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(g) Reforestation/restitution requirement. If a development exceeds the removal threshold specified in (f) above, the developer shall either reforest areas within the site, pay restitution, or some combination thereof. (1) For every one (1) significant tree inch that is removed in excess of the removal threshold, the developer shall replant 1.25 inches (diameter) of new trees or provide the City with $125.00 in restitution. (2) Significant trees removed for water quality treatment ponds, public trails and sidewalks, and arterial and collector streets, or that are considered invasive species, are exempt from the removal threshold calculation. (%h)Protection from disease and pestilence. All clearing in oak stands shall be performed prior to April 15 or after July 15 of each season. Any development involving oak trees on or adjacent to the development area must submit a plan in conjunction with the preliminary plat: that identifies what precautionary steps will be taken to protect the trees from oak wilt. (gi) Encroachment. If encroachment into a tree preservation area occurs that causes irreparable damage to the a tree(sl, the tree preservation plan shall be revised to compensate for the loss. Under no circumstances shall the developer be relieved of responsibility for compliance with the provisions of this division, nor shall planned revision activities prevent the city from instituting action for violation of this division. (hj) Planting requirements. All trees chosen shall be from the acceptable/preferred list (or have approval of the city) and native and/or adaptable to this region and climate as described in the Ramsey Tree Book. The quantity of the required plantings shall be in accordance with the performance standards established for the respective zoning district. (1) Size of trees at planting. For all required plantings, deciduous trees shall be a minimum of one -inch caliper at time of planting and all evergreen trees shall be a minimum of five feet in height at time of planting. Specifications shall be determined by the American Nurseryman's Standards. (2) Type of tree stock. For all required plantings, trees shall be free of insects, diseases, or mechanical injuries and have straight trunk and a form characteristic of the species. (3) Spacing at time of planting. The spacing of new trees must be compatible with spatial site limitations and with the responsible consideration toward species size when mature as outlined in the Ramsey Tree Book. (4) Planting standards. As outlined in the Ramsey Tree Book. (5) Planting standard: soil amendment. As outlined in the Ramsey Tree Book. (6) Planting standards: mulch. As outlined in the Ramsey Tree Book. (7) Planting distance along rural section streets. Shall be at the right-of-way unless approved by the city. (8) Planting distance from hydrants. Trees shall be planted a minimum of S ten (10) feet from hydrants.