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Review File: Sketch Plan:Regency Commons Sketch Plan <br /> Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code Review <br /> Page 3 of 4 <br /> constructed at the current termination of 148th Avenue NW. A cul-de-sac and associated dedicated right- <br /> of-way should be shown on future drawings <br /> Grading and Drainage: The Concept Plan does not include grading/drainage information. This <br /> information is not required at this stage.However,this information must be submitted with the Preliminary <br /> Plat Application as directed by the City Engineer. <br /> Stormwater: Sheet C.21 currently shows an infiltration basin along the eastern edge of the property. As <br /> noted by the City Engineer,no infiltration may be allowed on this lot. A stormwater permit from the Lower <br /> Rum River Watershed Management Organization (LRRWMO) may be required. Any plan sets to be <br /> submitted to the LRRWMO for permit review must first be submitted to the City for review. <br /> Landscaping: One (1)deciduous or coniferous tree is required for every 50 lineal feet of site perimeter or <br /> one(1)tree per 1,000 square feet of building footprint area,whichever is greater. For shrubs,one(1)shrub <br /> per linear foot of site perimeter or one(1)per three hundred square feet of building footprint area,whichever <br /> is greater. Deciduous trees are required to be 2.5 inches in diameter as measured three feet above ground. <br /> Coniferous trees are to be 6 feet in height. Deciduous shrubs are to be 2 feet in height. Evergreen shrubs <br /> are to be 2 feet in height or 2 feet in width, whichever applies. Ornamental trees are to be 1.5 inches in <br /> diameter as measured three feet above ground. <br /> The Preliminary Plat submittal will need to include a Landscape Plan that has the following: <br /> • A planting schedule that identifies the common and scientific name,root stock, quantity and size <br /> for each proposed species. <br /> • Complete landscape plan. <br /> o Note that Parking Lots have specific landscaping requirements including: <br /> ■ 1 tree per every ten parking spaces <br /> ■ Every overstory tree planting shall be provided with a planting area of 162 square <br /> feet <br /> ■ Acceptable ground cover materials include sod, mulch, and other natural ground <br /> cover. Landscaping rock and plastic underlayment is not allowed. <br /> ■ All parking lot planting areas shall include underground irrigation systems. <br /> • A planting detail must be included with the landscape plan (another option is to incorporate the <br /> City's tree planting detail). At a minimum, it should state: <br /> o Planting depth shall be such that the 1St set of primary roots is at finished grade <br /> o Only prune out dead/broken/deformed branches at time of installation <br /> o Removal of upper portion of wire basket and burlap after being placed in planting hole if <br /> using B &B stock. <br /> 0 2-4 inches of wood chip mulch shall be included around all trees.Mulch shall not be piled <br /> against the trunk of trees. <br /> Topsoil:All exposed ground areas of a site not occupied by building,parking or storage,excluding natural <br /> areas that re left undisturbed, shall be covered with four inches of topsoil. <br /> Tree Preservation: A detailed tree inventory identifying all significant trees, as defined in City Code <br /> Section 117-327 (and outlined below), shall accompany the Preliminary Plat Submittal. At least forty <br /> percent(40%)of the inches of existing significant tree DBH must be preserved on site.The tree preservation <br /> plan shall include the following: <br />