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. . . planned revision activities stop prevent the City from instituting action for violation of this ordinance. Subd. 8. 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. a. Size of Trees at Planting. For all required plantings, deciduous trees shall be a minimum of one (l) inches caliper at the planting and all evergreen trees shall be a minimum of five (5) feet height at planting. Specifications shall be determined by the American Nurseryman's Standards. 1. . .^Jl trees shnll be protected TNith u biodegradub1e tree tube. b. Type of Tree Stock. For all required plantings, trees shall be free of insects, diseases, or mechanical injuries and have straight trunk(s) and a form characteristic of the species. c. 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". d. Planting Standards. As outlined in the "Ramsey Tree Book". e. Planting Standard: Soil Amendment. As outlined in the "Ramsey Tree Book". f. Planting Standards: Mulch. As outlined In the "Ramsey Tree Book" . g. Planting Distance Along Rural Section Streets 1. Shall be at the right-of-way unless approved by the City. h. Planting Distance from Hydrants 1. Trees shall be planted a minimum of 15 feet from hydrants. 1. Vision Clearance (sight triangle) ", ------;:: -343-