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5 Continuous, year-round planting screens require at the minimum a double row of plants with triangulated spacing. Buffer and screen standards are not currently met, as the double row of triangulated plants is not continuous. See staff recommendations. Canopy Cover Canopy cover standards call for a minimum of 40% canopy coverage. Canopy coverage values are calculated per tree based on the anticipated size 15 years after planting, and the distance to hardscape edge from the planting location. 33,322 sq. ft. required 38,650 sq. ft. provided Canopy cover requirements have been met. Foundation Landscaping The purpose of these standards is to soften and enhance building architecture, define access points, add color and seasonal interest, and to blend buildings in with the natural environment. 2 large trees and 6 large shrubs are required per 100 linear feet of building. These plants should be within 30 feet of the building. The following substitutions are allowable: 1 large tree = 1.5 medium or 2 small trees 1 large shrub = 1.5 medium or 3 small shrubs For 440 linear feet of foundation, 9 large trees and 27 large shrubs are required for the north and east building faces. 9 large trees, 3 large shrubs, and 50 medium shrubs have been provided. The Foundation Landscape requirements have been met. Sod and Ground Cover Standards All areas not otherwise improved in accordance with the approved site plans shall have a minimum depth of 4 inches of topsoil and be sodded including boulevard areas. Seed may be provided in lieu of sod in certain cases, including when the area is adjacent to natural areas or wetlands. The applicant is proposing to provide 6 inches of topsoil and MnDOT seed mix 25-131 in place of sod over 53,973 sq. ft. This mix is low maintenance turf grass which is salt, shade, and drought tolerant and requires less frequent mowing and less fertilization than conventional turf grass. See staff recommendations.