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5 Buffer and Screen Standards The purpose of this requirement is to separate and buffer different land use types, screen roads and parking, and screen utility and loading areas. Continuous, year-round planting screens require, at the minimum, a double row of plants with triangulated spacing. This project calls for a 30 inch high planting screen. Continuous screen is not present on the north perimeter. Buffer and screen standards have not been met. 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. Vehicular hardscape planned: 34,276 sq ft Canopy cover requirement: 13,710 sq ft Canopy cover provided: 8,675 sq ft Canopy cover requirements have not 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. These standards apply to building fronts and sides facing public or private streets. 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 320 linear feet of applicable foundation, 7 large trees and 20 large shrubs (or acceptable substitutes) are required for the north, east, and south building faces. The plans indicate: 3 medium trees 14 medium shrubs 25 small shrubs These substitutions are equivalent to: 1 large tree 17 large shrubs