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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 The applicable building faces are the northeast and southeast sides, which are approximately 90 ft. and 40 ft. respectively. The foundation plantings required: Northeast side: 2 large trees and 6 large shrubs Southeast side: 1 large tree and 3 large shrubs The plans indicate: Northeast side: 0 large trees and 3 large shrub equivalents Southeast side: 1 large tree equivalent and 6 large shrubs equivalents The foundation landscape requirements have not been met for the northeast building face. 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 area at the base of the infiltration basin will be seeded with MN DOT 33-261 stormwater mix. The rest of the site will be turf sod, aside from an area northwest of the infiltration basin that is scheduled for native seeding, though the mix is not specified. RECOMMENDATIONS Staff recommends the MTO Properties Addition Final Plat and Thrivent Financial Site Plan Review be forwarded to the Planning and Zoning Board and City Council with the following comments: 7