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The foundation plantings required for the Chestnut Street southwest side: Required: 2 large trees 7 large shrubs Provided: 4 large tree equivalents 23 large shrub equivalents The foundation plantings required for the I-35E east side: Required: 6 large trees 19 large shrubs Provided: 2 large tree equivalents 14 large shrubs equivalents Four (4) large trees and 5 large shrubs should be planted east of the retaining wall along the northeast section of building that runs parallel with the lot line. The foundation landscape requirements have not been met for the east 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 plan indicates sod in the common area in the center of the building, along the east and west building faces, and along the south edge of the parking lot and access road. Due to the area east of the retaining wall being higher in elevation, on sandy soil, and being quite exposed, a dry prairie mix should be better suited than the wet meadow mix proposed. Boulevard Trees Boulevard trees are required for multi -family developments at a rate of 1 tree per 70 linear feet. The front lot line along Chestnut Street is 173 if which would require 2 boulevard trees. Five (5) boulevard trees are proposed and this requirement has been met. Signage Separate sign permit applications are required for all permanent monument and wall signs. Sign permit applications are required for all temporary signs as well. Impervious Surface Coverage The R-4 zoning district states the impervious surface of the property shall not exceed 65%. Plan Sheet C3, Site Plan notes 44% hard/impervious surface. Impervious surface requirements are met. Traffic Study A Traffic Impact Study was completed in November 2013 by Westwood Professional Services as part of the overall NorthPointe residential development and it included analysis for an 85 10