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6. On existing lots with existing buildings where no building or development activity that requires a permit or approval from the City is occurring, the removal of trees is not subject to tree preservation and mitigation standards. 7. Replacement trees shall be planted on site. 8. The applicant may request to pay a fee per tree in lieu of some or all of the trees required for mitigation. At the City's discretion, the City may accept the fee for planting trees within designated tree mitigation zones as described in the Landscaping Guidelines and Technical Specificationsd leeatea no t� e goner-a! area of the deve ,.p,. en4 p eet. Specific planting locations will be determined by the City Forester. The City shall maintain a standard fee per tree based on the estimated market rate cost to purchase and install trees. (k) Landscaping Guidelines and Technical Specifications. The selection, installation, and maintenance of all planting materials shall be in compliance with the City's Landscaping Guidelines and Technical Specifications Manual. (1) Tree Survey. 1. A tree survey is required for all property that contains a significant tree. 2. The tree survey shall be the basis for the tree preservation plan, tree mitigation standards, and the use of existing trees to fulfill landscape standards. 3. The tree survey shall provide the following information: a. In the basic use area and other areas where tree removal is proposed, for all significant trees: i. tree species ii. size DBH (Diameter- iii. location iv. root protection zone (only for trees that will be preserved) v. tree condition b. The location of the combined root protection zones of all tree stands designated for preservation on the development property. Landscape Revisions draft no comments'andsG,^^ Revisions d'r,{+' Reyes;,.^ 14