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d. New trees may fulfill Canopy Coverage, Foundation Landscape and Landscape Screen standards simultaneously if applicable by placement. e. An existing tree is considered to be removed if the tree trunk is damaged or if more than 30% of the drip line area is disturbed during the construction process. f. The City may allow flexibility in landscape standards if there are conflicts with solar power, wind power, water harvesting, food production or other innovative measures proposed for the site. 9. The landscape plan shall be compared to all applicable CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) standards and reviewed by the police department. h. Trees and shrubs shall not be planted in the right of way without City authorization and shall not be planted in easements without authorization from the holder of the easement. Turf slopes in excess of three to one (3:1) are prohibited. 9. Tree Preservation and Mitigation Standards: The purpose of these standards is to protect valuable trees and stands of vegetation, while not interfering with landowners' reasonable use and development of property. The goal is to minimize unnecessary loss of habitat, biodiversity and forest resources and to replace removed trees in areas where tree cover is most critical. Unless specifically excepted, tree preservation and mitigation standards apply to all plats, site plans, conditional use permits, interim use permits, grading, building, and other activity that requires a city permit or approval. a. Tree preservation and mitigation standards are described in the following table: Tree Preservation and Mitigation Standards 3vironmen_ Sensiti _ {ESA;)_ Tree ocation: in Basic se Area ee Location: =not in Basic Use Area deciduous trees 6" dbh and over or evergreen trees between deciduous trees 6 -12" dbh or evergreen trees between deciduous trees over 12" dbh or evergreen trees over 20' tall • • •