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Planning & Zoning Board June 14, 2000 Page 10 impervious surface, runoff, impact, and to satisfy the Watershed District issues. Mr. Powell noted that custom grading is also considered to lessen impact. Ms. Lane asked how this tree preservation plan originated. Mr. Smyser explained there is nothing on the books to address tree loss or replacement so it is being handled somewhat arbitrarily. Since there was no set standard, developers raised some concerns and staff felt there was a need to have a clearly written policy. Mr. Rafferty stated his support for this initiative and belief that a house should be sited considering placement of the trees to minimize impact. Ms. Lane asked if just developers or all individuals are required to comply with these requirements. Ms. Farnham reviewed the process that would be followed. Ms. Lane noted that sometimes buildings are placed in a less •le location to save trees and then a storm occurs which removes those trees, le . g th •uilding in the less desirable location. She stated she is concerned this wil a property owner's rights and finds it to be cumbersome in being placed � di •" al requirement. She stated she does not support clear cutting but believ reserve trees whenever possible. Ms. Lane expressed concern with ov do y the City. Mr. Smyser noted the language on Page 5 single family lots and general develo approaches. Chair Schaps noted that staff they do not support the lo there is no language in the language also does Schaps suggested cannot and will no , indicating this ordinances addressed ing there are two completely different he authority to not issue a building peimit if he building or impact to trees. Mr. Smyser stated finance providing staff with that authority. He noted uire tree replacement for single family homes. Chair e be amended to state what staff has indicated, that they a single family home permit from being issued on that basis. Ms. Farnham review decision. the process available for the property owner to appeal staff's Mr. Rafferty commented on the importance of assuring the ordinance addresses the spirit of tree preservation without creating loopholes. Mr. Johnson stated it sounds like there is some potential for misunderstanding of the ordinance requirements. He stated he supports the purpose but thinks it may be justifiable to expand Section 3A to clarify for the individual homeowners just what it involves and does not compel them to do. Mr. Corson stated his support for an appeal process and suggested that process be expedited. •