C. - Landscape plan requirements.

1.

A landscape plan must be submitted with each site plan application, unless specifically waived by the zoning administrator. A waiver may be made in cases where the zoning administrator determines that the project is of a minor nature or where the absence of a landscape plan would have minimal impact on surrounding public or private facilities.

2.

The landscape plan shall include:

a.

Location, type, size, height, number and botanical name and construction details for proposed landscaping materials. Information is to be provided in graphic and tabular format.

b.

Planting specifications and installation details for proposed landscaping materials, including a schedule of recommended planting timeframes for specific plant materials and ground covers.

c.

Location and size of all existing landscape materials to be retained during the site development process as well as appropriate landscape protection measures to be implemented during the site construction process.

d.

Location, size and other related design details for all hardscape improvements, signage, recreational improvements and open space areas, fences, walls, barriers and other elements related to transitional buffer yards.

e.

Designation of required setbacks, yards and screening areas.

f.

Location of other man-made site features, parking lots, hardscape improvements, overhead structures and underground utilities to ensure that landscape materials will not be in conflict with the placement and operation of these improvements.

g.

Acreage of disturbed areas, computed to the nearest one-tenth acre.

h.

Acreage and location of proposed open spaces and recreation areas, computed to the nearest one-tenth acre.

i.

Location, size and construction details for site lighting, special hardscape and landscape features, irrigation systems and exterior site furnishings.

j.

Methods and specifications for tree protection during construction phases.

k.

Landscape treatment of stormwater management improvements, best management practices structures, and erosion and sediment controls.

l.

Certification or statement of qualifications of the landscape plan preparer.

m.

The location of proposed irrigation systems intended to support the installed landscaping.