Mixed-Use Design Standards

July 1, 2009

 

MUDS 6.1 Existing Trees & Vegetation

Development Types
Mixed-Use Corridor Development Mixed-Use Center Mixed-Use Neighborhood

MUDS 6.1.1 Intent.

Significant existing trees and vegetation should be incorporated into the design of the development as natural features. Appropriate locations to preserve existing trees and vegetation include streamways, drainageways, steep slopes, and any other area where a natural woodland, grassland, or wetland is desired as an amenity to the development or the city.

Standard:

MUDS 6.1.2 Significant Trees.

Significant trees in design-appropriate locations shall be preserved or transplanted on site. Significant tree shall be defined as one of the following:

  • Deciduous tree with a twelve inch (12”) minimum caliper
  • Evergreen tree at least twelve feet (12’) in height
  • Groups of ten (10) or more deciduous or evergreen trees with a six inch (6”) minimum caliper

MUDS 6.1.3 Tree Survey.

Developers shall submit an existing tree survey and preservation plan. The extent of the survey required shall be determined by the city.

MUDS 6.1.4 Preserved Trees and Vegetation.

All preserved trees and vegetation shall be healthy and free of mechanical injury. Significant trees shall be protected during construction with the erection of barrier fencing. Grading shall be avoided within the root area or drip line of any preserved trees.

MUDS 6.1.5 Tree Replacement.

If a significant tree designated to be preserved is removed or substantially damaged during clearing, grading, or construction, the developer shall replace the removed or damaged tree with new trees. Replacement trees shall be the same or similar species to the trees removed or damaged, or a species native to Johnson County and approved by the city. For every one inch (1”) of combined total tree caliper removed or damaged, the applicant or developer shall do one of the following:

  • Replace two (2) inches of combined total tree caliper; if this option is prohibited by site conditions, the applicant shall work with the City Forester to develop a tree replacement plan.
  • With the city’s concurrence, contribute an equivalent sum to the city’s tree replacement fund.

Effective on: 1/1/1901