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10 | Page <br /> <br />• Do the proposed planting assist in screening the project? <br />• Does the proposed plantings meet tree replacement standards? <br />Tree Inventory or Preservation Plan <br />The purpose of a landscaping plan is to identify trees that are to be saved when development or land <br />disturbing activity is occurring. The city council finds it is in the best interest of the city to protect, preserve, <br />and enhance the natural environment of the community and to encourage a resourceful and prudent <br />approach to development and property alteration. Projects on residential sites of fewer than two lots are <br />not required to have tree surveys certified. Applicants are encouraged to consult with city staff <br />concerning preservation of protected trees before developing a Tree Preservation Plan. <br /> <br />What should planning commission ask themselves when reviewing? <br />• What trees are proposed to be removed? <br />• What are the caliper inches remaining onsite? <br />• What are the caliper inches being removed? <br />• How many trees, if any, will require replacement? <br />• What trees are being preserved? <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />