EAC Minutes 12/07/1988 MINUTES OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL
DATE: December 7, 1988
TIME: 9: 00 A.M.
PLACE: 3rd Floor Boardroom, (rear) , Building "F" , Collier County
Government Center, Naples, Florida
EAC STAFF PRESENT
CARDILLO X BURCH X
BELOW X EDWARDS X
BENEDICT X MULDOON X
KURGIS X SCHEFF X
SNYDER X STEVENS X
MCCOY X
MINUTES BY: Dalila Mendez, Deputy Clerk
CALLED TO ORDER AT: 9 :00 A.M. ADJOURNED: 10: 45 A.M.
PRESIDING: John P. Cardillo, Chairman
ADDENDA TO THE AGENDA: Items added by Dr . Benedict re Status
report on the review of the EAC appli-
cants, and the new Comprehensive Plan.
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ITEM: Minutes of November 2 , and November 16, 1988
MOTION: Made by Dr. Benedict to approve the minutes of
November 2, 1988, as presented. Seconded by Mr.
Below. Carried 5/0.
MOTION: Made by Mr. Below to approve the minutes of
November 16, 1988, as presented. Seconded by
Dr. Benedict. Carried 5/0.
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PETITION NO. R-87-43C
FILED BY/FOR: J. Gary Butler of Butler Engineering, Inc . ,
representing Quail Woods Estates Development
Corporation.
REQUESTING: A zoning change from A--2 to RMF-6 for construc-
tion of multi-family residences (Quail Woods
Condominiums) .
COMMENTS: Mr. Edwards advised that at the meeting of
November 2 , Mr . Butler had been requested to
provide a revised EIS . In response to Dr.
Benedict , Mr . Edwards indicated that the EIS is
complete. He described the property as follows:
The site is a xeric system dominated by large
patches of palmetto with scattered slash pine.
He noted that the understory consists of
palmettos, winged sumac, and cabbage palm, and
the groundcover consists of mostly graminoids
with scattered prickly pear, blackroot and
poison ivy. He noted that the eastern
half of the xeric landscape has been heavily
invaded by grape vine and Brazilian pepper . He
stated that the southern half of the property
consists of cabbage palms, bald cypress; the
groundcover consists of ragweed, dog fennel and
graminoids. He indicated that Staff recommends
approval of the petition subject to Standard
Stipulations 1-4, and Stipulation No. 5 .
Dr. Benedict recommended Stipulation No. 6 as
follows:
"The wetland shall be designated as a natural
area preserve, shall be incorporated into the
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water management system for the development .
This shall be reflected on the land use map and
all the appropriate rezoning documents" .
Environmental Inspector Muldoon commented that
a natural survey should be conducted on wetland
areas and should be indicated on site develop-
ment plans as such. She stated that the area be
delineated as such by staking until construction
on site is completed. Dr. Benedict stated that
the aforementioned has been initiated in the
past . Ms. Muldoon noted that she had visited
the site on February 19 , accompanied by Mr .
Butler, and discovered a small possible
archaelogical site, about 25 feet in diameter,
on the southwest partition abutting the wetland
area.
Mr . Gary Butler stated that he concurs with
Staff ' s recommendations.
In regard to Ms. Muldoon' s suggestion to require
a natural survey, Dr . Spagna indicated that such
a requirement could cost developers quite a con-
siderable amount of money, and noted that the
purpose of the preliminary approval is to keep
engineering expenses to a minimum. He suggested
that this requirement can be incorporated as
part of the building application permit, as it
would be part of the engineering costs of
obtaining the permit .
MOTION: Made by Dr. Benedict to recommend approval of
Petition R-87-43C, subject to standard
Stipulations 1-4c and Stipulations 5 & 6.
Seconded by Mr. Below. Carried 5/0.
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STIPULATIONS:
1 . Petitioner shall be subject to Ordinance 75-21
(or the tree/vegetation removal ordinance in
existence at the time of permitting) , requiring
the acquisition of a tree removal permit prior
to any land clearing. A site clearing plan
shall be submitted to the Natural Resources
Management Department for their review and sub-
ject to approval prior to any work on the site.
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This plan may be submitted in phases to coincide
with the development schedule. The site
clearing plan shall clearly depict how the final
site layout incorporates retained native vegeta-
tion to the maximum extent possible and how
roads, buildings, lakes, parking lots, and other
facilities have been oriented to accommodate
this goal .
2 . Native species shall be utilized, as described
below, in the site landscaping plan. A
landscape plan for all landscaping on the deve-
lopment shall be submitted to the County
Landscape Architect and to a County
Environmental Specialist for their review and
shall be subject to their approval. The
landscape design shall incorporate a minimum of
60% native plants, by number, including trees,
shrubs, and ground cover. At least 60% of the
trees, 60% of the shrubs, and 60% of the ground
cover shall be native species. At the discre-
tion of the County Landscape Architect or County
Environmental Specialist a higher percentage of
trees or shrubs can offset an equal percentage
of ground cover . For example, the use of 70%
native trees could allow the use of only 50%
native ground cover. This plan shall depict the
incorporation of native species and their mix
with other species, if any. The goal of site
landscaping shall be the re-creation of native
vegetation and habitat characteristics lost on
the site during construction or due to past
activities .
3 . All exotic plants, as defined in the County
Code, shall be removed during each phase of
construction from development areas, open space
areas, and preserve areas. Following site deve-
lopment , a maintenance program shall be imple-
mented to prevent reinvasion of the site by such
exotic species. This plan, which will describe
control techniques and inspection intervals,
shall be filed with and subject to approval by
the Natural Resources Management Department and
the Community Development Division.
4 . If , during the course of site clearing, excava-
tion, or other constructional activities, an
archaeological or historical site, artifact , or
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other indicator is discovered, all development
at that location shall be immediately stopped
and the Natural Resources Management Department
notified. Development will be suspended for a
sufficient length of time to enable the Natural
Resources Management Department or a designated
consultant to assess the find and determine the
proper course of action in regard to its salva-
geability. The Natural Resources Management
Department will respond to any such notification
in a timely and efficient manner so as to pro-
vide only a minimal interruption to any
constructional activities.
5 . Where possible, petitioner shall incorporate the
existing cypress, pine, and cabbage palm trees
into the landscape plan at their present loca-
tion. If feasible, the cabbage palms may be
transplanted to other areas on site . Petitioner
should consider xeriscape landscaping for the
xeric north half .
S . The wetland shall be designated as a natural
area preserve, shall be incorporated into the
water management system for the development .
This shall be reflected on the land use map and
all the appropriate rezoning documents.
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ITEM: Proposed revision of Standard Stipulation No. 2
COMMENTS: Mr. Cardillo suggested that the subject item be
discussed as an Addenda item. The Council did
not have any objections to this recommendation.
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PETITION NO. R-88-23C
FILED BY/FOR: Dr. Neno J. Spagna of Florida Urban Institute,
Inc . , representing Mrs. Joseph S. Weinfeld for
the Joseph S . Weinfeld Family Trust , and Lester
and Mary Persky.
REQUESTING: A zoning change from A-2 (MH) to PUD, Trafford
Highland Estates.
REPRESENTED BY: Dr . Neno J. Spagna
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COMMENTS: Dr . Spagna, representing the petitioner, advised
that the project was originally planned under
the old Comprehensive Plan, and must follow the
requirements delineated in the new Comp Plan.
He noted that the commercial property had to be
eliminated due to this fact . He stated that
originally a portion of the project was
designated as single-family, which presently
includes the water management system. He stated
that the reasons the retention area has been
revised is to make up for the commercial deleted
and to use it as a buffer zone. He noted that
originally two parcels were devoted to affor-
dable housing, which have been incorporated. He
stated that the changes made will not have any
environmental impacts in the area. He stated
that the petitioner concurs with the Staff
report and the gopher tortoise on site will be
relocated.
Ms. Stevens stated that the southern half of the
parcel consists of open palmetto habitat with
widely scattered slash pines. She indicated
that extensive burn scars on most of the pines
are indicative of recent fires in the area. She
stated that the southeast corner of the site has
a more dense canopy of pines, with small oaks;
the shrub and groundcover includes shiny
blueberry, and various grass species. She noted
that the northern half of the site consists of
up to 10 feet in height oaks and palmettos. She
indicated that there are several off-road
vehicle trails noticeable on the property; the
property has been extensively disturbed, and few
habitats remain on site. She advised that
although the petitioner has advised that there
may be gopher tortoises in the northern portion
half of the parcel , she did not observe any
burrows during her site visit . She indicated
that Staff recommends approval of the petition
subject to Stipulations 1 , 3 and 4, and
stipulations pertaining to the oak trees, and
the gopher tortoises.
Responding to Dr. Snyder, Ms. Stevens advised
that the oaks on site are quite small .
Referring to Stipulation No. 4, Mr. Cardillo
stated that perhaps some oaks can be kept
intact . Dr . Benedict noted that past recommen-
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dations have required that oaks be kept intact
and the stipulation to keep some within the plan
is a valid stipulation.
Mr. Cardillo suggested that perhaps a standard
can be set whereby some type of preservation can
be required without unduly burdening the deve-
loper. Dr. Spagna responded that he did not
have any idea on how to proceed with the afore-
mentioned suggestion. In answer to Dr. Snyder,
he advised that the water retention area will be
excavated to bank it and make it look accep-
table . Referring to the map, he indicated that
the southern portion of the property has been
significantly burned. He stated that the
northern portion has some palmettos, and the oak
trees will be relocated.
Dr . Benedict asked what the "white area" on the
map consisted of? Dr . Spagna responded that it
will consist of open space to be used as a
children' s play area. He stated that if oak is
found in this area, the developer would maintain
it . Responding to Ms. Kurgis, Dr . Spagna
sated that there would not be any problems with
using 50% of the oak trees on site.
Dr . Benedict suggested that at the time of the
site review, the developer can work with Staff
to try to save as many viable oak trees as
possible ; Dr . Spagna concurred and added that it
was a good approach to initiate .
In response to Dr . Benedict , Mr . Burch advised
that the reason Stipulation No. 2 was not
included was because there have been problems
with its interpretation. Dr . Benedict recom-
mended that Stipulation No. 2 remain as part of
the recommendation. Mr. Cardillo concurred and
added that if the revised stipulation is
approved, then it will be made part of the
recommendation.
Dr. Benedict recommended the following changes
to Stipulation No. 5 :
"The word "scrub" , before the words "oak trees" ,
deleting the words 4 inch in diameter or greater
than" , deleting the word "either" and replacing
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it with "firstly" , and adding the word
"secondly" , after the word "or" .
Dr . Spagna did not have any objection to the
changes, and the gopher tortoise stipulation.
MOTION: Made by Ms. Kurgis to recommend approval of
Petition No. R-88-23C, subject to standard
Stipulations 1 - 4, and Stipulations 5 & 6.
Seconded by Dr. Benedict. Carried 5/0.
STIPULATIONS:
1 . Petitioner shall be subject to Ordinance 75-21
(or the tree/vegetation removal ordinance in
existence at the time of permitting) , requiring
the acquisition of a tree removal permit prior
to any land clearing. A site clearing plan
shall be submitted to the Natural Resources
Management Department for their review and sub-
ject to approval prior to any work on the site .
This plan may be submitted in phases to coincide
with the development schedule . The site
clearing plan shall clearly depict how the final
site layout incorporates retained native vegeta-
tion to the maximum extent possible and how
roads, buildings, lakes, parking lots, and other
facilities have been oriented to accommodate
this goal .
2 . Native species shall be utilized, as described
below, in the site landscaping plan. A
landscape plan for all landscaping on the deve-
lopment shall be submitted to the County
Landscape Architect and to a County
Environmental Specialist for their review and
shall be subject to their approval . The
landscape design shall incorporate a minimum of
60% native plants, by number, including trees,
shrubs, and ground cover . At least 60% of the
trees, 60% of the shrubs, and 60% of the ground
cover shall be native species. At the direction
of the County Landscape Architect or County
Environmental Specialist a higher percentage of
trees or shrubs can offset an equal percentage
of groundcover . For example, the use of 70%
native trees could allow the use of only 50%
native groundcover. This plan shall depict the
incorporation of native species and their mix
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with other species, if any. The goal of site
landscaping shall be the re-creation of native
vegetation and habitat characteristics lost on
the site during construction or due to past
activities.
3 . All exotic plants, as defined in the County
Code, shall be removed during each phase of
construction from development areas, open space
areas, and preserve areas. Following site deve-
lopment , a maintenance program shall be imple-
mented to prevent reinvasion of the site by such
exotic species. This plan, which will describe
control techniques and inspection intervals,
shall be filed with and subject to approval by
the Natural Resources Management Department and
the Community Development Division.
4. If , during the course of site clearing, excava-
tion, or other constructional activities, an
archaeological or historical site, artifact , or
other indicator is discovered, all development
at that location shall be immediately stopped
and the Natural Resources Management Department
notified. Development will be suspended for a
sufficient length of time to enable the Natural
Resources Management Department or a designated
consultant to assess the find and determine the
proper course of action in regard to its salva-
geability. The Natural Resources Management
Department will respond to any such notification
in a timely and efficient manner so as to pro-
vide only a minimal interruption to any
constructional activities.
5 . The petitioner shall preserve 50% of the scrub
oak trees on site. This may be accomplished by
firstly leaving the trees in their existing
locations or secondly by transplanting the trees
for use as landscaping components in the deve-
lopment . This stipulation will become a con-
dition of the Tree Removal Permit which will be
required for any clearing activity on site, by
authority of Ordinance 75-21 .
6 . The petitioner agrees to protect gopher tor-
toises found on site and relocating them to
other suitable areas approved by the NRMD.
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PETITION NO. R-88-24C/PDA-88-13C
FILED BY/FOR: Robert H. Grabner, Jr . , of Ericksen
Corporation, representing Radnor/Lakeside
Corporation.
REQUESTING: A zoning change from A-2 to PUD for 20 multi-
family units, and an amendment to the Citrus
Gardens PUD and Master Plan.
COMMENTS: Mr . Grabner, representing the petitioner,
advised that currently the Citrus Gardens PUD is
being developed on the east side of Airport
Road, and north of Pine Ridge Road. He stated
that the additional 5 acre strip of land abuts
the eastern boundary of the property, and is 137
feet wide. He stated that 20 units will be
constructed on the additional parcel . He noted
that this parcel has been utilized as a drainage
easement and a small portion of an adjacent
citrus grove .
Ms. Stevens advised that the existing PUD con-
sists of 93 . 6 acres of land and the dwelling
units will increase from 376 units to 396 units.
She stated that the PUD will include 8 residen-
tial tracts; the loop road will change to a pri-
vate road. She reiterated that the 5 acres
consists of a drainage easement and a small por-
tion of an adjacent citrus grove . She noted
that most of the vegetation consists of exotic
trees such as Brazilian pepper and herbaceous
groundcover. She stated that the proposed
amendments will have a relatively minimal effect
on the environment in the area. She indicated
that Staff recommends approval of the petitions
subject to standard Stipulations 1 , 3 , and 4.
Responding to Mr . Cardillo, Ms. Stevens advised
that the 1986 stipulations have already been
taken care of by the developer . Mr. Cardillo
advised Mr. Grabner that the original stipula-
tions are still applicable; Mr. Grabner did not
have any objections to this.
Dr . Benedict recommended that Standard
Stipulation No. 2 be left in place, and as pre-
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viously stated the revised version will apply if
approved. Mr . Grabner stated that he did not
have any problems with the inclusion of
Stipulation No. 2 .
MOTION: Made by Mr. Below to recommend approval of
Petitions R-88-24C & PDA-88-13C, subject to
standard Stipulations 1 - 4. Seconded by Dr.
Benedict. Carried 5/0.
STIPULATIONS :
1 . Petitioner shall be subject to Ordinance 75-21
(or the tree/vegetation removal ordinance in
existence at the time of permitting) , requiring
the acquisition of a tree removal permit prior
to any land clearing. A site clearing plan
shall be submitted to the Natural Resources
Management Department for their review and sub-
ject to approval prior to any work on the site.
This plan may be submitted in phases to coincide
with the development schedule. The site
clearing plan shall clearly depict how the final
site layout incorporates retained native vegeta-
tion to the maximum extent possible and how
roads, buildings, lakes, parking lots, and other
facilities have been oriented to accommodate
this goal .
2 . Native species shall be utilized, as described
below, in the site landscaping plan. A
landscape plan for all landscaping on the deve-
lopment shall be submitted to the County
Landscape Architect and to a County
Environmental Specialist for their review and
shall be subject to their approval . The
landscape design shall incorporate a minimum of
60% native plants, by number, including trees,
shrubs, and ground cover . At least 60% of the
trees, 60% of the shrubs, and 60% of the ground
cover shall be native species. At the direction
of the County Landscape Architect or County
Environmental Specialist a higher percentage of
trees or shrubs can offset an equal percentage
of ground cover. For example, the use of 70%
native trees could allow the use of only 50%
native ground cover. This plan shall depict the
incorporation of native species and their mix
with other species, if any. The goal of site j
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landscaping shall be the re-creation of native
vegetation and habitat characteristics lost on
the site during construction or due to past
activities.
3 . All exotic plants, as defined in the County
Code, shall be removed during each phase of
construction from development areas, open space
areas, and preserve areas. Following site deve-
lopment, a maintenance program shall be imple-
mented to prevent reinvasion of the site by such
exotic species. This plan, which will describe
control techniques and inspection intervals,
shall be filed with and subject to approval by
the Natural Resources Management Department and
the Community Development Division.
4. If , during the course of site clearing, excava-
tion, or other constructional activities, an
archaeological or historical site, artifact , or
other indicator is discovered, all development
at that location shall be immediately stopped
and the Natural Resources Management Department
notified. Development will be suspended for a
/ N sufficient length of time to enable the Natural
Resources Management Department or a designated
consultant to assess the find and determine the
proper course of action in regard to its salva-
geability. The Natural Resources Management
Department will respond to any such notification
in a timely and efficient manner so as to pro--
vide only a minimal interruption to any
constructional activities.
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ITEM: Proposed revision of Standard Stipulation No. 2
COMMENTS: Environmental Inspector Muldoon advised that she
had been requested to incorporate some standards
into Stipulation No. 2 , as there have been
complaints by landscapers and landscape archi-
tects. She noted revisions of Stipulation No. 2
have been drafted for EAC recommendation and
approval . She noted that Revision "A" deli-
neates the standard that 60% of native plants
will be incorporated into the landscape plan.
She noted that the only change is that the
groundcover component will not be included in
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determining the 509 requirement where
landscaping is required in parking lots and
other small areas adjacent to heavy vehicular
use. She stated that it is Staff ' s opinion that
the re-creation of native habitat in these areas
is not feasible . She stated that the advantage
of Revision "A" is that it maintains the same
percentage that landscapers and landscape archi-
tects are accustomed to, and it offers flexibi-
lity. She stated that the disadvantage is that
all plants are weighed equally e.g. trees,
shrubs, and ground covers. Referring to
Revision "B" , she advised that EAC comments have
been incorporated and the components of the
landscape design have been broken down into dif-
ferent percentages. She stated that the advan-
tage of this revision is that the weight
percentage for trees is greater than shrubs, and
it offers an alternative for the use of native
plants by number. She noted that the disadvan-
tage of the revision is that it will be more
difficult for landscapers. She requested the
EAC comments and changes to the revisions.
Landscape Architect McCoy recommended that
Revision "A" be adopted. She indicated that the
County' s requirements should be like other
counties. She gave percentages in other
Counties e.g. Lee County requires 50% in native
trees. She noted that the numerical break-down
will create a lot of chaos in the review pro-
cess, and will be time consuming. She
reiterated that Revision "A" would be the most
appropriate.
Dr. Benedict stated that Collier County has a
lot more native species than other counties, and
therefore should not be consistent with what is
currently being required in surrounding
counties. He indicated that developers should
be educated to comply with the new requirements.
Ms. McCoy rebutted that developers are not
complying with the requirements. Dr . Benedict ,
however, stated that developers must adhere to
the environmental standards set by the County.
He indicated preference to Revision "B" and the
following verbiage after Native trees, " (As
defined is the County Ordinance) " . Ms.
Muldoon noted that native trees are defined dif-
n ferently in the Code.
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Responding to Dr . Benedict , Ms. Muldoon advised
that the "small areas" are areas within parking
lots that have a small 5 foot strip around them.
Dr . Snyder indicated that an exception should
not be made in any given area, and the strips
should not have to be treated any differently.
Referring to Revision "B" , Ms . Muldoon noted
that Staff has requested that native plant spe-
cies be utilized as per the percentages deli-
neated with the exception of the small areas.
Mr. Cardillo indicated that the aforementioned
should be left to the discretion of the County' s
Landscape Architect or the Environmental
Specialist , to determine what the small area
should be .
Ms. McCoy stated that the Environmental
Specialist reviews the native plant numbers,
however, he reviews both the native plants and
the landscape design. She indicated that she
did not foresee any problems in determining
n which areas can be designated as a small area.
Dr. Benedict stated that it is important that
standards are set , and reiterated that Collier
County cannot implement standards used by extre-
mely urbanized counties such as Hillsborough
County.
Mr . Cardillo suggested that the following ver-
biage be added to the last sentence of Revision
"B" : "At the discretion of the County Landscape
Architect or the County Environmental
Specialist , the above groundcovers specifica-
tions may not apply where landscaping is
required for parking lots and other small areas
adjacent to heavy vehicular use" .
Dr . Snyder recommended that Revision "A" and "B"
be incorporated as delineated under
"Stipulations" . He stated that a higher percen-
tage of trees or shrubs can offset an equal per-
centage of groundcover utilized. After further
discussion, the EAC determined that Revisions
"A" and "B" be incorporated with the percentages
set at 60% for native trees, native shrubs and
n native groundcovers.
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Dr . Spagna indicated that the Tree Ordinance
represents the consensus of what the community
feels landscaping requirements should be. He
stated that developers like to adhere to the
County' s requirements set by the Ordinance. He
suggested that the Landscape Ordinance be
amended through the proper procedure of a public
hearing.
Dr . Benedict expounded that EAC Stipulations
fill in the gaps that the County Ordinance does
not address. He stated that an Ordinance will
eventually be drafted to set criteria for the
EAC, as per the new Comprehensive Plan. He
noted that EAC Stipulations are merely additions
to recommendations, which have become a policy
to apply them to petitions.
Mr. Below stated that developers have been
agreeable to the Stipulations, and presently all
Staff is trying to accomplish is to reword
Stipulation No. 2 so that the procedure can be
enforceable. Dr . Benedict advised that the
County will be revising its Ordinances, as well
as adding criteria to the environmental stan-
dards.
Ms. Muldoon noted that due to past problems it
has become necessary to revise and reword
Stipulation No. 2 to ascertain that developers
comply with the landscaping requirements.
Dr . Benedict recommended the following changes
to Revision "A" :
"The landscape design shall incorporate a mini-
mum of 60% native trees, 60% native shrubs, and
60% native groundcover. As an alternative, at
the discretion of the County Landscape Architect
or the County Environmental Specialist , percen-
tages required in native groundcover may be
reduced with an equivalent increase in the
required native tree and native shrub
percentages" .
MOTION: Made by Dr. Benedict to recommend approval of
Revision "A" as modified. Seconded by Ms.
Kurgis. This motion was withdrawn to incor-
porate further language into Stipulation No. 2.
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MOTION: Made by Dr. Snyder to recommend approval of
Standard Stipulation No. 2, Revision "A" as
amended, and with the inclusion of the last sen-
tence of Standard Stipulation No. 2. Seconded
by Dr. Benedict. Carried 5/0.
REVISION "A" STANDARD STIPULATION NO. 2 :
2 . Native species shall be utilized, as described
below, in the site landscaping plan. A landscape
plan for all landscaping on the development shall be
submitted to the County Landscape Architect and to a
County Environmental Specialist for their review and
shall be subject to their approval . The landscape
design shall incorporate a minimum of 60% native
plants, by number, including trees, shrubs, and
ground cover. At least 60% of the trees, 60% of the
shrubs, and 60% of the groundcover shall be native
species. At the direction of the County Landscape
Architect or County Environmental Specialist a
higher percentage of trees or shrubs can offset an
equal percentage of groundcover . For example, the
use of 70% native trees could allow the use of only
50% native groundcover . This plan shall depict the
incorporation of native species and their mix with
other species, if any. The goal of site landscaping
shall be the re-creation of native vegetation and
habitat characteristics lost on the site during
construction or due to past activities.
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ITEM: Status Report on EAC Applications
COMMENTS: In response to Dr . Benedict , Mr. Burch advised that
he was not aware that applications received by his
office were part of the EAC review process. Mr .
Cardillo suggested that all the new applications be
provided to the EAC prior to the next schedule
meeting in order to make a recommendation to the
Board of County Commissioners.
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ITEM: New Comprehensive Plan
COMMENTS: Dr . Benedict advised that a committee comprised
of six members has been diligently working on
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a revision of the Coastal and Conservation
Element of the Comp Plan. He stated that on
December 15 the Planning Commission will be
reviewing the revised Goals, Objectives and
Policies of the aforementioned. He suggested
that the EAC review a copy of the latter and
make comments or recommendations.
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There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned by
Order of the Chair .
ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL
John P. Cardillo, Chairman
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