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Nikki Alvarez-Sowles, Esq., Pasco County Clerk & Comptroller
ORDINANCE NO. 1513-26
AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ZEPHYRHILLS, FLORIDA AMENDING PART 7.06.00.
LANDSCAPING. - OF THE LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE;
ESTABLISHING PART 7.06.05. PROTECTION AND
REGULATION OF TREES; REPEALING CHAPTER 100.
TREES FROM THE CODE OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING
FOR REPEALER, CONFLICT SEVERABILITY,
INCLUSION INTO THE CODE AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, pursuant to Article VIII, Florida Constitution of 1968, and Chapter 166,
Florida Statutes, the City of Zephyrhills has the authority to adopt regulations relating to land uses
available in zoning districts; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that it is in the City's best interest to update
the Land Development Code from time to time to assure that the Land Development Code
adequately meets the needs of the City; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to amend the City of Zephyrhills Land Development
Code as to update the regulations related to Landscaping, Trees, Tree Mitigation
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of
Zephyrhills, Florida, as follows:
Section 1. Recitals.
The Whereas Clauses above are true and accurate and are incorporated by reference and
made part of this Ordinance.
Section 2. PART 7.06.00. LANDSCAPING.
PART 7.06.00 of the City of Zephyrhills Land Development Code, is repealed in its
entirety and replaced with Exhibit "A."
Section 2. PART 7.06.05. PROTECTION AND REGULATION OF TREES.
Part 7.06.05. Protection and Regulation of Trees - of the City of Zephyrhills Land
Development Code, is hereby created, established and adopted as follows:
Sec. 7.06.05. Protection and Regulation of Trees
Sec. 7.06.05.01. Definitions
Arborist — See Certified Arborist.
Caliper — A measurement of the trunk of a tree taken 6 inches above the ground, used in specifying
nursery stock.
Canopy — Collective group of foliage or branches of a tree or group of trees' crowns.
Certified Arborist — An individual certified by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) and
who maintains the credential through continuing education.
Clear Trunk Height — A measurement of the distance between the top of the root ball to the point
where the lowest untrimmed petiole emerges from the trunk; used for measuring palms.
Critical Root Zone (CRZ) — Area of soil around the tree where the minimum amount of roots
considered critical to the structural stability or health of the tree are located. The CRZ
determination is equal to a distance of one foot radius from the face of the trunk for each inch of
trunk diameter at DBH, or as otherwise approved by the City.
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Crown — The upper part of a tree, measured from the lowest branch, including all the branches and
foliage.
Damage — Any action or inaction which does not follow good arboricultural practices as
established by the current edition of the ANSI A300 Tree Care Standards, Best Management
Practices, and the ANSI Z133 Safety Requirements for Arboricultural Operations. This includes,
but is not limited to, damage inflicted on any part of a tree, including the root system, by
machinery, construction equipment, excavation, change of natural grade, chemical application,
storage of materials, soil compaction, or improper pruning.
Diameter at Breast Height (DBI-I) - A standard method of expressing the diameter of the trunk and
shall be measured according to the current edition of the Guide for Plant Appraisal. Typically
expressed as the diameter, in inches, of a tree trunk measured at four and one-half feet above
existing grade.
Dripline - The soil surface area delineated by the branch spread of a single plant or group of plants.
Grand Tree - A tree and its root system of a species listed in Sec. 7.06.05.03. having a diameter at
breast height (DBH) measurement of twenty-six (26) inches or greater, and having a condition
rating of a 3 or greater, as calculated per the Tree Grade Guidelines.
Marking - For sites greater than or equal to one (1) acre in size, all trees shall be tagged with
aluminum tags and aluminum nails, or other method specifically approved by the City. Tag
numbers shall correlate to the tree numbers within the submitted tree inventory and Tree
Preservation Plan.
Mulch - A material applied to the soil surface to protect the soil, deter erosion, moderate soil
temperature, conserve moisture, inhibit weeds or improve soil structure.
Native Plant Material - Any plant material indigenous to central Florida and which is naturally
grown or commercially propagated or cultivated for the nursery or landscaping industry.
Overall Height - The highest point in the canopy measured from the top of root ball to the natural
position of the last fully emerged (all leaflets are fully expanded) — applied to dicot trees vs. palms.
Ornamental Tree - A deciduous tree planted primarily for its ornamental value or for screening
purposes; tends to be smaller at maturity than a shade tree.
Palm - Monocotyledonous plant, generally with one or more unbranched trunks, with fronds
emanating from a meristem at the top of the trunk.
Prohibited Species - All Category I species, including palms, as listed in the current Florida
Invasive Species Council (FISC) Invasive Plant List.
Protected Root Zone - The area around a tree encompassing both the dripline and the Critical Root
Zone. This area may be adjusted to account for site -specific limitations, as approved by the City.
Protective Barrier/Barricade - A physical structure not less than four (4) feet in height, protecting
the root zone of regulated and grand trees during construction. A suitable protective barrier may
be composed of wood or other material which ensures protection of the protected trees and grand
trees during construction.
Pruning - Removing branches (or occasionally roots) from a tree or other plant, using approved
practices in the current ANSI A300 Tree Care Standards, to achieve a specified objective.
Recommended Tree - A tree included on the City of Tampa Natural Resources Preferred Tree List,
with a trunk caliper of four inches or greater.
Regulated Palm - Any non -prohibited palm species that measures at least 10 feet of clear trunk
height.
Regulated Tree - Any non -prohibited tree species that measures at least four inches DBH.
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Relocated Tree — A regulated tree that has been transplanted. Installation methods shall be in
accordance with ANSI A300 Part 6 (Tree, Shrub, and Other Woody Plant Management Standard
Practices [Planting Trees and Shrubs])
Removed Tree - A grand or regulated tree that has been irreversibly damaged or destroyed.
Replacement Tree - A recommended tree planted in the place of a regulated tree or grand tree
which was irreversibly damaged or destroyed. Trees species shall be from the City of Tampa
Natural Resources Preferred Tree List. Replacement trees shall have a minimum DBH of four (4)
inches, and replacement palms shall have a minimum clear -trunk height of ten (10) feet.
Root Pruning — Selective pruning of roots for the following objectives: (1) In transplanting, the
process of pruning roots to increase the density of root development within the root ball; (2) In
tree preservation, the process of pruning roots to prevent tearing and splintering of remaining roots;
(3) In tree disease management, severing tree roots to prevent disease transmission through root
grafts.
Shade Tree - A hardwood tree that reaches a minimum height of 25 feet at maturity, with a
spreading canopy that provides relief from direct sunlight.
Shall - As used in ANSI Standards, denotes mandatory requirement.
Should - As used in ANSI Standards, denotes an advisory recommendation.
Topping - The reduction of tree size by the indiscriminate cutting of live branches and leaders to
stubs, without any regard to long-term tree health or structural integrity.
Tree - Any self-supporting single and multi -stem woody plant of a species which typically grows
to at least 15 feet at maturity.
Tree Bank - A fund established by a city to provide an opportunity to make a cash payment to the
city in lieu of providing required landscape stock on a site.
Tree Grade - The Tree Grade shall be assigned to each regulated tree, as determined by the
applicant's Certified Arborist. The Tree Grade is an overall rating of the quality of a tree, based on
the structure and health of a tree following the methods detailed within the current edition of the
Council of Tree and Landscape Appraisers Guide for Plant Appraisal.
Tree Inventory - An inventory of all existing trees within a proposed site, prepared by a Certified
Arborist. At minimum, the Tree Inventory shall provide: tree number, tree location, species,
dimensions (DBH, height, spread), condition rating/grade, Grand Tree status, Critical Root Zone,
and the proposed extent(s) of root pruning (if applicable).
Tree Preservation Plan (TPP) — This plan shall include the following: (1) Location of all existing
trees (species, size, condition, disposition); (2) Location of Tree Protection Zones and Barricades;
(3) Location of all Relocated Trees; (4) Calculated and Specified TPZ; (5) Location and description
of root pruning.
Tree Protection Zone - A specified zone around a tree or group of trees planned for retention where
activities are prohibited. The zone shall be delineated by Tree Protection Barricades, as detailed
on the approved Tree Preservation Plan.
Tree Replacement Fee - Fees collected in lieu of replacement trees paid to the City Tree Bank, as
determined by Table 1 in Section 7.06.05.09.
Tree Replacement Ratio - The ratio of required replacement trees to a removed tree as determined
by the Table 1 within Sec. 07.06.05.09.
Understory Tree — A smaller, shade -tolerant tree that grows beneath the canopy of larger, mature
trees.
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Sec. 7.06.05.02. Measurements
(A)DBH (as defined in Sec. 7.06.05.01): The DBH of a tree is a standard measurement of
expressing the diameter of the trunk of a tree. The DBH shall be measured according to the
current edition of the Guide for Plant Appraisal.
(B) Caliper (as defined in Sec. 7.06.05.01): The caliper of a tree is a standard measurement of
expressing the diameter of the trunk of nursery stock. The caliper shall be measured
according to the current edition of the Florida Grades and Standards for Nursery Plants.
(C) Clear Trunk Height (as defined in Sec. 7.06.05.01): The clear trunk of a palm is a standard
measurement of expressing the height of a palm and shall be measured according to the
current edition of the Florida Grades and Standards for Nursery Plants.
(D) Canopy Spread (as defined in Sec. 7.06.05.01): The canopy spread of a tree or palm is a
standard measurement of expressing the width of the canopy at the widest point and shall
be measured according to the current edition of the Florida Grades and Standards for
Nursery Plants.
(E) Overall Height (as defined in Sec. 7.06.05.01): The highest point in the canopy measured
from the top of root ball to the natural position of the last fully emerged (all leaflets are
fully expanded) — applied to dicot trees vs. palms. Overall height shall be measured
according to the current edition of the Florida Grades and Standards for Nursery Plants.
Sec. 7.06.05.03. Trees — Regulated, Prohibited, and Grand Trees
(A)Regulated Trees - Regulated trees (as defined in Sec. 7.06.05.01) include any non -
prohibited tree species that measure at least four inches DBH.
(B) Regulated Palms - Regulated palms (as defined in Sec. 7.06.05.01) include any non -
prohibited palm species that measure at least 10 feet of clear trunk height.
(C) Prohibited Species - Prohibited species (as defined in Sec. 7.06.05.0 1) include all Category
I species, including palms, as listed in the current Florida Invasive Species Council (FISC)
Invasive Plant List.
(1) Camphor tree (Cinnamomum camphora) is listed as a Category I invasive species
per the FISC. The City acknowledges that there are many mature camphor trees
present, providing a significant portion of the existing tree canopy. Camphor trees
under 26 inches DBH shall be classified as prohibited trees; neither permits nor
mitigation will be required for removal of these trees. However, removal of
camphor trees equal to or greater than 26 inches DBH shall require a permit through
the City; a permit application fee will not be required, however, the tree shall be
replaced at a rate of 1:1 with a native tree species of a minimum installation size of
4 -inch caliper.
The City acknowledges that the species should be eradicated. The intention of this clause is not to
protect camphor trees, but rather to ensure that adequate canopy coverage is maintained over time.
(D) Grand Trees - A tree is designated as a grand tree (as defined in Sec. 7.06.05.01) if the
following qualifications are met.
(1) 26 inches DBH or greater.
(2) Is of a species included on the Grand Tree Species List below.
(3) Achieves a grade of 3 or greater (refer to the Tree Grade Guidelines)
(4) The following are excluded from grand tree designation:
(a) All prohibited species (as defined in Sec. 7.06.05.01 and 7.06.05.03.(C)).
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Grand Tree Species List:
Grand trees include species listed below that measure at least 26 inches DBH, and have a Tree
Grade of a 3 or greater, as calculated per the Tree Grade Guidelines outlined in Appendix X.
• Cypress (Taxodium spp.)
• Elm (Ulmus spp.)
• Holly (Ilex spp.)
• Magnolia (Magnolia spp.)
• Maple (Acer spp.)
• Oak (Quercus spp.)
• Pine (Pinus spp.)
• Red Cedar (Juniperus spp.)
• Sweet Gum (Liquidambar styraciflua)
• Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis)
• Hickory or Pecan (Carya spp.)
The Planning Director may include additional species by providing standards similar to those in
the list above. In determining whether a tree has the requisite DBH to be a grand tree, all
measurements shall be to the nearest whole inch (roundup). The Planning Director shall determine
and verify all measurements on trees for grand tree designation.
Sec. 7.06.05.04. Maintenance of Trees
(A) Requirements and Prohibited Acts
(1) Owners of private property shall be responsible for the maintenance of trees on
their private property and in abutting rights -of -way. Where support staking and
guying of vegetation is provided at the time of installation, the stakes and guys shall
be removed no later than one year after installation to prevent damage to the
vegetation. Owners of private property who are responsible for the maintenance of
trees on private property shall not be required to pay any permitting or replacement
fees if the owner can prove by substantial competent evidence the tree was fatally
damaged by any public utility company.
(2) All trees shall be maintained free from physical damage or injury, including damage
or injury arising from lack of water, chemical exposure, insects, disease, blight or
other cause. Exceptions regarding damage due to severe weather or lack of water
shall be made when water consumption is limited by emergency orders or
declarations by state or local agencies.
(3) It shall be unlawful for any person to cut down, damage in any manner, destroy, or
cause to be destroyed, any regulated tree (including dead trees) regardless of
condition with a DBH of 4 inches or more without a Tree Removal Permit. The
following uses and activities are exempt from obtaining a Tree Removal Permit:
(a) Tree species listed as Prohibited Species as defined in Sec. 7.06.05.01 and
7.06.05.03.(C).
(b) Trees grown specifically for sale by commercial nurseries.
(c) Trees planted and grown specifically to produce lumber and its byproducts.
(d) Emergency work/storm mitigation (i.e. the pruning and removal of limbs
and/or trees required to resume normal activities)
(1) A permit for removal shall be obtained no later than 10 working days
after the tree has been removed. Photographs of the tree prior to
removal should be available to the City.
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(e) Following a declared state of emergency by the state of Florida, trees and/or
tree parts that pose a hazard/danger to persons or property can be removed.
This exemption is not valid once the state of emergency has been
terminated.
(4) Pruning operations should be conducted as to remove no more living material than
necessary to meet a specified objective.
(5) Topping of Regulated Trees is prohibited. Regulated Trees destroyed by improper
pruning shall be replaced with tree(s) of the same species, minimum four -inch
DBH, based on the Tree Replacement Ratio within Table 1 in Sec 7.06.05.09.
(6) It is unlawful for a property owner to allow any tree or tree branch that is in such
diseased or dead condition so as to be in danger of falling upon any right-of-way or
the property of another.
(7) Tree Grade: The Tree Grade shall be prepared by the applicant's certified arborist
and shall range from a low of 0.0 to a maximum of 5.0 with 0 being a dead tree and
a 5.0 being an excellent tree. In determining the Tree Grade the arborist shall follow
the Tree Grade Guidelines included in Appendix X.
(B) Pruning and Prohibited Pruning
(1) All pruning of Regulated and Grand trees shall be performed or supervised by an
ISA Certified Arborist.
(2) Generally, when pruning a tree, not more than twenty-five percent (25%) of the
total area should be reduced at a single operation. When cutting back trees, prune
only as much as necessary to achieve the desired objective. Where practical, avoid
cutting back to small suckers. All effort shall be made to cut back to a lateral, one-
third (1/3) of the diameter of the cut being made.
(3) When pruning, branch removal shall not leave large holes in the general outline of
the tree except when performing structural pruning of young, maturing trees large
holes may be created within the canopy as a result of removing and/or reducing
temporary branches.
(4) Where either cut or fill grade changes will occur within the Tree Protection Zone
as the result of development, root pruning, a retaining wall, or tree well, a tree
aeration system shall be constructed as specified by the approved TPP.
(5) Any maintenance performed on Protected Trees or Grand Trees shall be subject to
the minimum standards of Sec. 07.06.02 and the current editions of the ANSI A300,
ANSI Z133, and current ISA Best Management Practices.
(6) Prior to conducting maintenance on limbs of a Grand Tree that measure 6 inches or
more in diameter measured at the base of the limb, a Certified Arborist shall submit
an affidavit for approval by the City detailing any work of an arboricultural nature
that will be performed on the tree.
(7) Root Pruning:
(a) When the CRZ of a Regulated Tree or Grand Tree will be disturbed, a Tree
Preservation Plan (TPP) is required, indicating the extent of the proposed
root pruning line, as determined by an ISA Certified Arborist.
(b) Root pruning shall be performed without damaging important structural
roots or significantly affecting the overall health of the tree.
(c) Root pruning shall only be performed at a distance of five (5) times the DBH
of the tree from the trunk.
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(d) All roots to be pruned shall be severed by clean pruning cuts at the root
pruning line. Roots can be pruned by utilizing a root pruning machine, saw,
chain saw, or other equipment designed for tree pruning. Roots located
within the CRZ that will be impacted by construction should be pruned to
the depth of 18 inches below the existing grade or to the depth of
disturbance if less than 18 inches from the existing grade. When
underground utility lines are to be installed within the critical root zone, the
root pruning requirements may be waived if the lines are installed via
tunnelling or directional boring as opposed to open trenching.
(e) Any activities that will impact the CRZ of a Grand Tree such as excavations
for utilities or irrigation lines, open trenching, grubbing of rooted
vegetation, addition of fill material, heavy equipment traversing over the
CRZ, or any and all other activities that will impact the CRZ must be
performed under the direct supervision of a Certified Arborist.
Sec. 7.06.05.05. Tree Grading Guidelines
(A) A Certified Arborist shall be used to determine the health and designation of a tree utilizing
the Tree Grading Guidelines and the current edition of the Council of Tree and Landscape
Appraisers Guide for Plant Appraisal.
(B) Any tree with a grade of 3 or below shall include justification and specific arboricultural
language to support the downgrade.
Sec. 7.06.05.06. Tree Removal Permits
(A) Any person wishing to obtain a Tree Removal Permit to Remove a Regulated Tree,
including dead trees, shall submit a written or digital Tree Removal Permit Application to
the City in the form approved by the City Manager accompanied by a Tree Removal Permit
Application fee of $25.00 for residential parcels and $100.00 for all other parcels, and pay
any replacement fees required by Sec 7.06.05.09.
(B) Trees which are being applied for within the Tree Removal Permit must be evaluated by a
Certified Arborist to determine the appropriate Grade based on the Tree Grading
Guidelines (Appendix X).
(C) The applicant shall work with the City to preserve regulated and grand trees to the
maximum extent practicable. It is advisable to conduct the required inventory of trees prior
to planning of any potential structures.
(D) Individual Tree Removal Permit/Qualified Tree Removal Permits
(1) For a Tree Removal Permit that is not associated with a development proposal, an
Individual Tree Removal Permit may be applied for.
(a) The Individual Tree Removal Permit shall be considered as a "Qualified
Removal" if any of the following are true:
(1) The tree or root system is determined to be detrimental to the
integrity of a structure or proposed structure's foundation.
(2) The tree poses an unacceptable risk - i.e., if removal is the only
means of practically mitigating its risk below moderate, as
determined by the tree risk assessment procedures outlined in Best
Management Practices - Tree Risk Assessment, Second Edition
(2017).
(3) The tree is dead, diseased, insect ridden, or damaged or weakened
by natural causes.
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(b) For a Qualified Tree Removal, trees (and palms) shall be replaced at a ratio
of 1 tree planted for each tree removed. Replacement trees shall meet the
minimum requirements set forth in Sec. 7.06.05.09.
(c) If none of the conditions in section (1) are met, then the Individual Tree
Removal Permit shall be considered as an "Unqualified Removal."
Unqualified Removals may still be considered for approval, however the
applicant will be required to replace the tree at a ratio of 1 tree planted for
each tree removed or pay a fee in lieu of replacement of $750 to the City
Tree Trust Fund.
(2) Application Requirements:
(a) For established residences or established places of business, a scaled site
plan may be provided as a simple sketch, as long as all the required
information is included and easily understood. The application shall be
independent from and not associated with any other improvements.
(1) Location of existing structures.
(2) Location of existing vegetation.
(3) Indication of trees to be removed, relocated, or replaced.
(4) Any proposed grade changes within the CRZ of an existing tree.
(5) Tree Preservation Plan for Regulated and Grand Trees to remain
(where applicable) (Sec. 7.06.05.06(D)(2).
(E) Other Tree Removal Permits (Associated with a Development Proposal)
(1) Where a Development Permit is required, the Tree Removal Permit Application
shall contain the following minimum information:
(a) A survey, including trees, showing the following:
(1) The shape and dimensions of the lot or parcel.
(2) The location of existing structures and proposed improvements.
(3) Tree Inventory prepared by a Certified Arborist; the Tree Inventory
shall include the following:
(a) Tree location (for all trees within the property and within 25
feet of the property).
(b) Tree number.
(c) Tree species (botanical and common names) - include
prohibited species.
(d) The dimensions of all trees (including prohibited species).
Dimensions shall include the DBH, canopy spread, and
either overall height for dicots or clear trunk height for
palms, measured in accordance Section 7.06.05.02.
i. Dimensions shall be approximated for any tree
located off site, but within 25' of the property line, to
avoid trespassing.
(e) Location of the canopy dripline and the Critical Root Zone
(CRZ) of each tree.
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(f) Condition Rating and Grade
i. Trees shall be assessed by a certified arborist
utilizing the Tree Grading Guidelines (Appendix X)
and the current edition of the Guide for Plant
Appraisal. A grade of 0 to 5 shall be assigned to each
Regulated or Grand Tree.
ii. Any tree with a grade of 3 or below shall include
justification and specific arboricultural language to
support the downgrade.
iii. Condition Rating and Grade shall be approximated
for any tree located off site, but within 25' of the
property line to avoid trespassing.
(g) Grand Tree Status
(h) Proposed tree dispositions, including any proposed tree
removal(s), relocation(s) and replacement(s).
i. A justification statement as to why the tree(s) are
proposed to be relocated or removed.
ii. Documentation of alternatives explored to preserve
tree(s) may be required upon request from the City.
(i) Any additional information deemed necessary by the City
Manager, or his designee.
(2) Tree Preservation Plan
(a) The City shall require the submittal of a Tree Preservation Plan (TPP) for
all Regulated Trees on a property and within 25 feet of the property,
prepared by a Certified Arborist prior to the commencement of
construction. The TPP shall describe how existing trees will be protected
and how the construction impacts will be mitigated.
(1) TPP Requirements (in addition to Tree Inventory Requirements):
(a) Location of Tree Protection Zones and Barricades
(b) The proposed extent of root pruning, including all proposed
root pruning lines
i. Root pruning shall be required where impacts are
proposed within the CRZ (as defined in Sec.
7.06.05.01). Root pruning shall be performed in
accordance with the specifications outlined in Sec.
7.06.05.05(B)(7).
(3) Care of trees during and following development
(a) All approved work within the TPP (including pruning) shall be
implemented under the supervision of a Certified Arborist. During
development, a Certified Arborist shall inspect the site weekly and provide
a status report detailing the condition of the Tree Barricades.
(b) All Regulated and Grand trees shall be marked (as defined in Sec.
7.06.05.0 1) with the appropriate tree number, correlating with the approved
TPP,
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(c) Tree Barricades shall be placed around all Regulated or Grand Trees prior
to the onset of land preparation or construction, according to the Protected
Root Zone, as detailed within the approved TPP.
(d) It shall be unlawful for any person in the construction of any structures or
other improvements to place solvents, material, construction machinery, or
temporary soil deposits within the Protected Root Zone (as defined in Sec.
7.06.05.01).
(e) All pruning during development (including root pruning), shall be
performed or supervised by a Certified Arborist.
(f) All roots to be removed during the site clearing phase shall be severed clean
at the perimeter of the Protected Root Zone, as detailed within the approved
TPP, prior to the onset of land development, site clearing, or construction.
(g) If new construction necessitates the pruning or removal of an off -site tree,
either in the right of way or within an adjacent property, and the owner of
the adjacent property consents, the owner of the property under construction
shall be responsible for all costs (including, but not limited to, permitting
and contractor costs) associated with the pruning or removal of the off -site
tree.
(4) City Staff shall have the authority to withhold issuance of Tree Removal Permit
Application where a Development Permit is required until site plan approval has
been granted.
(5) City Staff shall conduct an on -site inspection prior to the issuance of a Tree
Removal Permit.
(6) City Staff shall inspect the site prior to the removal of any tree(s).
(7) The tree removal permit must be displayed on site 48 hours prior to the removal(s),
and 48 hours following the removal(s).
(8) Any and all Tree Removal Permits, issued by the City shall expire within three (3)
months of the Tree Removal Permit issuance date. Any tree removal after the
expiration of a Tree Removal Permit requires a new Tree Removal Permit
Application and new Tree Removal Permit under the terms of Section 07.06.05.06
If a new Tree Removal Permit is not obtained, Tree Removal conducted pursuant to an expired
Tree Removal Permit shall be subject to the penalties in Section 07.06.05.11.
Sec. 7.06.05.07. Exemptions from a Tree Removal Permit
(A) It shall be unlawful for any person to cut down, damage in any manner, destroy, or cause
to be destroyed, any regulated tree (including dead trees) regardless of condition with a
DBH of 4 inches or more without a Tree Removal Permit. The following uses and activities
are exempt from obtaining a Tree Removal Permit:
(1) Tree species listed as Prohibited Species as defined in Sec. 7.06.05.01
(2) Trees grown specifically for sale by commercial nurseries.
(3) Trees planted and grown specifically to produce lumber and its byproducts.
(4) Emergency work/Storm mitigation (i.e. the pruning and removal of limbs and/or
trees required to resume normal daily activities)
(a) A permit for Regulated Tree removal shall be obtained no later than 10
working days after the tree has been removed. Photographs of the
tree/damage prior to the removal should be available to the City.
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(5) Following a declared state of emergency by the state of Florida, trees and/or tree
parts that pose a hazard/danger to persons or property can be removed. This
exemption is not valid once the state of emergency has been terminated.
(6) Tree removal or maintenance within the right-of-way that is determined by the
Public Works Director or designee as required.
The Public Works Director or designee shall not be required to submit a permit or consult an
arborist for trees within the right-of-way that may be in declining condition, diseased, damaged,
dead, or posing a threat to public safety.
The City shall have the right to prune any tree or shrub on private property when it interferes with
the proper spread of street lighting along any street or intersection to ensure public safety. Any
interference with the visibility of any traffic control device, sign, intersection, or driveway must
be maintained at all times. The City shall have the right to cause the removal of any diseased or
dead trees on private property within the city when such trees constitute a hazard to life, safety,
and/or property. The City Code Enforcement Director will notify the owners of these trees in
writing. Corner clearances must be maintained to ensure the proper vehicle height and width
clearance requirements.
Sec. 7.06.05.08. Criteria for Issuance of a Tree Removal Permit
(A) In reviewing a Tree Removal Permit Application, City Staff shall approve a Tree Removal
Permit only when one or more of the following criteria are met:
(1) The Regulated Tree(s) to be removed pose a safety hazard to pedestrians or
vehicular traffic, threaten to cause disruption of public services or utility services,
pose a safety hazard to persons or buildings or are within the visibility triangle.
(2) The Regulated Tree(s) to be removed are weakened by age, fire or other injury or
are in major decline, have a disease, an insect infestation, or have a defective
structure that is a hazard.
(3) The Regulated Tree(s) to be removed must be removed in order to construct
improvements that are proposed as a result of:
(a) Need for access to the building site for construction equipment where no
practical alternative access routes are available.
(b) Surface water drainage and utility installations, where alternative
alignments for these proposed components are not available.
(c) Location of primary building pad, primary foundation line, swimming pool,
patio pad, or that portion of the driveway within the path of the garage or
carport entrance, and these structures cannot be relocated or redesigned.
(d) City Staff may require documentation of alternatives explored to preserve
tree(s) upon request.
(4) The removal of the tree(s) is found to be in the interest of the general public's
health, safety, and welfare and the removal is deemed by the City Manager to
further the intent of Sec. 07.06.05.07 et seq.
(B) City Staff may deny a Tree Removal Permit even if one of the above factors is met when:
(1) There is a need for visual screening between incompatible uses.
(2) The proposed tree removal(s) exceed the limits outlined in the table below:
Average Number of Trees per Acre Percentage Allowed to be Removed (by DBH
of Development (4" DBH or larger) percentage AND individual tree count
percentage)
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Above 40
50%
20 to 40
30%
10 to 19
10%
Under 10
None, unless the trunk at breast height is within 8
feet of a proposed structure or improvement such
as a road, utility line and the like or if the
developer agrees to replace any trees removed in
accordance with the terms of this part.
Diseased, damaged, burned, or insect infested trees shall not count towards the average
number of trees per acre on the percentage allowed to be removed
(C) City Staff, upon a determination that Tree Removal Permit Application is to be denied,
shall state the basis for such denial specifically and shall notify the applicant in writing of
the criteria upon which the denial is predicated.
Sec. 7.06.05.09. Mitigation/Replacement of Regulated Trees and Grand Trees
(A) As a condition of granting a Tree Removal Permit, City Staff shall require the replacement
of the tree(s) to be removed as outlined in this Section (Sec. 7.06.05.09).
(B) Except as specifically provided in this Section, all Regulated Trees removed pursuant to a
Tree Removal Permit shall be replaced at a rate pursuant to Table 1 Regulated Tree
Replacement. To encourage retention of Regulated Trees credits for those Regulated Trees
with a condition of 3 or greater that are to be preserved will be applied toward the overall
required replacements and/or Replacement Fee. The Replacement Ratio and Retention
Credit Ratio shall apply as follows::
(1) Using the Regulated Tree Replacement Ratio based on the DBH inch of Regulated
Tree Removed, as detailed in Table 1: Regulated Tree Replacement.
(2) Where a property cannot replace the number of trees based on the Regulated Tree
Replacement Ratio, the property owner shall pay the Inch per Inch Tree
Replacement Fee for the difference of inches not replaced, less any Retention
Credits. Where a partial Tree Replacement Ratio was reached, the Inch Per Inch
Tree Replacement Fee will be prorated by the same percentage of Tree
Replacement Ratio reached. Fees collected in lieu of replacement shall be placed
in a fund established as the "City Tree Trust Fund." Such fees are as follows:
Table 1: Regulated Tree Replacement
Regulated Tree
Regulated
Inch per Inch
DBH of Regulated
Replacement
Tree
Tree
Tree
Ratio
Retention
Replacement
Credit Ratio
Fee
4" to less than 10"
1:1
1:1
$50.00
10" to less than20"
2:1
3:1
$100.00
20" to less than30"
4:1
5:1
$125.00
30" and greater
5:1
8:1
$150.00
(C) Except as specifically provided in this Section, all Regulated Palm Trees removed pursuant
to a Tree Removal Permit shall be replaced as follows:
(1) Palm Tree Replacement shall be equivalent to one (1) replacement palm with a
minimum clear trunk height often (10) feet for one (1) removed palm with a cleared
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trunk height of ten (10) feet or greater. Palms with less than ten (10) feet of clear
trunk are exempt from the requirement of this subsection.
(2) Where a property cannot replace the palm based on the Palm Tree Replacement,
the property owner shall pay the equivalent value of the palm to be removed. The
equivalent value of a palm is determined by multiplying the clear trunk
measurement of the palm to be removed by the retail cost of the same species per
clear trunk foot (wholesale cost per clear trunk foot multiplied by two and one half
[wholesale cost x 2.5]) to e not less than twenty five dollars ($25.00) per foot
expressed in dollars per clear trunk foot. The product of this calculation indicates
the dollar amount to be deposited into the "City Tree Trust Fund."
(D) Except as specifically provided in this Section, all Grand Trees Removed pursuant to a
Tree Removal Permit shall be replaced at a rate pursuant to Table 2: Grand Tree
Replacement. To encourage retention of Grand Trees credits for those Grand Trees that are
to be preserved will be applied toward the overall required replacements and/or
Replacement Fee. The Replacement Ratio and Retention Credit Ratio shall apply as
follows:
(1) Where a property cannot replace the number of trees based on the Grand Tree
Replacement, the property owner shall pay the Inch per Inch Grand Tree
Replacement Fee for the difference of the inches not replaced, less any Retention
Credits, as detailed in Table 2: Grand Tree Replacement Fee. Where partial Grand
Tree Replacement was reached, the Inch per Inch Grand Tree Replacement Fee will
be paid for the caliper inches remaining, to reach the full Grand Tree Replacement.
Fees collected in lieu of replacement shall be placed in a fund established as the
"City Tree Trust Fund." Such fees are as follows:
Table 2: Grand Tree Replacement
Grand Tree
DBH
Grand Tree
Replacement
Retention
Inch per Inch Tree
Removed
Ratio
Credit
Replacement Fee
Ratio
26" to 29"
4:1
10:1
$125.00
30" to 39"�
5:1
12:1
$150.00
40" to 49"
51
12:1
$175.00
50" to 59"
5:1
14:1
$200.00
60" and
5:1
14:1
$225.00
greater
(E) Payments into the tree fund are due at time of tree removal permit issuance. Replacement
trees for sites that are not associated with a building permit for new development are
required to be planted within three (3) months of tree removal permit issuance.
Replacement trees for sites that are associated with a building permit for new development
are required to be planted prior to the issuances of a Certificate of Occupancy.
(F) If replacement trees are installed on developed properties, the applicant shall guarantee the
survival of the replacement trees and a follow-up, on -site inspection by City Staff at yearly
intervals for two (2) years after planting may be conducted to ensure compliance.
(G) Failure to comply with these provisions will subject the applicant to penalties under Section
07.06.05.11 and all applicable civil penalties as well as replanting and additional
monitoring of replacement trees if necessary.
(H) Relocation by City
(1) The applicant for a Tree Removal Permit may authorize the City to enter upon the
property and remove a tree or palm at the City's expense prior to the owner's
proposed removal, if in the opinion of the City, such tree is of sufficient value to
warrant relocation by the City. The City, in deciding whether to accept or reject
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such a donation, shall consider the tree's physical condition, health or other
circumstances, such as potential damage to utility lines, that may be anticipated to
occur during such relocation, as well as the City's need for the proposed donation.
Such donated trees will be utilized for landscaping public lands or as otherwise
determined by the city.
(I) Replacement Tree Requirements
(1) All replacement tree(s) shall be a tree included on the City of Tampa Natural
Resources Preferred Tree and shall meet the requirements outlined in this section.
(2) All replacement plant material shall be grade Florida No. 1 or better pursuant to the
current edition of the Florida Grades and Standards for Nursery Plants.
(3) All replacement plant material (trees) shall be a minimum caliper of four (4) inches
at the time of installation (refer to Sec. 7.06.05.02 for measurement details).
(4) All replacement plant material (palms) shall be a minimum clear trunk height often
(10) feet at the time of installation (refer to Sec. 7.06.05.02 for measurement
details).
(J) Percentage of Trees Allowed to be Removed
In conjunction with any development, building or land clearing, not associated with an Individual
Tree Removal Permit, the maximum percentage of trees which may be removed shall be in
accordance with the following table. Removal of any trees over these guideline percentages may
require replacement at a rate of double the inch -per -inch basis or financial contribution to the City
Tree Trust Fund. The waiving of the percentages detailed in these guidelines is at the discretion of
the Planning Director.
Average Number of Trees per Acre
Percentage Allowed to be Removed
of Development (4" DBH or lamer)
Above 40
50%
20 to 40
30%
10 to 19
10%
UnderlO
_
None, unless the trunk at breast height is within 8
feet of a proposed structure or improvement such
as a road, utility line and the like or if the
developer agrees to replace any trees removed in
accordance with the terms of this part.
Sec. 7.06.05.10. City Tree Trust Fund
(A) The City Tree Trust Fund will be used by the City for one of the following purposes:
(1) To purchase trees for use on City property or for use in a City sponsored
reforestation program within the City limits.
(2) To pay for the costs of preventative maintenance of trees that are the responsibility
of the City.
(3) To pay for an arborist or landscape architect to review landscape plans or tree
removal permits.
(4) For the payment of fees by the City to a landscape professional or certified arborist
for educating City Staff or the general public with regard to tree protection and
preservation.
(5) For such other services or programs deemed by the City Manager to further the
intent of Sec. 07.06.05.07 et seq.
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Sec. 7.06.05.11. Failure to Obtain Permit/Penalty for Violation
(A) Whenever a violation(s) of this part occurs or exists or has occurred or existed, any person
individual, entity or otherwise, who has legal, beneficial or equitable interest in the facility
or instrumentality causing or contributing to the violation(s) and any person individual,
entity or otherwise, who has legal, beneficial or equitable interest in the real property upon
which the violation(s) occurs or exists or has occurred or existed, shall be liable for the
violation(s).
(B) Any person who shall commence any work without first obtaining a permit shall, if
subsequently permitted to obtain a permit, pay triple the permit fee prescribed for the work.
The payment of a triple fee shall not preclude nor be deemed a substitute for prosecution
for commencing work without first obtaining a permit.
(C) Any infraction for illegal pruning or other prohibited acts shall be fined per violation based
on the fees set forth in the table below.
Table 3: Penalties for Tree Abuse
(for illegal pruning or other prohibited acts listed in Sec. 7.06.05.04)
DBH of
Per Inch Penalty for Properties
Per Inch Penalty
Regulated
with Homestead Exemption for
for all Other
Tree
Ad Valorem Tax Purposes
Properties
4" to less than
$12.50
$25.00
10"
10" to less than
$25.00
$50.00
20"
20" to less than
$35.00
$62.50
30"
30" and greater
$50.00
$75.00
(D) Any person who violates the provisions of this Section relating to illegal tree removal or
effective tree removal shall pay to the City a civil penalty equal to three times the rate of
the permit and mitigation for such tree removal.
(1) Replacement tree requirements shall be double the standards outlined within Sec.
7.06.05.10. Where the full mitigation cannot be accommodated on the same parcel,
or an adjacent right-of-way, or on City property, then a contribution shall be made
to the "City Tree Trust Fund" based on double the appropriate DBH fee rate from
Table 1: Regulated Tree Replacement or Table 2: Grand Tree Replacement Fee.
Sec. 7.06.04.12. Approval Process
(A) City Staff has the authority to withhold the final Certificate of Occupancy if the provisions
set forth in Sec. 07.05.06. et seq., including conditions of any Tree Removal Permits issued,
have not been complied with.
(B) Whenever City Staff determines that a violation of Sec. 07.05.06. et seq. has occurred, City
Staff shall cause such violations to be corrected by complying with the following
procedure:
(1) Written Notice: Immediately issue written notice in the manner specified in Section
162.12, Florida Statutes, as may be amended, to the alleged violator stating the
nature and location of the violation and specifying what remedial steps are
necessary to bring the project into compliance. Such person shall immediately
commence the recommended remedial action and shall have two (2) working days
after receipt of said notice, or such longer time as may be allowed by the City Staff,
to complete the remedial action set forth in said notice.
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(2) Remedial Work and Stop Work Orders: If a subsequent violation occurs during the
2 working days, or if remedial work specified in the notice of violation is not
completed within the time allowed, or if clearing, development of land, or any site
alteration is occurring without a required Tree Removal Permit, City Staff shall
issue a Stop Work Order immediately. Said Stop Work Order shall contain the
grounds for its issuance, and shall set forth the nature of the violation. The Stop
Work Order shall be directed not only to the person owning the land upon which
the violation is occurring, but also shall be directed to the person or firm actually
performing the physical labors of the development activity, directing them to cease
and desist all or any portion of the work upon all or any geographical portion of the
project, whichever is greater, except such remedial work as is deemed necessary to
bring the violation into compliance.
(C) Subsection (B) above shall be supplemental and shall not prohibit the City from enforcing
Section 07.06.04 et seq. by any other legal procedure including, but not limited to, the
procedure provided by Article XII of the Zephyrhills City Code, and/or Chapter 162,
Florida Statutes.
(D) In addition to all other available remedies, any individual or entity for hire that removes or
effectively removes any Regulated Tree in violation of this Code shall be subject to a
progressive fine as listed below:
(1) First offense: $1,000.00 fine.
(2) Second offense: $2,000.00 fine.
(3) Third and all future offenses: $3,000.00 fine.
(E) All fines must be paid prior to the approval of any future Tree Removal Permits.
(F) Any individual or entity for hire that improperly prunes a Regulated or Grand tree shall be
subject to a fine of $100.00 per tree, per offense.
(G) In any prosecution for the removal of a Regulated Tree without a Tree Removal Permit,
each tree so removed will constitute a separate offense, and mitigation shall be required
per Section 07.06.05.10.
(H) In addition to other remedies and notwithstanding the existence of an adequate remedy at
law, the City may seek injunctive relief in the Circuit Court to enforce the provisions of
this section.
(I) All fines are due within three (3) months of the date of the violation letter or, if appealed,
within thirty (30) days of the final order on the appeal.
(J) All fines for the Removal of Regulated Trees in violation of this Code shall constitute a
lien upon the premises served if the fines remain unpaid fifteen (15) days beyond due date.
The City Clerk may file with the Clerk of Pasco County a Claim of Lien. The Claim of
Lien shall contain the legal description of the premises served, the amount of the fines, plus
administrative fees, penalties, and attorney's fees. All recorded fines shall bear interest at
the current judgment rate.
(K)No building permit shall be issued without an approved Tree Removal Permit or one of the
following verifications:
(1) If there are no Regulated Trees on the property, an applicant for building permit
shall submit a notarized statement of No Tree Removal Verification.
(2) If all protected trees that exist on the property will not be removed, an applicant for
building permit shall submit a notarized statement of No Tree Removal Verification
and a Tree Preservation Plan for all existing Regulated and Grand Trees.
(L) Appeal process: Appeals shall be provided by Sec. 11.17.00 of the City's Land
Development Code.
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Section 4. Redline Changes.
The redline changes showing strikethroughs for deletions and underlined text for additions
of the amendments made to Sections 7.06.05 and the of the City of Zephyrhills Land Development
Code contained in Section 3 above, are attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and made apart hereof by
reference.
Section 5. Repealer and Deletion of General Regulations Chapter 100.
General Regulations, Chapter 100 — Trees, is hereby repealed and deleted in its entirety.
Section 6. General Repealer.
Any ordinance or part of any ordinance in conflict herewith is hereby repealed to the extent
of any conflict.
Section 7. Conflict Severability.
If is declared to be the intent of the City Council of the City of Zephyrhills, Florida, that if
any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or provision of this Ordinance shall be declared invalid,
the remainder of this Ordinance shall not be construed as not having contained said section,
subsection, sentence, clause, or provision and shall not be affected by such holding.
Section 8. Inclusion in Code.
The provisions of this Ordinance shall become and be made part of the Code of Ordinances
and Land Development Code of the City of Zephyrhills, Florida. The sections of this Ordinance
may be renumbered or re -lettered and the word "ordinance" may be changed to "section," "article,"
or such other appropriate word or phrase in order to accomplish such.
Section 9. Effective Date.
This Ordinance shall become effective upon passage on the second reading and signing by
the Mayor;�. ::
They e d}ng. d ce No. 1513-26 was read and passed on the first reading in an open and
re �r 'iiieeting of fhe City Council of the City of Zephyrhills, Florida, on this 26th day of January,
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s. ,iordo<iuintiies�City Clerk Charles E. Proctor
c'6• J a Council President
The 'fore oant Ordinance No. 1513-26 was read andpassed on the second . g and reading following a
public hearing in., an open and regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Zephyrhills,
Florid.tI11& yo.ffebruary, 2026.
At- jL4 f Vi;,,;.µ;, ' .: ;•• ice' - - 6),'E7
do QurfionesCity Clerk Charles E. Proctor
- Council President
The fdi omg•O4 ce No. 1513-26 was approved by me this 9th day of February. 2026.
Melt nie Bahr Monson, Mayor
Approved as to legal form and conte,
Matthew E. Maggard, .ity Attorney
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EXHIBIT
A- LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE
ARTICLE VII - DESIGN STANDARDS AND IMPROVEMENT REQUIREMENTS
PART 7.06.00. LANDSCAPING
PART 7.06.00. LANDSCAPING
Sec. 7.06.01. Content and purpose.
(A) Generally. This part is intended to protect trees and their canopies, wetlands and natural resources by
regulating the removing of trees, site clearing, landscaping, tree planting and irrigation in the city. This part is
also designed to promote the maintenance of native plant species and the removal of exotic and nuisance
species. Tre p eser e the ecological dance of the environment, c�sntrol erosionsedimentation and
storrrswater runoff rovide shade reduce heat and lare,reduce flooding, enhance oropggy values and
aesthetics abate noise oollutio and bt ffer incompatible land uses.
(B) Applicability. The provisions of this part shall apply to all buildings, development, improvements and land
within the limits of the city, (both new residential and commercial development) unless expressly exempted
by law. For existing projects, improvements made that are over 51 percent of the existing cost of the
appraised property, shall also trigger the use of these guidelines.
(C) Administrative authority. The provisions of this part shall be administered and enforced by the official. For
purposes of administration of the provisions of this part, the official's designee shall be the 4Udig
Of Pl nningQjr ctor.
(D) Conflicts. If the provisions of this part conflict with other ordinances or regulations, the more stringent
limitation or requirement shall govern.
(Ord. 922-05, passed 6-13-2005)
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Species
Minimum Circumference
Cypress (Taxodium spp.)
120
Elm (Ulmus spp.)
120
Holly (Ilex spp.)
85
Magnolia (Magnolia spp.)
108
Maple (Acer spp.)
108
Oak (Quercus app.)
108
Pine (exception: Australian Pine)
108
Red Cedar (Juniperus spp.)
120
Sweet Gum (Liquidambar styraciflua)
120
Sycamore (Platanus occidentalis)
120
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Sec. 7.06.0 . Landscape plan.
(A) General. Prior to the approval of any site plan, "landscape plans" for the entire parcel and as specified below,
shall be submitted, reviewed, revised and approved by the SPR Committee.
(B) Nature of required plan. A landscape plan shall be prepared and/or approved by a registered landscape
architect as authorized by F.S. Ch. 481, as amended. The landscape plan shall include sufficient information
to determine whether the proposed landscaping is in compliance with the standards and other requirements
of this part. The landscape plans shall be submitted as a part of the site plans. Submitted landscape plans
shall be drawn at a readable scale and shall include the following:
(1) The name, address and telephone number of the owner of the property for which the landscape plan is
required;
(2) The name, address and telephone number of the landscape architect preparing the landscape plan;
(3) The location of the property including the legal description, section, township, range and street
address, if known;
(4) The location of all existing and proposed structures, all landscape improvements (i.e.: berms, walls,
fences, screens, sculptures, fountains, street furnishings, lights, paved areas) parking areas, vehicular
use areas and other site improvements;
(5) The location of all in -ground, above ground and overhead utilities and irrigation, including structures,
sizing, height and types. Use Appendix D for any trees proposed under power lines;
(6) General notes and specifications including mulching requirements, instructions for the installation,
fertilization and maintenance of all plant materials;
(7) A separate tree survey sheet depicting all existing trees on site including those to be removed,
relocated. r and fee ¢° )e protected and methodology for protection. Information
ation t be pro tided in
the tree survey is detailed in Section 7.C96.f 5.t37,13,1.a; ,
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(8) A copy of the county soils map depicting the proposed development site and the existing soils will be
required and is to be submitted to the city with the landscape plans. If the soils are found to be of poor
quality for vegetative growth per the soils map, the soils are to be tested (see division (B)(12) of this
section) and amended per the recommendations of the report. Poor drainage condition details shall be
included in the landscape plans (See Appendix F for a typical tree planting detail);
3 If the soils are found to be of nor ualit for tative rowth according to the county sail rr soils
testing report fort e existing soil of the progod site will be required and is to be submitted to the
cif with t e landscape lens, The a licant is to work with the local extension a c or independent
testing lab to have the existing sell tested and to acquire the report from the testin g a ec . the
followin soil informatio n will ere ueste of the testing agency and included in the re cart:, pjj
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soluble salts and ercenta e caf sand silt capnd car anic matter. Son shoudadjusted9pj2ff
rqn g ofi 6.0 t 7.0, To asoil should fall within the f sllo rir� Tarr. es; sand 25 ercent —S ercent silt 2S
ercent -0 ercent cla ei t ercent27 percentQpanic matter shall not be less than five ercent
hicste: as determined by loss on 'ignition of moisture -free samples dried at5°C Per request, theme cr , ,t
will rovide the contact informat ican for soils testin envies as a part cafthe re -application meetin .
the aplicant is to amend the existin soilper the recommendations of the sons repartjppovdefor
the viabilit and fora -terra health of the vg etation bein ro used in the landsca e lams°
(10) While it is not required, utilize to the extent possible environmentally sustainable principles and
practices, which include "Xeriscape" principles (See § 22);
(1-.) A plant list that provides the scientific and common names, sizes (i.e.: caliper), quantity, special
requirements and location of all plant materials existing and proposed and proposed turf grass type
that will be utilized to meet the minimum landscaping requirements;
(1-2) Planting and installation details, as needed, to ensure conformance with all required standards,
including tree protection and erosion control.
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(43C) Information necessary to evaluate compliance with provisions of this part;
(14) Prior to submitting the landscape plan set for review, the applicant will be required to meet with staff
to discuss the proposed project and the applicable landscape requirements in a pre -submittal
application meeting;
() A landscape maintenance plan and schedule will be submitted as a part of the landscape plans. As a
minimum this information will include scheduling and information on watering, fertilizing,
herbicide/pesticide applications, trimming/edging, maintenance and mowing cycle;
(344) Each landscape plan shall provide that the requested development shall commence within six months
from the date of issuance of the permit. Applicant is required to submit in writing for review and
approval by the Director should an extension to this time limit be warranted. It is the responsibility of
the applicant to apply for the extension and the city is not responsible for notification of an expired
permit; and
(4 4) In addition to the owner's contact information, the applicant must supply the city with the selected
landscape contractor's contact name, phone number and fax number so the city will know who to
contact regarding any issues that may arise. Contact information is to be supplied to the city as soon as
he or she is hired. A separate application for the landscape plans is not required.
LQLt shall e unlawful to tar cause to be lamed within the City limits any Cate car 1" exotic or nuisance
lent s ecies listed on the Florida invasive S ecies Council FISC invasive Plant list.
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OR BK 11363 PG 3306 Page 22 of 60
E During the site construction roeess all Cate cant s seise included on the FISC Invasive Plant List shallbe
removed. After the issuance of the certificate of occuoanc the owner shall control re jrowth of invasive exotic
plants in raertsetuity.
(Ord. 922-05, passed 6-13-2005)
Sec. 7.06.024.01. Landscape installation.
(A) All plant material shall be grade Florida No. 1 or better pursuant to the Florida Department of Agriculture
Grades and Standards for Nursery Plants, which is incorporated herein as reference.
(B) Installed trees and plants shall be grouped together into landscape plant zones according to water and
cultural (soil, climate and light) requirements.
(C) In accordance with the irrigation standards set forth in this part in Section 7.06.02.03 , a maximum of 50
percent of the plant material used, other than trees, may be drought tolerant. Native species, suitable for
growth in the city, should be encouraged. Appendix B of this part, "A Partial List of Native Plant Materials",
which references additional sources, may be used for native plant identification.
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() All landscaping shall be installed in accordance with industry accepted landscape practices.
(Ei Beforeny development activity begins, a Tree Removal Per it shall be required and a Protective Barrier shall
be erected by the developer around ail Reeuiatd Trees within and ad`acent to the ro'ect area i.e.aortion
paf roLaerty be' irnfracted and if the adiacent proDerty owner consent, ff site eeulated Trees wit in
twent -five 25 feet of the roperty line. and other rotected envirtan ental areas durinr, site cierinp~ to
create a rpatetive radius and shall remain `sn lace until land alteration site clearing and construction
activities are cornolete. The Protective Barrier shall remain until such time as th y are authorized to be
removed by, City Staff or until the issuance of a final Certificate of Occuraancv. A fine of up to 250,00 ,per day
shall be assessed to the ro ert owner and ear contractor of record for trees without a Protective Barrier or
when existin Protective Barriers have been knocked down or remove or when unauthorized aerspans
materials vehicles ore u_ fac meet have encroa he or have been laced within the Protective Barrier,
Tree protection during develpa ament:
(1). arkin d Barriers. Prior to clearing or grubbing of land or the removal of any tree the ara licant shall
clean ark all trees for which Tree Removal ermits are re uested and shall erect barriers around trees to
be retained ria o to the onset of construction to create a protected zone.
LZ1 The tree protection zone shall extend from the tree trunk to then ri line paver ervio s surfaces
(i.,, excludirl roadways, driveways, etc)_
(FH) Existing plant material may be used to meet the buffering and landscaping requirements of this section
provided there is no reduction in the required percentage of landscaped area or reduction in the number of
required trees or shrubs. If existing plant materials are retained, the following standards shall apply:
(1) All new development shall retain existing plant materials to the maximum extent possible unless storm
water management design, necessary grade changes, required infrastructure or approved construction
footprints necessitate their removal. Areas of retained plant materials may be preserved in their
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entirety with all trees, understory and groundcover left intact and undisturbed provided that
prohibited plant materials as identified in Appendix D, which may be amended from time to time by
the city, are removed; and
(2) The protection of existing plant materials shall conform to the tree protection detail found in Appendix
E of the ordinance codified herein.
(I) All height requirements shall be based on the finished grade of the landscaped area.
(I) New plant material shall meet the following criteria:
(1) All shade trees used to satisfy landscaping requirements shall have a minimum t four 4 -inch
caliper trunk, shall be containerized or shall be a transplant using a tree spade and shall be a minimum
of ten feet in height at the time of installation. All required shade trees shall be a species having an
average mature spread of greater than 20 feet when grown in the city. Where interference with
overhead utility lines is probable, understory trees shall be planted with a maximum spacing of 20 feet
on center (see Appendix D for trees to be planted under power lines);
(2) All proposed multi -trunk trees shall have no less than three trunks and no less than one inch caliper
size per trunk and shall be a minimum of six feet in height at the time of installation;
(3) Palm trees may be substituted for shade trees at a rate of three palm trees, grouped together, per one
shade tree. Palm trees may be substituted for up to 30 percent of the required shade trees. Palms must
have a minimum of ten feet of clear trunk at the time of installation. Note that palm trees may not be
substituted for shade trees in case of Grand Tree mitgation:
f4) For develo r ents greater than one acre in size no ones ecieis shall make u more than Sol percent of all
trees and no more than 30 percent of all other talent materslsexciudin = turf, rass
(4) When used as a hedge, shrubs, grown in two -gallon containers, shall be a minimum of 18 inches in
height at the time of installation. Shrubs shall be spaced a maximum of 36 inches on center. Where
required to visually screen, evergreen shrubs shall be planted in staggered double rows and maintained
so as to form a continuous, unbroken, solid visual screen within one year from the time of planting;
(6) Ground cover shall be installed to provide a finished appearance and adequate coverage within 90
days, so as to suppress fugitive dust; and
(Z) Sod shall be used in lieu of seeding for grassed areas. The acceptable sod types are Bahia for retention
areas and St. Augustine (i.e. Flortam, Seville and the like) for all other grassed areas.
(t) Mulch shall be used in conjunction with living plant materials so as to cover exposed soil. Mulch shall be
installed to a minimum depth of three inches. Mulch type should be specified on the plans. The mulch should
not be placed directly against the plant stem or tree trunk. Mulch shall not be required for annual beds.
Stone or gravel may be used to cover a maximum of 20 percent of the landscaped area.
(J!.) All required landscape materials shall be installed using planting soil of a type appropriate to the individual
plant material and the soil conditions in which the planting is occurring. Soil amendments based upon the
recommendation of the soil analysis report are required prior to installation of any landscape materials.
Proof of soil amendments necessary to provide adequate soil growing medium shall be provided in booklet
format as a part of the submitted plans.
(1(M) No one plant species of trees, shrubs or groundcover, excluding turf grass, shall constitute more than 50
percent of any landscape plan.
(i(N) All portions of a parcel upon which development has commenced, but not continued for a period of 30 days
shall be planted with a temporary grass species or ground cover to prevent erosion and enhance soil
stabilization. Adequate coverage to suppress fugitive dust shall be achieved within 45 days.
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( Due to occasional lent avail flit roblerrss a roved landsca plans may require minor revisions. Minor
revisions to plaritinF.�f laps can be submitted for staff -level review if there is no reduction in the unlit of
plant material or no significant change in size or location of plant materials and if the revised plant material
are of the same general category i.e. shade ornarnentai car ester teen trees! and have the carne general
design characteristics (i.. , ature height, crown spread as the materials bein re laced. Revised pifl.
material mst also be corn atible with the area to ensure healthy treegrowth.
LR! !f these criteria are nc t fulfilled changes to fi e ,anent pl r racist t resubmitted and revie ed ,a
C) revised landsapiara that de icts the ro Deed plant substitutions with su ortin test e lainin the
need for the chars se in lent material and a list oft e original plant material and thejsro o ed,plant
substitutions will be submitted for review by staff, While a special exception will not be required for minor
revisions, staff reserves the right to re uire a special exception should they determines the proposed
changes warrant it.
Ord. 22-05 eased 643-2005° Ord. 1368-1g eased -27- t 18
, 70602.03 ltrigatk,n desnstandards,
The following irrigation standards shah a a l to all new develo ment including residential jsirsgle-fa it y
two Tamil and rriulti Tamil co rnercial intit tional and industrial development; and where significant
rehabilitation ater) of an existing landsca e ia�rrii ation s stem will be conducted. In addition to the
standards of this subsection the requirements of Sectit n 156,30-15636. Florida Water Smart Certification
Recaired< of the Code of Ordinances shall be applicable to all residentiaL commercial and institutional
development. Where ire conflict the more restrictive shall apply. The following irrigation standards shall ap lyto
all new evelor rnent, incluirs residents I corrsrrsercial stitutiorial and industrial develo stet and where
s gnificant rehabilitation (50% orRreater), of an e istin landsca e irri atiran s stern will be conducted. In addition
to these:
(A In prcaurad irri anon s sterns shall be utilized for new develo rrs nt ineludin commercial develsa rnent and
single and multi farnil+ 4cats. Irri anon shall e japvided for all roposed landscape material,
(B) The Florida Irrigation Soviet FIS standards which are incrarraorated jrib reterence, should be used for
ali irrigation des, i,gn and installation prpceduresr ecew ere the rev uirernents of this part supersede the
FIS standards.
)C) An irrigation site plantdrawn at a readable scale shall be submitted `illu trans , ,,the iprcataosed irrip ti ra
zones3_delinatin rrjcro-irrigation zones and areas utilizill other irrigation techniques. The plan should
indicate the irrii atg� ior� water socsrce_is_ tirrrsent gait newly irrigated lnsca e are turf areas shall
not be required t€x s%rrsit an irrit;atiora €elan.
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L2... Where available„ reclaimed wastewater shall be used for landsca e irri anon and shall comraly with the
requirements of this section.
The irrition s stern shall be deli redo aCcornrnodate se ante landsca e last zones based on dffeg
water re uireents. Turf areas shall e an separate rrrrtEan zones from other landscaaelant zones.
All irrrrjatio systems shall e deli gned to avoid ova s sra runoff or other sirrsilar conditions w ere water
flows onto or over ad"acent ro ert non-Irri ated areas walkways, roadways, structures or water features,
Narrow areas (four feet wide or less shall e irrigated with micro-irri anon onl
The irri anon s stern shall e maintained and mane ed to ensure efficient water use and to prevent wasteful
radices. These include but are not limited to resett ng the automatic controller accorin to season
cleanin. irri aticrn filters testing the rain and wind sensors monitorng, adiustin and recairing the irriatian
e ui vent p ensure the efficient of the s stern is maintained re lenishin rrfulc utilizin turf and
landsca e best management practices including, alant ru in and Cutting rass around sprinkler heads,
Are istered landsca e architect or at on contractor shall conduct a final field ins action of the irri. ation
temAcertificate of corn Hance with there uirernents of this article she be rovided to the city and the
ro art+ owner and an as j.t"" drawing of the irri anon system shall e rovided to the ro art owner
and tit prior to o taia the certcate of occu ant
Or. 922 passed 613° Ord, IVo. 13442g23)
4 4 2423
. 7m rc�v tutees,
LAJ.Candace ae plens will e si ned and sealed a lansca e architect in con°unction with a site Ian.
Ap roval of the landsca e Ian will egoverned b the rocedures established fora site elan in the
city's Land C7evelo rnent Plan. The tit reserves the ri ht to hold -u the certificate of occupants until
such time as thestejian meets thee s a royal.,
( certificate of corn Hance with the re uireents of this article shall be rovided to the City and the
ra art owner and an ""as built'" drawn of the irri anon s stem shall be provdppj to the prams
pwqrpy prior tai obtainin the certificate of occuoar�c
Thy rra'ect lnsca e architect shall conduct a final field ins action of the landsca e and irri atlon.
certificate of tom Hance with there urrnents of this sectiran shall be provided to the City- and the
ra art owner and an ""as built"" drawin cif the landst e shall e rovided to the ra art owner rior
to abtaininthe certificate of occuaar�c.
f03 The contractor is rescnsili=far overseein the installation and maintenance of required plants per the
aQppcapgfjj and far a one ear uararstee on all re irrpplant rnaterial.if arty required
plant material dies within the two ears the contractor must replace it them.
LE The city and the contractor must meet an site u an Coal letian of the ands�pe nstallation for an
inspection. The contractor must contact the Cit to establish the ins edian time.
{Ord. 922-O5, taassed 6-13-2QJ,5)
Scc
(A1 All lan sca in inclu in these areas located in the Qu liC ri hg t -of -way as a raved throe h carpele
develo rent review recess shall e rriaintine b an emit ether than the tit
The landsca e maintenance Ian and schedule sueas apart of the ordinance will be utilized to direct
the can pin maintenance of the landsca in and irri anon.
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(,�,) clI r c e lar� s app s, ail b rv�airitai € ire a healthy condor in fa r et ity as per the apc ro e
landscape talon.
All installed larsdsca is shall be neat and orderl, ism ,p arance and kept free of refuse debrist disease
pests and weeds and shall be fertilized ars irri atedto rraaiatasrt plJnaheathcondmon.
( On o, in maintenance tra rarevent the establishment of prohibited exotic species is required.
(F} Any alaat materials of an to and kind re aired %v these re ulations shall be replaced within 30 days of
their de ise and/or removal.
Paving, tretia or csa�rerit are aired iaradsca eaf ra irs ors wa that readers it im ervious ss prohibited.,
Fi Parkin of vehicles s all not be errnitted irs re aired larsdsca ed areas.
IjI It shall be the re onsibility of the owner to remove an dead diseased or an eros s trees or shrubs or marts
thereof, which overhang or interfere with traffic control devices or pubVc sidewalks.
III flAllpruning shouldbe accom lisped accordirs to horticultural stand rds. Trees should be pruned only as
necessaytoprogpod health. Trees may be rserio icall tuned or thinned its order to shorten the
lea h of branches aad the load associated with the fcaliage, Priunmg should be focused on the ends of
branches, makmjthe srrsallest diameter cuts to achieers= the runing ob ectiye. All prunirs�shaiE Ise
ac�9ligedy an ISA Certified Arborist, in accordance with the current edition of the ANSI A300 Tree Care
Standards and Ansi A30 est it ana errjet t Practicies aloe with Florida ISA Prursia rescri tiara Pract`scies
and the ANSI 2133 Safety Reetuire eras..
(Ord. 9 22-0S, passed 1 iifi3 )
Sec 706 0206 Spedal excepflort.
(A) special ece tioa to the lar�dsca ue ordinance can be filed when one or more of the following conditions
aoplv
41.i The sites involve space limitations or unusually shaped parcels;
(21 Toprasa y, scan ve etatioa or ether site conditions are such that fall campliance is mQpssible or
i srac (31 Due to a change of use of an eistirsa site there ured
£Pauffer is lamer than can e royi e: arscr
4 Safety considerations are involved.
(H 1 °justification statement'" must be submitted as a part of the serial e re tion request, lrs this statement
the applicant must describe which of the reguirements set forth in the ordinance codified hererin will be met
with odificatisons which r conditions °usti the= use oaf alterrsatiyes and hoar the rsaCssase measures
gas! or exceed normal cosliarscee
LcL The Cif staff will revie+r the s ear[ators and can recommend agroral asp ra pal with conditions car
denial of the Petition to the Planning Directtor, Based upon the recommendation and additional review the,
PlammnDirector will make the final decision on the special e ce tiffs tenon.
922-0 passed -13 20051
c.7.O6O3Xeriscaerines,
It is the intent of this part to assist the town in achieving water conservation t rough pro�e�lant selectiorae
installation and aiatenance ran tices The followiri xerisca e rind les will serve as t e rirrsa eans Cif
achieving water Csajservation:
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ro riate Tannin and desi n•
L itin t if to locations where It res ides functional benefits
Efficient in round irri ation s stes°
LD1 Use of soil amendments to increase the mater o9 in ca tacit of the soil
LEJ flee cat mulches where a .rite;
LFI Use of drought-tolerantlants, and
! ro riate and timel maintenance,
Ord. 922 -OS assed 6-13-2OOS
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10" DBH
$50.00 per inch removed.
Greater than 10" to less than 20" DBH
$100.00 per inch removed.
20" to less than 30" DBH
$125.00 per inch removed.
30" and greater DBH
$150.00 per inch removed.
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,
!J 1RJ1!L MI PVM1P1 1111
Average Number of Trees per
Percentage Allowed to be Removed
Acre of Development (6" in
caliper or larger)
Above 40
50%
20 to 40
30%
10 to 19
10%
Under 10
None, unless the trunk at breast height is within 8 feet of a proposed
structure or improvement such as a road, utility line and the like or if the
developer agrees to replace any trees removed in accordance with the
terms of this part.
Sec. 7.O6.O44,W. Landscape buffering and screening.
(A) The buffering and screening requirements of this section shall apply to all new development except single
and two family lots not part of an approved overall development plan.
(B) All portions of each site, which are not devoted to buildings, sidewalks, paving or special landscape features
shall be grassed.
(C) Buffer types.
Subject Property's District or Use
Adjacent District or Use
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
1
Residential districts
«
B
-C
2
Commercial districts
Ali
A
A
A
A
A
C
3
Professional office districts
AB
A
A
AC
B
A
A
C
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4
Industrial districts
8
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BA
B
8L
CB
G
5
Automotive oriented
C
A
A
A
1
business""
6
BA
BA
8
B
A
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4 -
Pub c ri ht-of-v�ay less than 80wide
7
b right -of- say 80'
C
CA
A
CB
P1kCw
wide or greater
8ea,:r
A
8
8
C
PC
C
A
*Residential develqmanta less than 10 acres in size shall re airs a i
e A buffer. Residential
develo
ments 10
acres in size or rester shall rep airs a i e B Buffer.
*Refer to Section 7.06.04.0.4 for specific re uirements for
automotive
service stations and convenience
stores
it gas oumr�s.
(1) Type A buffer. A ten -foot wide buffer with a single row of shade trees spaced a maximum of &O feet
on center and a continuous row of evergreen shrubs with a minimum height of 24 inches at
installation with a maximum spacing of 36 inches on center.
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(2) Type Bbuffer. A 20 -foot wide buffer planted with two staggered rows of shade trees with a maximum
spacing of 530 feet on center 4Netea Seeh ,maw. ag tie4ew. There is to be 4060 feet between trees in
the same row, but the two rows are to be staggered such that the second row of trees is to be placed
halfway (0 feet) between the trees of the flrstep row}. A visual screen designed to be 80 percent
opaque within one year and a minimum of six feet in height at installation shall also be provided within
the buffer. The screen may include an opaque fence, wall, hedge, berm or any combination thereof.
Wooden fences shall be prohibited. Walls and fences shall not exceed eight feet in height. Shrubs that
are used to provide a visual screen shall be placed a maximum of five feet on center.
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(43) Type Cbuffer . A 20 -foot wide buffer pplanted with a sin Ie row of shade trees.
4t4Shade trees shall be planted with a maximum spacing of 50 feet on center. Palms may be
substituted for up to 30 percent of the required shade trees and shall be planted in clusters with
a minimum of three palms per cluster with a maximum spacing of eight feet on center. A
maximum distance of 50 feet shall be maintained between all types of tree plantings. The
remainder of the buffer shall be landscaped with shrubs, at a minimum rate of five shrubs per
tree or palms, ground cover and sod.
(ac) No more than 50 percent of the required landscape area may be grassed, with the balance shall
be landscaped in shrubs and ground covers. Note: This requirement will be reviewed on a case by
case basis and a special exception can be submitted for those sites that cannot meet this
requirement.
(bd) A masonry wall, Ae o e e€ebetween 4 feet and 8eigh feet in height, or a berms between 2
feet and 8 feet shall be located within a required Type buffer to
separate from an arterial or collector road. Landscaping shall be
provided along the right-of-way side closest to the wall. Shrubs shall be planted at a minimum
rate of 40 shrubs for every 100 lineal feet of wall or fraction thereof. The shrubs may be planted
in groupings or in a row. Where possible, sidewalks located adjacent to the masonry wall shall be
separated from the masonry wall by a single row of trees, spaced 50 feet on center. The trees
shall be planted to provide shade along the sidewalk. Palms may be substituted for trees at a rate
of three palm trees, grouped together, per one tree. Palms may be substituted for up to 30
percent of the required trees. Vines and groundcover may also be incorporated into the
landscaping. It is not the intent of this requirement to obscure from view decorative elements
such as emblems, tile molding and wrought iron.
(5) Automotive service stations and convenience stores. with gas pumps buffer. Automotive service stations
and convenience stores with gas pumps shall be buffered from surrounding uses.
;(a A landscape buffer, a minimum of 15 feet in width, shall be required between the public
right-of-way and the development project.
&-,(,Shade trees shall be planted in a single row with a maximum spacing of 50 feet on center.
Palms may be substituted for up to 30 percent of the required shade trees and shall be
planted in clusters with a minimum of three palms per cluster with a maximum spacing of
eight feet on center. A maximum of 50 feet shall be maintained between all types of tree
clusters.
Uc All portions of each site, which are not devoted to buildings, sidewalks, paving or special
landscape features, shall be sodded. However, no more than 50 percent of the required
landscape area may be sodded, the balance shall be landscaped in shrubs and ground
covers.
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4-f( Refer to division (C) of this section for all buffering requirements from adjacent property.
(56) Vehicular use area (VUA). Ailporkinglot and vehicular use areas well be buliered to other uses with a
��s� C° btu ` er alon the ersrneterw
The landscape requirements for the VUA consist of one
landscaped island per a maximum of ten parking spaces. Each island is to be 10eg1t feet wide by 20
feet Tong (back of curb to back oki and will contain one shade tree with either shrubs or ground
cover beneath the tree. The mini um island size is exclusive of ii ,htoles utilities�ydrants, etc. if
these Noes of items are in the islands t City should have a roivisior to increase the width oft e
island as well.
VUA that re uire arkin e ual to or greater than 3 spaces shall be required to meek tteollwi
standards:
a Placement of a 5 foot inimu width concrete sidewalk alon both sides of all drive aisles or access
roads that do not have parking spaces on them.
tbiPlacemeoipfasfaotmmimum width concrete sidewalk alon at least on side of the drive aisle running
parallel to the front of any build` gs.
tcl Placement of crosswalks across the drive aisle runnine paralparallel to the front of the bull ine at each bullding
entrance to allow for safe edesrian crossir .
L U. No more than 30 sp es (0 spaces for uses that require sire than 200 parking, spaces) shall e part of a
cjfarlv defined croup of s aces, rou s of s aces shall be clearly divided with pedestrian corridors with
a mirumum width of 8 feet.
(Eat) Foundation planting. Foundation plantings are to include onejli understory tree per 20 feet of
building lineal feet and shrubs and ground cover to fill in the remaining foundation planting area. The
minimum um width of foundationjjantng areas shall be 10 feet to accomodate tree Iantin • s.
(2) Sidewalks and the like. Sidewalks and other impervious areas shall not occupy any part of a required A,
B, or C e44 buffer, except when:
(a) Driveways and sidewalks are constructed perpendicular to the buffer and provide direct access to
the parcel or adjacent parcels; and/or
(b) A meandering sidewalk, bike trail or nature trail is provided within the buffer and the buffer
width is increased by the equivalent sidewalk or trail width.
(0) Service function areas. Areas of nonresidential development that are utilized as loading areas or docks,
outdoor storage, trash collection, mechanical equipment, trash compaction, recycling or other service
functions shall be screened and out of view from adjacent properties at ground level and from public
rights -of -way by a masonry wall a minimum of six feet in height. Industrial parks shall be exempt from
the requirements of this section.
(l) Retention areas.
(a) All human -made dry and wet retention areas that are within 20 feet of the public right-of-way or
located within a required buffer shall be landscaped. If the retention area is within 20 feet of a
public right-of-way and runs parallel to the public right-of-way, then a Type D buffer will be used
and a Type A buffer will be used on the remaining sides of the retention area. Retention ponds
may contain special site features, such as fountains and reflecting pools. Existing natural
vegetation may be used in lieu of new plantings.
(b) Retention/detention ponds and swales shall be permitted within a required buffer provided they
are consistent with the following criteria:
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1. Retention/detention ponds and swales shall not exceed 50 percent of the square footage
of any required side, rear or front yard landscape buffer except where existing native
vegetation is retained at natural grade;
2. Retention/detention ponds and swales shall not exceed, at any location within the required
buffer, 70 percent of the required buffer width;
3. To reduce soil erosion and visually soften the edge of the water, trees shall be planted
along the banks of the pond/retention area at a minimum rate of one tree per 50 lineal
feet of pond bank; and
4. The banks of dry retention areas shall be sodded to the pond bottom. Wet retention areas
shall be sodded to the high water line. Bahia grass may be used or planted in
retention/detention areas, drainage areas and wetland setback and mitigation areas.
(c) Storm water retention/detention areas with slopes that require fencing by Southwest Florida
Water Management District requirements shall be enclosed with a transparent six-foot
decorative metal or vinyl coated chain link fence. Unfinished, galvanized chain link fencing shall
not be permitted.
(d) All retention ponds that require fencing will also require a Type A buffer on the outside of the
fence.
(1) Clear site triangles. Where a driveway/accessway intersects a road right-of-way or where two public
road rights -of -way intersect, vegetation, structures and non -vegetative visual screens shall not be
located as to interfere with the clear site triangle, as defined in the city's Land Development Code.
(Ord. 922-05, passed 6-13-2005)
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Sec. 7.06. 06. Enforcement.
(A) The contractor is responsible for overseeing the installation and maintenance of required plants per the
approved landscape plan and for a one year guarantee on all required plant material; if any required plant
material dies within the first year, the contractor must replace it/them.
(B) The city and the contractor must meet on site upon completion of the landscape installation for an
inspection. The contractor must contact the city to establish the inspection time.
(C) The City Inspector has the right to reject the plant material if it does not meet this part and to hold the
certificate of occupancy until all required plants are properly installed to the Inspector's satisfaction.
(D) Failure to replace dead and diseased plants will be a violation of this part.
(Ord. 922-05, passed 6-13-2005)
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Species
Form
Wet
Dry
Salt
Butterfly
Wildlife
Photo
More Info
Tolerance
Tolerance
Tolerance
Plant
Plant
Acacia
TS
D
S
B
L
USF
Institute for
farnesiana sweet
Herbarium
Regional
acacia
Conservation
Acer rubrum red
TL
W
L
USF
US Forest
maple
Herbarium
Service fact
sheet
Acrostichum
FN
W
S
L
USF
Institute for
danaeifolium
Herbarium
Regional
giant leather
Conservation
fern
Adiantum
FN
USF
capillus-veneris
Herbarium
Venus
maidenhair fern
Aletris lutea
WF
W
USF
Institute for
yellow colic -root
Herbarium
Regional
Conservation
Allium
WF
W
USF
canadense wild
Herbarium
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onion, meadow
garlic
Amorpha
SH
W
USF
Institute for
fruticosa false
Herbarium
Regional
indigo -blush,
Conservation
bastard -indigo
Amorpha
WF
USF
herbacea
Herbarium
cluster/spike
indigo -bush
Amsonia ciliata
WF
USF
slimpod,
Herbarium
bluestar, blue
dogbane
Andropogon
GR
W
OF
Institute for
brachystachyus
Herbarium
Regional
short -spike
Conservation
bluestem
Andropogon
GR
W
USF
Institute for
glomeratus
Herbarium
Regional
bushy bluestem
Conservation
Andropogon
GR
W
Institute for
virginicus
Regional
broomsedge
Conservation
bluestem
Apios americana
VN
W
USF
Institute for
American
Herbarium
Regional
groundnut
Conservation
Aralia spinosa
SH
S
B
USF
Dave's
devil's-
Herbarium
Garden
walkingstic k
Arisaema
WF
W
USF
triphyllum jack-
Herbarium
in -the -pulpit
Aristida
GR
W
USF
spiciformis
Herbarium
bottlebrush
grass
Aristida stricta
GR
W
D
USF
Institute for
var. beyrichiana
Herbarium
Regional
wiregrass
Conservation
Asclepias
WF
D
B
USF
humistrata
Herbarium
sandhill
milkweed
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Asclepias
WF
W
B
USF
perennis aquatic
Herbarium
milkweed
Asclepias
WF
D
S
B
USF
Institute for
tuberosa
Herbarium
Regional
butterflyweed
Conservation
Asimina obovata
SH
D
L
USF
Archbold
flag pawpaw
Herbarium
Biological
Station
Asimina pygmea
TS
L
USF
dwarf pawpaw
Herbarium
Asplenium
FN
W
D
USF
platyneuron
Herbarium
ebony
spleenwort
Baccharis
SH
W
D
S
USF
Hernando
halimifolia
Herbarium
Chapter
groundsel bush
Bacopa
GC
W
B
USF
Institute for
caroliniana blue
Herbarium
Regional
waterhyssop
Conservation
Baptisia lecontii
WF
USF
wild indigo
Herbarium
Bejaria
SH
W
D
USF
Institute for
racemosa
Herbarium
Regional
tarflower
Conservation
Berlandiera
WF
D
USF
Institute for
subacaulis
Herbarium
Regional
common
Conservation
greeneyes,
Florida
greeneyes
Blechnum
FN
W
L
USF
Institute for
serrulatum
Herbarium
Regional
swamp fern
Conservation
Boehmeria
WF
W
B
USF
Institute for
cylindrica small-
Herbarium
Regional
spike false-
Conservation
nettle
Callicarpa
SH
W
D
S
L
USF
Hernando
americana
Herbarium
Chapter
beautyberry
Campsis
VN
W
D
S
USF
Floridata.com
radicans
Herbarium
trumpet -vine
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Canna flaccida
WF
W
B
USF
Institute for
golden canna
Herbarium
Regional
Conservation
Carphephorus
WF
D
B
USF
Institute for
corymbosus
Herbarium
Regional
costal -plain
Conservation
chaff head
Carphephorus
WF
W
D
B
USF
odoratissimus
Herbarium
vanilla -plant,
deer's tongue
Carphephorus
WF
W
D
B
USF
Institute for
paniculatus deer
Herbarium
Regional
tongue, hairy
Conservation
trilisa
Carpinus
TS
W
L
USF
US Forest
caroliniana
Herbarium
Service fact
hornbeam
sheet
Celtis laevigata
TL
W
B
USF
Institute for
hackberry,
Herbarium
Regional
sugarberry
Conservation
Cephalanthus
SH
W
B
USF
Institute for
occidentalis
Herbarium
Regional
butttonbush
Conservation
Cercis
TS
D
B
USF
US Forest
canadensis
Herbarium
Service fact
redbud
sheet
Chamaecrista
WF
D
B
L
USF
Institute for
fasciculata
Herbarium
Regional
sleeping plant,
Conservation
partridge -pea
Chiococca alba
SH
W
D
S
USF
Institute for
snowberry
Herbarium
Regional
Conservation
Chionanthus
TS
W
L
USF
US Forest
virginicus fringe
Herbarium
Service fact
tree
sheet
Chrysopsis
WF
D
S
USF
gossypina hairy
Herbarium
goldenaster
Chrysopsis
WF
D
S
USF
Institute for
scabrella rough-
Herbarium
Regional
leaf goldenaster
Conservation
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Chrysopsis
WF
D
S
USF
subulata leafy
Herbarium
goldenaster
Cladium
GR
W
S
USF
Institute for
jamaicense saw-
Herbarium
Regional
grass
Conservation
Clematis
WF
W
USF
Institute for
baldwinii pine-
Herbarium
Regional
hyacinth
Conservation
Clematis
WF
USF
catesbyana
Herbarium
virgin's -bower
Clematis
VN
USF
virginiana
Herbarium
Virginia virgin's -
bower
Commelina
WF
D
USF
Institute for
erecta sandhill
Herbarium
Regional
dayflower
Conservation
Conocarpus
TS
W
D
S
USF
Institute for
erectus
Herbarium
Regional
buttonwood
Conservation
Conoclinium
WF
W
B
USF
Institute for
coelestinum
Herbarium
Regional
mistflower
Conservation
Coreopsis
WF
W
USF
floridana Florida
Herbarium
tickseed
Coreopsis
WF
W
B
USF
Institute for
leavenworthii
Herbarium
Regional
Leavenworth's
Conservation
tickseed
Cornus florida
TS
W
D
L
USF
OF Extention
flowering
Herbarium
Service (EDIS)
dogwood
Cornus foemina
TS
W
B
L
USF
Institute for
stiff cornel,
Herbarium
Regional
swamp
Conservation
dogwood
Crataegus
TS
W
L
USF
marshallii
Herbarium
parsley
hawthorn
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Crinum
WF
W
S
USF
Institute for
americanum
Herbarium
Regional
string lily,
Conservation
swamp lily
Dalea carnea
WF
W
D
B
USF
Institute for
hammock
Herbarium
Regional
prairie -clover
Conservation
Dalea feayi
WF
D
B
USF
prairie -clover
Herbarium
Dalea pinnata
WF
D
B
USF
summer farewell
Herbarium
Diospyros
TS
W
D
L
USF
Institute for
virginiana
Herbarium
Regional
persimmon
Conservation
Doellingeria
WF
USF
reticulata white-
Herbarium
top aster
Dryopteris
FN
W
USF
ludoviciana
Herbarium
southern wood
fern
Dyschoriste
GC
W
D
B
USF
Institute for
oblongifolia
Herbarium
Regional
twinflower,
Conservation
oblongleaf
twinflower
Eragrostis
GR
W
D
S
L
Institute for
elliottii Elliott's
Regional
lovegrass
Conservation
Eragrostis
GR
W
D
L
USF
Hernando
spectabilis
Herbarium
Chapter
purple lovegrass
Erigonum
WF
D
B
USF
tomentosum
Herbarium
wild buckwheat
Eryngium
WF
W
USF
Institute for
yuccifolium
Herbarium
Regional
button
Conservation
snakeroot
Erythrina
SH
D
S
B
L
USF
Hernando
herbacea
Herbarium
Chapter
coralbean,
Cherokee bean
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Eugenia axillaris
SH
D
S
USF
Institute for
white stopper
Herbarium
Regional
Conservation
Euonymus
SH
W
USF
Floridata.com
americanus
Herbarium
American
strawberry -
blush
Eustoma
WF
W
S
USF
Institute for
exaltatum
Herbarium
Regional
seaside gentian
Conservation
Flaveria linearis
WF
W
D
S
B
USF
Institute for
yellowtop
Herbarium
Regional
Conservation
Forestiera
SH
W
D
S
B
L
USF
Institute for
segregata
Herbarium
Regional
Florida privet
Conservation
Fraxinus
TS
W
B
USF
Institute for
caroliniana
Herbarium
Regional
water ash
Conservation
Gaillardia
WF
D
S
B
USF
pulchella
Herbarium
blanket -flower,
gaillardia
Gaberia
SH
D
S
B
L
USF
heterophylla
Herbarium
garberia
Gelsemium
VN
W
D
B
USF
sempervirens
Herbarium
yellow jesamine,
Carolina
jasamine
Gordonia
TL
W
L
USF
Institute for
lasianthus
Herbarium
Regional
loblolly -bay
Conservation
Habenaria
WF
W
USF
Orchid Web
repens water-
Herbarium
spider rein
orchid
Helenium
WF
W
USF
amarum pasture
Herbarium
sneezeweed
Helenium
WF
W
D
USF
flexuosum
Herbarium
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winged
sneezeweed
Helenium
WF
W
USF
Institute for
pinnatifidum
Herbarium
Regional
southeastern
Conservation
sneezeweed
Helianthus
WF
W
B
L
USF
angustifolius
Herbarium
swamp
sunflower;
narrow -leaved
sunflower
Heliotropium
WF
W
S
B
USF
curassavicum
Herbarium
seaside
heliotrope
Heliotropium
WF
W
D
S
B
USF
Institute for
polyphyllum
Herbarium
Regional
pineland
Conservation
heliotrope
Hibiscus
WF
W
L
USF
Floridata.com
coccineus scarlet
Herbarium
hibiscus
Hypericum
SH
W
S
USF
Institute for
brachyphyllum
Herbarium
Regional
coastalplain St.
Conservation
John's -wort
Hypericum
WF
W
D
USF
Institute for
hypericoides St.
Herbarium
Regional
Andrew's -cross
Conservation
Hypericum
WF
W
USF
Institute for
myrtifolium
Herbarium
Regional
myrtle -leaf St.
Conservation
John's -wort
Hypericum
WF
D
USF
Institute for
reductum
Herbarium
Regional
matted
Conservation
sandweed
Hypericum
WF
W
USF
Institute for
tetrapetalum
Herbarium
Regional
four -petal St.
Conservation
Peter's -wort
Ilex ambigua
TS
D
L
USF
Carolina holly,
Herbarium
sand holly
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Ilex cassine
TS
W
D
B
L
USF
Institute for
dahoon holly
Herbarium
Regional
Conservation
Ilex glabra
SH
W
D
S
L
USF
Institute for
inkberry,
Herbarium
Regional
gallberry
Conservation
Ilex opaca
TL
D
L
USF
US Forest
American holly
Herbarium
Service fact
sheet
Ilexvomitoria
TS
W
D
S
L
USF
FDEP
yaupon holly
Herbarium
Ipomoea
VN
W
USF
cordatotriloba
Herbarium
tievine
Ipomoea
VN
D
B
USF
Institute for
hederifolia
Herbarium
Regional
scarlet
Conservation
morningglory
Ipomoea
VN
D
S
USF
Institute for
imperati beach
Herbarium
Regional
morningglory
Conservation
Ipomoea
GC
D
S
USF
Institute for
pescaprae
Herbarium
Regional
subsp.
Conservation
brasiliensis
railroadvine,
lavender
goatfoot
morning-glory
Ipomoea
VN
W
USF
Institute for
sagittata glades
Herbarium
Regional
morning-glory
Conservation
Ipomopsis rubra
VN
D
USF
standing -cypress
Herbarium
Iris hexagona
WF
W
USF
Institute for
prairie iris
Herbarium
Regional
Conservation
Itea virginica
SH
W
USF
Institute for
Virginia -willow
Herbarium
Regional
Conservation
Iva frutescens
WF
W
D
S
USF
Institute for
bigleaf marsh-
Herbarium
Regional
elder
Conservation
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Juncus effusus
GR
W
S
USF
Institute for
soft rush
Herbarium
Regional
Conservation
Juniperus
TL
D
S
L
USF
Institute for
virginiana
Herbarium
Regional
eastern red
Conservation
cedar
Justicia angus
WF
W
USF
Institute for
Everglades
Herbarium
Regional
water -willow,
Conservation
pineland water -
willow
Kosteletzkya
SH
W
USF
Institute for
virginica
Herbarium
Regional
saltmarsh
Conservation
mallow
Lachnanthes
WF
W
D
B
USF
Institute for
caroliana
Herbarium
Regional
redroot
Conservation
Laguncularia
TS
W
S
USF
Institute for
racemosa white
Herbarium
Regional
mangorve
Conservation
Liatris elegans
WF
D
B
USF
blazing -star
Herbarium
Liatris garberi
WF
W
D
B
USF
Institute for
Garber's blazing-
Herbarium
Regional
star
Conservation
Liatris gracilis
WF
W
B
USF
Institute for
slender blazing-
Herbarium
Regional
star
Conservation
Liatris
WF
B
graminifolia
blazing -star
Liatris pauciflora
WF
D
B
USF
blazing -star
Herbarium
Liatris spicata
WF
W
D
B
USF
Institute for
spiked blazing-
Herbarium
Regional
star
Conservation
Liatris tenuifolia
WF
D
B
USF
Institute for
blazing -star
Herbarium
Regional
Conservation
Licania michauxii
GC
D
S
B
L
USF
Hernando
gopher -apple
Herbarium
Chapter
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Lilium catesbaei
WF
W
USF
Institute for
pine lily
Herbarium
Regional
Conservation
Liquidambar
TL
W
D
USF
US Forest
styraciflua
Herbarium
Service fact
sweetgum
sheet
Liriodendron
TL
W
USF
US Forest
tulipifera tulip-
Herbarium
Service fact
tree, yellow-
sheet
poplar
Lobelia
WF
W
B
L
USF
Floridata.com
cardinalis
Herbarium
cardinal flower
Lonicera
VN
D
B
L
USF
sempervirens
Herbarium
coral
honeysuckle
Lupinus diffusus
WF
D
S
B
USF
sky blue lupine
Herbarium
Lycium
SH
W
D
S
USF
Hernando
carolinianum
Herbarium
Chapter
Christmasberry
Lyonia
SH
D
B
L
USF
ferruginea rusty
Herbarium
lyonia
Lyonia lucida
SH
W
D
S
L
USF
Institute for
fetterbush, shiny
Herbarium
Regional
lyonia
Conservation
Lythrum alatum
WF
W
USF
var. lanceolatum
Herbarium
loosestrife
Magnolia
TL
D
L
USF
US Forest
grandiflora
Herbarium
Service fact
southern
sheet
magnolia
Magnolia
TL
W
B
L
USF
Institute for
virginiana
Herbarium
Regional
sweet -bay
Conservation
Melanthera
WF
W
B
USF
Institute for
nivea snow
Herbarium
Regional
squarestem
Conservation
Mimosa
GC
W
D
B
USF
strigillosa
Herbarium
herbaceous
mimosa
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Mitchella repens
GC
W
D
L
USF
Connecticut
partridge berry
Herbarium
Botanical
Society
Monarda
WF
D
S
B
L
USF
Institute for
punctata dotted
Herbarium
Regional
horsemint
Conservation
Morus rubra red
TL
W
L
USF
Hernando
mulberry
Herbarium
Chapter
Muhlenbergia
GR
W
D
S
L
USF
Institute for
capillaris
Herbarium
Regional
hairgrass
Conservation
Myrica cerifera
SH
W
D
S
B
L
USF
Hernando
wax myrtle
Herbarium
Chapter
Nephrolepis
FN
W
USF
Floridata.com
exaltata wild
Herbarium
Boston fern
Nupharadvena
AQ
A
USF
cowlily,
Herbarium
spatterdock
Nymphaea
AQ
A
USF
mexicana yellow
Herbarium
water -lily
Nymphaea
AQ
A
USF
Floridata.com
odorata white
Herbarium
water -lily
Nymphoides
AQ
A
USF
aquatica floating
Herbarium
hearts
Oplismenus
GR
USF
hirtellus bristle
Herbarium
basketgrass
Opuntia
WF
D
USF
Institute for
humifusa
Herbarium
Regional
prickly -pear
Conservation
cactus
Opuntia stricta
WF
D
S
USF
erect prickly-
Herbarium
pear cactus
Osmunda
FN
W
L
USF
cinnamomea
Herbarium
cinnamon fern
Osmunda regalis
FN
W
L
USF
var. spectabilis
Herbarium
royal fern
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Palafoxia feayi
SH
D
USF
palafox
Herbarium
palafoxia
WF
D
USF
integrifolia
Herbarium
many -wings
Parthenocissus
VN
W
D
USF
Institute for
quinquefolia
Herbarium
Regional
woodbine,
Conservation
Virginia creeper
Paspalum
GR
W
D
OF - info
vaginatum
seashore
paspalum
Passiflora
VN
D
S
B
L
USF
Hernando
incarnata
Herbarium
Chapter
passion vine
Passiflora
VN
D
S
B
L
USF
Hernando
suberosa corky
Herbarium
Chapter
passion -flower
Peltandra
AQ
A
USF
virginica green
Herbarium
arum
Penstemon
WF
D
B
USF
multiflorus
Herbarium
mayflower
beardtongue
Persea borbonia
TL
W
D
S
B
L
USF
US Forest
red bay
Herbarium
Service fact
sheet
Persea humilis
TS
D
S
B
L
USF
scrub bay
Herbarium
Persea palustris
TS
W
B
L
USF
swamp bay
Herbarium
Phoebanthus
WF
D
B
USF
grandiflorus
Herbarium
phoebanthus
Photinia pyrifolia
SH
W
USF
red chokeberry
Herbarium
Phyla nodiflora
GC
W
D
S
B
USF
frogfruit
Herbarium
Piloblephis
WF
D
B
USF
rigida
Herbarium
pennyroyal
Pinus clausa
TL
D
S
L
USF
Hernando
sand pine
Herbarium
Chapter
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Pinus elliottii
TL
W
D
S
L
Biological
Hernando
slash pine
Research
Chapter
Assoc.
Pinus palustris
TL
D
B
L
USF
Hernando
longleaf pine
Herbarium
Chapter
Pityopsis
WF
D
B
USF
graminifolia silk-
Herbarium
grass
Poinsettia
WF
D
USF
cyathophora
Herbarium
painted -leaf
Pontederia
AQ
A
B
L
USF
Hernando
cordata
Herbarium
Chapter
pickerelweed
Prunus
TS
D
B
L
USF
US Forest
caroliniana
Herbarium
Service fact
cherry -laurel,
sheet
laurel cherry
Prunus serotina
TL
D
B
L
USF
US Forest
black cherry
Herbarium
Service fact
sheet
Prunus
TS
D
B
L
USF
umbellata hog
Herbarium
plum, flatwoods
plum
Psychotria
SH
W
D
S
B
L
USF
Institute for
nervosa shiny-
Herbarium
Regional
leaf wild -coffee
Conservation
Psychotria
SH
W
L
USF
suizeri dull -leaf
Herbarium
wild -coffee
Ptelea trifoliata
TS
D
USF
US Forest
water -shed,
Herbarium
Service fact
wafer -ash
sheet
Pteridium
FN
D
S
USF
aquilinum
Herbarium
bracken fern
Quercus
TS
D
S
L
USF
champanii
Herbarium
Chapman's oak
Quercus
TS
D
S
L
USF
NC State
geminata sand
Herbarium
University
live oak
Quercus incana
TL
D
L
USF
bluejack oak
Herbarium
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Quercus laevis
TL
D
L
USF
turkey oak
Herbarium
Quercus
TL
W
S
A
L
USF
OF Extention
laurifolia laurel
Herbarium
Service (EDIS)
oak
Quercus
TL
S
L
USF
Floridata.com
michauxii basket
Herbarium
oak, swamp
chestnut oak,
cow oak
Quercus
TS
D
L
USF
myrtifolia myrtle
Herbarium
oak
Quercus
TL
S
D
S
B
L
USF
Institute for
virginiana live
Herbarium
Regional
oak
Conservation
Rapanea
SH
S
D
S
USF
Institute for
punctata
Herbarium
Regional
myrsine
Conservation
Rhapidophyllum
SH
S
L
USF
Hernando
hystrix needle
Herbarium
Chapter
palm
Rhexia cubensis
WF
W
USF
meadow -beauty
Herbarium
Rhexia mariana
WF
W
USF
pale meadow-
Herbarium
beauty
Rhizophora
TS
W
S
USF
mangle red
Herbarium
mangrove
Rhus copallinum
SH
D
USF
US Forest
winged sumac
Herbarium
service act
sheet
Rhynchospora
WF
W
USF
Institute for
colorata fineleaf
Herbarium
Regional
whitetop sedge
Conservation
Rivina humilis
SH
D
S
B
L
USF
Institute for
rouge plant
Herbarium
Regional
Conservation
Rudbeckia hirta
WF
L
USF
blackeyed-susan
Herbarium
Ruellia
WF
W
D
B
USF
caroliniensis
Herbarium
Carolina
wildpetunia
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Sabal minor
SH
W
S
L
USF
Hernando
dwarf palmetto
Herbarium
Chapter
Sabal palmetto
TL
W
D
L
USF
Hernando
cabbage palm
Herbarium
Chapter
Sabatia
WF
W
S
USF
bartramii
Herbarium
Ba rtra m's
marsh -pink
Sagittaria
AQ
A
L
USF
lancifolia lance-
Herbarium
leaved
arrowhead
Sagittaria
AQ
A
L
USF
Connecticut
latifolia wapato,
Herbarium
Botanical
common
Society
arrowhead
Salvia coccinea
WF
D
S
B
USF
Floridata.com
scarlet sage,
Herbarium
tropical sage
Salvia lyrata
WF
W
D
B
USF
Floridata.com
lyre -leaved sage
Herbarium
Sambucus nigra
SH
W
L
USF
Institute for
var. canadensis
Herbarium
Regional
elderberry
Conservation
Sapindus
SH
D
S
USF
saponaria
Herbarium
wingleaf
soapberry
Saururus
AQ
W
USF
cernuus lizard's-
Herbarium
tail
Scirpus
GR
W
L
USF
cyperinus
Herbarium
woolgrass
Scutellaria
WF
W
USF
integrifolia
Herbarium
rough skullcap
Senna ligustrina
SH
W
D
B
USF
privet senna
Herbarium
Serenoa repens
SH
W
D
S
B
L
USF
Hernando
saw palmetto
Herbarium
Chapter
Sesuvium
GC
W
S
USF
portulacastrum
Herbarium
sea -purslane
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Sideroxylon
TS
W
D
S
L
USF
Palmetto
reclinatum
Herbarium
Article - C.
smooth
Hugel
buckthorn
Sideroxylon
TS
D
S
L
USF
Palmetto
tenax buckthorn
Herbarium
Article - C.
Hugel
Silphium
WF
D
USF
asterisus starry
Herbarium
rosinweed
Silphium
WF
D
USF
compositum
Herbarium
kidneyleaf
rosinweed
Sisyrinchium
GC
W
D
S
B
USF
angustifolium
Herbarium
pointed blue-
eyed -grass
Solidago
WF
W
S
B
USF
fistulosa hollow
Herbarium
goldenrod
Solidago odora
WF
W
B
USF
var. chapmanii
Herbarium
sweet goldenrod
Solidago
WF
W
D
S
B
USF
sempervirens
Herbarium
seaside
goldenrod
Sophora
SH
W
D
S
B
L
USF
tomentosa var.
Herbarium
truncata yellow
necklacepod
Sorghastrum
GR
W
D
S
USF
secundum
Herbarium
lopsided
Indiangrass
Spartina
GR
W
D
S
L
USF
alterniflora
Herbarium
saltmarsh
cordgrass
Spartina bakeri
GR
W
S
L
USF
sand cordgrass
Herbarium
Spartina patens
GR
W
S
L
marshhay
cordgrass
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Sporobolus
GR
D
junceus
pineywoods
dropseed
Symphyotrichum
WF
B
USF
Institute for
adnatum
Herbarium
Regional
scaleleaf aster
Conservation
Symphyotrichum
VN
W
B
USF
Institute for
carolinianum
Herbarium
Regional
climbing aster
Conservation
Symphyotrichum
WF
W
USF
dumosum bush
Herbarium
aster
Symphyotrichum
WF
W
B
USF
Institute for
elliottii Elliott's
Herbarium
Regional
aster
Conservation
Taxodium
TL
W
D
S
L
Biological
US Forest
ascendens pond
Research
Service fact
cypress
Assoc.
sheet
Taxodium
TL
W
D
L
USF
US Forest
distichum bald
Herbarium
Service fact
cypress
sheet
Teucrium
WF
W
S
USF
canadense
Herbarium
wood -sage
Thalia geniculata
AQ
A
L
USF
alligator flag
Herbarium
Thelypteris
FN
W
L
USF
Institute for
kunthii
Herbarium
Regional
widespread
Conservation
maiden fern
Tilia americana
TL
W
B
USF
US Forest
var. caroliniana
Herbarium
Service fact
American
sheet
basswood
Tradescantia
WF
W
D
USF
ohiensis Ohio
Herbarium
spiderwort
Triadenum
WF
W
USF
virginicum
Herbarium
marsh St. John's -
wort
Trichostema
WF
D
B
USF
Institute for
dichotomum
Herbarium
Regional
forked bluecurls
Conservation
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Tripsacum
GR
W
S
L
USF
Hernando
dactyloides
Herbarium
Chapter
eastern
gamagrass,
Fakahatchee
grass
Ulmus alata
TL
W
D
B
L
Biological
US Forest
winged elm
Research
Service fact
Assoc.
sheet
Ulmus
TL
W
D
B
USF
US Forest
americana
Herbarium
Service fact
American elm
sheet
Uniola
GR
D
S
USF
paniculata sea
Herbarium
oats
Vaccinium
TS
D
S
B
L
USF
arboreum
Herbarium
sparkleberry
Vaccinium
SH
W
L
USF
Hernando
corymbosum
Herbarium
Chapter
highbush
blueberry
Vaccinium
SH
W
D
L
USF
darrowii
Herbarium
Darrow's
blueberry
Vaccinium
SH
D
B
L
USF
myrsinites shiny
Herbarium
blueberry
Vaccinium
SH
L
USF
stamineum
Herbarium
deerberry
Verbena
WF
D
B
USF
tampensis
Herbarium
Tampa vervain
Verbesina
WF
W
D
S
B
USF
virginica
Herbarium
frostweed
Vernonia
WF
D
B
USF
angustifolia
Herbarium
narrow -leaf
ironweed
Vernonia
WF
W
B
USF
gigantea tall
Herbarium
ironweed
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Viburnum
SH
W
USF
Florida DEP
nudum possum
Herbarium
haw
Viburnum
SH
W
D
B
L
USF
Florida DEP
obovatum small
Herbarium
viburnum
Viburnum
SH
USF
Florida DEP
rufidulum
Herbarium
southern black
haw
Viola lanceolata
WF
W
USF
long -leaf violet
Herbarium
Viola sororia
WF
W
USF
violet
Herbarium
Woodwardia
FN
W
L
USF
areolata netted
Herbarium
chain fern
Woodwardia
FN
W
USF
virginica chain
Herbarium
fern
Ximenia
SH
D
S
L
USF
Hernando
americana
Herbarium
Chapter
tallowwood
Yucca
WF
D
S
B
USF
filamentosa
Herbarium
Adam's needle
Zamia pumila
GC
D
S
B
Biological
arrowroot,
Research
coontie
Assoc.
Zanthoxylum
TS
W
D
S
B
L
USF
clava-herculis
Herbarium
Hercules -club
Zanthoxylum
TS
D
S
B
USF
Institute for
fagara wild lime
Herbarium
Regional
Conservation
Zephyranthes
W
USF
atamasca var.
Herbarium
treatiae Treat's
zephyrlily
Zephyranthes
WF
W
D
USF
simpsonii
Herbarium
Simpson's
zephyrlili
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Scientific Name
Common Name
EPPC
Cat.
Gov,
List
Reg.
Dist.
Abrus precatorius
rosary pea
I
C, S
Albizia julibrissin
mimosa, silk tree
I
N, C
Albizia lebbeck
woman's tongue
I
C, S
Ardisia crenata (= A. crenulata)
coral ardisia
I
N, C
Asparagus densiflorus
asparagus -fern
I
C, S
Bauhinia variegata
orchid tree
I
C, S
Bischofia javanica
bischofia
I
C, S
Casuarina equisetifolia
Australian pine
I
P
N, C, S
Casuarina glauca
suckering Australian
pine
I
P
C, S
Cinnamomum camphora
camphor -tree
I
N, C, S
Colocasia esculenta
wild taro
I
N, C, S
Cupaniopsis anacardioides
carrotwood
I
N
C, S
Dioscorea alata
winged yam
I
N
N, C, S
Dioscorea bulbifera
air -potato
I
N
N, C, S
Eichhornia crassipes
water -hyacinth
I
P
N, C, S
Eugenia uniflora
Surinam cherry
I
C, S
Ficus microcarpa (F. nitida and F. retusa var.
nitida misapplied)
laurel fig
I
C, S
Hydrilla verticillata
hydrilla
I
P. U
N, C, S
Hygrophila polysperma
green hygro
I
P, U
N, C, S
Hymenachne amplexicaulis
West Indian marsh
grass
I
C, S
Imperata cylindrica (I. brasiliensis misapplied)
cogon grass
I
N, U
N, C, S
Ipomoea aquatica
waterspinach
I
P, U
C
Jasminum dichotomum
Gold Coast jasmine
I
C, S
Jasminum fluminense
Brazilian jasmine
I
C, S
Lantana camara
lantana, shrub
verbena
I
N, C, S
Ligustrum lucidum
glossy privet
I
N, C
Ligustrum sinense
Chinese privet, hedge
privet
I
N, C, S
Lonicera japonica
Japanese
honeysuckle
I
N, C, S
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Lygodium japonicum
Japanese climbing
fern
I
N
N, C, S
Lygodium microphyllum
Old World climbing
fern
I
N
C, S
Macfadyena unguis-cati
cat's claw vine
I
N, C, S
Melaleuca quinquenervia
melaleuca, paper
bark
I
P, N,
U
C, S
Melia azedarach
Chinaberry
I
N, C, S
Mimosa pigra
catciaw mimosa
I
P, N,
U
C, S
Nephrolepis cordifolia
sword fern
I
N, C, S
Nephrolepis multiflora
Asian sword fern
I
C, S
Paederia foetida
skunk vine
I
N
N, C, S
Panicum repens
torpedo grass
I
N, C, S
Pennisetum purpureum
Napier grass
I
C, S
Pistia stratiotes
waterlettuce
I
P
N, C, S
Psidium cattleianum (=P. littorale)
strawberry guava
I
C, S
Psidium guajava
guava
I
C, S
Pueraria montana (=P. lobata)
kudzu
I
N, U
N, C, S
Rhodomyrtus tomentosa
downy rose -myrtle
I
N
C, S
Ruellia brittoniana (may also be referred to R.
tweediana)
Mexican petunia
I
N, C, S
Sapium sebiferum
popcorn tree,
Chinese tallow tree
I
N
N, C, S
Scaevola sericea (=Scaevola taccada var.
sericea, S. frutescens)
scaevola, half -flower,
beach naupaka
I
C, S
Schefflera actinophylla (=Brassaia
actinophylla)
schefflera,
Queensland umbrella
tree
I
C, S
Schinus terebinthifolius
Brazilian pepper
I
P. N
N, C, S
Senna pendula (=Cassia coluteoides)
climbing cassia,
Christmas cassia,
Christmas senna
I
C, S
Solanum tampicense (=S. houstonii)
wetland night shade,
aquatic soda apple
I
N, U
C, S
Solanum viarum
tropical soda apple
I
N, U
N, C, S
Syngonium podophyllum
arrowhead vine
I
C, S
Syzygium cumini
jambolan, Java plum
I
C, S
Thespesia populnea
seaside mahoe
I
C, S
Tradescantia fluminensis
white -flowered
wandering Jew
I
N, C
Urochloa mutica (= Brachiaria mutica)
Para grass
I
C, S
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Appendix D. Recommended Trees for Power Line Planting
Crepe Myrtle (Lagerstroemia indica)
Bottlebrush (Callistemon spp.)
Jerusalem Thorn (Parkinsonia aculeata)
Wax Myrtle (Myrica cerifera)
Chickasaw Plum (Prunus angustifolia)
Redbud (Cercis canadensis)
Yaupon Holly (Ilex vomitoria)
(Ord. 922-05, passed 6-13-2005)
Appendix E: Tree Protection Detail
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