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Memorandum Bonestmo 2335 Highway 36 W T0: EVELYN TURNER PROJECT: 505 WILLOW DRIVE DATE: 10/17/2008 St.Paul,MN 55113 FROM: JOHN SMYTH CLIENT: CITY OR ORONO Tel 651.636.4600 Fax 651-636-1311 RE: WETLAND BUFFER ORDINANCE 10-14-08 PLAN REIVEW FILE No: 139-08000 www.bonestroo.com Remarks: I have received and reviewed the plan dated October 14, 2008 for 505 Willow Drive and this memo represents an updated memo based on those plans. Buffer Condition and Requirements The plan indicates seeding of the buffer of Wetland B but not the buffer of Wetland A. The years of grazing have impacted the vegetation of the buffer of Wetland A and it should be seeded with the same mix and follow the same establishment and maintenance procedures as the buffer of Wetland B. The proposed seed mix and buffer establishment and maintenance plan meets the requirements of the Wetland Ordinance. Survey Requirements Requirements have been met. Restriction and Covenant for Wetland and Buffer Per Section 18-1611 of the wetland ordinance the owner shall record Restriction and Covenants over the wetland and buffer with the property chain of title. A form with the language for the Restriction and Covenants is available from the City. Wetland Buffer Markers Formal buffer markers are not required for the proposed activity under the Ordinance, however it is recommended that the buffer is marked by the applicant so they can be avoided during native vegetation development and for review during the vegetation establishment period (approx. 2 years). Wetland Water Quality Treatment Requirements A pond has been added along with the buffer. This meets the water quality requirements for the property. Recommendations It is recommended that this application be approved with the condition that Wetland A be seeded with the same mix and follow the same establishment and maintenance procedures as the buffer of Wetland B. An escrow amount for $ 6,000 is recommended to cover the cost of buffer development if not completed by the applicant and compliance checks.