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10/19/01 11:38 FAX 612 337 5601 DSU, INC. [7]003 <br /> A few additional overstory or evergreen trees are needed on the north side of the building at the <br /> angled junction of the western wing to provide buffering and privacy between the building wings. <br /> A few additional ornamental trees may also be needed at various places along both sides of the <br /> building between and adjacent to the unit decks to frame views and enhance privacy. <br /> A low hedge,shrubs between the angled spaces,perennial strip or an architectural screen is <br /> recommended to separate and buffer the east parking lot from the one-way exit drive. A low <br /> hedge or architectural screen would require a minimum island width(bc to bc)of approximately <br /> six to seven feet to accommodate the bumper overhangs. <br /> 3. Establishing a unified streetscape treatment including planting overstory deciduous trees in <br /> boulevards along Highway 12 and Brown Road N is highly recommended for buffering the <br /> traffic,framing and enhancing adjacent development,defining the pedestrian realm and creating a <br /> more enjoyable and inviting entrance and route through the community. If this project is <br /> developed,it will be important that the issues(utilities,roadway,walks and trails)and <br /> opportunities for beginning the establishment of a unified streetscape be addressed. <br /> General Comments <br /> 1. A north-south cross section that illustrates the building and its relationship to the landform,pond, <br /> Highway 12,remaining woods,proposed landscape buffer and adjacent property to the north <br /> should be provided.This section should be drawn to scale and located where the building is <br /> closest to the northern property boundary. <br /> 2. Planting details should be submitted to the City for review at the appropriate time. <br /> 3. Areas to be seeded,sodded,or left/restored to a natural condition should be indicated on a plan. <br /> 4. The landscape plan notes indicate that an irrigation system will cover all landscaped areas. The <br /> extent and coverage of the irrigation system should be indicated on the plan.Detailed plans should <br /> be submitted to the City for review at the appropriate time. <br /> If you have questions regarding these comments,or if I can be of further assistance,please call me at <br /> 612-339-3300. <br /> DAHLGREN,SHARDLOW,AND UBAN,INC. <br /> Wallace L.Case,ASLA <br /> Landscape Architect/Planner <br />