HomeMy WebLinkAboutBLOOM FILING ONE - PDP210014 - CORRESPONDENCE - ENVIRONMENTAL REPORT
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NHBZ RESTORATION PLANS
In accordance with City of Fort Collins development standards, onsite NHBZ restoration is
planned to create new native grassland habitat by restoring native vegetation. The restoration
areas will be maintained and monitored to make sure the NHBZ restoration is successful.
NHBZ restoration will be accomplished by:
1. Re-grading the restoration areas and eliminating all non-native weed species.
2. NHBZ restoration areas will be graded to create a smoothly contoured topography.
3. Soil amendments will be added as-needed based upon CSU soil test results from soil
sampling post-grading.
4. NHBZ areas will be seeded with the specified native seed mix, mulched or hydromulched.
5. Trees and shrubs listed on the landscape plans will be planted.
Grading and Erosion Control Topographical relief at the NHBZ restoration areas will be
graded to create a natural landscape. Biodegradable and weed-free erosion control fabric,
sediment fencing, and erosion control logs will be installed as needed to contain erosion and
runoff.
Soil Amendments Soil amendments will be based upon a soil sample analysis from CSU from
post-grading soil samples.
Seeding The native seed mix for the NHBZ will be spread at the specified application rates,
then covered with hydromulch or certified weed free straw mulch. The seed mix will also be
spread on side slopes, and at all disturbed NHBZ, access areas, and outfall locations.
Site Management and Maintenance The proposed restoration site management and
maintenance plan will involve monitoring multiple times throughout the growing season, trash
pickup, and noxious weed control. Noxious weeds will be removed from the restoration areas
manually and using herbicides if necessary. The Weed Management Plan will be followed and
adhered to.
Project Success The applicant will be responsible for the success of the restoration plan as
outlined in the NHBZ Monitoring Plan.
Long Term Management Long term maintenance and management planned for the NHBZ
restoration areas will include weed control, vegetation maintenance, and trash removal. The
applicant will be responsible for the long-term management of the NHBZ areas and vegetation
communities.