(This document is to be read in conjunction with the Environmental Management Plan for Individual Landowners compiled by Eco Assessments)

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1 Rev 02 19/10/2009 SECTION 1 (This document is to be read in conjunction with the Environmental Management Plan for Individual Landowners compiled by Eco Assessments) 1. RESPONSIBILITIES The responsibilities of the Developer; the LORDS VIEW PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (LVPOA) and Individual landowners towards achieving this objective are set out herein. A joint commitment by the Developer, LVPOA and individual owners is required to ensure the final result portrays a picture of balance, diversity and consistency. 2.1 The Developer Is committed to these guidelines and has undertaken the responsibility of landscaping common areas including all road reserves. 2.2 Lords View Property Owners Association (LVPOA) Will be committed to the on-going maintenance of Landscaped Public areas once handed over by the Developer. As gardening maintenance is included in owners monthly levies, only established areas will be accepted for hand-over by the Lords View Property Owners Association (LVPOA) 2.3 Owners Owners are responsible for developing a private landscape to fit in with the Landscape Design Philosophy, to compliment and enhance the overall visuals and imagery of Lords View Logistics Park. 2. LANDSCAPE DESIGN GUIDELINES All individual landowners of Lords View will be required to adhere to the general landscape guidelines as stipulated in this section. 2.1 GENERAL LANDSCAPE GUIDELINES INTENT: The purpose of the general landscape guidelines is to create an integrated and responsive landscape with emphasis on nature, open space and style that will be unique to Lords View. It will also create sensitivity and harmony between the development and the surrounding areas. The guidelines furthermore aim to preserve and enhance the existing environmental attributes, minimize possible negative impacts whilst at the same time establish a new, dynamic and elegant character to the Park. The overall character of Lords View will mostly draw attention from the existing landscape topography that was created by the previous quarrying activities. Due to the massive intervention of the soil formations and disturbance of the natural habitat, invasive vegetation currently covers most of the terrain. Page 1 of 10

2 The future vision of the landscape for Lords View will use landscape design elements to integrate the current topography with proposed development. Planting of indigenous flora will invite natural life back to the reclaimed quarried land and create functional, attractive and pleasant working environments. In order to control the general landscape development on private property to be a continuation of the landscape design of public spaces as will be established by the developer, the following set of guidelines will apply to every erf (Individual landowner). The integrity of the Open Spaces can only be achieved through the successful integration of the landscape and the architectural components Plant Species: Lords View Logistics Park falls within the area designated as the Rocky Highveld Grassland vegetation type or the recently named Egoli Granite Grassland. Due to the lack of indigenous or endemic vegetation on the site, the developer and individual landowners are urged to reintroduce such species and to remove all exotic species from the site. This will enhance the overall vegetation quality and subsequent ecological value of the land. For this purpose the use of plant species on private property will be controlled as follows: The establishment of an indigenous plant community as per the plant palette is required throughout Lords View. The individual landowners are required to provide as much landscaping as possible on their properties Demarcate trees and plants that need to be protected during construction Do not remove any large trees or protected plant or tree species without the approval of the ECO. The status of any large trees which are not exotic should be established before a decision is made to cut such trees down Remove all exotic trees and vegetation from construction sites No material storage or laydown is permitted under trees The site layout allows for connectivity of natural habitats in between developed areas. Such connectivity should be maintained by limiting the construction of unnatural barriers that will affect rural connectivity No invader species as promulgated by law may be introduced The use of Pennisetum clandestinum lawn is permitted in the private garden areas. Cynodon dactylon lawns should preferably be used. Page 2 of 10

3 The planting of Palm tree species (except for the indigenous Phoenix reclinata) or any other large leafed plant specie with a tropical character will not be permitted in the Park Plant species on private property are to enhance and integrate the character of the adjoining street and or open space landscape Landscape Design: The integration of the landscape design of open spaces and street reserves with that of private property is encouraged. The following measures are to be applied in the landscape design of each erf: Individual landowners are required to enhance and to keep within the framework of species and the landscape character of the public landscape adjoining an erf The landscape layout, in terms of lawn and bed areas, at the interface between public spaces and private property are to be harmoniously integrated The streetscapes in the Estate shall conform to the Landscape Master Plan as drawn up by the Project Landscape Architect. However, should an Individual landowner wish to establish any detailed planting on a sidewalk immediately adjacent to his erf and other than that which must have been provided by the Developer, the Individual landowner may submit detailed plans to the Lords View Property Owners Association for consideration and written approval whereafter the planting may be installed to the terms of the approval. The Lords View Property Owners Association is, however, under no obligation to accept any such proposals and will not be responsible for any costs incurred in preparing such an application. The individual landowner will be responsible for the establishment and maintenance of such an installation to an acceptable standard which will not detract from the general standards of the maintenance of the parks and surrounding areas and as laid down by the Lords View Property Owners Association (LVPOA). Such an installation will be irrigated by the owner utilizing his own water. Under no circumstances will individual landowners be permitted to alter the street tree regime as planned by the Project Landscape Architect. Individual landowners are required to accurately plot planned street trees on their Landscape Site Development Plans (LSDP) submission stage, indicating how the tree/s are integrated into the standard driveway layout. No detailed landscaping of sidewalks will be permitted in the instance where erven or sections of erven abutt the parks or open spaces which have been landscaped by the Developer. Individual landowners may not prune/cut back any trees on the Public Open Spaces or streetscapes of the Park and will approach the Park Manager if any pruning is required. The pruning of trees will be at the discretion of the Park Manager. Page 3 of 10

4 2.1.3 Streetscape Integration: Individual landowners will not be permitted to sink boreholes on their stand/s. Individual landowners are encouraged to install an automated irrigation system in their erf as well as their street frontage which can be fully managed. It is intended that the initial landscape installation in the Park by the Developer will focus on the Main Entrance, the Central Boulevard, the Parks and the Lakes area which will all be a phased development. All streetscapes other than the Boulevard will be landscaped by the erf owner immediately abutting the erf on the basis that the landscaping in these areas may be intensified by the Individual landowners, subject to conditions as set out herein, as part of the landscape establishment and enhancement of their development. No hard landscape/structures other than approved paving will be permitted on the sidewalks. No pedestrian traffic may be impeded on the sidewalks due to landscaping thereof. Similarly, the Park Irrigation System may not be tampered with or altered other than as approved by the Park Manager. Such alterations will be executed by the Park Maintenance Contractor at the expense of the individual landowner. The minimum landscaping of erf street fronts by the erf owners will amount to at least planting of street trees out of 20 litre containers of the specified species and instant lawns of the species as per the Landscape Master Plan drawn up by the Project Landscape Architect. In order to achieve the vision of creating a distinctive and harmonious landscape character and to extend the planting framework, Individual landowners are required to select plants for their development from the recommended plant palette which may be extended from time to time so as to enhance the overall vision and quality of this Park. The minimum requirement for the landscaping of the parking court will include areas of shrubbery, groundcovers and rows of trees at a ratio of 1 tree per three parking bays. Additional soft landscaping in the form of landscaped level changes (using plantable concrete / retaining wall systems) to create the development platforms (e.g. at the boundaries, the provision of grass block areas in the service areas, or feature landscaping around the office building are opportunities which are promoted. In the event where a Highway fronting site is developed both the Highway frontage as well as the access street side is to be landscaped in terms of the guidelines by the individual erf owners. Appropriate landscape design on private property facing any street will result in the desired and seamless integration between the public streetscape and private spaces. It will be controlled as follows: A 2m wide transition zone along the boundary line facing the street will be the area of landscape control. No buildings, walls or structures will be allowed in this zone. Page 4 of 10

5 The landscape design in this zone must comply with the principles of the landscape design approach and planting must comply with the Lords View plant palette Driveways and Parking: Every erf owner will be responsible for the construction of a driveway from the street kerb to the entry of his erf according to the following specification. Driveways are to be maximum 10m wide. Driveway materials are to be a combination of concrete cobbles, (or similar) clay brick paving or interlocking blocks in earthy tones (subject to structural approval by engineer). Walkways in the road reserve, by the Developer take preference and may not be removed and are to be incorporated in the driveway paving. Paved areas must not impede the efficient management of stormwater. Pervious paving materials should be used as far as possible. No asphalt, half bricks, cast pattern impregnated concrete paving etc., will be allowed. Parking areas should be designed as landscaped courts with paving lighting and trees. Clearly demarcated walkways and entrance areas should be provided. A landscaped transition zone of 2,5m wide is required between the parking area and the building façade. Shading structures in parking areas are to be of a cantilevered type. Profiled sheeting or shade netting is permitted. The colour of the sheeting or netting is restricted to off-white, light and dark grey. The design of the shading structures should reflect the design language of the main building Hard Landscape Materials: This clause is subject to following the procedures as set out in Clause The existing landscape and street furniture of the common open spaces and streets has been put in place by the Developer. If any of this is affected by the construction it will have to be reinstated by the landowner at their cost. No adaptation or removal of the landscape infrastructure is permitted without written consent of the Lords View Property Owners Association Individual landowners may install any street furniture (benches, litter bins and bollards) as long as it is well-designed and constructed from quality materials to ensure durability and fits within the general language of the street furniture for the Park Street furniture should be securely anchored to pavement or concrete footings to prevent its relocation. Page 5 of 10

6 Street furniture should be located out of the way of pedestrian circulation, such as near the edge of sidewalks or against buildings. It is desirable to locate street furniture near intersections and waiting areas Parking area lighting fixtures are encouraged; the level and colour of light should be compatible with the neighbouring surroundings Combinations of paving materials are encouraged in order to prevent monotonous colour and texture within one erf Erosion control and Stormwater detention: Due to the level changes that will be found on site, it is required of the Individual landowner to establish engineering solutions for soil protection. It will be controlled as follows: Protect all areas susceptible to erosion and ensure that there is no undue soil erosion resultant from activities within and adjacent to the construction areas Retain natural trees, shrubbery and grass species wherever possible In general, slopes steeper than 1(V): 3(H) or slopes where the soils are by nature dispersive or sandy, must be stabalised. One or more of the following methods may be required: o Topsoil covered with a geotextile and hydroseeded to Landscape Architect s specification with a suitable grass seed mixture. o Logging or stepping (logs placed in continuous lines following the contours). o Earth or rock-pack cut-off berms. o Benches (sand bags). o Packed branches. o Ripping and/or scarifying along the contours. o Stormwater berms. o Gabion structures. o Retaining Block systems Where block walls are used they may not exceed 1200mm in height and the angle may not appear steeper than 70 to allow for planting of retaining blocks. Planting is essential and growth of plants will be insisted upon. All retaining structures of whatever nature are subject to approval by the LVPOA, and to comply with the architectural guidelines Three systems shall be considered to handle stormwater run-off especially those from roads and parking lots. These include: o Porous pavements aimed at reducing peak flows, Page 6 of 10

7 o Grassed swales (broad, shallow channels with a den o Bioretention systems aimed at improving water quality. (See Appendix A of Eco Management Plan for sketches) Soil protection and stormwater measures should be implemented as the vegetation is removed. This will include the replacement of the topsoil layer with its associated seedbank and the regular watering of the surface to promote germination Where needed, grass seed will be supplemented to the existing seedbank to promote an adequate cover Stormwater runoff is to be controlled to avoid soil erosion. All details to be clearly indicated on the building plans. Where channels are required, they shall be constructed of stone, brick or cobble Pre-cast concrete channels will not be allowed Stormwater shall be dispersed in grassed or reeded channels/swales or be allowed to penetrate within detention areas/reed beds before entering dams instead of being piped underground. The concentration of stormwater runoff is to be discouraged Each Individual landowner will be required to submit together with the site development plan, a comprehensive stormwater management plan Plant palette: In order to achieve the vision of creating a distinctive and harmonious landscape character and to extend the planting framework, Individual landowners are required to select plants for their development from the recommended plant list which may be extended from time to time so as to enhance the overall vision and quality of this Park. PLANT PALETTE Trees: (minimum size out of 20 litre containers) Acacia caffra Acacia sieberiana var. woodii Acacia xanthophloea Apodytes dimidiate Combretum krausii Celtis Africana Dovyalis caffra Erythrina lysistemon Acacia karroo Acacia galpinii Aloe var. Combretum erythrophyllum Cussonia paniculata subsp sinuata Dombeya rotundifolia Ekebergia capensis Faidherbia albida Page 7 of 10

8 Ficus ingens var ingens Nuxia congesta Peltophorum africanum Protea caffra subsp caffra Podocarpus latifolius Salix mucronata subs. woodii Widdringtonia nodiflora Kiggelaria Africana Olea europaea subs africana Phoenix reclinata Podocarpus henkelii Rhus lancea Schotia brachypetala Ziziphus mucronata Shrubs, creepers, groundcovers and perennials: (minimum size out of 4 litre containers) Agapanthus nana blue Aloe arborescens Aptenia cordifolia Arctotis hirsute Athanasia crithmifolia Barleria obtuse Brachylaena rotundata Buddleja saligna Bulbine frutescens Carpobrotus edulis Coleonema pulchellum Coleonema album Crocosmia aurea Cyperus prolifer Diascia integerrima Diospyros whyteana Euclea crispa Gazania hybrids Geranium incanum Agapanthus praecox Aloe tenuoir Aristea major Arctotis witkoppen Anthericum saundersiae Bauhinia galpinii Buddleja auriculata Buddleja salviifolia Carrisa macrocarpa green carpet Chondropetalum tectorum Clematis brachiata thunb Combretum microphyllum Cyperus alternifolius Dovyalis caffra Dietes grandiflora / bicolor Erica spp. Freylinia tropica Gazania krebsiana Grewia occidentalis Page 8 of 10

9 Halleria lucida Helechrysum cymosum Hyprestis aristata Jasminum multipartitum Kniphofia praecox Miscanthus capensis Othonna capensis Pelargonium capitatum Plectranthus ecklonii Plectranthus strigosus Plumbago auriculata Protea spp. Sutherlandia frutescens Senecio tamoides Schirpus sp. Thungbergia alata Tulbaghia violacea Helichrysum argyrophyllum Helichrysum teretifolium Jasminum angulare Juncus effuses Leucosidea serica Osteospermum ecklonis Pelargonium cuculatum Pelargonium peltatum Plectranthus fruticosus Plumbago auriculata blue Polygala myrtifolia Rhamnus prinoides Salvia africana Strelitzia reginae Tecomaria capensis (Yellow and Orange) Trachelospermum jasminoides (exotic) Watsonia pillansii Zanthedescia aethiopica Lawns: Pennisetum clandestinum (exotic) Stenotaphrum secundatum Cynodon dactylon Bayview Cool Seasons Lawns Suggestions for plant use: Trees for Parking areas: Celtis Africana; Combretum erythrophyllum; Ekebergia capensis; Kiggelaria africana; Olea europaea subsp. Africana Page 9 of 10

10 Trees and shrubs for screening: Diospyros whyteana; Polygala myrtifolia; Bauhinia galpinii; Brachylaena rotunda; Buddleja auriculata; Buddleja salviifolia; Rhus lancea; Rhamnus prinoides; Tecomaria capensis; Halleria lucida; Grewia occidentalis; Dovyalis caffra; Olea europaea subsp Africana. Erosion control: Agapanthus spp.; Gazania hybrids; Carpobrotus edulis; Aptenia cordifolia; Othonna capensis; Dietes grandiflora (in windrows); Veldgrass varieties. Page 10 of 10