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AGENDA DOCUMENTS NAUTICA f.k.a. BOYNTON NURSERIES PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT GENERAL MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES MPMD #94.004 JANUARY 1995 REVISED MARCH 1995 7 BY: KILDAY & ASSOCIATES, INC. MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES WATERING REQUIREMENTS The amount of water to apply at anyone time varies with the weather, drainage conditions, and water holding capacity of the soil. Proper watering techniques should provide even and thorough water dispersal to wet the entire root zone but not to saturate the soli. Avoid extremes in watering. Light, frequent waterings are ineffective and produce shallow root systems. Excessive waterings which keep the root zones saturated may kill the plant material due to the lack of available air to the root system. A typical rule of thumb is that turf areas should receive on average a minimum of 1" of water per week, with an equal or lesser amount for trees and shrubs, dependant on their individual watering requirements. Ideally, watering should be done on a consistent but limited basis (3 days a week) for longer periods of time (45 to 60 minutes) to establish deeper roots. Of course, this Is dependant on the individual irrigation system, the gallonage capacity of each individual zone, and the individual water requirements for each plant species. FERTILIZATION REQUIREMENTS Due to the poor shallow soils of the South Florida area coupled with the heavy rain fall during the growing season, available nutrient levels for landscape material is very low. Therefore nutrient amendment is essential. The following are general guidelines for fertilization application: PALMS Palms suffer quickly from nutrient disorders and should therefore receive a granular fertilizer specific for palms ("palm special") 3-4 times a year. General application amounts: for palms under 8'ht. - 2-5Ibs. per application for mature palms - 5-8lbs. per application NOTE: A typical formula to use is 1/2Ib. of fertilizer per 2 feet of overall height, up to about 151bs. for a mature specimen (greater than 30' in height). TURF AREAS Turf area should be fertilized with complete fertilizer (16-4-8) {16 parts nitrogen, 4 parts phosphorus, 8 parts potash) formulated for St. Augustine grasses with slow release nitrogen. Apply in March, June and October at a rate of 8 Ibs. per 1,000 square feet or as directed by manufacturer. TREES AND SHRUB BEDS Trees and shrubs beds should be fertilized at least three times a year at the same time as the application of turf fertilizers (March, June & October), It is very important to use a fertilizer that 18 .t least a 50% organic base with a slow release e-e-e or 8-8-8 composition. Plants should be watered at least 48 hours prior to the application of the fertilizer. Application of the fertilizer should be done on top of the mulch and should be watered in thoroughly, making sure to remove any fertilizer that may have settled on foliage. ANNUALS Fertilization of annuals beds should be done while preparing the bed for planting. An application of "Osmocote" or equal at a rate of 3lbs. per 100 sf to a depth of 4" should insure an even distribution of fertilizer. Annuals can also be fertilized with various foliar sprays after installation. Consult with the local extension service for the proper type and application rates prior to fertilization. PEST AND PROBLEM CONTROL Contractor is responsible for maintaining the health of the plant material on the project and shall take whatever steps are necessary to control and eliminate pests and other health and disease related problems. MULCHING Mulch shall be Melaleuca or Cypress, shredded, sterilized, clean, and free from weeds, seeds and branches and shall be applied by hand to a depth of 2". Typically mulch shall only be required when an inch or less of existing mulch remains. Mulches can be applied at any time of the year, but should be applied in conjunction with the fertilization of the trees and shrubs. It is recommended that the soil under the mulch be watered just prior to the mulch being layed and watered down again prior to any application of any fertilizers. After years of mulch accumulation has significantly raised the levels of the beds, it may be necessary to remove the upper layers of the residual mulch and cultivate any remaining into the soil. MOWING St. Augustine turf should be maintained at a 311 height. Frequency of mowing should be adjusted so that at each cutting no more than 1/3 of the grass blade is removed. PRUNING No major thinning shall occur until after the second growing season following planting. Major thinning shall then commence on an annual basis during the period from the first of December to Mid-February (except for some shrubs as specified). The cutting and removal of dead wood, sucker growth and diseased or Injured limbs shall be conducted on a regularly scheduled basis (at least monthly from March through October) by qualified personnel conducting an inspection of all plant materials. Trees: Shade and flowering trees shall be thinned from the bottom up and from the inside out. Lower branches detracting from the intended character of a tree, all cross branches and excessive branches near the core of the tree shall be removed. Where two double leaders occur and only one is desired, one leader shall be removed, the smaller or the larger depending upon the desired effect. Where branching joint is very narrow there is a greater potential for breakage: therefore the smaller or larger branch shall be removed depending on the desired effect. In general, the shape of a tree can be preserved by maintaining main branching (providing joints are wide enough) and by removing weaker side branches, Shrubs: Shrubs on this site shall not be 'hedged' unless specified. The desired growth habit in the planting beds shall be such that shrubs of the same species shall develop into a single mass and be kept separate from adjacent masses of other species. Shrubs shall be pruned such that they are wider at the bottom than at the top to allow sun penetration to lower branches. The ficus hedge located within the 25' perimeter buffer easement shall be maintained at 8'. The ficus hedge located within the 5' perimeter buffer easement shall be maintained at a minimum height of 3'. INSTALLATION. IRRIGATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE LANDSCAPE BUFFER The improvements and landscaping identified on the "Nautica Perimeter Buffer Planting Plan" as prepared by Senarens Associates (the "Buffer Planting Plan") I including the trees, ficus hedge and chain link fence, to be located within the landscape buffer designated on Nautica P.U.D. - Plat One will be installed with the issuance of the first certificate of occupancy for a unit incorporating a portion of the landscape buffer. The improvements and landscaping identified on the Buffer Planting Plan, including the trees, ficus hedge, shrubs and chain link fence, to be located within the landscape buffer designated on Nautica P.U.D, - Plat Two will be installed with the issuance of the first certificate of occupancy for a unit incorporating a portion of the landscape buffer. Installation of the improvements and landscaping identified on the Buffer Planting Plan, including the trees, ficus hedge, shrubs and/or chain link fence, will be field adjusted so as to preserve existing Oak trees over 10" in caliper that fall within the 25' perimeter buffer. Maintenance of the landscape buffer which exists on each lot shall be maintained by the respective owners of such lots. I n the event an owner fails to maintain the landscape buffer on his lot, the Nautica Homeowners Association shall be obligated to do so and shall impose the cost thereof upon such owner without the necessity of notice or a hearing, and said cost shall constitute a lien upon the applicable lot and home with the same force and effect as liens for operating expenses. NAUTICA f.k.a. BOYNTON NURSERIES P.U.D. PRESERVE AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN MPMD #94-004 December, 1994 fa n \\ry ~ Q\ fa ~ \S 11 \':---t \ \'; ; f\ Ji--~ i \..'....'.' , lJ ' .. I. ' \ \ .- \ \ "'i \\ ~ \ APR 1 ';' r\, \ \,..; \. 'L.k'L ~i' ~ ~-,-~:~;;:~ f'U',n\-"':;:r\C~" ,_",w---1-Q.t;I;~::..}. :,}.;.. BY: KILDAY & ASSOCIATES, INC. NAUTICA f.k.a. BOYNTON NURSERIES P.U.D. PRESERVE AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION PRESERVATION AREA DESCRIPTION MANAGEMENT PLAN A. PURPOSE B. OBJECTIVE AND REQUIREMENTS C. MECHANICAL MANAGEMENT D. REPLACEMENT AND ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM E. FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY F. ENTITY RESPONSIBLE FOR MANAGEMENT FIGURES, TABLES AND ATTACHMENTS FIGURE 1 - SITE LOCATION MAP FIGURE 2 - PRESERVE AREA AND ENHANCEMENT AREA MAP NAUTICA f.k.a.BOYNTON NURSERIES P.U.D. PRESERVE AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN INTRODUCTION Nautica, f.k.a. Boynton Nurseries P.U.D. is a :t 83 acre Planned Unit Development located in Section 13 Township 45 Range 42 in the City of Boynton Beach, Florida (Figure 1). A preserve area of 2.5 Acres has been established in accordance with a request from the City of Boynton Beach. This management plan addresses the long~term maintenance of the native plant communities within the preserve area. Components of the plan include an exotic and invasive plant species removal and control program, a replacement program for vegetation destroyed and displaced during construction activities and a habitat enhancement program to maintain the quality and wildlife value of the preserve area. PRESERVATION AREA DESCRIPTION The preserve area is situated in the southwestern portion of the project (Figure 2). It measures approximately 240 feet east-west and 460 feet north-south. Vegetation in the preserve area consists predominantly of an open canopy forest of Slash Pine (Pinus elliottii) with a mixture of understory shrubs and grasses. Brazilian Pepper (Schinus terebinthifolious) has invaded the southern portion of this area with Earleaf Acacia (Acacia auriculaeformis) starting to invade specific internal sections. In the community, the predominate canopy species is Slash Pine. Live Oaks (Quercus virginiana), Stragler Figs (Ficus aurea) and Cabbage Palms (Sabal palmetto) were also identified. The understory vegetation includes Marlberry (Ardisia escallonicides), Beautyberry (Callicarpa americana), Umbrella Sedge (Cyperus odoratus), Lantana (Lantana camara), Air Plants (Tillandsia spp.) and a variety of grasses. MANAGEMENT PLAN A. PURPOSE The purpose of the preserve area management plan is to provide a long term maintenance program to insure the survivability of a viable, upland habitat for native plant species and wildlife resources occurring in the preserve area. B. OBJECTIVE AND REQUIREMENTS The objective of the management plan is to control and minimize disturbance of the preserve area. Management measures include the removal and control of exotic and invasive plant species and the relocation of vegetation within the areas of the site to be developed to the preserve area for preservation and enhancement. REQUIREMENTS ARE: At the end of one year (maintenance and monitoring period), a letter report will be sent to the City of Boynton Beach Parks and Recreation Department to summarize the implementation and success of the preserve area management plan. The preserve area will be surveyed prior to construction and designated as a preserve area with surveyor stakes. Temporary signs during construction will be posted along the perimeter of the preserve area, indicating the preserve boundaries. The preserve will remain as an upland habitat preserve in a natural state, Passive recreational features, such as a nature trail could be established in the preserve and enhancement area, The boundary of the preserve area backs up to residences on the east and west. On the north, the property abuts a right- of-way and a canal easement to the south. Prohibited activities in the preserve area includes construction or placing of building materials on or above the ground, dumping or placing soil or other substances such as garbage, trash and cuttings; removal or destruction of native trees, shrubs or groundcovers; excavation, dredging or removal of soil materials; diking or fencing; recreational vehicle use; and any other activities detrimental to drainage, flood control, water conservation, erosion control, or wildlife habitat conservation or preservation. C. MECHANICAL MANAGEMENT Minimal mechanical management of vegetative communities in the preserve area may be implemented to maintain and enhance the habitat quality and wildlife values for plant and animal species occurring within the preserve area. While somewhat more intrusive, mechanical measures are highly successful in achieving the ecological objectives of habitat management. Management of the preserve shall include selective removal of exotic and invasive species such as the dense understory of Brazilian Pepper located on the southernmost portion of the preserve tract. Wherever possible, management will be implemented manually, No track vehicles will be used in the preserve area. Special removal and control techniques will be used on exotic and invasive species. Any Brazilian Pepper, Australian Pine (Casuarina equisetifolia), or Melaleuca (Melaleuca quinquenervia), will be removed by rubber tire equipment, or preferably by hand from the preserve area, D. REPLACEMENT AND ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM The southernmost portion of the preserve area will be available for relocation of native plant species and enhancement once the Brazilian Pepper has been eradicated. Every effort will be made to preserve significant plant species occurring in these areas with relocated or new material added for enhancement. E. FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY The owner of record of Nautica, a.k.a. Boynton Nurseries P.U.D. will be responsible for the financial obligation of the preserve until such time that the Property Owners Association takes over. At that time, the Property Owners Association will accept the financial obligation. F. ENTITY RESPONSIBLE FOR MANAGEMENT The owner of record of Nautica, a.k.a. Boynton Nurseries P,U.D. will be responsible for the financial obligation of the preserve until such time that the Property Owners Association takes over. At that time, the Property Owners Association will accept the management responsibility. KIJ/cdd\boynton. rep NAUTICA f.k.a. BOYNTON NURSERIES P.U.D. LAKE AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN MPMD #94.004 January, 1995 ....--.-:.~~-~-~::'~ ...---_____~ :: \ I f '''~--r2 (.:J \' r', \ \ \ \ !. t? n~ 1~; ,.' -".'-. "~ ; \' t-'::'~. .c^ .c .. t\PR 1. C-J~,.." . r \ '~'P~7,~~,.,~;- . \~ t. . .""...", BY:KILDAY & ASSOCIATES, INC. Nautica is a 83:t acre Planned Unit Development located in Section 13, Township 45, Range 42 in the City of Boynton Beach, Florida. There are approximately 11 :t acres of created lake tracts within this development. This number not only includes the acreage of the lake itself, but it also includes the 20' maintenance easement which surrounds each of the five (5) lakes. Based on the required littoral/upland zone acreage estimates, a total of approximately 67,000 s.f, of plant material will be required to plant the five (5) lakes. Bare root plant material will be used in the littoral planting areas because potted materials in these quantities are not available, Each littoral plant will be a minimum height as specified and will be planted on staggered three foot centers or in clusters along the lake edge. Some natural zonation will be utilized in the planting scheme. DESCRIPTION OF THE LITTORAL/UPLAND ZONE Clusters of native plant material will be placed on the upland edge of the lake within the lake management easements. This plant material will be clustered to promote wildlife habitat by providing a continuous band of native plant material down to and contiguous with the littoral zone. Two typical clusters have been designed to provide for a variety of native plant material in the interior around lake Tracts 1, 4 and 5. Wax myrtle, Dahoon holly, and an understory of !lex vomitoria (myrsine is an alternative) makes up the first cluster, and Sweet bay, Red maple and an understory of Simpson's stopper makes up the second cluster of upland plantings. Spartina bakeri is planted on the edge of the water within the transitional zone. Two floating aquatic plants, Lemon bacopa and Spikerush, are planted in the 0 to -1 littoral zone and Tape grass, a submersed aquatic, in the-1 to -2 littoral zone. Beneficial aquatic plants provide protection, breeding, and feeding habitats for aquatic animals, birds & fish. The quality of the water is directly attributable to the balance of the shoreline's vegetation with the rest of the areas ecosystem. Shoreline vegetation is also an erosion deterrent and a natural water purification system. Dwarf Fakahatchee, Fakahatchee and Muhly grasses are planted on the backside of and adjacent to the Lawrence Road buffer planting on Lake Tracts 2 and 3. !lex vomitoria (Myrsine is an alternate) is also used in this area. The same littoral and transitional plants are located along the lakes adjacent to Lawrence Road as are found along the interior lakes. The native plant materials were chosen due to the minimal amount of maintenance required. The grasses (Fakahatchee, Dwarf Fakahatchee and Muhly grass) should be cut back once a year. The shrubs, Simpson's stopper and Myrsine, should be maintained at a height of no less than 30", GENERAL GUIDELINES 1. Site preparation shall occur as described in the specifications found on sheet 6 of 7 of the Littoral/Upland Planting Plans. 2. Soils shall be amended if necessary. 3. Plant material shall be watered and fertilized as described in the specifications. 4. Exotic removal shall occur as necessary. 5. Regular maintenance shall occur as often as necessary to control the encroachment of pest exotic species. MAINTENANCE OF THE LAKE During the first year after planting, any undesirable plants should be manually removed as often as possible to minimize their establishment. Herbicides should be used sparingly during this time because new plantings may be more sensitive to herbicides than they might be when they are mature. Once established, herbicides may be used more heavily as more undesirable aquatic plants become introduced and established. Only herbicides that are registered by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services may be used on the lake legally. Forty percent (40%) of the lakes surface shall be clear of plants at all times. Open water areas shall be kept free of unsightly surface algae and undesirable aquatic weeds through regularly scheduled visits. INSTALLATION OF MATERIAL AND IRRIGATION The upland plant material adjacent to a housing unit will be installed with the sale of and subsequent construction of that individual unit. An imaginary line will be extended from the property line behind each unit down to the lake's edge and the upland plant material delineated within this area will be planted with the construction of each unit. After 80% of the housing units surrounding an individual lake are built, the littoral shelf within that one lake will be installed. Once the first certificate of occupancy is issued, to a housing unit adjacent to a lake, 5 years from that date the remaining upland plant material will be installed around that individual lake. Irrigation for the upland plantings directly behind a housing unit will be provided by that housing unit adjacent to the plantings. The littoral/upland plantings located in and adjacent to Lake Tracts 2 & 3 will be planted in one of the first phases with the installation of the landscape buffer plantings along Lawrence Road. An irrigation system will be provided, MAINTENANCE OF THE UPLAND PLANT MATERIAL The mowing of sod up to the lakes edge and adjacent to a housing unit is the responsibility of the owners of that housing unit. As described above, an imaginary line will be extended from the property line behind each unit down to the lake's edge and the sod area delineated within this will be the responsibility of the homeowner to maintain. For lots adjacent to Lake Tracts 1,4 and 5, which have upland plant material located directly behind them and on the lake's edge, the owners of those lots are responsible for mowing the sod up to the clusters of native upland plantings. The Homeowners Association will be responsible for maintaining the upland plant material located on the lake's edge of all the lake tracts. Maintenance shall include pruning and fertilization as described in the General Maintenance Guidelines. N~ - FJ aJ & r - 4'11._ v J)(I ,I L ''-;-ili ~ /,R COLOR SElECT'ION DOORS SHERWIN WILLIAMS 72-09 (GLIDDEN MATCH) SHERWIN WILLIAMS BAKER'S WHITE (GLIDDEN MATCH) SHERWIN WILLIAMS DIFFUSED LIGHT SW 1045 FASCIA/BANDS BODY ROOF PIONEER NEWPORT ORANGE AND GOLD SLURRY