PRESERVE MGMT PLAN
THE HAMPTONS AT BOYNTON BEACH
PRESERVE MANAGEMENT PLAN
April 1998
PREPARED FOR
E & B Developers
Prepared by
C & N Environmental Consultants, Inc.
612 n. Orange Avenue, Suite D-l
Jupiter, Florida 33458
(561) 744-7420
Table of Contents
The Hamptons at Boynton Beach
1.0 Introduction............................. ..... ..................................................... ..........................1
2.0 Site Description.............................................................................................. .............1
3.0 Soils ............................................................................................................................1
4.0 Vegetation............... ........................................ ............................... .......................... ...4
5.0 Endangered/Threatened Species. ............ ........ ............................................................4
6.0 Wildlife Utilization......................................... ........... .......................... ........ ...............5
7.0 Management.................................................... ............................................................6
A. Purpose........... ... ... ......... ........ ................. ... ......... ....... ...... ........... ...... ....... ..... ..... .....6
B. Objective......... ............ ................. ............. ................ ........................................ ....6
1.0 Preserve Size and Configuration.....................................................6
2.0 Habitat Quality ................. ....................... ............................ ....... ......7
3.0 Mechanical Management Prescription .................... ............ ............9
4.0 Scrub Restoration and Relocation Methodology ............................9
C. Long Term Management .............. .......................................................................10
1.0 Additional Management Techniques ............................................10
2.0 Replacement and Enhancement Program .....................................11
8.0 Responsibilities of the Developer........................................................................... ..11
A. Designation of Preservation Areas and Easements.............................. 12
B. Gopher Tortoise Relocation.......... ................................ .......................12
C. Tree Relocation ..................... ................................... ......... ................ ...12
1.0 Temporary Irrigation........... ............................... ........................ ...13
2.0 Mulch........................................................................................... .13
D. Clearing, Grubbing and Debris Removal.............................................13
E. ExcavationlFill Areas....... ............................. ........... ............. ...... ....... ..13
F. Tree Preservation Outside the Preservation Area ................................13
G. Prohibited Activities ........................................................ ........... .........13
H. Management and Maintenance of the Preserve ...................................14
1. RestorationlRelocation Schedule...... ................. .......................... ....... .14
J. Setbacks ........................................... ............... ................................... ..14
K. Financial Responsibility...................................................................... .14
L. Entity Responsible for Management...... ................. .......... ................. ..15
9.0 References................................................................................................................ .15
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1 Site Location Map...................................... ................................... ............. .................2
Figure 2 Soils Map.................................................... ............................................................. ...3
Figure 3 Preservation Area Configuration................................................................................ 8
THE HAMPTONS AT BOYNTON BEACH
PRESERVE MANAGEMENT PLAN
1.0 INTRODUCTION
The Hamptons at Boynton Beach is a proposed residential development project located
north of Woolbright Road in Boynton Beach, Florida (Figure 1). The Hamptons at Boynton
Beach Preserve Management Plan has been developed in response to the development review
conditions set forth by the City of Boynton Beach, Florida. The objective of the following
management plan is to provide a comprehensive program for habitat restoration, management,
and long-term maintenance of the required upland preservation area. Management goals upon
implementation of this plan include: (1) restoration of the upland preserve area through
preservation and on-site relocation of suitable native vegetation and removal of exotic, nuisance,
and weedy vegetation to allow native seed sources to become established; (2) protection of
natural resources during all phases of construction; (3) establish guidelines for continued
protection of the preserve area; and (4) provide a long-term maintenance program for the benefit
of all natural resources including wildlife and protected flora species located within the preserve
area. Other components of the plan include exotic/nuisance plant species removal and control, as
well as specific habitat enhancement techniques necessary to maintain a functioning
biocommunity .
2.0 SITE DESCRIPTION
The 2:24 acre The Hamptons at Boynton Beach parcel is located in Section 30, Township
45 South, Range 43 East, Boynton Beach, Florida is undeveloped and situated adjacent to the
residential developments of Quail Ridge Golf Course Community to the west, Banyan Creek to
the north, and Clipper Cove to the east. Woolbright Road is located south of the parcel
boundary. The northern and southern boundaries are abutted by drainage canals. The site has
been previously cleared of most native vegetation and has revegetated in predominately exotic
and weedy species. Extensive refuse dumping has occurred throughout the parcel.
3.0 SOILS
The primary soil type (Figure 2) found on site is Pomello fine sand (Phb). This is a nearly
level, moderately well drained, deep, sandy soil that has a dark weakly cemented layer below a
depth of 30 inches. Under natural conditions, the water table is within 24 to 40 inches of the
surface for 1 to 4 months during wet periods, and below 40 inches during the remainder of the
year. Drainage has lowered the historic water table in this soil type to below 40 inches
throughout the year. Pomello sand commonly occurs on low ridges and knolls vegetated in
scrubby flatwood plant communities.
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In addition, a small area of Basinger fine sand (Ba) occurs in the northern and southern
edges of the site. This is a nearly level, poorly drained, sandy soil found in broad grassy sloughs
in the eastern part of the county. The water table is within 10 inches of the surface for 2 to 6
,months in most years and within 10 to 30 inches for the rest of the year. Drainage has occurred
via adjacent drainage canals significantly altering the hydroperiod resulting in a lowered water
table throughout the entire parcel.
4.0 VEGETATION
Vegetative species occurring on the property are indicative of clearing activities and
ecosystem disruption. The majority of species occur as secondary growth,. subsequent to ceasing
a dairy operation that once existed on the site. Nearly all native vegetation was removed for the
purpose of creating improved pasture for the animals. Secondary growth recruited in the form of
exotic, fast growing, weedy species with which native vegetation cannot compete.
The northernmost portion of the site is completely dominated by a mono culture of
Brazilian pepper (Schinus terebinthifolius). These mature trees form an extremely dense canopy
and allow very little sunlight to penetrate beneath. As a result, understory or ground cover
species do not exist in this area.
The central section of the site consists of a scattered canopy of predominately scrub oak
(Quercus geminata, Q. myrtifolia, Q. Chapmanii), and ear-leaf acacia (Acacia auriculiformis).
Other species such as saw palmetto (Serenoa repens), fetterbush (Lyonia ferruginea), and
gallberry (Ilex glabra) are barely visible due to the preponderance of grape vine (Vitis
rotundifolia) which completely covers the area. Only tiny "island like" formations in this section
support native species and these are stressed from the invasion of Brazilian pepper and Caesar's
weed (Urena lobata).
In the south section, small remnants of the former scrubby flatwoods community persist.
While this appears to be the least disturbed portion of the site, exotic species still dominate the
area. Canopy vegetation consists of slash pine (Pinus e/liotti), sand pine (Pinus clausa), and
Brazilian pepper. Also observed were prickly pear cactus (Opuntia compressa), panicum grass
(Panicum spp.), downy myrtle (Rhodomyrtus tomentosus), and dog fennel (Eupatorium
capilifolium ).
5.0 ENDANGEREDITHREA TENED SPECIES
Listings of plant and animal species considered to be endangered, threatened, or of
special concern by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), Florida Game and Fresh Water
Fish Commission (FGFWFC), and the Division of Plant Industry of the Florida Department of
Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) were examined to develop a summary list of
protected species possibly occurring in southern Palm Beach County. Eight plants, one
amphibian, three reptile, one bird, and one mammal species were included on the list of state and
federally listed species possibly occurring within the parcel, based upon known or expected
population distributions, preferred habitat types, and in-field observations. Of these, one state
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listed reptile, gopher tortoise (Gopherus polyphemus), is known to occur on the property.
Additionally, commensal species including gopher frog (Rana areolata), eastern indigo snake
(Drymarchon corais couperi), and Florida mouse (Podomys floridanus) may occur on the parcel.
It should be noted that Florida Statute 581.185 generically designates most of the state's
native species of bromeliads, ferns, and orchids as threatened. It is likely that some of the
bromeliads (Tillandsia sp.), very common in Palm Beach County, occur on the site.
Determinations of the probable geographic distribution of endangered or threatened plant
species and the likelihood of their occurrence on the parcel are based upon Ward (1978),
Wunderlin (1982), and Popenoe (1981), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service data, White (personal
communication), and Florida Natural Areas Inventory records. Endangered plants are defined in
Florida Statutes 581.185 as "species of plants native to the state that are in imminent danger of
extinction within the state, the survival of which is unlikely if the causes of a decline in the
number of plants continue, and includes all species determined to be endangered or threatened
pursuant to the Federal Endangered Species Act of 1973". Threatened plants are defined as
"species native to the state, but which have not so decreased in number as to cause them to be
endangered" .
Vertebrate wildlife species considered to be endangered, threatened, or of species concern
by the FGFWFC are designated in Chapter 39-27 of the Florida Administrative Code. From this
overall list, only the gopher tortoise has been verified as occurring with the parcel.
State and federally listed floral species included in the search were: nodding pinweed
(Lechea cernua), four-petal pawpaw (Asimina tetramera), Curtis' milkweed (Asclepias curtissi),
prickly pear cactus (Opuntia compressa), sand spikemoss (Selaginella arenicola), scrub palmetto
(Sabal etonia), and various air plants (Tillandsia spp.).
Only prickly pear cactus was observed on the parcel. Other protected species not
observed during field surveys could potentially recruit following habitat management.
6.0 WILDLIFE UTILIZATION
Wildlife observed utilizing the parcel include armadillo (Dasypus novemcinctus),
mockingbird (Mimus polyglottus), osprey (Pandion haliaetus), quail (Colinus virginianus),
loggerhead shrike (Lanius ludovicianus), muscovy duck (Carina moschata), black racer (Coluber
constrictor), raccoon (Procyon lotor), mourning dove (Zenaida macroura), cardinal (Cardinalis
cardinalis), and blue jay (Cyanocitta cristata). Feral cats (Felis sylvestris) were observed often
during the survey. Feral cats pose a significant problem for native wildlife species due to their
predatory nature. Disease transmission to both wildlife and humans is also a possibility.
Therefore, it is recommended that all feral cats be trapped by a licensed nuisance species
technician and delivered to Palm Beach County Animal Control.
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7.0 MANAGEMENT
Due to degraded site conditions, management on The Hamptons at Boynton Beach site
must first address biocommunity restoration within the proposed preserve area. This will
necessitate eradication of exotic weedy and nuisance species which are presently dominating the
parcel. Prescribed burning is the preferred method of scrubby flatwoods habitat management.
The potential benefits of fire are well documented, however, the location and disturbed condition
of the preserve area precludes the use of prescribed fire as a method for achieving management
objectives. Due to the proximity of residential development, the small size of the area, and high
level of litter present, it would be unwise to attempt even a carefully monitored prescribed fire
regime. Therefore, mechanical management is recommended to achieve optimal habitat
conditions.
A. Purpose
The purpose of the management plan is to:
1. Implement appropriate techniques necessary to eradicate exotic and weedy
opportunistic species presently dominating the site;
2. Provide optimal conditions for restoration of native vegetation and wildlife
habitat;
3. Preserve native vegetation and restore a functioning biocommunity;
4. Provide a refuge for wildlife residing in the project vicinity;
5. Maintain optimal habitat conditions for wildlife through appropriate
management.
Mechanical management of vegetative communIties in the preserve area will 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 and less natural than
fire as a management tool, mechanical measures can be very effective in achieving the ecological
objectives of habitat management.
B. Objective
Judging from the present condition of the preservation area, benefits from
mechanical management appear limitless. The area has been rendered almost completely useless
as habitat for wildlife or native plant species. Mechanical management activities will include
"opening up" the area by decreasing the density of the vast amount of overgrown weedy species
that are choking out this once productive area. The techniques that follow, if regularly
implemented, will effectively arrest exotic and nuisance species invasion and maintain this
scrubby flatwoods community in a state most beneficial to indigenous wildlife species.
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1. Preserve Size and Configuration
The preservation area, comprising 2:0.55 acres, was selected on the basis
of degree of disturbance and potential for restoration as compared to other areas within The
Hamptons at Boynton Beach property boundaries. It is located on the southern portion of the site,
an area less impacted by disruptive grazing activities of dairy cattle that once utilized the parcel.
The northern portion of the site supports a tall and extremely dense mono culture of Brazilian
pepper forming an almost impenetrable thicket which allows for no understory growth. There
are virtually no native plants remaining on this portion of the site. The southern area of the
property, although still dominated by weedy and exotic species, supports visible remnants of the
former scrub community. The rectangular-shaped configuration preserves a cross-section of the
parcel rather than a linear area on either side of the property. This configuration provides a more
viable area and a more open ecotone to satisfy habitat requirements (Figure 3).
2. Habitat Quality
The preserve area is primarily comprised of a low quality remnant scrubby
flatwoods community with a preponderance of highly invasive weedy plant species, mostly
muscadine grape (Vitis sp.) vines. These vines completel)' cover the ground to a height of two to
three feet in most areas. Ground cover species still persisting in the area include shiny blueberry
(Vaccinium myrsinities), camphorweed (Heterotheca subaxillaris), and golden aster (Crysopsis
spp,); as expected, they are exhibiting characteristic signs of stress.
Native canopy species losing the battle against the suffocating grape vine include slash
pine (Pinus elliottii), cabbage palm (Sabal palmetto), saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) and various
scrub oak species. Earleaf acacia (Acacia sp.), an exotic canopy species, the only competitor for
the grape vine due to its propensity for rapid growth, is thriving.
Portions of the preserve not covered by muscadine grape vine have been taken over by a
thickets of staggerbush (Lyonia fruticosa). This species occurs in great densities as a virtual
mono culture within the southeast portion of the preserve area. Although not usually considered a
"weedy" species, lack of natural disturbances and competition have added to the proliferation of
this species on site.
Loss of a diverse native seed source has allowed the invasion of opportunistic weedy
plant species within the preserve which have eliminated all areas of bare soil have valued by
scrub wildlife species. However, with effective mechanical management techniques, the
preserve could again provide excellent habitat for wildlife and native plant species. The
following prescription minimizes adverse impacts whenever possible to protect the ecosystem
under management.
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3. Mechanical Management Prescription
Prior to the implementation of mechanical management and clearing
activities, the entire site will be surveyed for the presence of vegetative candidates for relocation.
Every effort will be made to maintain a "no net loss" of trees. This will include all listed species
previously mentioned as well as others that would contribute to the creation of a viable scrubby
flatwoods habitat. These species will be flagged to prevent disturbance during construction.
Species already occurring on the preserve area will be flagged also. The City of Boynton Beach
Urban forester will be required to approve the vegetation flagged for relocation to ensure
consistency with the City's Landscape Code and the Preserve Management Plan
Once the survey is completed and the City has approved the flagged vegetation,
mechanical management of the preserve area will commence. Due to the extent of unwanted
vegetative species, hand cutting/removal is not a practical method of eradication. A small-bladed
bulldozer is recommended to lightly scrape down the area but minimize impacts to the soil and to
minimize disturbances to the surrounding (flagged) native vegetation. At no time will track
equipment be allowed within the dripline of canopy species in the preserve area as scrubby
flatwood species are sensitive to compaction. Areas comprised of staggerbush and other
overgrown native vegetation will be thinned out manually or with machinery where practicable.
Larger exotic trees will be removed by cutting to stump and treatment with herbicide will follow.
Native trees will be carefully avoided.
Grape vine will be eradicated by cutting with chain saw, hand pulling, and applying
herbicide treatment to the stembase on a periodic basis. Due to the abundance of this species on
site, treated vegetation will be chipped and hauled away.
Earleaf acacia and Brazilian pepper will be eradicated from the preserve area by using the
chemical agent, Garlon 3A@. Garlon 3-A- Tricolpyr (3, 5 ,6 - Tricloloro-2-pyrid inxloxyacetic
acid) and should be applied by a licensed operator. The trees will be cut-stumped. The cut
surfaces will be sprayed or painted with undiluted Garlon 3A. Every precaution will be used to
contain the chemical to the application site. Fallen trees will be removed and chipped. Haul
routes will be minimized to avoid disturbance to soils and native vegetation remaining. After the
initial Garlon treatment, the site will be monitored quarterly for a period of one year. Regrowth
stumps will be filled and retreated with Garlon 3A at a rate of 3 ml. per cut at 4-inch intervals.
Regrowth greater than one inch dBH will be cut-stumped and treated with Garlon 3A at a rate of
1 ml/inch dBH to ensure 100 percent eradication. Periodic mowing in open areas will prevent re-
seeding of weedy species and prevent their recruitment within other areas of the preserve.
4. Scrub Restoration and Relocation Methodology
Subsequent to exotic removal and site preparation, listed species identified
previous to clearing activities will be relocated into the preserve area. These include prickly
pear cactus and scrub oaks with air plants. Clumps of native groundcover species and shrubs
will be relocated. A 60" to 90" tree spade will be used to move larger scrub species slated for
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relocation. A detailed design of relocation specifications will be submitted prior to these
activities.
C. Long Term Management
The Hamptons at Boynton Beach Preserve will be maintained as natural habitat in
perpetuity by the Home Owners Association. The prescribed management techniques will be
implemented semi-annually for the first three years to achieve the management objectives set
forth in this plan. The open space areas will be maintained as part of the project landscape and
will be mowed at regular intervals. The existing nature paths in the preserve also will be
maintained at regular intervals to provide safe access for members of the community.
Prior to management activities, all required notices and necessary permits will be
submitted to the City of Boynton Beach. Every effort will be made to protect listed species and
other sensitive resources during implementation of the management plan.
1. Additional Management Techniques
a. Exotic/Nuisance Species Removal and Control
Any Brazilian pepper, Australian pine (Casuarina equisetifolia), or
melaleuca (Melaleuca quinquenervia) will be removed by rubber-tired equipment, or hand from
the preserve area. Brazilian pepper will be removed from the preserve area using the chemical
control described in the following section.
Garlon 3A: Garlon 3-A- Tricolpyr (3, 5, 6 - Tricloloro-2-pyrid
inxloxyacetic acid) will be used by a licensed operator to eradicate Brazilian pepper trees in The
Hamptons at Boynton Beach Preserve area. The trees will be cut-stumped. The cut surfaces will
be sprayed or painted with Garlon 3A (undiluted). Garlon 3A will be applied by a person
licensed by the State of Florida to handle restricted chemicals. Every precaution will be used to
contain the chemical to the application site. The fallen trees will be removed via a haul route
resulting in minimal disturbance to soils and native vegetation remaining in the preserve area.
Maintenance and Monitoring: After the initial Garlon 3A
treatment, the site will be monitored at six-month intervals for a period of one year by preserve
owner. Regrowth stumps will be filled and retreated with Garlon 3A at a rate of 3 ml per cut at
4-inch intervals. Regrowth greater than one inch DBH will be cut-stumped and treated with
Garlon 3A at a rate of lmllinch DBH to ensure 100 percent eradication.
The Preserve will be managed semi-annually for the first three years for the re-emergence
of exotic species. All new growth will be hand removed.
At the end of one year (maintenance and monitoring period), a letter report will be sent to
the City of Boynton Beach to summarize the implementation and success of the preserve area
management plan.
If exotic species invasion continues at this time to be a problem, new eradication
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techniques will be implemented in an effort to achieve the goals of the proposed management
and coordinated with the City of Boynton Beach. The preserve will be monitored annually
thereafter.
2. Replacement and Enhancement Program
The highest quality habitat occurring on the project site has been slated to
be preserved, restored and maintained. Following exotic and nuisance species removal, there
will be large areas available for relocation of native vegetation occurring outside the preserve
area. All transplanted/relocated resources will comply with the requirements of the City of
Boynton Beach's Landscape Ordinance. Proposed upland buffer areas in the northwest portion of
the project site and in parking islands will be available for relocation of native plant species and
enhancement as scrub habitat. Every effort will be made to preserve protected plant species
occurring on the project site. Additionally, use of native plant species adapted to the xeric soils
will be utilized for natural xeriscaping to minimize future water consumption of preserve
maintenance. Surface water management plans will be designed to ensure no runoff occurs into
the preserve area.
Included in the enhancement program will be the cleanup of the numerous dump sites
throughout the preserve area. Some heavy equipment will be required, but no track vehicles will
be employed. Established haul routes will be utilized in the removal of dumped materials.
Signs 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 jogging trails, will be maintained in the preserve area. A buffer
comprised of grass will be maintained along the boundary of the preserve area on The Hamptons
at Boynton Beach site.
8.0 RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE DEVELOPER
The following management plan shall be used to govern all activities or concerns relating to
preservation areas and conservation easements noted on the development plan. The goal of this
plan is to assure the continued viability of all preservation areas and/or conservation easements
within The Hamptons at Boynton Beach parcel. The developer and Homeowners Association
(HOA) will be responsible for the implementation of this plan through its contractors. No
alterations are permitted to this plan or within the preservation areas and/or conservation
easements without prior approval from the City of Boynton Beach. The objective of The
Hamptons at Boynton Beach Management Plan is to ensure that the natural integrity of the
preservation area will remain undisturbed throughout construction activities and in perpetuity.
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The scope of the work is as follows:
· Designation of preservation areas and conservation easements
· Gopher Tortoise Relocation
· Tree Relocation
· Clearing, grubbing, and debris removal
. Excavation or fill activities
. Implementation of Management Plan
A. Designation of Preservation Areas and Easements
The owner or his assignee shall delineate all preservation areas and appropriately
mark these areas to prohibit encroachment during clearing and grubbing activities. Appropriate
markings shall include but not be limited to orange vinyl barrier fencing attached to 5' x 2" x 4"
lumber installed 15' apart and around the entire perimeter of the preserve. All fenced areas shall
be inspected by the City of Boynton Beach prior to clearing and grubbing.
B. Gopher Tortoise Relocation
Prior to clearing activities, all gopher tortoise (Gopherus polyphemis) and
commensal species will be relocated off-site to the Hunt Preserve at Big Cypress Seminole
Indian Reservation in Hendry County, Florida, under the authority of Florida Game & Fresh
Water Fish Commission (FGFWFC) Permit No. WR95216. The permit was originally issued in
October 9,1995 for Pulte Homes. Since the property is now owned by another entity and the
permit long expired, the permit will need to be revised to include the new owner's name and a re-
survey of the property conducted to receive a permit to move the tortoises.
C. Tree Relocation
All native trees with a diameter 10" or less which can be successfully relocated
will be relocated to the preservation area, open space areas, and buffer areas in an effort to
achieve a "no net loss" of trees on the project site. Trees that are larger than 1 0" dbh or have a
low survivability potential such as slash pine (Pinus elliottii) will be replaced at a 1: 1 ratio based
on the diameter at breast height (dbh) measurement of the tree to be replaced. Replacement trees
will comply will the specifications set forth in the City of Boynton Beach Landscape Code. All
trees which can be successfully relocated to the preserve will be relocated prior to clearing
activities. All remaining trees will be addressed in a tree preservation plan approved by the City
Forester prior to clearing.
A detailed tree relocation plan and preserve restoration plan will be reviewed by the
Boynton Beach City Forester prior to commencement of relocation activities. The City Forester
will also approve the trees on-site to be relocated.
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1. Temporary Irrigation - A temporary irrigation system will be installed
within all relocation and restoration planting areas. Relocated trees and
new plantings will be watered daily for a period of 90 days and weekly if
necessary for an additional 60 days. A water truck will be employed as a
source of water if water cannot be secured water from the City of Boynton
Beach utility system.
2. Mulch - No mulch will be used in the relocation/restoration areas due to
the nature of the excessively well-drained soils in the preserve area. Scrub
vegetation will not tolerate mulch material.
D. Clearing, Grubbing, and Debris Removal
To prevent damage to preserve vegetation during clearing and grubbing activities,
the perimeter of the preserve will be root-pruned to a depth of 4 feet at least 3 weeks prior to
clearing. The root-pruning will occur 3' outside the preserve boundary. Trees, shrubs, stumps,
etc. shall be disposed of in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Other domestic
debris and household trash shall be removed from the site and disposed of in an approved landfill
site.
E. ExcavationlFill Areas
Excavation/fill limits shall be marked by the owner or his assignee. Grade
changes adjacent to upland preservation areas will be engineered so that any cut or fill will not
encroach on any preservation areas or allow surface water runoff to sheet flow into or out of the
preservation area. Placement of the fill shall be accomplished by the contractors at the direction
of the owner or his assignee.
F. Tree Preservation Outside the Preservation Area
All trees/vegetation slated for preservation outside of the designated preserve area
will be protected by orange barrier fencing installed beyond the "drip line" of the tree canopy to
prevent possible damage to the root system by clearing machinery. All clearing under the canopy
"drip line" of preserved trees will be accomplished by hand-held equipment.
G. Prohibited Activities
Prohibited activities in the preservation areas include but are not limited to:
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 other vegetation unless previously outlined in the Hamptons at Boynton Beach
Preserve Management Plan; excavation, dredging, or removal of soil material, diking or fencing,
recreational vehicle use, and any other activities detrimental to drainage, flood control, water
conservation, erosion control, or fish and wildlife habitat conservation or preservation. No
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alterations are permitted within the preservation areas and easements without prior approval of
the City of Boynton Beach.
H. Management and Maintenance of the Preserve
The management and maintenance of the upland preserve areas, preserve
easements, and lakes must be in accordance with this plan. Management and maintenance
activities will be performed by, or under the supervision of, a qualified environmental
professional.
1. Restoration/Relocation Schedule
The following sequence of events will proceed in subsequent order upon
commencement of restoration/relocation activities and prior to clearing and grubbing activities:
1. Gopher Tortoise Relocation;
2. Designation of the preserve boundaries with appropriate marking;
3. Designate (flag) vegetation to be relocated and install protective barrier
fencing;
4. City approval of vegetation to be relocated and preserve boundary
designations;
5. Clear areas of exotic vegetation within preserve as recipient area for
relocated vegetation;
6. Relocation of vegetation to preservation area with temporary irrigation
installed;
7. Clearing, grubbing;
8. Fill/excavation;
9. Relocate trees outside preserve site.
Following relocation of trees and other flagged vegetation to preserve area, clearing and
grubbing activities may commence. Subsequent preserve restoration and management activities
set forth in this management plan may proceed concurrent with clearing and grubbing activities.
J. Setbacks
Buildings proposed to be located adjacent to preserve areas or preserve easements
must be set back a minimum of ten (10) feet to allow for construction and maintenance without
encroaching into the preserve. All other structures (i.e., pools, sheds, decks, etc.) shall be set
back a minimum of five (5) feet from preserve areas or preserve easements.
K. Financial Responsibility
The owner of record of the Hamptons at Boynton Beach residential development
project will be responsible for the financial obligation of the on-site preserve. The financial
responsibility will be transferred with the ownership of the property.
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L. Entity Responsible for Management
The Homeowners Association or owner of record of the Hamptons at Boynton
Beach residential development project will be responsible for the long-term management of the
on-site preserve. The management responsibility will be transferred with the ownership of the
property .
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Carpenter, Cheryl M. Management Plan for Sugar Sand Park.
Carpenter, Cheryl M. Management Plan for The Sanctuary Upland Preserve.
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scrub community: Yamato scrub, a test case. Fla. Sci. 50:184-192.
Fernald, RT. 1989. Coastal xeric scrub communities of the Treasure Coast Region, Florida: A
summary of their distribution and ecology, with guidelines for their preservation and
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Shaffer, M.L. 1981. Minimum population sizes for species conservation. BioScience
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Soil Conservation Service Soils Atlas for Palm Beach County, 1978.
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