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Exhibit "A" May 1990 LANDSCAPE GUIDEliNES PURPOSE The purpose of these Landscape Guidelines is to promote efficient water use through proper landscape design and management. Staff may consider a relaxation of these regulations where appropriate and justified. Applicability These Landscape Guidelines are applicable to: All new, and/or rehabilitated landscaping for industrial, commercial, institutional, multi-family residential uses; common areas,* model homes, and service stations are also included. Exceptions _ single family residences, duplexes, and triplexes. Plant Selection 1. At least 90% of the plants selected in non-turf areas shall be well-suited to the climate of the region and require minimal water once established. Refer to Sources of Plant Information below. Up to 10% of the plants may be of a non-drought tolerant variety as long as they are grouped together and can be irrigated separately. 2. An additional 5% of annual plantings which are incorporated as urban design features of the site development plan, such as plant containers and strategically located on-grade accent planting areas shall be allowed. Focus planting areas with 'color are encouraged in the downtown area (See Urban Design Guidelines). Sources of Plant Information East Bay Municipal Utility District. Ph: (415) 820-6600 Water Conserving Plants and Landscapes for the Bay Area Saratoga Horticulture Foundation. Ph: (408) 779-3303 Success List of Water Conserving Plants Select California Native Plants * For the purposes of these guidelines, a IIcommon areall is defined as those areas in a residential development which are maintained by either the developer or a homeowners I association. Page 1 of 4 1130 ~