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Landscape Replacement Guidelines
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Pursuant to Sections 3.4 A (1), 3.4 B and 3.4 C (1), (2), (3), (4) and (5) of the CC&Rs,
Landscape Plans for front yard Lots must be submitted to the Architectural Review
Committee (ARC) for review and approval.
1. A hand drawn plan with size dimensions is acceptable as long as it provides
a list of the types of plants and trees, rocks and ground cover including
planters with the description of the project.
2. If there are new retaining walls that are part of the landscape plan or changes
to the existing slope of the Lot, a professionally drawn landscape plan (one
copy) must be submitted.
3. Landscape plans for backyard Lots are not required unless there are the
following changes:
a) new retaining wall that could disrupt existing drain swales (cannot
interfere with water drainage).
b) any structure, including freestanding gazebos or pergolas.
b) any trees near fence lines to ensure no nuisances are created to
neighboring properties or deterioration of the fences.
4. No materials are allowed on the streets or easements. Materials on Owner
Lots will be neatly stored.
5. Weeds and debris shall be maintained during installation in accordance with
Section 3.4.1 of the Rules and Regulations.
6. Front yard landscape work must be completed within 45 days. If work stops,
the unfinished areas must be covered with bark during the stoppage.
7. ARC approval should be obtained before obtaining any permits with the City,
if required. Refer to the Application for Architectural Review and Approval
Policy.
8. The ARC approval form shall also summarize the landscape proposal.
Modification of landscape for front yard Lots to the fences should be harmonious with the
original landscaping. The following guidelines should be used:
1. The landscape design must include drought tolerant plants similar with the
developer’s approved list of plants with the City of San Luis Obispo. See
Developer Approved Landscape and Trees at end of this section. Succulents
are allowed.
2. The use of boulders, river rock, rocks and stones, and brown bark are
acceptable: the stone colors must blend with the colors of the pavers.
Serpentine rocks that are located throughout South Hills are acceptable.
However, they must remain intact and not crushed as stone.
3. Front pavers on driveway and to the front door should be identical to the
pavers installed by the developer. See Section 3.4 B of Rules and
Regulations for color. Pavers from driveway to gate are at Lot Owner choice.
4. Brown bark, rocks and stone must cover open soil areas except the front Lot
bio drain inlet areas.
5. The berm (sidewalk to curb) bio drain planters: the plants and sand installed
by the developer must remain. Any plant replacement in the bio drains must
be identical and approved. Under no circumstances, can bio drain planters be
filled in.
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6. Those berm planters that are not bio drain planters can be replaced with
approval.
7. Desert landscaping, including white or pink stones (i.e., Arizona) are not
allowed.
8. New trees must be consistent with the aesthetic consideration of the original
landscape installed by the developer.
9. Trees must be placed so that the roots do not interfere with the street using
root barriers if necessary, and kept pruned.
10. Low voltage outdoor pathway or low solar lights are acceptable as long as
they do not point upward because of the flight path.
11. Brick and retaining walls or any changes in the slopes of front yard require a
professional drawing. A sample (picture) can be provided.
Landscape guidelines for backyards within the fenced areas:
1. A landscape plan is not required for backyard Lots unless a structure is
added (see section 3.4.B.4 of the CC&Rs), plants or trees near shared
fences, paver easements or retaining walls (see Item 5 below).
2. There are no restrictions to the type of plants and trees with the exception
of restrictions noted under Rules and Regulations pursuant to section
3.4.A (1) of the CC&Rs.
3. Non-commercial vegetable gardens with the exception of obnoxious
smelling plants are allowed.
4. There are no restrictions to stone or patio stone colors.
5. Plants and trees must be installed to not cause root damages to fences or
retaining walls using root barriers if necessary with trees, or create
nuisances to neighboring properties.
6. Any landscape plans to change the fence line must be reviewed and
approved.
7. Drainage swales must remain (see section 3.4.A (2) of CC&Rs).
8. Any new structure including freestanding gazebos or pergolas must be
reviewed and approved.
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Developer Approved Landscape Trees and Plants
Plant Type Palette 'A'Palette 'B'Palette 'C'
Main Tree Australian Willow Fruitless Olive London Plane
Accent Tree Smoke Bush Marina Strawberry Tree Western Redbud
Fruit Tree Lime, Lemon, or Orange Citrus Lime, Lemon, or Orange Citrus Lime, Lemon, or Orange Citrus
Shrub Evergreen Euonymus True Myrtle Dwarf Karo
Accent Tree Cabbage Palm Variegated Century Plant New Zealand Flax
Perennial or Grass Evergreen Euonymus English Lavender Blue Oat Grass
Groundcover Bougainvillea Trailing Rosemary Bougainvillea
Plant Type Palette 'D'
Main Tree Cajeput Tree
Accent Tree Souther Magnolia
Fruit Tree Lime, Lemon, or Orange Citrus
Shrub Variegated Coast Roasemary Japanese Boxwood
Accent Tree Foxtail Agave Tasmanian Tree Fern
Perennial or Grass Lindheimer's Muhly Coral Bells Berkeley Sedge
Groundcover Trailing Rosemary Star Jasmine
Shade Plants