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Landscape & Tree Removal The proposed landscape plan shown in Figure 4 includes a list of plant species including a mix of native and non-native plant species with low water use requirements. The applicant is proposing to remove 30 trees, the majority along Dublin Canyon Road, 22 of which are considered heritage trees, due to direct conflicts with the new building or on-site circulation, as well as conflicts with the proposed undergrounding of utilities along Dublin Canyon Road. Along the 800 -foot project frontage, the current landscape plan includes planting a total of 36 October Glory Red Maple and four Crape Myrtle trees at the project entry. In addition, the applicant is proposing a 15 -foot landscape strip along the west property line adjacent to the nearest single-family residence to be planted with 'Saratoga' Sweetbay. Additional trees will also be planted along the interior perimeter of the site as well as within the parking lot area. Figure 4: Landscape Plan r ANALYSIS General Plan and Zoninq The general regulations and compliance for the General Plan and Zoning district are outlined below. General Plan Land Use Designation. The property has a General Plan land use designation of Rural Density Residential. Although the General Plan land use designation is residential, churches and religious facilities are permitted within residential zones therefore the project as proposed would continue to be consistent with the General Plan land use designation. The proposed project conforms to the General Plan land use designation and with the following General Plan goals, policies and programs: 3 PUD -114-01 M, 11300 Dublin Canyon Road Planning Commission 9of15