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(a) (b) (c) (d) (e) The Landscape Plan shall include a landscaping program for the south (Project) side of Bernal Avenue that is consistent with and complimentary to the sycamore tree-lined streetscape on the north side and in the median of Bemal Avenue. The landscape program shall: (i) Be consistent with the Community Character Element of the Pleasanton General Plan. (ii) Provide for a tree-planting program for those trees removed in or along Bernal Avenue, utilizing tree species complementary to the sycamore trees presently lining Bernal Avenue. (iii) Provide for bicycle paths and sidewalks along Bemal Avenue. The Landscape Plan shall include a consistent and comprehensive ~qtreetscape landscaping program for all major public streets and parking lots w/thin the Program. Streetscape design shall correspond to and enhance the hierarchy of street types; identify key Program entry points; provide a pedestrian, human scale to the street enviromnent; provide for pedestrian safety; provide shading for streets; and provide shade and landscaping in parking lots. The streetscape landscaping program shall include the following major components: (i) For Valley Avenue from Bemal Avenue to the Village Commons, landscaping shall be installed within the median, and in tree wells located within the building setback from the edge of the street. (ii) Each major Project entry point along Bernal Avenue shall have a distinctively landscaped entry feature. Plant materials shall be used to establish a hierarchy of streets; to identify' key entries, and focal points; and to semen unsightly uses or noise sources. Landscape materials shall be attractive, provide shade, and, where practicable, shall be drought resistant, non-invasive, and native plants. Landscaped areas shall include a varied palette of plant materials emphasizing flowering groundcovers, shrubs, and omamemal trees. Landscape materials shall provide dense cover when used as screening. Retaining walls with natural surface materials or low contrast color and vegetation treatments may be used along Project roads to minimize grading. Water efficient irrigation systems shall be utilized to conserve water in all Project irrigation of public landscape areas. A cmnprehensive community lighting plan shall be prepared for the Project, including the Village Commons and the neighborhood parks. Project lighting, other than street lighting, shall seek to avoid excessive light or glare during the Conditions of Approval Page 38 of 49 Revised August 21, 2000