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Resolution No. 92-104 Page Three Acquire scenic/conservation easements for private open space areas possessing exceptional natural, scenic, and/or vegetation or wildlife habitat qualities. Maintenance and liability should be the responsibility of the property owner. Landscaping located within the public right-of-way between private developments and the fronting street curb or pavement edge, excluding areas in front of soundwalls, should be maintained by the private owner. Landscaping located within the public right-of-way between soundwalls and the fronting street curb or pavement edge which does not exceed City maximum maintenance cost standards should be maintained by the City. Landscaping in front of soundwalls which does exceed City maximum maintenance cost standards should be maintained by the private owner. Soundwalls should be maintained by the private owner. Landscape islands within the public right-of-way should be maintained by the City. e Private open space areas should be maintained by the owner or a homeowners' association, unless: 1) the maintenance of substantial public amenities justifies the formation of a landscaping and lighting maintenance district; or 2) a homeowners' association is otherwise not needed, and a landscaping and lighting maintenance district is established in its place, with maintenance and administrative costs to be paid by the owner(s). Standards: Minimum width of restricted trail easements should be 20 feet. Minimum width of regular trail easements should be 100 feet. Trail use should be generally limited to pedestrians, equestrians, and bicyclists. feasible, trails should be made usable for disabled persons. Where Require a buffer zone around and maintained by the private property owner(s) for any dedicated open space adjacent to existing or proposed development.