HomeMy WebLinkAboutSaddlebrook Open Space Report stamped approvedAPPROVED CITY OF CARMEL
TO: Carmel Subdivision Committee
FROM: Mike Stikeleather, Leeds I, LLC
SUBJECT: Open Space Conservation Report for
Saddlebrook at Shelborne, Phases III and IV
DATE: December 20, 2013
REVISED DATE: March 3, 2014
ATTACHMENTS: Exhibit A (8-1/2 X 11)
Site Context Plan (I I X 17)
OPEN SPACE:
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Open Space Priority Conservation Areas
Common Area A — Existing Wetland
The existing wetland is located at the northwest corner of the property and will provide a
beautiful and naturalized setting for the entrance of the project. There is a healthy and mature
stand of woodlands on two sides of this wetland. This area provides the community a natural
buffer from Shelbome Road.
Common Area C - Existing Legal Drain
The existing legal drain that runs through the property to includes some mature and young
woodland areas on its edges. An open space corridor (approx. 150' wide) will be conserved in
this area which often extends beyond the flood plain. Proper care will be taken in this area
during construction.
Existing Tree Preservation around perimeter of property
Fortunately, the perimeter of this property has a consistent stand of mature and young trees along
with scrub understory. These plants provide a natural buffer to the surrounding properties except
for utility and drainage corridors.
Other Project Open Spaces
Common Areas Fl and F2 - Lake #1 and Lake #2 Areas
As illustrated on the Conservation Plan, there are 2 lakes adjacent to the existing legal drain.
These two areas will provide an additional amenity for the residents in the middle and back
section of the development. Tree preservation will be designated during the earthwork and
construction process of these two areas.
Common Areas B, D, E (as labeled on Open Space Conservation Plan)
There are four smaller common areas located throughout the property that will provide additional
amenity and tree preservation opportunities. Common area B is located across from the existing
wetland area at the project entrance. This area will allow the entry road to be flanked by mature
and young existing trees on both sides and provide a natural feel for residents. Common area D
includes a short trail connection that will provide children within the community the opportunity
to walk to the nearby school. Common Area E borders the north end of the legal drain on the
east side.
Description of composition and conditions/ Woodland Evaluation Report
We have provided written and photographic descriptions of the major designed open space areas
within the development. These major areas include: (1) Existing Wetland Area, (2) Lake #1,
and (3) Lake #2. This information can be found in the Woodland Evaluation Report that will be
filed along with this document.
Reforestation Plans
Due to the considerable stand of existing trees on the property, there are not plans to implement
any form of reforestation practices.
MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION PLAN:
Staffing Needs
There will be an HOA established in this neighborhood development that will contract with a
qualified landscape contractor to maintain the quality of the existing and proposed open space
areas.
Insurance Requirements
There will be an insurance liability policy maintained on an annual basis that will provide
general safety and injury coverage for the open space areas. This is currently demonstrated in
the existing portion of the Saddlebrook at Shelburne community (Phases I and II).
Funding and Operation of Yearly Maintenance Costs
As mentioned above, a neighborhood HOA will be established and monthly/annual dues
assessed to the residents of the community. These monies will be allocated to the yearly
maintenance costs along with any planned capital improvements.
DOCUMENT PREPARED BY:
Caryn Atkinson, RLA
Start to Finish Landscaping, Inc.
3375 South 500 East
Whitestown, IN 46075
Mobile: 317.251.0818
EXiI BIT A
OPEN SPACE SCHEDULE
SUBDIVISION NAME: Saddlebrook at Shelbome, Sections 3 & 4
APPROVED CITY OF CARMEL
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1. SITE ACREAGE 40.25 f
2. ZONE DISTRICT S1
3- MIN MUM OPEN SPACE REQUIREMENT (SOSR)
15%
/ 6.04 acres
4. OPEN SPACE PROVIDED (OSP)
37%
/ 14.82 acres
5- PRIMARY CONSERVATION AREAS
❑ Well -lead protection Area
Be
FENIA/IDNR 100 year Floodway
V% FEMA/IDNR 100year Flood Fringe
W,
Wetlands (>1/4 ac.)
❑ White Rrvw Corridor
V
Scrub Woodland
❑ Steep slopes (10%)
Ve
Young Woodland
V Mature Woodland
❑
Historic Structures/Sites
❑ Special Opportunity Corridor (identify)
❑ Other
6. NATURAL OPEN SPACE PROVIDED
69% / 10-28 acres
7. AGRICULTURAL OPEN SPACE
-0- /-0- acres
8. DESIGNED OPEN SPACE
31 % / 4.54 sues
❑ Square ❑ Parks
Caeen
❑ Boulev d ❑ Greenbelt
- ❑ Paths
❑ Trails ❑ Golf Courses
de Pond (see below)
❑ Other
9. CONSERVANCY LOTS -0- no. lots acres
10. PONDS total measured perimeter (in linear fee[) 21170 I.f.
total measured accessible perimeter (not bounded) 270 Lf. 12% %
0
Chapter 7: Open Space Standards For Major Subdivisions
7.10
as amended per Z-346,- Z-458-04; Z-475-05; Z-483-05; Z-516-08. Z558-11; Z-577-13
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