Overland Park requires no replacement tree when a homeowner removes a tree. Replacement obligations run with an approved development landscaping plan, backed by a 25% cash escrow and a two-year maintenance period.
Section 18.450.090 treats trees and shrubs on an approved landscaping plan as project elements equal to parking and building materials. The developer, its successors and subsequent owners must maintain that landscaping for the life of the development, treat diseased material, and replace dead plants within the next planting season after installation. A cash escrow or letter of credit equal to 25% of initial landscaping cost is posted at final certificate of occupancy to secure replacement for two years, and may be forfeited if the work is not performed. Section 18.450.050 sets planting counts, including one street tree per 40 feet of frontage in residential districts. Chapter 7.16 imposes no replanting duty on a homeowner who removes a private tree.
Failure to replace plan-required landscaping violates the certificate of occupancy terms under 18.450.090.A and can forfeit the maintenance escrow.
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