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2.4 The landscape design should aim to improve 3.3 When designing the proposed landscaping
the physical & visual relationship between scheme consider the following;
the proposed restaurant and the surrounding • Taking into consideration the proposed
environment. new external layout, where would be the
best positions for new planting beds to give
2.5 Establish whether the site has: conservation maximum impact?
area status or other planning designations, Tree • Identify areas where;
Preservation Orders (TPO) etc. • Existing planting is to be pruned back
(and to what height).
Section Three • Existing planting is to be removed and
Site Analysis Considerations replaced with lawn.
• Existing planting / lawn is to be replaced
3.1 These elements will provide a starting point with paving.
from which to develop proposed landscape • What is the available budget for the
treatments, and formulate a cost effective implementation of the landscaping scheme?
landscaping scheme. • Ensure the new landscaping scheme takes
into consideration the needs of the end user
3.2 Carry out site appraisal to establish the ie. ensure all signage, litter bins and corral
following; areas remain accessible.
- Are there opportunities to improve the visibility
of the restaurant by reducing the heights of
existing planting?
- Note the location and amenity value of any
trees on site.
- Are there any areas of planting that are
damaged or failing and require replacement?
- Are there any pest control or ‘litter trap’ issues
that need to be addressed ie. removal of
dense vegetation around periphery of site?
- Can all existing and proposed signage be
seen clearly?
- Are there any notifiable weeds on site i.e.
Japanese Knotweed?

C2.6 Soft Landscaping 1.0 08 October 2014