(1) The post-development view of the site from the roads should be as similar to the pre-development view as is practical.

(2) Avoid placing lots on ridgelines and other prominent topographic features to blend new development into the existing rural landscape.

(3) Landscaping, using both retention of existing vegetation and new plantings, shall soften and minimize the view of new development and preserve scenic views.

(4) Retain 50 percent of the overall tree canopy on the predevelopment site whenever feasible.

(5) Incorporate existing landscape features and structures into the site design to maintain rural character and the familiar landscape.

(6) Configure the clusters and lots to maintain the natural features of the site and minimize topographic alteration and clearing of existing vegetation.

(7) Avoid uniformity of cluster siting and building sites to provide visual diversity and maintain the dominance of natural features and open space in the rural area.

(8) Provide connectivity between open space tracts and natural habitat and wildlife corridors with adjacent properties whenever practical.

(9) Phase land disturbing activity site plans in accordance with any construction phasing.

(10) Avoid placement of impervious surfaces in areas appropriate for low impact development best management practices due to the capacity and ability of such areas to be used for infiltration and flow dispersal. (Added by Amended Ord. 08-087, Feb. 4, 2009, Eff date Apr. 5, 2009; Amended by Amended Ord. 10-023, June 9, 2010, Eff date Sept. 30, 2010; Amended by Ord. 10-024, June 9, 2010, Eff date Sept. 30, 2010; Amended by Ord. 15-103, Jan. 11, 2016, Eff date Jan. 22, 2016; Amended by Amended Ord. 17-070, Nov. 1, 2017, Eff date Dec. 1, 2017).