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etaining wall. The removal of the concrete patio will allow for more infiltration within<br />

the backshore. The new trees and associated root systems will help to stabilize the<br />

existing subgrade within the backshore and reduce potential erosion. Aspens are also<br />

associated with nitrogen-fixing bacteria in the soil, which helps to naturally fertilize the<br />

surrounding area eliminating the need for additional fertilizer. The additional pervious<br />

area, soil stabilization and natural fertilizing benefits of the aspen will be beneficial to<br />

the existing shorezone conditions and water quality.<br />

Required Actions: Staff recommends that the <strong>Hearings</strong> <strong>Officer</strong> take the following actions:<br />

I. Approve the findings contained in this staff summary, and a finding of no significant<br />

environmental effect.<br />

II.<br />

Approve the project, based on the staff summary, subject to the conditions contained in<br />

the attached Draft TRPA Permit.<br />

8 AGENDA ITEM NO. V.B.

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