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BEsT MANAGEMENT PRACTICEs HANDbooK - Tahoe BMP

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Before using turf on small commercial or residential projects, consider the following:Will the turf area be used for active recreation?Is the turf area in close proximity to structures, providing necessary fire defensiblespace?Is the turf area located well outside of SEZs, the backshore, and the associatedsetbacks?Is the turf area being used as accent vegetation?If you answer “no” to these questions, consider more lake-friendly alternatives such nonturfbunchgrasses, wildflowers, and other native plants.5.3.2 PROTECTING, ESTABLISHING, AND MAINTAINING VEGETATIONVegetation establishment is challenging in a dry mountain climate, therefore itis essential to protect existing vegetation from disturbance to the greatest extentpossible. Uncommon or sensitive species, such as SEZ vegetation, have specialprotection and should be protected from any site disturbance – see the TRPACode of Ordinances for more detail.Before construction, minimize the disturbance footprint by fencing off existingvegetation not intended for removal and prevent vehicle traffic permanently byinstalling parking and vehicle barriers.Extend protective fencing to the width of the dripline to ensure adequate protection ofroots.TRPA <strong>BMP</strong> HandbookCHAPTER 5: Soil and Vegetation Management2012 Page 5-7

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