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02114 - 3/4 2. Where exotic trees are removed in sensitive areas, they shall be cut as low as possible (within 4 inches of surrounding natural grade). In tree trimming, any cut of at least two (2) inches in diameter shall be cut flush to the main limb or trunk. All limbs shall be undercut to prevent bark teardown. All pruning shall be in conformance with ANSI A300 Pruning Standards. 3. In the event that the removal of exotic plant materials could damage any native trees or listed species, the CONTRACTOR shall notify the ENGINEER before proceeding further. 3.03 CLEARING AND BRUSH REMOVAL: A. The CONTRACTOR where necessary or required shall implement selective clearing methods conforming to the applicable requirements of ANSI Standards Z133.1, Z133.1a and A300. B. The CONTRACTOR may not burn combustible products of the clearing operation on the site 3.04 REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL: A. It shall be the CONTRACTOR's responsibility to remove and dispose of (in a legal manner) all mulch, cut branches, tree trunks and any other debris or solid waste at an approved disposal site. Limbs and any other debris/solid waste shall be disposed of by the CONTRACTOR and shall not be deposited into any trash container. Wood chips/mulch may be disposed of on OWNER’s property if directed by the ENGINEER B. The CONTRACTOR shall perform all work in conformance with all applicable regulations, ordinances and code requirements of the appropriate city, county, state and/or federal jurisdiction. Exotic/invasive plants are defined as Brazilian Pepper, Australian Pine, Melaleuca, or as directed by ENGINEER, and contract specifications. 3.05 TREE AND SHRUB PROTECTION: A. The CONTRACTOR shall exercise care to protect all trees and shrubs designated to remain. The CONTRACTOR shall perform WORK in conformance with the Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services' “Tree Protection Manual for Builders and Developers.” Where trees and shrubs are adjacent to construction, they shall be protected - where damaged, restored or replaced to original conditions. Trees or existing grade damaged on the construction site shall be restored to original condition. Tree limbs, which interfere with equipment operation and are approved for pruning, shall be neatly trimmed in accordance with NAA/ANSI standards. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for damages, maintenance, and protection of trees and shrubs to be protected. 3.06 GRADES: A. It shall be the responsibility of the CONTRACTOR to provide the final grading to conform to surrounding grades and to be at the proper elevation with relation to walks, paving, drainage structures and other site conditions, unless indicated otherwise. 3.07 HERBICIDE TREATMENT: A. The CONTRACTOR shall provide herbicide for stump eradication as approved by the ENGINEER. Use of herbicides shall be in accordance with the manufacturer’s