Trees & Sustainability

Peach-colored gloves planting a seedling in the soil.

Protecting and Enhancing the Site's Natural Character

Protecting and enhancing the natural character of the site has been a guiding principle throughout the planning process.

The Magnolia has been carefully designed to preserve significant open space, strengthen long-term tree canopy, and reduce paved areas on the property.

The updated proposal relocates the building into the middle of the site, creates the required 50-foot setback, and incorporates a substantial tree easement and new plantings designed to protect and enhance the landscape over time.

Landscape plan showing various types of trees with their respective sizes and locations around a building, including Japanese Maple, Dogwood, Hemlock, Norway Spruce, White Pine, Sugar Maple, Oak, and Pine, Spruce, and Hemlock Trees.

A detailed site plan of a residential or commercial development incorporating buildings, green spaces, pathways, parking areas, and landscaping elements.

Enhanced Tree Canopy and Screening

The project includes a robust landscape and tree protection strategy, including a 50-foot tree easement and new evergreen plantings intended to create a strong long-term buffer. The proposed tree screening is designed to limit views of the new building from surrounding open-space areas and strengthen the connection between the site and its natural surroundings.

A detailed landscape plan showing streets, sidewalks, bike parking, gardens, and a fire lane.

The Magnolia Will…

Expand tree canopy coverage.
Increase landscaping throughout the site.
Reduce impervious surfaces.
Preserve significant open space.
Create opportunities for long-term canopy growth.
Establish enhanced tree protection measures.
Improve the environmental quality of the property.
Preserve 27 trees and add approx. 50 more

The result is a project that strengthens the site's environmental character while creating much-needed housing.