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Compiled Approved Plans - OPW19 0203.03 · OPW19/0203.03
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LANDSCAPE NOTES
EXTENT OF WORKS 7. Containerised plant material - supply and installation 10. Turf - supply and lay
All planting is to be carried out in a manner consistent with good horticultural practice. All plant stock is to be in Obtain turf from a specialist grower of cultivated turf.
Contractor shall allow to carry out items of landscaping as detailed on the Landscape Plans listed on 19269 Turf notes:
accordance with the scheduled nomenclature, well formed, hardened off nursery stock. They are to be container grown in
Cover Sheet CD-001. Contractor to ensure they have the latest issue of the documents prior to tendering and - "A" Grade Couch 'Wintergreen' turf as per Material Schedule with a minimum sod depth of 25 mm
potting mixture with a healthy root system and not pot bound. All pots shall be free of weeds and plant stock is to be free
construction. Contractor should also take full account of documentation of Architectural, Civil Engineering and - Turf to be laid within 24 hours of being cut and on day of delivery.
from living insects, pests and disease. All plants are to be fully sun or shade hardened-off to suit their on-site growing
Electrical Engineering Works which will be made available on site. Hard surface layout is to be at the discretion - Grade turf areas evenly with falls to drains.
position for a minimum period of 6 weeks. Contractor shall be responsible for replacing failed plant stock within the 12 - Allow for ground preparation and deposition of 75 mm imported premium quality garden loam topsoil.
of the Project Manager. Where there is conflicting information, contact the Landscape Architect.
month maintenance period. It is therefore recommended that the Contractor does not accept below Standard stock from - Apply 'turf starter' fertiliser prior to laying (as per Manufacturer's specifications).
the Nursery/Supplier. - Lay turf parallel to slope contours with staggered, close-butted joints so that the finished turf surface is
Landscape works for this contract are to include the following: Ensure sufficient supply of each species shown on the drawings is available to achieve the required layout and densities, flush with adjacent finished surfaces.
and in the event of supply for replacement stock due to failure, damage, unhealthy specimens or theft. Prior to plant stock - Turf to be laid 10mm proud of adjoining surfaces to allow for settling of topsoil and to ensure there is a
1. Co-ordination with other Trades and conduit installation arriving to site, a Nursery inspection including the Landscape Architect and Landscape Contractor is required. The plant flush finish at at the end of the maintenance period.
2. Excavation and Drainage of planting areas supplier is to ensure all stock (or good selection of stock) is present during the inspection. It is also recommended that the - Water in well and roll after laying to remove undulations - ensure all joins are gap-free. Top-dress any
3. Topsoil - Supply and incorporation Landscape Architect is on site to inspect plant stock and plant set out prior to planting. gaps or undulations with coarse washed sand.
4. Edging to planting areas where not already supplied - Keep lawn moist until established and rooted in. Install temporary barriersn(flagging tape) to ensure
5. Irrigation system Plant stock notes: walking and driving on turf areas is prevented and avoided.
6. Shaping of garden areas 1. Container sizes are noted as follows:- - Replace failed turf and relay with new turf.
7. Containerised Plant Material - Supply and installation - Pots in millimetres.
8. Organic Garden Mulch - Supply and Spread - Bags in litres. 11. Services
9. Bio Basin Requirements 2. Stock may be rejected if plants are:- The location of all underground or overhead services shown on these drawings are indicative only. They have
10. Turf - Supply and lay - Undersized proportional to specified container size or if the root system is underdeveloped. been incorporated at the design or Council Approval stage for general information. The Landscape Contractor
11. Install landscape pavements as shown on drawings - Oversized proportional to specified container size or severely root bound. shall be responsible for liaising with the Principal Contractor to determine where the 'As Constructed' location
12. Maintenance of landscape works (3 months) of all water, sewer, stormwater, electrical,communication or other existing services before commencing any
- Unbalanced or uncharacteristic of normal or specified growth pattern for the species.
excavation works.
- Not suitably acclimatised for the specific environment.
- Diseased, infested with pests or suffering from other form of significant stress. 12. MAINTENANCE OF LANDSCAPE WORKS
- Have poor root development or root defects.
1. Co-ordination with other trades 3. Substitution of specified plant species only by written instruction from Landscape Architect. Where directed by the Principal Contractor all must comply with soil and erosion control measures.
Contractor is to make full allowance for the reasonable activities of other trades.
The Landscape Contractor is to allow for topping up mulch, rectifying defects, top dressing sunken edges,
Contractor shall allow for the installation of electrical services for landscape lighting at the appropriate time in Implementation notes: replacing failed or under-performing plant stock at the end of the Maintenance Period. All Council controlled
the construction program. Contractor shall pay due consideration to installation of irrigation lines so as to Ensure all planting procedures result in healthy plant species within the prevailing soil, climatic and management works to be inclusive of a twelve (12) month maintenance program.
minimise disturbance to planted areas. The coordination of appropriate conduit lines forms part of this environment of this project. The following minimum is expected:
contract. Maintenance and Inspection Program
- Excavate a hole for each plant twice the diameter of the rootball and 100mm deeper than the root ball. Break up the
base of the hole to a further depth of 100mm and loosen the sides of the hole. Responsibility Weeks after practical completion Maintenance Inspection
Contractor shall take due care with any machinery to site. Particular care is to be taken with newly poured Frequency
- Remove the plant from the container with minimum disturbance to the root ball, place in final position, ensure
concrete curbing and with newly laid A.C. road surfacing. Any damage to existing structures or services will be Contractor 0-2 3 per week
rectified at the contractors expense. Any disputes will be settled by the site Superintendent. it is central and plumb. Ensure the root ball is level with the finished surface of the soil surrounding the hole or bed.
- Ensure correct placement of fertiliser and/or water retention additive as per manufacturer's specification and Contractor 3-4 2 per week
Contractor 5 - 13 1 per week
Removal of Debris requirements.
Contractor 14 - onwards As per established maintenance regime
Site is to be cleared and is to remain clear of any deleterious material prior to commencement and throughout - Thoroughly water plants immediately after planting and at such times during the contract period as required.
construction of landscape works. Planting areas are to contain planting and selected drainage materials only All large stock will require a minimum of 10ltrs of water and smaller stock 5ltrs of water at the time of planting. Maintenance Program General Notes
and are not to contain any building material waste. - Backfill with topsoil as specified. Lightly tamp and water thoroughly to eliminate any air pockets. Ensure that - Maintenance inspection frequencies are minimum.
topsoil is not placed over the top of the rootball. - Monitor plant performance and stress constantly and take appropriate remedial action. Soil moisture
2. Excavation and drainage of planting areas levels are critical during early establishment. Avoid over irrigating planting areas.
Break up and remove any asphalt, roadbase material or excess concrete slurry from kerbing works to achieve All tree stock within the landscape works must be healthy, true to form and free of defects. - Mow turf every 2 weeks.
required planting depths. Excavate site soil as required to ensure consistent high quality planting material. Roots should be of good form and free from circling, girdling, J-rooting or other defects/abnormalities. Contractor to tease - Prune and shape all shrubs and trees on a monthly basis as required.
Break up existing subgrade to a depth of 100mm. Any excavated planting areas are to be scarified at sides to out roots and prune as required to encourage healthy root development. Contractor is not to accept trees which are not of - Remove all stakes at 90 day inspection, or after satisfactory establishment.
provide anchorage for future root development. Additional excavation works will be required in areas of a high quality or grown to best horticultural practice. All tree stock to be inspected at unloading and prior to planting. - Fertilise all garden beds and street trees at 3 months.
advanced plant material. Trees that fail to meet the above criteria are not be planted and are to be returned to the Nursery/Supplier. - Contractor shall maintain an up to date written log book to record inspection observations and actions.
Drainage is to be incorporated to all planting areas that are enclosed by hard edging and not otherwise Collect all empty plant containers daily during planting operations and remove from site. - The log will be made available to the site superintendent, upon request, at any time for examination.
drained. Contractor should allow for drainage to all garden areas. Do not vary the plant locations from those specified on the drawings unless otherwise directed by the Superintendent.
Should it be necessary to vary the locations and spacing for any reason, immediately apply for directions by the Inspection Plan
3. Topsoil - supply and incorporation Superintendent. Replace failed or damaged plants. This does not include vandalised or stolen plant material - this will be The Contractor shall co-ordinate the following inspections with the site superintendent.
All soils are to comply with AS 4419 Table 1 (both site topsoil and imported topsoil) replaced prior to practical completion. - "Pre-start" - prior to commencement of works, for setout approval and construction timetable
Topsoil for garden areas should be a minimum 300mm depth. Where available maximise the use of soil from confirmation.
on site. Top soils are to be tested for horticultural suitability and receive appropriate amelioration if required. - Excavation inspection - at completion of excavation and drainage works and prior to topsoil addition.
Establishment notes:
All topsoil must be free from noxious weeds, rocks, roots, nut grass, rubbish or any other deleterious material. - Pre-planting inspection - at commencement of placement of advanced plant material.
The Establishment Period commences at the date of Practical Completion of Works.
Place all topsoil in the areas directed and specified. Ensure that the topsoil is spread and graded evenly to - Setout inspection - at first setout of containerised plant stock.
During the Establishment Period maintain best horticultural pratices including (but not limited to) the following items
prevent any ponding. Prevent excess compaction by construction plant. Stripped site topsoil needs to be - "On Maintenance" - at practical completion.
where required: watering, weeding, fertilising, pest and disease control, mulching, pruning, rubbish removal and keeping
stored in piles no greater than 2m high x 3m wide. Topsoil storage piles for storage greater than 4 months - "Off Maintenance" - 180 days after practical completion.
the site neat and tidy. rectify defects that become apparent in the works under normal use.
should be seeded with a suitable grass mix. Eradicate weeds using environmentally acceptable methods, such
as a non-residual Glyphosate herbicide in any of its registered formulae, at the manufacturer's recommended 8. Garden mulch - supply and spread MATERIALS & FINISHES SCHEDULE
maximum rate. Noxious weeds need to be screened out of the topsoil prior to placement. All mulch is to be free of deleterious or extraneous matter such as soil, weeds, rocks, and twigs. The finish level of the mulch CODE / ITEM REQUIREMENTS
Note soil types for GB1 and GB2 is to be level with the finish level of all adjacent surfaces after settlement allowances of the topsoil and mulch. Ensure all
mulch is placed clear of plant stems to avoid rotting at ground level. Mulch is to be coarse chipped forest mulch (a Garden Edge Type 1 100x38mm Treated Pine Timber Garden Edging surround with 500x38x38mm treated pine pegs at
4. Edging to planting areas (EG-1) Nom.1200mm centres. Refer to detail and specification
combination of wood, leaves and bark) with no more than 10% fines nominal 25-50mm size or approved equal.
Edging to Unit planting areas adjoining turf to be hardwood timber edge or equivalent or otherwise stated on Garden Edge Type 1 Spade Cut Garden Edge between turf and revegetation, refer to details shown on CD-300
Sample to be provided to Landscape Architect for approval prior to installation.
landscape plan. Line of edging to be set out and approved onsite by Landscape Architect prior to the (EG-2)
- Organic Mulch
construction. Turf Type 1 (T1) A-Grade Couch 'Wintergreen' Laid as per detail shown on CD-300
Mulch shall be to a predominant depth of 100mm. Mulch is to be formed to avoid placement against green plant
stems and overflow from purpose formed edges, kerbs and pathways. Garden Bed Type 1 300mm depth amended site or imported topsoil to specification, cover with 100mm of mulch
5. Irrigation (GB1)
Contractor is to install D&C fully automated irrigation system including pumps, valves, controllers and irrigation - Inorganic Mulch
River pebble mulch is to be placed in garden areas as shown on landscape plan. Mulch is to be oversize 100 to 150 Garden Bed Type 2 As per GB1 with jute mesh laid over mulch on batters. Lay across slope and pin fix per manufactures
components. Refer to separate Irrigation Performance Specification. Connection provided to storage tanks and (GB2) details
town water supply. mm well rounded Mary River gravel.
Mulched Pathway (M1) 100mm forest chipped mulch laid on site topsoil for access pathway / building setback
9. BASIN: Bio Basin filter media to contain 5% organic matter to support plant growth as per Water by Design Guidelines. Gravel Pathway Mary River Pebble 20-40mm Dia laid 100mm thick on compacted subgrade. Allowance for informal
6. Shaping of garden areas
Provide filter media test results to confirm organic content. Plant Macrophytes with pre-soaked water retentive material (Informal) (GR1) pathways to maintenance access through garden beds
Planting areas are to be finished in a well mounded fashion to facilitate drainage of excess water and to show
such as coir and slow release plant starter fertiliser. Ensure basins are watered twice weekly through establishment period. Bio Basin Mulch to be 100mm thick coarse straw / sugar cane mulch with minimal fines. Secure with jute mesh
planting to best advantage. Mounds to be generally of 1:3 max and 1:5 minimum at time of practical
netting. Pin twice recommended rate to prevent the mesh from lifting.
completion. Contractor is to seek confirmation of finished levels prior to final plantings and application of
mulch.
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NOOSA COUNCIL
APPROVED PLAN APPROVAL ONLY
Revision Date Amendment Drawn Checked
LANDSCAPE NOTES OPW19/0203 14 JAN 2020 NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION
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27.08.2019
28.08.2019
13.11.2019
Preliminary - For Discussion
For Approval
RFI Reponse - For Approval
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64 Gateway Drive, Noosaville
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JOB NUMBER: 19269 CLIENT NAME: AFT 64 GD Trust
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