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Riparian Buffers Modification & Mitigation Manual

On September 15, 2003 CBLAB approved the final draft of the

Riparian Buffers Modification & Mitigation Guidance Manual
(3 MB)

Or download individual chapters, as needed, below.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PREFACE

1 INTRODUCTION

2 RIPARIAN BUFFER FUNCTIONS AND VALUES

3 PERMITTED BUFFER MODIFICATIONS

4 PASSIVE RECREATION FACILITIES EXEMPTION

5 BUFFER MANAGEMENT

APPENDICES

A: Lists of Recommended Plants for Riparian Buffers
B: Invasive Alien Species
C: Planting Details
D: Vegetative Replacement Standards
E. Native Plant Nurseries
F. Buffer Zones & Functions
G. References
H. Glossary
I. Contributing Members

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