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NAKHEEL ASSET MANAGEMENT & DESIGN JUMEIRAH VILLAGE LANDSCAPE DESIGN CODE 1/39

Asset Management & Design Villa and Townhouse plots

LANDSCAPE DESIGN CODE


CONTENTS

1.0 Purpose

2.0 Applicability

3.0 Design Provisions

Appendix 1 – Landscape Concept Design:

(a) Planting Zones Layout

(b) Sketches

Appendix 2 – Recommended Planting Species List

Appendix 3 – Water Tank Location Plans

Appendix 4 –Irrigation Installation Guidelines

Appendix 5 – Landscape NOC approval: Documents to be submitted to Trakhees

Appendix 6 – Landscape Contractors- Advice to Residents on Engaging Qualified Contractors

This Landscape Design Code forms part of the Development Control Regulations for Jumeirah Village, and pursuant to section 2.2 of the Master Declaration of Jumeirah Village, has the force and effect of those Development Control Regulations.

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Design & Planning Nakheel Asset Management & Design (NAMAD)

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Dr Rula Sadik Director – Design & Planning

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Essam Hassan Saleh Director – Community Management

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Abdulrahman Kalantar Managing Director - NAMAD


JUMEIRAH VILLAGE LANDSCAPE DESIGN CODE 1.0 Purpose

The Purpose of the Jumeirah Village Landscape Design Code is to provide a comprehensive overview of the standards of landscape development permitted on Villa and Townhouse plots, to ensure that the suburban neighborhood character of these areas is maintained in a manner that is both complementary to the design of the community and responsive to a sustainable environment.

2.0 Applicability

This Code will apply to proposals for landscape works within all Villa and Townhouse plots at Jumeirah Village. The landscape on third party plots will be assessed in accordance with the provisions of the relevant Development Control Regulations.

Please note that while the Code may specify that particular works are acceptable, formal approval from the regulatory authority TRAKHEES must be obtained before landscape works can commence. In addition, landscape works to properties will void any applicable Defect Liability Period, & any guarantees or warranties applicable for these parts of the property modified.

Utility Loads

Please note that any water or electricity consuming landscape items will draw down limited utility capacity. In particular, water features and swimming pools may require that utility consumption reports be prepared by a suitably qualified professional. In some cases the ability to undertake extensions to the villa will be compromised by the water and electricity demand of the landscape/pool equipment and should be carefully considered. In some cases available utility capacity will not permit desired features, pool size or associated electrical equipment, particularly if villa extensions are also desired or have been carried out.

Damage to Community property (footpath, infrastructure and utilities etc.):

• All works are to be undertaken in accordance with a logistics plan submitted with the application for landscaping approval.

• Any use of Common Use Area (footpath, road etc.), other than for access, is to have prior approval of the Community Manager – and all required bonds are to be in place prior to commencement of works.

• All damages to Community assets, including where cleaning or rubbish removal is required, will be the responsibility of the resident contracting the works to rectify and/or pay for.

3.0 Design Provisions 3.1 General Provisions

Type Design Parameters & Requirements

1. Landscape Design

General:

• No landscaping work is permitted to be carried out by residents on the footpath, road verge or any other Common Use Facility area. This includes plantings, grasses (whether natural or not), paving, tiling, lighting/other electrical work, or any other type of work

• Landscape design is to be coordinated with underground service corridors, utilities and manhole covers. No work is to limit access to infrastructure

• All plumbing and electrical fittings associated with the landscape elements are to be installed by a suitably qualified and licensed tradesman and placed so are accessible for inspection and maintenance

• Contractors must undertake works in accordance with the Nakheel Landscape Management Regulation 01 (LMR01)

• Existing hardscape areas in private landscape may be modified provided homeowner submits all necessary drawings showing layout, pattern, materials selection for Trakhees approval

Front fences:

• The front fences are not to be altered, unless by way of a temporary alteration (e.g. removal of


metal inserts/gates) required for site works

• Addition of glass/plastic/polycarbonate/metal sheeting to the fence is not allowed

• Landscape hedging may be provided along the villa side of the fence as a privacy solution – refer to Recommended Planting Species List in Appendix 2

Side boundary walls:

• The side boundary walls are not to be altered, with the exception of render / colour application in locations that are not visible from adjacent Common Use Areas

• Built structures such as water features raised garden beds etc. must not be directly affixed to the boundary walls without suitable water barriers in place (see item 5-waterproofing)

2. Soft Landscape

Planting Design:

• Planting design is to be undertaken in accordance with the planting zone layout in Appendix 1

• Plant species are to be in accordance with the Preferred Species Planting List in Appendix 3

• Consideration should be given to planting of trees/shrubs on the western side of buildings to reduce heat build-up within buildings/plots during afternoon hours where building orientation & citing permits.

• Potted & perimeter planting is encouraged to soften the impact of any hard landscape area

• It is recommended that plants with spiky or poisonous plant parts are avoided adjacent to pedestrian walkways and children play areas

• Lawn areas should be minimized except where recreation areas are required. Lawn requires frequent mowing and fertilizing, in addition to the high water demand

• Irrigated areas, including lawns and gardens, should be designed to avoid width/length of less than 3.0m, to prevent overspray and spillage of water from sprinklers onto adjacent hard landscape areas and, in the case of lawns, for ease of mowing

• The use of seasonal groundcovers are not recommended as they require replacement every 3 months, and continuous fertilization and irrigation

• Design of trees/shrubs species mix and placement should ensure enough spacing for proper root and canopy growth

• Placing palms directly into a lawn area should be avoided to prevent trunk rot from the lawn sprinkled water (this is not applicable where sub surface irrigation is installed). The aim should be to protect the trunk by planting groundcover or shrub at 1.0m radius around the palm

• Trees with vigorous roots properties, such as Ficus or Conocarpus species, should not be planted adjacent building foundations, boundary walls, water features etc. in order to prevent any root damage to the structure

• Species selection and placement should ensure that each plant’s canopy, or root spread, does not encroach into the neighbor’s plot

Planting Details:


• To provide optimum growth of roots and proper plant establishment in the ground, it is recommended that pit sizes are as follows:

- Palm: 1.5mx1.5mx1.5m

- Tree: 1.2mx1.2mx1.2m

- Shrub/succulent:: 0.5mx0.5mx0.5m

- Groundcover/Climbers/Grasses: 0.3mx0.3mx0.3m

- Lawn: 0.3m depth

• It is recommended that 2 stakes per tree be installed initially for proper root anchoring and establishment

• It is recommended bounding grass areas to planting beds by installing mowing edge (polyethylene edge, or stone pavers) to prevent lawn’s rhizome from invading/spreading to the garden planting, and increasing maintenance requirement of that area

Planting Soil Mix:

• Agricultural soil is to be from a source approved by Dubai Municipality, as this soil is fertile and suitable for planting

• It is recommended to apply soil amendments (organic manure, fertilizers) to improve soil physical and chemical properties. Amendments will provide nutrients to the roots of plants, and will increase the water holding capacity of the soil

• Application rates of organic manure are recommended as follows (1 bag=25kg)

- Tree: 12.5 kg per tree

- Palm: 25 kg per palm

- Shrub/groundcover: 6.25 kg per plant

- Lawn: 0.2 kg per m2

3. Irrigation General:

• Boring wells to discharge underground water for irrigation is prohibited

• An automated irrigation system is recommended over ‘hand’ watering as it regulates the water application rates and timings to maximize water savings (and therefore lowers the on-going running costs of irrigating planted areas)

• All irrigation equipment (timers, solenoid valve boxes, BCDs) are to be placed within the plot area, not in Common Use Area

• It is recommended to install a leak detection system on the irrigation system to automatically switch off the irrigation in the case of a leak to avoid wasting water

• Typical drip and sprinkler automatic irrigation system is recommended

• An automatic irrigation system is encouraged as method of irrigating planted areas. Refer to Appendix 4 for (a) the long term water and cost savings associated with subsurface and/ or drip irrigation, and (b) recommended specifications of these irrigation method

Irrigation Water Source:

• Use of treated sewage effluent (TSE) for irrigation is recommended if a TSE connection is provided


by the master developer for private villa use

• Use of ‘Grey water’ generated from within the private plot is encouraged as a sustainable irrigation water source, if properly treated to meet Trakhees environmental requirements. It should be noted that adequate grey water needs to be generated within the household for this option to successfully operate. For example, when treated properly, approximately 150 lit/day/per person of irrigation grey water can be generated which is enough to supply irrigation for 15 m² of planted area. The treatment of grey water will require an underground storage tank with filtration system which may involve a higher initial cost, but can result in significant long term savings on the purchasing of alternative water for irrigation (e.g. potable or TSE water)

• Water tanks for the storage of grey water must be placed underground, and must incorporate a filtration system and an overflow connection to the sewer network. The tank size is not to exceed the anticipated volume of water that can be used within a 24 hour period. An ionizing device is to be installed to reduce the possibility of human contamination through contact with untreated grey water

• Use of potable water for irrigation is not preferred. If potable water is used for irrigation and the connection is made to the same storage tank as that used for domestic use, it is mandatory to provide a backflow prevention device to avoid contaminating potable water. It is recommended to provide a level switch in the tank in order to maintain a minimum amount of water for domestic use

4. Grading & Drainage

• All hard surface slopes are to fall away from building and away from at-grade water bodies (swimming pools / water features).

• It is recommended that all hard areas fall towards planted / lawn areas.

• Pervious pavement (such as paving on compacted sub-base as opposed to paving on concrete slab) is preferred as it encourages on site infiltration and reduces water run-off.

• It is recommended that slopes for various landscape areas are as follows:

- Paved areas generally be 1% minimum 2% maximum slope to drain

- Planting areas (shrubs / groundcovers) 5% maximum

- Planting areas (lawn) 8% maximum


5. Water-proofing

• Irrigation and landscape structures (planters, water features etc) are to incorporate appropriate water proofing to prevent the undermining (through water saturation) of adjoining structures, such as the villa itself or the side boundary fences

• Maximum allowable retaining wall height, planter wall height or water feature wall height is 60cm

6. Shade

• Shade canopies can take many forms (tree canopy, pergolas, trellis, tensile shade structure, etc)

• The use of shade cover can provide protection from the sun and from wind exposure

• When selecting material of shade canopies consideration must be given to the exposure to the climatic factors of the site: hot temperatures, humidity, sandy and salt laden winds. Materials selected should be sealed, UV resistant, and anti corrosive, as well aesthetically appropriate to their location and function.

• Detached shade structures are to comply with the following requirements:

- Setback of shade structure support is to be at least 2 metres from the property line at the rear of the plot and 2.0 min from side boundaries.

- A shade structure can be affixed to the building structure as long as it complies with the above setback criteria.

- Shade structures cannot be fixed to the boundary walls.

- Overall shade structure height is not to exceed 3.2 metres

- Shade structures are to be placed so as not to negatively impact drainage on any adjacent plot by diversion or impoundment of storm water flows

- Shade structures are to be generally open; however, if screened to sides, a minimum of 50% opening is required.

- No shade structures are permitted in the front of the property,


7. Lighting • Low voltage (DC) lighting is preferred

• Solar powered garden lights should be used in preference to hard wired lights where possible

• Lighting is to be contained within the plot boundaries and not shine on, spill onto or produce unnecessary glare upon neighboring properties, and Common Use Areas

8. Swimming pool areas & water features

General:

• Pool location must accommodate all services / utility corridors

• Pool surrounds must incorporate non slippery, durable, paving materials suitable for exterior use

• The edge of swimming pool basin or water feature that does not comply with Section 5 is to be at least 2m distance from boundary wall unless supporting engineering details are provided.

Swimming Pools:

• Off-site pre-fabricated swimming pools are recommended due to their relative ease and speed of installation and the quality control associated with off-site manufacturing.

• Pool safety must be considered and incorporated into the design, with suitable child resistant access prevention systems, to allow for secure and restricted access from the adjacent public area. It is recommended that when pools are not in use they are concealed with a safety pool cover (this will also minimize evaporation, and therefore ongoing operation costs). These are typically anchored to a deck with straps that pull the cover taut over the pool water basin.

• When subsequent landscape design requires decommissioning and back filling of an existing swimming pool then at a minimum 45cm of the top of the pool shell is to be removed and a drainage hole allowed at the base.

Water Features:

• It is preferable that water feature basins have water level of 300mm ≤ as per international regulations, and incorporate suitable child safety measures

• Water feature/s should be mindful of adjacent neighbors with respect to noise and running times. An in-situ filtering system may be required dependent upon size (2 m2 +)

9. Water saving strategies

Water saving strategies will ensure lower monetary costs, enhance environmental performance and garden growth though better directed water usage, and will enhance the re-sale value of the property. Some suggested strategies to the residents are to:


• Install an automated drip/subsurface irrigation system, and split irrigation daily water supply into separate applications timings. Watering can be limited to evening or early morning hours, when wind and temperatures are low, lowering the amount of water lost through evaporation

• Install soil with high organic matter content such as soil mix with bark or manure. This will increase the water holding capacity of the soil, and reduce irrigation requirements

• Install low density planting to reduce the total quantity of plants, reducing the volume of water required.

• Select drought tolerant plants such as succulents, indigenous shrubs/trees and limit use of exotic palms and plant species

• Cover all planting areas (except lawn and groundcover) with bark mulch, to retain the soil moisture. Placing mulch around planting can reduce the water evaporation up to 70%

• Install artificial turf or limit the area of turf to recreational zones only

• Keep the lawn mowing height to greater than 2 centimeters; lawns mowed shorter than 2 centimeters are likely to lose more water to evaporation

• Limit the use and area of water features, to reduce the supply of water, and volume of water lost from evaporation

• Collect rainwater runoff to reuse for irrigation and water feature

• Limit the planting area, introducing permeable surfaces such as gravel, or compacted soil

• Limit swimming pool water loss by evaporation, through canopy shading, tensile structures/pergolas, or through use of a pool cover, which can reduce evaporation by up to 80%

• If draining of the pool is required, neutralize the acids and restrict chemical use prior to draining to allow the water to be used for constructive purposes, such as watering the lawn

10. Tips for maintaining a healthy garden

To maintain a healthy garden, the resident should:

• Choose suitable plants that are adapted to the regional climatic conditions. Refer to Recommended Planting Species List, Appendix 2

• During selection and installation of plants in the garden ensure that the plants do not show signs of poor growth due to nutrient deficiency or pest infestation, and reject all plants that show symptoms such as chlorotic leaves, yellow/black/rusted dots, holes/fissures in trunk of trees/palms, powdery growth on twigs and leaves etc. Holes on the trunk are signs of dangerous pests that are hard to control and treat, and trees/palms specimens with signs of holes should be rejected

• Inspect regularly plants against unusual signs of defects or poor growth, and report to the Landscape Contractor on first signs of plant disease infection. Community users and villa owners are responsible for any pest control required within the boundaries of their own


property, and may become liable for damages caused through negligent introduction of pests and/or disease by them or their contractor.

• Follow up with Landscape Contractor to correct deficiencies (fertilizer applications, diseased plants, irrigation system) during the contractually agreed warranty period, and during the contractually agreed maintenance period

• Report any palm infection to the Community Manager, for the overall benefit of the community. All palms that are infected or suspected of being infected must be removed or treated in a controlled manner in accordance with the requirements of Trakhees, (Environmental Health and Safety Department), the regulatory body responsible for the Jumeirah Village Community. In some instances removal of infected palm trees is necessary as there is a serious danger of proliferation of the pest to the rest of the community.

• Actively check that all irrigation zones, valves and pumps are operational and providing proper coverage within the limitation of the installed irrigation system

• Not turn off electricity from automated irrigation system when absent from your home for an extended period of time

• Empty pool and water feature from water when absent from home for an extended period of time, or otherwise ensure proper automated filtering and maintenance inspections from a qualified property maintenance provider

11. Privacy • Soft landscaping is to be used as first preference to reduce opportunities for overlooking into and from private courtyards and neighbouring residential dwellings

• If built structures are desired to reduce privacy concerns, lattice structures are preferred, located at least 2m away from fences, with a maximum allowable height of 3.2m

12. Other Detached External Structures

Tool shed, external Kitchen etc.:

Detached buildings will form part of the built up area of a villa and will attract added services charges, where that charge is based on floor areas. The design parameters for external landscape associated buildings are:

• Maximum dimensions 3m x 3m x 3m (H x W x L)

• Style – the design and finishes must complement the existing villa styling & finishes. A prefabricated tool shed is acceptable where within required dimensions. The colour should match or


complement the villa colour

• Location behind front building line or in rear yard, avoiding sub-surface water tank manholes (refer to Appendix 3)

• Outdoor kitchen – smoke/odor filtering exhaust system is required


APPENDIX 1 – LANDSCAPE CONCEPT DESIGN (a) Planting Zones Layout


APPENDIX 1 – LANDSCAPE CONCEPT DESIGN (b) Sketches


APPENDIX 2 – RECOMMENDED PLANTING SPECIES LIST Palms Species Species Species

Bismarckia nobilis (Bismarck Palm) Mature Height: up to 7 m Spread: 2-10 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: A

Hyophorbe lagenicaulis (Bottle Palm) Mature Height: 3-6 m Spread: 1-2 m Planting spacing min 1m Features: A

Pritchardia pacifica (Fiji Fan Palm) Mature Height: 6-9 m Spread: 5-6 m Planting spacing: min 2m Features: A

Caryota mitis (Fishtail Palm) Mature Height: up to10 m Spread: 2-4 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: A, Sc,Sh

Livistona chinensis (Fountain Palm) Mature Height: 6-15 m Spread: 3-5 m Planting spacing: min 4m Features: A, W, Sal

Rhapis excelsa (Lady Palm) Mature Height: 2 m Spread: 2-3 m Planting spacing: min 1m Features: A, Bd, Sh

Chamaerops humilis (Mediterranean Fan Palm) Mature Height: 4-7 m Spread: 1-3 m Planting spacing: min 2m Features: A, Sal,W

Dypsis decaryi (Triangle Palm) Mature Height: 4-7 m Spread: 1-3 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: A,W

Roystonea regia (Royal Palm) Mature Height: 18-30 m Spread: 9 m Planting spacing: min 6m Features: A

Chrysalidocarpus lutescens (Areca Palm) Mature Height: 9 m Spread: 5 m Planting spacing: min 1.5m Features: A, Bd, Sh

Phoenix canariensis (Canary island Palm) Mature Height: 8-10 m Spread: 4-6 m Planting spacing: min 6m Features: A

Sabal palmetto (Sabal Palm) Mature Height: 3-7.5 m Spread: 2m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: A, Sal, W


Cocos nucifera (Coconut Palm) Mature Height: 20-30 m Spread: 8-12 m Planting spacing: min 6m Features: A, W, Sal, Ca

Phoenix dactylifera (Date Palm) Mature Height: 10-15 m Spread: 5-7 m Planting spacing: min 6m Features: I, W, Dr, Ca

Washingtonia filifera (California Fan Palm) Mature Height: 12-18 m Spread: 5-6 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: A, W, Sal, Ca

Cycas revoluta (Sago palm) Mature Height: 3 m Spread: 2 m Planting spacing : min 1m Features: A, Ct

Phoenix roebelenii (Pigmy Date Palm) Mature Height: 2-4 m Spread: 1-2 m Planting spacing: min 1.5 m Features: A, Ct, Sh

Washingtonia robusta (Mexican Fan Palm) Mature Height: 18-27 m Spread: 5-6 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: A, A, W, Sal, Ca

Wodyetia bifurcata (Foxtail Palm) Mature Height: 7-19 m Spread: 3 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: A, Sh

A: Accent; Bd: Bedding; Ca: Canopy Tree; Ct: Container; F: Fragrance; Dr: Drought tolerance; H: Hedge; I: Indigenous; Ro: Invasive roots; Sal: Salt tolerance; Sc: Screening; Sh: Shade tolerance; St: Soil stabilization; Th: Thorn; W: Wind tolerance


Ornamental Trees Species Species Species

Acacia Arabica (As sant al Arabi) Mature Height: 7-12 m Spread: 8 m Planting spacing: min 35m Features: I, Sal, W, A, Sc, Th, F

Albizia lebbeck (Labkh) Mature Height: 15-20 m Spread: 8-15 m Planting spacing: min 5m Features: A, Ca

Casuarina equisetifolia (Kaswarina) Mature Height: up to 25 m Spread: 2-3 m Planting spacing: min 2m Features: I, Sc, St, W, Sal

Acacia tortillis (Samur) Mature Height: 3-7 m Spread: 3-7 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: I, Sal, W, A, Sc, Th

Azadirachta indica (Neem Tree) Mature Height: 6-8 m Spread: 10 m Planting spacing: min 5m Features: A ,Ca, F

Cordia sebestena (Geiger Tree) Mature Height: 8-10 m Spread: 2-3 m Planting spacing: min 2m Features: A

Acacia saligna (Akasya Salijna) Mature Height: 7-8 m Spread: 5-7 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: I, Sal, W, A, Sc, Th

Cassia fistula (Golden Shower) Mature Height: 7-12m Spread: 4-6 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: A

Delonix regia (Royal Poinciana) Mature Height: up to12 m Spread: 8-10 m Planting spacing: min 5m Features: A, Ca

Ficus benjamina (Weeping Fig) Mature Height: 10-15 m Spread: 2-5 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: A, Ro, Sc,H

Peltophorum inerme (Yellow Poinciana) Mature Height: 12-15 m Spread: 7 m Planting spacing: min 5m Features: Ca, W

Tabebuia argentea (Caribean Golden Tree) Mature Height: 6-8 m Spread:3- 6 m Planting spacing: min 5m Features: A, Sc, W


Ficus microcarpa (nitida) (Indian Laurel Fig) Mature Height: 5-10 m Spread: 7-8 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: A, Ca, Ro, Sc

Plumeria obtusa (Temple Tree) Mature Height: 5-8 m Spread: 2-4 m Planting spacing min 2m Features: F, Sp

Tabebuia rosea (Trumpet Tree) Mature Height: 7-10 m Spread: 3-5 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: A, Sc

Leucaena glauca (Horse Tamarind) Mature Height: 8 m Spread: 4-6 m Planting spacing :min 3m Features: A, Ca Dr, Sal, St, Sc

Plumeria rubra acutifolia (Frangipani) Mature Height: 2-6 m Spread: 2-4 m Planting spacing: min 2m Features: A, F

Tamarindus indica (Tamr Hindi) Mature Height: 10-15 m Spread: 4-7 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: A,W, Sc, Ca

Melia azedarach (Chinaberry) Mature Height: 12-15 m Spread: 6-9 m Planting spacing: min 5m Features: A, Sc, Ca, F

Schinus terebinthifolius (Brazillian Pepper Tree) Mature Height: 6-8 m Spread: 5 m Planting spacing: min 5m Features: A, Sh, Sc, W

Terminalia catappa (Indian Almond) Mature Height: up to 25m Spread: 6-9 m Planting spacing: min 5m Features: A, Ca, Dr, Sal, Sc, W

Millingtonia hortensis (Jasmine Tree) Mature Height: 12-15 m Spread:2-5 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: A, Sc,F

Sesbania sesban (Egyptian riverhemp) Mature Height: 4-7 m Spread: 2-5 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: Dr, Sal, Sc, St, W

Thespesia populnea (Portia Tree) Mature Height: 6-10 m Spread: 4-6 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: Dr, Sc, St

Moringa peregrina (Yasar) Mature Height: 6-9 m Spread: 2-5 m Planting spacing: min 5m Features: I, Dr, Sal,Sc

Spathodea campanulata (African Tulip) Mature Height: 15-20 m Spread: 3-5 m Planting spacing: min 5m Features: A, Sc,W,Ca

Parkinsonia aculeata (Jerusalem’s thorns) Mature Height: 4-8m Spread:5-8m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: A, Ca, Dr, Sal, Th, W


Callistemon viminalis (Weeping Bottle Brush) Mature Height: 8-10 m Spread: 5m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: A

Syzigium cumini (Java Plum) Mature Height: 2-4 m Spread: 1-3 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: H, Sp

A: Accent; Bd: Bedding; Ca: Canopy Tree; Ct: Container; Dr: Drought tolerance; F: Fragrance H: Hedge; I: Indigenous; Ro: Invasive roots; Sal: Salt tolerance; Sc: Screening; Sh: Shade tolerance; St: Soil stabilization; Th: Thorn; W: Wind tolerance


Fruit Trees Species Species Species Carica papaya (Papaya) Mature Height: 2-5 m Spread: 7-10 m Planting spacing: min 1.5m Features: A,Fr

Ficus carica (Common Fig) Mature Height: 8-10 m Spread: 3-5 m Planting spacing min 3m Features: A, Dr, Sh

Punica granatum (Pomegranate) Mature Height: 5-8 m Spread: 3-5 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: A, Ct,Sh

Citrus aurantium (Sour Orange) Mature Height: up to 9 m Spread: 3-4m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: A, Ct, F, Th

Mangifera Indica (Mango) Mature Height: up to 20 m Spread: 3-5 m Planting spacing: min 5 m Features: Sc, Sh, A

Ziziphus jujuba (Siddr) Mature Height: 5-10 m Spread: 3-5 m Planting spacing: min 5m Features: Ca, Dr, Sc,W, Th

Citrus sinensis (Navel Orange) Mature Height: 3-4 m Spread: 7-10 m Planting spacing: min 3 m Features: A,Ct,F

Morus sp. (Mulberry) Mature Height: up to 15 m Spread: 8-12 m Planting spacing: min 5m Features: A, Ca, Dr

Ziziphus spina-christii (Jujube, Siddr) Mature Height: 6-12 m Spread: 5-8 m Planting spacing: min 5m Features: I, Ca, Dr, Sc,W, Th

Citrus limone (Lemon) Mature Height: 3-6 m Spread: 3-4 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: A, Ct, F

Olea europea (Olive) Mature Height: 5-10 m Spread: 8 m Planting spacing: min 3m Features: A, Ct, Dr, Sal, W

A: Accent; Bd: Bedding; Ca: Canopy Tree; Ct: Container; Dr: Drought tolerance; F: Fragrance ;H: Hedge; I: Indigenous; Ro: Invasive roots; Sal: Salt tolerance; Sc: Screening; Sh: Shade tolerance; St: Soil stabilization; Th: Thorn; W: Wind tolerance


Shrubs Species Species Species Acalypha hispida (Chenille Plant) Mature Height: 4 m Spread: 1m Planting density: 4no/m2 Features: Sh, H,Sc

Bougainvillea sp. (Bougainvillea) Mature Height: 3 m Spread: 1-2 m Planting density: 1 no/m2 Features: Bd, H, St, Sal, Dr

Cestrum diurnum (Day King) Mature Height: 3 m Spread: 1 m Planting density: 2 no/m2 Features: F, Sh, Ct, Bd

Acalypha wilkesiana (Copper Leaf) Mature Height: 3 m Spread: 1m Planting density: 4no/m2 Features: Sh, H

Bougainvillea pixie (Pink Pixie) Mature Height: 3-5 m Spread: 1-2 m Planting density: 1no/m2 Features: A, Bd, Ct, Dr

Cestrum nocturnum (Night Queen) Mature Height: 3 m Spread: 3 m Planting density: 2no/m2 Features: F, Sh, Ct, Bd

Allamanda cathartica (Golden Trumpet) Mature Height: 4-6 m Spread: 1-2 m Planting density: Features: Sh, H,Bd

Carissa macrocarpa (Natal Plum) Mature Height: 3 m Spread: 0.5 m Planting density: 3no/m2 Features: H, Sp

Clerodendrum inerme (Wild Jasmine) Mature Height: 2-3m Spread: 450 m Planting density: 4no/m2 Features: H, Sc, Sal

Atriplex canescens (Fourwing Saltbush) Mature Height: 2-3 m Spread: 3 m Planting density: 2 no/m2 Features: Dr, H, Sal, Sc, St, W

Caesalpinia pulcherrima (Peacock Flower) Mature Height: 3 m Spread: 3 m Planting density: 1 no/m2 Features: H, Sc

Codiaeum variegatum (Croton) Mature Height: 2-3 m Spread: 1 m Planting density: 5 no/m2 Features: Sh, Bd, Ct

Atriplex lentiformis (Big Saltbush) Mature Height: 3 m Spread: 1m Planting density: 2no/m2 Features: I,Dr, H, Sal, Sc, St, W

Callistemon lanceolatus (Bottle brush) Mature Height: 2-6 m Spread: 4 m Planting density: 3no/m2 Features: Sc, W, Sal, Bd,

Crinum asiaticum (Spider lily) Mature Height: 2 m Spread: 1-1.5 m Planting density: 3no/m2 Features: Bd, Sh,A


Species Species Species Bougainvillea glabra (Paper Flower) Mature Height: 2 m Spread: 1-2 m Planting density: 3no/m2 Features: Ct, H, Dr

Jasminum sambac (Arabian Jasmine) Mature Height: 1.5-3 m Spread: 1 m Planting density: 5no/m2 Features: Ct, F, Sh, Bd, Ct, A

Dodonaea viscosa (Florida Hopbush) Mature Height: 2-4m Spread: 1-3m Planting density: 2no/m2 Features: I,Dr, H, Sal, Sc, St, W

Duranta repens (Sky Flower) Mature Height: 3 m Spread: 3 m Planting density: 4no/m2 Features: H

Ixora coccinea (Jungle Flame) Mature Height: 1-3 m Spread: 1-1.5 m Planting density: 5no/m2 Features: Sh, H, Bd

Myrtus communis (Myrtle) Mature Height: 3-4.5 m Spread: 3-4 m Planting density: 5no/m2 Features: H, F, Sc

Tabernaemontana divaricata (Crepe Jasmine) Mature Height: 2-3 m Spread: 1 m Planting density: 2no/m2 Features: H, Sc, W

Heliconia psittacorum (Parrot’s Flower) Mature Height: 2 m Spread: 1 m Planting density: 4no/m2 Features: Sh, Bd

Musa paradisiaca (Banana) Mature Height: 3-4m Spread: 1m Planting density: 3no/m2 Features: A,

Gardenia jasminoides (Common Gardenia) Mature Height: 1-3m Spread: 1 m Planting density: 5no/m2 Features: A, Fr, Sh, Bd, Ct, A

Jatropha integerrima (Peregrina) Mature Height: 4 m Spread: 1-2.5 m Planting density: 2no/m2 Features: Sc, H, W

Plumbago auriculata (Cape Plumbago) Mature Height: 1-2 m Spread: 1m m Planting density: 2no/m2 Features: H, Sh, Ct, Bd

Hamelia patens (Firebush) Mature Height: 2-4m Spread: 1-2m Planting density: 2no/m2 Features: Sc, H, W

Leucophyllum frutescens (Texas Ranger) Mature Height: 1-3 m Spread: 1-3 m Planting density: 4no/m2 Features: H, Dr, W, Sal

Pseuderanthemum atropurpureum (amethyst stars ) Mature Height: 2. m Spread: 1 m Planting density: 4no/m2 Features: Ct, H, Bd, Sh,


Species Species Species Hibiscus rosa-sinensis (China rose) Mature Height: 1-2.5 m Spread: 1-2 m Planting density: 4no/m2 Features: Ct, H, Sc, W

Murraya paniculata (Chinese Box) Mature Height: 4-5 m Spread: 1-2 m Planting density: 4no/m2 Features: F, Sc, Ct, Sh

Pseuderanthemum reticulatum (Eldorado) Mature Height: 1.5-2 m Spread: 1 m Planting density: 4no/m2 Features: H, Sh, Ct, Bd

Ixora chinensis (Chinese Ixora) Mature Height: 0.5-1.2 m Spread: 1 m Planting density: 5no/m2 Features: Bd, Sh, H

Tecoma stans (Yellow Bells) Mature Height: 3-6 m Spread: 1-3 m Planting density: 1no/m2 Features: H, Sc

Thevetia peruviana (Yellow Oleander) Mature Height: 2-3.5 m Spread: 1-3 m Planting density: 1no/m2 Features: H, Sc

Tecoma smithii (Orange Bells) Mature Height: 1.5-3 m Spread: 1-1.5 m Planting density: 2no/m2 Features: H, Sc

Tecomaria capensis (Cape Honeysuckle) Mature Height: 2-4 m Spread: 1-3 m Planting density: 2no/m2 Features: H, Ct

Ravenala madagascariensis (Traveler’s palm) Mature Height: 4.5-7.5 m Spread: 3-4 m Planting density: 1 no/m2 Features: Sp



Ground Covers Species Species Species Alternanthera versicolor (Amaranth red root) Mature Height: 0.2-0.4 m Spread: 0.4 m Planting density: 8no/m2 Features: H,Bo

Iresine herbstii (Bloodleaf, Beefsteak Plant) Mature Height: 0.6 m Spread: 0.2-0.3 m Planting density: 6no/m2 Features: Bd,

Russelia juncea (Coral Plant) Mature Height: 0.7-1 m Spread: 0.5-1 m Planting density: 3no/m2 Features: Bd,, Ct

Bougainvillea Glabra (Paper flower) Mature Height: 1.5-2 m Spread: 1 m Planting density: 3no/m2 Features: Ct, M, Bd

Lampranthus aureus (Pink Ice plant) Mature Height: 0.2-0.3 m Spread: 0.8m Planting density: 4no/m2 Features: Sal, Bd

Setcresea purpurea (Purple Heart) Mature Height: 0.3-0.5 m Spread: 0.8 m Planting density: 6no/m2 Features: Sh,St, Bd

Canna indica (Indian shot) Mature Height: 1-1.5 m Spread: 0.4-0.6 m Planting density: 4no/m2 Features: Sc, Bd

Portulacaria afra (Elephant food) Mature Height: 0.5-1.0 m Spread: 0.15 m Planting density: 6no/m2 Features: Sal, St, Dr, W, Bd

Rhoeo discolor (Moses-in-the-cradle) Mature Height: 0.3-0.5 m Spread: 0.4 m Planting density: 8no/m2 Features: Bd,Ct, Sh

Carissa green carpet (Natal plum) Mature Height: 1-1.5 m Spread: 1 m Planting density: 4no/m2 Features: H, Sal, Bd

Atriplex semi baccata (Australian Salt Bush) Mature Height:0.30.6m Spread:0.8m Planting Density:4no/m2 Features: Sal, W, Dr, I

Gazania uniflora (Trailing Gazania) Mature Height: 0.2-0.3m Spread: 0.4m Planting Density:6no/m2 Features: St, Bd

Catharanthus roseus (Vinca rosa) Mature Height: 0.3-0.6 m Spread: 0.3- 0.4 m Planting density: 6no/m2 Features: Bd, Ct

Ruellia ciliosa (Ruellia) Mature Height: 0.6-1 m Spread: 0.4- 0.5 m Planting density: 5no/m2 Features: H, Bd,

Wedelia trilobata (Creeping Daisy) Mature Height: 0.1-0.3 m Spread: 1.0 m Planting density: 4no/m2 Features: St, Bd



Climbers Species Species Species Allamanda cathartica (Golden trumpet) Mature Height: 4-6 m Spread: 1-2 m Features: Fr, Ct

Jasminum officinale (Star jasmine) Mature Height: 4-6 m Spread: 1-2 m Features: Fr,Cr

Jasminum grandiflorum (Pink jasmine) Mature Height: 4-6 m Spread: 1-2 m Features: Ct, Ft

Bougainvillea spectabilis (Great bougainvillea) Mature Height: 3-5 m Spread: 1-2 m Features: Bd, Ct, Sp

Lonicera japonica (Japanese joneysuckle) Mature Height: 3-5 m Spread: 1-2 m Features: Fr, Ct

Tecomaria capensis (Cape honeysuckle) Mature Height: 1-3 m Spread: 1-3 m Features: Ct,H

Jacquemontia pentantha (Jacquemontia) Mature Height: 2-4 m Spread: 1-2 m Features: Ct

Quisqualis indica (Indian jamine) Mature Height: 4-6 m Spread: 1-2 m Features: Fr

Tristellateia australasiae (Shower of gold) Mature Height: 4-6 m Spread: 1-2 m Features: Ct



Grasses Species Species Species Cyperus alternifolius (Umbrella papyrus) Mature Height: 1-2 m Spread: 1 m Planting density: 3no/m2 Features: W, Sal, Sc

Pandanus baptistii (Timor screw pine) Mature Height: 2-3m Spread: 2 m Planting density: 2no/m2 Features: A, W, St, Sal, Th, /bd

Pennisetum setaceum (Fountain Grass) Mature Height: 1-1.5 m Spread: 0.7- 1 m Planting density: 3no/m2 Features: Dr, St, Sal, W,Bd

Pennisetum rubrum (Purple Fountain Grass) Mature Height: 1-1.5 m Spread: 0.7-1 m Planting density: 3no/m2 Features: Dr,St,Sal,W, Bd

Bambusa vulgaris. (Common Bamboo) Mature Height: 4 m Spread: 1m Planting density: 1no/m2 Features: H, Sc



Succulents & Cacti Species Species Species Adenium obesum (Desert Rose) Mature Height: 1-2 m Spread: 1-1.5 m Planting density: 5 no/m2 Features: A, Bd, Ct,Sal, Dr, W

Aloe vera (Aloe, Burn plant) Mature Height: 0.7-1.5 m Spread: 1 m Planting density: 5 no/m2 Features: A, Ct,Bd, Sal, Dr

Pachypodium lamerei (Madagascar’s palm) Mature Height: 0.5-1 m Spread: 0.4-0.5 m Planting density: 3 no/m2 Features: A, Ct, Th

Agave americana (Century Plant) Mature Height: 1-2 m Spread: 0.7- 1.5 m Planting density: 2 no/m2 Features: A, Ct, Sal, W,Dr

Carpobrotus edulis (Common Ice plant) Mature Height: 0.1-0.2 m Spread: 1-2 m long Planting density: 6 no/m2 Features:Bd, Ct, W, Dr, Sal

Pedilanthus tithymaloides (Devil’s back bone) Mature Height: 1-1.5 m Spread: 0.3-0.4 m Planting density: 5 no/m2 Features: H, Sc

Agave angustifolia Marginata (Agave) Mature Height: 1-2 m Spread: 0.7- 1.5 m Planting density: 2 no/m2 Features: A, Bd, Bo, Sp, Ct, Sal, Dr

Euphorbia milii (Crown of thorns, Isbeq) Mature Height: 1 m Spread: 0.3-0.4 m Planting density: 6 no/m2 Features: Bd, Ct, H, Dr, W, Sal

Sansevieria trifasciata (Mother-in-law’s tongue) Mature Height: 1.3 m Spread: 0.3-0.4 m Planting density: 4 no/m2 Features: Bd, Sh

Agave attenuata (Foxtail Agave) Mature Height: 0.7-1 m Spread: 0.5-1 m Planting density: 2 no/m2 Features: A, Bo, Bd, Sp, Dr, Ct, Sal

Euphorbia tirucalli (finger tree, Milk bush) Mature Height: 3-5 m Spread: 3-4 m Planting density: 4 no/m2 Features: A,H, Sc, Dr, W Sal

Yucca aloifolia (Yucca) Mature Height: 205 m Spread: 0.5-1 m Planting density: 2 no/m2 Features: A, Sp, Sh


Opuntia ficus (Cactus, Prickly pear) Mature Height: 1-4 m Spread: m Planting density: 1 no/m2 Features: Th, Sc,A

Zamia furfuracea (Cardboard palm) Mature Height: 0.7-1 m Spread: 0.5-1 m Planting density: 3 no/m2 Features: A, Bd, Ct

A: Accent; Bd: Bedding; Ca: Canopy Tree; Ct: Container; Dr: Drought tolerance; F: Fragrance H: Hedge; I: Indigenous; Ro: Invasive roots; Sal: Salt tolerance; Sc: Screening; Sh: Shade tolerance; St: Soil stabilization; Th: Thorn; W: Wind tolerance Aquatics Species

Nelumbo nucifera (Sacred Water Lily)


APPENDIX 3- WATER TANK LOCATION PLANS


APPENDIX 4 –IRRIGATION INSTALLATION GUIDELINES If a Sprayer irrigation system is chosen for installation, it is recommended that a system with the following properties is selected: • Sprayer heads with pressure regulators, as it will provide a constant radius when the pressure varies. • Nozzles’ radius and arc suited to prevent spraying other adjacent hard structures • Low angle sprayers, to reduce wind drift effect • Low flow rotor nozzles ,for its high resistance to wind effect, proper coverage, reduction in water spitting outside lawn areas, as well as for

the reduction in pump capacity If a Subsurface or Drip irrigation system is chosen for installation, it is recommended that a system with the following properties is selected: • Pressure compensating emitters (drippers) • Polyethylene pipe with minimum pressure rating of 4 bar • Air valve on main line • Root repellent for protection against root invasion of drippers • Filtration device to suit dripper requirement. Subsurface & Drip irrigation (placed below finished ground level to reduce evaporation) have the following benefits for private residential plots: • Reduce water evaporation thus saves in water cost. (compared with same system above ground) • Provide water at the base of plant avoiding irrigating none planted areas; this will reduce the growth of weeds and create greater ease of

maintenance. (compared to bubblers or sprayers) • Reduce flow; this will result in a reduction in pump size and therefore will save energy. The low flow will also avoid water run of on ground

surface, when compared with bubblers or sprayers • Adaptable to all plant types including lawn: this will reduce number of valves when combining small areas planted with different plant types,

when compared with bubblers or sprayers • Adaptable to differing amounts of water application for different plant types by changing drippers’ number and flow • Flexibility to irrigate narrow and odd-shaped areas of lawn which are difficult to cover with spray irrigation • Protected against damage by maintenance equipments and children, when compared with sprayers • Eliminate wind affecting irrigation water, when compared with sprayers


APPENDIX 5 – LANDSCAPE NOC APPROVAL: DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED TO TRAKHEES Landscape Plans

Type Design Parameters & Requirements

1. General • The applicant is to submit to Trakhees electronic pdf copies of either scanned hand drawn plans to a suitable standard or CAD drawings converted to pdf format.

• ACAD (version 14 or later) files will assist NAMAD if technical drafting assistance is required upon referral from Trakhees. The submission is to comply with this Landscape Design Code, Trakhees modification application requirements (information from [email protected]) and the format outlined below.

2. Landscape Master Plan

• All submissions shall include a Landscape Master Plan (LMP). Refer to adjacent sketch for submission requirements

The LMP is to show at an appropriate size to review (i.e. minimum A3, A2, or maximum A1):

• Where the landscape works are proposed to take place (project development, street name and lot number etc) clearly identified on the title block

• The scale (and / or scale bar) indicated on the plan; the maximum scale of the plans should be 1:250 scale

• a ‘North’ point

• All hard (paving & structures) and soft (plants) areas

• Pumping Equipment for all irrigation systems and water features clearly identified on the landscape plan. Pump outputs and power are to be provided with the landscape submission

3. Setting Out Plan

• All submissions shall include a Setting Out Plan. Refer to adjacent sketch for submission requirements


4. Sections & details

• All submissions shall include applicable sections & details. Refer to adjacent sketch for submission requirements

• All water features connected to mains water are to indicate all plumbing connections, including location of check and backflow valves

• Hard landscape elements such as pergolas, gazebos, BBQ’s, sculptures and water features should have dimensioned plans, elevations and associated details as part of the drawing package. These should be inclusive of detailed fixing methods, footing details etc and any engineering information required to obtain the relevant building permits

• Cross sections through the site are to indicate direction of fall and manner of dealing with surface run-off to existing storm water drainage systems

5. Materials Plan

• All submissions that incorporate paving and/or structures shall include a Materials Plan. Refer to adjacent sketch for submission requirements

• All hard surfaces are to be defined with a clear description of type, colour and size

6. Lighting Plan

• All submissions that incorporate lighting shall include a Landscape Lighting Plan. Refer to adjacent sketch for submission requirements


7. Planting Plan

• All submissions shall include a Planting Plan. Refer to adjacent sketch for submission requirements

• All proposed vegetation is to be described on this sheet, and within a planting schedule. This schedule shall clearly state species and variety, planting density, size at time of planting and quantity

• If applicable this plan shall indicate all existing trees / palms including type and height and if it is being retained or removed

8. Irrigation Plan

• All submissions shall include an Irrigation Plan

• An estimate (in liters) is to be shown of the total peak irrigation requirements based upon the proposed planting plan

• The plan is to indicate the proposed irrigation system type, and arrangement of irrigation fixtures

• The location of the irrigation water tank is to be indication on the irrigation plan, identifying the irrigation water source

9. Logistics Plan and any request for partial road closure for use of Common Use Areas during works

The logistics plan should set out:

• Project start and finish dates aimed for

• Materials delivery and storage

• Site access (e.g. temporary fence modification)

• Contractors details – names, types and numbers of vehicles

• Waste provision and removal

• Any requirement for road storage (with justification)

• A request to Community Manager NAMAD for partial temporary road closure if required, with full details


APPENDIX 6 – LANDSCAPE CONTRACTORS – ADVICE TO RESIDENTS ON ENGAGING QUALIFIED CONTRACTORS

While reviewing or requesting a fee proposal for landscape works from a Landscape Contractor, homeowners are advised to assess the following:

• Current and Appropriate Licences:

- Ensure that the appointed Landscape Contractor is registered with Nakheel Community Management, and the Company is included in the list of Pre-qualified Landscape Contractors for Nakheel developments

- Obtain from the Landscape Contractor the Company’s current registration and trade licences from Dubai Municipality or Trakhees detailing the company’s area of expertise and principal business activity

• Work Experience:

- Request from the Landscape Contractor evidence of successful completion of landscape projects in the UAE - Ask for client reference of a recent performance, proven satisfactory, for a contract of similar nature and work to the project for which

prequalification is.

• Technical Experience:

Landscape Contractor should be able to demonstrate technical capacity in the following:

- Qualified and skilled personnel - Appropriate project management and site management resources - Appropriate equipment provided on job - Adequacy of timeliness of work completion - Experience in the management of occupational health and safety measures - Warranty performance

• Tendering Performance:

- The landscape fee proposal should describe the scope of works, providing cost breakdown of each landscape construction activity (structural, electrical, mechanical etc), and detailing fees for the supply and installation of each landscape material, and daily rates of personnel and other resources. Cost breakdown of landscape items should specify the size/colour/characteristics and specification of the quoted items, to enable cost comparisons with other type and/or specification. Landscape fee proposal should list the inclusions, exclusions and special conditions of the offer, in addition to the payment terms, commencement date and completion period of the landscape project.

- Confirm that the Landscape Contractor holds an insurance policy for the landscape works, and an insurance against liability for death of or injury to persons employed by the Contractor.

- The landscape fee proposal and Landscape Contract should indicate the defects and liability period. Defects and liability period should be at least 6 months from date of works completion ; it ensures that any defects/plant mortalities etc will be rectified by the Landscape Contractor within this period.

- If requesting a maintenance contract, ensure that the fee proposal lists in details the various maintenance activities provided by the Contractor, and the frequency/program of visits and number of personnel for each visit. The schedule of maintenance works may include pest preventative and curative control, lawn maintenance, pool maintenance, seasonal replacements, pruning of palms trees shrubs and groundcovers, water feature maintenance, timber decks/pergolas maintenance etc, dependent on the requests of the garden owner.

- The Landscape Contract should provide warranty for the supply of palms. Homeowners are advised to request a copy of the Phytosanitary certificate of the palms supplied by the Contractor, ensuring that the palms are free from any pests and diseases. This certificate, along with a letter of undertaking from the homeowner, should be submitted to Nakheel Community Management, to obtain a permit to transport the palms to the Nakheel development.

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Documents

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