When restoring the waterfront buffer, the following shall apply to each segment to reach not less than the total points required by RSA 483-B:9, V(a)(2)(D) in that segment:

1. (a) Trees and saplings shall be assigned points based on their diameter measured at 4½ feet off the ground in accordance with RSA 483-B:9, V(a)(2)(D)(i), as reprinted in Appendix C.

2. (b) Subject to (c), below, ground cover in the form of shrubs planted as individual plants or clusters shall be assigned points in accordance with RSA 483-B:9, V(a)(2)(D)(ii), as reprinted in Appendix C, and the following:

   1. (1) A one-gallon to 2-gallon shrub shall equal one-third of a point;
   2. (2) A 3-gallon to 4-gallon shrub shall equal one-half of a point; and
   3. (3) Ground cover as specified in RSA 483-B:9, V(a)(2)(D)(ii) shall be planted in the form of sod or mat; and
3. (c) No points shall be credited for replacement of ground cover removed in violation of RSA 483-B:9, V(a)(2)(C).

Source. (See Revision Notes #1 and #2 at chapter heading for Env-Wq 1400) #12062 eff 12-17-16