(1) Mixed use properties. Where a lot is occupied by a combination of the land uses listed in the Site Interior Plantings Requirements Table, only the planting consistent with the requirements for the land use that would result in the most landscaping is required.

(2) Tree locations. All required trees may be located in clusters or dispersed throughout the yard.

(3) Yard calculations. For the purpose of this article, the yard shall mean all areas of the property not covered with structures, parking areas or other hard surfaces. Other areas required to be landscaped by this article and required bufferyards shall not be included in the calculation of yard area.

(4) Site Interior Planting Requirements Table is as follows: