This is a potential mine field. If you do nothing and the landscaping is "not approved", you might be held liable by the buyer. If the buyer and their agent are on their toes, they will research all the ARC permits as well as all of the building permits.
There have been a few reports of successful retroactive approvals by ARC.
IMHO, I would fill out the form, cross your fingers and hope whoever you hired was familiar with the "rules". I got stung by a landscaper that did not apply for ARC approval, I found out just as work was getting started, and applied myself. The plans were approved, so we were OK. Had a similar situation where a subcontractor did work without getting the proper electrical permit, found out 18 months later. Building department was very understanding and worked with me to remedy the situation.
Hope this works out for you.
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Pennsylvania, for 60+ years, most recently, Allentown, now TV. 
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