The following general provisions shall apply to landscaping in all zoning districts.
(a) Landscaping, trees, and plants required by landscaping regulations found within each zoning district shall be planted in a growing condition according to accepted horticultural practices and they shall be maintained in a healthy growing condition. Any landscaping, trees and plants which are in a condition that does not fulfill the intent of the zoning district’s landscaping regulations shall be replaced by the property owner during the next planting season for the particular plant material.
(b) A screening fence or wall required in a zoning district shall be maintained by the property owner in good condition through the period use of the lot.
(c) All landscaping, trees, and planting material adjacent to parking areas, loading areas, or driveways shall be properly protected by barriers, curbs, or other means from damage by vehicles.
(d) To the extent possible, existing trees, vegetation, and unique site features shall be retained and protected.
(e) Where lot size and shape or existing structures make it infeasible to comply with the zoning district’s landscaping regulations, the Planning Commission may approve the substitution of planters, plant boxes or pots containing trees, shrubs and/or flowers to comply with the intent of these regulations.
(Ord. 73-94. Passed 10-4-94.)