An earth home may be approved by the city council subject to the following findings and standards:
A. The minimum height requirements of the zone allow the placement of earth homes.
B. In the opinion of the city council, the design of all aboveground structures and other surface features appurtenant to the proposed home will be compatible with traditional housing styles present and/or anticipated in the vicinity of the home and consistent with the intent of the zone.
C. All portions of the lot not devoted to aboveground structures will be landscaped following good landscape practices.
D. A detailed site plan for the lot showing the location of the home and all surface features and proposed landscape treatment shall be submitted and approved. (Ord. 5-11-83A, 5-11-1983)