1. Time of Application. The provisions contained in this chapter shall be applied for each individual lot or site when an application for a building permit on such lot is made. A landscape plan, prepared by a qualified nurseryman or landscape architect shall be submitted with each application for a building permit. Such plan shall be reviewed by the Zoning Administrator for compliance with the provisions of this chapter.
2. Maintenance of Required Landscaping.
A. Upon installation of required landscape materials, each owner shall take appropriate actions to ensure their continued health and maintenance. Required landscaping that does not remain healthy shall be replaced consistent with this chapter and the approved landscaping plan for the project.
B. Underground irrigation shall be provided for all required landscaped areas in multi-family, commercial, or office developments.
3. Obstruction of View. Landscaping or screening installed in any landscaped area shall not obstruct the view from or to any driveway approach, street, alley, or sidewalk, and shall be consistent with the provisions of the City’s Vision Clearance Zone regulations.
4. Earth Berm Locations. All earth berm locations shall be reviewed by the Zoning Administrator to determine how the berms shall relate to drainage and public utilities.
5. Exceptions. A development may continue to comply with the bufferyard and screening requirements in effect at the time of issuance of its original permit, regardless of whether an adjacent lot or site is subsequently rezoned to a less intensive district which would otherwise require compliance with bufferyard or screening provisions.
(Chapter 171 - Ord. 1374 – May 10 Supp.)