The purpose of the screening, buffer yard and landscaping regulations is to:
(a) Eliminate or minimize conflicts between potentially incompatible, but otherwise permitted land uses on adjoining lots using a suitable combination of setbacks, visual buffers and physical barriers.
(b) Prescribe standards for the development and maintenance of trees, plantings, walls and fences.
(c) Mitigate the adverse effects of noise, blowing dust and debris.
(d) Improve the urban environment by providing trees and plantings that cool the air and land, reduce carbon dioxide in the air, and produce oxygen.
(e) Protect users of parking areas from excessive wind, glare, and temperature extremes.
(f) Promote attractive development and preserve the appearance and character of the surrounding area through the use of landscaping.
(Ord. 34-17. Effective 12-7-17.)