The purpose of this subchapter is to establish a standard that helps to implement and regulate open space within the city by establishing a protection of privacy and buffer between different land uses; increasing and maintaining property values; creating an urban forest, thereby controlling the urban heat island effect, preventing or reducing soil erosion, sedimentation, and storm water runoff; improving air quality and reducing noise pollution; and enhancing energy conservation through natural insulation and shading.
(Ord. 537, passed 11-8-2004; Am. Ord. 596, passed 2-8-2010)