(A) These screening requirements shall apply to any development or use other than single-family or two-family residences. A buffer as specified in this subchapter may be used to meet the requirements of this section. Where practicable, the following uses must be screened from abutting property and from public view from a public right-of-way or a parking lot:
(1) Dumpsters or trash handling areas;
(2) Utility structures associated with a building;
(3) Loading docks or spaces;
(4) Outdoor storage of materials, stock and equipment, which shall not include the display of goods for sale; and
(5) Any other uses for which screening is required under this chapter.
(B) As far as practicable, any screening used to comply with the provisions of this section shall consist of a planting area which is at least five feet wide. This area may contain any type screening materials sufficient to separate visually the land uses, provided such materials meet the requirements of this subchapter. If only a wall or fence is used, then the area devoted to the screen need only be wide enough to accommodate the wall or fence and allow for its maintenance. Where practicable, screening shall be designed and maintained in such a manner as to conceal the use from view from the street, from vehicular use areas, and from adjoining properties.
(Ord. passed 10-1-07)