(a) All landscaping within the triangular areas described below shall provide unobstructed cross visibility at a level between two (2) feet and six (6) feet; provided, however, trees and shrubs be trimmed in such a manner that no limbs or foliage extend in the visibility areas shall be allowed, and provided they are located so as not to create a traffic hazard. Landscaping, except required solid sod or ground cover, shall not be located closer than three (3) feet from the edge of any accessway pavement. See also Section 1143.07(g): Corner Clearance for Traffic Visibility.
(b) The triangular area referred to are:
(1) The area of property located at a corner formed by the intersection of two (2) sides of the triangular area, being a minimum of thirty (30) feet in length along the abutting public right of way lines, measured from their point of intersection, and the third side being a line connecting the ends of the other two (2) lines.
Figure 1147.16-1 Sight Visibility Triangle at Street Corner
(2) The area of property formed by the intersection of the accessway, and the public right of way line with one (1) side of the triangle area being thirty (30) feet in length along the public street right of way line measured from the edge of accessway pavement and one (1) side of the triangle being fifteen (15) feet along the accessway pavement measured from the public road right of way line, and the third side being a line connecting the ends of the other two (2) sides.
Figure 1147.16-2 Sight Visibility Triangle at Street and Driveway Intersection
(3) The area of property formed by the intersection of a private alley or roadway and a public right of way, with one (1) side of the triangular area being thirty (30) feet in length along the public road right of way line measured from the edge of the private alley pavement and one (1) side of the triangle being fifteen (15) feet along the private alley measured from the public road right of way line; and the third side being a line connecting the ends of the other two (2) sides.
(Ord. 2020-4053. Passed 1-7-21.)