The purpose of these landscaping, open space and natural feature requirements is to promote and protect the public health, safety and welfare through the preservation of the environment by recognizing the vital importance of tree growth, green space and sensitive environmental features in the ecological system. It is further the purpose of this section to encourage the effective utilization of landscaping as a buffer between particular land uses, and to minimize noise, air and/or visual pollution and artificial light glare. This section is intended to specifically encourage the preservation and replacement of major or canopy trees removed in the course of a project to:
(a) Prevent Erosion;
(b) Maintain Site Lines;
(c) Prevent Water Runoff;
(d) Maintain Air Quality;
(e) Provide Shade Coverage; and
(f) Maintain Wildlife Habitats;.
(g) Reduce Noise Pollution; and
(h) Reduce Glare for Public Safety.
(Ord. 08-2022. Passed 5-4-20.)