Landscaping under this chapter is intended to enhance the environmental value and physical appearance of development in the city, improve the environmental performance of development by reducing heat, glare and noise, promote the percolation of stormwater, aid in improving air quality, buffer potentially incompatible land uses from one another, promote the conservation of water and preservation of water quality by requiring drought tolerant plant material in landscaping and the retention of existing natural vegetation, thereby reducing the need for irrigation, pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers.
(Ord. 413, passed 1-5-1993)