(A) Intent. The intent of this subchapter is to:
(1) Improve the appearance of off-street parking areas and property abutting public rights-of-way;
(2) Require buffering between incompatible uses;
(3) Protect, preserve and promote the aesthetic appeal, character and value of the surrounding neighborhoods; and
(4) Promote public health and safety through the reduction of artificial light glare, heat, noise and visual pollution.
(B) Applicability.
(1) No new site development, building, structure or off-street parking area shall hereafter be constructed unless landscaping is provided as required by the provisions of this subchapter.
(2) No building, structure or off-street parking area shall be expanded, moved, removed and/or reconstructed unless the minimum landscaping required by the provision of this subchapter is provided for the property to the extent of its alteration or expansion, but not for the entire property.
(3) This subchapter shall not apply to single-family residential use.
(Ord. 2003-06, passed 3-3-03)