It is the purpose of this section to promote and protect the public health, safety and general welfare by providing for the planting, maintenance, and preservation of trees, shrubs, and other plants within the City. It is further the purpose of this section to:
(a) Ensure and encourage the planting, maintenance, restoration and survival of trees, shrubs, and groundcover;
(b) Minimize soil erosion and sedimentation;
(c) Reduce stormwater runoff and the related costs;
(d) Protect and enhance property values and aesthetic qualities through quality design and buffering of different land uses; and
(e) Provide visual screening, where appropriate.
(Ord. O2018-02, passed 2-20-2018)