A. Purpose and Intent. This Section is intended to improve the appearance and natural beauty of the City of Monroe and guarantee a more predictable, controlled pattern of buffering and mitigation. In order to accomplish this intent, this Section requires that landscaping be provided for any new development. The use of landscaped and maintained areas can reduce incompatibilities of adjacent land uses and promote and enhance community image. The standards outlined in this Section are designed to:
1. Increase the compatibility of adjacent uses;
2. Minimize the adverse impacts created by neighboring uses;
3. Reduce excessive heat, glare and accumulation of dust;
4. Lessen visual pollution;
5. Ensure landscape yards and screening to reduce the negative impacts of noise, trash, odors, lack of privacy and visual appearances that occur in higher intensity land uses;
6. Safeguard the public health, safety, and welfare; and
7. Ensure the appearance and natural beauty of Monroe contributes positively to its growth and economic prosperity.