A. Each development shall have a system of pedestrian walkways and sidewalks that provide easy connections between the building entrances, neighboring building entrances, sidewalks, parking areas, open space, and public trails. Sustainable landscaping including xeriscape species, and innovative water recycling or irrigation systems is encouraged. All landscape plans must be approved by the City.
B. Water conserving landscape designs shall be used. All landscaping must be irrigated and planted with substantial live plant material or appropriate xeriscape for the purpose of buffering, screening, and beautifying the site, and shall comply with applicable landscape requirements found in chapter 17.68 of this title, except lawn shall not be required as stated in subsection 17.68.040A1a of this title. At plant maturity the landscaping shall represent compatibility with surrounding developed properties and uses and must be permanently maintained by the owner or occupants.
C. The preservation of existing trees located at least fifteen feet (15') outside of the building footprint is encouraged wherever possible. Applicants for new construction shall submit tree surveys in conjunction with landscaping plans in order to identify trees that may be preserved.
D. Trees shall be spaced in order to provide shade for fifty percent (50%) of sidewalk length within five (5) years of planting when combined with shade provided by approved structures.
E. Where new plant materials are to be used, indigenous species should be included. Appropriate, indigenous species of plant materials and trees will be established by Community and Economic Development staff.
1. Up to 25% of landscaping and amenity areas may include turf where an active purpose or function make it necessary. Where turf is specified, an eco-lawn mix shall be used. However, the planning commission may consider and approve exceptions to the maximum 25% turf if it can be demonstrated that the design of the landscaping will provide usable, publicly accessible open space as part of the development.
F. A fifty foot (50') minimum setback shall be provided from top of bank of Little Cottonwood Creek. No buildings, parking facilities, or vehicular accesses may be placed in the required setback. The Planning Commission may approve pedestrian, bicycle, or multi-use paths and trails and other open space improvements or amenities within the setback if they are not disruptive. Top of bank shall be located by a licensed surveyor or engineer.
G. Public spaces that are adjacent to wetlands or watercourse setbacks must have a native planting transition zone that blends into sensitive habitat areas.
H. 1. Fifteen percent (15%) of the area of each project shall be developed as landscaped setbacks, public plazas, parks open spaces, or walkways. In addition, each project shall have a system of pedestrian walkways and sidewalks that provide connections between building entrances, neighboring building entrances, sidewalks, parking areas, open spaces, and walkways. Landscaped amenity areas provided in conjunction with multi-family uses will qualify as open space.
2. For developments east of State Street and south of Vine Street, twenty-five percent (25%) of the area of each project shall be developed as landscaped setbacks, public plazas, parks open spaces, or walkways. In addition, each project shall have a system of pedestrian walkways and sidewalks that provide connections between building entrances, neighboring building entrances, sidewalks, parking areas, open spaces, and walkways. Landscaped amenity areas provided in conjunction with multi-family uses will qualify as open space.
I. Project Amenities must be provided in each mixed-use development. Developments with up to one hundred (100) units must provide a minimum of one (1) project amenity. Projects with more than one hundred (100) units must provide one (1) additional amenity for each additional one hundred (100) units or portion thereof. Project amenities can include both indoor spaces such as club houses and exercise facilities, and outdoor spaces such as walking paths, dog parks, playgrounds, pools. For required amenities, selections may be made from the list below. The Planning Commission may consider and approve the use of other amenities not anticipated here.
1. Playing fields.
2. Sport courts.
3. Playground areas (to include four pieces of playground equipment minimum).
4. Picnic areas.
5. Tennis courts.
6. Swimming pools.
7. Exercise rooms, gymnasiums.
8. Club rooms.
9. Outdoor patios areas.
10. Gazebos.
11. Walking paths.
12. Multi-purpose trails.
13. Dog parks.
14. Nature paths with improvements.
15. Climbing walls and gyms.
16. Amphitheaters and outdoor entertainment areas.
17. Tot-lots (may consist of single playground equipment with seating adjacent).
18. Community gardens.
19. Interactive fountains and water features. (Ord. 23-04: Ord. 21-21: Ord. 19-40)