(A)
All landscaping and screening materials must be installed prior to a final inspection by the Zoning Administrator.
(B) When extreme weather conditions do not permit planting, installation of plant material may be delayed until the start of the next growing season. In cases where planting is delayed, the developer must submit a landscape performance bond equal to the cost of plant materials, installation costs, plus 25%. The bond must be received prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy, and shall not be held by the Zoning Administrator for a period longer than six months.
(C) All landscaping and screening must be maintained. Any required landscape materials, including shrubs and trees which may die, must be replaced within 90 days in compliance with the minimum standards of this chapter. Failure to maintain required landscaping and buffers shall constitute a violation of this chapter.
(Ord. passed 6-21-2021)