The utility company shall minimize the visual impact of the utility structure, including size, color, and screening. The vistas of the property owner and adjacent property owners shall be considered with a goal of obtaining fifty percent (50%) opacity as viewed from neighboring property lines. Fifty percent (50%) opacity should be obtained upon installation. However, the City Manager may permit planting to be postponed due to seasonal conditions. Fifty percent (50%) opacity shall not be required for utility poles or for wires and cables. Screening is to be achieved by the use of existing or new vegetation; existing or new fencing; existing structures.
(Ord. 1453. Passed 7-14-08.)