11E-520 Landscaping Improvements A

Substantial landscaping is to be provided, which is in scale with the development and which provides relief from and screening of hard surfaces. Total building surface area and street frontage will be considered when determining whether substantial landscape is being provided ("landscaping" shall be defined as trees, shrubs, planters, hanging plants, ground cover and other living vegetation), B. Landscape materials and vegetation types specified shall be readily adaptable to a site's microclimate, soil conditions, orientation and aspect, and shall serve to enhance and compliment the neighborhood and townscape. Consideration should be given to the use of native, drought resistant plant materials and the use of designed xeriscapes shall be encouraged, C. The preservation of existing significant trees, shrubs and important landscape features shall be encouraged, and D. Landscaping shall provide a substantial buffer between land uses, including, but not limited to, structures, streets, and parking lots. The development of landscaped public courtyards, including trees and shrubs where appropriate, shall be encouraged.