The following minimum site development standards shall be followed for all developments:

A.

Landscape Standards. The following standards apply to landscaping for all commercial uses:

1.

A minimum of ten percent (10%) of the developed area shall be landscaped.

2.

Along any interior property line abutting residentially zoned lots, trees shall be planted at least every thirty feet (30') in individual planters. The planters shall be sufficiently large and protected so that a parked car does not extend into the minimum four foot by four foot (4' × 4') tree planting area which shall be landscaped with ground cover, shrubs, and climbing plants.

3.

Planters or landscaped areas: All off-street parking areas shall have perimeter landscaping, planters, and landscaped areas for every fifth or sixth parking space to reduce heat islands. Plant types should be selected to suit the climatic zone and of a variety that is least polluting to the environment. All plans shall be submitted to the department of planning and building for review and approval.

4.

Within each planter or landscaped area, automatic irrigation system and live landscaping shall be provided and maintained. Water and energy savings features shall be incorporated in all irrigation design.

5.

Required planter or landscaped areas may be combined with pedestrian walks and similar hard surface areas; provided, that such hard surface area does not cover more than ten percent (10%) of any required planter or landscaped area. Ornamental or landscaping rock and gravel areas, artificial turf, or other areas covered with other artificial materials shall be considered hard surface areas for the purposes of this provision.

6.

Street trees are required for any project, use, or development adjacent to designated streets.

7.

Landscaping materials and trees installed in planters or landscaped areas shall be selected from a list of approved plants maintained by the department of planning and building.

B.

Obstructions Removed. Obstructions within street rights-of-way shall be removed.

C.

Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk. Curb, gutter, and sidewalk shall be constructed as required by the subdivision ordinance when required as part of street improvements.

D.

Drive Areas. All access drives, parking areas, and vehicle maneuvering areas shall be surfaced with a minimum of two inches (2") of asphalt, concrete, or paving material of higher quality.

E.

Utility Services. All new on site utility services shall be placed underground.

F.

Water Drainage. Prior to the issuance of any grading or building permits, a plan for the disposal of drainage waters originating on site and from adjacent road rights of way shall be approved by the department of planning and building, if required. Easements or grant deed shall be given to the city for drainage purposes or access thereto, as necessary.

G.

Fire Department Approval. Fire flows, fire protection facilities, and accessways and safety setbacks shall be as required and approved by the fire department.

H.

Separating Wall. A separating wall may be required for noise attenuation or to screen residential uses from commercial and industrial uses.

I.

Exterior Lighting. Exterior lighting shall be arranged or shielded in such a manner as to contain the direct illumination on the site and avoid glare in nearby residential areas. Exterior lighting shall be powered by passive energy; for example, solar powered. All buildings must have a lighted address panel placed at approved locations for ease of identification.

J.

Exterior Mechanical Equipment. All mechanical, heating, and air conditioning equipment in residential, office, public or institutional uses shall be screened when visible from a public street or from adjoining properties. Installation of climate control equipments, such as air conditioners, on residential properties shall be located on the ground.

K.

Trash Receptacles. All trash receptacles shall be screened with an overhead trellis and located in such a manner not visually obtrusive from any off site location. The location and method of screening for all trash receptacles shall be approved by the director of planning and building.

L.

Building Design. Architectural design of all proposed buildings shall be Mediterranean.

M.

Hardship. The director of planning and building may waive any of the above listed requirements where a documented hardship, not involving economics, exists or where there are unusual circumstances that prevent compliance with any of the required development standards. Additionally, street improvements and construction of curb, gutter, and sidewalks will not be required for individual or cumulative additions constituting less than twenty-five percent (25%) expansion of development existing on the effective date of this chapter.

N.

Off-street parking. Off-street parking shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of Title 17 of this Code.

O.

Signs. Signs shall be pre-approved by the planning and building department prior to installation.

P.

Fugitive dust. During all on site grading and construction activities, adequate measures shall be implemented to control fugitive dust.

(Ord. No. 376, 2-26-2008)