The use of artificial and/or synthetic grass, turf, plants, trees and shrubs ("artificial turf") has a deleterious impact on the environment. Specifically, it eliminates a habitat for local wildlife, it damages underlying soil, it leads to increased surface temperature and it contains potentially harmful chemicals that contaminate groundwater.

The Board also finds that the look and appearance of artificial turf is incongruous with residential homes in residential communities. Over time, it deteriorates, changes colors and loses its shape making it look out of character with the community.