Mountain View Municipal Code Div. 1 Purpose and Applicability

This article establishes standards for the provisions of landscaping to achieve the following objectives:

a. Enhance the aesthetic appearance of development throughout the city by providing standards related to the quality and functional aspects of landscaping;

b. Increase compatibility between abutting land uses and public rights-of-way by providing landscape screening and buffers;

c. Provide for the conservation of water resources through the efficient use of irrigation, appropriate plant materials and regular maintenance of landscaped areas; and

d. Protect public, health, safety and welfare by preserving and enhancing the positive visual experience of the built environment, providing appropriate transitions between different land uses, preserving neighborhood character, and enhancing pedestrian and vehicular traffic and safety.

(Ord. No. 18.13, § 1, 12/10/13.)

Landscape and conceptual irrigation plans shall be submitted as part of an application for new development, additions or site modifications in compliance with Section 36.44.45 (Development Review Process).

(Ord. No. 18.13, § 1, 12/10/13.)