§ 17.52.010. Purpose.
These landscaping regulations have been adopted for the primary purpose of conserving the need for water used for irrigation and also for the following reasons:
A.
To maximize drainage and erosion controls;
B.
To maximize energy efficiency by utilizing wind breaks, reducing heat reflection and absorption, and minimizing solar gain;
C.
To reduce noise and visual problems associated with incompatible land uses;
D.
To encourage the preservation of wildlife;
E.
To encourage the beautification of Monument.
(Ord. 13-97 (part): prior code § 13.13.010; Ord. No. 21-2017 , § 1, 10-2-2017)