§ 17.52.010. Purpose.  


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  • 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)