17.06.035 Landscaping Related Definitions.
For the purpose of Landscaping (Chapter 17.57 MMC), the following definitions shall apply.
Landscaping – The preservation, planting, and maintenance of trees, shrubs, groundcover, and lawn that are compatible with Chapter 17.57 MMC (Landscaping) and MMC 17.03.020. Landscaping shall be encouraged that considers energy conservation through effective planting and ground contouring. Courts, plazas, walkways, fountains, benches, sculptures, fences, or decks may be included within the landscaping percentage required in MMC 17.57.070 if they are designed in conjunction with substantial plantings of trees, shrubs, groundcovers, or lawns, and the review committee finds they are consistent with the purpose and intent set forth in MMC 17.57.010 and factors set forth in MMC 17.57.070(B).
New Construction – All completely new structures, mobile additions, parking lots, and parking structures, and includes any additions to or expansion of existing structures or parking lots which result in additional lot coverage or parking lot coverage. This does not include remodeling or new construction which does not result in additional lot or parcel or parking lot coverage for said structure or parking lot. (Ord. 5027 §2, 2017; Ord. 4128 (part), 1981; Ord. 3380 (part), 1968).