Pasadena |
Code of Ordinances |
Title 17. Zoning Code |
Article 4. Site Planning and General Development Standards |
Chapter 17.44. Landscaping |
§ 17.44.020. Applicability
A.
Landscaping required. All projects shall provide and maintain landscaping in compliance with the provisions of this Chapter.
B.
Landscaping plans subject to review.
1.
Submittal of plans required. Final landscape and irrigation plan, plans for projects subject to the Water Efficient Landscape requirements of this chapter, and plans for the ornamental use of water, including fountains and ponds, shall be submitted to the Zoning Administrator for review for compliance with the requirements of this Chapter.
2.
Approval by Zoning Administrator required. The landscaping shall not be installed until the applicant receives approval of the final landscape and irrigation plan by the Zoning Administrator and any applicable permits have been issued. For projects subject to the Water Efficient Landscape requirements, approval of the Landscape Documentation Package by the Zoning Administrator, or his/her designee, is also required prior to installation.
3.
Changes to final plans. Changes to the approved final landscape and irrigation plans or Landscape Documentation Package that affect the character or quantity of the plant material or irrigation system design are required to be resubmitted for approval before installation.
C.
No construction resulting in injury or removal of trees. No construction shall be allowed that results in the injury or removal of a landmark, native, or specimen tree, as those terms are defined in Chapter 8.52, unless the appropriate findings are made in compliance with Chapter 8.52 (City Trees and Tree Protection Ordinance) of the Municipal Code.
(Ord. 7324, § 2, 2018)