A. The preservation or enhancement of existing native plant materials shall be the predominant characteristic of landscape treatment in this district. Where new plant materials are needed to comply with the screening or aesthetic requirements of this section, the materials shall be of species native or complementary to or compatible with the species native to the Pacific Northwest.

B. Landscaping is also required in all setback areas and open space. Landscaping may consist of suitable ground cover, shrubs and trees. Suitable ground cover may include native vegetation, grass, or bark mulch. Native vegetation or stands of trees existing prior to development of the site may be acceptable to meet all or part of the landscape requirements.

C. The perimeters of common parking areas shall be landscaped in such a way as to create a diversion between streets and parking, driveways, or streets around entrances or exits of the site.

D. All trees, flowers, lawns and other landscaping features shall be maintained in a healthy growing condition at all times. (Ord. 1496 §88, 2016; Ord. 1380 §1, 2012; Ord. 583 §2.26(C)(2)(f), 1980).