§ 57-2. Definitions.

As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:

DECIDUOUS TREE

A tree or shrub that sheds its leaves annually.

EVERGREEN

A plant or tree that retains its verdure, leaves or needles through all seasons.

GREENSWARD

Turf that is green with growing grass.

GROUND COVER

A planting of low plants that covers the ground, in lieu of turf or greensward.

LANDSCAPED AREA

That area of a site plan or development not consisting of structures or pavement. Landscaped area shall consist of those areas on a site plan that are planted, seeded or provide similar vegetative or landscaped cover. Landscaped area does not include man-made stormwater retention ponds, but may include other green infrastructure.

PARKING AREA

The open area on any premises regulated herein, designed for the short-term storage of motor vehicles.

PLANTING UNIT

The unit of measure, based upon gross building square footage and the lot line distance along public streets, utilized to determine the amount of plant material required for development applications in the Mixed Use Zoning District.

SHRUB

A woody plant, smaller than a tree, consisting of several stems from the ground or small branches near the ground, may be deciduous or evergreen.

TREE LAWN

The area between the edge of a sidewalk and the curbline of a street, typically within the public right-of-way.

TREE, ORNAMENTAL

A small deciduous tree (rarely, evergreen), typically less than 35 feet in height when mature, that is utilized and valued for the aesthetic appearance, color and/or texture of its flowers, fruits, foliage, bark, form or habit.

TREE, SHADE

A large deciduous tree (rarely, evergreen), typically greater than 35 feet in height when mature, that is utilized for its broad leaf canopy and ability to cast a shadow upon a large area.