§ 7-24. Landscaping security.

(a)

If the lot on which a certificate of occupancy for a single-family dwelling is requested, it is subject to landscaping requirements set forth in the development contract with the city. A certificate of occupancy shall not be issued unless the landscaping has been completed or unless a $750.00 fee, or such other amount as determined by the city's community development director, cash escrow or letter of credit is furnished to the city guaranteeing completion within 60 days, weather permitting. If the landscaping requirements are not met within one year of the completion deadline, the money shall be forfeited and deposited into the city's tree planting fund.

(b)

The city may use the escrow to reimburse the city for any labor or material costs it incurs in securing compliance with the landscaping requirements. If the city draws on the escrowed funds, no additional permits shall be issued for the lot until the pre-draw escrow balance has been restored. The city shall endeavor to give notice to the owner or developer before proceeding, but such notice shall not be required in an emergency as determined by the city.

(Ord. No. 351, § 6, 11-24-03; Ord. No. 457, § 1, 9-24-07; Ord. No. 470, § 1, 8-25-08)