G. Landscaping adjacent to mechanical equipment on site. Mechanical equipment, (e.g. backflow preventers, utility cabinets, air

Planning and Zoning Commission · 2026-06-17 · agenda_item

This item concerns new rules for landscaping around mechanical equipment on development sites. Mechanical equipment, such as backflow preventers, utility cabinets, and air conditioners, that can be seen from streets must be hidden. This can be done with a hedge of shrubs planted close together, a decorative fence, or an architectural feature. The landscaping must be at least three feet away from the equipment for access and airflow. This is a planned rule change being reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Commission. The work would involve installing hedges, fences, or architectural features. This early stage offers an opportunity for landscape contractors, fencing companies, and material suppliers to engage before final plans are set. Reaching out now allows businesses to understand the upcoming requirements and potentially secure future work.

maximum shrub spacing

30 inches on center

minimum distance from equipment

3 feet