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Arvada Parking Area Landscaping Requirement

The Arvada parking area landscape requirement applies to surface parking lots and mandates landscaping to minimize parking lots’ apparent size, provide shade for parked cars, and reduce the heat island effect.

Link:

  • Arvada Code of Ordinances Section 4-6-6-3

Policy Details:

Locale: Arvada, Colorado [West]
Climate zone: Zone 5B: Cool Dry
Jurisdiction: Municipality [50-150K]
Smart Surface(s): Pavement, Shade Structures
Policy Type(s): City Code, Manuals and Guidance

Citation:

Arvada Code of Ordinances Section 4-6-6-3

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