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Mesa Commercial and Mixed Use District Improvements

Purpose is to encourage architectural and landscaping improvements to mitigate air and storm water pollution and reduce the effects of the urban heat island by providing shade and considering solar orientation to take full advantage of sun angles and reduce potential energy consumption. A minimum of 50 percent (50%) of pedestrian walkways shall be shaded either by structures or with landscaping.

Link:

  • Mesa Code of Ordinances, Title 11, Article 2, Chapter 6, Sec. 11-6-1

Policy Details:

Locale: Mesa, Arizona [Southwest]
Climate zone: Zone 2B: Hot Dry
Jurisdiction: Municipality [>150K]
Smart Surface(s): Trees, Green Stormwater Infrastructure
Policy Type(s): City Code

Citation:

Mesa Code of Ordinances, Title 11, Article 2, Chapter 6, Sec. 11-6-1

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