Portsmouth

When 20 or fewer trees are required, at least two different species shall be utilized; when 20-40 trees, three species; when 40 or more, four species. Berms shall not exceed 3:1 slope and top width at least half height.

Canopy tree plantings shall be a minimum of two inches in caliper at the time of planting ... Understory tree plantings shall have a caliper of one and one-half inches ... Shrub plantings shall be a minimum of 24 inches in height.

All vehicular use areas shall include interior and perimeter landscaping, except single-family detached dwellings, two-family dwellings, and off-street surface vehicular use areas with three or fewer spaces.

All development shall provide a landscape buffer to separate it from uses in a different use classification, except single-family detached residential uses and uses in the D1 district.

Screening shall be required to conceal specific areas of high visual or auditory impact or hazardous areas from all off-site views.

Site landscaping shall be required for all development including free-standing ATMs, Ice Dispensers, coffee kiosks, and similar uses, and parking structures, except single-family detached dwellings, two-family dwellings, and development in Downtown D1 sub-districts T4, T5, T6 if building façade is less than 5 feet from property line.

Tree canopy requirements shall apply to all development in the City. Table 40.2-304(4) identifies the tree canopy cover requirements for development in each zoning district.

An Alternative Landscaping Plan may be approved by the Zoning Administrator with deviations up to 20% reduction in tree count or spacing under certain conditions.

All required landscaping shall be installed prior to issuance of a permanent Certificate of Occupancy unless extension granted. Owner responsible for maintenance and replacement of dead or damaged plants.

Existing trees being used for credit towards landscaping requirements shall be protected with a sturdy and visible fence before any grading, demolition, or other development activity begins. Fencing shall be erected at least one linear foot outside the tree's dripline.

Fences and walls shall comply with location, appearance, and height standards. Maximum heights vary by district type and use.

Fences and walls shall be constructed of the following materials... Maximum height requirements...

The height of outdoor lighting shall be no greater than 16 feet in residential districts and no greater than 30 feet in commercial and mixed-use districts. In industrial districts, no greater than 30 feet with possible 25% increase.

The height of outdoor lighting... no greater than 16 feet in residential districts and no greater than 30 feet in commercial and mixed-use districts.

Signs are regulated to protect public safety, enhance aesthetics, and balance communication needs.

The following signs are prohibited in all zoning districts: (1) Roof signs; (2) Pennants; (3) Balloons... (5) Portable or wheeled signs... (6) Off-premises signs, except in accordance with Sec. 40.2-307(J); (7) Signs that include movement or animation...

In the UR, UR-M, and historic (HR, HLO and HLB) zoning districts, signs shall be illuminated only by a source external to the sign.

In the UR, UR-M, and historic (HR, HLO and HLB) zoning districts, signs shall be illuminated only by a source external to the sign.

In the UR, UR-M, and historic (HR, HLO and HLB) zoning districts, signs shall be illuminated only by a source external to the sign.

Off-premises signs and outdoor advertising signs (attached and freestanding) are permitted only in the IL and IN districts after a Use Permit for the sign has been approved by the City Council in accordance with Sec. 40.2-533 Use Permits.