A. Ground-level equipment. Structures such as antennas and satellite dishes shall be integrated into the project architecture and/or landscaping.

B. Open space. Open space shall be an integral part of any proposal. Exterior plazas, entry gardens, urban parks and sufficient landscaped areas should be clearly defined to strengthen the human scale and reduce the visual impact of tall buildings.

C. Public and semi-public places. Creation of public and semi-public places at both large and small scales shall be promoted to encourage a sense of community, where appropriate. Open spaces shall be designed to attract the public through the creation of comfortable places, attractive exhibits and easy access. Any open space shall be designed at a human scale to encourage human interaction.

D. ADA compliance. Open space shall be designed to be accessible and usable by people those with physical limitations and disabilities by complying with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

E. Landscaping size and spacing. The size and spacing of landscape elements shall be consistent with the size of the project and should relate to any identifiable streetscape.

F. Landscaping purpose. Landscaping shall provide variety and interest and improve the aesthetic quality of a project, in addition to providing a functional purpose.

G. Coordination with utilities. The landscape design shall be coordinated with all site utility elements such as power lines, transformers, meter boxes, backflow preventers and fire protection devices to effectively diminish the impact of such elements on the character of the site. (Ord. M-3643, 01/26/2004)