§ 18.98.010 — Nonconformities Regarding Landscaping

Santa Clara City Code · Santa Clara City Code § 18.98.010

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A. Use May Continue Indefinitely. Any lawfully created use that becomes nonconforming with regard to landscaping requirements, including, but not limited to, site coverage, parking lot coverage, distribution, installation, or maintenance, may continue indefinitely with the nonconformity as long as the use continues as permitted. B. Improvements Exceeding 75 Percent. However, upon performing any improvements to the parcel of 75 percent or more of the total appraised value of the existing development of the property, landscaping shall be provided in compliance with Chapter 18.36 (Landscaping Standards). C. Landscaping Shall Be Improved to Maximum Extent Possible. Along with any change, expansion, or intensification of use, the landscaping shall be improved to the maximum extent possible.

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