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a. Receive a status report on the outcome of public discussions regarding the proposed water and energy efficient landscape regulations;
b. Consider the recommended solutions for addressing the public's concerns; and
c. Provide direction to staff regarding modifications to the proposed water and energy efficient landscape regulations.
(Water and Energy Efficient Landscape Ordinance - REF110056, County-wide)
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors consider the following actions:
1. Accept a status report on the outcome of public discussions regarding the proposed water and energy efficient landscape ordinances;
2. Consider the recommended solutions for addressing the public's concerns; and
3. Provide direction to staff regarding modifications to the proposed water and energy efficient landscape regulations.
SUMMARY:
On February 23, 2016, staff introduced the proposed Coastal and Inland Water and Energy Efficient Landscape ordinances before the Board of Supervisors. During the hearing, correspondence from Michael Waxer, representing American Institute of Architects (AIA) Monterey Bay Chapter, was distributed and Pam Silkwood, representing the Refinement Group, was present requesting the Board of Supervisors postpone consideration of the ordinances to allow additional time for review. The Board directed staff to meet with Mr. Waxer and Ms. Silkwood to discuss the regulations contained in the proposed ordinance and return back before the Board of Supervisors at a later date.
On March 1, 2015, staff met with Mr. Waxer and Ms. Silkwood to discuss the proposed landscape regulations, receive comments, and identify potential solutions for addressing their concerns. The following list provides a summary of that discussion:
Area of Concern: Agricultural Cultivation Exception
Proposed Solution: Clearly distinguish between ornamental and agricultural planting.
Proposed Modification: Modify Section 1 of coa...
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