For Star subscribers: In general, the ordinance prohibits the planting of grass in non-single family home developments when it's not clearly functional, including for recreation.
Tony Davis With little debate, let alone opposition, the Tucson City Council unanimously approved a ban on non-functional grass planting in all new developments except single-family homes.
In general, the ordinance prohibits the planting of grass in non-single family home developments when it's not clearly functional, including for recreation. It doesn't affect any existing or future use of artificial turf. it affects all forms of commercial and industrial develoment, as well as"common areas" in apartment projects.
As for the plumbing fixture rules, they will require all new developments to meet the following Environmental Protection Agency-required water use limits from"water-sense" fixtures: Both proposals underwent extensive and largely uncritical reviews by various interest groups and city advisory panels.
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