Planning Commission refines draft landscape ordinance, debates 20% live-vegetation minimum

Dec 3, 2025

Commissioners reviewed a draft landscape ordinance aimed at protecting local character and encouraging water-wise landscaping; they debated a proposed 20% minimum live vegetation requirement and moved plan oversight to the Building Department for permit-stage enforcement.

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The Fairfield Planning Commission on Dec. 3 conducted a detailed review of a draft landscape ordinance intended to protect public health and welfare while promoting water-wise, context-sensitive development.

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