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Council adopts landscaping and irrigation code changes intended to conserve water and reduce maintenance
Summary
The council approved amendments to multiple code sections to limit nonfunctional turf, raise improved soil-depth requirements, allow native/low‑water turf options and revise tree and screening standards for new developments.
The City Council adopted an ordinance to amend Round Rock’s zoning and development code chapters related to landscaping, irrigation and screening to encourage water conservation and reduce unnecessary irrigation of nonfunctional turf areas.
Bradley (planning staff), joined by Mike (public works staff), said the amendments are the product of interdepartmental work and outside consultation. Key changes adopted include: an option for developers to limit turf grass to no more than 50% of pervious areas on…
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