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Council advances first reading allowing limited artificial turf in nonresidential landscaping
Summary
Council approved first reading of an ordinance to permit artificial turf on up to 10% of required landscaped area in nonresidential districts (variance to 15% possible via Forestry Committee). Staff emphasized permeable, high‑quality turf standards to address drainage and microplastic concerns.
The Aberdeen City Council voted in favor of the first reading of an amendment to the landscaping code (referred to in packet materials as ordinance '26 0 2 01') that would allow the use of artificial turf on a limited basis in nonresidential districts.
Council member Ron (presentation) described the ordinance as a compromise that recognizes the value of living plants while allowing artificial turf in particular, constrained planting areas. “What we put together is an amendment to the landscape standards that number 1 allows for artificial turf,” he said, adding that staff found only one other city…
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