(1) When an application is made for a building permit on any land where the landscaping requirements of this section are applicable, such building permit application shall be accompanied by a site plan(s) containing the information listed below:
(a) The date, scale, north arrow, title and name of owner.
(b) The location of property lines and dimensions of the tract.
(c) The location and size of existing and proposed streets and alleys.
(d) The location, size and type (tree, shrub, ground cover) of proposed landscape plant material, and the location of proposed landscape areas. The use of native plants is encouraged.
(e) The location, size and species of existing trees on the site having trunks six (6) inches or larger in diameter and the approximate size of their crowns.
(f) The location, size and type of landscape architectural components (drives, walks, curbs, fences, steps, ramps, planters, pools, parking areas, etc.) proposed.
(g) A separate grading plan showing proposed topography (at two (2) foot contour interval) may be required at the request of the building official.
(h) Indication if a landscape irrigation system is proposed.
(i) Sufficient details to clearly describe all features proposed to be located in the city right-of-way. A written statement shall be submitted holding the city harmless from liability and/or damages caused by features placed in the right-of-way. The city retains total jurisdiction over features in the right-of-way as necessary for installation and maintenance of utilities, improvements and protection of the public health, safety and welfare.
(j) Information necessary for verifying whether the required maximum percent of impervious cover has not been exceeded under the applicable zoning designation.
