Chula Vista encourages native and drought-tolerant plantings through its Landscape Water Conservation ordinance (CVMC Chapter 20.12) and NatureScape program. New developments must comply with the Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance requiring low-water-use plant selections.
CVMC Chapter 20.12 implements the Water Conservation in Landscaping Act requirements for new and renovated landscapes. The ordinance encourages the use of native and drought-tolerant plants adapted to the local climate. The city's NatureScape program provides resources, plant lists, and guidance for converting landscapes to water-efficient designs featuring California native plants. The program promotes plants that thrive in Chula Vista's Mediterranean climate with minimal supplemental irrigation. New development and significant landscape renovation projects (over 500 square feet for residential, over 2,500 square feet for non-residential) must submit landscape documentation packages showing compliance with maximum applied water allowance limits. Plant selections should be appropriate for the local climate and soil conditions. The Sweetwater Authority and Otay Water District also provide rebate programs for turf removal and conversion to water-wise landscapes.
New development projects that fail to submit required landscape documentation or install non-compliant landscapes may have building permits withheld. Existing landscapes are encouraged but not required to convert to native plants.
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CVMC 19.68.030 establishes specific exterior noise level limits by zoning district. Single-family residential zones are limited to 55 dBA daytime and 45 dBA ...
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Leaf blowers and power fans in Chula Vista must be equipped with muffler devices under CVMC 19.68.050. Operation is prohibited during nighttime hours (10 PM ...
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