City of Providence
City of Providence Zoning Ordinance
§ 1500

LANDSCAPING REQUIRED

1500 LANDSCAPING REQUIRED

  • A. Development activity that meets any of the criteria described below triggers conformance with this Article:

  • 1. At a minimum, full conformance is required for the entire development or area within the limits of disturbance, whichever is less.

  • 2. If land within limits of disturbance equals more than 50% of the area of the lot or lots being developed, the entire development shall fully conform to the requirements of this Article.

  • 3. Full conformance is required when new principal buildings are constructed in the R-1A, R-1, R-3, and RP Districts. No development or tree cutting may result in a loss of trees and landscaping below what is required by this Article.