Key Considerations

Plantings in the public right-of-way provide environmental, social, and aesthetic benefits while contributing to a healthier, more resilient city. This chapter offers essential guidance on how to select, design, and maintain landscapes that support stormwater management, improve pedestrian comfort, and enhance biodiversity. Careful attention to site conditions, plant selection, and long-term maintenance is key to ensuring landscapes thrive in the City’s complex and evolving streetscape.