The character-and-sense-of-place objectives governing development of the Landscape Manual are: to articulate spatial relationships, provide image, develop sense of place, and improve the aesthetics of the built environment; to enhance the quality of life of residents through planting that provides comfortable outdoor spaces for people to occupy; to create pedestrian and bicycle-friendly environments; and to provide visual screens, buffers, and shade that:diminish undesirable views; reduce glare, noise, and heat; and mitigate the impacts of intensive uses. Ord. 16-581