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- Large, uninterrupted surface areas should have a change in articulation through the use of pattern, texture, material, openings, or change in plane. Colors Building colors should blend in with the natural surroundings. • Study the landscape for cues. A predominance of earth tone colors that relate to the surrounding area, such as light, neutral tans, and browns is encouraged. • Use darker colors at the base of walls and lighter colors for the tops of walls. • Use darker colors or earth tones (neutral browns, darker buffs, tans, ochres) for expanses of walls, with brighter accents or white for trim. • Use neutral roof colors between light and dark, avoiding white or reflective materials unless located behind a parapet. Cool roof materials are encouraged. Landscape To the greatest extent possible, water conservation measures shall be incorporated into the design. All landscaping plans shall comply with the State/City's Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance and Bay Friendly Guidelines. All landscaping plans and materials require City approval as part of the design review process on a project by project basis. Visual Buffers Visual buffers should be created along property lines and where utility, service, garbage and/or loading areas are sited to provide thorough screening. The plant material should be a combination of evergreen trees and large-growing shrubs. A minimum of 50 percent of the screening material shall be evergreen trees. Exceptions may be approved by the Director of Community Development. Landscape Setbacks A 35-foot wide bermed landscape setback is may be required on all parcels within the project area along Johnson Drive. The minimum height of the berm shall be determined by the Director of Community Development. Other landscape features may be utilized instead of a berm as determined acceptable by the Director of Community Development. Uses permitted within landscape setbacks are berms, driveways crossings, landscaping, public and private utilities, drainage and slopes, site furnishings, sidewalks, trails, irrigation, and permitted signs. Provide a minimum five-foot wide planting strip along building walls visible from the public right of way to reduce building massing. This area may be reduced where there are pedestrian plazas or storefront uses. Plant Palette The plant palette shall predominantly feature species native to California that are drought tolerant and can withstand recycled water. Parcel Entry Drives The landscape emphasis at the entry drives is to be based on intended use. Visitor and primary entrances are to receive the greatest emphasis with respect to landscape treatment. The plant material selection should provide a variety of layering by size, seasonal interest, texture and color.