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development projects that include landscape areas of 500 square feet or more would be subject to the ordinance. The previous landscape size threshold for new development projects was 2,500 square feet. The size threshold for existing landscapes that are being rehabilitated remains at 2,500 square feet. F. This Ordinance Amendment also addresses the allowance of synthetic turf requirements to be in compliance with recent legislation. As directed by State law, the use of synthetic turf as an option for required landscape area may not be unreasonably limited or restricted by local ordinance. The City's Synthetic Turf Design Standard will be updated to comply with State law and assure quality and sustainability of the synthetic products. G. The proposed modifications to the City Municipal Code and adoption of the updated Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance will bring the City's laws into compliance with the State water conservation mandate and other Orange County communities. Further, these requirements and guidelines will enhance the water conservation efforts currently being implemented throughout the City. SECTION 2. Article XVI of Chapter 41 of the Santa Ana Municipal Code is hereby amended such that it reads as follows: Sec. 41 -1500. Purpose. (a) The State Legislature has found that: (1) The waters of the State are of limited supply and are subject to ever increasing demands. (2) The continuation of California's economic prosperity is dependent on the availability of adequate supplies of water for future uses. (3) It is the policy of the State to promote the conservation and efficient use of water and to prevent the waste of this valuable resource. (4) Landscapes are essential to the quality of life in California by providing areas for active and passive recreation and as an enhancement to the environment by cleaning air and water, preventing erosion, offering fire protection, and replacing ecosystems lost to development. (5) Landscape design, installation, maintenance, and management can and should be water efficient. (6) Article X, Section 2 of the California Constitution specifies that the right to use water is limited to the amount reasonably required for Ordinance No. NS -2891 Page 2 of 9