Alturas Municipal Code Div. 9 Residential Use Type

A. Applicability. The standards set forth in this Section shall apply to all Community Care Facilities as defined in Article VIII.

B. Administrative Permit Approval. Where allowed by the Land Use Matrix in Article II, Division 3, an Administrative Permit for Community Care Facilities may be approved if all of the following conditions are met.

1. Small Residential Facilities. The facility meets the Article VIII definition of a Small Residential Facility, is housed in a Single Family Dwelling, and meets the requirements of State Code for operation. A Secondary Dwelling may also be used, but the operator of the facility must live on site and be the primary care-giver. No signs are permitted advertising the use, and helpers coming to assist with care are limited to two per day. The Administrative Permit shall indicate what areas are available for use by the residents and the hours that outdoor areas will be available for use.

2. Public Notice Requirement. Contiguous Properties.

D. Use Permit Approval. Where allowed by the Land Use Matrix in Article II, Division 3, a Use Permit for a Community Care Facility may be approved if all of the following conditions are met:

1. Findings. Standard Use Permit findings can be made.

2. Large Residential Facilities. The facility meets the Article VIII definition of a Large Residential Facility, is housed in a Single Family Dwelling or a structure that is appropriate for the neighborhood, and meets the requirements of State Code for operation. A Secondary Dwelling may also be used. The operator of the facility must live on site and be the primary care-giver. One sign, not to exceed six square feet, is permitted to identify the use. The Use Permit should be conditioned to approve the sign's placement, the number of employees permitted on site at any given time, parking requirements, and outdoor areas available to the residents, as well as the hours available for outdoor activities.

3. Commercial Facilities. The facility meets the Article VIII definition of a Commercial Facility and the requirements of State Code for operation. The facility is subject to all the Site Planning and Development Standards of Article IV. The Use Permit should be conditioned to approve the placement of signage, the number of employees permitted on site at any given time, parking requirements, and outdoor areas available to the residents, as well as the hours available for outdoor activities.

(Ord. No. 503, 12-16-2014)

A. Applicability. The standards set forth in this Section shall apply to all Day Care Facilities as defined in Article VIII.

B. Administrative Permit Approval. Where allowed by the Land Use Matrix in Article II, Division 3, an Administrative Permit for Day Care Facilities may be approved if all of the following conditions are met.

1. Small Residential Facility. The facility meets the Article VIII definition of a Small Residential Facility, is housed in a Single Family Dwelling, and meets the requirements of State Code for operation. A Secondary Dwelling may also be used, but the operator of the facility must live on site and be the primary care-giver. No signs are permitted advertising the use, and helpers coming to assist with care are limited to two per day. The Administrative Permit shall indicate what areas are available for use by the residents and the hours that outdoor areas will be available for use as well as general operating hours of the facility, which should not accept pick-up or delivery of clients between 9:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.

2. Public Notice Requirement. Contiguous Properties.

C. Use Permit Approval. Where allowed by the Land Use Matrix in Article II, Division 3, a Use Permit for a Day Care Facility may be approved if all of the following conditions are met:

1. Findings. Standard Use Permit findings can be made.

2. Large Residential Facilities. The facility meets the Article VIII definition of a Large Residential Facility, is housed in a Single Family Dwelling or a structure that is appropriate for the neighborhood, and meets the requirements of State Code for operation. A Secondary Dwelling may also be used. The operator of the facility must live on site and be the primary care-giver. One sign, not to exceed six square feet, is permitted to identify the use. The Use Permit should be conditioned to approve the sign's placement, the number of employees permitted on site at any given time, parking requirements, and outdoor areas available to the residents, as well as the hours available for outdoor activities. Use Permit conditions should minimize the impact of this facility on the surrounding residential neighborhood.

3. Commercial Facilities. The facility meets the Article VIII definition of a Commercial Facility and the requirements of State Code for operation. The facility is subject to all the Site Planning and Development Standards of Article IV. The Use Permit should be conditioned to approve the placement of signage, the number of employees permitted on site at any given time, parking requirements, and outdoor areas available to the residents, as well as the hours available for outdoor activities.

(Ord. No. 503, 12-16-2014)

A. Applicability. The standards set forth in this Section shall apply to Multi-Family Dwellings as defined in Article VIII.

B. General Standards. The following conditions are applicable to all Multi-Family Dwellings, whether permitted by right or by permit pursuant to the Land Use Matrix in Article II, Division 3:

1. Site Planning and Design Standards. Developments with more than four units on a Lot are considered commercial developments and are subject to the Site Planning and Design Standards of Article IV.

C. Use Permit Approval. Where allowed by the Land Use Matrix in Article II, Division 3, a Use Permit may be approved for a Multi-Family Dwelling if all of the following conditions are met:

1. Findings. Standard Use Permit findings can be made.

2. In C1 Zone. Dwelling Units are part of a mixed use development and do not occupy the first floor.

(Ord. No. 503, 12-16-2014)

A. Applicability. The standards set forth in this Section shall apply to Secondary Dwellings as defined in Article VIII.

B. Intent. This Section implements California Government Code Section 65852.150 et seq. regarding Secondary Dwellings.

C. Administrative Permit Approval. An Administrative Permit for a Secondary Dwelling Unit must be approved, per California Government Code Section 65852.2.(b)(1), if all of the following conditions are met.

1. Re-Sale. The Unit cannot be sold separately from the Primary Dwelling Unit.

2. Zoning. The lot is zoned for single family or multi-family use.

3. Primary Dwelling. The lot contains an existing Single family Dwelling.

4. Location. The second unit is proposed to be attached to the existing single family Dwelling or detached from the existing dwelling but located on the same Lot.

5. Maximum Floor Area. State Law indicates the floor area of an attached Secondary Dwelling shall not exceed 30% of the existing living area. The total floor area of a detached Secondary Dwelling shall not exceed 1,200 square feet.

However, per California Government Code Section 65852.2(d), the City is permitted to establish minimum and maximum unit size requirements for both attached and detached Secondary Units, and this chapter hereby establishes the following table for Secondary Dwelling Units based on Lot Size.

Table 28.38.040

Table 28.38.040 shows the maximum floor area allowed for either an attached or detached Secondary Dwelling, with the exception that attached Secondary Dwellings cannot exceed 30 percent of the square footage of the primary dwelling.

6. Conformance with Standard Development Requirements. The project conforms to all other height, setback, lot coverage, architectural review, site plan review, building code, fees, charges and other zoning requirements generally applicable to residential construction in the zone in which the property is located.

7. Guest House Limitation. If a detached Guest House exists on site, the Guest House may be converted to a Second Dwelling Unit, or the Second Dwelling Unit must be attached to the Primary Dwelling and designed in such a way as to retain the appearance of one dwelling unit.

(Ord. No. 503, 12-16-2014)

A. Applicability. The standards and restrictions set forth in this Section shall apply to both Single Family Attached and Detached Dwellings where they are the Primary Use on site as defined in Article VIII. These provisions do not apply to Commercial Caretaker Housing, Multi-Family Housing, or Mobile Home Parks.

B. General Provisions. The following are considered common uses and structures on lots developed with one Single Family Dwelling as the Primary Use. They are therefore permitted either by right or permit as noted below.

1. Secondary Dwelling Unit. One Secondary Dwelling unit may be approved by an Administrative Permit pursuant to the conditions of Section 28.38.040.

2. Guest House. One Guest House may be approved by Administrative Permit pursuant to the conditions of Section 28.38.060.

3. Accessory Structures. The following accessory structures are permitted upon approval of any necessary building permits as long as they are placed outside the setback specified for Accessory Structures within the applicable zone.

a. One Garage, either attached or detached, not to exceed 750 square feet or 25 feet in height without an Administrative Permit. Door height is limited to 10 feet, unless a larger door is approved by Administrative Permit (processed pursuant to Section 28.52.010). At the discretion of the Director, said Administrative Permit may also require an elevation drawing to determine visual impacts of the project.

b. One Workshop or Art Studio, either attached to other structures on site, or detached, not to exceed 600 square feet without an Administrative Permit. The workshop door is also limited to 10 feet in height unless a larger door is approved by Administrative Permit (processed pursuant to Section 28.52.010).

c. One Shed for every 6,000 square feet of Lot area, not to exceed 120 square feet per shed without an Administrative Permit (processed pursuant to Section 28.52.010).

d. One Pool, either built-in or above ground.

e. For AG and RR Zones: One barn, not to exceed 1500 square feet and 25 feet in height without an Administrative Permit, and animal shelters as needed to comply with the Animal Regulations.

f. Containers. The use of semi-trailers, shipping or cargo containers (such as sea-land containers) railroad cars, or similar storage units are prohibited unless approved as a Temporary Storage facility for a construction staging area as permitted by Section 28.35.020. In no case shall the container remain on site past issuance of occupancy for the structure.

4. Garage Sales. Up to four garage sales are permitted by right each year as long as they are run by residents of the property. Additional sales require an Administrative Permit processed pursuant to Section 28.52.010.

5. Recreational Vehicle and Boat Storage. On lots that are a minimum of 6,000 square feet with an existing Single Family Dwelling, one boat, camper shell, camp or cargo trailer, or Recreational Vehicle (RV) may be stored outside on site by right as long as it is:

a. In operable condition,

b. Owned by the resident of the property,

c. Stored on the back half of the Lot behind a fence that is a minimum of 4 feet high,

d. Not use as living accommodations while it is stored on site,

e. No automobiles are stored on the back half of the lot, and

f. The yard is kept free of weeds and debris.

g. Its presence, along with any other Outside Storage does not exceed the limits set by Subsection 7.b.

One additional boat, camper shell, camp or cargo trailer, or RV may be permitted by Administrative Permit (processed pursuant to Section 28.52.010) if the lot is a minimum of 10,000 square feet in size and all of the above conditions are met.

6. Automobile Storage and Repair.

a. Front Lot Vehicle Parking. Only operable vehicles are permitted to be parked in the front half of a property, and they are required to be located on a paved driveway, leaving the sidewalk and right-of-way clear of obstruction. No more than two vehicles per lot may be parked in this manner, and these vehicles do not count toward the Outdoor Storage limitations of Subsection 7.b.

b. Garage Storage and Repair. The storage and/or repair of vehicles in a fully enclosed garage is permitted by right, as long as the vehicles are owned by a resident on site. In addition, automobiles and equipment may be removed from the garage and repaired in the driveway by right as long as all materials and equipment are returned to the garage or indoor storage area by sundown.

c. Outdoor Storage and Repair. On lots that are a minimum of 6,000 square feet, one vehicle is allowed to be stored and repaired outside by right as long as the vehicle is owned by a resident on site, and the vehicle is being stored and repaired on the rear half of the property, behind a six foot fence or landscaping that fully screens the storage/work area from the view of adjacent property owners and nearby public streets. The outdoor storage of vehicles in this manner counts toward the Outdoor Storage limitations of Subsection 7.b.

7. Material Storage.

a. Inside Storage. There shall be no limit to the amount of material or equipment stored when all materials and equipment are stored inside an enclosed structure.

b. Outside Storage. All outside areas shall be fully screened from public view and shall take up no more than 10% of the property area. Storage material shall be placed no higher than the screening material, and shall be located in such a manner as to not become a hindrance for emergency personnel that may require access to the property. Storage areas must also be kept free of weeds and debris that may cause a fire hazard. Automobile and equipment storage is included in this category. Neatly stacked firewood is not included in this category and is therefore exempt from the screening requirement of this Subsection.

8. Home Occupations. Businesses that qualify as "Home Occupations" may be operated out of the home subject to the requirements of Section 28.38.070.

(Ord. No. 503, 12-16-2014)

A. Applicability. The standards set forth in this section shall apply to emergency shelters that are intended to operate as a year-round facility as envisioned by California Government Code § 65583(4)(A) and defined in Article 8.

B. General Standards. The following conditions are applicable to emergency shelters operated pursuant to these land use restrictions, where permitted pursuant to the Land Use Matrix in section 28.22:

1. Site Planning and Design Standards. Housing developments fitting the definition of emergency shelters are subject to the same site planning and development standards as multi-family dwellings.

2. The maximum number of beds or persons permitted to be served nightly by the facility shall be 30, exclusive of on-site employees.

3. Off-street parking shall be the same as that required for transitional housing unless clear evidence is provided that a reduced number will fully serve the facility without resorting to the use of on-street parking. Said reduction in parking may be approved by the planning director through the ministerial administrative permit process.

4. The interior onsite waiting and client intake areas shall be sized to accommodate all clients seeking on-site services at any given time. An exterior courtyard is permitted as an overflow area for this purpose if it is not visible from any public street.

5. Provision shall be made for on-site management to be present whenever clients are on-site. Said manager(s) may live at the establishment.

6. The operation and maintenance agreement required by the site plan process shall include a provision that facility operators will provide on-site security personnel when and where required by the city's chief of police if there is an incident at the facility which, at the chief's sole discretion, demonstrates a need for on-site security.

(Ord. No. 522, § 2, 11-25-2019)

A. Applicability. The standards and restrictions set forth in this Section shall apply to Guest Houses as defined in Article VIII.

B. Administrative Permit Approval. An Administrative Permit for a Guest House, processed pursuant to Section 28.52.010, may be approved if all of the following conditions are met.

1. Existing Single Family Dwelling. A Single Family Dwelling already exists on site.

2. Floor Area Limitation. The proposed guest house is not more than 600 square feet (measured from the outside of the exterior guest house walls including all enclosed habitable or potentially habitable space).

3. Secondary Dwelling Limitation. If a detached Secondary Dwelling exists on site, the Guest House must be attached to the Primary Dwelling and designed in such a way as to retain the appearance of one dwelling unit.

4. Limitation on Use. As defined under Article VIII, a guest house:

a. May contain a living area, a maximum of two bedrooms, and one bathroom. The living area may include a wet bar and a refrigerator no larger than 5 cubic feet in size;

b. The Guest House may not contain laundry facilities, a Cooking Facility (or the room to install a Cooking Facility), a refrigerator in excess of 5 cubic feet, or a sink other than the bathroom and wet bar sinks;

c. Shall be used for temporary, non-commercial sleeping quarters by visitors of the property owner or lessor (i.e., it cannot be rented out); and

d. Shall not have an electric meter separate from the primary dwelling.

e. The above restrictions must be recorded in the property's deed.

(Ord. No. 503, 12-16-2014)

A. Applicability. The standards and restrictions set forth in this Section shall apply to Home Occupations as defined in Article VIII.

B. Intent. This Section describes opportunities for home-based businesses compatible with many residential and agricultural uses in order to encourage employers to offer home workplace alternatives, and promote the economic self-sufficiency of City residents, while minimizing conflicts with adjacent property owners, maintaining the residential character of neighborhoods, and protecting the public health, safety, and welfare.

C. General Provisions. Home Occupations shall be allowed by right, unless otherwise indicated below, in all Residential and Agricultural Zones if they are in compliance with the following standards:

1. Business Location. All business is conducted within a structure permitted by Section 28.38.050, and the appearance of the structure is not altered in a way that would make it stand out in the neighborhood.

2. Business License. As with all businesses in the City, a Business License is required to operate a business out of the home.

3. Visibility. The activity shall not be visible from a right-of-way or road easement, nor shall it require vehicles of the property owner to be routinely parked on the street.

4. Residency Requirement. The business shall be owned and operated by a person or persons residing on the premises.

5. Visitors and Employees. The business owner may have on-site meetings with other business personnel who provide support service to the home occupation, such as accountants and transcribers. In addition, up to two full or part-time employees, under the direct payroll and supervision of the business owner, shall be allowed to work on site if a "Change of Use" is processed with the Building Department pursuant to Building Code Section 1101B.6 (Commercial Facilities Located in Private Residences).

6. Retail Sales may occur on the premises by appointment only, or when conducted by telephone, mail, or Internet, with delivery occurring off-site.

7. Off-Site Disturbances. As part of the Home Occupation, no equipment or process shall be used that create noise, vibration, dust, glare, fumes, odors, or electrical interference detectable to the normal senses off-site unless an Administrative Permit is issued pursuant to Subsection D (below). In the case of electrical interference, no equipment or process shall be used that creates visual or audible interference in any radio or television receivers, or that causes fluctuations in line voltage off-site.

8. Commercial delivery vehicles that are normally associated with residential uses may be utilized for the pick up or delivery of materials related to the home occupation.

9. Heavy Commercial Vehicles, as defined in Article VIII (Vehicle, Heavy Commercial) are not permitted to deliver or pick up products or be stored on site except in AG zones or by Use Permit issued pursuant to Subsection E (below).

10. Goods or materials used or manufactured as part of the home occupation shall not be visible from a right-of-way or road easement when stored.

11. Business Signs. Signs advertising a home business are not permitted in any zone except under the following conditions:

a. In AG and RR Zones. Signs advertising on-site animal or agriculturally related businesses are permitted by right with the approval of a Sign Permit processed pursuant to Section 28.52.020. Said signs are limited to one sign up to 10 square feet in size, and may be mounted on the side of a building, or placed on posts or a free-standing wall not over four feet in height (which would be the maximum overall height of the sign when measured from grade) unless otherwise approved by an Administrative Permit or Use Permit processed pursuant to Subsections D or E (below).

b. In R3 Zones. Signs advertising on-site businesses are permitted by right, upon approval of a Sign Permit, processed pursuant to Section 28.52.020. Said signs are limited to one sign up to 10 square feet in size, and may be mounted on the side of a building, or placed on posts or a free-standing wall not over four feet in height (which would be the maximum overall height of the sign when measured from grade) unless otherwise approved by an Administrative Permit or Use Permit processed pursuant to Subsections D or E (below).

c. All Other Uses and Zones. Signs advertising on-site businesses are not permitted unless they have been approved as part of an Administrative Permit or Use Permit processed pursuant to Subsections D or E (below).

12. Training and Tutoring. Student instruction shall be provided by appointment only, subject to the following standards:

a. Student instruction shall be allowed between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

b. Group lessons shall be limited to a maximum of six students per group lesson at any one time, once per day, on parcels less than one acre, or twice per day on parcels one acre or greater, provided adequate parking is available. Parking space that meets on-site residential requirements, as well as available parking space along the road frontage may be used.

c. Student concerts, recitals, performance events, and showings are permitted on site if they are limited to forty attendees, are held between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., are held no more often than four times per year. Any such events that exceed these limits must have an approved Special Event Permit subject to permit requirements and restrictions of Section 28.37.040.

13. Home Occupations Involving Animals. All Home Occupations involving live animals must comply with the Animal Regulations in Article III, Division 2. In addition, the following restrictions apply.

a. Stables and Equestrian Facilities. All businesses providing Stable or Equestrian Facilities as defined by Article VIII must comply with the requirements of Section 28.37.030. In the AG and RR Zones on lots with a minimum size of 5 acres, the following uses are allowed by right:

i. Large Animal Training. Where the animals are boarded on site.

ii. Riding Lessons, where lessons are given on a private or semi-private basis using animals boarded on site, with no more than two students in the ring at any one time, and no more than three training sessions per day.

iii. Large and Medium Animal Boarding, where the number of animals does not exceed those permitted by the Animal Regulations.

b. Animal Boarding. All animal boarding requires the approval of an Administrative Permit (for up to 6 dogs or 8 cats of any size and age, or up to 20 Small Animals, exclusive of the animals owned by the business owner), or a Use Permit processed pursuant to Subsection D or E below. This Subsection does not apply to businesses that board Large and Medium Animals (see Stables and Equestrian Facilities above).

c. Dog Training. Permitted by right subject to the Training and Tutoring standards of Subsection 12 (above), provided that no animal is left unattended unless they are in a secure enclosure meeting the requirements of the Animal Regulations.

d. Dog and Cat Grooming. Permitted by right where no more than four dog or cat clients are on the premises at any given time, and clients do not drop off animals before 9:00 a.m. or pick them up after 6:00 p.m., no animals are boarded overnight except in compliance with Subsection b (above), and no animal is left unattended unless they are in a secure enclosure meeting the requirements of the Animal Regulations.

14. Home Occupations Involving the Repair or Use of Machinery. All Home Occupations involving the repair or use of any machine (other than hand tools) must secure an Administrative Permit (if all work will be conducted indoors) or a Use Permit (if any portion of the work will be conducted outdoors) processed pursuant to Subsections D and E (below).

D. Administrative Permit Approval. Where required by Subsection C an Administrative Permit may be approved for a Home Occupation if all of the following conditions are met.

1. It can be seen with certainty that the use, as proposed or conditioned, will have no detrimental impact on the surrounding neighborhood, or all of the contiguous property owners or their tenants have signed a petition approving the use;

2. Adequate parking is available for the use;

3. New facilities that need to be constructed for the use will be able to conform to all applicable Site Planning and Design Standards for the zone and its use;

4. Provisions have been made for trash removal, sanitary facilities and site clean-up, and all applicable animal regulations are met.

5. The business owner has signed a statement agreeing to abide by the conditions and limitations of the Administrative Permit, and understands that failure to comply with the Permit may result in the closure of the business and the removal of all business materials and equipment at the owner's expense.

6. Public Notice Requirement. Contiguous Properties.

E. Use Permit Approval. Where required by Subsection C, or where a use does not meet all of the "by right" requirements of Subsection C, Home Occupations in Residential and Agricultural zones may be allowed a Use Permit if all of the following conditions are met:

1. Findings. Standard Use Permit findings can be made.

(Ord. No. 503, 12-16-2014)

A. Applicability. The standards set forth in this Section shall apply to Commercial Caretaker Housing as defined in Article VIII.

B. Intent. Commercial Caretaker Housing is intended to be made available as an Accessory Use where the Primary Commercial, Industrial, Recreational, or Civic Use on site involves operations, equipment, or resources that require 24-hour security.

C. Administrative Permit Approval. This use may be approved by Administrative Permit where allowed by the Land Use Matrix in Article II, Division 3 if all of the following conditions are met:

1. Occupancy. At least one of the occupants of the housing unit shall be an employee of the business, operation, or institution that qualifies for such housing in compliance with this Section.

2. Location of Housing Unit. The housing unit shall be located on the same lot as the Primary Use that requires 24-hour security.

3. In RC and OS Zones. The Decision Making Authority must confirm that the use, as conditioned, will not interfere with the resource protections intended by the zone.

4. Housing Maintenance. All housing, whether permanent or temporary, shall meet the Development Standards for the zone and be subject to all applicable building, fire, and health codes.

a. Permanent housing shall be constructed and maintained to conform to State Department of Housing and Community Development regulations for employee housing.

b. Mobilehomes used for such housing shall be maintained in compliance with the applicable requirements of the Manufactured Housing Act (Health and Safety Code Section 18000 et seq.).

c. Recreational vehicles and temporary structures may only be utilized where the housing is required for a temporary business site. For example, to provide security for a construction site.

5. Removal of Housing Unit. A Commercial Caretaker Housing unit shall remain in use concurrent with the existence of the use that justifies the housing unit. Upon termination of the allowed use, the housing unit shall be removed (if a temporary structure), or converted to another allowed use (if a permanent structure).

(Ord. No. 503, 12-16-2014)

A. Applicability. The standards set forth in this Section shall apply to Transitional Housing as defined in Article VIII.

B. General Standards. All transitional housing shall conform to the development standards for its zone and under this chapter. For those facilities housing six or fewer persons, an Administrative Permit is required. For facilities housing seven or more persons a Use Permit is required.

C. Administrative Permit Approval. This use may be approved by Administrative Permit where allowed by the Land Use Matrix in Article II, Division 3 if all of the following conditions are met:

1. Location. The facility is located at least 1,000 feet from another transitional housing facility, as measured in a straight line without regard to intervening structures, between the nearest point of each property line.

2. Fencing. A six-foot high solid fence shall be provided along all side and rear property lines.

3. Landscaping. Landscaping shall be regularly maintained and irrigated.

4. Signage. No signage is permitted.

5. Outdoor Activities. All outdoor activities shall be conducted between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m.

6. Business License. A valid business license is required prior to operation and shall be maintained as long as the use is in operation.

7. Public Notice Requirement. Contiguous Properties.

D. Use Permit Approval. This use may be approved by Use Permit where allowed by the Land Use Matrix in Article II, Division 3 if all of the following conditions are met:

1. Findings. Standard Use Permit findings can be made.

2. Conditions. All of the conditions for the Administrative Permit are with the following exceptions:

a. Signage. One Permanent Sign, not to exceed six square feet, is permitted to identify the use. The Use Permit should identify the location and type of signage permitted, and a Sign Permit should approve the design.

(Ord. No. 503, 12-16-2014)

A. Applicability. The standards set forth in this Section shall apply to Mobile/Manufactured Home Parks as defined in Article VIII.

B. Use Permit Approval. Mobile/Manufactured Home Parks (called "Parks" for the purposes of this Section) may be approved by Use Permit where allowed by the Land Use Matrix in Article II, Division 3 if all of the following conditions are met:

1. Findings. Standard Use Permit findings can be made.

2. Zone. The Primary Zone for the property must be R3, and the zone must be in conformance with the General Plan.

3. Minimum Area. The minimum area of the Park shall be four acres.

4. Signs. Park entrance signs shall comply with the provisions under Article IV, Division 7 (Sign Standards). The location, size and type of sign permitted shall be specified in the Use Permit, and a sign permit shall be issued approving sign design.

5. Water Supply and Sewage Disposal. The City Public Works Division shall determine whether adequate water supply and/or septic capability is available to serve the project.

6. Structures and Recreational Facilities. The following standards apply to on-site structures:

a. Commercial Caretaker's Residence. One Caretaker's residence is permitted per Park.

b. Park Businesses. In addition to the Park office, the only business use permitted in the Park is one retail sales business and/or one restaurant sized to serve Park residents. The location, size and type of business must be approved as part of the Use Permit.

c. Other Structures. Parks may include minor accessory recreational uses or structures such as swimming pools and tennis courts and small storage structures for grounds keeping equipment and supplies. All other structures (other than the Mobile/Manufactured Homes) are limited to restrooms/showers and one clubhouse which may contain one commercial kitchen facility, all of which are for the exclusive use of Park residents and guests staying in the Campground/RV Area.

7. Conditions. The following must be applied to the project:

a. Compliance with State Law. All Parks shall be developed in compliance with the minimum standards of the Mobile Home Parks Act (Health and Safety Code 18200 et seq.) and the applicable Mobile Home Parks Regulations adopted by the Department of Housing and Community Development (Code of Regulations, Ordinance 25) including, but not limited to, lot size and setback standards, infrastructure requirements, operations, maintenance, and inspections within a mobile home park.

b. Fencing. A fence, wall, landscaping screen, earth mound or other screening approved by the Director, or otherwise required by this chapter, shall be required as needed for protection of both the occupants of the Park and the public health, safety and welfare

c. Access. Park access roads shall have clear and unobstructed access to a public roadway. There shall be no direct access from an individual Mobile/Manufactured Home site, campsite, RV Space or On-Site Business onto a public roadway.

d. Trash Collection Areas. Trash collection areas shall be adequately distributed and enclosed by a six foot high landscape screen, solid wall or fence, which is accessible on one side but prevents scavenging by animals.

e. Camp Ground/RV Use. Where a Campground and/or RV area is provided inside the Park, the maximum length of stay in the Campground/RV Area shall be 90 days in any twelve-month period.

f. Parking. The Park shall provide off-street parking spaces for each Mobile Home and RV/Campsite Space in accordance with Article IV, Division 6 (Parking Standards).

g. Signage. One Permanent Freestanding Sign, meeting the requirements of the Sign Standards of Article IV, Division 7, is permitted to identify the park. If a retail and/or restaurant business is on site in compliance with this section, it may have one wall sign, not to exceed 10 square feet, to advertise to park residents. The retail/restaurant sign may not be oriented toward a public street outside the park as it is intended to serve Park patrons only. In addition, the retail/restaurant business may not be advertised on the Freestanding Sign. The Use Permit should identify the size, location and type of all signage permitted, and a sign permit should approve the design of each sign.

(Ord. No. 503, 12-16-2014)

A. Applicability. The standards set forth in this Section shall apply to Rooming Houses as defined in Article VIII.

B. General Standards. Rooming Houses must meet the following General Standards where allowed by the Land Use Matrix in Article II, Division 3:

1. Blood Relations. Persons legally related to the owner or lessee of the property are exempt from these standards.

2. Signage. Unless approved by a Use Permit, signage is not permitted to identify a Rooming House business.

3. Residential Zones. Rooming Houses are permitted by right in all Single Family Dwellings under the following conditions:

a. The owner or lessee of the structure must live on site.

b. No more than two bedrooms may be leased at any given time, and the occupancy of each bedroom is limited to two people.

c. One off-street parking space must be provided for each bedroom that is rented out, in addition to one off-site parking space for the owner/lessee.

d. Rooms must be leased on a monthly basis.

4. C1, RC and OS Zones. Rooming Houses are permitted by Use Permit.

C. Use Permit Approval. This use may be approved by Use Permit where allowed by the Land Use Matrix in Article II, Division 3 if all of the following conditions are met:

1. Findings. Standard Use Permit findings can be made.

2. Residency. The owner or lessee of the structure must live on site.

3. Location. In C1 Zones, Rooming Houses may not occupy the first floor of a building.

4. Business License. A valid business license is required prior to operation and shall be maintained as long as the use is in operation.

5. Signage. One sign, consistent with the Sign Standards, is permitted to identify the use. The Use Permit shall identify the size, location and sign type, and a sign permit shall approve the design.

(Ord. No. 503, 12-16-2014)