Article 26 — SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR TROUSDALE ESTATES

The development standards set forth in this article shall apply to all properties in Trousdale Estates. (Ord. 95-O-2239, eff. 7-7-1995)

The following minimum and maximum floor area restrictions shall apply to buildings in the Trousdale Estates: A. Minimum Restrictions: Any building that serves as the primary residential building on a site area shall have a minimum floor area of one thousand six hundred (1,600) square feet and shall have a minimum width, at its widest point, of twenty feet (20').

B. Maximum Restrictions: The cumulative floor area of all buildings located on a single site area in Trousdale Estates, inclusive of units built as part of a two-primary unit project, shall not exceed one thousand five hundred (1,500) square feet plus forty percent (40%) of the site area on which those buildings are built. The maximum cumulative floor area of the primary residential units developed on separate lots after any subdivision of lots shall not exceed the maximum cumulative floor area calculation for the site prior to the subdivision of lots.

Further, if a portion of a site area is to be dedicated to the city for the purposes of establishing or enlarging a street or an alley, and such dedication is to be made in conjunction with a development approval, then, for the purposes of calculating the maximum permitted floor area for the proposed development pursuant to this section, the site area shall include that portion of the site area that is to be dedicated to the city. However, the dedicated area shall not be included in the calculation of floor area for subsequent development, including additions to the original development. (Ord. 89O-2056, eff. 4-20-1989; amd. Ord. 95-O-2239, eff. 7-7-1995; Ord. 25-O-2913, eff. 5-6-2025; Ord. 25-O-2915, eff. 6- 17-2025)

No portion of any building or structure in Trousdale Estates shall extend beyond the level pad, except fences and hedges as permitted by section 10-3-2616 of this chapter which are "open to public view" as defined in article 1 of this chapter.

• A. Exceptions: The following exceptions shall apply to the provisions of this section:

1. This section shall not be applied to any undeveloped site which does not have a level pad and is not subject to a valid subdivision or parcel map that shows construction of a level pad.

2. Construction may extend beyond the level pad for any city project.

3. Portions of structures which extend beyond the level pad and which were legally constructed prior to October

15, 1987, may be rebuilt or remodeled. However, no addition to such structures shall be permitted in any area other than the level pad. Nor shall any increase in the height or change in footprint of such structures be permitted in any area other than the level pad. (Ord. 92-O-2147, eff. 9-4-1992; amd. Ord. 95-O-2239, eff. 7-7-1995)

For site areas located in Trousdale Estates, no grading which requires a grading permit shall be performed in any area which has a slope that exceeds one vertical foot for each five (5) horizontal feet.

In addition, no lot in Trousdale Estates shall be regraded to increase the height of a level pad above the existing elevation. (Ord. 85-O-1953, eff. 7-4-1985; amd. Ord. 87-O-2004, eff. 10-15-1987; Ord. 91-O-2114, eff. 4-19-1991; Ord. 92-O-2147, eff. 9-4-1992; Ord. 93-O-2187, eff. 1-14-1994; Ord. 95-O-2239, eff. 7-7-1995)

The maximum height of any structure in Trousdale Estates shall be fourteen feet (14').

However, notwithstanding the provisions of subsection 10-3-203C of this chapter, if a building lawfully exceeded fourteen feet (14') in height on October 15, 1987, then an addition to that building may exceed fourteen feet (14') in height if permitted by a Trousdale R-1 permit issued pursuant to article 26.5 of this chapter.

Notwithstanding any other provision of this code, structures in Trousdale Estates which lawfully exceeded fourteen feet (14') in height on October 15, 1987, may be rebuilt or remodeled but shall not exceed the height or envelope of the building as it existed on October 15, 1987, unless permitted by a Trousdale R-1 permit issued pursuant to subsection 10-3-2650B of this chapter. (Ord. 10-O-2583, eff. 7-4-2010)

The front and street side setbacks for site areas located in Trousdale Estates shall be fifteen feet (15'). (Ord. 95-O2239, eff. 7-7-1995)

The rear setback for site areas located in Trousdale Estates shall be ten feet (10'). The rear setback for a primary residential unit built as part of a two-primary unit project or urban lot split, as defined in this chapter, shall be four feet (4'). (Ord. 85-O-1953, eff. 7-4-1985; amd. Ord. 92-O-2147, eff. 9-4-1992; Ord. 95-O-2239, eff. 7-7-1995; Ord. 25-O2913, eff. 5-6-2025; Ord. 25-O-2915, eff. 6-17-2025)

Except as otherwise provided in this section, and except as otherwise provided in section 10-3-2606 of this chapter for street side setbacks, the side setback for site areas located in Trousdale Estates shall be five feet (5'). The side setback for a primary residential unit built as part of a two-primary unit project or urban lot split, as defined in this chapter, shall be four feet (4').

A. Exception: For those buildings located on site areas that consist of two (2) or more lots as subdivided on July 3, 1984, the side setback shall be twenty feet (20').

B. Additional Setback Required: In addition to any other side setback required, if the width of a site area exceeds one hundred feet (100'), then the side setback shall be increased by ten percent (10%) of the width in excess of one hundred feet (100').

C. Side Setback Prolongation: If a legally constructed existing building does not conform to the setback requirements of this section, the building may be enlarged through the prolongation of the existing, nonconforming, side setback provided that the existing setback is not less than three feet (3') and the enlarged portion of the building does not exceed fourteen feet (14') in height.

1. Trousdale R-1 Permit: If a building lawfully exceeded fourteen feet (14') in height on October 15, 1987, then a side setback prolongation authorized by this subsection C may exceed fourteen feet (14') in height if permitted by a Trousdale R-1 permit issued pursuant to article 26.5 of this chapter. (Ord. 85-O-1953, eff. 7-4-1985; amd. Ord. 86-O1977, eff. 10-2-1986; Ord. 92-O-2147, eff. 9-4-1992; Ord. 95-O-2239, eff. 7-7-1995; Ord. 25-O-2913, eff. 5-6-2025; Ord. 25-O-2915, eff. 6-17-2025)

No structure or element of a building may encroach into any front yard except the following:

A. A fence, gate, or wall that otherwise complies with the requirements of this article;

• B. Paving in accordance with section 10-3-2618 of this chapter;

C. Roof eaves not exceeding a maximum vertical dimension of twelve inches (12") and projecting not more than eighteen inches (18") into such yards. Gutters attached to such eaves may project up to an additional six inches (6") into such yards beyond the projection of the roof eave. In addition, downspouts and other drainage devices not projecting more than six inches (6") into such yards;

D. One covered entry porch located at or below the first floor that is a maximum of four feet (4') in depth and which has no vertical supporting elements; and

E. Architectural projections, such as half timbers, corbels, and window and door accents, projecting no more than six inches (6") into such yard. (Ord. 85-O-1953, eff. 7-4-1985; amd. Ord. 95-O-2239, eff. 7-7-1995; Ord. 19-O-2795, 12-10-2019)

No structure or element of a building may encroach into any side yard, street side yard or rear yard except the following:

A. A fence, gate, or wall that otherwise complies with the requirements of this code;

B. Roof eaves not exceeding a maximum vertical dimension of twelve inches (12") and projecting no more than eighteen inches (18") into such yards. Gutters attached to such eaves may project up to an additional six inches (6") into such yards beyond the projection of the roof eave. In addition, downspouts and other drainage devices not projecting more than six inches (6") into such yards;

C. Porches and decks located at or below the first floor level provided, further, that required handrails for such elements shall not extend more than forty two inches (42") above the first floor level;

• D. Gas and electric meter enclosures projecting no more than eighteen inches (18") into such yards;

• E. One fireplace provided one of the following two (2) criteria is met:

1. The required setback equals or exceeds seven and one-half feet (7[1] /2'), the encroachment is limited to thirty

inches (30") or less, and the length of the fireplace measured parallel to the property line does not exceed ten feet (10'); or

2. The required setback is less than seven and one-half feet (7[1] /2'), the encroachment is twelve inches (12") or less, the length of the fireplace measured parallel to the property line does not exceed six feet (6'), and the fireplace is located a minimum of ten feet (10') from the front of the building;

F. Swimming pools provided that no mechanical equipment servicing any such pool is located within a side yard or street side yard;

• G. Trash storage facilities;

• H. Architectural projections, such as half timbers, corbels, and window and door accents, projecting no more than six inches (6") into such yards;

• I. A porte-cochere; and

• J. Freestanding support structures for wireless facilities, provided that no mechanical or accessory equipment servicing any such wireless facility is located within a side yard or a street side yard.

• K. Elevators and elevator enclosures, provided the following criteria are met:

1. The subject residence is not a newly constructed building. "Newly constructed building" shall mean a building that has been constructed within the past five (5) years or remodeled more than fifty percent (50%) during the past five

• (5) years as described in section 10-3-4100 of this chapter.

2. The length of the encroachment measured parallel to the property line does not exceed seven feet (7'), except that a minor accommodation permit may be issued for a greater length. In order to approve the minor accommodation permit, the reviewing authority must find that the encroachment will not have an adverse impact on:

• a. The scale and massing of the streetscape,

• b. Neighbors' access to light and air,

• c. Neighbors' privacy, and

• d. The garden quality of the city.

3. The aggregate length of the encroachment of the elevator and elevator enclosure together with a fireplace encroaching into the same setback, pursuant to subsection E of this section, does not exceed thirteen feet (13'), except pursuant to a minor accommodation permit issued pursuant to subsection K2 of this section.

4. The encroachment is not closer than three feet (3') from the front of the building.

5. The elevator and elevator enclosure does not have any windows.

6. Noise generated by the elevator complies with city noise regulations set forth in title 5, chapter 1, article 2 of this code.

7. The elevator and enclosure is designed to be compatible with the existing residence in color, material and design.

8. The encroachment into the setback does not exceed the following, provided that a minimum setback of three feet (3') shall be maintained in all cases:

• a. Thirty inches (30"), or

• b. Sixty inches (60") if a minor accommodation permit pursuant to article 36 of this chapter is issued. In order

to approve the minor accommodation permit, the reviewing authority must find that the encroachment will not have an adverse impact on:

• (1) The scale and massing of the streetscape,

• (2) Neighbors' access to light and air,

• (3) Neighbors' privacy, and

• (4) The garden quality of the city.

Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, a passageway or access for emergency services shall extend for the length of the entire site area from the front lot line to the rear lot line. Such passageway or access shall be a minimum of three feet (3') in width and shall be free of any obstruction, except that a wall, fence or hedge otherwise permitted by the provisions of this article may be placed along the rear lot line and a gate may be placed across such passageway or access behind the front yard. (Ord. 85-O-1953, eff. 7-4-1985; amd. Ord. 90-O-2101, eff. 10-4-1990; Ord. 92-O-2147, eff. 9-4-1992; Ord. 95-O-2239, eff. 7-7-1995; Ord. 05-O-2461, eff. 3-18-2005; Ord. 09-O-2563, eff. 2-22-2009; Ord. 19-O-2795, 12-10-2019)

Accessory buildings shall be set back at least one hundred feet (100') from the front lot line or all elements of the accessory building shall be located within fifty feet (50') of the rear lot line of the site area. (Ord. 95-O-2239, eff. 7-71995)

Accessory buildings may be constructed within a side yard provided that no portion of any such building within a side yard intersects a plane commencing seven feet (7') in height, measured at the side lot line, and extending at a slope of two horizontal to one vertical (2:1) toward the interior of the site area. (Ord. 85-O-1953, eff. 7-4-1985; amd. Ord. 90O-2101, eff. 10-4-1990; Ord. 92-O-2147, eff. 9-4-1992; Ord. 95-O-2239, eff. 7-7-1995)

Accessory buildings may be constructed within a rear yard provided that no portion of any such building within a rear yard intersects a plane commencing seven feet (7') in height, measured at the rear lot line, and extending at a slope of two horizontal to one vertical (2:1) toward the interior of the site area. (Ord. 85-O-1953, eff. 7-4-1985; amd. Ord. 90O-2101, eff. 10-4-1990; Ord. 92-O-2147, eff. 9-4-1992; Ord. 95-O-2239, eff. 7-7-1995)

Accessory buildings shall be located no closer than six feet (6') to any other building on the same site area. (Ord. 95O-2239, eff. 7-7-1995)

Two (2) parking spaces shall be provided for each residential site area in Trousdale Estates with no more than four (4) bedrooms. Three (3) parking spaces shall be provided for each residential site area in Trousdale Estates with five (5) bedrooms, and four (4) parking spaces shall be provided for each residential site area in Trousdale Estates with six (6) or more bedrooms.

A. The dimensions of each parking space shall comply with the parking standards adopted by the city council and on file in the department of planning and community development. However, if the width of a portion of an existing paved driveway is restricted by the location of an existing residence, or if the width of a portion of a paved driveway is restricted by the construction of a porte-cochere, to a width less than that required by the parking standards, but not less than eight feet (8'), then, notwithstanding its inadequate width, such portion of the driveway shall be considered to comply with the parking standards provided that such area complies with all other requirements of the parking standards.

B. No required parking space shall be provided within a front yard or street side yard.

C. Parking areas, or portions thereof, located in any side or rear yard or exposed to view from a street shall be completely screened from the view of the adjacent property by a fence or hedge at least six feet (6') in height and from any street by a fence or a hedge at least three feet (3') in height, except that an entryway not to exceed ten feet (10') in width may be provided from the street. Such screening shall not encroach into the required dimensions of the parking space.

D. One parking space is required for each primary residential unit created as part of a two-primary unit project or urban lot split, unless the parcel upon which the unit is created is within one-half mile of a high-quality transit corridor or a major transit stop or there is a car share vehicle located within one block of the project. (1962 Code § 10-746; amd. Ord. 66-O-1256, eff. 11-1-1966; Ord. 67-O-1261, eff. 2-16-1967; Ord. 69-O-1364, eff. 12-4-1969; Ord. 72-O1435, eff. 3-16-1972; Ord. 76-O-1620, eff. 10-7-1976; Ord. 82-O-1866, eff. 11-4-1982; Ord. 89-O-2081, eff. 12-71989; Ord. 95-O-2239, eff. 7-7-1995; Ord. 25-O-2913, eff. 5-6-2025; Ord. 25-O-2915, eff. 6-17-2025)

In addition to any requirements imposed pursuant to title 9 of this code, a building permit shall be required for any wall or fence greater than six feet (6') in height and shall also be required for any wall or fence, regardless of its height, that is located in a front yard.

A. Thickness: No wall or fence shall exceed two feet (2') in thickness. Cavities or spaces within a wall or fence shall not be used for the support, storage, shelter, or enclosure of persons, animals, or personal property.

B. Finish: A wall or fence located within five feet (5') of a property line and approximately parallel to that property line shall have a finished appearance in a similar manner on both sides. Acceptable finish treatments include colored stucco, wood stain, natural or polished stone, slumpstone, split-faced concrete block, prefabricated finish texture, color coated tubular steel or wrought iron, or a combination thereof. Plain or colored concrete block masonry shall be permitted only if coated with colored stucco or other coating finish approved by the Director of Building and Safety. If the construction of a wall or fence along shared property lines requires access on a neighboring property in order to provide an equivalent finish on the side of the wall or fence facing the neighboring property, and access is not granted by the neighboring property owner, documentation to this effect shall be provided to the Director of Community Development, or his or her designee. This documentation shall be satisfactory to the Director of Community Development to relieve the requestor of the above requirement regarding the finish of the wall or fence on that side, and may include a written letter stating that access has not been granted, or proof that a request for access has been sent but no response has been provided.

C. Supporting Elements: No column, pillar, post, or other supporting element of a wall or fence shall be more than twenty four inches (24") in width.

D. Front Yards: The maximum allowable height of a wall, fence, or hedge located within the first twenty percent (20%) of the front yard, measured from the front lot line shall be three feet (3').

The maximum allowable height of a wall, fence, or hedge located within the front yard at a distance from the front lot line of more than twenty percent (20%) of the front setback shall be six feet (6'); provided, however, any portion of such wall, fence, or hedge that exceeds three feet (3') in height shall be open to public view.

E. Side Yards: The maximum allowable height for that portion of a wall, fence, or hedge located in both a side yard and a front yard shall be six feet (6'); provided, however, that any portion of such wall, fence, or hedge that exceeds three feet (3') in height shall be open to public view.

The maximum allowable height for that portion of a wall, fence, or hedge located in a side yard, but not in a front yard, shall be seven feet (7'), except that the maximum allowable height shall be eight feet (8') for such a wall, fence, or hedge located within five feet (5') of a rear lot line and parallel to such rear lot line.

Notwithstanding the provisions of this subsection, in no event shall a hedge exceed the maximum height permitted pursuant to subsection F of this section.

F. Rear Yards: The maximum allowable height for a fence, wall or hedge located in a rear yard shall be eight feet (8').

Notwithstanding the provisions of this subsection, in no event shall a hedge exceed the maximum height permitted pursuant to subsection F of this section.

G. Height Limit For Fences And Hedges Meeting Certain Criteria:

1. Fences: New fences on a slope of a downslope property shall not in any event extend above a point thirty six inches (36") above the finished grade of the level pad on the adjacent upslope property in any area where the fence is located in a line of sight from the upslope property to the Los Angeles area basin. The fence shall be "open to public view", as defined in article 1 of this chapter. Notwithstanding sections 10-3-2759 and 10-3-2603 of this chapter, any existing fence subject to this subsection G that was constructed in accordance with applicable ordinances and regulations at the time of construction shall be deemed a nonconforming structure, and may be maintained in its existing configuration unless more than fifty percent (50%) of the area of the fence measured from the outer perimeter

of the fence without deductions for open spaces in the fencing, is replaced or reconstructed in any five (5) year period. If more than fifty percent (50%) of the area of the fence is replaced or reconstructed, then the replacement structure shall be treated as new for the purposes of this subsection and shall be constructed so that the entire structure conforms with the development standards of this subsection.

2. Hedges: Except as permitted by an agreement between adjacent downslope and upslope neighbors, hedges planted outside of the front yard setback on a slope between adjacent downslope and upslope properties where the upslope property faces the Los Angeles area basin shall not extend above the higher of:

• a. The finished grade of the level pad on the upslope property; or

• b. Fourteen feet (14') from the level pad of the downslope property.

For purposes of this subsection G, downslope and upslope properties separated by a public street shall be deemed to be adjacent.

If the city determines that two (2) or more plants have become a hedge and violated the provisions of this section on three (3) separate occasions within a two (2) year period, then the plants shall be removed by the foliage owner.

3. Definitions: As used in this subsection G:

Game courts in Trousdale Estates shall be subject to the following regulations:

A. No game court or game court fence shall be located on a through lot, within a front yard, between a principal residence and a front setback line, or over or on top of any building or structure unless the city council finds, after notice and a hearing pursuant to the procedures set forth in article 26.5 of this chapter, that such court or fence will not have a substantial adverse visual impact on the surrounding neighborhood, will not create an unusual noise impact, and will not have an adverse impact on public safety.

B. Notwithstanding any other regulation set forth in this chapter, the maximum allowable height of game court fences constructed more than five feet (5') from a side, street side or rear property line shall be twelve feet (12') and the maximum allowable height of lighting standards for game courts located more than five feet (5') from a side, street side, or rear property line shall be twenty two feet (22').

C. Game court fences and game court lighting standards located within five feet (5') of a side, street side, or rear property line shall comply with the height requirements for fences set forth in section 10-3-2616 of this article unless otherwise permitted by a Trousdale R-1 permit issued pursuant to article 26.5 of this chapter.

D. All game court fences shall be constructed of open wire mesh or similar material, except that a game court fence may include a retaining wall that does not exceed a maximum height of seven feet (7') provided that the cumulative height of the retaining wall and the fence does not exceed twelve feet (12'). (Ord. 77-O-1652, eff. 6-2-1977; amd. Ord. 80-O-1771, eff. 10-16-1980; Ord. 92-O-2147, eff. 9-4-1992; Ord. 95-O-2239, eff. 7-7-1995)

Paving within a front yard shall require a building permit and shall comply with the following restrictions:

A. Paving: Not more than thirty three percent (33%) of the front yard area shall be paved on any site area. In addition, one walkway that does not exceed five feet (5') in width shall be permitted to be paved provided that the total area of the paved walkway does not exceed the total square footage derived by multiplying the depth of the front yard by five feet (5').

B. Circular Driveways: Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection A of this section, if a site area is permitted to have two (2) driveway approaches pursuant to section 8-4-4 of this Code, and a circular driveway is constructed on such site area, the front yard may be paved in the minimum amount necessary to construct a circular driveway not exceeding twelve feet (12') in width. In addition, paving shall be permitted to construct one walkway not exceeding four feet (4') in width connecting such driveway to the residence, and one driveway not exceeding nine feet (9') in width connecting the circular driveway to parking that is required by this Code and is located behind the front yard.

C. Setbacks For Paving: No portion of a front yard within three feet (3') of any property line shall be paved, except for a driveway not exceeding the width of its curb cut. In addition, no portion of a front yard within five feet (5') of a building shall be paved, except for a driveway, and a walkway of no more than ten feet (10') in width.

D. Flag Lots: Notwithstanding the provisions of subsections A and B of this section, if the front yard of a site area does not exceed thirty six feet (36') in width, no provision of this section shall prohibit the paving of a driveway that does not exceed twelve feet (12') in width, or such additional width as determined necessary by the City Engineer to provide for reasonably safe access to the site area.

E. Paving Buffer: An opaque wall or hedge not less than two feet (2') nor more than three feet (3') in height shall be provided and maintained along the front and sides of each area paved, except at a driveway approach or walkway entrance.

F. Paving Materials: All paving shall be Portland cement concrete or its equivalent, applied in accordance with specifications satisfactory to, and approved by, the Director of Building and Safety. Paving with asphaltic concrete shall not be permitted. No more than three (3) different types of pavement materials shall be used in any front yard. Any additions to paved areas shall be consistent with the existing paved areas in design, appearance, and material used.

G. Alternate Materials And Methods: The provisions of this section are not intended to prevent the use of any material, or method of construction not specifically prescribed by this section provided that any such alternates been approved pursuant to this subsection as follows:

1. The Director of Building and Safety may approve any such alternate provided that he finds the material or method of construction advances the purposes of this section and provides at least the equivalent of that prescribed by this section in quality, strength, effectiveness, and durability.

2. The Director of Building and Safety shall require that sufficient evidence be submitted to substantiate any claim that may be made regarding the suitability of an alternate.

H. Minor Accommodation: Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, a reviewing authority may authorize the replacement of legally nonconforming pavement with an amount of paving less than or equal to the existing pavement pursuant to article 36 of this chapter if the reviewing authority finds that such paving will be compatible with the character of the adjacent streetscape. (Ord. 1158, eff. 9-20-1962; amd. Ord. 1216, eff. 10-211965; Ord. 73-O-1493, eff. 11-1-1973; Ord. 75-O-1757, eff. 7-3-1975; Ord. 81-O-1787, eff. 4-2-1981; Ord. 89-O2081, eff. 12-7-1989; Ord. 95-O-2239, eff. 7-7-1995; Ord. 18-O-2755, eff. 7-20-2018)

10-3-2619: LANDSCAPING AND LANDSCAPING PLANS:

All unpaved portions of a front yard shall be improved and maintained with landscaping. For the purposes of this section, "landscaping" shall mean the development of the open space on a property with plantings, such as trees, bushes, shrubs, hedges, lawns, other live ground cover, or greenery. Landscaping may include nonliving decorative treatment, such as walls, fences, curbs, groupings of rock, or similar accent material, interspersed with plantings, but shall not include paving.

Each proposal for the construction of a single-family residence shall be accompanied by a landscaping plan designed with the goal of maintaining the garden quality of the city of Beverly Hills and, prior to occupancy of a new residence, the subject site area shall be planted in accordance with the landscaping plan.

This section is intended to require design and implementation of a landscaping plan prior to occupancy of a new development in order to ensure that landscaping is not ignored in the design and construction process. However, this section is not intended to require a specific type or standard of landscaping. (Ord. 1158, eff. 9-20-1962; amd. Ord. 1216, eff. 10-21-1965; Ord. 73-O-1493; eff. 11-1-1973; Ord. 75-O-1575, eff. 7-3-1975; Ord. 81-O-1787, eff. 4-21981; Ord. 89-O-2081, eff. 12-7-1989; Ord. 95-O-2239, eff. 7-7-1995)

Synthetic turf shall be allowed as landscaping for the purposes of this article provided that the following provisions are satisfied for synthetic turf in front yards:

A. Stage D Required: Applications for the use of synthetic turf may only be approved, and permits for installation may only be issued when the city council has declared and implemented stage D water conservation measures. Synthetic turf that is legally installed during stage D declared periods may be retained thereafter, even if the city council withdraws the stage D declaration, provided the synthetic turf is maintained in accordance with all applicable standards.

B. Permit Required: A building permit must be obtained prior to the installation of any synthetic turf in the front yard of a residentially zoned property. Upon application for a building permit the following shall be submitted to the community development department:

1. A landscape plan that includes:

• a. Dimensions and details of the landscaped area including the synthetic turf and other landscaping materials.

• b. Drawings that include scaled cross sections of the proposed landscaping materials and details showing the methods of installation and attachment of the synthetic turf as well as drainage information.

2. Material description including manufacturer's product data, specifications and installation instructions, installer information and qualifications, and warranty information.

3. A sample of the proposed synthetic turf material that is at least twelve inches by twelve inches (12" x 12").

4. Maintenance information for the synthetic turf.

• C. Coverage: Synthetic turf located in the front yard may be used for up to seventy percent (70%) of the landscaped area but no more than forty percent (40%) of the entire front yard area. Synthetic turf shall not be located:

1. Within the public right of way/parkway.

2. Within the dripline of any native or "heritage tree" as defined in section 10-3-2900 of this chapter. Further, the

• installation of turf shall not disturb the area within the dripline of any native or heritage tree.

3. Within eighteen inches (18") of a front lot line. The eighteen inch (18") buffer between the front lot line and synthetic turf shall be landscaped with living plant material.

4. Within three feet (3') of a single-family residence.

5. In any area that is used for the parking or driving of motor vehicles.

• D. Material: Synthetic turf in a front yard must simulate the appearance of natural live grass and shall:

1. Be of a type known as cut-pile infill with parallel long slit blades. The long slit blades shall be manufactured from polyethylene or polypropylene. The minimum pile length shall be one and three-fourths inches (1[3] /4") and the maximum pile length shall be two and one-half inches (2[1] /2"). The turf shall contain a beige or tan thatch layer. The synthetic turf blades (not including the thatch layer) shall be required to contain at least two (2) colors. The synthetic turf shall comply with all federal and state standards related to lead and heavy metal content. Turf that is made from recycled materials is encouraged. The use of indoor or outdoor plastic or nylon carpeting is prohibited.

2. Be constructed to maximize dimensional stability, resist damage during normal use and to minimize UV degradation. Further, the synthetic turf shall be resistant to staining, weather, insects, rot, mildew and fungus growth, and shall be nonallergenic and nontoxic.

3. Contain an infill material of clean silica sand or zeolite material that is brushed into the synthetic turf to keep the blades upright and achieve a natural grass look. Any replacement infill shall be silica sand or zeolite material. Rubber infill is prohibited.

4. Be affixed to a permeable triple layer primary backing with a tuft bind strength of at least eight (8) pounds. The backing shall allow water to percolate through the synthetic turf at a drain rate of at least thirty inches (30") per hour. The synthetic turf system shall allow for the free movement and drainage of water through the system to prevent runoff, pooling, and flooding.

5. Have a manufacturer's warranty lasting at least eight (8) years.

6. Have spacing between tufting rows (gauge) of no more than three-eighths inch ([3] /8") as defined by the

manufacturer.

7. Have a face weight of at least sixty (60). The "face weight" is defined as the weight in ounces of the synthetic turf fibers found in one square yard of synthetic turf as defined by the manufacturer.

8. Have tear grab strength of at least two hundred (200) pounds.

9. Pass the pill burn test for flammability (ASTM D2859).

• E. Installation: Synthetic turf shall be installed pursuant to manufacturer's requirements by licensed professionals who are experienced and trained by the manufacturer in the installation of the synthetic turf. In addition:

1. The synthetic turf shall be installed over at least three inches (3") of a compacted aggregate base that provides adequate drainage. The base material shall be installed over subgrade that is compacted to a firm condition to ensure stability and maintain adequate drainage.

2. Seams shall not be visible and shall be fastened in a manner that ensures they are firm, tight and permanent. Seams shall be sewn and fibers shall be brushed to provide full coverage of the fibers over the seams.

3. The synthetic turf shall be anchored over the entire coverage area and shall be installed with a nailer board or any such substitute recommended by the manufacturer intended to conceal edges and ensure proper anchoring of turf.

4. All existing irrigation infrastructure in the synthetic turf area including piping and sprinkler heads that are no longer used must be capped or removed and shall not be visible.

5. All reasonable efforts shall be made to protect existing trees and tree roots from damage during installation.

• F. Maintenance: Synthetic turf shall be maintained in an attractive and clean condition pursuant to title 5, chapter 7 of this code and shall not contain holes, tears, stains, discoloration, seam separations, uplifted surfaces, heat degradation, or excessive wear. (Ord. 15-O-2691, eff. 11-6-2015)

All structures constructed in Trousdale Estates shall comply with the following materials restrictions:

A. Roofing: Except as otherwise prohibited by law, every structure used as a residence in any single-family residential zone shall have a roof constructed with wood shake, shingle, asphalt composition, crushed rock, or other roofing material which the director of building and safety deems equivalent. Reflective, glossy, polished, and/or roll formed type metal roofing shall be prohibited.

B. Siding: Except as otherwise prohibited by law, every structure used as a residence in any single-family residential zone shall have exterior siding of brick, wood, stucco, metal, concrete, or other siding material which the director of building and safety deems equivalent. Reflective, glossy, polished, and/or roll formed type metal siding shall be prohibited on such structures.

C. Alternate Materials: Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, the Director of Building and Safety may authorize the use of materials not otherwise authorized pursuant to this section if the Director finds that:

1. The use of an otherwise prohibited material would enhance the architectural compatibility of the proposed structure with existing structures in the neighborhood;

2. A proposed alteration or addition to an existing residential structure with the prohibited material will be a continuation of such structure's architectural style; or

3. The use of an otherwise prohibited material is necessary to provide adequate safety or to comply with other laws or regulations applicable to the subject structure. (Ord. 85-O-1953, eff. 7-4-1985; amd. Ord. 95-O-2239, eff. 7-71995)

A. If the area of a residential site equals or exceeds twenty four thousand (24,000) square feet, or if the area of two (2) or more contiguous lots or parcels which are owned by the same person and used as one site equals or exceeds twenty four thousand (24,000) square feet, accessory buildings to a residence may be located on any part of the existing level pad of a site if authorized by the Planning Commission as part of a Trousdale R-1 permit issued in accordance with the procedures set forth in article 26.5 of this chapter as follow:

The Planning Commission may issue the Trousdale R-1 permit if the Planning Commission finds that the proposed development will not have a substantial adverse impact on:

1. The scale and massing of the streetscape or the visual character of the surrounding area;

2. Neighbors' access to light and air;

3. Neighbors' privacy;

4. The view or line of sight of one or more neighboring homes; or

5. The garden quality of the City.

B. All accessory buildings approved pursuant to this section shall be immediately removed if the site is altered so that:

1. The area of the site on which the accessory buildings are located is reduced below twenty four thousand (24,000) square feet, or

2. The primary residential building is separated or removed from the site on which the accessory buildings are located so that the buildings or properties in question no longer function as one home or estate. (Ord. 19-O-2785, eff. 8-16-2019)

For any application that seeks approval to exceed the height limitations set forth in section 10-3-2605 of this article, the applicant shall first install story poles to demonstrate the height, bulk and location of the proposed project. The Director is hereby authorized and directed to promulgate rules and regulations, subject to approval by resolution of the

Planning Commission, governing the installation of story poles. Any applicant subject to the requirements of this section shall install all story poles in full compliance with such rules and regulations. (Ord. 04-O-2454, eff. 10-222004)

A. Only one primary entrance of a primary residential unit built as part of an urban infill two-unit project or urban lot split shall be permitted to face the lot line from which the front setback is measured.

B. Each unit on each lot created by an urban lot split shall have a separate entrance. (Ord. 25-O-2913, eff. 5-62025; amd. Ord. 25-O-2915, eff. 6-17-2025)