Chapter 19.424 — Development Standards—Outdoor Improvements

• A. All refuse shall be stored within trash containers which meet City standards. Except when temporarily placed for pickup, all such containers shall be located or screened so as not to be in public view.

• B. Loading areas and refuse storage facilities shall be as far as possible from residential units and shall be completely screened from view of adjacent residential portions of the project. The location and design of trash enclosures shall account for potential nuisances from odors.

• C. Except for a temporary use, any non-residential use in the residential zones shall comply with the trash storage requirements for commercial uses under Division 5.

• D. All mobile home parks, group quarters, and multi-family developments of 4 or more units in the residential zones shall provide a trash enclosure and shall conform to the following standards:

  1. All required trash enclosures shall meet the minimum requirements as specified by the City's waste hauler based on the size and type of development.

  2. Design. Provide a minimum 6-inch reinforced decorative block wall construction. Enclosure wall and roof design shall be compatible with design of the primary structures located on the property. The enclosure opening, including gates and hinges, must provide a minimum opening of 9 feet to allow containers to be moved in and out of the enclosure. The floor of the enclosure shall be a Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) pad, flush with adjacent driveway. Provide a minimum 10-foot by 10-foot PCC pad outside the entrance to the enclosure that is capable of withstanding the impact of bins being set down, and a 20-ton stationary load, as needed.

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3. Curbing. Installation of a 6-inch-wide by 8-inch-high concrete curb at the base of interior walls for protection of walls from trash containers and bins is required.

4. Bin Separation. If multiple containers are stored in one enclosure, a minimum of 30 inches between containers is required to allow ease of access in loading bins.

5. Location. Enclosures shall be located on a grade no more than 2% and within 250 feet from a doorway of each residential unit. The containers shall be arranged for ease of pickup and shall not interfere with other activities on the site. Recycling and trash enclosures shall be located away from building fronts and major entries, and/or screened from public view in a fixed enclosure. Trash enclosures shall not encroach into driveways, parking areas, pedestrian pathways, or emergency access areas. Such location shall be subject to the approval of the Planning Division.

6. Accessibility. All trash enclosures shall comply with the requirements set forth in the California Building Code and the requirements of CCR Title 24 , regarding accessibility to trash and recycling collection containers for persons with disabilities.

7. Screening. Enclosures shall be screened from view on at least three sides by a wall at least 6 feet in height, and on the 4th side by gates no less than 5 feet in height. Solid noncombustible metal gates with latches and bolts are one option. Alternative designs must be reviewed and approved by the Director.

8. Rainwater Infiltration. Enclosures shall be covered to prevent rainwater infiltration. A horizontal or sloped non-combustible material solid roof shall be provided for protection of the containers from the elements. The roof should extend sufficiently outward in all directions so that wind-blown rain will not enter the interior of the storage area. A minimum of 8 feet of vertical clearance within the storage area shall be provided to allow the

container lids to be fully opened and closed inside the trash enclosure. If fire sprinklers or drop lighting are installed within the enclosure, the minimum vertical clearance of 8 feet will be measured from the lowest point of the sprinkler heads, lighting, or any other fixture.

9. Runoff. Enclosures shall be designed to prevent liquid runoff and to secure litter and trash from wind run-off. Enclosures and areas around enclosures shall not discharge to the storm drain system. If proposed use of the development includes a food service facility, any drains installed in or beneath enclosure areas shall be connected to a grease removal device prior to discharging to the sanitary sewer.

10. Overhead Clearance. An overhead clearance of 20 feet shall be provided in front of the enclosure to allow containers to be emptied by a front-end loader collection vehicle.

11. Access. Driveways and travel aisles shall conform to Section 19.436.040 , and local building code requirements for trash, recyclable and organics collection access and clearance. Unobstructed access shall be provided for collection vehicles and collection company personnel, as well as for facility occupants and maintenance staff.

12. Large Containers. For containers of 6 cubic yards of capacity of greater, the following applies.

  - a. **Door Opening.** The door opening shall be at least 10 feet in width and allow for direct pick-up by the collection video. 

  - b. **Entrance Gate.** The entrance gate should be capable of being latched open so that an 8-foot-wide truck can access the enclosure. 

  - c. **Vertical Clearance.** A minimum of a 15-foot vertical clearance is required within the enclosure so the collection vehicle can reach the bin. 

  - d. **Truck Access.** Enclosure must provide direct access by the collection vehicle. At a minimum, a lane, 10 feet wide by 30 feet in length, must be provided directly in front of the enclosure. 

13. Turnarounds. For safety reasons, a turnaround must be provided for any street, driveway or travel aisle that would otherwise require the collection truck to back up a distance greater than 100 feet. A minimum of a 42-foot turning radius is required for solid waste collection vehicles.

14. Locks. If locks are needed to secure the enclosure, the Franchised hauler will supply container locks and keys at the lock charge fee in accordance with the service agreement for the property.

15. Maintenance. All trash enclosures and adjacent paving shall be maintained as a condition of the use.

16. Enclosures shall be separated from adjacent parking stalls with a minimum 3-foot-wide planter area.

17. Enclosures for compactors located outside the building shall be constructed of masonry block, designed to screen the bins, hydraulic lines, and accessory components, and to be architecturally compatible with primary structures on site.

• E. For multifamily residential uses of four or more dwelling units and for mobile home parks, the minimum trash storage capacity provided shall be an amount determined on the basis of a refuse production rate of one-half cubic yard per dwelling unit per week and the frequency of pickup service available.

• (Ord. 1754, 6/24/2025)

• A. Outdoor Storage. Outdoor storage of materials, equipment or other items is prohibited.

• B. Outdoor Display. Temporary outdoor displays are permitted when authorized as part of a special events sale under Title 19 , Division 10 , or as part of a yard sale authorized under Section 19.448.070 .

• (Ord. 1754, 6/24/2025)

• A. Outdoor fire/barbecue pits and fixed freestanding barbecues shall maintain a minimum setback of 5 feet from the side yard and rear yard property lines. Outdoor fire/barbecue pits and fixed freestanding barbecues shall maintain a minimum of 5 feet from any dwelling or accessory structure on a lot.

• B. Detached fireplaces are permitted within the side yard and rear yard setback. Detached fireplaces located within the side and rear yard areas shall not be greater than 8 feet in length. Residential detached fireplace/chimneys shall have a maximum height of 7.5 feet within the side yard and 10 feet within the rear yard. Any outdoor detached fireplace shall maintain a minimum setback of 5 feet from any side or rear yard property line.

• C. Fountains may be located within the front, street side, and/or rear yard setback. Fountains located within the required 10-foot front, street side and rear yard setback shall be at least six (6) feet from the property line and shall not exceed seven (7) feet in height. Fountains located within the required 10-foot rear yard setback shall be at least 5 feet from the property line and shall not exceed 10 feet in height. All fountains shall not exceed ten (10) square feet.

• (Ord. 1754, 6/24/2025)

• A. The construction of patio covers, gazebos, and cabanas shall comply with the following standards:

  1. These structures may be erected within the required side yard or rear yard provided that the clear space between the structure and the property line shall not be less than four (4) feet on the side and ten (10) feet in the rear.

  2. If located within a required side yard or rear yard setback, the height of the structure shall not exceed ten (10) feet from finished grade.

  3. Gazebos and cabanas shall not be enclosed by solid materials including transparent or opaque.

• (Ord. 1754, 6/24/2025)

Pools and Spas enclosures shall be compliant with CBC Chapter 31 Section 3119B, the California Residential Code (CRC) Appendix AX, the California Health and Safety Code (HCS) Article 2.5 (Sections 115920—115929) - "The Swimming Pool Safety Act" and this Code. (Ord. 1754, 6/24/2025)

Chapter 19.428. Development Standards—Fences, Walls, Hedges, and Berms

• A. Required Permits and Approvals. No fence shall be constructed within the RM zones until the plans and design for such fence shall have been approved pursuant to the zoning compliance review procedure (Section 19.128.090 ). In addition, a fence may require a building permit from the Building Division.

  1. Building Permit. Fences and walls may require a building permit as required by the California Building Code. Fences over 6 feet in height and block walls will require a building permit with the exception of the following: block or retaining walls that are not over 4 feet (1,219 mm) in height measured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a surcharge.

• B. Furthermore, except for a lot developed with only one dwelling unit, no fence within a required yard adjacent to a street or a security gate as defined in Section 19.428.060 shall be constructed until the plans and design for such fence shall have been approved by the Director pursuant to the interdepartmental review process (Section 19.128.100 )

• C. All fences, whether required or not, shall be located and limited in accordance with provisions of this Division.

• D. Fences are required under various provisions of this Division and other laws, including, but not limited to, the screening and protection of parking areas, storage areas, swimming and therapeutic pools, and utility facilities. Such required fences together with the facilities and activities required to be enclosed shall be located so as not to conflict with open space and yard setback requirements.

• E. Conflict with State Law. In the case of fencing requirements pursuant to state law which unavoidably conflict with the requirements of this Division, the state requirements shall prevail.

• F. As defined in Section 19.104.080 , the term "fence" as used in this Division means fence, freestanding wall, gate, hedge, or berm unless otherwise specifically stated.

• (Ord. 1754, 6/24/2025)

• A. For any use in the RM zones, other than a single-family dwelling (one dwelling on a lot) and a mobilehome park in the RMH zone, the following fence height requirements shall apply;

  1. With the exception of a required yard abutting a street, a maximum 7-foot-high fence may be permitted anywhere on a lot.

  2. Yards Abutting a Street. Within a required yard abutting a street, a maximum 6-foot-high fence may be permitted, subject to the following setback requirements and the design and material requirements of Section 19.428.030 :

     • a. For any portion of a fence which is not view-obscuring, other than the provision of pilasters and vines, there shall be a minimum 3-foot setback from the street property line for that portion of fence.

     • b. For any solid or view-obscuring portion of a fence, there shall be a minimum 5-foot setback from the street property line for that portion of fence.

  3. For any fence over 2 feet in height within the required 15 feet by 15 feet vision clearance area adjacent to any driveway or alley where it intersects with a public street as defined under Section 19.436.030 shall meet the design requirements of Section 19.428.030 .

• B. Single-Family Dwelling. For a single-family dwelling in the RM zones, the fence height requirements of Section 19.328.020 shall apply with the exception that a 6-foot maximum height fence may be permitted within the minimum required front yard with a 15-foot setback from the front property line.

• C. Mobilehome Park. For a mobilehome park in the RMH zone, separate fence height requirements apply pursuant to Section 19.448.010 .

• D. The maximum height of any fence in the multifamily residential zones shall be 7 feet, except where a greater height is required for noise reduction as determined by an acoustical analysis.

• (Ord. 1754, 6/24/2025)

• A. All fences in multifamily residential zones, whether required or not, shall:

  1. Utilize no salvaged materials.

  2. Be suitably finished on both sides.

  3. Utilize colors and materials that are compatible with the property and neighborhood.

  4. All fences shall be maintained in good repair and appearance.

• B. In the RM-10 and RM-20 zones, chain link and wire fences shall be prohibited, except that chain link may be used for temporarily securing construction sites and vacant or vacated property.

• C. All fences shall have an ornamental finish in subdued earthtone colors compatible with the structures on the property. Furthermore,

  1. Block walls shall be of ornamental masonry construction or finish. A common grey or pink block wall shall not be considered as an ornamental masonry or finish.

  2. Wood fences shall be of durable construction and finished appearance, and shall be painted or stained.

  3. Wrought iron and tubular metal fences shall be primed and painted.

• D. Any masonry wall shall be of a minimum 6-inch wide block construction.

• E. Vision Clearance Area. Any fence within a required vision clearance area adjacent to any driveway or alley where it intersects with a public street, as further defined under Section 19.436.030 , shall not be a view-obscuring fence. The design of such fence shall provide a minimum of 4 inches of spacing between the vertical and horizontal elements between the height of 2 feet and 7 feet.

• F. Fences within Required Yards Abutting a Street. Pursuant to the provisions of the Architectural Styles Guide, any fence within a required yard abutting a street shall comply with the following design criteria:

  1. In addition to the vision clearance requirements of subsection E of this section, fencing near any property line of an adjacent property shall be located or designed in such a manner as to maintain any potential vision clearance requirements, as determined by the Director.

  2. Landscaping with the use of shrubs, vines and trees shall be incorporated into the design of the fence, utilizing variations in fence setbacks from the street property line where possible.

  3. Common (cinder) block masonry shall not be permitted as a finished material for any fence within a required yard abutting a street.

• G. Perimeter Walls/Visual Interest. Perimeter walls shall incorporate various textures, staggered setbacks, and variations in height in conjunction with landscaping to provide visual interest and to soften the appearance of perimeter walls. Perimeter walls shall incorporate wall inserts and/or decorative columns or pilasters to provide relief. The maximum unbroken length of a perimeter wall shall be 25 feet.

  1. All non-transparent perimeter walls and/or fences shall be architecturally treated on both sides and shall incorporate landscaping whenever possible.

  2. Screen walls, sound walls, and retaining walls shall be used to mitigate noise generators and provide privacy for residents.

3. Wall design and selection of materials shall consider maintenance issues, especially graffiti removal and long-term maintenance. Decorative capstones on stucco walls are required to help prevent water damage from rainfall and moisture.

   4. Visually penetrable materials (e.g., wrought iron or tubular steel) shall be used in areas of high activity (i.e., pools, playgrounds) and areas adjacent to street frontage.

• H. Trash Collection and Storage Area Screening. Sight-obscuring screening shall be provided for all garbage and trash collection areas, approved outdoor storage, and parking lots abutting a single-family residential development. Such screening shall be 6 feet in height.

• (Ord. 1754, 6/24/2025)

In any RM Zone (including the RMH Zone), in connection with any development other than a residential use of not more than three dwelling units, a solid ornamental masonry shall be provided along all side and rear property lines which do not abut a street. Such fences shall be not less than six feet high and not more than seven feet high, unless a greater height is approved for noise attenuation or other mitigation of environmental effects. (Ord. 1754, 6/24/2025)

• A. Any parallel fences constructed with less than 3 feet separation shall be considered double fences. It is the intent of the City to discourage double fences whenever possible in order to avoid areas in which children and animals may become lodged, areas which may encourage rodent infestation, and areas which may accumulate litter and debris.

• B. In instances where double fences are unavoidable, the gap between the fences shall be completely sealed with flashing, cement cap, or other material in a manner acceptable to the Planning and Building Divisions.

• C. Where a new fence is required along a property line and an existing fence or wall is located on the opposite side of the property line, the Director of Community and Economic Development may suspend the requirement for the new fence provided that the existing fence can substantially satisfy all requirements of this Division and/or any conditions of an approval. Such

suspension shall become null and void once the adjacent wall or fence is removed or found unacceptable by the Director and the requirement for the new fence shall be complied with at such time.

• D. When fences are constructed to be 3 feet away from each other, the fence materials/height shall provide visibility into the corridor for maintenance and safety. The surface between the two (2) fences shall consist of concrete, or other hardscaping material which deters the growth of vegetation.

• (Ord. 1754, 6/24/2025)

• A. General Requirements.

  1. Definition. For the purpose of this section, security gates shall be defined as any gate, door, or other barrier that limits or restricts public access to or from a property. This definition does not include any barrier securing a pool area, an individual garage, private patio, yard, or living area, or such storage room, recreation rooms, or similar areas not intended for general public access.

  2. Proposed residential developments in the RM zones shall indicate during the site plan process prospective plans for future security gates and fencing installation.

  3. Security gates shall conform to all other provisions of this chapter, except where such provisions may conflict with the requirements of this section.

• B. Pedestrian Access. For any security gate that restricts pedestrian access to dwelling units of any multifamily residential development in the RM zones, an intercom, telephone, or remote access system shall be provided at the gate for each dwelling unit with restricted access.

• C. Vehicular Access. For any security gate that restricts vehicular access onto any multifamily residential development in the RM zones, the following requirements shall apply;

  1. All vehicular security gates shall be constructed of material that is not view-obscuring.

  2. All vehicular security gates shall be automatically operated by remote control devices or key pad. Furthermore, such vehicular gates shall not be permitted to swing out.

  3. Pedestrian Access. A separate pedestrian walkway leading from the public sidewalk into a development shall be provided for any development with a security gate across a vehicular access driveway.

  4. Gate Width. Vehicular entry gates shall open a minimum 20 feet to completely clear the minimum driveway width. Additional width may be required by the City for access or circulation purposes.

  5. Gate Setback.

     • a. For any development located on a street with a traffic count of 2,000 cars or fewer per day, a security gate across a vehicular driveway shall be set back from the street property line a minimum of 20 feet.

     • b. For any development located on a street with a traffic count of more than 2,000 cars per day, a security gate across a vehicular driveway shall be set back from the street property line a minimum of 40 feet.

  6. Vehicular Turnaround. A turnaround area outside of the gate shall be required for any development of 2 or more units which is located on a street with a traffic count of more than

2,000 cars per day or for any development of more than 20 dwelling units.

7. Trash Pickup. A means of entry, to be approved by the City-franchised trash disposal service, shall be provided which automatically opens the vehicular gate(s) for trash pickup. Furthermore, all 3 cubic yard trash bins shall remain within City-approved trash storage facilities for removal by the franchise service at the location of the trash storage area.

• D. Emergency Response Access. Prior to the issuance of any permits, fence plans with security gates shall be reviewed and approved by the Fire and Police Departments as to any required compliance with the following standards.

  1. To facilitate access by Fire Department personnel, a key switch box, or other approved device, shall be provided for all pedestrian and vehicular security gates.

  2. To facilitate access by City law enforcement officers, a key pad, or other approved device, shall be provided for all pedestrian and vehicular security gates. Furthermore, vehicular gates must provide egress for law enforcement vehicles.

• (Ord. 1754, 6/24/2025)