Colfax Municipal Code Ch. 17.188 Relocation of Dwellings (single- or Two-Family)

The purpose of this chapter is to provide the requirements and standards for relocation of a single-family or two-family dwelling.

(Ord. No. 519, 8-8-2012)

An administrative permit (AP) is required for the relocation of a single-family or two-family dwelling.

(Ord. No. 519, 8-8-2012)

The relocation of a dwelling shall be subject to the following requirements, which are in addition to the general development standards set forth in Articles III and IV:

A. The dwelling shall be compatible with the existing neighborhood in terms of height, form, and materials.

B. Parking shall be provided in conformance with Chapter 17.108 (off-street parking and loading).

C. The applicant shall obtain a moving permit from the building department prior to transporting the structure within the city limits of Colfax.

D. The applicant shall obtain an encroachment permit from the public works department if any work is needed to be performed within the public right-of-way.

E. Public facilities which may be damaged during the course of construction shall be repaired by the applicant/property owner.

F. The dwelling shall be placed on a permanent foundation within one hundred twenty (120) days of the date of relocation to the site, unless the permit specifically allows for a different time period for such action.

G. The dwelling shall comply with all applicable building and fire codes.

H. Any additional requirements as the planning director may deem necessary to ensure the house is compatible with the neighborhood, including, but not limited to, architectural enhancements, additional landscaping, location of ingress/egress from a public street, necessary grading, and hours of moving and/or hours of project construction.

(Ord. No. 519, 8-8-2012)

The approval of an administrative permit for moving a house shall be based on a finding by the planning director that:

A. Moving the house is consistent with the City of Colfax general plan and any applicable specific plan;

B. Moving the house conforms with all applicable standards and requirements of this title; and

C. The location, size, design and operating characteristics of the house and the move are compatible with and shall not adversely affect or be materially detrimental to the health, safety, or welfare of persons residing or working in the neighborhood, or be detrimental or injurious to public or private property or improvements.

(Ord. No. 519, 8-8-2012)

Appeal of the planning director's decision shall be made in accordance with the procedures specified in Chapter 17.44 of this title.

(Ord. No. 519, 8-8-2012)