Earlier editions: 2026-09
Colusa Municipal Code Art. 44 "M-U-B" Bridge Street Mixed-Use District—Regulations
Colusa Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Colusa
Cite as: Colusa Municipal Code Article 44 · Text as of 2026-10-04
Sec. 44.01. - Purposes.¶
The purposes of the M-U-B Bridge Street Mixed-Use District are to:
a) Accommodate transit-oriented development that provides a horizontally integrated mix of retail, professional, and service uses directed toward area residents and travelers along Bridge Street, as well as medium- to high-density residential uses ranging from 8—20 dwelling units per acre;
b) Encourage development that exhibits the physical design characteristics of attractive building architecture and convenient vehicular/pedestrian access; and
c) Promote the economic, health and well-being of residents and business owners, as well as lodging, entertainment, and shopping opportunities convenient for visitors and residents alike.
(Ord. No. 509, § 4, 10-20-2015)
Sec. 44.02. - Uses permitted.¶
See Article 48, Mixed Use Districts Table.
(Ord. No. 509, § 4, 10-20-2015)
Sec. 44.03. - Minimum height, bulk, and space requirements.¶
| Bridge Street Corridor | Hwy 20 Corridor | |
|---|---|---|
| a) Lot area | 9,600 sq. ft. | 1 acre |
| b) Lot dimensions | 80' (wide) × 120' (deep) | 200' wide (no min. depth) |
| c) Min. yard area (residential) | 30% | 30% |
| d) Front yard setback | 5 feet | 15 feet |
| e) Side yard setback (interior) | 5 feet | 5 feet |
| f) Side yard setback (corner) | 5 feet | 5 feet |
| g) Rear yard setback | 5 feet | 5 feet |
| h) Building height limit | 35 feet | 50 feet |
| i) Off-street Parking | As required in Article 29 | As required in Article 29 |
(Ord. No. 509, § 4, 10-20-2015)
Sec. 44.04. - Indoor/outdoor operations.¶
All permitted uses in the M-U-B District must be conducted within completely enclosed buildings unless otherwise expressly authorized during the use permit and/or site review process. This requirement does not apply to off-street parking or loading areas, automated teller machines, drive-through or outdoor seating areas.
(Ord. No. 509, § 4, 10-20-2015)
Sec. 44.05. - Floor-to-ceiling heights and floor area of ground-floor space.¶
All commercial floor space provided on the ground floor of a mixed-use building shall have a minimum floor-to-ceiling height of 11 feet and the following minimum floor area:
a) At least 800 square feet or 25 percent of the lot area (whichever is greater) on lots with street frontage of less than 50 feet; or
b) At least 20 percent of the lot area on lots with 50 feet of street frontage or more.
(Ord. No. 509, § 4, 10-20-2015)
Sec. 44.06. - Floor area ratio.¶
The FAR shall range from 0.35 to a maximum of 1.0.
(Ord. No. 509, § 4, 10-20-2015)
Sec. 44.07. - Transparency.¶
No requirements.
(Ord. No. 509, § 4, 10-20-2015)
Sec. 44.08. - Doors and entrances.¶
Buildings shall have a primary entrance door facing a sidewalk.
(Ord. No. 509, § 4, 10-20-2015)
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