§ 19.05

In order to classify, regulate, restrict, and separate the use of land, buildings, and structures; and to regulate and to limit the type, height, and bulk of buildings and structures in the various districts; and to regulate areas of yards and other open areas abutting and between buildings and structures; and to regulate the density of population, the City hereby is divided into the following zones:

(Ord. 544 § 1(part), 2000; Ord. No. 785, § 6, 2-22-2022).

19.05.020 - Official zoning map.

A map, known as the "official zoning map" of the City of Commerce, California and on file with the city clerk, is adopted herein by reference and shall hereafter exist pursuant to and as an integral part of this Title 19. The map shall be maintained to reflect the current zoning of the city.

(Ord. 544 § 1(part), 2000).

When uncertainty exists as to the exact boundaries of a zone, the following shall apply:

A.

A street, alley, railroad right-of-way, watercourse channel, or other right-of-way shall be included within the zone of the adjoining property.

B.

When the zone district boundary is or approximately follows a street, alley, railroad right-of-way, watercourse, or other right-of-way, the centerline of that right-of-way shall be considered as the boundary.

C.

When the zone boundaries approximately follow lot lines, section lines, or city limits, these lines shall be considered the boundaries.

D.

Where the boundary splits the lot or parcel, or uncertainty still exists, the exact boundary shall be determined by written decision of the planning commission.

E.

When the street, alley, or right-of-way that serves as a zone boundary is vacated, the new zone boundary shall be at the new property line. Where the vacation does not result in a new property line, the zone boundary shall be determined by written decision of the planning commission.

F.

Areas annexed to the city shall come into the city at their existing zone designation. if there is no prior designation, the planning commission shall determine the nearest comparable zone for the area. The zoning map shall then be amended to show the new city limits and zone.

(Ord. 544 § 1(part), 2000).

CHAPTER 19.07 - RESIDENTIAL ZONES

DIVISION 1. - PERMITTED USES AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS

19.07.010 - Intent and purpose.

A.

Three residential zones are established to provide residents with a comfortable, healthy, safe, and pleasant living environment. These zones should be separated from incompatible and disruptive activities that may conflict with this purpose. The various zones are designed to accommodate specific types of living situations, such as single-family and multifamily housing, in sufficient supply to serve the needs of the city's residents.

1.

Low Density Residential Zone (R-1). The purpose of the R-1 zone is to provide areas for the development of detached and attached single-family dwellings that incorporate private outdoor open spaces into individual living environments. The zone is intended to protect and stabilize desirable characteristics of single-family residential areas, such as minimum lot sizes and separation from incompatible land uses.

2.

Medium Density Residential Zone (R-2). The purpose of the R-2 residential zone is to provide an environment suitable for both single-family and duplex units. The intent is to promote desirable characteristics for medium-density living and to stabilize existing medium-density areas. Lots in the R-2 zone may accommodate one or two single-family detached units or duplex units.

3.

High Density Residential Zone (R-3). The purpose of the R-3 zone is to provide opportunities for persons to live in medium- or high-density residential developments. Lots in this zone provide common open space areas and similar amenities. The R-3 zone is primarily intended to accommodate apartments and other multi-family dwellings, although single-family and duplex residences are also permitted.

(Ord. 544 § 1(part), 2000).