Contra Costa County Municipal Code Art. 84-76.4 Regulations

The -FH district may be combined with and apply to any zoning district that allows for the establishment of single-family dwellings, two-family dwellings, or residential second units and is located in a special flood hazard area.

(Ord. 2004-13 § 2).

A single-family dwelling, two-family dwelling, or residential second unit of up to three and one-half stories in height is permitted in an -FH district if all of the following standards are met:

(a) The lowest story is used only for vehicle parking, storage, or building access. The lowest story may not be used, intended or designed to be used, or occupied for living, sleeping, eating, or cooking purposes.

(b) The building does not exceed thirty-five feet in height.

(c) The building is located in a special flood hazard area.

(d) New buildings or additions to existing buildings must meet all applicable standards of this chapter, the underlying zoning district, and Chapter 82-28 (floodplain management).

(Ord. 2004-13 § 2).

Where there is any conflict between the regulations of this chapter and the regulations of Chapter 82-28 (floodplain management), the requirements of Chapter 82-28 shall govern. Where there is any conflict between the regulations of this chapter and those of the underlying zoning district, the requirements of this chapter shall govern.

(Ord. 2004-13 § 2).