Chapter 17.210 — RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICTS

This Chapter provides residential development and use regulations in the residential zoning districts established by § 17.200.010 (Zoning Districts Established).

(Ord. No. 2005-007 § 1 (part); Ord. No. 2024-006)

The purpose of the individual residential zoning districts, and the manner in which they are applied, are as follows. A. R1 (Single-Family Residential) District. The R1 Zoning District identifies areas characterized by single-family dwellings. The standards of the R1 District are intended to protect the existing density and maintain the character of single-family residential neighborhoods. The R1 Zoning District is consistent with the Single Family land use designation of the General Plan.

B. R2 (Two-Family Residential) District. The R2 Zoning District identifies areas characterized by single-family dwellings and duplexes. The R2 standards are intended to maintain the character of existing neighborhoods, while allowing the opportunity for two-family residential development. The R2 Zoning District is consistent with the Two Family land use designation of the General Plan.

C. RLD (Low Density Multiple-Family Residential) District. The RLD Zoning District identifies areas characterized by triplexes, fourplexes, townhouses, and other low density multiple-family dwellings. The standards of the RLD District are intended to ensure that new development is compatible with the character of existing neighborhoods. The RLD Zoning District is consistent with the Low Density Multifamily land use designation of the General Plan.

D. RMD (Medium Density Multiple-Family Residential) District. The RMD Zoning District identifies areas characterized by medium density multiple-family dwellings. The standards of the RMD District are intended to provide opportunities for the construction of medium density multiple-family housing. The RMD Zoning District is consistent with the Medium Density Multifamily land use designation of the General Plan.

E. RHD (High Density Multiple-Family Residential) District. The RHD Zoning District identifies areas characterized by existing large-scale, multiple-family residential complexes. The standards of the RHD Zoning District are intended to ensure that new high density residential projects are compatible with the character of existing large-scale, multiple-family development. The RHD Zoning District is consistent with the High Density Multifamily land use designation of the General Plan.

(Ord. No. 2005-007 § 1 (part); Ord. No. 2024-006)

A. General Requirements. Table 2-2 (Allowed Uses and Permit Requirements for Residential Zoning Districts) identifies the uses of land allowed by this Zoning Code in each residential zoning district, and the land use permit required to establish each use, in compliance with § 17.200.020.B. (Determination of Allowable Land Uses and Permit Requirements).

Note: Where the last column in the tables (Additional Regulations and Specific Use Regulations) includes a note or section number, the regulations in that note and/or the referenced section apply to the use; however, provisions in other sections of this Title may also apply.

B. Cultivation. No person or entity may cultivate cannabis at any location in the city, except as provided for in Chapter 11.17 pertaining to commercial cultivation, and except that a person may cultivate no more than six living cannabis plants on the grounds of his or her private residence, inside the private residence, including inside an accessory structure to his or her private residence located upon the grounds of that private residence that is fully enclosed and secured against unauthorized entry, provided that the following conditions are met:

1. The owner of the property provides written consent expressly allowing the cannabis cultivation to occur;

2. The person conducting the cannabis cultivation complies with all applicable requirements set forth in Title 17 of

this Code;

3. Cannabis cultivation lighting shall not exceed 1,200 watts;

4. There is no use of gas products (CO2, butane, propane, natural gas, etc.) on the property for purposes of cannabis

cultivation that occurs inside a private residence or an accessory structure to a private residence;

5. The private residence shall maintain kitchen, bathrooms, and primary bedrooms for their intended use, and shall

not use those areas for cannabis cultivation;

6. Adverse impacts of cannabis cultivation shall be mitigated so that a public nuisance, as defined by Cal. Civil Code § 3480, does not exist, including but not limited to adverse impacts of dust, glare, heat, noise, noxious gasses, odor, smoke, traffic, vibration, or the use or storage of hazardous materials, processes, products, or wastes; and

7. The cannabis cultivation complies with Cal. Health and Safety Code § 11362.2.

(Ord. No. 2005-007 § 1 (part); Ord. No. 2013-008 § 1 (part); Ord. No. 2014-007 § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2017-007 § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2017-019 § 2 (part); Ord. 2018-015 § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2020-013 § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2021-012 § 3 (part); Ord. No. 2024-006; Ord. No. 2025-008, Exhibit A (part); Ord. No. 2026-007 § 1 (part))

A. General Requirements. Subdivisions, new land uses and structures, and alterations to existing land uses and structures in the R1 and R2 zones shall conform to the requirements in Table 2-3 (Residential Districts Development Standards (R1, R2)). Subdivisions, new land uses and structures, and alterations to existing land uses and structures in the RLD, RMD and RHD zones shall conform to the requirements in Table 2-4 (Residential District Development Standards (RLD, RMD, RHD)). In addition, the applicable development standards in Article 3 (Site Planning and General Development Standards) apply to all residential zoning districts. Table 2-5 (Supplemental Standards for Townhouse Developments) shall apply to townhouse developments in RLD and RMD zones.

Table 2-3

Residential Districts Development Standards (R1, R2)

Figure 2-1 Maximum Envelope - Zoning

Figure 2-2 R1 Development Standards (Flat Roof and Sloping Roof)

Figure 2-3 Neighborhood Transitions

Figure 2-4 Maximum Parking Frontage

(Ord. No. 2005-007 § 1 (part); Ord. No. 2016-001 § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2020-003 § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2020-013 § 2 (part); Ord. No. 2021-012 § 3 (part); Ord. No. 2022-008; Ord. No. 2024-001, Exhibit A (part); Ord. No. 2024-006; Ord. No. 2025-003, Exhibit A (part); Ord. No. 2025-008, Exhibit A (part))

This section provides development standards specific to townhouse developments which are permitted in RLD, RMD, and all mixed use zoning districts. Townhouses shall conform to the requirements in Table 2-5. These standards are in addition to and supersede the base standards for the RLD, RMD, and all mixed use zoning districts, except where there is a conflict, in which case the standards in Table 2-5 supersede those in Table 2-4, Table 2-7, and Table 2-8. Table 2-5 Supplemental Standards for Townhouse Developments

(Ord. No. 2024-006)

This Section provides additional development and operation standards for multiple-family residential projects, addressing the requirements for private and common open space, laundry facilities, and other required project features. A. Open Space Requirements for Multiple-Family Residential. All multiple-family residential projects shall provide permanently-maintained outdoor open space for each dwelling unit (private space), and for all residents (common space) as required in § 17.210.020 (Residential Zoning District Development Standards), Tables 2-3 and 2- 4.

1. Configuration of open space.

• a. Location on site. Required open space areas:

• i. Shall be easily accessible.

• ii. Shall be provided as continuous, usable site elements, which may include setback areas at ground level.

• iii. Private open space shall be directly accessible from the unit.

• b. Rooftop open space. The common open space, may be located on a rooftop, provided that the space:

• i. Includes active or passive recreational facilities and/or landscaping, as required by § 17.210.030.A.6.

• (Landscaping).

ii. Is located and designed to not impair privacy or cause other nuisance problems for residents on the same site or on adjacent parcels and is stepped back at least five feet from any building edge adjacent to a side yard such that

direct views into neighboring private open spaces are obscured.

iii. Comply with the limitations in § 17.210.030.A.1.c. (Dimensions) below.

• c. Dimensions. All open space areas shall be of sufficient size to be usable by residents, as follows:

• i. Private open space areas shall have a minimum dimension of five feet in any direction.

ii. Common open space areas shall have a minimum dimension of 20 feet in any direction, which may include a combination of open space and adjacent setback area.

iii. Courtyards enclosed on three sides shall have a minimum dimension of 30 feet in all directions. Courtyards enclosed on four sides shall have a minimum dimension of 40 feet and have a minimum courtyard width to building height ratio of 1.25:1.

d. Uncovered areas required. Private open space may be covered but cannot be fully enclosed (i.e., at least one side must be open to air). Reference to this requirement shall be included in the covenants, conditions, and restrictions of any common interest development.

2. Allowed uses. Common open space:

a. Shall be available for passive and active outdoor recreational purposes, for the enjoyment of all residents of each multiple-family project.

b. Shall not include driveways, public or private streets, parking spaces, or utility easements where the ground surface cannot be used appropriately for open space or other areas primarily designed for other operational functions.

3. Maintenance and control of common open space. The required common open space shall be controlled and permanently maintained by the owner of the property or by a homeowners' association. Provisions for control and maintenance shall be included in any property covenants of common interest developments.

4. Surfacing. Open space areas shall be surfaced with any practical combination of landscaping, paving, decking, concrete, or other serviceable material.

5. Shading. A maximum of 50% of the outdoor common open space square footage may be covered by a shading device, projection, or roof structure.

6. Landscaping. A minimum of 20% of the common open space area shall be planted with trees, ground cover, and/or shrubs, or provided via planters. A minimum of one tree shall be planted per 600 square feet of the common outdoor space area (aggregated across all common outdoor space areas). Landscape design, installation, and maintenance shall comply with Chapter 17.310 (Landscaping).

7. Slope. Required open space areas shall not exceed a slope of 5%.

B. Facility and Design Requirements for Multiple-Family Residential.

1. Laundry facilities. All residential developments with four or more dwelling units shall provide common laundry facilities, except developments with facilities provided within each unit.

a. Keyed access. Laundry facilities shall be provided with keyed access for tenants only.

b. Location. The facilities shall be evenly dispersed throughout the multiple-family development either in every building and/or every other floor, and easily accessible to all tenants.

2. Outdoor lighting. Outdoor lighting shall be installed and maintained along all vehicular access ways and major walkways, in compliance with § 17.300.040 (Outdoor Lighting). The lighting shall be directed onto the driveways and walkways within the development and away from adjacent properties. Lighting shall also be installed and maintained within all covered and enclosed parking areas and shall be screened to minimize glare onto public sidewalks and adjacent properties. All proposed lighting shall be shown on the required landscape plan.

3. Refuse and recycling. Refuse and recycling enclosures shall be designed and located per the standards in § 17.300.035.C.4. (Refuse and Recycling).

(Ord. No. 2024-006)