Chapter 17.112 — STANDARDS FOR SPECIFIC NONRESIDENTIAL USES

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The purpose of this chapter is to establish site plan, development and/or operational standards for specific uses and activities that are permitted or conditionally permitted in some or all zoning districts. These provisions are supplemental standards and requirements to minimize the potential adverse impacts of these uses and activities on surrounding properties and to protect the health, safety and welfare of their occupants and the general public.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

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A.

Purpose.

1.

The purpose and intent of this section is to regulate adult entertainment establishments which, unless closely regulated, may have serious negative secondary effects on properties within the vicinity of an adult entertainment establishment, which effects include, but are not limited to, the following: depreciation of property values and increase in vacancies in residential and commercial areas; interference with residential property owners' enjoyment of their property as a result of increases in crime, litter, noise and vandalism; higher crime rates; and blighting conditions such as lower maintenance levels of commercial properties, which thereby have a deleterious effect upon adjacent areas. Special regulation of these businesses is necessary to prevent these potential adverse effects and the blighting or degradation of the neighborhoods in the vicinity of the adult entertainment establishment.

2.

It is neither the intent nor the effect of this section to impose limitations or restrictions on the content of any communicative material. Similarly, it is neither the intent nor the effect of this section to restrict or deny access by adults to communication materials or to deny access by the distributors or exhibitors of adult entertainment establishment to their intended market.

3.

Nothing in this section is intended to authorize, legalize or permit the establishment, operation or maintenance of any business, building or use which violates any city ordinance or any statute of the State of California regarding public nuisance, unlawful or indecent exposure, sexual conduct, lewdness or obscene or harmful matter or the exhibition or public display thereof.

4.

Notwithstanding any provision of Title 9 (Public Peace, Morals and Safety) of the EMMC, the regulations set forth under this section shall apply specifically to adult entertainment establishments.

B.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Division A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) for zoning districts that may permit adult entertainment establishments, subject to the requirements of this section.

C.

Applicability. This section shall apply to adult entertainment establishments, as defined in Chapter 17.150 (Use Definitions) of this title.

D.

Exempt Businesses. This section shall not apply to any of the following businesses or activities:

1.

Any massage establishment holding a valid massage establishment certificate and whose owner(s) and manager(s) are also the holders of valid operating certificates, all issued in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 5.56 (Massage Establishments and Massage Practitioners/Therapists) of Title 5 (Business License and Regulations) of the EMMC;

2.

Any massage practitioner holding a valid state certificate and in full compliance with all requirements, restrictions and obligations set forth under Chapter 5.56 (Massage Establishments and Massage Practitioners/Therapists) of the EMMC; and

3.

Any treatment administered in good faith in the course of the practice of any healing art or profession by any person holding a valid license or certificate issued by the state of California to practice such art or profession under the provisions of the Business and Professions Code or any other applicable state law.

E.

Development Standards.

1.

Separation requirements from sensitive uses. Any adult entertainment establishment shall be a minimum two hundred fifty (250) feet from any of the following:

a.

Any residential zoning district, whether in the city, in an adjoining city or within an unincorporated area;

b.

Any residential use in any zoning district;

c.

Public recreation facilities;

d.

Public or private K-12 schools, public or private preschools and child daycare centers;

e.

Community centers and libraries; and

f.

Religious institutions.

2.

Separation requirements from another adult entertainment establishment. Any adult entertainment establishment shall be a minimum seven hundred fifty (750) feet from another adult entertainment establishment, whether in the city, in an adjoining city or within an unincorporated area (provided the adult business was legally established).

3.

Each such adult entertainment establishment must, prior to commencement or continuation or substantial enlargement of such business, first apply for and receive an adult business license in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 5.98 (Adult Business License Regulations) of the EMMC.

F.

Operational Standards.

1.

Each adult entertainment business shall have a business entrance separate from any other nonadult business located in the same building.

2.

All building openings, entries, and windows for an adult entertainment business shall be located, covered or screened in such a manner as to prevent a view into the interior of an adult entertainment business from any area open to the general public.

3.

No adult entertainment business shall be operated in any manner that permits the observation by the public of any material or activity depicting, describing, or relating to "specified sexual activities" or "specified anatomical areas" from any public way or from any location beyond the walls of the building or portion thereof in which the adult entertainment business is conducted.

4.

No loudspeakers or sound equipment shall be used by adult entertainment businesses for amplification of sound to a level discernible by the public beyond the walls of the building or portion thereof in which the adult entertainment business is conducted.

5.

Each adult entertainment business shall be provided with a manager's station which shall be used for the purpose of supervising activities within the business. A manager shall be on the premises during all times that the adult entertainment business is open to the public.

6.

The interior of the adult entertainment business shall be configured in such a manner that there is an unobstructed view from a manager's station of every area of the adult entertainment business to which any patron is allowed access for any purpose, excluding restrooms. If the adult entertainment business has two (2) or more manager's stations designated, then the interior of the adult entertainment business shall be configured in such a manner that there is an unobstructed view of each area of the adult entertainment business to which any patron is allowed access for any adult purpose, excluding restrooms, from at least one of the manager's stations. The view required in this subsection shall be by direct line of sight from the manager's station.

No individual viewing area may be occupied by more than one person at any one time. Individual viewing areas of the adult entertainment business shall be operated and maintained without any hole or other opening or means of direct communication or visual or physical access between the interior space of two (2) or more individual viewing areas.

8.

All interior portions of the adult entertainment business, except those areas devoted to mini-motion or motion pictures, shall be illuminated during all hours of operation with lighting system which provides a minimum maintained horizontal illumination of not less than two (2) foot candles of light on the floor surface.

G.

Signage Regulations. Refer to Section 17.80.100 (Signage Regulations—Signs for Specific Uses) of this title for permitted signs for adult entertainment establishments.

H.

Misdemeanor Offenses. In addition to all other offenses specified in this section, this title and state statutes, an adult entertainment establishment shall be subject to the following restrictions:

1.

Notwithstanding that it is not a criminal offense for a person to operate or cause to be operated an adult entertainment establishment to be in violation of the nudity limitation set forth in Chapter 5.98 (Adult Business License Regulations) of Title 5 (Business License and Regulations) of the EMMC, it is unlawful and a misdemeanor to establish, substantially enlarge or operate an adult entertainment establishment within the city without first complying with the provisions of this section.

2.

It is unlawful and a misdemeanor to operate or cause to be operated an adult entertainment establishment outside of the zoning districts specified in Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit adult entertainment establishments.

3.

It is unlawful and a misdemeanor to operate or cause to be operated an adult entertainment establishment in violation of the locational development standards set forth in subsection E. above.

4.

It is unlawful and a misdemeanor to cause or permit the operation, establishment or maintenance of more than one adult entertainment establishment within the same building, structure or portion thereof, or cause the increase of floor area of any adult entertainment establishment in any building, structure or portion thereof containing another adult entertainment establishment.

5.

It is unlawful and a misdemeanor to cause or permit the operation, establishment or maintenance of a sex supermarket/sex minimall as defined in Chapter 17.150 (Use Definitions) of this title.

I.

Penalties.

1.

Violations/Penalties. Any firm, corporation or person, whether as principal, agent, employee or otherwise, violating or causing the violation of any provision of this section shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and any conviction thereof shall be punishable by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) and/or by imprisonment for not more than six (6) months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. Any violation of the provision of this section shall constitute a separate offense for each and every day during which such violation is committed, permitted, caused or continued.

2.

Administrative Penalties. In addition to the civil remedies and criminal penalties set forth above, any person that violates the provisions of this section may be subject to administrative penalties, as set forth by city ordinance.

J.

Civil Injunction. The violation of any provision of this section shall be and is declared to be contrary to the public interest and shall, at the discretion of the city, create a cause of action for injunctive relief.

K.

Public Nuisance. In addition to the penalties set forth above, any adult entertainment establishment which is operating in violation of this section or any provision thereof, or Chapter 5.98 (Adult Business License Regulations) of Title 5 (Business License and Regulations) of the EMMC, or any provision thereof, is declared to constitute a public nuisance and, as such, may be abated or enjoined from further operation.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

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A.

Off-Site Alcohol Sales.

1.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit off-site alcohol sales, subject to the requirements of this subsection.

2.

Applicability. This subsection shall apply to all uses that sells alcohol for off-site consumption.

3.

Development Standards.

a.

Retail stores that sell alcohol and are less than five thousand (5,000) square feet of gross floor area:

i.

If the proposed alcohol sales business will be within five hundred (500) feet of a public or private school (grades K-12), a notice shall be mailed to the school principal a minimum thirty (30) days prior to the scheduled hearing. The principal shall be given a minimum fifteen (15) days to protest the request in writing. The protest should be taken into consideration by the Director of Community Development upon developing a recommendation and the Planning Commission upon rendering a decision.

b.

All liquor stores, regardless of their gross floor area:

i.

The proposed alcohol sales business shall be a minimum five hundred (500) feet from a public recreation facility, community center and public or private school (K-12); and

ii.

The proposed alcohol sales business shall be a minimum five hundred (500) feet from any existing liquor store.

c.

All other uses that sell alcohol for off-site consumption. This subsection shall not apply.

4.

Operating Standards. The following shall apply:

a.

Alcohol Consumption on Premises Prohibited. Consumption of alcoholic beverages inside any retail alcohol sales business, outside the building, or elsewhere outside on the premises shall be prohibited.

b.

Sales Activities. Alcoholic beverages shall not be sold outside the exterior walls of the retail alcohol sales business or from driveup or walk-up service windows.

c.

Litter and Graffiti. The owner/operator shall:

i.

Maintain the exterior of the premises, including signs and accessory buildings, free of litter and graffiti at all times; and

ii.

Provide for daily removal of trash from the premises and abutting sidewalks or alleys within twenty (20) feet of the premises.

d.

Security. The Planning Commission may require on-site security (for example security personnel, security programs, and/or surveillance devices), both inside and outside the building as a condition of approval through the Conditional Use Permit process.

e.

Sales Training.

i.

Personnel. Owners, operators, and managers of businesses selling alcoholic beverages shall complete a Licensee Education on Alcohol and Drugs (LEAD) program sponsored by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC).

ii.

Records. Records of each owner's and operator's successful completion of the LEAD training program shall be maintained on the premises and shall be presented to a representative of the city upon request.

5.

Signs. Signs shall comply with Chapter 17.80 (Signage Regulations). In addition, the following shall apply:

a.

Window signs shall not obstruct the view of the interior of the premises (e.g., sales counter, cash register, employees, customers, etc.) from the exterior; and

b.

Loitering, open container, and other signs specified by the Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Act shall be posted as required by the ABC.

6.

Additional Findings. In addition to the required findings outlined in Section 17.123.030 (Conditional and Minor Use Permit— Necessary Findings) of this title, the following findings shall also be made:

a.

The crime rate in the reporting service area is not significantly higher compared to other areas of the city. In addition, the numbers of alcohol-related calls for service, crimes, or arrests in the reporting service area are not significantly higher compared to other areas of the city; and

b.

The proposed retail alcohol sales business will not significantly contribute to an undue proliferation of retail alcohol sales businesses in an area where additional retail alcohol sales businesses would be undesirable, with enhanced consideration given to the area's function and character, problems of crime and loitering and traffic problems.

B.

On-Site Alcohol Sales.

1.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit on-site alcohol sales, subject to the requirements of this subsection.

2.

Applicability. This subsection shall apply to all uses that sells alcohol for on-site consumption.

3.

Exemption. The requirement(s) of this subsection shall not apply to proposed on-site alcohol sales businesses in the Gateway specific plan (SP-1) and Downtown Specific Plan (SP-4).

4.

Additional Finding. In addition to the required findings outlined in Section 17.123.030 (Conditional and Minor Use Permit— Necessary Findings) of this title, the following finding shall also be made:

a.

The proposed alcohol sales business will not significantly contribute to an undue proliferation of alcohol sales businesses in an area where additional ones would be undesirable, with enhanced consideration given to the area's function and character, problems of crime and loitering and traffic problems.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

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A.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit alternative financial establishments, subject to the requirements of this section.

B.

Separation Requirement. Any new alternative financial establishment business shall be a minimum one thousand (1,000) feet from an existing alternative financial establishment business.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

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A.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit ATM facilities, subject to the requirements of this section.

B.

Development and Operational Standards.

1.

Visibility. ATM facilities within a building and walk-up ATM facilities shall be highly visible from the public right-of-way.

2.

Design. Walk-up ATM facilities that are stand-alone structures shall incorporate the on-site building's architectural design, materials and colors.

3.

Privacy. ATM facilities on the exterior wall of a building and facing a walkway shall have a three-feet deep privacy area between the ATM and the walkway.

4.

Lighting. Adequate lighting shall be provided to maintain visibility of the area for safety purposes.

5.

Maintenance. A refuse container shall be accessible immediately adjacent to the ATM.

Future Removal. When walk-up facilities are removed, the structure's façade shall have a finished appearance consistent with the existing structure.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

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A.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit collection containers, subject to the requirements of this section.

B.

Applicability. This section shall apply to adult entertainment establishments, as defined in Chapter 17.150 (Use Definitions) of this title.

C.

Exemptions. This subsection shall not apply to the following:

1.

Collection containers that are located within an entirely enclosed and lawfully constructed and permitted building or otherwise cannot be seen from outside of the boundaries of the property on which the containers are located, provided that such collection containers satisfy the operational requirements set forth below.

2.

Refuse or recycling containers that comply with the provisions of this title.

D.

Development Standards.

1.

Separation Requirements. A property with a new collection container shall be a minimum five hundred (500) feet from another property with an existing collection container.

2.

Maximum Number. A maximum of one collection container shall be located on any property.

3.

Residential Uses. Collection containers shall not be located on a property which has a residential use. In addition, the collection container area shall be set back a minimum one hundred (100) feet from any residentially zoned property.

4.

Vacant Properties. Collection containers shall not be located on a vacant property.

Location on Property. No collection container shall be located within a required landscaping area, parking space and within twenty (20) feet of a street property line.

6.

Minimum Access Requirements. Collection containers shall not be located to block or impede access to driveways, parking areas, pedestrian and disabled access routes, emergency access, building ingress and egress, refuse storage facilities.

7.

Physical Attributes. All collection containers, shall:

a.

Be fabricated of durable and waterproof materials;

b.

Be placed on ground that is paved with durable cement;

c.

Have a tamper-resistant locking mechanism for all collection openings;

d.

Not be electrically or hydraulically powered or otherwise mechanized; and

e.

Not be considered a fixture of the site or an improvement to real property.

8.

Height. A small collection container shall be no taller than seven (7) feet and a large collection container shall be no taller than twelve (12) feet above the finished grade of the parcel on which it is located.

9.

Collection containers shall have the following information conspicuously displayed in at least two-inch type visible from the front of the collection container:

a.

The name, address, twenty-four-hour telephone number and email address of the operator of the collection container and the agent for the property owner;

b.

The type of materials that may be deposited;

c.

For small collection containers: a notice stating that no material shall be left outside the collection container. For large collection containers: a statement that no items may be left for collection unless an attendant is on duty; and

d.

A sticker, certificate or other form of identification from the Planning Division with the permit number and date of city approval or inspection.

E.

Operational Standards.

1.

Maintenance. Collection containers shall be maintained and in good working order, and free from graffiti, removed or damaged signs and notifications, peeling paint, rust, and broken collection operating mechanisms.

2.

Minimum Service. Collection containers shall be serviced not less than weekly between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on weekdays and 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on weekends. This servicing includes maintenance of the container, the removal of collected material and abatement of any graffiti, litter, or nuisance condition as defined in of this code.

3.

Solid Waste and Hazardous Materials. Collection containers shall not be used for the collection of solid waste and/or any hazardous materials except as authorized by of this code or other applicable law.

4.

Reporting Requirements. The operators of the collection containers shall report all tonnage collected within city limits on an annual basis by June 1 of the following year to the public works department (pursuant to the requirements of Integrated Waste Management Act, (AB 939, Chapter 1095, Statutes of 1989) and the Per Capita Disposal Measurement Act of 2008 (Chapter 343, Statutes of 2008 [Wiggins, SB 1016] and SB 1016, the Per Capita Disposal Measurement System) and any related successor laws or regulations in order to properly account for the city's waste diversion and recycling efforts.

5.

Attendants. Large collection containers shall have an attendant present at the container at all times that items are being received.

6.

Enforcement. Any conditions that are in violation of this section must be remedied or abated within forty-eight (48) hours of being reported to the operator or property owner.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

modified

A.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit correctional facilities, subject to the requirements of this section.

B.

Development Standards.

Separation Requirements from Sensitive Uses. Any correctional facility shall be set back from the following uses:

a.

Minimum five hundred (500) feet from any community care use;

b.

Minimum one thousand (1,000) feet from public or private K-12 schools, public or private preschools, child daycare centers and libraries;

c.

Minimum one thousand (1,000) feet from public recreation facilities and community centers; and

d.

Minimum one-half mile from another correctional facility.

2.

Sleeping Space. A correctional facility shall provide a minimum of sixty (60) square feet of sleeping space per bed/resident, not including the square footage provided for subsections 3 through 6 below.

3.

Multi-Purpose Space. A minimum ten (10) square feet of multi-purpose space per bed/resident shall be provided. Multi-purpose space shall be used for games and activities, visiting, television lounge, meetings and quiet space for study, counseling and reading. This space shall be designed so that several activities can occur simultaneously without conflict. In addition, the facility shall provide an exercise area of at least five hundred (500) square feet, not including required yards and required landscape areas.

4.

Storage Space. A minimum eight (8) cubic feet of closet and drawer space per bed/resident shall be provided. The required closet and drawer space may consist of portable or permanent fixtures and shall be located in the sleeping space.

5.

Dining Areas. A minimum fifteen (15) square feet of dining area per bed/resident shall be provided, not including kitchen areas.

6.

Restroom Facilities. A minimum one toilet and wash basin for every eight (8) beds/residents shall be provided. In addition, a minimum one shower or bathtub for every twelve (12) beds/residents shall be provided. The correctional facility shall provide individual privacy for all toilet, shower, and bath areas.

C.

Employment and Training Requirements. Correctional facility residents shall be regularly employed, regularly attending job training or regularly attending a learning institution.

D.

Dispatch Calls. A correctional facility may be liable for city Police Department costs related to dispatch calls, up to a maximum of five hundred dollars ($500.00) per dispatch call. This shall apply if the Police Department determines that the dispatch call was the result of a crime or alleged crime that resulted in a police report or enforcement agency investigation.

E.

Electronic and Written Record Maintenance.

1.

List of Residents. The correctional facility shall maintain a list of all facility residents, which shall detail the sentences and offenses precipitating each resident's stay at the facility. In addition, the facility shall maintain a list of residents returned to higher security federal, state or county prison or jail for violation of facility rules and/or parole. Either list shall be made available to the city within fifteen (15) calendar days of the city presenting a written request.

2.

Electronic and Written Records. The correctional facility shall maintain electronic and written records, including, but not limited to, Department of Motor Vehicle registration and licensing pertaining to all vehicles driven by residents of the facility. Either list shall be made available to the city within fifteen (15) calendar days of the city presenting a written request.

3.

Surveillance System. The correctional facility shall install recorded camera surveillance systems as approved by the city. The installation of such recorded camera surveillance systems shall be a condition precedent to the city's issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the facility. Such systems shall be set up for a forty-five-day rotation period. All video recordings shall be kept onsite for at least five (5) years from the date of recordings. The recordings shall be made available to the city within fifteen (15) calendar days of the city presenting a written request.

4.

Failure to timely make electronic and written records available to the city, as provided for in this section, within the time period allowed shall result in the assessment of a five hundred dollars ($500.00) penalty due to the city per day until the requested records are made available.

F.

Personnel Requirements.

1.

All correctional facility personnel shall be trained in accordance with Title 15, Sections 11-358 of the California Code of Regulations and maintained at levels mandated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

2.

Correctional facilities shall provide at least two (2) Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) trained, uniformed custodial guards or monitors on duty at all times on facility premises. CPR training must be made in accordance with the most current American Heart Association CPR guidelines.

G.

Excludable Offenses. A correctional facility shall not accept persons that were convicted of any of the following offenses, as are defined in the California Penal Code, to be facility residents or personnel:

• An attempt to commit any of the crimes listed above;

• Any sex offense, either a misdemeanor or a felony, wherein the victim is a child under the age of 18, including all offenses registerable as sex offenses under Section 290 of the California Penal Code, and also offenses involving child pornography as described in Sections 311 through 312.3 of the California Penal Code;

• Any person convicted of a crime whom the sentencing judge deems unacceptable for community access; and

• Any person sentenced for a federal crime that is similar in nature or type, to any of the crimes listed.

H.

Repeat Residence Prohibition. Correctional facilities shall not accept persons to be facility residents that have previously resided in any correctional facility within the city limits and were subsequently released, after service of his or her sentence, or returned to federal, state or county prison or jail for violation of correctional facility rules and/or parole.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

modified

A.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit drive-thru businesses, subject to the requirements of this section.

B.

Applicability. This section applies to drive-thru food or beverage establishments and drive-thru service or retail uses (e.g. banks, pharmacies, etc.). The drive-thru may be ancillary to the main business or the primary form of the business. This section shall not apply to vehicle related activities (e.g. vehicle washing facilities).

C.

Development Standards.

1.

Drive-Thru Site Orientation. In multiuse zoning districts, the drive-thru aisle shall be inwardly focused within the property and located away from adjoining streets. In all other zones, this is highly encouraged, when feasible.

Pedestrian Walkways. Such walkways should not intersect the drive-thru access aisle. When they are permitted, they shall be clearly visible and emphasized by enhanced paving or markings.

3.

Parking. The provisions of drive-thru and drive-up service facilities shall not justify a reduction in the number of required off-street parking spaces.

4.

Vehicle Stacking Requirements.

a.

Food or beverage establishment. A minimum two (2) waiting vehicles before the order window and a minimum two (2) waiting vehicles before the pick-up window. A minimum of three (3) vehicles if there is only one window.

b.

Pharmacy. A minimum two (2) waiting vehicles before the pick-up window.

c.

Financial Institution. A minimum one waiting vehicle before the automated teller machine (ATM). If two (2) or more drive-thru ATMs are provided, waiting vehicle areas are not required.

d.

All Other Uses. As required per the conditional use permit or minor use permit.

e.

Queuing Study. The vehicle stacking requirements listed in subsections a, b, c and d above are the minimums required. The Community Development Director may require a queuing study prepared by a traffic engineer and approved by the city. The study should support the proposed vehicle stacking and may include conditions of approval for the conditional use permit or minor use permit to reduce wait times.

5.

Drive-Thru Aisle. All aisles shall have a minimum width of twelve (12) feet and a minimum interior radius of fifteen (15) feet at curves.

6.

Landscaping. The area between the drive-thru aisle and adjacent sidewalks, roadways, driveways or parking areas shall be separated by curbing and landscaping. Such landscaping shall be a minimum three (3) feet high to screen headlights, and a maximum four (4) feet high to provide visibility.

7.

Adjacent to Residential Properties. A minimum six-feet high solid decorative masonry wall shall be constructed on each property line that adjoins a residentially zoned property. A minimum five-feet deep landscape planter shall be provided between the wall and any parking or driveway.

D.

Operational Standards.

Noise. All amplified equipment (e.g. menu board speakers) shall be located so as not to adversely impact adjoining uses. Outdoor piped music shall be prohibited.

2.

Refuse. The applicant shall provide a littler pick-up schedule and a map of the clean-up area. Outdoor refuse bins shall be incorporated throughout the parking lot.

E.

Signage Regulations.

1.

A master sign program shall be required.

2.

Refer to Section 17.80.100 (Signage Regulations—Signs for Specific Uses) of this title for permitted signs for drive-thru businesses.

F.

Additional Findings. In addition to the required findings outlined in Section 17.123.040 (Conditional and Minor Use Permits— Necessary Findings) of this title, the following findings shall also be made:

1.

The proposed parking and circulation plan will provide adequate area for safe queuing and maneuvering of vehicles, and the site design will provide adequate buffering of the use from adjoining land uses; and

2.

The proposed location of the drive-thru business will not result in adverse impacts on the surrounding area, after giving consideration to the site plan, litter clean-up plan and business operations plan.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

modified

A.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit emergency shelters, subject to the requirements of this section.

B.

Development Standards.

1.

Separation Requirements.

a.

The shelter shall be a minimum three hundred (300) feet from any existing emergency shelter or low barrier navigation center.

b.

The shelter shall be a minimum three hundred (300) feet from any public recreation facility, public or private K-12 school, public or private preschool and child daycare center.

2.

Waiting Areas. The shelter shall include an interior waiting area near the main entrance. It shall have an area of five (5) square feet per bed, with a minimum area of one hundred (100) square feet.

3.

Amenities. The shelter may include amenities for clients. This may include, but is not limited to, private toilet and/or shower facilities, bicycle parking, indoor and/or outdoor recreation area, laundry facilities, kitchen/dining facilities, counseling centers and job placement centers.

C.

Operational Standards:

1.

Client Information. The center shall include a system for entering information regarding client stays, client demographics, client income and exit destination through the local Homeless Management Information System as defined by Section 578.3 of Title 24 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

2.

Alcohol and Illegal Drugs. The shelter shall prohibit the on-site use of alcohol and illegal drugs. Management shall expel clients from the facility if found to be using alcohol or illegal drugs.

3.

Management Plan. The application for a shelter shall be accompanied by a management plan, which should incorporate the following: hours of operation, staffing levels and training procedures, maximum length of stay, size and location of exterior and interior on-site waiting and intake areas, admittance and discharge procedures, provisions for on-site or off-site supportive services, on-site and off-site security procedures and protocols for communications with local law enforcement agencies and surrounding property owners.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

modified

A.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit hotels or motels, subject to the requirements of this section.

B.

Applicability. This section shall apply to hotels or motels, as defined in Chapter 17.150 (Use Definitions) of this title.

C.

Maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR). Hotels and motels with one hundred (100) or more rooms may request an FAR bonus of up to ten (10) percent, provided the additional square footage is evaluated for any potential environmental impacts (and mitigated to less than significant levels).

D.

Development Standards.

1.

Lot Size. The minimum lot size shall be thirty thousand (30,000) square feet and the minimum lot width shall be one hundred fifty (150) feet. This standard shall not apply for projects within the Downtown Specific Plan (SP-4).

2.

Lobby. The minimum interior lobby size shall be four hundred (400) square feet, exclusive of any office area.

3.

Guest Amenities. One or more amenity area(s) shall be provided for each hotel or motel facility. This shall be a minimum of twenty-five (25) square feet of amenity space per guestroom, or two thousand five hundred (2,500) square feet, whichever is less. A minimum fifty (50) percent shall be outdoors and a minimum twenty-five (25) percent shall be indoors. Examples include patios, playground equipment, swimming pools, tennis courts, exercise rooms and saunas.

4.

Minimum Stay. Hotel and motel guest rooms shall not be provided on less than a daily basis.

5.

Manager Unit. An on-site manager's dwelling unit shall be provided for each hotel or motel facility having fewer than seventy-five (75) rooms. Such dwelling shall contain a minimum of one bedroom and a maximum of two (2) bedrooms.

E.

Ancillary Uses. Ancillary uses are permitted as follows:

1.

Hotel Guests Only. Hotel facilities/ancillary uses limited for hotel guest use only may include the guest amenities listed in subsection C above, continental breakfast areas, business concierge service areas and meeting rooms.

2.

Hotel and Other Guests. Hotel facilities/ancillary uses open to the public may include the restaurants, lounge/bar areas, gift shops, conference rooms and banquet facilities.

F.

Signage Regulations.

1.

A Master Sign Program shall be required.

Refer to Section 17.80.100 (Signage Regulations—Signs for Specific Uses) of this title for permitted signs for hotels and motels.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

modified

A.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit low barrier navigation centers, subject to the requirements of this section.

B.

Development Standards.

1.

Separation Requirements.

a.

The center shall be a minimum three hundred (300) feet from any existing low barrier navigation center or emergency shelter.

b.

The center shall be a minimum three hundred (300) feet from any public recreation facility, public or private K-12 school, public or private preschool and child daycare center.

2.

Waiting Areas. The center shall include an interior waiting area near the main entrance. It shall have an area of five (5) square feet per bed, with a minimum area of one hundred (100) square feet.

3.

Low Barrier Best Practices. The center shall incorporate best practices to reduce barriers for clients. This may include, but is not limited to, the presence of partners (if it is not a population-specific site, such as for survivors of domestic violence), accommodate persons with a disability, presence of pets, storage areas for personal possessions and privacy screening around beds that are in a dormitory setting.

4.

Amenities. The center may include amenities for clients. This may include, but is not limited to, private toilet and/or shower facilities, bicycle parking, indoor and/or outdoor recreation area, laundry facilities, kitchen/dining facilities, counseling centers and job placement centers.

C.

Operational Standards.

Coordinated Entry System. The center shall include a coordinated entry system, so that staff may conduct assessments and provide services to connect people to permanent housing. A coordinated entry system means a centralized assessment system developed pursuant to the applicable provisions of Section 65662 of the Code of Federal Regulations, and any related requirements, designed to coordinate program participant intake, assessment and referrals.

2.

Client Information. The center shall include a system for entering information regarding client stays, client demographics, client income and exit destination through the local Homeless Management Information System as defined by Section 578.3 of Title 24 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

3.

Housing First Components. The center shall comply with Section 8255 of Chapter 6.5 of Division 8 of the California Welfare and Institutions Code.

4.

Management Plan. The application for a center shall be accompanied by a management plan, which should incorporate the following: hours of operation, staffing levels and training procedures, maximum length of stay, size and location of exterior and interior on-site waiting and intake areas, admittance and discharge procedures, provisions for on-site or off-site supportive services, house rules regarding use of alcohol and drugs, on-site and off-site security procedures and protocols for communications with local law enforcement agencies and surrounding property owners.

D.

Repeal. This section shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2021, and as of that date is repealed.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

modified

A.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit multiple-tenant centers, subject to the requirements of this section.

B.

Development Standards.

1.

Lot Size. The minimum lot size shall be twenty thousand (20,000) square feet and the minimum lot width shall be one hundred fifty (150) feet. This requirement shall not apply to properties in the Downtown Specific Plan (SP-4) or to vertical mixed-use projects.

2.

Tenant Sizes. One anchor tenant shall occupy a minimum twenty (20) percent of the total building square footage or three thousand five hundred (3,500) square feet, whichever is less. This requirement shall not apply to properties in the Gateway specific plan (SP-1) and SP-4 and to vertical mixed-use projects.

3.

Tenant Entrances. Each tenant shall have a separate entrance from the outside of a building or through a shared lobby, corridor or atrium.

4.

Compatibility of Uses. Uses within the center should be inherently compatible with similar use classifications (i.e. they are capable of existing in a harmonious manner without disrupting each other). For example, most retail and office tenants would be considered compatible. However, most retail or medical offices would be considered incompatible with most manufacturing tenants, unless the retail tenant sold merchandise that was related to the manufacturing use (e.g. the retail sales of flooring and a carpet manufacturer).

5.

Signage Regulations. A master sign program shall be required. Refer to Chapter 17.80 (Signage Regulations) of this title for additional regulations.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

Editor's note— Ord. No. 3023, § 4.B(Exh. B), adopted May 2, 2023, amended § 17.112.120 and in doing so changed the title of said section from "Multiple-tenant commercial centers" to "Multiple-tenant centers," as set out herein.

modified

A.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit outdoor seating/dining. Outdoor seating/dining may occur as ancillary to any existing or proposed food or beverage establishment use or as a primary use.

B.

Development Standards.

1.

Setbacks. Outdoor seating/dining areas shall be set back a minimum twenty (20) feet from any residentially zoning district.

2.

Design. The design and appearance of the outdoor seating/dining area shall present a coordinated theme and shall be compatible with the appearance and design of the primary structure.

3.

Furniture. Furniture shall include durable tables, chairs and refuse bins that match each other. Perimeter fencing on private property is encouraged. Suitable materials include picket, wood lattice and decorative metal fencing. For outdoor seating/dining areas visible from the public right-of-way, perimeter fencing shall not exceed a height of forty-two (42) inches. In all other areas, perimeter fencing shall not exceed a height of six (6) feet. The use of folding banquet tables, metal folding chairs and/or chain link fencing shall not be permitted.

Seasonal Needs. Umbrellas and sail shade structures are encouraged. Pop-up canopies and party tents may only be used in outdoor seating/dining areas not visible from the public right-of-way. The use of water misters and heat lamps are permitted.

5.

Landscaping and Lighting. The use of landscaping is encouraged. This can be incorporated with the perimeter fencing (e.g. hanging flower boxes), potted plants and shrubs and/or table centerpieces. Accent lighting is also encouraged (e.g. white hanging lights). However, bright spotlights, spinning or flashing lights shall not be permitted.

6.

Public Property. Outdoor seating/dining on public property shall require approval of an encroachment permit by the Public Works Director.

C.

Operational Standards.

1.

Hours of Operation. Hours of operation for outdoor seating/dining areas shall coincide with those of the associated food or beverage establishment.

2.

Outdoor Bar Prohibited. A bar designed and/or operated to sell or dispense any alcoholic beverages shall not be allowed in the outside seating/dining area.

3.

Noise. Amplified sound (e.g., music, television, etc.) shall not be audible beyond the property line.

4.

Maintenance. The operator shall maintain the outdoor seating/dining area(s) in a neat, clean, and orderly condition at all times. This shall include all tables, benches, chairs, displays, umbrellas and other related furniture. An adequate number of refuse bins shall be provided to serve the outdoor seating/dining area.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

modified

A.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit pawnbrokers or pawnshops, subject to the requirements of this section.

B.

Separation Requirement. Any new pawnshop shall be a minimum one thousand (1,000) feet from an existing pawnshop.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

17.112.150 - Personal service uses.

modified

A.

Personal Service, General and Restricted.

1.

Permitted zoning districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit personal service general and restricted, subject to the requirements of this subsection.

2.

Applicability. This subsection shall not apply to dry cleaning services, locksmiths, modeling agencies.

3.

Development and Operational Standards.

a.

Interior Space. There shall be no partitions in excess of four (4) feet in height in the interior of the premises, except for appropriate interior walls or partitions for restrooms, storage/staff rooms and offices not exceed a combined 25 percent of the gross floor area. However, an applicant may request movable partitions up to six (6) feet in height for up to two (2) customer areas through the minor use permit process.

b.

Visibility. The front of the premises shall not be covered with blinds, curtains, window coverings or temporary window signs that block visibility into and through the facility.

B.

Personal Service, Massage.

1.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit personal service massage, subject to the requirements of this subsection.

2.

Separation Requirement. Any new massage business shall be a minimum one thousand (1,000) feet from an existing massage business.

3.

Other EMMC Requirements. Refer to Chapter 5.56 (Massage Establishments and Massage Practitioners/Therapists) of Title 5 (Business License and Regulations) of the EMMC for additional requirements.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

17.112.160 - Recycling facilities.

modified

A.

Mobile Facilities.

1.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit mobile recycling facilities, subject to the requirements of this subsection.

2.

Accessory Use. The facility shall be an accessory use to an existing or proposed primary use. The primary use may be a retail, office, service, industrial or transportation use.

3.

Quantity. Shall be limited to one facility per primary use.

4.

Setbacks. The minimum setback from a residential zoning district shall be fifty (50) feet.

5.

Hours. The operating hours shall not extend past that of the primary use.

6.

Parking. The facility shall have an area clearly marked to prohibit other vehicle parking during the hours when the mobile unit is scheduled to be present.

7.

Operations and Maintenance.

a.

All recyclable materials shall be stored in the mobile unit; no materials shall be left outside the mobile unit.

b.

The mobile unit shall leave the property at the end of each day.

c.

The facility shall be maintained in a dust-free and litter-free condition and the site shall be swept on a daily basis.

B.

Self-Service Facilities. Facilities located outdoors shall comply with the following:

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit self-service facilities, subject to the requirements of this subsection.

2.

Accessory Use. The facility shall be an accessory use to an existing or proposed primary use. The primary use may be a retail, office, service, industrial or transportation use.

3.

Quantity. There shall be a maximum of one facility per primary use.

4.

Area, Height and Setbacks.

a.

The maximum area shall not exceed one hundred (100) square feet;

b.

The maximum height shall not exceed eight (8) feet;

c.

The minimum setback shall be fifteen (15) feet from any street property line;

d.

The machine shall not block pedestrian or vehicular access.

5.

Hours. The operating hours shall not extend past that of the primary use.

6.

Parking. The container shall not occupy any required parking spaces.

7.

Operations and Maintenance.

a.

The container shall be clearly marked to identify the type of material to be deposited, operating instructions and the identity and phone number of the operator or responsible person to call if the container is inoperative;

b.

The facility shall be maintained in a litter-free condition on a daily basis; and

c.

The facility shall be illuminated to ensure comfortable and safe operation if operating hours are between dusk and dawn.

C.

Small Collection Facilities.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit small collection facilities, subject to the requirements of this subsection.

2.

Recyclable Materials.

a.

Shall accept only glass, metal, plastic containers, papers and cardboard;

b.

Shall use containers that are clearly marked to identify the type of recyclables to be deposited. The name and telephone number of the owner or manager of the facility shall be conspicuously posted; and

c.

Use the facility for the deposit of solid waste is not permitted.

3.

Area, Height and Setbacks.

a.

The maximum area of the facility shall not exceed five hundred (500) square feet;

b.

The maximum height of the facility shall not exceed twelve (12) feet;

c.

The minimum setback shall be twenty (20) feet from any street property line;

d.

The minimum setback from a residential zoning district shall be one hundred (100) feet; and

e.

The facility shall not block pedestrian or vehicular access.

4.

Hours. The operating hours shall be limited to the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily.

5.

Parking. The use of existing required parking to accommodate the small collection facility shall be allowed if the following conditions exist:

a.

The facility is located in a convenience zone, as designated by the California Department of Conservation;

b.

The facility is certified by the California Department of Conservation; and

c.

If the facility meets the requirements outlined in subsections a and b above, a parking reduction may be granted as follows:

6.

Design.

a.

The facility shall be constructed and maintained with durable waterproof and rustproof material;

b.

Roofing material shall be decorative metal seam or similar material; and

c.

Exterior siding shall be a smooth painted finish and weatherproof.

7.

Noise.

a.

The facility shall not use power-driven sorting and consolidating equipment such as crushers or balers, nor shall it use powerdriven processing equipment except for reverse vending machines.

b.

Noise levels shall not exceed fifty (50) dBA as measured at the property line of the nearest residentially zoned property, or sixtyfive (65) dBA at the property line for of all other zoned properties.

8.

Operations and Maintenance.

a.

The containers shall be clearly marked to identify the type of recyclables to be deposited, operating instructions and the identity and phone number of the operator or responsible person to call if the machine is inoperative;

b.

The containers shall be covered when the facility is not attended, secured from unauthorized entry or removal of material, and shall be of a capacity sufficient to accommodate materials collected and collection schedule;

c.

All recyclable materials shall be stored in containers; no materials shall be placed in open areas; any mobile recycling units must be removed from the site when not operating;

d.

A sign shall be displayed at the exterior of the facility stating that materials shall not be left outside during non-business hours.

e.

The facility shall be maintained in a dust-free and litter-free condition and the operator or responsible person shall sweep the site on a daily basis.

f.

The facility shall be illuminated to ensure comfortable and safe operation if operating hours are between dusk and dawn.

9.

Expiration. If the facility permit expires without a renewal, the facility shall be immediately removed from the site by the operator or responsible person no later than 7:00 p.m. on the next day following the expiration. If the recycling materials are not claimed within thirty (30) calendar days, the materials shall be considered unclaimed property and may be in possession of the city.

D.

Large Collection Facilities.

1.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit large collection facilities, subject to the requirements of this section.

2.

Hours.

a.

General. The operating hours shall be limited to the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily.

b.

Adjacent to Residentially Zoned Properties. The operating hours shall be limited to 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday.

c.

Additional Restrictions. The Planning Commission may further restrict the hours of operation to address noise impacts on adjacent properties as a condition of approval through the conditional use permit process.

3.

Noise. Power-driven processing, including aluminum foil and can compacting, baling, plastic bag shredding or other light processing activities necessary for efficient temporary storage and shipment of materials, shall not be used unless permitted as a condition of approval through the Conditional Use Permit process.

4.

Operations and Maintenance.

a.

All exterior storage of materials shall be in sturdy containers or enclosures which are covered, secured and maintained in good condition. Storage containers for flammable material shall be constructed of nonflammable material; and

b.

No storage, excluding truck trailers and overseas containers, shall be visible above the height of the wall surrounding the facility.

c.

A sign shall be displayed at all entrances stating that materials shall not be left outside during non-business hours.

d.

The facility shall be maintained in a dust-free, odor-free and litter-free condition and the operator or responsible person shall sweep the site on a daily basis.

e.

The facility shall be illuminated to ensure comfortable and safe operation if operating hours are between dusk and dawn.

E.

Signage Regulations. Refer to Section 17.80.100 (Signage Regulations—Signs for Specific Uses) of this title for permitted signs for recycling facilities.

F.

Expiration or Revocation of Permits. If the facility permit has expired or been revoked, and the appeal period has lapsed or been exhausted for a revocation, and the applicant has not immediately removed the recycling facility from the property, the following may apply:

1.

The Community Development Director may give the applicant an "intent to remove" notice, stating, unless the recycling facility is removed within five (5) business days, it will be impounded.

2.

If the recycling facility is impounded, the recycling materials may be stored in any convenient place. The Community Development Director shall give the applicant a "notice of removal" notice. The notice shall include the location of the stored materials, procedures to collect the materials and costs due to the city. In addition, it shall include information as to what shall occur if the materials are not claimed.

3.

If the recycling materials are not claimed within forty-five (45) calendar days, the materials shall be considered unclaimed property in possession of the city and may be disposed of.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

modified

A.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit secondhand vendors, subject to the requirements of this section.

B.

Operational Standards.

1.

The drop-off area shall be within a designated area within the building. It shall not occupy more than twenty-five (25) percent of the gross floor area of the business.

2.

Donations shall only be accepted during business hours.

3.

The donation center shall be staffed by employees of the secondhand vendor.

4.

Signage shall be placed strictly prohibiting the placement of goods outside the building during nonbusiness hours.

5.

Parking spaces adjacent to the donation center entrance may be reserved for the drop-off of goods.

6.

Signage shall be placed strictly prohibiting the placement of donated goods outside the building during nonbusiness hours.

7.

The donation of larger household items such as appliances (e.g. refrigerators and stoves) and furniture (e.g. couches and dining room sets) shall require the approval of a Minor Use Permit.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

modified

A.

Permitted Zoning Districts and Required Approvals. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit significant tobacco retailers, subject to the requirements of this section.

B.

Separation Requirements.

1.

Separation Requirements from Sensitive Uses. Any new significant tobacco retailer shall be a minimum two hundred fifty (250) feet from public recreation facilities, public or private K-12 schools, public or private preschools, child daycare centers, community centers and libraries.

2.

Separation Requirements from Another Significant Tobacco Retailer. Any new significant tobacco retailer shall be a minimum five hundred (500) feet from any existing significant tobacco retailer.

C.

Operational Standards.

1.

The significant tobacco retailer shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding the advertising, display or sales of tobacco products.

2.

Only store employees shall have immediate access to tobacco products.

3.

No person under the age of eighteen (18) may exchange, sample, buy or sell tobacco products.

4.

Smoking rooms and lounges shall be prohibited.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

modified

A.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit vehicle sales and lease, subject to the requirements of this section.

B.

Applicability. Vehicle sales and lease limited shall not be subject to the requirements of this section.

C.

Development and Operational Standards.

1.

Lot Size. The minimum lot size shall be twenty-five thousand (25,000) square feet.

2.

Lot width. The minimum street frontage shall be one hundred fifty (150) linear feet. For corner lots, the minimum street frontage shall be one hundred (100) linear feet on each street.

Landscaping. A landscape planter shall be placed along all street frontages with a minimum width of ten (10) feet.

4.

Walls and Fences. No wall or fence shall exceed a height of four (4) feet within forty (40) feet of any street property line. In addition, the wall or fence shall be decorative and a minimum fifty (50) percent open.

5.

Ancillary Uses. Any other use on the site shall be ancillary to the vehicle sales and lease use. Ancillary uses shall not occupy more than thirty (30) percent of the total lot area. Examples of ancillary uses include the following:

a.

Vehicle Repair. Refer to Section 17.112.200 of this chapter for development and operational standards.

b.

Vehicle Washing. Refer to Section 17.112.220 of this chapter for development and operational standards.

c.

Other Uses. Examples include parts and accessory sales, vehicle rental and food and beverage establishments (primarily for customers).

6.

Customer and Employee Parking. Customer and employee parking areas shall be easily accessible and located separately from vehicle display areas. Ground markings and signs shall clearly indicate the location of customer and employee parking.

D.

Signage Regulations.

1.

A master sign program shall be required.

2.

Refer to Section 17.80.100 (Signage Regulations—Signs for Specific Uses) of this title for permitted signs for vehicle sales and lease uses.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

modified

A.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit vehicle repair minor and major, subject to the requirements of this section.

B.

Applicability. All new automobile minor and major repair facilities, whether it is the primary use or an ancillary use, are subject to the requirements of this section.

C.

Development and Operational Standards.

1.

Lot Size. The minimum lot size shall be fifteen thousand (15,000) square feet.

2.

Lot Width. The minimum street frontage shall be eighty (80) linear feet. For corner lots, the minimum street frontage shall be eighty (80) linear feet on each street.

3.

Building Orientation. Service bay openings shall be designed to minimize the visual intrusion on surrounding streets and properties. Bay doors shall be screened from the public right-of-way to the greatest extent feasible.

4.

Work Areas. All work on vehicles shall be conducted within an enclosed building.

5.

Vehicle Storage. Vehicles awaiting service or pick-up shall be stored within an enclosed building or in a designated on-site parking area. Unattended vehicles shall not be parked or stored in required customer parking spaces, within the public right-ofway or off-site on a separate property.

6.

Equipment, Products and Vehicle Parts Storage. Exterior storage, including tires, shall be fully screened from all property lines by building walls and/or screen walls.

7.

Spray/Paint Booths. If spray or paint booths are permitted, they shall be fully screened and set back a minimum fifty (50) feet from any residential zoning district.

8.

Hours of Operation.

a.

General. The hours of operation shall be limited to between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. daily.

b.

Adjacent to Residentially Zoned Properties. The hours of operation shall be limited to between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on Monday through Saturday and 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday.

c.

As an Ancillary Use. In addition to the limitations outlined in subsections a. and b. above, the operating hours shall not extend past that of the primary use.

d.

Additional Restrictions. The Planning Commission may further restrict the hours of operation to address noise impacts on adjacent properties as a condition of approval through the conditional use permit process.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

modified

A.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit vehicle service stations, subject to the requirements of this section.

B.

Applicability. All new vehicle service stations, whether it is the primary use or an ancillary use, are subject to the requirements of this section.

C.

Development Standards.

1.

Lot Size. The minimum lot size shall be twenty thousand (20,000) square feet.

2.

Lot width. The minimum street frontage shall be one hundred (100) linear feet. For corner lots, the minimum street frontage shall be one hundred (100) linear feet on each street.

3.

Setbacks.

a.

Buildings. A minimum setback of twenty-five (25) feet shall be maintained from any street property line.

b.

Canopies. A minimum setback of ten (10) feet shall be maintained from any property lines.

c.

Pump Islands. A minimum setback of twenty (20) feet shall be maintained from any property line.

4.

Landscaping. A minimum two-hundred-square-foot landscape planter shall be installed and maintained at the intersection of the property lines at a street corner.

Driveways.

a.

Number. A maximum of two (2) driveways may be installed along each street frontage.

b.

Separation. A minimum separation of twenty-five (25) feet shall be maintained between two (2) driveways along the same street frontage.

c.

Setbacks. A minimum setback of ten (10) feet shall be maintained from any interior property line. A minimum setback of twenty (20) feet shall be maintained from any street corner.

d.

Width. Driveways shall have a minimum width of thirty (30) feet and a maximum width of thirty-five (35) feet.

D.

Operational Standards.

1.

Air and Water. The service station shall provide air and water self-service for vehicles at no charge.

2.

Security. The Planning Commission may require on-site security (for example security personnel, security programs, and/or surveillance devices), both inside and outside of buildings as a condition of approval through the conditional use permit process.

3.

Hours of Operation.

a.

General. The hours of operation shall be limited to between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. daily.

b.

Adjacent to Residentially Zoned Properties. The hours of operation shall be limited to between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Monday through Saturday and 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on Sunday.

c.

As an Ancillary Use. In addition to the limitations outlined in subsections a and b above, the operating hours shall not extend past that of the primary use.

d.

Exemption. The limitations outlined in subsections a, b and c above shall not apply to service stations that are located within three hundred (300) feet of a freeway on-ramp or off-ramp.

e.

Additional Restrictions. The Planning Commission may further restrict the hours of operation to address noise impacts on adjacent properties as a conditional of approval through the conditional use permit process.

E.

Signage Regulations.

1.

A master sign program shall be required.

2.

Refer to Section 17.80.100 (Signage Regulations—Signs for Specific Uses) of this title for permitted signs for vehicle service stations.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

modified

A.

Permitted Zoning Districts. Refer to Chapter 17.A (Matrix of Permitted Uses) of this title for the zoning districts that may permit vehicle washing facilities, subject to the requirements of this section.

B.

All Washing Facilities.

1.

Site Plan and Circulation.

a.

Overall Circulation. All vehicular circulation shall be entirely on site.

b.

Building Placement. Buildings shall be oriented on the site to minimize visibility of the washing tunnel's entrance and exit from the public right-of-way. Washing tunnel exits should not face directly toward a residential zone.

c.

Driveways and Drive-Thru Aisles. All driveway approaches shall be set back a minimum twenty-five (25) feet from street corners and adjacent property lines. All aisles shall have a minimum width of twelve (12) feet and a minimum interior radius of fifteen (15) feet at curves.

d.

Walkways. Pedestrian walkways should not intersect with the drive-thru access isle. When necessary, walkways shall be clearly visible and emphasized by enhanced parking or markings.

2.

Noise.

a.

Drive-Thru Aisles. The washing tunnel's entrances and exits shall be reduced to the greatest extent feasible to minimize noise exiting from the tunnel areas.

b.

Noise Reduction Measures. A minimum fifty (50) percent of the wall and ceiling area adjacent to the dryers shall be treated with sound absorbing materials with a minimum noise reduction coefficient (NRC) of 1.0.

c.

Vacuum Systems. A central vacuum system shall be utilized so that multiple vacuum stalls are supported by a single vacuum motor. The motor shall be located within an indoor equipment room or other fully enclosed and roofed building with any required venting directed away from adjacent properties.

3.

Hours of Operation.

a.

General. The hours of operation shall be limited to between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. daily.

b.

Adjacent to Residentially Zoned Properties. The hours of operation shall be limited to between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Monday through Saturday and 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday.

c.

As an Ancillary Use. In addition to the limitations outlined in subsections a and b above, the operating hours shall not extend past that of the primary use.

d.

Additional Restrictions. The Planning Commission may further restrict the hours of operation to address noise impacts on adjacent properties as a condition of approval through the conditional use permit process.

4.

Landscaping and Screening.

a.

Equipment Screening. Ground mounted equipment, including vacuum systems, visible from the public right-of-way shall be screened from view with landscaping and/or a combination of landscaping, decorative fencing and low-height walls to the greatest extent feasible.

b.

Drive-Thru Aisles. The area between drive-thru aisles and adjacent sidewalks, roadways, driveways or parking areas shall be separated by curbing and landscaping. Such landscaping shall be a minimum three (3) feet high to screen headlights, and a maximum four (4) feet to provide visibility.

5.

Security. The washing tunnel's entrances and exits shall be closed and secured during nonoperation hours to prevent unauthorized access.

C.

Self-Service and Automated Facilities.

1.

Primary or Secondary Uses. Self-service or automated facilities may be the primary use on a property and may also be permitted as an ancillary use to a vehicle service station.

2.

Vehicle Stacking Requirements. A minimum three (3) waiting vehicles before the first stopping point and two (2) vehicles before the second stopping point is required. If only one stopping point is provided, it shall have vehicle stacking for four (4) vehicles. Stacking areas shall be separated from the site's ingress and egress and access to parking spaces.

3.

Noise. Vacuums shall be equipped with automatic shut-off timers to prevent use when the facility is closed. Vacuums and dryers shall be located a minimum twenty-five (25) feet from any residentially zoned property.

D.

Full-Service Facilities.

1.

Vehicle Stacking Requirements. A minimum four (4) waiting vehicles before the first stopping point and three (3) vehicles before the second stopping point is required. If only one stopping point is provided, it shall have vehicle stacking for five (5) vehicles. Stacking areas shall be separated from the site's ingress and egress and access to parking spaces.

2.

Customer Waiting Areas. A customer waiting area shall be provided that incorporates benches, landscaping and amenities, including, but not limited to, fountains, sculptures, information kiosks and enhanced paving.

3.

Drying Areas. There shall be a sufficient drying area at the end of the washing tunnel to accommodate eight (8) vehicles. The drying area shall be separated from the site's ingress and egress and access to parking spaces.

E.

Queuing Study. The vehicle stacking requirements listed in subsections C.2 and D.1 above are the minimums required. The Community Development Director may require a queuing study prepared by a traffic engineer and approved by the city. The study should support the proposed vehicle stacking and may include conditions of approval for the conditional use permit or minor use permit to reduce wait times.

F.

Signage Regulations.

1.

A master sign program shall be required.

2.

Refer to Section 17.80.100 (Signage Regulations—Signs for Specific Uses) of this title for permitted signs for vehicle washing facilities.

(Ord. No. 3053, § 3(Exh. A), 5-14-2025)

Division 12. - Applications and Permits