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Division 1 — Generally›Chapter 33›Article 49 — AIR SPACE CONDOMINIUM AND COMMUNITY APARTMENT PROJECTS

§ 33-953. Findings of commission and council.

Escondido Zoning Code · 2026-05 edition · updated 2026-07-25 · Escondido

  • (a) Except as specifically addressed in section 33-955 of this article, the project meets current zoning, design review, drainage, engineering, fire protection, seismic and building code requirements as if the project were newly constructed. However, the conversion of existing legal nonconforming multifamily residential developments to condominium units is exempt from current density requirements providing no increased density is proposed. Conversion requests may also utilize the same administrative adjustment procedures available to new construction as specified in the underlying zone;

  • (b) Required upgrades or modifications correcting a nonconforming condition may be permitted notwithstanding the provisions of section 33-1243 of this code, if the project otherwise conforms to applicable criteria;

  • (c) Residential projects will contain architectural and site-planning features commonly found in projects that maintain a majority of owner-occupied units;

  • (d) The project provides sufficient parking commensurate with its location and design;

  • (e) The project's open space is well-designed, properly distributed, and does not unreasonably restrict disabled access;

  • (f) The project conforms to the general plan and applicable zoning provisions. However, a conversion to residential condominiums may occur notwithstanding the fact that existing densities exceed currently permitted general plan densities provided no additional units are proposed;

  • (g) The project's maintenance and replacement program adequately addresses required improvements and appears to be sustainable;

  • (h) That all tenant notification and information, as required by the California Subdivision Map Act, this chapter, and the City of Escondido subdivision ordinance has been, or will be provided; and

  • (i) That provisions have been made for the timely release of security deposits and provision of

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▸ Contents — Escondido Zoning Code
Escondido Zoning Code
  1. Chapter 6
  2. Division 2 — Routing
  3. Division 2 — Weed and Rubbish Abatement Program
  4. ▸ Division 1 — Generally
    Overview
    1. § 11-53. Created and established.
    2. § 11-54. Purpose.
    3. § 11-55. Membership.
    4. § 11-56. Members in classified service and subject to civil se…
    5. § 11-57. Personnel to obey fire chief and rules and regulation…
    6. § 11-63. Appointment; tenure.
    7. § 11-64. Qualifications.
    8. § 11-65. Status of employment.
    9. § 11-66. General authority.
    10. § 11-67. To perform duties prescribed by city manager.
    11. § 11-68. To aid enforcement of ordinances, report violations.
    12. § 11-69. Duty to promulgate and enforce rules, regulations for…
    13. § 11-70. Authority, duty to inspect buildings, premises and or…
    14. § 11-71. Right of entry to make inspections.
    15. § 11-72. Duty to investigate fires, maintain records.
    16. § 11-73. Duty to preserve order at fires.
    17. § 11-74. Provide instruction for department in first aid, etc.
    18. § 11-75. Duty to call fire drills; purpose of drills.
    19. § 11-76. Responsible for conduct of and property of department.
    20. § 11-77. Duty to recommend disciplinary action.
    21. § 11-78. Duty to make reports; contents.
    22. § 11-79. To submit annual budget.
    23. Chapter 20
    24. Chapter 32
    25. ▸ Chapter 33
      Overview
      1. § 33-1313. Penalty provisions.
      2. Article 1 — GENERAL PROVISIONS AND DEFINITIONS
      3. Article 2 — OPEN SPACE AND HAZARDOUS LANDS GENERALLY
      4. Article 3 — OPEN SPACE (OS) ZONE
      5. Article 4 — FLOOD PLAIN (FP) OVERLAY ZONE
      6. Article 5 — OPEN SPACE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
      7. Article 6 — RESIDENTIAL ZONES
      8. Article 9 — ANIMAL OVERLAY (AO) ZONE
      9. Article 11 — (RESERVED)
      10. Article 13 — (RESERVED)
      11. Article 16 — COMMERCIAL ZONES
      12. Article 18 — SPECIFIC PLAN (S-P) ZONE
      13. Article 19 — PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (P-D) ZONE
      14. Article 24 — (RESERVED)
      15. Article 25 — PARKING OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES IN RESIDENTIAL Z…
      16. Article 26 — INDUSTRIAL ZONES
      17. Article 27 — EMERGENCY SHELTER OVERLAY
      18. Article 30 — HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL OVERLAY (H-C-O) ZONE
      19. Article 31 — SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT (S-T-P) OVERLAY ZONE
      20. Article 32 — BED AND BREAKFAST FACILITIES
      21. Article 33 — RECYCLING FACILITIES
      22. Article 34 — COMMUNICATION ANTENNAS
      23. Article 35 — OUTDOOR LIGHTING
      24. Article 36 — CARGO CONTAINER RESTRICTIONS
      25. Article 37 — PUBLIC ART
      26. Article 38 — MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENTS
      27. Article 39 — OFF-STREET PARKING
      28. Article 40 — HISTORICAL RESOURCES
      29. Article 41 — SENIOR HOUSING
      30. Article 42 — ADULT BUSINESSES
      31. Article 43 — ABANDONED SERVICE STATIONS
      32. Article 44 — HOME OCCUPATIONS
      33. Article 45 — MOBILEHOME PARKS
      34. Article 46 — TRAVEL TRAILER PARKS
      35. Article 47 — ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
      36. Article 48 — RELOCATION OF BUILDINGS
      37. ▸ Article 49 — AIR SPACE CONDOMINIUM AND COMMUNITY APARTMENT PRO…
        Overview
        1. § 33-950. Applicability.
        2. § 33-951. Condominium or condominium conversion application.
        3. § 33-952. Commission action.
        4. § 33-953. Findings of commission and council.
        5. § 33-956 rental payment history reports if requested by existi…
        6. § 33-954. City council action.
        7. § 33-955. Development standards.
        8. § 33-956. Physical element report.
        9. § 33-957. Contingency fund deposit.
        10. § 33-958. Improvement security.
        11. § 33-959. Covenants, conditions and restrictions.
        12. § 33-960. Expiration and extensions.
        13. § 33-961. Modifications.
        14. § 33-962. Filing fee.
        15. § 33-963. Reporting to planning commission and city council.
        16. § 33-964. Required notices to tenants.
      38. Article 52 — FREEWAY SIGN CONTROL
      39. Article 55 — GRADING AND EROSION CONTROL
      40. Article 56 — MISCELLANEOUS DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
      41. Article 57 — MISCELLANEOUS USE RESTRICTIONS
      42. Article 58 — DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS
  5. Division 1
  6. Division 2 — Variances and Administrative Adjustments
  7. Division 3 — Nonconforming Uses and Structures
  8. Division 4 — Amendments and Zone Changes
  9. Division 5 — Reasonable Accommodation
  10. Division 6 — Public Hearings, Notices, Fees and Appeals
  11. Division 7 — Enforcement and Penalties
  12. Division 8 — Plot Plans
  13. Division 9 — Zoning Administrator

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