Article IV — Building Height

The height of a structure shall be measured vertically from the average elevation of the natural grade of the ground covered by the structure to the mean (average) height between eaves and ridges for a hip, gable, or gambrel roof. For flat-roofed buildings, the measurement shall be taken at the highest point of the structure and, for a mansard-roofed structure, to the deck line of a mansard roof.

(Ord. 950 § 2 (Exh. A § 1830), 1998)

Chimneys, cupolas, flagpoles, monuments, storage tanks, water tanks and similar structures and appurtenances may be permitted in excess of height limits; provided, that a conditional use permit is first obtained. Notwithstanding, minor antennas and major and minor telecommunication facilities are governed by HMC § 20.20.080.

(Ord. 950 § 2 (Exh. A § 1835), 1998)

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City of Healdsburg, CA

LAND USE CODE

§ 20.16.070

§ 20.16.090

Article V

Outdoor Storage and Uses (Ord. 950 § 2 (Exh. A § 1875), 1998; Ord. 1090 § 4 (Exh. B § 1875), 2009)

The following regulations shall govern outdoor storage, display of merchandise and outdoor activities in commercial and industrial districts.

• A. Except as exempted by the planning and building director, a refuse storage area shall be screened on all sides by a six-foot solid wood fence or masonry wall, or located within a building.

• B. Refuse and recycling storage areas shall be provided prior to occupancy for all multi-family (three units or greater), commercial and industrial uses.

• C. Precise locations, dimensions, and general design parameters for refuse and recycling storage areas shall be in accord with standard City specifications.

• D. The planning and building director may waive screening requirements for refuse storage areas when said area is not visible from a public street or from any residential district. Solid waste refuse areas shall contain sufficient room for storage of materials to be recycled.

• (Ord. 950 § 2 (Exh. A § 1870), 1998)

Outdoor storage and display shall not occur within required parking or landscaped areas or on public sidewalks. Private sidewalks or pathways shall maintain a clear walkway of at least four and one-half feet.

(Ord. 950 § 2 (Exh. A § 1875), 1998; Ord. 1090 § 4 (Exh. B § 1875), 2009)

Sidewalk cafes and outdoor eating establishments may be permitted with the approval of both the planning director and public works director in the PR and CD districts when it can be found that all applicable building codes are met and that public rights-of-way will not be obstructed. (Ord. 950 § 2 (Exh. A § 1875), 1998; Ord. 1090 § 4 (Exh. B § 1875), 2009)

Temporary displays and related temporary outdoor retail sales may be allowed on a limited basis with the written approval of the planning and building director, including but not limited to Christmas tree sales, pumpkin sales, sidewalk sales and other special events of a similar nature. (Ord. 950 § 2 (Exh. A § 1875), 1998; Ord. 1090 § 4 (Exh. B § 1875), 2009)

• A. Except for the following uses, outdoor storage and display areas shall be screened from view by a solid fence or wall as required by HMC § 20.16.110:

  1. Plant nurseries and garden supply shops; provided, that outdoor storage and display

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City of Healdsburg, CA § 20.16.090

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§ 20.16.090

is limited to plant materials and outdoor furniture only.

2. Vehicle sales and service; provided, that outdoor storage and display shall be limited to vehicles and equipment offered for sale.

3. Lumber yards, building material supply stores and equipment rental yards.

4. Farmers' markets.

5. Automotive service stations.

6. Outdoor eating establishments.

7. Bus depots.

8. Utility substations.

9. Other similar uses which customarily and ordinarily display goods and material out of doors, as approved by the planning and building director.

• B. The height of any merchandise, materials, and equipment stored and displayed shall not exceed the height of the screening fence or wall.

• C. Exterior mechanical equipment placed on the roof of commercial and industrial buildings, including heating, ventilation, air conditioning, chip blowers and similar equipment, shall be fully screened from public view. Appropriate screening methods shall include use of complementary view-obscuring screening structures and recessing such equipment into equipment wells.

• (Ord. 950 § 2 (Exh. A § 1875), 1998; Ord. 1090 § 4 (Exh. B § 1875), 2009)

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City of Healdsburg, CA

LAND USE CODE

§ 20.16.095

§ 20.16.100