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Title 10 — ZONING›Article 2 — ZONES, ALLOWABLE USES, AND DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN STANDARDS
La Puente Municipal Code Ch. 10.10 Residential Zones (r-E, R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4)
La Puente Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · La Puente
Cite as: La Puente Municipal Code Chapter 10.10 · Text as of 2026-10-04
Sections:
10.10.010 Purpose.
10.10.020 Land Use Regulations.
10.10.030 Development Standards.
10.10.040 Recreational Vehicle Parking.
10.10.050 Privacy Standards for the R-E and R-1 Zones.
10.10.060 Site Design and Architectural Standards.
10.10.070 Manufactured Housing.
10.10.090 Density Bonus for Affordable Housing.
10.10.100 Senior Citizen Housing Developments.
10.10.110 Other Applicable Regulations.
10.10.010 Purpose.¶
A. Residential Estate Zone (R-E). The R-E zone implements the Low Density Residential General Plan land use category and is established to designate areas for detached residential dwellings built at a maximum density of 4.4 units per acre. Except as otherwise provided in Section 10.10.080 (Adoption of Provisions of State Law Related to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Dwelling Units), no more than one dwelling is permitted on each lot. Other uses and development standards are set forth in this Chapter.
B. Low Density Residential Zone (R-1). The R-1 zone implements the Low Density Residential General Plan land use category and is established to designate areas for detached residential dwellings built at a maximum density of 7 units per acre. Except as otherwise provided in Section 10.10.080 (Adoption of Provisions of State Law Related to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Dwelling Units), no more than one dwelling is permitted on each lot. Other permitted uses and development standards are set forth in this Chapter.
C. Medium Density Residential Zone (R-2). The R-2 zone implements the Medium Density Residential General Plan land use category and is established to designate areas for both detached and attached residential dwellings at a maximum density of 14 units per acre. Other permitted uses and development standards are set forth in this Chapter.
D. Medium-High Density Residential Zone (R-3). The R-3 zone implements the Medium High Density Residential General Plan land use category and is established to designate areas for multifamily residential dwellings such as apartments, condominiums, and townhomes within a density range of 14 to 18 units per acre. Additional uses and development standards are set forth in this Chapter.
E. High Density Residential Zone (R-4). The R-4 zone implements the High Density Residential General Plan land use category and is established to designate areas for multifamily residential dwellings such as apartments, condominiums, and townhomes within a density range of 20 to 30 units per acre. Additional uses and development standards are set forth in this Chapter. (Ord. 935 § 3 (part), 2015; Ord. 939 § 2, 2016)
10.10.020 Land Use Regulations.¶
Table 2-1 identifies allowed uses, uses subject to Conditional Use Permit or Minor Use Permit approval, and specific prohibited uses in all residential zones, subject to compliance with all other provisions of this Zoning Code. Any use not listed in Table 2-1 is prohibited.
| TABLE 2-1 USE REGULATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL ZONES | Residential Zones Permit Requirements | Residential Zones Permit Requirements | Residential Zones Permit Requirements | Residential Zones Permit Requirements | Residential Zones Permit Requirements | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TABLE 2-1 USE REGULATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL ZONES | P | Permitted by Right | Permitted by Right | Permitted by Right | Permitted by Right | Permitted by Right |
| TABLE 2-1 USE REGULATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL ZONES | CUP | Conditional Use Permit Required | Conditional Use Permit Required | Conditional Use Permit Required | Conditional Use Permit Required | Conditional Use Permit Required |
| TABLE 2-1 USE REGULATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL ZONES | MUP | Minor Use Permit Required | Minor Use Permit Required | Minor Use Permit Required | Minor Use Permit Required | Minor Use Permit Required |
| TABLE 2-1 USE REGULATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL ZONES | A | Accessory Use | Accessory Use | Accessory Use | Accessory Use | Accessory Use |
| TABLE 2-1 USE REGULATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL ZONES | — | Prohibited | Prohibited | Prohibited | Prohibited | Prohibited |
| Use/Zone | R-E | R-1 | R-2 | R-3 | R-4 | Notes and Specific Use Standards |
| TABLE 2-1 USE REGULATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL ZONES | P | Permitted by Right | Permitted by Right | Permitted by Right | Permitted by Right | Permitted by Right |
| TABLE 2-1 USE REGULATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL ZONES | CUP | Conditional Use Permit Required | Conditional Use Permit Required | Conditional Use Permit Required | Conditional Use Permit Required | Conditional Use Permit Required |
| TABLE 2-1 USE REGULATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL ZONES | MUP | Minor Use Permit Required | Minor Use Permit Required | Minor Use Permit Required | Minor Use Permit Required | Minor Use Permit Required |
| TABLE 2-1 USE REGULATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL ZONES | A | Accessory Use | Accessory Use | Accessory Use | Accessory Use | Accessory Use |
| TABLE 2-1 USE REGULATIONS FOR RESIDENTIAL ZONES | — | Prohibited | Prohibited | Prohibited | Prohibited | Prohibited |
| Use/Zone | R-E | R-1 | R-2 | R-3 | R-4 | Notes and Specific Use Standards |
| RESIDENTIAL USES | RESIDENTIAL USES | RESIDENTIAL USES | RESIDENTIAL USES | RESIDENTIAL USES | RESIDENTIAL USES | RESIDENTIAL USES |
| Boarding and Rooming Houses | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Dwelling: | (1) Must conform with minimum density standards. (2) See Sec. 10.10.070 (Manufactured Housing) for development standards. | |||||
| Detached Single Unit | P | P | P | P (1) | P (1) | (1) Must conform with minimum density standards. (2) See Sec. 10.10.070 (Manufactured Housing) for development standards. |
| Duplex | — | — | P | P | P | (1) Must conform with minimum density standards. (2) See Sec. 10.10.070 (Manufactured Housing) for development standards. |
| Manufactured Housing (2) | P | P | P | P (1) | P (1) | (1) Must conform with minimum density standards. (2) See Sec. 10.10.070 (Manufactured Housing) for development standards. |
| Multi Family - more than 2 units per structure | — | — | — | P | P | (1) Must conform with minimum density standards. (2) See Sec. 10.10.070 (Manufactured Housing) for development standards. |
| Group Home (6 or fewer residents) | P | P | P | P | P | As per the Welfare and Institutions Code and Health & Safety Code. |
| Accessory Dwelling Unit | P | P | — | — | — | See Sec. 10.10.080 (Adoption of Provisions of State Law Related to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Dwelling Units) |
| Senior Citizen Housing | — | — | — | CUP | CUP | See Sec. 10.10.100 (Senior Citizen Housing) |
| Transitional and Supportive Housing | P | P | P | P | P | As required by Sections 65580-65589.8 of the Government Code |
| Child Day Care - Large Family | P | P | P | P | P | See Section 10.50.060 (Large Family Day Care Homes) and applicable State laws |
| Child Day Care - Small Family | P | P | P | P | P | See Section 10.50.060 (Small Family Day Care Homes) and applicable State laws |
| Day Care Facility - Commercial: Child or Adult | — | — | — | CUP | CUP | |
| COMMUNITY CARE FACILITIES | COMMUNITY CARE FACILITIES | COMMUNITY CARE FACILITIES | COMMUNITY CARE FACILITIES | COMMUNITY CARE FACILITIES | COMMUNITY CARE FACILITIES | COMMUNITY CARE FACILITIES |
| Community Treatment Facility | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Foster Family Home (24 Hour) | P | P | P | P | P | |
| Social Rehabilitation Facility | — | — | — | — | — | |
| RECREATION, EDUCATION, AND ASSEMBLY USES | ||||||
| Parks and Recreation Facilities (private) | CUP | CUP | CUP | CUP | CUP | |
| Religious Assembly | CUP | CUP | CUP | CUP | CUP | May only be located on lots that have frontage access on a roadway with a General Plan classification of Secondary or Major Highway. See also Section 10.50.120 (Religious Assembly Uses in Residential Zones). |
| Private School - Grades K-12 | — | — | — | CUP | CUP | |
| OTHER USES | OTHER USES | OTHER USES | OTHER USES | OTHER USES | OTHER USES | OTHER USES |
| Accessory Donation Box | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Accessory Structures | P | P | P | P | P | See Ch. 10.26 (Accessory Structures) |
| Canopies - Temporary | See Section 10.26.040 (Canopies and Canopy Structures) | See Section 10.26.040 (Canopies and Canopy Structures) | See Section 10.26.040 (Canopies and Canopy Structures) | See Section 10.26.040 (Canopies and Canopy Structures) | See Section 10.26.040 (Canopies and Canopy Structures) | See Section 10.26.040 (Canopies and Canopy Structures) |
| Garage and Yard Sales | See Chapter 5.50 (Yard Sales) of Municipal Code | See Chapter 5.50 (Yard Sales) of Municipal Code | See Chapter 5.50 (Yard Sales) of Municipal Code | See Chapter 5.50 (Yard Sales) of Municipal Code | See Chapter 5.50 (Yard Sales) of Municipal Code | See Chapter 5.50 (Yard Sales) of Municipal Code |
| Home Occupations | See Chapter 10.50.110 (Home Occupations) | See Chapter 10.50.110 (Home Occupations) | See Chapter 10.50.110 (Home Occupations) | See Chapter 10.50.110 (Home Occupations) | See Chapter 10.50.110 (Home Occupations) | See Chapter 10.50.110 (Home Occupations) |
| Public Dancing | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Wireless Communications Facilities (WCF) | See Sec. 10.50.200 (Wireless Communications Facilities) | |||||
| Satellite Dish ≤ 1.1 meters diameter | P | P | P | P | P | See Sec. 10.50.200 (Wireless Communications Facilities) |
| All Other WCF | — | — | — | — | — | See Sec. 10.50.200 (Wireless Communications Facilities) |
| Vehicle Parking Area Associated with a Commercial Use | — | — | — | MUP | MUP |
(Ord. 935 § 3 (part), 2015; Ord. 939 § 4, 2016)
10.10.030 Development Standards.¶
A. General. Table 2-2 identifies the minimum development standards that apply to all development in the residential zones. Certain developments may be subject to special conditions, as described or referenced in Table 2-2. These standards shall be used for the land use and development permitting process(s) as criteria for project review.
| TABLE 2-2 RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS | Zones | Zones | Zones | Zones | Zones |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Development Feature | R-E | R-1 | R-2 | R-3 | R-4 |
| Development Feature | R-E | R-1 | R-2 | R-3 | R-4 |
| Density - Maximum | 4.4 units/ acre | 7 units/acre | 14 units/acre | 18 units/acre | 30 units/acre |
| Density - Minimum | NA | NA | NA | 14 units/acre | 20 units/acre |
| Lot Size - Minimum | 10,000 sf | 6,000 sf | 6,500 sf | 12,000 sf | 15,000 sf |
| Lot Width - Minimum | 80 ft. | 60 ft. | 60 ft. | 60 ft. | 60 ft. |
| Lot Depth - Minimum | 125 ft. | 100 ft. | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Lot Coverage - Maximum | 35% | 40% | 45% | 50% | 50% |
| Lot Area Per Dwelling Unit - Minimum | N/A | N/A | 3,111 sf | 2,420 sf | 1,450 sf |
| Floor Area Per Dwelling Unit - Minimum (1)(3) | |||||
| Stand-alone unit | N/A | N/A | 1,000 sf | 1,000 sf | 1,000 sf |
| Two-unit dwelling | — | — | 850 sf | 850 sf | 850 sf |
| Multi-Unit Building: | |||||
| Bachelor | — | — | — | — | 450 sf |
| One Bedroom | — | — | — | — | 650 sf |
| Two + Bedrooms | — | — | — | — | 750 sf |
| Distance Between Structures - Minimum (2) | 10 ft. | 10 ft. | 15. ft. | 15 ft. | 15 ft. |
| Setbacks - Minimum (4) | |||||
| Front Setback | 20 ft. | 20 ft. | 20 ft. | 20 ft. | 15 ft. |
| Side Setback - Interior and Standard Corner Lots | 10% of lot width (not less than 5 ft.; not required to be greater than 10 ft.) | 5 ft. | 5 ft. (single story); 15 ft. (second floor or story) | 5 ft. (single story); 15 ft. (second floor or story) | 5 ft. (single story); 15 ft. (second floor or story) |
| Side Setback - Reverse Corner Lot: Side Adjoining Another Lot | 10% of lot width (not less than 5 ft., not required to be greater than 10 ft.) | 5 ft. (single story); 15 ft. (second floor or story) | 5 ft. (single story); 15 ft. (second floor or story) | 5 ft. (single story); 15 ft. (second floor or story) | 5 ft. (single story); 15 ft. (second floor or story) |
| Side Setback - Corner Lot where Front Door Fronts Side Yard | 10 ft. | 10 ft. (single story); 15 ft. (second floor or story) | 10 ft. (single story); 15 ft. (second floor or story) | 10 ft. (single story); 15 ft. (second floor or story) | 10 ft. (single story); 15 ft. (second floor or story) |
| Side Setback - Reverse Corner Lot: Side Adjoining a Street | See Sec. 10.10.030.C | See Sec. 10.10.030.C | See Sec. 10.10.030.C | See Sec. 10.10.030.C | See Sec. 10.10.030.C |
| Rear Setback | 10 ft. (single story); 15 ft. (second floor or story) | 10 ft. (single story); 15 ft. (second floor or story) | 10 ft. (single story); 15 ft. (second floor or story) | 10 ft. (single story); 15 ft. (second floor or story) | 10 ft. (single story); 15 ft. (second floor or story) |
| Height Limit - Maximum | 30 ft. | 25 ft. | 25 ft. | 40 ft. | 40 ft. |
| Open Space - Minimum | — | — | 100 sf per unit of either common or private | See Sec. 10.10.030.D | See Sec. 10.10.030.D |
| Notes: 1. Floor area per dwelling unit is exclusive of garage space. 2. Distance measured between structures used for human habitation and other structures used for human habitation and/ |
B. Street Side Setbacks - Reverse Corner Lots. The required setback for the street side of a reverse corner lot shall be determined as set forth here and as illustrated in Figure 2-1.
In the R-E zone, the front two-thirds shall have a setback that is equivalent to the interior side setback on the lot. On the rear one-third, the setback shall be equal to the depth of the required front setback on the key lot to the rear of the reversed corner lot.
In the R-1, R-2, R-3, and R-4 zones, the front two-thirds shall have a setback of not less than 10 feet. On the rear one-third, the setback shall be equal to the depth of the required front setback on the key lot to the rear of such reversed corner lot.
Figure 2-1 Reverse Corner Lots - Special Setback Requirements
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C. Open Space Requirements for the R-3 and R-4 Zones.
Common and Private Open Space Required. All developments in the R-3 and R-4 zones shall provide both common and private open space areas consistent with the requirements of this subsection. No front yard areas, either as part of a required setback or otherwise provided, shall count toward the open space requirement. Any required side and rear setback areas may be counted as part of required open space, provided the minimum open space dimensions, accessibility, and landscaping improvements and maintenance requirements are met.
Common Open Space Standards. Unless otherwise set forth herein, the following standards shall apply:
a. Common open space shall be required for developments having nine or more units.
b. Common open space shall be provided at a ratio of 200 square feet of open space per one dwelling unit. Any single common open space area shall have minimum dimensions of 20 feet by 20 feet.
c. Such common open space shall be located in an area within the development that is easily accessible to all residents.
d. Common open space areas shall be provided with landscaping and other improvements that meet the needs of the residents. All such landscaping and improvements shall be maintained in a safe and usable condition.
- Private Open Space Standards. In the R-3 zone, a minimum of 100 square feet of private open space per bedroom shall be provided for every dwelling unit. In the R-4 zone, a minimum of 50 square feet of private open space per bedroom shall be provided for every dwelling unit. Such private open space may consist of a yard, patio, or private balcony, provided such feature has minimum width and depth of six feet.
D. Carport Storage in R-3 and R-4 Zones. Where a carport or carports are provided for vehicle parking for any development in the R-3 or R-4, zone, each carport shall include an enclosed lockable storage area of minimum size of 150 square feet. Such storage area shall not impede access to or occupy any portion of the required parking spaces.
E. Placement of Accessory Structures.
Interior Lot. In all residential zones, any non-habitable, non-garage accessory structure placed within the rear third of an interior lot may be built abutting one side line and the rear lot line. However, if the rear lot line abuts an alley, such accessory structure shall be erected no closer than five feet from the rear lot line. See Section 10.14.030.B (Setback from Alley Centerline) regarding detached garages.
Corner Lot. In all residential zones, any non-habitable accessory structure on the rear third of a corner lot may be built abutting the interior side lot line. A minimum distance of five feet shall be maintained between the structure and the rear lot line.
Reversed Corner Lot. In all residential zones, any non-habitable accessory structure on the rear third of a reversed corner lot may be built abutting the interior side lot line and the rear lot line. However, if the rear lot line abuts an alley and vehicular or pedestrian access to the accessory structure is available from the alley, such accessory structure shall be erected no closer than five feet from the rear lot line. If vehicular or pedestrian access entrance to such accessory structure is directly from the side street side, then the accessory structure may abut the rear lot line.
Figure 2-2 Types of Lots
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- Detached Accessory Garage. For any detached accessory garage located on a corner lot or reverse corner lot, the side of the garage that provides vehicular access from a street shall have a minimum setback of 20 feet from that street.
F. Flag Lot Dimensions and Setback Measurements.
Dimensions. The pole portion of a flag lot, meaning that portion which provides access from a public street or alley to the buildable portion of the lot, shall have a minimum width of 20 feet.
Setback Measurements. On a flag lot, the required setbacks shall be measured from the lot lines encompassing the buildable portion of the lot. The pole portion of the flag lot shall not be considered in any such measurement. The Director shall designate the front lot line.
(Ord. 935 § 3 (part), 2015; Ord. 939 § 3, 2016)
10.10.040 Recreational Vehicle Parking.¶
A. Purpose of Regulating Recreational Vehicle Parking. Provisions for the size, number, and location of recreational vehicle parking in residential zones are intended to enforce community standards with regard to residential neighborhood aesthetics, traffic and pedestrian safety, and property maintenance.
B. Allowed Zones. The parking of recreational vehicles shall only be permitted in the R-E, R-1, and R-2 zones.
C. Restrictions on Obstructing Public Rights-of-Way. No recreational vehicle shall park on any public sidewalk or parkway right-of-way, nor extend from private property over any public right-of-way.
D. Permitted Parking Locations. Recreational vehicles shall only be parked either on a legal driveway within the front yard area, on an allowed paved surface within a side yard area, or the rear yard area.
E. Use as a Dwelling Prohibited. The use of recreational vehicle for dwelling purposes during storage on a residential property and the connection of utilities, water, or plumbing to a recreational vehicle, except for temporary maintenance purposes, are strictly prohibited. No electrical, plumbing, or other similar hook-ups shall be extended and/or used by the recreational vehicle, except as needed for any 72-hour period immediately preceding or following use of the recreational vehicle for its intended purpose off site.
F. Size Limitations. The provisions of this Section shall apply to recreational vehicles measuring no greater than 10 feet in width, 15 feet in height, and 40 feet in length. Any recreational vehicle exceeding any of these limits shall not be parked on any property zoned for residential use. (Ord. 935 § 3 (part), 2015)
10.10.050 Privacy Standards for the R-E and R-1 Zones.¶
A. Purpose. Privacy standards are established to enforce community standards with regards to the peace, quiet, and visual privacy within residential neighborhoods, consistent with policies set forth in the General Plan. The following privacy standards shall apply to all properties in the R-E and R-1 zones.
B. Second Story Setbacks.
Interior Side Yard. For any second story, a minimum setback of 15 feet from an interior side property line shall be required. No balcony shall project within that 15-foot setback area.
Street Side Yard. On a street side yard, the second story may extend to the minimum required setback for the zone.
C. Window Location and Orientation. Second-story windows on a wall facing an interior side yard or rear yard shall be located so as not to face directly opposite any existing second-story window on an adjacent residential structure unless the bottom portion of such second-story window is a minimum of five feet six inches above the finished floor or provided such windows are screened by a wing wall, lattice, screen, or other architectural feature, or provided such windows are nontransparent or nontransluscent. (Ord. 935 § 3 (part), 2015)
10.10.060 Site Design and Architectural Standards.¶
A. Purpose and Applicability. Site design and architectural standards are established consistent with General Plan policy to promote quality design of new residential structures and additions. The City recognizes that quality design promotes longer life of structures, improves the appearance and maintenance of neighborhoods, and increases value in the housing stock citywide. The following site design and architectural standards shall apply to all new residential structures and to additions to residential structures.
B. Single-family Structures and Duplexes.
Site Design and Structure Orientation. Front entries shall be clearly identifiable and for units that front a street, shall generally be oriented toward the street.
Scale and Mass.
a. The bulk and mass of new single-family residential structures and additions shall generally match the scale of existing structures in the immediate neighborhood. However, this provision shall not prohibit the construction of a two-story structure within a neighborhood of predominantly single-story structures, provided the privacy standards of Section 10.10.050 (Privacy Standards for the R-E and R-1 Zones) are complied with.
b. Garages shall not be designed or located in a manner that presents the garage as the prominent form of the front facade.
c. Wall off-sets, second-story balconies, decks, window fenestrations, and similar features shall be used on front and street side facades and any facade visible from the public right-of-way to provide articulation and further reduce massing effects.
- Architecture.
a. All facades visible from a public right-of-way shall incorporate features that eliminate blank, unarticulated walls; add visual interest; avoid clutter; and display a distinctive architectural style.
b. Additions to residential structures shall be designed and constructed to match the architectural style and building form of the structure to which they are added.
c. Rooflines and roofing materials shall be compatible with the architectural style of the residential structure. Use of varying, uncoordinated rooflines and roofing materials shall be avoided.
d. Window and door design and placement shall be consistent with the overall architectural style of the structure.
e. Materials and finishes shall be of a consistent theme, shall match the style of the residential structure, and shall be consistently applied to all facades.
f. Roof-mounted equipment, where permitted, shall be screened from view from public rights-of-way and adjacent properties by materials that are architecturally compatible with the structure they serve.
Open Space - Common and Private. All common and private open spaces shall comply with the requirements of Section 10.10.030.C (Open Space Requirements for the R-3 and R-4 Zones).
Landscaping.
a. Front yard landscaping shall be provided consistent with the requirements of Chapter 10.32 (Landscaping).
b. Where possible, existing mature, healthy trees shall be preserved in association with any remodeling or addition projects, as directed by the Director.
- Sustainable Building Practices.
a. Where possible, pervious or semi-pervious surfacing materials shall be used for pedestrian paths and driveways.
b. To the extent possible, orientation of structures and windows shall take advantage of natural light and wind patterns for natural heating and cooling.
C. Multi-Family Structures.
- Site Design, Structure Orientation, and Access.
a. The front entry to the front unit of a multi-family development shall be clearly delineated and identifiable, and shall be easily accessible for pedestrians from the public street.
b. Entrances to individual residential units shall be accessible from the street, from common open space areas within the development, or from common, well-lighted corridors.
c. Driveways shall be placed in a manner that avoids conflict with pedestrian access from the sidewalk.
d. Common parking areas shall be located on the site to minimize their visibility from public rights-of-way and to be easily accessible to all residents of the development.
e. Windows, balconies, and similar openings shall be oriented to preserve privacy of individual units within the development.
f. Interior pedestrian paths shall be provided to individual units and to link units to common open space areas and parking areas.
g. Loading and refuse/recycling collection areas shall be located to provide easy access to collection vehicles and to minimize noise impacts on residents.
- Scale, Mass, and Architecture.
a. The bulk and mass of new multi-family structures and additions shall be sensitive to the scale of buildings in the immediate neighborhood.
b. All facades visible from a public right-of-way shall incorporate features that eliminate blank, unarticulated walls; add visual interest; avoid clutter; and display a distinctive architectural style.
c. Additions to residential structures shall be designed and constructed to match the architectural style and building form of the structure or structures to which they are added.
d. Rooflines and roofing materials shall be compatible with the architectural style of the residential structures. Use of varying, uncoordinated rooflines and roofing materials shall be avoided.
e. Materials and finishes shall be of a consistent theme, shall match the style of the residential structure, and shall be consistently applied to all facades.
f. Exterior lighting shall be provided for safety purposes, shall be compatible with the overall style of the development, and shall be shielded to avoid light spillage onto adjacent properties.
g. Balconies, where provided, shall utilize railing or similar materials that are compatible with the overall architectural style of the development.
Open Space - Common and Private. All common and private open space areas shall comply with the requirements of Section 10.10.030.C (Open Space Requirements for R-3 and R-4 Zones).
Landscaping.
a. Front yard landscaping shall be provided consistent with the requirements of Chapter 10.32 (Landscaping).
b. Where possible, existing mature, healthy trees shall be preserved in association with any remodeling or addition projects, as directed by the Director.
c. Common open space areas shall be landscaped appropriate to their function.
- Sustainable Building Practices.
a. Where possible, pervious or semi-pervious surfacing materials shall be used for pedestrian paths and driveways.
b. To the extent possible, orientation of structures and windows shall take advantage of natural light and wind patterns for natural heating and cooling.
- Other Requirements.
a. Common laundry facilities, when provided, shall be easily accessible to all residents.
b. Refuse and recycling collection areas shall be provided as required by State law.
c. Roof-mounted and ground-mounted equipment, where permitted, shall be screened from view from public rights-of-way and adjacent properties by materials that are architecturally compatible with the structure they serve. (Ord. 935 § 3 (part), 2015)
10.10.070 Manufactured Housing.¶
A. Manufactured Housing Considered a Single-family Dwelling. A manufactured housing unit shall be considered a single-family dwelling and is subject to the development standards identified in this Chapter 10.10 (Residential Zones).
B. Foundation Required. A manufactured home shall be installed and maintained upon a permanent, continuous, exterior, masonry, or concrete foundation.
C. Design Standards.
All manufactured housing shall comply with the site design and architectural standards set forth in Section 10.10.060.B (Single-family Structures and Duplexes).
Roofs on manufactured housing shall include a roof overhang with eaves.
D. Manufactured Housing May Be Prohibited. The Director, pursuant to § 65852.3(a) of the California Government Code, shall have the authority to preclude the installation of a manufactured home if the manufactured home was constructed 10 or more years prior to the date of the application for permit issuance to install the manufactured home.
(Ord. 935 § 3 (part), 2015)
10.10.080 Adoption of Provisions of State Law Related to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Dwelling Units.¶
Sections 66310 through 66342 of the California Government Code are hereby adopted and made a part of this ordinance as though fully set forth herein.
(Ord. 26-992, § 3, 2026)
10.10.090 Density Bonus for Affordable Housing.¶
A. Authority and Purpose. In compliance with § 65915 and § 65917 of the California Government Code, the City shall provide a density bonus and an additional incentive(s) for qualified affordable housing developments upon the written request of a developer, unless the City makes a written finding based on substantial evidence that the additional incentive(s) is not necessary to make the housing development economically affordable to the occupants. These standards establish development policies that assist in the provision of affordable housing.
Where local City implementing provisions pursuant to § 65915 and § 65917 of the California Government Code are not included in this Section 10.10.090, the applicable provisions of § 65915 and § 65917 of the California Government Code shall apply.
B. Density Bonus Granting Required. A density bonus shall be granted if a development meets the requirements of California Government Code § 65915 and this Section.
C. Supplementary Application Materials. In addition to any required application materials for a residential development project, the following additional materials shall be submitted with a density bonus application to allow the City to review and appropriately assess a density bonus application and the requested incentives and concessions associated with such application.
A description of the proposed incentives and concessions. For the purposes of implementation of this Section, available incentives and concessions shall be those identified in § 65915(k) of the California Government Code.
A development plan clearly indicating the location of dwelling units within the project intended for affordable housing.
Identification of the total number of rental dwelling units and for-sale dwelling units within the project.
Proposed rent schedules and/or sale prices for the affordable units.
D. Development Standards. Affordable housing units approved pursuant to this Section shall comply with the following development standards.
The affordable housing units shall be reasonably dispersed throughout the project.
The average number of bedrooms per designated affordable housing dwelling unit shall be consistent with the average number of bedrooms per unit in the project.
Affordable housing units shall be designed harmoniously with the architectural styles of and indistinguishable from other units in the project in terms of interior and exterior finishes and treatments.
E. Resale and Rental Controls.
An agreement shall be recorded in the County Recorder’s office and shall constitute a covenant running with the land. The agreement shall reserve housing units for qualified households for the minimum periods established in California Government Code § 65915 or other applicable State laws.
Individual, affordable, for-sale housing units shall be owner occupied. Upon change in ownership of an affordable housing unit, notice shall be given to the City. The Director shall review each owner proposed to occupy an affordable housing unit to determine eligibility of such owner. (Ord. 935 § 3 (part), 2015)
10.10.100 Senior Citizen Housing Developments.¶
A. Purpose; Where Permitted. This Section is established in recognition of the unique housing needs of senior citizen residents, and to provide standards for the development of housing that responds to those needs, including but not limited to proximity to shopping, services, and public transit; reduced demand for parking; medical support and similar services; and assistance obtaining appropriate nutrition. Housing development planned for the exclusive occupancy by senior citizen residents shall be permitted in all residential zones, provided such housing development conforms to all requirements of this Chapter 10.10 (Residential Zones) and specifically, this Section 10.10.100 (Senior Citizen Housing Developments).
B. Density Bonus Permitted. Pursuant to § 65915 and § 65917 of the California Government Code, the City shall grant a density bonus for a senior citizen housing development, provided such development complies with all provisions of this Chapter 10.10 (Residential Zones) and specifically, Sections 10.10.090 (Density Bonus for Affordable Housing) and this Section 10.10.100 (Senior Citizen Housing Developments).
C. Occupancy Compliance Required. No one other than a senior person shall be the principal occupant or lessee of a unit constructed in compliance with this Section. No person shall permit any person to violate this Section. No person shall rent any housing to any person who may not lawfully occupy the same in compliance with the provisions of this Section.
D. Recordation of Covenant. Prior to the granting of a building permit for any approved senior citizen housing development, the owner of the property shall execute and record a covenant, approved as to form by the City Attorney and by its terms binding upon the heirs, successors, and assigns of the owner, agreeing to restrict occupancy of all senior citizens dwelling units within such project to persons, at least one of whom is a senior citizen. The covenant shall further restrict the age of all other occupants of senior citizens dwelling units within such project to the greatest extent legally permissible under the provisions of Section 51.3 of the Civil Code of the State of California.
E. Location Criteria. Senior citizen housing developments shall be located within reasonable walking distance proximity to the following services: food store,drugstore, public transit stop, beauty parlor and barber shop, bank, restaurants, and post office. If reasonably locating senior citizen housing developments proximate to these services is not feasible, the City may require that the operator provide a van or mini-bus on a daily basis and free of charge to all project residents.
F. Development Standards. Senior citizen housing developments, in addition to complying with the development standards for the zone in which they are located, shall comply with the following requirements.
Building Height. Building height may be increased as a concession for a requested density bonus, but in no case shall any building exceed five stories.
Elevators. Elevators shall be provided for any senior citizen development as required by State and Federal laws.
Unit Size. No individual dwelling unit shall contain more than two bedrooms. The following minimum sizes shall apply to individual units:
| Type of Unit | Minimum Unit Size |
|---|---|
| Bachelor | 400 sf |
| One-bedroom | 550 sf |
| Two-bedroom | 700 sf |
Indoor Common Area. For developments containing 20 or more dwelling units, indoor common area space shall be provided. The size of the space shall be no less than 625 square feet. Such space shall be located within the development to be readily accessible to all residents, and shall be designed in a manner that allows for multi-purpose functionality.
Outdoor Common Area. Unless otherwise set forth herein, the following standards shall apply:
a. Common open space shall be required for developments having nine or more units.
b. Common open space shall be provided at a ratio of 200 square feet of open space per one dwelling unit. Any single common open space area shall have minimum dimensions of 20 feet by 20 feet.
c. Such common open space shall be located in an area within the development that is easily accessible to all residents.
d. Common open space areas shall be provided with landscaping and other improvements that meet the needs of the residents. All such landscaping and improvements shall be maintained in a safe and usable condition.
- Parking Requirements. Parking shall be provided as established in Chapter 10.30 (Off-street Parking and Loading).
G. Support Facilities and Services. Senior citizen housing developments may include facilities and services intended to meet the special needs of seniors with respect to minor and routine medical assistance, physical therapy, recreation therapy, nutrition, and similar support services. Such facilities and services, when proposed, shall be reviewed and addressed as part of the Conditional Use Permit process.
H. Basis for Denial of Application. In reviewing an application for senior citizen housing, the City shall take into account the surrounding environment of the proposed senior citizen housing and conditions existing in that environment that could have potential adverse impacts on senior residents with respect to the existence or probable occurrence of noise, dust, vibration, excessive traffic, large gatherings of people, or other conditions that will interfere with the peaceful and quiet enjoyment of such housing for senior citizens. The finding or findings that such adverse conditions exist may serve as a basis for denial of an application.
No Conditional Use Permit for a senior citizen housing development shall be approved that would create an adverse living environment to the residents due to limited open space, lack of amenities, and/or insufficient facilities to promote a positive living environment. (Ord. 935 § 3 (part), 2015)
10.10.110 Other Applicable Regulations.¶
In addition to the requirements contained in this Chapter 10.10 (Residential Zones), regulations contained in the following Chapters may apply to development in residential zones.
Chapter 10.24 - Site Planning and General Development Standards
Chapter 10.26 - Accessory Structures
Chapter 10.28 - Fences, Hedges, and Walls
Chapter 10.30 - Off-Street Parking and Loading
Chapter 10.32 - Landscaping
Chapter 10.34 - Signs
Chapter 10.36 - Property Maintenance
Article 4: Regulations for Specific Land Use and Activities
Article 5: Nonconformities.
(Ord. 935 § 3 (part), 2015)
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