Chapter 25.42 — REC RECREATION ZONE

§ 25.42.002. Intent and purpose. ¶

The Recreation zone is intended to recognize areas that are suitable for active, outdoor recreational use; to assure permanent availability of lands for public parks, beaches and recreational uses; and to identify private lands utilized for recreational purposes. Permitted uses should not detract from prominent natural features or resources. Public and private lands designated for recreation shall remain free of encroachments and improvements, except as specified in this chapter. (Ord. 1187 § 2(4), 1989)

§ 25.42.004. Uses permitted. ¶

The following uses are permitted in the Recreation zone:

(A) Pathways, walkways and trails;
(B) Public and private parks and gardens;
(C) Beach areas;
(D) Picnic grounds. (Ord. 1187 § 2(4),, 1989)

§ 25.42.006. Uses permitted subject to a temporary use permit. ¶

The following uses may be permitted subject to the granting of a temporary use permit, as provided for in subsections (A) and (C) through (J) of Section 25.05.035 :

(A) Art and handicraft shows (out-of-doors);
(B) Sporting events;
(C) Concerts;
(D) Other uses the planning commission deems, after conducting a public hearing, to be similar to and no more obnoxious or detrimental to the welfare of the neighborhood than any use listed above.
(Ord. 1187 § 2(4), 1989)

§ 25.42.008. Uses permitted subject to a conditional use permit. ¶

The following uses may be permitted subject to the granting of a conditional use permit as provided in Section 25.05.030 :

(A) Public or private athletic fields, swimming pools, playgrounds, basketball, tennis and volleyball courts or similar outdoor recreation facilities;
(B) Golf courses;
(C) Community recreation centers;
(D) Public and private utility buildings and structures;
(E) Beach concessions, limited to Aliso Pier;
(F) Public restrooms;
(G) Commercial riding stables;
(H) Public parking;
(I) Other uses the planning commission deems, after conducting a public hearing, to be similar to and no more obnoxious or detrimental to the welfare of the neighborhood than any use listed above.
(Ord. 1187 § 2(4), 1989)

§ 25.42.010. Prohibited uses. ¶

The following uses are prohibited in the Recreation zone:

(A) The launching or landing of jet-skis or other similar types of motorized marine vehicles, except as may be determined necessary by the Coast Guard or Laguna Beach marine safety department for the public health and safety;
(B) Any off-road vehicles and bicycles, including but not limited to motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), four-wheel-drive vehicles and mountain bikes, unless specifically allowed on designated trails or roads.
(Ord. 1187 § 2(4), 1989)

§ 25.42.012. Development standards. ¶

Any proposed development or use shall be subject to design review as provided in Chapter 25.05.040 and subject to the following standards:

(A) Building Height. Building height shall be limited to one story, not to exceed fifteen feet as measured from natural grade.
(B) Parking Lot Setback. Parking lots shall be set back for a distance that is necessary to guarantee an adequate buffer for all adjoining residential and open space areas.
(C) Buffer Area. In the case where a recreational use abuts an open space use, a buffer area shall be established for the purpose of providing a gradual landscape transition.
(Ord. 1187 § 2(4), 1989)

§ 25.42.014. Development procedure. ¶

Upon completion of environmental documents, the design review board shall hold a noticed public hearing. The design review process shall determine all applicable standards, including setbacks, lot coverage, parking requirements and signs, to assure consistency with other standards identified in this section and to assure compatibility with the surrounding lands and uses. (Ord. 1187 § 2(4), 1989)