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18.01.050 Interpretation

Lindsay Zoning Code · 2026-06 edition · updated 2026-07-07 · Lindsay

In their interpretation and application, the provisions of this code are held to be minimum requirements except where they are expressly stated to be otherwise. No provision of this code is intended to abrogate, repeal, annul, impair or interfere with any existing ordinance of the city, except as specifically repealed herein, or deed restriction, covenant, easement or other agreement between parties; provided, that where this code imposes greater restrictions or regulations than are imposed or required by an existing ordinance, deed restriction, covenant, easement, or agreement between parties, this title shall control.

(Ord. 437 § 1 (part), 1989)

HISTORY

Adopted by Ord. 437 on 12/18/1989

18.01.060 Application

This code shall apply to all property whether owned by private persons, firms, corporations or organizations; by the United States of America or any of its agencies; by the state or any of its agencies or political subdivisions; by any county or city, including the city of Lindsay or any of its agencies; or by any authority or district organized under the laws of the state, all subject to the following exceptions:

  1. Public streets and alleys;

  2. Underground utility lines and facilities;

  3. Overhead communication lines;

  4. Overhead and underground electric and gas distribution and transmission facilities, subject to the provisions of Chapter 18.16 of this title;

  5. Railroad rights-of-way, as defined in Chapter 18.24 of this title;

  6. Other exemptions specifically allowed by state law or amendments thereto.

(Ord. 437 § 1 (part), 1989)

HISTORY

Adopted by Ord. 437 on 12/18/1989 18.01.070 Construction And Definitions

The definitions of words used in this title, and the construction of the words and provisions thereof, shall be as set forth in Chapter 18.24 of this title.

(Ord. 437 § 1 (part), 1989)

HISTORY

Adopted by Ord. 437 on 12/18/1989 18.01.080 Effect Of Graphic Aids

Graphics provided in this code in the form of specialized tables, charts, graphs, illustrations, maps and other forms of graphics are intended solely as a convenience to the user in identifying requirements of this title. In the event of any conflict between such graphics and the written regulations, the written regulations shall prevail.

(Ord. 437 § 1 (part), 1989)

HISTORY

Adopted by Ord. 437 on 12/18/1989 18.01.090 Legal Use Of Land

No use of land, under this title, shall be permitted within the city limits if such use shall be in violation of any local, state, or federal laws.

(Ord. 518 § 1, 2006)

HISTORY

Adopted by Ord. 518 on 12/13/2005 18.02 Establishment And Designation Of Zoning Districts

18.02.010 Districts

18.02.020 District Boundaries

18.02.030 Effect Of District Regulations

18.02.040 Changes Of District Boundaries Or Regulations Due To Annexation Or Right-Of-Way Abandonment

18.02.050 Requirements For Maintaining Consistency With General Plan

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▸ Contents — Lindsay Zoning Code
Lindsay Zoning Code
  1. 18.01.010 Adoption
  2. 18.01.020 Purposes And Objectives Of The Code
  3. 18.01.030 Short Title
  4. 18.01.040 Components Of The Zoning Title
  5. 18.01.050 Interpretation
  6. 18.02.010 Districts
  7. 18.02.020 District Boundaries
  8. 18.02.030 Effect Of District Regulations
  9. 18.02.050 Requirements For Maintaining Consistency With Genera…
  10. 18.03.010 Adoption Of Zone Plan
  11. 18.03.020 Division Of The Zone Plan
  12. 18.03.030 Amendments To The Zone Plan
  13. 18.04.010 Purpose And Application
  14. 18.04.020 Permitted Uses
  15. 18.04.030 Permitted Uses; Administrative Approval
  16. 18.04.040 Conditional Uses; City Council Approval
  17. 18.04.050 Property Development Standards
  18. 18.04.060 General Provisions And Exceptions
  19. 18.05 UR Urban Reserve District
  20. 18.06 RA Residential Acreage District
  21. 18.07.010 Purposes And Application
  22. 18.07.020 Permitted Uses
  23. 18.07.030 Permitted Uses; Administrative Approval
  24. 18.07.040 Conditional Uses; City Council Approval
  25. 18.07.050 Property Development Standards
  26. 18.08.010 Purposes And Application
  27. 18.08.020 Permitted Uses
  28. 18.08.030 Permitted Uses; Administrative Approval
  29. 18.08.040 Conditional Uses; City Council Approval
  30. 18.08.050 Property Development Standards
  31. 18.08.070 General Provisions And Exceptions
  32. 18.09 PO Professional Office District
  33. 18.10 C Commercial Districts
  34. 18.18 of this title.
  35. 18.10.070 C Property Development Standards
  36. 18.10.080 C Project Review Requirements
  37. 18.10.090 C General Provisions And Exceptions
  38. 18.11 I Industrial Districts
  39. 18.12.010 PUD Planned Unit Development Combining District
  40. 18.12.020 MXU Mixed Use Combining District
  41. 18.13.080 Existing Uses
  42. 18.13.010 Purposes And Application
  43. 18.13.070 Screening, Fencing And Landscaping
  44. 18.13.080 Existing Uses
  45. 18.14.020 Temporary Subdivision Signs And Sales Offices
  46. 18.14.030 Mobile Home Parks
  47. 18.14.050 Regulation Of Manufactured Housing Within Residentia…
  48. 18.14.060 Second Dwelling Units
  49. 18.14.120 Applicability And Severability
  50. 18.14.130 No Discrimination Against Noncommercial Speech
  51. 18.14.140 Exempt Signs
  52. 18.14.150 Prohibited Signs
  53. 18.14.160 Permits Required
  54. 18.14.170 Rules For Sign Measurement
  55. 18.14.180 Sign Regulations On Developed Sites By Zone District
  56. 18.14.200 Offsite Temporary Signs For Residential Subdivisions
  57. 18.14.210 Flags And Flagpoles
  58. 18.14.240 Temporary Sign Standards
  59. 18.14.250 Size Of Signs On Windows
  60. 18.14.280 Illumination Of Signs
  61. 18.14.290 Concealed Electrical Systems
  62. 18.14.300 Master Sign Program
  63. 18.14.310 Variances And Minor Deviations
  64. 18.14.320 Wall Mural Placement And Design Criteria
  65. 18.14.340 Maintenance Of Signs
  66. 18.14.350 Hazardous Signs
  67. 18.14.360 Abandoned Or Obsolete Signs
  68. 18.14.370 Illegal Signs
  69. 18.14.380 Other Signs And Advertising Structures
  70. 18.14.390 Enforcement
  71. 18.14.400 Definitions
  72. 18.15 General Provisions And Exceptions
  73. 18.16.010 Purposes And Application
  74. 18.16.020 Procedure
  75. 18.16.030 Findings
  76. 18.16.040 Notice Of Decision
  77. 18.16.060 Revocation
  78. 18.16.070 Building Permit
  79. 18.16.080 Review Of Utility Towers And Lines
  80. 18.16.090 Wireless Communication Facilities
  81. 18.17 Permits For Conditional Uses
  82. 18.18.020 Drawings To Be Submitted
  83. 18.18.030 Referral And Action
  84. 18.18.040 Conditions Of Approval
  85. 18.18.050 Required Findings
  86. 18.18.080 Building Permit
  87. 18.18.090 Lapse Of Site Plan Approval
  88. 18.18.100 Revocation
  89. 18.18.110 Site Plan Approval To Run With The Land
  90. 18.18.120 Minor Revisions To A Previously Approved Site Plan
  91. 18.19.010 Purposes
  92. 18.19.030 Permitted Uses
  93. 18.19.040 Site Area
  94. 18.19.050 Standards
  95. 18.19.060 Required Conditions
  96. 18.19.070 Use Permit Procedure
  97. 18.20 Standards For Specific Uses
  98. 18.21.010 Purposes
  99. 18.21.020 Authority Of The City Council
  100. 18.21.030 Application And Fee
  101. 18.21.040 Hearing And Notice
  102. 18.21.050 Public Hearing; Procedure
  103. 18.21.060 Action Of The City Council
  104. 18.21.070 Building Permit
  105. 18.21.080 Lapse Of Variance
  106. 18.21.090 Revocation
  107. 18.21.100 New Application
  108. 18.21.110 Administrative Adjustments
  109. 18.21.120 Reasonable Accommodation
  110. 18.22.010 Purpose
  111. 18.22.030 Application And Fee
  112. 18.22.090 Special Zoning Exceptions; Alternate Procedure For A…
  113. 18.23.010 Permit, Certificates And Licenses
  114. 18.23.020 Duties Of The Community Development Director And Bui…
  115. 18.23.030 Violations; Penalties
  116. 18.23.040 Property Maintenance
  117. 18.24.010 Construction
  118. 18.24.020 General Terminology
  119. 18.24.030 Definitions

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