Division 2 — RC OR RESOURCE CONSERVATION ZONE

The purpose and intent of the RC zone is to enhance the quality of life in the Town through the protection of open space, special land forms, scenic areas, watershed, wildlife and vegetation; to restrict access to and within these certain designated areas, to restrict the intensity of activity and development, to limit residential density, to reduce fire hazards in the hillside areas which are under Williamson Act contract with the Town, and to provide for open space in the form of parks, playgrounds, and other community facilities.

(Ord. No. 1316, § 4.22.010, 6-7-76)

The following uses are permitted in the RC or resource conservation zone in the Town:

(1)

Single-family dwelling, provided that there is not more than one (1) principal residential structure on a lot.

(2)

Agriculture, except dairying.

(3)

Botanical conservatory.

(4)

Family daycare home.

(5)

Residential care facility, small family home.

(Ord. No. 1316, § 4.22.020, 6-7-76; Ord. No. 1363, 8-1-77; Ord. No. 2306, § I, 4-21-20)

In addition to the activities authorized by section 29.40.160, the activities listed in the table in section 29.20.185 are allowed if a conditional use permit is issued.

(Ord. No. 1316, § 4.22.030, 6-7-76; Ord. No. 1363, 8-1-77)

(a)

Height. The maximum height of any principal building in a RC zone is thirty (30) feet. The height shall be measured as provided in section 29.40.045 and is subject to the exception listed in section 29.10.090.

(b)

Lot area. The minimum lot area is twenty (20) acres.

(c)

Yards. The minimum yards in RC zones shall be as follows:

(1)

Front .....30 feet

(2)

Side .....20 feet

(3)

Rear .....25 feet

(4)

Side abutting street .....20 feet

(Ord. No. 1316, § 4.22.040, 6-7-76; Ord. No. 1328, 8-2-76; Ord. No. 1337, 11-1-76; Ord. No. 1450, 12-3-79)

Landscaping shall be required consistent with the purpose of this chapter. The existing natural vegetation and land formations shall remain in a natural state unless modification is found to be necessary for a specific use allowed herein through architecture and site approval procedure.

(Ord. No. 1316, § 4.22.050, 6-7-76)

Roadways and trails for vehicles shall not be constructed without architecture and site approval. Approval shall not be granted unless the deciding body finds that the roadway or trail is indispensable for an activity allowed in this zone and that the roadway or trail will be compatible with the terrain.

(Ord. No. 1316, § 4.22.060, 6-7-76; Ord. No. 1375, 11-21-77)

Secs. 29.40.185—29.40.225. - Reserved.