Chapter 17.76 — ADJUSTMENTS
Mammoth Lakes Municipal Code · 2026-09 edition · updated 2026-10-02 · Mammoth Lakes
17.76.010. - Purpose.¶
The purpose of this chapter is to allow for minor adjustments to certain development standards of this chapter when such requests constitute a reasonable use of property but is not permissible under the strict application of this chapter.
(Code 1990, § 17.76.010; Ord. No. 14-02, § 4, 3-19-2014)
17.76.020. - Applicability.¶
The Director may grant an adjustment for only the development standards identified in Table 17.76.020. The Director may choose to refer any adjustment application to the Commission for review and decision. An adjustment may be granted only once for a specific type of request per parcel. A request which exceeds the limitation identified in Table 17.76.020 shall require the filing of an application for a variance (Chapter 17.72).
Table 17.76.020. Adjustments
| Types of Adjustments Allowed | Maximum Adjustment |
|---|---|
| Lot area, width, or depth: A decrease of the required lot area, width or depth | 10% |
| Lot coverage: An increase of the maximum allowable lot coverage (e.g., 40% maximum allowable lot coverage increased to 45%) | 5% |
| Setbacks: A decrease of the required front, side, or rear yard setback | 20% |
| Distance between structures: A decrease of the minimum required distance between structures located on the same parcel | 20% |
| Projections: An increase of the allowable projections into a required setback, but no closer than three feet to any property line | 10% |
| Structure height: An increase in the maximum permitted height | 10% |
| Fence or wall height. An increase in the maximum permitted height | 10% |
| Signs: See Chapter 17.48 | See Chapter 17.48 |
| Vehicle parking in setback areas: An allowance for vehicles to park within a required setback area. | See Section 17.36.100(d)(5)a.6 |
(Code 1990, § 17.76.020; Ord. No. 14-02, § 4, 3-19-2014; Ord. No. 15-01, § 4(exh. A, §§ 18, 26), 1-21- 2015; Ord. No. 20-13, exh. A(e), 11-18-2020; Ord. No. 2021-04, § 4(exh. B), 4-21-2021)
17.76.030. - Application.¶
An application for an adjustment shall be made to the Community and Economic Development Department on a form provided for that purpose pursuant to Chapter 17.60. All required information identified on the form shall be provided by the applicant, and any additional information required by the Director in order to conduct a thorough review of the proposed project. It is the responsibility of the applicant to establish evidence in support of the findings required by Section 17.76.040.
(Code 1990, § 17.76.030; Ord. No. 14-02, § 4, 3-19-2014)
17.76.040. - Findings and decision.¶
After an adjustment application is deemed complete, the Director shall approve, conditionally approve, or deny an adjustment application. The Director may approve an adjustment application, with or without conditions, only after the following findings are made:
(1)
The findings necessary to grant a variance (Section 17.72.040);
(2)
A significant public benefit will result (e.g., protection of trees or other significant features, enhanced circulation, or improved landscaping or snow storage);
(3)
Increased safety of occupants or the public would result;
(4)
For adjustments to setbacks or the distance between structures, a finding shall also be made that adequate snow storage and shedding areas are provided.
(Code 1990, § 17.76.040; Ord. No. 14-02, § 4, 3-19-2014; Ord. No. 15-01, § 4(exh. A, § 26), 1-21-2015)
17.76.050. - Post approval procedures.¶
The procedures and requirements in Chapter 17.64, Chapter 17.100, and Chapter 17.124, shall apply following a decision on an adjustment.
(Code 1990, § 17.76.050; Ord. No. 14-02, § 4, 3-19-2014)
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