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17.4.20 RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTS

  1. Residential Agricultural (R-A) District

The primary purpose of the RA zone district is to provide for and protect a rural atmosphere and lifestyle. This zone district is intended as an area for development of low density, large lot, single family detached residential dwelling units at a maximum allowable density of one-dwelling unit per acre. This Chapter further establishes development standards, as depicted on Table 4.B, for the RA zone districts depicted on the City Zoning Map.

  1. Single Family Residential (R-1) District

The primary purpose of the R-1 zone district is to provide for and protect the atmosphere and lifestyle associated with detached, single family residential neighborhoods. This zone district is intended as an area for detached single family residential small lot developments at a maximum allowable density of five (5) dwelling units per gross acre. The Chapter further establishes minimum development standards, as depicted on Table 4.B, for the R-1 zone districts depicted on the City Zoning Map.

Second dwelling units, in addition to existing primary structures, are permitted within the “R-A” and “R-1” zone districts pursuant to the provisions of Section 17.11.200 (Second Dwelling Units) of this Title.

  1. Light Multiple-Family Residential (R-2) District

The primary purpose of the R-2 zone district is to provide for a range of housing choices for residents in a more urban setting. The R-2 zone district provides for residential development including small lot single and multiple family detached and attached residential uses at a maximum allowable density of ten (10) dwelling units per net acre. This Chapter further establishes minimum development standards, as depicted on Table 4.B, for the R-2 zone districts depicted on the City Zoning Map.

  • 4, Multiple-Family Residential (R-3) District

The primary purpose of the R-3 zone district is to provide for the development of multifamily attached residential dwelling units with enhanced amenities (common open space and recreation areas) at a maximum allowable density of twenty (20) dwelling units per net acre. This Chapter further establishes minimum development standards, as depicted on Table 4.B, for the R-3 zone districts depicted on the City Zoning Map.

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yard not more than six (6) feet, an openwork railing not more than thirty (30) inches in height may be installed or constructed on any such porch, platform, or landing place.

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8. Public Parks and Recreation, unless project otherwise entails a C c Cc c
public hearing, then Permitted.
9. Public Utility and Public Service substations, reservoirs, drainage
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installations not including public utility offices, unless project
otherwise entails a public hearing; then Permitted.
10, Recreational Facilities (e.g. country clubs, tennis and swim
clubs, golf courses), including limited commercial uses which are Cc Cc Cc Cc
cammonly associated with and directly related to the primary use
1. Home Occupations (subject to the provisions of Section 11.170
and the issuance of a Home Occupation Permit)
1. Temporary Uses (subject to the provisions of section 2.90 and
issuance of a Temporary Land Use Permit)
1. Accessory uses and structures located on the same sife as a
permitted use
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8. Feed and Tack Stores accessory to Commercial Stables c o o o
9. Dormitories accessory to Educationai Institutions
G. Other uses similar to, and no more objectionable than the uses identified above, subject to the
provisions of Section 1.90 of this Title.

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17.4.40 CONDOMINIUM, TOWNHOUSE, AND APARTMENT DEVELOPMENTS

  1. Additional Standards for Condominium, Townhouse, and Apartment Developments a. All condominium and condominium conversion projects shall comply with the provisions of Section 17.10.50 (Condominiums and Condominium Conversions) of this Title.

    • b. Any proposal for a condominium conversion shall include a set of original construction plans for the building(s) as part of the initial application for conversion.

    • Cc. For all condominium conversions, an on-site inspection shail be made by City Building, Engineering, Fire, and Planning staff to determine whether the design criteria set forth in this Chapter has been met. Such inspections shall be made after the initial application but prior to any approval of the primary entitlement.

    • d. | Condominium, townhouse, and apartment developments shall comply with the latest City adopted Uniform Building Code, Uniform Mechanical Code, Uniform/International Piumbing Code, National Electrical Code, Uniform Fire Code, and all other applicable codes, ordinances and regulations in effect.

    • e. Within for sale projects, including condominium conversions, separate utility services shall be provided to each dwelling unit.

    • f. When carports are provided for a condominium, townhouse, or apartment development, a minimum of two hundred sixty (260) cubic feet of enclosed storage space shall be required for each carport.

    • g. Allpermanent mechanical equipment, such as motors, compressors, pumps, and compactors, which is determined by the Building Official to be a source of structural vibration or structure borne noise, shall be shock-mounted with inertia blocks or bases and/or vibration isolators in a manner approved by the Building Official.

    • h. Where a multiple family dwelling, including incidental or required accessory uses, abuts property in an RA or R-1 zone district, a masonry wall six feet in height shall be required along the property line between such use and the RA or R-1 zone district.

    • i. The City Council may require a greater setback as part of a Precise Plan of Design due to the size, width, or length of a building and its relationship toa street or intersection of two streets. [n addition, a greater setback may be required to ensure compatibility with contiguous land uses.

      • (1) In the case of a dwelling structure designed with a patio above the first floor level, such patio shall be permitted to extend only a maximum of six (6) feet into the required side or rear yard setback area, provided the remaining distance between the patio and the property line is at least ten (10) feet.

      • (2) The required side or rear yard setback area may be used for patio purposes.

      • (3) The front yard setback area, as well as the side yard setback area, when adjacent to a street, shall not be used for parking. Vehicular access to designated parking areas for the property shall be limited to driveways, as defined in Section 17.13.60.7.b. of this Title.

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d. Private Open Space

Each condominium dwelling unit shall have a minimum private open space of one hundred fifty (150) square feet with a minimum dimension of ten (10) feet. For units designed above the ground units, one or two balconies, with a combined minimum area of one hundred (100) square feet, shall be provided.

e. Pedestrian Circulation

A pedestrian circulation system shall be incorporated into the residential development design for the purpose of providing direct access to and from all individual dweiling units, trash storage areas, parking areas, recreational areas and other outdoor living spaces. The circulation system is subject to review and approval, and shall be developed with a combination of the following development standards:

  • {1) A public sidewalk system shali be developed adjacent to all public streets with a minimum width in accordance with City standards.

  • (2) The interior walkway system shall include pedestrian walks or paths consisting of varying widths designed to provide curvilinear forms wherever possible. The minimum width of interior pedestrian walks and paths shall be four (4) feet. Walkway systems shall utilize materials such as concrete, brick, flagstone or other materials approved by the City.

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Security Fencing

Security fencing shall be installed around the perimeter of the site when adjacent to commercial, industrial, and/or single family residential uses. Maximum height shall be six (6) feet except within the required front street or side street setback area where the maximum height shall be forty (40) inches. The design and materials for said security fencing shall be approved by the Planning Director prior to construction.

g. Laundry Facilities

For-sale projects shall be required to provide laundry facilities for washers and dryers within each residential unit. In the case of apartments, laundry facilities for washers and dryers shall be installed within each residential unit, unless common laundry facilities are provided within each building located within the complex.

h. Lighting All garages, walkways, and driveways shall be lighted during the hours of darkness as follows:

  • (1) Garages. At least one sixty (60) watt light for each two (2) spaces, located inside the garage;

  • (2) Walkways from parking areas to dwelling units. One hundred (100) wait light per thirty-five (35) linear feet of walkway;

  • (3) Driveways and alleys. One hundred (100) wait light per fifty (50) linear feet of alley or driveway; and

  • (4) Fixtures for ail lights shall be of the type that are protected from breakage.

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17.5.10 PURPOSE AND INTENT

  1. The General Plan outlines goals, objectives, and policies regarding the character and location of commercial uses and development within the City. It is the purpose of this Chapter to provide regulations which implement those goals, objectives and policies, and which assure the availability of commercial uses within the City. Commercial Districts should be conveniently located, efficient, attractive, and_ designed in a manner that ensures safe and convenient commercial activity, in order to serve the retail and service commercial needs of City residents and businesses.

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  1. It is the further intent of the regulations contained in this chapter:

    • a. To provide appropriately located areas for retail stores, service establishments, and commercial commodities and services required by residents of the City and the surrounding market area;

    • b. To encourage the concentration of commercial and office uses for the convenience of the public, and to secure mutually beneficial relationships to one another;

    • c. To provide adequate space to meet the needs of commercial development, including off-street parking and loading areas;

    • d. To minimize traffic congestion and to avoid the overloading of utilities by regulating the construction of buildings of excessive size relative to the land uses in the City;

    • e. To protect commercial properties from noise, odor, smoke, unsightliness, and other objectionable influences incidental to industrial uses; and

    • f. To promote high standards of site planning, architecture and landscape design for commercial developments within the City.

  • 17.5.20 COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTS

    1. General Commercial (GC)

The primary purpose of the General Commercial (GC) District is to provide sites for commercial uses that will serve a large segment of the population with a wide variety of retail, wholesale, service, and office uses.

  1. Neighborhood Commercial (NC)

The primary purpose of the Neighborhood Commercial (NC) District is to satisfy the daily shopping needs of City residents by providing for a wide range of common retail and personal services in a centralized location. This district encourages the construction of conveniently located neighborhood centers which provide for limited retail and service commercial uses, in a manner which is compatible with the surrounding residential neighborhood.

  1. Downtown Commercial (DC)

The General Plan outlines the goals, objectives and policies establishing the character and location of the Downtown Commercial (DC) District. It is the purpose

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  1. Exceptions
  • a. The creation of new lots within the commercial zone districts shall conform to the minimum allowable dimensions, except in the case of commercial condominium lots or lots within a shopping center, in which case no minimums are established; provided the commercial development is consistent with other requirements of this Title and applicable City standards, regulations, and ordinances.

    • b. Parcels created within shopping centers are exempt from the site development standards stated herein, as they relate to minimum site areas, and minimum lot width and depth, as long as a conceptual development plan for the entire center has been approved and if appropriate easements for reciprocal access parking and maintenance are provided.

    • c. When abutting a residentially zoned district, the front, side, and rear yard setbacks of that residentially zoned district shall apply to the commercial development abutting that residentially zoned district.

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  • 17.6.10 PURPOSE AND INTENT

    1. The General Plan outlines the goals, objectives and policies establishing the character and location of regional commercial and industrial land uses within the City. It is the purpose of this chapter to provide regulations that implement those goals, objectives, and policies that assure the availability of a solid and diversified economic base that is capable of offering a wide range of employment opportunities to the residents of the City.

    2. The provisions of this chapter are intended fo ensure that specific, well-defined patterns of industrial activities are established which are compatible with the surrounding land uses, provide adequate access to the regional transportation network, accomodate the employment and personal needs of workers and business visitors which meet the service needs of local businesses.

    3. It is the further intent of the provisions of this chapter to:

      • a. Preserve appropriate areas for industrial uses and protect these areas from intrusion by residential and other incompatible land uses;

      • b, Protect adjacent land uses from noise, odor, dust, smoke, truck traffic, fire, explosion, radiation and other potential hazards and objectionable influences associated with certain industrial uses;

      • Cc. Provide adequate open space around industrial structures to protect them from hazards and to minimize the impact of industrial plants on nearby residential or commercial districts; and

      • d. Minimize traffic congestion and avoid overloading utilities by regulating the construction of buildings and structures of excessive size relative to the size of the building parcel.

17.6.20 EMPLOYMENT DISTRICTS

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  1. Highway Commercial (HC)

The primary purpose of the Highway Commercial (HC) zone district is to provide appropriate regulations and suitable locations for light industrial, research and development, warehouse and distribution office based firms seeking pleasant and attractive working environments, business support services, and commercial uses requiring large parcels.

  1. Industrial (I)

The primary purpose of the Industrial (1) zone district is to provide appropriate regulations and suitable locations for manufacturing, research and development, warehousing and distribution, and multi-tenant industrial uses, in addition to administrative support, professional offices, and commercial activities on a limited basis. This zone district is intended to provide an area for the establishment of light industrial and limited service commercial uses which meet high performance standards, but which usually cannot meet site development standards applicable to planned research and development parks.

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7. Electronics: electrical and related parts; electrical appliances, motors, and
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8. Fruit, vegetable, and plant products processing, and retail services,
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merchandise from the following previously prepared typical
materials: Canvas, cellophane, cloth, cork, felt, fiber, fur, glass, C
leather, paper (no milling), precious or semi-precious stones or
metals, plaster, plastics, shells, textiles, tobacco, wood and yarns
14. Office and related machinery: audio machinery, visual, and electrical
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