Chapter 15 — WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION FACILITIES

The intent of this Chapter is to provide design, siting, and locational requirements for support structures for wireless telecommunication antennas and supporting equipment in order to encourage their collocation in the City and to minimize the potential adverse impacts of said structures on public safety and aesthetics.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

This Chapter shall be applicable to all wireless telecommunication facilities that require the granting of commercial licenses from the Federal Communications Commission and/or the California Public Utilities Commission.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

Wireless telecommunication antennas and supporting equipment proposed to be attached to existing structures and buildings shall be subject to the following development standards:

(a)

In commercial and industrial zones, and in areas with an M-X, P-F, or A-G zoning designation, wireless telecommunication antennas may project up to ten (10) feet above the height of the structure, or up to ten (10) feet above the roof line of the building plus an additional one (1) foot for each ten (10) feet of horizontal distance the antenna is set back from the edge of the building, provided all of the following requirements are satisfied:

(1)

The applicant has shown that the subject antenna is not sufficient for wireless telecommunication in its intended coverage area if it is mounted at or below the height of the structure or the roof line of the building.

(2)

The antenna and supporting equipment to be mounted or located above the height of the structure or the roof line of the building shall be painted or otherwise treated to match the exterior of the structure or building, or when feasible hidden behind existing or added screening which is architecturally compatible with said structure or building.

(3)

The existing structure or building is not an historic resource.

(b)

Excluding wireless telecommunication antennas and supporting equipment located on structures and buildings on publicly owned or controlled property, wireless telecommunication antennas and supporting

equipment shall not project above the height of the structure or the roof line of the building in residential zones, and in areas with an A-U or A-L zoning designation.

(c)

Wireless telecommunication antennas and supporting equipment not projecting above the height of the structure or the roof line of the building shall be architecturally and visually integrated with said structure or building so as not to be generally perceptible. Architectural and visual integration shall include, but shall not be limited to:

(1)

Locating said antennas and supporting equipment within buildings, attics, steeples, towers, and new additions that are architecturally compatible with the subject structure or building;

(2)

Concealing said antennas and supporting equipment behind and below parapets; and

(3)

Encasing said antennas and supporting equipment in fiberglass, stucco, brick, or other medium, which appear integral to the structure or building.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

Construction of new freestanding support structures for antennas and supporting equipment for wireless telecommunication, including the replacement of existing freestanding support structures for wireless telecommunication, shall be subject to the following development standards:

(a)

Unless shown not to be feasible by the applicant, any new freestanding support structure for wireless telecommunication shall be a monopole. The applicant shall provide information and any other documentation required by the Review Authority to explain why a ground-built support structure other than a monopole is being proposed as the new freestanding support structure.

(b)

New freestanding support structures shall be the minimum height required for wireless telecommunication.

(c)

New freestanding support structures, including associated antennas and supporting equipment, shall be sited, painted, or otherwise treated to the extent feasible (and permitted by State and Federal law) to minimize visual impacts. Methods to minimize visual impacts shall include, but shall not be limited to:

(1)

Using vegetation, fencing, existing development, and topography to screen freestanding support structures, including associated antennas and supporting equipment, from public view; and

(2)

Using appropriate paint color, finish, texture, and materials to match nearby structures.

(d)

New freestanding support structures shall be located a distance equal to at least the height of the said structure from residential structures on adjoining properties.

(e)

New freestanding support structures and associated antennas shall not significantly displace or impair agricultural operations, if any, on the subject parcel or surrounding parcels.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

Unless shown not to be feasible by the applicant or considered not to be desirable by the Review Authority, a new wireless telecommunication facility shall collocate on an existing wireless telecommunication facility or, if an existing wireless telecommunication facility is not present within the coverage area of the proposed facility, on an existing structure or building on publicly owned or controlled property.

(a)

If use of an existing structure or building on publicly owned or controlled property, or if collocation on an existing wireless telecommunication facility, is not being proposed, the applicant shall provide information and any other documentation required by the Review Authority explaining why use of such existing structures or buildings is not feasible or desirable.

(b)

If a new freestanding structure for wireless telecommunication is proposed, the applicant shall agree to allow future applicants to collocate at the site of the proposed facility. The Review Authority may waive this requirement if it determines that such collocation is not desirable or technologically feasible, or would adversely affect the operation of the applicant.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

The Review Authority may retain the services of a communications consultant in order to understand, analyze, and evaluate the request for the proposed wireless telecommunication facility. The consultant shall be selected by the Director. The applicant shall be responsible for the cost of the consultant's services plus an administrative fee as set by resolution of the City Council.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

All freestanding structures, antennas, and supporting equipment associated with wireless

telecommunication shall be maintained in good condition by the provider of the telecommunication facility and, whenever necessary, repaired or replaced.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

Freestanding structures, antennas, and supporting equipment associated with wireless telecommunication shall be removed by the provider of such facilities and the site restored to its preconstruction state if said facilities have not been operational or used for a period of six (6) consecutive months. Removal and site restoration shall be completed within ninety (90) days of the end of said six (6) month period. To guarantee removal of unused or abandoned facilities, the Review Authority may require the applicant to post a bond or other suitable security instrument.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

This Chapter shall not be applicable to public entities that provide emergency communication services for the Sheriff's Office or the Office of Emergency Services, in order to provide coordination with cities, counties, and State agencies.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

CHAPTER 16. - PRODUCE STANDS AND AGRICULTURAL STORES

The purpose of this Chapter is to establish regulations that will allow farmers in City of Mountain House to market produce and agricultural products directly to local consumers and to tourists. The intent is to allow limited retail trade as a supplement to agriculturally based economic activities throughout the City. Produce stands and agricultural stores are intended to be a less intense use than convenience markets. Traditional urban retail stores, supermarkets and grocery stores, convenience or mini-markets, full-service eating establishments, bakeries, flea markets, farmer's markets and mobile facilities, are to be discouraged. It is also the intent of this Chapter to coordinate and strive for consistency between local development standards and existing State law concerning retail food sales regulated under the California Uniform Retail Food Facility Law (CURFFL).

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

The provisions of this Chapter shall apply whenever:

(a)

A new building is constructed;

(b)

An existing building, including a legal nonconforming structure is enlarged; or

(c)

The use of the site or the use of the building is changed.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-10-1603 - Produce Stand.

Produce stands shall be subject to the following development standards:

(a)

Area. The maximum area to be used for a produce stand is seven hundred (700) square feet.

(b)

Structures. Tables and/or membrane structures, i.e., tents and canopies, are permitted. All tables and membrane structures must be removed when operations cease for the year. Only a permanent built structure of less than one hundred twenty (120) square feet is permitted. Such structures shall remain vacant for six (6) months of the year. All built structures will require a Building permit.

(c)

Retail Sales Activities. Only the sale of produce, cut flowers, and/or shell eggs grown or raised in City of Mountain House is permitted. All other type of merchandising is prohibited.

(d)

Location and Number. One produce stand shall be permitted per parcel in Agricultural zones.

(e)

Length of Operation. Produce stands shall be temporary. Temporary means any activity, structure, tent or canopy that is used for a period of not more than one hundred eighty (180) days within a twelve (12) month period on a single property.

(f)

Signs. The signage requirements for the Produce Sales use type shall apply pursuant to Section 9-17304(i).

(g)

Landscaping. No landscaping improvements shall be required.

(h)

Parking. An earthen or gravel parking area capable of accommodating a minimum of two (2) vehicles shall be required for produce stands. Ingress and egress directly onto a State Route shall be prohibited unless it is the only access to the site or unless an access agreement has been obtained from Caltrans.

(i)

Other Permits. Produce stands shall comply with all regulations administered by the Building Department and the Fire Department. Produce stands shall not be required to obtain a permit to operate from the Environmental Health Division. A Business License shall not be required for a produce stand when the farmer sells her/his own produce pursuant to Title 7, Section 7-1002(b). No other entitlements from the Community Development Department are needed. Produce stands shall not be subject to the Public Works Department Traffic Impact Mitigation fee.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

Small agricultural store operations shall be subject to the following development standards:

(a)

Floor Area for Retail Sales. A maximum of one hundred fifty (150) square feet of floor area may be used for limited retail sales.

(b)

Structures. Only permanent built structures are permitted. The maximum size of the structure shall be one thousand five hundred (1,500) square feet.

(c)

Retail Sales Activities. The sale of agricultural products, sundries, prepackaged food and bottled or canned beverages is allowed only in conjunction with the sale of produce, and/or shell eggs. The sale of cut flowers shall be permitted only within the retail sales area.

(d)

Location and Number. One (1) small agricultural store shall be permitted per parcel in the Agricultural, Industrial and Commercial zones pursuant to Sections 9-6-202 or 9-5-202 or 9-4-202.

(e)

Length of Operation. Small agricultural stores may operate three hundred sixty-five (365) days a year.

(f)

Signs. The signage requirements for the Produce Sales use type shall apply pursuant to Sections 9-17304(h) or 9-17-304(f) or 9-17-304(d) or 9-17-304(e).

(g)

Landscaping. Landscaping requirements for the small agricultural store shall apply pursuant to Sections 9- 10-501, 9-10-502, 9-10-503 and 9-10-507.

(h)

Parking. The parking surfacing requirement for small agricultural stores shall be chip seal. Ingress and egress directly onto a State Route shall be prohibited unless it is the only access to the site or unless an access agreement has been obtain Caltrans.

(i)

Other Permits. Small agricultural stores shall comply with all regulations administered by the Building Department, Public Works Department and the Fire Department. Small agricultural stores shall be required to obtain an annual permit to operate from the Environmental Health Division, including a plan review for all proposed or remodeled food facilities. The sale of any food items except owner grown produce and shell eggs triggers this requirement. Small agricultural stores shall also be required to obtain a Business License and Site Approval from the Community Development Department.

(j)

Cold Storage. Cold storage trailers are permitted as an accessory structure to agricultural operations in the Agricultural zones. This Chapter does not regulate cold storage trailers. However, cold storage boxes with glass panels that are used for display shall be included as part of the one hundred fifty (150) square foot floor area for retail sales.

(k)

Conversion of Produce Stands to Small Agricultural Stores. A produce stand existing on or before May 25, 2000, which is housed in a structure that exceeds one thousand five hundred (1,500) square feet and that conformed to the Development Title requirements at the time it was established may continue to use the existing building only when both of the following conditions have been met:

(1)

The produce stand owner or operator has obtained a Business License amendment; and

(2)

The produce stand owner or operator has obtained a Site Approval for a small agricultural store.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

Large agricultural store operations shall be subject to the following development standards:

(a)

Floor Area for Retail Sales. A maximum of five hundred (500) square feet of the structure's total floor area may be used for limited retail sales.

(b)

Structures. Only permanent built structures are permitted. The size of the structure shall be larger than one thousand five hundred (1,500) square feet.

(c)

Retail Sales Activities. The sale of agricultural products, sundries, prepackaged food, bottled or canned beverages and freshly prepared food and beverages is allowed only in conjunction with the sale of produce, and/or shell eggs. The sale of cut flowers shall be permitted only within the retail sales area.

(d)

Location and Number. One large agricultural store shall be permitted per parcel in the Agricultural, Industrial and Commercial zones pursuant to Sections 9-6-202 or 9-5-202 or 9-4-202.

(e)

Length of Operation. Large agricultural stores may operate three hundred sixty-five (365) days a year.

(f)

Signs. The signage requirements for the Produce Sales use type shall apply pursuant to Sections 9-17304(h) or 9-17-304(f) or 9-17-304(d) or 9-17-304(e).

(g)

Landscaping. Landscaping requirements for the large agricultural store shall apply pursuant to Sections 9- 10-501, 9-10-502, 9-10-503 and 9-10-507.

(h)

Parking. The parking surfacing requirements for large agricultural stores shall be asphalt concrete or Portland cement concrete. Ingress and egress directly onto a State Route shall be prohibited unless it is the only access to the site or unless an access agreement has been obtained from Caltrans.

(i)

Other Permits. Large agricultural stores shall comply with all regulations administered by the Building Department, Public Works Department and the Fire Department. Large agricultural stores shall be required to obtain an annual permit to operate from the Environmental Health Division, including a plan review for all proposed or remodeled food facilities. The sale of any food items except owner grown produce and shell eggs triggers this requirement. Large agricultural stores shall also be required to obtain a Business License and a Use Permit from the Community Development Department.

(j)

Cold Storage. Cold storage trailers are permitted outright as an accessory structure to agricultural operations in the Agricultural zones. This Chapter does not regulate cold storage trailers. However, cold storage boxes with glass panels that are used for display shall be included as part of the five hundred (500) square foot floor area for retail sales.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

Violations of this Chapter shall be enforced pursuant to Sections 9-2-701 and 9-19-201 of this Title.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

CHAPTER 17. - ENTERTAINMENT

9-10-1701 - Purpose and Intent.

(a)

The City Council of the City encourages the development of arts and culture in the City of Mountain House, and recognizes that many entertainment venues provide a means for such development. The City Council further recognizes that the variety of entertainment venues in the City provide a rich and diverse cultural experience for the residents of the City and visitors to the City. The City Council also recognizes that many non-alcoholic entertainment venues provide a safe place for families and young adults to gather.

(b)

The City Council hereby finds that the operation of entertainment establishments present an environment with the demonstrated potential for excessive noise generation and disorderly conduct by patrons, particularly at closing times, with the attendant adverse health and safety impacts on the surrounding business and residential community.

(c)

Therefore, it is the purpose of this Chapter to regulate the operation of entertainment establishments to prevent the creation of inconsistent and incompatible uses while recognizing and protecting the constitutional rights of the citizens of the City of Mountain House. All applicants will be held responsible for controlling patron conduct in and around the establishments, making adequate provisions for security and crowd control, protecting the City's youth from criminal activity and minimizing disturbances as a result of the operation of the entertainment.

(d)

It is also the intent of this Chapter to provide options in regulating the variety of businesses and events that provide entertainment. The City Council finds that the imposition of conditions tailored to the particular establishment will allow the business or event to flourish while meeting the City's public health and safety needs. This approach also would avoid placing unnecessary conditions on existing businesses or organizations with a history of compliance with the City laws and requirements.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-10-1702 - Definitions.

For purposes of this Chapter:

(a)

"ABC license" means the license issued by the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.

(b)

"Admission charge" means any charge for the right or privilege to enter any place of entertainment including a minimum service charge, an event charge, a cover charge, a charge for the use of seats and tables, or any other similar charge. It also includes the purchase or presentation of a ticket or token directly or indirectly required as a condition for entrance. It does not include tips, gratuities, voluntary donations, or suggested donations for employees or for any person providing entertainment.

(c)

"Applicant" means a person, persons, or business entity that has been issued a permit as provided in this Chapter.

(d)

"Dance" and "dancing" means movement of the human body, accompanied by music or rhythm.

(e)

"Director" means the Director of the Community Development Department of the City and/or designee.

(f)

"Disorderly conduct" means any of the following: consumption of alcoholic beverages on public property, public drunkenness, obstructing the free passage of pedestrians over public sidewalks, the obstruction of free passage of vehicles within the public right-of-way, littering, fighting, loud speaking or shouting in violation of California Penal Code Sections 415 and/or 647, or the operation of automobile audio systems in a manner that violates Ordinance Code of City of Mountain House Sections 6-3100 et seq.

(g)

"Entertainment" or "entertainment establishment" means any single event, a series of events, or an ongoing activity or business, occurring alone or as part of another business, to which the public is invited or allowed to watch, listen, or participate or that is conducted for the purposes of holding the attention of, gaining the attention of, or diverting or amusing guests or patrons, including, but not limited to:

(1)

Presentations by single or multiple performers, such as hypnotists, mimes, comedians, musical song or dance acts, plays, concerts, any type of contest, sporting events, exhibitions, carnival, rodeo or circus acts,

demonstrations of talent, shows, reviews and any other such activity which may be attended by members of the public;

(2)

Dancing to live or recorded music;

(3)

The presentation of recorded music played on equipment which is operated by an agent or contractor of the establishment, commonly known as a "DJ" or "disc jockey." Entertainment does not include ambient music provided through the use of a radio, stereo, juke box, music recording machine or other similar device.

(h)

"Entertainment Permit" means any permit issued by the City pursuant to this Chapter related to the operation of a public dance, entertainment establishment, or amusement premises.

(i)

"Reasonable Efforts" means the provision of an adequate number of licensed security personnel, the adoption and posting of operating policies that are consistent with the requirements of this Code and the permit and the adherence to those policies, the documented training of employees in the carrying out of the establishment operating policies, notifying the Sheriff's Office of apparent criminal activity, and the taking of all additional measures consistent with sound business judgment necessary to accomplish the required result.

(j)

"Responsible Person" means the applicant, owner, proprietor, promoter, manager, assistant manager or other person exercising control over the operation of an entertainment establishment, whether or not that person is a named applicant.

(k)

"Special Event" means entertainment conducted on private property where all of the following circumstances exist:

(1)

The premises or location where the entertainment is to be conducted is not the subject of an existing entertainment permit issued pursuant to this Chapter;

(2)

Entertainment will only be offered for a limited period of time, not to exceed three (3) days. (See also Sections 9-1-304 "Special Indoor Event" and "Special Outdoor Event"); and

(3)

Special Event permits will be processed as Staff Review with an Improvement Plan.

(l)

"Theater" means any commercial establishment where regular sporting events, concerts, motion picture screenings or theatrical performances are given, usually on a stage, and usually with ascending row seating or some arrangement of permanent seating.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

Entertainment permits shall be reviewed by the Director using the Staff Review with Notice Procedure in Chapter 4 of Division 2, except as provided herein.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-10-1704 - Entertainment Permit Required—Compliance with Other Laws.

(a)

Unless exempt pursuant to Section 9-1085.5, no person shall provide or permit any entertainment that is open to the public without an entertainment permit issued pursuant to this Chapter.

(b)

Neither the obtaining of an entertainment permit nor compliance with the operating standards provided in this Chapter shall obviate the need for, or excuse any noncompliance with, the Zoning Code, Building Code, Fire Code or any other or additional permit requirement or standard made applicable to the entertainment or entertainment establishment under any other provision of this code or state or federal law.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

The following types of entertainment and events are exempt from the permit required by this Chapter. This exemption does not relieve any entertainment establishment from complying with all other applicable laws, including, but not limited to, laws related to noise levels and nuisances.

(a)

Entertainment sponsored by any agency of the City, the various boards of education, or by any other political subdivision of the State of California;

(b)

Entertainment sponsored by any nonprofit public benefit organization, such as Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Little League or Boys and Girls Club, whose primary objective is the sponsoring and control of youth activities and child welfare. If the event is a dance for the minor members of the organization, the following requirements must be met:

(1)

No person eighteen (18) years of age or older may be admitted as a guest, unless such person is a bona fide student at, or member of, the sponsoring agency or organization, or the family member of a member or student of the sponsoring agency or organization;

(2)

No alcoholic beverages may be served, consumed or permitted on the premises;

(3)

Chaperones from the sponsoring agency are present on the premises at the rate of two (2) adults, who are at least twenty-five (25) years of age or older, for every one hundred (100) guests; and

(4)

The event must finish by 12:00 a.m. and the premises and the adjoining parking lots must be promptly vacated by all the guests.

(c)

Entertainment lawfully conducted at any County park, building or recreational facility;

(d)

Entertainment lawfully conducted entirely upon property owned or controlled by a governmental entity;

(e)

Entertainment limited to the use of a radio, recorded music or speech not provided by a D.J., juke box, television, video games, video programs, in an establishment that does not permit dancing;

(f)

Entertainment provided for members and their guests at a private club having an established membership when admission is not open to the public. For purposes of this Section, private club means corporations or associations operated solely for objects of national, social, fraternal, patriotic, political, or athletic nature, in which membership is by application and regular dues are charged, and the advantages of which club belong to members, and the operation of which is not primarily for monetary gain;

(g)

Entertainment provided for invited guests at a private event such as a wedding reception, banquet, or celebration where there is no admission charge;

(h)

Entertainment conducted in connection with a regularly established theme park;

(i)

Parades;

(j)

Street performers such as musicians, singers or mimes;

(k)

Entertainment conducted or sponsored by any religious organization, club, organization, society or association, that is exempt from taxation pursuant to Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3), when all proceeds, if any, arising from such entertainment are used exclusively for the benevolent purposes of such religious organization, club, society or association;

(l)

Performances by the students at educational institutions as defined by the Education Code where such performances are part of an educational or instructional curriculum or program;

(m)

Theaters;

(n)

Motion picture theaters not providing live entertainment;

(o)

Dance lessons, theatrical and performing arts lessons and student recitals;

(p)

Book readings, book signings, poetry recitations, and any other similar entertainment consisting of the spoken word, including plays;

(q)

Fundraisers for a political cause;

(r)

Entertainment consisting of ambient or incidental music provided for guests or patrons by musicians such as a piano player, harpist, strolling violinist, mariachi band, guitarist or band. If there is an admission charge required to observe or attend such entertainment, the music will not be considered ambient or incidental;

(s)

Any establishment, venue or assemblage of forty-nine (49) persons or less, as described in the maximum occupancy;

(t)

Entertainment lawfully conducted at any of the following regulated businesses:

(1)

"Adult Entertainment," as defined in Section 9-1-4-315 and regulated under Section 9-10-1401;

(2)

"Amusement arcades," regulated under Chapter 3 of Division 1 of Title 6. However, if entertainment, other than the operation of mechanical amusement devices, is conducted on the premises of any amusement arcade, such amusement arcade shall not, by virtue of this provision, be exempt from the permit requirement of this Chapter; and

(3)

"Bingo," regulated under Chapter 4 of Division 1 of Title 6.

(u)

The normal and customary fitness services provided by an athletic club or fitness center.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-10-1706 - Application of Chapter.

This Chapter is intended to implement minimum standards applicable to the operation of all entertainment establishments whether or not such establishments are subject to the Entertainment Permit requirements contained in this Chapter. Nothing in this Article shall limit the City's authority to impose and enforce permit conditions requiring entertainment establishments to comply with operating standards that are more strict, comprehensive or onerous than the minimum standards imposed by this Chapter.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

Except as otherwise provided herein, entertainment uses shall meet the performance standards specified in Section 9-10-501. Measures determined to be necessary by any required studies shall be implemented prior to commencement of the use.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-10-1708 - Hours of Operation—Responsible Person.

(a)

Except as otherwise provided herein, all entertainment establishments shall be closed and all patrons shall vacate the premises between 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m., except that as part of a New Year celebration, entertainment establishments may remain open until 3:00 a.m. on January 1st. It is unlawful for any Responsible Person to fail to abide by the hours of closure.

(b)

All outdoor entertainment establishments shall be closed and all patrons shall vacate the premises between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. Friday and Saturday, except that as part of a New Year celebration, outdoor entertainment establishments may remain open until 1:00 a.m. on January 1st. It is unlawful for any Responsible Person to fail to abide by the hours of closure.

(c)

A Responsible Person must be present in the entertainment establishment during all hours that the entertainment establishment is open and offering entertainment.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-10-1709 - Disturbing the Peace—Disorderly Conduct.

Each Responsible Person shall make Reasonable Efforts to prevent the admittance of any person whose conduct is described in Penal Code Section 415 (fighting, loud noise, offensive words in public places) or 647 (disorderly conduct) at the premises or on any parking lot or similar facility used by the establishment. Each Responsible Person shall make Reasonable Efforts to remove any persons exhibiting such conduct from the establishment.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-10-1710 - Intoxicated Customers.

Each Responsible Person shall make Reasonable Efforts to prevent the admittance of any obviously intoxicated person. For purposes of this Section, a person is obviously intoxicated when he or she exhibits readily apparent outward manifestations of drug or alcohol intoxication, including, but not limited to, inability to walk or stand in a normal manner, bloodshot or glassy eyes, flushed face, incoherent or slurred speech, alcoholic breath, belligerence or other loud or boisterous conduct, extreme agitation or nervousness or mental confusion.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-10-1711 - Reserved.

9-10-1712 - Noise Abatement.

(a)

Indoor Establishments. No loudspeakers or sound equipment shall be used for the amplification of sound to a level audible beyond the walls of the building in which the business is located.

(b)

Outdoor Establishments. Outdoor establishments shall comply with the requirements of Section 9-10-509.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-10-1713 - Disorderly Conduct Within Fifty Feet Prohibited.

Each Responsible Person shall make Reasonable Efforts to control the conduct of patrons so as to prevent or minimize disorderly or unlawful conduct within the establishment and within fifty (50) feet of the establishment.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

Each Responsible Person shall use Reasonable Efforts to cause the orderly dispersal of patrons from the vicinity of the establishment at closing time.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-10-1715 - Alcoholic Beverage On-Premises.

(a)

It is unlawful for any person to bring an alcoholic beverage onto the premises unless such action is allowed by the entertainment establishment's ABC license.

(b)

It is unlawful for any Responsible Person to allow any person to bring an alcoholic beverage onto the premises unless such action is allowed by the entertainment establishment's ABC license.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

In any establishment where the sale of alcoholic beverages is lawfully permitted, it is unlawful for any Responsible Person to allow any person to remain on the premises while such person is unclothed, or in such attire, costume, clothing or semi-transparent covering as to expose to view any portion of the female breast below the top of the areola or any portion of the pubic hair, anus, buttocks, vulva or genitals.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-10-1717, 9-10-1718 - Reserved.

9-10-1719 - Application for Permit.

(a)

All applications for permits shall be filed with the Director on such forms as he or she may prescribe, and shall contain the following:

(1)

The name, phone number, assessor parcel number, and permanent address of the applicant;

(2)

A description of the type of entertainment (e.g., music, D.J., sporting events, comedy, talent show), and the maximum number of persons who are expected to be present within the entertainment establishment at any one time;

(3)

The proposed number of parking spaces, opening date and hours of operation of the entertainment establishment;

(4)

For special or limited duration events, the date or dates, hours and location at the proposed entertainment;

(5)

The proposed security arrangements for the control of patrons;

(6)

The name or names of the person or persons, at the time of application, having management or supervision authority over the proposed entertainment, or any business or premises wherein the entertainment is proposed to be located;

(7)

Written consent for the proposed entertainment on the premises from the owner of the property on which the entertainment is to be conducted; and

(8)

A site plan:

(A)

Drawn on 24″ × 36″ paper and an 8½″ × 11″ reduction;

(B)

North arrow should point to top or right of page;

(C)

Include a vicinity map;

(D)

Show adjacent properties with development type;

(E)

Show all property lines of the parcel with dimensions;

(F)

Show proposed and existing structures, tents, booths and similar structures;

(G)

Show parking with calculations, driveways, landscaping.

(b)

Upon receipt of a complete application, the Director shall provide to the applicant a Notice of Application for Entertainment Permit. The applicant shall post the notice on the exterior of the premises for which the permit is sought within twenty-four (24) hours after receiving the notice and for no less than fourteen (14) consecutive days, or in the case of an application for an Entertainment Permit for a Special Event for a period no less than forty-eight (48) hours, in a location that allows interested members of the public to read the notice.

(c)

Except as provided below, the Director shall either approve or deny the Entertainment Permit within fortyfive (45) working days of receipt of the complete application. The Director may extend the time for consideration of the application for up to an additional fifteen (15) working days with the written consent of the applicant. The failure of the Director to timely act shall constitute approval of the permit.

(d)

The Director shall either approve or deny a Special Event permit within fifteen (15) working days of receipt of the complete application. The applicant shall notify the Sheriff's Department of the intent to hold the event at the time the application is submitted to the Community Development Department. The Sheriff's Department shall have up to ten (10) days to review the application. The Director may extend the time for consideration of the application for up to an additional three (3) working days with the written consent of the applicant. The failure of the Director to timely act shall constitute approval of the permit.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

Every application for a permit shall be accompanied by a nonrefundable application fee as established by resolution of the City Council. This application fee shall be in addition to any other license or permit fee imposed by this Code upon the applicant.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

Prior to approving an application for a Entertainment Permit, the Review Authority shall find that all of the following are true:

(a)

That the proposed entertainment is accessory to a permitted and established use;

(b)

That issuance of the permit and conduct of the entertainment at the proposed location, as conditioned, is consistent with federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations and any existing entertainment permit(s);

(c)

It does not appear, based upon the information before the Director, that the applicant has provided false or misleading material information in the application;

(d)

The proposed use is consistent with the standards, and maps of the General Plan; any applicable Master Plan, Specific Plan, and Special Purpose Plan; and any other applicable plan adopted by the City;

(e)

Adequate utilities, roadway improvements, sanitation, water supply, drainage, and other necessary facilities have been provided, and the proposed improvements are properly related to existing and proposed roadways;

(f)

The site is physically suitable for the type of development and intensity of development. This means that any associated buildings, parking, utilities, ingress and egress, and other Development code requirements;

(g)

The proposed entertainment use will not increase the possibility of unsanitary conditions, disease transmission, or contamination of soils or water, impair the operation of drainage and wastewater systems, or otherwise adversely impact public health or the environment; and

(h)

The use is physically compatible with adjoining land use which means the proposed land use is capable of existing alongside of, and will not interfere with, or alter the current land use of adjoining properties.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

(a)

In issuing the permit, the Director may impose conditions relating to the operation of the entertainment establishment.

(1)

Conditions may relate to:

(A)

The days, hours and location of operation;

(B)

Restrictions designed to prevent minors from obtaining alcohol, such as separate entrances, exits, and restroom facilities on the premises;

(C)

The number of persons allowed on premises;

(D)

Whether security guards are required, and if so, how many;

(E)

Specific measures the applicant must undertake to control the conduct of patrons so as to prevent or minimize disorderly conduct within the establishment;

(F)

Specific measures the applicant must undertake to remove trash attributable to the establishment or its patrons in and around the establishment, the surrounding neighborhood and the public right-of-way;

(G)

Specific measures the applicant must undertake to prevent the entertainment and its patrons from disturbing the peace and quiet of the surrounding neighborhood;

(H)

Specific measures the applicant must undertake to prevent its patrons from engaging in disorderly conduct in the surrounding neighborhood;

(I)

Whether the Sheriff must receive advance notice of the date of a particular event if that event is not held as part of the regularly scheduled events of the business; or

(J)

Other conditions of general applicability to land uses in the City.

(2)

Conditions shall be based on specific and articulable facts reasonably related to insuring the public health, safety and welfare, including, but not limited to, the protection of minors from alcohol and other criminal

activity, the conservation of limited County public safety resources and the prevention of public nuisance activities that detract from the peace and quiet of residential neighborhoods.

(3)

Conditions shall be listed on, or attached to, the permit.

(4)

The Director shall give the applicant an opportunity to review any proposed conditions and the Director will consider the input of the applicant prior to imposing those conditions.

(5)

Conditions may not be imposed that conflict with any local, state or federal law, or that conflict with the applicant's ABC license.

(6)

If the applicant has been issued a Special Event—Extended Permit or other entertainment related permit prior to the effective date of this Chapter, conditions placed upon that permit shall be conditions of the Entertainment Permit issued under authority of this Chapter. However, nothing in this subsection shall be construed to limit the authority of the Director to place additional conditions upon the entertainment permit that are not in conflict with the existing permit conditions or to require compliance with the existing permit conditions prior to issuance of the Entertainment Permit.

(7)

If complaints have been received regarding operation of the premises, the Director may require the applicant to demonstrate compliance with applicable existing permits prior to issuance of the Entertainment Permit or may issue the permit conditioned upon the applicant obtaining any other necessary permit or other county, or state approval.

(8)

No condition may be imposed pursuant to this Chapter that suppresses or regulates expression in any manner contrary to law.

(9)

Imposition of any particular condition is appealable through the procedures set forth in Chapter 4 of Division 2.

(10)

If an applicant has submitted a complete application for an Entertainment Permit prior to the expiration of a Special Event—Extended Permit and the applicant has not violated any of the conditions of the Special Event—Extended Permit and agrees to immediately begin operating in accordance with the provisions contained in this Chapter, the applicant may continue to offer entertainment pending review and action on the Entertainment Permit.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-10-1723 - Display of Permits.

The permit issued pursuant to this Chapter shall at all times be displayed in a conspicuous place in the entertainment establishment for which it was issued and shall be immediately produced upon the request of any law enforcement or code enforcement officer.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

In the event an application for a permit is denied by the Director, no application for a permit to conduct the proposed activity at the same location shall be considered by the Director for a period of one (1) year from the denial, unless denied without prejudice.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-10-1725 - Suspension, Modification or Revocation of Permit.

(a)

Except as modified below, actions for enforcement, suspension, modification or revocation of an Entertainment Permit shall be governed by the procedures set forth in Chapter 7 of Division 2 of the Development Title.

(b)

After notice and an opportunity for a hearing, a permit may be revoked, suspended or modified for any of the following reasons:

(1)

The entertainment has been conducted in a manner contrary to the Findings for the issuance of a permit set forth in this Chapter;

(2)

The applicant has failed to comply with one or more conditions of the permit;

(3)

The entertainment has created sound levels that violate the Municipal Code;

(4)

The applicant or his/her employees, agents, or representatives have violated or are violating federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations in connection with the entertainment;

(5)

The entertainment has been conducted in an illegal or disorderly manner or has been conducted in such a manner as to constitute an unreasonable burden on the reasonable use and enjoyment of neighboring properties;

(6)

The applicant has knowingly made a false statement of material fact or has knowingly omitted a material fact in the application;

(7)

The entertainment has created or is creating a nuisance;

(8)

The applicant or any other Responsible Person has violated any provision of this Chapter; or

(9)

The modification has been requested by the applicant and the Director finds the modification is consistent with the provisions of this code and will not constitute a nuisance or an unreasonable burden upon County resources or the surrounding neighborhood.

(c)

In the event the Director, following an office hearing, proposes to suspend, modify or revoke a permit, written notice of the proposed suspension, modification or revocation shall be personally delivered or sent to the person requesting the hearing. The notice shall contain:

(1)

A brief statement on the specific grounds for such suspension, modification or revocation;

(2)

A statement that the applicant may appeal the proposed suspension, modification or revocation by submitting an appeal, in writing to the Director, within ten (10) calendar days of the date of service of the notice;

(3)

A statement that the failure to appeal the notice of suspension, modification or revocation will constitute a waiver of all right to an appeal hearing, and the suspension, modification or revocation wall be final.

(d)

In the case of a suspension, modification or revocation, the applicant may continue to conduct entertainment during the pendency of any appeal.

(e)

A challenge to the decision of the City Council may be filed with the San Joaquin Superior Court pursuant to California Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.8, if applicable.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-10-1726 - Permits Issued Prior to the Effective Date of This Section.

(a)

Unless an earlier expiration date is specified in the terms of the permit itself, a Dance Permit issued on or before the effective date of this Section shall be valid for one (1) year from the effective date of this Section and shall terminate thereafter. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Chapter, all Dance Permits issued on or before the effective date of this section shall be subject to this Chapter, including suspension, modification or revocation provisions.

(b)

An applicant with a permit subject to the provisions of subsection (a) of this Section may apply for an Entertainment Permit as provided above.

(c)

If an Entertainment Permit renewal is issued as provided in subsection (b) of this Section, the Director may impose conditions on the permit in accordance with this Chapter.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

DIVISION 11. - INFRASTRUCTURE STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS CHAPTER 1. - INFRASTRUCTURE STANDARDS: INTENT AND ORGANIZATION

Division 11 constitutes the Infrastructure Standards and Requirements. The intent of this Division is to ensure the provision of adequate infrastructure for new uses of property, expansion of existing uses, and replacement of previous uses of property, consistent with the General Plan.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

The following General Requirements shall apply to all development projects and to all building projects for which a building permit is required unless otherwise exempted by this Title:

(a)

Public Improvements. The developer or subdivider shall grade and improve, or agree to grade and improve, all land dedicated or to be dedicated for public improvements. Improvements and grading shall be designed and constructed to provide for the use of the properties affected and for the public safety and welfare. Design and construction of said grading and improvements shall conform to the approved tentative

map or approved development project and the design standards of the agency providing service. The County may require the developer or subdivider to pay an in-lieu fee in the amount of the cost of improvements to construct the required improvements as part of a County construction contract. Unless otherwise specified, all public improvements must be dedicated to the public agency responsible for their maintenance and operation.

(b)

Minimum Requirements. The provisions of this Division shall be considered minimum requirements. In all cases, the improvements must be determined to be adequate by the City and to be compatible with the site on which the project is, or is proposed to be, located.

(c)

Reserved.

(d)

Reserved.

(e)

Completion of Improvements.

(1)

Major and Minor Subdivisions.

(A)

Improvements Prior to Approval of Map. Unless otherwise specified, the following improvements required by this Division shall be completed prior to approval of a final map or parcel map:

(i)

Where the subdivision requires water service from a public water system requiring a new well, the results of the test well must be determined by the Department of Public Works and the Environmental Health Division to be adequate to comply with the requirements of Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations and the Uniform Fire Code;

(ii)

Unless otherwise specified, all other improvements required by this Division, or as a condition of approval, shall be completed to the satisfaction of the responsible department or agency, or be included in a subdivision improvement agreement, per Subsection (j), prior to approval of a final map or a parcel map.

(B)

Improvements Prior to Issuance of a Building Permit. Unless otherwise specified, the following improvements shall be completed to the satisfaction of the responsible department or agency prior to the

issuance of a building permit:

(i)

Where served by a public water system, that system shall be operational and provide adequate water quantity and pressure for fire protection;

(ii)

Where served by a public water system, that system shall comply with the requirements of Title 22 of the Regulations; and

(iii)

Roads and driveways shall be constructed to meet the minimum requirements of the Uniform Fire Code, and drainage facilities required to insure access shall be approved by Public Works.

(C)

Improvements Prior to Final Inspection. Unless otherwise specified, all improvements required by this Division, or as a condition of approval, shall be completed to the satisfaction of the responsible department or agency prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy or approval of a final building inspection.

(2)

Other development projects or building permits:

(A)

Improvements Prior to Issuance of a Building Permit. Unless otherwise specified, the following improvements shall be completed to the satisfaction of the responsible department or agency prior to the issuance of a building permit:

(i)

Where served by a public water system, that system shall be operational and provide adequate water quantity and pressure for fire protection;

(ii)

Where served by a public water system, that system shall comply with the requirements of Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations;

(iii)

Roads in antiquated subdivisions proposed to be improved to public road standards shall be completed to the satisfaction of the Department of Public Works, or be included in a deferred improvement agreement per Subsection (j); and

(iv)

Roads and driveways shall be constructed to meet the minimum requirements of the Uniform Fire Code, and drainage facilities required to insure access shall be approved by Public Works.

(B)

Improvement Prior to Final Inspection. Unless otherwise specified, all improvements required by this Division, or as a condition of approval, shall be completed to the satisfaction of the responsible department or agency prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy or approval of a final building inspection.

(f)

Irrevocable Offer of Dedication. Applications for Major or Minor Subdivisions shall be accepted only if the applicant provides, at applicant's cost for processing by the City of Mountain House, an irrevocable offer of dedication from an adjacent or other property owner(s), if such irrevocable offer of dedication is deemed necessary by the Department of Public Works.

(g)

Reserved.

(h)

Reserved.

(i)

Improvement Plans for Public Improvements. Improvement Plans are required for construction of any required public improvements. Plans shall consist of drawings, details, and specifications sufficient to describe the construction of the improvements. Plans must be prepared by a Registered Professional Engineer. Improvement Plans shall be submitted for review and approved by the agency providing the service prior to approval by the Department of Public Works and to construction of the improvement. All Public Improvement Plans shall be approved by the Director of Public Works prior to submitting any subdivision map for acceptance by the City Council. All Public Improvement Plans shall be approved by the Director of Public Works prior to construction of any subdivision improvements, or prior to issuance of any building permit for other development projects.

(j)

Guarantees Provided by Developers Relative to Improvements.

(1)

Subdivision Improvement Agreement. If any improvements are required as a condition to the approval of a final map or parcel map, unless the improvements are constructed and accepted prior to approval of the final map or parcel map, a subdivision improvement agreement shall be executed between the developer and the City guaranteeing construction of the improvements within a specified period of time.

(2)

Improvement Participation Agreement. If the Director of Public Works allows any required infrastructure improvements to be deferred to a specific date, as determined by the Director, a deferred improvement participation agreement shall be executed between the developer and the City guaranteeing construction of said improvements. The agreement shall be secured in accordance with Section 9-1-301(j)(3) herein.

(3)

Agreement Security. Any agreements to install improvements shall be secured in accordance with the provisions of Section 66499 of the Subdivision Map Act. The amount of the security shall be based on a construction cost estimate prepared by the developer's engineer and approved by the Director of Public Works. Unit costs shall be determined by the Director of Public Works, based on costs for similar work on County Public Works projects. Security for improvements required by this Division shall be provided as follows:

(A)

Faithful Performance Bonds. Where improvements are required by the provisions of this Division, the subdivider shall provide a faithful performance bond guaranteeing the faithful performance of all work, excluding work to be performed by public utilities, in a sum equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the

estimated cost of such work as provided in Sections 66499 and 66499.1 of the Subdivision Map Act. The subdivider shall also guarantee labor and materials in an amount equal to fifty percent (50%) of the faithful performance bond as provided in Section 66499.3 of the Subdivision Map Act. This sum shall include any other fees which may be required by the Department of Public Works.

(B)

Bonds by Surety Companies. All tax bonds for special assessments as required by California Government Code Section 66493 and all faithful performance bonds referred to in this Section shall be furnished by a surety company authorized to write the same in the State of California and shall be subject to the approval and acceptance of the City Council. The form and contents of the bond shall comply with the applicable provisions of California Government Code Sections 66499.1 through 66499.5.

(C)

Money or Securities. In lieu of any faithful performance bond or tax bond required by this Section, the subdivider may furnish the type of security as provided in California Government Code Section 66499, subject to approval of the City Council.

(D)

Forfeiture or Failure to Complete. Upon the failure of a subdivider to complete any improvement within the time specified in an agreement or extension thereof, the City Council may, upon notice in writing of not less than twenty (20) days served by registered mail, addressed to the last known address of the person, firm, or corporation signing such contract, determine that said improvement work or any part thereof is uncompleted and may cause to be forfeited to the City or Flood Control District such portion of said sum of money or bonds given for the faithful performance of said work as may be necessary to complete such work.

(k)

Payment for Fees Related to Areas of Benefit. In the event that the City Council has established an Area of Benefit, the subdivider or developer within said Area of Benefit shall pay to the City the proportionate share of the costs established under the Area of Benefit established by ordinance and an administrative fee as set forth in the adopting Ordinance prior to the approval of any final map or parcel map, or prior to the issuance of any building permit for any other development project.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-11-104, 9-11-105 - Reserved. 9-11-106 - Areas of Benefit.

The City Council may establish an Area of Benefit and collect fees for the construction of drainage and sewage disposal facilities pursuant to Section 66483 of the Subdivision Map Act; or establish an Area of Benefit and collect fees for the construction of bridges or major thoroughfares pursuant to Section 66484; or establish an Area of Benefit and collect fees for other improvements, including water facilities, deemed necessary by the City in accordance with the procedures specified in Section 66483. The fees shall include the cost of engineering and the cost of establishing the Area of Benefit in addition to the actual cost of facilities.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

For those public facilities to be operated and maintained by a City agency, the City will not accept the responsibility of maintenance of public improvements until final completion and acceptance of all items. For those public facilities to be operated and maintained by other public agencies, those agencies must approve the improvements to be operated and maintained by them as required by Section 9-1-303(e). If a new Service Area or District is required to serve the development project, the new Service Area or District must be formed and accept the facilities for maintenance as required by Section 9-1-303(e). Acceptance by the City will be by the City Council upon recommendation from the Director of Public Works.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

Easements for facilities outside of public rights-of-way must be granted to the City when the City deems it necessary for proper operation and maintenance of the public facilities. The easements are to be deeded for the purpose of access, operation, repair, replacement, alteration, and maintenance. All development projects which have publicly owned easements must provide covenants running with the land stating that no buildings, fills, excavations, structures, fences, or other alterations will be constructed within the publicly owned easement without the express written consent of the Director of Public Works.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

Where it is necessary, as determined by the City, to extend improvements beyond the boundaries of the development project for adequate traffic, drainage, flood control, or water and sewer service needs, the developer shall be required to acquire and dedicate, or submit verification of the ability to acquire and dedicate, to the City the necessary easement or right-of-way to accommodate such improvements prior to the approval of a development project application.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

CHAPTER 2. - WASTEWATER DISPOSAL

9-11-201 - Intent.

The intent of this Chapter is to specify the requirements for wastewater service and wastewater disposal for development projects.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-11-202 - General Requirements.

The following general requirements for wastewater disposal shall apply to all development projects, unless otherwise specified in this Title:

(a)

Reserved.

(b)

Reserved.

(c)

Written Confirmation for Building Permits. Applications for building permits shall include written confirmation that the development project meets the requirements of this chapter. For public systems, this confirmation shall be given by the City.

(d)

Reserved.

(e)

Mandatory Connection Within Two Hundred Feet. Any expansion of an existing use on an existing parcel shall require the project to be served by the City sewer system if:

(1)

The expanded use generates additional wastewater, and

(2)

The sewer main is within two hundred feet (200′) of the nearest building.

(f)

Extension of Sewer Main. When the Director of Public Works determines that extension of the sewer main through a project or along a project parcel frontage is necessary for the orderly provision of wastewater disposal service to an area, the developer shall extend the sewer main in accordance with the serving agency's design standards.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

CHAPTER 3. - WATER WELL AND WELL DRILLING REGULATIONS

The intent of this Chapter is to specify the minimum regulations for the use of water wells.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-11-302 - Public Water System Connection Required.

Private, on-site domestic water wells shall not be approved where public water systems are available.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-11-303 - Well Permit Required.

A Well Permit shall be approved by the Director of the Environmental Health Division prior to digging, drilling, boring, driving, repairing, or destroying any well; or repairing, replacing, installing, or sealing a pump for use on any well. The permit is required whether the well is to be used for domestic, irrigation, testing, geophysical, seismic, subsurface boring, monitoring, injection, extraction, vapor probe, cathodic protection, or other purposes. A permit is not necessary to replace or repair equipment if the sanitary seal is not broken.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-11-304 - Well Permit Requirements.

Well Permits shall be subject to the following requirements:

(a)

Requirements for Application. Applications for Well Permits must be initiated by a well driller licensed by the State of California. Applications shall be filed with the Environmental Health Division. A request for a Well Permit shall include a site plan which clearly delineates the location and characteristics of the proposed use.

(b)

Review Procedures. Well Permit applications shall be reviewed by the Director of the Environmental Health Division using the Staff Review Procedure in Chapter 3 of Division 2, with the following modifications:

(1)

Preapplication Conferences shall not be required; and

(2)

The time limit for approval shall be one (1) year.

(c)

Filing Deadline. The application shall be filed and accepted as complete at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to commencing on-site work.

(d)

Development Requirements. A Well Permit may be approved by the Director of the Environmental Health Division only if the following conditions are met:

(1)

The proposed well shall not be offensive, dangerous, or injurious to health, or create a nuisance;

(2)

The proposed well complies in all respects to the standards of the Environmental Health Division for the construction of wells; and

(3)

Upon completion of the well, the applicant or the Well Contractor shall file a copy of a Well Drillers Report with the Environmental Health Division. These report forms will be furnished by the Director of Environmental Health Division or the State of California Water Resources Board.

(e)

Inspection of Permitted Work. The well site, location, material, and methods used may be inspected by the Director of Environmental Health at any time prior to or during construction or destruction of any well. The Director of the Environmental Health Division shall be informed when the work is completed and thereafter shall make a final inspection. Work done under any water well permit shall not be covered, concealed, or put into use until it has been inspected and approved by the Director.

(f)

Changes May Be Ordered. The Director of the Environmental Health Division may order changes in the location of water wells and in the methods, means, and manner of constructing water wells in order that the same shall not constitute a menace to the health of human beings or animals, or a detriment to

groundwater sources. The orders of the Director shall designate the period within which such changes are to be made.

(g)

Special Permits. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this Chapter, the Director of the Environmental Health Division may approve Special Permits for limited periods of time when the requirements of this Chapter or any of the standards adopted pursuant to this Chapter are found to be impracticable or unnecessary. In approving a Special Permit, the Director shall prescribe all conditions necessary to protect the public health. Permits shall be subject to a specified time limit.

(h)

Emergency Repairs. In the event of an emergency, as evidenced by lack of water, repairs may proceed without a permit. Emergency repairs include the construction of a new well, or the repair, deepening, or replacement of a well or pump. All work done under emergency conditions shall comply with the standards adopted pursuant to this Chapter. In all such cases, the owner or contractor must file a statement that this was an emergency repair and the reason for the repair. Application for emergency repairs must be made within forty-eight (48) hours after such repairs are begun, excluding weekends and holidays.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

All wells shall be subject to the following regulations:

(a)

Sanitary Seal. All wells shall have a sanitary seal.

(b)

Concrete Platform or Slab. All wells, except cathodic protection wells, shall have a concrete platform or slab constructed to prevent the entrance of surface water from any source into the well or the underground water source.

(c)

Disinfection. After the construction or repair of all water wells and prior to the use of the well, the well and all appurtenances thereto shall be adequately disinfected.

(d)

Grout Seal. All water wells shall have a grout seal in the annular space.

(e)

Abandonment of Wells. Upon determination that any well is abandoned as provided in the rules and regulations adopted pursuant to this Chapter, that well must be destroyed in the manner prescribed so that

entrance of degraded or contaminated water into usable aquifers, or creation of a safety hazard, are minimized.

(f)

Destruction of Wells. The Director of the Environmental Health Division is authorized, after reasonable efforts to eliminate pollution, contamination, or a safety hazard, to enforce the permanent abandonment by destruction of any well that is polluted, contaminated, or is so located as to become polluted or contaminated or is a safety hazard. The Director is authorized to destroy any such well and to recover the cost of the destruction from the owner of the property on which the well is located.

(g)

Out-of-Service Wells. If the owner intends to cease use of a well for a period of six (6) months or more, the owner shall inform the Director of Environmental Health. Such a well shall be protected from any source of contamination while the well is temporarily out of service. The owner shall maintain such a well as required in the standards adopted pursuant to this Chapter.

(h)

Dewatering Wells. The Director of the Environmental Health Division shall be notified prior to installing dewatering wells in areas of known contamination. The Director shall be notified immediately of areas where contamination is encountered, and cease operation until clearance from the Director is obtained.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-11-306 - Well Standards.

The City Council shall adopt uniform standards for the construction, installation, alteration, and modification of the facilities subject to this Chapter based on investigation, inspection, and tests and accepted standards. These standards may be amended as necessary by the City Council. The standards shall not conflict with the requirements of this Title or the laws of the State of California. All well facilities shall be constructed or modified only if they comply with the adopted standards.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

In all areas of the City where poor quality water could infiltrate good quality groundwater due to well construction, special requirements will be set to protect the good quality water. These areas of water quality problems shall be identified by the Director of the Environmental Health Division based on the best available information and adopted pursuant to Section 9-11-304.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

The following uses are hereby prohibited.

(a)

Well Pits. The construction, use, or installation of well pits.

(b)

Separate Wells. The provision of water to a residence from an off-site private, domestic water well located on a separate recorded parcel.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

It shall be unlawful to maintain or use any residence, place of business, or other building or place where persons reside, congregate, or are employed which is not in compliance with the requirements of this Chapter and the standards relating to wells made and established by the City Council.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

The Director of the Environmental Health Division shall be responsible for enforcement of this chapter. Any violation of this Chapter shall constitute a public nuisance subject to enforcement under the provisions of Title 8, Division 5 of this Code, also known as the Housing and Nuisance Abatement Code.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

Any appeal of a notice of violation shall first be filed with the Environmental Health Division within thirty (30) days of notification of the violation. Upon receipt of a written appeal, the Director of Environmental Health shall designate a hearing official, which official shall schedule an office hearing to attempt to resolve the matter. The matter will be set for hearing not less than seven (7) days and not more than twenty-one (21) days from the date of receipt of a written appeal. Notice of the office hearing shall be sent to the appellant by registered or certified mail. Notice shall be sent to the appellant, the owner if different from the appellant, and anyone else who has requested in writing to receive such notice. If the matter is resolved with a determination that a violation did occur or continues to occur, the cost of the office hearing shall be added to the expenses incurred by the City in abating the nuisance and shall be billed to the owner as part of the Statement of Expense. If the matter is not resolved at the office hearing, the appellant may file a written appeal to the City Council. The written appeal must be filed with the City Clerk within thirty (30) days of receipt of the written decision of the hearing official. The written decision shall advise that the owner has thirty (30) days to bring the subject property into compliance or file a written appeal with the City Council. If the property is not brought into compliance and no appeal to the City Council has been filed within the time specified, the Environmental Health Division shall submit a resolution to be placed on the consent calendar of the City Council approving the Statement of Expense. If the matter is appealed to the City Council and the appeal results in a finding of a violation, the cost of the hearing before the City Council will be added to the cost of abatement and included on the Statement of Expense.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)

9-11-312 - Environmental Health Division Fees and Fines.

Fees for inspections or permits issued pursuant to this Chapter may be set by resolution of the City Council. All fees and fines collected under the provisions of this Chapter shall be paid into the City Treasury, to the credit of Public Health Services.

(Ord. 2024-18, § 1(Exh. A), 2024)