PACIFICA, CALIFORNIA - MUNICIPAL CODE

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A Codification of the General Ordinances of the City of Pacifica, California

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Beginning with Supp. No. 31, Supplemented by Municode

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PREFACE

The Pacifica, California, Municipal Code, originally published by Book Publishing Company in 1970, has been kept current by regular supplementation by Matthew Bender & Company, Inc., its successor in interest.

Beginning with Supplement No. 31, Municode will be keeping this code current by regular supplementation.

During original codification, the ordinances were compiled, edited and indexed by the editorial staff of Book Publishing Company.

The code is organized by subject matter under an expandable three-factor decimal numbering system which is designed to facilitate supplementation without disturbing the numbering of existing provisions. Each section number designates, in sequence, the numbers of the Title, chapter, and section. Thus, Section 2-12.04 is Section .04, located in Chapter 2-12 of Title 2.

In parentheses following each section is a legislative history identifying the specific sources for the provisions of that section. This legislative history is complemented by an ordinance disposition table, following the text of the code, listing by number all ordinances, their subjects, and where they appear in the codification; and beginning with Supplement No. 31, legislation can be tracked using the "Code Comparative Table and Disposition List."

A subject-matter index, with complete cross-referencing, locates specific code provisions by individual section numbers.

This supplement brings the Code up to date through Ordinance 906-C.S., effective February 11, 2026.

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HOW TO USE YOUR CODE

This code is organized to make the laws of the city as accessible as possible to city officials, city employees and private citizens. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with some of the important elements of this code.

Numbering System.

The numbering system is the backbone of a Code of Ordinances; Municode uses a unique and versatile numbering structure that allows for easy expansion and amendment of this Code. It is based on three or four tiers, beginning with title, then chapter, (in some instances, the article) and ending with section. Each part is represented in the code section number. For example, Section 2-4.02 is Section .02, in Chapter 4 of Title 2. In chapters that contain articles, Section 2-1.201 is Section .01, in Chapter 1, Article 2 of Title 2.

Title. A title is a broad category under which ordinances on a related subject are compiled. This code contains about 15 to 20 titles. For example, the first title is Title 1, General Provisions, which may contain ordinances about the general penalty, code adoption and definitions. The titles in this code are separated by tabbed divider pages for quick reference.

Chapter.

Chapters deal with more specific subjects, and are often derived from one ordinance. All of the chapters on a related subject are grouped in one title.

Section.

Each section of the code contains substantive ordinance material.

Table of Contents.

There are many tables of contents in this code to assist in locating specific information. At the beginning of the code is the main table of contents listing each title. In addition, each title has its own table of contents listing the chapters, articles, and sections, respectively.

Ordinance History Note.

At the end of each code section, you will find an "ordinance history note," which lists the underlying ordinances for that section. The ordinances are listed by number, section (if applicable) and effective date. (Example: (Ord. 272 § 1, eff. January 1, 1992).) Ordinance history notes will be amended with the most recent ordinance added to the end. These history notes can be cross referenced to the "Disposition of Ordinances Table" appearing at the back of the volume preceding the index.

Disposition of Ordinances.

To find a specific ordinance in the code, turn to the Appendix for the Disposition of Ordinances Table. This very useful table tells you the status of every ordinance reviewed for inclusion in the code. The table is organized by ordinance number and provides the disposition of the ordinance. If the ordinance is codified, the section (or sections) will be indicated. (Example: (2-4.104, 6-2.212, 9-5.504).) If the ordinance is of a temporary nature or deals with subjects not normally codified, such as budgets, taxes, annexations or rezones, the disposition will be "(Special)." If the ordinance is for some reason omitted from the code, usually at the direction of the municipality, the disposition will be "(Not codified)." Other dispositions sometimes used are "(Tabled)," "(Pending)," "(Number Not Used)," "(Repealed)" or "(Missing)."

Beginning with Supplement No. 31, this table will be replaced with the "Code Comparative Table and Disposition List."

Code Comparative Table and Disposition List.

Beginning with Supplement No. 31, a Code Comparative Table and Disposition List has been added for use in tracking legislative history. Located in the back of this volume, this table is a chronological listing of each ordinance considered for codification. The Code Comparative Table and Disposition List specifies the ordinance number, adoption date, description of the ordinance and the disposition within the code of each ordinance. By use of the Code Comparative Table and Disposition List, the reader can locate any section of the code as supplemented, and any subsequent ordinance included herein.

Index. If you are not certain where to look for a particular subject in this code, start with the index. This is an alphabetical multi-tier subject index which uses section numbers as the reference, and cross-references where necessary. Look for the main heading of the subject you need, then the appropriate subheadings:

BUSINESS LICENSE

See also BUSINESS TAX Fee 5.04.030 Required when 5.04.010

The index will be updated as necessary when the code text is amended.

Instruction Sheet.

Each supplement to the new code will be accompanied by an Instruction Sheet. The Instruction Sheet will tell the code user the date of the most recent supplement and the last ordinance contained in that supplement. It will then list the pages that must be pulled from the code and the new pages that must be inserted. Following these instructions carefully will assure that the code is kept accurate and current. Removed pages should be kept for future reference.

Page Numbers.

When originally published, the pages of this code were consecutively numbered. As of Supplement No. 31, when new pages are inserted with amendments, the pages will follow a "Point Numbering System". (Example: 32, 32.1, 32.2, 32.2.1, 32.2.2., 33). Backs of pages that are blank (in codes that are printed double-sided) will be left unnumbered but the number will be "reserved" for later use.

Electronic Submission.

In the interests of accuracy and speed, we encourage you to submit your ordinances electronically if at all possible. We can accept most any file format, including Word, WordPerfect or text files. If you have a choice, we prefer Word, any version. You can send files to us as an e-mail attachment, by FTP, on a diskette or CD-ROM. Electronic files enable us not only to get you your code more quickly but also ensure that it is error-free. Our e-mail address is: ords@municode.com.

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Customer Service.

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Ordinance No. 485

An Ordinance of the City of Pacifica, California, Adopting the Pacifica Municipal Code, Together with the Following Secondary Codes Therein Adopted by Reference, To Wit: That Certain Code Entitled "Fire Prevention Code", 1965 Edition, Together with Its Appendices A Through C, Published by the American Insurance Association, Save and Except Such Portions Thereof as Are Deleted, Modified, or Amended by the Provisions of the Pacifica Municipal Code; That Certain Code Entitled "Uniform Building Code", 1967 Edition, Volume I, Including Its Appendices, and Volume Ill, Housing, Published by the International Conference of Building Officials, Save and Except Such Portions Thereof as Are Deleted, Modified, or Amended by the Provisions of the Pacifica Municipal Code; That Certain Code Entitled "Uniform Building Code, Volume II, Uniform Mechanical Code", 1967 Edition, Including Its Appendices, Published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials and the International Conference of Building Officials, Save and Except Such Portions Thereof as Are Deleted, Modified, or Amended by the Provisions of the Pacifica Municipal Code; That Certain Code Entitled "Uniform Plumbing Code", 1967 Edition, Including Its Appendices, Published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, Save and Except Such Portions Thereof as Are Deleted, Modified, or Amended by the Provisions of the Pacifica Municipal Code; and That Certain Code Entitled "Electrical Code of the County of San Mateo, California", 1964 Edition, Save and Except Such Portions Thereof as Are Deleted, Modified, or Amended by the Provisions of the Pacifica Municipal Code; Prescribing Certain Penalties for the Violation of the Provisions Thereof; and Repealing Certain Ordinances as Specified Therein.

The City Council of the City of Pacifica does ordain as follows: