Chapter 21.17 — SITE PLANS — Paso Robles Zoning Code

21.17.020 - Site plan modifications.¶

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Purpose. The site plan modification is established for the purpose of allowing development approaches that are not permitted as a matter of right but which may be considered compatible and appropriate if such uses or features are designed or arranged on a site or in a structure in a particular manner and in accordance with conditions imposed by the review authority, allowing the review authority to make minor deviations from the development standards applicable to a property in order to promote an integrated design approach and quality.

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Allowed Modifications by the Development Review Committee. The development review committee shall be authorized to make modifications to zoning standards as part of site plan review process as outlined in Table 21.17.020-1 (Site Plan Modifications).

Table 21.17.020-1: Site Plan Modifications

Modification Zoning Code Section

Architectural Standards (R-A and R-1).
Modification to architectural standards for primary and accessory structures in single-family residential zoning districts	Subparagraph 21.33.040(D)5.a.
Modification to allow metal roof or siding materials	Subparagraph 21.33.040(D)1.b.4. Paragraph 21.33.040(D)2. Subparagraph 21.33.040(D)5.b.
Detached Accessory Structures.
Modification to standards for small detached accessory structures (120 square feet or smaller) in R-A and R-1 zoning districts	Subparagraph 21.33.040(C)2.b.
Modification to standards for small accessory structures (120 square feet or smaller) in multi- family zoning districts	Subparagraph 21.33.060(C)2.b.
Modification to standards for small canopies and detached patio covers (120 square feet or smaller)	Subparagraph 21.43.030(C)11.b.
Fences.
Modification to allowed fence or wall height in the front yard for residential and office professional uses	Subparagraph 21.44.030(A)1.a.
Modification to allowed fence or wall height in the front yard for commercial or industrial uses (6 feet)	Subparagraph 21.44.030(A)1.b.
Modification to allowed fence height on reverse corner lots	Paragraph 21.44.030(B)2.
Height. Modification to allow minor height projections above height limits including flagpoles and mechanical equipment	Paragraph 21.41.040(A)2. (Table 21.41.040-1)
Hillsides.
Modification to retaining wall height (up to 2 additional vertical feet)	Section 21.81.050
Landscaping standards in hillsides	Section 21.81.050
Landscaping. Modification to landscaping requirements	Subsection 21.45.020(H)
Mechanical Equipment Screening. Modification to mechanical screening requirements.	Subsection 21.47.020(D)
Nonconformities. Additions or alterations to extend nonconforming setback or height	Section 21.76.010(B)
Parking.
Modification to allow tandem spaces	Paragraph 21.48.040(E)1.
Modification to allow for non-permanent parking lot surfacing material for residential uses	Subparagraph 21.48.100(B)3.b.
Modification to slope for single-family residential parking spaces	Subparagraph 21.48.100(D)1.e.
Modification to allow for non-permanent surfacing material for single-family residential driveways	Subparagraph 21.48.110(A)5.b.
Modification to allow for driveway gradient and driveway width requirements	Subsection 21.48.110(B)
Modification to of-street loading requirements	Subsection 21.48.120(C)
Open Space Standards. Modification to open space requirements.	Paragraph 21.33.060(E)3.
Refuse Enclosures. Modification to development standards for refuse and recycling areas	Subsection 21.51.030(C)
Setbacks. Modification to require rear setbacks in R-1 zoning district abutting public school district owned facilities	Subparagraph 21.33.040(A)1.b.
Signs. Modification to configuration and location and sign area height requirements in Uptown Town Center Specific Plan	Subsection 21.52.060(E) (Table 21.52.060-1)

Required Findings. Before a site plan modification approval may be granted, the review authority shall make all of the findings set forth in this subsection, unless otherwise noted, and may impose conditions of approval as necessary to make these findings:

1.

There are no feasible alternatives to the requested modification, such as an incentive or concession allowed through a density bonus (Chapter 21.61), that could provide an equivalent level of benefit to the applicant with less potential detriment to surrounding owners and occupants or to the public.

2.

The modification will not be detrimental to the health, safety, or general welfare of the persons within the vicinity.

3.

The modification results in a superior project (such as more usable open space, more creative design, better interface with neighboring properties and/or public realm, less grading or a less exposed public view of grading, protection of oak trees, provision of deed-restricted affordable housing, etc.)

4.

The characteristics of the project and the degree of potential for the project to negatively impact neighboring properties justify the modification.

5.

The modification does not preclude or prevent adequate fire protection.

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The modification does not impair the sight distance of vehicles on the street or on the driveway of adjacent lots.

7.

The modification complies with any additional findings or conditions for the individual modification.

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Filing of Application. An application for a site plan modification shall comply with Chapter 21.09 (Application Processing and Common Procedures) and shall contain a description of the modification and a justification for the request including specific facts to support the required findings and any additional information or materials necessary for processing and review of the application that may be requested by the review authority to facilitate review of the application.

(Ord. No. 1144 N.S., § 3(Exh. A), 10-1-2024)

Chapter 21.18 - PLOT PLANS

21.18.010 - Plot plan review requirement.

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Zoning Administrator Review of Plot Plans. A plot plan is a ministerial review for compliance of a development project with the applicable standards in the zoning code, relevant specific plan or other planning document, and/or a

previously approved entitlement and is consistent with Chapter 21.15 (Development Review).

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Projects Subject to Plot Plan. The following types of development projects shall be subject to zoning administrator approval of a plot plan:

1.

Single-Family Residential.

a.

Individual single-family residences.

b.

Referrals from the higher review authority for dwellings within the planned development overlay zoning district and/or the special planned development overlay zoning district.

2.

Multi-Family Residential Additions. Room additions, accessory buildings, and exterior alterations that are not visible from public streets and other public vantage points and that do not increase the number of dwelling units on site.

3.

Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional.

a.

Minor additions less than one thousand square feet, accessory buildings, and exterior alterations that are not visible from the public right-of-way and other public vantage points.

b.

Change of copy within existing sign structures, directional signs, and signs implemented as part of an approved sign program that are not visible from a public right-of-way.

c.

Outdoor seating areas for restaurants outside the Uptown/Town Center Specific Plan area.

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Landscaping.

e.

Parking lots.

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Installation of accessory uses/structures such as automatic teller machines, replacement gasoline pumps, trash bin enclosures, electrical transformer boxes, electric charging stations, and freestanding solar collectors (photovoltaic systems).