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Title 18 — Zoning›Division IV — SITE DEVELOPMENT

Chapter 18.73 — PUBLIC ART

Patterson Zoning Code · 2026-06 edition · updated 2026-07-25 · Patterson

§ 18.73.010. Purpose and applicability.

The purpose of this chapter is to allow for the construction and/or installation of public art as defined in Chapter 18.96 (Land Use Definitions) and as permitted within a zoning district. Typically administrative use review (AR) or a conditional use permit (CUP) is required prior to installation and the review criteria (Section 18.73.020 ) must be addressed. (Ord. 738 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2013)

§ 18.73.020. Review criteria.

When provided, public art shall meet the following criteria:

  • A. Proposed artwork(s) shall not hinder public safety, including hazards to pedestrians and the creation of attractive nuisances.

  • B. Public artwork locations shall be well-integrated with the layout and hardscape elements of the site and shall maintain visibility and proximity to the viewing public. Artwork shall be located in high activity areas.

  • C. Public art shall be compatible with and enhance the aesthetic value of the building(s) or site.

  • D. Potential obstructions, such as landscape materials at maturity or future construction should be considered in artwork placement.

  • E. Artwork shall be located nearby seating and/or viewing areas, as appropriate, from which the artwork can be easily viewed.

  • (Ord. 738 § 1 (Exh. A) (part), 2013)

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Patterson Zoning Code
  1. ▸ Title 18 — Zoning
    Overview
    1. Division I — ADMINISTRATION
    2. Division II — PROCEDURES
    3. Division III — ZONING DISTRICTS
    4. ▸ Division IV — SITE DEVELOPMENT
      Overview
      1. Chapter 18.60 — GENERAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
      2. Chapter 18.62 — ACCESSORY STRUCTURES
      3. Chapter 18.63 — CHILD CARE PROVISIONS
      4. Chapter 18.64 — HOME OCCUPATIONS
      5. Chapter 18.66 — SECOND UNITS
      6. Chapter 18.68 — LIVE/WORK UNITS
      7. Chapter 18.70 — FENCES, WALLS, AND SCREENING
      8. Chapter 18.72 — OUTDOOR SALES, STORAGE AND SEATING
      9. Chapter 18.73 — PUBLIC ART
      10. Chapter 18.74 — INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT
      11. Chapter 18.76 — PARKING AND LOADING
      12. Chapter 18.78 — LANDSCAPING
      13. Chapter 18.80 — LIGHTING
      14. Chapter 18.82 — SIGNS
      15. Chapter 18.84 — WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS
      16. Chapter 18.86 — INCLUSIONARY HOUSING
      17. Chapter 18.88 — DENSITY BONUS AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING INCENTIVES
      18. Chapter 18.89 — REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
      19. Chapter 18.90 — TEMPORARY USES
      20. Chapter 18.92 — DRUG OR ALCOHOL ABUSE TREATMENT FACILITIES
      21. Chapter 18.94 — NONCONFORMING USES AND STRUCTURES
      22. Chapter 18.95 — BIG BOX STORES, DISCOUNT CLUBS, AND DISCOUNT S…
    5. Division V — DEFINITIONS

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