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Earlier editions: 2026-07

Title 17 — Zoning

Rio Vista Municipal Code Ch. 17.36 O-a-R Open Area Resort District

Rio Vista Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Rio Vista

Cite as: Rio Vista Municipal Code Chapter 17.36 · Text as of 2026-10-04

§ 17.36.010. Purpose.

The purpose of this district is to permit the development of the Delta Marina Yacht Harbor Resort.

(Prior code Appendix B § 414(A))

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§ 17.36.020. Uses permitted.

Uses permitted are as follows:

A. Parks, playgrounds and swimming pools;

B. Golf courses and country clubs.

(Prior code Appendix B § 414(B))

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§ 17.36.030. Conditional uses.

Uses permitted, provided the conditions for a use permit as set forth in Section 17.66.070 are fulfilled:

A. Museums art galleries, libraries, public buildings;

B. Public utility substation;

C. Hotels and motels;

D. Commercial uses accessory to permitted uses, such as refreshment stands, restaurants, sports equipment, rental and sale, marinas;

E. Public and semi-public buildings, including but not limited to, fire stations, schools, churches, libraries, hospitals, community and civic centers;

F. Convalescent and other 24 hour care facilities.

(Prior code Appendix B § 414(C); Ord. 589 § 2, 2002)

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§ 17.36.040. Development standards.

A. Minimum building site required: 10,000 square feet.

B. Minimum lot width required: 100 feet.

C. Maximum allowable lot coverage by all structures: 60%.

D. Maximum allowable height: 40 feet.

E. Minimum front yard: 20 feet.

F. Minimum side yard required: 10 feet.

G. Minimum rear yard required: 10 feet.

H. Parking requirements as determined by the planning commission.

(Prior code Appendix B § 414(D))

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§ 17.36.050. Site and architectural approval.

Site and architectural approval is required for all new structures and exterior improvements to existing structures in the O-A-R district.

(Prior code Appendix B § 414(E); Ord. 628 § 1 Exh. C, 2007)

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