§ 19.590

No use shall be permitted that emits radioactivity in dangerous amounts. The use, handling, storage, and transportation of radioactive materials shall comply with the provisions of the California Radiation Control Regulations (California Administrative Code, Title 17).

(Ord. 7331 §95, 2016; Ord. 6966 §1, 2007)

No use shall be permitted where electric or electromagnetic interference results and adversely affects the operation of any equipment other than that belonging to the creator of such interference, or that does not conform to the regulations of the Federal Communications Commission.

(Ord. 7331 §95, 2016; Ord. 6966 §1, 2007)

A.

Lighting for safety purposes shall be provided at entryways, along walkways, between buildings, and within parking areas.

B.

Except for stadium and playing field lighting, lighting support structures shall not exceed the maximum permitted building height of the zone where such lights are located. Furthermore, the height of any lighting shall be the minimum required to accomplish the purpose of the light. Freestanding pole lights shall not exceed a maximum height of 14 feet within 50 feet of a residentially zoned property or residential use.

C.

The candle-power of all lights shall be the minimum required to accomplish the purpose of the light.

D.

Flickering, flashing or strobe lights shall not be permitted. All lights shall be constant and shall not change intensity or color more often than once every 30 minutes.

E.

Aircraft search lights normally used to draw attention to a business from off-site are prohibited.

F.

Lighting where required for parking lots shall be provided at a level no less than one foot candle throughout the lot and access areas, and such lighting shall be certified as to its coverage, intensity and adherence to Section 19.590.070 (Light and Glare) and Chapter 19.556 (Lighting) by a qualified lighting engineer.

G.

All lights shall be directed, oriented, and shielded to prevent light from shining onto adjacent properties, onto public rights-of-way, and into driveway areas in a manner that would obstruct drivers' vision.

H.

Lighting for advertising signs shall not cause light or glare on surrounding properties.

I.

Lighting shall not be directed skyward or in a manner that interferes with the safe operation of aircraft.

(Ord. 7331 §95, 2016; Ord. 6966 §1, 2007)

19.590.080 - Odor.

A.

This section establishes regulations intended to prevent the exposure of persons to offensive odors. Odors from gases or other odorous matter shall not be of such intensity beyond the lot line of the use so as to be offensive to a reasonable person of normal sensitivity.

B.

Any process that creates or emits any odors, dust, smoke, gases, or other odorous matter shall comply with applicable standards set by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD).

(Ord. 7331 §95, 2016; Ord. 6966 §1, 2007)

A.

These regulations aim to prohibit unnecessary, excessive and annoying noises from all sources, as certain noise levels are detrimental to the health and welfare of individuals. The standards apply to all land uses in all zones unless otherwise specified in the Zoning Code or other applicable law. In addition to the requirements of this chapter, any use or activity within the City shall comply with the noise regulations of Title 7 (Noise Control) of the Riverside Municipal Code.

B.

No person shall create nor allow the creation of noise that causes the noise level when measured on any property to exceed the noise standards set forth in Title 7 (Noise Control) of the Riverside Municipal Code.

C.

Utilization of compressors or other equipment, including but not limited to vents, ducts, and conduits, but excluding window or wall-mounted air-conditioners, that are located outside of the exterior walls of any building, shall be enclosed within a permanent, noncombustible, view-obscuring enclosure to ensure that the equipment will not emit noise in excess of the American National Standards Institute specifications for sound level meter ANSI S1.4-1971 or the latest approved revision thereof.

(Ord. 7331 §95, 2016; Ord. 6966 §1, 2007)

Heat from any source shall not be produced beyond the lot lines of the use so as to be offensive to a reasonable person of normal sensitivity.

(Ord. 7331 §95, 2016; Ord. 6966 §1, 2007)

19.590.110 - Retail storefront window transparency.

A.

Intent. These regulations aim to enhance retail storefront design and encourage safe, attractive and dynamic commercial areas.

B.

At least 75 percent of the window surface area shall be transparent.

1.

Fully opaque treatments or coverings including any allowable window signs, exceeding 25 percent of the window surface area are prohibited.

C.

Window signs shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 19.620.

D.

Exceptions.

Exterior windows in areas for storage or mechanical and/or utility equipment shall not be subject to the provisions of this section.

Window frosting may exceed 25 percent of the window area.

3.

Vacant storefronts with no business occupying the tenant space may temporarily apply opaque coverings to the complete window area until the tenant space is occupied.

(Ord. 7717, § 1, 2025)

Chapter 19.620 - GENERAL SIGN PROVISIONS

19.620.010 - Authority.

This chapter is adopted pursuant to the authority vested in the City of Riverside and the State of California, including but not limited to: the State Constitution Article XI, Section 5, California Government Code Sections 65000 et seq., 38774, 38775, 65850(b), California Business and Professions Code Section 5230, and Penal Code 556.

(Ord. 7331 §96, 2016; Ord. 7300 §2, 2015; Ord. 6966 §1, 2007)