San Diego Municipal Code § 159.0401 Walls and Fences

(“General and Supplemental Regulations” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.)

(a) Zones 1, 2, 3 and 4-- Prior to the use or occupancy of any premises containing commercial uses, a solid masonry wall of not less than six feet in height shall be constructed along all portions of the perimeter of said premises that abut residentially zoned land.

(b) Zones 5 and 6--Walls and fences within a required front yard or street side
yard shall not exceed three feet in height above the adjacent sidewalk. Such
walls and fences shall be architecturally compatible with the main buildings
on the premises and shall be constructed of wood, brick, stucco, wrought iron,
natural unpolished stone, poured concrete, slumpstone block, split-faced block
or a combination of these materials. Chain link is expressly prohibited. All
other walls and fences on the premises shall conform to Land Development
Code Chapter 14, Article 2, Division 3 (Fence Regulations).
(“Walls and Fences” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.)

(a) Zones 1, 2, 3 and 4 -- Refer to Section 159.0307(b)(6) (Street Corner Lot Setbacks) for requirements.

(b) Zones 5 and 6 -- Within every premises in Zones 5 and 6 there shall be
established visibility areas adjacent to every street corner intersection,
driveway (on or off the premises) and alley. These triangular areas shall be of
the size, shape and location shown in Appendix F. Within a visibility area, no
portion of any fence, wall or other structure shall exceed three feet in height.
(“Visibility Areas” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.)

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Prior to the use or occupancy of any lot or premises at least one of the following landscaping requirements must be met. Please refer to Appendix B for illustrations of the requirements for this Section.

(a) Zones 1, 2, 3 and 4 -- Option A

Provide a landscaped area equal to 25 percent of the total lot area. The
landscaped area may be provided at the ground level or on upper level
balconies, decks, roofs, with permanently affixed planter boxes or any
combination thereof. A minimum of 40 percent of the landscaped area shall
be vegetated.

(b) Zones 1, 2, 3 and 4 -- Option B

(1) Provide a ground level landscaped area equal to 15 percent of the total
lot area.

(2) For landscaped areas designed as buffers, setbacks or visual
backdrops, 40 percent of the area shall be vegetated with a
combination of groundcover, vines, shrubs, and trees.

(3) For large paved pedestrian spaces such as courtyards or plazas, a
minimum 24-inch box tree or 15- gallon eight-foot tall tree shall be
required for every 200 square feet of paved area.

(4) For narrow pedestrian areas such as malls, where trees may not be
appropriate, 25 percent of the ground plane shall be vegetated with
potted plants, vines, shrubs, or groundcover.

(c) Zone 1 -- Alternate

In Zone 1, the landscaping requirements may be satisfied by sidewalk
improvements consistent with the encroachment permit Section 159.0405, or
an in lieu fee as further described in Section 159.0211(l).

(d) Zone 5 -- Option A

Provide a landscaped area equivalent to 50 percent of the total lot area. The
landscaped area may be located at the ground level or on upper level
balconies, decks, roofs with permanently affixed planter boxes or any
combination thereof provided the landscaped area is visible from the opposite
side of adjacent public rights-of-way (streets). A minimum of 50 percent of
the landscaped area shall be vegetated.

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(e) Zone 5 -- Option B

Provide a landscaped area equivalent to 30 percent of the total lot area at ground level, provided the landscaped area is visible from the opposite side of adjacent public rights-of-way (streets). The 15-foot front yard setback shall be fully landscaped except for driveways and walkways. For landscaped areas designed as buffers, setbacks or visual backdrops, 50 percent of the area shall be vegetated with a combination of groundcover, vines, shrubs, and trees.

(f) Zone 6

All required yards shall be fully landscaped in accordance with City-wide
Landscape Regulations of Land Development Code Chapter 14, Article 2,
Division 4 (Landscape Regulations).

(g) Parking Lots -- Refer to Section 159.0404(g) for requirements.

(h) Landscaping Plans and Maintenance

(1) Prior to the issuance of any building permits, a complete set of
landscaping and irrigation plans shall be submitted to the City
Manager for approval. The landscaping and irrigation plans shall be in
conformance with the requirements of this section and with the
Landscape Guidelines of the Land Development Manual.

(2) All required landscaped areas shall be permanently irrigated and
maintained in accordance with the Landscape Guidelines of the Land
Development Manual.

(3) Paved Surfaces. A minimum of 50 percent of all paved surfaces used
for pedestrian activity shall be composed of a textured material such as
brick, stone, or tile. The required percentage of textured paving may
be combined in a single area such as a courtyard or plaza or integrated
with non-textured paving to form bands or other patterns in harmony
with the intended architectural theme. See also Streetscape
Development Regulations, Section 159.0405 and Appendix D.
(“Landscaping” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.)

(a) Off-street Parking Regulations

Please refer to Appendix B for illustrations of the requirements this Section.

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(1) Every premises used for one or more of the permitted uses listed in
Section 159.0302 shall be provided with permanently maintained,
off-street parking spaces in a parking area or private garage on the
same premises in conformance with Land Development Code Chapter
14, Article 2, Division 5 (Parking Regulations).

(2) Notwithstanding Land Development Code Section 142.0530(b), the
minimum parking requirements apply to outdoor eating and drinking
areas that are not in the public right-of-way.

(3) In Zones 1, 2, 3, and 4, a minimum of 60 percent of the required office
parking shall be designated exclusively for employee use free of
charge. These spaces may not be used by non-employees of the
building or rented to anyone.

(4) In Zones 1, 2, 3, and 4, a minimum of 20 percent of the required
parking for banks and savings and loans shall be designated
exclusively for employee use free of charge. These spaces may not be
used by non-employees of the building or rented to anyone.

(5) In Zone 6, one parking space is required for every 600 square feet of
cultural accessory use. See Appendix E.

(b) Street Frontage Parking Areas

Street frontage parking (parking between a building and the adjacent public
street) shall not be permitted except as follows in Table 159-04A.

Table 159-04A
Street Frontage Parking Areas

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(c) Rehabilitation Parking Requirements

Parking requirement exemptions shall be provided for rehabilitation projects and heritage structure rehabilitation proposals which are consistent with the use and development regulations, or do not involve a change in use as defined in Section 159.0303 of the La Jolla Planned District Ordinance, provided that the existing number of on-site parking spaces is maintained.

(1) If the project rehabilitation involves retail use, the parking requirement
will be limited to providing parking off the alley. One parking space
shall be required per full 10 feet of vacant alley frontage area. If no
alley frontage exists no parking shall be required on-site, provided
however, that the property owner shall sign an agreement, satisfactory
to the City Manager, not to oppose the formation of a future parking or
transit district. The agreement shall not include the property owner's
right to protest the amount levied subsequent to the establishment of
the district or districts. The agreement shall be recorded with the
County Recorder and shall run with the land.

(2) If the project rehabilitation involves a residential use, a minimum of
one space per each new unit added shall be required either on site, as a
part of a joint parking plan or through in lieu fees towards a
community parking district, consistent with Section 159.0211(h) and
(j) of the La Jolla Planned District Ordinance.

(3) If the rehabilitation involves hotel uses, the parking space
requirements may be satisfied by a combination of on-site and off-site
parking or in lieu transit fees, and a joint parking plan, consistent with
Section 159.0211(h),(j) and (k) of the La Jolla Planned District
Ordinance.

(4) If the rehabilitation project involves office uses, the project will be
required to meet the office parking requirements as established by this
Section either on site or through a combination of a joint parking plan,
and/or in lieu fees for parking or transit, consistent with Section
159.0211(h),(j) and (k) of the La Jolla Planned District Ordinance.

(5) For rehabilitation projects tandem parking may be permitted, provided
it does not exceed two full spaces in depth.

(d) Minor Addition Parking Requirements

Parking requirement exemptions shall be provided for minor additions or enlargements (including those made to heritage structures) provided however, that such additions or enlargements do not involve a change in use. Ch. Art. Div. 15 9 4 5

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(1) For retail projects the parking shall be provided off the alley where
one parking space shall be required per full 10 feet of vacant alley
frontage. Where more than one alley exists the parking requirement
shall be based upon the longest alley frontage. If no alley exists no
parking shall be required on-site, provided however, that the property
owner shall agree not to oppose the formation of a future parking
and/or transit district as established by Section 159.0211(j) and (k) of
the La Jolla Planned District Ordinance.

(2) In Zones 1, 2, 3 and 4 for projects including other allowable uses, only
the parking for the addition or enlargement shall be required. If
parking cannot be provided on-site, the requirements may be satisfied
through a combination of a joint parking plan and/or in lieu fees for
parking or transit, consistent with Section 159.0211(h), (j), and (k) of
the La Jolla Planned District Ordinance.

(e) Shared Parking Facilities

Sharing of parking facilities may be approved or denied by the City Manager
in accordance with Process One pursuant to Land Development Code Section
142.0545.

(f) Tandem Parking

Tandem parking shall be permitted under this ordinance for residential uses,
small lot development, minor additions and rehabilitation projects consistent
with Land Development Code Section 142.0555.

(g) Surface Parking Lot Design

Surface parking lots or street level roof parking for underground parking structures, shall not cover more than 10,000 square feet in area. If more than 10,000 square feet is required, the additional parking shall be provided underground. Surface parking areas fronting on a street shall be screened with a landscaped buffer of not less than six feet in width between the public right-of-way (sidewalk) and the parking area. The interior portions of surface parking areas with more than one parallel aisle or 7,000 square feet in area shall be landscaped. Parking lot landscaping shall conform to Land Development Code Chapter 14, Article 2, Division 4 (Landscape Regulations) (see Appendix B).

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(h) Bicycle Facilities

All premises used for one or more of the permitted uses listed in Section
159.0302 of the La Jolla Planned District Ordinance shall be provided with
facilities and permanently maintained bicycle parking spaces (storage lockers
or racks) easily accessible to the public, on the same premises as follows:

(1) Business and professional offices including banks and savings and
loans -- one bicycle space for each 2,500 square feet of gross floor
area. Additionally, any business or professional office containing more
than 7,500 square feet of gross office floor area shall be required to
provide shower facilities.

(2) Restaurants and similar establishments -- one bicycle space for every
20 seats.

(3) Retail establishments -- one bicycle space for each 3,500 square feet of
gross floor area.

(4) For hotels and motels -- one bicycle space for 10 guest units, or
provision of bicycle rental facilities on-site.
(“Parking and Transportation Regulations” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.;
effective 4-26-2007.)

(a) Within all zones no building or portion thereof shall be erected, constructed, converted, established, altered or enlarged, nor shall any such premises be used unless the lot or premises and buildings shall comply with the following requirements and special regulations pertaining to the development and use of the abutting public right-of-way. The above shall apply to all projects.

(b) The following Streetscape and Encroachment Permit Standards shall be the
basis for project review by the City Manager. Final approval for
encroachment permits shall be by the City Engineer based on the City
Manager's recommendations of consistency with the La Jolla Planned District
Ordinance (see Appendix D.).

(c) Driveways and Curb Cuts

Driveways and curb cuts shall be provided in accordance with Land
Development Code Chapter 14, Article 2, Division 5 (Parking Regulations).

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(d) Underground Parking Encroachments

(1) Encroachment into the public right-of-way for underground parking
spaces may be permitted only if a more efficient underground parking
design can be provided without resulting in a major expansion to the
underground parking area.

(2) No encroachments into the public right of way for parking access
ramps (underground and above-ground) parallel to the street shall be
permitted.

(3) Any access from underground parking areas to the street shall give the
pedestrian the right-of-way at all times. Safety design, stop signs and
other signage are required.

(e) Sidewalk Development

(1) Minimum Width

For existing projects all sidewalks shall maintain their present width
and shall also maintain standard sidewalk elevation in relation to the
curb for the entire distance between the curb and property line.

(2) Clear Path

For new construction a minimum clear path (free of obstructions) of 8 feet in width shall be maintained at all points within the sidewalk right-of-way. The clear path may be linear, angled or curved, provided that the configuration will not impede handicapped access. A clear path of greater than 8 feet may be required if necessary to maintain a line of sight essential for traffic or pedestrian safety. Where there are street trees, the clear path shall be measured from the trunk of the tree, provided tree grates conforming to the requirements of Section 159.0405(f)(9) of the La Jolla Planned District Ordinance are installed and maintained at all times.

(3) Surface Treatment (sidewalk paving)

(A) All development proposing sidewalk improvements through an
encroachment permit shall be required to improve the abutting
sidewalk areas in accordance with the provisions listed herein.

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(B) The sidewalk surface (exclusive of permanently landscaped
areas) shall be paved with brick, clay or ceramic tile or
interlocking concrete pavers. Standards for each of these
materials shall be as set forth below. The objective of these
standards is to provide a complementary palette of paving
materials and colors which provide an element of unity and
continuity throughout the district, while encouraging the
development of improved pedestrian sidewalk areas.

(i) Materials

Brick: Bricks shall be standard size 8 inches by 4
inches, and shall be set in mortar.

Tile: Tile shall be square, not to exceed 10 inches on
any side. Minimum tile thickness shall be 0.25 inch for
ceramic or quarry tile, and 0.75 inch for clay tile. Tiles
shall be set in mortar.

Concrete Pavers: Concrete pavers and interlocking
pavers may be of any uniform shape provided each unit
does not exceed 10 inches across its longest dimension.
Pavers shall be set in mortar.

(ii) Surface Textures

All paving materials shall provide an even, slip
resistant surface at least equal to the City standard
broom sweep sidewalk. All grouting shall be placed
flush with the top of the pavers.

(iii) Pavement Patterns

The pavement patterns shall be perpendicular to the
curb and be maintained constant except to define an
entrance or an adjacent public plaza in which case
paving patterns may be integrated with other paving to
form bands or dividers in harmony with architectural
themes. Pavement patterns shall be consistent with the
safety standards required for the handicapped.

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(iv) Colors

The color of paving shall generally be within the red to
orange range (including reddish browns) with muted
(non-bright) tones. Dark brown and other dark tones
and colors, including grey are not appropriate.

(f) Street Trees

(1) Existing street trees shall be preserved to enhance the character of the
street through the continuity of existing street trees.

(2) New street trees shall be of the same species as the existing trees
fronting the site or alternatively of the most prevalent species located
on the same street provided they are listed on the Approved Street
Tree List as shown in Appendix G.

(3) Where neither the species of existing street trees fronting the site or
the most prevalent species located on the same street appears on the
Approved Street Tree List, the City Manager shall designate the
species of trees to be used which, is in keeping with the surrounding
area.

(4) For all portions of La Jolla Boulevard and Pearl Street within the
Planned District, the Jacaranda Mimosifolia is the designated tree.

(5) Unless otherwise stated above, where appropriate, the preservation, planting and maintenance of approved palm trees and approved eucalyptus trees shall be given special consideration in order to maintain the unique subtropical character of La Jolla.

(6) Trees shall be planted in the ground. The minimum size tree shall be a
standard 48-inch box. Trees with a low spreading branch structure
shall typically not be used in the street rights-of-way. Individual
specimens shall be selected, planted, and pruned, if necessary, such
that major scaffold branches are at least 8 feet above the finish surface
or finish grade, as measured at the trunk.

(7) Trees shall be positioned and kept maintained so that any branches
that extend out over dedicated street rights-of way have a minimum of
14 feet 6 inches of clearance above the surface of the street.

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(8) Tree Spacing

Trees may be grouped or planted in a straight line. The placement of
street trees shall be coordinated with the placement of light standards.
Spacing shall be in accordance with the Landscape Standards.

(9) Tree Grates

Tree grates shall meet safety requirements of Title 24 of the State
Building Code. The maximum size of grid opening shall be no larger
than 0.5 inch. All tree grates shall be installed flush with the sidewalk
surface and shall be set a minimum of 2 inches above a gravel base.
The grates shall be factory primed and painted black.

(10) Root Control Barriers

A root control barrier shall be provided for each tree to avoid possible
root damage to sidewalks and other facilities in the public right-of-way
or surrounding buildings.

(11) Street Tree Irrigation

All landscaping in the public right-of-way, shall have a permanently
installed and maintained irrigation system designed by registered
Landscaped Architect, or as approved by the City Engineer and Parks
and Recreation Department as follows:

(A) All street trees shall be irrigated.

(B) Irrigation water shall be metered through the property owner's
meter.

(C) PVC pipe (SCH 40) or better to each tree well shall be in place prior to pouring public sidewalk or paving.

(D) PVC pipe to each tree well shall be laid perpendicular to the
curb and connected to the irrigation system on private property.

(E) Each tree well shall have a minimum of one adjustable
bubbler-type head or approved equal.

(F) All irrigation systems shall have anti-syphon, backflow
prevention and shall be operated by an approved automatic
timer on private property.

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(g) Curbs, Gutters and Handicapped Ramps

The design and surface finish of curbs, gutters, and handicap ramps shall meet
City of San Diego standards.

(h) Utility Covers

(1) For all areas finished in brick, tile or concrete pavers, all concrete
utility covers shall be replaced with metal covers. All covers shall be
painted black.

(2) Large utility covers (exceeding 8 square feet) if not avoidable, shall be
covered with matching brick or tile veneer to match the sidewalk
paving.

(i) Street Furniture

(1) Light Standards

Light standards shall be equivalent to the street lamp shown in
Appendix D.

(2) Benches

(A) Benches located in the sidewalk shall be constructed to one or
more of the following materials:

(i) Wood;

(ii) Wrought iron, cast iron, or formed iron

(B) Placement of benches

(i) Benches shall not encroach into the required 8-foot
sidewalk clear path.

(ii) Benches shall not be located within 5 feet of the center
of the sidewalk.

(iii) A bench located parallel to the sidewalk shall face the
center of the sidewalk.

(iv) If two or more benches are situated perpendicular to the sidewalk, the benches shall be sited to face each other.

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(C) Advertisement on benches located in the public right-of-way
shall be prohibited.

(3) Awnings and Canopies

Awnings and canopies made of plastic, canvas material or any other
material permitted by the La Jolla Planned District and approved by
the City Engineer, and the City Manager may be permitted to encroach
on the street right-of-way to provide shade or sun protection for retail
exhibit areas (see Appendix B).

(j) Sidewalk Cafes

Sidewalk cafes may be permitted throughout the La Jolla Planned District
except in Zone 5, as regulated by Section 151.0401(c) and Land Development
Code Section 141.0621.

(k) Maintenance and Repairs

(1) All encroachment permits shall require adequate maintenance
consistent with City Engineer's standards. Except for those
improvements which are the responsibility of public utilities, private
improvements to the public right-of-way shall be maintained privately
until an alternative maintenance program is available.

(2) All public utility and improvement repairs and maintenance,
undertaken in an improved sidewalk area shall match existing
materials and colors.

(l) In-lieu Streetscape Improvement Fees

In ZONE 1 - Alternate, landscaping requirements may be satisfied by the
contribution of "in lieu fees" for Streetscape improvements as described in
Section 159.0211(k) of the La Jolla Planned District Ordinance.
(“Streetscape Development Regulations/Encroachment Permits” added 3-27-2007
by O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.)

(a) Artificial lighting used to illuminate any premises shall be directed away from adjacent properties. (see Appendix B).

(b) The following effects shall not be permitted to emanate beyond the premises
in which the permitted use is located:

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(1) Air contaminants such as smoke, fumes, odors or other gases.

(2) Loud, unnecessary or unusual noise.

(3) Electrical disturbances which unduly interfere with the normal
operation of equipment, appliances or instruments.

(4) Emissions that endanger human health, cause damage to vegetation or
property or cause soiling.
(“External Effects” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.)

(a) A minimum of 32 square feet of on-site refuse collection area shall be provided on each lot or premises and shall not be located in any front or street side yard. Where an alley exists the refuse collection area shall be located off the alley (see Appendix B).

(b) The refuse collection area shall be screened by a solid wall with a minimum
height of 6 feet. A 6-foot high, solid masonry wall shall be constructed
between any refuse container and any adjoining residentially zoned property.
(“Refuse and Recyclable Materials Storage Regulations” added 3-27-2007 by
O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.)

No mechanical equipment, tank duct, elevator enclosure, cooling tower or mechanical ventilator shall be erected, constructed, maintained or altered anywhere on the premises unless all such equipment and appurtenances are contained within a completely enclosed penthouse or other portion of a building having walls or visual screening with construction and appearance similar to and integrated with the main building architectural design. (“Mechanical and Utility Equipment Screening Regulations” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.)

(a) ZONES 1, 2, 3, 4 -- Every building shall provide an on- site loading area containing a minimum of 600 square feet, which shall not be used for parking (including required back-up space, and/or driveways). Where alley access is available such loading areas shall be adjacent to and accessible only from the alley (see Appendix B).

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(b) On lots of 50 foot frontage or less, no loading area is required, provided
however, that where an alley abuts the lot, the building's loading area shall be
arranged so that all loading activities take place from the alley only.
(“Loading Area Regulations” added 3-27-2007by O-19595 N.S.;
effective 4-26-2007.)

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Article 9: La Jolla Planned District

(“La Jolla Planned District” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.)

Appendix A: Retail Establishment Types

(“Appendix A: Retail Establishment Types” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.)

In Zones 1, 2, 3, and 4 - Only retail establishments engaged in the following business shall be permitted.

1. Antique Shops
   2) Apparel Shops
   3) Art Stores and Art Galleries
   4) Automobile Dealers
   5) Auto Repair Shops
   6) Auto Supply Stores
   7) Bakeries
   8) Barber Shops
   9) Beauty Shops
   10) Bicycle Shops
   11) Book Stores
   12) Boutiques
   13) Car Washes
   14) Camera and Photo Supply Stores
   15) Cocktail Lounges and Similar Establishments
   16) Computer Stores
   17) Copying, Printing and Blueprint Services
   18) Confectionaries (candy stores)
   19) Curtain and Drapery Shops
   20) Delicatessens
   21) Department Stores
   22) Drug Stores
   23) Dry Cleaning, Laundry Establishments and Agencies and Self-service Dry
   Cleaning and Laundry Establishments
   24) Electronic Supply Stores
   25) Eyeglass Dispensing Stores
   26) Florists
   27) Food Stores
   28) Gyms, when equipped for physical fitness activities and athletic training
   programs
   29) Hardware Stores

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30) Hobby Shops
31) Home Furnishings and Accessories Stores
32) Jewelry Stores
33) Liquor Stores
34) Luggage and Leather Goods Stores
35) Marine Supply Stores
36) Music Stores (records and musical instruments)
37) Newsstands
38) Nurseries and Plant Stores
39) Paint and Wallpaper Stores
40) Pet Shops
41) Photographic Studios
42) Picture Framing Stores
43) Radio, Television, Electronics and Home Appliance Sales and Repair Stores
44) Restaurants
45) Rug and Carpet Stores
46) Service Stations
47) Shoe Stores
48) Sporting Good Stores
49) Stamp and Coin Dealers
50) Stationers and Card Shops
51) Studios for Teaching of Art, Dance and Music
52) Tailor and Clothing Alteration Shops
53) Toy Stores
54) Travel Agencies
55) Theaters (indoor only)
56) Variety Stores
57) Veterinarians
58) Video Stores (sales and rental)
59) Yardage and Sewing Stores

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Article 9: La Jolla Planned District
(“La Jolla Planned District” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.)
Appendix B: Property Development Standards
(“Appendix B: Property Development Standards” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.;
effective 4-26-2007.)
MINIMUM YARDS
FRONT YARDS
Zones 1, 2, 3 and 4 - No requirement.
Zones 5 and 6 - A 15-foot minimum front yard is required, measured from the front property
line* to the building.

STREET FRONTAGE SETBACK

All Zones - A minimum 16-foot street front setback, measured from the curb to the building
is required. This is a separate requirement that must be met in addition to the front yard
requirement.

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STREET CORNER LOT SETBACK

Corner lot setback - Zones 1, 2, 3 and 4 require 20 feet or 20 percent whichever is less (Note: 20 percent deviation permitted). Some examples are as follows:

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MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT

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STREET FACADE ENVELOPE

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STREET ENCROACHMENTS

No building or portion thereof shall project over the public right-of-way above ground level
(see Section 159.0307(e)(3)).

STREET OVERHANGS

Within the street facade envelope, no story or floor level or portion thereof, will overhang
any floor level below (see Section 159.0307(e)(2)).

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LANDSCAPING

Landscape area is defined as an area made up of landscape areas such as pedestrian paved areas; man-made sculptural elements such as fountains or sculpture; and vegetated areas containing groundcover, vines, shrubs, trees and/or potted plants. All such areas shall be opened to the sky.

OPTION A:

Combination (Ground and Above Ground) Levels

Zones 1, 2, 3 and 4 - A combination of landscaping at the ground and above ground levels shall be equal to 25 percent of the total lot area.

Zone 5 - A combination of landscaping at the ground and above ground levels shall equal 50 percent of the total lot area, provided it is visible from the opposite side of adjacent public rights-of-way (streets).

Zone 6 - All required yards shall be fully landscaped.

OPTION B:

Ground Floor or Street Level

Zones 1, 2, 3 and 4 - At the ground floor or street level the total area landscaping shall equal 15 percent of the total lot area.

Zone 5 - At the ground floor or street level the total area of landscaping shall equal 30 percent of the total lot area, provided it is visible from the opposite side of adjacent public rights-of-way (streets)

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Alternative: for landscaped areas designed as visual buffers, backdrops or setback areas in
Zone 5, 50% of the landscaped area shall be vegetated with a combination of groundcover,
vines, shrubs and trees.

Alternative: for large paved pedestrian spaces (plazas, courtyards) one 48-inch box tree shall
be provided for every 200 square feet of paved area.

Alternative: for narrow pedestrian areas (malls) where trees may not be appropriate, 40
percent of the ground plane shall be vegetated with potted plants, groundcover, shrubs, and
vines.

Alternative: for landscaped areas designed as visual buffers, backdrops or setback areas in
Zones 1, 2, 3 and 4, 40 percent of the landscaped area shall be vegetated with a combination
of groundcover, vines, shrubs and trees.

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TYPES OF LANDSCAPED AREAS

PLAZA:

Landscaped area readily adjacent to a street.

In order to provide amenities within a project, plazas may be provided, particularly where corner lots allow placement of plazas adjacent to the public right-of-way.

In order for a plaza to be used when calculating required project landscaping, it must be open to the sky at street level and visually and physically accessible from the public right-of-way. Enclosed plazas or gardens may be provided, but cannot be used in calculating requirement.

Plazas should have a focal point such as a grove of trees or a fountain.

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TYPES OF LANDSCAPED AREAS

PATIO OR COURTYARD:

A landscaped area surrounded by a building.

In order to provide pedestrian amenities within a project, patios and courtyards may be
developed, particularly on mid-block lots.

In order for patios and courtyards to be included in calculating required project landscaping,
they must be open to the sky and visually and physically accessible from the public
right-of-way.

Access corridors must be a minimum 10 feet wide and open to the public from no
later than 8:00 a.m. to no earlier than 8:00 p.m., seven days per week. Enclosed
patios and courtyards may be provided, but will not be used in calculating required
project landscaping.

Patios and courtyards should have a focal feature such as a fountain, sculpture,
garden, etc.

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TYPES OF LANDSCAPED AREAS

MALL:

A narrow pedestrian area (minimum of 8 feet wide) linking a street to an alley and bordered on parallel sides by buildings.

In order to provide pedestrian amenities within a project, malls and pedestrian paths may be

developed linking a street and an alley or linking two streets. Mid-block lots are particularly suited to this type of amenity.

Pedestrian malls and paths can provide additional access to alley parking and service areas, all may be shared by two lots or two projects which are developing simultaneously side by side.

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TYPES OF LANDSCAPED MALLS

In order for malls and pedestrian paths to be used in calculating required project landscaping,
they must be open to the sky and visually and physically accessible from the public
right-of-way. Access corridors must be a minimum width of 8 feet and open to the public
from no late than 8:00 a.m. to no earlier than 8:00 p.m., seven days per week. Enclosed
malls and pedestrian paths may be provided, but may not be used in calculating required
project landscaping.

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TYPES OF LANDSCAPED AREAS

BALCONY:

A small above ground landscaped area open to the sky.

In order for balconies to be included in calculating required project landscaping, they must

be visually accessible from a public right-of-way. Balconies not visible from the public right-of-way may be provided, but will not be used in calculating required landscaping.

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TYPES OF LANDSCAPED AREAS

TERRACE:

A landscaped area on the roof of a building.

In order for terraces to be included in calculating required project landscaping, they must be
visually accessible from a public right-of-way. Terraces not visible from the public
right-of-way may be provided, but will not be used in calculating required landscaping.

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OCEAN VIEW - CORRIDORS

Lots in Zone 1A, 5A and 6A shall maintain an open view corridor from the street frontage through to the rear of the property. The view corridor shall be a minimum of ten percent of the total lot width. The corridor shall be maintained open to the sky and free from all visual obstructions.

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BUILDING MATERIALS/COLORS

GLASS

Not more than 40 percent of any exterior building elevation above the first story shall consist of glass or any other material that resembles glass (See Section 159.0308(b)).

COLORS

Light colors which enhances shadows and break up the building volume shall be used on facades (See Section 159.0308(e)).

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OTHER BUILDING DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS

ARTIFICIAL LIGHTING

Artificial lighting used to illuminate any premises shall be directed away from adjacent

properties (See Section 159.0406(a)).

LOADING/REFUSE COLLECTION AREAS

Zones 1, 2, 3 and 4 - Every building shall provide an on-site loading area containing a minimum of 600 square feet (See Section 159.0409). A minimum of 32 square feet of on-site refuse collection area shall be provided on each lot or premises and shall not be located in any front or street side yard (See Section 159.0407).

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PARKING

SMALL LOT AND REHABILITATION PARKING REQUIREMENTS (See Section 159.0404(c)) Alley parking: 1 space per 10 feet of alley frontage.

PARKING LOT DESIGN

Broad headed trees shall be utilized in parking areas.

Parking areas adjacent to the street shall be screened.

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PARKING

PARKING LOT/SIDEWALK VEGETATED STRIP

A minimum of a six-foot-wide vegetated strip shall be required between the sidewalk and surface parking areas; such a vegetated strip may serve as wheel stops for the parking area (See Section 159.0404(g)).

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PARKING

ABOVE GROUND PARKING STRUCTURES
(See Section 159.0211(i)).

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Article 9: La Jolla Planned District

(“La Jolla Planned District” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.) Appendix C: Color Palette (“Appendix C: Color Palette” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.)

EXTERIOR BUILDING FACADE COLOR PALETTE

The purpose of this color palette and color standards is to ensure that new buildings in the La Jolla Planned District area will maintain the traditional color continuity unique to the La Jolla community.

APPLICABLE COLOR DEFINITIONS

Off-White:
A color without hue and tone. A light or comparably light color (off-white).

Natural Wood:
Any wood material that is maintained in its natural color. Wood preservatives are acceptable
and do not constitute a change in color.

Red-Brick Tones:
Any natural brick materials with red or reddish color hues.

Pastel Tones:
Any color having a soft, subdued shade or color value.

Light Earth Tones:
Any or various pigments consisting chiefly of light iron oxides and tending to light brown
hue.

BUILDING COLOR:

The established color palette shall be applicable to the building exterior elevations only,
exclusive of building accents such as window and door frames, building trim, and other
architectural detailing. Building accents may be finished in colors other than those specified
in this Appendix; provided, however that such building accents shall not exceed 10 percent
of any exterior building elevation.

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BUILDING COLOR GUIDE:

To more accurately define the earthtone and pastel colors noted in this Section, the following specific color ranges are given in three color systems.

Under the Hicketheir 1000 International Color System, colors are specified very precisely by a specific numerical system. Further information is available in the book Color Mixing by Numbers by Alfred Hicketheir, Van Nostrant Reinhold Company, New York, available at graphics and art supply stores.

For the convenience of Applicants, equivalent colors are also specified under Ameritone and Frazee color designations because these paints are widely available in the San Diego area.

Equivalent colors by any other manufacturer are also acceptable upon prior approval by the Development Services Director. In addition, colors similar in hue and tone to those designated may be used with the prior approval of the Development Services Director.

The following range of earthtone and pastel colors are acceptable. These numbers are based on 1983 color codes and the numbers may change over time.

Refer to La Jolla Planned District Color Chart in the City Planning Department for acceptable exterior building façade colors.

LIGHT EARTHTONE COLORS Hicketheir 900, 903, 930, 933, 960

Frazee 2141W, 2142W, 2241W, 2242W, 2331W, 2322M, 2376M, 2376W, 2377W, 2436W, 2437W, 2446W, 2447W, 2511W, 2531W, 2691W, 2786W, 2896W, 2891M

Ameritone 1900G, 194H, 2840D, 289E, 290E, 282D, 292F, 282G, 290G, 292H, 277H, 281F, 295E, 2960H, 295D, 269E, 195E, 2960E, 297E, 298E, 198G, 197G, 297H, 291H, 192H, 288F

PASTEL COLORS Hicketheir 003, 030, 300, 060, 600, 603, 303, 330, 333

Frazee 2051W, 2076W, 2077W, 2066W, 2067W, 2111W, 2126W, 2127M, 2136W, 2137W, 2166W, 2167W, 2226W, 2227W, 2251W, 2252W, 2351W, 2352W

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Ameritone 150D, 254E, 250D, 150F, 254F, 250F, 150H, 251F, 285E, 252E, 286F, 282E,
188C, 279C, 2730C, 187D, 178D, 177F, 264E, 178F, 175F, 179G, 170G, 171F, 262E, 168F,
260G

(Amended 7-22-2024 by O-21836 N.S.; effective 10-5-2024.)

[Editors Note: Amendments as adopted by O-21836 N.S. will not apply within the Coastal
Overlay Zone until the California Coastal Commission certifies it as a Local Coastal
Program Amendment.
Click the link to view the Strikeout Ordinance highlighting changes to prior language
http://docs.sandiego.gov/municode_strikeout_ord/O-21836-SO.pdf ]

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Article 9: La Jolla Planned District
(“La Jolla Planned District” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.)
Appendix D: Encroachment Permit Regulations
(“Appendix D: Encroachment Permit Regulations” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.;
effective 4-26-2007.)

1. Lots less than 150 feet with alley access shall not be permitted new driveways or curb
cuts from the street.

2. Lots of 150 feet or greater in width with alley access shall be permitted one driveway
or curb cut from the street.

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3. Driveways and curb cuts on the same lot shall be no closer than 150 feet.
See Section 159.0405(c).

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STREET FURNITURE

LIGHT POLE STANDARD

Complete assembly shall be equal to the specified product manufactured by Western Lighting Standards, 18060 Mt. Washington, Fountain Valley, CA. 92078. (Represented in San Diego by Total Lighting Dimensions, phone 619-425-1080).

This is used as a standard of design construction and quality. Minor variations in construction and dimensions are permissible. Shop drawings must be submitted for prior approval.

BENCHES

Street benches shall be constructed of either wood or iron or a
combination of the two. Design of street benches may be:

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Article 9: La Jolla Planned District

(“La Jolla Planned District” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.) Appendix E: Cultural Uses (Zone 6)

(“Appendix E: Cultural Uses (Zone 6)” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.)

1) Churches, temples and religious facilities of a permanent nature used
primarily for religious purposes.

2) Educational facilities limited to elementary, junior and senior high schools.

3) Private clubs and fraternal organizations.

4) Community centers and meeting halls.

5) Private and public recreational facilities.

6) Museums and exhibit halls.

7) Public and private libraries.

8) Theaters for the performing arts (400 seat maximum capacity).

9) Art galleries (not to exceed 5,000 sq. ft. per premises).

10) Art studios (not to exceed 3,000 sq. ft. per premises).

11) Art dealers.

12) Religious reading rooms and stores.

13) Schools for dance, music and the fine arts.

14) Art restoration studios.

15) Photographic portrait studios.

16) Ateliers (art printers, lithographers, engravers).

17) Civic associations and nonprofit associations.

18) Botanical gardens and arboretums.

19) Day care centers for not more than ten children.

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CULTURAL ACCESSORY USES *
(ZONE 6)

1) Gift shops.

2) Book and music stores.

3) Restaurants, coffee shops and outdoor cafes.

4) Administrative office space.

5) Dormitories, only in conjunction with school development.

6) One caretaker's residential unit per cultural use.

7) Art equipment and supply stores.

*The combined gross floor area of all accessory uses on any premise shall occupy not more than 20 percent of the total gross floor area occupied by the principal permitted use.

No signs, displays or advertising relating to the accessory uses shall be visible from any street.

One parking space is required for every 600 square feet of cultural accessory use.

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Article 9: La Jolla Planned District
(“La Jolla Planned District” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.)
Appendix F
(“Appendix F” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.)

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Article 9: La Jolla Planned District

(“La Jolla Planned District” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.) Appendix G: Approve Street Tree List

(“Appendix F: Approved Street Tree List” added 3-27-2007 by O-19595 N.S.; effective 4-26-2007.)

Botanical Name (Common Name)

PALMS:

Arecastrum romanzoffianum (Queen Palm) Archontophoenix cunninghamiana (King Palm) Washingtonia robusta (Mexican Fan Palm) Brahea edulis (Guadalupe Palm) Howea forsterana (Paradise Palm) Trachycarpus fortunei (Windmill Palm)

EUCALYPTUS:

Eucalyptus robusta (Swamp Mahogany) Eucalyptus nicholi (Nichol's Willow Leaf Peppermint) Eucalyptus torguata (Coral Gum) Eucalyptus polyanthemos (Silver Dollar Gum)

EVERGREEN:

Ceratonia siliqua (Carob) Callistemon viminalis (Weeping Bottlebrush) Podocarpus gracilior (Fern Pine) Magnolia grandiflora (Southern Magnolia) Cupaniopsis anacardioiodes (Carrot Wood) Metrosideros tomentosus (New Zealand Christmas Tree)

DECIDUOUS:

Koelreuteria bipinnata (Chinese Flame Tree) Jacaranda mimosifolia (Jacaranda)*

*Within Zone 4 on La Jolla Boulevard and Pearl Street, the Jacaranda tree is the designated street tree.

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