Earlier editions: 2026-07
Title 30 — Zoning—Inland›Division II.1 — Zone Regulations; Part 1: Base Zones
Santa Barbara Municipal Code Ch. 30.30 Manufacturing Zones
Santa Barbara Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Santa Barbara
Cite as: Santa Barbara Municipal Code Chapter 30.30 · Text as of 2026-10-04
§ 30.30.010. Purpose.¶
The specific purposes of the Manufacturing Zones are to:
A. Designate adequate land for manufacturing, research and development, and flexible commercial uses to strengthen the City's economic base and provide a range of employment opportunities for the City and region.
B. Provide areas for a wide range of manufacturing, industrial processing, and service commercial uses and protect areas where such uses now exist.
C. Implement and provide appropriate regulations for General Plan classifications of Commercial Industrial/Medium High Residential and Industrial.
Additional purposes of each Manufacturing Zone follow.
M-C Manufacturing Commercial. The M-C Zone is intended to accommodate a wide range of limited industrial, residential, retail service, office, and research and development uses.
M-I Manufacturing Industrial. The M-I Zone is intended to provide area for a diverse range of industrial uses, including manufacturing and processing, research and development, fabrication, equipment and service yards, and wholesaling. Retail, office, and other nonresidential uses may be allowed as accessory uses to industrial uses.
(Ord. 6217, 4/21/2026)
§ 30.30.020. Land Use Regulations.¶
Table 30.30.020 prescribes the land use regulations for Manufacturing Zones.
Use classifications are defined in Chapter 30.295, Use Classifications. In cases where a specific land use or activity is not defined, the Director shall assign the land use or activity to a classification that is substantially similar in character. Use classifications and subclassifications not listed in the table, or not found to be substantially similar to the uses below, are prohibited.
The table also notes additional land use regulations that apply to various uses. Numbers in parentheses refer to specific limitations listed at the end of the table. Section numbers in the right hand column refer to other sections of this Title.
TABLE 30.30.020: LAND USE REGULATIONS–MANUFACTURING ZONES
| "A" Allowed Use "PSP" Performance Standard Permit Required "CUP" Conditional Use Permit Required | "A" Allowed Use "PSP" Performance Standard Permit Required "CUP" Conditional Use Permit Required | "A" Allowed Use "PSP" Performance Standard Permit Required "CUP" Conditional Use Permit Required | "—" Use Not Allowed "(#)" Specific Limitations at the end of the table | "—" Use Not Allowed "(#)" Specific Limitations at the end of the table |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Use Classification | Use Classification | M-C | M-I | Additional Regulations |
| Residential Uses | Residential Uses | Residential Uses | Residential Uses | Residential Uses |
| Residential Housing Types | Residential Housing Types | Residential Housing Types | Residential Housing Types | Residential Housing Types |
| Single-Unit Residential | Single-Unit Residential | A | — | |
| Two-Unit Residential | Two-Unit Residential | A | — | |
| Multi-Unit Residential | Multi-Unit Residential | A | — | |
| Special Residential Unit Types | Special Residential Unit Types | Special Residential Unit Types | Special Residential Unit Types | Special Residential Unit Types |
| Accessory Dwelling Unit | Accessory Dwelling Unit | A | — | § 30.185.040 , Accessory Dwelling Units |
| Caretaker Unit | Caretaker Unit | A | A(1) | § 30.185.120 , Caretaker Unit |
| Community Care Facilities, Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly, and Hospices | ||||
| 6 or fewer individuals | 6 or fewer individuals | A | — | § 30.185.140 , Community Care Facilities, Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly, and Hospices |
| 7 to 15 individuals | 7 to 15 individuals | A | — | |
| 16 or more individuals | 16 or more individuals | PSP | — | |
| Family Day Care Home | Family Day Care Home | A | — | § 30.185.230 , Large and Small Family Day Care Homes |
| Group Residential | Group Residential | PSP | — | § 30.185.190 , Group Residential |
| Home Occupation | Home Occupation | A | — | § 30.185.200 , Home Occupation |
| Live-Work Unit | Live-Work Unit | Allowed subject to the highest permit level required for any individual use or component of the project | — | § 30.185.240 , Live-Work Units |
| Mobilehome Park | Mobilehome Park | CUP(2) | — | § 30.185.280 , Mobilehome and Permanent Recreational Vehicle Parks |
| Supportive Housing | Supportive Housing | § 30.185.430 , Transitional and Supportive Housing | § 30.185.430 , Transitional and Supportive Housing | § 30.185.430 , Transitional and Supportive Housing |
| Transitional Housing | Transitional Housing | § 30.185.430 , Transitional and Supportive Housing | § 30.185.430 , Transitional and Supportive Housing | § 30.185.430 , Transitional and Supportive Housing |
| Public and Semi-Public Uses (3) | Public and Semi-Public Uses (3) | Public and Semi-Public Uses (3) | Public and Semi-Public Uses (3) | Public and Semi-Public Uses (3) |
| Cemetery | Cemetery | A | — | |
| College and Trade School | College and Trade School | A | A(4) | |
| Community Assembly | Community Assembly | A | — | |
| Community Garden | Community Garden | A | A | § 30.185.130 , Community and Market Gardens |
| Cultural Institution | Cultural Institution | A | — | |
| Day Care Center | Day Care Center | A | — | § 30.185.150 , Day Care Centers |
| Emergency Shelter | Emergency Shelter | A | CUP | § 30.185.170 , Emergency Shelter |
| Hospitals and Clinics | Hospitals and Clinics | Hospitals and Clinics | Hospitals and Clinics | Hospitals and Clinics |
| Hospital | Hospital | CUP | — | |
| Clinic | Clinic | A | — | |
| Birth Center | Birth Center | A | — | |
| Instructional Services | Instructional Services | A | — | |
| Park and Recreation Facility | Park and Recreation Facility | CUP | — | § 30.185.350 , Recreation Facilities |
| Public Facility | Public Facility | A | A | |
| Recreational Vehicle and Camping Parks, Overnight | Recreational Vehicle and Camping Parks, Overnight | CUP(2) | — | § 30.185.320 , Overnight Recreational Vehicle and Camping Parks |
| Recreational Vehicle Parks, Permanent | Recreational Vehicle Parks, Permanent | CUP(2) | — | § 30.185.280 , Mobilehome and Permanent Recreational Vehicle Parks |
| Schools | Schools | A | — | |
| Skilled Nursing Facility | Skilled Nursing Facility | A | — | |
| Social Service Facilities | Social Service Facilities | CUP(5) | CUP(5) | |
| Commercial Uses | Commercial Uses | Commercial Uses | Commercial Uses | Commercial Uses |
| Adult Entertainment Facilities | Adult Entertainment Facilities | A | A | § 30.185.060 , Adult Entertainment Facilities |
| Agriculture | Agriculture | A(15) | A(15) | § 30.185.070 , Agriculture |
| Animal Care, Sales and Services | Animal Care, Sales and Services | |||
| Animal Daycare | Animal Daycare | A(6) | A | |
| Animal Shelter and Boarding | Animal Shelter and Boarding | A(7) | A | |
| Grooming and Pet Stores | Grooming and Pet Stores | A(6) | A | |
| Veterinary Services | Veterinary Services | A(6) | A | |
| Artist Studio | Artist Studio | A | A | |
| Automated Teller Machine | Automated Teller Machine | A | A | § 30.185.080 , Automated Teller Machines |
| Automobile/ |
Automobile/ |
Automobile/ |
Automobile/ |
Automobile/ |
| Automobile/ Vehicle Rentals | Automobile/ Vehicle Rentals | A | A | |
| Automobile/ Vehicle Sales and Leasing | Automobile/ Vehicle Sales and Leasing | A(8) | A(8) | |
| Car Washing Facilities | Car Washing Facilities | PSP | PSP | § 30.185.090 , Automobile/ |
| Fueling Station | Fueling Station | PSP | A | § 30.185.090 , Automobile/ |
| Service and Repair, Minor | Service and Repair, Minor | A | A | |
| Banks and Financial Institutions | Banks and Financial Institutions | A | — | |
| Business Services | Business Services | A | — | |
| Cannabis Storefront-Retailer | Cannabis Storefront-Retailer | — | A(13) | Ch. 9.44 Commercial Cannabis Businesses |
| Commercial Entertainment and Recreation | Commercial Entertainment and Recreation | Commercial Entertainment and Recreation | Commercial Entertainment and Recreation | Commercial Entertainment and Recreation |
| Cinema/ Theater | Cinema/ Theater | A | — | |
| Large-scale | Large-scale | CUP | — | § 30.185.350 , Recreation Facilities |
| Small-scale | Small-scale | A | — | |
| Eating and Drinking Establishments | Eating and Drinking Establishments | A | A(9) | |
| Food Preparation | Food Preparation | A | A(10) | § 30.185.380 , Seafood Odor Control |
| Funeral Parlors and Interment Services | Funeral Parlors and Interment Services | A | A | |
| Hotels and Similar Uses | Hotels and Similar Uses | A | — | § 30.185.220 , Hotels and Similar Uses |
| Maintenance and Repair Services | Maintenance and Repair Services | A | A | |
| Market Garden | Market Garden | A | A | § 30.185.130 , Community and Market Gardens |
| Medical Cannabis Dispensaries | Medical Cannabis Dispensaries | — | — | Nonconforming Use. Formerly codified as § 30.185.250 , Medical Cannabis Dispensaries |
| Nurseries and Garden Centers | Nurseries and Garden Centers | A | A | |
| Offices | Offices | |||
| Business and Professional | Business and Professional | A | A(9) | |
| Medical and Dental | Medical and Dental | A | — | |
| Outdoor Sales and Display | Outdoor Sales and Display | A | A | § 30.185.300 , Outdoor Sales and Display |
| Outdoor Seating | Outdoor Seating | A | A | |
| Parking, Public or Private | Parking, Public or Private | A | A | |
| Personal Services | Personal Services | A | — | |
| Retail Sales | Retail Sales | |||
| Food and Beverage Retail Sales | Food and Beverage Retail Sales | A | A(9) | |
| General Retail | General Retail | A | A(9) | |
| Neighborhood Market | Neighborhood Market | — | — | § 30.185.370 , Retail Sales, Neighborhood Market |
| Industrial Uses | Industrial Uses | Industrial Uses | Industrial Uses | Industrial Uses |
| Automobile and Vehicle Repair, Major | Automobile and Vehicle Repair, Major | A | A | |
| Building Materials and Services | Building Materials and Services | A | A | |
| Commercial Cannabis Business | Commercial Cannabis Business | — | A(13) | |
| Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Sales and Rental | Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Sales and Rental | A | A | |
| Construction and Materials Yard | Construction and Materials Yard | A | A | |
| Custom Manufacturing | Custom Manufacturing | A | A(10) | |
| Food and Beverage Manufacturing | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | Food and Beverage Manufacturing |
| Limited/ |
Limited/ |
A(11) | A/PSP (12) | § 30.185.380 , Seafood Odor Control |
| General/ |
General/ |
— | A/PSP (12) | § 30.185.380 , Seafood Odor Control |
| Hazardous Waste Management Facility | Hazardous Waste Management Facility | CUP | CUP | Ch. 30.55 , Hazardous Waste Management Facility (HWMF) Overlay Zone |
| Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility | Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility | A | A | |
| Industry, General | Industry, General | — | A | |
| Industry, Limited | Industry, Limited | A | A | |
| Recycling Collection Facility | Recycling Collection Facility | A | A | |
| Research and Development | Research and Development | A | A | |
| Salvage and Wrecking | Salvage and Wrecking | CUP | CUP | |
| Towing and Impound | Towing and Impound | A | A | |
| Warehousing and Storage | Warehousing and Storage | |||
| Indoor Warehousing and Storage | Indoor Warehousing and Storage | A | A | |
| Outdoor Storage | Outdoor Storage | — | A | § 30.185.310 , Outdoor Storage |
| Personal Storage | Personal Storage | A | A | |
| Wholesaling and Distribution | Wholesaling and Distribution | — | A | |
| Transportation, Communication, and Utilities Uses | ||||
| Freight/ |
Freight/ |
— | A | |
| Light Fleet Based Services | Light Fleet Based Services | A | A | |
| Telecommunications Facilities | Telecommunications Facilities | § 30.185.410 , Telecommunications Facilities | § 30.185.410 , Telecommunications Facilities | § 30.185.410 , Telecommunications Facilities |
| Transportation Passenger Terminals | Transportation Passenger Terminals | A | A | |
| Public Works and Utilities | Public Works and Utilities | § 30.185.340 , Public Works and Utilities | § 30.185.340 , Public Works and Utilities | § 30.185.340 , Public Works and Utilities |
| Other Applicable Types | Other Applicable Types | Other Applicable Types | Other Applicable Types | Other Applicable Types |
| Accessory Uses and Buildings | Accessory Uses and Buildings | A/PSP | A/PSP | § 30.185.030 , Accessory Uses, and § 30.140.020 , Accessory Buildings |
| Alcoholic Beverage Retail Establishments | Alcoholic Beverage Retail Establishments | CUP(14) | CUP(14) | § 30.185.075 , Alcoholic Beverage Retail Establishments |
| Animal Keeping | Animal Keeping | A | A | § 30.185.210 , Horse Keeping and SBMC 6.08, Care and Keeping of Animals |
| Cannabis Cultivation, Personal | Cannabis Cultivation, Personal | § 30.185.110 , Cannabis Cultivation for Personal Use | § 30.185.110 , Cannabis Cultivation for Personal Use | § 30.185.110 , Cannabis Cultivation for Personal Use |
| Mixed-Use Development | Mixed-Use Development | Mixed-Use Development is allowed subject to the regulations of the specific uses and applicable zone and permit requirements for any individual use or component of the project | Mixed-Use Development is allowed subject to the regulations of the specific uses and applicable zone and permit requirements for any individual use or component of the project | Mixed-Use Development is allowed subject to the regulations of the specific uses and applicable zone and permit requirements for any individual use or component of the project |
| Mobilehome | Mobilehome | § 30.185.270 , Mobilehomes, Recreational Vehicles, and Modular Units, Individual Use; and § 30.185.420 Temporary Uses | § 30.185.270 , Mobilehomes, Recreational Vehicles, and Modular Units, Individual Use; and § 30.185.420 Temporary Uses | § 30.185.270 , Mobilehomes, Recreational Vehicles, and Modular Units, Individual Use; and § 30.185.420 Temporary Uses |
| Nonconforming Use | Nonconforming Use | Ch. 30.165 , Nonconforming Uses, Site Development, and Uses | Ch. 30.165 , Nonconforming Uses, Site Development, and Uses | Ch. 30.165 , Nonconforming Uses, Site Development, and Uses |
| Solar Energy Systems | Solar Energy Systems | § 30.140.090 , Encroachments, and § 30.185.400 , Solar Energy Systems | § 30.140.090 , Encroachments, and § 30.185.400 , Solar Energy Systems | § 30.140.090 , Encroachments, and § 30.185.400 , Solar Energy Systems |
| Temporary Use | Temporary Use | § 30.185.420 , Temporary Uses | § 30.185.420 , Temporary Uses | § 30.185.420 , Temporary Uses |
| Specific Limitations | Specific Limitations | Specific Limitations | Specific Limitations | Specific Limitations |
| 1. | Limited to a Caretaker Unit of no more than 400 square feet of net floor area. | Limited to a Caretaker Unit of no more than 400 square feet of net floor area. | Limited to a Caretaker Unit of no more than 400 square feet of net floor area. | Limited to a Caretaker Unit of no more than 400 square feet of net floor area. |
| 2. | Not allowed in a Historic or Landmark District. Allowed within a High Fire Hazard Area if designed to meet high fire construction standards adopted or enforced by the City, as determined by the Chief Building Official or the Fire Code Official. | Not allowed in a Historic or Landmark District. Allowed within a High Fire Hazard Area if designed to meet high fire construction standards adopted or enforced by the City, as determined by the Chief Building Official or the Fire Code Official. | Not allowed in a Historic or Landmark District. Allowed within a High Fire Hazard Area if designed to meet high fire construction standards adopted or enforced by the City, as determined by the Chief Building Official or the Fire Code Official. | Not allowed in a Historic or Landmark District. Allowed within a High Fire Hazard Area if designed to meet high fire construction standards adopted or enforced by the City, as determined by the Chief Building Official or the Fire Code Official. |
| 3. | Other public or semi-public facilities not specifically allowed may be allowed in any zone pursuant to Conditional Use Permit approval. | Other public or semi-public facilities not specifically allowed may be allowed in any zone pursuant to Conditional Use Permit approval. | Other public or semi-public facilities not specifically allowed may be allowed in any zone pursuant to Conditional Use Permit approval. | Other public or semi-public facilities not specifically allowed may be allowed in any zone pursuant to Conditional Use Permit approval. |
| 4. | Limited to industrial-related trade schools. | Limited to industrial-related trade schools. | Limited to industrial-related trade schools. | Limited to industrial-related trade schools. |
| 5. | Must be located a minimum 300 feet from any other social service facility or emergency shelter. | Must be located a minimum 300 feet from any other social service facility or emergency shelter. | Must be located a minimum 300 feet from any other social service facility or emergency shelter. | Must be located a minimum 300 feet from any other social service facility or emergency shelter. |
| 6. | Outdoor activities may occur between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Activities at all other times shall be conducted within an enclosed building. | Outdoor activities may occur between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Activities at all other times shall be conducted within an enclosed building. | Outdoor activities may occur between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Activities at all other times shall be conducted within an enclosed building. | Outdoor activities may occur between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Activities at all other times shall be conducted within an enclosed building. |
| 7. | Limited to the boarding of cats and other household pets, excluding dogs. Outdoor activities may occur between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Activities at all other times shall be conducted within an enclosed building. Breeding is not allowed. | Limited to the boarding of cats and other household pets, excluding dogs. Outdoor activities may occur between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Activities at all other times shall be conducted within an enclosed building. Breeding is not allowed. | Limited to the boarding of cats and other household pets, excluding dogs. Outdoor activities may occur between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Activities at all other times shall be conducted within an enclosed building. Breeding is not allowed. | Limited to the boarding of cats and other household pets, excluding dogs. Outdoor activities may occur between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Activities at all other times shall be conducted within an enclosed building. Breeding is not allowed. |
| 8. | Limited to sales of used automobiles. New or used motorcycles or mopeds are allowed. | Limited to sales of used automobiles. New or used motorcycles or mopeds are allowed. | Limited to sales of used automobiles. New or used motorcycles or mopeds are allowed. | Limited to sales of used automobiles. New or used motorcycles or mopeds are allowed. |
| 9. | Only allowed as an accessory use pursuant to § 30.185.030 , Accessory Uses. | Only allowed as an accessory use pursuant to § 30.185.030 , Accessory Uses. | Only allowed as an accessory use pursuant to § 30.185.030 , Accessory Uses. | Only allowed as an accessory use pursuant to § 30.185.030 , Accessory Uses. |
| 10. | Retail sales only allowed as an accessory use. See § 30.185.030 , Accessory Uses. | Retail sales only allowed as an accessory use. See § 30.185.030 , Accessory Uses. | Retail sales only allowed as an accessory use. See § 30.185.030 , Accessory Uses. | Retail sales only allowed as an accessory use. See § 30.185.030 , Accessory Uses. |
| 11. | Seafood processing is not allowed. | Seafood processing is not allowed. | Seafood processing is not allowed. | Seafood processing is not allowed. |
| 12. | Seafood processing is only allowed with a PSP. | Seafood processing is only allowed with a PSP. | Seafood processing is only allowed with a PSP. | Seafood processing is only allowed with a PSP. |
| 13. | Commercial Cannabis Businesses, as defined in Section 30.295.050.C., require a commercial cannabis business permit pursuant to Chapter 9.44 . | Commercial Cannabis Businesses, as defined in Section 30.295.050.C., require a commercial cannabis business permit pursuant to Chapter 9.44 . | Commercial Cannabis Businesses, as defined in Section 30.295.050.C., require a commercial cannabis business permit pursuant to Chapter 9.44 . | Commercial Cannabis Businesses, as defined in Section 30.295.050.C., require a commercial cannabis business permit pursuant to Chapter 9.44 . |
| 14. | Limited to uses allowed in the zone. | Limited to uses allowed in the zone. | Limited to uses allowed in the zone. | Limited to uses allowed in the zone. |
| 15. | Agriculture limited to accessory uses only. | Agriculture limited to accessory uses only. | Agriculture limited to accessory uses only. | Agriculture limited to accessory uses only. |
(Ord. 5815, 2017; Ord. 5834, 2018; Ord. 6027 § 3, 2021; Ord. 6217, 4/21/2026)
§ 30.30.030. Development Standards.¶
Table 30.30.030 prescribes the development standards for Manufacturing Zones. Section numbers refer to other sections of this Title. Additional regulations that apply throughout the City are located in Division III, Citywide Regulations.
TABLE 30.30.030: DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS—MANUFACTURING ZONES
| Zone | M-C | M-I |
|---|---|---|
| Lot Size and Street Frontage | Lot Size and Street Frontage | Lot Size and Street Frontage |
| Minimum Net Lot Area for Newly Created Lots (sq. ft.) | None; except 3,500 sq. ft. of net lot area is required for lots that include residential uses | None; except 3,500 sq. ft. of net lot area is required for lots that include residential uses |
| Minimum Public Street Frontage (ft.) | None, See § 30.140.180 , Street Frontage and Access; and § 30.140.120 , Location of Lot Lines | None, See § 30.140.180 , Street Frontage and Access; and § 30.140.120 , Location of Lot Lines |
| Maximum Base Residential Density | Maximum Base Residential Density | Maximum Base Residential Density |
| Less than 5,000 sq. ft. Net Lot Area | 1 unit | One Caretaker Unit See § 30.185.120 , Caretaker Unit |
| 5,000 to 6,999 sq. ft. Net Lot Area | 2 units | One Caretaker Unit See § 30.185.120 , Caretaker Unit |
| 7,000 and more sq. ft. Net Lot Area | 3 units, or 1 unit/3,500 sq. ft. of net lot area, whichever is greater | One Caretaker Unit See § 30.185.120 , Caretaker Unit |
| Additional Residential Density Allowances | ||
| All lots, in compliance with the applicable section | See § 30.185.040 , Accessory Dwelling Units See Ch. 30.150 , Average Unit-Size Density Incentive Program See Ch. 30.145 , Affordable Housing and Density Bonus Incentives | None applicable |
| Structure Form and Location | Structure Form and Location | Structure Form and Location |
| Minimum Residential Unit Size | See § 30.140.150 , Residential Unit | See § 30.140.150 , Residential Unit |
| Maximum Height (ft.) | 45; 60 for Community Benefit Project or Community Benefit Housing Project (§ 30.140.100B) | 45; 60 for Community Benefit Project or Community Benefit Housing Project (§ 30.140.100B) |
| Additional Height Limitations Adjacent to all Residential Zones | Height is further limited in accordance with § 30.140.170 , Solar Access Height Limitations | Height is further limited in accordance with § 30.140.170 , Solar Access Height Limitations |
| Minimum Setbacks and Stepbacks (ft.), Residential Structures | See Ch. 30.185 , Standards for Specific Uses and Activities See Ch. 30.165 , Nonconforming Structures, Site Development, and Uses See also § 30.140.090 , Encroachments See Ch. 30.150 , Average Unit-Size Density Incentive Program | See Ch. 30.185 , Standards for Specific Uses and Activities See Ch. 30.165 , Nonconforming Structures, Site Development, and Uses See also § 30.140.090 , Encroachments See Ch. 30.150 , Average Unit-Size Density Incentive Program |
| Front Setback | 10; Portions of structures over 25 ft. in height: +10 | 10; Portions of structures over 25 ft. in height: +10 |
| Interior Setback | 6; Portions of structures over 25 ft. in height: +4 | 6; Portions of structures over 25 ft. in height: +4 |
| Minimum Setbacks (ft.), Nonresidential Structures | See Ch. 30.185 , Standards for Specific Uses and Activities See Ch. 30.165 , Nonconforming Structures, Site Development, and Uses See also § 30.140.090 , Encroachments | See Ch. 30.185 , Standards for Specific Uses and Activities See Ch. 30.165 , Nonconforming Structures, Site Development, and Uses See also § 30.140.090 , Encroachments |
| Front | 0 | 0 |
| Interior, Adjacent to Nonresidential Zone | 0 | 0 |
| Interior, Adjacent to Residential Zone | 15; Portions of structures over 25 ft. in height: +5 | 15; Portions of structures over 25 ft. in height: +5 |
| Minimum Setbacks and Stepbacks, Mixed-Use | Residential portions follow residential setbacks; nonresidential and mixed-use portions follow nonresidential setbacks | Residential portions follow residential setbacks; nonresidential and mixed-use portions follow nonresidential setbacks |
| Minimum Setbacks (ft.), Parking | See § 30.175.060 , Location of Required Automobile and Bicycle Parking | See § 30.175.060 , Location of Required Automobile and Bicycle Parking |
| Front, Street-Facing | 20 | 20 |
| Front, Non-Street-Facing — Nonresidential Use | 0 | 0 |
| Front, Non-Street-Facing — Residential Use | 10 | 10 |
| Interior, Covered — Nonresidential Use | 0 | 0 |
| Interior, Covered, 4 or Fewer Spaces — Residential Use | 3 | 3 |
| Interior, Covered, 5 or More Spaces — Residential Use | 6; 3 feet on the lot line opposite the primary front lot line. If the lot has two or more front lot lines, only one opposite lot line may qualify for the reduced setback | 6; 3 feet on the lot line opposite the primary front lot line. If the lot has two or more front lot lines, only one opposite lot line may qualify for the reduced setback |
| Interior, Covered, Lots < 55 ft. — Residential Use | May be reduced to 3 feet if: • The lot is less than 55 feet wide at the location of the covered parking structure, • The parking opening does not face a street or alley, and • The interior depth of the covered parking structure does not exceed 20 feet | May be reduced to 3 feet if: • The lot is less than 55 feet wide at the location of the covered parking structure, • The parking opening does not face a street or alley, and • The interior depth of the covered parking structure does not exceed 20 feet |
| Interior, Uncovered | 3-foot-wide landscape buffer along the interior property line | 3-foot-wide landscape buffer along the interior property line |
| Open Yard and Landscape | Open Yard and Landscape | Open Yard and Landscape |
| Open Yards | Any lot developed with residential use shall provide open yard pursuant to § 30.140.140 , Open Yards See Ch. 30.150 , Average Unit-Size Density Incentive Program | Any lot developed with residential use shall provide open yard pursuant to § 30.140.140 , Open Yards See Ch. 30.150 , Average Unit-Size Density Incentive Program |
| Landscape | Any lot developed with residential uses must provide landscape areas pursuant to § 30.140.118 , Landscape | Any lot developed with residential uses must provide landscape areas pursuant to § 30.140.118 , Landscape |
(Ord. 6129, 12/5/2023; Ord. 6217, 4/21/2026)
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