Sebastopol Municipal Code Ch. 17.225 Temporary Care Unit

A. A temporary care unit may be allowed in any residential district, subject to the standards of the SMC, including applicable height, yard, and setback standards.

B. No additional parking is required for a temporary care unit. (Ord. 1111, 2018)

A. A temporary care unit requires a temporary use permit.

B. One temporary care unit per parcel may be considered for approval by the Planning Director; more than one temporary dwelling unit per parcel shall be considered for approval by the Planning Commission.

C. The term of the temporary use permit may exceed the term provisions identified in Chapters 17.400 and 17.430 SMC. The term for a temporary use permit for a temporary care unit shall be up to one year and shall be allowed six-month extensions as long as there is a continued demonstrated need. (Ord. 1111, 2018)

Temporary care units conforming to these provisions shall only be approved if the following findings can be made in an affirmative manner:

A. The subject property is physically suitable for the type of development proposed;

B. The applicant has demonstrated a need for the temporary care unit;

C. Appropriate utility connections will be provided;

D. Appropriate setbacks will be provided;

E. The proposed development would be compatible with existing and permissible land uses within the district and the general area in which the proposed use is to be located;

F. Approval of the proposed development will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, convenience or general welfare; and

G. Approval of the proposed development is consistent with the General Plan. (Ord. 1111, 2018)