Earlier editions: 2026-09
Sebastopol Municipal Code Ch. 17.32 Os – Open Space District
Sebastopol Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-05 · Sebastopol
Cite as: Sebastopol Municipal Code Chapter 17.32 · Text as of 2026-10-05
17.32.010 Purpose – Applicability.¶
The purpose of the OS Open Space District is to implement the “Open Space” land use category of the General Plan and the General Plan goal of preserving the rural-agricultural setting of Sebastopol. This district applies to areas of land which are essentially unimproved and devoted to the preservation of natural resources, agriculture, outdoor recreation, and for the maintenance of public health and safety. (Ord. 1111, 2018)
17.32.020 Allowed uses.¶
A. Permitted uses are limited to passive recreational areas, community parks which focus on environmental education (i.e., wildlife viewing parks, rain garden parks, etc.), and habitat and/or wildlife conservation, including environmental restoration and walkways.
B. All other uses require a conditional use permit. (Ord. 1111, 2018)
17.32.030 Development standards.¶
Table 17.32-1 identifies development standards in the OS District.
Table 17.32-1. Development Standards in the OS District
| Development Standard | OS |
|---|---|
| Minimum lot area | - |
| Minimum lot width | - |
| Maximum building height | One story , not to exceed 17 ft. (1) |
| Minimum building setbacks | Minimum building setbacks |
| Front yard and secondary front yard | 20 ft. (1) |
| Side yard | 10 ft. (1) |
| Rear yard | 20 ft. (1) |
| Maximum floor area ratio | 0.10 |
| ft. = feet - = not applicable (1) Unless otherwise approved by the highest reviewing authority, which shall ensure that the requirement is appropriate for the context. |
(Ord. 1129 Exh. A § 5, 2019; Ord. 1111, 2018)
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