§ 26-16

This article contains provisions to supplement the basic development standards for zones found in articles 26-6 through 26-14.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-16-020. - Density.

A.

Maximum Allowed. In zones where residential uses are allowed, the maximum number of primary dwelling units per acre is specified in the parcel-specific general plan land use map or zoning database, whichever is more restrictive.

B.

Exempt Units. Accessory dwelling units, junior accessory dwelling units, farm family housing, farmworker housing, and agricultural employee housing, where allowed, are exempt from the maximum density standard.

C.

Affordable Housing. Maximum allowed density may be increased in accordance with Article 89 (affordable housing program requirements and incentives).

(Ord. No. 6532, § III(Exh. A), 10-7-2025; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-16-030. - Lot size.

A.

Williamson Act Lands. Subdivision of any Williamson Act contracted lands shall not result in any new parcel less than ten (10) acres in size for type 1 preserves or forty (40) acres in size for type 2 preserves, or the established minimum lot size, whichever is more restrictive. (general plan policy AR-8c)

B.

Clustered Development.

1.

In all zones:

a.

Clustered development is not allowed on land subject to a Williamson Act contract.

b.

When lot sizes are reduced to allow for clustered development, a protective easement shall be applied to the remaining large parcels which indicates that density has been transferred to the clustered area.

In the RRD zone, the minimum lot size in a clustered development is one and one-half (1.5) acres. There is no minimum lot size for clustered development in other zones where clustered development is allowed.

3.

LEA zone (general plan policy AR-3b):

a.

In considering subdivision of lands within "Land Extensive Agriculture" areas except those lands under Williamson Act contract, one-half (frax;1;2;) or three (3) of the permitted residential lots (whichever is greater), may be clustered.

b.

These clustered parcels may be as small as one and one-half (1½) acres but no larger than ten (10) acres. No future subdivision of these small parcels shall be permitted.

c.

All other parcels created in this category shall have a minimum lot size at least as large as the maximum density specified by the land use map or policy AR-8c, whichever is more restrictive.

d.

Lands subject to a Williamson Act contract are restricted from incompatible development under the county's rules for administration of agricultural preserves, as amended from time to time.

4.

DA zone (general plan policy AR-3c, AR-3e, AR-4a):

a.

Where clustered subdivision is permitted, separate clusters on one (1) site from those on another site unless it is clearly demonstrated that the resulting lots will not create the appearance of, or conflicts associated with, residential intrusion.

b.

Any subdivision which proposes to cluster parcels of ten (10) acres or less shall locate those lots around existing residences on the parcel being subdivided. The intent of this policy is to minimize the impact of residential parcels on adjacent agricultural operations.

c.

Where clustered subdivision is permitted, to the extent allowed by law, place an agricultural easement in perpetuity on the residual farming parcel(s) at the time that the subdivision occurs. The easement shall be conveyed to the county or other appropriate non-profit organizations.

d.

The primary use of any parcel shall be agricultural production and related processing, support services, and visitor serving uses. Residential uses in these areas shall recognize that the primary use of the land may create traffic and agricultural nuisance situations, such as flies, noise, odors, and spraying of chemicals.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-16-040. - Increased allowed height.

A.

Allowed with Design Review. In the agricultural and resource-based and residential zones, the maximum allowed building height may be increased with design review approval in accordance with Article 82.

B.

Allowed with Use Permit. In the commercial, industrial, PC, and PF zones, the maximum allowed building height may be increased with a use permit. A building with increased allowed height may not exceed the maximum allowed building intensity in the applicable zone.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-16-050. - Lot coverage exceptions.

A.

Increased Lot Coverage for Farm Operations. In the agriculture and resources zones and the AR zone, the planning director may allow increased maximum lot coverage for commercial greenhouses, large animal operations, and buildings required for the farm operation to meet water quality or other environmental protection regulations.

B.

Residential Greenhouses and Swimming Pools. The planning director may waive the maximum lot coverage standard for:

1.

Greenhouses in the RR zone; and

2.

Swimming pools in the RR, R1, and PC zones.

C.

Increased Lot Coverage in Commercial, Industrial and PC Zones. In the commercial and industrial zones and the PC zone, the maximum allowed lot coverage may be increased with a use permit provided the development does not exceed the maximum allowed building intensity in the applicable zone.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-16-060. - Setbacks.

A.

Street Centerline Setbacks. Minimum street centerline setbacks are measured from the centerline of the abutting public road, street or highway, except as may be otherwise indicated on the district maps.

B.

Farm Animal Accessory Structures. Table 20-1 shows minimum setbacks for in the LIA, LEA, DA, RRD, AR, RR zones for watering troughs, feed troughs, accessory buildings used for the housing or maintenance of farm animals and accessory buildings and runs used for the housing or maintenance of kennel animals.

Table 20-1: Setbacks for Animal Structures in the LIA, LEA, DA, RRD, AR, RR Zones

C.

Garages and Carports.

1.

Minimum Setback. A garage or carport opening facing the street in the LIA, LEA, DA, RRD, PF, K or any residential zone must be setback at least twenty feet (20') from a front or exterior side property line, except as allowed by paragraph (2) below.

2.

Allowed Adjustments. The following adjustments to the minimum setback standard in paragraph (1) above are allowed in the LIA, LEA, DA, RRD, AR, RR, R1 zones.

a.

If twenty-five percent (25%) or more of the lots on a block or portion of a block in the same zoning district have been improved with garages or carports, the required setback may be reduced to a depth equal to the average front setback of these garages or carports. In no case may the front setback be reduced to less than ten feet (10'). The director may require a use permit if the reduction may result in a traffic hazard.

b.

If a residence is elevated to meet flood requirements, the space underneath the building may be utilized for a garage or carport if it will meet building codes, even if the minimum setback cannot be met, subject to administrative design review approval.

D.

Building Projections. Table 20-2 shows building features which may project into minimum setbacks in the LIA, LEA, DA, RRD, AR, RR, R1, PF, CR zones.

Table 20-2: Allowed Setback Projections in the LIA, LEA, DA, RRD, AR, RR, R1, PF Zones

Uncovered porches, fire escapes or landing places

6 ft 3 ft. 6 ft. None

E.

Average Front Setbacks. The following front setback adjustment is available in the LIA, LEA, DA, RRD, AR, RR, R1, PF, CR, and K zones.

1.

If twenty-five percent (25%) or more of the lots on a block or portion of a block in the same zoning district have been improved with buildings, the required front yard may be reduced to a depth equal to the average of the front yards of the improved lots.

2.

In all zones except for PF, CR and K, the front setback may not be reduced to less than ten feet (10').

3.

In all zones except CR and K, the director may require a use permit if the reduction may result in a traffic hazard.

F.

Accessory Buildings. The following standards apply to accessory buildings in the agricultural and resource-based zones and the AR, RR, R1, and PF, CR zones:

Accessory buildings may be constructed within the required setbacks in the rear half of the lot.

2.

Accessory buildings may not occupy more than thirty percent (30%) of the width of any rear setback area.

3.

Accessory buildings may not be located closer than ten feet (10') from the main buildings on adjacent lots. In CR, this setback shall also apply to the main buildings on the same lot as the accessory building.

G.

Swimming Pools. The following standards apply to swimming pools in the agricultural and resource-based zones and the AR, RR, R1, and CR zones:

1.

Swimming pool walls shall be setback a minimum of three feet (3') from:

a.

The rear and side property lines; and

b.

The main building on the same lot.

2.

Conventional pool accessory equipment (pump, filters, etc.) are exempt from minimum setback requirements.

H.

Agricultural Buffers. An agricultural buffer may be required for any nonagricultural land use that adjoins land zoned AR or designated as agricultural land in the general plan. See Section 26-88-040(f).

I.

Additional Setback Provisions. See also 26-88-040 (general yard regulations and exceptions).

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-16-070. - Parking.

A.

General. Off-street parking shall be provided as required by Article 86 (parking requirements) and this section.

B.

Waived Covered Parking for Single-Family Dwellings.

In the RRD, AR, and R1 zones, the covered parking requirement for single-family dwellings may be waived with design review approval.

2.

In the CR, PC, and K zones, the covered parking requirement for single-family dwellings may be waived with design review approval where the lot size, shape or location allows for parking will be visually screened from adjacent lots and from the common roadways serving the property.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-16-080. - Accessory buildings on vacant parcels.

A.

Accessory Buildings on Vacant Parcels. The following requirements apply in the LIA, LEA, DA, RRD, AR, RR, and PC zones:

Accessory buildings may be constructed on vacant parcels of two (2) acres or more in advance of a primary permitted use. Excludes accessory dwelling units.

On vacant parcels less than two (2) acres, accessory buildings may only be constructed if less than one hundred twenty (120) square feet or as incidental to an existing agricultural use.

(Ord. No. 6403, 3-7-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Article 18. - Agriculture and Resource-Based Use Standards.[[8]]

Footnotes:

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Editor's note— Ord. No. 6335, § II, adopted February 9, 2021, repealed the former Art. 18, and § III(Exh. A) of the same ord. enacted a new article as set out herein. The former Art. 18 pertained to RR Rural Residential District. See Ordinance List and Disposition Table for a detailed history of derivation.

Sec. 26-18-010. - Purpose of article.

This article provides standards for specific agriculture and resource-based land uses in all zones.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-020. - Agricultural crop production and cultivation. A.

Definition. The commercial growing and harvesting of agricultural crops.

Includes:

a.

Growing and harvesting shrubs, plants, flowers, trees, vines, fruits, vegetables, hay, grain and similar food and fiber crops.

b.

The preparation of soil for the raising of agricultural crops.

c.

Incidental cleaning, storage, packing, and similar preparation of crops grown on site, at the time of harvest or shortly thereafter.

2. Excludes: a. Cannabis cultivation. b. Agricultural support services. c.

Visitor-serving uses.

d.

Processing of agricultural crops where the crop is changed from its natural state to a different form (see "agricultural processing").

e.

The growing and harvesting of crops in greenhouses or similar structures (see "indoor crop cultivation").

B.

Standards.

1.

Crop production must comply with applicable provisions of Article 65 (RC riparian corridor combining zone) and Chapter 36 (vineyard and orchard development ordinance); which may require a use permit.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-030. - Agricultural employee housing.

A.

Definition. Housing accommodations for a person employed in the operation of an agricultural enterprise, consistent with the terms of California Health and Safety Code Section 17008. Accommodations must consist of any living quarters, dwelling, boardinghouse, tent, bunkhouse, maintenance-of-way car, mobile home, manufactured home, recreational vehicle, travel trailer, or other housing accommodation, maintained in one (1) or more buildings or one (1) or more sites.

Includes: Agricultural caretaker dwelling, seasonal agricultural employee housing, temporary camp, and permanent agricultural employee housing.

Excludes: farmworker housing, farm family dwellings.

B.

Permits.

1.

Agricultural employee housing shall obtain all applicable construction permits, including, but not limited to, a building, well, septic, and/or sewer permit, from the Department.

2.

Agricultural employee housing shall obtain a permit to operate from the California housing and community development department's employee housing program. 3.

Agricultural employee housing may be developed as directed in California Health and Safety Code Section 17021.8 subject to the standards and requirements of the statute.

C.

Requirements for All Agricultural Employee Housing.

1.

Agricultural employee housing shall comply, where applicable, with all of the following:

a.

California Health and Safety Code Section 17000 through 17062.5, also known as the Employee Housing Act.

b.

California Health and Safety Code Section 18200 et seq., also known as the California Mobilehome Parks Act.

c.

California Health and Safety Code Section 18860 et seq., also known as the California Special Occupancy Parks Act. d.

State and local building, fire, and sanitation codes, including but not limited to the provision of adequate wastewater disposal capacity, water supply, and access.

Agricultural employee housing may be developed and/or maintained for the purpose of providing permanent, seasonal or temporary housing for employees.

Agricultural employee housing may be allowed, but is not required, to be:

a.

Developed or provided by the agricultural employer(s); and/or

b.

Located on the same property where the qualifying agricultural work is being performed.

4.

Agricultural employee housing is limited to a maximum of thirty-six (36) beds in group quarters, occupied exclusively by agricultural employees, or twelve (12) residential units or spaces, occupied exclusively by agricultural employees and their households if the housing does not consist of any group quarters. This limit shall apply per parcel.

5.

Agricultural employee housing must comply with the development standards of the underlying zoning district or an applicable combining district, except as otherwise provided in this section.

6.

Within thirty (30) days after obtaining a permit to operate from the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for the agricultural employee housing, and annually thereafter, the applicant shall submit a completed verification form to the Director describing:

a.

The agricultural employee housing, including the number of units, spaces or beds.

b.

The number and employment status of the residents of the agricultural employee housing, and any other employment information regarding the residents required by the Director.

c.

Proof that the HCD permit for the agricultural employee housing is current and valid.

D.

Additional Standards for Temporary Camp Agricultural Employee Housing.

1.

Temporary camp means agricultural employee housing that is not operated on the same site annually and which is established for one (1) operation and is then removed.

2.

No more than one (1) camp per property.

3.

Temporary camps are permitted to operate for a maximum duration of ninety (90) days per year.

4.

Accommodations used for temporary camps must be immediately removed from the site when they are no longer occupied by agricultural employees or after ninety (90) days of operation, whichever comes first.

5.

The property owner shall place on file with the department an affidavit that the vehicle and/or travel trailers will only be used to house persons employed on the premises for agricultural purposes.

E.

Additional Standards for Seasonal Agricultural Employee Housing.

Seasonal agricultural employee housing means agricultural employee housing that is used by employees for one hundred eighty (180) days or less in a year.

2.

Seasonal Agricultural Employee housing shall be located on parcels of one and one-half (1.5) acres or more.

3.

Seasonal Agricultural Employee housing shall be located on parcels having direct access to a publicly maintained road. If a private road is to provide such access, the applicant shall file with the planning department a written agreement signed by all of the property owners entitled to use such road acknowledging and agreeing to the road's use as access for the seasonal worker housing.

4.

Seasonal agricultural employee housing shall be set back a minimum of fifty-five feet (55') from the center line of any roadway, sixty feet (60') from any other property line, forty feet (40') from any other structure, and forty feet (40') from watering troughs, feed troughs and accessory buildings. Seasonal agricultural employee housing and support structures shall also be set back seventy-five feet (75') from barns, pens or similar quarters of livestock or poultry.

5.

Seasonal agricultural employee housing shall have off-street parking provided at a ratio of one (1) space per four (4) persons housed. The parking does not need to be covered or paved but may not be located within any scenic corridor setback. Parking areas shall be screened from public view by buildings, fences, landscaping or terrain features.

6.

Seasonal agricultural employee housing having accommodations for at least six (6) workers may have a one (1) agricultural caretaker unit per parcel as permitted by Section 26-18-030F.

7.

Prior to the issuance of a building permit for seasonal agricultural employee housing, the applicant shall place on file with the planning department an affidavit that the housing will be used to house persons employed for agricultural purposes. Further, a covenant shall be recorded, in a form satisfactory to county counsel, acknowledging and agreeing that park and traffic mitigation fees for the housing shall be waived unless and until the housing units are no longer used to house persons employed for agricultural purposes and further acknowledging and agreeing that in the event the housing units are converted to some other use, the park and traffic mitigation fees existent at the time of conversion shall be immediately due and payable and the housing units shall be either removed or, if the new use is otherwise permitted, brought into compliance with the provisions of this code and state laws in effect at the time of conversion.

F.

Additional Standards for Agricultural Caretaker Dwelling.

1.

Agricultural caretaker dwelling means a permanent dwelling unit occupied year-round by an agricultural employee that serves as a caretaker for seasonal agricultural employee housing on a parcel without a primary residence. The agricultural caretaker dwelling is additional to other agricultural employee housing allowances.

2.

One (1) agricultural caretaker dwelling is permitted per parcel in combination with seasonal agricultural employee housing for at least six (6) workers provided that:

a.

the property meets the threshold criteria for a full-time farmworker dwelling unit in Section 26-24-120; and

b.

there are no other permanent residences on the property.

G.

Additional Standards for Permanent Agricultural Employee Housing.

1.

Permanent agricultural employee housing means housing that is used by agricultural employees for more than one hundred eighty (180) days in a year.

2.

Permanent agricultural employee housing shall be located on parcels of ten (10) or more acres. Notwithstanding the above, permanent agricultural employee housing may be located on a parcel five (5) acres or less pursuant to Government Code Section 51230.2, when such worker housing otherwise meets the provisions of this subsection and the standards of the underlying zoning district. Such parcels shall be owned or leased by the applicant, unless the parcel is being subdivided pursuant to Government Code Section 51230.2 in which case it shall be owned by a public entity, or by a qualified non-profit agency.

Permanent agricultural employee housing shall be located on parcels having direct access to a publicly maintained road. If a private road is to provide such access, the applicant shall file with the planning department a written agreement signed by all of the property owners entitled to use such road acknowledging and agreeing to the road's use as access for the permanent agricultural employee housing.

4.

Permanent agricultural employee housing and support structures shall be set back a minimum of fifty-five feet (55') from the centerline of any roadway, sixty feet (60') from any other property line, forty feet (40') from any other structure, and forty feet (40') from watering troughs, feed troughs, and accessory buildings. Permanent agricultural employee housing and support structures shall also be set back seventy-five feet (75') from barns, pens or similar quarters of livestock or poultry.

5.

Permanent agricultural employee housing shall have off-street parking provided at the ratio of one (1) space per four (4) persons housed. The parking does not need to be covered, but may not be located within a scenic corridor setback. Parking areas shall be screened from public view by buildings, fences, landscaping or terrain features.

6.

Prior to the issuance of a building permit for permanent agricultural employee housing, the applicant shall place on file with the planning department an affidavit that the permanent agricultural employee housing will be used to house persons employed for agricultural purposes. Further a covenant shall be recorded, in a form satisfactory to county counsel, acknowledging and agreeing that park and traffic mitigation fees for the permanent agricultural employee housing shall be waived unless and until the housing units are no longer used to house persons employed for agricultural purposes and further acknowledging and agreeing that in the event the housing units are converted to some other use the park and traffic mitigation fees existent at the time of conversion shall be immediately due and payable and the housing units shall be either removed or, if the new use is otherwise permitted, brought into compliance with the provisions of this code and state laws in effect at the time of conversion.

(Ord. No. 6532, § III(Exh. A), 10-7-2025; Ord. No. 6404, § IV, 3-14-2023; Ord. No. 6403, 3-7-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-040. - Agricultural processing, small scale.

A.

Definition. An agricultural processing operation that meets the performance standards in Section 26-88-210 (small-scale agricultural processing facility).

Excludes: Production of alcoholic or Cannabis products, animal slaughter and/or meat cutting and packing, cottage food operations.

B.

Permits. Zoning Permit required.

C.

Standards. See Section 26-88-210 (small-scale agricultural processing facility).

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-050. - Agricultural support services.

A.

Definition. A commercial service that provides services purchased by farmers and agricultural enterprises. Includes farm product processing services, custom farming services, agricultural waste handling and disposal services, veterinary clinics, farm machinery and equipment maintenance and repair; irrigation, and vineyard management services.

B.

Standards.

1.

Permitted Use. Agricultural support services involving no more than one (1) employee and occupying no more than one-half (½) acre of land are allowed without a use permit.

2.

Conditional Use. Agricultural Support Services may occupy an area:

a.

LIA zone: Agricultural support services with more than one (1) and a maximum of three (3) employees or occupying more than one-half (½) acre of land.

b.

LEA, DA, and AS zones: two (2) or more employees allowed with a use permit.

LIA, LEA, DA Criteria. Agricultural support services in the LIA, LEA, and DA zones are subject at minimum to the criteria of general plan policies AR-5e and AR-5f. Such services may include incidental sales of products related to the support service use but shall not include additional walk-in, over-the-counter retail sales.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-060. - Animal keeping: Beekeeping.

A.

Definition. A private or commercial activity where beehives are kept on a property.

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-070. - Animal keeping: Confined farm animals.

A.

Definition. The raising, feeding, maintaining and breeding of farm animals where animals are continuously confined in enclosed pens or similar structures, the majority of animal feed is provided by facility management rather than grazing, and animal wastes are concentrated on site.

Includes: Dairies, hog farms, veal production, and chicken and turkey ranches, and similar livestock where animals are continuously confined.

Excludes: Horses, goats, sheep, and similar farm animals.

B.

Permits.

Zoning Permit: facilities five hundred feet (500') or more from a nonagricultural land use category.

Use Permit: facilities within five hundred feet (500') of a nonagricultural land use category.

C.

Standards.

Minimum parcel area: two (2) acres.

Prior to zoning permit approval, the Sonoma County Health Services Department and the North Coast Regional Water Quality Control Board must approve a confined animal management plan for the use.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-080. - Animal keeping: Farm animals.

A.

Definition. The raising, feeding, maintaining and breeding of farm animals which are not continuously confined.

Excludes: Confined farm animal facilities, the keeping of household pets and wild or exotic animals.

B.

Standards.

Maximum Number of Animals.

a.

Animal limits apply only to parcels:

(1)

2 acres or less in the LIA, LEA, DA, RRD, AR, and PCRR zones; and

(2)

5 acres or less in the RR zone

b.

When animal limits apply, not more than one (1) of the following animal uses in Table 18-1 is permitted per twenty thousand (20,000) square feet of land area.

Table 18-1:Maximum Number of Farm Animals per twenty thousand (20,000) square feet of land area

c.

LIA, LEA, DA, RRD and AR zones: The above limitations may be modified by the Director upon submittal of a proposal statement which describes the extent of the domestic farming use and which is signed by the owners of all property within three hundred feet (300') of the subject property. If the project exceeds the limitations in Table 18-1 , the director may require the applicant to obtain a use permit if the director determines that the project might be detrimental to surrounding uses.

d.

LIA, LEA, DA, RRD, AR, RR, and PCRR zones: 4-H and FFA animal husbandry projects are exempt from the limitations in Table 18-1 if the project is on a parcel twenty thousand (20,000) square feet or more and the project advisor submits a letter of project authorization to the department. However if the project exceeds the limitations in Table 18-1 , the director may require a use permit for the project upon determining that the project may be detrimental to surrounding uses.

e.

RR zone: On a lot 5 acres or more, the number of animals may exceed Table 18-1 with a use permit.

f.

RRD and AR zones: Temporary or seasonal sales and promotion of livestock raised on the site is allowed.

Hens in R1 Zone.

a.

In the R1 zone, raising, feeding, and maintaining of up to six (6) hens is allowed. Hens must have access to chicken coop and contained within a secure enclosure which prevents animal trespass.

b.

The coop and pen shall be located in the rear yard of the property and maintained in a sanitary condition.

(Ord. No. 6403, 3-7-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-090. - Animal keeping: Livestock feed yards.

A.

Definition. Corrals or holding areas for the primary purpose of holding or feeding animals for market and not incidental to a farm or ranch.

1.

Includes: Specialized and intensive commercial animal facilities such as animal sales yards, stockyards, and cattle feedlots where most feed is imported or purchased.

Excludes: Slaughterhouses, rendering plants.

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-100. - Animal keeping: Pet fancier.

A.

Definition. A facility, licensed by the Sonoma County Public Health Department, on which five (5) to ten (10) dogs and/or five (5) to ten (10) cats over four (4) months of age are owned and kept by the owner or occupant for personal, noncommercial purposes.

1.

Includes: Keeping of animals for hunting, tracking, exhibiting at shows, exhibitions, field trials and other competitions, enhancing or perpetuating a given breed.

2.

Excludes: Dogs or cats used in conjunction with an agricultural operation on the site.

B.

Standards.

1.

Minimum lot size: one (1) acre.

2.

May not sell, display, offer for sale, barter, or give away more than four (4) litters of puppies and/or four (4) litters of kittens in any calendar year.

Requires a pet fancier license from the division of animal regulation which must be renewed annually.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-18-110. - Aquaculture.

A.

Definition. The raising of fish, frogs, or other aquatic animal species for commercial purposes.

B.

Standards.

1.

Prohibited on prime soils.

Shall not adversely affect biotic resources.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-120. - Composting, commercial.

A.

Definition. A commercial facility that produces compost from the onsite and/or offsite organic material fraction of the waste stream in compliance with California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 7.

Excludes: Non-commercial composting.

B.

Standards.

LEA, DA, and RRD zones: Commercial composting is subject to general plan policy AR-4a.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-130. - Composting, non-commercial.

A.

Definition. Composting that is an incidental part of an agricultural operation and relies primarily upon onsite material to amend soils onsite or on adjacent parcels owned or operated by the same property owner.

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-140. - Farm retail sales.

A.

Definition. A retail facility for year-round sales of agricultural products grown or raised on the site or other properties owned or leased by the farm operator, and pre-packaged goods processed from onsite agricultural production.

Includes: Dairy and meat products that require refrigeration.

Excludes: Tasting rooms serving alcoholic beverages; farm stands.

B.

Permits. Zoning permit required.

C.

Standards.

General. See Section 26-88-215 (farm retail sales).

2.

Goods Not Produced On-Site. Incidental sales of merchandise or goods not produced on site is limited to ten percent (10%) of the floor area up to a maximum of fifty (50) square feet.

3.

Product Sampling. Sampling of products grown or processed on-site may be allowed with a retail food facility permit.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-150. - Farm stands.

A.

Definition. An area for the temporary or seasonal sales and promotion of agricultural products that are grown or raised on the site; and pre-packaged, shelf stable goods processed from onsite agricultural production.

Includes: Sale of produce, eggs, honey, jams, pickles, nuts, olive oil, and similar products; sampling of non-alcoholic beverages; community supported agriculture, U-Pick and U-Cut operations.

2.

Excludes: Tasting rooms serving alcoholic beverages; farm retail sales.

B.

Standards.

1.

Must comply with Food and Agricultural Code Section 47050 and Public Health and Safety Code Section 113778.2.

Sampling of products grown on-site requires a retail food facility permit.

3.

Incidental sales of merchandise or goods not produced on site is limited to ten percent (10%) of the floor area up to a maximum of fifty (50) square feet.

RR zone: Limited to one (1) stand per property.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-160. - Indoor crop cultivation.

A.

Definition. The growing and harvesting of shrubs, plants, flowers, trees, vines, fruits, vegetables, hay, grain and similar food and fiber crops, in greenhouses or similar structures

Excludes: Cannabis cultivation.

B.

Use Permit Required.

AR, RRD and PCRRD zones: greenhouses and other similar structures over eight hundred (800) square feet in RRD and PCRRD zones require a use permit.

C.

Standards:

LIA, LEA, and DA zones: The area on a property occupied by a greenhouse or other similar structure used for indoor crop cultivation shall not exceed two thousand five hundred (2,500) square feet.

2.

RR zone: The area on a property occupied by a greenhouse or other similar structure used for indoor crop cultivation shall not exceed eight hundred (800) square feet.

(Ord. No. 6403, 3-7-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-170. - Land and resource management.

A.

Definition. Management of land for watershed, for fish and wildlife habitat, fish rearing ponds, hunting and fishing, grazing.

TP zone: Includes recreational and educational uses, with or without fee (swimming, hunting, fishing, occasional camping, etc.).

B.

Standards.

LIA, LEA, DA, RRD, and TP zones: Allowed only when incidental to a primary use.

TP zone:

a.

Permanent improvements prohibited. b.

Shall not interfere with the primary use of the property.

RRD and TP zones: Incidental grazing allowed.

4.

On a parcel under a Williamson Act contract, use must be consistent with Government Code Section 51200 et seq. (the Williamson Act) and local rules and regulations.

(Ord. No. 6403, 3-7-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-180. - Mining, surface.

A.

Definition. Removing mineral substances from a pit, quarry, or excavation in the earth in compliance with Sonoma County Code Chapter 26A (surface mining regulations), Section 34.2.29.100 (mineral resources combining zone) and the Sonoma County Aggregate Resources Management Plan.

Includes: Hardrock quarry operations, instream operations, river terrace operations.

2.

Excludes: Grading and excavation in conjunction with other allowed construction activities, development of geothermal or water resources.

B.

Standards.

1.

Must be within the surface mining combining district (MR) and comply with county code Chapter 26A (Surface Mining).

2.

Must comply with Sonoma County Aggregate Management (ARM) Plan, on file with the department.

Hardrock quarry operations are allowed only if they meet all of the following standards:

a.

Must be consistent with the purpose(s) of the parcel's base zone.

b.

Minimum land area: five (5) acres.

c.

Maximum annual production: five thousand (5,000) cubic yards.

d.

Shall not include crushing, screening, or batching operations.

e.

Subject to payment of fees and other mitigation measures as may be found consistent with the aggregate resources management (ARM) plan. f.

Approved reclamation plan required.

g.

Maximum distance from the nearest approved source of aggregate materials: four (4) miles. h.

Prohibited on land subject to a Williamson Act contract.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-190. - Mushroom farming.

A.

Definition. The commercial production of food, medicine, and other products by the cultivation of mushrooms and other fungi.

Includes. Outdoor logs, indoor trays.

B.

Standards: No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-200. - Nursery, wholesale.

A.

Definition. An establishment engaged in the commercial production of trees, plants, seeds, stock, and other vegetation grown on site outdoors either in the ground or in containers for wholesale distribution to other businesses.

Excludes: Cannabis nurseries.

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-18-210. - Tasting rooms.

A.

Definition. A retail food facility where one (1) or more agricultural products grown or processed in the county are tasted and sold. Agricultural products sold may include alcoholic beverages.

Includes: Wine tastings, olive oil, honey, fruit preserves.

Excludes: Farm stands, farm retail sales.

B.

Standards.

Shall not require the extension of sewer and water.

RRD zone: Allowed only for agricultural products grown or processed onsite.

3.

LIA, LEA, DA zones: Wine tasting rooms, winery visitor serving activities, and winery events are subject to Winery Definitions and Standards in Section 26-18-260. C.

General Plan Consistency.

Must be consistent with general plan policy AR 6-d and AR 6-f.

(Ord. No. 6404, § V, 3-14-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-220. - Timber management.

A.

Definition.

RRD zone: The management of lands and forests to grow and harvest timber for commercial purposes.

TP zone: Management of lands and forests for the primary use of commercial production and harvest of trees.

B.

Includes:

1.

RRD zone:

2.

TP zone: Removal of timber and fuel wood; uses integrally related to growing, harvesting, and on-site processing of forest products including roads, log landings, log storage areas, and incidental logging camps; timber management, including planting, raising, harvesting, and incidental milling for noncommercial purposes of trees and logs for lumber or fuel woods; establishing and maintaining gas, electric, or water generating and transmission facilities, including necessary structures; the production and harvesting of miscellaneous compatible forest products such as Christmas trees and greenery; contractor equipment storage incidental to the on-site growing and harvesting of forest products, including parking, repairing and storage of equipment so used; temporary or seasonal sales and promotion, and incidental storage of fuel wood grown on site; controlled burns. Also includes timber management, including planting, raising, harvesting and incidental milling for noncommercial purposes of trees and logs for lumber or fuel woods, subject to requirements of California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.

C.

Standards.

1.

TP: Construction of permanent structures necessary for contractor equipment storage incidental to on-site growing and harvesting of forest products, including parking, repairing and storage of equipment so used, is subject to Article 82.

(Ord. No. 6403, 3-7-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-230. - Timber operator storage yard.

A.

Definition. Storage of large equipment, vehicles, and/or other materials commonly used in timber operations or production.

1.

Off-site. A storage yard not located on property which is included in the timber harvesting plan, for off-site growing and harvesting of forest products, including packing, repairing, and storage of equipment so used.

2.

On-site and Incidental. A timber operations storage yard located on the same property of the applicable timber harvesting plan and incidental to the primary use of the land for timber operations.

3.

Standards.

a.

Permanent structures require design review.

b.

RRD zone: Off-site storage yards prohibited on property subject to Williamson Act contract.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-240. - Timber saw mills and lumber production.

A.

Definition. A facility that cuts and processes timber to produce lumber products.

1.

Includes: Saw mills, lumber, planing and logging mills, pulp mills, particle board plants, mill and log ponds, earth-filled dams, and associated uses.

Excludes: Temporary portable mills.

B.

Standards.

a.

Not permitted on land subject to a Williamson Act contract.

(Ord. No. 6403, 3-7-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-250. - Timberland conversions.

A.

Definition. Timberland Conversion as defined in Forest Practice Rules Section 1100, except that Timberland Conversion shall not include the conversion of less than three (3) acres of timberland for the purpose of constructing a structure in compliance with a valid building permit where the conversion is limited to the cutting and removal of the minimum number of trees necessary to accommodate the structure and related improvements.

1.

Minor Timberland Conversion. A Timberland Conversion that is exempt from a Timberland Conversion Permit under Section 1104.1, subdivision (a), of the forest practice rules.

2.

Major Timberland Conversion. A timberland conversion that requires a timberland conversion permit, or is exempt from a timberland conversion permit under Section 1104.2 of the forest practice rule.

B.

Permits. See Sections 26-88-140 (minor timberland conversions), 26-88-150 timberland conversions of less than three (3) acres in the TP (timberland production) district, 26-88-160 (major timberland conversions).

C.

Standards. See Sections 26-88-140 (minor timberland conversions), 26-88-150 timberland conversions of less than three (3) acres in the TP (timberland production) district, 26-88-160 (major timberland conversions).

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-18-260. - Winery definitions and standards.

A.

Purpose. This Section 26-18-260 provides a greater level of detail for the desired character of development in areas zoned LIA - Land Intensive Agriculture, LEA - Land Extensive Agriculture, and DA - Diverse Agriculture. For the areas zoned LIA, LEA, and DA, this Section 26-18-260 identifies procedures and criteria applicable to new or modified use permit applications for winery visitor serving activities and winery events. The Standards in this division shall be referred to as "Winery Definitions and Standards."

B.

Applicable Areas. The provisions of this section apply to parcels zoned LIA - Land Intensive Agriculture, LEA-Land Extensive Agriculture, and DA -Diverse Agriculture. For split-zoned parcels, the provisions of this section apply to the portion of the parcel zoned for any of the agricultural zoning districts listed above.

C.

Local Advisory Guidelines. Citizen advisory councils/commissions established by the board of supervisors review projects subject to this section in accordance with their adopted local advisory guidelines, and make advisory recommendations to the applicable decision maker.

D.

Terms and phrases used in this section are defined as follows:

1.

Restaurant is a retail business selling ready-to-eat food for consumption on or off the premises, as defined by Section 26-26-140 of the Zoning Code.

2.

Winery means an agricultural processing facility that converts fruit into wine. Wineries may include crush areas, production rooms, case goods and barrel storage, tank rooms, warehouses, bottling lines, laboratories, administrative offices, tasting rooms, event space, commercial kitchen, and catering kitchen.

3.

Winery Events means events held at wineries and tasting rooms for the purpose of promoting and marketing agricultural products grown or processed in the County, and which exceed the permanent infrastructure capacity of the site and are outside the regular business hours for tasting rooms. Winery events are secondary and incidental to agricultural production activities occurring onsite and/or in the area and are consistent with General Plan Policy AR-6d. There are two (2) types of winery events: Agricultural Promotional Events and Industry-Wide Events.

Agricultural Promotional Events beyond defined activities during standard daily operations that are directly related to public education, sales and promotion of agricultural products to consumers, including but not limited to: winemaker lunches, dinners, release parties, and wine club parties and similar events.

5.

Industry-Wide Events are promotional activities sponsored by a recognized wine industry association that may involve multiple wineries and/or tasting rooms. Industry-wide events are held within a specified geographic area, during regular tasting room hours, and may last up to three (3) consecutive days.

6.

Wine Trade Partners means distributors, wine trade buyers, restaurant owners and their representatives, winery or tasting room owner(s), winery employees, and tasting room employees.

7.

Winery Visitor Serving Activities means visitor serving activities that are part of standard daily winery and wine tasting room operations. Standard daily operations do not include events or use of overflow parking. There are two (2) types of winery visitor-serving activities: Sales Activities and Wine Trade Activities.

8.

Sales Activities are wine tasting, food and wine pairing, tours, seminars and other hospitality related activities that support the promotion of wine sales, excluding winery events. Sales Activities occur during the approved tasting room hours of operation specified in the use permit.

9.

Wine Trade Activities are by-invitation meetings, seminars, employee harvest parties and similar activities, excluding events. Wine Trade Activities are attended only by wine trade partners and are not advertised to the consumer. Wine Trade Activities are intended to be low impact activities with a prohibition on outdoor amplified sound after 5:00 p.m.

E.

Operating Standards.

1.

Winery Visitor Serving Activities. Winery visitor serving activities are considered part of normal winery and tasting room business operations. All winery visitor serving activities must be consistent with the hours of operation, maximum number of guests allowed, building occupancy limits, and operational requirements specified in the use permit.

2.

Winery Events. Winery events must be consistent with the hours of operation, maximum number of event days, maximum number of guests allowed, building occupancy limits, and operational requirements specified in the use permit.

3.

Sizing of winery visitor serving activities and winery events, and maximum number of event days is based upon a variety of factors specific to the site and surrounding uses, including, but not limited to, septic capacity, available water supply, emergency access, availability of on-site parking, noise attenuation, increased risk of harm to people or property as a result of hazards, and the potential for negative cumulative effects related to noise, traffic, and water supplies.

4.

Hours of Operation. The maximum hours of operation for winery visitor serving activities and winery events are specified below, unless further limited by the use permit.

a.

Tasting Rooms. Regular business hours for tasting rooms are 10:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.

b.

Winery Visitor Serving Activities. The maximum hours of operation for winery visitor-serving activities are specified below by activity type.

(1)

Sales Activities: 10:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.

(2)

Wine Trade Activities: 8:00 a.m.—10:00 p.m.

c.

Winery Events. The maximum hours of operation for events are specified below by event type.

(1)

Agricultural Promotional Events may occur during the hours of 10:00 a.m.—10:00 p.m., with all cleanup occurring no later than between 9:30 p.m.—10:00 p.m.

(2)

Industry-wide Events may occur during the hours of 10:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.

5.

Wineries and tasting rooms shall not be rented out to third parties for events.

6.

On-Site Parking. The following on-site parking is required for wineries and tasting rooms:

a.

One (1) parking space per two and one-half (2.5) guests and one (1) space per employee. The parking standard may be reduced in accordance with Article 86, Parking Regulations, Section 26-86-010(i).

b.

Use of on-site unimproved overflow parking areas or shuttling may be allowed to accommodate winery events, if specified in the use permit.

c.

Overflow parking and shuttling shall not be used to accommodate parking for winery visitor serving activities.

d.

No parking is permitted along any public or private roadways or on shared vineyard roads.

Food Service. Food service is allowed as specified below.

a.

All food service must be designed to promote and enhance marketing of wine. Food service shall be secondary and incidental to agricultural production, wine sales and education.

b.

Operating the food service area as a restaurant, café, delicatessen or any food service offering cooked-to-order food is prohibited. c.

Food and wine pairings featuring local foods and food products is allowed in conjunction with winery visitor serving activities and winery events. d. Prepared meals featuring local foods and food products is allowed in conjunction with wine trade activities and winery events. e. Retail sales of pre-packaged food in conjunction with wine tasting is allowed subject to the following limitations: (1) Retail sale of pre-packaged food featuring local foods and food products is allowed during the regular business hours identified in the use permit. (2) Retail sale of pre-packaged food is allowed for on-site consumption only. Outdoor seating areas may be allowed for use as outdoor picnic areas. (3) Indoor seating area or table service in conjunction with retail sales of pre-packaged food is prohibited.

(4)

Off-site signs advertising retail sales of pre-packaged food are prohibited.

Traffic Management. Traffic management and parking plans are required to address the maximum number of people visiting during winery visitor serving activities and winery events. For events exceeding one hundred (100) participants and for events that require use of overflow parking, the traffic management plan shall include the following:

a.

Provisions for event coordination to avoid local traffic delays.

b.

Parking attendants for each day of the event.

c.

A shuttle plan, if shuttling is requested, to support each day of the event. A convenient and secure "park and ride" area must be provided.

d.

A plan for on-site parking requirements and queuing of traffic.

e.

Enforcement of the on-street parking restrictions.

f.

Subsequent changes to the approved Traffic Management Plan shall be submitted in advance to the Permit and Resource Management Department.

9.

Noise Attenuation Setbacks. Noise is attenuated by distance from the noise source. To ensure compliance with the Sonoma County General Plan Noise Element thresholds for maximum allowable exterior noise exposure levels, winery visitor serving activities and winery events shall meet the required setbacks provided in Table 18-2 below:

Table 18-2:Required Noise Attenuation Setbacks

Exceptions to the setbacks listed in Table 18-2 above may be allowed when a project-specific noise study prepared in accordance with the Permit and Resource Management Department Guidelines for the Preparation of Noise Analysis determines the project will comply with the Sonoma County General Plan Noise Element due to intervening structures or natural features, available open land on noise sensitive parcels, or by incorporating noise mitigation measures.

(Ord. No. 6516, § III(Exh. A), 5-6-2025; Ord. No. 6404, § III(Exh. B), 3-14-2023)

Article 20. - Industrial, Manufacturing, and Processing Use Standards.[[9]]

Footnotes:

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Editor's note— Ord. No. 6335, § II, adopted February 9, 2021, repealed the former Art. 20, and § III(Exh. A) of the same ord. enacted a new article as set out herein. The former Art. 20 pertained to R1 Low Density Residential District. See Ordinance List and Disposition Table for a detailed history of derivation.

Sec. 26-20-010. - Purpose of article.

This article provides standards for specific industrial, manufacturing and processing land uses in all zones.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-20-020. - Animal product processing.

A.

Definition. Establishments engaged in the commercial butchering and processing of animals.

Includes: Slaughterhouses; fat rendering; fish processing facilities.

B.

Standards.

Must serve agriculture use in the local area.

2.

LIA, LEA, DA, zones: The size of the facility may not exceed the needs of the on-site animal production operation. (general plan policy AR-5c)

C.

Findings LIA, LEA, DA Zones. To approve an animal product processing facility in the LIA, LEA, or DA zone where animals are raised off-site, the review authority must find that the facility will be consistent with general plan policy AR-5g.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-20-030. - Fertilizer plants.

A.

Definition. A manufacturing facility where chemical fertilizers are manufactured and packaged, and/or where animal fertilizers are collected, processed, and packaged.

B.

Standards.

LIA, LEA, DA, RRD, and AS zones: Must serve agriculture production in the local area.

LIA, LEA, and DA zones: The size of the use may not exceed the needs of the on-site growing or processing operation. (general plan policy AR-5c)

C.

Findings LIA, LEA, DA Zones. To approve a fertilizer plant in the LIA, LEA, or DA zone, the review authority must find that the facility will be consistent with general plan policy AR-5g.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-20-040. - Laboratories.

A.

Definition. A facility for scientific research and the design, development, and testing of products in advance of product manufacturing.

1.

Includes: Assembly of related products from parts produced off site where the manufacturing activity is secondary to the research and development activities. B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-20-050. - Laundry plants.

A.

Definition. A service establishment engaged primarily in high volume laundry and garment services

Includes: Carpet and upholstery cleaners; diaper services; laundries; linen supply. 2. Excludes: Coin-operated laundries; retail dry cleaning stores. B. Standards. No unique use-specific standards. (Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-20-060. - Manufacturing/processing, heavy.

A.

Definition. A facility accommodating manufacturing processes where the intensity and/or scale of operations may cause significant impacts on surrounding land uses or the community.

1.

Includes: Manufacturing of asphalt, building materials, cement, concrete, chemicals, fabricated metals, paper products, petroleum products, machinery, textiles, and vehicles and transportation equipment.

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-20-070. - Manufacturing/processing, light.

A.

Definition. The manufacture, predominantly from previously prepared materials, of finished products or parts, that produces little or no noise, odor, fumes, dust, or vibration detectable beyond the interior walls of the facility and is unlikely to cause significant impacts on surrounding land uses.

Includes: Manufacturing of clothing and fabric products, drugs and pharmaceuticals, electronic equipment, optical goods, pottery and ceramic products, photographic equipment, paper products, and miscellaneous small consumer products; foundries casting lightweight, nonferrous metal without noxious fumes or odor.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-20-080. - Manufacturing/processing, medium.

A.

Definition. A facility accommodating manufacturing processes that involve and/or produce food products, building materials, fabricated metal products, machinery, and/or transportation equipment, where the intensity and/or scale of operations is greater than those classified under manufacturing/processing light but where impacts on surrounding land uses or the community can typically be mitigated to acceptable levels.

1.

Includes: Bakeries and catering services, cooperage and bottling works; food and beverage processing, cabinet shops, welding, sheet metal and machine shops, furniture shops, machinery manufacturing, metal product fabrication

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-20-090. - Recycling collection facilities.

A.

Definition. A center for the acceptance of recyclable materials, include the following:

Collection Facility, Large. A recycling collection facility that occupies an area of more than five hundred (500) square feet. Includes bins, boxes, cans, kiosk-type units, and other containers or receptacles.

2.

Collection Facility, Small. A recycling collection facility which occupies an area of not more than five hundred (500) square feet. Include bins, boxes, cans, kiosktype units and other containers or receptacles; and/or a properly licensed automobile, truck, trailer or van

3.

Reverse Vending Machines. A mechanical device which accepts and temporarily stores one (1) or more types of empty beverage containers, including aluminum cans, glass and plastic bottles and cartons and issues a cash refund or redeemable credit slip.

Standards.

a.

See Section 26-88-070 (recycling collection and processing facilities).

b.

C1, M1, M2, M3 zones: Small collection facilities must be accessory to a permitted use.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-20-100. - Recycling processing facilities.

A.

Definition. A facility used for the collection and processing of recyclable materials and/or used motor oil, for shipment, or to an end-user's specifications, by means of baling, briquetting, cleaning, compacting, crushing, flattening, grinding, mechanical sorting, re- manufacturing, and shredding.

1.

Light Processing Facility. A recycling processing facility that occupies an area of under forty-five thousand (45,000) gross square feet for material collection, processing and storage. A light processing facility does not shred, compact, or bale ferrous metals other than food and beverage containers.

Heavy Processing Facility. Any recycling processing facility other than a light processing facility.

B.

Standards. See with Section 26-88-070 (recycling collection and processing facilities).

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-20-110. - Storage: Contractor's storage yard.

A.

Definition. Storage of construction materials or equipment on a site other than a construction site.

1.

Includes: Indoor and outdoor storage, ancillary office, storage of large equipment and vehicles, and storage of scrap materials used for repair and maintenance of on-site equipment.

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-20-120. - Storage: Manufactured home storage. A.

Definition. Facilities for the storage of manufactured and mobile homes.

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards. (Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-20-130. - Storage: Personal storage. A.

Definition. A facility with separate storage spaces of varying size for the storage of customers' goods and possessions.

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards. (Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-20-140. - Storage: Vehicle, boat, and RV storage.

A.

Definition. A facility for the long-term storage of cars, trucks, buses, recreational vehicles, boats, fleet vehicles, motorized farm equipment and machinery and other motor vehicles.

Includes: Towing and impound facilities

2. Excludes: Wrecking and salvage yards. B. Standards. 1.

C3 zone: the storage of non-operative vehicles, recreational vehicles, manufactured homes, and fleet vehicles requires a use permit.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-20-150. - Storage: Warehouses. A. Definition. A facility for the storage of commercial goods. 1. Includes: Cold storage. 2. B.

Excludes: Personal storage; wholesale and distribution; truck and freight terminals.

Standards.

C3 zone: Includes the incidental retail sales and service of furniture, carpet, drapery and upholstery

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-20-160. - Storage: Wholesale and distribution. A.

Definition. A facility that sells merchandise to retailers; to contractors, industrial, commercial, institutional, farm, or professional business users; to other wholesalers; or acts as agents or brokers in buying merchandise for or selling merchandise to customers.

Includes: Storage, processing; packaging; and shipping facilities for mail order and e- commerce retail facilities.

B. Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-20-170. - Wrecking and salvage yards. A.

Definition. Open storage, dismantling and/or selling of old cast off, unused, scrap or salvage material of any kind.

Includes: Non-operative motor vehicle storage yards.

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Article 22. - Recreation, Education and Public Assembly Use Standards.[[10]]

Footnotes:

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Editor's note— Ord. No. 6335, § II, adopted February 9, 2021, repealed the former Art. 22, and § III(Exh. A) of the same ord. enacted a new article as set out herein. The former Art. 22 pertained to R2 Medium Density Residential District and derived from Ord. No. 6247, § II(Exh. C), adopted Oct. 23, 2018; and Ord. No. 6298, § III(Exh.), adopted Feb. 4, 2020.

Sec. 26-22-010. - Purpose of article.

This article provides standards for specific recreation, education and public assembly land uses in all zones.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-22-020. - Camp, organized.

A.

Definition. A site with program and facilities established for the primary purposes of providing an outdoor group living experience with social, spiritual, educational, or recreational objectives, for five (5) days or more during one (1) or more seasons of the year.

Excludes: Hotels, motel, and resorts; tourist camps; trailer parks; hunting camps; auto courts; labor camp; penal or correctional camp; child care institutions; charitable or recreational organizations that complies with the rules and regulations for recreational trailer parks.

B.

Standards.

TP zone: must be permanently located and improved.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-22-030. - Campgrounds.

A.

Definition. Land or premises which are used or intended to be used, let or rented for occupancy by campers.

B.

Standards.

1.

Not permitted on property subject to a Williamson Act contract.

LEA and DA zones: maximum of thirty (30) sites within campground.

RRD zone: May not interfere with or detract from the purposes of RRD zone.

RRD and K zones: May include sites for recreational vehicle (RV) camping.

TP zone: must be permanently located and improved.

C.

Findings.

LEA zone: To approve a conditional use permit for a campground in the LEA zone, the review authority must find that the use will be consistent with general plan policy AR-6f and other applicable provisions of the general plan.

TP zone: The use does not significantly detract from the use of the property for, or inhibit, growing and harvesting timber.

(Ord. No. 6403, 3-7-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-22-030.1. - Campgrounds, resorts and organized camps (TP).

A.

Definition. Permanently located and improved private and public campgrounds, resorts and organized camps. Applies in TP zones only.

B.

Standards.

Must be permanent located and improved.

2.

The use shall not include construction of permanent residences, except as otherwise allowed in the TP zone.

The use does not significantly detract from the use of the property for, or inhibit, growing and harvesting timber.

(Ord. No. 6403, 3-7-2023)

Sec. 26-22-040. - Civic institution.

A.

Definition. Public or non-profit institutions that support and contribute to the cultural development of the community and provide community-serving programs and services on-site.

1.

Includes: libraries, museums, aquariums, zoos, environmental education centers, non-profit art centers and galleries, botanical gardens, and other similar uses.

Excludes: Elementary and secondary schools, colleges and universities, and specialized education and training institutions.

RR and PCRR zones:

a.

May serve no more than the residential community in which it is located.

b.

May not adversely affect the agricultural community.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-22-050. - Community meeting facilities.

A.

Definition. A noncommercial facility for public or private assembly.

Includes: Community centers, grange halls, meeting halls for clubs and other membership organizations, places of worship, and functionally related internal facilities (e.g., kitchens, multi-purpose rooms, and storage).

2.

Excludes: Sports or other recreational or entertainment facilities, overnight lodging, functionally independent restaurants and food service, day care centers, schools.

B.

Standards.

Not permitted on property subject to a Williamson Act contract.

2.

LIA and AS zone: Limited to granges and similar agriculturally related community service facilities which do not adversely impact agriculture in the area. All other community meeting facility uses are prohibited.

3.

LEA, DA, RRD, AR, and RR zones: May occupy no more than fifty percent (50%) of the parcel or ten (10) acres, whichever is less.

4.

LEA and DA zones: Agricultural production and related processing, support services, and visitor serving uses must remain the primary use of the parcel. (general plan policy AR-4a)

5.

RR and PCRR zones: May serve no more than the residential community in which it is located and may not adversely affect the agricultural community.

Industrial zones: must be located in existing industrial buildings and clearly incidental to the permitted industrial use.

7.

PF zone: on leased Sonoma County airport lands designated in the airport master plan for non-aeronautical development uses, high intensity and noise sensitive uses such as houses of worship are not allowed.

8.

Criteria In LIA, LEA, DA, RRD, AR and RR zones, the use must be consistent with general plan policy LU-6e.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-22-060. - Country club.

A.

Definition. A private membership club which may include recreational facilities (e.g., swim and tennis facilities), fitness facilities, a restaurant, and related facilities.

Excludes: Overnight lodging facilities

B.

Standards.

1.

Not permitted on property subject to a Williamson Act contract.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-22-070. - Educational institutions: Colleges and universities.

A.

Definition. Public and private institutions of higher education providing curricula of a general nature, typically granting recognized degrees or certificates.

Includes: community colleges, junior colleges, colleges, universities

2.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-22-080. - Educational institutions: Elementary and secondary schools.

A.

Definition. Educational institutions providing instruction to minors as required by the California Education Code.

Includes: public and private elementary, junior high, and high schools;

B.

Permits.

A use permit is required.

C.

Standards.

Not permitted on property subject to a Williamson Act contract.

2.

In the LEA, DA, RRD, AR, RR zones, the use must be consistent with general plan policy LU-6e.

3.

In the LEA and DA zones, the applicant must demonstrate that the use meets a local need, avoids conflict with agricultural activities and is consistent with general plan objective AR-4.1 and policy AR-4a.

4.

In the RR Zone, private elementary and secondary schools must be consistent with General Plan Policy Lu-6f.

(Ord. No. 6403, 3-7-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-22-090. - Educational institutions: Specialized education and training.

A.

Definition. Public and private educational institutions providing instruction in specific fields, with limited to no course offerings in general education subjects.

Includes: Vocational schools; art, graphic design and photography schools; film and video schools; music, theater, and dance schools; seminaries/religious ministry training facilities; facilities providing courses by mail; facilities, institutions, and conference centers that offer specialized programs in personal growth and development, including fitness; environmental education schools.

B.

Standards.

RR and PCRR zones:

a.

May serve no more than the residential community in which it is located.

b.

May not adversely affect the agricultural community.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-22-100. - Golf course.

A.

Definition. An area of land used for the playing of golf, consisting of at least nine (9) holes, and improved with tees, greens, fairways, and hazards.

Includes: Driving ranges, locker and shower facilities, pro shop with incidental sales of golfing equipment, snack bar, and maintenance operations

Excludes: Restaurants, non-golfing retail sales, lodging, miniature golf courses.

B.

Standards.

1.

RR zone: Driving ranges may not be operated during night time hours. Associated facilities include only those necessary to serve the driving range use, such as equipment rental and snack bar and not restaurants, retail sales and similar facilities.

2.

PC zone: Publicly owned golf courses only.

LIA, LEA, and DA zones:

a.

A golf course must be adjacent to a designated urban service boundary or include an irrevocable offer of offsite unutilized development rights for all lands between the use and the urban service boundary.

b.

Permanent open space or agricultural preservation must be provided for the site of a proposed golf course and all areas for which development rights are acquired,

c.

A golf course must be located in close proximity to an existing wastewater treatment facility and use of reclaimed wastewater in accordance with the regulations of the applicable regional water quality control agency,

d.

A golf course is subject to design review approval and includes setbacks, buffers or other measures designed to minimize its impact on existing and potential agricultural uses in the area,

e.

Under no circumstances shall housing be included as part of the use, except that one (1) caretaker unit may be allowed.

f.

A golf course must be compatible with and not result in limitations on any agricultural operation.

g.

Golf courses are not allowed on lands subject to a Williamson Act contract or in a timber production zone.

h.

Facilities associated with the golf course and/or driving range shall be limited to those which serve golfers on the course or range, such as locker and shower facilities, pro shop with incidental sales of golfing equipment, snack bar and maintenance operations. Such facilities shall not include restaurants, other retail sales, lodging or similar uses,

i.

Driving ranges may not be operated during nighttime hours.

j.

In the event that a golf course is proposed within a designated Community Separator, the criteria established by general plan policy OSRC-1c shall supersede the above criteria.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-22-110. - Parks and playgrounds. A.

Definition. Public and private facilities for neighborhood or community use for outdoor sports and recreation activities, where the facilities are oriented more toward participants than spectators.

Includes: Includes athletic/sport field, tennis and other sport courts, swimming pools, playgrounds with children's play equipment, picnicking and open space areas.

B.

Standards.

1.

RR and PCRR zones:

a.

May serve no more than the residential community in which it is located.

b.

May not adversely affect the agricultural community.

2.

K zone: Public parks are permitted by right. Public playgrounds and private parks require a use permit.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-22-120. - Periodic special events.

A.

Definition. A periodic event such as a parade, concert, festival, race or gathering which attracts a large gathering of people either by direct participation, or as spectators.

B.

Zoning Permit Required. A zoning permit is required for all periodic special events, except the following, which are not considered periodic special events:

1.

Events conducted entirely within dedicated rights-of-way where event organizers have secured necessary encroachment or other permits;

2.

Events conducted entirely within a building for which all necessary county permits have been secured, provided that the events are within the scope of the use for which the building was permitted;

3.

Events conducted at fairgrounds or events conducted at outdoor spectator facilities for which a use permit has been obtained, provided that the outdoor event is within the scope of the use permit;

4.

An event which has all of the following characteristics:

a.

Has no live amplified music;

b.

Does not involve an admission fee either for participants or spectators;

c.

Is a one (1) day event conducted between the hours of seven a.m. and eleven p.m.;

d.

Does not involve overnight sleeping of participants or spectators;

e.

Is not conducted more than one (1) calendar day in a thirty-day period;

f.

Is not accompanied by newspaper, internet, social media, radio or television advertising or printed leaflets distributed to the public at large; and

g.

Does not involve the sale of food or beverages.

All periodic special events may be subject to requirements of sheriff, public health, fire services, building inspection, public works, or other permitting agencies not specified in this article. Event hosts are responsible for securing approvals from applicable agencies.

C.

Standards.

1.

Periodic special events subject to a zoning permit shall comply with the following requirements, in addition to the requirements of other applicable agencies:

a.

The event shall comply with all local and state fire codes.

b.

Noise shall be managed in accordance with the noise element of the Sonoma County general plan.

c.

A courtesy notice shall be posted on the property at least ten (10) days in advance of the event, which states the nature and duration of the event. Notice of the event and contact information for the event host, including a telephone number at which the event host can be reached before and at all times during the event, shall be provided at least forty-eight (48) hours before the event to at least one (1) resident of each adjacent lot. The notice shall state that a request for a public hearing may be submitted to the project planner at least 10 days in advance of the date specified on the notice.

d.

Periodic Special Events are "restricted nonagricultural uses" in the LEA, LIA, and DA Districts. See Section 26-06-030.E for additional applicable provisions.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-22-130. - Recreation and sports facilities: Health/fitness facility.

A.

Definition. Fitness centers, gymnasiums, health and athletic clubs.

Includes: Swimming pools; saunas; spas and hot tubs; indoor tennis; handballs; racquetball courts; indoor fitness activities.

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-22-140. - Recreation and sports facilities: Recreation facility, indoor.

A.

Definition. A commercial establishment providing indoor recreation, entertainment, and sports facilities for a fee or admission charge.

Includes. Paintball/laser tag; rock climbing; martial arts; ice skating; pool and billiards; indoor tennis and racquet clubs, indoor sports activities as primary uses. B.

Standards.

1.

All activities must relate to and utilize the primary sports function of the facility.

Periodic Special events are not allowed on site.

3.

In MP, allowed by-right if accessory to the primary use permitted on the site. Otherwise, Use Permit required.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-22-150. - Recreation and sports facilities: Recreation facility, outdoor.

A.

Definition. A commercial facility for outdoor sports and recreational activities where a fee is charged for use.

Includes: Amusement and theme parks, go-cart tracks, miniature golf courses, outdoor water park, accessory retail and food service facilities customarily associated with outdoor commercial recreation activities.

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B.
Standards. No unique use-specific standards.
(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)
Sec. 26-22-160. - Recreation and sports facilities: Rural sports and recreation.
A.
Definition. Facilities for sports and recreational activities requiring large undeveloped sites, remote locations, and having significantly lower numbers of visitors per
day as compared to other recreation and sports facilities.
1.
Includes: Hunting and fishing clubs, game preserves, paint-ball, zip line and ropes courses, non-motorized mountain biking facilities.
B.
Standards.
1.
LEA, LIA, and DA, and AR zones: Limited to game preserves, refuges, and hunting clubs.
(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)
Sec. 26-22-170. - Recreation and sports facilities: Shooting ranges.
A.
Definition. A facility providing a confined space for safe target practice with firearms, archery equipment, or other weapons.
B.
Standards. No unique use-specific standards.
(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)
Sec. 26-22-180. - Sports and entertainment assembly.
A.
Definition. A large-scale indoor or outdoor facility accommodating spectator-oriented sports, concerts, and other entertainment activities.
1.
Includes: Amphitheaters; race tracks; rodeo arenas; stadiums; coliseums; incidental and subordinate commercial facilities (i.e. bars, restaurants and gift shops).
B.
Standards. No unique use-specific standards.
(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)
Sec. 26-22-190. - Studios for art crafts, dance, music.
A.
Definition. Production studios for individual musicians, painters, sculptors, photographers, and other artists and craftsmen.
1.
Includes: Individual and group instruction and training in the arts dance, and music; production rehearsal; photography, and the processing of photographs
produced only by users of the studio facilities; martial arts training studios; dance studios; gymnastics instruction; and aerobics and gymnastics studios with no
other fitness facilities or equipment.
B.
Standards.
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LIA, LEA, DA, and RRD zones: Only non-commercial arts and crafts studios are allowed. Retail or wholesale sales are prohibited.

2.

RR zone: Retail or wholesale sales are allowed if the use is conducted within an existing abandoned agricultural building appropriate for such use.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-22-200. - Theater and entertainment venues.

A.

Definition. Indoor facilities with a permanent stage or screen for the presentation of live or recorded entertainment and which contains an audience viewing hall or room, with fixed seats.

1.

Includes: Civic theaters and facilities for live theater and indoor concerts; exhibition and convention halls; movie theaters; public auditoriums; similar public assembly uses and live entertainment or amplified music uses.

2.

Excludes: Outdoor theaters; outdoor concert venues; indoor commercial recreation facilities.

B.

Standards.

MP zone: Limited to auditoriums accessory to the primary permitted use on site.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-22-210. - Visitor/interpretive center.

A.

Definition. A facility for providing information for travelers and/or the public about a specific community, region, geographic area, or site.

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Article 24. - Residential Use Standards.[[11]]

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Editor's note— Ord. No. 6335, § II, adopted February 9, 2021, repealed the former Art. 24, and § III(Exh. A) of the same ord. enacted a new article as set out herein. The former Art. 24 pertained to R3 High Density Residential District. See Ordinance List and Disposition Table for a detailed history of derivation.

Sec. 26-24-010. - Purpose of article.

This article provides standards for specific residential land uses in all zones.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-24-020. - Accessory dwelling unit.

A.

Definition. An attached or a detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one (1) or more persons and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary residence. An ADU shall include permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation on the same lot as the single-family or multifamily dwelling is or will be situated. An ADU may be an efficiency unit, as defined in state Government Code § 65852.2; or a manufactured home, as defined in state Government Code § 65852.2.

B.

Standards.

See Section 26-88-060 (Accessory Dwelling Units).

(Ord. No. 6352, § V, 9-14-2021; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Secs. 26-24-030—26-24-070. - Reserved.

Editor's note— Ord. No. 6532, § III(Exh. A), adopted Oct. 7, 2025, repealed §§ 26-24-030—26-24-070, which pertained to Agricultural employee housing and derived from Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), adopted Feb. 9, 2021.

Sec. 26-24-080. - Caretaker dwelling.

A.

Definition. A residence that is accessory to a non-residential primary use of the site where needed for security or 24-hour care or supervision.

B.

Standards.

LC zone:

a.

Allowed only outside of urban service areas.

b.

Lot may not already contain a residence.

AS zone: Allowed only outside of urban service areas. 3.

K zone: Lot may not already contain a residence. (Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-24-090. - Congregate housing. A.

Definition. Shared living quarters, such as boarding houses and dormitories, where individual rooms or sleeping spaces are rented for occupancy of thirty (30) days or more. Congregate housing facilities typically have a resident manager but do not provide institutional supervision or intensive health care. 1.

Small congregate housing: Serving six (6) persons or less.

Large congregate housing: Serving more than six (6) persons.

B.

Standards.

Design review required for large congregate housing.

RR zone:

a.

Small congregate housing must be located within an urban service area.

b.

Large congregate housing must be served by public sewer.

R2 and R3 zone: Small congregate housing allowed only on lots eight thousand (8,000) square feet or more.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-24-100. - Cottage food operation.

A.

Definition. An enterprise in a private home where food products are prepared and/or packaged for sale to consumers as allowed by California Health and Safety Code Section 113758, 11837, and 114365.

B.

Standards.

1.

Must have current food service permits from Sonoma County Environmental Health and must comply with Health and Safety Code Sections 113758, 11837, and 114365.

2.

One (1) cottage food employee is permitted in addition to the onsite resident cottage food operator.

Annual sales may not exceed fifty thousand dollars ($50,000.00).

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-24-110. - Cottage housing developments.

A.

Definition. Small-scale, clustered housing units that are comparable in scale and intensity to single-family residential uses in the surrounding neighborhood.

1.

Includes: Conversion of an existing single-family dwelling to attached cottage housing, detached cottage housing with small, detached units clustered around common open space and designed with a coherent concept.

B.

Standards.

1.

See Section 26.88.063 (cottage housing developments).

R1 and R2 zones: Up to three (3) cottages per property allowed by right. Four (4) or more cottages requires a use permit.

R1 and R2 zones: Allowed only on lots eight thousand (8,000) square feet or more.

(Ord. No. 6403, 3-7-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-24-120. - Farmworker housing.

A.

Definition. A dwelling unit for a full-time, year-round agricultural employee located on the site of a qualifying agricultural use.

B.

Permit. A zoning permit is required, subject to annual monitoring of qualifying agricultural use.

1.

Where Allowed. Farmworker housing may be allowed on sites that do not already have agricultural employee housing as permitted under Section 26-18-030. 2.

Number of Units Allowed. One (1) dwelling unit for full-time agricultural employees is allowed for each of the following agricultural uses conducted on the parcel. a.

At least thirty (30) dairy cows, dairy sheep, or dairy goats.

b.

At least ten (10) acres of grapes, apples, pears, prunes, or other orchard crop.

c.

At least fifteen thousand (15,000) broilers, fifteen thousand (15,000) egg-layers or three thousand (3,000) turkeys.

d.

At least fifty (50) non-dairy sheep, goats, replacement heifers, beef cattle, or hogs.

e.

At least thirty (30) mature horses.

f.

Wholesale nurseries with a minimum of either one-half (0.5) acre of propagating greenhouse or outdoor containers or one (1) acre of field-grown plant materials.

g.

At least two (2) acres of vegetable, row crops and/or cut flowers.

h.

If none of the above thresholds can be met individually, a farmworker dwelling unit may be allowed on a site with an agricultural use that produces a minimum of $120,000 inflation-adjusted gross sales of agricultural products as reported on tax rolls or other verified documentation. On January 1st of each year beginning in 2026, the gross sales threshold shall be adjusted by Permit Sonoma by an amount equivalent to the percentage change in the Consumer Price Index, or other industry-specific index at the discretion of Permit Sonoma, for the preceding twelve (12) month period.

3.

Water Scarce Areas. Farmworker dwelling units may be established within designated class 4 water-scarce areas only where a hydrogeology report certifies that the establishment and continuation of the additional residential use will not have significant adverse impacts on local or cumulative groundwater availability or yield.

4.

Covenant. A covenant shall be recorded, in a form satisfactory to county counsel, which acknowledges that the unit shall be used to house an agricultural employee and that in the event that the agricultural use is terminated on the property, the farmworker unit becomes a nonconforming residential use or another permitted use in compliance with the provisions of this code and state laws in effect at the time of conversion.

5.

Lot Transfers. In the LIA, LEA, and DA zones, a farmworker unit may be transferred to a lot that is under the same ownership and in the same zone as the subject property. The transfer requires a use permit. The unit must be placed on the receiving parcel closer to the primary dwelling unit than to the property line.

(Ord. No. 6532, § III(Exh. A), 10-7-2025)

Editor's note— Ord. No. 6532, § III(Exh. A), adopted Oct. 7, 2025, repealed the former § 26-24-120, and enacted a new § 26-24-120 as set out herein. The former § 26-24-120 pertained to dwelling, multi-family, and derived from Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), adopted Feb. 9, 2021.

Sec. 26-24-140. - Dwelling, two-family.

A.

Definition. A single residential structure containing two (2) separate dwelling units, each with its own entrance and independent permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation.

1.

Includes: Prefabricated and manufactured homes

2.

Excludes: Single-family dwelling with attached accessory dwelling unit.

B.

Standards.

1.

PC zone: Allowed only on lots six thousand (6,000) square feet or more with a width of sixty feet (60') or more.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-24-150. - Family day care home.

A.

Definition. A facility providing daytime supervision and care for children in the provider's own home for periods of less than twenty-four (24) hours.

Large family day care home: Provides care to nine (9) to fourteen (14) children, including children under the age of twelve (12) who reside at the home.

Small family day care home: Provides care to eight (8) or fewer children, including children under the age of twelve (12) who reside at the home.

B.

Permits. Zoning permit required for large family day care. C. Standards.

Large family day care homes are not permitted on land subject to a Williamson Act contract.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-24-160. - Farm family dwelling. A.

Definition. An additional single-family dwelling incidental to the main dwelling in terms of size, location and architecture which is not leased, subleased, rented or subrented separately from the main dwelling nor divided by sale, and which is inhabited by a member of the farm operator's family. B.

Standards.

A maximum of one (1) farm family dwelling unit is allowed per lot.

LIA zone: Allowed only on a property with a Williamson Act contract.

LIA and LEA zones:

a.

An agricultural easement having a term equal to the useful life of the structure, but in no event less than twenty (20) years, shall be offered to the county at the time of application.

b.

A covenant shall be recorded, in a form satisfactory to county counsel, which acknowledges that, in the event that the agricultural use is terminated on the property, the farm family dwelling becomes a nonconforming residential use.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-24-170. - Guest house.

A.

Definition. An accessory building to a single-family dwelling which consists of a detached living area of a permanent type of construction, which may contain a full or half bathroom, but may not contain provisions for appliances or fixtures for the storage and/or preparation of food, including, but not limited to, refrigeration, dishwashers or cooking facilities.

B.

Standards.

Maximum one (1) guest house per lot.

May not be leased, subleased, rented or sub-rented separately from the main dwelling except that a legal, fully permitted guest house may be used as a hosted rental as allowed by Section 26-88-118 (hosted rentals).

3.

Maximum floor area: six hundred forty (640) square feet. Floor area is calculated by measuring the exterior perimeter of the guest house and the length of any common walls. In the case of straw bale or similar construction, floor area may be calculated using interior dimensions. Floor area includes any storage area attached to the guest house, excluding garage, shall be included.

4.

Must be located closer to the primary dwelling on the subject lot than to a primary dwelling on any adjacent lot.

5.

Maximum distance from the primary dwelling on the lot: one hundred feet (100'). The director may allow a greater setback due to topography, vegetation or unique physical characteristics.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-24-180. - Home occupation.

A.

Definition. Conduct of a business within a dwelling unit or accessory structure by occupants of the dwelling, with the business activity being subordinate to the residential use of the site.

B.

Standards. See Section 26-88-121 (home occupations).

(Ord. No. 6363 § II(Exh. A), 12-14-2021; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-24-190. - Junior accessory dwelling unit.

A.

Definition. A dwelling unit that is no more than five hundred (500) square feet in size and contained entirely within a single-family residence. A JADU may include separate sanitation facilities, or may share sanitation facilities with the existing structure.

B.

Standards.

See Section 26-88-061.

May not exceed five hundred (500) square feet.

Must include an efficiency kitchen.

4.

May include separate sanitation facilities or share sanitation facilities with the existing structure.

(Ord. No. 6352, § VI, 9-14-2021; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-24-200. - Live/work.

A.

Definition. A building or space within a building that is used jointly for residential and commercial purposes, where the commercial activity is subordinate to the residential use of the site.

B.

Standards.

See Section 26-88-122 (live/work uses).

Commercial and PC zones:

a.

Allowed only in conjunction with a legally established single-family dwelling.

b.

Not permitted in a mixed-use development, SRO unit, or caretaker dwelling.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-24-210. - Low-barrier navigation center.

A.

Definition. A housing-first, low-barrier, service-enriched shelter focused on moving people into permanent housing that provides temporary living facilities while case managers connect individuals experiencing homelessness to income, public benefits, health services, shelter, and housing.

"Low-Barrier" means best practices to reduce barriers to entry, and may include, but is not limited to, the following:

The presence of partners if it is not a population-specific site, such as for survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault, women, or youth.

Pets.

The storage of possessions.

Privacy, such as partitions around beds in a dormitory setting or in larger rooms containing more than two (2) beds, or private rooms.

A low-barrier navigation center is a use by right in zones where it is identified as a permitted use, provided that the use meets the requirements enumerated in Government Code Section 65662 or successor statute.

B.

Standards. A low-barrier navigation center must meet the following requirements:

1.

Connected Services. It offers services to connect people to permanent housing through a services plan that identifies services staffing.

Coordinated Entry System. It links to a coordinated entry system, so that staff in the interim facility or staff who co-locate in the facility may conduct assessments and provide services to connect people to permanent housing. "Coordinated entry system" means a centralized or coordinated assessment system developed pursuant to Section 576.400(d) or Section 578.7(a)(8), as applicable, of Title 24 of the Code of Federal Regulations, as those sections read on January 1, 2020, and any related requirements, designed to coordinate program participant intake, assessment, and referrals.

Code Compliant. It complies with Chapter 6.5 (commencing with Section 8255) of Division 8 of the Welfare and Institutions Code.

Homeless Management Information System. It has a system for entering information regarding client stays, client demographics, client income, and exit destination through the local homeless management information system, as defined by Section 578.3 of Title 24 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

Lighting. Exterior lighting must be fully shielded and downward facing. Flood lights and uplights are prohibited. Luminaries must not exceed one thousand (1,000) lumens per fixture. Total illuminance beyond the property line must not exceed 1.0 lux. The color temperature of exterior lighting must not exceed three thousand (3,000) Kelvin.

Security and Management. Onsite security shall be provided during hours of operation. The low-barrier navigation center shall provide at least one (1) onsite manager at all times.

Common Facilities. Low-barrier navigation centers are encouraged but not required to provide the following common facilities for the exclusive use of the residents:

a.

Central cooking and dining room(s);

b.

Common recreation room;

c.

Office with services for residents;

d.

Laundry facilities adequate for the number of residents.

8.

On-Site Parking. On-site parking for low-barrier navigation centers, including bicycle parking, shall be subject to requirements as set forth in Article 86.

9.

Secure Storage. Low-barrier navigation centers are encouraged, but not required, to provide secure, locked storage facilities for residents' personal belongings.

(Ord. No. 6458, § VII, 12-5-2023)

Sec. 26-24-220. - Mixed-use development.

A.

Definition. A development that combines residential and non-residential uses either within a single building or in separate buildings on the same site. Mixed-use developments feature structural separations between the residential and non-residential spaces to allow the two (2) uses to be rented, leased, sold, or occupied separately.

B.

Standards.

1.

See Section 26-88-123 (mixed-use developments).

C1, C2, and LC zones:

a.

Allowed by-right if the development provides affordable housing on-site meeting the inclusionary requirements of Article 89 (affordable housing).

b.

All other mixed-use development requires a use permit.

3.

K zone:

a.

Must be located within an urban service area.

b.

The residential units must provide workforce housing serving an existing or proposed commercial use on the property.

c.

The residential units must be provided as affordable to very low- or low-income households, subject to Section 26-88-123 (mixed use developments). d.

No more than ten percent (10%) of the total gross project floor space may be in residential floor area.

e.

Allowed residential units in the mixed-used development are in addition to the allowed caretaker dwelling.

4.

PC zone:

a.

Must be located within an urban service area.

b.

The residential units must complement and be compatible an existing or proposed on-site commercial use.

c.

The residential floor area may not exceed eighty percent (80%) of the total floor area of the development.

(Ord. No. 6458, § VII, 12-5-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-24-230. - Mobile home parks.

A.

Definition. An area of land that accommodates two (2) or more mobile homes, manufactured homes, or recreational vehicles for single-family residential use, where individual home lots are rented or leased consistent with the Mobile Home Parks Act, Health and Safety Code Section 18200 et seq.

Excludes: Areas in agricultural zones with mobile homes that house twelve (12) or fewer agricultural employees.

B.

Standards.

See Section 26-88-100 (mobile home park standards).

Closure, cessation of use or conversion of a mobile home park to an alternate land use must comply with Section 26-92-090.

(Ord. No. 6458, § VII, 12-5-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-24-240. - Permanent supportive housing.

A.

Definition. Rental housing with no limit on length of stay, occupied by a special needs population as specified in the housing element, with on-site or off-site services assisting residents to retain their housing, improve their health status, and maximize their ability to live and, where possible, work in the community. Also "supportive housing."

B.

Standards.

Permanent supportive housing is a use by right in zones where multifamily and mixed uses are permitted.

Subject to the same density limitations and to the same regulations applicable to other residential dwellings of the same type (ex. single-family or multi-family residential) in the same zone.

(Ord. No. 6458, §§ VII, VIII, 12-5-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-24-250. - Residential community care.

A.

Definition. A facility that provides primarily nonmedical residential care for children and/or adults.

Includes: Family home, group care facility or similar licensed facility for 24-hour care of persons in need of personal services, supervision, or assistance essential for sustaining the activities of daily living or for the protection of the individual.

2.

Small residential care facility: Facilities serving six (6) or fewer persons.

3.

Large community care facility: Facilities serving seven (7) or more persons.

B.

Standards.

1.

Not allowed on land subject to a Williamson Act contract.

2.

Subject to the same density limitations and regulations applicable to other residential dwellings of the same type (ex. single-family residential) in the same zone. Subject to the same density limitations and regulations applicable to other residential dwellings of the same type (ex. multifamily) in the same zone.

(Ord. No. 6458, §§ VII, IX, 12-5-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-24-260. - Single-room occupancy.

A.

Definition. A living unit intended for occupancy by not more than two (2) persons, with a minimum floor area of one hundred fifty (150) square feet. Single room occupancy units may have partial kitchen and/or bathroom facilities pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 17958.1.

Small: Less than ten (10) SRO rooms

Large: Ten (10) or more SRO rooms.

B.

Standards.

1.

Compliance with county code Section 26-88-125 (single room occupancy facilities).

C1, C2, LC: only in designated urban service area

(Ord. No. 6458, § VII, 12-5-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-24-270. - State-regulated small employee housing.

A.

Definition. Employee housing, as defined in California Health and Safety Code §17008 and as provided in Health and Safety Code §17021.5, for six or fewer employees in a single-family dwelling.

1.

State-regulated small employee housing is not included within the definition of a boarding house, rooming house, hotel, dormitory, congregate housing or similar term that implies that the qualified employee housing is a business run for profit or differs in any other way from a single-family dwelling.

2.

Consistent with California Health and Safety Code §17021.5, use of a single-family dwelling as State-regulated small employee housing does not constitute a change in occupancy for purposes of State Housing Law (California Health and Safety Code §17910, et seq.) and local building codes.

B.

Standards.

1.

Subject to the same density limitations, standards, regulations, permit requirements, taxes, and fees applicable to other single-family dwellings of the same type in the same zone.

State-regulated small employee housing shall be established and maintained in compliance with any applicable Williamson Act contract.

C.

Permits.

1.

A use permit is required if the applicable zoning district requires a use permit for single-family dwellings.

2.

A permit to operate from the state Department of Housing and Community Development is required.

(Ord. No. 6458, § X, 12-5-2023)

Sec. 26-24-280. - Temporary occupancy of travel trailer.

A.

Definition. Temporary occupancy of a travel trailer or recreational vehicle on a residential property.

B.

Standards. See Section 26-88-010(p)

(Ord. No. 6458, § VII, 12-5-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-24-290. - Transitional housing.

A.

Definition. Housing with supportive services for persons or families in transition from a homelessness to permanent housing. The length of stay is typically six (6) months to two (2) years.

B.

Standards.

1.

CO, C1, C2, and C3, and LC zones: Transitional housing is allowed only when located in an existing, legal residential unit.

2.

Subject to the same density limitations and regulations applicable to other residential dwellings of the same type (ex. multi-family residential) in the same zone.

(Ord. No. 6458, §§ VII, XI, 12-5-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-24-300. - Work/live.

A.

Definition. A single unit with one (1) or more rooms, occupied and utilized by a single household, which accommodates both work activity and residential occupancy, in which the working space is predominant and the residential facilities secondary.

B.

Standards.

1.

See Section 26-88-124 (Work/live units).

2.

Must contain working space reserved for and regularly used for commercial or industrial use by one (1) or more residents of the unit.

3.

Must contain complete residential cooking, sleeping and sanitary facilities in compliance with all applicable building codes.

4.

M1 zone: Allowed only in urban service area.

(Ord. No. 6458, § VII, 12-5-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Article 26. - Retail Use Standards.[[12]]

Footnotes:

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Editor's note— Ord. No. 6335, § II, adopted February 9, 2021, repealed the former Art. 26, and § III(Exh. A) of the same ord. enacted a new article as set out herein. The former Art. 26 pertained to PC Planned Community District. See Ordinance List and Disposition Table for a detailed history of derivation.

Sec. 26-26-010. - Purpose of article.

This article provides standards for specific retail land uses in all zones.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-26-020. - Alcoholic beverage sales.

A.

Definition. A retail establishment that sells alcoholic beverages for off-site consumption.

1. Includes: Liquor stores, convenience stores, markets, and other similar establishments 2.

Excludes: Winery tasting rooms.

Small alcoholic beverage sales: Less than ten thousand (10,000) square feet of floor area.

Large alcoholic beverage sales: ten thousand (10,000) square feet or more of floor area. B.

Standards. See Section 26-88-195 (small alcoholic beverage sales).

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-26-030. - Bar, tavern, nightclub. A.

Definition. A business selling alcoholic beverages for on-site consumption where food service is subordinate to the sale of alcoholic beverages. 1. Includes: Cocktail lounges, entertainment (e.g., live music and/or dancing, comedy, etc.) as an accessory and incidental use 2. Excludes: Restaurants that serve alcoholic beverages. B. Standards. No unique use-specific standards. (Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-26-040. - Building and landscape materials sales. A.

Definition. A retail business selling hardware, lumber, building materials, paint, plants and landscaping products, garden supplies, and other similar merchandise. Typically requires the primary use of the site as exterior storage of lumber, equipment, stone, gravel, soil amendments, and other similar products. 1.

Includes: Heavy commercial uses for which storage, large or heavy merchandise, or commercial transportation facilities are necessary and usual to the operation.

Excludes: Nurseries selling only plants and landscaping products.

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-26-050. - Farm equipment and supplies sales and rental.

A.

Definition. An establishment selling, renting, and repairing agricultural machinery, equipment, and supplies for use in farming and ranching operations.

Includes: Retail sale of tractors, combines, animal feed, and other farm supplies. B.

Standards.

LC zone: Feed stores are a permitted use. (Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-26-060. - Firewood yard. A.

Definition. A business that cuts, splits, chips, sells, stores, and/or delivers firewood.

Includes: Associated large equipment and vehicle storage and retail sales.

B.

Standards.

1.

TP zone: Temporary or seasonal sales and promotion, and incidental storage of fuel wood which is grown on site is permitted by-right. Sale of wood grown off-site requires use permit approval.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-26-070. - Fuel dealers.

A.

Definition. The retail sale of fuel oil, butane, propane, and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), bottled or in bulk, as a principal use.

Excludes: Fuel stations selling gasoline or other motor vehicle fuels

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-26-080. - Fuel station, retail.

A.

Definition. A retail facility that sells gasoline or diesel to the public for the purposes of fueling motor vehicles, or for fueling gasoline or diesel-powered tools or appliances; or any facility for fueling rental motor vehicles with gasoline or diesel at the Sonoma County Airport, whether or not the gasoline or diesel is sold to the public.

Includes: Retail sales of motor vehicle fossil fuels; facilities for fueling rental motor vehicles with gasoline or diesel at the Sonoma County Airport.

Excludes: Vehicle maintenance and repair.

B.

Standards.

1.

Industrial zones: Must be appropriate to and in conjunction with industrial development permitted in the zone.

(Ord. No. 6405, § VI(Exh. C), 3-14-2023)

Editor's note— Ord. No. 6405, § VI(Exh. C), adopted March 14, 2023, amended § 26-26-080 in its entirety to read as herein set out. Former § 26-26-080 pertained to fuel station and derived from Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), adopted Feb. 9, 2021.

Sec. 26-26-081. - Fuel station, non-retail.

A.

Definition. Fossil fuel dispensing equipment operated solely by an owner, business, or agricultural operation to support that owner, business, or agricultural operation's own legally established uses, but not including any equipment used to provide fuel for sale to the public.

1.

Includes: Fuel support for legally established Commercial, Industrial, or Agricultural uses.

2.

Excludes: Retail sales, Private Auto or Retail Clubs, Vehicle maintenance and Repair, and Fuel Stations, Fueling facilities for rental motor vehicles at the Sonoma County Airport, Retail uses defined in Section 26-26-080.

B.

Standards.

1.

Industrial zones: Must be appropriate to and in conjunction with industrial development permitted in the zone.

(Ord. No. 6405, § VI(Exh. C), 3-14-2023)

Sec. 26-26-090. - General retail.

A.

Definition. A retail establishment selling merchandise to the general public.

1.

Includes: neighborhood markets, grocery stores, bakeries, drug stores, hardware stores, general merchandise stores, antique stores, second hand sales, convenience shops, pet stores, department stores, pet shops, florists, vehicle accessory stores, and other similar retail establishments.

B.

Standards.

C1 and LC zones: Limited to neighborhood-serving retail selling household commodities without a use permit.

C1 and LC zones: Antique stores, second hand sales, auction studios with use permit.

C3 zone: Limited to retail sales of heavy commercial goods not suited to other commercial zones, including sale of surplus goods.

K zone: Limited to visitor-oriented retail businesses which supply commodities such as groceries, prepared foods, drugs, or hardware.

Industrial zones: Limited to and in conjunction with industrial development permitted in the applicable industrial zone.

(Ord. No. 6403, 3-7-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-26-100. - Heavy equipment sales and rentals. A.

Definition. Sale and rental of construction and other heavy equipment.

1.

Includes: Sale and rental of cranes, earth moving equipment, and tractor trailers and other similar heavy trucks; outdoor sales yards, swap meets, flea markets, and auction yards.

2.

Excludes: Farm equipment and supplies sales, vehicle/boat sales. B. Standards. No unique use-specific standards. (Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-26-110. - Manufactured homes sales and rentals. A. Definition. Sale and rental of manufactured homes, mobile homes, and pre-fabricated structures. B. Standards. 1. Occupancy on the premises not allowed. (Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-26-120. - Nursery, retail.

A.

Definition. An establishment engaged in the propagation of trees, shrubs and horticultural and ornamental plants grown under cover or outdoors for sale to the public. Includes commercial scale greenhouses and establishments for the sale of plant materials, lawn and garden supplies, and related items. 1.

Includes: Commercial-scale greenhouses and lawn and garden supplies. 2. Excludes: Cannabis nurseries, wholesale nurseries. B. Standards. 1. Not allowed on properties subject to a Williamson Act contract. (Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-26-130. - Outdoor vendor. A. Definition. The sale of articles and agricultural or horticultural commodities on a small scale for profit or livelihood. 1. Excludes: The sale of lumber or other building material. B. Standards. 1. See Section 26-88-010(i), outdoor vendors. 2. Use may not be conducted within a building.

ct to a Williamson Act contract. (Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-26-130. - Outdoor vendor. A. Definition. The sale of articles and agricultural or horticultural commodities on a small scale for profit or livelihood. 1. Excludes: The sale of lumber or other building material. B. Standards. 1. See Section 26-88-010(i), outdoor vendors. 2. Use may not be conducted within a building.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-26-140. - Restaurants.

A.

Definition. A retail business selling ready-to-eat food for consumption on or off the premises.

1.

Includes: Full-service restaurants, fast-food restaurants, carry-out prepared foods for off-site consumption, coffee shops, cafes, and other similar eating establishments.

B.

Standards.

C1, LC, and K zones: Use permit required for restaurants serving alcohol.

2. M1 and M2 zones: Must be appropriate to and in conjunction with a permitted industrial development. 3. MP zone:

a.

Cafeterias, cafes and restaurants are permitted by-right when accessory to a primary permitted use on the site. b.

Restaurants that are not an accessory use but are appropriate to and in conjunction with an industrial development are allowed with a use permit.

(Ord. No. 6363 § II(Exh. A), 12-14-2021; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-26-150. - Vehicle/boat sales and rentals. A.

Definition. Sale and rental of automobiles, light trucks, recreational vehicles, campers, boats, motorcycles, and similar vehicles. B. Standards. 1. C2 and LC zone: Use permit required. Automobile sales only.

(Ord. No. 6403, 3-7-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Article 28. - Service Use Standards.[[13]] Footnotes: --- ( 13 ) ---

Editor's note— Ord. No. 6335, § II, adopted February 9, 2021, repealed the former Art. 28, and § III(Exh. A) of the same ord. enacted a new article as set out herein. The former Art. 28 pertained to CO Administrative and Professional Office District. See Ordinance List and Disposition Table for a detailed history of derivation. Sec. 26-28-010. - Purpose of article.

This article provides standards for specific service-based land uses in all zones. (Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-28-020. - Adult entertainment establishment. A.

Definition.

Adult entertainment establishment. An "adult entertainment establishment" is any place of business at which one (1) or more of the following activities is conducted:

1.

Adult bookstore means an establishment that devotes more than fifty percent (50%) of the total display, shelf, rack, table, stand or floor area utilized for the display of books and periodicals to the display and sale of the following:

a.

Books, magazines, periodicals or other printed matter, or photographs, films, motion pictures, video cassettes, slides, tapes, records or other forms of visual or audio representations which are characterized by an emphasis upon the depiction or description of specified sexual activities or specified anatomical areas; or

b.

Instruments, devices or paraphernalia which are designed for use in connection with specified sexual activities.

c.

An adult bookstore does not include an establishment that sells books or periodicals as an incidental or accessory part of its principal stock-in-trade and does not devote more than fifty percent (50%) of the total floor area of the establishment to the sale of books and periodicals.

2.

Adult motion picture theater means an establishment, whether open or closed, where, for any form of consideration, films, motion pictures, video cassettes, slides or similar photographic reproductions are shown, and in which a substantial portion of the total presentation time is devoted to the showing of material which is distinguished or characterized by an emphasis upon the depiction or description of specified sexual activities or specified anatomical areas for observation by patrons. A "substantial portion of the total presentation time" means the presentation of activities described above for viewing for more than fifty percent (50%) of the operating time.

3.

Adult motion picture arcade means any place to which the public is permitted or invited wherein coin or slug-operated or electronically, electrically or mechanically controlled still or motion picture machines, projectors or other image-producing devices are maintained to show images, in which a substantial portion of the total presentation time of the images so displayed are distinguished or characterized by an emphasis for depicting or describing specified sexual activities or specified anatomical areas. A "substantial portion of the total presentation time" means the presentation of activities described above for viewing on more than fifty percent (50%) of the operating time.

4.

Adult cabaret means a nightclub, bar, restaurant or similar establishment which during a substantial portion of the total presentation time features live performances which are distinguished or characterized by an emphasis on specified sexual activities or by exposure of specified anatomical areas and/or feature films, motion pictures, video cassettes, slides or other photographic reproductions which are distinguished or characterized by an emphasis upon the depiction or description of specified sexual activities or specified anatomical areas for observation by patrons. A "substantial portion of the total presentation time" means the presentation of activities described above for viewing for more than fifty percent (50%) of the operating time.

5.

Adult theater means a theater, concert hall, auditorium or similar establishment either indoor or outdoor in nature, which, for any form of consideration, regularly features live performances, a substantial portion of the total presentation time of which are distinguished or characterized by an emphasis on specified sexual activities or by exposure of specified anatomical areas for observation by patrons. A "substantial portion of the total presentation time" means the presentation of activities described above for viewing for more than fifty percent (50%) of the operating time.

6.

Massage establishment means:

a.

An establishment where, for any form of consideration, massage, alcohol rub, fomentation, electric or magnetic treatment, or similar treatment or manipulation of the human body is administered, unless such treatment or manipulation is administered by a medical practitioner, chiropractor, acupuncturist, physical therapist or similar professional person licensed by the state of California. This definition does not include an athletic club, health club, school, gymnasium, reducing salon, spa or similar establishment where massage or similar manipulation of the human body is offered as an incidental or accessory service.

b.

A massage establishment which provides only specialized massage services and is operated in accordance with the following provisions shall not be considered an adult entertainment establishment. The applicant shall submit proof of proficiency in the specialized field of practice. Proficiency may be established by proof of actual practice in the field of specialization for a period of three (3) years or completion of a course of instruction in the specialized field of practice at a school authorized to provide such instruction by the state of California. The period of practice shall be attested to, in writing, by no less than three (3) persons who meet the educational qualifications described in this paragraph or are members of a professional organization which is incorporated in the state of California which fosters or promotes the specialized field of practice.

Other businesses means any business not otherwise herein defined or identified which involves specified sexual activities or display of specified anatomical areas.

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B.
Standards. See Section 26-88-010(f) (entertainment establishment).
(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)
Sec. 26-28-030. - Banks and financial institutions.
A.
Definition. A financial institution providing retail banking services to walk-in customers and clients
1.
Includes: Federally-chartered banks, savings associations, industrial loan companies, credit unions payday lenders, and check cashing businesses.
2.
Excludes: Financial institutions that do not serve walk-in customers (see professional office).
B.
Standards.
1.
C1 and LC zones: 5,000 square feet maximum.
2.
Industrial zones: Must be appropriate to and in conjunction with a permitted industrial development.
(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)
Sec. 26-28-040. - Business support services.
A.
Definition. Facilities providing customers with maintenance, repair, testing, rental and other similar services.
1.
Includes: Copying and quick printing services; computer rental and repair; security guard services; janitorial services; household good rentals; security systems
services; soils and materials testing; electrical, plumbing and heating shops; business equipment and furniture rentals; moving and storage service companies
B.
Standards. No unique use-specific standards.
(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)
Sec. 26-28-050. - Cemeteries.
A.
Definition. A place used for the interment of human or animal remains
1.
Includes: Burial parks, mausoleums, crematories, columbariums, and memorial gardens.
B.
Standards.
1.
Not permitted on property subject to a Williamson Act contract.
(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)
Sec. 26-28-060. - Commercial horse facilities and stables.
A.
Definition. Facilities for the boarding and/or training of horses not owned by the property owner or occupant of an on-site residence, related shows, group lessons
and clinics, and similar activities.
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Includes: Commercial equestrian facilities, education or instruction facilities for horsemanship, riding academies, equestrian riding and driving clubs.

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-28-070. - Commercial kennels.

A.

Definition. A commercial facility keeping five (5) or more dogs and/or five (5) or more cats over four (4) months of age.

Includes: Boarding, breeding, buying, selling, renting, exhibiting, and training.

Excludes: Veterinary clinics, pet shops, animal shelters.

B.

Standards.

LIA zone: Prohibited on land subject to a Williamson Act contract.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-28-080. - Day care center.

A.

Definition. A facility providing non-medical care and supervisions to minors for periods of less than 24 hours.

Includes: Infant centers, preschools, nursey schools, sick-child centers, and school-age day care facilities.

Excludes: Family day care homes.

B.

Standards.

May be operated in conjunction with a school or religious meeting facility, or as an independent land use.

Not permitted on property subject to a Williamson Act contract.

LEA, DA, RRD, AR, and RR zones: May occupy no more than fifty percent (50%) of the parcel or ten (10) acres, whichever is less.

LEA, DA, RRD, AR, and RR zones, the use must be consistent with general plan policy LU-6e.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-28-090. - Homeless shelter.

A.

Definition. A facility operated by a governmental agency, non-profit organization, or a religious facility, that provides temporary overnight shelter for homeless persons.

Homeless Shelter, Emergency. A facility providing temporary, short-term emergency housing for individuals or families. The length of stay is generally not more than thirty (30) days and is typically less. On-site services may be provided.

2.

Homeless Shelter, Small Scale. A residential or mixed-use structure which provides temporary for up to ten (10) persons, and may include support services for the residents.

B.

Standards. 1. Emergency and Small-Scale Homeless Shelters. See Section 26-88-127 (homeless shelters) (Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-28-100. - Horse boarding. A. Definition. The keeping and training of horses not owned by the property owner or occupant. 1. Excludes: Group lessons and clinics, shows, and similar related activities. B. Permits. 1. Zoning Permit required in AR, DA, LEA, LIA, and RRD. C. Standards. 1. May include private lessons (one (1) trainer/one (1) student). 2. AR zone: Five (5) horses maximum. 3. Must be consistent with objective AR-4.1 and policy AR-4a of the agricultural resources element. 4. On a parcel under a Williamson Act contract, use must be consistent with Government Code Section 51200 et seq. (the Williamson Act) and local rules and regulations. D. Exclusions. 1. Shall not include group lessons 2. Group clinics 3. Shows or similar related activities (Ord. No. 6403, 3-7-2023; Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-28-110. - Lodging: Agricultural farmstay. A.

Definition. Transient lodging accommodations provided as part of an agricultural operation.

B.

Permits. Zoning permit required. C.

Standards. See Section 26-88-085 (agricultural farmstays). (Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-28-120. - Lodging: Agricultural marketing accommodations.

A.

Definition. Overnight guest accommodations to promote agricultural products grown or processed on-site.

B.

Standards. See Section 26-88-086 (marketing accommodations).

C.

Findings. When approving agricultural marketing accommodations, the review authority must find the use consistent with general plan policy LU-6d and LU-6f.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-28-130. - Lodging: Bed and breakfast (B&B).

A.

Definition. A residential structure with one (1) household or person in permanent residence with bedrooms rented for transient lodging and where meals may be provided.

B.

Permits. Zoning Permit required. C. Standards.

See Section 26-88-118 (special use standards for hosted rentals and bed and breakfast inns)

Maximum five (5) guest bedroom, except that up to ten (10) bedrooms allowed in the C2 and K zones.

Design Review required. 4. C1 and LC zones: a.

Must be established and maintained in conjunction with an existing or proposed commercial use on the property.

b.

Periodic special events may be allowed only if authorized by the use permit.

c. Outdoor amplified sound is prohibited at all times. d.

May not use more than one (1) single-family dwelling on a property. e.

Accessory structures may not be used for transient occupancy.

C2 and K zones:

a.

Periodic special events may be allowed only if authorized by the use permit.

b.

Outdoor amplified sound allowed only if authorized by the use permit.

c.

May include the use of no more than one (1) single-family dwelling and one (1) accessory structure for transient occupancy. No more than two (2) of the ten (10) guest rooms may be located in an accessory structure.

d.

If an accessory structure is used for transient occupancy, the total floor area available for use by guests, including guest rooms and common areas, may not exceed six hundred forty (640) square feet. Internal doorway or passage between the area available for use by guests and any remaining area of the accessory structure is not allowed.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-28-140. - Lodging: Hosted rental.

A.

Definition. A residential structure with one (1) household or person in permanent residence with one (1) bedroom rented for transient lodging, where meals may be provided.

B.

Permits. Zoning permit required.

C.

Standards.

1.

See Section 26-88-118 (special use standards for hosted rentals and bed and breakfast inns)

Maximum one (1) guest bedroom.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-28-150. - Lodging: Hotel, motel, and resort.

A.

Definition. Facilities with six (6) or more guest rooms or suites rented to the general public for transient lodging of less than thirty (30) days.

1.

Includes: On-site ancillary restaurants, meeting facilities, personal and spa services, recreational facilities, accessory retail uses.

B.

Standards.

1.

K zone:

a.

Maximum two hundred (200) rooms in urban service areas.

b.

Maximum one hundred (100) rooms in rural areas serviced by public sewer.

c.

Maximum fifty (50) rooms in all other locations.

Industrial zones: Must be appropriate to and in conjunction with industrial development permitted in the zone.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-28-160. - Lodging: Vacation rental.

A.

Definition. Vacation rental means the tenancy of residential property for a term of thirty (30) days or less that is subject to transient occupancy tax.

Excludes: Hosted rentals and bed and breakfast inns.

B.

Permits. Zoning permit and vacation rental license (Chapter 4 Article VII) required.

C.

Standards.

Permit Term. A vacation rental permit automatically expires upon sale or transfer of the parcel.

a.

Allowable Structures. A vacation rental is only allowed in the following:

i.

A detached single family dwelling unit.

ii.

A detached single family dwelling unit together with its legally established guest house.

b.

Restricted Structures. A vacation rental is not allowed in the following:

i.

A structure subject to a recorded governmental restriction, including covenants or agreements for an affordable housing unit, agricultural employee unit, farmworker housing, or a farm family dwelling.

ii.

A structure on a parcel under a Land Conservation (Williamson) Act contract.

iii.

A timeshare.

iv.

Any dwelling unit on a lot created pursuant to Government Code § 66411.7 or local ordinance adopted to implement Government Code § 66411.7.

v.

Any dwelling unit created pursuant to Government Code § 65852.21 or local ordinance adopted to implement Government Code § 65852.21.

vi.

An accessory dwelling unit or junior accessory dwelling unit.

c.

Maximum Occupancy. Maximum occupancy for a vacation rental is up to two (2) guests per bedroom, plus two (2) additional guests per property, up to a maximum of twelve (12) guests, not including children under three (3) years old.

d.

Wastewater Treatment Systems. If a vacation rental is on a conditional or non-standard septic system, or a septic system with capacity limited by a voluntary repair, the maximum occupancy is calculated using the number of bedrooms the septic system is designed to serve. Where no record exists showing size and capacity of the septic system, maximum occupancy is limited to four (4) guests, not including children under three (3) years old.

e.

One Vacation Rental per Parcel. Only one (1) vacation rental is allowed per parcel.

f.

Parking.

i.

Parking spaces must be provided as follows:

ii.

Required parking spaces must be provided on-site, except that one (1) required parking space may be provided on-street.

iii.

Where there is no on-site parking the maximum occupancy is limited to 4 guests, not including children under three (3) years old.

iv.

An on-site parking space must be at least nine (9) feet by twenty (20) feet.

v.

On-street parking must conform to the Sonoma County Parking Regulations and the California Vehicle Code.

vi.

A vacation rental permit cannot be issued where there is no on-site parking or on-street parking within five hundred (500) feet of the parcel.

(Ord. No. 6386, § V(Exh. A), 8-2-2022)

Editor's note— Ord. No. 6386, § V(Exh. A), adopted Aug. 2, 2022, repealed the former § 26-28-160 and enacted a new section as set out herein. The former § 2628-160 pertained to similar subject matter and derived from Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), adopted Feb. 9, 2021.

Sec. 26-28-165. - Lodging: timeshares.

A.

Definition. Any accommodation, or portion thereof, used pursuant to a timeshare plan.

1.

Accommodation, as used in the definition of timeshares, is any residential dwelling unit, condominium or cooperative unit, cabin, lodge, hotel or motel room, or other private or commercial structure containing toilet facilities.

2.

Person, for the purposes of this section, is a natural person, corporation, limited liability company, partnership, joint venture, association, estate, trust, government, governmental subdivision or agency, or other legal entity, or any combination thereof.

3.

Timeshare plan, as used in the definition of timeshares, is any arrangement, plan, scheme, or similar device, whether established by membership agreement, sale, lease, deed, license, right-to-use agreement, articles of organization or incorporation, operating agreement or bylaws, or by any other means, whereby a purchaser receives the right to exclusive use of an accommodation(s) or portion thereof, according to a fixed or floating time schedule, for a period of time less than a full year during any given year, on a recurring basis for more than one (1) year, but not necessarily for consecutive years. A timeshare plan shall be deemed to exist whenever such recurring rights of exclusive use to the accommodation(s), or portion thereof, are created, regardless of whether such exclusive rights of use are a result of a grant of ownership rights, possessory rights, membership rights, rights pursuant to contract, or ownership of a fractional interest or share in the accommodation(s), and regardless of whether they are coupled with an estate in real property such as a freehold interest or an estate for years in the property subject to the time-share plan.

4.

Timeshare interest, as used in the definition of timeshares, is the right to exclusively occupy an accommodation for a period of time on a recurring basis pursuant to a timeshare plan, whether or not coupled with an estate in real property.

Timeshare use means the use of one (1) or more accommodations or any part thereof, pursuant to a timeshare plan.

B.

Permits. A use permit is required.

C.

Standards.

Only permitted on parcels within the VR combining district.

Vacation rentals are prohibited in timeshares.

(Ord. No. 6424, § IV(Exh. C), 4-24-2023)

Sec. 26-28-170. - Maintenance and repair service, non-vehicular.

A.

Definition. A business that provides repair and/or maintenance services for appliances, computers, electronics, and other types of non-vehicular-related equipment that is brought to the facility by customers, or picked-up by the business from the client site.

Includes: Only maintenance and repair businesses that do not operate on the same site as a retail establishment which sells the products being maintained or repaired. When maintenance and repair services operate from a retail establishment that sells the products being maintained or repaired, these services are instead considered part of the retail use.

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-28-180. - Medical services: Hospitals.

A.

Definition. Facilities providing medical, psychiatric, or surgical services for sick or injured persons primarily on an in-patient basis.

Includes: ancillary facilities for outpatient and emergency treatment, diagnostic services, training, research, administration, and services to patients, employees, or visitors; emergency heliports.

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-28-190. - Medical services: offices and outpatient care.

A.

Definition. A facility other than a hospital where medical, mental health, surgical, and other personal health services are provided on an outpatient basis.

Includes: Offices for physicians; dentists; optometrists; diagnostic centers; out-patient care facilities; urgent care facilities; medical laboratories (e.g., blood and tissue testing, x-rays).

Excludes: Hospitals, medical research and development establishments, counseling services not provided by a medical doctor.

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-28-200. - Personal services.

A.

Definition. Facilities providing non-medical services to individuals as a primary use.

1.

Includes: Barber and beauty shops; clothing rental; dry cleaning stores; laundromats (self-service laundries; massage (licensed and therapeutic); shoe repair shops; tailors; tanning salons.

B.

Standards.

C1, LC: Only personal service establishments which perform services on the premises for persons residing in adjacent residential areas

K: Only personal service establishments intended primarily for travelers.

C1, LC, K: All retail sales and services uses shall be conducted entirely within an enclosed structure.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-28-210. - Professional office.

A.

Definition. A place of employment occupied by businesses or public agencies providing professional, executive, management, or administrative services.

1.

Includes: Offices for accountants, architects, advertising agencies, insurance agents, attorneys, commercial art and design services, non-retail financial institutions, real estate agents, news services, photographers, engineers, and other similar professions; includes offices for government agencies. 2.

Excludes: Heavy government services, public safety facilities.

B.

Standards.

1.

LC zone: Must provide services for persons residing in nearby residential areas.

K zone:

a.

Must be within an urban service area.

b.

Must primarily serve tourist commercial and recreational needs.

MP zone: Must be compatible with uses permitted in the zone.

M3 zone: Must be incidental to a permitted use.

PF zone:

a.

On-site administrative office incidental to a permitted use allowed by-right.

b.

Other office uses limited to government offices and require a Use Permit.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-28-220. - Vehicle maintenance/repair.

A.

Definition. The repair, servicing, alteration, restoration, towing, painting, cleaning, or finishing of automobiles, trucks, trailers, recreational vehicles, boats, and other vehicles.

1.

Includes: Collision repair, body work, painting/coating services, tire recapping, muffler and radiator shops, quick-lube services, tire and battery sales and installation, car washes and detailing, incidental wholesale and retail sale of vehicle parts as an accessory use

2.

Excludes: Automobile parking; repair shops that are part of a vehicle dealership on the same site; fuel stations; dismantling yards; repair of farm equipment.

B.

Standards.

Industrial zones:

a.

All work must be conducted inside and enclosed structure.

b.

All storage of materials, junk or non-operable vehicles must be screened.

c.

Vehicles may not be parked outside overnight.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-28-230. - Veterinary clinic.

A.

Definition. Office and indoor facilities providing medical treatment to animals.

Includes: Large and small animal veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, incidental retail sales of pharmaceuticals for the health care of the animals, kenneling of animals onsite.

B.

Standards.

RRD and AR zones: Treatment for farm animals and livestock only, not for companion and exotic animals.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Article 30. - Transportation, Energy and Public Facilities Use Standards.[[14]]

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Editor's note— Ord. No. 6335, § II, adopted February 9, 2021, repealed the former Art. 30, and § III(Exh. A) of the same ord. enacted a new article as set out herein. The former Art. 30 pertained to C1 Neighborhood Commercial District. See Ordinance List and Disposition Table for a detailed history of derivation.

Sec. 26-30-010. - Purpose of article.

This article provides standards for specific transportation, energy, public facilities and infrastructure uses in all zones.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-30-020. - Airfields and landing strips: Agricultural, resource or personal landing strip.

A.

Definition. A landing strip or heliport for agricultural crop dusting, allowed forestry, or personal use of the tenant or owner of the site.

B.

Standards.

LEA, DA, and RRD zones:

a.

On land subject to a Williamson Act contract, limited to private landing strips necessary for aircraft dedicated to aerial spraying and other agricultural purposes.

b.

Facilities for private passenger aircraft for personal convenience and transportation are not allowed.

TP zone: allowed only when incidental to permitted forestry and recreational related uses. (Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-30-030. - Airfields and landing strips: Restricted use airfield.

A.

Definition. A landing strip or heliport with no more than ten (10) based aircraft for exclusive use by a specific property, business, institution, or other defined entity. B.

Standards.

C3 and industrial zones: heliports only. (Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-30-040. - Dispatch facility. A.

Definition. A base facility from which service vehicles are dispatched.

Includes: Taxis and limousine dispatch, facilities where private ambulance vehicles and crews stand by for emergency calls. 2. Excludes: Public safety facilities. B. Standards. No unique use-specific standards. (Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-30-050. - Low temperature geothermal resource development. A.

Definition. Exploration and development of low temperature geothermal resources for other than power development purposes B. Standards. No unique use-specific standards. C.

Findings. To approve use permit, the review authority must find the proposed use to be compatible with surrounding land uses.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-30-060. - Marinas.

A.

Definition. A recreation-oriented small craft harbor.

Includes: Yacht clubs; fueling docks; Mooring, launching, boat storage facilities; incidental boat storage sales.

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-30-070. - Oil and gas exploration and extraction.

A.

Definition. Resource extraction facilities primarily engaged in producing crude petroleum and natural gas, recovering oil from oil sands and shales, and producing natural gasoline and cycle condensate.

1.

Includes: Exploration, drilling, oil and gas well operation and maintenance, operation of natural gas and cycle plants, the mining and extraction of oil from oil sands and shales, on-site processing only to the extent necessary to permit extraction, or to conform extracted crude to pipeline requirements.

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-30-080. - Parking facilities.

A.

Definition. Parking lots or structures operated by a public or a private entity providing parking for a fee.

Excludes: Parking lots accessory to an allowed use; towing, impound, and storage facilities.

B.

Standards. No use specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021) Sec. 26-30-090. - Public safety facilities.

A.

Definition. Facilities operated by public agencies that provide public safety services.

Includes: Fire stations; police and sheriff stations; related civic buildings; facilities may include kitchens; sleeping accommodations; areas for equipment maintenance; and ambulance dispatch facilities on the same site.

B.

Standards.

Prohibited on property subject to a Williamson Act contract.

The County will review proposals for new transmission lines or acquisition of easements for new transmission lines serving a Public Safety Facility for consistency with general plan policy PF-2t.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-30-100. - Public utility facilities.

A.

Definition. A permanent structure or facility providing a utility service to the general public.

Includes: Electricity generating plants; electric substations; solid waste collection, treatment and disposal; water reservoirs, storage, and pumping stations; water or wastewater treatment plants, and similar facilities.

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2.
Excludes: electrical distribution lines, underground water/sewer lines, and telecommunication facilities.
(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)
Sec. 26-30-110. - Renewable energy facilities.
A.
Definition. Renewable energy systems, including but not limited to wind, bioenergy, solar, low-temperature geothermal heating systems, geothermal heat pump
systems, and fuel cells and combinations thereof.
B.
Permits.
1.
See Section 26-88-200.
2.
In addition to permit requirements in Section 26-88-200 and special use standards in Section 26-88-208, a use permit is required for small wind energy systems
located:
a.
Within an urban service area; or
b.
Within 2,500 feet of an urban service area.
C.
Standards. See Sections 26-88-200, 26-88-202, 26-88-206, and 26-88-208.
(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)
Sec. 26-30-120. - Telecommunications facilities.
A.
Definitions. See Section 26-02-140 (Definitions).
B.
Commercial and Noncommercial Facilities. All commercial and noncommercial telecommunication facilities must comply with the standards in Section 26-88-130
(telecommunication facilities). The county will review and act on telecommunication facilities consistent with state and federal law. In case of conflict between this
section and higher law, higher law governs.
C.
Commercial Facilities.
1.
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Required Permits. Table 30-1 shows permits required for commercial telecommunication facilities. "ZP" indicates that a zoning permit is required pursuant to Section 26-30-120.E.

Table 30-1:Required Permits for Commercial Telecommunication Facilities

2.

PF Zone.

a.

Attached facilities are permitted by-right in the PF zone.

b.

Freestanding facilities in the PF zone are allowed subject to the standards and requirements in the base district which is predominant in the area outside of the boundary of the PF zone and in closest proximity to the proposed facility.

D.

Noncommercial Telecommunication Facilities. Table 30-2 shows permits required for noncommercial telecommunication facilities.

Table 30-2:Required Permits for Noncommercial Telecommunication Facilities

E.

Permits for Telecommunication Facilities.

1.

Public Notice. Public notice of a zoning permit application for a telecommunication facility must be mailed to adjacent property owners and posted on the property at least ten (10) days prior to application approval. The notice must describe the facility, include a site plan and one (1) elevation with dimensions of the facility, and state that the department will approve the zoning permit provided that no appeal pursuant to Section 26-92-040 has been received from any interested person. In the event of an appeal, a hearing on the project shall be held pursuant to the above section. Public notice of a use permit application shall be provided in accordance with Art. 92 and state law.

2.

Environmental Review. Commercial telecommunication facilities that require discretionary review also require environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Sec. 26-30-130. - Truck/bus/freight terminal.

A.

Definition. Transportation facilities furnishing services incidental to air, motor freight, and rail transportation with parking or storage of two (2) or more trucks, vehicles, or equipment other than private automobiles or farm equipment.

1.

Includes: Freight, forwarding services, freight terminal facilities, joint terminal and service facilities, packing, crating, inspection and weighing services, postal service bulk mailing distribution centers, transportation arrangement services, trucking facilities including transfer and storage, repair services for trucks using the facility.

B.

Standards. No unique use-specific standards.

(Ord. No. 6335, § III(Exh. A), 2-9-2021)

Article 54. - S Study District.