Chapter 18.22 — COMMERCIAL MIXED USE ZONE

The purpose of the commercial mixed use (CMU) zoning district is to allow a mix of land uses that may include commercial retail, service, or office and housing to support a variety of uses that effectively respond to changes in the market and promote economic vitality. The CMU zoning district is intended to be comprised of predominantly retail or service uses, in combination with other secondary and complementary uses (i.e., residential, office, or civic uses).

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

"Vertical mixed use." The combination of two or more uses in a single building, with each use typically occupying one or more floors of the building.

"Horizontal mixed use." The combination of two or more uses on a single site, with the uses sharing a building (e.g., a residential building "wrapped" by commercial uses) or two or more uses occupying separate buildings.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.22.030 - Development size.

A.

The minimum area per commercial development is 2,500 square feet, as indicated in Chapter 18.32.

B.

Minimum size of commercial/retail tenant space is 2,500 square feet of gross leasable area. Maximum size of commercial/retail tenant space is 40,000 square feet gross leasable area. Over 40,000 square feet of gross leasable space and up to a maximum 100,000 square feet is possible, with a conditional use permit. The use may be permitted, based on a traffic impact and parking analyses and corresponding circulation and parking plans and any required CEQA analysis, not previously addressed, that minimizes impacts to adjacent areas.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.22.040 - Mixing of uses.

A.

Each development project must include at least 50 percent minimum retail and up to a maximum of 100 percent retail gross leasable area, where 100 percent retail is permitted only in the early phases of the project (unless part of a larger commercial mixed-use development area that will contain a varied mix of commercial uses).

B.

Each development may include up to 50 percent residential, office, and civic uses.

C.

Multi-family housing may be eligible for a density bonus, per Chapter 18.47, "Residential Density Bonus and Density Incentives."

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017; Ord. No. 748, § 4, 5-15-2018)

Commercial mixed use development shall incorporate the following site design requirements:

A.

Access drives on local streets that connect with nearby major streets shall reduce curb cuts on major streets to ensure safe vehicular access.

B.

In commercial centers with internal traffic circulation routes and parking areas, pedestrian routes must be clearly marked with paving treatments and signage.

C.

Street trees shall be planted in landscape strips or tree wells along drive aisles and pedestrian walkways and in parking areas.

D.

Pedestrian amenities (street trees, sidewalks, and benches) shall be included along pedestrian walkways along building storefronts.

E.

A five-foot clear, unobstructed pedestrian path must be provided and maintained along the building storefronts for pedestrian access.

F.

Pedestrian connections to nearby uses and adjacent neighborhoods must be provided on tentative parcel maps and/or site plans.

G.

Commercial mixed use development is encouraged to be provided adjacent to transit. Transit stops, located within a CMU development, are preferred, but where transit is located outside of the development, nearby wayfinding signage shall be provided that clearly displays the location of transit stops.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.22.060 - Building design on mixed use sites.

A.

In general, commercial/retail uses in the CMU zoning district should be oriented toward a commercial street, visible and accessible from that street at the pedestrian level. However, commercial street frontage may include other nonresidential uses, as well as limited residential uses in the proportions defined in Section 18.22.040 and described in this section.

B.

In a vertical mixed use development in the CMU zoning district, commercial/retail uses should typically occupy the ground floor. Multi-story commercial/retail buildings with multiple tenants or a multi-story design for a single commercial/retail store are also permitted. Stories above the ground floor may include residential, office, or other nonresidential uses.

C.

In a horizontal mixed use development in the CMU district, commercial/retail uses should typically be oriented toward the commercial street front at the ground floor level. Where residential and other nonresidential uses are included, they should be located behind the commercial/retail street front and accessible from side and local streets.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

A.

Parking reductions, less than the total of the various uses, may be requested, based on the Urban Land Institute's Shared Parking Second Edition (2006) or another shared parking resource approved by the development services director. On-street parking may be included in parking calculations.

B.

An approved parking plan must be completed before a certificate of occupancy can be issued for a CMU project.

C.

Parking for nonresidential uses shall not exceed three per 1,000 square feet of gross leasable floor area.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

Chapter 18.26 - WATERFRONT DISTRICT SPECIFIC PLAN (WDSP)

The purpose of the waterfront district is to provide a mechanism for carrying out the goals, policies, objectives, and regulations of the waterfront district specific plan.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

Existing structures in the waterfront district may be occupied by new uses, only when such use is found by the development services director to be consistent with the land use descriptions found in Chapter 4, "Land Use Regulations," the land use map, and all other applicable provisions of the waterfront district specific plan.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

Certain uses shall be subject to site plan/architectural review, as specified by the waterfront district specific plan.

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(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.26.040 - Uses permitted with conditional use permit.

As specified by the waterfront district specific plan.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

Development standards for new or remodeled structures and uses are contained in the waterfront district specific plan and are to be considered minimum standards for the purposes of administering the regulations of this district.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.26.060 - Off-street parking.

A.

Any new construction or alteration to commercial districts within the specific plan, which requires additional off-street parking facilities, shall be satisfied by:

1.

Provision of the spaces required by the specific plan on-site; or

2.

Provided by entering into an agreement with the city for payment of fees in lieu of the provision of on-site spaces, as addressed in the specific plan.

B.

Such agreement shall provide for the following:

1.

Payment to the city in an amount equal to the value of the required parking on a per-parking-space basis. From time to time, the city council shall establish by resolution the value of the off-street parking facilities on a per-parking-space basis. Funds collected by the city from such payment shall be deposited in a special fund and used only by the city to acquire and/or develop off-street parking spaces and related facilities in the downtown public parking benefit area.

2.

Funds paid to the city in lieu of parking shall not be refundable, except where funds are not used within ten years.

3.

All in-lieu-of-parking fees shall be paid prior to the issuance of any license or permit by the city.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.26.070 - Nonconforming uses.

All nonconforming uses shall comply with the regulations in Chapter 18.68, "Nonconforming Uses."

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

Remodeled structures, alterations, additions, construction, removal or demolition, and signs shall be subject to the design review, as provided in the downtown waterfront specific plan.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

Chapter 18.28 - CIVIC, PARK, AND OTHER ZONES

The agricultural production and sales (APS) zoning district is intended to preserve agricultural lands in the city, while permitting compatible uses such as, the processing and packaging of agricultural products, recreation, the sales and marketing of agricultural products, and commercial uses, such as restaurants and bed and breakfast establishments. The APS zone is consistent with the agriculture and open space land use designation in the general plan.

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The park (P) zoning district is the primary park and recreation zone in the city allowing for a variety of permitted active and passive outdoor recreational uses. The zone also allows for compatible public facilities that may benefit from proximity to a park such as, community centers and libraries. The P zone is consistent with the park land use designation in the general plan.

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(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

The open space (OS) zoning district is intended for the preservation and restoration of open space areas for which the primary use is the retention of these lands in their natural state. Secondary or complementary uses may include trails, accessory buildings (such as maintenance structures), and passive power generation, where these do not impinge on the functionality of the open space areas to be preserved. The OS zone is consistent with the agriculture and open space land use designation in the general plan.

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The public/quasi-public (PQP) zoning district is intended to accommodate governmental, educational, community service (such as fire or law enforcement), religious, child care, or cultural facilities (galleries, art, and dance schools) that are complementary to community life. The PQP zone is consistent with the civic land use designation in the general plan.

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The planned unit development (PUD) permit is designed and intended to provide for the orderly development of land in conformance with the general plan and applicable specific plan. The permit would allow a flexible design approach to the establishment of a community environment equal to or better than that resulting from the application of the minimum standards of this title. The permit is designed and intended to accommodate various types of development such as neighborhood and district shopping centers, professional and administrative office areas, multi-family housing developments, single-family

residential developments, commercial service centers, or light industrial parks, or any other use or combination of uses, which can be made appropriately a part of a planned development. The underlying zoning districts and general plan land use designations will vary.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

Table 18.28.01, "Densities and Intensities in Civic/Park/Other Zones" shows the minimum and maximum build-out possible in each residential zone.

Table 18.28.01 Densities and Intensities in Civic/Park/Other Zones

Note: Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter (or code), all development shall be consistent with the adopted current version of the Travis Air Force Base Land Use Compatibility Plan, which as of writing of this document is the one adopted on October 8, 2015 (Resolution 15-17).

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017; Ord. No. 809, § 1, 8-20-2024)

Chapter 18.30 - SPECIAL USE STANDARDS[[2]]

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Editor's note— Ord. No. 809, § 1, adopted Aug. 20, 2024, amended the title of Ch. 18.30 to read as herein set out. The former Ch. 18.30 title pertained to specific use standards.

Amusement center, bowling alley, dance hall, and similar places of amusement may be conditionally permitted in the CR, CSF, or CMU district, subject to:

A.

Providing parking as required with ingress and egress designed so as to avoid traffic congestion;

B.

Providing a minimum six-foot masonry wall separating parking areas from abutting residential property; and

C.

Showing that adequate control or measures will be taken to prevent offensive noise and vibration.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.30.020 - Animal hospital.

An animal hospital shall:

A.

Be located no closer than 200 feet from any residential district, restaurant, hotel or motel, and be required to obtain a conditional use permit. The conditional use permit shall be subject to revocation and/or modification for any condition found by the planning commission to be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare;

B.

If a building permit is required, prior to issuance of a permit, the applicant must show that adequate measures and controls shall be taken to prevent a public nuisance, as defined in Chapter 18.66, "Performance Standards." These measures and controls shall include such items as the provision of additional insulation and ventilation to prevent offensive noise and odor. No incineration of refuse shall be permitted on the premises except on approval of the development services director and fire chief;

C.

Only provide boarding which is medically necessary for the animal. An animal hospital shall not operate as a kennel.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.30.030 - Bakery or laundry.

A bakery, creamery, laundry, cleaning and dyeing establishment shall:

A.

Provide off-street loading spaces, as required in Chapter 18.42, "Parking and Loading Areas;"

B.

Be entirely enclosed within a building;

C.

Show that adequate controls or measures will be taken to prevent offensive noise, vibration, odor, and glaring lights, as defined in Chapter 18.66, "Performance Standards."

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

In order for a use permit for a bed and breakfast inn to be approved, the following development criteria shall be met:

A.

All standards of the underlying zoning district, including but not limited to, height, lot and yard requirements, and lot coverage shall apply.

B.

One additional off-street parking space shall be provided for each room available for lodging purposes. Tandem parking may be deemed as meeting this requirement.

C.

If more than one person who resides off the premises is employed, one additional off-street parking space for every two such employees shall be provided.

D.

Bed and breakfast facilities shall be subject to all applicable building, fire, health, and safety codes.

E.

No person who is paying rent in exchange for lodging shall occupy a guest room on the premises for more than 14 consecutive nights.

F.

The scale and appearance of bed and breakfast facilities within the RL district shall remain primarily residential in character. All buildings and site improvements shall be similar to, and compatible in design with, the surrounding neighborhood and adjacent residences.

G.

One externally lighted sign shall be allowed on the premises. The sign may be either wall-mounted or freestanding, and shall not exceed six square feet in area. Freestanding signs shall not exceed five feet in height. The development services director shall have authority to review and approve, approve with conditions, or deny the location, size, materials and design of any sign proposed in conjunction with a bed and breakfast facility.

H.

Operation of the facility must comply with all applicable county health department regulations.

I.

The parking requirements of Chapter 18.42, "Parking and Loading Areas," may be fulfilled by arranging for the shared use of an off-site parking facility or participation in a parking assessment district, so long as the parking facilities to be used are located within 300 feet walking distance of the proposed bed and breakfast inn.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

Circuses, fairs, revivals, or similar temporary establishments involving assemblages of people and automobiles shall be permitted for a brief duration not to exceed fourteen days and providing a temporary use permit, as defined in Chapter 18.73, is first secured in each case in the CR, CFS, CMU, APS, P, and PQP districts.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.30.060 - Concrete and asphaltic concrete plants—Construction storage yards.

Concrete and asphaltic concrete mixing plants and construction storage yards incidental to construction or public works projects may be allowed in the APS or CFS district for a limited period provided a temporary use permit is first secured in each case.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.30.070 - Concrete or asphaltic mixing plant, construction storage yards.

Concrete and asphaltic concrete mixing plants, and construction storage yards incidental to construction on public works projects in all districts shall:

A.

Show that adequate controls or measures will be taken to prevent offensive noise, odor, dust, fumes, smoke or vibration as defined in Chapter 18.66, "Performance Standards;" and

B.

Be so located that traffic generated will not constitute a hazard or nuisance to surrounding property.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.30.080 - Dancehalls, liquor-serving establishments, places of amusement, or recreation.

No dancehall, roadhouse, nightclub, commercial club, or any establishment where liquor is served, or commercial place of amusement or recreation, or any place where entertainers are provided, whether as social companions or otherwise, shall be established in any district closer than 200 feet to any boundary of any residential district, unless a conditional use permit is first secured in each case.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

In accordance with California Code Section 65583(a)(4), emergency shelters shall be subject to the following provisions:

A.

Distance Separation Requirements. No emergency shelter shall be located within 300 feet of any other emergency shelter.

B.

Occupancy. An emergency shelter shall not exceed 40 residents, excluding staff.

C.

Length of Occupancy. Any single resident's stay shall not exceed six consecutive months.

D.

Zone Specific Development Standards. An emergency shelter shall comply with all development standards of the applicable zoning district in which it is located.

E.

Parking Requirements. Emergency shelters shall provide one parking space for every staff member or one parking space for every ten temporary residents, or as based on the demonstrated need.

F.

Management. An emergency shelter must adequately comply with the management standards:

1.

There shall be space inside the building so that prospective and current residents are not required to wait on sidewalks or any other public rights-of-way.

2.

Security shall be provided on-site during hours of operation.

3.

On-site management shall be provided by at least one emergency shelter staff member at all times while residents are present at the shelter.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017; Ord. No. 809, § 1, 8-20-2024)

Merchandise, whether for sale or rent, shall not be placed in display upon the public right-of-way except by temporary use permit, as defined in Chapter 18.74, and review and approval of the development services director.

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18.30.110 - Minerals or natural materials removal.

Removal of minerals or natural materials, including building and construction materials to be used for commercial purposes, may be allowed for a limited period in any district provided a conditional use permit is first secured in each case.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.30.120 - Multi-family dwellings.

Multi-family dwellings shall be construed to include, but shall not be limited to, flexible housing forms that may include duplex/duet units, triplex units, fourplex, attached and detached townhomes, green court, and podium-level dwelling types. The city shall not restrict flexible housing forms, provided that all site and architectural design requirements are met as part of the development plan process.

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18.30.130 - Printing or blueprinting.

A newspaper or commercial printing shop, or blueprinting shop shall:

A.

Be entirely enclosed within a building;

B.

Provide off-street loading space in proportion to the number of truckloads per day, as defined in Chapter 18.42, "Parking and Loading Areas;"

C.

Show that adequate controls or measures will be taken to prevent offensive noises or vibration, as defined in Chapter 18.66, "Performance Standards."

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

The following regulations shall apply to all private stables:

A.

The minimum lot area upon which a horse may be kept is two and one-half acres, up to a maximum of four horses. One additional horse may be kept for each 20,000 square feet by which the parcel of land exceeds two and one-half acres.

B.

Stables shall be located a minimum of 25 feet from the side lot lines, and a minimum 60 feet from the front lot line, and a minimum 20 feet from the rear lot line. Paddocks shall be located on the rear half of the lot, and no closer than 40 feet from any dwelling on the same or adjoining property.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

A train or bus station shall be located so that generated traffic will not constitute a hazard or nuisance to surrounding property, as defined in Chapter 18.66, "Performance Standards."

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.30.160 - Satellite dish antennas.

A.

Residential Zones.

1.

Antenna size, maximum diameter, 12 feet;

2.

Setbacks:

a.

Rear: Five feet.

b.

Side: Five feet.

c.

Street side: Ten feet.

3.

Front yard locations are prohibited.

4.

Height:

a.

Pole-mounts: 15 feet.

b.

Roof-mounts and pole-mounts attached to the structure are subject to review by planning commission.

5.

Number. One satellite dish antenna per lot in addition to normal television and radio antennas.

B.

Commercial Zones.

1.

Installations shall be subject to site plan review by the planning commission, as authorized by this title.

2.

Installation shall not be permitted within front and street side landscaped areas.

3.

Installation shall, by location and design, minimize visibility from adjoining residential properties and rightsof-way.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

Purpose. This section is intended to achieve the goals of the city's housing element and of the California Government Code by permitting accessory dwelling units, thereby increasing housing opportunities for the community through use of existing housing resources and infrastructure.

The following regulations shall apply to all accessory dwelling units in a residential zoning district:

A.

An accessory dwelling unit may be established on any residentially zoned parcels, in any district where single-family or multi-family dwellings are a permitted use; and on any lot with an existing or proposed single-family or multi-family dwelling.

B.

Accessory dwelling units are a residential use that shall be consistent with the existing general plan and zoning designation for the lot.

C.

There will be only up to one accessory dwelling unit and one junior accessory dwelling unit per lot.

D

The accessory dwelling unit can either be attached to and designed to be located within the living area of the existing dwelling or detached from and no less than five feet from the existing single-family dwelling.

E.

The proposed increase in gross floor area of an attached or detached accessory dwelling unit shall not exceed 50 percent of the existing living area up to a maximum of 1,000 square feet.

F.

Accessory dwelling units shall be located no closer than four feet from any side or rear property lines, be on the rear 50 percent of the lot and must meet the requirements of Section 18.31 (Standards for Residential Districts), Table 18.31.01 (Development standards in residential zones).

G.

[Reserved.]

H.

An internal ADU may be constructed regardless of whether it conforms to the current zoning requirement for building separation or setbacks.

I.

If an internal ADU is proposed to be constructed within an existing accessory structure, the city shall ministerially permit an expansion of the existing accessory structure by up to 150 square feet for the purpose of accommodating ingress and egress.

J.

If an existing structure is demolished and replaced with an accessory dwelling unit, an accessory dwelling unit may be constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as the demolished structure.

K.

The accessory dwelling unit shall be architecturally integrated into the existing building design.

L.

Foundation. An accessory dwelling unit shall be constructed on a permanent foundation.

M.

The accessory dwelling unit shall not be placed on top of any easements.

N.

Connection Fees. A local agency is prohibited from requiring a new or separate utility connection for an accessory dwelling unit if contained within the existing space of a single-family residence or accessory structure (in accordance with Government Code Section 65852.2(f)).

O.

Parking.

1.

Maximum of one space per unit or one space per bedroom, whichever is less. Tandem parking on an existing driveway is allowed, which may be within setback areas.

2.

No additional parking for accessory dwelling units can be required when:

a.

An accessory dwelling unit is located:

i.

Within one-half mile walking distance of public transit;

ii.

Within an architecturally and historically significant historic district;

iii.

Within an existing primary residence or an existing accessory structure;

iv.

Within an area where off-street parking is required, but no permit is offered to the occupant of the accessory dwelling unit;

v.

Within one block of a car share vehicle.

3.

When a garage, carport, or covered parking structure is demolished in conjunction with the construction of an accessory dwelling unit or converted to an accessory dwelling unit, replacement parking stalls are not required for the demolished parking structure.

P.

Rental.

1.

An accessory dwelling unit may be rented but shall not be sold or otherwise conveyed separately from the primary dwelling, unless the requirements of California Government Code Section 65852.26 are met.

2.

The rented unit shall not be leased for any period less than 30 days.

Q.

Recordation of Deed Restriction. An executed deed restriction, on a form provided by the city, shall be submitted to the city prior to issuance of a building permit and shall be recorded prior to final occupancy. The deed restriction shall stipulate all of the following:

1.

That the rented unit shall not be rented for any period less than 30 days at a time; and

2.

That the accessory dwelling shall not be sold separately from the primary dwelling.

3.

For junior accessory dwelling units, restrictions on size and attributes in conformance with this section.

R.

Ministerial Consideration.

1.

New Construction. If the development services department receives an application to construct an accessory dwelling unit (by either adding on to an existing structure, or constructing a new detached structure), and the proposal meets all of the requirements of this code as determined by Section 18.30.170 (Accessory Dwelling Units), then within 60 days of receipt of a complete application for the accessory dwelling unit, the development services department staff shall ministerially approve the application without a hearing.

2.

No Expansion. If the applicant will not be adding floor area, and instead has submitted a complete application for an accessory dwelling unit entirely within the existing space of a single-family residence or accessory structure, then the director shall, without a hearing, ministerially approve a complete application for a building permit to create an accessory dwelling unit if all of the following apply:

a.

The unit is contained entirely within the existing space of a single-family residence or accessory structure (without adding floor area to the existing residence or accessory structure) and doesn't exceed 50 percent of the existing primary dwelling.

b.

The unit is in any district where single-family or multi-family dwellings are a permitted use.

c.

On any lot with an existing or proposed single-family or multi-family dwelling.

d.

The unit has independent exterior access from the existing residence.

e.

Fire sprinklers are provided to the same extent that they are required for the primary residence.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017; Ord. No. 774, § 3, 8-18-2020; Ord. No. 809, § 1, 8-20-2024)

18.30.180 - Stadium or auditorium.

A stadium or auditorium shall:

A.

Have multiple points of access and accommodate pedestrian, bicycle, and transit access;

B.

Provide parking as required in Chapter 18.42; and

C.

Show that adequate controls or measures will be taken to prevent offensive noise or light as defined in Chapter 18.66, "Performance Standards."

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.30.190 - Transitional and supportive housing.

A.

Supportive and Transitional Housing, Generally. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 65583(c) (3), transitional and supportive housing constitute a residential use and are subject only to those restrictions that apply to other residential uses of the same type in the same zoning district.

B.

Supportive Housing, Up to 50 Units. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 65651, supportive housing development with up to 50 supportive housing units shall be permitted by right in all zoning districts where multi-family and mixed-use residential development are permitted provided the development satisfies all of the following requirements:

1.

All supportive housing units within the development are subject to a recorded affordability restriction for 55 years.

2.

One hundred percent of the units, excluding managers' units, within the development are dedicated to lower-income households and are receiving public funding to ensure affordability of the housing to lowerincome Californians. For purposes of this paragraph, "lower-income households" has the same meaning as defined in Section 50079.5 of the Health and Safety Code.

3.

At least 25 percent of the units in the development or 12 units, whichever is greater, are restricted to residents in supportive housing who meet criteria of the target population. If the development consists of fewer than 12 units, then 100 percent of the units, excluding managers' units, in the development shall be restricted to residents in supportive housing.

4.

The developer shall provide the information required by California Government Code Section 65652 to the planning division.

5.

Nonresidential floor area shall be used for onsite supportive services in the following amounts:

a.

For a development with 20 or fewer total units, at least 90 square feet shall be provided for onsite supportive services.

b.

For a development with more than 20 units, at least three percent of the total nonresidential floor area shall be provided for onsite supportive services that are limited to tenant use, including, but not limited to,

community rooms, case management offices, computer rooms, and community kitchens.

6.

The developer replaces any dwelling units on the site of the supportive housing development in the manner provided in paragraph (3) of subdivision (c) of Section 65915.

7.

Units within the development, excluding managers' units, include at least one bathroom and a kitchen or other cooking facilities, including, at minimum, a stovetop, a sink, and a refrigerator.

8.

Notwithstanding any other provision of this section to the contrary, the local government shall, at the request of the project owner, reduce the number of residents required to live in supportive housing if the project-based rental assistance or operating subsidy for a supportive housing project is terminated through no fault of the project owner, but only if all of the following conditions have been met:

a.

The owner demonstrates that it has made good faith efforts to find other sources of financial support.

b.

Any change in the number of supportive service units is restricted to the minimum necessary to maintain project's financial feasibility.

c.

Any change to the occupancy of the supportive housing units is made in a manner that minimizes tenant disruption and only upon the vacancy of any supportive housing units.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017; Ord. No. 809, § 1, 8-20-2024)

18.30.200 - Warehouse.

A warehouse shall provide parking as required in Chapter 18.42 and shall show that any stored material will not constitute a hazard to surrounding property.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

At all vehicular intersections with public streets, clear vision shall be maintained as follows:

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A.

Extend curb lines of the two intersecting streets to point A where the lines intersect.

B.

Locate points B and C by measuring 40 feet from point A along the curblines of each intersecting street, where the intersection involves a collector or arterial street; 25 feet for residential street intersections.

C.

The "clear vision triangle," defined by points A, B and C, shall be free of all obstructions between three feet and eight feet in height, except for sign poles and tree trunks no greater than six inches in diameter.

D.

Minor deviations may be permitted by the Planning Commission at the recommendation of the Development Services Director and Public Works Director.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.30.220 - Family day care homes—Large.

A large family day care home shall be allowed in single family residential dwelling zones, upon the issuance of a family day care permit by the Zoning Administrator and in compliance with the following standards:

A.

Notice shall be given to properties within 100 feet of the proposed family day care home at least ten days prior to consideration of the permit.

B.

The permit shall be considered without public hearing unless a hearing is requested by the applicant or other affected party by the hearing deadline date. The applicant or other affected party may appeal the zoning administrator's decision to the city council.

C.

The family day care function shall be incidental to the residential use of the property.

D.

The large family day care home shall not locate within:

1.

Three hundred feet of another such facility with said measurement being defined as the shortest distance between the property lines of any such facilities.

2.

One thousand two hundred feet of another such facility along the same street with said measurements being defined as the shortest distance between front property lines as measured along the same street of any such facilities.

E.

The owner must provide a double-wide driveway which shall be paved to meet city standards and be a minimum of 16 feet wide and 19 feet in depth as measured from the edge of sidewalk to any vertical construction. The driveway shall be available during all hours of operation for the loading and unloading of children. If a garage exists on site, it must be utilized for parking of personal vehicle(s). In the event that less than a two-car garage exists on site, the owner must designate and area on site other than on the driveway so that a total of two personal vehicles can be parked on site, including the garage. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the applicant must comply with all other Code provisions as to parking and traffic.

F.

If, in the opinion of the zoning administrator, there is a potential for significant traffic problems, the zoning administrator shall request review of the application by the city traffic engineer. The city traffic engineer may impose accessory requirements for the day care permit in these instances to ensure maintenance of traffic safety levels within the vicinity of the home.

G.

Adequate outdoor play space shall be required and determined on a case-by-case basis. Outdoor play activity shall not be allowed in the front or exterior side yard of the home.

H.

Play area shall be designed and located to reduce the impact of noise on surrounding properties.

I.

A business license will be obtained concurrently within the use permit.

J.

At the city's discretion, an annual review of the permit may be done to determine compliance with state and city requirements and the permit's conditions of approval.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017; Ord. No. 748, § 4, 5-15-2018)

Portable storage unit:

Any container designed for the outdoor storage of personal property which is typically rented to owners or occupants of residential property for their temporary use on the exterior of the property and which is delivered to the property and removed by vehicle.

Portable storage units shall be permitted in residential zoning districts only on lots containing dwelling units subject to the following requirements:

A.

Portable storage units shall be permitted for a period not to exceed seven consecutive days within a six month period.

B.

Portable storage units shall not exceed a cumulative gross floor area of 140 square feet for each dwelling unit and shall not exceed a height of eight and one-half feet and a length of 16½ feet.

Portable storage units shall be permitted in commercial, industrial or public/semi-public zoning districts only as accessory uses incidental to a permitted commercial, industrial or public/semi-public principal use.

Portable storage units shall not be located in any required open space, landscaped area, on any street or sidewalk or in any public right-of-way or utility easement, in any location that interferes with vehicular or pedestrian circulation, in any required off-street parking space, in any location that restricts safe ingress or egress of buildings, in any location that hinders access to fire hydrants or utility shut-off valves, or in any location that obstructs a clear sight triangle or clear sight distance.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

ARTICLE III. - GENERAL DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS Chapter 18.31 - STANDARDS FOR RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS

[18.31.005] - [Table of development standards in residential zones.]

Table 18.31.01 Development Standards in Residential Zones

Accessory Structure (in feet)

Notes:

• [1 ] Lot coverage includes primary buildings, accessory buildings, covered parking, and covered patios.

• [2 ] Garage shall not be closer than 15 feet to the front property line.

• [3 ] Garage setback shall be no closer than three feet to the rear property line.

• [4 ] A secondary dwelling shall not exceed 20 feet in height, except when the unit is attached to the primary

• unit, the maximum height shall be that established for the primary dwelling in the underlying zoning district.

• [5 ] For courtyard and green court site plans, and to allow for paseos and other pedestrian pathways, where

• included in the site design.

[6 ] No required maximum to allow for parking lots and courtyards, as relevant to the design of the dwelling units.

[7 ] For junior accessory dwelling units and internal ADUs, no setbacks and height required, other than that of the primary dwelling.

[8 ] Conversion and replacing applies only to existing, permitted accessory dwelling units.

[9 ] The following exceptions apply:

• A height 18 feet for a detached accessory dwelling unit on a lot with an existing or proposed single family or multi-family dwelling unit that is within one-half of one mile walking distance of a major transit stop or a high-quality transit corridor, as those terms are defined in Section 21155 of the Public Resources Code. An additional two feet in height to accommodate a roof pitch on the accessory dwelling unit that is aligned with the roof pitch of the primary dwelling unit.

• A height of 18 feet for a detached accessory dwelling unit on a lot with an existing or proposed multifamily, multi-story dwelling.

• A height of 25 feet or the height limitation in the local zoning ordinance that applies to the primary dwelling, whichever is lower, for an accessory dwelling unit that is attached to a primary dwelling.

10 The proposed increase in gross floor area of an attached or detached accessory dwelling unit shall not exceed 50 percent of the existing living area.

11 Please refer to section 18.30.170 H., I., J.

• H. An internal ADU may be constructed regardless of whether it conforms to the current zoning requirement for building separation or setbacks;

• I. If an internal ADU is proposed to be constructed within an existing accessory structure, the city shall ministerially permit an expansion of the existing accessory structure by up to 150 square feet for the purpose of accommodating ingress and egress;

• J. If an existing structure is demolished and replaced with an accessory dwelling unit, an accessory dwelling unit may be constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as the demolished structure.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017; Ord. No. 774, § 3, 8-18-2020; Ord. No. 809, § 1, 8-20-2024)

18.31.010 - Usable open space in the medium-density residential zone.

A.

For the RM district, the following types of usable open space are recommended for multi-family units:

1.

To provide access to planned or existing spaces and facilities that accommodates family needs and active play areas for kids, and/or passive open space areas (such as walking trails) within one-quarter-mile of 90 percent of the multi-family units.

2.

Each multi-family unit should also have access to a combination of private open space (balconies or small patios, for example) and publicly accessible open space (common greens, community room, pool area, etc.).

B.

The method of computation of usable open space provided for multi-family units should be as follows:

1.

Private patios, when directly accessible to the dwelling unit to which it is appurtenant; such patios shall be completely enclosed on all sides by a fence which is a minimum of three feet in height.

2.

Balconies and lanais, when directly accessible to the unit to which they are appurtenant; such balconies and lanais must have a minimum dimension of five feet.

3.

Swimming pool areas, including the hard-surface deck, which normally surrounds such pools.

4.

Indoor recreation activity rooms, provided these rooms are permanently maintained for the use of tenants for various recreation activities. Such activity rooms shall not include lobbies, but may include common steam rooms, sauna baths, or the like.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.31.020 - Usable open space in the high-density residential (RH1 and RH2) and residential mixed-use zones.

A.

For the RH1, RH2, and RMU districts, the following types of usable open space are recommended for multi-family units:

1.

To provide access to planned or existing spaces and facilities that accommodates family needs and active play areas for kids, and/or passive open space areas (such as walking trails) within one-quarter-mile of 90 percent of the multi-family units.

2.

Each multi-family unit should also have access to a combination of private open space (balconies or small patios, for example) and publicly accessible open space (common greens, community room, pool area, etc.)

B.

The method of computation of usable open space provided should be as follows:

The following areas should be computed at one and one-quarter times the area actually devoted to such use:

a.

Private patios, when directly accessible to the dwelling unit to which it is appurtenant; such patios shall be completely enclosed on all sides by a fence which is a minimum of five feet in height.

b.

Balconies and lanais, when directly accessible to the unit to which they are appurtenant; such balconies and lanais must have a minimum dimension of five feet;

c.

Swimming pool areas, including the hard-surface deck, which normally surrounds such pools.

d.

Indoor recreation activity rooms provided these rooms are permanently maintained for the use of tenants for various recreation activities. Such activity rooms shall not include lobbies, but may include common steam rooms, sauna baths or the like.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

Chapter 18.32 - STANDARDS FOR COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS

[18.32.010] - [Table of development standards in commercial zones.]

Table 18.32.01 Development Standards in Commercial Zones

Notes:

1 May be exceeded with a Conditional Use Permit.

2 Side setback must be at least the minimum side setback of the adjacent residential zone on each relevant side.

3 May be located at back of sidewalk if adjacent to nonresidential use or up to 20 feet, if located adjacent to residential.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

Chapter 18.33 - STANDARDS FOR CIVIC/PARK/OTHER DISTRICTS

[18.33.010] - [Table of development standards in civic/park/other zones.]

Table 18.33.01 Development Standards in Civic/Park/Other Zones

Lot Size

Notes:

1 May be exceeded with a Conditional Use Permit.

2 Side setback must be at least the minimum side setback of the adjacent residential zone on each relevant side.

3 May be located at back of sidewalk if adjacent to nonresidential use or up to 20 feet, if located adjacent to residential.

4 Minimum side setbacks shall be at least the minimum adjacent residential setbacks.

5 When adjacent to a residential zone, height(s) of PQP building(s) may not exceed maximum height limit

of residential zone. When adjacent to a nonresidential zone, height of PQP building(s) to be determined by use, but heights over 45 feet (four stories) must be approved by a CUP.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

Chapter 18.34 - FENCES AND WALLS

18.34.010 - Fence and walls by zoning district.

A.

The height of side and rear yard fences, hedges, or walls behind the front setback line in any residential district shall not exceed six feet.

B.

Fence and wall height by zoning district are shown in Table 18.34.01.

Table 18.34.01 Height Limits by Zoning District

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017; Ord. No. 805, § 1, 10-3-2023)

18.34.020 - Fences and walls around storage areas.

Outdoor storage yards, corporation yards or light industrial uses may be enclosed by a fence or walls not to exceed eight feet in height. The fence shall be of solid construction to adequately screen the enclosed area from view.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.34.030 - Outdoor sales, storage, or rental lot.

Outdoor sales, storage, and rental lots shall show that adequate measures and controls will be taken to prevent offensive lights, noise, odors, and dust and shall have a minimum six-foot-high solid-board fence, or equal, separating the lot from abutting residential uses. Where these activities are approved subject to a conditional use permit, the development services director or planning commission may require additional screening as deemed to be appropriate.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.34.040 - Measuring fence and wall height.

A.

Fence and wall height shall be measured from the ground level beneath the fence or wall to the top of the fence or wall.

B.

Where fences are installed on sloping property, the height of the fence can be measured from the ground level on the uphill slope or the highest parcel to the top of the fence, as shown in Figure 18.34.01.

C.

Where a fence or wall rests on a retaining wall, the overall combined height may not exceed ten feet, as measured from the ground level at the bottom of the retaining wall to the top of the fence or wall, as shown in Figure 18.34.01.

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Figure 18.34.01

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

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A.

Fences and Walls within Publicly Accessible Areas. Fencing around multi-family development is intended to protect the safety of children and serve as a visual enhancement, not to screen units, which must remain visible from publicly accessible areas. Fencing for single-family rear yards adjacent to publicly accessible areas or open space, must consist of perimeter fencing that is a minimum 50 percent open. Where fences and walls are not adjacent to publicly accessible areas such as, residential dwellings adjacent to uses in the CSF zone, fencing may be solid.

B.

Swimming Pool Enclosure. Swimming pools in multi-family developments must be enclosed by a fence or wall that is a minimum six feet high to protect children.

C.

Recreational court fencing, such as tennis and basketball courts, must be constructed to conform to relevant American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards.

D.

Chain-link fences are not permitted in front, side, and rear yard residential districts.

E.

Chain-link fences are permitted on vacant commercial district properties. The following development criteria shall be met:

1.

Fences shall be placed on the perimeter of the property.

2.

Fences shall not exceed six feet in height.

3.

If property is subdivided and a remainder portion of the property remains vacant, a chain-link fence is permitted.

F.

Chain-link fences are permitted on vacant commercial/mixed use waterfront district specific plan properties. The following development criteria shall be met:

1.

Fences shall be placed on the perimeter of the property.

2.

Fences shall not exceed six feet in height.

3.

A green color mesh shall be attached to the fence and placed around the entire perimeter of the property.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017; Ord. No. 805, § 1, 10-3-2023)

The use of soundwalls is discouraged in the city to promote continuous circulation patterns and enhanced visual accessibility. However, where soundwalls are required, they must conform to the following standards:

A.

Soundwalls must be constructed of fire-resistant materials, such as masonry, precast concrete, brick, or a similar material, and treated with a graffiti-resistant coating.

B.

Soundwalls must incorporate breaks at streets, trails, live-end cul-de-sacs, and at pedestrian access routes to schools, parks, and commercial districts. Where such pedestrian connections do not exist, soundwalls must include breaks at a minimum of every 500 feet.

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C.

Soundwalls should include decorative elements, such as pilasters, posts and capitals, stamped designs, and/or landscape screening to improve their appearance from the street.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

It is unlawful to erect any electrically charged fence or any fence composed of barbed wire, razor wire or other material which is designed to cause injury upon contact on or adjacent to any residential use regardless of the underlying zoning.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017; Ord. No. 805, § 1, 10-3-2023)

Chapter 18.36 - YARDS

In any case where an official plan line for a new roadway has been established as a part of a subdivision, planned unit development, specific plan, or other development project, yards adjacent to the street shall be measured from such official plan lines and shall not extend beyond measurement from such official plan line.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

Architectural features, to include cornices, eaves, awnings, cantilevered walls, and fireplaces and chimneys may extend no more than two feet into the required side yard setback, provided that the distance between the projecting object and the side yard lot line is not less than five feet. The minimum side yard setback shall be measured from the wall from which the architectural feature projects.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.36.030 - Projection of porches, stairways, fire escapes, landings.

Porches, stairways, fire escapes, or landings may extend into any required front or rear yard setback no more than six feet. Porches, stairways, fire escapes, or landings may extend into any required side yard setback no more three feet, provided a minimum of five feet is maintained between the porch and the side yard lot line.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

In a residential district (RL, RM, RH, RMU) where 50 percent or more of the building sites on any one block in the same district have been improved with buildings, the required front yard of an infill building shall be of a depth equal to the average of the front yards of the existing buildings on that block, not exceeding the maximum specified for the zone in which the building site is located.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

In the case of a reverse corner lot adjacent to a key lot, the required side yard on the street side for any building shall be equal to the front yard required on the key lot. On a corner lot, fences not more than six feet in height may be placed on the required street side yard setback, as depicted in the figure below.

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(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.36.060 - Double-frontage lots.

To efficiently use space and infrastructure, double-frontage lots are not permitted. Existing double-frontage lots must be designed and maintained with front yard setbacks facing both streets.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

18.36.070 - Prohibited activities in front, rear, and side yards of residential properties.

A.

Definitions. For the purposes of this section, words shall have the same definitions as provided in Chapter 18.04 of this Code, except as follows:

1.

"Landscaped area" means a water-permeable area maintained to present an attractive, well-kept appearance. A "landscaped area" may consist of any combination of living plants (shrubbery, grass, trees, etc.) with or without a layer at least two inches deep of materials such as decorative bark or decorative stones with a permeable subterranean weed barrier. However, a "landscaped area," does not include dead plants, bare soil without plants, or bare soil with cut weeds. Further, "landscaped area" does not include asphalt or hardscape materials (such as pavers, bricks, and other hard surfaces), regardless of permeability.

2.

"Hardscaped area" means an area covered with semi-permeable or impermeable materials such as brick, pavers, or concrete. "Hardscaped area" does not include asphalt paving (asphalt, decomposed granite, and gravel are not permitted).

3.

"Weeds" means a valueless plant growing wild.

4.

"Recreational vehicles" mean recreational vehicles (RVs), including but not limited to motor homes, truck campers, travel trailers, fifth-wheel and pull-behind trailers, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, jet skis, boats, and boat trailers.

5.

"Chain link fencing" means a fence, usually made of metal, which consists of wire loops interconnected into a series of joined links.

6.

"Driveway" means a paved portion of a private street providing an unobstructed passage from the roadway to an off-street area used for driving, servicing, parking, or otherwise accommodating motor vehicles.

7.

"Legal nonconforming use" means a use, structure, or condition that was legal and appropriately permitted at the time that it came into existence but no longer meets existing code.

8.

"Inoperative," in the context of vehicles, shall include all vehicles, including but not limited to recreational vehicles and boats, that are either (a) abandoned, wrecked, dismantled, or not in working order, or (b) lacking a current and valid department of motor vehicles registration. A vehicle that is not in working order means that it cannot be started and/or cannot move on its own power. A vehicle that has a current and

of vehicles, shall include all vehicles, including but not limited to recreational vehicles and boats, that are either (a) abandoned, wrecked, dismantled, or not in working order, or (b) lacking a current and valid department of motor vehicles registration. A vehicle that is not in working order means that it cannot be started and/or cannot move on its own power. A vehicle that has a current and

valid planned non-operation registration shall not be considered inoperative for the purposes of this section.

9.

"Grandfathering" means to allow a legal nonconforming use to continue.

10.

"Minor repairs" consist of repairs that reasonably would require five hours of less to complete per established generally accepted industry published flat rate labor times.

B.

Purpose and Applicability.

1.

The requirements specified in this section are intended to preserve the residential character of streetscapes in the city's neighborhoods and to minimize excess storm water runoff as follows:

a.

The unregulated expansion of paved parking areas in front, rear, and side yards interfere with the pattern of building and open areas within neighborhoods and can increase vehicle clutter by creating small parking lots in yard areas which are intended to remain as open areas and green spaces. Excessive paving of yard areas can negatively impact the character and appearance of residential areas. Paving yard areas to add additional parking can result in the proliferation of curb cuts that can have the effect of reducing the number of on-street parking spaces available this also impacts the walkability of a neighborhood.

b.

The paving of front, rear, and side yards would potentially result in hazardous conditions on a residential property in that it could negatively impact the city's storm water management system such that a much higher amount of water runoff from such properties would negatively affect the city's storm water management system.

c.

The paving of front, rear, and side yards would result in potentially high amounts of runoff from such a property where such runoff could cause harm to adjoining properties.

d.

The paving of front, rear, and side yards would create visual blight by eliminating green space in the city's neighborhoods.

e.

The paving of front, rear, and side yards would provide substantial aesthetic conflicts that may possibly result in decreased property values for adjoining properties,

f.

The paving would result in potentially changing the use of residential properties, and it would result in less green space within the city.

2.

The requirements in this section shall apply to all residential properties and lots.

C.

Regulations and Standards.

1.

Front Yard.

a.

Walkways and Other Hardscaped Areas. The amount of paved walkways and hardscaped area, including but not limited to driveways, shall not exceed 60 percent of the front yard area.

b.

Landscaping. For all residential properties, the front yard area other than paved walkways and hardscape shall consist of a landscaped area.

c.

Property owners must maintain trees at a minimum of seven feet over the walkways, ten feet over the roadway, and hedges trimmed to the back edge of the walkway.

d.

Landscaped areas must be consistent with Chapters 8.12 and 8.13, as applicable, of this Code.

e.

Chain link fencing shall not be constructed and located such that such fencing is visible from public roads or alleyways. All chain link fencing constructed before the effective date of this section are considered legal non-conforming. Chain link fencing that is damaged shall be replaced with conforming fencing pursuant to Title 18 of this Code.

f.

No front yard driveway will be permitted without the approval and issuance of an encroachment permit from the public works director of Suisun City (if applicable) and design review and approval from the planning division. In no case shall an ADA curb ramp be used as a driveway.

g.

One tree shall be required for each residential property, on all new developments constructed after the effective date of this section. Plantings must be consistent with the approved landscape plan.

h.

An accessory building shall only be located on the rear 50 percent of a residential lot and must be consistent with Table 18.31.01 (Development standards in residential zones), as applicable, of this Code.

2.

Rear/Side Yard.

a.

Walkways and Other Hardscaped Areas. For all residential properties and lots, the amount of paved walkways and hardscape in rear and side yard areas of a property that are visible from public spaces shall not exceed 60 percent of the combined visible rear and side yard area. "Public spaces" includes, but is not limited to, streets, alleyways, public utility and access easements, and parks.

b.

Landscaping. All parts of rear and side yards that are not paved walkways or hardscape and that are visible from public spaces shall consist of landscaped area.

c.

Property owners must maintain trees at a minimum of seven feet over the walkways, ten feet over the roadway, and hedges trimmed to the back edge of the walkway.

d.

Landscaped areas must be consistent with Chapters 8.12 and 8.13, as applicable, of this Code.

e.

No side yard or rear yard driveway will be permitted without the approval and issuance of an encroachment permit from the public works director of Suisun City (if applicable) and design review approval from the planning division. In no case shall an ADA curb ramp be used as a driveway.

3.

Vehicle Storage.

a.

Driveway location and width shall be in accordance with the latest edition of the city of Suisun City engineering standards specifications.

b.

All vehicles, including recreational vehicles, shall be parked, stored or kept on a driveway being consistent with Chapter 8.12, as applicable, of this Code.

c.

If a recreational vehicle is parked or stored on a residential property, recreational vehicles must be parked on an approved driveway, and meet the following requirements if parked on a front or side yard visible to the public:

i.

Recreational vehicles shall not impede the public right-of-way.

ii.

If recreational vehicle is covered it must be with a snug fitting material free of damage and the covering must be secured so as to not come off in a storm.

iii.

In no case shall power cords or other connection(s) to the property cross a sidewalk or public right of way to prevent any tripping hazards, as to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

d.

The following activities are prohibited on any driveway governed by this section:

i.

The parking, storing, or keeping for a period of time greater than 72 consecutive hours of any household appliance, equipment, furniture, construction equipment, machinery, airplane or aircraft, and materials other than that temporarily used or stored during the improvement of the lot and any associated structures or facilities;

ii.

The parking, storing or keeping in any such area, for a period of time in excess of 72 consecutive hours, of any inoperative motor vehicles. Parking, storing, or keeping of operative vehicles with a valid and current planned non-operation registration is permitted;

iii.

The parking, storing or keeping of a motor vehicle not registered with the department of motor vehicles in any such area of the driveway, or is visible to the public;

iv.

The wrecking, dismantling, disassembling, manufacturing, fabricating, building, remodeling, assembling, repairing, or painting, in any such area of any motor vehicle, boat, trailer, recreational vehicle, airplane or aircraft, machinery, equipment, appliance or appliances, furniture or other personal property. Exception to

C.3.iv(4) to include minor repairs by an owner, lessee, or occupant of the lot, for a period not to exceed 48 hours.

D.

Grandfathering of Existing Uses.

1.

All legal nonconforming paving of front, side, or rear yards is grandfathered and shall not need to be brought up to code until the property owner conducts remodeling, alterations, or renovations of the property, at which time all yards must conform to the ordinance current at the time of the remodeling, alteration, or renovation.

2.

Grandfathering shall not apply to any use, structure, or condition that was illegal at the time of installation.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017; Ord. No. 770, § 2, 4-7-2020)

Editor's note— Ord. No. 770, § 2, adopted Apr. 7, 2020, repealed the former § 18.36.070 and enacted a new § 18.36.070 as set out herein. The former § 18.36.070 pertained to prohibited activities in front and street side yards, and derived from Ord. No. 743, § 3, adopted Mar. 21, 2017.

Chapter 18.38 - HEIGHT LIMITS

Chimneys, vents, and flues that present a fire hazard may extend above the height limit for a specific zoning district only to the extent necessary to ensure fire safety, based on National Fire Prevention Association codes and standards, or comparable state and local codes and standards, where these apply, and subject to approval by the development services director. The required extension above the height limit will vary, depending on the chimney, vent, or flue.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

Appurtenances affixed to the roof of a building may not exceed the height limit of the zoning district by more than ten percent of the overall building height, or four feet, whichever is less.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

Towers, poles, water tanks, and similar structures not affixed to a building may be erected to a greater height than the limit established for the district in which they are to be located, based on the construction specifications of the manufacturer, and subject to approval by the development services director. Local distribution poles for public utilities shall be allowed in all districts and to greater heights than allowed for the districts.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

Any building may be erected to a greater height than the limit established for the district in which the building is to be located, to a maximum of two additional stories, provided that the setbacks are increased proportionally.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

Since buildings in the PQP district are likely to be single-use, and located adjacent to other land uses, the height of buildings in the PQP district shall be based on the height of adjacent zoning districts. The height of buildings in the PQP district may exceed the height limit of the greatest height limit in an adjacent zoning district by one story. Any greater increase in height shall be subject to a CUP, provided the required setbacks are increased by five feet per additional story.

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)

Communications equipment buildings, public utility distribution and transmission substations, radio, and transmission towers, and underground transmission facilities shall be permitted in all districts without limitation as to height and without the necessity of first obtaining a use permit provided that the proposed use shall not be a nuisance or safety hazard under provisions of Chapter 18.66, "Performance Standards."

(Ord. No. 743, § 3, 3-21-2017)