§9222.3 CIVIC SPACES — Ukiah Zoning Code

Table 2 illustrates various types of civic space. The types of civic spaces allowed within the boundaries of this code are determined by Table 3: Allowed Uses and Permit Requirements, based on the zoning of the parcel.

Table 2: Civic Spaces

Civic Spaces

Zone

Civic Spaces		Zone
Park: A natural preserve available for unstructured recreation. A park may be independent of surrounding building frontages. Its landscape shall consist of paths and trails, meadows, woodland and open shelters, all naturalistically disposed. Parks may be lineal, following the trajectories of natural corridors. The minimum size is typically 15 acres. This type of civic space is prohibited in the GU, UC, and DC zoningdistricts.
Green: An open space, available for unstructured recreation. A green may be spatially defined by landscaping rather than building frontages. Its landscape shall consist of lawn and trees, naturalistically disposed. The typical size is 2 to15 acres. This type of civic space is prohibited in the GU, UC, and DC zoning districts.
Square: An open space available for unstructured recreation and civic purposes. A square is spatially defined by building frontages. Its landscape shall consist of paths, lawns and trees, formally disposed. Squares shall be located at the intersection of important thoroughfares. The typical size is 1 to 5 acres. There shall be no minimum size. An allowed use in the GU, UC, and DC zoning districts. See Table 3: Allowed Uses and Permit Requirements.		GU UC DC
Plaza: An open space, available for civic purposes and commercial activities. A plaza shall be spatially defined by building frontages. Its landscape shall consist primarily of pavement. Trees are optional. Plazas are typically located at the intersection of important streets. The typical size is 1 to 2 acres. There shall be no minimum size. An allowed use in the GU, UC, and DC zoning districts. See Table 3: Allowed Uses and Permit Requirements.		GU UC DC
Playground: An open space designed and equipped for the recreation of children. A playground should be fenced and may include an open shelter. Playgrounds shall be interspersed within residential areas and may be placed within a block. Playgrounds may be included within parks and greens. There shall be no minimum or maximum size. An allowed use in the GU, UC, and DC zoning districts. See Table 3: Allowed Uses and Permit Requirements.		GU UC DC

(Ord. 1139, §2 (Exh. A, 3.030), adopted 2012)