Sec. 26-358. - Standards and requirements.

The following requirements shall apply:

(a)

The lot split conforms to all applicable objective requirements of the Subdivision Map Act and The City of West Covina Subdivision Standards, except as the same are modified by this section.

(b)

Setbacks.

(1)

Existing structures. No setback shall be required for an existing structure, or a structure constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as an existing structure.

(2)

Side and rear setback for new structures and additions. The minimum setback from the side and rear property line is four (4) feet. The proposed residential unit(s) occupying an urban lot subdivision may be constructed directly along the side property line adjoining and attached to the unit within the same urban lot split subdivision, if the construction of an 800-square-foot unit would not be physically possible without the setback reduction.

(3)

Front setback for new structures and additions. The minimum setback from the front property line is twenty-five (25) feet.

a.

The front setback may be reduced if the construction of an 800-square-foot unit would not be physically possible without the front setback reduction after the implementation of subsection (b)(2) of this section is incorporated with the project design.

(c)

The applicant shall provide easements for the provision of public services and facilities as required.

(d)

All lots shall have a minimum street frontage of twelve (12) feet to provide for vehicular access.

(e)

Walls facing any modified setback and walls for any new structure shall meet the fire-rating and opening requirements in the California Building Code.

(f)

Only structures that comply with the requirements of urban dwellings, as set forth in article IV, division 4 shall be allowed on lots created by this process.

(Ord. No. 2519, § 5(Exh. A), 2-20-24)