Municipal code
West Covina Municipal Code
The enacted municipal code of West Covina, California, as published — every title, chapter, and section, verbatim and citable.
- Last updated
- 2026-09-29
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- 1,766 sections
- Jurisdiction
- West Covina
Contents
▸Chapter 1 — GENERAL PROVISIONS
Overview- Sec. 1-1. - Short title; reference to Code.
- Sec. 1-2. - Scope of Code; codification authority.
- Sec. 1-3. - Construction of Code; provisions governing.
- Sec. 1-4. - Headings, effect of.
- Sec. 1-5. - Territorial jurisdiction.
- Sec. 1-6. - Exercise of power or duty by deputy or authorized person.
- Sec. 1-7. - Reference applies to amendments.
- Sec. 1-8. - State definitions adopted.
- Sec. 1-12. - Gender construed.
- Sec. 1-14. - Number construed.
- Sec. 1-16. - Office, board, commission or ordinance construed.
- Sec. 1-25. - Tense construed.
- Sec. 1-27. - Notices—Service of.
- Sec. 1-28. - Same—Proof of.
- Sec. 1-29. - Effective date.
- Sec. 1-30. - Distribution of Code.
- Sec. 1-31. - Notation of amendments.
- Sec. 1-32. - Distribution of amendments.
- Sec. 1-33. - Severability.
- Sec. 1-34. - Effect of repeals.
- Sec. 1-35. - Prohibited acts include causing, permitting, or suffering.
- Sec. 1-36. - Violation of administrative provisions.
- Sec. 1-37. - General penalty; continuing violations.
- Chapter 3 — Advertising:
- Chapter 6 — Animals and Fowl:
▸Chapter 7 — Building and Building Regulations:
- Chapter 10 — Fire Prevention and Protection:
▸Chapter 14 — Licenses and Business Regulations:
- Chapter 15 — Miscellaneous Provisions Relating to Public Health and Safety:
- Chapter 16 — Parks and Recreation:
- Chapter 19 — Streets, Sidewalks and Public Places:
- Chapter 22 — Traffic Regulations:
- Chapter 26 — Zoning:
- Chapter 3 — Advertising:
- Chapter 5 — Amusements:
- Chapter 6 — Animals and Fowl:
- Chapter 7 — Building and Building Regulations:
- Chapter 14 — Licenses and Business Regulations:
- Chapter 15 — Miscellaneous Provisions Relating to Public Health and Safety:
- Chapter 19 — Streets, Sidewalks and Public Places:
- Chapter 22 — Traffic Regulations:
- Chapter 24 — Vegetation:
▸Chapter 2 — ADMINISTRATION
Overview▸Article II — CITY COUNCIL
Overview▸Division 2 — MEETINGS AND RULES OF PROCEDURE
Overview- Sec. 2-30. - Presiding officer; duties.
- Sec. 2-31. - Time and location of meetings.
- Sec. 2-32. - Meetings of council.
- Sec. 2-33. - Robert's Rules of Order to govern except as otherwise provided.
- Sec. 2-34. - Agenda for meetings.
- Sec. 2-35. - Roll call.
- Sec. 2-36. - Meetings to be open to public; exception.
- Sec. 2-37. - Order of business—Generally.
- Sec. 2-38. - Same—Suspending; disposition.
- Sec. 2-39. - Minutes.
- Sec. 2-40. - Rules of debate.
- Sec. 2-41. - Recognition by the mayor.
- Sec. 2-42. - Interruptions.
- Sec. 2-43. - Reserved.
- Sec. 2-44. - Motion to reconsider.
- Sec. 2-45. - Remarks of council members.
- Sec. 2-46. - Synopsis of debate and when entered in minutes.
- Sec. 2-47. - Addressing the council.
- Sec. 2-48. - Manner of addressing city council; time limit; persons addressing may be sworn.
- Sec. 2-49. - Voting; effect of silence.
- Sec. 2-50. - Decorum—Required.
- Sec. 2-51. - Enforcement of decorum.
- Sec. 2-52. - Persons authorized to be within council area.
- Sec. 2-53. - Special committees.
- Sec. 2-54. - Protest against council action.
▸Article III — ADVISORY COMMISSIONS
Overview- Sec. 2-66. - Advisory commissions established.
- Sec. 2-67. - Appointment, vacancies, and removal.
- Sec. 2-68. - Transition.
- Sec. 2-69. - Term of office.
- Sec. 2-70. - Reserved.
- Sec. 2-71. - Meetings and organization.
- Sec. 2-72. - Community and senior services commission responsibilities.
- Sec. 2-73. - Human resources commission responsibilities.
- Sec. 2-74. - Planning commission responsibilities.
- Sec. 2-75. - Reserved.
- Sec. 2-76. - Reserved.
- Sec. 2-77. - Reserved.
▸Article IV — OFFICERS
▸Division 2 — CITY MANAGER
Overview- Sec. 2-146. - Office created.
- Sec. 2-147. - Appointment.
- Sec. 2-148. - Vacancies.
- Sec. 2-149. - Compliance with state and local law.
- Sec. 2-150. - Compensation.
- Sec. 2-151. - Powers and duties.
- Sec. 2-152. - Delegation to administer personnel processes.
- Sec. 2-153. - Limitation on removal of manager.
- Sec. 2-154. - Emergencies.
- Sec. 2-155. - Independent audit.
▸Division 3 — CITY CLERK
▸Division 4 — CITY TREASURER
▸Division 5 — CHIEF FINANCE OFFICER
▸Article V — EMPLOYEES
▸Division 2 — EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS
Overview- Sec. 2-212. - Statement of purpose.
- Sec. 2-213. - Definitions.
- Sec. 2-214. - Employee rights.
- Sec. 2-215. - Recognition.
- Sec. 2-216. - Determination of appropriate unit.
- Sec. 2-217. - Recognition by city council.
- Sec. 2-218. - List of recognized organizations.
- Sec. 2-219. - Suspension or withdrawal of recognition.
- Sec. 2-220. - City representative.
- Sec. 2-221. - Requests for meetings.
- Sec. 2-222. - Memoranda of understanding.
- Sec. 2-223. - Matters not subject to conference.
- Sec. 2-224. - Notice of proposals affecting employees.
- Sec. 2-225. - Employee activities.
- Sec. 2-226. - Recommendations to improve employee relations.
- Sec. 2-227. - No contract.
- Sec. 2-228. - Personnel system unaffected.
▸Division 3 — PERSONNEL SYSTEM
Overview- Sec. 2-236. - Exempt positions.
- Sec. 2-237. - Provisions applicable to exempt positions.
- Sec. 2-238. - Appointments to vacant positions.
- Sec. 2-239. - Appointing authority.
- Sec. 2-240. - Provisional appointments.
- Sec. 2-241. - Temporary positions.
- Sec. 2-242. - Vacancy by suspension.
- Sec. 2-243. - Examinations.
- Sec. 2-244. - Open and promotional examinations.
- Sec. 2-245. - Veterans' preference.
- Sec. 2-246. - Conditions of employment.
- Sec. 2-247. - Physical examination.
- Sec. 2-248. - Probationary period.
- Sec. 2-249. - Procedure upon rejection during probationary period of promoted city employees.
- Sec. 2-250. - Procedure upon rejection after promotion to noncompetitive positions.
- Sec. 2-251. - Permanency.
- Sec. 2-252. - Status of present employees.
- Sec. 2-253. - Probationers.
- Sec. 2-254. - Appeal process.
- Sec. 2-255. - Reductions in pay.
- Sec. 2-256. - Hearings and findings.
- Sec. 2-257. - Recommended action.
- Sec. 2-258. - Grievance procedure.
- Sec. 2-259. - Creation and abolishment of positions.
- Sec. 2-260. - Political activity prohibited.
- Sec. 2-261. - Solicitation of contributions.
- Sec. 2-262. - Discrimination.
- Sec. 2-263. - Appropriation of funds.
- Sec. 2-264. - Right to contract for special service.
▸Division 4 — REIMBURSEMENT FOR DAMAGED PROPERTY
- Article VI — FUNDS AND RECORDS
▸Division 2 — CAPITAL OUTLAY FUND
▸Division 3 — SPECIAL GAS TAX FUND
- Article VII — PURCHASES AND SALES
▸Division 1 — GENERALLY
▸Division 2 — PURCHASING PROCEDURES
Overview- Sec. 2-326. - Applicability.
- Sec. 2-327. - Definitions.
- Sec. 2-328. - Purchasing authority; purchase order and contract approval requirements.
- Sec. 2-329. - Contract amendments.
- Sec. 2-330. - Maximum contract duration.
- Sec. 2-331. - Micro procurement procedures.
- Sec. 2-332. - Small procurement procedures.
- Sec. 2-333. - Informal procurement procedures.
- Sec. 2-334. - Formal procurement procedures.
- Sec. 2-335. - Exemptions from competitive bidding.
- Sec. 2-336. - Surplus equipment and supplies.
- Sec. 2-337. - Reporting requirements.
- Sec. 2-338. - Ethics.
▸Division 3 — CONTRACTING FOR PUBLIC PROJECTS
Overview- Sec. 2-350. - Uniform construction cost accounting procedures.
- Sec. 2-351. - Definitions.
- Sec. 2-352. - Adoption of plans, specifications, and working details.
- Sec. 2-353. - Small project procurement procedures.
- Sec. 2-354. - Informal bidding procedures.
- Sec. 2-355. - Formal bidding procedures.
- Sec. 2-356. - Reporting requirements.
- Sec. 2-357. - Emergency procedures.
- Sec. 2-358. - Change orders on contracts for public projects.
- Sec. 2-359. - Prohibition against splitting or separating projects.
▸Article IX — FEE AND SERVICE CHARGE REVENUE/COST COMPARISON SYSTEM
▸Article X — RESTRICTION ON THE SALE, LEASE OR RENT OF CIVIC CENTER PROPERTY TO PRIVATE
▸Article XI — LOCAL OFFICER ELECTIONS
▸Chapter 3 — ADVERTISING
▸Chapter 4 — POLICE DEPARTMENT ALARM SYSTEMS
Overview- Sec. 4-1. - Purpose.
- Sec. 4-2. - Definitions.
- Sec. 4-3. - Administration.
- Sec. 4-4. - Alarm registrations required.
- Sec. 4-5. - Registration application.
- Sec. 4-6. - Registration transfer of registration prohibited.
- Sec. 4-7. - Duties of alarm users.
- Sec. 4-8. - Audible alarms; restrictions, abatement of malfunctioning alarm.
- Sec. 4-9. - Registration and duties of alarm installation companies and monitoring companies.
- Sec. 4-10. - Duties and authority of the alarm administrator.
- Sec. 4-11. - False alarm fines.
- Sec. 4-12. - Notice of false alarms and suspension.
- Sec. 4-13. - Alarm registration suspension, fees, fines, violation to make alarm dispatch requ…
- Sec. 4-14. - Appeals of determinations regarding alarm registrations, fees and fines.
- Sec. 4-15. - Reinstatement of suspended alarm registrations.
- Sec. 4-16. - Suspension of police response to dispatch requests from certain alarm installatio…
- Sec. 4-17. - Police department response.
- Sec. 4-18. - Confidentiality of alarm information.
- Sec. 4-19. - Scope of police duty; immunities preserved.
- Chapter 4.5 — FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS
▸Chapter 5 — AMUSEMENTS
- Article II — RESERVED
- Article IV — RESERVED
▸Article V — GAMES OF SKILL OR SCIENCE
▸Division 2 — PERMIT
Overview- Sec. 5-82. - Required.
- Sec. 5-83. - Application.
- Sec. 5-84. - Fees.
- Sec. 5-85. - Permits not transferable.
- Sec. 5-86. - Duplicate permits.
- Sec. 5-87. - Posting at premises.
- Sec. 5-88. - Granting to churches, schools.
- Sec. 5-89. - Not to authorize unlawful games.
- Sec. 5-90. - Revocation for conviction of crime.
- Sec. 5-91. - Expiration; renewals.
- Sec. 5-92. - Revocation for business license code violation.
- Chapter 6 — ANIMALS AND FOWL
▸Chapter 7 — BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS
▸Article II — BUILDING CODE
Overview- Sec. 7-16. - Adoption of Title 26 (Building Code) of Los Angeles County Code.
- Sec. 7-17. - Board of appeals.
- Sec. 7-18. - Expiration and extension of applications.
- Sec. 7-19. - Fees and refunds.
- Sec. 7-20. - Use and occupancy.
- Sec. 7-21. - Roof coverings.
- Sec. 7-22. - Fire protection and life safety systems.
- Sec. 7-23. - Swimming pool safety.
- Sec. 7-24. - Violations and penalties.
▸Article V — EXISTING BUILDING CODE
▸Article VIII — RELOCATION OF BUILDINGS
- Article IX — RESERVED
▸Article X — BUILDING WATER SUPPLY FOR FIRE PROTECTION
▸Article XI — PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY IMPROVEMENTS CONSTRUCTION IN CONJUNCTION WITH
Overview- Sec. 7-183. - Definitions.
- Sec. 7-184. - Streets and highways; dedication required.
- Sec. 7-185. - Construction of street improvements—Required; exceptions.
- Sec. 7-186. - Same—Prerequisite to approval of the building official.
- Sec. 7-187. - Same—Construction agreement.
- Sec. 7-188. - Adequate street lighting—Owner's responsibility.
- Sec. 7-189. - Same—Reimbursement agreement.
- Sec. 7-190. - Sidewalks—General requirements.
- Sec. 7-191. - Same—Location.
- Sec. 7-192. - Sidewalk widths.
▸Article XII — REIMBURSEMENT OF THE COSTS OF PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY IMPROVEMENTS IN
▸Article XIII — UNIFORM SOLAR ENERGY CODE
▸Article XIV — BUILDING SECURITY
Overview- Sec. 7-230. - Purpose.
- Sec. 7-231. - Scope.
- Sec. 7-232. - Definitions.
- Sec. 7-233. - Enforcement provisions.
- Sec. 7-234. - Right of entry.
- Sec. 7-235. - Violations and penalties.
- Sec. 7-236. - Appeals.
- Sec. 7-237. - Alternate materials and methods of construction.
- Sec. 7-238. - Key requirements.
- Sec. 7-239. - Frames/jambs/strikes/hinges.
- Sec. 7-240. - Windows/sliding glass doors.
- Sec. 7-241. - Garage type doors: Rolling overhead, solid overhead, swing, sliding or accordion.
- Sec. 7-242. - Special residential building provisions.
- Sec. 7-243. - Special commercial building provisions.
- Sec. 7-244. - Tests.
▸Article XV — MANUFACTURED HOUSING INSTALLATIONS
▸Article XVI — WASTE REDUCTION, REUSE AND RECYCLING OF CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION
Overview- Sec. 7-260. - Title.
- Sec. 7-261. - Covered projects.
- Sec. 7-262. - Waste diversion plan (WDP).
- Sec. 7-263. - The administrative cost-recovery fee.
- Sec. 7-264. - Performance security deposit and refund.
- Sec. 7-265. - Diversion requirements exemption.
- Sec. 7-266. - Authority and enforcement.
- Sec. 7-267. - Hazardous or toxic C&D debris.
- Sec. 7-268. - Applicability of other laws.
- Sec. 7-269. - Reserved.
▸Article XVII — SMALL RESIDENTIAL SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM PERMITS
▸Article XVIII — PERMIT PROCESS FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS
- Article XIX — RESERVED
- Article XX — RESERVED
▸Article XXI — MODEL WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPING
▸Chapter 8 — EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION
Overview- Sec. 8-1. - Purpose.
- Sec. 8-2. - Definition.
- Sec. 8-3. - Emergency organization.
- Sec. 8-4. - Emergency and disaster council; membership.
- Sec. 8-5. - Emergency and disaster council; powers, duties, meetings.
- Sec. 8-6. - Director and assistant director of emergency services.
- Sec. 8-7. - Emergency powers of the director of emergency services and assistant director of e…
- Sec. 8-8. - Emergency plan.
- Sec. 8-9. - Expenditures.
- Sec. 8-10. - Violations of provisions; penalties.
- Chapter 9 — DRAINAGE AND GRADING
▸Article I — DRAINAGE AND GRADING
▸Article II — STORMWATER AND URBAN RUN-OFF POLLUTION CONTROL
Overview- Sec. 9-26. - Purpose and intent.
- Sec. 9-27. - Definitions.
- Sec. 9-28. - Illicit discharges, dumping, and nonstormwater discharges.
- Sec. 9-29. - Illicit connections.
- Sec. 9-30. - Reduction of pollutants in runoff.
- Sec. 9-31. - Control of pollutants from commercial facilities.
- Sec. 9-32. - Control of pollutants from industrial activities.
- Sec. 9-33. - Control of pollutants from other industrial facilities.
- Sec. 9-34. - Control of pollutants from state permitted construction activities.
- Sec. 9-35. - Control of pollutants from other construction activities.
- Sec. 9-36. - Control of pollutants from new developments/redevelopment projects.
- Sec. 9-37. - Enforcement—Authority.
- Sec. 9-38. - Enforcement—Right of entry.
- Sec. 9-39. - Enforcement—Violations and penalties.
▸Article III — FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT
Overview- Sec. 9-40. - Name.
- Sec. 9-41. - Findings of fact.
- Sec. 9-42. - Statement of purpose.
- Sec. 9-43. - Methods of reducing flood losses.
- Sec. 9-44. - Definitions.
- Sec. 9-45. - Lands to which this article applies.
- Sec. 9-46. - Basis for establishing the areas of special flood hazard.
- Sec. 9-47. - Compliance.
- Sec. 9-48. - Abrogation and greater restrictions.
- Sec. 9-49. - Interpretation.
- Sec. 9-50. - Warning and disclaimer of liability.
- Sec. 9-51. - Severability.
▸Division 3 — FLOOD HAZARD REDUCTION
Overview- Sec. 9-56. - Standards of construction.
- Sec. 9-57. - Standards for utilities.
- Sec. 9-58. - Standards for subdivisions.
- Sec. 9-59. - Standards for manufactured homes.
- Sec. 9-60. - Floodways.
- Sec. 9-61. - Mudslide (i.e., mudflow) prone areas.
- Sec. 9-62. - Flood-related erosion-prone area.
- Sec. 9-63. - Appeal board.
- Sec. 9-64. - Conditions for variances.
- Chapter 10 — FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION
▸Article II — FIRE CODE
Overview- Sec. 10-20. - Adopted.
- Sec. 10-21. - Establishment and duties of bureau of fire prevention.
- Sec. 10-22. - New materials, processes or occupancies which may require permits.
- Sec. 10-23. - Establishment of limits in which storage of liquefied petroleum gases is to be r…
- Sec. 10-24. - Amendments to the 2022 California Fire Code.
- 5608.2 Permit required.
- 5608.3 Sale and retail display.
- 7.6 Local waterflow alarms shall be provided on all sprinkler systems.
- § 8.3
- Sec. 10-25. - Appeals
- Sec. 10-26. - Administrative penalties.
- Chapter 11 — FRANCHISES
▸Article II — VIDEO FRANCHISES
Overview- Sec. 11-16. - Title.
- Sec. 11-17. - Purposes and implementation.
- Sec. 11-18. - Franchise fee.
- Sec. 11-19. - Peg channels.
- Sec. 11-20. - Public, educational and governmental (PEG) channel access fee.
- Sec. 11-21. - Audit authority.
- Sec. 11-22. - Customer service and protection.
- Sec. 11-23. - City response to state franchise applications.
- Sec. 11-24. - Severability.
▸Chapter 12 — GARBAGE AND RUBBISH COLLECTION
▸Article II — COLLECTION
Overview- Sec. 12-16. - Definitions.
- Sec. 12-17. - Service to be provided by city.
- Sec. 12-18. - Garbage collection schedules.
- Sec. 12-19. - Hours of collection.
- Sec. 12-20. - Placement of receptacles.
- Sec. 12-21. - Condition of waste for collection.
- Sec. 12-22. - Ownership of waste materials.
- Sec. 12-23. - Containers.
- Sec. 12-26. - Collection fees; penalty for failure to pay.
- Sec. 12-27. - Penalties for violation.
▸Article III — TRASH ENCLOSURE DISTRICTS
▸Article IV — MANDATORY ORGANIC WASTE DISPOSAL REDUCTION
Overview- Sec. 12-40. - Definitions.
- Sec. 12-41. - Requirements for single-family generators.
- Sec. 12-42. - Requirements for commercial businesses.
- Sec. 12-43. - Waivers for generators.
- Sec. 12-44. - Requirements for commercial edible food generators.
- Sec. 12-45. - Requirements for food recovery organizations and services.
- Sec. 12-46. - Requirements for haulers and facility operators.
- Sec. 12-47. - Inspections and investigations.
- Sec. 12-48. - Violations; enforcement.
- Chapter 13 — HEALTH AND SANITATION
▸Article II — HEALTH CODE
Overview- Sec. 13-20. - Title.
- Sec. 13-21. - Purpose.
- Sec. 13-22. - Adoption of county health code and licensing provisions.
- Sec. 13-23. - Interpretation.
- Sec. 13-24. - Numbering of code.
- Sec. 13-25. - Amendments to county health code.
- Sec. 13-26. - Penalties for violation.
- Sec. 13-27. - Penalties for late fee payments.
- Chapter 14 — LICENSES AND BUSINESS REGULATIONS
▸Article II — BUSINESS LICENSES
Overview- Sec. 14-16. - Purpose.
- Sec. 14-17. - Definitions.
- Sec. 14-18. - Required.
- Sec. 14-19. - Branch establishments.
- Sec. 14-20. - Unlawful to operate vehicles without a license.
- Sec. 14-21. - Application.
- Sec. 14-22. - Determining number of employees; for licensing.
- Sec. 14-23. - State license prerequisite to issuance.
- Sec. 14-24. - Fictitious names.
- Sec. 14-25. - Denial for protection of public peace and safety.
- Sec. 14-26. - License collector to sign licenses; limitation of effect of license.
- Sec. 14-27. - Exhibiting license in conspicuous place.
- Sec. 14-28. - Licenses nontransferable.
- Sec. 14-29. - Register.
- Sec. 14-30. - Revocation and suspension—Generally.
- Sec. 14-31. - Same—Capping.
- Sec. 14-32. - Term.
- Sec. 14-33. - License collector—Duties and responsibilities.
- Sec. 14-34. - Same—Errors not binding.
- Sec. 14-35. - Same—Access to summary criminal history information.
- Sec. 14-36. - License enforcement.
- Sec. 14-37. - Inspections of businesses; subpoenas.
- Sec. 14-38. - Demanding proof of license certificate.
- Sec. 14-39. - Newspaper publishers' representatives.
- Sec. 14-40. - Reserved.
- Sec. 14-41. - Same—Petitions required.
- Sec. 14-42. - Exemptions from regulations.
- Sec. 14-43. - Penalties for failure to secure a license.
- Sec. 14-44. - Processing fees.
▸Division 2 — EXEMPTIONS FROM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
▸Article III — MANDATORY IDENTIFICATION CARD REQUIREMENT FOR EMPLOYEES OR
▸Article V — MASSAGE PARLORS AND BATHHOUSES
Overview- Sec. 14-116. - Definitions.
- Sec. 14-117. - License or permit required.
- Sec. 14-118. - Outcall services prohibited.
- Sec. 14-119. - Exemptions.
- Sec. 14-120. - Application.
- Sec. 14-121. - Processing of application.
- Sec. 14-122. - Applicant qualifications.
- Sec. 14-123. - Massage parlor and bathhouse facilities.
- Sec. 14-124. - Massage parlor and bathhouse operations.
- Sec. 14-125. - Sale, transfer, or amendment.
- Sec. 14-126. - Inspection by license authority.
- Sec. 14-127. - Grounds for revocation or suspension of license or permit.
- Sec. 14-128. - Procedure for revocation or suspension.
- Sec. 14-129. - Appeal procedure.
▸Article VI — PERMIT REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL PET STORES
Overview- Sec. 14-132. - Definitions.
- Sec. 14-133. - Permit required.
- Sec. 14-134. - Penalty for violation.
- Sec. 14-135. - Exemption.
- Sec. 14-136. - Application.
- Sec. 14-137. - Issuance of permits.
- Sec. 14-138. - Form and duration of permit.
- Sec. 14-139. - Nontransferability of permits.
- Sec. 14-140. - Revocation of permits.
▸Article VII — PERMIT REQUIREMENTS FOR MOBILE FOOD VENDORS
▸Article VIII — NONCOMMERCIAL SOLICITATION
Overview- Sec. 14-178. - Definitions.
- Sec. 14-179. - Permit required for noncommercial solicitation.
- Sec. 14-180. - Exemptions.
- Sec. 14-181. - Application for permit.
- Sec. 14-182. - Issuance of permits.
- Sec. 14-183. - Form and duration of permit.
- Sec. 14-184. - Manner of solicitation.
- Sec. 14-185. - Nontransferability of permits.
- Sec. 14-186. - Revocation of permits.
▸Article IX — COMMERCIAL SOLICITATION
Overview- Sec. 14-187. - Definitions.
- Sec. 14-188. - Permit required for commercial solicitation.
- Sec. 14-189. - Exemptions.
- Sec. 14-190. - Application for permit.
- Sec. 14-191. - Issuance of permits.
- Sec. 14-192. - Form and duration of permit.
- Sec. 14-193. - Manner of solicitation.
- Sec. 14-194. - Nontransferability of permits.
- Sec. 14-195. - Revocation of permits.
▸Article X — ESTABLISHING A TOBACCO RETAIL LICENSE
Overview- Sec. 14-201. - Purpose.
- Sec. 14-202. - Definitions.
- Sec. 14-203. - Prohibitions.
- Sec. 14-204. - Administration by department.
- Sec. 14-205. - Notices.
- Sec. 14-206. - Form and content of application.
- Sec. 14-207. - License issuance.
- Sec. 14-208. - License denial.
- Sec. 14-209. - General conditions.
- Sec. 14-210. - Display of license.
- Sec. 14-211. - License renewal.
- Sec. 14-212. - No additional privileges granted.
- Sec. 14-213. - Licenses nontransferable.
- Sec. 14-214. - Enforcement.
- Sec. 14-215. - City prosecutor enforcement authority.
- Sec. 14-216. - Notice of violation.
- Sec. 14-217. - Violations deemed conclusive.
- Sec. 14-218. - Administrative fine.
- Sec. 14-219. - Payment of administrative fines.
- Sec. 14-220. - Delinquent administrative fines—Penalties and interest.
- Sec. 14-221. - Liability for fines.
- Sec. 14-222. - License suspension and revocation.
- Sec. 14-223. - Suspension time periods.
- Sec. 14-224. - No new license after revocation.
- Sec. 14-225. - Administrative appeals.
- Sec. 14-226. - Content of notices.
- Sec. 14-227. - Right to judicial review.
▸Chapter 15 — MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS RELATING TO PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY
Overview- Sec. 15-1. - Trespassing on private property.
- Sec. 15-2. - Dumping junk or rubbish on private property.
- Sec. 15-3. - False or unfounded reports to police department.
- Sec. 15-4. - Private security uniforms.
- Sec. 15-5. - Consuming alcoholic beverages or possessing opened alcoholic beverage containers …
- Sec. 15-6. - Possession of opened alcoholic beverage containers on posted premises.
- Sec. 15-7. - Obscene motion pictures.
- Sec. 15-8. - Juvenile nighttime curfew.
- Sec. 15-9. - Gambling.
- Sec. 15-10. - Soliciting prohibited.
- Sec. 15-11. - Fortune-telling.
- Sec. 15-12. - Motor-operated vehicles on private property prohibited.
- Sec. 15-13. - Offering vehicles for sale from off-street parking facilities prohibited.
- Sec. 15-14. - Certain objects and materials prohibited in certain yards.
- Sec. 15-15. - Maintenance of required landscaping.
- Sec. 15-16. - Maintenance of other landscaping.
- Sec. 15-17. - Public urination and excretion.
- Sec. 15-18. - Daytime loitering by minors.
- Sec. 15-19. - Reserved.
- Sec. 15-20. - Unmanned aircraft systems.
▸Article II — FIREARMS
Overview- Sec. 15-27. - Unlawful to possess or discharge.
- Sec. 15-28. - Parents, guardians not to permit possession or use by minors.
- Sec. 15-29. - When use or possession permitted.
- Sec. 15-30. - Reserved.
- Sec. 15-31. - Possession of firearms by minors prohibited.
- Sec. 15-32. - Possession of weapons at city hall prohibited.
▸Article III — FIREWORKS
Overview- Sec. 15-62. - Prohibition of safe and sane fireworks.
- Sec. 15-63. - Dangerous fireworks.
- Sec. 15-64. - Prohibited conduct.
- Sec. 15-65. - Purpose.
- Sec. 15-66. - Definitions.
- Sec. 15-67. - Issuance of administrative citation—Contents.
- Sec. 15-68. - Administrative fines.
- Sec. 15-69. - Right to an administrative hearing.
- Sec. 15-70. - Administrative hearing— Procedures.
- Sec. 15-71. - Hearing decision—Right of appeal.
- Sec. 15-72. - Additional penalties and response costs.
▸Article IV — NOISE REGULATIONS
Overview- Sec. 15-83. - Definitions.
- Sec. 15-84. - Declaration of policy.
- Sec. 15-85. - Loud, unnecessary noises prohibited generally.
- Sec. 15-86. - Notice of personal liability for cost of special security assignment.
- Sec. 15-87. - Fees and costs for special security assignments.
- Sec. 15-88. - Remedies.
- Sec. 15-89. - Notice and hearing to determine reasonableness of charge.
- Sec. 15-90. - Appeal process.
- Article V — ABATEMENT OF PUBLIC NUISANCES
▸Division 1 — GRAFFITI
Overview- Sec. 15-98. - Definitions.
- Sec. 15-99. - Declaration of public nuisance.
- Sec. 15-100. - Prohibition against causing or attempting to cause graffiti.
- Sec. 15-101. - Furnishing or selling specific types of graffiti implements to minors.
- Sec. 15-102. - Possession of graffiti implement.
- Sec. 15-103. - Removal of graffiti.
- Sec. 15-104. - Fine for violation.
- Sec. 15-105. - Parental civil liability.
- Sec. 15-106. - Removal from city property.
- Sec. 15-107. - Reward for information/restitution/community service.
- Sec. 15-108. - Division shall work in conjunction with state statutes and local ordinances.
▸Division 2 — DRUGS AND GANGS
Overview- Sec. 15-111. - Definitions.
- Sec. 15-112. - Public nuisances to be abated.
- Sec. 15-113. - Identification of nuisance.
- Sec. 15-114. - Notification of nuisance.
- Sec. 15-115. - Civil action by city attorney.
- Sec. 15-116. - Prohibited acts.
- Sec. 15-117. - Powers of law enforcement officers not limited.
- Sec. 15-118. - Parental control.
- Sec. 15-119. - Penalty.
- Sec. 15-120. - Reserved.
▸Article VI — UNLAWFUL EXPOSURE OF PRIVATE PARTS AND FEMALE BREASTS
Overview- Sec. 15-121. - Legislative authorization.
- Sec. 15-122. - Purpose.
- Sec. 15-123. - Definitions.
- Sec. 15-124. - Exposure by waiters, waitresses and other food and beverage handlers or servers.
- Sec. 15-125. - Counseling or assisting.
- Sec. 15-126. - Employment or payment not necessary for offense.
- Sec. 15-127. - Reserved.
- Sec. 15-128. - Reserved.
- Sec. 15-129. - Reserved.
▸Article VII — SALE AND DISPLAY OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA
▸Article VIII — MOBILE HOME PARK SPACE RENTS
Overview- Sec. 15-180. - Definitions.
- Sec. 15-181. - Commission as mobile home park rental review board.
- Sec. 15-182. - Base rent.
- Sec. 15-183. - Permitted annual rent increases.
- Sec. 15-184. - Permitted supplemental rent increases based upon an application approved by the
- Sec. 15-185. - Fees.
- Sec. 15-186. - Permissible reasons for terminating or refusing to renew a tenancy.
- Sec. 15-187. - Refusal of tenant to pay illegal rent.
- Sec. 15-188. - Retaliatory eviction.
- Sec. 15-189. - Remedies.
- Sec. 15-190. - City council review of article.
▸Article IX — ADMINISTRATIVE NUISANCE ABATEMENT
Overview- Sec. 15-200. - Nuisance Defined.
- Sec. 15-201. - Declaration of public nuisance violation.
- Sec. 15-202. - Notification of nuisance.
- Sec. 15-203. - Hearing before city council.
- Sec. 15-204. - Manner of giving notice.
- Sec. 15-205. - Hearing by planning commission/city council.
- Sec. 15-206. - Service on owner of resolution ordering abatement.
- Sec. 15-207. - Abatement by owner.
- Sec. 15-208. - Reserved.
- Sec. 15-209. - Abatement by city.
- Sec. 15-210. - Abatement by razing or removing a structure.
- Sec. 15-211. - Record of cost of abatement.
- Sec. 15-212. - Report hearing and proceedings.
- Sec. 15-213. - Assessment of cost lien against the property.
- Sec. 15-214. - Additional penalties.
- Sec. 15-215. - Delegation of planning director responsibilities.
▸Article X — ADMINISTRATIVE FINES
Overview- Sec. 15-220. - Purpose.
- Sec. 15-221. - Enforcement authority.
- Sec. 15-222. - Scope.
- Sec. 15-223. - Administrative citation.
- Sec. 15-224. - Correction conditions.
- Sec. 15-225. - Responsible party's obligations.
- Sec. 15-226. - Administrative fines.
- Sec. 15-227. - Administrative hearing.
- Sec. 15-228. - Judicial review.
- Sec. 15-229. - Failure to comply.
▸Article XI — REGULATION OF EPHEDRINE PURCHASES
▸Article XII — PUBLIC DISPLAY OF MATERIAL HARMFUL TO MINORS
▸Article XIII — REGISTRATION, MAINTENANCE AND SECURITY OF PROPERTIES IN FORECLOSURE
Overview- Sec. 15-500. - Title.
- Sec. 15-501. - Purpose of article.
- Sec. 15-502. - Expiration.
- Sec. 15-503. - Definitions.
- Sec. 15-504. - Registration of properties in foreclosure.
- Sec. 15-505. - Registration fee.
- Sec. 15-506. - Special provisions where property is encumbered with the security interests of …
- Sec. 15-507. - Maintenance and security of properties in foreclosure.
- Sec. 15-508. - Declaration of public nuisance.
- Sec. 15-509. - Fees.
- Sec. 15-510. - Authority and enforcement.
- Sec. 15-511. - Penalties.
- Sec. 15-512. - Applicability of other laws.
▸Article XIV — ABANDONED CARTS—RETRIEVAL AND IMPOUNDMENT
- Chapter 16 — PARKS AND RECREATION
▸Article II — CONDUCT IN PUBLIC PARKS
Overview- Sec. 16-16. - Scope of article.
- Sec. 16-17. - Definitions.
- Sec. 16-18. - Unlawful acts.
- Sec. 16-19. - Hours for public usage of city parks, signage and posting requirements.
- Sec. 16-20. - Public address systems.
- Sec. 16-21. - Alcoholic beverages in public parks.
- Sec. 16-22. - Vehicle regulation.
- Sec. 16-23. - Commercial solicitation and sales.
- Sec. 16-24. - Noncommercial solicitation and sales.
- Sec. 16-25. - Domestic animals.
- Sec. 16-26. - Athletic activities.
- Sec. 16-27. - Exemptions.
- Sec. 16-28. - Damage or destruction of park property; rewards.
- Sec. 16-29. - Community services director's authority.
- Sec. 16-30. - Violations and penalty provisions.
▸Article III — PUBLIC SKATE PARKS
Overview- Sec. 16-40. - Statement of purpose.
- Sec. 16-41. - Reserved.
- Sec. 16-42. - Definitions.
- Sec. 16-43. - Reserved.
- Sec. 16-44. - Hours of operation.
- Sec. 16-45. - Reserved.
- Sec. 16-46. - Prohibited conduct.
- Sec. 16-47. - Reserved.
- Sec. 16-48. - Protective gear; regulations.
- Sec. 16-49. - Reserved.
- Sec. 16-50. - Signage and posting requirements.
- Sec. 16-51. - Reserved.
- Sec. 16-52. - Violation and penalties.
- Sec. 16-53. - Confiscation and impoundment of personal property.
- Chapter 17 — PLANNING
▸Article II — ART IN PUBLIC PLACES
▸Division 2 — PROJECTS SUBJECT TO ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PROGRAM
▸Division 3 — REQUIREMENTS FOR ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PROGRAM
▸Division 4 — ADMINISTRATION AND PROCESSING
▸Division 5 — ART IN PUBLIC PLACES FUND
▸Article III — HISTORIC RESOURCE PRESERVATION
▸Division 2 — LANDMARK AND HISTORIC DISTRICT DESIGNATION CRITERIA
▸Division 3 — DESIGNATION OF LANDMARKS AND HISTORIC DISTRICTS
Overview- Sec. 17-121. - Nomination requirements, landmark.
- Sec. 17-122. - Minimum eligibility requirements, landmark.
- Sec. 17-123. - Nomination requirements, historic district.
- Sec. 17-124. - Minimum eligibility requirements, historic district.
- Sec. 17-125. - Delay of work pending hearing.
- Sec. 17-126. - Application.
- Sec. 17-127. - Notice.
- Sec. 17-128. - Owner's withdrawal of consent.
- Sec. 17-129. - Commission study and determination.
- Sec. 17-130. - Notice of designation, city departments.
- Sec. 17-131. - Designation statement.
- Sec. 17-132. - Removal of designation: substantial destruction.
- Sec. 17-133. - Use of California Historical Building Code.
▸Division 4 — CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS REQUIRED
Overview- Sec. 17-141. - Actions requiring certificate of appropriateness.
- Sec. 17-142. - Review procedures for certificates of appropriateness.
- Sec. 17-143. - Criteria for approval of certificates of appropriateness for other than demolit…
- Sec. 17-144. - Certificate of appropriateness for removal or demolition.
- Sec. 17-145. - Expiration of certificate of appropriateness.
- Sec. 17-146. - Revocation of certificate of appropriateness.
- Sec. 17-147. - Emergency demolition.
▸Division 6 — MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
▸Division 7 — HISTORIC PRESERVATION PARTICIPATION INCENTIVES
▸Division 8 — ENFORCEMENT
▸Article IV — DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES
Overview- Sec. 17-201. - Authority.
- Sec. 17-202. - Findings and purpose.
- Sec. 17-203. - Definitions.
- Sec. 17-204. - Establishment of DIFs.
- Sec. 17-205. - Calculation and payment of DIFs.
- Sec. 17-206. - Exemptions and credit for existing development.
- Sec. 17-207. - Fee adjustment.
- Sec. 17-208. - Fee revenue accounts.
- Sec. 17-209. - Distribution of impact fee funds.
- Sec. 17-210. - Periodic review and inflation adjustment.
- Sec. 17-211. - Fee refunds.
- Sec. 17-212. - Fee revision by resolution.
▸Chapter 18 — POLICE
▸Article II — UNCLAIMED PROPERTY
▸Chapter 19 — STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND PUBLIC PLACES
Overview- Sec. 19-1. - City standards—Adoption and modification.
- Sec. 19-2. - Prohibiting and restricting entry upon Walnut Creek wash.
- Sec. 19-3. - Picketing; mass demonstrations.
- Sec. 19-4. - Loitering; unreasonable obstruction of streets.
- Sec. 19-5. - Sitting or lying on public ways.
- Sec. 19-6. - Leaving articles on streets.
- Sec. 19-7. - Refuse, etc., in streets, drainage courses, etc.
- Sec. 19-8. - Permitting water to flow upon public streets.
- Sec. 19-9. - Sidewalk traffic regulations.
- Sec. 19-10. - Driving or riding across new pavement or markings.
- Sec. 19-11. - Obstructions in streets.
- Sec. 19-12. - Loading or unloading merchandise.
- Sec. 19-13. - Lights on obstructions or excavations.
- Sec. 19-14. - Unlawful camping and storage of personal property.
▸Article II — CURBS, GUTTERS, SIDEWALKS, ETC.
▸Article III — EXCAVATIONS
Overview- Sec. 19-42. - Definitions.
- Sec. 19-43. - Franchise requirements.
- Sec. 19-44. - City engineer's power to regulate excavations.
- Sec. 19-45. - City engineer's power to regulate tunnels.
- Sec. 19-46. - Costs and fees paid to city.
- Sec. 19-47. - Deposits—Required.
- Sec. 19-48. - Same—Approval of form and sufficiency.
- Sec. 19-49. - Same—Permittee liable for deficiency.
- Sec. 19-50. - Same—Refund.
- Sec. 19-51. - When fees and deposits are not required.
- Sec. 19-52. - Costs; decision of city engineer final.
- Sec. 19-53. - Statements for work performed under article.
- Sec. 19-54. - Inspection.
- Sec. 19-55. - Gutter clearance.
- Sec. 19-56. - Penalty for failure to provide safety precautions.
- Sec. 19-57. - City free of liability.
- Sec. 19-58. - Depth.
- Sec. 19-59. - Backfilling.
- Sec. 19-60. - Resurfacing requirements.
- Sec. 19-61. - Pavement replacement.
- Sec. 19-62. - Removal of substandard subgrade.
- Sec. 19-63. - Seal; coating on resurfacing.
- Sec. 19-64. - City may resurface.
- Sec. 19-65. - Materials and construction to meet standard specifications.
- Sec. 19-66. - Defective work to be corrected.
- Sec. 19-67. - Certificate of final inspection.
- Sec. 19-68. - Emergency excavations.
- Sec. 19-69. - Exception may be granted.
- Sec. 19-70. - Delegation of powers.
- Sec. 19-71. - Insurance—Required.
- Sec. 19-72. - Same—Exemption.
- Sec. 19-73. - Street cut moratorium on newly improved streets.
▸Division 2 — PERMITS
Overview- Sec. 19-81. - Required.
- Sec. 19-82. - Compliance with terms required.
- Sec. 19-83. - Payment of fees prerequisite to issuance.
- Sec. 19-84. - Requirements generally.
- Sec. 19-85. - Application form.
- Sec. 19-86. - Granted subject to rights of city.
- Sec. 19-87. - To be kept on job.
- Sec. 19-88. - Not transferable.
- Sec. 19-89. - Overall time limit.
- Sec. 19-90. - State highway permits.
- Sec. 19-91. - Flood control permits.
- Sec. 19-92. - Inspection fees.
▸Article IV — NUMBERING OF BUILDINGS
▸Article VI — STREET IMPROVEMENTS
Overview- Sec. 19-151. - Definition.
- Sec. 19-152. - Inspection and acceptance.
- Sec. 19-153. - Notice required before commencing work.
- Sec. 19-154. - City engineer's duties and responsibilities.
- Sec. 19-155. - Maps showing underground improvements—Required.
- Sec. 19-156. - Same—Annual review.
- Sec. 19-157. - Same—Affidavits required.
- Sec. 19-158. - Same—Exceptions; improvements not added.
- Sec. 19-159. - Same—Abandoned improvements.
▸Article VII — STREET OBSTRUCTIONS
Overview- Sec. 19-181. - Definitions.
- Sec. 19-182. - Notice to owner to remove, disconnect, etc.—Generally.
- Sec. 19-183. - Same—Contents; prosecution of work.
- Sec. 19-184. - Same—Work to be started and completed diligently.
- Sec. 19-185. - Same—City engineer may complete work and recover costs.
- Sec. 19-186. - Remedies cumulative.
▸Article IX — PUBLICATION VENDING MACHINES
Overview- Sec. 19-195. - Purpose.
- Sec. 19-196. - Definitions.
- Sec. 19-197. - Publication vending machines prohibited roadways.
- Sec. 19-198. - Design and construction standards.
- Sec. 19-199. - Design and construction requirements—Blinder racks.
- Sec. 19-200. - Placement standards—Generally.
- Sec. 19-201. - Placement standards—Required clearances.
- Sec. 19-202. - Placement standards—Proximity to curbs and structures.
- Sec. 19-203. - Placement standards—Attachment.
- Sec. 19-204. - Placement standards—Joining machines together.
- Sec. 19-205. - Maintenance standards.
- Sec. 19-206. - Information to be attached to machine.
- Sec. 19-207. - Noncompliance with this article.
- Sec. 19-208. - Business permit required.
- Sec. 19-209. - Authority of the city engineer to promulgate rules and regulations.
- Sec. 19-210. - Authority of city engineer to delegate duties.
- Sec. 19-211. - Amortization.
▸Article X — WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION FACILITIES IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY
Overview- Sec. 19-300. - Purpose.
- Sec. 19-301. - Applicability.
- Sec. 19-302. - Definitions.
- Sec. 19-303. - Wireless telecommunications facility permit (WTFP) review authority.
- Sec. 19-304. - Wireless telecommunications facility permit application submittal requirements.
- Sec. 19-305. - Review procedure.
- Sec. 19-306. - Design and development standards.
- Sec. 19-307. - Operation and maintenance standards.
- Sec. 19-308. - No dangerous condition or obstructions allowed.
- Sec. 19-309. - Nonexclusive grant; no possessory interests.
- Sec. 19-310. - Permit expiration; abandonment of applications.
- Sec. 19-311. - Cessation of use or abandonment.
- Sec. 19-312. - Removal and restoration—Permit expiration, revocation or abandonment.
- Sec. 19-313. - Effect on other ordinances.
- Sec. 19-314. - State or federal law.
- Sec. 19-315. - Legal nonconforming wireless telecommunications facilities in the right-of-way.
- Chapter 20 — RESERVED
▸Chapter 21 — TAXATION
▸Article II — SALES AND USE TAX
Overview- Sec. 21-16. - Short title.
- Sec. 21-17. - Purpose.
- Sec. 21-18. - Operative date; contract with state.
- Sec. 21-19. - Imposition of sales tax.
- Sec. 21-20. - Place of sale.
- Sec. 21-21. - Adoption of state law regarding sales tax.
- Sec. 21-22. - Clarification of taxing agencies as to sales tax.
- Sec. 21-23. - Seller's permit not required of retailer to whom permit has been issued under st…
- Sec. 21-24. - Gross receipts exclusions.
- Sec. 21-25. - Imposition of use tax.
- Sec. 21-26. - Exemptions from use tax.
- Sec. 21-27. - Adoption of state law as to use tax.
- Sec. 21-28. - Clarification of taxing agencies as to use tax.
- Sec. 21-29. - Adoption of state law amendments.
- Sec. 21-30. - Enjoining collection forbidden.
- Sec. 21-31. - Existing sales and use tax ordinances suspended.
- Sec. 21-32. - Reserved.
▸Article III — TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX
Overview- Sec. 21-43. - Short title.
- Sec. 21-44. - Definitions.
- Sec. 21-45. - Imposed.
- Sec. 21-46. - Exemptions.
- Sec. 21-47. - Operator's duties.
- Sec. 21-48. - Registration of hotels.
- Sec. 21-49. - Reporting and remitting.
- Sec. 21-50. - Penalties and interest.
- Sec. 21-51. - Failure to collect and report tax; determination of tax by tax administrator.
- Sec. 21-52. - Appeal.
- Sec. 21-53. - Records.
- Sec. 21-54. - Refunds.
- Sec. 21-55. - Actions to collect.
- Sec. 21-57. - Alterations of register.
- Sec. 21-58. - Registering under fictitious name prohibited.
- Sec. 21-59. - Repeated use prohibited.
▸Article IV — REAL PROPERTY TRANSFER TAX
Overview- Sec. 21-67. - Short title.
- Sec. 21-68. - Imposed.
- Sec. 21-69. - Person responsible for payment.
- Sec. 21-70. - Exemptions for government agencies.
- Sec. 21-71. - Exemption for instrument securing debt.
- Sec. 21-72. - Exemption for bankruptcy, receivership.
- Sec. 21-73. - Exemption for SEC orders.
- Sec. 21-74. - Exemption for partnerships.
- Sec. 21-75. - Exemption for instruments taken in lieu of foreclosure.
- Sec. 21-76. - Administration.
- Sec. 21-77. - Claims for refunds.
▸Article V — PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION TAX
▸Chapter 22 — TRAFFIC REGULATIONS
Overview- Sec. 22-1. - Definitions.
- Sec. 22-2. - Obedience to police or authorized officers required.
- Sec. 22-3. - Only authorized persons to direct traffic.
- Sec. 22-4. - Public employees to obey traffic regulations.
- Sec. 22-5. - Exemptions to certain vehicles.
- Sec. 22-6. - Report of damage to certain property.
- Sec. 22-7. - Riding or driving of animals.
- Sec. 22-8. - Obstruction to visibility at intersections or driveways.
- Sec. 22-9. - Traffic regulations applicable to city facilities.
▸Article II — ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT
▸Division 3 — TRAFFIC ENGINEER
▸Division 4 — TRAFFIC COMMITTEE
▸Division 5 — TRAFFIC-CONTROL SIGNS, SIGNALS AND DEVICES
Overview- Sec. 22-54. - Authority to install.
- Sec. 22-55. - Signs required for enforcement of certain provisions.
- Sec. 22-56. - Obedience to traffic-control devices required.
- Sec. 22-57. - Obedience to barriers and signs required.
- Sec. 22-58. - Installation of traffic signals.
- Sec. 22-59. - Safety zones.
- Sec. 22-60. - Traffic lanes; turning markers, etc.
- Sec. 22-61. - Avoidance of traffic-control devices.
- Sec. 22-62. - Authority to remove, relocate and discontinue traffic-control devices.
- Sec. 22-63. - Unauthorized painting of curbs.
- Sec. 22-64. - Removal of unauthorized signs, signals.
- Sec. 22-65. - Tampering with traffic signs, signals, markings or control devices.
▸Article III — BICYCLES
Overview- Sec. 22-77. - Definitions.
- Sec. 22-78. - Duty of bicycle operator; operation on roadway.
- Sec. 22-79. - Motor vehicles prohibited on bike lanes.
- Sec. 22-80. - Skateboard, roller skates, coaster, and scooter restrictions.
- Sec. 22-81. - Parking restrictions.
- Sec. 22-82. - Posting requirements.
- Sec. 22-83. - Exemptions from regulations.
▸Article IV — OPERATION OF VEHICLES
Overview- Sec. 22-91. - Emerging from an alley or private driveway.
- Sec. 22-92. - Driving through funeral processions.
- Sec. 22-93. - Obstructing intersections.
- Sec. 22-94. - Closing streets temporarily; entry prohibited.
- Sec. 22-95. - Backing of vehicles.
- Sec. 22-96. - Limited access.
- Sec. 22-97. - Permit required for movement of heavy vehicles and equipment.
- Sec. 22-98. - Damage to surfaced streets.
▸Division 2 — ONE-WAY STREETS
▸Division 3 — RIGHT-OF-WAY
▸Article V — STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING
Overview- Sec. 22-165. - Application of regulations.
- Sec. 22-166. - Designation of no stopping, no parking and restricted parking zones.
- Sec. 22-167. - Effect of "no-stopping" signs.
- Sec. 22-168. - Stopping, standing and parking prohibited in certain areas—Signs required.
- Sec. 22-169. - Same—No signs required.
- Sec. 22-170. - Bus zones—Establishment; marking.
- Sec. 22-171. - Same—Violations.
- Sec. 22-172. - Parking adjacent to schools.
- Sec. 22-173. - Parking prohibited on narrow streets.
- Sec. 22-174. - Parking prohibited during certain days or hours; preferential parking permits.
- Sec. 22-175. - Overnight parking restrictions in limited areas.
- Sec. 22-176. - Curb zones and time limit parking.
- Sec. 22-177. - Authority of police in crowds.
- Sec. 22-178. - Parking in alleys.
- Sec. 22-179. - Parking space markings.
- Sec. 22-180. - Parallel and angle parking.
- Sec. 22-181. - Diagonal parking.
- Sec. 22-182. - Parking parallel on one-way streets.
- Sec. 22-183. - Parking for certain purposes prohibited.
- Sec. 22-184. - Parking of commercial vehicles regulated.
- Sec. 22-185. - Parking of trailers, semitrailers and trailer coaches prohibited.
- Sec. 22-186. - Parking of vehicles transporting hazardous materials.
- Sec. 22-187. - Parking on bridges.
- Sec. 22-188. - Parking in fire lanes on private property.
- Sec. 22-189. - Vehicle height parking restriction.
- Sec. 22-190. - Establishment of neighborhood parking protection zones; enhanced penalties.
- Sec. 22-191. - Prohibit, restrict or regulate the parking, stopping and standing on the civic …
- Sec. 22-192. - Public nuisance vehicles—Prohibited.
- Sec. 22-193. - Parking on days and times posted for street sweeping prohibited.
▸Chapter 23 — UTILITIES
▸Article II — SEWERS AND SEWAGE DISPOSAL
Overview- Sec. 23-16. - Short title.
- Sec. 23-17. - Definitions.
- Sec. 23-18. - Connection with new sewer—Required.
- Sec. 23-19. - Same—Connection prohibited through adjoining property; exceptions.
- Sec. 23-20. - Plumbing fixtures to be connected to public sewer.
- Sec. 23-21. - Connections with public sewer to conform to article.
- Sec. 23-22. - Removal of or injury to sewer—Generally.
- Sec. 23-23. - Same—Opening manhole.
- Sec. 23-24. - Sewer service for large parcels.
- Sec. 23-25. - Dairy screen chambers, sand and grease interceptors generally.
- Sec. 23-26. - Dairy screen chambers prerequisite to discharge of milking barn wash water to se…
- Sec. 23-27. - Dairy screen chambers specifications.
- Sec. 23-28. - Approval of city engineer to dairy screen chambers.
- Sec. 23-29. - Maintenance of plants, interceptors and other facilities—Generally.
- Sec. 23-30. - Same—Exceptions for trunk sewers.
- Sec. 23-31. - Connecting sewer in undedicated street prohibited.
- Sec. 23-32. - Backwater traps and valves.
- Sec. 23-33. - Industrial waste pre-treatment plants; flushing sewer connections.
- Sec. 23-34. - Maintenance of industrial waste pre-treatment facilities.
- Sec. 23-35. - Discharge of rain and surface water to public or house connection sewer prohibit…
- Sec. 23-36. - Pipe—Kind and size generally.
- Sec. 23-37. - Same—Size requirements for different portions.
- Sec. 23-38. - Same—Reducer and reducer tee.
- Sec. 23-39. - Trailer court connections.
- Sec. 23-40. - Reimbursement for sewers—Map required.
- Sec. 23-41. - Same—Fee for determining amount of reimbursement.
- Sec. 23-42. - Exceptions may be granted.
- Sec. 23-43. - City engineer empowered to stop overflow.
- Sec. 23-44. - City engineer to enforce this article.
- Sec. 23-45. - Reserved.
- Sec. 23-46. - Fees and charges.
▸Division 2 — STANDARDS OF DESIGN
Overview- Sec. 23-51. - Work and plans which shall conform to division.
- Sec. 23-52. - Size of main line sewer.
- Sec. 23-53. - Velocity.
- Sec. 23-54. - Grades.
- Sec. 23-55. - Depth of sewer.
- Sec. 23-56. - Structures.
- Sec. 23-57. - Location of sewer in street.
- Sec. 23-58. - Location of end structures.
- Sec. 23-59. - House connection sewers.
- Sec. 23-60. - Pipe strength.
- Sec. 23-61. - Substructures.
- Sec. 23-62. - Soil conditions.
- Sec. 23-63. - Bench marks.
▸Division 3 — SEWER SYSTEM OVERFLOW PREVENTION
Overview- Sec. 23-71. - Purpose and intent.
- Sec. 23-72. - Definitions.
- Sec. 23-73. - FOG discharge requirement.
- Sec. 23-74. - Discharge prohibitions.
- Sec. 23-75. - Reserved.
- Sec. 23-76. - FOG pretreatment for food service establishments required.
- Sec. 23-77. - FOG pretreatment for industrial and commercial facilities.
- Sec. 23-78. - Single parcels.
- Sec. 23-79. - New construction, remodeling, change in operations.
- Sec. 23-80. - Public sewer overflows and cleanup costs.
- Sec. 23-81. - Nuisance declared.
- Sec. 23-82. - Grease interceptor requirements.
- Sec. 23-83. - Monitoring, reporting, and record keeping.
- Sec. 23-84. - Best management practices required.
- Sec. 23-85. - Inspection and sampling.
- Sec. 23-86. - Notification of spill.
- Sec. 23-87. - Enforcement.
- Sec. 23-88. - Penalty imposed on city by regulatory agency(ies).
▸Division 5 — HOUSE CONNECTION SEWERS
Overview- Sec. 23-113. - Requirements for existing house connection sewers.
- Sec. 23-114. - Maintenance.
- Sec. 23-115. - Connection to public sewer—Application for permit.
- Sec. 23-116. - Same—Connection charge; exceptions.
- Sec. 23-117. - Same—Modification of charge.
- Sec. 23-118. - Same—Maintenance charge.
- Sec. 23-119. - Same—Frontage benefited.
- Sec. 23-120. - Same—Permit fees.
- Sec. 23-121. - Same—Payment of charges in advance of application for permit.
- Sec. 23-122. - Same—Future assessments.
- Sec. 23-123. - Same—Records of permit applications.
- Sec. 23-124. - Cleanouts—When required.
- Sec. 23-125. - Same—Placement in vitrified clay pipe.
- Sec. 23-126. - Same—Placement in cast iron pipe.
- Sec. 23-127. - Adapter.
- Sec. 23-128. - Water test—Required.
- Sec. 23-129. - Same—Testing in sections.
- Sec. 23-130. - Same—Testing cement joints.
- Sec. 23-131. - Same—Connection must meet test.
- Sec. 23-132. - Laying pipe—Generally.
- Sec. 23-133. - Same—Placing vitrified clay pipe.
- Sec. 23-134. - Same—Direct connection with trunk sewer.
- Sec. 23-135. - Same—Grade from public sewer to property.
- Sec. 23-136. - Same—Grade of house connection sewer inside property.
- Sec. 23-137. - Same—Bends or fittings or straight grades.
- Sec. 23-138. - Same—Depth of connection.
- Sec. 23-139. - Same—Sewers under other structures.
- Sec. 23-140. - Same—Walking on or disturbing pipe.
- Sec. 23-141. - Same—Pipe joints.
- Sec. 23-142. - Same—Tapping public sewer.
- Sec. 23-143. - Same—"Y" or "T" saddles.
- Sec. 23-144. - Same—Concrete around saddle.
▸Division 6 — INDUSTRIAL CONNECTION SEWERS
Overview- Sec. 23-151. - Reimbursement of city for violation disconnections prerequisite to reconnection.
- Sec. 23-152. - Liability of permittee and others for repairs and maintenance.
- Sec. 23-153. - Conformance with wastewater ordinance.
- Sec. 23-154. - Prevention of wastewater discharges to municipal separate storm sewer system.
▸Division 7 — PERMITS
Overview- Sec. 23-161. - When required.
- Sec. 23-162. - Special house connections.
- Sec. 23-163. - When not required.
- Sec. 23-164. - Application by person other than owner.
- Sec. 23-165. - Application by owner.
- Sec. 23-166. - Application form.
- Sec. 23-167. - Checking of main line and industrial connection sewer plans prerequisite to iss…
- Sec. 23-168. - Prerequisites to issuance for industrial liquid waste disposal.
- Sec. 23-169. - Prerequisite to issuance for pumping plants.
- Sec. 23-170. - Fees—Original.
- Sec. 23-171. - Same—Industrial waste disposal.
- Sec. 23-172. - Same—Additional inspection fees.
- Sec. 23-173. - Same—Alteration fee.
- Sec. 23-174. - Same—Other fees and deposits.
- Sec. 23-175. - Issuance.
- Sec. 23-176. - Transferability.
- Sec. 23-177. - Revocation; notice of disconnection.
- Sec. 23-178. - Term.
▸Division 8 — INSPECTIONS
Overview- Sec. 23-186. - When required.
- Sec. 23-187. - Notice when work ready.
- Sec. 23-188. - Work to be uncovered and convenient.
- Sec. 23-189. - Notice to remove obstructions before inspection.
- Sec. 23-190. - Defective work to be corrected within ten days.
- Sec. 23-191. - Permittee to furnish labor and equipment for tests.
- Sec. 23-192. - Inspection of concrete forms.
- Sec. 23-193. - Certificate of final inspection.
- Sec. 23-194. - Materials and construction to meet standard specifications.
- Sec. 23-195. - Facilities connected prior to inspection.
- Sec. 23-196. - Maintenance inspections.
- Sec. 23-197. - Inspection of interceptors and chambers.
- Sec. 23-198. - Inspector's badges.
▸Division 9 — USE LIMITATIONS
Overview- Sec. 23-206. - Generally.
- Sec. 23-207. - Uncontaminated cooling water to be discharged to storm drain where possible.
- Sec. 23-208. - Discharging domestic garbage.
- Sec. 23-209. - Maximum size of garbage particles.
- Sec. 23-210. - Wash rack waste.
- Sec. 23-211. - Cellar and shower drainage.
- Sec. 23-212. - Special waste pipe connection.
- Sec. 23-213. - Steam exhaust and boiler blow-off.
- Sec. 23-214. - Temperature of effluent.
- Sec. 23-215. - Control of pH.
- Sec. 23-216. - Toxic substances.
- Sec. 23-217. - Petroleum products.
- Sec. 23-218. - Dilution of wastes.
▸Article III — WATER
Overview- Sec. 23-231. - Administration.
- Sec. 23-232. - Terms and conditions of service.
- Sec. 23-233. - Construction of water lines.
- Sec. 23-234. - Application for water service and water service later charges.
- Sec. 23-235. - Installations not otherwise covered.
- Sec. 23-236. - Meter readings and billings.
- Sec. 23-237. - Permission for connection with city water system.
- Sec. 23-238. - Consumer service to others.
- Sec. 23-239. - Cross-connections.
- Sec. 23-240. - Meters.
- Sec. 23-241. - Shut-off valves.
- Sec. 23-242. - City's right to interrupt service; nonliability of city for interruptions.
- Sec. 23-243. - Access to premises.
- Sec. 23-244. - Theft of water and the right to install or remove city equipment.
- Sec. 23-245. - Notices.
- Sec. 23-246. - Cross-connection control program: Administration and enforcement; fee schedule.
- Sec. 23-247. - Cross-connection control program definitions.
- Sec. 23-248. - Cross-connection control programs: Requirements.
- Sec. 23-249. - Cross-connection control program: Approved device.
- Sec. 23-250. - Cross-connection control program.
▸Division 2 — RATES
Overview- Sec. 23-253. - Generally.
- Sec. 23-254. - Rate zones.
- Sec. 23-255. - Domestic, irrigation, commercial and industrial service.
- Sec. 23-256. - Municipal service.
- Sec. 23-257. - Temporary service.
- Sec. 23-258. - Private fire service.
- Sec. 23-259. - Public fire protection.
- Sec. 23-260. - Table of rates and charges to be filed in offices of city clerk and engineer.
▸Division 3 — DOMESTIC WATER SYSTEMS' DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS IN
▸Article IV — UNDERGROUND SERVICE LINES
▸Article V — UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICTS
Overview- Sec. 23-287. - Definitions.
- Sec. 23-288. - Report by city engineer reformation of district pre-requisite to hearing on nec…
- Sec. 23-289. - Public hearing by council re necessity.
- Sec. 23-290. - Council may designate districts by resolution.
- Sec. 23-291. - Unlawful acts.
- Sec. 23-292. - Exceptions—Emergency or unusual circumstances.
- Sec. 23-293. - Same—Others.
- Sec. 23-294. - Notice to property owners and utility companies.
- Sec. 23-295. - Responsibility of utility companies.
- Sec. 23-296. - Responsibility of property owners.
- Sec. 23-297. - Responsibility of city.
- Sec. 23-298. - Extension of time.
▸Article VI — WELL STANDARDS
Overview- Sec. 23-305. - Purpose and definitions.
- Sec. 23-306. - Well permits.
- Sec. 23-307. - Standards.
- Sec. 23-308. - Variances.
- Sec. 23-309. - Special ground water protection.
- Sec. 23-310. - Inspections.
- Sec. 23-311. - Completion reports.
- Sec. 23-312. - Appeals.
- Sec. 23-313. - Right of entry and inspection.
- Sec. 23-314. - Abatement of abandoned wells.
- Sec. 23-315. - Criminal civil enforcement.
- Sec. 23-316. - Reports to the regional board.
▸Article VII — EMERGENCY WATER CONSERVATION MEASURES
Overview- Sec. 23-320. - Authorization to implement article.
- Sec. 23-321. - Definitions.
- Sec. 23-322. - General prohibition/relationship to other provisions.
- Sec. 23-323. - Phase I shortage.
- Sec. 23-324. - Phase II shortage.
- Sec. 23-325. - Phase III shortage.
- Sec. 23-326. - Relief from compliance.
- Sec. 23-327. - Failure to comply.
- Sec. 23-328. - Hearing regarding violations.
- Sec. 23-329. - Additional water shortage measures.
- Sec. 23-330. - Public health and safety not to be affected.
- Sec. 23-331. - Severability.
- Chapter 24 — VEGETATION
▸Article II — TREES IN PUBLIC PLACES
Overview- Sec. 24-16. - Definitions.
- Sec. 24-17. - Jurisdiction and control.
- Sec. 24-18. - Street tree plan.
- Sec. 24-19. - Responsibility of property owner and occupant with regard to abutting street tre…
- Sec. 24-20. - Infestation or infection of trees.
- Sec. 24-21. - Declaration of public nuisance and abatement procedures.
- Sec. 24-22. - Permission required for planting, maintaining, and removal of street trees.
- Sec. 24-23. - Reimbursement for removed or damaged public trees.
- Sec. 24-24. - Destruction, defacement or injury to public trees.
- Sec. 24-25. - Protection of public trees during construction work.
- Sec. 24-26. - Preventing encroachment or hazard.
- Sec. 24-27. - Interfering objects on public property.
- Sec. 24-28. - Interfering with director.
- Sec. 24-29. - Maintenance of shrubs and plants in parkways.
- Chapter 25 — VEHICLES FOR HIRE
▸Article II — AUTOMOBILES FOR HIRE
Overview- Sec. 25-16. - Definitions.
- Sec. 25-17. - Automobile for hire; application.
- Sec. 25-18. - Condition of vehicle.
- Sec. 25-19. - Vehicle subject to inspection.
- Sec. 25-20. - Reserved.
- Sec. 25-21. - Rates—To be posted in automobile for hire.
- Sec. 25-22. - Carrying passengers by direct route.
- Sec. 25-23. - Passenger's right to use of taxicab.
- Sec. 25-24. - Reserved.
- Sec. 25-25. - Accident reports.
- Sec. 25-26. - License decal to be attached to operating automobile.
▸Division 2 — PERMITS
Overview- Sec. 25-36. - Required.
- Sec. 25-37. - Applications for owner's permit; forms and information; fee.
- Sec. 25-40. - Certificate of insurance prerequisite to issuance of owner's permit.
- Sec. 25-41. - Grounds for denial of owner's permit.
- Sec. 25-42. - Scope of owner's permit.
- Sec. 25-43. - Cancellation of owner's permit—Expiration of insurance.
- Sec. 25-44. - Same—Inactive service.
- Sec. 25-45. - Term of owner's permit.
- Sec. 25-46. - Application for driver's permit.
- Sec. 25-47. - Investigation of applicant.
- Sec. 25-48. - Denial or issuance of driver's permit.
- Sec. 25-49. - Term of driver's permit.
- Sec. 25-50. - Cancellation of driver's permit.
- Sec. 25-51. - Appeal to the city council.
- Sec. 25-52. - Suspension, rescission or revocation of owner's or driver's permit—Generally.
- Sec. 25-53. - Same—No refund of fee.
- Sec. 25-54. - Permits—Nontransferable.
- Sec. 25-55. - Same—Possession.
- Chapter 26 — ZONING
▸Division 1 — PURPOSE AND APPLICABILITY OF THE DEVELOPMENT CODE
Overview- Sec. 26-1. - Title.
- Sec. 26-2. - Purpose and objectives.
- Sec. 26-3. - Applicability of the Development Code.
- Sec. 26-4. - Relationship to prior ordinances.
- Sec. 26-5. - Relationship to General Plan.
- Sec. 26-6. - Relationship to other City ordinances.
- Sec. 26-7. - Severability, partial invalidation of Development Code.
- Sec. 26-13. - Establishment of zoning districts.
- Sec. 26-14. - Official zoning map.
- Sec. 26-15. - Uncertainty of zoning district boundaries.
- Sec. 26-16. - Classification of annexed parcels.
▸Division 2 — DEFINITIONS
▸Division 1 — RESIDENTIAL ZONES (R-A, R-1, MF-8, MF-15, MF-20, MF-45)
Overview- Sec. 26-44. - Purpose and intent of residential zones.
- Sec. 26-45. - Land use regulations and allowable uses.
- Sec. 26-46. - Development standards for R-A and R-1 zones.
- Sec. 26-47. - Applicable regulations for R-A and R-1 zones.
- Sec. 26-48. - Development standards for multi-family zones.
- Sec. 26-49. - Applicable standards for multi-family zones.
▸Division 2 — COMMERCIAL MIXED-USE, OFFICE MIXED-USE, AND MANUFACTURING ZONES (OPMU,
Overview- Sec. 26-50. - Purpose and intent by zone.
- Sec. 26-51. - Land use regulations and allowable uses.
- Sec. 26-52. - Development standards.
- Sec. 26-53. - Additional regulations for commercial mixed-use, office mixed-use and manufactur…
- Sec. 26-54. - Development standards for residential development in mixed-use zones.
▸Division 3 — SPECIAL PURPOSE ZONES (O-S, S-P)
▸Division 4 — OVERLAY ZONES (HILLSIDE, PLANNED COMMUNITY AND RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT,
▸Division 1 — GENERAL SITE PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Overview- Sec. 26-63. - Purpose.
- Sec. 26-64. - Lot coverage measurement.
- Sec. 26-65. - Height measurement and exceptions.
- Sec. 26-66. - Setback measurement and exceptions.
- Sec. 26-67. - Sight triangle areas.
- Sec. 26-68. - Encroachments into required setbacks.
- Sec. 26-69. - Maintenance and security standards for vacant, unoccupied or abandoned buildings…
▸Division 3 — FENCES, WALLS, AND HEDGES
▸Division 4 — SCREENING AND BUFFERING
▸Division 6 — PARKING AND LOADING
Overview- Sec. 26-88. - Purpose and applicability.
- Sec. 26-89. - General provisions.
- Sec. 26-90. - Number of parking spaces required and parking design standards.
- Sec. 26-91. - Bicycle parking standards.
- Sec. 26-92. - Reduction of parking requirements and joint use parking.
- Sec. 26-93. - Parking facility design standards.
- Sec. 26-94. - Off-street loading requirements.
▸Division 7 — TRANSPORTATION AND AIR QUALITY CONTROL MEASURES
▸Division 8 — SIGN REGULATIONS
Overview- Sec. 26-98. - Purpose and applicability.
- Sec. 26-99. - Sign permit required.
- Sec. 26-100. - Exempt signs.
- Sec. 26-101. - Prohibited signs and locations.
- Sec. 26-102. - Signs allowed by zoning district and use.
- Sec. 26-103. - Sign development standards and regulations.
- Sec. 26-104. - Temporary banner signs.
- Sec. 26-105. - Appeals and violations.
- Sec. 26-106. - Severability.
▸Division 1 — STANDARDS FOR SPECIFIC LAND USES
▸Title 11 — Health and Safety Code division 1 - Health Code chapter 11.36-Body Art Establishmen…
Overview- Sec. 26-113. - Cannabis.
- Sec. 26-114. - Community assembly facility.
- Sec. 26-115. - Containment of carts.
- Sec. 26-116. - Drive-through facilities.
- Sec. 26-117. - Electric vehicle charging stations and solar carports.
- Sec. 26-118. - Emergency shelters.
- Sec. 26-119. - Private gymnasiums and fitness studios.
- Sec. 26-120. - Home occupation.
- Sec. 26-121. - Massage parlors and health and beauty spas.
- Sec. 26-122. - Mobile home development and design standards.
- Sec. 26-123. - Mobile services.
- Sec. 26-124. - Temporary leasing centers, modular trailers and model homes.
- Sec. 26-125. - Outdoor dining.
- Sec. 26-126. - Portable self-storage containers.
- Sec. 26-127. - Recycling facilities.
- Sec. 26-128. - Restaurants, limited-service, take-out, delivery-only only.
- Sec. 26-129. - Service stations.
- Sec. 26-130. - Skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, dialysis facilities and…
- Sec. 26-131. - Single room occupancy structure (SRO).
- Sec. 26-132. - Kiosk.
- Sec. 26-133. - Transitional and supportive housing.
- Sec. 26-134. - Standards for special group residences and similar uses.
- Sec. 26-135. - Hotel and motel conversions for affordable housing.
- Sec. 26-136. - Wireless telecommunication facilities within all land uses.
▸Division 2 — ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS
▸Division 3 — AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND DENSITY BONUS INCENTIVES
Overview- Sec. 26-143. - Purpose and intent.
- Sec. 26-144. - Definitions.
- Sec. 26-145. - Applicability.
- Sec. 26-146. - Application requirements.
- Sec. 26-147. - Density bonus.
- Sec. 26-148. - Discretionary density bonuses.
- Sec. 26-149. - Incentives and concessions.
- Sec. 26-150. - Waivers.
- Sec. 26-151. - Parking reductions.
- Sec. 26-152. - Childcare facility.
- Sec. 26-153. - Land donation.
- Sec. 26-154. - Commercial development bonus.
- Sec. 26-155. - Design and quality.
- Sec. 26-156. - Review procedures.
- Sec. 26-157. - Density bonus housing agreement and senior housing agreement.
- Sec. 26-158. - Fees and expenses.
- Sec. 26-159. - Interpretation.
- Sec. 26-160. - Severability.
▸Division 5 — MULTI-UNIT DWELLING OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS
- Division 6 — LIVE/WORK UNITS
- Division 7 — LOW BARRIER NAVIGATION CENTERS
▸Division 2 — NONCONFORMING PARCELS
▸Division 3 — NONCONFORMING SIGNS
▸Division 4 — NONCONFORMING STRUCTURES
▸Division 5 — NONCONFORMING USES
▸Division 6 — ABATEMENT AND EXTENSION OF NONCONFORMING USES, STRUCTURES AND
▸Division 1 — GENERAL PROVISIONS
Overview- Sec. 26-182. - Application forms and materials.
- Sec. 26-183. - Applications a part of permanent record.
- Sec. 26-184. - Filing fees.
- Sec. 26-185. - Multiple applications.
- Sec. 26-186. - Setting hearings.
- Sec. 26-187. - Notices.
- Sec. 26-188. - Establishment of public hearing rules for conduct.
- Sec. 26-189. - Hearings may be continued without recourse to public notice.
- Sec. 26-190. - Permanent files shall include summary of testimony.
- Sec. 26-191. - Planning Commission decision and findings.
- Sec. 26-192. - Effective date of Planning Commission decision.
- Sec. 26-193. - Appeal procedure.
- Sec. 26-194. - Referral back to Planning Commission.
- Sec. 26-195. - Planning Commission failure to report.
- Sec. 26-196. - City Council call-up procedures.
- Sec. 26-197. - City Council decision and findings.
- Sec. 26-198. - Decision of the City Council.
- Sec. 26-199. - Refiling projects.
▸Division 2 — REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
Overview- Sec. 26-200. - Purpose.
- Sec. 26-201. - Applicability.
- Sec. 26-202. - Procedures.
- Sec. 26-203. - Review authority.
- Sec. 26-204. - Criteria for consideration.
- Sec. 26-205. - Decision and findings.
- Sec. 26-206. - Conditions of approval.
- Sec. 26-207. - Compliance with existing regulations.
- Sec. 26-208. - Service of written decision and appeals.
- Sec. 26-209. - Duration of reasonable accommodation.
▸Division 3 — PRECISE PLAN
Overview- Sec. 26-210. - When required.
- Sec. 26-211. - Contents.
- Sec. 26-212. - Approval or rejection.
- Sec. 26-213. - Required findings for a precise plan.
- Sec. 26-214. - Approval subject to condition.
- Sec. 26-215. - Compliance required.
- Sec. 26-216. - Continuation of existing plans.
- Sec. 26-217. - Distinction from other precise plans.
- Sec. 26-218. - Street frontage requirements.
- Sec. 26-219. - Failure to act on a precise plan.
- Sec. 26-220. - Amendment to a precise plan.
▸Division 4 — CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
Overview- Sec. 26-221. - Purpose.
- Sec. 26-222. - Conditional use permits reviewed by Planning Commission.
- Sec. 26-223. - Conditional use permits reviewed by the City Council.
- Sec. 26-224. - Required findings for conditional use permit.
- Sec. 26-225. - Approval or rejection of conditional use permit.
- Sec. 26-226. - Existing regulations.
- Sec. 26-227. - Amendment to a conditional use permit.
- Sec. 26-228. - Failure to take action on a conditional use permit.
- Sec. 26-229. - Revocation.
- Sec. 26-230. - Compliance required.
▸Division 6 — ADMINISTRATIVE PERMIT
Overview- Sec. 26-237. - Purpose.
- Sec. 26-238. - Community Development Director or their designee may grant administrative permit.
- Sec. 26-239. - Amendment to an administrative permit.
- Sec. 26-240. - Failure to act on an administrative permit.
- Sec. 26-241. - Revocation.
- Sec. 26-242. - Compliance required.
- Sec. 26-243. - Community Development Director or their designee may grant administrative review
- Sec. 26-244. - Amendment to administrative review by Community Development Director or their d…
- Sec. 26-245. - Failure to utilize administrative review approval by Community Development Dire…
- Sec. 26-246. - Revocation.
- Sec. 26-247. - Compliance required.
▸Division 8 — FILM PERMIT PURPOSE
▸Division 9 — SECOND UNIT REVIEW (ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT AND URBAN DWELLING UNIT)
▸Division 10 — PRESERVATION, PROTECTION AND REMOVAL OF TREES
▸Division 11 — ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES AND PROCEDURES
▸Division 12 — REVOCATION PROCEDURES
Overview- Sec. 26-266. - Applicability.
- Sec. 26-267. - Revocation hearing body.
- Sec. 26-268. - Grounds for revocation.
- Sec. 26-269. - Initiation of revocation processing.
- Sec. 26-270. - Notice of hearing.
- Sec. 26-271. - Contents of hearing notice.
- Sec. 26-272. - Conduct of the hearing.
- Sec. 26-273. - Decision of the hearing board.
- Sec. 26-274. - Appeal of hearing board decision.
- Sec. 26-275. - Decision of the City Council on appeal.
- Sec. 26-276. - Termination of proceedings.
▸Division 13 — PLANNING COMMISSION SUBCOMMITTEE FOR DESIGN REVIEW
▸Division 2 — ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT
▸Division 1 — AUTHORITY
▸Division 2 — GENERAL PROVISIONS
Overview- Sec. 26-296. - Definitions.
- Sec. 26-297. - Application.
- Sec. 26-298. - Deviations.
- Sec. 26-299. - Conformance to City standards.
- Sec. 26-300. - Information package for prospective purchases of subdivided land.
- Sec. 26-301. - Surveys.
- Sec. 26-302. - Standards for completing and accepting public improvements.
- Sec. 26-303. - Waiver of disapproval of maps.
- Sec. 26-304. - Assignment of responsibilities upon review.
- Sec. 26-305. - Appeal of findings by reviewing authorities.
- Sec. 26-306. - Dedication or irrevocable offers of dedication.
- Sec. 26-307. - Reservation of real property for public use.
- Sec. 26-308. - Parks and recreation.
- Sec. 26-309. - Park fees.
- Sec. 26-310. - Required improvements.
- Sec. 26-311. - Additional improvements.
- Sec. 26-312. - Preliminary soils report.
- Sec. 26-313. - Agreements and security.
- Sec. 26-314. - Release of security.
- Sec. 26-315. - On-site improvements security.
- Sec. 26-316. - Street names.
- Sec. 26-317. - Improvements and dedications with remainder parcels.
- Sec. 26-318. - Application of chapter to current maps.
▸Division 4 — VESTING TENTATIVE MAPS
▸Division 5 — FINAL MAPS
▸Division 6 — TENTATIVE PARCEL MAPS
Overview- Sec. 26-338. - Tentative parcel map required.
- Sec. 26-339. - Improvements and dedications required.
- Sec. 26-340. - Agreements.
- Sec. 26-341. - Waivers.
- Sec. 26-342. - Processing fee.
- Sec. 26-343. - Processing procedure.
- Sec. 26-344. - Additional map requirements.
- Sec. 26-345. - Owners consent.
- Sec. 26-346. - Expiration of approval or conditional approval of tentative parcel map.
▸Division 7 — REVERSIONS TO ACREAGE
▸Division 8 — LOT LINE ADJUSTMENTS
▸Division 10 — CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE
▸Division 11 — PARCEL MAPS FOR URBAN LOT SPLITS
▸Division 12 — CONDOMINIUM CONVERSION