Chapter 17.82 — PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT PERMITS

Planned unit developments (PUDs) are encouraged to achieve a more functional, aesthetically pleasing, and harmonious living and working environment within the city that otherwise might not be possible by strict adherence to the provisions of this title. The development standards chapter, Chapter 17.50, provides an overlay intended to provide for the development of residential, commercial, and industrial unit developments, and to provide for the design and application of special development standards for said developments.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A.

Applications for a planned unit development (PUD) permit shall be filed and processed pursuant to the applicable sections of Chapter 17.70.

B.

In addition to the standard application information required, the director, after reviewing the site plan of the proposed PUD, shall list any unique, additional information necessary to review a proposed PUD in the site plan review process.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A planned unit development may be utilized to achieve one (1) or more of the following objectives:

A.

To permit a site within more than one (1) zone district to mix the permitted or conditionally permitted land uses of both zones within the site without regard to the zone district boundary.

B.

To permit development intensity greater than would otherwise be permitted by the implementation of the standards of the zone district in which the site is located.

C.

To permit the lot patterns of size, shape, and layout that would otherwise not be permitted by the standards of the zone district in which the site is located.

D.

To modify the required building setbacks, distances between structures, and landscaped areas that would otherwise be required by this title.

E.

To permit variations to the standard local street cross-sections.

F.

To permit private streets and gated neighborhoods.

G.

To reduce the amount of required parking spaces when spaces are shared among multiple land uses.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A planned unit development is prohibited from being used to achieve one (1) or more of the following:

A.

To add land uses that are not otherwise permitted in the zone district in which the PUD is located.

B.

To increase residential densities beyond the maximum allowed by the General Plan.

C.

To modify sign standards or provisions in Chapter 17.56.

D.

To modify parking and loading standards or provisions in Chapter 17.54, except as stated in Section 17.82.030.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A.

The minimum site area for a planned unit development shall be five (5) acres, except that there shall be no minimum site area requirements if the site is an infill development site.

B.

The site area may be made up of more than one (1) parcel, however, all parcels in the site area shall be contiguous.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A.

Before a planned unit development (PUD) permit can be approved, all of the following findings shall be made by the reviewing authority identified in Chapter 17.70:

1.

The location and design of the PUD is in accordance with the purpose of this title.

2.

The PUD is being proposed to achieve one (1) or more of the objectives identified in Section 17.82.030.

3.

The location and design of the PUD and the conditions under which it would be operated or maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare of the community to properties or improvements in the vicinity.

4.

The location and design of the PUD will not generate more traffic than the streets in the vicinity can carry without congestion, and will not overload utilities.

5.

That PUD's population density, site area and dimensions, site coverage, yard spaces, height of structures, distances between structures, off-street parking and off-street loading facilities, landscaped areas, and street design will produce an environment of stable and desirable character consistent with the purpose of this title.

6.

The combination of different dwelling types, architectural appearance, and/or varieties of land uses in the development will complement each other and will harmonize with the existing and proposed land uses in the vicinity.

B.

A PUD may be denied if the reviewing authority finds one (1) or more of the findings in this section cannot be made.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

The reviewing authority may place conditions of approval on the planned unit development permit that promote well-planned neighborhoods, protect the public interests, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the city, or that mitigate any impacts to surrounding properties.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

17.82.080 - Notice of decision.

A notice of decision of a planned unit development permit shall be processed consistent with Chapter 17.70.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

17.82.090 - Appeals.

Appeals to a decision of the reviewing authority of a planned unit development permit shall be submitted and processed consistent with the procedures in Chapter 17.70.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

17.82.100 - Life of permits and extensions of time.

The initial life and subsequent extensions of time for a planned unit development use permit shall be per Chapter 17.70, except that when any planned unit development permit that is approved in conjunction with a tentative subdivision map or parcel map pursuant to Title 16, the PUD conditional use permit shall not expire unless the tentative subdivision map or parcel map also expires, and an extension of the tentative subdivision map or parcel shall be deemed to be an extension of the planned unit development permit.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

Revocation of an approved planned unit development permit shall be conducted consistent with procedures and notice requirements in Chapter 17.70.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

Chapter 17.84 - VARIANCES AND MINOR DEVIATIONS

This section allows variances and minor deviations from the development standards of this title when, because of special circumstances applicable to the property, including location, shape, size, surroundings, topography, or other physical conditions, the strict application of the standards denies the property owner privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity and in the same zoning district.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

17.84.020 - Prohibited variances or minor deviations.

A variance or minor deviation may be granted to waive or modify any development standard of this title except to:

A.

Allow a land use not otherwise allowed in the zone district.

B.

Increase the maximum allowed residential density.

C.

Waive a specifically identified prohibition.

D.

Waive or modify a procedural requirement.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

17.84.030 - Application procedure.

Applications for a variance or minor deviation shall be filed and processed pursuant to the applicable sections of Chapter 17.70.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

17.84.040 - Minor deviation findings.

A.

Before a minor deviation may be approved, all the following findings shall be made by the reviewing authority identified in Chapter 17.70:

1.

The minor deviation is for the adjustment of a measurable development standard.

2.

The minor deviation would allow an adjustment to a measurable development standard of not more than ten (10) percent.

3.

The minor deviation is consistent with the purposes of this title.

4.

The minor deviation will be consistent with the General Plan.

B.

A minor deviation may be denied if the reviewing authority finds one (1) or more of the findings in this section cannot be made.

C.

Any application for a minor deviation that is denied may be reapplied for as a variance.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A.

Before a variance may be approved, all the following findings shall be made by the reviewing authority identified in Chapter 17.70:

1.

There are special circumstances applicable to the property, including size, shape, topography, location or surroundings, are such that the strict application deprives such property of privileges enjoyed by other property in the vicinity that are in the same zone district.

2.

The variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of a substantial property right possessed by other property in the vicinity and that are in the same zone district and denied to the property for which the variance is sought.

3.

The variance will not be materially detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare, or injurious to the property or improvements in the vicinity and that are in the same zone district in which the property is located.

4.

The variance does not constitute a special privilege inconsistent with the limitations upon other properties in the vicinity and that are in the same land use district in which such property is located.

5.

The variance does not allow a use or activity which is prohibited in the zone district where the property is located.

The variance is consistent with the purposes of the Zoning Ordinance.

7.

The variance will be consistent with the General Plan.

B.

A variance may be denied if the reviewing authority finds one (1) or more of the findings in this section cannot be made.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A notice of decision of a variance or minor deviation shall be processed consistent with Chapter 17.70.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

17.84.070 - Appeals.

A.

Appeals to a decision of the reviewing authority of a variance or minor deviation shall be submitted and processed consistent with the procedures in Chapter 17.70.

B.

When a minor deviation is appealed, the variance findings in Section 17.84.050 shall apply to the appeal of the minor deviation.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

17.84.080 - Life of permits and extensions of time.

The initial life and subsequent extensions of time for a variance or minor deviation shall be per Chapter 17.70, except that when any variance that is approved in conjunction with a tentative subdivision map or parcel map pursuant to Title 16 the variance or minor deviation shall not expire unless the tentative subdivision map or parcel map also expires, and an extension of the tentative subdivision map or parcel shall be deemed to be an extension of the variance or minor deviation.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

Revocation of an approved variance or minor deviation shall be conducted consistent with procedures and notice requirements in Chapter 17.70.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

Chapter 17.86 - ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS

The purpose of this section is to provide a uniform procedure for amending the text of this title or the boundaries of the Zoning Map prescribed in this title. This title may be amended by changing the boundaries of districts or by changing any other provision thereof whenever the public necessity and convenience and the general welfare require such amendment by following the procedure set forth in this chapter.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A.

Applications for amendment to this title shall be filed and processed pursuant to the applicable sections of Chapter 17.70.

B.

An amendment or change to the boundaries of a zone district on the Zoning Map (zone change) may only be filed by a property owner or authorized agent of land that is affected by the proposed amendment, or by the director, city council, or planning commission.

C.

An amendment or change to the text of this title (text amendment) may only be initiated by the director, city council, or the planning commission. The planning commission may initiate such an amendment or change upon a written request to the director with application fee by an interested person.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A.

Before a zone change or text amendment may be approved, all the following findings shall be made by the reviewing authority identified in Chapter 17.70:

1.

The amendment is internally consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of the General Plan and this title.

2.

The amendment would not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare of the community.

3.

The amendment would maintain the appropriate balance of land uses within the city.

The anticipated land uses on the subject site would be compatible with existing and future surrounding uses.

B.

A zone change or text amendment may be denied if the reviewing authority finds one (1) or more of the findings in this section cannot be made.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A notice of decision of a zone change or text amendment shall be processed consistent with Chapter 17.70.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

The decision of the city council regarding a zone change or text amendment is final.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

17.86.060 - Life of permits and extensions of time.

A zone change or text amendment is final upon its effective date and does not expire.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A zone change or text amendment may not be revoked, except by filing a new application in accordance with Chapter 17.70.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

Chapter 17.88 - GENERAL PLAN AND SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENTS

The purpose of a general plan amendment is to allow for modifications to the Woodlake General Plan text (e.g., goals, policies, or implementation programs), the General Plan Land Use Map, the General Plan Circulation Map, or other elements of the Woodlake General Plan. The purpose of a specific plan amendment is to adopt a new or modify an existing, approved specific plan.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A.

Applications for a general plan or specific plan amendment shall be filed and processed pursuant to the applicable sections of Chapter 17.70.

B.

A general plan amendment affecting the General Plan Land Use Map or other map in the General Plan may be filed by a property owner or authorized agent of land that is affected by the proposed amendment.

C.

A specific plan amendment may be filed by a property owner or authorized agent of land that is affected by the proposed amendment.

D.

A general plan or specific plan amendment may be initiated by the city council or the planning commission. Either authority may initiate such an amendment upon a written request by the director or upon a written request with application fee by an interested person.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

Pursuant to Government Code Section 65358, no mandatory element of the General Plan may be amended more frequently than four (4) times during any calendar year. Subject to that limitation, an amendment may be made at any time and may include more than one (1) change to the General Plan.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A.

Before a general plan or specific plan amendment may be approved, all the following findings shall be made by the reviewing authority identified in Chapter 17.70:

1.

The amendment is internally consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of the General Plan and this title.

2.

The amendment would not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare of the community.

3.

The amendment would maintain the appropriate balance of land uses within the city.

The anticipated land uses on the subject site would be compatible with existing and future surrounding uses.

B.

A general plan or specific plan amendment may be denied if the reviewing authority finds one (1) or more of the findings in this section cannot be made.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A notice of decision of a general plan or specific plan amendment shall be processed consistent with Chapter 17.70.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

The decision of the city council regarding a general plan or specific plan amendment is final.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A general plan or specific plan amendment is final upon its effective date and does not expire.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A general plan or specific plan amendment may not be revoked, except by filing a new application in accordance with Chapter 17.70.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

Chapter 17.90 - NONCONFORMING USES, STRUCTURES, AND LOTS

Within the zones established by this title, there exist uses, structures, and lots that were lawful before this title was adopted or amended, but which would now be prohibited under the terms of this title or its future amendments. It is the intent of this title to permit these nonconforming uses to continue until they are terminated, but not to encourage their expansion. To avoid undue hardship, nothing in this chapter shall be deemed to require a change in the plans, construction, or designated use of any building where a building permit has been issued prior to the effective date of this title, provided such permit is diligently carried to completion.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

This chapter applies to uses, structures, and lots that were lawful when they were commenced, constructed, or created, but that do not comply with one or more applicable provisions of this title. This chapter does not apply to nonconforming signs, which are instead subject to the requirements of Chapter 17.56.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

17.90.030 - Nonconforming uses.

A.

A use shall be deemed nonconforming if it was lawfully commenced prior to the adoption or amendment of this title, but which now does not conform to the use regulations of this title applicable to uses.

B.

A use shall be deemed nonconforming if it was lawfully commenced while under the jurisdiction of the county, but which, after annexation of the site into the city, does not conform to the use regulations of this title.

C.

No use shall be deemed nonconforming if it was lawfully commenced and the only provision of this title not being met is the provision of the minimum amount of on-site parking or loading area.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A.

A structure shall be deemed nonconforming if it was lawfully erected prior to the adoption or amendment of this title, but which now does not meet all the provisions, standards, and requirements of this title applicable to structures.

B.

Except as provided in this chapter, no nonconforming structure shall be moved, altered, or enlarged so as to increase the amount of floor space or increase the difference between actual conditions and required standards regulating coverage, building setback requirements, height of structures, or distances between structures prescribed in the applicable regulations of this title, unless required by law or unless the moving, alteration or enlargement will result in the compliance of the structure with this title.

C.

No structure partially occupied by a nonconforming use shall be moved, altered or enlarged in such a way as to permit the enlargement of the space occupied by the nonconforming use.

D.

Routine maintenance and repairs may be performed on a nonconforming structure.

E.

No new structure will be allowed if it will contribute to a nonconforming use, except in accordance with Section 17.90.090.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

17.90.050 - Nonconforming lots.

A.

A lot shall be deemed nonconforming if it was legally created in accordance with the State Subdivision Map Act prior to the adoption or amendment of this title, but which, does not meet all the provisions, standards, and requirements of this title applicable to lots.

B.

A nonconforming lot shall not be subdivided, nor its lot lines adjusted, unless the subdivision or lot line adjustment brings the lot into conformance with the provisions, standards, and requirements of this title applicable to lots or reduces the difference between actual conditions and required standards while not creating a new nonconforming use or structure.

C.

A nonconforming lot may be used for any use allowed in the zone district in which it is located.

D.

A structure conforming to the provisions of this title may be constructed on a nonconforming lot.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A.

Whenever a nonconforming use has been abandoned, discontinued, or changed to a conforming use for a continuous period of one (1) year, the nonconforming use shall not be reestablished, and the use of the structure or site thereafter shall be in conformity with the regulations for the zone district in which it is located.

B.

An agricultural crop production use that is nonconforming due to annexation, or adoption, or amendment to this title shall be allowed to continue, provided that the intensity of the agricultural crop production use shall not increase.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A.

A nonconforming use may be expanded by up to 10% of its existing floor area if a conditional use permit is granted, in accordance with Chapter 17.80. The expansion of a nonconforming use or structure may be allowed only one (1) time per use.

B.

A nonconforming use that has been abandoned or discontinued for a period of more than one (1) year, but less than two (2) years, may be reestablished if a conditional use permit is granted, in accordance with Chapter 17.80.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

17.90.080 - Restoration of damaged nonconforming structures.

A.

Whenever a nonconforming structure or a structure used for a nonconforming use is destroyed by fire or other calamity to the extent of 50% or more of its structural mass, or has been voluntarily razed, or is required by law to be razed, the structure may not be restored, except in full compliance with the requirements of this title for the zoning district in which it is located, and the nonconforming use shall not be resumed.

B.

If destruction of the nonconforming structure is to an extent less than fifty (50) percent of the structural mass, the structure may be rebuilt and reused in its nonconforming status. The percentage of structural mass destroyed shall be determined by the building official.

C.

Notwithstanding subsection A, a nonconforming residential structure used for residential purposes may be rebuilt in its original location.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

17.90.090 - Removal of certain nonconforming uses and structures.

A.

Upon receipt of a violation, the following shall be removed with thirty (30) days, unless an alternative deadline is specified in the violation notice:

B.

A nonconforming use that does not occupy a structure or is using a structure having an assessed valuation of less than one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) shall be discontinued and completely removed or converted to a conforming status.

C.

Existing fences, walls and hedges that do not conform to the provisions of this title governing the placement of fences, walls and hedges in relation to street intersections or encroachment into the public right-of-way, shall be removed or modified to conform to the provisions of this title.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A.

If the area of the lot is reduced by eminent domain, the provisions for nonconforming lots and structures shall apply, but the provisions for nonconforming uses shall not apply.

B.

If a required yard or setback area is reduced or eliminated by eminent domain, any affected building or structure shall be deemed nonconforming; provided, however, such building or structure may be structurally altered so long as such alterations comply with all the other requirements of the zoning district.

C.

If any required parking space on a lot is reduced or eliminated by eminent domain, the use shall not be deemed nonconforming solely because of lack of required parking spaces.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

17.90.110 - Change of nonconforming uses.

A.

A nonconforming use may be changed to another nonconforming use upon approval of a conditional use permit, in accordance with Chapter 17.80.

B.

A conditional use permit to change from one (1) nonconforming use to another nonconforming use may only be granted if all the following findings are made by the approving authority:

1.

The proposed use will not alter the character of the zone district in which it is proposed to be located to any greater extent than the existing or preexisting nonconforming use.

2.

The proposed use will not create more vehicular traffic than the volume created by the existing or preexisting nonconforming use.

3.

The proposed use will not create more odor, dust, dirt, smoke, noise, vibration, illumination, glare, unsightliness or any other objectionable matter than the amount created by the existing or preexisting nonconforming use.

4.

The proposed use will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

Chapter 17.92 - REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

In order to make specific housing available to one (1) or more individuals with disabilities, this chapter implements the policy of the city on requests for reasonable accommodation in its rules, policies, and procedures for persons with disabilities as required by the Fair Housing Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. Section 3604(f)(3)(B). The policy of the city is to comply fully with the provisions of the Fair Housing Act.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

17.92.020 - Definitions.

A.

"Fair Housing Act" means The Federal Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988, as amended.

B.

"Applicant" means any person with disabilities or their representative that is requesting a reasonable accommodation pursuant to this chapter.

C.

"Department" means the community development department of the City of Woodlake.

D.

"Dwelling" means any building, structure, or portion thereof which is occupied as, or designed or intended for occupancy as, a residence by one (1) or more families, and any vacant land which is offered for sale or lease for the construction or location thereon of any such building, structure, or portion thereof.

E.

"Person with disabilities" means any person who, as defined by applicable federal law, has a physical or mental impairment that limits one (1) or more major life activities or anyone who is regarded as having such impairment; or anyone who has a record of such impairment.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A.

Any person with disabilities and eligible under the Fair Housing Act or their representative may request a reasonable accommodation with respect to the various land use or zoning laws, rules, policies, practices and/or procedures of the city as provided by the Fair Housing Act pursuant to the procedures set out in this chapter.

B.

Nothing in this chapter requires persons with disabilities or operators of group homes for persons with disabilities acting or operating in accordance with applicable zoning, licensing or land use laws or practices to seek reasonable accommodation under this chapter.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

The department shall prominently display a notice at the counter in the community development department and finance department advising that persons with disabilities or their representatives may request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the procedures established in this chapter.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

17.92.050 - Requesting reasonable accommodation.

A.

A request by an applicant for reasonable accommodation relating to land use or zoning rules, policies, practices and/or procedures may be made orally or in writing. The department will assist the applicant with furnishing the department all information necessary for processing the reasonable accommodation request, including that information which the department deems necessary to complete a reasonable accommodation request.

B.

The department will provide the assistance necessary to an applicant in making a request for reasonable accommodation. The department will provide the assistance necessary to any applicant wishing to appeal a denial of a request for reasonable accommodation to ensure the process is accessible to the applicant. The applicant is entitled to be represented at all stages of the proceedings identified in this chapter by a person designated by the applicant.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A.

Should the information provided by the applicant to the department include medical information or records of the applicant, including records indicating the medical condition, diagnosis or medical history of the applicant, the applicant may, at the time of submitting such medical information, request that the department, to the extent allowed by law, treat such medical information as confidential information of the applicant.

B.

Medical Information. The department shall provide written notice to the applicant of any request received by the department for disclosure of the medical information or documentation which the applicant has previously requested be treated as confidential by the department. The department will cooperate with the applicant, to the extent allowed by law, in actions initiated by the applicant to oppose the disclosure of such medical information or documentation.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

17.92.070 - Application requirements.

A.

The applicant shall submit a request for reasonable accommodation in a form acceptable to the department. The application shall include the following information:

1.

The applicant's name, address and telephone number.

2.

The address of the property for which the request is being made.

3.

The name and address of the property owner, and the owner's written consent to the application.

4.

The current actual use of the property.

5.

The basis for the claim that the individual is considered disabled under the fair housing laws: identification and description of the disability which is the basis for the request for accommodation, including current, written medical certification and description of disability and its effects on the person's medical, physical or mental limitations.

The rule, policy, practice and/or procedure of the city for which the request for accommodation is being made, including the zoning code regulation from which reasonable accommodation is being requested.

7.

The type of accommodation sought.

8.

The reason(s) why the accommodation is reasonable and necessary for the needs of the disabled person(s). Where appropriate, include a summary of any potential means and alternatives considered in evaluating the need for the accommodation.

9.

Copies of memoranda, correspondence, pictures, plans or other background information reasonably necessary to reach a decision regarding the need for the accommodation.

B.

If the project for which the reasonable accommodation is being requested also requires some other discretionary permit per this title or Title 16 (Subdivisions), then the reasonable accommodation request shall be acted on before proceeding with the public hearing for the discretionary permit applications.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A.

The director shall have the authority to consider and act on requests for reasonable accommodation. When a request for reasonable accommodation is filed with the department, it will be referred to the director/designee for review and consideration. The director shall issue a written determination within thirty (30) days of the date of receipt of a completed application and may (1) grant the accommodation request, or (2) deny the request, in accordance with federal law. Any such denial shall be in writing and shall state the grounds for denial. All written determinations shall give notice of the right to appeal and the right to request reasonable accommodation in the appeals process. The notice of determination shall be sent to the applicant by certified mail, return receipt requested and by regular mail.

B.

Requests for Additional Information. If reasonably necessary to reach a determination on the request for reasonable accommodation, the director/designee may, prior to the end of said thirty (30) day period, request additional information from the applicant, specifying in detail what information is required. The applicant shall have fifteen (15) days after the date of the request for additional information to provide the requested information. In the event a request for additional information is made, the 30-day period to issue a written determination shall be stayed. The director shall issue a written determination within thirty (30) days after receipt of the additional information. If the applicant fails to provide the requested additional

information within said 15-day period, the director shall issue a written determination within thirty (30) days after expiration of said 15-day period.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A.

A determination on the following findings shall be made before any action is taken to approve or deny a request for reasonable accommodation and must be incorporated into the record relating to such approval or denial:

1.

Whether the housing that is the subject of the request for reasonable accommodation will be used by one (1) or more persons with disabilities protected under federal fair housing laws.

2.

Whether the accommodation requested may be necessary to afford one (1) or more persons with disabilities equal opportunity to use and enjoy a specific dwelling.

3.

Whether the requested accommodation would require a fundamental alteration to the city's zoning scheme.

4.

Whether the requested accommodation would impose undue financial or administrative burdens on the city.

B.

A request for a reasonable accommodation shall not be denied for reasons which violate the provisions of the Fair Housing Act. This ordinance does not obligate the city to grant any accommodation request unless required by the provisions of the Fair Housing Act or applicable California state law.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

A.

The applicant may appeal the decision within 30 days of the date of the mailing of the decision to the applicant.

B.

Appeals shall contain a statement of the grounds for the appeal.

C.

If an applicant needs assistance in appealing a decision, the department will provide the assistance necessary to ensure that the appeal process is accessible to the applicant. All applicants are entitled to be represented at all stages of the appeal proceeding by a person designated by the applicant.

D.

Appeals shall be to the city council who shall hear the matter and render a determination as soon as reasonably practicable, but in no event later than thirty (30) days after an appeal has been filed. All determinations on appeal shall address and be based upon the findings identified in Section 17.92.090 and shall be consistent with the Fair Housing Act.

E.

An applicant may request reasonable accommodation in the procedure by which an appeal will be conducted.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

There shall be no fee imposed in connection with a request for reasonable accommodation under the provisions of this chapter or an appeal of the decision. Nothing in this chapter obligates the city to pay an applicant's attorney fee.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

While an application for reasonable accommodation or appeal of said application is pending before the city, the city will not enforce the subject zoning ordinance against the applicant.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

Chapter 17.96 - DEFINITION OF LAND USES

The purpose of this chapter is to establish definitions for the identified land uses in this title.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

The following land use definitions apply to this title. The item number in parenthesis at the end of the definition is not a part of the definition but refers to the line item of that land use in Table 17.18.020-1 and Table 17.18.030-1.

"Accessory building or structure" means a structure that is subordinate to and the use of which is customarily incidental to, that of the main building, structure or use on the same site, including patio covers. If any accessory building is attached to the main building by a common wall or a connecting roof, such accessory building shall be deemed to be a part of the main building. This does not include accessory dwelling or junior accessory dwelling units. (42)

"Accessory dwelling unit (ADU)" is a smaller (detached or attached) secondary dwelling unit with complete, independent living facilities (kitchen and bathroom) that is located on the same parcel as a primary dwelling unit (existing or proposed). The ADU can be located within or attached to a single dwelling unit, within a multiple dwelling unit building, or in a separate detached structure. (30)

"Accessory dwelling unit, junior" as set forth in California Government Code Section 65852.22, means a small dwelling unit (500 square feet maximum in size) that is developed within the walls of a single dwelling unit. The Junior ADU must have a separate entrance, an efficiency kitchen, and access to a bathroom either within the Junior ADU or via shared access with the primary dwelling unit. A Junior ADU is allowed only within the single dwelling unit and is not permitted within an accessory structure or multiple dwelling unit development. (31)

"Accessory use" means a use incidental, related, appropriate and clearly subordinate to the main use of the site or building, and accessory use does not alter the principal use of the site. (42)

"Adult day health care center." See Residential care facility. (16, 17, H15, H16)

"Adult Family Daycare, large." See Daycare, Adult family large. (62, 63, L12, L13)

"Adult Family Daycare, small." See Daycare, Adult family small. (62, 63, L12, L13)

"Adult entertainment establishment" means any adult bookstore, adult hotel or motel, adult motion picture arcade, adult motion picture theater, cabaret, sexual encounter establishment, adult model studio or any other business or establishment that offers its patrons services or entertainment characterized by an emphasis on matter depicting, describing or relating to "specified sexual activities" or "specified anatomical areas," but not including those uses or activities, the regulation of which is preempted by state law. (I1)

re theater, cabaret, sexual encounter establishment, adult model studio or any other business or establishment that offers its patrons services or entertainment characterized by an emphasis on matter depicting, describing or relating to "specified sexual activities" or "specified anatomical areas," but not including those uses or activities, the regulation of which is preempted by state law. (I1)

"Agricultural crop production" means the use of land for farming, horticulture, floriculture, viticulture, apiaries, tree and sod farms, animal and poultry husbandry, and accessory activities, including, but not limited to, storage, associated maintenance of equipment, harvesting of crops or feeding of animals and excluding dairying, stockyards, slaughtering or commercial food processing. Pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 17021.6, any employee housing consisting of no more than thirty-six (36) beds in a group quarters or twelve (12) units or spaces designed for use by a single family or household shall be deemed an agricultural land use for zoning purposes. (D1)

"Agricultural products packing, packaging, preparing or processing" means a facility performing any processing or packaging of crops after harvest, whether or not value is added, to prepare them for market on-site or for further processing and packaging elsewhere, including but not limited to: alfalfa and hay cubing; corn shelling; drying of corn, rice, hay, fruits or vegetables; pre-cooling and packaging of fresh or farm-dried fruits and vegetables; grain cleaning and custom grinding; custom grist mills; custom milling of

flour, feed and grain; sorting, grading and packing of fruits and vegetables; canning, freezing, or preserving fruits and vegetables; tree nut hulling and shelling; and alcohol fuel production. Any of the above activities performed in the field with mobile equipment not involving permanent buildings are included under "Agricultural crop production." It includes related accessory uses such as offices, laboratories, retail sales of agricultural products produced on the premises or off-site by the operator, retail sales of agriculturerelated promotional and/or educational items, and facility tours. Does not include "wineries," "commercial cannabis activity," "cannabis cultivation," or sorting and packing activities conducted within a permitted roadside stand. (D2)

"Airport or heliport" means an area of land, water or a structural surface that is used for the landing and takeoff of airplanes and/or helicopters, and any appurtenant areas or buildings that are used for maintenance, servicing, or storing of aircraft, and for services provided to pilots or passengers. (K1)

"Ambulance service" means the provision by a licensed ambulance provider of ground transportation of a sick or injured person in a specially designed and equipped vehicle which includes a trained ambulance attendant who is licensed or certified as required by state law. (J1)

"Animal raising" means the care and breeding of domestic agricultural animals such as chickens and other fowl, horses, goats, or cows. (D3) Art school. See School, charter, trade, vocational, art, business, or professional. (C14)

"Artisan food and beverage production and sales" means small scale production and/or preparation of food and/or beverages made on site with minimal automated processes involved and may include direct sales to consumers and product tasting. This definition includes uses such as small batch food producers and bakeries, small batch candy shops, cheese makers, and herbal remedies. The definition does not include production of beer, wine, or other alcoholic beverages. (B1)

"Assembly facility" means:

1.

Meeting facilities for organizations including facilities for business associations, civic, social, and fraternal organizations, labor unions and similar organizations, political organizations, professional membership organizations, and other membership organizations.

2.

Churches and other religious institutions, including living quarters for ministers and staff, but excluding other establishments maintained by religious organizations such as educational institutions and daycare, which are separately regulated.

3.

Community centers and other multipurpose meeting and recreational facilities that include one (1) or more meeting or multipurpose facilities, kitchens, and outdoor barbecue facilities available for use by various groups for meetings, parties, receptions, dances, etc. (50) (C10)

"Assisted living, skilled nursing, or hospice facility" means a residential complex providing skilled nursing care on an intermittent, extended, or continuous basis to residents, with staff personnel and programs to assist residents with many activities of daily living. Units may or may not have kitchens, and meals can also be provided in a central location. (1) (H1)

"Athletic complex or ball field" means a field, outdoor court, outdoor swimming pool, stadium or group of these used for sporting activities such as baseball, softball, football, basketball, swimming, or other sports, and is not operated as a commercial enterprise. (G1)

"Auction or sales house" means a fully enclosed establishment where items are offered for sale through competitive bidding. It does not include foreclosure, real estate or personal property sales conducted upon the site of the estate, foreclosed or for sale property or property belonging to the personal property owner. It does not include "Swap meet or flea market" or "Auction or sales yard." (I2)

"Auction or sales yard" means an outdoor or open air facility where items are offered for sale through competitive bidding. Items typically include motor vehicles, heavy equipment, items of an industrial nature, livestock, or items not normally found within retail stores. It does not include "Swap meet or flea market." It may also have an indoor component similar to an Auction or sales house. (I3)

Auction or sales yard" means an outdoor or open air facility where items are offered for sale through competitive bidding. Items typically include motor vehicles, heavy equipment, items of an industrial nature, livestock, or items not normally found within retail stores. It does not include "Swap meet or flea market." It may also have an indoor component similar to an Auction or sales house. (I3)

"Auditorium" means a large room or building used for public gatherings typically open to the general public to watch and/or listen to a performance, speech, or concert. It does not include "Theater, live or movie." (C1)

"Automated teller machine (ATM)" means a computer terminal that takes the place of a human bank teller and allows the user to access basic bank services, such as making deposits and cash withdrawals, from remote locations. (A1)

"Automobile and pick-up sales, new and used" means an open area that can include buildings, other than a street, used for the display, sale, or rental of new and used automobiles and pick-ups along with incidental repairs and servicing of automobiles or pick-ups. (I4)

"Automobile and pick-up sales, used only" means an open area or building, other than a street, used for the display, sale or rental of used automobiles and pick-ups and where no repair work is done except minor incidental repairs and servicing of automobiles or pick-ups to be displayed, sold or rented on the premises. (I5)

"Automobile service station." See Fuel sales, retail, Motor vehicle repair or service, minor, and Motor vehicle repair service, major. (I15) (J18) (J19)

"Automobile wrecking yard." See Junk yard, wrecking yard, or salvage facility. (K5) Ball field. See Athletic complex or ball field. (G1)

"Bank or credit union, main branch" means an institution providing retail banking services. This classification includes only those institutions engaged in the on-site circulation of money, loan services, or merchant banking services. This use excludes a payday lender or check-cashing establishment. For administration, headquarters, or other offices of banks and credit unions without retail banking services with on-site circulation of money see Office, professional or commercial. (J2)

"Bar, nightclub, or lounge" means an establishment that provides alcoholic beverages for consumption on the site and may or may not provide food service, and that may provide live entertainment and/or dancing. This use typically requires an ABC Type 40, 42, 48, 60, or 61 license. (B2)

"Barbershop, hair salon, nail care, massage therapy, or day spa" means an establishment that provides personal care treatments or massage therapy of hair, skin, nails, and/or face where overnight accommodations are not provided. This use includes the application of permanent facial makeup but does not include other forms of tattooing or body art application. (J3)

"Bed and breakfast inn" means a transient lodging establishment that is predominantly residential in character, is primarily engaged in providing overnight or otherwise temporary lodging for the general public, and where a breakfast meal is customarily included in the lodging rate. Alcoholic beverages served to overnight guests typically requires an ABC Type 67 license. (2) (H2)

"Boarding house or rooming house" means a building containing a single dwelling unit and provisions for five (5) or more persons, where lodging is provided with or without meals for compensation. This definition does not include assisted living, skilled nursing, or hospice facility, bed and breakfast inn, or residential care facility. (3) (H3)

"Boat, recreational vehicle (RV), and truck sales" means an open area or building, other than a street, used for the display, sale, or rental of new or used boats, campers, camper trailers, recreational vehicles, trucks over one-ton class, and other vehicles or sporting equipment of similar size, and where no repair work is done except minor incidental repairs and servicing of vehicles and equipment to be displayed, sold or rented on the premises. (I6)

"Brewery, winery, or distillery" is an establishment that manufactures beer, wine, distilled spirits or similar alcoholic beverages, including processing, storage, aging, packaging, bottling, and shipping. Consumption can occur on or off the site in accordance with the establishment's ABC license restrictions and can include tasting facilities and/or a restaurant. This use typically requires an ABC Type 01, 02, 03, or 04 license. (D4)

"Brewpub" means a restaurant that also brews limited amounts of beer (less than five thousand (5,000) barrels) for consumption on the site. This use typically requires an ABC Type 75 license. (B3)

"Building materials and supply or home improvement store" means an establishment selling a mix of lumber, building materials, tools, residential appliances, nursery items, and home furnishings. (I7)

"Bus, transit, or train station" means a terminal facility where transit vehicles load or unload passengers, along with supporting services such as ticket sales and waiting areas. Bus, transit, or train station does not include a transit stop along a route in the public right-of-way where no additional services are provided. (K2)

"Business school." See School, charter, trade, vocational, art, business, or professional. (C13)

"Call center" means an office used primarily for receiving or transmitting a large volume of requests by telephone to administer product support or information inquiries from consumers or to conduct telemarketing, solicitation of charitable or political donations, debt collection, or market research. (E1)

"Cannabis" means all parts of the plant Cannabis sativa Linnaeus, Cannabis indica, or Cannabis ruderalis, whether growing or not; the seeds thereof; the resin, whether crude or purified, extracted from any part of the plant; and every compound, manufacture, salt, derivative, mixture, or preparation of the plant, its seeds, or resin. "Cannabis" also means the separated resin, whether crude or purified, obtained from cannabis. "Cannabis" does not include the mature stalks of the plant, fiber produced from the stalks, oil or cake made from the seeds of the plant, any other compound, manufacture, salt, derivative, mixture, or preparation of the mature stalks (except the resin extracted therefrom), fiber, oil, or cake, or the sterilized seed of the plant which is incapable of germination. For the purpose of this division, "cannabis" does not mean "industrial hemp" as defined by Section 11018.5 of the Health and Safety Code. (51-61) (L1-L11)

"Cannabis product" means cannabis that has undergone a process whereby the plant material has been transformed into a concentrate, including, but not limited to, concentrated cannabis, or an edible or topical product containing cannabis or concentrated cannabis and other ingredients; - intended to be sold for use by medical cannabis patients in California pursuant to the Compassionate Use Act of 1996 (Proposition 215), found at Section 11362.5 of the California Health and Safety Code (as the same may be amended from time-to-time) or pursuant to the Adult Use of Marijuana Act. For purposes of this title, "medical cannabis" does not include industrial hemp as defined by Section 81000 of the California Food and Agricultural Code or Section 11018.5 of the California Health and Safety Code. (51-61) (L1-L11)

"Cannabis cultivation" means any activity, whether occurring indoors or outdoors, involving the propagation, planting, growing, harvesting, drying, curing, grading, and/or trimming of cannabis plants or any part thereof for any purpose. (51) (52) (L1) (L2)

"Cannabis delivery" shall be as defined in the Medical Marijuana Regulation and Safety Act, California Business and Professions Code Section 19300.5(m), as that section may be amended from time to time, and includes the commercial transfer of cannabis or cannabis products from a dispensary as well as the use of any technology platform owned, controlled, and/or licensed by the dispensary, or independently licensed by the state of California under the Medicinal and Adult- Use Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (MAUCRSA) that enables anyone to arrange for a commercial transfer, up to an amount determined to be authorized by the state of California, or any of its departments or divisions, to anyone for any purpose. (53) (L3)

"Cannabis dispensary" means a commercial cannabis business facility where cannabis, cannabis products, or devices for the use of cannabis or cannabis products are offered, either individually or in any combination, for retail sale, including an establishment (whether fixed or mobile) that delivers, pursuant to express authorization, cannabis and cannabis products as part of a retail sale. (59) (L9)

annabis dispensary" means a commercial cannabis business facility where cannabis, cannabis products, or devices for the use of cannabis or cannabis products are offered, either individually or in any combination, for retail sale, including an establishment (whether fixed or mobile) that delivers, pursuant to express authorization, cannabis and cannabis products as part of a retail sale. (59) (L9)

"Cannabis distribution" means the wholesale procurement, and sale, of cannabis or cannabis products between entities licensed pursuant to MAUCRSA, AUMA and any subsequent state of California legislation regarding the same. (54) (L4)

"Cannabis laboratory testing" means offering or performing testing and/or activities relating to evaluation of, or assessing the quality and/or characteristics of, cannabis or cannabis products; carried out by any entity, accredited and licensed by the state of California, bureau of marijuana control, or otherwise accredited by any other independent accrediting body, within a facility or at any other location. (55) (L5)

"Cannabis manufacturing" means to compound, blend, extract, infuse, or otherwise make or prepare a cannabis product. The manufacturer conducts the production, preparation, propagation, or compounding of cannabis or cannabis products either directly or indirectly or by extraction methods, or independently by means of chemical synthesis, or by a combination of extraction and chemical synthesis at a fixed location that packages or repackages cannabis or cannabis products or labels or relabels its container. (56) (L6)

"Cannabis transporting" means the conveyance by a person, issued a state license authorizing the pointto-point movement of cannabis or cannabis products, in amounts authorized by the state of California, or by one (1) of its departments or divisions under the MAUCRSA and/or AUMA. (61) (L11)

"Car wash, automatic or full service" means a facility for washing vehicles using conveyorized and/or mechanized equipment where the washing of the vehicle is performed by equipment, the facility's employees, or both. (J4)

"Car wash, self-service" means a facility for washing vehicles where the user of the vehicle uses handheld equipment, typically coin-operated, to wash the vehicle. (J5)

"Card room" means an establishment providing legal gambling combined with card games, and can include a restaurant, bar, or other ancillary entertainment. (C2)

"Caretaker residence or quarters" is a residence that is an accessory to a primary use of the site, for housing a person or persons who are tasked with caring for or securing the site on a part-time or full-time basis. Second dwelling unit includes a caretaker residence or quarters in residential zones. (A2)

"Carnival or circus" means a temporary outdoor amusement center, bazaar or fair, either involving use of special purpose equipment or conducted by professional operators, or both, and where activities include such things as rides, exhibitions, food service, sales, or small-scale games. Carnival or circus does not include a non-profit event sponsored by a local school or religious institution. (C4)

Carnival or circus" means a temporary outdoor amusement center, bazaar or fair, either involving use of special purpose equipment or conducted by professional operators, or both, and where activities include such things as rides, exhibitions, food service, sales, or small-scale games. Carnival or circus does not include a non-profit event sponsored by a local school or religious institution. (C4)

"Carpet cleaning and dyeing" means an establishment that provides for the cleaning and dyeing of rugs, carpet, and upholstery. (J6)

"Cemetery" means land and facilities used or intended to be used for the burial or interment of the dead, and includes a columbarium, crematorium, mausoleum and/or mortuary when operated in conjunction with and within the boundary of the facility. (F1)

"Charter School." See School, charter, trade, vocational, art, business, or professional. (C13)

"Check cashing establishment." See Payday lender or checking cashing establishment. (J20)

"Child care center." See Daycare Center. (L16)

"Club, lodge, or private meeting hall" means a large room or building used for public gatherings where membership or invitation is typically required to attend. It can include a dance floor, lodge rooms, conference rooms, dining rooms, drinking establishments for members and their guests only, and exhibit rooms. Alcoholic beverage service to members and their guests typically requires an ABC Type 51, 52, or 57 license. (C3)

"Cold storage or ice house" means a facility for the storage food or other items in an artificially cooled place for the purpose of preservation, and/or for producing large amounts of ice. (K3)

"College or university, private or public" means a school or group of schools that provides post- secondary education usually resulting in a degree. (C5)

"Clinic, medical." See Urgent care center or other walk-in clinic. (E9)

"Commercial recreation facility, indoor" means indoor recreational facilities that are operated as a business and open to the general public for an entry fee or pay per use. Examples include indoor uses such as, but are not limited to, a bowling alley, bounce house, skating rink, batting cage, miniature golf, swimming pool, climbing wall, arcade, and similar uses. Food and beverage service can be provided as an ancillary use. (G2)

"Commercial recreation facility, outdoor" means outdoor recreational facilities that are operated as a business and open to the general public for an entry fee or pay per use. Examples include outdoor uses such as, but are not limited to, a batting cage, miniature golf, water slide, go-cart racing, and similar uses. Food and beverage service can be provided as an ancillary use. (G3)

"Communications broadcasting or media studio" means a facility that is equipped for sound recording, the transmission of radio and television programs, or the production of motion pictures, television programs, videos, music, cellular phone applications or video games. (E1)

"Communications equipment building." See Electric distribution and transmission substation, gas regulator station, communications equipment building, public service pumping station, or elevated pressure tank. (F4)

"Community center or facility" means an assembly building used typically for non-profit social, recreational, and cultural activities. (62) (F2)

"Community garden" means an area of land managed and maintained by an individual or group to grow and harvest food and horticultural products for personal or group consumption. The garden may be divided into separate garden plots for cultivation by one or more individuals or may be farmed collectively by members of the group. (F3)

"Construction materials recycling" means a yard or facility that collects leftover construction materials that may be recycled or reused as an alternative to disposal in landfill site. Examples of construction materials include lumber, drywall, masonry, cabinets, metals and appliances, cardboard and paper, asphalt roofing, plastic and vinyl, doors and windows, tubs, sinks, and toilets. (J7)

"Convenience store, with or without fuel sales" means an establishment with extended operating hours and in a convenient location, stocking a limited range of household goods and groceries. Retail fuel sales may or may not also be provided. (I8)

"Convention or conference center" means facilities designed and used for conventions, conferences, seminars, trade shows, product displays, and other events in which groups gather to promote and share common interests. Convention centers typically have at least one auditorium and may also contain concert halls, lecture halls, meeting rooms, and conference rooms, as well as accessory uses such as facilities for

food preparation and serving and administrative offices. Convention or conference center does not include conference rooms that may be an ancillary use in a hotel and motel. (C6)

"Copy, printing, or mailing service" means an establishment providing printing, photocopying, engraving, binding, packaging, mailing and related services to both businesses and individuals. (J8)

"Cottage food operation" means a home-based business involving the preparation and/or packaging of certain foods in private-home kitchens for sale primarily by the resident family. (A3) (33)

"Crematorium" is a structure or building substantially exposed above ground intended to be used for the cremation and/or interment of the cremated remains of a deceased person or animal. (J9)

"Daycare facility" means a facility providing supervision, feeding and nonmedical care of persons, usually but not necessarily children, for a time period of less than 24 hours. Daycare facilities are further divided into the following categories:

"Daycare, adult large family" means a facility licensed by the State of California that is located in a singleunit residence or other dwelling unit where a resident of the dwelling provides care and supervision for up to twelve (12) adults over the age of eighteen (18) for periods of less than twenty-four (24) hours a day. (64) (L11)

"Daycare, adult small family" means a facility licensed by the State of California that is located in a singleunit residence or other dwelling unit where a resident of the dwelling provides care and supervision for up to six (6) adults over the age of eighteen (18) for periods of less than twenty-four (24) hours a day. (63) (L10)

"Daycare, large family" means regularly provided care, protection, and supervision of children, in the care giver's own home, for periods of less than twenty-four (24) hours per day, while the parents or authorized representatives are away for seven (7) to fourteen (14) children. (66) (L13)

"Daycare, small family" means regularly provided care, protection, and supervision of children, in the care giver's own home, for periods of less than twenty-four (24) hours per day, while the parents or authorized representatives are away for up to eight (8) children. (65) (L12)

"Daycare center" means any adult or child care facility of any capacity, other than a family care home, in which less than 24-hour per day nonmedical care and supervision are provided in a group setting. This classification includes nursery schools, preschools, and daycare facilities for children or adults, and any other daycare facility licensed by the State of California. (67) (A4) (L14)

"Day spa." See Barbershop, hair salon, nail care, massage therapy, or day spa. (J3)

"Drive-thru pick-up window" means the ancillary use of a window or other opening in the wall of building through which goods, or services are provided directly to customers in motor vehicles. (A5) (A6)

"Dry cleaning or laundromat" means an establishment providing laundry, dry cleaning, and other related services for individual customers on a pick-up and drop-off basis or where with coin- operated washing and drying machines are available for customer use. (J10)

"Duplex." See Multi-family dwelling. (12) (13) (14) (H11) (H12) (H13)

"Dwelling, accessory." See Accessory dwelling. (30)

"Dwelling, multiple-family." See Multi-family dwelling. (12) (13) (14) (H11) (H12) (H13)

"Dwelling, single-family." See Single-family dwelling. (18) (19) (H18) (H19)

"Electrical distribution and transmission substation, gas regulator station, communications equipment building, public service pumping station, or elevated pressure tank" means the assembly of above-ground buildings or equipment on a separate lot that is part of a system for the distribution or transmission of electric power, natural gas, domestic water, or communications. Wireless communication facilities are not included in this definition. (68) (F4)

"Electric vehicle recharging facility" means one or more publicly available parking spaces served by electric vehicle service equipment and is typically an ancillary use in a parking garage or parking lot. (A7)

"Elevated pressure tank." See Electric distribution and transmission substation, gas regulator station, communications equipment building, public service pumping station, or elevated pressure tank. (F4)

"Emergency shelter" means a facility providing housing with minimal supportive services for homeless persons that is limited to occupancy of six (6) months or less where housing is not denied because of an inability to pay (see California Health and Safety Code Section 50801). (4) (H4)

"Employee housing" means property used temporarily or seasonally (not more than 180 days in any calendar year) for the residential use of unrelated persons/families employed to perform agricultural or industrial labor either on or off-site of agricultural activities. The accommodations may consist of any living quarters, dwelling, boarding house, tent (only temporary occupancy), bunkhouse (only temporary occupancy), mobile home, manufactured home, recreational vehicle, travel trailer, or other housing accommodations maintained in one or more buildings, or one or more sites, and the premises upon which they are situated, including area set aside for parking of mobile homes and manufactured homes or camping of employees by the employer. Employee housing may also involve permanent residency if the housing accommodation is a mobile home, manufactured home, travel trailer, or recreational vehicle pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 17021.5. Specifically, there are two (2) types of employee housing as follows:

1.

Employee Housing, Large: Employee housing that serves more than six (6) employees and consists of no more than thirty-six (36) beds in group quarters or twelve (12) units or spaces designed for use by a single family or household. (6) (H6)

2.

Employee Housing, Small: Employee housing that serves six (6) or fewer employees. The housing may be in a single or multi-family residence. (5) (H5)

"Equipment rental yard" means an establishment offering a wide variety of large equipment or tools for rent, much of which is stored outdoors when not being used. (J11)

"Exterminator or pest control service" means an establishment specializing in the elimination of vermin, insects, or other similar pests from a building or grounds, especially by the controlled application of toxic chemicals. (J12)

"Fairgrounds" means an area with indoor and outdoor facilities where fairs, circuses, or exhibitions are held. (F5)

"Farmers market" means a facility or area where several farmers or growers gather on a periodic basis to provide fresh fruits, vegetables, or other locally-grown agricultural products directly to consumers. (I10)

"Feed and seed store" means an establishment that provides feed, seed, and animal and agricultural supplies primarily in bulk quantities. (I11)

"Food catering" means an establishment that prepares and delivers food and beverages for off-site consumption, typically at a special event, without provision for on-site pickup or consumption. (J13)

"Food locker" means an establishment that rents lockers, compartments, or space for the storage of frozen food. A food locker may also include the preparation or dressing of animal carcasses for consumption but does not include the slaughtering of animals. (K4)

"Food market" means an establishment that provides a wide variety of fresh produce and meat, canned and packaged food items, small household goods, and similar items that are typically consumed and used off premises. It can also contain a section where prepared foods are sold and consumed on-site. (I12)

"Food produce stand" means an area or building set aside for the sale of agricultural produce that is grown primarily on the site. (I13)

"Fortune telling" means an establishment where people's fortunes are predicted through the use of astrology, card reading, numerology, etc. (J14)

"Fuel distributing" means a facility that is a base of operations for the bulk distribution of gasoline, propane, butane, or other another site. (J15)

"Fuel sales, fleet, or cardlock" means an establishment that is typically unattended and provides gasoline, propane, diesel fuel, and/or other liquid or gaseous fuels mainly for commercial fleet vehicles. (I14)

"Fuel sales, retail" means an establishment that provides gasoline, propane, diesel fuel, and/or other liquid or gaseous fuels directly to consumers. (I15)

"Funeral home or mortuary" means an establishment where deceased are prepared for burial or cremation, and funeral services may be conducted. It can include an area where funeral vehicles are stored, and caskets and other funeral supplies are sold. (C7)

"Games of skill or amusement" means machines, devices or apparatus, the operation or use of which is made possible by the deposit or placement of any currency, plate, disc, slug or key into any slot or crevice, for the purpose or use as a game or amusement. This use does not include games, machines, or devices used for a purpose that is prohibited by law. (A9) (A10)

"Garden shop" means an establishment that provides live plants and related products mainly to residential consumers, with a portion of the establishment typically located outdoors. (I16)

"Gas regulator station." See Electric distribution and transmission substation, gas regulator station, communications equipment building, public service pumping station, or elevated pressure tank. (F4)

"Gas station." See Fuel sales, retail. (I15)

"Golf course or country club" means one or more golf courses, with accessory facilities and uses that can include clubhouses with bar and restaurant, locker and shower facilities; driving ranges; "pro shops" for onsite sales of golfing equipment; and golf cart storage and sales facilities. (G4)

"Government office; local, state, or federal" means a facility owned or operated by a local, state, or federal government that provides services to the public such as employment assistance, public assistance, motor vehicle registration and licensing services and similar activities commonly accustomed to having sizeable assemblages of people waiting for service, whether pedestrian or vehicular. This use does not include a government-owned facility that is more specifically defined in this chapter, such as fairgrounds, cemetery, post office, or public safety facility. (F6)

"Guest house" means living quarters without a kitchen, located on the same premises with a main residence. (35)

"Hair salon." See Barbershop, hair salon, nail care, massage therapy, or day spa. (J3)

"Hazardous waste facility" means all contiguous land and structures, other appurtenances and improvements on the land used for the treatment, transfer, storage, resource recovery, disposal or recycling of hazardous waste, and may consist of one or more treatment, transfer, storage, resource recovery, disposal or recycling hazardous waste management units, or combinations of these units. (See Health and Safety Code Section 25117.1.) (D5)

"Health or fitness facility, large" means a fitness center, gymnasium, health club or athletic club that typically charges a membership fee and includes any of the following: indoor sauna, spa or hot tub facilities; a swimming pool, or a tennis, basketball or handball court. (G5)

"Health or fitness facility, small" means a fitness center, health club or athletic club that typically charges a membership fee and does not include any of the following: indoor sauna, spa or hot tub facilities; a swimming pool, or a tennis, basketball or handball court. (G6)

"Heliport." See Airport or heliport. (K1)

"Home occupation" means a commercial business activity conducted as an accessory use within a residence. (A9)

"Hospital, general or psychiatric" means a facility that provides medical, psychiatric, or surgical service for sick or injured persons, primarily on an in-patient basis, and including ancillary facilities for out-patient and emergency treatment, diagnostic services, training, research, administration and services to patients, employees, or visitors. (E4)

"Hotel or motel" means a building or group of buildings in one complex consisting of multiple guest rooms intended or designed to be occupied on a temporary basis, and typically providing ancillary services such as a restaurant, lounge, pool or exercise room, meeting rooms, and/or other personal services. Alcoholic beverages served to overnight guests outside of a restaurant or bar/lounge typically requires an ABC Type 70 license. (7) (H7)

"Industrial or manufacturing facility, heavy" means a facility that manufactures products from extracted or raw materials or recycled or secondary materials, or the bulk storage and handling of such products and materials. This use includes operations such as biomass energy conversion; production apparel manufacturing; photographic processing plants; leather and allied product manufacturing; wood product manufacturing; paper manufacturing; chemical manufacturing; plastics and rubber products manufacturing; nonmetallic mineral product manufacturing; primary metal manufacturing; fabricated metal product manufacturing; and automotive and heavy equipment manufacturing. This use does not include Agricultural products processing. (D6)

ssing plants; leather and allied product manufacturing; wood product manufacturing; paper manufacturing; chemical manufacturing; plastics and rubber products manufacturing; nonmetallic mineral product manufacturing; primary metal manufacturing; fabricated metal product manufacturing; and automotive and heavy equipment manufacturing. This use does not include Agricultural products processing. (D6)

"Industrial or manufacturing facility, light" means a facility that manufactures products from previously prepared materials completely within an enclosed building, and that produces minimal impacts on nearby properties. This use includes the manufacturing of finished parts or products primarily from previously prepared materials; commercial laundries and dry cleaning plants; monument works; printing, engraving, and publishing; sign production or manufacturing; machine and electrical shops; computer and electronic product manufacturing; furniture and related product manufacturing; and industrial services. The use also includes the preparation and/or packaging of food for off-site consumption. (D7)

"Junior accessory dwelling unit" - please see "accessory dwelling unit, junior"

"Junkyard, wrecking yard, or salvage facility" means a facility that accepts, collects, and stores junk, scrap, or salvable material, including junk metals or other scrap materials, and/or that stores, dismantles, wrecks, or allows parts removal of more than three (3) non-operating automobiles, other vehicles, or machinery for a period of more than thirty (30) days. (K5)

"Keeping of household pets" means the keeping, raising, and caring for domesticated animals that are not considered domestic agricultural animals by the definition of animal raising, and typically including dogs, cats, birds, fish or other similar sized animals. Also, see Animal raising. (A10)

"Kennel or animal boarding" means any facility where four or more dogs, cats, or other small animals are kept overnight for profit, breeding, care, or exhibiting. This use does not include a pet store. (J16)

"Laboratory, general, medical, or dental" means a facility that conducts scientific or medical experiments, research, or teaching, typically within a completely enclosed building. (E3)

"Landscape nursery" means a facility that grows, maintains, and provides trees, plants, and other nursery products for transplant in another location typically to both retailer and wholesale customers. (I17)

"Large family daycare." See Daycare, Large Family (L15)

"Library, museum, or cultural facility" means a facility operated entirely on a public or nonprofit basis for the purpose of providing education, information, training, and/or entertainment of a civic or cultural nature. (C8)

"Linen, diaper or uniform supply service" means an establishment providing high volume laundry and garment services, including power laundries (family and commercial), garment pressing and dry cleaning, linen supply, diaper service, and industrial laundries. This use does not include dry cleaning or laundromat. (J17)

"Liquor store" means an establishment that provides for the sale of alcoholic beverages such as beer, wine, and/or distilled spirits for consumption off the site, along with other retail items. This use typically requires an ABC Type 20 or 21 license. Limited consumption on the site can occur only when the appropriate ABC license is obtained, typically an ABC Type 86 license. (I18)

"Live/Work facility" means a building that combines a complete dwelling unit with a commercial or office work space, with both occupancies used by the same person or family. (H8)

"Lodge." See Club, lodge, or private meeting hall (C3) Lounge. See Bar, nightclub, or lounge. (B2)

"Low Barrier Navigation Center" means a Housing First, low-barrier, service-enriched shelter focused on moving people into permanent housing that provides temporary living facilities while case managers connect individuals experiencing homelessness to income, public benefits, health services, shelter, and housing, as defined by Government Code Section 65660.

1.

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

a.

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

b.

Pets.

c.

The storage of possessions.

d.

Privacy, such as partitions around beds in a dormitory setting or in larger rooms containing more than two (2) beds, or private rooms. (4) (H4)

"Lumberyard." See Building materials and supply or home improvement store. (I7)

"Manufactured home" means a structure that was constructed on or after June 15, 1976, is transportable in one or more sections, is eight (8) body feet or more in width, or forty (40) body feet or more in length, in the traveling mode, or, when erected on site, is three hundred twenty (320) or more square feet, and is designed to be used as a single-family dwelling when connected to the required utilities. (8) (9) (H9) (H10)

"Manufactured home sales yard" means an establishment that stores and provides manufactured homes, typically in an open setting with a sales office. (I19)

"Massage therapy." See Barbershop, hair salon, nail care, massage therapy, or day spa. (J3)

"Meat packing or slaughterhouse" means a facility used for the killing or dressing of animals, including cattle, sheep, swine, goats, horses, or poultry, and the storage, freezing, curing, or packaging of meat or meat products. (D8)

"Meat packing or slaughterhouse" means a facility that slaughters animals and/or packages animal meat for food. (D8)

"Microbrewery" means an establishment that produces small batches of beer for sale on or off of the site and may or may not include food service. Typically, a microbrewery produces fewer than fifteen thousand (15,000) barrels of beer or ale per year. This use typically requires an ABC Type 23 license. (B4)

"Mining, quarry, or sand and gravel excavation" means an area of land where rock, ore, stone and similar materials are excavated and processed for sale for use off-site. (D9)

"Mini-warehouse or self-storage facility" means an establishment providing rental space, such as rooms, lockers, or containers for the storage of goods and materials, typically on a monthly basis. This use does not include Food locker or Warehouse or distribution center. (K6)

"Mobile home" means a structure that was constructed prior to June 15, 1976, is transportable in one or more sections, is eight (8) body feet or more in width, or forty (40) body feet or more in length, in the traveling mode, or, when erected on site, is three hundred twenty (320) or more square feet, and is designed to be used as a single-family dwelling when connected to the required utilities. (9) (H10)

"Mobile home park" means an area of land where two (2) or more mobile home sites are rented or leased, or offered for rent or lease, to accommodate mobile homes or manufactured homes used as a residence. (10)(H11)

"Mobile vendor or food truck" means an establishment that sells food, drinks, or merchandise by means of a motorized or non-motorized vehicle, such as a wagon, pushcart, handcart, bicycle, motorized cart, or food truck that periodically parks to provide food or other wares to customers. (69)(A11)

"Motel." See Hotel or motel. (H6)

"Motor vehicle repair or service, major" means an establishment that provides major repair or servicing of motor vehicles, such as body, chassis, engine, transmission, or exhaust repair or modification. (J18)

"Motor vehicle repair or service, minor" means an establishment that provides minor repair or servicing of motor vehicles, such as the replacement of tires or batteries, smog inspection, window tinting, car stereo installation, oil and filter change, wheel alignment, and fluid flushing, refill, or replacement. (J19)

"Multi-family dwelling" means a building or group of buildings in one (1) complex with multiple separate housing units. A multi-family dwelling can have two (2) units (a duplex,) three (3) units (a triplex,) four (4) units (a fourplex,) or five (5) or more units. Multi-family dwelling includes a mixed use building that also

provides separate space for commercial or office use but does not include an attached single-family dwelling. (11) (12) (13) (H12) (H13) (H14)

"Nail care." See Barbershop, hair salon, nail care, massage therapy, or day spa. (J3)

"News, magazine, or flower stand, outdoor" means an establishment that provides newspapers, magazines, flowers, or other similar goods, typically to pedestrians passing by, in a permanent structure open to the outdoors. This use does not include sales from temporary booths or structures. (I20)

"Nightclub." See Bar, nightclub, or lounge. (B2)

"Office; medical, dental, or optometry" means an establishment that provides services, typically by appointment, dealing with human health including dental, chiropractic, medical, optometry, physical therapy, psychology, psychiatry, family counseling, or therapy. This use does not include Barbershop, hair salon, nail care, massage therapy, or day spa. (E5)

"Offices, professional or commercial" means an establishment that provides administrative, clerical, technical, professional or similar business services and typically where products or goods are not provided. Examples include escrow and title, insurance, mortgage, real estate, accounting, architecture, graphic design, finance, consulting, engineering, legal, and similar services. (E6)

"Optical retailer" means an establishment that provides prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses, and where optometry services are not provided on the site. Prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses may be made on the premises. (I24)

"Outdoor advertising structure" means a structure of any kind or character, erected or maintained for outdoor advertising purposes, upon which a sign may be placed that advertises a use, product, or service that is not provided off-site. (A12)

"Outdoor storage" means the storage of goods or materials outside of any building or structure, but not including storage of a temporary or emergency nature. (70) (A13)

"Park or playground" means an open area typically landscaped and containing play equipment that provides rest and recreation, usually owned by a public agency or homeowner's association. (71) (G7)

"Parking facility, off-site" means an area, lot, or structure with one or more levels, other than a street or other public right-of-way, that provides for the parking of motor vehicles as a primary use on the site. This use does not include parking areas or lots that are ancillary and specifically intended to provide parking for the primary use on the site. (K7)

"Pawn shop" means an establishment that provides secured loans to customers, with items of personal property used as collateral. (I21)

"Payday lender or check cashing establishment" is an establishment that cashes checks, warrants, or money orders for a fee, and/or provides short term loans, usually at a high interest rate, that must be paid in full when the borrower receives their next pay check. This use does not include Bank or credit union. (J20)

"Pet grooming" is a personal service establishment that, for a fee, trims, cleans or curries domestic pets such as dogs and cats and which may sell pet supplies. This use does not include Kennel or animal boarding. (J21)

"Pet store" means an establishment where dogs, cats, or other small animals are kept and offered for sale. (I22)

"Pharmacy" means an establishment that provides prescription drugs under the supervision of a pharmacist and can also provide other retail products. (E7)

"Photography studio" means an establishment where customers can have their portraits taken professionally. (J22)

"Pool hall or billiard parlor" means an establishment where pool and/or billiard games are played for a fee. (C9)

"Post office" means a facility that accepts, processes, and sorts mail, operated by the United States Postal Service. (F7)

"Private meeting hall." See Club, lodge, or private meeting hall (C3)

"Professional school." See School, charter, trade, vocational, art, business, or professional. (C13)

"Produce stand." See Food produce stand. (I13)

"Public corporation yard, utility yard, or vehicle and heavy equipment maintenance and storage yard" means a facility that provides for maintenance, servicing, or storage of fleet vehicles, equipment, or supplies, or for the dispatching of service vehicles; or distribution of supplies or construction materials required in connection with a business activity, public utility service, transportation service, government service, or similar activity. (F8)

"Public safety facility or station" means a facility that is a base for providing public safety and emergency services, including police, fire protection and emergency services. This use does not include Ambulance service. (F9)

"Public service pumping station." See Electric distribution and transmission substation, gas regulator station, communications equipment building, public service pumping station, or elevated pressure tank. (F4)

"Recreational vehicle park" means a lot or area of land where two or more spaces are rented to users of recreational vehicles for overnight parking and use, and that typically provide support services, such as utility hookups and sewer dump facilities. (15) (H15)

"Recycling, processing or sorting facility" means a facility used for the collection, processing and preparation of recyclable material for efficient shipment, or to an end-user's specifications, by such means as bailing, briquetting, compacting, flattening, grinding, crushing, mechanical sorting, shredding, cleaning, and remanufacturing. (J25)

"Recycling, large collection facility" means a facility located in an area of over five hundred (500) square feet that accepts recyclable materials from the public by donation, redemption, or purchase for temporary storage and transport to a processing and sorting facility. (J24)

"Recycling, small collection facility" means facility located in an area of not more than five hundred (500) square feet that provides for the redemption of California CRV redeemable beverage containers by means of a kiosk, container, mobile unit, reverse vending machine or other collection method. (J23)

"Repair shop, large appliance or equipment" means an establishment that restores or repairs major appliances or equipment that generally cannot be easily moved by a single person and is typically placed on the floor. This use typically provides all of its service on-site and includes repair of large motorized equipment that are not vehicles. (J26)

"Repair shop, small appliance or equipment" means an establishment that restores or repairs small appliances or equipment that generally can be moved by one person and is typically repaired on a table or work bench. This use typically provides all of its service on-site, and includes services such as gunsmithing, lawnmower repair, and home computer repair. (J27)

"Research and development facility" means a facility that is primarily used for the research, design, development, and testing of biological, chemical, electrical, magnetic, mechanical, and/or optical components in advance of product manufacturing. This use does not involve the fabrication, mass manufacture, or processing of products. (D10)

"Residential care facility" means a single-family dwelling, group care facility, or similar facility licensed by the State of California for 24-hour non-medical care of persons in need of personal services, supervision or assistance essential for sustaining the activities of daily living or for the protection of the individual. (15) (16) (H16) (H17)

"Residential dwelling located in the same building with office or commercial use" means a building that contains a mix of both residential dwelling units and space used for commercial or office uses. (H18)

"Restaurant, full service" means an establishment providing preparation and sale of a variety of food and beverages with full table service by wait staff. Takeout or delivery service and/or live entertainment may also be provided. If alcoholic beverages are served, this use typically requires an ABC Type 41 or 47 license. (B5)

"Restaurant, limited service with drive-thru pickup window" means an establishment providing preparation and sale of a variety of food and beverages for consumption on or off the site by ordering and paying at a counter or drive-thru window. Delivery service and/or live entertainment may also be provided. (B6) (B7) (B8)

"Restaurant, limited service without drive-thru pickup window" means an establishment providing preparation and sale of a variety of food and beverages by ordering and paying at a counter. Takeout or delivery service and/or live entertainment may also be provided. Drive-thru pickup windows are not provided. If alcoholic beverages are served, this use typically requires an ABC Type 41 or 47 license. (B8)

"Retail sales store" means an establishment providing retail products. This use includes all retail sales establishments that are not more specifically defined in this chapter. (I23) (I24)

"Retail sales solely via internet, direct mail, or telephone" means an establishment providing retail products for sale and delivery only via internet, direct mail, or telephone communication, with a floor space for storage of products of less than five thousand (5,000) square feet. This use does not include a Call center or a Warehouse or distribution center. If alcoholic beverages are sold, this use typically requires an ABC Type 85 license. (I25)

"Rooming house." See Boarding house or rooming house. (3) (H3)

"School, private (kindergarten to 12[th ] grade)" means a facility owned and/or operated by a private entity that educates minors in courses of study required by the California Education Code. This use includes a kindergarten, elementary school, middle school, high school, special institution of education, or combination of these, and includes a technical, vocational, or art school only when the students are primarily minors. This use does not include home schooling at a residence. (72)(C11)

vate entity that educates minors in courses of study required by the California Education Code. This use includes a kindergarten, elementary school, middle school, high school, special institution of education, or combination of these, and includes a technical, vocational, or art school only when the students are primarily minors. This use does not include home schooling at a residence. (72)(C11)

"School, public (kindergarten to 12[th ] grade)" means a facility owned and/or operated by a publicly funded school district that educates minors in courses of study required by the California Education Code. This use includes a kindergarten, elementary school, middle school, high school, special institution of education, or combination of these, and includes a technical, vocational, or art school only when the students are primarily minors. This use does not include a charter school. (73) (C12)

"School; charter, trade, vocational, business, or professional" means a facility that is operated either with public funds under a charter contract or with private funds, and that offers specific educational instruction to children and/or adults. This use includes charter schools, secretarial schools, beauty and cosmetology schools, modeling schools, language schools, computer or electronics training schools, arts schools, and automotive repair schools, and similar specialized schools. (74) (C13)

"Scrap metal processing." See Junk yard, wrecking yard, or salvage yard. (K5)

"Secondhand or thrift store" means an establishment that accepts donations of secondhand items and clothing and is typically operated for charitable purposes. (I26)

"Self-storage facility." See self-storage facility (75) (K6)

"Service station." See Fuel sales, retail, and Motor vehicle repair or service, minor. (I15) (J19)

"Shooting range, indoor" means an establishment that is used for archery or firearms practice in a fullyenclosed facility. (J28)

"Shooting range, outdoor" means an establishment that is used for archery or firearms practice, either wholly or partially outdoors. (J29)

"Sign manufacturing and production." See Industrial or manufacturing facility, light (D7)

"Single-family dwelling, attached" means a building with two (2) residential dwelling units located on portions of two (2) lots with a building firewall along the lot line, such that the dwelling units may be sold separately. (17) (H19)

"Single-family dwelling, detached" means a building with one residential dwelling unit located on one lot. (18)(H20)

"Single-room occupancy (SRO)" means a residential facility of two or more separate individual rooms with typically less than 500 square feet of floor space, with or without separate kitchen or bathroom facilities for each room, rented on a weekly or monthly basis. Single-room occupancy does not include Hotel or motel. (19) (H21)

"Small family Daycare." See Daycare, small family. (64)

"Social service office, assistance center, or guidance center" means a facility that provides counseling, guidance, recuperative, or similar services for persons requiring rehabilitation assistance as a result of economic hardship, mental disability, alcoholism, detention, drug addiction, or similar conditions. This use does not include facilities that provide overnight stay. (F10)

"Specialty construction or trade service" means an establishment that provides construction, installation or maintenance services activities that are typically specialized trade activities, and where some of the service may be provided off-site. This use includes establishments that provide services such as plumbing, electrical work, painting, irrigation, heating/air conditioning, and masonry. This use does not include Repair shop or Motor vehicle repair or service. (J30)

"Storm drainage basin, with or without a park" means a facility that collects storm water from off- site locations into a sunken basin. The facility may be inaccessible to the public or may be designed to provide partial public access for recreational use. (76) (F11)

"Studio for martial arts, music, dance, yoga, exercise, gymnastics or similar" means a facility that provides group or individualized instruction in a specific activity typically related to the arts. This use does not include Health or fitness facility. (C14)

"Supportive housing" means housing with no limit on length of stay, that is occupied by the target population, and that is linked to an onsite or offsite service that assists the supportive housing resident in retaining the housing, improving his or her health status, and maximizing his or her ability to live and, when possible, work in the community, as defined in Government Code Section 65582(g).. Services typically include assistance designed to meet the needs of the target population in retaining housing, living and working in the community, and/or improving health and may include case management, mental health treatment, and life skills. (20) (H22)

"Swap meet or flea market" means a facility that provides typically compartmentalized space, either indoors or outdoors, to vendors who sells or barter merchandise. This use does not include 'Farmers market,' 'Auction or sales house,' or 'Auction or sales yard.' (I27)

"Tailoring or clothing alterations" means an establishment that provides custom making or altering of clothing when not an ancillary use in a clothing store. (J31)

"Tattooing or body art" means an establishment that provides tattooing, body piercing, and other forms of body art allowed by the California Health and Safety Code, except that body art involving ear piercing and permanent cosmetic application are not included and are considered ancillary uses in other establishments. This use does not include any use that is more specifically defined in Section 17.62.020. (J32)

"Temporary materials or equipment storage yard" means a facility that is used to store, park, house, or prepare equipment, dirt, materials, or temporary offices or shops to support a construction or demolition activity occurring on another site. (40) (A14)

"Temporary sales office" means a facility that provides temporary office space to support the sale of residences or other structures and can include related parking. (A15)

"Theater, live or movie" means a facility with an auditorium for viewing movies, plays, acts, or other performances. (C15)

"Tobacco, smoke, or vape shop" means an establishment that provides tobacco or vape products or tobacco or vape related paraphernalia in an area greater than forty (40) percent of its total available retail floor space. (I28)

"Trade school." See School, charter, trade, vocational, art, business, or professional. (C13)

"Transit station." See Bus, transit, or train station. (K2)

"Travel center." See Truck stop or Travel center. (K8)

"Transitional housing" means buildings configured as rental housing developments, but operated under program requirements that require for the termination of assistance and recirculation of the assisted unit to another eligible program recipient at a predetermined future point in time, which shall be no less than six (6) months," as defined in Government Code Section 65582(j). (21) (H23)

"Truck stop or travel center" means an establishment or group of establishments designed to operate together that provide fuel, overnight parking, lodging, food, convenience goods, or other services primarily to truckers and travelers. (K8)

"Trucking or transportation terminal" means a facility designed specifically for large trucks or other vehicles to load, unload, or transfer freight, cargo containers, or other items being shipped, along with associated fueling areas, maintenance facilities, and offices. (K9)

"Urgent care center or other walk-in clinic" means a facility that provides medical treatment of injuries or illnesses that do not require treatment typically provided in an emergency room, typically without an appointment. This use includes urgent care centers, free clinics, hospital-based health clinics, and community health clinics, but does not include ancillary retail clinics located within a retail store, food market, or pharmacy. (E8)

"Vehicle impound yard" means a facility that provides temporary storage of vehicles that have been removed or impounded from public or private property at the direction of a peace officer or because of local ordinance or judicial order. (K10)

"Vending machines" means a device that dispenses a product or service upon activation by the receiver of that product or service. Products can include items such as ice; food and beverages, movies and video games, lottery tickets, newspapers, or similar items, but does not include fueling pumps. (A16)

"Veterinary clinic or office" means a facility where animals are examined, diagnosed, or treated, but typically not kept overnight. (J33)

"Veterinary hospital" means a facility where animals are kept for observation, diagnosis, treatment, or medical care, and can include overnight surveillance. (J34)

"Vocational school." See School, charter, trade, vocational, art, business, or professional. (C13)

"Warehouse or distribution center" means a facility for storage of goods or materials that will eventually be redistributed to retailers, wholesalers, or directly to consumers. This use does not include Mini-warehouse or self-storage facility. (K11)

"Winery." See Brewery or winery. (D4)

"Wireless Communication Facility" means an unstaffed facility that transmits and receives wireless telecommunications, and typically consists of an antenna array, connection cables, and equipment room, and an antenna support structure tower, or pole. (F12)

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

Chapter 17.98 - DEFINITION OF TERMS

17.98.010 - Applicability.

The terms, words, and phrases defined in this chapter shall apply to this title.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)

17.98.020 - Definition of terms.

"Abutting" means two (2) or more parcels sharing a common boundary at least at one point.

"Abandoned" means failure to develop, maintain or use a building, structure or improvement or failure to conduct a use upon real property for a stated period of time.

"Access" means safe, adequate and usable ingress or egress to real property, structures or improvements.

"Action" means the decision made by the review authority on a land use application, including appropriate findings, environmental determination and conditions of approval, where applicable.

"Addition" means any construction which increases the size of a building or facility in terms of site coverage, height, length, width, or gross floor area.

"Alley" is a public thoroughfare for the use of pedestrians and/or vehicles, producing only a secondary means of access to the abutting property.

"Alteration" means any construction or physical change in the internal arrangement of rooms or the supporting members of a building or structure or change in the appearance of any building or structure.

"Antenna" means a device for transmitting or receiving radio, television or any other transmitted signal.

"Applicant" means owner(s) of property, or their agent(s) who are seeking privileges provided by this title.

"Attached" means any structure that has a wall or roof in common with another structure.

"Basement" means a portion of building partly or wholly underground and having more than one-half (½) of its height below the average level of the adjoining ground.

"Berm" means a mound or embankment of earth.

"Block" means a parcel of land surrounded by public streets, highways, freeways, railroad rights- of-way, flood control channels, creeks, washes, rivers or unsubdivided acreage or any combination thereof.

"Building" means a permanently located structure, having a roof, for the housing or enclosure of persons, possessions, or property of any kind. Mobile homes, travel trailers and other vehicles, even though permanently immobilized, shall not be deemed to be buildings.

"Building area" means the net portion of the lot remaining after deducting all required setbacks from the gross area of the lot.

"Building height" means the vertical distance between the average finished ground surface adjacent to the structure and to the highest point of the structure, excluding architectural features and appurtenances such as, but not limited to, chimneys, vents, antennas, elevators, and similar mechanical equipment.

"Building, main" means a building in which the principal use of the real property is conducted.

"Building setback area, front" means an area extending across the full width of the lot between the front lot line or the existing or future street right-of-way and a structural setback line parallel thereto. On corner lots, the shortest street frontage shall be the front building setback area.

"Building setback area, interior side" means an area extending from the required front building setback area or, where there is no required front building setback area, from the front lot line to the required rear building setback area or, where there is no required rear building setback area, to the rear lot line and from the interior side lot line to a setback line parallel thereto.

"Building setback area, rear" means an area extending across the full width of the lot between the rear lot line and a setback line parallel thereto.

"Building setback area, side" means a building setback area between the side lot line and a line parallel thereto and extending from the front building setback area to the rear building setback area.

"Building setback area, street side" means an area extending from the required front building setback area or, where there is no required front building setback area, from the front lot line to the rear lot line, and from the side street lot line, or the existing or future side street right-of-way (whichever is greater) to a structural setback line parallel thereto.

"Building site" means the ground area of a building together with all open spaces required by this title.

"By-Right" means that the permitting required for projects subject to by-right approval shall not be subject to discretionary review or approval, such as a conditional use permit, nor be subject to a public review hearing or other local government review to deliberate or make judgements on the projects merits to deny the project as a residential use; the process of reviewing a design should not be considered a "project" under California's Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), as defined in Section 21100 of the Public Resources Code.

"Carport" means a permanent roofed structure not completely enclosed to be used for vehicle parking.

"City" means the City of Woodlake.

"Commercial vehicle" means a vehicle customarily used a part of a business for the transportation of goods or people.

"Commission" means the planning commission of the City of Woodlake.

"Conditional use" means a use that may locate within a zone only upon taking measures to address issues that may make the use detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare and will not impair the integrity and character of the zoned district.

"Conditional use permit (CUP)" means a discretionary entitlement which may be granted under the provisions of this title and which when granted authorizes a specific use to be made of a specific property, subject to compliance with all terms and conditions imposed on the entitlement.

"Construction commencement" means the start of construction of a substantial portion on-site and off-site structural improvements after a building permit has been issued.

"Council" means the city council of the City of Woodlake.

"County" means the County of Tulare.

"Court" means an open, unoccupied space, other than a yard, unobstructed from ground to sky on the same lot with a building or buildings and which is bounded on two (2) or more sides by the walls of a building.

"Days" means consecutive calendar days unless otherwise stated.

"Decibel (dB/dBA)" is a unit for describing the amplitude of sound, as it is heard by the human ear.

"Density" means the number of dwelling units per gross acre, unless otherwise stated, for residential uses.

"Density bonus" means an increase in the allowable number of residences granted by the city or county in return for the project's providing low- or moderate-income housing. A housing development that provides twenty (20) percent of its units for lower-income households, ten (10) percent of its units for very- low income households, or fifty (50) percent of its units for seniors is entitled to a density bonus and other concessions (See California Government Code section 65915).

"Design" means the planning and engineering of the following: street alignments, grades and widths; drainage and sanitary facilities and utilities, including alignment and grades thereof; location and size of all required easements and rights-of-way; fire roads and fire breaks; lot size and configuration; traffic access; grading; land to be dedicated for park or recreational purposes; building, structures and improvements and other such specific physical requirements.

"Detached" means any building or structure that does not have a wall or roof in common with any other building or structure.

"Developer incentives/concessions" means a reduction in site development standards or a modification of Zoning Ordinance requirements or architectural design requirements that exceed the minimum building standards approved by the California Building Standards Commission as provided in Part 2.5 (commencing with Section 18901) of Division 13 of the Health and Safety Code.

"Developer waiver" means reduction of development standards that will have the effect of physically precluding the construction of a development meeting the criteria at the densities or with the concessions or incentives permitted in Government Code Section 65915.

"Development" means any change or alteration of real property or its boundary lines, and including, without limitation, the placement or erection of any solid material, structure or improvement thereon; discharge or disposal of any dredged material or any gaseous liquid, solid or thermal waste; grading, removing, dredging, mining or extraction of any soil or materials; change in the density or intensity of use of land, including, but not limited to, subdivision pursuant to the Subdivision Map Act (commencing with Section 66410 of the Government Code), and any other division of land, including lot splits, except where the land division is brought about in connection with the purchase of such land by a public agency for public recreational use; change in the intensity of use of water, or of access thereto; construction, reconstruction, demolition or alteration of the size of any structure including any facility of any private, public or municipal utility; and the removal of any major vegetation. As used in this title, "structure" includes but is not limited to any building, road, pipe, flume, conduit, siphon, aqueduct, telephone line, and electrical power transmission and distribution line. A "project," as defined in Government Code Section 65931, is included with this definition.

"Development agreement" means a binding contract between a developer and a city or county establishing the conditions under which a particular development may occur. The local government "freezes" the regulations applicable to the site for an agreed upon period of time. (see California Government Code section 65864)

"Development permit" means a discretionary entitlement which may be granted under the provisions of this title and which when granted authorizes a specific use to be made of specific property, subject to compliance with all terms and conditions imposed on the entitlement.

"Display area" means the area of a building in a retail sales store used to display goods that are for sale.

"Driveway" means a permanently surfaced area providing direct access for vehicles between a street and a permitted off-street parking or loading area.

"Dwelling" or "dwelling unit" means a room or group of rooms (including sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation facilities, but not more than one (1) kitchen), which constitutes an independent housekeeping unit, occupied or intended for occupancy by one (1) household on a long-term basis. A dwelling unit shall have interior access between all habitable spaces, except that a junior accessory dwelling unit containing all facilities necessary for living, sleeping, eating, food preparation, and sanitation need not maintain interior access to the remainder of the dwelling unit.

"Easement" means a grant of property rights by the property owner to the public, or any specific person.

"Electric vehicle" means a vehicle that uses a plug-in battery to provide all or part of the motive power of the vehicle, including battery electric, plug-in hybrid electric, or plug-in fuel cell vehicle.

"Electric vehicle service equipment" means an electric component assembly or cluster of component assemblies designed specifically to charge batteries within electric vehicles by permitting the transfer of electric energy to a battery or other storage device in an electric vehicle.

"Establishment" means land, buildings, rooms, space, and/or equipment necessary for conducting business.

"Façade" means the exterior wall of a building exposed to public view or that wall viewed by persons not within the building.

"Family" is an individual or a group of persons living together who constitute a bona fide single- family housekeeping unit in a dwelling unit, not including a fraternity, sorority, club, or other group of persons occupying a hotel, lodging house or institution of any kind.

"Facility" means land, buildings, rooms, space, and/or equipment necessary for doing something.

"FAR (Floor Area Ratio)" is a measure of development intensity. FAR is the ratio of the floor area of a building to the area of its site. For instance, both a two-story building that covers an entire lot and a fourstory building that covers one-half (½) of a lot have a FAR of two (2).

"Fence" means a barrier surrounding or located upon a parcel of real property or a portion thereof and intended to prevent escape or intrusion therefrom or to identify a boundary identity, including without limitation, screened, solid (ninety (90) percent) or more closed to air, light and vision), open (fifty (50) percent or more), or temporary and which may be constructed from wood, metal or masonry material or any combination thereof.

"Floor area" means the gross area included within the surrounding exterior finish wall surface of a building or portion thereof, exclusive of courtyards.

"Furniture" means the things placed in a room which equips it for living. This normally includes beds, tables, chairs, sofas, desks, and shelves. Home appliances, outdoor/patio furniture, wall cabinets, garage storage units and home furnishing accessories are excluded from the definition of furniture.

"Garage" means an enclosed building, or a portion of an enclosed building used for the parking of vehicles.

"General Plan" means a document adopted by the city council containing statement of policies, including text and diagrams, setting forth objectives, principles, standards, and plan proposals, for the future physical development of the City of Woodlake.

"Glare" means the effect produced by brightness sufficient to cause annoyance, discomfort, or loss in visual performance and visibility.

"Grade" means the degree of rise of descent of a sloping surface.

"Grade, finished" means the final elevation of the ground surface after development.

"Grade, natural" means the elevation of the ground surface in its natural state before man-made alterations.

"Grading" means the stripping, cutting, filling, stockpiling of earth or land, including the land in its cut or filled condition.

"Gross acreage" means the total area within the lot lines of a lot or parcel of land before public streets, easements, or other areas to be dedicated or reserved for public use are deducted from such lot or parcel and does not include adjacent lands already dedicated for such purposes.

"Hazardous waste" means either of the following:

1.

A waste, or combination of wastes, which because of its quantity, concentration or physical, chemical or infectious characteristics may either:

a.

Cause, or significantly contribute to an increase in mortality or an increase in serious irreversible, or incapacitating reversible, illness, or

b.

Pose a substantial present or potential hazard to human health or environment when improperly treated, stored, transported or disposed of, or otherwise managed;

2.

A waste which meets any of the criteria for the identification of a hazardous waste adopted by the State Department of Health Services pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 25117 or any other federal, state or local law or regulation;

3.

Resource Conservation and Recovery Act hazardous wastes;

4.

Unless expressly provided otherwise, the term "hazardous waste" shall be understood to also include extremely hazardous waste and acutely hazardous waste. (Health and Safety Code Section 25117.)

"Improvement" means any item which becomes part of, placed upon, or is affixed to real estate.

"Infill development site" means a parcel or group of parcels that make up a site that is vacant or underutilized and is surrounded by developed land or parcels on at least seventy-five (75) percent of its perimeter. Infill development sites include previously developed sites that may/will be redeveloped.

"Integrated shopping center" means a combination of three (3) or more business establishments permitted or conditional permitted in the zone district in which they are located where off-street parking, landscaping, lighting, or other features are developed, managed and maintained jointly.

"Kitchen" means any room, all or any part of which is designed and/or used for cooking and the preparation of food.

"Landscaping" means an area devoted to, or developed and maintained predominantly with, native or exotic plant materials including lawn, groundcover, trees, shrubs and other plant materials; artificial turf and other permeable surfaces; and also including accessory decorative outdoor landscape elements such as pools, fountains, paved or decorated surfaces (excluding driveways, parking, loading or storage areas), and sculptural elements.

"Land use" means a description of how land (real estate) is occupied or utilized.

"Loading space" means an off-street space or berth on the same lot with a building or contiguous to a group of buildings for the temporary parking of a commercial vehicle while loading or unloading merchandise or materials.

"Lot" means a parcel, tract or area of land established by plat, subdivision, or as otherwise permitted by law, to be used, developed or built upon. The classifications of lots are:

1.

"Corner" means a lot located at the intersection of two (2) or more streets at an angle of not more than one hundred thirty-five (135) degrees. If the angle is greater than one hundred thirty-five (135) degrees, the lot shall be considered an interior lot.

2.

"Flag" means a lot having access or an easement to a public or private street by a narrow, private right-ofway.

"Interior" means a lot abutting only one (1) street.

4.

"Key" means a lot with a side lot line that abuts the rear lot line of any one (1) or more adjoining lots.

5.

"Reverse corner" means a corner lot, the rear of which abuts the side of another lot.

6.

"Through" means a lot having frontage on two (2) generally parallel streets, with only one (1) primary access.

"Lot area" means the net horizontal area within bounding lot lines after dedication.

"Lot coverage" means the area of a lot covered by buildings excluding eaves, projecting balconies, groundlevel paving, landscaping, and open recreational facilities.

"Lot depth" is the horizontal distance between the midpoint of the front lot line and the midpoint of the rear lot line.

"Lot frontage" means the portion of the lot contiguous to the street.

"Lot line" means any boundary of a lot. The classifications of lot lines are:

1.

"Front" means on an interior lot, the line separating the parcel from the street. On a corner lot, the shorter lot line abutting a street. (If the lot lines on a corner lot are equal in length, the front lot line shall be determined by the director). On a through lot, the lot line abutting the street providing the primary access to the lot.

2.

"Interior" means any lot line not abutting a street.

3.

"Rear" means a lot line, not intersecting a front lot line, which is most distant from and most closely parallel to the front lot line.

"Lot width" means the horizontal distance between side lot lines, measured at the front setback line.

"Low Barrier Navigation Center use by-right" has the meaning defined in subdivision (i) of Section 65583.2. Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the California Public Resources Code shall not apply to actions taken by a public agency to lease, convey, or encumber land owned by a public agency, or to facilitate the lease, conveyance, or encumbrance of land owned by a public agency, or to provide financial assistance to, or otherwise approve, a Low-Barrier Navigation Center constructed or allowed under Section 17.60.230.

"Mall" means a large building or series of connected buildings containing a variety of retail stores, restaurants, and entertainment activities including, but not limited to, such activities as theaters, arcades, amusement rides, rock-climbing and other indoor recreation opportunities that serve a regional population.

"Median" means a paved or planted area separating a street or highway into two (2) or more lanes of opposite directions of travel.

"Nonconforming lot" means a lot, the area, frontage or dimensions of which do not conform to the provisions of this zoning code.

"Nonconforming structure" means a structure, lot or use which did conform to applicable laws when constructed or initiated, and which does not now conform to the provisions of this zoning code.

"Nonconforming use" means a use complying with applicable laws when established but which does not conform to the provisions of this zoning code.

"Open space" means any parcel or area of land or water essentially unimproved and set aside, dedicated, designated, or reserved for public or private use or enjoyment or for the use and enjoyment of owners and

occupants of land adjoining or neighboring such open space. Does not include area covered by buildings or accessory structures (except recreational structures), paved areas (except recreational facilities), proposed and existing public and private streets or driveways, and school sites.

"Open space, usable" means recreational or leisure space for the shared use of residents of a multi- unit development and may include gardens, playgrounds, courtyards, swimming pools, sitting areas, court games, recreation rooms, exercise rooms or gyms, spas, community rooms, lawn/turf used for open play, ponds, fountains, atriums, picnic areas, rooftop gardens or green roofs, or similar uses or facilities.

"Overhang" means the part of a roof or wall that extends beyond the façade of a lower wall.

"Overlay district" is a district established by this zoning code which may be applied to a lot or portion thereof only in combination with a base district.

"Parapet" means the extension of the main walls of a building above the roof level.

"Parcel" means a parcel of land under one ownership that has been legally subdivided or combined and is shown as a single parcel on the latest recorded map in the county recorder's office.

"Parking area" means any public or private land area designed and used for parking motor vehicles including parking lots, garages, private driveways, and legally designated areas of public streets.

"Parking lot" is an off-street, ground-level area, usually surfaced and improved, for the temporary storage of motor vehicles.

"Parking ratio" means the number of parking spaces provided per one thousand (1,000) square feet of floor area. "Parking, shared" means a public or private parking area used jointly by two (2) or more uses.

"Parking space" is the space marked for the parking of a motor vehicle within a public or private parking area.

"Parking structure or structured parking" means a multi-story car park (also called a parking garage or indoor parking) designed for car parking and where there are a number of floors or levels on which parking takes place.

"Parkway" means that portion of the public street right-of-way between the curb or curb line and the adjacent sidewalk or property line, as applicable, used for or which may be used for the purpose of planting and maintaining street trees, shrubs, hedges, or other plants. In some areas within the city, park strips may extend into a private property's yard beyond the sidewalk. Park strips may be located on private property or may abut private property.

of-way between the curb or curb line and the adjacent sidewalk or property line, as applicable, used for or which may be used for the purpose of planting and maintaining street trees, shrubs, hedges, or other plants. In some areas within the city, park strips may extend into a private property's yard beyond the sidewalk. Park strips may be located on private property or may abut private property.

"Performance standards" means zoning regulations that permit uses based on a particular set of standards of operation rather than on particular type of use. Performance standards may provide specific criteria to limit noise, air pollution, emissions, odors, vibration, dust, dirt, glare, heat, fire hazards, wastes, traffic impacts, or visual impact of a use.

"Permit" means a written governmental permission issued by an authorized official, empowering the holder thereof to do some act not forbidden by law, but not allowed without such authorization.

"Person" means any individual, firm, co-partnership, joint venture, association, social club, fraternal organization, company, joint stock association, corporation, estate, trust, organization, business, business trust, public agency, school district, state of California, and its political subdivisions or instrumentalities, receiver, syndicate or any group or combination thereof, acting as a unit, including any trustee, receiver or assignee.

"Permitted use" means any use allowed in a land use zoning district and subject to the provisions applicable to that district.

"Planned unit development (PUD)" means the development of a parcel(s) or structure(s) with two (2) or more different land uses such as, but not limited to a combination of residential, office, manufacturing, retail, public or entertainment in a single or physically integrated group of structures.

"Principal use" means the primary or predominate use of any lot, building or structure.

"Project" means the total development within the boundaries as defined on the development plan.

"Public right-of-way" means a strip of land acquired by reservation, dedication, prescription, voluntary purchase and sale, or condemnation and intended to be occupied by a road, trail, water line, sanitary sewer and/or any other public uses.

"Recreational vehicle" means a vehicle or trailer capable of human habitation or designed or used for recreational camping or travel use, whether self-propelled or mounted on or drawn by another vehicle, or any structure inspected, approved and designated a recreational vehicle and bearing the insignia of the state of California or any other state or federal agency having the authority to approve recreational vehicles. RVs include, without limitation, any of the following: camp trailer, as defined by the California Vehicle Code Section 324; house car, as defined by California Vehicle Code Section 362; trailer coach, as defined by California Vehicle Code Section 635; mobile home, as defined by California Vehicle Code Section 396; bus, as defined by California Vehicle Code Section 233, whether altered or unaltered or for commercial or private use; boat, watercraft, and/or trailer for a boat or watercraft; trailers designed to carry persons, property or animals on its own structure and to be drawn by a motor vehicle; and recreational vehicle, as defined by the California Health and Safety Code Section 18010.

"Recycling" means the process by which waste products are reduced to raw materials and transformed into new reused or reconstructed products which meet the quality standards necessary to be used in the marketplace.

"Review authority" means the person, committee, commission, or council responsible for the review and/or final action on a land use entitlement.

"Right-of-way" means a strip of land acquired by purchase, reservation, dedication, forced dedication, prescription, or condemnation and intended to be occupied or occupied by a road, crosswalk, railroad, electric transmission lines, oil or gas pipeline, water line, sanitary storm sewer, and other similar uses.

"Rounding of quantities" means the consideration of distances, unit density, density bonus calculations, or other aspects of development or the physical environment expressed in numerical quantities which are fractions of whole numbers; the numbers are to be rounded to the nearest highest whole number when the

fraction is .5 or more, and to the next lowest whole number when the fraction is .5, except as otherwise provided in this zoning code.

"Screened or screening" means shielded, concealed, and effectively hidden from view by a person standing at ground level on an abutting site, or outside the area, screened by a fence, wall, hedge, berm, or similar architectural or landscape feature that is at least ninety (90) percent view obscuring.

"Setback" means the area between the setback line and property line.

"Setback line" is a line within a lot parallel to and measured from a corresponding lot line, forming the boundary of a required yard and governing the placement of structures and uses on the lot.

"Shipping container" means a standardized reusable vessel, prefabricated container, or structure originally designed for or capable of being mounted or moved by rail, truck, or ship. This definition includes the terms seatrain, C-Train, C-van, ISO container, and cargo container.

"Sign" means any letter or symbol made of cloth, metal, paint, paper, wood or other material of any kind whatsoever placed for advertising, identification or other similar purposes on the ground or on any wall, post, fence, building, structure, vehicle or on any place whatsoever.

"Single-room occupancy (SRO)" means a residential facility of two (2) or more separate individual rooms with typically less than five hundred (500) square feet of floor space, with or without separate kitchen or bathroom facilities for each room, rented on a weekly or monthly basis. An SRO may not be occupied by more than one (1) person. Single-room occupancy does not include hotel or motel.

"Site" the land or area that is the subject of a development project or use and may include more than one (1) lot or parcel.

"Site area" means the net horizontal area included within the boundary lines of a site, not including the area within the established right-of-way of a public street, future public street, or railroad, or any other area dedicated or to be dedicated for a public use.

"Site plan" means a plan, prepared to scale, showing accurately and with complete dimensioning all of the buildings, structures, and uses and the exact manner of development proposed for a specific parcel of land.

"Slope" means the degree of deviation of a surface from the horizontal, usually expressed in percentage or degrees.

"Solar facilities" means the airspace over a parcel that provides access for solar energy system to absorb energy from the sun.

"Specific plan" means a plan consisting of text, maps and other documents and exhibits regulating development within a defined area of the city, consistent with the General Plan and the provisions of Government Code Section 65450 et seq.

"Story" means that portion of a building included between the surface of any floor and the surface of any floor next above it, or if there be no floor above it, then the space between such floor and ceiling next above it.

"Street" means any public or private thoroughfare with a width of twenty (20) feet or more which affords a primary means of access to abutting property.

"Street, private" means a street in private ownership, not dedicated as a public street, which provides the principal means of vehicular access to a property and not to be construed to mean driveways, alleys, or parking areas.

"Street, public" is a street owned and maintained by the city, the county, or the state. The term includes streets offered for dedication which have been improved or for which a bonded improvement agreement is in effect.

"Structural alterations" means any change in the supporting members of a structure such as the bearing walls or partitions, columns, beams, or girders.

"Structure" means anything constructed or built. An edifice or building of any kind, or any piece of work artificially built up or composed of parts joined together in some definite manner.

"Structure, accessory" means a subordinate building which is incidental and not attached to the main building or use on the same lot. If an accessory building is attached to the main building or if the roof is a continuation of the main building roof, the accessory building shall be considered an addition to the main building. Includes structures regardless of whether a building permit is required, including, but not limited to, enclosed and unenclosed patios, barns, guesthouses, second dwelling units, garages, carports, storage buildings/sheds, trellis, gazebos, decks, and real or artificial rockscapes.

"Structure, temporary" means a structure without any foundation or footings and which is removed when the designated time period, activity, or use for which the temporary structure was erected has ceased.

"Target population" means persons with low incomes who have one (1) or more disabilities, including mental illness, HIV or AIDS, substance abuse, or other chronic health condition, or individuals eligible for services provided pursuant to the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act (Division 4.5 (commencing with Section 4500) of the Welfare and Institutions Code) and may include, among other populations, adults, emancipated minors, families with children, elderly persons, young adults aging out of the foster care system, individuals exiting from institutional settings, veterans, and homeless people.

"Temporary structure" is a structure without any foundation or footings, and which is removed when the designated time period, activity, or use for which the temporary structure was erected has ceased.

"Temporary use" means a use established for a designated period of time, with the intent to discontinue the use at the end of the designated time period.

"Traffic safety sight area" means a space that is set aside on a corner lot in which all visual obstructions, such as structures and plantings, which inhibit visibility and thus cause a hazard to traffic and pedestrian safety are prohibited.

"Transient basis" means a continuous period of two (2) weeks or less.

"Underutilized land" means land with a structure or structures that occupy only a small portion of the land and is being used significantly below its potential use.

"Use" means the purpose (type or extent) for which land or a building is arranged, designed or intended or for which either land or a structure is occupied or maintained.

"Use initiation" means the implementation of a use on a parcel or occupancy of a structure, or construction of substantial site improvements after a building permit has been issued, subject to determination by the director.

"Use, accessory" means a use which is incidental to, and customarily associated with, a specified principal use and which meets the applicable conditions set forth in this ordinance.

"Use, allowed" means a use listed by the regulation of any particular district as a permitted use within that district and permitted therein as a matter of right when conducted in accord with the regulations established by this ordinance.

"Use, conditional" means a use listed by the regulations of any particular district as a conditional use within that district and allowable therein, solely on a discretionary and conditional basis, subject to development/design review or to a Conditional Use Permit, and to all other regulations established by this Code.

"Use, principal" means a use which fulfills a primary function of a household, establishment, institution, or other entity.

"Use, temporary" means a use established for a fixed period of time with the intent to discontinue such use upon the expiration of the time period.

"Variance" means a discretionary entitlement which permits the departure from the strict application of the development standards contained in this zoning code.

"Vehicle" means self-propelled device by which persons or property may be moved upon a highway, excepting a device moved by human power or used exclusively upon stationary rails or tracks.

"Wildlands" means any area of land that is essentially unimproved, in a natural state of hydrology, vegetation and animal life, and not under cultivation.

"Yard" means an open space that lies between the principal or accessory building or buildings and the nearest lot line.

"Zero lot line" means the location of a building on a lot in such a manner that one (1) or more of the building's sides rest directly on a lot line.

"Zoning certificate of occupancy" means a permit issued by the community development department which allows the occupancy of a structure which conforms to all applicable provisions of this chapter and any and all conditions or requirements issued by the city or any of its departments, or by any other federal, state or local agency or body.

"Zoning district" means a portion of the city within which certain uses of land and structures are defined, and regulations are specified.

(Ord. No. 650, § 3, 4-28-2025)