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Division 4 — LAND USES›Chapter 6 — SPECIAL USES

84.0645 Accessory Structures.

Yucaipa Zoning Code · 2026-06 edition · updated 2026-09-10 · Yucaipa

(a) Any newly constructed detached carport or private garage as defined in Division 12 of the Development Code that is greater than 1,200 square feet in area, or more than 20 feet in height, or of an unconventional design (commercial or industrial) that may be incompatible with the surrounding residential area shall be subject to Planning Commission review and approval of a Special Use Permit prior to the issuance of building permits. This Special Use Permit shall be a one-time permit that will remain valid for the life of the structure.

(b) Any newly constructed detached accessory structure, barn, workshop, or guest housing as defined in Division 12 of the Development Code that is greater than 1,200 square feet in area, or more than 20 feet in height, or of an

unconventional design (commercial or industrial) that may be incompatible with the surrounding residential area shall be subject to Planning Commission review and approval of a Special Use Permit prior to the issuance of building permits. This Special Use Permit shall be a one-time permit that will remain valid for the life of the structure.

(c) Findings

Prior to acting upon an application for a Special Use Permit for a detached carport, private garage, or other detached accessory structure, the reviewing authority shall find that all of the following are true.

(1) The site for the proposed use is adequate in size and shape to accommodate said use and all yards, building coverage, setback, parking area, and other requirements of the Code.

(2) The proposed accessory structure is subordinate in size, location, and appearance to the primary residential unit.

(3) Issuance of the permit shall not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare, or injurious to the property or improvements in the vicinity and district in which the use is located.

(4) The appearance of the detached accessory structure and the method of construction are compatible with the surrounding built environment. (Amended by Ord. 227 § 3, 2004)

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▸Contents — Yucaipa Zoning Code
Yucaipa Zoning Code
  1. Division 1 — GENERAL PROVISIONS
  2. Division 2 — REVIEWING AUTHORITIES
  3. Division 3 — PROCEDURES
  4. Division 1
  5. Division 2
  6. Division 3
  7. Division 4
  8. Division 5
  9. Division 6
  10. Division 7
  11. ▸Division 4 — LAND USES
    Overview
    1. Chapter 1 — GENERAL PROVISIONS
    2. Chapter 2 — LAND USE CLASSIFICATIONS
    3. Chapter 3 — LAND USE DISTRICTS
    4. Chapter 4 — ADDITIONAL USES
    5. Chapter 5 — ACCESSORY USES
    6. ▸Chapter 6 — SPECIAL USES
      Overview
      1. 84.0601 General Provisions.
      2. 84.0605 Dependent Housing.
      3. 84.0610 Exotic Animals.
      4. 84.0625 Recycling Facilities.
      5. 84.0630 Private Kennels.
      6. 84.0635 Special Uses.
      7. 84.0640 Hazardous Waste Facilities.
      8. 84.0645 Accessory Structures.
      9. 84.0650 Custom Home Design Review.
    7. Chapter 7 — TEMPORARY USES
    8. Chapter 8 — NON-CONFORMING USES
    9. Chapter 9 — PROHIBITED USES
    10. Chapter 2 — HAZARD PROTECTION
    11. Chapter 3 — RESOURCE PRESERVATION
    12. Chapter 4 — LAND USE MODIFICATIONS
  12. Division 6 — PLANNING AREAS
  13. Division 7 — GENERAL DESIGN STANDARDS
  14. Division 8 — SPECIFIC USE DESIGN STANDARDS
  15. Division 9 — PLANT PROTECTION AND MANAGEMENT
  16. Division 10 — SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION
  17. Division 11 — PUBLIC FACILITIES FINANCING

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