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§ 16.36.140. Traffic sight area. A. The triangular traffic sight area created by the minimum dimensions in Table 3-4 (Traffic Sight Area Dimensions), measured along the edge of each right-of-way, alley, or driveway, shall be kept free of visual obstructions from the height of 30 inches to eight feet above the nearest street curb elevation. 1. **Exceptions.** The requirements for traffic sight areas shall not apply to: a. CD Zoning District, the Miracle Mile, and other areas determined by the Director and the City Engineer; b. Public utility poles; c. Trees trimmed (to the trunk) to a line at least six feet above the level of the intersection; d. Saplings or plant species of open growth habits and not planted in the form of a hedge, which are so planted and trimmed as to leave a clear and unobstructed crossview year round; e. Supporting members of appurtenances to permanent structures existing on the effective date of the ordinance codified in this Development Code; and f. Official warning signs or signals. B. **Traffic Sight Area Dimensions.** TABLE 3-4 TRAFFIC SIGHT AREA DIMENSIONS | Location | Minimum Dimension | | --- | --- | | Street intersection without stop sign or traffic signal | 30 ft | | Street intersection with stop sign or traffic signal | 20 ft | | Commercial driveway or alley | 15 ft | | Residential driveway | 10 ft | | FIGURE 3-8 TRAFFIC SIGHT AREA | | --- | C. **Exemptions.** Exemptions from the identified standards for traffic sight areas may be granted when reviewed and approved, based on totality of circumstances, by both the Director and the City Engineer. (Prior code § 16-310.140; Ord. 2025-06-03-1601, 6/3/2025)

Fences, walls, dense hedges, and similar structures shall not exceed three feet in height within the required front and street-side setback, except as follows.

Fences constructed of open grillwork or other allowed material that allows at least 33% view penetration through the fence may be a maximum of four feet tall.

A decorative, open wrought-iron or tubular-steel fence not exceeding six feet in height in the Magnolia Historic (-MHD) Overlay District and five feet in height outside of the -MHD Overlay District may be placed along the front and street side property lines or within the front-yard and street side-yard setback areas.

A decorative, open wrought-iron or tubular-steel fence not exceeding six feet in height in the Magnolia Historic (-MHD) Overlay District and five feet in height outside of the -MHD Overlay District may be placed along the front and street side property lines or within the front-yard and street side-yard setback areas.

Fences, walls, dense hedges, and similar structures located outside of required setback areas or within required interior side or rear setback areas shall not exceed eight feet in height.

Accessory structures shall not exceed a height of 15 feet.

The height of an accessory structure may exceed 15 feet if it is in keeping with the character of the neighborhood and the primary structure as determined by the Director, but no higher than the height of the primary structure.

May encroach up to 3 feet from the property line

Other accessory structures shall meet the front yard and street side yard requirements for primary structures, but shall have no setback requirements for rear and interior side yards.

No more than 10 percent of the habitable area of the dwelling shall be used for the home occupation, including storage of items used or produced and equipment.

Clients, customers, patrons, or students shall not visit or conduct business at the residence, except as provided by Chapter 16.132 (Home Occupation Permits);

Persons engaged in the business shall be limited to persons residing on the premises;

A. Adult entertainment activities;

B. Animal hospitals and grooming facilities;

C. Automotive and other vehicle (boats, motorcycles, or trucks) repair (body or mechanical), reconditioning, servicing, manufacture of any internal combustion or diesel engine, painting, or storage;

D. Caterers;

E. Commercial cabinet or furniture making businesses (Does not include woodworking as a hobby);

F. Contractor's storage yards;

G. Dismantling, junk, or scrap yards;

H. Exercise studios;

I. Massage, acupressure, fortune telling, and related activities, including offices for such uses;

J. Medical clinics, laboratories, and offices;

K. Non-office activities which are routinely conducted in commercial and industrial zoned areas;

L. Sales of building materials and home furnishing materials including carpeting, floor covering, tile, lumber, and other similar materials;

M. Uses which require explosives, flammable, or highly combustible or toxic materials, including guns and ammunition;

N. Welding, industrial, and machine shop operations; or

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

Side and rear setbacks shall be three feet from the property lines.

An urban lot split shall result in no more than two parcels.

Easements shall be required for the provision of public services and facilities.

The proposed parcels shall have access to, provide access to, or adjoin the public right-of-way.

Urban lot split are only permitted in the RL (Residential, Low Density) Zoning District. Parcels created by an urban lot split shall only be used for residential uses, notwithstanding the fact that other uses may be permitted in the zoning district in which the parcels are located.

Upon confirmation by the Building Official that the permit application and supporting documents meets the requirements of the City adopted checklist, and is consistent with all applicable laws and health and safety standards, the Building Official shall, consistent with Government Code Section 65850.7, approve the application and issue all necessary permits.

Consistent with Government Code Section 65850.7, the Building Official shall allow for electronic submittal of permit applications covered by this chapter and associated supporting documentations. In accepting such permit applications, the Building Official shall also accept electronic signatures on all forms, applications, and other documentation in lieu of a wet signature by any applicant.

The City Building Department shall adopt an administrative, nondiscretionary review process to expedite approval of small residential rooftop solar energy systems within 30 days of the adoption of the ordinance codified in this chapter.

The Building Department shall issue a building permit or other nondiscretionary permit (the same day for over-the-counter applications or within one to three business days for electronic applications) of receipt of a complete application and meets the requirements of the approved checklist and standard plan.

The Building Department shall issue a building permit or other nondiscretionary permit (the same day for over-the-counter applications or within one to three business days for electronic applications) of receipt of a complete application and meets the requirements of the approved checklist and standard plan.

§ 16.130.050. Emergency. In circumstances where the condition of a heritage tree poses an imminent threat to public health, safety, or welfare requiring immediate removal, as determined by the Director, a public hearing in compliance with Section 16.130.030 (Permit) shall not be required; a permit to remove the heritage tree, signed by the Director, shall be obtained prior to the removal of the heritage tree. In such case where a person has been granted a permit for an emergency removal, payment of the permit fee shall not be required. Emergency removals do not require replacement. (Ord. 015-09 C.S., eff. 12-3-09; Ord. 2020-12-01-1502 C.S. § 34)

Removed, cause to be removed, effectively removed (as defined in Division 8 (Glossary)), without first obtaining a permit from the Department in compliance with Chapter 16.130 (Heritage Tree Permit), except for emergencies in compliance with Section 16.130.050 (Emergency).

The top of the barrier shall be not less than 60 inches (1,219 mm) above grade where measured on the side of the barrier that faces away from the pool or spa.

Pool equipment shall not be located in required front or side yards and shall be screened from view when viewed from off the property.

Swimming pools and spas shall be fenced with a self-closing, self-latching gate on the pool side and be in compliance with the latest edition of the Building Code.

Pools shall be located to allow for adequate fencing and the location of such fencing or enclosure shall be indicated on drawing provided with each permit application.

In-ground pools and spas shall be located a minimum of three feet from any property line.

Pools and spas placed directly upon finished grade and less than 30 inches in height above finished grade are exempt from rear and side setback requirements.

Pools and spas placed directly upon finished grade and 30 inches or more in height above the surrounding finished grade at any point shall be located a minimum of three feet from any property line.

Pool and spa equipment, including pumps, shall be located a minimum of three feet from any property line unless the equipment is:

Swimming pools, spas, and pool equipment shall not be located within a required front yard.

It is unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation to keep any domestic or wild animal (excluding dogs, cats and other household pets), reptile, apiary, or fowl, within the City except where permitted within a particular zone or district as provided in the Development Code of the City.

It is unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation to keep any domestic or wild animal (excluding dogs, cats and other household pets), reptile, apiary, or fowl, within the City except where permitted within a particular zone or district as provided in the Development Code of the City.

It is unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation to keep any domestic or wild animal (excluding dogs, cats and other household pets), reptile, apiary, or fowl, within the City except where permitted within a particular zone or district as provided in the Development Code of the City.

It is unlawful for any person to keep on any one premises more than three cats (excluding community cats) if such cats are more than four months old.

It is unlawful for any person to keep on any one premises more than three dogs if said dogs are more than four months old.