Agenda packet, second session — Brentwood City Council, July 28, 2026 (part 1 of 5)

JULY 28, 2026, 7:00 PM

CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER, 150 CITY PARK WAY
*IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT PUBLIC COMMENTS AND MEETING PARTICIPATION* City Council members will participate in person from the Council Chamber. Members of the public are invited to attend and participate in the Council Chamber at 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA.

Members of the public may also attend the meeting and provide public comment remotely through Zoom.

Remote participants will receive the same public comment time as those attending in person. If remote access is disrupted during the meeting, the open session will recess while City staff make reasonable, goodfaith efforts to restore service. The meeting will remain in recess for at least one hour or until service is restored, whichever occurs first. If service is restored, the meeting will reconvene. If service is not restored, the City Council may adjourn the meeting or continue in open session after adopting the findings required by Government Code § 54953.4 and City Council Policy No. 110-1.

Members of the public who cannot attend in person or participate remotely may submit written comments by 3:00 p.m. prior to the meeting.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE
The public is invited to participate in the City Council meeting using any of the following methods:

1. IN PERSON:
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Members of the public are encouraged, but not required, to fill out a speaker card. The Council Chamber will have seating available for members of the public to attend in person up to full seating capacity.

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CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY AGENDA

Zoom Webinar ID: 760 1397 0037

July 28, 2026, 7:00 p.m.

City Council Chambers
150 City Park Way
Brentwood, CA 94513
City Council Zoom Link
A. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Pursuant to Council/Administrative Policy, Meeting Rules and Procedures section 5.2 (Decorum Generally – Public), comments by members of the public are generally limited to three minutes, or less time if a large number of speakers is anticipated, or if approved by the Mayor. In accordance with State law, no action or discussion may take place on any item not appearing on the posted agenda. The City Council may respond to statements made or questions asked or may request Staff to report back at a future meeting concerning the matter. Speakers desiring answers to questions should direct them to the Council/Successor Agency and, if relevant, they may direct them to the appropriate staff member. Speakers can also follow up directly with staff during regular City business hours.

Members of the public have the option of giving public comment in person or via two-way telephonic service (Zoom).

Members of the public participating in person are asked to file a speaker’s card with the City Clerk on the form provided on the counter at the back of the Chambers. Members of the public participating via Zoom are asked to use the raise-hand feature to indicate a desire to make a public comment.

During this portion of the meeting, the public is permitted to speak on items not listed on the agenda. Public comments for scheduled agenda items should wait until that time.

In order to ensure that all speakers feel welcome to share their views, members of the audience are kindly requested to refrain from applauding or speaking to the Council from the audience without being called upon first.

D. PRESENTATIONS
D.1 Legislative Update- Townsend Public Affairs
D.2 Contra Costa County Fire Presentation
E. CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed on the consent calendar are considered routine in nature and will be enacted by one motion. If discussion is required, that particular item will be removed from the consent calendar and will be considered separately.

E.1 Meeting Minutes of the City Council
City Council / Successor Agency Meeting Minutes of June 9, 2026; and Special City Council Meeting Minutes of June 16, 2026; and City Council / Successor Agency Meeting Minutes of June 23, 2026.

E.2 Proclamation Recognizing July 2026 as Back to School Month E.3 Second reading and adoption of an ordinance amending the Brentwood Municipal Code to adopt Objective Design Standards for Residential and Mixed-Use Development to comply with State law and implement the City’s adopted Housing Element Title/Recommendation
Waive the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1098 approving text amendments (RZ 25-001) to the Brentwood Municipal Code to adopt Objective Design Standards for Residential and Mixed-Use Development including adding Chapter 17.825 - Objective Design Standards and Chapter 17.815 - By-Right Approval Process as well as other related amendments to the Municipal Code necessary to comply with State law and implement the City’s Housing Element.

E.4 Art Commission’s Recommendation to Revise the City Public Art Prioritization List for FY 2026/27
Title/Recommendation
Receive and approve the City of Brentwood’s Public Art Priority List for Fiscal Year 2026/27 as recommended by the Art Commission.

E.5 School Resource Officer Program Agreements with Liberty Union High School District and Brentwood Union School District
Title/Recommendation
Adopt a Resolution approving a five-year agreement with the Liberty Union High School District and a five-year agreement with the Brentwood Union School District for School Resource Officer Programs and authorizing the City Manager or designee to negotiate and execute the agreements in forms approved by the City Attorney.

E.6 Consideration of the Reappointment of a Commissioner and Recruitment for an Alternate Commissioner to the Contra Costa County Library Commission Title/Recommendation
That the City Council consider adopting a resolution 1) confirming the Mayor's reappointment of Linda Sending to the Contra Costa County Library Commission for a one-year term commencing July 1, 2026, and 2) directing staff to open a recruitment to fill the vacant Alternate Commissioner position on the Contra Costa County Library Commission.

E.7 Adoption of a Resolution Approving a Cooperative Agreement with East Contra Costa Regional Fee and Financing Authority for funding the regional share of the Lone Tree Way - Union Pacific At-Grade Crossing Project, CIP Project No. 337-31340 Title/Recommendation
Adopt a Resolution approving the Cooperative Agreement with East Contra Costa Regional Fee and Financing Authority (ECCRFFA) for funding the regional share of the Lone Tree Way - Union Pacific At-Grade Crossing Project, Capital Improvement Program Project No. 337-31340 (“Project”) and authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute the Agreement.

F. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Persons addressing the City Council using Zoom are asked to raise their hands using the Zoom feature. Those attending in person and wishing to address the Council may do so from the podium. The Council may adopt reasonable regulations at the onset of the public hearing to facilitate public testimony. These regulations may include time limits. In the absence of such regulations, the public hearing shall follow the protocol for Public Comments.

F.1 Ordinances of the City Council of the City of Brentwood Repealing and Replacing Chapters

9.50 and 17.780 (Cannabis Facilities and Cultivation) of the Brentwood Municipal Code and Resolution Amending the Cost Allocation Plan and Schedule of City Fees Title/Recommendation
Waive the first reading and introduce two ordinances repealing and replacing Chapter 9.50 and Chapter 17.780 of the Brentwood Municipal Code (BMC) to update the City’s cannabis regulations and land use prohibitions, and adopt a resolution amending the Cost Allocation

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Plan and Schedule of City Fees to create a new $1,000 administrative fine.

The adoption of the ordinances and resolution are exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code Section 21000, et seq.) (CEQA) as it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility the adoption and implementation of the ordinances and resolution will have a significant effect on the environment. Therefore, this activity is not subject to CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3).

F.2 An amendment to the Downtown Specific Plan (SPA 25-001) and the Brentwood Municipal Code to allow tattoo parlors as a permitted use, subject to Administrative Design Review Title/Recommendation
Introduce and waive the first reading of an Ordinance approving a text amendment to the Downtown Specific Plan (DSP) to allow for tattoo parlors.

The amendment is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines, as it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the amendment may have a significant effect on the environment.

G. BUSINESS ITEMS
Persons addressing the City Council using Zoom are asked to raise their hands using the Zoom feature. Those attending in person and wishing to address the Council may do so from the podium. The Council may adopt reasonable regulations at the onset of each business item to facilitate public testimony. These regulations may include time limits. In the absence of such regulations, the item shall follow the protocol for Public Comments. Public comment on each of the following items is limited to what is described in the specific agenda item.

G.1 Discuss and Provide Direction on City of Brentwood 2026 Winter Market as an Economic Development Priority Project
Title/Recommendation
Receive and discuss an update regarding the proposed 2026 Winter Market, provide direction, and adopt a resolution approving $60,000 from the Priority Projects category of the Economic Development Grant Program for a Downtown Winter Market in Fiscal Year 2026-27.

G.2 Proposed Funding Awards for the Fiscal Year 2026/27 Economic Development Program Title/Recommendation
Adopt a Resolution approving the competitive grant awards from the Fiscal Year 2026/27 Economic Development Grants Program in the amount of $124,900.

G.3 Approve an Agreement in the amount of $198,000 for the Purchase and Sale of Real Property with Jose and Lorena Velez for road right-of-way for the Lone Tree Way Roadway Improvements, CIP Project No. 336-31701
Title/Recommendation
Adopt a resolution approving an Agreement in the amount of $198,000 for Purchase and Sale of Real Property with Jose and Lorena Velez for a portion of APN 018-100-008, to acquire road right-of-way for Lone Tree Way Roadway Improvements, CIP Project No. 336-31701 (“Project”), and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute the Agreement and other documents, in a form approved by the City Attorney, as necessary to complete the sale and right-of-way transaction.

G.4 Adopt a Resolution Amending the 2026/2027 Pay Schedule in Accordance with California Code of Regulations Title 2, 570.5
Title/Recommendation
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the amended Pay Schedule, which incorporates the City Council approved eight percent (8%) temporary salary increase for Acting City Manager Terrance Davis, effective June 16, 2026. Approval of the amended Pay Schedule ensures compliance with California Code of Regulations (CCR), Title 2, Section 570.5, which requires CalPERS employers to maintain a publicly available, City Council approved pay schedule. Staff further recommends authorizing the City Manager or designee, in consultation with the City Attorney, to make non-substantive, ministerial

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revisions to the Pay Schedule as needed.

G.5 The purchase of five new Solid Waste collection trucks, and authorization for the City Manager or designee, to execute necessary documents in an amount not to exceed $4,884,905
Title/Recommendation
Adopt a resolution approving the purchase of five new collection trucks for the Solid Waste Division from Haaker Equipment Company; authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute all necessary associated documents in a total amount not to exceed $4,884,905; and amending the FY 2026/27 Solid Waste Enterprise Fund Operating Budget by $384,905.

H. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS, COMMITTEES, LIAISONS, AND STAFF This portion of the agenda is to provide an opportunity for Council Members to report on attendance at events, subcommittee meetings, and entities on which the Council Member has been appointed as a liaison and for staff to provide brief updates and/or information to the City Council.

I. REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - NEW REQUEST(S)
Council Members wishing to have an agenda item placed on a future agenda shall make a request under this section of the agenda. These items will be included on the agenda for the next Council meeting
J. REQUESTED FUTURE AGENDA ITEM(S)
J.1 Consider a Request from Council Member Maloney and Council Member Mendoza to Evaluate a Prohibition on Data Center Projects
Title/Recommendation
That the City Council consider and discuss Council Member Maloney and Council Member Mendoza’s request to establish a ban on data center projects within the City of Brentwood.

K. ADJOURNMENT
Any disclosable public records related to an agenda item for the open session of this meeting distributed to all or a majority of the City Council less than 72 hours before this meeting are available for inspection at City Hall, located at 150 City Park Way, during normal business hours.

These writings will also be available for review at the City Council meeting in the public access binder in the entrance of the City Council Chambers.

Public comments received after 3:00 p.m. of the meeting date, but prior to the start of the meeting, will be emailed to the City Council, posted online at www.brentwoodca.gov/councilmeetingonline within one day following the meeting, and will be summarized in the meeting minutes.

The Closed Captioning provided via Zoom is auto-generated. It is not the official record and is provided as a convenience.

If you challenge any of the matters listed under 'Public Hearings' in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Brentwood City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing.

NOTICE
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the meeting room is wheelchair accessible and disabled parking is available at the City Hall parking lot. If you are a person with a disability and you need disability-related modifications or accommodations to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk's Office at (925) 516-5440 or fax (925) 516-5441. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. {28 CFR 35.102-35, 104 ADA Title II}

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POSTING STATEMENT
On July 23, 2026, a true and correct copy of this agenda was posted on the City Hall Bulletin Board, outside City Hall, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513 and at our website www.brentwoodca.gov
A complete packet of information is available for public review at City Hall or on our website at www.brentwoodca.gov

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1 CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY MINUTES
June 9, 2026, 7:00 p.m.

A. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
Mayor Meyer called the meeting to order at 7:45 p.m.

Roll Call found the following members present: Maloney, Pierson, Mendoza, Oerlemans, and Mayor Meyer.

B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Meyer led the Pledge of Allegiance.

C. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

Sahil Narula, Youth Commissioner provided updates on the Youth Commission's recent accomplishments and upcoming events.

Tracy Kasamoto provided comments regarding public records requests.

Pastor Greg provided comments regarding psychological safety.

Danny Dohrmann provided comments regarding the Council's decision to place the City Manager on paid administrative leave.

Clay Hawley provided comments regarding growth in Brentwood.

Paul J. provided comments regarding the issuance of demonstration permits.

Sue Harper provided comments regarding weed abatement and the recent fire adjacent to the Shadow Lakes community.

Melissa van Ruiten provided comments thanking the Council for their commitment to flying the Pride Flag.

There being no additional speakers, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.

D. PRESENTATIONS
D.1 BART: Bay Area Rapid Transit
Bay Area Rapid Transit Director, Mark Foley, gave the presentation.

E. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS, COMMITTEES,

LIAISONS, AND STAFF
Moved by: Faye Maloney, Council Member
Seconded by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member

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2 The Council, by motion, moved to postpone Item E until the June 23, 2026 City Council Meeting.

Moved by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Seconded by: Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor
The Council, by motion, moved to adopt the Consent Calendar as recommended by staff.

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
F.1 Meeting Minutes of the City Council
Approved City Council / Successor Agency Meeting Minutes of May 12, 2026; and Special City Council Meeting Minutes of May 26, 2026; and City Council / Successor Agency Meeting Minutes of May 26, 2026.

F.2 Proclamation Recognizing June 19, 2026 as Juneteenth Vice Mayor Pierson presented the Proclamation to Liberty Union High School District Board Trustee Dr. Tamela H. Hawley, and Liberty Union High School District Board President Tamara Weber.

The Council, by Proclamation, recognized June 19, 2026 as Juneteenth.

F.3 Annual Investment Program Management Delegation and Amendment to Council/Administrative Policy No. 10-4, Investment Policy (“Policy”) Adopted Resolution 2026-48 to delegate annual management responsibility for the investment program to the City Treasurer for FY 2026/27 and amend Council Administrative Policy 10-4, Investment Policy (“Policy”).

F.4 GANN Limit
Adopted Resolution 2026-49 establishing the City’s 2026/27 Proposition 4 (1979) Appropriations Limit, commonly referred to as the GANN Limit, using the State per capita income growth of 4.95% as the

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3 cost-of-living factor and the decrease in the County population factor of 0.310% to calculate the Limit.

F.5 A Resolution adopting a List of Projects for submittal to the California Transportation Commission for Fiscal Year 2026/27 funded by SB 1:

The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017
Adopted Resolution 2026-50 adopting a List of Projects for submittal to the California Transportation Commission (“Commission”) for Fiscal Year (“FY”) 2026/27 funded by Senate Bill 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.

F.6 Second Reading of Text Amendments to the Brentwood Municipal Code Related to Restaurants Including Those with the Sale of Alcohol for OnPremise Consumption Waived the second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 1097 amending Title 17 of the Brentwood Municipal Code (RZ 26-002) by adding Chapter 17.695 (Restaurants with On-Premise Alcohol Sales), establish development standards for on-premise alcohol sales, and amend land use classifications for restaurants (with or without the sale of alcohol) citywide, except within the Downtown Specific Plan, the PA-1 Specific Plan Area (Innovation Center), and PD-6.

F.7 Adopt a Resolution Approving the Senior Mechanic Classification, Job Description, Salary Range, and Related Pay Schedule Amendment Adopted Resolution 2026-51: (1) approving the establishment of the Senior Mechanic classification, job description, and salary range; (2) approving an amendment to the 2025/2026 Pay Schedule in accordance with California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Section 570.5, to include the Senior Mechanic salary range; (3) authorizing the City Manager, in consultation with the City Attorney, to make ministerial revisions to the 2025/2026 Pay Schedule to include the Senior Mechanic salary range and ensure consistency with California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Section 570.5; and (4) authorizing the City Manager or designee to take all necessary administrative actions to implement the Senior Mechanic classification.

F.8 Informational Report on the First Six Months of the Tobacco Retail License Program
The Council received for filing, an informational report from staff regarding the status of the first six months of the Tobacco Retail License Program.

F.9 Resolutions for the Calling of a General Municipal Election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Adopted Resolution 2026-52 calling and giving notice of the holding of a general municipal election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, for the election of one [1] Council Member in District 2 and one [1] Council

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4 Member in District 4, for four-year terms as required by the provisions of the laws of the state of California relating to general law cities; requesting the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors consolidate a general municipal election to be held on November 3, 2026, pursuant to California Elections Code § 10400, et seq.; requesting that the City Clerk file a certified copy of the Resolution with the County Board of Supervisors and the County Election Department; setting the candidate statement word limit; requesting publication of a notice of election; determining the action to be taken in the event of a tie vote; and providing for reimbursement to Contra Costa County for county election services; and
Adopted Resolution 2026-53 adopting regulations for candidates for elective office pertaining to candidate statements submitted to the voters at the election and establishing the estimated candidate statement deposit amounts.

G. PUBLIC HEARINGS
G.1 Call for Review of a Design Review and Conditional Use Permit Application for a New Shell Commercial Building Known as The Grove at Brentwood
Miguel Contreras, Associate Planner, presented the item.

Mayor Meyer opened the public hearing.

Denise Cosgrove, President of Brentwood Chamber of Commerce; Rupi Dhaliwal; Carol Garin, Garin Family Broker; Alexa Padilla; Seana Fippin; Adam Martinez; Dirk Zeigler; Monica, owner of Silq Coffee LLC; Lynn Tei, owner of Zephyr Grill and Bar; Nina Holmes, owner of Oysters Oh LA LA; and Tony Aguilar provided comments in support of the item.

Stephen Castillo; Sinziana Todor; and Marisol Valles provided comments in support of the item but expressed concerns regarding alcohol sales and safety for nearby neighborhoods.

Applicants, Lance Crannell and Matt Hagar, spoke on behalf of The Grove at Brentwood project.

There being no additional speakers, Council Member Mendoza moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Council Member Maloney. The motion to close the public hearing carried unanimously with Council Member Maloney, Council Member Mendoza, Vice Mayor Pierson, Council Member Oerlemans and Mayor Meyer in favor.

Moved by: Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor
Seconded by: Faye Maloney, Council Member

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5 Adopted Resolution 2026-54 affirming the Planning Commission’s approval of a design review (DR25-008) and Adopted Resolution 2026- 55 conditional use permit (CUP25-010) application as approved by the Planning Commission, excluding approval of Alcoholic Beverage Control License Type 42, for a new 35,690 square foot, two-story multi-tenant commercial building (that could feature cafés and shops which may or may not sell craft beer/wine/spirits), 24,000 square foot outdoor seating area (with various amenities), community theater, and on-site and off-site improvements located on a 4-acre site at the southeast corner of Walnut Boulevard and Oak Street (APNs 013-232-006 and 012-170-006).

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
H. BUSINESS ITEMS
H.1 Appointment of Board Member and Alternate Board Member to the Municipal Pooling Authority Board of Directors
The Council recessed at 10:10 p.m. and reconvened at 10:19 p.m.

Thomas Lloyd Smith, City Attorney, presented the item.

Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.

Moved by: Faye Maloney, Council Member
Seconded by: Susannah Meyer, Mayor
Adopted Resolution 2026-56 appointing the City Attorney as the voting Board Member and the Human Resources Director, including any person serving in an acting or interim capacity in that position, as the Alternate Board Member on the Municipal Pooling Authority (MPA) Board of Directors and repealing Resolution No. 2026-38 in its entirety.

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
H.2 Local Area Formation Commission (LAFCO) request for emergency outof-agency wastewater service for 8091 Lone Tree Way Casey Wichert, Public Works Director, presented the item.

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6 Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.

Moved by: Tony Oerlemans, Council Member
Seconded by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
The Council, by motion, denied LAFCO’s request that the City provide out-of-agency wastewater service to an existing residence located at 8091 Lone Tree Way.

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
H.3 Adopt a resolution regarding 1) enhancement of Solid Waste collection services and 2) implementing lower water rates than were previously approved in the FY 2023/24 – 2027/28 Utility Rate Study Casey Wichert, Public Works Director, presented the item.

Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.

Moved by: Faye Maloney, Council Member
Seconded by: Tony Oerlemans, Council Member
Adopted Resolution 2026-57 regarding 1) enhancement of Solid Waste collection services to include weekly green waste (organics) collection and 2) implementing a reduced water rate increase of 4% for FY 2026/27, lowered from the previously approved 6.5%.

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
H.4 Memorandum of Understanding and Fee Waiver with Meals on Wheels Diablo Region for operation of the senior nutrition program at the Brentwood Senior Activity Center
Lindsay Pinell, Recreation Supervisor, presented the item.

Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.

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7 Moved by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Seconded by: Tony Oerlemans, Council Member
Adopted Resolution 2026-58:

1. Approving a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) with Meals on Wheels Diablo Region (“MOWDR”) for the senior nutrition program at the Brentwood Senior Activity Center;

2. Approving a fee waiver for MOWDR’s use of City facilities for FY 2026/27 and FY 2027/28.

3. Approving the payment to MOWDR of $36,000 per fiscal year in 2026/27 and 2027/28 for staffing services.

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
H.5 Award of Contract to Wilson General Contracting, Inc., for the Aquatic Complex Mechanical Room Improvements, CIP Project No. 352-52434 Aaron Wanden, Parks Maintenance Manager, presented the item.

Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.

Moved by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Seconded by: Faye Maloney, Council Member
Adopted Resolution 2026-59 approving and authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute a contract and any necessary related documents with Wilson General Contracting, Inc., as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder in the amount of $342,450 plus a 10% contingency amount of $34,245, for a total funding authorization not to exceed amount of $376,695, for the Aquatic Complex Mechanical Room Improvements, CIP Project No. 352-52434 (“Project”).

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8 Gail Knight, Management Analyst, presented the item.

Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.

Moved by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Seconded by: Faye Maloney, Council Member
Adopted Resolution 2026-60 approving and authorizing the City Manager to execute three on-call agreements for professional services for grant writing and procurement services in an amount not-toexceed $65,000 per agreement for fiscal year 2026/27; with the option to amend each agreement for up to two additional one-year extensions, subject to approval by City Council.

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
H.7 Approve Professional Services Agreement with HydroScience Engineers, Inc., for Engineering Design Services for Citywide NonPotable Water Distribution System, CIP Project No. 592-59202 and Authorize City Manager or Designee to Sign Agreement
Meghan Oliveira, Associate Engineer, presented the item.

Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.

Moved by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Seconded by: Tony Oerlemans, Council Member
Adopted Resolution 2026-61 approving a Professional Services Agreement with HydroScience Engineers, Inc., for Engineering Design Services in the amount of $88,655, plus funding authorization for a 10% contingency of $8,866, for a total funding authorization not-toexceed amount of $97,521 for the Citywide Non-Potable Water Distribution System, CIP Project No. 592-59202 (“Project”) and authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute the Agreement.

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)

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9 H.8 Overview of Engineering Standards Related to Street Design, Traffic Control Devices, and Traffic Calming
Moved by: Faye Maloney, Council Member
Seconded by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
The Council, by motion, postponed Item H.8 to the June 23, 2026, City Council Meeting.

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
I. REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - NEW REQUEST(S)
Council Member Oerlemans requested a Future Agenda Item regarding potential locations and cost estimates for sharps and battery disposal services.

Mayor Meyer directed staff to request that Contra Costa County Fire Protection District provide Council with the same or similar presentation they gave on January 27, 2026 at Trilogy.

J. REQUESTED FUTURE AGENDA ITEM(S)
J.1 Consider a Request from Vice Mayor Pierson Concerning Noise Mitigation for the Business Located at 6700 Lone Tree Way Vice Mayor Pierson presented the item.

Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.

Moved by: Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor
Seconded by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
The Council, by motion, directed staff to spend time and resources to 1) explore the noise issues at 6700 Lone Tree Way and their impact on the adjacent streets and neighborhoods; and 2) to explore who is responsible for the noise mitigation; and 3) what were the disclosures at the time they exchanged hands from the developer to the original property owners.

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)

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10 K. ADJOURNMENT
Moved by: Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor
Seconded by: Tony Oerlemans, Council Member
The Council, by motion, adjourned the meeting at 11:31 p.m.

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)

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1 SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
June 16, 2026, 5:30 p.m.

A. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
Mayor Meyer called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.

Roll Call found the following members present: Maloney, Pierson, Mendoza, Oerlemans and Mayor Meyer.

B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Meyer led the Pledge of Allegiance.

C. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

Danny Dohrmann provided comments regarding the responsibilities of the City Manager position and inquiring how that role will be filled during his absence.

There being no additional speakers, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.

D. CONSENT CALENDAR
D.1 Rescind Previous Approval and Approve a Revised Parking Lot Lease Agreement with DJA Properties, LLC for the 2nd Street Parking Lot and Amend the 2025/26 Operating Budget
Terrance Davis, Acting City Manager, presented Item D.1.

Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

Danny Dohrmann provided comments inquiring about the possible remediation needs for the 2nd Street parking lot.

Moved by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Seconded by: Faye Maloney, Council Member
Adopted Resolution 2026-62 of the City Council of the City of Brentwood (1) rescinding the City Council’s prior approval (Resolution No. 2026-29, adopted April 28, 2026) of the Parking Lot Lease Agreement between DJA Properties, LLC and the City of Brentwood for 715 and 739 2nd Street; (2) approving a revised Parking Lot Lease Agreement (“Agreement”) between DJA Properties, LLC and the City of Brentwood for 219 Oak Street, 715 2nd Street, and 739 2nd Street; and (3) amending the FY 2025/26 General Fund Operating Budget.

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2 Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
D.2 Adoption of a Resolution Delegating Limited Settlement Authority to the City Attorney for Claims Presented Against the City Pursuant to Government Code Section 935.4
Moved by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Seconded by: Faye Maloney, Council Member
The Council, by motion, postponed Item D.2 to a future date uncertain.

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
E. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
Moved by: Tony Oerlemans, Council Member
Seconded by: Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor
The Council, by motion, recessed to Closed Session at 5:44 p.m.

The Mayor reported out from Closed Session that Terrance Davis has been appointed to the role of Acting City Manager, effective immediately.

Compensation for this appointment will be considered separately in Open Session at the next City Council meeting to be held on June 23, 2026.

Moved by: Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor
Seconded by: Faye Maloney, Council Member

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3 The Council, by motion, appointed Terrance Davis as Acting City Manager, effective immediately.

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
G. ADJOURNMENT
Moved by: Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor
Seconded by: Faye Maloney, Council Member
The Council, by motion, adjourned the meeting at 6:30 p.m.

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)

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1 CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY MINUTES
June 23, 2026, 7:00 p.m.

A. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
Mayor Meyer called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

Roll Call found the following Council Members present: Maloney, Pierson, Mendoza, and Oerlemans.

Mayor Meyer participated remotely via Zoom under the teleconferencing provision of Government Code § 54953(b).

B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Meyer led the Pledge of Allegiance.

C. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

Mayra Cortez provided comments requesting the Council approve out-ofagency wastewater service for her property.

Rudy Ramirez and Paul Ramirez provided comments regarding the Brentwood Police Department's interaction with Yolanda Ramirez on September 26, 2025.

Danny Dohrmann provided comments regarding the June 16, 2026, Planning Commission's proposed denial of their Agenda Item E.2 "An application to amend a conditional use permit to change the ABC liquor license type for Vinnie's Emporium."
Pastor George Wordlaw, as a representative from Forward Faith City Church, provided comments inviting the Council and residents to their Community Health and Wellness Fair, being held at the Brentwood Community Center on September 19, 2026.

Sinziana Todor provided comments inquiring about the status of Lone Oak Road traffic calming measures.

There being no additional speakers, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.

D. PRESENTATIONS
D.1 Youth Commission Year in Review
Stacey Dempsey, Recreation Supervisor, and Youth Commissioners Carena Helvey, Vice Chair; Rojan Habon, Treasurer; and Sahil Narula, Commissioner presented the item.

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2 D.2 City Facility Audiovisual System Upgrade CIP Completion Mike Baria, Chief Information Systems Officer, presented the item.

E. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS, COMMITTEES,

LIAISONS, AND STAFF
Council Member Mendoza reported on attendance at a Pride Event hosted by Rainbow Community Center; Graduations at Independence, La Paloma, Heritage, and Liberty High Schools; meeting with the Streets of Brentwood; attended a Winter Market Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting; and a City Council Special Meeting.

Vice Mayor Pierson reported on attendance at the Liberty Union High School District African American Baccalaureate Ceremony; Graduation at Independence High School; and attendance at the Juneteenth Event. Vice Mayor Pierson expressed her thanks and appreciation to all of the staff, vendors, entertainers and Brentwood community who helped, participated in and attended the event.

Council Member Oerlemans reported on attendance at the Juneteenth Event; Tri-Delta Transit Agenda Review; Graduations at Independence, La Paloma and Heritage High Schools; Police Activities League Board Meeting; and the East Contra Costa County Habitat Conservancy Board Meeting.

Council Member Maloney reported on attendance at Brentwood Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cuttings; State of the City; Helping One Woman Dinner; presented a 20-year Certificate of Recognition to Salon Vitor; visited FiveStar Cherries, GNS, Farmer's Daughter, and Sweet Lu's U-Pick Farms; visited businesses at the Streets of Brentwood and Shops at Sand Creek; assisted residents from Valley Green and Minnesota area as well as the Highland and Alder Creek area regarding nuisances they are experiencing; visited Union Cemetery to honor the fallen; attended the Liberty Union High School District African American Baccalaureate Ceremony; Graduations at Heritage and La Paloma High Schools; met with the President of the Brentwood Muslim Community Center; met with the Owner of the Grove Project; visited the Community Center before the Ribbon Cutting for the Public Art and Design Academy project; met with Equity Analyst, Robert Bell; attended a Winter Market Ad-Hoc Committee Meeting; telephone meeting with the Municipal Pooling Authority; and attended a Neighborhood Meeting regarding the Youth Center in District One.

Mayor Meyer reported on attendance at the Annual Meeting with the City's auditors to review finances and consideration of fraud risk; the State of the City; presented a 20-year Certificate of Recognition to Salon Vitor; One Hundredth Birthday Celebration at Merrill Gardens; Career Fair in partnership with Contra Costa County Workforce Development Board; Liberty Union High School District African American Baccalaureate Ceremony; gave a tour of City Hall to Brentwood Elementary Third Grade Students; Pride Event hosted by Rainbow Community Center and presented a Proclamation for Pride Month; Graduations at Independence, La Paloma, Heritage, and Liberty High

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3 Schools; had an interview with the Youth Writer from the Brentwood Press; East Contra Costa Regional Fee and Financing Authority Meeting; meeting with Tyler Wilson, Deputy Regional Director of Northern California for United States Senator, Adam Schiff; and presented a Proclamation Posthumously at Mills College to Daphne Muse in honor of Women's History Month.

Acting City Manager, Terrance Davis reported attendance at a tour of the Glydways, Inc. facilities; and the Juneteenth Event.

City Attorney, Thomas Lloyd Smith reported on attendance at the Juneteenth Event.

F. CONSENT CALENDAR
Moved by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Seconded by: Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor
The Council, by motion, adopted the Consent Calendar as recommended by staff.

Roll call vote:

F.2 Proclamation Recognizing July 2026 as Parks and Recreation Month Vice Mayor Pierson, presented the Proclamation to Brentwood's Parks & Recreation Staff.

By Proclamation, the Council recognized July 2026 as Parks and Recreation Month.

F.3 Proclamation Recognizing July 27, 2026 as National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day
Vice Mayor Pierson, presented the Proclamation to Bill Putman, Korean War Veteran of the United States Navy.

By Proclamation, the Council recognized July 27, 2026 as National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day.

F.4 Consider appointment of new Commissioners to the City of Brentwood’s Youth Commission
Adopted Resolution 2026-63 approving the Mayor’s appointments of Carena Helvey, Lauren Dodson, Vishvak Gurram, Christopher Huang, Vanya Marwaha and Jaydon Spears to the City of Brentwood Youth Commission.

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4 F.5 Notice of Completion for the work performed by Mountain Cascade, Inc. for Municipal Services Center Pavement Rehabilitation Project Adopted Resolution 2026-64 accepting the work performed by Mountain Cascade Inc. (“Contractor”) for the Municipal Services Center Pavement Rehabilitation (“Project”); and directing the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the County Recorder.

G. PUBLIC HEARINGS
G.1 Adopt the 2026/27 – 2027/28 Operating Budget; amend the 2025/26 Operating Budget; approve the 2026/27 Pay Schedule; and approve an agreement with Contra Costa County for Self-Service Sunday library hours
Christine Andrews, Assistant Director of Finance and Information Systems, presented the item.

Mayor Meyer opened the public hearing.

Danny Dohrmann provided comments inquiring about budget allocations for the position of Acting City Manager.

There being no additional speakers, Vice Mayor Pierson moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Council Member Oerlemans.

The motion to close the public hearing carried unanimously, by roll call vote, with Council Member Maloney, Council Member Mendoza, Vice Mayor Pierson, Council Member Oerlemans and Mayor Meyer in favor.

Moved by: Faye Maloney, Council Member
Seconded by: Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor
Adopted City Council Resolution 2026-65 (1) amending the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025/26 Operating Budget; (2) adopting the 2026/27 – 2027/28 Operating Budget; (3) approving the addition of seven (7.0) new fulltime positions and one (1.0) new permanent part-time position to the City staff; (4) amending the 2025/26 Fund Balance Restrictions and Commitments in the General Fund; (5) approving the FY 2026/2027 Pay Schedule in accordance with the California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Section 570.5 and authorizing the City Manager or designee, in consultation with the City Attorney, to make ministerial revisions to it and (6) approving and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute an agreement with Contra Costa County for Self-Service Sunday library hours.

Roll call vote.

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)

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5 Moved by: Faye Maloney, Council Member
Seconded by: Tony Oerlemans, Council Member
Adopted Resolution 2026-03-SA of the Governing Board of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Brentwood adopting the 2026/27 – 2027/28 Operating Budget for the former Brentwood Redevelopment Agency Funds.

Roll call vote:

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
G.2 Approve amendments to the Brentwood Municipal Code related to the adoption of Objective Design Standards for Residential and Mixed-Use Development needed to comply with State law as required by the City’s adopted Housing Element implementation policies
Jennifer Hagen, Principal Planner and Andrew Watkins,
Partner/President of JZMK Partners, presented the item.

Mayor Meyer opened the public hearing.

Danny Dohrmann provided comments thanking staff for including underground electric transformers in the Objective Design Standards.

There being no additional speakers, Council Member Mendoza moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Council Member Maloney.

Amanda McVey, City Clerk, read the title of Ordinance 1098 into the record.

Moved by: Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor
Seconded by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Introduced and waived the first reading of Ordinance 1098 approving text amendments (RZ 25-001) to the Brentwood Municipal Code related to the adoption of Objective Design Standards for Residential and Mixed-Use Development with minor amendments to add Section

2.6.4 Electric Transformers and amend Section 3.1.1 requiring playgrounds to include shade structures, in addition to adding Chapter

17.825 - Objective Design Standards and Chapter 17.815 - By-Right Approval Process as well as other updates throughout the Municipal Code needed to comply with State law as required by the City’s Housing Element.

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6 Roll call vote:

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
G.3 Parks and Recreation Cost Allocation Plan and Schedule of City Fees Stacey Dempsey, Recreation Supervisor, presented the item.

Mayor Meyer opened the public hearing.

There being no additional speakers, Council Member Mendoza moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Council Member Maloney.

Moved by: Faye Maloney, Council Member
Seconded by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Adopted Resolution 2026-66 amending the City of Brentwood Cost Allocation Plan and Schedule of City Fees related to the timing of Consumer Price Index adjustments and revisions to Parks and Recreation fees; and finding that the proposed amendments do not constitute a project for the purposes of the California Environmental Quality Act.

Roll call vote:

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
H. BUSINESS ITEMS
H.1 A Resolution Setting Temporary Compensation for Terrance Davis During His Service as Acting City Manager and Memorializing the City Council’s Prior Appointment.

Teresa Fairbanks, Human Resources Director, presented the item.

Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

Danny Dohrmann provided comments regarding compensation for Acting and/or Interim positions.

Sinziana Todor provided comments requesting that Council keep focus on what is important to the City.

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7 There being no additional speakers, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.

Moved by: Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor
Seconded by: Susannah Meyer, Mayor
Adopted Resolution 2026-67 memorializing the prior appointment, by the City Council, of Terrance Davis as Acting City Manager and setting a temporary compensation increase equal to eight percent (8%) of his existing salary during his service as Acting City Manager.

Roll call vote:

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
H.2 Notice of Completion for the work performed by Yosso Group Inc., dba Specified Play Equipment Co. (SPEC) for Heron Park Playground Replacement, CIP Project No. 352-52455
The Council recessed at 9:11 p.m. and reconvened at 9:18 p.m.

Aaron Wanden, Park Maintenance Manager, presented the item.

Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

Oxsana provided comments thanking staff for their work at Heron Park.

There being no additional speakers, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.

Moved by: Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor
Seconded by: Tony Oerlemans, Council Member
Adopted Resolution 2026-68 1) Finding that the Project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to Section 15302 of the CEQA Guidelines because the Project replaced an existing play structure at the same site with a new structure having substantially the same purpose and capacity; and 2) Accepting the work performed by Yosso Group Inc., dba Specified Play Equipment Co. (SPEC) for Heron Park Playground Replacement, CIP Project No. 352- 52455, and directing the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the County Recorder.

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8 Roll call vote:

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
H.3 Authorize the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with WMB Architects for the Architectural Pre-design Services for the Vineyards at Marsh Creek Event Center/Amphitheater Project
Anju Pillai, Engineering Manager, presented the item.

Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

Sinziana Todor provided comments in support of the item.

There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.

Moved by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Seconded by: Faye Maloney, Council Member
Adopted Resolution 2026-69 approving a Professional Services Agreement with WMB Architects for the Architectural Pre-design Services in the amount of $258,775, plus a 10% contingency of $25,878, for a total funding authorization not-to-exceed amount of $284,653 for the Vineyards at Marsh Creek Event Center/Amphitheater Project, Capital Improvement Program (“CIP”) Project No. 337-37231 (“Project”) and authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute the Agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney.

Roll call vote:

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
H.4 Authorizing the Execution of Agreements and Necessary Documents for Ongoing and/or Recurring Purchases with Specified Vendors for Fiscal Year 2026/27
Christine Andrews, Assistant Director of Finance and Information Systems, presented the item.

Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

Allie Rohlfs provided comments requesting Council’s review of the selection process for the Better in Brentwood marketing services contract.

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9 There being no additional speakers, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.

Moved by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Seconded by: Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor
Adopted Resolution 2026-70 that: (1) approves the amended Exhibit “A” removing Michelle Lassle Consulting, Sole Proprietor; and (2) authorizes the City Manager to execute certain agreements, amendments, purchase orders and/or change orders for ongoing and/or recurring purchases that have anticipated spending over $50,000 for goods and/or services within the City Manager’s authority, after approval as to form by the City Attorney and subject to the notto-exceed amounts detailed in the amended Exhibit “A”; and (3) authorizes the City Attorney to execute certain agreements, amendments, or purchase orders for legal services or personnel investigative services with specified vendors in amounts exceeding $75,000 for FY 2026/27, after approval as to form by the City Attorney and subject to the not-to-exceed amounts detailed in the amended Exhibit “A”; and (4) provides that the authorization does not amend the adopted budget and that expenditures may be made only to the extent funds are available in the adopted 2026/27 – 2030/31 Capital Improvement Program Budget or the 2026/27 – 2027/28 Operating Budget, as applicable.

Roll call vote:

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
H.5 Adoption of a Resolution Amending City Council Meeting Rules and Procedures to Implement Senate Bill 707 Requirements and Other Necessary Administrative Amendments
Amanda McVey, City Clerk, presented the item.

Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

Oxsana provided comments seeking clarification on the definition of disruptive behavior as it relates to meeting decorum.

There being no additional speakers, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.

Moved by: Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor
Seconded by: Jovita Mendoza, Council Member
Adopted Resolution 2026-71 amending City Council Meeting Rules and Procedures, Policy No. 110-1, to implement Senate Bill 707 requirements, establish procedures for responding to disruptions of

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10 telephonic or internet-based public access during City Council meetings, and incorporate other administrative amendments to reflect current practices and procedures.

Roll call vote:

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
H.6 Adopt City Council Administrative Policy for Meeting Changes and Emergency Communications
Terrance Davis, Acting City Manager, presented the item.

Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.

Moved by: Faye Maloney, Council Member
Seconded by: Tony Oerlemans, Council Member
Adopted Resolution 2026-72 approving Council Administrative Policy No. 00-12, Meetings Changes and Emergency Communications. with the addition of the Mayor's role with disseminating information during emergencies.

Roll call vote:

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
H.7 Overview of Engineering Standards Related to Street Design, Traffic Control Devices, and Traffic Calming
Allen Baquilar, Director of Engineering, presented the item.

Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

Sinzana Todor provided comments inquiring about traffic calming measures and reduced speed signs.

There being no additional speakers, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.

There was no Council action taken for this item.

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11 I. REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS - NEW REQUEST(S)
Council Member Maloney and Council Member Mendoza requested a joint future agenda item requesting that staff bring forward an ordinance prohibiting the establishment, construction, expansion, or operation of any new data center facilities within City limits.

J. REQUESTED FUTURE AGENDA ITEM(S)
J.1 Consider a Request from Council Member Oerlemans Regarding Potential Locations and Cost Estimates for Sharps and Battery Disposal Services
Council Member Oerlemans presented the item
Mayor Meyer opened public comments.

There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Meyer closed public comments.

Moved by: Tony Oerlemans, Council Member
Seconded by: Faye Maloney, Council Member
The Council, by motion, directed staff to spend time and resources to investigate the best locations, materials, and costs for sharps and battery disposal services.

Roll call vote:

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)
K. ADJOURNMENT
Moved by: Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor
Seconded by: Faye Maloney, Council Member
The Council, by motion, adjourned the meeting at 11:13 p.m.

Roll call vote:

Ayes (5): Jovita Mendoza, Council Member, Susannah Meyer, Mayor, Pa'tanisha Pierson, Vice Mayor, Tony Oerlemans, Council Member, and Faye Maloney, Council Member
Motion Approved (5 to 0)

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PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, education provides the foundation for strong
communities, and every new school year offers students, families, educators, and staff the opportunity to learn, grow, and achieve together; and WHEREAS, National Back to School Month encourages communities to prepare students for success by promoting school readiness, regular attendance, student well-being, and positive partnerships between families, schools, and the community; and
WHEREAS, the City of Brentwood proudly recognizes the dedication of teachers, administrators, classified professionals, school employees, volunteers, and families whose commitment creates safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environments for every student; and
WHEREAS, the 2026 national observance of Back to School Month highlights the importance of helping every student begin the school year with confidence, connection, and the tools they need to thrive, while inspiring a lifelong love of learning and preparing young people for future success.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that the City Council of the City of Brentwood does hereby recognize July 2026 as

BACK TO SCHOOL MONTH
and encourages all residents, businesses, community organizations, and educational partners to support and celebrate our students, educators, and school staff as they begin a new academic year. Together, let us help ensure every student starts the school year with encouragement, opportunity, and the confidence to succeed.

Dated this 28th day of July, 2026
Susannah Meyer, Mayor

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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM NO. E.3
07/28/2026
SUBJECT: Second reading and adoption of an ordinance amending the Brentwood Municipal Code to adopt Objective Design Standards for Residential and Mixed-Use Development to comply with State law and implement the City’s adopted Housing Element
DEPARTMENT: Community Development
STAFF: Alexis Morris, Director of Community Development Erik Nolthenius, Planning Manager
Jennifer Hagen, Principal Planner

TITLE/RECOMMENDATION
Waive the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1098 approving text amendments (RZ 25-001) to the Brentwood Municipal Code to adopt Objective Design Standards for Residential and Mixed-Use Development including adding Chapter 17.825 - Objective Design Standards and Chapter 17.815 - By-Right Approval Process as well as other related amendments to the Municipal Code necessary to comply with State law and implement the City’s Housing Element.

FISCAL IMPACT
Adoption of the proposed ordinance will not result in a fiscal impact, as staff will continue to process appropriate planning applications through designated review processes, which include the collection of fees for the cost of these processes, in accordance with the City’s Cost Allocation Plan.

BACKGROUND

RELEVANT STATE LAWS
Overview
The intent of Objective Design Standards (ODS) is to address recent changes in State law that seek to streamline and increase housing production by making development review processes more routine and predictable. A key component of several of these new laws is increased limitations on discretionary review processes, placing a greater emphasis on objective design and development standards as the primary criteria for project approval or denial.

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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM NO. E.3
07/28/2026
Streamlined Ministerial Approval Process, SB 35 and SB 423 SB 35 (Wiener), enacted as part of the 2017 housing package, established a streamlined ministerial approval process under Government Code section 65913.4 for certain qualifying multifamily housing developments. SB 423 subsequently amended and extended that statutory process.

Government Code section 65913.4 requires an eligible development to be reviewed for consistency with applicable objective zoning standards, objective subdivision standards, and objective design review standards. Objective design review standards are standards that:
“involve no personal or subjective judgment by a public official and are uniformly verifiable by reference to an external and uniform benchmark or criterion available and knowable by both the development applicant or proponent and the public official before submittal.” (Gov. Code, § 65913.4, subd. (a)(5))
Any design review conducted under the statute must remain objective and must be strictly focused on assessing compliance with the criteria required for streamlined projects and any reasonable objective design review standards published and adopted by ordinance or resolution before submission of the development application. (Gov. Code, § 65913.4, subd. (d)(1))
Housing Crisis Act, SB 330 and SB
SB 330 (Skinner) enacted the Housing Crisis Act of 2019, and SB 8 subsequently extended and amended its provisions. The Housing Crisis Act establishes additional protections for housing development projects, including preliminary-application vesting rights, limitations on the number of hearings for qualifying projects, and restrictions on specified local actions that may impede housing development.

SB 330 also amended the Housing Accountability Act and related land use statutes to strengthen protections for housing development projects. Among other provisions, the legislation allows an applicant to submit a preliminary application that generally establishes the ordinances, policies, and standards applicable to the project, subject to specified exceptions; limits the number of hearings that may be conducted for certain housing development projects; and requires local agencies to evaluate housing projects under applicable objective standards.

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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM NO. E.3
07/28/2026
The Housing Crisis Act also restricts affected cities from taking certain actions that reduce residential development capacity or otherwise constrain housing production.

These restrictions include limitations on reducing permitted residential density or intensity and on imposing certain nonobjective design standards.

The Housing Crisis Act also prohibits affected cities and counties, with respect to land where housing is an allowable use, from imposing or enforcing design standards established on or after January 1, 2020, that are not objective design standards. (Gov. Code, § 66300, subd. (b)(1)(C).)
City Objective Design Standards
With these new laws and procedures in place, and expecting the emphasis on objective standards to continue in future legislation, it is in the City’s interest to have a robust group of residential design and development standards (i.e., objective design standards) in place, to ensure that projects deliver high-quality design, appropriate site planning, and amenities, and are compatible with surrounding neighborhoods and the community.

The proposed Objective Design Standards are intended to provide clear, measurable, and uniformly verifiable standards that may be applied to residential and mixed-use development without reliance on personal or subjective judgment. The standards will assist the City in complying with applicable State housing laws while preserving the City’s ability to regulate project design through legally permissible objective criteria.

CITY COUNCIL DIRECTION
On January 24, 2023, the City Council provided direction on reinitiating the City’s Zoning Code Update, including the creation of objective design standards for new residential development. The current Residential Design Guidelines (adopted by the City in 2006) articulate the importance of high-quality design that complements and enhances the existing fabric of the community. The 2006 guidelines expressed the community’s desires and ensured that new residential development respected the past, while embracing the future and welcoming new residents. However, many of the current guidelines are subjective when applied to the review of new development.

On June 27, 2023, the City Council unanimously adopted Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 1059, implementing Interim Objective Design Standards for residential housing projects. On December 12, 2023, the City Council held a Special Meeting to discuss and provide direction on initial goals and objectives for a comprehensive set of Objective Design Standards for Residential and Mixed-Use Development (ODS), as well as to provide direction on the format of the document itself. Since then, staff

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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM NO. E.3
07/28/2026
held a community meeting on March 27, 2024, and conducted an architectural preference survey that was advertised on social media and City feeds. Based on the City Council’s direction, De Novo Planning Group and JZMK Partners, in collaboration with City staff (collectively referred to as the project team), have prepared the proposed ODS that will replace the current interim standards.

On May 19, 2025, staff presented an introduction of the Draft ODS to the Land Use and Development Committee and invited the community to provide comments to the City. This coincided with the introduction of an initial public comment period that was advertised on social media and City feeds. In addition, staff updated the City’s website to include the initial Draft ODS, as well as the 2006 Residential Design Guidelines for reference. Since the publication of the Draft ODS on May 16, 2025, staff has not received any comments.

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 16, 2025
On September 16, 2025, the Planning Commission considered the proposed amendments to the Brentwood Municipal Code related to the Draft ODS. During the meeting, the Planning Commission discussed several potential recommended changes to the document. After discussion, the Planning Commission continued the item to October 21, 2025 to allow additional time to review the proposed ODS.

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF OCTOBER 21, 2025
On October 21, 2025, the Planning Commission again considered the proposed amendments to the Brentwood Municipal Code related to the Draft ODS. During the meeting, the Planning Commission discussed several potential recommended changes to the document. After discussion, the Planning Commission requested that the changes discussed be incorporated into the document and be brought back again to the Planning Commission for review prior to moving the item forward to the City Council.

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF MARCH 17, 2026
On March 17, 2026, the Planning Commission again considered the proposed amendments to the Brentwood Municipal Code related to the Draft ODS that had been revised based on direction provided on October 21, 2025. Specific direction related to roof materials, contemporary architecture, increased objectivity, and miscellaneous recommended changes throughout the guidelines were incorporated prior to the final review. A full discussion and a complete summary table of the requested changes by the Planning Commission and how each of the items are addressed, can be found within the March 17th agenda report. At the conclusion of

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the hearing, the Planning Commission was supportive of the revised ODS draft and text amendments. The Planning Commission unanimously adopted Resolution No. 25-015, recommending that the City Council approve the amendments as presented in the agenda report with minor, non-substantive changes. The Zoning Code amendments related to the Objective Design Standards and statutory requirements are included in Attachments 3, 4, and 5, and the Draft Objective Design Standards are included as Attachment 6, Exhibit D.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 26, 2026
On May 26, 2026, the City Council continued this item until a date uncertain.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 23, 2026
On June 23, 2026, the City Council considered the proposed amendments to the Brentwood Municipal Code for RZ25-001. After deliberation, the City Council, by a 5- 0 vote, introduced Ordinance No. 1098 and waived its first reading, with minor amendments including the addition section 2.6.4 Electric Transformers and an amendment to section 3.1 requiring playgrounds to include shade structures for RZ25-001.

CONCLUSION
Staff has incorporated the final changes to the Residential Objective Design Standards (July 2026) included in Attachment 6 and is requesting that the City Council adopt the Ordinance No. 1098, including the final Objective Design Standards and related Municipal Code amendments. This action is the culmination of a two-year plus work effort, and with adoption of the proposed Ordinance, all remaining tasks of the Focused Zoning Code Update will be complete. For a complete project description and analysis, see June 23, 2026 agenda report.

CITY COUNCIL STRATEGIC INITIATIVE
Focus Area 4: Community Development
Implement Zoning Ordinance update to maintain compliance with State law, including developing objective design standards (SB 330 compliance)

PREVIOUS ACTION
Previous action by the City Council is included in Attachment 1.

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DATE OF NOTICE
The City of Brentwood published a public hearing notice in the Brentwood Press on June 12, 2026.

ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq., as amended and implementing State CEQA Guidelines, 14 CCR §§ 15000, et seq. (collectively “CEQA”), the adoption of the Ordinance implementing the objective design standards and the Objective Design Standards for Residential and Mixed-Use Development (“the Ordinance”) does not constitute a “project” within the meaning of Public Resources Code Section 21065, or 14 CCR §§ 15060(c)(2) or 15378 because it has no potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment, or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. Even if the adoption of the Ordinance did constitute a project under CEQA, the objective design standards documents fall within the “common sense” exemption set forth in 14 CCR § 15061(b)(3), exempting projects from CEQA where “it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment…” The Ordinance does not authorize new development or increase the density or intensity of uses otherwise permitted.

Therefore, the Ordinance is not subject to further CEQA review.

ATTACHMENT(S)

1. Previous Actions

2. Ordinance 1098

3. Exhibit A – Chapter 17.825 (Objective Design Standards)

4. Exhibit B – Chapter 17.815 (By-Right Approval Process)

5. Exhibit C – Miscellaneous BMC Amendments

6. Exhibit D – Final Objective Design Standards for Residential and Mixed-Use Development (July 2026)

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PREVIOUS ACTION
Previous actions related to this agenda item that were taken by the Council are listed below. To view prior actions and materials, and Brentwood Municipal Code references in the staff report, as applicable:
 Visit www.brentwoodca.gov/meetings, and select the meeting date(s) desired to see the reference materials and videos.
 Visit www.brentwoodca.gov/municipalcode to research references to the Brentwood Municipal Code and search by the code section(s) cited.

On November 16 and 17, 2017, the City Council held workshops to discuss, deliberate, and direct staff on priorities and the allocation of financial resources for the development of a Strategic Plan initiative. The Council directed staff to initiate a comprehensive zoning ordinance update.

On February 27, 2018, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2018-21 to approve the FY 2018/19 and FY 2019/20 City of Brentwood Strategic Plan, including Strategic Initiative

4.1.c, preparation of a comprehensive zoning ordinance update which has been continued over the past few years into the current Strategic Plan FY 2022/23 – FY 2023/24 (Focus Area 4: Land Use Planning, Goal 1: Implement Zoning Ordinance update).

On June 9, 2020, by Resolution No. 2020-73, the City Council adopted the City’s 2020/21 – 2024/25 Capital Improvement Program (“CIP”), which includes the Zoning Ordinance Update, CIP Project No. 337-37228.

On January 24, 2023, the City Council provided direction on reinitiating the City’s Zoning Code Update, including a new focused and phased approach that is to be scaled down in size and focused into specific tasks.

On May 23, 2023, the City Council approved a Professional Services Agreement with De Novo Planning Group to prepare and complete the Focused Zoning Ordinance Update and Objective Design Standards.

On December 9, 2025, the City Council approved an amendment to extend the Professional Services Agreement with De Novo Planning Group to prepare and complete the Focused Zoning Ordinance Update and Objective Design Standards.

On May 26, 2026, the City Council held a public to consider the adoption of Objective Design Standards for Residential and Mixed-Use Development, as required by state law and the City’s Housing Element, and to establish procedures for their review, and continued the item to a date uncertain.

On June 23, 2026, following a public hearing, the City Council voted to introduce and waive the first reading of Ordinance No. 1098 to approve text amendments (RZ 25-001) to the Brentwood Municipal Code related to the adoption of Objective Design Standards for Residential and Mixed-Use Development including adding Chapter 17.825 - Objective Design Standards and Chapter 17.815 - By-Right Approval Process as well as other updates throughout the Municipal Code needed to comply with State law as required by the City’s Housing Element.

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ORDINANCE NO. 1098

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BRENTWOOD APPROVING A TEXT AMENDMENT (RZ 25-001) TO

AMEND THE BRENTWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO
OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS FOR RESIDENTIAL AND MIXEDUSE DEVELOPMENT TO COMPLY WITH STATE LAW AND IMPLEMENT THE CITY’S HOUSING ELEMENT
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 65800 et seq. provides for the adoption and amendment of zoning laws, ordinances, rules and regulations; and WHEREAS, City staff prepared a zoning text amendment (the “Ordinance”) that would adopt Objective Design Standards for Residential and Mixed-Use Development, as required by state law and the City’s Housing Element, and to establish procedures for their review; and
WHEREAS, on September 29, 2017, in an effort to address the State’s ongoing housing crisis, Governor Jerry Brown signed Senate Bill 35 into law, which amended Government Code Sections 65400 and 65582.1, and added Section 65913.4, requiring cities and counties to streamline their review and approval of eligible housing projects; and
WHEREAS, on October 9, 2019, in an effort to address the State’s ongoing housing crisis, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 330 into law, which amended Government Code Sections 65589.5 and 65941.1, limiting a jurisdiction’s ability to deny a housing project when it complies with all objective general plan and zoning standards; and
WHEREAS, on September 28, 2022, in an effort to address the State’s ongoing housing crisis, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 2011 into law, which amended Government Code Sections 65400 and 65585, and added Sections 65912.100-101, requiring jurisdictions to subject certain multifamily housing projects in commercial districts to a ministerial, streamlined approval process if the development satisfies specified objective planning standards; and WHEREAS, on October 11, 2023, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 423 into law, which amended and extended the streamlined ministerial approval process established by Senate Bill 35; and
WHEREAS, the City of Brentwood has committed to amending the Brentwood Municipal Code to provide regulations for residential and mixed-use objective design standards to ensure quality, economically feasible, and sustainable design under the streamlined review and approval processes required by State law; and WHEREAS, the City has complied with the requirements of the Local Planning and Zoning Law (Government Code Sections 65100, et seq.), and the City’s

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applicable ordinances and resolutions with respect to approval of amendments to Title 17 of the Brentwood Municipal Code (“Zoning Ordinance”); and WHEREAS, in an effort to comply with State Housing Streamlining Laws, an amendment to the City’s Zoning Ordinance regulating and implementing Objective Design Standards is proposed and attached hereto as provided in Exhibits “A,” “B,” and “C” and the Brentwood Objective Design Standards for Residential and MixedUse Development are attached hereto as Exhibit “D”; and WHEREAS, State Housing Element Law (Government Code Sections 65580, et seq.) requires that the City Council adopt a Housing Element for the eight-year period 2023-2031; and
WHEREAS, on February 13, 2024, the City Council approved Resolution No. 2024-16, which amended and approved a revised 2023-2031 Housing Element (“Housing Element”); and
WHEREAS, on April 12, 2024, the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) certified the Housing Element; and WHEREAS, the Housing Element included a program that required the City to review its Zoning Code and Residential Design Guidelines for subjective language and adopt modifications to promote objectivity related to the creation of objective residential design guidelines; and
WHEREAS, on September 16, 2025 and October 21, 2025, the Planning Commission conducted a duly and properly noticed public hearing to take public testimony and consider the Ordinance regarding the proposed Zoning Code amendments, the staff report and all attachments, and oral and written public comments, and continued the item; and
WHEREAS, on March 17, 2026, the Planning Commission held a duly-noticed public hearing to consider the staff report, recommendation by staff, and public testimony concerning this Ordinance. Following the public hearing, the Planning Commission found that the proposed Ordinance is consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan and voted to recommend that the City Council adopt the proposed Ordinance by a vote of 5-0; and
WHEREAS, the City published a notice of public hearing in the Brentwood Press on May 15, 2026, in accordance with City policies and Government Code Section 65090; and
WHEREAS, on May 26, 2026, the City Council continued the item to a date uncertain; and
WHEREAS, the City published a notice of public hearing in the Brentwood Press on June 12, 2026, in accordance with City policies and Government Code Section 65090; and

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WHEREAS, on June 23, 2026, the City Council held a duly-noticed public hearing to consider the Ordinance, including: (1) the public testimony and agenda reports prepared in connection with the Ordinance, (2) the policy considerations discussed therein, and (3) the consideration by the City’s Planning Commission; and WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of the Ordinance have occurred.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Recitals. The above recitals are incorporated into this Ordinance as though fully set forth herein.

SECTION 2. CEQA. The Project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21000, et seq., as amended and implementing State CEQA Guidelines, 14 CCR Sections 15000, et seq. (collectively “CEQA”), because the adoption of the Ordinance does not constitute a “project” within the meaning of Public Resources Code Section 21065, or 14 CCR Sections 15060(c)(2) or 15378, because it has no potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment, or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. Even if the adoption of the Ordinance did constitute a project under CEQA, the objective design standards documents fall within the “common sense” exemption set forth in 14 CCR Section 15061(b)(3), excluding projects where “it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment…” The Ordinance does not authorize new development or increase the density or intensity of uses otherwise permitted. Therefore, the Ordinance is not subject to further CEQA review.

SECTION 3. Rezoning. Brentwood Municipal Code Section 17.870.008 provides:

No rezoning of property or text amendment shall occur which is inconsistent with the city’s community development plan. In making a decision, the Planning Commission and Council shall consider the consistency of the proposed action to the community development plan and other applicable city plans, and shall consider whether the proposed action is inappropriate or otherwise contrary to the public interest.

The zoning text amendment is consistent with the General Plan, as amended from time to time, insomuch as it is responsive to the adopted Housing Element implementation Action H.1g: Residential Design Guidelines, which commits the City to reviewing the Residential Design Guidelines for subjective language and adopting modifications to promote objectivity. In addition, the proposed amendments will help to ensure quality, economic feasibility and sustainable design under the streamlined review and approval processes required by state law; including Senate Bill (“SB”) 35, SB 423, SB 330, Assembly Bill (“AB”) 2011 and other State laws.

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SECTION 4. Amendment. Specified sections, or portions of sections, of Title 17 of the Brentwood Municipal Code are hereby amended, as shown in Exhibits A, B, and C, attached hereto and incorporated herein. Exhibit A consists of new Chapter 17.825 (Objective Design Standards); Exhibit B consists of new Chapter

17.815 (By-Right Approval Process); and Exhibit C consists of miscellaneous amendments throughout the existing sections of the Brentwood Municipal Code that are reflected in strikethrough for deletions and underline for additions. In addition, the City Council adopts the proposed Brentwood Objective Design Standards for Residential and Mixed-Use Development, which are attached hereto as Exhibit D and incorporated herein. Portions of sections not listed in the attached exhibits are not modified and remain in full force and effect.

SECTION 5. Effective Date; Publication Date. This ordinance shall be published in accordance with Government Code Section 36933. This ordinance shall take effect 30 days after its adoption. The City Clerk is directed to cause the Brentwood Municipal Code to be modified accordingly.

THE FOREGOING ORDINANCE was introduced by title only with the first reading waived at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Brentwood held on the 23rd day of June 2026 by the following vote:

AYES: Maloney, Pierson, Mendoza, Oerlemans, Mayor Meyer NOES: None
ABSENT: None
RECUSE: None
THIS ORDINANCE was adopted by the City Council of the City of Brentwood, with the second reading waived, at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Brentwood held on the 28th day of July 2026, by the following vote:

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Chapter 17.825 Residential Objective Design Standards
§ 17.825.001. Purpose and Intent.
§ 17.825.002. Applicability.
§ 17.825.003. Relationship to Other Standards and Requirements. § 17.825.004. Exceptions.
§ 17.825.005. Review and Decision Procedure.
§ 17.825.006. Appeals.
§ 17.825.001. Purpose and Intent.

This chapter is intended to establish and apply objective design standards to new residential and mixed-use development projects within the City of Brentwood where state law limits the City's enforcement of design standards to objective standards or where state law or the Brentwood Municipal Code requires a by-right approval process, except for those projects described in Section

17.825.002(D). Projects subject to this chapter may request an exception from one or more objective design standards pursuant to Section 17.825.004, to the extent permitted by applicable state law. The purpose of this chapter is to:

A. Create high-quality, enforceable objective design standards.

B. Streamline the review and approval process for qualifying residential and mixed-use projects.

C. Ensure greater certainty for applicants, decision makers, residents, and the public.

D. Enhance the existing character of the city and maintain compatibility with other established uses within the City as new development and property improvements occur.

E. Continue to ensure the highest level of design quality while allowing for appropriate flexibility to create variation as needed.

F. Create objective design standards that involve no personal or subjective judgment and are verifiable by reference to an external and uniform benchmark or criterion.

G. Facilitate the implementation of the Brentwood General Plan.

H. Update standards on a timely basis to respond to new legislative actions. § 17.825.002. Applicability.

A. The provisions of this chapter shall apply to all new residential and mixed-use development projects located within the City of Brentwood, except as otherwise provided in subsection D.

B. The provisions of this chapter shall apply where state law or the Brentwood Municipal Code requires a by-right approval process.

C. The City of Brentwood Objective Design Standards for Residential and Mixed-Use Development are hereby adopted and incorporated by reference herein, as adopted by the City

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Council and amended from time to time.

D. Exempt Housing Projects. The provisions of this chapter are not applicable to:

1. Accessory dwelling units pursuant to Section 17.715.

2. Two-unit projects pursuant to Section 17.790.

3. Mixed-use projects with less than two-thirds of the building square footage dedicated to housing.
§ 17.825.003. Relationship to Other Standards and Requirements.

A. The City of Brentwood intends this chapter to establish reasonable, uniform and comprehensive standards and procedures for residential and mixed housing development within the City of Brentwood, consistent with and to the extent permitted under federal and California State law. The standards and procedures contained in this chapter are intended to, and should be applied to, protect and promote public health, safety and welfare, and also balance the benefits that flow from robust, comprehensive housing development with the City's local values, which include, without limitation, the aesthetic character of the City, its neighborhoods and community.

B. Whenever any provision of the zoning ordinance and any other provision of law including the Objective Design Standards, or any other ordinance or resolution, imposes overlapping or contradictory regulations or contains restrictions covering any of the same subject matter, that provision which is more restrictive or imposes higher standards shall control, except as expressly provided otherwise in this title. The provisions ofthis chapter are intended to support other chapters and design guidelines, including as noted below:

1. Standards for Applicable Zoning District. The Objective Design Standards supplement and are in addition to the development standards for the applicable zoning district in which a proposed project is located.

2. Subdivision Regulations. Title 16 establishes regulations for the subdivision of land throughout the City of Brentwood.

3. Relation to Other Regulations. Where a conflict occurs between the requirements of the Objective Design Standards and other City requirements, that provision which is more restrictive or imposes higher standards shall control, except as expressly provided otherwise in this title or as required by State law.

4. The Objective Design Standards provide language, diagrams, sketches, and graphics to assist developers and the public in understanding the standards and how they shall be applied to qualifying residential projects.
§ 17.825.004. Exceptions.

A. The purpose of these provisions is to establish a procedure by which a property owner may seek an exception of objective design standards as set forth in this chapter where standards are infeasible due to specific physical situations regarding the site or project, or where a unique design solution may be better suited to the site. It shall be the purpose of this procedure to allow justice, while preserving to the greatest possible extent the purposes and intent of the objective design standards.

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B. An exception application shall be prepared, submitted, and processed pursuant to Chapter

17.800. Applicants who request an exception from the objective design standards are required to obtain a discretionary approval and are not eligible for processing pursuant to Chapter

17.815, unless State law requires otherwise. By requesting a discretionary review, the applicant acknowledges and agrees that their project will not be subject to the processing requirements of SB 330. Applicants may be subject to review by the Planning Commission for otherwise by-right projects. In addition, applicants may be required to hold community meetings to get neighborhood input, to the extent permitted by applicable State law.

C. An exception from objective design standards as set forth in this chapter may be granted by the Planning Commission upon determination that all of the following findings can be made:

1. That strict compliance with the specified standard would result in practical difficulty or unnecessary hardship inconsistent with the purposes of the objective standards, due to unique physical or topographic circumstances or conditions of design; or alternatively that strict compliance would preclude an effective design solution improving livability, operational efficiency or appearance.

2. That strict compliance with the standard would deprive the applicant of privileges enjoyed by owners of similarly zoned property; or alternatively that strict compliance would preclude an effective design solution fulfilling the basic intent of the applicable regulations.

3. That if granted, the exception will not adversely affect the character, livability or appropriate development of abutting properties or the surrounding area, and will not be detrimental to the public welfare or contrary to adopted plans or development policy.

4. That the proposed development would be of a quality and character appropriate to, and serving to protect the value of, private and public investments in the immediate area.

5. The resulting architectural style of the structure would be complementary to and compatible with the architectural style of the existing homes in the immediate neighborhood. § 17.825.005. Review and Decision Procedure.

A. The community development director (or designee) shall be the review authority for any objective design review approval for projects subject to the objective design standards for byright permitting processes, as required by state law. Land use approval of any entitlement required in conjunction of the objective design review or for requests for exceptions shall be made by the review authority identified in Chapter 17.800 and/or Chapter 17.820, as applicable.

B. The applicant shall submit all materials to the City, including all materials required by checklists created for the review process to the appropriate body or person pursuant to Chapter

17.800 and the more specific provisions set forth in subsequent chapters for the specific entitlement.

C. The Planning Commission, or, when applicable, the community development director (or designee) shall evaluate the application based on the project's conformance with the objective development and design standards, as well as all applicable regulations of the zoning ordinance and other city ordinances, policies or resolutions.

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Commission, or, when applicable the community development director (or designee) may impose conditions of approval as deemed necessary to ensure that the application:

1. conforms to the General Plan and other applicable plans or policies adopted by the City Council and any additional discretionary approvals;

2. meets the requirements of the zoning district where the proposal islocated, as well as any other applicable provisions of the zoning regulations; and

3. complies with the Objective Design Standards as adopted within, or by reference in, Chapter 17.825.
§ 17.825.006. Appeals.

The design review for residential projects utilizing objective design standards are evaluated under the review processes as provided for by, and in conformance with, this chapter. The reviewing authority may restrict or deny a proposed residential design if it determines that the design is not consistent with the objective design standards. Any such restriction or denial shall be based on written findings identifying the objective standard or standards with which the project does not comply, to the extent required by applicable state law. Action of the Planning Commission, or, when applicable, the community development director (or designee) may be appealed pursuant to Chapter 17.880.

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Chapter 17.815

BY-RIGHT APPROVAL PROCESS
Sections

17.815.001 Purpose.

17.815.002 Definitions.

17.815.003 Eligibility for by-right approval.

17.815.004 Application requirements.

17.815.005 Review of application.

17.815.006 Affordable housing agreement.

17.815.007 Development standards.

17.815.008 Interpretation.

17.815.001. Purpose.

This Chapter specifies the process for reviewing uses entitled to review as a “use by right” by state law. In enacting this Chapter, it is also the intent of the City to implement the goals, objectives, and policies of the City’s Housing Element of the General Plan.

17.815.002. Definitions.

A. For purposes of this Chapter 17.815, “affordable rent” means the maximum allowable rent for a unit affordable to lower income households, equal to one-twelfth (1/12th) of thirty percent (30%) of sixty percent (60%) of area median income adjusted for assumed household size of one person in a studio affordable unit, two persons in a one-bedroom affordable unit, three persons in a two-bedroom affordable unit, and one additional person for every additional bedroom; or as determined by the financing for the project, such as rents established for projects receiving tax credits.

B. “Low barrier navigation center” shall have the meaning set forth in Section 17.030.030.

C. “Low-income household” shall have the meaning set forth in Section 17.725.002.

D. “Permanent supportive housing” means housing as defined in Government Code Section 65650(a) serving the target population as defined in Government Code Section 65650(c) that meets all of the requirements of Government Code Section 65650, et seq., or successor provision and contains no more than 50 units.

E. “Rent” means the total of monthly payments by the tenant of an affordable unit for: (1) use and occupancy of the affordable unit and all facilities associated with the affordable unit, including but not limited to parking, bicycle storage, storage lockers, and use of all common areas; (2) any separately charged fees or service charges assessed which are required of all tenants of units in the project, except security deposits; and (3) an allowance for utilities paid by the tenant.

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17.815.003. Eligibility for By-Right Approval.

The following uses are eligible for by-right approval:

A. Housing development projects located on sites zoned Planned Development 49 (PD-49) Subarea B where:

1. Twenty percent of the total number of housing units in the project are proposed to be available for rent to lower income households at affordable rent or affordable housing cost, as applicable; and

2. No subdivision is required for the housing development.

B. Permanent supportive housing and low barrier navigation centers.

C. All other uses eligible for “by-right” approval under state law.

17.815.004. Application Requirements.

An applicant for a housing development project eligible for by-right approval shall submit an application for design review approval as required by Chapter 17.820. All housing development projects shall comply with all objective design standards applicable to the zoning district and project type, as set forth in Chapter 17.825. No conditional use permit, planned unit development permit, or other discretionary review or approval may be required.

17.815.005. Review of Application.

A. The application for design review approval shall be reviewed as provided in Section 17.820 by the community development director (or designee) subject to appeal as provided in Section 17.820.007.

B. As provided by Government Code Section 65583.2(i), the housing development project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act. Review of the housing development project shall be limited to conformance with objective standards established by the general plan, zoning ordinance, and design guidelines.

C. Permanent supportive housing shall be reviewed consistent with the provisions of Government Code Section 65650 et seq.

D. Low barrier navigation centers shall be reviewed consistent with the provisions of Government Code Section 65660 et seq.

E. An eligible by-right housing development project that is “housing for very low, low-, or moderate-income households,” as that term is defined in state law governing the Housing Accountability Act (Government Code Section 65589.5 or successor statute), may be denied only if the decision-making body can make written findings, based upon a preponderance of the evidence in the record, that the project falls within one of the specifically enumerated findings set forth in that statute.

17.815.006. Affordable Housing Agreement.

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A. The applicant shall enter into a binding affordable housing agreement or restrictive covenant consistent with Chapter 17.725 (Affordable Housing), and as described below, with the City, which sets forth the conditions and guidelines to be met regarding the affordable housing included in the project, including but not limited to the type, size and location of each affordable unit; the eligible occupants; affordable rents; phasing of the affordable units in relation to the market-rate units; and other relevant provisions approved by the City Attorney.

B. The affordable housing agreement with the City shall run with the land and shall be prepared in a form approved by the City Attorney, to be executed by the City Manager, or their designee. The agreement shall require the continued affordability of all rental units that qualified the applicant for by-right approval for a minimum of fifty-five (55) years.

Rents for the affordable units shall be set at an affordable rent.

C. The executed affordable housing agreement shall be recorded against the housing development prior to final or parcel map approval, or prior to issuance of building permits for the housing development, whichever is earliest. The affordable housing agreement shall be binding on all future owners and successors in interest.

17.815.007. Development Standards.

A. Building permits and final inspections or certificates of occupancy shall be issued concurrently for the market rate units and for the affordable units that qualified the project for by-right approval, so that the affordable units comprise the required percentage of total units.

B. All affordable units within a residential development shall be comparable to the marketrate units in exterior design, quality, materials, architectural elements and overall construction quality, as well as number and proportion of bedroom types. In addition, all affordable units shall include the same or similar interior amenities offered for market-rate units within a residential development. Affordable units shall be dispersed throughout the residential development so as to prevent the concentration of affordable units.

C. To comply with fair housing laws, the affordable units shall contain the same proportional mix of bedroom sizes as the market-rate units. In mixed-income buildings, the occupants of the affordable units shall have the same access to the common entrances and to the common areas, parking, and amenities of the project as the occupants of the market-rate housing units, and the affordable units shall be located throughout the building and not isolated on one floor or to an area on a specific floor.

D. All housing development projects shall comply with all objective design standards applicable to the zoning district and project type, as set forth in Chapter 17.825 (Residential Objective Design Standards).

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17.815.008. Interpretation.

This chapter is intended to supplement, and shall be construed in a manner consistent with, applicable state housing laws. If any portion of this chapter conflicts with any applicable state law, state law shall prevail. All statutory references in this chapter shall be deemed to include any future amendments or successor provisions.

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Chapter 17.100 Residential Zones – General Regulations
§ 17.100.003. Design and site development review required.

A. Design and site development review shall be required pursuant to Chapter 17.820 for each new housing unit, including a single-family dwelling, duplex, triplex, townhouse, multiple residential dwelling or mobile home.

B. The city council may, through resolution, delegate to the planning department design and site development review for certain types or categories of residential projects.

C. Except as set forth in Subsection D below or prohibited by state law due to procedural timelines, prior to the granting of design and site development review by the planning department, written notification of the pending application shall be given to the planning commission. If any member of the planning commission requests, within five days of receipt of the notification, that a pending application be considered by the commission, such application shall be scheduled at the next regularly scheduled meeting.

D. To the extent that state law prohibits the City from requiring a discretionary design review process for certain residential development projects, such projects shall nevertheless comply with all objective design standards applicable to the zoning district and project type, as set forth in Chapter 17.825 or in any other applicable provisions of this title. Compliance with such standards shall be reviewed through a process consistent with state law pursuant to Chapter 17.815.
§ 17.100.004. Design criteria—Single-family residence.

A. All housing units shall be designed in accordance with all objective design standards applicable to the zoning district and project type, as set forth in Chapter 17.825 (Residential Objective Design Standards) which shall apply to all residential and mixed-use projects.

B. All housing units shall have a minimum overall width and depth of twenty feet.

C. Exterior building material shall be of the type customarily used on conventional housing and shall be compatible with the existing homes in the immediate neighborhood. Recommended siding material includes all types of board; plywood a minimum of one-half inch thick class 303 or 303-6 only with approved stain or paint application, and the use of hot dipped galvanized nails only; stucco; brick, stone, cultured stone; shake or shingle which has been pressure treated at the mill.

D. The architectural style of the structure shall be complimentary to and compatible with the architectural style of the existing homes in the immediate neighborhood.

E. All siding material shall extend to a maximum of ten inches from the finish grade of the lot.

F. All roofing material shall be of the type customarily used on conventional housing and shall be compatible with the existing homes in the immediate neighborhood. Recommended roofing material includes all types of tile; composition which is a thick butt architectural; and cedar shake or shingle which has been pressure treated at the mill.

G. All roofs shall have a minimum twelve-inch eave overhang and shall have a pitch of not less

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than a four-inch vertical rise for each twelve-inch horizontal run.

C. All materials shall be installed in accordance with the Uniform Building Code (UBC) and manufacturer's specifications.

D. All housing units shall have an enclosed two-car garage having an inside clear width of eighteen feet and depth of twenty feet. Garages shall be constructed with material identical to or compatible with the external material of the housing unit. Garage doors shall have a minimum width of sixteen feet except where two doors are provided, in which case the doors shall have a minimum width of eight feet. A garage facing a street shall be set back not less than twenty feet measured from the property line to the center of the garage door.

E. The floor elevation of the housing unit shall be a maximum of twenty-four inches above the finish grade of the lot or be compatible with the immediate neighborhood.

E. All housing units shall comply with the minimum setback standards established for the singlefamily residential zone in which the unit is located.

F. Front yards and unfenced side yards adjacent to a street shall be landscaped in conformance with the standards set forth in Sections 17.630.008(H) through (N). Landscaping shall be installed within eighteen months of occupancy of that housing unit.

Chapter 17.280 DT (Downtown) Zone
§ 17.280.002. Downtown specific plan.

The downtown specific plan establishes the primary means of regulating land use and development within the specific plan area. It also establishes the primary means of planning city actions and investments in support of the growth of the downtown. The regulations contained within the downtown specific plan replace land use and development regulations previously contained within the city of Brentwood's zoning ordinance for this district. Except as provided in Chapter 17.825, which shall prevail where applicable, the provisions of the downtown specific plan shall control, Iin the event of any instance of conflicting regulations with other municipal planning documents containing policies for land use and development in the downtown specific plan area. the downtown specific plan document shall control. The downtown specific plan document does not replace or augment regulations pertaining to issues of building safety codes or other nonplanningrelated codes. All applications for new constructions, substantial modifications to existing buildings, and for changes in land use, shall be reviewed for conformance with the policies contained in the downtown specific plan.

Chapter 17.290 BB (Brentwood Boulevard) Zone
§ 17.290.003. Brentwood Boulevard specific plan.

The Brentwood Boulevard specific plan (BBSP) establishes the primary means of regulating land use and development within the BB zone. It also establishes the primary means of planning city actions and investments in support of the growth and redevelopment of Brentwood Boulevard. The regulations contained within the BBSP replace land use and development regulations previously contained within this title for applicable properties. Except as provided in Chapter 17.825, which

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shall prevail where applicable, the provisions of the BBSP shall control in the event of any instance of conflicting regulations with other municipal planning documents containing policies for land use and development in the BB zone, the BBSP and this chapter shall control. The BBSP and this chapter do not replace or augment regulations pertaining to issues of building safety codes or other nonplanning related codes. All applications for new construction, substantial modifications to existing buildings, and for changes in land use, shall be reviewed for conformance with the BBSP.

Chapter 17.295 PA-1 (Priority Area One) Zone
§ 17.295.003. Brentwood Boulevard Priority Area One specific plan.

The PA-1 SP establishes the primary means of regulating land use and development within the PA-1 zone. It also establishes the primary means of planning city actions and investments in support of the growth and redevelopment of the area within the PA-1 zone. The provisions of the PA-1 SP replace land use and development regulations previously contained within this title for applicable properties. Except as provided in Chapter 17.825, which shall prevail where applicable, the provisions of the PA-1 SP shall control the event of any instance of conflicting regulations with other municipal planning documents containing policies for land use and development in the PA1 zone, the PA-1 SP and this chapter shall control. The PA-1 SP and this chapter do not replace or augment regulations pertaining to issues of building safety codes or other non-planning related codes. All applications for new construction, substantial modifications to existing buildings, and for changes in land use, shall be reviewed for conformance with the PA-1 SP.

Chapter 17.450 Planned Development Zones – General Regulations § 17.450.005. Regulations for lot area, density, yards, height and related matters.

The development regulations, except as provided in Chapter 17.825, which shall apply to all residential and mixed-use projects, shall be specified within the regulations adopted for the specific planned development zone. Deviation from those regulations shall be permitted only through zoning text amendment or the grant of a variance.

Chapter 17.800 Administrative Procedures and Permits
§ 17.800.001. Title and purpose of provisions.

A. Title. The provisions of this article shall be known as the "administrative procedure and permits regulations" of this title.

B. Purpose. The purpose of these provisions is to provide administrative and legislative procedures for the review of plans, the processing and review of applications for consideration and relief under this title, for appeal procedure with respect to zoning administrator and commission determinations and interpretations, and ordinance amendment procedures. Byright permitting processes, as required by state law, may require an applicant to obtain an administrative approval to verify compliance with existing Zoning regulations and objective design standards applicable to the zoning district and project type, as set forth in Chapter

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17.825.
§ 17.800.013. Procedures and permits enumerated.

The following permits or other procedures or entitlements may be used to accomplish the purposes of this title:

A. Chapter 17.810, Development Agreements;
B. Chapter 17.815 By-Right Approval Process
C. Chapter 17.820, Design and Site Development Review;
D. Chapter 17.825, Residential Objective Design Standards E. Chapter 17.830, Conditional Use Permit;
F. Chapter 17.840, Home Occupation Permit;
G. Chapter 17.850, Temporary Use Permit;
H. Chapter 17.860, Variance;
I. Chapter 17.870, Zoning Ordinance Amendment;
J. Chapter 17.880, Appeal;
K. Chapter 17.890, Enforcement and Penalties.
(Ord. 408, 1987)
Chapter 17.820 Design and Site Development Review
§ 17.820.001. Title and purpose of provisions.

A. Title. The provisions of this chapter shall be known as the "design and site development review procedure" of this title.

B. Purpose. The purpose of these regulations is to allow design and site development review of all developments, signs, buildings, structures and other facilities constructed or modified in any zone where design and site development review is required in order thereby to foster a good design character through consideration of aesthetic and functional relationships to surrounding development, and in order to further enhance the city's appearance, and the livability and usefulness of properties.

The purpose of the planning commission or community development director (or designee) in the design and site development review process is to recognize the interdependence of land values and aesthetics, and to provide a method by which the city may implement this interdependence to its benefit, and to the benefit of its individual citizens. It is also the purpose of the planning commission or community development director (or designee) to preserve and enhance the beauty and environmental amenities of the city by:

1. Stimulating creative design;

2. Encouraging the innovative use of materials, methods and techniques;

3. Preserving balance and harmony;

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4. Integrating the functions, appearance, and locations of buildings and improvements, including parking, so as to best achieve a balance between private prerogatives and preferences and the public interest and welfare.
(Ord. 408, 1987; Ord. 663 § 1, 2001; Ord. 1084, 3/11/2025) § 17.820.002. Applicability of provisions.

This procedure shall apply to all proposals for which design and site development review is required by provisions of this title except that approval of a conditional use permit shall satisfy the requirement for design and site development review provided the criteria set forth herein was part of the conditional use permit consideration and so specified as a condition of approval. By-right permitting processes pursuant to Chapter 17.815, as required by state law, may require an applicant to obtain an administrative approval to verify compliance with existing zoning regulations and objective design standards applicable to the zoning district and project type, as set forth in Chapter

17.825.
(Ord. 408, 1987)
§ 17.820.003. Exemptions.

A. Design and site development review shall not be required in the case of:

1. Minor additions to, and remodeling of, existing structures which do not involve a change in the site design and provided that the zoning administrator has approved a "certificate of compatibility" certifying that the proposed addition or remodeling complies with the design criteria set forth in Section 17.820.007.

2. Two-unit housing developments and urban lot splits, which shall comply with the provisions of Chapters 16.169 and 17.797, as applicable. § 17.820.005. Architectural review authority—Design standards and guidelines.

The members of the Brentwood planning commission, as appointed by the city council, or the community development director (or designee) shall have the authority to review, conditionally approve and disapprove architectural plans, drawings and sketches. The community development director (or other ministerial authority) may review projects that are exempt under state law from discretionary review. Such projects may be reviewed pursuant to Chapter 17.815 to verify compliance with existing zoning regulations and objective design standards applicable to the zoning district and project type, as set forth in Chapter 17.825.

The city council shall adopt objective design standards for residential projects as set forth in Chapter 17.825 and design guidelines for commercial and industrial projects, all of which shall be applied by the planning commission, the community development director, and on appeal, the city council, in reviewing applications for development. Said standards and guidelines are to be set forth in pictorial and/or narrative form and may illustrate undesirable as well as desirable examples of design. Documents containing the standards and guidelines shall be available for public reference in the community development department.
(Ord. 408, 1987; Ord. 663 § 1, 2001; Ord. 1084, 3/11/2025) § 17.820.006. Review process.

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A. The planning commission shall review and act on architectural plans concurrently with any other land use permit or entitlement application submitted to the city, such as a conditional use permit or tentative parcel or tract map.

B. The planning commission may delegate specific types of projects to the community development director for review and action.

C. The community development director (or designee) may review projects that are exempt under state law from discretionary review. Such project may be reviewed pursuant to Chapter

17.815 to verify compliance with existing zoning regulations and objective design standards applicable to the zoning district and project type, as set forth in Chapter 17.825. § 17.820.007. Design and site review criteria.

The planning commission, community development director, and on appeal the city council, in consideration of all applications for design and site development review shall determine whether the proposed project conforms to the following criteria:

A. The proposed development shall comply with all applicable design criteria or standards set out in this title or other city ordinance including those set forth in Chapter 17.825the City's Objective Design Standards for Residential and Mixed-Use Projects (including interim standards as adopted by the city council through ordinance 1060) and the City's Commercial and Industrial Design Guidelines;
B. Where the proposed development is located in an area for which a specific plan, planned development, neighborhood plan or precise plan has been adopted by the city council, the design of the development shall conform in all significant respects with such plans; C. The proposed development shall conform with all requirements for landscaping, screening, parking, usable open space and off-street loading as set forth in this title; D. All applicable regulations of the zoning ordinance and other city ordinances, policies or resolutions.
(Ord. 408, 1987; Ord. 663 § 1, 2001; Ord. 1084, 3/11/2025)

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Adopted July 28, 2026, Ord. 1098

FOR R ES I D EN T I A L &

MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT

CITY OF

BRENTWOOD

OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS

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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

CITY COUNCIL

PLANNING COMMISSION

CITY STAFF
Susannah Meyer Mayor
Pa’tanisha Pierson Vice Mayor
Faye Maloney Council Member
Jovita Mendoza Council Member
Tony Oerlemans Council Member
Rod Flohr Chairperson
Kristopher Brand Vice Chairperson
Gerald Johnson Commissioner
Jeremy Jones Commissioner
Anita Roberts Commissioner
Terrance Davis Acting City Manager
Thomas Lloyd Smith City Attorney
Alexis Morris Director of Community Development
Erik Nolthenius Planning Manager
Jennifer Hagen Principal Planner

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PREPARED FOR

PREPARED BY

ADOPTED BY
City of Brentwood
150 City Park way,
Brentwood, CA 94513
Ordinance 1098
JZMK Partners
3080 Bristol Ave, Suite 350
Costa Mesa, CA 92626

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CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Purpose. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

1.2 Organization. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

1.3 Applicability. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

1.4 User Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

1.5 Relationship With General Plan & Zoning Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

1.6 Terminology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 2 SITE PLANNING

2.1 Project . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

2.2 Edge Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

2.3 Block Size & Structure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

2.4 Usable Open Space. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

2.5 Public Open Space. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

2.6 Single Family Subdivisions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

2.7 Two Unit Housing Development & Urban Lot Splits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 3 SITE DESIGN

3.1 Shared & Private Open Space. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

3.2 Vehicular Access & Parking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

3.3 Bicycle Circulation & Parking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

3.4 Pedestrian Access & Circulation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

3.5 Site Lighting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 4 BUILDING DESIGN

4.1 Massing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

4.2 Building Orientation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

4.3 Step-Backs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

4.4 Articulation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

4.5 Façade Design. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

4.6 Ground Floor Uses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

4.7 End Units. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

4.8 Window Alignment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

4.9 Street Facing Transparency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

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4.10 Noise And Odor Attenuation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

4.11 Entry Typologies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

4.12 Utilities, Service Areas & Building Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 5 ARCHITECTURAL STYLES

5.1 Overview And Applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

5.2 Spanish. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110

5.3 Mediterranean. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

5.4 Ranch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

5.5 Craftsman. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132

5.6 Queen Anne. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

5.7 Italianate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144

5.8 Colonial. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 6 LANDSCAPE

6.1 Landscape Materials & Vegetation (S,M,L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159

6.2 Irrigation (S,M,L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164

6.3 Fire Hazard (S,M,L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166

6.4 Hardscape (S,M,L). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167

6.5 Walls & Fencing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168

6.6 Landscape Lighting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170

6.7 Site Furnishings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174

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INTRODUCTION

1.1 PURPOSE

1.2 ORGANIZATION

1.3 APPLICABILITY

1.4 USER GUIDE

1.5 RELATIONSHIP WITH GENERAL PLAN & ZONING CODE

1.6 TERMINOLOGY

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1.1 Purpose

1.1.1 Overview
The development of new residential and mixed-use projects in the City of Brentwood (hereafter referred to as the “City”) is guided by a long-standing commitment to high-quality design, community character, and a strong sense of place. Historically, development has been regulated through a coordinated framework of planning and regulatory documents, including the General Plan, the Zoning Ordinance, and a range of topic-specific regulations and design guidelines. These documents reflect both Brentwood’s unique cultural roots and its evolution as a growing Bay Area community seeking to balance change with continuity.

Brentwood’s identity is deeply shaped by its agricultural heritage and rich history. Long before European settlement, the area now known as Brentwood was home to several Native American tribes, including the Tuchiyunes, Acalanes, Bologones, and Caruinez, who established communities along the region’s fertile soils. In 1772, Spanish soldiers exploring the Mount Diablo area settled what became known as Los Meganos Rancho. The Rancho was later sold in 1837 to Dr. John Marsh, the first American citizen of what would become Contra Costa County. Dr. Marsh built the first permanent home in the area in 1851, which still remains at its original location on the outskirts of the City.

The arrival of the railroad marked a turning point, transforming Brentwood into an organized town. As rail lines expanded across the Marsh Ranch, land was donated to establish a town site, and Brentwood took shape as a recognizable community. By the late nineteenth century, the area had become a major agricultural center and one of the largest shipping points for wheat and barley between New Orleans and San Francisco. In the early twentieth century, the construction of a major irrigation system further diversified local agriculture, solidifying Brentwood’s reputation as a thriving farming community. Today, agriculture remains an important part of the City’s identity, with working farms still located on the outskirts of town and seasonal harvests drawing visitors from across the region.

As Brentwood has grown, development has expanded outward from its historic downtown core, which remains a focal point of older commercial and residential buildings that embody the City’s small-town character. While new neighborhoods and mixed-use districts have been introduced to accommodate population growth, the City has consistently emphasized the importance of preserving its rural atmosphere, human-scaled development patterns, and visual continuity. One of the City’s long-standing General Plan goals is to create and maintain a strong sense of place by preserving and enhancing Brentwood’s identity and small-town qualities. 1 INTRODUCTION

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This philosophy was historically reflected in the City’s residential design guidelines, which were adopted to articulate community expectations, encourage thoughtful architecture, and ensure that new development respects the past while embracing future growth. These original guidelines emphasized consistent high-quality residential development, pedestrianoriented neighborhoods, visual continuity balanced with architectural diversity, and the sensitive integration of higher-density housing types. They also stressed the importance of high-quality materials, durable construction, and attentive architectural and landscape details, including porches, roof overhangs, mature landscaping, and articulated building forms.

In recent years, the regulatory context for housing development in California has changed significantly.

The passage of several state housing laws—including Senate Bill (SB) 35, SB 330, SB 6, and Assembly Bill (AB) 2011—has introduced new requirements to streamline housing approvals and limit discretionary review for qualifying projects. Under these statutes, cities must approve eligible housing proposals through ministerial processes, provided that such projects comply with applicable objective standards.

In response, the City of Brentwood has chosen to adopt Objective Design Standards (ODS) as a modernized extension of its long-standing design values. These standards translate the community’s historic design principles into clear, measurable, and consistently applied rules that can be used in a ministerial review context. In doing so, the City seeks to preserve the spirit and intent of its original guidelines while aligning with state law requirements for objectivity, predictability, and legal defensibility.

The Objective Design Standards are intended to facilitate housing production efficiently while maintaining the high design quality long expected by the community. They provide a transparent framework for evaluating residential and mixed-use projects, ensuring that development continues to reinforce neighborhood character, promote pedestrian-oriented environments, and contribute to cohesive community design. By articulating measurable requirements rather than subjective preferences, the City strengthens the defensibility of its regulations and demonstrates that its standards are reasonable, proportionate, and aligned with state housing mandates.

Ultimately, the Objective Design Standards represent an evolution of Brentwood’s planning legacy.

They build upon the City’s historic commitment to thoughtful design, respect for community character, and high-quality development, while responding pragmatically to contemporary legal and housing challenges. Through this approach, Brentwood seeks to continue welcoming new residents, supporting housing diversity, and fostering growth that honors its agricultural roots, historic downtown, and enduring small-town identity.

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1.1.2 Goals
The purpose of these Objective Design Standards is to require high-quality single-family, multifamily, and mixed-use residential development through a clear set of rules that are understandable to the general public, City staff, and the development community. The three primary goals of these standards are to:

The three primary goals of these standards are to:
a. Preserve the character of Brentwood’s neighborhoods by balancing the form and design of existing development with new construction techniques and styles. b. Encourage human-scaled buildings that promote high quality site and building design. c. Emphasize a pedestrian-oriented environment where buildings and public realm design are cohesive and complementary of a diverse range of uses. d. Establish clear, objective, and consistently applied design requirements that help demonstrate the City’s standards are reasonable, predictable, and aligned with state law, thereby strengthening the City’s legal defensibility in the review and approval of housing projects.

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1.2 Organization
The Objective Design Standards ar organized, starting with an introduction, in six sections:

1. Introduction

2. Site Planning

3. Site Design

4. Building Design

5. Architectural Styles

6. Landscape
The Purpose subsection outlines the high-level goals of the section through subsections that organize one or more design standards to regulate specific design guidance. Additionally, the purpose of the ODS draws from Goals and Policies of the Brentwood General Plan. The design guidance is provided for each subsection with an intent statement that outlines General Plan and other planning policies and specific intent of the standards that follow.

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1.3 Applicability

1.3.1 Applicable Project Types
These Objective Design Standards apply to all new construction projects that meet the following criteria:

1. Single-family projects. Defined as a project consisting of single-family residential uses with detached dwelling units.

2. Multi-family projects. Defined as a project consisting of multifamily residential uses with two (2) or more attached dwelling unitse.

3. Mixed-use projects, featuring a combination of residential and other uses with the residential use at a minimum density of 6.5 dwelling units per acre.

All other project types including commercial-only projects and interior renovations less than 30% of floor area are not subject to these objective design standards but must satisfy existing development standards in the Zoning Code.

1.3.2 Exceptions & Exemptions
All applicable projects are required to comply with Objective Design Standards. Should a project not be able to or choose not to adhere to the Objective Design Standards, approvals through the Excemptions process may be requested.

Excemptions: See Brentwood Municipal Code Title 17: Chapter 17.825.004

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1.4 User Guide
The Objective Design Standards are intended for residents, property and business owners, developers, builders, architects, designers, and City staff involved in the review and approval of single-family, multi-family, and mixed-use developments within the City. The following steps are a quick way to understand the different sections of the document and how to use it.

Step 1: Review the Site Planning & Site Design Standards.

Site Planning involves a careful analysis of the opportunities and constraints of the site, including but not limited to existing features including mature trees, topography, drainage patterns, easements, and other dedications, including public rights-of-way, open space, and stormwater buffers. The components of site development extend beyond building placement and configuration, including surrounding uses, retaining walls, landscape design, hardscape considerations, and parking.

The Site Design Standards outline several requirements on these topics.

Step 2: Review the Building Design Standards.

While new projects need not copy existing development, their mass and scale shall respect adjacent building context and uses. The Building Design standards establish requirements on these issues. These standards apply no matter which style is being utilized for the project design.

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Step 3: Review the Architectural Style Standards.

The design and detailing of buildings are paramount to a quality environment, and the City is committed to authentic expressions of architectural style. Architectural design elements and materials shall be consistent throughout the project, recognizing that a building is 3-dimensional and must be well designed on all sides. Detailing, materials, window and door choices shall reinforce the overall project design. To provide guidance on architectural styles, the architectural standards offer a menu of elements and traditional details in which individual buildings may be designed.

The selected styles are based on prevailing designs in Brentwood’s neighborhoods, specific plan areas and City planned development. Additional feedback has been provided from community outreach and an online survey to provide a range of appropriate styles.

The styles are as follows:
• Spanish
• Mediterranean
• Ranch
• Craftsman
• Queen Anne
• Colonial
• Italianate
Within each style section, a description of various elements related to roof forms, windows, decorative details, and other topics are provided. The Architectural Style standards require certain elements, while other elements may be selected from a menu of options.

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Step 4: Review the Mixed-Use Development Standards, if applicable.

For developments that incorporate a commercial component in addition to residential housing, the Mixed-Use Development Standards, located at the end of each chapter of Architectural Style, provide direction on the design of storefronts, types of decorative accents, and other relevant topics. Mixed-use proposals shall be consistent with these standards.

Step 5: Review the Brentwood Municipal Code and consult with Community Development Staff.

All developments must comply with the subdivision, land development, and zoning regulations contained in Titles 16 and 17 of the Brentwood Municipal Code. Applicants should consult with Community Development Department staff for assistance in understanding and complying with these regulations.

Step 6: Consult with the Community Development Planning Division It is highly recommended for prospective applicants to obtain and become familiar with the application and submittal requirements for a project prior to a formal submittal. Additionally, the Community Development Department offers a Conceptual Project Review (CPR) service that is available to the public. A CPR application allows applicants to receive staff review from various departments prior to a formal application submittal.

The Brentwood Municipal Code establishes required procedures for submitting and reviewing development applications. Applicants should consult with Community Development Department staff for assistance with these procedures and requirements.

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1.5 Relationship With General Plan & Zoning
Code
The Objective Design Standards in this document work as a baseline, creating citywide standards that apply to all new single family, multi-family and mixed-use residential projects. This document shall work in tandem with the Brentwood Municipal Code or guideline documents, including but not limited to the City’s General Plan, Zoning Code and Planned Developments. Any design standards from the ODS shall supercede those in the General Plan, or Zoning Code, if there are conflicting guidelines or regulations unless otherwise approved by the Director of Community Development.
• General Plan. The General Plan contains objective standards related to development density for all land uses in the City. The Objective Design Standards in this document are consistent with the General Plan and dictate the bulk, mass, and design of buildings in a more finegrained way than the General Plan. • Zoning. Titles 16 (Subdivisions and Land Development) and 17 (Zoning) of the Brentwood Municipal Code, and applicable Specific Plans contain objective standards including setback, height, parking, and open space requirements. These district-by-district standards will continue to dictate basic development standards, and the Objective Design Standards will apply in addition to these requirements, providing refinement in terms of site and building design. • Other Municipal Code Sections. The City also maintains and enforces standards including but not limited to stormwater drainage, roadway and traffic requirements, sewer, water and standards for working within the public right-of-way to install sidewalks, street trees, and lighting. These standards will continue to apply and will supercede any conflict with the ODS. • Building Standards Codes. All construction in the State of California is subject to the California Building Standards Codes which dictate health, safety, and energy and water efficiency standards for new and remodeled structures. Refer to Title 15 of City of Brentwood Municipal Code for additional specifications and requirements. These standards will continue to apply and will supercede any conflict with the ODS.
• Standard Plans & Specifications and Engineering Procedures Manual. All public and private site improvements are designed and constructed in accordance with the Standard Plans and Specifications providing a framework for consistent, safe, efficient, and high-quality construction and maintenance of public and private infrastructure. These standards will continue to apply and will supercede any conflict with the ODS.

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1.6 Terminology
The following terminology is applicable to the Objective Design Standards and can be found within the ODS document. Definitions of terms found below apply only to this document and will take precedence over the Brentwood Municipal Code in cases of conflict, but only within the context of this document. Additional definitions that may be applicable to the ODS document may be found within the City of Brentwood Municipal Code.

Active Frontage: Active frontages are building frontages with active uses where there is visual engagement between those in the street and those on the ground floor. Active uses include retail stores, restaurants, markets, galleries, libraries, community centers,common areas and offices that generate high pedestrian traffic throughout the day.

Alley: A public thoroughfare used as a secondary vehicular means of access.

Arcade: A series of arches supported by columns or piers, typically forming a covered walkway or passage.

Arched Lintel: A structural element above an opening, like a door or window, that is shaped as an arch to support the weight of the wall above.

Back-of-walk: The edge of a sidewalk that is furthest away from an adjacent road, or closest to the extent of the right-of-way.

Belvedere: Architectural structure, often a small tower or rooftop pavilion, designed to provide a panoramic view.

Block Length: The length of a parcel or series of parcels measuring from the edge of one public right-of-way or public access easement to another.

Board and Batten Siding: A wall cladding system consisting of wide vertical boards with narrower strips (battens) covering the seams between the boards.

Brackets: Projecting supports attached to the wall or eaves that help support roof overhangs or decorative elements.

Building Envelope: the physical separator between the conditioned and unconditioned environment of a building including the resistance to air, water, heat, light, and noise transfer.

Building Façade Full Break: A significant interruption or separation in the façade, including a passageway, courtyard, or a change in building height that visually and structurally divides the building.

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Building Frontage Components Terminology: There are three zones that make up the space between a street’s curb to the building face. A fourth zone, the vehicle throughway, is where movement of autos and bikes occur.

1. Frontage/Setback Zone: Located on private property, providing a transition or buffer between buildings and the public realm and allows people to access buildings without interfering with pedestrian movement.

2. Pedestrian Clear Zone: Located in public right-of-way or a public access easement, this zone is where movement of people is the priority. Sidewalks or other hardscape surfaces meant for foot traffic are its defining component.

3. Buffer Zone: Located in public right-of-way or a public access easement, this zone is where street trees, traffic control devices, and lighting are located, and provides a buffer between where people walk and the street.

4. Vehicle Throughway: Space intended for parking, drop-off or movement of mobile traffic, be it vehicular, personal electric transportation or bicycles.

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Building frontage in public and private streets shall be designed in accordance with the zones illustrated below:

FIGURE 1.1 RESIDENTIAL FRONTAGE
R.O.W.

PUBLIC FRONTAGE
LOT

PRIVATE FRONTAGE
s a b c
FIGURE 1.2 MIXED-USE FRONTAGE
R.O.W.

PUBLIC FRONTAGE
LOT

PRIVATE FRONTAGE
s a b c
Frontage/Setback Zone
Pedestrian Clear Zone
Buffer Zone
a c Vehicle Throughway
s b
TABLE 1.1: REQUIRED PUBLIC OPEN SPACE

VEHICLE THROUGHWAY
• Street Parking
• Bike Lanes
• Loading/Drop-Off Zones
• Parklets
• Bus Stops
R.O.W. PEDESTRIAN REALM

PEDESTRIAN

CLEAR ZONE BUFFER ZONE
• Sidewalk • Street Trees/Planting
• Street Lighting
• Seating
• Bike Parking
• Public Art
• Outdoor Dining
• Bus Shelters
• Utilities (e.g., hydrants)

FRONTAGE/SETBACK ZONE
• Additional Dining Space
• Courtyards
• Building Arrival Space
• Planted Areas
• Hardscape
• Slope Areas

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Building Façade Length: The overall length of a façade without a full break in the building.(see full break definition below)
Building Projection: The part or feature of a building which extends outside of the enclosing walls. It can be a building feature that is mounted on, and/or extends from the surface of the building wall or façade, typically above ground level.

Build-To Zone: A specific distance beyond the building setback from the front property line to the building face, excluding areas for Mid-block Connections, Primary Connections, Secondary Connections, or Public Open Space.

Carriage-Style Garage Doors: Doors designed to resemble the hinged, swing-out doors of historic horse-drawn carriage houses, typically featuring decorative panels, crossbucks, or trim details, and often simulated with modern overhead or sliding mechanisms.

Clay-Tile Roof: A roof system that uses fired clay tiles as the primary exterior roofing material, installed over an underlying roof structure to provide weather protection and architectural character.

Connection: A space that links one physical space to another. It may be traversable by pedestrian, bicycle or automobile traffic.

Corrugated Metal Roof: A roofing system made of metal panels with a wavy or ridged profile, designed to increase strength and efficiently shed water.

Corrugated Panels: Metal or other material sheets with a series of parallel ridges and grooves (corrugations) that increase strength and stiffness.

Craftsman Tapered Pillars: Vertical support elements that gradually decrease in width from the base to the top, typically used on porches or entryways in Craftsman-style architecture. They are often mounted on a masonry or concrete pier and support roof elements or overhangs while emphasizing the horizontal and sturdy proportions characteristic of the style.

Curved Roof: A roof whose surface is continuously arched or curved rather than flat or angular.

Decorative Veneer Accents: Thin, non-structural layers of material applied to building façades or architectural elements to provide texture, pattern, or visual interest, while emulating the appearance of natural masonry, stone, brick, or other premium materials.

Double-Hung Sash: A type of window with two movable sashes (frames holding glass) that slide vertically past each other within the window frame.

Earth-Tone Colors: Colors inspired by natural elements including soil, rocks, clay, sand, and vegetation, typically muted, warm, and neutral in appearance.

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Eave: The lower edge of a roof that extends beyond the exterior wall of a building.

End Unit: A dwelling unit at the end of a connected row of homes with only one shared wall on one side. End units tend to include additional windows on the wall that isn’t attached providing more natural light.

Engineered Wood: A man-made wood product created by binding or layering wood fibers, strands, veneers, or particles with adhesives to form structural or panel products.

Exposed Beams/ Rafter Tails: Structural or decorative elements of a roof in which the ends of beams or rafters extend beyond the exterior wall and remain visible, rather than being concealed by soffits or fascia. They contribute to the architectural character and articulation of rooflines.

Façade Composition: The expression of a façade through a variety of techniques including forms, patterns, fenestration, elements, details, materials, texture, finishes, etc. Façade Composition is used to create the architectural character and design theme of a building.

Façade Modulation: Used to shape a building’s exterior massing, façade modulation is a change in building plane though the recess or projection of sections of a façade.

Façade Plane: Any stretch of a building façade existing along the same axis line, regardless of pattern differentiation or change in rhythm.

Foot-Candle: A measurement of illumination on a one-square foot surface from a uniform source of light.

Footprint: Footprint or building footprint provides the outline of a building drawn along the exterior walls, with a description of the exact size, shape, and location of its foundation.

Gabled Roof: A roof form with two sloping planes that meet at a central ridge, creating a triangular wall section known as a gable at each end of the building.

Height: The height of a structure is defined as the vertical distance from finished grade to the highest point of a structure.

Hip Roof: Roof type in which all sides slope downward toward the walls, usually with a gentle or moderate pitch, and has no vertical ends (no gables).

Landscaped Area: Surface area dedicated for planting of trees, shrubs, flowers, ornamental grass, turf (natural or artificial), ground cover, or other horticultural elements.

Lintels: A horizontal structural element placed over an opening, including a door or window, to support the weight of the wall above.

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Live/Work: A building or area within a building that combines both residential with commercial, retail or office use.

Low-Profile Ribbed Panels: Metal roofing panels that have shallow, narrow raised ribs or seams, giving a subtle textured appearance while shedding water and providing structural strength.

Marquesina Awnings: A small, projecting canopy over a door, window, or entryway, commonly used in Spanish-style architecture, typically supported by brackets or columns and finished with fabric, canvas, or clay tiles to complement the building’s façade and roof.

Masonry Roof: A masonry roof uses durable, individual units like brick, stone, or concrete blocks/ tiles and does not need to be a structural masonry roof.

Metal Roof: A durable, long-lasting roof material made from metals. These may also include metal roofs which are stone-coated.

Metal-Shingle Roof: A roof covering made of individual metal shingles designed to mimic the appearance of traditional roofing materials like slate, wood shake, or tile.

Metal-Tile Roof: A roof covering made of metal panels shaped to resemble traditional clay or concrete tiles.

Mid-Block Connection: A public right-of-way or private land area with a public access easement that connects from one public right-of-way to another public right-of-way.

Modified Grid: An interconnected network of streets generally rectilinear in alignment and orthogonal at intersections, with modifications to allow for terrain or environmental considerations, including occasional curves or diagonally directed streets. The gridiron-like layout and shorter blocks typical of the modified grid street pattern allow for multiple travel routes, dispersing vehicular traffic within a geographic area, and encourage pedestrian activity.

Multi-Pane Windows: Windows in which the glazing is divided into two or more individual panes or lights, separated by muntins, mullions, or grids, creating a pattern of smaller glass sections within a single window frame.

Muntins: The narrow strips of material that divide a window sash into smaller panes of glass (also called lights or lites).

Octagonal Turret: A small, tower-like projection from a building with eight sides, often extending above the roofline.

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Outdoor Rooms: Outdoor rooms are an extension of a living space, an outside space that promotes greater connection to the outdoor. It can include anything from an attached, screened-in porch to a detached gazebo or a landscaped area with a bench.

PA-1: Priority Area One, a specific plan that is bounded by Lone Tree Way to the north, Shady Willow Lane to the east, Sand Creek to the south, and Heidorn Ranch Road to the west; and bisected from north-to-south by State Route 4.

Parapet: Vertical extension of a wall above the roofline, railing, or terrace edge; can be purely decorative or serve as a safety barrier
Parking/Loading/Flex Zone: An essential zone for people and goods, providing separation between moving vehicles in the travel-way and people in the pedestrian realm. This zone can contain multiple uses along a street including commercial deliveries, parklets, on-street parking, and taxi zones. It can be used for mobility at specific times of the day.

Park/Public Park: All areas within the city, operated, maintained or controlled by the city that are designated for use as park, recreation or open space purposes, whether such property is a park, parkway, greenbelt, sports field, internal or adjacent sidewalks, general trail, on-street parking adjacent to park property, children’s playground area, picnic area, or is maintained as open space, including undeveloped sites for future parks and includes any structure thereon.

Paseo / Pedestrian Path: A public place or path designed for walking; promenade that connects into or through a development.

Pedestrian-Scaled Block: A development block that is dimensionally sized to suit pedestrian flow rather than fit the needs of automobile traffic and circulation. Landscape and architectural elements are sized and spaced to be perceived from a short distance.

Perimeter Length: The lineal distance as measured along the perimeter of a building, parcel, lot, etc.

Planter: An above grade container for planting.

Podium: The lower floors of a building that form the “base” of a building typically including a courtyard level above. Podiums typically include structured parking, a courtyard level above, a different and larger floorplate than floors above, and may be a different construction type than the rest of the building.

Podium Level: The level directly above the Podium. The Podium Level typically includes a courtyard, a smaller building area than the levels below, and a change in construction type.

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Primary Building Entry: The entrance to a building typically leading to a lobby, courtyard, or other large shared space that is accessed from the primary building frontage.

Primary Building Frontage: The building frontage that abuts the most primary of streets, Pedestrian Pathway, or Mid-Block Connection surrounding the building. In the case of a through-lot, the primary building frontage could be on either public right-of-way.

Primary Façade Plane: Majority area of the façade that is in the same plane.

Public Open Space: A publicly accessible open space area on a privately developed parcel that may include plazas, courtyards, seating areas, parks, parklets, play areas, recreational facilities or equipment, dog parks, etc.

Public Service Utilities Easement (PSUE): A portion of property that cannot be built on, planted on, otherwise covered or obstructed so that underground or overhead public utilities can be accessed for maintenance and repair.

Queen Anne Style Ornamentation: Intricate decorative detailing characteristic of the style, including turned woodwork, which are delicate wooden spindles often seen on porch railings, balusters, and friezes, sometimes called “ginderbread trim” in vernacular references. Patterned shingles or wall textures in fish-scale, diamond, or scalloped patterns and shape area also ornamental features. Gables can also be ornamental with decorative bargeboards, finials, or cresting. Often porches will have decorative details of curved or turned posts, railings, brackets and latticework framing the entry.

R-1-E/SFR: A designated zone as described in the Brentwood Municipal Code and labeled as R-1-E, single-family residential estate zone. Designation shall be interchangeable with SFR as described in this document.

R-1/SFR: A designated zone as described in the Brentwood Municipal Code and labeled as R-1, single-family residential zone. Designation shall be interchangeable with SFR as described in this document. PD and Specific Plan subareas that allow for densities less than 5 dwelling units per acre are to be treated as SFR.

R-2/MDR: A designated zone as described in the Brentwood Municipal Code and labeled as R-2, moderate density multi-family residential zone. Designation shall be interchangeable with MDR as described in this document. PD and Specific Plan subareas that allow for densities between 5 and 11 dwelling units per acre are to be treated as MDR.

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R-3/HDR: A designated zone as described in the Brentwood Municipal Code and labeled as R-3, high density multifamily residential zone. Designation shall be interchangeable with HDR as described in this document. PD and Specific Plan subareas that allow for densities between 11 and 20 dwelling units per acre are to be treated as HDR.

RE/SFR: A designated zone as described in the Brentwood Municipal Code and labeled as RE, ranchette estate zone. Designation shall be interchangeable with SFR as described in this document.

Saltbox Roof: A asymmetrical pitched roof with one long slope and one short slope, typically extending down the rear of a building.

Shed Dormers: A roofed projection that extends vertically from a sloped roof, featuring a single, sloping roof plane that typically slopes in the same direction as the main roof but at a shallower angle. It provides additional headroom, light, and usable space within the upper story or attic.

Shed Roof: A single-sloped roof form consisting of one continuous plane that pitches in one direction, without ridges, hips, or valleys.

Slate Roof: A roof system that uses natural slate stone tiles as the primary exterior roofing material, installed in overlapping courses over a supporting roof structure.

Spanish Clay Tile Vent: Small, decorative clay tile or cast element embedded in a stucco or masonry wall to allow air circulation, while maintaining the characteristic terra-cotta color and Spanish architectural style.

Square Tower Hip Roof: A roof type for a square or nearly square tower where all four sides slope downward from a central peak, forming a hip roof over the tower.

Standing Seam Metal Roof: A metal roofing system composed of continuous panels running vertically from the roof ridge to the eave, with raised seams (ribs) that interlock to conceal fasteners.

Step-back: A step-back (or building step-back) is an architectural design element that is typically applied to the upper-story of a building or development. Typically, a step back requires that any portion of a building above a certain height is further pushed-in towards the center of the property.

Storefront Commercial: Any commercial property located on the ground floor that has a storefront window that may be individually leased or rented for any purpose other than residential use.

Transparency: The amount of transparent area on a building façade.

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Usable Green Space: An unobstructed area or areas, accessible in whole or in part to all occupants of the building it serves, and being available for safe and convenient use for recreation or leisure activities. It may be on roofs or structures or at grade and may include private balconies or patios but shall not include Off-Street parking areas, Off-Street loading areas or service driveways.

Usable Open Space: The total combined open space areas of publicly accessible, common, and private open spaces.

VHDR: A density range category where allowable residential density of a development project is between 21 and 30 units per acre. Designation shall be interchangeable with MFVHDR as described in the PA-1 specific plan document.

Vinyl: A synthetic plastic material (polyvinyl chloride, PVC) used for exterior cladding, trim, windows, and other architectural elements.

Visible Light Transmittance: A measurement of the amount of light in the visible portion of the spectrum that passes through glass. The higher the number, the greater the amount of light that is passing through the glass. Visible transmittance (VT - expressed as a number from 0 to 1), is the typical measurement used for windows.

Wood Shakes: Thick, textured, rustic roofing or siding materials hand-split (or machine-split to micic this) from logs, offering more natural variation
Wood Shingles: Thin, tapered, smooth, and machine sawn pieces of wood used for roofing and siding

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PLANNING

2.1 PROJECT

2.2 EDGE CONDITIONS

2.3 BLOCK SIZE & STRUCTURE

2.4 USABLE OPEN SPACE

2.5 PUBLIC OPEN SPACE

2.6 SINGLE FAMILY SUBDIVISION

2.7 TWO UNIT HOUSING DEVELOPMENT & URBAN LOT SPLITS

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PURPOSE
• To provide standards for the public realm, including sidewalks, streets, and Public Open Space. These spaces may be public or privately owned. • To ensure walkability, connectivity, and appropriately scaled buildings by creating pedestrian-scaled blocks with streets, paths, and open spaces for people to gather and connect throughout the City.
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2.1 Project
INTENT
• This chapter outlines the project’s boundaries and parameters. Establish the project limits for the development, as all subsequent site planning concepts will be specifically applicable within the defined boundary area.

2.2 Edge Conditions
INTENT
• Support a “complete streets” approach to designing new streets and retrofitting existing streets by encouraging streets to provide stimulating settings; improve safe walkability, bicycling, and transit integration; strengthen connectivity; and enhance community identity through improvements to the public right-of-way including sidewalks, street trees, parkways, curbs, human-scaled street lighting, and street furniture.
• Design sidewalks to create a safe, comfortable pedestrian experience by making sidewalks sufficiently wide to support circulation and outdoor activities related to adjacent land uses, planting a continuous trees canopy, and placing sidewalk furniture on regular, frequent intervals that do not impede travel or accessibility.

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2.2.1 Public Realm

1. For projects fronting a public street right-of-way, the R.O.W. public realm (buffer zone + pedestrian clear zone) shall meet the following standards:
a. Single-family projects shall have a minimum public realm of 10 ft. consistent with City Standard ST-4 or ST-5.
b. Multi-family and mixed-use projects shall have a minimum public realm width of 12 ft., consisting of a 6 ft. wide unobstructed sidewalk/pedestrian clear zone and a 6 ft. wide buffer zone, ensuring that the space is fully usable, safe, and accessible. c. Mixed-use projects with ground floor commercial. A minimum effective public realm width of 15 ft. with a minimum 9 ft. wide clear pedestrian zone and 6 ft. wide buffer zone. d. Public Service Utilities Easement (PSUE). Where a PSUE exists on a property, the developer must adhere to established utility regulation. Developer to provide plan drawing to indicate PSUE is in coordination with the City to ensure compliance with the Objective Design Standards.

2. If the existing public sidewalk does not meet this minimum standard, a public access easement in the setback area shall be granted to extend the sidewalk width to the required minimum dimensions. 8' 7' 6' 6' 12' s a b c
C
A
B
TABLE 2.1 EFFECTIVE ROW PUBLIC REALM
Back of walk
Pedestrian throughway minimum
Public Realm Width minimum
Required building setback (varies per
zoning district)
Pedestrian clear zone
Buffer zone
Vehicular through lane(s)
A
C
B
a
b
c
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2.3 Block Size & Structure
INTENT
• Integrate new large-scale development projects into the fabric of the existing community. • Reduced block size in new developments to develop a grid or modified grid network to enhance walkability.
• Provide pedestrian and vehicular connections with cross-access easements within and between the existing developments to encourage walking.
• Support a complete streets approach to designing new streets and retrofitting existing streets by encouraging streets to provide stimulating settings; improve safe walkability, bicycling, and transit integration; strengthen connectivity; and enhance community identity through improvements to the public right-of-way including sidewalks, street trees, parkways, curbs, human-scaled street lighting, and street furniture.
• Design private streets to appear and function like public streets. Include street trees and sidewalks and connect sidewalks to those located within the adjacent public rights-of-way. • Within private developments that include multiple streets, encourage the construction of multi-use paths to provide direct pedestrian and bicycle linkages between streets and beyond the project.

2.3.1 Maximum Block Size

1. All projects shall meet a maximum Block
Length and a maximum Perimeter Length
per the following table:

2. Existing, new, or assembled parcels or blocks
with a Block Length greater than 700 ft. shall
provide at least one Mid-Block Connection
that connects from one public right-of-way to
another public right-of-way or public access
easement.

BLOCK SIZE
MAX. (FT.)
BLOCK LENGTH 700
PERIMETER LENGTH 2,450
A
B
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3. Mid-Block Connections may be one of the following:
a. Paseo/Pedestrian Path (See section: 2.3.4)
b. Mid-Block Street A (See section: 2.3.5)
c. Mid-Block Street B (See section: 2.3.6)

4. Mid-Block Connections shall include Public Access Easements for all pedestrian pathways and vehicle lanes when located on private property.

2.3.2 Mid-Block Connections

1. Mid-block Connections shall be either a Paseo/Pedestrian Path, Mid-Block Street A or Mid-Block Street B and shall meet the standards below.

2. Mid-block Connections shall include public
access easements and shall be privately
maintained.

3. Public access easements shall cover all
property between back-of-walk and all drive
aisles.

4. Mid-block Connections shall meet all stormwater
standards found in the Brentwood Municipal
Code Title 14 Water

2.3.3 Minimum Building Setbacks From Publicly Accessible Pedestrian Pathways
Primary building frontages for residential buildings shall be set back a minimum of 5 ft. from a public access easement or back of pedestrian pathway, whichever is closer to the building frontage.

Maximum block length.

Mid-block connection between
public rights-of-way
Maximum block perimeter length.

Adjacent Curb Edge
Public Right-of-Way
Developable
Area
Developable
Area
TABLE 2.2 MID-BLOCK CONNECTION
A
A
C
B
B
C

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29 2.3.4 Paseo/Pedestrian Path
The following table illustrates the minimum standards to be met for the Paseo/Pedestrian Path Midblock Connection.

PASEO/PEDESTRIAN PATH
MIN. WIDTH (FT.)

BLDG TO BLDG

DISTANCE
20 ft.

BLDG TO BLDG
DISTANCE1
(>35ft IN HEIGHT)

PASEO/PEDESTRIAN PATH

WIDTH SHALL EXCEED AN

AVERAGE BUILDING HEIGHT
TO WIDTH RATIO OF 1.5 TO 1

PUBLIC ACCESS

EASEMENT WIDTH
8 ft. OR 1/3 BUILDING-TOBUILDING DISTANCE, WHICHEVER

IS GREATER

PEDESTRIAN

PATHWAY WIDTH
8 ft.

TABLE 2.3 PASEO/PEDESTRIAN PATH
D
B
TABLE 2.5 PASEO/PEDESTRIAN PATH
1 Minimum required building-to-building distance shall not exceed 50ft regardless of adjacent building heights.

TABLE 2.4 PASEO/PEDESTRIAN PATH SECTION
B
D
C
B
B
C
D
Building Height = Average (A1, A2)
Minimum Building-to-Building width
Public Access Easement
Minimum Pedestrian Pathway width
C
B
A
D
A1 A2

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Minimum building to building distance
Public Access Easement
Pedestrian Clear Walkway Only Zone
Buffer Zone
Vehicle Travel Lane
Parking or Bike Lane
Building Setback

2.3.5 Mid-Block Street A
The following table illustrates the minimum standards to be met for the Mid-Block Street A Connection.

Diagrammatic section (below) shows option for compliance:
10' 5' 5' 8' 24' 8' 5' 5' 10'

VEHICLE THROUGHWAY

MID-BLOCK STREET A
MIN. WIDTH (FT.)

BLDG TO BLDG
DISTANCE 80 ft. (ALL CONDITIONS)
R.O.W.

PEDESTRIAN
REALM1
6ft PEDESTRIAN CLEAR
ZONE SIDEWALK WIDTH.
5ft PEDESTRIAN CLEAR
ZONE SIDEWALK WIDTH.
4ft BUFFER ZONE AREA
5ft BUFFER ZONE AREA

VEHICLE TRAVEL
LANE2 24 ft. (12ft. LANES)

PARKING/BIKE
LANE
8 ft.

PUBLIC ACCESS

EASEMENT
60 ft.

Street section shall match Residential Collector Street ST-4 per City of Brentwood Engineering Department.

TABLE 2.2: MID-BLOCK STREET A
1 Shall be located on both sides of the street.
2 Vehicle throughway shall include min. two through lanes or greater.

Refer to latest width and quantity of lane requirements per City’s current fire services provider.
a1
a2
b1
b2
c
d
A
B
TABLE 2.6 MID-BLOCK STREET ‘A’ SECTION
e b1 a1 b2 a2 e
a
b
c
d
e
d c d
A
A
B
B

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SITE PLANNING
31 6' 8' 24' 8' 6'
10' 5' 5' 8' 20' 8' 5' 5' 10'
Minimum building to building distance
Public Access Easement
Pedestrian Clear Zone
Buffer zone
Vehicle Travel Lane
Parking Lane
Building Setback
1 Shall be located on both sides of the street.
2 Vehicle throughway shall include min. two through lanes or greater.

Refer to latest width and quantity of lane requirements per City’s current fire services provider.

2.3.6 Mid-Block Street B
The following table illustrates the minimum standards
to be met for the Mid-Block Street B connection.

Diagrammatic sections (below) show options for
compliance:

VEHICLE THROUGHWAY

MID-BLOCK STREET B
MIN. WIDTH (FT.)

BLDG TO BLDG
DISTANCE 76 ft. (ALL CONDITIONS)
R.O.W.

PEDESTRIAN
REALM1
6ft PEDESTRIAN CLEAR
ZONE SIDEWALK WIDTH.
5ft PEDESTRIAN CLEAR
ZONE SIDEWALK WIDTH.
4ft BUFFER ZONE AREA
5ft BUFFER ZONE AREA

VEHICLE TRAVEL
LANE2 20 ft. (10ft. LANES)
PARKING LANE 8 ft.

PUBLIC ACCESS

EASEMENT
56 ft.

TABLE 2.3: MID-BLOCK STREET B
Street section shall match Residential Local Street ST-5 per City of Brentwood Engineering Department.
a1
b1
b2
a2
c
d
A
B
e e
TABLE 2.7 MID-BLOCK STREET ‘B’ SECTION
a
b
c
d
e
b1 a1 d c d b2 a2
A
B
B
A

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2.4 Usable Open Space
INTENT
• Provide active and passive open spaces where people can recreate, participate in social activities or connect with nature. This is composed of public, common, and private open space typologies.

2.4.1 Usable open space minimum requirements
• Usable open space shall be provided per the requirements of Title 17 of the Brentwood Municipal Code.

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INTENT
• Promote vibrant, Public Open Space that encourage gathering, social interaction and other active uses. Place a variety of supportive uses, including amenities and services, adjacent to public spaces at sufficient concentrations to ensure safe and appropriate use of the spaces primarily during the day and early evening.
• Encourage the incorporation of public open space, including plazas, courtyards, seating areas, parklets, play areas, recreational facilities or equipment, dog parks, and usable green space, into new and existing multi-family, and mixed-use developments. The spaces should be appropriately scaled and programmed and compliment the characteristics of the district and/or neighborhood and the surrounding development.
• Configure buildings to provide “outdoor rooms”, including, but not limited to courtyards, paseos, and promenades.
• Maximize public exposure and views of park lands for scenic and security purposes.

2.5.1 Applicability
Public Open Space shall be required for all projects greater than or equal to 2 acres in area. These requirements are in addition to the minimum requirements in the Zoning Ordinance.

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2.5.2 Required Quantity
The required public open space quantity may include the City of Brentwood’s park dedication requirements pursuant to Chapter 16.150 of the Brentwood Municipal Code. These requirements are intended to ensure that new residential development contributes proportionately to the City’s system of parks and recreational facilities in a manner that supports community health, recreation, and quality of life. The minimum on-site Public Open Space requirement for any project shall be as follows for each residential zoning district :

Diagram below shows option for compliance:

Remaining 2/3 of Public Open Space
Adjacent Road
Project Site
Building Setback
TABLE 2.8 MINIMUM REQUIRED OPEN SPACE
Contiguous Open Space area
minimum 1/3 of total required
Public Open Space

REQUIRED PUBLIC OPEN SPACE

SFR MDR HDR VHDR

OPEN SPACE AREA
(% OF SITE) 5% 5% 8% 20%
TABLE 2.4: REQUIRED PUBLIC OPEN SPACE

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35 2.5.3 Minimum Design Standards

1. Public Open Space shall include one Contiguous Open Space that is equal to or greater than 1/3 of the required Public Open Space area. This shall have a minimum dimension in any direction per residential planned development:
a. MDR: 18ft.
b. HDR: 25ft.
c. VHDR: 35ft.

2. Public Open Spaces shall be located adjacent to a public right-of-way.

3. A public access easement shall be provided for the entire Public Open Space.

2.5.4 Additional Public Open Space Standards
Off-street parking and loading areas, driveways, service areas, utility equipment, air conditioner pads, and storage structures shall not be counted as Public Open Space.

The following standards shall be met for all Public Open Space:

1. A public access easement shall be provided for the entire Public Open Space.

2. Shall be publicly accessible from dawn to dusk for a minimum 12 consecutive hours per day during summer from 7 am - 7 pm and shall be open for a minimum 9 consecutive hours from 7 am - 5 pm during winter.

3. Shall be accessible from a public right-of-way or a publicly accessible lobby, with clear signage visible from the public right-of-way indicating the type of open space, hours of access, and amenities.

4. Any fences or gates around the open space shall allow for unobstructed access during open hours and be designed to maintain visibility and promote safety. Gates shall have a minimum height of 6 feet to prevent climbing and unauthorized access. Additionally, gates shall be designed without horizontal bars or footholds that can assist climbing, ensuring they remain secure.

5. Property owners have the authority to establish rules of conduct to ensure appropriate use and safety of the open space. They retain the right to remove individuals who violate these rules or engage in inappropriate behavior, in compliance with public open space regulations.

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6. Shall have permanent seating (e.g., seat walls, planter ledges, benches, picnic tables, and seating steps) at a minimum rate of one bench or equivalent seating per 1,000 square feet of area, ensuring sufficient seating throughout the space.

7. A minimum of 60% of the area shall be open to the sky and free of permanent weather protection or enclosed structures. Trellises and similar open-air features are permitted, provided that they have overhead louvers with opacity of no more than 50% across the surface of the trellis, ensuring that they do not significantly block natural light.

8. A minimum of 30% of the Public Open Space shall be landscaped. Landscaping shall primarily consist of trees and other plantings that do not obstruct visibility, avoiding dense shrubs or vegetation where people or animals could hide.

9. A minimum of 20% of the open space area shall be planted with ground cover and/or shrubs.

10. A minimum of one tree shall be planted per 900 ft2
of the open space area.

11. Hardscape surfaces shall not exceed a gradient of 1:12.

12. Open space on a roof or deck shall include safety railings or other protective devices that meet but do not exceed the minimum height required by the State Building Code.

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SITE PLANNING
37 2.6 Single Family Subdivisions

2.6.1 Subdivision Layout
• The maximum length of cul-de-sacs shall be 600 ft. and no more than twenty five (25) single-family residential units shall have access off any individual cul-de-sac. • Provide a minimum setback of 30 ft. between sound walls and bordering arterial streets.

2.6.2 Subdivisions Architectural Diversity
• Residential projects must provide a minimum of one distinct plan with four distinctive elevations for every 25 units, or portion thereof.
• Within single family developments, at least 50% of corner lots must be single story units. • Within single family developments, at least 50% of lots backing up to a Major Arterial street, as identified in the General Plan, must be single story.
• Within single family developments, at least 25% of all units must be single story. • Within single-family developments, at least 10% of all units must have side loaded or an alternative to a front facing garage configuration.
• Within single family developments, no more than 50% of the front elevation of a house may consist of garage area.

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2.6.3 Access Road Requirements
Single-family subdivisions, including their phases, streets, and blocks, must be designed to ensure safe and adequate access for all lots. The access requirements vary based on the total number of lots within a subdivision as shown in the adjacent table:

2.6.4 Electric Transformers
Pad-mounted electric transformers are prohibited within the front yard setback area and primary street frontage of any residential lot or within any lot, parcel, or other area within a single-family residential subdivision, including, but not limited to, any residential lot, common area, landscape parcel, bioretention area, stormwater treatment area, open space parcel, park parcel, or other subdivision parcel. Any electric transformers required within these areas shall be installed subsurface.

Single Family Subdivisions Layout
Number of Access Roads
≤ 25 lots 1
26 - 75 LOTS 2
76 - 175 LOTS 3
≥ 176 LOTS 4
TABLE 2.5: SINGLE FAMILY SUBDIVISIONS ACCESS POINTS TABLE

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SITE PLANNING
39 2.7 Two Unit Housing Development & Urban Lot
Splits

2.7.1 Development Standards
Pursuant to Senate Bill 9 (SB 9) and Government Code Sections 65852.21 and 66411.7, the following objective development standards shall apply to eligible two-unit housing developments and urban lot splits within the City of Brentwood:
• If all applicable development standards contained in the single family residential zone in which the primary dwelling unit is located cannot be met, then the maximum size of a primary dwelling unit shall be 800 square feet.
• If all applicable development standards contained in the single family residential zone in which the primary dwelling unit is located cannot be met, then the maximum height permitted of a primary dwelling unit shall be one story and shall not exceed 15 feet to the highest ridge or top of the structure, including any parapet.
• No setback shall be required for an existing primary dwelling unit, or for a primary dwelling unit constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as an existing primary dwelling unit.

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40 SITE
DESIGN

3.1 SHARED & PRIVATE OPEN SPACE

3.2 VEHICULAR ACCESS & PARKING

3.3 BICYCLE CIRCULATION & PARKING

3.4 PEDESTRIAN ACCESS & CIRCULATION

3.5 SITE LIGHTING

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OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS
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PURPOSE
• To set standards for building orientation, site access and utilities. • To ensure quality design and site layouts that increase pedestrian comfort and safety.
• To define special conditions and set unique standards for these locations. • To define location and uses for active frontages.
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3.1 SHARED & PRIVATE OPEN SPACE
INTENT
• Create well designed shared and private open spaces that serve multiple purposes, encourage gathering, improve the health and wellness of residents and embraces nature in the built environment.

3.1.1 SHARED OPEN SPACE
This section applies to shared open space that is private to multi-family residential projects and residential mixed-use projects. Shared open spaces are outdoor open spaces that are available and accessible only to building residents and their visitors. Shared open spaces may include courtyards, gardens, play areas, outdoor dining areas, recreational amenities, and rooftop open spaces.

1. Public Open Space may be counted toward the required Shared Open Space, provided that it is designed according to Public Open Space requirements.

2. Shared Open Space shall meet the following standards:
a. Shall not be located within 15 ft. next to arterial streets, service areas, or adjacent commercial development to ensure they are sheltered from the noise and traffic of adjacent streets or other incompatible uses.
b. Shall be designed to enhance the overall layout of the development and directly accessible from shared areas such as lobbies or hallways. When located adjacent to residential units, it shall provide clear benefits as a shared amenity while ensuring the privacy and comfort of residents are preserved.
c. Shall be accessible to all residents of the development, including residential tenants, and, in the case of mixed-use developments, any commercial tenants as well.

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e. “Courtyards fully surrounded by building walls shall have one dimension that is at least equal to or greater than the tallest height of any adjacent building (up to a maximum of 80 feet).

The second dimension must be at least 80% of that height. Adjacent building façade height is measured from ground level to the top of the wall, regardless of any upper-floor stepbacks. f. A minimum of 60% of the area must be open to the sky and free of permanent structures or obstructions. Trellises and similar open-air features are permitted but must not exceed 50% opacity and should not cover more than 40% of the total open space area.

Highest height of adjoining faces
Minimum width ≥
Minimum width ≥ 80% of
Completely enclosed courtyard
FIGURE 3.2 SHARED OPEN SPACE DIAGRAM
A
B
A
A
A
B
C
C
FIGURE 3.1 SHARED OPEN SPACE ENCLOSED BY THREE SIDES
Highest height of adjoining faces
Minimum width ≥ 80% of
Courtyard Shared Open Space
A
B A
B
A
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g. A minimum of 20% of the shared open space area shall be planted with trees, ground cover, and/or shrubs.
h. All Shared Open Spaces shall include a minimum of one seat for every 200 square feet of shared open space, such as benches, chairs, or seat walls. Site furniture shall be constructed with durable, graffiti-resistant materials and incorporate skateboard deterrents to maintain attractiveness and prevent damage.
i. No more than 20% of the total area counted as Shared Open Space may be provided on a roof. j. Buildings and roofed structures with recreational functions (e.g., pool houses, recreation centers, gazebos) may occupy up to 20% of the area counted as shared open space. k. All recreational areas or facilities required by this section shall be maintained by the property owners.
l. Shared open spaces shall be constructed concurrently with the development. If the development is phased, the developer shall submit a phasing plan for review and approval by the city, detailing the timing and proportional completion of open spaces for each phase.

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3. All new development shall include on-site recreational facilities in the amounts specified in the following table. Developments under 10 units do not require the following:

TABLE 3.1 SHARED OPEN SPACE AMENITY STANDARD

SHARED OPEN SPACE AMENITY TABLE
MINIMUM 1 OUT OF 3.

MINIMUM 3 OUT OF 4.

MINIMUM 1 OUT OF 6.

REQUIRED

DEVELOPMENT SIZE (UNITS)
10-49 50 - 79 80-200 201+

BARBECUE FACILITY EQUIPPED WITH GRILL, PICNIC
BENCHES, ETC (MIN. OF TWO (2) AREAS)

PLAYGROUND WITH MULTIPLE PLAY EQUIPMENT & SHADE
STRUCTURE1`
INDOOR GYM/FITNESS FACILITY (MINIMUM 500 S.F.)
SPA AND POOL AREA (MIN. 75 ft X 45 ft)
LARGE OPEN LAWN AREA, MIN. DIMENSIONS SHALL BE 100 ft
x 50 ft

MULTIPLE PLAYGROUNDS WITH PLAY EQUIPMENT & SHADE
STRUCTURE1
LAP POOL AND SPA AREA (MIN. 75 ft X 25 ft)

COMMUNITY MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM EQUIPPED WITH
KITCHEN, DEFINED AREAS FOR GAMES, EXERCISES, ETC.
(MIN. 500 SF)

BARBECUE FACILITIES EQUIPPED WITH MULTIPLE GRILLS,
PICNIC BENCHES AND SHADE STRUCTURES2 (MIN. 12 ft x 15 ft) COURT FACILITIES (E.G. TENNIS, VOLLEYBALL, BASKETBALL,
ETC.) (MIN. 96 ft x 50 ft)
1 Playgrounds shall be sized to accommodate adequate equipment to meet all Consumer Products Safety Commission guidelines and ADA Standards. All equipment must be submitted to the city for review. One large playground is preferred over smaller, less equipped functioning play areas. Minimum size for playground(s) is 75 S.F. per school-aged child using the playground at one time. (per NAHB tabulations of 2022 American Community Survey microdata, updated 11/2023, the average number of school-aged children is approx.

20.8 per 100 apartment households.)
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3.1.2 PRIVATE OPEN SPACE
Private open space areas are intended for private use for each dwelling unit and may include balconies (covered or uncovered), private gardens, private yards, terraces, decks and porches, among others.

1. Private Open Spaces shall meet the following standards:
a. Ground-level private open space shall be screened from adjacent private or shared open spaces and dwellings using a stucco-covered masonry wall or wooden fence, with a height of up to six feet.
b. Above ground-level space shall have at least one exterior side open and unobstructed for at least 8 ft. above floor level, except for incidental railings and balustrades. c. Ground-level private open space that faces abutting lots, streets, alleys, private driveways, or other areas on the same lot shall be screened by a building wall, landscaping at a maximum height of 6 feet and a minimum width of 3 feet, or by a solid or grille masonry fence or wall, with a maximum height of 6 feet.

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3.2 VEHICULAR ACCESS & PARKING
Refer to Chapter 17.620 of the Brentwood Municipal Code for off-street parking regulations.

INTENT
• Locate vehicular entries, parking areas, storage bays, and service areas of buildings to minimize conflicts with adjacent properties, especially residential neighborhoods. Also, parking, storage and service areas should be sited to minimize their visibility from public rights-of-way. • To minimize the visual impact of parking, loading and service areas, support pedestrian interest along public rights-of-way and other pedestrian ways, and minimize conflicts between pedestrians and vehicles along key streets.

3.2.1 VEHICULAR ACCESS HIERARCHY

1. Parking and service area access shall be provided in the following order, based on site characteristics:
a. From an alley.
b. In the absence of an existing or proposed alley, access shall be from a driveway shared with a property abutting the development site.
c. In the absence of an alley or shared driveway, access shall be from the side/lesser street abutting the development site.
d. In the absence of a side street, from a curb cut/driveway along the primary street frontage.

3.2.2 DRIVEWAYS AND CURB CUTS
These standards shall apply to driveways and associated curb cuts providing vehicular access to parcels improved with mixed-use and/or multi-family residential development projects. Alley frontages are exempt from these standards.
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1. Exceptions to these requirements may be granted upon review and approval by the City’s traffic engineer if it is determined that the proposed location would not compromise traffic safety.

2. Each development project site shall be limited to one curb cut, including driveways and private/ service streets, per 250 ft. of public street frontage, or two curb cuts per street frontage, whichever is less (unless otherwise required for emergency vehicle access). When a mid-block connection is required per Section 2.3.2, the mid-block connection is exempted from this requirement.

3. Driveways shall be a minimum of 5 ft. from a property line or include a shared driveway access with adjoining parcel.

3.2.3 LIMITATION ON PARKING AND LOADING FRONTAGE

1. Off-street parking, off-street vehicle loading, and vehicular circulation areas (other than direct driveway access perpendicular to the street)are prohibited between the building and primary street frontage.

2. No more than 30% of the primary street frontage shall be devoted to garage openings, carports, surface parking, or service/loading entries. For narrow lots where this limitation is not feasible, an exception shall be granted based on site-specific design review. This limitation does not apply to frontages along alleys.

3. Entries to structure parking when combined with loading, and utility/service areas shall at minimum be 30 ft. in width to allow service vehicle maneuverability. All other Vehicular entries shall at minimum be 25 ft. in width.

3.2.4 SCREENING FOR STRUCTURED PARKING

1. Above-grade structured parking levels facing a public right-of-way or Public Open Space or pedestrian pathway, excluding vehicular alleys, shall surround the structure with commercial or habitable uses. Commercial uses must have a minimum depth of 20 feet, and residential units must have a minimum depth of 16 feet.

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2. All portions of partially subgrade parking visible above grade:
a. Shall not exceed 5 ft. in height,
b. Shall be architecturally treated no differently than that primary structure and; c. Shall utilize the same level of detail, articulation, and materials as the primary façade, and; d. Shall be screened with landscape screening (e.g., shrubs) a minimum of 3 ft. in height and/ or crafted ornamental metal screens.

3.2.5 INTERNAL ACCESS

3.2.5.1 MULTI-FAMILY COMPLEX INTERNAL CIRCULATION
In residential rental apartment and condominium developments with multiple buildings, parking areas shall be accessed through a network of internal streets.

3.2.5.2 TOWNHOUSE INTERNAL CIRCULATION
In townhouse developments, internal circulation shall be via one or more internal streets connecting to alleys where garages are located;
For clusters of detached garages, the internal streets or alleys must provide direct access to the rear parking lots, ensuring safe and efficient vehicular movement.

3.2.5.3 STRUCTURED PARKING ACCESS

1. Any vehicular entry gate to a parking structure that faces the sidewalk shall be located to provide a minimum of 25 feet between the gate and the back of the sidewalk, ensuring sufficient space for larger vehicles to queue without encroaching on the pedestrian walkway. This distance minimizes conflicts between pedestrians and vehicles waiting for gate access. Additionally, for surface parking or visitor parking, driveway gates must also meet this setback requirement to ensure safe pedestrian circulation.

2. A parking structure shall not occupy more than 50 percent of the building width of any street-facing façade, and it shall be recessed a minimum of 5 ft. from the street-facing façade of the building.

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3.3 BICYCLE CIRCULATION & PARKING
INTENT
• Ensure that bicycle parking facilities are secure, accessible, and conveniently located to encourage cycling, minimize conflicts with pedestrians and vehicles, and enhance the overall functionality of the development.
• Integrate bicycle parking into site design to minimize visual impact, maintain architectural consistency, and provide protection from the elements, supporting both short-term and long-term bicycle parking needs.

3.3.1 BICYCLE PARKING

3.3.1.1 SHORT-TERM BICYCLE PARKING

1. Short-term bicycle parking shall consist of racks that support the bicycle frame at two points and allow for the bicycle frame and one wheel to be locked to the rack with a U-lock. The racks shall be permanently secured to the ground

2. Short-term bicycle parking spaces shall be located within 50 ft. of the primary pedestrian building entrance.

3. Short-term bicycle parking shall be provided at a rate of one space per 20 dwelling units and one space per 2,000 sf of non-residential floor area.

4. If more than 20 short-term bicycle spaces are provided, at least 50 percent must be covered by a solid-roofed structure with a minimum height of 10 feet or a 1.5-foot overhang beyond the spaces.

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3.3.1.2 LONG-TERM BICYCLE PARKING
Long-term bicycle parking facilities consists of bicycle lockers or bicycle rooms with key access for use by residents.

1. Long-term bicycle parking facilities shall be located on the ground floor or accessible from the street. These facilities shall be covered and lockable, either inside bike lockers, or in lockable bike rooms.

2. Multi-family residential and mixed-use buildings shall provide at least one long-term bicycle storage space per dwelling unit. This space may be located within the unit, in individual lockable containers outside the unit, or within a secure long-term bicycle parking area. However, dwelling units with individual garages shall not be required to provide long-term bicycle parking.

3. Secure, long-term bicycle parking areas shall be enclosed and designed within a parking structure or building, or within a lockable storage enclosure
a. Lockable storage enclosures shall not be visible from the right-of-way. b. Enclosures must be constructed with solid walls and designed using materials and colors that match those of the primary building. Alternatively, enclosures may be screened from view by dense evergreen shrubs and trees, provided the screening fully obscures the enclosure from sight.
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4. Bicycle locker minimum requirements:
a. Dimensions of 42 in. wide, 75 in. deep, and 54 in. high. b. The top of the bicycle locker shall withstand a load of 200 pounds per square foot to ensure durability and safety.
c. Opened door must be able to withstand a 500-pound vertical load without damage to the door or locker.

5. Bicycle rooms with key access minimum requirements:
a. Bicycle rooms shall have a minimum ceiling height of 10 ft. b. Bicycle rooms shall contain permanently anchored racks that support the bicycle frame at two points and allow for the bicycle frame and one wheel to be locked to the rack with a U-lock. c. Long-term bicycle parking spaces shall be served by an aisle with a minimum width of 6 ft. d. All bike racks shall be large enough to accommodate a 4 in. “fat tire” width. e. There shall be at least 2 feet of clear space between the aisle and the long-term bicycle parking spaces to allow adequate room for users to easily access and move their bicycles in and out of the racks.

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3.4 PEDESTRIAN ACCESS & CIRCULATION
INTENT
• Create safe paths of travel for pedestrians to/from access buildings’ ingress/egress points. • Minimize pedestrian interaction with vehicular paths of travel.

3.4.1 PEDESTRIAN PATHWAYS

1. All on-site buildings, entries, facilities, amenities, and vehicular and bicycle parking areas shall be internally connected with a minimum 4 ft. wide pedestrian pathway or pathway network that may include use of the public sidewalk. The pedestrian pathway network shall connect to the public sidewalk along each street.

2. Pedestrian pathways within internal parking areas shall be separated from vehicular circulation by a physical barrier, such as a grade separation or a raised planting strip, of at least 6 in. in height and at least 6 ft. in width. A pedestrian pathway is exempt from this standard where it crosses a parking vehicular drive aisle.

3. Pedestrian pathways shall be clearly paved using natural gray concrete or other durable materials to ensure visibility and consistency.

4. Pedestrian pathways shall maintain a minimum of 4 feet of clear zone from buildings, private open space areas, and parking lots, except where the pathway provides direct access to these spaces.

5. Pedestrian pathways shall meet Americans with Disability Act (ADA) accessibility standards.

6. For every 200 feet of pedestrian path, a minimum of two amenities that include trellises, benches, and/or trees shall be provided for rest or shade.
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3.5 SITE LIGHTING
INTENT
• Create safe, welcoming, well-lighted areas, including building entries, pedestrian pathways and plazas, parking lots and vehicle maneuvering areas; and minimize excessive illumination on adjoining properties.

3.5.1 NUISANCE PREVENTION
All lights shall be directed, oriented, and shielded to prevent light trespass or glare onto adjacent properties. The light level at property lines shall not exceed 0.3 foot-candles.

3.5.2 FIXTURE TYPES
All luminaries shall meet the most recently adopted criteria of the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNA) for “Cut Off” or “Full Cut Off” luminaries.

3.5.3 MINIMUM LIGHTING REQUIREMENTS

3.5.3.1 PARKING AREAS

1. Lighting in parking, garage, and carport areas shall be maintained with a minimum of one footcandle of illumination at the ground-level during hours of darkness, with a maximum of seven foot-candles.

2. All lighting shall be controlled by a timeclock or photo-sensor system. Parking lot lighting shall be designed and installed with fixtures that direct light downward and away from surrounding buildings and properties, using full cut-off fixtures to minimize light trespass and glare.

3. Illumination color temperature shall be within the range between 3,000K - 5,000K.

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3.5.3.2 MULTI-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS
Aisles, passageways, and entryways/recesses within the building complex shall be illuminated with an intensity of at least 1 foot-candle at ground level during the hours of darkness, with a maximum intensity of 5 foot-candles to avoid excessive brightness and glare.

3.5.3.3 NON-RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS (OR PORTIONS OF A DEVELOPMENT) All exterior doors, including utility doors, shall be illuminated with a minimum of 1 foot-candle of light during the hours of darkness, ensuring sufficient visibility for safety and security.

3.8.4.4 PEDESTRIAN SAFETY
Areas used by pedestrians shall be illuminated whenever natural light levels fall below 10 foot-candles to ensure safety. This applies during nighttime or in interior spaces, where natural lighting may be insufficient to maintain visibility. Such areas include:
a. Surface parking lots and parking structures (entrances, elevators, and stairwells) b. Sidewalks, walkways, and plazas
c. Building entrances (including rear and service entrances) d. Garbage disposal areas
e. Alleys
f. Automated Teller Machines (ATMs)
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3.5.4 DESIGN OF FIXTURES

3.5.4.1 BUILDING FIXTURES
Fixtures on buildings shall be attached only to walls or eaves, and the top of the fixture shall not exceed the height of the parapet, roof, or eave that it is attached to.

3.5.4.2 ACCENT LIGHTING

1. Architectural features may be illuminated by up-lighting, provided that the lamps are fully shielded to prevent light spill or upward light trespass, and the lighting intensity is appropriate to the scale of the building. Up-lighting should be directed to highlight features without causing glare or illuminating beyond the intended area.

2. All accent lighting plans shall be submitted to the City for review and approval during the building plan review process, ensuring that the fixture scale aligns with the massing and design of the building façade.

3.5.5 ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Outdoor lighting shall utilize energy-efficient fixtures and lamps, such as metal halide, LED or other lighting technology with a minimum luminous efficacy of 100 lumens per watt. All new outdoor lighting fixtures shall have a rated average bulb life of at least 30,000 hours, with at least 70% lumen maintenance level.

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58 BUILDING
DESIGN

4.1 MASSING

4.2 BUILDING ORIENTATION

4.3 STEP-BACKS

4.4 ARTICULATION

4.5 FAÇADE DESIGN

4.6 GROUND FLOOR USES

4.7 END UNITS

4.8 WINDOW ALIGNMENT

4.9 STREET FACING TRANSPARENCY

4.10 NOISE AND ODOR ATTENUATION

4.11 ENTRY TYPOLOGIES

4.12 UTILITIES, SERVICE AREAS & BUILDING EQUIPMENT

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PURPOSE
• To ensure that building scale, massing, and bulk are designed to support a human scale, enhance the pedestrian experience, and respond to surrounding context through appropriate massing and façade articulation. • To set standards for transitions to lower scale development • To incorporate passive green design elements, and promote unique placemaking.
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4.1 MASSING
INTENT
• Encourage the use of building modulation, architectural roof forms, and strategic architectural projections to create visually appealing, cohesive, and well-articulated four-sided architecture. • Ensure that the tops of buildings are designed with architectural interest, and to reduce the bulk of buildings as they meet the sky.
• Ensure that buildings are consistent in scale, mass, and character with adjacent buildings on lower density land uses and designated land use types
• Provide rooflines and massing that emphasize and accentuate significant elements of the building including entries, bays, and balconies, and shading elements where appropriate. • Provide harmonious transitions between adjacent properties where composition of building height, setbacks, and length of building reduces towards the existing scale and sizing of adjacent single family homes. • Reinforce the definition and importance of the street

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4.1.1 BUILDING TYPE STANDARDS
Specific Building Design standards are provided by the type and size of buildings in the Massing section (Section:

4.1 Massing) of the Objective Design Standards. The name and definition of building types are as follows:
• (S) Small - Single-family or single-family attached

1. Up to 3 stories

2. Maximum height of 35 ft.

3. Maximum length of 100 ft.

4. Building types include single-family detached homes, detached residential clusters or two unit single-family attached homes.
• (M) Medium – Multiplex and Mixed-Use Buildings

1. 2 stories or greater (may require conditional use permit or be located in Specific Plan Area)

2. Maximum height of 60 ft.

3. Maximum length of 100 ft.

4. Building types include triplexes, fourplexes, unit(s) above commercial, or combinations of these types. • (L) Large – Multiplex and Mixed-Use Buildings

1. Greater than 2 stories (may require conditional use permit or be located in Specific Plan Area)

2. Maximum height of 60 ft.

3. Length exceeding 100 ft.

4. Building types include townhouses/rowhouses, walk-up multi-plex buildings, garden style apartments, or units above commercial
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4.1.2 MASSING STRATEGIES
Buildings shall follow the minimum quantity of the massing strategies

1. Modulation,

2. Roof form, or

3. Projections, per the table below:

REQUIRED

OPTIONAL

STRATEGIES BUILDING TYPE
(S)
SMALL
(M)
MEDIUM
(L)
LARGE

MODULATION

ROOF FORM

PROJECTIONS
TABLE 4.1: MASSING STRATEGIES TABLE

MASSING STRATEGIES

BUILDING TYPE

MINIMUM

REQUIRED

STRATEGIES
(S) SMALL 2
(M) MEDIUM 3
(L) LARGE 3

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4.1.3 BUILDING MODULATION
Building elevations that are longer than 30 ft. wide shall be articulated in one of the following three ways which may consist of larger elevation plane changes, insets, bays, notches or protrusions.

4.1.3.1 SMALL BUILDING TYPE

1. Elevation plane change: Provide a minimum one (1) horizontal change in plane for every 30 ft. of building elevation. The change in plane must be minimum 3 ft. deep and 6 ft. wide, and must be open to the sky.

2. Inset or bay with material change: Material change shall be a minimum of 3/4 of the façade’s height.

Provide a minimum one (1) horizontal change in plane for every 30 ft. of building elevation. The change in plane must be min. 2 ft. deep and 6 ft. wide, and be combined with a change in material.

Option 1: (S) Building Type
= min. 3 ft.
= min. 6 ft.
= 30 ft. max.

B
C
A
A
B
C
PLANE 1
PLANE 2
FIGURE 4.1: BUILDING MODULATION OPTION 1: (S) BUILDING TYPE DIAGRAM Option 2: (S) Building Type
= min. 2 ft.
= min. 6 ft.
= 30 ft. max.

Material A
B Material B
C
A
A
C
B
PLANE 1
PLANE 2
FIGURE 4.2: BUILDING MODULATION OPTION 2: (S) BUILDING TYPE DIAGRAM 64 BRENTWOOD ODS Page 125 of 714

3. Inset or bay with material change: Material change shall be a minimum of 3/4 of the building’s height.

Provide a minimum one (1) horizontal change in plane for every 30 ft. of building elevation. The change in plane must be min. 2 ft. deep and 6 ft. wide, and be combined with a change in material.

4.1.3.2 MEDIUM AND LARGE BUILDING TYPE

1. Elevation plane change: Provide a minimum one (1) horizontal change in plane for every 30 ft. of building elevation. The change in plane must be minimum 4 ft. deep and 6 ft. wide, and must be open to the sky.

A continuous wall plane up to 100 ft. on the first 2 stories is allowed provided that architectural treatments (i.e. columns, collonnade, arcade, etc.) are applied at a maximum of 20 ft. intervals and at least 4 ft. deep.

All materials used for these architectural treatments shall adhere to the standards outlined in Chapter 5.

Option 1: (M) (L) Building Types
= min. 4 ft.
= min. 6 ft.
= 30 ft. max.

B
C
A
A
B
C
C
FIGURE 4.4: BUILDING MODULATION OPTION 1: (M)+(L) BUILDING TYPES DIAGRAM PLANE 1
PLANE 2
PLANE 3

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= min. 5 ft.
= min. 8 ft.
= 30 ft. max.

Material A
Material B
FIGURE 4.3: BUILDING MODULATION OPTION 3: (S) BUILDING TYPE DIAGRAM A
B
C
C
PLANE 1
PLANE 2
PLANE 3
B
C
A

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Buildings over 400 ft. in length, apart from applying the minimum required massing strategies, shall apply a horizontal plane change (open to the sky) of at least 50 ft. in depth when it reaches the 400 ft. maximum building facade plane length. For this plane change, the total linear horizontal length (A+B+C) shall not be less than 200 ft., shown in figure 4.6 below.

2. Inset or bay with material change: Material change shall be a minimum of 3/4 of the building’s height.

Provide a minimum one (1) horizontal change in plane for every 30 ft. of building elevation. The change in plane must be min. 4 ft. deep and 8 ft. wide, and be combined with a change in material.

FIGURE 4.5: BUILDING MODULATION OPTION 1: (M)+(L) BUILDING TYPES -UILDING BUILDING FACADE PLANE OVER 400’ DIAGRAM X = MAXIMUM 400 ft. BUILDING FACADE PLANE
LENGTH
Y = HORIZONTAL PLANE CHANGE
Z = TOTAL BUILDING LENGTH
A B
C
X
Y
Z
Option 2: > 2 Stories
= min. 4 ft.
= min. 8 ft.
= 30 ft. max.

Material A
Material B
A
B
B
C
A
C
PLANE 1
PLANE 2
PLANE 3
FIGURE 4.6: BUILDING MODULATION OPTION 2: (M)+(L) BUILDING TYPES DIAGRAM 66 BRENTWOOD ODS Page 127 of 714

4.1.3.3 NOTES

1. Building elevations that are less than 30 ft. wide are not required to have a change in plane incorporated into their design.

2. Projections from the building face including balconies, awnings, signs, and decorative elements are not considered to be changes in plane.

3. Notch or protrusion with material change: Provide a minimum one (1) horizontal change in plane at an interval of 30 ft. or less. The change in plane must be min. 8 ft. deep and 12 ft. wide, and be combined with a change in material. When implemented as building notches, such notches may contain balconies, as long as the railing is at least 70% see-through or transparent.

Option 3: (M)+(L) Building Type
= min. 8 ft.
= min. 12 ft.
= 30 ft. max.

Material A
Material B

BALCONY
A
B
C
PLANE 1
PLANE 2
PLANE 3
B
C
A
FIGURE 4.7: BUILDING MODULATION OPTION 3: (M)+(L) BUILDING TYPE DIAGRAM

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4.1.4 ROOF FORM
Roof forms shall complement underlying architectural style in addition to the roof form strategies.

1. Buildings shall be designed with variation in roof form. The number of required roof forms shall be calculated at a ratio of at least one roof form for every 30 ft. of frontage and shall be located within 15 ft. of the predominant building face on all building frontages. Standards for variation in roof form will apply to all frontages.
a. Roof form is defined as a geometric plane or set of planes which form the top enclosure of a volumetric area below it/them. Common types of roof forms are gabled, hipped, sloped, flat, and flat with a decorative parapet, among others. See below for acceptable roof forms for residential and mixeduse architecture in the City.

Box Gable Combination Dormer
Flat*
Conical
Dropped Eaves Gable
Clerestory Cross-hipped
Dutch Gable Gambrel
FIGURE 4.9: BUILDING ROOF FORM OPTIONS
=max. 15 ft.

FIGURE 4.8: BUILDING ROOF FORM DIAGRAM

PREDOMINANT

BUILDING FACE

AREA SUBJECT TO

ROOF STANDARDS
A
A
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Hexagonal Hip & Valley Hip Jerkinhead M-Shaped Monitor
Pyramid Hip Saltbox Sawtooth Shed*
* Applicable only to multifamily buildings or buildings over 3 stories Skillion
b. A change in roof form must be combined with a change in height of at least 3 ft., a horizontal change in plane of at least 4 ft., or a change in roof pitch. Changes in roof form shall not exceed allowable building heights, as defined in the Brentwood Zoning Ordinance. c. Smaller roof forms that cover enclosed space (including dormers and bay windows) count as individual roof forms if they are at least 36 s.f. in horizontal surface area. Bay windows located on a wall below another roof form will not count as individual roof forms regardless of size. d. Unenclosed space (examples include balconies, terraces, porticos, and belfries) count as individual roof forms if they are at least 48 s.f. in horizontal area. e. For the purposes of calculating the number of required roof forms on a building, each increment of 30 ft. of building frontage requires an additional roof form, counted by rounding up to the next whole number. For example, a frontage of 31 ft. would be required to provide two roof forms. However, there is no maximum dimension for any one roof form, nor are roofs required to be designed in 30 ft. increments.

2. Combining Roof Forms
a. The required number of roof forms may intersect to create more complex roof forms or may be organized in a hierarchy.

FIGURE 4.10: BUILDING ROOF FORM OPTIONS

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b. Where two or more forms intersect or combine to create more complex forms, each is counted as an individual roof form. For example, two hipped forms may intersect to create a hip and valley form, which would count as two roof forms.
c. Where two or more roof forms are organized in a hierarchy, each is counted as an individual roof form. For example, the dominant roof form may be a hipped roof, which has two dormers with open gable roofs, which would count as three roof forms. Another example is a flat roof on a building that has two bay windows with flat roofs. The minimum area requirement for roof forms over an enclosed space is shown in table :

THREE INTERSECTING ROOF FORMS:
1 2
3 FIGURE 4.11: ROOF FORMS COMBINATIONS & QUANTITIES DIAGRAM 1

THREE HIERARCHICAL

ROOF FORMS
FIGURE 4.12: ROOF FORMS COMBINATIONS & QUANTITIES DIAGRAM 2 MIN. AREA FOR

ROOF FORMS OVER

ENCLOSED SPACE
1 2
3 ROOF FORMS OVER AN ENCLOSED SPACE
AREA MIN. (FT.)
BUILDINGS ≤ 2 STORIES 20
BUILDINGS > 2 STORIES 36
TABLE 4.2: ROOF FORMS OVER AN ENCLOSED SPACE MIN. AREA TABLE 70 BRENTWOOD ODS Page 131 of 714
d. For flat roofs and flat roofs with decorative parapets, changes in roof line must be accompanied by a minimum 2 ft. change in height relative to the adjacent roof form. For buildings that are three stories or taller, the minimum change in height shall be 3 ft. This change in height shall be measured to the top of the parapet, where present.
e. Roof forms may be repeated, including a series of gables/hip on a pitched roof or a flat roof that steps up or down, or a “sawtooth.”
FOUR REPEATED ROOF FORMS:

FLAT ROOF “SAWTOOTH”
Variation in Façade Composition B
Distinc
Variation in Roof/Building Height

FOUR HIERARCHICAL

ROOF FORMS
FIGURE 4.13: ROOF FORMS COMBINATIONS & QUANTITIES DIAGRAM 3 1 3
4 AT LEAST 36 FT2

FOR ROOF FORMS

OVER ENCLOSED
SPACE
AT LEAST 46 FT2

FOR ROOF FORMS

OVER UNENCLOSED
SPACE
3’ MIN.
2 FOUR REPEATED ROOF FORMS: GABLES/HIP
1 2
4 FIGURE 4.14: ROOF FORMS COMBINATIONS & QUANTITIES DIAGRAM 4 3 CITY OF BRENTWOOD OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS

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4.1.5 BUILDING PROJECTIONS
Buildings shall use one (1) or more of the following projections:

1. Porches (See Building Entry Types)

2. Balconies and decks shall not project more than 6 feet from the façade on elevations facing a street or public right-of-way.
a. The distance between supporting columns, piers, or posts on trellises or balconies shall not exceed their height.

3. Awnings or Canopies
a. For buildings with ground floor commercial uses, awnings shall be provided over each storefront, located within the individual structural bays.
b. Awnings and canopies shall not project more than 6 ft. from the façade. c. The height of all awnings above the sidewalk shall be consistent, with a minimum clearance of 8 ft. provided between the bottom of the valance and the sidewalk. Valances shall not exceed 18 in. in height.
d. If used, lighting for awnings shall be from fixtures located above the awnings. Backlighting of transparent or translucent awnings are not allowed.
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4.2 BUILDING ORIENTATION
INTENT
• Promote consistent development patterns along streets, particularly by how buildings relate to the street, to promote a sense of visual order, and provide attractive streetscapes. • Configure buildings to provide “outdoor rooms,” including, but not limited to courtyards, paseos, and promenades.
• Locate building access points along sidewalks, pedestrian areas, and bicycle routes, and include amenities that encourage pedestrian activity.

4.2.1 BUILD-TO-ZONE
Buildings shall occupy a minimum percentage of the Build-to-Zone. The Build-to-Zone is defined as a specific distance beyond the building setback from the front property line, excluding areas for Mid-block Connections, Primary Connections, Secondary Connections, or Public Open Space.

BUILD-TO-ZONE

SFR MDR HDR VHDR

BUILD-TO-ZONE

DEPTH N/A N/A
10 ft.,
as measured from the front
setback line
10 ft.,
as measured from the front
setback line

MINIMUM

REQUIRED

BUILDING

WIDTH IN

BUILD-TO-ZONE
N/A N/A 50% of building frontage 50% of building frontage FIGURE 4.15: BUILD-TO ZONE DIAGRAM
Build-to-zone
Front setback
Minimum % of building frontage within the
build-to zone
Building frontage outside of the build-to
zone RIGHT-OF-WAY PUBLIC REALM

SETBACK
TABLE 4.3: BUILD-TO ZONE TABLE

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4.2.2 PEDESTRIAN CONNECTION

1. Primary building or unit entries shall be connected to a public sidewalk or publicly accessible pathway. The connection shall be a pedestrian pathway with a minimum width as specified in the table:

2. For multi-family and mixed-use developments, the main building entry and common exterior spaces shall provide a minimum of one (1) pedestrian pathways/connections to any and all of the following areas:
a. The public sidewalk in the right-of-way on each street frontage. b. The parking area serving the units.
c. Any on-site common usable open space, recreational facilities, or public park facilities located on an adjacent lot.
d. Any public multi-use pathways or trails abutting the project. e. Adjoining residential or commercial projects.

PEDESTRIAN CONNECTIONS

MINIMUM
WIDTH
ENTRANCES SERVING 1-2 UNITS 4 ft.

ENTRANCES SERVING 3-8 UNITS 5 ft.

ENTRANCES SERVING 9-20 UNITS 6 ft.

ENTRANCES SERVING >20 UNITS 8 ft.

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4.3 STEP-BACKS
INTENT
• To create a transition between new development and existing neighborhoods, provide privacy for current and future residents, and minimize potential shading on neighboring residents.

Step-backs shall be incorporated on medium, large buildings and mixed-use buildings, which are greater than 2 floors, to reduce the scale of the building while exposing and emphasizing the ground-level elements of the structure.

4.3.1 STEP-BACK REQUIREMENTS

STEP-BACKS

MINIMUM
REQUIRED STEPBACK DEPTH6 ft.

HEIGHT ABOVE

WHICH REQUIRES

FIRST STEPBACK
Above 2 stories or 35 ft.,
Whichever is less

MINIMUM
REQUIRED STEPBACK WIDTH50% of building frontage
A
B
TABLE 4.5: STEPBACKS TABLE
Required minimum stepback
Height above which requires stepback
Property line
FIGURE 4.16: STEPBACKS SECTION
A
B
B
A
P/ L

SETBACK
LINE

ADJACENT
PARCEL

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4.4 ARTICULATION
INTENT
• Provide clear and distinct architectural features on elevations that provide consistent design style and interest.

1. Façades facing a street or a pedestrian oriented space (e.g., a park, shared open space, or pedestrian pathway) shall incorporate at least three (3) of the following features.

2. Other façades shall incorporate at least two (2) of the following features.

3. Required façade features may include:
a. Texture or material. All exterior walls shall incorporate at least two different materials, with each material covering a minimum of 20% of the elevation surface. All chosen materials and textures must be consistent with and complement the overall architectural style of the building. b. Building base. Material change shall extend beyond building base to minimum 3/4 of overall building height. Shall occur a minimum of 33% across building elevation. c. Railings. Railings with a design pattern and materials including wood, metal, or stone which reinforces the architectural style of the building.
d. Trim. Decorative trim elements that add detail and articulation, including door surrounds with at least a 2 in. depth, decorative eave detailing, belt courses, etc. e. Decorative windows. Decorative window elements including, lintels, shutters, window boxes, etc. f. Roof Overhangs. Roof overhangs at least 18 in. deep. 76 BRENTWOOD ODS Page 137 of 714

4.5 FAÇADE DESIGN
INTENT
• To create cohesive and well-crafted building façades with human-scaled details that provide visual interest to pedestrians, incorporate passive green design elements, and promote high-quality design. • Encourage architectural elements that contribute to a building’s character, aid in climate control, and enhance pedestrian scale.
• Encourage complementary architectural detailing that differentiates uses within a mixed-use building.

4.5.1 FAÇADE COMPOSITION

1. Each building façade greater than 100 ft. in length shall include a minimum of two (2) distinct façade compositions. For every additional 100 ft. of building façade, an additional 1 (one) distinct façade composition is required.

2. Each distinct façade composition shall have a total combined façade area greater than 10% of the overall façade area.
100 ft. < < 200 ft.

Façade Composition 1
Façade Composition 2
200 ft. < < 300 ft.

Façade Composition 1
Façade Composition 2
FIGURE 4.17: FAÇADE COMPOSITION DIAGRAM 1 Façade Composition 3 A
A
FIGURE 4.18: FAÇADE COMPOSITION DIAGRAM 2
B
B

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4.5.2 BASE/MIDDLE/TOP

1. Buildings three stories or taller with a building length greater than 50 ft. shall be designed as specified in this subsection to differentiate a defined base or ground floor, a middle or body, and a top, cornice, or parapet cap. This standard applies to all exterior facing facades.

2. A building’s base shall be defined or differentiated from the middle/body by using one (1) of the following techniques:
a. Have a distinct façade composition between the base floor(s) and middle/body floors b. Have a datum line or cornice between the base floor(s) and middle/body floors that:
• Is a different material from the middle/body floors
• Has a minimum height of 4 in. and a minimum depth of 4 in. c. Floor-to-floor ground floor height that is a minimum two (2) ft. greater than middle/body floor-to-floor heights.

FIGURE 4.19: DATUM LINE DIAGRAM 1
f Base/Middle/Top Standards
Datum Lines
Upper Floor Step Backs
nct Roof Form

DATUM LINES ALONG THE ENTIRE LENGTH OF

A BUILDING WITH CHANGE IN MATERIAL
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3. A building’s top floor(s) shall be defined or differentiated from the middle/body by using two (2) or more of the following techniques:
a. Have a distinct façade composition from the middle/body floors to the top floor(s) b. Datum line or cornice between the middle and top floor(s) that include:
• A change in material from the façade
• A minimum height of 4 in. and a minimum depth of four 4 in. c. Distinct roof form or roof line. (Apply one)
• Cornice or parapet cap that includes a change in material from the façade and a minimum height of 8 in. and a minimum depth of four 4 in.
• Eave/roof overhang with a minimum depth of 6 in.
• A variation in roof/building height through building modulation: (examples: Bays that extend above Primary Façade height)

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4.6 GROUND FLOOR USES
As intended for use in projects within the residential zones of MDR, HDR or mixed-use zones of Commercial/ Office/Residential or Commercial Residential.

INTENT
• To create a coherent and active interface between private development and the public realm, which contributes to the sense of place and structure of the neighborhood, and enhances the public’s experience. • Promote consistent development patterns along streets, particularly in how buildings relate to the street, to promote a sense of visual order, and provide attractive streetscapes. • Locate building access points along sidewalks, pedestrian areas, and bicycle routes, and include amenities that encourage pedestrian activity.

4.6.1 ACTIVE FRONTAGES
Active frontages are building frontages with active uses that visually engage between the street and the ground floor and generate significant pedestrian activity over extended periods of the day. Active Frontage may be shops, cafes, restaurants, and other social spaces and may share accessory spaces including lobbies, lounges and shared amenity areas.

1. Active frontage types shall consist of one or more of the following ground-floor uses:
a. Storefront Commercial
b. Ground Floor Office
c. Live/Work
d. Ground Floor Residential Units with individual unit entries(permitted only along local streets in residential zones)
e. Ground Floor Residential Accessory Spaces (e.g., indoor community spaces, permitted only in residential zones)
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Corner space minimum 40 ft depth on all frontage
Commercial or office minimum use depth
Residential minimum use depth
Storefront commercial or office
Ground-floor residential
Non-active area
FIGURE 4.20: ACTIVE FRONTAGE DIAGRAM
FIGURE 4.21: ACTIVE FRONTAGE MIN. DEPTH DIAGRAM
TABLE 4.6: ACTIVE FRONTAGE MINIMUM USE DEPTH STANDARD

2. Active Frontages are required for a minimum of 80%
of each building façade facing an arterial, a local or
collector public street or publicly accessible pathway
with adjacent Primary Building Frontages.

3. To qualify as Active Frontage, uses shall meet the minimum depth requirements based on the use type as follows:

Building façade length facing public street
or primary connection
Active frontage along building façade
Non-active frontage of building façade
A
A A
ACTIVE FRONTAGES MIN. USE DEPTH
MIN. DEPTH MIN. CORNER

SPACE DEPTH
STOREFRONT COMMERCIAL 40 ft., >50% of the use frontage
20 ft., the remaining use frontage
40 ft. on all sides
GROUND FLOOR OFFICE 30 ft.

LIVE/WORK 15 ft./
50% of the width of the use frontage(>15 ft.)
GROUND FLOOR RESIDENTIAL 16 ft.

GROUND FLOOR RESIDENTIAL
ACCESSORY SPACES 20 ft.

B
A1
A1
B
A1
A2
AB2
A2

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4.6.1.1 FINISHED FLOOR HEIGHTS OF ACTIVE USES
Active frontage spaces shall have a finished floor height within the following ranges (measured from grade at the back edge of the adjacent sidewalk):

All other uses see Standard 4.6.1.2 Variable Finished Floor Height Standard.

4.6.1.2 VARIABLE FINISHED FLOOR HEIGHTS
To create a positive transition between the public and private realm, ensure the privacy of residential units, and maintain ‘eyes on the street’, see the standards as follow:

1. The finished floor of ground-floor residential units adjacent to a public right-of-way shall be within the minimum and maximum heights specified based on the setback distance from the back of the sidewalk.

2. For sites with a cross slope greater than 2% along the building façade, the average height between the finished floor and the back of the sidewalk shall be used. In flood zones, the minimum floor height shall comply with the City’s Floodplain Management Ordinance.

ACTIVE USES FINISHED FLOOR HEIGHT
MIN. HEIGHT
(FT.)
MAX. HEIGHT
(FT.)

PRIMARY

BUILDING

ENTRIES
0 ft. 3 ft.

STOREFRONT
COMMERCIAL;
LIVE/WORK;
OFFICE
0 ft. 1 ft.

BUILDINGS WITH

CROSS SLOPE
At no point shall the finished floor
height be greater than 2 feet above
or below grade, with a minimum
cross slope of 1%
TABLE 4.7: ACTIVE USES FINISHED FLOOR HEIGHT STANDARD
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4.6.1.3 FLOOR TO FLOOR HEIGHTS OF ACTIVE USES
Active Frontage uses shall have a minimum floor-to-floor height by use type as follows:

ACTIVE USES FLOOR TO FLOOR
HEIGHT
MIN. HEIGHT
(FT.)
STOREFRONT COMMERCIAL 15 ft.

GROUND FLOOR OFFICE
12 ft. LIVE/WORK

GROUND FLOOR RESIDENTIAL
UNITS

GROUND FLOOR RESIDENTIAL

ACCESSORY SPACE
TABLE 4.8: ACTIVE USES FLOOR TO FLOOR HEIGHT STANDARD

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4.7 END UNITS

4.7.1 END UNITS STANDARDS
Medium and large-sized buildings with the Primary Façade and building entry facing a street or pathway perpendicular to a public street right-of-way, private street, or publicly accessible pathway shall meet the following standards:

1. The end unit building façade shall have a fenestration area greater than 10% of the façade area.

2. The end unit building façade shall have at least one architectural projection that projects a minimum of eighteen 18 in. from the street facing façade (example: bay windows, a chimney shown on the exterior of the house) with a minimum width of 2 ft.

3. The location of an assigned surface parking stall may not exceed 50 ft. of an end unit’s ground floor façade. 84 BRENTWOOD ODS Page 145 of 714

4.8 WINDOW ALIGNMENT

4.8.1 WINDOW ALIGNMENT
Within single-family and multi-family buildings, windows facing each other and located within 40 ft. of each other shall not directly align with one another.

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REQUIRED TRANSPARENCY BY FRONTAGE TYPE

FRONTAGE TYPE
TRANSPARENCY (MIN.)

GROUND LEVEL UPPER LEVELS

STOREFRONT
COMMERCIAL 60% 30%

SINGLE-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL 20% 10%

MULTIFAMILY
RESIDENTIAL 30% 20%

GENERAL
FRONTAGES1 40% 30%
1 General frontages include offices, restaurants, markets, and any other uses that do not fall under the categories storefront commercial, single-family residential or multifamily residential.

4.9 STREET FACING TRANSPARENCY
INTENT
• To provide visual interest along the public realm and promote natural surveillance by encouraging visual connections between the public realm and the interior of a building. • Promote using transparent materials, including glass, for artistic and decorative expression in buildings that promote health, well-being and comfort.

4.9.1 TRANSPARENCY
Transparency is measured as a percentage, calculated as the sum of single story transparent area divided by the total single story facade area.

Each applicable façade shall provide no less than the minimum transparency listed by use.

TABLE 4.9: REQUIRED TRANSPARENCY BY FRONTAGE TYPE
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4.9.1.1 COMMERCIAL STREET FRONTAGE TRANSPARENCY
Commercial use facades shall be comprised of windows and/or doorlites with clear unobscured glass as measured from 2.5 ft. to 8 ft. above finished grade where no minimum blank walls occur.

FIGURE 4.22: COMMERCIAL STREET FRONTAGE TRANSPARENCY

4.9.1.2 BLANK WALLS

1. Along any street-facing elevations, windowless expanses of walls shall not exceed 25 ft. in linear length for each habitable story of the structure.

2. The area of blank building wall fronting a public street may not exceed a square area where the height and width are both 12 ft.

3. A break in a blank building wall shall be provided by any of the following:
• Doors, windows, or other building openings.
• Varying wall planes, where the wall projects or is recessed at least six inches.

4. The following do not qualify as a break in blank wall:
• Variation in exterior building wall color.
• Stand-alone planted vegetation or landscaping not attached to a building wall. • Commercial, residential or directional signs.
• Mechanical appurtenances including water heaters, vents, or utility meters.

Figure .056 Commercial Street Frontage Transparency
15 PUBLIC REVIEW DRAFT, OCTOBER 26, 2022

COMMERCIAL STREET FRONTAGE

BLANK WALLS DO NOT
EXCEED 25’ IN LENGTH

8.0’

2.5’

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4.10 NOISE AND ODOR ATTENUATION

4.10.1 NOISE ATTENUATION
Walls, partitions, and floor-ceiling assemblies separating dwelling units from each other and from public or service areas shall comply with the minimum Sound Transmission Class (STC) requirements of the California Building Code, Title 24, Part 2, Volume 1, Section 1206, as may be amended from time to time. At a minimum, such assemblies shall achieve an STC rating of not less than 50 when tested in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) E90 test method, or an equivalent noise attenuation classification approved by the Building Official.

This standard is intended to implement and reinforce existing state building code requirements to ensure reasonable interior noise control, protect residential livability, and support the City’s General Plan noise compatibility goals. Nothing in this section is intended to supersede or conflict with the California Building Code.

To achieve the minimum STC 50 rating, any combination of the following methods and materials may be used, subject to Building Code compliance and Building Official approval:
• Fiberglass insulation
• Mineral wool insulation
• Acoustic underlayment or resilient floor underlayment • Resilient channels or sound isolation clips
• Double-stud or staggered-stud wall assemblies
• Concrete floor-ceiling assemblies
• Metal floor-ceiling assemblies
• Carpet or padded flooring in upper-level units (where applicable) 88 BRENTWOOD ODS Page 149 of 714

4.11 ENTRY TYPOLOGIES
INTENT
• To set standards to create visual interest and placemaking through a building’s relationship to the public realm.

4.11.1 BUILDING ENTRY TYPES

1. Primary building frontages for all residential buildings or mixed-use buildings shall face a public sidewalk or common area.

2. A minimum of of one (1) of the following building entrance typologies shall be applied to any building. • Porch
• Dooryard
• Stoop
• Forecourt
• Shopfront
• Residential ground floor patio
• Residential accessory use

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4.11.1.1 PORCH (S,M)
In the Porch Frontage Type, the main façade of the building has a small-to-medium setback from the frontage line. The resulting front yard is typically small and can be defined by a wall or fence to spatially maintain the edge of the street. The engaged porch has two adjacent sides of the porch that are attached to the building while the other two sides are open. Porches must be open on three sides and have a roof. Porches shall be spaced at least 6 feet apart. All porches must have a flat, hipped or gabled roof or canopy.

C
D
R.O.W.

PUBLIC FRONTAGE
LOT

PRIVATE FRONTAGE
FIGURE 4.23: PORCH FRONTAGE SECTION
A
B

ADJACENT
PARCEL
FIGURE 4.24: DOORYARD FRONTAGE PLAN VIEW DIAGRAM
FRONTAGES: PORCH SIZE
MIN. (FT)
WIDTH 8
DEPTH 6
HEIGHT 8

FINISH LEVEL
ABOVE SIDEWALK 18 in.

PATH OF TRAVEL 3’ WIDE
A
B
C
D
TABLE 4.10: FRONTAGES: PORCH SIZE
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4.11.1.2 DOORYARD (S,M,L)
In the Dooryard Frontage Type, the main façade of the building is set back a small distance and the frontage line is defined by a low wall or hedge, creating a small dooryard. The dooryard shall not provide public circulation along a ROW. The dooryard may be raised, sunken, or at grade and is intended for ground-floor residential.

For live/work, retail and service uses, these standards are to be used in conjunction with those for the Shopfront Frontage Type. In case of conflict between them, the Dooryard Frontage Type standards shall prevail. Shall not be used for circulation for more than one ground floor entry.

A
B
FIGURE 4.25: DOORYARD FRONTAGE SECTION
C
R.O.W.

PUBLIC FRONTAGE
LOT

PRIVATE FRONTAGE
FIGURE 4.26: DOORYARD FRONTAGE PLAN VIEW DIAGRAM
FRONTAGES: DOORYARD SIZE
(FT)
WIDTH 8 MIN.

DEPTH 10-20

FINISH LEVEL
ABOVE SIDEWALK 3.5 MAX.

FINISH LEVEL
BELOW SIDEWALK 6’ MAX.

PATH OF TRAVEL 4’ WIDE MIN.

A
B
C
TABLE 4.11: FRONTAGES: DOORYARD SIZE

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FIGURE 4.27: STOOP FRONTAGE SECTION FIGURE 4.28: STOOP FRONTAGE PLAN VIEW DIAGRAM

4.11.1.3 STOOP (S,M,L)
In the Stoop Frontage Type, the main façade of the building is near the frontage line and the elevated stoop engages the sidewalk. The stoop shall be elevated above the sidewalk to ensure privacy within the building.

Stairs or ramps from the stoop may lead directly to the sidewalk or may be side-loaded. This Type is appropriate for residential uses with small setbacks.Stairs may be perpendicular or parallel to the building façade. Ramps shall be parallel to façade or along the side of the building. The entry doors are encouraged to be covered or recessed to provide shelter from the elements. If stair access is parallel to sidewalk, the landscaping shall be provided between the stoop and the sidewalk.

A
B
C
R.O.W.

PUBLIC FRONTAGE
LOT

PRIVATE FRONTAGE
FRONTAGES: STOOP SIZE
(FT)
WIDTH 6 MIN. / 10 MAX.

DEPTH 5 MIN. / 8 MAX.

FINISH LEVEL
ABOVE SIDEWALK 1.5 MIN.

A
B
C
TABLE 4.12: FRONTAGES: STOOP SIZE
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4.11.1.4 FORECOURT (M,L)
In the Forecourt Frontage Type, the main façade of the building is at or near the frontage line and a small percentage is set back, creating a small court space. The space could be used as an entry court or shared garden space for apartment buildings, or as an additional shopping or restaurant seating area within retail and service areas. The proportions and orientation of these spaces should be carefully considered for solar orientation and user comfort.

FIGURE 4.30: FORECOURT FRONTAGE PLAN VIEW DIAGRAM
A
B
FIGURE 4.29: FORECOURT FRONTAGE SECTION
B
R.O.W.

PUBLIC FRONTAGE
LOT

PRIVATE FRONTAGE
A
B
FRONTAGES: FORECOURT SIZE
(FT)
WIDTH 12 MIN.

DEPTH 12 MIN.

RATIO, HEIGHT TO
WIDTH 2:1 MAX.

TABLE 4.13: FRONTAGES: FORECOURT SIZE

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4.11.1.5 SHOPFRONT (MIXED USE)
In the Shopfront Frontage Type, the main façade of the building is at or near the frontage line with an at-grade entrance along the public right-of-way. This type is intended for retail and other commercial uses. It has substantial glazing at the sidewalk level and may include an awning that may overlap the sidewalk. It may be used in conjunction with other frontage types.

Shopfront glass shall be clear without reflective glass frosting or dark tinting. Shopfront windows may be clerestory windows (horizontal panels) between the shopfront and second floor/top of single-story parapet. Glass clerestory may be of a character to allow light, while moderating it including stained glass, glass block, painted glass, or frosted glass. Shopfronts with accordion-style doors/windows or other operable windows that allow the space to open to the street are encouraged. If awnings are used, models that retract are encouraged.

FIGURE 4.31: SHOPFRONT FRONTAGE SECTION
A
FIGURE 4.32: SHOPCOURT FRONTAGE PLAN VIEW DIAGRAM
A
B
R.O.W.

PUBLIC FRONTAGE
LOT

PRIVATE FRONTAGE
FRONTAGES: SHOPFRONT SIZE
(FT)
DEPTH 4 MIN.

HEIGHT, CLEAR 8 MIN.

A
B
TABLE 4.14: FRONTAGES: SHOPFRONT SIZE
FRONTAGES: SHOPFRONT FRONTAGE
MIN. (FT)

GLASS FLOOR
TRANSPARENCY 80%

SHOP FRONT
RECESSED FROM PL 10
TABLE 4.15: FRONTAGES: SHOPFRONT FRONTAGE
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A B
R.O.W.

PUBLIC FRONTAGE
LOT

PRIVATE FRONTAGE
FIGURE 4.33: COMMERCIAL LOBBY FRONTAGE SECTION
B
C

RECESSED

ENTRYWAY

RECESSED

ENTRYWAY
FIGURE 4.34: COMMERCIAL LOBBY FRONTAGE PLAN VIEW DIAGRAM

4.11.1.6 COMMERCIAL LOBBY (MIXED USE)
In the Commercial Lobby Frontage Type, the entryway, which includes an ingress/egress door and any adjacent sidelight, transom windows or side wall is recessed from the facade face. This type is intended for retail and other commercial uses. An awning or solid roof may be added to provide shade or it will be covered from a second floor unit’s balcony/deck.

Lobby entryway glass shall be clear without reflective glass frosting or dark tinting. Lobby windows may include sidelights to the left of right of the door or clerestory or transom windows (horizontal panels) between the shopfront and second floor/top of single-story parapet. The glass shall be of a character to allow light, while moderating it including stained glass, glass block, painted glass, or frosted glass. Entryways with accordion-style doors/ windows or other operable windows that allow the space to open to the street are encouraged. If awnings are used, models that retract are encouraged.

FRONTAGES: COMMERCIAL LOBBY
MIN. (FT)

INTERIOR CEILING
HEIGHT (FROM FLOOR) 10

DEPTH OF ENTRYWAY
(DOOR RECESS, CLEAR) 3

WIDTH OF ENTRYWAY
(BETWEEN WALLS) 4
A
B
C
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4.11.1.7 RESIDENTIAL GROUND FLOOR PATIO (S,M,L)
In the Residential Ground Floor Patio Frontage Type, a residential private patio extends from the ground floor residential unit. This type will be found only adjacent to a ground floor residential unit. A door to access the patio will be found linking the patio to the interior space of the unit and it may include an awning or to provide shade or be covered from a second floor unit’s balcony/deck. There may be access into the patio via a gate from adjacent sidewalk or garden space.

Ground floor patio shall adhere to private open space standards found in Section 3.1.2. Walls or fencing separating the ground floor patio private open space from adjacent public open space shall adhere to standards found in Section 6.5 Walls & Fencing.

A
A
B
R.O.W.

PUBLIC FRONTAGE
LOT

PRIVATE FRONTAGE
FIGURE 4.35: RESIDENTIAL GROUND FLOOR PATIO FRONTAGE SECTION FIGURE 4.36: RESIDENTIAL GROUND FLOOR PATIO PLAN VIEW DIAGRAM FRONTAGES: RESIDENTIAL GROUND

FLOOR PATIO
MIN. (FT)
DEPTH
8 OR

GREATER

SETBACK
HEIGHT, CLEAR 8.5
A
B
TABLE 4.17: FRONTAGES: RES. GROUND FLOOR PATIO
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FIGURE 4.38: RESIDENTIAL ACCESSORY USE FRONTAGE PLAN VIEW DIAGRAM A
FIGURE 4.37: RESIDENTIAL ACCESSORY USE FRONTAGE SECTION A
B
R.O.W.

PUBLIC FRONTAGE
LOT

PRIVATE FRONTAGE

4.11.1.8 RESIDENTIAL ACCESSORY USE
Uses at the ground floor adjacent to a residential frontage type will vary per development but may include a common-use gym, meeting space/conference room, administrative office, leasing center, indoor playroom, or other community-related uses. This frontage type is intended for residential use only. The amount of glazing at the sidewalk level will be dependent on the use within. It may include an awning to provide shade or be covered from a second floor unit’s balcony/deck.

Residential accessory uses shall allow reflective glass frosting or dark tinting due to the private nature of the accessory use. Glass shall be of a character to allow light, while moderating it including stained glass, glass block, painted glass, or frosted glass. Accordion-style doors/windows or other operable windows that allow the space to open to the street are allowed for uses including a gym where maximum airflow is preferred.

FRONTAGES: RESIDENTIAL

ACCESSORY UNIT
MIN. (FT)

DEPTH PER

SETBACK
HEIGHT, CLEAR 8
A
B
TABLE 4.18: FRONTAGES: RES. ACCESSORY UNIT

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4.11.2 ENTRIES
For multifamily residential buildings with up to 8 units and not exceeding 40’ in width, the Primary Building Entry may be located on the side of the building not facing the public right-of-way if a publicly accessible pedestrian pathway connects directly to a forecourt or front porch with a minimum dimension of 6’ in width.

4.11.3 PARKING & ACCESS
Front-loaded parking for (S) and Rowhouse Building Types:

1. Garage door shall be located a minimum 5’ behind Primary Façade

2. Shall have a unit entry that fronts a publicly accessible sidewalk or pedestrian pathway 98 BRENTWOOD ODS Page 159 of 714

4.12 UTILITIES, SERVICE AREAS & BUILDING

EQUIPMENT
INTENT
• Locate and integrate utilities and service areas into building and landscape designs, in order to minimize impacts, on the pedestrian experience.

4.12.1 SERVICE AREAS, STORAGE, UTILITIES, AND EQUIPMENT

4.12.1.1 UTILITIES
In new developments, utilities including water, sewer, gas, electricity and telecom shall be placed in underground or subsurface conduits unless otherwise prohibited by the City of Brentwood.

4.12.1.2 LOCATION OF SERVICE AREAS, STORAGE, UTILITIES, AND EQUIPMENT.

1. All above-ground utilities and equipment (e.g., electric and gas meters, fire sprinkler valves, backflow prevention devices, etc.), service areas (e .g. garbage collection areas, loading docks, etc.), and storage areas shall be integrated into the building and landscape design, and located to minimize impact on the pedestrian experience and neighboring properties, by following the standards below:
a. Utilities, equipment, service areas, storage, and non-passenger loading zones shall be located inside buildings or away from the primary building frontage, preferably along alleys, parking areas, or at the rear or side of the building, if not part of the primary frontage. b. Utilities and equipment, service, storage, and non-passenger loading areas shall be consolidated within a single area. They shall not be located within minimum setback areas, along mid-block pedestrian connections, within 25 ft. of open space areas, within the public right-of-way, and/or within 25 ft. of a street corner.
c. Backflow preventers shall be located within landscaped areas and covered with freeze protection, typically in a green color (e.g., Hex #013220). Cages should only be installed if backflow preventers are located near areas with vehicle overhangs for additional protection. d. Utilities, above-ground-mounted transformers/meters, mechanical equipment, service areas, storage, and non-passenger loading zones shall be fully screened from public rights-of-way and adjacent properties. Screening shall consist of solid enclosures, lush landscaping, or architectural elements that are consistent with the building design.

2. All above-ground utilities and equipment (e.g., electric and gas meters, fire sprinkler valves, irrigation backflow prevention devices, etc.), service areas and storage areas shall be plotted and identified on project plans submitted for conceptual review.

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4.12.1.3 SERVICE, STORAGE, UTILIT Y, AND EQUIPMENT SCREENING.

1. All service and storage areas, utilities, and equipment not housed inside buildings shall meet the following screening standards:
a. Screening shall be a minimum 3 in. higher than the height of the equipment to be screened. b. Screening shall follow the same design, colors, and materials as the building walls to maintain visual consistency and complement the overall architectural style. c. Landscape screening shall be used to mitigate the enclosed structure. The plantable space around the enclosure must be a minimum of 36 inches wide and include dense, evergreen shrubs or small trees that reach a minimum height of 4 feet within four years of planting. A minimum spread of two feet shall be required at time of planting.

4.12.1.4 LOCATION AND SCREENING OF ROOFTOP EQUIPMENT.

1. Rooftop elements including roof access, mechanical equipment, and other features needed for the function of the building, shall be located to minimize visual impact by meeting the following requirements. Mechanical equipment less than 2 ft. in height, solar panels, or wind generators are exempt from these requirements. a. Roof-mounted equipment and screening of roof-mounted equipment shall be stepped back from top of parapet a minimum of 10 ft. from the parapet or roof edge. b. Roof-mounted equipment that extends higher than the parapet wall shall be fully screened by an architectural screen element similar in design and color to the underlying building. Wood lattice is not permitted as a screening device. A pre-manufactured screening device that aligns with the building’s architecture may be used as an alternative
c. Screening must effectively block views of rooftop equipment from any adjacent property or public rights-of-way. The equipment must not be visible from a point six feet above ground level at the property line or the sidewalk on the opposite side of the street.

4.12.1.5 VENTS/HVAC
Wall vents shall either be centered on the window or designed to be of equal width as the window. Alternatively, wall vents shall be constructed from materials that match the surrounding façade to maintain visual consistency. 100 BRENTWOOD ODS Page 161 of 714

4.12.2 WASTE REMOVAL
This section applies to solid waste removal areas, which include refuse, organic waste, and recycling areas not accessible to the public and used exclusively by the tenants/owners of the development site. In addition to these standards, all developments shall comply with the City of Brentwood Municipal Code Chapter 8.16 Solid Waste.

However, in multi-family residential development projects where no dedicated trash structure is provided, all trash and recycling containers must be stored out of public view, including within an enclosure, behind an owner’s wall or within a garage. Containers may only be placed in public view for collection purposes.

4.12.2.1 LOCATION

1. Refuse, organic waste, and recycling collection areas shall be located inside buildings or within enclosures placed along alleys, at the rear, or on the side of buildings. Collection areas are prohibited within any required front yard or street side yard, any required parking spaces, and required landscape and open space areas. Refuse, organic waste, and recycling containers shall not be visible from a public street, private street, or pedestrian pathway that has Primary Building Frontages.

2. In multi-building residential developments, refuse, organic waste, and recycling containers that serve only one building must be located within that building to ensure residents do not need to travel to another building to dispose of waste. In mixed-use developments, commercial refuse and recycling containers should be integrated within the commercial building or placed in designated areas that are easily accessible from the commercial spaces, without requiring tenants or customers to cross to another building.

3. The location of enclosures shall not conflict with circulation or parking conditions on site. A clear pathway with a minimum width of 3 ft. shall be provided for tenant access to the enclosure.

4. Refuse collection areas shall be located within the building and positioned within 250 feet of any residential units on each floor in mixed-use developments. This placement ensures convenient access for residents while minimizing the impact on open spaces and living areas.

4.12.2.2 EXTERIOR TRASH AND RECYCLING ENCLOSURES

1. Exterior collection areas must be within an enclosure that meets the following standards:
a. When trash enclosures, loading docks, utility equipment, and similar uses are visible from a side street, adjacent commercial development, or neighboring property, they shall be screened with a 36 in. minimum landscape zone around the enclosure with a minimum 3 ft. high hedge to hide the enclosure.
b. Enclosures shall be designed to include a concrete slab base that extends to the limits of the exterior on the sides and rear and extends beyond the service gates equal to the enclosure depth. c. A pedestrian access and separate access for primary collection shall be provided. d. Enclosures shall be constructed of materials that match the primary materials used in the principal building, ensuring consistency in design and appearance. Refer to Chapter 5: Architectural Styles.

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e. Gates shall be solid metal painted to match the enclosure. Any openings should be no more than 4 in. apart.
f. Concrete curbs, bollards or wheel stops shall be installed or constructed inside the enclosure to prevent bins from damaging the enclosure.
g. The proposed trash enclosure shall be sized to accommodate an organics recycling bin, as required by State Assembly Bill 1826.
h. At a minimum, shall accommodate one three-yard trash dumpster and one three-yard recycling dumpster (each with approximate dimensions of 40 in. wide x 82 in. long), and one 96-gallon organics recycling cart (approximate dimensions of 30 in. wide x 34 in. deep) plus 2 ft by 4 ft clear zone for personnel to access the trash bins and cart.

4.12.3 MAIL DELIVERY

1. All projects shall meet current U.S.P.S. mailbox and delivery standards.

2. Mailbox(es) within a multifamily or mixed-use building shall be located within shared lobbies or designated mail rooms.
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STYLES

5.1 OVERVIEW AND APPLICATIONS

5.2 SPANISH

5.3 MEDITERRANEAN

5.4 RANCH

5.5 CRAFTSMAN

5.6 QUEEN ANNE

5.7 ITALIANATE

5.8 COLONIAL

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PURPOSE
• To draw from regional vernacular and established styles, the architectural styles included herein are intended to establish a strong, consistent design image and direction for the City of Brentwood. All styles reflect the desires, aspirations, and vision of the City.
• To respond to local design precedents, regional climate conditions, and local building practices and materials.
• To communicate the essential features of each style. Within each style, required design elements relating to form and massing, roofs, walls and windows, materials and colors and architectural features are outlined. • To establish contemporary response to specific plans and current trends in each specified architectural style.
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5.1 OVERVIEW AND APPLICATIONS
Identify existing architectural styles of distinction within the city.

5.1.1 EXISTING ARCHITECTURAL STYLES MAP
The following map highlights three existing architectural styles and one transitional style that combines two of the three prevailing styles. The architectural styles shall build upon these distinct styles. 4 BALFOUR RD JOHN MARSH HERITAGE HWY

SAND CREEK RD

LONE TREE WAY

BRENTWOOD BLVD MARSH CREEK RDSELLERS AVE
LEGEND

CONTEMPORARY

SPANISH

MEDITERRANEAN

MINIMAL TRANSITIONAL
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5.1.2 ARCHITECTURAL STYLES MAP
For the purposes of the ODS, the City of Brentwood is divided into three architectural style zones, as illustrated in this map. The allowable architectural styles in each zone are listed in the legend below.

LEGEND
PA1 DOWNTOWN CITYWIDE

SPANISH

MEDITERRANEAN

CRAFTSMAN
RANCH

ITALIANATE

SPANISH

CRAFTSMAN

QUEEN ANNE

COLONIAL

ITALIANATE

SPANISH

MEDITERRANEAN

CRAFTSMAN
RANCH

COLONIAL
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BALFOUR RD

JOHN MARSH HERITAGE HWY

SAND CREEK RD

FAIRVIEW AVE

LONE TREE WAY

BRENTWOOD BLVD
O’HARA AVE

BRENTWOOD BLVD

SELLERS AVE
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5.2 SPANISH

STYLE DESCRIPTION
The Spanish architectural style is prominent in Brentwood. Spanish revival (also referred to as Spanish eclectic) was inspired by the architecture of Spain and Latin America, emphasizing their rich stylistic details. Due to the early influence of New Spain in the Southwest and Southeast, the style is rare outside the Southwest, Texas and Florida.

It is a simple yet delicately ornate architectural style that features decorative elements like hand-painted tiles, wrought iron railings and window treatments and clay tile vents. Recognizable massing characteristics for this style include multi-leveled low-pitched roofs (with little or no eave overhang) which creates a beautiful overall building asymmetry, the incorporation of open air internal courtyards which act as outdoor living space and building face modulation with tower elements.

Two notable exterior elements of Spanish style architecture are colored clay tile roofs and clean white stucco.

The clay roofing tiles give the house a rustic feeling and a bit of warmth. The stucco exterior surface, usually monotone in white, ivory or beige is a hand-applied mix of cement, water and sand that is later covered with paint. It results in a beautiful, aged-looking Old-World surface.

5.2.1 ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES

RED CLAY TILE ROOFS TOWER MASSING

ELEMENT

WROUGHT IRON RAILING

CLAY TILE VENTS

LOW PITCHED GABLE ROOF

FABRIC AWNING

STUCCO CHIMNEY

RECESSED ENTRANCES ARCHED ENTRIES

LITTLE OR NO

OVERHANGING
EAVES
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5.2.2 ROOFS

REQUIRED ELEMENTS
• Low pitched roof at 4:12 to 5:12 slope
• Red clay tile, concrete-tile, or tile-profiled metal
roofing. The appearance of these roof types shall
emulate the traditional Spanish red clay tile roof.

Common shapes include both Spanish (S-shaped)
and Mission (half cylinder/ barrel tile) types
• Overhanging eaves (minimum 24” on elevation
that face a public street) with exposed rafter tails
or beams
• Small 1’-0” or less decorative exposed rafter tails
• Simple hip or gable roof with one intersecting
gable roof
OPTIONAL ELEMENTS (CHOOSE AT LEAST 2)
• Shed roof over porch
• Gabled and shed roofs, gabled roofs are on the
side and front facing
• Shaped parapet with coping
• Brackets or knee braces at gabled ends
• Hipped-roof towers or belvederes (square, rectangle
or circular in plan)

ALLOWED ROOF TYPES
• As primary: Hip, Pyramid Hip, Gable, Cross-hipped,
Dormer, Flat, Hip & Valley
• As secondary/ accent: Clerestory, Combination,
Conical, Hexagonal, Jerkinhead, Monitor, Sawtooth,
Shed, and Skillion
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5.2.3 WALLS & WINDOWS

REQUIRED ELEMENTS
• Smooth stucco walls or plaster siding
• Arched openings at windows, entries and arcades
• Multi-paned windows
• Simple divisions of window mullions
• 2” min. Deep recessed windows
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5.2.4 MATERIALS & COLORS

REQUIRED ELEMENTS
• Light, natural, neutral color for the exterior stucco.

Colors can include white, ivory, cream, or beige.
• Wood elements including rafter tails shall be
painted darker and/or contrasting color that also
compliments the reddish-orange of the clay tiles,
including brown, dark brown, or a natural dark stain
with protective finish.
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5.2.5 DECORATIVE ACCENTS
& DETAILS (CHOOSE AT
LEAST 6)

RECESSED NICHES

SPANISH CLAY TILE VENTS

WINDOW GRILLES

COURTYARD

SPANISH DECORATIVE TILES

WROUGHT IRON LIGHT FIXTURES
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Wrought iron light fixtures shall occur at building entrances at a minimum or 1 per 200 linear feet of building perimeter.

Courtyards shall occur at building entrances and have a minimum depth of 15 feet.

Decorative tiles shall occur at building entries. They shall be ceramic, clay, or hand-glazed tile, with a gloss or semi-gloss glazed finish, utilizing blues, greens, yellows, or whites.

Window grilles shall be placed on clerestory windows. Recessed niches shall occur at a frequency of 1 per 200 linear feet of building perimeter.

Clay tile vents shall occur at gable ends.

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WOOD FINISH DOORS STUCCO FINISH CHIMNEY

MARQUESINA AWNING STACKED BRICKS WALL ACCENTS

WROUGHT IRON RAILING SMALL PORCH
Small porches shall occur at building entries or outside ground level units, and shall have a minimum depth of 6 feet.

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Wrought iron railings with decorative patterns shall occur at balconies.

Wood finish doors shall occur at pedestrian and vehicular entry doors.

Stucco finish chimneys shall occur at a frequency of 1 per 200’ linear feet of building perimeter.

Awnings shall occur at ground floor openings. Decorative Stacked brick wall accents shall occur at balconies. metal supports visible is acceptable.

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5.3 MEDITERRANEAN

STYLE DESCRIPTION
Largely drawing inspiration from a number of countries and cultures along the Mediterranean Sea, four distinct architectural styles are most prominent in the features that make up this blend of form and eclectic decoration, Italian Renaissance, Spanish Revival, Tuscan and Modern Mediterranean.

This architectural style is prominent in Brentwood and can be found throughout mild climate areas of America’s Southwest.

Arches and columns draw extensive inspiration from the Italian Renaissance of the 16th century. Rustic stone facades and earth-toned exterior surface materials evoke a Tuscan look and feel. Brighter, multi-colored stucco is also common as seen in the French Riviera and Coastal Italy.

Design features most commonly present are symmetrical facades, clay tiles, ornate archways, intricate cornices, decorative window frames and wrought iron balconies, window grilles, and decorations.

5.3.1 ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES

DECORATIVE WINDOW FRAMES

MULTI-COLORED

STUCCO EXTERIOR

RECESSED OPENING

WROUGHT IRON RAILING/

FRENCH BALCONY

ARCHED ENTRYWAYS

TOWER MASSING ELEMENTS OR ARCADE

STONE FACADE

LOW PITCHED RED TILE ROOF

FABRIC AWNINGS EXPOSED RAFTER TAILS

FLAT ROOF

VERTICALLY ORIENTED

WINDOWS

INTRICATE CORNICES
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5.3.2 ROOFS

REQUIRED ELEMENTS
• Flat or low to moderate-pitched roof (maximum
6:12 slope)
• Low-profile or barrel-profile clay tile, concrete-tile, or tile-profiled metal roofing. The appearance
of these roof types shall emulate the traditional
Mediterranean-style clay tile roof.
• Overhanging eaves (minimum 24” on elevation that
face a public street or pedestrian oriented space, ie.
public park, plaza, trails, etc.) with exposed rafter
tails or beams
• Small 1’-0” or less decorative exposed rafter tails
• Simple hip or gable roof with one intersecting gable
roof or projected wing(s)
OPTIONAL ELEMENTS (CHOOSE AT LEAST 2)
• Shed roof over porch
• Gabled and shed roofs, gabled roofs are on the
side and front facing elevations
• Intricate corniced parapet (flat roof behind)
• Brackets or knee braces at gabled ends
• Square Tower Hip Roof or Octagonal Turret

ALLOWED ROOF TYPES
• As primary: Hip, Pyramid Hip, Gable, Cross-hipped,
Dormer, Flat, Hip & Valley
• As secondary/ accent: Clerestory, Combination,
Conical, Hexagonal, Jerkinhead, Mmonitor, Sawtooth,
Shed, and Skillion
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5.3.3 WALLS & WINDOWS

REQUIRED ELEMENTS
• Vertically oriented rectangular or arched windows
arranged in asymmetrical patterns
• Casement or double-hung sash with flat or
arched lintels
• Windows shall be recessed 3 to 12 inches from
outer wall
• Divided lite windows
OPTIONAL ELEMENTS (CHOOSE AT LEAST 1)
• Pedimented or framed windows
• Paired decorative wood shutters
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5.3.4 MATERIALS & COLORS

REQUIRED ELEMENTS
• Earth tones, inspired by natural elements including
soil, rocks, clay, sand, and vegetation, typically
muted, warm, and neutral in appearance.
• Neutral color scheme including white, ivory, cream,
or beige, min. 1 base color and 1 accent color
including terracotta, burnt sienna, clay red, rust,
ochre, golden yellow, umber, sand, or camel
• Rustic materials, ie. Non-smooth stucco, and stonelike or wood accent materials • Stucco

OPTIONAL ELEMENTS
• Stone/ faux-stone as main elevation base material
• Brick
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5.3.5 DECORATIVE ACCENTS
& DETAILS (CHOOSE AT
LEAST 6)

RECESSED DOORWAYS

SHALLOW JULIET BALCONIES

WINDOW GRILLES

COURTYARD

RAFTER EXTENSIONS

WROUGHT IRON LIGHT FIXTURES
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Wrought iron light fixtures shall occur at building entrances at a minimum of 1 per 200 linear feet of building perimeter.

Courtyards shall occur at building entrances and have a minimum depth of 15 feet.

Rafter extensions shall occur at a minimum 30% of second floor and above window openings.

Window grilles shall be placed on clerestory windows. Doorways shall occur at building entrances and shall be recessed a minimum of 24 inches
Shallow balconies, 4 ft max depth, shall occur at a minimum of 30% unit living space openings of second floor and above.

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WOOD FINISH DOORS STUCCO/STONE FINISH CHIMNEY

AWNINGS DEEP OVERHANGS

WROUGHT IRON RAILING ARCADE AT ENTRY
Arcades at entries shall occur at building entrances.

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Wrought iron railings with simple geometric or linear patterns, sometimes with curves or scrolls, shall occur at balconies.

Wood finish doors shall occur at pedestrian and vehicular entry doors.

Stucco or stone finish chimneys shall occur at a frequency of 1 per 200’ linear feet of building perimeter.

Overhangs shall occur along linear frontage of building roof and shall project a minimum of 24 inches.

Awnings with hidden support hardware shall occur at ground floor openings, and project a minimum of 36 inches.

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5.4 RANCH

STYLE DESCRIPTION
The Ranch architectural style is an interpretation of traditional rural residential forms and materials. This style reflects the ranch context that exists in the southern half of Brentwood where low density residential is prominent.

As indicated in the accompanying precedent images and illustrative diagram, the style utilizes elements like vertical or horizontal wood siding, monochrome colors with contrasting accents and sparse or simple ornamentation.

Roofs are typically medium to high-pitched. Minimal detailing often includes awnings, porches and wall-mounted gooseneck lights. Facades shall emphasize verticality and architectural forms like barns, silos, sheds, tank houses and granary towers shall inform form and massing of the building’s structure.

5.4.1 ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES

IRON INSPIRED

BARN LIGHTING

DEVOTED PATIO/

DECK SPACE

MONOCHROME COLOR WITH CONTRASTING

WOOD FINISHES ACCENTS

MULTIPLE ROOF

PLANES SINGLE PITCH ROOF

COVERED PORCH

CASEMENT WINDOWS WITH MUNTINS

FIXED AWNING

WITHOUT SIDES
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5.4.2 ROOFS

REQUIRED ELEMENTS
• Medium to high-pitched (minimum 6:12 slope)
• Front and/or side facing gables
• Variation in heights and/or planes
• Masonry roofs emulating traditional wood shingles,
wood shakes, or slate roofs. Metal roofs can be
standing seam, corrugated, metal-shingle, metaltile, and low-profile ribbed panels.

ALLOWED ROOF TYPES
• As primary: Gable, Hip, Hip & Valley, Cross-hipped,
Combination, Shed, Skillion
• As secondary/ accent: Dormer, Dutch Gable,
Clerestory, Hexagonal, Jerkinhead, Monitor, Sawtooth,
M-shaped, Pyramid Hip, Saltbox
•
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5.4.3 WALLS & WINDOWS

REQUIRED ELEMENTS
• Utilize board and batten siding, corrugated
panels to give texture and variation to exterior
walls
• Siding materials shall be wood, engineered
wood, vinyl, steel, or fiber-cement
• Maximum 4” molding around window and door
openings
• Double hung or casement windows with muntins
OPTIONAL ELEMENTS (CHOOSE AT LEAST 1)
• Horizontal or vertical siding
• Contrast color of window sash with color of the
body of the building
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5.4.4 MATERIALS & COLORS

REQUIRED ELEMENTS
• Unadorned materials: metal, wood, masonry
• Neutral or muted colors which include, but are
not limited to white, gray, black, beige, tan, taupe,
brown, muted greens, muted blues, muted reds,
muted oranges, muted yellows, muted purples and
muted lavenders
• Monochrome accents of doors, windows or
architectural features
• Stucco prohibited
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5.4.5 DECORATIVE ACCENTS
& DETAILS (CHOOSE AT
LEAST 4)

METAL AWNING WITHOUT SIDES WIDE PORCH WITH SIMPLE COLUMNS

DARK SHUTTERS AND WINDOW SASHES IRON-INSPIRED BARN STYLE LIGHTING

CARRIAGE-STYLE GARAGE DOORS SHED DORMERS
Shed dormers shall occur at a minimum of 50% of upper
story openings.

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Carriage-style garage doors shall occur at vehicular entry doors.

Metal awning without sides shall occur at ground floor
openings and shall project a minimum of 4 feet.

Wide porch(es) with simple columns shall occur at building entrances. 8 ft deep by 20 ft wide
Iron Inspired barn style lighting shall occur at building entrances at a minimum of 1 per 200 linear feet of building perimeter.

Dark shutters and window sashes shall occur at window
openings.

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5.5 CRAFTSMAN

STYLE DESCRIPTION
The Craftsman style originated in Southern California and was most commonly applied to bungalow-scale residential homes, emphasizing hand craftsmanship, natural materials, and human-scaled proportions. The contemporary Craftsman architectural style interprets traditional Craftsman forms and materials while accommodating modern construction methods and uses. Identifiable features include low-pitched gabled roofs, sometimes with exposed rafters, and partial or full balconies supported by tapered square columns. Additional character-defining elements include deep roof overhangs with decorative brackets, prominent front porches, horizontal massing, and the use of wood siding, shingles, stone, or brick to articulate building bases and entries, creating a warm and grounded architectural expression.

5.5.1 ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES

EXPOSED WOOD BRACES

NATURAL MATERIALS

LOW PITCHED GABLE ROOF

EMPHASIZED HORIZONTAL OR VERTICAL LINES

EARTH TONES TRELLISED BALCONY

EXPOSED

RAFTERS

GEOMETRIC ROOF

WOOD PILLARS DORMER WINDOWS
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5.5.2 ROOFS

REQUIRED ELEMENTS
• Low to medium-pitched (between 4:12 and 6:12
slope)
• Front and/or side facing gables
• Variation in heights and/or planes
• Masonry roofs emulating traditional wood shingles,
wood shakes, or slate roofs. Metal roofs can be
standing seam, corrugated, metal-shingle, metaltile, and low-profile ribbed panels. • Multiple roof planes
• Overhanging eaves (minimum 24 inches along
primary elevation) with exposed rafter tails or beams
• Brackets or knee braces at gabled ends

ALLOWED ROOF TYPES
• As primary: Gable, Hip, Hip & Valley, Cross-hipped,
Combination
• As secondary/ accent: Dormer, Box Gable, Shed,
Skillion, Pyramid Hip, Jerkinhead, Dutch Gable,
Clerestory, Dropped Eaves
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5.5.3 WALLS & WINDOWS

REQUIRED ELEMENTS
• Utilize board and batten siding, shingles or
corrugated panels to give texture and variation to
exterior walls
• Siding materials shall be wood, engineered
wood, vinyl, steel, or fiber cement
• Maximum 4” molding around window and door
openings
• Double hung or casement windows with muntins
• Windows shall have mullion and divided lites
• Window and door trim color shall contrast with
color of walls
OPTIONAL ELEMENTS (CHOOSE AT LEAST 1)
• Horizontal or vertical siding
• Contrast color of window sash with color of the
body of the building
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5.5.4 MATERIALS & COLORS

REQUIRED ELEMENTS
• Autumn palette which includes warm, muted hues
inspired by fall foliage, harvest, and natural seasonal elements. Hues can range in oranges, rich reds,
golden yellows, warm browns, olive greens, soft rusts.
• Earth tones, inspired by natural elements including
soil, rocks, clay, sand, and vegetation, typically
muted, warm, and neutral in appearance.

OPTIONAL ELEMENTS
• Smooth river stone- looking veneer at base min.
3’ from ground
• Brick or stone cladding at columns
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5.5.5 DECORATIVE ACCENTS
& DETAILS (CHOOSE AT
LEAST 4)

FRONT PORCH

CRAFTSMAN TAPERED PILLARS DEEP OVERHANGS

MULTI-PANE WINDOWS EXPOSED BEAMS/RAFTER TAILS
Exposed beams/ rafter tails shall occur at a minimum 30% of second floor and above window openings.

Multi-pane windows shall occur around facades
Front porch(es) with pillars shall occur at building entrances or outside ground level units, covering a minimum of 40% of the facade length.

Overhangs shall occur along linear frontage of building roof and shall have a minimum projection of 24 inches.

Tapered pillars shall occur at building entrances.

DECORATIVE VENEER ACCENTS
Min. symmetrical decorative stone or brick at base of columns flanking any building entrance
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5.6 QUEEN ANNE

STYLE DESCRIPTION
The Queen Anne architectural style is a confluence of multiple design influences. There is a small collection of Queen Anne style homes within the Downtown area of Brentwood. Identifiable features include steeply pitched roof with a dominant front-facing gable roof. Ornamentation is important for this style. Typically covered in decoration, wood siding, or patterned shingles to avoid a smooth-walled appearance. Asymmetrical porches or bay windows extend to create interest at the ground level.

5.6.1 ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES

ROUNDED CORNER TOWER

COLORFUL FACADE

BALUSTRADED STAIRWAY

BEVELED GLASS AND WOOD

PANEL DOOR RECTANGULAR SASH WINDOWS

IRON RAILING

MULTI-GABLE
ROOF

VICTORIAN DETAILS

WOOD/STONE EXTERIOR
FINIAL
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5.6.2 ROOFS

OPTIONAL ELEMENTS
• Round or three-angled towers

ALLOWED ROOF TYPES
• As primary: Gable, Hip & Valley, Hip, Cross-hipped,
Combination
• As secondary/ accent: Dormer, Hip, Dutch Gable,
Pyramid Hip, Gambrel, Jerkinhead, M-shaped, Box
Gable, Shed
•
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5.6.3 WALLS & WINDOWS

REQUIRED ELEMENTS
• Utilize board and batten siding, corrugated
panels to give texture and variation to exterior
walls
• Siding materials include wood, engineered wood,
vinyl, steel, fiber-cement
• Minimal molding around window and door
openings
• Double hung or casement windows with muntins
OPTIONAL ELEMENTS (CHOOSE AT LEAST 1)
• Horizontal or vertical siding
• Contrast color of window sash with color of the
body of the building
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5.6.4 MATERIALS & COLORS

REQUIRED ELEMENTS
• Unadorned materials: metal, wood, masonry
• Neutral or muted colors which include, but are
not limited to white, gray, black, beige, tan, taupe,
brown, muted greens, muted blues, muted reds,
muted oranges, muted yellows, muted purples and
muted lavenders shall be predominant
• Monochrome accents of doors, windows or
architectural features
• Stucco prohibited

OPTIONAL ELEMENTS
• Ornamental metal patterns at gable roof
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5.6.5 DECORATIVE ACCENTS
& DETAILS (CHOOSE AT
LEAST 4)

QUEEN ANNE STYLE ORNAMENTATION FRONT PORCH

ORNATE IRON RAILING IRON LIGHTING

DECORATIVE TRIM BAY WINDOWS
Ornamentation shall occur on street fronting building facades Front porch(es) with simple pillars shall occur at building entrances or outside ground level units, covering a minimum of 50% of the facade length.

Iron lighting shall occur at building entrances at a minimum of 1 per 200 linear feet of building perimeter.

Min. 1 set of bay windows shall occur at street or pedestrian frontage
Iron railings shall occur at balconies.

Decorative trim shall occur on building facades and around openings
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Brentwood City Council
July 28, 2026