Table 6-1 Requirements for Major and Minor Improvements Requirement Major
Improvement
Minor
Improvement
1. Any sign on the subject site shall be in compliance with Chapter
17.330 (Signs).
X X
2. All roof equipment screening shall be provided in compliance with Section 17.300.035 (Screening).
X X
3. All trash enclosures shall be provided, subject to the approval of the Sanitation Manager and the Director.
X X
4. Parking lot landscaping, paving, screening, and striping shall meet all City requirements.
X X
5. Fences, walls, and hedges shall comply with Section 17.300.030 (Fences, Hedges, and Walls).
X X
6. The project shall conform to the City’s Comprehensive Standard Conditions of Approval for Discretionary Projects as adopted by the Commission.
X X
3. Improvements, reconstruction, and new construction to nonconforming single-family and two-family, and triplex structure(s); accessory residential structures; and accessory dwelling units.
a. Reconstruction or partial reconstruction of a nonconforming single-family, two-family, and triplex structure; accessory residential structure; or accessory dwelling unit that is/are not subject to Section 17.610.025 - Exemptions and Exceptions, and that results in more than 50% demolition of both of the exterior wall surface area and building footprint, (measured from exterior wall to exterior wall), shall be completely reconstructed in conformance with current code required setbacks, and height. For purposes of this section, exterior wall surface area shall mean full height exterior walls from grade to roof including existing framing, exterior sidings, and interior sidings of said exterior walls.
b. If over a five (5) year period, the cumulative demolition of a nonconforming single- family, two-family, and triplex structure; accessory residential structure; or accessory dwelling unit exceeds 50% of both the exterior wall surface area and building footprint, (measured from exterior wall to exterior wall), that is/are not subject to Section 17.610.025 - Exemptions and Exceptions, then the nonconforming single-family, 6-13
two-family, and triplex structure; accessory residential structure; or accessory dwelling, shall be completely reconstructed in conformance with current code required setbacks, and height. For purposes of this section, exterior wall surface area shall mean full height exterior walls from grade to roof including existing framing, exterior sidings, and interior sidings of said exterior walls.
c. Through Lots with Frontages on both Charles Avenue and Milton Avenue. Partial reconstruction, and/or additions to an existing legal non-conforming detached accessory residential structure on through lots with frontages on both Charles Avenue and Milton Avenue may be permitted in accordance with the following standards, provided 1) the work does not result in demolition exceeding the thresholds established in Subsection A.3.a or A.3.b, and/or 2) the accessory residential structure has not been previously modified pursuant to this Subsection A.3.c. In cases where this Subsection A.3.c. does not apply, the work shall comply with the setback requirements in Section 17.400.100 - Accessory Residential Structures, driveway length standards in Section 17.320.035.N., and all other applicable code standards.
i. Existing legal non-conforming detached accessory residential structures may be partially reconstructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as the existing accessory residential structure.
ii. In addition, when there is an expansion of floor area of an existing legal non- conforming detached accessory residential structure, the proposed expansion may continue the horizontal building plane of the existing structure provided the proposed expansion is no greater than 12 feet in height, complies with the required side setback for the applicable zoning district, and provides a minimum 2-foot setback from one front lot line along the property line that is of greater distance from the primary residence and/or the property line separating the parcel from the street of a higher classification or designation.
iii. The existing legal non-conforming driveway length may be continued in conjunction with partial re-construction of an existing legal non-conforming detached garage pursuant to this Section. Modifications to an existing garage opening that result in a conforming minimum opening clearance in accordance with Section 17.320.035.C (Parking Space and Lot Dimensions) shall be permitted without requiring conformance to current driveway length standards.
iv. The accessory residential structure shall comply with all other applicable code standards required by this Title.
17.610.025 EXEMPTIONS AND EXCEPTIONS.
A. Applicability. The following uses and/or structures damaged or destroyed due to an involuntary catastrophic event (e.g., fire, earthquake, or other calamity) may be reconstructed or replaced, and the use re-established provided the requirements in this Section 17.610.025 are met:
1. Non-conforming uses and structures
2. Existing single-family and two-family use/structures in the RMD and RHD zones deemed conforming as of X (date of ordinance)
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B. Development Standards. The new structure(s) shall comply with all development standards (such as building envelope and footprint standards) in effect when the damaged or destroyed structure(s) was originally constructed; provided, however, that the new structure(s) shall contain no more dwelling units and/or floor area than the damaged structure(s).
C. Building and Fire Code Compliance. All new construction shall comply with the current Building and Fire Code requirements; however, the Building Official may require compliance for areas other than the new construction, when deemed necessary.
D. Time Limits. A building permit for reconstruction must be obtained no later than 18 months after the date of destruction, and construction must be pursued diligently to completion.
E. Current Requirements. If the preceding requirements are not met, the replacement structure shall comply with all current requirements of this Title in effect on the date of application for the required building permit.
F. Extensions. If the applicant submits a written request before expiration of the 18 months, containing reasonable justification for an extension, the Director may extend the deadline for issuance of the building permit for up to an additional 18 months.
17.610.030 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR.
A. Maintenance and Repair. A nonconforming structure may be continued, improved, and maintained, subject to the restrictions contained in this Chapter.
B. Seismic Retrofitting/Building Code Compliance. Repairs or alterations required by law shall be allowed. Reconstruction required to reinforce unreinforced masonry structures, or to comply with Building Code requirements, shall be allowed without cost limitations. The seismic retrofitting and Code compliance shall be limited exclusively to compliance with earthquake safety standards and other applicable Building Code requirements, including State law (such as Title 24 and the California Code of Regulations).
17.610.035 NONCONFORMING PARCELS.
A nonconforming parcel of record that does not comply with the access, area, or width requirements of this Title for the zoning district in which it is located, shall be considered a legal building site, if it meets at least one of the criteria specified by this Section.
A. Applicability. It shall be the responsibility of the applicant to produce sufficient evidence to establish the applicability of one or more of the following:
1. Approved subdivision. The parcel was created through a subdivision approved by the City;
2. Variance or lot line adjustment. The parcel was approved through the Variance procedure, in compliance with Chapter 17.550 (Variances and Administrative Modifications), or resulted from a lot line adjustment; or
3. Partial government acquisition. The parcel was created in compliance with the provisions of this Title but was made nonconforming when a portion of the parcel was acquired by a governmental entity; including dedications required as a Condition of Approval for development.
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B. Further Division or Reduction of Parcel - Prohibited. Where structures have been erected on a nonconforming parcel, the area where structures are located shall not be later divided so as to reduce the building site area and/or frontage below the requirements of the applicable zoning district or other applicable provisions of this Title, or to make the use of the parcel more nonconforming.
C. Administrative Modification. A nonconforming parcel may be granted an administrative modification pursuant to CCMC Chapter 17.550 provided administrative modification findings stipulated in CCMC Section 17.550.020.A can be made. An administrative modification approval shall not be considered an expansion of a legal nonconformity.
17.610.040 UNLAWFUL USES AND STRUCTURES.
Any use or structure, which did not comply with the applicable provisions of this Title or prior planning and zoning regulations when established, are violations of this Title and are subject to the provisions of Chapter 17.650 (Enforcement). This Chapter does not grant any right to continue occupancy of property containing an illegal or unpermitted use or structure. The activity shall not be allowed to continue unless/until permits and entitlements required by this Title and the CCMC are first obtained.
17.610.045 PUBLIC NUISANCE ABATEMENT.
In the event that a nonconforming use or structure is found to constitute a public nuisance, appropriate action shall be taken by the Director in compliance with Chapter 9.04 (Nuisances) of the CCMC.
17.620 GENERAL PLAN, ZONING MAP AND ZONING CODE AMENDMENTS
Section
17.620.005 Purpose
17.620.010 Initiation of Amendments
17.620.015 Application Filing, Processing and Review
17.620.020 Commission Action on Amendments
17.620.025 Council Action on Amendments
17.620.030 Findings
17.620.035 Prezoning
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17.620.005 PURPOSE.
This Chapter provides procedures for the amendment of the General Plan, the Zoning Map, and this Title. A General Plan Amendment may include revisions to strategies, goals, land use designations, policies, or text. Zoning Map amendments have the effect of rezoning property from one zoning district to another. Amendments to this Title may modify any procedure, provision, requirement, or standard applicable to the development or use of property within the City.
17.620.010 INITIATION OF AMENDMENTS.
An amendment may be initiated as follows:
A. Council. A resolution of intention initiated by the Council; B. Commission. A resolution of intention by the Commission; C. Director. An amendment initiated by the Director; or D. Property Owner. An application from a property owner.
17.620.015 APPLICATION FILING, PROCESSING, AND REVIEW.
A. Filing. An application for an amendment shall be completed, filed, and processed in compliance with Chapter 17.500 (Applications, Processing, and Fees). The application package shall include all information specified in the application, any applicable Division handout, and any additional information required by the Director in order to conduct a thorough review of the proposed project. It is the responsibility of the applicant to establish evidence in support of the findings required by Section 17.620.030 (Findings) below.
B. Notice and Hearings. Notice and hearings regarding an application for an amendment shall be provided in compliance with Chapter 17.630 (Public Hearings and Administrative Review)
17.620.020 COMMISSION ACTION ON AMENDMENTS.
The Commission shall make a written recommendation to the Council whether to approve, approve in modified form, or disapprove the proposed amendment, based on the findings contained in Section 17.620.030 (Findings) below.
17.620.025 COUNCIL ACTION ON AMENDMENTS.
Upon receipt of the Commission’s recommendation, the Council shall approve, approve in modified form, or disapprove the proposed amendment based on the findings contained in Section 17.620.030 (Findings) below.
If the Council proposes to adopt a substantial modification to the amendment not previously considered by the Commission during its hearings, the proposed modification may first be referred back to the Commission for its recommendation.
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17.620.030 FINDINGS.
An amendment to the General Plan, the Zoning Map, or this Title may be approved only if all of the following findings can be made in a positive manner, as applicable to the type of amendment. It is the responsibility of the applicant to establish evidence in support of the required findings.
A. Mandatory Findings Required for all Amendments.
1. The proposed amendment ensures and maintains internal consistency with the goals, policies, and strategies of all elements of the General Plan, and, in the case of a Zoning Code amendment, will not create any inconsistencies with this Title;
2. The proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare of the City; and
3. The proposed amendment is in compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
B. Additional Finding for Zoning Map Amendments. The site(s) is physically suitable (including access, provision of utilities, compatibility with adjoining land uses and absence of physical constraints) for the requested zoning designation(s) and anticipated land use development.
17.620.035 PREZONING.
A. Purpose. An unincorporated property within the City’s sphere of influence may be prezoned for the purpose of determining the zoning that will apply to the property, in the event of subsequent annexation to the City. The initiation and the procedures for the prezoning shall be the same procedures that govern the rezoning of property within the City.
Upon the effective date of annexation of property that has been prezoned in compliance with this Section, the zoning designation shall become the official zoning designation for the property and shall be so designated on the City’s Official Zoning Map. All property not prezoned by the Council prior to annexation shall be designated in the R1 (Single-Family Residential) Zoning District upon annexation. See Subsection 17.200.015.F. (Zoning Upon Annexation).
B. Commission Action on Prezoning. The Commission shall make a written recommendation to the Council whether to approve, approve in modified form, or disapprove the proposed prezoning, based on the findings contained in Subsection 17.620.035.D. (Findings for Prezoning) below.
C. Council Action on Prezoning. Upon receipt of the Commission’s recommendation, the Council shall approve, approve in modified form, or disapprove the proposed prezoning, based on the findings contained in Subsection 17.620.035.D. (Findings for Prezoning) below.
If the Council proposes to adopt a substantial modification to the prezoning not previously considered by the Commission during its hearings, the proposed modification may first be referred back to the Commission for its recommendation.
D. Findings for Prezoning. A prezoning may only be approved if all of the following findings can be made:
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1. The proposed prezoning is consistent with the goals, policies, and strategies of the General Plan;
2. The proposed prezoning would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience or welfare of the City; and
3. The site is physically suitable (including access, provision of utilities, compatibility with adjoining land uses, and absence of physical constraints) for the requested/anticipated land use development(s).
17.625 REQUIRED COMMUNITY MEETINGS
Section
17.625.005 PURPOSE
17.625.010 APPLICABILITY
17.625.015 TIME AND NUMBER OF MEETINGS
17.625.020 LOCATION
17.625.025 NOTIFICATION
17.625.030 STRUCTURE
17.625.040 EXCEPTIONS
17.625.005 PURPOSE
The community meeting is intended for the applicant to meet with neighbors and community members at an early stage to present conceptual plans, provide information regarding the proposed project, and receive feedback on project plans prior to submitting for preliminary project review.
17.625.010 APPLICABILITY
The following entitlement applications are subject to a community meeting(s):
A. Administrative Site Plan Reviews
B. Comprehensive Plans
C. Conditional Use Permits
D. Site Plan Reviews
E. Specific Plans
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17.625.015 TIME AND NUMBER OF MEETINGS
A. Number of Meetings. Two community meetings shall be held, one prior to submitting a preliminary project review or an application submittal, whichever is first in the process, and one after application submittal.
B. Scheduling. Applicants shall work with an assigned planner to ensure community meetings do not conflict with Planning Commission meetings, City Council meetings, or other important city functions. A community meeting as outlined herein, is separate and apart from any other outreach meetings the applicant may conduct at their discretion, and any required public hearings.
17.625.020 LOCATION
The applicant will hold the community meeting at or near the subject property and shall also livestream the meeting, providing the public an opportunity to attend virtually and provide comments. Ample parking for attendees should be provided at the meeting location.
17.625.025 NOTIFICATION
A. The applicant shall prepare a project website with information on the project, including the project location (with a map), the requested entitlements, a project description, and any architectural or conceptual drawings available.
B. The applicant shall be responsible for notification to occupants and property owners within a minimum 500-foot radius of the subject property. The notification shall be mailed out a minimum of 14 days prior to the scheduled community meeting. The applicant shall provide the Current Planning Division with an Affidavit of Mailing and all notification costs shall be the responsibility of the applicant. The notification shall include the following minimum information:
1. The date, time, and location of the community meeting and a link for the public to attend online.
2. The project location (with a map), the requested entitlements, a project description, web address for the project website, and contact information including mailing address, phone number, and email information for the applicant and representatives.
17.625.030 STRUCTURE
A. The applicant hosted and facilitated community meeting shall follow the structure and include the material as outlined below:
1. The meeting shall be held both in person and online, with the ability for all attendees to ask questions and receive responses.
2. A sign-in sheet which shall include name, address, phone number, and email address of each attendee shall be provided.
3. Applicant shall give an overview of the project and present plans (i.e., floor plans, site plans, elevations, renderings, etc.) and results of any preliminary environmental studies as applicable.
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4. Applicant shall answer questions about the project from attendees, including requested entitlement and operation details.
5. Applicant shall consider project changes in response to comments.
6. Applicant shall keep meeting minutes that include bullet points of all concerns, comments, questions raised, and responses provided.
7. Applicant shall provide the sign in sheet, bullet point minutes, and applicant presentation to the Project Planner within three working days following the community meeting.
17.625.040 EXCEPTIONS
A. A community meeting shall not be required where requiring such a meeting is prohibited by State Law.
17.630 PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
Section
17.630.005 Purpose
17.630.010 Notice of Public Hearings and Administrative Review
17.630.015 Notice of Decision - Director
17.630.020 Notice of Decision - Commission
17.630.025 Finality of Decision by Director or Commission
17.630.030 Recommendation by Commission
17.630.035 Notice of Decision - Council
17.630.040 Mailing of the Notice of Decision
17.630.005 PURPOSE.
This Chapter provides procedures for public hearings before the Commission and Council, and for administrative review by the Director. When a public hearing is required by this Title, public notice shall be given and the hearing shall be conducted as provided by this Chapter.
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17.630.010 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS AND ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW.
Table 6-2 (Mandatory Public Hearings for Public Reviews Before the Commission or Council), below, identifies the noticing requirements for public hearings or public reviews before the Commission or Council.
Table 6-2 Mandatory Public Hearings or Public Reviews Before the Commission or Council Type of Discretionary Review
Type of Notice Required
Mailed Notice Published Notice Posted Notice
A. Deadline 21 days before the
date of the public
hearing or review
14 days before the
date of the public
hearing or review
Within 30 days
after application
deemed complete
B. Type of Discretionary Review
Applications:
1. Comprehensive Plan X X X
2. Conditional Use Permit (CUP),
except No. 3 below X
3. CUP for sale of alcoholic
beverages X X
4. General Plan Amendment
a. Land use map change X X
b. Text amendment X
5. Site Plan Review X X
6. Specific Plan X X
7. Subdivision (CCMC Ch. 15.10) X X
8. Variance X X
9. Zoning Code/Map Changes
a. Map change X X X
b. Text amendment X
A. Mailed Notice. Written notices for public hearings, identified in Table 6-2 (Mandatory Public Hearings or Public Reviews Before the Commission or Council), scheduled for the Commission or Council shall be given in the following manner.
1. Notices shall be mailed, postage prepaid to the following:
a. The applicant, occupants and owner(s), or their agent, of the property being considered; b. The owners and occupants of all property within a radius of 500 feet of the exterior boundaries of the property, or the perimeters of the premises of the proposed use involved in the application. This Subsection establishes the minimum mailed notice requirements, and shall not preclude the provision of notice to a greater number of persons;
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c. Each local agency expected to provide water, schools, or other essential facilities or services to the project, whose ability to provide the facilities and services may be significantly affected; and
d. A person who has filed a written request for notice with the Director and has paid the fee established by the most current City Council Fee Resolution for the notice.
2. Notices shall be mailed at least 21 days before the date scheduled for the public hearing or review.
3. For the purposes of this notification, the last known name and address of each property owner, as identified in the records of the Los Angeles County Assessor, shall be used, unless a more current source of this information is known.
4. The address of occupants shall be determined by visual site inspection or other reasonably accurate means. The occupant notice requirement can be met by mailing the notice to the occupant(s).
5. At the time of filing the application, the applicant or designee shall provide a list of property owners and occupants within the prescribed area of notification and shall sign an affidavit verifying that the list has been prepared in compliance with the requirements of this Section.
6. The City shall prepare the notice, which shall clearly state the following information:
a. The date, place, and time of the scheduled hearing;
b. The name of the hearing body;
c. A general explanation of the matter to be considered; d. A general description, in text or by diagram, of the location of the subject property; e. The manner in which additional information may be received; f. Any other pertinent information deemed appropriate by the Director; and g. If a proposed Negative Declaration or final Environmental Impact Report has been prepared for the project, in compliance with the City’s use of the State-promulgated CEQA Guidelines, the hearing notice shall include a statement that the hearing body will also consider approval of the proposed Negative Declaration or certification of the final Environmental Impact Report.
7. The Director has the discretion, on a case-by-case basis, to require the applicant to expand the mailing list beyond the minimum mailing area identified in Subsection 17.630.010.
A.1.b. above, based on criteria, including traffic impact, parking demand, building shade and shadow, noise corridor, cul-de-sac street, view impact, and other potential impact(s) and physical boundaries, that could help delineate the impact area.
8. In the event a public hearing or review is opened but continued to a date certain by the Commission or Council, further notice is not required, but may be given at the Director’s discretion.
9. The failure of any person or addressee to receive a written mailed notice shall not invalidate the public hearing or review proceedings, provided the Commission or the Council may continue the public hearing or review, if deemed necessary, in compliance with Subsection 17.630.010.A.8. above.
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10. If the number of notices to be mailed is greater than 5,000, instead of a mailed notice, the Director may provide a published notice in compliance with Subsection 17.630.010.B, except for cannabis storefront retail notices for Conditional Use Permits.
B. Published Notice. Published notices of public hearings or reviews, identified in Table 6-2 (Mandatory Public Hearings or Public Reviews Before the Commission or Council), before the Commission and the Council shall be given in the following manner:
1. Fourteen-day notice. A notice shall be published at least once in a local newspaper of general circulation in the City not less than 14 days before the date of the public hearing or review. The Director has the discretion to publish the notice in other newspapers; and
2. Content of notice. The content of the notice of a public hearing shall be provided in compliance with Subsection 17.630.010.A.6.a.-g. above.
C. Posted Notice. In addition to the mailed notice and published notice, identified in Subsections
17.630.010.A. (Mailed Notice) and 17.630.010.B. (Published Notice) above, posted notices for a public hearing or review before the Commission or Council for the applications, identified in Table 6-2 (Mandatory Public Hearings or Public Reviews Before the Commission or Council) concerning specific real property, shall be provided, at the applicant’s expense, in compliance with the following provisions.
1. The sign shall be posted within 21 days after the subject application is deemed complete by the Division. More than one sign may be required by the Director for a large project, or a project site with more than one street frontage.
2. The sign shall be located in a conspicuous place on the property abutting a public street, not less than 1 foot nor more than 10 feet inside the property line. In the event the sign is not visible at this location, the sign may be attached to a structure, freestanding fence, or wall that has a minimal setback.
3. The sign shall be in compliance with the following requirements:
a. The size of the sign shall be 12 square feet in sign area, generally measuring 3 feet by 4 feet;
b. The sign shall not exceed 8 feet in height from the ground level; however, if the property is surrounded by fences, walls, or hedges at or near the property lines, additional height shall be provided as necessary to ensure visibility of the sign from the public right-of-way;
c. The sign shall not be illuminated;
d. The sign shall include factual information about the title of the pending development, project case number, brief description of the request, name and telephone number of project proponent, location of property, and the Division telephone number. In addition, the date, location, and time of the scheduled public hearing or review shall be shown on the sign as soon as that information is confirmed by the City, but no later than 21 days before the scheduled public hearing or review;
e. The size, style, and color of the sign’s lettering shall meet the specifications approved by the Director;
f. A Building Permit shall not be required for the posting of a sign, installed in compliance with this Section.
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4. The sign shall remain in place until the expiration of the appeal period following a decision by the review authority. If the application requires the Council’s final approval, or if an appeal is filed, the sign shall remain in place, with the new hearing date noted, until the final decision by the Council. The sign shall be removed within 10 days of either the end of the appeal period or the final decision by the Council, whichever applies.
5. The applicant shall submit to the Director an affidavit verifying that the sign was posted on the site in a timely manner in compliance with this Section.
6. Failure to post the sign, to include required information, or to comply with applicable placement or graphic standards and requirements may result in a delay in the required public hearing or review.
D. Notice of Administrative Use Permits, Administrative Site Plan Review, Administrative Modification, and Reasonable Accommodation Applications.
Table 6-3 (see below) identifies the noticing requirements for administrative actions by the Director.
Table 6-3 Mailed Notification Requirements For Administrative Review Applications Type of Administrative Review See Chapter
Notice Requirement
Mailed Notice Mailing Deadline
A. Administrative Use Permits 17.530
All property owners and
occupants within a 500-
foot radius
15 days before the
anticipated date of
decision by Director
B. Administrative Modifications 17.550
All adjacent property
owners and occupants
15 days before the
anticipated date of
decision by Director
C. Administrative Site Plan
Reviews 17.540
All adjacent property
owners and occupants
15 days before the
anticipated date of
decision by Director
D. Reasonable Accommodations 17.550 None required N/A
1. In addition to all persons notified in compliance with Table 6-3 (see above), a notice of decision on the Administrative Site Plan Review, Administrative Modification, Administrative Use Permit and Reasonable Accommodation applications shall be mailed to the applicant and other parties directly involved with the application, in compliance with Section 17.630.040 (Mailing of the Notice of Decision) below.
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F. Effect of Notification Requirements. Nothing in the public notification requirements identified in this Section is intended to supersede the procedures established in this Chapter for other discretionary reviews.
17.630.015 NOTICE OF DECISION - DIRECTOR.
The Director may record the decision, refer the matter to the Commission for determination, or defer action and record the decision at a later date. The decision shall contain applicable findings, any conditions of approval, and the reporting/monitoring requirements deemed necessary to mitigate any impacts and protect the public health, safety, and general welfare of the City.
17.630.020 NOTICE OF DECISION - COMMISSION.
The Commission may announce and record the decision at the conclusion of a scheduled hearing, or defer action, take specified items under advisement, and announce and record the decision at a later date. The decision shall contain applicable findings, any conditions of approval, and the reporting/monitoring requirements deemed necessary to mitigate any impacts and protect the public health, safety, and general welfare of the City.
17.630.025 FINALITY OF DECISION BY DIRECTOR OR COMMISSION.
The decision of the Director or Commission is final unless appealed in compliance Chapter 17.640 (Appeals).
17.630.030 RECOMMENDATION BY COMMISSION.
At the conclusion of a public hearing on a Comprehensive Plan, Development Agreement, Specific Plan, prezoning, or a proposed amendment to the General Plan or Zoning Map/Code, the Commission shall forward a recommendation, including all required findings, to the Council for final action.
17.630.035 NOTICE OF DECISION - COUNCIL.
For an application requiring Council approval, the Council shall announce and record its decision at the conclusion of the public hearing. The decision shall contain the findings of the Council, any conditions of approval, and the reporting/monitoring requirements deemed necessary to mitigate impacts and protect the public health, safety, and general welfare of the City.
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17.630.040 MAILING OF THE NOTICE OF DECISION.
Within 10 working days after the final decision or recommendation is rendered by the appropriate review authority, a notice of the decision, recommendation, any applicable conditions of approval, and any reporting/monitoring requirements, shall be mailed to the applicant at the address shown on the application. A copy of the notice shall also be sent to the property owner, if different from the applicant, and to all other persons who have filed a written request for notice.
17.640 APPEALS
Section
17.640.005 Purpose
17.640.010 Commission Review
17.640.015 Council Review
17.640.020 Appeal by both the Council and Commission
17.640.025 Appeals of Decisions
17.640.030 Filing and Processing of Appeals
17.640.035 Notice for Appeal Hearings
17.640.040 Notice of Final Decision - Commission
17.640.045 Appeal Pending
17.640.005 PURPOSE.
This Chapter provides procedures for the following:
A. The Council’s review of a decision rendered by the Commission; B. The Commission’s review of a decision rendered by the Director; C. The simultaneous request for an appeal by both the Council and Commission; and D. The filing of an appeal, by other than the Council or Commission, of a decision rendered by the Director or Commission.
17.640.010 COMMISSION REVIEW.
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decision. Once the vote to initiate an appeal is passed by a majority, the matter shall be scheduled for hearing.
17.640.015 COUNCIL REVIEW.
A member of the Council may request the opportunity to discuss any decision previously rendered by the Director or Commission; however, a majority vote of the Council is required to initiate an appeal of the decision. Once the vote to initiate an appeal is passed by a majority, the matter shall be scheduled for hearing. The decision of the Council on the appeal shall be final and shall become effective upon adoption of the resolution by the Council.
17.640.020 APPEAL BY BOTH THE COUNCIL AND COMMISSION.
If members of both the Commission and Council file an appeal from the same decision, the matter shall be scheduled for Council determination. The Council shall determine whether the appeal shall be considered, and if so, by which review authority. Once the Council determines that the appeal should be heard, the appeal shall be scheduled for hearing by the review authority designated by the Council.
17.640.025 APPEALS OF DECISIONS.
An appeal filed by other than the Council or Commission shall be heard by the following review authorities:
A. Director Appeals. A decision rendered by the Director may be appealed to the Commission; and B. Commission Appeals. A decision rendered by the Commission may be appealed to the Council.
17.640.030 FILING AND PROCESSING OF APPEALS.
A. Timing and Form of Appeal. Appeals shall be submitted in writing and filed with the Division or City Clerk, as applicable, within 15 days after the decision date identified in the notice of decision. Appeals addressed to the Commission shall be filed with the Division, while appeals addressed to the Council shall be filed with the City Clerk. The appeal shall specifically state the pertinent facts of the case, and the basis for the appeal as required by Subsection 17.640.030.C. (Required Statement and Evidence) below. Appeals shall be accompanied by the filing fee established by the City Council Fee Resolution.
The number of days shall be construed as calendar days. Time limits will extend to the following City Hall working day, where the last of the specified number of days falls on a weekend, holiday, or other day when City Hall is officially closed.
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B. Report and Scheduling of Hearing. When an appeal has been filed, the Director shall prepare a report on the matter and schedule the matter for consideration by the appropriate review authority.
C. Required Statement and Evidence.
1. Applications for appeals shall include a general statement, specifying the basis for the appeal and the specific aspect of the decision being appealed.
2. Appeals shall be based upon an error in fact, dispute of findings or inadequacy of conditions to mitigate potential impacts.
3. Appeals shall be accompanied by supporting evidence substantiating the basis for the appeal.
D. Action. If the matter originally required a noticed public hearing, the Division or City Clerk, as applicable, shall notice the hearing in compliance with Section 17.640.035 (Notice for Appeal Hearings). At the hearing, the review authority may consider any issue involving the matter that is the subject of the appeal, in addition to the specific grounds for the appeal.
1. By resolution, the review authority may affirm, affirm in part, or reverse the action, determination or decision that is the subject of the appeal.
2. When reviewing an appeal, the review authority may amend or adopt additional conditions of approval that may address other issues or concerns than the subject of the appeal.
3. When reviewing an appeal, the review authority may disapprove the land use entitlement approved by the previous review authority, even though the appellant only requested a modification or elimination of one or more conditions of approval.
4. If new or different evidence is presented on appeal, the Commission or Council may, but shall not be required to, refer the matter back to the Director or Commission for further consideration.
17.640.035 NOTICE FOR APPEAL HEARINGS.
A. Appeal of Commission’s Decision. Where an appeal of a Commission decision made following a public hearing, noticed in compliance with Section 17.630.010 (Notice of Public Hearings and Administrative Review), above, is filed with the City Clerk, and a hearing on the merits of the appeal is placed in the Council agenda, notice shall be given in compliance with Section 17.630.010 (Notice of Public Hearings and Administrative Review) above, unless the Council determines otherwise.
B. Appeal of Director’s Decision. The Director may require mailed notices, on a case-by-case basis, in compliance with Section 17.630.010 (Notice of Public Hearings and Administrative Review) above, for the appeal of an administrative discretionary review decision to the Commission or Council. At minimum, notice of the appeal shall be mailed to all persons who previously received notice of the Director’s decision, at least 21 days before the scheduled public hearing or review.
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17.640.040 NOTICE OF FINAL DECISION - COMMISSION.
Within 10 working days after the final decision is rendered by the Commission, a notice of the decision, and any applicable conditions of approval, shall be mailed to the appellant at the address shown on the application. A copy of the notice shall also be sent in compliance with Section 17.630.040 (Mailing of the Notice of Decision).
17.640.045 APPEAL PENDING.
While an appeal is pending, the establishment of any affected use or structure shall be held in abeyance, and all permits and licenses issued for the use or structure shall be stayed.
17.650 ENFORCEMENT
Section
17.650.005 Purpose
17.650.010 Violations
17.650.015 Remedies Not Exclusive
17.650.020 Inspection
17.650.025 Recovery of Costs
17.650.030 Additional Permit Processing Fees
17.650.005 PURPOSE.
This Chapter provides procedures intended to ensure compliance with the requirements of this Title and the conditions of land use permit approval.
17.650.010 VIOLATIONS.
A. Public Nuisance. Any use, structure, or property altered, enlarged, erected, established, maintained, moved or operated contrary to the provisions of this Title, or any condition of approval, is hereby declared to be unlawful and a public nuisance, and may be abated by the City through civil proceedings by means of a restraining order, preliminary or permanent injunction, or in any other manner provided by law for the abatement of such nuisances. 6-30
B. Stop Work Order. Construction in violation of this Title, or any condition imposed through this Title, shall be subject to the issuance of a Stop Work Order. A violation of a Stop Work Order shall constitute a misdemeanor.
C. Penalty. Any violation of this Title, or failure to comply with any of its provisions, shall be deemed to be a misdemeanor, and punishable as such, notwithstanding the fact that, at the discretion of the City Attorney, violation of any section of this Title may be prosecuted as an infraction. Each day a violation of any provision of this Title continues shall be a new and separate violation.
17.650.015 REMEDIES NOT EXCLUSIVE.
All remedies contained in this Title, for handling violations or enforcement of its provisions, are not mutually exclusive of any other applicable provisions of City, County, State, or Federal law, and do not prevent concurrent or consecutive methods being used to achieve compliance against continuing violations.
17.650.020 INSPECTION.
Every owner and applicant seeking an approval, or any other action through this Title, shall allow authorized City officials, or their designees, reasonable access to any premises or property that is the subject of the approval or other action. Once approval or other action has been granted in compliance with this Title, the owner or applicant shall allow authorized City officials, or their designees, access to the premises, where there is reasonable cause to believe the premises or property is not in compliance with the approval or other action.
17.650.025 RECOVERY OF COSTS.
The procedures for the recovery of administrative costs and expenses incurred by the City for the enforcement of this Title, or any condition imposed through this Title, in cases where no permits are required to correct a violation, shall be followed as set forth in Subsection 9.04.600 et seq. of the CCMC.
17.650.030 ADDITIONAL PERMIT PROCESSING FEES.
Any person who establishes a land use, or alters, constructs, enlarges, erects, maintains, or moves a structure without first obtaining a permit required by this Title, or any condition imposed through this Title, shall pay the additional permit processing fees established by the City Council Fee Resolution for the correction of the violation, before being granted a permit for a use or structure on the site.
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17.660 REVOCATIONS AND MODIFICATIONS
Section
17.660.005 Purpose
17.660.010 Hearings and Notice
17.660.015 Review Authority Action
17.660.020 Action Following Revocation
17.660.005 PURPOSE.
This Chapter provides procedures for securing revocation or modification of previously approved applications, permits, and entitlements.
17.660.010 HEARINGS AND NOTICE.
The appropriate regulatory authority shall hold a public hearing to determine if an application, permit, or entitlement granted in compliance with the provisions of this Title should be revoked or modified.
Written notice shall be mailed (except for Temporary Use Permits), at least 21 days before the public hearing, to the project applicant and/or property owner, as identified in the records of the Los Angeles County Assessor, unless a more current source of this information is known.
17.660.015 REVIEW AUTHORITY ACTION.
A. Permit Revocation or Modification. A land use permit or entitlement may be revoked or modified by the review authority (e.g., Director, Commission, or Council) that originally approved the permit or entitlement, if any one of the following findings can be made:
1. Circumstances under which the permit or entitlement was granted have been changed by the applicant to a degree that one or more of the findings contained in the original permit can no longer be made in a positive manner, and the public health, safety, and general welfare require the revocation;
2. The permit or entitlement was issued, in whole or in part, on the basis of a misrepresentation or omission of a material statement(s) in the application or in the applicant’s testimony presented during the public hearing for the permit or entitlement;
3. One or more of the conditions of the permit have not been substantially fulfilled or have been violated;
4. The use or structure for which the permit was granted has ceased to exist, or has been suspended for at least one year, as defined in Section 17.610.015. (Loss of Nonconforming Status);
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5. The improvement authorized in compliance with the permit is in violation of any code, law, ordinance, regulation, or statute; or
6. The improvement/use allowed by the permit has become detrimental to the public health, safety, or general welfare, or the manner of operation constitutes or is creating a nuisance.
B. Administrative Modification or Variance Revocation/Modification. An Administrative Modification or Variance may be revoked or modified by the review authority that originally approved the permit or entitlement, if any one of the following findings can be made, in addition to those outlined in Subsection 17.660.015.A.1-6. above:
1. Circumstances under which the permit or entitlement was granted have been changed by the applicant to a degree that one or more of the findings contained in the original permit can no longer be made in a positive manner, and the grantee has not substantially exercised the rights granted by the Administrative Modification or Variance; or
2. One or more of the conditions of the Administrative Modification or Variance have not been met or have been violated, and the grantee has not substantially exercised the rights granted by the Administrative Modification or Variance.
17.660.020 ACTION FOLLOWING REVOCATION.
When a revocation or modification hearing is initiated by the City, the permit or entitlement shall be suspended automatically and the property owner shall be notified immediately. When necessary, in order to protect public health, safety, or general welfare, an authorized City official may order all or any portion of the operations, formerly authorized by the permit or entitlement, to cease during the time of suspension.
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Title 17. Zoning
Article 7. DEFINITIONS
17.700 DEFINITIONS
17.700.005 Purpose
17.700.010 Definitions of Specialized Terms and Phrases
17.700.005 PURPOSE.
This Article provides definitions of terms and phrases used in this Title that are technical or specialized, or that may not reflect common usage. If any of the definitions in this Article conflict with definitions in other provisions of the CCMC, these definitions shall control for the purposes of this Title. If a word is not defined in this Article, or in other provisions of the Title, the most common dictionary definition is presumed to be operative.
17.700.010 DEFINITIONS OF SPECIALIZED TERMS AND PHRASES.
The following definitions are in alphabetical order.
A. Definitions, “A”.
1. Accessory Dwelling Unit. An attached or detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete, independent living facilities for one or more persons and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary residence. It shall include permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation on the same parcel as the single-family or multiple-family dwelling is or will be situated.
2. Accessory Dwelling Unit, Junior. An attached residential dwelling unit within a proposed or existing single-family dwelling that is no more than 500 square feet in size. A junior accessory dwelling unit may share sanitary facilities with the primary dwelling unit but shall include a kitchen or efficiency kitchen consistent with applicable State and Building Code statutes.
3. Accessory Food Service. A use accessory to a primary retail use, occupying no more than 20% of the gross floor area of the primary use, where customers are served prepared food and/or beverages from a walk-up ordering counter for either on- or off-premise consumption.
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4. Accessory Retail Use. The retail sales of various products (including food) in a store or similar facility that is located within a health care, hotel, office, industrial, or studio complex for the purpose of serving employees or customers of the primary use and is not visible from public streets. These uses include pharmacies, gift shops, and food service establishments within hospitals, as well as convenience stores and food service establishments within hotel, office, and industrial complexes.
5. Accessory Structure. A structure that is physically detached from, secondary, and incidental to, and commonly associated with, the primary structure.
6. Accessory Use. A use customarily incidental to, related and clearly subordinate to a principal use established on the same parcel, which does not alter the principal use, nor serve property other than the parcel where the principal use is located.
7. Accessory Uses and Structures, Residential. Any use and/or structure that is customarily a part of or clearly incidental to a residence, which does not change the character of the residential use and/or household. These uses include the following detached accessory structures, and other similar structures normally associated with a residential use of property:
a. Garages;
b. Spas and hot tubs;
c. Gazebos;
d. Storage sheds;
e. Greenhouses;
f. Swimming Pools;
g. Outdoor recreational amenities, such as tennis and other on-side sport courts; h. Workshops.
Also includes the indoor storage of automobiles (including their incidental restoration and repair), personal recreational vehicles and other personal property, accessory to a residential use. Does not include home satellite dish and other receiving antennas for earth-based TV and radio broadcasts; see “Telecommunications Facilities.”
8. Adult Business. Any adult bookstore, adult hotel or motel, adult motion picture arcade, adult motion picture theater, cabaret, sexual encounter center, or any other business or establishment that offers its patrons merchandise, services, or entertainment characterized by an emphasis on matter depicting, describing or relating to specified sexual activities or specified anatomical areas, but not including those uses or activities, the regulation of which is preempted by State law.
9. Adult Day Care Facilities. State-licensed facilities that provide non-medical care and supervision for more than six adults for periods of less than 24 hours.
10. Aisle. A driveway that also serves as a maneuvering space for ingress and egress to one or more adjacent parking spaces.
11. Agent. A person authorized in writing by the property owner to represent and act for a property owner in contacts with City employees, committees, Commissions, and the Council, regarding matters regulated by this Title.
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12. Alcoholic Beverage Sales. The retail sale of beer, wine, and/or other alcoholic beverages for on- or off-premise consumption.
13. Alley. A public or private roadway, generally not more than 30 feet wide, that provides vehicle access to the rear or side of parcels having other public street frontage, and that is not intended for general traffic circulation.
14. Allowed Use. A use of land identified by Article 2 (Zoning Districts, Allowable Land Uses and Zone-Specific Standards) as a permitted or conditional use that may be established with a land use permit and, where applicable, site plan review and/or building permit approval, subject to compliance with all applicable provisions of this Title.
15. Alteration. Any construction or physical change in the internal arrangement of rooms or the supporting members of a structure, or a change in the external appearance of any structure, not including painting. See also “Structural Alteration.”
16. Amnesty Program. The policies adopted under Resolution No. 97-R067 to establish consistent enforcement policies and practices regarding unpermitted property conversions and building constructions.
17. Animal Sales and Services.
a. Animal Boarding and Kennels. Public or commercial facilities for the keeping, boarding, or maintaining of common household pets for commercial purposes, except for dogs or cats offered for sale in pet shops.
b. Animal Hospitals. An establishment providing medical and surgical treatment for domestic animals. This classification allows 24-hour accommodation of animals receiving medical services but does not include kennels. Use allowed indoors only. c. Pet Day Care. A facility for the primary purpose of same day, short-term keeping, boarding or maintaining of animals that do not require medical treatment, and excludes the keeping of animals overnight.
d. Pet Shops. Retail stores selling or offering for adoption birds, cats, dogs, fish, and other common household pets, including supplies for the care and feeding of the animals sold.
This use may include pet grooming, but not the overnight boarding of animals other than those for sale.
e. Veterinary Clinics. Office and medical treatment facilities used by veterinarians, including large and small animal veterinary clinics. Use allowed indoors only.
18. Approval. Includes both approval and approval with conditions.
19. Architectural Feature. Soffit, column, wing wall, canopy, roof eave, balcony, bell tower, spires, clock tower, cupolas, turrets, and any other similar element that does not create an interior floor space.
20. Arterial Street. Arterial streets include primary and secondary arterial streets. Primary arterial streets are major cross-town thoroughfares. Secondary arterial streets connect primary arterial streets to smaller streets and residential neighborhoods. Primary and secondary arterial streets are defined in the General Plan Circulation Element.
21. Assembly.
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a. Clubs, Lodges, and Private Meeting Halls. Permanent, headquarters-type and meeting facilities for organizations, operating on a membership basis, for the promotion of the interests of the members, including facilities for:
i. Business Associations;
ii. Civic, social, and fraternal organizations;
iii. Labor Unions and similar organizations;
iv. Political Organizations;
v. Professional membership organizations;
vi. Other membership organizations.
b. Religious Places of Worship. Facilities operated by organizations for worship, or the promotion of religious activities, such as churches, synagogues, mosques, and temples; and accessory uses on the same site, such as living quarters for ministers and staff, child day care facilities and religious schools, where authorized by the same type of land use permit required for the church itself. Other establishments maintained by religious organizations, such as full-time educational institutions, hospitals and other potentially related operations (such as a recreational camp), are classified according to their respective activities.
22. Attic. The area between roof framing and the ceiling of the rooms below that is not habitable per Building Code standards, but may be reached by ladder and used for storage or mechanical equipment. Any such room with less than 70 square feet in area or less than seven feet in height shall constitute an attic.
23. Automated Teller Machine (ATM). Computerized, self-service machines used by banking customers for financial transactions, including deposits, withdrawals and fund transfers, without contact with financial institution personnel. The machines may be located at or within banks, or in other locations, in compliance with § 17.400.025 (Automatic Teller Machines).
24. Awning. A permanent or temporary structure attached to, and wholly supported by, a wall or a building, installed over and partially in front of doors, windows or other openings in a building, and consisting of a frame and a top of canvas or other similar material covering the entire space enclosed between the frame.
B. Definitions, “B”.
1. Balcony. An accessible platform structure that projects from a building facade or wall without ground mounted structures or supports and is surrounded by a railing or parapet.
2. Banks and Financial Services. Financial institutions including:
a. Banks and trust companies;
b. Credit agencies;
c. Credit unions;
d. Holding (but not primarily operating) companies;
e. Lending and thrift institutions;
f. Other investment companies;
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g. Securities/commodity contract brokers and dealers;
h. Security and commodity exchanges;
i. Vehicle finance (equity) leasing agencies.
Does not include check-cashing or payday-loan facilities.
3. Basement. That portion of a building or an area enclosed by walls located below finished grade and beneath and not exceeding the first floor footprint above, where the vertical distance from finished grade to the bottom of the finished floor above is no more than three vertical feet at all points around the perimeter of all exterior walls. A basement does not constitute a story. All basements shall be limited to one floor level and not to exceed 12 feet in height.
4. Bay Window. A window formed as the exterior expression of a bay within a structure, a bay in this context being an interior recess made by the outward projection of the exterior finish of the exterior wall of a building with exterior bottom portion no less than six inches above grade. The purpose of a bay window is to admit more light than would a window flush with the wall line. A bay window may be rectangular, polygonal, or arc-shaped. A bay window is also called an oriel, or oriel window, when it projects from an upper story and which may be supported by corbels. Bay windows may be multi-level.
5. Bedroom. Any room in a dwelling except a living room, bathroom, dining room or kitchen, but including a den, family room, game room, library, office, play room, sewing room, study, or other room that could, under the Building Code of the City, be used for sleeping purposes without structural modification, and also including an alcove, loft or similar feature within a room other than a bedroom.
6. Blank Wall. Any wall that is not enhanced by architectural detailing, artwork, landscaping, windows, doors, or similar features. Solid and mechanical doors and glass with less than 80% transparency are considered blank wall areas.
7. Broadcast Studios. Commercial and public communications uses, including radio and television broadcasting and receiving stations and studios, with facilities entirely within buildings. Transmission and receiving apparatus, including antennas and towers, are included under the definition of “Telecommunications Facilities.”
8. Building. See “Structure.”
9. Business Frontage. The portion of a building occupied by a single business tenant, which fronts on a public street, faces a courtyard, pedestrian corridor or walkway, parking lot or alley.
10. Business and Consumer Support Services. Establishments primarily providing consumers and businesses with services, including maintenance, repair and service, testing, rental, as well as the following:
a. Blueprinting;
b. Business equipment repair services (except vehicle repair, see “Vehicle Service - Maintenance/Repair”);
c. Computer-related services (rental, repair);
d. Copying, quick printing, and blueprinting services;
e. Equipment rental businesses within buildings;
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f. Film-processing laboratories;
g. Heavy equipment repair services where repair occurs on the client site; h. Household appliance and equipment repair services;
i. Janitorial and maid services;
j. Mail advertising services (reproduction and shipping);Photocopying and photofinishing; k. Protective services (other than office-related);
l. Window cleaning.
C. Definitions, “C”.
1. California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). State law (Cal. Pub. Res. Code §§ 21000 et seq.) requiring public agencies to document and consider the environmental effects of a proposed action, prior to allowing the action to occur.
2. Cannabis Related Activities.
a. Cannabis. Except as specified herein, all parts of the Cannabis sativa Linnaeus, Cannabis indica, or Cannabis ruderalis, whether growing or not: the seeds thereof: the resin, whether crude or purified, extracted from any part of the plant; and every compound, manufacture, salt, derivative, mixture, or preparation of the plant, its seeds, or resin. "Cannabis" also means the separated resin, whether crude or purified, obtained from cannabis. "Cannabis" does not include the mature stalks of the plant, fiber produced from the stalks, oil or cake made from the seeds of the plant, any other compound, manufacture, salt, derivative, mixture, or preparation of the mature stalks (except the resin extracted therefrom), fiber, oil, or cake, or the sterilized seed of the plant which is incapable of germination. For the purpose of this division, "cannabis" does not mean "industrial hemp" as defined by Section 11018.5 of the California Health and Safety Code
b. Cultivation. Any activity involving the planting, growing, harvesting, drying, curing, grading, or trimming of cannabis.
c. Delivery. The commercial transfer of cannabis or cannabis products to a customer. "Delivery" also includes the use by a retailer of any technology platform. d. Dispensing or Dispensary. Any activity involving the retail sale of cannabis or cannabis products from a retailer.
e. Distribution. The procurement, sale, and transport of cannabis and cannabis products between licensees.
f. Manufacturer. To compound, blend, extract, infuse, or otherwise make or prepare a cannabis product.
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authorizing the operation of a retailer, and a valid state license as required by state law to operate a retailer.
i. Retailer-Delivery only. A commercial cannabis business facility where cannabis, cannabis products, or devices for the use of cannabis or cannabis products are offered, either individually or in any combination, for retail sale to customers, where the premises are closed to the public and sales are conducted exclusively by delivery, where a vehicle is used to convey the cannabis or cannabis products to the customer from a fixed location, and where the operator holds a valid commercial cannabis business permit from the City of Culver City authorizing the operation of a retailer, and a valid state license as required by state law to operate a retailer. j. Testing laboratory. A laboratory, facility, or entity in the state that offers or performs tests of cannabis or cannabis products and that is both of the following:
i. Accredited by an accrediting body that is independent from all other persons involved in commercial cannabis activity in the state.
ii. Licensed by the State of California.
3. Canopy Depth. The maximum perpendicular distance that a canopy projects away from the building wall to which it is attached.
4. Canopy, Nonstructural. See “Awning.”
5. Canopy, Structural. An architectural feature that projects from, and is totally supported by, the exterior wall of a building; provides protection from the elements to pedestrians below, or to occupants within the building; is usually positioned above a window or a door; and is permanent, in that it is not retractable and cannot be removed from the building within the building.
6. Canopy Width. The maximum parallel distance that a canopy extends across the building wall to which it is attached.
7. Carport. A roofed structure over a driveway, the purpose of which is to shelter a vehicle.
8. Check Cashing. Check cashing is a primary business, other than a bank, credit union, or other similar financial institution, that cashes, sells, and/or processes checks, money orders, electronic money transfers, and other financial documents for a fee.
9. Child Day Care Facilities. Facilities that provide non-medical care and supervision of minor children for periods of less than 24 hours. These facilities include the following, all of which are also required to be licensed by the California State Department of Social Services. a. Child Day Care Center. Commercial or non-profit child day care facilities designed, approved and licensed as a child care center with no permanent resident. Includes infant centers, preschools, sick-child centers, and school-age day care facilities. These may be operated in conjunction with another related facility, or as an independent land use.
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c. Small Family Day Care Home. A day care facility located in a residence where a full-time resident provides care and supervision for up to eight children. Children under the age of 10 years who reside in the home count as children served by the day care facility.
10. Clubs, Lodges and Private Meeting Halls. See “Assembly.”
11. Commercial Entertainment and Recreation.
a. Arcade. Any premises containing four or more entertainment devices, or any premises wherein 50% or more of the public floor area is devoted to amusement devices, whether or not said devices constitute the primary use or any accessory use of the premises. For purposes of this definition, Amusement Device means any mechanical or electronic game, machine or equipment played or used for amusement, which, when so played or used, involves skill, is activated by coin, token or key, or for which the player or user pays money for the privilege of playing or using. Three or fewer machines are not considered a land use separate from the primary use of the site. Up to 10 amusement devices are permitted in conjunction with a multiplex movie theater complex without being considered an arcade.
b. Event Center. A facility for public or private meetings, events, or social gatherings, including union halls, meeting halls, country clubs, banquet halls, and other event centers. Included in this classification is the use of functionally related facilities for the use of members or event/banquet attendees including, but not limited to, kitchens, multi-purpose rooms, classrooms, and storage.
c. Indoor Commercial Recreation. Establishments providing indoor amusement/entertainment services for a fee or admission charge, or renting space for private events. This includes, but is not limited to, ice skating and roller skating, batting cages, pool and billiard rooms as primary uses, and bowling alleys. d. Outdoor Commercial Recreation. Facilities for various outdoor sports or entertainment and types of recreation where a fee is charged for use, such as amphitheaters, golf driving ranges separate from golf courses, miniature golf courses, batting cages, swim and tennis clubs. Does not include parks and playgrounds, which are defined separately.
e. Theaters. Indoor facilities for public assembly and group entertainment, other than sporting events, including civic theaters and facilities for “live” theater and concerts, and motion picture theaters. Does not include outdoor theaters, concert and similar entertainment facilities, and indoor and outdoor facilities for sporting events; see “Public Recreational Facilities.”
12. Commercial Kitchen. Preparation and delivery of food and beverages for off-site consumption which may include provisions for on-site pickup, not including ghost kitchens.
A catering service ancillary to a primary restaurant use is included under the definitions of “Restaurants.”
13. Common Interest Development. Any residential condominium, community apartment house, or stock cooperative.
14. Community Garden. The cultivation of herbs, fruits, flowers, or vegetables, including the cultivation and tillage of soil and the production, cultivation, growing, and harvesting of any agricultural, floricultural, or horticultural commodity, by several individuals or households. 7-9
15. Condominium. As defined by Cal. Civil Code § 1351, a development where undivided interest in common in a portion of real property is coupled with a separate interest in space called a unit, the boundaries of which are described on a recorded final map or parcel map.
The area within the boundaries may be filled with air, earth, or water, or any combination thereof, and need not be physically attached to any land except by easements for access and, if necessary, support.
16. Contractor’s Storage Yard. Storage yards operated by, or on behalf of, a State licensed contractor for storage of large equipment, or other materials commonly used in the individual contractor's type of business.
17. Construction Contractors. An office-type facility occupied by businesses that provide professional contracting services. This use does not include outdoor storage of equipment and materials.
18. Cottage Food Operation. A cottage food operation means an enterprise where an individual prepares or packages non-potentially hazardous foods in his or her private home for sale to consumers and as it is defined in California Health and Safety Code Section 113758. The definitions set forth in Health and Safety Code Section 113758 are hereby incorporated herein by reference, as they are now enacted or hereafter amended.
19. Covered. Any enclosed, semi-enclosed, or unenclosed building area that is covered by a solid roof.
D. Definitions, “D”.
1. Deferred Compliance. Extended period of time for a property owner to comply with Municipal Code provisions as granted by the Municipal Code Appeals Committee as established under Resolution No. 97-R067.
2. Density. The number of housing units per gross acre, unless otherwise stated, for residential uses.
3. Detached. Any structure that does not have a wall or roof in common with another structure.
4. Development. Any construction activity or alteration of the landscape, its terrain contour or vegetation, including the erection or alteration of structures. New Development is any construction, or alteration of an existing structure or land use, or establishment of a land use, after the effective date of this Title.
5. Development Agreement. A contract between the City and an applicant for a development project, in compliance with Chapter 17.590 of this Title and Cal. Gov’t Code §§ 65864 et seq. A development agreement is intended to provide assurance to the applicant that an approved project may proceed, subject to the policies, rules, regulations, and conditions of approval applicable to the project at the time of approval, regardless of any changes to City policies, rules, and regulations after project approval. In return, the City may be assured that the applicant will provide infrastructure and/or pay fees required by a new project.
6. Disability. The definition of Disability shall be consistent with Cal. Gov’t Code §§ 12900 through 12996 and the regulations promulgated thereunder. 7-10
7. District. See “Zoning District.”
8. Drive-in and Drive-thru Facilities. Retail or service facilities where products or services are provided to motorists who remain in their vehicles. These facilities include drive-thru fast- food restaurants, and drive-up bank teller windows, dry cleaners, pharmacies, and the like.
Does not include: automatic teller machines (ATMs), automobile service stations, or car washes, which are separately defined.
9. Duplex. See “Two-Family Dwelling/Duplex.
10. Dwelling Unit. Any structure designed or used for the shelter or housing that contains permanent provisions for sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation, occupied by or intended for one or more persons on a long-term basis.
E. Definitions, “E”.
1. Eating and Drinking Establishments.
a. Bars and Night Clubs. Businesses where alcoholic beverages are sold for on-site consumption, which are not part of a larger restaurant. Includes bars, taverns, pubs, and similar establishments where any food service is subordinate to the sale of alcoholic beverages. May include entertainment (e.g., live music and/or dancing, comedy, and the like). May also include artisanal alcohol production that does not exceed 20% gross floor area unless approved by Administrative Use Permit to exceed no more than 30% gross floor area. Does not include Adult Businesses.
b. Beverage Tasting Facility. A beverage tasting facility means an ancillary tasting of alcoholic beverage product associated with a food and beverage manufacturing use or a general retail use when that general retail use includes the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits for off-site consumption. A beverage tasting facility cannot exceed 20% of the gross floor area of the food and beverage manufacturing or general retail use to which it is associated unless approved by administrative use permit to exceed no more than 30% gross floor area.
c. Artisanal Alcohol Production. Manufacturing of alcoholic beverage products ancillary to a table service restaurant. Artisanal alcohol production cannot exceed 20% gross floor area of the table service restaurant to which it is a part unless approved by Administrate Use Permit to exceed no more than 30% gross floor area. d. Restaurant, Outdoor Dining. Any group of tables and chairs, and its authorized decorative and accessory features, situated and maintained in an open or partially enclosed or screened area on public or private property for use in connection with a restaurant for the consumption of food and beverage sold on-site. e. Restaurant, Table Service or Take Out. A retail business selling food and beverages prepared on the site, where customers are served food at tables or from a walk-up ordering counter, for either on- or off-premise consumption, which may include fast- food and take-out restaurants. A restaurant with drive-up or drive-through service is instead included under the definition of “Drive-in and Drive-Thru Facilities.” These restaurants may also provide live entertainment that is clearly secondary to table service. May also include artisanal alcohol production, subject to the provisions of Section 17.400.015 (Alcoholic Beverage Sales).
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2. Emergency Shelter. Facilities providing temporary shelter with minimal supportive services for homeless persons that are limited to occupancy of 180 days or less by a homeless person, persons, household, or family operated by a public or non-profit agency. These accommodations may include temporary lodging, meals, laundry facilities, bathing, counseling, and other basic support services.
3. Environmental Impact Report (EIR). An informational document used to assess the physical characteristics of an area, and to determine what effects will result if the area is altered by a proposed action, prepared in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
F. Definitions, “F”.
1. False Mansard. A sloped wall segment that is above or projects down and away from a vertical wall of a building, and that is not a building roof, as defined by the Uniform Building Code.
2. Feasible. Capable of being accomplished in a successful manner within a reasonable period of time, taking into account economic, environmental, social and technological factors.
3. Firearms sales. A retail establishment engaged in the selling, transferring, or leasing of firearms.
4. Floor Area. Floor Area is considered the same as Gross Floor Area or Gross Square Footage.
Floor Area shall include all area within each level or floor of a structure, measured from exterior wall finish, except as otherwise defined in this Title. All space within each floor shall be counted towards the area for that floor and shall include, but not be limited to hallways; lobbies; stairways and elevators; mechanical or utility rooms; storage rooms; and restrooms; but shall not include basements or subterranean parking. The following specific features and structures shall also be counted towards floor area:
a. Bay Windows. Bay window protrusions with flooring that is less than 12 inches above the top surface of the interior finished floor, and which are unobstructed with permanent structures, shall be counted as floor area.
b. Residential Staircases. For residential structures, a staircase shall be counted only once if the area underneath the stairs is not accessible and not visible by way of solid walls encasing the area under the stairs.
5. Floor Area Ratio (FAR). The floor area ratio (FAR) is the ratio of floor area to total lot area.
The maximum floor area permitted on a site shall be determined by multiplying the floor area ratio (FAR) by the total area of the site (FAR x Site Area = Maximum Allowable Floor Area). Basement area shall not be included in calculation of FAR. 7-12
6. Floor Area, Single-Family Residential. In the R1 Zone, residential floor area shall include any floor area, confined from exterior wall to exterior wall, within the main dwelling unit, accessory structures, and garages, with the exception that attached and detached accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units shall not be counted towards FAR and garages located in the rear one-half of the lot shall not be counted towards FAR.
On a typical lot type defined by Figure 7-1 (Examples of Lot Types), the “rear one-half (1/2) of the lot” shall be defined as the area between the rear property line and the midline between the front and rear yard property lines. On any lot type not represented in Figure 7-1, the garage exemption from FAR shall be determined by the Director. Interior areas with ceiling heights greater than 14 feet shall be counted twice toward the floor area with the exception that the first 250 square feet of such areas shall be counted only once towards the floor area.
G. Definitions, “G”.
1. General Plan. The City of Culver City general plan, including all elements thereof and all amendments thereto, as adopted by the City Council under the provisions of Cal. Gov’t Code § 65300 et seq., and referred to in this Title as the “General Plan.”
2. Grade. The ground surface immediately adjacent to the exterior base of a structure, typically used as the basis for measurement of the height of the structure.
H. Definitions, “H”.
1. Handcraft Industries. Establishments manufacturing and/or assembling small products primarily by hand, including jewelry, pottery and other ceramics, furniture, as well as small glass and metal art and craft products.
2. Hazardous Materials/Wholesale Fuel Storage and Distribution. The storage of hazardous materials including but not limited to pressurized gas, chemicals, minerals and ores, petroleum or petroleum-based fuels, fireworks, and explosives. Includes any establishment engaged in sale of petroleum/fuel products, including storage, refinery, and recycling of biodiesel fuels that may be serviced by pipeline, rail, or trucks. This land use does not include the storage of small quantities of explosives or hazardous materials, as customary in hardware, landscaping, or sporting goods stores, etc.
3. Health/Fitness Facilities. Fitness centers, gymnasiums, health and athletic clubs, including any of the following: indoor sauna, spa, tanning or hot tub facilities; indoor tennis, handball, racquetball, archery and shooting ranges and other indoor activities.
4. Heliport. A facility for the takeoff and landing of helicopters. Also includes support activities such as fueling and maintenance, storage, communications equipment, buildings and structures, lights, and other equipment and structures required by the United States Government and/or the State for the safety of aircraft operations.
5. Home Occupation. The conduct of a business within the business owner’s primary residence, with the business activity being subordinate to the residential use of the property.
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6. Hotel or Motel. Facilities with guest rooms or suites, provided with or without kitchen facilities, rented to the general public for transient lodging (less than 30 days). Hotels provide access to most guest rooms from an interior walkway, and typically include a variety of services in addition to lodging; for example, restaurants, meeting facilities, personal services, and the like. Motels provide access to most guest rooms from an exterior walkway. Also includes accessory guest facilities, such as swimming pools, tennis courts, indoor athletic/fitness facilities, and accessory retail uses. This use includes bed and breakfasts. For stays of longer than 30 consecutive days up to 365 consecutive days, see “Hotel or Motel (Extended Stay).”
7. Hotel or Motel (Extended Stay). Facilities with one or more guest rooms or suites, provided with or without kitchen facilities, rented to general public for long term lodging purposes of greater than 30 consecutive days but less than 365 consecutive days; except that such facilities may be leased by businesses for corporate use for periods of 365 consecutive days or greater, so long as each guest room or suite is vacated by the guest within 365 days.
Hotel or Motel (Extended Stay) typically includes a variety of services in addition to lodging, such as restaurants, meeting facilities, personal services, and similar traveler-related uses.
Also includes accessory guest facilities such as swimming pools, tennis courts, indoor athletic/fitness facilities, and accessory retail uses.
8. Housing Development Project. A housing development project that meets the following definition per Govt. Code Section 65589.5 (h)(2), as may be amended from time to time:
a. Residential units only.
b. Mixed-use developments consisting of residential and nonresidential uses with at least two-thirds of the square footage designated for residential use. c. Transitional housing or supportive housing.
I. Definitions, “I”.
1. Individual With a Disability . The definition of an individual with a disability shall be consistent with Cal. Gov’t Code §§ 12900 through 12996 and the regulations promulgated thereunder.
2. Internet Café. A business where customers can use a computer with Internet access for a fee, usually per hour or minute. It may also sell food and beverages.
J. Definitions, “J”.
No specialized terms beginning with the letter “J” are used at this time.
K. Definitions, “K”.
1. Kitchen. Any room or space within a structure containing a combination of the following facilities that are capable of being used for the cooking or preparation of food:
oven/microwave oven, stove, refrigerator exceeding six cubic feet, and sink.
L. Definitions, “L”.
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1. Land Use Permit. Authority granted by the City to use a specified site for a particular purpose, including but not limited to Administrative Use Permits, Comprehensive Plans, Conditional Use Permits, Specific Plans, Variances and planning clearances, as established by Article 5 (Land Use and Development Permit Procedures) of this Title.
2. Landscaping.
a. Hardscape. Constructed landscape elements, including items such as colored or textured concrete pavers, wood decks, rockwork, masonry planters, wood box planters, water features, walls and fences.
b. Hardscape Areas. Areas including patios, decks, walkways and paving. c. Hydrozone. A portion of the landscaped area having plants with similar water needs that are served by a valve or set of valves with the same schedule. d. Infiltration Rate. The rate of water entry into the soil expressed as a depth of water per unit of time (e.g., inches per hour).
e. Landscaped Area. The open space area (entire parcel less the building footprint, driveway, and parking area) developed with ornamental plant material, and hardscape.
Water features are included in the calculation of the landscaped area. f. Landscaping. Ornamental live plant materials (trees, shrubs, vines, groundcover or turf) in containers or at grade and decorative hardscape areas. g. Overspray. Water delivered beyond the landscaped areas. h. Parkway. Land area between street curb and sidewalk. i. Plant Materials. Trees, shrubs, vines ground cover, turf or any other ornamental live plants.
j. Planted Area. Areas including live ornamental plant materials installed within open space landscaped areas.
k. Runoff. Water that is not absorbed by the planted area to which it is applied and flows from the area. For example, runoff may result from water that is applied at too great a rate (application rate exceeds infiltration rate) or where there is a severe slope. l. Street Trees. Trees planted within a public street right-of-way. m. Turf. A single-bladed grass or sod.
3. Laundries and Dry Cleaning Plants. Service establishments engaged primarily in high volume laundry and garment services, including: power laundries (family and commercial); garment pressing and dry cleaning; linen supply; diaper service; industrial laundries; carpet and upholstery cleaners. Does not include laundromats or dry cleaning pick-up stores with limited dry cleaning equipment; see “Personal Services.”
4. Libraries and Museums. Public or quasi-public facilities, including aquariums, arboretums, art exhibitions, botanical gardens, historic sites and exhibits, libraries, museums, and planetariums, which are generally non-commercial in nature.
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6. Lot or Parcel. A recorded lot or parcel of real property under single ownership, lawfully created as required by the Subdivision Map Act and City ordinances, including this Title.
Portions of a Lot or Parcel that are within the public right-of-way and restricted by easement, or similar instrument, to sidewalk, alley, or street uses shall not be considered a part of the Lot or Parcel. Types of lots include the following. a. Corner Lot. A lot located at the intersection of two or more streets, where they intersect at an interior angle of not more than 135 degrees. If the intersection angle is more than 135 degrees, the lot is considered an interior lot. b. Flag Lot. A lot having access from the building site to a public street by means of private right-of-way strip that is owned in fee.
c. Interior Lot. A lot abutting only one street.
d. Key Lot. An interior lot, the front of which adjoins the side property line of a corner lot. e. Reverse Corner Lot. A corner lot, the rear of which abuts a key lot. f. Through Lot. A lot with frontage on two generally parallel streets.
Figure 7-1 Examples of Lot Types
7. Lot Area.
a. Gross Lot Area. The total horizontal area of a lot or parcel of land inclusive of easements and future dedications where the owner of the property does not have the right to use the entire surface of the land. Gross lot area shall exclude any previous easements or dedications for a public street, right-of-way, or alley. For State Density Bonus Law projects, see Government Code Section 65915.
b. Net Lot Area. The total horizontal area of a lot or parcel of land exclusive of the following (see Figure 7-2):
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i. Proposed public facilities which include, but are not limited to alleys, highways, streets, or other necessary public sites when included within a proposed project; and ii. Other public or private easements where the owner of the property does not have the right to use the entire surface of the land.
Figure 7-2 Lot Area
8. Lot Coverage. See “Site Coverage.”
9. Lot Depth. The average linear distance between the front and the rear lot lines, or the intersection of the two side lot lines if there is no rear line. The Director shall determine lot depth for parcels of irregular configuration.
10. Lot Frontage. The boundary of a lot adjacent to a public street right-of-way.
11. Lot Line or Property Line. Any recorded boundary of a lot. Types of lot lines are as follows. a. Front Lot Line. On an interior lot, the property line separating the parcel from the street. The front lot line on a corner lot is the line with the shortest frontage. (If the lot lines of a corner lot are equal in length, the front lot line shall be determined by the Director.) On a through lot, both lot lines are front lot lines, and the lot is considered to have no rear lot line.
b. Interior Lot Line. Any lot line not abutting a street. c. Rear Lot Line. A property line that does not intersect the front lot line, which is most distant from and most closely parallel to the front lot line. d. Side Lot Line. Any lot line that is not a front or rear lot line. e. Zero Lot Line. The location of a structure on a lot in such a manner that one or more edges rests directly on a lot line.
12. Lot Width. The horizontal distance between the side lot lines, measured at right angles to the lot depth at a point midway between the front and rear lot lines. The Lot Width of irregular shaped lots may be determined through a Zoning Clearance.
13. Low Barrier Navigation Center. A Housing First, low barrier, service-enriched shelter focused on moving people into permanent housing that provides temporary living facilities while case managers connect individuals experiencing homelessness to income, public benefits, health services, shelter, and housing.
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M. Definitions, “M”.
1. Manufacturing.
a. Chemical Product Manufacturing. Manufacturing facilities that produce or use basic chemicals, and other establishments creating products predominantly by chemical processes. Facilities included in this definition manufacture three general classes of products: (1) basic chemicals, such as acids, alkalines, salts, and organic chemicals; (2) chemical products to be used in further manufacture, such as synthetic fibers, plastic materials, dry colors, and pigments; and (3) finished chemical products to be used for ultimate consumption, such as drugs, cosmetics, and soaps; or to be used as materials or supplies in other industries, such as paints, fertilizers, and explosives; (4) cannabis manufacturer and cannabis cultivation. Also includes sales and transportation establishments handling the chemicals described above in other than one of the uses included in the Retail Trade group in the land use and permit tables. b. Clay and Pottery Products Manufacturing. Manufacturing facilities engaged primarily in producing, cutting, shaping, and finishing structural clay products, including pipe, china plumbing fixtures, and vitreous china articles. Artist/craftsman uses are included in “Handcraft Industries” and “Small-Scale Products Manufacturing.” c. Construction Materials Manufacturing. Manufacturing, processing, and sales involving concrete, plaster, lumber, paving and roofing materials as defined below. i. Concrete, Gypsum and Plaster Product Manufacturing. Manufacturing establishments producing bulk concrete, concrete building block, brick, tile and all types of precast and prefab concrete products. Also includes ready-mix concrete batch plants, lime manufacturing, and manufacture of gypsum products, such as plasterboard. A retail ready-mix concrete operation as an incidental use in conjunction with a building materials outlet is defined under “Building Material Stores.”
ii. Lumber and Wood Product Manufacturing. Manufacturing, processing, and sales uses involving the milling of forest products to produce rough and finished lumber and other wood materials for use in other manufacturing, craft, or construction processes. Includes the following processes and products:
a.) Containers, pallets and skids;
b.) Milling operations;
c.) Trusses and structural beams;
d.) Turning and shaping of wood products;
e.) Wholesaling of basic wood products;
f.) Wood product assembly.
Craft-type shops are included in “Artisan Shops,” and other wood and cabinet shops are included under “Furniture and Fixture Manufacturing.” The indoor retail sale of building materials is included under “Building Material Stores.” iii. Paving and Roofing Materials Manufacturing. The manufacture of various common paving and petroleum-based roofing materials, including bulk asphalt, paving blocks made of asphalt, creosote wood and various compositions of asphalt and tar. 7-18
d. Electronics and Equipment Manufacturing. Establishments engaged in manufacturing machinery, apparatus, and supplies for the generation, storage, transmission, transformation and use of electrical energy, including:
i. Appliances, such as stoves/ovens, refrigerators, freezers, laundry equipment, fans, vacuum cleaners, sewing machines;
ii. Aviation instruments;
iii. Electronic components and accessories, and semiconductors, integrated circuits, related devices;
iv. Electronic instruments, components and equipment such as calculators and computers;
v. Electronic transmission and distribution equipment;
vi. Electrical welding apparatus;
vii. Industrial apparatus;
viii. Industrial controls;
ix. Instruments for measurement, testing, analysis and control, associated sensors and accessories;
x. Lighting and wiring equipment such as lamps and fixtures, wiring devices, vehicle lighting;
xi. Miscellaneous electrical machinery, equipment and supplies, such as batteries, X-ray apparatus and tubes, electro-medical and electrotherapeutic apparatus, electrical equipment for internal combustion engines;
xii. Motors and generators;
xiii. Optical instruments and lenses;
xiv. Photographic equipment and supplies;
xv. Pre-recorded magnetic tape;
xvi. Radio and television receiving equipment, such as television and radio sets, phonograph records and surgical, medical and dental instruments, equipment, and supplies;
xvii. Surveying and drafting instruments;
xviii. Telephone and telegraph apparatus;
xix. Transformers, switch gears and switchboards.
Does not include testing laboratories (soils, materials testing, and the like) (see “Business Support Services”) or research and development facilities separate from manufacturing (see “Research and Development”).
e. Fabric Product Manufacturing. Manufacturing facilities fabricating clothing, draperies, and other similar products, and/or producing textiles and leather products, which may include any of the following operations:
i. Coating, waterproofing, or otherwise treating fabric; ii. Dying and finishing fiber, yarn, fabric and knit apparel; iii. Manufacture of felt goods, lace goods, non-woven fabrics and miscellaneous textiles;
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iv. Manufacture of knit apparel and other finished products from yarn; v. Manufacturing of woven fabric, carpets and rugs from yarn; vi. Preparation of fiber and subsequent manufacturing of yarn, threads, braids, twine cordage;
vii. Upholstery manufacturing.
viii. Custom tailors and dressmakers not operating as factory and not located on the site of a clothing store (“General Retail Stores”) are instead included under “Personal Services.”
f. Food and Beverage Manufacturing. Manufacturing facilities producing or processing foods and beverages for human consumption, and certain related products. Includes:
i. Bakeries (non-retail);
ii. Bottling plants;
iii. Breweries;
iv. Candy, sugar and confectionary products manufacturing; v. Coffee roasting;
vi. Ghost kitchens
vii. Grain mill products and by-products;
viii. Miscellaneous food item preparation from raw products. g. Furniture and Fixtures Manufacturing. Manufacturers producing: wood and metal household furniture and appliances; bedsprings and mattresses; all types of office furniture and public building furniture and partitions, shelving, lockers and store furniture; and miscellaneous drapery hardware, window blinds and shades. h. Glass, Metal, and Plastics Product Manufacturing. Manufacturing facilities: 1) producing flat glass and other glass products, which are pressed, blown, or shaped from glass produced in the same establishment; 2) assembling metal parts, including uses that produce metal duct work, tanks, towers, cabinets and enclosures, metal doors and gates, and similar products; and 3) producing finished plastic products, fiberglass, and rubber products, such as tires, footwear, flooring, and other rubber products, from natural, synthetic or reclaimed rubber.
i. Machinery Manufacturing. The manufacturing of machinery and equipment used for the manufacturing of other products; as parts in the assembly of other products; and for end-use purposes, including the following:
i. Constructive equipment;
ii. Laundry and dry cleaning;
iii. Die casting;
iv. Materials handling;
v. Engines and turbines;
vi. Oil field equipment;
vii. Farming and gardening;
viii. Passenger and freight elevators;
ix. Food products manufacturing;
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x. Printing;
xi. Heating, ventilation, air conditioning;
xii. Refrigeration equipment;
xiii. Industrial trucks and tractors;
xiv. Textile manufacturing.
j. Motor Vehicle/Transportation Equipment Manufacturing. The manufacturing of equipment for transporting people and goods, including aircraft and other aerospace equipment, railroad equipment, motor vehicles and auto parts, motorcycles, and bicycles.
k. Paper Product Manufacturing. The manufacture of paper and paperboard, from both raw and recycled materials, and their conversion into products such as paper bags, boxes, envelopes, wallpaper, and the like.
l. Small-scale Products Manufacturing. Manufacturing facilities not classified in another major manufacturing group, including: musical instruments; toys; sporting and athletic goods; pens, pencils, and other office and artists’ materials; buttons, costume novelties, miscellaneous notions; brooms and brushes; and other miscellaneous products. m. Stone and Cut Stone Products Manufacturing. Manufacturing facilities engaged in cutting, shaping, and finishing granite, marble, limestone, slate, and other stone for building and miscellaneous use.
2. Media Production. Facilities for motion picture, television, video, sound, computer, and other communications media production. These facilities include the following types. a. Backlots/Outdoor Facilities. Outdoor sets, backlots, and other outdoor facilities, including supporting indoor workshops and craft shops.
b. Indoor Support Facilities. Administrative and technical production support facilities, including administrative and production offices, post-production facilities (editing and sound recording studios, foley stages, and the like.), special effects and optical effects units, film laboratories, and the like.
c. Soundstages. Warehouse-type facilities providing space for the construction and use of indoor sets, including supporting workshops and craft shops. Does not include facilities using live audiences.
3. Medical Services.
a. Offices/Clinics. Facilities primarily engaged in furnishing outpatient medical, mental health, surgical, dental and other personal health services, including urgent care.
Counseling services by other than medical doctors or psychiatrists are included under “Offices.”
b. Hospitals. Hospitals and similar facilities engaged primarily in providing diagnostic services, and extensive medical treatment, including surgical and other hospital services.
These establishments have an organized medical staff, inpatient beds, and equipment and facilities to provide complete health care. May include on-site accessory clinics and laboratories, accessory retail uses and emergency heliports. c. Labs. Medical and dental laboratories.
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4. Metal Products Fabrication, Machine and Welding Shops. Facilities engaged primarily in the assembly of metal parts, including the following uses that produce metal duct work, tanks, towers, cabinets and enclosures, metal doors and gates, and similar products, including:
a. Blacksmith and welding shops;
b. Machine shops and boiler shops;
c. Sheet metal shops.
5. Mezzanine/Loft. An intermediate or fractional floor area between the floor and ceiling of a main story that is open to the floor below. A mezzanine/loft floor area shall be deemed a full story when it covers more than one-third of the area of the story directly underneath said mezzanine/loft area or the floor-to-plate height of the mezzanine/loft area exceeds 14 feet.
6. Mining/Resource Extraction. The on-site extraction of surface or subsurface mineral products or natural resources. This use includes borrow pits, mining operations, oil drilling or fracking, and uses incidental to mining operations including structures necessary to the on-site production of mineral products or natural resources.
7. Mixed Use Project. Any development that contains a combination of residential and non- residential uses within one building, or an integrated group of buildings on one development site.
8. Mobile Home. A trailer, transportable in one or more sections, certified under the National Manufactured Housing Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974, over eight feet in width and 40 feet in length, with or without a permanent foundation. Does not include recreational vehicle, commercial coach or factory-built housing. A mobile home on a permanent foundation is included under the definition of “Single-Family Dwellings”.
9. Mobile Home Park. Any site planned and improved to accommodate two or more mobile homes used for residential purposes; or on which two or more mobile home lots are rented, leased, or held out for rent or lease; or were formerly held out for rent or lease and later converted to a subdivision, cooperative, condominium, or other form of resident ownership, to accommodate mobile homes used for residential purposes.
10. Mortuaries and Funeral Homes. Funeral homes and parlors, where deceased are prepared for burial or cremation, and funeral services may be conducted.
11. Multiple-Family Dwellings. A building or a portion of a building containing four or more separate residential dwelling units.
N. Definitions, “N”.
1. Nonconforming Structure. A structure that was legally constructed and which does not conform to current code provisions/standards prescribed for the zoning district in which the structure is located.
2. Nonconforming Use. A use of a structure (either conforming or nonconforming) or land that was legally established and maintained prior to the adoption of this Title, and which does not conform to current code provisions governing allowable land uses for the zoning district in which the use is located.
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O. Definitions, “O”.
1. Offices. Offices include administrative/business, government, media production/post- production, broadcasting and professional offices such as real estate offices, travel agencies, advertising agencies, graphic design, architecture and engineering services, attorneys, accounting services, counseling services, and computer software production and programming, among others. These do not include: medical offices (see “Medical Services - Offices/Clinics”); or offices that are incidental and accessory to another business or sales activity that is the primary use.
2. Open Space, Common. Areas of a developed site that are available for active and/or passive recreational use by residents of a multiple-family residential project.
3. Open Space, Private. An area of a developed site that directly accessible from an individual dwelling unit, which is available for active and/or passive recreational uses by the inhabitants of the dwelling unit, and which is open on top or on at least one side.
4. Ornamental Feature. A statue, fountain, sculpture or any other similar freestanding decorative element that does not provide shelter and is not a sign, and which serves an aesthetic purpose.
5. Outdoor Retail Sales and Display. The long-term placement of goods or merchandise not located within an entirely enclosed building and without screening or fencing. Ancillary to a primary use.
P. Definitions, “P”.
1. Parking Facilities. Service establishments in the business of storing operative cars, trucks, buses, recreational vehicles, and other motor vehicles for clients. Includes both day use and long-term public and commercial garages, parking lots and structures, except when accessory to a primary use. (All primary uses are considered to include any customer or public use off-street parking required by this Title). Includes sites where vehicles are stored for rental or leasing.
2. Parks and Playgrounds. Public parks, play lots, playgrounds, and athletic fields for non- commercial neighborhood or community use, including tennis courts. If privately owned, the same facilities are included under the definition of “Private Residential Recreation Facilities.”
3. Party Wall. A wall shared by two adjoining properties or buildings.
4. Personal Services. Establishments providing non-medical services as a primary use, including:
a. Clothing rental;
b. Psychics;
c. Dry cleaning pick-up stores with limited equipment;
d. Shoe repair shops;
e. Hair, nail, facial, and personal care;
f. Tailors;
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g. Laundromats (self-service laundries);
h. Tanning Salons;
i. Massage therapy (licensed therapeutic);
j. Tattoo Parlors.
These uses may also include accessory retail sales of products related to the services provided.
5. Planning Commission. The City of Culver City Planning Commission, appointed by the City Council in compliance with Cal. Gov’t Code § 65101, referred to throughout this Title as the “Commission”.
6. Plant Nurseries. Any outdoor and/or indoor establishment primarily engaged in the retail or wholesale sale of plants, trees, vegetation, shrubs, seeds, bulbs, all of which may or may not be grown onsite or elsewhere. This classification may include the retail or wholesale sale of plants and garden products such as sod, garden tools, and pots. This use does not include cannabis cultivation.
7. Porte Cochere. A roofed structure extending from the entrance of a building over an adjacent driveway, the purpose of which is to shelter a person entering or exiting a vehicle.
8. Primary Structure. A structure that accommodates the primary use of the site.
9. Primary Use. The main purpose for which a site is permitted, developed and occupied, including the activities that are conducted on the site during most of the hours when activities occur.
10. Printing and Publishing. Establishments engaged in printing by letterpress, lithography, gravure, screen, offset, or electrostatic (xerographic) copying; and other establishments serving the printing trade, such as bookbinding, typesetting, engraving, photoengraving and electrotyping. This use also includes establishments that publish newspapers, books and periodicals; establishments manufacturing business forms and binding devices. “Quick printing” services are included in the definition of “Business and Consumer Support Services.”
11. Private Residential Recreational Facilities. A privately-owned, non-commercial recreation facility provided for a residential project or neighborhood residents, including swimming pools and sport court facilities. Does not include golf courses, country clubs, or private sport courts accessory to single-family dwellings.
12. Public Recreational and Cultural Facilities. Facilities owned and operated by public agencies, including community centers, libraries, museums, outdoor theatres and similar types of facilities.
13. Public Facilities. All facilities and properties owned or operated by Culver City municipal government. Includes public safety facilities operated by the City or other public agencies, including fire stations, other fire prevention and fire fighting facilities, police and sheriff substations and headquarters, including interim incarceration facilities.
14. Public Utility Facilities. Fixed-base structures and facilities serving as junction points for transferring utility services from one transmission level to another, or to local distribution and service levels. These uses include any of the following facilities that are not exempted from land use permit requirements by Cal. Gov’t Code § 53091:
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a. Electrical substations and switching stations;
b. Natural gas regulating and distribution facilities;
c. Public water system wells, treatment plants and storage; d. Telephone switching facilities;
e. Wastewater treatment plants, settling ponds and disposal fields.
These uses do not include office or customer service centers (classified in “Offices”).
Q. Definitions, “Q”.
No definitions of terms beginning with the letter “Q” are used at this time.
R. Definitions, “R”.
1. Reasonable Accommodations. Reasonable accommodation means providing an individual with a disability, or developers of housing for individuals with disabilities, flexibility in the application of land use and zoning regulations or policies, including the modification or waiver of certain requirements when necessary to eliminate barriers to housing opportunities.
2. Recycling Facilities. Facilities open to the public for the collection or processing of recyclable material, subject to certification under the California Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act, which include the following types of facilities:
a. Incidental Small Collection Recycling Facility. A use incidental to a primary use of property, established for the acceptance of recyclable materials from the public, and occupying less than 500 square feet. Incidental small collection recycling facilities may include the following as defined in this Chapter:
i. One or more single reverse vending machines in a grouping that includes separate containers adjacent to each machine;
ii. Recyclable material containers that do not utilize power-driven processing equipment.
b. Small Collection Recycling Facility. A use subordinate to and different from the main use of property, which subordinate use is established for the acceptance of recyclable materials from the public, occupies an area no larger than 1,200 square feet, and involves no permanent structures. Small collection recycling facilities may include the following as defined in this Chapter:
i. One or more bulk reverse vending machines;
ii. A mobile unit;
iii. Kiosk-type units.
c. Large Collection Recycling Facility. A collection facility larger than 1,200 square feet that is the main use of the property, and may include permanent structures. The 1,200 square feet area shall be composed of the cumulative total of all permitted recycling 7-25
facilities on a site, lot or parcel. The use is established for the acceptance and storage of recyclable materials from the public.
d. Recyclable Material. Aluminum, glass, plastic, paper and other items intended for remanufacture or reconstitution for reuse in an altered or renewed form. Refuse or materials deemed hazardous by the Culver City Fire Chief are expressly excluded from this definition.
e. Reverse Vending Machine. An automated mechanical device that accepts at least one or more types of empty beverage containers, and issues a cash refund or a redeemable credit slip with a value not less than the container’s redemption value, as determined by State law. These vending machines may accept aluminum cans, glass and plastic bottles, and other containers. A Bulk Reverse Vending Machine is a reverse vending machine larger than 50 square feet, designed to accept more than one container at a time, that issues a cash refund based on total weight instead of by container. f. Mobile Recycling Unit. An automobile, truck, trailer, or van used for the collection of recyclable materials, carrying bins, boxes, or other containers. g. Recycling Facility, Processing. A building or enclosed space used for the collection and processing of recyclable materials for efficient shipment, or to an end user’s specifications, through baling, briquetting, compacting, flattening, grinding, crushing, mechanical sorting, shredding, cleaning, remanufacturing and other methods.
3. Research and Development. Indoor facilities for scientific research, and the design, development and testing of electrical, electronic, magnetic, optical and mechanical components in advance of product manufacturing, which are not associated with a manufacturing facility on the same site. Includes chemical and biotechnology research and development, and cannabis testing laboratories. Does not include computer software companies (see “Offices”), soils and other materials testing laboratories (see “Business Support Services”), or medical laboratories (see “Medical Services - Offices/Clinics”).
4. Residential Care Facility. Facilities providing 24-hour residential, assisted living, social and personal care for children, the elderly, and people with limited ability for self-care. Varying levels of care and supervision are provided. Residential care facilities may include basic services and community space. Includes: board and care homes; children’s homes; orphanages; rehabilitation centers; convalescent homes, nursing home and similar facilities. Excludes emergency shelters, transitional housing, supportive housing, and facilities for persons requiring surgical or other primary medical treatment.
5. Retail.
a. Artisan Shops. Retail stores selling art glass, ceramics, jewelry, and other handcrafted items, where the facility includes an area for the crafting of the items being sold. b. Building Material Stores. Retail establishments selling lumber and other large building materials, where most display and sales occur indoors. Includes paint, wallpaper, glass, tile, fixtures, nursery stock, lawn and garden supplies. Includes all these stores selling to the general public, even if contractor sales account for a major proportion of total sales.
Includes incidental retail ready-mix concrete operations, except where excluded by a specific zoning district. Establishments primarily selling electrical, plumbing, heating, and air conditioning equipment and supplies to the trade are classified in “Wholesaling 7-26
and Distribution.” Hardware stores are listed in the definition of “General Retail Stores,” even if they sell some building materials.
c. Construction Equipment Sales. Retail establishments selling or renting heavy construction equipment, including cranes, earth-moving equipment, heavy trucks, and the like.
d. Convenience Stores. Retail stores of 3,500 square feet or less in gross floor area, which carry a range of merchandise oriented to convenience and travelers’ shopping needs.
These stores may be part of a service station or an independent facility. e. Food Retail. A retail establishment where less than 750 square feet is utilized for on- site consumption of any food and/or beverage, including seating, counter space, or other eating arrangement, where the number of seats does not exceed 30 and is distinguished from a restaurant as it does not have kitchen equipment such as a grill, cook top or other similar equipment and is not capable of serving full meals; does not include wait service; and serves food and non-alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises or for take-out and limited to bakeries, bagel shops, donut shops, cookie and candy shops, juice stores, coffee and tea shops, ice cream and yogurt shops, and other similar uses as determined by the Director.
f. General Retail Stores. Stores and shops selling lines of merchandise not specifically listed under another use classification. Such types of stores and lines of merchandise include:
i. Appliances;
ii. Florists and houseplant stores (indoor);
iii. Antiques;
iv. Furniture and home furnishing;
v. Art gallery;
vi. Grocery stores;
vii. Artists’ supplies;
viii. Hardware;
ix. Auto parts (not including repair);
x. Bakeries (retail only);
xi. Hobby materials;
xii. Bicycles;
xiii. Jewelry;
xiv. Books;
xv. Luggage and leather goods;
xvi. Cameras and photographic supplies;
xvii. Musical instruments, parts and accessories;
xviii. Cannabis Dispensary, retail-store front, and ancillary delivery service; xix. Clothing and accessories;
xx. Newsstands;
xxi. Collectable items sales;
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xxii. Orthopedic supplies;
xxiii. Computer and computer equipment;
xxiv. Religious goods;
xxv. Consumer electronics;
xxvi. Small wares;
xxvii. Curio, gift and souvenir shops;
xxviii. Specialty shops;
xxix. Department stores;
xxx. Sporting goods and equipment;
xxxi. Stationery;
xxxii. Drugstores and pharmacies;
xxxiii. Dry goods;
xxxiv. Toys and games;
xxxv. Fabrics and sewing supplies;
xxxvi. Variety stores.
g. Pawn Shops. Retail establishments that accept personal property as collateral for loans, and offer the property for sale to the public.
h. Secondhand Stores. Indoor retail establishments that buy and sell used products, including books, clothing, furniture, and household goods. The sale of cars and other used vehicles is included under “Vehicle Sales.”
i. Shopping Center. A site occupied by a mix of commercial uses that are primarily retail stores, but may also include personal service uses, eating and drinking establishments, or other uses where the businesses share common pedestrian and parking areas. j. Warehouse Retail. A retail store emphasizing product lines other than groceries, with a sales floor of 40,000 square feet or larger, that typically package and sell products in large quantities or volumes, where products are typically displayed in their original shipping containers. Sites and buildings are usually large and industrial in character.
Patrons may be required to pay membership fees.
S. Definitions, “S”.
1. Salvage and Wrecking. Any property used for the breaking up, dismantling, sorting, storage, distribution, or sale of any scrap, waste material or junk.
2. Schools. The uses in this category do not include pre-schools and child day care facilities (see “Child Day Care Facilities”). See also the definition of “Studios - Art, Dance, Music, Photography, etc.” for smaller-scale facilities offering specialized instruction. Schools includes:
a. Public Schools, Kindergarten to 12th Grade. A public institution of learning for minors offering instruction in those courses of study required by the California Education Code and maintained in compliance with the standards set by the State Board of Education.
This use includes pre-K, kindergarten, elementary school, middle or junior high school, or senior high school.
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b. Private Schools, Kindergarten to 12th Grade. A private institution of learning for minors. This use includes private pre-K, kindergarten, elementary school, middle or junior high school, senior high school, or boarding schools. c. Colleges, Universities, and Trade Schools. A public or private institution of higher education providing curricula of a general or professional nature. This classification includes Vocational/Trade schools, Business/Secretarial schools, Military Academies, and Professional schools (law, medicine, and the like).
3. Senior Citizen Congregate Care Housing. Residential developments reserved for senior citizens but where common facilities are typically provided for meals and recreation. The use includes independent living units and assisted living units. This use may include supportive medical and non-medical services directly affiliated with the treatment of on- site patients.
4. Setback. The distance by which the wall of a structure, parking area or other development feature must be separated from a lot line, other structure or development feature, or street centerline. See also “Yard.”
5. Signs. See Section 17.330.015 (Sign Definitions)
6. Single-Family Dwellings. A building designed for and/or occupied exclusively by one household. Also includes factory-built, modular housing units, constructed in compliance with the Uniform Building Code (UBC), and mobile homes/manufactured housing on permanent foundations.
7. Single Room Occupancy (SRO) Unit. A dwelling unit with a minimum floor area of 200 square feet and a maximum floor area of 350 square feet. These dwelling units shall have kitchen and bathroom facilities. Each dwelling unit is restricted to occupancy by no more than two persons and is offered on a monthly rental basis or longer.
8. Site. A parcel or adjoining parcels under single ownership or single control, considered a unit for the purposes of development or other use. Portions of a Site that are within the public right-of-way and restricted by easement, or similar instrument, to sidewalk, alley, or street uses shall not be considered a part of the Site (except for calculations of Gross Lot Area and Density).
9. Site Coverage. The percentage of total site area occupied by structures and paving for vehicle use. Structure/building coverage includes the primary structure, all accessory structures (e.g., carports, garages, patio covers, storage sheds, trash dumpster enclosures, and the like) and architectural features (e.g., chimneys, balconies, decks above the first floor, porches, stairs, and the like). Structure/building coverage is measured from exterior wall to exterior wall. Pavement coverage includes areas necessary for the ingress, egress, outdoor parking, and circulation of motor vehicles.
10. Special Event. A duly licensed and approved activity of limited duration that is not directly related to an established business on the premises where the event is held, such as a carnival or Christmas tree sales on a vacant or unused lot, or a fund-raising activity of a nonprofit organization held on the improved premises of an established business. 7-29
11. Split Jurisdiction Lot. As used in this Section, shall mean a lot or parcel where the City of Culver City and the boundary of another jurisdiction, such as the City of Los Angeles, bisects the parcel or lot boundaries.
12. State Density Bonus Law. Chapter 4.3 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the California Government Code.
13. Storage.
a. Warehouse Storage. Facilities for the storage of furniture, household goods, or other commercial goods of any nature. Includes cold storage. Does not include personal storage facilities offered for rent or lease to the general public. The storage of materials accessory and incidental to a primary use is not considered a land use separate from the primary use.
b. Personal Storage Facility. A structure or group of structures containing generally small, individual, compartmentalized stalls or lockers rented as individual storage spaces. c. Outdoor Storage (Accessory). On-site at-grade or shelved space for the storage of business-related materials, products, and goods. All on-site storage is limited to those materials directly used or produced in relation to the functional on-site business activity, subject to all storage and screening requirements of this Title.
14. Story. That portion of a building included between the surface of any floor and the surface of the next floor above it, or if there is no floor above, then the space between the floor and the ceiling above.
15. Street. A public thoroughfare accepted by the City, which affords principal means of access to abutting property, including avenue, place, way, drive, lane, boulevard, highway, road, and any other thoroughfare, except an alley as defined in this Article.
16. Street Line. The boundary between a street right-of-way and property. Portions of a property that are within the public right-of-way and restricted by easement, or similar instrument, to sidewalk, alley, or street uses shall not be considered a part of the property (except for calculations of Gross Lot Area and Density).
17. Street Wall. The wall of a building facing the street or near the property line. The street wall may include arcades, colonnades, recessed pedestrian entrances, decorative stairs, public art, and other features deemed pedestrian-oriented.
18. Structural Alteration. Any construction or physical change in the supporting members of a structure, such as bearing walls, columns, beams or girders. See also “Alteration.”
19. Structure. Anything constructed or erected, the use of which requires attachment to the ground or attachment to something located on the ground. For the purposes of this Title, the term “structure” includes “buildings.”
20. Studios - Art, Dance, Music, Photography, etc. Small-scale facilities, typically accommodating students in no more than 3,000 square feet of instructional area. These include facilities for: individual and group instruction and training in the arts; performing arts and production rehearsal; photography, and the processing of photographs produced only by users of the studio facilities; and fitness studio uses including, but not limited to, educational tutoring and training, martial arts training, aerobics, yoga, personal training, indoor cycling, pilates, and gymnastics, or a similar use as determined by the Director.
Larger facilities are included under the definition of “Health/Fitness Facilities.” 7-30
21. Subdivision. The division, by any subdivider, of any unit or portion of land shown on the latest equalized Los Angeles County assessment roll as a unit or contiguous units, for the purpose of sale, lease or financing, whether immediate or future. Property shall be considered as contiguous units, even if it is separated by roads, streets, utility easement or railroad rights-of-way. Subdivision includes the following, as defined in Cal. Civil Code § 1351: a condominium project, a community apartment project, or the conversion of five or more existing dwelling units to a stock cooperative.
22. Subdivision Map Act, or Map Act. Division 2, Title 7 of the California Gov’t Code, commencing with § 66410 as presently constituted, and any amendments to those provisions.
23. Subterranean Parking. A parking area fully below grade or partially below grade, such that not more than three feet of the structure projects above grade.
24. Supportive Housing. Housing with no limit on length of stay, that is occupied by the target population and that is linked to on-site or off-site services that assist the supportive housing resident in retaining the housing, improving his or her health status, and maximizing his or her ability to live and when possible, work in the community. Supportive Housing shall be considered a residential use of the same type as other residential uses of the same type in the same zone.
T. Definitions, “T”.
1. Tandem Parking. A parking space configuration where two or more parking spaces are lined up behind each other.
2. Target Population. Adults with low-income having one or more disabilities, including mental illness HIV or AIDS substance abuse or other chronic health conditions, or individuals eligible for services provided under the Lanternman Developmental Disabilities Services Act and may, among other populations, include families with children, elderly persons young adults aging out of the foster care system individuals exiting from institutional settings veterans or homeless people.
3. Telecommunications.
a. Antenna. Any system of wires, poles, rods, reflecting discs or similar devices used for the transmission and/or reception of electromagnetic radiation waves, including devices with active elements extending in any direction, and directional parasitic arrays with elements attached to a generally horizontal boom that may be mounted on a vertical support structure.
b. Building- or Roof-mounted Antenna. An antenna mounted on the side or top of a building or another structure (e.g., water tank, billboard, church steeple, freestanding sign, and the like), where the entire weight of the antenna is supported by the building, through the use of an approved framework or other structural system attached to one or more structural members of the roof or walls of the building. c. Cellular. An analog or digital wireless communication technology based on a system of interconnected neighboring cell sites, each of which contains antennas. 7-31
d. Cellular Mobile Radio Telephone Utility Facility (Facility). A type of remote communication installation that includes a grouping or series of antennas that transmit, relay, and receive radio waves, together with equipment functionally integrated into a communication system, located on a cell site that is part of a network for transmission of telephone service.
e. Co-location. The locating of wireless communications equipment from more one provider on a single ground-mounted, roof-mounted, or structure-mounted facility. f. Dish Antenna. A parabolic, dish-like antenna that transmits and/or receives electromagnetic waves by line of sight.
g. Ground-Mounted Antenna. An antenna, the entire weight of which is supported by a manufacturer- and/or installer-specified and City-approved platform, framework, pole or other structural system; which system is freestanding, affixed directly on or in the ground by a foundation, excluding lateral bracing to a building. h. Height. The vertical distance between the highest point of a dish antenna, when actuated to its most vertical position and grade below for a ground-mounted dish antenna, and to the roof below for a roof-mounted dish antenna. i. Monopole. A structure composed of a single spire used to support antennas and related equipment.
j. Primary Dish Antenna Facility. A facility that is the primary use of a site consisting of one or more dish antennas, the ancillary structures and electronic equipment necessary to support or operate the antennas, and offices for the business selling transmission services.
k. Reasonable Functional Use. The positioning of a dish antenna that permits substantially unobstructed line of sight with geosynchronous orbiting satellites, or microwave dish antennas, from or to which the dish antenna receives or transmits electromagnetic waves.
l. Satellite Dish Antenna. An antenna for the home, business or institutional reception of television, data, and other telecommunications broadcasts from orbiting satellites. m. Telecommunications Facilities. Public, commercial and private electromagnetic and photoelectrical transmission, broadcast, repeater and receiving stations for radio, television, telegraph, telephone, cellular telephone, and data network communications; including commercial earth stations for satellite-based communications. Includes antennas, towers, commercial satellite dish antennas, conduit and equipment structures. Does not include telephone, telegraph and cable television transmission facilities utilizing hard-wired or direct cable connections.
4. Temporary Event. A duly licensed and approved activity of limited duration, directly related to an established business on the premises where the event is held, such as the outdoor sales of Christmas trees by a supermarket, or a weekend festive promotion for a business staged outdoors and providing complimentary food, music, entertainment or similar attractions to entice public attendance or participation. 7 -32
5. Townhouse. A group of four or more attached single-family dwelling units sharing a c
ommon wall with other single-family dwelling units on one or two sides. Ownership of t
ownhouses may be fee simple (separate lots) or condominiums. May also be referred to as a t
ownhome or rowhouse. Townhouses are considered a multiple-family housing type in this Title.
6. Transit Stations. Passenger stations for vehicular and rail mass transit systems; includes buses, taxis, railways, and the like.
7. Transitional Housing. Temporary housing for at least six months for a homeless individual o
r family transitioning to permanent housing. Housing can take several forms including group housing or multi-family units and may include supportive services to allow for n
ecessary life skills in support of independent living. Transitional housing shall be considered a residential use of the same type as other residential uses of the same type in the same zone.
8. Triplex. Attached residential structure under single ownership containing three dwellings.
9. Two-Family Dwelling/Duplex. One residential structure on a single lot containing two dwelling units, each of which is functionally separate from the other.
U. De
finitions, “U”.
1. Unit. See “Dwelling Unit.”
2. Use. The purpose for which land or a structure is designed, arranged, intended, occupied, or maintained.
V. D
efinitions, “V”.
1. Variance. A discretionary entitlement that may waive or relax the development standards of this Title, in compliance with Chapter 17.550 (Variances and Administrative Modifications).
2. Vehicle Sales/Rental. The sales and rental of automobiles, trucks, vans, and other vehicles as a primary use, including the incidental wholesale and retail sale of vehicle parts as an accessory use. This includes, but it is not limited to, retail establishments selling and/o r
re
nting automobiles, trucks, and vans. May also include repair shops and the sales of parts and accessories, incidental to vehicle dealerships. Does not include: the sale of auto parts/accessories separate from a vehicle dealership or bicycle and moped sales (see “Retail - General Retail Stores”).
3. Vehicle Services. The repair, alteration, restoration, towing, painting, or finishing o f
au
tomobiles, trucks, recreational vehicles, boats, and other vehicles as a primary use, including the incidental wholesale and retail sale of vehicle parts as an accessory use. This includes, but it is not limited to, the following categories. a. Accessories Installation. Minor facilities that specialize in the addition of supplement al
c
onvenience items or devices to vehicles that do not involve the primary operating system of a vehicle (such as motors or transmissions) or structural features (such as body, chassis, or suspension). These establishments provide installation of alarms, stereos, window tinting, and the like.
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b. Body/Paint. Facilities that provide vehicle painting, body, frame, and fender work indoors.
c. Car Washes. Permanent, self-service and/or attended car washing establishments, including fully mechanized facilities. May include detailing services. Temporary car w
ashes are fund-raising activities, typically conducted at a service station or other a
utomotive-related business, where volunteers wash vehicles by hand, and the duration of the event is limited to one day. See Chapter 17.520 (Temporary Use, Special Event and Temporary Event Permits).
d. Electric Vehicle Charging Stations. A retail business that provides charging facilities for e
lectric vehicles. Does not include repair services that are incidental to charging services (see “Fueling/Charging, Incidental Repair”), the storage or repair of wrecked or a
bandoned vehicles (see “Salvage and Wrecking”), vehicle painting, body or fender work (see “Vehicle Sales and Services - Body/Paint”), or the rental of vehicle storage or p
arking spaces. A convenience store (see “Retail - Convenience Store”) on the same site as
a fueling station is considered a separate land use, and is separately defined. e. Fueling Stations. A retail business selling gasoline or other motor vehicle fuels. Does not include repair services that are incidental to fuel services (see “Fueling, Incidental R
epair”), the storage or repair of wrecked or abandoned vehicles (see “Salvage and Wrecking”), vehicle painting, body or fender work (see “Vehicle Sales and Services - Body/Paint”), or the rental of vehicle storage or parking spaces. A convenience store (see “Retail - Convenience Store”) on the same site as a fueling station is considered a separate land use, and is separately defined.
f. Fueling/Charging, Incidental Repair. A retail business selling gasoline or other motor v
ehicle fuels and/or providing charging facilities for electric vehicles. This use includes repair services that are incidental to fuel/charging services. A convenience store (see “
Retail - Convenience Store”) on the same site as a fueling station is considered a separate land use, and is separately defined.
g. Impounding/Storage. Facilities that provide impounding and storage of towed or i
mpounded vehicles. Does not include towing (see “Vehicle Services - Towing”). h. Maintenance/Repair. Repair facilities dealing with vehicles, including the installation, replacement, tuning, or maintenance of the various parts, equipment, or operating s
ystems of a vehicle.
i. Towing. Facilities that provide vehicle towing. Does not include storage of towed or i
mpounded vehicles (see “Vehicle Sales and Services - Impounding/Storage”).
W. D
efinitions, “W”.
1. Warehousing and Distribution. Facilities for the storage of furniture, household goods, or o
ther commercial goods of any nature. Includes terminal facilities for handing freight and cold storage. Does not include: warehouse or personal storage facilities offered for rent or le
ase to the general public (see “Storage, Personal Storage Facilities”); and warehouse facilities in which the primary purpose of storage is for wholesaling and distribution (see “Wholesaling and Distribution”).
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2. Wholesaling and Distribution. Establishments engaged in selling merchandise to retailers; to industrial, commercial, institutional, farm, or professional business users; to the trade; or t
o other wholesalers; or acting as agents or brokers in buying merchandise for or selling merchandise to such persons or companies. Includes such establishments as:
a. Agents, merchandise or commodity brokers, and commission merchants; b. Assemblers, buyers and associations engaged in the cooperative marketing of farm products; Cannabis distribution;
c. Cannabis retail-delivery only
d. Merchant wholesalers;
e. Stores primarily selling electrical, plumbing, heating and air conditioning supplies and equipment.
3. Wing Wall. A wall that extends from an exterior building wall; is architecturally integrated into the design of the building to which it is attached, and has the effect of partially or entirely “fencing” an outdoor area.
X
. Definitions, “X”.
No specialized terms beginning with the letter “X” are used at this time.
Y. Definitions, “Y”.
1. Yard. An area between a lot line and a setback, unobstructed and unoccupied from the ground upward, except for projections permitted by this Title. See Section 17.300.02 0 (
Setback Regulations and Exceptions).
a. Front Yard. An area extending across the full width of the lot between the front lot line and the required setback.
b. Rear Yard. An area extending the full width of the lot between a rear lot line and the r
equired setback.
c. Side Yard. An area extending from the front yard to the rear yard between the nearest side lot line and the required setback.
Z. De
finitions, “Z”.
1. Zoning Code. The Culver City Zoning Code, Title 17 of the Culver City Municipal Code, referred to herein as “this Title”.
2. Zoning District. Any of the residential, mixed use, planned development, special-purpose, or overlay districts established by Article 2 of this Title (Zoning Districts, Allowable Land Uses, and Zone-Specific Standards), within which certain land uses are allowed o r
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rohibited, and certain site planning and development standards are established (e.g., setbacks, height limits, site coverage requirements, and the like).
Waterbody
City Park
County and State Park
City Limits
Residential Zones
Single-Family Residential
Two-Family Residential
Low Density Multiple-Family Residential
Medium Density Multiple-Family Residential
High Density Multiple-Family Residential
Mixed Use Zones
Mixed Use Neighborhood
Mixed Use Corridor 1
Mixed Use Corridor 2
Mixed Use Downtown
Mixed Use Medium
Mixed Use Industrial
Mixed Use High
Special Purpose Zones
Planned Development
Institutional
Studio
Open Space
Cemetery
Transportation
0 0.5 10.25
Miles
Sources: City of Culver City (2024); County of Los Angeles (202 1); ESRI (202 1).
Zoning Map
08/26/2024
Venice Blvd. Washington Blvd.
National Blvd.
Duquesne Ave.
La Cienega Blvd.
Overland Ave.
Jefferson Blvd.Culver Blvd.
Washington Blvd.
Venice Blvd.
Washington Pl. Sepulveda Blvd.
Sepulveda Blvd.
Slauson Ave.
La Cienega Blvd.
City of Los Angeles
City of
Santa
Monica
City of Los Angeles
Ladera Heights
Baldwin Hills
Inglewood Oil Field
West Los
Angeles
College Unincorporated
County
Ballona Creek
Marina Del Rey
Overlay Zones
Residential Hillsides Overlay -
Culver Crest
Residential Hillsides Overlay -
Blair Hills
Residential Zero Setback
Overlay
Civic Center Overlay
PD-1
PD-2
PD-3
PD-4
PD-5
PD-6
PD-7
PD-8
PD-9
PD-10
PD-1 1 PD-1 2
PD-13
PD-1 4
PD-1 5 PD-1 6
PD-1 7
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