Agenda — Indio City Council, August 17, 2022 (part 5 of 8)

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Connected Neighborhood Low
Provides a broad range of low‐ to moderate‐intensity housing choices within a walkable neighborhood setting within a short distance of goods and services. Housing types include single‐family detached and attached dwellings of various sizes.

Allowed Land Uses
+ Primary: Range of single‐family detached and attached housing types, including duplex, triplex, quadplex, rowhouses, and townhouses, parks and recreation.
+ Secondary: Retail, care, public facilities, guest houses, places of worship, schools, family day care homes, public facilities, and others which are determined to
be compatible with and oriented toward serving the needs of neighborhoods may also be allowed.

Secondary uses should be focused along mixed‐use
corridors or at the edges of centers.

Allowed Development Intensities
+ DU/AC: >8 to 14
+ Commercial FAR: 0.25

Streetscape
Streetscapes have steady rows of street trees planted in parkway strips and generous sidewalks. The typical vehicular design speed is 25 mph.

Connectivity
Block perimeters should not exceed 1,600 feet, but blocks up to 2,200 feet may be allowed if a pedestrian paseo or greenway is provided near the midpoint. Street intersection density should be at least 140 intersections per mile.

Open Space
Open space consists of the generous streetscapes and landscaped front yards and a variety of park types.

Connected neighborhoods may have neighborhood parks, mini parks, greens, linear parks, greenways, trails, and other park types.

Building Form and Character
Buildings are set back to provide moderately sized front yards, facing the street with emphasis on porches, terraces, dooryards and/or fenced front yards. Buildings include a variety of housing types up to three‐ stories, including small‐lot single‐family detached and attached homes massed and scaled for compatibility with adjacent homes. Small‐scale non‐residential uses may be incorporated in the form of live‐work units and corner shops, primarily along mixed‐use corridors or at the edges of centers.

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Connected Neighborhood High
Provides a broad range of moderate‐intensity housing choices within a walkable neighborhood setting within a short distance of goods and services. Housing types include single‐family detached and attached dwellings of various sizes, courtyard apartments and condos, and medium‐sized multifamily buildings designed for neighborhood compatibility.Provides a range of intensities and housing choices within a walkable neighborhood setting within a short distance of goods and services that meet daily needs.

Allowed Land Uses
+ Primary: Range of single‐family and multi‐family residential uses, including duplex, triplex, quadplex, rowhouses, townhouses, courtyard and small‐scale
multifamily buildings, and small scale multifamily buildings, and parks and recreation.
+ Secondary: Retail, care, public facilities, guest houses, places of worship, schools, family day care homes, public facilities, and others which are determined to be compatible with and oriented toward serving the needs
of neighborhoods may also be allowed. Secondary uses
should be focused along mixed‐use corridors or at the
edges of centers.

Allowed Development Intensities
+ DU/AC: >14Up to 20
+ Commercial FAR: 0.25

Streetscape
Streetscapes have steady rows of street trees planted in parkway strips and generous sidewalks. The typical vehicular design speed is 25 mph.

Open Space
Open space consists of the generous streetscapes and landscaped front yards and a variety of park types.

Connected neighborhoods may have neighborhood parks, mini parks, greens, linear parks, greenways, trails, and other park types.

Building Form and Character
Buildings are set back to provide moderately sized front yards, facing the street with emphasis on porches, terraces, dooryards and/or fenced front yards. Buildings include a variety of housing types up to three‐ stories, with attached single‐family and small‐scale multi‐family buildings massed and scaled for compatibility with adjacent homes. Small‐scale non‐residential uses may be incorporated in the form of

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live‐work units and corner shops, primarily along mixed‐use corridors or at the edges of centers.

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Mixed Use Neighborhood
Provides moderate‐ to higher‐intensity neighborhood development that features a variety of multifamily housing choices and limited neighborhood‐serving commercial uses in a walkable environment. Allows commercial development along major streets and adjacent to a neighborhood center.

Allowed Land Uses

Primary: Range of single‐family and multi‐
family residential uses, parks and recreation, mixed
use (retail/office, retail/residential, office/residential, and neighborhood‐serving retail, general commercial,
services, entertainment, live/work, and office.

Secondary: Public facilities, guest houses, places of
worship, schools, family day care homes, public
facilities, and others which are determined to be
compatible with and oriented toward serving the
needs of neighborhoods may also be allowed.

Secondary uses should be focused along mixed‐use
corridors or at the edges of centers.

Allowed Development Intensities
+ DU/AC: up >20 to 40
+ Commercial FAR: 0.5

Streetscape
Streetscapes have an urban character with formal street tree patterns and are highly interconnected. The typical vehicular design speed is 25 mph.

Connectivity
Block perimeters should not exceed 1,600 feet, which are generally deeper and shorter than other Connected Neighborhood types to accommodate deeper buildings and/or more parking. Blocks up to 2,200 feet may be allowed if a pedestrian paseo or greenway is provided near the midpoint. Street intersection density should be at least 140 intersections per mile.

Open Space
Open space consists of the generous streetscapes and landscaped front yards and a variety of park types, particularly plazas and greens adjacent to mixed‐use areas. Connected neighborhoods may have neighborhood parks, mini parks, greens, linear parks, greenways, trails, and other park types.

Building Form and Character
Buildings are set back from the sidewalk to provide moderately‐sized front yards with porches and terraces except in mixed‐use areas. In mixed‐use areas, buildings are set near or at the back of the sidewalk to +
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support outdoor dining and easy view of shopfronts. Buildings may include a variety of housing types up to threefour ‐stories, with mixed‐use buildings up to threefour ‐stories focused at key intersections, along main corridors, and/or adjacent to public open spaces.

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Downtown
Supports a lively, thriving Downtown area by accommodating multi‐story, mixed‐use buildings at higher densities and/or intensities. Provides for vertical and horizontal mixed‐use development.

Allowed Land Uses
+ Allows both vertical and horizontal mixed use, and standalone uses.
+ Mixed use: Retail/office, retail/residential, office/ residential.
+ Standalone uses: Neighborhood‐serving retail, general commercial, services, entertainment, multi‐family
residential, live/work, and office.

Allowed Development Intensities
+ DU/AC: Up to 60 (maximum)
+ Commercial FAR: Up to 2.0
Streetscape
Streetscapes are urban with formal street tree patterns, wide sidewalks, corner curb‐extensions, mid‐block crosswalks, and on‐street parking in parallel and/or angled configuration.

Connectivity
Block perimeters should not exceed 1,600 feet, which are generally deeper and shorter to accommodate deeper buildings and/or more parking. Street intersection density should be at least 140 intersections per mile.

Open Space
Downtown open space includes corner plazas, courtyards, and in some cases public squares for dining, recreation and special events. Streets and paseos are well‐landscaped.

Building Form and Character
Buildings are set close to the street, with shopfronts at the back of sidewalk and residential ground floors set back behind shallow front yards, stoops, porches, and terraces to provide an appropriate degree of privacy for residents. Buildings are two to four stories and contain a mixture of uses.

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Midtown
Provides for an active, mixed‐use center in Midtown by allowing multi‐story, mixed‐use buildings at higher intensities, community gathering spaces, and land uses to support residents and visitors. Provides for vertical and horizontal mixed‐use development.

Allowed Development Intensities
+ DU/AC: 10 >20 to 40
+ Commercial FAR: Up to 1.0
Streetscape
Streetscapes are urban with formal street tree patterns, wide sidewalks, corner curb‐extensions, often mid‐block crosswalks, and on‐street parking in parallel and/or angled configuration.

Connectivity
Block perimeters should not exceed 1,600 feet, which are generally deeper and shorter to accommodate deeper buildings and/or more parking. Blocks up to 2,200 feet may be allowed if a pedestrian paseo or greenway is provided near the midpoint. Street intersection density should be at least 140 intersections per mile.

Open Space
In addition to the generous streetscapes and paseos, open space in Neighborhood Centers includes corner plazas, courtyards, and in some cases public squares for dining, recreation and special events.

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Neighborhood Center
Provides for areas with a wide variety of neighborhood‐serving retail and commercial uses, residential, other amenities, and community‐gathering spaces for residents.

Allowed Development Intensities
+ DU/AC: 10 Up to 20 (maximum)
+ Commercial FAR: Up to 0.5
Streetscape
Streetscapes are urban with formal street tree patterns, wide sidewalks, corner curb‐extensions, often mid‐block crosswalks, and on‐street parking in parallel and/or angled configuration.

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Regional Commercial
Provides large‐format retail development along with associated restaurant and commercial service activity.

This district is located near major freeway connections and around major intersections.

Allowed Land Uses
+ Large‐format retail, commercial services, lodging, entertainment, restaurant, parks and recreation

Allowed Development Intensities
+ DU/AC: N/A
+ Commercial FAR: 0.35 to 1.0

Streetscape
Streetscapes are urban with formal street tree patterns, wide sidewalks, and on‐street parking in parallel, perpendicular and angled configuration. To support large commercial uses, some “blocks” may be devoted entirely to parking.

Connectivity
In pedestrian‐oriented retail environments, larger blocks should be subdivided into smaller “virtual blocks” no longer than 400 or 500 feet.

Open Space
Open space is primarily provided through generous streetscapes, outdoor plazas, and neighborhood green spaces.

Building Form and Character
Buildings are entirely near or at the sidewalk to shape the streetscapes. Parking lots may be located on some frontages, provided that they are screened with low walls and/or plantings. Building frontages are continuous shopfronts unless broken by courtyards, paseos, or screened parking lots. Service functions, such as loading and trash pickup, should occur at the rear. Buildings can be up to three‐stories.

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Workplace and Employment District
Provides an area for a wide variety of employment‐generating activity, including office, industrial and light manufacturing, research and development, and supportive commercial.

Allowed Land Uses
+ Primary: Light industrial, manufacturing, office, R&D, live/work
+ Secondary: Small retail, commercial services

Allowed Development Intensities
+ DU/AC: N/A
+ Commercial FAR: Up to 0.751.0
Streetscape
Streets are wider than other areas to accommodate vehicle traffic and trucks, but are still well‐landscaped with rows of street trees, wide sidewalks, and on‐street parking in parallel, perpendicular, and angled configurations. To support large office uses, some blocks may be devoted entirely to parking.

Connectivity
Larger block sizes are allowed in this district, with perimeters up to 2,600 feet in length. Pedestrian paseos are recommended to help facilitate walking and biking to work.

Open Space
Open space is primarily provided through the generous streetscapes and variety of greens and plazas at key gathering areas. Small‐ to moderate‐sized buildings should consolidate or align shared open spaces.

Within larger buildings, open space is provided in the form of courtyards shaded by the buildings.

Building Form and Character
Buildings are located near or at the sidewalk to shape the streetscapes and to frame public open space. In some areas, particularly in order to attract a large employer, it may be appropriate for several blocks to be joined together as a campus environment with pedestrian‐only spaces and pathways connecting buildings to one another and to surrounding streets. Buildings may be up to three‐stories in height.

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Festival District
Reserves areas for outdoor festivals, events, sporting activities and related activities.

Allowed Land Uses
+ Primary: Hospitality, resort, recreation
Allowed Development Intensities
+ Commercial FAR: up to 0.5 (maximum)
Streetscape
For contiguous developed areas, streetscapes have steady rows of street trees planted in parkway strips and generous sidewalks. The typical vehicular design speed is 25 mph.

Connectivity
For contiguous developed areas, block perimeters should not exceed 1,600 feet. Pedestrian paseos are recommended to help facilitate walking and biking within the festival grounds as appropriate.

Open Space
In addition to the generous streetscapes and paseos, open space in Festival District may include corner plazas, courtyards, and in some cases public squares for dining and recreation.

Building Form and Character
Buildings are set close to the street, with shopfronts at the back of sidewalk.

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Public and Institutional District
Reserves areas for public, educational, and institutional uses.

Allowed Land Uses
+ Primary: Civic center, libraries, community centers, senior centers, police stations, fire stations, corporate yards, public and private schools, higher‐educational facilities, drainage facilities, public/private recreational facilities, and other similar uses.

Allowed Development Intensities
+ DU/AC: N/A
+ Commercial FAR: up to 0.5 (maximum) or as
determined by City Council.

Streetscape
Streetscapes should be consistent with the character identified by the General Plan placetype in which the public or institutional use is located. If located outside of a placetype, the requirements should be determined on a case‐by‐case basis.

Connectivity
Connectivity should be consistent with the standards identified by the General Plan placetype in which the public or institutional use is located. If located outside of a placetype, the requirements should be determined on a case‐by‐case basis.

Open Space
Public and institutional uses are encouraged to provide usable public open space.

Building Form and Character
Public and institutional buildings are set close to the street.

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Parks and Open Space District
Reserves area for public and private recreational use and open space.

Allowed Land Uses
+ Primary: Parks and open space, golf courses, trails, habitat management, passive recreation,
amphitheaters, community centers, environmental
education, and similar uses.

Allowed Development Intensities
+ DU/AC: N/A
+ Non‐Residential FAR: up to 0.01 (maximum)

Open Space
Open space is consistent within the types identified in the Parks and Recreation Element of the General Plan.

Building Form and Character
Determined on a case‐by‐case basis.

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Resource Management and Open Space Overlay
Implements the provisions of the Coachella Valley Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (CVMSHCP) to protect open space and natural resource areas.

Allowed Land Uses and Development
Intensities
Allowed land use and development intensity should be consistent with the standards identified by the General Plan placetype in which the parcel is located and any relevant provisions in the CVMSHCP.

Streetscape and Connectivity
Streetscape and connectivity should be consistent with the character and standards identified by the General Plan placetype in which the parcel is located and any relevant provisions in the CVMSHCP.

Open Space
Open space is provided primarily through the preservation and integration of natural features and open space. Open space may be woven into neighborhood design. Primary General Plan park types may include nature / open space, greenways, and trails.

Building Form and Character
Building form and character should be consistent with the provisions identified by the General Plan placetype in which the parcel is located and any relevant provisions in the CVMSHCP. Structures should generally be clustered together to leave most of the natural area undisturbed with groupings of homes organized around natural areas.

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Indio’s Subareas
The following section includes a vision and key strategies for specific subareas in Indio, as illustrated in Figure 3‐5. Each subarea has unique identifying characteristics and exemplify what makes Indio a desirable place. The location, character, and key issues for these areas are discussed in detail on the following pages, along with strategies that are specific to each. These strategies are in addition to citywide goals and policies discussed later in the Element. It is anticipated that a mix of both citywide and specific subarea strategies will be implemented for each neighborhood.

Top: Lively downtown environment, Bottom: Neighborhood commercial

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Figure 3‐5: Indio Subareas

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Northwest Indio
The Northwest Indio subarea currently includes a mixture of older rural neighborhood development, newer suburban neighborhood development, agricultural uses, and undeveloped open space. It is bounded on the west by golf course development within unincorporated Riverside County, on portions of the south and east sides by suburban residential development within Indio, and the northerly portion of the area is bounded by undeveloped desert to the east, north, and west.

This area offers significant potential for the development of Suburban Neighborhoods and Desert Estate Neighborhoods and resorts. It is recommended that a connected mix of such types be planned for this area, with Suburban Neighborhoods Low and High abutting existing similar neighborhoods, transitioning to Desert Estates and Desert Estates Transition nNeighborhoods abutting the surrounding open desert areas.

Subarea Strategies:
+ Provide greater connectivity in new neighborhoods than is present in the adjoining existing neighborhoods.
+ Provide strong spatial connections between new neighborhoods and adjoining open spaces, with new development facing edge drives along urban and natural open spaces rather than backing toward those spaces.
+ Allow for the development of a Neighborhood Center that would provide access to goods and services to community residents, the northwest corner of 39th Avenue and Jefferson Avenue would be a candidate location for this use.
+ Provide a rural edge character along the open desert to north. + Plan for an orderly transition from rural land uses to a more urban character over time. Avoid land use incapability when assessing new development proposals.

Neighborhood commercial center Single family Desert Estates

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North Indio
The North Indio subarea is substantially built out with suburban neighborhoods, and with limited exceptions, it is expected that future neighborhood development will follow that same pattern. The primary exception to this is along the Avenue 44 corridor, which is planned as a connective corridor with Connected Neighborhoods. This is a large undeveloped area to the south of Avenue 44, the Citrus Ranch area, and east of the I‐10 corridor. Avenue 44 provides a critical connection into the Jackson Neighborhoods to the west, which are already older connective neighborhoods that would benefit from better connection to comparable newer development to the east.

Subarea Strategies:
+ Seek opportunities to connect streets and pedestrian paths to surrounding subareas. + Ensure that new centers serve surrounding neighborhoods and are physically accessible via pedestrians and bicyclists.
+ Use specific plan(s) for the large development sites within the neighborhood, requiring coordination and consistency with adjacent specific plans and project master plans, in order to promote an integrated development pattern.
+ Implement clear, strong gateway elements at Golf Center Parkway and Avenue 44.

Walkable neighborhood

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Avenue 42 Corridor
The Avenue 42 corridor is one of the top opportunity areas in Indio. This is a key corridor with large areas of undeveloped land on both sides with good freeway access. It is also close to many of Indio’s newest neighborhoods.

The mix of uses for this area will be largely driven by current and future market trends. The main strategy for capturing and leveraging the value of new investment in the area is to ensure connective development patterns and a strong public realm framework that unifies future neighborhoods, centers, and employment areas into a coherent framework. New development in this area should be planned comprehensively with the final street network and block structure, distribution of uses, and development types and intensities planned for entire neighborhood areas prior to any new development.

An illustrative diagram has been prepared for this area, showing Connectedive Neighborhoods with a range of low, middle and higher‐intensity residential development and Neighborhood Centers at two intersections along Avenue 42. Properties along the south edge of this area are adjacent to the freeway and planned to be a Workplace and Employment District. This area should include an east‐west street connected to and backing up to neighborhoods to the north. It will be important that uses be limited to non‐noxious light industrial, R&D, and office uses with limited truck traffic.

Subarea Strategies:
+ Require master planned development and large scale comprehensive development for the remaining undeveloped tracts in the area. Consider the use of a specific plan for the large development sites within the neighborhood in order to promote an integrated development pattern. + Create a highly‐connected, pedestrian‐friendly urban form with a fine‐grained block and street network and connections to surrounding sub‐areas.
+ Design Avenue 42 to balance modes, so bicyclists and pedestrians feel as welcome and safe as motorists.
+ Seek trail connections to parks, open space, and CV link/White Water River channel. + Encourage mixed use development along Avenue 42 with a diverse set of land uses on the developable parcels in the corridor.
+ Encourage and assist where practical the creation of a neighborhood center on west side near Madison Street and at Monroe Street.
+ Encourage and assist where practical the redevelopment and infill of retail center at Jackson Street and Avenue 42.
+ Plan for redevelopment and infill of large vacant commercial spaces, such as former Target store. + Ensure a variety of housing types and densities in walkable urban formats. + Require an extensive tree canopy on streets and parking areas to protect from the summer heat. + Create regional recreational area on west side.
+ Implement clear, strong gateway elements at Monroe Street and Jackson Street intersecting Avenue 42 and at I‐10 Highway.

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Figure 3‐6: Example of neighborhood infill along the Avenue 42 corridor

Ave 42
Ave 42
Sun City Blvd
Jackson St
Monroe St

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Jackson Neighborhoods
The Jackson subarea is envisioned as vibrant neighborhoods with a variety of housing types for different income levels and household sizes. This area includes older Connectedive Neighborhoods in need of reinvestment and updated amenities. A major new park is planned for this area, and a Neighborhood Center at Jackson Street and Avenue 44 is envisioned. The strong neighborhood center on Jackson Street will help to meet day‐to‐day needs of resident’s services and goods. Most infill development should take the form of Connectedive Neighborhood ‐ Middle, with Connective Neighborhood ‐ Low and High.

Jackson Street will be a balanced street that fosters pedestrian and bicycle activity. New quality streetscape design and architecture will ensure this area is a beautiful gateway to City.

Subarea Strategies:
+ Encourage infill residential development to encourage neighborhood cohesion. + Update zoning to:
o Focus on the pedestrian‐oriented building design.
o Allow residential uses between major intersections on Jackson Street. o Provide standards for adding second units to existing single family residential units to protect the established neighborhood character.
o Support small lot / missing middle housing on small and unusually‐shaped lots. + Create a streetscape plan within a list of capital improvements for Jackson Street. + Consider the use of CDBG funding and other housing rehabilitation program resources in this neighborhood to improve physical infrastructure.

Multi‐family residential Pedestrian‐oriented neighborhood commercial

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I‐10 Employment Corridor
The Interstate 10 corridor consists primarily of industrial land – with fragments of older neighborhoods – along the railroad line and Indio Boulevard (historic Highway 99), and auto‐oriented regional commercial uses. These areas developed naturally next to the railroad and Highway 99 early in Indio’s evolution. These areas include a mix of outdated industrial facilities and housing and newer industrial and office facilities.

The major opportunity that this area presents for the future is a “seam” of existing and new jobs in a central location, with good access from the region, the City, and adjoining neighborhoods. The areas would provide for a wide variety of employment types, including, but not limited to, light industrial, manufacturing, logistics, office, and auto mall. Retail and service uses will be integrated into the area to support employers. New developments should be connected to, but buffered from, existing and future neighborhoods on adjacent properties.

Subarea Strategies:
+ Encourage business parks, research and development, and office uses within the area, while connecting this
district to adjoining existing and future neighborhoods for multi‐modal worker access.
+ Encourage the siting of light industrial, manufacturing, and logistics uses within the corridor that creates employment/job opportunities. Establish buffers
between incompatible uses.
+ Encourage the expansion and retention of auto sales and related activities along I‐10 near Varner Road.
+ Site regional retail opportunities that reduce leakage to neighboring communities and attract visitors in this neighborhood.
+ Collaborate with the local tribal governments to facilitate development of retail opportunities in the Fantasy Springs District that would complement their
hospitality development and attract new visitors from
their casino and entertainment venues.
+ Recognizing that this is the core of Indio’s non‐ retail employment generating land uses, encourage
development that is complementary to these activities.
+ Prioritize businesses that provide jobs for a range of skill level and businesses that manufacture goods and
provide services locally and regionally.

Highway oriented commercial

Flexible employment space
retail
+ Systematically improve streetscape to attract new businesses and investment and to encourage and promote the full range mobility options. Require active‐transportation connections and facilities to adjacent neighborhoods.
+ Encourage limited retail uses to support employment. + Implement clear, strong gateway elements on Jackson Street.

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West Indio
West Indio is largely built out with stable suburban neighborhoods. This area is not expected to undergo significant change in the future. Improvements envisioned for this area may include streetscape enhancements to improve safety and comfort for pedestrians and bicyclists, and aesthetics and environmental beautification through addition of street trees. Undeveloped or underutilized properties along major corridors, such as Madison Street, Miles Avenue, and Fred Waring Drive, present opportunities for new neighborhood‐serving commercial uses proximate to existing neighborhoods.

Subarea Strategies:
+ Implement secondary gateway elements at Miles Avenue and Fred Waring Drive. + Encourage mixed use development with a diverse set of land uses on the developable parcels along Madison Street, Miles Avenue, and Fred Waring Drive and at the intersection of Monroe Street and Indio Boulevard.
+ Implement spur connections to the CV Link.
+ Provide standards for adding second units to existing single family residential units to protect the established neighborhood character.
+ Identify improved pedestrian and bicycle connections to Midtown and Downtown. + Consider the use of community facilities districts, specifically landscape lighting and maintenance districts in the neighborhood to support the development of connected pedestrian friendly environments that encourage commercial activity.

Mixed use center

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West Gateway
This important entry to Indio from La Quinta lies along the south edge of the West Indio planning area and presents a significant opportunity for commercial, hospitality, and residential development. The vision for the area is a vibrant, pedestrian‐oriented corridor that serves as a welcoming gateway to Indio. Highway 111 is transformed into a multi‐way boulevard to facilitate necessary automobile capacity as well as provide for safe, pleasant pedestrian and bicycle environment. New, frequent north‐south streets connect existing and future neighborhoods to Highway 111. With a pedestrian‐oriented design, a highly‐connected street network, a connected open space network, and a mix of uses, the West Gateway subarea has the opportunity to connect seamlessly to Midtown and become a key gateway into the City.

Gateway commercial

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Midtown
The Midtown subarea represents a significant opportunity (in tandem with the Downtown) for the creation of a strong and centered civic identity for Indio. Centered on the past‐its‐prime Fashion Mall, including many large vacant parcels of land, this area on Highway 111 is positioned to be reinvented as the working center of town. Close to and connected to the historic Downtown and County Fairgrounds – and at the center of town at Monroe Street and Highway 111 – this subarea can provide a vital mix of neighborhood and community‐serving retail, office/employment, hotel/hospitality, restaurants, multi‐ family housing, and single familysingle‐family housing. Encourage Highway 111 to be transformed into a multi‐way boulevard to facilitate necessary automobile capacity as well as provide for safe, pleasant pedestrian and bicycle environment. New, frequent streets subdivide large parcels, create valuable new addresses, and connect existing and future neighborhoods to Highway 111 and surrounding neighborhoods.

Subarea Strategies:
+ Use a specific plan or master plan (or zoning code update) for the large development sites within the neighborhood in order to promote an integrated development pattern that addresses urban land use, streets and mobility, public realm network, and open space network. + Consider seeking a master developer to lead large‐scale redevelopment efforts that are envisioned for the district. Support the plan with available municipal resources to ensure high‐quality development and public realm improvements from the earliest phases to completion. + Implement a placemaking program transitioning from a short‐term lighter, quicker, cheaper strategy to longer‐term fixed placemaking solutions.
+ Provide support funding within Downtown and along the Highway 111 corridor to encourage the establishment of property‐based business improvement districts (BIDs) among interested property owners that would provide marketing, enhanced local services, and a common voice to work in partnership with the City’s economic development staff. + Work with local stakeholders to spur revitalization of older neighborhoods of the City. Target public, cultural, recreational, and infrastructure implementation actions within the neighborhood. + Explore providing incentives aimed at recruiting and retaining specific businesses, such as theaters, hotels, and sit‐down restaurants that support active and sustained pedestrian and community use in the subarea.
+ Facilitate mixed‐use residential development primarily within the Downtown, along the Highway 111 corridor, and near public transit to create additional demand for retail and dining opportunities. + Work cooperatively with property owners including the Indio Fashion Mall owners and surrounding properties to facilitate redevelopment of this area as a regional retail destination with residential and mixed‐use development, building upon its central location in the community along Highway 111.
+ Implement a Midtown marketing and brand strategy.

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Figure 3‐7: Illustration of Midtown Infill Center and Neighborhoods

Mixed use, neighborhood centers, gateway center
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John Nobles Ave
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Downtown and Neighborhoods
Downtown Indio and the neighborhoods to the east and west represent the historic core of Indio. The General Plan – and parallel Downtown Specific Plan – envision the revitalization of the downtown as the civic and cultural heart of the community. The downtown is envisioned as a vibrant, mixed‐use center of the City with residential, educational, civic, entertainment, office, and retail uses. The vision is also to reestablish passenger rail service, to reinvest in adjoining neighborhoods, and to reinvent the Highway 111 corridor. The downtown will be well connected to a new Midtown area and the adjacent neighborhoods.

Subarea Strategies:
+ Support the implementation of the Downtown Specific Plan. + Lead local businesses, property owners, the arts community, and the College of the Desert in the revitalization of Downtown as the central meeting place for living, working, dining, entertainment, civic, and cultural activities.
+ Provide support funding within Downtown and along the Highway 111 corridor to encourage the establishment of property‐based business improvement districts (BIDs) among interested property owners that would provide marketing, enhanced local services, and a common voice to work in partnership with the City’s economic development staff
+ Collaborate with the staff of Riverside County‘s expanded Downtown Government Center to anticipate the demand for future retail, dining, and professional service needs on adjacent or nearby sites.
+ Implement a placemaking program transitioning from a short‐term lighter, quicker, cheaper strategy to longer‐term fixed placemaking solutions.
+ Align infrastructure investments and the capital improvement program (CIP) with the aim of creating a walkable pedestrian‐oriented character in the subarea. Maintain all existing streets, and with new development, require new paseos, pathways, bikeways, and walkways to increase connectivity. + Reduce surface parking by lower parking requirements, unbundling park (unbundling involves separating the cost to rent a parking space from the cost to rent an apartment), and establishing a shared parking system.
+ Work with local and regional transit agencies to assess and eventually establish passenger rail service to the Downtown.

Pedestrian oriented downtown and paseo

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Central Neighborhoods
These areas lie just to the south of the Highway 111 corridor and the Midtown, West Gateway, and Downtown subareas. The Central Neighborhoods are characterized by single‐family suburban housing development.

This area is not expected to undergo significant change in the future. Rather the area will preserve the existing housing stock. Improvements envisioned for this area may include streetscape enhancements to improve safety and comfort for pedestrians and bicyclists, and to better connect the neighborhoods to Midtown, Downtown, and Highway 111. Streetscape improvements may also include aesthetic and environmental beautification. New neighborhood‐serving commercial uses are also encouraged through infill development on opportunity sites on major streets and avenues.

Subarea Strategies:
+ Identify active transportation and transit options and develop implementation strategies. + Encourage infill residential development to encourage neighborhood cohesion. + Cluster medical uses around JFK Hospital and adjacent medical uses. + Consider the use of CDBG funding in this neighborhood to improve physical infrastructure.

Single family residential neighborhoods Trilogy at the Polo Club Active Adult Community

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Southern Neighborhoods
These neighborhoods lie between the Central Neighborhoods and the Festival District, presenting the opportunity for a rural/resort lifestyle with easy access to the commercial and civic amenities of Midtown and Downtown and the entertainment offerings of the Festival District. This quiet, secluded living environment close to Indio’s arts and entertainment hubs (the Festival grounds) provides these neighborhoods with a unique value proposition and can help support this Plan’s primary goals for supporting the success of those important centers of community life.

Subarea Strategies:
+ Keep neighborhoods stable.
+ Improve multi‐modal access to Midtown and the Festival District + Keep 20‐acre minimum project master plan requirement in place for new development to maintain quality and cohesiveness.
+ Allow for uses that can benefit and create synergies with activities and events in the Festival District.

Resort

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Festival District
Indio’s Festival District represents an unlikely and unique resource for the community – a private initiative that has put this City on the international entertainment map. The success of this venue springs from its combination of isolation and accessibility. As it matures from occasional concerts and special events to a more permanent venue, there are opportunities for surrounding it with carefully‐considered hospitality and visitor‐serving facilities and resort‐oriented housing.

Subarea Strategies:
+ Strictly limit uses of surrounding properties to uses that are directly supportive of, or not in conflict with, festival‐resort atmosphere.
+ Provide all‐mode connectivity between new hospitality and resort development to the festival grounds to promote a safe, active and attractive environment for visitors. Preserve and enhance access to and from District.
+ Retain 20‐acre minimum project master plan requirement in place for new development to help maintain a high‐quality and cohesive design character. Incentivize smaller properties to coordinate with adjacent properties. Consider the development of a coordinated Festival District Strategy. + Consider hospitality support services, small‐scale service retail, and resort‐oriented housing that add to a cohesive festival district.
+ Protect the festival grounds from encroachment by potential land use incompatibilities, recognizing the highly variable and intense use of the festival grounds. + Align capital improvement program (CIP) with infrastructure needs that support ongoing festival operations.
+ Work with festival operators and promoters to capture as much secondary and off site economic activity as possible. In particular work on maximizing transient‐occupancy taxes (TOT) and other local revenues that could be generated by activities at the Festival grounds. + Encourage festival and event operators to utilize local labor from the community whenever possible.

Consider negotiating community benefits agreements as part of any extraordinary permitting.

Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival

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Northern Sphere
This subarea contains the northern portion of Indio’s sphere of influence. The area is largely passive and active open space, housing a limited amount of existing commercial development and resource extraction.

The Northern Sphere is considered a long‐term planning reserve area. It may be considered for future urban expansion, including Desert Estates, when and if the capacity of Indio’s existing incorporated area is substantially exhausted. Annexation must not create a revenue drain on the City. Much of the subarea is covered by the Coachella Valley Multi‐Species Habitat Conservation Plan (CVMSHCP). Hillside views from Indio should be maintained.

Subarea Strategy:
+ Support active and passive recreational opportunities in the area. + Implement the Coachella Valley Multi‐Species Habitat Conservation Plan. + Before allowing annexation, create a land use plan and conduct a related fiscal analysis that demonstrates that annexation will be revenue neutral or revenue enhancing. + Strongly limit the type, location, and nature of new development, in compliance with CVMSHCP.

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Eastern Sphere
This subarea contains the eastern portion of Indio’s sphere of influence. The area is largely passive open space, housing a limited amount of existing commercial development and resource extraction. The Eastern Sphere is considered a long‐term planning reserve area. It may be considered for future urban expansion, including Desert Estates, when and if the capacity of Indio’s existing incorporated area is substantially exhausted. Annexation must not create a revenue drain on the City. Some of the subarea is covered by the CVMSHCP. Hillside views from Indio should be maintained.

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Goals and Policies
Urban Form
Indio will offer an appropriate mix of housing, employment, retail and services, recreation, arts, education, and entertainment for the City’s residents and businesses. It will grow responsibly and sustainably in a manner which benefits the community now and into the future.

Goal LU‐1: Citywide Urban Structure. An urban structure that enhances the quality of life of residents, meets the community’s vision for the future, and weaves new growth areas together with established Indio neighborhoods.

LU‐1 Policies
LU‐1.1 Overall city structure. Establish a clearly defined City structure by:
• Re‐establishing the City’s pedestrian‐oriented Downtown as a community anchor with local and regional‐serving civic, arts, education, and entertainment uses. • Transforming the Midtown area into a mixed‐use center with retail, commercial services, and residential uses in a walkable format.
• Maintaining and enhancing the Festival District as a key location for large‐scale entertainment and recreational opportunities. This will be accomplished by enacting buffering standard through zoning for Festival District properties and surrounding non‐Festival District properties to limit conflicts in the uses and operations of these properties. • Creating mixed‐use corridors along Highway 111, Monroe Street, Avenue 42, and Avenue 44 that contain a mix of retail, service, office, and residential uses. Corridors should have defined nodes that provide a mix of local‐ and regional‐serving uses. • Investing in existing residential neighborhoods adjacent to Downtown and Midtown. • Infilling new residential neighborhoods arranged around neighborhood centers and community gathering spaces, such as schools and parks.
• Maintaining the I‐10 Employment Corridor subarea as a critical economic engine for the City. • Facilitating major, regional‐serving commercial districts that provide a mix of commercial, entertainment, and service uses in a pedestrian‐oriented format north of I‐10 at Jackson Street and Avenue 40 to capitalize on regional transportation and access. • Preserving and protecting natural open space and conservation areas in the Northern and Eastern Sphere subareas.

LU‐1.2 Infill first. Prioritize initial capital improvements and other public investments and guide private investments into the Downtown, Midtown, Jackson Neighborhood, and Avenue 42 Subarea first to limit expansion of the City’s urban footprint.

LU‐1.3 Contiguous development. When development occurs outside the Downtown, Midtown, and existing central neighborhoods, locate new development adjacent to Indio’s built environment to create a contiguous expansion of the City.

LU‐1.4 Connecting new and old. Connect new growth areas with existing Indio neighborhoods through transportation investments, open space connectivity, wayfinding, and urban design strategies.

LU‐1.5 Subareas. Implement the strategies identified for each distinct subarea in Indio in this General Plan.

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LU‐1.6 Bermuda Dunes Airport Influence Area compatibility zones. Projects within the Airport Influence Area (AIA) shall be consistent with the densities, intensities, prohibited uses, and other development conditions defined in the Bermuda Dunes Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan, as adopted by the Riverside County Airport Land Use Commission (ALUC). For more information, see www.rcaluc.org

Public Realm
Indio will offer pleasant, safe, and enjoyable public spaces. The following goals and policies strive to ensure Indio’s public realm serve the community.

Goal LU‐2: Active Places. Indio is a City with active and comfortable places that encourage social interaction and community gathering.

LU‐2 Policies
LU‐2.1 Walkable neighborhoods. Require all new neighborhoods to be pedestrian friendly by including features, such as short blocks, wide sidewalks, shaded streets, buildings that define and are oriented to streets or public spaces, traffic‐calming features, convenient pedestrian street crossings, and safe streets designed for pedestrians, cyclists, and vehicles.

LU‐2.2 Balanced land uses. Maintain a balanced land use pattern to support a broad range of housing choices, retail businesses, employment opportunities, educational and cultural institutions, entertainment spaces, and other supportive uses and within long‐established Indio neighborhoods and new growth areas.

LU‐2.3 Access to amenities. Strive to create development patterns such that the majority of residents are within one‐half to one‐mile walking distance of a variety of neighborhood‐serving uses, such as parks, grocery stores, restaurants, places of worship, cafes, dry cleaners, laundromats, banks, hair care, pharmacies, civic uses, and similar uses.

LU‐2.4 New gathering spaces. Require new developments to provide public parks, plazas, and squares that establish interesting gathering spaces in planned districts and neighborhoods. Require project developers to establish mechanisms, such as a Community Facilities District, to adequately maintain new parks, recreational facilities, and infrastructure.

LU‐2.5 Existing gathering spaces. Improve existing gathering spaces throughout the City to provide attractive, comfortable, and inviting public and pedestrian spaces, encouraging walking and public gathering spaces.

LU‐2.6 Shade. Require the use of large shade trees or structures to provide comfortable environments during hot months.

LU‐2.7 Parking lot and prominent pathways. Require trees, shade structures, and/or other cooling methods to provide comfortable walkways during hot months.

LU‐2.8 Smoke‐free. Encourage smoke‐free and Vape‐free workplaces, multi‐family housing, parks, and other outdoor gathering places to reduce exposure to second‐hand smoke.

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Goal LU‐3: Human‐Scaled Public Realm. A City designed for people, fostering interaction, activity, and safety.

LU‐3 Policies
LU 3.1 Streetscape design. Create pedestrian‐oriented streetscapes by establishing a unified approach to street tree planting, sidewalk dimensions and maintenance, pedestrian amenities, and high‐ quality building frontages.

LU 3.2 Pedestrian focus on high volume streets. Design the streetscape of high volume corridors to balance regional traffic flow with safe and convenient pedestrian movement.

LU 3.3 Parking frontages. Require parking design standards that ensure parking areas do not dominate street frontages and are screened from public views whenever possible.

LU 3.4 Tree planting. Encourage the planting of trees that appropriately shade the sidewalk and off‐ street parking areas to improve the pedestrian experience throughout the City.

LU 3.5 Lighting. Require all new street lights in commercial areas to be pedestrian‐oriented and scaled, attractively designed, compatible in design with other street furniture, and to provide adequate visibility and security in accordance with best practices for night sky protection.

LU 3.6 Public plazas. Encourage new development to incorporate public plazas, seating, drinking fountains, and gathering places, especially in prominent locations and areas of pedestrian activity.

LU 3.7 CPTED. Use Crime Prevention through Environmental Design strategies (CPTED) in new and existing development to improve public safety, including the following strategies:
• Active public space
• Building design to promote “eyes on the street”
• Clear delineation between private and public space
• Natural access control between public and private space • Maintenance of public places
• Removal or repair of vandalism or broken property
LU 3.8 Underground utilities. Require private development to underground all under 92 kV electric poles and other overhead utilities. Require City to codify this policy.

Goal LU‐4: High‐Quality Building Design. A beautiful city with a high‐quality architecture and building design.

LU‐4 Policies
LU‐4.1 Quality design. Use simple, urban building forms made with permanent materials with high‐ quality detailing that stands the test of time.

LU‐4.2 Scale and articulation. Use building organization and construction to derive scale and articulation rather than surface ornamentation.

LU‐4.3 Building materials. Convey façade articulation through the strength, depth, and permanence of building materials. Thinner cladding materials, such as stucco, stone and masonry veneers, and wood or simulated wood, may be used when finished to appear as durable and authentic of the materials they simulate.

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LU‐4.4 Building entrances. Use visual and physical design cues within a building’s design and entries to emphasize the building entrance and connections to public spaces.

LU‐4.5 Iconic design. Allow iconic and memorable building designs, particularly on larger non‐residential properties.

LU‐4.6 Climate‐appropriate design. Encourage the use of building techniques and materials that relate to Indio’s warm and dry desert climate. Promote solar control and use of shade in building design and associated pedestrian amenities.

LU‐4.7 Protect visual characteristics. Protect Indio’s unique visual characteristics and views.

Goal LU‐5: Connected Places. A network of transportation corridors throughout the city that provides a high level of connectivity for vehicles, bicyclists, and pedestrians.

LU‐5 Policies
LU‐5.1 Complete street projects. Design, plan, maintain, and operate streets using complete street principals for both new infrastructure and for retrofit/maintenance projects. This includes reviewing the entire right of way and prioritizing modes as noted on Figure 4‐1.

LU‐5.2 Street connectivity. Encourage short block spacing for new development to enhance connectivity to neighborhoods. In key areas of the City, work with existing land owners to improve connectivity for bicycles and pedestrians.

LU‐5.3 Complete street context. Ensure that complete street applications integrate the neighborhood and community identity into the street design.

LU‐5.4 Subarea connectivity. Ensure a high‐level of connectivity in all Neighborhoods, Centers and Districts throughout the City. The connectivity should be measured as block perimeter or length and in external connectivity on the perimeter of a new development project.

LU‐5.5 Connections between development projects. Require the continuation of the street network or pedestrian connections between adjacent development projects and discourage the use of cul‐ de‐sacs except where necessary or due to existing development, topographic conditions or limited access to transportation systems.

LU‐5.6 Improved connections. Improve pedestrian and bicycle mobility by identifying opportunistic connections within the City’s neighborhoods to increase access to local parks, schools, neighborhood centers, and neighborhood gathering spaces.

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LU‐5.7 Pedestrian‐supportive building design. Require new and substantially rehabbed commercial and mixed‐use projects to follow best practices for pedestrian‐supportive design:
• Ensure pedestrian orientation of ground floor uses in new development. • Place primary building facades and entrances near the front property line or back of sidewalk.

In limited cases allow small plazas and active landscaped areas for social gathering between the building and sidewalk.
• Scale building elements to pedestrians.
• Design new buildings along corridors to provide for a rear building transition between the primary arterials and any adjacent low‐density residential neighborhoods. • Require parking internal to buildings that faces primary arterials or side streets to use appropriate design (such as faux facades, green walls, public murals, etc.) to minimize its visual impact.
• Require that new development include wide sidewalks, trees, pedestrian furniture, safe pedestrian crossings and direct connections to the front entrances of retail and services. • Encourage new commercial developments to have common driveways to minimize the number of curb cuts along any given block to improve pedestrian safety. • Screen trash and recycling collection areas, loading facilities, mechanical equipment, outdoor storage areas, utility connections, and antennas from public view. • Encourage covered parking
LU‐5.8 Connective corridors. Ensure high‐quality, people‐oriented street design and urban design occurs where highlighted by the Connective Corridors in Figure 3‐8.

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Figure 3‐8: Connective Corridors

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Neighborhoods
Indio will support existing stable, livable neighborhoods, and new walkable neighborhoods that provide a variety of housing types, densities, and designs in close proximity to amenities.

Goal LU‐6: Enhance Existing Neighborhoods. A City with well‐maintained residential neighborhoods that support Downtown and Midtown.

LU‐6 Policies
LU‐6.1 Maintenance. Support the on‐going maintenance and improvement of existing residential properties; in particular, encourage property owners to maintain and improve their front yards and building facades.

LU‐6.2 Orientation. Orient all new residential construction towards streets, public spaces, or shared private spaces, placing parking to back or side of the lot.

LU‐6.3 Sustainable residences. Encourage sustainable building practices during new construction or when buildings are substantially renovated.

LU‐6.4 Home businesses. Support home businesses that meet City planning and permitting requirements and create jobs and opportunities for entrepreneurship.

LU‐6.5 Blight and nuisances. Work with neighborhood associations, commissions, and other community groups to proactively identify and address nuisances and eliminate blight.

LU‐6.6 Open space maintenance. Strengthen public‐private partnerships with local neighborhood organizations and homeowners associations to build and maintain neighborhood parks and recreational facilities.

LU‐6.7 Compatible scale. Maintain high‐quality existing residential neighborhoods by ensuring new development projects and infill construction are of a compatible scale and provide adequate transitions to adjacent residential properties.

LU‐6.8 Second units. Permit second units on single‐family residential lots.

LU‐6.9 Building additions. Allow additions, such as a new bedroom or bathroom that are complementary to the existing character of the neighborhood. Renovations and expansions should use complementary building materials and forms while allowing for flexibility for unique design conditions.

LU‐6.10 High‐quality landscaping and fencing. Encourage property owners to maintain and improve their yards and the front facades of homes and to encourage the use of drought‐tolerant landscaping.

Prohibit front yard fences made from concrete blocks or chain links.

LU‐6.11 Circulation connectivity. Seek opportunities to enhance and maintain existing residential neighborhoods by improving pedestrian and bicycle facilities, installing traffic calming measures, and “punch through” cul‐de‐sacs.

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Goal LU‐7: New Neighborhoods. Neighborhoods that provide a variety of housing types, densities, designs and mix of uses and services that support healthy and active lifestyles.

LU‐7 Policies
LU‐7.1 Complete neighborhoods. Through the development entitlement process, ensure that all new Neighborhoods (areas with a “Neighborhood” General Plan Designation) are complete and well‐ structured such that the physical layout and land use mix promote walking to services, biking and transit use, are family friendly, and address the needs of multiple ages and physical abilities. New neighborhoods should have the following characteristics:
• Contain short, walkable block lengths.
• Contain a high level of connectivity for pedestrians, bicycles and vehicles where practicable. • Organize around a central focal point such as a park, school, civic building or neighborhood retail such that most homes are no more than one quarter‐mile from this focal point. • Have goods and services within a short walking distance. • Contain a diversity of housing types, where possible. • Have homes with entries and windows facing the street. • Have a grid or modified grid street network (except where topography necessitates another street network layout).
• Provide a diversity of architectural styles.

LU‐7.2 Balanced neighborhoods. Within the allowed densities and housing types, promote and allow for a range of housing and price levels within each neighborhood in order to accommodate diverse ages and incomes. For development projects larger than five acres, require that a diversity of housing types be provided and that these housing types be mixed rather than segregated by unit type.

LU‐7.3 Housing affordability. Ensure affordable housing is distributed throughout the City to avoid concentrations of poverty and to be accessible to jobs.

LU‐7.4 Block size. Require new neighborhoods to be designed with blocks length ranging from 400 or less to 800 feet consistent with the General Plan place type. Exceptions can be made if mid‐block pedestrian and bicycle connections are provided.

LU‐7.5 Provision of sidewalks. Except within designated Rural Estate areas, require sidewalks of at least five feet in width on at least one side of private and both sides of public streets in neighborhoods and prohibit obstructions, such as utility boxes, telephone poles, street signs, etc. that would impede sidewalk use.

LU‐7.6 Tree‐lined streets. Require trees on both sides of at least 60 percent of new and existing streets within the project and on the project’s side of bordering streets, between the vehicle travel way and walkway at intervals averaging no more than 50‐100 feet (excluding driveways and utility vaults). This standard shall apply whenever new streets are constructed or when existing streets and sidewalks are significantly rehabilitated with existing neighborhoods. Ensuring the appropriate revenue stream to provide long‐term maintenance.

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LU‐7.7 Shaded sidewalks. Require shade over at least 50 percent of the length of sidewalks on streets within a project. Trees must provide shade within five‐years of landscape installation and should be as water efficient as possible.

LU‐7.8 Gated communities. Discourage the construction of new gated communities. When gated communities are allowed, require frequent pedestrian and bicycle connections between the gated community and surrounding areas at distances no more than 600 feet apart.

LU‐7.9 Soundwalls. Allow the use of soundwalls to buffer new neighborhoods from existing sources of noise pollution, such as railroads and limited‐access roadways. Prohibit the use of soundwalls to buffer residential areas from arterial, boulevard, connector, Downtown, and local streets. Instead design approaches such as building setbacks, landscaping, and other techniques shall be used.

In the case where soundwalls might be acceptable, require regular pedestrian access points at intervals less than 600 feet to improve access from the neighborhoods.

LU‐7.10 Subdivision gateways. Strive for neighborhoods to blend seamlessly with one another and discourage distinguishing one residential project from another.

LU‐7.11 Connections to key destinations. Require direct pedestrian and bicycle connections between residential areas and nearby commercial and public and institutional areas as well as other residential areas.

LU‐7.12 Access to parks and open spaces. Require the design of new neighborhoods and, where feasible, retrofit existing neighborhoods, so that the majority of dwelling units are within a half‐mile walking distance of a usable open space such as a tot‐lot, neighborhood park, community park, or plaza/ green.

LU‐7.13 Density bonuses. Support projects that seek for density bonuses for affordable housing, special‐ needs housing, childcare, and senior housing.

LU‐7.14 Unbundled parking. Require unbundled parking, reducing or eliminating requirements for on‐site parking in the Downtown and Midtown subareas.

Goal LU‐8: Resort Uses. Encourage resort uses within neighborhoods and centers that enhance the quality of places.

LU‐8 Policies
LU‐8.1 Resort uses. Allow hospitality, recreation, single and multi‐family residential with golf course activity or similar recreational orientation, small‐scale retail and services, and similar uses which are compatible with and oriented towards serving the needs of resort‐oriented living.

LU‐8.2 Resort neighborhoods. Permit resort uses in any General Plan placetype with a neighborhood designation. Resorts should reflect the overall character, allowed uses, and intensity of the placetype.

LU‐8.3 Resort connectivity and streetscape. Require streetscape design and street connectivity be consistent with the character and standards identified by the General Plan placetype in which the resort parcel or project is located. Pedestrian access to perimeter streets or adjoining neighborhoods or districts should be provided approximately every 600 feet to encourage walking, biking, or equestrian activity.

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LU‐8.4 Gated resorts. Allow resort uses to be gated, at the discretion of the City. When gated communities are allowed, require frequent pedestrian and bicycle connections between the gated community and surrounding areas at distances no more than 600 feet apart.

Centers and Districts
Indio will work to attract new businesses to the community, increase resident and visitor access to shops and services, and foster a distinctive character that enriches the City’s image and identity to support and empower the community.

Goal LU‐9: Centers. A variety of mixed use, urban centers throughout the City that provide opportunities for shopping, recreation, commerce, employment, and arts and culture.

LU‐9 Policies
LU‐9.1 Regional destination. Establish Downtown Indio as regional destination with a mix of uses that draw visitors from the Coachella Valley. Encourage a broad mix of uses that creates an inviting, active, and dynamic Downtown including:
• Local‐ and regional‐serving retail and services
• Cultural, arts, and institutional uses
• Educational uses and facilities
• Small, local‐serving office uses
• Residential buildings to increase housing diversity and units • Innovative, public spaces and parks
LU‐9.2 Neighborhood center design. Design new neighborhood centers to be walkable and pedestrian‐ friendly with buildings that face streets and public sidewalks. Primary building entrances should face the street.

LU‐9.3 Access to transit. Encourage the development of Neighborhood Centers that are located on existing or planned transit stops, particularly along Highway 111, Avenue 42, and Avenue 50, in order to facilitate and take advantage of transit service, reduce vehicle trips, and allow residents without private vehicles to access services.

LU‐9.4 Pop‐up uses. Support transformation of vacant or under‐utilized properties and buildings for pop‐ up uses including restaurants, art spaces, and cultural facilities, among other uses.

LU‐9.5 Parking districts. Create special parking districts in Downtown and Midtown to encourage shared parking and that can be used to fund and facilitate creation of park once facilities or other non‐ auto transportation improvements.

LU‐9.6 Unbundled parking. Require unbundled parking, reducing or eliminating requirements for on‐site parking in the Downtown and Midtown subareas.

LU‐9.7 Incentives for aggregation. Allow or create incentives, such as density bonuses, parking reductions, setback reductions, or other regulatory modifications, for projects that aggregate parcels to create a larger contiguous parcel.

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Goal LU‐10. Workplace and Employment Districts. Employment‐oriented districts provide space for industrial, manufacturing, office, and research and development in order to increase access to jobs and enhance the fiscal stability of the City.

LU‐10 Policies
LU‐10.1 Design of employment districts. Design Workplace and Employment Districts to be urban in character with compact buildings sited at or near front lot lines, provide a high percentage of lot coverage, and building facades and entrances directly facing the street. Buildings should have a high degree of transparency and visibility. Parking lots and large setbacks shall not dominate the frontage of the Workplace and Employment Districts.

LU‐10.2 Emerging industries. Support a diverse mix of light industrial, information, maker, and technology uses in order to provide jobs and tax revenues for the community by allowing emerging economic uses and industries within the Workplace and Employment designation.

LU‐10.3 Flex spaces. Expand the number of flex facilities on land designated as Workplace and Employment to accommodate technology, light manufacturing, and service tenants and diversify the City’s economic base.

LU‐10.4 Non‐polluting industries. Promote development of non‐polluting industries that are not major sources of air and water pollution or other negative externalities.

LU‐10.5 Industrial compatibility. Where industrial uses are near existing and planned residential development, require that industrial projects be designed to limit the impact of truck traffic, air and noise pollution on sensitive receptors.

LU‐10.6 Employee services. Enhance the working environment within the Workplace and Employment District by promoting small retail areas and restaurants to serve employees.

LU‐10.7 Walkable blocks. Add new street connections to create walkable blocks to improve pedestrian safety and access consistent with the streetscape and connectivity standards defined for the placetype.

LU‐10.8 Transit accessible. Work with SunLine, area employers, and other partners to provide frequent, quality transit service to Workplace and Employment Districts.

Goal LU‐11. The Arts. A high quality of life and strong community identity enhanced by rich arts and culture programs.

LU‐11 Policies
LU‐11.1 Performing arts. Support the establishment of allowed land uses and facilities that embrace and celebrate the cultural diversity and rich history of Indio and that promote and encourage arts and entertainment.

LU‐11.2 Culture and heritage. Enhance community culture and heritage through the establishment of public art, themed street furniture, signage, banners, landscaping, special paving, and lighting.

LU‐11.3 Development projects. Require development projects provide public artwork or contribute to an Art in Public Places fund.

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LU‐11.4 Public art. Continue to require art in public places to be located in an area that either highlights the design of the building or center or is incorporated within an on‐site pedestrian plaza.

LU‐11.5 Art interaction. Support public art installations that encourage interaction with the public such as works that can be touched, sat on, walked on, etc.

LU‐11.6 Decorative gateways. Celebrate the gateways to Indio, Downtown, Midtown, and other prominent destinations by enhancing them with the integration of public art by local artists.

LU‐11.7 Artist live/work studios. Encourage live/work studio space in new Downtown developments, where appropriate.

LU‐11.8 Public infrastructure. Encourage integration of art into new and rehabilitated public infrastructure, such as streets, sidewalks, intersections, interchanges, etc.

LU‐11.9 Community arts programs. Support transformation of vacant or under‐utilized properties and public buildings for cultural and arts‐based programs to support area revitalization.

Infrastructure
Working in conjunction with project applicants, Indio will ensure adequate infrastructure and services for residents, businesses, and visitors.

Goal LU‐12: Infrastructure Provision. Existing and future residents and businesses are adequately serviced by public services and infrastructure.

LU‐12 Policies
LU‐12.1 Annexation. Before allowing annexation in the Northern or Eastern Sphere of Influence subarea, create a land use plan and conduct a related fiscal analysis that demonstrates that annexation will be revenue neutral or revenue enhancing. Annexation shall not create a revenue drain on the City.

LU‐12.2 Adequate infrastructure. Ensure adequate infrastructure and utility service levels before approving new development.

LU‐12.3 Fair share. Require new development to pay their fair share for required improvements to public services and infrastructure.

LU‐12.4 Actual costs. Ensure that development impact fees are updated often and reflect the actual costs of improvements.

LU‐12.5 Phasing of public facilities. Require new parks, open spaces, and public facilities be constructed concurrent with, or prior to, the development of each residential neighborhood. All required parks, open spaces, and public facilities shall be constructed before a majority of the dwelling units are constructed.

LU‐12.6 Facilities districts. Require project developers to establish mechanisms, such as a Community Facilities District, to adequately maintain new parks and recreational facilities and other shared resources.

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Implementation Actions
The table below identifies programs, policy updates, planning efforts, coordination efforts, and other actions that will help implement the General Plan’s land use and urban design vision and policies. Programs are consistent with this chapter’s goals and policies.

Table 3‐3: Land Use and Urban Design Programs
DESCRIPTION PRIORITY TIME FRAME RESPONSIBILITY
1 Specific plan consistency. Following adoption of the General Plan, review the existing, adopted Specific
Plans and Project Master Plans and make changes
to ensure consistency with the General Plan.

High Medium Planning

2. Update zoning. Modify zoning standards to promote
neighborhood, district, and center design. Zoning
standards should consider building intensity, height
and massing, placement on a lot, parking location
and amount, ground‐floor open space, and parking
location and access. The revised zoning should
include:
• Form‐based regulations and standards that
create more certainty in the development
review process, and clearly define walkable
centers and neighborhoods. Design guide‐
lines to illustrative community character and
complement development requirements.
• Building design standards to foster growth
and development in the existing residential
neighborhoods, including by‐right up zoning
and support for missing middle housing.
• Updated subdivision ordinance.
• Streamline desired uses to permit uses that
foster greater economic opportunity and con‐
form to General Plan by‐right, including hos‐
pitality, visitor‐serving uses, and temporary
or pop‐up uses.
• Allow for reduced parking requirements, un‐
bundled parking, shared parking, and multi‐
ple tenant structures that encourage devel‐
opment of shared spaces and services.

High Short Planning

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3 Development review. Work to find efficacies and make development permitting as simple and as
transparent as possible.
• Move elements of permitting process on line
where possible
• Integrate the permitting and planning with GIS
capabilities to aid in program development
• Work to reduce multiple visits per applicant
Medium Ongoing Planning
4 Neighborhood master planning process. Review
existing project master plan requirements, and
update the planning process to enable incremental
development of vacant parcels while generating
interconnected centers, neighborhoods, and
employment areas of the City.

High Short Planning, Public
Works
5 Development fees. Update citywide development
impact fees for infrastructure, affordable housing,
other community benefits, and long‐range planning.

High Medium Planning,
Economic
Development,
Public Works,
Parks
6 Business Improvement Districts. Facilitate the
formation of Business Improvement Associations
(BIA), Business Improvement Districts (BID), or similar to unite business owners into area branding,
marketing, on‐going maintenance, and
beautification efforts. Focus initial efforts in
Downtown, Midtown, and Highway 111.

High Medium Planning,
Economic
Development
7 Placemaking program. Implement a placemaking
program focused on cost‐effective and flexible
activities, such as a “lighter, quicker, cheaper” approach in Midtown and Downtown.

High Short Planning,
Economic
Development
8 Midtown marketing. Create a Midtown branding
and marketing strategy.

Medium Short Planning,
Economic
Development
9 Midtown Master Developer. Study whether to seek
a master developer to lead redevelopment efforts
in the Midtown subarea.

High Short Planning,
Economic
Development
10 Development monitoring. Monitor future
development and growth in the City and report
annual changes to the Planning Commission and
City Council. Key metrics may including: housing
by type and income level, commercial floor area, jobs, vehicle miles traveled, and greenhouse gas
emissions.

Medium Ongoing Planning

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11 Infill housing incentive program. Establish an infill housing incentive program consistent with the
Housing Element. Potential incentives may include
an expedited building permit process, impact fee
waivers, or other incentives.

Medium Long Planning,
Economic
Development
12 General Plan reviews. Review the General Plan on
a five‐year cycle, including a review of individual elements and community programs. Periodically
revise the General Plan and respond to individual Plan Amendment petitions.

High Short Planning,
Economic
Development

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Miles

Desert Estates Transition
Suburban Neighborhood Low
Connected Neighborhood Low
Mixed Use Neighborhood
Neighborhood Center
Regional Commercial
Downtown
Workplace and Employment District
Public and Institutional
Parks and Open Space
General Plan Amendments
City Boundary
SOI Boundary
Bermuda Dunes Airport
Compatibility Zone*
Railroad
Highways
A
B1
B2
C
D
E
Airport Compatibility Zones
111
111
10 10
10 Avenue 52
Avenue 50
Avenue 49
Avenue 48
Avenue 46
Miles Ave.

Fred Waring Dr.

Avenue 42
Avenue 40
Avenue 38
Avenue 42
Avenue 44 Avenue 44
Avenue 45
Indio Blvd.

Jackson St.

Monroe St.

Hjorth St.

Madison St.

Arabia St.

Oasis St.

Calhoun St.

Dr. Carreon Blvd.

Requa Ave.

Clinton St.

Monroe St.

Jackson St. Jackson St.

Golf Center Parkway
Monroe St.

Madison St.

Jeﬀerson St. Jeﬀerson St.

Indio Blvd.
*Densities, intensities, and prohibited uses shall be consistent with criteria of the Bermuda Dunes Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan, including applicable Countywide criteria as may exist at the time of project review. If the project is located in the Bermuda Dunes Airport Compatibility zones, please see ALUCP and Indio City Planning Staff for the most up-to-date regulations.

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City Council
August 17, 2022

STAFF REPORT

To: City Council
From: Bryan H. Montgomery, City Manager
Prepared by: Kevin H. Snyder, Dir. Of Community Development Subject: Ordinance No. 1782 repealing Chapter 150 (Billboards and Signs) and Chapter 159 (Zoning Regulations) of Title XV (Land Usage) of the Indio Municipal Code and adopting the City of Indio Unified Development Code as the signage and zoning regulations for the City of Indio and repealing the current citywide zoning map and adopting a new citywide zoning map

RECOMMENDATION:

Introduce and waive full reading of Ordinance 1782 repealing Chapter 150 (Billboards and Signs) and Chapter 159 (Zoning Regulations) of Title XV (Land Usage) of the Indio Municipal Code and adopting the City of Indio Unified Development Code as the signage and zoning regulations for the City of Indio and repealing the current citywide zoning map and adopting a new citywide zoning map, waive full reading of Ordinance No. 1782 and request the City Clerk to read the ordinance by title only.

SUMMARY:

Adoption of new signage and zoning text regulations and adoption of a new citywide zoning map.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

California Government Code Section 65860 specifies that county or city zoning ordinance shall be consistent with the general plan of the county or city by January 1, 1974 and that a zoning ordinance shall be consistent with a city or county general plan on ly if the city or county has officially adopted such a plan and the various land uses authorized by the ordinance are compatible with the objectives, policies, general land uses, and programs specified in the plan.

Table 12-2 (Land Use and Community Design Implementation Programs) of the adopted General Plan specifies the amendment of zoning related regulations as a high priority implementation task to be conducted within the first five (5) years of Plan adoption. As previously noted, this update effort began in 2020 and upon completion will fully implement the vision, intent, policies and goals of the Plan. The completion of this update effort will also resolve the current misalignment between the adopted General Plan 2040 and current signage and zoning regulations that were developed to be consistent with the expired General Plan 2020.

Chapter 150 (Billboards and Signs) and Chapter 159 (Zoning Regulations) of Title XV of the Indio Municipal Code comprise the City's current signage and zoning regulation s. These Chapters were adopted in the mid -1990's and have largely stayed intact with limited substantive amendments. On September 18, 2019, the City Council adopted the City of Indio General Plan 2040. The Indio General Plan 2040 replaced the previously a dopted General Plan 2020 and was a substantive update to the AGENDA ITEM #10.6
Ordinance No. 1782 repealing Chapter 150 (Billboards and Signs) and Chap... Page 581 of 970 City's long -term vision of future growth and development. State law requires that the regulations governing the use and development of lands within the municipal limits of a city be consistent with the adopted General Plan for that city. Because Chapters 50 and 159 were substantively misaligned with the City's adopted Genera Plan, a significant update to both Chapters was required. Beginning in early 2020 and continuing to present, City staff and a consultant team have been developing new signage and zoning regulations that will be consistent with the adopted General Plan. These regulations are proposed to be incorporated into a Unified Development Code. This Code is intended to bring together various zoning regulations in a handbook format that will be clear, understandable, descriptive and will utilize visual graphics to more accurately display and guide the application of signage and zoning in the City.

The proposed Unified Development Code wil l replace current Chapters 150 and 159. The Code will be comprised of the following Articles:

Article 1: Table of Contents + Introduction
Article 2: Zone Regulations
Article 3: Citywide Regulations
Article 4: Regulations for Specific Uses
Article 6: Administration + Procedures
Article 7: Definitions

Please note that an additional article identified as Article 5 will address the City's Subdivision Regulations and Residential Condominium Conversions currently specified in Chapters 156 (Subdivision Regulations) and 163 (Residential Condominium Conversion s). This Article will be presented at a future date for review and consideration by the Planning Commission and City Council.

In addition, the City's current zoning map (circa 2009) will be replaced in full with a new zoning map that will implement on a citywide basis the appropriate General Plan land use designations.

Signage and Zoning Text Amendments:

Finding (s):

Pursuant to Subsection 159.871 of the Indio Municipal Code, the zoning text amendments were initiated through the City Council’s prior adoption of the General Plan 2040. Pursuant to Subsection 159.872 of the Indio Municipal Code, the Planning Commission is scheduled to hold a minimum of one (1) public hearing on July 13, 2022 to consider these amendments. Pursuant to Subsection 159.873 of the Indio Municipal Code, the Director of Community Development has prepared a staff report analyzing the proposed amend ments that is being provided to the Planning Commission in advance of the Commission’s public hearing. Pursuant to Subsection 159.874 of the Indio Municipal Code, the Planning Commission through the adoption of one or more resolutions will make a recommendation to the City Council as to whether the zoning text amendment should be adopted, adopted in modified form or rejected. Pursuant to Subsection 159.875 of the Indio Municipal Code, following the issuance of the Planning Commission’s recommendation (s), a minimum of one (1) public hearing is required to be held before the City Council. At the conclusion of the Council’s public hearing process, the Council may take ordinance action to approve the recommended zoning text amendments.

Conclusion (s):

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Finding (s):

Pursuant to Subsection 159.886 of the Indio Municipal Code, the zoning map amendment was initiated by the City Council’s prior adoption of the General Plan 2040 inclusive of the General Plan Land Use Designation Map and by the City Council’s prior adoption of the Desert Estates Transition land use designation. Pursuant to Subsection 159.888 of the Indio Municipal Code, the Director of Community Development has prepared a staff report analyzing the proposed amendments that is being provided to the Planning Commission in advance of the Commission’s public hearing. Pursuant to Subsect ion 159.889 of the Indio Municipal Code, the Planning Commission is scheduled to hold a minimum of one (1) public hearing on July 13, 2022 to consider the zoning map amendment. Pursuant to Subsection 159.890, the Planning Commission through the adoption of one or more resolutions will make a recommendation to the City Council as to whether the zoning text amendment should be adopted, adopted in modified form or rejected. Pursuant to Subsection 159.892 of the Indio Municipal Code, following the issuance of t he Planning Commission’s recommendation (s), a minimum of one (1) public hearing is required to be held before the City Council. At the conclusion of the Council’s public hearing process, the Council may take ordinance action to approve the recommended zon ing text amendments.

Conclusion (s):

The proposed zoning map amendment is being processed and considered consistent with the currently adopted regulations pertaining to zoning map amendments.

CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) COMPLIANCE:

The following CEQA Guidelines are applicable to the environmental review for the proposed General Plan and Signage and Zoning Amendments (the "project"):

The City’s project is in accordance with Section §15183 (Projects Consistent with a Community Plan or Zoning) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, subsection (a) which states that additional environmental review is not required for projects “which are consistent with the development density established by existing zoning, commu nity plan, or general plan policies for which an EIR was certified”, except as might be necessary to determine whether there are project - specific significant effects. In this case, the proposed project is consistent with the City's General Plan 2040 and Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) that was adopted and certified by the City Council on September 18, 2019. Therefore the proposed project is consistent with State CEQA Guidelines Section §15168(c)(2) since it is within the programmatic scope covered by the Final EIR and there is no substantial evidence that the proposed Zoning Code Update would require additional environmental analysis. Similarly, the proposed project is consistent with CEQA Guidelines Section §15183 (d)(1)(C) since it meets the consi stency with “a general plan of a local agency”, and with Section §15183 (d) (2) which states that “an EIR was certified by the lead agency for the general plan.

In addition, the project is consistent with CEQA Guidelines Section §15162(a) in that no subsequent environmental documentation will be required for the proposed project. Specifically, the proposed project is not proposing any substantial changes to the City’s GP 2040 [§15162(a)(1)], would not result

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The project is in accordance with Section §15168 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, subsection (c)(2) which states that if the agency finds that pursuant to Section 15162, no subsequent EIR would be required, the agency can approve the activity as being within t he scope of the project covered by the program EIR, and no new environmental documentation would be required.

Whether a later activity is within the scope of a program EIR is a factual question that the lead agency determines based on substantial evidence in the record. Factors that an agency may consider in making the determination include, but are not limited to, consistency of the later activity with the type of allowable land use, planned density and building intensity, geographic area analyzed for environmental impacts, and covered infrastructure as described in the program EIR.

On September 18, 2019, the Indio City Council certified the Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) through the adoption of Resolution No. 10106. This FEIR was prepared as a program EIR. Rincon Consultants, Inc., in business since 1994 and the environmental subconsultant for the General Plan and Signage and Zoning Code Amendments Project has analyzed the proposed amendments and has found them to be consistent with the previously certified program EIR. Based on this analysis and authorities granted to the City pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15162 and 15168, the Community Development Director, acting as the lead agency representative, determined that these amendments are within the scope of the project covered by the program EIR as the amendments to the General Plan do not substantively change the General Plan's vision, intent, policies and goals and the signage and zoning amendments are intended to make these regulations c onsistent with the General Plan. Therefore, the Community Development Director has determined that no new environmental documentation is required.

RIVERSIDE AIRPORT LAND USE COMMISSION:

The Riverside County Airport Land Use Commission conducted a consi stency public hearing for the proposed General Plan text and map amendments on June 9, 2022 and found said amendments to be consistent with the Bermuda Dunes Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan.

PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT AND NOTICE:

The General Plan and Signag e and Zoning Code Amendments are applicable citywide. Pursuant to the provisions of California Government Code Section 65091(4), if the number of owners to whom notice would be mailed or delivered pursuant to this paragraph or paragraph (1) is greater than 1,000, a local agency, in lieu of mailed or delivered notice, may provide notice by placing a display advertisement of at least one-eighth page in at least one newspaper of general circulation within the local agency in which the proceeding is conducted a t least 10 days prior to the hearing. On July 3, 2022, a 1/8 of a page display ad was published in the Desert Sun, a newspaper of general circulation, which is ten (10) days before the scheduled Planning Commission public hearing on July 13, 2022. In addition, an informational postcard regarding the amendments was mailed to all properties of record within the City on July 1, 2022. Further, a total of five (5) study sessions were held to review the proposed General Plan text and map amendments, the signage amendments and the zoning text and map amendments. These study sessions were held on February 23, 2022, March 9, 2022, April 13, 2022, April 27, 2022 and May 25, 2022.

PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW:

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AGENDA ITEM #10.6
Ordinance No. 1782 repealing Chapter 150 (Billboards and Signs) and Chap... Page 584 of 970 The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on July 13, 2022 regarding the repeal of Chapter 150 (Billboards and Signs) and Chapter 159 (Zoning Regulations) of Title XV (Land Usage) of the Indio Municipal Code and the adoption of the City of Indio Unified Development Code as the signage and zoning regulations for the City of Indio and the repeal of the current citywide zoning map and the adoption of a new citywide zoning map. Following the close of the public hearing and deliberation, the Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend to the C ity Council, the repeal of Chapter 150 (Billboards and Signs) and Chapter 159 (Zoning Regulations) of Title XV (Land Usage) of the Indio Municipal Code and the adoption of the City of Indio Unified Development Code as the signage and zoning regulations for the City of Indio and the repeal of the current citywide zoning map and the adoption of a new citywide zoning map.

ATTACHMENTS:

Attachment 1: Ordinance No. 1782 - ZoningTextMapAmendments_Exhibits

APPROVAL(S):

Kevin H. Snyder, Dir. Of Community Development Approved - 11 Aug 2022 Bryan H. Montgomery, City Manager Approved - 11 Aug 2022

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AGENDA ITEM #10.6
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF INDIO REPEALING CHAPTER
150 (BILLBOARDS AND SIGNS) AND CHAPTER 159 (ZONING

REGULATIONS) OF TITLE XV (LAND USAGE) OF THE INDIO

MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADOPTING THE CITY OF INDIO UNIFIED

DEVELOPMENT CODE AS THE SIGNAGE AND ZONING

REGULATIONS FOR THE CITY OF INDIO AND REPEALING THE

CURRENT CITYWIDE ZONING MAP AND ADOPTING A NEW

CITYWIDE ZONING MAP

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF INDIO, CALIFORNIA , DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1 . Findings. The City of Indio City Council adopted the General Plan 2040 inclusive of the General Plan Land Use Designation Map on September 18, 2019. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 65860. county or city zoning ordinances shall be consistent with the General Plan of the county or city and further that a zoning ordinance shall be consistent with a county or city only if the city or county has officially adopted such a plan and the various land use ordinances authorized by the ordinance are compatible with the objectives, policies, general land uses, and programs specified in the plan. Table 12 -2 (Land Use and Community Design Implementation Programs) specifies the amendment of zoning related regulations as a high priority implementation task within the first five (5) years of Plan adoption. Chapters 150 and 159 are substantively misaligned with the City's adopted General Plan resulting in t he need for a significant update to both Chapters. Beginning in early 2020 and continuing to present, City staff and a consultant team have been developing new signage and zoning regulations that will be consistent with the adopted General Plan. These regu lations are proposed to be incorporated into a Unified Development Code. The Unified Development Code is intended to bring together various zoning regulations in a handbook format that will be clear, understandable, descriptive and will utilize visual grap hics to more accurately display and guide the application of signage and zoning in the City. The Unified Development Code will also implement objective design standards required for certain types of residential housing. Pursuant to Indio Municipal Code Sec tion 159.875, the City Council the City Council hereby determines and makes the following finding : the proposed change s to the zoning code and zoning map set forth in this Ordinanc e are consistent with the objectives of Title XV (Land Usage) of the Indio Municipal Code. In addition, the proposed zoning code and map amendments are consistent with the City of Indio 2040 General Plan Land Use Element Policies LU-

1.1-1.6, Policies LU-2.1-2.8, Policies LU -3.1-3.7, Polices LU -4.1-4.7, Policy LU -5.7, Policy LU-6.10, Policies, LU -7.1-7.14, Polices LU -8.1-8.4, LU 9.1 -9.7 and Policies LU-10.1-10.8. The Riverside County Airport Land Use Commission conducted a consistency public hearing for the proposed zoning text and map amendments on June 9, 2022 and at the conclusi on of said hearing voted in favor of finding the zoning and

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Section 2. Chapters 150 (Billboard and Signs) and 159 (Zoning Regulations) of Title XV (Land Usage) of the Indio Municipal Code are hereby repealed in its entirety and replaced with the City of Indio Unified Development Code attached here to as Exhibit “A".

Section 3. The City of Indio’s current zoning map (circa 2009) is hereby repealed and replaced with a new zoning map attached hereto as Exhibit “B” that will implement on a citywide basis the appropriate General Plan 2040 land use designations.

Section 4. The City Manager or designee is hereby authorized to make minor non-substantive corrections to scrivener errors to the Unified Development that are identified following the City Council’s adoption of this ordinance.

Section 5. Severability. If any sect ion, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance or its application to any person or circumstance, is for any reason held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases of this ordinance, or its application to any other person or circumstance. The City Council dec lares that it would have adopted each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase hereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections , subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases hereof be declared invalid or unenforceable.

Section 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published in the manner prescribed by law.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 17th day of August, 2022.

WAYMOND FERMON
MAYOR

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AGENDA ITEM #10.6
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CYNTHIA HERNANDEZ, CMC

CITY CLERK

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IntroductIon | INTRODUCTORY PROVISIONS
ADOPTED X.XX.22
unIFIEd dEVELoPMEnt codE
Adoption draft
Adopted X.X.22
cItY oF IndIo

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IntroductIo n | II
tA BLE o F contEn tS
Ar t I cL E 1: I n troductorY Pr oV ISI onS 1

1.01. PURPOSE + AUTHORITY 2
1 .02. ZONES AND ZONING MAP 8
1 .03. HOW TO USE THIS CODE 1
1 Ar t I cL E 2: Z o nE rE GuL AtI onS 1 3

2.01. PURPOSE + USE CLASSIFICATIONS 1 4

2.02. RESIDENTIAL ZONES 1
8 2.03. MIXED-USE ZONES 2
9 2.04. NON-RESIDENTIAL ZONES 7
0 2.05. PUBLIC/INSTITUTIONAL ZONES 8
1 2.06. SPECIFIC PLAN AND PROJECT MASTER PLAN ZONES 8
9 2.07. OVERLAY ZONES 9
0 Ar t I cL E 3: cItY WIdE rE GuL AtI onS 9 5

3.01. RULES OF MEASUREMENT 9 6

3.02. GENERAL SITE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR ALL ZONES 1 03 3.03. PARKING + LOADING 1
33 3.04. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS 1
60 3.05. SIGN REGULATIONS 1
63 3.06. ART IN PUBLIC PLACES 2
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21 4.03. ADULT-ORIENTED BUSINESSES 2
27 4.04. ANIMAL KEEPING 2
30 4.05. AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE AND REPAIR/FUELING STATIONS 2 34 4.06. BAIL BONDS 2
35 4.07 . CANNABIS ACTIVITY 2
36 4.08. CHECK CASHING BUSINESSES 2
38 4.09. CHILD DAY CARE IN A HOME (SMALL AND LARGE) AND DAY CARE CENTERS 2 39 4.10. CONVENIENCE MARKETS 2
40 4.11. COTTAGE FOOD OPERATIONS 2
41 4.12. COTTAGE INDUSTRY 2
43 4.13. DRIVE-THROUGH USES 2
44 4.14. EMERGENCY SHELTERS 2
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4.17. MANUFACTURED/MOBILE HOME PARK 2
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53 4.19. MINI-STORAGE WAREHOUSING OR FACILITY 2
54 4.20. OUTDOOR STORAGE 2
55 4.21. PAWNSHOPS 2
56 4.22. RECREATIONAL VEHICLE (RV) PARKS 2
57 4.23. RESALE/CONSIGNMENT/THRIFT SHOPS 2
58 4.24. SMOKE SHOPS 2
59 4.25. TATTOO/BODY ART/PIERCING ESTABLISHMENTS 2
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1.01.01. t itle
This Title shall be known and officially cited as the “Unified Development Code of the City of Indio.” It is referred to in this Title as the “Indio Development Code,” the “Development Code,” or the “Code.” The provisions of this Code supersede all prior ordinances codified in Chapters 150, 154, 156, and 159 of the Indio Municipal Code and any amendments.

1.01.02. Pu rpose
The purpose of this Code is to implement the City’s General Plan and to protect, promote, and enhance the public health, safety, peace, comfort, convenience, prosperity, and general welfare. More specifically, the Code is adopted to achieve the following objectives:

A. Achieve the arrangement of land uses depicted in the City of Indio General Plan, consistent with the goals and policies of the General Plan;
B. Provide standards for the orderly growth and development of the city, and guide and control the use of land to foster a safe, harmonious, convenient, attractive, and workable relationship among land uses; C. Ensure that public and private lands ultimately are used for the purposes which are most appropriate and most beneficial to the city as a whole;
D. Ensure consideration of natural environmental features in the development and use of land within the city; E. Revitalize and connect neighborhoods to preserve and enhance quality of life in the city; F. Facilitate the appropriate location of community facilities, institutions, transportation, and parks and recreational areas;
G. Promote economic growth and the creation of jobs;
H. Promote high-quality design in the development process so that new development enhances the appearance of the city as it matures;
I. Encourage infill development in existing sections of the city and provide for innovative and sustainable development in undeveloped areas;
J. Define duties and powers of administrative bodies and officers responsible for implementation of the Code.

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1.01.03. A uthority
This Code is enacted based on the authority vested in the City by the State of California, including, but not limited to: the State Constitution, Sections 65800 and subsequent sections of the Government Code, the California Environmental Quality Act, the Subdivision Map Act, the Health and Safety Code, and case law of the State and Federal courts as they may all be modified from time to time.

1.01.04. S cope
This Code is adopted to accomplish the stated objective of and to implement the City’s General Plan. To accomplish these objectives, the City shall regulate the use, location, area, and dimension of sites for development; the bulk and height of structures; the appearance of certain uses, structures, and signs; open space, landscaping, access and egress, off-street parking; and other such aspects of land use which may be deemed necessary for the public peace, health, safety, and general welfare of the people working and living within the city.

1.01.05. A pplicability and Exemptions
This Code applies to all land uses, activities, structures, subdivisions, and development within the incorporated jurisdiction of the City of Indio and to property for which applications for annexation and/or subdivisions have been submitted to the City of Indio, except as provided by this Section. The applicability described in this Section is not a comprehensive list; the Director of Community Development (Director) shall determine the specific applicability of the Code to all projects and applications within the city.

A. N ew Land Uses or Structures, Changes to Land Uses or Structures.

Compliance with the requirements of this Code is necessary for any private person, firm, corporation or organization or public agency to lawfully establish, construct, occupy, maintain, reconstruct, alter, expand, or replace any use of land or structure. Any governmental agency shall be exempt from the provisions of this Code only to the extent that such property may not be lawfully regulated by the City of Indio (e.g., Federal or Tribal lands that are not subject to local land use regulations).

B. I ssuance of City Permits and Licenses.

No permit or business license shall be issued by the City unless the proposed project or activity complies with all applicable provisions of this Code and all other applicable provisions of law.

C. S ubdivisions.

Each subdivision of land approved within the City shall comply with the minimum lot size requirements of Article 2 (Zone Regulations), the City’s subdivision regulations in Article 5 (Subdivision Regulations), the Subdivision Map Act, and all applicable requirements of this Code.

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D. E xemptions.

The following uses and conditions are exempt from modification by this Code:

1. E
xisting Uses and Structures.

An existing land use/structure is lawful if legally established, operated, and maintained in compliance with all applicable zoning and development regulations at the time of establishment, as provided by Chapter 6.07 (Nonconforming Provisions).

2. V
iolations.

A violation or nonconforming existing land use/structure that was established prior to the adoption of this Code shall maintain the violation and/or nonconforming status until steps are taken to bring the land use or structure into conformance with this Code. See Chapter 6.07 (Nonconforming Provisions) for regulations and standards for nonconforming uses and buildings.

3. E
xisting City Entitlements.

Any effective entitlement and/or permit issued by the City prior to the effective date and hour of this Code shall be permitted to be exercised regardless of compliance with any or all regulations of this Code.

4. P
rojects in Progress + Pending Proceedings.

Any actions or proceedings initiated under provisions repealed, amended or modified by the provisions of this Code, and any vested right, shall not be affected by the enactment of the provisions of this Code, except that subsequent proceedings shall conform to the provisions of this Code insofar as possible and allowable by State law.

5. P
revious Violation or Conviction.

Any violation of and/or conviction under any provision repealed, amended or modified by the provisions of this Code shall be considered as a violation of and/or conviction under this Code. The repeal or substitution of any provisions shall not affect any prosecution which may be pending in any court for the violation of any provision of the Code at time of the repeal or substitution.

E. D ensity Bonuses for Affordable and Senior Housing.

All proposed housing developments that qualify under California Government Code Section 65915 for a density increase and other incentives, and any qualified land transfer under California Government Code Section 65915 shall be eligible to apply for a density bonus (including incentives and/or concessions) consistent with the requirements, provisions and obligations set forth in California Government Code Section 65915, as may be amended. See Indio Municipal Code Chapter 154 (Density Bonuses and Other Incentives for Low Income and Senior Housing).

F. O ther Requirements May Apply.

Nothing in this Code eliminates the need for obtaining any other permits required by the City, or any permit, approval or entitlement required by any other applicable special district or agency, and/or the regulations of any County, State, or Federal agency. No use that is illegal under local or State law shall be allowed in any zone within the city.

G. S ubstandard Lots.

Legally created substandard lots on record prior to the adoption of this Code shall be deemed in compliance with the minimum lot area requirements. The lot area per dwelling unit, however, shall remain as specified in the applicable zone. In no instance shall these provisions prevent the erection of a single-family dwelling on any substandard residential lot.

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1.01.06. I nterpretation of re gulations
A. C larification of Ambiguity.

The Director shall have the responsibility and authority to interpret the meaning and applicability of all provisions and requirements of this Code. Whenever the Director determines that the meaning or applicability of any of the requirements of this Code are subject to interpretation generally, or as applied to a specific case, the Director may issue an official interpretation or refer the question to the Planning Commission for determination. If ambiguity arises concerning the appropriate classification of a particular use or regulation within the meaning and intent of this Code with respect to any matters regulated by this Code based on established or unforeseen circumstances, including technological changes in processing or application of materials, the Director shall have the authority to interpret the regulation based on understanding of the Code. Appeals on any such official interpretation by the Director may be filed and heard consistent with Article 6 (Administration and Procedures); see Table 6.02.04 1 (Summary of Review Authorities for Decisions and Appeals) for the specific review/appeal hierarchy.

B. D iscretion.

When this Code provides for discretion on the part of a City official or body, that discretion may be exercised to impose conditions on the issuance of any City entitlements, consistent with Article 6 (Administration and Procedures).

C. M inimum Requirements.

The provisions of this Code shall be minimum requirements for the promotion of the public health, safety, and general welfare. Where this Code provides for more discretion on the part of a City official or body, that discretion may be exercised to impose more stringent requirements than set forth in this Code, as may be determined by the applicable Review Authority, if it is deemed necessary to promote health and safety, orderly land use development, and the other purposes of this Code.

D. C onflicting Regulations.

The regulations of this Code and requirements or conditions imposed pursuant to this Code shall not supersede any other regulations or requirements adopted or imposed by the Indio City Council, the State of California, or any Federal agency that has jurisdiction by law over uses and development authorized by this Code. All uses and development authorized by this Code shall comply with all other such regulations and requirements. Where conflict occurs between the provisions of the Code and any other City ordinance, chapter, resolution, guideline, or regulation, the more restrictive provisions shall control, unless otherwise specified.

E. P rivate Agreements.

The provisions of this Code are not intended to revoke, annul, or impair any easements, codes, covenants and restrictions or other existing agreement between parties, which are more restrictive than the provisions of this Code. Where this Code imposes a greater restriction or higher standard than that required by private agreement, this Code shall control. The City shall not enforce any private covenant or agreement unless it is a party to the covenant or agreement.

F. D evelopment Agreements and Specific Plans.

Standards adopted as part of any development agreement or specific plan shall control over any conflicting Code requirements adopted subsequent to the development agreement or specific plan.

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G. T ime Limits.

Whenever a number of days is specified in the Code, or in any permit, condition of approval, or notice provided in compliance with the Code, the number of days shall be consecutive calendar days. A time limit shall extend to 5:00 p.m. on the following working day where the last of the specified number of days falls on a weekend or holiday.

H. T erminology.

Language used in this Code shall be understood as follows:

1. M
andatory Language.

The words “shall,” “will,” “is to,” “must,” and “are to” are always mandatory and not discretionary.

2. E
ncourage Language.
“Should” indicates that the standard is not mandatory but is strongly recommended. “May” is permissive and does not represent a regulatory requirement.

3. I
ndicative Language.

The words “include,” “includes,” and “including” mean “including, but not limited to.” The word “and” means that all connected words or provisions apply; the word “or” means that the connected words or provisions shall apply singly or in any combination. The words “either … or” indicate that the connected words or provisions shall apply singly, but not in combination.

I. P hoto and Figure Disclaimer.

Images, photos, and diagrams in this Code are not intended to be interpreted literally; they are provided to illustrate regulations and assist in understanding the desired character or proposed implementation of a standard (e.g., measurement/calculation, range of scale, intensity, site organization, streetscape, building design). In case of conflict between the text and a figure, illustration, heading, caption, diagram, or graphic, the text controls.

1.01.07. nui sances
It is a public nuisance for any person, firm, company, or organization to own, use, operate, lease, or otherwise maintain a property or a building, or to own, operate, lease, or otherwise maintain property in violation of any provision of this Code. Notices of violation shall be provided and recorded, and nuisances abated according to the provisions of Municipal Code Chapter 95A (Nuisances).

1.01.08. re sponsibility for Administration
This Code shall be administered by the City Council, the Planning Commission, the Director or designee, the Community Development Department, the Building Official or staff person designated by the Director to perform such actions, and any other departments, groups, personnel, or individuals as identified in a specific Chapter of this Code, in compliance with Article 6 (Administration and Procedures).

1.01.09. re lationship to the General Plan
This Code implements the goals and policies of the Indio General Plan by regulating the use of land and structures within the City. This Code and the General Plan shall be consistent with one another. Any permit, license, or approval issues in accordance with this Code must be consistent with the General Plan and all applicable specific plans. In any case where there is a conflict between this Code and the General Plan, the General Plan shall control.

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The provisions of this Code are severable. If any applicability, Chapter, Section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Code is, for any reason, held to be invalid, unconstitutional, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the decision shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of any other portion or provision of this Code.

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1.02. ZonE S An d ZonI nG M AP

1.02.01. A pplicability
The Official Zoning Map, as established by this Code, shall apply to all real property within the city. The establishment of land uses and buildings in all zones shall be consistent with the provisions of this Code and the standards and regulations applicable to the zone. City zones and their relationship to the General Plan Place-Types are listed in Table 1.02.03-1 (Base Zones and Overlay Zones).

1.02.02. Z oning Map
The City’s Official Zoning Map establishes and defines all zones and overlay areas, and their boundaries. Each zone outlines land use and development standards to implement the range of expected outcomes expressed in the Indio General Plan. All zone regulations shall be applied based on the zone boundaries and locations established by the Official Zoning Map. All overlay areas further regulate the land use or specific activities within the underlying zone and shall be applied based on the overlay boundaries and locations established by the City’s Official Zoning Map.

The boundaries of the zones established by this Code are not included in this Code but are shown on the City’s Official Zoning Map maintained by the Community Development Department. The Zoning Map, together with all legends, symbols, notations, references, zone boundaries, map symbols, and other information on the map has been adopted by the Council and is hereby incorporated into this Code by reference, together with any amendments previously or hereafter adopted.

A. An nexation of Properties.

When property outside of the City limits is submitted for annexation to the City, zoning of the property shall be determined by the City and shall be incorporated into the Official Zoning Map upon adoption.

B. A mendments to the Zoning Map.

Amendments to the Official Zoning Map shall follow the process established in Chapter 6.06 ( General Plan and Zoning Amendments).

1.02.03. E stablishment of Zones
The city is divided into Residential Neighborhood Zones, Mixed-Use Zones, Commercial/Industrial Zones, and Public/Institutional Zones to individually regulate development form and land use of parcels. This specific mix of zones implements the General Plan by providing for a range of development intensity and uses that are compatible with the character of the City’s neighborhoods, districts, and corridors. The city is divided into base zones and overlay zones that implement the General Plan as shown in Table 1.02.03-1, and are applied geographically by the Official Zoning Map.

Existing legally constructed nonconforming uses, buildings, and structures established prior to the adoption of this Code are legal, nonconforming uses and are permitted to operate subject to the regulations of Chapter 6.07 (Nonconforming Provisions).

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Residential Zones
MH Mobile Home Chapter 2.01 (Residential Zones) Connected Neighborhoods DE - 1 Desert Estates - 1 Chapter 2.01 (Residential Zones) Desert Estates DET - 3 Desert Estates Transition - 3 Chapter 2.01 (Residential Zones) Desert Estates SN - 4 Suburban Neighborhood - 4 Chapter 2.01 (Residential Zones) Suburban Neighborhood SN - 8 Suburban Neighborhood - 8 Chapter 2.01 (Residential Zones) Suburban Neighborhood Mixed-Use Zones
CN - 14 Connected Neighborhood - 14 Chapter 2.03 (Mixed Use Zones) Connected Neighborhood CN - 20 Connected Neighborhood - 20 Chapter 2.03 (Mixed Use Zones) Connected Neighborhood MUN Mixed Use Neighborhood Chapter 2.03 (Mixed Use Zones) Mixed Use Neighborhood NC Neighborhood Center Chapter 2.03 (Mixed Use Zones) Neighborhood Center MT Midtown Chapter 2.03 (Mixed Use Zones) Midtown
DT Downtown Chapter 2.03 (Mixed Use Zones) Downtown
Non-Residential Zones
IL Light Industrial Chapter 2.04 (Non-Residential Zones) Workplace and Employment District
IH Heavy Industrial Chapter 2.04 (Non-Residential Zones) Workplace and Employment District
RC Regional Commercial Chapter 2.04 (Non-Residential Zones) Regional Commercial RR Resource Recovery Chapter 2.04 (Non-Residential Zones) Resource Recovery Public/Institutional Zones
PI Public and Institutional Chapter 2.05 (Public/Institutional Zones)
Public and Institutional
OS Parks and Open Space Chapter 2.05 (Public/Institutional Zones)
Parks and Open Space
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SP/PMP Specific Plans and Project
Master Plans
Chapter 2.06 (Specific Plan and
Project Master Plan Zones)
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R-OS Resource Management and
Open Space Overlay
Chapter 2.07 (Overlay Zones) Resource Management and
Open Space Overlay
FD Festival District Chapter 2.07 (Overlay Zones) Festival District ES Emergency Shelter Overlay Chapter 2.07 (Overlay Zones) Various PD Planned Development Chapter 2.07 (Overlay Zones) Various

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1.02.04. I nterpretation of Zone Boundaries
When uncertainty exists about the location of any zone boundary or section shown on the Official Zoning Map, the precise location of the boundary shall be determined by the Director. Generally, the following boundary guidelines shall be used for reading the Zoning Map and for interpretation, unless otherwise determined by the Director.

A. G eneral Boundaries.

Zone boundaries approximately following the right-of-way shall be construed to follow the proximate property line or right-of-way line.

B. S cale.

If a zone boundary does not follow a property line, or where a zone boundary divides a property, the location scale on the Official Zoning Map shall be used to determine the location of the boundaries, unless the boundaries are indicated by dimensions.

C. Sp lit Zone Properties.

Where a zone boundary divides a property, each portion of the property shall be developed in accordance with the applicable zoning designation. If more than 80 percent of the property falls under one zoning designation, the property owner may choose to develop the entire property according to that designation.

D. C enterline Boundaries.

Zone boundaries shown within a right-of-way that do not follow the outside right-of-way line(s) shall be construed to follow the centerline of such rights-of-way.

E. V acated Areas.

Vacated, abandoned, or non-occupancy uses (e.g., dedicated circulation rights-of-way, utility or maintenance easement/corridors, creek easements, railroad rights-of-way, or similar uses) shall be treated in one of the following ways:

1. R
evert to the identified zone.

2. Wh
ere no zone is identified by the Official Zoning Map, the vacated right-of-way or non-occupancy use shall acquire the zoning district classification of the adjacent property to which it reverts.

3. T
he Director shall determine the applicable zone; City Council approval and adoption by ordinance of the assigned zone shall be required to incorporate the zoning of the property into the Official Zoning Map.

F. U nclassified Areas.

Dedicated circulation rights-of-way, utility or maintenance easement/corridors, creek easements, railroad rights- of-way, or similar non-occupancy uses shown within a designated zone shall be deemed to be unclassified and shall not be used for development or structural purposes inconsistent with the established right-of-way use.

In accordance with the provisions of Chapter 3.03 (Parking and Loading), off-street automobile parking may be permitted within such unclassified rights-of-way, provided that such parking is constructed in accordance with all applicable standards and all necessary permits and approvals are obtained. Railroad rights-of-way shall be used solely for the purpose of accommodating tracks, signals, other operative devices, and the movement of rolling stock, unless otherwise vacated.

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The following information summarizes how to use this Zoning Code given the anticipated range of applications that will be submitted and processed.

1.03.01. I nstructions
A. Z oning.

Find the property on the City’s Official Zoning Map to determine which zone applies.

B. L and Uses.

See the “allowed land uses” table applicable to the zone to determine what uses are allowed on the site and what types of permit(s) are required. See Article 2 (Zone Regulations) for allowed land use tables for each zone.

C. A pplication Requirements.

Follow the application requirements identified in Article 6 (Administration and Procedures).

D. Z one Standards.

See the Chapters applicable to the zone to determine the development standards, operational standards, and all other provisions applicable to and required by the zone, per Table 1.02.03-1 (Base Zones and Overlay Zones).

E. A dditional Standards.

Apply the design standards or other standards applicable to the zone or land use, if any. Supplemental development and design standards can be found by zone in Article 2 (Zone Regulations). Standards applicable to all uses or zones can be found in Article 3 (Citywide Regulations). Standards for special uses can be found in Article 4 (Special Uses). Density bonus regulations and incentives for affordable housing can be found in Indio Municipal Code Chapter 154 (Density Bonuses and Other Incentives for Low Income and Senior Housing).

F. P arking Standards.

Provide at least the minimum required parking spaces as regulated by Chapter 3.03 (Parking and Loading).

G. S ubmit Application for Processing.

Submit an application for processing, in compliance with Article 6 (Administration and Procedures).

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The purpose of this Chapter is to establish allowed land uses and corresponding requirements for permits and entitlements for each of the City’s base and overlay zones. Uses allowed herein are consistent with and implement the corresponding land use designations in the Indio General Plan. Allowed land uses include both primary and accessory uses that are permanent in nature. Regulations for temporary uses are listed separately in Chapter 4.11 (Temporary Uses).

2.01.02. G eneral req uirements
All land uses shall conform to the purpose and intent of the applicable zone, and shall comply with the following.

A. Sp ecial Use Regulations.

Additional use regulations for special land uses are listed in Article 4 (Regulations for Specific Uses).

B. Sp ecial Planning Areas.

Special Planning Areas include areas of the city with adopted planning documents for development within each respective project area (e.g., specific plans, planned developments, master plans). These Special Planning Area documents establish land use and/or development regulations that are unique to the particular project area.

When a property is located within a Special Planning Area, the allowed use provisions of that Special Planning Area document shall govern. If a planning document refers back to, utilizes, or defers to one or more of the City’s base zones, the allowed use provisions in those base zones shall apply. If a planning document (Specific Plan, Project Master Plan, Development Agreement) refers back to, utilizes, or defers to the zoning in effect at the time of its adoption, refer to Appendix B (Municode Chapter 159 – operative prior to XX). If there are any conflicts between a base zone and a Special Planning Area document, the Special Planning Area document shall control.

C. O verlay Zones.

When a property is located within an overlay zone, the allowed use provisions of that overlay zone shall control.

When an overlay zone is silent on allowed use provisions, it defers to the allowed use provisions of the base zone.

Only where there is a conflict between two regulations will the overlay zone provisions control.

D. B ermuda Dunes Airport Compatibility Zones.

The City of Indio does not directly regulate the Bermuda Dunes Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan, as this is the responsibility of the Riverside County Airport Land Use Commission and its Staff. However, for properties affected by this Plan, densities, intensities, and prohibited uses shall be consistent with criteria of the Bermuda Dunes Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan, including applicable County-wide criteria as may exist at the time of project review. If the project is located in the Bermuda Dunes Airport Compatibility zones, a project proponent is responsible for coordinating with Indio City Staff and Airport Land Use Commission Staff, as appropriate.

E. U nlisted or Similar Compatible Uses.

If a use is not specifically listed, or if the use is not substantially similar to a use classification provided in this Code, the use shall not be allowed. When a use is not specifically listed in this title, the use may be permitted if the Director determines that the use is substantially similar to other uses when all the following findings are made by the Director in writing:

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1. T he characteristics of, and activities associated with, the proposed use are equivalent to and comparable to one or more of the listed permitted uses, and will not involve a higher level of activity or density than the uses permitted in the applicable zoning district.

2. T
he proposed use is substantially similar to a listed permitted use.

3. T
he proposed use is compatible with the purpose and intent of the applicable zone.

4. T
he proposed use has a similar degree of traffic, noise, light, odor, and other operational impacts as a listed permitted use.

5. T
he operation of the proposed use will not be detrimental to existing uses in the area of influence.

Decisions of the Director may be appealed as described in Section 6.03.13 (Appeals).

F. U nlisted Standards and Permit Requirements.

When the Director makes the Subsection D findings in writing, the proposed use will be treated in the same regulatory manner as the zone listed use for allowable location(s), permits required, and all other applicable standards and requirements of this Code.

G. I llegal Uses.

No use that is illegal under local, State, or Federal law shall be allowed in any zone within the city.

H. P rohibited Uses.

No operations conducted on any property shall create objectionable and/or obnoxious dust, light, matter, mud, noise, odor, refuse, smoke, steam, vibration, maintenance needs of grounds or buildings, or other nuisance(s).

No land use shall be detrimental to the health and welfare of the Indio community. For the purposes of public health, safety, and general welfare, land uses listed in Table 2.01.02-1 are prohibited in any zone in the city, and are not subject to the Director’s discretion. Full provision is made for all types of uses necessary for industrial development within the city, and thus the following uses, because of their nuisance and hazard characteristics if permitted within the developed area of Indio, would defeat the basic purposes of zoning. t
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2.01.02–1: Prohibited Land
us
es
Prohibited Land Uses
Cannabis Related Uses
Manufacture of Nitrocellulose Products
Rendering Plant
Dead Animal Reduction or Dumping Slaughterhouse
Distillation of Bones
Smelting
Garbage Processing
Gas Manufacture
Glue Manufacture
Tannery
Explosives Manufacture/Storage
Unlawful Use based on State, Federal, or other regulations

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2.01.03. P ermissions ta bles and Establishment of an
Allowed
us
e
The land use permissions, as established by zone per Tables 2.02.02-1, 2.03.02-1, 2.04.02-1, 2.05.02-1, and

2.06.03-1 in this Chapter, shall be applicable to all new uses, structures, and activities within the identified zone.

See Chapter 6.07 (Nonconforming Provisions) for regulations and standards for existing nonconforming uses.

Prior to the establishment of any land use identified in the land use permissions tables of this Chapter, the applicant shall obtain all necessary approvals and permits in compliance with all applicable requirements of this Code. Chapter 6.04 (Permits and Approvals) identifies the requirements of development proposals, and procedures and processing requirements for administrative and discretionary permit applications.

Land uses listed in the land use permissions tables and throughout this Code have been grouped into general categories based on common function, product, or compatibility characteristics. These use categories are called use classifications. The classifications are listed in alphabetical order in the use tables. Use classifications describe one or more uses having similar characteristics but do not list every use or activity that may be appropriate within the classification. For that reason, the City has established a similar use determination process as described in Subsection D of this Section. Each land use is described in Article 7 (Definitions). For example, personal service use includes a wide range of individual personal service uses (beauty parlor, dry cleaning, tanning salons, tailors).

Any one or more land uses allowed per the land use permissions tables in this Chapter may be established on any lot within the zone, subject to the planning permit requirement listed in the tables, and in compliance with all applicable requirements of this Code. Accessory uses are allowed only in conjunction with a primary use to which the accessory use relates, or as specified in the tables.

Where a single parcel is proposed for development with two or more of the land uses listed in the table at the same time, the overall project will be subject to the permit type requiring the highest level of review required by the table for any individual use. However, all applicable fees shall be paid for one or more permit types.

In addition to the regulations and development standards of the applicable zone, all land uses are subject to the specific use standards identified in the “Additional Use Regulations” column of the allowed use tables. Refer to the referenced Sections for additional operational standards and regulations applicable to the use.

2.01.04. A llowed u ses + Permit re quirements
Allowed uses by zone and corresponding requirements for entitlements are listed in Tables 2.02.02-1, 2.03.02- 1, 2.04.02-1, 2.05.02-1, and 2.06.03-1 for all of the city’s base zones. Generally, a use is either allowed by right, allowed through issuance of a permit, or not allowed. In addition to the requirements for planning entitlements of this Code, other permits may be required prior to establishment of the use (e.g., building permit or permits required by other agencies). The requirements for planning entitlements include:

A. P ermitted (P).

A land use shown with a “P” indicates that the land use is permitted by right in the designated zone, subject to compliance with all applicable provisions of this Code (e.g., development standards), as well as State and Federal law.

B. A ccessory Use (A).

A land use shown with “A” indicates that the land use is permitted only as a secondary use in conjunction with a primary use, subject to compliance with all applicable provisions of this Code (e.g., development standards), as well as State and Federal law.

C. A dministrative Use Permit (AUP) Required.

A land use shown with “AUP” indicates that the land use is permitted in the designated zone upon issuance of an administrative use permit from the designated approving authority, subject to compliance with all applicable provisions of this Code (e.g., development standards), as well as State and Federal law.

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D. C onditional Use Permit (CUP) Required.

A land use shown with “CUP” indicates that the land use is permitted in the designated zone upon issuance of a conditional use permit from the designated approving authority, subject to compliance with all applicable provisions of this Code (e.g., development standards), as well as State and Federal law.

E. N ot Permitted (X).

A land use shown with an “X” in the table is not allowed in the applicable zone.

F. T emporary Uses (TUP).

On occasion, property will be used for an event, activity, or use on a short-term basis. Such use is considered a temporary use. A land use shown with “TUP” indicates that the land use is permitted as a temporary use in conjunction with the issuance of a temporary use permit in accordance with Section 6.04.05 (Temporary Use Permits). Chapter 4.26

(Temporary Uses) provides the regulations for these uses, including development standards and time limits.

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2.02. rE SI d En tI AL ZonE S

2.02.01. P urpose + Intent
The purposes of the residential zones are to:

A. Provide for a full range of housing types consistent with the General Plan; B. Preserve, protect, and enhance the character of the City’s different residential neighborhoods; C. Enhance the quality of life for City residents;
D. Ensure that the scale and design of new development and alterations to existing development are compatible with surrounding residences and appropriate to the physical and aesthetic characteristics of proposed locations; and
E. Provide sites for public and semi-public land uses such as parks, schools, day care, and other community uses that will serve City residents and will complement surrounding residential development.

Additional purposes of each residential zone are as follows:

F. D esert Estates - 1 (DE-1).

The Desert Estates – 1 (DE-1) zone applies to semi-rural areas of the city and is intended to conserve natural features while providing low-intensity residential neighborhood development for single-family, detached homes at a density of up to one dwelling unit per acre. This zone implements the Desert Estates General Plan land use designation.

G. D esert Estates Transition – 3 (DET-3).

The Desert Estates Transition – 3 (DE-3) zone applies to semi-rural areas of the city and is intended to conserve natural features while providing low-intensity residential neighborhood development for single-family, detached homes at a density of up to three dwelling units per acre. This zone implements the Desert Estates General Plan land use designation.

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H. S uburban Neighborhoods - 4 (SN-4).

The Suburban Neighborhoods – 4 (SN-4) zone is intended to provide low-intensity neighborhood development for single-family, detached homes at a density of up to four dwelling units per acre. This zone implements the Suburban Neighborhoods General Plan land use designation.

I. S uburban Neighborhoods - 8 (SN-8).

The Suburban Neighborhoods – 8 (SN-8) zone is intended to provide low-intensity neighborhood development for single-family, detached homes at a density of up to eight dwelling units per acre. This zone implements the Suburban Neighborhoods General Plan land use designation.

J. Mo bile Home Park (MH).

The Mobile Home Park (MH) zone applies to areas
of the city appropriate for the exclusive and orderly
planned development of mobile home parks and
subdivisions, travel trailer parks, and recreational
vehicle parks. The purpose of the zone is to establish
appropriate regulations and standards in accordance
with Section 18000 et seq. of the Health and Safety
Code of the State of California. This zone falls within the Connected Neighborhoods General Plan land use
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2.02.02. L and u se re gulations
The land uses allowed in the residential zones are listed in Table 2.02.02-1. Allowed Uses - Residential Zones, together with the planning permit type required for each use. Numeric notes can be found at the end of the table. t
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2.02.02–1: Allowed
us
es –
re
sidential Zones
P = Permitted; AUP = Administrative Use Permit; CUP = Conditional Use Permit; TUP = Temporary Use Permit; A = Accessory Use; X = Not Permitted

RESIDENTIAL ZONES
Use1 DE-1 DET - 3 SN-4 SN-8 MH Additional/Specific Use
Regulations
Agriculture and Animal Keeping Uses
Agricultural Support, Sales, Service, and
Storage X X X X X
A
quaculture X X X X X
A
nimal Husbandry and Production X X X X X
A
nimal Raising and Keeping, Exotic X X X X X
A
nimal Raising and Keeping, Domestic
Pets A A A A A See Chapter 4.03 (Animal Keeping)
Animal Raising and Keeping, Horses A2,3, AUP A2,3, AUP X X X See Chapter 4.03 (Animal Keeping) Animal Raising and Keeping, Large
Livestock A
2,3, AUP X X X X See Chapter 4.03 (Animal Keeping)
Animal Raising and Keeping, Small
Livestock, Poultry, and Beekeeping A
2 A2 A2 X X See Chapter 4.03 (Animal Keeping)
Backyard Breeding A2 A2 A2 X X See Chapter 4.03 (Animal Keeping) Community Garden P P P P P
C
rop Production P X X X X
G
reenhouse, Private A A A A A
H
orticultural Production X X X X X
K
ennels, Private/Hobby AUP AUP X X X
Pr
ivate Garden P A A A A
S
table/Equestrian Facility, Commercial/
Public CUP2,3 CUP2,3 X X X See Chapter 4.03 (Animal Keeping) Stable/Equestrian Facility, Hobby/
Private A
2,3, AUP A2,3, AUP X X X See Chapter 4.03 (Animal Keeping) Automobile and Vehicle Uses
Auto and Vehicle Rental X X X X X
A
uto and Vehicle Sales, New X X X X X
A
uto and Vehicle Sales, Used X X X X X
A
uto and Vehicle Sales and Rental,
Large Vehicles and Equipment X X X X X
A
uto and Vehicle Services and Repair
– Major X X X X X
A
uto and Vehicle Services and Repair
– Minor X X X X X
Auto and Vehicle Towing/Impounding X X X X X
A
uto and Vehicle Washing and Detailing X X X X X
A
uto and Vehicle Wrecking/Dismantling X X X X X

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RESIDENTIAL ZONES
Use1 DE-1 DET - 3 SN-4 SN-8 MH Additional/Specific Use
Regulations
Fueling Stations X X X X X
Truck Stop/Fueling Station X X X X X
C
annabis Related Uses
Cannabis Cultivation, Commercial X X X X X
Cannabis Cultivation, Personal P P P P P
Personal indoor cultivation of 6 or
fewer live cannabis plants within a
single private residence or inside
an accessory structure located
upon the grounds of a private
residence that is a fully enclosed
and secure structure is permitted
per Chapter 4.06 (Cannabis
Activity). Outdoor personal
cultivation of live cannabis plants
is prohibited.

Cannabis Logistics, Distribution, and
Transportation Facility X X X X X

C
annabis Manufacturing X X X X X
C
annabis Retailer, Microbusiness, or
Dispensary X X X X X
C
annabis Testing Laboratory X X X X X
E
ating and Drinking Establishments and Entertainment Uses Bar/Nightclub/Lounge X X X X X
B
rewpub/Taproom/Wine Bar/
Microdistillery X X X X X
C
inema/Theater/Performing Arts
Center X X X X X
D
rive-Through, Non-Restaurants
(Accessory) X X X X X
L
ive Entertainment as Accessory Use,
Indoors (Accessory) X X X X X
L
ive Entertainment as Accessory Use,
Outdoors (Accessory) X X X X X
O
utdoor Dining X X X X X
O
utdoor Entertainment X X X X X
Re
staurant, Dine-In and Take-Out X X X X X
Re
staurant, Drive -Through X X X X X
In
dustrial and Manufacturing Uses
Artisan Manufacturing/Makers Space X X X X X
B
rewery/Distillery/Winery - without
tasting room or > 10,000 sf X X X X X
B
rewery/Distillery/Winery - with
tasting room and <10,000 sf X X X X X
C
onstruction and Materials Yards X X X X X
F
ood or Beverage Manufacturing X X X X X
H
azardous Materials/Wholesale Fuel
Storage and Distribution X X X X X

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Use1 DE-1 DET - 3 SN-4 SN-8 MH Additional/Specific Use
Regulations
Indoor Warehousing, Storage,
Wholesaling, and Distribution X X X X X
Man
ufacturing/Processing, Heavy X X X X X
Man
ufacturing/Processing, Light X X X X X
M
ining/Resource Extraction X X X X X
O
utdoor Storage (Primary Use) X X X X X
O
utdoor Storage (Accessory) X X X X X
S
alvage and Wrecking Yards X X X X X
L
odging
Bed and Breakfast CUP CUP AUP AUP X
L
odging - Extended Stay X X X X X
L
odging - Hotels X X X X X
L
odging - Motels X X X X X
L
odging - Timeshares X X X X X
Re
creation, Education, and Public Assembly Uses
Campground, Temporary TUP TUP TUP TUP TUP See Chapter 4.26 (Temporary Uses)
Cemeteries, Crematories, or
Mausoleums CUP CUP X X X

C
ivic/Government CUP CUP CUP CUP X
C
ollege/University CUP CUP CUP CUP X
C
ommercial Recreation and Sports,
Indoor X X X X X
C
ommercial Recreation and Sports,
Outdoor AUP AUP AUP AUP X
C
ommunity Assembly, Up to 5,000 sf
(gross sf) P P P P X
C
ommunity Assembly, > 5000 sf -
12,000 sf (gross sf) AUP AUP AUP AUP X
C
ommunity Assembly, >12,000 sf (gross
sf) CUP CUP CUP CUP X
C
ultural Institutions CUP CUP CUP CUP X
D
ay Care Centers AUP AUP AUP AUP X
See Chapter 4.08 (Child Day Care
in a Home (Small and Large) and
Day Care Centers)
Instructional Services, <= 5000 sf X X X X X

I
nstructional Services, > 5000 sf X X X X X
O
pen Space, Natural P P P P P
P
arks and Recreation Facilities P P P P P
P
ublic Service Facility AUP AUP AUP AUP X
Re
creational Vehicle (RV) Park X X X X X
Schools, Public or Private (TK-12) X X CUP CUP X
S
ocial Service Facilities X X CUP CUP X
T
utoring Facilities X X X X X
V
ocational/Trade School X X CUP CUP X

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RESIDENTIAL ZONES
Use1 DE-1 DET - 3 SN-4 SN-8 MH Additional/Specific Use
Regulations
Residential Uses
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and
Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU) A A A A A See Chapter 4.02 (Accessory Dwelling Units)
Caretaker's Unit X X X X A

C
hild Day Care in a Home, Large AUP AUP AUP AUP AUP
See Chapter 4.08 (Child Day Care
in a Home (Small and Large) and
Day Care Centers)
Child Day Care in a Home, Small P P P P P

See Chapter 4.08 (Child Day Care
in a Home (Small and Large) and
Day Care Centers)
Cottage Industry A, AUP A, AUP A, AUP A, AUP A, AUP See Chapter 4.11 (Cottage Industry)
Emergency Shelter X X X X X

G
roup Residential Home AUP AUP AUP AUP X
Ho
me Occupation A A A A A See Chapter 4.14 (Home
Occupations)
Cottage Food Operation A, AUP A, AUP A, AUP A, AUP A, AUP See Chapter 4.10 (Cottage Food Operations)
Live/Work AUP AUP AUP AUP X See Chapter 4.15 (Live/Work) Manufactured/Mobile Home Park X X X X P See Chapter 4.16 (Manufactured/ Mobile Home Park)
Residential Care Facilities, Large CUP CUP CUP CUP X

Re
sidential Care Facilities, Small P P P P X
R
esidential Housing Types
S
ingle-Family Dwelling, Detached P P P P X
S
ingle-Family Dwelling, Attached X X P P X
T
wo-Family Dwelling/Duplex X X P P X
M
ulti-Family Dwelling, Triplex/
Quadplex X X P P X
M
ulti-Family Dwelling, ≥ 5 Units X X X P X
M
obile Home X X X X P See Chapter 4.16 (Manufactured/
Mobile Home Park)
Manufactured/Modular/
Prefabricated Dwelling Unit P P P P P See Chapter 4.16 (Manufactured/ Mobile Home Park)
Single-Room Occupancy X X X X X

Su
pportive Housing X X CUP CUP X
T
ransitional Housing X X CUP CUP X
Y
ard Sales (Temporary) P P P P P See Chapter 4.26 (Temporary Uses)
Retail, Service, and Office Uses
Adult-Oriented Business X X X X X

A
lcohol Sales, Off-Sale X X X X X
A
nimal Sales and Services X X X X X
A
TM (Accessory) X X X X X
B
ail Bonds X X X X X

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Use1 DE-1 DET - 3 SN-4 SN-8 MH Additional/Specific Use
Regulations
Banks, Financial, and Savings and Loan
Institutions X X X X X
B
uilding Materials Sales and Services X X X X X
B
usiness to Business Support Services X X X X X
C
heck-Cashing Businesses X X X X X
C
onvenience Market X X X X X
F
ood Preparation, Commercial X X X X X
F
ortunetelling, Palm and Card Reading X X X X X
F
uneral Homes and Mortuaries X X X X X
G
eneral Retail ≤ 5,000 sf X X X X X
G
eneral Retail 5,000 sf - 25,000 X X X X X
G
eneral Retail/Superstore > 25,000 X X X X X
G
rocery Store X X X X X
H
ospital X X X X X
K
ennels/Boarding, Commercial X X X X X
K
iosk/Outdoor Vending X X X X X
L
aundromat X X X X X
M
assage Establishment, Accessory X X X X X
M
assage Establishment, Stand-Alone X X X X X
M
edical Services, Exte nded Care X X X X X
Medical Services, Medical/Dental/
Holistic/Clinic X X X X X

M
edical Services, Urgent Care X X X X X
M
ini-Storage Warehousing or Facility X X X X X
N
eighborhood Market X X CUP AUP X
N
ursery/Garden Center CUP CUP X X X
O
ffices, Processing X X X X X
O
ffices, Professional/Administrative X X X X X
O
ffices, Service X X X X X
O
utdoor Display X X X X X
P
awnshop X X X X X
P
ersonal Services X X X X X
Re
search and Development X X X X X
S
moke Shops X X X X X
S
moking Lounge X X X X X
S
wap Meet, Outdoor X X X X X
T
attoo/Body Art/Piercing X X X X X
Re
sale/Consignment/Thrift Shop X X X X X
V
eterinary Hospitals X X X X X

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Use1 DE-1 DET - 3 SN-4 SN-8 MH Additional/Specific Use
Regulations
Utility, Transportation, and Communication Uses
Airports and Heliports X X X X X
C
ommunications, Facilities within
Buildings X X X X X
C
ommunications, Telecommunications/
Large Commercial Antennas AUP/CUP AUP/CUP AUP/CUP AUP/CUP X An AUP or CUP is required,
depending on the design and
height of the large commercial
antenna, as regulated by Section

4.25.04 (Large Commercial
Antennas).

Communications, Telecommunications/
Small Wireless Facilities P P P P P
See Chapter 4.25
(Telecommunications/Wireless
Facilities)
Freight/Trucking Facility X X X X X

L
ight Fleet-Based Services X X X X X
M
obile Recycling Unit (Accessory) X X A, AUP A, AUP A, AUP P
arking Lots and Structures X X X X X
P
assenger Transportation Facilities X X X X X Bus stops are allowed in all zones.

Public Utilities, Major CUP CUP X X X
P
ublic Utilities, Minor AUP AUP AUP AUP AUP
Re
newable Energy System (Primary
Use) X X X X X
Re
newable Energy System, Building-
Mounted (Accessory) A A A A A
Re
newable Energy System, Stand-Alone
or Ground Mounted (Accessory) A, CUP A, CUP A, CUP A, CUP A, CUP Re
cycling Collection Facility X X X X X
Re
cycling Processing Facility X X X X X
Re
verse Vending Machine (Accessory) X X X X X
U
tility Yard X X X X X
N
otes:

1. Us es shall be consistent with criteria of the Bermuda Dunes Airport Compatibility Plan, including applicable County-wide criteria as may exist at the time of project review. If the project is located in the Bermuda Dunes Airport Influence Areas, compatibility zones and regulations apply. Please see Riverside County Airport Land Use Commission Staff ( www.rcaluc.org) and Indio Planning Staff for the most up-to-date regulations.

2. P
ermitted use on any lot containing a single-family residence, including a legal nonconforming single-family residence, provided the use complies with Section 4.03 (Animal Keeping).

3. P
ermitted only on lots greater than 20,000 square feet.

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Table 2.02.03-1 prescribes the development standards for the residential zones. Additional regulations are also denoted in the righthand column. Section numbers in this column refer to other sections of this Code. t
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2.02.03–1:
de
velopment Standards –
re
sidential Zones
ZONES
Standards DE-1 DET - 3 SN-4 SN-8 MH Additional Regulations Lot and Density Standards 1
Density (units/acre)
M
inimum 0 0 0 > 4.0 - Applies to new development
only.

Maximum 1.0 3.0 4.0 8.0
10 mobile
home spaces/
gross acre
See Indio Municipal Code
Chapter 154 (Density Bonuses
and Other Incentives for Low
Income and Senior Housing)
Minimum Lot Size (sf) 40,000 10,000 6,600 4,500 10 acres

M
inimum Lot Width (ft)2 100 80 60 40 40
M
inimum Lot Depth (ft) 200 100 80 80 80
M
aximum Lot Coverage
(% of lot) 30 40 50 60 70
B
uilding Form and Location
Maximum Height (ft) -
Primary Building
25 or 2
stories,
whichever
is less
25/2
stories 30 30
25 or 2
stories,
whichever is
less
Projects must comply with
both stories and overall height
maximums. See Section

3.01.03 (Measuring Heights)
Maximum Height (ft)
- Primary Building w/
Architectural Features
35 35 40 40 - See Section 3.01.03
(Measuring Heights).

Maximum Height (ft) -
Accessory Building 20 20 20 20 -

M
inimum Distance
between Structures
Main structures and accessory structures shall be
located no closer than 6 ft to any other main structure or to another accessory structure, except as required by adopted Building or Fire Codes
-
M
inimum Setbacks (ft) - Primary Structure
Front (primary frontage) 25 20 15 10
5 ft along
exterior
property lines
abutting a
public street
For new single-family attached
and detached dwelling units,
front-loaded garages shall
be set back at minimum 5 ft
behind the front facade.

Street Side (corner lots) 25 20 15 10

I
nterior Side 20 15 5 5
Only applies to detached
single-family dwellings and
the ends of attached single-
family dwellings.

Interior Side - Zero Lot
Line/Common Wall
Developments
- - -
10 ft minimum on
one side of the
dwelling unit, and
no setback required
on the opposite side
See Section 2.02.04.A (Zero
Lot Line Option).

Rear 40 25 15 15

A
lley 5 5 5 5

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ZONES
Standards DE-1 DET - 3 SN-4 SN-8 MH Additional Regulations Parking Frontage
Maximum Parking
Frontage on a
Public Street (for
new residential
development)
- - - 60% -
Garage doors that face the
street shall not occupy more
than 60% of the width of any
street-facing building facade.

This limitation does not apply
to frontages along alleys.

Open Space Standards
Minimum Open Space - - -
300 sf total per
unit, of which 150
must be private
-
Setback areas are not
considered usable open space
unless they are at least 20
feet wide. Minimum private
open space is 6 feet in either
direction.

Minimum Required
Front Yard Landscaped
Area
40% of the Minimum Required Front Yard Area, of which
half must be planted with live plant material 15% of site See Section 3.02.09 (Landscaping)
Other Standards
Accessory Structures In the DE-1 zone, stables and barn yards shall be set back at minimum 50 ft from all property lines. See Section 3.02.04 (Accessory Structures) for additional regulations for accessory structures.

Setbacks and
Encroachments See Section 3.02.03 (Setbacks and Encroachments) Utilities, Service Areas,
and Building Equipment See Section 3.02.07 (Utilities, Service Areas, and Building Equipment) Refuse and Recycling See Section 3.02.08 (Refuse and Recycling) Landscaping See Section 3.02.09 (Landscaping)
Fences, Walls, and
Screening See Section 3.02.10 (Fences, Walls, and Screening) Outdoor Lighting See Section 3.02.11 (Outdoor Lighting) Parking and Loading See Chapter 3.03 (Parking and Loading) Performance Standards See Chapter 3.04 (Performance Standards) Signs See Chapter 3.05 (Sign Regulations)
Animal Provisions See Chapter 4.03 (Animal Keeping)

1. D
ensities and intensities shall be consistent with criteria of the Bermuda Dunes Airport Compatibility Plan, including applicable County-wide criteria as may exist at the time of project review. If the project is located in the Bermuda Dunes Airport Influence Areas, compatibility zones and regulations apply. Please see Riverside County Airport Land Use Commission Staff ( www.rcaluc. org) and Indio Planning Staff for the most up-to-date regulations.

2. N
o site shall have less than the required lot width as prescribed in the applicable land use district, except lots fronting on cul- de-sac or knuckle streets may have 35 feet of frontage.

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2.02.04. S upplemental Standards
New single-family structures and alterations to existing single-family structures shall comply with the supplemental standards in this Section.

A. Z ero Lot Line Option.

1. A ll or part of the setback requirements of interior yards along property lines adjoining other private lots may be waived with the written approval of the City and the property owner of the lot adjoining the yard which is being encroached upon. This written agreement shall take the form of a zero lot line agreement which shall be recorded on the chain of title of both properties involved. The zero lot line agreement shall describe in detail the extent of said waiver. Zero lot line agreements may be executed between private property owners only. Swimming pools are not eligible for zero lot line agreements.

2. A
pproval of a zero lot line agreement shall be subject to the following requirements:
a. A
ll building and fire code requirements resulting from the waiver of the setback requirement shall be met by the construction;
b. A
pproval shall be obtained from the fire chief to ensure that adequate fire-fighting access is retained; and
c.

Wh
ere the setback is reduced to less than three feet, a maintenance access easement of five feet in width shall be provided on the adjoining property.

B. S ervices and Utilities.

1. U tilities.

All new utility boxes and equipment and utility connections shall be undergrounded unless otherwise prohibited by the utility provider (e.g., water backflow prevention device that must be placed above ground) or the City Engineer grants an exemption following his/her determination that such undergrounding is not practicable.

2. L
ocation of Above-ground Utilities and Service Areas.

All above-ground utilities and equipment (e.g., electric and gas meters, fire sprinkler valves, irrigation backflow prevention devices, etc.) shall be integrated into building and landscape design and located to minimize impact on the pedestrian experience and neighboring properties by following the standards below. For refuse and recycling standards, see Section 3.02.08 (Refuse and Recycling). a.

U
tilities and equipment shall be located on non-primary street frontages, alleys, parking areas, and/or at the rear or side of buildings.
b. U
tilities and equipment shall not be located within the front or street side setback area of the lot or development site.
c.

U
tilities and equipment shall be screened from view per Subsection B.3 below.

3. S
ervice, Utility, and Equipment Screening.

Screening of utilities and equipment shall meet the following standards:
a.

S
creening shall be equal to or higher than the height of the equipment to be screened. b. S
creening shall be made of a primary exterior finish material used on other portions of the residential unit, architectural grade wood or masonry, metal, or landscape screening that forms an opaque barrier when planted.

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2.03.01. P urpose + Intent
The purposes of the mixed-use zones are to:

A. Provide opportunities for a mix of complementary uses that may combine residential and nonresidential uses or combine a variety of nonresidential uses on the same site; B. Provide for the orderly, well-planned, and balanced development of mixed-use zones; C. Provide for a range of multi-family housing types
consistent with the General Plan;
D. Encourage missing middle housing types;
E. Provide appropriately located commercial areas
and neighborhood centers that provide a variety of
goods and services for residents, employees, and
visitors;
F. Promote accessibility, business development, and a
unified character; and
G. Promote pedestrian-oriented, mixed-use
development at appropriate locations, including
major corridors, thoroughfares, and districts in the
city.

Additional purposes of each mixed-use zone are as follows:

I. C onnected Neighborhoods – 14 (CN-14).

The Connected Neighborhoods – 14 (CN-14) zone provides a range of intensities and housing choices within a walkable neighborhood setting in close proximity to goods and services that meet daily needs. Appropriate housing types include single-family detached and attached dwellings of various sizes, courtyard apartments and condos, and small-sized multi-family buildings designed to promote neighborhood compatibility with densities up to 14 dwelling units per acre. Small-scale non-residential uses may be incorporated in the form of live-work units and corner shops, primarily along mixed-use corridors or at the edges of centers. This zone implements the Connected Neighborhoods General Plan land use designation.

Missing Middle Housing
The Missing Middle Housing types provide diverse
housing options, such as duplexes, fourplexes,
cottage courts, and multiplexes. These house-scale
buildings fit seamlessly into existing residential
neighborhoods and support walkability, locally-
serving retail, and public transportation options.

They provide solutions along a spectrum of
affordability to address the mismatch between
the available U.S. housing stock and shifting
demographics combined with the growing demand
for walkability.

Source: https://missingmiddlehousing.com

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J. C onnected Neighborhoods – 20 (CN-20).

The Connected Neighborhoods – 20 (CN-20) zone provides a range of intensities and housing choices within a walkable neighborhood setting in close proximity to goods and services that meet daily needs. Appropriate housing types include single-family attached dwellings of various sizes, courtyard apartments and condos, and medium-sized multi-family buildings designed to promote neighborhood compatibility with densities up to 20 dwelling units per acre. Small-scale non-residential uses may be incorporated in the form of live-work units and corner shops, primarily along mixed-use corridors or at the edges of centers. This zone implements the Connected Neighborhoods General Plan land use designation.

K. N eighborhood Center (NC).

The Neighborhood Center (NC) zone provides for areas with a variety of neighborhood-serving retail and commercial uses, housing of various types, other neighborhood-serving amenities, and community-gathering spaces for residents. It is intended primarily to create mixed-use neighborhood centers at key locations throughout the city. It allows vertical and horizontal mixed-use development and stand-alone retail, general commercial, services, office, live/work, and entertainment uses, with multi-family residential as a secondary or supporting use. This zone implements the Neighborhood Center General Plan land use designation.

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L. M ixed-Use Neighborhood (MUN).

The Mixed-Use Neighborhood (MUN) zone provides moderate- to higher-intensity neighborhood development that features a variety of multifamily housing choices and limited neighborhood-serving commercial uses in a walkable environment. It allows commercial development along major streets and adjacent to a neighborhood center. Buildings may include a variety of housing types up to three stories, with mixed-use buildings up to three stories focused at key intersections, along main corridors, and/or adjacent to neighborhood centers and public open spaces. This zone is intended to accommodate uses that provide essential daily services and retail needs, as well as recreational amenities within walking distance of surrounding neighborhoods. Non-residential uses include live-work units, small-scale neighborhood-serving retail, general commercial, service, and office uses. This zone implements the Mixed-Use Neighborhood General Plan land use designation.

M. Midt own (MT).

The Indio General Plan lays out a new future for the Highway 111 corridor centered on creating a walkable, mixed use-district in the vicinity of Indio Grand Marketplace (former Indio Fashion Mall). Close to and connected to the historic Downtown and County Fairgrounds, this “Midtown District” will serve as both a center of commerce and a gateway to the City’s festivals. The General Plan Midtown land use designation is implemented through the Midtown (MT) zone, which provides for an active, mixed-use center in the City’s Midtown neighborhood by allowing multi-story, mixed-use buildings at higher intensities, community gathering spaces, and land uses to support residents and visitors. It provides for vertical and horizontal mixed-use development with residential densities up to 40 dwelling units per acre.

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2.03.02. L and u se re gulations
The land uses allowed in the mixed-use zones are listed below, together with the planning permit type required for each use. For allowed uses and development regulations for Downtown Indio, refer to the Downtown Specific Plan (provided in Appendix A). Numeric notes can be found at the end of the table. t
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2.03.02–1: Allowed
us
es – Mixed-us
e Zones
P = Permitted; AUP = Administrative Use Permit; CUP = Conditional Use Permit; TUP = Temporary Use Permit; A-U = Accessory Use; X = Not Permitted

MIXED-USE ZONES
Use1 CN-14 CN-20 NC MUN MT Additional/Specific Use
Regulations
Agriculture and Animal Keeping Uses
Agricultural Support, Sales, Service, and
Storage X X X X X
A
quaculture X X X X X
A
nimal Husbandry and Production X X X X X
A
nimal Raising and Keeping, Exotic X X X X X
A
nimal Raising and Keeping, Domestic Pets A A A A A See Chapter 4.03 (Animal Keeping) Animal Raising and Keeping, Horses X X X X X
A
nimal Raising and Keeping, Large Livestock X X X X X
A
nimal Raising and Keeping, Small Livestock,
Poultry, and Beekeeping X X X X X
B
ackyard Breeding X X X X X
Community Garden P P P P A
C
rop Production X X X X X
G
reenhouse, Private A A A A A
H
orticultural Production X X X X X
K
ennels, Private/Hobby X X X X X
Pr
ivate Garden A A A A A
S
table/Equestrian Facility, Commercial/Public X X X X X
St
able/Equestrian Facility, Hobby/Private X X X X X
A
utomobile and Vehicle Uses
Auto and Vehicle Rental X X CUP CUP CUP See Chapter 4.04 (Automotive Service and Repair/Fueling Stations)
Auto and Vehicle Sales, New X X X X X

A
uto and Vehicle Sales, Used X X X X X
A
uto and Vehicle Sales and Rental, Large
Vehicles and Equipment X X X X X
A
uto and Vehicle Services and Repair – Major X X X X X
Auto and Vehicle Services and Repair – Minor X X CUP CUP X See Chapter 4.04 (Automotive Service and Repair/Fueling Stations)
Auto and Vehicle Towing/Impounding X X X X X

A
uto and Vehicle Washing and Detailing X X X X X
A
uto and Vehicle Wrecking/Dismantling X X X X X
F
ueling Stations X X CUP CUP CUP See Chapter 4.04 (Automotive Service and Repair/Fueling Stations)
Truck Stop/Fueling Station X X X X X

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MIXED-USE ZONES
Use1 CN-14 CN-20 NC MUN MT Additional/Specific Use
Regulations
Cannabis Related Uses
Cannabis Cultivation, Commercial X X X X X See Chapter 4.06 (Cannabis Activity) Cannabis Cultivation, Personal P P P P P
Personal indoor cultivation of 6 or
fewer live cannabis plants within a
single private residence or inside an
accessory structure located upon the
grounds of a private residence that is a
fully enclosed and secure structure is
permitted per Chapter 4.06 (Cannabis
Activity). Outdoor personal cultivation
of live cannabis plants is prohibited.

Cannabis Logistics, Distribution, and
Transportation Facility X X X X X

C
annabis Manufacturing X X X X X
C
annabis Retailer, Microbusiness, or
Dispensary P P P P P See Chapter 4.06 (Cannabis Activity) Cannabis Testing Laboratory X X X X X
E
ating and Drinking Establishments and Entertainment Uses Bar/Nightclub/Lounge X X AUP P P
B
rewpub/Taproom/Wine Bar/Microdistillery X X AUP P P
C
inema/Theater/Performing Arts Center X X AUP AUP P
D
rive-Through, Non-Restaurants (Accessory) X X A, AUP A, AUP X See Chapter 4.12 (Drive-Through Uses) Live Entertainment as Accessory Use, Indoors
(Accessory) X X A A A

L
ive Entertainment as Accessory Use,
Outdoors (Accessory) X X TUP, A,
AUP

TUP, A,
AUP

TUP, A,
AUP
Regular outdoor events as an
accessory use require an AUP. Sporadic
events require a TUP (See Chapter 4.26
((Temporary Uses)).

Outdoor Dining (Accessory) A A A A A

O
utdoor Entertainment X X CUP CUP CUP
Re
staurant, Dine-In and Take-Out AUP AUP P P P
Re
staurant, Drive -Through X X CUP CUP X
See Chapter 4.12 (Drive-Through Uses)
Industrial and Manufacturing Uses
Artisan Manufacturing/Makers Space X X AUP AUP AUP
Brewery/Distillery/Winery - without tasting
room or > 10,000 sf X X X X X
B
rewery/Distillery/Winery - with tasting
room and <10,000 sf X X AUP AUP AUP
C
onstruction and Materials Yards X X X X X
F
ood or Beverage Manufacturing X X X X X
H
azardous Materials/Wholesale Fuel Storage
and Distribution X X X X X
I
ndoor Warehousing, Storage, Wholesaling,
and Distribution X X X X X
Man
ufacturing/Processing, Heavy X X X X X
Man
ufacturing/Processing, Light X X X X X

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Use1 CN-14 CN-20 NC MUN MT Additional/Specific Use
Regulations
Mining/Resource Extraction X X X X X
O
utdoor Storage (Primary Use) X X X X X
O
utdoor Storage (Accessory) X X X X X
S
alvage and Wrecking Yards X X X X X
L
odging
Bed and Breakfast P P X X X
L
odging - Extended Stay X X X AUP AUP
L
odging - Hotels X X P P P
L
odging - Motels X X AUP AUP CUP
L
odging - Timeshares X X X X X
R
ecreation, Education, and Public Assembly Uses
Campground, Temporary X X X X X
C
emeteries, Crematories, or Mausoleums X X X X X
C
ivic/Government AUP AUP AUP P P
C
ollege/University CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
C
ommercial Recreation and Sports, Indoor AUP AUP P P P
C
ommercial Recreation and Sports, Outdoor AUP AUP P X X
C
ommunity Assembly, Up to 5,000 sf (gross
sf) P P P P P
C
ommunity Assembly, > 5000 sf - 12,000 sf
(gross sf) AUP AUP P P P
C
ommunity Assembly, >12,000 sf (gross sf) CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP C
ultural Institutions AUP AUP AUP AUP AUP
D
ay Care Centers P P P P P
See Chapter 4.08 (Child Day Care in a
Home (Small and Large) and Day Care
Centers)
Instructional Services, <= 5000 sf P P P P P

I
nstructional Services, > 5000 sf X X AUP AUP P
O
pen Space, Natural P P P P P
P
arks and Recreation Facilities P P P P P
P
ublic Service Facility AUP AUP AUP P P
Re
creational Vehicle (RV) Park CUP CUP X X X See Chapter 4.21 (Recreational Vehicle (RV) Parks)
Schools, Public or Private (TK-12) AUP AUP AUP AUP AUP

S
ocial Service Facilities CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
T
utoring Facilities AUP AUP P P P
V
ocational/Trade School CUP CUP CUP CUP AUP

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Use1 CN-14 CN-20 NC MUN MT Additional/Specific Use
Regulations
Residential Uses
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and Junior
Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU) A A A A A See Chapter 4.02 (Accessory Dwelling Units)
Caretaker's Unit X X X X X

C
hild Day Care in a Home, Large AUP AUP AUP AUP AUP
See Chapter 4.08 (Child Day Care in a
Home (Small and Large) and Day Care
Centers)
Child Day Care in a Home, Small P P P P P
See Chapter 4.08 (Child Day Care in a
Home (Small and Large) and Day Care
Centers)
Cottage Industry A, AUP A, AUP A, AUP A, AUP A, AUP See Chapter 4.11 (Cottage Industry) Emergency Shelter X X X X X

See Chapter 4.13 (Emergency Shelters)
Group Residential Home CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Ho
me Occupation A A A A A See Chapter 4.14 (Home Occupations) Cottage Food Operation A, AUP A, AUP A, AUP A, AUP A, AUPSee Chapter 4.10 (Cottage Food Operations)
Live/Work P P P P P See Chapter 4.15 (Live/Work)
Manufactured/Mobile Home Park CUP CUP X X X See Chapter 4.16 (Manufactured/ Mobile Home Park)
Residential Care Facilities, Large CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP

Re
sidential Care Facilities, Small P P P P P
R
esidential Housing Types
Single-Family Dwelling, Detached P P P AUP AUP
S
ingle-Family Dwelling, Attached P P P P P
T
wo-Family Dwelling/Duplex P P P AUP AUP
M
ulti-Family Dwelling, Triplex/Quadplex P P P P P
M
ulti-Family Dwelling, ≥ 5 Units P P P P P
M
obile Home CUP CUP X X X See Chapter 4.16 (Manufactured/ Mobile Home Park)
Manufactured/Modular/Prefabricated
Dwelling Unit CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP See Chapter 4.16 (Manufactured/ Mobile Home Park)
Single-Room Occupancy CUP CUP CUP AUP AUP

Su
pportive Housing CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
T
ransitional Housing CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Y
ard Sales (Temporary) P P P P P
See Chapter 4.26 (Temporary Uses)
Retail, Service, and Office Uses
Adult-Oriented Business X X X X X See Chapter 4.02 (Adult-Oriented Businesses)
Alcohol Sales, Off-Sale X X CUP CUP CUP
A
nimal Sales and Services X X P P P
A
TM (Accessory Use) A A A A A
B
ail Bonds X X X X CUP See Chapter 4.05 (Bail Bonds)
Banks, Financial, and Savings and Loan
Institutions X P P P P
Drive-through financial institutions are
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Use1 CN-14 CN-20 NC MUN MT Additional/Specific Use
Regulations
Building Materials Sales and Services X X X X X
B
usiness to Business Support Services X X X X X
C
heck-Cashing Businesses X X X CUP CUP See Chapter 4.07 (Check-Cashing Businesses)
Convenience Market X X CUP CUP CUP
Food Preparation, Commercial X X P P P
F
ortunetelling, Palm and Card Reading AUP AUP P P P
F
uneral Homes and Mortuaries X X AUP AUP AUP
G
eneral Retail ≤ 5,000 sf P1 P1 P P P
G
eneral Retail 5,000 sf - 25,000 AUP AUP P P P
G
eneral Retail/Superstore > 25,000 X X AUP2 AUP2 AUP2
G
rocery Store X CUP P P P
H
ospital X X X CUP CUP
K
ennels/Boarding, Commercial X X AUP AUP AUP
K
iosk/Outdoor Vending X X A A A
L
aundromat X X P P P
M
assage Establishment, Accessory Use X X A A A
M
assage Establishment, Stand-Alone X X CUP CUP CUP See Chapter 4.17 (Massage Establishment (Stand-alone))
Medical Services, Extended Care X X X CUP CUP
Medical Services, Medical/Dental/Holistic/
Clinic P P P P P

M
edical Services, Urgent Care X X P P P
M
ini-Storage Warehousing or Facility X X X X X
N
eighborhood Market P P P P P
N
ursery/Garden Center X X X X X
O
ffices, Processing X X X X X
O
ffices, Professional/Administrative P P P P 3 P3
O
ffices, Service P P P P P
O
utdoor Display (Accessory) A A A A A
Pawnshop X X CUP CUP CUP See Chapter 4.20 (Pawnshops)
Personal Services P P P P P
Re
search and Development X X X CUP CUP
S
moke Shops X X CUP CUP CUP See Chapter 4.23 (Smoke Shops) Smoking Lounge X X AUP AUP AUP
S
wap Meet, Outdoor (Temporary) X X TUP TUP TUP See Chapter 4.26 (Temporary Uses) Tattoo/Body Art/Piercing X X AUP AUP AUP See Chapter 4.24 (Tattoo/Body Art/ Piercing Establishment)
Resale/Consignment/Thrift Shop X X AUP AUP AUP See Chapter 4.22 (Resale/ Consignment/Thrift Shops)
Veterinary Hospitals X X AUP AUP AUP

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Use1 CN-14 CN-20 NC MUN MT Additional/Specific Use
Regulations
Utility, Transportation, and Communication Uses
Airports and Heliports X X X X X
C
ommunications, Facilities within Buildings X X X X X
C
ommunications, Telecommunications/Large
Commercial Antennas X X X X X
See Chapter 4.25
(Telecommunications/Wireless
Facilities)
Communications, Telecommunications/Small
Wireless Facilities AUP AUP AUP AUP AUP
See Chapter 4.25
(Telecommunications/Wireless
Facilities)
Freight/Trucking Facility X X X X X

L
ight Fleet-Based Services X X X X X
M
obile Recycling Unit A, AUP A, AUP A, AUP A, AUP A, AUP P
arking Lots and Structures X X A, AUP A, AUP A, AUP
P
assenger Transportation Facilities CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP Bus stops are allowed in all zones.

Public Utilities, Major X X X X X
P
ublic Utilities, Minor AUP AUP AUP AUP AUP
Re
newable Energy System (Primary Use) X X X X X
Re
newable Energy System, Building-Mounted
(Accessory) A A A A A
Re
newable Energy System, Stand-Alone or
Ground Mounted (Accessory) A, CUP A, CUP A, CUP A, CUP A, CUP Re
cycling Collection Facility X X X X X
Re
cycling Processing Facility X X X X X
Re
verse Vending Machine (Accessory) X X A A A
U
tility Yard X X X X X
N
otes:

1. Us
es shall be consistent with criteria of the Bermuda Dunes Airport Compatibility Plan, including applicable County-wide criteria as may exist at the time of project review. If the project is located in the Bermuda Dunes Airport Influence Areas, compatibility zones and regulations apply. Please see Riverside County Airport Land Use Commission Staff ( www.rcaluc.org) and Indio Planning Staff for the most up-to-date regulations.

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Tables 2.03.03-1 and 2.03.03-2 prescribe the development standards for the mixed-use zones. Additional regulations are also denoted in the righthand column. Section numbers in this column refer to other sections of this Code.
t
ABLE

2.03.03–1:
de
velopment Standards – Mixed-us
e Zones – Middle Housing

MIXED USE - MIDDLE HOUSING ZONES
Standards CN-14 CN - 20 NC Additional Regulations
Lot and Density Standards 1
Non-Residential Maximum
Floor Area Ratio 0.25 0.25 0.5
R
esidential Density (units/acre)
M
inimum > 8.0 > 14.0 0 Applies to new development only.

Maximum 14.0 20.0 20.0
See Indio Municipal Code Chapter 154 (Density
Bonuses and Other Incentives for Low Income
and Senior Housing)
Minimum Development
Project Site (sf) (for new
lots)
10,000 10,000 10,000

M
inimum Development
Project Site Width (ft) (for
new lots)
60 60 60

M
inimum Development
Project Site Depth (ft) (for
new lots)
100 100 100

M
inimum Lot Size per
Dwelling Unit (sf) (for new
lots)
2,500 1,800 1,800
See Section 2.03.04 (Small-Lot Detached
Single-Family Homes) for maximum lot size and
unit size for small-lot detached single-family
homes.

Minimum Lot Width per
Dwelling Unit (ft) (for new
lots)
2 30 20 20
Attached Single-Family Homes/Townhomes:

A minimum lot width of 30 to 40 feet may be
necessary for townhomes with double loaded
attached garages in front and to comply with
parking location and design requirements.

Minimum lot width may be reduced to 20 feet
if garages are single-car wide, detached and/or
accessed from an alley.

Small-Lot Detached Single Family Homes:

A lot width of 35 feet may be necessary for
small-lot single-family homes with attached
double loaded garages in front and to comply
with parking location and design requirements.

Lot width may be reduced to 30 feet if garages
are single-car wide, detached and/or accessed
from an alley.

Minimum Lot Depth (ft) (for
new lots) 80 60 60

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Standards CN-14 CN - 20 NC Additional Regulations
Building Form and Location
Maximum Height (ft) /
Stories (ft) 40/3 stories 40/3 stories 40/3 stories Projects must comply with both stories and overall height maximums.

Maximum Height (ft) – w/
Architectural Features 45 45 45
Architectural features include rooftop stair
access and elevator shafts, mechanical
equipment, or other rooftop amenities, as
approved by City staff. See 3.01.03 (Measuring
Heights).

Minimum Ground Floor
Height – Non-Residential
(Floor to Floor)
15 15 18

D
istance between Main
Structures (ft)
Main structures and accessory structures shall
be located no closer than 15 ft to any other main
structure or to another accessory structure, except
as required by adopted Building or Fire Codes

B
uilding Site Setbacks (ft) 3 See Figure 2.03.05-1
Front – Minimum 10 10 10
Front – Maximum
(Residential Ground Floor)
4 25 25 20 Parking not permitted in front setback area.

Front – Maximum (Non-
Residential Ground Floor)
4 15 15 15
St
reet Side – Minimum 10 10 10
St
reet Side – Maximum
(Residential Ground Floor) 4 20 20 15
St
reet Side – Maximum (Non-
Residential Ground Floor) 4 10 10 10
I
nterior Side – Minimum
5; 10 ft abutting
residential
zones
5; 10 ft abutting
residential
zones
0; 10 ft abutting
residential zones
Re
ar – Minimum 10 15; 20 ft abutting
residential zones
15; 20 ft abutting
residential zones
L
ot Setbacks – Minimums (ft) See Figure 2.03.05-1
Front – Minimum
(Residential Ground Floor) 10 5 10
For single-family attached and detached
dwelling units, garage shall be set back at
minimum 5 feet behind the front facade.

Front – Minimum (Non-
Residential Ground Floor) 0 0 0

St
reet Side – Minimum
(Residential Ground Floor) 10 5 10
St
reet Side – Minimum (Non-
Residential Ground Floor) 0 0 0
I
nterior Side – Minimum 5 5 5
Only applies to detached single-family
dwellings and the ends of attached single-
family dwellings.

Interior Side – Zero Lot Line/
Common Wall Developments
10 ft minimum on one side of the dwelling unit, and
no setback required on the opposite side See Section 2.03.04.D (Zero Lot Line Option) Rear – Minimum 20
15 ft (not
abutting
residential
zones); 20
ft (abutting
residential
zones)
15 ft (not
abutting
residential
zones); 20
ft (abutting
residential
zones)
Not additive with building site (inclusive). See
Figure 2.03.05-1 (Example Small-Lot Detached
Single-Family Residential Site Plans) illustrating
building site and lot setbacks.

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Standards CN-14 CN - 20 NC Additional Regulations
Parking Frontage
Maximum Surface Parking
along Primary Frontage 30% 30% 30%
Applies to new development and major
additions or renovations (as defined in Article
7 (Definitions).

Open Space Standards
Minimum Usable Open
Space (sf per unit) – Applies
to Residential Component
300 sf total per
unit; minimum
100 sf of private
open space
required for
ground-level
units and 60 sf
of private open
space for upper-
level units
200 sf total per
unit; minimum
100 sf of private
open space
required for
ground-level
units and 60 sf
of private open
space for upper-
level units
200 sf total per
unit; minimum
100 sf of private
open space for
ground-level
units and 60 sf
of private open
space for upper-
level units
Common open space includes roof decks and
other shared common open areas.

Minimum common open space dimension is 20
feet in either direction. Setback areas are not
considered usable open space unless they are
at least 20 feet wide.

Minimum private open space is 6 feet in either
direction.

Up to 40 square feet per unit can be provided
in an indoor communal space so long as it
opens directly on to a common outdoor space.

Minimum Usable Open
Space (sf) – Applies to Non-
Residential Component Over
25K sf
3% of gross
floor area
3% of gross
floor area
3% of gross floor
area
Could be common open space for employees
or publicly-accessible open space.

Maximum Front Yard Paving 60% 70% 70% Includes areas devoted to parking, driveways, and walkways.

Minimum Required
Landscaping
For SFR on Individual Lots: 40% of the Minimum
Required Front Yard Area, of which half must be
planted with live plant material
For All Other Development Types: 10% of the lot, of
which half must be planted with live plant material
Excludes areas devoted to parking, driveways,
and walkways.

Additional standards for front yard landscaping
– see Section 2.03.06 (Mixed-Use and Multi-
Family Residential Design Standards).

Other Standards
Accessory Structures See Section 3.02.04 (Accessory Structures) Setbacks and
Encroachments See Section 3.02.03 (Setbacks and Encroachments) Utilities, Service Areas, and
Building Equipment See Section 3.02.07 (Utilities, Service Areas, and Building Equipment) Refuse and Recycling See Section 3.02.08 (Refuse and Recycling) Landscaping See Section 3.02.09 (Landscaping)
Fences, Walls, and Screening See Section 3.02.10 (Fences, Walls, and Screening) Outdoor Lighting See Section 3.02.11 (Outdoor Lighting) Parking and Loading See Chapter 3.03 (Parking and Loading) Performance Standards See Chapter 3.04 (Performance Standards) Signs See Chapter 3.05 (Sign Regulations)

2. N
o site shall have less than the required lot width as prescribed in the applicable land use district, except lots fronting on cul- de-sac or knuckle streets may have 35 feet of frontage.

3. B
uilding site setbacks are inclusive of individual lot setbacks, however, the minimum setbacks along the exterior development site boundaries shall be the greater of the setback required for the development site or the individual lot.

4. I
f a development provides a publicly-accessible plazas or forecourt, and there is clear visibility between the sidewalk and building entrance, the maximum setback may be waived for up to 40 percent of the building frontage. Entry courtyards, plazas, entries, or outdoor eating areas must be located adjacent to the property line, and buildings shall be built to the edge of the courtyard, plaza, or dining area.

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tABLE 2.03.03–2: de velopment Standards – Mixed-us e Zones

MIXED-USE ZONES
Standards MUN MT Additional Regulations
Lot and Density Standards 1
N
on-Residential Maximum Floor
Area Ratio 0.5 1.0
Re
sidential Density (units/acre)
M
inimum 20.0 20.0 Applies to new development only.

Maximum 40.0 40.0
See Indio Municipal Code Chapter 154 (Density
Bonuses and Other Incentives for Low Income and
Senior Housing)
Minimum Lot Size (sf) (for new lots) 20,000 20,000

M
inimum Lot Width (ft) (for new
lots)2 100 100
M
inimum Lot Depth (ft) (for new
lots) 100 100
B
uilding Form and Location
M
aximum Height (ft)/Stories 55/4 stories 55/4 stories Projects must comply with both stories and overall height maximums.

Maximum Height (ft) – w
Architectural Features 60 60
Architectural features include rooftop stair access
and elevator shafts, mechanical equipment, or other
rooftop amenities, as approved by City staff. See
Section 3.01.03 (Measuring Heights ).

Maximum Height Adjacent to
Single-Family Zoned Property
Within 45-degree plane from
property line at grade See Section 2.03.06.J (Neighborhood Transitions).

Minimum Ground Floor Height –
Non-Residential (Floor to Floor) 18 18

S
etbacks (ft)
Front – Minimum (Residential
Ground Floor) 15 15

F
ront – Maximum (Residential
Ground Floor)2 25 25
F
ront – Minimum (Non-Residential
Ground Floor) 5 5
F
ront – Maximum (Non-Residential
Ground Floor)3 10 10
St
reet Side – Minimum (Residential
Ground Floor) 10 10
St
reet Side – Maximum (Residential
Ground Floor)3 20 20
St
reet Side – Minimum (Non-
Residential Ground Floor) 5 5
St
reet Side – Maximum (Non-
Residential Ground Floor)3 10 10
I
nterior Side – Minimum 0; 10 ft abutting
residential zones
0; 10 ft abutting
residential zones
Re
ar – Minimum 10; 20 ft abutting
residential zones
10; 20 ft abutting
residential zones
A
lley – Minimum 5 5

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Standards MUN MT Additional Regulations
Parking Frontage
M
aximum Parking Frontage Along
Primary Street4 30% 30%
No more than 30% of the primary street frontage shall
be devoted to parking garages and openings, carports,
and open/surface parking. This limitation does not
apply to frontages along alleys (See Figure 2.03.03-1.

Maximum Parking Frontage Along a Primary Street).

Open Space Standards

M
inimum Usable Open Space (sf
per unit) – Applies to Residential
Component
150 sf total per
unit; a minimum
of 50% of the
units must have
60 sf of private
open space
150 sf total per
unit; a minimum
of 50% of the
units must have
60 sf of private
open space
Common open space includes roof decks and other
shared common open areas. Minimum common open
space dimension is 20 feet in either direction. Setback areas are not considered usable open space unless
they are at least 20 feet wide.

Minimum private open space is 6 feet in either
direction. Up to 40 sf per unit can be provided in an
indoor communal space so long as it opens directly on
to a common outdoor space.

Minimum Usable Open Space
(sf) – Applies to Non-Residential
Component Over 25K sf
3% of gross floor
area
3% of gross floor
area
Could be common open space for employees or
publicly-accessible open space. If the open space
is over 1,000 square feet and provided as publicly-
accessible, up to 50 percent may counted towards the
required residential common open space.

Minimum Landscaping (% of lot) 10% of the lot, of which half must be planted with live plant material
Other Standards

A
ccessory Structures See Section 3.02.04 (Accessory Structures) Setbacks and Encroachments See Section 3.02.03 (Setbacks and Encroachments) Utilities, Service Areas, and
Building Equipment See Section 3.02.07 (Utilities, Service Areas, and Building Equipment) Refuse and Recycling See Section 3.02.08 (Refuse and Recycling) Landscaping See Section 3.02.09 (Landscaping)
Fences, Walls, and Screening See Section 3.02.10 (Fences, Walls, and Screening) Outdoor Lighting See Section 3.02.11 (Outdoor Lighting) Parking and Loading See Chapter 3.03 (Parking and Loading) Performance Standards See Chapter 3.04 (Performance Standards) Signs See Chapter 3.05 (Sign Regulations)

2. N
o site shall have less than the required lot width as prescribed in the applicable land use district, except lots fronting on cul- de-sac or knuckle streets may have 35 feet of frontage.

3. I
f a development provides a publicly-accessible plaza or forecourt, and there is clear visibility between the sidewalk and building entrance, the maximum setback may be waived for up to 40% of the building frontage. Entry courtyards, plazas, entries, or outdoor eating areas must be located adjacent to the property line and buildings shall be built to the edge of the courtyard, plaza, or dining area.

4. S
ee Figure 2.03.03-1 (Maximum Parking Frontage Along a Primary Street) for an illustration of maximum parking frontage along a primary street.

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2.03.04. S mall-Lot de tached Single-Family re sidential For the purposes of this Code, a small-lot detached single-family residential lot/development shall be defined and regulated as follows:

A. L ot Size.

A small-lot detached single-family residential lot/development shall be defined as a detached single-family residential lot(s) of 4,000 square feet or less.

B. U nit Size.

Maximum unit size for small-lot detached single-family residential lots/developments shall be 2,500 square feet.

2.03.05. de tached Single-Family re sidential de sign
Standards
A. Pu rpose.

The following detached single-family residential design standards are intended to ensure that single-family detached homes are well-designed while allowing for flexibility and creativity. A broad range of configurations are permitted, including cluster homes, cottages, auto courts, and other configurations that meet the permitted density requirements and development standards of the applicable zone.

B. A pplicability.

This Section shall apply to all developments consisting of more than one detached single-family residential structure.

C. Z ero Lot Line Option.

Wh
ere the setback is reduced to less than three feet, a maintenance access easement of five feet in width shall be provided on the adjoining property.

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D. S ite Planning Standards.

1. Ac cess and Connectivity.
a. P
rivate Street Placement. Where a private
street serves more than one lot and
would abut existing single-family zoned
properties, it shall be placed where it
would abut the least number of existing
single-family zoned properties. Private
street access on corner development sites
shall be located as far as possible from
intersections. Where a private street serves
lots on both sides of the private street, the
private street shall be doubly loaded with
lots on either side.
b.

T
urnaround Areas. Dead-end private
streets longer than 150 feet shall provide a
vehicle turnaround area.
c.

S
ound Barrier Walls. The use of sound
barrier walls to buffer residential areas
from arterial, boulevard, connector,
Downtown, and local streets is prohibited.

If a development has sound barrier walls,
it shall provide frequent pedestrian
and bicycle connections between the
community and surrounding areas at
distances no more than 600 feet apart.
d.

E
xternal Connectivity. Streets within
any proposed subdivision or building site
shall be aligned with existing and planned
streets in the surrounding area to create
a continuous street pattern. All streets in any subdivision or development site shall connect to other streets and to existing and planned streets outside the proposed subdivision or development to the extent feasible. Any cul-de-sac or other dead-end street longer than 300 feet shall be connected to other streets by a pedestrian path. If a development is gated, it shall provide frequent pedestrian and bicycle connections between the gated community and surrounding areas at distances no more than 600 feet apart.
e.

P
edestrian Pathways/Sidewalks. Pedestrian pathways/sidewalks connecting to the public sidewalk and other planned or existing pedestrian routes or trails shall be provided. A pedestrian pathway/sidewalk shall connect the primary building entry or entries to the public sidewalk on each street frontage.

Pedestrian pathways/sidewalks a minimum five feet wide shall be provided from the public right-of-way to all primary entryways and common areas, guest parking, and centralized trash enclosures.

2. L
andscaping.
a. P
rivate Street and Pathway Landscaping. All publicly-accessible private streets and pathways shall provide a combination of trees, shrubs, and ground cover in a planting strip. Trees shall be planted at a minimum of one tree per 35 feet of linear street/path. Shrubs and groundcover shall cover at least 30 percent of the planting strip.

3. P
arking.
a. P
arking Location and Design.
i. R
equired parking shall be provided on each lot, within a common parking area, or in a combination of the two.
ii. Cu
rb cuts and driveways providing access to parking shall be from an alley or secondary/private street, rather than from the public right-of-way, wherever such alley or secondary/private access is feasible. iii. P
arking is not permitted in the front setback area for individual lots and building sites. iv. G
arage doors that face the street shall not occupy more than 60 percent of the width of any street- facing building facade. This limitation does not apply to frontages along alleys.

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4. S ervices and Utilities.
a. U
tilities. All new utility boxes and equipment and utility connections shall be undergrounded unless otherwise prohibited by the utility provider (e.g., water backflow prevention device that must be placed above ground) or the City Engineer grants an exemption following his/her determination that such undergrounding is not practicable.
b.

L
ocation of Above-ground Utilities and Service Areas. All above-ground utilities and equipment (e.g., electric and gas meters, fire sprinkler valves, irrigation backflow prevention devices, etc.), shall be integrated into building and landscape design and located to minimize impact on the pedestrian experience and neighboring properties by following the standards below:
i.

U
tilities and equipment shall be located on non-primary street frontages, alleys, parking areas, and/or at the rear or side of buildings.
ii. U
tilities and equipment and shall not be located within the front or street side setback area of the lot or development site.
iii. U
tilities and equipment shall be fully screened from view (see Subsection D.4.c (Service, Utility, and Equipment Screening)).
iv. Si
ngle-family residential development projects of less than six units do not necessitate communal or shared trash and recycling areas/containers. In such cases, no enclosure structure shall be required, however individual trash and recycling containers shall be stored in such a manner that containers are not visible or screened from public view from the front of the property. Containers may be placed in public view for purposes of collection only on the scheduled collection day and should be removed from public view following said collection. v.

F
or single-family residential development projects with six units or more, trash and recycling containers and collection areas shall be adequate in capacity, number, and distribution to accommodate all waste generation of the site. The number of containers and collection areas shall be reviewed by the local disposal service and approved by the Director. Refuse collection areas shall be located inside of enclosures located along alleys, in parking areas, or at the rear or side of buildings and shall be fully screened from view per the screening standard below (see Service, Utility, and Equipment Screening standard in this Subsection, below). Communal refuse collection areas are prohibited on primary frontages (defined as the front lot line). c.

S
ervice, Utility, and Equipment Screening. Screening of refuse collection areas, utilities, and equipment shall meet the following standards:
i. S
creening shall be equal to or higher than the height of the equipment to be screened. ii. S
creening shall be made of a primary exterior finish material used on other portions of the residential units, architectural grade wood or masonry, metal, or landscape screening that forms an opaque barrier when planted.
d. M
ailboxes. Mailbox clustering is not required
for single-family residential development
projects with less than six units. For single-
family residential development projects
with six units or more, mailboxes shall be
clustered (group mailboxes) and shall meet
the following standards:
i.

T
he cluster mailbox unit(s) and any
associated shelters shall be designed using
exterior finish materials and colors used
on the surrounding residential units.
ii.

Gr
oup mailboxes shall be illuminated
with lights and fixtures similar to
those used externally throughout the
development.
iii.

D
esign and location of group mailboxes
shall conform to U.S. Post Office
requirements.

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E. B uilding and Facade Design Standards.

1. A rchitectural Variability.

For all developments involving four or more contiguous lots, there shall be multiple “distinctly different” front facade designs. No more than two houses shall be of the same front facade design as any other house directly adjacent along the same block face. Mirror images of the same configuration do not meet the definition of “distinctly different.” “Distinctly different” shall be defined to mean that a single-family dwelling’s elevation must differ from other house elevations in the following (see Facade Modulation and Articulation standard):
a.

N
umber of stories (optional);
b. M
odulation strategies - at least one;
c.

A
rticulation strategies - at least one;
d. V
ariation in materials - different material palette, with a different primary material.

The number of required different front facade designs shall be in accordance with Table 2.03.05-1 (Architectural Variability).
t
ABLE

2.03.05–1: Architectural Variability
Total number of Dwelling Units Minimum Number of Facade Designs 4 - 8 2
9 – 20 3
20 - 30 4
–31 - 40 5
41 - 60 6
61 - 100 7
>100 8

2. F acade Modulation and Articulation.
a. M
odulation. Residential units shall employ at least two of the following building modulation strategies:
i. V
aried roof form, such as changes in roof height, offsets, change in direction of roof slope, dormers, parapets, etc.
ii. U
se of balconies, front porches, overhangs, or covered patios. iii. P
rojections, offsets, and/or recesses of the building wall at least one foot in depth, such as bay windows, chimneys, brackets, and cornices.

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b. A rticulation. All building elevations that face a street or a cluster driveway shall employ varied facade articulation of wall surfaces. Facades shall incorporate at least three of the following features, consistent in design style, that provide articulation and design interest:
i. V
ariation in texture or material, provided all exterior wall textures and materials are consistent with the overall architectural style of the dwelling;
ii. B
uilding base (typically bottom three feet) that is faced with a stone or brick material, or is delineated with a channel or projection;
iii. Ra
ilings with a design pattern and materials such as wood, metal, or stone which reinforces the architectural style of the building;
iv. D
ecorative trim elements that add detail and articulation, such as door surrounds with at least a two-inch depth, decorative eave detailing, belt courses, etc.; v. D
ecorative window elements such as lintels, shutters, window boxes, etc; and/or vi. R
oof overhangs at least 18 inches deep.

3. S
ide Elevations.

Side facades facing a private street or cluster driveway shall include details which are compatible with those on the front facade, with similar types and treatments of roofs, windows, shutters, planter boxes, and other architectural elements.

4. B
uilding Entries.
a. O
rientation.
i. D
welling units that abut a public right-of-way shall orient the primary entryway toward the public street. Exceptions to this requirement may be approved by the Director or designee for projects where the project site is located on a major arterial, provided the facade facing the public street is designed with similar details and treatments to those of the front facade. ii.

D
welling units located in the interior of a development shall orient the primary entryway toward and visible from a private street, pedestrian pathway, or open space that is connected to a public right-of-way or private street.
b.

P
rojection or Recess. Building entrances
shall have a roofed projection (such as a
porch) or recess with a minimum depth of
at least five feet and a minimum area of 30
square feet. Exceptions to this requirement
may be approved by the Director or
designee for alternative designs that
create a welcoming entry feature facing
the street, such as a trellis or landscaped
courtyard entry.
c.

Gr
ade. Ground floor/entry height shall be a
maximum of three feet above grade.

5. B
uilding Roofs. Building roofs shall be
designed as follows:
a. R
oof Form. Primary roof forms shall be
gable, hipped, flat, or shed. Turret/cone
style roof forms are prohibited.
b. R
oof Pitch. Steep roofs with a rise to
run ratio over 6:12 (26.6 degrees) are
prohibited.

6. W
indow Trim or Recess. Trim at least two inch
in depth shall be provided around all windows,
or windows shall be recessed at least two
inches from the plane of the surrounding
exterior wall (see Figure 2.03.05-2 (Window
Trim or Recess)). Foam is not a permitted trim
material.

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FI G u r E 2.03.05–2.Figure 2.03.052 Window tr im or re cess F. C olors and Materials.

1. V ariation in Materials. Each home shall incorporate at least two materials for facades.

2. P
rohibited Siding Materials. The use of plywood, vinyl, plastic (and plastic laminate), and fiberglass is prohibited.

3. B
uilding Component Colors. All vents, gutters, downspouts, flashing, electrical conduits, etc., shall be painted to match the color of the adjacent surface.

G. T ransitions and Privacy.

1. W indow Placement. Windows on adjacent units shall be offset by at least three feet to avoid direct sightlines into and from neighboring properties.

2. U
pper-Story Decks and Balconies. Upper-story decks and/or balconies over 20 square feet in area shall be setback a minimum of 15 feet from an off-site single-family zoned property.

3. L
andscape Buffer. For development projects of six units or more, a landscaped planter strip of at least three feet in width shall be provided along the abutting property line between a small lot subdivision/ development and any adjoining low-density residential zoning district boundaries. Trees shall be planted within this area every 20 to 40 feet on center (depending on the tree species and canopy at maturity) to provide screening between the small lot subdivision/development and the adjacent low density residential uses.

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H. O pen Space

1. C ommon Open Space.

If common open space is provided, it shall be landscaped with trees, shrubs, and groundcover, with the exception of areas used for amenities which enhance usability, such as play/exercise equipment, benches, picnic tables, swimming pools, and the like. Common open space shall have a minimum useable width of 15 feet, a slope of no more than 10 percent, be accessible by all units, and provide at least one tree. Additional trees shall be provided at a rate of 1 tree per 1,000 square feet.

2.03.06. M ixed-u se and Multi-Family re sidential
de
sign Standards
A. A pplicability.

The design standards in this Section shall be applicable to the fol lowing, unless specified otherwise:

1. A
ll mixed-use or stand-alone multi-family residential development, redevelopment, expansions, and modifications of buildings and uses within the mixed-use zones.

2. A
ll residential mixed-use development projects, located in other zones throughout the city (e.g., Regional Commercial).

B. S ite Design - Access and Connectivity.

All applicable development projects shall comply with the following site design standards. Additional site design regulations can be found in Section 3.01.01 (Site Design) of Article 3. Where a conflict exists between the standards in Article 3 (Citywide Regulations) and this Section, this Section shall prevail.

1. S
maller Blocks and New Connections.

The following standards apply to projects
(development sites) over 5 acres in size.
a.

N
ew developments or projects shall create
smaller blocks and new connections such
as publicly-accessible streets or bicycle/
pedestrian pathways such that no new
block shall be longer than 400 feet in
length without a publicly-accessible
connection through the parcel.
b.

Wh
ere a site has through access to two
parallel public or publicly-accessible rights-
of-way, at least one publicly-accessible
street or multi-use path (pedestrian and/
or bicycle) shall connect through the site
to another publicly-accessible sidewalk,
street, and/or bike path for every 400 feet
of parcel frontage.
c.

A s
treet shall be designed and constructed
per a classification determined by the
Director. Street designs are determined by
the City of Indio Public Works Engineering
Standards. Street rights-of-way shall be
dedicated to the City or provided as a
public access easement.

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2. E xternal Connectivity.

Streets within any proposed development
site shall be aligned with existing and planned
streets in the surrounding area to create a
continuous street pattern. All streets in any
development site shall connect to other
streets and to existing and planned streets
outside the proposed development to the
extent feasible. Any dead-end street longer
than 400 feet shall be connected to other
streets by a pedestrian path. If a development
is gated, it shall provide frequent pedestrian
and bicycle connections between the gated
community and surrounding areas at distances
no more than 600 feet apart.

3. V
ehicular Access Hierarchy.

Parking and service area access shall be
provided from the following, in order of
preference: 1) from an alley; 2) in the absence
of an existing or proposed alley, access shall
be from a driveway shared with a property
abutting the development site; 3) in the
absence of an alley or shared driveway, access
shall be from the side/lesser street abutting
the development site; 4) in the absence of a
side street, from a curb cut/driveway along
the primary street frontage. See additional
standards in Chapter 3.03 (Parking and
Loading).

4. D
riveway and Curb Cuts.

These standards shall apply to driveways and
associated curb cuts providing vehicular access
to parcels improved with mixed-use and/or
multi-family residential development projects.

Alley frontages are exempt from these
standards. See also Chapter 3.03 (Parking and
Loading).
a.

D
riveways shall be a minimum of 50 feet
from any street intersection. For parcels
less than 75 feet wide, driveways shall be
located along the lot line farthest from the
intersection.
b.

E
ach development project site shall be limited to one curb cut, including driveways and private/ service streets, per 400 feet of public street frontage, or two curb cuts per street frontage, whichever is less (unless otherwise required for emergency vehicle access).

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5. P edestrian Access.

Primary entries for buildings along street
frontages shall meet the following standards
(excludes individual residential entries):
a.

A
t least one pedestrian entry is required
for each building or tenant space on each
primary street frontage, unless a greater
number is required by the adopted Building
or Fire Codes. A single corner entry may be
provided to fulfill this requirement.
b.

P
rimary building entries shall be at or
above the back of sidewalk grade.
c.

P
rimary building entries shall face or be
directly visible from the public right-of-way
or a publicly-accessible path/open space. This
may be through a front porch or forecourt.

C. S ervices and Utilities.

1. U tilities.

2. L
ocation of Above-ground Utilities, Storage, and Service Areas.

All above-ground utilities and equipment (e.g., electric and gas meters, fire sprinkler valves, irrigation backflow prevention devices, etc.), service areas, and outdoor storage areas shall be integrated into building and landscape design and located to minimize impact on the pedestrian experience and neighboring properties by following the standards below:
a.

U
tilities and equipment, service, storage, and non-passenger loading areas shall be located inside buildings or on non-primary street frontages, alleys, parking areas, and/or at the rear or side of buildings.
b. U
tilities and equipment, service, storage, and non-passenger loading areas shall not be located within minimum setback areas, along mid-block pedestrian connections, within the public right-of-way, and/ or within 25 feet of a street corner.
c.

U
tilities and equipment, service, storage, and non-passenger loading areas shall be fully screened from view per Subsection C.3 (Service, Utility, and Equipment Screening) below. d. R
efuse collection areas to the extent possible shall be located as far as possible from the residential portion of mixed-use buildings and open space areas. Additional regulations for refuse collection areas can be found in Section 3.05.08 (Refuse and Recycling).

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3. S ervice, Storage, Utility, and Equipment
Screening.

All service and storage areas, utilities, and
equipment not housed inside buildings shall
meet the following screening standards:
a.

S
creening shall be equal to or higher
than the height of the equipment to be
screened.
b. S
creening shall be made of a primary
exterior finish material used on other
portions of the building, architectural
grade wood or masonry, metal, or
landscape screening that forms an opaque
barrier when planted.

D. B uilding Massing and Articulation.

Building facades shall use a variety of strategies, including building modulation, fenestration, and facade articulation to create visual interest and express a variety of scales as follows.

1. B
uilding Frontage Location.

In mixed-use zones, at least 75 percent of the building facade shall be located within the minimum and maximum setback lines. Up to 25 percent of the building facade may be located behind the maximum setback to allow for massing breaks, forecourts, plazas, etc. Publicly-accessible plazas/open spaces may be subtracted from the overall facade length to calculate the minimum percentage of building facade to be located within the setback range, as shown in Figure 2.03.06-1 Building Frontage Location.

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2. M assing Breaks.
a. M
ajor Massing Breaks. Buildings greater than three stories in height with building facades greater than 150 feet in length shall have a minimum of one major massing break. Major massing breaks shall be a minimum depth of five feet and a minimum width of 10 feet and shall extend the full height of the building including a break in the roofline. Building facades greater than 300 feet in length shall include at least two major massing breaks, with one major break with a minimum depth of 10 feet and minimum width of 20 feet (the other break may be at the smaller size - minimum depth of five feet and a minimum width of 10 feet).
b.

Mi
nor Massing Breaks. Continuous building facades greater than 75 feet in length shall have at least one minor massing break (vertical shift modulation). Minor breaks shall be a minimum of two feet deep and four feet wide and extend at minimum the full height of the building above the ground floor, including a break in the roofline.

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3. F acade Rhythm and Pattern.
a. M
ulti-family residential and residential mixed-use buildings shall express a rhythm and pattern that reflects the size and scale of a housing unit and/or individual rooms and spaces. Architectural rhythm and pattern is expressed through repeated patterns of lines, shapes, forms, and/or colors. This may be achieved with building modulation to create vertically oriented facades (height greater than the width of the facade), facade articulation, and repeating vertically oriented patterns of fenestration as follows:
i.

R
esidential facades shall use vertical patterns of building modulation, facade articulation, and fenestration. This rhythm shall be between 20 to 50 feet in width for housing units or 10 to 20 feet in width for individual rooms and spaces.

i
i. G
round floor storefront uses shall express a vertical rhythm not to exceed 20 to 50 feet in width.

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rh
ythm and Pattern

4. Bu
ilding Components (Base/Middle/Top).

Buildings four stories and higher shall be designed to differentiate a defined base, a middle or body, and a top, cornice, or parapet cap. Buildings three stories or less shall include at minimum a defined base and top. Each of these elements shall be distinguished from one another for a minimum of 80% of the facade length through use of two or more of the following:
a.

H
orizontal facade modulation, which could include upper floor or ground floor step backs. Ground floor step backs shall include a horizontal shift of the ground floor facade with a minimum depth of two feet to create an overhang or arcade. Upper floor step backs shall include at minimum a five-foot step back from the primary facade for a minimum of 80% of the length of the facade. b.

H
orizontal facade articulation and/or variation in facade articulation strategy (see 2.03.04.D4 (Facade Articulation)).
c.

V
ariation in facade rhythm and pattern (see 2.03.04.D2 (Facade Rhythm and Pattern)). d. V
ariation in fenestration strategy (size, proportions, pattern, and depth or projection) (see 2.03.04.D5 (Fenestration)).
e. V
ariation in material (facade material, material size, texture and/or pattern) and color.

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B
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5. F acade Articulation. All facades shall include a minimum of two of the following facade articulation strategies to create visual interest:
a. V
ertical and horizontal recesses such as a pattern of recessed grouping of windows, recessed panels, or similar strategies. The recess shall be a minimum four inches in depth. b. V
ertical and horizontal projections such as shading and weather protection devices, decorative architectural details, or similar strategies. Shading and weather protection projections shall be a minimum of two feet in depth. Architectural projections shall be a minimum of four inches in depth. c.

D
atum lines that continue the full length of the building, such as cornices, with a minimum four inches in height, and a minimum two inches in depth with a change in material. d. B
alconies or Juliet balconies (every 20 to 50 feet). Balconies shall be a minimum of six feet in depth; Juliet balconies shall be a minimum of four inches in depth. e. S
creening devices such as lattices, louvers, shading devices, perforated metal screens, or similar strategies (see also Subsection F.2 (Awnings, Canopies, and Weather Protection)).

6. F
enestration. Fenestration shall meet the following standards:
a. Fe
nestration shall reinforce vertical proportions and patterns with windows that shall not exceed a 2:1 horizontal-to-vertical ratio.
b. W
indows that are flat or “flush” with the facade are prohibited unless applied to a portion of a building that is part of a recessed facade modulation as identified in horizontal or vertical shift modulation strategies in Subsection D.5 (Facade Articulation) above. c.

W
indows shall be recessed a minimum of two inches to provide a “punched” recessed character, or window trim shall be a minimum of two inches in width and depth. d. Cu
rtain walls, if used, shall have a vertical orientation of mullions, joints, or solid panels that create a vertical pattern that does not exceed a 2:1 horizontal-to-vertical ratio.

7. T
reatment of Corner Buildings. Buildings located at street corners that are three stories and higher shall include at least one of the following special features:
a. T
he building facade shall be located at the minimum front yard setback or build-to line for a minimum aggregated length of 50 feet on both facades meeting at the corner, and shall include one or more of the following building features:
i. A
n entry to ground floor retail or primary building entrance located within 25 feet of the corner of the building.
ii. A d
ifferent material application and/or fenestration pattern from the rest of the facade. iii. A c
hange in total height of at least 4 feet greater or less than the height of the abutting primary facade.
iv. A s
pecial architectural feature such as a rounded or cut corner, tower/cupola, or similar. b. A p
ublicly-accessible open space/plaza or outdoor seating area for public dining with a minimum dimension of 20 feet and minimum area of 400 square feet.

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A
A1 A4
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E. G round Floor Design - General.

1. P rimary Shared Residential Building Entries.

Primary residential building entries shared by multiple units (e.g., leading to upper stories) shall be accentuated from the overall building facade through a facade modulation that includes at least one of the following:
a.

A re
cess or projection from the primary facade plane with a minimum depth of two feet. b. A c
hange in roof form.
c.

W
eather protection that is a minimum 6 feet wide and 4 feet deep by recessing the entry, providing an awning/canopy or using a combination of these methods.

2. B
lank Walls.

Blank walls (facades without doors, windows, landscaping treatments, artistic treatments, or facade articulation as identified in 2.03.04.D4 (Facade Articulation)) shall be no more than 30 feet in length along public rights-of-way, pedestrian pathways, or publicly-accessible open space areas.

3. F
ront Yard Setback Character.

Required front setbacks shall provide a
landscaped area to create a transition
between public and private space. The
following standards apply, based on intended
use and exclusive of areas devoted to public
access/sidewalks, outdoor seating, front
porches, door swing of building entries, and
publicly-accessible open space:

a
. Fo
r ground-floor retail or retail-like uses.

minimum of 20% of the required front
setback area.

b. Fo
r other ground-floor non-residential
uses. A minimum of 40% of the required
front setback area.

c
.

Fo
r ground-floor residential uses. A minimum of 60% of the required front setback area.

Front setbacks
that are 10 feet or greater shall also include at minimum one tree per 40 linear feet of street frontage.

F. G round Floor Design – Non-Residential.

1. R etail/Storefront Ground Floor Design.
a. G
round Floor Height. Retail/commercial ground floor space shall have a minimum height of 15 feet floor-to-ceiling.

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b. T ransparency (Openings and Windows). Storefronts in new mixed-use developments shall contain clear openings and windows for a minimum of 60% of the total area of the first-floor facades facing public rights-of-way, pedestrian pathways, or publicly-accessible open space areas. Transparent glazing shall have a minimum Visible Transmittance (VT) value of 60 and be without tint or coloration. c.

B
ulkheads and Solid Base Walls. If provided, bulkheads and solid base walls shall not be less than 12 inches or higher than 30 inches.
d. W
eather Protection. Primary ground floor entrances shall include weather protection that is a minimum 6 feet wide and 4 feet deep by recessing the entry, providing an awning/canopy, or using a combination of these methods.

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re
tail/Storefront Ground Floor
d
esign

2. A
wnings , Canopies and Weather Protection.
a. A
wnings and canopies shall provide a minimum of eight feet of vertical clearance over the sidewalk. b. Wh
en transom windows are provided above display windows, awnings, canopies, or similar weather protection elements shall be installed between the transom and display windows. These elements should allow for light to enter the storefront through the transom windows and allow the weather protection feature to shade the display window.
c.

A
wnings may be fixed or retractable.
d. A
wnings, canopies, and other weather protection elements shall not extend across more than 80 percent of the facade. Instead, individual segments shall be installed over each storefront entry or set of storefront windows and shall not extend across wall sections, across multiple windows, or over columns.
e.

A
wnings and canopies shall be made of fabric, glass, wood (synthetic or weather treated), metal or a combination of such materials. Vinyl and plastic awnings are prohibited.

3. O
ther Non-Residential Ground Floors.
a. G
round floor space shall have a minimum height of 15 feet floor-to-ceiling. b. A m
inimum of 30% of the total area of first-floor facades facing public rights-of-way, pedestrian pathways, or publicly-accessible open space areas shall include clear openings and windows.

Transparent glazing shall have a minimum Visible Transmittance (VT) value of 60 and be without tint or coloration.
c.

P
rimary entries shall include weather protection that is a minimum 8 feet wide and 6 feet deep by recessing the entry, providing an awning or canopy or using a combination of these methods.

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G. G round Floor Design - Residential.

1. G round Floor Residential Units.

T
he finished floor of ground floor residential units shall be within the minimum and maximum heights according to setback distance from back of walk as described below and illustrated in Figure 2.03.06-7.

Finished

Floor Range for Ground Floor Residential Units.
a. F
inished Floor Height:
i. S
etback between 0 – 10 feet: Minimum finished floor height of 4 feet, maximum finished floor height of 5 feet.
ii. S
etback between 10 - 15 feet: Minimum finished floor height of 2.5 feet, maximum finished floor height of 5 feet.
iii. S
etback > 15 feet: Minimum finished floor height of 0 feet, maximum finished floor height of 5 feet.
b. O
n sites with a cross slope greater than 2% along a building facade, the average height of the finished floor and back of walk shall be used.

Where ADA accessibility requirements prohibit raised unit entries for some or all units, those units are exempt.

For corridor buildings, accessible entries shall be
located on the interior corridor.

c
.

Wh
en the underlying zoning district has a minimum setback of zero feet, all residential units shall be set back a minimum 5 feet from back of walk.

d
. A m
inimum of

60%

of the ground floor residential units that face a public right-of-way, publicly- accessible path, or

open space

shall have unit entries with direct access to the sidewalk, path, or

open
space. (Senior units or other deed-restricted units for special populations are exempt.)

e
. P
rimary ground-floor entrances serving individual residential units shall include weather protection that is a minimum 4 feet wide and 4 feet deep by recessing the entry, providing an awning or canopy, or using a combination of these methods.

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FI G u r E 2.03.06–7. Finished Floor ra nge for Ground Floor re sidential un its H. B uilding Materials.

1. V ariation in Building Materials.

Each facade shall include the following materials:
a. P
rimary materials shall cover between 55 and 65% of each exterior (excluding windows, doors, garage doors, and building trim).
b. A s
econdary material(s) shall cover the remaining 25 to 35% of each facade (excluding windows, doors, garage doors, and building trim).
c.

D
urable finish and/or accent materials, including masonry, tile, stone, brick, and/or finished metal may cover up to 10% of the first floor of the front facade (excluding building trim).

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2. P
rohibited Siding Materials.

Plywood, vinyl, plastic (and plastic laminate), and fiberglass are prohibited as siding materials.

3. B
uilding Component Colors.

All vents, gutters, downspouts, flashing, electrical conduits, etc. shall be painted to match the color of the adjacent surface.

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I. O pen Space.

1. P ublicly-Accessible Open Space.

This section applies to publicly-accessible private open spaces (PAPOS), when provided (either where required or provided voluntarily). Publicly-accessible open space may include: plazas, courtyards, seating areas, parklets, play areas, recreational facilities or equipment, dog parks, and usable green space, among others.
a.

P
APOS Design and Dimensions. PAPOS shall be designed to create usable open space for public use.

PAPOS shall meet the following standards:
i.

M
inimum dimension of 20 feet in one direction with a minimum of 15 feet in any other direction.

Minimum total area of 400 square feet .
ii. A m
aximum of 40 percent of the open space may be covered but cannot be enclosed. Open space is considered enclosed when the space between a floor, decking, or ground level and a roof structure has sides taller than 50 inches in height on more than two sides. iii. M
inimum 20% landscape area as per Subsection I.1.c below. iv. T
he space shall be publicly accessible for a minimum of 12 consecutive hours per day. v. T
he space shall be directly accessible from a public right-of-way or from a publicly-accessible lobby; or, if the PAPOS is not directly accessible and visible from a public right-of-way, clear signage shall be visible from the public right-of-way directing users to the PAPOS and well as identifying the PAPOS, open space type, hours of access, and amenities. b.

P
APOS A
menities.

PAPOS

shall include seating options (e.g., seat walls, planter ledges, benches, picnic tables, and seating steps) and shade structures (e.g., awnings, trellises, umbrellas), and at least one of the following amenities and features:

i. W
ater features
i
i. P
ublic art
iii
. D
rinking fountains
i
v. P
ublic restrooms
c.

P
APOS Landscaping. PAPOS shall provide a combination of trees, shrubs, and ground cover as follows:
i. A m
inimum of 20% of the open space area shall be planted with ground cover and/or shrubs. ii. A m
inimum of one tree shall be planted per 400 square feet of the open space area.

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2. C ommon Open Space.

This section applies to

private common open space in

residential subdivisions, multi-family residential
projects, and residential

mixed-use

projects.

Private common open spaces may be indoor rooms or
outdoor open spaces that are shared and accessible only to building residents and their visitors. They can be located at the ground level, on parking podiums, or on rooftops, provided they are adequately landscaped. Common open spaces may include:

courtyards, gardens, play areas, outdoor dining areas,
recreational amenities, rooftop amenities, and community rooms, among others. a. C
ommon Outdoor Open Space Design and Dimensions. Common outdoor open spaces shall meet the following standards. Entry porches and required setback areas with a dimension less than 20 feet shall not be counted towards common open space requirements. i. M
inimum dimension of 20 feet in any direction;
ii. A m
aximum of 40 percent of the common open space may be covered but cannot be enclosed.

Common open space is considered enclosed when the space between a floor, decking, or ground level and a roof structure has sides taller than 50 inches in height on more than two sides; iii. C
ourtyards enclosed on four sides shall have a minimum dimension of 40 feet and have a minimum courtyard width to building height ratio of 1.25:1;
iv. M
inimum 20 percent of the open space area shall be planted with trees, ground cover, and/or shrubs;
v. S
lope shall not exceed 10 percent; and
vi. I
nclude places to sit, shade structures, and at least two of following amenities:

a
.) P
layground equipment;

b
.) P
icnic tables;

c
.) B
arbecue grills;
d
.) E
xercise equipment;

and/or
e.) S
ports facilities.

b. C
ommon Community Room Design and Dimensions. Common community rooms shall be easily accessible by building residents and designed to serve as gathering places. Common community rooms may include: lounges, fitness rooms, shared kitchens, dining areas, co-working spaces, game rooms, or other spaces that provide opportunities for shared experiences. Common community rooms shall meet the following standards:
i.

H
ave direct access to and be directly adjacent to common outdoor open spaces or PAPOS; ii. M
inimum dimension of 15 feet by 15 feet;
iii. M
inimum floor-to-ceiling height of 11 feet.

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3. P rivate Open Space.

This section applies to

personal private open space in

multi-family residential and residential

mixed-
use

projects.

Private open space areas are intended for private use for each dwelling unit and may include:
balconies (covered or uncovered), private gardens, private yards, terraces, decks, and porches, among others.
a. P
rivate Open Space Design and Dimensions. Private open spaces shall be designed to create usable space for residents to spend time sitting and relaxing outdoors or observing public and common open spaces and to provide direct visible access to the sky. Entry porches and required setback areas with a dimension less than 20 feet shall not be counted towards private open space requirements. Private open spaces shall meet the following standards:
i.

B
e directly accessible from a residential unit.
ii. M
inimum dimension of 6 feet in any direction.
iii. M
inimum clear height dimension of 8 feet 6 inches.
iv. M
ay be covered but cannot be enclosed. Private open space is considered enclosed when the space between a floor, decking, or ground level and a roof structure has more than two sides taller than 50 inches in height.
b. P
rivate Open Space Screening. Ground level private open space shall be screened or buffered from adjacent private or common open space and dwellings by landscaping, fencing, walls, trellises, or other screening elements. Such screening or buffering shall be a minimum of 30 inches and a maximum of 42 inches in height.

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J. Ne ighborhood Transitions

1. T ransition to Lower Density Building Types.

When a building has a rear property line abutting a single-family residential zoned parcel, no portion of a building shall be within the setback established by a diagonal plane that begins at finished grade at the rear property line and slopes at a 45-degree angle moving away from the abutting property line until a point not to exceed maximum allowable building height.

FI G u r E 2.03.06–9. tr ansition to Lower den sity Building ty pes

2. W
indow Placement.

Windows shall be offset a minimum of three feet opposite windows of adjacent residences when located closer than 10 feet to a side property line.

3. B
alconies Placement.

Upper-story balconies shall be offset a minimum of 10 feet opposite windows of adjacent single-family residences.

4. L
andscape Buffer.

Landscape buffers shall be provided between uses in accordance with Section 3.02.09 (Landscaping).

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K. P erformance Standards for Mixed-Use Zones

1. P urpose
The purpose of this section is to ensure that residential uses in mixed-use zones are not adversely impacted by adjacent commercial uses, including but not limited to traffic, noise, light, and safety impacts.

2. A
pplicability
The following performance standards shall apply to non-residential uses in mixed-use zones, and mixed- use developments in any zone within the city.

3. H
ours of Operation.

The hours of operation for non-residential uses in mixed-use zones, and the non-residential component of mixed-use developments in any zone in the city shall be no earlier than 7:00 a.m. and no later than 10:00 p.m. daily, unless modified by an administrative or conditional use permit.

4. L
oading.

Loading, unloading, and all service and maintenance activities shall be conducted within the hours of operation noted in Subsection 3.05.16.C, to minimize noise and other negative impacts on residential uses.

5. L
ighting.

L
ighting for nonresidential uses shall be appropriately designed, located, and shielded to ensure that it does not negatively impact the residential units in the development or any adjacent residential uses and shall comply with Section 3.02.11 (Outdoor Lighting).

6. No
ise.

A
ll residential units shall be designed to minimize adverse noise impacts from nonresidential uses and shall comply with the maximum levels permitted in Table 11-1: Noise Compatibility Guidelines in the Noise Element of the City of Indio General Plan and Chapter 95C: Noise Control of the City of Indio Municipal Code. Proper design may include, but shall not be limited to, building orientation, double windows, wall and ceiling insulation, and orientation of vents. Common walls between residential and non-residential uses shall be constructed to minimize the transmission of noise and vibration.

7. A
ir Quality and Odors.

A
ll residential units shall be designed to minimize adverse impacts from mechanical equipment and operations of nonresidential uses on air pollutant emissions and odors. Odors released from any operation or activity shall not exceed detectable concentration beyond lot lines, measured at any location on the lot lines. Non-residential uses with attached residential units shall provide state-of the- art ventilation systems to prevent odors from penetrating residential units.

8. L
imitations on Use.

Any activity or use as determined by the Director not to be compatible with residential uses and/or to have the possibility of affecting the health or safety of residents due to the potential for the use to create dust, glare, heat, noise, noxious gases, odor, smoke, traffic, vibration, or other impacts, or create a hazard because of materials, processes, products, or wastes, shall not be permitted within any mixed use development or mixed-use zone. This includes, but is not limited to, storage or shipping of flammable liquids or hazardous materials beyond that normally associated with a residential use and welding, machining, or open flame work.

9. S
ecurity.

Residential units shall be designed to ensure the security of residents through the provision of separate and secured entrances and exits that are directly accessible to parking areas. Where residential units are in the same structure as a non-residential/commercial use, access to residential units shall be from a secured area or entrance located on the ground floor. Nonresidential and residential uses located on the same floor shall not have common entrance hallways or common balconies. Shared or common residential entrances shall automatically lock upon closing.

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2.04.01. P urpose + Intent
The purposes of the non-residential zones are to:

A. Designate adequate land for commercial and industrial uses and growth consistent with the General Plan; B. Maintain and strengthen the City’s economic resources; C. Provide a range of employment opportunities to meet the needs of current and future residents; D. Designate adequate land for a full range of local- and regional-serving commercial and retail services consistent for residents, employees, and visitors;
E. Provide sufficient areas for a wide range of manufacturing, industrial processing, and service industrial uses and protect areas where such uses now exist; and
F. Ensure that appropriate site design and operational standards are in place to promote commerce while protecting health and safety and minimizing impacts on adjacent properties.

Additional purposes of each non-residential zone are as follows:

G. R egional Commercial (RC).

The Regional Commercial (RC) zone provides for large-format retail development along with associated restaurant and commercial service activity. It is intended to accommodate retail, commercial, service, entertainment/amusement, and other regional- and visitor-serving amenities in areas near major freeway connections and around major intersections. This zone implements the Regional Commercial General Plan land use designation.

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H. L ight Industrial (IL).

The Light Industrial (IL) zone is intended to accommodate a wide variety of employment-generating uses and protect these areas from incompatible uses. This zone provides for offices, business and industrial parks, research and development, warehouses, distribution centers, light manufacturing, public and quasi-public uses, and supportive commercial uses. This zone implements the Workforce and Employment District General Plan land use designation.

I. He avy Industrial (IH).

The Heavy Industrial (IH) zone is intended to
accommodate manufacturing, processing, storage, and
similar heavy industrial uses, including those which
may create some objectionable conditions, and protect
these areas from incompatible uses. This zone provides
for manufacturing, processing, assembly, wholesale
and storage uses, trucking terminals, railroad
facilities, public and quasi-public uses, and similar
and compatible uses, subject to regulations needed
to protect health and safety, adjoining properties,
and the surrounding area. This zone implements the
Workforce and Employment District General Plan land
use designation.

J. R esource Recovery (RR).

The Resource Recovery (RR) zone applies to land where natural resource recovery and/or reclamation activities such as mining and extraction are primary land uses. This zone implements the Resource Recovery General Plan land use designation. All uses and development regulations shall be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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2.04.02. L and u se re gulations
The land uses allowed in the non-residential zones are listed below, together with the planning permit type required for each use. Numeric notes can be found at the end of the table.

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2.04.02–1. Allowed
us
es –
no
n-re
sidential Zones
P = Permitted; AUP = Administrative Use Permit; CUP = Conditional Use Permit; TUP = Temporary Use Permit; A-U = Accessory Use; X = Not Permitted

NON-RESIDENTIAL ZONES
Use1 IL IH RC RR Additional/Specific Use Regulations
Agriculture and Animal Keeping Uses
Agricultural Support, Sales, Service, and
Storage P P X X
A
quaculture AUP AUP X X
A
nimal Husbandry and Production CUP CUP X X
A
nimal Raising and Keeping, Exotic X X X X
A
nimal Raising and Keeping, Domestic
Pets X X X X
A
nimal Raising and Keeping, Horses X X X X
A
nimal Raising and Keeping, Large
Livestock X X X X
A
nimal Raising and Keeping, Small
Livestock, Poultry, and Beekeeping X X X X
B
ackyard Breeding X X X X
Community Garden A A A X
C
rop Production X X X X
G
reenhouse, Private P P P X
H
orticultural Production AUP AUP AUP X
K
ennels, Private/Hobby AUP AUP AUP X
Pr
ivate Garden A A A X
S
table/Equestrian Facility, Commercial/
Public X X X X
St
able/Equestrian Facility, Hobby/Private X X X X
A
utomobile and Vehicle Uses
Auto and Vehicle Rental X X P X See Chapter 4.04 (Automotive Service and Repair/Fueling Stations)
Auto and Vehicle Sales, New X X P X See Chapter 4.04 (Automotive Service and Repair/Fueling Stations)
Auto and Vehicle Sales, Used X X P X See Chapter 4.04 (Automotive Service and Repair/Fueling Stations)
Auto and Vehicle Sales and Rental, Large
Vehicles and Equipment AUP P X X

4.04 (Auto and Vehicle Services and Repair)
Auto and Vehicle Services and Repair –
Major AUP P X X See Chapter 4.04 (Automotive Service and Repair/Fueling Stations)
Auto and Vehicle Services and Repair –
Minor P P P X See Chapter 4.04 (Automotive Service and
Repair/Fueling Stations)
Auto and Vehicle Towing/Impounding CUP P X X

A
uto and Vehicle Washing and Detailing AUP P AUP X
Auto and Vehicle Wrecking/Dismantling X P X X

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Use1 IL IH RC RR Additional/Specific Use Regulations
Fueling Stations CUP CUP CUP X See Chapter 4.04 (Automotive Service and Repair/Fueling Stations)
Truck Stop/Fueling Station AUP P AUP X See Chapter 4.04 (Automotive Service and Repair/Fueling Stations)
Cannabis Related Uses
Cannabis Cultivation, Commercial X X X X See Chapter 4.06 (Cannabis Activity) Cannabis Cultivation, Personal X X X X See Chapter 4.06 (Cannabis Activity) Cannabis Logistics, Distribution, and
Transportation Facility X X X X

C
annabis Manufacturing X X X X
C
annabis Retailer, Microbusiness, or
Dispensary X X P X See Chapter 4.06 (Cannabis Activity) Cannabis Testing Laboratory X X X X
E
ating and Drinking Establishments and Entertainment Uses Bar/Nightclub/Lounge P X P X
B
rewpub/Taproom/Wine Bar/
Microdistillery P X P X
C
inema/Theater/Performing Arts Center P X P X
D
rive-Through, Non-Restaurants
(Accessory) A A A X
See Chapter 4.12 (Drive-Through Uses)
Live Entertainment as Accessory Use,
Indoors (Accessory) A X A X

L
ive Entertainment as Accessory Use,
Outdoors (Accessory)

A, AUP,

TUP X A, AUP,
TUP X
Regular outdoor events as an accessory use
require an AUP. Sporadic events require a TUP
(See Chapter 4.26 ((Temporary Uses)).

Outdoor Dining (Accessory) A X A X

O
utdoor Entertainment AUP X AUP X
Re
staurant, Dine-In and Take-Out P AUP P X
Re
staurant, Drive -Through AUP AUP P X See Chapter 4.12 (Drive-Through Uses) Industrial and Manufacturing Uses
Artisan Manufacturing/Makers Space P P AUP X
B
rewery/Distillery/Winery – without
tasting room or > 10,000 sf P P CUP X
B
rewery/Distillery/Winery – with tasting
room and <10,000 sf P P AUP X
C
onstruction and Materials Yards AUP P X X
F
ood or Beverage Manufacturing AUP P X X
H
azardous Materials/Wholesale Fuel
Storage and Distribution X P X X
I
ndoor Warehousing, Storage,
Wholesaling, and Distribution P P CUP X
Small footprint fulfillment centers less than
50K sf in size may be allowed in the RC Zone
with a CUP.

Manufacturing/Processing, Heavy X P X X

Man
ufacturing/Processing, Light P P X X

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NON-RESIDENTIAL ZONES
Use1 IL IH RC RR Additional/Specific Use Regulations
Mining/Resource Extraction X X X CUP
The following uses may be permitted in the
RR district subject to a CUP: mining; sand or
gravel extraction; batch plants; asphalt plants;
and secondary processing of raw mineral
materials.

Outdoor Storage (Primary Use) AUP P X X

See Chapter 4.19 (Outdoor Storage)
Outdoor Storage (Accessory) A A A X
See Chapter 4.19 (Outdoor Storage)
Salvage and Wrecking Yards X P X X
L
odging
Bed and Breakfast X X X X
L
odging – Extended Stay AUP X P X
L
odging – Hotels AUP X P X
L
odging – Motels AUP X P X
L
odging – Timeshares AUP X P X
R
ecreation, Education, and Public Assembly Uses
Campground, Temporary X X TUP X See Chapter 4.26 (Temporary Uses) Cemeteries, Crematories, or Mausoleums AUP AUP X X
C
ivic/Government P P P X
C
ollege/University CUP X CUP X
C
ommercial Recreation and Sports,
Indoor P P P X
C
ommercial Recreation and Sports,
Outdoor AUP CUP AUP X
C
ommunity Assembly, Up to 5,000 sf
(gross sf) P AUP P X
C
ommunity Assembly, > 5000 sf – 12,000
sf (gross sf) AUP AUP P X
C
ommunity Assembly, >12,000 sf (gross
sf) CUP CUP AUP X
C
ultural Institutions P X P X
D
ay Care Centers P X P X See Chapter 4.08 (Child Day Care in a Home (Small and Large) and Day Care Centers)
Instructional Services, <= 5000 sf P X P X

I
nstructional Services, > 5000 sf P X P X
O
pen Space, Natural P P P P
P
arks and Recreation Facilities P X P X
P
ublic Service Facility P P P X
Re
creational Vehicle (RV) Park X X X X
S
chools, Public or Private (TK-12) CUP X CUP X
S
ocial Service Facilities AUP X AUP X
T
utoring Facilities P X P X
V
ocational/Trade School CUP X AUP X

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Use1 IL IH RC RR Additional/Specific Use Regulations
Residential Uses
Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and Junior
Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU) X X X X
C
aretaker’s Unit A A X X
C
hild Day Care in a Home, Large X X X X
C
hild Day Care in a Home, Small X X X X
Co
ttage Industry X X X X
E
mergency Shelter P X AUP X
See Chapter 4.13 (Emergency Shelters)
Group Residential Home AUP X AUP X
Ho
me Occupation A A X X
See Chapter 4.14 (Home Occupations)
Cottage Food Operation X X X X
L
ive/Work AUP X AUP X
See Chapter 4.15 (Live/Work)
Manufactured/Mobile Home Park X X X X
Re
sidential Care Facilities, Large X X X X
Re
sidential Care Facilities, Small X X X X
R
esidential Housing Types
S
ingle-Family Dwelling, Attached X X X X
S
ingle-Family Dwelling, Detached X X X X
T
wo-Family Dwelling/Duplex X X X X
M
ulti-Family Dwelling, Triplex/
Quadplex X X X X
M
ulti-Family Dwelling, ≥ 5 Units X X X X
M
obile Home X X X X
M
anufactured/Modular/Prefabricated
Dwelling Unit X X X X
Single-Room Occupancy X X X X
Su
pportive Housing CUP X X X
T
ransitional Housing CUP X X X
Y
ard Sales (Temporary) P P X X
See Chapter 4.26 (Temporary Uses)
Retail, Service, and Office Uses
Adult-Oriented Business CUP CUP X X See Chapter 4.02 (Adult-Oriented Businesses) Alcohol Sales, Off-Sale P P P X
A
nimal Sales and Services P P P X
A
TM (Accessory) A A A X
B
ail Bonds CUP X X X See Chapter 4.05 (Bail Bonds)
Banks, Financial, and Savings and Loan
Institutions P X P X
Drive-through financial institutions are
covered under “Drive-Through, Non-
Restaurant”
Building Materials Sales and Services P P AUP X

B
usiness to Business Support Services P P AUP X
C
heck-Cashing Businesses CUP X CUP X See Chapter 4.07 (Check-Cashing Businesses) Convenience Market CUP CUP CUP X
Food Preparation, Commercial P P P X
F
ortunetelling, Palm and Card Reading P X P X

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Use1 IL IH RC RR Additional/Specific Use Regulations
Funeral Homes and Mortuaries P P P X
G
eneral Retail ≤ 5,000 sf P CUP P X
General Retail allowed with a CUP in the IH
zone only when in conjunction with a mini-
storage warehouse or facility (see Chapter

4.18 Mini-Storage Warehousing or Facility).

General Retail 5,000 sf – 25,000 P CUP P X
General Retail allowed with a CUP in the IH
zone only when in conjunction with a mini-
storage warehouse or facility (see Chapter

4.18 Mini-Storage Warehousing or Facility).

General Retail/Superstore > 25,000 P X P X

G
rocery Store P X P X
H
ospital AUP X AUP X
K
ennels/Boarding, Commercial P P P X
K
iosk/Outdoor Vending P P P X
L
aundromat P AUP P X
M
assage Establishment, Accessory Use A X A X
M
assage Establishment, Stand-Alone X X CUP X See Chapter 4.17 (Massage Establishment (Stand-alone))
Medical Services, Extended Care AUP X AUP X
Medical Services, Medical/Dental/
Holistic/Clinic P X P X

M
edical Services, Urgent Care P X P X
M
ini-Storage Warehousing or Facility CUP CUP X X See Chapter 4.18 (Mini-Storage Warehousing or Facility)
Neighborhood Market P X P X

N
ursery/Garden Center P P P X
O
ffices, Processing P P P X
O
ffices, Professional/Administrative P CUP P X
Office uses allowed with a CUP in the IH zone
only when in conjunction with a mini-storage
warehouse or facility (see Chapter 4.18 Mini-
Storage Warehousing or Facility)
Offices, Service P CUP P X
Office uses allowed with a CUP in the IH zone
only when in conjunction with a mini-storage
warehouse or facility (see Chapter 4.18 Mini-
Storage Warehousing or Facility)
Outdoor Display (Accessory) A X A A
Pawnshop CUP X CUP X See Chapter 4.20 (Pawnshops)
Personal Services P X P X

Re
search and Development P P AUP X
S
moke Shops P X P X See Chapter 4.23 (Smoke Shops)
Smoking Lounge P X P X
S
wap Meet, Outdoor (Temporary) TUP X TUP X
T
attoo/Body Art/Piercing P X P X See Chapter 4.24 (Tattoo/Body Art/Piercing Establishments)
Resale/Consignment/Thrift Shop P X P X See Chapter 4.22 (Resale/Consignment/Thrift Shops)
Veterinary Hospitals P AUP P X

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Use1 IL IH RC RR Additional/Specific Use Regulations
Utility, Transportation, and Communication Uses
Airports and Heliports CUP CUP CUP X
C
ommunications, Facilities within
Buildings P P AUP X
C
ommunications, Telecommunications/
Large Commercial Antennas
AUP/
CUP
AUP/
CUP
AUP/
CUP X
An AUP or CUP is required, depending on the
design and height of the large commercial
antenna, as regulated by Section 4.25.04
(Large Commercial Antennas).

Communications, Telecommunications/
Small Wireless Facilities P P AUP X

See Chapter 4.25 (Telecommunications/
Wireless Facilities)
Freight/Trucking Facility AUP P AUP X
L
ight Fleet-Based Services P P AUP X
M
obile Recycling Unit A A A X
P
arking Lots and Structures P P A, AUP X
P
assenger Transportation Facilities CUP CUP CUP X
P
ublic Utilities, Major AUP P CUP X
P
ublic Utilities, Minor P P P X
Re
newable Energy System (Primary Use) P P CUP X
Re
newable Energy System, Building-
Mounted (Accessory) A A A X
Re
newable Energy System, Stand-Alone
or Ground Mounted (Accessory) A A A, AUP X
Re
cycling Collection Facility AUP P X X
Re
cycling Processing Facility AUP P X X
Re
verse Vending Machine (Accessory) A A A X
U
tility Yard AUP P CUP X
N
otes:

1. Us
es shall be consistent with criteria of the Bermuda Dunes Airport Compatibility Plan, including applicable County-wide criteria as may exist at the time of project review. If the project is located in the Bermuda Dunes Airport Influence Areas, compatibility zones and regulations apply. Please see Riverside County Airport Land Use Commission Staff ( www.rcaluc.org) and Indio Planning Staff for the most up-to-date regulations.

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Table 2.04.03-1 prescribes the development standards for the non-residential zones. Additional regulations are also denoted in the righthand column. Section numbers in this column refer to other sections of this Code.

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2.04.03–1.
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velopment Standards –
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n-re
sidential Zones

NON-RESIDENTIAL ZONES
Standards RC IL IH Additional Regulations
Lot and Density Standards 1
Minimum Lot Size (sf) 40,000 10,000 20,000
M
inimum Lot Width (ft) 100 80 100
M
inimum Lot Depth (ft) 200 100 100
B
uilding Form and Location
Maximum Floor Area Ratio 1.0 1.0 1.0
M
aximum Height (ft)/Stories –
Primary Building 55/3 stories 55/3 stories 55/3 stories Projects must comply with both stories and overall height maximums.

Maximum Height (ft) – Primary
Building w/ Architectural
Features
65 65 65
Architectural features include rooftop
stair access and elevator shafts,
mechanical equipment, or other rooftop
amenities, as approved by City staff. See
Section 3.01.03 (Measuring Heights).

Maximum Height Adjacent to
Residential Zones Within 45-degree plane from property line at grade.

Distance between Structures (ft) Minimum required by Building and Fire code.

S
etbacks – Minimums (ft)
Front 10 10 10
Minimum front setback shall be
landscaped in the IL and IH zones,
excluding driveways.

No parking allowed in minimum setback
area.

Street Side 10 10 10
Minimum front setback shall be
landscaped in the IL and IH zones,
excluding driveways.

No parking allowed in minimum setback
area.

Interior Side
10; 25 ft
abutting a
residential zone
10; 25 ft
abutting a
residential zone
10; 25 ft
abutting a
residential zone

R
ear
10; 25 ft
abutting a
residential zone
10; 25 ft
abutting a
residential zone
10; 25 ft
abutting a
residential zone

A
lley 5 5 5
O
pen Space Standards
Minimum Open Space
10% of lot (must
be publicly-
accessible)
400 sf total
for the first 20
employees2, and
additional 10 sf
per employee
over 20
400 sf total
for the first 20
employees2, and
additional 10 sf
per employee
over 20
Common open space includes roof
decks and other shared common open
areas. Minimum open space dimension
is 15 feet in either direction. Setback
areas are not considered usable open
space unless they are at least 20 feet
wide.

Minimum Landscaping (% of lot) 10 10 10 25% must be live plant material.

See Section 3.02.09 (Landscaping)

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