Agenda, regular meeting — Sonoma City Council, June 5, 2024

City Council:

John Gurney, Mayor
Patricia Farrar-Rivas, Vice Mayor
Jack Ding
Sandra Lowe
Ron Wellander

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

OF THE SONOMA CITY COUNCIL
City Council Chambers, 177 First Street West
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84876986131
6:00 PM Regular Meeting

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6:00 P.M. – REGULAR MEETING

CONVENE, CALL TO ORDER & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL (Wellander, Ding, Lowe, Farrar-Rivas, Gurney)

REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

1. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
At this time, members of the public may comment on any item not appearing on the agenda. It is recommended that you keep your comments to three minutes or less. Under State Law, unless otherwise permitted under the Ralph M. Brown Act, the merits of the matters presented under this item cannot be discussed or acted upon by the City Council at this time. For items appearing on the agenda, the public will be invited to make comments at the time the item comes up for Council consideration. Upon being acknowledged by the Mayor, please step to the podium and speak into the microphone. Begin by stating and spelling your name.

2. MEETING DEDICATIONS

3. COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS AND COMMENTS

3.1: Council Members are appointed to various boards and committees - local, county-wide and regional. Any updates from a council member will be shared at this time. A list of all appointments is available on our City Website for easy reference. Council Members may announce their direct appointments to City Commissions under this section.

4. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

5. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS

6. PRESENTATIONS

6.1: A Proclamation Proclaiming June 19, 2024, as Juneteenth Day in the City of Sonoma

6.2: Presentation by the Cultural & Fine Arts Commission 2024 Student Creative Artist Noa Malone

7. CONSENT CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
All items listed on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be acted upon by a single motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless members of the Council or staff request specific items to be removed for separate action.

7.1: Waive further reading and Authorize Introduction and/or Adoption of Ordinances by Title Only. (Standard procedural action - no backup information provided)

7.2: Adopt an Ordinance of the City Council Amending Sonoma Municipal Code Chapter 12.06 (Sidewalk Seating Permits) and Section 19.50.060 (Outdoor Dining, Display, and Sales Standards), and Finding the Proposed Amendments are Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Pursuant to Section 15061(B)(3) – General Rule – of the CEQA Guidelines (Jennifer Gates, AICP, Community Development Director) RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the ordinance.

Agenda Report - Ordinance Adoption- Sidewalk Seating - Pdf 5 - 16

7.3: Adopt a Resolution to: 1) Approve a Construction Contract Contingency in the Amount of $85,524.10 for the Chase Street Bridge Replacement Project, 17 - 24

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Federal Project No. CML-5114(016), City Project No. CIP T-1 (the “Project”); 2) Authorize the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Ghirardelli Associates, Inc., for Construction Management, Inspection and Materials Testing for the Project in the Amount of $52,048.73; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Additional Task Order Amendment No. 10 to the Agreement with Consor Engineering for Design Support for the Project in the Amount of $24,750 (Michael Berger, Public Works Director) RECOMMENDATION: Adopt the resolution.

Agenda Report - Changes - Chase Street Bridge - Pdf

8. PUBLIC HEARING

8.1: An Ordinance to Amend Sonoma Municipal Code Section 19.48.050 (Adjustments to Parking Requirements), 19.48.070 (Development Standards for Parking Facilities), and 19.48.090 (Landscaping of Parking Facilities), and Finding the Proposed Amendments are Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Pursuant to Section 15061(B)(3) – General Rule – of the CEQA Guidelines (Jennifer Gates, AICP, Community Development Director)
RECOMMENDATION: Introduce an ordinance of the City Council to amend Sonoma Municipal Code Section 19.48.050 (Adjustments to Parking Requirements), 19.48.070 (Development Standards for Parking Facilities), and

19.48.090 (Landscaping of Parking Facilities), and finding the proposed amendments are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(B)(3) – General Rule – of the CEQA Guidelines.

Agenda Report - Ordinance Introduction - Parking - Pdf
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9. REGULAR CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
(Matters requiring discussion and/or action by the City Council)

9.1: Presentation on the City of Sonoma General Plan and Housing Element 2023 Annual Progress Report (Jennifer Gates, AICP, Community Development Director)
RECOMMENDATION: Receive the presentation.

Agenda Report - 2023 Annual Progress Report Presentation - Pdf 47 - 56

9.2: City Council Discussion and Consideration of a Ceasefire Resolution (David Guhin, City Manager)
RECOMMENDATION: Discuss and consider the draft resolution.

Agenda Report - Ceasefire Resolution - Pdf
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10. ADJOURNMENT
I do hereby certify that a copy of the foregoing agenda was posted as legally required. Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk/Executive Assistant.
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Appointments to Commission/Committees: The Council may establish and make appointments to a Council committee (made up of two Council Members) with respect to any item appearing on this agenda.

Closed Session: If action is taken during a Closed Session meeting that is required to be reported out at this meeting, the Council will return to Open Session and report out immediately. However, if the Council is unable to do so due to time constraints, it will report out at the immediately following Regular Council Meeting under "REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION".

Motion for Consideration: A Council Member voting with the majority on any item appearing on this agenda may move for reconsideration of that vote provided the motion is in conformance with the rules adopted by the Council governing such motions.

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City of Sonoma
Agenda Item Summary
Meeting: City Council - 05 Jun 2024
Department
Planning and Community Services
Staff Contact
Jennifer Gates, AICP, Community Development
Director
Agenda Item Title
Adopt an Ordinance of the City Council Amending Sonoma Municipal Code Chapter 12.06 (Sidewalk Seating Permits) and Section 19.50.060 (Outdoor Dining, Display, and Sales Standards), and Finding the Proposed Amendments are Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Pursuant to Section 15061(B)(3) – General Rule – of the CEQA Guidelines
Summary
The City of Sonoma and in particular the Sonoma Plaza have long supported outdoor dining, including dining on the public sidewalk and on private property. Regulations pertaining to outdoor dining are contained in SMC Chapter 12.06 (Sidewalk Seating Permits) and Section

19.50.060 (Outdoor Dining, Display, and Sales Standards). In general, Section 19.50.060 outlines standards for all outdoor dining associated with restaurants and Chapter 12.06 outlines requirements for a sidewalk seating permit for seating in the public right of way (public sidewalks). Chapter 19.50.060 was last updated in 2011 and Chapter 12.06 was last updated in 1993.

At this time, the City intends to establish a comprehensive process for annual permitting and monitoring all sidewalk seating to ensure compliance with all applicable rules and regulations including insurance and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) regulations. In addition, the general public has expressed a desire to increase outdoor dining and seating options around the Plaza and the proposed ordinance would expand allowable uses to include all restaurants, wine tasting facilities and wine bars, and tap rooms. On April 18, 2024, the proposed ordinance was reviewed and unanimously supported by the Planning Commission.

On May 15, 2024, the City Council considered public comments and discussed the ordinance.

The City Council introduced the ordinance with two modifications including modifying the unobstructed space from five feet to four feet and allowing the tables to be preset. These changes were made and are included in the attached ordinance.

The proposed changes are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Pub.

Resources Code, § 21000 et seq.) (“CEQA”) and the State CEQA Guidelines (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, § 15000 et seq.), pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061 (B) 3- General Rule.

Recommended Council Action
Adopt the ordinance.

Alternative Actions
Council discretion.

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Financial Impact
None.

Environmental Review Status
Environmental Impact Report
Negative Declaration
Exempt
Not Applicable
Approved/Certified
No Action Required
Action Requested
Attachments
Proposed Ordinance - Sidewalk Seating CC Edits
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ORDINANCE NO.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONOMA AMENDING SONOMA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 12.06 (SIDEWALK SEATING PERMITS) AND SECTION 19.50.060 (OUTDOOR DINING, DISPLAY, AND SALES STANDARDS), AND

FINDING THIS ACTION IS EXEMPT FROM FURTHER ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW

UNDER THE GENERAL RULE IN CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(B)(3) THAT CEQA ONLY APPLIES TO

PROJECTS THAT HAVE THE POTENTIAL FOR CAUSING A SIGNIFICANT EFFECT ON THE ENVIRONMENT.

WHEREAS, on April 18, 2024, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to discuss and consider proposed amendments to expand allowable uses to include all restaurants, wine tasting facilities and wine bars, and tap rooms and considered public testimony and made a recommendation to the City Council to approve a draft Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the City Council conducted a noticed public hearing on May 15, 2024, for the purpose of considering the proposed amendments to the Ordinance and introduced the ordinance with modifications to change sidewalk clearance from five feet to four feet and allow preset tables; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has duly considered all testimony presented at the public hearings, and the evaluation and recommendations from staff; and WHEREAS, the proposed amendments to the Sonoma Municipal Code set forth hereinbelow are consistent with state law.

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

SECTION 1: The recitals above are each incorporated by reference and adopted as findings by the City Council.

SECTION 2: The following section of the Sonoma Municipal Code are hereby amended to read as follows (strikeout is used to denote existing text being deleted; underline is used to denote new text being added):

A. Chapter 12.06 (Sidewalk Seating Permits) is amended as follows:

Chapter 12.06 SIDEWALK SEATING PERMITS

12.06.010 Purpose.

The purpose of this chapter is to set forth the conditions and requirements under which sidewalk seating, as defined, may be allowed to operate by permit on a public sidewalk within the city.

Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, permits for sidewalk seating shall be administered as set forth in this chapter.

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12.06.020 Sidewalk seating defined.

Sidewalk seating is any group of tables, chairs, and appurtenances situated and maintained upon the public sidewalk for use in connection with the consumption of food and beverages sold to the public from an adjoining indoor restaurant, wine tasting facility, wine bar, or tap room.

12.06.030 Administration.

Sidewalk seating shall be allowed only by issuance of a permit approved by the community development director through the following procedure:

A. The applicant shall submit a complete application, the form and content of which shall be as defined by the community development director. Fees for the application for or renewal of a sidewalk seating permit shall be set forth by the city council through resolution and as modified by the city council from time to time. Applications for sidewalk seating permits shall not be processed until a complete application has been made to the satisfaction of the community development director and all fees paid.

B. The community development director shall provide notice of the application by posting the site and its surroundings for a period of 14 days.

C. The community development director shall circulate the application to interested city departments for comments.

D. At the close of the 14-day review period, the community development director shall act on the application, as follows: (1) grant the application, subject to conditions, if it meets the requirements of this chapter; (2) deny the application if it does not meet the requirements of this chapter; (3) refer the application to the planning commission for a determination if substantial public concerns have been expressed in the course of the review period.

12.06.040 Requirements and limitations.

Sidewalk seating applications shall be subject to the following requirements and limitations:

A. Sidewalk seating shall only be allowed in commercial zoning districts only and only in conjunction with and directly adjacent to an indoor restaurant, wine tasting facility, wine bar, or tap room which operates the seating. The sidewalk seating area shall extend no further than the actual street frontage of the businessindoor restaurant space. The sidewalk seating associated with an indoor restaurant shall be confined to a single area as designated on an approved permit.

B. The total amount of outdoor seating associated with an indoor restaurant, whether on the sidewalk or on private property, shall not exceed 25 percent of the indoor seating of the restaurant, unless a greater amount is approved by use permit as set forth in Chapter 19.03 SMC.

B.C. Outdoor seating areas shall only be allowed where there is adequate room to accommodate both normal pedestrian and handicapped traffic and the seating area. A minimum sixfivefour-foot clear area of sidewalk between the seating area and any curb or obstruction shall be provided.

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CD. All outdoor seating furniture, including tables, chairs, planters and umbrellas, shall be moveable. Umbrellas must be secured with a minimum base of not less than 60 pounds and have a minimum vertical clearance of 7 feet. Outdoor heaters, music and speakers are prohibited.

DE. The operator shall not permit the following outside the building: food preparation; tables preset with utensils, glasses, napkins or condiments; busing stations or storage; trash receptacles. All exterior surfaces shall be easily cleanable and shall be kept clean at all times by the permittee. The permittee shall be responsible for maintaining the outdoor seating area in a clean and safe condition at all times.

EF. Hours of operation shall be limited by the approved hours of the business, but no later than between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Tables, chairs and all other furniture shall be removed from the sidewalk and stored indoors at night and whenever the seating area is not in use. The city, acting through the city manager or his designee, shall have the right to prohibit the operation of an outdoor seating area at any time because of actual or anticipated conflicts in the use of the sidewalk area. Such conflicts may arise from, but are not limited to, scheduled events or festivals, parades, repairs to the street or sidewalk, demonstrations, or emergencies. To the extent possible, the city shall endeavor to provide prior written notice to the permittee that the operation of the sidewalk seating area will be suspended, but failure to provide such notice shall not affect the right and power of the city to prohibit the operation of any sidewalk seating area at any time. The decision to suspend operation of an outdoor seating area shall not be subject to appeal unless the suspension exceeds 30 days.

FG. Prior to the issuance of a sidewalk seating permit, the applicant shall provide proof of insurance and indemnification as required under the city’s risk management policies.

GH. Compliance with all applicable regulations of the department of alcoholic beverage control shall be required.

12.06.050 Terms and renewal.

A sidewalk seating permit shall be valid for a period of one year. As long as all terms of the permit continue to be met and substantive complaints about the operation have not been received, the community development director may renew the permit each year without undergoing the notice and administrative review procedure. If necessary to address actual or anticipated problems with the operation, the community development director may impose additional conditions or require that the public notice and administrative review be repeated.

12.06.060 Revocation.

A sidewalk seating permit may be revoked by the community development director at any time and without prior notice if it is found that the conditions of the permit or of this chapter have been violated, or that the sidewalk seating area is being operated in a manner which constitutes a nuisance, or if the operation of the sidewalk seating area unduly restricts or impedes the movement of pedestrians.

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12.06.070 Appeals.

The decision of the community development director or the planning commission to approve or revoke a sidewalk seating permit shall be subject to the appeal provisions set forth in Chapter

1.2419.84 SMC.

B. Section 19.50.060 (Outdoor dining, display, and sales standards) is amended as follows (strikeout is used to denote existing text being deleted; underline is used to denote new text being added):

19.50.060 Outdoor dining, display, and sales standards.

This section provides development and operational requirements for the establishment of outdoor uses, including outdoor dining and seating areas (subsection (A) of this section), temporary outdoor displays and sales (subsection (AB) of this section), and permanent outdoor displays and sales (subsection (BC) of this section), and outdoor dining and seating areas (subsection (C) of this section), which shall be subject to the following criteria and standards:

A. Temporary Outdoor Displays and Sales. Temporary outdoor displays and sales may be allowed subject to the approval of a temporary use permit, in compliance with SMC 19.54.030 and the following standards. In approving an application for a temporary use permit, the city planner may impose conditions deemed necessary to ensure that the permit would be in compliance with the findings required by SMC 19.54.030(H), Findings, Decision. These conditions may address any pertinent factors affecting the operation of the temporary use, and may include the following:

1. Fixed Period of Time. Provision for a fixed period of time as specified by the permit, or where not specified, not to exceed 10 consecutive days;

2. Landscaping. Landscaping may be required to ensure that the use has a pleasing appearance and that the screening requirements identified in subsection (B)(5) of this section are satisfied, subject to the approval of the city planner;

3. Nuisance Factors. Regulation of nuisance factors including prevention of glare or direct illumination on adjoining parcels, dirt, dust, gases, heat, noise, odors, smoke, waste, and vibration;

4. Operating Hours. Regulation of operating hours and days, including limitation of the duration of the temporary use, as identified in subsection (A)(1) of this section;

5. Parking. Provision for adequate temporary parking facilities, pedestrian and vehicular circulation, including vehicular ingress and egress and public transportation, if applicable, in compliance with Chapter 19.48 SMC, Parking and Loading Standards;

6. Performance Bond. Submission of a performance bond or other surety measures, satisfactory to the city planner, may be required to ensure that any temporary facilities would be removed from the site within a reasonable time following the activity, the property would be cleaned of debris, or other evidence of the activity, and the site restored to its former condition;

7. Sanitary and Medical Facilities. Provision for sanitary and medical facilities, as appropriate;

8. Security. Provision for security and safety measures, if applicable; Agenda Item #7.2:

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9. Setbacks. Provision of appropriate setbacks to ensure separation from adjoining land uses and a safe environment for pedestrians and vehicles, subject to the approval of the city planner; a minimum clearance of four feet shall be required;

10. Signs. Regulation of signs, in compliance with SMC Title 18, Signs and Display Advertising;

11. Temporary Structures. Regulation of temporary structures and facilities, including placement, height and size, location of equipment and open spaces, including buffer areas and other yards;

12. Waste Collection and Disposal. Provision for solid, hazardous, and toxic waste collection, recycling and/or disposal;

13. Development Code Compliance. A requirement that the approval of the requested temporary use permit is contingent upon a finding, by the city planner, that the activity would be in compliance with the applicable provisions of this section, the development code, and successful approval of all required permits from another department(s) or governing agency; and

14. Other Conditions. Other conditions that would ensure the operation of the proposed temporary activity in an orderly and efficient manner.

B. Permanent Outdoor Displays and Sales. The permanent outdoor display/sale of merchandise may be allowed subject to the approval of a conditional use permit in compliance with SMC 19.54.040, and shall comply with the following standards and guidelines:

1. Height of Displayed Materials. The outdoor display/sale of merchandise shall not exceed a height of seven feet above finished grade.

2. Location. Outdoor display/sale area(s) shall be located entirely on private property. They shall not encroach into required setbacks. In zoning districts where no setback is required, the outdoor area(s) shall be set back a minimum of 10 feet from adjoining property line(s) unless otherwise allowed through the approval of a conditional use permit, in compliance with SMC

19.54.040.

3. Location of Merchandise. Displayed merchandise shall occupy a fixed, specifically approved, and defined location that does not disrupt the normal function of the site or its circulation, and does not encroach upon driveways, landscaped areas, parking spaces, or pedestrian walkways.

Displays shall not obstruct traffic safety sight areas or otherwise create hazards for vehicle or pedestrian traffic.

4. Relationship to Main Use. The outdoor display/sales area(s) shall be directly related to a business occupying a permanent structure on the subject parcel.

5. Screening Required. Outdoor display/sales area(s) shall be screened from adjoining public rights-of-way by decorative walls, fences, and/or landscaping in compliance with SMC

19.40.100, Screening and buffering. Screening shall be provided to a height of one foot above the approved height of the merchandise and materials being displayed.

6. Signs. Additional signs, beyond those normally allowed for the subject use, shall not be provided as a result of the outdoor display/sales area(s).

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AC. Outdoor Dining and Seating Areas. Outdoor dining and seating area(s) shall be allowed in conjunction with legally established restaurants, wine tasting facilities, wine bars, or tap rooms and other food service uses, in compliance with the following standards:

1. Limitation on Seating. The number of seats in the outdoor dining and seating area(s) shall not exceed 25 percent of the amount of approved indoor seats; otherwise, a conditional use permit shall be required.

2. Alcoholic Beverage Sales. Areas in which alcoholic beverages would be served shall comply with the standards established by the State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, and the following standards. The dining and seating area(s) shall be:
a. Accessible from inside the restaurant only, unless the city planner waives or modifies this requirement in circumstances where this is not feasible or practical; a. Duly licensed by the State Department of Alcoholic Beverages Control to serve alcoholic beverages in the outdoor dining area;
b. Clearly and physically defined separate from pedestrian and vehicle traffic. The area shall be clearly a part of the business restaurant it serves; and c. Supervised by an restaurant employee to ensure compliance with laws regarding on-site consumption of alcoholic beverages.

3. Parking Requirements. Outdoor dining and seating area(s) shall be calculated in compliance with Chapter 19.48 SMC, Parking and Loading Standards.

24. Clean-Up. Outdoor dining area(s), whether part of a restaurant or seating in common, shall be cleaned on a continual basis for removal of litter and food items that constitute a nuisance to public health and safety.

35. Design Compatibility. To ensure compatibility with surrounding uses and a high standard of design quality, the following standards shall be implemented:
a. Outdoor seating areas shall only be allowed where there is adequate room to accommodate both normal pedestrian and handicapped traffic and the seating area. A minimum fivefour-foot clear area of sidewalk between the seating area and any curb or obstruction shall be provided; b. All outdoor seating furniture, including tables, chairs, planters and umbrellas, shall be moveable. Umbrellas must be secured with a minimum base of not less than 60 pounds and shall have a minimum vertical clearance of 7 feet;
ca. Associated structural elements, awnings, covers, furniture, umbrellas, stanchions or other physical elements that are visible from the public rights-of-way, shall be compatible with the overall design of the main structure(s);
b. Awnings, plants, umbrellas, and other human scale elements shall be provided as necessary to enhance the pedestrian experience;
dc. The relation of the outdoor seating area to churches, hospitals, public schools, and residential uses shall be considered by the community development director city planner. Proper mitigation measures shall be applied to eliminate potential impacts related to glare, light, loitering, and noise; and
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ed. Pedestrian or vehicular traffic flow shall not be obstructed, nor shall existing pedestrian or vehicular movement areas be removed;
e. A minimum setback of five feet from adjoining property lines or parking lots shall be provided.

46. Sidewalk Seating Permit Required. Outdoor dining and seating on a public right-of-way as an accessory use to an eating or drinking establishment shall require a sidewalk seating permit pursuant to Chapter 12.06 SMC. Outdoor dining as an accessory use on private property shall require a use permit in accordance with Chapter 19.54 SMC.

A sidewalk seating permit shall be required pursuant to Chapter 12.06 SMC, for all any new outdoor seating on a public right-of-way that is not subject to use permit review.

B. Temporary Outdoor Displays and Sales. Temporary outdoor displays and sales may be allowed subject to the approval of a temporary use permit, in compliance with SMC 19.54.030 and the following standards. If merchandise is proposed for location on any street, sidewalk or public right-of-way, an encroachment permit shall be secured from the Public Works Department in accordance with Chapter 12.20 SMC. A temporary use permit or encroachment permit may include conditions that address any pertinent factors affecting the operation of the temporary use, and may include the following:

1. Fixed Period of Time. Provision for a fixed period of time as specified by the permit, or where not specified, not to exceed 10 consecutive days;

2. Nuisance Factors. Regulation of nuisance factors including prevention of glare or direct illumination on adjoining parcels, dirt, dust, gases, heat, noise, odors, smoke, waste, and vibration;

3. Operating Hours. Regulation of operating hours and days, including limitation of the duration of the temporary use, as identified in subsection (B)(1) of this section;

4. Setbacks. Provision of appropriate setbacks to ensure separation from adjoining land uses and a safe environment for pedestrians and vehicles, subject to the approval of the community development director;

5. Public Right of Way. Outdoor displays and sales in the public right-of-way shall only be allowed where there is adequate room to accommodate both normal pedestrian and handicapped traffic and the display or sales area. A minimum fivefour-foot clear area of sidewalk between the area and any curb or obstruction shall be provided.

6. Signs. Regulation of signs, in compliance with SMC Title 18, Signs and Display Advertising;

7. Temporary Structures. Regulation of temporary structures and facilities, including placement, height and size, location of equipment and open spaces, including buffer areas and other yards;

8. Waste Collection and Disposal. Provision for solid, organic, hazardous, and toxic waste collection, recycling and/or disposal;

9. Development Code Compliance. A requirement that the approval of the requested temporary use permit is contingent upon a finding, by the community development director, that the activity would be in compliance with the applicable provisions of this section, the development code, Agenda Item #7.2:

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and successful approval of all required permits from another department(s) or governing agency; and

10. Other Conditions. Other conditions that would ensure the operation of the proposed temporary activity in an orderly and efficient manner.

C. Permanent Outdoor Displays and Sales. The permanent outdoor display/sale of merchandise may be allowed subject to the approval of a conditional use permit in compliance with SMC 19.54.040, and shall comply with the following standards. If merchandise is proposed for location on any street, sidewalk or public right-of-way, an encroachment permit shall be secured from the Public Works Department in accordance with Chapter 12.20 SMC. A conditional use permit or encroachment permit may include conditions that address any pertinent factors affecting the operation of the conditional use, and may include the following:

1. Height of Displayed Materials. The outdoor display/sale of merchandise shall not exceed a height of seven feet above finished grade.

2. Location. Outdoor display/sale area(s) shall be located entirely on private property, unless allowed pursuant to a duly-issued encroachment permit under Chapter 12.20 SMC.

Displays shall not obstruct traffic safety sight areas or otherwise create hazards for vehicle or pedestrian traffic.

4. Relationship to Main Use. The outdoor display/sales area(s) shall be directly related to a business occupying a permanent structure on the subject parcel.

5. Signs. Additional signs, beyond those normally allowed for the subject use, shall not be provided as a result of the outdoor display/sales area(s).

6. Public Right of Way. Outdoor displays and sales in the public right-of-way shall only be allowed where there is adequate room to accommodate both normal pedestrian and handicapped traffic and the display or sales area. A minimum fivefour-foot clear area of sidewalk between the area and any curb or obstruction shall be provided. If the merchandise is proposed for location on any street, sidewalk or public right-of-way, an encroachment permit shall be secured from the Public Works Department in accordance with Chapter 12.20 of the municipal code.

SECTION 3. Findings for Development Code Amendments.

Pursuant to Section 19.86.070(B) of the Sonoma Municipal Code, the proposed amendments of the development code under this ordinance:

A. Are consistent with the goals, policies, and actions of the General Plan, including Goals CD-1 and CD-2, Policies 5.5, 1.2, and 1.8 because the amendments:
• Promote positive community interaction through provision of attractive public spaces.

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• Focus on the retention and attraction of businesses that reinforce Sonoma’s distinctive qualities—such as agriculture, food and wine, history and art—and that offer high-paying jobs.
• Promote and accommodate year-round tourism that is consistent with the historic, small-town character of Sonoma.
• Preserve and enhance the historic Plaza area as a unique, retail-oriented commercial and cultural center that attracts both residents and visitors.

Overall, the proposed amendments to the development code would support the action of the general plan.

B. Would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the city for the reasons described in the recitals above; C. Comply with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as described in Section 4 below; and
D. Are internally consistent with other applicable provisions of this development code because the amendments facilitate permitting of duplexes in the low density residential zoning district and multifamily residential dwellings in the medium density and high density residential zoning districts, clarify the review process for concurrent applications to streamline permit processing, and clarify development standards for residential development projects.

SECTION 4. CEQA.

This Ordinance has been assessed in accordance with the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and the environmental regulations of the city. City Planning Staff has determined that the adoption and implementation of the Ordinance is exempt from further environmental review under the general rule in California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) that CEQA only applies to projects that have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. As a series of text amendments and additions without any physical project being approved, it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the ordinance will have a significant effect on the environment. The proposed ordinance amendments are therefore exempt from the provisions of CEQA because it does not involve a commitment to any specific project that may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment. The City Council concurs in these findings and adopts them as its own. The City Council, therefore, directs that a Notice of Exemption be filed with the County Clerk of the County of Sonoma in accordance with CEQA Guidelines.

SECTION 5. Severability.

If any section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance for any reason is held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance.

The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance, and each section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

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SECTION 6. Effective Date.

This ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after passage thereof.

SECTION 7. Publication.

This ordinance shall be published in accordance with the provisions of Government Code section 36933, subdivision (c)(1).

SECTION 8. This Ordinance Prevails Where There is Conflict.

To the extent that this Ordinance conflicts with any other provision in the Sonoma Municipal Code or city ordinance (urgency or otherwise), policy or regulation, this Ordinance will control.

APPROVED:
__________________________
John Gurney, Mayor
ATTEST: _________________________
Rebekah Barr, City Clerk
* * * * * *
I HEREBY CERTIFY the foregoing ordinance was duly adopted at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Sonoma held on the _________________, 2024 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

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City of Sonoma
Agenda Item Summary
Meeting: City Council - 05 Jun 2024
Department
Public Works
Staff Contact
Michael Berger, Public Works Director
Agenda Item Title
Adopt a Resolution to: 1) Approve a Construction Contract Contingency in the Amount of $85,524.10 for the Chase Street Bridge Replacement Project, Federal Project No. CML5114(016), City Project No. CIP T-1 (the “Project”); 2) Authorize the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Ghirardelli Associates, Inc., for Construction Management, Inspection and Materials Testing for the Project in the Amount of $52,048.73; and 3) Authorize the City Manager to Execute an Additional Task Order Amendment No. 10 to the Agreement with Consor Engineering for Design Support for the Project in the Amount of $24,750
Summary
Chase Street bridge is located on Chase Street over Nathanson Creek, between Broadway and Austin Avenue in the City of Sonoma. The Chase Street Bridge Replacement Project consisted of replacing a structurally deficient bridge to provide a safe creek crossing for drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians. The project consisted of removing the existing bridge and constructing a new bridge consistent with updated design standards and requirements, and involved replacing the bridge structure, replacing and relocating existing water and sewer services, removing and reconstructing concrete curbs, gutters, sidewalks, adjusting utility valve boxes, installing rock slope protection, providing temporary traffic control, storm water pollution control and other related work. The project was substantially completed in January 2024, but the remaining minor closeout and corrective work was completed on May 8, 2024.

Project construction was completed by Granite Construction Company via an agreement approved by the City Council on May 17, 2023. On April 19, 2023, the City Council approved an agreement with Ghirardelli Associates, Inc. to provide construction management, inspection and material testing services for the project. On June 21, 2023, the City Council approved an amendment to an existing agreement with Consor Engineering to provide design support during construction. Unanticipated issues were encountered during project construction which increased original estimated costs for construction and supporting construction management and design support services as follows:
 Construction contract changes included items such as removing a conflicting tree, conducting an asbestos survey and removing asbestos, exposing a gas line at direction of PG&E, increased cost for site dewatering, changes to the bridge barrier rail and adjustments of adjacent fencing. The net increased cost of the additional changes and reductions in some construction material quantities is $85,524.10.  Additional construction design services were needed related to the bridge barrier, including digital renderings of proposed changes to the railing configuration, color, and texture, as well as for the redesign of a driveway approach at the northeast corner of the bridge and changes to the design of an adjacent sidewalk, driveway, and associated curb and gutter. The increased engineering support cost is $24,750.

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 Additional construction management was required due to coordination and management of asbestos removal, developing a solution for a gap between the northwest corner of the new bridge structure and north end of new retaining wall, overtime to accelerate work in the creek to meet regulatory permit time restrictions, develop details for the concrete bridge barriers, and developing solutions for grade changes at the northeast corner of the bridge. The increased cost is $52,048.73.

The following table summarizes the original contract amounts for Granite Construction, Ghirardelli Associates and Consor Engineering as well as the increased costs for each and revised total amounts. The total cost increase of $162,322.83 represents a 4.7% increase over the original combined contract amount.

When construction contracts are awarded, it is typical to include a contingency amount of at least five percent (or greater for larger value projects) to help account for unforeseen conditions or issues that may arise during construction. However, a construction contingency was omitted when the construction contract for the Chase Street Bridge project was awarded in May 2023.

Since a contingency was not included with the original contract approval, it is necessary to amend the contracts above to reflect the increased costs and allow payment of final invoices.

Although the contingency was not included when the construction contract was awarded, the overall project budget contemplated this expense. The adopted Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-24 Budget includes $3.7 million for the Chase Street Bridge Replacement project (Project No. CIP T-1). Therefore, there is sufficient existing funding for the increased costs above and no additional funding is needed. Since the project is completed, the costs above are the final costs to complete and close out the project, and no additional expenses will be incurred. With approval of the recommended contract amendments and construction contract contingency, staff will process final payments and complete remaining reimbursement requests to Caltrans for receipt of remaining Federal Highway Bridge Program grant funds, which provide most (approximately 88%) of the project funding. The remaining City local share is provided by Gas Tax and Transportation Measure M funds per the adopted FY 2023-24 Budget.

Recommended Council Action
Adopt the resolution.

Alternative Actions
Council discretion.

Financial Impact
Approval of the recommended construction contract contingency and contract amendments increases the total construction phase cost by $162,322.83 (4.7%), from $3,442,770.74 to $3,605,093.57. The adopted FY 2023-24 Budget includes $3,700,058 for the Chase Street Bridge Replacement Project No. CIP T-1, consisting of: 1) $288,713 from Gas Tax; 2) $135,735 from Transportation Measure M; and 3) $3,275,610 from the Federal Highway Bridge Program.

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Environmental Review Status
Environmental Impact Report
Negative Declaration
Exempt
X Not Applicable
Approved/Certified
No Action Required
Action Requested
Attachments
Resolution - Chase Street Bridge
Agreement Amendment No 1 - Ghirardelli Associates, Inc.

Task Order Amendment No. 10 - Consor Engineering
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City of Sonoma
RESOLUTION # ___- 2024

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONOMA APPROVING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT CONTINGENCY IN THE AMOUNT OF $85,524.10 FOR THE CHASE STREET BRIDGE REPLACEMENT PROJECT, FEDERAL PROJECT NO. CML5114(016), CITY PROJECT NO. CIP T-1 (THE “PROJECT”); 2) AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH GHIRARDELLI ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, INSPECTION AND MATERIALS TESTING IN THE AMOUNT OF $52,048.73; AND 3) AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN ADDITIONAL TASK ORDER AMENDMENT NO. 10 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH CONSOR ENGINEERING FOR DESIGN SUPPORT IN THE AMOUNT OF $24,750 WHEREAS, the City Council adopted Resolution # 21-2023 on April 19, 2023, authorizing an agreement with Ghirardelli Associates, Inc., in the amount of $500,692.16 to provide construction management, inspection and materials testing services for the Chase Street Bridge Replacement Project, Federal Project No. CML-5114(016), City Project No. CIP T-1 (the “Project”); and WHEREAS, the final executed agreement with Ghirardelli Associates, Inc., was in the amount of $495,213.64, lower than the authorized maximum amount; and WHEREAS, the City Council adopted Resolution # 33-2023 on May 17, 2023, authorizing an agreement with Granite Construction Company in the amount of $2,871,557.10 to construct the Project; and
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted Resolution # 43-2023 on June 21, 2023, authorizing Task Order Amendment No. 9 with Consor Engineering in the amount of $76,000 to provide design support during construction of the Project: and
WHEREAS, the Project was substantially completed in January 2024, but remaining minor closeout and corrective work was completed on May 8, 2024; and WHEREAS, unanticipated issues were encountered during project construction which increased original estimated costs for construction and supporting construction management and design support services by a total of $162,322.83 as follows: 1) Granite Construction Company contract increase of $85,524.10; 2) Consor Engineering design support contract increase of $24,750; and 3) Ghirardelli Associates, Inc. construction management contract increase of $52,048.73; and WHEREAS, the total cost increase of $162,322.83 represents a 4.7% increase from the original combined amount of $3,442,770.74 to the revised total combined amount of $3,605,093.57; and WHEREAS, there is sufficient existing budget for the revised total amount of $3,605,093.57 since the adopted FY 2023-24 Budget includes $3,700,058 for the Chase Street Bridge Replacement Project No. CIP T-1, consisting of: 1) $288,713 from Gas Tax; 2) $135,735 from Transportation Measure M; and 3) $3,275,610 from the Federal Highway Bridge Program.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to:

1. Approve a Granite Construction Company construction contract contingency in the amount of $85,524.10 for the Chase Street Bridge Replacement Project, Federal Project No. CML5114(016), City Project No. CIP T-1 (the “Project”).

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2. Execute Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Ghirardelli Associates, Inc., for construction management, inspection and materials testing for the Project in the amount of $52,048.73.

3. Execute an additional Task Order Amendment No. 10 to the Agreement with Consor Engineering for design support for the Project in the amount of $24,750.

PASSED AND ADOPTED this 5th day of June 2024 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
________________________________
John Gurney, Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
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CITY OF SONOMA
AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT

CITY OF SONOMA & GHIRARDELLI ASSOCIATES
THIS AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE AGREEMENT is entered into as of the ____ day of June, 2024, by and between the CITY OF SONOMA herein called the “City,” and Ghirardelli Associates, herein called the “Consultant.”
Recitals
WHEREAS, the Parties entered into an Agreement for Consulting Services dated April 26, 2023 for a not-to-exceed Agreement amount of $495,213.64 (“Agreement”); and WHEREAS, the Parties now desire to amend the Agreement for an increase in services provided.

Agreement
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of these recitals and the mutual covenants contained herein, the City and Consultant agree to amend Section 2.7 as follows:

2.7. Contract Value
The total amount payable by City including the fixed fee shall not exceed $547,262.37
Except as modified herein, all other provisions of the Agreement shall remain unchanged and in full force and effect.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City and Consultant have executed this Agreement as of the date first above written.

CITY OF SONOMA
By:

David Guhin, City Manager

CONSULTANT
By:

Printed Name
___________________________________
Title
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Approved as to form:

By:__________________________________
David J. Ruderman, City Attorney
Date:________________________

FOR CITY USE ONLY
Account No. 301-50000-703-70703
Project Manager Mike Berger
Public Works Director
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CONTRACT AMENDMENT #10

PROFESSIONAL DESIGN SERVICES AGREEMENT
DATE: June 5, 2024
AMMENDMENT NO: 10
PROJECT: Chase Street Bridge Replacement Project No. CIP-T1 The following revisions shall be made part of the previously executed agreement for Professional Design Services dated September 16, 2011 between the City of Sonoma herein called the “City”, and Consor (Quincy) Engineering Inc., herein called the “Engineer”. All other parts of the previously signed agreement remain unchanged.

ITEM NO. 1 This work consists of providing additional construction support services related to the barrier on the Chase Street Bridge. Additional work included digital renderings of proposed changes to the railing configuration, color, and texture for evaluation by the City.

This information was used by the City to evaluate and decide on the final aesthetic configuration. Consor provided additional design services for the redesign of the driveway at the northeast corner of the bridge. A change to the curb line was requested that resulted in the redesign of the sidewalk, driveway, and curb & gutter.

Fees:

The fee for the proposed additional services is based on time and materials in accordance with the original agreement and shall not exceed a total of $24,750.00 per proposal by Consor Engineering dated May 15, 2024.

By signing below, the parties agree to the above stated revisions and authorize the work to proceed.

CITY Engineer
David Guhin
City Manager
Consor Engineering, Inc.

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City of Sonoma
Agenda Item Summary
Meeting: City Council - 05 Jun 2024
Department
Planning and Community Services
Staff Contact
Jennifer Gates, AICP, Community Development
Director
Agenda Item Title
An Ordinance to Amend Sonoma Municipal Code Section 19.48.050 (Adjustments to Parking Requirements), 19.48.070 (Development Standards for Parking Facilities), and 19.48.090 (Landscaping of Parking Facilities), and Finding the Proposed Amendments are Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Pursuant to Section 15061(B)(3) – General Rule – of the CEQA Guidelines
Summary
On August 17, 2023, the Planning Commission adopted a an annual workplan for the 2023-24 fiscal year. The Planning Commission identified the need to codify parking standards, simplify parking standards to have one standard for all uses, and to bring the parking standards into alignment with the California Building Code and other neighboring jurisdictions with the intent of reducing impervious surfaces, Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions associated with paving, and allow for more landscaping. The Planning Commission established an Ad Hoc Committee which included Chair Barnett, Commissioner Willers, and Commissioner Wirick who collaborated with staff to review the existing standards, recommendations from the City's consultant W-trans, and neighboring jurisdictions to provide recommendations on revised parking standards. The attached ordinance would establish one parking standard for all uses, codify parking space dimensions, and add shading requirements.

On May 16, 2024, the Planning Commission approved a resolution recommending the City Council to adopt the ordinance as proposed.

The proposed changes are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Pub.

Resources Code, § 21000 et seq.) (“CEQA”) and the State CEQA Guidelines (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 14, § 15000 et seq.), pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061 (B) 3- General Rule.

Recommended Council Action
Introduce an ordinance of the City Council to amend Sonoma Municipal Code Section

19.48.050 (Adjustments to Parking Requirements), 19.48.070 (Development Standards for Parking Facilities), and 19.48.090 (Landscaping of Parking Facilities), and finding the proposed amendments are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(B)(3) – General Rule – of the CEQA Guidelines.

Alternative Actions
Council discretion.

Financial Impact
None.

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Environmental Review Status
Environmental Impact Report
Negative Declaration
Exempt
Not Applicable
Approved/Certified
No Action Required
Action Requested
Attachments
Draft CC Ordinance Parking
Parking Ad Hoc Recommendations
10-H - Parking Standards
Parking Dimension Examples
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CITY OF SONOMA
ORDINANCE NO.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONOMA
AMENDING SECTIONS 19.48.050 (ADJUSTMENTS TO PARKING
REQUIREMENTS), 19.48.070 (DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR PARKING FACILITIES), AND 19.48.090 (LANDSCAPING OF PARKING FACILITIES) OF

THE CITY OF SONOMA MUNICIPAL CODE AND FINDING THIS ACTION IS

EXEMPT FROM FURTHER ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW UNDER THE

GENERAL RULE IN CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(B)(3) THAT CEQA ONLY APPLIES TO

PROJECTS THAT HAVE THE POTENTIAL FOR CAUSING A SIGNIFICANT EFFECT ON THE ENVIRONMENT.

WHEREAS, on May 16, 2024, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to discuss and consider proposed amendments to parking and loading standards to simplify parking standards, provide one standard for all uses, codify parking space dimensions, and add shading requirements; and
WHEREAS, after considering public testimony the Planning Commission recommended the City Council approve a draft Ordinance to amend parking and loading standards; and WHEREAS, the City Council conducted a noticed public hearing on June 5, 2024, to consider amendments to the parking and loading standards in the proposed Ordinance; and WHEREAS, the City Council has duly considered all testimony presented at the public hearings, and the evaluation and recommendations from staff; and WHEREAS, the proposed amendments to the Sonoma Municipal Code set forth hereinbelow are consistent with state law.

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

SECTION 1: The recitals above are each incorporated by reference and adopted as findings by the City Council.

SECTION 2: The following sections of the Sonoma Municipal Code are hereby amended to read as follows (strikeout is used to denote existing text being deleted; underline is used to denote new text being added):

A. Subdivision (A)(1) of Section 19.48.050 (Adjustments to parking requirements) is amended as follows:

19.48.050 Adjustments to parking requirements.

A. General Reduction of Requirements.

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1. Modification of Standards. Except for parking space dimensions governed by SMC

19.48.070, the planning commission may modify the off-street parking requirements outlined in this chapter in compliance with SMC 19.54.050, Exceptions.

B. Subdivisions (A), (B), and (F) of Section 19.48.070 (Development standards for parking facilities) is amended and subdivision (I) of Section 19.48.070 is added as follows:

19.48.070 Development standards for parking facilities.

Parking facilities shall be provided in the following manner:

A. Access. Access to off-street parking areas shall be provided in the following manner:

1. Parking areas shall provide suitable maneuvering room so that vehicles enter an abutting street or alley in a forward direction. The review authority may approve exceptions for single-family homes and duplexes, and for nonresidential uses where parking areas immediately adjoin a public alley.

2. A minimum unobstructed clearance height of 14 feet shall be maintained above vehicle lanes and parking spaces.

B. Parking Space and Driveway Drive Aisle Dimensions. Parking spaces and access driveways shall be dimensioned in compliance with current city standards on file with the city clerk and made a part hereof. Two-way traffic aisles shall have a minimum width of 20 feet.

Parking lots and stalls shall be designed with the following minimum dimensions. No exceptions shall be permitted to these minimum standards except compact spaces shall be allowed.

Angle of Parking Width (W) Length (L) Aisle (A) 2-
way
90 degree 9 feet 18 feet 24 feet
60 degree 9 feet 19 feet 20 feet
45 degree 9 feet 18 feet 20 feet
Parallel 8 feet 22 feet 20 feet
Increased Width. Parking spaces located adjacent to and parallel to a wall or other solid barrier shall be widened by an additional two (2) feet.

Compact parking spaces. No exception to parking space dimensions are allowed except for compact spaces that shall measure no less than eight feet in width by fifteen feet in length. No parallel compact spaces permitted.

Motorcycle parking spaces. Shall measure no less than four feet width by eight feet length. …
F. Striping and Identification. Parking spaces shall be clearly outlined with four-inch wide lines painted on the surface of the parking facility. Every stall designated to accommodate compact cars, motorcycles, handicap or electric vehicle charging shall be clearly marked as such.

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Parking spaces for the disabled shall be striped and marked according to the applicable state and federal standards.
…
I. Electric Vehicle Infrastructure. Electric vehicle infrastructure shall be provided in compliance with the California Building Code CalGreen (Title 24 Regulations) as adopted and amended from time to time under SMC Chapter 14.10.

C. Subdivisions (B) and (H) of Section 19.48.090 (Landscaping of parking facilities) is amended and subdivision (I) of Section 19.48.090 is added as follows:

19.48.090 Landscaping of parking facilities.
…
B. Landscape Materials. Landscaping materials shall be provided throughout the parking lot area using a combination of trees, shrubs and ground cover. Drought-tolerant landscape materials shall be emphasized, consistent with the city’s low-water use landscaping ordinance.

Trees shall be provided throughout the parking area at a rate of one tree for every 10 parking spaces. All trees within the parking area shall be a minimum one-inch caliper size at the time of planting.
…
H. Lighting. Parking areas shall have lighting capable of providing adequate illumination for security and safety. Lighting standards shall be energy-efficient and in scale with the height and use of the on-site structure(s). All illumination, including security lighting, shall be directed downward, away from adjacent properties and public rights-of-way in compliance with SMC 19.40.030, Exterior lighting. A lighting plan, photometric study, and light fixture information shall be required to show compliance with SMC 19.40.030, Exterior lighting.

I. Shading. All new and substantially remodeled, i.e., 50 percent or more of the parking lot , parking lots shall include tree plantings designed to result in 50 percent shading of parking lot surface areas within 15 years. All projects submitted for building shall include a shade plan. The planting plan may be used as the shade plan provided the trees are drawn to scale at the size indicated on the approved shade list, and shade calculations are included. Plans will not be accepted into the building permit plan check process unless these items are included.

Calculations of how these areas meet shade requirements must be shown and all areas and their dimensions used in shading calculations must be shown on the shading and/or landscape planting plan. Exceptions to inclusion in the shading calculation or requiring a shade calculation include:
• Single family and duplex residential parking areas
• Parking structures
• Truck loading areas in front of overhead doors
• Truck maneuvering and parking areas unconnected to and exclusive of any vehicle parking
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• Surfaced areas not to be used for vehicle parking, driving or maneuvering, provided they are made inaccessible to vehicles by a barrier such as bollards, curb, or fencing • Vehicle display, sales, service, and storage areas (parking facilities for these uses are subject to shading requirements)
• Parking areas under covered stalls and in garages
SECTION 3. Findings for Development Code Amendments.

Pursuant to Section 19.86.070(B) of the Sonoma Municipal Code, the proposed amendments of the development code under this ordinance:

A. Are consistent with the goals, policies, and actions of the General Plan.

B. Would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or welfare of the city for the reasons described in the recitals above; C. Comply with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as described in Section 4 below; and
D. Are internally consistent with other applicable provisions of the Sonoma Municipal Code because the amendment would simplify parking standards in the Municipal Code and improve clarity on the development process for staff, applicants, and residents.

SECTION 4. CEQA
This Ordinance has been assessed in accordance with the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the State CEQA Guidelines, and the environmental regulations of the city. City Planning Staff has determined that the adoption and implementation of the Ordinance is exempt from further environmental review under the general rule in California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) that CEQA only applies to projects that have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. As a series of text amendments and additions without any physical project being approved, it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the ordinance will have a significant effect on the environment. The proposed ordinance amendments are therefore exempt from the provisions of CEQA because it does not involve a commitment to any specific project that may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment. The City Council concurs in these findings and adopts them as its own. The City Council, therefore, directs that a Notice of Exemption be filed with the County Clerk of the County of Sonoma in accordance with CEQA Guidelines.

SECTION 5. Severability.

SECTION 6. Effective Date.

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This ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after passage thereof.

SECTION 7. Publication.

This ordinance shall be published in accordance with the provisions of Government Code section 36933, subdivision (c)(1).

SECTION 8. This Ordinance Prevails Where There is Conflict.

To the extent that this Ordinance conflicts with any other provision in the Sonoma Municipal Code or city ordinance (urgency or otherwise), policy or regulation, this Ordinance will control.

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

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City of Sonoma Planning Commission
Parking Ad Hoc Recommendations
Jan 27, 2024
Background:

The City of Sonoma’s Parking Standards are out of step with both state and regional standards. Some matters were updated in 2015, but more work needs to be done. Notably, the current standards (parking stall sizes) are contained within a separate document outside of the City’s Development Code, and referred to therein simply as “current city standards.” This makes it difficult to locate; moreover, that document incorrectly refers to State Standards as well as outdated city regulations.

Objectives:

Bring the city’s parking standards up to date to recognize that since being last updated in 2015 many state laws and regulations have changes that impact the requirements of parking infrastructure.

To address the city’s climate action plan, modify the city’s parking standards to incorporate and support a more integrated approach to GHG impacts, Heat Island Effects, Stormwater Management, and Urban Forrest goals.

Parking Standards:
• Currently the dimension standards are overly complicated and outdated. • State accessible and EVCS (Electric Vehicle Charging Standards) standards are establishing one standard “Full Size” parking stall with the dimensions of 9’ wide x18’ deep.
• Separating standards from the development code leads to internally conflicting documents.
• No current consideration of shading, stormwater management or climate impacts.

Recommendations:

1. Integrate Parking Standards into the Development Code 19.48.070 (B) a. One source of information
b. Avoid conflicts between separate documents (as currently exist) c. Reference CBC (Calif. Bldg. Code) sections for Accessibility and EVCS requirements. i. Do not restate CBC requirements as they change almost every three years.

2. Set a standard minimum parking stall dimension and eliminate the Compact designation. a. Perpendicular 90-degree and Angled: 9’ x 18’. 19.48.070 (B) b. Parallel 8’ x 22’
c. Accessible spaces: Reference CBC 11a and 11b. See 19.48.060 d. EVCS spaces: Reference CBC CalGreen (Title 24 Regulations)

3. Set a minimum aisle space of 24’ for 90-degree spaces. Adjust for angled spaces accordingly.

Action: Amend Development Code
Timing: Immediate
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Parking Exceptions:
• Current parking dimensional standards lead to the request for exceptions. By setting minimum standard parking stall dimensions exception process is eliminated for dimensional standards.
• Current section 19.48.040 establishes the number of spaces required. • Some exceptions allowed by State Law.
• Other exceptions requested on a case by basis.

Recommendations:

1. Dimensional Standards: No Exceptions.

2. Number of Spaces: Exception request allowed per 19.48.050 and 19.54.050. No changes Action: Amend Development Code
Timing: Immediate
In Lieu Fund:

Recommendations:

1. Establish In-Lieu parking program to implement 19.48.050 (C) Action: City Council to establish program.

Timing: As soon as feasible.

Minimum parking standards for Driveways and turn around and back up space:
• These standards are established in the recently revised (2023) section 19.48.070. • Most of the dimensional requirements are direct requirement of the Adopted Fire Safe Standards.

Recommendation:

1. 19.48.070 (B) eliminate reference to “current city standards…”

2. Modify 19.48.070 (B) to include minimum parking space dimensions and minimum aisle dimensions.

Minimum Parking Space Dimensions
Type Space Width Space Depth Maneuvering Space Aisle
90 degree 9 feet 18 feet 24 feet
60 degree 9 feet 19 feet 20 feet
45 degree 9 feet 18 feet 20 feet
Parallel 8 feet 22 feet 20 feet
Action: Amend Development Code
Timing: Immediate
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Parking Lot Landscape Standards 19.48.090:
• This section currently has two standards of spacing for parking lot trees. • 19.48.090 (B) one tree for every 10 parking spaces.
• 19.48.090 (F) one tree every 30 linear feet of landscaped area.

Recommendation:

1. Establish tree canopy cover requirements for parking lots rather than numbers or spacing.

2. See City of Sacramento Parking Lot Tree shading Guidelines. https://www.cityofsacramento.org/-/media/Corporate/Files/Public-Works/MaintenanceServices/ShadingGuidelines2003-(1).pdf?la=en

3. Reference CBC CalGreen parking lot shading requirements.

4. Joint Commission Ad Hoc

5. Input from city Arborist.

Action: Amend Development Code
Timing: As soon as feasible.

Solar Requirements:

Solar collectors are largely becoming a mandatory feature required by the CBC CalGreen.

Recommendation:

1. Reference CBC CalGreen requirements.

2. Enforce by establishing a city required CalGreen tier level.

Action: Not Required
Timing: Already established.

EVCS requirements:

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations are largely becoming a mandatory feature required by the CBC CalGreen.

Recommendation:

1. Reference CBC CalGreen requirements.

2. Enforce by establishing a city required CalGreen tier level.

Action: Not Required
Timing: Already established.

Loading Requirements 19.48.120:

Recommendation: See Below
Action: Not Required
Timing: Recently Revised
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Address Bicycle Circulation and Safety, Electric Scooter / Bike Share:

Recommendation:

1. Not a parking standard issue.

Action: Not Required
Timing:

Parking Standards Defined Uses:

Recommendation: Completed 2023
Action: Not Required
Timing: Recently Revised
Additional Links
Strong Towns Article
https://www.strongtowns.org/journal/2019/10/10/its-not-just-parking-minimums-that-can-shrink Urban Land Institute Parking Policy
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City of Sonoma
Building Department Informational Handout
Parking Standards Handout No: 10
Revised 12/9/21 Bc at Compact Spaces Lc L
L 4 ft. min. 10 ft. Minimum to First Space
E
E Landscaping Strip at Street Keep landscaping to 3 ft. Max. Ht. to Maintain Site Line Visibility Curb, Gutter & Sidewalk (see Standard Plans #108 & #110)
Parking Lot Lighting Accessible Route from Public Sidewalk L
W Lc Wc Driveway (see Standard Plan #112)
- 14 Ft. Min. - One Way Driveway- 24 Ft. Minimum - Two Way Driveway Parallel Parking Directional Arrows Lc
L 6" Curb
E Accessible Parking Tow-away Sign AL 4 ft. min. See Detailed Example on Next Page AL AL AL B at Standard Spaces B32" min.

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4 ft. min. Accessible Route
L
Accessible Parking Tow-away Sign at Parking Lot Entrance Accessible Parking
Signage at Each
Accessible Space AL 4 ft. min. Accessible Route
EVCS Signage at each EVCS Space
EV Charging Station (typ.)
Curb
EVCS Not Regulated
by Accessibility
Requirements
Van
Accessible
EVCS
Car
Accessible
EVCS
Van
Accessible
Parking
Car
Accessible
Parking
4 ft. min.

Landing
4 ft. min.

Landing
3 ft. min.3 ft. min.

Curb
Wheel stop (typ.)
Blue lines at accessible parking and access aisle
3 ft x 3 ft ISA
No Parking Signage AL NOTE: For additional accessibility requirements, see CA Building Code Chapter 11B Parallel Curb Ramp Detectable Warning
3 ft.

Level transition AL 32" min.

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Parking Lot Dimensional Standards
Standard Parking Spaces (min.)
Compact Parking
Spaces (min.)
Accessible Parking
Spaces (min.)
Access
Aisle
(min.)
EVCS
(min.)
Parking
Angle Type of Use D E B W L Bc Wc Lc Ac Av AL AA EVc EVv 0
Parallel
Parking
Commercial
20 ft. 2 ft. 12 ft.
9 ft.
24 ft. 10 ft.

8.5 ft.
22 ft. 9 ft. 12 ft. 18 ft. 5 ft. 9 ft. 12 ft. Industrial 9.5 ft. 9 ft.

Residential 10 ft. 9.5 ft.

Other 9.5 ft. 9 ft.
45
Commercial
17 ft. 2 ft. 15 ft.
9 ft. 20.5 ft.
13 ft.

8.5 ft. 18.5 ft
9 ft. 12 ft. 18 ft. 5 ft. 9 ft. 12 ft. Industrial 9.5 ft. 20.8 ft. 9 ft. 18.8 ft Residential 10 ft. 21.2 ft. 9.5 ft. 19.2 ft
Other 9.5 ft. 20.8 ft. 9 ft. 18.8 ft
60
Commercial
14 ft. 2ft. 19 ft.
9 ft. 21.8 ft.
18 ft.

8.5 ft. 19.8 ft
9 ft. 12 ft. 18 ft. 5 ft. 9 ft. 12 ft.

Industrial 9.5 ft. 22 ft. 9 ft. 20 ft
Residential 10 ft. 22.3 ft. 9.5 ft. 20.3 ft.

Other 9.5 ft. 22 ft. 9 ft. 20 ft.
90
Perpendicular
Parking
Commercial
14 ft. 2ft. 27 ft.
9 ft.
20 ft 25 ft.

8.5 ft.
18 ft. 9 ft. 12 ft. 18 ft. 5 ft. 9 ft. 12 ft. Industrial 9.5 ft. 9 ft.

Residential 10 ft. 9.5 ft.

Other 9.5 ft. 9 ft.

LEGEND
D = Minimum driveway aisle width.

E = Dimension from bumper or curb to items that might become damaged from overhanging vehicles (i.e. light poles, other vehicles, fences, etc.).

B = Minimum backing area dimension for a standard parking space.

W = Minimum width for a standard parking space.

L = Minimum length for standard parking space.

Bc = Minimum backing area dimension for a compact parking space.

Wc = Minimum width for compact parking space.

Lc = Minimum length for compact parking space.

Ac = Minimum width for a car accessible parking space.

Av = Minimum width for a van accessible parking space.

AA = Minimum width for an accessible access aisle. The full width of the access aisle shall extend the full length of the accessible parking space. (NOTE: Where van accessible parking spaces are provided, the accessible access aisle shall be located on the passenger side of the van accessible parking space.)
EVc = Minimum width for a car accessible Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS) space.

EVv = Minimum width for a van accessible parking EVCS space.

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General Parking Notes:

Compact parking spaces. A maximum of 30 percent of the
required parking spaces for multi-family, commercial, and industrial uses may be compact spaces.

Number of handicap-accessible spaces. Parking spaces for the disabled shall be provided in compliance with the California Building Code.

Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Parking. EV Charging Station Parking shall be provided when required by the California Green Building Code. (EV) Charging Station Parking shall be made accessible to the disabled when required by the California Building Code
Access. Parking areas shall provide suitable maneuvering room so that vehicles enter an abutting street or alley in a forward direction.

The review authority may approve exceptions for single-family homes and duplexes, and for nonresidential uses where parking areas immediately adjoin a public alley.

Traffic Aisles. One-way traffic aisles shall be a minimum of 14 feet wide. Two-way traffic aisles shall be a minimum of 20 feet wide.

Clearance Height. A minimum unobstructed clearance height of 14 feet shall be maintained above vehicle lanes and parking spaces.

Parking Angles. Where two parking angles are to be used in a single lot, they shall be located in separate areas of the lot.

Directional arrows and signs. Parking spaces, driveways, circulation aisles, and maneuvering areas shall be clearly marked with directional arrows and lines to ensure the safe and efficient flow of vehicles.

Drainage.

1. Surface water from parking lots shall not drain over sidewalks or adjacent parcels.

2. Parking lots shall be designed in compliance with the storm water quality and quantity standards of the City’s Best Management Practices.

Setback. Uncovered parking spaces shall be set back from any street a minimum distance of five feet. The setback area shall be fully landscaped.

Proximity to Buildings. Parking facilities shall be separated from buildings by a raised walkway, landscape strip, or preferably a combination of both. Situations where parking aisles or spaces directly abut the building are prohibited.

Striping and identification. Parking spaces shall be clearly outlined with 4-inch wide lines painted on the surface of the parking facility. Parking spaces for the disabled shall be striped and marked according to the applicable State and Federal standards.

Surfacing. Parking spaces and maneuvering areas shall be paved and permanently maintained with asphalt, concrete, or other allweather surfacing in compliance with City standards. Alternative surfaces may be allowed subject to the review and approval of the Planning Commission.

Wheel stops/curbing. In parking lots of more than 10 spaces, continuous concrete curbing at least six inches high and six inches wide shall be provided for parking spaces located adjacent to fences, walls, property lines, landscaped areas, and structures.

Individual wheel stops may be provided in lieu of continuous curbing when the parking is adjacent to a landscaped area, and the drainage is directed to the landscaped area.

Walkways. Walkways shall be a minimum of four feet in width, and should be designed to be clearly separate physically (e.g., raised sidewalk) or in appearance (e.g., enhanced paving) from parking or driveway areas, and located in a manner that provides convenient access between the public sidewalk and the use.

Required Landscaping for Parking Facilities:
▪ 1-6 spaces 7% of parking facility shall be landscaped. ▪ 7 or more spaces 12% % of parking facility shall be
landscaped.

Bumper overhang areas. To increase the parking lot landscaped area, a maximum of two feet (2 ft.) of the parking stall depth may be landscaped with low-growth, hearty materials in lieu of paving, allowing a two-foot bumper overhang while maintaining the required parking dimensions. Bumper overhang areas shall not encroach over the required width of a sidewalk.

Parking lot screening. Parking areas adjoining a public street should be designed to provide a five-foot wide landscaped planting strip between the street right-of-way and parking area. The landscaping should be designed and maintained to screen cars from view from the street to a height of 36 inches. Screening materials may include a combination of plant materials, earth berms, wood fences, masonry walls, raised planters, or other screening devices that meet the intent of this requirement. Plant materials, walls, or structures within a traffic safety sight area of a driveway shall not exceed 30 inches in height.

Parking lots adjacent to residential uses. Parking areas for nonresidential uses adjoining residential uses shall provide a landscaped buffer yard between the parking area and the common property line bordering the residential use. A solid masonry wall or wooden fence and landscaping shall be provided along the property line. Trees shall be provided at a rate of one for each 30 linear feet of landscaped area.

Lighting. Parking areas shall have lighting capable of providing adequate illumination for security and safety. Lighting standards shall be energy-efficient and in scale with the height and use of the on-site structure(s). All illumination, including security lighting, shall be directed downward, away from adjacent properties and public rights-of-way (see Development Code Section 19.40.030 Exterior Lighting).

Distance from street corners. Driveways to parking areas, except single-family residential drives, shall be located a minimum of 150 feet from the nearest intersection, as measured from the centerline of the driveway to the centerline of the nearest travel lane of the intersecting street. For parcels with frontages less than 150 feet, the minimum distance shall be 100 feet, unless the City Engineer approves a lesser distance.

Driveway spacing for Single-family and duplex residential development. Driveways shall be separated by at least six feet, unless a shared, single driveway is approved by the City Engineer.

The 6-foot separation does not include the transition or wing sections on each side of the driveway.

Driveway spacing for Multi-family and nonresidential
development. Where two or more driveways serve the same or adjacent multi-family or nonresidential development, the centerlines of the driveways shall be separated by a minimum of 50 feet. Exceptions to this standard shall be subject to the approval of the City Engineer.

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Parking Requirements by Land Use
Sonoma Development Code Table 4-4
Land Use Type:

Manufacturing, Processing, and
Warehousing
Vehicle Spaces Required
General manufacturing,
industrial and processing uses
One space for each 500 sq. ft. of gross floor area for the first 20,000 sq. ft.; and one space for each 1,000 sq. ft. thereafter. The gross floor area may include incidental office space comprising less than 20% of the total gross floor area. Parking requirements for additional office space shall be calculated separately as provided by this table for “Offices.”
Recycling facilities Determined by Use Permit.

Research and development,
laboratories
One space for each 600 sq. ft. of gross floor area, plus one space for each company vehicle.

Warehouses and storage
facilities
One space for each 1,000 sq. ft. of gross floor area. The gross floor area may include incidental office space comprising less than 20% of the total gross floor area. Parking requirements for additional office space shall be calculated separately as provided by this table for “Offices.”
Land Use Type:

Recreation, Education, Public
Assembly
Vehicle Spaces Required
Child day-care centers (nursery
schools)
One space for each 10 children, plus permanent drop-off area as approved by the City Planner.

Large family day-care homes One space for each employee, in addition to the required residential spaces.

Churches, other places of
worship, and mortuaries,
meeting halls, and
performance theaters.

One space for each four seats or one space for each 75 sq. ft. of gross floor area, whichever is greater.

Indoor arcades, amusement
centers
One space for each 250 sq. ft. of gross floor area.

Health/fitness clubs One space for each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area.

Libraries, museums, art
galleries, and similar nonassembly cultural uses.

Determined by Commission based on location, nature, and frequency of use.

Outdoor recreation,
playgrounds, playing fields,
and parks.

Determined by Commission based on location, nature, and frequency of use.

Schools (private)
Elementary/Junior High
Two spaces for each classroom
High School Two spaces for each classroom, plus one space for every seven students Trade and business schools Two spaces for each classroom, plus one space for every two students.

Studios for dance and art One space for each 200 sq. ft. of gross floor area.

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Land Use Type:

Residential Uses
Vehicle Spaces Required
Group quarters (Including
boarding houses, rooming
houses, and dormitories)
One space for each bed, plus one space for each eight beds for guest parking, plus one space for each employee on largest shift.

Duplex housing units One and one-half spaces for each unit.

Mobile homes (in M.H. parks) One space for each mobile home, plus one guest parking space for each four units.

Multi-family dwellings,
condominiums and other
attached dwellings.

One and one-half spaces for each unit with one space for each unit covered, plus guest parking at the rate of 25% of total required spaces.

Mixed-use developments Determined by Use Permit.

Live-Work developments One space per 300 square feet of the area devoted to work space, plus one space for every four units.

Accessory Dwelling Units
(ADU’s)
No parking requirement. (City Ordinance 07-2019)
Secondary residential units
(Does not apply to ADU’s)
Attached: One covered or uncovered space in addition to that required for a singlefamily unit.

Detached: One covered space in addition to that required for a single-family unit.

Senior housing projects One space for each two units with half the spaces covered, plus one guest parking space for each 10 units
Senior congregate care
facilities

0.5 space for each residential unit, plus one space for each four units for guests and employees.

Single-family housing One space in a garage or carport per unit.

Land Use Type:

Retail Trade
Vehicle Spaces Required
Appliance, building materials,
furniture, bulk goods, and plant
nurseries.

One space for each 600 sq. ft. of gross floor area and one space for each company vehicle, plus one space for each 1,000 sq. ft. of outdoor display area.

Automobile, construction
equipment, mobile home,
machinery, and parts sale
One space for each 600 sq. ft. of gross floor area, plus one space for each 3,000 sq. ft. of outdoor display, service area, plus one space for each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area for a parts department, plus one space for each three employees.

Convenience stores One space for each 200 sq. ft. of gross floor area.

Restaurants (except fast food),
cafes, cafeterias, nightclubs,
taverns, lounges or similar
establishments for the
consumption of food and
beverages on the premises.

One space for each four seats. For outdoor seating, no off-street parking shall be required for up to 25% of the approved number of indoor seats.

Retail sales/General
merchandise
One space for each 300 sq. ft. of gross sales area, plus one space for each company vehicle, plus one space for each 1,000 sq. ft. of outdoor display area.

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Land Use Type:

Service Uses
Vehicle Spaces Required
Banks and financial services One space for each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area.

Bed and breakfast
establishment
One space for each guest room, plus one space for resident manager.

Copy and reproduction centers One space for each 400 sq. ft. of gross floor area Consumer products —repair
and maintenance
One space for each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area
Equipment rental One space for each 300 sq. ft. of floor area, plus one space for each 1,000 sq. ft. of outdoor use area.

Hotels and motels One space for each guest room, plus one space for each two employees on the largest shift, plus required spaces for accessory uses.

Medical services, clinics,
medical/dental offices
One space for each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area, plus one space for each employee/staff member.

Extended care (convalescent
hospitals, nursing homes, and
residential care homes)
One space for each four beds the facility is licensed to accommodate Hospitals One space for each patient bed the facility is licensed to accommodate plus required spaces for ancillary uses as determined by the City Planner.

Medical/dental labs One space for each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area.

Offices, administrative,
corporate
One space for each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area.

Pet grooming One space for each 400 sq. ft. of gross floor area.

Personal services:

Barber/beauty shops (and
other personal services)
One space for each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area.

Dry cleaning pick-up facilities One space for each 400 sq. ft. of activity area, plus one space for each 1,000 sq. ft. of storage area.

Laundromats One space for each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area.

Service stations One space for each 300 sq. ft. of gross floor area; plus three spaces for each service bay, plus additional spaces for food service or convenience market.

Storage, personal storage
facilities
Four spaces for manager office.

Vehicle repair and
maintenance/repair garage
Four spaces for each service bay, plus adequate queuing lanes for each bay, plus one space for each two employees on the largest shift.

Full-service vehicle washing 4 spaces, plus 1 space for each wash lane for drying area, plus queuing area for vehicles ahead of each lane.

Vacation Rental One space per bedroom.

Veterinary clinics and hospitals One space for each 400 sq. ft. of gross floor area, plus one space for each 800 sq. ft. of boarding area.

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California Building Code – Typical Accessible Parking
5'-0"
9'-0"
NO
PARKING 18'-0"
Pole-mounted ISA sign with
Minimum Fine and
Van Accessible text
Wheel stop if required to
prevent encroachment
over accessible walkway
12 ft. x 18 ft. min. vanaccessible stall, left of the
access aisle
White or contrasting diagonal stripping at 3'-0"
max. o.c. and white or contrasting 12" height
No Parking text at access aisle.
36 inch square
white ISA symbol
with blue
background
Curb Ramp –
Use least
possible slope.

Down

8.33% Max
Down

8.33% Max 48" min.
48" min. width
walkway.

Post-mounted ISA
parking sign with
Minimum
Fine text
Retaining curb
(if necessary)
4'-0"
min.

Typical Accessible Parking
Blue stripped border at 5'-0" wide access aisle.

Access aisle shall be located on the passenger
side of the van accessible parking space.

Parking stalls and access
aisle with 2% max. slope
in any direction
Curb height

PARKING
ONLY
VAN

ACCESSIBLE

MINIMUM
FINE $250
70 sq. inches min.
sign area with
blue reflectorized
background
3" min. ht.
lettering
Van Accessible
sign where
applicable
Sign Height:
80" Min if within
accessible route;
60" otherwise

UNAUTHORIZED VEHICLES

PARKED IN DESIGNATED

ACCESSIBLE SPACES NOT

DISPLAYING DISTINGUISHING

PLACARDS OR SPECIAL

LICENSE PLATES ISSUED FOR

PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

WILL BE TOWED AWAY AT THE
OWNER S EXPENSE.

TOWED VEHICLES MAY BE

RECLAIMED BY TELEPHONING
707-996-3601
17" Min. 22" Min.

Place sign at
entry of
parking lot.
1" min. ht.
lettering
Place sign at
each parking
stall.

Typical Accessible Parking
Stall Sign
Parking Lot Sign
Blue stripped
12'-0" parking space lines. 3'-0" Min. 3'-0" 2'-0" min. 48" min. widthcurb ramp landing;
2% max. slope in any direction;
36" detectable warning for full width
of landing.

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California Building Code – Typical Accessible EVCS
Accessible Route per CBC 11B-402 18'-0" min.

PARKING EV CHARGING

ONLY EV CHARGING EV CHARGING EV CHARGING ONLY EV CHARGING varies 12'-0" min. 5'-0"min. 9'-0" min varies varies 4'-0" min 1 2 4
7 5
6 10 8 9 10 10
3 Typical Electric Vehicle Charging Station Configuration for Public Use CA Building Code Sections 11B-812 for additional requirements 11 12
KEY LEGEND 32"min
1 30" x 48" clear space for parallel approach (CBC 11B-305.7.2). 2 Electric Vehicle Charging Station (EVCS)(see CBC 11B-228.3 & 11B-812 for requirements). 3 Electric Vehicle Charging Station coupling (nozzle) and conductor. 4 Wheel stop.
6 60" minimum width access aisle located on the passenger side of a van accessible space and at the same level as the adjacent vehicle space. (CBC 11B-812.7)
7 Contrasting border and 36" maximum on center diagonal hatched lines designating the access aisle. Access aisles borderlines and hatched lines for EVCS spaces shall not be blue. (CBC 11B-812.7.2) 5 70 sq. in reflectorized International Symbol of Accessibility (ISA) sign required at van accessible charging station when 5 or more EVCS spaces are provided. Van Accessible sign shall also be provided. (see CBC 11B-812.8 for additional requirements) 8 Minimum 144" wide by 216" long van accessible lined EVCS space (ISA sign and Van Accessible sign required). (CBC 11B-812.6.1 and 11B-812.8)
9 Minimum 108" wide by 216" standard accessible lined EVCS space (ISA sign not required unless 26 or more EVCS are provided). (CBC 11B-812.6.2)
10 EVCS space not regulated by CBC 11B-812.
11 12" high EV CHARGING ONLY surface marking at the end of each EVCS space. (CBC 11B-812.9) 12 12" high NO PARKING surface marking within the access aisle. (CBC 11B-812.7.3) 13 13 Level transition between Eleciric Vehicle Charging Spaces and accessible route.

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Parking Dimensional Standards by Jurisdiction
Full Size 90 degree Standards

90.0 Paved Area
W L Aisle Single Double
Sonoma
https://www.sonomacity.org/documents/10-parking-standards/ Commercial 9.0 20.0 27 423 603
Industrial 9.5 20.0 27 446.5 636.5
Residential 10.0 20.0 27 470 670
Other 9.5 20.0 25 427.5 617.5
Santa Rosa
https://ecode360.com/42981732
Designers Choice 9.0 19.0 26 405 576

9.5 19.0 25 418 598.5

10.0 19.0 23 420 610
Windsor
https://www.townofwindsor.com/DocumentCenter/View/21614/Article-3-Rev-2018-08-20 One Standard Minimum 9.0 20.0 27 423 603
Healdsburg
https://www.codepublishing.com/CA/Healdsburg/html/Healdsburg20/Healdsburg2016.html#20.16.155 One Standard Minimum 9.0 18.0 24 378 540
Petaluma
https://petaluma.municipal.codes/SmartCode/6.10.050
One Standard Minimum 8.5 18.0 22 340 493
City of Napa
https://www.cityofnapa.org/DocumentCenter/View/9158/S-21A-Std-Off-Street-Parking-Requirements One Standard Minimum 9.0 19.0 25 396 567
Cotati
https://www.codepublishing.com/CA/Cotati/html/Cotati17/Cotati1736.html#17.36.090 One Standard minimum 9.0 18.0 24 378 540
Sebastopol
https://sebastopol.municipal.codes/SMC/17.110
Designers Choice 8.5 19.0 27 391 552.5

9.0 19.0 25 396 567

9.5 19.0 24 408.5 589

10.0 19.0 23 420 610
Sacramento
https://library.qcode.us/lib/sacramento_ca/pub/city_code/item/title_17-division_vi-chapter_17_608-17_608_040 One Standard Minimum 8.0 18.0 24
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CA Accessible Parking Stalls
Automobile w 5' aisle 9.0 18.0
Van Space 5 'aisle 12.0 18.0
CalGreen EV Parking Stalls EVCS
https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/CAGBC2022P3/chapter-4-residential-mandatory-measures Full Size 9.0 18.0
Compact 8.0 16.0
Average CA parking space
Avg of all Jurisdictions in California 9.0 18.0 24 378 540 AVG Compact Car Size 6.0 12.0
AVG Mid Size Car 6.0 15.0
AVG Full Size Car 6.5 17.5
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City of Sonoma
Agenda Item Summary
Meeting: City Council - 05 Jun 2024
Department
Planning and Community Services
Staff Contact
Jennifer Gates, AICP, Community Development
Director
Agenda Item Title
Presentation on the City of Sonoma General Plan and Housing Element 2023 Annual Progress Report
Summary
On March 6, 2024, the City Council accepted the City of Sonoma General Plan Annual Progress Report and directed staff to distribute to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) by the deadline of April 1. It was requested at that meeting that staff provide a presentation of the information.

Here is a link to the March 6 staff report and Annual Progress Report that was submitted.

Environmental Review
The content of this presentation is provided for informational purposes only and is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(5), which exempts organizational or administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment. This informational item provides a means to monitor the implementation of the General Plan during the 12-month reporting period.

Recommended Council Action
Receive the presentation.

Alternative Actions
Information only.

Financial Impact
None
Environmental Review Status
Environmental Impact Report
Negative Declaration
Exempt
Not Applicable
Approved/Certified
No Action Required
Action Requested
Attachments
APR Presentation
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2023 General Plan Annual
Progress Report
City Council
June 5, 2024
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Annual Progress Report (APR)
• Required report on status of
General Plan and Housing
Element implementation
• Submitted to HCD and OPR
by April 1
• Covers previous calendar
year (CY)
• Informs OPR of local
planning activities.
• Fulfills statutory
requirements to report
certain housing information
City of Sonoma 2
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General Plan APR
• Provides an overview of what was completed during the Calendar Year 2023 (January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023). • City contracted with De Novo Planning Group to prepare the General Plan Update and associated Environmental Impact Report.
• Joint City Council/Planning Commission kick off meeting on October 11, 2023
• Established General Plan Task Force
• Existing Conditions Report
• Community engagement activities:
– Visioning workshops
– Community Groups meetings
– Farmers Market
City of Sonoma 3
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RHNA Progress
City of Sonoma 4
6 th Cycle Housing Element (2023-2031)
Total Above
Moderate Low Moderate
Extremely
& Very
Low
Income Level
RHNA Allocation 83 48 50 130 311
1 4 (+7) 5 (+3) 10 (+10) Total Units Permitted
(+Projection period)
83 47 39 122 291 Total Remaining
RHNA
7 6 9 98 120 Total Units in
Process
5 th Cycle Housing Element (2015-2023)
Total Above
Moderate Low Moderate
Extremely
& Very
Low
Income Level
RHNA Allocation 24 23 27 63 137
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Housing Applications In
Progress
• Montaldo Apartments – 50 units
– 13 affordable units
• 254 First Street East – 31 units
– 2 affordable units
• 19370 Sonoma Highway – 8 units
– 1 affordable unit
• Hummingbird Cottages -15 units (under construction)
– 3 affordable units
• 1211 Broadway – 6 units (under construction)
– 1 affordable unit
• Sonoma Hotel – 8 units
– 2 affordable unit
• Total: 120 total units
– 22 affordable units
City of Sonoma 5
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Zoning Code Changes
• Residential Component
• Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
amendment
• Parking Code update
• Fire Apparatus Access Roads, Private
Roads, and Driveway Standards
• Design Review streamlining
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Housing In Lieu Fee
Adoption
• Updated analysis to the 2018 housing and
commercial fee study commissioned by
the City of Sonoma
• Adoption of Housing In-Lieu Fees
pursuant to the Inclusionary Housing
Ordinance for fractional inclusionary units
and small residential projects, and
pursuant to the City’s residential
component ordinance
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Homeless Services
• Completed Homeless Strategic Plan
• Allocated funding for HAS (shelter) and
SOS (food)
• Funded a full-time homeless case worker
• Funded part-time By-Name List Manager
• Established Emergency Warming Center
guidelines and awarded contract for center
operator
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2024 Highlights
• General Plan
– Existing Conditions Report
– Draft Land Use Plan
– Stakeholder interviews
• Joint Tree Committee
• Climate Action Policies
• Processing housing developments
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City of Sonoma
Agenda Item Summary
Meeting: City Council - 05 Jun 2024
Department
City Council
Staff Contact
David Guhin, City Manager
Agenda Item Title
City Council Discussion and Consideration of a Ceasefire Resolution Summary
In an effort to address calls for the City Council to make a statement on the conflict between Israel and Gaza, the Mayor and Vice Mayor have drafted a proposed resolution for the City Council’s consideration.

Recommended Council Action
Discuss and consider the draft resolution.

Alternative Actions
Council discretion.

Financial Impact
There are no financial implications from this action.

Environmental Review Status
Environmental Impact Report
Negative Declaration
Exempt
Not Applicable
Approved/Certified
No Action Required
Action Requested
Attachments
Resolution - Ceasefire
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City of Sonoma
RESOLUTION # _______ - 2024

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONOMA

CALLING FOR AN IMMEDIATE CEASEFIRE BETWEEN ISRAEL AND HAMAS TO ENSURE

PROTECTION OF CIVILIANS, AND FACILITATION OF HUMANITARIAN AID WHEREAS, acknowledging the subject matter of this resolution is outside the City of Sonoma’s direct jurisdiction, but conceding the City of Sonoma is sometimes called to make statements outside its normal purview; and
WHEREAS, all human life is precious regardless of faith or ethnicity; and WHEREAS, recognizing the urgent need to end the ongoing hostilities and release of hostages by Hamas, to prevent further loss of life, displacement, and suffering among civilian populations; and
WHEREAS, stressing the importance of the protection of civilians in armed conflict, in accordance with international humanitarian law and human rights law is crucial; and WHEREAS, emphasizing the necessity of ensuring the safe and unimpeded access of humanitarian aid to all affected areas and populations.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the City Council of the City of Sonoma:

1. Calls for an immediate cessation of all hostilities by all parties involved in the conflict and release of hostages taken by Hamas on October 7, 2023.

2. Calls for all parties to respect the principles of international humanitarian law and human rights law, ensuring the protection of civilians, including women, children, and vulnerable groups.

3. Urges all parties to refrain from any actions that would impede the delivery of humanitarian assistance, and to ensure the safe, rapid, and unimpeded passage of humanitarian aid to affected areas and populations.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Clerk is directed to send a copy of this Resolution to the federal elected officials representing the residents of the City of Sonoma: U.S.

Representative Mike Thompson, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla, and U.S. President Joe Biden.

PASSED, RESOLVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Sonoma, on this 5th day of June 2024 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
_________________________________
John Gurney, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________
Rebekah Barr, MMC, City Clerk
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Sonoma City CouncilJune 5, 2024

Sonoma City Council
June 5, 2024