Area, interior and
corner lot
6,000 square feet
Frontage, interior
and corner lot
50 feet
(e) Minimum yard setback requirements.
Front 15 feet
Side and rear yards None; Exceptions:
When property
directly abuts an R
District
Side and rear
abutting
15 feet
(f) Maximum building height and lot coverage.
Lot coverage by
buildings or
structures subject to
all other
requirements
None
Maximum
allowable height
subject to other
requirements
75 feet; provided,
however, additional
height may be allowed
subject to approval by
Special Use Permit
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.1605 Additional requirements.
(a) All uses shall be conducted wholly within a completely enclosed building, except for service sta- tions and off-street parking and loading facilities, recreational facilities, and outdoor restaurants. (b) All portions of the yard not used for access drives, yard storage, or parking shall be landscaped and provided with adequate sprinklers or appropriate automatic irrigation devices. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
Part 17: EM-A-1—Exclusive Agricultural District
14-16.1700 Purpose.
The purpose of the Exclusive Agricultural District is to protect and foster agriculture, to permit all nor- mal uses related to agriculture, and to prohibit those that would be in conflict. Insofar as is practicable, it is the intention to retain solely for agricultural production lands of predominately Class I and Class II soils. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 95 of 191
14-16.1701 Principal permitted uses.
All principal permitted uses shall be subject to the approval of an Administrative Review Permit issued without a public hearing by the Zoning Administrator.
AGRICULTURAL USES
GLU 91 Irrigated agriculture
92 Non-irrigated agriculture
93 Pasture and native grasses
94 Animals, agriculture
95 Reservoirs, water supply
96 Native vegetation, forest, and
brush
97 Lake
98 Wetlands
99 Agricultural testing facilities
09 Farmworker dwelling unit
NONAGRICULTURAL USES
GLU 01 Single-family dwelling unit
07 Foster home
724 Pre-school day care for less than
six (6) children
01 Living quarters of persons
regularly employed on the
premises~
Exclusions: 05: labor camps, labor
dwellings, or other
accommodations or areas for
transient labor
— Home occupation
115 Barns, storage buildings
1982 Fruit packing, drying and storage
sheds
9130 Greenhouses of 500 square feet or
less
6915 Offices incidental and necessary
to
conduct a permitted use
5499 Stands limited to the display and
sale of
agricultural commodities
produced on
the premises. Such stands shall not
exEXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 96 of 191
ceed 400 square feet in area
152 Storage tanks and pumps for fuel
8611 Facilities for fish and wildlife
enhancement and preservation
872
ment and preservation
Pool, swimming, nonprofit
6325 Private garages and off-street
parking areas
4 Public utility facilities, structure
and
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.1702 Conditional uses.
The following usesshall be subject to the approval of a Special Use Permit issued through the public hearing process by the Commission:
DLU 9130 Greenhouses in excess of 500
square feet
05 Farmworker housing labor camp
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.1703 District regulations.
The following regulations shall be observed in the Exclusive Agricultural District for the use proposed, except as otherwise provided in this title or as modified by Conditional Use Permit:
Height Regulations: No structure shall exceed thirty-five (35') feet in height.
Site and Building
Requirements
Each
S.F.D.U.
Accessory
Buildings
Site
Lot Width Minimum 300 feet,
unless
exception
granted
Distance to any street 20ft.
minimum
20ft.
minimum
Distance between
structures
As allowed
by Uniform
Building
As allowed
by Uniform
Building
Front yard
Code
20 feet
Code
20 feet
Interior Side Yard
Rear Yard
5 feet
20feet
5 feet
*See Note
*Note: Accessory buildings shall not occupy more than fifty (50%) percent of the area of required rear yard.
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 97 of 191
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
Part 18: EM-A-2 Interim Agricultural District
14-16.1800 Purpose.
The purpose of the Interim Agricultural District is to preserve land in interim agricultural use and protect against premature urban development. which are presently unneeded, and for which it may be un economic to provide urban services.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.1801 Principal permitted uses.
All principal permitted and accessory uses shall be subject to the approval of an Administrative Review Permit issued without a public hearing by the Zoning Administrator. 115Barns, stables
1982Fruit packing, drying, and
storage sheds
9130Greenhouses of 500 square feet
or less
846Aviaries and apiaries
94Domesticated wild animals, i.e.,
bison, etc.
Home occupation
6915Offices incidental and necessary
to conduct a permitted use
5499Stands limited to the display
and sales of agricultural
commodities produced on the
premises. Stands shall not
exceed 1,000 square feet of
gross floor area and shall be set
back twenty (20') feet from all
street or lot lines
152Storage tanks and pumps for
fuel
01One-family dwelling of the
owner or lessee of the land or
any employee or an employee of
the owner or lessee of the
land upon which the use or
permitted use is carried on
07Foster home
724Pre-school daycare for less
than six (6) children
8611Facilities for fish and wildlife
enhancement and preservation
872Pool, swimming, nonprofit
05Farmworker dwelling unit
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.1802 Conditional uses.
The following uses shall be subject to the approval of a Special Use Permit issued through the public hearing process by the Commission:
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 98 of 191
Minimum
Required
Acreage
DLU 9130 Agriculture within structures,
e.g., nurseries, mushrooms
(over 500 square feet)
2 081 Temporary (not more than
three (3) years) use of a mobile
home or travel trailer for
caretaker or watchman in
isolated areas
5 01 Servants' quarters 1
59161Commercial feed lot 1
05 Farmworker housing labor
quarters
10 01 Caretaker's quarters
(permanent structure)
1 473 Flood control works,
including channel rectification
and alteration, streets,
highways, dams, canals, and
aqueducts of any public water
project
DLU 724 Pre-school day care for (6) six
or more children
197 Kennels 2
05 Labor camp 10
242 Lumber mill 20
1244 Poultry and other Fowl in
excess of 100 acres 2½
4 Public utility facilities,
structures, and uses
855 Riding academies, public
stables,
guest ranch
2 9425 Small animals in excess of
100 acres (e.g., rabbits,
hamsters, guinea pigs,
chinchilla, mink)
2½
197 Small animal hospital ½
197 Veterinary office ½
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 99 of 191
843 Zoo and natural science
museum
2½
20 Processing of products
produced on the premises
5 85 Outdoor recreation areas,
uses, and facilities, including
country clubs, swimming
pools, and golf courses
90 Mines, quarries, and gravel
pits
4582 Private airports and landing
strips
7 Public and quasi-public
buildings or structures and
uses of an administrative,
cultural, or public service type
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.1803 District regulations.
The following regulationsshall be observed in the Interim Agricultural District for the use proposed, except as otherwise provided in this title or as modified by Conditional Use Permit:
Height Regulations: No structure shall exceed thirty-five (35') feet in height.
Site and
Building
Requirements
Each
S.F.D.U.
Accessory
Buildings
Site
Lot Area,
Minimum
1 Acre 5 Acres,
unless
exception
granted 330
feet, unless
exception
granted
Lot Width,
Minimum
Distance to any
street
20 feet
As allowed
by Uniform
Building
Code
20 feet
As allowed
by Uniform
Building
Code Distance
between
structures
Front Yard 20 feet 20 feet
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 100 of 191
Interior Side
Yard
5 feet 5 feet
Rear Yard 20 feet *See Note
*Note: Accessory buildings shall not occupy more than fifty (50%) percent of the area of requiredthe required yard.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
Part 19: EM-OS -Open Space District (Privately-Owned Lands) 14-16.1900 Purpose.
The purpose of the Open Space District (Privately Owned Lands) isto provide regulations pertaining to privately owned lands which, because of poor drain age, danger of flooding, danger of land slippage or seismic action, danger of liquefaction, excessive slope, or similar reason related to the physiographic condition of the land, are unsuited or unsafe for intensive human use. The EM-OS District isintended to be located at those places indicated in the environmental constraint maps. Redistricting may also occur within any project area in the event field conditions would so indicate. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.1901 Principal permitted uses.
All principal permitted and accessory usesshall be subject to the approval of an AdministrativeReview.
Permit issued without a public hearing by the Zoning Administrator.
GLU 91 Irrigated agriculture
Exclusions: 913 Greenhouses in
excess
of 500 square feet
92 Non-irrigated agriculture
93 Pasture and native vegetation
94 Animals, agriculture
95 Reservoirs, water supply
96 Native vegetation, forest, and
brush
97 Lake, river, stream
98 Slough, marsh
NONAGRICULTURAL USES
GLU Accessory buildings and
accessory uses related to
products produced on premises
115 Barns, storage buildings,
maximum ground floor area
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 101 of 191
1,000 square feet
8611 Facilities for fish and wildlife
enhancement and preservation
Open space credited to adjacent
cluster Development
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.1902 Conditional uses.
The following usesshall be subject to the approval of a Special Use Permit issued through the public hearing process by the Commission:
658 Trails, commercial pedestrian,
equestrian, or bicycle,
commercial
854 Park, picnic grounds,
commercial or private
855 Riding academy, commercial or
private
87 Private nonprofit facilities
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.1903 District regulations.
The following regulationsshall be observed in the Open Space District (Privately-Owned Lands) for the use proposed, except as otherwise provided in this title or as modified by Special Use Permit:
(a) Distances of structures to any street or alley or property line: 20 feet Distance between structures: As allowed by Uniform Building Code Height limitation: 25 feet
(b) Density credit. That portion of the area of any parcel which is included in the EM-OS District shall be counted at twenty (20%) percent of its actual area in square feet for the purpose of determining the number of dwelling units permitted on the balance of the parcel lying outside the EM-OS District, or, if the balance of the parcel lies in a commercial or industrial district, the area within the EM-OS District shall be counted at twenty (20%) percent of its actual area for the purpose of determining the permitted commercial or industrial development.
Should any parcel lie partially within the EM-OS District, and partially within a single-family zoning district, the number of dwelling units permitted shall be determined in accordance with the provisions above. The subdivision shall be so designed as to cluster the permitted dwelling units on the portion of the parcel lying in the single-family zoning district. The portion of the parcel lying within the EM-OS District shall be used only for a use listed above, or may be dedicated to the City in satisfaction, or partial satisfaction, of the requirements of the Land Dedication Ordinance.
Should any parcel lie partially within the EM-OS District, and partially within a multi-family zoning district, the number of dwelling units permitted shall be determined in accordance with the provisions above. The Site Plan Review required for all multi family development shall, in addition to determining conformity with the adopted guidelines ofstandards, insure that no dwelling units will lie within the boundaries of the EM-OS District and only the uses listed above are established on such
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 102 of 191
lands.
Should any parcel lie partially within the EM-OS District and partially within any district other than a residential district, the uses permitted on such portion shall be those permitted in said district, except that the total area of the parcel as provided above may be taken into consideration in the Site Plan Review process in determining the quantity or extent of the uses permitted. The Site Plan Review shall insureensure that only those uses listed above are established on that portion of the site lying within the EM-OS District.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
Part 20: EM-HP - Historical Preservation District
(For Future Enactment)
Part 21: EM-SC-Special Condition District
14-16.2100 Purpose.
The purpose of the Special Condition District is to establish provisions whereby the special or unique needs or characteristics of particular districts, or the uses proposed therein, may be met, and to assure a harmonious relationship between the existing and proposed uses in all areas, and to coordinate and promote the community improvement efforts of both private and public sources. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.2101 General provisions.
In considering any proposed amendment, the Commission may recommend and the Council may impose conditions to any zoning classification of property where it is found that such conditions must be imposed so as not to create problems inimical to the public health, safety, and general welfare of the City, or to assure that uses made of property so reclassified are consistent with, and not detrimental to, the uses of adjacent or nearby property, and to assure the adequacy of public facilities which may be required by reason of the development of any such use.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.2102 Applicability2102 Applicability .
In any district to which special conditions have been applied (designated by the letter ••x" on the Zoning Map),such conditions shall be fully set forth as a part of the ordinance adopting and establishing such district. When so designated, no development shall take place and no permits shall be issued for such within such district until all special conditions have been complied with and the "X" designation has been removed from the Zoning Map; provided, however,such development and/or improvements as have been required by the special conditions shall be permitted.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.2103 Removal of ''X'' designation.
Upon compliance with all of the provisions and requirements of the special conditions, the City Clerk shall cause the "X" designation to be removed from the Zoning Map, and the district designation shall revert to the zone to which the area was reclassified, and development may take place in accordance with the provisions of the zoning classification.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 103 of 191
Part 22: EM-F-Flood Protection District
14-16.2200 Purpose.
The purpose of the Flood Protection District is to establish regulations to those areas subject to being inundated by a 100-yearflood in orderto prevent loss of life and property damage and to prevent or minimize unnecessary interference with the flow of flood waters in the flood channel. The regulations of the EM-F district shall supplement the requirements of the zoning district otherwise applying to land lying within the EM-F District.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.2201 General provisions.
Reference is made to Chapter 2 of Title 9 of this Code entitled "Flood Damage Prevention", as amended from time to time, which provides administrative procedures for the establishment of a flood damage prevention development permit required for any development proposed on lands designated as being within established areas of special flood hazard.
The area of any EM-F District shall be further subdivided into two (2) districts as follows:
(a) The Floodway District shall include the normal channel of any stream included within an EM-F District, plus any additional land lying outside of the banks of the stream which is necessary to safely convey the 100-year flood as designated on official Federal Insurance Administration Rate maps. On the Zoning Map that portion of the EM-F District including the flood channel shall be designated by the initials FW.
(b) The Flood Plain District shall be all the land subject to inundation by a 100-year flood, except that land included in the Floodway District. On the Zoning Map that portion of the EM-F District outside the flood channel shall be designated by the initials FP.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980, as amended by § 9, Ord. 659-84 C-M, eff. December 27, 1984)
14-16.2202 Regulations: FW-Floodway District.
(a) Any of the following uses, provided they are listed as Principal Usesin the underlying zoning district, shall be deemed to be permitted principal uses in the Floodway District of the EM-F District:
(1) Agriculture;
(2) Open air private and public recreation facili ties not requiring major structures; (3) Loading and unloading areas and parking lots provided there shall be no buildings or structures; and
(4) Storage yards for equipment or materials not subject to substantial damage by flood and not subject to flotation or movement. (b) Any use listed as a principal or conditional use in the underlying zoning district, but not included in the uses listed in subsection (a) of this section, may be permitted as a conditional use in the Floodway Districtsubject to securing a Special Use Permit and subject to the following regulations:
(1) Structuresshall be set back at least twenty-five (25') feet from the top of the natural or improved stream bank.
(2) Special design and/or flood-control works shall be employed to render the structures and/or building sites free from the effects of bank erosion and so as not to otherwise constitute a threat to life or property.14-16.2203.
(3) The ground floor level ofsuch structuresshall be to or above the 100-year flood profile level. (4) Such uses will not increase the flood hazard, or increase the possibility or rate of erosion, or in any
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 104 of 191
way impair the carrying capacity of the flood channel as determined by the Federal Emergency Manage ment Agency (FEMA) and applicable Federal regulations. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980, as amended by§ 10, Ord. 659-84 C-M, eff. December 27, 1984)
14-16.2203 Regulations: FP Flood Plain District.
(a) Any use listed as a principal use in the Flood way District of the EM-F District shall be deemed a principal permitted use in the Flood Plain District provided it is included as a principal use in the underlying zoning district.
(b) Any use customarily accessory to a permitted principal use shall be deemed to be a permitted accessory use provided it does not require the construction of a permanent building or, if such a building isrequired, that itsfloor level be to or above the 100-year flood profile level. (c) Any other use listed as a principal or con ditional use in the underlying zoning district may be permitted as a conditional use in the Flood Plain District of the EM-F District subject to securing a Special Use Permit and subject to the following regulations:
(1) The ground floor level of any structure shall be to or above the 100-year storm profile level. (2) All building foundations and utilitiesshall be constructed to withstand water pressure shown by competent engineering data to be necessary for the public safety and the preservation of property. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980, as amended by§ 11, Ord. 659-84 C-M, eff. December 27, 1984)
Part 23: EM-SS - Seismic Safety District
14-16.2300 Purpose.
The purpose of the Seismic Safety District is to implement theSeismic Safety Element of theGeneral Plan and the Alquist-Priolo Special Studies Zone Act and to reduce the loss of life, injury, and damage to public and private property and government costsfor disaster relief associated with geologic hazards. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.2301 Designation.
The EM-SS overlay district shall be combined with the underlying district currently in effect. The EM-SS overlay district shall be designated by the use of the letters EM-SS following the underlying zoning designation.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.2302 Application of regulations.
The provisions of the EM-SS District shall be in addition to those of the underlying district. If any of the regulations of the underlying district are less restrictive than the regulations of the EM-SS overlay district, then the regulations of the EM-SS District shall govern. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.2303 Uses.
(a) Permitted uses. All uses allowed in the under lying district, with the exception of those listed in subsection (b) of this section as conditional uses, shall be permitted subject to the regulations of the EM-SS District.
(b) Conditional uses. Critical structures (see ref erence material for definition) shall not be permitted in the Zayante Fault Zone or the "A" Liquefaction Zone unless a Special Use Permit is granted in accordance with the underlying district regulations. In addition to the findings required, the Zoning Admin istrator or Commission shall find that alternative locations not subject to geologic hazards are
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 105 of 191
not available and that the proposed use is vital to the provisions of necessary public services before such use is approved.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.2304 Geologic reports.
Geologic reports shall be in sufficient detail to meet the criteria and policies established by the State Mining and Geology Board for individual parcels of land. Geologic reports shall be required prior to development as follows:
(a) Zayante Fault Zone. Permit applications for subdivisions, minor land divisions, critical structures, and structures for human occupancy other than building permit applications for a single-family wood frame dwelling not exceeding two (2) stories within the 2.Zayante Fault Zone shall be accompanied by a geologic report.
(b) "A" Liquefaction Zone. Permit applications for subdivisions, minor land divisions, critical structures, and structures for human occupancy other than building permit applications for a single-family wood frame dwelling not exceeding two (2) stories within the "A" Liquefaction Zone shall be accompanied by a geologic report.
(c) "B" Liquefaction Zone. Permit applications for critical structures within the "B" Liquefaction Zone shall be accompanied by a geologic report.
The Planning Director may waive a requirement for a geologic report if sufficient geologic informa tion is on file.
Geologic reports shall be reviewed for adequacy, if necessary, by a geologist retained by the City. Based on the geologic report, the decision-making body shall determine the specific geologic hazard at the site and shall evaluate the suitability of the pro posed use in relation to the hazard. In granting any pennitpermit, the decision-making body shall attach such conditions as may be deemed necessary to fulfill the purposes of the district. Such conditions may include, but shall not be limited to, alternative locations of structures, special foundation design, and special structural design or equipment which will facilitate restoration of utility service in the event of dis placement. A permit shall be denied if the decisionmaking body finds that the site is unsuitable for the proposed use because of geologic hazards which cannot be mitigated.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.2305 Setbacks.
No structure for human occupancy subject to the geologic report requirement shall be pennitted permitted within fifty (50') feet of the tract of an active or potentially active fault. Criticalstructures, other than major utili ty transmission lines, shall be permitted within 100 feet of the tract of an active or potentially active fault. These setback requirements may be waived only if the geologic report has satisfactorily demonstrated that the fault is inactive. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.2306 Existing structures.
Alterations or additions to any structure pennitted permitted in the Seismic Safety District, the value of which does not exceed fifty (50%) percent of the value of the structure,shall be exempt from the regulations of the Seismic Safety District. Structural alterations or additions to any structure requiring a Use Pennit Permit under this district shall be subject to the regulations of this district. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 106 of 191
Part 24: EM-H - Hillside District
14-16.2400 Purpose.
The purpose of the Hillside District is to place special controls on proposed development, public or private, within hillside areas which have an average natural slope greater than fifteen (15%) percent in order:
(a) To preserve and enhance hillsides as a fragile resource; (b) To protect people and property from potentially hazardous conditions particular to hillsides; (c) To encourage innovative designsfor difficult sites; (d) To enhance the beauty of the City'slandscape;
(e) To provide density, grading, and land use cri teria that will assure the best possible treatment of the hillsides,• natural features and open space;
(f) To reduce excessive padding or terracing of building sites on the hillsides; (g) To provide safe and functional ingress and egress of vehicular, pedestrian, and bicycle traffic to and within hillside areas;
(h) To provide for access by emergency vehicles necessary to serve the hillside areas; and (i) To encourage the concentration of dwellings and other structures by clustering and/or high rise on small areas, thereby preserving hillsides in their natural state. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-16.2401 General provisions.
The following regulations shall apply to the EM H District. Where conflicts in regulations occur, the regulations set forth in this part shall apply:
(a) Slope/natural state requirements. All proposed developments in the EM-H District shall calculate the maximum percentage of the property which shall remain undisturbed by any building or grading, utilizing the following formula:
Percent Average slope = 100 CL where:
A
C is the contour interval, in feet
L is the combined length ofsuch contours, in feet
A is the area of the property in square feet.
The percent of average slope shall be certified by a registered civil engineer. Once the percent of average slope is determined, that percentage of the parcel which shall remain undisturbed can be determined by using the following graph:
(b) Maintenance of open space. Open space areas which are under private ownership shall in clude covenants and restrictions placed on such properties requiring the owners to conduct annual inspections, consisting of clearance of adequate fire breaks and replanting where necessary to protect bare soil from erosion.
(c) Parking standards. Parking standards may be subject to modification by the decision-maker where the parking in the proposal will satisfy the intent of providing safe adequate parking. Parking in bays may be provided in lieu of on-street park ing:
(1) Between dwellings of clusters of dwellings;
(2) In the center of cul-de-sac turnarounds; and
(3) Behind dwellings.
(d) Street requirements. The width of streets and street designs shall be constructed in accordance with the standards established by the Council as adopted by resolution. (e) Pre-submission conferences. Prior to the submission of proposed plans, the applicant shall schedule a
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 107 of 191
meeting with planning staff membersto discuss the requirements of the Hillside District. At this meeting the applicant shall be prepared to pre sent the following information about his develop ment:
(1) Outline and size of parcel;
(2) Percent average slope;
(3) Location and percent coverage by buildings, parking, private drives, and other improvements, including any necessary grading; and
(4) Area to remain undisturbed.
(f) Design standards. Design modifications, such as clustering or grouping of buildings on the flatsection of parcels, shall be encouraged to reduce necessary grading to a minimum. In no case shall disturbed areas exceed that allowed by the slope/ natural state requirements of this title. (g) Lots of record. Any lot of record within the Hillside District prior to the enactment of this title shall be permitted at least one dwelling unit.
(h) Findings required. No development in the EM-H District shall be approved unless a finding is that the development conforms to the provisions of this title.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
Part 25: PD - Planned Development District*
* Former Pan 25, Planned Development Residential District, codified from Ordinance No. 714-86 C-M, as amended by Ordinance No. 812-89, effective August 10, 1989, repealed and replaced in its entirety by Ordinance No. 918-93 C-M, effective April 8, 1993.
14-16.2500 Purpose.
The purpose of the Planned Development Dis trict isto provide a technique to foster development plans for eligible lands which serve public object ives more fully than development plans permitted under conventional zoning regulations; and to establish criteria for identifying those parcels of land which are eligible for the special procedures available for creative development plans requiring special review and approval procedures.
(§ I, Ord. 918-93 C-M, eff. April 8, 1993)
14-16.2501 Designation.
The Planned Development District (PD) shall be combined with the underlying residential, com mercial, or industrial districts currently in effect. The PD overlay district shall be designated by the use of the letters PD following the underlying zoning designation. The regulations of the under lying district may be superseded, modified or amended upon approval of the planned develop ment as provided in this part. (§ I, Ord. 918-93 C-M, eff. April 8, 1993)
14-16.2502 Intent.
The intent of this overlay district isto insureensure that:
(a) Planned development zoning will be granted only where the subject parcel is large enough to make innovative and creative site planning possible;
(b) Applicants shall have the professional capa- bility to produce a creative plan; (c) The public interest in achieving goals stated in the General Plan will be served more fully through the planned development process rather than through application of conventional district regulations; (d) The advantages to landowners afforded by the planned development process will be balanced by public benefits;
(e) Natural or man-made features and resources of the site such as topography, trees, watercourses, and the like are preserved; and
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 108 of 191
(f) A Planned Development Overlay District shall only be allowed in any existing zoning districts. (§ I, Ord. 918-93 C-M, eff. April 8, 1993)
14-16.2503 Modified regulations.
A Planned Development District may provide for modifications on district regulations, where appropriate, in the following areas:
(a) Building setbacks;
(b) Street standards;
(c) Lot coverage;
(d) Parking and loading;
(e) Landscaping;
(f) Open space;
(g) Lot area;
(h) Height;
(i) Density (units/acre); and
(j) Use.
(§ 1, Ord. 918-93 C-M, eff. April 8, 1993)
14-16.2504 Eligibility criteria.
An applicant for a Planned Development District must demonstrate the following before the application may be heard:
(a) Land area. The land subject to planned development applications comprises one acre or more of buildable land.
(b) Land ownership. The applicant owns or con trols the land subject to the Planned Development zoning application.
(c) Development team. A development team of design professionals (architect, landscape architect, planner, civil engineer, soils engineer, solar energy expert, as appropriate) with the expertise and experience to carry out the intent of the permit has been engaged. (d) Justification. All aspects of the proposed development which represent a departure from strict application of district regulations shall be explained in the application and reasons given why the proposed development plan affords greater public benefitsthan would be achieved through application of conventional zoning regulations.
(§ 1, Ord. 918-93 C-M, eff. April 8, 1993)
14-16.2505 General procedure.
(a) Process. Generally, utilization of the Planned Development District zone will involve the follow ing process: general development plan and PD zoning approval at public hearings by Planning Commission and City Council; specific develop ment plan approval through special use permit issued by the City Council at public hearing; issuance of building permits. (b) Phased Development. A proposed phased development shall be accompanied by a schedule establishing approximate dates when each phase shall be complete. Each phase of a phased development shall be independently self-sufficient, and include at least its pro rata share of total planned common space, facilities, and services.
(c) Provision, operation and maintenance of common areas. Where common areas of facilities are proposed, an operation and maintenance pro gram shall be prepared prior to the issuance of the
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 109 of 191
planned development permit.
(d) Applicable district regulations. Regulations and standards of the underlying district shall apply except where departures from strict application of district regulations are authorized by the planned development permit.
(e) Legal advertising. All aspects of a proposed
(f)(e) project which represents a departure from district regulationsshall be set forth in the legal advertising of such proposed project.
(§ 1, Ord. 918-93 C-M, eff. April 8, 1993)
14-16.2506 Adopting planned development residential combining district.
General development plan required. An application for adopting a PDdistrictshall be accompanied by a graphic general development plan which, if approved by the Planning Commission and City Council, shall become a part of the zoning map.
(a) The graphic general development plan shall show the following information presented in graph ic and schematic form and at a scale satisfactory to the Zoning Administrator with a reduced reproduc ible print of the approved drawing suitable to the Zoning Administrator for publication purposes. (1) Proposed land uses;
(2) Location of buildings, structures and build ing groups; (3) A tabulation of proposed dwelling unit density in residential areas; (4) Proposed circulation systems including pre liminary street cross-sections; (5) Proposed parks, playgrounds, school sites and other open spaces; (6) Location and type of existing and proposed landscaping, and identification of any existing trees to be removed;
(7) An economic feasibility analysis of proposed mixed uses; (8) Development phasing for entire project;
(9) Relation to future land uses in surrounding area as proposed in the general plan; (10) Proposed off-street parking (ratio, locations, total number of spaces); (11) Any additional data required by the Zoning Administrator as necessary to analyze the rezoning application;
(12) Elevations and perspective drawings of all proposed structures, such drawings need not be the result of the final architectural decisions and need not be in detail; the purpose of such drawings is to indicate within stated limits the height of the proposed buildings and the general appearance of the proposed structure, to the end that the entire development will have architectural unity and be in harmony with surrounding developments; and (13) A written statement regarding all aspects of the proposed development which represent a depar ture from strict application of district regulations, including explanations and reasons why the proposed development plan affords greater public benefitsthan would be achieved through application of conventional district regulations.
(b) A PD District initiated by the Planning Commission or City Council will require a graphic general development plan only ifso determined by the initiating body. In such cases the initiating body may require a graphic general development plan which contains all or only part of the required information as outlined in subsection (a) of this section. (c) The Planning Commission and City Council may require such other information which, combined with the original information submitted,shall be for the purpose of ascertaining substantial conformity with the General Plan, and with the sur rounding area. (§ 1, Ord. 918-93 C-M, eff. April 8, 1993)
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 110 of 191
14-16.2507 Adoptions.
(a) Adoption of a Planned Development District shall be conducted according to procedure established in Part 10, Chapter 14-10 of this Code.
(b) Recommendation by the Planning Commis sion, adoption by Ordinance of a Planned Develop ment District by the City Council, and issuance of a special use permit by the City Council after adop tion of a Planned Development Districtshall in each instance be passed by at least five (5) affirmative votes. (§ 1, Ord. 918-93 C-M, eff. April 8, 1993)
14-16.2508 Criteria for approval.
Before recommending or approving any Planned Development District and related development plan, the Planning Commission and the City Council shall find that:
(a) The District is:
(1) Consistent with the General Plan and/or the Local Coastal Land Use Plan, and/or adopted area plans when applicable; and
(2) Consistent with the purposes of this chapter and other applicable sections of this title. (b) The General Development Plan:
(1) Includes planned variations to underlying district regulations which serve public purposes to an equivalent or higher degree than would underlying district regulations; (2) Can be coordinated with existing and pro posed development of surrounding areas; (3) Overall, provides an amenity level and amount of open space greater than what would have been permitted by the underlying district regulations;
(4) If applicable, a final subdivision map for the proposed planned development shall be recorded within two (2) years of the expected date of adoption of the General Development Plan for the planned development;
(5) Is planned so that the total development in each individual development phase can exist as an independent unit; adequate assurance will be pro vided that such objective will be attained; that the uses proposed will not be detrimental to present and planned surrounding uses, asshown in the General Plan, but will have a beneficial effect which could not be achieved without being located in a PD District;
(6) Includes streets and thoroughfares, suitable and adequate to carry anticipated traffic, and the proposed densities will not generate traffic in such amounts as to overload the street network outside the development;
(7) Is designed so that existing or proposed utility services and facilities and other public improvements are adequate for the population densities and land uses proposed; (8) Is designed so that proposed ratios for off street parking are consistent with parking regulations; (9) Will not have a detrimental and unmitigatableunmitigable financial impact on the City. (§ 1, Ord. 918-93 C-M, eff. April 8, 1993)
14-16.2509 Special use permit required.
After adoption of a Planned Development District, a special use permit issued by the City Council after public hearing, shall be required for any and all used in a PD District. Application for a special use permit shall be made no later than six (6) months after the PD District becomes effective.
Failure to file a complete special use permit application will result in the expiration of the PD District as approved by the City Council, unless an extension in time is granted by the City Council. (§ 1, Ord. 918-93 C-M, eff. April 8, 1993)
14-16.2510 Specific development plan required.
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 111 of 191
An application for a special use permit in a PD District shall include and be accompanied by a specific development plan which, if approved by the City Council, shall become a part of the use permit. (a) The specific development plan shall include:
(1) A map showing the existing topography and the proposed topography of the development at one foot contour intervals;
(2) A map showing;
(i) Any street system and lot design proposed with the development; (ii) Vehicular/pedestrian/bicycle circulation; (iii)Parking areas and proposed parking ratios (iii)(off-street/on-street), all parking aisles, stall and curve radii dimensions and landscaped areas; (iv)Any areas proposed to be dedicated or re served for parks, parkways, playgrounds, school sites, public buildings and other such uses;
(v) Landscaped public open space;
(vi)Landscaped private open space;
(3) A plot plan for each building site or sites showing the approximate location of all proposed buildings indicating distances between buildings, structures and property lines; (4) A detailed tabulation of the resultant densi ties of persons and dwelling units; (5) A written statement regarding all aspects of the proposed development which represent a depar ture from strict application of district regulations, including explanations and reasons why the proposed development plan affords greater public benefitsthan would be achieved through application of conventional zoning regulations;
(6) Any or all of the following plans, diagrams and information shall also be required, to be included when appropriate on the plot plan or appended thereto:
(i) Off-street parking and loading plan;
(ii) A circulation diagram indicating the pro posed movement of vehicles, goods and pedestrians within the PD District, and to and from adjacent public thoroughfares. Any special engineering features and traffic regulation devices needed to facilitate or insureensure the safety of the circulation pattern shall be shown;
(iii)Landscaping and tree planting plan showing the approximate location and type of plan materials to be installed;
(iv)Engineering site plans including detailing proposed finished grades and all public improvements; (v) Engineering plans for the provision of public utilities for the site, including provisions for off-site connections and facilities necessary to serve the site; (vi)Elevations and perspective drawings of all proposed structures. Such drawings need not be the result of the final architectural decisions and need not be in detail. The purpose of such drawings is to indicate within stated limits the height of the pro posed buildings and the general appearance of the proposed structure, to the end that the entire devel opment will have architectural unity and be in harmony with surrounding developments; (vii) A written statement describing the disposi tion of recreation and open space areas. Such statement shall include proposals for ownership, development and maintenance. (§ 1, Ord. 918-93 C-M, eff. April 8, 1993)
14-16.2511 Processing applications.
(a) Applications for rezoning to the Planned Development District shall be made on forms prescribed by the Zoning Administrator.
(b) The preferred application processing ap proach is for concurrent review and action on the PD
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
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rezoning application and special use permit. An applicant has the option of submitting a general development plan for prior approval of the PD District. The purpose of such option is to allow conceptual approval and clarification of development issues on complex applications where an applicant desires such approval and clarification before embarking on detailed project plans. Under such option, approval of the PD District must be followed by an application for a special use permit, filed within six (6) months after the PD District becomes effective. (c) The special use permit shall require the sub- mittal of a specific development plan and approval by the City Council after a public hearing. While the PD District is intended to resolve issues pertaining to use, environmental review, General Plan policy and other policies, the special use permit approval is intended to implement the PD District and establish the precise site and building plan. (d) An application for a special use permit in a PD District shall be accompanied by a development schedule indicating to the best of the applicant’s knowledge the approximate date on which construction of the project will commence, and completion date. The development schedule, if approved by the City Council, shall become a part of the specific development plan and shall be adhered to by the applicant of the property in the PD District and any successors in interest. The special use permit shall become null and void unless foundations are set within twelve (12) months of the granting of the permit. Extensions may be granted in the discretion of the City Council not to exceed a cumulative total of three (3) years in annual extensions not to exceed one year. Compliance with the phasing schedule consists of filing subdivision map and use permit applications and actively pursuing subdivision map and use permit applications and actively pursuing permit approval within the time permitted by the phasing schedule.
(e) (§ 1, Ord. 918-93 C-M, eff. April 8, 1993)
14-16.2512 Modifications.
Application for modifications to an approved planned development special use permit shall be submitted to the City Council. Such applications shall include all plans, maps, studies and reports that may reasonably be required to make the determinations called for in the particular modification request. (a) Modifications to a special use permit proj- ect, prior to construction, shall be processed in accor- dance with Section 14-10.609 of this title (Modifications of Terms or Conditions). (b) Before recommending approval or approv- ing a modification, the City Council shall find that:
(1) Proposed modifications maintain the origi- nal purpose and reasons for approval of the Planned Development District and are consistent with the original conditions of approval; (2) All proposed modifications meet the regula- tions for the district in which the planned development is located, unless such modifications conform with previously approved planned variations;
(3) Proposed modifications maintain usable open space originally approved for the site. (§ 1, Ord. 918-93 C-M, eff. April 8, 1993)
Part 26: DWSP—Downtown Watsonville Specific Plan District 14-16.2600 Application.
The regulations set forth in Chapter 6 (Land Use and Zoning) of the Downtown Watsonville Specific Plan (DWSP) apply to all parcels in the DWSP plan area as identified in the City of Watsonville Zoning Map, as may be amended. The land use and development standards in Chapter 6 of the DWSP shall supersede other land use and development standards set forth in Title 14 of the Watsonville Municipal Code.
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 113 of 191
(§ 3, Ord. 1459-23 (CM), eff. November 23, 2023)
14-16.2601 Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to deliver the physical outcomes for downtown Watsonville, based on the community’s Vision, Goals, and Policy Direction as described in Chapter 2 of the DWSP. (§ 3, Ord. 1459-23 (CM), eff. November 23, 2023)
14-16.2602 Intent.
The intent of the DWSP is to enable a lively and dynamic mix of diverse land use within a safe, comfortable, pedestrian-oriented, mixed-use downtown environment. The DWSP establishes new zones and overlays, which are intended to concentrate urban activity and intensity in the center of downtown and allows development to transition to existing lower-intensity neighborhood settings at the periphery of the DWSP plan area and to industrial activity to the south. (§ 3, Ord. 1459-23 (CM), eff. November 23, 2023)
14-16.2603 Permitted and conditional uses.
The land uses in Table 6-3 and as described in Section 6.4 (Land Use Regulations) of the DWSP set forth permitted, conditionally permitted, and prohib- ited uses in the DWSP plan area. (§ 3, Ord. 1459-23 (CM), eff. November 23, 2023)
14-16.2604 District regulations.
Section 6.5 (Form Regulations) in Chapter 6 of the DWSP sets forth standards and guidelines concerning building placement, building height, build- ing massing, facade design, frontages, and encroaching architectural elements.
Section 6.6 (Site Standards and Guidelines) in Chapter 6 of the DWSP sets forth standards and guidelines that regulate the design and location of elements of a site for the purpose of the health, safety, and general welfare of the immediate occu- pants of each building, and for the neighborhood. Provisions in Section
6.6 apply to waste and utilities placement, site walls, lighting, and on-site open space. (§ 3, Ord. 1459-23 (CM), eff. November 23, 2023)
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 114 of 191
Chapter 14-18 DEFINITIONS
Sections:
14-18.010 General.
14-18.014 Accessory use or structure.
14-18.015 Adult bookstore.
14-18.016 Adult motion picture theater.
14-18.018 Aged guest, ambulatory.
14-18.022 Aged guest, non-ambulatory.
14-18.026 Agent of owner.
14-18.030 Agriculture.
14-18.034 Alley.
14-18.035 Alcohol-related problems.
14-18.036 Alcohol-sales establishment: on-sale and off-sale. 14-18.038 Alteration.
14-18.042 Amendment.
14-18.046 Animal.
14-18.050 Animal, domestic.
14-18.054 Animal farm.
14-18.058 Animal shelter, private.
14-18.062 Animal shelter, public.
14-18.064 Antenna.
14-18.066 Apartment.
14-18.070 Apartment, efficiency.
14-18.074 Apartment hotel.
14-18.078 Apartment house.
14-18.082 Apartment motel.
14-18.086 Art, public.
14-18.090 Auto court.
14-18.094 Automatic car wash.
14-18.098 Automobile repair, major.
14-18.102 Automobile repair, minor.
14-18.106 Automobile, or boat, or trailer sales area.
14-18.110 Automobile wrecking yard.
14-18.112 Bar (DLU 582).
14-18.113 Bar area.
14-18.114 Basement.
14-18.116 Bed and Breakfast Inn.
14-18.117 Bedroom.
14-18.118 Beginning of construction.
14-18.122 Bench.
14-18.126 Block.
14-18.130 Boarding home for the aged.
14-18.138 Borrow pit.
14-18.142 Branch bank.
14-18.144 Brewpub.
14-18.146 Building.
14-18.150 Building face.
14-18.154 Building, height of.
14-18.158 Building, main.
14-18.162 Building Official.
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 115 of 191
14-18.166 Building setback base line.
14-18.170 Building site.
14-18.174 Bulkhead.
14-18.178 Canopy.
14-18.182 Carport.
14-18.186 Caretaker residence.
14-18.190 Cellar.
14-18.194 Center line.
14-18.198 City.
14-18.202 Clear corner triangle.
14-18.206 Clear vision area.
14-18.210 Club, private.
14-18.212 Collocated site or collocated facility.
14-18.214 Commercial or C-District.
14-18.218 Commission.
14-18.222 Communication equipment building.
14-18.226 Community housing project.
14-18.230 Conditional use permit, administrative.
14-18.234 Conditional use permit, special.
14-18.238 Convalescent hospital.
14-18.240 Convenience store (DLU 541).
14-18.241 Convenience store with beer and wine sales (DLU 541). 14-18.241.1 Convenience store with liquor sales (DLU 541). 14-18.242 Council.
14-18.246 Court.
14-18.250 Coverage.
14-18.254 Crop and tree farming.
14-18.258 Child care home for children.
14-18.259 Child care homes (large family).
14-18.260 Child care homes (small family).
14-18.262 Child care nursery.
14-18.264 Day care center.
14-18.265 Dimensions.
14-18.266 Distance between buildings.
14-18.270 District.
14-18.274 Dormitory.
14-18.278 Drive-in refreshment stand or eating place.
14-18.279 Drive-Through Facility.
14-18.282 Driveway.
14-18.286 Duplex.
14-18.294 Dwelling group.
14-18.298 Dwelling, multi-family.
14-18.302 Dwelling, single-family.
14-18.310 Dwelling, townhouse.
14-18.314 Dwelling, townhouse group.
14-18.322 Dwelling unit.
14-18.324 Dwelling unit, accessory (accessory dwelling unit). 14-18.325 Dwelling unit, junior accessory.
14-18.326 Dwelling unit, efficiency.
14-18.327 Dwelling unit, non-exempt accessory.
14-18.328 Dwelling unit, primary.
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 116 of 191
14-18.329 Dwelling unit, State-exempt accessory.
14-18.330 Easement.
14-18.331 Emergency shelter.
14-18.332 Equipment building, shelter or cabinet.
14-18.333 Employee housing.
14-18.334 Erect.
14-18.338 Essential services.
14-18.342 Factory-built housing.
14-18.343 Family.
14-18.344 Farmworker dwelling unit.
14-18.346 Farmworker housing.
14-18.348 Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
14-18.350 Filling station.
14-18.354 Fire escape.
14-18.358 Floor area.
14-18.362 Floor area ratio.
14-18.364 Fortified wine.
14-18.366 Foster family home.
14-18.370 Foster home for children.
14-18.374 Fourplex.
14-18.378 Freeway.
14-18.382 Frontage.
14-18.386 Garage, private.
14-18.390 Garage, public.
14-18.394 General Plan.
14-18.398 Grade (ground level).
14-18.399 Grocery store (DLU 541).
14-18.400 Grocery store with beer and wine sales (DLU 541). 14-18.401 Grocery store with liquor sales (DLU 541).
14-18.402 Group care home.
14-18.406 Group dwelling.
14-18.414 Guest ranch.
14-18.418 Guest room.
14-18.422 Helipad.
14-18.426 Heliport.
14-18.427 High-quality transit corridor.
14-18.430 Home occupation.
14-18.434 Hospital.
14-18.438 Hotel.
14-18.441 Housekeeping unit.
14-18.442 House pet.
14-18.446 Industrial or I-District.
14-18.450 Institution for the aged.
14-18.454 Institution for children.
14-18.458 Junk yard.
14-18.462 Kennel.
14-18.470 Land use classification.
14-18.474 Land Use Classification Code.
14-18.478 Land Use Classification Manual.
14-18.482 Land Use Coding System.
14-18.486 Landscaping.
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 117 of 191
14-18.488 Lattice tower.
14-18.490 Living area.
14-18.494 Lot.
14-18.498 Lot area.
14-18.500 Lot coverage.
14-18.502 Lot, exterior.
14-18.506 Lot depth.
14-18.510 Lot, interior.
14-18.514 Lot line.
14-18.518 Lot of record.
14-18.522 Lot, through.
14-18.526 Lot width.
14-18.527 Low barrier navigation center.
14-18.527528 Major transit stop.
14-18.530 Major utility facility.
14-18.532 Malt beverage.
14-18.534 Marquee.
14-18.538 Medical clinic.
14-18.540 Mini warehouse.
14-18.542 Mobile home.
14-18.546 Mobile home park.
14-18.547 Monitoring protocol.
14-18.548 Monopole.
14-18.550 Motel.
14-18.554 Motor court, motor hotel.
14-18.558 Multiple dwelling.
14-18.560 Nonconforming lot.
14-18.562 Nonconforming structure.
14-18.566 Nonconforming use.
14-18.567 Non-Ionizing Electromagnetic Radiation (NEIR). 14-18.570 Nursing home.
14-18.574 Occupancy.
14-18.575 Occupant.
14-18.578 Offshore.
14-18.582 Onshore.
14-18.586 Open space, usable.
14-18.587 Outdoor motor picture theater.
14-18.590 Parking area, private.
14-18.594 Parking facility, off-street.
14-18.598 Parking facility, off-street, temporary.
14-18.602 Parking space, off-street.
14-18.606 Patio shelter.
14-18.610 Performance standards.
14-18.614 Permitted use.
14-18.618 Private open space.
14-18.622 Public.
14-18.626 Publicly owned.
14-18.628 Qualified buyer.
14-18.629 Qualified nonprofit corporation.
14-18.630 Quasi-public.
14-18.632 Reasonable accommodations.
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 118 of 191
14-18.634 Recreation facility, commercial.
14-18.638 Recreation facility, private.
14-18.642 Recreation facility, public.
14-18.643 Recreation vehicle.
14-18.644 Rehabilitation facility.
14-18.645 Residential care facility.
14-18.650 Residential density.
14-18.654 Residential or R-District.
14-18.658 Rest home.
14-18.659 Restaurant (DLU 5811).
14-18.660 Restaurant with beer and wine sales (DLU 5811). 14-18.661 Restaurant with liquor sales (DLU 5811).
14-18.661.1 Restaurant with bar (DLU 5811).
14-18.662 Retirement home or center.
14-18.666 Rezoning or reclassification.
14-18.670 Right-of-way.
14-18.678 Salvage yard.
14-18.680 Sensitive use.
14-18.681 Separation requirement.
14-18.682 Service station.
14-18.686 Service station, accessory.
14-18.690 Service station, pump island.
14-18.694 Setback.
14-18.696 Shipping container.
14-18.698 Shopping center.
14-18.702 Shore line.
14-18.706 Sign.
14-18.708 Single room occupancy unit.
14-18.710 Slope.
14-18.711 Specified anatomical area.
14-18.714 Specific plan.
14-18.718 Specific Plan Line Map.
14-18.722 Specific Plan of Streets and Highways.
14-18.726 Specific Plan of Streets and Highway, unit.
14-18.727 Specified sexual activity.
14-18.730 Stable, private.
14-18.734 Stable, public or riding.
14-18.736 Stealth technology/stealth technique.
14-18.738 Story.
14-18.742 Story, half.
14-18.746 Story, first.
14-18.750 Story, mezzanine.
14-18.754 Street.
14-18.758 Street, center line of.
14-18.762 Street, collector.
14-18.766 Street, industrial.
14-18.770 Street, local.
14-18.774 Street, major arterial.
14-18.778 Street, major divided.
14-18.782 Street, private.
14-18.786 Street, public.
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 119 of 191
14-18.790 Structure.
14-18.794 Structure, temporary.
14-18.795 Supportive housing.
14-18.798 Swimming pool.
14-18.802 Swimming pool, outdoor.
14-18.802.1 Target population.
14-18.803 Telecommunications facility.
14-18.804 Telecommunications site.
14-18.805 Telecommunications tower.
14-18.806 Tideland.
14-18.810 Title.
14-18.814 Townhouse.
14-18.818 Townhouse group.
14-18.822 Trailer.
14-18.826 Trailer camp, trailer park.
14-18.828 Transitional housing and transitional housing development. 14-18.830 Triplex.
14-18.831 Two (2) unit development.
14-18.832 Unbuildable land area.
14-18.834 Underwater land.
14-18.835 Urban lot split.
14-18.838 Use, accessory.
14-18.842 Use, conditional.
14-18.846 Use, permitted.
14-18.850 Variance.
14-18.854 Veterinary clinic.
14-18.858 Veterinary hospital.
14-18.862 Waterfront land.
14-18.866 Wrecking yard.
14-18.870 Yard.
14-18.874 Yard, front.
14-18.878 Yard, rear.
14-18.882 Yard, side.
14-18.886 Yard, exterior side.
14-18.890 Young farmer project.
14-18.894 Zone of interest.
14-18.898 Zoning Map.
14-18.902 Zoning Ordinance.
14-18.906 Zoning classification, more restrictive.
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 120 of 191
832- (Watsonville Supp. No. 40, 11-22)
14-18.010 General.
Unless the context requires otherwise, the definitions set forth in this chapter shall be used in the interpretation and construction of this title. Words used in the present tense include the future; the sin- gular number includes the plural, the plural the sin- gular; the word “structure” includes the word “building”; the word “used” includes arranged, designed, constructed, altered, converted, rented, leased, or intended to be used or occupied; the word “shall” is mandatory; the word “may” is permissive. Whenever any of the following terms are used, they shall mean the corresponding officer or designated representative, department, board, or commission of the City, herein referred to as the City: City Council (or Council), City Planning Department (or Commission), Director of Planning, Director of Public Works (or Building Official), Zoning Administrator (or Administrator).
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.014 Accessory use or structure.
“Accessory use or structure” shall mean a use or structure subordinate to the principal use of a lot, or of a building on the same lot, and serving a purpose clearly or customarily incidental to the principal use of the lot or of the building. Such use or structure shall not include Shipping Containers as temporary storage facilities except as provided in this Title (See “Shipping Containers” Section 14-18.696 of this chapter).
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980, as amended by § 1, Ord. 1099-01 C-M, eff.
February
22, 2001)
14-18.015 Adult bookstore.
“Adult bookstore” shall mean any building, or portion thereof, used by an establishment having as a substantial or significant portion of its stock-in-trade for sale to the public books, magazines, or other publications or mechanical amusement devices which are distinguished or characterized by their emphasis on matter depicting, describing, or relating to specified sexual activities orspecified anatomical areas.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.016 Adult motion picture theater.
“Adult motion picture theater” shall mean any building, or portion thereof, or area, whether open or enclosed, regularly used for the presentation of motion pictures distinguished or characterized by an emphasis on matter depicting, describing, or relating to specified sexual activities or specified anatomical areas for observation by patrons or customers. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.018 Aged guest, ambulatory.
“Aged guest, ambulatory” shall mean an aged per- son who does not require professional nursing ser- vices because of physical or mental conditions, other than supervision because of infirmities of advanced age, confusion, loss of memory, or disorientation. The term shall include a person who, under emergency conditions, is able to leave a building unassisted, except when suffering from a minor or temporary illness as determined by a physician. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff.
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 121 of 191
832- (Watsonville Supp. No. 40, 11-22)
September 11, 1980)
14-18.022 Aged guest, non-ambulatory.
“Aged guest, non-ambulatory” shall mean an aged person who is unable to leave a building unassisted, under emergency conditions, and a person who, for any reason, requires professional nursing services. The term may include those persons who depend upon mechanical aids, such as canes, crutches, wheelchairs, and the like, and may also include those mentally handicapped persons with mild symptoms, such as confusion, loss of memory, or disorientation, as determined by the Department of Social Welfare of the County.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.026 Agent of owner.
“Agent of owner” shall mean any authorized per- son acting for the property owner. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.030 Agriculture.
“Agriculture” shall mean the use of the land for agricultural purposes, including farming, dairying, pasturage, agriculture, horticulture, floriculture, viticulture, apiaries, and animal farms, but not including stockyards or the commercial feeding of garbage or offal to swine or other animals.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.034 Alley.
“Alley” shall mean a public or private way which affords only secondary access to abutting property.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.035 Alcohol-related problems.
The term “alcohol-related problems” shall include, but is not limited to, unreasonable noise, littering, loitering, crimes of violence, interference with the unimpeded use of sidewalks by pedestrians, defacing or damaging property, interference with an individual’s or neighborhood’s quality of life or quiet enjoyment of property which is determined to be a detriment to the public health, safety or welfare and similar problems as set forth in Section 14-14.022. (§ 1, Ord. 1384-19 (CM), eff. July 11, 2019)
14-18.036 Alcohol-sales establishment: on-sale and off-sale.
Any retail establishment which possesses an alcohol license defined in California Business and Professions Code Section 23958.4(c)(5).
(a) On-Sale Alcohol-Sales Establishment. Any alcohol sales establishment where sale and consumption of alcohol is primarily limited to an on-site premises such as a restaurant, brewpub, or bar.
(b) Off-Sale Alcohol-Sales Establishment. Any alcohol sales establishment where alcohol
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may be sold in closed containers for consumption elsewhere such as grocery stores, convenience stores or liquor stores.
(§ 1, Ord. 1135 02 C-M, eff. September 10, 2002, as amended by § 1, Ord. 1384-19 (CM), eff.
July 11, 2019)
14-18.038 Alteration.
“Alteration” shall mean any change, addition, or modification in construction. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.042 Amendment.
“Amendment” shall mean a revision, addition, or deletion in the wording of this title or a change in the zone classification or zoning district boundary upon the Zoning Map. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.046 Animal.
“Animal” shall mean an animal, poultry, bird, rep- tile, fish, or any other dumb creature. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.050 Animal, domestic.
“Animal, domestic” shall mean a small animal of the type generally accepted as pets, including dogs, cats, rabbits, pigeons, hens, and the like, but not including roosters, quacking ducks, geese, pea fowl, goats, sheep, hogs, or the like.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.054 Animal farm.
"Animal farm" shall mean any premises on which the primary use is the breeding, raising, or maintaining of animals for sale or where the primary income from the premises is derived from the aforesaid occupation. For the purposes of this title, "animal" shall include cattle, horses, sheep, rabbits, poultry, and the like but shall specifically exclude hogs. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.058 Animal shelter, private.
"Animal shelter, private" shall mean any structure or enclosure, including, but not limited to, barns, stables, pens, paddocks, yards, or the like, designed and intended for the keeping of animals on private property.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.062 Animal shelter, public.
"Animal shelter, public" shall mean a facility owned, maintained, and operated by a public or quasi-public body or agency for the purpose of the impounding and care of animals.
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14-18.064 Antenna.
"Antenna" shall mean any system of wires, poles, rods, reflecting discs, flat panels, dishes, whip antennae, or similar devices used for the transmission or reception of electromagnetic waves when such system is either external or attached to the exterior of a structure. Antennae shall include devices having active elements extending in any direction, and directional beam-type arrays having elements carried by and disposed from a generally horizontal boom that may be mounted upon and rotated through a vertical mast or tower interconnecting the boom and antenna support, all of which elements are deemed to be a part of the antenna. The height of the antenna shall include all array structures.
(a) Antenna-amateur radio. A ground, building, or tower mounted antenna, or similar antenna structure, operated by a Federally licensed amateur radio operator as part of the Amateur Radio Service and as designated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). (b) Antenna-building mounted. Any antenna, other than an antenna with its supports resting on the ground, directly attached or affixed to a building, tank, tower, or structure other than a telecommunication tower.
(c) Antenna-Direct Broadcast Satellite Service (DBS). An antenna, usually a small home receiving dish, one meter or less in diameter or diagonal measurement designed to receive direct broadcast from a satellite.
(d) Antenna-directional (also known as panel antenna). A device used to transmit and/or receive radio frequency signals in a directional pattern of less than three hundred and sixty degrees (360).
(e) Antenna-ground mounted. Any antenna with its base, single or multiple posts, placed directly on the ground.
(f) Antenna-Multipoint Distribution Services (MOS). An antenna designed to receive video programming services via multipoint distribution services including multipoint multichannel distribution services, instructional television fixed services, and local multipoint distribution services.
(g) Antenna-portable. Any device used to transmit and/or receive electromagnetic or radio frequency communications/signals in a specific directional pattern located on a portable or moveable base designed to be placed either for temporary or long-term use at a given site. (h) Antenna-Satellite Earth Station (SES). An antenna designed to receive and/or transmit radio frequency signals directly to and/or from a satellite, two (2) meters or less in diameter or in diagonal measurement.
(i) Antenna-Television Broadcast Service (TVBS). An antenna designed to receive only television broadcast signals.
(Ord. 1153-03 C-M, eff. April 24, 2003)
14-18.066 Apartment.
(See "Dwelling unit," Section 14-18.322 of this chapter.) (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.070 Apartment, efficiency.
(See "Dwelling unit, efficiency," Section 14- 18.326 of this chapter.)
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14-18.074 Apartment hotel.
(See "Hotel," Section 14-18.438 of this chapter.)
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.078 Apartment house.
(See "Dwelling, multiple," Section 14-18.298 of this chapter.) (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.082 Apartment motel
(See "Motel," Section 14-18.550 ofthischapter.)
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.086 Art, public.
"Art, public" shall mean art that is so located as to be visible to persons in public places,such as, but not limited to, streets, sidewalks, and parks, and which does not contain characteristics of an advertising sign or identify or draw attention to a business, profession, or industry, to the type of productssold, manufactured, or assembled, or to the type of services or entertainment offered or available on the premises or in the City.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.090 Auto court.
(See "Motel," Section 14-18.550 of this chapter.)
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.094 Automatic car wash.
"Automatic car wash" shall mean a building or site, or portion thereof, designed and intended for washing motor vehicles, containing mechanical equipment, conveyors, blowers, and washing, rinsing, or drying facilities and the like for such purposes, whether designed as a principal or an accessory use and attended or unattended.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.098 Automobile repair, major.
"Automobile repair, major" shall mean the general repair, rebuilding, or reconditioning of engines, motor vehicles, or trailers, collision service, including body, frame, or fender repair, and overall painting.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
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14-18.102 Automobile repair, minor.
"Automobile repair, minor" shall mean upholstering, replacement or adjustment of accessories and parts, and motor service to passenger cars and trucks not exceeding one and one-half (1½) ton capacity, but not including other operations named under "Automobile repair, major," or those similar thereto, as determined by the Zoning Administrator. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.106 Automobile, or boat, or trailer sales area.
"Automobile, or boat, or trailer sales area" shall mean an open area used for the display, sale, or rental of new or used motor vehicles, boats, or trailers in operable condition and where no repair work is done.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.110 Automobile wrecking yard.
(See "Junk yard," Section 14-18.458 of this chapter.)
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.112 Bar (DLU 582).
"Bar" shall mean an alcohol-sales establishment where the primary use is the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages and where secondary uses may include food service. The premise may contain a counter upon and over which alcoholic beverages, including beer, wine, and distilled spirits are served. An establishment in possession of a Type 40, 42, 47, 48, 51, or 52 Alcoholic Beverage Control License and with an excess of thirty (30%) percent of the gross floor area devoted to the sale or consumption of alcoholic beverages shall be considered to be a bar, and subject to the provisions herein.
(§ 1, Ord. 1135 02 C-M, eff. September 10, 2002)
14-18.113 Bar area.
“Bar area” shall mean a distinct portion of a restaurant, available to the public for the sale and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages, which typically contains a counter upon and over which alcoholic beverages are served. The bar area shall be the sub- ordinate use to the primary restaurant use and not exceed thirty (30%) percent of the gross dining room floor area. (§ 1, Ord. 1135 02 C-M, eff. September 10, 2002)
14-18.114 Basement.
“Basement” shall mean that portion of a building between the floor and ceiling, which is partly below and partly above grade, as defined in this chapter, but so located that the vertical distance from the grade to the floor below is lessthan the vertical distance from the grade to the ceiling. (Also see “Story,” Section 14-18.738 of this chapter.)
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
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14-18.116 Bed and Breakfast Inn.
“Bed and Breakfast Inn” shall mean a building that is used, rented, or hired out for sleeping purposes by guests, which is a locally designated historic structure and contains five (5) or more guest rooms, with at least one off-street parking space per guest room. (§ 1, Ord. 1201-06 (CM), eff. October 26, 2006)
14-18.117 Bedroom.
“Bedroom” shall mean a designated room meeting California Building Code Standards for sleeping and having at least seventy (70) square feet with a closet. Other living areas such asliving room, family room, den, and library shall not be considered a bed- room. (§ 1, Ord. 1201-06 (CM), eff. October 26, 2006)
14-18.118 Beginning of construction.
“Beginning of construction” shall mean the incorporation of labor and material in the foundation of a structure or the demolition, elimination, and removal of an existing structure preparatory to new construction.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.122 Bench.
“Bench” shall mean a seat located upon, or adjacent to, public property for the accommodation of passersby or persons awaiting transportation.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.126 Block.
“Block” shall mean a tract of land bounded by streets, dead ends of streets, railroad rights-of-way, watercourses, City boundaries, or large tracts of land in uses such as parks and golf courses. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.130 Boarding home for the aged.
“Boarding home for the aged” shall mean a private residence providing board and room as well as twenty-four (24) hour protective and personal care and servicesto ambulatory aged guests, as defined in this chapter, assuming for them responsibilities which go beyond those customarily associated with a landlord-tenant relationship and where bedside care is provided only for conditions determined by a physician to be temporary and minor. Such establishments do not provide individual cooking and eating facilities for the guests. The term shall not include “nursing home” as defined in this chapter. (Also see “Foster family home,” Section 14-18.366, and “Group care home,” Section 14-18.402 of this chapter.)
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.138 Borrow pit.
“Borrow pit” shall mean an area specially designated and set aside for the removal of natural soils for use as off-site fill material.
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14-18.142 Branch bank.
“Branch bank” shall mean a banking facility generally subsidiary to a central or headquarters bank. Such branch banks may or may not offer the full range of banking services; are located primarily for service and convenience to a particular neighbor- hood service area; and generally contain less than 5,000 square feet of floor area.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.144 Brewpub.
“Brewpub” shall mean an eating and drinking establishment (restaurant) having a small brewery on the premises which produces beer, ale, or other malt beverage, and where the majority of the beer produced is consumed on the premises. This classification allows a brewpub to sell beer and wine at retail and/or act as wholesaler for beer of its own production for off-site consumption, with appropriate State licenses. An establishment in possession of a Type 23 Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) license shall be considered a brewpub, which authorizes the sale of beer to any person holding a license authorizing the sale of beer, and to patronsfor consumption on or off the premises. Without any additional ABC licenses, the establishment may sell beer and wine, regardless ofsource, to patrons of a restaurant on the premises or to a restaurant contiguousto the licensed premises.
(§ 1, Ord. 1370-18 (CM), eff. October 11, 2018)
14-18.146 Building.
“Building” shall mean any structure having a roof supported by columns or walls, used or intended to be used for the shelter or enclosure of persons, animals, or property. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.150 Building face.
“Building face” shall mean the general outer sur- face of a main exterior wall of a building. For example, a building with a rectangular plan has four (4) main exterior walls and four (4) building faces.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.154 Building, height of.
“Building, height of” shall mean the vertical distance from the grade, as defined in this chapter, to the highest point of the coping of a flat roof or the deck line of a mansard roof or to the average height of the highest gable of a pitch or hip roof.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.158 Building, main.
“Building, main” shall mean a building in which is conducted the principal use of the lot or parcel on which it is situated. In any residential district, any dwelling shall be deemed to be a main
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building on the lot or parcel on which it is located.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.162 Building Official.
“Building Official” shall mean the officer or other designated authority charged with the administration and enforcement of the Building, Housing, Plumbing, Electrical, and related Codes as set forth in Title 8 of this Code.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.166 Building setback base line.
“Building setback base line” shall mean a line parallel to the center line of an existing street, and at such specified distance therefrom as is established by this title, from which the required setbacks for any use or any zoning district are measured.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.170 Building site.
(See “Lot,” Section 14-18.494 of this chapter.)
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.174 Bulkhead.
“Bulkhead” shall mean a structure, including rip- rap or sheet piling constructed to separate land and water and to establish a permanent shore line.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.178 Canopy.
“Canopy” shall mean a structural, ornamental roof-like appendage, freestanding or attached to a building, including roof overhangs, but excluding awnings or metallic hoods. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.182 Carport.
(See “Garage, private,” Section 14-18.386 of this chapter.) (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.186 Caretaker residence.
“Caretaker residence” shall mean a mobile home, modular unit, or structure, which is used as a residence by a security guard or caretaker, which is located on or adjacent to the premises occupied and which is reasonably necessary to provide adequate security for the use. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
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14-18.190 Cellar.
“Cellar” shall mean that portion of a building between the floor and ceiling which is wholly or partly below grade, as defined in this chapter, and so located that the vertical distance from the grade to the floor below is equal to or greater than the vertical distance from the grade to the ceiling. (Also see “Story,” Section 14-18.738 of this chapter.) (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.194 Center line.
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(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.198 City.
"City" shall mean the City of Watsonville.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.202 Clear corner triangle.
"Clear comer triangle" shall mean a triangular area formed by the street lot lines, as defined in this chapter, and a line connecting them at points equidistant from the intersection of said street lot lines, said distance being equal to the front yard setback required in the district in which the lot is situated.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.206 Clear vision area.
"Clear vision area" shall mean a triangular area formed by a line drawn diagonally acrossthe comer of a property, which is adjacent to an A- or an R District, connecting points at a distance from the property comer equal to the depth of the front or exterior side yard required for such adjacent A- or R-District.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.210 Club, private.
"Club, private" shall mean a facility owned or operated by the members of an organization for living or recreational purposes primarily for the benefit of the members or their guests. The term shall include country clubs, tennis and swim clubs, social clubs, athletic clubs, fraternal lodges, fraternity and sorority houses, and the like.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980, as amended by§ 1,Ord. 1135 02C-M, eff.
September 10, 2002)
14-18.212 Collocated site or collocated facility.
"Collocated site or facility" shall mean a telecommunications site or telecommunications facility where more than one wireless service providershare a single wireless communication site or facility, such as a telecommunications tower or on top of an existing structure. A collocated site
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or facility is comprised of a single tower or mast/pole that supports two (2) or more antennae, dishes, or similar wireless communication devices, that are separately owned or used by more than one public or private entity. Placing new wireless communication facilities/antennae upon existing or new PG&E or other utility towers or poles is also considered collocation. Collocation can consist of additions or extensions made to existing towers so as to provide adequate space for more than one user, or it can consist of the construction of a new replacement tower with more antenna space that supplants an older tower with less capacity. (Ord. 1153-03 C-M, eff. April 24, 2003)
14-18.214 Commercial or C-District.
"Commercial or C-District" shall mean any zoning district classification the symbol for which has a "C" prefix.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.218 Commission.
"Commission" shall mean the City Planning Commission of the City of Watsonville, California. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.222 Communication equipment building.
"Communication equipment building" shall mean a building housing the electrical and mechanical equipment necessary for the conduct of a public communications business, with or without personnel. For the purposes of this title, such buildings shall be considered as quasipublic uses where such uses are referred to in the zoning district regulations. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.226 Community housing project.
"Community housing project" shall mean a community housing project and shall include a community apartment project, a condominium, a condominium project, a stock cooperative, or a planned development designed for or capable of being used for residential purposes. "Community housing project" shall not mean or include:
(a) The financing or leasing of apartments, offices, stores, or store space within apartment buildings, industrial buildings, commercial buildings, mobile home parks, or trailer parks; (b) Mineral, oil, or gas leases; and
(c) Land dedicated for cemetery purposes under the Health and Safety Code of the State. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.230 Conditional use permit, administrative.
"Conditional use permit, administrative" shall mean a conditional use permit which may be issued under the terms of this title by the Zoning Administrator. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
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14-18.234 Conditional use permit, special.
"Conditional use permit, special" shall mean a conditional use permit which may be issued under the terms of this title by the Commission.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.238 Convalescent hospital.
"Convalescent hospital" shall mean a type of hospital which provides bed care for persons suffering chronic illness or convalescent care for patients who, by reason of illness or physical infirmity, are unable to care for themselves properly.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.240 Convenience store (DLU 541).
"Convenience store" shall mean a retail establishment selling consumer products including primarily food and household items, but excluding alcohol, i.e., beverages, and having a gross sales floor area of lessthan ten thousand (10,000) square feet. (Ord. 976-95 C-M, eff. August 24, 1995, as amended by§ 1, Ord. 1135-02 C-M, eff.
September 10, 2002)
14-18.241 Convenience store with beer and wine sales (DLU 541). "Convenience store with beer and wine sales" shall mean a retail establishment selling consumer products including primarily food and household items, including beer and wine, and having a gross floor area of less than ten thousand (I 0,000)square feet and with lessthan twenty (20%) percent of the gross sales floor area used to display alcoholic beverages. An establishment in possession of a Type 20 License shall be considered a convenience store with beer and wine sales and shall be subject to the provisions herein affecting such establishments. (§ 1, Ord. 1135 04 C-M, eff. September 10, 2002)
14-18.241.1 Convenience store with liquor sales (DLU 541). "Convenience store with liquorsales" shall mean a retail establishment selling consumer products including primarily food and household items, including beer, wine, and distilled spirits, and having a gross sales floor area of less than ten thousand (I 0,000) square feet and with less than twenty (20%) percent of the gross sales floor area used to display alcoholic beverages. An establishment in possession of a Type 21 License and a gross floor area less than ten thousand (I 0,000) square feet shall be considered a convenience store with liquor sales and shall be subject to the provisions herein.
(§ 1, Ord. 1135 02 C-M, eff. September 10, 2002)
14-18.242 Council.
"Council" shall mean the City Council of the City of Watsonville, California. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
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14-18.246 Court.
"Court" shall mean a space, open and unobstructed to the sky, located at or above grade level on a lot, and bounded on two (2) or more sides by the walls of the building. An inner court is a court entirely within the exterior walls of a building; all other courts are outer courts. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.250 Coverage.
“Coverage” shall mean the percent of the totalsite area covered by structures, other than those excepted in this title.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.254 Crop and tree farming.
“Crop and tree farming” shall mean the raising for commercial purposes of any truck, or field, or orchard crops, or wholesale nursery or greenhouses, including the necessary buildings incidental to such crops.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.258 Child care home for children.
“Child care home for children” shall mean a private family home in which is provided daytime care (including the furnishing of supervision, recreation, food, and rest) for not more than six (6) children, including children of the proprietary family. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.259 Child care homes (large family).
“Child care homes (large family)” shall mean a home which provides family day care to seven (7) to twelve (12) children, including children who reside at the home. (§ 1, Ord. 991-96 C-M, eff. February 8, 1996)
14-18.260 Child care homes (small family).
“Child care homes (small family)” shall mean a home which provides family day care to six (6) or fewer children, including children who reside at the home. (§ 1, Ord. 991-96 C-M, eff. February 8, 1996)
14-18.262 Child care nursery.
“Child care nursery” shall mean a facility for child care, including the furnishing of supervision, instruction, recreation, food, and rest, for more than six (6) children, or one that is so organized and administered that its service is essentially institutional in character, regardless of the number of children for whom care is to be furnished.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
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14-18.264 Day care center.
“Day care center” shall mean a facility approved and licensed by the State, other than a family day care home, that provides non-medical care on less than a twenty-four (24) hour basis, including infant centers, preschools, extended day care facilities, adult day care and elderly day care facilities. Day Care Center does not include residential care facilities, residential service facilities, interim housing, or convalescent hospitals or nursing homes. 14-18.265 Dimension.
"Dimension" shall mean a measurable extent of a physical feature, including length, width, height, depth, area, or volume, used to describe the size, scale, or placement of a lot, building, structure, or space within a zoning district.
14-18.266 Distance between buildings.
“Distance between buildings” shall mean the shortest horizontal distance between the vertical walls of two (2) structures.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.270 District.
“District” shall mean a portion of the territory of the City within which certain uniform regulations and requirements, or various combinations thereof, apply under the provisions of this title and shall include zoning district and zone.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.274 Dormitory.
“Dormitory” shall mean a residential facility with three (3) or more sleeping accommodations for individuals or groups, with or without meals, by the week or by the month, for rent paid in money, foods, labor, or otherwise, and providing communal kitchen and dining facilities. Dormitories may allow individuals rooms to be occupied by no more than two (2) paying guests per room. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980, as amended by § 1, Ord. 1201-06 (CM), eff. October 26, 2006)
14-18.278 Drive-in refreshment stand or eating place.
“Drive-in refreshment stand or eating place” shall mean a facility offering food and/or nonalcoholic beverages at which persons may expect to be served and/or eat or drink in their automobiles.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.279 Drive-Through Facility.
“Drive-Through Facility” shall mean any commercial use that conducts business in whole or part with a person or persons who enters a commercial property in a motor vehicle and transacts business from said motor vehicle from any location on such property that is not a designated parking space. Drive-Through Facility does not, however, include Service Stations as defined in Section 14-18.682 of this Code.
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14-18.282 Driveway.
“Driveway” shall mean a private vehicular access, the use of which is limited to persons residing, employed, or otherwise using or visiting the premises on which it is located. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.286 Duplex.
“Duplex” shall mean a building designed as a single structure, containing two (2) separate living units, each of which is designed to be occupied as a separate permanent residence for one housekeeping unit.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980, as amended by § 1, Ord. 1201-06 (CM), eff. October 26, 2006)
14-18.294 Dwelling group.
“Dwelling group” shall mean a group of two (2) or more detached or semi-detached buildings, each of which contains one or more dwelling units, located on a parcel of land in one ownership. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.298 Dwelling, multi-family.
“Dwelling, multi-family” shall mean any building, with three (3) or more individual dwellings with separate cooking, sleeping, and bathroom facilities for each dwelling. The term shall include flats and apartments.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980, as amended by § 1, Ord. 1201-06 (CM), eff. October 26, 2006)
14-18.302 Dwelling, single-family.
“Dwelling, single-family” shall mean one detached dwelling per legal lot of record designed with a kitchen, bedroom(s) and bathroom(s), used exclusively for residential purposes by one housekeeping unit. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980, as amended by § 1, Ord. 1201-06 (CM), eff. October 26, 2006)
14-18.310 Dwelling, townhouse.
“Dwelling, townhouse” shall mean a single dwelling unit in a townhouse group, located or capable of being located on a separate lot, and being separated from the adjoining dwelling unit by an approved wall extending from the foundation through the roof and structurally independent of the corresponding wall of the adjoining unit.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
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14-18.314 Dwelling, townhouse group.
“Dwelling, townhouse group” shall mean a group of not fewer than two (2) townhouse units arranged side-by-side and separated from any other town- house group by a yard area. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980, as amended by § 12, Ord. 659-84 C-M, eff.
December 27, 1984)
14-18.322 Dwelling unit.
“Dwelling unit” shall mean one or more habitable rooms which are occupied, or which are intended or designed to be occupied, by one housekeeping unit, with a living area(s), bedroom(s), bathroom(s), a kitchen, and a dining area.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980, as amended by § 1, Ord. 1201-06 (CM), eff. October 26, 2006)
14-18.324 Dwelling unit, accessory. (accessory dwelling unit).
An “accessory dwelling unit (ADU)” shall mean an attached or a detached accessory residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one (1) or more persons and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary residence/residences. Itshall include permanent pro- visions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation on the same parcel as the single-family dwelling or multifamily dwelling is or will be situated. An accessory dwelling unit also includes the following:
(a) An efficiency unit, as defined in Section 17958.1 of the Health and Safety Code. (b) A manufactured home, as defined in Section 18007 of the Health and Safety Code. (§ 1, Ord. 1413-20 (CM), eff. November 26, 2020)
14-18.325 Dwelling unit, Jjunior accessoryAccessory.
A “junior accessory dwelling unit (JADU)” shall mean a unit that is no more than five hundred (500) square feet in size and contained entirely within an existing or proposed single-family dwelling. A JADU shall include an efficiency kitchen and may include separate sanitation facilities, or may share sanitation facilities with the existing single-family dwelling. A JADU shall have its own exterior access for ingress/ egress separate from the existing or proposed singlefamily dwelling. (§ 1, Ord. 1413-20 (CM), eff. November 26, 2020)
14-18.326 Dwelling unit, efficiency.
“Efficiency Ddwelling unit, efficiency” shall have the same meaning specified in Section 17958.1 of the Health and Safety Code.
(§ 1, Ord. 1413-20 (CM), eff. November 26, 2020)
14-18.327 Dwelling unit, non-exempt Accessory.
"Non-Exempt accessory dwelling dnit" shall mean an ADU or JADU that does not meet the criteria set forth in Government Code Section 66323. . The City may impose discretionary review requirements and additional development or design standards on a non-exempt unit. .
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14-18.328 Dwelling unit, primary.
“Primary dwelling unit” shall mean the existing or proposed single-family dwelling located in a parcel meeting all development standards for the underlying zoning district. (§ 1, Ord. 1414-20 (CM), eff. November 26, 2020)
14-18.329 Dwelling unit, State-exempt accessory.
“State-exempt accessory dwelling unit” shall mean an ADU or JADU that meets the criteria set forth in Government Code Section 66323 and is subject to ministerial review. No additional development standards, design standards, or discretionary review requirements shall be imposed on a State-Exempt Unit beyond those expressly provided in Government Code Section 66323.
14-18.330 Easement.
“Easement” shall mean a limited right of use of property by a person or persons other than the owner, which right is generally described specifically as to location and kind of usage. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.331 Emergency shelter.
“Emergency shelter” shall mean housing with minimal supportive services for homeless persons that is limited to occupancy of six (6) months or less by a homeless person. No individual or household may be denied emergency shelter because of an inability to pay. (§ 1, Ord. 1374-18 (CM), eff. October 11, 2018)
14-18.332 Equipment building, shelter or cabinet.
“Equipment building, shelter or cabinet” shall mean a cabinet or building used by telecommunications providers to house equipment at a site or facility. (Ord. 1153-03 C-M, eff. April 24, 2003)
14-18.333 Employee housing.
“Employee housing” is privately-owned housing that houses five or more employees and meets the following:
• Living quarters provided in connection with any work, whether or not rent is involved. • Housing in a rural area that is:
• Provided by someone who is not an agricultural employer, and • Provided for agricultural workers employed by any agricultural employer. 14-18.334 Erect.
“Erect” shall mean and include erect, construct, place, relocate, enlarge, substantially alter, attach, suspend, paint, post, or display. Normal maintenance, including refinishing, shall not be included in this definition.
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14-18.338 Essential services.
“Essential services” shall mean the erection, construction, installation, alteration, or maintenance by public utilities or municipal or other governmental agencies of gas, electrical, steam, or water transmission or distribution systems, including transformers, wires, mains, drains, sewers, pipes, conduits, cables, fire alarm boxes, police call boxes, traffic signals, hydrants, and other similar equipment and accessories in connection therewith, reasonably necessary for the furnishing of adequate service by such utilities and municipal or other governmental agencies or for the public health or safety or general community welfare. The term shall not include any buildings, electrical substations, or transmission lines of fifty (50) KV or greater capacity. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.342 Factory-built housing.
“Factory-built housing” shall mean a residential building, dwelling unit, or habitable room thereof which is either wholly manufactured or isin substantial part manufactured at an off-site location to be wholly or partially assembled on the site in accordance with regulations adopted by the Commission of Housing and Community Development of the State pursuant to Sections 19990 et seq. of the Health and Safety Code of the State.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.343 Family.
“Family” shall mean a group of people who are related by blood, marriage, or adoption, or who live together in a dwelling unit:
• Related by blood, marriage, or adoption. All people living in a household who are related by birth, marriage, or adoption.
• Live together in a dwelling unit. All people who occupy a housing unit, whether they are a single family, multiple families, or unrelated people. 14-18.344 Farmworker dwelling unit.
“Farmworker dwelling unit” shall mean a structure used or occupied by up to six agricultural (farm) employees. The accommodations may consist of any single-family-style living quarters, including a traditionally constructed dwelling, boarding house, mobile home or factory-built home for longterm occupancy, or a recreational vehicle for seasonal occupancy. 14-18.346 Farmworker housing.
“Farm worker housing" shall mean living quarters for agricultural (farm) employees and their families consisting of up to 36 beds in group quarters or up to 12 farmworker dwelling units or spaces designed for a single-family or household. The units may be of an alternative housing type that meets state and federal standards for livability and durability, including factory-built housing, other forms of prefabricated housing, and dormitory- and barracks-style housing in which residents share common cooking and bathroom facilities. Farmworker housing does not include a hotel, motel, bed and breakfast lodging, or recreational vehicle park. 14-18.348 Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
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“Federal Telecommunications Commission” (FCC) shall mean the governmental agency responsible for regulating telecommunications in the United States. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.350 Filling station.
(See “Service station,” Section 14-18.682 of this chapter.) (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.354 Fire escape.
“Fire escape” shall mean a structure, facility, or apparatus designed and intended to be used exclusively for escape from a burning building, such as a metal stairway down an outside wall.
The term may include doorways, corridors, ramps, horizontal exits, exit courts and exit yards, and smoke-proof enclosures.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.358 Floor area.
“Floor area” shall mean the total gross floor area of the building or structure, but not including any area within the building utilized for the required off-street parking spaces. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.362 Floor area ratio.
“Floor area ratio” shall mean the total floor area of a building on a lot, divided by the total area of the lot.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.364 Fortified wine.
“Fortified wine” shall mean, for the purpose of this Code, any wine to which wine spirits have been added and with an alcohol content in excess of thirteen point five (13.5%) percent and less than twenty-four (24%) percent by volume, except dessert wines commonly referred to and accepted in the marketplace such as vermouth, port, or sherry. (§ 1, Ord. 1135-02 C-M, eff. September 10, 2002)
14-18.366 Foster family home.
“Foster family home” shall mean a boarding home for not more than six (6) aged ambulatory guests as licensed by the Department of Social Wel- fare of the County. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.370 Foster home for children.
“Foster home for children” shall mean a private family home for foster children in which is provided full-time care for not more than six (6) children, including children of the proprietary family, and in which such foster children are resident on a more or less permanent basis and
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participate in a normal family relationship with the proprietary family. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.374 Fourplex.
(See “Dwelling, four-family (fourplex),” Section 14.18.290 of this chapter.) (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.378 Freeway.
“Freeway” shall mean a highway or expressway in respect to which the owners of abutting lands have no right or easement of access to or from their abut- ting lands or in respect to which such owners have only limited or restricted right or easement of access. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff.
September 11, 1980)
14-18.382 Frontage.
“Frontage” shall mean frontage on a public street, place, or way. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.386 Garage, private.
“Garage, private” shall mean a building, or a portion thereof, in which motor vehicles used by the ten- ants of the buildings on the premises are stored or kept. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.390 Garage, public.
“Garage, public” shall mean a structure, or portion thereof, other than a private garage, used for the storage, sale, care, repair, or refinishing of motor vehicles or trailers. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.394 General Plan.
“General Plan” shall mean the “General Plan for the Future Development of the City of Watsonville, California,” as adopted by the Council and as amended from time to time. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.398 Grade (ground level).
“Grade (ground level)” shall mean the average of the finished ground level at the center of all walls of a building. In cases where one or more walls are parallel to and within five (5') feet of a sidewalk, alley, or other public way, the grade shall be measured at the elevation of the sidewalk, alley, or public way.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
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14-18.399 Grocery store (DLU 541).
“Grocery store” shall mean any retail establishment selling consumer products including primarily food and household items, having a gross floor area greater than 10,000 square feet and not selling or displaying alcoholic beverages.
(§ 1, Ord. 1135-02 C-M, eff. September 10, 2002)
14-18.400 Grocery store with beer and wine sales (DLU 541). “Grocery store with beer and wine sales” shall mean any retail establishment selling consumer products including primarily food and household items, having a gross floor area greater than 10,000 square feet and selling beer and wine products. An establishment in possession of a Type 20 License and in excess of 10,000 square feet shall be considered a grocery store with beer and wine sales and shall be subject to the provisions herein affecting such establishments. (§ 1, Ord. 1135-02 C-M, eff. September 10, 2002)
14-18.401 Grocery store with liquor sales (DLU 541).
“Grocery store with liquor sales” shall mean any retail establishment selling consumer products, including primarily food and household items, having a gross floor area greater than 10,000 square feet and selling beer or displaying, wine and distilled spirits. An establishment in possession of a Type 21 License and in excess of 10,000 square feet shall be considered a grocery store with liquor sales and shall be subject to the provisions herein affecting such establishments. (§ 1, Ord. 1135-02 C-M, eff. September 10, 2002)
14-18.402 Group care home.
“Group care home” shall mean a boarding home for seven (7) to fifteen (15) aged ambulatory guests as licensed by the Department of Social Welfare of the County. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.406 Group dwelling.
(See “Dwelling group,” Section 14-18.294 of this chapter.) (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.414 Guest ranch.
“Guest ranch” shall mean a vacation resort, generally a farm or ranch, which derives all or part of its income from the use of its facilities by paying visitors or guests and provides food, lodging, and entertainment.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.418 Guest room.
“Guest room” shall mean any room or rooms used, or intended to be used, by a guest for sleeping purposes without kitchen or cooking facilities as a function of a transient accommodation such as a hotel or motel.
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(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980, § 1, Ord. 1162-03 C-M, eff. October 23, 2003) 14-18.422
14-18.422 Helipad.
“Helipad” shall mean a landing area for helicopters on public or private lands or buildings for the picking up and discharging of passengers or freight.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.426 Heliport.
“Heliport” shall mean a landing area for helicopters on public or private lands providing facilities for fueling, minor maintenance, washing, and storage (tie-down areas or hangars) and which may provide improved terminal facilities.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.427 High-quality transit corridor.
“High-quality transit corridor” shall mean a corridor with fixed route bus service with service intervals no longer than fifteen (15) minutes during peak commute hours, as defined in subdivision (B) of Section 21155 of the Public Resources Code.
(§ 1, Ord. 1441-22 (CM), eff. November 24, 2022)
14-18.430 Home occupation.
“Home occupation” shall mean an occupation conducted entirely within the dwelling unit by the occupants thereof, which occupation is clearly incidental and secondary to the use of the dwelling for residential purposes.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.434 Hospital.
“Hospital” shall mean an institution in which patients are given medical orsurgical care and which is licensed by the State to use the title “hospital” without a qualifying descriptive word. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.438 Hotel.
“Hotel” shall mean any building containing six (6) or more guest rooms intended or designed to be used, or which are used, rented, or hired out to be occupied or which are occupied for sleeping purposes by guests and with access to units primarily from interior lobbies, courts, or halls. (Also see “Motel,” Section 14-18.550 of this chapter.)
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.441 Housekeeping unit.
“Housekeeping unit” shall mean a reasonable number of persons who occupy a single unit for
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housekeeping purposes as a relatively permanent household. (§ 1, Ord. 1201-06 (CM), eff. October 26, 2006)
14-18.442 House pet.
(See “Animal, domestic,” Section 14-18.050 of this chapter.) (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.446 Industrial or I-District.
“Industrial or I-District” shall mean any zoning district classification the symbol for which has an “I” prefix.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.450 Institution for the aged.
“Institution for the aged” shall mean a boarding home for sixteen (16) or more ambulatory aged guests, or which is so organized or administered that its service is essentially institutional in character, regardless of the number of persons to whom care is offered. Such institutions do not provide bed care, medical treatment, or care and treatment of mental illness. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.454 Institution for children.
“Institution for children” shall mean a facility pro- viding fulltime care for sixteen (16) or more children, or which is so organized and administered that its service is essentially institutional in character, regardless of the number of children for whom care is provided. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.458 Junk yard.
“Junk yard” shall mean a place where waste, dis- charged, or salvaged materials are bought, sold, exchanged, baled, packed, disassembled, or handled. The term shall include vehicle wrecking and salvage yards, house wrecking yards, used lumber yards, and places or yards for the storage of salvaged house wrecking and structural steel materials and equipment butshall not include places where such uses are conducted entirely within a completely enclosed building. The term shall not include pawnshops and establishments for the sale, purchase, or storage of used furniture and household equipment (when con- ducted within a completely enclosed building), or for the sale of used cars in operable condition, or salvaged materials incidental to manufacturing operations, nor the holding of damaged or wrecked motor vehicles pending investigation and disposition by any law enforcement agency, court, or insurance adjustor.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.462 Kennel.
“Kennel” shall mean any premises, except where accessory to an agricultural use, where more than three (3) dogsten (10) weeksin age or older are kept. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11,
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14-18.470 Land use classification.
“Land use classification” shall mean the systematic grouping of related land uses (activities on land) to facilitate the collection, tabulation, analysis, and presentation of land use data. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.474 Land Use Classification Code.
“Land Use Classification Code” shall mean the substitution of numerical values for written land use descriptions to facilitate map preparation, zoning district uses, and the electronic data processing of the land use data.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.478 Land Use Classification Manual.
“Land Use Classification Manual” shall mean the written document in booklet form adopted by resolution of the Council which contains the complete and comprehensive grouping of land use classification.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.482 Land Use Coding System.
“Land Use Coding System” shall mean land classifications structured in three (3) categories, major land use (MLU) using one digit, generalized land use (GLU) using two (2) digits, and detailed land use (DLU) using three (3) or more digits, which system provides a comprehensive range of land uses to pro- vide absolute control within various use parameters. The numerical code for MLU is as follows:
MLU 0 Residential
1 Industrial; Retail, Wholesale,
Dealers, Warehousing, Research
2 Industrial; Manufacturing
3 Industrial; Manufacturing
4 Transportation;
Communications and Utilities
5 Commercial
6 Services
7 Public and Quasi-Public
Buildings
8 Public and Quasi-Public Open
Uses
9 Agricultural; Extra-Active and
Non-Urban Open Land
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
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14-18.486 Landscaping.
“Landscaping” shall mean an area developed primarily with lawns, floral beds, ornamental trees, shrubbery, fountains, benches, decorative walls or fences, arches, and the like. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.487 Lattice tower.
“Lattice tower” shall mean a self-supporting sup- port structure, erected on the ground, which consists of metal crossed strips or bars to support antennas and related equipment. (Ord. 1153-03 C-M, eff. April 24, 2003)
14-18.488 Liquor store (DLU 592).
“Liquor store” shall mean any retail establishment selling primarily products containing alcohol, including beer, wine, and distilled spirits, and having a gross floor area of less than 10,000 square feet. An establishment in possession of a Type 21 License, a gross floor area less than 10,000 square feet and which the display of alcohol for sale is greater than twenty (20%) percent of the sales floor area shall be considered a liquor store and subject to the provisions herein affecting such establishments.
(§ 1, Ord. 1135-02 C-M, eff. September 10, 2002)
14-18.490 Living area.
“Living area” shall mean the interior habitable area of a dwelling unit, including basements and attics, but does not include a garage or any attached accessory structure. (§ 1, Ord. 1413-20 (CM), eff. November 26, 2020)
14-18.494 Lot.
“Lot” shall mean a piece or parcel of land, occupied or intended to be occupied, or capable of being occupied, by a permitted principal building or a group of such buildings and accessory buildings, or utilized for a principal use and uses accessory thereto, together with such open spaces as are required by this title, and having frontage on a dedicated, accepted, and improved public street or on a private street which has been approved by the Council, or on a publicly owned plaza, mall, wharf, or parking facility.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.498 Lot area.
“Lot area” shall mean the computed area contained within the lot lines. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.500 Lot coverage.
(See “Coverage,” Section 14.18.250 of this chapter.)
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
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14-18.502 Lot, exterior.
“Lot, exterior” shall mean a lot abutting upon two (2) or more streets at their intersection, or upon two (2) parts of the same street, such streets or parts of the same street forming an interior angle or less than 135 degrees.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.506 Lot depth.
“Lot depth” shall mean the average horizontal distance between the front and the rear lot lines or between the front lot line and the intersection of the two (2) side lot lines if there should be no rear lot line.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.510 Lot, interior.
“Lot, interior” shall mean a lot other than an exterior lot. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.514 Lot line.
“Lot line” shall mean the property line bounding the lot. (a) “Lot line, front” shall mean the line separating the lot from the street or the line separating the principal access to the lot from a publicly owned plaza, mall, or parking facility. In the case of an exterior lot, the front line is the shorter of any two (2) adjacent street lot lines. (b) “Lot line, rear” shall mean the line opposite to, and most distant from, the front lot line, other than a side lot line.
(c) “Lot line,side” shall mean any lot line, other than a front or rear lot line, which intersects a front lot line.
(d) “Lot line, street or alley” shall mean a lot line separating the lot from a street or alley. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.518 Lot of record.
“Lot of record” shall mean a lot or parcel of land held in a separate ownership, as shown on the records of the County Recorder on January 1, 1956, or a lot legally created and recorded subsequent to such date.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.522 Lot, through.
“Lot, through” shall mean a lot having a frontage on two (2) parallel, or approximately parallel, streets.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.526 Lot width.
“Lot width” shall mean the horizontal distance between the side lot lines, measured at right angles
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to the lot depth at a point midway between the front and the rear lot lines. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.527 Low Barrier Navigation Center.
A “Low Barrier Navigation Center,” as defined in Government Code sections 65660-65668, shall mean a Housing First, low barrier, temporary, service-enriched shelter focused on helping homeless individuals and families to quickly obtain permanent housing while case managers connect individuals experiencing homelessness to income, public benefits, health services, shelter, and housing. A Low Barrier Navigation Center may be non-congregate and relocatable. “Low Barrier” means best practices to reduce barriers to entry, and may include, but is not limited to, the following:
(1) The presence of partners if it is not a population-specific site, such as for survivors of domestic violence or sexual assault, women, or youth.
(2) Pets.
(3) The storage of possessions.
(4) Privacy, such as partitions around beds in a dormitory setting or in larger rooms containing more than two beds, or private rooms.
14-18.527528 Major transit stop.
“Major transit stop” is defined as in Section 21064.3 of the GovernmentPublic Resources Code. and means a site containing any of the following:
(a) An existing rail or bus rapid transit station.
(b) A ferry terminal served by either a bus or a rail transit service. (c) The intersection of two (2) or more major bus routes with a frequency of service interval of fifteen (15) twenty (20) minutes or less during the morning and afternoon peak commute period.
(§ 1, Ord. 1441-22 (CM), eff. November 24, 2022)
14-18.530 Major utility facility.
“Major utility facility” shall mean water treatment plants, pumps for water or sewage, tanksfor the storage of water or gas, gas regulating stations, communication equipment buildings, electrical generating plants, electrical distribution and transmission stations, and electric transmission lines with a capacity of more than thirty-four thousand five hundred (34,500) volts. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.532 Malt beverage.
“Malt beverage,” for the purpose of this Code, shall mean any malt beverage product, labeled or, marketed as a malt beverage with an alcohol content greater than five (5%) percent by volume is subject to this Code, except those beverages labeled and accepted in the market place as pilsners, lager beer, ales (all styles), porters, stouts and/or micro-brewed products. (§ 1, Ord. 1135-02 C-M, eff. September 10, 2002)
14-18.534 Marquee.
“Marquee” shall mean a structural flat roof structure attached to and supported by a building and projecting over public property.
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14-18.538 Medical clinic.
“Medical clinic” shall mean an establishment where patients are studied or treated by physicians specializing in various ailments and practicing as a group; also, a dispensary or out-patient department of a hospital.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.540 Mini warehouse.
“Mini warehouse” shall mean a building or group of buildings in a controlled-access and fenced com- pound that contains varying sizes of individual, compartmentalized, and controlled-access stalls or lockers for the dead storage of customers’ goods or wares. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.542 Mobile home.
“Mobile home” shall mean a vehicle constructed in such a manner as to permit occupancy thereof as a dwelling unit and so designed that it is or may be mounted on wheels for conveyance over streets and highways. Mobile homes are considered dwelling units for the purpose of this title only when they are located in mobile home parks.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.546 Mobile home park.
“Mobile home park” shall mean any parcel of land, or portion thereof, which is used or offered for use as a location for one or more mobile homes.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.547 Monitoring protocol.
“Monitoring protocol” shall mean an industry accepted radio-frequency (RF) radiation measurement protocol used to determine compliance with FCC RF radiation exposure standards in accordance with the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements Reports 86 and 119 and consistent with the RF radiation modeling specifications of OET Bulletin 65 (or any supercseding reports/standards) which is to be used to measure the emissions and determine radio-frequency radiation exposure levels from existing and new tele-communications facilities. (Ord. 1153-03 C-M, eff. April 24, 2003)
14-18.548 Monopole.
“Monopole” shall mean a wireless communication facility or site which consists of a single-pole structure, erected on the ground or on top of a structure, to support wireless communication antennas and connecting appurtenances.
(Ord. 1153-03 C-M, eff. April 24, 2003)
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14-18.550 Motel.
“Motel” shall mean a building or a group of buildings designed to provide individual sleeping or living units for transient guests, not more than one-half (1/2) of which such units contain cooking or other kitchen facilities, and with access to the units primarily from exterior courts, malls, balconies, parking areas, or grounds.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.554 Motor court, motor hotel.
(See “Motel,” Section 14-18.550 of this chapter.)
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.558 Multiple dwelling.
(See “Dwelling, multiple,” Section 14-18.298 of this chapter.) (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.560 Nonconforming lot.
“Nonconforming lot” shall mean a lot lawfully created before adoption of this Title but which no longer satisfies any one or more of the minimum width, depth or area standards for the district in which it is located.
(Ord. 1137-02 C-M, eff. September 24, 2002)
14-18.562 Nonconforming structure.
“Nonconforming structure” shall mean a structure lawfully erected before adoption of this Title but which no longer satisfies any one or more of the coverage, yard, structure height, or distance between structures standards of the district in which it is located. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980, as amended by Ord. 1137-02 C-M, eff. September 24, 2002)
14-18.566 Nonconforming use.
“Nonconforming use” shall mean the use of a structure or land lawfully established and maintained before the adoption of this Title but which is no longer a permitted use of the district or is a residential use which does not meet the minimum standards of land-area-per-dwelling-unit for the district in which it is located.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980, as amended by Ord. 1137-02 C-M, eff. September 24, 2002)
14-18.567 Non-Ionizing Electromagnetic Radiation (NEIR). “Non-Ionizing Electromagnetic Radiation” (NEIR) shall mean radiation from the portion of the electromagnetic spectrum with frequencies of insuf- ficient energy to break chemical bonds, including all frequencies below the ultraviolet range such as visi- ble light and radio frequency
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(Ord. 1153-03 C-M, eff. April 24, 2003)
14-18.570 Nursing home.
“Nursing home” shall mean any premises with sleeping rooms where persons are lodged and furnished with meals and nursing care.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.574 Occupancy.
“Occupancy” shall mean the purpose for which a building is used or intended to be used. The term shall also include the building or room housing such use. Change of occupancy is not intended to include change of tenants or proprietors.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.575 Occupant.
“Occupant” shall mean a person or person(s) who permanently reside in a dwelling. 14-18.578 Offshore.
“Offshore” shall mean land below “mean higher high water” as defined by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.582 Onshore.
“Onshore” shall mean land above “mean higher high water” as defined by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.586 Open space, usable.
“Open space, usable” shall mean outdoor area on the ground, roof, balcony, deck, or porch which is designed and used for outdoor living, recreation, pedestrian access, or landscaping. The term shall not include off-street parking or driveway areas, nor shall more than twenty-five (25%) percent of the required open space be assigned to roof or private balcony areas, nor shall such area have a slope greater than ten (10%) percent or any dimension of less than ten (10') feet. The term may include private balconies if their least dimension is four (4') feet or more. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.587 Outdoor motor picture theater.
“Outdoor motor picture theater” shall mean any unenclosed land or premises if each of the following conditions exists:
(a) A stage orscreen is located thereon which is used for the presentation or exhibition of
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(b) Such stage orscreen is visible from any public street or highway, public place, or private residential dwelling; and
(c) The premises on which the stage or screen is located are open to the public upon the payment of a fee or admission charge.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.590 Parking area, private.
“Parking area, private” shall mean an open area for the same use as a private garage. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.594 Parking facility, off-street.
“Parking facility, off-street” shall mean a site, or a portion of a site, devoted to the off-street parking of vehicles, including parking spaces, aisles, access drives, and landscaped areas, and providing vehicular access to a public street.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.598 Parking facility, off-street, temporary.
“Parking facility, off-street, temporary” shall mean an off-street parking facility intended for use during a limited period of time not to exceed one year. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.602 Parking space, off-street.
“Parking space, off-street” shall mean a permanently surfaced area for vehicle parking, measuring not less than nine (9') feet in width by nineteen (19') feet in depth at any point, either within a structure or in the open, and excluding aisles, driveways, and access drives, and connected to a public street, alley, or other public way by a permanently surfaced drive- way or access drive. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.606 Patio shelter.
“Patio shelter” shall mean a roof or approved translucent material, or combination of noncombustible opaque and translucent material, supported upon posts and open on two (2) or more sides.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.610 Performance standards.
“Performance standards” shall mean regulations for the control of the output of dangerous or objectionable elements.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980, as amended by § 9, Ord. 557-82 C-M, eff. July 22, 1982)
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14-18.614 Permitted use.
For the purposes of this title, a permitted use in any district shall mean and include any use listed as a principal permitted use or as an accessory use. The term further includes a conditional use, as listed for the particular district, provided a conditional use permit is obtained. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.618 Private open space.
“Private open space” shall mean an outdoor area either at ground level or on a balcony which is appurtenant to a dwelling unit and designed for the exclusive use of the occupants of that dwelling unit. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.622 Public.
“Public” shall mean a land use or a building open to the public, whether free or upon a fee basis. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.626 Publicly owned.
“Publicly owned” shall mean land or buildings owned or operated by a governmental or other public agency.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.628 Qualified buyer.
“Qualified buyer” shall have the meaning set forth in California Government Code Section 66340.
14-18.629 Qualified nonprofit corporation.
“Qualified nonprofit corporation” shall have the meaning set forth in California Government Code Section 66340.
14-18.630 Quasi-public.
“Quasi-public” shall mean owned privately but open for the use of the public. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.632 Reasonable accommodations.
“Reasonable accommodations” shall mean providing an individual with a disability, or developers of housing for individuals with disabilities, flexibility in the application of land use and zoning regulations or policies, including the modification or waiver of certain requirements when necessary to eliminate barriers to housing opportunities. 14-18.634 Recreation facility, commercial.
“Recreation facility, commercial” shall mean recreation facilities operated as a business and open
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to the general public for a fee.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.638 Recreation facility, private.
“Recreation facility, private” shall mean clubs or noncommercial recreation facilities which are operated by a nonprofit organization and open to bona fide members and guests of such nonprofit organizations.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.642 Recreation facility, public.
“Recreation facility, public” shall mean publicly owned or operated recreation facilities. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.643 Recreation vehicle.
“Recreation vehicle” shall mean a motor home, travel trailer, truck camper, or camping trailer, with or without motive power, designed for human habitation for recreation or emergency occupancy, with a living area less than 220 square feet, excluding built-in equipment, such as wardrobes, closets, kitchen units or fixtures, and bath and toilet rooms. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.644 Rehabilitation facility.
“Rehabilitation facility” shall mean a facility operated for the primary purpose of assisting in the rehabilitation of disabled persons through an integrated program of medical, psychological, social, and vocational evaluation and services under professional supervision. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.645 Residential care facility.
“Residential care facility” shall mean any family home, group care facility, or similar facility deter- mined by the State Department of Social Services, that is maintained and operated to provide nonmedical residential care services for children, adults, or children and adults, including, but not limited to, the physically handicapped, mentally impaired, incompetent persons, and abused or neglected children, and provides twenty-four (24) hour nonmedical care of persons in need of personal services, supervision, or assistance essential for sustaining the activities of daily living or for the protection of the individual. (California Health and Safety Code Section 1502.) (§ 1, Ord. 1374-18 (CM), eff. October 11, 2018)
14-18.650 Residential density.
“Residential density” shall mean the average number of families living on one acre of land in a given area. Net residential density is determined by dividing the total number of families in a defined area by the total acreage of all parcels of land within the area that are used for residential purposes. Gross residential density is obtained by dividing the total number of families in a defined
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area by the total acre- age of all land within the area used for residences, streets, localschools, local parks, and localshopping facilities.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.654 Residential or R-District.
“Residential or R-District” shall mean any district classification the symbol for which has an “R” pre- fix.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.658 Rest home.
(See “Boarding home for the aged,” Section 14-18.130 of this chapter.) (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.659 Restaurant (DLU 5811).
“Restaurant” shall mean an establishment for the sale and consumption of food and beverages on the premises, which may include drive-through or off-site catering services, but shall not display or offer alcohol for sale or possess a valid liquor license. (§ 1, Ord. 1135-02 C-M, eff. September 10, 2002)
14-18.660 Restaurant with beer and wine sales (DLU 5811). “Restaurant with beer and wine sales” shall mean an establishment for the sale and consumption of food and beverages on the premises, which excludes drive-through services, and does not contain a dis- tinct orseparate bar area, or a counter, but offers beer and wine sales when accompanied by regular food service. An establishment in possession of a Type 41 license shall be considered to be a restaurant with beer and wine sales and shall be subject to the provisions herein affecting such establishments.
(§ 1, Ord. 1135-02 C-M, eff. September 10, 2002)
14-18.661 Restaurant with liquor sales (DLU 5811).
“Restaurant with liquor sales” shall mean an establishment for the sale and consumption of food and beverages on the premises, which excludes drive-through services, and does not contain a dis- tinct or separate bar area, or a counter, but offers beer, wine and distilled spirits sales when accompanied by regular food service. An establishment in possession of a Type 47 license and without a separate bar area shall be considered to be a restaurant with liquor sales and shall be subject to the provisions herein affecting such establishments. (§ 1, Ord. 1135-02 C-M, eff. September 10, 2002)
14-18.661.1 Restaurant with bar (DLU 5811).
“Restaurant with bar” shall mean an establishment for the sale and consumption of food and beverages on the premises, which excludes drive-through services, and contains a counter upon and over which alcoholic beverages, including beer, wine, and distilled spirits, are served, or a distinct or separate bar area comprising no more than thirty (30%) percent of the ground floor dining area. An establishment in possession of a Type 47, license shall be considered to be a
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restaurant with a bar and shall be subject to the provisions herein affecting such establishments. (§ 1, Ord. 1135-02 C-M, eff. September 10, 2002)
14-18.662 Retirement home or center.
“Retirement home or center” shall mean multiple dwelling units containing not less than four (4) dwelling units which are designated and intended to provide suitable living quarters and specialized ser- vicesto elderly, or retired, ambulatory persons. Such units shall be designed to serve elderly persons and may include such special facilities and services as, but not limited to, communal cooking and eating areas, special dietary programs, wheelchair ramps, hallway handrails, and other special features and programs intended to serve the needs of elderly, retired persons.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.666 Rezoning or reclassification.
(See “Amendment,” Section 14-18.042 of this chapter.)
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.670 Right-of-way.
“Right-of-way” shall mean the whole or any part of the width of a road, street, or highway, whether or not such entire area is actually used for road, street, or highway purposes. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.678 Salvage yard.
(See “Junk yard,” Section 14-18.458 of this chapter.)
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.680 Sensitive use.
“Sensitive use” shall mean an activity or use of a property which, by its nature, may be adversely affected by adjacent location of an alcohol-sales establishment. This includes public parks, public or private schools, any house of worship, public recreational facilities, civic facilities, hospitals, or licensed day care or child care facilities.
(§ 1, Ord. 1135-02 C-M, eff. September 10, 2002)
14-18.681 Separation requirement.
“Separation requirement” shall mean the required distance as set forth in Table 1 of Section 14-
25.030 between an alcohol-sales establishment and another alcohol-sales establishment or a sensitive use, taken as a linear measurement from the closest public entrance of the alcohol-sales establishment(s) to the exterior boundary of the parcel upon which the sensitive use is located. (§ 1, Ord. 1135-02 C-M, eff. September 10, 2002)
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14-18.682 Service station.
“Service station” shall mean a parcel of land, or any portion of a parcel of land, developed exclusively for the purpose of, and with facilities for, the sale of motor vehicle fuels and which may also pro- vide lubricants, tires, batteries, accessory items, and other customary services for motor vehicles, the delivery of which is made directly to the vehicle. The servicing of motor vehicles shall be generally limited to lubrication, nonmechanical washing, the replacement of spark plugs, lamps, fan belts, and batteries, the repair or replacement of tires and tubes, and minor engine and body repair. Major engine, differential, and transmission repairshall not be permitted.
For the purposes of this title, the term shall also include accessory service stations. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.686 Service station, accessory.
“Service station, accessory” shall mean a facility incidental and secondary to the primary land use and offering motor vehicle fuels for sale. The delivery of such fuel may be made directly to the vehicle by its operator.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.690 Service station, pump island.
“Service station, pump island” shall mean a facility, generally a raised concrete apron, designed primarily to hold motor vehicle fuel dispensing devices and separated from other pump islands by sufficient space for the maneuvering of an automobile. No pump island shall be designed to contain more than three (3) dual outlet dispensing units or a total of six (6) hose outlets. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.694 Setback.
“Setback” shall mean the distance by which any use is required under the provisions of this title to be removed from a property line, street or alley, right-of-way line, building setback base line, mean high tide line, or the like.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.696 Shipping container.
“Shipping container” shall mean any enclosed container constructed of metal, wood, or other mate- rial which container was designed or patterned after structures used in containerized shipping operations.
(§ 1, Ord. 1099-01 C-M, eff. February 22, 2001)
14-18.698 Shopping center.
A “shopping center” shall mean a retail center located outside of the Central Business District that includes:
(a) At least ten (10) separately owned and operated retail businesses; and (b) Located on a single or commonly owned parcel of land or multiple parcels, that collectively comprise at least two and one-half (2.5) acres; and (c) Has at least one (1) anchor tenant having a gross floor area greater than ten thousand
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(10,000) square feet.
(§ 1, Ord. 1384-19 (CM), eff. July 11, 2019)
14-18.702 Shore line.
“Shore line” shall mean the boundary between the land above and land below “mean higher high water,” as defined by the latest United States Coast and Geodetic Survey. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.706 Sign.
(See “Signs,” Chapter 6 of Title 8 of this Code.)
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.708 Single room occupancy unit.
“Single room occupancy (SRO) unit” shall mean a single room separately rented or leased within a residential hotel building containing six (6) or more rooms in accordance with the provisions in the SRO development Standards in Section 14-48.050 of this title. (§ 1, Ord. 1201-06 (CM), eff. October 26, 2006)
14-18.710 Slope.
“Slope” shall mean an inclined ground surface, the inclination of which is expressed as a ratio of horizontal distance to vertical distance.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.711 Specified anatomical area.
"Specified anatomical area" shall mean any of the following areas:
(a) Less than completely and opaqued covered human genitals; or (b) Human male genitals in a discernibly turgid state.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.714 Specific plan.
"Specific plan" shall mean a compilation of all ordinances, maps, regulations, documents, or other descriptive material, based on the General Plan, set ting forth in detail a plan or program for the effectuation of a particular element, or portion of an element, of the General Plan. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.718 Specific Plan Line Map.
"Specific Plan Line Map" shall mean an illustration accurately indicating the precise location of a right-of-way, including any proposed street and the future right-of-way of an existing street as it is pro posed to be widened, and including all lands necessary for the building, widening, or maintenance of any road, street, or highway, including collector streets, local streets, or other types of public way, which planned right-of-way is based upon the intent of
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the General Plan.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.722 Specific Plan of Streets and Highways.
"Specific Plan of Streets and Highways" shall mean that certain appropriately titled compilation of ordinances, maps, documents, indexes, and other de scriptive material which shall set forth in detail all features necessary to assure compliance with the pro visions and requirements of this title.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.726 Specific Plan of Streets and Highway, unit.
"Specific Plan of Streets and Highway, unit" shall mean any ordinance amending a map or regulation adopted by ordinance and made a part of the Specific Plan of Streets and Highways. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.727 Specified sexual activity.
"Specified sexual activity" shall mean any of the following activities:
(a) Human genitals in a state of sexual stimulation or arousal; (b) Acts of human masturbation, sexual inter course, sodomy, or bestiality; or (c) Fondling or other erotic handling of human genitals. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.730 Stable, private.
"Stable, private" shall mean any building, barn, corral, or paddock used or designed to shelter or keep livestock as regulated by this title.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.734 Stable, public or riding.
"Stable, public or riding" shall mean an establishment where livestock is kept, boarded, groomed, or trained for a fee, rented for riding, or bred for sale. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.736 Stealth technology/stealth technique.
"Stealth technology/stealth technique" shall mean camouflaging methods applied to wireless communication towers, antennae and/or other sites/facilities which render them visually inconspicuous.
(Ord. 1153-03 C-M, eff. April 24, 2003)
14-18.738 Story.
"Story" shall mean that portion of a building included between the upper surface of any floor and the upper surface of the floor next above, except that the topmost story shall be that portion of a building included between the upper surface of the topmost floor and the ceiling
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or roof above. If the finished floor level directly above a basement or cellar is more than six (6') feet above grade, as defined in this chapter, such basement or cellarshall be considered a story.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.742 Story, half.
"Story, half' shall mean a partial story under a gable, hip, or gambrel roof, of which the wall plates of two (2) opposite exterior walls are not more than four (4') feet above the floor. Any partial story used for residence purposes shall be deemed a full story. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.746 Story, first.
"Story, first" shall mean the lowest or the ground story of any building, the floor of which is not more than twelve (12") inches below the average contact ground level at the exterior walls of the building, except that any basement or cellar used for residential purposes shall be deemed the first story.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.750 Story, mezzanine.
"Story, mezzanine" shall mean an intermediate floor placed in any story or room. When the total area of any such mezzanine exceeds thirty-three and one third (33-1/3%) percent of the total floor area in that room, it shall be considered as constituting an additional story. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.754 Street.
"Street" shall mean a way, the entire width of which is within a publicly owned right-of-way and which contains pedestrian, vehicular, and utility improvements, facilities, and appurtenances. The term shall include avenue, drive, road, circle, parkway, boulevard, highway, thoroughfare, or any other similar term.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.758 Street, center line of.
"Street, center line of' shall mean the line drawn at points midway between the face of curbs of an improved street or as determined by the City Engineer, in the case of unimproved or partially improved streets.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.762 Street, collector.
"Street, collector" shall mean a street which pro vides access from local streets to majorarterial streets.
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14-18.766 Street, industrial.
"Street, industrial" shall mean a street which serves an area primarily developed or intended to be developed in industrial uses.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.770 Street, local.
"Street, local" shall mean a street which provides direct accessto abutting properties, primarily in residential districts.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.774 Street, major arterial.
"Street, major arterial" shall mean a street de signed to serve high volume inter and intra-City traffic and to act as a distributor between freeways, and other thoroughfares, and major traffic generators.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.778 Street, major divided.
“Street, major divided” shall mean a major street developed in such a way that opposing lanes of traffic are separated from each other by a median barrier or strip. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.782 Street, private.
“Street, private” shall mean a right-of-way or easement in private ownership, not dedicated or maintained as a public street, and not an alley, and which affords the principal means of access to two (2) or more sites.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.786 Street, public.
“Street, public” shall mean any dedicated street accepted by the City for maintenance. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.790 Structure.
“Structure” shall mean anything which is built or constructed or any piece of work artificially built up or composed of parts jointed in some definite manner. (Also see “Building”, Section 14-
18.146 of this chapter.)
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
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14-18.794 Structure, temporary.
“Structure, temporary” shall mean a structure designed and intended to be located on a site for a period not to exceed one year, subject to the renewal of the permit therefor; not affixed to a permanent foundation; and capable of being easily and readily moved or transported from location to location. A “permanent foundation” is the supporting part of a structure intended to last indefinitely without change to either the foundation or structure. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.795 Supportive housing.
“Supportive housing” shall mean housing with no limit on length of stay, that is occupied by the target population as defined in Section 14-18.802.1, and that is linked to on-site or off-site services that assist the supportive housing resident in retaining the housing, improving his or her health status, and maximizing his or her ability to live and, when possible, work in the community. (§ 1, Ord. 1374-18 (CM), eff. October 11, 2018)
14-18.798 Swimming pool.
“Swimming pool” shall mean every outdoor pool, lake, or other natural or artificial body of water designed, constructed, or used for swimming, dip- ping, or immersion purposes and having a depth in excess of twenty-four (24") inches or with a surface area exceeding 100 square feet. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.802 Swimming pool, outdoor.
“Swimming pool, outdoor” shall mean any swimming pool which it open on any one side or at the top.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.802.1 Target population.
“Target population” shall mean adults with low income having one (1) or more disabilities including mental illness, HIV or AIDS, substance abuse, or other chronic health conditions, or individuals eligible for services provided under the Lanterman Development Disabilities Services Act (Division 4.5, commencing with Section 4500 of the Welfare and Institutions Code) and may, among other populations, include families with children, elderly per- sons, young adults aging out of the foster care system, individuals exiting from institutional set- tings, veterans, or homeless people.
(§ 1, Ord. 1374-18 (CM), eff. October 11, 2018)
14-18.803 Telecommunications facility.
“Telecommunications facility” shall mean a stand-alone facility located on a legal parcel, vacant or otherwise, or an easement that transmits and/or receives electromagnetic or electro-optic signals and which may include accessory equipment and equipment shelters. This use does not include any other use listed in this code that is not used for communication, or radio frequency machines
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which have an effective radiated power of one hundred (100) watts or less. 14.1 8.804. (Ord. 1153-03 C-M, eff. April 24, 2003)
14-18.804 Telecommunications site.
“Telecommunications site” shall mean an ancillary facility that transmits and/or receives electromagnetic or electrooptic signals, which is placed on an existing structure or is collocated on an existing tele-communications structure. This may also include accessory equipment and equipment shelters. This use does not include any other use listed in this code that is not used for communication, or radio frequency machines which have an effective radiated power of one hundred (100) watts or less. The height of the telecommunications site includes all antenna array structures.
(Ord. 1153-03 C-M, eff. April 24, 2003)
14-18.805 Telecommunications tower.
“Telecommunications tower” shall mean a mast, pole, monopole, guyed tower, lattice tower, free-standing tower, or other structure designed and primarily used to support antennas. A ground or building mounted mast greater than ten feet (10') tall and six inches (6") in diameter supporting one or more antenna, dishes, arrays, etc.shall be considered a telecommunications tower. (Ord. 1153-03 C-M, eff. April 24, 2003)
14-18.806 Tideland.
“Tideland” shall mean land between “mean higher high water” and “mean lower low water” as defined by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.810 Title.
As used in thistitle, “title” shall mean and refer to Title 14 of this Code. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.814 Townhouse.
(See “Dwelling, townhouse”, Section 14-18.310 of this chapter.) (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.818 Townhouse group.
(See “Dwelling, townhouse group”, Section 14-18.314 of this chapter.) (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.822 Trailer.
“Trailer” shall mean any vehicle constructed in such a manner as to permit the occupancy thereof as living or sleeping quarters, or the conduct of any business, trade, or occupation, or the use as a
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selling or advertising device, or its use for storage or conveyance for tools, equipment, or machinery and so designed that it is, or may be, mounted on wheels and may be used as a conveyance on highways and streets, propelled or drawn by other than a self-contained source of motive power.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.826 Trailer camp, trailer park.
“Trailer camp, trailer park” shall mean any parcel of land, or portion thereof, which is used or offered for use as a location for one or more trailers used by any of the residential purposes set forth in this title.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.828 Transitional housing and transitional housing development. “Transitional housing and transitional housing development” shall mean temporary housing provided to individuals or families recovering from the effects of economic dislocation or emotional/mental problems and/or substance abuse. Transitional housing is meant to be a bridge between not having stable housing and moving into a permanent home. Transitional hHousing involving ontypically provides various treatment options onsite including individual or group counseling, mental therapy, case management, vocational skills, and legal aid. -site therapy and supervision in the manner of a halfway houseresidential treatment center is subject to the same regulations as a group care home. “Transitional housing and transitional housing development” shall also mean buildings configured as rental housing developments, but operated under program requirements that call for the termination of assistance and recirculation of the assisted unit to another eligible program recipient at some predetermined future point in time, which shall be no less than six (6) months.
(§ 2, Ord. 846-90 C-M, eff. July 26, 1990, as amend- ed by § 1, Ord. 1374-18 (CM), eff. October 11, 2018)
14-18.830 Triplex.
(See “Dwelling, three-family (triplex)”, Section 14-18.306 of this chapter.) (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.831 Two (2) unit development.
A “two (2) unit development” is defined as two primary dwelling units with minimum living space of eight hundred (800) square feet. The two (2) unit development may be in the form of a duplex, or two (2) detached units. A two (2) unit development must also comply with all Watsonville Municipal Code requirements and is limited to the R-1 zoning district. (§ 1, Ord. 1441-22 (CM), eff. November 24, 2022)
14-18.832 Unbuildable land area.
“Unbuildable land area” shall mean any land area which comes within one or more of the following:
(a) Sloughs and other areas subject to inundation on a regular basis as determined by the City
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and other agencies having jurisdiction;
(b) Areas subject to active seismic faulting as defined by State law; (c) Slopes with grades in excess of thirty (30%) percent; (d) Areas subject to high liquefaction probability, based on detailed site investigations by a registered soils engineer;
(e) Areas subject to landside or unstable soil conditions such that improvements would be likely to sustain damage or loss, including potential hazard to occupants, based on detailed site investigations and the recommendations of a registered soils engineer; and (f) Class I and Class II soils capable of being used for agricultural purposes when zoned as A-1 Exclusive Agricultural District.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.834 Underwater land.
“Underwater land” shall mean land below “mean lower low water” as defined by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.835 Urban lot split.
An “urban lot split” is defined as a subdivision of an existing parcel to create no more than two (2) new parcels of approximately equal lot area; provided, that one (1) parcel shall not be smaller than forty (40%) percent of lot area of the original parcel pro- posed for subdivision. Urban lot splits are limited to the R-1 zoning district and shall comply with all Watsonville Municipal Code requirements.
(§ 1, Ord. 1441-22 (CM), eff. November 24, 2022)
14-18.838 Use, accessory.
(See “Accessory use or structure”, Section 14-18.014 of this chapter.) (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.842 Use, conditional.
(See “Permitted use”, Section 14-18.614, “Conditional use permit, administrative”, Section 14-
18.230, and “Conditional use permit, special”, Section 14-18.234 of this chapter.) (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.846 Use, permitted.
(See “Permitted use”, Section 14-18.614 of this chapter.) (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.850 Variance.
“Variance” shall mean the term applied to the procedure whereby the strict application of the provisions of this title relating to height, area, yard requirements, and the like may be modified in
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a particular instance. The term “variance” shall not apply to a use modification. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.854 Veterinary clinic.
“Veterinary clinic” shall mean an infirmary for the treatment of animals, not including overnight care.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.858 Veterinary hospital.
“Veterinary hospital” shall mean an establishment for the care and treatment of the diseases and injuries of animals and where animals may be boarded during their convalescence. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.862 Waterfront land.
“Waterfront land” shall mean any lot above “mean higher high water”, as defined by the United States Coast and Geodetic Survey, and having front- age directly upon the shore line as defined in this chapter.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.866 Wrecking yard.
(See “Junk yard”, Section 14-18.458 of this chapter.)
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.870 Yard.
“Yard” shall mean an open space, other than a court, on the same lot with a building, which open space is unoccupied and unobstructed from the ground to the sky, except for such encroachments as are specifically permitted by this title.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.874 Yard, front.
“Yard, front” shall mean an open space extending the full width of the lot, measured between the building closest to the front lot line and said front lot line. “Front yard, least depth” shall mean the shortest horizontal distance between any part of a building and the front lot line, or any official setback line, or any adopted plan line, whichever is applicable. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.878 Yard, rear.
“Yard, rear” shall mean an open space measured between the main building and the rear lot line or the center line of an abutting street or alley.
“Rear yard, least depth” shall mean the shortest horizontal distance between any part of the main
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building and the rear lot line.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.882 Yard, side.
“Yard, side” shall mean an open space extending from the front yard to the rear yard between a building and the adjacent side lot line.
“Side yard, least width” shall mean the shortest horizontal distance between any part of a building and the adjacent side lot line.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.886 Yard, exterior side.
“Yard, exterior side” shall mean a side yard adjacent to a street, alley, court, or other required open space.
“Exterior side yard, least width” shall mean the shortest horizontal distance between any part of a building and the adjacentstreet, alley, court, or other required open space, or any official setback line, or any adopted plan line, whichever is applicable. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.890 Young farmer project.
“Young farmer project” shall mean an agriculture education endeavor undertaken by a child between the ages of ten (10) and eighteen (18), inclusive, for a limited period of time, and as part of the activities of an organized group dedicated to furthering agriculture and agricultural interests of children.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.894 Zone of interest.
“Zone of interest” shall mean all of the area within a distance of 100 feet of the exterior boundaries of the parcel to which a structure is proposed to be moved or constructed. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.898 Zoning Map.
“Zoning Map” shall mean the officially adopted Zoning Map or Maps of the City, together with all amendments subsequently adopted.
(Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
14-18.902 Zoning Ordinance.
“Zoning Ordinance” shall mean Title 14 of this Code consisting of the officially adopted Zoning Map and text.
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14-18.906 Zoning classification, more restrictive.
“Zoning classification, more restrictive” shall mean a zoning district in which the regulations allow uses of lesser intensity or fewer types, under more restrictive regulations, relating to yards, height of building, lot coverage, and the like, than those of another district. (Ord. 506-80 C-M, eff. September 11, 1980)
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Chapter 14-23
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS* Sections:
14-23.006 005 Purpose.
14-23.010 Definitions.Applicability
14-23.020 Maximum number of occupants.Density Eexemption 14-23.030 ADU and JADU use standards.
14-23.040 ADU and JADU design standards.
14-23.050 Fire sprinkler standards.
14-23.060 Parking standards.
14-23.070 Nonprofit affordable ADU or JADU development. 14-23.080 Impact fees.
14-23.090 Utility connections.
14-23.100 Deferred code enforcement.
14-23.110 Restrictions.
14-23.120 Permitting and processing requirements.
*Chapter 14-23, entitled “Accessory Dwelling Units,” consisting of Sections 14-23.010 through 14-
23.040, codified from Ordinance No. 1162-03 C-M, effective October 23, 2003, repealed and replaced by Ordinance No. 1414-20 (CM), effective November 26, 2020. 14-23.006 005 Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs) consistent with California Code of Regulations Title 7, Division 1, Chapter 13, and California Government Code Sections 66310 - 66342, as may be renumbered or amended (ADU/JADU State Law”).
14-23.010 Applicability.
This article allows accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in all zones which permit single-family, or multifamily dwellings or religious assembly uses and allows junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs) in all zones which permit single-family dwellings. ADUs and JADUs shall be governed by the requirements set forth in ADU/JADU State Law referenced above except in cases outlined in this Chapter where the City of Watsonville is more permissive.
The purpose of this chapter establishes the devel- opment standards for permitting accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units within the City of Watsonville, in accordance with Section 65852.2, Section 65852.22, Section 65852.26 of the California Government Code, and Section 17980.12 of the Health and Safety Code, as amended by SB 13, AB 68, AB 587, AB 670, and AB 881, effective January 1, 2020.
(§ 1, Ord. 1414-20 (CM), eff. November 26, 2020)
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14-23.008020 Density Eexemption.
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 66319, accessory dwelling unitsADUs that conform to sSection 66314 and junior accessory dwelling units are not included in the minimum or maximum density calculations established by the underlying zoning district. Pursuant to California Government Code Sections 66337 and 66338, JADUs shall not be considered a separate or new dwelling unit, and thus not included in density calculations, and therefore wouldn’t count towards density. 14-23.010 Definitions.
(a) “Primary dwelling unit” shall mean the existing or proposed single-family dwelling located in a parcel meeting all development standards for the underlying zoning district. (§ 1, Ord. 1414-20 (CM), eff. November 26, 2020)
(b) “Accessory dwelling unit” or “ADU” shall have the meaning set forth in Section 14-18.324. (c) “Junior accessory dwelling unit” or “JADU” shall have the meaning set forth in Section 14-18.325. “Occupant” shall mean a person or person(s) who permanently reside in a dwelling. 14-23.020 Maximum number of occupants.
Occupants shall be limited to no more than two (2) persons for an efficiency dwelling unit as defined in Section 17958.1 of the Health and Safety Code, three (3) persons for a one-bedroom dwelling unit, four (4) persons for a two-bedroom dwelling unit, and five (5) persons for a three-bedroom dwelling unit. (§ 1, Ord. 1414-20 (CM), eff. November 26, 2020)
14-23.030 ADU and JADU use standards.
(a) Maximum ADU Living AreaObjective Standards for State-Exempt ADUs. State-Exempt Units must meet the objective standards expressly provided in California Government Code Section 66323. . No additional development standards, design standards, or discretionary review requirements shall be imposed on a State-Exempt Unit beyond those expressly provided in California Government Code Section 66323.
Objective Standards for Non-Exempt ADUs.
(b) Non-exempt ADUs shall comply with the standards set forth in California Government Code Sections 66314 - ,66332 except as otherwise provided herein, where the City of Watsonville establishes more permissive standards. .
(a)(c) Objective Standards for JADUs. Non-exempt JADUs shall comply with the standards set forth in California Government Code Sections 66323 and 66333-66339, except as otherwise provided herein, where the City of Watsonville establishes more permissive standards. (b)(d) Maximum Units and ADU Living Area for Large Lots. . The maximum permitted number of units and living area for nNon-exempt ADUs on large lots (10,000 square feet or more in area) in any residential district shall not be the greater of the allowance provided in 14-23.030(a), (b), or the standards set forth inexceed that shown in Table 1.
Table 1
Maximum ADU Units and Living Area for Large Single-Family Lots
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Lot Size (SF) Maximum ADU Living Area (SF)
Lots less than 5,999 SF One 850 SF (maximum one (1) bedroom) Lots less than 9,999 SF One 1,000 SF
(maximum two (2) bedrooms)
Lots greater than 10,000 SF One (1) ADU up to 1,200 SF
and(maximum three (3) bedrooms)
One (1) JADU
Lots greater than 12,000 SF One (1) ADU up to 1,200 SF
(maximum three (3) bedrooms), or
or
tTwo (2) ADUs up to ADUs (maximum 750 SF each, for a
combined maximum of up to 1,500 SF
and
One (1) JADU
and (maximum two (2) bedrooms each)
(c) The number of ADUs and JADUs on any one (1) parcel in any residential district shall not exceed the number shown in Table 2.
Table 2
Number of Permissible ADUs or JADUs
District R-1 R1PRM-2/RM-3
ADUs
Permitted
11 1 25% of
number of
units when
converting a
portion of an
existing
structure not
used as livable
space2 or up to
two (2) new
detached units
125% of
number of
units when
converting
a portion
of an
1 1 One ADU and
one (1) JADU
if a singlefamily
dwelling exists
on the lot at
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existing
structure
not used as
livable
space2 or
up to two
(2) new
detached
unitsJADU
s
Permitted
time of
application3
1 Subject to subsection (a) of this section. Townhomes and condominium units are not eligible for an ADU or JADU. Multifamily planned developments are not eligible for an ADU but can have a JADU subject to all requirements outlined in this chapter. 2 Conversion of existing multifamily dwelling structures must meet all applicable building and fire codes. A multifamily dwelling structure is a structure with two (2) or more attached dwellings on a single lot (i.e., apartment buildings). Multiple detached single-unit dwellings on the same lot are not considered multifamily dwellings. Multiple detached single-unit dwellings on the same lot are allowed one (1) ADU and must meet all requirements outlined in this chap- ter. 3 JADUs are permitted in an RM-2 or RM-3 or PD District only if the lot contains one (1) existing single-family dwelling.
(d) The minimum setback distances for ADUs and JADUs on any one (1) parcel in any residential district shall be not less than shown in Table 3.
Table 3 Minimum Setback Distance
District R-1 RM-2 RM-2/
RM-3
Front yard 20'
Interior side
yard
4'
Exterior side
yard
10'
Rear yard 4'
Setback
from
alleyway
5'
(e) Maximum Building Height. The maximum building height for any Non-eExempt UnitsADU and JADU on any one (1) parcel in any residential district shall be as set forth in California Government Code Section 66321(b)(4). .
(f) Height Incentive. ADUs shall may exceed the state maximum height limits established in Section 14-23.030(cd)California Government Code Section 66321 as set forth in Table 2 if s where an ADU is provided over on-site dedicated parking (One space per ADU) is provided beneath for for the the ADU
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unit. The maximum allowable height shall be the greater of the height permitted in 14-23.030(c) or the standards set forth in , as be not more than shown in Table 42. (e)
Table 4 2 Maximum Building Height Incentive for Non-exempt Units District R-1 R-2 RM-2/ RM-3
Attached/Detached ADU with onsite dedicated parking for the ADU28' Detached ADU with on-site
dedicated parking
28'
Conversions of existing
accessory structures
16'
A JADU shall be contained within a proposed or existing single-family dwelling and subject to a maximum size of five hundred (500) square feet of living space. An expansion to an existing singlefamily dwelling may include not more than one hundred fifty (150) square feet beyond the same physical dimensions as the existing single-family dwelling. Such expansion beyond the physical dimensions of the existing single-family dwelling shall be limited to accommodating ingress and egress. The JADU shall have its own exterior access separate from the existing single-family dwelling. (f) Accessory Structures. If the proposed ADU is attached to an existing dwelling unit, any increase in floor area of the dwelling unit to accommodate an attached ADU shall not exceed fifty (50%) percent of the existing dwelling unit living area or eight hundred fifty (850) square feet, whichever is less. (g) If the a Non-exempt ADU is not attached to an existing dwelling unit but is attached to or above an accessory structure, that accessory structure shall comply with subsections (g)(1), (2) and (3) of thisthe following: section:
(1) The accessory structure shall not contain any restroom facilities.
The attached accessory structure may have interior access to the ADU. (2) The requirements of Section 66321(b)(4) 66323(a) of the California Government Code. (3) If a detached existing legally constructed accessory structure is converted into an ADU and rebuilt in the same location and to the same dimensions as the existing accessory structure, the conversion may include an expansion of no more than one hundred fifty (150) square feet beyond the existing physical building footprint to accommodate ingress and egress. The rebuilt accessory structure may be allowed in the same location so long as the building height does not exceed sixteen (16') feet. Any expansions to accommodate ingress and egress shall meet minimum fire and building code setbacks.
(4) (§ 1, Ord. 1414-20 (CM), eff. November 26, 2020)
(2)
14-23.040 ADU and JADU design standards for non- exempt units. (a) Exterior. The exterior design of the a non-exempt ADU or JADU unit shall match the architectural style, roof form and pitch, exterior colors and finishes of the existing dwelling unit and/or the multiEXHIBIT A Exhibit A
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family development when the existing structure is listed on a local, state or national historic register, or be eligible to be on such register.be consistent with the principal residence and/or multifamily development as well as the immediate neighborhood. Building materials, architectural style, roof form and pitch, height, scale, exterior colors and finishes shall be substantially the same as the existing dwelling unit and/or the multi-family development.
(b) Landscaping. No less than twenty (20%) percent of the lot shall be landscaped. All areas of the site that are not utilized for buildings, patios, park- ing, pedestrian or vehicular access shall be land- scaped and provided with a permanent irrigation system. The front yard shall be landscaped, exclusive of walkways and driveways.
(c)(b) Private Open Space/Patios and Decks. Each detached ADU associated with an existing or new single-family unit, or a detached ADU associated with a new multi-family unit, or JADU shall have include a deck or a patio, directly adjoining individual the ADUunits. The minimum private open space required for each ADU unit shall be no less than ninety-six (96) square feet with a minimum width dimension of eight six (6'8') feet in either direction for a deck or /patio and eight (8')20 square feet for landscaped areaing.
(d) Access. The ADU or JADU entrance shall face the interior of the property unless the ADU or JADU is directly adjacent to an alleyway or a public street.
(e)(c) Window Design. Windows on the upper floor of an ADU that which face an adjoining residential property shall protect provide the privacy of neighbors; alternatively, fencing or landscapinglandscaping or fencing to shall be required to provide for screening.be limited to clerestory windows or windows with frosted glass.
(§ 1, Ord. 1414-20 (CM), eff. November 26, 2020)
14-23.050 Fire sprinkler standards.
Except when the primary dwelling or existing multifamily structure does not contain or require a sprinkler system, all newly constructed ADUs and JADUs shall comply with Chapter 8-9 (Fire Code) for residential fire sprinkler systems.
(§ 1, Ord. 1414-20 (CM), eff. November 26, 2020)
14-23.060 14-23.060 Parking standards.
(a) State-Exempt UnitsJADUs. No parking spaces are required for for state exempt ADUs or JADUs in accordance with California Government Code Section s 66322 for ADUS and 66334 .for JADUs. (a)
(b) State-Exempt ADUs. No parking spaces are required per Section 66323 of theCalifornia Government Code Section 66323.
(b) Non-Exempt ADUsNon-Exempt ADU Units. All ADUs shall provide oneOne (1) parking space per unit ADU or per bedroom, whichever is less, which space may be provided as tandem parking on an existing driveway apron.per California Government Code Section 66314 (d)(10) and the exceptions identified in aSection 66322.and the exceptions identified in Section 66322. (c)
(a)(d) The main residential unit(s) shall comply with the City’s parking and loading ordinance in Chapter 14-17, except for conversions of existing covered parking to accommodate an ADU, in which case replacement covered parking shall not be required.
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(c) All ADUs shall provide one (1) parking space per unit or per bedroom, whichever is less, which space may be provided as tandem parking on an existing driveway apron.
(b) No additional off-street parking required if converting an existing garage, carport, or covered parking structure.
(c) No additional off-street parking required if converting an existing residential space. (d) No off-street parking shall be required if any one (1) of the following findings is made:
(1) The ADU is within one-half (1/2) mile of a public transit bus stop. (2) The ADU is within an architecturally and/or historically significant district. (3) On-street parking permits are required but not available to the occupant of the ADU.
(4) A car share vehicle is located within one (1) block of the unit. (§ 1, Ord. 1414-20 (CM), eff. November 26, 2020)
14-23.070 Nonprofit affordable ADU or JADU development.
Development of an ADU by a nonprofit housing developer to create an affordable unit may sell the ADU separately. Such ADU shall meet all requirements of Chapter 14-46 (Affordable Housing Ordinance).
1. An ADU developed by a qualified nonprofit housing developer may be sold separately from the primary dwelling, provided thatif all ofalls 663410-66342.
2. The ADU is subject to all provisions and requirements outlined in Chapter 14-46 (Affordable Housing Ordinance), including but not limited to affordability covenants, income eligibility restrictions, and ongoing monitoring and reporting requirements.
This section is intended to facilitate the creation and preservation of affordable housing units while ensuring long-term affordability and compliance with applicable state and local regulations. (§ 1, Ord. 1414-20 (CM), eff. November 26, 2020)
14-23.080 Impact fees.
(a) Any ADU proposed to be less than seven hundred fifty (750) square feet shall not be subject to development impact fees (parks, traffic, etc.). For the purposes of this section, “impact fee” has the same meaning as the term “fee” defined in Section 66000(b) of the California Government Code, except that it also includes fees specified inImpact fees charged for the construction of accessory dwelling unitsADUs shall be in accordance with California Government Code Section 66477 66324 of the Government Code and impact fees for JADUs shall be in accordance with Section 66338 . (1) ADUs over seven hundred fifty (750) square feet shall be charged impact fees proportionate to fees applicable to the primary dwelling, determined as a ratio of square footage. The ratio shall be determined by comparing the square foot living space of the ADU to the living space of the existing primary dwelling. (§ 1, Ord. 1414-20 (CM), eff. November 26, 2020)
14-23.090 Utility connections.
Requirements for utility connections shall be in accordance with Section 66324 of the California Government Code for ADUs and Section 66338 of the California Government Code for JADUs.
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14-23.100 Separate utility connections are not required for ADUs less than seven hundred fifty (750) square feet, unless the ADU is being constructed in con- junction with a new single-family dwelling.
(§ 1, Ord. 1414-20 (CM), eff. November 26, 2020)
14-23.100 Deferred code enforcement.
Until 2030, any ADU constructed without permits before January 1, 2020, that face code enforcement action may request a delay of up to five (5) years in enforcement so long as the illegally constructed unit complies with Section 17980.12 of the California Health and Safety Code. Additionally, a property owner may request amnesty from code enforcement if the property owner discloses the code violation to the City before January 1, 2030.
(a) If the owner is requesting amnesty and/or a delay in code enforcement, the owner shall submit an application to the Building Official requesting that enforcement of the violation be delayed for five (5) years from the activation date of the code enforcement case, on the basis that correcting the violation is not necessary to protect health and safety. (b) The Building Official may approve the application for delay in code enforcement action if the Building Official finds that correcting the violation is not necessary to protect health and safety. In making this determination, the Building Official shall confirm with the Fire Marshal that the nonpermitted ADU/JADU does not constitute a threat to health and safety. The approval shall be granted withunder the following conditions:
(a) The unit shall be vacated before approval, verified by a site inspection. (b) All nonpermitted sewer and water lines shall be capped outside the building footprint of the unit. All nonpermitted electric service shall be disconnected.
(c) The unit receiving a delay in code enforcement action must remain vacant for the agreed-upon term or until such time that the unit has been brought into full compliance with all development codes.
Noncompliance with this section shall be subject to administrative citations as outlined in Chapter 1- 2, Penalty Provisions.
(d) If a property owner freely discloses the existence of a nonpermitted ADU or JADU before January 1, 2030, outside of any code enforcement action, the Building Official may reduce building permit fees for the legalization of the unit by fifty (50%) percent. (e)(b) This section shall remain in effect until January 1, 2035, and as of that date shall be repealed. (§ 1, Ord. 1414-20 (CM), eff. November 26, 2020)
14-23.110 14-23.110 Restrictions.
(a) For construction of ADUs on vacant parcels, a building permit application shall be delayed until a building permit to construct the primary single-family dwelling has been issued. (a) Certificate of Occupancy. Pursuant to Section 66328 of the California Government Code, theThe City shall not issue a certificate of occupancy for an accessory dwelling unitADU before the City issues a certificate of occupancy for the primary dwelling, or as per Section 66328 of the California Government Code.
(b) Length of Tenancy. The sState-exempt Units ADU, JADU, and/or the primary unit shall not be used as a short-term or vacation rental not be rented for a period less than thirty (30) days. for less than thirty-one (3031) consecutive days or as per Government Code section 66323(e). (b)
(c) Owner Occupancy of JADUs. . .For all proposed JADUs, owner-occupancy in the single-family
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dwelling or the newly created JADU is required, or as per California Government Code sSection 66333(b).
(d) JADU Deed Restriction. . A by deed restriction on any JADU unit shall be recorded at the County of Santa Cruz Recorder’s Office, per the requirements of California Government Code sSection 66333(c). Proof of recordation shall be provided to the City before building permit issuance. Owneroccupancy shall not be required if the owner is another governmental agency, land trust, or nonprofit housing organization.
(c)
(e) ADU Sale Prohibited. An ADUaccessory dwelling unit shall not be sold or otherwise conveyed separately from the main building unless it meets the conditions of Section 14-23.070. (d) A restriction on the sale of the ADU or JADU separate from the sale of the single-family dwelling, including a statement that the deed restriction may be enforced against future purchasers, shall be recorded with the County of Santa Cruz Recorder’s Office. (f) Lot Split. Pursuant to the authority provided by Section 65852.21(f) of the California Government Code, notwithstanding any other provision in this chapter, no accessory dwelling unit or junior accessory dwelling unit shall be permitted on any lot in the R-1 or R-1P zone if: (1) an urban lot split has previously been approved for the lot pursuant to Chapter 13-13 herein. (§ 1, Ord. 1414-20 (CM), eff. November 26, 2020, § 1, Ord. 1442-22 (CM), eff. November 24, 2022) 14-23.120 Permitting and Pprocessing Rrequirements.
a) An application for a permit for a JADU shall be reviewed per the requirements of Sections 66317, 66323, 66332, and 66334-66339 of the Government Code.
a) An application for an ADU shall be reviewed per the requirements of Sections 66317, 66322(b), 66323 and 66332 of the California Government Code.
An application for a permit for a JADU shall be reviewed per the requirements of Sections 66317, 66323, 66332, and 66334-66339 of the California Government Code. b)
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Exhibit A
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Chapter 14-47
DENSITY BONUS
Sections:
14-47.010 Title.
14-47.011 Authority.
14-47.020 Intent.
14-47.030 Applicability.
14-47.040 Definitions.
14-47.050 Inclusionary Unit Restrictions.
14-47.060 Density Bonuses, Incentives, and Concessions for Construction of Affordable Housing. 14-47.070 Density Bonus for Land Donation.
14-47.080 Density Bonus or Incentive or Concession for Day Care Centers. 14-47.090 Density Bonus for Condominium Conversions.
14-47.100 Affordability and occupancy standards.
14-47.110 Development Standards.
14-47.120 Development Incentives or Concessions.
14-47.130 Application Requirements.
14-47.140 Review of Application.
14-47.150 Modifications.
14-47.150 160 Density Bonus Housing Agreement.
14-47.160 170 Enforcement.
14-47.010 Title.
The provisions of this Chapter shall be known collectively as the Density Bonus Ordinance of the City of Watsonville.
(§ 1, Ord. 1193-06 (CM), eff. April 27, 2006)
14-47.011 Authority.
This Chapter is adopted to comply with the requirements of Chapter 4.2 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the California Government Code, commencing with Section 65915. (§ 1, Ord. 1193-06 (CM), eff. April 27, 2006)
14-47.020 Adoption of State Density Bonus Law and IntentIntent. (a) (a) It is the intent of the Council in adopting this Chapter to adopt Government Code sSection 65915 et seq. (“State Density Bonus Law”) by reference and specify how compliance with Section 65915 State Density Bonus Law will be implemented. as required by Subdivision (a) of Section 65915 of the Government Code.
Compliance with Section 65915 will generally occur by granting applicants density bonuses or other incentives or concessions if an applicant seeks and agrees to construct a Residential Housing Development which contains certain housing for very low, lower, and moderate income households, senior households, transitional foster youth, disabled veterans, homeless persons, low income students in a student housing development, and for the provision of Day Care Centers and donations of land.
(b) (b) It is also the intent of the Council in adopting this Chapter to implement the goals, objectives, and policies of the Housing Element of the City's General Plan. (§ 1, Ord. 1193-06 (CM), eff. April 27, 2006)
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Exhibit A
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14-47.030 Applicability.
The Density Bonus of this Chapter applies to any Residential Housing Development in the City of Watsonville. If any portion of this Chapter conflicts with State Density Bonus Law, State Density Bonus Law shall supersede this Chapter. Any ambiguities in this Chapter shall be interpreted to be consistent with State Density Bonus Law.
(§ 1, Ord. 1193-06 (CM), eff. April 27, 2006)
14-47.040 Definitions.
Unless otherwise specified in this Chapter, the definitions found in State Density Bonus Law shall apply to the terms contained herein.
For the purposes of this Chapter, the following words and phrases shall have the meaning set forth below:
(a) "Affordable Ownership Cost" shall mean the same as California Health and Safety Code Section 50052.5.
"Affordable Rent" shall mean the same as California Health and Safety Code Section 50053. (b)(a) “Approval Body” shall mean the Director, if the Housing Development is subject to ministerial or non-discretionary review; or shall mean the City Council if the Housing Development is subject to discretionary review.
(c) "Concessions" shall mean the regulatory concessions set forth in, as may be amended Section 14-
47.120 of this Chapter.
(d)(b) "Day Care Center" shall mean a facility ap proved and licensed by the State, other than a family day care home, that provides non-medical care on less than a twenty-four (24) hour basis, including infant centers, preschools, extended day care facilities, adult day care and elderly day care facilities. Day Care Center does not include residential care facilities, residential service facilities, interim housing, or convalescent hospitals or nursing homes. (c) “Director” shall mean the Community Development Director. (e) "Density Bonus Units" shall mean those residential units approved pursuant to this Chapter, which exceed the otherwise allowable Maximum Residential Density for the development site. (f) "Density Bonus" shall mean an increase in the number of dwelling units over the otherwise allowable Maximum Residential Density as established in the land use element of the Watsonville General Plan and/or by Title 14 of this Code in accordance with State law and this Chapter. (g) "Density Bonus Program Guidelines" shall mean guidelines that may be adopted by resolution of the Council that outline the criteria and procedures for implementing Density Bonuses or other regulations.
(h) "Development Standard" shall mean development regulations, design standards, and site or construction conditions that apply to a Residential Development pursuant to any ordinance, general plan element, specific plan, or other local condition, law, policy, resolution, or regulation. Site or construction conditions are standards that specify the physical development of a site and structures on the site in a Residential Development.
(i) "First Approval" shall mean the first of the following approvals to occur with respect to a Residential Development: Specific plan, development agreement, planned development permit, subdivision, major land division (tentative map), minor land division, conditional use permit, design review permit or building permit.
(j) "Incentives" shall mean such regulatory incentives as listed in Section 14-47.120 of this Chap ter. (k)(d) "Maximum Residential Density" shall mean the maximum number of residential units
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Exhibit A
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permitted under the zoning designation on the date the application is deemed complete. (l) "Non-Restricted Units" shall mean all units within a Residential Development excluding the Tar get Units.
(m)"Qualifying Residents" shall mean persons eligible to reside in senior citizen housing developments as defined in California Government Code Section 65915(b)(1 )(c). (n) "Residential Development" shall mean construction projects consisting of five (5) or more residential units, including single-family and multi family units, for sale or for rent. For the purposes of this Chapter, "Residential Development" also includes a subdivision, planned development, or condominium project consisting of five (5) or more residential units or unimproved residential lots, the substantial rehabilitation and conversion of an existing commercial building to residential use, or the substantial rehabilitation of an existing multi-family dwelling, where the rehabilitation or conversion would create a net increase of at least five (5) residential units. (o) "Senior Citizen Housing Development" shall mean a Residential Development as defined in California Government Code Section 65915(b)(l)(c). For the purposes of this Chapter, a Senior Citizen Housing Development includes mobile home parks. (e) "Target Unit" shall mean a dwelling unit within a Residential Housing Development that is reserved for sale or rent, and is made available at an affordable rent or affordable ownership cost to very low, lower, or moderate income households, or is a unit in a senior citizen housing development, or is a unit for transitional foster youth, disabled veterans, homeless persons, or low income students in a student housing development, and which qualifies the Residential Housing Development for a Density Bonus and other incentives or concessions pursuant to Section 14-47.060 of this Chapter. (p)
(§ 1, Ord. 1193-06 (CM), eff. April 27, 2006)
14-47.050 Inclusionary Unit Restrictions.
(a) Residential Housing Development shall be subject to Chapter 14-46 of this Code, requiring inclusionary housing units to be developed on-site or the provision of an in-lieu fee as applicable. (b) Density Bonus and Target Units shall not be considered in satisfying the requirements of Chapter 14- 46 of this Code.
(b)
(§ 1, Ord. 1193-06 (CM), eff. April 27, 2006)14-47.060
14.47-60 Density Bonuses, Incentives, and Concessions for Construction of Affordable Housing.
(a) Basic Density Bonus in Accordance with State Density Bonus Law (Very Low and Lower Income Units). A Residential Housing Development is eligible for a one twenty (20%) percent Density Bonus when the applicant seeks a Density Bonus and agrees to construct said Residential Housing Development as permitted by Government Section 65915(b)(1). with at least one of the following:
(1) Five (5%) percent of the total units of the Residential Development as units affordable to very low income households;
(2) Ten (I 0%) percent of the total units of the Residential Development as units affordable to low income households;
(3) Ten ( I0%) percent of the total dwelling units in a common interest development for persons and families of moderate incomes, provided that all units in the development are offered to the public for purchase; or
(4) A senior citizen housing development.
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Exhibit A
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(a) For purposes of calculating the amount of the Density Bonus pursuant to Subsection (a) of this Section, the applicant who requests a Density Bonus pursuant to this Chapter shall elect whether the Density Bonus shall be awarded on the basis of Government Code section 65915(b)(1)(A), (B), (C), (D), (E), (F), or (G).
(b) Subsections (A), (B), (C), (D), (E), (F), or (G) of paragraph (1)(a)(l), (a)(2), (a)(3), or (a)(4) of Government Section 65915(b)(1)this Section.
(c) Additional Density Bonus.
(1) For Residential Developments meeting the criteria of Subsection (a)(l) of this Section, the Density Bonus shall be calculated as follows:
% Very
Low
Income
%
Dens
ity
Bon
us
5 20
6 22.5
7 25
8 27.5
9 30
IO 32.5
11 35
(1) For Residential Housing Developments meeting the criteria of Subsection (a)(2)(A) of Government Code Section 65915(b)(1)(A)this Section, the Density Bonus shall be calculated as provided in Subsection (1) of Government Section 65915(f)(1). (1) follows:
% Low Income % Density
Bonus
10 20
11 21.5
12 23
13 24.5
14 26
15 27.5
17 30.5
18 32
19 33.5
20 35
(2) For Housing Developments meeting the criteria of Subsection (B) of Government Code Section 65915(b)(1)(B), the Density Bonus shall be calculated as provided in Subsection (2) of Government Section 65915(f)(2).
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(2) For Residential Developments meeting the criteria of Subsection (a)(3) of this Section, the Density Bonus shall be calculated as follows:
% Moderate % Density Bonus
Units
10 5
11 6
12 7
13 8
14 9
15 10
16 11
17 12
18 13
19 14
20 15
21 16
22 17
23 18
24 19
25 20
26 21
27 22
28 23
29 24
30 25
31 26
32 27
33 28
34 29
35 30
36 31
37 32
38 33
39 34
40 35
(3) For Residential Housing Developments meeting the criteria of Subsection (a)(4) (C) of Government Code Section 65915(b)(1)(C), this Section, the Den sity Bonus shall be twenty (20%) percentas provided inSubsection (3)(A) of Government Section 65915(f)(3)(A). (4) For Housing Developments meeting the criteria of Subsection (D) of Government Code Section 65915(b)(1)(D), the Density Bonus shall be calculated as provided in Subsection (4) of Government Section 65915(f)(4).
(5) For Housing Developments for transitional foster youth, the Density Bonus shall be calculated as provided in Government Code Section 65915(b)(1)(E) based on the criteria
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Exhibit A
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contained in that section.
(6) For Housing Developments serving lower income students in a student housing development shall be calculated as provided in Government Code Section 65915(b)(1)(F), based on the criteria contained in that section.
(7) For Housing Developments where one hundred percent of all units including total units and density bonus units, but exclusive of a manager’s unit or units, are for lower income households, except that up to 20 percent of the units in the development, including total units and density bonus units, may be for moderate-income households shall be calculated as provided in Government Code Section 65915(b)(1)(G), based on the criteria contained in that section.
(4)(b) When calculating the number of permitted Density Bonus Units, any calculations resulting in fractional units shall be rounded to the next larger whole number. (5)(c) The Density Bonus Units shall not be included when determining the number of Target Units required to qualify for a Density Bonus. When calculating the required number of Target Units, any calculations resulting in fractional units shall also be rounded to the next larger whole number. (6)(d) The applicant may request a lesser Density Bonus than the Residential Housing Development is entitled to, but no reduction will be permitted in the number of required Target Units pursuant to Subsections (a)(l) through and including (a)(4) of this Section. Regardless of the number of Target Units, no ResidentialHousing Development may be entitled to a Density Bonus exceeding what is provided for in Government Code Section 65915. thirty-five (35%) percent. (7) Each Residential Development is entitled to only one Density Bonus, which may be selected by the applicant based on the percentage of either very low income Target Units, lower income Target Units, or moderate income Target Units, or senior housing. Density Bonuses from more than one cate gory may not be combined, except that Density Bonuses for land dedicationdonation pursuant to Section 14-47.070 of this Chapter may be combined with Density Bonuses granted pursuant to this Section, not exceeding thirty-five (35%) percent, and an additional square footage Density Bonus for Day Care Centers may be granted as described in Section 14-47.080 of this Chapter. (d) Incentives or Concessions. Target Units are eligible for incentives and concessions as follows:
(1) One incentive or concession for Residential Developments that include at least ten (10%) percent of the units for lower income households, at least five (5%) percent for very low income households, or at least ten (10%) percent for persons and families of moderate income in a common interest development.
(2) Two (2) incentives or concessions for Residential Developments that include at least twenty (20%) percent of the units for lower income households, at least ten (10%) percent for very low income households, or at least twenty (20%) percent for per sons and families of moderate income in a common interest development.
(3) Three (3) incentives or concessions for Residential Developments that include at least thirty (30%) percent of the units for lower income households, at least fifteen (15%) percent for very low in come households, or at least thirty (30%) percent for persons and families of moderate income in a common interest development.
(e) (e) The requirements of this Section are mini mum requirements and shall not preclude a Residential Housing Development from providing additional afford able units or affordability than required by this Chap ter.
(f) (f) In accordance with State Density Bonus Llaw, neither the granting of an incentive or concession nor the granting of a Density Bonus shall be interpreted, in and of itself, to require a general plan amendment, planned development, zoning code amendment or rezoning, or other discretionary
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review application approval.
(§ 1, Ord. 1193-06 (CM), eff. April 27, 2006)
14-47.070 Density Bonus for Land Donation.
(a) Density Bonuses for land donation pursuant to Government Code Section 65915(g) may be combined with Density Bonuses granted pursuant to Section 14-47.060. (a) When an applicant for a tentative subdivision map, parcel map, or other housing development approval major or minor land division, or Residential Development approval, do nates land for the development of affordable units, increases to the otherwise maximum allowable residential density shall be as provided in Govt Code Subsection 65915(g)(1). affordable to very low income households as provided for in this Section, the applicant shall be entitled to a minimum fifteen (15%) percent increase above the otherwise maximum allowable residential density provided by the zoning regulations for the district in which the land to be donated is located. This Density Bonus applies to the entire Residential Development, as follows:
% Very Low Income % Density Bonus
10 15
11 16
12 17
13 18
14 19
15 20
16 21
17 22
18 23
19 24
20 25
21 26
22 27
23 28
24 29
25 30
26 31
27 32
28 33
29 34
30 35
(b) This increase shall be in addition to any increase in density allowed by Section 14-47.060 of this Chapter, up to a maximum combined Density Bonus of thirty-five (35%) percent if an applicant seeks both the Density Bonus authorized by this Section and the Density Bonus authorized by Section 14-
47.060 of this Chapter. When calculating the number of permitted Density Bonus Units, any
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calculations resulting in fractional units shall be rounded to the next larger whole number. This Density Bonus applies only when land is donated for the construction of very low income housing. (c) The City may approve the Density Bonus described in this Section upon making all of the following findings when approving the Residential Development:
(1) The donation and transfer of land shall occur concurrent with recordation of the final map or parcel map, or where no map is required, before issuance of the first building permit; (2) The developable acreage and zoning regulations of the applicable zoning district of the land to be transferred will permit construction of units affordable to very low income households not less than ten (10%) percent of the total number of units in the proposed Residential Development, or will permit construction of a greater percentage of units if pro posed by the developer to qualify for a Density Bonus of more than fifteen (15%) percent; (3) The transferred land is at least one acre in size or is of adequate size (less environmental constraints, public dedication, etc.) to permit development of at least forty (40) units. In addition, the land at the time of proposed donation must have the appropriate general plan and zoning land use designations to permit the development of very low-income housing. Furthermore, at the time of construction, the site will be served by adequate public facilities and infrastructure; (4) The transferred land will have all of the applicable development permits and approvals other than any required building permit approval, necessary for the development of the very low income housing units on the transferred land, no later than the donation and transfer of land consistent with this Chapter. That the applicant has provided specific assurances adequately guaranteeing the timely completion of the very low income units, including satisfactory assurances that construction and permanent financing will be secured for the construction of the units within a reasonable time;
(5) The transferred land and the very low income units constructed on the land will be subject to a recorded Density Bonus Housing Agreement ensuring continued affordability of the units consistent with the Affordability and Occupancy Standards of Section 14-47.100 of this Chapter, which Agreement shall be recorded with the Santa Cruz County Recorder's Office encumbering the restricted parcels at the time of dedication. A conformed copy of the re corded agreement shall be submitted to the Community Development Department before issuance of any building permits;
(6) The land will be transferred to the City, the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Watsonville, or to a housing developer approved by the City. The City reserves the right to require the applicant to identify a developer for the very low income units and to require that the land be transferred to that developer;
(7) The transferred land is within the boundaries of the land of the proposed Residential Development. The transferred land may however be located within one-quarter ( l/ 4) mile of the boundary of the pro posed Residential Development if the City Council finds, based on substantial evidence, that off-site do nation will provide as much or more affordable housing at the same or even lower income levels, and of the same or superior quality of design and construction, and will otherwise provide greater public bene fit, than donating land on-site. (§ 1, Ord. 1193-06 (CM), eff. April 27, 2006)
14-47.080 Density Bonus or Incentive or Concession for Day Care Centers. (a) An additional density bonus may be granted for Day Care Centers as described in Government Code Section 65915(h).
Where a Day Care Center is proposed on the premises of a Residential Housing Development with Target
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Units meeting the Density Bonus provisions, then the applicant can request the following incentives in accordance with State Law as provided in Government Code Section 65915 (h) for Childcare Facilities.:
Day Care Centers shall also include adult day care and elderly day care facilities, as defined in Section14-
47.040(d) (Definitions).
(a)
(1) A Density Bonus in addition to those permitted by Sections 14-47.060 and 14-47.070 of this Chapter that is equal to the square footage of the gross floor area of the Day Care Center; or (2) An additional incentive or concession that contributes significantly to the economic feasibility of the construction of the Day Care Center.
(b) The City may approve the Density Bonus or incentive or concession described in this Section if it makes all of the following findings and requires as a condition of approval that:
(1) The Day Care Center will remain in operation for a period of time equal to or longer than the period of time during which the Target Units are re quired to remain affordable pursuant to Section 14- 47.100 of this Chapter;
(2) Of all children who attend the Day Care Center, the percentage of children of very low income households, lower income households, or moderate income households shall be equal to or greater than the percentage of dwelling units that are proposed to be affordable to very low income households, lower income households, or moderate income households in the Residential Development;
(3) The applicant shall be responsible for all costs of monitoring and reporting compliance with these provisions.
(c) Notwithstanding any other requirement of this Section, the City shall not be required to provide a Density Bonus or incentive or concession for a Day Care Center if it finds, based upon substantial evidence, that the community already has adequate Day Care Center facilities. (§ 1, Ord. 1193-06 (CM), eff. April 27, 2006)
14-47.090 Density Bonus for Condominium Conversions.
(a) An additional density bonus may be granted for converting apartments to a condominium project with affordable units as described in Government Code Section 65915.5. (a) An applicant shall be eligible for either a Density Bonus or other incentives or concessions of equivalent financial value in accordance with State law if the applicant for a conversion of existing rental apartments to condominiums agrees to provide thirty three (33%) percent of the total units of the proposed condominium project as Target Units affordable to households with moderate incomes or less, or to pro vide fifteen (15%) percent of the total units in the condominium conversion project as Target Units affordable to lower income households. All such Target Units shall remain affordable for the period specified in Section 14-47.l00(a) and (b) of this Chapter. (b) For purposes of this Section only, a Density Bonus means an increase in units of twenty-five (25%) percent over the number of units to be pro vided within the existing structure or structures pro posed for conversion.
(c) No condominium conversion shall be eligible for a Density Bonus if the apartments proposed for conversion constitute a Residential Development for which a Density Bonus or other incentives or concessions were previously provided pursuant to this Chapter or Chapter 4.3 of Division I of Title 7 of the Government Code, commencing with Section 65915. The requirements of Article 2 of Chapter 3 of Title 13, commencing with Section 13-3.201, all regulate such conversion.
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(§ 1, Ord. 1193-06 (CM), eff. April 27, 2006)
14-47.100 Affordability and Occupancy
Standards.
(a) Target Units offered for rent to lower income and very low income households shall be made available for rent at an affordable rent as defined in Chapter 14-46 of this Code and shall remain restricted and affordable to the designated income group for a minimum period of forty (40) yearsfifty-five (55) years. A longer period of affordability may be specified if required by any construction or mortgage financing assistance program, mortgage insurance program, or rental subsidy program applicable to the Residential Housing Development. (b) Target Units offered for sale to very low, lower, or moderate income households as defined in Chapter 14-46 of this Code shall be sold only at an Affordable Ownership Cost for a minimum period of forty (40) years.forty-five (45) years. Such Target Units offered for sale shall record standard documents to ensure that at re- sale, the City will recapture any initial subsidy plus a share of appreciation consistent with an equity sharing agreement consistent with the provisions of Subdivision (c)(2) of California Government Code Section 65915(c)(2). For purposes of such equity sharing, the initial subsidy shall however be equal to the fair market value of the home at the time of initial sale minus the initial sales price to the moderate income household, plus the amount of any down payment assistance or mortgage assistance or other public subsidy. A longer period of affordability may be specified if required by any construction or mortgage financing assistance program, mortgage insurance program, or rental subsidy program applicable to the Residential Housing Development.
(c) Any household that occupies a Target Unit must occupy that unit as its principal residence. (d) No household may begin occupancy of a Target Unit until the household has been determined by the City or its designee to be eligible to occupy that unit. (e) The Council, by resolution, shall establish fees for processing Residential Housing Developments for applicants requesting Density Bonuses and incentives or concessions and for the ongoing administration and monitoring of the Target Units and Day Care Centers, which fees may be updated from time to time, as required.
(f) The Council, by resolution, shall process, review, and consider Density Bonus Housing Agreements the same manner it considers Affordable Housing Agreements pursuant to Section 14-46.110 of this Chapter so as to ensure the continued affordability of the Target Units. In conducting such review, the Council may consider Density Bonus Housing Agreements, affordable housing agreements, regulatory agreements, promissory notes, deeds of trust, rights of first refusal, options to purchase, resale pro- visions, equity sharing agreements, and/or other documents which of said documents should be re- corded as a condition to approval.
(g) All promissory note repayments, shared appreciation payments, or other payments collected under this Section shall be deposited in an Inclusionary Housing In-Lieu Fee Fund or other such fund as may be established from time to time by the Council. (§ 1, Ord. 1193-06 (CM), eff. April 27, 2006) \\\\\\14-47.110 Development Standards.
(a) Target Units shall be constructed concurrently with non-restricted units or pursuant to a schedule included in the Density Bonus Housing Agreement approved pursuant to Section 14-47.150 of this Chapter.
(b) Single-family detached Target Units shall be dispersed throughout the Residential Housing Development. Townhouse, row house, and multi-family Target Units shall be located so as not to
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create a geographic concentration of Target Units within the Residential Housing Development. (c) Target Units shall have the same proportion of unit types as the market-rate units in the Residential Housing Development and shall have the same square footage and the same bedroom count as the market- rate units and shall meet the general standards of Section 14-46.060 of this Code. (d) The quality of exterior design and overall quality of construction of the Target Units shall meet all site, design, and construction standards included in Title 8 (Buildings), Title 13 (Subdivisions), and Title 14 (Zoning) of the Municipal Code, including, but not limited to, compliance with all design standards and guide lines included in applicable specific plans or other wise adopted by the Watsonville City Counccil in accordance with Section 14-46.060 of this Code. (e) Target Units made available for purchase shall include space and connections for a clothes washer and dryer within the Target Unit. Target Units made available for rent shall include either connection for a clothes washer and dryer within the Target Unit or sufficient on-site self-serve laundry facilities to meet the needs of all tenants without laundry connections in their units in accordance with Section 14-46.060 of this Code.
(f) Except as otherwise provided in California Government Code section 65915(p)(2)(3) and (4), uUpon the request of the applicant, the City shall not impose an off-street vehicular parking standard, inclusive of handicapped and guest parking, of a Residential Housing Development which otherwise satisfies Subsections (a)(l) through (a)(4) inclusive of this Section that exceeds the following:
(1) Zero to one bedroom: one on-site parking space;
(2) Two (2) to three (3) bedrooms: two (2) one and one-half (1/12) on-site parking spaces; (3) Four (4) and more bedrooms: two and one-half (2 1/2) parking spaces. (g) If the total number of parking spaces re quiredrequired for a Residential Housing Development is other than a whole number, the number shall be rounded up to the next whole number. For purposes of this Chapter, a Residential Housing Development may provide on-site parking through tandem parking or uncovered parking, but not through on-street parking. (§ 1, Ord. 1193-06 (CM), eff. April 27, 2006)
14-47.120 Development Incentives or Concessions.
(a) The following four (4) iIncentives or concessions may be requested pursuant to this California Government Code Section 65915 (d). Waivers or reductions of development standards may be requested pursuant to California Government Code Section 65915(e). In addition, the following incentives or concessions may be requested:
(1) A reduction of a development standard or a modification of a zoning code requirement for the Target Units which exceed the minimum building standards provided in Part 2.5 (commencing with Section 18901) of Division 13 of the California Health and Safety Code (California Building Standards Law) and which result in identifiable, financially sufficient, and actual cost reductions:
(i) Reduced minimum lot sizes,
(ii) Reduced lot dimensions,
(iii)Reduced minimum side yard setbacks, Section 65915(d)(3), (iv)Increased maximum building height,
(v) Reduced minimum distance between buildings,
(vi)Placement of public works improvements, Section 65915(d)(3); (2) Approval of mixed use buildings or developments in conjunction with the Residential Development, if nonresidential land uses will reduce the cost of the Residential Development, and if the City finds that the proposed nonresidential uses are compatible with the Residential
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Exhibit A
page 187 of 191
898-12 (Watsonville Supp. No. 13, 5-06)
Development and with existing or planned development in the area where the proposed Residential Development will be located;
(3)(1) Deferral until immediately prior to occupancy of development impact fees (e.g., park fees, fire fees, sanitary sewer fees, storm drain fees, or traffic impact fees); (4)(2) Other regulatory incentives or concessions proposed by the applicant or the City that result in identifiable, financially sufficient, and actual cost reductions. (§ 1, Ord. 1193-06 (CM), eff. April 27, 2006)
14-47.130 Application Requirements.
(a) Applications for a Density Bonus shall include:
(1) A Density Bonus Housing Plan, showing any Density Bonus to which the Housing Development asserts they are entitled to, incentive, concession, waiver, modification, or revised parking standard requested pursuant to this Chapter, shall be submitted as part of the First approval of any Residential Housing Development. Such plan shall specify, at the same level of detail as the application for the Residential Housing Development: the number, unit type, level of affordability, tenure, number of bedrooms and baths, approximate location, size, and design, construction and completion schedule of all Target Units, number and location of all Density Bonus Units, phasing of Target Units in relation to non-restricted units, and marketing plan. The Density Bonus Housing Plan shall also specify the methods to be used to verify tenant and buyer incomes and to maintain the affordability of the Tar get Units, and, for Residential Housing Developments with thirty (30) or more affordable Density Bonus units shall specify a financing mechanism for the ongoing administration and monitoring of the Target Units; (2) A specific description of any requested incentives, concessions, waivers, or modifications of development standards, or modified parking standards. For concessions and incentives, the application shall include reasonable documentation consisting of a detailed written statement to establish eligibility for the concession. For waivers, the application shall include a written explanation of why the development standard from which the waiver is sought would have the effect of physically precluding the construction of the housing development at the density and with any concession(s) or parking ratio reduction sought ; (3) For all incentives and concessions except mixed use buildings and developments, the application shall include a detailed financial pro-forma ex plaining how the requested incentives and concessions result in identifiable, financially sufficient, and actual cost reductions based upon appropriate financial analysis and documentation. The pro-forma shall be reviewed by a third party as selected by the City and paid for by the applicant; (4)(3) If a Density Bonus or concession is re quested for a land donation, the application shall show the location of the land to be dedicated and provide evidence that each of the findings in California Government Code Section 65915 (g)(1) Section 14-47.070(c) of this Chapter can be made;
(4) If a Density Bonus or concession is requested for a Day Care Center, the application shall show the location and square footage of the Day Care Center and provide evidence that each of the findings included in Section 14-47.080(b) of this Chapter can be made. The applicant shall provide the name of the operator and adequate financial reports regarding the proposed operator.
Such an analysis shall be prepared by a third party as selected by the City and paid for by the applicant;
(5) If the Housing Development is proposed on any property that includes a parcel or parcels with existing dwelling units or dwelling units that have been vacated or demolished in the five-year
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 188 of 191
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period preceding the application, an explanation of how the project meets the State Density Bonus Law’s replacement housing requirements, if applicable, set forth in Government Code section 65915(c)(3)(A).
(5)
(6) If a mixed use building or development is proposed, the application shall provide evidence that the finding included in Section 14-47.140(b)(2) of this Chapter can be made. (§ I, Ord. 1193-06 (CM), eff. April 27, 2006)
14-47.140 Review of Application.
(a) Upon review and recommendation by the Planning Commission, the Council shall adopt a resolution for a Density Bonus application pursuant to this Chapter. The Density Bonus Application may be approved, approved with conditions, or denied pursuant to the findings required by this Chapter. (a) The Director shall process the density bonus application and shall provide the applicant with notice of whether the application is complete in a manner consistent with State Density Bonus Law. (b) At the time the application is deemed complete, the Director shall provide the applicant with a determination regarding the amount of Density Bonus based on the submitted Density Bonus Housing Plan.
(c) If the proposed Density Bonus Housing Plan is not consistent with State Density Bonus Law, then the Director shall provide the applicant notice describing the inconsistency(ies) pursuant to the Housing Accountability Act.
(d) All requests for Density Bonus, incentives or concessions, parking ratios, waivers or reductions of development standards shall be considered and acted upon by the approval body with the authority to approve the Housing Development within the timelines prescribed by Government Code sections 65950 et seq. The approval body shall grant the request(s) pursuant to State Density Bonus Law if the following findings are met:
(b) Before approving an application for a Density Bonus, the Planning Commission and Council shall make the following findings:
(1) The application is eligible for a Density Bonus and any concessions, or incentives requested if conforms to all standards included in this Chapter and State Density Bonus Law and includes a financing mechanism for all implementation and monitoring costs; (2) If a reduced parking ratio is requested, the Housing Development meets all eligibility requirements, unless the approval body makes certain findings pursuant to State Density Bonus Law, as set forth in Government Code section 65915 subdivision (p)(7), as may be amended; (3) If concessions are requested, the Housing Development meets all eligibility requirements, unless the approving body makes certain findings pursuant to State Density Bonus Law, as currently defined in Government Code section 65915(d)(1), as may be amended; and (4) If waivers are requested, the development standards requested to be waived would physically preclude construction of the Housing Development at the density and with any concession(s) or parking ratio reduction sought, unless the approving body makes certain findings pursuant to State Density Bonus Law, as set forth in Government Code section 65915(e)(1), as may be amended. (1) Any requested incentive or concession will result in identifiable, financially sufficient, and actual cost reductions based upon appropriate financial analysis and documentation as described in Section 14-47.130 of this Chapter;
(2)(5) If the Density Bonus is based all or in part on donation of land, the approval body has made the findings included in Section 14-47.070(c) of this Chapter; (3)(6) If the Density Bonus, incentive, or concession is based all or in part on the inclusion of a Day Care Center, the approval body has made the findings required by Section 14-47.080(b) of
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 189 of 191
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this Chapter;
(7) A Density Bonus Housing Agreement in recordable form has been signed by the owner of the Residential Development with terms and conditions reasonably to satisfy the requirements of this Chapter and the Density Bonus Program Guidelines.
(e) (e) If the required findings cannot be made, the approval body shall issue a written decision providing the basis for the denial.
14-47.150 Modifications.
(c) If the required findings can be made, and a request for an incentive or concession is otherwise consistent with this Chapter, the Council may deny an incentive or concession only if it makes a written finding, based upon substantial evidence, of either any of the following:
(1) The incentive or concession is not required to provide for affordable rents or Affordable Ownership Costs; or
The incentive or concession would have a specific adverse impact, as defined in paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Section 65589.5, upon public health or safety, and for which there is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the specific, adverse impact.
The incentive or concession would have an adverse impact on any real property that is listed in the California Register of Historical Resources.
The incentive or concession would be contrary to state or federal law. or the physical environment or on any real property that is listed in the California Register of Historic Resources, and there is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the specific adverse impact without rendering the development unaffordable to lower, very low and moderate income households. For the purpose of this subsection, "specific adverse impact" means a significant, quantifiable, direct, and unavoidable impact, based on objective, identified, written public health or safety standards, policies, or conditions, as they existed on the date that the application was deemed complete.
(2)
(d) If the required findings can be made, and a request for a waiver or modification is otherwise consistent with this Chapter, the Council may deny the requested waiver or modification only if it makes a written finding, based upon substantial evidence, of either of the following:
(1) The modification would have a specific ad verse impact upon health, safety, or the physical environment, and there is no feasible method to satisfactorily mitigate or avoid the specific adverse impact without rendering the development unaffordable to lower, very low, and moderate income households. For the purpose of this subsection, "specific adverse impact" means a significant, quantifiable, direct, and unavoidable impact, based on objective, identified, written public health or safety standards, policies, or conditions as they existed on the date that the application was deemed complete; or
(2) The modification would have an adverse impact on any real property that is listed in the California Register of Historic Resources.
(a) If a Density Bonus or concession is based on the provision of Day Care Centers, and if the re quired findings can be made, the Council may deny the bonus or concession only if it finds, based on substantial evidence, that the City already has adequate Day Care Centers.
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 190 of 191
898-15 (Watsonville Supp. No. 13, 5-06)
(a) A request for a minor modification of an ap proved Density Bonus Housing Plan may be granted by the Zoning Administrator, or his or her designee, if the modification is substantially in compliance with the original Density Bonus Housing Plan and conditions of approval. Other modifications to the Density Bonus Housing Plan shall be processed in the same manner as the original plan. (§ 1, Ord. 1193-06 (CM), eff. April 27, 2006)
14-47.150 160 Density Bonus Housing Agreement.
(a) Concurrent with Following the First Approval of a Residential Housing Development, the City shall prepare a Density Bonus Housing Agreement providing for implementation of the Density Bonus Housing Plan and conditions of approval and consistent with any Density Bonus Pro gram Guidelines adopted by Council resolution. The City may identify tenants or qualified purchasers as third party beneficiaries under the Agreement.
(b) Before the approval of any final or parcel map or issuance of any building permit for a Residential Housing Development subject to this Chapter, the Density Bonus Housing Agreement shall be executed by the City and the applicant and recorded as a lien against the entire Residential Housing Development to ensure that the Agreement will be enforceable upon any successor in interest. The Density Bonus Housing Agreement shall run with the land and bind future owners and successors in interest as required to ensure compliance with the provisions of this Chap ter. (c) Density Bonus Housing Agreements for land dedication and Day Care Centers shall contain provisions to ensure continued compliance with all conditions included in Sections 14-47.070(c) and 14-47.080(b), respectively, of this Chapter.
(§ 1, Ord. 1193-06 (CM), eff. April 27, 2006)
14-47.170 Enforcement.
(a) The City Attorney shall be authorized to enforce the provisions of this Chapter and all Density Bonus Housing Agreements, regulatory agreements, covenants, resale restrictions, promissory notes, deed of trust, equity sharing agreements, and other requirements placed on inclusionary units, by civil action and any other proceeding or method permitted by law. The City may, at its discretion, take such enforcement action as is authorized under the Municipal Code and/or any other action authorized by law or by any regulatory document, restriction, or agreement executed under this Chapter. (b) Failure of any official or agency to fulfill the requirements of this Chapter shall not excuse any applicant or owner from the requirements of this Chapter. No permit, license, map, or other approval or entitlement for a Residential Housing Development shall be issued, including, without limitation, a final inspection or certificate of occupancy, until all applicable requirements of this Chapter have been satisfied.
(c) The remedies provided for herein shall be cumulative and not exclusive and shall not preclude the City from any other remedy or relief to which it otherwise would be entitled under law or equity. (§ 1, Ord. 1193-06 (CM), eff. April 27, 2006)
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
page 191 of 191
CITY OF WATSONVILLE EXHIBIT “B”
CITY COUNCIL
ZONING CODE TEXT AMENDMENT FINDINGS (WMC §14-12.807 & §14-12.708) Approval of a Zoning Code Text Amendment requires the approving body to make the following findings. Project-specific supportive evidence is included under each finding. a) That the proposed amendment is consistent with the policies embodied in the General Plan.
Supportive Evidence: The proposed amendments are consistent with the following policies embodied in the General Plan as described below:
Goal 3.1 Orderly Growth – Provide for orderly urban development that respects existing community character and provides for a clear separation between urban and agricultural land uses.
The proposed amendments were identified in the adopted and certified 6th Cycle Housing Element, which provides for orderly urban development by only identifying potential housing sites within the existing city limits. No housing inventory sites are within close proximity to agricultural land uses.
Adoption of the proposed amendments will allow the Housing Element to remain certified, therefore, adoption of the proposed amendments is consistent with Goal 3.1.
Goal 3.2 Containment of Urban Development – Discourage urban sprawl by maintaining a well-defined boundary to contain urban development.
The proposed amendments were identified in the adopted and certified 6th Cycle Housing Element, which discourages urban sprawl and contains urban development by only identifying potential housing sites within the existing city limits. Adoption of the proposed amendments will allow the Housing Element to remain certified, therefore, adoption of the proposed amendments is consistent with Goal 3.2.
Goal 5.6 Urban Design – Achieve high standards of street, site, and building design that are both efficient and aesthetically pleasing.
The proposed amendments were identified in the adopted and certified 6th Cycle Housing Element, which was built on the 2023 Downtown Watsonville Specific Plan (DWSP), which set new high standards of
street, site, and building design that are both efficient and aesthetically pleasing, by identifying sites within the DWSP area for infill development.
Inclusion of the sites identified in the 6th Cycle Housing Element sites inventory increases the potential redevelopment within the next eight years, which will help the City achieve this goal. Adoption of the proposed amendments will allow the Housing Element to remain certified, therefore, adoption of the proposed amendments is consistent with Goal 5.6. Goal 10.2 Transit Facilities and Service – Promote the use of transit as an alternative to the automobile for all types of travel.
The proposed amendments were identified in the adopted and certified 6th Cycle Housing Element, which was built on the 2023 Downtown Watsonville Specific Plan (DWSP), which concentrates higher density residential and mixed-use development in the downtown area surrounding the City’s Metro station. The station was identified as an opportunity site in the DWSP and has received funding to redevelop with updated and expanded bus facilities and more than 70 units of 100% affordable housing above the station. Inclusion of the sites identified in the 6th Cycle Housing Element sites inventory increases the potential redevelopment within the next eight years, which will help the City achieve this goal.
Adoption of the proposed amendments allows will allow the Housing Element to remain certified, therefore, adoption of the proposed amendments is consistent with Goal 10.2.
Goal 10.3 Rail Facilities and Service – Plan and provide for the continued use of rail to move industrial/agricultural commodities and encourage the establishment of passenger service to the Watsonville area.
The proposed amendments were identified in the adopted and certified 6th Cycle Housing Element, which was built on the 2023 Downtown Watsonville Specific Plan (DWSP), which concentrates higher density residential and mixed-use development in the downtown area adjacent to the rail corridor and the historic train depot, which has been identified as a possible location for a new Watsonville train station. Inclusion of the sites identified in the 6th Cycle Housing Element sites inventory increases the potential redevelopment within the next eight years, which will help the City achieve this goal by creating demand for passenger rail service in close proximity to the planned rail station. Adoption of the proposed amendments will allow the Housing Element to remain certified, therefore, adoption of the proposed amendments is consistent with Goal 10.3.
b) That the proposed amendment is compatible to the extent possible with the actual and general planned use of the adjacent properties.
Supportive Evidence: The proposed amendments are consistent and compatible with the densities and development standards identified in the Downtown Watsonville Specific Plan (DWSP), which was adopted in October 2023, the General Plan as modified by the DWSP, and the 6th Cycle Housing Element, which was adopted and certified in October 2024. As such, the 6th Cycle Housing Element does not require any changes to the Zoning Map or the General Plan Land Use Diagram. Therefore, the proposed amendment is compatible with the actual and general planned use of the adjacent properties.
ORDINANCE NO. Introduction (CM)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL AMENDING THE
DOWNTOWN WATSONVILLE SPECIFIC PLAN RELATED TO
IMPLEMENTATION OF PROGRAMS WITHIN THE 2023-2031 6
TH CYCLE
HOUSING ELEMENT; AND FINDING THE ACTION EXEMPT FROM
REVIEW UNDER THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
(CEQA) AS IT IS NOT A PROJECT BUT IF A PROJECT, EXEMPT
PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(B)(3)
WHEREAS, on October 10, 2023, the Watsonville City Council: introduced an ordinance adopting the Downtown Watsonville Specific Plan (DWSP); adopted Resolution No. 198-23 (CM) adopting and certifying a Final Environmental Impact Report for the DWSP with environmental findings, a statement of overriding considerations, and a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the project; and adopted Resolution No. 199-23 (CM) approving the twenty-ninth amendment to the Watsonville 2005 General Plan to (1) add two new mixed-use land use designations to Chapter 4 (Land Use), (2) amend the Land Use Diagram to include these two new land use designations, and (3) amend Implementation Measures 4.A.3, 4.C.6, and 10.C.2, and (4) adding a new Implementation Measure 4.A.7; and
WHEREAS, on October 24, 2023, the Watsonville City Council: adopted Ordinance No. 1457-23 (CM), adopting the Downtown Watsonville Specific Plan; adopted Ordinance No. 1458-23 (CM), amending the Zoning Map to reflect the boundaries of the DWSP area; and Ordinance No. 1459-23 (CM), amending Section 14-16.100 (Districts) and adding Part 26 (Downtown Watsonville Specific Plan District) to Chapter 14-16 (District Regulations) of Title 14 (Zoning) of the Watsonville Municipal Code in order to refer to the permitted uses and development standards in Chapter 6 of the DWSP; and
WHEREAS, on October 15, 2024, the Watsonville City Council adopted Resolution No. 213-24 (CM), repealing in its entirety the 5th Cycle 2015-2023 Housing Element and adopting in full the 6th Cycle 2023-2031 Housing Element as an amendment to the 2005 General Plan; and
WHEREAS, the 2023-2031 Housing Element includes programs requiring amendments to Title 14 (Zoning) of the Watsonville Municipal Code (WMC) to comply with State law and address the City’s housing needs; and WHEREAS, Chapter 2 of the 2023-2031 Housing Element provided timelines for the implementation of the Housing Element programs, and WHEREAS, City staff created a Housing Element implementation program checklist to track and monitor progress; and
WHEREAS, City staff used this checklist to identify the first round of implementation action items for inclusion in the amendments to the Downtown Watsonville Specific Plan in this phase, and
WHEREAS, City staff and consultants from Raimi + Associates prepared amendments to the land use list and development and design standards in Chapter 6 of the Downtown Watsonville Specific Plan, and
WHEREAS, on May 6, 2025, staff presented the proposed amendments to the Downtown Watsonville Specific Plan to the Planning Commission for discussion and input; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission reviewed the proposed amendments to the Downtown Watsonville Specific Plan, attached hereto as Exhibit A, and found that the
amendments are necessary to ensure compliance with State housing law and to advance the objectives of the adopted 2023-2031 Housing Element; and WHEREAS, on June 3, 2025, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing to review the proposed amendments, at which time during the hearing members of the public were given an opportunity to testify regarding the proposed amendments; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission considered all evidence received, both oral and documentary, and adopted Resolution No. 10-25 (PC) recommending the City Council adopt an ordinance amending the Downtown Watsonville Specific Plan; and WHEREAS, on August 26, 2025, the Council held a duly noticed public hearing to review the proposed amendments, at which time during the hearing members of the public were given an opportunity to testify regarding the proposed amendments; and WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed the proposed amendments to the Downtown Watsonville Specific Plan, attached hereto as Exhibit A, and finds that the amendments are necessary to ensure compliance with State housing law and to advance the objectives of the adopted 2023-2031 Housing Element; and WHEREAS, the City Council has considered all evidence received, both oral and documentary, and the matter was submitted for decision.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: RECITALS.
The foregoing recitations are true and correct and are hereby incorporated into this Ordinance.
SECTION 2: ENACTMENT.
1. The City Council adopts an ordinance amending the Downtown Watsonville Specific Plan, as identified in Exhibit A, to implement Housing Element Program D.8 – DWSP land use mix for mixed-use projects.
2. The City Council further finds that the amendments to the Downtown Watsonville Specific Plan related to implementation of programs within the 2023-2031 Housing Element are consistent with the purposes of the General Plan and Municipal Code as set forth in Exhibit B which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
SECTION 3: CEQA.
The City Council previously determined that adoption of the 2023-2031 Housing Element and associated implementation programs is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and the proposed amendments to the Downtown Watsonville Specific Plan are consistent with the certified Housing Element and are exempt from review under the common sense exemption under CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3);
SECTION 4: PUBLICATION.
This ordinance shall be published in the Watsonville Register-Pajaronian and/or Santa Cruz Sentinel in compliance with the provisions of the Charter of the City of Watsonville.
SECTION 5: EFFECTIVE DATE.
This ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its final adoption. ***************************************
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Chapter 6:
LAND USE & ZONING
6.1—General Provisions
6.2—Summary of Content & Standards
6.3—Regulating Plan
6.4—Land Use Regulations
6.5—Form Regulations
6.6—Site Standards & Guidelines
6.7—General Definitions
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
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Aerial view of Downtown
Watsonville.
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
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This chapter sets standards and
guidelines to regulate future
development on privately-owned
properties in downtown Watsonville.
It establishes standards related
to allowed land use, development
intensity, height, building frontage
design, building placement, open
area, and block size. The chapter
also includes detailed guidance on
the design of ground floors, building
facades, building architecture,
landscaping character, and other
building and site design elements.
THE QUALITIES OF
BUILDINGS AND THEIR
PRIVATE FRONTAGES
ARE CRITICAL TO
THE SUCCESS OF
DOWNTOWN
WATSVONVILLE
AS ENVISIONED BY
THE COMMUNITY.
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
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CHAPTER 6—LAND USE & ZONING
Section 6.1
GENERAL PROVISIONS
A. Authority & Applicability
B. Intent
Unless otherwise noted, the development standards, guidelines, and review processes within this section replace existing zoning for all property within the plan area. This section contains both standards (which are mandatory) and guidelines (which are advisory). Where no clear label is present, the language shall suffice to communicate the intent: “shall” is always mandatory, “may” is permissive, and “should” is advisory, identifying guidance only. “Director” always means the Director of Community Development or designee.
The purpose of this chapter is to deliver the physical outcomes envisioned for Downtown Watsonville, based on the community’s Vision, Goals, and Policy Direction as described and illustrated in Chapter 2.
THIS CHAPTER—LAND USE & ZONING—implements the community’s Vision, Goals, and Policy Direction for development in Downtown, as described and illustrated in previous chapters.
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
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C. Administration
Unless otherwise noted, all procedures for the review and approval of planning entitlements shall be in accordance with those set forth in Watsonville Municipal Code (WMC) Chapters 14.12 and 14.20. This shall include, but not be limited to, the entitlements listed in Table 6–1. Exceptions up to 20% of any measurable standard within this development code, excluding those found in Section 6.5.B:
Building Height, may be granted through the Design Review Permit Process, provided the project meets the intent of the relevant standard and is consistent with the vision for Downtown identified by this Specific Plan.
Procedure WMC Reference
Pre-application Process Chapter 14-12, Part 2
Administrative Review Permit Chapter 14-12, Part 3
Design Review Permit Chapter 14-12, Part 4
Conditional Use Permits: Administrative Use
Permits and Special Use Permits Chapter 14-12, Part 5
Variances Chapter 14-12, Part 6
Amendments to an Adopted Specific Plan Section 14-12.905 Modification to approved permit Chapter 14-12, Part 10
Home Occupation Permit Chapter 14-12, Part 11
Sign Permit Chapter 14-12, Part 12
Temporary Use Permit Chapter 14-12, Part 13
Fence Permit Chapter 14-12, Part 14
Nonconforming Uses & Structures Chapter 14-20
Table 6–1 Administration
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
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D. General Development Standards
Unless in conflict with specific provisions of this chapter, all standards set forth in WCM Chapter 14.40 shall be applicable to development within the plan area.
This shall include the sections listed in Table 6–2.
Topic WMC Reference
Accessory buildings Section 14-40.030
Septic tank area requirements Section 14-40.040
Building sites Section 14-40.050
Clear corner triangles Section 14-40.060
Easements may be included in lot area Section 14-40.070 Essential services Section 14-40.080
Frontage required Section 14-40.090
Height limits Section 14.40.100
Lots of record Section 14-40.110
Open spaces required Section 14-40.120
Projections into required yard areas Section 14-40.130
Screening Section 14-40.140
Separate utilities Section 14-40.150
Signs Chapter 14-21
Table 6–2 General Development Standards
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
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This development code is organized by topic. Within each topic and sub-topic, development standards and guidelines differ by zone and/or by overlay. The following summary is included as an overview, but full standards are located throughout the Code.
Section 6.3, immediately following this summary, establishes the Downtown Zones and Overlays.
Section 6.4 regulates Land Use by zone and overlay.
Section 6.5 contains form-based, quantitative standards. Key tables from Section 6.5 are including on the following pages.
While the following is not an exhaustive list of the form-based standards and guidelines, it serves as a table of contents. It also provides a snapshot of the role of each section and allows standards to be easily referenced alongside each other. Visit the relevant section to find further explanation of the tables and to find additional associated standards and guidelines.
Section 6.2
SUMMARY OF CONTENTS
& STANDARDS
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
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Downtown Core Downtown
Neighborhood
Downtown
Industrial
Neighborhood
Transition
Overlay 1
Allowed Number of Stories
A Street Façade
2 to 4 stories;
3100% of the length of the
principal façade can be
built up to 6 stories (max)
4 stories (max) 1
3 stories (max)
See Standards
6.5.B.3.a. and
6.5.B.3.b.
B Total Number of Floors
6 stories (max); 5th and
6th floors set back from
the principal street façade
a minimum of 15 feet
4 stories (max) 1
3 stories (max)
See Standards
6.5.B.3.a. and
6.5.B.3.b.
Ground Floor Level (measured from level of exterior sidewalk) C Ground Floor 0 feet 0 to 4 feet 0 to 4 feet
Floor Heights (min - measured from floor to ceiling)
D Ground Floor 12 feet 8 feet 12 feet 8 feet
E Upper Floor 8 feet 8 feet
Building Base Height (min)
F Buildings up to 2 stories in height 14 feet 10 feet 12 feet 10 feet F Buildings 3 or 4 stories in height 16 feet
F Buildings 5 stories or more in height 25 feet
Table 6–4 in Section 6.5.A
regulates building placement
by zone, to ensure that new
buildings are sited and oriented
to define and engage the public
realm.
Table 6–5 in Section 6.5.B
regulates building height
by zone, to appropriately
scale buildings relative to
the Downtown vision. The
Neighborhood Transition Overlay
overrides the standards of the
zone, per Standard 6.5.3.a, in
order to establish a height
transition to the surrounding
neighborhoods.
Main Street Overlay Gateway
Overlay Elsewhere in Downtown
Front street build-to range, according to ground floor use:
Non-Residential 0’ – 10’ 5’ – 15’
Residential N/A N/A 10’ – 15’
Retail-Ready N/A 10' 10’ – 15’
Front street buildout (min) 100% 70%
Side street build-to range N/A 5’ – 10’
Side street buildout
(corner lots)
N/A Must meet the build-to range for the first 40’ behind the façade; outbuildings must be located on street side.
Side and Rear Setbacks (min.) - See § 6.5.A.3.b.g–i for additional side and rear setbacks Side yard 0’ 10% of lot width or 5’,
whichever is less
Rear (w/ alley) 15’ from the centerline of the alley
Rear (w/o alley) 5’
1. See Standards 6.5.B.3.a. and 6.5.B.3.b.
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
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Downtown Core Downtown
Neighborhood Downtown Industrial
Applicability
Façade length beyond which the
Massing Increment standards below
become applicable
For façades longer than
100’
For façades longer than
80’
For façades longer than
150’
Massing Increment (max.) 100’ 60’ 100’
Façade height difference between
massing increments (min.) 10% of lesser façade height 10% of lesser façade height 10% of lesser façade height Building base height difference
between massing increments (min.) 2’ 2’ 2’
Upper floors setback (min.), if
provided
Distance set back from the primary
façade
10’ 10’ 10’
Bay width 15’–30’ (see Section 6.5.D for more on bays)
Gap between Massing Increments
(min.) N/A 16’ wide by 20’ deep N/A
Downtown Core
Downtown
Neighborhood
Downtown
Main Street Industrial
Overlay
Gateway
Overlay
Elsewhere in
Zone
Ground Floor 70% – 95% 50% – 95% 35 – 95% 35 – 90% 25 – 90% Upper Floors 15% – 70%
Main Street Overlay Gateway Overlay Elsewhere in Downtown Shopfront Yes Yes Yes
Common Entrance / Lobby Yes2 Yes Yes
Retail-Ready No Yes 1, 3 Yes 1
Ground Floor Office No Yes 1 Yes
Ground Floor Residential No No Yes 1
Vehicular Access No Yes Yes
Table 6–6 in Section 6.5.C
provides standards to ensure
that new large developments do
not have monolithic façades that
feel overbearing to pedestrians.
Large façades are broken into
'Massing Increments' to reflect
the rhythm and scale of the
historic Downtown.
Table 6–7 in Section 6.5.D
ensures that façades have
enough fenestration to engage
the public realm and provide
eyes on the street.
Table 6–8 in Section 6.5.E
identifies which frontage types
are allowed in which overlay, to
ensure that the ground floors of
buildings properly relate to the
public realm.
1. Allowed only if a conditional use permit is acquired where necessary for the corresponding ground floor use. See Section 6.4.A.
2. Common entries and small lobbies are allowed in Main Street Overlay Zone, but must look like shopfronts, with clear glass fronting the street.
Lobbies should comprise no more than 20% of the frontage, the remaining length being shopfronts.
3. Retail-ready frontage within the gateway overlay is not permitted to contain residential dwelling units, per Section 6.4: Land Use Regulations.
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Main Street Overlay Gateway Overlay Elsewhere in Downtown Frequency of Building Entries (max.
distance between entrances) 50’ 50’ 75’
Main Street Overlay Gateway Overlay Elsewhere in Downtown Encroachment beyond the
façade
Encroachment beyond the
façade
Encroachment beyond the
façade
Stoop1 Not allowed Not allowed up to 2’ min. from ROW
sidewalk
Porch1 Not allowed Not allowed 8’ min. and up to 2’ min. from ROW sidewalk5
Terrace1 Not allowed Not allowed
Bay Window2 2’ to 4’ 2’ to 4’ 2’ to 4’
Balcony2 4’ to 8’ 4’ to 8’ 4’ to 8’
Awning or Canopy3 Up to 8’ Up to 8’ Up to 8’
Roof Eave / Cornice Assembly2 Up to 5’ Up to 5’ Up to 5’ Arcade4
See Table 6–12 for
standards and guidelines
Not allowed Not allowed
Gallery4 Not allowed Not allowed
Table 6–9 in Section 6.5.E
requires a minimum frequency
of building entries to bring
pedestrian activity to the
sidewalk.
Table 6–11 in Section 6.5.F
regulates architectural elements
which may encroach beyond
the building façade, to enhance
the relationship between the
building and the public realm.
After Section 6.5.F, the Chapter concludes with Site Standards & Guidelines, Section 6.6, which are applicable throughout Downtown and General Definitions, Section 6.6, which is a glossary of all words in italic blue font found in the chapter.
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Section 6.3
REGULATING PLAN
RESPECTING AND LEVERAGING EXISTING URBAN PATTERNS—This aerial of existing Downtown Watsonville shows how a higher concentration of urban intensity around Main Street and the Plaza fades to the lower intensity of the surrounding neighborhoods. The Regulating Plan zones and overlays respect this natural transition and support a range of beautiful, functional, and sustainable urban environments throughout Downtown.
The Role of the Regulating Plan. Within each regulatory topic of this Chapter, development standards and guidelines differ by zone and overlay. This is because different areas of the Downtown are intended to have different characteristics, informed by the existing context and future vision as described in previous chapters. The Regulating Plan (Figure 6–1) establishes these zones and overlays, whose intent is summarized in Sections 6.3.A and 6.3.B on the following pages.
In general, the arrangement of zones and overlays concentrates urban activity and intensity in the center of Downtown and allows development to transition to existing lower-intensity neighborhood fabric at the periphery of Downtown and to industrial activity to the south.
EXHIBIT A
Exhibit A
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Figure 6–1
REGULATING PLAN
Source: City of Watsonville (2022); Santa
Cruz County (2021); ESRI (2022).
0 100’
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Main St
Main St
Main St
Freedom Blvd
Walker St
Locust St
W Lake Ave E Lake Ave
2nd St Maple Ave
Grant St
Elm St
W Riverside Dr
E Riverside Dr
E 5th St
E Beach St
Center St
E Front St
W Front St
Union St
Grove St
Rodriguez St
W Beach St
Rodriguez St
Brennan St
Sudden St
Hyde St
Western Dr
Jefferson St
Marchant St
Carr St
Walker St
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Riverside
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6th St
Ford St
Kearney St
Watsonville
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downtown
watsonville
specific plan
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ZONES
Downtown Core
Downtown Neighborhood
OVERLAYS
Main Street
Gateway
Downtown Industrial
Public Facilities
Neighborhood Transition
Specific Plan Boundary
Rail Line
Waterway
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Map cleanup: Neighborhood
Transition Overlay removed
from properties that are
not directly adjacent to
residential neighborhoods
Map cleanup: Neighborhood
Transition Overlay added to
properties that are directly
adjacent to residential
neighborhoods
Map cleanup: Gateway
Overlay removed from
W Lake Ave frontage
to align with proposed
development
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A. Zones
1. Downtown Core
The Downtown Core Zone is an active, walkable environment, characterized by buildings up to 6 stories. This is the heart of Downtown—generally flanking Main Street—where the most active and intense development patterns and uses are anticipated. Upper floors contain residential units or office space. Buildings are close to the sidewalk and have little-to-no side setbacks.
2. Downtown Neighborhood
The Downtown Neighborhood Zone is characterized by smaller scale buildings than those of the Downtown Core Zone and generally includes a similar mix of active and residential uses.
3. Downtown Industrial
The Downtown Industrial Zone is where existing industrial uses may continue to exist and operate, while adaptive re-use of those buildings and infill development of a flexible mix of uses—including new housing—are anticipated over time. Per WMC Section 14-12.400, all new industrial development, as with all new development, will be subject to required findings of compatibility between adjacent uses related to traffic, noise, odors, visual nuisances, and other similar adverse effects. Additional standards for new residential development in this zone must also be followed.
4. Public Facilities
New development on parcels zoned Public Facilities shall be subject to the development and use standards that are set forth in WMC Section 14-16.800-803.
DOWNTOWN CORE DOWNTOWN INDUSTRIAL
DOWNTOWN NEIGHBORHOOD PUBLIC FACILITIES
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B. Overlays
1. Main Street
The Main Street Overlay is where the most active ground floor uses occur, and the highest quality frontages are required. The overlay is contiguous so that the “main street” environment is concentrated and not interrupted by pockets of less active environments.
2. Gateway
The Gateway Overlay is provided to extend some of the characteristics of the Main Street Overlay further down Main Street and onto select cross streets – but with some flexibility.
3. Neighborhood Transition
Development within this overlay transitions down in scale to that of the adjoining neighborhoods.
MAIN STREET OVERLAY
GATEWAY OVERLAY
NEIGHBORHOOD TRANSITION
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Exhibit A
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Section 6.4
LAND USE REGULATIONS
A. Use
Standards
1. Additional requirements for alcohol-related uses found in the City’s Alcohol Ordinance, in WMC Chapter 14-25 apply.
2. In mixed-use developments, residential use must be more than 50% of the total building square footage.
2. 3. Per WMC § 14-12.400, all new industrial development, as with all new development, will be subject to required findings of compatibility between adjacent uses related to traffic, noise, odors, visual nuisances, and other similar adverse effects.
Use
Downtown Core Downtown
Neighborhood
Downtown
Industrial Main Street 1
Overlay
Gateway
Overlay
Elsewhere in the
Zone
Alcohol-Related: Group A AUP required 1
Alcohol-Related: Group B SUP required 1
Antique Shop Not permitted on parcels fronting Main Street; AUP required elsewhere AUP required AUP required
Automobile Service Not permitted Not permitted Permitted Cannabis Facility Not permitted
Church SUP Required
Drive-through Not permitted
Dwelling Unit 2 Permitted on upper floors;
Not permitted on ground floors Permitted Permitted SUP Required Heavy industrial &
Manufacturing Not permitted Not permitted Permitted 23
Light Industrial / R&D Not permitted AUP required 23 Permitted 23 Office
Permitted on
upper floors;
Not permitted on
ground floors
Permitted on
upper floors;
AUP required for
ground floors
Permitted Permitted Permitted
Payday Lenders Not permitted
Transit Center Permitted
Storage/warehouse Not permitted Not permitted Permitted Thrift Shop Not permitted on parcels fronting Main Street; AUP required elsewhere AUP required AUP required
Use Code 65 SUP required
Vehicle fueling facility Not permitted
This section includes land use
provisions for all properties within
the plan area. Commercial Uuses not
listed in Table 6–3 shall be allowed
by right unless prohibited elsewhere
in the WMC. For example, retail and
restaurants are allowed by right
throughout the plan area; therefore,
they are not included in Table 6–3.
Definitions of the uses in Table 6–3 are
in Section 6.4.B. All uses are subject to
all applicable development standards,
State law, and any other applicable
requirements that are beyond the scope
of this section. Administrative Use
Permits, Temporary Use Permits, and
Special Use Permits shall be subject
to the procedural requirements of
WMC Chapter 14-12, Part 5. Required
determinations for issuances of
Conditional Use Permits, including
Special Use Permits and Administrative
Use Permits, are found in Section 6.4.C.
Table 6–3 Land Use Regulations
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Alcohol-Related: Group A. Group A includes the following uses: Brewpub (ABC License Type 23, 75), restaurant with beer and wine sales (ABC License Type 41), grocery store with beer and wine sales (ABC License Type 20), and wine bar (ABC License Type 42).
Alcohol-Related: Group B. Any alcohol-related use not included in Group A (see above). Group B includes, but is not limited to, grocery store with liquor sales (ABC License Type 21), restaurant with bar/liquor sales (ABC License Type 47), and bars as defined in WMC section 14-18.112 (ABC License Type 48).
Antique Shop. A place of business that sells furnishings, utensils, equipment, objects of art, objects having aesthetic value, ornamental objects, curios and like objects of personal value, all of which by reason of age, antiquity, obsolescence, or rarity, are valued principally for decorative, aesthetic, or sentimental value or purpose, or as collector’s items, as opposed to the utility value or purpose for which originally manufactured or produced. An antique shall have an age of at least 40 years.
Automobile service. An establishment for which the primary purpose is the onsite repair, cleaning, detailing, dismantling, or similar work on cars.
Cannabis Facility. Any building or structure used for or related to the cultivation, processing, testing, retail sales, delivery or manufacturing of cannabis, per WMC 14-53.103.
Church. A facility for which regular religious services are the primary function.
Drive-through facility. An establishment where customers are regularly attended while remaining seated within an automobile.
Dwelling unit. Any building or portion thereof that is used as an independent living facility for one or more persons.
B. Use Definitions
Heavy industrial/manufacturing. An establishment that includes laborintensive manufacturing, assembly, fabrication, or repair processes that produces odors, noise, vibration, hazardous waste materials, or particulates that may negatively affect other uses on the same site or neighboring properties.
Light Industrial / R&D. Non-nuisance industry, business, service, and research work.
Office. A building or portion thereof used as a place for commercial, professional, or bureaucratic work that does not depend on regular on-site visits from customers.
Storage/warehouse. A facility for which the primary purpose is storage, wholesaling, and/or distribution.
Thrift Shop. Any individual personal partnership, firm, or corporation whose business includes buying, selling, trading, taking in pawn, accepting for sale on consignment, or accepting for auctioning, secondhand tangible property.
Use Code 65. Commercial amusement and recreational services included in Use Code 65 of the Watsonville Land Use Classification Manual with the exception that adult entertainment uses (6541 and 6542) are not permitted.
Vehicle fueling facility. A gas station. This does not include electrical fueling stations, which are permitted but still subject to the standards of this Chapter.
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C. Required Determinations for Conditional Uses
Required Determinations for Issuance of Conditional Use Permits, including Administrative Use Permits and Special Use Permits.
1. Intent
The intent of the Downtown Specific Plan is to enable a lively and dynamic mix of diverse land uses within in a safe, comfortable, human-scale, pedestrian-oriented, mixed-use downtown environment. The intrinsic value and amenity of fine downtowns derives in large measure from their concentration of relatively high intensities of diverse uses within a relatively small area. The vision, policies, standards and guidelines of this Plan are structured and organized to require development patterns and building forms and configurations within which the permitted land uses—as identified in Section 6.4.A—can comfortably coexist and add value to one another by their proximity and connectivity, without generating any undue conflicts between adjacent uses and users.
In order to potentially further expand the range and diversity of uses in Downtown Watsonville, for uses so designated in Table 6–3, the Director may grant an Administrative Use Permit (AUP) or the Planning Commission may grant a Special Use Perming (SUP) upon conducting a special review in accordance with Section 14.12.500 of the Watsonville Municipal Code (WMC). The special review shall be for the purpose of determining that each such proposed use is, and will continue to be, compatible with surrounding, existing, or planned uses; and for the further purpose of establishing such special conditions as may be necessary to insure the harmonious integration and compatibility of such uses in the Downtown and with the surrounding area.
The Zoning Administrator or Planning Commission, as provided in 14.12.500, may approve, conditionally approve, or deny an application for a conditional use and, in granting conditional approval, may impose such requirements and conditions with respect to site design, architectural design, construction, maintenance, operation, and duration as may be deemed reasonable and necessary for the protection of adjacent properties and the public interest. The granting of a Conditional Use Permit shall not exempt the applicant from complying with the requirements of other provisions of this Specific Plan, the WMC, the Building Code, or other local, state, or federal requirements.
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2. Required Determinations
The following determinations shall be made and appropriate conditions applied to ensure:
a. That the proposed use will not become a public nuisance, resulting in disturbances of the peace, illegal drug activity including sales or possession thereof, public drunkenness, drinking in public, harassment of passersby, gambling, prostitution, public urination, curfew violations, theft, assaults, batteries, acts of vandalism, illegal parking, excessive littering, excessive noise (particularly between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.), noxious smells or fumes, lewd conduct, or frequent police detention, citations or arrests, or any other activity declared by the City to be a public nuisance determined by California law to be public nuisance.
i. That the proposed use will not generate noise, light, glare, dust, noxious odors or other similar adverse effects on surrounding uses. For the purposes of this requirement, “surrounding uses” shall include occupants of neighboring buildings, occupants of other floors within the same building, and pedestrians passing along the sidewalk in front of the subject property.
ii. By the design and construction of buildings and by hours of operation of the subject use, noise that would be disruptive to residents of dwellings beside or above the proposed use shall not be permitted between the hours of 11:00 P.M. and 7:00 A.M.
b. That the proposed use will not generate access and parking requirements in excess of those provided for in Chapter 4: Public Realm & Transportation. c. That perceived privacy and/or security requirements of the proposed use will not lead building users to maintain rarely opened opaque window coverings on street-facing windows, nor to routinely utilize rear or side entries rather than street-facing front doors as the primary means of access and egress to the building.
d. That the ground floor rooms adjacent to the street frontage will be occupied during much of the day and occupied and/or lighted during most evenings. i. For all retail, restaurant and indoor recreational uses, display windows shall not “wall off” views into retail interior spaces, and the interiors of dining rooms and activity rooms shall be clearly visible to passing pedestrians.
ii. For office uses, front rooms should include lobbies, waiting areas, and office spaces in which window blinds are typically open. iii. For residential uses, front rooms should include living rooms and dining rooms, and not include bathrooms, closets and other uninhabited spaces.
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Section 6.5
FORM
REGULATIONS
FORM REGULATIONS—This Section ensures that all new buildings contribute to the Downtown environment, respecting its context and building on its history. The Lettunich Building (shown below) is a great existing example of a Downtown contributor.
BUILDING PLACEMENT—This example block shows buildings sited and oriented (with yellow arrows representing building orientation) to define and engage streets, with parking to the rear of buildings.
A. Building Placement
1. Intent
The standards and guidelines of this
section seek to ensure that, to the
extent practical, new buildings are
sited and oriented to appropriately
define and engage new and existing
streets, public spaces, courts, and
paseos (See Section 6.7 for a glossary of
all words in italic blue font).
2. Applicability
The standards and guidelines of this
section apply to all projects which
include the construction of new
primary buildings.
STREET
STREET
STREETSTREET
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Main Street
Overlay
Gateway
Overlay
Elsewhere in
Downtown
A Front street build-to range, according to ground floor use:
Non-Residential 0’ – 10’ 5’ – 15’
Residential N/A N/A 10’ – 15’
Retail-Ready N/A 10' 2 10’ – 15’
B Front street buildout (min) 100% 70%
C Side street build-to range 1 N/A 5’ – 10’
D Side street buildout
(corner lots) 1
N/A Must meet the build-to range for
the first 40’ behind the façade;
outbuildings must be located on
street side.
Side and Rear Setbacks (min.)
E Side yard 0’ 10% of lot width or
5’, whichever is less3
F Rear (w/ alley) 15’ from the centerline of the alley
F Rear (w/o alley) 5’ 5' 3
3. Standards
Table 6–4
Building Placement Front Street
Side Street
1. Side street standards are only applicable to corner lots. See Standard 6.5.A.3.f for more.
2. Retail frontages in the Gateway Overlay may contain non-residential uses, but they may not contain ground floor residential dwelling units, per the Land Use Regulations (see Table 6–3).
3. See § 6.5.A.3.g–h for additional side and rear setbacks in the Downtown Neighborhood and Downtown Industrial Zones.
a. Frontage Buildout. New primary buildings shall be set in relation to the build-to ranges in compliance with Table 6–4 and the text of this section.
The following elements may recess from or break the ground floor façade and constitute allowed exceptions to the frontage buildout requirement. i. Forecourts, subject to Section 6.6.E.3, can span up to 35% of a lot's frontage buildout requirement.
ii. Entrances—no wider than 12'—to paseos, passages, or side yards (§
6.6.E).
iii. Exterior staircases and associated landing areas.
iv. Chamfered corners, provided they include an entrance or stairway. v. Specific to frontage outside of the Main St and Gateway Overlays: up to 70 feet of surface parking frontage may abut a street. Including sidewalks and any landscaping, the distance between buildings on either side of the surface parking shall be 100' or less. Any portion of the surface parking lot adjacent to the street—apart from any driveway width—must be set back 5 feet from the sidewalk, or as far back as the building face, whichever is greater. A wall or hedge that is between 3 and 3.5 feet in height must be located within this setback area, but shall be no closer than 1.5 feet to either the sidewalk or to the edge of the surface lot. Screening may be interrupted only for vehicular and pedestrian access & visibility.
vi. In select locations, and only if needed to support a new primary building(s) which is located in and meets the standards of the Main St and/or Gateway Overlays, up to 75% of the block's frontage may be surface parking. Allow locations are limited to: on the south side of Union St, between Maple Ave and Riverside Dr; on the north side of Rodriguez St, between Lake Ave and Beach St; and on the north side of Rodriguez St, between 2nd St and Riverside Dr. This surface parking shall be screened per § 6.5.A.3.a.v and shall feature trees throughout the parking lot.
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b. Parking and Vehicular Access. Apart from the exceptions stated above (Standards 6.5.A.3.a.v and 6.5.A.3.a.vi), all surface parking shall be located behind the primary building, to the rear of the lot. Structured ground floor parking shall be set behind at least 30 feet of occupiable ground floor liner space. Vehicular access into the ground floor of a building, where allowed, comprises part of a building's frontage buildout and is regulated by Section
6.5.E (the Vehicular Access frontage type). Vehicular drives into a lot do not comprise part of the frontage buildout and are subject to the following standards:
i. They are not exceptions to the buildout percentage;
ii. They shall be no wider than 10' if one-way or 18' if two-way; iii. They are not allowed in the Main Street overlay or anywhere an alley is present.
c. Building Orientation. Buildings, in order to property orient toward and engage the public realm, shall take access from and front the public realm per Section 6.5.E.
d. Front Setback and Encroachments. The design of the front setback area is regulated by Section 6.5.E. Allowed encroachments into the front setback are regulated in Section 6.5.F. Allowed encroachments into required side and rear setback areas are identified in WMC Section 14.40.130.
e. Exceptions to Required Setbacks and Build-To Ranges. The Director may grant exceptions to the standards of Table 6–4 in the case of adaptive reuse of existing buildings, provided that the ground floor frontage is calibrated, to the extent practical, according to the standards and guidelines of Section 6.5F. f. Corner Lots. Side street standards are only applicable to corner lots. Corner lot applicants shall identify which street is their front street and which street is their side street, typically following the pattern of nearby blocks. Main St shall never be treated as a Side Street; frontage along Main St is always subject to the Front Street standards. For projects which comprise more than 60% of a block's area, that project shall treat all adjacent streets as Front Streets.
SURFACE PARKING—In some locations, a limited amount of surface parking is allowed in new development to abut a street in support of new active Downtown buildings. See standards 6.5.A.3.a.v. and 6.5.A.3.a.vi for where surface parking is an exception to buildout requirements.
VEHICULAR ACCESS INTO A
BUILDING—Vehicular access into the
ground floor of a building is a frontage
type and is regulated by Section 6.5.E.
VEHICULAR DRIVE INTO A LOT—
Vehicular drives are to be located and
designed so as to preserve the beauty
and function of a walkable Downtown
environment. See Standard 6.5.A.3.b.
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g. Side and Rear Setbacks for New Residential Uses in the Downtown Industrial Zone. Any new residential building in the Industrial Zone (where allowed by SUP per Section 6.4.A) shall be arranged so as to minimize adverse impacts on dwelling units from neighboring industrial uses. Any new residential unit shall be set back a minimum of 10' from the property line of any adjacent industrial use. This setback shall include landscaping and/or site walls (subject to §6.6.C.5) which minimize adverse impacts.
h. Side and Rear Setbacks for New Industrial Uses. Any new industrial building on a lot with a property line that abuts the Downtown Neighborhood Zone shall have a rear setback of 10' (min). This setback shall include landscaping and/or site walls (subject to §6.6.C.5) which minimize adverse impacts.
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Table 6–5
Building Height Downtown Core Downtown
Neighborhood
Downtown
Industrial
Neighborhood
Transition
Overlay 1
Allowed Number of Stories
A Street Façade
2 to 4 stories;
3100% of the length of the
principal façade can be
built up to 6 stories (max)
4 stories (max) 1
3 stories (max)
See Standards
6.5.B.3.a. and
6.5.B.3.b.
B Total Number of Floors
6 stories (max); 5th and
6th floors set back from
the principal street façade
a minimum of 15 feet
4 stories (max) 1
3 stories (max)
See Standards
6.5.B.3.a. and
6.5.B.3.b.
Ground Floor Level (measured from level of exterior sidewalk) C Ground Floor 0 feet 0 to 4 feet 0 to 4 feet
Floor Heights (min - measured from floor to ceiling)
D Ground Floor 12 feet 8 feet 12 feet 8 feet
E Upper Floor 8 feet 8 feet
Building Base Height (min)
F Buildings up to 2 stories in height 14 feet 10 feet 12 feet 10 feet F Buildings 3 or 4 stories in height 16 feet
F Buildings 5 stories or more in height 25 feet
B. Building Height
1. Intent
These standards and guidelines are
intended to implement the physical
vision that is articulated in Chapter 2.
2. Applicability
The standards and guidelines of this
section apply to all new buildings
within the plan area.
3. Standards
a. Building height and upper floor
stepbacks shall conform to the
standards of Table 6–5, except as
noted in b. below.
b. Where applicable per the
Regulating Plan (Figure 6–1),
the Neighborhood Transition
Overlay overrides the Zone for
the first 100 feet from the nearest
property line outside the Downtown
Plan Area. as follows:
• Where there is a street or alley
between the subject parcel and the
nearest parcel outside the Downtown
Plan Area, all floors above the third
floor the fourth floor shall be set
back an additional 12 feet from the
building face facing the street or
D
E
D
E
15’
15’
C
C
A
A
B
B
F
F
Property Line Property Line
Private
Frontage
Private
Frontage Street Façade Street Façade
1. See Standards 6.5.B.3.a. and 6.5.B.3.b.
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