Woodland City Council
October 7, 2025

City of Woodland

Meeting Agenda

City Council
City Hall
Council Chambers
300 First Street
Woodland, CA 95695
October 7, 2025
6:00 PM

JOINT REGULAR CITY COUNCIL/WOODLAND FINANCE AUTHORITY MEETING 6:00 PM

A. CALL TO ORDER

B. ROLL CALL

C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Land Acknowledgment Statement - The City of Woodland acknowledges the land on which we live and work.

For thousands of years, this land has been the home of Patwin people. Today, there are three federally recognized Patwin tribes: Cachil DeHe Band of Wintun Indians of the Colusa Indian Community, Kletsel Dehe Wintun Nation, and Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation. The Patwin people have remained committed to the stewardship of this land over many centuries. It has been cherished and protected, as elders have instructed the young through generations. We are honored and grateful to be here today on their traditional lands.

D. COMMUNICATIONS - PUBLIC COMMENT

This is an opportunity for the public to speak to the Council on any item other than those listed on this agenda.

Speakers are requested to use the microphone in front of the Council and to begin by stating their name, whether they reside in Woodland and the name of the organization they represent if any. The Mayor may impose a time limit on any speaker depending on the number of people wanting to speak and time available for the rest of the agenda. In the event comments are related to an item scheduled on the agenda, speakers may be required to wait to make their comments until that item is considered. The option to submit a public comment via voicemail is no longer available. Written Public Comments Members of the public are welcome to submit written comments prior to the meeting. Comments should be submitted by email to [email protected]. Written Comments received at least two (2) hours prior to the scheduled start time of the City Council meeting will be provided to the City Council and posted to the City website as part of the official record of the meeting but will not be read into the record. Written Comments received within two (2) hours of the scheduled start time of the City Council meeting and during the City Council meeting will be provided to the City Council the day following the City Council meeting. If you are submitting written comments on a particular item on the agenda, please identify the agenda item number and letter. If you are submitting written comments on an item not listed on the agenda, please identify your e-mail/comment as a General Public Comment. Note: Public comments at special meetings are limited to items on the agenda only.

1. SUBJECT: General Public Comments

WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: This section is reserved for "General" Public Comments emailed within two (2) hours prior to the Council Meeting. These comments will be provided to the City Council and incorporated into the meeting minutes. Any other written communications submitted for items specific to this agenda will be attached as a file to the associated agenda item.

E. COMMUNICATIONS - COUNCIL/STAFF STATEMENTS AND REQUESTS

This is an opportunity for the Council Members and Staff to make comments and announcements, to express concerns, or to request Council's consideration of any items a Council Member would like to have discussed at a future Council meeting.

2. SUBJECT: Long Range Calendar

RECOMMENDATION FOR ACTION: Staff recommends that the City Council receive the Long Range Calendar for informational purposes only.

F. CONSENT CALENDAR

3. SUBJECT: Proclamation for National Hispanic Heritage Month

RECOMMENDATION FOR ACTION: Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a Proclamation recognizing September 15, 2025 through October 15, 2025 as National Hispanic Heritage Month in Woodland.

4. SUBJECT: 2025 Fire Prevention Week Proclamation

RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a Proclamation recognizing October 5, 2025, through October 11, 2025, as Fire Prevention Week in Woodland.

5. SUBJECT: City Council Meeting Minutes of September 2, 2025 and September 16, 2025.

RECOMMENDATION FOR ACTION: Staff recommends the City Council adopt the minutes of the Joint Regular City Council/Woodland Finance Authority Meetings of September 2, 2025 and September 16, 2025.

6. SUBJECT: Community Development Department Semi-Annual Report for January 2025 to June 2025.

RECOMMENDATION FOR ACTION: Staff recommends that the City Council receive the semi-annual report for the Community Development Department for the time period of January to June 2025.

7. SUBJECT: Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance Relating to Entertainment Zones

RECOMMENDATION FOR ACTION: Staff recommends that the City Council conduct a second reading and adopt an Ordinance amending Chapter 9.28 "Offenses - Miscellaneous" section 9.28.220, and Chapter 12.40 "Special Events" section 12.40.050, and adding Chapter 12.42 "Entertainment Zones" relating to Entertainment Zones.

8. SUBJECT: Waiver of Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Woodland Municipal Code Title 17 "Zoning" Updates for Clarity and Usability

RECOMMENDATION FOR ACTION: Staff recommends that City Council waive the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. _____ amending Woodland Municipal Code Title 17 "Zoning" in multiple sections for enhanced clarity, usability, and State law conformity.

9. SUBJECT: Waiver of Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Woodland Municipal Code Title 17, "Zoning" and Title 16, "Subdivision" Amendments related to Two-Unit projects and Urban Lot Splits

RECOMMENDATION FOR ACTION: Staff recommends that City Council

Waive the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. _______, amending Woodland Municipal Code Title 17, "Zoning", and Title 16, "Subdivion", Sections 17.84.380 and 16.90 related to Two-Unit projects and Urban Lot Splits.

10. SUBJECT: Accept funding from the Woodland-Davis Clean Water Agency and allocate the funds to the ASR Well #31 Project, CIP 17-05

RECOMMENDATION FOR ACTION: Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No.____ to accept $592,453.94 from the Woodland-Davis Clean Water Agency and appropriate the funds to the ASR Well #31 project, CIP 17-05 in the Water Enterprise Fund (Fund 2210).

11. SUBJECT: Consider authorizing a rate for the collection and handling of residential solid waste in excess of authorized bundled rates.

RECOMMENDATION FOR ACTION: Staff recommends the City Council adopt Resolution No. , to establish a solid waste rate for additional residential garbage collection service effective November 1, 2025.

12. SUBJECT: Approve Consultant Services Agreement with Mark Thomas for design of the SR 113/CR 25A Ultimate Interchange Improvements Project, CIP 21-14

RECOMMENDATION FOR ACTION: Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. ______, to 1) approve a consultant services agreement with Mark Thomas, in an amount not to exceed $1,154,980 for design of the SR 113/CR 25A Ultimate Interchange Improvement Project, CIP 21-14 (the “Project”) and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement and amendments as necessary up to 15% ($173,247) of the agreement amount, and 2) appropriate $1,554,148 in Spring Lake Infrastructure – Roads funding (Fund 682) to the Project.

13. SUBJECT: Resolution Authorizing the Acceptance and Appropriation of the 2024 Assistance to Firefighters Grant for Tiller Equipment and Additional Training

RECOMMENDATION FOR ACTION: Staff recommends the City Council adopt Resolution No. _____, authorizing the acceptance of the 2024 Assistance to Firefighters Grand award and the appropriation of $251,450.00 to the Other Federal Grants Fund (1330) to fund the additional expenditure of Aerial Tiller Operations Training and Additional Training.

14. SUBJECT: Consideration of Settlement Agreement between the City, Sierra Northern Railroad, and County of Yolo

RECOMMENDATION FOR ACTION: Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. , Approving the Settlement and Release Agreement between, and among, Sierra Northern Railway (SNRR), City of Woodland (City), and the County of Yolo (County), which settles the claims that SNRR has alleged against the City and County in Yolo County Superior Court No. CV2022-0479.

G. REPORTS OF THE CITY MANAGER

15. SUBJECT: Adoption of the 2025 Emergency Operation Plan (EOP).

RECOMMENDATION FOR ACTION: Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. ____, approving the updated City of Woodland Emergency Operations Plan and authorizing the Mayor to sign the Letter of Promulgation stating the Council’s support for the Plan.

16. SUBJECT: Woodland Police Department Semi-Annual Report January 1, 2025 – June 30, 2025

RECOMMENDATION FOR ACTION: Staff recommends that the City Council receive the Woodland Police Department’s Semi-Annual Report for the period from January 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025.

H. ADJOURN

I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing Agenda for the Joint Regular City Council/ Woodland Finance Authority of the City of Woodland scheduled for October 7, 2025 was posted on October 3, 2025 in the outside display case at City Hall, 300 First Street, Woodland, CA, and was available to the public during normal business hours.

Marissa Kersey
City Clerk

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TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA: City Council Regular Meeting
DATE: October 7, 2025
ITEM #: D.1
SUBJECT: General Public Comments

This section is reserved for "General" Public Comments emailed within two (2) hours prior to the Council Meeting. These comments will be provided to the City Council and incorporated into the meeting minutes. Any other written communications submitted for items specific to this agenda will be attached as a file to the associated agenda item.

Attachments:

None

TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA: City Council Regular Meeting
DATE: October 7, 2025
ITEM #: E.2
SUBJECT: Long Range Calendar

Staff recommends that the City Council receive the Long Range Calendar for informational purposes only.

Attachments:

1. Long Range Calendar

CITY COUNCIL LONG RANGE CALENDAR

October 21st REGULAR MEETING
Proclamation – World Polio Day
Proclamation – YCH 25th Anniversary
Approving Consultant Agreement for ESDC WPCF Grit and IPS Project Approving Consultant Agreement for Fire Station #4 Project Approving Consultant Agreement for SS4A Safety Action Plan, CIP 25-03 Approving Consultant Agreement for Main Street Complete Streets, CIP 22-13 Approve Recreation Enterprise Funds for Gym Floor Maintenance Adoption of 2025 California Building Standards and Fire Codes FY24/25 Budget Carry-Overs
Citywide Road Maintenance Program Presentation

November 4th REGULAR MEETING
Proclamation – Yolo Philanthropy Awards
Approving a Declaration of Surplus Property at 3 Well Sites Approving License Agreement with Community Care Car
Quarterly Investment Report
FY26 First Quarter Budget Update

November 18th REGULAR MEETING
Public Hearing: Adoption of 2025 California Building Standards and Fire Codes Downtown Parking Time Limit Changes
Woodland Soccer Club – License Agreement Sports Park

Future Topics / Study Sessions:

Cemetery Maintenance (December)
Solar PPA Buyout – Terra Verde (December)
Yolo Active Transportation Corridors Project Presentation (January 2026) Sewer and Water Rate Study Presentations (Jan/Feb 2026) Animal Services Governance Model (TBD)
Updated 10/6/2025

TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA: City Council Regular Meeting
DATE: October 7, 2025
ITEM #: F.3
SUBJECT: Proclamation for National Hispanic Heritage Month

Recommendation for Action: Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a Proclamation recognizing September 15, 2025 through October 15, 2025 as National Hispanic Heritage Month in Woodland.

Attachments:

1. Proclamation National Hispanic Heritage Month 2025 (1)

PROCLAMATION
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH 2025
COLLECTIVE HERITAGE: HONORING THE PAST, INSPIRING THE FUTURE

WHEREAS, Hispanic Heritage month was enacted into law on August 17, 1988 and the US celebrates from September 15 through October 15; and

WHEREAS, the term Hispanic refers to communities from Spain and other Spanish-speaking countries, excluding Brazil; Latino refers to communities from Latin America; and Chicano refers to all Spanish-speaking and original Indigenous peoples who trace their heritage to Latin America and Africa; and

WHEREAS, September 15 was selected as this celebration’s start date to coincide with the Independence Day celebrations of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico, Chile, and Belize observe their independence on September 16, 18, and 21, respectively; and

WHEREAS, Chicano, Latino, and Hispanic people have had a profound and positive influence in the United States through their strong commitment to family, hard work, and public service, among many other qualities. They have enhanced our national character with traditions that reflect the diverse customs of their communities and Woodland is a more vibrant place because of them; and

WHEREAS, Chicano, Latino, and Hispanic people have and continue to serve as Civil Rights leaders, educators, public servants, business owners, activists, artists, colleagues, friends, and much more in our community and across the world; and

WHEREAS, the State of California is home to more than 15 million Latinos, more than half of the K-12 student population in California is Latino, and roughly 49% of Woodlanders identify as Hispanic or Latino; and

WHEREAS, the City of Woodland is proud to celebrate our Chicano, Latino, and Hispanic neighbors by partnering on several activities during the month-long celebration, including; a delegation from our Sister City of La Piadad, Michoacan and the Concilio of Yolo County’s 37th Recognition Dinner and Scholarship Fundraiser on October 11th hosting; and

WHEREAS, even today, Chicano, Latino, and Hispanic people persist through discrimination and prejudice to build and grow their communities undeterred, and we remember those who have long led the ongoing movement for justice and equality; and

WHEREAS, the theme for the 2025 Hispanic Heritage Month celebration is “Collective Heritage: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future,” which celebrates the rich history and achievements of Hispanic and Latino communities while emphasizing their role in shaping the future.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of Woodland proclaims the month beginning on September 15 and ending on October 15, 2025 as National Hispanic Heritage Month and encourages all Woodlanders to commemorate this occasion.

DATED: October 7, 2025

__________________________________________
Rich Lansburgh, Mayor

Tom Stallard, Mayor Pro Tempore David Moreno, Council Member

Tania Garcia-Cadena, Council Member Mayra Vega, Council Member

TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA: City Council Regular Meeting
DATE: October 7, 2025
ITEM #: F.4
SUBJECT: 2025 Fire Prevention Week Proclamation

Recommendation for Action: Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a Proclamation recognizing October 5, 2025, through October 11, 2025, as Fire Prevention Week in Woodland.

Staff Contact:

Matt Flint, Fire Marshal, [email protected], 530-661-5855

Background:

Since 1922, the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) has sponsored the public observance of Fire Prevention Week. In 1925, President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed Fire Prevention Week a national observance, making it the longest-running public health observance in our country. During Fire Prevention Week, children, adults, and teachers learn how to stay safe in case of a fire.

Firefighters provide lifesaving public education in an effort to drastically decrease casualties caused by fires.

Fire Prevention Week is observed each year during the week of October 9th in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire, which began on October 8, 1871, and caused devastating damage. This devastating fire killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures, and burned more than 2,000 acres of land.

Discussion:

For 2025, Fire Prevention Week runs from October 5, 2025, through October 11, 2025. This year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home,” focuses on raising awareness about the safe use, charging, and disposal of lithium-ion batteries.

These batteries power many of the devices used in daily life — from cell phones, tablets, and laptops to power tools, e-bikes, and children’s toys. While highly efficient, lithium-ion batteries can pose a fire risk if they are damaged, improperly charged, or not recycled responsibly.

The Woodland Fire Department is committed to reducing the occurrence of home fires and injuries by educating the community on safe battery practices. This includes three key messages: purchase only listed and tested products, charge batteries safely by following manufacturer instructions, and recycle old or damaged batteries properly.

The Woodland Fire Department Community Risk Reduction Division staff will run a targeted social media and outreach campaign to share this year’s theme with residents, schools, and businesses.

The campaign will include practical tips for preventing battery-related fires and highlight resources for safe disposal and recycling.

Fire Prevention Week will conclude with a community open house at Woodland Fire Station #1, located at 101 Court Street, on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm. The event will provide opportunities for families to meet local firefighters, tour fire engines, and learn more about fire prevention and battery safety.

Conclusion:

Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a Proclamation recognizing October 5, 2025, through October 11, 2025, as Fire Prevention Week in Woodland.

Prepared by: Morgan Sanchez, Community Risk Reduction Specialist

Reviewed by: Matt Flint, Fire Marshal

Attachments:

1. Proclamation - Fire Prevention Week 2025

PROCLAMATION
FIRE PREVENTION WEEK 2025
WHEREAS, the City of Woodland is committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents and visitors, recognizing that fire safety is a responsibility shared by the entire community; and

WHEREAS, fire remains a serious public safety concern both in Woodland and across the nation, and the widespread use of lithium-ion batteries in everyday devices introduces unique and growing fire risks; and

WHEREAS, Woodland families, schools, and businesses rely daily on electronics powered by lithium-ion batteries — including smartphones, tablets, laptops, power tools, e-bikes, and toys — which, if damaged, improperly charged, or misused, can overheat, catch fire, or explode; and

WHEREAS, the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) has reported a significant increase in battery-related fires, underscoring the need for community-wide education on safe battery use, charging, and disposal; and

WHEREAS, the Woodland Fire Department encourages residents to take three simple but vital steps to prevent battery-related fires: purchase only listed and tested products, charge batteries safely using the manufacturer’s instructions, and recycle old or damaged batteries responsibly; and

WHEREAS, lithium-ion batteries store a large amount of energy in a small space, and unsafe practices — such as overcharging, using off-brand or uncertified chargers, or exposing batteries to physical damage — create dangerous fire hazards that threaten homes, businesses, and first responders; and

WHEREAS, the proper recycling and disposal of lithium-ion batteries not only reduce environmental harm but also lower fire risks within Woodland neighborhoods and throughout Yolo County; and

WHEREAS, Woodland’s firefighters and prevention specialists are dedicated to reducing the occurrence of fires through inspections, safety education, and community outreach, striving to keep our community safe every day; and

WHEREAS, the 2025 Fire Prevention Week™ theme, “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home,” reminds us of the importance of making safe choices when using, charging, and recycling lithium-ion batteries to protect our families and our community.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of Woodland proclaims the week of October 5th to 11th, 2025, as Fire Prevention Week in the City of Woodland and urge all residents to join the Woodland Fire Department in supporting fire safety efforts and practicing safe use of lithium-ion batteries at home, at work, and in our community.

DATED: October 7, 2025

Rich Lansburgh, Mayor
Tom Stallard, Mayor Pro Tempore David Moreno, Council Member Tania Garcia-Cadena, Council Member Mayra Vega, Council Member

TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA: City Council Regular Meeting
DATE: October 7, 2025
ITEM #: F.5
SUBJECT: City Council Meeting Minutes of September 2, 2025 and September 16, 2025.

Recommendation for Action: Staff recommends the City Council adopt the minutes of the Joint Regular City Council/Woodland Finance Authority Meetings of September 2, 2025 and September 16, 2025.

Staff Contact:

Marissa Kersey, City Clerk, (530) 661-5806, [email protected]

Attachments:

1. Draft Minutes for September 2, 2025

2. Draft Minutes for September 16, 2025

TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA: City Council Regular Meeting
DATE: October 7, 2025
ITEM #: F.6
SUBJECT: Community Development Department Semi-Annual
Report for January 2025 to June 2025

Recommendation for Action: Staff recommends that the City Council receive the semi-annual report for the Community Development Department for the time period of January to June 2025.

Staff Contact:

Lauryn Wiens, Management Analyst, (530) 661-5818, [email protected]

Discussion:

This Semi-Annual Community Development Department Status Report covers the period from January 1, 2025, through June 30, 2025. The report presents a summary of work performed during this time period, including notable Department highlights.

Conclusion:

Staff recommends that the City Council receive the Community Development Department Semi- Annual Status Report for January 1, 2025, through June 30, 2025.

Attachments:

1. CDD Semiannual Jan-Jun 2025

$4,165,373
CDD

S E MI A N N U A L

R E P O R T

PLANNING & BUILDING
32 planning entitlements completed or in process
12 pre-application reviews
Partnership with Yolo County Housing on
Affordable Housing Sustainable Communities grant
application for Tupelo Residential Project and
Choice Neighborhoods Planning grant
Ordinance updates for Two-Unit Projects and Urban
Lot Splits, Small Lot Subdivisions, Mobile Food
Vendors, and Density Bonus
Heritage Home Awards selection guidelines
updated in partnership with the Planning
Commission
Parklets policy update and two-year program
extension
3 Retail Cannabis Business Permits Issued
C o m m e r c i a l
6 4 5 k W
9 p e r m i t s

SOLAR PERMITS
BY KILOWATTS - 2291 KW TOTAL
R e s i d e n t i a l
1 , 6 4 6 k W
2 1 8 p e r m i t s

ISSUED BUILDING PERMITS

VALUATION
$50.2 M
61 new residential building permits issued
(Spring Lake 40, Infill 9 & ADU 12)
4 commercial accessory building permits
1,200 other permit types (tenant improvements,
pools, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.)

DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES COLLECTED
CDD SEMIANNUAL REPORT | 01.01.25 - 06.30.25

AVERAGE DAILY

INSPECTIONS
4,620 TOTAL
3535
Y o l a n o D o n n e l l y C h o i c e N e i g h b o r h o o d s D e s i g n C a r e t t e

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES & CAPITAL PROJECTS

CODE ENFORCEMENT
3 7 3

C A L L S F O R S E R V I C E
3 7 3

C A L L S F O R S E R V I C E
2 7 3

C A S E S C L O S E D
2 7 3

C A S E S C L O S E D
* D o e s n o t a c c o u n t
f o r o n g o i n g o r
u n c o m p l e t e d c a s e
c a r r y - o v e r f r o m
p r e v i o u s p e r i o d s
Junk/debris
Lawn parking &
inoperable vehicle
Visual blight
Overgrown
vegetation
Substandard
housing
Unpermitted work
Unpermitted food
vendors

COMMON TOPICS

DEVELOPMENT & ENGINEERING

RUBY ESTATESPRUDLER

SOUTHEAST AREA AQUATICS CENTER
116

ENCROACHMENTPERMITS ISSUED
$2.5M in progress
$2.2M accepted
$250K initiated (Woodland
Opportunity Village, Cobram Estates
Expansion, Welders Supply)
$630k in progress (Woodland
Mosque, Woodland Ford)
$1.25M accepted (Staybridge Suites
Hotel, Hilton/Courtyard)

VALUATION OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS

SUBDIVISION COMMERCIAL & INFILL
Selected for a $3 million grant from the US
Bureau of Reclamation WaterSMART Drought
Resiliency Program for the Aquifer Storage &
Recovery Well #31 Project
Evaluated of over 200 miles of sewer
collection system and prioritized necessary
repairs
Completed design for the WPCF Grit System
and Headworks Screw Pump Replacement
Project
Completed over 1,200 water quality tests
Delivered nearly 76 Million gallons of recycled
water

UTILITY ENGINEERING HIGHLIGHTS
Over 3 billion gallons of treated drinking water
stored in ASR wells

1.8 billion gallons for use as drinking water
supply

AQUIFER STORAGE & RECOVERY
CDD SEMIANNUAL REPORT | 01.01.25 - 06.30.25

CLEVELAND SUITES

20 29Traffic
Calming &
Speeding
Stop Sign Traffic
Signal Parking Data
Request
Construction
& Traffic
Control
Received 8 3 1 1 2 3
Completed 25 3 0 12 19 7

PAVEMENT QUALITY
*Requests completed do not always match requests received because uncompleted requests carry-over

TRANSPORTATION
TRAFFIC SERVICE REQUESTS*
D e s i g n e d H o t e l W o o d l a n d a n d F i r s t S t r e e t p a r k i n g l o t p r o j e c t s -
C o n s t r u c t i o n a n t i c i p a t e d F a l l 2 0 2 5 B e g a n c o n s t r u c t i o n f o r E a s t / E . M a i n S t r e e t s i g n a l i m p r o v e m e n t s -
C o m p l e t i o n a n t i c i p a t e d D e c 2 0 2 5 D e s i g n e d a n d s t a r t e d c o n s t r u c t i o n f o r t h e 2 0 2 5 R o a d M a i n t e n a n c e P r o j e c t :

T h i r d S t r e e t f r o m G i b s o n R d t o M a i n S t . - A n t i c i p a t e d C o m p l e t i o n F a l l 2 0 2 5 C o m p l e t e d P e d e s t r i a n C r o s s i n g I m p r o v e m e n t s : U p g r a d e e x i s t i n g s o l a r f l a s h i n g c r o s s w a l k s w i t h n e w e r l i g h t s / t e c h n o l o g y
Staff submitted a $3M grant application
for road rehabilitation for several key
areas, including College from Kentucky to
Gibson, Beamer from Cottonwood to East
and Cross from West to East.

MAJOR PROJECT UPDATES KEY GRANTS
P a v e m e n t C o n d i t i o n I n d e x
CDD SEMIANNUAL REPORT | 01.01.25 - 06.30.25
6 6
The pavement management program aims to achieve an average PCI of 75 throughout the City. Our aggressive program has the larger arterial and collector roadways nearing an average PCI of 69, while the local streets, which make up almost 60% of our system, have an average PCI of 64.

The purpose of tracking PCI is to provide information on pavement maintenance needs, effectiveness of strategies and roadway condition trends.

C o m m u n i t y D e v e l o p m e n t B l o c k G r a n t ( C D B G ) 5 - Y e a r C o n s o l i d a t e d P l a n s u b m i t t e d A u g 2 0 2 5 ; s e c u r e s ~ $ 2 . 4 M i n C D B G f u n d s o v e r 5 y e a r s . F i r s t - y e a r g r a n t : $ 4 7 3 , 6 4 3 .

H U D C o n t i n u u m o f C a r e ( C o C )
$ 3 7 7 , 1 7 3 g r a n t a l l o c a t e d f o r s e r v i c e s f o r Y o l o W a y f a r e r C e n t e r p e r m a n e n t s u p p o r t i v e h o u s i n g u n i t s .

H O M E F i r s t - T i m e H o m e B u y e r s P r o g r a m ( F T H B ) S t a t e a p p r o v e d C i t y ’ s F T H B g u i d e l i n e s a n d r e s a l e / r e c a p t u r e p o l i c y , p o s i t i o n i n g W o o d l a n d f o r f u t u r e H O M E a l l o c a t i o n s .

HOUSING
CDD SEMIANNUAL REPORT | 01.01.25 - 06.30.25

AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECTS
The City committed $1.5 million towards
Tupelo Family Apartments, a sustainable
affordable project in the Armfield-Lemen
neighborhood to provide 73 units of additional
affordable housing. Furthermore, this projects
is slated to be the first domino in the
Armfield-Lemen Neighborhood Framework
Plan in the overall redevelopment of the
Donnelly Circle and Yolano Drive residential
areas.

Vista Del Robles Phase II Tupelo Family Apartments
Freeman Garden Court
Project utilizing $900,000 in total funding for 13
affordable housing units, broke ground May 2025.

The City committed its largest ever housing fund
commitment incorporating the $2.3 million value
of land for the northwest corner of W. Main Street
and Ashley Avenue in a land dedication,
combined with a $1.7 million loan commitment to
develop Vista Del Robles Phase II. This Phase 2
project will provide 96 additional affordable units
at one of the City’s most robust infill housing sites
due to proximity to services and transit.

By the end of 2024, the contractor for the new aquatics center (DG Granade, Inc.) had made significant progress on site grading and utility work to allow work on the new support building to progress through the winter. By the end of June 2025, the project remains on schedule for completion by the end of 2025. Notable areas of progress during this reporting period include:

Building shell completed (exterior masonry and roof decking) Interior framing, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical nearly complete Activity and competition pool structural concrete complete Tile at both pools complete
Site grading and utilities complete
Main shade canopy structure complete
Electrical switchgear is expected to arrive on site in mid-September, which will mark a critical milestone to completing the project on schedule. Other notable items to be completed in the second half of 2025 include the concrete deck, building finishes, circulation/chemical equipment installation & commissioning, pool plaster, fencing, and landscape irrigation & planting. Staff has also commissioned an artist to create a tile mural at the entry to the facility.

SOUTHEAST AREA AQUATICS CENTER PROJECT
CDD SEMIANNUAL REPORT | 01.01.25 - 06.30.25
Activity Pool Competition Pool

Improvement plans to convert the existing turf area west of the Community & Senior Center to approximately 100 new parking spaces were completed in December 2024.

The project was advertised for bids on February 13, and on March 11, the City received 17 bids. A construction contract was awarded to All Phase Construction on March 18.

Preconstruction efforts began with schedule prep and material submittals. Notice to proceed was issued on June 9 and initial construction activity included site clearing, rough grading, and utility installation.

The parking lot is scheduled to be paved in late September. Landscape irrigation and planting will continue through October. In addition to the main parking lot expansion, the project also includes installation of 4 electric vehicle charging stations and infrastructure to support another 28 future EV chargers. EV improvements are on a later timeline since the electrical switchgear is a long lead item that won’t arrive until mid-2026. The parking lot will be available for use as early as late October or early November 2025.

COMMUNITY CENTER PARKING LOT EXPANSION PROJECT
CDD SEMIANNUAL REPORT | 01.01.25 - 06.30.25
Preconstruction
Progress as of
6/30/25

2025 WATER & SEWER REPLACEMENT PROJECT
CDD SEMIANNUAL REPORT | 01.01.25 - 06.30.25
This year, one of the oldest areas of Woodland was identified for improvements in the 2025 Water & Sewer Repair & Replacement Project. Over one mile of 8-inch diameter water distribution pipeline was installed this year in the street, which replaced the pre-existing network of one 6-inch main in the street and two back-of-walk 2-inch mains buried just inside residences' front yards on either side of the street. These back-of-walk mains are sized too small and buried too shallow, leading to poorer water pressures, slower water velocities, and deteriorated pipe conditions (accelerated corrosion) due to their unlined cast-iron material, problematic location and influence from diurnal and seasonal temperature fluctuations. More than 112 residences had their water services reconstructed with this project; these new services and the new water main are expected to serve Woodlanders for the next century.

Every few years, coinciding with how defective the sewer system in the project vicinity is, new sewer mainline will be installed alongside the water improvements.

This year, over a half mile of 125-year-old vitrified clay sewers were replaced with a deeper PVC gravity main constructed at the recommended pipe slopes for sewer "self-cleaning" velocity (meaning the wastewater carries the solid waste along with it). Before this years' improvements, the sewer system from 1900 had been built at less than half the required slope. Though the previous system had functioned for the majority of Woodland's existence as an incorporated city, the new system should result in less maintenance visits for Public Works crews and less wastewater exfiltration into the surrounding Central Valley soil. Each residence along the route had their public sewer services reconstructed along with the mainline and many of these older homes with near-flat plumbing networks can now improve their plumbing as a result of the new deeper mainline. The sewer system installed with the 2025 Water & Sewer Project is also expected to last for the next century.

CODE ENFORCEMENT SUCCESSES
CDD SEMIANNUAL REPORT | 01.01.25 - 06.30.25
730 BARTLETT
Working collaboratively with Code Enforcement and the Building department, the property owner at 730 Bartlett was able to bring an incomplete structure into compliance – transforming it from a visual blight into a fully completed exterior. The case was opened on March 7, 2025, and, with the Building Department’s assistance in reactivating the permit, it was successfully closed June 3 . rd 1600 TIDE CT
After the business remained unresponsive to communications from Planning staff, Code Enforcement was able to gain cooperation from U-Haul (located at 1600 Tide Ct) in obtaining permits for work they were performing without required permits. The work was substantial and resulted in the payment of over $200,000 in fees. The case was opened June 19 and resolved by June 26.

TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA: City Council Regular Meeting
DATE: October 7, 2025
ITEM #: F.7
SUBJECT: Downtown Entertainment Zone Proposal

Recommendation for Action: Staff recommends that the City Council conduct a second reading and adopt an Ordinance amending Chapter 9.28 "Offenses - Miscellaneous" section 9.28.220, and Chapter 12.40 "Special Events" section 12.40.050, and adding Chapter 12.42 "Entertainment Zones" relating to Entertainment Zones.

Staff Contact:

Amanda Portier, Marketing & Business Relations Specialist, (530) 661- 5920, [email protected]

Fiscal Impact:

The proposed Downtown Entertainment Zone is anticipated to generate positive economic impacts by allowing downtown bars, restaurants, wineries, and breweries ("eligible businesses") to participate directly in special events, increasing local sales for eligible businesses and nearby businesses alike as well as potentially boosting sales tax revenue. Incremental costs related to staff time, signage, and special event permit coordination will be absorbed by department budgets.

Background:

Senate Bill 969, effective January 1, 2025, authorizes California cities to establish designated Entertainment Zones where licensed businesses may sell alcoholic beverages in open containers for outdoor consumption during City-permitted special events. Establishing a Downtown Woodland Entertainment Zone would allow eligible businesses to participate directly in these events, generating economic benefits that often flow to out-of-town vendors under temporary state licenses.

The proposed ordinance would designate the maximum boundaries and hours of operation for a Downtown Entertainment Zone and authorize staff to develop a management plan to regulate its activation through the City’s existing special event permit process. The program has broad support from downtown businesses, event organizers, and law enforcement, and includes safeguards to ensure public safety.

On September 16, 2025, the City Council introduced and waived the first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 9.28 "Offenses - Miscellaneous" section 9.28.220, and Chapter 12.40 "Special Events" section 12.40.050, and adding Chapter 12.42 "Entertainment Zones" relating to Entertainment Zones. At this meeting, the City Council also adopted a resolution that authorizes the City Manager, or their designee, to execute Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with businesses that choose to participate in the proposed Entertainment Zone. A summary of the ordinance was published in the Daily Democrat at least five days in advance of the second reading.

Discussion:

Downtown Entertainment Zone Proposal
Proposed Zone Boundary & Hours
Staff worked with special event organizers to identify a suitable location for the entertainment zone.

Consistent with the San Francisco program, the proposed ordinance designates the maximum

geographic boundaries of the entertainment zone that are subject to any additional conditions outlined in the zone management plan or special event permit requirements. The proposed zone is as follows: The area bounded by the eastern side of Walnut Street on the west, the western side of 6th Street on the east, the northern side of Lincoln Avenue on the south, and the southern side of Court Street on the north, including all plazas, parks, public streets, sidewalks, and public rights-of- way, and all establishments holding permits or licenses from ABC that are adjacent thereto. A map is attached.

The maximum permissible hours for an Entertainment Zone Event are from 10:00am-11:59pm. Event hours will be restricted by the special event permit requirements, the zone's management plan, and ABC permits or licenses.

Management Plan
If the Entertainment Zone ordinance is adopted, a specific management plan will be developed to regulate the operation of the zone with input from city agencies, participating businesses, special event organizers, and public safety personnel. The management plan will detail operational requirements including, but not limited to:
• The maximum geographic boundary and days and hours of operation • The activation process through a special event permit • Specific requirements for:
o Age verification
o Safety and security
o Signage
o Cup material and disposal
o Business notification for special event permit holders o Insurance for special event permit holders

Staff will engage with eligible businesses through meetings and email correspondence to gather feedback on operational requirements, using the draft Management Plan as a guiding document. The City Manager, or their designee, will enter into MOUs with participating businesses that outline the rules, responsibilities, and expectations for participating businesses as defined in the Management Plan, ensuring safety and adherence to program standards.

Downtown Entertainment Zone Activation through a Special Event Permit The Downtown Entertainment Zone will only be activated in conjunction with an approved special event permit and after careful review from the City’s existing Special Event Committee. The Special Event Committee has an established model that will provide efficient coordination, regulatory compliance, and technical assistance for event organizers and participating businesses. Staff will update the Special Event Guidelines and Application to incorporate specific requirements to operate an entertainment zone event.

The Committee retains discretion to impose additional conditions or, if warranted, to deny activation of the Entertainment Zone for specific events to ensure public safety and community compatibility. By leveraging the City’s proven special event permitting framework, the Entertainment Zone Activation can be implemented thoughtfully and efficiently, ensuring a safe and vibrant experience for all participants.

Implementation Timeline

• September 16: Council introduced and waived the first reading of the Ordinance establishing the Entertainment Zone.
• October 7: Second reading of the Ordinance is considered. • November 6: If the Ordinance is adopted, the 30-day waiting period will conclude, and the Entertainment Zone Ordinance will go into effect.

Conclusion:

Staff recommends that the City Council conduct a second reading and adopt an Ordinance amending Chapter 9.28 "Offenses - Miscellaneous" section 9.28.220, and Chapter 12.40 "Special Events" section 12.40.050, and adding Chapter 12.42 "Entertainment Zones" relating to Entertainment Zones.

Attachments:

1. Proposed Downtown Entertainment Zone Map

2. Proposed Ordinance - Relating to Entertainment Zones

Proposed Downtown Entertainment Zone Map

ORDINANCE NO. ___

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WOODLAND AMENDING CHAPTER 9.28 SECTION 9.28.220 AND 12.40 SECTION 12.40.050 AND ADOPTING CHAPTER 12.42 INTO THE WOODLAND MUNICIPAL CODE

RELATING TO ENTERTAINMENT ZONES
WHEREAS, the City of Woodland is committed to supporting a vibrant and economically thriving downtown; and
WHEREAS, there are several City-permitted special events in the downtown that draw thousands of attendees and contribute to Woodland’s cultural and economic vitality; and WHEREAS, current state law prevents breweries, wineries, bars, and restaurants within special event areas from fully participating in these events, which limits their ability to benefit economically from increased attendance; and
WHEREAS, the California State Legislature enacted Senate Bill 969, effective January 1, 2025, authorizing cities to establish designated Entertainment Zones where alcoholic beverages purchased from eligible licensed businesses may be consumed in open containers in approved outdoor areas during City-permitted special events; and
WHEREAS, establishing a Downtown Entertainment zone will enhance the success of City- permitted special events, support local business, increase economic activity, and create a community- friendly, lively atmosphere; and
WHEREAS, the City has consulted with local businesses, event organizers, and law enforcement, who support the Downtown Entertainment Zone with appropriate safeguards to protect public health, safety, and welfare; and
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of the Ordinance have occurred.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Woodland does hereby ordain as follows:

SECTION 1. Incorporation of Recitals. The recitals above are true and correct and are hereby adopted as findings as if fully set forth herein.

SECTION 2. California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The City Council finds that adoption of this Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to Section 15060(c)(2) (the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 6, Chapter 3 because it has no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly. Moreover, the City Council finds that this Ordinance is also exempt under CEQA pursuant to Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) (there exists no possibility that the activity will have a significant adverse effect on the environment) because this Ordinance will not cause a change in any of the physical conditions within the area affected.

SECTION 3. Code Amendment/Adoption. Section 9.28.220 and Section 12.40.050, are hereby amended to reach in full as set forth in the attached Exhibit “A” and “B” respectively, incorporated by this reference, and Chapter 12.42 is hereby adopted and added to the Woodland Municipal Code to read in full as set forth in the attached Exhibit “C,” incorporated by this reference.

SECTION 4. Severability. If any provision or clause of this ordinance or any application of it to any person, firm, organization, partnership or corporation is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions of this ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application. To this end, the provisions of this ordinance are declared to be severable.

SECTION 5. Effective Date and Notice. This ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its adoption and shall be published by summary in a newspaper of general circulation published and circulated within the City of Woodland in accordance with applicable law.

INTRODUCED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Woodland, California on the 16th of September 2025, and PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Woodland at a regular meeting held on the 7 th day of October 2025 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
_______________________________
Rich Lansburgh, Mayor

ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

_______________________________ _______________________________ Marissa Kersey, City Clerk Ethan Walsh, City Attorney

EXHIBIT A
§ 9.28.220. Public places—Alcoholic beverages.

A. No person shall consume any alcoholic beverage, as defined in Business and Professions Code Section 23004, on any public parking lot, on any private parking lot held open to the public, on any public street, sidewalk, alley or walkway, or in any place held open to the public within 250 feet of any establishment selling alcoholic beverages.

B. A person or group applying for a block party permit may request, on the application for a block party permit, exemption from this section for the duration and location of the block party. If the person or group has requested this exemption and the block party permit is granted, the provisions of this section shall not apply during the time requested in the permit application to the public street, sidewalk, alley, walkway, or party thereof which is described in the permit application.

C. Notwithstanding any provision to the contrary, this section does not prohibit the consumption of alcoholic beverages in an Entertainment Zone during an Entertainment Zone Event, in accordance with Chapter 12.42 Entertainment Zones.

D. Anyone found guilty of violating this section shall be guilty of an infraction.

E. This section shall not be construed to prohibit any act which is prohibited by any laws of the State of California.
(Prior code § 15-39; Ord. 1713, 10/3/2023)

EXHIBIT B
§ 12.40.050. Contents of application form.

A. The application for a permit shall include the following information:

1. Written proof of consent by the owners of the property where the special event is to be held;

2. The name, address and telephone number of the applicant and an alternate contact person;

3. The location of the event, including its boundaries and site plan drawings;

4. If the proposed event is sponsored by an organization, the name, address, and telephone number of the organization, and the authorized representative of the organization;

5. The nature and purpose of the event, including a list of all planned activities that are contemplated for the special event;

6. The name, address and telephone number of the person(s) who will be present and in charge of the event on the day of the special event;

7. Date and estimated starting and ending times of the special event, including set-up and cleanup time;

8. The estimated number of participants of the special event;

9. The type and estimated number of vehicles, animals and structures which will be used at the special event, and whether there will be water aid stations at the special event;

10. A description of any sound-amplification equipment and the times during which such equipment will be used at the special event, and a sound plan that describes measures to be taken by the applicant to ensure compliance with all applicable City laws, rules and regulations regarding amplified sound and music;

11. Whether any food or nonalcoholic beverages will be sold or consumed at the special event and, if so, proof of compliance with all applicable local, State and Federal laws, rules and regulations, including proof that the applicant has obtained all necessary permits;

12. Whether any alcoholic beverages will be sold or consumed at the event and, if so, proof of compliance with all applicable laws, rules and regulations of the California Department of Alcoholic Beverages Control;

13. Expected parking requirements and parking plan for the special event;

14. The plan for cleanup after the special event, including any contracts to effectuate the cleanup;

15. Proof of liability and property insurance as required by Section 12.40.120 of this

chapter;

16. A description of the sanitary facilities that will be available to serve the participants of the special event.

17. Whether the applicant requests to activate the Downtown Entertainment Zone, and, if so, proof of compliance with all applicable requirements in Section 12.42 of the Woodland Municipal Code, and all applicable laws, rules, and regulations of the California Department of Alcoholic Beverages Control.

B. Supplemental Information. The applicant shall provide any supplemental information that, under the particular circumstances of the special event, the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Director finds reasonably necessary to determine whether to approve or conditionally approve a permit application.
(Prior code § 20-11-5)

EXHIBIT C
CHAPTER 12.42

ENTERTAINMENT ZONES
§ 12.42.010. Purpose.

The purpose of this Chapter 12.42 is to implement Senate Bill 969 (2024) through the establishment and regulation of entertainment zones to allow the purchase of open container alcoholic beverages from local bars, restaurants, wineries, breweries and on-sale licensees for consumption outside in common spaces such as plazas, public streets, sidewalks, or public rights- of-way during certain hours, subject to a special event permit issued pursuant to Chapter 12.40. § 12.42.020. Definitions.

The definitions set forth in this Chapter shall govern the application and interpretation of this Chapter:
“ABC” means the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. “Alcoholic beverage” has the same meaning as in California Business and Professions Code section 23004.
“City Manager” means the City Manager or designee.
“Entertainment Zone” has the same meaning as set forth in Section 23039.5 of the California Business and Professions Code, as may be amended, with the locations described under Section

12.42.050.
“Entertainment Zone Event” means an event during which the consumption of one or more types of alcoholic beverages is authorized on public streets, sidewalks, or public rights-of-way that occurs within the boundaries of an Entertainment Zone established in accordance with this chapter and during the hours permitted as described under Section 12.42.060, in compliance with ABC, and subject to the requirements of a special permit issued under Chapter 12.40. “Management plan” means a plan approved by the City Manager for the management and regulation of the Entertainment Zone.
"Open container" means any bottle, can, glass, jug, box, or other receptacle that is open or has been opened and contains any alcoholic beverage.
“Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Director” means the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Director or designee.
§ 12.42.030. Entertainment Zone Controls.

A. No person or commercial entity or organization shall conduct an Entertainment Zone Event without obtaining a special event permit issued pursuant to Chapter 12.40.

B. All persons and commercial entities and organizations organizing the Entertainment Zone Event, or selling alcoholic beverages at an Entertainment Zone, shall comply with all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including the following:
a. All applicable ABC license and permitting requirements; b. Sections 23357, 23358, 23396 of the California Business and Professions Code, as may be amended from time to time regulating licensed beer manufacturers, licensed winegrowers, and on-sale licensees, respectively; c. All other laws governing the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages; d. All permit requirements for special events issued under Chapter 12.40; e. Special event permit conditions imposed pursuant to Chapter 12.40; C. A person may possess an open container of alcoholic beverage for consumption only within an Entertainment Zone during an Entertainment Zone Event if the open container of alcoholic beverage was purchased from either:
a. A licensed premises that is authorized to permit consumers to leave the premises with open containers for consumption off the premises within an Entertainment Zone, pursuant to section 23357, 23358, or 23396 of the California Business and Professions Code; or
b. A person or commercial entity or organization that is authorized by an ABC special event permit or license to sell alcoholic beverages within the Entertainment Zone.
§ 12.42.040. Implementation.

A. The City Manager has the authority to issue administrative policies for the implementation of this chapter.

B. The Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Director shall not issue a special event permit authorizing an Entertainment Zone Event in an Entertainment Zone before the City Manager does the following:

1. Issues a management plan that:
• Establishes a process or procedure to readily identify individuals in possession of alcoholic beverages within the Entertainment Zone as being 21 years of age or older;
• Requires any person seeking a city permit for an Entertainment Zone Event to comply with all insurance requirements applicable to that permit, and all rules and regulations authorized by Chapter 12.40; and
• Imposes requirements not otherwise imposed by state or local law, including additional requirements for permissible beverage containers, additional restrictions on the hours of operation for Entertainment Zone Events, and other restrictions on time, place, and manner.

2. Transmits a copy of the management plan to ABC.

3. In consultation with the Police Department, provides the following information to ABC, pursuant to California Business and Professions Code section 25690, subdivision (b):
• A copy of the ordinance establishing or modifying the Entertainment Zone; • Information as may be necessary to identify the boundaries of the Entertainment Zone;
• The days and hours of operation of the Entertainment Zone; • The types of alcoholic beverages allowed within the Entertainment Zone; and • The approved non-glass and non-metal containers in which alcoholic beverages may be allowed.

C. Any holder of an ABC license or permit that wishes to allow customers to leave the premises with open containers for consumption off the premises within an Entertainment Zone during an Entertainment Zone Event shall provide to the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Director a copy of the notice required under California Business and Professions Code sections 23357, 23358, or 23396, as applicable. The notice shall be provided to the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Director at the same time the notice is provided to ABC. § 12.42.050. Entertainment Zone Location.

A. Downtown Entertainment Zone: All plazas, public streets, sidewalks, and public rights-of-way located on either side of Main Street running east from Walnut Street to 6th Street, and each adjacent cross street from Lincoln Avenue running north to Court Street and all establishments holding permits or licenses from ABC that are adjacent thereto, are hereby designated as the Downtown Entertainment Zone under Sections 23039.5 and 25690 of the California Business and Professions Code, subject to any additional limitations imposed by the special event permit approved and issued pursuant to Chapter 12.40, including but not limited to more restrictive zones within the Entertainment Zone for the Entertainment Zone Event. § 12.42.060. Hours of an Entertainment Zone Event.

C. Outdoor consumption of alcoholic beverages within the Downtown Entertainment Zone may only occur between the hours of 10:00am and 11:59pm, inclusive, subject to any additional limitations imposed by any one or more of the following:

1. Any ABC permit or license; or

2. The management plan approved for this Entertainment Zone; or

3. The special event permit approved and issued for the Entertainment Zone Event pursuant to Chapter 12.40, including but not limited to more restrictive days and hours during which outdoor consumption of alcoholic beverages is authorized, as may be designated by the City.
§ 12.42.070. Entertainment Zone insurance and indemnity requirements.

A. Prior to issuance of a special event permit for an Entertainment Zone Event, the permit

applicant or sponsoring organization, if different than the applicant, shall submit evidence of general liability insurance coverage, which must be at no cost to the City, and which at a minimum must comply with the requirements set forth in Chapter 12.40 governing Insurance requirements for Special Events. The City may, at its option, establish additional insurance requirements for Entertainment Zone Events, which requirements may be established by administrative action of the City’s Administrative Services Department.

B. No person shall conduct an Entertainment Zone Event without the insurance required by this section being in full force and effect.

C. The special event permit holder shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, its officers, employees, and agents from and against all actions, losses, damages, liability, costs, and expenses of every type and description, including attorneys’ fees, arising directly or indirectly, in whole or in part, from the acts or omissions of the permit holder or its officers, employees, or agents.
§ 12.42.080. Biennial review.

Every two years, the City Manager shall review the operation of the Entertainment Zone to ensure that the zone is being maintained in a manner that protects the health and safety of the general public. This review shall be conducted in consultation with the Police Department. The City Manager shall present the findings to the city council and any reports produced during the review shall be made available to ABC upon request.

TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA: City Council Regular Meeting
DATE: October 7, 2025
ITEM #: F.8
SUBJECT: Waiver of Second Reading and Adoption of an
Ordinance Amending Woodland Municipal Code Title
17 "Zoning" Updates for Clarity and Usability

Recommendation for Action: Staff recommends that City Council waive the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. _____ amending Woodland Municipal Code Title 17 "Zoning" in multiple sections for enhanced clarity, usability, and State law conformity.

Staff Contact:

Anna Canales, Assistant Planner (530) 661-5819, [email protected] Hadlie Ward, Assistant Planner (530) 661-5960, [email protected]

Background:

On June 4, 2024, the City adopted a new Comprehensive Zoning Code, a new Zoning Map, and updates to the 2035 General Plan and Land Use Map. This update was a major effort to update and strengthen land use and development standards city-wide.

After a year of implementing the 2024 Comprehensive Zoning Code, City Staff have identified multiple areas of the code where improvements to clarity and consistency are necessary for further usability. Based on this initial assessment, Staff have proposed a series of minor amendments to the zoning code to achieve these goals. Following a public hearing held at a regularly scheduled meeting on August 21, 2025, the City Planning Commission unanimously adopted a resolution recommending that the City Council approve the proposed amendments.

On September 16, 2025, the City Council held a public hearing to discuss these amendments.

Following the hearing, the City Council introduced the ordinance and waived the first reading. The ordinance is now presented for a waiver of the second reading and is recommended for adoption without changes.

Discussion:

Following the 2024 Comprehensive Zoning Code Update, a number of opportunities for minor amendments to the City Zoning Code have been identified that would improve the clarity of zoning provisions, standards, guidelines, and procedures. The topics of the proposed amendments outlined in this report include additional and amended definitions, added language that clarifies provisions without altering their nature, reduced level of review required for certain uses, and clarification of standards and review procedures.

Key amendments include:
• Refinement of local standards to make sure they are consistent with State law for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), residential care facilities, and supportive housing. • Clarification of development standards for accessory structures, signage, and parking for consistent application.
• Reduction of barriers for small businesses in downtown zones by streamlining review processes.

• Strengthening landscape standards to require native plants and protect mature trees, in support of the City's Climate Action Plan.

General Plan Consistency
The proposed minor Zoning Code amendments support the implementation of multiple policies outlined in the City of Woodland 2035 General Plan as follows:
• Policy 2.A.4 (Downtown). The proposed amendments implement this policy by reducing barriers for small businesses and clarifying definitions for brewpubs and wine bars to encourage active uses in the downtown core.
• Policy 2.F.1 (Development Regulations). The proposed amendments clarify standards for accessory structures, flagpoles, and signage.

Housing Element Consistency
The proposed minor Zoning Code amendments support the implementation of multiple policies outlined in the City of Woodland Updated Housing Element as follows:
• HE Program A.2. The proposed amendments improve usability and add employee housing to the single-family dwelling definition to comply with state law. • HE Program A.13. The proposed amendments remove the requirement for separate ADU utility connections, which can reduce costs for homeowners. • HE Program A.25. This policy is implemented by allowing transitional and supportive housing in zones where multi-unit and mixed-use residential development is permitted. • HE Program C.10. The proposed amendments allow large residential care facilities by right in several mixed-use and downtown zones, removing barriers to housing.

Climate Action Plan Consistency
The amendments support the Climate Action Plan's "Urban Forest and Open Space" and "Water and Solid Waste" strategies by adding tree protection standards and requiring a percentage of native and climate-adapted plants in landscaping.

Zoning Amendment Findings
Following a public hearing, the City Council may approve a zoning amendment, if all of the following findings can be made:

1. The proposed amendments are consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of the General Plan. The amendments are aligned with the City's goals to provide clear and fair development standards and make the Zoning Code more user-friendly. Further, the amendments align with the Housing Element's goals, which facilitate housing development.

2. The proposed amendment will promote the growth of the City in an orderly manner and will promote and protect the public health, safety, or welfare of the community. The amendments support orderly growth by refining and improving the Zoning Code, which is the primary tool used to implement development in the City.

3. The anticipated land uses on the subject site will be compatible with existing and future surrounding uses. The city-wide amendments are prepared to make sure that new development will be compatible with existing neighborhood character.

4. The City's inventory of residential lands for qualified housing sites has not been reduced. The amendments do not involve any change of zone or re-designation of property that would reduce the City's inventory of residential land.

5. The proposed amendment is consistent with any development-related application that is processed and approved concurrently with the amendment application. These city- initiated amendments are not tied to a specific development project and therefore are consistent with any concurrently processed applications.

Environmental Review:

The adoption of the ordinance is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Regulation Section 15061 (B)(3) and is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA regulations.

Conclusion:

Staff recommends that City Council waive the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. _____ amending Woodland Municipal Code Title 17 "Zoning" in multiple sections for enhanced clarity, usability, and State law conformity.

Prepared by: Anna Canales, Assistant Planner
Hadlie Ward, Assistant Planner

Reviewed by: Erika Bumgardner, Deputy Director of Community Development

Attachments:

1. Zoning Amendment Redlines

2. Summary Table of Proposed Amendments

3. Planning Commission Resolution No. PC 25-09

4. Public Comment - 8.21.25 - California Housing Defense Fund

5. Proposed Ordinance - Zoning Code Amendments

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Division II
Zone Regulations

CHAPTER 17.24

RESIDENTIAL ZONES

§ 17.24.010. Purpose and Applicability.

The purpose of this chapter is to provide for the development of residential dwellings that are suitable to the character of Woodland's residential neighborhoods while allowing for neighborhood services that meet the daily needs of residents. Additional purposes of each zone are described below.

A. Low-Density Residential (R -L). The R-L zone is intended to accommodate primarily low -density housing with private yards and private parking; to provide space for community facilities needed to complement urban residential areas and for institutions which require a residential environment. The R-L zone implements areas of the Low Density Residential General Plan land use designation.

B. Neighborhood Preservation (N -P). The purpose of the N -P zone is to stabilize and protect the established diverse character of older, predominately residential neighborhoods, where a mix of housing types and other uses exist. These areas are along the fringes of the Downtown zones and are characterized by homes generally constructed prior to 1940. This zone is intended to be applied to those areas designated Low Density Residential in the General Plan. This zone is intended to provide space for community facilities needed to complement urban residential areas and for institutions which require a residential environment.

C. Residential Low-Medium (R-LM). The R-LM zone is intended to provide a variety of housing types with a compatible mixture of low and medium density housing; to provide space for community facilities needed to complement urban residential areas and for institutions which require a residential environment. The R -LM zone implements areas of the Medium -Low Density Residential General Plan land use designation.

D. Residential Medium (R -M). The R -M zone is intended to provide residential areas which can accommodate a suitable mixture of more intensive land uses, including multiple -unit dwellings, community facilities, and limited commercial and office uses compatible with the surrounding area.

The R -M zone also accommodates a range of detached and attached housing types including triplexes, fourplexes, and townhomes. The R -M zone implements the Medium Density Residential General Plan land use designation.

E. Residential High (R-H). The R-H zone is intended to accommodate a mix of higher density multi - unit development types including rowhouses and stacked flats (apartments or condominiums). Units can be contained in single structures or in a collection of cohesive structures with common open spaces and amenities. Multi-story structures are intended to include centrally located parking in order to provide urban intensity at locations within easy walking distance to transit, recreation, and community facilities. In addition, ancillary commercial uses as well as medical and professional offices may be allowed when found to be compatible with the surrounding neighborhood. The R -H zone implements the High Density Residential General Plan land use designation.

§ 17.24.020. Use Regulations.

Table 17.24.020-1: Use Regulations - Residential Zones, lists the uses permitted, permitted with a staff-

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§ 17.24.020 WOODLAND CODE § 17.24.020

level Zoning Administrator Permit (see § 17.100.090, Zoning Administrator Permit), and permitted with a Conditional Use Permit (see § 17.100.100, Conditional Use Permit) granted at a public hearing. The right- hand column provides references to other sections of this Zoning Code where additional regulations are located. Refer to Division V, Chapter 17.144 for Definitions of Uses.

Table 17.24.020-1: Use Regulations – Residential Zones
Use Classification R-L N-P R-LM R-M R-H Additional Regulations “P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not All owed Residential Uses
Single-Family
Detached P P P ― ―
Attached P P P ― ―
Duplex P P P ― ―
SB 9 Project P P P ― ― See Title 16, Subdivisons and Section

17.84.380, Two-Unit Projects
Small Lot Subdivision A A A P P
Multi-Unit Dwelling ― ― A P P
Accessory Dwelling Unit See Section 17.84.030, Accessory Dwelling Units Family Day Care
Small P P P P P
See Section 17.84.150, Day Care Centers,
Family Day Cares, and Residential Care
Facilities
Large PA PA PA PA PA
See Section 17.84.150, Day Care Centers,
Family Day Cares and Residential Care
Facilities
Live/Work ― ― A A P See Section 17.84.230, Live/Work
Manufactured Home Park ― ― C C ―
See Section 17.84.240, Manufactured Home
Parks, RV/Trailer Parks, and Manufactured
Buildings
Residential Care Facilities
Small P P P P P
See Section 17.84.150, Day Care Centers,
Family Day Cares, and Residential Care
Facilities
Large P P P P P
See Section 17.84.150, Day Care Centers,
Family Day Cares and Residential Care
Facilities
Supportive Housing Subject only to those restrictions that apply to other residential uses of the same type in the same zone
Transitional Housing Subject only to those restrictions that apply to other residential uses of the same type in the same zone
Commercial Uses
Eating and Drinking Establishments
Restaurant, Limited Counter
Service/Fast Casual Food (no
drive-through)
― ― ― A1 A1
See also Section 17.84.320, Residential
Limited Retail
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Table 17.24.020-1: Use Regulations – Residential Zones
Use Classification R-L N-P R-LM R-M R-H Additional Regulations “P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not All owed Lodging
Bed and Breakfast ― C ― A A See Section 17.84.100, Bed and Breakfast Lodging
Short-Term Rental ― ― ― ― ― See Section 17.84.330, Short-Term Rental Office Uses
Business, Professional, and
Technology ― ― ― A1 P1
Medical and Dental Offices ― ― ― C ―
Personal Services
General Personal Services ― ― ― A1 P1 See Section 17.84.290, Personal Services Instructional Services ― ― ― A1 P1 See Section 17.84.290, Personal Services Massage Establishments ― ― ― A1 A1 See Section 17.84.290, Personal Services and WMC Chapter 5.20, Massage Establishments
Recreation, Fitness, and Entertainment
Indoor Sports and Recreation,
Small-Scale ― ― ― C C1
Indoor Entertainment Facility ― ― ― ― ―
Outdoor Sports and Recreation
Facility C C C C ―
Retail
Residential Limited Retail A A A A A See Section 17.84.320, Residential Limited Retail
Public/Institutional Uses
College and Trade School ― ― ― A1 A1
Community and Religious
Assembly C C C C A
Community Garden A A A A1 A1 See Section 17.84.130, Community Gardens Cultural Facility ― ― C C A1
Day Care Center C C C A A
See Section 17.84.150, Day Care Centers,
Family Day Cares and Residential Care
Facilities
Government Buildings C C C P P
Hospitals and Clinics
Skilled Nursing Facility A A A A ―
Clinic ― ― ― C A1
Park and Recreation Facility,
Public P P P P ―
School C C C C ―
Transportation, Communications, and Utilities
Communication Facilities
Antennas and Transmission
Towers
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Table 17.24.020-1: Use Regulations – Residential Zones
Use Classification R-L N-P R-LM R-M R-H Additional Regulations “P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not All owed Equipment within Buildings See Section 17.84.360, Telecommunication Facilities Cannabis Uses
Indoor Personal Cannabis
Cultivation P P P P P See Section 17.84.280, Personal Cultivation of Cannabis
Other Uses
Accessory Uses See Section 17.84.020, Accessory Uses
Home Occupations See Section 17.84.200, Home Occupations and Cottage Food Operations Temporary Uses See Section 17.84.370, Temporary Uses
Notes:

1. Use shall be considered as accessory to a primary use only.

§ 17.24.030. Development Standards.

Table 17.24.030-1: Development Standards - Residential Zones, establishes the development standards for the residential zones. Letters refer to subsections that directly follow the table.

Table 17.24.030-1: Development Standards – Residential Zones Standard R-L N-P R-LM R-M R-H
Density and Lot Standards
Density (units/acre) 1- 8 1- 8 5-15 8.1-19.9 20-40
Lot Area (sf)
Corner Lot Min. 6,000 Min 6,000 Min. 5,000 n/a n/a
Interior Lot Min. 5,000 Min. 5,000 Min. 5,000 n/a n/a
Small Lot Subdivision
(see Section 17.56.040)
n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Lot Width (ft.)
Corner Lot Min. 60 Min. 60 Min. 60 n/a n/a
Interior Lot Min. 50 (D) Min. 50 (D) Min. 50 (D) n/a (D) n/a (D) Small Lot Subdivision (see
Section 17.56.040)
n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Max. Lot Coverage 50% 50% 60% 60% 70%
Building Form and Placement Standards
Max. Building Height (ft.) 30 40 30 40; 30 within
40 feet of an R-
L, N-P or R-LM
zone
45; 30 within
40 ft of an R-L,
N-P or R-LM
zone
Min. Setbacks (ft.)
Front, Primary Structure 20 (A) 20 (A) 20 (A) 15 15
Front, Porch/Stoop 14 (C) 14 (C) 14 (C)
Front, Garage 20 20 20 n/a n/a
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Table 17.24.030-1: Development Standards – Residential Zones Standard R-L N-P R-LM R-M R-H
Interior Side 5 5 5 5; 10 when
abutting R-L or
N-P
5, 10 when
abutting R-L or
N-P
Rear 20 20 20 10; 15 when
abutting R-L or
N-P
10; 15 when
abutting R-L or
N-P
Alley 4 (B) 4 (B) 4 (B) 4 (B) 4 (B)
Small Lot Subdivision See Section 17.56.040
Site and Open Space Standards
Max. Impervious/Paved Area 50% of required
front and street
side setbacks
50% of required
front and street
side setbacks
50% of required
front and street
side setbacks
n/a n/a
Min. Private Open Space n/a n/a 100 sf per unit 48 sf per unit n/a Min. Private Open Space
Dimension
n/a n/a 6 ft. 6 ft. n/a
Min. Common Open Space n/a n/a 100 sf per unit 100 sf per unit n/a Private OR Common Open
Space
n/a n/a n/a n/a 48 sf per unit

A. Where a uniform setback which differs from the above standard exists on the block or cul-de-sac, the setback shall conform to the established setback of the block or cul-de-sac.

B. Setbacks facing alleys may be reduced to zero where determined by the Director to allow adequate maneuverability for emergency and waste vehicles and where no garage access is required.

C. A front porch may project into the required front setback up to six feet in order to provide a covered porch that is open on three sides and parallel to the street frontage.

C.D. Flag lots are prohibited in residential zones , except when an alternative method of access, such as a legal easement, is approved by the Director or otherwise allowed by state law.

§ 17.24.040. Supplemental Regulations.

A. General Design Standards. See § 17.56.010, General Design Standards.

B. Single-Family and Duplex Design Standards. See § 17.56.020, Single-Family and Duplex Design Standards.

C. Multi-Unit Use Design Standards. See § 17.56.030, Multi-Unit Design Standards.

D. Small Lot Subdivision Design Standards. See § 17.56.040, Small Lot Subdivision Design Standards.

E. Citywide Standards. All development is subject to the provisions of Division III, Citywide Standards.

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CHAPTER 17.28

DOWNTOWN ZONES

§ 17.28.010. Purpose and Applicability.

The purpose of this chapter is to provide for the development of a range of uses suitable to the character of Downtown Woodland. Additional purposes of each zone are described below.

A. Downtown Core (DX-1). The Downtown Core zone is intended to support a diverse mix of offices, housing, and active uses such as theaters, retail, professional services, restaurants, and entertainment in Woodland's historic downtown core. The zone envisions primarily a vertical mix of uses that support a vibrant district centered on Main Street. The DX-1 zone implements areas of the Downtown Mixed-Use General Plan land use designation.

B. Downtown Civic (DX-2). The Downtown Civic zone is intended to support a mix of public uses and offices, housing, retail, professional services, and open space in the Court Street corridor of Woodland's historic downtown core. The zone envisions both vertical and horizontal mix of uses that support a vibrant and walkable civic -oriented downtown district. The DX -2 zone implements areas of the Downtown Mixed-Use General Plan land use designation.

C. Downtown Transitional (DX-3). The Downtown Transitional zone is intended to support a mix of offices, housing, and active uses on the edges of Woodland's historic downtown core. Centered on the Lincoln Avenue and North Street corridors, this zone provides a transition from the downtown core to the residential neighborhoods north and south of the zone. The zone supports vertical and horizontal mixed-use development with a lower intensity urban feel that provides walkable transition to the residential neighborhoods to the north and south. The DX -3 zone implements areas of the Downtown Mixed-Use General Plan land use designation.

D. Downtown Gateway (DX -4). The Downtown Gateway zone supports a vibrant mixed -use node at the primary entry point to Woodland's historic downtown core. Centered on Main Street between 5th Street and East Street, the DX-4 zone facilitates a mix of uses and open spaces that welcome residents and visitors to the Downtown, that intensify opportunity areas abutting the railroad, and that ensure appropriate transitions to the corridor, downtown, and residential areas. The DX -4 zone implements areas of the Downtown Mixed-Use General Plan land use designation.

§ 17.28.020. Use Regulations.

Table 17.28.020-1: Use Regulations - Downtown Zones, lists the uses permitted, permitted with a staff - level Zoning Administrator Permit (see § 17.100.090, Zoning Administrator Permit), and permitted with a Conditional Use Permit (see § 17.100.100, Conditional Use Permit) granted at a public hearing. The right- hand column provides references to other sections of this Zoning Code where additional regulations are located. Refer to Division V, Chapter 17.144 for Definition of Uses.

Table 17.28.020-1: Use Regulations – Downtown Zones
Use Classification DX-1 DX-2 DX-3 DX-4 Additional Regulations “P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not Allowed
Residential Uses
Single-Family
Detached ― ― P ―
Attached ― ― P ―
Duplex ― ― P ―

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Table 17.28.020-1: Use Regulations – Downtown Zones
Use Classification DX-1 DX-2 DX-3 DX-4 Additional Regulations “P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not Allowed
Small Lot Subdivision P1 P P P1
Multi-Unit Dwelling P1 P P P1
Accessory Dwelling Unit See Section 17.84.030, Accessory Dwelling Units Family Day Care
Small
P P P P See Section 17.84.150, Day Care Centers,
Family Day Cares, and Residential Care
Facilities
Large
P1 PC PA P See Section 17.84.150, Day Care Centers,
Family Day Cares, and Residential Care
Facilities
Live/Work A1 P P A1 See Section 17.84.230, Live/Work
Residential Care Facilities
Small
P1― P― P P1― See Section 17.84.150, Day Care Centers,
Family Day Cares, and Residential Care
Facilities
Large
― PA2 PA ― See Section 17.84.150, Day Care Centers,
Family Day Cares, and Residential Care
Facilities
Supportive Housing
Subject only to those restrictions that apply to other residential uses of the same type in the same zone. Shall be allowed by right, subject to the requirements in California Government Code Section 65651.

Transitional Housing Subject only to those restrictions that apply to other residential uses of the same type in the same zone.

Commercial Uses
Animal Care, Sales, and Services
Grooming A P A P
Pet Store P P A P
Veterinary Services P2 A A C2
Automobile/Vehicle Sales and Services
Automobile Rental Office P P P P See Section 17.84.090, Automobile/Vehicle Sales and Service Uses
Automobile/Vehicle Sales and
Leasing, New C ― ― ― See Section 17.84.090, Automobile/Vehicle Sales and Service Uses
Automobile/Vehicle Service and
Repair, Minor3 ― ― ― ―
Banks and Financial Institution
Bail Bonds ― C4 ― ― See Section 17.84.260, Non-Traditional Financial Institutions
Bank and Savings and Loan P P ― P
Business and Communication Services
General Business Services P P A P
Printing and Copy Services P P A P
Eating and Drinking Establishments
Bar/Night Club/Lounge C C ― C See Section 17.84.060, Alcoholic Beverage

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Table 17.28.020-1: Use Regulations – Downtown Zones
Use Classification DX-1 DX-2 DX-3 DX-4 Additional Regulations “P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not Allowed
Sales
Brewpub/Wine Bar A A ― A See Section 17.84.060, Alcoholic Beverage Sales
Microbrewery A A ― A See Section 17.84.060, Alcoholic Beverage Sales
Micro-Distillery C A ― A See Section 17.84.060, Alcoholic Beverage Sales
Restaurant, Full Service P P A P
Restaurant, Limited Counter
Service/Fast Casual Food P P A P
Tasting Room P P A P See Section 17.84.060, Alcoholic Beverage Sales
Funeral and Internment Service P2 P A ―
Lodging
Bed and Breakfast A A A A See Section 17.84.100, Bed and Breakfast Lodging
Boarding House ― C ― ―
Hotel and Motel C C ― C
Short-Term Rental A ― A ― See Section 17.84.330, Short-Term Rental Maintenance and Repair Services P P A P
Office Uses
Business, Professional, and
Technology P P A6 P
Medical and Dental Offices P1 P A P
Personal Services
General Personal Services P P A6 P See Section 17.84.290, Personal Services Dry Cleaner/Self Service Laundry P1, 2 P1, 2 ― ― See Section 17.84.290, Personal Services Instructional Services P P P P See Section 17.84.290, Personal Services Massage Establishments AC AC AC AC See Section 17.84.290, Personal Services Tattoo/Body Modification Parlor A A ― A See Section 17.84.290, Personal Services Recreation, Fitness, and Entertainment
Cinema/Theaters P ― ― ―
Indoor Entertainment Facility P A ― A
Indoor Sports and Recreation,
Small-Scale P P ― P
Retail
Artisan Shop P P P P
Convenience/Small Grocery Market P P A P
General Retail Sales P P P P
Liquor Sales as Primary Use C C ― ― See Section 17.84.060, Alcoholic Beverage Sales
Liquor Sales as Accessory Use, A A A A See Section 17.84.020, Accessory Uses and

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Table 17.28.020-1: Use Regulations – Downtown Zones
Use Classification DX-1 DX-2 DX-3 DX-4 Additional Regulations “P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not Allowed
Small Section 17.84.060, Alcoholic Beverage Sales
Liquor Sales as Accessory Use,
Large A A ― A See Section 17.84.020, Accessory Uses and Section 17.84.060, Alcoholic Beverage Sales
Secondhand/Consignment Store P P P P
Public/Institutional Uses
College and Trade School P P ― P
Community and Religious Assembly A A A C
Community Garden ― ― A ― See Section 17.84.130, Community Gardens Cultural Facility P P5 P5 P5
Day Care Center A2 A C ―
See Section 17.84.150, Day Care Centers,
Family Day Cares and Residential Care
Facilities
Emergency Shelter ― C A A
See Section 17.84.170, Emergency Shelters,
Daytime Services Facilities, and Low Barrier
Navigation Centers
Government Buildings P P C P
Hospitals and Clinics
Skilled Nursing Facility ― C C ―
Clinic ― ― ― ―
Park and Recreation Facility, Public P P P P
School C C C C
Industrial Uses
Artisan/Small-Scale Manufacturing A A A P
Artist’s Studio P P P P
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Small Scale P1 P P1 ―
Food Preparation P P A P
Research and Development P5 P5 ― P5
Transporation, Communications, and Utilities
Communication Facilities
Antennas and Transmission Towers See Section 17.84.360, Telecommunication Facilities Equipment within Buildings See Section 17.84.360, Telecommunication Facilities Emergency Services P P P P
Cannabis Uses
Indoor Personal Cannabis Cultivation P P P P See Section 17.84.280, Personal Cultivation of Cannabis
Cannabis Retail ― ― ― ― See Section 17.84.280, Personal Cultivation of Cannabis
Other Uses
Accessory Uses See Section 17.84.020, Accessory Uses
Home Occupations See Section 17.84.200, Home Occupations and Cottage Food Operations

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Table 17.28.020-1: Use Regulations – Downtown Zones
Use Classification DX-1 DX-2 DX-3 DX-4 Additional Regulations “P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not Allowed
Temporary Uses See Section 17.84.370, Temporary Uses
Notes:

1. Not permitted on the ground floor facing Main Street.

2. Not permitted on properties fronting/adjacent to Main Street.

3. Existing auto repair businesses, established prior to the Effective Date may remain. Any proposed expansion or modification shall be subject to a Conditional Use Permit (see Section 17.100.100, Conditonal Use Permit) and shall be subject to the standards of Chapter 17.80, Nonconforming Provisions.

4. Bail bonds are subject to the same design and operational standards as non-traditional financial institution; see Section 17.84.260, Non-Traditional Financial Institutions.

5. A ZAP is required for establishments greater than 5,000 gross square feet.

6. Small-scale establishments that are less than 2,000 gross square feet with low on-site client volume and/or turnover and that meet the parking requirements as outlined in Section 17.68.030, Required On-Site Parking Spaces, may be allowed as a permitted use at the discretion of the Director.

§ 17.28.030. Development Standards.

Table 17.28.030-1: Development Standards - Downtown Zones, establishes the development standards for the Downtown zones. Letters refer to subsections that directly follow the table.

Table 17.28.030-1: Development Standards – Downtown Zones Standard DX-1 DX-2 DX-3 DX-4
Intensity and Lot Standards
Density (du/ac) Min. 15; Max.

Unlimited
Min. 15; Max.

Unlimited
Unlimited Min. 15; Max.

Unlimited
FAR of Residential and Non-
residential Combined
Min 1.0, Max. 4.0
(A)
Min 1.0, Max. 4.0
(A)
Min 1.0, Max. 4.0
(A)
Min 1.0, Max. 4.0
(A)
Max. Lot Coverage 100% 70% 60% 70%(B)
Building Form and Placement Standards
Building Height
Principal Structure Min. 25 ft., Max. 65
ft., 50 ft. within 50 ft.
of DX-3 zone
Max. 55 ft., 50 ft.
within 50 ft. of DX-3
zone
Max. 40 ft. Min. 25 ft., Max 65
ft.

Min. Ground Floor Height,
Floor to Ceiling 12 ft. 10 ft. 10 ft. 12 ft.

Min. Upper Floor Height,
Floor to Ceiling 9 ft. 9 ft. 9 ft. 9 ft.

Setbacks
Front and Street Side Min. 0, Max. 15 ft.;
Max. 5 ft. if fronting
Main Street (C)
Min. 0, Max. 20 ft. Min. 8, Max. 20 ft. Min. 5, Max. 15 ft. (C)
Interior Side 0 ft.; Min. 5 ft.
adjacent to DX-3 or
adjacent residential
land use
5 ft. 5 ft. 0 ft.

Rear Min. 0 ft.; Min. 10 ft. Min. 0 ft.; Min. 10 ft. Min. 10 ft.; 15 ft. if Min. 0 ft.; Min. 30 ft.

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A. Additional FAR may be granted for uses that offer community benefits. Eligible benefits include but are not limited to public open space beyond what is required, restoration or adaptive reuse of a historic structure, or the promotion of alternative modes of transportation. The additional development capacity and nature of community benefits may be determined through a Development Agreement (see § 17.100.180, Development Agreements).

B. In the Downtown Gateway DX -4 district, development approved as part of a master plan or precise plan, may allow for increase in lot coverage for one or more individual parcels if community serving features have been incorporated, such as a plaza, open space, or pass through to an interior courtyard.

C. Building setback from Main Street may be increased to allow for outdoor dining, patio, or plaza space at the discretion of the Director or applicable Review Authority.

§ 17.28.040. Supplemental Regulations.

A. Preservation/Restoration of and Additions to Historic Structures. See § 17.56.050, Preservation/ Restoration of and Additions to Historic Structures.

B. New Development or Renovation of Non -Historic Structures Design Standards in the Downtown Zones. See § 17.56.060, New Development or Renovation of Non -Historic Structures Design Standards in the Downtown Zones.

C. Citywide Standards. All development is subject to the provisions of Division III, Citywide Standards.

Table 17.28.030-1: Development Standards – Downtown Zones Standard DX-1 DX-2 DX-3 DX-4
adjacent to DX-3 or
any Residential zone
adjacent to DX-3 or
any Residential zone
building is over 30’
in height and
adjacent to any
Residential zone
adjacent to railroad
centerline
Open Space Standards for Residential Uses
Min. Private Open Space n/a 48 sf per unit 48 sf per unit n/a Min. Private Open Space
Dimension
n/a 6 ft. 6 ft. n/a
Min. Common Open Space 0 sf if development
fronts Main Street;
50 sf per unit if off
Main Street
50 sf per unit 100 sf per unit 50 sf per unit

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CHAPTER 17.32

MIXED-USE ZONES

§ 17.32.010. Purpose and Applicability.

The purpose of this chapter is to provide for the development of a range of uses suitable to the character of Woodland's corridors. Additional purposes of each zone are described below.

A. Corridor Mixed-Use-West Main (CMU-WM). West of Downtown, the Corridor Mixed-Use-West Main Zone is a mixed -use corridor intended to accommodate residential infill and neighborhood- serving retail. The residential density and intensity of nonresidential uses are intended to give the corridor an urban character and revitalize and replace older strip commercial development.

Residential, retail, commercial service, and office uses are permitted in a horizontal or vertical mixed- use setting to enhance the streetscape. The CMU -WM zone implements the Corridor Mixed -Use General Plan land use designation.

B. Corridor Mixed -Use-East (CMU -E). The Corridor Mixed -Use-East zone facilitates the revitalization of the auto-oriented East Street corridor. Supporting a mix of uses, the zone permits a flexibility of design intended to enhance the urban character and streetscape of the corridor.

Residential, retail, commercial service, office, and light industrial uses are permitted in a horizontal or vertical mixed-use configuration. The CMU-E zone implements the Corridor Mixed-Use General Plan land use designation.

C. Corridor Mixed -Use-Kentucky (CMU -K). The Corridor Mixed -Use-Kentucky zone accommodates a mix of uses including service and light industrial uses. Residential uses are allowed on the south side of Kentucky. The zone allows this area to continue to function as an agriculture - industrial corridor while sensitively integrating new, mixed -use development to activate specific sections of the corridor. The CMU -K zone implements the Corridor Mixed -Use General Plan land use designation.

D. Corridor Mixed-Use-Armfield (CMU-A). The Corridor Mixed-Use-Armfield zone supports a mix of uses similar to the CMU-E zone and permits a flexibility of design intended to enhance the urban character and streetscape of the area with residential, retail, commercial service, and office, uses in a horizontal or vertical mixed -use configuration while providing appropriate transitions and buffers between newer higher intensity uses and existing single -family residential uses. The CMU -A zone implements the Corridor Mixed-Use General Plan land use designation.

E. Corridor Mixed -Use-Flex (CMU -F). The Corridor Mixed -Use-Flex zone supports a sensitive transition between the North East Street corridor and the industrial areas to the east. Like the CMU-E zone, it facilitates the revitalization of the auto -oriented East Street corridor and supports a mix of uses to enhance the urban character and streetscape of the corridor, with residential, retail, commercial service, office, and light industrial uses in a horizontal or vertical mixed -use configuration. Smaller-scale custom, light industrial and artisan manufacturing are allowed to add flexibility and vitality to the corridor. The CMU-F zone implements the Corridor Mixed-Use General Plan land use designation.

F. Community Commercial Mixed -Use (CCMU). The Community Commercial Mixed -Use zone is intended to support commercial development that serves local neighborhoods as well as the rest of the City but does not regularly attract regional, visitor, or pass -through traffic. Uses in this zone include retail, services, grocery stores, restaurants, professional offices, hotels, and similar commercial uses, as well as higher density housing and mixed-use development. The CCMU zone

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§ 17.32.010 ZONING § 17.32.020

implements the Community Commercial General Plan land use designation.

G. Neighborhood Mixed -Use (NMU). The Neighborhood Mixed -Use zone supports commercial development that meets the needs of local neighborhoods. Uses in this zone include smaller scale retail, grocery stores, office, and service -oriented businesses, as well as higher density housing and mixed-use development. The NMU zone implements the Neighborhood Commercial General Plan land use designation.

H. Corridor Mixed-Use-Gateway (CMU-G). The Corridor Mixed -Use-Gateway zone, located along an important north -south corridor, is envisioned by the General Plan to support a mix of uses including retail, medical services, offices, business park development and housing. The zone allows for vertical and horizontal mixed -use development. The CMU -G zone implements the Corridor Mixed-Use General Plan land use designation.

§ 17.32.020. Use Regulations.

Table 17.32.020-1: Use Regulations - Mixed-Use Zones, lists the uses permitted, permitted with a staff - level Zoning Administrator Permit, and permitted with a Conditional Use Permit (see § 17.100.100, Conditional Use Permit) granted at a public hearing. The right -hand column provides references to other sections of this Zoning Code where additional regulations are located. Refer to Division V, Chapter 17.144 for Definition of Uses.

Table 17.32.020-1: Use Regulations – Mixed-Use Zones
Use Classification
CMU-WM
CMU-
E
CMU-
K
CMU-
A
CMU-

F CCMU NMU
CMU-
G
Additional
Regulations
“P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not All owed Residential Uses
Single-Family
Detached ― A A1 A ― ― ― ―
Attached ― A A1 A ― ― ― ―
Duplex ― A ― A ― ― ― ―
Small Lot
Subdivision P P A1 A ― A2 ― P
Multi-Unit Dwelling P P P1 P P P2 P2 P2
Accessory Dwelling
Unit See Section 17.84.030, Accessory Dwelling Units
Family Day Care
Small P P P P P― P P P
See Section

17.84.150, Day
Care Centers,
Family Day Cares,
and Residential
Care Facilities
Large P PA P1― PA P― P2― P2― P
See Section

17.84.150, Day
Care Centers,
Family Day Cares,
and Residential
Care Facilities
Live/Work P2 P P1 A A A P P2 See Section

17.84.230,

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Table 17.32.020-1: Use Regulations – Mixed-Use Zones
Use Classification
CMU-WM
CMU-
E
CMU-
K
CMU-
A
CMU-

F CCMU NMU
CMU-
G
Additional
Regulations
“P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not All owed Live/Work
Manufactured Home
Park ― C ― ― ― ― ― ―
See Section

17.84.240,
Manufactured
Home Parks,
RV/Trailer Parks,
and Manufactured
Buildings
Residential Care Facilities
Small P P P P P― P2― P2A PA
See Section

17.84.150, Day
Care Centers,
Family Day Cares,
and Residential
Care Facilities
Large PA PA P PA P― P― P― PA
See Section

17.84.150, Day
Care Centers,
Family Day Cares,
and Residential
Care Facilities
Single-Room Occupancy
Small ― P ― ― P ― ― ―
See Section

17.84.340, Single
Room Occupancy
Units
Large ― C ― ― C ― ― ―
See Section

17.84.340, Single
Room Occupancy
Units
Supportive
Housing
Subject only to those restrictions that apply to other residential uses of the same type in the same zone. Shall be allowed by right, subject to the requirements in California Government Code Section 65651.

Transitional
Housing Subject only to those restrictions that apply to other residential uses of the same type in the same zone.

Commercial Uses
Adult Businesses ― ― ― ― C ― ― ―
See Section

17.84.040, Adult
Businesses
Animal Care, Sales and Services
Animal Boarding
Kennel/Pet Day
Care
― ― C ― C ― ― C
Grooming P P P P P P A P
Pet Store P P P P P P P P
Veterinary
Services P P P P ― P A A
Automobile/Vehicle Sales and Services
Automobile
Rental Office P P P P P P ― P
See Section

17.84.090,
Automobile/Vehicle
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Table 17.32.020-1: Use Regulations – Mixed-Use Zones
Use Classification
CMU-WM
CMU-
E
CMU-
K
CMU-
A
CMU-

F CCMU NMU
CMU-
G
Additional
Regulations
“P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not All owed Uses
Automobile/
Vehicle Sales and
Leasing, New
A3 A3 A3 ― ― ― ― A3
See Section

17.84.090,
Automobile/Vehicle
Sales and Service
Uses
Automobile/
Vehicle Service
and Repair,
Major
― C C ― C ― ― ―
See Section

17.84.090,
Automobile/Vehicle
Sales and Service
Uses
Automobile/
Vehicle Service
and Repair,
Minor
P4 P4 P4 P4 P4 A ― P4
See Section

17.84.090,
Automobile/Vehicle
Sales and Service
Uses
Farm/Agricultural
Equipment Sales,
Service and
Rental
P P P A P ― ― P
See Section

17.84.090,
Automobile/Vehicle
Sales and Service
Uses
Fueling Station C5 C5 C5 ― ― C5 ― C5
See Section

17.84.090,
Automobile/Vehicle
Sales and Service
Uses
Large Vehicle and
Equipment Sales,
Service and
Rental
― ― ― ― C ― ― ―
See Section

17.84.090,
Automobile/Vehicle
Sales and Service
Uses
Washing (Full
Service) ― C6 ― ― ― ― ― ―
See Section

17.84.090,
Automobile/Vehicle
Sales and Service
Uses
Washing (Self-
Serve) A6 A6 A6 ― A6 C6 ― A6
See Section

17.84.090,
Automobile/Vehicle
Sales and Service
Uses
Banks and Financial Institution
Bank and Savings
and Loan P P P P ― P P P
Non-Traditional
Financial
Institution
A A ― ― ― A ― ―
See Section

17.84.260, Non-
Traditional
Financial
Institutions
Business and Communication Services
General Business
Services P P P P P P P P
Printing and Copy P P P P P P P P

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Table 17.32.020-1: Use Regulations – Mixed-Use Zones
Use Classification
CMU-WM
CMU-
E
CMU-
K
CMU-
A
CMU-

F CCMU NMU
CMU-
G
Additional
Regulations
“P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not All owed Services
Drive-Through Facility
Drive-Through,
Food
Establishment
C― ― ― ― ― C ― A
See Section

17.84.160, Drive-
Through
Establishments
Drive-Through,
Limited C ― ― ― ― C ― A
See Section

17.84.160, Drive-
Through
Establishments
Eating and Drinking Establishments
Bar/Night
Club/Lounge C C C C C C ― C
See Section

17.84.060,
Alcoholic Beverage
Sales
Brewpub/Wine
Bar A A A A A A ― A
See Section

17.84.060,
Alcoholic Beverage
Sales
Microbrewery A A A A A A ― A
See Section

17.84.060,
Alcoholic Beverage
Sales
Micro-Distillery A A A A A C ― A
See Section

17.84.060,
Alcoholic Beverage
Sales
Restaurant, Full
Service P P P P P P P P
Restaurant,
Limited Counter
Service/Fast
Casual Food

P P P P P P P P
Tasting Room P P P P P P P P
See Section

17.84.060,
Alcoholic Beverage
Sales
Funeral and
Internment Service P P P ― A ― ― ―
Hookah Lounge C C ― ― ― ― ― C
See Section

17.84.210, Hookah
Lounges
Lodging
Bed and Breakfast A A ― A ― ― A A
See Section

17.84.100, Bed and
Breakfast Lodging
Boarding
House A ― ― ― ― ― ― ―
Hotel and Motel A A ― A ― A ― A
RV Park Resort ― ― ― ― C ― ― ― See Section

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Table 17.32.020-1: Use Regulations – Mixed-Use Zones
Use Classification
CMU-WM
CMU-
E
CMU-
K
CMU-
A
CMU-

F CCMU NMU
CMU-
G
Additional
Regulations
“P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not All owed Manufactured
Home Parks,
RV/Trailer Parks,
and Manufactured
Buildings
Short-Term
Rental A A ― ― ― ― ― A
See Section

17.84.330, Short-
Term Rental
Maintenance and
Repair Services P P P P P P P P
Office Uses
Business,
Professional, and
Technology

P P P P P P P P
Medical and
Dental Offices P P P P P P P P
Personal Services
General Personal
Services P P P P P P P P
See Section

17.84.290, Personal
Services
Instructional
Services P P P P P P P P
See Section

17.84.290, Personal
Services
Massage
Establishments A A C C ― A C A
See Section

17.84.290, Personal
Services
Tattoo/Body
Modification
Parlor

A A A A A A C A
See Section

17.84.290, Personal
Services
Recreation, Fitness, and Entertainment
Cinema/Theaters ― ― ― ― ― ― ― ―
Indoor
Entertainment
Facility

P P P A A A A P
Indoor Sports and
Recreation,
Large-Scale
A A C ― C A ― A
Indoor Sports and
Recreation,
Small-Scale

P P P P A P P P
Outdoor Sports
and Recreation ― ― ― A A ― ― ―
Retail
Artisan Shop P P P P P P P P
Convenience/
Small Grocery
Market

P P P P P P P P
See Section

17.84.020,
Accessory Uses and
Section 17.84.060,
Alcoholic Beverage
Sales

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Table 17.32.020-1: Use Regulations – Mixed-Use Zones
Use Classification
CMU-WM
CMU-
E
CMU-
K
CMU-
A
CMU-

F CCMU NMU
CMU-
G
Additional
Regulations
“P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not All owed Firearm Sales and
Servicing A A A A A A ― A
See Section

17.84.180, Firearms
Sales
General Retail
Sales P P P P P P P P
Grocery Store P P P A A P P P
Large Format
Retail Sales ― ― ― ― ― ― ― P
Liquor Sales as
Primary Use C C C C C C C C
Liquor Sales as
Accessory Use,
Small

A A A C C A A A
See Section

17.84.020,
Accessory Uses and
Section 17.84.060,
Alcoholic Beverage
Sales
Liquor Sales as
Accessory Use,
Large
A A A C C A ― A
See Section

17.84.020,
Accessory Uses and
Section 17.84.060,
Alcoholic Beverage
Sales
Nursery and
Garden Center P P P A P P P P
Pawn Shop A A A ― A ― ― ―
Secondhand/
Consignment
Store
P P P P ― P P P
Smoke Shop A A ― ― A ― ― ―
See Section

17.84.350, Smoke
Shops
Public/Institutional Uses
College and Trade
School P P P P P P ― P
Community and
Religious Assembly A A A A A A A A
Community Garden ― ― A A ― ― A ―
See Section

17.84.130,
Community
Gardens
Cultural Facility P7 P7 P P7 P7 ― P7 P7
Day Care Center A A A C C A A A
See Section

17.84.150, Day
Care Centers,
Family Day cares
and Residential
Care Facilities
Emergency Shelter P P P P P P ― ―
See Section

17.84.170,
Emergency
Shelters, Daytime
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Table 17.32.020-1: Use Regulations – Mixed-Use Zones
Use Classification
CMU-WM
CMU-
E
CMU-
K
CMU-
A
CMU-

F CCMU NMU
CMU-
G
Additional
Regulations
“P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not All owed and Low Barrier
Navigation Centers
Government
Buildings P P P P ― P ― P
Hospitals and Clinics
Hospital C C C ― ― ― ― C
Skilled Nursing
Facility A A A A ― ― ― A
Clinic A A A ― ― ― A A
Park and Recreation
Facility, Public P P ― P A P ― P
Parking Facilities
(privately-owned) ― C ― ― ― ― ― ―
School ― C ― C ― C ― ―
Social Service
Centers/ Daytime
Service Facility
C C A ― C ― ― ―
See Section

17.84.170,
Emergency
Shelters, Daytime
Service Facilities,
and Low Barrier
Navigation Centers
Industrial Uses
Agricultural
Production, Light ― ― A ― A ― ― ―
Artisan/Small-Scale
Manufacturing P P P P P ― ― P
Artist’s Studio P P P P P P P P
Building Materials
and Supply A A A A A A ― A
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Small Scale A A A ― P A ― A
Large Scale ― ― ― ― P ― ― ―
Food Preparation P P P P P P A P
Industrial, Light ― A A ― P8 ― ― ―
Recycling Facilities
Reverse Vending
Machine /
Donation
Container
A A A A A A ― A
Research and
Development P/A9 P/A9 P/A9 P/A9 P P/A9 ― P/A9
Storage Yard ― P10 P10 ― P10 ― ― ―
See Section

17.70.040 Outdoor
Storage Areas,
Section 17.84.020
Accessory Uses,
and Subsection

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Table 17.32.020-1: Use Regulations – Mixed-Use Zones
Use Classification
CMU-WM
CMU-
E
CMU-
K
CMU-
A
CMU-

F CCMU NMU
CMU-
G
Additional
Regulations
“P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not All owed Storage
Warehousing, Storage, Logistics, and Distribution
Indoor
Warehousing and
Storage
P11 P11 P11 P11 P11 ― ― ―
See Section

17.84.020,
Accessory Uses
Logistics and
Distribution P11 P11 P11 P11 P11 ― ― P11
See Section

17.84.020,
Accessory Uses
Chemical or
Mineral Storage ― ― ― ― ― ― ― ―
Personal Storage
Warehouse
Facility
― ― ― ― ― ― ― ―
See Section

17.84.300, Personal
Storage Facilities
Transporation, Communications, and Utilities
Communication Facilities
Antennas and
Transmission
Towers
See Chapter 17.84, Telecommunication Facilities
Equipment within
Buildings See Chapter 17.84, Telecommunication Facilities Emergency Services P P P P P P P P
Transportation
Passenger Facility ― C ― C ― ― ― ―
Cannabis Uses
Indoor Personal
Cannabis
Cultivation
P P P P P ― ― ―
See Section

17.84.280, Personal
Cultivation of
Cannabis
Cannabis Retail C C C C C C C C
See Section

17.84.120,
Commercial
Cannabis
Businesses
Temporary/Other Uses
Farmers Market P P P P ― P P P
See Section

17.84.370,
Temporary Uses
Mobile Vendor See Section 17.84.250, Mobile Vendors ― ― Swap Market/Flea
Market ― C ― C ― ― ― ―
See Section

17.84.370,
Temporary Uses
Notes:

1. Residential uses are allowed only on the south side of Kentucky Avenue unless part of an adopted Specific Plan.

2. Residential not permitted on the ground floor facing Main Street or CR102.

3. Used Car Sales must be associated with a new car dealership, except for a large format used car dealership. A single use, used car lot is not permitted. See Subsection 17.84.090.B, Auto/Vehicles Sales, New and Used.

4. A ZAP is required where adjacent to an R-L, N-P, or R-LM zone.

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5. Beer and wine sales associated with a fueling station is subject to a CUP. The sale of hard alcohol is not permitted.

6. Only allowed as an accessory use to a gas station or car dealership, typically on the same parcel. See Subsection 17.84.090.D.2.

7. A ZAP is required for establishments greater than 2,000 gross square feet.

8. A ZAP is required for outdoor processing and storage.

9. A ZAP is required for establishments greater than 5,000 gross square feet.

10. May not exceed 5,000 gross square feet. Must be located on the rear half of the lot or screened from view from the right-of-way and must be accessory to a primary use.

11. May not exceed 5,000 gross square feet and must be accessory to a primary use. See Chapter 17.84.020, Accessory Uses.

§ 17.32.030. Development Standards.

Table 17.32.030-1: Development Standards - Mixed-Use Zones, establishes the development standards for the Mixed-Use zones. Letters refer to subsections that directly follow the table.

Table 17.32.030-1: Development Standards – Mixed-Use Zones Standard
CMU-WM

CMU-E, CMU-
F, and CMU-G

CMU-K CMU-A CCMU NMU
Intensity and Lot Standards
Density (du/ac) Min. 20, Max. 40.

For CMU-G,
Min. 15, Max 45
Min. 20, Max. 40 Min. 20, Max. 40 Min. 15, Max. 30 Unlimited FAR of Residential
and Non-residential
Combined

0.25-2.0 for
single use; 0.5-

3.0 for residential
mixed use (A)

0.25-2.0 for
single use;

0.5-3.0 for
residential mixed
use (A)

0.25-2.0 for
single use;

0.5-3.0 for
residential mixed
use (A)

0.15-0.7 for
single use;

0.5-3.0 for
residential mixed
use (A)

0.15-0.5

Max. Lot Coverage 70% 60% 70% 60% 60%
Building Form and Placement Standards
Building Height
Max. Height 55 ft. (B) 55 ft. (B) 45 ft. (B) 55 ft. (B) 45 ft. (B) Min. Height on
Corner Sites
Min. 2 stories
required on all
corner parcels
with frontage on
Main, West Main
and East Streets
Min. 2 stories
required on all
corner parcels
with frontage on
Kentucky Avenue
―
― ―
Minimum Setbacks
Front 10 ft. (C)(D) 10 ft. (C)(D) 10 ft. (C)(D) 15 ft. (C)(D) 20 ft. (D) Interior Side
Setback
0 ft.; where abutting a residential zone, minimum setback is that of the abutting residential zone 5 ft. 5 ft.

Street Side
Setback
10 ft. (C)(D) 10 ft. (C)(D) 10 ft. (C)(D) 10 ft. (C)(D) 10 ft. (D) Rear Setback 0 ft.; where abutting a residential zone, minimum setback is that of the abutting residential zone
10 ft. 10 ft.

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A. Additional FAR. Additional FAR may be granted for uses that offer significant community benefits.

Eligible benefits include, but are not limited to, the provision of public open space and the promotion of transit accessibility. The additional development capacity and nature of community benefits shall be determined through an Agreement between the City and applicant.

B. Maximum Height Adjacent to Residential Zones. The maximum height within 40 feet of a residential zone is limited to 40 feet. The maximum height within 50 feet of a residential zone is 50 feet. If an adjacent residential use is 40 feet or taller, the maximum height requirement shall be that stated in Table 17.32.030-1: Development Standards - Mixed-Use Zones, above.

FIGURE 17.32.030.B-1: MAXIMUM HEIGHT ADJACENT TO RESIDENTIAL ZONES

C. Required Building Location. The following building location requirements apply in all Mixed-Use zones with the exception of the NMU zone.

1. Buildings shall be located within 10 feet of the minimum required front setback line for at least 40% of the linear street frontage.

2. Buildings shall be located within 10 feet of the required setback line within 30 feet of the street corner.

FIGURE 17.32.030.C-1: REQUIRED BUILDING LOCATION

Table 17.32.030-1: Development Standards – Mixed-Use Zones Standard
CMU-WM

CMU-E, CMU-
F, and CMU-G

CMU-K CMU-A CCMU NMU
Min. Common or
Private Open Space
(Residential)
48 sf per unit 48 sf per unit 48 sf per unit 48 sf per unit 48 sf per unit

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3. Frontage Improvements. The area between buildings and the property line shall be improved as part of a wider sidewalk, as outdoor dining/seating area, or with landscaping.

4. Exceptions. These requirements may be modified or waived by the Director upon finding that:
a. Entry courtyards, plazas, entries, or outdoor eating areas are located adjacent to the property line and buildings are built to the edge of the courtyard, plaza, or dining area; or b. The building incorporates an alternative entrance design that creates a welcoming entry feature facing the street.

D. Front Setback Exception. Where 50% or more of the block is developed and has lesser setbacks, the setbacks shall be the average of the two nearest buildings on the same side of the street.

§ 17.32.040. Supplemental Regulations.

A. Mixed-Use, Commercial, and Employment Zones Design Standards. See § 17.56.070, Mixed- Use, Commercial and Employment Zones Design Standards.

B. Citywide Standards. All development is subject to the provisions of Division III, Citywide Standards.

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CHAPTER 17.36

COMMERCIAL ZONES

§ 17.36.010. Purpose and Applicability.

The purpose of this chapter is to provide for the development of neighborhood shopping areas where retail business or service establishments supply commodities or perform services to meet the daily needs of the residential neighborhood and commercial uses that are appropriate in the RC -F and RC zones. Additional purposes of each zone are described below.

A. Regional Commercial -Flex (RC -F). The Regional Commercial -Flex zone is located near entry access nodes to the community and supports regional commercial uses, light industrial uses, new auto and recreational vehicle sales and service, limited contractor facilities, and other retail uses. The RC- LIF zone implements the Regional Commercial with Light Industrial Flex Overlay General Plan land use designation.

B. Regional Commercial (RC). The Regional Commercial zone is intended to accommodate retail establishments that serve residents and visitors of the region at large. Shopping malls and large format "big-box" retail is allowed, as are supporting uses such as gas stations and hotels, stand -alone professional office buildings, and limited ancillary office spaces. Complementary clusters of retail, healthcare, commercial, recreational, and institutional uses also are permitted. The RC zone implements the Regional Commercial General Plan land use designation.

§ 17.36.020. Use Regulations.

Table 17.36.020-1: Use Regulations - Commercial Zones, lists the uses permitted, permitted with a staff - level Zoning Administrator Permit, and permitted with a Conditional Use Permit (see § 17.100.100, Conditional Use Permit) granted at a public hearing. The right -hand column provides references to other sections of this Zoning Code where additional regulations are located. Refer to Division V, Chapter 17.144 for Definition of Uses.

Table 17.36.020-1: Use Regulations - Commercial Zones
Use Classification RC-F RC Additional Regulations
"P" = Permitted; "A" = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; "C" = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; "—" = Not Allowed
Commercial Uses
Animal Care, Sales, and Services
Animal Boarding Kennel/Pet Day
Care C —

Grooming P P
Pet Store P P
Veterinary Services P A
Automobile/Vehicle Sales and Services

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§ 17.36.020 ZONING § 17.36.020

Table 17.36.020-1: Use Regulations - Commercial Zones

Use Classification RC-F RC Additional Regulations
See § 17.84.090,
Automobile Rental Office A P Automobile/Vehicle Sales
and Service Uses
Automobile/Vehicle Sales and
Leasing, New

P

P
See § 17.84.090,
Automobile/Vehicle Sales
and Service Uses
Automobile/Vehicle Service and
Repair, Major

C

—
See § 17.84.090,
Automobile/Vehicle Sales
and Service Uses
Automobile/Vehicle Service and
Repair, Minor

A

C
See § 17.84.090,
Automobile/Vehicle Sales
and Service Uses
Farm/Agricultural Equipment Sales,
Service and Rental

P

P
See § 17.84.090,
Automobile/Vehicle Sales
and Service Uses

Fueling Station

C
1 C
1 See § 17.84.090,
Automobile/Vehicle Sales
and Service Uses
Large Vehicle and Equipment Sales,
Service and Rental

A

—
See § 17.84.090,
Automobile/Vehicle Sales
and Service Uses

Washing (Self-Serve)

A
2 A
See § 17.84.090,
Automobile/Vehicle Sales
and Service Uses
Banks and Financial Institution
Bank and Savings and Loan P P
Business and Communication
Services

General Business Services P P
Printing and Copy Services P P
Drive-Through Facility
Food Establishment C C See § 17.84.160, Drive-
Through Establishments
Limited C C See § 17.84.160, Drive-
Through Establishments
Eating and Drinking Establishments
Bar/Night Club/Lounge C C See § 17.84.060, Alcoholic
Beverage Sales

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Table 17.36.020-1: Use Regulations - Commercial Zones

Use Classification
Brewpub/Wine Bar
RC-F
A
RC
A
Additional Regulations
See § 17.84.060, Alcoholic
Beverage Sales
Microbrewery A A See § 17.84.060, Alcoholic
Beverage Sales
Micro-Distillery A A See § 17.84.060, Alcoholic
Beverage Sales
Restaurant, Full Service P P
Restaurant, Limited Counter
Service/Fast Casual Food P P

Tasting Room P P See § 17.84.060, Alcoholic
Beverage Sales
Funeral and Interment Service A —
Hookah Lounge C C See § 17.84.210, Hookah
Lounge
Lodging
Hotel and Motel A A
Maintenance and Repair Services P P
Office Uses
Business, Professional, and
Technology P P

Medical and Dental Offices P P
Personal Services
General Personal Services P P See § 17.84.290, Personal Services
Instructional Services P — See § 17.84.290, Personal
Services
Massage Establishments — AC See § 17.84.290, Personal
Services
Tattoo/Body Modification Parlor A A See § 17.84.290, Personal Services
Recreation, Fitness, and Entertainment
Indoor Sports and Recreation,
Large-Scale A A

Indoor Sports and Recreation,
Small-Scale P P

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Table 17.36.020-1: Use Regulations - Commercial Zones

Use Classification
Outdoor Sports and Recreation
Facilities
RC-F
A
RC
C
Additional Regulations
See § 17.64.090, Swimming
Pools and Spas
Retail
Artisan Shop P P
Convenience/Small Grocery Market P —
Grocery Store A P
Firearm Sales and Servicing A A See § 17.84.180, Firearms Sales
General Retail Sales P P
Large Format Retail Sales P P
Liquor Sales as Primary Use C C
Liquor Sales as Accessory Use,
Small A A See § 17.84.060, Alcoholic
Beverage Sales
Liquor Sales as Accessory Use,
Large A A See § 17.84.060, Alcoholic
Beverage Sales
Nursery and Garden Center P A
Secondhand/Consignment Store P —
Public/Institutional Uses
College and Trade School A P
Community and Religious Assembly A A
Cultural Facility P P

Day Care Center

C

A
See § 17.84.150, Day Care
Centers, Family Day Cares
and Residential Care
Facilities
Government Buildings P P
Hospitals and Clinics
Hospital — C
Clinic A A
Park and Recreation Facility, Public A P See § 17.64.090, Swimming Pools and Spas
Industrial Uses
Artisan/Small-Scale Manufacturing P —
Artist's Studio P —

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Table 17.36.020-1: Use Regulations - Commercial Zones
Use Classification RC-F RC Additional Regulations
Brewery A A
Building Materials and Supply A —
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Small Scale P —
Large Scale P —
Food Preparation P —
Freight/Trucking Facilities — —
Industrial, Light P
3 —
Recycling Facilities
Reverse Vending Machine /
Donation Container
A —
Research and Development

P
4 P
4 See § 17.84.020, Accessory
Uses

Storage Yard

P
5 —
See Chapter 17.70,
Screening Standards;
§ 17.64.100, Vehicle/Truck
Parking and Storage; and
§ 17.84.020, Accessory Uses
Salvage and Wrecking Yard — —
Warehousing, Storage, Logistics and Distribution
Chemical or Mineral Storage C —
Indoor Warehousing and Storage

P
6 — See § 17.84.020, Accessory
Uses
Logistics and Distribution

P
6 — See § 17.84.020, Accessory
Uses
Personal Storage Facility — —
Wholesale Nursery A —
Transportation, Communications, and Utilities
Communication Facilities
Antennas and Transmission Towers See § 17.84.360, Telecommunication Facilities Emergency Services P P
Light Fleet Based Services A —
Public Service, Minor P P
Cannabis Uses

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Table 17.36.020-1: Use Regulations - Commercial Zones

Use Classification

Cannabis Retail
RC-F

C
RC

—
Additional Regulations
See § 17.84.120,
Commercial Cannabis
Businesses
Other Uses
Mobile Vendor See § 17.84.250, Mobile Vendors
Swap Market/Flea Market C — See § 17.84.370, Temporary
Uses

Notes:

1. Liquor sales associated with a fueling station is subject to a CUP. The sale of hard alcohol is not permitted.

2. Only allowed as an accessory use to a gas station or car dealership, typically on the same parcel. See § 17.84.090.D.2.

3. A ZAP is required for outdoor processing and storage.

4. A ZAP is required for establishments greater than 10,000 gross square feet.

5. Must be located on the rear half of the lot or screened from view from the right-of-way and must be accessory to a primary use.

6. Outdoor pallet storage is prohibited, except as an accessory use in support of an existing business.

Pallets must be stored below the fence line or otherwise screened from public view.

§ 17.36.030. Development Standards.

Table 17.36.030-1: Development Standards - Commercial Zones, establishes the development standards for the Commercial zones. Letters refer to subsections that directly follow the table.

Table 17.36.030-1: Development Standards - Commercial Zones Standard RC-F RC
Floor Area Ratio (FAR) 0.15 – 0.7 (A) 0.15 – 0.7 (A)
Lot Coverage Max. 70% Max. 70%
Building Height Max. 65 ft. (B) Max. 65 ft. (B)
Minimum Setbacks
Front 15 ft. (C) 15 ft. (C)
Street Side 10 ft. 10 ft.

Interior Side Min. 0 ft.; where abutting a residential zone, minimum setback is equal to that of the residential zone

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Standard
Table 17.36.030-1: Development Standards - Commercial Zones RC
RC-F
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Rear Min. 0 ft.; where abutting a residential zone, minimum setback is equal to that of the residential zone
Surface Parking, from any
Street-Facing Property Line Min. 12 ft. Min. 12 ft.

Common Usable Open Space for
Employees
For employment uses over 50,000 sf: Min. 5 sf per 1,000 sf up to 1,500 sf. This space need not be publicly accessible.

A. Additional FAR. Additional FAR may be granted for uses that include an upper-story office, lodging or service use.

1. A total of 1.2 FAR may be achieved with a Development Review Tier 2 permit (see § 17.100.060, Development Review Tier 2).

2. A total of 1.5 FAR may be achieved with a CUP.

B. Maximum Height Adjacent to Residential Zones. The maximum height within 40 feet of a residential zone is limited to 40 feet. The maximum height within 50 feet of a residential zone is 50 feet. If an adjacent residential use is 40 feet or taller, the maximum height requirement shall be that stated in Table 17.36.030-1: Development Standards - Commercial Zones, above.

FIGURE 17.36.030.B-1: MAXIMUM HEIGHT ADJACENT TO RESIDENTIAL ZONES

C. Front Setback Exception. Where 50% or more of the block is developed and has lesser setbacks, the setbacks shall be average of the two nearest buildings on the same side of the street.

§ 17.36.040. Supplemental Regulations.

A. Mixed-Use, Commercial, and Employment Zones Design Standards. See § 17.56.070, Mixed- Use, Commercial and Employment Zones Design Standards.

B. Citywide Standards. All development is subject to the provisions of Division III, Citywide Standards.

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CHAPTER 17.40

EMPLOYMENT ZONES

§ 17.40.010. Purpose and Applicability.

The purpose of this chapter is to encourage sound industrial development by providing areas exclusively for such development subject to regulations necessary to insure the protection of adjoining uses. Additional purposes of each zone are described below.

A. Industrial Flex (IF). The Industrial Flex zone provides for a mix of research and development and limited, artisan/small-scale manufacturing uses, including multi -tenant spaces with offices, agricultural processing, food producers, industrial technology, and other sensitive processing regulated by specific performance standards. Larger and more intensive uses that may create odors, particulates, dust, vibration, etc., are restricted and, in the case of general industrial uses with outdoor facilities, are not allowed. The zone provides a transition between more intensive industrial uses and urban mixed-use environments, with the intent of minimizing conflicts with sensitive uses. The IF zone implements the Industrial with Light Industrial Flex Overlay General Plan land use designation.

B. Industrial General (IG). The Industrial General zone encourages sound industrial development by providing areas exclusively for such development. The zone supports light, medium, and heavy industrial uses, including manufacturing, processing, refining, and similar uses including those with outdoor facilities. It also provides for warehousing, distribution, and logistics uses with supporting commercial services and office space. Uses in the IG zone are subject to regulations necessary to insure the protection of adjoining uses. The IG zone implements the Industrial General Plan land use designation.

C. Business Park (BP). The Business Park zone accommodates master -planned office parks that may include a mix of research and development, green technology uses, and light manufacturing related to research and development. This zone additionally allows for supporting uses including professional offices, hotels, and general retail that cater to industrial and office uses. The BP zone implements the Business Park General Plan land use designation.

§ 17.40.020. Use Regulations.

A. Permitted Uses. Table 17.40.020-1: Use Regulations - Employment Zones, lists the uses permitted, permitted with a staff -level Zoning Administrator Permit (see § 17.100.090, Zoning Administrator Permit), and permitted with a Conditional Use Permit (see § 17.100.100, Conditional Use Permit) granted at a public hearing. The right -hand column provides references to other sections of this Zoning Code where additional regulations are located. Refer to Division V, Chapter 17.144 for Definition of Uses.

B. Prohibited Uses. Prohibited uses include those uses not listed Table 17.40.020-1: Use Regulations - Employment Zones; uses shown as not permitted in Table 17.40.020 -1: Use Regulations - Employment Zones; and the following uses:

1. Pallet storage as a primary use;

2. Freight storage yard as a primary use;

3. Tire or concrete recycling/storage;

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4. Salvage and wrecking yard, either as a primary or accessory use;

5. Vehicle impound and tow yard, either as a primary or accessory use;

6. Personal storage facilities, either as a primary or accessory use; and

7. Personal storage warehouse facilities, either as a primary or accessory use.

Table 17.40.020-1: Use Regulations – Employment Zones
Use Classification IF IG BP Additional Regulations
“P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not All owed Residential Uses
Small Lot Subdivision ― ― A
Live/Work ― ― A
Multi-Unit Dwelling ― ― P
Commercial Uses
Adult Businesses C ― C
Animal Care, Sales and Services
Animal Boarding Kennel/Pet Day
Care A A A
Grooming A ― ―
Pet Store A ― ―
Veterinary Services A ― A
Automibile/Vehicle Sales and Services
Automobile Rental Office A ― A See Section 17.84.090, Automobile/ Vehicle Sales and Service Uses
Automobile/Vehicle Sales and
Leasing, New A ― ― See Section 17.84.090, Automobile/ Vehicle Sales and Service Uses
Automobile/Vehicle Service and
Repair, Major C A ― See Section 17.84.090, Automobile/ Vehicle Sales and Service Uses
Automobile/Vehicle Service and
Repair, Minor A A ― See Section 17.84.090, Automobile/ Vehicle Sales and Service Uses
Farm/Agricultural Equipment Sales,
Service and Rental A P ― See Section 17.84.090, Automobile/ Vehicle Sales and Service Uses
Fueling Station C1 ― ― See Section 17.84.090, Automobile/ Vehicle Sales and Service Uses
Large Vehicle and Equipment Sales,
Service and Rental A2 P ― See Section 17.84.090, Automobile/ Vehicle Sales and Service Uses
Tire Retreading and Capping ― C ― See Section 17.84.090, Automobile/ Vehicle Sales and Service Uses
Washing (Self-Serve) A3 ― ― See Section 17.84.090, Automobile/ Vehicle Sales and Service Uses
Business and Communication Services
General Business Services P ― P
Printing and Copy Services P ― P
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Use Classification IF IG BP Additional Regulations
“P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not All owed Bar/Night Club/Lounge C ― C See Section 17.84.060, Alcoholic Beverage Sales
Brewpub/Wine Bar C ― A
Microbrewery C ― A See Section 17.84.060, Alcoholic Beverage Sales
Micro-Distillery C ― A See Section 17.84.060, Alcoholic Beverage Sales
Restaurant, Full Service A ― A See Section 17.84.060, Alcoholic Beverage Sales
Restaurant, Limited Counter
Service/Fast Casual Food P P ― See Section 17.84.060, Alcoholic Beverage Sales
Tasting Room A A ― See Section 17.84.060, Alcoholic Beverage Sales
Funeral and Internment Service A C ―
Maintenance and Repair Services P P P
Lodging
Hotel and Motel ― P4 ―
Office Uses
Business, Professional, and
Technology P P4 P
Medical or Dental Offices ― ― A
Recreation, Fitness, and Entertainment
Indoor Sports and Recreation, Large-
Scale C C C
Indoor Sports and Recreation, Small-
Scale C C C
Outdoor Sports and Recreation
Facility A ― A
Personal Services
Dry Cleaner/Self Service Laundry ― ― A
General Personal Services ― ― P
Instructional Services ― ― P
Retail
Artisan Shop P A P
Convenience/Small Grocery Market P ― P
General Retail Sales P4 P4 P4
Nursery and Garden Center P ― ―
Public/Institutional Uses
College and Trade School A A P
Community and Religious Assembly A ― A
Cultural Facility A ― A
Day Care Center C ― C See Section 17.84.150, Day Care Centers, Family Day Cares and Residential Care

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Use Classification IF IG BP Additional Regulations
“P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not All owed Facilities
Emergency Shelter ― C ―
See Section 17.84.170, Emergency Shelters,
Daytime Service Facilities, and Low Barrier
Navigation Centers
Government Buildings P ― P
Hospitals and Clinics
Clinics ― ― A
Hospital ― ― C
Park and Recreation Facility, Public A ― A
Parking Facilities (privately-owned) ― ― ―
Social Service Centers/Daytime Service
Facility ― C ―
See Section 17.84.170, Emergency Shelters,
Daytime Service Facilities, and Low Barrier
Navigation Centers
Industrial Uses
Agricultural Production, Light P P P See Section 17.84.050, Agricultural Production, Light
Artisan/Small-Scale Manufacturing P A P
Artist’s Studio P A P
Brewery C C C
Building Materials and Supply P P P
Crematorium ― C ― See Section 17.84.140, Crematorium
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Small Scale P P P
Large Scale P P P
Food Preparation P A P
Freight, Trucking Facilities ― ― ―
Hazardous Waste Management
Facilities ― C ― See Section 17.84.190, Hazardous Waste Management Facilities
Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Plants A A A
Industrial, Heavy ― A ―
Industrial, Light P5 P P5
Industrial, Medium A P A
Pallet Storage ― ― ― Accessory only
Recycling Facilities
Collection ― C ― See Section 17.84.310, Recycling Facilities Processing ― C ―
Reverse Vending Machine / Donation
Container A ― A
Tire/Concrete Recycling and Storage ― ― ―
Research and Development P P P
Storage Yard P5, 7 P6, 7 P6, 7
See Chapter 17.70, Screening Standards;
Section 17.64.100, Vehicle/Truck Parking and
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Table 17.40.020-1: Use Regulations – Employment Zones
Use Classification IF IG BP Additional Regulations
“P” = Permitted; “A” = Zoning Administrator Permit (ZAP) required; “C” = Conditional Use Permit (CUP) required; “―” = Not All owed Uses
Salvage, Wrecking Yard ― ― ―
Vehicle Impound and Tow Yard ― ― ―
Warehousing, Storage, Logistics and Distribution
Chemical or Mineral Storage ― C6 ―
Indoor Warehousing and Storage C6 C6 A6
Logistics and Distribution P4 P ―
Personal Storage Facility ― ― ―
Wholesale Nursery A A ―
Transporation, Communications, and Utilities
Communication Facilities
Antennas and Transmission Towers See Section 17.84.360, Telecommunication Facilities Equipment within Buildings See Section 17.84.360, Telecommunication Facilities Emergency Services P ― P
Heliport ― C ―
Light Fleet Based Services A A ―
Public Service, Major P C P
Public Service, Minor P P P
Cannabis Uses
Cannabis Manufacturing, Volatile and
Non-Volatile C C C See Section 17.84.120, Commercial Cannabis Businesses
Cannabis Testing, Research and
Development C C C See Section 17.84.120, Commercial Cannabis Businesses
Cannabis Distribution C C C See Section 17.84.120, Commercial Cannabis Businesses
Other Uses
Mobile Vendor See Section 17.84.250, Mobile Vendors
Notes:

1. Beer and wine sales associated with a fueling station is subject to a CUP. The sale of hard alcohol is not permitted.

2. Not permitted on properties facing Main Street or adjacent to a Main Street-facing property.

3. Only allowed as an accessory use to a gas station or car dealership, typically on the same parcel. See Section

17.84.090.D.2, Self Service Drive Through.

4. Permitted as accessory use only and shall not exceed 20% percent of the site area. Greater percentage subject to ZAP and not more than 50% of the site.

5. A ZAP is required for outdoor processing and storage.

6. Must be located on the rear half of the lot or screened from view from the right-of-way and must be accessory to a primary use.

7. Outdoor pallet storage is prohibited, except as an accessory use in support of an existing business. Pallets must be stored below the fence line or otherwise screened from public view.

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Table 17.40.030-1: Development Standards - Employment Zones

§ 17.40.030. Development Standards.

Table 17.40.030-1: Development Standards - Employment Zones, establishes the development standards for the Employment zones. Letters refer to subsections that directly follow the table.

Table 17.40.030-1: Development Standards - Employment Zones Standard IF IG BP
Floor Area Ratio (FAR) 0 – 0.8 0 – 0.8 0.25 – 2.0
Max. Lot Coverage (%) 70% 70% 70%
Max. Building Height (ft.) 55 ft. (A) 65 ft. (A)(B) 55 ft. (A)

Standard
Min. Ground Floor Height,
Finish Floor to Finish Floor
(ft.)
IF

12 IG

None
BP

12 Minimum Setbacks
Front 15 ft. (C) 20 ft. (C) 15 ft.

Street Side 15 ft. 20 ft. 15 ft.

Interior Side
5 ft.; 15 ft. abutting an
R-L, N-P or R-LM
zone

0 ft.
5 ft.; 15 ft. when
abutting a residential
zone or use

Rear
0 ft.; 10 ft. when
abutting an R-L, N-P
or R-LM zone

0 ft.
0 ft.; 10 ft. when
abutting a residential
zone or use
Common Usable Open Space For employment uses over 50,000 sf: Min. 5 sf per 1,000 sf, up to 1,500 sf This space need not be publicly accessible.

A. Maximum Height Adjacent to Residential Zones. The maximum height within 40 feet of a residential zone is limited to 40 feet. The maximum height within 50 feet of a residential zone is 50 feet. If an adjacent residential use is 40 feet or taller, the maximum height requirement shall be that stated in Table 17.40.030-1: Development Standards - Employment Zones, above.

FIGURE 17.40.030. A-1: MAXIMUM HEIGHT ADJACENT TO RESIDENTIAL ZONES

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B. Height Exceptions. Maximum height may be increased for agricultural related facilities such as grain siloes or towers. Other height exemptions may be granted through a CUP, unless otherwise permitted subject to § 17.08.030, Rules of Measurement.

C. Setback Exceptions. Where 50% or more of the block is developed and has lesser setbacks, the setbacks shall be average of the two nearest buildings on the same side of the street.

§ 17.40.040. Supplemental Regulations.

A. Mixed-Use, Commercial, and Employment Zones Design Standards. See § 17.56.070, Mixed- Use, Commercial and Employment Zones Design Standards.

B. Citywide Standards. All development is subject to the provisions of Division III, Citywide Standards.

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Division III
Citywide Standards

CHAPTER 17.64

GENERAL SITE STANDARDS

§ 17.64.010. Purpose.

The purpose of this chapter is to prescribe site standards that apply, except where specifically stated, to development in all zones. General site standards shall be used in conjunction with the base standards for each zone established in Division II. In any case of conflict, the more restrictive standard shall control.

§ 17.64.020. Accessory Structures.

A. Purpose. This section establishes development standards for accessory structures. The purpose is to recognize accessory structures as desirable and beneficial and to provide for such uses under certain circumstances by providing standards to protect the public health, safety, and welfare by maintaining safe distances between structures, establishing architectural compatibility between primary and accessory structures, and minimizing potential impacts associated with lot coverage, privacy, and maintenance of light and air space.

B. Applicability. The provisions of this section apply to:

1. Accessory buildings, which are detached, enclosed buildings located on the same lot as the principal (main) building, the use of which is normally incidental, ancillary, and entirely secondary to that of the principal building. This includes sheds, detached garages, greenhouses, workshops, and pool houses. Detached accessory structures, including, but not limited to, carports, detached garages, sheds, workshops, gazebos, greenhouses, and pool houses.

2. Patio covers , which are structures that are attached or detached from the primary residence, open on at least three sides, and covered overhead. This includes sunshades, porches, carports, gazebos, and similar structures. Attached accessory structures, including, but not limited to, patio covers, sunshades, porte - cocheres, and porches and decks that are over 18 inches in height measured from grade.

3. This section does not apply to secondary or accessory dwelling units. Secondary or accessory dwelling units are governed by the requirements of § 17.84.030, Accessory Dwelling Units.

C. Permits Required.

1. A Building Permit (see § 17.100.130, Building Permit) is required for all accessory structures 120 square feet or greater and all accessory structures requiring with utility hookups, regardless of square footage.

2. A Building Permit (see § 17.100.130, Building Permit) is required for any accessory structure that is attached to an existing structure, including a deck or trellis.

3. A Building Permit (see § 17.100.130, Building Permit) is required for decks over 30 inches in height.

4. A Development Review Permit Tier 1 (see § 17.100.050, Development Review Tier 1) is required for accessory structures over 120 square feet up to 800 square feet andor under over 12 feet in height in residential zones and for accessory structures over less than 1,200 square feet in

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all other zones, or where an exception as provided in this section is requested.

5. A Development Review Permit Tier 2 (see § 17.100.060, Development Review Tier 2) is required for accessory structures over 800 gross square feet in gross floor area or over 12 feet in height in residential zones and for accessory structures over 1,200 gross square feet in gross floor area in Mixed-Use, Commercial, or Employment zones.

D. General Requirements for All Detached Accessory Structures.

1. Accessory structures may not encroach into recorded utility easements.

2. Accessory structures must be appurtenant to and incidental to a primary structure.

3. The cumulative floor area of any residential accessory structure(s) may be a maximum of 7530% of that of the primary structure, except as otherwise approved by the Director. .

4. Accessory structures may not be located within required front or street side setbacks, except as otherwise allowed in this section or § 17.64.060, Projections into Required Setbacks.

5. Accessory structures shall be set back a minimum of four feet from an alley or as required to provide a minimum 24 -foot clear back -up space if the alley provides vehicular access to the detached accessory structure.
a. Exception. A setback less than four feet may be allowed, where there is no vehicular access required to the structure, and where there is adequate vehicular, pedestrian, and public safety access in the alley.

6. Accessory structures shall not contain a permanent indoor kitchen (combination of a sink, cooking apparatus, and refrigeration appliance) or a full bath and may not be designed for full - time living or rental purposes.

7. Carports shall be constructed out of durable materials, match or complement the architecture of the primary structure and be built on a permanent foundation. Temporary carports are prohibited.

8. Accessory structures shall be oriented and designed to minimize visual impacts on adjoining properties. Placement of doors and windows shall be located to ensure the greatest extent of privacy to adjacent neighbors.

9. Accessory structures located in residential zones shall be of a compatible size, scale, and appearance so as to be in harmony with the character and quality of surrounding development.

10. Detached Accessory Structures Buildings in Residential Zones. In addition to the requirements in Subsection 17.64.020.D, accessory buildings in residential zones shall comply with the following standards:
a. Placement. All accessory structures buildings shall be located on the rear one-half of the lot. b. Building Separation. All accessory structures buildings shall be located at least six feet from any primary building or dwelling on the lot. An accessory structure building closer than six feet to another structure may be considered through a Minor Modification request (see § 17.100.110, Minor Modification). Garages, storage sheds, or other enclosed buildings attached to the primary home shall be considered an addition and subject to the setback and height requirements of the base zone.
b.c. Setbacks. Accessory structures buildings shall conform to the front and street side setbacks of the base zone. The following interior side and rear setback requirements shall apply:

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Table 17.64.020.D-1: Accessory Structure Setbacks
Eave Height at Point Closest to Property
Line
Minimum Setback from Interior Side or
Rear Property Line
Less than 9 feet 3 feet

At least 9 feet but less than 10 feet 4 feet
At least 10 feet but less than 11 feet 5 feet
At least 11 feet but less than 12 feet 6 feet
12 to 16 feet (subject to review) 7 feet

c.d. Fire Access. A minimum three -foot ingress/egress pathway into a backyard shall be maintained for fire access.
d.e. Height. Accessory structures shall not exceed a maximum height of 16 feet. i. Exception. A two-story accessory structure no greater than 25 feet in height may be allowed at the rear of a lot that abuts an alley but must comply with a minimum 10-foot side property line setback.
e.f. Roof Decks. All roof decks along the project perimeter and abutting residential uses shall be stepped back a minimum of five feet from the roof edge and a minimum of eight feet from the property line and shall include a minimum 42 -inch solid rail or parapet, so that they are oriented away from and screened to prevent direct views of abutting residential neighbors. Roof decks facing/adjacent to a right -of-way or alley are not required to be stepped back.
f.g. Lot Coverage. The total square footage of all accessory structures shall not occupy more than 30% of the required side and rear setback of the underlying zone . Unless otherwise allowed in the base zone, maximum aggregate lot coverage by primary and accessory structures shall not exceed 50%.
i. Roofless structures or structures with a latticed roof, such as pergolas, arbors, and trellises, are excluded from lot coverage but shall not occupy more than 60% of the required rear setback.

FIGURE 17.64.020.D-1: ACCESSORY STRUCTURE LOT COVERAGE

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11.1. Detached Accessory Structures in Mixed-Use and Nonresidential Zones. a. Height. An accessory structure in a nonresidential zone shall not exceed the permitted height for principal buildings in the zone in which it is located. b.a. Setbacks. Any accessory structures in a nonresidential zone shall conform to the building setback requirements for that zone.
c.a. Building Separation. Any accessory structure in a nonresidential zone over 120 square feet shall be located at least six feet from any building on the lot. d.a. Location. Any accessory structure up to 120 square feet in a nonresidential zone shall be located to the side or rear of the primary building and not in front of the primary building.

E. Requirements for Patio Covers in Residential Zones. In addition to the requirements in Subsection

17.64.020.D, patio covers in residential zones shall comply with the following standards:

1. Setbacks.
a. Front and street side setbacks of the base zone apply to patio covers. b. A minimum five -foot interior side and rear yard setback is required, measured from the nearest post/ structural support to the property line.
c. The minimum required interior side yard and rear yard setbacks shall be increased by one foot for every one-foot increase in patio cover height over 10 feet. If a patio cover is sloped or otherwise varies in height, the setback requirements for the side versus the front of the structure may vary depending on orientation to the nearest property line(s). d. Patio covers in residential zones shall conform to the following setback requirements:

Table 17.64.020.E-1: Patio Cover Setbacks

Height at Point Closest to Property Line
Minimum Setback from Interior Side or
Rear Property Line
Less than 11 feet 5 feet
At least 11 feet but less than 12 feet 6 feet
12 feet (Maximum Height) 7 feet

2. Height. Patio covers shall not exceed 12 feet in height. An exception to the 12-foot height limit may be granted by the Director if a taller cover is required to match the architectural style and roof pitch of the primary structure or as necessary to tie -in structurally to the primary structure as long as setback requirements are otherwise met and the Director finds that the increased height will not negatively impact adjacent residential properties. Covers that match the height of the existing home may be required to meet the setback requirements of the underlying zone, as determined by the Director.

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FIGURE 17.64.020.E-1: PATIO COVERS AND SUNSHADE SETBACK AND HEIGHT

3.2. Eaves and Projections into Required Setback Area. Eaves, rain gutters, and other architectural features may project 24 inches into the required setback subject to applicable building and fire/ life safety requirements as provided in § 17.64.060, Projections into Required Setbacks.

4.3. Yard and Lot Coverage.
a. Patio covers with a solid or impervious roof/cover shall count toward the lot coverage calculations.
b. Patio covers with a permeable (i.e., open lattice style) or semi -transparent roof/cover and roofless structures such as pergolas, trellises, and arbors are excluded from the lot coverage calculation.
c. Solid cover residential patio covers may use up to 40% contribute to the maximum 30% lot coverage of the required side and rear setback as measured by the roof/covering dimensions.

FIGURE 17.64.020.E-2: PATIO HEIGHT AND REAR AND SIDE SETBACK

5.4. Design.
a. Patio covers shall not be enclosed by any walls, partial solid panel wainscoting, and/or glazing, except for the walls adjoining primary and/or accessory building(s), which may not constitute more than two of the four sides of the patio structure. b. Patios shall be open structures that are at least 80% transparent. c. Patios shall not be conditioned space but may be fitted with removable clear plastic or

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screen mesh.
d. Metal "lean-to" structures and similar metal structures are prohibited in residential zones.

5. Detached Accessory Structures in Mixed-Use and Nonresidential Zones. a. Height. An accessory structure in a nonresidential zone shall not exceed the permitted height for principal buildings in the zone in which it is located. b. Setbacks. Any accessory structures in a nonresidential zone shall conform to the building setback requirements for that zone.
c. Building Separation. Any accessory structure in a nonresidential zone over 120 square feet shall be located at least six feet from any building on the lot. d. Location. Any accessory structure up tobuilding over 120 square feet in a nonresidential zone shall be located to the side or rear of the primary building and not in front of the primary building. Exceptions may be granted for structures required for the primary business in a site in Industrial Flex (IF) and Industrial General (IG) zones subject to Director discretion.

d.

§ 17.64.030. Fences, Walls, and Hedges.

A. Purpose. The purpose of this section is to recognize well-designed fencing as a necessary site feature that can enhance the visual appearance of properties. Requirements ensure safe sight lines and minimize potential negative visual impacts or hazards of tall or unsightly fences, walls, and retaining walls.

B. Applicability. The requirements of this section apply to all fences, walls, hedges, and similar structures. For specific and modified fencing standards in the Spring Lake Specific Plan area, see the standards in the Spring Lake Specific Plan.

C. Permits Required.

1. All fences and walls over six feet in height and all retaining walls 36 inches or greater in height require a Building Permit (see § 17.100.130, Building Permit).

2. All fences and walls within the public right-of-way require an encroachment permit and shall be subject to all requirements of this section in addition to any public works requirements.

D. Fence, Wall and Hedge Height and Placement. Fences, walls, and hedges shall comply with the height and placement standards below, unless more restrictive standards are required by an operative plan, an adopted policy, or a condition of approval for a project or subdivision.

1. Fence and Retaining Wall Combinations. Where a fence is located at the top of a retaining wall required to address grade differential, and a six -foot maximum height fence is normally applicable, the Director may allow a combined height of fence and retaining wall up to eight feet, as measured from the midpoint of the retaining wall to the fence top. Where the fence is offset from a retaining wall by at least three feet, the fence height shall be measured from finished grade to the fence top.

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2. Front Setback.
a. Solid fences, walls, and hedges located within a required front setback or along the front yard property line may be a maximum of three feet six inches in height. See Section

17.64.040, Landscaping for landscaping requirements adjacent to street -facing walls and fences.

b. Exceptions.
i. Downtown Zones. A wrought iron or powder coated/integral color tubular steel fence, or other equivalent material approved by the Director (Tier 1 Development Review), up to five feet in height may be installed within a required front or street side setback provided the fence is a minimum of 80% open (no more than 20% opaque) and setback a minimum of five feet from the back of sidewalk. (A) A landscaped and irrigated planting strip composed of groundcover, shrubs, and/or trees, shall be provided along the base of that portion of the fence that abuts the public street or public right -of-way. The remaining setback area between the fence and property line shall be landscaped and maintained in a healthy and growing condition. In no case shall fencing block required access or sight visibility.
ii. Downtown and N-P Zones. In the Downtown and N -P zones, fencing may follow a historically established pattern and location of fencing provided sight visibility, safety and public welfare are not impacted, as determined by the Director. iii. Residential Zones RL, N -P, RLM. A fence up to five feet in height may be located five feet from the back of sidewalk provided the fence in its entirety is open a minimum of 80% (no more than 20% opaque), such as black and tubular steel. A fence up to five feet in height may be located a minimum of 10 feet from the back of the sidewalk provided the top two feet are open a minimum of 8% (no more than 20% opaque) and may not extend more than 40% across the front width of the property. The area between the fence and the public right-of-way-shall be landscaped and maintained.

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FIGURE 17.64.030.D-2: FENCE HEIGHT IN R-L, N-P, R-LM FRONT YARDS

iv. Multi-Unit (RM and RH), Mixed-Use (CMU, CCMU), Commercial (RC, RCF) and Employment (IF, IG, and BP) Zones. A decorative, wrought Iron, power coated/ integral color tubular steel, or other equivalent material approved by the Director, fence up to six feet in height may be located 10 -feet from the back of sidewalk, provided the fence is a minimum of 80% open (no more than 20% opaque) and set back a minimum of 10 feet from the back of sidewalk. In no case shall fencing block required access or sight visibility.
(A) A landscaped and irrigated planting strip composed of groundcover, climbing vines, shrubs, and trees, shall be provided along the base of that portion of the fence that abuts the public street or public right-of-way. The remaining setback area between the fence and property line shall be landscaped and maintained in a healthy and growing condition.
(B) If necessary for security purposes, as determined by the Director, tubular steel, or equivalent open welded metal fencing, may be placed at the back of sidewalk (or if no sidewalk, then property line) in the RCF, IF, IG, and BP zones as long as the required landscaping is visible through the fencing. v. Columns, pilasters, and support structures, and the decorative elements attached to them associated with a fence or gate located on or within required setbacks may exceed the height limit provided they meet the following criteria:
(A) They do not exceed seven feet in height;
(B) They are not located closer than 12 feet on center; (C) The fencing materials do not cumulatively exceed the see through fence standard, where applicable; and
(D) They do not interfere with the sight visibility area associated with any street or driveway.

3. Street Side.
a. Fences, walls, and hedges located within five feet of the street side property line may be a maximum of three feet six inches in height. Fences, walls, and hedges located five feet or more than five feet from the street side property line may be a maximum of seven feet in height.

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i. Exception. When the primary structure is located within the five-foot setback, a fence up to seven feet is allowed where the fence is parallel to the street and represents an extension of the primary structure's façade.
b. See Section 17.64.040, Landscaping for landscaping requirements adjacent to street-facing walls and fences.

4. Rear and Interior Side Setbacks. Fences, walls, and hedges behind the required front setback within the interior side and rear setback areas may be a maximum of seven feet in height.

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5. Intersection and Driveways. Notwithstanding other provisions of this section, fences, walls, and hedges shall comply with § 17.64.110, Visibility at Intersections to ensure adequate site visibility.

6. Additional Fence Height. In nonresidential zones, additional fence height up to eight feet may be considered by the Director (Development Review Tier 1) if located outside of a required front setback and more than five feet from a street side lot line, provided that the Director determines that the additional height is necessary due to specific circumstances related to on-site safety and security and the fence is designed appropriately to minimize negative visual impacts to neighboring properties.

E. Double Fence/Walls. Double walls or fences are prohibited unless the Director finds that:

1. The existing fence is not adequate to provide basic privacy, safety, security, and it is not possible to remove the established fencing material; and

2. The new fence has been designed to allow access for maintenance and cleanout of the space between the two fences and minimizes the gap to the smallest extent possible to reduce the potential for rodents, debris accumulation, and other nuisance problems.

F. Fence and Wall Materials and Design.

1. Perimeter fencing utilized along a public street shall be constructed of material such as iron, pre-painted welded steel, brick, wood picket, or other similarly durable material.

2. Fence posts shall be set in concrete.

3. All wood fencing posts shall be either wood or galvanized metal covered in wood and stained with a semi-transparent or opaque treatment.

4. Each fence or wall adjacent to the public right -of-way shall be stained, painted, or treated with a graffiti-resistant coating.

5. Limitations on Chain-Link Fencing.

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a. Location. Chain-link fencing is prohibited in Residential and Downtown Zones. b. Visibility. Chain-link fencing shall not be located in a front or street side yard setback area, or where visible from the street, a State highway, or an adjacent Residential zone.

Exceptions may be granted by the Director in the IG and IF zones for powder coated chain link.

c. Exception. Welded horizontal and vertical "hog" wire or steel cable, that is supported by either a decorative capped stained wood fence frame or decorative welded tubular steel posts and frame, or other similarly architecturally designed fence, may be allowed as a fencing material, subject to Tier 1 Development Review.

6. Limitations on Concrete/Masonry Block.
a. Plain, concrete block is not permitted as a fencing or wall material along arterials and collectors, in any residential zone, or any area where walls are required as a condition of approval.
b. Concrete block must be finished with stucco or be of a decorative material and capped with a decorative cap. Other materials may be approved by the Director should the design provide an enhanced appearance.

7. Prohibited Fencing Materials. The following fence materials are prohibited in all zones a. Barbed wire or electrified security fence, except for security purposes as outlined in subsection F.7.f, Exception below.
b. Razor or concertina wire, climb -proof spikes, or other hazardous fencing in conjunction with a fence or wall, or by itself.
c. Electrified fence for animal control.
d. Improvised security materials such as broken glass or nails. e. Improvised materials such as plywood, particle board, paper, plastic tarp, cloth, or secondhand material not designed for fencing, or other similar material. f. Exception. An exception to fence types listed in subsection A or B may be considered for sites in Employment zones, in the CMU-Flex zone, and in the Regional Commercial Flex zone east of Quality Circle only, where the Director finds such fencing if necessary for security purposes. Exceptions shall be considered through a Development Review Tier 3, Zoning Administrator review process (see Section 17.100.070, Development Review Tier 3) and are subject to the following provisions:
i. Hazardous or electrified security fencing shall not be permitted within 100 feet of a residential property or facility where children are routinely present. ii. Hazardous or electrified security fencing shall be setback a minimum of 75 feet from any segment of Main Street. A setback exception may be considered along E. Main Street, east of Quality Circle, where existing semi -truck/trailer parking areas are located closer to Main Street. (Non -electrified security fencing that resembles electrified security fencing shall similarly be setback a minimum of 75 feet from any segment of Main Street, unless the encroaching portion is equal height with the exterior fence.)
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more than eight feet in height, subject to fence height regulations described in this chapter.
iv. Electrified security fencing shall meet all applicable standards as established in California Civil Code § 835.
v. Required warning signs shall be set at the maximum separation requirements established in California Civil Code § 835.
vi. Electrified security fencing shall not extend taller than eight feet in height within 80 feet of the front property line; and may not extend taller than 10 feet in height if setback further than 80 feet from the front property line. Non -electrified security fencing that resembles electrified security fencing shall at no time exceed eight feet in height and shall meet otherwise applicable fence setback requirements.

G. Entry Gateway. One entry gateway, trellis, arbor, or other entry or decorative feature is permitted in the required front yard or street facing side yard of each lot, provided that the maximum height or width of the structure does not exceed 10 feet and the maximum depth or width does not exceed six feet.

G.H. Flagpoles. No more than one flagpole per lot is p ermitted in residential zones. Residential flagpoles must be a minimum of 10 feet from any property line and shall not exceed the height of the primary home or 20 feet in height, whichever is less.

H.I. Temporary Fencing.

1. Temporary Construction Fencing. Temporary construction fencing may be required by the designated approving authority where necessary to protect trees or other sensitive features and the general public from construction activity during site preparation and construction.

Temporary fencing shall be removed after 90 days once construction is complete. See Section

12.48.130, Tree preservation of established trees, heritage oak trees, specimen trees and landmark trees as part of development projects or on vacant/undeveloped commercial and residential property.

2. Temporary Security Fencing. Temporary security fencing (including chain link) with a maximum height of six feet may be installed around the property lines of vacant property with approval from the Director. Properties shall be maintained in a condition free from weeds and litter.

I.J. Gates. All driveway gates shall be placed to allow adequate "throat depth" for all driveways to prevent vehicles from backing into the flow of traffic on the public street or causing unsafe conflicts with on -site circulation. The installation of driveway gates requires Development Review Tier 1 approval (see Section 17.100.050, Development Review Tier 1), and if they are electrically operated, a Building Permit is required (see Section 17.100.130, Building Permit).

J.K. Swimming Pool Fences. Swimming pools, spas, and other similar water features shall be fenced in compliance with the adopted Building Code.

K.L. Sound Walls. Wherever sound walls are required to mitigate sound impacts adjacent to streets, the following standards shall apply. These standards do not preclude the use of other innovative methods of project design utilizing greater setbacks, building design, or mounding.

1. Setbacks. Walls shall be set back a sufficient distance from the ultimate public street right -of- way in accordance with sound attenuation and landscaping. The area between the right -of-way and the wall shall include a public sidewalk and landscaping, including canopy street trees.

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and fences shall be made of durable materials, be graffiti resistant, and require limited ongoing upkeep and maintenance.

3. Height.
a. Walls shall be six feet in height along the roadway side, unless additional height is needed as documented by a noise study, required to conform to environmental mitigation measures, or the noise element of the General Plan.
b. Walls required to be greater than six feet in height shall be constructed utilizing soil mounding, or other techniques, to reduce the apparent height from the roadway. The mounds shall not exceed a 3:1 slope. Drainage shall be contained so that there is no sheet flow of water onto the sidewalk.

4. Maintenance. A funding method to provide for the long term, ongoing maintenance of the wall and landscaped area shall be submitted and approved by the City prior to the construction of the wall.

5. Walls adjacent to CalTrans Right -of-Way. Walls located adjacent to CalTrans rights -of-way shall utilize the CalTrans sound wall design criteria and the CalTrans standard construction drawings of approved sound wall types.

L.M. Screening of Outdoor Uses. All outdoor uses shall be adequately screened in accordance with Chapter 17.70, Screening Standards.

§ 17.64.040. Landscaping.

A. Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to:

1. Promote an attractive visual environment requiring permanently maintained landscaping;

2. Promote a transition between land uses and minimize or eliminate conflicts between potentially incompatible uses through landscaping; Soften the appearance of parking lots and other development;

3. Promote conservation and efficient use of water through proper plant selection and placement and to decrease high summer temperature by blocking heat and glare;

4. Provide opportunities for carbon sequestration;

5. Preserve existing established tree canopy; and

6. Implement the Water Conservation in Landscaping Act.

B. Applicability. The regulations of this section apply to all new development and improvement of existing uses in the City, including any construction, expansion, or improvement on private property, which requires the issuance of a Building Permit (see § 17.100.130, Building Permit) or other approval by the City. Specific applications are as follows:

1. New nonresidential projects, multifamily residential projects, and single -family residential subdivisions.

2. Modification to an existing nonresidential development project that proposes an increase in building square footage by 10% or more. In this case, the designated approving authority for design review shall evaluate the existing landscape to ensure compliance with applicable provisions of this chapter as deemed necessary.

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include new irrigated landscaping over 500 square feet.

4. Change of occupancy of an existing building requiring a change of occupancy permit as defined by the Building Code.

5. An unpaved area proposed to be used for parking.

6. The removal of existing trees on vacant/undeveloped, multi-unit, or nonresidential projects. See also Woodland Municipal Chapter 12.48, Trees.

7. Any other permit when the Director deems it necessary.

C. Permits Required.

1. A landscape plan is required in conjunction with project entitlement review identified in subsection B above.

2. Development Review Tier 1 (see § 17.100.050, Development Review Tier 1) is required for any new or rehabilitated landscaping.

D. Other Applicable Requirements. In addition to the provisions of this section:

1. California Green Buildings Standards Code (CalGreen);

2. California Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO);

3. California Plumbing Code (CPC) may apply to landscape plans at the time of plan review submittal for building, landscaping and/or plumbing permits. Where there is a conflict between CalGreen, MWELO, and CPC and this article, the state requirements prevail;

4. Development Engineering Post Construction Standards Plan;

5. Woodland Municipal Code Chapter 12.48, Trees; and

6. Woodland Municipal Code Chapter 13.32, Water Conservation.

E. Areas to be Landscaped. The following areas shall be landscaped and may count toward the total area of the site required to be landscaped by the zoning regulations.

1. Landscape Area Requirements. Minimum landscape area (net lot area) requirements by zone, inclusive of parking lot landscape requirements, are as follows:
a. R-H Zone. 20%.
b. CMU-WM, CMU-E, CMU-K, CMU-G, and CMU-F Zones. 10%.
c. CMU-A, CCMU, and NMU Zones. 15%.
d. RC-F Zone. 15%.
e. IF, IG, and BP Zones. 15%.

2. Required Front and Street-Facing Setbacks.
a. All required front and street -facing side setbacks, except for areas used for parking, exit and entry, shall be landscaped.

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b. Street Adjacent Walls and Fencing. A landscaping area shall be installed adjacent to that portion of the wall or fence that fronts a public street between the fence or wall and the property line. All plants shall be properly planted, irrigated, and maintained in accordance with § 17.64.040, Landscaping.
c. For additional landscape buffer requirements in the IF zone, see Section 17.56.0670.M, Additional Site Design Standards in Employment Zones (IF, IG, and BP).

3. Interior Side and Rear Common Property Lines.
a. Whenever a development is located adjacent to a zone with a lower maximum intensity, a landscape buffer planted with a mix of trees and shrubs shall be provided along the interior property lines. Tables 17.64.040.E -1, Required Common Property Line Buffers and

17.64.040.E-2, Common Property Line Buffer Types indicate when a buffer treatment is required and what type, based on the abutting zone.
b. Required screen planting shall have a 75% summer opacity and 60% winter opacity within three years of planting.

Table 17.64.040.E-1: Required Common Property Line Buffers Adjoining Zone

Zone

Public or Open
Space Zones

R-L or N-P Zone

R-LM, R-M,
and R-H Zone
Downtown or
Mixed-Use
Zone

Commercial
Zone

Employment
Zone
Public or Open Space
Zones
— Type 1 Type 1 Type 1 — —
R-L or N-P Zone — — — Type 1 Type 2 Type 2
R-LM, R-M, and R-H
Zone
Type 1 Type 1 — — Type 1 Type 2
Downtown or Mixed-
Use Zone
Type 2 Type 2 Type 2 — — Type 1
Commercial Zone Type 2 Type 2 Type 2 Type 1 — —
Employment Zone Type 2 Type 2 Type 2 Type 2 Type 2 —

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Trees per 100 linear feet of
Buffer
Shrubs per 100 linear feet
of Buffer
Buffer Yard
Type
Minimum
Width

Large
Small to
Medium

Large
Small to
Medium

Fencing
Type 1 10 ft 2 2 4 6 Wood or
masonry
Type 2 15 ft 2 3 6 8 Masonry

c. Alternative Buffering or Screening. Alternative means of achieving buffering or screening as required in Tables 17.64.040.E -1, Required Common Property Line Buffers and

17.64.040.E-2, Common Property Line Buffer Types may be considered by the Director or applicable approval authority provided the alternative will achieve the intended purpose for the buffering or screening. Alternative screening measures include, but are not limited to, landscaping, alternate window, and balcony placement, incorporating wing walls or louvers, using glass block or other translucent material, or building placement.

4. Building Perimeters. The portions of a nonresidential building that front a public street shall have one or more landscape planters installed along a minimum 20% of that building face. The minimum width of the planter shall be three feet or the entire distance between the building and the property line, whichever is less.
a. Exception. Not applicable to the DX zones.

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5. Interior Areas. All open areas in the interior of a project site shall be landscaped with appropriate plant materials and maintained in good condition as provided in this Code.

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for future phases of a phased development, shall be landscaped or hydro seeded. The Director may waive this requirement for areas planned for near-term future development.

7. Parking Areas. Parking areas as required by § 17.68.090, Parking Area Development and Design Standards.

F. Required Parking Area Landscaping.

1. Minimum Landscaped Area in Parking Areas. A minimum of six percent of the interior portion of a required parking area shall be landscaped in addition to any shading or other requirements.

2. Landscaping Between Parking Areas and Non -Residential Entrances. A landscaped area at least three feet in width is required between a non-residential entrance and abutting parking area.

3. Parking Area Landscaping along the Public Right-of-Way. a. Along the public right -of-way adjacent to any street front parking there shall be a minimum landscape strip eight feet wide.
b. Portions of the right -of-way landscape strip may be reduced to five feet when in the opinion of the Director the following conditions are met:
i. The total amount of required landscaping, as calculated by applying the eight -foot width requirement, is met along the same street frontage; ii. The reduction does not preclude the requirement for adequate shading or screening of the parking area; and
iii. The reduction in required width does not impede any other landscape requirement.

4. Minimum Planter Sizes Within Parking Areas.
a. For each tree, a minimum six -foot by six-foot tree well or a planting area a minimum six feet in width shall be provided in an island or finger. b. A planter strip, perpendicular to the cars or any planter island/finger, shall be a minimum of five feet by eight feet.
c. Planter dimensions are measured from the interior side of the curb. d. Where large shade tree species as defined in subsection G.16, Trees, below are proposed, fewer planter areas may be considered, subject to Director approval as long as resulting planter areas are larger, such as 12 feet in length by 12 feet in width, and provided that the shade tree requirements of subsection G, Landscape Plans are met.

5. Parking Lot Tree Planting Requirements.
a. Trees shall be staked with "Reddy Stake" or equal set 12 inches away from trunk on the prevailing wind side. Nursery stakes shall be removed when setting Reddy Stake. Stakes shall be removed once trees can stand by themselves.
b. The entire tree planting area shall be excavated to a depth of five feet. Planter shall be backfilled with native soil and necessary amendment prior to planting.

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G. Landscape Plans. A landscape plan showing compliance with the standards of this chapter shall be submitted with the permit application for all projects for which landscaping is required. The following may be required, as clarified in the application requirements, as part of the plan set subject to application submittal requirements and the Director's determination; landscape plan, landscape grading plan, irrigation plan, and shading plan.

1. Information Required. Landscape plans shall be drawn to scale and shall at a minimum include the following:
a. Proposed plant locations, species type and common name, sizes, quantities, growth rate, and water consumption factor.
b. Plants with similar water needs shall be grouped together on the landscape plan. The plant factor, established in the California Department of Water Resources study, Water Use Classification of Landscape Species (WUCOLS) shall be identified for all landscaped areas on site.
c. Proposed landscape features (mounds, stepping stones steppingstones, benches, sculptures, decorative stones, or other ornamental features) locations, dimensions, and materials.
d. Proposed landscape structures (sheds, trellises, arbors, gazebos, fire pits, fireplaces, built- in barbeques, decks, retaining walls, and seat walls) locations, dimensions, and materials. e. Location and diameter of any existing trees over six inches in diameter, as measured at 48 inches above natural grade, and whether such tree is proposed for retention or removal. f. Any erosion control or water runoff measures.
g. Shade coverage as required in subsection H, General Landscaping Requirements and subsection I, Shade Requirements. At minimum shade plans shall include:
i. All surface areas, trees drawn to scale representing canopy size at 15 years. ii. Percentage of the tree crown for each tree that will result in shading over the parking or right-of-way surface.
iii. Trees shall receive 25%, 50%, 75%, or 100% shading credit based on their location relative to paved surface. Where canopies overlap, they may not be counted twice.

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iv. Include a table identifying the quantity and type of trees used and the percentage of shade credited to each.
h. Planting details and methods of application shall be shown. i. Construction detail referencing shall be indicated.

2. Preparation by a Qualified Person. Landscaping for commercial projects and institutional projects and residential projects consisting of more than four units shall be prepared by a California Registered landscape architect. The architect shall indicate compliance with this chapter with a written statement on all prepared landscape construction plan sets and intended compliance on all preliminary or conceptual plans.

H. General Landscaping Requirements.

1. General.
a. Landscaping shall be designed as an integral part of the overall site plan with the purpose of enhancing building design, public views, and spaces, and providing buffers, transitions, and screening.
b. Planting design shall have focal points at project entries, plaza areas, and other areas of interest using distinct planting and/or landscape features. c. Required landscaped areas shall be planted with a combination of ground covers, shrubs, vines, and trees.
d. Landscaping may include incidental features such as stepping stones, benches, fountains, sculptures, decorative stones, or other ornamental features, placed within a landscape setting.
e. Landscaped areas may include paved or graveled surfaces, provided they do not cover more than 30% of the area required to be landscaped.
f. Garden areas and other areas dedicated to edible plants are considered landscaped areas and count toward required landscaping.

2. Required Water Efficient Plants. Plants shall be one of the following options to ensure that the landscape project meets water efficiency requirements as certified by a qualified landscape professional.
a. Option A: All Low Water Plants. Exclusive of edible garden areas, all plants and trees shall be low or very low water use (California Department of Water Resources, Water Use Classification of Landscape Species (WUCOLS) plant factor of 0.3). Option A is available for all residential, mixed-use, and non-residential areas. b. Option B: Primarily Low Water Plants. Exclusive of edible and decorative garden areas, at least 85% of the landscape area shall contain low or very low water use plants (average WUCOLS plant factor of 0.3). Option B is only available for residential-only areas. c. Option C: Water Use Calculation. The estimated total water use (ETWU) of the landscaping shall not exceed the maximum applied water allowance (MAWA), calculated pursuant to the State Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance (MWELO). Option C is available for all residential, mixed-use, and non-residential areas.

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i. Department of Water Resources Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance Compliance Required. Where Option C is selected, all requirements of the Department of Water Resources Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance shall apply.

3. Hydrozones. Plant materials shall be grouped in hydrozones in accordance with their respective water, cultural (soil, climate, sun, and light), and maintenance needs.

4. Drought-Tolerant Species. Drought tolerant species and California native species are to be used to the maximum extent possible over non-drought tolerant and nonnative species.

4.a. Climate-Adapted Plant Requirement. A minimum of seventy -five (75) percent of all non -turf plant materials used in required landscape areas shall be native species or selected from the list of approved low -water-use, climate -adapted plants as maintained by the Community Development Department.

5. Invasive Plants Prohibited. Plant species that are listed by the California Invasive Plant Council (CAL-IPC) as invasive are prohibited. Existing invasive plants and noxious weeds shall be removed.

6. Landscaping Adjacent to Paved Areas.
a. All landscaped areas located adjacent to driveways, loading areas, parking lots and sidewalks shall be protected along the parking lot side with curbs or wheel stops.

Alternative treatments may be considered.
b. A six-inch high curb with a 12 -inch wide concrete walkway shall be constructed along planters on end stalls adjacent to vehicle parking spaces.

7. Landscaping in Public Areas. Public landscaping, including street trees, shall comply with City Standard Specifications.

8. Preservation of Mature Trees. Existing mature trees on the site shall be preserved whenever it is possible and practical to do so. Site designs shall be prepared to preserve existing trees to the extent possible.

9. Heritage Oak Trees.
a. Applicant shall take measures to keep drainage flow around existing Heritage Oak Trees as close to natural state as possible.
b. Applicant shall take measures to preserve the area to at least one foot outside the dripline of existing heritage oak trees in a natural state.
c. Native oaks may be surrounded with a variety of shade-tolerant native plants or alternative planting, design, or materials at the Director's discretion and in consultation with the City's Arborist.

10. Mulch. A minimum three-inch layer of mulch shall be applied on all exposed soil surfaces of planting areas except in turf areas, creeping or rooting groundcovers, or direct seedling applications where mulch is contraindicated.

11. Compost. Compost at a rate of at least four cubic yards per 1,000 square feet to a depth of six inches into landscape area (unless contraindicated by a soil test) shall be incorporated.

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requirements are met. Additional planter spacing may be required. Areas designated for landscape-based stormwater treatment must satisfy the Stormwater Permit requirements of Chapter 8.08, Urban Stormwater Quality Management and Discharge Control.

13. Water Features. Recirculating water shall be used for all decorative water features.

14. Turf. Turf defined as a ground cover surface of mowed grass is subject to the following limitations.
a. No more than 25% of landscaped area may be turf.
b. Installation of turf on slopes greater than 25% is prohibited. c. Prohibited in locations that are less than 10 feet wide. d. Shall be heat tolerant and lowest water use species available. e. Synthetic turf material may be used in place of any proposed turf areas provided synthetic material is located a minimum of six feet from any tree.

15. Shrubs and Ground Covers. Plants shall be of the following size and spacing at the time of installation:
a. Ground Covers. Ground cover plants other than grasses must be at least a four -inch container size. Areas planted in ground cover plants other than grass seed or sod must be planted at a rate of one per 12 inches on center.
b. Shrubs. Spacing of shrubs shall be according to local conditions; the species, cultivars, or varieties used; and their mature height, spread and form. When planted to serve as a hedge or screen, shrubs shall be spaced at 75% of their mature length. i. Small Shrub. A small shrub shall have a mature height of three to less than five feet and shall be planted at a minimum from one-gallon containers. ii. Medium Shrub. A medium shrub shall have a height of between five and eight feet and shall be planted at minimum from five-gallon containers. iii. Large Shrub. A large shrub shall have a mature height of greater than eight feet and shall be planted at minimum from five-gallon containers.

16. Trees.
a. Required Trees. Trees shall be provided as follows:
i. R-L, R-LM, and N -P Zones. A minimum of two trees per frontage. If these are not provided in a landscaped parkway strip between the sidewalk and curb, they must be provided on private property and oriented to the street. Corner lots must provide four trees (two for each frontage) unless a lesser number is permitted by Director based on lot size/frontage limitations and/or dependent on mature canopy size of tree species.
ii. R-M and R-H Zones. A minimum of one tree per unit.
iii. Downtown and Mixed-Use Zones. A minimum of one tree per new residential unit. iv. Commercial Zones. A minimum of one tree for every 2,000 square feet of lot coverage.

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v. Employment Zones. Trees are only required in employment zones along the front or exterior side perimeter of a parcel. Trees required in other Sections of this Code, such as parking lot trees or street trees, may count toward this requirement provided the required shading is met.
b. Cumulative Requirement. Trees required in other parts of this Code, including shade requirements, shall apply in addition to these requirements. i. Where it is determined that it is not possible to place all required trees, an applicant may request that the Director allow planting in a nearby public facility or through payment of an in-lieu fee.
c. Tree Size. All required trees shall be a minimum of fifteen -gallon size. Trees shall be spaced 12 to 15 feet apart, or as otherwise approved by the Director. Spacing of trees shall be according to local conditions; the species, cultivars, or varieties used; and their mature height, spread and form. Newly planted trees shall be appropriately supported. i. Small Tree. A small tree shall have a mature height less than 25 feet and shall be at least one-inch in diameter at six inches above ground level. ii. Medium Tree. A medium tree shall have a mature height of between 25 and 45 feet and be at least 1.25 inch in diameter at six inches above ground level. iii. Large Tree. A large tree shall have a mature height of greater than 45 feet and be at least 1.5 inch in diameter at six inches above ground level. iv. Trees shall be spaced between 12 to 15 feet apart, regardless of tree size. v.iv. Appropriate planter sizing will be determined based on proposed tree sizing at maturity. If larger trees are proposed which have a larger canopy, the planter area shall be increased as needed for the larger tree.
d. Stakes. Trees shall be staked with metal stakes or equivalent as may be approved by the Director.

I. Shade Requirements.

1. Along a Public Right -of-Way. Trees shall be planted and spaced in order to achieve a 50% canopy cover after 10 years. The maximum spacing between trees shall be 35 feet on center and trees shall be drawn to scale representing canopy size at 10 years on a shade tree plan. Existing street trees located in the public right-of-way may be counted to meet this requirement.

2. Surface Parking Areas. Shade tree planting shall be installed to provide shade over 50% of the auto parking area within 15 years. All required parking is included in the total auto parking area calculation. Areas excluded from the total auto parking area are limited to:
a. The surface parking area covered by solar photovoltaic shade structures, or shade structures;
b. Truck loading in front of overhead doors;
c. Truck maneuvering and main access roads and driveways not used as back -up areas are exempt; and
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storage.

3. Other Interior Shade Requirements. All multi-unit residential and nonresidential projects shall provide the following in addition to the requirements of subsection E, Areas to be Landscaped. a. General Landscape Areas. Shade tree plantings shall be installed to provide shade of 50% of landscape areas within 15 years.
b. Hardscape Areas. Shade tree plantings shall be installed to provide shade of 50% of hardscape areas, not including parking areas, within 15 years.

J. Soil Testing. For landscape development projects of over 2,000 square feet a soil test shall be obtained to determine appropriate soil amenities and planting requirements.

K. Irrigation Specifications. An automatic irrigation system shall be installed that meets the following standards.

1. Irrigation of Parking Lot Shade Trees. All parking lot shade trees shall be irrigated with either a minimum of two deep watering tubes or drip rings, and in any case shall be on their own valve system separate from the general landscaping valves.

2. General Requirements.
a. All irrigation equipment must meet American National Standards Institute (ANSI), American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers/International Code Council (ASABE/ICC) 802-2014 or equal, "Landscape Irrigation Sprinkler and Emitter Standard." b. The following areas must be irrigated with subsurface irrigation or other means that produce no runoff or overspray.
i. Slopes exceeding 25%.
ii. Areas less than 10 feet wide in any direction.
c. The irrigation system must be designed to prevent runoff, low head drainage, overspray, or other similar conditions where irrigation water flows onto non -targeted areas such as adjacent property or hardscapes.
i. Irrigation systems must be designed for zero run-off onto paved surfaces unless that surface drains to another landscape area.
ii. Spray irrigation must be placed at least two feet from impervious surfaces unless that surface drains to another landscape area.
iii. Proper irrigation equipment and schedules, including features such a repeated cycle, must be used to closely match application rates to infiltration rates therefore minimizing runoff.
iv. Slopes greater than 25% must not be irrigated with an irrigation system with an application rate exceeding 0.75 inches per hour. Check valves shall be utilized. d. Sprinkler Heads. Where used, sprinkler heads must be selected for proper area coverage, application rate, operating pressure, adjustment capability, and ease of maintenance. i. Sprinkler heads and other emission devices must have matched precipitation rates,

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unless otherwise directed by the manufacturer's recommendations. e. Pressure Regulating Equipment. Pressure regulating valves or assemblies shall be installed to ensure that the dynamic pressure at each emission device is within the manufacture's recommended pressure range for optimal performance.
f. Controllers. Automatic control systems shall be required for all irrigation systems and must be able to accommodate all aspects of the design.
i. Automatic irrigation controllers must utilize either evapotranspiration or soil moisture sensor data, or rain sensing override devices. ii. Irrigation controllers must be of a type which does not lose programing data in the event the primary power source is interrupted.
g. Control Valves. Plants which require different amounts of water should be irrigated by separate valves.

L. Installation and Completion.

1. Consistency with Approved Plans. All landscaping must be installed consistent with approved plans and specifications, in a manner designed to promote and maintain healthy plant growth.

2. Timing of Installation. Required landscaping must be installed prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for the project.

3. Certification of Completion. Upon completion of the installation of the landscaping and irrigation system, a field observation shall be completed by the licensed project contractor. A certificate of completion shall be submitted to the City by the licensed project contractor. The certificate shall specifically indicate that the plants were installed as specified and that the irrigation system was installed as designed, along with a list of any deficiencies. a. Where Required Water Efficient Plan Option C: Water Use Calculation, was installed, the applicant shall submit a Certificate of Completion pursuant to the Department of Water Resources Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance.

M. Maintenance of Landscaping.

1. All required landscaping and structural features must be maintained in a healthy and attractive condition as determined by the City, and consistent with the approved landscape plan and Landscape Maintenance Agreement. Maintenance must include, but is not limited to, watering, fertilizing, weeding, cleaning, pruning, trimming, spraying, and cultivating.

2. Planting areas must be kept free from weeds, debris, undesirable materials which may be detrimental to public safety, drainage, or site appearance.

3. All plant materials must be maintained free from physical damage or injury arising from lack of water, chemical damage, insects, and diseases. Dying, decayed, untrimmed, or plant materials showing such damage shall be remedied, or replaced in kind consistent with an approved landscape plan.

4. Prior to the re -occupancy of a building with existing landscaping all portions of damaged or defective irrigation systems, dead, dying, or damaged ground cover, shrubs, and trees must be replaced. Where trees are approved for removal due to maintenance concerns, all portions of the

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tree, including truck and roots, shall be removed and stumps shall not be left in the landscape.

Trees removed shall be replaced where feasible consistent with approved landscape plan or as otherwise approved by Director.

5. At the discretion of the Director, the City can require financial security, per year, to ensure the maintenance of landscaping.

6. All landscaped areas in a public street, sidewalk, or right -of-way that is abutting a residential property shall be maintained by the adjoining property owner, unless it is maintained through another mechanism such as a Home Owner's Association or Community Facilities or Landscape District.

7. Landscaping within a yard shall not obstruct a public street, intersection, sidewalk, or right -or- way either physically or visually.

N. §17.64.040.N. Tree Protection During Construction.

1. Tree Protection Zone (TPZ). Prior to the commencement of any construction, demolition, or grading activities, a protective fence of at least four (4) feet in height shall be installed around every tree designated for preservation. The fence shall be located at the edge of the tree's dripline or as otherwise specified by a certified arborist and approved by the Director.

2. Prohibited Activities within TPZ. The following activities are strictly prohibited within the established Tree Protection Zone: storage of materials, equipment, or excavated soils; parking of vehicles or equipment; dumping of waste or toxic materials; attachment of signs or wires to trees; and any unapproved soil disturbance or grade changes.

3. Root Protection. Any excavation or trenching approved to occur within the TPZ shall be performed by hand or with the use of an air spade. The cutting of any root two (2) inches in diameter or greater is prohibited without prior approval from the Director.

4. Tree Protection: Trunk Wrapping Standards
a. Applicability. These standards shall apply to all trees subject to protection requirements during construction, demolition, or other site disturbance activities, unless otherwise specified by the City Arborist or designee.
b. Trunk Wrapping Requirements:
i. Wrapping Material. Tree trunks shall be wrapped with waddles (also known as fiber rolls or erosion control logs). The waddles shall be secured in place using snow fencing or an equivalent method to prevent displacement during installation and throughout the protection period.
ii. Wrapping Height. The waddle wrapping shall extend vertically from the base of the tree trunk to a minimum height of ten (10) feet.
iii. Vertical Supports. Two -by-four (2x4) lumber, or an approved alternative providing equivalent protection, shall be placed vertically around the circumference of the wrapped tree trunk. These vertical supports shall be spaced no more than four (4) inches apart on-center.
iv. Securing Method. The waddles and vertical two -by-fours shall be securely fastened to the tree trunk using non -damaging straps, such as rachet straps, or other approved methods that do not penetrate the tree bark.
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penetrating fasteners be used to attach protective materials directly to the tree trunk.

7.vi. Maintenance. All tree protection measures, including trunk wrapping, shall be maintained in good condition throughout the duration of the site disturbance activities and until final inspection and approval by the City Arborist or designee. Damage to or displacement of protective measures shall be repaired or replaced immediately.

§ 17.64.050. Outdoor Lighting and Illumination.

A. Purpose. The purpose of this section is to control outdoor lighting in order to maintain adequate visibility and safety, conserve energy, and protect against glare and excessive lighting. This section is intended to minimize outdoor artificial light that may have a detrimental effect on the environment, astronomical research, and enjoyment of the night sky. These provisions are also intended to reduce the unnecessary illumination of adjacent properties and the use of energy.

B. Applicability. The standards of this section apply to all new development and to exterior alterations and additions for multifamily residential, commercial, industrial, mixed-use, and public/quasi-public uses that involve replacement light fixtures or systems, except as provided below.

1. Exemptions. The following lighting is exempt from the provisions of this section. a. Public and private street lighting.
b. Athletic field lights used within a school campus or public park. c. Safety and security lighting for public facilities.
d. Construction and emergency lighting provided the lighting is temporary and discontinued immediately upon completion of the construction work or abatement of the emergency. e. Seasonal lighting displays related to cultural or religious celebrations.

C. Prohibitions. The following types of exterior lighting are prohibited.

1. Searchlights. The operation of searchlights for advertising purposes.

2. Mercury Vapor. Mercury vapor lights.

3. Other Light Types. Laser lights or any other lighting that flashes, blinks, alternates, or moves.

D. Outdoor Lighting Plans Required.

1. When Required. A preliminary outdoor lighting plan shall be submitted as part of each planning permit application, and a final plan shall be submitted as part of an application for a Building Permit (see § 17.100.130, Building Permit) for a new structure, an addition of 25% or greater, or modification or replacement of existing lighting. A final outdoor lighting plan is required for

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through the alteration of the existing building or construction of an additional structure may require the provision of on -site parking to serve the new dwelling units in accordance with Table

17.68.030-A: Required Parking in the Downtown and Mixed -Use Zones, and Table 17.68 -030.B:

Required Parking in the Residential and Nonresidential Zones, below.

§ 17.68.030. Required On-Site Parking Spaces.

A. Required On -Site Parking in the Downtown and Mixed -Use Zones. Required on-site parking spaces for the Downtown and Mixed -Use zones are indicated in Table 17.68.030.B -1, Required Parking in the Downtown and Mixed -Use zones. Required parking for any use not listed in Table

17.68.030.B-1, Required Parking in the Downtown and Mixed-Use Zones shall be the same as stated in Table 17.68.030.C-1, Required Parking in the Residential and Nonresidential Zones.

B. Existing Buildings In Downtown. Existing buildings which currently operate in the Downtown zones are exempt from the parking requirements set forth in this section, except that:

1. Off-street parking shall be required upon the expansion, addition, or change in use of existing buildings following accordance with §§ 17.68.020.B.1 and 17.68.020.C, Alterations that Increase the Number of Dwelling Units above; and

2. Where a residential unit did previously exist, no parking is required (for example, use of the upstairs portion of a downtown building).

Table 17.68.030.B-1: Required Parking in the Downtown and Mixed-Use Zones Downtown Zones
(DX-1, DX-2, DX-3,
and DX-4)

Mixed-Use Zones (CMU-WM, CMU-E, CMU-
K, CMU-A, CMU-F, CMU-G and CCMU)
New Residential Uses
Studio and 1 bedroom 1 space per unit 1 space per unit plus 1 additional guest space for every 5 units for projects greater than 4 units
2 bedrooms 1.25 spaces per unit 1.25 spaces per unit plus 1 guest space for every 5 units for projects greater than 4 units
3 or more bedrooms 1.5 spaces per unit 1.5 spaces per unit plus 1 guest space for every 5 units for projects greater than 4 units
Nonresidential Uses
Office 1 space per 500 square feet
Retail 1 space per 500 square feet
Restaurant 1 space per 500 square feet
All other non-residential
uses
1 space per 400 square feet

C. Required On-Site Parking in the Residential and Nonresidential Zones. Parking requirements for R-1, N-P, R-LM, R-M, R-H, RC-F, RC, IF, IG, BP, PF, OS, and FSA zones are indicated in Table

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Table 17.68.030.C-1: Required Parking in the Residential and Nonresidential Zones Residential Uses
Single-Family Dwelling (attached
and detached) and Duplexes
2 per dwelling unit, must be located in a garage.

Accessory Dwelling Unit See Section 17.84.030
Multi-Unit Dwelling (See § 17.68.050.A for Affordable Multi-Unit Dwellings) Studio and 1 bedroom 1.25 space per unit. At least 60% of all spaces must be covered. This requirement may be waived due to site
constraints, costs, or other factors as determined by the Director.
2 bedrooms 1.5 space per unit. Covered parking spaces are encouraged where feasible.
3 or more bedrooms 1.5 spaces per unit. Covered parking spaces are encouraged where feasible.

Single Room Occupancy 0.5 spaces per unit
Family Day Care, Large 1 per employee, plus an area for loading and unloading children, on or off-site. Required spaces and residential driveway for the primary residential use may be counted toward meeting these requirements.

Live/Work 1 per unit, or 1 for every 1,000 sq ft of floor area, whichever is greater.

Residential Care Facility, Large 2 spaces for the owner-manager; 1 for every 5 beds; and 1 for each non-resident employee
Residential Care Facility, Small None beyond what is required for the residential housing type (single-family dwelling, duplex, or multi-unit
dwelling)
Supportive and Transitional Housing None beyond what is required for the residential housing type (single-family dwelling, duplex, or multi-unit
dwelling)
Commercial Uses 1 per 300 sq. ft. or as determined by the Review Authority, unless otherwise specified below.

Automobile/Vehicle Sales and Services
Automobile Rental Office 1 per 250 sq ft office area plus spaces for all vehicles for rent
Automobile/Vehicle Sales and
Leasing, New
1 per 2,500 sq ft of lot area plus 2 per service bay
Automobile/Vehicle Service and
Repair (minor and major)
1 space plus 1.5 per service bay and 1 per 250 sq ft for of any retail or office on site
Farm/Agricultural Equipment
Sales, Service and Rental
1 per 2,500 sq ft of lot area plus 2 per service bay

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Table 17.68.030.C-1: Required Parking in the Residential and Nonresidential Zones

Fueling Station 1.5 per bay if service bays are included on site; 1 per 250 sq ft of any retail and/or office on site. Parking spaces provided for fueling stations shall not count toward
meeting parking standards.

Large Vehicle and Equipment Sales 1 per 2,500 sq. ft. of lot area plus 2 per service bay Tire Retreading and Capping 1 space plus 1.5 per service bay and 1 per 250 sq ft for of any retail or office on site
Washing (full service) 0.5 per service bay plus 1 per 250 per sq ft of indoor sales, office, or lounge area
Washing (self service) 0.5 per service bay
Eating and Drinking Establishments
Bar/Nightclub/Lounge, Brewpub,
Microbrewery, Micro-Distillery
1 per 100 sq ft of floor area
Restaurant, Full Service 1 per 150 sq ft of floor area plus 1 per 150 of outdoor dining areas over 300 square feet.

Restaurant, Limited Counter
Service/Fast Causal Food
1 per 250 sq ft of floor area. For drive-through
establishments, see § 17.84.160.

Tasting Room 1 per 100 sq ft of floor area
Lodging
Bed and Breakfast 1 per guest room and 1 manager's space Boarding House 1 per sleeping room or 1 per 2 guest/resident beds, whichever is greater
Hotel and Motel 1 per guest room and 1 manager's space
Office Uses
Business, Professional, and
Technology
1 per 400 sq ft of floor area
Medical and Dental Offices 1 per 300 sq ft of floor area of lab, x-ray, or similar specialty plus five parking spaces per each doctor
Personal Services
General Personal Services 1 per 400 sq ft of floor area, or 2 per service room or function plus 2 for administrative staff, whichever is
greater
Instructional Services 1 per 250 sq ft of public or instruction area Recreation, Fitness and Entertainment
Cinema/Theater 1 per 5 seats in the main assembly area, or 1 for every 50 sq ft of assembly area for group activities or where temporary or movable seats are provided, whichever is greater.

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Indoor Entertainment Facility 1 space per 400 sq ft of floor area open to the public Indoor Sports and Recreation
(small-scale and large-scale)
1 space per 400 sq ft of floor area open to the public
Outdoor Sports and Recreation
Facility
1 space per 400 sq ft of floor area open to the public
Retail
General Retail Sales 1 per 400 sq ft, max. 1 per 300 sq ft Grocery Store 1 per 400 sq ft, max. 1 per 300 sq ft
Large Format Retail Sales 1 per 400 sq ft, max. 1 per 300 sq ft Nursery and Garden Center 1 per 500 sq ft of floor area, plus 1 per 2,000 sq ft of outdoor display area
Residential Limited Retail None
Public/Institutional 1 per 250 sq ft or as determined by the Review Authority, unless otherwise specified below
Colleges and Trade Schools 1 per 5 members of the school population, (including students, faculty, and staff) based on maximum enrollment.

Community and Religious Assembly 1 per 5 seats in the main assembly area, or 1 for every 50 square feet of assembly area for group activities or where temporary or movable seats are provided, whichever is
greater.

For auxiliary classrooms, 1 space per classroom.

Community Garden None
Cultural Facility 1 space per 400 sq ft of floor area open to the public Day Care Center 1 per employee, 3 per classroom/instructional care room, plus 2 loading spaces up to 100 students; greater than 100 students additional loading/unloading spaces required per the Zoning Administrator.

Emergency Shelter 1 per 500 sq ft
Hospitals and Clinics
Hospitals 1 per 1.5 beds, plus 1 per 300 square feet of area used for office, clinics, testing, research, administration, and similar activities associated with the principal use.

Skilled Nursing Facility 1 for every 7 residents plus 1 for each live-in caregiver.

Facilities serving more than 15 residents shall also provide 1 space for each caregiver, employee, and doctor on-site at any one time.

Clinic 1 per exam room, plus 1 per 300 square feet of area used for office, clinics, testing, research, administration, and similar activities with the principal use.

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School To be determined by the Zoning Administrator based on use, facilities, and location
Social Service Center/Daytime
Service Facility
1 per 350 square foot of floor area
Industrial, Transportation,
Communications, and Utilities
Uses
1 per 2,000 sq ft or as determined by Review Authority, unless otherwise specified below
Building Materials and Supply 1 per 500 sq ft of floor area, plus 1 per 2,000 sq ft of outdoor display area.

Food Preparation 1 per 500 sq ft of floor area
Industrial (heavy, light, and medium) 1 per 2,000 sq ft of use area plus 1 per 300 sq ft of office area
Recycling Processing Facility 1 for each 2 employees on the maximum work shift, or 1 per 1,000 sq ft of floor area, whichever is greater.

Research and Development 1 per 600 sq ft of manufacturing and assembly, 1 per 300 sq ft of office, 1 per 2000 sq ft of warehouse, and 1 per 800 sq ft of laboratory.

Warehousing, Storage, Logistics and Distribution
Chemical or Mineral Storage 1 per 2,500 sq ft up to 10,000 sq ft, plus 1 per 5,000 sq ft over 10,000 sq ft, plus 1 per 300 sq ft of office area.

Indoor Warehousing and Storage,
Logistics and Distribution
1 per 2,500 sq ft up to 10,000 sq ft, plus 1 per 5,000 sq ft over 10,000 sq ft, plus 1 per 300 sq ft of office area.

Personal Storage Warehouse
Facility
1 per 50 storage units plus one manager space
Light Fleet Based Services 1 per 300 sq ft of office plus 1 truck parking space for each delivery vehicle on-site

D. Parking Requirements for Uses Not Specified. When parking requirements for a use are not specifically stated, the parking requirement for such use shall be determined by the Director, based on the requirement from the most comparable listed use in this Code.

§ 17.68.040. General Provisions.

A. Calculation of Required Spaces. The number of required parking spaces shall be calculated according to the following:

1. Fractional Spaces. When calculations determining the number of required parking spaces result in a fractional space, any fraction over one-half shall require one additional parking space.

2. Floor Area. Where an on-site parking or loading requirement is stated as a ratio of parking spaces to floor area, the floor area is assumed to be gross floor area, unless otherwise stated.

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CHAPTER 17.70

SCREENING STANDARDS

§ 17.70.010. Purpose and Applicability.

A. Purpose. The specific purposes of the screening regulations are to minimize the visual impacts of on-site service, storage, and equipment.

B. Applicability. This chapter applies to the following:

1. All on -site ground -mounted and roof -mounted mechanical, electrical, and other equipment related to utilities. Equipment to be screened includes but is not limited to, heating and/or air conditioning units, water tanks, valves, all back flow prevention devices, solar and photovoltaic panels, and transformers, above-ground storage tanks, and generators.

2. All on-site outdoor service yards and work areas.

3. Open storage of goods, materials, machines, equipment and vehicles, or parts outside of a building for more than 72 hours.

4. Exceptions.
a. Temporary storage of materials reasonably required for construction work on the premises pursuant to a valid building or grading permit.
b. Outdoor sales or uses that by their nature provide outdoor storage, such as auto, trailer, and boat dealers, and equipment rental specified as an allowed land use in the applicable base zone.

§ 17.70.020. Mechanical and Electrical Equipment and Utilities.

A. Location of Equipment.

1. Utilities, particularly if noise producing, shall be located away from private and common open space areas, and shall not be located within the front setback of any residential zone, excluding public utilities, unless sufficiently screened to the satisfaction of the Director.

2. Backflow prevention devices shall not be located within the public right -of-way or along primary pedestrian streets unless required by the Fire Department or Public Works Department.

B. Screening and Visibility Requirements. All exterior mechanical and electrical equipment and utilities shall be screened or incorporated into the design of buildings so as not to be visible from public rights-of-way or adjacent Residential zones.

C. Rooftop-Mounted Equipment Screening. Roof mounted mechanical equipment shall be screened in compliance with the following standards:

1. To the extent possible equipment shall be placed in wells, or behind parapet walls.

2. Screening materials may be solid concrete, wood, or other opaque material and shall effectively screen the mechanical equipment so that it is not visible from a public street;

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terms of colors, materials, and architectural styles;

4. Mechanical equipment must be screened from the perspective of the adjacent public streets, right-of-way, and/or sidewalk.

D. Ground-Mounted Equipment Screening. Equipment shall be located underground where feasible or screened from the public right -of-way by landscaping, berms, decorative fencing and/or masonry walls, and/or solid building elements that are architecturally compatible and complementary with the structure and overall project in terms of materials, color, shape, and size rather than after -the-fact add-on screening (e.g., metal slats). Exceptions may be granted by the Director where screening is infeasible due to health and safety or utility requirements. See § 17.84.070.B.4 for location requirements for ground-mounted solar equipment.

FIGURE 17.70.020.D-1: SCREENING OF MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL

EQUIPMENT

§ 17.70.030. Service Areas.

A. Commercial Loading Docks and Service Areas. Loading docks and storage areas shall be screened from public view and adjoining streets and rights -of-way and residentially zoned areas. The method of screening shall be architecturally compatible with other on -site development in terms of colors, materials, and architectural style. Exceptions may be considered through Development Review for sites with unique characteristics (e.g., shallow depth, narrow lot).

B. Screening of Outdoor Trash Enclosures/Recycle Containers. Trash receptacles including recycling and green waste containers shall not be stored within a required front or street side yard, when feasible, and shall be screened from the public right -of-way. See § 17.64.080, Refuse and Recycling Enclosures for trash enclosure design standards.

C. Outdoor Equipment and Work Areas. Work bays and related equipment for materials other than plants shall be enclosed and screened from view from the public right-of-way and abutting property by a solid fence or wall. All gates provided for ingress and egress in any required fence or wall shall be at least six feet in height and shall be of view obstructing construction in compliance with § 17.64.110, Visibility at Intersections.

§ 17.70.040. Outdoor Storage Areas.

A. All uses or activities shall be conducted wholly within completely enclosed buildings, and no outdoor storage shall be allowed between the primary building and the sidewalk or street, except as may be provided as a specified land use in allowed use tables of Division II, Zone Regulations.

B. All allowed on -site outdoor storage areas shall be screened from view from any public street or freeway; existing or planned Residential zone; or publicly accessible open space area, parking area, access driveway, or similar thoroughfare.

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C. Location of Outdoor Storage Areas.

1. Outdoor storage may only be allowed in conjunction with and as an accessory use to an existing business with an active business license. Primary use outdoor storage or truck parking lot is not permitted.

2. Outdoor storage may not be located within any required front or street side yard.

3. If outdoor storage is adjacent to a residential district, a Zoning Administrator Permit is required (see § 17.100.090, Zoning Administrator Permit).

D. Surfacing. Outdoor storage areas must be surfaced (paved and/or treated) to mitigate potential dust, and debris on public roadways. In making a determination regarding the type of surfacing, the following shall be taken into consideration:

1. The type of product being stored and frequency of use and movement of goods, vehicles, and materials.

2. Surrounding sensitive uses, such as residential, schools, day care, industrial food preparation, research and technology uses requiring clean facilities.

3. If the surfacing will conform to all applicable Federal and State air and water quality standards.

4. Driveway access and employee parking must be paved and landscaped as required in Chapter

17.68, Parking and Loading.

E. Screening. All materials and outdoor storage areas must be fully screened so as not to be visible from any rights-of-way and shall be located below fence height, wall, or building.

1. All outside industrial storage areas must be screened from all public rights-of-way and adjacent commercial or residential properties to a height of eight feet. Screening height and location may be modified for security reasons with the concurrence of the Director and the Police Chief.

2. The screening shall be a combination of appropriate wall or fence materials and landscaping, or of a substantially equivalent material appropriate to the district and location. See § 17.64.030, Fences, Walls, and Hedges.

3. Where applicable, screen planting shall be designed to achieve a 75% summer opacity and 60% winter opacity within three years of planting.

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CHAPTER 17.72
SIGNS

§ 17.72.010. Purpose.

This chapter regulates signs in a manner that expresses the character and environment of the City of Woodland and implements the General Plan, consistent with State and Federal law. These regulations recognize the importance of business activity to the economic vitality of the City as well as the need to protect the visual environment. This chapter promotes the public health, safety, and welfare through a comprehensive system of reasonable, effective, consistent, content -neutral, and nondiscriminatory sign standards and requirements. More specifically, this chapter is intended to:

A. Ensure that all signs are compatible with the unique character and environment of the City, and that they support the desired ambience and development patterns of the various districts and historic areas within the City;
B. Balance public and private objectives by allowing adequate avenues for both commercial and noncommercial messages;
C. Allow signs to serve as an effective channel of communication while preventing signs that may create visual clutter, or nuisance to nearby properties, violate privacy, or create hazards or unreasonable distractions for pedestrians and drivers;
D. Prevent property damage, personal injury, and litter caused by signs that are improperly constructed or maintained;
E. Protect and improve property values, the local economy, and quality of life by preserving and enhancing the appearance of the streetscape;
F. Encourage creative and innovative approaches to signage within an established framework; and G. Provide clear and unambiguous sign design standards that enable the fair and consistent enforcement of these sign regulations, and
H. Ensure that the constitutionally guaranteed right of free speech is protected.

§ 17.72.020. Applicability.

A. This chapter applies to all signs within the City regardless of their nature or location, unless otherwise specifically exempted in subsection F, Exempt Signs.

1. Standards for permanent signs are found in § 17.72.050, Standards for Permanent Signs.

2. Standards for temporary signs are found in § 17.72.060, Standards for Temporary Signs.

B. The provisions of this chapter shall be applied in a content -neutral manner. Non -communicative aspects of all signs, not related to the content of the sign, shall comply with the provisions of this chapter. "Noncommunicative aspects" include the time, place, manner, location, size, height, illumination, spacing, and orientation of signs.

C. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prohibit a person from holding a sign while picketing or protesting on public property that has been determined to be a traditional or designated public forum, so long as the person holding the sign does not block ingress and egress from buildings, create a

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safety hazard by impeding travel on sidewalks, in bike or vehicle lanes, or on trails, or violate any other reasonable time, place, and manner restrictions adopted by the City.

D. All regulations included in this chapter shall apply unless a Master Sign Program is approved by the Planning Commission; see § 17.72.030.C. Entry into an agreement between the City and a developer for a Master Sign Program may supersede this chapter, except for matters of public safety.

E. Substitutions and Interpretations.

1. This chapter is not intended to, and does not, restrict speech on the basis of its content, viewpoint, or message. No part of this chapter shall be construed to favor commercial speech over noncommercial speech. A noncommercial message may be substituted for any commercial or noncommercial message displayed on a sign, or the content of any noncommercial message displayed on a sign may be changed to a different noncommercial message, without the need for any approval or permit, provided that the size of the sign is not altered and the sign otherwise complies with the provisions of this chapter. To the extent any provision of this chapter is ambiguous, the term will be interpreted not to regulate on the basis of the content of the message.

2. This chapter applies to all signs within the City. When there is any question regarding the interpretation of a provision of this chapter, or its application to any specific case or situation, the Director shall interpret the intent of this chapter.

3. All regulations included in this chapter shall apply unless a Master Sign Program is approved by the Planning Commission; see § 17.100.140 Sign Permit —Permanent Signs. Entry into agreement between the City of Woodland and a developer for a Master Sign Program may supersede this chapter except for matters of public safety.

F. Exempt Signs. The following are not regulated under this chapter, do not count toward the maximum total sign area for all permanent signs, and do not require a Sign Permit:

1. Government Signs. Any sign, posting, notice or similar signs placed, installed, or required by law by a City, County, or a Federal or State governmental agency in carrying out its responsibility to protect the public health, safety, and welfare, including the following:
a. Numerals and letters identifying an address from the street to facilitate emergency response and compliant with City requirements,
b. Emergency and warning signs necessary to warn of dangerous and hazardous conditions and that serve to aid public safety or civil defense,
c. Traffic signs erected and maintained by an authorized public agency, d. Signs required to be displayed by any applicable Federal, State, or local law, regulation, or ordinance,
e. Signs directing the public to points of interest, and f. Signs showing the location of public facilities;

2. Incidental Signs. Incidental signs not to exceed a total of three square feet in sign area for all permanent signs in the R-1 and N-P zones and six square feet in all other zones;

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way, including:
a. Signs or displays located entirely inside of a building, within a courtyard, open -air pedestrian space or similar open area and not visible from the building's exterior, b. Signs intended to be readable from within a parking area or City park but not readable beyond the boundaries of the lot or parcel upon which they are located or from any public right-of-way; and

4. Historic Plaques and Commemorative Signs. Historic plaques, memorial signs or tablets, or signs indicating the names of buildings and dates they were erected, either attached to or cut into the surface of buildings, provided that no such sign exceeds four square feet in area.

§ 17.72.030. Sign Permits.

The procedures for submittal, review, and approval of permanent signs and for a Master Sign Program, inclusive of any required fees, are established in the following Sections:

A. Section 17.100.140, Sign Permit —Permanent Signs, for all permanent building -mounted and freestanding signs;
B. Section 17.100.150, Sign Permits—Master Sign Program, for all Master Sign Programs; and C. A Sign Permit is not required for a sign on property used exclusively for a single-family residence or duplex.

D. Nonstructural Modifications and Maintenance. A Sign Permit is not required for the following:

1. Changes to the face or copy of changeable copy signs;

2. Changes to the face or copy of an existing single-tenant or multi-tenant freestanding or building- mounted nonilluminated sign from one business to another with no structural or lighting modifications to the sign; and

3. The normal repair and maintenance of conforming or legal nonconforming signs, except as identified in § 17.72.040.K, Sign Maintenance.

§ 17.72.040. General Standards for All Signs.

A. Sign Message. Any permitted sign may contain, in lieu of any other message or copy, any lawful noncommercial message, so long as the sign complies with the size, height, area, location, and other requirements of this chapter.

B. Location Standards. All signs may not be placed in the following locations or manner, except where specifically authorized in this chapter:

1. Architectural Features. Areas where a sign would cover the architectural features of a building, such as dormers, insignias, pilasters, soffits, transoms, trims, windows, or another architectural feature;

2. Accessory Structures. Tacked, painted, pasted, or otherwise affixed, to the walls of any building, barn or shed, accessory structure, or on trees, poles, posts, fences, ladders, or other

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structures that are visible from a public way. Signs may be attached to a fence or freestanding wall only when a ground sign is not present in the development and must be maximum three square feet in sign area;

3. Clearance Standards. Within the horizontal or vertical clearance standards from communications lines and energized electrical power lines prescribed by the laws of the State of California;

4. Fences and Walls. A fence or freestanding wall if a freestanding sign is present on the development;

5. Fuel Tanks, Storage Containers, and Solid Waste Receptacles. Painted, attached, or mounted on fuel tanks, storage containers and/or solid waste receptacles or their enclosures, except for a manufacturer's or installer's identification sign, appropriate warning signs and placards, and information required by law;

6. Off-Premises. Off the premises to which the sign refers, except as provided in § 17.72.060, Standards for Temporary Signs;

7. Public Utilities and Infrastructure. Any sign attached to any public utility pole, structure or streetlight, tree, fence, fire hydrant, bridge, curb, sidewalk, park bench, statue, memorial, or other location on public property, except those signs approved as part of a Special Event Permit on City property or banner signs permitted by the City on light poles within the City;

8. Right-of-Way. Within, on, or projecting over public property including City rights -of-way, except as specifically provided in this chapter;

9. Signs Mounted on a Roof. Except as allowed in Table 17.72.050.C -9: Standards for Roof - Mounted Signs; and

10. Vehicles. Mounted, attached, or painted on a trailer, boat, or motor vehicle when parked, stored, or displayed conspicuously on private premises in a manner intended to attract attention of the public for the purpose of advertising or identifying the business premises. This provision excludes signs indicating the name of the owner or business that are permanently painted or wrapped on the surface of the vehicle, adhesive vinyl film affixed to the interior or exterior surface of a vehicle window, or signs magnetically attached to motor vehicles or rolling stock that are actively used in the daily conduct of the business. Vehicles must be operable and parked in a lawful or authorized manner.

C. Parking of Mobile Billboards Prohibited. No person shall park or convey any mobile billboard advertising display as defined by this Zoning Code, either standing alone or attached to a motor vehicle, upon any public street or public lands in the City.

1. Removal of Mobile Billboard Advertising Displays Authorized. Pursuant California Vehicle Code § 22651(v) and (w), a peace officer, or any regularly employed and salaried employee of the City, who is authorized to engage and is engaged in directing traffic or enforcing parking laws and regulations may remove, or cause to be removed, the mobile billboard, or anything that the mobile billboard is attached to including a motor vehicle, located within the territorial limits of the City when the mobile billboard is found upon any public street or any public lands, if all of the following requirements are satisfied:
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display was previously issued a warning notice or citation for the same offense; b. A warning notice or citation was issued to a first -time offender at least 24 hours prior to the removal of the vehicle or display. The City is not required pursuant to California Vehicle Code § 22651(v)(2) and (w)(2) to provide further notice for a subsequent violation prior to enforcement; and
c. The warning notice or citation advised the registered owner of the vehicle or display that he or she may be subject to penalties upon a subsequent violation of this Zoning Code that may include removal of the vehicle or display.

2. Permanent Advertising Signs Excepted. Pursuant to California Vehicle Code § 21100(p)(2) and (p)(3), this section does not apply to advertising signs that are permanently affixed in a manner that is painted directly upon the body of a motor vehicle, applied as a decal on the body of a motor vehicle, or placed in a location on the body of a motor vehicle that was specifically designed by a vehicle manufacturer for the express purpose of containing an advertising sign, such that they are an integral part of, or fixture of a motor vehicle for permanent decoration, identification, or display and that do not extend beyond the overall length, width, or height of the vehicle.

3. Post Storage Impound Hearing. California Vehicle Code § 22852 of the California Vehicle Code applies to this section with respect to the removal of any mobile billboard advertising display vehicle. California Vehicle Code § 22852 is incorporated by reference as if set forth in full by this Zoning Code and provides, in summary, that whenever an authorized employee of the City directs the storage of a vehicle, the City shall direct the storage operator to provide the vehicle's registered and legal owner(s) of record, or their agent(s), with the opportunity for a post-storage hearing to determine the validity of the storage. Notice of the storage shall be mailed or personally delivered to the registered and legal owner(s) within 48 hours, excluding weekends, as specifically provided for under California Vehicle Code § 22852. To receive a post-storage hearing, the owner(s) of record, or their agent(s), must request a hearing in person, in writing, or by telephone within 10 days of the date appearing on the notice. The City may authorize its own officer or employee to conduct the hearing as long as the hearing officer is not the same person who directed the storage of the vehicle.

4. Violations and Penalties. A violation of this section is a misdemeanor, punishable upon conviction by a fine of not less than $250, nor more than $1,000, or by imprisonment in the County Jail for not more than six months, or by both fine and imprisonment. At the discretion of any person authorized by the Chief of Police to issue a citation for any violation of this section, or the City Attorney's office, a violation of this section may be an infraction enforced through the parking penalty process set forth in California Vehicle Code § 40200 et seq.

D. Display Standards. This subsection regulates the manner in which signs convey their messages by specifying prohibited display features that create distractions to the traveling public and create visual clutter that mar the natural and architectural aesthetics of the City. Signs with the following display features are prohibited:

1. Devices Affected by Movement. Any sign animated by any means, including fixed aerial displays, balloons, pennants, spinners, including strings of flags, streamers, tubes, or other devices affected by the movement of the air or other atmospheric or mechanical means;

2. Exposed Light Source. Any sign with an exposed light source, except for neon LED strip lights incorporated into the design of the sign;

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3. Flashing Lights. Any sign or lighting device, whether on the exterior of a building or on the inside of a window which is visible beyond the boundaries of the lot or parcel, or from any public right-of-way, with intermittent, flashing, rotating, blinking, or strobe light illumination, including search lights;

4. Fluorescent Colors. Any sign which uses fluorescent colors;

5. Rotating Signs and Barber Poles. Any sign in which the sign body or any portion of the sign rotates, moves up and down, or any other type of action involving a change in position of the sign body or any portion of the sign, whether by mechanical or any other means. Barber poles no larger than three feet high and 10 inches in diameter, and clocks, are excepted from this restriction;

6. String of Lights. Strings of lights arranged in the shape of a product, arrow, or any commercial message; and

7. Visible Matter and Motion Picture Projection. Any sign which emits sound, odor, smoke, laser or hologram lights, or other visible matter, including any sign that uses motion picture projection.

E. Signs that Create a Traffic Hazard or Affecting Pedestrian Safety. All signs may not be placed in locations or manner that constitute a safety hazard or to impede the public use of the public right -of- way, except where specifically authorized in this chapter:

1. Conflict with Traffic Signs. Any location that obstructs the view of any authorized traffic sign, signal, or other traffic control device or which by reason of shape, color, or position interferes with or could be confused with any authorized traffic signal or device;

2. Exits and Entrances. Any sign which is placed in a manner that would prevent or inhibit free ingress to or egress from any door, window, vent, or any exit way required by the Building Code or by Fire Department regulations;

3. Intersections. Any sign erected or maintained at or near any street intersection that will obstruct the free and clear vision of drivers and pedestrians;

4. Sidewalks. Any sign mounted or displayed in such a manner that it blocks or impedes the normal pedestrian use of public sidewalks. A minimum width of four feet must be maintained on sidewalks at all times; and

5. Site Visibility Triangle. Within the site visibility triangle as defined in § 17.64.110, Visibility at Intersections, that must be observed at all street intersections and the intersections of dedicated alleys or driveways with streets.

F. Prohibited Sign Types.

1. Any sign which advertises a business that is a prohibited use or no longer in existence or a product or service no longer being sold;

2. Bandit signs;

3. Cabinet signs, except as allowed for cabinet logo signs that are a maximum of 4 square feet in area or otherwise proportional to sign lettering on site, as approved by the Director;

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4. Feather banner signs, except as provided in § 17.72.060, Standards for Temporary Signs;

4.5. One-dimensional signage, except as all owed for window signage, temporary signage, and painted signage;

6. Digital/Electronic message signs, including but not limited to LED, LCD, or similar electronic message boards, are prohibited in all zoning districts except as expressly provided below: gas price display on service station monument signage, and except as allowed in § 17.72.050.D.2, Digital Billboard Signs;
a. Fuel Price Displays at Service Stations. Digital signs may be used solely to display gasoline or diesel fuel prices on monument signs located on the premises of legally established service stations. Such signs shall comply with all applicable size, height, and illumination standards, and shall not include any other digital content. b. Public Facilities. Digital display signs may be permitted for public facilities, including hospitals and large-scale medical clinics, subject to the review and written approval of the Director. Digital signs must be tuned off during non -business hours and shall not shine into adjacent residential or other sensitive uses. The Director may impose co nditions related to the size, location, duration, brightness, and content to ensure compatibility with surrounding land uses and to minimize visual impacts.

5.c. Digital Billboard Signs, as described in Section 17.72.050.D.2, Digital Billboard Signs;

6.7. Nondigital billboards;

7.8. Pole signs;

8.9. Signs installed on the roof of a building or structure, except as allowed in § 17.72.050.C.9, Roof-Mounted Signs;

9.10. Signs which bear or contain statements, words, or pictures of an obscene nature;

10.11. Sign walkers;

11.12. Statutory signs; and

12.13. Stuffed or inflated animals or characters used as signs.

G. Rules of Measurement.

1. Sign Area Measurement. Sign area is measured as follows:
a. Signs on Background Panel. Where the sign copy is mounted, affixed, or painted on a background panel or distinctively painted, textured, or constructed surface, the sign area is measured as the sum of the smallest rectangle(s) that will enclose both the sign copy and the background, as shown in Figure 17.72.040.G-1: Signs on Background Panel.

FIGURE 17.72.040.G-1: SIGNS ON BACKGROUND PANEL

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b. Signs with Individual Letters. Where the sign has individual letters or graphics mounted against a wall, fascia, mansard, parapet, or other building surface that has not been distinctively painted, textured or constructed as a background panel, the sign area is measured as a sum of the smallest rectangle(s) that will enclose each word and each graphic in the total sign except for the descending elements of lower case letters, as shown in Figure 17.72.040.G-2: Signs with Individual Letters. Sign area for individual letters or graphics shall be counted as 75% of the area enclosing the sign copy.

FIGURE 17.72.040.G-2: SIGNS WITH INDIVIDUAL LETTERS

c. Irregular Shaped Signs. Sign area for irregular shaped signs is determined by dividing the sign into the smallest squares, rectangles, triangles, circles, or arcs that enclose each word or graphic in the sign, as shown in Figure 17.72.040. G-3: Irregular Shaped Signs.

FIGURE 17.72.040.G-3: IRREGULAR SHAPED SIGNS

d. Multi-Face Signs. The sign area for multi-face signs, as shown in Figure 17.72.04 -0.G-4:

Multi-Face Signs, are measured as follows:
i. Two-Face Signs. Where the interior angle between the two sign faces is 45° or less and the sign faces are less than 42 inches apart, the sign area is measured as the area of one sign face only. Where the angle between the two sign faces is greater than 45° the sign area is the sum of the areas of the two sign faces. ii. Three- or Four-Face Signs. The allowable sign area is measured as 50% of the sum of the areas of all sign faces.

FIGURE 17.72.040.G-4: MULTI-FACE SIGNS

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2. Sign Height Measurement.
a. Freestanding Signs. Sign height for freestanding signs is measured as the vertical distance from the finished grade to the top of the sign.

FIGURE 17.72.040.G-5: FREESTANDING SIGN HEIGHT

i. Higher Than Adjacent Grade. Where the grade at the base of a sign is higher than the grade of the adjacent road right-of-way, sign height is measured from the base of the sign, as shown in Figure 17.72.04.G -6: Freestanding Sign Height, Higher than Adjacent Grade.

FIGURE 17.72.040.G-6: FREESTANDING SIGN HEIGHT, HIGHER

THAN ADJACENT GRADE

ii. Lower Than Adjacent Grade. Where the grade at the base of a sign is lower than the grade of an adjacent road right -of-way, the height of the sign is measured from the top of curb elevation, as shown in Figure 17.72.040.G-7: Freestanding Sign Height, Lower than Adjacent Grade (the portion of the sign below the grade at the edge of the right-of-way shall not be included in determining the sign's overall height).

FIGURE 17.72.040.G-7: FREESTANDING SIGN HEIGHT, LOWER THAN

ADJACENT GRADE

b. Wall Signs. The height of building -mounted signs is the vertical distance measured from the base of the wall on which the sign is located to the top of the sign or sign structure, as shown in Figure 17.72.040.G-8: Wall Sign Height.

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3. Building Frontage.
a. The wall length and sign area shall be calculated separately for buildings with two or more frontages.
b. Projections and recesses on a building wall may not exceed 10 feet for a continuous building frontage.

H. Sign Illumination.

1. Internal Illumination. Internally illuminated signs include single - or two -color LED signs, signs constructed with pan channel letters, or indirect halo illuminated channel letters (e.g., a reverse panel channel letter sign) are on an unlit or otherwise indistinguishable background on a freestanding sign or building wall.

2. External Illumination.
a. Externally illuminated signs shall be illuminated only with steady, stationary, fully shielded light sources directed solely onto the sign without causing glare. b. The light source for externally illuminated signs shall be arranged and shielded to substantially confine all direct light rays to the sign face and away from streets and adjacent properties as illustrated in Figure 17.72.040.H-1: External Illumination.

FIGURE 17.72.040.H-1: EXTERNAL ILLUMINATION

3. Direct Illumination.
a. Direct illumination may not be used in residential zones and is limited to letters, numbers, symbols, and accents on a marquee sign.
b. Exposed lamps must not exceed an output of 25 watts and must only have a steady light output.

4. Neon.

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a. Exposed neon sign lighting is only allowed on permanent monument and wall signs in the nonresidential zones.
b. Each business is only allowed one neon sign and it must be placed on the primary frontage of the building.
c. Neon is allowed on no more than 25% of the total sign area of a permanent building mounted sign.
d. Neon signs placed in a window are exempt from the total sign area limitations for all window signs (refer to Table 17.72.050.C-12: Standards for Window Signs). e. Neon signs must be turned off daily at the close of business or 10:00 p.m., whichever occurs last.

5. Single-Color or Two-Color LED Signs.
a. Single-color or two -color LED signs are exempt from the sign area limitations for wall signs and window signs established in Table 17.72.050.C -11: Standards for Wall Signs, and Table 17.72.050.C-12: Standards for Window Signs.
b. Any individual single -color or two -color LED sign must not exceed four square feet in area.
c. Single color or two-color LED signs are not allowed in residential zones. d. Single-color or two-color LED signs must be turned daily at the close of business or 10:00 p.m., whichever occurs last.

I. Sign Structure and Installation.

1. The installation of signs shall be enforced and administered by the Building Inspector. All signs and sign structures must be designed to comply with the provisions of this chapter, the applicable provisions of the Building and Electrical Codes, and constructed to withstand wind loads, dead loads, and lateral forces.
a. Any angle iron, bracing, guy wires, or similar features used to support a sign shall not be visible to the extent technically feasible.
b. Where electrical service is provided to freestanding signs or landscape wall signs, the electrical service shall be placed underground and concealed. Electrical service to building-mounted signs, including conduit, housings, and wire, shall be concealed or, when necessary, painted to match the surface of the structure upon which they are mounted. A Building Permit shall be issued prior to installation of any new signs requiring electrical service.
c. All permanent signs allowed by this chapter shall be constructed of durable materials capable of withstanding continuous exposure to the elements and the conditions of a built- up environment, and shall be permanently attached to the ground, a building, or another structure by direct attachment to a rigid wall, frame, or structure.

2. Raceway, as illustrated in Figure 17.72.040.I -1: Raceway, shall only be used in building - mounted signs when access to the wall behind the sign is not feasible, or when the Zoning Administrator determines that a benefit exists to preserve a historic or architectural feature of a

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building. In such cases, the raceway shall not extend in width and height beyond the area of the sign and shall match the color of the building to which it is attached.

FIGURE 17.72.040.I-1: RACEWAY

3. Signs shall be designed so that all frameworks for the support of the sign are an integral part of the design of the sign or within the structure of the building to which it is attached so as to not be visible.

J. Signage Design and Materials in the DX -1 and DX -2 Zones. Appropriate sign materials for the Downtown area are dependent on the style, age, and materials used in the building. Materials may include the following:

1. Wood. Carved, etched, and painted or stained;

2. Metal. Formed, etched, cast, engraved, and painted; and

3. High-density preformed foam or similar material.

K. Sign Maintenance.

1. All signs shall be maintained by any property owner, lessor, lessee, manager, agent, or other person having lawful possession or control over a sign, building, structure, or parcel of land, in a condition or state of equivalent quality to which was approved or required by the City.

2. All signs together with their supports and appurtenances shall be maintained in good structural condition, in compliance with applicable Building and Electrical Codes, and in conformance with this chapter. Maintenance of a sign includes periodic cleaning, replacement of flickering, burned out or broken light bulbs or fixtures, repair or replacement of any faded, peeled, cracked, or otherwise damaged or broken parts of a sign, and any other activity necessary to restore the sign so that it continues to comply with the requirements and contents of the Sign Permit issued for its installation and provisions of this chapter.

3. All signs and supporting structures shall be kept in repair and in proper state of preservation.

The display surfaces of all signs shall be kept neatly painted and clean. The immediate surrounding premises shall be maintained free of weeds and rubbish. The Zoning Administrator is authorized to order the painting, cleaning or repair of signs which become dilapidated and the cleaning of the immediate premises. Such maintenance shall be completed within 30 days of receiving written notice.

4. Landscape Maintenance. Required landscaped areas contained by a fixed border, curbed area, wall, or other perimeter structure shall receive regular repair and maintenance. Plant materials that do not survive after installation in required landscape areas are required to be replaced within three months.

5. The Building Inspector has the authority to order the repair, maintenance, or removal of any

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sign or sign structure that has not been maintained and is dangerous or in disrepair, or which is erected or maintained contrary to the requirements of this section.

6. Failure to maintain a sign constitutes a violation of this chapter and will be subject to enforcement action, in which case the Building Inspector may order the removal of any sign that is determined to be in disrepair or dangerous.

7. Any owner of a sign victimized by graffiti shall remove, repair, or repaint sign(s) within 10 days of the graffiti being applied or within 10 days of notification by the Director, whichever event comes first, or the sign shall be subject to removal by the City at the owner's expense.

§ 17.72.050. Standards for Permanent Signs.

A. Applicability.

1. This section establishes the standards for permanent building -mounted and freestanding signs that are applicable in all zones. Standards for each allowed sign type are provided in Tables

17.72.050.C-1 through Table 17.72.050.C -12 and Tables 17.72.050.D -1 through

17.721.050.D-4, respectively. These tables are organized as permanent building -mounted and freestanding signs for each sign type. All permanent signs must comply with the standards for sign area, height, number, type, and other requirements provided in these tables.

2. A sign type not specifically included in this section may be allowed by the Director provided the sign meets the intent of the zone in which it is proposed.

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Table 17.72.050.A-1: Allowed Sign Types by Zones

Sign Type

R-1, N-P

R-LM

R-M, R-H
CMU-E,
CMU-K,
CMU-F,
CMU-A,
CMU-G

DX-2,
DX-3,
CCMU

DX-1,
DX-4,
CMU-WM

RC

RC-F

IF, IG, BP

OS, PF,
FSA
"•" = Permitted
Building-Mounted Signs
Awning Sign
•
1 • • • • • •
Blade Sign
•
1 • • • • •
Canopy Sign • • • • •
Directional Sign • • • • • • • • • •
Directory Sign • • • • • • • • • •
Hanging Sign
•
1 • • • •
Marquee Sign • •
Projecting Sign • • • •
Roof-Mounted Sign • • • •
Service Island Canopy Sign • • • •
Wall Sign
•
1 • • • • • • •
Window Sign
•
1 • • • • • •
Freestanding Signs
Digital Billboard Sign
•
1 •
1 •
1 •
1 Directory Sign •
1 •
1 •
1 •
1 •
1 •
1 •
1 •
1 •
1 •
1 Directional Sign
•
1 •
1 •
1 •
1 •
1 •
1 •
1 •
1 •
1 •
1

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R-1, N-P
CMU-E,
CMU-K,
CMU-F, DX-2, DX-1,
CMU-A, DX-3, DX-4,

R-LM R-M, R-H CMU-G CCMU CMU-WM
RC
RC-F

IF, IG, BP
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Sign Type

OS, PF,
FSA

Freeway-Oriented Sign
•
1 •
1 •
1 Monument Sign
•
1 •
1 •
1 •
1 •
1 •
1 •
1 •
1 Notes:

1. Limited to residential limited retail uses only.

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B. Standards for Permanent Building-Mounted and Freestanding Signs.

1. Businesses with frontage and primary vehicle access on a through lot may consider each frontage separately when determining maximum sign area. The area for each frontage is not transferable to the opposite frontage.

2. Businesses with direct alley access are permitted an additional one square foot of sign area per linear foot of building facade facing the alley. The sign area for the alley frontage is not transferable to the main street frontage.

3. If a business frontage is only on the alley, then the total permitted sign area is allowed for the business, and all sign(s) shall be located on the alley frontage.

4. Where several businesses are developed as a unit, such as a shopping center, one sign which identifies the development is allowed. The area of this sign shall not exceed the maximum allowable area for the largest business sign permitted in the development but in no case shall it exceed 100 square feet. Where the development identification is placed on a monument sign, subsection D.6, Monument Signs, is applicable.

5. The maximum total area for all building-mounted and freestanding signs is established in Table

17.72.050.B-1: Standards for All Permanent Signs, including additional regulations for sign area, height, and setback from a property line.

6. The area of all building-mounted signs is included in the maximum total sign area, except when specifically exempted.

7. All permanent building -mounted and freestanding signs must comply with the corresponding sign type standards provided in Tables 17.72.050.C-1 to 17.72.050.D-4.

Table 17.72.050.B-1: Standards for All Permanent Signs

Zone(s)

Max. Sign Height,
Building-Mounted

Max. Sign Height,
Freestanding
Total Sign Area per
Business or
Development

Min. Distance from
Property Line
R-1, N-P, R-LM 10 ft 5 ft 4 sf per residential
business; 24 sf per
residential limited
retail use
1 R-1, R-LM: 15 ft; N-
P: 5 ft; Residential
limited retail use: 0 ft
R-M, R-H 20 ft 8 ft 20 sf for residential
uses; 24 sf per
residential limited
retail use
5 ft

CMU-E, CMU-K,

CMU-F, CMU-A,
CMU-G, DX-2,
DX-3
30 ft 8 ft 2.0 sf per linear foot
of building frontage;
not to exceed 175 sf
CMU zones: 5 ft;
DX-2 and DX-3:0 ft

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Table 17.72.050.B-1: Standards for All Permanent Signs
Zone(s)
Min. Distance from
Property Line
Total Sign Area per
Max. Sign Height, Max. Sign Height, Business or
Building-Mounted Freestanding Development

DX-1, DX-4, CMU-
WM
30 ft 8 ft 2.0 sf per linear foot
of building frontage;
not to exceed 175 sf
0 ft
CCMU 20 ft 8 ft 1.5 sf per linear foot
of building frontage;
not to exceed 125 sf
5 ft
RC, RC-F 40 ft 8 ft plus 1 ft for
every 5 ft of setback
from property line,
not to exceed 15 ft
2 2.0 sf per linear foot
of street frontage; not
to exceed 200 sf
5 ft
ILIF, IG, BP 40 ft 8 ft plus 1 ft for
every 5 ft of setback
from property line,
not to exceed 15 ft

2.0 sf per linear foot
of street frontage; not
to exceed 200 sf
10 ft
OS, PF 20 ft 8 ft 20 sf
1 OS and PF: 25 ft;
FSA: 15 ft

Notes:

1. The Zoning Administrator may grant by Zoning Administrator Permit an increase in the maximum total sign area for all permanent signs in these zones for public parks and recreation facilities, public schools, governmental facilities, public cultural facilities, and nonprofit hospitals. See § 17.100.090, Zoning Administrator Permit.

2. Refer to § 17.72.050.D.5, Freeway-Oriented Signs.

C. Standards for Permanent Building-Mounted Signs.

1. Awning Sign. Awning signs must comply with the standards provided in the table below.

Table 17.72.050.C-1: Standards for Awning Signs
Standards Requirements
"sf" = square feet; "lf" = linear feet
Sign Area Sign area is max. 50% of the area of the end panel and max. 20% of the area of the front (street-facing) panel of the awning or valance.

Included in the total allowable sign area for all building-mounted signs (see Table 17.72.050.B-1: Standards for All Permanent Signs).

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Standards
Table 17.72.050.C-1: Standards for Awning Signs
Requirements

Mounting Height Max. 8 ft from the bottom of the awning to the nearest grade or sidewalk.

Max. 20 ft.

Sign Placement Must only be placed above the doors and windows of the ground floor.

May project into public right-of-way with approval of an Encroachment Permit.

Valance Height Max. 9 in.

Horizontal Distance from Back of
Curb
Min. 2 ft.

Illumination Nonilluminated or illumination allowed under the awning.

2. Blade Sign. Blade signs must comply with the standards provided in the table below.

Table 17.72.050.C-2: Standards for Blade Signs
Standards Requirements
"sf" = square feet; "lf" = linear feet
Sign Area Max. 8 sf.

Included in the total allowable sign area for all building- mounted signs (see Table 17.72.050.B-1: Standards for All Permanent Signs).

Mounting Height Min. 8 ft from the bottom of the sign to the nearest grade or sidewalk.

Must be mounted perpendicular to the building face or at the corner of the building.

Number of Signs Max. 1 per frontage, except on a corner where 2 signs are allowed, i.e., 1 per frontage.

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Standards
Table 17.72.050.C-2: Standards for Blade Signs
Requirements

Sign Placement Sign must not extend beyond the edge of the structure on which it is located if mounted below the walkway or
overhead structure.

May project into public right-of-way with approval of an Encroachment Permit.

Horizontal Distance from Back of Curb Min. 2 ft.

Illumination Nonilluminated or internal illumination.

3. Canopy Signs. Canopy signs must comply with the standards provided in the table below.

Table 17.72.050.C-3: Standards for Canopy Signs
Standards Requirements
"sf" = square feet; "lf" = linear feet
Sign Area Max. 1 sf per 1 If of canopy width.

Mounting Height Min. 8 ft from the bottom of the canopy to the nearest grade or sidewalk.

Max. 20 ft.

Included in the total allowable sign area for all building- mounted signs (see Table 17.72.050.B-1: Standards for All Permanent Signs).

Sign Placement Must be placed above the doors and windows of the ground floor of a building.

Sign area is max. 60% of the store width or tenant space per business when canopy is placed on multiple store fronts.

May project into public right-of-way with approval of an Encroachment Permit.

Horizontal Distance from Back of Curb Min. 2 ft.

Illumination Nonilluminated or internal illumination.

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4. Directional Signs (Building-Mounted). Directional signs must comply with the standards provided in the table below.

Table 17.72.050.C-4: Standards for Directional Signs
Standards Requirements
"sf" = square feet; "lf" = linear feet
Sign Area Max. 3 sf.

Excluded from the total number of allowed signs for all building- mounted signs.

Mounting Height Max. 8 ft.

Sign Placement Max. 1 per driveway entrance.

Illumination Nonilluminated or external illumination.

5. Directory Signs (Building-Mounted). Directory signs must comply with the standards provided Standards
Other Requirements
Table 17.72.050.C-3: Standards for Canopy Signs
Requirements
Max. height of sign letters is 2 ft measured from the top of the canopy.

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in the table below.

Table 17.72.050.C-5: Standards for Directory Signs (Building-Mounted) Standards Requirements
"sf" = square feet; "lf" = linear feet
Sign Area Max. 1 sf per tenant space; max. 10 sf total sign area.

Excluded from the total number of allowed signs for all building- mounted signs.

Mounting Height Max. 8 ft from nearest grade.

Number of Signs Max. 1 per primary building entrance.

Illumination Nonilluminated, internal illumination, or external illumination.

6. Hanging Signs. Hanging signs must comply with the standards provided in the table below.

Table 17.72.050.C-6: Standards for Hanging Signs
Standards Requirement
"sf" = square feet; "lf" = linear feet
Sign Area Max. 6 sf in area on each sign face.

Included in the total allowable sign area for all building-mounted signs (see Table 17.72.050.B-1: Standards for All Permanent Signs).

Mounting Height Max. 8 feet from the ground level (as measured directly under the sign).

Sign Placement Hanging signs shall not be permitted closer than 20 ft from each other.

May not extend past the structure to which they are mounted.

May project into public right-of-way with approval of an Encroachment Permit.

Awnings, canopies, and marquees may have a hanging sign suspended beneath.

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Table 17.72.050.C-6: Standards for Hanging Signs
Requirement

Horizontal Distance from Back of
Curb
Min. 2 ft.

Number of Signs Max. 1 sign per business per street face.

Illumination Nonilluminated, internal illumination, or external illumination.

7. Marquee Signs. Marquee signs must comply with the standards provided in the table below.

Table 17.72.050.C-7: Standards for Marquee Signs
Standards Requirements
"sf" = square feet; "lf" = linear feet
Sign Area Max. 2 sf per 1 If of building frontage.

Included in the total allowable sign area for all building-mounted signs (see Table 17.72.050.B-1: Standards for All Permanent Signs).

Max. 75% of the total sign area is allowed for the changeable copy.

Mounting Height Min. 12 ft from the bottom of the marquee to the nearest grade or sidewalk.

Number of Signs Max. 1 per business.

Sign Placement May project into public right-of-way with approval of an Encroachment Permit.

Horizontal Distance from Back of
Curb
Min. 2 ft.

Illumination Direct Illumination or internal illumination.

Other Requirements No projecting sign (Table 17.72.050.C-8: Standards for Projecting Signs) shall be permitted when signage is placed directly on a marquee.

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Table 17.72.050.C-8: Standards for Projecting Signs
DX-1, DX-4, CMU-
Standards
All Other Zones
DX-2, DX-3, CCMU
WM
"sf" = square feet; "lf" = linear feet
Sign Area Max. 36 sf. Max. 24 sf.

Included in the total allowable sign area for all building-mounted signs (see Table 17.72.050.B-1: Standards for All Permanent Signs).

Mounting Height Min. 8 ft from the bottom of the sign to the nearest grade or sidewalk.

Sign Placement Projecting signs shall not be permitted closer than 20 ft from each other.

May project into public right-of-way (but not public alleys) with approval of an Encroachment Permit.

May not extend vertically above the second floor window sill or when there is no second floor, may not extend above the parapet, eaves, or roof line.

Must be placed so that the sign causes no harm to street trees.

Horizontal Distance Signs may not project within 2 ft of the curb line. from Back of the Curb Max. 6 ft from the building wall to the outer edge of the sign.

Number of Signs 1 per business when neither a monument sign nor a roof sign is present in the development.

Illumination Nonilluminated, internal illumination, or external illumination.

8. Projecting Signs. Projecting signs must comply with the standards provided in the table below.

Standards
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9. Roof-Mounted Signs. Roof-mounted signs must comply with the standards provided in the table below.

Table 17.72.050.C-9: Standards for Roof-Mounted Signs
Standards Requirements
"sf" = square feet; "lf" = linear feet
Sign Area As provided in Table 17.72.050.B-1: Standards for All Permanent Signs.

Included in the total allowable sign area for all building-mounted signs (see Table 17.72.050.B-1: Standards for All Permanent Signs).

Sign Height As provided in Table 17.72.050.B-1: Standards for All Permanent Signs.

Number of Signs Max. 1 per business.

Sign Placement Roof-mounted signs shall be placed below the roof peak and must comply with the maximum height allowed for the zone.

Hip roof: Only placed on the lowest 1/3 of the slope of the roof.

Mansard roof: Only placed on the lowest 1/2 of the slope of the roof.

Sign lettering shall have a minimum depth of 6 in to convey a three-dimensional appearance.

Signs for individual tenants in multi-tenant centers shall be centered above the tenant space and only mounted on a mansard roof.

Illumination Nonilluminated, internal illumination, or external illumination.

Other Requirements The bottom of roof signs shall be mounted flush with the surface of the roof and shall not interrupt roof lines or other major architectural features.

Standards
Table 17.72.050.C-8: Standards for Projecting Signs
DX-1, DX-4, CMU-
WM

All Other Zones DX-2, DX-3, CCMU

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10. Service Island Canopy Signs. Service island canopy signs must comply with the standards provided in the table below.

Table 17.72.050.C-10: Standard for Service Island Canopy Signs Standards Requirements
"sf" = square feet; "lf" = linear feet
Sign Area Max. 60 sf for the total area of all signs on the canopy.

Included in the total allowable sign area for all building-mounted signs (see Table 17.72.050.B-1: Standards for All Permanent Signs).

Number of Signs Signs may only be displayed on max. 3 canopy facades.

Illumination Nonilluminated or internal illumination.

11. Wall Signs. Wall signs must comply with the standards provided in the table below.

Standards
Table 17.72.050.C-9: Standards for Roof-Mounted Signs
Requirements

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Table 17.72.050.C-11: Standards for Wall Signs
Standards Requirements
"sf" = square feet; "lf" = linear feet
Sign Area As provided in Table 17.72.050.B-1: Standards for All Permanent Signs.

Included in the total allowable sign area for all building-mounted signs (see Table 17.72.050.B-1: Standards for All Permanent Signs).

Number of Signs Unlimited, provided the maximum area allowed for wall signs is not exceeded.

Sign Placement Refer to the illustration below for applicable standards. Wall signs shall be placed to establish a facade rhythm, scale, and proportion between buildings.

The sign's length shall not exceed the width of the framed portion of the storefront and shall not exceed 4015% of the building facade. Wall signs shall not face an adjacent residential zone.

Sign Depth Max. depth 12 inches measured from the wall on which the sign is placed.

Illumination Nonilluminated, internal illumination, or external illumination.

Special Provisions Requirements
Painted Wall Signs Painted wall signs are allowed on any exterior building wall of an individual tenant space or building.

Painted wall signs must be professionally painted.

The allowable area for painted wall signs will be increased by 10% over the normal allowable sign dimensions for the zone.

Changeable Copy Signs Max. sign area 30% of the total allowable sign area for the building

12. Window Signs. Window signs must comply with the standards provided in the table below.

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Table 17.72.050.C-12: Standards for Window Signs
Standards Requirements
"sf" = square feet; "lf" = linear feet
Sign Area Permanent window signs shall be limited to 20% of the ground floor frontage window area occupied by a given business.

The combined area of temporary and permanent window signs must not exceed 40% of the area of the window on which they are displayed.

Neon or single-color or two-color LED signs are excluded from the total allowed sign area for all building-mounted signs. Refer to § 17.72.040.H.4, Neon; and § 17.72.040.H.5, Single-Color or Two-Color LED Signs.

Adhesive vinyl, gild-leaf, or screen printing is preferred over hand-painted window signs.

Sign Placement Must be mounted or displayed on the interior of the window.

If the business is on the first floor, signs shall not be placed above the upper window frame or the second floor.

If the business is conducted above the first floor, signs shall not be placed above the max. height allowed in the zone or above the window frame of the third floor.

Illumination Nonilluminated. Neon or single- or two-color LED signs are allowed.

D. Standards for Permanent Freestanding Signs.

1. Standards for each allowed permanent freestanding sign type are provided in tables with a supporting illustration of each sign type. All permanent signs must comply with the standards for sign area, height, number, type, and other requirements provided in these tables.

2. Digital Billboard Signs. Digital billboard signs are permitted only as billboard relocations or as conversions of an existing billboard. Digital billboard signs must meet all location and development standards established in this section. Digital billboard signs shall be subject to approval of a Conditional Use Permit (see § 17.100.100, Conditional Use Permit), site plan, and Design Review by the Planning Commission, as set forth in Chapter 17.100, Planning Permits and Approvals.
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i. Digital billboard signs are only permitted along two specific segments of the Interstate 5 (I-5) corridor as described below:
(A) Segment One. This segment begins where the City boundary bisects the I -5 corridor to the north and runs south along I -5 to the East Main Street freeway underpass, excluding the Section of frontage on the north side of I -5 between the East Beamer Street underpass and the East Kentucky Avenue overpass. A maximum of two digital billboard signs are permitted within this segment. The signs may be located on the same side of the freeway or one on each side of the freeway.
(B) Segment Two. This segment begins at County Road 102 and runs east along I-5 to the eastern boundary of the City. A maximum of one digital billboard is permitted within this segment.
ii. Digital billboard signs shall be located within 500 feet of the freeway right -of-way.

No digital billboard sign shall be located within 2,500 feet of another digital billboard sign on the same or opposite side of the freeway and no closer than 250 feet to any other freeway-oriented sign over 30 feet in height on the same side of the freeway. iii. The location of digital billboard signs shall be verified by the City Engineer to ensure no conflict exists between the location of the proposed sign and the Interstate 5/State Route 113 direct connect interchange project as identified in the CalTrans Project Report dated April 6, 2000, or as otherwise amended or updated by CalTrans or the City. Updates shall include the development of project plans. When reviewing for conflicts, the City Engineer will review for physical and visual conflicts. iv. Proximity to Residential Uses. No digital billboard signs shall be located between East Main Street and East Beamer Street or within 1,200 feet of any existing residential property in existence at the time of adoption of the digital billboard signs standards, unless it can be demonstrated by the applicant, that the proposed sign installation cannot be viewed from the residential property. A "balloon test" (or similar) may be required and shall be paid for by the applicant to determine visual impacts of a proposed digital billboard sign and to demonstrate that the proposed sign cannot be viewed from a residential property.
b. Standards. Any new digital billboard sign or a legally existing billboard refurbished to become a digital billboard sign shall be subject to the development standards below. i. Number of Faces. A digital billboard sign may consist of no more than two digital display areas, each positioned to be visible only by opposing directions of traffic.

Double-faced signs shall not have an interior angle between the face of the panels greater than 20°, unless a visibility study is provided showing that a greater angle is necessary to achieve reasonable sign visibility, up to a maximum of 45°. ii. Height. Heights of digital billboard signs shall be established relative to topography and setting to provide the best balance between the sign's purpose of effectively communicating a visual message, the setting (including topography and surrounding architecture), and freeway traffic safety. However, in no case shall the digital billboard sign (including structure) exceed a maximum height of 68 feet as measured from the finished grade of the center line of the nearest freeway to the top of the digital billboard sign face or structure, as applicable. Applicants shall provide to the