This article lists the land uses that may be allowed within the agriculture and residential zoning districts established by Section 9-3.102 (Zoning Districts), determines the type of planning permit/approval required for each use, and provides basic lot size and development standards for specific zones.
(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016)
The purposes of the individual agriculture and residential zoning
districts and the manner in which they are applied are as follows:
(a)
A
(Agriculture) Zoning District. This zone is established to protect,
preserve and encourage agriculture on suitable land. The Agriculture
Zone is intended to support and encourage the continuation of the
Agricultural Preserve Program and the maintenance of productive open
space.
(b)
RS
(Residential Suburban) Zoning District. This zone is established to
provide for large lot residential uses in areas outside the urban
services line or in other areas where large lots are desirable to
protect land uses and buildings subject to inundation, steep slopes
or other hazards.
(c)
RSF
(Residential Zoning Family) Zoning District. This zone is established
to provide for single-family residential areas within the urban services
line.
(d)
LSF
(Limited Single-Family) Zoning District. This zone is established
to provide for single-family residential areas within the urban services
line where the raising of farm animals would not be allowable.
(e)
RMF
(Residential Multifamily) Zoning District. This zone is established
to provide for apartment, condominium, townhouse development, and
other small lot residential products, where higher density residential
development is desired within the urban services line.
(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016)
Table 3-1 identifies the uses of land allowed this Zoning Code
in each agriculture and residential district, and the planning permit
required to establish each use, in compliance with Section 9-1 and
Section 9-2 of this code. Where the last column in the tables ("Specific
Use Regulations") includes a section number, the regulations in the
referenced section apply to the use. Provisions in other sections
of this article may also apply.
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Table 3-1 - Agriculture and Residential Land Uses
Allowed Land Uses and Permit Requirements
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Agriculture/Residential Zones
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A Allowed Use, Zoning Clearance Required
AUP Administrative Use Permit
CUP Conditional Use Permit Required
□ Not
Permitted
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Permitted Uses By Zone
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Special Use Regulation(s)
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A
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RS
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RSF
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LSF
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RMF
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Natural Resources and Processing
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Resource Extraction
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CUP
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CUP
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9-6.147—9.6-161
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Residential Uses
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Multifamily Housing
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A
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9-3.175
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Manufactured Home/Mobile Home
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A
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A
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A
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A
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A
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9-6.143
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Mobile Home Parks
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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9-6.142, 9-6.143
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Organizational Houses
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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9-3.175
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Residential Accessory Uses
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A
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A
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A
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A
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9-6.106
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Single-Family Dwelling
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A
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A
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A
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A
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9-6.143, 9-6.184
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Secondary Residential Units
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A
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A
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A
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9.5
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Temporary Dwelling
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A
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A
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A
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A
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9-6.175
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Recreation, Education, and Public Assembly
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Churches and Related Activities
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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9-6.121
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Parks and Playgrounds
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AUP
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AUP
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AUP
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AUP
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Schools
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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9-6.125
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Schools - Business and Vocational
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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9-6.125
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Temporary Events
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A
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A
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A
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A
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A
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9-6.177
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Tourism, Lodging, and Dining
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Bed and Breakfast
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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Services-Professional
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Day Care - Small Family Day Care Home
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A
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A
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A
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A
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9-6.125
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Day Care - Large Family Day Care
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A
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A
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A
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A
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9-6.125
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Child Care Center
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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9-6.125
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Kennels
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CUP
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CUP
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9-6.111
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Medical Extended Care Services, 6 Clients or Less
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A
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A
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A
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CUP
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9-6.134
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Medical Extended Care Services, 7 Clients or More
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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9-6.134
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Residential Care, 6 Clients or Less
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A
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A
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A
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A
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9-6.135
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Residential Care, 7 Clients or More
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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9-6.135
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RCFE - Assisted Living, 6 Clients or Less
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A
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A
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A
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A
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9-6.135
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RCFE - Assisted Living, 7 Clients or More
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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9-6.135
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RCFE - Independent Living Center/Senior Apartments
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CUP
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RCFE - Retirement Hotel
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CUP
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Transportation, Infrastructure and Communication
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Pipelines Utility Infrastructure
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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Utility Transmission Facilities
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A
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A
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A
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A
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A
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Wireless Communication Facilities
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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CUP
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Zoning Districts Abbreviations
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A - Agriculture
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LSF - Limited Single-Family Residential
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RS - Residential Suburban
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RMF - Residential Multifamily
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RSF - Residential Single-Family Residential
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(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016; Ord. 614 § 4, 2017; Ord. 646 § 11, 2021; Ord. 670, 3/12/2024)
New subdivisions and the densities of agriculture and residential development shall comply with the requirement for lot sizes in Sections 9-3.241 through 9-3.245.
(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016)
The minimum lot size in the Agriculture Zone shall be established
by the minimum area needed to maintain productive agricultural use
of the property.
(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016)
The minimum lot size in the Residential Suburban Zone shall
be two and one-half (2 1/2) acres and may range up to 10 acres depending
upon conformance with performance standards established in this section.
(a)
Performance
Standards. The following performance standards shall be evaluated
for each lot in determining its minimum lot size:
(1)
Distance from the Center of the Community. Using the Atascadero Administration
Building as the center of the community, the lot size factor based
on this performance standard shall be:
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Distance*
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Lot Size Factor
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0 — 8,000′
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0.20
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8,000′ — 10,000′
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0.25
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10,000′ — 12,000′
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0.30
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12,000′ — 14,000′
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0.40
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14,000′ — 16,000′
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0.50
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16,000′ — 18,000′
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0.60
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18,000′ — 20,000′
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0.75
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20,000′ +
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0.90
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*
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To be measured as radial distance using map maintained in Planning
Department.
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(2)
Septic Suitability. Using generalized soils data from the Natural
Resources Conservation Service Reports, the lot size factor based
on this performance standard shall be:
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NRCS Rating*
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Lot Size Factor
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|---|---|
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Well suited
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0.50
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Moderate
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0.75
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Slow
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1.00
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Severe
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1.50
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*
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Refer to map maintained in Community Development Department.
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Percolation tests may be substituted for the Natural
Resources Conservation Service Reports. These shall be prepared by
a registered civil engineer or licensed sanitarian. The following
conversion chart shall be used to determine the appropriate lot size
factor:
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Percolation Rating
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Minutes Per Inch
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|---|---|
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Well suited
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Less than 20
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Moderate or slow
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20 to 39
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Slow
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40 to 59
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Severe
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Greater than 60
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(3)
Average Slope. Using the Basic, Sectional or Contour Measurement
Method, the lot size factor based on this performance standard shall
be:
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Slope
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Lot Size Factor
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|---|---|
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0 — 10%
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0.50
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11 — 20%
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0.75
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21 — 25%
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1.00
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26 — 30%
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1.25
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31 — 35%
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1.75
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36 — 40%
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2.00
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40% +
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2.25
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(4)
Condition of Access. Using the road right-of-way with the shortest
accessible distance between a lot and an improved collector road,
the lot size factor based on this performance standard shall be:
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Condition
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Lot Size Factor
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|---|---|
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City accepted road
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0.40
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Paved road, less than 15% slope
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0.40
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Paved road, greater than 15% slope
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0.50
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All-weather road, less than 15% slope
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0.75
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All-weather road, greater than 15% slope
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1.00
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Unimproved road, less than 15% slope
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1.25
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Unimproved road, greater than 15% slope
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1.50
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(5)
General Neighborhood Character. Using the average lot size of existing
lots which are zoned for single-family residential use (except that
lots larger than 15 acres shall be excluded unless they constitute
more than 25% of the total number of lots) within a 1,500 foot radius,
the minimum lot size factor based on this performance standard shall
be determined by multiplying the average lot size by 0.2.
(b)
Determination of Minimum Lot Size. The minimum lot size shall be determined by the sum of each of the lot size factors for the performance standards set forth in subsection (a) of this section, however in no case shall the minimum lot size be less than two and one-half (2-1/2) acres in size.
(1)
The most current information shall be used to determine the lot size
factor. Where information is not available, the Planning Director
shall determine which lot size factor shall apply.
(2)
If more than one lot size factor can be applied to a lot, the less
restrictive factor shall be used.
(3)
Lot size factors shall be based on conditions in existence at the
time of filing an application unless information is included with
the application which will alter a lot size factor.
(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016; Ord. 614 § 4, 2017)
The minimum lot size in the Residential Single-Family Zone shall be 1/2 acre and may range up to two and one-half (2-1/2) acres. The size of a lot shall be consistent with the land use designation set forth in the General Plan and shall be indicated by the symbols set forth in the following chart, which shall be shown on the official zoning maps as provided by Section 9-3.104(d).
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Symbol
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Minimum Lot Size
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|---|---|
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X
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1/2 acre net area (excluding land needed for street rights-of-way
whether publicly or privately owned).
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Y
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1 acre gross area.
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Z
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1-1/2 to 2-1/2 acres gross based on performance standards set
forth in this section.
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(a)
Performance
Standards. The following performance standards shall be evaluated
for each lot which is appended with the "Z" symbol in determining
its minimum lot size:
(1)
Distance from the Center of the Community. Using the Atascadero Administration
Building as the center of the community, the lot size factor based
on this performance standard shall be:
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Distance*
|
Lot Size Factor
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|---|---|
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0—4,000′
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0.08
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4,000′—6,000′
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0.10
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6,000′—8,000′
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0.12
|
|
*
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To be measured as radial distance using map maintained in the
Planning Department.
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(2)
Septic Suitability. Using generalized soils data from the Natural
Resources Conservation Service Reports, the lot size factor based
on this performance standard shall be:
|
NRCS Rating*
|
Lot Size Factor
|
|---|---|
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Well suited
|
0.30
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Moderate or slow
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0.50
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Severe
|
0.70
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|
*
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Refer to map maintained in Community Development Department.
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Percolation tests may be substituted for the Natural
Resources Conservation Service reports. These shall be prepared by
a registered civil engineer or licensed sanitarian. The following
conversion chart shall be used to determine the appropriate lot size
factor:
|
Percolation Rating
|
Minutes Per Inch
|
|---|---|
|
Well suited
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Less than 20
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Moderate
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20 to 39
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Slow
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40 to 59
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Severe
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Greater than 60
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(3)
Average Slope. Using the basic, sectional or contour measurement
method, the lot size factor based on this performance standard shall
be:
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Slope
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Lot Size Factor
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|---|---|
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0—20%
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0.30
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21—30%
|
0.50
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31%+
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0.70
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(4)
Condition of Access. Using the road right-of-way with the shortest
accessible distance between a lot and an improved collector road,
the lot size factor based on this performance standard shall be:
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Condition
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Lot Size Factor
|
|---|---|
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Paved with slope of less than 15% or City-accepted
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0.15
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Paved with slope of greater than 15%
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0.20
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All-weather surface with slope of less than 15%
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0.25
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All-weather surface with slope of greater than 15%
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0.30
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Unimproved surface
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0.40
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(5)
General Neighborhood Character. Using the average lot size of existing
lots (except that lots larger than five acres shall be excluded unless
they constitute more than 25% of the total number of lots) within
a 1,000 foot radius, the minimum lot size factor based on this performance
standard shall be determined by multiplying the average lot size by
0.2.
(b)
Determination of Minimum Lot Size. The minimum lot size shall be determined by the sum of each of the lot size factors for the performance standards set forth in subsection (a) of this section.
(1)
The most current information shall be used to determine the lot size
factor. Where information is not available, the Planning Director
shall determine which lot size factor shall apply.
(2)
If more than one lot size factor can be applied to a lot, the less
restrictive factor shall be used.
(3)
Lot size factors shall be based on conditions in existence at the
time of filing an application unless information is included with
the application which will alter a lot size factor.
(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016; Ord. 614 § 4, 2017)
The minimum lot size in the Limited Residential Single-Family Zone shall be 20,000 square feet with sewer, 1/2 acre where sewer is not available and may range up to two and one-half (2-1/2) acres. The size of a lot shall be consistent with the land use designation set forth in the General Plan and shall be indicated by the symbols set forth in the following chart, which shall be shown on the official zoning maps as provided by Section 9-3.104(d).
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Symbol
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Minimum Lot Size
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|---|---|
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X
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1/2 acre net area (excluding land needed for street rights-of-way
whether publicly or privately owned).
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Y
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1 acre, when sewers are available. 1-1/2 acres, when sewers
are not available.
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Z
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1-1/2 to 2-1/2 acres based on performance standards set forth
in this section.
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(a)
Performance
Standards. The following performance standards shall be evaluated
for each lot which is appended with the "Z" symbol in determining
its minimum lot size:
(1)
Distance from the Center of the Community. Using the Atascadero Administration
Building as the center of the community, the lot size factor based
on this performance standard shall be:
|
Distance*
|
Lot Size Factor
|
|---|---|
|
0—4,000′
|
0.08
|
|
4,000′—6,000′
|
0.10
|
|
6,000′—8,000′
|
0.12
|
|
*
|
To be measured as radial distance using map maintained in the
Planning Department.
|
(2)
Septic Suitability. Using generalized soils data from the Natural
Resources Conservation Service Reports, the lot size factor based
on this performance standard shall be:
|
NRCS Rating*
|
Lot Size Factor
|
|---|---|
|
Well suited
|
0.30
|
|
Moderate or slow
|
0.50
|
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Severe
|
0.70
|
|
*
|
Refer to map maintained in Community Development Department.
|
Percolation tests may be substituted for the Natural
Resources Conservation Service Reports. These shall be prepared by
a registered civil engineer or licensed sanitarian. The following
conversion chart shall be used to determine the appropriate lot size
factor:
|
Percolation Rating
|
Minutes Per Inch
|
|---|---|
|
Well suited
|
Less than 20
|
|
Moderate
|
20 to 39
|
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Slow
|
40 to 59
|
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Severe
|
Greater than 60
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(3)
Average Slope. Using the Basic, Sectional or Contour Measurement
Method, the lot size factor based on this performance standard shall
be:
|
Slope
|
Lot Size Factor
|
|---|---|
|
0—20%
|
0.30
|
|
21—30%
|
0.50
|
|
31%+
|
0.70
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(4)
Condition of Access. Using the road right-of-way with the shortest
accessible distance between a lot and an improved collector road,
the lot size factor based on this performance standard shall be:
|
Condition
|
Lot Size Factor
|
|---|---|
|
Paved with slope of less than 15% or City-accepted
|
0.15
|
|
Paved with slope of greater than 15%
|
0.20
|
|
All-weather surface with slope of less than 15%
|
0.25
|
|
All-weather surface with slope of greater than 15%
|
0.30
|
|
Unimproved surface
|
0.40
|
(5)
General Neighborhood Character. Using the average lot size of existing
lots (except that lots larger than five acres shall be excluded unless
they constitute more than 25% of the total number of lots) within
a 1,000 foot radius, the minimum lot size factor based on this performance
standard shall be determined by multiplying the average lot size by
0.2.
(b)
Determination of Minimum Lot Size. The minimum lot size shall be determined by the sum of each of the lot size factors for the performance standards set forth in subsection (a) of this section.
(1)
The most current information shall be used to determine the lot size
factor. Where information is not available, the Planning Director
shall determine which lot size factor shall apply.
(2)
If more than one lot size factor can be applied to a lot, the less
restrictive factor shall be used.
(3)
Lot size factors shall be based on conditions in existence at the
time of filing an application unless information is included with
the application which will alter a lot size factor.
(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016; Ord. 614 § 4, 2017)
The minimum lot size in the Residential Multiple-Family Zone shall be 1/2 acre. Smaller lot sizes may be allowed for planned residential developments, including condominiums and mobilehome developments, provided that the overall density within the project conforms with Section 9-3.252. There shall be no minimum lot size for lots designed consistent with the small lot subdivision standards as set forth in Section 9-4.130(l)(9) (Small Lot Subdivisions).
(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016; Ord. 671, 6/25/2024)
New residential subdivisions and the density of residential development shall comply with the requirements of Sections 9-3.251 through 9-3.259.
(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016)
New residential subdivisions and the density of residential
development shall comply with the following for single-family residential
zones:
(a)
A
(Agriculture). A maximum of one single-family residence. Additional
housing for agriculture employees may be permitted, consistent with
this Municipal Code.
(b)
RS
(Residential Suburban). A maximum of 0.1 to 0.4 units per gross acre.
A second unit may be permitted consistent with Chapter 9-5 of this
Zoning Ordinance.
(c)
RSF-Z/LSF-Z.
A maximum of one unit per gross acre. A second unit may be permitted
consistent with Chapter 9-5 of this Zoning Ordinance.
(d)
RSF-Y/LSF-Y.
A maximum of one unit per gross one-half acre. A second unit may be
permitted consistent with Chapter 9-5 of this Zoning Ordinance.
(e)
RSF-X/LSF-X.
A maximum of four residential units per net acre, with approval of
a Planned Development. Overlay zones with innovative design concepts,
as approved by the City Council. A second unit may permitted consistent
with Chapter 9-5 of this Zoning Ordinance.
(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016)
The allowable base density in the Residential Multiple-Family Zone shall be designated on the official zoning maps as provided by Section 9-3.104(c) and be consistent with the General Plan for new residential subdivisions as follows, provided that no minimum density is required for parcels of one-half acre or less:
(a)
Areas Designated Low Density Multiple-Family Residential. The minimum
number of dwelling units per net acre is two. The maximum number of
dwelling units per net acre is 10.
(b)
Areas Designated High Density Multiple-Family Residential.
(c)
Fractional Density. To encourage smaller units that are affordable
by design, maximum density may be calculated based on unit size. Fractional
density shall not be used to determine minimum density.
(1)
Calculation. The following density unit value attributed to
unit sizes may be used for the purpose of calculating multi-unit maximum
development density allowed on a high-density multifamily zoned parcel:
(2)
Rounding. Maximum residential development potential shall be the net lot area (in whole and fractional acres), multiplied by the maximum density allowed. The resulting number (in density units, carried out to the nearest one hundredth [0.01] unit) shall be the maximum residential development potential. For example, when a calculation results in a density of 4.74 units, up to 9 units that are less than 600 square feet in size would be permitted; when a calculation results in a density of 4.75 units, up to 10 units less than 600 square feet in size would be permitted). Any combination of dwelling types and numbers may be developed, so long as their combined density unit values do not exceed the maximum potential. The rules of rounding stated in this section for fractional density shall supersede the rules of rounding stated in Section 9-1.109(b)(4).
(3)
For all regulations other than maximum density, (e.g., parking
requirements, minimum density etc.), regulations shall be based on
the number of units, not based on the number of fractional density
units.
(d)
Hillside Density Standards. The densities permitted by subsections (a), (b), and (c) of this section shall be modified to the following base densities (prior to any fractional density calculation) based on site topography, as follows:
|
Average Slope
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Low Density Multiple-Family
(units/acre)
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High Density Multiple-Family
(units/acre)
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|---|---|---|---|
|
Minimum
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Maximum
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|
0—10.99%
|
10
|
20
|
24
|
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11—15.99%
|
7
|
14
|
17
|
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16—20.99%
|
5
|
10
|
12
|
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21—25.99%
|
3
|
6
|
7
|
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26—30.0%
|
2
|
4
|
5
|
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> 30%
|
1
|
2
|
2
|
(e)
For medical extended care services, where residents are primarily
non-ambulatory, the following maximum bed/net acre densities may be
permitted:
|
RMF-10 District
|
34 beds/net acre
|
|
RMF-24 District
|
55 beds/net acre
|
Such approval shall require a finding that the average
daily traffic generated by the project would not exceed that of a
multifamily project. The project must also meet all property development
standards and objective design standards of this code pertaining to
multifamily developments and all pertinent code sections.
(f)
Sewer Service. Sewer service and the inclusion of property within
the urban services line (USL) shall be a prerequisite to developing
multiple-family projects to the density standards of the RMF zone.
(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016; Ord. 614 § 4, 2017; Ord. 671, 6/25/2024)
New land uses, structures, and alterations to existing land
uses and structures shall be designed, constructed and established
in compliance with the Sections 9-3.261 through 9-2.269, in addition
to applicable standards (e.g., landscaping, parking, fencing, etc.)
in Chapter 9-4 of this title.
(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016)
In addition to the standards specified in Chapter 4 of this
title, General Site Design and Development Standards, the following
development standards shall apply to all residential projects of two
or more units, including those projects that utilize modular units,
mobile homes, or stock plans:
(a)
(Reserved)
(b)
Enclosed Storage - Accessible from Exterior. Each dwelling unit must
be provided a minimum of 130 cubic feet of enclosed storage space,
exclusive of closets located within units. Enclosed storage must provide
an exterior entrance and may be located in either a principal or accessory
building. Storage space for each unit or a portion thereof may be
combined for the provision of bicycle parking and storage. All bicycle
parking/storage must meet the following standards:
(1)
Bicycle parking/storage must be enclosed, lockable, and located
within the residential or accessory building on the ground floor unless
the building includes elevator access to upper floors.
(2)
Bicycle parking/storage must provide a minimum of one 110-volt
electrical outlet and an additional outlet per 10 bicycle parking
spaces for charging electric bicycles.
(3)
Bicycle parking/storage racks must be designed to allow the
user to lock the bicycle to the rack and keep at least one bicycle
wheel on the ground or provide a means for the user to roll the bicycle
onto a rack and lift it up to a second level.
(c)
Outdoor Recreation or Gathering Areas.
(1)
Size and Type of Open Space. Outdoor recreational or gathering
open space must be provided at a ratio of 200 square feet per unit.
(i)
Two-, three-, or four-unit projects must provide outdoor space
as: (1) a private amenity designed for exclusive use of a dwelling
unit; or (2) as common open space provided that no individual common
open space area is less than 400 square feet; or (3) a combination
of private and common open space provided no individual common open
space is less than 400 square feet.
(ii)
For developments of five to 9 dwelling units,
outdoor space must be provided as common open space or a combination
of private and common areas, provided no more than 50% of the open
space is private and no common open space is less than 800 square
feet.
(iii)
For developments of 10 or more dwelling units,
outdoor open space shall be provided as common open space or a combination
of private and common areas, provided no more than 50% of the open
space is private and no common open space is less than 1,000 square
feet. Open space may include upper floor private or common gathering
spaces.
(2)
Private Open Space Standards. Any private outdoor open space
used to satisfy subsection (c)(1) must meet the following standards:
(3)
Common Open Space Standards. Any common open space areas used
to satisfy subsection (c)(1) must meet the following standards:
(i)
Minimum dimensions must be 10 feet (width and depth) in any
direction.
(ii)
May be located at grade, on an upper floor terrace
or courtyard, or a building rooftop, in the form of a roof deck.
(iii)
May not be located in drainage basins with a
depth of two feet or greater, areas without a flat bottom, and/or
areas not accessible via pedestrian paths or trails to the units being
served.
(4)
Common Open Space - Required Amenities. All projects shall incorporate
the number of common open space amenities indicated in Table 9-3.262-1,
choosing from the options listed in respective subsections (i), (ii),
and (iii) below.
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Table 9-3.262-1: Minimum Number of Required Common Open Space
Amenities by Project Size
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Project Size
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Tier 1
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Tier 2
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Tier 3
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2-4 units
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1
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1
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1
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5-9 units
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1
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2
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1
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10+ units
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1
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2
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2
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(i)
Tier 1 Amenities. Projects must incorporate, at a minimum, the
number of open space amenities identified in Table 9-3.262-1 for Tier
1, choosing from the following list of amenities:
a.
Open space that is designed as a courtyard entry for three or
more units that is physically separated from the parking area and
directly accessible from, and oriented towards, a public street with
a pedestrian pathway. For flag lots, the courtyard and pedestrian
connection must be oriented to a shared parking lot.
b.
Shade covering a minimum of 50% of the outdoor common open space,
which must include at least one canopy tree and may also be supplemented
with shade covers.
c.
Art installation, such as sculpture, murals, or water features.
A mural must measure at least 120 square feet; sculptures (including
any decorative base) and water features must have a minimum cumulative
footprint of 25 square-feet and must be part of a communal amenity
space.
d.
Preservation of an on-site native tree, heritage tree, as defined
in Chapter 9-11 (Native Tree Regulations), or other healthy, mature
tree, defined as a non-protected tree with a diameter-at-breast-height
(DBH) of 12 inches or greater.
(ii)
Tier 2 Amenities. Projects must incorporate, at
a minimum, the number of open space amenities identified in Table
9-3.262-1 for Tier 2, choosing from the following list of amenities:
a.
Fixed or movable seating or outdoor dining areas such as picnic-style
tables, at a ratio of no less than one seat per unit with a maximum
of 15 seats per project.
b.
An enclosed, off-leash dog run/relief/wash area that includes
signage, pet waste bag, and disposal receptacle(s), and potable water
connection for dog bowl refilling and dog wash capabilities.
c.
Children's play area, subject to the following:
1.
Projects of less than three units: at least one
piece of permanent play equipment designed for children of all abilities
and ages.
2.
Projects of five to nine units: at least two pieces
of permanent play equipment designed for children of all abilities
and ages, or the equivalent in size, scale, and recreation diversity.
3.
Projects of 10 or more units: at least four pieces
of permanent play equipment designed for children of all abilities
and ages, or the equivalent in size, scale, and recreation diversity.
d.
Sports court or other outdoor activity stations (ping pong,
etc.).
e.
Pool or spa.
f.
Outdoor kitchen, subject to the following:
g.
Fire pit with permanent natural gas line installed located at
least 20 feet from adjacent existing or proposed residential units
surrounded by hardscape that allows for seating.
h.
Patio area with a minimum 150 square feet and minimum dimension
of 10 feet in any direction, constructed with decorative pavers or
stamped/colored concrete without steps or grade changes more than
five percent. Up to 50 square feet of the required area may be occupied
by plantings and landscaping either in ground or potted.
i.
Preservation of 25% of existing mature tree canopy over the
entirety of the project site based on recommendations of a qualified
arborist.
(iii)
Tier 3 Amenities. Projects must incorporate,
at a minimum, the number of open space amenities identified in Table
9-3.262-1 for Tier 3, choosing from the following list of amenities:
a.
Vertical landscaping, either climbing or cascading
vines or plants.
b.
Community garden, which must include the following:
1.
At least one potable water connection and irrigation
to all gardening areas;
2.
One potting station, including a table no less than
two feet by four feet;
3.
One compost bin; and
4.
One tool storage structure that is either designed
to match the main structure's appearance or is placed behind a principal
building and designed and constructed with agrarian appearance, and
sized adequately to contain gardening tools.
c.
Flowering plants or edible landscape.
d.
One hundred percent native, drought-tolerant plants
and habitat, unless combined with edible landscape, in which case
at least 75% must be native, drought-tolerant plants, with the remainder
edible landscape.
e.
Interpretive or educational information about geography,
history, ecology, or indigenous history.
f.
Nature trail measuring no less than one quarter
mile in length, defined as a path through undeveloped (no buildings,
pavement, or utilities), vegetated areas, used for walking and seeing
plants and wildlife.
(5)
Open Space Area - Additional Standards and Restrictions. Private
and common open space areas intended to comply with subsection (c)(1)
must meet the following standards:
(i)
Except for trails, required open space areas must be located
in a flat or terraced area of six percent slope or less;
(ii)
Required open space areas must not be met with
areas designed primarily as walkways to doors, or other areas that
cannot accommodate people gathering and/or are meant for a different
purpose (such as a passageway); and
(iii)
If located in a primary, secondary, or corner
street setback, open space use areas must be set back at least five
feet from the property line/edge of right-of-way.
(d)
Open Space Reductions. Open space requirements may be reduced as
follows:
(1)
Up to 25% of the required open space (subsection (c)(1)) may
be reduced if the project site is located within 1,000 feet of a publicly
accessible park, or up to 50% if located within 500 feet of a publicly
accessible park.
(2)
For developments of 50 units or more, up to 25% of the open
space area may be satisfied with an indoor recreation area measuring
at least 2,000 square feet and directly accessible to an outdoor common
area.
(e)
Transition Zones Adjacent to Single Family. See 9-4.130(j) (Transition
to Abutting Rural and Single Family Uses).
(f)
Laundry Facilities. Laundry facilities must be provided in the form
of either: (1) laundry hook-ups within each individual dwelling unit;
or (2) a shared laundry facility equipped with washers and dryers
at a ratio of one washer and dryer for every six units.
(g)
Maintenance Requirement. The site must be maintained and kept clear
of any debris or storage including construction debris, unless part
of an active, approved construction permit. All finishes, structures,
paved areas, and landscaping must be repaired or replaced as needed.
Any dead or non-thriving landscaping must be immediately replaced.
All landscaping required for screening of any use, structure, or utility/mechanical
equipment must be maintained at a height and density to achieve maximum
screening while appearing groomed and orderly. Irrigation systems
must be maintained to ensure long-term viability of the planted areas.
All site lighting must remain in good working order. Movable furniture
or amenities must be replaced by the owner when damaged. All frontage
or on-site trees must be maintained in a manner that allows the tree
to grow to its full natural height and natural canopy. No growth suppressants
are permitted that result in stunting or modifying the natural growth
pattern of the tree. Should such trees be maintained contrary to this
condition, the owner will be responsible for replacement.
(1)
RMF-24 properties identified in the Housing Site Inventory of
the General Plan Housing Element shall be permitted "by right" and
will not be subject to conditional use permit. Proposed planned development
projects or other relief from property development standards on these
parcels shall be subject to discretionary review per the requirements
of the municipal code.
(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016; Ord. 614 § 4, 2017; Ord. 646 § 11, 2021; Ord. 671, 6/25/2024)
