This article lists the land uses that may be allowed within primarily nonresidential 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 nonresidential zoning districts and the manner in which they are applied are as follows:
(a) 
CN (Commercial Neighborhood) Zoning District. This zone is established to provide for small scale retail shopping and personal service facilities at the neighborhood level. The Commercial Neighborhood Zone is situated and designed to serve the limited shopping and service needs of the immediately surrounding residential area.
(b) 
CP (Commercial Profession) Zoning District. This zone is established to provide for offices and limited retail shopping and personal service facilities along arterials and major collectors. The Commercial Professional Zone is situated to serve streets with higher traffic volumes while also serving to provide a compatible transition between such streets and adjacent single-family residential areas.
(c) 
CR (Commercial Retail) Zoning District. This zone is established to provide for a wide range of commercial uses to accommodate most of the retail and service needs of the residents of the City and surrounding areas.
(d) 
CS (Commercial Service) Zoning District. This zone is established to provide for light manufacturing and large lot service commercial needs of the residents of the City and surrounding areas.
(e) 
CT (Commercial Tourist) Zoning District. This zone is established to provide for limited commercial uses intended primarily to serve the public traveling along Highway 101.
(f) 
CPK (Commercial Park) Zoning District. This zone is established to provide for large lot commercial and light manufacturing uses. It is intended that special attention be given to providing for comprehensive development plans to achieve appropriate functional relationships between various uses and preclude "piecemeal" development of existing larger lots.
(g) 
DC (Downtown Commercial) Zoning District. The Downtown Commercial (DC) Zoning District is intended to enhance the economic viability and pedestrian-oriented character of the downtown by encouraging a wide range of retail shops, including artisan craft sales and production; restaurants, entertainment facilities, lodging, and nonautomotive services (banks, health care, etc.). First floor office uses are allowed with storefront and signage appearance review and approval of the Design Review Committee (DRC); however, office uses are encouraged to locate on upper floors leaving prime first floor spaces available for retail and restaurant spaces; and residential uses on upper floors.
(h) 
DO (Downtown Office) Zoning District. The Downtown Office (DO) Zoning District is intended to apply to properties that border the DC District, where a wide variety of professional and other office uses will encourage a weekday pedestrian flow that can take advantage of the restaurant and shopping opportunities in the overall downtown area.
(i) 
IP (Industrial Park) Zoning District. This zone is established to provide for the light manufacturing and large lot service commercial needs of the residents of the City and surrounding areas.
(j) 
I (Industrial) Zoning District. This zone is established to provide suitable locations for heavy manufacturing and industrial uses within the City.
(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016)
Table 3-2 - Nonresidential Use Table
Allowed Land Uses and Permit Requirements
Nonresidential Zones
A Allowed Use, Zoning Clearance Required
CUP Conditional Use Permit Required
AUP Administrative Use Permit Required
□ Not Permitted
Permitted Uses By Zones
Special Regulation(s)
CN
CP
CR
CS
CT
CPK
DC
DO
IP
I
Accessory Storage
A4
CUP4
A4
CUP4
CUP4
A4
A4
9-6.103
Adult Day Care Facility
A
A
A
CUP
Adult Oriented Business
A
A
A
A
9-16
Age Restricted Housing
CUP
Agricultural Produce Stands
A
A
A
A
9-6.117
Amusement Services
A
A
A
A
A
A
Animal Hospitals
CUP7
CUP
A
CUP
9-6.110
Artisan Foods and Products
A
A
A
A5
A
A
ATM
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Auto Dealers (New and Used) and Supplies
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
9-6.163
Auto Repair and Services
CUP
A
A
CUP
A
A
9-6.168
Bar/Tavern
CUP
CUP
CUP
A
Bed and Breakfast
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
Brewery - Production
CUP
CUP
A
A
Broadcast Studios
A
A
Building Materials and Hardware w/outdoor sales or storage area 10,000 sf or greater
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
9-6.165
Building Materials and Hardware w/outdoor sales or storage area less than 10,000 sf
A
A
A
A
A
A
9-6.165
Business Support Services
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Caretaker's Residence/Employee Unit
CUP
CUP
CUP
Childcare Center
A
A
A
CUP
9-6.125
Churches and Related Activities
CUP
CUP
9-6.121
Collection Stations
A4
A4
A4
A4
A4
A4
A4
A4
9-6.130
Contract Construction Services (Indoor)
A
A
A
A
Contract Construction Services (Outdoor)
CUP
CUP
CUP
Data and Computer Services Center
AUP
AUP
CUP
A
A
Day Care
Drive-Through Sales or Services
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
9-4.122
Eating and Drinking Places
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Farm Equipment and Supplies w/outdoor storage or sales area 10,000 sf or greater
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
Farm Equipment and Supplies w/outdoor storage or sales area less than 10,000 sf
A
A
A
A
A
Farmers' Market
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
A
A
Financial Services and Banks
A
A
A
A
A
A
CUP
A
Fuel Dealer
A4
CUP
A4
A4
9-6.129
General Retail
A4
A4
A4
A4
A4
A4
A4
General Retail Greater than 50,000 sf
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
Government Offices and Facilities
A
A
A
A
A
A
CUP9
A
A
A
Health Care Services
A
A
CUP
A
CUP9
A
Horticultural Specialities w/outdoor storage or sales area 10,000 sf or greater
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
9-6.116
Horticultural Specialties w/outdoor sales or storage area less than 10,000 sf
A
A
A
A
A
9-6.116
Hotels, Motels
CUP
A
A
A
CUP
Indoor Recreation Services
CUP
CUP
CUP
A
A
CUP
CUP
CUP
Kennels
CUP
A
9-6.111
Large Family Day Care
CUP8
CUP8
9-6.125
Large Scale Ag Manufacturing
CUP
CUP
A
9-6.103
Laundries and Dry Cleaning Plants
A
A
A
A
Laundromat/Coin-Operated Laundry
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
A
A
Libraries, Museums
A
A
A
A
A
A
Live/Work Unit
A1
Manufacturing and Processing - High Intensity4
CUP
CUP
AUP
AUP
Manufacturing and Processing - Low Intensity
CUP
CUP
A
A
A
A
Medical Extended Care Services: 6 Residents or Less
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
9-6.134
Medical Extended Care Services: 7 Residents or More
CUP
9-6.134
Medical Research
CUP
A
A
CUP
A
A
Membership Organizations
A
A
CUP
CUP
Microbrewery - Brewpub
A
CUP
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Mini-Storage
CUP
CUP
A
A
Mobile Eating and Drinking Vendors6
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Mixed-Use
CUP1
CUP1
CUP1
CUP1
A1
A1
9-3.331
Mortuary Services
A
A
A
A
Multifamily Dwelling
CUP2
CUP2
CUP2
CUP2
9-3.262
Offices
A
A
A
A
A
A
CUP9
A
Outdoor Recreation Services
CUP
CUP
A
AUP
9-6.123
Parking Lots
AUP
AUP
AUP
AUP
AUP
AUP
AUP
AUP
AUP
AUP
Parks and Playgrounds
A
A
Personal Service Restricted
A
CUP
CUP
Printing and Publishing
CUP
CUP
A4
A4
A4
Public Assembly and Entertainment
CUP
CUP
A
CUP
CUP
RCFE — Assisted Living
CUP
9-6.135
RCFE — Independent Living/Senior Apartments
CUP
CUP
CUP
9-6.135
RCFE — Retirement Hotel
CUP
CUP
CUP
9-6.135
Recreational Vehicle Parks
A
9-6.180
Recycling and Scrap
CUP
CUP
9-6.131
Recycling Centers
CUP
CUP
9-6.132
Research and Development
CUP
A
A
CUP
A
A
A
Residential Care: 6 Residents or Less
A2
A2
9-6.135
Retail Sales - Restricted
A
CUP
CUP
Sales Lots
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
9-6.139
Schools
A
A
A
CUP
CUP
9-6.125
Schools — Business and Vocational
A
A
A
A
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
9-6.125
Service Stations
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
9-6.164
Single-Family Dwelling
A1
A1
Single-Room Occupancy Units
CUP
9-6.184
Small Family Day Care
A8
A8
A8
A8
A8
Social and Service Organizations
A
A
A
Sports Assembly
CUP
CUP
A
Storage, Recycling and Dismantling of Vehicles and Material
CUP
CUP
CUP
9-6.131
Tasting Room
A
CUP
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
Telecommunication Facility
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
Temporary Events
A/CUP3
CUP
A/CUP3
A/CUP3
A/CUP3
A/CUP3
A/CUP3
A/CUP3
A
A
9-6.177
Temporary Offices
A
A
A
9-6.176
Temporary or Seasonal Sales
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
A
9-6.174
Transit Stations
CUP
CUP
A
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
Towing Services10
CUP
A10
A10
9-6.167
Utility Facilities
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
CUP
Utility Infrastructure
A
A
CUP
A
A
A
CUP
CUP
A
A
Vehicle and Equipment Storage (Indoor)4
A
CUP
A4
A4
9-6.183
Vehicle and Equipment Storage (Outdoor)4
CUP4
CUP4
CUP4
9-6.183
Vehicle and Freight Terminals
CUP
CUP
CUP
Warehousing
CUP
CUP
A
A
Wholesaling and Distribution Center4
AUP
AUP
A4
A4
A4
A4
Winery — Boutique
A4
A4
A4
A4
A4
A4
A4
Winery — Production
CUP
CUP
A4
A4
Notes: (These notes apply only to Table 3-2).
1
Residential uses allowed only on second and third floors. If a project is required to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and does not have an elevator, one accessible unit may be located on the ground floor in conjunction with commercial space and shall not exceed the greater of:
•
500 sf; or
•
10% of the size of the ground floor commercial space not to exceed 1,000 sf.
2
Multifamily dwellings permitted when located on the second floor or above, or within an existing residential structure of historical significance.
3
Temporary events requiring more than 3 days for on-site setup and teardown require the approval of a conditional use permit (Section 9-2.110).
4
Outdoor commercial and industrial sales and storage developments (as defined by Section 9-9.102) of 10,000 square feet or more require the approval of a conditional use permit (Section 9-2.110), even if such a development is listed as an allowable use in a particular zoning district.
5
Handcrafted and artisan food production shall be ancillary to the retail component.
6
Mobile food vending permitted on private property with owner's permission and City review of parking and access on site. Mobile food trucks used as part of an event may be permitted in the right-of-way with the issuance of an Event Permit.
7
When no overnight stays of animals are included.
8
Permitted when in association with conforming and legal nonconforming residences.
9
Allowed on ground floor south of Atascadero Creek. Conditional use permit required on ground floor on Palma, East Mall, West Mall Entrada, Traffic Way and on El Camino Real north of Atascadero Creek as designated in Figure 3-1, subject to all of the following findings:
a.
The location and setting of the existing building is not ideal for pedestrian uses such as restaurants, retail or related uses.
b.
The existing building and site improvements are designed exclusively for office uses and could not accommodate other uses.
c.
The proposed new office use will be a significant contribution to economic development by providing new jobs, pedestrian traffic, and active uses in the downtown.
d.
The proposed new office will meet parking, accessibility, and property development standards and will not result in new parking along Atascadero Creek, East Mall or West Mall.
e.
The proposed new office building will provide a storefront and other architectural features that complement the pedestrian scale and retail environment desired within the downtown.
10
Outdoor storage of towing related vehicles, towed vehicles, or accessory storage (other than an approved parking lot for employees or fleet vehicles) over eight thousand (8,000) square feet shall require approval of a conditional use permit. (Section 9-2.110), even if such a development is listed as an allowable use in a particular zoning district.
Zoning District Abbreviations
CN - Commercial Neighborhood
CP - Commercial Professional
CR - Commercial Retail
CS - Commercial Service
CT - Commercial Tourist
CPK - Commercial Park
DC - Downtown Commercial
DO - Downtown Office
IP - Industrial Park
I - Industrial
Figure 3-1
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Table 3-2 identifies the uses of land allowed by this Zoning Code in each nonresidential district, and the planning permit required to establish each use, in compliance with Chapters 9-1 and 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.
(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016; Ord. 614 § 4, 2017; Ord. 615 § 4, 2018; Ord. 620 § 4, 2019; Ord. 635 § 5, 2020; Ord. 646 § 11, 2021; Ord. 660 § 5, 2022; Ord. 669, 11/28/2023Ord. 670, 3/12/2024)
(a) 
Mixed-Use Development. Mixed-Use developments are defined as developments that have a vertical separation of commercial and residential land uses in a building, with commercial uses on the ground floor and residential uses above.
(b) 
Density and Fractional Density.
(1) 
Mixed-use developments have a maximum base density of 24 dwelling units per acre.
(2) 
To encourage smaller units that are affordable by design, the City authorizes fractional density units wherein maximum density may be calculated based on unit size in mixed-use developments.
(i) 
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 parcel:
a. 
Units up to 600 square feet = one half (0.50) units.
b. 
Units of 601 square feet up to 1,000 square feet = two thirds (0.66) unit.
c. 
Units over 1,000 square feet = one unit.
(ii) 
Maximum residential development potential is the gross 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 unit) will be the maximum residential development potential. For example, when a calculation results in a density of 4.74 units, up to nine 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 supersede the rules of rounding stated in Section 9-1.109(b)(4).
(iii) 
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.
(c) 
Building Design Standards. See Section 9-4.130 (Multifamily and Mixed-Use Building Design Standards).
(d) 
Mechanical Equipment. Mechanical equipment must be set back no less than five feet from property lines, may not be visible from a public right-of-way, and must comply with Section 9-4.128 (Fencing and screening).
(e) 
Storage. Each dwelling unit must be provided a minimum of 130 cubic feet of enclosed storage space, which do not include closets accessed from the interior of units. 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) 
Long-term bicycle parking spaces must be enclosed, lockable, and located within the residential building on the ground floor unless the building includes elevator access to upper floors.
(2) 
Long-term bicycle parking spaces must provide a minimum of one 110-volt electrical outlet and an additional outlet per 10 bicycle parking spaces for charging electric bicycles.
(3) 
Long-term bicycle parking 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.
(f) 
Transitions Zones Adjacent to Single Family. See 9-4.130(j) (Transition to Abutting Rural and Single Family Uses).
(g) 
Downtown Maximum Average Unit Size. The maximum average size of all dwelling units within a new mixed-use project in the Downtown districts (DO or DC) must be no greater than 1,200 square feet. Any existing units that comply with zoning use standards (are located on upper floors with commercial space below) may be excluded from this calculation.
(h) 
Common and Private Open Space Requirements.
(1) 
Size and Type of Open Space. Recreational or gathering open space (that is separate from the living space of a unit) must be provided at a ratio of 30 square feet per unit.
(i) 
Exemption. Projects with four or fewer units within commercial zones, or developments of 10 or fewer units within the Downtown Zoning districts (DO or DC) are exempt from open space requirements.
(ii) 
For non-exempt developments with 49 dwelling units or less, recreational or gathering open space may be provided as private open space, common open space, or a combination of private and common space.
(iii) 
For developments of 50 or more dwelling units, recreational or gathering open space must be provided as common open space or a combination of private and common areas, provided no more than 50 percent of the open space is private.
(2) 
Private Open Space Standards. Any private outdoor open space used to satisfy subsection (h)(1) must meet the following standards:
(i) 
Minimum dimensions must be five feet (width and depth) in any direction.
(ii) 
The private open space must be adjacent to, and directly accessible from, the residential unit being served.
(3) 
Common Open Space Standards. Any common outdoor open space used to satisfy subsection (h)(1) must meet the following standards:
(i) 
Minimum dimensions shall be 10 feet (width and depth) in any direction.
(ii) 
Common open space areas must be at least 750 square feet.
(iii) 
May be located at grade, on an upper floor terrace or courtyard, or a building rooftop, in the form of a roof deck, except it may not be located at grade within the Downtown Districts nor adjacent to a public street unless in the form of a publicly accessible plaza.
(iv) 
May not be located in drainage basins with a depth of two feet or greater and/or areas not accessible via pedestrian paths or trails to the units being served.
(v) 
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).
(Ord. 646 § 11, 2021; Ord. 671, 6/25/2024)
New subdivisions, land uses, structures, and alterations to existing land uses and structures shall be designed, constructed and established in compliance with the Sections 9-3.62 and 9-3.341 through 9-3.444, in addition to applicable standards (e.g., landscaping, parking, fencing, etc.) in Chapter 9-4, and Special Land Use Regulation in Chapter 9-6 of this title.
(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016; Ord. 620 § 4, 2019; Ord. 671, 6/25/2024)
The following are property development standards for the CN in addition to those found in Chapters 9-3, 9-4, 9-6, and other special use regulations found in this title:
(a) 
Lot Size. The minimum lot size in the Commercial Neighborhood Zone shall be 1/2 acres. Smaller lot sizes may be allowed for planned commercial and industrial developments, including condominiums, where the Planning Commission determines that such smaller lot sizes will not be detrimental to the purpose and intent of the Commercial Neighborhood Zone.
(b) 
Multifamily Dwellings. Multifamily dwellings are permitted with a minor conditional use permit when located on the second floor or above.
(c) 
Fire Backflow Devices. Fire backflow devices are required to be integrated into the site or building design, are prohibited in any public right-of-way, and must also be accessible to Fire Department and Water Company personnel at all times.
(d) 
Fire Connection Devices. Fire department connections shall be installed in accordance with the NFPA standard applicable to the system design and shall comply with Sections 912.2 through 912.7 of the California Fire Code.
(Ord. 602 § 2016; Ord. 620 § 4, 2019; Ord. 635 § 5, 2020; Ord. 671, 6/25/2024)
The following are property development standards for the CP in addition to those found in Chapters 9-3, 9-4, 9-6, and other special use regulations found in this title:
(a) 
Lot Size. The minimum lot size in the Commercial Professional Zone shall be 1/2 acre. Smaller lot sizes may be allowed for planned commercial and industrial developments, including condominiums, where the Planning Commission determines that such smaller lot sizes will not be detrimental to the purpose and intent of the Commercial Professional Zone.
(b) 
Fire Backflow Devices. Fire backflow devices are required to be integrated into the site or building design, are prohibited in any public right-of-way, and must also be accessible to Fire Department and Water Company personnel at all times.
(c) 
Fire Connection Devices. Fire department connections shall be installed in accordance with the NFPA standard applicable to the system design and shall comply with Sections 912.2 through 912.7 of the California Fire Code.
(Ord. 602 § 2016; Ord. 620 § 4, 2019; Ord. 635 § 5, 2020; Ord. 671, 6/25/2024)
The following are property development standards for the CR in addition to those found in Chapters 9-3, 9-4, 9-6, and other special use regulations found in this title:
(a) 
Lot Size. The minimum lot size in the Commercial Retail Zone shall be 1/2 acre. Smaller lot sizes may be allowed for planned commercial and industrial developments, including condominiums, where the Planning Commission determines that such smaller lot sizes will not be detrimental to the purpose and intent of the Commercial Retail Zone.
(b) 
Parking. Parking areas designated to have vehicles facing El Camino Real or the freeway shall be screened with a landscaped berm a minimum of 30 inches in height.
(c) 
Setback. A minimum freeway setback of 10 feet shall be provided. Said setback area shall be landscaped.
(d) 
Utilities. All new and existing utilities shall be installed underground.
(e) 
Fire Backflow Devices. Fire backflow devices are required to be integrated into the site or building design, are prohibited in any public right-of-way, and must also be accessible to Fire Department and Water Company personnel at all times.
(f) 
Fire Connection Devices. Fire department connections shall be installed in accordance with the NFPA standard applicable to the system design and shall comply with Sections 912.2 through 912.7 of the California Fire Code.
(Ord. 602 § 2016; Ord. 620 § 4, 2019; Ord. 635 § 5, 2020; Ord. 671, 6/25/2024)
The following are property development standards for the CS in addition to those found in Chapters 9-3, 9-4, 9-6, and other special use regulations found in this title:
(a) 
Lot Size. The minimum lot size in the Commercial Service Zone shall be one acre. Smaller lot sizes may be allowed for planned commercial and industrial developments, including condominiums, where the Planning Commission determines that such smaller lot sizes will not be detrimental to the purpose and intent of the Commercial Service Zone.
(b) 
Fire Backflow Devices. Fire backflow devices are required to be integrated into the site or building design, are prohibited in any public right-of-way, and must also be accessible to Fire Department and Water Company personnel at all times.
(c) 
Fire Connection Devices. Fire department connections shall be installed in accordance with the NFPA standard applicable to the system design and shall comply with Sections 912.2 through 912.7 of the California Fire Code.
(Ord. 602 § 2016; Ord. 620 § 4, 2019; Ord. 635 § 5, 2020; Ord. 671, 6/25/2024)
The following are property development standards for the CT in addition to those found in Chapters 9-4, 9-6, and other special use regulations found in this title:
(a) 
Lot Size. The minimum lot size in the Commercial Tourist Zone shall be one acre. Smaller lot sizes may be allowed for planned commercial and industrial developments, including condominiums, where the Planning Commission determines that such smaller lot sizes will not be detrimental to the purpose and intent of the Commercial Tourist Zone.
(b) 
Fire Backflow Devices. Fire backflow devices are required to be integrated into the site or building design, are prohibited in any public right-of-way, and must also be accessible to Fire Department and Water Company personnel at all times.
(c) 
Fire Connection Devices. Fire department connections shall be installed in accordance with the NFPA standard applicable to the system design and shall comply with Sections 912.2 through 912.7 of the California Fire Code.
(Ord. 602 § 2016; Ord. 620 § 4, 2019; Ord. 635 § 5, 2020)
The following are property development standards for the CPK in addition to those found in Chapters 9-4, 9-6, and other special use regulations found in this title:
(a) 
Lot Size. The minimum lot size in the Commercial Park Zone shall be two acres. Smaller lot sizes may be allowed for planned commercial and industrial developments, including condominiums, where the Planning Commission determines that such smaller lot sizes will not be detrimental to the purpose and intent of the Commercial Park Zone.
(b) 
Parking. Customer and employee parking areas designed to have vehicles facing El Camino Real or the freeway shall be screened with a landscaped berm a minimum of 30 inches in height. This may be modified through the conditional use permit process.
(c) 
Setback. A minimum freeway setback shall be provided. Said setback shall be landscaped. This may be modified through the conditional use permit process.
(d) 
Utilities. All new and existing utilities shall be installed underground.
(e) 
Fire Backflow Devices. Fire backflow devices are required to be integrated into the site or building design, are prohibited in any public right-of-way, and must also be accessible to Fire Department and Water Company personnel at all times.
(f) 
Fire Connection Devices. Fire department connections shall be installed in accordance with the NFPA standard applicable to the system design and shall comply with Sections 912.2 through 912.7 of the California Fire Code.
(Ord. 602 § 2016; Ord. 620 § 4, 2019; Ord. 635 § 5, 2020)
The following are property development standards for both the DC and DO zoning districts, in addition to those found in Chapters 9-4, 9-6, and other special use regulations found in this title.
Development Feature
Requirement by Zoning District
DC
DO
Downtown Commercial
Downtown Office
Minimum lot size
No minimum
Setbacks
Minimum and maximum setbacks required. See Section 9-4.103 for setback requirement, allowed projections into setbacks, and exceptions to setbacks.
Primary Street
None allowed, except for building insets designed to accommodate outdoor eating and seating areas, and except for East Mall between El Camino Real and Palma Avenue, where a minimum of 20 feet is required
As required by Section 9-4.106 when adjacent to a residential zone, none required otherwise.
Sides (each)
None required
Rear
None required
Creek
To be determined through Design Review
Height limit
45 feet; 18 feet on the west side of El Camino Real between Atascadero Creek and the lot line common to Lots 19 and 20, Block H-B, Atascadero Colony Map.
35 feet
Landscaping
As required by Section 9-4.124 et seq. (Landscaping, screening and fencing)
Off-street parking
None required, except as required by Section 9-4.114 for hotels, motels, residential uses, offices, government offices and facilities, and health care services, and for all development east of Atascadero Creek.
As required by Section 9-4.114 et seq.
Signs
See Chapter 9-15
Density
24 dwelling units/acre maximum See also Section 9-3.331(b) (Density and Fractional Density).
24 dwelling units/acre maximum See also Section 9-3.331(b) (Density and Fractional Density).
Fire backflow devices
(a) Fire Backflow Devices. Fire backflow devices are required to be integrated into the site or building design, are prohibited in any public right-of-way, and must also be accessible to Fire Department and Water Company personnel at all times.
(b) Fire Connection Devices. Fire department connections shall be installed in accordance with the NFPA standard applicable to the system design and shall comply with Sections 912.2 through 912.7 of the California Fire Code.
(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016; Ord. 614 § 4, 2017; Ord. 615 § 4, 2018; Ord. 635 § 5, 2020; Ord. 670, 3/12/2024; Ord. 671, 6/25/2024)
The following are property development standards for the IP zoning district, in addition to those found in Chapters 9-4, 9-6, and other special use regulations found in this title.
(a) 
Lot Size. The minimum lot size in the Industrial Park Zone shall be two acres. Smaller lot sizes may be allowed for planned commercial and industrial developments, including condominiums, where the Planning Commission determines that such smaller lot sizes will not be detrimental to the purpose and intent of the Industrial Park Zone.
(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016; Ord. 620 § 4, 2019)
The following are property development standards for the I zoning district, in addition to those found in Chapters 9-4, 9-6, and other special use regulations found in this title.
(a) 
Lot Size. The minimum lot size in the Industrial Zone shall be two acres. Smaller lot sizes may be allowed for planned commercial and industrial developments, including condominiums, where the Planning Commission determines that such smaller lot sizes will not be detrimental to the purpose and intent of the Industrial Zone.
(Ord. 602 § 2, 2016; Ord. 620 § 4, 2019)