The Planned Development Overlay Zone identifies areas where development standards or processing procedures different from those established by the underlying zoning district. Chapter 9-4 or Chapter 9-6, are deemed necessary to promote orderly and harmonious development and to enhance the opportunity to best utilize special characteristics of an area.
(Ord. 68 § 9-3.641, 1983)
The standards of Section 9-3.645 et seq., apply to all uses for which a zoning approval is required that are located in a Planned Development Overlay Zone.
(Ord. 68 § 9-3.642, 1983)
The development standards, special use standards and processing requirements of the underlying zoning district shall apply in a Planned Development Overlay Zone unless specifically modified, to a greater or lesser extent, by a Planned Development Overlay Zone. The Planned Development Overlay Zone may be used as follows:
(a) 
To modify setbacks; heights; parking and loading; landscaping, screening and fencing; signs; streets and frontage improvements; and other development and special use standards set forth in Chapters 9-4 and 9-6; and
(b) 
To modify processing procedures set forth by the underlying zoning district (Chapter 9-3); and
(c) 
To establish other development standards or processing requirements; and
(d) 
To modify minimum lot sizes or permitted density.
(Ord. 68 § 9-3.643, 1983)
In approving the establishment of a Planned Development Overlay Zone, the following findings shall be made:
(a) 
Modification of development standards or processing requirements is warranted to promote orderly and harmonious development.
(b) 
Modification of development standards or processing requirements will enhance the opportunity to best utilize special characteristics of an area and will have a beneficial effect on the area.
(c) 
Benefits derived from the overlay zone cannot be reasonably achieved through existing development standards or processing requirements.
(d) 
Proposed plans, if any, offer certain redeeming features to compensate for requested modifications.
(Ord. 68 § 9-3.644, 1983)
Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 1 is established as shown on the official zoning maps (Section 9-1.102). The following modifications to development standards and processing requirements are established:
(a) 
A master plan of development shall be approved prior to approving a plot plan, precise plan, conditional use permit, or tentative parcel or tract map. The master plan of development shall be applied for and processed in the manner prescribed for a conditional use permit (Section 9-2.110).
(b) 
In approving a master plan of development, the level of processing for subsequent projects or phases may be reduced to a plot plan provided that the master plan contains sufficient detail to support such a determination.
(c) 
No subsequent plot plan, precise plan, conditional use permit, or tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved master plan of development. Any amendment to a master plan of development, including conditions thereof, shall be accomplished as set forth in subsection (a) of this section.
(d) 
A minimum front setback of 20 feet shall be provided along the El Camino Real frontage of all parcels. Rear setbacks shall be a minimum of 10 feet.
(e) 
Plans shall make provision to develop an attractive appearance along Highway 101 through the use of landscaping, building and parking orientation and other means.
(f) 
The number of driveways along El Camino Real shall be minimized to prevent potential traffic conflicts.
(g) 
All utilities shall be installed underground.
(h) 
Exterior building materials shall be reviewed for acceptability and shall exhibit compatible relationships between buildings on a particular site or parcel.
(Ord. 68 § 9-3.645, 1983)
Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 2 is established as shown on the official zoning maps (Section 9-1.102). The following modifications to development standards are established:
(a) 
The maximum density shall not exceed one dwelling unit for each four acres of land although individual lots may be smaller, provided that the overall project density conforms with the specified maximum density.
(b) 
Individual lot sizes shall be established in conjunction with the tentative tract map considering physical features and site characteristics and shall not be required to comply with minimum lot size criteria, including the two and one-half (2½) acre minimum, required by the Residential Suburban Zone provided that the overall project density conforms with the specified maximum density.
(c) 
Design of the subdivision shall incorporate mitigation measures set forth in the Final Environmental Impact Report.
(d) 
A tentative tract map showing the proposed division of land for the entire site shall be submitted and approved prior to any site development. The tentative tract map may propose a phasing plan for improvements and for future land divisions.
(e) 
Individual lots not created by the recordation of the tract map approved for the entire site shall not be permitted to be reduced in size by subsequent land division even though such lots might otherwise conform to criteria set forth in the Residential Suburban Zone.
(Ord. 68 § 9-3.646, 1983)
Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 3 is established as shown on the official zoning maps (Section 9-1.102). The following modifications to development standards are established:
(a) 
A minimum front setback of 10 feet shall be provided along the frontage of all parcels. Setback shall apply to buildings, structures and parking areas and shall be landscaped.
(b) 
Parcels, including lots with double frontage, which have frontage on Santa Ynez Avenue, Amapoa Avenue, Navajoa Avenue and Atascadero Avenue with residentially-zoned property on the same or opposite side of the street, shall provide a 25 foot setback; provided, that the following may encroach not more than twelve and one-half (12½) feet into the setback:
(1) 
A one-story building less than 15 feet in overall height when designed to minimize visual impacts on adjacent residential uses;
(2) 
Parking when designated to minimize visual impacts on adjacent residential uses.
(c) 
Nonresidential uses shall not use local streets as the primary access to parking areas except when it is determined that no other feasible means of access is available.
(d) 
Nonresidential uses shall incorporate suitable screening and design features into plans in order to create a compatible relationship with adjacent residential uses.
(Ord. 68 § 9-3.647, 1983; Ord. 457 § 3, 2004)
The Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 4 is established as shown on the official zoning maps (Section 9-1.102). The following modifications to development standards are established:
(a) 
No lot shall be developed unless it is connected to Traffic Way by a paved road.
(b) 
Industrial uses shall incorporate suitable screening and design features into plans in order to create a compatible relationship with nearby residential uses.
(c) 
Areawide circulation deficiencies shall be evaluated prior to the establishment of traffic-generating industrial uses.
(d) 
Waste created by proposed industrial processes shall be reviewed in conjunction with a plot plan, precise plan or conditional use permit. When community sewers are not available, the lack of adequate waste handling facilities shall be evaluated in considering whether or not to approve the application.
(Ord. 68 § 9-3.648, 1983)
The Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 5 is established as shown on the official zoning maps (Section 9-1.102). The following development standards are established:
(a) 
Approval of a conditional use permit reflecting a Master Plan of Development for a waterslide and related uses shall be required prior to approving a grading permit, or tentative parcel or tract map. The Master Plan of Development shall be applied for and processed as a conditional use permit (Section 9-2.110).
(b) 
In approving a Master Plan of Development, the level of processing for subsequent projects or phases may be reduced to a plot plan provided that the Master Plan contains sufficient detail to support such a determination.
(c) 
No subsequent plot plan, precise plan, conditional use permit, or tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved Master Plan of Development. Any amendment to a Master Plan of Development, including conditions thereof, shall be accomplished as set forth in subsection (a) of this section.
(d) 
Building architecture shall be compatible with the architecture of Hans Heilmann Regional Park.
(e) 
Landscape plans shall make provision to develop a distinct buffer zone between the outdoor recreation use and adjacent residential property.
(Ord. 114 § 3, 1985)
The Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 6 is established as shown on the official zoning maps (Section 9-1.102). The following development standards are established:
(a) 
Approval of a conditional use permit reflecting a Master Plan of Development for a residential development and related uses shall be required prior to approving a grading permit, or tentative parcel or tract map. The Master Plan of Development shall be applied for and processed as a conditional use permit (Section 9-2.110).
(b) 
In approving a Master Plan of Development, the level of processing for subsequent projects or phases may be reduced to a plot plan provided that the Master Plan contains sufficient detail to support such a determination.
(c) 
No subsequent plot plan, precise plan, conditional use permit, or tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved Master Plan of Development. Any amendment to a Master Plan of Development, including conditions thereof, shall be accomplished as set forth in subsection (a) of this section.
(d) 
Building height shall be limited to 30 feet (not to exceed two stories).
(e) 
An open space easement shall be provided for those areas above the nine-hundred-sixty-foot (960) contour line as shown on the 1965 Atascadero, California USGS Quadrangle (15 minute series).
(f) 
Deleted.
(g) 
A Master Plan of Development prepared pursuant to this section shall include a traffic analysis and circulation study, including analysis of ingress and egress to the area originating/terminating at El Camino Real.
(h) 
No development shall occur prior to the extension of sewer service to each lot, parcel, or building site proposed for development.
(i) 
The developer or applicant for development entitlement shall contribute a fair share of the cost of required off-site drainage, sewage, and circulation improvements as identified in the Master Plan of Development and as required by the City Engineer.
(Ord. 133 § 3, 1986; Ord. 211 § 2, 1990)
A Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 7 may be established in Multiple-Family Residential Zones. The following development standards shall be applied to all projects within Planned Development Zone No. 7:
(a) 
A Master Plan of Development of the site shall be approved. All construction and development shall be done in conformance with the approved master plan.
(b) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved Master Plan of Development.
(c) 
A proposed planned development project shall consist of no fewer than four residential units.
(d) 
A parent lot or lots shall have frontage on a public street.
(e) 
Each dwelling unit shall be subject to review under the City's Appearance Review Guidelines.
(f) 
Building setbacks shall be as follows:
Primary street yard at residence
15 feet
Side yards (combined)
10 feet
Corner street yard (corner lot)
12 feet
Rear yard (single-story)
10 feet
Rear yard (two-story)
15 feet
Garages shall be recessed from the front of the residence by at least five feet.
(1) 
Physically Unique Sites. Sites with one or more mature trees, steep slopes, riparian areas and/or some other unique physical characteristic are not subject to the above setback requirements provided the following findings are made: (i) that flexibility from the above setback standards is necessary to enable the environmentally superior design alternative; (ii) that at least 50% of each individual lot will be landscaped; and (iii) that at least 60% of the net area of the overall site will be landscaped.
(g) 
Building coverage (residence plus garage footprint) shall not exceed 35% of the individual lot area. Landscaping shall constitute a minimum of 40% of the lot area. The measurement of landscaped areas shall be exclusive of driveways, patios, decks, etc.
(h) 
Two-story residences shall have a second floor that is limited to 75% of the gross area of the first floor inclusive of the garage.
(i) 
All mechanical equipment, including HVAC units and utility meters, shall be screened from view from adjacent streets and properties.
(j) 
Exterior fencing shall be consistent throughout the project. Design and appearance of fences and/or walls shall be compatible with the design of the dwelling units.
(k) 
Accessory buildings (sheds, etc.) will be allowed; however, the footprint of such accessory buildings will count toward the maximum percent of allowable building coverage.
(l) 
Each proposed lot shall have a minimum frontage of 45 feet, except that lots at the end of a cul-de-sac may be 40 feet.
(m) 
Parking for two resident vehicles shall be provided in a garage with minimum interior dimensions of 20 feet by 20 feet. One guest parking space of at least nine feet by 18 feet shall be provided on each individual lot. The driveway area may be used to satisfy the guest parking requirement. On-street parking shall not be used to satisfy the parking requirements.
(n) 
Private open space shall be provided for each residential unit at a ratio of 300 square feet for the first two bedrooms. Each bedroom in excess of two shall cause the private open space to be increased by 50 square feet. The required front yard setback area shall not be used to satisfy the open space requirement; however, side and rear setback areas may be utilized. The minimum width of the private open space area shall not be less than 10 feet.
(o) 
Individual trash collection shall be used for each residential unit. Provisions shall be made for storage of trash cans within the garage or fenced area.
(p) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone and cable, along the frontage of and within the PD shall be installed underground.
(q) 
Alterations or additions to established dwelling units shall be subject to the density standards of the underlying zone and shall be reviewed pursuant to the City's Appearance Review Guidelines.
(r) 
All dwelling units shall be equipped with water conservation devices to include low-flow shower heads and toilets, and drip irrigation systems.
(Ord. 151 § 3, 1987; Ord. 150 § 3, 1987; Ord. 222 § 2, Exh. A, 1991; Ord. 325 § 2 (Exh. A), 1997; Ord. 660 § 5, 2022)
Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 8 is established as shown on the Official Zoning Maps (Section 9-1.102). The following development standards are established:
(a) 
A Master Plan of Development shall be approved prior to any development of the site. The master plan shall be processed in the same manner as a conditional use permit except that Master Plan may be submitted and processed in the same manner set forth for the processing of a tentative map.
(b) 
In approving a Master Plan of Development for the site, the uses allowed shall be limited to:
(1) 
Single-family dwellings;
(2) 
Residential accessory uses (see Section 9-6.106);
(3) 
Home occupation (see Section 9-6.105);
(4) 
Temporary dwelling (see Section 9-6.176);
(5) 
Pipelines;
(c) 
No uses shall be established, or expanded, unless approved pursuant to a Master Plan following a public hearing.
(d) 
The grove of oak trees located on the slope between the top of the knoll and the intersection of Santa Barbara and Atascadero Roads shall be preserved. In approving a Master Plan, or tentative map, efforts shall be made to place this extreme western portion of the property into open space easement, or otherwise ensure its preservation.
(e) 
Residential uses shall be subject to appearance review.
(f) 
An open space easement of 6.5± acres shall be maintained in perpetuity on the northern part of lot 1 created by parcel map AT 05-0364. The open space easement shall remain landscaped and with plant material in good condition consistent with the landscape plan adopted by CUP 2005-0175 (Master Plan of Development PD-8). No structures, vehicles, equipment, livestock or material shall be erected or stored in the open space easement. No further subdivisions or lot line adjustments shall be permitted of lot 1 created by parcel map AT 05-0364.
(g) 
The limited grazing of animals for the purpose of annual wildfire fuel management is permitted.
(Ord. 221 § 3, Exh. B, 1991; Ord. 338 § 2, 1998; Ord. 518 § 2, 2007)
Commercial Park Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 9 is established as shown on the official zoning maps (Section 9-1.102). The following development standards are established:
(a) 
A Master Plan of Development shall be approved prior to approving a plot plan, precise plan, conditional use permit, tentative parcel map or tract map. The Master Plan shall be applied for and processed in the manner prescribed for a conditional use permit (Section 9-2.110).
(b) 
The proposed Master Plan of Development shall generally incorporate the mitigation measures as contained in the final supplemental environmental impact report (EIR), prepared by Site and Environmental Design, February 1992. Depending on the proposed project, the EIR may need to be modified or expanded to address unforeseen environmental impacts.
(c) 
In approving a Master Plan of Development, the level of processing for subsequent projects or phases may be reduced to a plot plan; provided, that the Master Plan contains sufficient detail to support such a determination.
(d) 
No subsequent plot plan, precise plan, conditional use permit, tentative parcel map or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved Master Plan of Development. Any amendment to the Master Plan, including conditions thereof, shall be accomplished as set forth in subsection (a) of this section.
(e) 
In approving a Master Plan of Development for the site, the conditionally allowed land uses are limited to the following:
(1) 
Automobile, mobilehome, and vehicle dealers and suppliers (see Section 9-6.163 of this title);
(2) 
Accessory storage (see Section 9-6.103 of this title);
(3) 
Building materials and hardware (see Section 9-6.165 of this title);
(4) 
Business support services;
(5) 
Contract construction services;
(6) 
Eating and drinking places with drive-through facilities;
(7) 
Electronic and scientific instruments;
(8) 
Farm equipment and supplies;
(9) 
Furniture and fixtures;
(10) 
Horticultural specialties (see Section 9-6.116 of this title);
(11) 
Hotels, motels;
(12) 
Sales lots (see Section 9-6.139 of this title);
(13) 
Small scale manufacturing;
(14) 
Temporary events (see Section 9-6.177 of this title);
(15) 
Temporary/seasonal sales (see Section 9-6.174 of this title);
(16) 
Utility transmission facilities;
(17) 
Vehicle and equipment storage (see Section 9-6.183 of this title);
(18) 
Indoor recreation;
(19) 
Pipelines;
(20) 
Public assembly and entertainment.
(f) 
Any development shall be served by City sewer.
(Ord. 249 § 3 (Exh. B), 1993; Ord. 525 § 3, 2008)
Residential Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 9 is established as shown on the official zoning maps (Section 9-1.102 of this title). The following development standards are established:
(a) 
A Master Plan of Development shall be approved prior to approving a plot plan, precise plan, conditional use permit, tentative parcel map, or tract map. The master plan shall be applied for and processed in the manner prescribed for a conditional use permit (Section 9-2.110 of this title).
(b) 
The proposed master plan of development shall generally incorporate the mitigation measures as contained in the final supplemental environmental impact report (EIR), prepared by Site and Environmental Design, February 1992. Depending on the proposed project, the EIR may need to be modified or expanded to address unforeseen environmental impacts.
(c) 
In approving a master plan of development, the level of processing for subsequent projects or phases may be reduced to a plot plan; provided, that the master plan contains sufficient detail to support such a determination.
(d) 
No subsequent plot plan, precise plan, conditional use permit, tentative parcel map or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved master plan of development. Any amendment to the master plan, including conditions thereof, shall be accomplished as set forth in subsection (a) of this section.
(e) 
In approving a master plan of development for the site, the conditionally allowed land uses are limited to the following:
(1) 
Single family residential;
(2) 
Age restricted senior housing developments;
(3) 
Public parks;
(4) 
Open space.
(f) 
Single family residential development shall be subject to the following standards:
(1) 
Each proposed lot shall have a minimum net lot area of 0.30 acres;
(2) 
Parking for two resident vehicles shall be provided in a garage with minimum interior dimensions of 20 feet by 20 feet. One guest parking space of at least nine feet by 18 feet shall be provided on each individual lot. The driveway area may be used to satisfy the guest parking requirement. On-street parking shall not be used to satisfy the parking requirements.
(Ord. 249 § 3 (Exh. B), 1993; Ord. 435 § 2, 2004)
Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 10 is established as shown on the official zoning maps (Section 9-1.102 of this title). The development standards contained within the master plan of development document (CUP 2005-0156), as conditioned, shall be applied to all future development within the project area, and as follows:
(a) 
All site developments shall require the approval of a master plan of development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(b) 
The Vesting Tentative Tract Map (TTM 2003-0044) and any subsequent amendments for the site shall be consistent with CUP 2003-0117. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(c) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(d) 
The residential dwelling units, landscaping, walls and fencing shall be subject to review under the City's Appearance Review requirements consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(e) 
Building setbacks, landscape area, and lot coverage shall be as identified within the approved master plan of development.
(f) 
All landscaping shown on the approved landscape plan will be installed by the developer and shall be maintained, as approved through a homeowners' association or similar maintenance mechanism.
(g) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone and cable, along the frontage of, and within the PD and along the project frontages shall be installed and/or relocated underground.
(h) 
An open space and tree preservation easement shall be recorded on the final map over the existing riparian area.
(Ord. 263 § 2 (Exh. B), 1993; Ord. 296 § 2 (Exh. A), 1996; Ord. 485 § 2, 2005)
The Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 11 is established as shown on the official zoning maps (Section 9-1.102 of this title). The conditions of development are established:
Conditions of Approval.
(a) 
Planning Division.
(1) 
To ensure conformance with the provisions of the PD-11 Overlay Zone, a master plan of development shall be prepared which satisfies all of the following conditions prior to the recordation of any final document implementing Lot Line Adjustment 94-005. The Master Development Plan shall consist of the one inch equals 40 feet plans entitled "Precise Road Alignment/Lot Grading Plan," amended and supplemented, as required by these conditions.
(2) 
A Mitigation Monitoring Program, prepared in conformance with the Mitigation Monitoring Plan contained in the final EIR for this project, shall be prepared and implemented prior to the commencement of any construction. Preparation of the Mitigation Monitoring Program shall be the financial responsibility of the applicant.
(3) 
The applicant shall demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the City Attorney, that adequate title and/or interest has been obtained for the existing Colony rights-of-way within the project boundary prior to approval of the Master Development Plan.
(4) 
The Master Development Plan shall show the location of building envelopes, leach field areas, and driveways for lots whose average slope exceeds 30%. The building, leach field and driveway locations shall be subject to the review and approval of the Community Development Director.
(5) 
Open space easements to provide wildlife corridors shall be provided in conformance with the recommendations of the Final EIR. Limits on fencing and other detrimental uses within easement areas shall be restricted by the project CC and R's. The location of the easements and CC and R restrictions shall be subject to the review and approval of the Community Development Director.
(6) 
The "Open Space" lots (Lots A, B and C) as shown on Exhibit B shall be offered for dedication to the City.
(7) 
Road Abandonment 94-001 shall be completed and all necessary documents shall be recorded prior to, or simultaneously with the recordation of any final document(s) implementing LLA 94-005.
(8) 
Retaining walls shall be used wherever feasible to reduce the amount of grading necessary for the construction of roads and homes. Grading plans shall be reviewed by the City Engineer and Community Development Director to ensure that proposed grading does not exceed that necessary to develop the site.
(9) 
Road maintenance agreements, in a form approved by the City Attorney, shall be prepared and recorded for each group of lots which share a driveway or other common access. The agreements may be made a part of the CC and R's, or may be recorded as deed restrictions, or may be recorded as separate road maintenance agreements.
(10) 
The applicant shall prepare a Comprehensive Restoration Plan (CRP) as part of the road improvement plans. The CRP shall be prepared by a qualified professional and shall address plant lists, planting methods (to include slope preparation, mulching and slope protection), and a maintenance program, including weed control and irrigation. The CRP shall be reviewed and approved by the City Engineer and Community Development Director prior to the issuance of permits for road construction.
(11) 
The lot line adjustment shall not result in the establishment of any greater number of lots that are nonconforming due to lot size than currently exists. The lot line adjustment shall not result in the establishment of any lot which is smaller than the smallest currently existing Colony lot within the subject site.
(b) 
Fire Department.
(1) 
Water Supply.
(i) 
Prior to final occupancy release by the City, the minimum required fire flow shall be 1,000 gallons per minute at 20 psi residual pressure for a 120-minute duration in residential development, or as approved by the Fire Chief. The required fire flow will increase, as provided in UFC Appendix III-A, based on square feet of residential construction, with a 50% fire flow credit for automatic sprinkler systems.
Verification must be provided from water company or fire department records in established areas or by a proof of design test at the completion of new on-site water main construction. Homes designated strictly as model homes and/or sales offices, but with no residential occupancy, shall be granted exemption from the required fire flow as approved by the Fire Chief.
(ii) 
Underground fire service mains and appurtenances shall conform to NFPA 24 minimum standard and plans are reviewed by the Fire Department prior to installation. The underground main size shall be a minimum of eight inch diameter.
If combustible building materials are used, a temporary onsite water tank with an approved Fire Department connection shall be installed prior to any stockpiling or installing any combustible materials.
(iii) 
Fire Hydrants. The minimum number and distribution of fire hydrants is one hydrant every 500 feet as provided in UFC Appendix III-B. The fire hydrant will be Atascadero Mutual Water Company specification with one four and one-half (4½) inch and one or more two and one-half (2½) inch outlets. Existing hydrants may be adequate, provided they consist of a minimum of one four and one-half (4½) inch and one two and one-half (2½) inch outlet.
New hydrant color will be Safety Yellow for public right-of-way and Safety Red for private right-of-way. All hydrants in the public right-of-way to have "Blue Dot" highway reflector installed on the adjacent street of driveway to clearly identify the fire hydrant location.
(iv) 
The dwellings shall be equipped with a residential automatic fire sprinkler system. The sprinkler system will be designed and installed according to NFPA Pamphlet No. 1 3D. The fire department requires a minimum one inch water meter for residential sprinkler systems.
(2) 
Fire Apparatus Access.
(i) 
If combustible construction materials are used, all required public access roadways shall be completed to a minimum width of 20 feet, or as described in subsections (a.) and (b.) below, capable of supporting 40,000 pounds, with an all-weather surface, to within 150 feet of all stockpiles and all sides of buildings with combustible construction. The access roadways to be posted "No Stopping/Fire Lane" and shall not be used for the storage of materials. Proposed private roads, driveways or extensions of existing roads shall be designed and constructed as follows:
a. 
Single-family residential access road. A vehicular access to more than one parcel or vehicular access to a single parcel with more than two buildings or more than three dwelling units shall be 12 feet width for one-way traffic and 16 feet width for two-way traffic. The road shall also provide for a 10 foot fuel modification area on each side.
b. 
Driveway. A vehicular access to a single parcel with one or two buildings, having no more than three dwelling units on a single parcel and any number of accessory buildings.
Length
Required Width
0—49 feet
12 feet
50—99 feet
14 feet
Greater than 200 feet
16 feet (Note 1 and Note 2)
NOTES:
1.
For driveways exceeding 300 feet, turnaround shall be provided at the building site and must be within 50 feet of the dwelling.
2.
For driveway exceeding 800 feet, a turnout shall be provided at the midpoint or every 400 feet.
(ii) 
Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet and six inches. Driveways shall have not less than 15 feet of vertical clearance.
(iii) 
Fire apparatus access roads and driveways shall be designed and maintained to support the imposed loads of 40,000 pounds at 25 miles per hour, and shall be provided with a surface so as to provide all-weather driving capabilities.
(iv) 
The turning radius of a fire apparatus access road shall have a horizontal inside radius curvature of not less than 28 feet inside radius and 48 feet outside radius.
(v) 
All dead-end fire apparatus access roads in excess of 150 feet in length shall be provided with approved provisions for turning around of fire apparatus. The bulb or cul-de-sac radius shall not be less than 40 feet. The hammer-head T shall extend a minimum of 30 feet to each side of the centerline of the entry road and be 18 feet wide. The turnaround shall extend 40 feet from the entry road and be a minimum of 18 feet wide. Where parcels are zoned five acres or larger, turnarounds shall be provided at intervals of approximately 1,320 feet, or as approved by the Fire Chief. Each dead-end road shall have a turnaround constructed at its terminus.
(vi) 
The minimum level of improvement is determined by the grade of the access road or driveway providing access from the road to the building site or parking area as follows (UFC 10.204):
Surface
Minimum Grade
All-Weather
Less than 12 percent
Nonskid (Note 1)
12 percent to 16 percent
Nonskid (Note 2)
Over 16 percent
Note 1.
Surface shall be asphalt or concrete in the City of Atascadero Engineering Standard Specifications and Drawings including a nonskid finish (brushed concrete or equivalent pavement).
Note 2.
A driveway/access road that would provide a grade greater than 16% and less than 20% and is designed by a Registered Civil Engineer may be considered on a case-by-case basis by the Fire Chief.
(vii) 
The maximum length of dead-end road, including all dead-end roads accessed from the dead-end roads, shall use the following cumulative lengths as a guideline for approval by the Fire Chief, regardless of the number of parcels served:
Parcels less than 1 acre
800 feet
Parcels 1 acre to 4.66 acres
1,320 feet
Parcels 5 acres to 19.99 acres
2,640 feet
Parcels 20 + acres
5,290 feet
All lengths shall be measured from the edge of the roadway surface at the intersection that begins from the road to the end of the dead-end road surface at its farthest point. Where a dead-end road crosses areas of differing zones, the shortest allowable length shall apply.
(3) 
Fuel Management. All parcels shall comply with the Fire Department's wildland fuel management program. The hazardous vegetation that the program is concerned with is seasonal and recurrent in nature. Therefore, the operation of the program is planned on a continuous annual basis.
(c) 
Engineering Division.
(1) 
Road Improvements—General.
(i) 
All road improvements shall be constructed in accordance with the City Engineering Department Standard Specifications and Drawings or as directed by the City Engineer.
(ii) 
An encroachment permit shall be obtained from the City Engineering Department prior to the start of construction. The applicant shall enter into a Plan Check/Inspection agreement with the City.
(iii) 
Road improvement plans prepared by a registered civil engineer shall be submitted for review and approval by the City Engineer prior to approval of the Master Development Plan.
Road improvement plans shall conform to the requirements of the City Standard Specifications, Section 2—Preparation of Plans. R-value testing shall be done, and pavement sections designed by a registered civil engineer to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
(2) 
Road Improvements—On-Site.
(i) 
The following roads shall be fully improved to a Rural Hillside Collection Section (City Std. 404), or as approved by the City Engineer prior to the issuance of building permits. The structural section shall be based on a T.I. = 5.0.
a. 
San Marcos Road from the project boundary to the intersection of Cenegal Road (prior to Phase I);
b. 
Cenegal Road from the project boundary to the intersection of San Marcos Road (prior to Phase II);
(ii) 
All other roads within the project boundary shall be fully improved to a Rural Hillside Local Section (City Std. 402), or as approved by the City Engineer prior to the issuance of building permits. The structural section shall be based on a T.I. = 4.0.
(iii) 
The minimum right-of-way width for all on-site roads shall be 50 feet.
(iv) 
All cul-de-sacs shall meet the requirements of City Standard 415, Typical Cul-de-Sac for rural areas with an unobstructed turning radius of 40 feet and a paved radius of 34 feet, or as approved by the City Fire Marshal. Areas not paved within the 40-foot unobstructed turning radius shall be designed and maintained to support imposed loads of 40,000 pounds at 25 miles per hour and shall be provided with a surface which provides for all weather driving capabilities.
(v) 
Slope easements shall be provided on each side of the right-of-way as needed to accommodate cut slopes, fill slopes and/or retaining structures.
(vi) 
Curve widening shall be constructed on all on-site roads in conformance with Section 4, Paragraph F of the City Standard Specifications, or as approved by the City Engineer.
(vii) 
On-site road alignments shall be designed such that all existing streets, roads and alleys outside the project boundary, which intersect the project boundary, are provided with, and capable of obtaining, access from the on-site roads. Road alignments outside the project boundary, which intersect the project boundary, shall be clearly shown on the improvement plans.
(viii) 
The applicant shall install all necessary street name and traffic signs as well as all necessary traffic striping and markings as required by the City Engineer.
(ix) 
The applicant shall offer to dedicate all road rights-of-way for on-site roads to the City. The irrevocable offer of dedication shall be filed prior to, or simultaneously with, the recordation of any final document implementing Lot Line Adjustment 94-005.
(3) 
Road Improvements—Off-Site.
(i) 
Curve widening shall be constructed on Los Altos Road from Highway 41 to San Marcos Road where curve radii is less than 200 feet. Curve widening shall be constructed in conformance with Section 4, Paragraph F of the City Standard Specifications, or as approved by the City Engineer. Plans for the curve widening shall be submitted for review and approval by the City Engineer prior to the approval of the Master Development Plan.
The curve widening on Los Altos Road shall be constructed when the ADT on Los Altos Road reaches 500 vehicles per day, with the development of the twenty-seventh lot in Phase 1, or within three years of the issuance of building permits for Phase 1, whichever is earlier.
(ii) 
A "Stop" sign and stop bar shall be constructed at the intersection of Los Altos Road and San Marcos Road and shall be constructed with the development of Phase 1 of the project and prior to the issuance of building permits.
(iii) 
San Marcos Road between Los Altos Road and the project boundary shall be improved preparatory to acceptance of this portion of road into the City maintained system.
Curve widening shall be constructed where curve radii is less than 200 feet. Curve widening shall be constructed in conformance with Section 4, Paragraph F of the City Standard Specifications, or as approved by the City Engineer. Improvement plans for the curve widening shall be submitted for review and approval by the City Engineer prior to approval of the Master Development Plan.
San Marcos Road between Los Altos Road and the project boundary shall be improved prior to the development of Phase 1 of the project and prior to the issuance of building permits.
(iv) 
The applicant shall enter into a maintenance agreement with the City for the portion of San Marcos Road between Los Altos Road and the project boundary. The agreement shall guarantee that damage to the road which results from construction traffic generated by the development of the project is properly repaired. The agreement shall be reviewed and approved by the City Engineer and the City Attorney. The agreement shall remain in-force throughout construction of Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the project.
A maintenance security in a form acceptable to the City Attorney and the City Engineer shall be posted for the portion of San Marcos Road between Los Altos Road and the project boundary. The maintenance security shall remain effective until final acceptance of both Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the project.
(v) 
The existing left-turn lane on State Highway 41 for eastbound traffic entering Los Altos Road shall be brought into conformance with current Caltrans Design Standards. New left-turn lane improvements shall be constructed on State Highway 41 for eastbound traffic entering the driveway serving lots 109-112. Prior to the issuance of any additional building permits for housing units after the year 2013; the applicant shall provide the City with updated financial assurance mechanisms for the left-turn lane improvements at Los Altos Road.
Timing (Los Altos Road): The improvements necessary to bring the existing left-turn lane on State Highway 41 for eastbound traffic entering Los Altos Road into conformance with current Caltrans Design Standards shall be constructed within three years of the effective date of the ordinance amendment or prior to the issuance of the 52nd housing unit building permit, whichever occurs first. No additional housing unit building permits will be issued if either of the preceding timing requirements is triggered.
(Lots 109-112) The new left-turn lane improvements for eastbound traffic on State Highway 41 entering the driveways accessing Lots 109-112 shall be constructed prior to the issuance of the first housing unit building for with the development of any portion of Lots 109-112, unless Caltrans modifies or eliminates the left-turn lane requirements for the driveway accessing Lots 109-112.
(vi) 
The existing residential driveway approach serving lots 109-112 shall be brought up to current Caltrans Design Standards.
Timing: Prior to the issuance of the first housing unit building permit for any portion of Lots 109-112.
(vii) 
Applicable sight distance improvements in accordance with current Caltrans Design Standards shall be constructed at the intersection of Los Altos Road and State Highway 41, and at the intersection of the driveway serving Lots 109-112 and State Highway 41. Improvement plans for the sight distance improvements shall be submitted for review and approval by Caltrans and the City Engineer.
Timing: Interim sight distance improvements for the current configuration of the Highway 41 and Lost Altos Road intersection shall be completed within six months of the effective date of this ordinance amendment. Ongoing interim sight distance maintenance shall be completed by September 15th each year thereafter and until the final intersection improvements are completed and accepted by Caltrans. Interim sight distance improvements and ongoing interim maintenance shall be completed as permitted by Caltrans and relevant permitting agencies and subject to the City Engineer's verification. The City Engineer may stop issuance of building permits for housing units if the sight distance maintenance is not conducted.
Final sight distance improvements for the Highway 41 and Los Altos Road intersection shall be constructed together with the final intersection improvements within three years of the effective date of this ordinance amendment or prior to the issuance of building permits for the 52nd housing unit, whichever occurs first. No additional housing unit building permits will be issued if either of the preceding timing requirements is triggered.
The sight distance improvements for the driveways accessing Lots 109-112 shall be constructed prior to the issuance of the first housing unit permit for any portion of Lots 109-112.
(viii) 
Advisory and warning signage shall be installed along State Highway 41 to advise drivers of the approaching intersection with Los Altos Road and the driveway serving Lots 109-112. Signage shall be designed and installed to comply with, and as allowed by, Caltrans Standards. Improvement plans for the interim and final advisory and warning signage shall be submitted for review and approval by Caltrans and the City Engineer. Prior to the issuance of any additional housing unit building permits after the year 2013; the applicant shall provide updated financial assurance mechanisms for the final advisory and warning signage improvements.
Timing: interim advisory and warning signage improvements for Los Altos Road shall be constructed within six months of the effective date of this ordinance amendment. No additional building permits for housing units will be issued after six months of the effective date of this ordinance amendment, if the preceding timing requirement is not satisfied, unless the City Engineer and Community Development Director grant a time extension. Time extension requests will only be considered for delays that are outside of the applicant's control. Final advisory and warning signage improvements shall be constructed within three years of the effective date of this ordinance amendment or prior to the issuance of building permits for the 52nd housing unit, whichever occurs first. No additional housing unit building permits will be issued if either of the preceding timing requirements is triggered.
The advisory and warning signage improvements for the driveways accessing Lots 109-112 shall be constructed prior to the issuance of the first housing unit permit for any portion of Lots 109-112.
(ix) 
A right-turn taper in compliance with the Caltrans Highway Design Manual, Chapter 400, Intersections at Grade, Figure 405.7, or as directed by Caltrans, shall be constructed on State Highway 41 for westbound traffic entering Los Altos Road. Improvement plans for the right-turn taper shall be submitted for review and approval by Caltrans and the City Engineer. Prior to the issuance of any additional housing unit building permits after the year 2013; the applicant shall provide updated financial assurance mechanisms for the right turn taper.
Timing: A right-turn taper, in compliance with the California Caltrans Highway Design Manual, Chapter 400 Intersections at Grade, Figure 405.7, or as directed by Caltrans, for Los Altos Road shall be constructed within three years of the effective date of this ordinance amendment or prior to the issuance of building permits for the 52nd housing unit, whichever occurs first. No additional housing unit building permits will be issued if either of the preceding timing requirements is triggered.
(x) 
Curve widening shall be constructed on the following roads where curve radii is less than 200 feet. Curve widening shall be constructed in conformance with Section 4, Paragraph F of the City Standard Specifications, or as approved by the City Engineer. Plans for the curve widening shall be submitted for review and approval by the City Engineer prior to the approval of the Master Development Plan.
a. 
Laurel Avenue from Santa Lucia Road to Cenegal Road.
b. 
Cenegal Road from Laurel Avenue to the project boundary.
The curve widening shall be constructed when the ADT on Laurel Avenue reaches 500 vehicles per day, with the development of the thirty-eighth lot in Phase 2, or within three years of the issuance of building permits for Phase 2, whichever is earlier.
(xi) 
A three-foot wide Class II base or other all weather surface walkway shall be provided along one side Cenegal Road from the project boundary to Laurel Avenue and along Laurel Avenue from Cenegal Road to Santa Lucia Road, or as approved by the City Engineer. Improvement plans for the walkways shall be submitted for review and approval by the City Engineer and Community Development Director prior to approval of the Master Development Plan.
The three-foot-wide pedestrian walkway shall be constructed when the ADT on Laurel Avenue reaches 500 vehicles per day, with the development of the thirty-eighth lot in Phase 2, or within three years of the issuance of building permits for Phase 2, whichever is earlier.
(4) 
Drainage.
(i) 
All drainage improvements shall be constructed in accordance with the City Engineering Department Standard Specifications and Drawings or as directed by the City Engineer.
(ii) 
A grading and drainage plan for each lot, prepared by a registered civil engineer, shall be submitted for review and approval by the City Engineer prior to the issuance of building permits. A registered civil engineer shall provide a written statement that all work has been completed and is in full compliance with the approved plans and the Uniform Building Code (UBC).
(iii) 
An erosion control plan addressing interim erosion control measures to be used during the construction shall be submitted for review and approval by the City Engineer. Erosion control measures shall be in-place between October 1st and April 1st.
Prior to issuance of Grading Permits, and if required under the Clean Water Act (CWA), the applicant shall obtain the necessary permits in compliance with the requirements of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES).
(5) 
Utilities.
(i) 
All relocation and/or alteration of existing utilities shall be the responsibility of the applicant.
(ii) 
The applicant shall submit a composite utility plan signed and approved by a representative for each public utility company along with the improvement plans.
(iii) 
The applicant shall install all new utilities (water, gas, electric, cable TV and telephone) underground. Fire hydrants shall be installed at locations as required by the City Fire Marshal. Utilities shall be extended to the property line frontage of each parcel or its public utility easement.
(iv) 
Any utility trenching in existing streets shall be overlayed to restore a smooth riding surface to the satisfaction of the City Engineer.
(6) 
General.
(i) 
A Preliminary Soils Report shall be prepared for the property to determine the presence of expansive soil or other soil problems and shall make recommendations regarding grading of the proposed site. A final soils report shall be submitted by the soils engineer prior to the final inspection and shall certify that all grading was inspected and approved and that all work done is in accordance with the plans and the preliminary report.
(ii) 
All improvements shall be covered with a 100% Performance Guarantee and a 50% Labor and Materials Guarantee until the improvements are deemed substantially complete by the City Engineer. Prior to the final inspection of the improvements, and before the other guarantees mentioned in this condition are released, a 10% Maintenance Guarantee shall be posted to cover the improvements for a period of one year from the date of the final inspection. The guarantee amounts shall be based on an engineer's estimate submitted by the project engineer and approved by the City Engineer. The guarantees posted for this project shall be approved by the City Attorney.
(iii) 
A mylar copy and a blue line print of as-built improvement plans, signed by the registered engineer who prepared the plans, shall be provided to the City Engineer prior to the final inspection.
(iv) 
The applicant shall acquire title or interest in any off-site land that may be required to allow for the construction of the improvements. The applicant shall bear all costs associated with the necessary acquisitions.
(v) 
All improvements shall be completed or bonded for prior to the approval of the Master Development Plan. If the improvements are to be bonded, the applicant shall enter into a Performance Agreement with the City. The form and content of the Performance Agreement shall be reviewed and approved by the City Engineer and City Attorney.
(Ord. 286 § 3 Exh. C, 1995; Ord. 409 § 3, 2003; Ord. 580 § 2, 2014)
Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 12 is established as shown on the official zoning maps (Section 9-1.102 of this title). A Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 12 is established on parcels APNs 045-342-003, 045-381-010, 045-381-007, 045-381-009, 045-331-002, 045-331-004, 045-331-008, 045-331-001, 045-342-005, 045-342-004, 045-342-013, 045-342-001, 045-342-008, 045-342-002, 045-352-005 with a combined gross acreage of 63.3 acres. The maximum residential density within the planned development shall not exceed 279 residential units. A minimum of 6.31 acres of commercial retail use and 27.7 acres of common and natural open space on the 63.3-acre project site shall be provided. The development standards contained within the master plan of development document (CUP 2003-0099), as conditioned shall be applied to all future development within the project area, and as follows:
(a) 
The Vesting Tentative Tract Map (TTM 2003-0033) and any subsequent amendments for the site shall be consistent with CUP 2003-0099. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(b) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(c) 
The commercial area, residential dwelling units, landscaping, walls and fencing shall be subject to review under the City's Appearance Review requirements consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(d) 
Building setbacks lot sizes, landscape area, and lot coverage shall be as identified within the approved master plan of development.
(e) 
Alterations or additions to established dwelling units shall be subject to the density and development standards of the master plan of development.
(f) 
Subsequent amendments to the master plan of development shall be approved by Planning Commission Resolution.
(g) 
The commercial center will retain the Commercial Retail zoning district designation. The following allowable uses are proposed for this district within the PD12 overlay zone:
(1) 
Broadcast studios;
(2) 
Building materials and hardware (indoor only);
(3) 
Food and beverage retail sales;
(4) 
Furniture, home furnishings and equipment;
(5) 
General merchandise stores;
(6) 
Mail order and vending;
(7) 
Temporary or seasonal sales;
(8) 
Financial services;
(9) 
Health care services;
(10) 
Offices;
(11) 
Small scale manufacturing;
(12) 
Temporary offices;
(13) 
Personal services;
(14) 
Light repair services;
(15) 
Eating and drinking places;
(16) 
Membership organizations;
(17) 
Horticultural specialties;
(18) 
Schools—business and vocational;
(19) 
Business support services, where all areas of use are located within a building;
(20) 
Farm equipment and supplies;
(21) 
Fuel and ice dealers;
(22) 
Hotels and motels;
(23) 
Skilled nursing facility;
(24) 
Bed and breakfast;
(25) 
Funeral services;
(26) 
Schools;
(27) 
Utility service center;
(28) 
Libraries and museums;
(29) 
Temporary events.
All residential and open space use shall be consistent with the requirements of the underlying zoning district except as allowed by the master plan of development.
(Ord. 462 § 2, 2004; Ord. 538 § 2, 2009)
Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 14 is established on the official zoning maps (Section 9-1.102 of this title). The following development standards and conditions applicable therein are also established.
(a) 
The maximum density shall not exceed one dwelling unit for each acre of land although individual lots may be smaller provided that the overall project density conforms to the specified maximum density.
(b) 
Individual lot sizes shall be established in conjunction with the Tentative Tract Map and shall not be required to comply with minimum lot size criteria for the Residential Single Family (RSF-Y) (one acre minimum with sewer, one and one-half (1.5) acre minimum without) provided that the overall density conforms to the specified maximum density.
(c) 
Design of the subdivision and construction of the project shall incorporate mitigation measures set forth in the Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) prepared by Firma, September 1998.
(d) 
A Tentative Tract Map showing the proposed division of land for the entire site shall be submitted and approved prior to any site development. The Tentative Tract Map may propose a phasing plan for improvements and future land divisions.
(e) 
Individual lots created by the tract map approved for the entire site shall not be permitted to be reduced in size by subsequent land division.
(Ord. 357 § 4, Exh. B, 1999)
Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 15 is established as shown on the official zoning map (Section 9-1.102 of this title). All development within the district shall be in conformance with the development standards and established herein:
(a) 
Purpose. The purpose of the district is to allow the creative clustering of residential parcels to preserve sensitive environmental features and provide common open space by allowing lot size smaller than the underlying zone's minimum.
(b) 
Development Standards.
(1) 
The maximum density shall not exceed two dwelling units for each gross acre of land. Individual lot sizes may be smaller provided the overall project density conforms to the specified maximum density.
(2) 
Individual lot sizes shall be established in conjunction with a Tentative Tract Map and shall not be required to comply with the minimum lot size criteria for the Residential Single Family One half Acre Minimum District (RSF-X), provided the overall density conforms to the specified maximum density.
(3) 
City sewer service and water service from the Atascadero Mutual Water Company shall be provided to all residential lots.
(4) 
In no case shall a residential lot size be less than one-quarter (1/4) acre, nor exceed a three-to-one (3:1) depth-to-width ratio.
(5) 
A master plan of development shall be approved in conjunction with any Tentative Tract Map application. All subdivision improvements and subsequent development shall be consistent with the master plan of development. The master plan of development shall contain the following:
(i) 
A site plan indicating land use, common open space, circulation, lot sizes, slopes, native trees and common landscape features;
(ii) 
A statistical summary of the projects land uses and densities;
(iii) 
A statement of project features that will provide a public benefit;
(iv) 
Any special development standards that will be required of future development;
(v) 
Individual building plans and elevations are not required.
(6) 
Access. No lot shall take access from Seperado Avenue with exception to Lot 10 and Lot 30 to serve the primary residence. Secondary driveways on Lot 10 and 30 are prohibited.
(Ord. 367 § 2 Exh. A, 1999; Ord. 476 § 2, 2005)
Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 16 is established as shown on the official zoning map (Section 9-1.102 of this title). All development within the district shall be in conformance with the development standards and established herein:
(a) 
Purpose. The purpose of the district is to allow the creative clustering of residential parcels to preserve sensitive environmental features and provide open space by allowing lot sizes smaller than the underlying zone's minimum lot size requirements in the RS, RSF, LSF Zoning Districts.
(b) 
Development Standards.
(1) 
The maximum density shall not exceed that allowed by the underlying zoning district and general plan designation. Individual lot sizes may be smaller provided the overall project density conforms to the specified maximum density.
(i) 
Minimum individual lot sizes shall be at least one acre (gross) for parcels served by on-site septic systems and 1/2 acre (net) for lots served by the City's sewer system.
(2) 
Lots shall utilize common access when feasible.
(3) 
Open space easements shall be provided for each project. All open space easements shall be designated as nonbuild, nonstorage areas on the final parcel/tract maps. (Septic systems are allowed to be located within the open space easements.)
(4) 
All building sites within the planned development shall be located on slopes under 20%.
(5) 
Development on each parcel shall be designed to avoid native tree impacts, preserve the contours of the hills, protect prominent view sheds, maintain wildlife corridors and minimize impacts to significant drainage areas and blue-line creeks.
(6) 
A master plan of development shall be approved in conjunction with any tentative tract/parcel map application. All subdivision improvements and subsequent development shall be consistent with the master plan of development. The master plan of development shall contain the following:
(i) 
A site plan indicating land use, open space, circulation, lot sizes, slopes, native trees, building sites and common landscape features;
(ii) 
A statistical summary of the project's land uses and densities;
(iii) 
A statement of project features that will provide a public benefit;
(iv) 
Any special development standards that will be required of future development;
(v) 
Individual building plans and elevations are not required.
(Ord. 387 Exh. A, 2002)
A Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 17 may be established in the RSF-X Single-Family Residential Zones on lots with a net acreage exceeding one acre. The maximum density within the planned development shall not exceed a gross density of four (4.0) units per acre. The following development standards shall be applied to all projects within Planned Development Zone No. 17:
(a) 
A Master Plan of Development of the site shall be approved. All construction and development shall be done in conformance with the approved Master Plan of Development.
(b) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved Master Plan of Development.
(c) 
A proposed planned development project shall consist of no fewer than four residential units.
(d) 
A parent lot or lots shall have frontage on a public street.
(e) 
Each dwelling unit shall be subject to review under the City's Appearance Review Guidelines.
(f) 
Building setbacks shall be as follows:
Primary street yard at porch
15 feet
Primary street yard at dwelling
20 feet
Primary street yard at garage
25 feet
Side yards
5 feet
Corner street yard (corner lot)
12 feet
Rear yard
10 feet
Accessory structure side and rear yards
5 feet
Garages shall be recessed from the front of the residence by at least 10 feet.
(1) 
Physically Unique Sites. Sites with one or more mature trees, steep slopes, riparian areas and/or some other unique physical characteristic are not subject to the above setback requirements provided the following findings are made: (i) that flexibility from the above setback standards is necessary to enable the environmentally superior design alternative; (ii) that at least 50% of each individual lot will be landscaped; and (iii) that at least 60% of the net area of the overall site will be landscaped.
(g) 
Building coverage (residence plus garage footprint) shall not exceed 35% of the individual lot area. Landscaping shall constitute a minimum of 40% of the lot area. The measurement of landscaped areas shall be exclusive of driveways, patios, decks, etc.
(h) 
Two-story residences shall have a second floor that is limited to 75% of the gross area of the first floor inclusive of the garage.
(i) 
All mechanical equipment, including HVAC units and utility meters, shall be screened from view from adjacent streets and properties.
(j) 
Exterior fencing shall be consistent throughout the project. Design and appearance of fences and/or walls shall be compatible with the design of the dwelling units.
(k) 
Accessory buildings (sheds, etc.) will be allowed; however, the footprint of such accessory buildings will count toward the maximum percent of allowable building coverage.
(l) 
Each proposed lot shall have a minimum frontage of 60 feet measured at the 25 foot setback line. The minimum net lot area shall be 6,400 square feet.
(m) 
Parking for two resident vehicles shall be provided in a garage with minimum interior dimensions of 20 feet by 20 feet. One guest parking space of at least nine feet by 18 feet shall be provided on each individual lot. The driveway area may be used to satisfy the guest parking requirement. On-street parking shall not be used to satisfy the parking requirements.
(n) 
All front yards and street facing side yards shall be landscaped.
(o) 
Individual trash collection shall be used for each residential unit. Provisions shall be made for storage of trashcans within the garage or fenced area.
(p) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone and cable, along the frontage of and within the PD shall be installed underground.
(q) 
Alterations or additions to established dwelling units shall be subject to the density standards of the underlying zone and shall be reviewed pursuant to the City's Appearance Review Guidelines.
(r) 
No farm animals may be kept on a lot.
(Ord. 402 § 2, 2002; Ord. 660 § 5, 2022)
A Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 18 may be established in the RMF-16 Multifamily Residential Zones on parcels APN 030-481-005 and 030-481-006 with a combined net acreage of 2.94 acres. The maximum density within the planned development shall not exceed a gross density of 10 units per acre. The following development standards shall be applied to the Planned Development Zone No. 18:
(a) 
The master plan of development (CUP 2002-0074) for the site shall be approved. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(b) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(c) 
Each dwelling unit, landscaping, walls and fencing shall be subject to review under the City's Appearance Review Requirements.
(d) 
Building setbacks lot sizes, landscape area, and lot coverage shall be as identified within the approved master plan of development:
(e) 
All mechanical equipment, including HVAC units and utility meters, shall be screened from view from adjacent streets and properties.
(f) 
Parking for two resident vehicles shall be provided in a garage with minimum interior dimensions of 20 feet by 20 feet. A minimum of one guest parking space of at least nine feet by 18 feet shall be provided on-site for each unit. The driveway area may be used to satisfy the guest parking requirement. On-street parking shall not be used to satisfy the parking requirements.
(g) 
All front yards, street facing side yards, project perimeter, and two-to-one (2:1) slopes exceeding five feet in height shall be landscaped.
(h) 
Individual trash collection shall be used for each residential unit. Provisions shall be made for storage of trashcans within the garage or fenced area.
(i) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone and cable, along the frontage of and within the PD shall be installed underground.
(j) 
Alterations or additions to established dwelling units shall be subject to the density standards of the underlying zone and shall be reviewed pursuant to the City's Appearance Review Guidelines.
(Ord. 417 § 2, 2003)
A Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 19 may be established in the RSF-Y Single Family Residential Zones on parcels APN 049-191-002, 026, 027, 028, and 030 with a combined gross acreage of 28 acres. The maximum density within the planned development shall not exceed a gross density of 70 units on the 28 acre project site. The following development standards shall be applied to the Planned Development Zone No. 19:
(a) 
The master plan of development (CUP 2002-0082) for the site shall be approved. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(b) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(c) 
Each dwelling unit, landscaping, walls and fencing shall be subject to review under the City's Appearance Review requirements consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(d) 
Building setbacks, lot sizes, landscape area, and lot coverage shall be as identified within the approved master plan of development.
(e) 
All mechanical equipment, including HVAC units and utility meters, shall be screened from view from adjacent streets and properties.
(f) 
Parking for two resident vehicles shall be provided in a garage with minimum interior dimensions of 20 feet by 20 feet. A minimum of two guest parking spaces of at least nine feet by 18 feet shall be provided on-site for each unit. The driveway area may be used to satisfy the guest parking requirement. On-street parking shall not be used to satisfy the parking requirements.
(g) 
All front yards, street facing side yards, project perimeter, common areas, and two-to-one (2:1) slopes exceeding five feet in height shall be landscaped.
(h) 
Individual trash collection shall be used for each residential unit. Provisions shall be made for storage of trashcans within the garage or fenced area.
(i) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone and cable, along the frontage of and within the PD shall be installed underground.
(j) 
Alterations or additions to established dwelling units shall be subject to the density standards of the underlying zone and shall be reviewed pursuant to the City's Appearance Review Guidelines.
(Ord. 424 § 2, 2003)
A Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 20 may be established in the RMF-16 Multifamily Residential Zones on parcels APN 045-358-10 with a combined gross acreage of 2.9 acres. The maximum density within the planned development shall not exceed a gross density of 40 units on the 2.9 acre project site. The following development standards shall be applied to the Planned Development Zone No. 20:
(a) 
The master plan of development (CUP 2002-0064) for the site shall be approved. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(b) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(c) 
Each dwelling unit, landscaping, walls and fencing shall be subject to review under the City's Appearance Review Requirements consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(d) 
Building setbacks, lot sizes, landscape area, and lot coverage shall be as identified within the approved master plan of development.
(e) 
All mechanical equipment, including HVAC units and utility meters, shall be screened from view from adjacent streets and properties.
(f) 
Parking for one resident vehicle shall be provided in a garage with minimum interior dimensions of 12 feet by 20 feet. A minimum of one parking space of at least nine feet by 20 feet shall be provided within the driveway area of each unit and may be used to satisfy a portion of the guest parking requirement. Gross total project parking shall be 2.8 spaces per unit. Driveway widths may be tapered to less than 18 feet to accommodate street tree planting. A minimum of one guest parking space of at least nine feet by 20 feet shall be provided on-site for each unit. On-street parking shall not be used to satisfy the parking requirements.
(g) 
All front yards, street facing side yards, project perimeter, parking and common areas shall be landscaped.
(h) 
Individual trash collection shall be used for each residential unit. Provisions shall be made for storage of trashcans within the garage or fenced area.
(i) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone and cable, along the frontage of and within the PD shall be installed underground.
(j) 
Alterations or additions to established dwelling units shall be subject to the density standards of the underlying zone and shall be reviewed pursuant to the City's Appearance Review Guidelines.
(Ord. 431 § 2, 2003)
A Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 21 may be established in the RSF-Y Multifamily Residential Zones on parcels APN 49-163-013 and 49-163-015 with a combined gross acreage of 4.93 acres. The maximum density within the planned development shall not exceed a gross density of five units on the 4.93-acre project site. The following development standards shall be applied to the Planned Development Zone No. 21:
(a) 
Second dwelling units shall not be allowed.
(b) 
One of the five lots may be less than the required one acre minimum lot size.
(c) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone and cable, along the frontage of and within the PD shall be installed underground.
(Ord. 402 § 2, 2002; Ord. 443 § 2, 2004)
A Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 22 may be established in the RMF-16 Multifamily Residential and Commercial Professional Zones for a combined horizontal and vertical mixed-use project on parcel APN 031-242-012 with a combined gross acreage of 0.441 acre. The maximum density within the planned development shall not exceed a gross density of three units within the residential zoned portion and one unit within the commercial zoned portion. The following development standards shall be applied to the Planned Development Zone No. 22:
(a) 
The master plan of development (CUP 2004-0128) for the site shall be approved. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(b) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(c) 
Each dwelling unit, landscaping, walls and fencing shall be subject to review under the City's Appearance Review requirements consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(d) 
Building setbacks, lot sizes, landscape area, and lot coverage shall be as identified within the approved master plan of development.
(e) 
All mechanical equipment, including HVAC units and utility meters, shall be screened from view from adjacent streets and properties.
(f) 
Parking for one-resident vehicle shall be provided in a garage with minimum interior dimensions of 11 feet by 20 feet. A minimum of one guest parking space of at least nine feet by 20 feet shall be provided on-site. On-street parking shall not be used to satisfy the parking requirements.
(g) 
Parking for the commercial/office uses shall be provided at a ratio of one space per 500 square feet.
(h) 
All landscaping shown on the approved landscape plan will be installed by the developer and shall be maintained as approved.
(i) 
Individual trash collection shall be used for each residential unit. Provisions shall be made for storage of trashcans within the garage or fenced area.
(j) 
Trash for the commercial uses shall be stored within the designated receptacle area and shall include recyclable waste.
(k) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone and cable, along the frontage of and within the PD shall be installed underground.
(l) 
Alterations, additions, or conversions to established dwelling units and/or commercial buildings shall be subject to the density and site development standards of the underlying zone and shall be reviewed pursuant to the City's Appearance Review Guidelines.
(m) 
The permits for the commercial portion of the project must be issued prior to, or concurrent with the issuance of the first residential permit, and that the commercial portion of the project shall be finaled prior to, or concurrent with the final of the first residential permit.
(Ord. 455 § 2, 2004)
Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 23 is established as shown on the official zoning maps (Section 9-1.102 of this title). A Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 23 is established on parcels APN 056-131-015, 017, 018, and 019 with a combined gross acreage of 13.35 acres. The maximum residential density within the planned development shall not exceed the following: 14 single-family courtyard homes, 18 multi-family duplex units (as shown on the master plan of development). The development standards contained within the master plan of development document (CUP 2003-0108), as conditioned, shall be applied to all future development within the project area, and as follows:
(a) 
The master plan of development (CUP 2003-0108) for the site shall be approved. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(b) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(c) 
Each dwelling unit, landscaping, walls, and fencing shall be subject to review under the City's Appearance Review requirements consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(d) 
Building setbacks, lot sizes, landscape area, and lot coverage shall be as identified within the approved master plan of development and as conditioned.
(e) 
All mechanical equipment, including HVAC units and utility meters, shall be screened from view from adjacent streets and properties.
(f) 
The residential lots shall provide parking based on the multifamily development parking standards set forth in the Atascadero Municipal Code. A minimum of two parking spaces shall be provided on each lot, either within the garage or in the driveway of the unit. A minimum of one guest parking space shall be provided on each lot in addition to any garage parking. A dedicated residential parking area shall be provided to meet the overall Atascadero Municipal Code multifamily parking requirements. On-street parking shall not be used to satisfy the parking requirements.
(g) 
Parking for the commercial and hotel use areas shall total the combined required parking spaces shared among each use, as identified in the master plan of development. All uses within the business park area shall provide parking as shown on the master plan of development, with the exception of indoor recreation and amusement services which shall provide parking at a ratio of no less than one space per 300 square feet of floor area.
(h) 
All landscaping shown on the approved landscape plan will be installed by the developer and shall be permanently maintained as approved.
(i) 
Individual trash collection shall be used for each residential unit. Provisions shall be made for storage of trashcans within the garage or fenced area.
(j) 
Trash for the commercial uses shall be stored within the designated receptacle area and shall include recyclable waste.
(k) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone and cable, along the frontage of and within the PD shall be installed underground.
(l) 
Alterations, additions, or conversions to established dwelling units and/or commercial buildings shall be subject to the density and site development standards of the underlying zone and shall be reviewed pursuant to the City's Appearance Review Guidelines.
(m) 
All trees shown to be protected on the approved master plan of development shall be maintained. Native trees within the 3.99 acre SFR-X parcel APN 056-131-015 shall be preserved unless deemed hazardous and unsafe by a certified arborist. Any other future tree removal shall require approval per the requirements set forth in the Atascadero Native Tree Ordinance.
(o) 
Allowed uses for the commercial portion of the project fronting West Front shall be as prescribed as follows:
Allowable uses:
(1)
Building materials and hardware (see Section 9-6.165 of this title);
(2)
Food and beverage retail sales;
(3)
Furniture, home furnishings and equipment;
(4)
General merchandise stores;
(5)
Mail order and vending;
(6)
Temporary or seasonal sales (see Section 9-6.174 of this title);
(7)
Financial services;
(8)
Health care services;
(9)
Personal services;
(10)
Light repair services;
(11)
Eating and drinking places;
(12)
Horticultural specialties (see Section 9-6.116 of this title);
(13)
Business support services, where all areas of use are located within a building;
(14)
Hotels and motels;
(15)
Schools (see Section 9-6.125 of this title);
(16)
Temporary events (see Section 9-6.177 of this title).
Conditional uses:
(1)
Amusement services;
(2)
Bar/tavern;
(3)
Eating and drinking places with drive-through facilities;
(4)
Service station (see Section 9-6.164 of this title);
(5)
Public assembly and entertainment;
(6)
Indoor recreation services;
(7)
Animal hospitals (see Section 9-6.110 of this title);
(8)
Food and kindred products (see Section 9-6.128 of this title);
(9)
Indoor auto dealers (new and used) and supplies (see Section 9-6.163 of this title).
(p) 
Allowed uses for the business park portion of the project behind the hotel shall be as prescribed as follows:
Allowable uses:
(1)
Broadcast studios;
(2)
Building materials and hardware (see Section 9-6.165 of this title);
(3)
Furniture, home furnishings and equipment;
(4)
General merchandise stores;
(5)
Mail order and vending;
(6)
Temporary or seasonal sales (see Section 9-6.174 of this title);
(7)
Financial services;
(8)
Health care services;
(9)
Offices;
(10)
Small scale manufacturing;
(11)
Temporary offices (see Section 9-6.176 of this title);
(12)
Personal services;
(13)
Light repair services;
(14)
Accessory storage (see Section 9-6.103 of this title);
(15)
Membership organizations;
(16)
Horticultural specialties (see Section 9-6.116 of this title);
(17)
Business support services, where all areas of use are located within a building;
(18)
Social and service organizations;
(19)
Libraries and museums;
(20)
Amusement services;
(21)
Indoor recreation services; and
(22)
Temporary events (see Section 9-6.177 of this title).
Conditionally allowable uses:
(1)
Indoor auto dealers (new and used) and supplies (see Section 9-6.163 of this title).
(Ord. 486 § 2, 2005; Ord. 539 § 2, 2009; Ord. 544 § 2, 2009)
Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 24 is established as shown on the official zoning maps (Section 9-1.102 of this title). A Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 24 is established on parcels APN 030-491-013, 001, 020, 019 with a combined gross acreage of 5.32 acres. The maximum residential density within the planned development shall not exceed a maximum of 52 residential units as identified in the Master Plan of Development (PLN 2014-1529/CUP 2003-0117 as amended), which includes six commercial live work units, a base density of 44 multifamily units, plus a density bonus for two additional multifamily units. The development standards contained within the Master Plan of Development document (CUP 2003-0117 as amended), as conditioned, shall be applied to all future development within the project area, and as follows:
(a) 
All site development shall require the approval of a Master Plan of Development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved Master Plan of Development, as conditioned.
(b) 
The vesting tentative subdivision map (Tract 3070, as amended) and any subsequent amendments for the site shall be consistent with PLN 2014-1529 as amended. All construction and development shall conform to the approved Master Plan of Development, as conditioned.
(c) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved Master Plan of Development.
(d) 
The commercial area, residential dwelling units, landscaping, walls and fencing shall be consistent with the approved Master Plan of Development. Building setbacks, lot sizes, landscape area, and lot coverage shall be as identified within the approved Master Plan of Development.
(e) 
All landscaping shown on the approved landscape plan will be installed by the developer and shall be maintained as approved.
(f) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone and cable, along the frontage of, and within the PD and along the project frontages shall be installed and/or relocated underground, except as noted in the in the Master Plan of Development and the Conditions of Approval.
(g) 
The nonresidential uses shall retain the commercial retail zoning district designation, including proposed office spaces in the mixed-use area identified in the Master Plan of Development. The following allowable uses are proposed for this district within the PD-24 overlay zone:
(1) 
Residential multifamily (second and third floors only);
(2) 
Broadcast studios;
(3) 
Building materials and hardware (indoor only);
(4) 
Food and beverage retail sales;
(5) 
Furniture, home furnishings and equipment (indoor only);
(6) 
General merchandise stores;
(7) 
Mail order and vending;
(8) 
Car-wash;
(9) 
Financial services;
(10) 
Health care services;
(11) 
Offices;
(12) 
Personal services;
(13) 
Eating and drinking places;
(14) 
Business support services, where all areas of use are located within a building;
(15) 
Utility service center;
(16) 
Temporary events;
(17) 
Day care.
(h) 
The conditional uses will be consistent with those listed for the underlying commercial retail zone and will require an amendment to the Master Plan of Development.
(i) 
All residential and commercial uses shall be consistent with the requirements of the underlying zoning district except as allowed by the Master Plan of Development.
(j) 
All trees shown to be protected on the approved Master Plan of Development shall be maintained. Any future tree removal shall require approval per the requirements set forth in the Atascadero Native Tree Ordinance.
(k) 
All public improvements shall be consistent with proposed improvements that are identified in vesting tentative map Tract 3070, as amended. Frontage improvements for Gusta Road will not be required.
(Ord. 465 § 2, 2004; Ord. 589 § 4, 2015; Ord. 622 § 4, 2019)
Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 25 may be established in Residential Multifamily Zones. The maximum residential density within the planned development shall not exceed the densities allowed by the underlying zoning district and provisions of this code. The following development standards shall be met by all projects within the PD-25 overlay zone:
(a) 
All site development shall require the approval of a master plan of development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(b) 
The tentative tract map and any subsequent amendments for the site shall be consistent with an approved master plan of development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(c) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(d) 
All proposed projects shall be no fewer than four residential units and no greater than 12 residential units.
(e) 
A parent lot or lots shall have frontage on a public street.
(f) 
Access off of the public street shall be designed as a parking court if the distance from the back of sidewalk to the terminus of the court is less than 150 feet and shall include the following elements:
(1) 
Sixteen feet paved width minimum (decorative concrete or pavers) with two foot shoulders of decorative paving (subject to fire department approval);
(2) 
Decorative paving continuous throughout the parking court;
(3) 
Address marker at the entrance to the court.
Multiple parking courts can be joined providing that each court meets the above standards and that only one court per street access be established.
(g) 
Appearance of each dwelling unit, site landscaping, site development, and amenities shall be consistent with the Atascadero Appearance Review Manual. All landscaping shown on the approved landscape plan will be installed by the developer and shall be maintained as approved.
(h) 
Building setbacks shall be as follows:
Setback from public street frontage
12 feet from right-of-way/back of sidewalk (whichever is greater) when minimum 6-foot landscape parkway is provided
 
18 feet from right-of-way/back of sidewalk (whichever is greater) when no parkway is provided
 
Porches can encroach up to 3 feet into the required setback
Setback from parking court/interior street
8 feet to porch
 
10) feet to front of residence
 
10 feet minimum to garage (if one car garage is proposed, the second parking space must be located in the driveway with a minimum length of 20 feet)
 
5 feet to side of residence
Setback between buildings
10 feet minimum (unless attached)
Rear yard setback
12 feet minimum
(i) 
Porches shall be provided for each unit. Porches shall be a minimum of six feet deep and a functional width.
(j) 
Residential units adjacent to a public street shall be oriented to the public street.
(k) 
A landscaped yard and/or an open space amenity feature shall be located at the terminus of the parking court/street. No garages or vehicle parking are permitted at the court/street terminus.
(l) 
Three hundred square feet of private open space shall be provided for each unit with a minimum dimension of 12 feet.
(m) 
Each unit shall include the following:
(1) 
Three hundred cubic feet of shelved storage area. (Bedroom and entry/coat closets shall not count toward this requirement);
(2) 
Dedicated space for laundry facilities with hookups.
(n) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone, and cable, within the PD and along the project frontages shall be installed and/or relocated underground.
(o) 
Engineered drainage detention basins shall be located within a common area. Multiple basins on individual lots shall not be permitted. All basins shall be landscaped, shall be no deeper than two feet, and shall be unfenced. No retaining walls or fencing shall be permitted within the basin area.
(p) 
Exterior walls or fencing shall be consistent throughout the project. Design and appearance of fences and/or walls shall be compatible with the design of the dwelling units. Fence posts shall be metal or pressure-treated wood. Wood preservative/sealer shall be applied to fence panels.
(q) 
All mechanical equipment, including HVAC units and utility meters, shall be screened from view from adjacent streets and properties.
(r) 
Trash shall be stored in individual garages or behind fenced areas on individual lots. Dedicated trash storage area shall be a minimum of three feet by six feet paved area.
(s) 
A minimum of one common decorative light shall be provided at the end of the parking court.
(t) 
Lot coverage shall not exceed 40% of the net lot area.
(u) 
A one-car garage (minimum 11 feet by 20 feet) shall be required for attached residential units. A two car garage (minimum 20 feet by 20 feet) shall be required for detached residential units.
(v) 
The total number of parking spaces shall be provided as follows:
(1) 
Two spaces per unit for units with less than four bedrooms. One additional space for each additional bedroom. All spaces must be located on the individual lot;
(2) 
Guest parking provided at a ratio of one space per every three units.[1]
[1]
Guest parking may not be located adjacent to the public street frontage.
(Ord. 469 § 2, 2005)
This Planned Development Overlay Zone on parcel APN 049-042-018 in the Residential Multifamily Zone. The maximum residential density within the planned development shall not exceed the density allowed by the underlying zoning district and provisions of the Atascadero Municipal Code. The following development standards shall be met by the entitled project within the PD-26 overlay zone:
(a) 
All site development shall require the approval of a master plan of development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(b) 
The Tentative Tract Map and any subsequent amendments for the site shall be consistent with an approved master plan of development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(c) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(d) 
Appearance of each dwelling unit, site landscaping, site development, and amenities shall be consistent with the Atascadero Appearance Review Manual. All landscaping shown on the approved landscape plan will be installed by the developer and shall be maintained as approved. Buffer landscaping along the eastern property line shall be maintained by the individual property owners in perpetuity.
(e) 
Each unit shall include the following:
(1) 
Three hundred cubic feet of shelved storage area (bedroom and entry/coat closets shall not count toward this requirement);
(2) 
Dedicated space for laundry facilities with hookups.
(f) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone, and cable, within the PD and along the project frontages shall be installed and/or relocated underground.
(g) 
Engineered drainage detention basins shall be located within a common or designated area. All basins shall be landscaped, shall be no deeper than two feet, and shall be unfenced. Upon approval of the City Engineer, retaining walls may be allowed in the drainage basin area.
(h) 
Exterior walls or fencing shall be consistent throughout the project. Design and appearance of fences and/or walls shall be compatible with the design of the dwelling units. Fence posts shall be metal or pressure-treated wood. Wood preservative/sealer shall be applied to fence panels.
(i) 
All mechanical equipment, including HVAC units and utility meters, shall be screened from view from adjacent streets and properties.
(j) 
Trash shall be stored in individual garages.
(Ord. 480 § 2, 2005)
Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 27 is established as shown on the Official Zoning Maps (Section 9-1.102). A Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 27 is established on parcel APN 029-271-001 with a combined gross acreage of 1.71 acres. The maximum residential density within the planned development shall not exceed 30 residential units. The development standards contained within the master plan of development document, as conditioned, shall be applied to all future development within the project area, and as follows:
(a) 
All site development shall require the approval of a master plan of development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(b) 
The Vesting Tentative Tract Map (TR 3141) and any subsequent amendments for the site shall be consistent with the approved master plan of development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(c) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(d) 
The commercial area, residential dwelling units, landscaping, walls and fencing shall be subject to review under the City's Appearance Review requirements consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(e) 
Building setbacks, lot sizes, landscape area, and lot coverage shall be as identified within the approved master plan of development.
(f) 
All landscaping shown on the approved landscape plan will be installed by the developer and shall be maintained as approved.
(g) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone and cable, along the frontage of, and within the PD and along the project frontages shall be installed and/or relocated underground.
(h) 
The property will retain the Commercial Retail zoning district designation. The following allowable uses are proposed for this district within the PD-27 overlay zone for the live/work spaces and community building:
(1) 
Food and beverage retail sales;
(2) 
Furniture, home furnishings and equipment;
(3) 
General merchandise stores;
(4) 
Mail order and vending;
(5) 
Temporary or seasonal sales;
(6) 
Financial services;
(7) 
Offices;
(8) 
Temporary offices;
(9) 
Personal services;
(10) 
Light repair services;
(11) 
Membership organizations;
(12) 
Business support services, where all areas of use are located within a building;
(13) 
Libraries and museums;
(14) 
Temporary events;
(15) 
Tasting room;
(16) 
Artisan foods and products;
(17) 
Small family day care;
(18) 
Research and development;
(19) 
Printing and publishing.
(i) 
The conditional uses will be as follows:
(1) 
Public assembly and entertainment;
(2) 
Microbrewery/brewpub;
(3) 
Schools—business and vocational;
(4) 
Schools;
(j) 
No open parking spaces shall be reserved for any commercial or residential tenant with the exception of the tandem spaces.
(k) 
The common lot shall be maintained as a common use parcel for all residential tenants. No fencing or other barrier shall be constructed which hinders pedestrian access to each residential lot or which limits the ability for a residential owner to provide basic utility services to their property.
(l) 
All trees shown to be protected on the approved master plan of development shall be maintained. Any future tree removal shall require approval per the requirements set forth in the Atascadero Native Tree Ordinance.
(Ord. 491 § 2, 2006; Ord. 630 § 3, 2019)
This Planned Development Overlay Zone applies to APN 029-252-001 in the residential multifamily zone. The maximum residential density within the planned development shall not exceed the density allowed by the underlying zoning district and provisions of the Atascadero Municipal Code. The following development standards shall be met by the entitled project within the PD-28 overlay zone:
(a) 
All site development shall require the approval of a master plan of development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(b) 
The tentative tract map and any subsequent amendments for the site shall be consistent with an approved master plan of development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(c) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(d) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone, and cable, within the PD and along the project frontages shall be installed and/or relocated underground.
(e) 
All mechanical equipment, including HVAC units and utility meters, shall be screened from view from adjacent streets and properties.
(f) 
Trash shall be stored in individual garages.
(g) 
This project contains a historic colony home. Any future modifications to the exterior of the buildings or the site setting shall follow the Secretary of the Interiors standards.
(Ord. 505 § 2, 2007)
This Planned Development Overlay Zone on APN 029-322-022, 023, 02 in the Residential Multifamily Zone. The maximum residential density within the planned development shall not exceed the density allowed by the underlying zoning district and provisions of the Atascadero Municipal Code. The following development standards shall be met by the entitled project within the PD Overlay Zone No. 29:
(a) 
All site development shall require the approval of a master plan of development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(b) 
The Tentative Tract Map and any subsequent amendments for the site shall be consistent with an approved master plan of development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(c) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(d) 
Appearance of each dwelling unit, site landscaping, site development, and amenities shall be consistent with the Atascadero Appearance Review Manual. All landscaping shown on the approved landscape plan will be installed by the developer and shall be maintained as approved. Buffer landscaping along the eastern property line shall be maintained by the individual property owners in perpetuity.
(e) 
Any future improvements/rehabilitation of the historic colony home shall be completed in accordance with the secretary of the interior's standards for rehabilitating historic structures.
(f) 
Each unit shall include the following:
(1) 
Three hundred cubic feet of shelved storage area. (Bedroom and entry/coat closets shall not count toward this requirement.)
(2) 
Dedicated space for laundry facilities with hookups.
(g) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone, and cable, within the PD and along the project frontages shall be installed and/or relocated underground.
(h) 
Exterior walls or fencing shall be consistent throughout the project. Design and appearance of fences and/or walls shall be compatible with the design of the dwelling units. Fence posts shall be metal or pressure treated wood. Wood preservative/sealer shall be applied to fence panels.
(i) 
All mechanical equipment, including HVAC units and utility meters, shall be screened from view from adjacent streets and properties.
(j) 
Trash shall be stored in individual garages.
(Ord. 516 § 2, 2007)
Planned Development Overlay No. 30 is established on APN 029-062-013 (5440 Traffic Way) in the Residential Multifamily Zoning District. The maximum residential density within the planned development shall not exceed the density allowed by the underlying zoning district and provisions of the Atascadero Municipal Code. The following development standards shall be met by the entitled project within the PD Overlay No. 30:
(a) 
All site development shall require the approval of a Master Plan of Development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(b) 
The tentative parcel map and any subsequent amendments for the site shall be consistent with an approved Master Plan of Development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved Master Plan of Development, as conditioned.
(c) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved Master Plan of Development. Appearance of each dwelling unit, site landscaping, site development, and amenities shall be consistent with the Master Plan of Development, as conditioned. All landscaping shall be consistent with the Master Plan of Development, as conditioned and shall be installed by the developer and shall be maintained as approved.
(d) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone, and cable, within the PD and along the project frontages shall be installed underground and/or relocated underground.
(e) 
Exterior walls or fencing shall be consistent throughout the project. Design and appearance of fences and/or walls shall be compatible with the design of the dwelling units. Fence posts shall be metal or pressure treated wood. Wood preservative/sealer shall be applied to fence panels.
(f) 
All mechanical equipment, including HVAC units and utility meters, shall be screened from view from adjacent streets and properties.
(Ord. 513 § 2, 2007)
This Planned Development Overlay Zone on APN 028-111-001, 003 in the Industrial Park Zone for the establishment of a bicycle motor cross track and associated improvements. Uses on other areas of the site, if listed as an allowed or conditionally allowed use, shall only be subject to the standards and requirements of this code. The following development standards are applicable to the establishment of a BMX facility and shall be met by the entitled project within the PD-31 Overlay Zone:
(a) 
All site development shall require the approval of a Master Plan of Development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved Master Plan of Development, as conditioned;
(b) 
Any subsequent amendments for the site shall be consistent with an approved Master Plan of Development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved Master Plan of Development, as conditioned;
(c) 
The facility and all improvements including drainage basins, erosion-control measures, landscaping, signage, structures, and waste water facilities shall be maintained by the Atascadero BMX Association or their designee(s). If the use is discontinued, all improvements will be removed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and the Community Development Director;
(d) 
The Atascadero BMX Association will ensure that all structures and improvements conform to the floodway standards set forth in the Atascadero Municipal Code Title 9, Chapter 11 and as regulated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency;
(e) 
Parking shall be limited to designated areas of the site. Overflow parking shall only be used for larger events. No parking will be permitted on Sycamore Avenue or any other undeveloped portion of the surrounding Atascadero Mutual Water Company property;
(f) 
The landscape buffer between the historic Anza Trail and the BMX facility shall be maintained by the Atascadero BMX Association or their designee(s). All buffer landscaping shall be maintained in a way which screens the BMX facility from the historic trail.
(Ord. 521 § 2, 2007)
A Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 32 shall be established for 12 lots in Subdivision Tract 2625, recorded in Book 31 of Recorded Maps, page 23 through 25, San Luis Obispo County, CA (Assessor Parcel Numbers 049-105-01 through 012). The maximum density within this planned development shall not exceed a gross density of four (4.0) units per acre and shall have an underlying zoning designation of Residential Single-Family (RSF-X). The following development standards shall be applied to all properties recorded:
(a) 
A Master Plan of Development of the site shall be approved (CUP 2004-0126). All construction and development shall be in conformance with the approved Master Plan of Development.
(b) 
No subsequent lot splits or lot line adjustments shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved Master Plan of Development.
(c) 
All lots shall front on a public street.
(d) 
Architectural elevations shall be consistent with approved elevations as shown in the approved Master Plan of Development (CUP 2004-0126).
(e) 
Building setbacks shall be consistent with the approved Master Plan of Development (CUP 2004-0126):
Primary street yard at porch (measured from back of sidewalk)
10 feet
Primary street yard at dwelling (measured from back of sidewalk)
20 feet
Primary street yard at garage (measured from back of sidewalk)
25 feet
Side yards (measured from property line)
5 feet
Corner lot street yard (measured from back of sidewalk)
5 feet
Rear yard (measured from property line)
5 feet
Rear yard adjacent to existing lots greater than a one-half (½) gross acre (Lots 1, 2, 3, 6, 7)
12 feet
(f) 
Garages placement shall be consistent with the approved master plan of development (CUP 2004-0126).
(g) 
Building coverage (residence plus garage footprint) shall not exceed 35% of the individual lot area. Landscaping shall constitute a minimum of 40% of the lot area. The measurement of landscaped areas shall be exclusive of driveways, patios, decks, etc.
(h) 
Two-story residential additions are permitted; however, the additions shall be reviewed by the Design Review Committee or referred to a separate committee as directed by the Planning Director.
(i) 
All mechanical equipment, including HVAC units and utility meters, shall be screened from view from adjacent streets and properties.
(j) 
Exterior fencing shall be consistent with the approved master plan of development landscaping plan (CUP 2004-0126).
(k) 
The use of residential accessory buildings (sheds, etc.) will be allowed; however, the footprint of such accessory buildings will count toward the maximum percent of allowable building coverage. Residential accessory buildings shall be consistent with the setbacks set forth in subsection (e) of this section. All other regulations shall be consistent with residential accessory structures contained in both the California Building Code (CBC) and the Atascadero Municipal Code (AMC).
(l) 
Each proposed lot shall have a minimum frontage of 50 feet measured at the front setback line. The minimum net lot area shall be 6,000 square feet.
(m) 
Parking for two resident vehicles shall be provided within the provided garage. One guest parking space shall be provided on each individual lot. The driveway area may be used to satisfy the guest parking requirement. On-street parking shall not be used to satisfy any of these parking requirements.
(n) 
All front yards and street facing side yards shall be landscaped with drought tolerant landscaping consistent with the State of California drought tolerant landscaping guidelines.
(o) 
Individual trash collection shall be used for each residential unit. Provisions shall be made for storage of trashcans within the garage or fenced area. These shall be identified in the approved landscape plan.
(p) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone and cable, along the frontage of and within the PD shall be installed underground.
(q) 
Alterations or additions to established dwelling units shall be subject to the density standards of the underlying zone and shall be reviewed pursuant to the City's Appearance Review Guidelines.
(r) 
No farm animals may be kept on a lot.
(s) 
Sewer service shall be provided with connection to the City's sewer system. The project Homeowners Association or similar financial mechanism shall be responsible for the cost of abandoning injector pumps on individual lots when sewer service is made available to El Camino Real or Carrizo Road.
(t) 
All identified roadway improvements shall be completed as shown in the Master Plan of Development (CUP 2004-0126).
(u) 
Lot 1 of Recorded Map Books 31, pages 23 through 25 (APN 049-105-001) shall have a Historic Site Overlay Zone designation. Further development of this lot shall be consistent Atascadero Municipal Code Section 9-3.623 or successor code.
(v) 
Any native tree removals beyond what is identified in Tree Removal Permit 2015-0193 will require Planning Commission approval prior with appropriate findings made, consistent with the City's Native Tree Ordinance.
(Ord. 594 § 2, 2016; Ord. 660 § 5, 2022)
Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 33 is established as shown on the official zoning maps (Section 9-1.102 of this title). A Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 33 is established on parcels APNs 045-401-003, 004 and 045-401-014, 013, 010, 009, 018, and 017 with a combined acreage of 37.7 acres. Development shall be permitted as follows:
(a) 
Project Area Development Standards. The following development standards shall be applicable to the entire project area as identified in Figure 1.
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Figure 1: Development Diagram
(1) 
Lots of less than one acre net shall be required to hook up to City sewer.
(2) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone and cable, along the frontage of, and within the PD and along the project frontages shall be installed and/or relocated underground.
(3) 
All residential uses shall be consistent with the requirements of the underlying zoning district except as allowed by a Master Plan of Development.
(4) 
Any future tree removal shall require approval of the Planning Commission. Exceptions for single-family uses will not be considered exempt within the Planned Development Overlay Zone.
(5) 
Street trees shall be provided along all internal and abutting public street frontages at a maximum spacing of 30 feet on-center. Clustering and alternative spacing may be approved by the City Engineer to accommodate topographic, sight-distance, or drainage conflicts or to maintain the rural setting within larger lot development areas.
(6) 
The construction of any new residential unit (not applicable to replacement of existing units) shall require payment of a mitigation fee toward the Santa Barbara/U.S. 101 interchange. Payment shall be made prior to issuance of any residential building permit. Final fee amount shall be based on a City approved cost estimate of six million five hundred thousand dollars ($6,500,000.00) for the final improvements, with a maximum of $8,000 per unit.
(7) 
All newly constructed residential units shall be subject to inclusionary housing fee payment totaling 5% of the building valuation for any primary residential unit.
(8) 
All shared facilities and public street frontages shall be maintained by the development as a whole or in portions. An HOA or other maintenance mechanism shall be established for each subdivision requiring such prior to recordation of any final map.
(9) 
All parcels shall annex into the City's Community Facilities District prior to or concurrent with recordation of any final map. Annexation will not be required for existing parcels if no map is pursued.
(10) 
Solid privacy fencing adjacent to public frontages shall be set back a minimum of 10 feet from the edge of the pedestrian path/public way easements. All low property line fencing will include landscaping between the fencing and the pedestrian pathway.
(11) 
All lighting shall be designed to eliminate any off-site glare. All exterior site lights shall utilize full cut-off, "hooded" lighting fixtures to prevent off-site light spillage and glare.
(12) 
APCD construction level mitigation measures for fugitive dust and construction emissions shall be required for any site development.
(b) 
The Groves Development—RSF-X Parcels (APNs 045-401-003, and 004). The following development standards shall be applicable to The Groves Development parcels, identified in Figure 1.
(1) 
A clustered subdivision may be permitted with an overall maximum density of two du/ac.
(2) 
All clustered site development shall require the approval of a master plan of development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(3) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved master plan of development.
(4) 
A meandering 10 foot wide pedestrian pathway shall be required along the Viejo Camino frontage, subject to the approval of the City Engineer. Easements shall be dedicated to the City where applicable to accommodate all pedestrian facilities.
(5) 
All internal streets shall be designed with a four foot minimum width walkable shoulder. Exceptions may be granted where topography or drainage facilities conflict, subject to the approval of the City Engineer.
(6) 
Larger parcels shall abut Santa Barbara Road to provide a buffer to the existing rural residential area, maximize tree retention, and minimize grading on heavily sloped areas.
(7) 
A cul-de-sac connection to the neighboring parcels (APNs 045-401-014, 013), as shown on Figure 1, shall be provided through The Groves Development site.
(8) 
On-street parking shall be provided for all streets serving lots of one-half (½) acre or less.
(9) 
All shared facilities shall be maintained by the development through an HOA or other City approved maintenance mechanism.
(c) 
The Neighboring Parcels—RSF-Y Parcels (APNs 045-401-014, 013, 010, 009, 018, and 017). The following development standards shall apply to future development within the planned development boundary.
(1) 
A cluster subdivision may be permitted on any portion or portions of the site area providing overall density does not exceed one du/ac.
(2) 
All clustered site development shall require the approval of a master plan of development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved Master Plan of Development, as conditioned.
(3) 
Architectural site design and individual lot development for non-clustered developments shall be completed by staff and/or a designee of the Community Development Director.
(4) 
Access to the Neighbor Parcel portion of the project site from Halcon Road shall be consolidated into two access roads. Shared access roads shall be evaluated for sight-distance upon submittal of any tentative map and/or development plan. Proposed access roads shall be designed to serve the entire area. Private driveways shall be eliminated once development commences. Private driveways serving existing residences where access off of the shared roads is not feasible, may request an exception to this requirement, subject to the approval of the City Engineer. Should any parcel resulting from the subdivision of APNs 045-401-014, 013 take access via Halcon Road, the consolidated access roads shall be utilized. No private driveway connections to Halcon Road from APNs 045-401-014, 013, or subdivided portions thereof, shall be permitted.
(5) 
All shared facilities shall be maintained by the development through an HOA or other City approved maintenance mechanism.
(6) 
On-street parking shall be required for roads serving lots of one-half (½) acre or less.
(7) 
Walkable shoulders designed to meet City standards shall be required for all roads serving lots of one-half (½) acre or less. Roads serving lots of greater than one-half (½) acre shall be designed to City standards.
(8) 
A meandering 10 foot wide pedestrian pathway shall be required along the Halcon Road frontage, subject to the approval of the City Engineer. Easements shall be dedicated to the City where applicable to accommodate all pedestrian facilities.
(9) 
A noise analysis shall be required for all residential units and private outdoor areas located within 75 feet of Halcon Road. A noise analysis will only be required for private outdoor areas where the usable space is located entirely within this zone.
(10) 
A biological survey to determine the presence of sensitive plant species and wildlife species such as nesting birds, American badger, or Silvery legless lizards shall be conducted prior to the issuance of any building permit or approval of any subdivision map or development plan. Recommendations from the report shall be adhered to prior to and/or during construction.
(Ord. 595 § 2, 2016)
A Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 34 shall be established for a 32 lot subdivision know as Tract 3099, located at parent Assessor Parcel Number 045-351-008 with a total net acreage of 3.79 acres. Development shall be permitted as follows:
(a) 
A Master Plan of Development of the site shall be approved under the form of a major conditional use permit. All construction and development shall be in conformance with the approved master plan of development.
(b) 
No subsequent lot splits or lot line adjustments shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved Master Plan of Development.
(c) 
Any deviations from the approved architecture, colors and materials board, and other architectural enhancement or features shall be approved by the Design Review Committee (DRC) or its successor committee or board.
(d) 
All lots shall front on a public street or dedicated right-of-way.
(e) 
Architectural elevations shall be consistent with approved elevations as shown in the approved Master Plan of Development.
(f) 
Building setbacks shall be consistent with the approved Master Plan of Development:
Primary street yard garages (measured from the back of sidewalk)
25 feet
Primary street yard covered porches/decks (measured from back of sidewalk)
3 feet
Primary street yard residential units (measured from back of sidewalk)
15 feet
Primary street yard (Lot 31, Senior Apartments, measured from property line)
10 feet
Side yards (measured from property line)
0 feet
Side yard (Lot 31, Senior Apartments)
15 feet
Corner street yard (measured from back of sidewalk)
15 feet
Corner street covered porch/deck (measured from back of sidewalk)
3 feet
Rear yard (measured from property line)
5 feet
(g) 
All mechanical equipment, including HVAC units and utility meters, shall be screened from view from adjacent streets and properties.
(h) 
Maximum height of residential structure(s) on lot 31 shall be 44 feet. All other residential unit heights shall be consistent with heights contained in the Atascadero Municipal Code.
(i) 
Exterior fencing and walls design, and location, shall be consistent with the approved Master Plan of Development landscaping plan. "Dog-eared" type fencing is prohibited throughout the development.
(j) 
The use of residential accessory buildings (sheds, etc.) will be allowed on the designated rear half of a lot, if the structure can meet setback requirements for residential accessory structures contained in both the California Building Code (CBC) and the Atascadero Municipal Code (AMC).
(k) 
The minimum lot area shall be 2,350 square feet for lots containing residential units. No minimum lot size for lots containing common open spaces or utilities within the subdivision.
(l) 
Parking for resident vehicles shall be provided within the provided garage on lots containing garages. The driveway area may be used to satisfy the parking requirements.
(m) 
All front yards and street facing side yards shall be landscaped with drought tolerant landscaping consistent with the State of California drought tolerant landscaping guidelines.
(n) 
Individual trash collection shall be used for each residential unit. Provisions shall be made for storage of trashcans within the garage or fenced area. These shall be identified in the approved landscape plan.
(o) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone and cable, along the frontage of and within the PD shall be installed underground, unless both the Community Development Director and the Public Works Director determine that relocation of existing utilities underground renders the project infeasible.
(p) 
Alterations or additions to established dwelling units shall be subject to the density standards of the underlying zone and shall be reviewed pursuant to the City's Appearance Review Guidelines.
(q) 
No farm animals may be kept on a lot.
(r) 
All identified roadway improvements shall be completed as shown in the Master Plan of Development.
(s) 
Any native tree removals beyond what is identified in the approved tree removal will require prior Planning Commission approval with appropriate findings made, consistent with the City's Native Tree Ordinance.
(t) 
No additional units shall be approved within the development without amending the Master Plan of Development. Density must be consistent with the underlying zoning ordinance.
(Ord. 611 § 2, 2017; Ord. 660 § 5, 2022)
Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 35 is established as shown on the official zoning maps (Section 9-1.102 of this title). A Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 35 is established on parcels APN 049-063-003, 004, 049-071-029, 030 (Parcels 1-4 of AT02-278).
(a) 
All site development or significant modifications, beyond ADA or code required changes, to the site or exterior changes of any building shall require Design Review Committee review.
(b) 
The following uses are allowed within the PD-35 overlay zone:
(1) 
Churches and related activities;
(2) 
Indoor recreation services;
(3) 
Libraries and museums;
(4) 
Public assembly and entertainment;
(5) 
Parks and playgrounds;
(6) 
Temporary events;
(7) 
Utility facilities;
(8) 
Government offices;
(9) 
Temporary offices;
(10) 
Residential care: 6 residents or less;
(11) 
Child care center;
(12) 
Adult day care facility;
(13) 
Parking lots;
(14) 
Broadcast studios.
(c) 
The following uses are conditionally allowed within the PD-35 overlay zone:
(1) 
Schools;
(2) 
Single family dwelling;
(3) 
Schools – Business and vocational;
(4) 
Membership organizations;
(5) 
Social service organizations;
(6) 
Utility infrastructure;
(7) 
Telecommunications facilities.
(Ord. 625 § 5, 2019)
Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 36 may be established in Residential Multifamily Zones. The maximum residential density within the planned development shall not exceed the densities allowed by the underlying zoning district and provisions of this code. The following development standards shall be met by all projects within the PD36 Overlay Zone:
(a) 
All site development shall require the approval of a Master Plan of Development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(b) 
The tentative tract map and any subsequent amendments for the site shall be consistent with an approved Master Plan of Development. All construction and development shall conform to the approved master plan of development, as conditioned.
(c) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved Master Plan of Development.
(d) 
A parent lot or lots shall have frontage on a public street.
(e) 
Access off of the public street shall be designed as a parking court with a maximum length of less than 150 feet and shall include the following elements:
(1) 
Decorative paving continuous throughout the parking court;
(2) 
Address marker at the entrance to the court.
(f) 
Appearance of each dwelling unit, site landscaping, site development, and amenities shall be consistent with the Atascadero Appearance Review Manual. All landscaping shown on the approved landscape plan will be installed by the developer and shall be maintained as approved.
(g) 
Building setbacks shall be as follows:
Setback from public street frontage
15 feet from right-of-way/back of sidewalk (whichever is greater)
Porches can encroach up to 3 feet into the required setback
Setback from parking court/interior street
8 feet to porch
10 feet to front of residence
10 feet minimum to garage (if one car garage is proposed, the second parking space must be located in the driveway with a minimum length of 20 feet)
5 feet to side of residence
Setback between buildings
10 feet minimum
Rear yard setback
12 feet minimum
(h) 
Porches shall be provided for each unit. Porches shall be a minimum of six feet deep and a functional width.
(i) 
Residential units adjacent to a public street shall be oriented to the public street.
(j) 
Each unit shall include the following:
(1) 
Three hundred cubic feet of shelved storage area. (Bedroom and entry/coat closets shall not count toward this requirement);
(2) 
Dedicated space for laundry facilities with hookups.
(k) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone, and cable, within the PD and along the project frontages shall be installed and/or relocated underground.
(l) 
Engineered drainage detention basins shall be located within a common area. Multiple basins on individual lots shall not be permitted. All basins shall be landscaped, shall be no deeper than two feet, and shall be unfenced. No retaining walls or fencing shall be permitted within the basin area.
(m) 
Exterior walls or fencing shall be consistent throughout the project. Design and appearance of fences and/or walls shall be compatible with the design of the dwelling units. Fence posts shall be metal or pressure-treated wood. Wood preservative/sealer shall be applied to fence panels.
(n) 
All mechanical equipment, including HVAC units and utility meters, shall be screened from view from adjacent streets and properties.
(o) 
Trash shall be stored in individual garages or behind fenced areas on individual lots. Dedicated trash storage area shall be a minimum of three feet by six feet paved area.
(p) 
The total number of parking spaces shall be provided as follows:
(1) 
Two spaces per unit for units with less than four bedrooms. One additional space for each additional bedroom. All spaces must be located on the individual lot
(2) 
Guest parking provided at a ratio of one space per every three units. Guest parking may not be located adjacent to the public street frontage.
(Ord. 634 § 4, 2020)
Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 37 is established as shown on the official zoning maps (Section 9-1.102 of this title). A Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 37 is established on parcels APN's 049-063-003, 004, 049-071-029, 030 (Parcels 1-4 of AT02-278).
(a) 
All development must be consistent with a City approved Master Plan of Development. A Master Plan of Development approved by the City shall be required prior to completion of conveyance of any site from the City to private ownership. All new development shall be consistent with a Master Plan of Development. The Master Plan of Development shall be reviewed by the DRC and shall consider the views and connectivity between City Hall, Sunken Gardens, the Centennial Plaza and bridge and Colony Square. Building and site designs shall preserve a view corridor to the pedestrian bridge as viewed from West Mall. Any significant building modifications following approval, including ADA or code required changes, to the site or exterior changes of any building, shall require Design Review Committee review.
(b) 
The following uses are allowed within the PD-37 overlay zone on the ground floor:
1.
Artisan Foods and Products
2.
Bar/Tavern
3.
Eating and Drinking Places
4.
General Retail* (with additional parameters—see below)
5.
Microbrewery—Brewpub
6.
Tasting Room
7.
Winery—Boutique
8.
Open space areas for passive outdoor use including walking, gathering, public entertainment, seating, and related, dedicated for use to the public
Note:
*
Minimum operating hours (open to the public) shall be 4 days per week, 6 hours per day, and open until at least 7PM.
The following retail uses shall not be allowed: Building materials and hardware, medical supplies, office supplies, or other items that do not contribute to the synergy, pedestrian orientation and general plan consistency for the downtown.
(c) 
The following uses are allowed within the PD-37 overlay zone above the ground floor:
(1) 
All uses as allowed on ground floor list;
(2) 
Business support services;
(3) 
Live/work unit;
(4) 
Lodging/hotel/motel/vacation rental;
(5) 
Multifamily dwelling;
(6) 
Personal services;
(7) 
Offices.
(d) 
Property Development Standards.
(1) 
Front yard setback at East Mall. Ten foot building setback shall be required for ground floor portions of the building, setback may be utilized for outdoor dining, awnings, second or third story building projections such as decks, patios or other floor area, signs, and other features designed to enhance the public space. No building setback shall be required at the rear side, facing Atascadero Creek.
(2) 
Parking. No on-site parking shall be allowed. Parking required for residential uses shall be required at the rate of one space per two bedrooms (minimum one space per unit), to be located off site within 1,000 feet of the property boundary and provided in perpetuity through an off-site parking agreement. No parking shall be required for retail and restaurant uses on the ground floor consistent with this PD. No parking shall be required for office, or transient lodging uses.
(3) 
Height. Forty-five feet, maximum of three stories, with each successive story a minimum of 10% reduced floor area from story below. Use of roof area permitted for outdoor uses/occupancy. Non-habitable roof projections such as elevator enclosures, parapet walls, roof forms, and other architectural features may extend above the maximum height up to eight feet.
(e) 
Site and Building Design.
(1) 
A single development project shall be completed on the north east side of the plaza, or as one co-hesive project on all of the lots. North east side lots shall be merged prior to conveyance to private ownership.
(2) 
Building designs may bridge the plaza space when a minimum vertical clearance of 16 feet is maintained and a minimum plaza width of 20 feet is maintained. When portions of buildings cover the plaza, provisions for natural light, ample visibility, and unrestricted public/pedestrian access, shall be maintained.
(3) 
Building architecture shall complement, but not duplicate, City Hall. Designs that incorporate brick, extensive glazing, tile roofs, balconies, and opportunities to utilize outdoor spaces shall be strongly encouraged.
(4) 
Recessed building entries with a depth of at least six feet, transom windows, and glazing along East Mall that allows 60% visibility into the ground floor space shall be required. Glazing shall not be blocked by interior walls or panels.
(5) 
Encroachments that provide for outdoor dining shall be encouraged at Centennial Plaza and the public sidewalk while maintaining a minimum path of travel of eight feet on the plaza and six feet on public sidewalks.
(6) 
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 be accessible to Fire Department and Water Company personnel at all times.
(7) 
Building Coverage. No limit. Each successive floor shall reduce interior floor space by 10% to enhance building articulation and reduce building massing.
(8) 
Stormwater. No above ground stormwater retention may be allowed on site in excess of 400 square feet over the entire Planned Development.
(9) 
Native Trees. No Heritage trees shall be impacted or removed by proposed development. Native trees that contribute to the tree canopy of Centennial plaza, the parking lot, and the creek pathway should be preserved in place and protected during construction as feasible. Some native trees may need to be pruned or removed to accommodate appropriate site development. The existing off-site Deodar Cedar shall be preserved and protected. Any tree removals shall be subject to the City's Native Tree ordinance.
(10) 
Public Restrooms. Public restrooms shall be provided in one or more of the ground floor buildings within the PD. Restrooms shall be open to the public for hours to be determined by the City in a location that is accessible from the ground floor.
(Ord. 655 § 4, 2022)
Planned Development Overlay Zone No. 38 is established as shown on the Official Zoning Maps (Section 9-1.102 of this title) on parcels APNs 049-131-043, 044, 052, 058, and 066 (Parcels 1-42 of TR3177). The following development standards shall be applied to all development within the PD38 Overlay District:
(a) 
General Requirements.
(1) 
All utilities, including electric, telephone and cable, along the frontage of and within the PD shall be installed underground.
(2) 
All lighting shall be fully shielded, directional, and dark sky compliant unless specifically exempted below.
(3) 
All mitigation measures listed in the Mitigation Monitoring Program shall be adhered to for the life of the project.
(b) 
Commercial Development.
(1) 
A Master Plan of Development must be established for the commercial development area and all development shall be consistent with the approved Master Plan of Development.
(2) 
All building mounted and parking lot lighting shall be dark sky compliant and designed to reduce off-site glare. All lighting shall be directed downward. The following exceptions shall be permitted:
(i) 
Festoon lighting shall be permitted within the commercial plaza and hotel inner courtyard.
(ii) 
Lower level up-lighting is permitted within the commercial plaza and inner hotel courtyard to highlight architectural building features.
(iii) 
Low level bollard lighting is permitted adjacent to pedestrian paths.
(3) 
All building signage shall comply with the following:
(i) 
All wall signs shall be externally or halo lit.
(ii) 
No cabinet signs shall be permitted.
(iii) 
Each business shall be allowed a wall sign over the entry in addition to a parking lot facing sign if the tenant space is adjacent to the parking area.
(iv) 
Projecting signage shall be permitted as well as an extruded metal sign on the metal canopy(ies).
(v) 
Window graphics shall be permitted per the Atascadero Municipal Code.
(vi) 
A center identification sign in the form of a water tower shall be permitted along Highway 101 in the area designated in the Master Plan of Development. The water tower shall have a maximum height of 65 feet. The water tower sign shall display the name of the project only.
(vii) 
The hotel shall be allowed the following:
a. 
No signage shall be permitted facing residential uses. Lighting facing the freeway shall be externally illuminated with downward lighting. All lighting shall be set on a timer to turn off or dim between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.
(4) 
All parking lot trees shall be maintained in a manner which allows the trees to reach their natural height and width. No growth inhibitors shall be permitted.
(5) 
Amplified sound shall be permitted within the commercial plaza, amphitheater, and hotel court-yard area between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Amplified outside of these hours or locations shall require approval of an AUP.
(6) 
All uses shall comply with the listed uses for the CPK Zone, with the following modifications:
(i) 
The following uses shall be allowed by right:
a. 
Bar/tavern;
b. 
Hotels, motels.
(ii) 
The following uses shall be allowed with the approval of a conditional use permit:
a. 
Social and service organizations.
(iii) 
The following uses shall not be permitted:
a. 
Accessory storage;
b. 
Auto dealers (new and used) and supplies;
c. 
Auto repair and services;
d. 
Bed and breakfast;
e. 
Building materials and hardware w/ outdoor storage areas;
f. 
Collection stations;
g. 
Drive-through sales or services;
h. 
Farm equipment and supplies with outdoor storage areas;
i. 
Financial services and banks;
j. 
Fuel dealer;
k. 
Health care services;
l. 
Horticultural specialties;
m. 
Laundries and dry-cleaning plants;
n. 
Medical extended care services;
o. 
Mini-storage;
p. 
Retail sales—estricted;
q. 
Sales lots;
r. 
Small family day care;
s. 
Transit stations;
t. 
Vehicle and equipment storage.
(c) 
Multifamily Development.
(1) 
All multifamily buildings shall include consistent materials and building styles. Color variations are permitted.
(2) 
All materials and finishes shall be consistent with the approved entitlement design package.
(3) 
All windows shall be non-sliders. No wide vinyl casings or stiles shall be permitted.
(d) 
Single-Family Parcels.
(1) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved within the single-family development area. Urban subdivisions shall not be permitted.
(2) 
Second units shall be permitted consistent with the City's standards for single-family parcels.
(3) 
No urban dwelling units shall be permitted.
(4) 
Maximum height shall be 30 feet.
(5) 
A minimum of two parking spaces are required per lot. These may not be located within the front setback area. On-street parking shall not be used to satisfy the parking requirements. Driveway areas within the setback may provide for guest parking.
(6) 
Building setbacks shall be as follows:
Primary front at porch
9 feet
Primary front at dwelling – first story
15 feet
Primary front at dwelling – second story
20 feet
Primary front at garage/required on-site parking
20 feet
Secondary street setback (corner lot)
10 feet
Interior side
5 feet
Rear yard first story
10 feet
Rear yard at second story
5 feet greater than the first story
Accessory structure side and rear yards
5 feet
(i) 
Garages shall be recessed from the front of the residence by at least 10 feet.
(ii) 
Architectural projections shall be allowed per the Atascadero Municipal Code.
(7) 
Building coverage (residence plus garage footprint) shall not exceed 45% of the individual lot area. Landscaping shall constitute a minimum of 40% of the lot area. The measurement of landscaped areas shall be exclusive of driveways, patios, decks, etc.
(8) 
Two-story residences shall have a second floor that is limited to 75% of the gross area of the first floor inclusive of the garage.
(9) 
Architectural Features. Use of at least five of the following architectural features on all street facing elevations, and at least three of the following architectural features on all interior and rear yard elevations, as appropriate for the building type and style, is required.
(i) 
Dormers;
(ii) 
Gable roof form;
(iii) 
Recessed entries (at least three feet);
(iv) 
Covered porch entries with a minimum projection of six feet;
(v) 
Cupolas or towers;
(vi) 
Pillars or posts;
(vii) 
Eaves (minimum 12 inch projection);
(viii) 
Off-sets in building face (minimum 16 inches);
(ix) 
Window trim;
(x) 
Bay or oriel windows;
(xi) 
Balconies;
(xii) 
A minimum of two decorative patterns on exterior finishes (e.g., scales/shingles, wainscoting, board and batten, and similar features); and
(xiii) 
Decorative cornices and roof lines (e.g., for flat roofs).
(10) 
All mechanical equipment, including HVAC units and utility meters, shall be screened from view from adjacent streets and properties.
(11) 
Exterior fencing shall be consistent throughout the single-family area. Privacy fencing shall be set back a minimum of two feet from the front building façade. Wood fencing shall include a top rail. No dogeared fencing shall be allowed. Rear yard fencing of lots adjacent to the Del Rio Road Frontage shall be set back a minimum of three feet from any retaining wall in excess of two feet.
(12) 
Accessory buildings (sheds, etc.) will be allowed; however, the footprint of such accessory buildings will count toward the maximum percent of allowable building coverage. Patio covers open on at least three sides shall not count toward maximum coverage.
(13) 
Laundry hook-ups shall be provided in each unit.
(14) 
All front yards and street facing side yards shall be landscaped.
(15) 
Individual trash collection shall be used for each residential unit. Provisions shall be made for storage of trashcans within the garage or fenced area.
(16) 
Alterations or additions to established dwelling units shall be subject to the density standards of the underlying zone and shall be reviewed pursuant to the City's Appearance Review Guidelines.
(17) 
No farm animals may be kept on a lot.
(e) 
Cottage Hotel Development.
(1) 
A Master Plan of Development shall be approved prior to development of the site. All site development shall be consistent with the approved Master Plan.
(2) 
A 10 foot landscape buffer shall be provided between all public and private road rights-of-way and the units.
(3) 
A minimum five foot setback shall be maintained between the units and the side property line shared with the adjacent commercial property.
(Ord. 664 § 5, 2023)
A Specific Plan Zone No. 1 is established in on parcels APN 045-311-001, 045-401-015, 045-401-016, 045-411-001, 045-412-001 with a combined gross acreage of 120 acres. The maximum density within the planned development shall not exceed 269 residential units (except for nine bonus units allowed by the General Plan), three and one-half (3.5) acres of service commercial use, and fifty-four and one-half (54.5) acres of open space on the 120 acre project site. The 21 estate lots may contain second units limited to 800 square feet. The development standards contained within the Woodlands Specific Plan Policy Document and Appendices (SP 2003-001), as conditioned, shall be applied to all future development within the specific plan area, and as follows:
(a) 
The vesting tentative tract map (TTM 2003-0027) and any subsequent amendments for the site shall be consistent with SP 2003-0001. All construction and development shall conform to the approved specific plan, as conditioned.
(b) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved Woodlands Specific Plan.
(c) 
The commercial area, residential dwelling units, landscaping, walls and fencing shall be subject to review under the City's Appearance Review requirements consistent with the approved Woodlands Specific Plan.
(d) 
Building setbacks lot sizes, landscape area, and lot coverage shall be as identified within the approved Woodlands Specific Plan.
(e) 
Alterations or additions to established dwelling units shall be subject to the density stan-dards of the Specific Plan Zone and shall be reviewed pursuant to the Woodlands Specific Plan Development Standards.
(f) 
The specific plan shall be adopted and amended by City Council resolution.
(Ord. 429 § 2, 2003)
A Specific Plan Zone No. 2 (SP-02) is established in on parcels (APN 049-112-002, 018, 019, 022, 036, 039, 049-151-005, 036, 037, 040, 041, 049-102-020, 031, 032, 045, 048, 056 and 049-131-070) with a combined gross acreage of 39.3 acres. The permitted uses, maximum intensities, residential densities, site plans and architectural guidelines are established and regulated by the Del Rio Road Commercial Area Specific Plan (SP 2003-0003). The development standards contained within the Specific Plan Policy Document and Appendices, as conditioned, shall be applied to all future development within the specific plan area, and as follows:
(a) 
All development projects and construction permits shall be consistent with the requirements of the Del Rio Road Commercial Area Specific Plan Document (adopted by ordinance) and the Del Rio Road Commercial Area Specific Plan Master Plan of Development which is an appendix to the specific plan and adopted by City Council resolution.
(b) 
No subsequent tentative parcel or tract map shall be approved unless found to be consistent with the approved Del Rio Road Commercial Area Specific Plan.
(c) 
The commercial area, residential dwelling units, landscaping, walls and fencing shall be subject to review under the City's Appearance Review requirements consistent with the approved Del Rio Road Commercial Area Specific Plan.
(d) 
Building setbacks, lot sizes, landscape area, and lot coverage shall be as identified within the approved Del Rio Road Commercial Area Specific Plan.
(e) 
Modifications and changes to the project shall be processed consistent with the Del Rio Road Commercial Area Specific Plan requirements.
(f) 
The Del Rio Road Commercial Area Specific Plan document shall be adopted and amended by City Council Ordinance.
(g) 
The specific plan master plan of development for the Del Rio Road Commercial Area Specific Plan shall be adopted and amended by City Council resolution.
(Ord. 560 § 2, 2012)