The -OTH Old Town Heritage District Overlay is intended to guide development of designated prominent Old Town parcels to enhance the image of Old Town, ensure development of a distinctive and unified streetscape, and contribute to a more pedestrian-oriented downtown area.
(Ord. 20-03 § 6)
The standards of this chapter apply to sites designated with an -OTH extension on the Zoning Overlay Map. Except as provided in this chapter, all new structures and development, including signs, as well as alterations to existing structures must comply with the requirements of the Base District and the regulations applying to multiple districts contained in Part IV of this Title.
(Ord. 20-03 § 6)
All new structures and development, including signs, as well as alterations to existing structures within the - OTH Overlay District are subject to Design Review by the Design Review Board, pursuant to Chapter 17.58. When conducting Design Review, the Design Review Board must find that the project is consistent with the Goleta Old Town Heritage District Architecture and Design Guidelines.
(Ord. 20-03 § 6)
A. 
Zero Setback. On -OTH designated parcels that have Hollister Avenue frontage, new structures must be built without setback from the front property line except that a setback is required to ensure 10 feet between the face of gutter and the back of sidewalk.
B. 
Exceptions. Exceptions to the zero-setback requirement may be granted if it can be clearly demonstrated that the pedestrian character of the sidewalk and street frontage will be better maintained and enhanced by the alternative setback and design. Examples of such exceptions include setbacks for front yard patios and courtyards that enhance pedestrian access to retail commercial areas. The maximum allowed Hollister Avenue front setback is 15 feet.
(Ord. 20-03 § 6)