The purpose of the Planning Use Permit process is to provide a streamlined review mechanism for single purpose, small-scale development within the City of Yucaipa.
(a)
The Planning Use Permit procedure may be used in lieu of a Conditional Use Permit that is otherwise required by this Code, provided that the proposal complies with the qualification criteria for Planning Use Permit review.
(b)
Planning Use Permit review criteria.
(1)
The proposed project must be categorically exempt from California Environmental Quality Act.
(2)
The proposed project is adjacent to one or more abutting properties in the same land use district which are developed or is proposed to serve the needs of the travelling public or rural residents.
(3)
There is existing supportive infrastructure (roads, water, sewer or septic, etc.) to accommodate the proposed use that is consistent with the designated improvement level.
(4)
The proposed project cannot be dependent upon the concurrent filing of any other land use application.
(5)
The project must be planned for immediate development. Phased-development projects will not be considered for Planning Use Permit.
If the proposed project fails to satisfy any of the above listed criteria, it will be subject to a Conditional Use Permit.
(c)
The Planning Use Permit will provide an expedited review for small-scale development through the utilization of the review criteria and concurrent project review (plot, construction, and improvement plans) by the Offices of Planning, Building and Safety, and Engineering and the use of standardized conditions of project approval.
(d)
The Community Development Director may determine that a proposed project requires a Conditional Use Permit review based on a determination that the project has generated sufficient controversy or concern to require a more detailed review.
(e)
Procedure: Public Hearing.
(f)
Reviewing authority: Planning Commission.
(g)
Findings. Prior to approving an application for a Planning Use Permit, the reviewing authority shall find the following.
(1)
The site for the proposed use is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the proposed use and all yards, open spaces, setbacks, walls and fences, parking areas, loading areas, landscaping, and other required features.
(2)
The site for the proposed use has adequate access, meaning that the site design incorporates street and highway limitations.
(3)
The proposed use will not have a substantial adverse effect on abutting property or the permitted use thereof, meaning that the use will not generate excessive noise, vibration, traffic, or other disturbance. In addition, the use will not substantially interfere with the present or future ability to use solar energy systems.
(4)
The proposed use is consistent with the goals, policies, standards, and maps of the General Plan and any applicable Specific Plan.
(5)
The lawful conditions stated in the approval are deemed necessary to protect the public health, safety, and general welfare.
(6)
The design of the site has considered the potential for the use of solar energy systems and passive or natural heating and cooling opportunities.
(Ord. 210 § 10, 2001)