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CHAPTER 8.04
8.04.010
8.04.020
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8.04.030
A.
Title. This Title shall be known as the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Dublin, Title
8 of the Dublin Municipal Code, hereafter referrecl to as the "Zoning Ordinance."
Purpose. The purpose of this Zoning OrdinanGe is to promote and protect the
public health, safety, peace, comfort, convenience and general welfare; to
preserve and enhance the aesthetic quality of the City by providing regulations to
ensure an appropriate mix of laRG uses, and that each laRG use relates properly to
adjacent laRG uses in an orderly manner; establish the decision, the authority
and powers for the administration of the Zoning Ordinance; and for the
following specified purposes:
A.
Implement the General Plan and Specific Plans, and to guide and manage the
future growth of the City in accordance with those plans.
B.
Protect, retain, and enhance the character and stability of existing development,
and to encourage orderly and beneficial new devE!lopment.
C.
Provide adequate light, air, privacy, and convenience of access to property, and to
secure safety from fire and other dangers.
D.
Prevent overcrowding of the land and undue con~lestion of the population.
E.
Manage the distribution of population in accordance with the availability of the
natural resources, public facilities and services necessary to support a growing
City.
F.
Protect and preserve the natural environment of the City of Dublin.
G.
Regulate the location, use, and design of buildings structures and taRa uses so as
to reduce hazards to the public resulting from the inappropriate location, use, or
design of buildings structures and laRG uses in relation to natural and built hazards
and resources, existing buildings structures and laRG uses, and the existing or
prospective traffic movements on the City's roadway system.
H. Attain the physical, social, and economic advantages resulting from
comprehensive and orderly laRG use and resource planning.
Safeguard and enhance the appearance of the City.
Authority and General Plan Consistency.
This Zoning Ordinance is enacted based on the authority vested in the City by the
State, including, but not limited to, the State Constitution, Section 65000 and
subsequent sections of the California Government Code, the Fair Housing Act,
and the Health and Safety Code.
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B.
It is the policy of the City that the Zoning Ordinance be used to implement the
General Plan and Specific Plans. The Dublin City Council intends that this Zoning
Ordinance be consistent with the Dublin General Plan and Specific Plans, and that
any taRa use or development approved in compliance with this Zoning Ordinance
also be consistent with the Dublin General Plan and applicable Specific Plans.
8.04.040
Applicability of the Zoning Ordinance. This Zoning Ordinance applies to all taRa
uses and development within the City of Dublin as follows:
A.
New haRd Uses, Building Permits, Structures, and Changes to Them. Compliance
with all of the following requirements, to the satisfaction of the Director of
Community Development Director, is necessary for any person or public agency
to lawfully establish a new taRa use or structure, issue a Building Permit, or to alter
or replace any use or structure:
1. The proposed use must be allowed within the zoning district that applies to
the site.
2. ,The proposed use of land or, structure, development, or related division of
land must be legal or non conformin~, and satisfy all applicable
requirements and development regulations of this Zoning Ordinance,
including but not limited to, lot area, lot square footage per dwelling unit, lot
dimensions, maximum residential use per-tet, setbacks, distance between
residences, maximum lot coveraqe, common useable outdoor space, height
limits, sign regulations, and all other requirements of this title Zoning
Ordinance.
3. Any Permit or other approval required by the applicable zoning district or
other provision of this title Zoning Ordinance must be obtained in
compliance with the requirements of thiS Zoning Ordinance, and any
applicable conditions of approval of that Permit must be met to the
satisfaction of the Director of Community Development Director.
B. Continuation of an Existing haRd Use or StructurE!. It is unlawful and a violation of
the Dublin Municipal Code for anyone a person to maintain the use of a parcel
that violates any provision of Title 8 this Zoningl Ordinance; provided, however,
a taRa use or structure that was lawfully established before this Zoning Ordinance
was enacted or before enactment of any applicable amendment to this Zoning
Ordinance, may continue, provided no expansion or modification to said pre-
existing Non-Conforming Use or Structure shall be permitted, except as allowed by
Chapter 8.140, Non-Conforming Structures and Uses.
C. Subdivision of Land. Any subdivision of land within the City of Dublin occurring
after the effective date of this Zoning Ordinance shall be consistent with the
minimum lot size requirements, lot square footago per dwelling unit requirements,
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all other applicable requirements of this Zoning Ordinance, and with Chapter Title
9, of the Dublin Municipal Code relating to Subdivisions, of the Municipal Code.
D. Effect of Zoning Ordinance changos on projects in progross. Tho onactment of
this Ordinanco or amondments to its requiremont!) may have tho offect of imposing
difforent standards on no'l.' land uses, dovoloprront and/Dr structures than thoso
that applied to existing bnd uses, dovolopmont and/or structures. Following the
eff.ectivo dato of this Ordinanco, or any amendmonts to this Ordinanco, tho
following previsions shall apply:
1. Ponding applications. All land use permit applications that have boon
dotorminod by the Departmont to bo complete before tho offoctivo date of
this Ordinance or any amondmont, will be procossod according to tho
regulations in effect whon tho application ':.'as accoptod as complete.
2. Approved projects not yet under oonstruction. Any structure authorizod by
an Conditional Use Pormit, Sito Development Reviow, Tomporary Uso
Permit, or Varianco, for which construction has not bogun as of tho offectivo
dato of this Ordinanco or any amend mont, may still bo constructed in
complianco v:ith the approvod pormit, as long as construction is oompleted
and tho approvod bnd use is establishod bofore the expiration of tho pormit
or, where applicablo, bofore the expiration Jf any approved time extension.
3. Projects undor construction. /\ structure that is undor construction pursuant
to a valid Building Permit on tho effoctive) dato of this Ordinance or any
amondment, may bo complotod and need not bo changod to satisfy any
new or different requirements of this Ordinanco as long as oonstruction is
boyond tho approval of tho first inspoction on the effective dato of this
Ordinance or any amondment, and providod that construotion is diligontly
prosecutod to completion. Such a structuro shall bo deemed to bo a
lawfully existing building.
-1. Other roquiromonts may still apply. Nothing in this Ordinanco shall
oliminato the need for obtaining any othor permits required by tho City, or
any pormit, approval or ontitlomont required by other chapters of tho City
Municipal Code or by tho regulations of ::my City Department or by any
County, regional, Stato, or Foderal agency.
5. Pormits, approvals, and licenses issued in complianco with Ordinance. All
pormits and Iiconsos shall be issued by tho City in complianoe with tho
provisions of this Ordinance, after the effoctivo dato of this Ordinance or
any amendmont. Any permit, approval, or liconso issuod in conflict with this
Ordinanco shall be void.
8.04.050
Rosponsibility for Administration Administrative I~esponsibility. This Ordinanco
Title 8, Zoning, shall be administered by the Dublin City Council, Planning
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Commission, Director of Community DeveloprneAt, Zoning Administrator, and
Department of Community Development Community Development Director, as
prescribed in this Chapter. As prescribed in Chapter 8.128, Authority to
Administer Title 8.
8.04.060 Community Development Director and Community Development
Department.
A.
8.04.070
A.
Authority. The Community Development Dimctor shall have administrative
authority over the Community Development Department. The Community
Development Director is designated as the appointing authority for
personnel purposes for the Community Development Department.
B.
Appointment. The Community Development Director shall be appointed by
the City Manager and shall serve at the discretion of the City Manager.
C.
Duties. The Community Development Department shall perform the duties
and functions prescribed in the Municipal Code and in California
Government Code Section 65103. Through its Director, the Department shall
carry out any other responsibilities assigned by the City Council, including
but not limited to, the administration and enforcement of the provisions of
Title 8; the review of projects pursuant to the requirements of Title 8 and the
City of Dublin Environmental Guidelines; and the day-to-day and long range
management of the Department. Except where otherwise provided in Title 8,
the Community Development Director may designate members of the
Department staff to carry out his/her responsibilities under this Title.
D.
Powers. The Community Development Dimctor shall have the approval
authority over those matters as specifically pr'ovided by Title 8.
E.
Referral to Zoning Administrator and Planninu Commission. At any point in
the project review process the Community Development Director may
transfer original hearing jurisdiction to the Zoning Administrator and
Planning Commission at his/her discretion because of policy implications,
unique or unusual circumstances, or the magnitude of the project. See
Section 8.96.020.C, Permit Procedures.
F.
Appeal. Decisions of the Community Duvelopment Director may be
appealed as provided in Chapter 8.136, Appeals.
Zoning Administrator.
Authority. The Community Development Dire.ctor shall serve as the Zoning
Administrator pursuant to the authority established by California
Government Code Section 65900 et. seq., and as established by this section.
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B. Appointment. The Community Development Director, at his/her discretion,
may designate a member of the Community Development Department staff
to serve as the Zoning Administrator.
C. Duties and Supervision of the Zoning Administrator
1. Duties and Functions. The Zoning Administrator shall perform the
duties and functions prescribed in the Municipal Code in addition to
those assigned by the Community Development Director.
2. Designee. When the Community Devolopment Director assigns the
duties of the Zoning Administrator to a staff person, that designee
shall also perform any additional duties in the Community
Development Department assigned by the Director as appropriate to
the personnel title of the designee. The designee shall be subordinate
and directly responsible to the Dire,c:tor and/or any intermediate
supervisory staff in the performance of all duties other than those of
Zoning Administrator, but shall not be subordinate to, nor under the
direction or control of the Director when performing the duties of
Zoning Administrator.
D.
Powers. The Zoning Administrator shall serve as a hearing officer and is
assigned the authority and original jurisdiction to investigate, consider,
approve or deny applications for Conditional Use Permits, Variances, and
any other matters as specifically provided by this Title.
E.
Referral to Planning Commission. At any point in the project review process
the Zoning Administrator may transfer original hearing jurisdiction to the
Planning Commission at his/her discretion because of policy implications,
unique or unusual circumstances, or the magnitude of the project. See
Chapter 8.96, Permit Procedures.
F.
Appeal. Decisions of the Zoning Administrator may be appealed as provided
by Chapter 8.136, Appeals.
Planning Commission. The duties of the Planning Commission are
described in Chapter 2.12 ofthe Municipal Code.
Project Review Committee.
Appointment. The Project Review Committee shall consist of a
representative of such agencies and City departments that have an interest
in a project and would provide conditions of approval or other development
standards.
B.
Authority/land Use Permits. The Project Roview Committee shall review
Conditional Use Permits, Site Development Re,views, Variances, Parcel Maps
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and Tentative Maps being processed pursuant to Title 9, Subdivisions, and
other land use permits; advise the Community Development Department
Staff on such applications; and propose conditions of approval. The Project
Review Committee shall be chaired by the !;taff member assigned to the
project being reviewed.
C.
Authority/Other Planning Actions. The Prclject Review Committee shall
review Planned Development Rezones, Zonin!9 Ordinance Amendments and
other planning actions, to determine appropriate standards to include in
ordinances and planning documents.
Interpretation. The Diroctor of Community Development Director is assigned the
responsibility and authority to interpret the requirements of this Zoning Ordinance.
This Section provides rules for resolving qU'3stions about the meaning or
applicability of any part of this Zoning Ordinance.
A.
Language. The meaning and construction of words and phrases as set forth shall
apply throughout this Zoning Ordinance, except where the context of such words
or phrases clearly indicates a different meaning or construction. All underlined
terms contained in this Zoning Ordinance are defined in Chapter 8.160,
Definitions, of this Zoning Ordinance. Definitions contained in the Uniform
Building Code shall be applicable except when in conflict with definitions contained
in Chapter 8.160 of this Zoning Ordinance, in which case the Zoning Ordinance
definition shall apply. The following general rules of construction shall apply to the
textual provisions of this Zoning Ordinance:
1. Headings. The Section and subsection headings of this Zoning Ordinance
do not govern, limit, modify, or in any manner affect the scope, meaning or
intent of any provision of this Zoning Ordinance.
2. Illustrations. In case of any difference of meaning or implication between
the text of any provision and any illustration, the text of the provision shall
control.
3. Shall, May, and Should. "Shall" is always mandatory and not discretionary.
"May" is permissive and discretionary. "Should" is advisory and not
mandatory.
4. Tense, Number, and Gender. Words used in the present tense include the
past and future tenses. Words used in the singular include the plural, and
the plural the singular, unless the context clearly indicates the contrary.
The masculine and feminine genders are both inclusive of the masculine,
feminine, and neuter.
5. Conjunctions. Unless the context clearly indicates the contrary, the
following conjunctions shall be interpreted as follows:
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"And" indicates that all connected items or :>rovisions shall apply.
"Or" indicates that the connected items or provisions may apply singly or in
any combination.
"Either. . . Or" indicates that the connected items or provisions shall apply
singly but not in combination.
6. Number of Days. Whenever a number of days is specified in this Zoning
Ordinance, 9f in any permit, condition of approval or notice issued or given
as provided in this Zoning Ordinance, such number of days shall be
construed as calendar days, except that sllch time limits shall extend to the
following working business day where th.~ last of the specified number of
days falls on a Saturday, Sunday or any City holiday.
7. Minimum Requirements. When interpreting and applying the regulations of
this Zoning Ordinance, all provisions Hhall be considered to be the
minimum requirements, unless stated othelwise.
8. Text Error. Where the Director of Community Development Director
determines through review of the public record of a City Council hearing
and action that the text of this Zoning Ord inance is in error, the Director of
Community Development Director shall have the authority to correct the
error to make the Zoning Ordinance text consistent with the action of the
City Council.
B. Zoning District Boundaries. If there is uncertainty about the location of any zoning
district boundary shown on the official zoning map, the following rules are to be
used in resolving the uncertainty.
1. Lot, Alley or Street Lines. Where zoning district boundaries approximately
follow lot, alley, or street lines, the lot line~! and street and alley centerlines
shall be construed as the district boundaries.
2. Divided Parcel. If a zoning district boundary divides a parcel and the
boundary line location is not specified by distances printed on the zoning
map, the location of the boundary will bE! determined by using the scale
appearing on the zoning map.
3. Vacated or Abandoned Public Street or Alley. Where a public street or alley
is officially vacated or abandoned, the property that was formerly the public
street or alley will be included within the, zoning district of the adjoining
property on either side of the centerline of the vacated or abandoned public
street or alley.
4. Physical Feature. Where a zoning district boundary is shown as
approximately following a physical featu 'e such as a stream, drainage
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channel, topographic contour line, power line, or railroad right-of-way, the
boundary location shall be determined by the Director of Community
Development Director, based upon the cllaracter of the particular feature
used as a boundary.
5. Map Error. Where the Director of Community Development Director
determines through review of the public record of a City Council hearing
and action on a rezoning that a zoning district boundary tiRe or other
information on the official zoning map has been drafted in error, the
Community Development Director shall have the authority to correct the
error to make the official map consistent with the action of the City Council.
C. Permitted Uses of Land. If a proposed use ef-IfM is not specifically included in
Chapter 8.12, Zoning Districts And Permitted Uses of Land, Chapter 8.16,
Agricultural Zoning District, Chapter 8.20, Residential Zoning Districts, Chapter
8.24, Commercial Zoning Districts, Chapter 8.28, Industrial Zoning Districts or
within a Planned Development Zoning District the use shall not be allowed, except
as follows:
1. Permitted. The Director of Community Development Director may
determine that a proposed use not included in the use types permitted by
the above sections Chapters is permitted if the Community Development
Director finds all of the following:
a. Characteristics and Activities. The characteristics of, and activities
associated with the proposed use are in substantial conformity with
those of one or more of the uses included in the use types permitted
by the zoning district, and will not involve a higher level of activity,
intensity, or population density than the uses included in the use
types permitted in the zoning district.
b. General Plan and Specific Plans. The proposed use will be
consistent with the goals, objectives and policies of the General Plan
and applicable Specific Plans.
c. Purpose and intent of Zoning District. The proposed use will meet
the purpose ~md intont of the zoning district th3t applios to tho sito in
which it is located.
2. Referral to Planning Commission. The Qife!ctor of Community Development
Director may refer questions about proposed but unincludod uses not
included in this Zoning Ordinance directly to the Planning Commission
for a determination at a public hearing.
3. Treated in Same Manner. When the Q.ifector of Community Development
Director or the Planning Commission, ciS applicable, determines that a
proposed, but unincluded use is in substantial conformity with an included
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and therefore permitted use, the proposed use will be treated in the same
manner as the included use in determining where it is allowed, what permits
or approvals are required and what other standards and requirements of
this Zoning Ordinance apply.
D. Official Interpretations. Whenever the Directl3f--Gf Community Development
Director determines that the applicability or meaning of any of the requirements of
this Zoning Ordinance aFe is unclear generally or as applied to a specific case,
the Director of Community Development Diirector may issue an official
interpretation. Official interpretations shall be:
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1. In writing, and shall quote the provisions of this Zoning Ordinance being
interpreted, together with an explanation of their meaning or applicability in
the particular or general circumstancE!s that caused the need for
interpretation.
2. Distributed to the City Council, Planning Commission, City Attorney, City
Clerk, and Department staff.
Any Zoning Ordinance provisions that are determined by the Director of
Community Development Director to be unclear (with the exception of text and
map errors addressed above) will be corrected by amending the Zoning Ordinance
as soon as is practical. Until amendments can occur, the Director of Community
Devolopment shall maintain a complete record of all official interpretations,
available for public review, and indexed by the number of the Zoning Ordinance
Section that is the subject of the interpretation.
E.
Appeal and Referral. Any interpretations of this Zoning Ordinance by the Director
ef-Community Development Director may be a ppealed as provided in Chapter
8.136, Appeals. The Director may refer any interpretation of this Zoning
Ordinance to the Planning Commission for a decision at a public hearing.
Conflicting Requirements. The following provisions apply to conflicting
requirements of the Zoning Ordinance.
A.
Other Code Provisions. If conflicts occur betwnen requirements of this Zoning
Ordinance, or between this Zoning Ordinance and other regulations of the City,
the most restrictive shall apply.
B.
General Plan, Specific Plans. Where conflicts occur between this Zoning
Ordinance and the General Plan or Specific Plans, the provisions of the General
Plan and the Specific Plan shall apply.
C.
Private Agreements. It is not intended that tile requirements of this Zoning
Ordinance interfere with, repeal, abrogate or annul any easement, covenant, or
other agreement that existed when this Zoning Ordinance became effective.
Where this Zoning Ordinance imposes a greater restriction on the Development or
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use of structures or land than a private requirement, the provisions of this Zoning
Ordinance shall apply. Where a covenantor private agreement imposes a greater
restriction than this Zoning Ordinance, the provisions of this Zoning Ordinance
shall still apply without diminishing any private agreements or restrictions. The
City will not enforce any private covenant or agmement unless it is a party to the
covenant or agreement.
Joint Reference. Wherever a regulation is applied herein to any "A" zoning district,
it shall be understood to apply to any zoning district or "zone" designated in
Chapter 8.16, Agricultural Zoning District by the primary symbol "A". Wherever a
regulation is applied herein to any "R" zoning district it shall be understood to apply
to any zoning district or "zone" designated in Chapter 8.20, Residential Zoning
Districts by the primary symbol "R". Wherever a regulation is applied herein to any
"C" zoning district it shall be understood to apply to any zoning district or "zone"
designated in Chapter 8.24, Commercial Zoning Districts by the primary symbol
"C". Wherever a regulation is applied herein to any "M" zoning district it shall be
understood to apply to any zoning district or "zone" designated in Chapter 8.28,
Industrial Zoning Districts by the primary symbol "M". Wherever a regulation is
applied herein to any "PO" zoning district it sha I be understood to apply to any
zoning district or "zone" designated in Chapter 8.:~2, Planned Development Zoning
Districts by the primary symbol "PO". The "A", "R", "C", and "M" zoning districts
shall be understood to apply to any "PO" or Planned Development zoning district if
the ordinance establishing the PO zoning district references that zoning district or
where that zoning district is the most comparable zoning district as determined the
Director of Community Development Director.
Partial Invalidation of Zoning Ordinance. If any article, Chapter, Section,
subsection, paragraph, subparagraph, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this
Zoning Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, unconstitutional or
unenforceable, these decisions shall not affect the validity of the remaining
portions of this Zoning Ordinance. The Dublin City Council hereby declares that
this Zoning Ordinance and each article, Chapter, Section, subsection, paragraph,
subparagraph, sentence, clause, phrase and portion thereof would have been
adopted irrespective of the fact that one or more of the portions of the Zoning
Ordinance be declared invalid, unconstitutional or unenforceable.
Exemptions From Permit Requirements. The permit requirements of this
Ordin~mce do not apply to the following activitios, uses of land and structures,
which are 3I1o'l.'od in all zoning districts:
^
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Decks, paths and driveways. Decks, platforms, on site paths, and driveways that
are not required to have building or gr3ding permits by the Municip31 Code, 3re not
over 30 inches above the walking surf3ce, and not over 3ny b3sement or story
below.
B.
Film and the3ter productions. Structures and related development required for
tempor3ry motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery, and still
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photographic sessions, provided that the development does not require :llter:ltions
of tho n:ltur:ll envirenment, Le., romo'J:l1 of veget:ltion, grading or emthwork.
C. Govornment:ll :lcti'lities. Activities of tho City, St:3te or :In agency of the St:lte, or
Feder:ll Government on leased or foder:llly o'Nneclland.
D. Irrigation. The inst:llbtion of irrigation linos.
E. Remodeling:
1. Interior changes. Interior altor:ltions that do not result in :In increase in tho
number of rooms or the gress floor area within the structure, or a change in
the permitted use of the structure.
2. Single F:lmily :lnd two family dwellings. The remodoling of single family
and two family d....'ellings, provided that tho proposed romodeling is in
compli:lnce with :lll applicable regul:ltions cf this Ordin:lnce.
F.
Rep:lirs and mainten:lnce. Ordin:lry repairs and m:lintenance, if tho work does not
result in any change in the :lpproved land use of the site or structure, or the
addition to, enbrgement or exp:lnsion of the structure, and if :lny exterior repairs
employ the S:lme m:lteri:lls :lnd design as origin:llly used.
G.
Retaining w:llls. Ret:lining 'Nalls (retaining e:lrth only) that are not over four feet in
height me:lsured from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall :lnd :lre not
required to h:l'.'e a grading pormit.
H.
School f3cilities. Cert:lin school f3cilities as provided by Government Code
Sections 53091 et. seq.
I.
Solar collectors. The addition of sol:lr collection systems to the roofs of existing
structures.
J.
Utilities. The orection, construction, alter:ltion, or maintenance by :l public utility or
public agency of underground or overhead utilities (Le., w:lter, gas, electric,
telecommunication, supply or disposal systems, including poles, towers. wires,
mains, dr:lins, sewers, pipes, conduits, cables, fin) :ll:lrm boxes, police c:l1I boxes,
traffic sign:lls, etc.), but not including structures, sh:lll be permitted in :lny zoning
district, provided th:lt the route of any electric:l1 tr:lnsmission line(s) h:l'.'ing the
potential of 50.000 volts or more sh:lll be subject to City Council review :lnd
approv:l1 prior to acquisition of rights of way.
Other permits may be required. /\ permitted l:lnd use that h:ls obt:lined a requirod
Permit m:lY still be required to obt:lin other permits before the building is
constructed, or tho use commenced. or otherwise est:lblished :lnd put into
operation. Nothing in this Ordinance sh:lll eliminate the need to obt:lin any permits
or approv:lls required by other provisions of the Municipal Code, including but not
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limited to, building, grading, or other construction permits if requirod, a businoss
licenso if requirod, subdivision approval if roquirod, or any othor pormit roquired by
a regional, Stato or Fedoral agoncy. All nocossary pormits shall bo obtained
boforo starting lJIork or ostablishing new usos.
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CHAPTER 8.12 ZONING DISTRICTS AND PERMITTED USES OF LAND
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Purpose. The purpose of this Chapter is to establish zoning districts, adopt an
official Zoning Map, show equivalent zoning di::;tricts between the new Zoning
Ordinance and the former Zoning Ordinance, determine permitted land uses and
conditionally permitted land uses, aAG establish the decision maker making
authority for SUGtl the conditionally permitted land uses, ensure the protection of
the public health, safety, and welfare; and to c:Iassify and regulate the use of
land and structures within the City of Dublin that will consistently implement
the General Plan and Specific Plans.
Intent. The intent of this Chapter is to ensure the protection of the public health,
safety, and welfare; :md to classify and regulato the use of land, buildings and
structures within the City of Dublin that will consistently implement the General
Plan and specific pkms.
Zoning Districts Established. The City of Dublin shall be divided into zoning
districts which consistently implement the General Plan and Specific Plans. The
following zoning districts are established, and shall be shown on the official Zoning
Map:
A Agricultural Zoning District
R-1 Single-Family Residential Zoning Di::;trict
R-2 Two-Family Residential Zoning District
R-M Multi-Family Residential Zoning District
C-O Commercial Office Zoning District
C-N Neighborhood Commercial Zoning District
C-1 Retail Commercial Zoning District
C-2 General Commercial Zoning District
M P Industrial Park Zoning District
M-1 Light Industrial Zoning District
M 2 Heav'flndustrial Zoning District
PD Planned Development Zoning District
Scarlett Court Overlay Zoning District
Historic Overlay Zoning District
Zoning Map Adopted.
A.
The boundaries of the zoning districts established by Section 8.12.020 shall be
shown upon the map designated as the "City of Dublin Zoning Map" (hereafter
referred to as the "Zoning Map"), on file with the City Clerk, and available at the
Department of Community Development Department.
12-1
Month Year
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
ZONING DISTRICTS ANlD PERMITTED USES OF LAND
Chapter 8.12
8.12.040
B.
The Zoning Map, together with all legends, symbols, notations, references, zoning
district boundaries, map symbols, and other information on the map has been
adopted by the City Council in compliance with California Government Code
Sections 65800 et seq., and is hereby incorporab3d into this Zoning Ordinance by
reference as though it were fully set forth here.
C.
The Zoning Map shall implement the adopted General Plan and Specific Plans.
D.
Amendments to the Zoning Map shall follow the process established in Chapter
8.120, Zoning Ordinance Amendment.
Zoning District Conversion Table. The followin~1 zoning district conversion table
shows the equivalent zones of the new Zoning Ordinance and of the former
Zoning Ordinance:
New Zoning Ordinance Former Zoning Ordinance
A Agricultural District A Agricultu ral District
R-1 Single- Family Residential District R-1 Single- Family Residence District
R-2 Two- Family Residential District R-2 Two- Family Residence District
R-M Multi-Family Residential District R-3 Four- Family Dwelling District
R-M Multi-Family Residential District R-4 Multiple Hesidence District
PD Planned Development District PD Planned Development District
C-O Commercial Office District C-O Administl"ative Office District
C-N Neighborhood Commercial District C-N Neighborhood Business District
C-1 Retail Commercial District C-1 Retail Business District
C-2 General Commercial District C-2 General Commercial District
M P Industrial P3rk District M-1 Light Industrial District M-P Industrial Park District
M-1 Light Industrial District M-1 Light Industrial District
M 2 H03VY Industrial District M-1 Light Industrial District M..2 Heavy Industrial District
PO Planned Development District PO Planned Development District
Scarlett Court Overlay District Scarlett Court Overlay District
Historic Overlay District Historic Overlay District
8.12.50
Permitted and Conditionally Permitted Uses. The following "Land Use Matrix" lists
the permitted and conditionally permitted use types, as defined in Chapter 8.160,
Definitions, in each Zoning District, and the decision maker authority:
Table 12-1: Land Use Matrix
A EJ R-2 I RoM I c-o ] CoN I C-1 I C-2 I M-1 I
USE TYPE
12-2
Month Year
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
ZONING DISTRICTS AN D PERMITTED USES OF LAND
Chapter 8.12
USE TYPE A R-1 R-2 R-M C-O C-N C-1 C-2 M-1
Adult Business C/PC C/PC
Establishment - - - - - - -
Agricultural C/ZA - - - - - - - -
Housing
Agricultural Mobile C/ZA - - - - - - - -
Home
Agricultural C/ZA - - - - - - - C/PC
Processing
Ambulance Service - C/PC - - - - - P P
Animal and/or Bird
Keeping - C/ZA - - - - - - - -
Agricultural
Animal and/or Bird
Keeping - C/ZA - - - - - - - -
Commercial
Animal Keeping - P P P P - - - - -
Residential
Animal Sales and C/ZA C/PC C/PC C/PC
Services - - - - -
Arcade - - - - - - C/PC - -
Auction Yard - - - - - - - C/PC C/PC
Automobile and
Recreational - - - - P P P P -
Vehicle Brokerage
Automobile and
Recreational - - - - - - - P C/PC
Vehicle Rental
Automobile and
Recreational C/ZA C/ZA
Vehicle Repairs - - - - - - -
and Service
Automobile and
Recreational C/PC C/PC
Vehicle Sales and - - - - - - -
Service
AutomobileNehicle
Storage Lot - .. - - - - - C/PC C/PC
(Permanent)
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
12-3
Month Year
ZONING DISTRICTS AND PERMITTED USES OF LAND
Chapter 8.12
USE TYPE A R-1 R-2 R-M C-Q C-N C-1 C-2 M-1
Banks and P P P P
Financial Services - - - - -
Bed and Breakfast C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC
Inn - -
Boarding House - C/ZA C/ZA C/ZA - - - - -
Building Materials - " - - - - P P -
Sales
Car Wash/Detailing - " - - - C/ZA C/ZA C/ZA -
Caretaker C/ZA C/PC C/PC C/PC
Residence " - - - -
Cemeteries,
Columbariums and C/PC " - - - - C/PC C/PC C/PC
Mortuaries
Commercial C/ZA P P
School - " - - -
Community Care - C/PC C/PC C/PC - - C/PC C/PC C/PC
Facility/Large
Community Care P P P P - - - - -
Facility/Small
Community - C/PC C/PC C/PC - - C/PC - -
Clubhouse
Community Facility C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC
Copying and - " - - P P P P -
Blueprinting
Crop Production C/ZA
Dance Floor - " - - - - C/PC C/PC C/PC
Day Care Center - C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC
(15+ children)
Drive-inlDrive- C/PC C/PC C/PC
through Business - " - - - -
Duplex - " P P - - - - -
Eating and
Drinking - " - - C/ZA C/ZA P P C/ZA
Establishment
Emergency C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC
Shelters
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
12-4
Month Year
ZONING DISTRICTS AND PERMITTED USES OF LAND
Chapter 8.12
USE TYPE A R-1 R-2 R-M C-O C-N C-1 C-2 M-1
Equipment and
Materials Storage - . - - - - - C/PC C/PC
Yard
Family Day Care
Home/ Small (up to P P P P - - - - -
8 children)
Family Day Care
Home/Large (up to C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC - - - - -
14 children)
Film and
Photography P C/PC
Studio
Fortunetelling - - - - - - C/PC C/PC -
Garage Conversion - P - - - - - - -
GaragelYard Sale P P P P - - - - -
Home Occupation P P P P - - - - -
Horse keeping C/ZA
Horse
Stable/Riding C/ZA
Academy
Hospital/Medical - - - C/PC - - C/PC C/PC -
Center
Hotel/Motel - - - - - - C/PC C/PC -
Housemover's C/PC
Storage Lot - - - - - - - -
Impound Yard - - - - - - - - C/PC
Industrial - Light - - - - - - - - P
Industrial Transfer/
StoragelTreatment - - - - - - - - C/PC
Facility
Laboratory - - - - P - - P P
Massage - - - - - C/PC C/PC C/PC -
Establishment
Mini-Storage - - - - - - - C/ZA C/ZA
Mobile Home P P P - - - - - -
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
12-5
Month Year
ZONING DISTRICTS AND PERMITTED USES OF LAND
Chapter 8.12
USE TYPE A R-1 R-2 R-M C-O C-N C-1 C-2 M-1
Mobile Homel
Manufactured - C/PC C/PC - - - - - -
Home Park
Multi-Family - - P P - - - - -
Residence
Office - P P
Contractor's - - - - - - -
Office -
Professionall - - - - P P P P -
Administrative
Outdoor Mobile C/ZA C/ZA C/ZA C/ZA C/ZA
Vendor - - - -
Outdoor Seating - - - - C/PC C/PC C/ZA C/ZA -
Parking Lot - - C/ZA C/ZA C/ZA - - - - -
Residential
Parking Loti
Commercial - - - - C/PC C/PC P P C/PC
Garage
Personal Services - - - - - P P P -
Plant Nursery C/PC C/PC - - - - C/PC C/PC -
Printing and - - - - - - - - P
Publishing
Recreational C/ZA C/ZA C/ZA
Facilityllndoor - - - - - -
Recreational C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC
Facility/Outdoor - - - - -
Recycling Facility - - - - - - C/PC C/PC C/PC
Repair Shop - - - - - P P P P
Research and
Development - - - - P - - - P
Laboratory
Residential Use
Secondary to - - - - C/PC C/PC -
Commercial Use
Retail - General - - - - - - P P -
Retail - P P P
Neighborhood - - - - - -
Retail - Outdoor C/PC C/PC
Storage - - - - - - -
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
12-6
Month Year
ZONING DISTRICTS AND PERMITTED USES OF LAND
Chapter 8.12
USE TYPE A R"1 R-2 R"M C"O C"N C"1 C-2 M-1
Salvage and - - " " " " " " C/PC
Wrecking Yard
Second Unit " P - - - " " " "
Service Station " - " " " C/PC C/PC C/PC C/PC
Single"Family P p P P " - - " "
Residence
Small Scale
Transfer and " - " - " - - " C/PC
Storage Facility
Storage of
Petroleum C/ZA P P
Products for On" - - - " " -
Site Use
Transitional P P
Housing
Trucking Terminal - - " " " " " " P
Warehousing and " M - - " " - P P
Distribution
ACRICUL TURAL USE TYPES
ACRICUL TURAL USE A R-t- ~ R- G-G (;-N {;-l. ~ M-P M-l ~
TYPE M
Animal Keeping Gf.b - - - - - - - - - -
. .. A
.Animal Keeping Gf.b - - - - - - - - - -
Commercial A
}.gricultllfal Processing Gf.b - - - - - - - - - -
A
Bir.a Keeping Gf.b - - - - - - - - - -
Commercial A
Crop Production Gf.b - - - - - - - - - -
A
Horse Stable/Riding Gf.b - - - - - - - - - -
..^.cademy A
Horsekeeping Gf.b - - - - - - - - - -
A
RESIDENTIAL USE TYPES
I~"':::; I A ~~I:; 1~~~G+I~I_IM4I~1
. .gncultHral Housmg Gf.b - - - - - - - - -
City of Dub/in Zoning Ordinance
12-7
Month Year
ZONING DISTRICTS AND PERMITTED USES OF LAND
Chapter 8.12
A
Animal Keeping P P P P - - - - - - -
Residential
Boarding H01:lse - Gf.:b Gf.:b Gf.:b - - - - - - -
A A A
Caretaker Residence Gf.:b - - - - - GIll GIll GIll GIll GIll
A G G G G G
COmml:lflity Care P P P P - - - - - - -
Facility/Small
~ , p p
- - - - - - - -
Family Day Care GIll GIll GIll GIll - - - - - - -
Home/Large G G G G
(1:lp to 11 children) Rev.
Ord. 20 06 (NBvembCl"
Jf)()6)
Family Day Care Homel P P P P - - - - - - -
Small
(up to g children) Rev.
o,d. 20 06 (NBvembCl"
Jf)()6)
Farm Mobile Home Gf.:b - - - - - - - - - -
A
roo ~y , "_1 P P P P
............ '-'~.' - - - -
Home Occl:lpation P P P P - - - - -
Mobile Home P P P - - - - - -
Mobile Home - GIll GIll - - - - - - - -
lManafaetl:lred Home Park G G
"/u'L' ~ ., p p
- - - - - - -
Parking Lot Residential - Gf.:b Gf.:b Gf.:b - - - - - - -
A A A
Residential Use Secondary - GIll - - - - GIll - - - -
te G G
Commercial Use
Residential Conversion of - P - - - - - - - - -
Garage to Living Space
Second Unit - Gf.:b - - - - - - - - -
A
n. - . . p p p P
.....HH~ - - - - - -
Temporary Mobile Homel +YP +YP +YP - - - - - - - -
Manufaet1:l:fed Home
Tract and Sales Office! - +YP +YP +YP - - - - - - -
,~ , , TT -
Transitional Housing - - GIll GIll - - - - - - -
Rev. 01'd. 2504 G G
CIVIC USE TYPES
City of Dub/in Zoning Ordinance
12-8
Month Year
ZONING DISTRICTS Af'lID PERMITTED USES OF LAND
Chapter 8.12
CIVIC USE TYPE A R-t- ~ R- (;-() ~: G-t- (rl M-P M-l M-4
M
Community Clubhouse - GIll GIll GIll - - GIll - - - -
G G G G
COlllffiUflity Facility GIll GIll GIll GIll GIll GIll GIll GIll GIll GIll GIll
G G G G G G G G G G G
Hospital/Medical Center - - - GIll - - GIll GIll - - -
G G G
Industrial Transfer/Steragel - - - - - - - - - GIll GIll
Treatment Facility G G
T>~_ +YP +YP +YP +YP +YP +YJ! +YP +YP - - -
Small Scale Transfer - - - - - - - - - GIll GIll
and Storage Facility G G
COMMER-CIAL USE TYPES
COMMERCIAL USE A R-t- ~ R- (;-() <;-l\r G-t- (rl M-P M-l M-4
TYPE M
Adult Business - - - - - - GIll GIll - - -
Establishment G G
Ambulance Service - GIll - - - - - p - p -
G
Animal Sales and Services Gf.:b - - - - - GIll GIll - GIll GIll
A G G G G
Arcade - - - - - - GIll - - - -
G
.Arts and Crafts Fair +YP +YP +YP +YP +YP +lJP +YP +YP +YP +YP
.A.uction Yard - - - - - - - GIll GIll GIll -
G G G
.A.utomobile/Vehicle - - - - p p p p - - -
Brokerage
.A.utomobilelVehicle Rental - - - - - - - p - GIll -
G
i\\:ltomobileIV ehicle - - - - - - - p - GIll -
..... ..1 - G
.A.utomobileIV ehicle Sales - - - - - - - GIll - GIll -
and Service G G
.A..utomobileIV ehicle - - - - - - - +YP - GIll -
Storage Lot G
Banks and Financial - - - - p p p p - - -
Services
Bed and Breakfast Inn GIll GIll GIll GIll - - GIll GIll GfP GIll GIll
G G G G G G G G G
Building Materials Sales - - - - - p p - - -
Car WashlDetailing - - - - - - - Gf.:b - - -
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
12-9
Month Year
ZONING DISTRICTS AND PERMITTED USES OF LAND
Chapter 8.12
A
Carnival - - - - +YP +YP - -
Cemeteries, Columbariums GIll - - - - - GIll GIll - GIll -
and Mortuaries G G G G
Christmas Tree Sales Lot - - - - +YP +YJ! +YP +YP - -
COffiffitHlity Care - GIll GIll GIll - - GIll GIll GIll GIll -
Facility/Large G G G G G G G
,.., - - - p p p p - -
-
Danoe Floor - - - - - - GIll GIll - GIll -
G G G
Day Care Center (1ST - GIll GIll GIll GIll GIll GIll GIll GIll GIll GIll
children) G G G G G G G G G G
Drive inlDrive thrO\:lgh - - - - - GIll GIll GIll - - -
Bl:lsiness G G G
Eating and Drinking - - - - Gf.:b ~ P P Gf.:b Gf.:b -
Establishment Re.'. Om. A A A- A-
M-fJJ
Emergency Shelters - - - - GIll G,lP GIll GIll GIll GIll GIll
Rev. Ortl. 25 04 G G G G G G G
Farmer's Market - - - +YP +YJ! +YP +YP - -
Festival/Street Fair +YP +YP +YP +YP +YP +YJ! +YP +YP - -
Fireworks Sales - - - - - +YP +YP -
Fortulletelling - - - - - - GIll GIll - - -
G G
Health Services/Clinics - - - - Gf.:b - P P - - -
A
Hotel&1otel - - - - - - GIll GIll - - -
G G
HO\:lsemover's Storage Lot - - - - - - - - - - GIll
G
ImpotHld Yard - - - - - - - - - GIll GIll
G G
Laboratory - - - - p - - p p p p
Massage Establishment - - - - - G,lP GIll GIll - - -
G G G
Mini Storage - - - - - - - p - - -
Office Contractor's - - - - - - - p p p p
Office - - - - p p p p p - -
Professional! f.dministrativ
e
Office Trailer - - - - +YP +yp +YP +YP +YP +YP +YP
Commercial
Outdoor Mobile Vendor - - - - Gf.:b ~ Gf.:b Gf.:b Gf.:b Gf.:b Gf.:b
A A A A A A A
O\:ltdoor Sale by Est. Dub. - - - - +YP +yp +YP +YP - - -
Bllir.
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
12-10
Month Year
ZONING DISTRICTS AND PERMITTED USES OF LAND
Chapter 8.12
Ol:ltdoor Seating - - - - GIll GIll GIll GIll - - -
G G G G
Parking Lot/Garage - - - - GIll G,lP P P GIll P P
Commercial G G G
COMMERCIAL USE A R-t- ~ R- (;-() ~: G-t- (rl M-P M-l M-4
TYPE M
Persofl:al Services - - - p p p - -
Plant Nursery GIll GIll - - - - GIll GIll - - -
G G G G
Pumpkin Sales Lot - - - +YP +YJ! +YP +YP - - -
Recreational - - - - - - Gf.:b Gf.:b Gf.:b Gf.:b Gf.:b
Facility/Indoor A A A A A
Recreational G,lP - - - - - GIll GIll GIll GIll GIll
~ -,- G G G G G G
- ",. p p p -
- - - - - - -
Retail Gooeral - - - - - p p - - -
Retail Neighborhood - - - - p p p - - -
Retail Ol:ltdoor Storage - - - - - - GIll GIll - - -
G G
Retail Service - - - - - - p - -
School Commercial - - - - - p p - - -
Service Station - - - - - G,lP GIll GIll - GIll GIll
G G G G G
Shopping Center - - - - - - GIll GIll - - -
G G
Temporary ConstmctioR +YP +YP +YP +YP +YP +tilt +YP +YP +YP +YP +YP
Trailer
Temporary Ol:ltdoor Sale - - - - Gf.:b ~ Gf.:b Gf.:b Gf.:b Gf.:b Gf.:b
Not Related to On Site A A A A A A A
Established Business
(Sidewalk Sale)
Vehiele Storage Y d - - - - - - - - - Gf.:b Gf.:b
Commercial A A
INDUSTRIAL USE TYPES
INDUSTRIAL USE A R-t- ~ R- (;-() (;-l\l G-t- (rl M-P M-l M-4
TYPE M
Equipment and materials - - - - - - - GIll - GfP -
Storage Yard G G
Ind\:lstrial Heavy - - - - - - p
Industrial Light - - - - - - - p p p
Printing and Publishing - - - - - - - - p p -
Recycling Facility - - - - - - GIll GIll G,lP G,lP G,lP
Commercial G G G G G
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
12-11
Month Year
ZONING DISTRICTS AND PERMITTED USES OF LAND
Chapter 8.12
Resear-eh and Development - - - - - - - - p p p
LaBoratory
SalYage and Wrecking - - - - - - - - - GIll GIll
~ G G
,.., +YP +YP +YP
- - - - - - - -
Storage efPetrolemn - - - - - - - p p p p
Products for On Site Use
Trucking Terminal - - - - - - - p p
Warehousing and - - - - - - - p p p P
Distrib\:ltiofl.
KEY/DECISIONMAKER AUTHORITY
Not Permitted -
Permitted P
Zoning Clo::u:mco ZG
Conditional Use Permit/Zoning C/ZA
Administrator
Conditional Use Permit/Planning C/PC
Commission
T ompomry Uso Permit +YP
8.12.060
Permitted and Conditionally Permitted Uses in the Planned Development and
Overlay Zoning Districts. The following provides for permitted and
conditionally permitted Uses and for decisiion maker authority in these
districts.
A.
Planned Development Zoning District. Permiltted uses and decision maker
authority are as provided in Chapter 8.32, Planned Development Zoning
District, and in the Ordinance for each Planned Development.
B.
Overlay Zoning Districts. Overlay zoning districts are a designation in
addition to standard zoning districts, as specified in the Ordinance
establishing the Overlay Zoning District. Permitted and conditionally
permitted uses and decision maker authority shall be as provided in the
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
12-12
Month Year
ZONING DISTRICTS AND PERMITTED USES OF LAND
Chapter 8.12
underlying standard zoning district, except as modified in the Ordinance
establishing the Overlay Zoning District.
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
12-13
Month Year
AGRIICUL TURAL ZONING DISTRICT
Chapter 8.16
AGRICULTURAL ZONING DISTRICT
CHAPTER 8.16
a e - ~grlcu tura onlng IstrlCt enera eve ODmen an ar s
Development Feature A
Minimum Lot Size 10(l1 Acres
Minimum Lot Width and 300 Feet
Frontage
Minimum Lot Depth N/A
8.16.010
8.16.020
Purpose and intent. The purpose and intont of tho Agricultural Zoning District
this Chapter is to establish regulations which ac~ ieve the following:
A.
Preserve and protect agricultural lands that are being used for the commercial
production of agricultural commodities consistent with the General Plan and
applicable Specific Plans and appropriate standards of public health, safety,
welfare, and aesthetics.
B.
Restrict the use of the land in the Agricultural Zoning District to croP production,
the raising of livestock, poultry and other animals and to similar and related Uses
compatible with agricultural operations.
C.
Encourage agricultural Uses in places where more intensive Development is not
desirable or necessary for the public welfare.
D.
Encourage compatibility of all Agriculture Use Types with .the surrounding
neighborhood.
E.
Encourage compatibility of farm Buildings with the surrounding neighborhood.
F.
Prohibit land Uses that are not compatible with commercial agricultural operations.
G.
Preserve open space values and lands reserved for open space purposes.
H.
Ensure adequate light, air, privacy, and open spaee for each Dwelling.
I.
Minimize traffic congestion and avoid the ove"loading of public services and
utilities.
Agricultural Zoning District General Development Standards. The following
area, yard and bulk requirements apply to A (Agricultural) Zoning District:
T bl 16 1 A .
D' . G
t St d d
IZ
ID
16-1
Month 2008
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
AGRICULTURAL ZONING DISTRICT
Chapter 8.16
Development Feature A
Setbacks $~e.....~hal\lte'~:~~j~eveIQPrne~t..~~SJ~.,~~!~~~,.fQr
allowed pFoj@~'QQns andencFoachooentsinto
setbacks
Front 50 Feet
Side 30 Feet
Street Side 50 Feet
Rear 50 Feet
Minhnum Distance B.etween 100 Feet
Residences
Maximum Lot Coverage N/A
25 feet and 2 stories (may be incF~asedto3!)feet
Height Limits and 2stoFiespursuant to SiteOevel~l\ltrl~ntReview
approval by the Planning Commission). See
Chapter 8.44, Development Regulations for
exceptions to height limits.
Residential Accessory See Chapter 8.46, AccEissory Structures and Uses
StructuFes
Permitted and Conditionally Land uses for the A Zo ning District shall be as set
Permitted Land Uses forth in the Land Use Matrix in Section 8.1 2.050
Performance Standards See Chapter 8.44, Performance Standards
Parking See Section 8.76.080, Parking Requirements by
Use Type
8.16.030
A (Agricultural) Zoning District General Requirements.
^
I".
Use types permitted in 1\ zoning district. Animal ~:eeping Residential, Community
Care Facility/Small, GaragelYard Sale, Mobile Home, Single Family Residence,
Small Family Day Care Home; similar and related uses; temporary uses; and
conditional uses. 1\11 Agriculture use types as shown in the Land Use Matrix
require a Conditional Use Permit by the Zon ing Administrator. General Plan
Consistency. The A Zoning District is consistent with the Rural
Residential/Agriculture and Open Space designations of the General Plan.
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
16-2
Month 2008
8.16.030
B.
AGRICULTURAL ZONING DISTRICT
Chapter 8.16
Farm buildings. ,^.II farm buildings including, but not limited to, ::l st::lblo, barn, pen,
corral, greenhouse, or coop aro permittod by moans of a Sito Dovelopment
Revio'l.' in tho 1\ zoning district. Regulations. All land Uses in the A Zoning
District shall comply with all applicable regulations set forth in this Zoning
Ordinance and in the Municipal Code.
Permittod and Conditionally Permittod Land Uses Regulations, and Performanco
Stand::lrds.
^
, ..
Permitted and Condition::llly Pormitted L::lnd Uses For permitted ::lnd conditionally
permitted l::lnd uses, please see the L::lnd Use M::ltrix in Section 8.12.050.
B.
I\ccessory Structures and Uses Regulations. For aooessory structures and uses
regulations, please see Chapter 8.40.
C.
Development Agreement Regul3tions. For development ::lgreement regul3tions,
please see Chapter ~
D.
Development Regulations. For development regulations, please see Chapter
~
E.
Home Occupations Regulations. For home occupations regul3tions, please see
Chapter 8.64.
F.
L::lndscaping ::lnd Fencing Regul3tions. For l::lndscaping and fencing regulations,
pleaso see Ch::lpter ~
G.
Off Street P::lrking and Loading Regulations. For off street parking and 10::lding
regul3tions, ple::lse see Chapter 8.76.
H.
Sign Regul::ltions. For sign regul3tions, ple3se see Ch::lpter 8.84.
I.
'Nater Efficient L::lndscaping Regul::ltions. For water efficient landsc::lpe
regulations, please see Chapter 8.88.
J.
Wireless Communications Facilities Regul::ltions. For Wireless Communic::ltions
F::lcilities Regulations, ple::lse see Chapter 8.92.
K.
Perform::lnce Standards. 1\11 uses in the Agricultur::ll zoning district sh::lll conform
to Section 8.28.030 (Industri::ll Perform::lnce St::lnclards for the M P zoning district).
16-3
Month 2008
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICTS
Chapter 8.20
RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTHICTS
CHAPTER 8.20
Table 20-1: Residential Zoning Districts enercll evelopment tan ar s
Development Feature R-1 I R-2 I RM
Minimum Lot Size Minimum Lot size is noted on the Zoning Map as a suffix
to the map symbol (i.e. R-1-5,000)
8.20.010
A.
8.20.020
Purpose and intont. The purpose and intent of this Chapter is to establish
regulations for the R-1 (Single Family Residential) Zoning District, R-2 (Two-
Family Residential) Zoning District and the R-M (Multi-Family Residential)
Zoning District which achieve the following:
Reserve neighborhood areas for residential livinq with a broad range of dwelling
unit densities consistent with the General Plan and applicable Specific Plans and
appropriate standards of public health, safety, welfare, and aesthetics.
B.
Ensure adequate light, air, privacy, and open space for each dwelling.
C.
Minimize traffic congestion and avoid the overloading of public services and
utilities.
D. Protect residential neighborhoods from oxcessive noise, illumination,
unsightliness, odor, smoke, and other objectionable influences.
E. Facilitate the provision of public improvements with anticipated increases in
population, dwelling unit densities, and service requirements.
F. Promote high standards of site planning and landscape design for
residential developments within the City.
G. Provide lands to accommodate housing units which meet the diverse economic
and social needs of the residents and locating developments to achieve the
following:
1. Retain the scale and character of existing residential neighborhoods.
2. Facilitate the upgrade of declining and mixed-density residential
neighborhoods.
3. Allow expansion into vacant and low-intensity use lands within infrastructure
and environmental constraints.
Residential Zoning Districts General Development Standards. The following
area, yard, bulk and other requirements apply to R-1 (Single Family), R-2
(Two Family Residence) and R-M (Multi-Family) Zoning Districts:
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City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICTS
Chapter 8.20
Development Feature R-1 1~-2 RM
Minimum Lot Width and
Frontage (All Lots)
Interior Lot 50 Feet 80 Feet 50 Feet
Corner Lot 60 Feet 90 Feet 60 Feet
Cui de Sac Lots 30 Feet 80 Feet 50 Feet
Minimum Lot Depth 100 Feet
Setbacks See Chapter 8.44, Development Regulations, for allowed
projections and encroachments into setbacks
Front 20 Feet Average 20 Feet
18 Feet Minimum
Minimum of 5 feet
plus one foot for
each full 1 0 feet
Side by which the lot 10 Feet 10 Feet*
width exceeds the
minimum lot width
up to a maximum
of 10 feet
Street Side 10 Feet 10 Feet 10 Feet
Rear 20 Feet 20 Feet 30 Feet
Minimum Distance Between 10 Feet 20 Feet 20 Feet
Residences
Maximum Lot Coverage 40% 1 story, 35% 2 stories
Height See Chapter 8.40, Development Regulations, for
exceptions to height limits
4 or fewer
25 feet and 2 stories (may be dwelling units
increased to 35 feet and 2 stories (DU)=35 Feet
Height Limits pursuant to Site Develol)ment 5 or more DU=45
Review approval by the Zoning Feet or up to 75
Administrator) Feet if lot
coverage is less
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
20-2
Month Year
REHlDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICTS
Chapter 8.20
Development Feature R-1 I R-2 RM
than 35%
Accessory Structures See Chapter 8.46, Acce!;sory Structures and Uses
Common Usable Outdoor N/A 30% of Net Site
Space Area
Front Yard Paving See Chapter 8.72, Landscal)ing and Fencing Regulations
Parking See Section 8.76.080, Palrking Requirements by Use
Type
Performance Standards See Chapter 8.44, PI3rformance Standards
Permitted and Conditionally See Section 8.12.050, Land Use Matrix
Permitted Land Uses
Transitional Housing See Chapter 8.50, Transiticmal Housing and Emergency
Shl~lters
* Buildings with four or more residences shall have a 15 FClot Side Yard on one side.
8.20.030
Residential Zoning Districts General Requirements.
A.
R-1 (Single Family Residential) Zoning District.
1. Intent. The R-1 Zoning District is intended to provide for and protect
neighborhoods comprised of detached, single-family homes and
residential use types compatible with a quil3t, family-living environment.
2. Use types permitted in R 1 zoning district. Animal Keeping Residential,
Community Care Facility/Sm::lll, G::lr::lgelY::lrd Sale, Mobile Home, Single
F::lmily Residence, Sm::lll Family Day C:lre Home; similar and related
uses; tempor::lry uses; ::lnd condition::ll US9&.- General Plan Consistency.
The R-1 Zoning District is consistent with the Low-Density, Low-Density
Single-Family, Single-Family Residential, and Medium Density Residential
designations of the General Plan depend ing on the Lot Squ::lre Footage
Per Dwelling Unit selected for the developrAeAt.-
3. Substandard Parcels. Dwelling units wl1ich were legally constructed
with setbacks or on lot sizes which de) not conform to this Zoning
Ordinance are allowed to remain on the site. Additions to the
structure which conform to the exinting setbacks will also be
permitted where allowed by the Building Code. Should the dwelling
unit be damaged due to a fire or natural disaster, the dwelling unit
will be permitted to be reconstructed to the existing, approved
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
20-3
Month Year
REHlDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICTS
Chapter 8.20
condition as allowed by Chapter 8.140, Non-Conforming Structures
and Uses.
4. Lot squ:.re footago per dwelling unit. The dosign:.tion of :.n ::lrea in the R 1
zoning district sh:.1I includo ost:.blishing :. L.ot Square Footago Por Dwelling
Unit expressed :.s a suffix to the R 1 Zoning Map symbol (e.g., R 1 5,000,
R 1 10,000, etc.).
B. R-2 (Two-Family Residential) Zoning District.
1. Intent. The R-2 Zoning District is intended to provide for and protect
neighborhoods comprised of single family dwellings, two family dwellings at
that have development characteris1ics similar to single-family
neighborhoods, duplexes and residential use types compatible with a quiet,
family-living environment.
2. Use types permitted in R 2 zoning district. Anim:.1 Keeping Residential,
Community Care Facility/Small, Duplex, GaragelYard Sale, Mobile Home,
Multi Family Residence, Single Family Residence, Small Family Day Care
Home; similar ~md related uses; temponry uses; and conditional uses.
General Plan Consistency. The R-2 Zoning District is consistent with the
Medium Density Residential, and Medium/High Density Residential
designations of the General Plan depending on the Lot Square Footage Per
Dwelling Unit selected for the development.,.
3. Lot squ:.re footage per dwelling unit. The designation of an area in the R 2
zoning district shall include establishing a Lot Square Footage Per Dwelling
Unit expressed as a suffix to the R 2 Zoning Map symbol.
C. R-M (Multi-Family Residential) Zoning District.
1. Intent. The R-M Zoning District is intended to provide for and protect
neighborhoods comprised of single family, two family and multi-family
residences that are clustered to provide generous open space areas for
common use, and that are generally closH to transit, shopping, and public
facilities.
2. Use types permitted in R M zoning district. The use types intended for the
R M zoning district include Animal Keeping Residential, Community Care
F:.cility/Small, Duplex, Gar:.gelYard Sale, Multi F:.mily Residenoe, Single
Family Residence, Sm:.1I Family Day Care Home; simil:.r and rel:.ted uses;
temporary uses; and conditional uses. General Plan Consistency. The R-
M Zoning District is consistent with the Medium Density Residential,
Medium/High Density Residential, and High-Density Residential
designations of the General Plan depending on the Lot Square Footage Per
Dwelling Unit selected for the development.,.
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
20-4
Month Year
8.20.030
RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICTS
Chapter 8.20
3. Lot squaro footago por dwelling unit. The designation of an aroa in the R M
zoning district shall include establiE>hing a Lot Square Footage Per D'Nolling
Unit expressed as a suffix to the R M Zoning Map symbol.
Permitted and Conditionally Permittod Land Uses, Regulations, and Performance
Standards.
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Permitted and Conditionally Permitted Land Uses, For permitted and conditionally
permitted land uses, please see the Land Use M3trix in Section 8.12.050.
B.
/\ccessory Structures and Uses RegulationE>. For accessory structures and uses
rogubtions, please see Chapter 8.10.
C.
Density BonuE> RegulationE>. For density bonus regulations, please see Chapter
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D.
Development J\groement Regulations. For developmont agroement regulations,
please see Chaptor~
E.
Development Regulations. For development rogu lotions, please seo Chapter
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F.
Home Occupations Regubtions. For home occupations rogulations, ploase see
Chapter 8.61.
G.
Inclusionary Zoning Regulations. For inclusionary zoning regubtions, please see
Chapter 8.68.
H.
Landscaping and Fencing Regulations. For bndscaping and fencing rogubtions,
please see Chapter ~
I.
Off Street Parking and Loading Regubtions. For off stroet parking and loading
regulations, please see Chapter 8.76.
J.
Second UnitE> Regubtions. For second units rogulations, please soe Chapter
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K.
Sign Regubtions. For sign regulations, please see Chapter 8.81.
L.
Water Efficient Landscaping Regulations. For wa':er efficient landscape
regulations, please see Chapter 8.88.
M.
'/\firoless Communications Facilities Regubtions. For wireless communications
facilities regulations, please see Chapter 8.92.
N.
Performance Standards. 1\11 uses in the Residential zoning districts sholl conform
to Section 8.28.030, Industrial Performance Standards for the M P zoning district.
20-5
Month Year
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICTS
Chapter 8.20
O. Transitional Housing. For roquiremonts for Tr::ms tional Housing, ploaso soe
Section 8.20.040 of this Chaptor.
8.20.40
Requirements for Transitional Housing
^. Transitional Housing Pormitted with Conditional Uso Permit. Transitional housing
is a conditionally pormitted land uso in certain res!denti~1 districts and similar
residonti:::tl Plannod Dovolopmont Districts devolopod at Gonoral Plan Modium and
Modium High Donsities. Tho Pl:::tnning Commission shall be tho docision making
body for issuance of a conditional uso pormit (pleaso see Land Uso Matrix in
Section 8.12.050).
B. Transitional Housing Developmont and Porform~mco Standards. Transitional
housing may bo conditionally pormittod if tho facility is compatible with tho
surrounding noighborhood and/or businessos and meots tho follo':/ing
dovolopmont and performanco standards: Rev. Ord. 2504 (Ootober 2004)
1. Tho transitional housing has high accossibility to residonts and low
profilef.'isibility to others.
2. The hours of operation for tho transitional housing will not result in nogativo
impacts on othor uses.
3. Tho goneration of oxtornallighting and noieo is kept to a minimum for the
location.
4. Tho transitional housing is locatod '.vith accoss to transportation, supportive
servicos, and commercial sorviceG to moot daily noeds of residonts.
5. The transitional housing is designod to pro'/ido adequato socurity moasures
to protoct users and tho surrounding neighborhood.
6. The transition:ll housing dosign and loc:ltion reflocts tho noods to tho clients
being sorvod,
7. Tho tr:lnsitional housing provides transport3tion of individuals to-and from
proposod f:lciHtie&,.
8. The transitional housing is in compli:::tnce 'l1Iith County and Stato hO:llth and
S:lfety requirements for food, medical and othor supportivo servicos
providod on site.
9. The transitional housing oporation and managoment is in :lnd maintains in
good st:lnding all County and/or St:lto liconsos, if required by thoso
agoncies for ovmor(s), oporator(s), and/or ~;taff of tho proposod f:lcility.
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
20-6
Month Year
RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICTS
Chapter 8.20
10. The transitional housing is developed in aCGordance with tho Development
Rogulations in Chaptor 8.36 for the Zoning District and all applic3ble
regul3tions 3nd stand3rds of the City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance.
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
20-7
Month Year
COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT
Chapter 8.24
COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICTS
CHAPTER 8.24
Development Feature C-O
Minimum Lot Size
Interior Lot 10,000 sq. ft.
8.24.010
8.24.20
Purpose and intent. The purpose and intent of this Chapter is to establish
regulations for the C-O (Commercial Office) Zoning District, C-N
(Neighborhood Commercial) Zoning District, (:-1 (Retail Commercial) Zoning
District and C-2 (General Commercial) Zoni ng District which achieve the
following:
A.
Provide appropriate commercial areas for retail and service establishments,
neighborhood convenience and office uses required by the residents of the City in
a manner consistent with the General Plan and applicable Specific Plans.
B.
Provide adequate space to meet the needs of commercial development, including
off-street parking and loading.
C.
Minimize traffic congestion and avoid the ovel-Ioading of public services and
utilities.
D.
Protect commercial areas from excessive noise, illumination, unsightliness, odor,
smoke, and other objectionable influences.
E.
Facilitate the provision of public improvements commensurate with anticipated
increases in population and the need for retail and service establishments.
F.
Promote high standards of site planning and landscape design for commercial and
office developments within the City.
G.
Provide employment opportunities for existing and future residents of the City and
those of adjacent communities.
H.
Provide for land uses which meet the needs of and attract regional populations, in
addition to local residents.
I.
Ensure compatibility with adjacent land uses.
Commercial Zoning Districts General Development Standards. The following
area, yard, bulk and other requirements apply to C-O (Commercial Office), C-
N (Neighborhood Commercial), C-1 (Retail Commercial) and C-2 (General
Commercial) Zoning Districts:
Table 24-1: Commercial Zoning Districts General D~velo ment Standards
I C-N C-1 C-2
I 5,000 sq. ft.
5,000 sq. ft.
6,000 sq. ft.
24-1
Month Year
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT
Chapter 8.24
Development Feature C-O C-N C-1 C-2
Corner Lot 11 ,000 sq. ft. 6,000 sq. ft. 6,000 sq. ft. 7,000 sq. ft.
Minirnum...Lc>tWidthand
Frontage
..
Interior Lot 70 Feet 50 Feet 50 Feet 50 Feet
Corner Lot 80 Feet 60 Feet 60 Feet 60 Feet
MinimumLc>tli)eptf't 10.0ffeet
Setbacks Seeehapter8.40, Developme.. LiiUI"tions, for allowed
... .. ....<<'":"
proJ~ctlons and encro.a()t"'n~nt.Sintosetbacks
0 Feet (except where
abutting a Residential, C-O
Front 20 Feet 20 Feet or C-N Zoning District, the
setback is the same as the
adjacent Zoning District)
0 Feet (except where abutting a Residential
Side 10 Feet Zoning Distriict, the setback is the same as
the ReHidential Zoning District)
0 Feet (except where
abutting a Key Lot in any
Residential, C-O or C-N
Street Side 10 Feet 10 Feet Zoning District, the setback
shall be not less than % the
require front yard setback for
the Key Lot)
0 Feet (except where abutting a Residential
Rear 10 Feet Zoning Distriict, the setback is the same as
the Rel>>idential Zoning District)
Height SeeCf'tapter 8.40, Development Regulations, for height
exceptions
35 Feet when site is within 50
feet of a Residential Zoning
Maximum Height 35 Feet District
45 Feet for all others
Performance Standards See Chapter 8.44, Porformance Standards
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
24-2
Month Year
COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT
Chapter 8.24
Deve I 0 P m e n t Fe atu re C -0 I C -N I C -1 I C -2
Permitted an d
Conditio na I Iy Pel"mitt~d See Sectio n 8 .12.0 50, Land!tI.seiMatrix
La nd Uses
Accesso ry Stru ctUresand See Qhapte 8.46 Acces S()ryi.~trui;~l.Ir~$ and Uses
U ses r ,
Pa rk in g See Secti on 8 . 76.080 Pa rki n g Re qu irements by Use Ty pe
8.24.030
Commercial Zoning Districts General Regulations.
A.
C-O (Commercial Office) Zoning District.
1. Intent. The C-O Zoning District is intended to provide for the continued use,
expansion, and new development of commercial office use types in
proximity to major transportation corridors, and to ensure compatibility with
adjacent residential and commercial uses.
2. Use types permitted in the C 0 zoning district. Automobile/Vehicle
Brokerage, B::mks and Financi:ll Services, Copying and Blueprinting,
Laboratory, and Office Profossionall/\dministrative; similar and related
uses; temporary uses; and conditional 1::I5e&,- Use Types Conducted
Entirely Within a Building. All use types permitted in the C-O Zoning
District shall be conducted entirely within a building structure except
where allowed pursuant to a Conditional Use Permit.
3. General Plan Consistency. The C-O Zoning District is consistent with the
Retail/Office, Campus Office, and ffiOOstrial/Campus Office Business
Park/Industrial designations of the General Plan.
B. C-N (Neighborhood Commercial) Zoning District.
1. Intent. The C-N Zoning District is intended to provide for the continued use,
expansion, and new development of small scale, low-intensity
neighborhood commercial use types which serve and are in proximity to
residential neighborhoods throughout the City, and to ensure compatibility
with adjacent residential and commercial uses.
2. Use types permitted in the C N zoninn district. Automobile /Vehicle
Brokerage, Banks and Financi:ll Services, Copying and Blueprinting, Office
Professional/Administrative, Personal Services, Repair Shop, and Retail
Neighborhood; similar and rel3ted uses; temporary uses; and conditional
uses. Use Types Conducted Entirely Within a Building. All use types
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
24-3
Month Year
COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT
Chapter 8.24
permitted in the C-N Zoning District shall be conducted entirely within a
structure except where allowed pursuant to a Conditional Use Permit.
3. General Plan Consistency. The C-N Zoning District is consistent with the
Retail/Office and Neighborhood CommerGial designations of the General
Plan.
C. C-1 (Retail Commercial) Zoning District.
1. Intent. The C-1 Zoning District is intended to provide for the continued use,
expansion, and new development of retail commercial use types along
major transportation corridors and intersections, and to ensure compatibility
with adjacent residential and commercial uses.
2. Use Types Conducted Entirely Within a Building. All permitted or
conditionally permitted use types in the C-1 Zoning District shall be
conducted entirely within a structure except where allowed pursuant to a
Conditional Use Permit.
3. General Plan Consistency. The C-1 Zoning District is consistent with the
Retail/Office and General Commercial designations of the General Plan
D. C-2 (General Commercial) Zoning District.
1. Intent. The C-2 Zoning District is intended to provide for the continued use,
expansion, and new development of genBral commercial use types along
major transportation corridors and intersections, and to ensure compatibility
with adjacent residential and commercial uses.
2. Use types permitted in the C 1 zoning district. /\utomobile/Vehicle
Broker:::!ge, Banks :::!nd Fin3nci:::!1 Services, Building Materi:lls Sales,
Copying :::!nd Blueprinting, Eating 3nd Drinking Est:::!blishment, Health
Services/Clinics, Office Profossional/.^.dministrati'le, Parking Lot/Garage
Commerci:ll, Person:::!1 Services, Repair Shop, Ret:::!i1 Gener:::!l, Retail
Neighborhood, :::!nd School Commerci:ll; simil:lr and rol3ted uses;
tempor:::!!)' uses; and condition31 uses. LIse Types Conducted Entirely
Within a Building. All permitted or conditionally permitted use types in the
C-2 Zoning District shall be conducted entirely within a structure except
where allowed pursuant to a Conditional Use Permit.
3. General Plan Consistency. The C-2 Zoning District is consistent with the
Retail/Office, General Commercial, Retail/Office and Automotive, and
General Commercial/Campus Office desi~)nations of the General Plan.
8.21.030
Permitted and COfl.ditionally Permitted Land Uses, Ref;ulations, and Performance
Standards.
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
24-4
Month Year
COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT
Chapter 8.24
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B.
c.
D.
E.
F.
G.
H.
I.
Permitted and COfl:ditionally Permitted Land Uses. FOI permitted and conditionally
permitted land 1:lses, please see the Land Use Matrix in Section 8.12.0S0.
Accessory Stmct1:lfes (md Uses Regulations. For acces::;ory stmet1:lfes and \:lses regulatieRs,
please see Chapter 8.4Q,.
Adult B\:lsiness Establishm.oot Regulations. For adult business regulations, please see
Chapter 8.11.
Defl.sity Bonus Regulations. For den.sity bon1:ls regulatiofl.s, please see Chapter 8.52.
Development ,^.greement RegulatioRs. For de'/elopment agreemefl.t regulatioRs, please see
Chapter 8.56.
Development Regulations. For deyelopmefl.t regulations, please see Chapter 8.36.
Home Occupations Regulations. For home occ1:lpatiom regulations, please see Chapter
M4:
Landscaping and Foocing RegulatioRs. For landscaping and fencing regulations, please
see Chapter 8.72.
Off Street Parking and Loading Regulations. For off street parking and loading
regulatioRs, please see Chapter 8.76.
J.
Second Units Reg\:llations. For second \:ll1its regulations, please see Chapter 8.80.
K.
Sign Regulations. For sign regulatiofl.s, please see Chapter 8.81.
L.
Water Efficient Landscaping Regulations. For '.vater efficient landscape regulatiofl:s,
please see Chapter 8.88.
M.
'Nireless Communications Facilities Reg\:llations. For'llireless communicatiofl.s faeilities
regulatiofl.s, please see Chapter 8.92.
N.
Performance Standards. L^JI1:lses in the Comrner-eial zoning districts shall conform to
Section 8.28.030 (Industrial Performance Standards for the M P zoning district).
o.
Emergency Shelters. Por requirements for Emergency Shelters, please see Section
8.28.070.
24-5
Month Year
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT
Chapter 8.28
INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT
CHAPTER 8.28
8.28.010
Purpose and intent. The purpose and intent of this Chapter is to establish
regulations for the M-1 (Light Industrial) Zoning District which achieve the
following:
A.
Provide appropriate industrial areas to accommodate enterprises engaged in
manufacturing, processing, creating, repairing, renovating, painting, cleaning, or
assembling of goods, merchandise, or equipment and office uses, required by the
residents of the City, in a manner consistent with the General Plan and applicable
Specific Plans.
B.
Provide adequate space to meet the needs of industrial development, including
off-street parking and loading.
C.
Minimize traffic congestion and avoid the overloading of public services and
utilities.
D.
Protect industrial areas from excessive noise, illumination, unsightliness, odor,
smoke, and other objectionable influences. This protection will be obtained by
requiring screening of unsightly and otherwiue disrupting uses from public
view including storage, assembly and equipml~nt.
E.
Facilitate the provision of public improvements commensurate with anticipated
increases in population, and need for industrial establishments.
F.
Promote high standards of site planning and landscape design for industrial
developments within the City.
G.
Provide employment opportunities for existing and future residents of the City and
those of adjacent communities.
H.
Provide for land uses which meet the needs of and attract regional populations, in
addition to local residents.
I.
Promote a mix of industrial uses that provide the City with a sound and diverse
industrial base.
J.
Ensure compatibility with adjacent land uses.
K.
The Industrial Zoning District is intended to provide for the continued use,
expansion, and new development of light indLlstrial use types in proximity to
major transportation corridors, and to ensure compatibility with adjacent
residential and commercial uses.
28-1
Month Year
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
8.28.020
INDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT
Chapter 8.28
Industrial Zoning District General Development Standards. The following
area, yard and bulk requirements apply to the M-1 (Light Industrial) Zoning
District:
a e - . n us ria IstrlC enera eve opmen an ar s
.
Development Feature M-1
Minimum Lot Area (All Lot$) 20,000.<sq.ft.
Minimum Lot Width and 100 Feet
Frontage (All Lots)
Minimum Lot Depth 100 Feet
Setbacks See ChaptEn 8.40 for aU owed projections
and encroachments into setbacks
Front 'I 0 Feet
Side 'I 0 Feet
Street Side 'I 0 Feet
Rear :W Feet
Amini.....~..... 10 foot Wide landscape buffer
shall be provided along . aU roadwElYs
Landscape Buffer ~bl:l"er. shanincludeJ~nc:lscaping elemen~
Il~~h astrees,shrubsandgroundcover El.nd
shall not include sidewalks or other .
pElving).
Height Limits See Chapter 8.44, Development
Regulations, for exceptions to height
Maximum Height 45 Feet
Parking See Section 8.76.080 Parking Requirements
by Use Type
Performance Standards See Chapter 8.44, Performance Standards
Permitted and Conditionally See Section 8.1 :l.050, Land Use Matrix
Permitted Land Uses
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City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
28-2
Month Year
IUDUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT
Chapter 8.28
8.28.020
Industrial Zoning Distriets.
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M P (Industrial Park Zoning Distriet).
1. Intent. The M P zoning district is intooded to }rovide for the continued \:lse,
expansion, and Rew development of ifl:oostrial park use types ifl. proximity to major
transportation corridors, and to enS1:l:fe compatihility with adjaeent residential and
commercial uses.
2. Use types permitted in the l\I P zoning distriet. Laboratory, Office
Contractor's, Office Professiofl.all hiministrative, Ind1:lstrial Light, PrintiRg and
Publishing, Research ana Deyelopment Laboratory, Storage ofPetrolel:llR Products
for On Site Use, and Warehousing and Distribt.tion; similar ana related \:lses,
temporary llses, and cORditiona! uses
3. Use types eondueted entirely within a huilding. ,^JI use types permittea in the
M P zoning district shall be coaoocted entirely within a buila-ing y,ith the exception
of Storage of Petrole\:lm Prooocts for On Site l.:se,.
4. Ceneral plan eonsisteney. The M P zoning district is consistent with the Business
Park/Industrial, Industrial Park, aHd Ind1:lstriallCamp1:ls Office desigFlations of the
General Plan.
C. l\I 2 (Heavy Industrial Zoning Distriet).
1. Intent. The M 2 zoning district is intended to pro'liae for the eontin\:lea use,
expansion, and new development of heavy industrial use types in proximity to
major transportation corridors, and to ensure ccmpatibility with adjacent residefl.tial
and commeroial1:lses.
2. Use types permitted in the M 2 zoning distri~t. Laboratory, Office
Contractor's, Parking Lot/Garage Commercial,lnoostrial Heavy, Industrial
Light, Research and Development Laboratory, Storage ofPetr-oleum Prodl:lcts for
On Site Use, Tmcking Termiaal, and Warello\:l;ing and Distribution; similar and
related uses, temporary \:lses, and conditional w;es-:
3. Ceneral plan eonsisteney. The M 2 zoning district is cOl'lsistent with the Business
Park/Industrial: Ol:ltdoor Storage designation of the General Plan.
8.28.030
M-1 (Light Industrial) Zoning District General Hegulations.
A.
Open Storage/Parking Regulations.
1. Enclosure. Open areas used for storage, or for parking and/or loading of
vehicles shall be enclosed by a solid wall or fence not less than 6 feet in
height with solid entrance and exit gates.
City of Dublin Zoning Ordinance
28-3
Month Year
8.28.030
l~mUSTRIAL ZONING DISTRICT
Chapter 8.28
2. Stacking. Material shall be located behind a solid fence or wall which is
a minimum of 6 feet in height and shallllot be stacked so that they are
taller than 6 feet above grade at any point Material shall not be staeked so
that it is over €i feet high.
3. Grading and Drainage. All open storage c:md parking areas shall be paved
with all-weather paving and adequately graded and drained.
4 . La:n.dscapifl.g. f. landscape b\:lffer lO f-eet '.vide jball be provided along all r-eadways
'Nhich shall be ade<:J.uately '.'latered and maintained. This buffer shall be consistent
'lIith all sereening requirements ofSeetion 8.72.030.B, Sereening Requiremems.
B.
General Plan Consistency. The M-1 Zoning District is consistent with the
Business Park/Industrial, Industri:ll P:lrk, Busine:;s Park/Industrial and Outdoor
Storage and Retail/Office and Automotive designations of the General Plan.
Ind\:lstrial Performance Sta:n.dards, M P Zening District. fJI industrial land 1:lses shall
conform to the following standards. .A.ny 'fiolatioB efthese standar-ds is a vielation of the
Zoning Ordinanoe:
,A..
Noise or vibration. No noise or 'fibration, other than nllated to transportation activities and
temporary construction work, shall be discernible with]ut instrnments at any point on a lot
line of the building site,.
B.
Radioactivity. No activity, inel1:ldiBg storage or dHmpillg, sball result in the em.ission of
radioactivity in dangero\:ls amounts.
c.
Electrical dist1:l:fbance. No activity shall ca1:lse electrical distl:lrbance adversely affecting
the operatiofl. of any equipment other than that ef the creator of such disturbance.
D.
Inflammable or explosive materials. No inflammable or explesive materials shall be
produced, used, stored, or handled ooless previded at all points with adeq\:late safety
devioes and pr-ocedures against hazards of explosion and all equipment and devices for fire
prevention and fire fighting approved by the LAJameda County Fire Department.
E.
l.ir poll\:ltion. No air pollmion or smoke shall be produced which is in violation of the
req\:lirements oftbe Bay Area f.ir Pollution Quality Mnnagement District.
F.
Glare or heat. No direct or sky reflected glare or heat :;hall be produced which is
discernible 'lIithout instmments at any point on a lot line ofthe building site.
G.
Odorous Gasses. No emission of a:n.y odoro\:ls gasses or matter shall occur in quantities
\vhich are discernible without instmments at any point on a lot line of the b\:lilding site.
H.
Dust, dirt or particl:tlate matter. No discharge into the air of any d\:lst, dirt or particulate
matter shall OCC\:lr from any activity or from any produots stored on the building site which
is discernible without instruments at any point on a lot line of the building site.
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Chapter 8.28
8.28.040
8.28.050
8.28.060
I.
Liquid eontamin.ants. Ne discharge into 8:fI.y public sewer, private sewage disposal system
appreved by the County Department of Eflvirofl:ffiental Health, stream, or into tbe ground
of 8:fI.-y liquid contamin8:fl.ts or materials of s\:lch f1.a:t1:l:fe or temperature which contaminates
any water Sllpply, interf-eres with baeterial processes and sewage treatment, or in any way
causes the emission of dangerolis or offoosive material, shalleeeur.
Indllstrial Performance Stan.dards, M 1 Zon.ing District. LAJI inoostrialland uses in tbe M 1
zon.ing district shall cOfl.form to the in.dustrial performance stan.dards in Section. 8.28.030
except that Subparagraph ,A. (Noise or ViBration) is modified for the pl:lfPoses ofthe M 1
zoning district to prohibit any noise or viBratiofl., other than related to tr8:fl.sportation
activities and temporary oonstmctiofl. 'Node, which is discernible without instmments at lot
line separating the premises fr-em an abl:ltting Residentj al zomng district.
Industrial Performance Standards, M 2 Zoning District. 1\11 inoostrialland uses ifl. tbe M 2
zoning district shall cORform to tbe ind\:lstrial performanee stanGards in. Section 8.28.030
except that s\:lbparagraphs A (Noise or 'fibration), F (Glare er Heat), and G (Odorous
Gasses) are modified for the purposes oftbe M 2 zoning district to prohibit any n.oise or
yibration, other than related to tr8:fl.sportation activities and/or temporary constmetion
work, direct or sky reflected glare or heat, or emission of any odorol:ls gasses or matter in
quantities 'l:hich are discernible ....:ithout instruments at a lot line separatifl.g the premises
from an abl:ltting Residential zOfl.ing district.
Permitted and Condition.ally Permitted Land Uses, and Reg\:llations.
A
.LJl...
Permitted and Conditionally Permitted Land Uses. For permitted and conditionally
permitted land uses, please see the Land Use Matrix in Sectiofl. 8.12.0S0.
B.
f.ccessory Struct1:l:fes 8:fI.d Uses Regulations. For accessory struct\:lres and uses regulations,
please see Chapter 8.40.
C.
Development ,A..greement Regulatiofl.s. For de'/elopmeFlt agreement regulations, please see
Chapter 8.S6.
D.
Development Regulatiofl.s. For de'/elopment regulations, please see Chapter 8.36.
E.
Hazardous '\Vaste Facilities Location. Regulations. For hazardo\:ls waste facilities location
reg\:llations, please see Chapter 8.60.
F.
Landscaping and Feneing Regulatiofl:s. For landscaping and fencing regulations, please
see Chapter 8.72.
G.
Off Street Parking and Loadin.g Regulations. For off [treet parking and loading
regulations, please see Cbapter 8.76.
H.
SigH Regulations. For sign regulations, please see ChLpter 8.84.
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Chapter 8.28
8.28.070
I.
Water Efficioot Landscaping RClgalations. For water efficient landscape regalations,
please see Chapter 8.88.
J.
'.\Tireless Communications Facilities Regalations. Fer wireless cOmIRtHlications facilities
regulatiofl.s, please see Chapter 8.92.
K.
Emergency Shelters. For requirements for Emergency Shelters, please see Sectiofl.
8.28.070 of this Chapter. Re';. Or-d. 25 04 (Ocwbcr 2G()4j
Requirements for Emergooey Shelter Projects Re':. Ord. 25 01 (Ocwbcr 2004)
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Emergency Shelter Permitted v/ith C01'1ditional Use Pe::mit. ,^.n Emergency Shelter is a
conditio1'1ally permitted land \:lse ifl. all commercial districts and similar commercial
Planned DeYCllopment Districts. An Emergeney Shelter may be aecessory to a p1:1blic or
civic type1:lse. The Plar.ni1'1g Commission shall be the decision making body for iss\:lance
of a conditional use permit (please see Land Use Matrix i1'1 Section 8.12.050).
B.
Emergency Shelter De-velepment and Performance Statldards. j\1'1 Emergency Shelter may
be conditionally permitted if the facility meets the req\Jirements of Chapter 8.100 and
meets the following deYelopment and performance standards:
1. The emergency shelter has high accessibility to facility residents and low
profile/visibility to others.
2. The hours of operation for the emergency shelter will not result in negative iffil3acts
on other 1:lses.
3. The generation of externallighti1'1g and noise is kept to a mi1'1im\:ll11 for the location.
4. The emergenc y shelter is located with aceess to transportation, sl:lpporti'/e services,
and commercial services to meet daily needs of residents.
5. The emergency shelter is designed to provide ajequate security measures to protect
facility residents and the s1:lIToundifl.g neighborhood-:
6. The emergency shelter design and location reflects the needs ofthe elients being
served.
7. The emergenoy shelter provides transportation ofindividl:lals to and fr{)m proposed
facilities
8. The emergency shelter is in compliance with COl:lllty and State health and safety
requirements for f-ood, medical and other sappcrtive services provided on site.
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Chapter 8.28
9. The emergency shelter faeility is in and maintains in good standing Col:lnty and/or
State liceases, ifreqwred by these agencies for the ewner(s), operator(s), and/or
staff on the proposed facility.
10. The emergency shelter is de',eloped ifl. accordance '.vith the Developmefl:t
Reg1:1lations in Chapter 8.36 for the Zoning District and all applicable regulatiofl.s
and standards of the City ef DubliFl Zoning Ordinance.
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Chapter 8.34
SCARLETT COURT OVERLAY ZONING DISTRICT
CHAPTER 8.34
8.34.010
8.34.020
8.34.020
8.34.030
Purpose. The purpose of this Chapter is to estclblish a procedure to ensure that
all development in the Scarlett Court Overlay Zoning District is reviewed for
substantial compliance with the Scarlett Court Design Guidelines and to:
Intent. The intont of this ch:Jpter is to:
A.
Enhance the aesthetics of the Scarlett Court Arecl.
B.
Guide the design of future development and improvements to reinforce the
Scarlett Court Design Guidelines.
C.
Improve the public realm to create a positive pedestrian experience, enhance the
area's image, and create a unique sense of place.
Applicability. The Scarlett Court Overlay Zoning District is a designation in
addition to the M-1 (Light Industrial) or C-2 (General Commercial) Zoning District
that each property in the area retains. The standard Zoning District contains all
information regarding permitted and conditionally permitted uses, development
standards, and regulations, while the Scarl'3tt Court Overlay provides a
mechanism to review development on any of the properties in the District for
substantial compliance with the Scarlett Court Design Guidelines.
Projects Subject to Compliance with this Chapter:
A.
New Construction. Any new construction or additions to an existing structure
within tho SC:Jrlet Court Overl3Y Zoning District t1at alter the exterior appearance
of the building. Internal tenant improvements are not subject to compliance with
this Chapter.
B.
Exterior Modification of an Existing Structure. Any exterior modification of an
existing structure, including but not limited to, colors, building materials, roofing
materials, facade renovation, new :Jnd/or, replacement or additional windows
and doors (with frames), roof or ground-mounted mechanical equipment and
exterior appurtenances.
C.
Modification to Site Layout. Any modification to site layout or site improvements,
in the SC:Jrlet Court Overby Zoning District including but not limited to, parking,
walls, aM fencinn, circulation, kmdsc:Jping accessory structures, or trash
enclosures.
D.
Landscape Modifications. Any modifications tl) landscaping.
E.
Signage. Installation of new signage or replacement of sign copy iR--tAe SC:Jrlet
Court Overl:JY Zoning District.
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Chapter 8.34
8.34.040
8.34.050
8.34.060
8.34.070
8.34.080
Application. The Applicant shall submit a complete Site Development Review
application pursuant to Chapter 8.124, Applications, Fees and Deposits,
accompanied by a fee and such materials as are required by the Director of
Community Development Director.
Notice Of Decision. A Notice of Decision shall be given consistent with Chapter
8.132, Notice and Hearings. No public hearin~1 is required for a Scarlot Court
0'Jor13Y Zoning District Site Development Review unless the application is being
considered concurrently with another permit which requires a public hearing
pursu3nt to Ch3pter 8.132.
Concurrent Consideration. When a Scarlot Court Ovorby Zoning District Site
Development Review is required for a project thelt is also subject to a Conditional
Use Permit and/or Variance, it shall be approved, conditionally approved, or
denied by the same decision-maker or body for those actions.
Required Findings. The following findings shall all be made in order to approve an
application for a Scarlot Court Overby Zoning DiEtAGt Site Development Review in
the Scarlett Court Overlay Zoning District:
A.
Approval of the application is consistent with the purpose 3nd intent of this
Chapter.
B.
Any approval complies with the policies of the General Plan, '/lith any applic3blo
Spocific Plans, with the development regulations ef and performance standards
established for the st3nd3rd underlying Zoning District in which it is located, and
with all other requirements of the Zoning OrdinanGe.
C.
The approval will not adversely affect the health or safety of persons residing or
working in the vicinity, or be detrimental to the public health, safety and general
welfare.
D.
The design of the project will provide a desirable '9nvironment for the development
and an attractive environment for the public.
E.
The project is in substantial compliance with all applicable chapters of the Scarlett
Court Design Guidelines.
Action. The decision maker for a Scarlet Court Ovorl3Y Zoning District Site
Development Review applications shall be the Director of Community
Development Director (or his/her designee), except as provided in Section
8.34.070 8.34.060, Concurrent Consideration, of this Chapter. The Director of
Community Development Director may, based on evidence in the public record,
and on the findings above, make an admi 1istrative decision to approve,
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Chapter 8.34
8.34.090
8.34.100
8.34.110
conditionally approve, or deny a Sc~ulet COL rt Overby Zoning District Site
Development Review application.
Amendment. The process for amending a SGaJlet Court Ovorlay Zoning District
Site Development Review approval shall be the same as the process for
approving a Scarlet Court Overby Zoning Dil>tFiGt Site Development Review
application. The decision-maker for the Sc::ulet Court Ovorlay Zoning District Site
Development Review amendment shall be the same decision-maker that
ultimately approved the SC3rlet Court Ovorby Zoning District Site Development
Review including approval on appeal. The QH:ector of Community Development
Director or his/her designee may grant a SGaflet Court Overby Zoning District
Site Development Review Waiver for applications approved by another decision-
maker or body upon the determination that the modification is a minor project and
in accordance with 8.34.110, '.^/3iver, to 3n approved Scarlett Court Overlay
Zoning District Site Development Review..
Waiver to an Approved Scarlet Court Overby Zoning District Site Development
Review in the Scarlett Court Overlay Zoning District. The Community
. Development Director or his/her designee may allow a minor change to an
approved SC3rlet Court Overby Zoning District Site Development Review as a
Waiver upon determining the following. It is not the intent of this Chapter that a
series of Site Development Review Waivers b~ used to circumvent the need
for full and complete Site Development Review.
A.
The proposed change is in substantial conformance with the approved SC3rlet
Court Overlay Zoning District Site Development Review.
B.
The proposed change is minor in scope.
C.
The proposed change is Categorically Exempt from or not otherwise subject to
the California Environmental Quality Act.
D.
The proposed change is .consistent with the conditions of approval for the Scarlet
Court Ovorlay Zoning District Site Development Review and is substantially
consistent with the Scarlett Court Design Guidelin~s.
It is not the intent of this Chapter th3t 3 serics of Site Development Review
'.^!3ivers be used to circumvent the need f-or full :md complete Site Development
Review.
Waiver For a Project That Does Not Have an Approved Site Development Review.
The Community Development Director or his/her designee may allow a minor
change to an existing site or building in the Scarlett Court Overlay Zoning District
that does not have an approved Site Development Review as a Waiver upon
determining the following. It is not the intent of this Chapter that a series of
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Site Development Review Waivers be used tl) circumvent the need for full
and complete Site Development Review.
A. The proposed change is minor in scope.
B. The proposed change is Categorically Exempt from or not otherwise subject to
the California Environmental Quality Act.
C. The proposed change is substantially consistent with the Scarlett Court Design
Guidelines.
8.34.120
8.34.130
8.34.140
8.34.150
It is not the intent of this Chnpter thnt 3 serios of Site Development Review
\'\'nivers be usod to circumvent the need for full nnd completo Site Doyelopment
Review.
Scarlett Court Design Guidelines. The Scarlett Court Design Guidelines adopted
by the City Council on May 1,2007 by Resolution 54-07, and as may be amended
thereafter, shall be used to guide the review of Scarlet Court Overlay Zoning
District Site Development Review applications in the Scarlett Court Overlay
Zoning District.
Building Permits. Building Permits shall not be issued except in accordance with
the terms and conditions of the Scarlet Court O':erby Zoning District Site
Development Review approval.
Ordinary Maintenance and Repair. Nothing in this section shall be construed to
prevent the ordinary maintenance or repair of any existing exterior architectural
feature on any property in the Scarlett Court Overlay Zoning District that does not
involve a change in design, material, or exterior appearance and when such
maintenance or repair is conducted in accordance with Chapter 8.140, Non-
conforming Structures and Uses.
Procedures. The procedures set forth in ChaptElr 8.96, Permit Procedures, shall
apply except as otherwise provided in this Chapter.
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Chapter ~ 8.36
CHAPTER S-:62 8.36 HISTORIC OVERLAY ZONING DISTRICT SITE
DEVELOPMENT REVIE'N
8.36.010
8.62.020
8.36.020
8.36.030
Purpose. The purpose of this Chapter is to establish a procedure to ensure that
all development in the Historic Overlay Zoning District is reviewed for substantial
compliance with the Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan and to:
Intent. The intent of this chapter is to:
A.
Preserve and enhance the remaining historic resources within the Dublin Village
Historic Area.
B.
Guide the design of future development to reinforce the unique historic qualities
and design elements that once defined Dublin VillageT-aRG.
c.
Improve the public realm to create a positive pedestrian experience, enhance the
area's image as a historic district, and create a unique sense of place.
Applicability. The Historic Overlay Zoning DistriGt is a designation in addition to
the standard Zoning District that each property in the Historic District retains (C-O,
C-1, PD, R-M, etc.). The standard Zoning District contains all information
regarding permitted and conditionally permitted UBes, development standards, and
regulations, while the Historic Overlay provdes a mechanism to review
development on any of the properties in the District for substantial compliance
with the Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan.
Projects Subject to Compliance with this Chapter:
A.
New Construction. Any new construction or additions to an existing structure that
within the Historic Overlay Zoning District alter the exterior appearance of the
building. Internal tenant improvements are not subject to compliance with this
Chapter.
B.
Exterior Modification of an Existing Structure. Any exterior modification of an
existing structure located in the Historic Overlay Zoning District, including but not
limited to colors, building materials, roofing materials, facade renovation, new,
replacement or additional windows and doors (with frames), roof or ground-
mounted mechanical equipment and exterior appurtenances.
C.
Modification to Site Layout. Any modification to site layout or site improvements,
including but not limited to, parking, walls, fencing, circulation, accessory
structures, or trash enclosures.
D.
Landscape Modifications. Any modifications to the landscaping.
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Chapter ~ 8.36
8.36.040
8.36.050
8.36.060
8.36.070
8.36.080
E.
Signage. Installation of new signage or replacement of sign copy in the Historic
Overlay Zoning District.
Application. The Applicant shall submit a complete Site Development Review
application pursuant to Chapter 8.124, Applications, Fees and Deposits,
accompanied by a fee and such materials as T required by the Director of
Community Development Director.
Notice Of Decision. A Notice of Decision shall be given consistent with Chapter
8.132, Notice and Hearings. No public hearing is required for a Site Development
Review unless the application is being consiclered concurrently with another
permit requiring a public hearing.
Concurrent Consideration. When Site Development Review is required for a
project that is also subject to a Conditional Use Permit and/or Variance, it shall be
approved, conditionally approved, or denied by the same decision-maker or body
for those actions.
Required Findings. The following findings shall a I be made in order to approve an
application for a Site Development Review in the Historic Overlay Zoning District
Site Development Review:
A.
Approval of the application is consistent with the purpose and intent of this
Chapter.
B.
Any approval complies with the policies of the General Plan, with any applicable
Specific Pl3ns, with the development regulations 9f and performance standards
established for the underlying Zoning District (C-O, C-1, PD, R-M, etc.) in which it
is located, and with all other requirements of the Zoning Ordinance.
c.
The approval will not adversely affect the health or safety of persons residing or
working in the vicinity, or be detrimental to the public health, safety and general
welfare.
D.
The design of the project will provide a desirable environment for the development
and an attractive environment for the public.
E.
The project is in substantial compliance with all applicable chapters of the Dublin
Village Historic Area Specific Plan.
Action. The decision maker for the Site Development Review applications shall be
the Director of Community Development Director (or his/her designee), except as
provided in Section 8.62.0708.36.060, Concurrent Consideration. The Director of
Community Development Director may, based on evidence in the public record,
and on the findings above, make an administrative decision to approve,
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Chapter ~ 8.36
8.36.090
8.36.100
8.36.110
conditionally approve, or deny a Historic Overlay Zoning District Site Development
Review application.
Amendment. The process for amending a J=l.istoric Overlay Zoning District Site
Development Review approval shall be the sarno as the process for approving a
Historic Overlay Zoning District Site Development Review application. The
decision maker for the Historic Overby Zoning District Site Development Review
amendment shall be the same decision makm that ultimately approved the
Historic Overlay Zoning District Site Development Review including approval on
appeal. The Community Development Director Dr his/her designee may grant a
Historic Overby Zoning District Site Development Review Waiver for applications
approved by another decision maker or body upon the determination that the
modification is a minor project and in accordance with Sections 8.36.100 and
8.36.110 Waiver to ::m approved Historic Overlay Zoning District Site Development
Reviev.'. .
Waiver to an Approved Historic Overlay Zoning District Site Development Review
in the Historic Overlay Zoning District. The Community Development Director
or his/her designee may allow a minor change to an approved Site Development
Review as a Waiver upon determining the following. It is not the intent of this
Chapter that a series of Site Development Review Waivers be used to
circumvent the need for full and complete Site Development Review.
A.
The proposed change is in substantial conformance with the approved Historic
Overlay Zoning District Site Development Review.
B.
The proposed 4- change is minor in scope.
C.
The proposed change is Categorically Exempt from or not otherwise subject to
the California Environmental Quality Act.
D.
The proposed change is consistent with the conditions of approval for the
approved Historic Overlay Zoning District Sitl;} Development Review and is
substantially consistent with the Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan.
It is not the intent of this Ch:3pter th:3t a series cf Historic Overlay Zoning District
Site Development Review W:3ivers be used to circumvent the need for full and
complete Historic Overl::lY Zoning District Site Development Review.
Waiver For A Project That Does Not Have an .Approved Historic Overlay Zoning
District Site Development Review. The Community Development Director or
his/her designee may allow a minor change to an existing site or building in the
Historic Overlay Zoning District that does not have an approved Site Development
Review as a Waiver upon determining the following. It is not the intent of this
Chapter that a series of Site Development Review Waivers be used to
circumvent the need for full and complete SitE' Development Review.
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A. The proposed change is minor in scope.
8.36.120
8.36.130
8.36.140
8.36.150
B. The proposed change is Categorically Exempt from or not otherwise subject to
the California Environmental Quality Act.
C. The proposed change is substantially consistent with the Dublin Village Historic
Area Specific Plan.
It is not the intent of this Chapter th:lt :3 sories (If Historic Overby Zoning District
Site Devolopment Review VVnivers be used to circumvent the need for full and
complete Historic Overlay Zoning District Sito De'telopmont Review.
Dublin Village Historic Area Specific Plan. The Dublin Village Historic Area
Specific Plan, which includes design guidelines, adopted by the City Council on
August 1, 2006 by Resolution 149-06, and as may be amended thereafter, shall
be used to guide the review of Historic Overby Zoning District Site Development
Review applications in the Historic Overlay Zoning District.
Building Permits. Building Permits shall not be issued except in accordance with
the terms and conditions of the Historic Overlay Zoning District Site Development
Review approval.
Ordinary Maintenance and Repair. Nothing in this section shall be construed to
prevent the ordinary maintenance or repair of any existing exterior architectural
feature on any property in the Historic Overlay Zoning District that does not involve
a change in design, material, or exterior appearance and when such
maintenance or repair is conducted in accordance with Chapter 8.140, Non-
conforming Uses and Structures.
Procedures. The procedures set forth in ChaptBr 8.96, Permit Procedures, shall
apply except as otherwise provided in this Chaptm.
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DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
Chapter ~8.40
Chapter 8.40
Development Regulations
8.40.010
Purpose. The purpose of this Chapter is to secu,'e the necessary provisions for
light, air, privacy, safety from fire hazards, and to ensure that development
within the City provides a high quality living and working environment
consistent with the policies of the Gene ral Plan set forth Development
Regalations relating to lot area, lot square footage per residence, lot wiElth, lot frontage, lot
depth, residential 1:lse, setbacks, distance between residences, lot coverage, lot lines, yards
and height limits as shown in the accompanying charts and text.
Intent. The intent ofthls Chapter is to seC1:l:fe the f1.eceesary provisiofl. for light, air, privacy,
and saf-ety from fire hazanls, and to enS1:l:fe that development within the City of Dublin
provides a high q1:1ality living aHd working en'/ironmertt consistent with the policies of the
City General Plan.
8.36.020
},l.gric\:llt1:l:fal and Residential Development Regulatiom. It is required that every b\:lildifl.g
shall be built l:lpon a site which conforms to the General Plan, applicable Specific Plans,
and the f-ollowing developmoot regulations:
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De'/elopment Reg\:llations arc minimmns unless stated as max im\:lms. All areas are given in net
sqHare feet.
ST.^.ND,^.RD A R-+ Frl R-M
LOT f.RBf.
Interior lot 100 acres 4,OOG 8,()00 ~
~ ~ sq,4
Comer lot 100 acres ~ 9,00() 6;00()
~ ~ ~
LOT SQU.^.RB NA 1,000 sq. ft. and larger 4,OOC}-s<l- ft. and larger 750 sq. ft. and larger as
FOOT AGB PER as consisteRt with as-eeBSisteRt with consistent with General
00 General Plan Genem~ Plan
LOT WIDTH &
FRDNTAGE
Interier let 300 feet W-feet 8<Ueet W-feet
Comer let 300 feet @..feet 9Q-feet @..feet
LOT DEPTH NA I 00 feet -I-OOfee~ 100 feet
RBSIDENTL^.L -l-d&.- +-ffi:t ~ 1 e:lti per full 750 sq. ft.
USE (maxiffil:lIH 1 Second Unit 1 Secend Unit (aadlarger as ceflSistent
.. ",. ''',.
SETB.\CKS
--FfeBt W-feet 20 ft. a'lg. W4--a>/g. 1 & ft. W4
18 ft miniffiHm to miBimrm
f1\
--Side ;w..feet ~ N.feet ' ^ r~ _, ,...,
Street Side W-feet N.feet N.feet N.feet
~ W-feet W-feet W-feet ;w..feet
(1)
(2)
(3)
Living spaces may encroaeh to 15 ft. Hom Frent Lot Line with Site Development Review on lets lip to 6,000 sElllare
f-eet in size.
Side Yard seteaelm in the R 1 zeRing district shall be a minimwn of 5 feet pillS ORe foot for each full 10 feet by which
lot width exceeds miniffiHm let width up te a maximum ef 10 feet.
Bllile:liBgS with 1 or more residences in the R M zoning district shall have n 15 foot Side Yard on ene side.
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ST;\ND.^.RD A R-+ ~ &oM
DIST.^..NCE BETWEm-r -lOO-feet W-feet ~, ~
RESIDm-rCES
M.^.xIMUM LOT COVERAGE NA 40~{' 1 stary, 35% 4()%..l stary, 35% 2 40~{' 1 stary, 35~{' 2
2 staries stefies stefies
COMMON USE;\BLE NA NA NA 30 % ofRet site
OUTDOOR gp f.CE area
HEIGHT LIMITS fB fB fB ill
(1) West of Daugfterty Raad 25 feet and 2 stories; may he inereased ta 35 feet aRd 2 stones pHFsuam ta a Site
DeyelaplBem Re'/iew approval hy the PlanniBg COmmiSSiOR. East afDollgherty Road; 35 feet aRd 2 stories.
(2) 35 feet if 4 ar fewer du.; 45 feet if 5 ar mere du.; 75 feet if 5 ar mere duo aad lat eaverage does Rot e~(eeed 35~{"
8.36.030
Cemmercial and Ind\:lstrial Development RegHlations. It is req\:lired that every b\:lilding
shall be b\:lilt l:lpon a site which conforms to the General Plan., applicable Specifio Plans,
and the following reg1:11ations:
A. Development Regulations are minimums unless stated as maximmns. .:\11 areas are given in net
sq\:lare feet.
ST.\ND.^.RD G-Q G-N G--l- G4 M-P M-l- M4
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Comer lat -l-l-,()OO 9;Q()() 6,()00 +,QOO W;QOO ~ 4(),QOO
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FRDNT f.GE
Imenor lot :m-feet W-fi:let ~ ~ 150 feet 100 feet 150 feet
Comer lot &Q-feet 6Q-4i:let 6()..feet 6()..feet 150 feet 100 feet 150 feet
LOT DEPTH 100 feet -lOO-feet 100 feet 100 feet IOllfeet 100 feet 109 feet
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-Side W-feet o feet (2) o feet (2) ^ w-feet W-feet W-feet
Street Side W-feet -W-fi:let o f-eet (3) ^ w-feet W-feet W-feet
-ReaF W-feet ^ ,,- /.n o feet (4) ^~ EH .W-feet ~ W-feet
HEIGHT LIMITS ~ ~i:let 45 feet (5) 45 feet (5) .~ #-feet #-feet
(1) 0 feet e~teejlt, if almtting an R zoning distriet ar C 0 ar C N zoning distrie:, the same as the Pram Yard Setbaek af that
zaBiBg distriet.
(2) 0 feet exeept, if alnltting aR R zoning distriet, the same as the Side Yard Slltbaeks of that distriet.
(3) 0 feet exeept, if the Street Side Yard of a eomer let iR a C 1 or C 2 ZORmg distriet abuts a Key Lat in any R, C 0 or
C N zoning distriet, Rat less than 1'2 ofilie Pram Yard setbaek required fer the Key Lot.
( 4) 0 feet exeept, 15 feet if a C 1 ar C 2 zaRing distriet baeks 1iJl aft aR R zoning distriet.
(5) 45 feet eJlCept, 35 feet if pnReipal ::tmemre Hi a C 1 or C 2 zaRing distriet is within 50 feet af aR R zaRing distriet.
8.40.020
Setbacks. Required setbacks describe areas on lots where no buildings,
structures or additions to them may be located, and which thereby become yard
areas. Setbacks may be required between Buildings, structures and property
lines; between structures and road easements; bet\veen buildings and or
structures; between buildings. structures and natural features such as
watercourses; or botween other features of site development. These regulations
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are not intended to allow the placement of any structure within a road or utility
easement without explicit permission from the easement holder.
A. Setbacks Established. Required setbacks are es.tablished as follows and in each
zoning district. Where there is a conflict, the means listed first in the following
table shall govern:
1. Future Right-Of-Way Line Established by the City.
2. Public Utilities Easement.
3. Development Agreements.
4. Chapter 8.40, Development Regulations.
5. Other provisions of this title Zoning Ordinance or provIsions of the
Planned Development in which the property is located.
B. Location and Measurement of Setbacks. The setbacks require6 by this Chapter shall
be located on lots as shovm in Figure 36 1 and as folloWlr.- Required setbacks shall be
located in accordance with the definitions for :front. rear. side and street side
setbacks contained in Chapter 8.160, Definitiollls, of this Zoning Ordinance.
1. Setbaek: The required distance that a b\:lildifl.g, structure or other aesign.ated item ffi\:lst be
looated from a lot line. The classifications of setbacks ~
a. FroBt: The Front Setback is an area encompassing the Pront Yard as defined il'l
this Title. The Front Setback is meas1:l:fed at right aHgles to the Frent Lot Line.
b. Rear: The Rear Setback is an area encompassing the Rear Yard as defined in this
Title. The Reur Setback is measured at right an gles to the Rear Lot Line.
e. Side: The Side Setbaek is an area encompassing the Side Yar-a as defined in tbis
Title. The Side Setback is meas1:l:fed at right angles to the Side Lot Line.
d. Street Side: The Street Side SetBack is an arec encompassing tbe Street Side Yard
as defined in this Title. The Street Side Setbaok is measmed at right angles to the
Street Side Lot--l::,ffie,.
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8.40.030
Exceptions to Setbacks. The following setback exceptions shall apply instead of
those required for each zoning district and any other setback requirements of
this Zoning Ordinance by Section 8.36.020, Agricultl:lral and Residential De';elopment
Regulations, and Section 8.36.030, Commer-eial and Indl:lstrial Development Regulations,
and any other setback requirements of this Title.
A.
Front Setback Exceptions:
1. Future Right-Of-Way Lines. Future rigI1t-of-way lines may hereby be
established by the City to determine special setbacks from certain street or
highway rights-of-way, including future road rights-of-way. In any case
where a future right-of-way line is established, the front setback shall be
measured from the future right-of-way IinH instead of the existing right-of-
way line required by this Zoning Ordinance, provided that the exceptions for
sloping lots in subsection A.2 below shall also apply.
2. Sloping Lots of 40,000 Square Feet or Less. Where an existing sloping lot
contains 40,000 square feet or less in net area and setback requirements
are not specified on a recorded subdivision map, the required front setback
may be determined as set forth in this subsection instead of as otherwise
required by Chapter ~ 8.40, Development Regulations. This section is
not intended to allow the placement of any structure within any easement
without explicit permission from all parties to the easement. This Section is
not intended to allow the creation of new lots that do not satisfy all
applicable standards of this Zoning Ordinance.
a. Reduced Setback for buildings Structures. Where the average
slope of an existing lot is one vertical foot for every four horizontal
feet (1 :4) or more in the first 60 feet of the lot measured
perpendicularly between the edge of the pavement or traveled way
and the proposed building princir;:lal structure, the front setback
may be reduced by no more than 50 percent of the amount required
for other lots in the same zoning district. Any structure placed at the
reduced setback shall satisfy the requirements of subsection A.2.c.,
below.
b. Reduced Setback for Parking. Where the average slope of an
existing lot is one vertical foot for Elver five horizontal feet (1 :5) or
more in the first 30 feet of the lot, Where the li':erage slope of the front
30 feet of the lot is one vertical foot fer evef)' five horizontal feet (1 :S) or
mere as measured between the edge of pavement and the proposed
structure, a private garage, carport, uncovered paved parking pad or
deck with at least 2 parking spaces may be built to the property line
at the street right-of-way, provided that it is located at least 8 feet
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from the nearest side lot line of the front half of an adjacent lot, and
also satisfies the requirements of suosection A.2.c., below.
c. Restrictions on Structures at Reduced Setback. Any building or
structure approved for constructi01 3t tho with a reduced front
setback provided by this Section shall satisfy the following:
i. Approved by Department of Public Works. Any proposed
construction requiring a Building Permit shall first have been
approved by the Department of Public Works.
ii. Encroachment Permit. No structure or improvement shall be
allowed within any City road right-of-way without first obtaining
an encroachment Permit from the Department of Public
Works.
iii. Living Area. No living area shall be permitted above any
garage or other structure located within the front setback area,
except as provided in this Section, unless specifically
approved by the Zoning Administrator or the Planning
Commission in response to a Conditional Uso Permit Site
Development Review application and at a legally noticed
public hearing. .
B. Side and Rear Setback Exceptions:
1. Compensating Provision of a Rear Yard. Notwithstanding the yard
requirements of this Zoning Ordinance, a rear yard may have a depth of a
not loss than minimum of 10 feet if that portion of the tear yard that is
covered by a structure is compensated fOI" by open areas within the same
or adjacent yards on the same parcel that exceed side and rear yard
requirements by an area at least equal to the extent of the building
structure coverage of the rear yard (see Figure 40-1).
Figure 40-1: Compensating Provis;ion of a Rear Yard
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2. Compensating Provision of Side Yard. Notwithstanding the yard
requirements of this Zoning Ordinance, a side yard may have a depth of a
not loss th3rl minimum of 5 feet if that portion of the side yard that is
covered by a structure is compensated fo" by open areas within the same
or adjacent yards on the same parcel that exceed side and rear yard
requirements by an area at least equal to the extent of the structure
coverage of the side yard. The comp4~nsating provision of side yard
exception is not applicable to a street side yard.
C. Common Wall Development. Any two dwelling units and/or their accessory
garages, may be constructed on adjoining lots without setbacks between them as
shown on Figure Je-2 40-2 provided that:
1. Waiver of one Side Setback. Waiver of the side setback requirement for
one side yard has been authorized through Planned Development,
Conditional Use Permit, or Variance approval; and
2. Agreement/Deed Restriction. A common wall or party wall agreement,
deed restriction or other enforceable restriction has been recorded; and
3. Side Setback. The side setbacks opposite the common wall property line
are not less than two times the minimum width required by this Chapter;
and
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4. Common Wall Construction. Common wall construction is in compliance
with the Uniform Building Code.
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D. Zero Lot Line Development. A group of dwellings on adjoining lots may be
designed and constructed so that they all abut one side lot line provided that:
1. Side Setback Requirement Modified. The side setback requirement has
been modified for the entire block through Planned Development or
Conditional Use Permit approval; and
2. Subdivision Map/Deed Restriction. The modified setback requirements for
the block are recorded as part of a subdivision map, deed restriction, or
other enforceable restriction; and
3. Corner Lot. The required front setback and street side yard setbacks are
not eliminated or reduced on a corner lot; and
4. Side Setbacks. Side setbacks opposite the zero setback property line are
not less than twice the minimum otherwise required by this Chapter.
Projections Into Required Setbacks - Building Structure Features And Equipment
Architectural Features. Three classes of projections into required setbacks are
permitted:
Landing, Uncovered Porch, Stairway. A landing place, eF uncovered porch, and
stairway leading thereto which serves a dwelling unit entrance not greater than six
(6) feet above the ground level, may project int<) a required yard a distanoo not
gro3ter than maximum of three (3) feet.
B.
Building Structure Wall. 1\ building The wall of a structure which encroaches
enoro3ching a maximum of two feet or loss into a required yard may be extended
so as to continue the same building wall line; however, the existing dimension
from the wall to the property line shall be maintained and shall not decrease
but may not reduce the required yard to a dimension less than that previously provided.
C.
Architectural Features Building Roof, Wull Features, Building Equipment. Certain
structure roof and wall features including, but not limited to, chimneys, bow
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windows (which do not increase the floor area of the structure) bay windows
with a maximum width of 8 feet, cornices, eavos, canopies, and similar
architectural features (not including decks more than 30 inches above arade,
porches, or other indoor or outdoor living arecls) may not extend closer than
3 feet to a side lot line and may extend into any required front or rear
setback a maximum of 5 feet. Certain builEling roof and wall features and Building
eql:lipment, including b\:lt not limited to chimneys, bay windows with a maxiBffiffi width of
8 feet, comiees, eaves, canopies, landings, stairways, alld similar architeetural feat1:l:fes (not
including decks more than 30 inches above nat1:l:fal grade, porches, or other indoor or
outdoor li',ing areas), and equipment such as solar colbctors, air conditioning equipment
and swimming pool equipment. These classes efprojections may (l3(tefl.d into required
setbacks as follows where consistent with tbe requirements ofSectiefl.s S01 and Section
1710 of the UHiform Bl:lilding Code:
1. FroDt aDd Rear Setbaeks. Such featl:lres and I)ql:lipment may extood into any
req\:lired Front or Rear Setback a maxim1:lfl.'l of:; feet, previded that any eq\:lipment
other than. window mounted air conditioners shall be screened from the yiew ofthe
public read.
2. Side Setbaeks.
a. S feet or less. Where Side Setbacks are 5 feet or less, cemiees, eayes, and
canopies may extend into any required Side Setbaek a maximum of2 1/2
feet, proyided that no such feat1:l:fe shall be permitted within 3 feet of any
Side Lot Line.
b. More thaD S feet. "!here Side Setbacks are more than. S feet, such f-eatl:lres
and equipment listed above in Section ~ .36.060.C may extend into any
req\:lired Side Setback a maxim1:lfl.'l of 2 1/2 feet, pro'/ided that no s\:lch
feat1:l:fe shall be permitted within 3 feet l)f any Side Lot Line.
3. EDelosure of equipmeDt required. For lots less than 5,000 square f-eet in size,
mechanical equipmefl.t that generates noise (such as swimming pool, spa and air
conditiofl.ing equipment) on the property shall be enclosed as necessary to red\:lce
noise at the property line to a maximum of SO dR\ at any time.
For lots 5,000 square feet in size or larger, mechanical equipment that generates
noise (such as swimming pool, spa and air conditioning equipment) when located
within a req\:lired setback as allo....'ed by this subseotion, and within 10 feet of an
existing or potential residooce, or an existing paved patio area on adjoining
property, sball be enclosed as necessary to redlce noise at the property line to a
maxim1:lffi of SO dBf. at any time.
Figure 40-3: Architectural Featum Projection
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8.40.050
8.40.060
Property Une
Main Wall of
House
Mechanical Equipment.
A.
Setbacks Required. No mechanical equipmen1t (such as swimming pool, spa
and air conditioning equipment) shall be located in a front yard. All
mechanical equipment shall be located in the side or rear yard, behind a
solid fence. Mechanical equipment shall not b~ located within 3 feet of a side
or rear property line.
B.
Lots Area Less than 5,000 Square Feet. For lots which are less than 5,000
square feet in size, mechanical equipment that generates noise shall be
enclosed as necessary to reduce noise at the property line to a maximum of
50 dBA at any time.
c.
Lot Area Greater Than 5,000 Square Feet. For lots 5,000 square feet in size or
larger, mechanical equipment that generates noise located within 10 feet of
an existing or potential residence, or an Hxisting paved patio area on
adjoining property, shall be enclosed as necessary to reduce noise at the
property line to a maximum of 50 dBA at any ti me.
Interior Setbacks. Setbacks between structures on the same lot shall be as
provided by this Section.
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A. Residential Uses:
1. Separatiofl. bctweefl. buildings. Tbe mmmRHfl. separatiofl. between detached
Gwellings or buildings containing multiple dwellings Ofl. the same site shall be as
required by the Uniform Building Code or the conditions of appro',al ef a
Conditional Use Permit, Site De',elopment I~eview, Variance, or Development
Reg\ilations ora Planned Developmefl.t Deyelopment Plan appro',ed f-or the project.
Interior Courtyard. Two rows or groups of dwellings on the same site that
are separated by an inner court that provides access to the dwellings shall
be separated by a minimum of 20 feet.
2. Separation Between Multi-Family Buildir~ Structures in R-M Zoning
District. Multi-Family buildings structures in the R-M Zoning District shall
be separated by a minimum distance of :20 feet. Any parking within the
setback between Multi-Family buildings structures shall be in addition to
the 20 foot setback. The 20 foot setback shall increase by 3 feet for every
10 feet that the height of the structure exceeds 35 feet.
B.
Agricultural, commercial or inoostrial \:lses. .^.s required by the Uniform Building Code.
8.36.080
Lot lines. Lot lines required by this Chapter shall be located 3S sholJm in Figuro
36 '1, and as follows;.
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lot line. I\ny boundary of a lot. 'Nhero adjacent to a public right of 'Nay a lot line
shall be the Stroet Right Of '.^I3Y Line shown on a rocorded subdivision map or,
when established, 3 Future Right Of 'N3Y Line. 'Nhero adj3cent to 3 private right
of way, a lot line sh311 be the boundary of the private right of 'Nay. The
classifications of lot lines 3re:
1. Front. The line separating the p3rcel from the Stroet Right Of Way Line,
Future Right Of '/'Jay Line, or boundary of the private right of way. On
corner lots, the Front Lot Lino shall bo tho shortest lot lino abutting 3 stroot
in rosidonti31 zoning districts and tho lon!~est lot line abutting a stroet in
commercial/industrial zoning districts. If the lot lines on 3 corner lot are
oqu31 in length, the Front Lot Line shall be determined by the Diroctor of
Community Development. On a through let, the Front Lot Line shall be the
lot line abutting tho stroet providing tho prim3ry 3ccess to tho lot.
2. Interior. I\ny lot line not abutting a street.
3. Rear. .^. lot line, not intersecting a Front Lot Line, which is most distant from
the most closely parallel to the Front Lot Lino. In the case of an irr~gularly
shaped lot or a lot bounded by only throo lot lines, a line \vithin the lot
having a length of 10 feet, p3r31101 to and most distant from the Front Lot
Line sh311 be intcrprotod 3S the Rem Lot Line for tho purpose of dotermining
roquirod yards, setbacks, and other provisions of this Title.
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4. Side. I\ny lot line '.vhich is not a Front Lot Line or a Rear Lot Line.
5. Street Side. .^, lot line intersecting a Front Lot Line, Rear Lot Line, or Side
Lot Line, which is also either the Street Right Of Way Line, Futuro Right Of
Way Line, or boundary of tho privato right of 'Nay.
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Yards. Front yard, side yard, rear yard, and ;street side yard are defined in
Chapter 8.160, Definitions, of this Zoning Ordinance. Yards required by this
Chapter shall be located on lots as shown in Figure 36 1, and as follows:
8.40.070
Yard. An open space on a lot, other than a court, unobstructed and unoccupied
from the ground upward, except as permit:ed by this Ordinance. The
classifications of yards are:
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1. Front. An area extending across the full width of the lot between the Front
Lot Line and a structural setback line parallel thereto. The determination of
Front Yards for corner lots shall be as described for Front Lot Line above.
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2. Side. /\n area extending from the roquired Front Yard to the required Rear
Yard and from tho Side Lot Line to a structural setback line parallel theroto.
3. Rear. An area extending across the full width of the lot between tho Rear
Lot Line and a structural setback line parallel thereto.
4. Street Side. /\n area extending from the roquired Front Yard to the Roar
Lot Line and from the Street Side Lot Line to a structural setback line
parallel therete,.
Maximum Lot Coverage.
A.
Applicability of Coverage Regulations. Maximum lot coveraae regulations are
intended to establish the maximum lot area that may be covered with buildings
aRG-structures, accessory structures, covered decks and other enclosed and
covered areas; but not standard roof overhan!;Js, cornices, eaves, uncovered
decks, swimming pools, paved areas such an walkways, driveways, patios,
uncovered parking areas or roads. buildings and structures. B\:lildifl.gs and
struct1:l:fes inc11:lde all land covered by principal b\:lildi ngs, garages and carports, accessory
struct1:l:fes, (with the exception of one 120 square foot accessory stmctl:lre, which shall be
exempt from the coverage regulations) covercd decks and gazebos, and other cnclosed and
ooyered areas; bat not standard roof overhangs, cornices, eaves, lillcovered decks,
swimming pools, paved areas sl:lch as walkways, drive'.vays, patios, lillco"ered parking
areas or roads.
B.
Compl:ltation ef coverage. 1\11 areas ef coverage are computed in terms of f1.et lot area and
at ground level. Exception to Lot Coverage. A maximum of 120 square feet, for
attached or detached accessory structures, is exempt from lot coverage
requirements as permitted by Chapter 8.46, Accessory Structures and Uses.
Height Limits and Exceptions.
A.
Applicability of Height Limits. Height limits for buildings and structures are
established by each zoning district and other provisions of this Zoning
Ordinance including Chapter 8.40, Development Regulations; Chapter 8.72,
Landscaping and Fencing Regulations for Fence Height limits; and Chapter
8.84, Sign Regulations, for sign height limits. Chapter 8.12, Zoning Distriets and
Permitted Uscs of Land; other pro'/isions of this Title; Chapter 8.36, Development
Regulations; Chapter 8.72, Landscaping and Fencing Regulations for fence height limits;
and Chapter 8.84, Sign Regulations, for sign height linHts,. No building or structure shall
be constructed or altered to exceed the height limits established by this +itIe
Zoning Ordinance. except as otherwise provided by this Chapter.
B.
Measurement of Height. The height limits for structures established by this
Chapter or other provisions of this Zoning Ordinance shall be measured as the
vertical distance from the highest point of the structure to the average of the
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highest and lowest points where the exterior wa Is touch the Grade, as shown in
Figure 36 5 40-3.
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C. Exceptions to Height Limits. The height limits for buildings ~md structures
established by this Chapter are subject to the following exceptions:
1. Public and Quasi-Public Buildings ~md Structures. In a zoning district with a
height limit of less than 75 feet, public and quasi-public structures,
communications equipment buildings l;tructures, schools, churches,
hospitals, and other institutions public and quasi-public structures
permitted in the zoning district, may be erected to a maximum height of 75
feet, provided that all required setbacks shall be increased by one foot for
each foot of height that the building strul::ture exceeds the normal height
limit established by the zone.
2. Residential Exception - Sloping Lots. The maximum height allowed for a
single family dwelling may be increased when the average natural slope of
a proposed structure envelope is 15 percent or more, as follows:
Site Slope Max. Allowed Height Increase
0-15 percent 5 feet
15.1-22.5 percent 10 feet
W 22.6 percent 15 feet
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or more
The maximum allowed height for a dwelling on a site with slope between IS and 22.S
percent may be increased over the five feet specified abo';e by the same proportiofl. that the
actual site slope exceeds IS per-eent. The maxim1:lm allowed height for a dwellifl.g on a site
with slope between. 22.S and 30 percent may be increased o';er the 10 feet specified abo'le
by the same pr-oportion that the actual site slope exoeeds 22.5 pereont.
3. Exceptions for Specific Types of Structure~,:
a. Ar-ehitect\:lral featl:lres, mechanical equipment. Chimneys and Vents.
Chimneys, vents, and related architectural or mechanical
appurtenances on buildings structures may be a maximum of 15
percent higher than the height limit of the applicable zone.
b. Freestanding Structures. Towers, poles, water tanks, and similar
structures may be constructed higher than the height limit of the
applicable zoning district if the addit,onal height is authorized through
3 Condition31 Use Permit Site Development Review approval by the
Zoning Administrator.
c. Utility and Communications Facilities. Individual radio and television
receiving antennas, satellite dishes, transmission and distribution
poles and towers for public utilities are not subject to the height limits
of this Chapter. See Chapter 8.92, Wireless Communication
Facilities Regulations, regarding land use approvals for those
facilities.
Lot Widths/Frontages and Exceptions.
A.
Applicability of Lot Widths and Frontages. Lot widths and lot frontaQes are
established by SeGtion 8.36.020/\ 3nd 8.36.030/\, Development Regulations each
zoning district. No lot shall have a width less than that established by this Zoning
Ordinance, except as otherwise provided by this Section.
B.
Me3surement of Lot VVidth. The lot 'Nidths established by Sections 8.36.020/\ and
8.36.030 ^ or other- provisionG of this Ordin3nce sh311 be the horizontal dist3nce
between Side Lot Lines, measured 3t right 3ngle!; to the line along which lot depth
is me3sured, at a point midway between the Fron.t and Re3r Lot Lines.
C.
I\pplicability of Lot Front3ges. Lot frontages are ost3blished by Sections
8.36.020/\ 3nd 8.36.030/\. No lot sh311 h3ve 3 frontage less than th3t establiGhed
by this Ch3pter, except 3S otherwise provided by this section.
D.
Measurement of Lot Frontage. Lot front3ges are measured from Sido Lot Line to
Side Lot Line along the Front Lot Line. The Lot Frontage of 3 Building Site shall
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be oqual to ono half of the Lot 'Nidth, or oqual to tho Frontago as required in
Soction 8.36.020/\ and 030/\, 'J.'hichover i!> greateF.-
B. Irregular, Cul-de-sac, and Flag Lot Widths.
1. Irregular Lots. The Community Development Director shall determine the
minimum width of irregular lots.
2. Cul-de-sac lots. Cul-de-sac lot shall have a minimum lot frontage of 30
feet.
3. Flag Lots. FlaQ lots are discouraged except under unusual design
constraints. The Driveway portion and lot frontage of an individual flag lot
[;hall not be loss than 30 foot wide, and tho dri'/oway portion!> and Lot
Frontago[; of adjacont flag lot[; [;hall not bE) loss than 20 foot wido shall be
as defined in Chapter 8.160, Definitions, of this Zoning Ordinance,
unless determined otherwise by a Site Development Review, Tentative
Map, Planned Development, or Variance.
8.40.110
Lot Depth and Exceptions.
A.
Applicability of Lot Depth. Lot depth is established by Section 8.36.020^ and
8.36.030/\ and this Soction each zoning district. No lot shall have a depth less
than that established by this Chapter. except as otherwise proyided BY this seetiofl..
B.
Meas1:l:fement of lot depth. The lot depth established by Sections 8.36.020.\ and
8.36.030.\ or other provisions of this Ordinance shall be the horizontal distance meas1:l:fed
along a line generally parallel to the Side Lot Lines between the Front Lot Line and the
Rear Lot Line or where Side Lot Lines intersect. If (lither Side Lot Line bas any aIlgt:1lar
change of direction, Lot Depth shall be measmed along a straight line starting from the
midpoint of the Front Lot Line so as to bisect the front half of the Lot, and e-xtooding to the
Rear Lot Line.
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PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
CHAPTER 8.44
8.44.010
8.44.020
Purpose. The purpose of this Chapter is to establish performance standards
for all uses and zoning districts in the City.
Performance Standards. All uses shall conform to the following standards.
Any violation of these standards is a violation of this Zoning Ordinance:
A.
Noise. The volume of sound measured outside during calm air conditions,
generated by any use other than related tel transportation activities and
temporary construction work shall not exceed the noise standards in Table
9.1 of the General Plan.
B.
Vibration. The ground vibration generated by any use other than related to
transportation activities and temporary construction work shall not be
perceptible without instruments on any lot IinEl of the property.
C.
Radioactivity. No activity, including storage or dumping, shall result in the
emission of radioactivity in dangerous amounts.
D.
Electrical Disturbance. No activity shall cause electrical disturbance
adversely affecting the operation of any eqLlipment other than that of the
creator of such disturbance.
E.
Inflammable or Explosive Materials. No inflammable or explosive materials
shall be produced, used, stored, or handled unless provided at all points
with adequate safety devices and procedures against hazards of explosion
and all equipment and devices for fire prevention and fire fighting approved
by the Fire Department.
F.
Air Pollution. No air pollution or smoke shall be produced which is in
violation of the requirements of the Bay Area Air Quality Management
District.
G.
Glare or Heat. No direct or sky-reflected glclre or heat shall be produced
which is detectable at any point on a Lot Line of the property.
H.
Dust, Dirt or Particulate Matter. No discharge into the air of any dust, dirt or
particulate matter shall occur from any activity or from any products stored
on the property.
I.
Liquid or Solid Wastes. No liquid contaminants or materials of such nature
or temperature which contaminate any water supply, interfere with bacterial
processes and sewage treatment, or in an~, way cause the emission of
dangerous or offensive materials shall be discharged into any public sewer,
private sewage disposal system approved by the County Department of
Environmental Health, stream, or into the grolJlnd.
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J. Odors. No emission of odorous gases or c>>ther odorous matter in such
quantities as to be detectable at any Lot Line of the property is permitted.
Any use or process which may involve the creation or emission of any odors
shall provide a primary safeguard system for l:>dor control, and shall provide
a secondary safeguard system so that control of odors will be maintained if
the primary safeguard system should fail.
K. Screening Unsightly Uses and Structures. Unsightly uses and structures
shall be screened to the satisfaction of the Community Development
Director, including but not limited to trash or equipment storage areas,
loading docks/areas and rooftop equipment including HV AC equipment,
meters, ground-mounted ventilating systems and exposed conduits or
piping including fire sprinkler risers.
L. Mobile/Manufactured Home. Standards for Mobile/Manufactured Homes in
Agricultural and Residential Zoning Districts, including Mobile/Manufactured
Homes which are used as a second unit or gUl~sthouse, are as follows:
1. Use. Mobile/Manufactured Homes shalll be permitted in Agricultural
and Residential Zoning Districts as set forth in the Land Use Matrix in
Section 8.12.050.
2. Development Standards. Mobile/Manuf;actured Homes in Agricultural
and Residential Zoning Districts shall conform to all of the residential
use development standards for the ;~oning district in which it is
located.
3. Certification. The Mobile/Manufactured Home shall be certified under
the National Manufactured Housin!;J Construction and Safety
Standards Act of 1974 (42 U.AS.C. Section 5401 et seq.) and shall
have been manufactured within ten years of the application for
issuance of a permit for the location of the home.
4. Foundation. Mobile/Manufactured Homes shall be located on a
permanent foundation system.
5. Exterior Material. The Mobile/Manufactured Home shall be covered
with an exterior material commonly found on new conventionally built
residential structures in the surroundin!;J area.
6. Roof Material. The Mobile/ManufacturEld Home shall be roofed with
materials commonly found on conventionally built residential
structures in the surrounding area.
7. Roof Overhang. The Mobile/Manufactur,ed Home shall have a minimum
roof overhang of sixteen (16) inches.
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CHAPTER 8.46
8.46.010
8.46.020
ACCESSORY
REGUL!\TIONS
STRUCTURES
AND
USES
Purpose. The purpose of these provisions is to establish the regulations that
apply to accessory structures, aM to specify the uses that are permitted as
accessory to the principal use in the zonin9 districts, and to ensure the
compatibility of accessory structures and uses with permitted structures
and uses.
Intent. The intent of these provisions is to ensure the compatibility of accessory
structures ~md uses with permitted structures ::md uses.
Accessory Structures.
A.
Accessory Structures included with perm~ment uses. In 3ddition to the principal
structures 3ssociatod with permitted Use Typos, each Use Type shall be deemed
to include such accessory structures which arEl specifrc311y identified by these
Accessory Structures 3nd Uses Regulations, 3nd to include such other 3ccessol)'
structures which are necess3rily and custom.3rily 3ssociated with, 3nd 3re
3ppropri3te, incident31, and subordin3te to, such princip31 structures. It shall be
the responsibility of the Director of Community Development to determine if 3
proposed 3ccessory structure is necess3rily 3nd custom3rily associ3ted '....ith, 3nd
is 3ppropri3te, incident:Jl, 3nd subordin3te to the princip31 structure, b3sed on the
Director of Community Development's e'l3luation of 'Nhether the proposed
3ccessory structure is necess3rily or customarily ;3ssociated ':lith the Use Type for
':lhich the development was constructed. Determin3tions by the Director of
Community Development Sh311 be subject to appe31 pursu3nt to Ch3pter 8.136,
I\ppeals, 3nd 3 record of 311 such determinations Sh311 be m3intained by the
Director of Community Development. In addition to the principal structure of a
parcel, a parcel may also include accessory structure(s) which are
specifically identified by this Chapter which are necessarily and customarily
associated with and are appropriate, incidental, and subordinate to, such
principal structures.
It shall be the responsibility of the Community Development Director to
determine if a proposed accessory structure is necessarily and customarily
associated with and are appropriate, incidental, and subordinate to the
principal structure. Determinations by the Community Development Director
shall be subject to appeal pursuant to Chaptelr 8.136, Appeals, and a record
of all such determinations shall be maintained by the Community
Development Director.
B. Principal Structure Regulations. Accessory structures shall be regulated in the
same manner as the principal structures within each zoning district, except as
otherwise expressly provided in these regulations.
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B. Accessory Structures Subject to Regulations. Aocessory structuros shall be
regul:::1tod in the same manner as the principal structures within eaoh zoning district,
except as othontlise expressly provided in those regulatieA&
C. General Requirements
1. Attached Structures. If an accessory structuro is attached to a prinoipal
structure, it shall be made structurally a part of the principal structure and shall
comply with all the requirements of this Title to tho principal structure.
2. 8reezeways..^. breezeway or other extension of the principal structure or
accessory structure roof may oonnect the accossory structure to tho principal
structure, but it shall not be considered part of tho prinoipal structure. The
breezeway and accessory building must meet principal building setbacks.
3. Height. Detached accessory structures, unloss specified otherwise in this
Chapter, shall have a maximum height of 15 foet. Detached accessory structures
in the /\griculture zoning district shall have a maximum height of 15 feet except for
barns which may be 2 stories high if the upper story is designated only for storage
of hay and agricultural supplies.
4. Inhabitable space. Accessory structures, with the exception of Guesthouses and
Second Units shall not be constructed so as to provide year round inhabitable
space. Rev. Ord. 1602 (November 2002)
5. location of )\,.ccessory Structure. Accessory structures shall be located on the
sarno lot as principa~
6. Maximum enclosure of gazebo or patio coyer. ^ gazebo, patio covor, or other
similar enclosure constructed of lattice, or equivalent material through which air
and light can pass, shall be constructed so that 80% of each side, which is not
attached to a principal structure, is open and not inhabitable on a year round
basis.
7. Public Works Setbacks. No accessol)' structure shall be located between the
Street right of "Nay line and a Future Right of VVay-biRe-:-
8. Separation of detached accessory structure from other structures on the
same lot. The distance of a detached accessory structure from any other
structure on the same lot shall be as determined by the Uniform Building Code."
Rev. Ord. 16 02 (November 2002)
9. One Side Yard shall not be obstructed to less than 36 inches.
NovNithstanding that certain accessory structures may be located in a Side Yard,
such accessory structures shall be located so that at least one Side Yard, which
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shall bo gated, shall provide at least 0 36 inch width of direct and unobstructed
passago to tho Rear Yard.
10. Timing of Construction. Accessory structures, temporary structures, and
swimming pools shall be constructed or otherwise establishod at tho same time
as, or aftor, the principal structure or use.
D. Requirements for Specific Accessory Structures tha1t Apply City wide.
1. Antennae. I\ntennae are subject to the previGions of Chapter 8.92, Wireless
Communications Facility Regulations.
2. Flag poles. Maximum height of 35 feet with a minimum 5 foot setback from any
property line. /\dditional height may be authorized threugh Conditional Use Permit
approval by the Zoning Administrator.
E. Agricultural ^ccessory Structures permitted by means of Site Development
Revie~N. 1\11 agricultural accessory structures, including, but not limited to, stablo, barns,
pens, corrals, greenhouses, or coops are permitted by means of 0 Site Development
Review in tho Agricultural zoning district.
F. Permitted Residential Accessory Structures.
1. General requirements.
a. EncloseE.l Accessory Structures in Multi Family districts. No enclosed
accessory structure shall be erected in a Multi Family zoning district unless
pursuant to a Site Development Review.
b. In Front of a Residence. No accessory Etructure, with the exception of on
entry feature, shall be located in the Front Yard, the area bet\veen the Front
Yard and the residence, or within the portion of a Side Yard or a Street Side
Y3rd that projects in front of the residence.
&. Key lots. On a corner lot in an R 1 or R ~~ zoning district adj3cent to a Key
Lot no 3CCeE:Sory structure shall be closer to the Street Side Lot Line th3n
1 0 foet.
d. Maximum square footage of det:lChed accessory structures
(excluding swimming pools) on a lot. For lots less th~m 5,000 square
feet in size, one accessory structure in the Rear Yard with a maximum of
120 square f-oet sh311 be exempt from the Coverage Requirements.
For lots 5,000 squ3re feet in size or larger, the combined maximum square
footage of all accessory structures on a lot such as 0 detached accessory
g3rage, workshop, studio, or office shall not exceed 1,000 square foet
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unloss 3 brgor sizo is 3pprovod by tho Zoning Administrator by moans of a
Conditional Use Permit. Rev. Ord. 16 02 fA~ovember 2002)
e. Rear Yard Co'/erage. Tho maximum covorago of tho roquirod Roar Yard
by all accessory structures ('1.'ith the excoption of swimming pools) is 30%.
f. On the street side of a fence, hedge or wall. No accossory structuro in
3n R 1 or R 2 zoning district m3Y bo loc3tod on tho stroot side of 3 tonco,
hedge or wall.
2. Structures.
a. Exceptions to Accessory Structure Requirements. An oxooption to the
roquiromonts of this soction may bo 3pprovod by tho Zoning Administr3tor
by means of 3 Condition31 Use Pormit.
b. Deoks. Unoovorod docks under 30 inchos in hoight 3ro pormittod
3nywhere on 3 parcel, without rospect to re:quired setbacks.
c. Entry features. Entry features (such as ~Irbors, arohoE:, and trolliE:oE:) m3Y
bo loc3tod within tho roquired front Y3rd Sotb3ck providod thoy do not h3vo
3 '::idth of moro th3n 15 toot, 3nd do not hovo 3 height more than 10 feet.
d. Greenhouse. /\ Groonhouso 3ccossory structure with a maximum size of
500 square feet with tr3nsparont or tr3nsluGent roof 3nd/or wall panols.
e. Guesthouses. ^ dot3chod Guosthouso 3CCOSSOry structuro m3Y bo
ost3blishod on tho lot of 3 single fumily ros:donco, 3S follo'lls:
1. Not looated in setbaok area. ^ ~)uosthouse sh311 not be loc3ted
within 3ny roquired setback area.
2. Permitted and prohibited spaoes. ,^. guosthouso m3Y cont3in 3
slooping Sp3CO, b3throom 3nd othor living spaco, but may not
contain kitchen fucilitios.
3. Floor area limitation. Tho m3ximum floor area allO\\'ed for a
guosthouso is 50% of tho h3bit3blo~00r 3re3 of tho main residonco,
up to a maximum of 840 square feet;
f. Recreation faoilities. Including recro3tion 3ctivity courts and facilities,
swimming pools, Sp3S and hot tubs, providl3d tho so fucilitios 3ro to bo usod
solely by occupants of tho d'.volling(s) on the S3mo lot 3nd thoir guosts.
g. Security gates. Socurity g3tos 3nd gate housos 3t projoct entrances are
permitted through Site Development Review-;
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8.46.030
J.
K.
General Requirements. The following requirements apply to both attached
and detached accessory structures:
A.
Habitable Space. Accessory structures, with the exception of guesthouses
and second units, shall not be constructed so as to provide year-round
habitable space.
B.
Location of Accessory Structures. Accessory structures shall be located on
the same lot as the principal structure.
C.
Right-of-Way Setbacks. No accessory structure shall be located between a
street right-of-way line and a future right-of-wcIY line.
D.
Side Yard Obstruction. Where permitted by this Chapter, certain accessory
structures may be located within in a sidl~ yard. In the event that an
accessory structure(s) is located within a side yard, a minimum of 36 inches
of unobstructed area shall be provided in ont:~ side yard which will provide
access from the front yard to the rear yard. The area shall be accessible via
a gate from the front yard.
E.
Timing of Construction. Accessory structures shall be constructed or
otherwise established at the same time as, or ,after, the principal structure or
use.
F.
In Front of a Residence. No accessory structure, with the exception of an
entry feature, shall be located in the front yard or shall project from the side
yard or street side yard into the front yard.
G.
Rear Yard Lot Coverage. The maximum coverage of the required rear yard
by all accessory structures, excluding swimming pools and hot tubs, is 30
percent.
H.
Lot Coverage Exemption. A maximum of 120 square feet shall be exempt
from lot coverage requirements for an attached or detached accessory
structure.
I.
Height. Except where specifically stated in this Chapter, accessory
structures shall have a maximum height of 15 1feet.
Street Side. All accessory structures permitted in the rear yard shall be
located behind a fence. All front yard accessory structures shall be located
in the front yard and shall not be located within the street side yard.
Wildfire Management Plan. In addition to the requirements of this Chapter,
accessory structures located within the Wildfire Management Area shall
conform to the provisions of the City's Wild1fire Management Plan. Where
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conflicts arise between the Wildfire Management Plan and this Chapter, the
most restrictive regulation shall apply.
L.
Exceptions. An exception to the requirements of this Chapter related to
accessory structures may be approved by means of a Site Development
Review.
Prohibited Accessory structures. The following accessory structures are
prohibited in all Zoning Districts.
A.
Bathing Facilities. Restrooms with bathing facilities are prohibited in all
accessory structures, excluding second units and guesthouses.
B.
Trailers. Temporary buildings including traillus and modular facilities are
prohibited except where permitted by means elf a Temporary Use Permit.
Requirements for Specific Accessory Structures. The following
requirements apply to the specified accessory structure in addition to the
general requirements for detached and attachl~d accessory structures.
A.
Decks and Balconies. Uncovered decks, less than 30 inches in height
measured from grade, are permitted anywhere on a parcel, without respect
to otherwise required setbacks. Balconies are considered an attached
accessory structure and shall maintain the required setbacks of the
principal structure.
B.
Entry Features. Entry features (such as arbors, arches, porticoes and
trellises) with a maximum depth of 15 feet and a maximum height of 10 feet
may be located within the required front yard net back area.
C.
Breezeways. A breezeway or other extension of the principal structure or
accessory structure roof may connect thE! accessory structure to the
principal structure. The breezeway and accessory structure shall meet the
required setbacks for the principal structur,e. Structures connected by a
breezeway to the principal structure are considered to be an attached
accessory structure and shall comply with the setbacks of the principal
structure.
D.
Gazebo or Patio Covers. Where a gazebo or patio cover includes walls, a
minimum of 50 percent of each wall of a {Iazebo, patio cover or similar
enclosure shall be constructed of lattice or equivalent material through
which air and light can pass, except where the wall is formed by the
principal structure.
E.
Residential Greenhouse. A greenhouse is an accessory structure in the R-1,
R-2 or Planned Development Zoning Districts with similar uses shall be a
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maximum of 500 square feet in size, shall ha1/e a transparent or translucent
roof and wall structures, and shall be used for the non-commercial raising of
plants. The greenhouse shall comply with the required setbacks of the
principal structure.
F. Residential Guesthouse. A guesthouse may be established on the same lot
as a single family residence, as provided below:
1. Kitchen Facilities. Kitchen Facilities as defined by Chapter 8.160 are
prohibited.
2. Height. Guesthouses shall have a maximum height of 15 feet.
3. Permitted Spaces. A guesthouse may contain a sleeping space,
bathroom and other living space.
4. Setbacks. The guesthouse shall conform to the required setbacks for
the principal structure.
5. Maximum Floor Area. The maximum floor area allowed for a
guesthouse is 50 percent of the habitcllble floor area of the principal
structure, up to a maximum of 840 square feet.
6. Detached Structure. A guesthouse shall be detached from the
principal structure and shall comply with the required distance
between structures for detached access.ory structures.
7. Limitation. Only one guesthouse or secl)nd unit shall be permitted per
lot.
G. Security Gates. Security gates and gate houses at the entrance(s) to a
residential, industrial or office development are permitted through Site
Development Review.
H. Swimming Pools/Spas/Hot Tubs. Private swimming pools, spas and hot
tubs are permitted as accessory structures to the principal structure in
residential zoning districts, subject to the following provisions:
1. Gates. Each gate providing access through a fence to the swimming
pool, spa, hot tub, or the entire site shall be equipped with a self-
closing, self-latching device designed to keep the gate securely
closed when not in actual use. The latching device of the gate shall
be at least 54 inches above finish gradl3 when the latch is not on the
pool side of the gate. When the latchin~, device is located on the pool
side of the gate, the latching device shall be located between 0 to 3
inches from the top of the gate.
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2. Doors. Where a garage forms part of the pool enclosure, any door
from the garage to the pool shall be equipped with a self-closing, self-
latching device designed to keep the door securely closed when not
in actual use. The latching device of the door shall be at least 54
inches above the floor.
3. Enclosure Fencing. The swimming p()ol, spa, hot tub, or the entire
site shall be enclosed by a fence at least 60 inches high.
4. Listed Locking Lid. A listed locking lid, as defined by the Building
Code may be provided for spas and hot tubs in lieu of the above
gates, doors and enclosure fencing requirements.
5. Maintenance Required. The owner or the person in possession of the
premises shall maintain a pool, hot tub, spa, gates, doors, and
enclosure fencing in good condition at all times.
6. Lot Coverage. Swimming pools, hot tubs and spas are excluded from
lot coverage requirements. Where the swimming pool, hot tub or spa
includes a trellis, gazebo or patio COVElr, those accessory structures
shall conform to the lot coverage requirl:!ments.
I. Tennis and Sport Courts. Non-commercial outdoor tennis courts and courts
for other sports (e.g., racquetball, basketball, letc.) accessory to a residential
use are accessory structures subject to the following requirements:
1. Fencing. Fencing shall be subject to tbe height limits of Chapter 8.72,
Landscaping and Fencing Regulations.
2. Lighting. Court lighting shall not exceed a maximum height of 20 feet.
Such lighting shall be directed downward, shall only illuminate the
court, and shall not illuminate adjacent property.
J. Detached Garages. A detached garage used 1for the storage of vehicles, for
a workshop, or for storage space accessory to a residence is an accessory
structure and is subject to the following regulcltions:
1. Size. The detached garage, including any workshop or storage space
within the garage, shall not exceed 1,000 square feet per residence.
2. Height and Setbacks. The detached garage shall have a maximum
height of 15 feet. The detached garElge shall maintain the same
setbacks as the principal structure.
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8.46.060
A.
C.
K. Flag Poles. Flag poles are permitted in all zo,ning districts as an accessory
structure. Flag poles shall have a maximum hl!ight of 35 feet and shall be set
back a minimum 5 feet from any property line.
L. Agricultural Accessory Structures. Agricultural accessory structures,
including, but not limited to, stables, barns, I)ens, corrals, greenhouses, or
coops, are permitted in the Agricultural Zoninu District.
M. Commercial and Industrial Accessory Structures. The following regulations
apply to accessory structures in the Commercial and Industrial Zoning
Districts.
1. Accessory Structures. Carports, garages, shade structures, storage
buildings, recreational facilities (whh:h serve employees), transit
facilities, trash enclosures and all other structures which are
determined to be similar in nature by the Community Development
Director are considered to be accessory structures in the Commercial
and Industrial Zoning Districts.
2. Setbacks. Setbacks for accessory structures related to commercial
and industrial uses shall be determined per Site Development Review.
In no case shall accessory structures be located within 5 feet of a
property line when abutting a residential use.
Detached Accessory Structures. Detached ac.::essory structures are subject
to the following regulations in addition to the applicable regulations in this
Chapter.
Distance Between Structures. Detached accessory structures over 8 feet in
height shall be set back a minimum of five feet from the principal structure
and all other accessory structures on the lot (excluding swimming pools,
hot tubs and spas).
B.
Agricultural Accessory Structure Maximum Height. Detached accessory
structures in the Agriculture Zoning District shall have a maximum height of
15 feet except for barns which may be 2 stories if the upper story is
designated for the storage of hay and/or agricultural supplies only.
Heights and Setbacks. Heights and setbacks for detached accessory
structures (excluding second units, guesthouses, agricultural structures
and garages) are as follows:
1. Lots Less Than 5,000 Square Feet. The following requirements for
accessory structures apply to lots which are less than 5,000 square
feet in size.
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a e - . egu atlons or ots ess an 5, 00 >>Quare eet
.
Shade Structures, Enclosed Enclosed Swimming Pools,
Gazebos, Covered Structure Structure Less Spas and Hot
Patios and Greater than 8 than or equal to Tubs aAG
Unenclosed associated
Structures Feet in Height 8 Feeit in Height
Maximum 1 0 feet 1 0 feet :3 feet 8 feet
Heiaht
Not allowed except
Front Yard for entry features
Setback permitted by Not allowed Not allowed Not allowed
Section 8.46.030.F
and 050.8
Side Yard 3 feet 3 feet I) feet o feet
Setback
Street Side 3 feet 3 feet 3 feet o feet
Yard Setback
Rear Yard 3 feet 3 feet ) feet o feet
Setback
T bl 46 1 R I'
f L L
Th
o S
F
2. Lots Greater Than 5,000 Square Feet. The following requirements for
accessory structures apply to Lots which are greater than 5,000
square feet in size.
Table 46-2: Reaulations or Lots Greater Than 5,000 SQ uare Feet
Shade Structures, Enclosed EnGlosed Swimming Pools,
Gazebos, Covered Structure Structure Less Spas, Hot Tubs
and Associated
Patios and Greater than than or equal Equipment aAG
Unenclosed 8 Feet in to 8 Feet in
Structures Height H3ight associated
~~. .
Maximum 15 feet 15 feet 8 feet 8 feet
HeiQht
Not allowed
except for entry
Front Yard features permitted Not allowed Not allowed Not allowed
Setback by Section
8.46.030.F and
050.8
Side Yard 5 feet 5 feet o feet 3 feet*
Setback
Street Side 5 feet 5 feet 5 feet 3 feet*
Yard Setback
Rear Yard 5 feet 5 feet o feet 3 feet*
Setback
f
* Measured at waterline
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i. Signs. Signs arc rogulated by Chaptor 8.81, Sign Regukltions.
j. S'::imming pools/spas/hot tubs. Private s':limming pools, spas and hot tubs
are permitted as accossory structures to approved residential structures on
the same lot, subject to the follov:ing proviE;ioos;.
1. Gates. Each gate providing acces!: to the swimming pool, spa, hot
tub, or the entire sito through a fenoo shall be equipped with a self
closing, self kltching device designod to keep the gate securely
closed when not in actual use. The kltching device of the gate shall
be at least '1 foet above finish grade~
2. Doors. Where a garage forms part of tho pool enclosure, any door
from the garage to the pool enclosure shall be equipped with a self
closing, self latching device designed to keep the door securely
closed when not in actual use. The latching device of the door shall
be at least '1 feet abo'lo the floor.
3. Fencing. The swimming pool, spa, hot tub, or the entire site shall be
enclosed by a fence at least '18 inches high.
4. Maintenance required. The owner or the person in possession of
the premises shall maintain the gates, doors, and fencing in good
condition at all times.
k. Tennis and sport courts. Non commorcial outdoor tennis courts and courts
for other sorts (e.g., racquetball, etc.) accessory to a residence are
accessory structures subject to the following requirements:
1. Fencing. Shall be subject to the height limits of Chapter 8.72,
Landscaping and Fencing RegulatioA&
2. Lighting. Court lighting shall not exceed a maximum height of 20
f-oet. Such lighting shall be directed downward, shall only illuminate
the court, and shall not illuminate adjacent property.
G. Commercial and Industrial J\ccessory Structures permittod pursuant to Site Development
Review and as required by this Title.
1. Carports, garages, bicycle lockers, and off street parking areas and structures.
2. Shade structures.
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3. Detachod unonclosod storago buildings and polo buildings. Typically associatod
with the outdoor display of building materi3ls, nursery stock, or other materials
which nro typically dispbyod outdoors or under a solid canopy.
'1. Security gates. Including security gates and gate houses at project entrances.
5. Recreation facilities:
6. Transit facilities.
7. Trash onclosures and recycling facilitios.
H.' Prohibited accessory structures 'l.'ithin all Use Types.
8.46.070
8.46.080
A.
1.
Restrooms with bathing facilities in a detached garage, office, studio or workshop.
2.
Detached inhabitable accessory structure other than a Guesthouse or Second
YRit,.
Attached Accessory Structures. Attached accessory structures are subject
to the following regulations in addition to the applicable regulations in this
Chapter.
A.
Attached Structures. Attached accessory structures shall be structurally part
of the principal structure.
B.
Setbacks. Attached accessory structures shall conform to the setback and
lot coverage requirements of the principal structure on the lot.
Accessory Uses
Accessory Uses Encompassed by Primary Use. In 3ddition to the principal uses
expressly included in 3 permitted (or conditionall~{ permitted if approved pursuant
to a Conditional Use Permit) Use Type, e3ch Use Type shall be deemed to
include such accessory uses which are specifically identified by these Accessory
Structures and Uses Regul3tions; 3nd to include euch other accessory uses which
are necessarily and custom3rily 3ssoci3ted 'l.'ith, 3nd 3re appropriate, incidental,
and subordin3te to, such princip31 uses. It shall be the responsibility of the
Director of Community Development to determino if 3 proposed accessory use is
necessarily and custom3rily associ3ted with, 3nd is 3ppropriate, incidental, and
subordin3te to, the princip31 Use Type, based on the Director of Community
Development's eV31uation of the resemblance of the proposed accessory use to
those uses specifically identified as accessory to the principal Use Types 3nd the
relationship between the proposed accessory u:;;e and the principal Use Type.
Determinations by the Director of Community Development sh311 be subject to
appe31 pursuant to Chapter 8.136, Appeals, 3nd a record of 311 such
determinations shall be maintainod by the Director of Community Development. In
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addition to the principal uses expressly included in a permitted (or
conditionally permitted if approved pursuant to a Conditional Use Permit)
use type, each use type shall include accessory uses which are specifically
identified by these regulations which are necessarily and customarily
associated with, and are appropriate, incidental, and subordinate to, such
principal uses.
It shall be the responsibility of the Community Development Director to
determine if a proposed accessory use .is necessarily and customarily
associated with, and is appropriate, incidental, and subordinate to, the
principal use type, based on the resemblanc:e of the proposed accessory
use to those uses specifically identified as Hccessory to the principal use
types and the relationship between the prOIJOsed accessory use and the
principal use type. Determinations by the Community Development Director
shall be subject to appeal pursuant to ChaptElr 8.136, Appeals, and a record
of all such determinations shall be maintained by the Community
Development Director.
B. Accessory Uses Subject to Regulations. Accessory uses shall be regulated in the
same manner as the principal uses within each use type, except as otherwise
expressly provided by these regulations.
C. Requirements for Specific Accessory Uses that Apply City v.'ide. The follo'J.'ing
accessory uses are as described below.
1. Accessory storage of building materials and equipment. Building materials
and equipment being used for constnJction may be stored on the
construction site as long as a valid building permit is in effect for the
construction. Building materi3ls and equipment include stockpiles of
construction materials, tools, equipment, and building component assembly
operations.
2. VVireless Communications Facilities. Wireless Communications Facilities
are subject to the provisions of Chapter 8.92, '.^tireless Communications
Facilities Regulations.
3. FI3g poles. Flag poles are permitted uses in any zoning district.
C. Limitation of Accessory Uses Area. Except where specifically permitted by this
Chapter or another Chapter of the Zoning Ordinance, accessory uses shall be
limited to no more than 30 percent of the total floor area dedicated to the principal
use (i.e. one house or a tenant space).
D. Storage of Building Materials and Equipment During Construction. Building
materials and equipment being used for construction may be stored on the
construction site as long as a valid building permit is in effect for the
construction. Building materials and equipment include stockpiles of
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construction materials, tools, equipment, and building component assembly
operations.
E. Permitted Agricultural Accessory Uses.
1. Office. Office for the administration of an agriculture use type is an
accessory use in the Agricultural Zonin!~ District.
F. Permitted Residential Accessory Uses.
1. Garages. ^ Garage acoossol)' use oonE:ists of an attached or detached
accossory structure used for the storage (If vehiolos, for a workshop, or for
storage space. A detached accessory garage shall not occupy moro than
1,000 square f-oet per residence (includin~1 any workshop or storage space
within the garage) unless a larger are3 is authorized by the Zoning
Administrator by means of a Conditional Uso Permit. The floor area of an
accessory garage that is attached to a dwolling unit is not limited, except as
may be required by the Uniform Buildinq Code or any other applicable
construction or fire code. The combined maximum square footago of a
detached accessory garage, 'Norkshop, studio, or office shall not exceed
1,000 square foet unless a larger sizo is authorized by the Zoning
Administrator by means of a Conditional Use Permit. Garage/Yard Sales.
The temporary sale of used household or personal articles held on the
seller's own residential premises, also referred to as a garage sales or yard
sale or rummage sale, so long as such sales are limited to two days per
event and are not conducted on the same lot more than four times within a
calendar year.
2. Greenhouses. 1\ Greenhouse for the non commercial raising of
plants.
3. Guesthouses. /\ guesthouse may be esbblished as an accessory use on
the lot of a single family residence, as follo~
a. Limitation on use. ^ guesthouse shall comply with the follo....'ing
provisions:
1. For the purposes of this Chapter, prohibited kitchen facilities
include kitchen typo counters and!-or cabinets, kitchen sinks,
or any appliances for the pr€lparation or preservation of food,
including but not limited to, gas or electric ranges, ovens or
stovetops, microwave ovens, refrigerators with more than 5
cubic feet of capacity, or freeiffif&.-
2. A guesthouse shall not be allowed on any lot containing a
secondal)' dwelling established pursuant to Chapter 8.80,
Second Units.
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3. No more than ono guesthouse shall be established on :::my lot.
2. Home Occupations. Home occupations are subject to the provisions of
Chapter 8.64, Home Occupation Regulations.
3. Rental/ aM Sales Office. A rental/ aM sales office for the leasing aM or
sale of residential units located in the same apartment or condominium
complox residential development.
4. Repair and Maintenance of Automobiles or Other Vehicles Recreational
Vehicles. The repair and maintenance of automobiles or atAeF vehicles
recreational vehicles is permitted if work is being done on a vehicle
registered to the occupant of the premis'9s. Notwithstanding the above,
painting of motorized vehicles automobiles or recreational vehicles, or
the repair and maintenance of any tractor trucks or semi-trucks is prohibited
in any residential zoning district. No sound associated with the repair or
maintenance of automobiles shall be audible at the property line.
5. Rooming and Boarding. The rental of bedrooms within a single-family
dwelling to no more than four boarders is a permitted accessory use.
Rental of rooms to more than four boarders constitutes a Boarding House,
which allowed where conditionally p.~rmitted pursuant to Chapter
8.12, Zoning Districts and Permitted Uses of Land 't.'hich is included
within the definition of Multi Family Dwelling and is allowed in the R 1, R 2,
and R M zoning districts by the Zonirg Administrator pursuant to a
Conditional Use Permit..
G. Accessory Uses Prohibited in Residential and Agricultural Districts. No accessory
use involving any of the following shall be conducted within a front yard, the area
between the front yard and the residence, or a street side yard on a corner lot
(outside a fence or wall) in any agricultural or residential district:
1. Storage, Repair or Dismantling. The storage, repair or dismantling of
motorized vehicles automobiles, recreational vehicles, electrical
refrigerators, washers, dryers or other household appliances, or other items
determined to be substantially conformity similar to the above by the
Director of Community Development Director.
2. Storage or Display. The storage or display of equipment, appliances, tools,
materials or supplies unless as part of a garage/yard sale.
H. Permitted Commercial and Industrial Accessory Uses.
1. Automatic Teller Machine.
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2. Cafeteria, Delicatessen and Food Vending. Permitted if less than 1,000
square feet in area.
3. Plazas for Public Assembly.
1. Rocreational facilitios. Recreational fucilitios, whether indoors or outdoors,
for tho uso of omployees. Such fucilitim: include, but are not limited to:
basketball courts, ballfields, putting greens and volleyball courts.
5. Recycling collection centor. Facility for collection of recyclablo materials
generated on site.
4. Retail Sales. Retail sales incidental to wholesale sales in the Industrial
Zoning District where the retail sales space is 10% or less of the entire
sales space, except for the sale of whol13sale goods or where otherwise
permitted by Chapter 8.12.
5. Industrial Retail Sales. Retail sale of products produced by a permitted
industrial use on the premises or retail sales incidental to wholesale
sales in the Industrial Zoning District where the retail sales space is 10% or
less of the entire sales space.
6. Office in Industrial Districts. Office space shall be limited to a
maximum of 30 percent of the Gross Floor Area of the tenant space
excluding where permitted by a Conditil)nal Use Permit.
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