City of Culver City, California
Agenda Item Report
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the City Council adopt a proposed Ordinance approving Zoning
Code Amendments, ZCA P-2012006 and ZCA P-2012040. (Attachment No. 1).
BACKGROUND / DISCUSSION:
On February 22 2012 and February 13, 2013, respectively, the Planning
Commission adopted resolutions recommending to the City Council approval of
Zoning Code Amendment ZCA P-2012006, amending provisions of the Zoning Code
that address Measure 2L – emergency shelters and transitional and supportive
housing, and Zoning Code Amendment ZCA P-2012040, amending provisions of the
Zoning Code that address Measure 2K – Single Room Occupancy (SRO) Units and
Measure 2N - Reasonable Accommodation Procedures.
At the City Council meeting of July 22, 2013, the City Council unanimously
introduced the proposed ordinance. The proposed Ordinance is brought back
tonight for adoption by the City Council.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Proposed Ordinance, including Exhibit A - Proposed Text Changes ZCA P-
2012006 and Exhibit B - Proposed Text Changes ZCA P-2012040
Meeting Date: 08/12/13 Item Number: C-2
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM: Adoption of an Ordinance – Housing Element
Related Zoning Code Text Amendments: ZCA P-2012006 Affecting Emergency
Shelters, Transitional Housing, and Supportive Housing; and Zoning Code
Amendment, ZCA P-2012040 Affecting Single Room Occupancy Housing and
Reasonable Accommodations.
Contact Person/Dept.:
Thomas Gorham/CDD
Jose Mendivil, CDD
Phone Number:
310-253-5710
310-253-5757
Fiscal Impact: Yes [] No [X] General Fund: Yes [] No [X]
Public Hearing: [] Action Item: [] Attachments: [X]
Commission Action Required: Yes [X] No [] Date: 02/22/12 and 02/13/13
Public Notification: Meetings and Agendas – City Council (08/06/13).
Department Approval:
Sol Blumenfeld: (07/23/13)
City Attorney Approval:
Carol Schwab (by H. Baker) (07/23/13)
Chief Financial Officer Approval:
Jeff Muir (08/06/13)
City Manager Approval:
John M. Nachbar (08/06/13) City of Culver City, California
Agenda Item Report
MOTION:
That the City Council:
Adopt the proposed ordinance approving Zoning Code Amendments, ZCA P-
2012006 and ZCA P-2012040.
MEETING DATE: 08.12.13
AGENDA ITEM: Adoption of an Ordinance – Housing Element Related
Zoning Code Text Amendments: ZCA P-2012006 Affecting
Emergency Shelters, Transitional Housing, and Supportive
Housing; and Zoning Code Amendment, ZCA P-2012040
Affecting Single Room Occupancy Housing and Reasonable
Accommodations.
ATTACHMENTS
Pages
1. Proposed Ordinance, including Exhibit A - Proposed Text
Changes ZCA P-2012006 and Exhibit B - Proposed Text
Changes ZCA P-2012040 1 - 33
Exhibit A
Zoning Code Amendment ZCA P-2012006
P Permitted Use
CUP Conditional Use Permit Required
AUP Administrative Use Permit Required
- Use not allowed
R1 R2 R3 RLD RMD RHD
Public recreational and cultural facilities P P P P P P
Private residential recreational facilities - - - P P P
Religious places of worship CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Public Schools - Kindergarten to 12th grade (2) P P P P P P
Private Schools - Kindergarten to 12th grade (2) CUP(3) CUP(3) CUP(3) CUP CUP CUP
RE SIDE NTIAL
Accessory dwelling units AUP AUP AUP - - - 17.400.095
Accessory residential structures and uses P P P P P P 17.400.100
Duplex - P P P P P
Home occupations P P P P P P 17.400.055
Multiple-family dwellings - - - P P P 17.400.105
Residential care facility, 6 or fewer clients P P P P P P
Residential care facility, 7 or more clients CUP(4) CUP(4) CUP(4) CUP CUP CUP
Senior citizen congregate care housing - - - CUP CUP CUP
Single-family dwellings P P P P P P
Supportive Housing, 6 or fewer residents (6) P P P P P P
Supportive Housing, 7 or more residents CUP(4) CUP(4) CUP(4) CUP CUP CUP
Transitional Housing (6) P P P P P P
Triplex - - P P P P
SE RVICE
Adult day care facilities CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Child day care centers - - - CUP CUP CUP 17.400.035
Child day care, Large family day care homes AUP AUP AUP AUP AUP AUP 17.400.035
Child day care, Small family day care homes P P P P P P 17.400.035
Public utility or safety facilities CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
TRANSPORTATION & COMMUNICATIONS
Pipelines and utility lines (underground) P P P P P P
Telecommunications facilities, cellular (5) CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP 17.400.110
Telecommunications facilities, dish antennas 17.400.110
Notes:
(1) See Article 7 for definitions of the land uses listed.
(2) Use only allowed on a site designated for such use by the General Plan.
(3) Use only allowed on a site declared surplus by the Culver City Unified School District.
(4) Use only allowed on a site of 5 acres or more.
(5) Use only allowed on a site owned and controlled by the City or other governmental agency.
(6) Use is subject to only those restrictions that apply to other residential uses of the same type in the same zone.
See Section 17.400.110 for permit requirements
RE CRE ATION, E DUCATION, & PUBLIC ASSE MBLY
See Specific Use
Regulations:
TABLE 2-2
Allowed Uses and Permit Requirements
for Residential Zoning Districts
LAND USE (1)
PE RMIT RE QUIRE ME NT BY DISTRICT
7Exhibit A
Zoning Code Amendment ZCA P-2012006
P
CUP
AUP
-
CN CG CC CD CRR CRB
INDUSTRY, MANUFACTURING & PROCE SSING
Cosmetic product manufacturing - - - - - P
Electronics and equipment manufacturing - - - - - P
Fabric products manufacturing - - - - - P
Handcraft industries - - - - - P
Media production - Indoor support facilities - P - - - P
Media production - Soundstages - - - - - P
Printing and publishing - P P - P P
Recycling facility - Incidental small collection - P P - - P 17.400.090
Recycling facility - Small collection - AUP AUP - - AUP 17.400.090
Research and development (R&D) - - - - - P
Warehousing and distribution facilities - - - - - P(2)
RE CRE ATION, E DUCATION & PUBLIC ASSE MBLY
Arcade - AUP AUP P(3) AUP -
Clubs, lodges, and private meeting halls - P P P(4) - P
Health/fitness facilities - P P P(4) P P
Indoor amusement/entertainment facilities - P P P P -
Outdoor commercial recreation - CUP CUP - CUP CUP
Public recreational and cultural facilities P P P P P P
Public Schools P P P P P P
Private Schools (5) CUP CUP CUP CUP - CUP
Religious places of worship CUP P P - - P
Studios - Art, dance, music, photography, etc. P P P P P P
Theaters P P P P P P
RE SIDE NTIAL
Emergency shelters CUP CUP CUP - - -
Home occupations P P P P - - 17.400.055
Live/work units P P P P - - 17.400.060
Mixed use projects P P P P - - 17.400.065
Residential care facilities, 6 or fewer clients P P P P - -
Residential care facilities, 7 or more clients CUP CUP CUP - - -
Senior citizen congregate care housing CUP CUP CUP - - -
Supportive Housing, 6 or fewer residents (7)(8) P P P P - -
Supportive Housing, 7 or more residents (8) CUP CUP CUP CUP - -
Transitional Housing (7)(8) P P P P - -
RE TAIL TRADE
Accessory food service P P P P P P
Accessory retail uses P P P P P P
Adult businesses (6) - P P - - -
Artisan shops P P P P P P
Notes:
(1) See Article 7 for definitions of the land uses listed.
(2) 10,000 sf maximum floor area.
(3) Up to 10 amusement devices are allowed in conjuction with a multiplex movie theater subject to Section 17.230.030
(4) Subject to ground floor restrictions; see Section 17.220.035 (CD District Requirements).
(5) AUP required for schools up to 1,500 square feet in area.
(6) Use only allowed subject to approval of an Adult Use Development Permit (See CCMC Chapter 11.13).
(7) Use is subject to only those restrictions that apply to other residential uses of the same type in the same zone.
(8) Use only allowed as part of a mixed use project
TABLE 2-5
Allowed Uses and Permit Requirements
for Commercial Zoning Districts
Permitted Use
Conditional Use Permit required
Administrative Use Permit Required
Use not allowed
LAND USE (1)
PE RMIT RE QUIRE ME NT BY DISTRICT See Specific Use
Regulations:
8Exhibit A
Zoning Code Amendment ZCA P-2012006
P
CUP
AUP
-
CN CG CC CD CRR CRB
RE TAIL TRADE (cont.)
Auto and vehicle sales/rental (2) - P P - AUP -
Auto parts sales, retail P P P - P P
Bars, night clubs (3) - CUP CUP CUP CUP CUP
Building material stores - P P - P -
Convenience stores (3) P P P - P P
Firearms sales - CUP CUP - CUP CUP
General retail stores (3) P P P P P P
Internet Cafe AUP P P P P P
Mobile home and RV sales - CUP - - - CUP
Outdoor retail sales and display (4) AUP AUP AUP AUP AUP AUP 17.400.075
Pawnshops - CUP - - - - 17.400.085
Pet Shop P P P P P(5) P
Plant nurseries, retail P P P P P P 17.400.080
Restaurants, counter service (3) AUP P P P P P
Restaurants, table service (3) P P P P P P
Restaurants, outdoor dining (3) AUP AUP AUP AUP AUP AUP 17.400.070
Second hand stores P P - - - -
Shopping center P P P - P -
Warehouse retail stores - - - - CUP -
SE RVICE
Adult day care facilities CUP CUP CUP - - CUP
Automated teller machines (ATMs) P P P P P P 17.400.025
Banks and financial services P P P P P P
Business and consumer support services P P P P(6) P P
Catering services P P P P(6) P P
Check cashing businesses - CUP CUP - CUP CUP 17.400.030
Child day care centers CUP CUP CUP CUP - CUP
Child day care, Large family day care homes AUP AUP - - - - 17.400.035
Child day care, Small family day care homes P P - - - -
Notes:
(1) See Article 7 for definitions of the land uses listed.
(2) Auto sales establishments selling used vehicles exclusively are subject to approval of a Conditional Use
Permit (see Chapter 17.530).
(3) For permit requirements related to the sale of Alcoholic Beverages see Section 17.400.015
(4) Ancillary to a primary retail use.
(5) Only one pet shop shall be permitted within any one shopping center. The tenant space shall be located so as to
share no more than one common wall with any other tenant.
(6) Subject to ground floor restrictions; see Section 17.220.035 (CD District Requirements)
Continues on next page.
TABLE 2-5
Allowed Uses and Permit Requirements
for Commercial Zoning Districts
Permitted Use
Conditional Use Permit required
Administrative Use Permit Required
Use not allowed
LAND USE (1)
PE RMIT RE QUIRE ME NT BY DISTRICT See Specific Use
Regulations:
9Exhibit A
Zoning Code Amendment ZCA P-2012006
P
CUP
AUP
-
CN CG CC CD CRR CRB
SE RVICE (cont.)
Construction contractors, no outdoor storage P P P - - P
Drive-thru facilities or services - CUP CUP - CUP CUP 17.400.045
Emergency shelters CUP CUP CUP - - - 17.400.046
Hotels and motels P P P P(2) P P
Medical services - Office/Clinics P P P P(2) P P
Medical services - Labs - P P P(2) P P
Medical services - Hospitals - P P P - P
Mortuaries - P P - P
Offices P P P P(2) P P
Personal services P P P P(2) P P
Pet day care - AUP AUP - AUP(3) AUP 17.400.020
Public safety facilities P P P P(2) P P
Public utility facilities CUP CUP CUP - CUP CUP
Storage, Outdoor AUP AUP AUP - AUP AUP 17.400.080
Vehicle services - Accessories installation - P - - P P 17.400.125
Vehicle services - Car washes CUP CUP CUP - CUP CUP
Vehicle services - Fueling stations CUP P P - P P 17.400.120
Vehicle services - Fueling, incidental repair, CUP CUP CUP - CUP CUP 17.400.125
Vehicle services - Maintenance/repair - CUP CUP - - CUP 17.400.125
Vehicle services - Towing, no storage - P P - - P 17.400.125
Veterinary clinics and animal hospitals - AUP AUP - AUP(3) AUP 17.400.020
TRANSPORTATION & COMMUNICATIONS
Broadcast studios - P P P - P
Parking facilities P P P P P P
Pipelines and utility lines (underground) P P P P P P
Telecommunications facilities, cellular AUP AUP AUP AUP AUP AUP 17.400.110
Telecommunications facilities, dish antennas 17.400.110
Notes:
(1) See Article 7 for definitions of the land uses listed.
(2) Subject to ground floor restrictions; see Section 17.220.035 (CD District Requirements).
(3) Ancillary to a pet shop only.
See Section 17.400.110 for permit requirements
TABLE 2-5
Allowed Uses and Permit Requirements
for Commercial Zoning Districts
Permitted Use
Conditional Use Permit required
Administrative Use Permit Required
Use not allowed
LAND USE (1)
PE RMIT RE QUIRE ME NT BY DISTRICT See Specific Use
Regulations:
10Exhibit A
Zoning Code Amendment ZCA P-2012006
P
CUP
AUP
-
IL IG
INDUSTRY, MANUFACTURING & PROCE SSING
Chemical product manufacturing - P
Concrete, gypsum, and plaster products - P
Electronics and equipment manufacturing P P
Fabric products manufacturing P P
Food and beverage manufacturing - P
Furniture/fixtures manufacturing P P
Glass, metal and plastics product manufacturing - P
Handcraft industries P P
Laundries and dry cleaning plants - P
Lumber and wood product manufacturing - P
Machinery manufacturing - P
Media production - Backlots/outdoor facilities - P
Media production - Indoor support facilities P P
Media production - Soundstages P P
Metal products fabrication, machine/welding shops - P
Motor vehicle/transportation equipment manufacturing - P
Paper product manufacturing - P
Paving and roofing material manufacturing - P
Printing and publishing P P
Recycling facility - Processing - P 17.400.090
Recycling facility - Large collection - P 17.400.090
Recycling facility - Small collection AUP P 17.400.090
Recycling facility - Incidental small collection P P 17.400.090
Research and development (R&D) P P
Small-scale product manufacturing P P
Stone and cut stone product manufacturing - P
Stone, clay and pottery product manufacturing - P
Warehousing and distribution facilities P P
Wholesaling and distribution facilities P P
RE CRE ATION, E DUCATION , PUBLIC ASSE MBLY
Arcade P P
Health/fitness facilities P P
Indoor amusement/entertainment facilities CUP CUP
Outdoor Commercial Recreation CUP CUP
Private Schools CUP -
Public recreational and cultural facilities CUP CUP
Public Schools P P
Studios - Art, dance, music, photography, etc. P P
Theaters P P
RE SIDE NTIAL
Caretaker and employee housing CUP CUP
Notes: (1) See Article 7 for definitions of the land uses listed.
Continues on next page.
TABLE 2-8
Allowed Uses and Permit Requirements
for Industrial and Special Purpose Zoning Districts
LAND USE (1)
PERMIT REQUIREMENTS BY DISTRICT
See specific use
regulations
Permitted Use
Conditional Use Permit Required
Administrative Use Permit Required
Use not allowed
11Exhibit A
Zoning Code Amendment ZCA P-2012006
P
CUP
AUP
-
IL IG
RE TAIL TRADE
Accessory retail uses P P
Adult entertainment businesses P(2) P(2)
Artisan Shops P P
Auto and vehicle sales/rental CUP CUP
Building material stores P P
Construction equipment sales P P
Convenience stores (3) P P
General retail stores (3) P P
Mobile home and RV sales CUP CUP
Outdoor retail sales and display AUP AUP 17.400.075
Plant nurseries P P
Restaurants, counter service (3) P P
Restaurants, table service (3) P P
Warehouse retail stores P P
SE RVICE
Animal boarding and kennels P(4) P 17.400.020
Business and consumer support services P P
Catering Services P P
Child day care centers (4) CUP CUP
Contractor's storage yard P(5) P
Drive-thru facilities or services CUP CUP 17.400.045
Emergency shelters - P(7) 17.400.046
Offices P P
Public safety facilities P P
Public utility facilities P P
Storage facilities, personal storage CUP (6) CUP (6)
Storage, outdoor P P 17.400.080
Vehicle services-Accessories installation P P 17.400.125
Vehicle services-Fueling stations P P 17.400.120
Vehicle services-Fueling, incidental repair CUP CUP 17.400.125
Vehicle services-Impounding/storage CUP CUP 17.400.125
Vehicle services-Maintenance/repair CUP CUP 17.400.125
Vehicle services-Paint/body P (5) P (5) 17.400.125
Vehicle services-Towing, no storage P P 17.400.125
Veterinary clinics and animal hospitals P P 17.400.020
TRANSPORTATION & COMMUNICATIONS
Broadcast studios P P
Heliports CUP CUP
Parking facilites P P 17.320.
Pipelines and utility lines P P
Telecommunications facilities, cellular AUP AUP 17.400.110
Telecommunications facilities, dish antenna
Notes: (1) See Article 7 for definitions of land uses listed.
(2) Use only allowed subject to approval of an Adult Use Development Permit (see CCMC Chapter 11.13).
(3) For permit requirements related to the sale of Alcoholic Beverages see Section 17.400.015
(4) Ancillary to a primary use only.
(5) Use only allowed indoors.
(6) Modifications and/or expansion of existing facilities only
(7) Use only allowed in portions of the IG Zone identified in Section 17.400.046, Map 4.05
TABLE 2-8
Allowed Uses and Permit Requirements
for Industrial and Special Purpose Zoning Districts
LAND USE (1)
PERMIT REQUIREMENTS BY DISTRICT
See specific use
regulations
Permitted Use
Conditional Use Permit Required
Administrative Use Permit Required
Use not allowed
See Section 17.400.110 for permit requirements
12Exhibit A
Zoning Code Amendment ZCA P-2012006
TABLE 2-11
Allowed Uses and Permit Requirements
for the East Washington Boulevard Overlay (-EW)
P
CUP
AUP
-
Permitted Use
Conditional Use Permit required
Administrative Use Permit Required
Use not allowed
LAND USE (1)
Permit See Specific
Requirement Use Regulations:
INDUSTRY, MANUFACTURING, & PROCESSING
Fabric products manufacturing, 5,000 sq.ft. or less AUP
Fabric products manufacturing, 5,001 to 10,000 sq.ft. CUP
Food and beverage manufacturing, 5,000 sq.ft. or less (2) AUP
Food and beverage manufacturing, 5,001 to 10,000 sq.ft (2) CUP
Furniture/fixtures manufacturing, 5,000 sq.ft. or less (3) AUP
Furniture/fixtures manufacturing, 5,001 to 10,000 sq.ft. (3) CUP
Handcraft industries, 5,000 sq.ft. or less (3) AUP
Printing and publishing, 10 employees maximum P
Recycling facility - Incidental small collection AUP 17.400.090
Recycling facility - Large collection (4) CUP 17.400.090
Recycling facility - Small collection CUP 17.400.090
Second hand stores AUP
RECREATION, EDUCATION, & PUBLIC ASSEMBLY
Clubs, lodges, and private meeting halls AUP
Health/fitness facilities P
Indoor amusement/entertainment facilities AUP
Religious places of worship P
Private Schools (5) CUP
Public Schools P
Studios – Art, dance, music, photography, etc. P
Theaters P
RESIDENTIAL
Live/work units CUP 17.400.060
RETAIL TRADE
Auto and vehicle sales/rental (6)(7) P
Auto parts sales, retail P
Convenience stores (8) P
General retail stores (8) P
Internet café P
Notes:
(1) See Article 7 for definitions of the land uses listed.
(2) Includes packaging, processing, and wholesaling.
(3) Includes assembly, restoration, and wholesaling.
(4) Use only allowed on a site located a minimum of 300 ft from any residential zone.
(5) AUP required for schools up to 1,500 sq.ft. in area.
(6) All business activities with no outdoor display, storage or repair areas permitted shall be conducted wholly within completely
enclosed buildings.
(7) Used vehicles sales and service shall only be allowed incidental to new vehicle sales.
(8) For permit requirements related to the sale of Alcoholic Beverages, see Section 17.400.015.
Table continues on next page
13Exhibit A
Zoning Code Amendment ZCA P-2012006
P
CUP
AUP
-
See Specific
Use Regulations:
RE TAIL TRADE (continued)
Outdoor retail sales and display 17.400.075
Pet shops
Plant nurseries, retail
Restaurants, counter service (2)
Restaurants, outdoor dining (2)
Restaurants, table service (2)
Second hand stores
SE RVICE
Adult day care facilities
Automated teller machines (ATMs) 17.400.025
Banks and financial services
Business and consumer support services
Child day care centers 17.400.035
Emergency shelters 17.400.046
Hotels and motels
Medical services - Office/clinics (4)
Medical services - Labs (4)
Medical services - Hospitals
Mortuaries
Offices
Personal services, except psychic readers
Vehicle services - Fueling station 17.400.120
Vehicle services - Fueling, incidental repair 17.400.120
Vehicle services - Impounding/storage 17.400.125
Vehicle services - Maintenance/repair (5) 17.400.125
Veterinary clinics and animal hospitals (6) 17.400.020
TRANSPORTATION & COMMUNICATIONS
Broadcast studios
Parking facilities
Pipelines and utility lines
Telecommunications facilities, cellular 17.400.110
Telecommunications facilities, wireless antenna See Section 17.400.110 for permit requirements
Notes:
(1) See Article 7 for definitions of the land uses listed
(2) For permit requirements related to the sale of Alcoholic Beverages see Section 17.400.015
(3) If counter service restaurant is stand-alone, then a CUP is required.
(4) Excluding animal experimentation.
(5) Use only allowed indoors.
(6) Use only allowed on a site located a minimum of 200 feet from any residential zone.
(7) Use only allowed in portions of the -EW Zone identified in Section 17.400.046, Map 4.05
AUP
CUP
P
P
P
AUP
P
AUP
P
CUP
CUP
P
AUP
CUP
P
P
CUP
P
P(7)
P
P
P
CUP
P
P
P
P
P(3)
TABLE 2-11
Allowed Uses and Permit Requirements
for the E ast Washington Boulevard Overlay (-E W)
Permitted Use
Conditional Use Permit required
Administrative Use Permit Required
Use not allowed
LAND USE (1)
Permit
Requirement
AUP
14EXHIBIT A
ZONING CODE AMENDMENT ZCA P-2012006
H. Table 3-3. Parking Requirements by Land Use.
1. Residential uses.
Table 3-3A
Land Use Type:
Residential
Vehicle Spaces Required
Accessory dwelling units
1 uncovered space in addition to that required for the
primary dwelling unit(s).
Mobile home parks
1 space in conjunction with each mobile home site, plus 1
space for each 2 mobile home sites for guest parking located
as approved by the City.
Live / Work unit
Up to 900 sf - 2 spaces.
Greater than 900 up to 1500 sf - 3 spaces.
Greater than 1500 sf – 4 spaces.
Multi-family dwellings and residential component of
Mixed-use development, includes supportive housing
and transitional housing units (1)
Studio and 1 bedroom, less than 900 sf - 1 space.
Studio and 1 bedroom, greater than 900 sf - 2 spaces.
2-3 bedroom units - 2 spaces.
4 bedroom units - 3 spaces.
1 space for every additional bedroom greater than 4.
Guest parking - 1 space for every 4 residential units.
Residential Care Facilities 1 space for each 3 patient beds.
Senior citizen congregate care housing
1 space per each 2 residential units, plus one space for each 4
units for guests and employees.
Senior housing
1 space per unit, plus one guest parking space for each 10
units.
Single family, duplex and triplex units, includes
supportive housing and transitional housing units (1)
2 spaces per dwelling unit.
Notes:
(1) See Section 17.320.035.M.(Special Requirements for Residential Uses)
15EXHIBIT A
ZONING CODE AMENDMENT ZCA P-2012006
2. Commercial uses.
Table 3-3B
Land Use Type:
Commercial Uses (1)
Vehicle Spaces Required
Accessory Food Service Same as primary use.
Accessory Retail Use Same as primary use.
Animal boarding and kennels
1 space per 350 sf. of indoor use area; plus 1 space for 1000 sf
of outdoor use area.
Auto and Vehicle Sales
1 space per 350 sf of indoor use area; plus 1 space for 1000 sf
of outdoor use area.
Banks and financial services 1 space per 250 sf.
Bars and nightclubs
1 space per 100 sf, plus one space for every 30 sf of dance
floor.
Convenience stores
1 space per 225 sf, with a minimum of 8 spaces.
Day care facilities
Child or Adult Day Care Centers 1 space per 300 sf of floor area.
Large family day care home 1 space per employee, in addition to required residential spaces.
Small family day care home
As required for the single-family dwelling (see parking
requirement for residential uses).
Emergency shelters 1 space for each 3 beds.
Hotels and Motels
1 space for each guest room; plus 1 space for each 20 guest
rooms; plus retail, restaurant and conference uses calculated at
1 space per 100 sf.
Medical services
Hospitals
1 space for each 1.5 patient beds, plus required spaces for
accessory uses as determined by the Director.
Medical/dental offices, clinics and labs 1 space per 350 sf.
Offices, administrative, corporate, professional 1 space per 350 sf.
Plant Nurseries
1 space per 350 sf of indoor use area; plus 1 space for 1000 sf
of outdoor use area.
Restaurants
General (Table Service)
1,500 sf or less.
1 space per 350 sf. with a minimum of 3 spaces.
Greater than 1,500 sf. 1 space per 100 sf.
Takeout (Counter Service), with customer
tables
1 space per 75 sf, with a minimum of 8 spaces.
Takeout (Counter Service - 750 sf or less),
no tables
1 space per 250 sf, with a minimum of 3 spaces.
Located in shopping centers:
Less than 25% of floor area of
center for all restaurants.
Parking requirement covered under the general requirement for
shopping center.
25% or greater of floor area of
center for all restaurants.
Portion of restaurant(s) exceeding 25% of shopping center’s
floor area shall use the same parking requirement for general
restaurants, above.
16EXHIBIT A
ZONING CODE AMENDMENT ZCA P-2012006
Land Use Type:
Commercial Uses (1)
Vehicle Spaces Required
Outdoor dining:
No parking required for first 250 sf of outdoor dining area.
Any outdoor dining area exceeding 250 sf shall be included as
restaurant floor area in determining the parking requirement.
Retail and service uses, general 1 space per 350 sf.
Shopping centers – general (2)(3)
Less than 5 acres in net parcel area 1 space per 250 sf (Also see restaurant requirements).
5 acres and greater of net parcel area 1 space per 200 sf (Also see restaurant requirements).
Storage, personal storage facilities
1 space per 50 storage units or 5,000 sf of storage area,
whichever is greater. Plus 2 additional spaces for the
manager’s office, with a minimum of 5 spaces per facility.
Vehicle Services
Carwash – self service 2 spaces for each washing stall.
Carwash – full service
10 spaces; plus 10 space queuing area for drying of vehicles;
plus queuing area for 3 vehicles ahead of each wash lane.
Carwash – automated, accessory to fueling
station
4 spaces plus queuing area for 3 vehicles ahead of the wash
lane (in addition to the parking required for fueling station).
Fueling stations
1 space per 225 sf (includes convenience store) with a
minimum of 3 spaces. For parking required above the
minimum of 3, half of the parking provided at pump islands
may be credited towards meeting parking requirements.
Maintenance, repair, installation, and detailing
3 spaces per service bay (work station), plus 1 space for each
350 sf of additional retail sales and service.
Veterinary clinics 1 space per 350 sf.
Notes:
(1) Parking for certain uses within the CD Zone are subject to the requirements of Subsection 17.220.035.C.
(2) Parking requirements for bars, nightclubs, health/fitness facilities and theaters shall be calculated separately in all
cases.
(3) A multi-tenant regional shopping center of 600,000 sf floor area or more with one or more traditional department
stores, excluding those common areas as described in Subsection 17.320.020.C. of this Chapter, may provide a
parking ratio as recommended in a parking demand study approved by the City; provided, that the parking demand
study (i) is prepared, at the sole cost and expense of the applicant, by an independent traffic engineer licensed by
the State of California who is reasonably approved by the Director prior to the commencement of that study, and
(ii) presents reasonable justification for modification to the parking ratio(s) otherwise required under Table 3-3
(Parking Requirements by Land Use) of this Chapter. If, as reasonably determined by the Director, the parking
demand study supports requiring a parking ratio greater than that otherwise required in this Title, then the higher
parking ratio shall apply.
17Exhibit A
Zoning Code Amendment ZCA P-2012006
Chapter 17.400 - Standards for Specific Land Uses ................................................................ 4-1
17.400.005 - Purpose ......................................................................................................... 4-2
17.400.010 - Applicability ................................................................................................. 4-2
17.400.015 - Alcoholic Beverage Sales ............................................................................. 4-2
17.400.020 - Animal Boarding, Pet Day Care, Veterinary Clinics and Animal Hospitals 4-3
17.400.025 - Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs) .......................................................... 4-4
17.400.030 - Check Cashing Businesses ........................................................................... 4-6
17.400.035 - Child Day Care Facilities............................................................................ 4-6
17.400.040 - Condominium Conversions ........................................................................ 4-8
17.400.045 - Drive-In and Drive-Through Facilities ....................................................... 4-11
17.400.046 - Emergency Shelters……………………………………………………….4-12
17.400.050 - Firearms Sales............................................................................................. 4-12
17.400.055 - Home Occupations ..................................................................................... 4-12
17.400.060 - Live/Work Development Standards ........................................................... 4-15
17.400.065 - Mixed Use Development Standards ........................................................... 4-20
17.400.070 - Outdoor Dining ........................................................................................... 4-32
17.400.075 - Outdoor Retail Sales and Displays ............................................................. 4-35
17.400.080 - Outdoor Storage ........................................................................................ 4-35
17.400.085 - Pawnshops ................................................................................................ 4-36
17.400.090 - Recycling Facilities .................................................................................. 4-37
17.400.095 - Residential Uses - Accessory Dwelling Units .......................................... 4-42
17.400.100 - Residential Uses - Accessory Residential Structures ................................. 4-43
17.400.105 - Residential Uses - Multiple-Family Residential Standards ....................... 4-44
17.400.110 - Telecommunications Facilities ................................................................... 4-46
17.400.115 - Temporary Storage Containers ................................................................... 4-54
17.400.120 - Vehicle Fueling Stations ............................................................................. 4-54
17.400.125 - Vehicle Repair Shops ................................................................................. 4-56
18Exhibit A
Zoning Code Amendment ZCA P-2012006
17.400.046 - Emergency Shelters
This Section provides location, development, and operating standards for emergency shelters in
compliance with Article 2 (Zoning Districts, Allowable Land Uses and Zone-Specific Development
Standards):
A. Location and Permit Requirements. Emergency shelters located within the area identified in Map
4.05 shall be permitted after approval of a Zoning Clearance in compliance with Chapter 17.510
(Zoning Clearances). Emergency Shelters located in the CN (Commercial Neighborhood), CG
(Commercial General) and CC (Commercial Community) zoning districts shall be shall be
permitted subject to approval of a Conditional Use Permit in compliance with Chapter 17.530
(Administrative Use Permits and Conditional Use Permits).
B. Lot Size. Emergency shelters located within the area identified in Map 4.05 shall be limited to lots
that have a minimum lot area of ¼ acre (10,890 square feet) and a maximum lot area of ¾ acre
(32,670 square feet).
C. Number of Beds. Emergency shelters located within the area identified in Map 4.05 shall have no
more than 30 beds. Maximum number of beds for emergency shelters located outside of the area
identified in Map 4.05 shall be established as part of the Conditional Use Permit.
D. Length of Stay. Emergency shelters shall be available to residents for no more than 180 days in any
12 month period.
E. Hours of Operation. Emergency shelters shall establish and maintain set hours for the client
intake/discharge, which shall be prominently posted on-site.
F. Proximity to Other Emergency Shelters. An emergency shelter shall not be located within 300
feet of another Emergency Shelter.
G. On-Site Waiting and Client Intake Area. All on-site waiting and client intake areas shall be
located indoors and shall have a minimum area of 100 square feet.
H. Lighting. Adequate external lighting shall be provided for security purposes as determined by the
Director. Exterior lighting shall comply with the requirements of Section 17.300.040 (Outdoor
Lighting).
I. Laundry Facilities. On-site laundry facilities or services adequate for the number of residents shall
be provided.
J. Personal Property. Secured areas for personal property shall be provided.
K. Common Facilities. The development may provide one or more of the following specific common
facilities for the exclusive use of the residents and staff:
1. Kitchen and dining room(s).
2. Recreation room.
3. Counseling center.
4. Child care facilities.
5. Other support services as necessary.
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L. Outdoor Activity. Outdoor activities may only be conducted between the hours of 8 AM and 10
PM.
M. Refuse. A refuse storage area, completely enclosed with a masonry wall not less than 5 feet high
with a solid gated opening, and large enough to accommodate standard sized commercial trash bins
shall be provided.
N. Emergency Shelter Provider. All Emergency shelters shall comply with the following
requirements:
1. Shelters providing services to two or more population groups (e.g., men, women, and families
with children, etc.) shall provide segregated sleeping areas for each separate population group.
2. At-least one facility manager shall be on-site at all hours the facility is open. Additional staff
shall be provided, as necessary, to ensure that at least one staff member is provided in all
segregated sleeping areas, as appropriate.
3. Staff and services shall be provided to assist residents in obtaining permanent shelter.
4. The provider shall submit to the Planning Division for review and approval as part of the Zoning
Clearance or Conditional Use Permit process a written operational plan including, as applicable,
provisions for staff training, neighborhood outreach, security, screening of residents to insure
compatibility with services provided, noise and loitering control, and for training, counseling, and
treatment programs for residents.
20Exhibit A
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21Exhibit A
Zoning Code Amendment ZCA P-2012006
17.700.010 Definitions
Definitions, “E”.
Emergency Shelter. Facilities providing temporary shelter with minimal supportive services for
homeless persons that are limited to occupancy of 180 days or less by a homeless person, persons,
household, or family for the emergency or temporary shelter and feeding of indigents or disaster
victims, operated by a public or non-profit agency. These accommodations may include temporary
lodging, meals, laundry facilities, bathing, counseling, and other basic support services.
Definitions, “R”.
Residential Care Facility. Facilities providing 24 hour residential, assisted living, social and
personal care for children, the elderly, and people with limited ability for self-care. Varying levels of
care and supervision are provided. Residential care facilities may include basic services and
community space. Includes: board and care homes; children’s homes; transitional houses;
orphanages; rehabilitation centers; convalescent homes, nursing home and similar facilities. Excludes
Emergency Shelters, Transitional Housing, Supportive Housing, and facilities for persons requiring
surgical or other primary medical treatment.
Definitions, “S”.
Supportive Housing. Housing with no limit on length of stay, that is occupied by the target
population and that is linked to on-site or off-site services that assist the supportive housing resident in
retaining the housing, improving his or her health status, and maximizing his or her ability to live and
when possible, work in the community. Supportive Housing with 6 or fewer residents per unit shall
be considered a residential use of the same type as other residential uses of the same type in the same
zone.
Definitions, “T”.
Target Population. Adults with low-income having one or more disabilities, including mental
illness, HIV or AIDS, substance abuse, or other chronic health conditions, or individuals eligible for
services provided under the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act and may, among
other populations, include families with children, elderly persons, young adults aging out of the foster
care system, individuals exiting from institutional settings, veterans, or homeless people.
Transitional Housing. Temporary housing for at least six (6) months for a homeless individual or
family transitioning to permanent housing. Housing can take several forms including group housing
or multi-family units, and may include supportive services to allow for necessary life skills in support
of independent living. Transitional housing shall be considered a residential use of the same type as
other residential uses of the same type in the same zone.
22Exhibit B
Zoning Code Amendment ZCA P-2012040
P
CUP
AUP
-
CN CG CC CD CRR CRB
INDUSTRY, MANUFACTURING & PROCESSING
Cosmetic product manufacturing - - - - - P
Electronics and equipment manufacturing - - - - - P
Fabric products manufacturing - - - - - P
Handcraft industries - - - - - P
Media production - Indoor support facilities - P - - - P
Media production - Soundstages - - - - - P
Printing and publishing - P P - P P
Recycling facility - Incidental small collection - P P - - P 17.400.090
Recycling facility - Small collection - AUP AUP - - AUP 17.400.090
Research and development (R&D) - - - - - P
Warehousing and distribution facilities - - - - - P(2)
RECREATION, EDUCATION & PUBLIC ASSEMBLY
Arcade - AUP AUP P(3) AUP -
Clubs, lodges, and private meeting halls - P P P(4) - P
Health/fitness facilities - P P P(4) P P
Indoor amusement/entertainment facilities - P P P P -
Outdoor commercial recreation - CUP CUP - CUP CUP
Public recreational and cultural facilities P P P P P P
Public Schools P P P P P P
Private Schools (5) CUP CUP CUP CUP - CUP
Religious places of worship CUP P P - - P
Studios - Art, dance, music, photography, etc. P P P P P P
Theaters P P P P P P
RESIDENTIAL
Home occupations P P P P - - 17.400.055
Live/work units P P P P - - 17.400.060
Mixed use projects P P P P - - 17.400.065
Residential care facilities, 6 or fewer clients P P P P - -
Residential care facilities, 7 or more clients CUP CUP CUP - - -
Senior citizen congregate care housing CUP CUP CUP - - -
Single Room Occupancy units (8) P P P P - - 17.400.106
Supportive Housing, 6 or fewer residents (7)(8) P P P P - -
Supportive Housing, 7 or more residents (8) CUP CUP CUP CUP - -
Transitional Housing (7)(8) P P P P - -
RETAIL TRADE
Accessory food service P P P P P P
Accessory retail uses P P P P P P
Adult businesses (6) - P P - - -
Artisan shops P P P P P P
Notes:
(1) See Article 7 for definitions of the land uses listed.
(2) 10,000 sf maximum floor area.
(3) Up to 10 amusement devices are allowed in conjuction with a multiplex movie theater subject to Section 17.230.030
(4) Subject to ground floor restrictions; see Section 17.220.035 (CD District Requirements).
(5) AUP required for schools up to 1,500 square feet in area.
(6) Use only allowed subject to approval of an Adult Use Development Permit (See CCMC Chapter 11.13).
(7) Use is subject to only those restrictions that apply to other residential uses of the same type in the same zone.
(8) Use only allowed as part of a mixed use project
TABLE 2-5
Allowed Uses and Permit Requirements
for Commercial Zoning Districts
Permitted Use
Conditional Use Permit required
Administrative Use Permit Required
Use not allowed
LAND USE (1)
PERMIT REQUIREMENT BY DISTRICT
See Specific Use
Regulations:
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H. Table 3-3. Parking Requirements by Land Use.
1. Residential uses.
Table 3-3A
Land Use Type:
Residential
Vehicle Spaces Required
Accessory dwelling units
1 uncovered space in addition to that required for the
primary dwelling unit(s).
Mobile home parks
1 space in conjunction with each mobile home site, plus 1
space for each 2 mobile home sites for guest parking located
as approved by the City.
Live / Work unit
Up to 900 sf - 2 spaces.
Greater than 900 up to 1500 sf - 3 spaces.
Greater than 1500 sf – 4 spaces.
Multi-family dwellings and residential component of
Mixed-use development, includes supportive housing
and transitional housing units (1)
Studio and 1 bedroom, less than 900 sf - 1 space.
Studio and 1 bedroom, greater than 900 sf - 2 spaces.
2-3 bedroom units - 2 spaces.
4 bedroom units - 3 spaces.
1 space for every additional bedroom greater than 4.
Guest parking - 1 space for every 4 residential units.
Residential Care Facilities 1 space for each 3 patient beds.
Senior citizen congregate care housing
1 space per each 2 residential units, plus one space for each 4
units for guests and employees.
Senior housing
1 space per unit, plus one guest parking space for each 10
units.
Single family, duplex and triplex units, includes
supportive housing and transitional housing units (1)
2 spaces per dwelling unit.
Single Room Occupancy Units
One (1) parking space per unit.
Notes:
(1) See Section 17.320.035.M.(Special Requirements for Residential Uses)
24Exhibit B
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17.400.106 – Single Room Occupancy (SRO) Units
This Section provides density, development, and operating standards for single room occupancy units in
compliance with Article 2 (Zoning Districts, Allowable Land Uses and Zone-Specific Development
Standards):
A. Location. Single Room Occupancy (SRO) units shall only be located in a Mixed Use Project and
shall be subject to all applicable provision of Section 17.400.065 (Mixed Use Development
Standards).
B. Density. SRO residential density shall not exceed the density standards as may be permitted in
Section 17.400.065 (Mixed Use Development Standards) and in no case shall the number of SRO
units exceed more than 25% of a Mixed Use Project’s total number of residential units.
C. Unit Size. The minimum size of an SRO unit shall be 200 square feet and the maximum size shall
be 350 square feet.
D. Kitchen Facilities. Each SRO unit shall be equipped with a kitchen sink with a garbage disposal
and a counter top measuring a minimum of 48 inches wide by 24 inches deep; and shall be provided
with a minimum of a refrigerator and a microwave oven.
E. Bathroom Facilities. Each SRO unit shall include a bathroom with a toilet and a shower stall in an
enclosed compartment with a door. The bathroom shall be a minimum of 25 square feet in area.
F. Open Space. Each SRO unit shall be provided with open space in compliance with Section
17.400.065 (Mixed Use Development Standards).
G. Parking. One parking space shall be provided for each SRO unit.
H. Occupancy. SRO units shall be occupied by no more than two persons and shall be offered on a
monthly rental basis or longer.
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Table 5-1
Review Authority
Type of Permit or Decision
Procedure
is in
Section
Role of Review Authority (1)
Director
Board of
Zoning
Adjustment
Planning
Commission
City
Council
Administrative and Amendments
General Plan Amendments 17.620
Recommend Decision
Interpretations 17.120 Decision Appeal Appeal Appeal
Time Extensions 17.595 Decision Appeal Appeal
Zoning Map Amendments 17.620 Recommend Decision
Zoning Text Amendments 17.620
Recommend Decision
Land Use Permits/Development Approvals
Administrative Use Permits 17.530 Decision
Appeal Appeal
Administrative Site Plan Review 17.540 Decision
Appeal Appeal
Administrative Modifications 17.550 Decision
Appeal Appeal
Comprehensive Plans 17.560
Recommend Decision
Conditional Use Permits 17.530
Decision Appeal
Development Agreements 17.590 Recommend Decision
Height Exemptions 17.300 Recommend Decision
Master Sign Program 17.330 Decision
Appeal Appeal
Reasonable Accommodations 17.550 Decision Appeal Appeal
Site Plan Review 17.540
Decision Appeal
Specific Plans 17.570
Recommend Decision
Special Event/Temporary Event Permits 17.520
Decision
(2)
Appeal Appeal
Temporary Use Permits 17.520 Decision
Appeal Appeal
Tentative Parcel Map 15.10 Decision
Tentative Tract Map 15.10 Recommend Decision
Variances 17.550
Decision Appeal
Zoning Clearances 17.510 Decision Appeal Appeal
Notes:
(1) "Recommend" means that the review authority makes a recommendation to a higher decision-making
body; "Decision" means that the review authority makes the final decision on the matter; "Appeal" means
that the review authority may consider and decide upon appeals to the decision of an earlier decision-
making body, in compliance with Chapter 17.640 (Appeals).
(2) Decisions on Special Events permits may be referred to the Committee on permits and licenses for review
and approval per CCMC Chapter 11.01. (General Licensing).
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CHAPTER 17.550 – VARIANCES, AND ADMINISTRATIVE
MODIFICATIONS AND REASONABLE
ACCOMMODATIONS
Sections:
17.550.005 - Purpose
17.550.010 - Applicability
17.550.015 - Application Filing, Processing, and Review
17.550.020 - Findings and Decision
17.550.025 - Conditions of Approval
17.550.030 - Post Approval Procedures
17.550.005 - Purpose
The provisions of this Chapter allow for:
A. Administrative Modification of specific development standards of this Title when the strict
application of those standards creates an unnecessary, involuntarily created hardship or
unreasonable regulation which makes it impractical to require compliance with the
development standards.
B. Variances from the development standards of this Title only when, because of special
circumstances applicable to the property, including location, shape, size, surroundings,
topography or other conditions, the strict application of this Title denies the property owner
privileges enjoyed by other property owners in the vicinity and in identical zoning districts.
C. Reasonable Accommodations from specific development standards of this Title when the
strict application of those standards would make it impractical for an individual with a
disability to have an equal opportunity to use and enjoy a dwelling unit.
17.550.010 - Applicability
A. Administrative Modification. The Director may grant an Administrative Modification for
only the development standards identified in Table 5-2 (Administrative Modifications). An
Administrative Modification may be granted only once for a specific type of request per
parcel. A request which exceeds the limitations identified in Table 5-2 (Administrative
Modifications) shall require the filing of an application for a Variance.
Table 5-2
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Administrative Modifications
Types of Administrative Modification Allowed
Maximum
Adjustment
1. Dwelling unit size. A decrease in the minimum square footage requirements
for dwelling units
10%
2. Fence, walls, or retaining walls. Fences, gates, pilasters, or walls in the side
or rear yards that exceed 6 ft in height.
Not to
exceed 8 ft
3. Distances between structures. A decrease in the minimum distance between
a
detached accessory structure and the main structure.
10%
4. Open space. A decrease in the minimum open space requirements. 10%
5. Parking. A decrease in the minimum number of parking spaces and parking
lot and loading dimensions (e.g. aisle, driveway, and space widths)
10%
6. Projections. An increase in the allowed projections into setbacks in
compliance with Section 17.300.020 (Setback Regulations and Exceptions)
10%
7. Setbacks. A decrease in the minimum required setbacks. 10%
8. Structure height. An increase in the maximum allowable structure height;
provided that the increase complies with the height limitation established by
the 1990 City of Culver City initiative.
10%
B. Variance. The Commission may grant a Variance from the requirements of this Title;
except that a Variance shall not allow a use of land not otherwise allowed in the applicable
zoning district by Article 2 (Zoning Districts, Allowable Land Uses and Zone-Specific
Standards).
C. Reasonable Accommodation. The Director may grant Reasonable Accommodations from
the requirements of this Title that may be necessary to ensure equal access to housing for an
individual with a disability.
17.550.015 - Application Filing, Processing, and Review
A. Filing. An application for an Administrative Modification, or a Variance, or a Reasonable
Accommodation shall be completed, filed, and processed in compliance with Chapter 17.500
(Applications, Processing, and Fees). The application package shall include all information
specified in the application, any applicable Division handout, and any additional information
required by the Director in order to conduct a thorough review of the proposed project. It is
the responsibility of the applicant to establish evidence in support of the findings required by
Section 17.550.020 (Findings and Decision), below.
B. Notice and Hearings. Notice and hearings regarding an application for a Variance, or an
Administrative Modification, or a Reasonable Accommodation shall be provided in
compliance with Chapter 17.630 (Public Hearings and Administrative Review), and as
follows:
1. Administrative Modification. The Director shall conduct an administrative review of
an application for an Administrative Modification.
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2. Variance. The Commission shall conduct a public hearing on an application for a
Variance.
3. Reasonable Accommodation. The Director shall conduct an administrative review of
an application for a Reasonable Accommodation.
17.550.020 - Findings and Decision
A. Administrative Modification Findings. The Director shall record the decision in writing
with the findings on which the decision is based. The Administrative Modification may be
approved, with or without conditions, only after making all of the following findings:
1. The strict application of the applicable development standard creates an unnecessary,
involuntarily created hardship or unreasonable regulation which makes it obviously
impractical to require compliance with the development standards.
2. Approval of the Administrative Modification would not be detrimental to the public
health, interest, safety, or general welfare and would not be detrimental or injurious to
property or improvements in the vicinity and in the same zoning district.
3. The project is consistent with the General Plan and complies with all other applicable
provision of this Title.
B. Variance Findings. The Commission shall record the decision in writing with the findings
on which the decision is based. The Variance may be approved, with or without conditions,
only after making all of the following findings:
1. There are special circumstances applicable to the property (e.g., location, shape, size,
surroundings, and topography), or to the intended use of the property, so that the strict
application of this Title denies the property owner privileges enjoyed by other property
owners in the vicinity and under identical zoning districts.
2. The strict application of the applicable development standard creates an unnecessary,
involuntarily created hardship or unreasonable regulation which makes it obviously
impractical to require compliance with the development standards.
3. The Variance is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property
rights possessed by other property owners in the same vicinity and zoning district and
denied to the property owner for which the Variance is sought.
4. The project is consistent with the General Plan and complies with all other applicable
provisions of this Title.
5. Approval of the Variance would not be detrimental to the public health, interest, safety,
or general welfare and would not be detrimental or injurious to property or
improvements in the vicinity and in the same zoning district.
C. Reasonable Accommodation Findings. The Director shall record the decision in writing
with the findings on which the decision is based. The Reasonable Accommodation may be
approved, with or without conditions, only after making all of the following findings:
1. The dwelling, which is the subject of the request for reasonable accommodation, will
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be used by an individual with a disability.
2. The requested accommodation is necessary to make the dwelling available to an
individual with a disability.
3. There is no reasonable alternative accommodation that will comply or come closer to
complying with the development standards of this Title.
4. The requested accommodation will not negatively impact surrounding uses or
properties.
5. Approval of the reasonable accommodation would not be detrimental to the public
health, interest, safety, or general welfare and would not be detrimental or injurious to
property or improvements in the vicinity and in the same zoning district.
17.550.025 - Conditions of Approval
In approving an Administrative Modification, or Variance, or Reasonable Accommodation the
review authority may impose reasonable and necessary specific design, locational, and operational
conditions which may include, but are not limited to, the City’s “Comprehensive Standard
Conditions of Approval for Site Plan Review and Other Discretionary Planning and Zoning
Applications,” as adopted by the Commission to ensure that the approval will be in compliance
with the findings required by Section 17.550.020 (Findings and Decision), above.
A. Reasonable Accommodation Conditions of Approval. The following shall apply to the
approval of a reasonable accommodation:
1. Approval of a reasonable accommodation shall be granted to an individual and shall
not run with the land unless the Director also finds that the modification is physically
integrated into the structure and cannot be easily removed or altered to comply with the
requirements of this Title.
2. Prior to the issuance of any permits relative to an approved reasonable accommodation,
the Director may require the applicant to record a covenant in the County Recorder’s
Office acknowledging and agreeing to comply with the terms and conditions
established in the decision. The covenant shall be required only if the Director finds
that a covenant is necessary to provide notice to future owners that a reasonable
accommodation has been approved and may not apply to future owners and/or tenants.
B. Duration of Reasonable Accommodation. A reasonable accommodation shall not be
considered permanent and shall be subject to the following:
1. The Reasonable Accommodation may continue to be used and maintained by the
individual with a disability for the duration of his or her tenancy in the dwelling
subject to the findings in Section 17.550.020.C.
2. Within 60 days of the termination of the tenancy by the individual with a disability, the
Reasonable Accommodation shall be removed unless the Director has determined that
the Reasonable Accommodation may remain as provided in Section 17.550.025.A.2.
3. A Reasonable Accommodation request shall be null and void if an individual with a
disability fails to take advantage of said approval within one year or if said individual
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with a disability terminates tenancy prior to installing Reasonable Accommodation
related structures.
17.550.030 - Post Approval Procedures
Procedures relating to appeals, notices, revocations and modifications as identified in Article 6
(Zoning Code Administration), in addition to those identified in Chapter 17.595 (Permit
Implementation, Time Limits, and Extensions), shall apply following the approval of an
Administrative Modification, or a Variance, or a Reasonable Accommodation application.
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17.630.010 - Notice of Public Hearings and Administrative Review
D. Notice of Administrative Use Permits, Administrative Site Plan Review, and
Administrative Modification, and Reasonable Accommodation Applications.
Table 6-3 (Mailed Notification Requirements for Administrative Discretionary Review
Applications) identifies the noticing requirements for administrative actions by the Director.
Table 6-3
Mailed Notification Requirements For Administrative
Discretionary Review Applications
Type of Administrative Review
See Chapter
Notice Requirement
Mailed Notice
Mailing Deadline
A. Administrative Use Permits.
17.530
All property owners
and occupants within
a 300-foot radius
15 days before the
anticipated date of
decision by Director
B. Administrative Modifications.
17.550
All adjacent property
owners and occupants
15 days before the
anticipated date of
decision by Director
C. Administrative Site Plan Reviews.
17.540
All adjacent property
owners and occupants
15 days before the
anticipated date of
decision by Director
D. Reasonable Accommodations.
17.550
All adjacent property
owners and occupants
15 days before the
anticipated date of
decision by Director
1. In addition to all persons notified in compliance with Table 6-3 (Mailed Notification
Requirements for Administrative Discretionary Review Applications) above, a notice of
decision on the Administrative Site Plan Review, Administrative Modification, and
Administrative Use Permit and Reasonable Accommodation applications shall be
mailed to the applicant and other parties directly involved with the application, in
compliance with Section 17.630.040 (Mailing of the Notice of Decision), below.
E. Additional Notice. In addition to the types of notice required by Subsections 17.630.010.A.
(Mailed Notice) through Subsection 17.630.010.D. (Notice of Administrative Use Permits,
Administrative Site Plan Review, and Administrative Modification and Reasonable
Accommodation Applications), above, the Director may provide additional notice with
content or using a distribution method as the Director determines is necessary or desirable
(e.g., on the Internet).
F. Effect of Notification Requirements. Nothing in the public notification requirements
identified in this Section is intended to supersede the procedures established in this Chapter
for other discretionary reviews.
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17.700.010 Definitions
Definitions, “D”.
Disability. The definition of Disability shall be consistent with California Government Code Sections
12900- 12996 and the regulations promulgated thereunder.
Definitions, “I”.
Individual with a disability. The definition of an individual with a disability shall be consistent with
California Government Code Sections 12900- 12996 and the regulations promulgated thereunder.
Definitions, “R”.
Reasonable Accommodations. Reasonable accommodation means providing an individual with a
disability, or developers of housing for individuals with disabilities, flexibility in the application of
land use and zoning regulations or policies, including the modification or waiver of certain
requirements, when necessary to eliminate barriers to housing opportunities.
Definitions, “S”.
Single Room Occupancy (SRO) Unit. A dwelling unit with a minimum floor area of 200 square feet
and a maximum floor area of 350 square feet. These dwelling units shall have kitchen and bathroom
facilities. Each dwelling unit is restricted to occupancy by no more than two persons and is offered on
a monthly rental basis or longer.
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