Background Materials for January 31, 2018 Meeting

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1 Planning and Development Department Land Use Planning Division DATE: January 25, 2018 TO: FROM: SUBJECT: Members of the ZORP Ad Hoc Subcommittees Alene Pearson, Associate Planner Background Materials for January 31, 2018 Meeting This document provides a brief introduction to the background materials distributed for the January 31, 2018 meetings of the Zoning Ordinance Revision Project (ZORP) subcommittees. 1. Agenda 2. Annotated Outline The annotated outline shows the recommended structure of the Baseline Zoning Ordinance (BZO*). * NOTE: The Baseline Zoning Ordinance (BZO) is the primary deliverable of ZORP Phase 1. It is a reformatted, restructured, and clarified version of the existing Zoning Ordinance (ZO). The BZO will not include any substantive changes. 3. Disposition Table The disposition table shows reorganization of the existing chapters of the ZO. 4. Sample Chapter Introductory Provisions This sample chapter (Introductory Provisions) illustrates the recommended approach to the BZO. When reviewing, focus attention on the formatting, the use of footnotes, and the method of flagging Potential Phase 2 Amendments. 5. Chapter 23D.16 with Comments This is the existing R-1 Chapter of Berkeley s Zoning Ordinance with notes and questions about content. This document illustrates our initial step in migrating code from the exiting ZO to the BZO. Note highlighted sections of code and questions 1947 Center Street, Berkeley, CA Tel: TDD: Fax: planning@cityofberkeley.info

2 Page 2 of 2 in the sidebar. Some questions in the sidebar call out Subcommittee Content Questions see Document #7 for explanation. 6. Sample Chapter Residential Districts This is the target chapter in the BZO for R-1 regulations. This document is similar to Document #4 (Sample Chapter Introductory Provisions) but only partially complete. This document can be compared to Document #5 (Chapter 23D.16 with Comments) to further illustrate our process of moving content from the existing ZO to the BZO. 7. Subcommittee Content Questions These are the ZO content questions the subcommittee will be asked to consider.

3 Planning & Development Department Land Use Planning Division Planning Commission Zoning Ordinance Revision Project (ZORP) Subcommittee Subcommittee Meeting Announcement and Agenda Meeting #1: Zoning Ordinance Revision Project (ZORP) Approach Date: Wednesday, January 31, 2018 Time: 6:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Place: North Berkeley Senior Center 1901 Hearst Avenue Please refrain from wearing scented products to public meetings. Pursuant to section of the California Government Code, public comment during this special meeting is intended to provide an opportunity for members of the public to directly address the Planning Commission Subcommittee concerning any item that has been described in the notice for the meeting before or during consideration of that item. This limits public comment to only the items listed on this agenda. Contact person: Alene Pearson, Associate Planner, (510) The Planning Commission ZORP Subcommittee consists of three of the nine Commissioners: Robb Kapla, Prakash Pinto and Christine Schildt. I. Background II. Baseline Zoning Ordinance: Organization and Format III. Baseline Zoning Ordinance: Content Questions DOCUMENT #1 AGENDA

4 Planning & Development Department Land Use Planning Division Zoning Adjustments Board Zoning Ordinance Revision Project (ZORP) Subcommittee Subcommittee Meeting Announcement and Agenda Meeting #1: Zoning Ordinance Revision Project (ZORP) Approach Date: Wednesday, January 31, 2018 Time: 6:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Place: North Berkeley Senior Center 1901 Hearst Avenue Please refrain from wearing scented products to public meetings. Pursuant to section of the California Government Code, public comment during this special meeting is intended to provide an opportunity for members of the public to directly address the Zoning Adjustments Board ZORP Subcommittee concerning any item that has been described in the notice for the meeting before or during consideration of that item. This limits public comment to only the items listed on this agenda. Contact person: Alene Pearson, Associate Planner, (510) The Zoning Adjustments Board ZORP Subcommittee consists of three of the nine Board members: Denise Pinkston, Patrick Sheahan, and Igor Tregub. I. Background II. Baseline Zoning Ordinance: Organization and Format III. Baseline Zoning Ordinance: Content Questions DOCUMENT #1 AGENDA January 31, 2018 ZORP Subcommittee Meeting

5 DOCUMENT #2 ANNOTATED OUTLINE Jan 31, 2018 ZORP Subcommittee Meeting New Chapters Existing Chapters User s Guide Describes Zoning Ordinance purpose, content, and how to find the rules that apply to a property. Will focus on needs of homeowners unfamiliar with zoning rules. Division 1: General Provisions Chapter : Introductory Provisions Includes title, adoption, purpose, relationship with General Plan and specific plans, applicability, compliance required, conflicting provisions, transitional provisions, severability. Chapter : Interpreting the Zoning Ordinance Describes who has the authority to interpret the Zoning Ordinance, general rules for interpretation of language, and procedures for official interpretations. Chapter : Rules of Measurement Consolidates into one chapter rules for measurement, including rules for measuring lot coverage, density, distances, floor area, floor area ratio, height, lot area and dimensions, setbacks, slope. Chapter : Zoning Districts and Map Lists all zoning districts and overlays and incorporates Zoning Map by reference. 23A.04, 23A.12, 23A.24 23A.08 Throughout Ordinance 23A.16 Division 2: Zoning Districts Individual chapters for each zoning districts combined into longer chapters of related districts (residential, commercial and mixed use, and west side districts). Eliminates repetition in separate district chapters. Allowed land uses shown in one table in each chapter. Development that is not a use (e.g., fences) is removed from allowed land uses table. Clearly identifies permits required for different types of projects (e.g., AUP for residential additions) and basis for approval or denial. Separate sections with development standards for each district to show standards on two pages with table and diagram. Adds maps showing boundaries of geographic areas with unique standards (e.g., C-W nodes, car-free housing overlay) Chapter : Residential Districts R-1, R-1A, R-2, R-2A, R-3, R-4, R-5, R-S, and R-SMU districts. Consolidates repeated provisions applicable to multiple residential districts into one chapter, including addition of bedrooms, permit thresholds for residential additions, height exceptions, setback reductions, usable open space, refuse screening, findings, lot dimensions and configuration. 23D.16, 23D.20, 23D.24, 23D.28, 23D.32, 23D.36, 3D D.44, 23D.48, 23D.52 Page 1 of 3

6 DOCUMENT #2 ANNOTATED OUTLINE Jan 31, 2018 ZORP Subcommittee Meeting New Chapters Chapter : Commercial and Mixed Use Districts C-C, C-U, C-N, C-E, NS, C-SA, C-T, C-SO districts. Changes name of C-1 to Corridor Commercial (C-C). Moves University Avenue Strategic Plan Overlay standards from C-C, to new University Avenue Commercial (C-U) district. Consolidates standards generally applicable to commercial and mixed-use districts, including permits for new and converted floor area, hours of operation, outdoor activities, height and setback exceptions, residential transitions, design standards, findings. Chapter : West Berkeley Districts C-W, M, MM, MU-LI, and MU-R districts. Consolidates requirements applicable to all West Berkeley Specific Plan districts, including protected uses, conversions, use limitations, development and performance standards, and findings. Chapter : Special Purpose Districts SP, U districts. Chapter : Overlay Zones Overlay zones that apply to two or more districts go here (Hillside and Civic Center). Overlay zones that apply to one district will remain in the district chapters, and identified and referenced here. Existing Chapters 23E.68, 23E.36, 23E.40, 23E.44, 23E.48, 23E.52, 23E.56, 3E.60 23E.64, 23E.72, 23E.76, 23E.80, 23E.84 23E.88, 23E.92 23E.96, 23E.98 Division 3: Citywide Provisions Chapter : Use-Specific Regulations Master Use tables for all districts. Supplemental standards for specific land uses, including accessory uses, bed and breakfast establishments, emergency shelters, home occupations, adult-oriented businesses, alcoholic beverage sales and service, amusement arcades, medical cannabis uses, non-chartered financial institutions, live/work, sidewalk café seating, temporary uses. Chapter : General Development Standards Development standards that apply citywide, including general lot requirement, height limit exceptions, setback reductions, usable open space, screening, accessory structures, (including fences, walls and hot tubs), temporary structures 23C.06, 23C.10, 23C.16, 23C , 23E.16, 23E.20, 23E.24 23B.40, 23D.04, 23E.04, 23C , 23C , 23D.08 Chapter : Accessory Dwelling Units 23D.10 Chapter : Parking and Loading All parking provisions consolidated into one chapter. 23D.12, 23E.28, 23E.32 Chapter : Nonconforming Uses and Structures 23C.04 Page 2 of 3

7 DOCUMENT #2 ANNOTATED OUTLINE Jan 31, 2018 ZORP Subcommittee Meeting New Chapters Existing Chapters Chapter : Demolition and Dwelling Unit Control 23C.08 Chapter : Inclusionary Housing 23C.12 Chapter : Wireless Communication Facilities 23C.17 Division 4: Permits and Administration Chapter : Administrative Responsibility Describes roles and responsibility of Zoning Officer, ZAB, and Planning Commission in the administration of the Zoning Ordinance. Includes summary table of decision-making authority for all permits and approvals. Chapter : Common Permit Requirements Describes permit procedures that all apply generally, including application filing and review, public notices and hearings, use of conflict resolution or mediation service, one percent for public art, effective dates of decisions, performance guarantees, changes to approved projects, time limits and extensions, resubmittals, and compliance and revocation Chapter : Specific Permit Requirements Permit requirements unique to specific types of permits (e.g., findings) presented as sections within a single chapter. Includes Zoning Conformance Review, Administrative Use Permits, Use Permits, Master Use Permits, Design Review, Variances, Modification of Development Standards, Reasonable Accommodation. 23B.04, 23B.08, 23B.12 23B.16, 23B.24, 23B.56, 23B.60, 23C.23 23B.20, 23B.28, 23B.32, 23B.36, 23B.40, 23B.44, 23B.4823B.52 Chapter : Green Pathway 23B.34 Chapter : Appeals Combines all appeal provisions in one chapter. 23B , 23B Chapter : Zoning Code Amendments 23A.20 Chapter : Enforcement 23B.64, 23B.68 Division 5: Definitions Chapter : Land Use Definitions Definitions for allowed land uses. Chapter : Glossary Definition for general terms. 23F.04 23F.04 Page 3 of 3

8 DOCUMENT #3 DISPOSITION TABLE Jan 31, 2018 ZORP Subcommittee Meeting Existing Chapters Sub-Title 23A: Ordinance Applicability 23A.04: Title, Adoption and Purposes 23A.08: Interpretation and Construction of Ordinance 23A.12: General Regulations 23A.16: Zoning Maps, Districts and Boundaries 23A.20: Zoning Ordinance Amendments New Chapters : Introductory Provisions : Interpretation of the Zoning Ordinance : Introductory Provisions : Zoning Districts and Map : Zoning Code Amendments 23A.24: Applicability, Emergencies, Interpretation, : Introductory Provisions Severability, Rules of Evidence and Procedure Sub-Title 23B: Ordinance Administration 23B.04: Zoning Adjustments Board 23B.08: Design Review Committee : Administrative Responsibility 23B.12: Zoning officer 23B.16: Use of Conflict Resolution or Mediation Service : Common Permit Requirements 23B.20: Zoning Conformance Review : Specific Permit Requirements 23B.24: Applications for Permits : Common Permit Requirements 23B.28: Administrative Use Permits : Specific Permit Requirements 23B.32: Use Permits 23B.34: Green Pathway : Green Pathway 23B.36: Master Use Permits 23B.40: AUPs For Temporary Uses 23B.44: Variances : Specific Permit Requirements 23B.48: Modification of Development Standards 23B.52: Reasonable Accommodation 23B.56: Conditions Applicable to All Permits : Common Permit Requirements 23B.60: Compliance and Revocation 23B.64: Abatement of Nuisances : Enforcement 23B.68: Private Right of Action Sub-Title 23C: General Provisions Applicable in All Districts 23C.04: Conforming and Non-Conforming Uses, Buildings and Lots : Nonconforming Uses and Structures 1

9 DOCUMENT #3 DISPOSITION TABLE Jan 31, 2018 ZORP Subcommittee Meeting Existing Chapters New Chapters 23C.06: Bed and Breakfast Establishments in : Use-Specific Regulations Residential Districts : Demolition and Dwelling Unit 23C.08: Demolition and Dwelling Unit Controls Control 23C.10: Emergency Shelter Zoning : Use-Specific Regulations 23C.12: Inclusionary Housing Requirements : Inclusionary Housing 23C.16: Home Occupations : Use-Specific Regulations 23C.17: Wireless Telecommunication Facilities : Wireless Communication Facilities : General Development Standards; 23C.20: Exemptions : Use-Specific Regulations 23C.23: One-Percent for Public Art on Private Projects : Common Permit Requirements Sub-Title 23D: Provisions Applicable in All Residential Districts 23D.04: Lot and Development Standards Chapter : General Development 23D.08: Accessory Buildings and Structures Standards 23D.10: Accessory Dwelling Units : Accessory Dwelling Units 23D.12: Off-Street Parking Requirements : Parking and Loading 23D.16: R-1 Single Family Residential District Provisions 23D.20: R-1A Limited Two-Family Residential District Provisions 23D.24: ES-R Environmental Safety-Residential District Provisions 23D.28: R-2 Restricted Two-Family Residential District Provisions 23D.32: R-2A Restricted Multiple-Family Residential District Provisions : Residential Districts 23D.36: R-3 Multiple Family Residential District Provisions 23D.40: R-4 Multi-Family Residential District Provisions 23D.44: R-5 High Density Residential District Provisions 23D.48: R-S Residential Southside District Provisions 23D.52: R-SMU Residential Southside Mixed Use District Provisions Sub-Title 23E: Provisions Applicable in All Non-Residential Districts 23E.04: Lot and Development Standards : General Development Standards 2

10 DOCUMENT #3 DISPOSITION TABLE Jan 31, 2018 ZORP Subcommittee Meeting Existing Chapters 23E.08: Design Review 23E.12: Design Review Process 23E.16: Special Use Standards 23E.20: Live/Work Provisions 23E.24: Sidewalk Cafe Seating 23E.28: Off-Street Parking and Transportation Services Fee 23E.32: Loading Space Requirements 23E.36: C-1 General Commercial District Provisions 23E.40: C-N Neighborhood Commercial District Provisions 23E.44: C-E Elmwood Commercial District Provisions 23E.48: C-NS North Shattuck Commercial District Provisions 23E.52: C-SA South Area Commercial District Provisions 23E.56: C-T Telegraph Avenue Commercial District Provisions 23E.60: C-So Solano Avenue Commercial District Provisions 23E.64: C-W West Berkeley Commercial District Provisions 23E.68: C-DMU Downtown Mixed Use District Provisions 23E.72: M Manufacturing District Provisions 23E.76: MM Mixed Manufacturing District Provisions 23E.80: MU-LI Mixed Use-Light Industrial District Provisions 23E.84: MU-R Mixed Use-Residential District Provisions 23E.88: SP Specific Plan District Provisions 23E.92: U Unclassified District Provisions 23E.96: H Hillside Overlay District Provisions 23E.98: Civic Center District Overlay Sub-Title 23F: Definitions New Chapters : Specific Permit Requirements : Use-Specific Regulations : Parking and Loading : Commercial and Mixed Use Districts : West Berkeley Districts : Commercial and Mixed Use Districts : West Berkeley Districts : Special Purpose Districts : Overlay Zones 3

11 DOCUMENT #3 DISPOSITION TABLE Jan 31, 2018 ZORP Subcommittee Meeting Existing Chapters 23F.04: Definitions New Chapters : Land Use Definitions; : Glossary 4

12 DOCUMENT #4 SAMPLE CHAPTER Page 1 of 5 INTRODUCTORY PROVISIONS Sections: Title Effective Date Authority Purpose of the Zoning Ordinance Applicability and Jurisdiction Emergencies Transitional Provisions Severability TITLE 1 Municipal Code Title 23 is known and cited as the City of Berkeley Zoning Ordinance and referred to in this title as the Zoning Ordinance EFFECTIVE DATE 2 The Zoning Ordinance takes effect and is in force from and after [date of adoption] AUTHORITY 3 The Zoning Ordinance is adopted under the authority in California Government Code Section and all other relevant laws of the State of California. If the Zoning Ordinance refers to a section of state law that is later amended or superseded, the Zoning Ordinance is deemed amended to refer to the amended section or the section that most closely corresponds to the superseded section PURPOSE OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE 4 A. General. The purpose of the Zoning Ordinance is to implement the General Plan and adopted area plans and to protect the public health, safety, and welfare. B. Specific. The Zoning Ordinance is intended to: 1. Encourage appropriate land uses and a harmonious relationship among land uses by regulating the location and type of allowed land uses and development. 1 Revises 23A New. 3 New. 4 Revises 23A Deletes references to specific area plans.

13 DOCUMENT #4 SAMPLE CHAPTER Page 2 of 5 2. Provide for the appropriate intensity of development by regulating: a. The establishment, density and change of uses; b. The construction of buildings and additions; and c. The size and coverage of lots. 3. Provide for adequate light and air by: a. Limiting building height, bulk, and size; and b. Requiring building yard setbacks from property lines and separations between buildings. 4. Provide for adequate usable open space, off-street parking, and off-street loading spaces for specified land uses by: a. Requiring reservations of land and structures for such purposes; and: b. Regulating the number, placement, and location of such spaces and areas. 5. Prevent adverse effects of commercial and manufacturing activities by: a. Limiting the hours, intensity, presence of outdoor activities, and other aspects of commercial and manufacturing land uses; and b. Limiting the number and size of commercial and manufacturing land uses in specified districts. 6. Provide review of major changes in buildings by regulating proposals for their demolition, conversion, or relocation. 7. Ensure that the construction and alteration of buildings in non-residential districts is compatible with the existing neighborhoods by requiring design review to provide for a pleasing Berkeley environment and encourage excellence in design. 8. Protect Berkeley s existing housing stock by regulating the reduction in size, removal, demolition, or conversion of dwelling units, group living accommodations, and residential hotel rooms. 9. Promote the development of affordable housing for all persons and in particular for persons with low and moderate incomes. 10. Incorporate the substantive provisions of the Neighborhood Preservation Ordinance (NPO), a citizen initiative, to the extent permitted by law. Potential Phase 2 Amendment: Revise the Zoning Ordinance purpose statement in Section to better reflect current City goals and priorities.

14 DOCUMENT #4 SAMPLE CHAPTER Page 3 of APPLICABILITY AND JURISDICTION A. Applicability General. The Zoning Ordinance applies to all property in Berkeley, including property owned by the City and other governmental entities, to the full extent permitted by law. 2. Public Right-of-Way. The Zoning Ordinance does not apply to uses and structures wholly in the public right-of-way, unless otherwise specified. Such uses and structures must comply with Encroachment Permit regulations in Municipal Code Chapter (Right-of-Way Encroachments and Encroachment Permits). B. Compliance Required. All land uses and structures in Berkeley shall comply with the Zoning Ordinance. 6 C. Approvals Required. 7 A land use may be established and a structure may be constructed, altered, or moved only after: 1. All applicable project review and approval processes have been followed; 2. All required permits and approvals have been obtained; and 3. All required authorizations to proceed have been issued. D. Other Regulations. 8 Compliance with the Zoning Ordinance does not relieve an applicant from requirements to comply with other federal, state, and City regulations that also apply to the property EMERGENCIES 9 A. Deviations Allowed. During a local emergency, the City Council may allow a land use or structure to be established without a Use Permit or other approval ordinarily required by the Zoning Ordinance. B. Approval Procedures. 1. The City Council may approve such a land use or structure by the same vote required for the adoption of an urgency ordinance upon finding that: a. An emergency exists as defined in Municipal Code Section (Emergency Defined); and b. The use or structure is required to ameliorate the effects of the emergency. 5 Revises 23A Revises 23A New. Expands on existing Section 23A Revises 23A C. 9 Revises 23A

15 DOCUMENT #4 SAMPLE CHAPTER Page 4 of 5 C. Effective Date of Action. Action by the City Council under this section is effective immediately. D. Post-Emergency Requirements. 1. Uses and structures permitted under this section are no longer authorized after the City Council declares the emergency has ended. 2. After the emergency has ended, uses and structures shall either: a. Be removed or discontinued; or b. Apply for all permits and approvals required by the Zoning Ordinance TRANSITIONAL PROVISIONS A. Relation to Prior Zoning Ordinance. The Zoning Ordinance supersedes the prior Zoning Ordinance codified in Municipal Code Title 23, including all Title 23 sub-titles and appendices. 10 B. Violations Continue. A violation of the prior Zoning Ordinance continues to be a violation under this Zoning Ordinance unless the violation is brought into compliance with this Zoning Ordinance. 11 C. Pending Applications If the City deems an application complete but does not take final action on the application before the effective date of this Zoning Ordinance, the application remains subject to prior Zoning Ordinance in effect when the application was deemed complete. 2. If the City deems an application withdrawn under Section XX (Applications Deemed Withdrawn), any re-application is subject to the requirements of this Zoning Ordinance. D. Approved Projects. 1. Permits and other approvals valid on the effective date of this Zoning Ordinance remain valid until their expiration date. 2. Projects with valid permits or approvals shall be completed in compliance with the standards in effect at the time of approval. If the permit or approval expires, future development shall comply with the requirements of this Zoning Ordinance. 14 E. Nonconformities. A parcel, land use, or structure legally established prior to [effective date of Zoning Ordinance] that does complies with this Zoning Ordinance is considered 10 Revises Section 23A B, first sentence. 11 Revises Section 23A B, second sentence. 12 New. Codifies current City practice and law. 14 Revises 23A B. Removes statement that Zoning Ordinance does not interfere with existing regulations. Clarifies rules applying to previously approved projects consistent with existing City practices and law.

16 DOCUMENT #4 SAMPLE CHAPTER Page 5 of 5 nonconforming and subject to the requirements in Chapter 23.XX (Nonconforming Uses and Structures) SEVERABILITY 16 If any portion of the Zoning Ordinance is found invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity or the constitutionality of the remaining portions of the Zoning Ordinance, which shall remain in full force and effect. The City Council declares that it would have passed the Zoning Ordinance and each of its portions, regardless of whether any portion is declared invalid or unconstitutional. 15 New. Adds up-front reference to nonconformities chapter. 16 Revises 23A E.

17 DOCUMENT #5 CHAPTER 23D.16 with COMMENTS Chapter 23D.16 R-1 Single Family Residential District Provisions Sections: 23D Applicability of Regulations 23D Purposes 23D Uses Permitted 23D Reserved 23D Special Provisions: Addition of Bedrooms to Parcels 23D Reserved 23D Development Standards 23D Parking -- Number of Spaces 23D Findings Section 23D Applicability of Regulations The regulations in this Chapter shall apply in all R-1 Districts. In addition, the general provisions contained in Sub-title 23C shall apply. Where the H District overlays a property so as to be classified R-1(H), the Hillside District provisions of Chapter 23E.96 shall also apply. (Ord NS 4 (part), 1999) Section 23D Purposes The purposes of the Single Family Residential (R-1) Districts are to: A. Recognize and protect the existing pattern of development in the low density, single family residential areas of the City in accordance with the Master Plan; B. Make available housing for persons who desire detached housing accommodations and a relatively large amount of Usable Open Space; Commented [BN1]: Does this purpose statement accurately reflect current R-1 intent? If not, potential Phase 2 amendment. Commented [BN2]: Master Plan has same meaning as General Plan, right? Commented [PA3R2]: agree C. Protect adjacent properties from unreasonable obstruction of light and air; and D. Permit the construction of community facilities such as places for religious assembly, Schools, parks and libraries which are designed to serve the local population when such will not be detrimental to the immediate neighborhood. (Ord NS 4 (part), 1999) Page 1 of 8

18 DOCUMENT #5 CHAPTER 23D.16 with COMMENTS Section 23D Uses Permitted The following table sets forth the Permits required for each listed item. Each Use or structure shall be subject to either a Zoning Certificate (ZC), an Administrative Use Permit (AUP), a Use Permit approved after a public hearing (UP(PH)) or is Prohibited. Table 23D Use Uses Permitted Child Care Centers Clubs, Lodges Community Care Facilities/Homes Changes of Use New Construction Community Centers Dwelling Units, Singlefamily, subject to R-1 Standards Residential Additions (up to 15% of lot area or 600 square feet, whichever is more restrictive) Major Residential Additions Use and Required Permits Classification UP(PH) UP(PH) ZC UP(PH) UP(PH) UP(PH) ZC Special Requirements (if any) Subject to parking requirements. See Section 23D A See Section 23D for restrictions. AUP See definition in Sub-title F. Denial subject to Section 23D B. Libraries UP(PH) Subject to parking requirements. See Section 23D A Parks and Playgrounds ZC Parking Lots UP(PH) Subject to Section 23D Public Safety and UP(PH) Emergency Services Religious Assembly Uses UP(PH) Commented [BN4]: Are uses requiring a Use Permit additive to permitted uses? Commented [BN5]: How do we handle unlisted uses in residential zones? See Content Question No.1. Commented [BN6]: Does new construction mean only entirely new structures, or does it also include additions to or substantial remodels of an existing structure? See Content Question No. 2. Commented [BN7]: Is there any reason we can t remove from the allowed land use table and address permit requirements for residential additions elsewhere in the chapter? Commented [BN8]: Allow parking lots as primary use on lot or only as an accessory use serving a primary use? See Content Question 3. Commented [PA9R8]: Allow as primary and incidental uses not accessory. Page 2 of 8

19 DOCUMENT #5 CHAPTER 23D.16 with COMMENTS Table 23D Use Schools, Public or Private Addition of bedrooms to parcels Accessory Uses and Structures Accessory Buildings or Structures If has either habitable space and/or exceeds the requirements under Chapter 23D.08 When located on a vacant lot without a Main Building Accessory Dwelling Units in compliance with Section 23D Accessory Dwelling Unit that does not comply with requirements under Section 23D Use and Required Permits Classification UP(PH) AUP UP(PH) ZC AUP AUP ZC AUP Special Requirements (if any) Subject to Section 23D Must satisfy the requirements of Chapter 23D.08 Subject to making applicable findings in Section 23D Short-Term Rental ZC Subject to requirements of Chapter 23C.22 Child Care; Family Day Care Small Family Day Care ZC Homes: of eight or fewer children Large Family Day Care AUP Homes: of nine to 14 children Fences If six ft. or less in height ZC Commented [BN10]: Is there any reason we can t remove from the allowed land use table and address permit requirements for bedroom additions elsewhere in the chapter? Commented [BN11]: Please confirm permit requirements in 23D.08 govern over this. Commented [BN12]: Are there any types of accessory buildings that do not have habitable space? Commented [PA13R12]: No 23F.04: Accessory Building: A detached building containing habitable space, which is smaller in size than the main building on the same lot, and the use of which is incidental to the primary use of the lot Page 3 of 8

20 DOCUMENT #5 CHAPTER 23D.16 with COMMENTS Table 23D Use Use and Required Permits Classification Special Requirements (if any) Exceed six ft. in height AUP In required setbacks Home Occupations Low Impact ZC If the requirements of Section 23C are met Moderate Impact, teaching-related AUP Subject to the requirements of Section 23C A Moderate Impact UP(PH) Subject to the requirements of Section 23C B Hot Tubs, Jacuzzis, Spas AUP See Section 23D C Stables for Horses Miscellaneous Uses Cemeteries, Crematories, Mausoleums AUP Prohibited Columbaria AUP Allowed with a ZC if incidental to a Community and Institutional Use, limited to 400 niches, and no more than 5% of the subject property area. When located outside of the main building columbaria structures are subject to Chapter 23D.08. Commercial Excavation UP(PH) Including earth, gravel, minerals, or other building materials including drilling for, or removal of, oil or natural gas Public Utility Substations, UP(PH) Tanks Wireless Telecommunications Facilities Commented [BN14]: Is it okay if we remove fence permit requirements from allowed use table and address in new with cross reference? Commented [BN15]: Is it okay if we remove hot tub, Jacuzzis, and spa permit requirements from allowed use table and address in new with cross reference? Commented [BN16]: Is it okay if we remove prohibited uses from table and instead clearly state our rule for unlisted uses residential districts? Page 4 of 8

21 DOCUMENT #5 CHAPTER 23D.16 with COMMENTS Table 23D Use Use and Required Permits Classification Special Requirements (if any) Microcell Facilities AUP Subject to the requirements and findings of Section 23C All Other Telecommunication Facilities Legend: ZC -- Zoning Certificate AUP -- Administrative Use Permit UP Subject to the requirements and findings of Section 23C UP(PH) -- Use Permit, public hearing required Prohibited -- Use not permitted Commented [BN17]: Is it okay if we remove permit requirements for wireless facilities from allowed land use table and replace with reference to wireless chapter. (Ord NS 2, 2017; Ord NS 5, 2015; Ord NS 1, 2013; Ord NS 1, 2010; Ord NS 2, 2010; Ord NS 2 (part), 2006: Ord NS 2 (part), 2006: Ord NS 3 (part), 2005: Ord NS 4 (part), 2003: Ord NS 6, 2001: Ord NS 1, 2001: Ord NS 4 (part), 1999) Section 23D Reserved Reserved. (Ord NS 6, 2015: Ord NS 5 (part), 2003: Ord NS 4 (part), 1999) Section 23D Special Provisions: Addition of Bedrooms to Parcels A. For the addition of a fifth bedroom to a parcel, an Administrative Use Permit (AUP) shall be required. For the addition of any bedroom beyond the fifth, a Use Permit with Public Hearing (UPPH) shall be required. 1. Serial/Cumulative Addition of Bedrooms: Serial addition of bedrooms to a parcel over time shall be considered cumulative and subject to these regulations. Commented [BN18]: Do ADU s count towards bedroom count? Commented [PA19R18]: no Commented [BN20]: Are there issues with this? Is this a potential Phase 2 amendment? Commented [BN21]: What exactly is meant be serial addition. Does this apply retroactively? 2. The definition of "Bedroom" for the Special Provisions: Addition of Bedrooms to Parcels is from City of Berkeley Municipal Code Section B "Operating Standards for Mini-Dorms". (Ord NS 2, 2013) Page 5 of 8

22 DOCUMENT #5 CHAPTER 23D.16 with COMMENTS Section 23D Section 23D Reserved Development Standards A. No lot of less than 5,000 square feet may be created. B. No Dwelling Unit may be established on a lot with an area of less than 5,000 square feet, except that Accessory Dwelling Units may be created in a detached accessory building, or in an addition to an existing Main Building, on lots which have an area of no less than 4,500 square feet. C. Each Main Building shall be limited in height as follows: Height limit average (ft.) Stories limit (number) Main Building 28* 3 All Residential Additions 14** Not applicable * The Zoning Officer may issue an Administrative Use Permit to allow Main Buildings to exceed 28 feet in average height, up to 35 feet in average height ** The Zoning Officer may issue an Administrative Use Permit to allow residential additions to exceed 14 feet in average height, up to the district limit. D. The Main Building shall be set back from the respective lot lines as follows: Commented [BN22]: Has this ever been challenged for legal lots of record where development can comply with all other standards? Commented [BN23]: Is this really true? Are ADU s subject to lot size requirements? Commented [PA24R23]: yes Commented [BN25]: Does main building mean only entirely new buildings, excluding all projects defined as an addition? See Content Question No. 4. Commented [BN26]: Does the 28-foot standard apply to non-residential additions? See Content Question No. 4. Commented [BN27]: If a 14-foot addition brings the height of a main building up to 28 feet, are two AUPs required? Commented [BN28]: Are the permit requirements for residential additions a potential Phase 2 amendment? Yard location Stories (number) Front Rear* Side** ft. 20 ft. 4 ft. *See Section 23D D.1 **See Sections 23D D.2 and D.3 1. When the depth of any lot is less than 100 feet, the Rear Yard may be reduced to 20% of the lot depth. 2. When the width of any lot is less than 40 feet, the width of each Side Yard may be reduced to 10% of the lot width, but in no case to less than three feet. 3. The side yards on a corner lot shall be as follows: Commented [BN29]: Add diagram? Page 6 of 8

23 DOCUMENT #5 CHAPTER 23D.16 with COMMENTS a. On a corner lot, where there is a key lot to the rear thereof, the street side yard of the corner lot shall be not less than one-half the Front Yard required or existent on the key lot, whichever is smaller. This regulation shall not be applied so as to reduce the buildable area of the lot to a width of less than 20 feet, or to require the side yard to be in excess of ten feet. b. Where a rear yard of not less than 50 feet in depth is maintained on a corner lot, adjacent to a key lot, the side yard may be reduced to four feet. E. Maximum lot coverage may not exceed 40% of the lot area. Commented [BN30]: Question: Does this apply only to the interior side yard, and not the street side yard? F. Each lot shall contain minimum usable open space area for each Dwelling Unit, including Accessory Dwelling Units: 400 square feet. (Ord NS 3 (part), 2006: Ord NS 4 (part), 1999) Section 23D Parking -- Number of Spaces A. A lot shall contain the following minimum number of Off-street Parking Spaces: Commented [BN31]: Please confirm number of parking spaces will be addressed in new chapter Table 23D Parking Required Use Number of spaces Dwellings* Employees Libraries Rental of Rooms One per unit One per two non-resident employees for a Community Care Facility** One per 500 sq. ft. of floor area that is publicly accessible One per each two roomers or boarders * This also shall include Accessory Dwelling Units. An application for an Accessory Dwelling Unit that does not meet this standard may apply for an AUP to waive this requirement subject to a special finding under Section 23D B. **This requirement does not apply to those Community Care Facilities which under state law must be treated in the same manner as a single family residence B. Other Uses requiring Use Permits, including, but not limited to, Child Care Centers, Clubs, Lodges, and community centers, shall provide the number of Off-street Parking Spaces determined by the Board, based on the amount of traffic generated by the particular Use and comparable with specified standards for other Uses. C. Schools having a total gross floor area exceeding 10,000 square feet, shall provide off-street loading spaces at the rates of: Commented [BN32]: Please confirm this does not apply to Junior Accessory Units Commented [PA33R32]: No JADUs in the ZO Commented [BN34]: Please confirm parking is not required for ADU s. Commented [PA35R34]: No parking required. Commented [BN36]: Does this also apply to uses requiring an AUP? Commented [BN37]: By traffic generated do you mean estimated parking demand? Commented [PA38R37]: agree Commented [BN39]: Does the City have any dimensional or location standards that apply to loading spaces? Page 7 of 8

24 DOCUMENT #5 CHAPTER 23D.16 with COMMENTS 1. One space for the first 10,000 square feet of gross floor area; and 2. One additional space for each additional 40,000 square feet of gross floor area. (Ord NS 7, 2015; Ord NS 4 (part), 2005: Ord NS 6 (part), 2003: Ord NS 4 (part), 1999) Section 23D Findings A. In order to approve any Permit under this chapter, the Zoning Officer or Board must make the finding required by Section 23B The Zoning Officer or Board must also make the findings required by the following paragraphs of this section to the extent applicable: B. To deny a Use Permit for a major residential addition or residential addition subject to 23D the Zoning Officer or Board must find that although the proposed residential addition satisfies all other standards of this Ordinance, the addition would unreasonably obstruct sunlight, air or views. (Ord NS 8, 2015: Ord NS 1 (part), 2007: Ord NS 7 (part), 2003: Ord NS 4 (part), 1999) Commented [BN40]: Please confirm revisions to these findings are a Potential Phase 2 amendment. Commented [BN41]: Question: Permit means only a UP or AUP, and excludes zoning clearances and other types of approvals, correct? Commented [PA42R41]: agree Page 8 of 8

25 DOCUMENT #6 SAMPLE CHAPTER RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS Sections: Chapter Purpose Allowed Land Uses in Residential Zoning Districts R-1 Single-Family Residential District R-1A Limited Two-Family Residential District ES-R Environmental Safety-Residential District R-2 Restricted Two-Family Residential District R-2A Restricted Multiple-Family Residential District R-3 Multiple Family Residential District R-4 Multi-Family Residential District R-5 High Density Residential District R-S Residential Southside District R-SMU Residential Southside District Supplemental Residential Standards Criteria for Permit Decisions Summary of Residential Development Standards CHAPTER PURPOSE 1 This chapter identifies allowed land uses and development standards for residential districts ALLOWED LAND USES IN RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICTS 2 A. Allowed Land Uses. See Table for allowed land uses in residential districts. B. Additional Regulations. As noted in Table , see Chapter (Use-Specific Regulations) for additional regulations that apply to individual land uses. Potential Phase 2 Amendment: Allow more uses by right or with an Administrative Use Permit to streamline the permitting process in residential districts. Modify types of allowed land use to better reflect purpose of each district and current conditions. 1 New chapter purpose statement. 2 Table consolidates allowed land uses currently in separate chapters in Sub-title 23D into one table for all residential districts and standardizes land use terminology. Permit requirements for types of development and structures (e.g., fences) are removed from table and addressed in new sections or applicable chapters (e.g., accessory structures). BASELINE ZONING ORDINANCE JANUARY 2018 PAGE Page 1 of 12

26 SECTION DOCUMENT #6 SAMPLE CHAPTER CHAPTER RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS TABLE : ALLOWED LAND USES IN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS ZC = Zoning Certificate UP = Use Permit AUP = Administrative Use Permit - = Prohibited Use Residential Uses Residential Districts R-1 R-1A R-2 R-2A R-3 R-4 R-5 R-S R-SMU Duplex - UP Group Living Accommodations - UP Multi-Family Dwelling - UP Senior Congregate Housing Six or fewer persons - ZC Seven or more persons - AUP New Construction - UP Single-Family Dwelling UP UP Public, Institutional, and Civic Uses Child Care Centers UP UP Clubs, Lodges UP UP Additional Regulations Columbaria AUP AUP XX Community Centers UP UP Community Care Facilities/Homes Changes of Use ZC ZC New Construction [3] UP UP Hospitals - UP Libraries UP UP Nursing Homes - UP Parks and Playgrounds ZC ZC Public Safety and Emergency Services UP UP Religious Assembly Uses UP UP Schools, Public or Private UP UP Small Family Day Care Homes ZC ZC Large Family Day Care Homes AUP AUP Emergency Shelter XX Up to 15 beds - ZC More than 15 beds - UP Public Utility Substations, Tanks UP UP Commercial Uses Commercial Excavation UP UP Offices - UP Retail Sales - UP [1] Parking Lots [2] UP UP XX Other Uses Accessory Dwelling Units See Accessory Uses See XX PAGE BASELINE ZONING ORDINANCE JANUARY 2018 DRAFT Page 2 of 12

27 DOCUMENT #6 SAMPLE CHAPTER CHAPTER RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS SECTION ZC = Zoning Certificate UP = Use Permit AUP = Administrative Use Permit - = Prohibited Use Home Occupations Residential Districts R-1 R-1A R-2 R-2A R-3 R-4 R-5 R-S R-SMU See XX Additional Regulations Temporary Uses See XX Wireless Telecommunications See Facilities Note: [1] Allowed only when accessory to another use, contained within a building with no street access, and without displays of merchandise visible from the street. [2] Allowed as both a primary and accessory use on a lot. [3] New construction means construction of any new structure or addition o floor area to an existing structure R 1 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT A. District Purpose. 3 The purpose of the Single Family Residential (R-1) district is to: 1. Recognize and protect the existing pattern of development in the low density, single family residential areas of the city in accordance with the General Plan; 2. Make housing available for persons who desire detached housing and a relatively large amount of usable open space; 3. Protect adjacent properties from unreasonable obstruction of light and air; and 4. Permit community facilities such as religious assembly uses, schools, parks, and libraries which serve the local population and are not be detrimental to the immediate neighborhood. Potential Phase 2 Amendment: For all residential districts, revise purpose statements to better reflect purpose of residential districts. B. Allowed Land Uses. See Table C. Development Standards Basic Standards. See Table for development standards in the R-1 district. 2. Supplemental Standards. As noted in Table , see Section (Supplemental Residential Standards) for supplemental development standards that apply in the R-1 district. 3 Revises 23D Standards from 23D unique to the R-1 district are shown in Table Provisions from 23D that apply to multiple residential districts (e.g., setback reductions) are found in (Supplemental Residential Standards). BASELINE ZONING ORDINANCE JANUARY 2018 DRAFT PAGE Page 3 of 12

28 SECTION DOCUMENT #6 SAMPLE CHAPTER CHAPTER RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS TABLE : R 1 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS Basic Standards Supplemental Standards Lot Standards Minimum Lot Area 5,000 sq. ft F Minimum Lot Area Per Dwelling Unit Minimum Lot Area for Accessory Dwelling Unit 5,000 sq. ft. 4,500 sq. ft. Maximum Coverage Area 40% H Minimum Usable Open Space Per Dwelling Unit 400 sq. ft. [1] I Primary Building Height, Maximum G New Buildings and Non-Residential Additions 28 ft. and 3 stories [2] Residential Additions 14 ft. [3] Primary Line Setbacks, Minimum D Front Rear Interior Side 20 ft. 20 ft. 4 ft. Street Side Notes: [1] Minimum open space for accessory dwelling unit is in addition to required open space for main dwelling. [2] Maximum 35 ft. with an Administrative Use Permit. [3] Maximum 28 ft. with an Administrative Use Permit. 4 ft. Potential Phase 2 Amendment: In all residential districts, streamline permitting process for residential additions by allowing the maximum height by right provided the project conforms to new objective standards R 1A LIMITED TWO FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT A. District Purpose. B. Allowed Land Uses. C. Development Standards ES R ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT A. District Purpose. B. Allowed Land Uses. C. Development Standards. PAGE BASELINE ZONING ORDINANCE JANUARY 2018 DRAFT Page 4 of 12

29 DOCUMENT #6 SAMPLE CHAPTER CHAPTER RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS SECTION R 2 RESTRICTED TWO FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT A. District Purpose. B. Allowed Land Uses. C. Development Standards R 2A RESTRICTED MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT A. District Purpose B. Allowed Land Uses C. Development Standards R 3 MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT A. District Purpose B. Allowed Land Uses C. Development Standards R 4 MULTI FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT A. District Purpose B. Allowed Land Uses C. Development Standards R 5 HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT A. District Purpose. 5 The purpose of the High Density Residential (R-5) district is to: 1. Foster development of high density, multi-story residential areas close to major shopping, transportation, and employment centers, in accordance with the General Plan; 2. Make available housing for persons who desire convenience of location and who require relatively small amounts of usable open space; 3. Assure adequate light, air, privacy and usable open space to promote and protect their physical and mental health; 4. Protect adjacent properties from unreasonable obstruction of light and air; 5. Permit the construction of residential structures, such as apartments and hotels, which will provide housing opportunities for transient or seasonal residents; and 5 Revises 23D BASELINE ZONING ORDINANCE JANUARY 2018 DRAFT PAGE Page 5 of 12

30 SECTION DOCUMENT #6 SAMPLE CHAPTER CHAPTER RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS 6. Permit the construction of institutional and office uses when such uses are not detrimental to the immediate neighborhood. B. Allowed Land Uses. See Table C. Development Standards Basic Standards. See Tables X and X for development standards in the R-5 district. 2. Supplemental Standards. As noted in Tables X and X, see Section (Supplemental Residential Standards) for supplemental development standards that apply in the R-5 district. TABLE X: R 5 LOT AND HEIGHT STANDARDS Basic Standards Supplemental Standards Minimum Lot Area Minimum Lot Area 5,000 sq. ft F Minimum Lot Area per Group Living Accommodation Room 175 sq. ft. [1] Maximum Coverage Area [4] H 1 st and 2 nd Stories 55% 3 rd Story 50% 4 th Story 45% 5 th and 6 th Stories 40% Minimum Usable Open Space I Per Dwelling Unit Per Group Living Accommodation Room 100 sq. ft. 25 sq. ft. Maximum Primary Building Height G New Construction 40 ft. and 4 stories [2] Residential Additions 18 ft. [3] Notes: [1] One additional person is allowed for 100 sq. ft. to 175 sq. ft. of remaining lot area. [2] Maximum 65 feet and 6 stories allowed with a Use Permit. [3] Maximum 40 feet and 4 stories allowed with an Administrative Use Permit [4] An addition 5 percent of coverage area per story is allowed for corner lots. 6 Standards from 23D unique to the R-5 district are shown in Table X. Provisions from 23D that apply to multiple residential districts (e.g., setback reductions) are found in (Supplemental Residential Standards). PAGE BASELINE ZONING ORDINANCE JANUARY 2018 DRAFT Page 6 of 12