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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrd 1991-2440 ORDINANCE NO. 2440 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE RANCHO DEL REY SPA III PC DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS WHEREAS, a duly verified application for a Sectional Planning Area (SPA) Plan, Public Facilities Financing Plan and PC Development Regulations was filed with the City P1 arming Department by the Rancho del Rey Partnership; and, WHEREAS, said plans proposed the development of 404.6 acres of land, located between East "H" Street and Telegraph Canyon Road immediately south of Rancho del Rey SPA I, to include 1,380 residential dwelling units and 198 acres of non-residential uses; and, WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held an advertised public hearing on said project on November 14, 1990 and recommended approval of the project, including the SPA III PC Development Regulations; and WHEREAS, the City Council set the time and place for a hearing on said project, and notice of said hearing, together with its purpose, was given by its publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the city and its mailing to property owners within 300 feet of the exterior boundaries of the property at least ten days prior to the hearing; and, WHEREAS, the hearing was held at the time and place as advertised, namely 7:00 p.m., December 18, 1990, in the Council Chambers, 276 Fourth Avenue, before the City Council, and said hearing was thereafter continued to January 15, 1991, and ultimately closed; and WHEREAS, the City Council on January 15, 1991 by Resolution No. 15993 approved with conditions the Rancho Del Rey Sectional Planning Area (SPA) III Plan, Public Facilities Plan, and PC Development Regulations, and WHEREAS, the PC Development Regulation must be adopted by ordinance pursuant to Municipal Code Section 19.48.070. The City Council of the City of Chula Vista does ordain as follows: SECTION I: That the zoning map or maps established by Section 19.18.010 of the Chula Vista Municipal Code are hereby amended by adding thereto the P1 armed Community District Regulations for Rancho Del Rey SPA III, more articularly described in Exhibit "A", attached hereto and incorporated herein ~reference if set forth herein. as Ordinance No. 2440 Page 2 SECTION II: This ordinance shall take effect and be in full force on the thirtieth day from and after its adoption. Presented by A~ s tif~ Robert A. Leiter ce M~o aard · Director of Planning City A rney Ordinance No. 2440 Page-3 P~T TIESt~E: D~LOI~ R~,TIO~S These Planned Community (PC) District Regulations are adopted pursuant to Title 19, Zoning, of the Chula Vista Municipal Code, and are intended to implement and integrate the Chula Vista General Plan, the E1 Rancho de1 Ray Specific Plan, the General Development Plan and the Sectional Planning Area Plan for Rancho del Ray SPA III. They set forth the development and use stan- dards for all property within the SPA by establishing: -- setbacks -- building heights -- parking requirements -- landscape requirements -- use restrictions -- animal regulations -- development densities -- lot size, width and depth -- fencing requirements -- signing regulations These Planned Community District Regulations are organized into two basic land use districts: -- Residential -- Special Purpose Each of these two basic districts is further broken down into specific land use districts as follows: Residential Land Use Districts RS Residential Single Family District RP Residential Planned Concept District RC Residential Condominium District RSP Residential Specialty District Special Purpose Land Use Districts OS-1 Open Space - 1 District OS-2 Open Space - 2 District OS-3 Open Space - 3 District (08/10/90) Part 3 Ordinance No. 2440 Page 4 ~s~x~A~RVII: 2eN~AI~PROVISIONS VXIo0 I~I~POSEINDSCOPE For the purposes of promoting and protecting the public health, safety and welfare of the people of the City of Chula Vista; safeguarding and enhancing the appearance and quality of develop- tent of Rancho del Ray SPA III; and, providing the social, physi- cal and economic advantages resulting from comprehensive and orderly planned use of land resources, these Planned Community District Regulations defining land use districts and regulations within those districts are hereby established and adopted by the City of Chula Vista. VXIol PRIVATE/MIRE~i~eTS The provisions of this Ordinance are not intended to abrogate any easements, covenants or other existing agreements which are more restrictive than the provisions of this Ordinance. VII,2 ~RvEILOFCO~FLI~TINGG~DINANCES Whenever the provisions of this Ordinance impose more precise regulations upon construction or use of buildings or structures, or the use of lands or premises than are imposed or required by previously adopted ordinances, the provisions of this Ordinance or rules or regulations promulgated hereunder shall 9overn. VII,3 I~T~nT.ISgs~EIeTOFLI~NDUSR DISTRICTS A. Division of ~anchodel Ray SPA Ill into Land Use Districts In order to classify, regulate, restrict and separate uses of land, buildings and structures; regulate and limit the type, height and bulk of buildings and structures in the various districts; regulate yards and other open areas abut- ting and between buildings and structures; and, regulate population densities, Rancho del Ray SPA III is hereby divid- ed into the following Land Use Districts: Residential Land Use Districts RS Residential Single Family District RP Residential Planned Concept District RC Residential Condominium District RSP Residential Specialty District ( o8/1 o/9o ) vzz-~ Ordinance No. 2440 Page 5 8~ecial Purpose Land Use Districts 0S-1 Open Space - I District 0S-2 Open Space - 2 District 0S-3 Open Space - 3 District B. Adoption of rand Use Districts - Maps These Land Use Districts and boundaries are established and adopted as designated on the Rancho del Ray SPA III Land Use DistrAct Xap of the City of Chula Vista, and San Diego County, and, together with all notations, references, data, distract boundaries and other information contained thereon, are made a part hereof and adopted concurrently herewith (see Exhibit 20). Co Filing The original of the Rancho del Rey SPA III Official Land Use District Map shall be kept on file with the City Clerk and shall constitute the original record. A copy of said map shall also be filed with the Planning Department. D. Changes to the Lend Use District Map Changes to the boundaries of the land use districts shall be made by ordinance and shall be reflected on the official Rancho del Rey SPA Ill Land Use District Map, Minor changes resulting from approval of a tract map may be made to the land use districts map as an administrative matter. ~X.4 CLARIFICATIOeOF~MBIGUITY If ambiguity arises concerning the appropriate classification of a particular use within the meaning and intent of this ordi- nance, or if ~mbiguity exists with respect to matters of height, yard requirements, area requirements or land use district boundaries as set forth herein, it shall be the duty of the Director of Planning to ascertain all pertinent facts and forward said findings and recommendations to the Planning Commission and, if approved by the Commission, or on appeal, to the City Council. Thereafter, the established interpretation shall govern. Should any provision of these regulations conflict with those of the Municipal Code, the requirements herein shall apply. VII.5 ~FFECTSOF~EGUIaTIONS The provisions of this Ordinance governing the use of land, buildings and structures, the size of yards abutting buildings and structures, the height and bulk of buildings, population densities, the D-m~er of dwelling units par acre, standards of (08/10/90) vII-2 Ordinance No. 2440 Page 6 / _ VN-3 Ordinance No. 2440 Page 7 performance, and other provisions hereby are declared to be in effect upon all land included within the boundaries of each and every land use district established by this Ordinance. VII.6 ~eF(~tC~N~T a. ~'~r~s~nt b~ City Officials The City Council, City Attorney, City aanager, City Engineer, Directors of Public Works, Public Safety and Planning, the Building Official, the City Clerk and all officials charged with issuance of licenses or permits, shall enforce the provisions of this Ordinance. Any permit, certificate or license issued in conflict with the provi- sions of this Ordinance shall be void. Adoption of this Ordtnace shall constitute a precise discretionary action by the City Council and Planning Director with regard to the planning, design and development of the Rancho del Rey SPA III property, including issues of land use, intensity, grading and slopes, letting design, landscaping and public facilities. B. ~ctions Deemed a Nuisance Any building or structure erected hereafter, or any use of property contrary to the provisions of a duly approved Design Review, Site Plan, Variance, Conditional Use Permit or Administrative Review and/or this Ordinance shall be declared unlawful and a public nuisance per se and subject to abatement in accordance with local ordinance provisions. C. Reeedtes All remedies concerning this Ordinance shall be cumulative and not exclusive. The conviction and punishment of any person hereunder shall not relieve such person from the responsibility of correcting prohibited conditions or removing prohibited buildings, structures, signs or improve- ments, and shall not prevent the enforced correction or removal thereof. VII.7 D~FINITIOieS For the purposes of this Ordinance, certain words, phrases and terms used herein shall have the meaning assigned to them by Title 19 of the City of Chula Vista Municipal Code. When not inconsistent with the context, words used in the present tense include the future; words in the singular include the plural; those in the plural include the singular. The word "shall" is mandatory; the word "may" is permissive. (08/10/90) VXX-4 Ordinance N0. 2440 Page 8 Any aspect of land use regulation within Rancho de1 Rey SPA III not covered by these district regulations or subsequent plan approvals, shall be regulated by the applicable section of the Chula Vista Municipal Code (CVMC). ( 08/10/90 ) VZZ-5 Ordinance No. 2440 Page 9 VIIIo0 P~RPOSE In addition to the purposes outlined in Chapter VII, the Residential Districts are included in the Planned Community District Regulations to achieve the following objectives: -- To reserve appropriately located areas for family living in single family dwelling unit densities consistent with sound standards of public health, safety and welfare~ -- To ensure adequate light~ air, privacy and open space for each dwelling; -- To minimize traffic congestion and avoid the overloading of public services and utilities by preventing construction of buildings of excessive bulk or n-mher in relation to the land area around them~ -- To protect residential properties from noise, illumination, unsightliness, odors, smoke and other objectionable influences~ and, -- To facilitate the provision of utility services and other public facilities commensurate with anticipated population, dwelling unit densities and service requirements. VIII.1 PERMI~-r~DANDCO~DITIOSALUSES The following uses shall be permitted where the symbol "P" appears and shall be permitted subject to a Conditional Use Permit where the symbol "C" appears. Uses where the symbol "A" appears shall be per- mitted subject to an ~ministrative Review. Pw~NITTFaUb~NATKIX-ItI~SXD~NTIALDXSTRXCTS Land Use Land Use District RS RP RC RSP A. itesidential Uses 1. Single family dwellings P P P P 2. Guest dwellings or accessor~ living quarters - 3. Duplex dwellings - P P (08/10/90) VZlZ-1 Ordinance N0. 2440 Page l0 PX~XTT~DUSE~TaIX - ~X~ID~NTL~DISTRICTS (Continued) hnd Use Land pse p~strlct RS RP 4. Mobile homes on individual lots which are certified under the National Mobilehome Construction and Safety Standards Act of ~974 P P P p 5. Group residential, including but not limited to, ~arding or rooming homes, dormitories or retir~ent h~es C A A 6. Tonhouse dwellings A P P 7. Multiple dwellings - P P B. ~i~lt~al Uses ~. All t~s o[ horticulture P P P P 2. Agricultural crops A A A A 3. ~imal raising or grazing - 4. Keeping of three (3) dogs and/or three (3) cats (over the age of four months) P P P C. ~lic ~ Sei-~lic Uses 1. Day nurseries, day care sch~ls and nursery sch~ls (mOre than ~2 children enrolled)$ C C C C 2. ~nvalescent h~es - C A 3. Churches, convents, monsterlea and other religious places of ~rship (subject to re~ir~ents of Section 19.58.110 ~C) C C C C 4. Essential public seaices, including but not limited to: sch~ls, libraries~ muse~s, ~rks, p~lic works facilities and similar installations C C C C 5. P~lic utility and p~lic se~ice s~stations, rese~oirs, p~ping plants and similar installations C C C C eFewer than ~2 children enrolled subject to City Ordinance standards. (08/~0/90) Ordinance No. 2440 Page 11 P~JlITTED USR MATRIX - ~F~IDENTIAL DISTRICTS (Continued) Land Use Land Use District R__S RP RC RSP 6. Recreational facilities, including but not limited to: country clubs, tennis and swim clubs, golf courses, racquetball and handball. (Sites for such facilities which are 2 acres or less shall be subject toAdminis- trative Review only) C C C A 7. Recreational courts, including but not limited to, tennis, basketball and similar uses A A A A D, Bome Occupations 3. Home occupations subject to the provisions of Chapter X.2 A A A A R. Accessoz7 Uses 1, Accessory structures and uses located on the same site as a permitted use A A A A 2. Accessory structures and uses located on the same site as a conditional use A A A A F. Tempotax7 Uses 1. Temporary uses as prescribed in Chapter X.1 A A A A VXII.2 pROpeRTYDEVeLOPMENT STANDARD8 a. General Standards The Property DevelolMnent Standards on the following page shall apply to all land and buildings, other than accessory buildings, f in their r.,pectiv, ,.,idantim ,nd u,s di.trict. the sl~nbol 'SP' indicates that the standard is estab- lished by the approval of a Site Plan. Minor variations to specific standards may be permitted subject to site plan or tract map approval providing that the minimums specified herein are maintained as average minimums. Lot widths and depths are typical minimums but may vary slightly with irregularly shaped lots and site specific conditions. The parking standards for a planned Senior Citizen or 'affordable' residential developmen~ may be reduced from those specified herein for the district in which it is located by the Director of Planning. (08/10/90) VIZZ-3 Ordinance No. 2440 Page 12 ~ESZDENTIAL PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS ~and Use District RS RP RC RSP 1. Lot area (in net 000's s.f.) minimum 5.0 3.5 SP SP minimum average 6.0 4.0 .... 2. Lot width (in feet) minimum 50 40 SP SP minimum average 50 45 .... 3. Lot depth (in feet) 90 90* SP SP 4. Lot coverage (percentage) 45 50 SP SP 5. Floor Area Ratio* .55 .60 SP SP 6. Front yard setback (from Public Street ROW) e) To direct entry garage** 15 15 SP SP b) To side entry garage** 10 10 SP SP c) To main residence 15 10 SP SP 7. Side yard setback a) To adjacent residential lot (min. total/min. one side) 10/5 10/3 SP S~ b) Distance between detached residential units 10 10 SP SP c) To adjacent street (corner lot) 10 10 SP SP 8. Rear yard setback1 15 15' SP $P 9. Building height, feet (maximum)2 28 28 SP SP (2-1/2 story maximum in RS & RP) accessory bldg., ~aximum 15 15 -~ 15 10. Parking spaces per unit 2 2 1.5 sp pp3 (gar.) (gar.) I bdrm +3 quest unit sMay be modified with Site Plan approval 2.0 sp 2 bdrm eeLors fronting on East "J" Street, west of Passe unit Ranchers: 28* direct entry, 23e side entry garage in RS & RP districts 2.5 sp 3, bdrm 1Exception for one story structures per unit 19.26.150 CVMC 2May be increased to 35 feet with Site Plan approval 3As required for uses approved in Precise Plan ~ (10/26/90) VIII-4 Ordinance No. 2440 B. alttntmnm Averagew Standaxis Page 13 a "minimum average" standard is provided for lot area and lot wictth criteria for single family detached products in order to provide flexibility in lot design. This standard is intended to allow for a reduced absolute standard to accommodate special circumstances while precluding a major- ity of lots at or near the minimum. The average shall be calculated using all lots within the designated parcel of the Site Utilization Plan (R-l, R-2, etc.). Lot width shall be measured 20 feet beck from the street right-of-way. C. Site Plan~eview for BP Land Use District Notwithstanding the property development standards listed above, development within the RP District may be approved with reduced standards through approval of a Site Plan. D. Precise Plan~e~uireeent for RSP DSstrict Approval of a Precise Plan is required prior to development of property within the RSP District. The application and approval of the Precise Plan shall follow the procedures and meet the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance (19.14,570 et seq CVMC) except that detailed architectural information may be deferred to a subsequent application for Site Plan approval. The Precise Plan shall establish the amount and location of each type of residential development which will comprise the district. The Precise Plan shall also establish the appropriate set of development standards, mS, RP or RC, and any exceptions, modifications or additional standards appropriate to providing and maintaining each type of housing permitted in the District. E. Group Parking Standards for ROLand Use District The parking requirements for the RC District include 0.3 spaces for quest perking. If more than one space par dwell- ing unit is assigned to the dwelling unit, then the required guest perking spaces shall be marked and clearly identified as guest parking. The guest perking spaces shall not be per- mitted to be assigned to individual dwelling units. F. Parking Standards for SeniorCitisens' Housing Parking standards may be reduced from those specified for the RC or RSP District for projects which are restricted to Senior Citizens (age 55 and above). Such a reduction shall be at the discretion of the City Council through the CuP procedure (19.14.080 CVMC). G. Special Requirements Front Yard setbacks shall be measured from the right-of-way of the fronting street. The front yard setback may be (08/10/90) VlII-S Ordinance No. 2440 Page 14 reduced, subject to site plan approval, within the RP, RC and RSP districts. If the front yard setback is reduced to less than fifteen (15) feet, and the dwelling is located on a street, cul-de-sac or court containing more than twelve dwelling units, then the garage shall be equipped with an automatic garage door opener. H. Floor Area Patio (FAR) ~.a Additions Floor area ratios shall be calculated according to Section 19.04.097 CVMC. Floor area shall exclude the area of open patios (covered but open on three sides} up to 300 square feet. Room additions may be permitted only when consistent with all property development standards, including building height and total floor area ratio I. Pacreational Vehicles The parking or storaqe of recreational vehicles on streets or in areas visible from the street for periods greater than 72 hours in residential districts shall be prohibited. En- forcement shall be through CC&RS recorded for each parcel. %'Ill.3 PERFORMANCB STANDARDS In all Residential Districts, the following performance stan- dards shall be met: ~ a. F~utpeent Air conditionere, antennas, ham radio antennas, solar panels, heating, cooling, ventilating equipment and all other mechanical, lighting or electrical devices shall be so located and operated that they do not disturb the peace, quiet and comfort of neighboring residents and shall be screened, shielded and/or sound buffered from surrounding properties end streets. All equipment shall be installed and operated in accordance with all other applicable ordin- ances. Heights Of said equipment shall not exceed that per- mitted by the zoning. Private, Individual satellite dish antennas are prohibited. Community or association operated antennas may be allowed subject to a Conditional Use Permit. B. Lanfis~eplng Requlred front and exterior slde yards shall be landscaped and consist predominantly of trees, plant materials, ground- cover and decorative rocks, except for necessary walks, drives and fences. All required landscaping shall be perma- nently maintained in a healthy end thrlving oondltlon, free frem weeds, trash and debris. Landscaping requirements may be met either by Installation by the builder or developer, ( 08/10/90 ) VIII-6 Ordinance No. 2440 or for single family development, by requiring throughp~j~.E~ that individual homeowners install front yard landscaping within one year of occupancy. Co Utilities All utility connections shall be designed to coordinate with the architectural elements of the site so as not to be expos- ed except where required by the utility provider. Pad-mount- ed transformers and/or meter box locations shall be included in the site plan along with any appropriate screening treat- ment. D. ~xteriorNoise The acceptable outdoor noise exposure level, for each resi- dential district, measured at the property line, is provided in the following table. (See Chapter 19.66 CVMC for defini- tions and additional details.) Exterior Noise Limits Receivinq Land Use District I a.m.-10 p.m. 1__0p.m.-? a.m. RE, RS, aC, RSP 55 dbA 45 dbA eEnvironmental Noise - Leq in any hour tNuisance Noise - not exceeded at any time E. Interior Noise The maximum permissible dwelling unit interior noise levels are provided in the table below. Interior NOise Limits Time Interval Any Time ! Win. i__n! hr. ~ min. i_~n 1 hr. 7 a.m.-10 p.m. 55 dbA 50 dbA 45 dbA 10 p.m.-7 a.m. 45 dbA 40 dbA 35 d_h~ F. InezT/Coaservation Buildings shall be located on the site to provide adjacent buildings adequate sunlight for solar access where practic- able. Buildings should be designed to minimize energy con- sumptionw including, but not necessarily limited to the following conservation considerations: --Co-generation --South-facing windows --Fave coverage for windows --Double glazed windows --Earth harming against exterior walls --Deciduous shade trees (o8/lo/9o) vzzz-7 Ordinance No. 2440 ' Page 16 g. Special atandards: IC District In the RC District, including the conversion of apartments to condominiums where permitted and development constructed to RC standards within the RSP District, the following performance standards shall be met: 1. Nasonry walls or fences six {6) feet in height from the highest finished grade shall be required where needed for noise attenuation and/or privacy. 2. Where a lot fronts on more than one street, it shall be considered to have multiple frontages and shall be re- quired to meet special side yard setbacks. 3. When a RC lot is adjacent to any single family zone, a minimum of fifteen (15) feet of landscaping shall be maintained on the RC lot between such uses. 4. Lockable, enclosed storage shall be provided in the carport area as required by Section ~5.56.020 CVNC; substitutions may be approved by the Director of Planning. 5. Conveniently located common laundry facilities shall be provided for units which do not have individual hook- ups. 6. Conveniently located and well screened trash bins sh~ be provided for all dwelling units. 7. Recreation vehicle (including campers,.boats and trail- ers) parking shall be provided, fully screened from view, or the development shall prohibit all parking of recreational vehicles. VIII,4 /tCC~SSO~YSTRUCTURES Accessory buildings and structures, attached or detached, used either wholly or in part for living purposes, shall meet all of the requirements for location of the main structure as construct- ed or required by the District~ whichever is less restrictive, except as provided herein: A. Enclosed accessory buildings or structure that are attached to the main building shall not be allowed to encroach into the required rear yard setback. Open structures may be allowed to encroach into the rear yard setback subject to approval by the Director of Planning. B. & detached accessor~ structure shall meet the sathack re- quirements of the main building for the front and street side yard areas. (08/10/90) VIII-8 _. Ordinance N0. 2440 C. A detached accessory structure may be located wit~l~e~ interior side yard or rear yard provided that such structure is located no closer than five (5) feet to an interior side or rear lot line, is et least six (6) feet from the main structure, and does not exceed one story in height. D. Porches, steps, architectural f)atures such as caves, awnings, chimneys, balconies, stairways, wing walls or bay windows may project not more than four (4) feet into any required front or rear yard area, and not into any required side yard more than one-half of said required yard. VXII,5 IALr~SaNDI~NC~8 In any required front or side yard adjacent to a street, a wall, fence or hedge shall not exceed forty-two (42} inches in height except as provided herein. A. A wall, fence or hedge not more than six (6) feet in height may be maintained along the interior side or rear lot lines, provided that such wall, fence or hedge does not extend into a required front or aide yard adjacent to a street except for noise attenuation as required by the City and as provid- ed herein. B. A wall, fence or hedge adjacent to · driveway or street pro- viding vehicular access to an abutting lot or street shall not exceed forty-two (42) inches in height within the front or side yard setback area of the lot. Corner cut-offs may be required to maintain a reduced height in special circum- stances for safety and visibility. C. Fiberglass sheeting, bamboo sheeting or other similar tem- porary material shall not be permitted as a fencing material on street frontages. VIII.8 SIGNS No sign or outdoor advertising structure shall be permitted in any residential district except as provided in Chapter XI. (08/10/90) VZZZ-9 Ordinance No. 2440 Page 18 CHIJMrSl lie OPeN 2PACE DISTRICTS IX, 0 PURPOSE These zoning districts are intended for open space, landscaping, recreation and public uses and are not to be confused with open apace maintenance districts. Only those additional uses which are complementary to, and can exist in harmony with, open space are permitted. There is no lot size limitation and it is intended that this district may be applied to a portion of a lot provided that the remainder of the lot meets the requirements the development zone for which it is designated. In addition to the purpose outlined in Chapter VII, the Open Space Districts are included in the Planned Community District Regulations to achieve the following objectives: -- To preserve open space for the conservation of natural resources -- Maintain the natural character of the land =- Provide for public/quasi-public and recreational uses -- Conserve areas of historic and community significance for the enjoyment of future qenerations =- Provide for private use of land under limited development -- Promote public health and safety IXol PEIMITTEDaNDCONDITI0e~LUSES The following uses shall be permitted where the slnnbol "P" appears and shall be permitted subject to a Conditional Use Permit where the symbol "C" appears. Uses where the symbol "A" appears shall be subject to Administrative Review. Land Use Arboreta - (horticultural ~arden) A P P Christmas tree sales A Commercial recreation - Day care facilities* - - P Fruit and vegetable stands C Incidental concessions ~ A P Parks P P P Parking Areas - P P Places of worship - A P Public and cfuasi-public uses C P P Recreational facilities P P P Tract ei~ns and offices (tamp.) Tree farming A A Utilities (public and private) P P P Similar uses approved by the Planning Ccemissicn P P P eSubJect to City Ordinance eeSee NOTE on following page (10/26/90) IX-1 Ordinance No. 2440 NOTE: Any proposed use which includes non-ambulatory pancy in 0S-3 District {parcel CF-1) shall be subject to additional geotechnical review to evaluate seismic safety. The City Engineer shall determine the suitabil- ity of the site for the proposed use based on the geo- technical data. PROPERTY DE~v'ELOpMENTSTANDARDS The following regulations shall apply to the site of a Permitted or Conditional Use. The requirements are minimum, unless otherwise stated. Density - Maximum dwelling unit per legal lot 0 Lot width (feet) 0 Lot depth (feet) 0 Front yard setback (feet) 20 Hear yard setback (feet) 20 Side yard setback, total/each side (feet) 20/10 Building height 35 feet or two stories, whichever is less Height of poles, clock towers, or special features Per Site Plan approval XX.3 BIGlaB Signs approved as a component of the SPA Plan shall be permitted within open space districts included within the SPA. Other signs shall be permitted only as provided in Chapter XI of these regulations. ( 10/26/90 ) IX-2 Ordinance No. 2440 Page 20 CHAkx-na X: SPECIAL USES AND C(MDITIONS X,O PURPOSE This chapter provides additional regulation for special uses and conditions which require special review standards beyond those of the basic land use districts. Temporary uses, home occupations, recreational Courts, and arcades are addressed in this chapter. Where this chapter prescribes a regulation which is more restrictive than that of the land use district in which a use is allowed, the provisions of this chapter shall apply. TEMPORARY USES A. Purpose The provisions of this section shall be known as the Temporary Use Regulations and shall provide regulations for the uses hereinafter enumerated. Temporary uses are subject to approval by the Director of Planning, except as noted. B. Temporary Uses Listed 1. Circusesr rodeos, parades or similar outdoor entertain- ment or enterprises, subject to not more than five (T~l calendar days of operation in any calendar Requests exceeding these time l~mitations will requi_. application and approval of a Conditional Use Permit. 2. Christmas tree sales lots, Halloween pumpkin sales and other holiday sales subject to not more than forty (40) calendar days of site occupation and operation in any calendar year, 3. Subdivision sales offices, sales information centers, sales pavilions, and model home complexes located within the subdivision, subject to the following minimum requirements= a. Offices shall be no closer than one vacant lot to an existing dwelling unit which is not part of the subdivision~ trailers may be used for no acre than ninety (90) calendar days or until such time as the subdivision sales offices have been completed, whichever is less7 Trailers used as sales offices for lot sales with- out model homes may be used for a parind greater than ninety (90) days, subject to site plan and architectural review approval, and the maximum use period listed below. (08/10/90) X-1 Ordinance No. 2440 c. ,n ac paved perki,g lot ,h,n bo provid g i h sufficient parking spaces to accommodate said use; d.- Offices shall be allowed for a maximum of four years~ e. Faithful performance bonding in an amount appro- priate to guarantee removal and/or conversion of the sales office and attendant facilities shall be required; and f. Other conditions that the Director of Planning deems necessary to assure that the sales office will not constitute a nuisance or be objectionable to the residential uses in the neighborhood. 4. Outdoor arts and crafts shows and exhibits, subject to not more than three (3) calendar days of operation or exhibition in any sixty (60) calendar day period. 5. Contractors' offices and storage yards on the site of an active construction project. 6. Mobilehome residences for security purposes on the site of an active construction project. 7. Temporary use of proparly designed mobile trailer units for classrooms, offices, etc., for periods not to exceed ninety days subject to Administrative Review. Requests for such uses in excess of ninety days duration shall require the approval of a Conditional Use Permit by the Planning Commission. Such units shall meet all requirements of building, fire, and health codes. 8. Charitable or school-sponsored drop-off bins for recycling of cans, newspapers, or similar items, or for drop-off of clothes and small items. Bins shall be located in the parking lots of public or semi-public proparty, on a temporary basis, when written permission is granted by the property owner or operator. Such bins shall be kept in a neat and orderly manner. Collection of bottles, cans, and newspapers shall also be regulated by the City's "Bottle Ordinance" (Section 19.58,345 CVMC). 9. Additional uses determined to be similar to the fore- going in the manner prescribed An Chapter XIII.1 of these regulations. (08/10/90) X-2 Ordinance N0. 2440 -- Page 22 C. Pezmits amt Bonds All temporary uses shall be subject to the issuance of a Temporary Use Permit by the Director of Planning, and other required permits and licenses, including but not limited to building permits, sign permits, and solicitor~s or rending licenses. Xn the issuance of such ~ permit, the Director of Planning shall indicate the permitted hours of operation and any other conditions, such as walls or fences and lighting, which are deemed necessary to reduce possible detrimental effects to surrounding development and to protect the safety and welfare of the public. Prior to the issuance of a permit for a temporary use, except those listed under 3, 6, 8, and 9 above, a cash deposit may be required of the applicant/user. This cash deposit shall be used to defray the costs of cleanup of the property by the City~ should the permittee fail to do so. D. ~xtension or liodification of Lixtts Upon written application, the Director Of Planning may extend the time within which a temporary use may be operated, or may modify the limitations under which such uses may be conducted, if it is determined that such an extension or modification is in accord with the purposes of the zoning regulations. Eo Condition of Site Following TeeporaryUsage Each site occupied any a temporary use shall be left free debris, litter, or any other evidence of the temporary u~ upon completion or removal of the use. The site shall thereafter be used only in accordance with the provisions of these zoning regulations. The application for a temporary use shall be accompanied by the fee established in the Master Fee Schedule to cover the cost of processing the application prescribed in this chapter. This fee may be waived by the approving authority for charitable groups whose use do not require public services. 1o2 ~CCOPATXOSS A. ~eneralProvisions Home occupations may be permitted only when in compliance with the conditions listed herein. A permit must be issued by the Director of Planning prior to the operation of such a use. A fee shell be paid in accordance with the Master Fee Schedule. (08/10/g0) X-3 Ordinance No. 2440 1. There shaZZ be no stock in trade or exterior materials in the conduct of a home occupation. 2. A-home occupation shall be conducted entirely within the dwelling~ if in an attached or detached garage, it shall not impede the use of said garage for vehicle storage. 3. Electrical or mechanical equipment which creates visible or audible interference in radio or television receivers, or causes fluctuations in line voltage outside the dwelling unit, shall be prohibited. 4. No one other than the residents of the dwelling may be engaged in the conduct of the home occupation. 5. There shall be no sale of goods on the premises. 6. The establishment and conduct of a home occupation shall not change the principal character or use of the dwelling unit involved. 7. There shall be no signs other than those permitted by the comprehensive sign regulations herein. 8. The required residential off-street parking shall be maintained. 9. A home occupation shall not create vehicular or pedestrian traffic in excess of that which is normal for the land use district in which it is located. 10. No vehicles or trailers {including pickup trucks and vans) or construction or other equipment, except that normally incidental to residential use, shall be kept on the site. X.3 B3C~BATIGEALC0GRTS Construction of recreational courts, including necessary fencing and lighting, may be permitted subject to Administrative Review and a finding that adjacent properties will not be unduly affected. Recreation courts shall meet the following minimum standards= A, Fences A maximum 20-foot high fence (measured from the finished grade of the court) shall be allowed. Fences shall include a screening material which screens court activity from off-site view end which improves the appearance of the fence. {08/10/90) X-4 Ordinance No. 2440 Bo Page 24 Setbacks for the court shall Side yard: 10 feet Rear yard: 10 feet C. Lighting A maximum of eight (8} lights are permitted, with height not to exceed 22 feet. All lights end lighting fixtures shall be certified by a qualified lighting engineer to: Be designed, constructed, mounted, and maintained such that the light source is cut off when viewed from any point five (5) feet above grade at the lot line. 2. Be designed, constructed, mounted, and maintained such that the maximum intensity of illumination, measured at the wall of any residential building on adjoining property does not exceed one-half foot candle more than ambient conditions. 3. Be used between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. only. D. Glare The surface area of any recreational court shall be designed, painted, colored, and/or textured to reduce t~ reflection from any light incident thereon. B. Landscaping Landscaping shall be installed as required between the court fence and property line. (o811ol9o) x-5 Ordinance No. 2440 Page 25 Xl,O PURPOSE The provisions of this chapter shall be known as the Comprehen- sive Sign Regulations. It is the purpose of these regulations to establish a comprehensive system for the control of on- and off-site signs. The City of Chula Vista recognizes the need for signs as a means to identify businesses and activities within the community. However, the City also recognizes that signing is an important design element of the physical environment. Regulations consistent with the goals and objectives of the community are necessary to ensure that the desired character and image the community is maintained. It is the purpose of this chapter to make Rancho del Ray SPA III attractive to residents and visitors by maintaining an attrac- tive signing program. Specifically, the purposes of this chapter are to: -- Protect the general public health, safety and welfare of the community; -- Reduce possible traffic and safety hazards through good signing; -- Direct persons to various activities and uses in order to provide for maximum public convenience; -- Provide a reasonable system of sign regulations to ensure the develol~nent of a high quality visual environment; -- Encourage a desirable urban character which has a minimum of clutter; and, -- Encourage signs which are well-located and take into account the usage of adjacent areas. No parson except a public officer or employee in the parformance of a public duty shall past, paint, erect, place, or otherwise fasten any sign, pannant or notice of any kind, visible frnm a public street, except as provided herein. To ensure cuspllanos with this section, a sign p~mlt shall ha required for any sign, pursuant to Section 19.60.030 of the Municipal Code, except as provided below. ( 08/10/90 ) XZ-1 Ordinance N0. 2440A. Sign Permit ~xeeptions ' Page 26 The following signs shall be exempt from the sign permit requirements; however, en electrical end/or building permit may be required. .Any signage in excess of the specific exemptions listed below is prohibited. 1. Real estate siqns for residential sales= One (1} sign per street frontage not exceeding four (4) square feet in area and five (5) feet in height, provided it is unlit and removed within fifteen (15) days after the close of escrow or the rental or lease has been accom- plished. Signs placed on the rear street frontage are prohibited. Open House signs not exceeding four (4) square feet in area and five (5) feet in height are permitted for directing prospective buyers to property offered for sale. 2. Political signs: Political signs having to do with any issue, ballot measure, political statement, expression, or candidate in any Municipal, County, State or Federal election shall be permitted subject to the following provisions and any other applicable provisions within this chapter: a. Any person, party or group posting signs in the City shall abide by the provisions set forth herein. b. All political signs shall be placed, erect,~ constructed, painted or assembled no earlier t thirty (30) calendar days prior to the election end shall be removed no later than ten (10) calen- dar days following the date of the election. c. A political sign shall not exceed thirty-two (32) square feet in total area for one side; double- faced signs shall not exceed thirty-two square feet per side. No signs shall be placed in · manner which would obstruct visibilit~ or impede pedestrian or vehicular traffic, or endanger the hmalth, safety or welfare of the coemunity. All political signs shall not exceed an overall height of eight (S) feet from the finished grade immediately around the sign. e. No political sign shall be lighted either directly or indirectly unless said sign is erected, painted or constructed on an authorized structure already -providing illumination. f. NO political sign shall be placed or affixed to a traffic signal, street light, tree, fence, utility pole or existing sign, nor on any public property (08/10/90) XI-2 Ordinance No. 2440 or in the public right-of-way if, in the of the Director of Planning, any of the following conditions exist: the sign impedes or renders public access to any public improvement dangerous, including, but not limited to utility poles and fire hydrants; obstructs the visibility of any sign designed to regulate, control or assist public or private transportation; or obstructs the vision of any user of a public right-of-way. g. No political sign shall be posted in violation of the provisions of this chapter. Further, the Director of Planning or his designee shall have the right to remove all signs placed contrary to the provisions of this section. ~ny political sign placed on private property without the consent of said private property owner may be removed by said owner or his representative. 3. Contractor or Construction Slqns: For residential projects greater than four (4) dwelling units, two (2) directory signs shall be permitted on the construction site for all contractors (may include financial institu- tions, real estate agents, subcontractors, etc.), not exceeding thirty-two (32) square feet each, unless legally required by government contracts to be larger. No sign shall exceed eight (8) feet in overall height end shall be located no closer than ten (10} feet to ~. any property line. Such signs shall be removed upon the granting of occupancy by the City. For all other projects, a total of two (2) signs per development site may be installed with a maximum of four (4) square feet in area and five {5) feet in height for each sign. Such sign(s} shall be removed upon finalization of building permits. 4. Future Tenant Identification Siqn: Future tenant identification signs may be placed on vacant or develop- ing property to advertise the future use of an approved project and where information regarding the property may be obtained. Such signs shall be limited to one (1) per fronting street, a maximum of ninety-six square feet in area and twelve (12) feet in overall height each. Further, such signs shall be placed no closer than ten (10) feet to any property line. Any such sign shall ha removed upon finmlization of build- ing permits. Where a project has in excess of 600 lineal feet of frontage, one additional sign for each 600 lineal feet is permitted. 5. Interior signs within a structure or building when not visible or readable, nor intended to be read from off-site or from outside of the structure or building. (08/10/90) XZ-3 Ordinance N0. 2440 6. aemorial tablets, ~la~ues ~ directional signs Page 28 community historical resources, installed by City-recognized historical society or civic organiza- t~ono 7. Convenience siqns and secondary directional signs not exceeding four (4) square feet in area. 8. Residential bulldinq identification siqns used to identify individual residences and not exceeding four (4) square feet in area. 9. One name plate per parcel not exceeding four (4) square feet in area for single family residential uses and agricultural uses. 10. Official and legal notices issued by any court, public body, person or officer or in furtherance of any non- Judicial process permitted by state or local law. 11. Signs providing direction o_Er warninq, and information- al signs or structures required or authorized by law or by Federal, State, County or City authority. 12. ~nsin le official flag of the United States of America tF~o (2) flags of either the State of California, or other state of the United States, counties, munici- palities or official flags for nations, and flags of internationally or nationally reco~nized organizations2 or the company flag. Flags shall be a maximum of ff (S) feet by sight (8) feet unless otherwise specifics ly approved on a Site Plan. 13. Signs o_~ public utility companies, indicating danger or which serve to aid public safety, or which show loca- tions of underground facilities or public telephones. Safety signs on construction sites. 'No Tres~assinq't 'No Parking,e and similar warning signs not exceeding four (4) square feet. pO ca su v 2 on, nc u ng u no m buses and taxicabs. 17. Signs on licensed commercial vehicles provided such vehic e~'are or 1 not used intended for use as portable signs or assay be prohibit~d in Chapter (08/10/90) XZ-4 B. Prohibited Signs Ordinance N0. 2440 Page 29 All signs not expressly permitted are prohibited in all zones, including but not limited to, the following: 1. Roof signs. 2. Flashing signs. 3. Animated signs. 4. Revolving or rotating signs. 5. Vehicle signs (when parked or stored on property to identify a business or advertise a product). 6. Portable signs (except where permitted in this chapter}. 7. Off-site. signs .(except temporary subdivision signs). 8. Signs within the public right-of-way (except those required by a governmental agency}. No sign shall be so placed, erected or constructed on a utility pole, traffic device, traffic sign, warning sign, or so as to impede access to any public improvement, or to obstruct the visibility of any such signs except as may be permitted in Section XI.1.A.4 of this chapter. 9. Signs located on public property except as may be permitted by Section XI.1.A.4 of this chapter or ~hose required by a governmental agency. 10. Signs within the public right-of-way prohibited by the Streets and Highways Code (Sac. 101 at. esq. and Sac. 1460 at. esq.), the Vehicle Code (Sac. 21400 at. seq.) and the Public Utilities Code (Sac. 7538 at. seq.}. 11. 'Signs blocking doors or fire escapes. Outside light bulb strings and exposed neon tubing outside of buildings (except for temporary uses such as Chris~m~s tree lots, carnivals and other similar events with prior approval of the City). Banners, flags, pennants and balloons (except for special events as provided for in Section XI.2.A.3 of this chapter}. 14. Inflatable advertising devices of a temporary nature including hot air halloons (except for special events as provided in this chapter). 15. Advertising structures (except as otherwise permitted in this chapter). (08/10/90) XZ-5 Ordinance No. 2440 ' Page 30 16, The use of decals, stick-on or transfer letters, tape on the walls or parapets of buildings, fences, walls or other structures. 17. Readerhoard/changeable copy signs, either electric or nonelectric, except as permitted in this chapter. 18. Signs which purport to be or are an imitation of or resemble official traffic warning devices or signs that, by color, location or lighting, may confuse or disorient vehicular or pedestrian traffic. This does not include traffic or directional signs installed on private property to control on-site traffic. C. Signs Relating to Xnoperative Activities Signs pertaining to activities or businesses which are no longer in operation, except for temporary closures for repairs, alterations.or similar situations, shall be removed from the premises or the sign copy shall be removed within thirty (30) days after the premises has been vacated. Any such sign not removed within the specified time shall constitute a nuisance and shall be subject to removal under the provisions of this chapter and local ordinances. D. Reformslant, Legal Pro~e~uress~aPenaltles Enforcement, legal procedures and penalties shall be in accordance with the enforcement procedures established ~-- the Municipal Code. Unauthorized illegal signs may abated by the City in accordance with local ordinance. i~ said sign is stored by the City, the owner may recover said sign upon payment to the City of any storage and/or removal charges incurred by the City. The minimum charge shall be no less than three dollars ($3.00) per sign. All signs removed by the City may be destroyed thirty (30) calendar days following removal. If any sign, in the opinion of the Director of Planning, is an immediate threat to the public health and safety, laid sign shall be Immediately end summarily removed with the cost of said removal charged to the property owner in accordance with local ordinances. 1. Construction: Every sign and all parts, portions and ~hall be manufactured, assembled and erected in compliance with all applicable State, Federal and City regulations and the Uniform Building Code. 2. Maintenance= Every sign an~ all ports, portions and materials shall be maintained end kept in proper repair. The display surface of all signs shall be kept clean, neatly painted and free from rust and corrosion. Any cracked or broken surfaces, or Halfunctioning or d'm'ged portions of a sign shall be (08/10/90) XI-6 Ordinance N0. 2440 repaired or replaced within thirty (30) calend~ a~ following notification of the business by the ~ity. Noncompliance with such a request will constitute a nuisance and will be abeted. Any maintenance, except a change of copy, which does not involve structural changes, is permitted. XI,2 EIG~RBGDTATI~S Sign permits may be issued for signs included under this section provided the signs are in compliance with all other applicable laws and ordinances. A. Signs Permitted in/my Lami Use District The following signs may be permitted in any land use district. These signs are in addition to those signs expressly permitted in each land use district and are subject to the provisions listed below: 1. Convenience Siqns: On-site signs no greater than six (6) square feet necessary for public convenience or safety may be epproved by the Director of Planning or his destense. Signs containing information such as "entrance", or ~extt", or dtrectional arrows shall be designed to be viewed from on-site or from an area adjacent to the site by pedestrians or motorists. Signs that convey advertising or products shall not be considered convenience signs. 2. Special Event Sins: Special event signs may be approved for a ~ of lmited period of time as a means publicizing special events such as Christmas tree lots, parades, rodeos and fairs that are to take place within Rancho del Ray SPA III. a. Community Special Events such as · rodeo or community fair may be permitted the following signage: (1) NO more than four (4) off-site signs up to thirty-two (32) square feet end eight feet in height to publicize the event. (2) Temporary advertising signs consistent with the requirements set forth in Chapter XI,1,A,2, 3. On-Site Subdivision Signs: a. One (1) temporary, on-site subdivision sign not to exceed 64 square feet total area for two (2) sides or 32 square feet for one (1) aide end total over- ell height of twelve (12) feet may be permitted on (o8/lo/9o) Ordinance N0. 2440B Page 32 . Xelati~nshiptoOther Signs Where there is more than one (1) freestanding sign located upon & lot, all such signs shall have designs which are complementary to each other by either similar treatment or incorporation of one (1) or more of the following five (5) design elements= 1. Type of construction ~aterials (such as cabinet, sign copy, supports). 2. Letter style of sign copy. 3. Type Or method used for supports, uprights or structure on which sign is supported. 4. Sign cabinet or other configuration of sign area. 5. Shape of entire sign and its several components. C. Landscaping Each freestanding sign shall be located in a landscaped area which is of a shape, design and size (equal to at least the maximum allowable sign area) that will provide a compatible setting and ground definition to the sign. The landscaped area shall be maintained in a neat, healthy and thriving condition. D. IlltminationandMotion Signs shall be stationary structures (in all components) and illumination, if any, shall be maintained by artificial light which is stationary and constant in intensity and color at all times (non-flashing). B. 8~gnCopy The name of the business, use, service and/or identifying logo shall be the dominant message on the sign. Inclusion of advertising Xnfornation is prohibited. F. blatice~hlptoStreets Signs shall be designed so as not to obstruct any pedestrian, bicyclist, or driver's view of the street right-of-way. (08/10/90) XZ-ll Ordinance N0. 2440 d. Maximum Height: Wall or building mounteaigel~s shall not extend beyond the building roofline~ freestanding signs shall not exceed six (6) feet from finished grade. e. Other Standards: Wall or building mounted signs can include the name and address of the institution only. Frees~anding signs may also incorporate electric or nonelectric changeable copy for events and announcements. 2. Neighborhood Identification: For neighborhood and project entrances and amenitles (e.g., neighborhood perkY, the following apply: a. Type: May be freestanding, wall or building mounted. b. Maximum Nnmher: One (1) per neighborhood/project entrance or amenity with a maximum of two (2). c, Maximum Sign Area: 36 square feet, d. Maximum Height: Six (6) feet for wall or building mounted signs~ four (4) feet for freestanding signs. e. Other Standards: Copy shall be limited to name - and address of development or facility. XI.3 DBSI~Q STANDARDS Each sign shall be designed with the intent and purpose of complementing the architectural style of the main building or buildings, or type of business on the site. To the extent possible, signs located on commercial sites, but in a pre- dominantly residential area, shall take compatibility with the residential area into consideration. a. RelmtionshiptoBuildings Signs located upon · lot wi~h only one main building housing the use which the sign identifies, shall be designed to be compatible with the predominant visual elements of the building, such ms construction materials, color or other design materials. The Director of Planning may condition approval of any sign tO require such visual elements to be incorporated into the design of the sign where such element(s) is necessary/to achieve · significant visual relationship between the sign and building or buildings, ( o8/~ o/9o ) xz-1 o Ordinance No. 2440 Page 34 remove the sign. & copy of said consent shall ~ filed with the Department of Planning prior to acceptance of n sign permit application. f. A kiosk location plan shell be prepared showing the site of each kiosk and shall be submitted to and approved by the Director of Planning prior to the acceptance of a sign permit application. g. Any sign approved for a particular subdivision within Rancho de1 Ray SPA III shall not be changed to another subdivision without prior approval of the Director of Planning. h. There shall be no additions, tag signs, streamers, devices, display boards, or appurtenances added to the sign as originally approved. Further, no other directlone1 signing may be used as posters, portable signs, vehicle signs, trailer signs or temporary subdivision (bootleg) signs. i. All off-site subdivision signs not conforming to this ordinance shall be deemed a public nuisance and removed. J. A three hundred dollar ($300.00) cash deposit shall be placed with the City to ensure compliance with this chapter. Any sign placed contrar7 to the provisions of this chapter maybe removed ~- the City and the cost of removal shall be deduc from said deposit. Additional costs incurred Dy the City resulting from the removal of illegal signs shall be charged to the developer. k. Said sign shall be allowed until the units within the subdivision are sold out, or for a period of twenty-four (24} months, whichever o~curs first. Extensions of twelve (12) months may be approved by the Director of Planning. B. Signs PeraittedinBesidential Districts 1. Institutional Siqns: For private schools, churches, day care centers and other similar uses. a. Type= May be freestanding, wall or building mounted. b. Number= One (1) per street frontage with a maximum total of two (2). c. Maximum Sign Area= Wall or building mounted sign, 20 square feet~ freestanding sign, 24 square feet for identification, 36 square feet with changeable copy. (08/10/90) XI-9 ~ Ordinance No. 2440 each Circulation Element street frontageP~e~e property being subdivided, not to exceed two {2) such signs for all phases of any subdivision~ otherwise, a maximum of one (3} sign is permitted. b. Such sign shall be for the identification of a subdivision, price inform~tion and the developer's name, address and telephone number. c. Such signs shall be removed within ten calendar days from the date of the final sale of the land and/or residences or within twenty-four (24) months, whichever comes first. Extensions of twelve (12) months may be approved by the Director of Planning. d. Signs shall be maintained in good repair at all times. e. A cash deposit of three hundred dollars ($300.00) per sign shall be deposited with the sign applica- tion to ensure compliance with this chapter and removal of such sign. Said deposit shall be refunded to the applicant upon sign removal by the applicant. If the City is forced to remove any signs, the cost of removal shall be deducted from the deposit. 4. Off-Site Subdivision Directional Siqn: a. A maximum of four (4) signs may be used to lead customers to the site. b. Signs shall be made of panels which shall he no longer than seventy-two (72} inches by twelve inches each and shall be grouped on a single, double or four-sided sign kiosk. Such structure shall contain no more than seven {7) panels per side nor exceed seven (7) feet in height. c. A sign kiosk shall be located not less than three hundred (300} feet fro~ an existing approved sign site. Further, each sign may only contain the name of the planned community, subdivision, developer or development logo end a directional arrow. d. The placement of each sign structure and its copy ehaI1 be reviewed and approved by the Director of Planning prior to installation. e. All kiosks that are to be placed on private property shall be with prior written consent of the property owner to allow the City, in the event of noncompliance, to enter said property end (08/30/90) XZ-8 Ordinance No. 2440 Page 36 C!!AFTBR XlI: PARKING XII.0 P~3RPOSE All regulations set forth in this section are for the purpose of providing convenient off-street parking space for vehicles. The parking requirements of this section are to be considered as the minimum necessary for such uses permitted by the respective zone. The intent of these regulations is to provide properly designed parking areas with sufficient capacity and adequate circulation to minimize traffic congestion and promote public safety. It shall be the responsibility of the developor, owner, or operator of the specific use to provide and maintain adequate off-street parking. Xll.1 ~snasa,.AL PROVISIOHS A. Off-street parking facilities for both motor vehicles and bicycles, shall be provided for any new building constructed, for any new use established, for any addition or enlargement of an existing building or use, and for any change in the occupancy of an existing building. B. For additions or enlargement of an existing building or ~ or a change of occupancy or manner of operation that wou_u increase the number of parking spaces required, the additional parking spaces shall be required only for the addition, enlargement or change, and not for the entire building or use, unless required as a condition of approval of a Conditional Use Permit. C. The required parking facilities for any development shall be located on the same site or, if an irrevocable access and/or parking easement is obtained, the parking may be on an adjacent site. Property within the ultimate right-of-way of a street or highway shall not be used to provide required parking, l~ading, or unloading facilities. D. The requirements of this ordinance shall apply to temporary as well as permanent uses, E. All required off-street parking spaces shall be designed, located, constructed and maintained so as to be fully usable during workday periods or as needed by the use of the premises. F. Where the application of these schedules results in a fractional parking space, then the fraction shall be rounded to the next higher whole n-m~er. ( 08/~ 0/90 ) xzz-~ Ordinance No. 2440 G. The parking re~uirement for uses not specifically 11~88 A~ the matrix shall be determined by the approval body for the proposed use on the basis of requirements for similar uses, and on- any traffic engineering and planning data that is appropriate to the establishment of a minimum requirement. H. In situations where a combination o~ uses are developed on a site, parking shall be provided for each of the uses according to the schedule given in this section. I. A maximum of 25 parcent (1/4) of the parking spaces required on any site may be provided as "compact** spaces for non- residential uses, subject to approval of the Design Review Committee. J. Parking provided in garages or carports shall be included in on-site parking calculations for oonformance with City policy/standards. XXl.2 ~'~"'~"~'2 OF OFF-2TREET PA~ING BEQUIPaME~TS USE MINIMUM OFF-STREET PARKING REQUIRED Po~llc ~ ~eml-Pu.bltc Uses 1. Day nurseries, I space/staff member plus 1/space/ day care schools 5 children or I space/10 children if adequate drop-off facilities are provided. Drop-off facilities must be designed to accommodate a continuous flow of passenger vehic- les safely loading and unloading children. The adequacy of drop-off facilities shall be determined by the Director of Planning. 2. Convalescent and/ I space/3 beds. or nursing homes 3. Churches, convents, 1 space/3.5 seats within the main monasteries, other auditorium or 1 space/45 square religions instit- feet of gross floor area within utions~ and other the main auditorium where there spaces of public are no fixed seats. assembly 4. Public Utilities To be determined by the Director Of Planning. 6. Parks (public To be determined by the Dlrector or private) of Planning (08/10/90) XZZ-2 Ordinance No. 2440' Page 38 ~z~--x3~ OF O!/-/PffiG i~IaOZ~S (Continue~) USE MINI~ OFF-S~ET P~KING ~QUI~D B. Slngle P~ly braids- tlml m~ MultIple F~ly Resld~tlal 3. aS, RP DIstricts 2 garage spaces ~r unit +3 guest space 2. RC District 3.5 s~ces ~r 3 ~ unit 2.0 S~ces ~r 2 ~ unite 2.5 s~ces ~r 3+ ~ unit 3. RSP Dlstrlct As required for uses approved in Precise Plan May be combination of on- and off-street ~rklng on private streets only. C. ~1~ Perklng R~l~ts Handicapped parklng requirements are established by ~he State of California. The parking standards contained in this section are Identical to those established by the State. ~y future change in the State handlcap~d park~ standards shall pre~pt the re~tr~ents of this section. Handicapped parking =or residential uses shall be provided at the rate of one s~ce for each dwelllng unit that ls designed for occu~ncy by the handlcap~d. 2. Handicapped parking s~ces shall ~ provlded for all uses other than rest~enttal at the following rate= USE MINI~ OFF-S~ P~ING ~QUI~D N-m~r of Aut~obtle N-m~r of hn~lcep~d SMces Provld~ S~ces Re~tr~ ~ - 40 3 43 - 80 2 83 - ~20 3 323 - 360 4 36~ - 300 5 303 - 400 6 403 - S00 7 ~er 500 7 · 3 for each 200 e~ttloM1 aut~obtle s~ees provt~e~ (08/10/90) XII-3 Ordinance No. 2440 ~ O~ O~F-BTRBFI' PARlING RB00:IIBSENTS {Continu~e 39 3. Handicapped parking spaces required by this section shall count toward fulfilling standard automobile parking requirements. Do Bi~4rcle Pmrkingiequiresents The matrix below contains minimum bicycle parking requirements. Only those uses identified in the matrix are required to install bicycle parking. Bicycle parking facilities shall be stationary storage racks or devices designed to secure the frame and wheel of the bicycle. USE MINIMUM BICYCLING PARKING REQUIRED 1. Public and Semi- 4 spaces Public uses 111.3 PROPERTY DB'VXLOP!~NTSTANDARDS The following property development standards shall apply to all parking areas required by the Planned Community District Regulations. A. GeneralRequirements The following are minimums unless otherwise stated: 1. Residential - Automobile Parking a. Covered (garage or carport) 10' x 20' each space b. Uncovered 9' x 18.5 each space co On-street~ -Space adjacent to driveway or street corner 18.5 ft curb length -Other spaces 23.0 ft curb length 2. All others shall use Parking Table, on the following 3o Bic-Jcle parking space: 2' · 6~ 4. Automobile, handicapped and bicycle: All parking stalls and maneuvering areas shall be paved and permanently maintained with asphalt, concrete or any other all weather surfacing approved by the Director of Planning and subject to currant City standards. (o8/lo/9o) xzz-4 Ordinance No. 2440 Page 40 (o8/lo/go) xzx-5 Ordinance No. 2440 5, Striping and identification Page 41 a. Automobile: A11 perking staZZs shaZZ be clearZy outlined with painted lines on the surface of the perking facility. b. Handicapped: All handicapped spaces shall be striped and marked according to applicable State standards. c. Bicycle: All bicycle spaces shall be clearly identified. B. Special Requiresants 1. Any unused space resulting from the design of the parking area shall be used for landscaping purposes. 2. All landscaped islands in parking lots shall have a minimum inside dimension of four (4) feet and shall contain a twelve (12) inch wide walk adjacent to any parking stall and be separated from vehicular areas by six (6) inch high and six (6) inch wide concrete curbing. 3. All landscaped areas shall be irrigated automatically and kept in a healthy and thriving condition free from weeds, debris and trash. 4. All parking facilities shall have lighting in accord- ance with current City standards. Lighting shall be designed and installed so as to confine direct lllomina- tion to the site. Parking lot lights shall have a maximum height of eighteen (18) feet from the finished grade of the perking surface and shall be directed away from property lines. 5. All perking facilities shall be graded and drained so as to provide for the disposal of all surface water which may accumulate on the site. 6. In residential districts, the perking of motorized and non-motorized vehicles shall be subject to the following requirements: a. No motorized or non-motorized vehicle shall be perked, stored or kept in the front yard except on land adjacent to the driveway or in the driveway. b. If motorized or non-motoriZed vehicles are to be parked, stored or kept on the lot other than as permitted above, they aust be for the personal use of the resident. (08/10/90) XZZ-6 Ordinance No. 2440 Page 42 x~x,4 a. ~a~ntmnm-~ All ~rk~ng facilities required by th~s ordinance shall be maintained ~n g~ operating condition for the ~uration of the use requiring such facilities.. Such facilities shall be used exclusively for the ~rk~ng of vehicles. The parking facil~t~es shall not be used for the storage of merchandise, or for the storage or repair of vehicles or equipment. Parking facll~ties shall not be used for the sale of merchandise except on a tem~rary basis pursuant to Section X.~ (T~porary Uses). All garages and ~arports utilized to meet the parking standards for resi~ential dis~ricts shall ~ ~intained to provide accessib~l~ty for parking pur~ses. B. BandScapped, bicycle and carpool parking areas, when required, shall be located w~thin close proximity to the entrance to the facllit~. (08/10/90) XZI-7 _ Ordinance No. 2440 Page 43 CHAPTER XIII: AINflNISTRATION XllI.0 PURPOSE The Land Use District Map and these Planned Community District Regulations shall be administered as provided for herein. XIlI. 1 STANDARD PRCx~d~ORES A, General The Administrative Procedures, Conditional Uses, and Variances, Chapter 39.14 of the Chula Vista Municipal Code, shall be utilized as applicable to the administration of the Rancho del Ray SPA III. B, 2ectional Planntng &r~as (SPA) The administration of the SPA Plan shall be as provided for in Section 19.48.090 through Section ~9.48.~30, inclusive, of the Chula Vista Municipal Code, except that the Director of Planning may accept less detail or require additional detail to suit the scope of the SPA. III1.2 A. Purpose Certain uses may vary greatly in their effect depending on the scope, location or exact circumstances. In order to avoid the permitting of these uses without any formal review, and to relieve the Planning Commission and City Council of formally reviewing uses which have insignificant or compatible effects, an Administrative Review procedure is established. B. Application Administrativm Review is applicable to uses identified on the Permitted Uses matrix herein by the s~mbol Co Procedures The procedures shall ha as specified in Section 19.14.030, Zoning Administration - Actions Authorized without Public Nearing, in the Chula Vista Municipal Code, except that in addition, the Zoning Administrator (Director of Planning) may determine after reviewing the scope, location or exact circumstances of the proposed use, that the formal hearing process of the Conditional Use Permit procedure is warranted. (08/10/90) XIIX-1 Ordinance N0. 2440 If the Zoning administrator makes this determination, tl. Page 44 the applicant shall be required to comply with the Conditional Use Permit procedures as specified in Sections 19.14,060 through 19.~4.~0 inclusive, of the Chula Vista Municipal Code. llll.3 SITE PLAN AND ARCHITECTO]U%L aPPROVAL &. Purpose The purpose of site plan and architectural approval is to review proposed projects to determine compliance with the provisions of these regulations and to promote orderly and harmonious development with good design character. B. Application This approval process is applicable to projects within all districts except the RS district, where the Tentative Tract Nap approval process may be used. Single family detached units on lots exceeding 5,000 square feet may use the Tentative Tract Nap to satisfy the Site Plan Review requirement. Commercial and industrial projects shall be reviewed by the Design Review Committee as specified in Section 19.14.579 of the Chula Vista Nuntcipal Code C. Procedures The procedures shall be as specified in Section 19.14.~ through Section 19.14,480 inclusive, of the Chula Vis~n Municipal Code. 1II1.4 In the event that these regulations do not address any partic- ular matter relevant to the proper development and use of proper- ty within Rancho del Rey SPA III, the provisions of Title 19 of the Chula Vista Municipal Code shall apply. (08/10/90) XIZZ-2 ~ Ordinance No. 2440 Page 45 PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Chula Vista, California, this 12th day of March, 1991, by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers: Moore, Nader, Rindone NOES: Councilmembers: None ABSENT: Councilmembers: Malcolm ABSTAIN: Councilmembers: None oore Mayor, Pro-Tempore ATTEST: STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO ) ss. CITY OF CHULA VISTA ) I, Beverly A. Authelet, City Clerk of the City of Chula Vista, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 2440 had its first reading on March 5, 1991, and its second reading and adoption at a regular meeting of said City Council held on the 12th day of March, 1991. Executed this 12th day of March, 1991. Beverly A[ Authelet, City Clerk