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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council - 2002-33 EP'!;JQ 8" (A C) RESOLUTION NO. 2002-33 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ADOPTING LOCAL COASTAL PROGRAM AMENDMENT NO. 02-01 AND REQUESTING ITS CERTIFICATION BY THE CALIFORNIA COASTAL COMMISSION WHEREAS, after notice duly given pursuant to Government Code Section 65090 and Public Resources Code Sections 30503 and 30510, the Planning Commission of the City of Huntington Beach held public hearings to consider the adoption of the Huntington Beach Local Coastal Program Amendment No. 02-01, and such amendment was recommended to the City Council for adoption; and The City Council, after giving notice as prescribed by law, held at least one public meeting regarding the proposed Huntington Beach Local Coastal Program Amendment No. 02-01; and The City Council finds that the proposed amendment is consistent with the Certified Huntington Beach Coastal Land Use Plan and Chapter 6 of the California Coastal Act; and The City Council of the City of Huntington Beach intends to implement the Local Coastal Program in a manner fully consistent with the California Coastal Act, NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach does hereby resolve as follows: SECTION 1. That the Huntington Beach Local Coastal Program Amendment No. 02-01 is hereby approved, consisting of an ordinance pertaining to Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) described below: Ordinance Subiect Description No. 3410 ZTA No. 97-1 Residential district standard A copy of the aforesaid ordinance is attached hereto as Exhibit A, and is incorporated by this reference as though fully set forth herein. SECTION 2. That the California Coastal Commission is hereby requested to consider, approve and certify Huntington Beach Local Coastal Program Amendment No. 02- 01. SECTION 3. That pursuant to Section 13551(b) of the Coastal Commission Regulations, Huntington Beach Local Coastal Program Amendment No. 02-01 will take effect 02reso/arnend 02-01/4/24r02 1 Res. No. 2002-33 automatically upon Coastal Commission approval, as provided in Public Resources Code Sections 30512, 30513 and 30519. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach at a regular meeting thereof held on the 20th day of May , 2002. ATTEST: /aim" d'tvlr,� �� - City Clerk 83-za-az f Mayor REVIEWED AND APPROVED: APPROVED AS TO FORM: City Ad nistrator ecCity Attorney TN12Z AND APPROVED-. D' ctor of Planning 02resolamend 02-0I/3/26/02 2 Res.No.2002-33 Ex.A Res.No.2002-33 Ex.A ORDINANCE NO. 3410 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON ZONNG AND SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE BY AMENDING CHAPTER 210, SECTION 230.88, SECTION 232.08, AND SECTION 241.04 THEREOF (ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 97-01) WHEREAS, pursuant to the California State Planning and Zoning Law, the Huntington Beach Planning Commission and Huntington Beach City Council have held separate, duly noticed public hearings to consider Zoning Text Amendment No. 97-01, which amends Chapter 210, Section 230.88, Section 232.08, and Section 241.04 thereof; and After due consideration of the findings and reconunendations of the Planning Commission and all other evidence presented,the City Council finds that the aforesaid amendment is proper and consistent with the General Plan, NOW,THEREFORE,the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach does hereby ordain as follows: SECTION 1. That Chapter 210 of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance is hereby amended to read as shown on the document attached hereto as Exhibit"A," which document is incorporated by this reference as thought fully set forth herein. SECTION 2. That Section 230.88 of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance is hereby amended to read as shown on the document attached hereto as Exhibit "B," which document is incorporated by this reference as thought fully set forth herein. SECTION 3. That Section 232.08 of the Huntington Beach Zoning,and Subdivision Ordinance is hereby amended to read as shown on the document attached hereto as Exhibit "C," which document is incorporated by this reference as thought fully set forth herein. 1 g:4;980rdi nance=97-01 RLS 96-225 Reslreog.33 Ex.A SECTION 4. That Section 241.04 of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance is hereby amended to read as shown on the document attached hereto as Exhibit "D," which document is incorporated by this reference as thoughtfully set forth herein. SECTION S. This ordinance shall take effect thirty days after its adoption. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach at a regular meeting thereof held on the 1st day of Februar 1998. \-�t74J-A-3-- ... Mayor ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM: City Clerk C'�`Atorney REVIEWED A1,11) APPROVED: TIATED AND APPROVED: _ UGcZ.�tom' City Ad 'nistrator D6e6tor of PI g ATTACHMENTS: Exhibit A:New H13ZSO Chapter 210 Exhibit B:New HBZSO Section 230.88 Exhibit C:New HBZSO Section 232.08 Exhibit D: New HBZSO Section 241.04 2 g;4:980rd inance=97-01 RiS 99-225 Res.No.2002-33 Ex.A EXHIBIT A Res.4*0-33 Ex.A DRAFT ORDINANCE Chapter 210 Residential Districts Sections: 210.02 Residential Districts Established 210.04 RL, RM, RMH, RH, and RMP Districts: Land Use Controls 210.06 RL, RM, RMH,RH, and RMP Districts: Property Development Standards 210.08 Development Standards for Senior Projects 210.10 Modifications for Affordable Housing 210.12 Planned Unit Development Supplemental Standards and Provisions 210.14 RMP District Supplemental Development Standards 210.16 Review of Plans 210.02 Residential Districts Established The purpose of the residential districts is to implement the General Plan and Local Coastal Program Land Use Plan residential land use designations. Five (5) residential zoning districts are established by this chapter as follOWS:(3334) A. The RL Low Densitv Residential District provides opportunities for single-family residential land use in neighborhoods, subject to appropriate standards. Cluster development is allowed. Maximum density is seven (7)units per acre. B. The RM Medium Density Residential District provides opportunities for housing of a more intense nature than single-family detached dwelling units, including duplexes, triplexes, town houses, apartments, multi-dwelling structures, or cluster housing with landscaped open space for residents'use. Single-family homes, such as patio homes, may also be suitable. Maximum density is fifteen(15) units per acre. C. The RMH Medium High Density Residential District provides opportunities for a more intensive form of development than is permitted under the medium density designation while setting an upper limit on density that is lower than the most intense and concentrated development permitted in the City. One subdistrict has been identified with unique characteristics where separate development standards shall apply: RMH-A Small Lot. Maximum density is twenty-five(25) units per acre. D. The RH High Density Residential District provides opportunities for the most intensive form of residential development allowed in the City, including apartments in garden type complexes and high rise where scenic and view potential exists, subject to appropriate standards and locational-requirements. Maximum density is thirty-five(35) units per acre. E. The RMP Residential Manufactured Home Park District provides sites for mobile home or manufactured home parks, including parks with rental spaces and parks where spaces are individually owned. Maximum density is nine(9) spaces per acre. Huntington Beach Zoning and subdivision Ordinance Chapter 2I0 210-1 M0199 ReSAVA02-33 Ex.A DRAFT ORDINANCE 210.04 RL, RMI , RMH, RH, and RMP Districts: Land Use Controls In the following schedules, letter designations are used as follows: "P" designates use classifications permitted in residential districts. "L" designates use classifications subject to certain limitations prescribed by the "Additional Provisions" that follow. "PC" designates use classifications permitted on approval of a conditional use permit by the Planning Commission. "ZA" designates use classifications permitted on approval of a conditional use permit by the Zoning Administrator. "TU" designates use classifications allowed upon approval of a temporary use permit by the Zoning Administrator. "P/U" designates that accessory uses are permitted, however, accessory uses are subject to approval of a conditional use permit if the primary use requires a conditional use permit. Use classifications that are not listed are prohibited. Letters in parentheses in the "Additional Provisions" column refer to provisions following the schedule or located elsewhere in the zoning ordinance. Where letters in parentheses are opposite a use classification heading, referenced provisions shall apply to all use classifications under the heading. (Rest of page not used) Huntington Beach Zoning and subdivision Ordinance Chaptcr 210 21 Q-2 1120199 Res.NM16 Ex.A DRAFT ORDINANCE RL,RM,RiMH, RH, and P = Permitted RMP DISTRICTS: L = Limited(see Additional Provisions) (3334) LAND USE CONTROLS PC = Conditional use permit approved by Planning Commission ZA =.Conditional use permit approved by Zoning Administrator TU = Temporary Use Permit P/U = Requires conditional use permit on site of conditional use = Not Permitted RL RIM RMH R'MIP Additional RH Provisions Residential Uses (A)(M)(Q) Day Care, Ltd. P P P P Group Residential - - PC - Multi-family Residential (B)(C)(D) 2 -4 units ZA P P - 5 - 9 units ZA ZA ZA - 10 or more units PC PC PC - Manufactured Home Parks ZA ZA - ZA (E)(F) Residential, Alcohol Recovery, Ltd. P P P P Residential Care, Limited P P P P Single-Family Residential P P P P (B)(D)(F)(P) Public and Semipublic (A)(0) Clubs& Lodges PC PC ZA ZA Day Care, Large-family ZA ZA ZA ZA Day Care, General L-1 ZA ZA ZA Park& Recreation Facilities L2 L-2 L-2 L 2 Public Safety Facilities PC PC PC PC Religious Assembly L-3 PC PC PC Residential Care, General - L-1 PC PC Schools,Public or Private PC PC PC PC Utilities,Major PC PC PC PC Utilities, Minor P P P P Commercial Horticulture ZA ZA ZA ZA Nurseries ZA ZA ZA ZA Visitor Accommodations Bed and Breakfast Inns - - L-4 - Accessory Uses PIU PIU Pfu PIU (A)(G)(H)(I)(L)(M) Temporary Uses (j)(M) Commercial Filming, Limited P P P P Real Estate Sales TU TU TU P (N) Personal Property Sales P P P P Street Fairs TU TU TU TU Nonconforming Uses (K)(L) Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision ordinance Chapter 210 210-3 1n0199 Res.J$ddk3 Ex.A DRAFT ORDINANCE RL, Rim,RMH, RH, and FMW Districts: Additional Provisions L-1 A conditional use permit from the Planning Commission is required and only allowed on lots 1.0 acre (gross acreage) or greater fronting an arterial in RL District. L-2 Public facilities permitted,but a conditional use permit from the Zoning Administrator is required for private noncommercial facilities, including swim clubs and tennis clubs. L-3 A conditional use permit from the Planning Commission is required, and only schools operating in conjunction with religious services are permitted as an accessory use. A General Day Care facility may be allowed as a secondary use, subject to a conditional use permit,if the Planning Commission finds that it would be compatible with adjacent areas and not cause significant traffic impacts. See Section 230.06: Religious Assembly Yard Requirements. L-4 A conditional use permit from the Planning Commission is required and only allowed on lots 10,000 sq. ft. or greater in the RMH-A subdistrict. See also Section 230.42: Bed and Breakfast Inns. (A) Any addition or modification subsequent to the original construction that would result in an increase in the amount of building area, or a structural or architectural alteration to the building exterior, shall require an amendment to the previously approved conditional use permit, if any, or approval of a new conditional use permit. (B) A conditional use permit from the Planning Commission is required for residential uses requesting reduction in standards for senior citizens (See Section 210.08), for affordable housing (See Sections 210.10 and 230.14), or for density bonus (See Section 230.14). (C) A conditional use permit from the Zoning Administrator is required for any multiple family residential development that: (1) abuts an arterial highway; (2) includes a dwelling unit more than 150 feet from a public street; or (3) includes buildings exceeding 25 feet in height. (D) See Section 210.12: Planned Unit Development Supplemental Standards. In addition, a conditional use permit is required for condominium conversion pursuant to Chapter 235. (E) See Section 210.14: RMP District Supplemental Standards. In addition, a conditional use permit by the Zoning Administrator is required for the addition of manufactured home space(s) to an existing Manufactured Home Park. (F) See Section 230.16: Manufactured Homes. (G) See Section 230.12: Home Occupation in R Districts. (H) See Section 230.08: Accessory Structures. (I) See Section 230.10: Accessory Dwelling Units. Hundrig on Beach Zoning and subdivision ordinance Chapter 210 2104 1120199 Res.'No.1002-33 Ex.A DRAFT ORDINANCE RL, RM, RMH, RH, and WMP Districts: Additional Provisions (3) See Section 241.20: Temporary Use Permits. (K) See Chapter 236: Nonconforming Uses and Structures. (L) See Chapter 233: Signs. (M) Tents, trailers, vehicles, or temporary structures shall not be used for dwelling purposes. (N) See Section 230.18- Subdivision Sales Offices and Model Homes. (0) Limited to facilities on sites of fewer than 2 acres. (P) See Section 230.22: Residential Infill Lot Developments. (Q) See Section 230.20: Payment of Parkland Dedication In-Lieu Fee 210.06 RL, RM, RMH,RH, and RMP Districts: Property Development Standards The following schedule prescribes development standards for residential zoning districts and subdistricts designated on the zoning map. The columns establish basic requirements for permitted and conditional uses; letters in parentheses in the "Additional Provisions" column refer to "Additional Development Standards" following the schedule. In calculating the number of units permitted on the site, density is calculated on the basis of net site area. Fractional numbers shall be rounded down to the nearest whole number except that one dwelling; unit may be allowed on a legally created lot complying with minimum lot area. All required setbacks shall be measured from ultimate right-of-way and in accordance with the definitions set forth in Chapter 203, Definitions. Any new parcel created pursuant to Title 25, Subdivisions, shall comply with the minimum building site requirements of the district in which the parcel is located unless approved as a part of a Planned Unit Development. (Rest of page not used) Huntington Beach Zoning and subdivision Ordinance Chapter 210 2 t 0-i !/20199 Res.No.2002-33 Ex.A DRAFT ORDINANCE Property Development Standards for Residential Districts RL R1�1 RIMH-A RMH RH RMP Additional Subdistrict Provisions Minimum Building Site 6,000 6,000 2,500 6,000 6,000 10 ac. (A)(B)(C) Width(ft.) 60 60 25 60 60 NIA Cul de sac frontage 45 45 - 45 45 NIA Minimum Setbacks (D)(R) Front (ft.) 15 15 12 10 10 10 (E)(F) Side (ft.) 3;5 3;5 3;5 3;5 3;5 - (G)(I)(J) Street Side (ft.) 6;10 6;10 5 6;10 6;10 10 (H) Rear(ft.) 10 10 7.5 10 10 - (I)(J) Accessory Structure (U) Garage (K) Projections into Setbacks (L)(R) Maximum Height(ft.) Dwellings 35 35 35 35 35 20 (M) Accessory Structures 15 15 15 15 15 15 (M)(R) Maximum Floor Area - - 1.0 - - - Ratio (FAR) Minimum Lot Area per 6,000 2,904 1,742 1,244 - Dwelling Unit (sq. ft.) Maximum Lot 50 50 50 50 50 75 (V) Coverage (%) Minimum Floor Area (N) Minimum Usable Open Space (0) Courts (P) Accessibility within Dwellings (Q) Waterfront Lots (R) Landscaping See Chapter 232 (S) Fences and Walls See Section 230.88 Lighting (T) Underground Utilities See Chapter 17.64 Screening of Mechanical Equipment See Section 230.76 Refuse Storage Areas See Section 230.78 Antenna See Section 230.80 Performance Standards See Section 230.82 Off-Street Parking and Loading See Chapter 231 Signs. See Chapter 233 Nonconforming Structures See Chapter 236 * Lots 50 feet or less in width= 1 unit per 25 feet of frontage; Lots greater than 50 feet in width= 1 unit per 1,900 square feet NIA=Not applicable Huntington Beach Zoning and subdivisions ordinance Chapter 2 i 0 21 0-b 1120/99 �pia Res.No.2002-33 Ex.A DRAFT ORDINANCE RL,RIM, RMH, RH, and RMP Districts: Additional Development Standards (A) See Section 230.62: Building Site Required and Section 230.64: Development on Substandard Lots. (B) See Section 230.66: Development on Lots Divided by District Boundaries. (C) The minimum lot area shall be 12,000 square feet for General Day Care, General Residential Care, and Public or Private Schools, except minimum lot area for General Day Care in the R-L district shall be one (1) gross acre. (D) Building Separation, The minimum spacing between buildings including manufactured home units shall be 10 feet. 4 (E) Variable Front Setback for Multi-family Projects. Projects with more than 4 units in the RM District, more than 8 units in the RMH District, or more than 14 units in the RH District shall provide a minimum.setback of 15 feet from any public right-of-way. Minimum 50% of the garages shall be setback 20 feet from the front property line. See Section 210.12 B. (F) Upper-story Setbacks for Multi-family Structures. The covered portion of all stories above the second story in any multi-family structure shall be setback an average of 10 feet from the second floor front facade (see Exhibit). �I average 10'setback 0 0 Q Q a a a ao a p Da 2 1a-r_rPss.PCx UPPER STORY SETBACK Huntington Beach Zoning and subdivision ordinance Chapter 210 210-7 1/20,199 .31I0 Res. o.2002-33 Ex.A DRAFT ORDINANCE RL,RM, RMH, RH, and RMP Districts- Additional Development Standards (G) Interior Side Setback . (1) In the RL, RM,RMH, including RNIH-A subdistrict, and RH Districts, interior side setbacks shall be minimum 10% of lot width, but not less than 3 feet and need not exceed 5 feet, except as stated below. (2) For projects in the RM, RMH, including RMH-A subdistrict, and RH Districts adjoining an RL District, interior side setbacks shall be at least: (a) 10 feet for units in single-story or two-store buildings. (b) 14 feet for units above two stories. Subject to approval of a conditional use permit, the Zoning Administrator or the Planning Commission,may approve upper-story setbacks in lieu of an increased side setback if the second and third stories are setback the required distance. (H) Street Side Setbacks (1) In the RL, RM, RMH (excluding R.fMH-A subdistrict), and RH districts, the street side yard shal f be 20 percent of the lot width,minimum 6 feet and need not exceed 10 feet. (2) In the RMH-A subdistrict, street side setback shall be minimum 5 feet. (3) For projects with 10 or more multi-family units (including RMH-A subdistrict), the street side setback shall be the same as the front setback. (I) Building Walls Exceeding 25_Feet in Height, The required interior side or rear setback adjoining a building wall exceeding 25 feet in height, excluding any portion of a roof, and Iocated on a lot 45 feet wide or greater, shall be increased three feet over the basic requirement. (J) Zero Side or Rear Setback. (1) A zero interior side setback may be permitted provided that the opposite side setback on the same lot is minimum 20%of the lot width, not less than 5 feet, and need not exceed 10 feet, and shall be subject to the requirements listed in subsection(3) below. (2) A zero rear setback may be permitted provided that the opposite rear setback for the adjacent lot is either zero or a minimum of 10 feet, and subject to the requirements listed in subsection(3) below. (Rest of page not used) Huntington Bcach Zoning and Subdivision ordinance Chapter 2 E 0 210-8 1 P-09 Res.No.2002-33 Ex.A DRAFT ORDINANCE RL, RIM,RMH, RH, and RIMP Districts: Additional Development Standards (3) A.zero side or rear setback maybe permitted subject to the following requirements: (a) The lot adjacent to the zero side or rear setback shall either be held under the salve ownership at the time of application or a deed restriction or agreement approved as to form by the City Attorney shall be recorded giving written consent of the adjacent property owner. (b) A maintenance easement, approved as to form by the City Attorney, shall be recorded between the property owner and the owner of the adjacent lot to which access is required in order to maintain and repair a zero lot line structure. Such easement shall be an irrevocable covenant running with the land. No building permits shall be issued until such recorded maintenance easement has been submitted. (c) Separation between the proposed structure and any structure on an adjacent lot shall either be zero or a minimum of 5 feet. (d) No portion of the dwelling or any architectural features shall project over the property line. (e) The zero setback shall not be adjacent to a public or private right-of-way. (f) Exposure protection between structures shall be provided as specified by the Fire Department and Building Division. (4) Double zero side setbacks may be permitted for planned unit development projects subject to approval of a conditional use permit and compliance with Section 210.12 B. (K) Garage Setbacks. Setbacks for the main dwelling shall apply, except as specifically stated below: (1) Front entry garage - 20 feet (2) Side entry garage - 10 feet (3) Garage with alley access -5 feet For garages with rear vehicular access from an alley and located on a lot 27 feet wide or less, the side setback adjacent to a street or another alley may be reduced to 3 feet. A minimum 25 foot turning radius is required from the garage to the opposite side of the street, alley, drive aisle or driveway. (Rest of page not used) Huntington Beach Zoning and subdivision Ordinance Chapter 2 to 210-9 11201" ,34/D Res.No.20 2-33 Ex.A DRAFT ORDINANCE RL, RIVI,RNIH, RH, and RMP Districts: Additional Development Standards `.._..__._.._. i ATTACHED FRONT I i ENTRY GARAGE 1 i ! 1� Property line i i Minimum 20' from ! i garage to property line Street' 1 Sidewalk j I ATTACHED SIDE i ENTRY GARAGE i i Property Line j Minimum 10' from ! i garage to property line 11 III i I I J Min 25' I Street I ♦� Sidewalk _ Radius Property line Alley — Minimum 25' from garage to property line on the other side of the existing alley r.._.._.._.._.._. _.._...�.._.._.i Minimum S' from i garage to property line Property line i I ! ! GARAGE WITH ENTRY FROM REAR ALLEY Sidewalk Street Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Chapter 210 210-10 1l10J99 3�416 Res.No.2002-33 Ex.A DRAFT ORDINANCE RL,RM, R_MJ H, RH, and RINIP Districts: Additional Development Standards (L) Projections into Setbacks. (1) See Section 230.68: Building Projections into Yards. (2) Balconies and bay windows may project into required setbacks and usable open space areas subject to Section 230.68, provided that balconies have open railings. glass, or architectural details with openings to reduce visible bulk. Balconies composed solely of solid enclosures are not allowed to project into required setbacks. (M) Height Requirements. See Section 230.70 Measurement of Height, and Section 230.72 Exceptions to Height Limits. 4 (1) Single Family Dwellings in all residential districts, except lots in the RMH-A subdistrict with less than 50 feet of frontage shall comply with the following standards: (a) Second story top plate height shall not exceed twenty-five (25) feet measured from the top of the subfloor/slab directly below. (b) Roofs shall have a minimum 5/12 pitch if building height exceeds thirty(30) feet. (c) Maximum building height for Main Dwellings shall be thirty-five (35) feet; however. Main Dwellings exceeding thirty (30) feet in height shall require approval of a Conditional Use Permit by the Zoning Administrator. (Note:Not certified by the California Coastal Commission;however,these provisions are in effect and will be enforced by the City of Huntington Beach.)(3268-12t94)(3334) (d) Habitable area, which includes rooftop decks and balconies,above the second story top plate line shall require approval of a conditional use permit by the Zoning Administrator. Habitable area above the second story plate line shall be within the confines of the roof volume, with the following exceptions: (1) Dormers, decks and other architectural features may be permitted as vertical projections above the roof volume provided the projections are setback five (5) feet from the building exterior and do not exceed the height limits as stated above. (2) Windows and deck areas above the second story plate line shall orient toward public rights-of-way only. Huntington Beach Zonin=and Subdivision Ordinance Chapter 210 210-11 lnoi99 3Alo Res.No.200243 Ex.A DRAFT ORDINANCE RL, RM,RitiIH, RH, and RMP Districts: Additional Development Standards Dormers, decks and other architectural features must Habitable Areas are: be setback 5' from • confined within the building exterior roof volume • accessed from within the main dwelling • subject to conditional 5' use permit approval HABITABLE AREA ABOVE SECOND STORY TOP-PLATE LINE FOR SINGLE FAMILY DWELLINGS IN ALL RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS EXCEPT RMH-A SUBDISTRICT (e) Access to any habitable area above the second story top plate line shall be provided within the Main Dwelling and shall be consistent with internal circulation.Exterior stairways between the ground floor and a habitable area above the second story plate line shall be prohibited. Two vertical cross-sections through the property(front-to-back and side-to-side)that show the relationship of each level in a new structure and new levels added to an existing structure to both existing and finished grade on the property and adjacent land within 5 feet of the property line shall be submitted in order to determine compliance with this subsection. (2) Single Family Dwellings in the RMH-A subdistrict on lots with less than 50 feet of frontage shall comply with the following standards: (a) Second story top plate height shall not exceed twenty-five (25) feet measured from the top of the subfloorlslab directly below. (b) Roofs shall have a minimum 5/12 pitch if building height exceeds thirty(30) feet. (c) In the front and rear 25 feet of the lot; maximum building height for all structures, including railings and architectural features, shall be 25 feet. Otherwise, maximum building height shall be 35 feet. Huntington Bcach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Chapter 21 o 210-12 IMM 3�ra Res.No.200 -33 DRAFT ORDINANCE Ex.A Front Property i Line i E 25' maximum i maximum i height in the height at top 25' front and rear 25' 25' of roof i of the lot i Street ► I I Re ar 25' 25' Property Line MAXIMUM BUILDING HEIGHT FOR SINGLE FAMILY DWELLINGS ON LOTS LESS THAN 50 FEET WIDE IN RMH-A SUBDISTRICT (d) Access to any habitable area above the second story top plate line shall be provided within the Main Dwelling and shall be consistent with internal circulation. Exterior stairways between the ground floor and a habitable area above the second story plate line shall be prohibited. Two vertical cross-sections through the property(front-to-back and side-to-side) that show the relationship of each level in a new structure and new levels added to an existing structure to both existing and finished grade on the property and adjacent land within 5 feet of the property line shall be submitted in order to determine compliance with this subsection. (3) Accessory-Structures: See Section 230.08: Accessory Structures. Accessory structures located on projecting decks abutting a waterway shall comply with the height established in subsection(R) (4) Recreation Buildings: The maximum height of a recreation building for multi-family, planned residential, and mobile home park projects shall be established by the conditional use permit. (N) Minimum Floor Area. Each dwelling unit in a multi-family building and attached single family dwellings shall have the following minimum floor area. Unit Type Minimum Area (Square Feet) Studio 500 one bedroom 650 two bedrooms 900 three bedrooms 1,100 four bedrooms 1,300 All detached single family dwellings shall have a minimum 1,000 square feet of floor area not including the garage and shall be a minimum of 17 feet in width. Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Chapttr 210 210-13 1120/99 Res.No.2,Az o DRAFT ORDINANCE Ex.A RL,RIM, RINM, RH, and RMP Districts. Additional Development Standards (0) Open Space Requirements. (1) The minimum open space area (private and common) for multi-family residential projects in RK RMH, including RIMH-A subdistrict, and RH Districts shall be 25% of the residential floor area per unit (excluding garages). (2) Private One Space. (a) Private open space shall be provided in courts or balconies within which a horizontal rectangle has no dimension less than 10 feet for courts and 6 feet for balconies. A minimum patio area of 70 square feet shall be provided within the court. (b) The following minimum area shall be provided: Unit Type Minimum Area (Sq.Ft.) Units Above Ground Floor Units Ground Floor Studioll bedroom 200 60 2 bedrooms 250 120 3 bedrooms 300 120 4 or more bedrooms 400 120 (c) Private open space shall be contiguous to the unit and for the exclusive use of the occupants. Private open space shall not be accessible to.any dwelling unit except the unit it serves and shall be physically separated from common areas by a wall or hedge exceeding 42 inches in height. (d) A maximum of 50% of the private open space requirement,may be on open decks above the second story subject to approval of a conditional use permit by the Zoning Administrator or Planning Commission, provided that no portion of such deck exceeds the height limit. {3) Common Open Space. (a) Common open space, provided by interior side yards, patios, and terraces, shall be designed so that a horizontal rectangle has no dimension less than 10 feet, shall be open to the sky, and shall not include driveways, parking areas, or area required for front or street side yards (b) Projects with more than 20 units shall include at least one amenity, such as a clubhouse, swimming pool,tennis court,volleyball court, outdoor cooking facility, or other recreation facility. Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Chapter 210 210-14 1120/99 Rf« Res.No.2002-33 DRAFT ORDINANCE Ex.A RL, RM, RMH, RH, and RIMP Districts: Additional Development Standards } (4) The Director may allow a reduction in the open space requirement to 10% of the livable area per unit for projects with less than 10 units and located within walking distance of 1,000 feet of a public park or beach. (P) Courts Opposite Windows in RM. RMH. and R14 Districts (excluding the RMH-A sub- district). Courts shall be provided in all multi-family projects in the RM, RMH, and RH Districts subject to the following requirements: (1) Courts Opposite Walls on the Same Site: The minimum depth of a court shall be one-half the height of the opposite wall but not Iess than 20 feet opposite a living room and 14 feet opposite a required window for any other habitable room. (see diagrams below) (2) Courts Onnosite Interior Property-Line: The minimum distance between a required window of a habitable room and a property line shall be 10 feet. (3) Court Dimensions: Courts shall be minimum 20 feet wide (minimum 10 feet on either side of the centerline of the required window) and shall be open to the sky. Eaves may project a maximum 2 feet into a court. (Rest of page not used) Hunfina an Beach Zoning and subdivision Ordinance chapter 2l o 210-15 I/20/99 Res.Not.200293 Ex.A DRAFT ORDINANCE RL, RM, ILNIH, RH, and MMP Districts: Additional Development Standards Section A Section B { Section C Living room ' window ' 1/2Hci&of � ��� i I� Opposit'X211 Not less thm 10 L E t Living room Window I Living room I window h U ing room Living room Living wont window window window 20 ft. T Section A Section B Other room Other room window window 14 ft Section C �ta�rcn� COURTS OPPOSITE WINDOWS Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Chapter 210 210-16 1/20199 Res.N�002-? DRAFT ORDINANCE Ex.A RL, RIM, RMH,RH, and RMP Districts: Additional Development Standards r (Q) All habitable rooms in a dwelling unit must be accessible from vdthin the dwelling. . (R) Waterfront Lots. Projecting decks, ti4indscreens, fencing, patio covers and solariums on waterfront lots may be permitted subject to the development standards set forth in this Chapter, Chapter 245, Chapter 17.24, and the follo«-ing requirements: (1) Projecting Decks. Decks on waterfront lots may project 5 feet beyond the bulkhead provided the decks comply with the side setbacks required for the main dwelling'. (2) Windscreens. Windscreens may be permitted if constructed of light-weight materials such as plastic, canvas, fiberglass,tempered glass or metal, except for necessary bracing and framing. The maximum height for windscreens shall be 7 feet above the finished surface of the deck at the bulkhead line. (3) Fencin . All portions of fencing within the required rear setback area shall comply-"dth Chapter 230.88 and the visibility provisions below. (4) Solariums. Solariums (patio enclosures) may project a maximum of 30 inches over the bulkhead. In all cases, the solarium shall maintain a 45 degree (451)visibility angle as measured from the main dwelling building line extended to the side property line. The maximum height shall not exceed the top of the first floor ceiling joist. (5) Patio Covers. Patio covers (including eaves)maybe permitted to project 5 feet into the. rear yard setback, however, construction materials shall allow compliance with visibility provisions below. (6) Visibility. The portion of any windscreen, fence or patio cover in the rear yard setback or solarium above 36 inches in height shall be composed of materials and design which allow a minimum of 85%transmission of light and visibility through the structure in each direction when viewed from any angle. (7) Removal. Decks, solariums and windscreens projecting over waterways -which do not comply with the above provisions may be removed by the city upon 30-days' written notice. Such projections are declared to be a privilege which can be revoked for noncompliance and not a vested right. (Rest of page not used) Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision ordinance Chapter 210 210-17 02099 Res.No.2002-33 DRAFT ORDINANCE Ex.A RL,RM, IZIMH, RH, and RIMP Districts: Additional Development Standards Bulkhead Solarium Projecting deck 2 1/2' Max. •mow 4�.-'� .... .__. � "�,�. .�. v ��. r' .r/� `��.�"--•�^- — �.._ _�. `t� \_ '� /`�_ r,�� � '•tip'~ _� T - _ .^ . . . . . . . . . . . . . , , , , . 5 E459 -X`-'�'-s,� E T , ■ ■ ■ b' ■ miry. house min. . I Property line mn.sar,rnn WATERFRONT LOT PROJECTIONS (S) Landsca in (1) A minimum 40%of the front yard shall be landscaped. For single family residences in the RA4H-A subdistrict, a minimum 3 foot wide landscape planter along the front property line (excluding max. 5 ft.wide walkway) may be provided in lieu of the 40% requirement. A maximum 18 inch high planter wall may be constructed along the front property line. (2) All required trees specified in Chapter 232 shall be provided. (3) All subdivisions shall provide a minimum 5 foot wide landscaped area along arterial street/highway property lines. The actual required width shall be determined during the planning process. Maintenance of said landscaped area shall be by a homeowners association, property owner or other method approved by the City of Huntington Beach. Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision ordinance Chapter 210 210-18 1/20199 3�4(e Res.No.2002-33 DRAFT ORDINANCE Ex.A RL, Rid;(,RMH, RH, and RN1P Districts: Additional Development Standards (T) Li htina. A lighting system shall be provided in all multi-family projects along all vehicular access ways and major walkways. Lighting shall be directed onto the driveways and Nalkways within the development and away from adjacent properties. A lighting plan shall be submitted for approval by the Director. (U) See Section 230.08: Accessory Structures (V) Solid patio covers open on at least 2 sides may be permitted an additional 5% site coverage. Open lattice patio covers are exempted from site coverage standards, 210.08 Development Standards for Senior Projects This section establishes development standards for Senior Residential Projects that may be permitted by the Planning Commission. A. Minimum Floor Area. Each dwelling unit shall have a minimum floor area of 450 square feet. B. Minimum Setbacks. The project shall comply with the minimum setback requirements of the district applicable to the site. C. Minimum Distance between Buildings.. Minimum building separation shall be--10 feet. D. Building Design. No structure shall exceed 1$0 feet in length. "To provide variation in building facades, two of the following architectural elements are required as part of each building: sloped roofs; bay windows; a«nings; roof eaves; cornices; balconies; or patios. E. Open Space Requirements, 1. Private Open Space: A minimum of 60 square feet of private open space for studios or one bedroom units and 120 square feet for two or more bedrooms,with minimum dimensions of 6 feet. 2. Common Open Space: A minimum of 2,500 square feet for the first 50 units, and an additional 50 square feet for each unit over 50. 3. Community Club House: An enclosed community or clubhouse facility containing minimum 7 square feet per unit, and a total area of minimum 400 square feet, may satisfy up to 50% of the common open space requirement. The clubhouse shall include handicapped bathrooms and kitchen facilities to be used by project residents and their guests only. F. Elevators. Buildings with more than 2 levels, including living areas or parking, shall have elevators. G. Parking. Parking shall comply with Chapter 231. Any parking space over and above the one space per unit shall be marked for guest use. Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Chapter 210 210-19 M0/99 31116 Res.No.2002-33 DRAFT ORDINANCE Ex.A RL, W RMH, RH, and R11P Districts: Additional Development Standards 21.0.1.0 Modifications for Affordable Housing The Planning Commission may approve a conditional use permit modifying the minimum property development standards in this chapter for affordable housing, as provided in Section 230.14. The proposed modifications shall be requested in ;.citing by the applicant, accompanied by a detailed pro- forma, rental guidelines, deed restrictions, financial subsidies, and other types of documentation which will serve to demonstrate the need for a reduction of development standards. Modifications to the standards may include,but are not limited to, the parking requirements and open space. The specific standard(s) from which the applicant is requesting relief shall be identified and alternative development standard(s) proposed. 210.12 Planned Unit Development Supplemental Standards and Provisions This section establishes supplemental development standards and provisions that shall apply to all planned unit developments. A. Maps. A tentative and final or parcel map shall be approved pursuant to Title 25, Subdivisions. B. Proiect Design. 1. Driveway parking for a minimum of fifty percent of the units shall be provided when units are attached side by side. 2. A maximum of six units may be attached side by side and an offset on the front of the building a minimum of four(4) feet for every two units shall be provided. 3. A minimum of one-third of the roof area within a multi-story,multi-unit building shall be one story less in height than the remaining portion of the structure's roof area. C. Common Areas. Every owner of a lot or dwelling unit shall own as an appurtenance to such unit or lot either an undivided interest in the common areas and facilities or a share in the corporation, community association, or limited partnership owning the common areas and facilities. D. Covenants. The developer shall submit a covenant setting forth a plan or manner of permanent care and maintenance of all common areas and communal facilities. Such covenant shall be included in the Covenant, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&R's) applying to the property and shall be approved by the City Attorney and Director. The CC&R's shall be approved prior to final or parcel map approval and when approved, shall be recorded in the office of the Orange County Recorder. E. Maintenance. The corporation, community association, or limited partnership shall have the responsibility of maintaining the common areas and facilities as sho«n on the final development plans,the buildings and use of property for planned unit development. Huntington Beach Zoning and subdivision ordinance Chapter= 210-20 IP-0/99 3-4110 Res.No.2002-33 DRAFT ORDINANCE Ex.A RL, RM, RAIR, RH,and PUMP Districts: Additional Development Standards F. Sale of Lots. No dwelling unit or lot shall be sold or encumbered separately from an interest in the common areas and facilities in the development which shall be appurtenant to such dwelling unit or lot. No lot shall be sold or transferred in oumership from the other lots in the total development or approved phase of the development unless all approved community buildings,structures and recreational facilities for the total development, or approved phase thereof, have been completed, or completion is assured. by bonding or other method satisfactory to the City. G. Management Agreement. No lot or dwelling unit in the development shall be sold unless a corporation, community association, or limited partnership has been formed with the right to assess all those properties which are jointly owned with interests in the common areas and facilities in the development to meet the expenses of such entity, and with authority to control, and the duty to maintain, all of said mutually available features of the development. Said entity shall operate under recorded CC&R's which shall include compulsory membership of all owners of lots and/or dwelling units, and flexibility of assessments to meet changing costs of maintenance, repairs and services. The developer shall submit evidence of compliance with this requirement to and receive approval of the City prior to making any such sale. This condition shall not apply to land dedicated to the City for public purposes. 210.14 RMP District Supplemental Development Standards This section establishes supplemental standards for the development of manufactured home parks. A. Individual space setbacks for manufactured homes and accessory structures shall be landscaped and are as follows: Front minimum 5 feet Side 10 feet aggregate, minimum 3 feet on any side Rear minimum 5 feet B. Each space shall be provided with a minimum 150 cubic feet of enclosed, usable storage space. C. The undercarriage of all manufactured homes shall be screened from view on all sides. D. A six foot high concrete or masonry wall shall be provided along all interior property lines of the manufactured home park. In addition, a 20 foot wide landscaped berm or a 10 foot wide landscaped area and a 6 foot high wall shall be located at the minimum front setback Iine. E. A boat or trailer storage area shall be provided and screened from view by a 6 foot high fence or wall. F. Maximum site coverage for each individual manufactured home space shall be 75%. G. Projects in the KMP district shall provide a minimum common open space area of 200 square feet per manufactured home space. Huntington Beach Zoning and subdivision ordinance Chapter 210 210.21 I120(99 Res.No.2002-33 ]DRAFT ORDINANCE Ex.A RL, RM, RINM, RIB, and RNIP Districts. Additional Development Standards 210.16 Review of Plans All applications for new construction and exterior alterations and additions shall be submitted to the Community Development Department for review. Discretionary review. shall be required as follows: A. Zoning Administrator Review. Projects requiring a conditional use permit from the Zoning Administrator; projects on substandard lots; see Chapter 241. B. Design Review Board. See Chapter 244. C. Planning Commission. Projects requiring a conditional use permit from the Planning Commission; see Chapter 241. D. Projects in the Coastal Zone. A Coastal Development Permit is required unless the project is exempt; see Chapter 245. Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Chapter 210 210-22 1/20/99 3 xfra Res.No.2002-33 Ex.A EXHIBIT B Res.No.200-33fa DRAFT ORDINANCE Ex.A 230.88 Fencing and Yards No portion of a required yard area provided for a structure on a Iot shall be considered as part of the yard area for any other structure on the same or an adjacent lot. In all districts, minimum setback lines shall be measured from the ultimate right-o way Iine. Diagrams A, B and C are hereby adopted to i right-of-way the provisions of this chapter. Where any discrepancy occurs between the diagrams and the printed text,the text shall prevail. Yards and fencing shall comply with the following criteria in all districts or as specified. A. Permitted Fences and Walls. l. Fences or walls a maximum of forty-two (42) inches in height may be located in any portion of a lot, except screen walls on lots in the RMH-A subdistrict shall be setback a minimum of three (3)feet from the front property line. Fences or walls exceeding forty-two (42) inches in height may not be located in the required front yard, except as permitted elsewhere in this Section. 2. Fences or walls a maximum of six (6) feet in height may be located in required side and rear yards, except as excluded in this Section. Fences or wails exceeding six (6) feet in height may be located in conformance vdth the yard requirements applicable to the main structure except as provided for herein or in the regulations of the district in which they are located. 3. Fences or walls in the rear yard setback area of a through-lot shall not exceed forty-two (42) inches in height. This subsection shall not apply to lots abutting arterial highways. 4. In the RL district, garden or wing walls or fences equal in height to the first floor double plate, but not exceeding nine (9) feet, which are perpendicular to and entirely within a side yard may be constructed to the interior side property line and to within five (5) feet of the exterior side property line provided they are equipped with a three (3) foot gate or accessway. 5. When residential property abuts open or public land or property zoned or used for office, commercial, or industrial purposes, an eight (8)foot high solid masonry or block wall may be constructed on the common side or rear property line. 6. In order to allow variations in the street scene in R districts, fences or walls exceeding forty-two (42) inches in height may be permitted at a reduced front setback of six (6) feet subject to plan review approval by the Director in conformance with the following criteria. a. The reduced setback shall be only permitted for five (5) or more contiguous lots under the same ownership and only at the time of initial construction of the dwellings. b. Such walls shall not encroach into the visibility triangular area formed by measuring seven and one-half(7.5) feet along the driveway and ten(10) feet along the front property line at their point of intersection. c. Such walls shall conform to all other applicable provisions of this section. Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision ordinance Y Chaptcr 230 230-34 8124198 3-fro Res.No.2002-33 DRAFT ORDINANCE Ex.A 7. Retaining walls shall comply with the folloti6ng: a. Where a retaining wall is located on the property line separating lots or parcels and protects'a cut below the natural grade, such retaining wall may be topped by a fence. wall or hedge of the sane height that would otherwise be penrnitted at the location if no retaining wall existed. b. Where a retaining wall is on the property line of a rear yard abutting an arterial or exterior side yard and contains a fill of two (2) ft. or less or protects a cut below the existing grade, such retaining wall may be topped with a six (b) ft. decorative masonry wall. c. Where a retaining wall is on the property line of a rear yard abutting a local street; the maximum retaining wall height shall be twenty-four (24) inches as measured from the adjacent curb and may be topped with a maximum eighteen (18)inch decorative wall or fence for a total height of forty-two (42) inches. d. (1) The maximum height of a retaining wall on the front property line shall be thirty- six (36) inches as measured from the top of the highest adjacent curb. Subject to the Directors approval, a maximum forty-two (42) inch high Nvall or fence may be erected above the retaining wall with a minimum three (3) foot setback from the front property line. (2) In the RM14-A subdistrict,the maximum height of a retaining Nvall on the front property line shall be eighteen.(18) inches as measured from the top of the highest adjacent curb. Subject to the Director's approval, a second retaining wall up.to eighteen(18)inches in height may be erected above the eighteen (18) high retaining wall with a minimum three (;)foot front setback. A wall or fence up to forty two (42) inches in height may by erected on top of the retaining wall with the minimum three foot front setback. (See Exhibit below) j 3 Required Tree/Palm I Landscaping Front Building* property line Max.42" I j Patio Max.18" ... Nfax.18" Retaining Walls Sidewalk/Park-way * See Maximum building height in Chapter 210. Huntington Beach Zoninge and subdivision ordinance Chapter 230 230-35 V-4198 Res.No.20Q2-33- DRAFT ORDINANCE Ex.A C. All retaining walls abutting a street shall be waterproofed to the satisfaction of the Director. f. Retaining wall and fence combinations over eight(8) feet in height shall be constructed with a variation in design or materials to show the distinction. Retaining wall and fence combinations over six (6) feet in height shall be designed without decorative block or cap block, except if equal in strength to the main portion of the fence. 8. The height of any fence, wall or hedge located in the front yard setback shall be measured from top of the highest adjacent curb. All other fence heights shall be measured from existing grade. 9. Any fence or wall located on the front property line shall be approved by the Department of Public Works. 10. In the industrial districts, nine(9) foot high fences may be permitted in the side and rear setbacks up to the front building line subject to plan review approval by the Director. 11. Deviations from the maximum height requirements for walls as prescribed by this Section may be permitted subject to an approval of conditional use permit by the Zoning Administrator. 12. Within the coastal zone, no gate, fence or wall shall be permitted that restricts or obstructs public access to the shore. (3334) B. Required Walls. 1. When office, commercial or industrial uses abut property zoned or used for residential, a six (6) foot high solid six (6) inch concrete block or masonry wall shall be required. If a wall meeting these standards already exists on the abutting residential property, protection from vehicle damage shall be provided by a method approved by the Director. The maximum fence height shall be eight(8) feet at the common property line, subject to the same design standards and setback requirements as specified for six (6) foot high fences. 2. Industrial screening wails abutting arterial highways shall be architecturally compatible with surrounding properties, constructed of a minimum six(6) inch wide decorative masonry block, and designed with landscape pockets at thirty-five(35) foot intervals along the street side sufficient in size to accommodate at least one(1) 15-gallon tree. Approval of a conditional use permit by the Zoning Administrator shall be required prior to construction of such walls. Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision ordinance Chapter 230 230-36. 8/24/98 Res.No.200?-33/'C DRAFT ORDINANCE Et.A C. Visibility. I. On reverse corner lots and corner lots abutting an alley, no fence, wall or hedge greater than forty-two (42) inches in height may be located within the triangular area formed by measuring ten(10) feet from the intersection of the rear and street side property lines. 2. On corner lots,no fence, wall, landscaping, bermina, sign, or other visual obstruction between forty-two (42) inches and seven(7) feet in height as measured from the adjacent curb elevation may be located within the triangular area formed by measuring twenty-five (25) feet from the intersection of the front and street side property lines or their prolongation. Trees trimmed free of branches and foliage so as to maintain visual clearance below seven(7)feet shall be permitted. 3. Visibility of a driveway crossing a street or alley property line or of intersecting driveways shall not be blocked between a height of 42 inches and 7 feet within a triangular area formed by measuring ten(10) feet from intersecting driveways or street/alley and driveway. pRo� 7 t9' 2. cuR$ \�H� QR�Q�•r! . i►�ta ' • 23o-CORD DIAGRAM A j � o _ _ _ 1 iC• 10 10. —'[O• ya - a• �o•' to• zaa- tb STREETIALLEY DIAGRAM B Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision ordinance Chapter 230 230-37 &24/93 Res.No.2002%Wf4 DRAFT ORDINANCE Ex.A REVERSE CORNER LOT . CORNER 101 INTERIOR LOT CORNER LOT ABUTTING ALLEY f/ --------� • �4 rt SS ;; =f � 7 77 . r r I j I THROUGH THROUGH LOT CORNER LOT HEIGHT MEASUREMENT OF FENCE OR WALL W A 42 inch high fence may be constructed on any portion of the lot. ;I © Indicates that portion of the tot on which❑ b toot high fence may be constructed. "A Indicates minimum front yard setback \ Diagram C a y` �e �. I•X 1 •Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Chapter 230 230-38 W-4199 Res.No.200�-33T f Q Ex.A EXHIBIT C Res.No.2002 /'Q DRAFT ORDINANCE Ex.A 232.08 Design Standards A. General Planting Provisions. 1. A minimum of 8 percent of the total net site area shall be Iandscaped, or as required by Title 21 or conditions of approval. 2. For traffic visibility purposes, the maximum height of shrubbery shall be 32 inches within any parking area and within 5 feet of any driveway. (See Diagrams A, B, C, D) 3. Turf shall not be installed on grade differential greater than 4:1. Where the maximum overall grade differential is three (3)feet, 3:1 shall be considered maximum. 4. Any planter or screen wall shall be placed behind the landscape area and shall set back 5 feet from the edge of any alley or driveway. (See Diagram C) B. General Tree Requirements. 1. Each single family residential lot less than 45 feet in width shall have one 24 inch box tree planted within the front setback area. The City's Landscape Architect shall determine whether a minimum 4 to 6 foot square (16-36 sq.ft.)planting area will be required upon review of the landscape plan. One.24 inch box tree shall also be planted in the streetside yard adjacent to a street without a parkway. 2. Each single family residential lot 45 feet or greater in width shall have one 36-inch box tree planted within the front setback area. One 36 inch box tree shall also be planted in the streetside yard adjacent to a street without a parkway. 3. Multi-family residential lots shall have one 36 inch box tree for every 45 lineal feet of street frontage planted within the setback areas adjacent to a street. In addition,there shall be one 36 inch box tree planted within the common open space areas for each ground or first level unit. 4.. Non-residential developments shall have one 36 inch box tree for each 45 lineal feet of street frontage planted within the first 15 feet of the setback area adjacent to a street. 5. Specimen palms may be substituted at a ratio of 1/2 foot brown trunk height for one inch of box tree inch required. C. Off-Street Parking Facilities 1. A 10-foot-wide landscaped planter area(inside dimension) shall be provided between any street side property line and a parking area except at driveway openings. Berming shall be a minimum of 20 inches in height. When a planting area is less than 10 feet wide, a 32 inch high wall shall be provided. Where grade Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Chapter 232 232-3 8/24/98 Res.No.20023691/0 DRAFT ORDINANCE Ex.A differential would not permit mounding, alternatives shown in Diagram B may be used. (See Diagrams A; B. C) } 2. Parking facilities shall have perimeter landscaping areas as follows: a. . Areas shall be a minimum 3 feet in plantable width and include one tree for each 90 square feet of landscaped area. b. Areas shall be increased to 5 feet in plantable width when the parking facility dimension is more than 100 feet adjacent to the side or rear property Iine. C. Minimum plantable area for each tree shall be 48 inches square. 3. Interior landscaping areas shall be distributed throughout the parking area and shall equal 5 percent of the perimeter landscaping area. These areas shall include a minimum of one minimum 24-inch box tree for every 10 parking spaces shall be located throughout the parking area. 4. The end of each row of parking spaces shall be separated from driveways by a landscaped planter, minimum 2 feet wide and in addition include a step off area. (See Diagrams C,E) 5. Planter areas adjacent to parking spaces shall be provided with a 12-inch-wide by 3 1/2 inch-thick "step off' area flush with and behind the curb for the entire length of planter or provide 4-foot- square or 5-foot-diameter circular planter surrounded by texturediand/or colored concrete. 6. A concrete curb may be required adjacent to the sidewalk within the right-of-way. (Refer to the Arboricultural and Landscape Standards and Specifications) 7. All parking area landscaping shall be protected from vehicular and pedestrian damage by a 6-inch-high, 6-inch-wide curb of portland cement concrete. Additional protection shall be provided by one of the following methods: a. Two(2) feet of landscaping consisting of low shrubs or ground cover may be provided between a parking stall and the required landscape area. The additional landscaping shall not count toward the required percentage of landscaping or minimum planter width. This method will allow vehicles to extend over the additional landscape area in conjunction with permitting a reduction in the required length of the parking space from 19 feet to 17 feet; or b. Other alternatives acceptable to the Director. Huntington Beach,Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Chaptcr 232 232-4 8/24/98 Res.No.2002-33 Ex.A EXHIBIT D Res.No.20A //o DRAFT ORDINANCE Ex.A 241.04 Authority of Planning Commission and Zoning Administrator The Planning Commission or the Zoning Administrator, as the case maybe, shall approve or conditionally approve applications for conditional use permits or variances upon finding that the proposed conditional use permit or variance is consistent with the: General Plan, and all applicable requirements of the Municipal Code, consistent with the requirements of Section 241.10. The Planning Commission shall act on all variances except the Zoning Administrator may act on variances not exceeding ten percent deviation from site coverage, separation between buildings, height, setback, parking, and landscape requirements. Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision ordinance Chapter 241 241-2 1120/99 Res.No.2002-33 Ex.A Ord. No. 3410 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF ORANGE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ) I,CONNIEE BROCKWAY, the duly elected,qualified City Cleric of the City of Huntington Beach,and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council of said City,do hereby certify that the whole number of members of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach is seven;that the foregoing ordinance was read to said City Council at a regular meeting thereof held oa the I9th day of January, 1999, and was again read to said City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on the 1st dM of February,1999 and was passed and adopted by the affirmative vote of at least a majority of all the members of said City Council. AYES: Julien,Bauer,Garofalo,Green,Dettloff Harman, Sullivan NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None I,Connie Brockway CITY CLERK of the City of Huntington Beach and ex,officio Clerk of the City Council,do hereby certify that a synopsis of this ordinance has bete published in the Independent on / T I9 Io aeeordanet with the City Charter of said City City Ci.rk and ex-officio :lark Connie.Brockway CityC1trk of the City Council of the City uty city Clerk of Huntington Beach,California CArdinanclordbkpS 2W9 TM*x*g inp hwWu l "is a oarrad aWy d srik!on file in this aflioe. Most 20 Conn rt Broc.-v4 n v ~Cky rk and -oftic Clerk"of7the My CourmN of the City of Hun inQ n Beach, Wkwnl% By eputy Res. No. 2002-33 STATE OF CALIFORNIA } COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss: CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH ) I, CONNIE BROCKWAY, the duly elected, qualified City Clerk of the City of Huntington Beach, and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council of said City, do hereby certify that the whole number of members of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach is seven; that the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted by the affirmative vote of at least a majority of all the members of said City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on the 20th day of May, 2002 by the following vote: AYES: Green, Dettloff, Boardman, Cook, Houchen, Winchell, Bauer NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None i City Clerk and ex-officio Jerk of the City Council of the City of Huntington Beach, California