HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC 2014-04-15 1CHAPTER 14.18 — PARKING STANDARDS
37. Amend Chart 14.18.040 to include parking rates for musie studio that currently has no specified rale:
14.18.040 Parking requirements.
A. Off-street parking shall be provided in accord with the following chart. Where the specific use in
question is not listed, the plag community development director or public works director shall
determine if another similar use exists which inay be used to select an appropriate parking standard. In
order to make this determination, the ping community development director may require the
submission of survey data from the applicant or collected by the nigeomrnunity development
department,_planning division at the applicant's expense. Parking surveys conducted for this purpose shall
be sub iect to the review and recommendation by the department of public works.
B. larking Modification. The parking requirement for any specific use listed may be modified so as to
provide adequate parking which is fair, equitable, logical and consistent with the intent of this chapter. Such
modification shall require an application for a use permit and shall be subject to review by the community
development director and city tr fengineerpublic works director, and approval by the zoning
administrator.
C. For properties located within the downtown parking assessment district, see also Section 14.18.060,
downtown parking assessment district, for additional information on parking requirements. For properties
located in the downtown, west end and environs area, see Section 14.18.061 (Downtown's West End and
environs), for additional information on parking requirements.
D. in addition to the off-street parking requirements listed below, off-street loading and unloading
shall be provided for certain uses in accord with Section 14,18.050, Off-street loading and unloading.
E. For properties in the downtown area, residential parking is not required to be covered.
F. Off-street parking is not required for FAR increases up to ten percent (10%) of the building or
seven hundred fifty (750) square feet, whichever is larger,.As granted under Section 14.16.150(G)(2)(b).
Chart 14.18.040
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Use Classification
Off -Street Parldrig Required
Residential
Note: No parking is required for up to 3 units in the
parking assessment district, provided the units are an
infill addition to an existing nonresidential structure,
and that the units are 2 bedroom or less and no larger
than 900 square feet in size.
Single-family residential
2 covered spaces per unit.
Single-family residential, hillside
On streets less than 26 feet wide, a minimum of two
additional on-site parking spaces shall be provided
(not on the driveway apron) per unit. These spaces
should be conveniently placed relative to the dwelling
unit which they serve. This requirement may be
waived or reduced by the hearing body when the size
or shape of the lot or the need for excessive grading or
tree removal make the requirement infeasible.
Studio duplex unit), 500 sq. ft. or less in size
I covered space per unit.
Studio duplex unit), more than 500 sq. ft. in size
1.5 spaces per unit(including 1 covered space).
Downtown: l space per unit.
Studios (multifamily unit)
I covered space per unit.
One -bedroom units
1.5 spaces per unit (including i covered space).
Downtown: I space per unit.
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Two-bedroom units
Off -Street Parking Required
Parking
Downtown
San Rafael
1 space per 5 units. Note: Guest parking not required
downtown., unless within 200 feet of a residential
district.
Mobilehome parks
Assessment
(Outside District)
(Outside
Erner,gency shelters for the homeless,permanent:
District
1 space for each employee on maximum staffed shift
lus 1 s ace per five beds:
Downtown)
Less than 900 sq.
I space
1.5 spaces
2 spaces ( I
_
3 spaces plus staff parking.
Commercial and light industrial1ofce districts
ft.
1—) 0 beds
1 Space Plus staff parking.
covered)
900 or more sq. R.
1.5 spaces
1.5 spaces
2 spaces (1
As specified by use permit.
Emergency shelters serving children and/or families
with children
1 space per family based on maximum program
capacity plus 1 space per employee on the maximum
staffed shift.
Residential care facilities for the nonhandica ed:
covered)
Use Classification
Off -Street Parking Required
Three or more bedroom units
2 s aces er unit (including 1 covered space).
Guest parking, multifamily
1 space per 5 units. Note: Guest parking not required
downtown., unless within 200 feet of a residential
district.
Mobilehome parks
2 covered spaces per unit.
Senior housing projects
.75 space per unit, or as specified by use permit.
Erner,gency shelters for the homeless,permanent:
Residential district
1 space for each employee on maximum staffed shift
lus 1 s ace per five beds:
1-5 beds
1 space plus staff parking.
6-10 beds
2 spaces plus staff parking.
11-15 beds
_
3 spaces plus staff parking.
Commercial and light industrial1ofce districts
I space for each employee on maximum staffed shift
ius i s ace er 10 beds:
1—) 0 beds
1 Space Plus staff parking.
11-20 beds
2 s aces plus staff parking.
21-30 beds
3 spaces plus staff parking.
Emergency shelters for the homeless, temporary or
rotating
As specified by use permit.
Emergency shelters serving children and/or families
with children
1 space per family based on maximum program
capacity plus 1 space per employee on the maximum
staffed shift.
Residential care facilities for the nonhandica ed:
Small (0-6 clients)
See single-family residential.
Large (6----10 clients)
1 space for each five clients plus 1 space for each staff
person, visiting doctor or employee on maximum
staffed shift.
Rooming or boarding houses
I space for each guest room or as determ fined by
parking study.
Second dwelling units:
Studio or one -bedroom unit
1 space.
Two or more bedroom unit
2 spaces.
Visitor accommodations
Bed and breakfast inns
2 spaces plus 1 space per bedroom.
Hotels or motels
1 space per sleeping room plus 1 space for manager
lus 1 s ace for every 2 employees.
Hotels, convention or hotels with banquet, restaurant
or meeting facilities, etc.
Parking in addition to the hotel requirement is
required., as determined by a parking study. Parking
re uirement as specified in use Permit.
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Use Classification
Off -Street Parking Required
Day care
Family day care home (small)
No requirement.
Family day care home (large)
Minimum 2 spaces. The required parking for the
dwelling unit shall count as the required parking for
family dav care. -
Day care center
1 space per five cbildren. In addition, one of the
following must be provided and-a-pprave by the e4y
49fie-efrgineer• as recommended by the public works
director for safety purposes:
1) A posted "loading zone" for dropping-off and
picking-up children;
2) A loop driveway with an apron for drop-offs and
pick-ups.
RYf -ftiu t l)e appreved-l)Lthe eiccil', ti—a i^v
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General commercial uses
Retail sales non-bulk items)
1 space per 250 gross building sq. ft.
Retail sales (bulky items, such as machinery,
1 space per 400 gross building sq. ft.
furniture, vehicles, etc.)
Slioj)ping centers
l s 'ace per 250 gross buildings . ft.
Animal care facilities
I s ace er 300 gross building sq. ft.
Food and beverage service establishments, excluding
I space for each 50 sq. ft. of floor area intended for
fast food restaurants
-public use.
Fast food restaurants
l space per 100 sq. ft, for 50 percent of the gross
buiiding sq. ft.; and one space per 65 sq. ft. for 50
percent of the gross building sq. ft. or one space per
2.5 interior seats, whichever is greater.
Funeral and interment services
I per each 35 sq. ft. of floor area for assembly rooms
plus I space for each employee, plus I space for each
car owned by such establishment.
Motor vehicle sales and service:
Coin-op washing
I space at each washing stall and vacuum stall.
Gasoline stations
3 s aces er station, plus.
With minor repairs such as tune-ups, brakes,
2 spaces per service bay.
batteries, tires, mufflers
With rnini-market area
1 space per 250 sq. ft. of gross retail.
Rentals
1 space per 500 gross sq. ft. of floor area plus I space
er 1,000 sq, ft. of outdoor rental Storage area.
Repairs, major and/or minor
l space per 500 sq. ft. or 3 spaces per service bay
(each. service bay may count as one of the parking
spaces), whichever is eater.
Sales, new or used vehicles
1 space per 400 gross building sq. ft, excluding auto
repair area; plus, for repair portions of the building:
1 space per 500 gross building sq. ft., or 3 spaces per-
service bay for automobile repair (each service bay
may count as one of the parking spaces), whichever is
greater, or 1 space per 2,000 sq. ft. open lot area,
whichever is geater.
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Use Classification
Off Street Parking leguired
Music rehearsat/recordin& studios
1 space per.500 oss buildin s . ft..
Personal service establishments
1 space per 250 gross buildin sq. ft..
Barber/beau shop/nail salon
2 s aces er chair or workstation.
y cleaning establishment
Dr
2 spaces plus 1 space for each employee.
Laundry (self service)
I. space for each 2 washing machines and/or dry
cleaning machines.
Recreation facilities (indoors)
Bowling alleys
4 spaces for each bowling lane plus additional spaces
for other uses.
Game arcades
I s ace for each 5 coin-operated amusement devices.
Health clubs and gymnasiums
1 space per 250 sq. ft. of gross building sq. ft.
PoolhalIs/bill lards
2 spaces for each table or as determined through a
parking study.
Theaters
Parking study required. Parking subject to the
approval of the p4anning community development
director or the hearing review body for the
development.
Offices and related uses
Financial services and institutions
1 s lade for each 200 sq. ft_ gross building sq. ft.
Downtown: 1 space for each 300 sq. ft. gross building
s q. ft. .
Medical services:
Clinics
I space per 225 gross building sq. fl.
Hospitals
Parking study required.
Major medical facilities, including exteizded care
facilities
Parking study required.
Offices, excluding mental health prActitioners
I s ace per 225 gross building sq. ft.
Offices, mental health practitioners
1 space per 250 gross building sq. ft.
Administrative, business anal professional offices
1 space per 250 gross buildings . ft.
Downtown: 1 space for each 300 sq. ft, gross building
Industrial
Industrial uses
1 space per 500 gross building sq. ft.
Li ht industrial/off-ice mixed-use:
Light industrials . ft. of building
1 space per 500 gross building sq. ft.
Offices . ft. of building
1 space per 250 gross building sq. ft.
Mini -storage
Parking study required. Subject to approval by the
P T anning community development director or hearing
review body for the develo meet
Public utility facilities
Parking study required. Subject to approval by the
plaming community development director or hearing
review body for the development.
Storage, warehousing and distribution
) space per 500 gross building sq. ft.
Wholesale and distribution
l space Per 5M sq. fl. gross bu i Id ing sq. ft.
Marinas
3 spaces for every 4 boat slips. Plus parking for
support uses in the marina, such as restaurants or retail
uses.
Public/quasi-public uses
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Use Classification
Off -Street Pa rki ng Reg uired
Libraries, museums and other cultural facilities
Parking study required. Subject to approval by the
10-25
pleoiiin community development director or hearing
26-50
review body for the development.
Public service and utility
Parking study required. Subject to approval by the
76-100
planning community development director or hearing
F 101-150
review body for the development.
Religious institutions
1 space per 4 seats.
Schools (Note: The following are guidelines for public
schools)
Parochial, private
It-8
3 spaces per classroom or 1 space per 100 sq. fl. of
auditoriums ace, whichever is greater.
9-12
1 space for each 11 students based on maxiinum school
capacity, or asspecified by use permit.
Vocational, business trade schools
1 space per 150 gross building sq. ft.
Performing arts or other
I s ace er 250 gross building sq. ft.
Transportation facilities
Bus stations, park and ride facilities, pub] is transit
Parking study required. Subject to approval by the
stations
planning communky development director or bearing
review body for the development.
38. Add requirement to Section 14.18.045 for installation of electrical conduit for fixture electric vehicle
charging stations for neyu or substantially renovated parking lots of 25 or more spaces in compliance
with the City Climate Change Action Plan and General Plan 2020 Sustainability Element:
14.18.045 Designated parking for clean air velli-cles.
A. Applicability. Parking spaces scrvin.g-new nonresidential buildings shall be designated for any
combination of low -emitting, fiiel-efFicient, and carpool/van pool vehicles, as defined by Section 5.102 of
the California Green Building Standards Cbde, California Code of Regulations, Part 11 of Title 24,
B. Number of Short -Term Spaces Required. Parking spaces for clean air vehicles shall be provided in
accord with the following chart;
Total Number
of Parking Spaces
Number of Required
Clean Air Vehicle Spaces
0-9
0
10-25
1
26-50
, 3
51-75
6
76-100
8
F 101-150
11
16
51-200
201 and over
At least 8% of total
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C. Parking Stall Marking. The following characters shall be painted, using the same paint for stall
striping, such that the lower edge of the last word aligns with the end of the stall striping and is visible
beneath a parked vehicle: "CLEAN AIR VEHICLE",
D. Prewiring for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations. In new or substantially renovated parking
facilities of twenty-five (25) or more spaces_ electrical conduit capable of supporting suitable wiring for an
electric vehicle charging station shall be installed between an electrical service panel and an area of Clean
Air Vehicle Parking Spaces as required by this section. The conduit shall be capped i and labeled for
potential future use.
39. Amend regulations for tree well size in Section 14.18.130.D to be consistent with changes to Section
14. X8.160 (Parking lot screening and landscaping);
14.18.130 Parking facility dimensions and design.
D. Tree Wells. Tree wells shall have a minimum area of thirty-six (36) square feet and a minimum
interior width of six feet (6'), exclusive of ciu-bs. See Section 14.18.160, Parking lot screening and
landscaping for additional landscape design standards.
40. Amend Section 14.18.160 to increase the recommended ratio of parking lot U-eesfor smaller crown
diameter trees, redefine the objectives for tree distribution in parking lots to focus on shading paved
surfaces, encouraging trees distributed throughout the parking lot or clustered on the southerly and
westerly boundaries, recommend increased minimum planter widihs for laige trees, and add
requirements for soil treatment, landscape maintenance, solar shading and biofiltration and a title for
Illustration 14.18.160,
14.18.160 Parking lot screening and landscaping.
New or substantially renovated parking lots witl `more than five (5) spaces shall provide landscaping in
accordance with the following standards. Substantially renovated parking lots shall be those for which
paving material and curbing is removed and the resulting lot is reconfigured. The following provisions
shall also be used as guidelines for parking lot improvements on remodel projects.
A. Screening. Parking areas visible from.the public right-of-way shall be screened to headlight height
through the use of landscaped earth beans, low walls, fences, eF hedges, -in or combination thereof, with
trees and plantings, or similar means. Fences, walls, and hedges need not be solid.
B. Minimum trees. A minimum of one (canopy tree shall be provided for every four (4) parking
spaces. Trees shall be distributed throughout the parking area to shade cars and paved areas. Clustering of
trees ma.y be considered subject to approval of the decision making body, where it is demonstrated that the
intent will be met to provide ample shading and screening of parking areas and enhance the visual
appearance of parking lots,a i13uedl3ugii prairie -sane
for eam, enhaflee t•1-:gym'--appeara,tc-e-,o-f-far-,. lets and .iewr flea -r
ever -leek par kin., Glustefing oftfees wMin-plar4ing let may be_ ern defed—salt ,.t to the 2r_ ,, f
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body—Flee-vequif,eme!' rb.• e p3 ti�ees-+n-pafking lets l true4wes.
In downtown, this section does not apply to parking lots for twenty (20) or fewer cars, and the standards in
this section may be reduced for parking lots for twenty-one (21) to forty (40) cars, subject to
recommendation by the design review board and approval of a minor design review permit.
C. Planting aFeas shall have a feet -and it minifRum width of s .
feet(6'`, exel..^:..o„r-euf-b&-. Tree Selection and Distribution. Parking lot trees shall be selected and located
to achieve m.axiinum shading of paved surfaces, through utilization of the following techniques:
1. Distribute trees uniformly throus�hout parking areas, incorporating use of regularly spaced
finger islands (see illustration below) and landscape medians between parking rows to the extent
practicable.
2. Cluster trees on southerly and westerly perimeters of parking lots.
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3. Provide minimum tree canopy diameters of fifteen feet (15') and include tree species with large
canopy diameters, e.g,... greater than thiijy feet (30'.
4. Increase tree planting ratios as necessary to provide equivalent canopy coverage of the site
where less than half of the reQuired trees are proposed as large canopy tree species.
D. �1•I-pl send-&Wewalks located addj fking-lets-sI+a-I- die
gr eeted-alerrghepa�iFi�gl^ ;lam:, •�eHr> , or wheel ai`
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or-the-eppFepr-iate heap eview body. Minimum Size of Planting_ Areas and Tree Wells. Planting areas
containing trees and tree wells shall have a minimum area of thiM-six (36) square feet and a minimum
interior width of six feet (6'), exclusive of curbs. For large canopy tree species, tree wells shall have a
minimum area of sixty-four (64) square feet and a minimum width of eight feet (8') exclusive of curbs, to
the extent this larger planting area is practicable and can be accommodated on-site.
E. Curbs and Wheel Stops. A maximum overhang of two feet (2') shall be allowed for overhang of
vehicles into planting areas. All planters and sidewalks located adjacent to driveways, loading areas, or
parking lots shall be protected along the parking lot side with concrete curbs or wheel stops. Alternative
treatments may be considered, subject to the approval of the community development director (or the
directors designated appointee) or the appropriate hearing review body,
F. Irrigation. Permanent, automatic irrigation systems shall be provided for all planted areas, in
compliance with Section 14. 16370 Water-Efficient Landscap .
G. Soil Preparation and Verification. Planting areas and tree wells shall be prepared by excavation to
a minimum depth of three feet (3'), scarifying sides of tree wells (to promote soils integration, water
absorption and healthy root growth), amendment of soil (as mcommended based on soils analysis), and
compaction to no more than seventy-five percent (75%) within twelve inches (12") of a curb or sidewalk.
For parking lots conta4iing twenty-five (25) spaces or inore'a licensed landscape architect shall monitor tree
well excavation, soil preparation and tree1p anting and provide written verification to the community
development directoi that excavation, soil preparation and tree plantingha�omplied with the standards
established by this subsection to promote normal healthy tree growth. Such written verification shall be
received by the community development director prior to use of the parking facility and/or occupancy of f the
use.
H. Maintenance. Landscaped areas associated with Darkinp, lots shall at all times be maintained in a
healthy and clean condition, with replanting as necessary to maintain compliance with the previously
approved landscape plan. For parkin pts containing twenty-five (25) spaces or more the p:roperiv owner
shall obtain a minimum one year maintenance contract and warranty for treegrowth and provide
documentation of such to the community development director prior to use of the parking facility and/or
building; or site occupancy,
L Parking Structures. The top level of parking structures shall utilize fight-colored/high-albedo paving
material reflectance of at least 0.3), or utilize, shade structures, photovoltaic carports, landscaped trellises or
trees to achieve at least fifty percent 50%) daytime shading.
P. Bio-filtration. Persons owning or operating a parking lot, gas station, area of pavement or similar
facility developed with hardscape surfaces shall undertake all practicable measures to ►ninimi.ze discharge
of 2ollutants to the city storm drain, in compliance with city standards, including utilization of all best
management practices and the requirements of San Rafael Municipal Code Title 9.30 (Urban Runoff
enforced by the department of public works. To facilitate compliance with citystonn drain pollution
discharge requirexments, (innovative landscape design concepts maybe substituted for the above standards
subject to the approval of the appropriate hear-iig-review body, including use of permeable pavers, bio-
swales, at grade curbs and openings in curbs to allow filtration of runoff through landsca 2er� eas.
Landscape plans and alternative measures shall subject to compliance with any recommendations of the
department of public works.
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41. Amend 14,18.170 to refer to new Section 14.16.227 right rn d glare standards:
14.18.170 Lighting.
Lights provided to illuminate any parking facility or paved area sball be designed to reflect away from
residential use and motorists. It is the igttcnt. to maintain light standards in a low profile design-a+td, as well
as to be compatible to the architectural design and landscape plan Light fixtures (e.g., pole and wall -mount)
should be selected and spaced to minimize caufliets with tree placement andg ox tivth. (See Section
14.16.227 for additional standards on foot-candle intensity).
42. Add new rrgrntulfathered"parking provision allowing renovation ofparking lots which lose spaces to
meet landscape standards to not be considered nonconforming, provided the Department of Public
Works determines sufficient spaces will be providedr
14.18.240 Grandfathered parking.
A. No use of land lawfully existing on the effective date of the ordinance codified in this title shall be
considered nonconforming solely because of the lack of off-street parking, loading or bicycle facilities
prescribed in this chapter,
B. The number of existing required parking spaces may be reduced to achieve compliance with state
or federal disabled access requirements. In such instances, properties shall not be considered
nonconforming solely because of the lack of off-street parking prescribed by this chapter.
C. The number of required spaces within an existing parking lot approved or established prior to
addition of this section (i.e., ,Ibisert gena ol'adop ionf) may be reduced in order to achieve greater
conformity with the city urban runoff pollution prevention standards contained in San Rafael Municipal
Chapter 9.30, a;s required by the dc. ap rtmenl: of public works, and/or the parking lot landscape regulations
contained in Section 14.18.160, provided that the property owner can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the
public works department alld community development direc-tot that sufficient parking and vehicle
maneuvering will remain to support the intended use(s) of the subject property. In such instances,
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properties shall not be considered nonconforminlr solely because of the lack of off-street parking_ prescribed
by this chapter.
D. For additions or enlargements of any existing building or use, or any change of occupancy or
manner of operation that would increase the number of parking, loading or bicycle spaces required,
additional parking shall be required for such addition, enlargement or change. Where parking for an
existing use is substandard, improvements to improve or upgrade the parking may also be required where
feasible.
PEA nonconforming structure which has been damaged or destroyed more than seventy-five percent
(75%) and which is rebuilt to its original condition must provide parking equivalent to prior existing
parking. Where parking was substandard, improvements to improve or upgrade the parking may also be
required where feasible.
1-F. Determination of the amount of parking improvements required to upgrade or improve existing
substandard parking conditions shall be made by the plannin community development director or the
appropriate hearing review body. Such determination shall consider the size of the proposed addition in
relation to the existing development, off-site parking conditions and site constraints.
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CHAPTER 14.19 —SIGNS
43. Amend Section 14.19.055 to reference current electrical code requirements;
14.19.055 Illumination standards.
The illumination of signs from an artificial source shall be minimized to avoid a nuisance, hazard, light
and glare on the property where the sign is to be located and on the surrounding neighborhood. The
following sign illumination standards shall be required.
A. Sign Illumination Regulated by Zoning District. The type of sign illumination that is permitted shall
be regulated by zoning district, as specified in Section 14.19.060 and Table 14.19-2 of this chapter.
B. Illumination that is Permitted. All lighting shall comply with National I;Iee4rie 68de R'.FG) current
electrical code requirements. The following types of illumination are permitted.
1. Internal illumination. The light source is internally located or concealed behind an opaque face
of individuals letters or a fi-amed canister. The rays of illumination go through the face of the sign or are
projected outwards toward the edge of the sign forming a halo around the sign frame.
2. External, indirect illumination. The light source is exposed and directed toward the sign face
but is shielded or concealed from view with proper shields or glass lenses to avoid glare. Examples of
external illumination include gooseneck light fixtures and ground mounted light fixtures.
3. Reflective illumination. Illumination that is not electrically charged, but responds to light, such
as from passing vehicle headlights, by shining or glowing.
4. Neon. Exposed neon or other gas-filled tubing is permitted with limited use, subject to review
and a recommendation by the design review board.
C. Illumination hitensity. No sign shall be illuminated so that the primary source of the light is visible
beyond the property line or in any way will cause e?ccessive glare or brightness. The city shall reserve the
right to require and/or complete a post -installation inspection of the sign illumination. If, as a result of this
inspection it is determined that the illumination is too bright and adversely impacts adjacent properties and
uses, the city can require a reduction and/or adjustment in the intensity of the sign illumination, so that it is
in keeping with the general level Of illumination on sunrounding properties.
D. Illumination that is Prohibited. The following types of illumination are prohibited:
1. Blinking, flashing or fluttering lights or illumination that has a changing light intensity,
brightness or color;
2. Animation or moving messages;
3. Searchlights.
(Ord. 1825 §§ 1, 2 (Exh. A) (part), 2004).
44. Amend Section 14.19.070 temporary signs to allow for temporary, window covering during
construclion:
14.19.070 Temporary signs.
The city recognizes that temporary signs are often used as a means of communicating messages,
whether commercial or noncommercial, as to certain temporary or short term matters or events such as
commercial promotions, special events or activities, elections and current events. The regulations in this
section are intended to allow the expression of such communications while minimizing the adverse
aesthetic or public safety impacts that may be caused by the uncontrolled proliferation and abandonment of
such signs, such as visual clutter, traffic obstruction and accumulation of debris. The following signs are
considered temporary and may be posted on site for a limited period of time in accordance with the
provisions of this chapter. Unless noted below as not requiring sign permit approval, temporary signs
require the approval of a sign permit prior to being installed or erected:
A. City -Installed Banners. Banners, signs, and associated supporting structures installed by the city for
events and announcements, which are placed across or over a public street, or affixed to street fight poles.
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The location, placement and provisions for such banners, signs and supporting structures shall be
established by standards and subject to fees, as set forth by resolution of the city council from time to time.
No sign permit is required.
B. Noncommercial Signs. Temporary signs bearing ideological, political or other noncommercial
message, including, but not limited to, political and election signs may be located on a site or place of
business. The total sign area permitted per site or place of business shall not exceed thirty-two (32) square
feet. Noncommercial signs may be displayed for a maximum of ninety (90) days per calendar year. Signs
relating to an election shall be removed no later than ten (10) days following the election. No sign permit is
required.
C. Real Estate Sale and Leasing Signs. Temporary real estate sale and leasing signs shall be subject to
the following:
1. On -Site Display. Ground -mounted or placed on the building, not exceeding five (5) square feet
and one in number per building for single-family, duplex residential and multiple -family residential uses.
On-site display signs shall not exceed twenty (20) square feet and two (2) in number for all nonresidential
uses.
2. Off -Site Display. A -frame or ground-moun.ted, placed off-site such as for announcement of an
open house, not exceeding five (5) square feet in size. Open house signs shall be permitted between the
hours of ten a.m. (10:00 a.m.) and seven p.m. (7:00 p.m.) on Saturdays, Sundays, Thursdays (brokers open)
and holidays, and shall be limited to five (5) in number.
3. No real estate sign shall be placed in the public right-of-way, which includes the sidewalk,
travel or parking lane and center median of a street.
4. No sign permit is required.
D. Special function and One -Time Event Signs. Signs, posters and notices for special functions and
one-time events are permitted subject to the following;`
1. A maximum of two (2) signs, not exceeding telt' (10) square feet in area for each sign;
2. Signs shall be posted on-site or off-site on private property. Such signs shall not be placed on
utility poles, streetlights or fences located on }public property;
3. Signs shall not be displayed for more than seven (7) days prior to or more than four (4) days
after the function or event;
4. 1n no instance shall a sign for a special function or one-time event be displayed for more than
thirty (30) days;
S. Signs displayed or placed in a window shall not exceed hventy-five percent (25%) of the
window area;
6. No sign permit is required.
.Examples of special function and one-time event signs include, among others, signs displaying a special
sale, grand opening, business closing, garage, yard or estate sale, meetings, or fundraisers.
E. Temporary Banners. Banners may be displayed by businesses and uses on a temporary basis in all
zoning districts, except in the single-family residential, duplex residential and multiple -family residential
districts, subject to the following permit requirements and criteria:
1. A sign permit is required and must be obtained prior to the display of a temporary banner. The
submittal requirements for a sign pennit for temporary banners are as follows:
a. A complete application form;
b. A photograph of the site showing the proposed location of the banner(s);
c. Three (3) sets of drawings denoting the banner, the location of the banner as it would
appear on the building or property, the total banner area (length and width), the linear street frontage of the
business or case for multiple -tenant buildings, proposed illumination and method of banner attachment.
These drawings need not be prepared by a professional architect or draftsperson, but shall include all
appropriate dimensions and/or scale;
d. A completed and signed (by the business owner) precitation form noting the term Or
duration of time for display of the banner;
e. The required application fee for an administrative level sign permit.
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2. Ali temporary banners shall comply with the following criteria:
a. One banner, up to a maximum size of thirty-two (32) square feet is permitted per business
or use frontage. Businesses or uses with two (2) frontages are permitted two (2) banners authorized under
one sign permit, provided that both banners have the same beginning and expiration dates, are each placed
on separate frontages, and neither banner exceeds thirty-two (32) square feet. Temporary banners shall be
excluded from the calculations of the maximum, total permanent sign area for a business or use permitted
by the sign ordinance (San Rafael Municipal Code Title 14, Chapter 19).
b. No banner, in whole or in part, shall include, via attachment or any other means,
windblown devices intended to attract attention such as posters, pennants, ribbons, streamers, strings of
light bulbs, spinners, balloons, or other inflatable objects.
c. Temporary banners may be displayed for a maximum of sixty (60) days per calendar year,
which can occur all at once or in increments. A separate sign permit shall be required for each increment.
Extensions of an approved sign permit for a temporary banner may be granted, provided that the banner
does not change, the extension request is received in writing no less than two (2) working days prior to
expiration, and the maximum sixty (60) day time limit for display is not exceeded.
d. Banners shall be attached to the building_ However, where a business or use is set back
from the street, or where public visibility of the entrance of a business or use is limited or impaired, a
freestanding banner, supported by a temporary frame, may be placed on-site, between the property line and
the building entrance, in a landscaped or paved area.
e. No banner shall project above the eave line of the building.
f. If any part of the banner projects over public property, public right-of-way, or public
easement, a minimum vertical clearance of eight feet (8% measured from grade shall be maintained,
provided that an encroachment permit or license agreement.has been obtained for said projection.
g. A banner may project a maximum of Pour feet (4') from the outer surface of the building
(e.g., a banner placed on an awning), provided that it does not project to within two feet (2') of the curbline
Of the street or vehicular roadway.
h. If a banner is illuminated, the illumination shall be located and directed so that it does not
create glare, or be capable of reflecting light or directing such light onto or into any adjoining or nearby lot,
structure or public right-of-way. When fipotlights or floodlights are used to illuminate a banner, a reflector
shall be provided with proper shields or glass lenses concentrating illumination upon the area of the banner;
so as to prevent glare upon the street, sidewalk or adjacent property. Flashing lights that change color or
intensity are prohibited. All lighting shall comply with National Electric Code (NEC) requirements.
i. Banners shall. be permitted for announcement or advertisement associated with the on-site
business or use only. This requirement shall be tenant -specific for multiple -tenant buildings.
j. Banners shall comply with the sign location and placement provisions of the sign ordinance
(San Rafael Municipal Code Sections 14.19.053(B) and (C)), which prohibits signs from obstructing exits,
windows and safety equipment, and requires that signs maintain adequate sight distance.
k. As regulated by Sections 14.19.080(F), (H) and (L) of this chapter, banners are prohibited
from displaying statements, words or pictures that are obscene or offensive to morals, are imitative of
official signs, or are likely to cause traffic confusion or traffic hazard.
F. Temporary Construction Signs. Maximum of two (2) in number per site and no more than thirty-six
(36) square feet per sign. No illumination is permitted. Examples of such signs include, among others, signs
displaying the construction project, the parties involved in the construction, and subdivision or development
sales. Such signs are subject to the approval of a sign permit and shall be permitted through the duration of
construction and sales and shall he removed no later than one month following completion of construction,
or following the last sale. This temporary sign provision does not apply to the required posting of a sign
giving notice of the city of San Rafael noise restrictions (Section 8.13.050).
G. Temporary, Portable A -Frame Signs in the Downtown Districts. The location, placement and
provisions for temporary, portable A -frame signs permitted in the downtown districts shall be established
by standards and subject to fees, as set forth by resolution of the city council from time to time.
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H. Temporary Use Signs. Signs for temporary uses such as but not limited to outdoor, temporary or
seasonal sales lots, Christmas tree Or pumpkin sales lots_ The maximum number of signs, the location and
size shall be established with the use pennit required for the temporary use, as required by Chapter 14.22.
Temporary use signs shall be displayed for the period of time established by the use permit.
1. Temporary Construction or Vacant Storefront Signs. Window film or similar covering that contains
an artistic_ graphic or message may be installed in storefront windows for the purpose of obscuring view into
a vacant or under construction tenant space within a builduig. Temporary window display sighs .may
include a non-commercial display such as artwork or commercial message announcing "under
construction", "coming soon", or similar information related to a project under construction. This siege
shall be subject to prior review and ap oval of a temporary sign permit by the community development
director to assure that sign content, message size or proposed artwork design, materials, colors, type and
duration are appropriate and would enhance the appearance of the streetseape during the period of
construction or temporary vacancy. in geuerai, any message content should not exceed twenty-fivee]_� rcent
(25%) of available storefront glazing and should not be installed for more than six (6) months Lor for the
duration of a valid building permitl.
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CHAPTER 14.25 - DESIGN REVIEW
45. Amend Section 14.25.040 to e_vempt upper story additions of 500 square feet or less in size from
design review and for internal consistency with the Second dwelling unit provisions and amendments
proposer! to Section 14.16.360 (Wireless Communications Facilities):
14.25.040 Improvements subject to review.
No improvement subject to environmental and design review shall hereafter be constricted, located,
repaired, altered, expanded or thereafter maintained, except in accordance with a design approved as
provided in this chapter. The following items shall be subject to environmental and design review permits,
whether or not a building permit is required.
A. Major Physical Improvements.
1. New construction on vacant property, including, but not limited to:
a. Any residential structure located within one hundred (100) vertical feet of a ridgel ine,
b. Residential structures with three (3) or more dwelling units, and boarding houses,
c. Residential structures as required by subdivision or zoning approvals,
d. Offices, retail and industrial structures,
e. Public, quasi -public, religious, social and similar community structures,
f. Marinas and yacht clubs;
2. Modifications to existing structures, including, but not limited to:
a. Additions to multifamily residential structures with three (3) or more units, where the
addition constitutes more than forty percent (40%) of the total square footage of the building,
b. Additions and alterations to existing nonresidential structures where the addition is greater
than forty percent (40%) of the existing square footage. (Note: The community development director may
determine that an addition or alteration greater than forty percent (40%) which has a minor impact on the
visual character or function of a building is subject to a minor design review permit.),
c. Relocation of a nonresidential structure, or of a residential structure with three (3) or more
existing dwelling units,
d. Second dwelling units, as prescribed bySection 14.16.285.C.9 wh-ieh-eft A-er— ;..,.�
to �ttens-tt � i�tsi al->�esic� kriehrev"ma_r„o htin i -ed (500) s e feet,
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tfae#et+w-e);
3. Major site design improvements, including but not limited to:
a. Subdivisions located on properties with an average slope of twenty-five percent (25%) or
greater, or with a general plan land use designation of hillside residential or hillside resource residential,
b. Cutting of one thousand (1,000) or more cubic yards per site per year, or fill of two
thousand (2,000) or more cubic yards per site per year. (Exempt: Where removal is being done in
accordance witl.a an approved and legally effective tentative and/or final subdivision map, and a legally
effective building permit_) (Note: A use permit is also required where the principal use proposed is cutting
or filling.),
c. Landscaping as part of a development subject to major environmental and design review,
d. Circulation and parking and loading facilities for pedestrians, bicycles and motor vehicles
on a development subject to major environmental and design review,
e. Signs for a development subject to environmental and design review. The sign pen -nit
application shall be reviewed for location, size and type of signs concurrently with the design review
application. See Chapter 14.19, Signs;
4. Development subject to review as a major physical improvement pursuant to any other
provision of this title;
5. Murals and mural signs painted on the exterior surface of a wall of an existing Or new shfuclure.
6. Neve-maj,ar-wir-elessWireless telecommunications facility, as prescribed under Section
14.16.360.B
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B. Minor Physical Improvements.
1. New construction and modifications, including, but not limited to:
a. Any new residence or residential additions over five hundred (500) square feet in size,
Hpper- adds ens of or any modification that increases the height of the roofline, when located
on residential lots with average slopes of twenty-five percent (25%) or greater or located in the hillside
resource residential and hillside residential general plan land use designations,
b. Any2-)-or ,.. a habitable flee....
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ergaddition or modification that results in lifting the existing ground level floor of a residence to
construct a new ground level floor (lift and fill) located on single -family or duplex residential lots (See
Section 14.25.050.F.6. for design criteria),
c. Accessory structures, or additions or modifications to any residential structure located
within one hundred (100) vertical feet of a ridgeline when such improvement increases the height of a
roolline, or increases building scale and mass and is detennined to be visible from off-site,
d. Additions to multifamily residential structures containing three (3) or more dwelling units,
where the addition constitutes forty percent (40%) or less than the total square footage of the building,
e. New two-story single -family and duplex residential structures
proposing an urian upper story level over five hundred (500) square feet in size "le
See Section 14.25.050.F.6. for design criteria),
f. Up ep r-stow additions to single -family and duplex: residential structures over five hundred
(500) square feet in size (See Section 14.25.050.F.6. for design criteria),
R, Accessory structures on developed non-residential properties over one hundred twen
(120) square feet in size;
h. Accessory structures on developed multi-family residential properties over two hundred
forty (240) square feet in size,
€i. New construction or reconstruction of boat docking facilities,
gi. Additions and alterations to existing nonresidential structures where the addition is forty
percent (40%) or less of the existing square footage and no greater than one thousand two hundred fifty
(1,250) square feet,
hk. Structures over the height limit, including flagpoles, aboveground utility distribution
facilities, including communications towers and public water tanks, windmills, monuments, steeples,
cupolas, and screens for mechanical equipment (chimneys are exempt);
711. New rniner-�Wireless communications facilities, as prescribed under Chapter
14.16.360.B.
2. Minor site design improvements, including, but not limited to:
a. Cutting of more than fifty (50) cubic yards and less than one thousand (1,000) cubic yards
per site per year, or fill more than fifty (50) cubic yards and less than two thousand (2,000) cubic yards per
site per year, (Exempt: Where removal is being done in accordance with an approved and legally effective
tentative and/or final subdivision map, and a legally effective building permit.) (Note: A use permit is also
required where the principal use proposed is cutting or filling.),
b. Landscaping, exterior lighting, fencing, and retaining walls over four tkfee feet (R) high,
proposed as part of a minor physical improvement subject to environmental and design review,
c. Landscape revisions determined to be mirror revisions to an existing hillside residential,
multifamily or nonresidential development, proposed as part of a minor physical improvement,
d. Parking and loading areas, including driveways, sidewalks and curb cuts, on a development
subject to minor environmental and design review,
e. Commercial parking lots, including private parking and new parking locations for uses with
insufficient parking,
f. Drive-Through Facilities. See Section 14.16.110, Drive-through facilities, of this title, for
regulations,
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g. Signs for a development subject to environmental and design review- The sign permit
application shall be reviewed for location, size and type of signs concurrently with the design review
application. See Chapter 14.19, Signs, of this title;
3. Development subject to review as a minor physical improvement pursuant to any other
provision of this title.
C. Administrative Design Permits.
1. Decks, or additions to existing decks, higher than thirty inches (30") above grade, located on
residential lots with average slopes of twenty-five percent (25%) or greater or located in the hillside -
resource residential and hillside residential general plan land use designations, except no review is required
for decks:
a. Less than a total of one hundred (100) square feet,
b. Not visible from the public street or adjacent properties, or
c. Replacing an existing elevated deck with a deck of same size and configuration-,
2. New single-family residences located on a flag lot,
3. New one-story duplexes, or ground floor additions over five hundred (500) square feet itisize
or that include addition of a bedroom,
4. Conversion of a single-family residence to a duplex,
S. Design changes to projects that previously obtained Design Review approval. This includes
modifications to ripper story additions, modifications to windows or architectural, site design or landscaping
changes. Based on the scope and potential impact of the change(s), the level of review may be increased by
the community development director.
6. Outdoor eating areas (as prescribed by Section 14.17.110
7. Minor exterior alterations to a structure or development, which are subject to environmental
and design review, that, in the opinion of the communiiy development director, have minimal impacts on
the visual character or function of the building or d6velopnment,
8. Satellite dishes over the height l unit in a multifamily or nonresidential district,
9. Fences over six feet (6') in height (residential and nonresidential), and as sel forth under the
criteria in Section 14.16.140
10. Nonresidential fencing proposed to be located in a Front yard or between the principal building
and public street frontage(s),
11. Detached accessory structures located on hillside residential lots with slopes of twenty-five
percent (25%) or greater or located in areas with a general plan land use designation of hillside residential
or hillside resource residential,
12. Retaining walls over three Feet (3') in height (measured from the toQ of the footing or Finished
grade, as detennined by the community development director, to the ton of the walliewest „dja _. �)
located on a hillside lot as identified in Section 14.12.020 (-H hillside overlay district) of this title, or
located within one hundred (100) vertical feet of a ridgeline,
13. Minor landscaping or grading mod if cations to a hillside lot or ridgeline lot, including retaining
walls three feet (3') or less in height that would potentially impact the hillside character of the site, to assure
compliance with the -H overlay district property development standards,
14. Minor landscaping revisions to existing or approved multifamily or nonresidential development
that are determined to alter the character of the site,
15. Minor modifications to existing parking lots (reconfiguration or expansion),
16. Exterior repainting and refinishing on a development which significantly deviates from the
color scheme and/or palette previously approved through an environmental and design review permit, or on
structures in the hillside area as identified in Section 14.12.020 of this title when the colors or materials are
not from the approved earthtone-woodtone list,
17. Outdoor storage areas,
18. Design changes to dwelling units that were existing or approved as of January 1991 and that are
being replaced pursuant to Section 14.16.060 (conservation of dwelling units), or dwelling units that are
being replaced pursuant to Section 14.16.270.B.5 (nonconforming structures) of this title,
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19. Modifications to properties in the Eichler -Alliance (-EA) combining district which increase the
height of roof structures by more than six inches (6") or change the roof pitch, including the creation of
sloping roofs, covered atriums that exceed the existing roof height, clerestories or exposed exterior ducting,
but excluding the review of solar collectors which are flush -mounted or not visible from the street frontage,
20. Rooftop equipment and screens visible from off-site.
21. Minor additions or modifications to a wireless communications facility, as prescribed under
Section 14.16,360.13,
22. Non-residential accessory structure one hundred twenty ( 120) square t:cet or less in size.
23. Ancillary detached accessory structures on a developed nlLi ti -family residential property two
hundred forty (240) sic care feet or less_H."I size.
2-224. Development subject to review for an administrative design permit pursuant to any other
provision of this title.
D. Exceptions.
1. Single-family dwellings when sited on individual lots with frontage on a public street and not
otherwise subject to design review as listed above;
2. Ordinary maintenance and repairs;
3. New decks or additions to decks, except where review is required for decks located in hillside
areas as prescribed in Section 14,25.040.0, above;
4. Installation of solar panels on existing structures or grounds, as provided Understate law and in
compliance with all applicable development standards;
5. The cornrnunity development director may declare improvements which have been determined
to be minor or incidental within the intent and objectives of this chapter to be exempt from review.
46. Aniend only sub -,Section 14.25.050, C,2 (Landscape Desit,,n) of SectL 14.25.050 (Review criteria),
which otherwise remains unaltered, to omit the reference to the speelfic MMYYD ordinance nwnher 414,
as./olio 1Vs:
2. Water -Efficient Landscape Ddsign. Water conservation shall be considered and incorporated in
the design of landscape and irrigation plans for all projects. For projects that are required to provide a
water -efficient landscape pursuant to Section 14.16.370 of this 'I"itle, the landscape plan and supportive
materials shall comply with Marin Municipal Water District (MMWD) Ordinance Na. 4 1 11, and future
amendments, as adopted. Where available and when deemed appropriate, reclaimed water shall be used for
irrigation,
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Attachment 2
Excerpts of prior February 25, 2014 Draft Zoning Ordinance Amendments
eliigibie for services provided under the Lanterman Developiment Disabilities Services Act Division 4.5,
commencing with Section 4500 o(l?e Wel ore and Inslitutions Code and may include, arnong other
populations, families with children, elderly persons. Young adults aging out of the foster care system
individuals_ exiting institutional settings, veterans, or homeless people) and that is linked to on- or off-site
services that assist the supportive housing residents in retaining; the housing, improving his or her health
status, arta maximizing his or her ability to live and, when possible, work in the community.
"Transitional housing" said "transitionfil housing development" mean rental housing developments as
defined under State Health and Safety Code Section 50675.2: Le- buildhi sg configured as r-egltal housing:
developments, but operated under pro =rag: m requirements that call for• the termination of assistance and
recirculation of the assisted units to another eligible_ prol;rana recipient at some predetermined future point
in dyne, which shall be no less than six (6) months.
"Wind turbine" means a rotating machine which converts kinetic energy in wind into mechanical
energy, which it then converts into electricity
4. Ameu(l the following deTnitions of Section 14 03.030 to be consistent with leans used in San Rr fuel
Getmeml Plan 2020, far "Height" to establish nflP method of mensurelueltt for nouhillside, and to
coincide )I*II modifications proposed to Chapter 14.13 Welland Overlay District Slumlords and
tunendmenls urarle to Chopler 14.16 Site turd Use Regulations relatetl to accessoi)) structures, lot
coverage turd setbacks:
"Accessory structure" means a structure detached from•a pi -h cipaI building on the same lot and
customarily incidental and subordinate to the principal buildiirg and use that requires a foundation or
structural support on the ground. eont4uous
greenhouses storage sheds, freestanding solar Lanel'arrays, small wind energy systems, cabanas, studios,
sport courts, sl2as, hot tubs and pools. Accessory s'tr'ucture would not include a "tree house" that does not
have a foundation support on the ground or require building permit.
"Creek" means arra perennial, intermittent or ephemeral open watercourse which has a defined bed and
bank and connecti-9-gs to other water bodies, as shown ora the San Rafael General Plan genofaf-p-laii
watemhed and creeks map, A e-Crecic also includes unmapped tributaries to the bay to the point at which
they have a defined bed and bank. Creek is distinguishablefi-om a "d'ainageway.'>
"Drainageway" means: (1) an open swale-iirlH•II&4el areas or localized depression that lacks defined
banks, whieh seasonally Fel leets; a laces-af)dwhiclr transpo►-ts stor►nwater to creeks, wetlands or water
bodies such as the bay; and (2.) man-made open ditches or channels (typically with low habitat value) which
drain developed properties, Di^ainog'eway is distinguishable from a %reel<."
Ileight. "Height of a building" means of a structure, including fences and walls as messagedyel�tical_Iy
horn an appropriate finished grade elevation cstablislted for the site. Finished grade shall be subject to
review and determination barite communi � development director in consultation with the wilding official.
Grade elevation shall not be artificially modified far the sole purpose of increasing overall her ht4ha
m"nI—., _()de edepLed-by
#lie-rity. For residential Jots subject to the hillside residential design guidelines, the height of all structures,
fences and walls sliall be measured vei•ticaIly from the existing (e.g., natural) grade to the uppermost point
of the roof edge, wall parapet, mansard or other feature above tate existing grade at anigiven point
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pei=lje dice to ti�at-gi-tilewith the intent ofminimizing gradii)a to development footprint and inaintainiva
naturalrg ade planes]. See illustrations below.
Standard Height Measurement
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"Kiosk" means a shall, freestanding acdessory structure used for retail or service uses -(see also Section
.14.16.225).
"Lot coverage" means that portion of the lot covered by buildings, including stairways; covered
walkways; covered patios; covered parking structures; covered decks or uncovered decks over thirty inches
(30") in height; and detached recreational and storage structures that are greater than one hundred (120)
square feet in size. Lot covet -age excludes residential fences, ground level landscaped areas, walkways and
paved areas, uncovered patios and decks thitly inches (30") or less in height, uncovered recreational and
uncovered parking and driveway areas, detached girdon sheds, tool sheds, playhouses and similar detached
accessory structures that do not reauire a bui[ding permit and are not greater than one hulidred twenty 1120)
square feet in site -and no taller than eight feet (8' in height, and portions of structures that are located
below em�*ng grade; a+IcWet-^eAed reer-eatieoal and Rge twenty (I
Sfruare-fee•�-iee,
Office, medical. "Medical office" ineans a facility, other than a hospital, where medical, dental, mental
health, surgical, and/or other personal health care services are provided on an outpatient basis. A medical
office use would provide consultation, diagnosis, therapeutic, preventative or corrective treatment services
by doctors, dentists, medical and dental laboratories, chiropractors, counselors, physical therapists,
respirator typists, acupuncturists and psychiatrists, and similar practitioners of medical and healing arts
I
or Humans Iicensed for such practice by the State of California. Medical office uses typically require use of
specialized medical equipment and medical training to evaluate, diagnose and administer Uentments,
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"Kiosk" means a shall, freestanding acdessory structure used for retail or service uses -(see also Section
.14.16.225).
"Lot coverage" means that portion of the lot covered by buildings, including stairways; covered
walkways; covered patios; covered parking structures; covered decks or uncovered decks over thirty inches
(30") in height; and detached recreational and storage structures that are greater than one hundred (120)
square feet in size. Lot covet -age excludes residential fences, ground level landscaped areas, walkways and
paved areas, uncovered patios and decks thitly inches (30") or less in height, uncovered recreational and
uncovered parking and driveway areas, detached girdon sheds, tool sheds, playhouses and similar detached
accessory structures that do not reauire a bui[ding permit and are not greater than one hulidred twenty 1120)
square feet in site -and no taller than eight feet (8' in height, and portions of structures that are located
below em�*ng grade; a+IcWet-^eAed reer-eatieoal and Rge twenty (I
Sfruare-fee•�-iee,
Office, medical. "Medical office" ineans a facility, other than a hospital, where medical, dental, mental
health, surgical, and/or other personal health care services are provided on an outpatient basis. A medical
office use would provide consultation, diagnosis, therapeutic, preventative or corrective treatment services
by doctors, dentists, medical and dental laboratories, chiropractors, counselors, physical therapists,
respirator typists, acupuncturists and psychiatrists, and similar practitioners of medical and healing arts
I
or Humans Iicensed for such practice by the State of California. Medical office uses typically require use of
specialized medical equipment and medical training to evaluate, diagnose and administer Uentments,
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E. Ridge Iine Development. Development of new structures within one hundred (100) vertical feeto f a
visually significant ridgeline, as shown onthe con)munity design map of tl)e general plan, is prohibited
unless this restriction precludes all reasonable economic use of the property. Exception: an exception to the
ridgeline regulation may be granted if the decision-making body makes the findings that:
1. There are no site development alternatives which avoid ridgeline development;
2. The density has been reduced to the minimum allowed by the general plan land use designation
density range;
3. No new subdivision lots are created which will result in ridgeline development; and
h. The proposed development will not have significant adverse visual impacts due to
modifications for height, bulk, design, size, location, siting and landscaping which avoid or minimize the
visual impacts of the development, as viewed from all public viewing areas.
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F. Parking Req>Iireineirts. On streets less than twenty-six feet (26') wide, a minimum of two (2)
additional on-site parking spaces shall be provided (not on the driveway apron) for single-family residential
develo mens. These spaces should be conveniently placed relative to the dwelling unit which they
predominately serve. This requirement may be waived, modified, or reduced by the bearing body when the
size or shape of the lot or the need for excessive grading or trec removal makes the rcquiretnent infeasible.
For lots with a steel) downslope from the street, the ]tearing body nigy approve an alternate harking design
that would allow vehicles to back -out onto a street less than twenty-six feet (26')wide if there is ade uate
sight distance and backupspace provided e.g., twenty six feet (26) of combined paved area behind the
packing spacel, and it would reduce the teed for excessive gradiatgyo..r driveway slope, or tree removal, and
if recommended by the department of public works.
G. Lot Standards. Minimum lot sizes and widdts for lots created after November 21, 1991 are subject
to the slope tables established under Chapter 15.07 of the subdivision ordinance.
H. Street and Driveways. New street and driveway grades shall not exceed eighteen percent (18%)
unless an exception has been granted by the hearing body, and the design has been recommended by the
design review board, public works director and fire marshal to allow a driveway or street slope up to a
maximum twenty-five percent (25%)grade, Streets and driveways with slopes over fifteen ,percent (15%)
shall be a permanent, durable, non-as.)balt hardscape surface. Streets ai)d driveways witli slopes over
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eighteen percent {18%) shall have grooves/scoring for traction. A suitabie transition shall lie provided at the
street and driveway apron to allow vehicles to safely Transition to/from roadways and parking_areas, as
recommended by the department of public works. Farther, the design of the driveway apron at the garage
shall be sweet to review and approval by the depa►luient of public works to ensure safe and efficient
vehicle ingress and egress.
Y. Design Review Requirement. An environmental and design review permit may be required,
consistent with the requirements of Chapter 14.25, Environmontal and Design Review Permits. All
applications shall be evaluated for conformity with the Niliside Residentia) Design Guidelines Manual.
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of a building pennit) recordation of a deed restriction with the County of Marin to reflect that the detached
accessory structure cannot be utilized as a second dwelling unit, unless it complies with the requirements of
Section 14.16.285.
f. Mechanical equipment shall subject to additional screening And setback requirements, as
specified in Section 14.16.320.
3. Alley Setback. An accessory structure shall be located a minimtun of five feet L) fr•orn an
alley•
4 Coverage Irn addition to counting toward the total lot coverage limit that applies to all
structures on a parcel, residential accessory structures sliall not exceed a maximum of thirty percent (30%)
of the required side or rear yard areas. Required front yard areas shall maintain at least forty -percent (40%)
pervious landscape area.
F. Nonresidential Accessory Structures. The following standards slrall apply to accessory structures
where permitted in a non-residential zotuine district.
1, hi a nonresidential district, above ground accessory structures are permitted when such
structures do riot alter the cliaracter of the premises and when constructed in conformity with all ap lid cable
requirements of this title; inchtding floor area ratio requirements of this Chapter 14.16, Chapter 14.18
(Parking Standards) and Chapter 14.25 (Design Review).
2. Shipping and Storage Containers. Shipping and storage containers (e.g.. "cargo" containers). or
similar al 1 -weather storage containers, may be allowed within an ckutdoor storage yard that has beea
approved consistent with the provisions of the underlying commercial and industrial district land use tables,
container proposed for a temporary use.
18. A&I the following requiremeirifor inslrrllnfion of refuse euclosm,es our multi family, mixed-use and
rroir-resirlerrtirtl developnrenl:
14,16.025 Refuse enclosure reguiremenf.
Suitable area shall be provided on-site foe coIIection of trash and reevclaWe materials for a]I multi-
family, mixed-use and non-residential development pro'ects,_Refuse storage areas shall be adectuately
screened from view, The refuse area enclosure shall be designed to meet the minimum recommended
dimensional standards of the local refuse collection agency, as well as any rrequirernents of other agencies
responsible for review and permitting of the_facili1y; such as buildin , fire, public works or cuuno health.
See Section 14.16.020 for Accessoi;v Structure standards and Chapter 14.25 for Design Review
recluirements.
19. Add the following swirdards for homeless shelteis in compliance with the General Plem 2020
Housing Element wrdStale Lmo:
14.16.11S Emergenc shelters — permanent
A. Purpose. This section establishes standards for location and operation of a permanent emergency
Shelter for homeies" opulatioins in compliance with California Government Code Section 65583, including
allowing shelters as a permitted use in some commercial and industrial district locations This section is not
applicable to teinpoi-ary emergeircy shelters established by the city in response to an emergency event.
B. AlicabilitV_. Emergency shelters torp ovide tempora housing and assistance for families and
individuals who are homeless shall be permitted as of right in the GC and LVO districts generally bounded
by Bcllam Boulevard and I-580, consisting of those shaded parcels within this area, as shown on Map
14.16.115 .and at other locations where conditionally permitted lav the Laitd Use Tables of this Title,
Consistent with the provisions herein.
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ftAuk oermit must- be o
shelter pursuant to the Land Use Tables Uthis Title, findings shall be made with regard to the performance
standards required herein in addition to the`use permit findings required pursuant to Chapter 14.22:
D_ Performance Standards. An emergency shelter shall meet the followingdevelopment and
perf=ormance standards:
1. On-site management and on-site security shall be provided du1-ing hours when the emergeticy
shelter is in operation.
2. Adequate external lighting shall be provided for security purposes (i.e., one foot-candle at all
doors and eutrvways and one-lralffoot-candle at walkways and parking lots). The lighting shall be
stationary, directed away flan_ adiacent properties and public right-of-ways, and of intensity compatible
with the surrounding area.
3... The development mayix-ovide one or more of the following -specific common faci I ities for the
exclusive use of the residents and staff:
a. Central cooking and dining room(s),
b Recreation room.
c. Counseling center.
d. 'Child care facilities.
e. Other support services.
4. Parking and outdoor facilities shall be designed to provide security for residents, visitors,
employees and the surrounding area and consistent with the requirements of Section 14 1 040 (Parking
Red u i rem enlsL
S. A refuse storage area shall be provided that is completely enclosed with masonry walls not less
than five feet (5')high with a solid -gated opening and that is large enough to accommodate a standard -sized
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trash biu adequate for use on the parcel, or other enclosures as approved by the review authority. The refuse
enclosure shall be accessible to refuse collection vehicles.
6. The agcy or oraanizatioi operating the shelter shall eorn2lly with the Following requirements:
a. Shelter slialI be available to residents for no more than six months. No individual or
household may be denied emergency shelter because of an inabili_, to M.
b. Staff and services shall be provided to assist residents to obtain permanent shelter and
income.
c, The provider shall have a written management plan including, as applicable, provisions for
off ti ining�ei hg borliood ouheacl�. security, screening? of residents to ensure coinyatibifi with services
provided at the facility, and for training, counseling, and treatment programs for residents.
7. No ernergepey shelter shall he located within three hundred feet (300') of another emergency_
homeless shelter site, unless permitted through review and approval of a conditional use permit where it is
determined the additional shelter location is auproopriate and necessary to serve the intended popula_tion and
would not result in an over-concenh•ation in the eommuni1y..
8. The facility shall be in, and shall maintain at all times, ood.,standing_with city .and/or state
licenses, if regtrir'ed by these agencies for the owlier(s_), o .er tors and/or staff on the pro osed facility.
9. The maximum number of beds or clients permitted to be served (eating, showering and/or
spending the ni =ht nightly shall comply with the occupancy limit established by the building code.
20. Amend section 14.16.130 consistent ruilh coitctt►rent atneit(Irnieitts to (lccessot)) structtves provisiats;
14.16.130 Exclusions to the required minimum yards..'
AAArchitectural features projecting, from a structures tch as fireplaces, cornices, eaves and canopies
may extend no more than two feet (2') into any required yard: Open and uncovered decks, landingsp4aees
of"aa•tRide and/or'stairways may projectr�o-rz�a��-tl3a�n. roto tltree feet (3') into any required side or rear yard
and up tato six feet (6') into any required fi-bht yard._9pen--w evered deeks • dei- twelve
B. These exclusions to required tninimumn'yards-rimy be combined with a Setback l~xception rrranted
pursuant to Section 14.24.020.13, provided fila# a ininirrrum yard area is maintained in keeping with the
character of the residential neighborhood:
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C. Retain in walls kss-the-n four feet t4'1 or less in height measured from the tree-"e-ral-I top of the
footing to the top of the wall; and subterranean structures which are located entirely below both existing
and finished grade are allowed anywliere within the requu'ed yards: except as otherwise regulated under
Section 14.16.020 (Accessory Structures . eujitai • atu— de �yMive yard imp, . ,
f et (4') ei- leas in height-,+ &5 -be -a-1 owed mithiH (lie •,i'l1ed-f41",t yY?1 d7ai leet(!_' ei— less -iii -43414
9, ,. , he allowed iii-izeeti fed--SiC•1•E$ifd+effFy-a}ds-
D. Elevated parking decks that are proposed to provided necessary driveway access, reQUired Ruest
parking, and/or access to necessary walkways serving a single-family residence on a steeply__dawnslopin�
hillside lot (i.e., twenty-five percent (25%) or greater downslope from the street) may be permitted within
the required fr'ont'yard setback. See 14.25 for design review renuiremeirts_
21. Amend section 14.16.132 consistent Ivith concurrent amendments to accesso)y strnetures p,•ovisions:
14.16.132 Exclusions to maximum lot coverage.
The Following improvements are not counted as part of lot coverage: ground level landscaped areas, at
grade walkways grade incfudine steps, and paved areas, uncovered patios and decks thirty inches (30")
or less in height, uncovered recreational and uncovered parking and driveway areas, paved parking areas
covered by solar- 12anel installations pursuant to Section 14.16.307.p a and storage structures not.reauiring
a building permit that are one hundred twenty (120) square feet or less in size and eight feet W) or less in
heigiit, and structures that are located entirely below both existing and finished grade; pltry-and-stetW
Wires -t' -ar; ntrrtdred-i"., 120% fleet -car -less -41-s ze_
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solar Dower plant or "energ_ farm", as reQula[ed under Ca Codes Public iltilities Code Section 2868-2869
as it may be amended from time to tune). Solar energy production facilitti(s'} shall only be established where
"utility facilities" air, listed as a conditionally permitted quasi -.12uhlic use in the underlying zonrn dim
land use table s),
30. Anteitd section /4.16.320 to be con.vistertt witlr coucru'rettt aamendnteuts to the accessory structures
��jj Standards.
14.1-6.320 Swimming pools,r�l-nf1 hot tubs, and other mechanical equipment.
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els svain i+ oel-sl�a�l-eiteroseli We Setback-. 148 hot tub Aaa4-enei;&ae'a-immme an),H. less-Nia pump or filter
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installation, air conditioning, unit or similar inechanical ec7Wpinent, including new but riot limited to
transformers for electric vehicle ebaryinQ stations and wind enerev systein& shall be less than Five feet (5')
from any propert-y lisle.lfa pump or filter or any similar mechanical equipment, includinganew but not
limited to transformers for electricve;hicle charging stations and wind me-i-gy s sterns, is located within
fifteen feet (15') of any bedroom window on an adjacent lot, a three (3) sided solid enclosure with baffles to
screen the equipment from the bedroom, or equally effective uneasure(s), shall be provided to reduce noise
impact. Sound attenuation shall be provided around mechanical equipment to ensure that any mechanical
noise that is perceptible at the prol2erty I ine (and generally measured in direct line of sight of the e ui ment
is attenuated to the maxiunurn extent practicable and that daytime/nighttime thresholds established under
SRMC Table 8,13-1 for the applicable zoiiing district are not exceeded.
31. Amend section 14.16.360 to apdate ]wireless facilities r1egulatiorts irr «n effort to streautlirte review
consistent with provisions of the unreuded Federrd TeleeollrfllmdcatimtsAct of 1996 & Section 6409(0)
of the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Acl of 2012, and the Federal Contnturtications
Commission Notice of proposed ltulemakirtg, frrrtlten.eitcoin,age stealtlr design solutions, amend rued
domigr'ade review autljorityfor existing amfsle(rlth facilities, and extend the ammul City RF review
period from 3 years to S years:
14.16.360 'Wireless communication fa'ciIi66.
A. Purpose. This section establishes standards to regulate the design and placement of towers,
antennas, and other wireless communication transmission and/or reception facilities (hereinafter called
wireless communication facilities) on public and private propeily to minimize the potential safety and
aesthetic impacts on neighboring property owners and the community, and to coinplv with applicable state
and federal laws, including the Federal Telecommunications Act of 1996. To fulfill this purpose, this
section Is rntended to, -
1. Establish review and approval reguiretments, application submittal requirements, and
development standards to regulate the design and placement of wireless communication facilities so as to
preserve the visual character of the city and to ensure public health and safety, consistent with federal law
and Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) regulations.
2. Aclulowledge the community benefit associated with Ilie provision of wireless com munication
services within the city.
3. Encourage the joint use of new and existing ground rnonnted facility monopole/tower sites as a
primaiy option rather than construction of additional single -use towers.
4. Allow the community development director, or delegated staff, to make certain determinations
under the provisions of this section.
S. Parmi-ts Zoning Review Required.
I. Ministerial Review. A staff level ministerial review shall be regpired and obtained from the
community development director., and no discretionary us�;rnit or L:.nvironinental design review n.lanninng
permits shall be required, for the following types of wireless communications facilities to assure
coilMIiance with the requirements of subsections G. H. I, J. K, L- and ..M ofIhis section:
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41. Amend 14.18.170 to refer' to ireiv Section 14.16, 2271ight eind glare staml(rr•dsr
14.18.170 Lighting,
Lights provided to illuminate any parking facility or paved area snail be designed to reflect away from
residential use and motorists. It is the in#ent to:tnaiatain light standards in a low profile design-fiid, as well
as to be compatible to the architectural design and landscape plan- Light fixtures (e.o., pole and wall -mount)
should be selected and sauced to minimize conflicts witli tree placement and growth. (See Section
14.16,227 for additional standards on foot-candle intensitv�.
42. Add ne)v "gremifaMered"parking provision ollolving renovation ofparking lots which lose spaces io
»reel landscape standards to trot be corisirlered nouconformhlg, providerl the Depurtmeul ol'Public
Works determines suf leient spaces will be provided:
14.18.240 Grandfathered parking.
A. No use of land lawfully existing on the effective date of the ordinance codified in this title shall be
considered nonconforming solely because of the lack of off-street parking, loading oz• bicycle facilities
prescribed in this chapter.
& The number of existing required parking spaces may be reduced to achieve compIin-lice with state
or federal disabled access requirements. In such instances, properties shall not be considered
nonconforming solely because of the lack of Off-street parking prescribed by this chapter.
C. The number of required spaces within ati existing_parldn ig_ of aroved oi• established priorto
adoption of this section (i.e.. CMSert date of ndoplion3) may be reduced in order to achieve gveater
conformity with the city urban runoff pollution prevention standards contained in San Rafael Municipal
Chapter 9.30 as required by the department of public works- and/or the parking lot landscape reaulations
contained in Section 14.18.160, provided that the propertyowter call demonstrate to the satisfaction of the
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intended use(s) of the subject property. In such instances, gropeities shall not be considered nonconfoi7ning
solely because of the lack of off-street parking_prescribed by this chapter.
D. For additions or cnl.aroernents ofauy existing building or use, or any change of occupancy or
manner of operation that would increase the number of parking, loading or hicycle spaces required,
additional parking shall be required for such addilion, enlargement or change. Where parking for an
existing use is substandard, improvements to improve or upgrade the parking may also be required where
feasible.
DE.A nonconforming strLICture vrhioh has been damaged or dcstroycd more than seventy-five percent
(75%) and which is rebuilt to its original condition must provide parking equivalent to prior exis6ig
harking. Where parking was substandard, improvelneiits to improve or upgrade the parking may also be
required where feasible.
EF. Determination of the amount of parking improvements required to upgrade or improve existing,
substandard parking conditions shall be made by (lie (fla-H+4w, community deyelo np lent director or the
appropriate hearing review body. Such determination shall consider the size of the proposed addition in
relation to the existing clevelopment, off-site parking conditions and site constraints.
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