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<br />ATTY/ORD.408/ZONING ORD AMENDMENT 2ND READING– HILLSIDE <br />REV: 06-12-15 VR-RS <br />Page 9 of 19 <br /> <br /> <br />Figure 5.7B - R-1 Side Yard Setbacks <br /> <br />5.8 Additional Regulations for Sloping Lots. <br />A. Purpose. The purpose of the additional regulations for sloping lots is that: <br />1. Trees and natural features, well-designed homes and variety of architectural styles are <br />key components of quality hillside areas; <br />2. Safety of homes, both structurally and from fire danger, is of particular concern in the <br />hillside areas; <br />3. Ensuring that homes are integrated with hillside slopes and scaled to the size of the <br />property contributes towards overall compatibility; and <br />4. Allowing reasonably-sized homes and additions can further the goals of neighborhood <br />quality and accommodate diverse family and multi-generational needs. <br />B. Definition of Sloping Lots. For the purposes of this section, “sloping lots” is any lot in the <br />R-1 or RH Zoning District that has an average slope of 15 percent or more. <br />C. Underfloors. Exterior building surfaces between the lowest floor and finished grade shall <br />be comprised of fire-retardant materials to prevent exposure to wildfire hazard. The <br />building official shall determine compliance with this standard. <br />D. Parking Front Setback Adjustment. In order to reduce grading, required parking <br />(including a private garage) may be located, at the discretion of the Director, as close as 5 <br />feet to the street property line; provided that portions of the dwelling and accessory <br />structures other than the garage shall comply with the setback requirements of the base <br />zoning district. Driveway aprons of 10 to 18 feet are prohibited as they would allow a car <br />to protrude into the sidewalk or street. <br />E. Review Process. As required per Article 45 (Architectural Permits). <br />7.4.A. - Page 11