Reso23-12 Reso 0046 PC Recommending Zoning Text & Map Amendments & Exhibits

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ATTY/RESO.0046/PC RESO RECOMMENDING ZONING TEXT & MAP AMENDMENTS – EXHIBIT A REV: 06-02-23 JB Page 16 of 66 3. Ensuring that homes are integrated with hillside slopes and scaled to the size of the property contributes towards overall compatibility; and 4. Allowing reasonably-sized homes and additions can further the goals of neighborhood quality and accommodate diverse family and multi-generational needs. B. Definition of Sloping Lots. For the purposes of this section, "sloping lots" is any lot in the R- 1 or RH Zoning District that has an average slope of 15 percent or more. C. Underfloors. Exterior building surfaces between the lowest floor and finished grade shall be comprised of fire-retardant materials to prevent exposure to wildfire hazard. The building official shall determine compliance with this standard. D. Parking Front Setback Adjustment. In order to reduce grading, required parking (including a private garage) may be located, at the discretion of the Director, as close as 5 feet to the street property line; provided that portions of the dwelling and accessory structures other than the garage shall comply with the setback requirements of the base zoning district. Driveway aprons of 10 to 18 feet are prohibited as they would allow a car to protrude into the sidewalk or street. E. Review Process. As required per Article 45 (Architectural Permits). 5.9 Pervious Area and Stormwater Requirements. A. Definitions. "Pervious" is defined as areas with landscaping, vegetated open space, or permeable paving materials consistent with Section 32.12 (Stormwater Treatment) of the Zoning Ordinance. B. Pervious Requirements. At least 40 percent of each lot and a minimum of 60 percent of the required front yard area shall be pervious. For lots less than 50 feet in width, a maximum paved area 20 feet wide may be permitted for driveway and parking areas. C. Stormwater Requirements. New development shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 27A (Stormwater Requirement Treatment Measures and Maintenance Program) of the Municipal Code. 5.10 – SB 9 Projects This section is intended to implement the provisions of Government Code Section 65852.21 to allow SB 9 Projects in single-family residential zones. A. Number of Dwelling Unit. 1. A lot that was not previously issued a parcel map for an urban lot split as defined in Section 30.30 of the Municipal Code may develop an SB 9 Project and, in addition, may apply for the development of Accessory Dwelling Units. 2. A lot created through a parcel map for an urban lot split as defined in Section 30.30 of the Municipal Code may develop up to two dwelling units on the lot. The units may include an SB 9 Project, Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit(s), and Accessory Dwelling Unit(s), or some combination thereof that does not result in more than two dwelling units on the lot. B. Development Standards. Except as otherwise provided, SB 9 Projects shall comply with the objective zoning standards, objective subdivision standards and objective design