Bellflower City Zoning Code
CHAPTER 17
16 SF SINGLE FAMILY ZONE
§ 17.16.010 Intent and Purpose.
A restrictive residential zone, composed of individual homes, together with required recreational, religious, educational and other community facilities as the basic elements of a balanced neighborhood.
(Prior code § 19-4.1)
§ 17.16.020 Permitted Uses.
The following uses only shall be permitted in the SF Single Family Zone unless as may be otherwise provided for in this chapter:
A.
Single family residence of a permanent character placed in a permanent location.
B.
Maintaining mail addresses for business license purposes only, providing no stock in trade, supplies, professional equipment, apparatus, or business equipment are kept on the premises, and provided that no employees or assistants perform or are engaged for services on the premises or that no employee would pick up a vehicle at the premises in a residential district.
C.
Home occupation.
D.
Private greenhouses and horticultural collections, flower and vegetable gardens and fruit trees.
E.
Animals. A person shall not keep or maintain any animal in any residential zone, whether such animal is kept or maintained for the personal use of the occupant or otherwise, except that for each dwelling unit the occupant may keep for his/her personal use:
2.
Wild Animals:
a.
Bees, Honey (Apis Mellifera species only), subject to the provisions of Subsection 17.16.020(E)(5).
b.
Canaries.
c.
Chinchillas.
d.
Chipmunks.
e.
Cockatiels.
f.
Finches.
g.
Gopher snakes.
h.
Guinea pigs.
i.
Hamsters.
j.
King snakes.
k.
Marmoset monkeys.
l.
Parrots and other birds of the Psittacine family.
m.
Pigeons.
n.
Squirrel monkeys.
o.
Turtles.
p.
Tropical fish except Caribe, without restriction as to number.
q.
White mice.
r.
White rats.
s.
Any animal which the Planning Commission, or which the Director of the Department of Animal Control, finds is neither more obnoxious or detrimental to the public welfare than the animals enumerated in this subsection.
t.
All animals permitted above shall be kept singly or in combination so as not to exceed more than three such animals.
3.
Any person desiring to keep or maintain as a pet or for the personal use of members of the family residing on the premises any domestic or wild animal not specifically classified elsewhere in this Code, including, but not limited to, one or more chickens, which will not jeopardize, endanger or otherwise constitute a menace to the public health, safety or general welfare, and domestic and wild animals exceeding the number otherwise permitted by this Code, which will not be materially detrimental to the use, enjoyment or valuation of property of other persons located in the vicinity of such site, shall obtain a valid Animal Permit pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 17.120.
4.
All animals permitted shall be kept in such a manner as not to jeopardize, endanger or otherwise constitute a menace to the public health, safety or general welfare or jeopardize, endanger or otherwise constitute a menace to the animals themselves.
5.
Bees, Honey (Apis Mellifera species only). The keeping of bees shall be subject to the following requirements:
a.
Beekeeping shall only be allowed on a lot developed with one single-family dwelling, with or without an accessory dwelling unit per BMC 17.16.170;
b.
Bees shall be maintained in hives consisting of moveable frames and combs;
c.
No more than two hives shall be maintained on a lot;
d.
Hives shall be kept in sound and usable condition at all times;
e.
Hives shall be located at least five feet from all property lines;
f.
Hive entrances or openings shall be oriented away from neighboring properties;
g.
Hives shall be screened with landscaping materials, such as shrubs, or solid fencing material, such as wood, vinyl, or block, at least six feet in height so the bees must fly over the landscaping material before leaving the property;
h.
Hives shall be continually managed to provide adequate living space for the resident bees in order to prevent swarming;
i.
The queen bee in a colony shall be replaced with a younger and more productive queen at least once every two years to prevent swarming;
j.
A water source for bees shall be provided, at all times, on the property where the bees are kept to discourage bee visitation at swimming pools, hose bibs, and other water sources on other property;
k.
Hive maintenance materials or equipment shall be stored in a sealed container or placed within a building; and
l.
Bees and hives shall be considered a public nuisance when any of the following occurs:
F.
Yard/Garage Sale.
1. "Director" "Lot" "Notice" "Permit" "Personal property" "Sale"
Definitions. For the purpose of this subsection, the following words and phrases contained herein shall be defined as follows:
shall mean the Director of Community Development of the City;
shall mean a lot defined as such in the City's Zoning Ordinance, located within the City, which is classified in Zones SF, R-1, A-E, R-2 or R-3, pursuant to the City's Zoning Ordinance or any lot regardless of zone which is utilized for residential purposes;
as used herein shall mean a written notice given either by personal service upon the person to be notified or by delivery of the same to the custody of the United States Postal Service, or its successor in interest, postage prepaid, addressed to the person to be notified at that person's last known address. Notices shall be deemed given pursuant to the provisions of this subsection at such time as the notice is personally delivered to the person to be notified, or, two consecutive calendar days following the deposit of the same in the custody of the United States Postal Service.
shall mean a permit authorizing the conduct of a sale;
shall mean any goods, wares, merchandise or other personal property owned by the person conducting the sale except new items, live animals, food, tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, weapons, controlled substances or any item which is illegal to possess;
shall mean a yard or garage sale at which personal property is offered for sale to members of the public;
2.
Permit Required. A sale shall be permitted on a lot provided that no person shall sell or offer to sell personal property, at a sale unless and until such person has obtained a permit from the Director. No such permit shall be issued unless:
a.
The applicant has filed with the Director an application for a permit, in a form prepared by the Director, and has paid a filing and processing fee in an amount set by resolution of the City Council; provided that nonprofit California corporations shall be required to obtain a permit for a sale, but shall be exempt from the payment of a filing and processing fee therefor; and
b.
The applicant has filed with the Director an affidavit stating that all of the personal property, hereafter defined to be sold at the sale, is owned by the applicant or by members of his/her family, which personal property has not been acquired by, or consigned to the applicant for purposes of resale at such a sale.
3.
Limit on Number of Permits. Not more than two permits shall be issued in any calendar year authorizing a sale on any lot;
4.
Permitted Days of Sale. Permits shall only be valid for two consecutive calendar days, as designated on the face of each permit;
5.
Time for Display of Personal Property. Personal property offered for purchase at a sale shall not be displayed on any part of the lot to which the permit relates before 6:00 a.m. or after 6:00 p.m. of any day during which the sale may be conducted under the terms of the permit;
6.
Exclusions. The provisions of this chapter shall not apply to:
a.
Any sale of personal property made under court order or pursuant to a private trust deed or mortgage foreclosure proceeding; nor
b.
The sale of motor vehicles, boats and/or trailers, provided that the sale of motor vehicles, boats and trailers shall be conducted in accordance with applicable provisions of law, including, but not limited to this title.
7.
Limitation of Goods Offered for Sale. Only personal property shall be offered for purchase at a sale;
8.
Signs. The number of permitted yard sale signs which may be posted only on the lot where the sale is taking place is limited to two. No such sign may exceed six square feet in overall size. Signs cannot be posted on telephone poles, trees, public property or public rights-of-way. Signs may be posted only on the day(s) of the sale and must be removed immediately after the sale;
9.
Display of Permit. An applicant conducting a sale shall display the permit in a conspicuous place on the lot to which it relates at a location which is clearly visible from an adjacent public right-of-way;
10.
Late Permits.
a.
Notice of Violation. Any person who conducts a sale without having obtained a permit therefor, shall be given a notice of violation of this chapter.
b.
Late Permits.
(1)
Five-Day Rule. If a person receiving a notice applies for a late permit within five consecutive working days following the issuance of a notice, a permit shall be issued, retroactively, provided a filing and processing fee therefor is paid contemporaneously with the filing of the application for such permit.
(2)
Ten-Day Rule. Any person who receives a notice who fails to obtain such permit within the period of five consecutive working days above referred to in Subsection (F)(10)(b)(1) of this section, but who within 10 working days following the expiration of the five day grace period referred to in Subsection (F)(10)(b)(1), may file an application for such late permit together with a late filing and processing fee in an amount set by the City Council by resolution.
G.
Dismantling, Repairing of, or Storing Vehicles.
1.
No person shall dismantle, repair, or otherwise perform any work on any vehicle or camper as defined in the Vehicle Code, State of California, and in the Bellflower Municipal Code, boat, machine, motor appliance, airplane or similar device other than to effect minor emergency repairs unless such activity is incidental to a permitted use and is conducted within an enclosed building or within an area wholly enclosed by view-obscuring walls or fences, not less than six feet in height or by the exterior walls of a building or buildings.
2.
"Minor emergency repair" shall mean those repairs to a currently State licensed motor vehicle owned by the occupants of the property, which do not require the complete immobilization of the vehicle in excess of 24 hours duration or do not require the removal of the engine, transmission or rear end. "Minor emergency repairs" does not include body and fender work.
H.
Foster Family Homes for Children. A family home is noninstitutional in character which provides 24 hour care, with or without compensation. The number of children in the home under 16 years of age, including the children of the foster family shall not exceed six. A license for the operation of a foster family home for children shall be obtained from the State of California.
I.
Manufactured Home. A structure built after June 14, 1976 that is transportable, built on a permanent chassis or foundation, and built in accordance with the Federal Manufactured Home Standards, 24 CFR 3280, as amended.
J.
Accessory Structures. An incidental and nonhabitable structure is not attached to the main building or if the roof is a continuation of the main building roof, the accessory structure shall be considered an addition to the main building. Any addition shall meet those development standards required for the main building. Bathroom and kitchen facilities within any accessory structure are prohibited, unless approved by the Planning Director. A covenant for the accessory structure shall also be recorded with the Los Angeles County Recorder's Office, as approved and reviewed by the Director of Community Development or designee.
(Prior code § 19-4.2(a)—(c), (e)—(n); Ord. 1150 § 1 (Exh. 1), 11/26/07; Ord. 1151 § 4, 11/26/07; Ord. 1217 §§ 3, 4, 9/26/11; Ord. 1247 § 3, 8/12/13; Ord. 1253 § 3, 10/14/13; Ord. 1272 § 4, 4/28/14; Ord. 1281 § 5, 9/8/14; Ord. 1321 § 9, 10/24/16; Ord. 1345 §§ 8, 16, 9/25/17; Ord. 1404 §§ 4, 6, 12/14/20; Ord. 1443, 4/28/2025)
§ 17.16.030 Microwave and Satellite Dishes (Noncommercial).
Microwave and satellite dishes for noncommercial uses are subject to the following conditions:
A.
All microwave and satellite dish antennas three feet or over in diameter shall require an application to be reviewed by the Planning Director for compliance with the standards in this section.
B.
All ground mounted antennas less than 15 feet in height may be installed subject to the setback limitations for the zoned district within which the antenna is to be located, without application for a building permit.
C.
All ground mounted microwave or satellite dish antennas in excess of 15 feet in height, and all roof mounted antennas shall require an application to be reviewed by the Planning Director. All microwave and satellite dish antennas encompassed by this section shall also require a building permit to be issued by the Department of Building and Safety.
D.
No part of any antenna shall be located between any street and the front of the main structure on a lot.
E.
The total height of the supporting structure and the microwave or satellite dish antenna shall not exceed the height limit of the underlying zone.
F.
Roof mounted dish antennas shall not project above peak of the roof unless architecturally screened so as not to be visible from the front of the lot on which the antenna is to be installed.
G.
All antennas shall be of color which offers minimum contrast with its surroundings, and no form of advertising or identification shall be permitted on the dish or supporting structure other than a manufacturer's identification tag.
H.
All structures and architectural screening shall be compatible with the building on which the antenna is mounted.
I.
All preexisting nonconforming satellite dish antennas may be continued to be used for a period of one year from the date the ordinance codified in this section becomes effective.
(Prior code § 19-4.2.1; Ord. 1321 § 9, 10/24/16)
§ 17.16.040 Conditional Uses.
The following public and private uses may be permitted if the location and development is approved by the Planning Commission as provided in Chapter 17.92:
A.
Civic and community clubs, not operated for profit, provided there is no license for the sale or consumption of liquor on the premises, and provided premises are not rented to others. If the total gross floor area of the proposed use is less than 5,000 square feet, it may be allowed with an Administrative Use Permit.
B.
Country clubs and golf courses, excepting miniature courses and similar commercial enterprises.
C.
Fire and police stations.
D.
Schools, excluding colleges and universities.
E.
Religious facilities, excluding rescue missions and temporary places of assembly or equivalents, whether held in a permanent building or in a tent or other temporary building. Religious facilities with a total gross floor area of less than 5,000 square feet may be allowed with an Administrative Use Permit.
F.
Museums not operated for profit. If the total gross floor area of the proposed nonprofit museum use is less than 5,000 square feet, it may be allowed with an Administrative Use Permit.
G.
Parks and playgrounds.
H.
Utility substations.
I.
Low-intensity educational institutions are subject to an Administrative Use Permit approval, must obtain appropriate licenses from the State of California, and be in accordance with the following:
1.
One parking space shall be provided: (a) for each employee; and (b) for every two students the low-intensity educational institution is designed to accommodate. All parking areas shall conform to Chapter 17.88.
2.
A site plan must be submitted to include proposed student loading and unloading area subject to review and approval by the Director of Planning.
3.
A pedestrian safety plan must be submitted to include proposed safe paths of travel, such as crosswalks at signaled intersections and across parking lots. Crossing guards may also be recommended subject to review and approval by the Director of Planning.
4.
A security plan must be submitted to include proposed safety measures such as security cameras, gates/fencing, security guards, and check-in/check-out procedures.
5.
No incidental instruction, low-intensity educational institution, or high-intensity educational institution shall be located within 750 linear feet from any other incidental instruction, low-intensity educational institution, or high-intensity educational institution.
6.
Outdoor play hours are limited to the hours between nine a.m. and six p.m. if the play area is within 100 feet of an occupied residence.
7.
Not more than an aggregate of 15% of the total gross floor area of available first floor building space within a commercial/retail center may be occupied by any incidental instruction, lowintensity educational institution, high-intensity educational institution, or combination thereof. An inventory of the existing commercial/retail center uses must be submitted to the Planning Director, or designee, upon submitting an application.
8.
Such other requirements as the Director of Planning may deem necessary to ensure such use shall not unduly interfere with the use and enjoyment of properties or streets in the surrounding areas.
(Prior code § 19-4.3; Ord. 1252 § 2, 10/14/13; Ord. 1319 § 8, 10/10/16; Ord. 1417 § 10, 8/8/22)
§ 17.16.050 Development Standards.
Development in the SF Single Family Zone shall be subject to the requirements in this chapter.
(Added during the 2008 codification)
§ 17.16.060 Building Height.
A.
No building or structure shall exceed two stories or 30 feet in height, whichever is less.
B.
No accessory building shall exceed one story in height or 18 feet, whichever is less. Additional height may be permitted, if deemed necessary, in order to match the roof pitch of the primary structure.
(Prior code § 19-4.4(a); Ord. 1179 § 1 (Exh. A), 5/26/09)
§ 17.16.070 Front Yard.
A.
Every lot must have a front yard of not less than 20 feet from the front property line, and no building or structure or the enlargement thereof is permitted to encroach within the required front yard setback. Notwithstanding the foregoing, properties developed with less than the minimum required front yard setback are deemed to be conforming pursuant to Chapter 17.92.
B.
Driveways, walkways or other areas available for parking shall not exceed 40% of the required front yard area.
(Prior code § 19-4.4(b); Ord. 1316 § 2, 9/26/16)
§ 17.16.080 Side Yards.
Every lot shall have side yards as follows:
A.
Interior lots shall have a side-yard setback on each side of the main building of not less than five feet in width; provided, that for any legally constructed, single-family structure, a narrower side yard, which was existing as of September 14, 2015, can be maintained; and provided, further, that any new construction or expansion or addition to that existing single-family home, after that date, must provide a five foot side-yard setback.
B.
Corner lots and reversed corner lots shall have the following side yards for the main building:
1.
On the side lot line which adjoins another lot, the side yard setback requirement shall be the same as that required for an interior lot.
2.
On the side street side, the width of the required side yard setback shall be 10 feet. For properties developed with attached garages or attached carports which have access from a side street and the garage door or carport opens up toward the street, the setback indicated in Subsection (C)(3) shall govern.
C.
Accessory Buildings, Garages or Carports.
1.
If an accessory building or garage is attached to a main building, then such accessory building or garage shall meet the development standards required for the main building.
2.
A detached accessory building or garage adjoining interior lot lines may be located within the side yard setback when located completely to the rear of the main building on the property and at least 50 feet from the front property line; provided, that such structure is constructed to conform with the fire resistance requirements of the City building code, and provision is made for all drainage to be maintained on the subject property.
a.
Attached carports may be located within the side-yard setback.
3.
A private garage or carport located within a side yard which has access from a side street and the garage door or carport opens up toward that street shall be located so there is a minimum of 10 feet of driveway in distance between the side property line abutting the street and the garage door or closest portion of the carport that opens onto that side street.
(Prior code § 19-4.4(c); Ord. 1150 § 1 (Exh. 1), 11/26/07; Ord. 1179 § 1 (Exh. A), 5/26/09; Ord. 1286 § 3, 1/15/15; Ord. 1298 § 3, 9/28/15)
§ 17.16.090 Rear Yards.
Every lot shall have a rear yard as follows:
A.
Interior lots, corner lots and reverse corner lots shall have a rear yard setback of not less than 15 feet.
B.
Through Lots.
1.
When all lots on a block are through lots and the front yards and rear yards are uniform along that block, then the through lots shall have a rear yard setback of not less than five feet. Through lots shall record a restrictive covenant relinquishing their right to access the rear of their property from the right-of-way adjacent to their rear property line lot to the satisfaction of the Director of Community Development.
2.
When lots on a block are comprised of both regular and through lots or through lots with development oriented toward different streets, then the through lots shall have a rear yard setback of not less than 20 feet. The Planning Director may approve through lots with a rear yard setback that is the average setback on the street but in no case shall the rear yard setback be less than 15 feet. Through lots shall record a restrictive covenant relinquishing their right to access the rear of their property from the right-of-way adjacent to their rear property line lot to the satisfaction of the Director of Community Development.
C.
Where such lots rear upon an alley, the rear yard setback shall not be less than five feet.
D.
Accessory Buildings, Garages or Carports.
1.
If a garage is attached to, and is a part of, or joined to the wall of the main building, such garage shall meet the development standards required for the main building.
2.
If a carport, open patio, or similar, non-habitable open structure is attached to, and is a part of, or joined to the wall of the main building, then such carport, open patio, or similar structure may be located within the rear yard setback.
3.
Detached accessory buildings, garages or carports on interior lots may be located in the rear yard setback.
4.
A rear property line that abuts an alley shall be no less than 20 feet from the opposite side of the alley or 15 feet from the opposite side of a single-loaded alley.
(Prior code § 19-4.4(d); Ord. 1150 § 1 (Exh. 1), 11/26/07; Ord. 1247 § 3, 8/12/13; Ord. 1286 § 3, 1/15/15; Ord. 1321 § 9, 10/24/16)
§ 17.16.100 Area Requirement.
A.
The minimum lot area for a single-family home shall be not less than 7,000 square feet, provided however that when a lot has less area than 7,000 square feet and was recorded as a separate lot on or before September 3, 1957, said lot may be occupied by not more than one dwelling unit.
B.
Residential Living Area Required. The minimum size of a dwelling unit to be used for residential purposes shall be not less than 950 square feet, exclusive of porches and garages.
(Prior code § 194.4(e); Ord. 1150 § 1 (Exh. 1), 11/26/07)
§ 17.16.110 Parking Requirements.
A minimum of two enclosed parking spaces, with a minimum combined inside dimension of 20 feet in width by 20 feet in depth of clear and unobstructed floor space shall be provided. Any legally constructed singlefamily home, that, as of September 14, 2015, had a garage with a minimum interior dimension of 18 feet in width by 18 feet in depth of clear and unobstructed floor space shall be considered conforming for purposes of this section.
(Prior code § 19-4.4(f); Ord. 1298 § 3, 9/28/15)
§ 17.16.120 Driveways.
A.
A minimum 10 foot-wide driveway is required. Properties with one single-family residence shall provide a minimum 10 foot-wide driveway. No new encroachment to the exiting driveways is permitted. In addition, any proposed driveways or extension of existing driveways must meet the minimum driveway width requirement established in this Code. Notwithstanding the foregoing, properties developed with less than the minimum required driveway width are deemed to be conforming pursuant to Chapter 17.92.
B.
The minimum required back-out space shall be in compliance with the "Parking Standards" diagram shown under Section 17.88.020.
C.
If a portion of the required driveway width is also used as a back-out space and the minimum required back-out space is greater than the minimum required driveway width, the minimum required back-out space requirement shall apply for the portion of the driveway used as back-out space.
(Prior code § 194.4(g); Ord. 1179 § 1 (Exh. A), 5/26/09; Ord. 1298 § 3, 9/28/15; Ord. 1316 § 2, 9/26/16)
§ 17.16.130 Lot Coverage.
The maximum lot coverage by all residential and accessory buildings shall not exceed 45%. Said lot coverage shall be computed by utilizing the actual roof area, not including eaves, of all residential and accessory buildings.
(Prior code § 19-4.4(h); Ord. 1281 § 5, 9/8/14)
§ 17.16.140 Swimming Pools.
The substructure of swimming pools shall be located not less than five feet from any side or rear property line and the interior finished surface of a swimming pool shall be located not less than five feet from the exterior finish of a house or structure.
(Prior code § 19-4.4(i))
§ 17.16.150 Fences.
Chain-link fences are prohibited within the front yard and street side yard setbacks. Any permanent fence is subject to approval by the City as permitted in Section 17.72.060.
(Prior code § 19-4.4(j))
§ 17.16.160 Mechanical Equipment.
Views of all ground-mounted mechanical equipment shall be completely screened from public streets behind a permanent and solid structure. In addition, all rooftop mechanical equipment shall be screened from all public views and neighboring properties. Screening methods shall be architecturally compatible with the main building.
(Prior code § 19-4.4(k))
§ 17.16.170 (Reserved)
Prior History: Prior code § 19-4.4(l); Ord. 1195 §§ 1—3, 6/14/10; Ord. 1321 § 9, 10/24/16; Ord. 1345 § 9, 9/25/17; Ord. 1401 § 5, 9/28/20; repealed by Ord. 1443, 4/28/2025
§ 17.16.180 (Reserved)
Prior History: Ord. 1253 § 3, 10/14/13; Ord. 1321 § 9, 10/24/16; repealed by Ord. 1443, 4/28/2025.
A.
Transitional and supportive housing including single resident occupancy shall be subject to the standards and regulations as follow:
1.
Each single resident occupancy facility shall comply with all applicable development standards for the applicable zoning district and minimum standards contained herein.
2.
Units shall have a minimum size of 150 square feet and a maximum of 400 square feet.
3.
Each unit shall accommodate a maximum of two persons.
4.
Exterior lighting shall be provided for the entire outdoor and parking area of the property as described in Section 17.32.150 (Lighting) of this Code.
5.
Laundry facilities must be provided in a separate enclosed room at the ratio of one washer and one dryer for every 20 units or fractional number thereof, with at least one washer and dryer per floor.
6.
A cleaning supply room or utility closet with a wash tub with hot and cold running water shall be provided on each floor of the single resident occupancy unit facility.
7.
Each unit is required to provide a separate bathroom containing a water closet, lavatory, and bathtub or shower.
8.
Each unit shall be provided with a kitchen sink, functioning cooking appliance and a refrigerator, each having a clear working space of not less than 30 inches in front.
9.
Each single resident occupancy unit shall have a separate interior closet.
10.
Each single resident occupancy unit shall comply with all requirements of the California Building Code. All units shall comply with all applicable accessibility and adaptability requirements. All common areas shall be fully accessible.
11.
A single resident occupancy project shall not be located within 500 feet of any other single resident occupancy facility, emergency shelter, or other similar facility, unless such program is located within the same building or on the same lot.
12.
A single resident occupancy facility with 10 or more units shall provide on-site management. A facility with less than 10 units may provide a management office off-site.
13.
Tenancy of single resident occupancy units shall not be less than 30 days and a maximum period of 12 months.
14.
Parking shall be provided as follows:
a.
One uncovered parking space for every three single resident occupancy units.
b.
Two uncovered parking spaces for an on-site manager unit.
c.
Each single resident occupancy unit shall be provided at least one lockable bicycle parking space in a location that is adjacent to that single resident occupancy unit.
B.
Approval. The application for a transitional and supportive housing, including single resident occupancy facilities shall be reviewed by the Planning Director for compliance with the provisions of this section. If the Planning Director determines that the application and evidence submitted show that the transitional and supportive housing, including single resident occupancy facilities will comply with the requirements of this section, the application shall be approved; otherwise the application shall be denied.
§ 17.16.190 Cottage Food Operations.
Cottage food operations shall comply with the following regulations:
A.
No cottage food operation shall be allowed to operate without first securing all required permits and approvals from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and the City.
B.
Only the kitchen and one additional room inside the private home that have been registered or permitted with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health shall be used for the operation, including storage.
C.
In no way shall the appearance of any structure or the operations of the cottage food operation within the structure be such that any portion of the premises may be reasonably recognized as serving a nonresidential use.
D.
Employees. Not more than one full-time employee, paid or voluntary, not including an immediate family member or household member of the cottage food operator, shall be employed by the cottage food operation.
E.
Parking. A minimum of one temporary parking space shall be provided on-site to accommodate an employee of the cottage food operation, in addition to the required parking for the residence. The temporary parking space shall be paved, shall not encroach into the public right-of-way, and shall not be located in the front yard with the exception that temporary parking may be provided on a driveway.
F.
Product Pick-Up. Cottage food products shall be provided only for pick-up and shall serve only one customer at a time. There shall be no on-site consumption of cottage food products by customers, except samples, and there shall be no customer dining area permitted.
G.
Hours of Operation. Hours of operation shall be limited to Monday through Sunday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
H.
Deliveries and Loading. Deliveries and loading shall be limited to Monday through Sunday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and shall not impede vehicular or pedestrian traffic, block a driveway or sidewalk, or sit idling at any time.
(Ord. 1272 § 4, 4/28/14)
§ 17.16.200 Landscaping.
A.
All required front-yard and street-facing side-yard setbacks, excluding driveways and walkways, shall be landscaped and maintained.
B.
Any front-yard and street-facing side-yard setback areas consisting of water-efficient landscaping shall comply with the following:
1.
Water-efficient landscape designs shall consist of low-water-use plants;
2.
Decorative hardscape such as pavers, rocks, stone, brick, etc., may be used in the landscape design as an accent only. In no case shall the landscape design use a majority of decorative hardscape;
3.
Water-efficient landscaping shall be provided with a permanent irrigation system adequate to meet the water needs of all landscape material. Irrigation systems shall be designed to minimize maintenance and water consumption; and
4.
Site plan approval for water-efficient landscaping is required to ensure compliance with this subsection. An application, accompanied by plans, supporting information, and an application fee as established by City Council resolution must first be submitted to the Planning Department. The required content of the application, supporting information, and the plans shall be as determined by the Director of Planning.
C.
Pilot Program. Notwithstanding the landscaping requirements for natural plant materials, the City Council hereby declares, for informational gathering only, one or more pilot programs to allow landscaping to consist of artificial turf may be approved by the Director of Planning; provided, that the Director shall first establish criteria and installation and maintenance standards for the artificial turf pilot program. If at any time in the future the City Council determines artificial turf will not be allowed in the City, including as a pilot program, then, within 10 years after notice from the City, any artificial turf approved as a pilot program shall be removed and replaced with natural plant materials by the owner of the property upon which the artificial turf was installed. Artificial turf may also be installed in the immediately adjacent parkway.
(Ord. 1281 § 5, 9/8/14)