This chapter implements applicable state regulations in a manner that allows for the establishment of residential care facilities while preserving the character of the zone in which the uses are located. To protect the public health, safety and welfare, to preserve and protect the integrity of residential neighborhoods, and to ensure this code does not act as a disincentive to or unreasonably restrict the development of residential care facilities shall be assessed, allowed and developed in accordance with the standards set forth in this chapter.

(Ord. No. 713, § 1(Att. B), 6-10-2025)

A.

Small licensed residential care facilities and unlicensed residential care facilities shall be considered a residential use of property. Small residential care facilities, licensed, and unlicensed residential care facilities are permitted uses in all zones permitting residential uses in the City of Corning, subject to compliance with the restrictions and development standards for other residential dwellings of the same type (e.g., single-family or multi-family) in the same zone.

B.

A large licensed residential care facility that also qualifies as supportive housing or transitional housing shall be subject only to those restrictions and development standards that apply to other residential dwellings of the same type (e.g., single-family or multi-family) in the same zone. Notwithstanding the previous sentence, if the facility qualifies as "supportive housing" as defined in Government Code Section 65650 (which has a different definition of "target population" than the definition in chapter 17.06 (Definitions), then the facility shall be a use by-right in all zones where multi-family and mixed uses are permitted and shall be processed as required by Government Code Sections 65650, et seq.

C.

Large licensed residential care facilities shall be considered a residential use of property and shall be permitted with a conditional use permit in all zones permitting residential uses in the City of Corning, subject to the requirements of chapter 17.54 (Conditional Use Permits).

(Ord. No. 713, § 1(Att. B), 6-10-2025)

The following development standards shall apply to a large licensed residential care facility:

A.

Development Standards. Unless otherwise indicated below, the large licensed residential care facility must conform to the development standards for the zoning classification in which it is located.

B.

Accessory Dwelling Units. The large licensed residential care facility shall not be located in an Accessory Dwelling Unit unless the primary dwelling unit is used for the same purpose.

C.

Kitchens. The large licensed residential care facility must provide either of the following:

1.

Congregate dining facilities; or

2.

Kitchens in individual units.

D.

Landscaping. The large licensed residential care facility shall provide minimum landscaped areas in accordance with the landscaping standards for the zoning classification in which it is located.

E.

Signs. The large licensed residential care facility shall comply with the provisions of chapter 17.67 (Outdoor Advertising Sign Regulations).

F.

Lighting. The large licensed residential care facility shall comply with the provisions of the lighting standards for the zoning classification in which it is located. Security night lighting must be shielded so that the light source cannot be seen from adjacent residential properties.

G.

Parking. The large licensed residential care facility shall comply with the parking requirements as provided in chapter 17.51(Off-Street Parking Requirements).

H.

Common Areas and Open Space. The large licensed residential care facilities shall include at least three-hundred fifty square feet of indoor or outdoor common areas or open space, plus five square feet per resident. The common area(s) or open space shall be furnished. Appropriate furnishings for indoor spaces include, but are not limited to, such items as lounge chairs, couches, tables with chairs, writing desks, and televisions. Outdoor furnishings include but are not limited to such items as outdoor benches, tables with chairs, barbeques, and shade coverings like arbors, patio covers, garden shelters or trellises. A central dining room shall be provided. The size of the room shall be sufficient to accommodate all of the residents. The minimum room size shall be the product of the proposed maximum number of residents in the facility multiplied by five square feet per resident; however, in no instance shall the central dining room be less than three-hundred fifty square feet.

I.

Management. The large licensed residential care facilities shall have either:

1.

A manager who resides on-site; or

2.

A number of persons acting as a manager who are either present at the facility on a twenty-four hours basis or who will be available twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week to physically respond within forty-five minutes notice and who are responsible for the day-to-day operation of the facility. The provisions of this section shall be superseded by any management requirements imposed on the large licensed residential care facilities pursuant to state law.

J.

Security. A designated area for on-site personnel shall be located at the main entrance to the facility for the purpose of controlling admittance to the facility and providing security. Emergency contact information shall be posted on the exterior of the facility adjacent to the main entrance, as well as on the interior in a location accessible to all residents.

K.

Personal Storage. Each resident of the large licensed residential care facility shall be provided with at least one private storage area or private closet, with a lock or other security mechanism, in which to store their personal belongings.

(Ord. No. 713, § 1(Att. B), 6-10-2025)

The application for a large licensed residential care facility shall be submitted and processed in accordance with the requirements for residential developments in the zone in which the large licensed residential care facility is proposed, and with the requirements outlined in chapter 17.54 (Conditional Use Permits). In addition, the application for a large licensed residential care facility shall include the following:

A.

Applicant Information. The name and address of the applicant, including the name and address of the lessee, if the property is to be leased by someone other than the applicant; and the name and address of the owner of the property for which the conditional use permit is requested. If the applicant and/or lessee or owner is a partnership, corporation, firm, or association, then the applicant/lessee shall provide the additional names and addresses as follows and such persons shall also sign the application:

1.

Every general partners of the partnership;

2.

Every owner with a controlling interest in the corporation.

B.

The person designated by the officers of the corporation as set forth in a resolution of the corporation that is to be designated as the permit holder for the use permit.

C.

Owner Authorization. If the operator of the large licensed residential care facility is not the legal owner of the property, the operator shall provide written documentation evidencing the owner's authorization and approval to operate the large licensed residential care facility at the property.

D.

Parcel Information. The zoning and general plan designations and assessor's parcel number(s) of the site on which the large licensed residential care facility is proposed.

E.

Project Description. A narrative project description of the large licensed residential care facility that summarizes the proposed use and its purpose.

(Ord. No. 713, § 1(Att. B), 6-10-2025)