A. Low Density Residential Zone (LDR). The Low Density Residential Zone accommodates detached and attached residential units, including small-lot subdivisions, duplexes and triplexes, townhouses with private open space, and lower-density multi-unit structures that comprise a cohesive development incorporating common open space areas, and that are developed at a maximum density of 15 units per acre. Additional uses necessary and incidental to single-family development shall also be permitted.

B. Medium Density Residential Zone (MDR). The Medium Density Residential Zone allows for a variety of housing types at varying heights and densities, but not to exceed a maximum density of 25 units per acre. The Medium Density Residential Zone accommodates single structures or a collection of cohesive structures that house multiple units, with common open space areas and amenities. Residential development types may include row houses, townhouses, stacked flats, apartments, and similar housing types. Also permitted are uses accessory to the principal permitted residential uses.

C. High Density Residential Zone (HDR). The High Density Residential designation provides for higher-density, multi-story residential development, with a focus on providing an urban intensity and function at locations within easy walking distance to transit, recreation and community facilities, employment centers, and commercial services. Multi-story structures have creative common areas and centrally located parking. The housing types can occur as row houses, townhomes, or stacked flats. The maximum permitted density is 40 units per acre. (Ord. 690 § 4 (Exh. A), 2018).

A. Permitted Uses. Table 20.16-1 identifies the permitted uses in all residential zones. Residential uses represent the primary permitted use, and only those additional uses that are complementary to and can exist in harmony with the residential character of each zone may be allowed as accessory or conditionally permitted uses, as indicated in Table 20.16-1.

B. Conditional Uses. Certain uses may be subject to special conditions regarding the location, operation, or design of the use. References to these provisions are made in Table 20.16-1.

C. Prohibited Uses. If a use is not specifically listed in Table 20.16-1, that use is prohibited. However, the director of community development shall have the authority to determine whether the proposed use shall be permitted based on the finding that the use is similar to and no more detrimental than a particular use permitted in the zone, pursuant to CMC 20.08.050(C).

A. Lot Width. Except as otherwise provided in Chapter 20.56 CMC, each lot or parcel of land shall have the following minimum lot widths:

B. Lot Size in the LDR and MDR Zones. The planning commission may approve reductions to minimum lot size in the LDR and MDR Zones to accommodate small-lot or cluster subdivisions with a planned development permit as part of the tentative subdivision map process. In no case shall such small-lot subdivisions exceed the allowable density in the respective zone.

C. Lot Size and Density in MDR and HDR Zones. All development standards apply. Any site that is included in the Site Inventory found in Chapter 4 of the Housing Element is exempt from this provision and can be built to the maximum allowed density.

D. Private and Public Streets. Private streets shall be permitted, provided street width and design conform to requirements applied by various city departments. At a minimum, private streets with parking on one side shall measure no less than 28 feet in width curb-to-curb, with required parkways provided as additional width. Private streets with parking on both sides shall measure no less than 34 feet in width. Public streets shall conform with the city’s street standard manual.

F. Minimum Density in HDR Zone. The minimum density requirements in Table 20.16-2 shall apply to new projects. Additions to existing structures in the HDR Zone, including the addition of accessory dwelling units, are permitted.

G. Special Development Standards in the MDR and HDR Zones. The following special development standards shall apply to residential development in the MDR and HDR Zones. See also CMC 20.16.130 for design standards in all residential zones.

H. Transitional and Supportive Housing. Transitional housing and supportive housing shall be considered a residential use of property and shall be subject only to those restrictions that apply to other residential dwellings of the same type in the same zone.

I. Architectural Design, Form, and Materials. These standards apply to new residential units proposed to be built on lots with other existing residential units. The new unit shall be designed to integrate harmoniously with the development on which it is located.

A. Private Open Space. The following regulations apply to private open space areas in the amounts shown in Table 20.16-2:

B. Common Open Space. The following regulations apply to common open space areas in the amounts shown in Table 20.16-2:

A. Display. No display or storage of goods, wares, merchandise, or stock shall occur.

B. Employment. No one other than the residents of the dwelling unit shall be employed in the conduct of the home occupation.

C. Equipment. No equipment shall be used in conjunction with such occupation which emits dust, fumes, noise, odor, etc., which would or could interfere with the peaceful use and enjoyment of adjacent properties.

D. Floor Area. No more than 200 square feet of the floor space of the dwelling shall be devoted to such use.

E. Traffic. No appreciable increase of traffic, pedestrian and vehicular, shall occur resulting from the home occupation.

F. Alterations. No alteration of the structure nor the use of any signs shall occur if not otherwise permitted in the zone in which the occupation is located.

G. Inspections. The person conducting the home occupation shall authorize city staff to inspect the home occupation once a month to assure compliance with the above items.

H. Mobile Carwashing. Mobile carwashing services are a permitted home occupation as long as the cars are washed at the residence of the car owner.

I. Cottage Food Operations. A cottage food operation is a permitted home occupation. All cottage food operations shall comply with regulatory standards established by state law (Government Code Section 51035 et seq. and Health and Safety Code Section 114365 et seq.) and the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. (Ord. 690 § 4 (Exh. A), 2018).

A. Single-Family Dwelling. A manufactured housing unit shall be considered a single-family dwelling and therefore subject to the development standards set forth in CMC 20.16.030, except as provided for within the development standards set forth in this section.

B. Certification and Evidence. If a mobile home was constructed after October 1, 1976, it shall be certified pursuant to the National Mobile Home Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974, evidence of which shall be provided to the director of community development in a manner approved by him/her.

C. Foundation. A manufactured home shall be installed and maintained upon a permanent, continuous, exterior masonry or concrete foundation. (Ord. 690 § 4 (Exh. A), 2018).

A. Storage of Construction Materials. The storage of materials used in the construction of a building or building project during construction and for 30 days prior to and thereafter, including the contractor’s temporary office, provided any lot or parcel of land so used shall be a part of the building project or on property adjoining the construction site.

B. Accessory Structures. Accessory buildings and structures, including private garages or carports, are permitted subject to the standards in CMC 20.16.030, with the following exceptions:

C. Pets. Household pets are permitted pursuant to Chapter 20.52 CMC, Part 17.

D. Garage Sales. Garage sales, patio sales, yard sales, and other sales (hereinafter “garage sales”) are permitted pursuant to a permit issued by the director of finance. A $10.00 permit fee shall be required for all garage sales. Only one garage sale shall be permitted on any one lot in any six-month period, and each garage sale shall be limited to not more than two consecutive days. Merchandise or articles offered for sale at such garage sale shall be limited to secondhand goods and shall not be displayed within 10 feet of the edge of a public sidewalk. No more than one sign may be displayed during a garage sale, and such sign shall not exceed four square feet in area and shall be displayed only on private property. Any person violating any of the provisions set forth in this subsection shall be deemed guilty of an infraction and may be punished pursuant to CMC 1.36.010(2).

E. Other Uses. Uses approved by the director of community development pursuant to CMC 20.84.260. (Ord. 690 § 4 (Exh. A), 2018).

A. Boats, Trailers, and Recreational Vehicles. Boats or trailers may not be stored in any required front or street side yard in residential zones, nor be parked in such yard continuously in excess of 24 hours. Such vehicles may be stored or parked on a pervious surface within a side yard area; provided, that a lawfully installed, permanently maintained, six-foot-high wall or fence provides a screen from abutting property and the public right-of-way. The storing of boats, trailers, and recreational vehicles in excess of 28 feet in length is prohibited on any portion of a residential lot.

B. Keeping of Commercial Vehicles. Keeping and storing of heavy commercial vehicles that have more than two axles or weigh in excess of 6,000 pounds unloaded, as described in the State Vehicle Code, is prohibited in any residential zone.

C. Inoperable Vehicles. No person shall store or park an abandoned or inoperable automobile, recreational vehicle, camper shell, or boat on the driveway of a private property for more than seven days.

D. Vehicle Repair. The following restrictions shall apply to vehicle repair activities:

A. Applicability. The provisions of this section shall apply to fences, walls, and hedges within all residential zones, except as otherwise indicated. The provisions of this section shall not apply to a fence, wall, or hedge for the public safety, a fence, wall or hedge required as an environmental mitigation measure or required by any law or regulation of the state or federal government or agency thereof.

B. Height Limitations.

C. Materials.

D. Barriers to Separate an Area from a Street or Highway. A barrier not to exceed 96 inches in height, serving to separate an area including several lots or parcels of land from the adjoining street or highway, may be established within five feet of a street or highway, provided such wall is approved by the director and is erected in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 20.84 CMC, Part 2 (Development Review Permits).

E. Modifications of Fence, Wall and Hedge Requirements. The director may, without notice or hearing, grant a modification of the fence, wall, or hedge regulations for sites occupied by an agency of the federal, state, county, or city government or where topographic features, subdivision plans, or other conditions create an unnecessary hardship or unreasonable situation making it impractical to require compliance with the fence, wall, and hedge provisions. All modifications on a lot or parcel of land shall be subject to the provisions of Chapter 20.84 CMC, Part 2 (Development Review Permits).

F. Legal Nonconforming Fences. Any fence which becomes a legal nonconforming structure as a result of the adoption of the ordinance which adopted this section, or any subsequent amendment thereto, may be maintained subject to the provisions of Chapter 20.80 CMC and this chapter.

G. Intersection Visibility. See CMC 20.56.090 for visibility standards. (Ord. 690 § 4 (Exh. A), 2018).

A. Design Review. To ensure architectural compatibility of new buildings and structures, design review shall be performed by the director of community development, or his or her designee, or by the planning commission as part of the development review permit procedures pursuant to Chapter 20.84 CMC, Part 2. Design review shall verify the compatibility of the new building with surrounding buildings on the same lot or adjacent lots. Design review shall focus on the color, material, and design of proposed buildings or structures. Both existing and new buildings must undergo design review. The director of community development, or his or her designee, or planning commission shall have the authority to request an existing building or structure to be improved or rehabilitated if one or more dwelling units are proposed on a lot.

B. Massing and Architectural Variation. Buildings shall employ techniques to reduce mass and ensure compatibility with surrounding buildings. New buildings shall provide articulation such as dormers, overhangs, balconies, wall projections and porches, along with varied roof forms. Staggered or stepped-back setbacks shall be used, where feasible, to avoid long monotonous walls.

C. Trees Required. For each dwelling unit proposed on a lot, two 15-gallon-size trees shall be provided. In addition, every three dwelling units shall require one 25-inch box tree. Species shall be approved by the director of community development or designee. Along street frontage, shade trees shall be at locations as determined by the director of community development or designee, or by the planning commission as part of the development review permit procedures pursuant to Chapter 20.84 CMC, Part 2.

D. Driveways. Decorative concrete paving material shall be provided along the driveway aisle for any driveway longer than 20 feet.

E. Utilities. All utility equipment shall be placed underground to include and not be limited to telephone, cable, and electrical lines.

F. Fire Access. Fire access shall be provided pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fire Code. (Ord. 690 § 4 (Exh. A), 2018).