Danville City Zoning Code
Complete index of all zoning chapters, sections, and subsections
ARTICLE I
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Sections
- 32-1 GENERAL PROVISIONS.
- 32-1.1 Purpose.
- 32-1.2 Relationship to General Plan.
- 32-1.3 Applicability of Zoning and Development Regulations.
- 32-1.4 Exercise of Discretion.
- 32-1.5 Enforcement.
- 32-1.6 Nonconforming Uses.
- 32-1.7 Utilities and Pipelines.
- 32-1.8 Drainage Requirements and New Construction Adjacent to Major and Non-Major Channels.
- 32-1.9 Zoning Districts for Open Space.
- 32-1.10 Water and Sewer Requirements.
- 32-1.11 Required Area Reduced by Public Use.
- 32-1.12 Side Yards on Lots Established Before Effective Date.
- 32-1.13 Accessory Structures in Rear Yards.
- 32-1.14 Off-Street Parking.
- 32-1.15 Site Obstructions at Intersections.
ARTICLE II
DEFINITIONS
Sections
- 32-2 DEFINITIONS GENERALLY.
ARTICLE III
PLANNING APPLICATIONS
Sections
- 32-3 PLANNING APPLICATIONS.
- 32-3.1 Purpose.
- 32-3.2 Planning Applications Required.
- 32-3.3 Development Plan.
- 32-3.4 General Plan Amendment.
- 32-3.5 Land Use Permit.
- 32-3.6 Major Subdivision.
- 32-3.7 Minor Subdivision.
- 32-3.8 Planned Unit Development.
- 32-3.9 Rezoning.
- 32-3.10 Sign Review.
- 32-3.11 Tree Removal.
- 32-3.12 Variance.
- 32-3.13 Zoning Text Amendment.
ARTICLE IV
DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY AND REVIEW PROCESS
Sections
- 32-4 DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY AND REVIEW PROCESS.
- 32-4.1 Purpose.
- 32-4.2 Responsible Authority - General.
- 32-4.3 Decision Making Authority for Planning Applications.
- 32-4.4 Additional Application Review Criteria.
- 32-4.5 Application Preparation and Filing.
- 32-4.6 Application Review Process.
- 32-4.7 Appeal; General.
- 32-4.8 Judicial Review.
- 32-4.9 Notification.
- 32-4.10 Staff Report.
- 32-4.11 Findings.
- 32-4.12 Conditions of Approval.
- 32-4.13 Time Limits for Exercising Approved Applications.
- 32-4.14 Time Extensions.
- 32-4.15 Land Use Permits; When Void; Time Extensions.
- 32-4.16 Previously Expired Planning Applications.
- 32-4.17 Revocation of Planning Application Approvals.
- 32.4.18 Causes for Revocation.
- 32-4.19 Revocation Hearing; Notice.
- 32-4.20 Revocation Hearing Procedure.
- 32-4.21 Revocation Hearing Decision.
- 32-4.22 Appeal from Revocation.
ARTICLE VI
DISTRICT REGULATIONS
Sections
- 32-22 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS.
- 32-22.1 Purpose.
- 32-22.2 Definitions.
- 32-22.3 Allowed Uses.
- 32-22.4 Conditional Uses; Uses Requiring a Land Use Permit and/or Development Plan Permit.
- 32-22.4.a Allowable Use for Corner Lots Only.
- 32-22.4.5 Prohibited Uses.
- 32-22.5 Standards for Specific Land Uses.
- 32-22.6 Minimum Lot Area, Width and Depth. No single family dwelling or other structure permitted under this section may be erected or placed on a lot with less than the following minimum requirements:
- 32-22.7 Minimum Setback Requirements for a Primary Structure.
- 32-22.8 Maximum Building Height for a Primary Structure.
- 32-22.9 Minimum Setbacks for Accessory Structures. The following setback requirements apply to accessory structures allowed within the applicable zoning districts.
- 32-22.10 Maximum Height for Accessory Structures.
- 32-22.11 Fencing and Retaining Walls.
- 32-22.12 Additional Development Standards.
- 32-22.13 Off-Street Parking.
- 32-22.14 Granting of Land Use or Variance Permits.
- 32-23 D-1 TWO FAMILY DISTRICT.
- 32-23.1 Definitions.
- 32-23.2 Allowed Uses.
- 32-23.3 Conditional Uses; Uses Requiring a Land Use Permit and/or Development Plan.
- 32-23.4 Minimum Lot Area, Width and Depth.
- 32-23.4.5 Prohibited Uses.
- 32-23.5 Minimum Setback Requirements for a Primary Structure.
- 32-23.6 Maximum Building Height for a Primary Structure.
- 32-23.7 Minimum Setbacks for Accessory Structures.
- 32-23.8 Maximum Height for Accessory Structures.
- 32-23.9 Fencing and Retaining Walls.
- 32-23.10 Additional Development Standards.
- 32-23.11 Off-Street Parking.
- 32-23.12 Granting of Land Use or Variance Permits.
- 32-24 M-30 MULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.
- 32-25 M-25 MULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.
- 32-26 M-20 MULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.
- 32-27 M-13 MULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.
- 32-28 M-8 MULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.
- 32-29 M-35 MULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT.
- 32-29.1 Purpose.
- 32-29.2 Definitions.
- 32-29.3 Allowed Uses.
- 32-29.4 Conditional Uses; Uses Requiring a Land Use Permit.
- 32-29.4.a Church Sites.
- 32-29.5 Prohibited Uses.
- 32-29.6 Development Density.
- 32-29.7 Minimum Lot Area, Width and Depth.
- 32-29.7.a Average Maximum Unit Size.
- 32-29.8 Landscaping Buffer.
- 32-29.9 Minimum Setback, and Maximum Height, Floor Area Ratio (FAR) Requirements for a Multifamily Building.
- 32-29.10 Accessory Structures.
- 32-29.10.a Height and Stories for Specific Parcels.
- 32-29.11 Off-Street Parking.
- 32-29.12 Open Area.
- 32-29.13 Submittal Requirements.
- 32-29.14 Special Submittal Requirements.
- 32-29.15 Special Supplemental Design Standards.
- 32-29.16 Required Special Studies.
- 32-36 A-1 LIGHT AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT.
- 32-37 A-2 GENERAL AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT.
- 32-38 A-4 AGRICULTURAL PRESERVE DISTRICT.
- 32-45 DOWNTOWN BUSINESS DISTRICT.*
- Division 2 SPECIFIC USES AND DEFINITIONS
- 32-45.10 Land Use Areas.
- 32-45.11 Area 1 and Area 2A: Old Town Retail.
- 32-45.12 Area 2: Old Town Retail Transition.
- 32-45.13 Area 3: Old Town Mixed Use.
- 32-45.14 Area 4: Resident Serving Commercial.
- 32-45.15 Area 5: Commercial/Residential Mixed Use.
- 32-45.16 Area 6: Business and Professional Offices.
- 32-45.17 Area 7: Retail.
- 32-45.18 Area 8: Retail/Office.
- 32-45.19 Area 9: Multi-Family Residential High/Medium Density.
- 32-45.20 Area 10: Mixed Use.
- 32-45.21 Area 11: Special Opportunity District
- 32-45.21.1 Area 12: Multifamily Residential High Density.
- 32-45.21.2 Area 13: Multifamily Residential-High Special.
- Division 3 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
- Division 4 PARKING STANDARDS
- Division 5 DEVELOPMENT PLAN REVIEW PROCEDURES
- Division 2 SPECIFIC USES AND DEFINITIONS
- 32-51 O-1 LIMITED OFFICE DISTRICT.
- 32-56 G-1 INTERCHANGE TRANSITIONAL DISTRICT.
- 32-60 R-B RETAIL BUSINESS DISTRICT.
- 32-61 C GENERAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT.
- 32-62 L-I LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT.
- 32-63 P-1 PLANNED UNIT DISTRICT.
ARTICLE VII
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR DEVELOPMENT
Sections
- 32-69 SCENIC HILLSIDE AND MAJOR RIDGELINE DEVELOPMENT.*
- 32-69.1 Findings and Declaration of Intent.*
- 32-69.2 Definitions.
- 32-69.3 Applicability and Relation to Other Land Use Regulations.
- 32-69.4 Uses and Development of Lands Identified as Scenic Hillside or Major Ridgeline Areas.
- 32-69.5 Application for Scenic Hillside or Major Ridgeline Development Permit.
- 32-69.6 Minimum Lot Area for Lands Identified as Scenic Hillside or Major Ridgeline Areas.
- 32-69.7 Hillside Development Standards.
- 32-69.8 Additional Development Requirements.
- 32-69.9 Dedication.
- 32-69.10 Exception to Permit Development Within One Hundred (100) Feet of Major Ridgeline.
- 32-69.11 Map.
- 32-69.12 Exceptions to Section 32-69.
- 32-69.13 Exception.
- 32-69.14 Appeal.
- 32-70 WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES.
- 32-71 REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION.
- 32-72 HISTORIC PRESERVATION.
- 32-72.1 Purpose and Findings.
- 32-72.2 Definitions.
- 32-72.3 Survey of Historically Significant Resources.
- 32-72.4 Criteria for Designation of a Heritage Resource.
- 32-72.5 Criteria for Designation of a Historic District.
- 32-72.6 Process for Designation of Heritage Resources and Historic Districts.
- 32-72.7 Preservation Incentives.
- 32-72.8 Alterations to Heritage Resources.
- 32-72.9 Maintenance of Heritage Resources.
- 32-72.10 Repeal or Amendment of Designation.
- 32-72.11 Property Owned by Public Agencies.
- 32-72.12 Unsafe or Dangerous Conditions.
- 32-72.13 Violation.
- 32-73 INCLUSIONARY HOUSING.
- 32-73.1 Title.
- 32-73.2 Findings.
- 32-73.3 Purpose.
- 32-73.4 Definitions.
- 32-73.5 Applicability.
- 32-73.6 Scope and Affordability Levels.
- 32-73.7 Incentives.
- 32-73.8 In Lieu Participation Fees.
- 32-73.9 Application Process.
- 32-73.10 General Requirements.
- 32-73.11 Fee Waivers and Priority Processing.
- 32-73.12 Violation - Penalty.
- 32-73.13 Enforcement.
- 32-73.14 Appeals.
- 32-73.15 For-rent, Below-market-rate Accessory Dwelling Units.
- 32-74 DENSITY BONUS.
- 32-76 ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS.
- 32-76.1 Purpose.
- 32-76.2 Definitions.
- 32-76.3 Review Process.
- 32-76.4 General Plan and Zoning Compliance.
- 32-76.5 General Development and Design Standards.
- 32-76.6 Development Standards for Attached Accessory Dwelling Units in Single Family Residential Districts.
- 32-76.7 Development Standards for Detached Accessory Dwelling Units in Single Family Residential Districts.
- 32-76.8 Development Standards for Attached Accessory Dwelling Units in Multifamily Districts.
- 32-76.9 Development Standards for Detached Accessory Dwelling Units in Multifamily Districts.
- 32-76.10 Junior Accessory Dwelling Units.
- 32-76.11 Conversions.
- 32-76.12 Owner Occupancy.
- 32-76.13 Statewide Exemption Accessory Dwelling Units.
- 32-76.14 Parking Requirements for Accessory Dwelling Units.
- 32-76.15 Parking Requirements for Junior Accessory Dwelling Units.
- 32-76.16 Short Term Rentals.
- 32-76.17 Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions.
- 32-76.18 Substandard Accessory Dwelling Units.
- 32-76.19 Ownership.
- 32-79 TREE PRESERVATION.
- 32-79.1 Purpose and Intent.
- 32-79.2 Definitions.
- 32-79.3 Tree Maintenance by Private Parties.
- 32-79.4 Protected Trees.
- 32-79.5 Permit Required; Exceptions.
- 32-79.6 Permit Application.
- 32-79.7 Decision Regarding Permit.
- 32-79.8 Tree Replacement and Mitigation.
- 32-79.9 Appeal.
- 32-79.10 Memorial Trees.
- 32-79.11 Tree Protection During Development.
- 32-79.12 Security to Guarantee Tree Health.
- 32-79.13 Penalties.
- 32-80 WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION STANDARDS.
- 32-83 PARK DEDICATION.
- Division 1. GENERAL
- Division 2. REQUIREMENTS AND STANDARDS
- Division 3 CREDIT; EXEMPTIONS
- Division 4 DISPOSITION OF FEES AND LAND
- Division 5 PROCEDURES
ARTICLE VIII
SPECIAL LAND USES
Sections
- 32-92 CEMETERIES.*
- 32-93 DRY CLEANING PLANTS.
- 32-94 REGULATION OF MARIJUANA ACTIVITIES
- 32-94.1 Definitions.
- 32-94.2. Marijuana Dispensary as a Prohibited Use.
- 32-94.3. Outdoor Cultivation of Marijuana as a Prohibited Use.
- 32-94.4. Indoor cultivation of Marijuana for Personal Use-Standards.
- 32-94.5. Delivery of Marijuana.
- 32-94.6. Processing of Marijuana as a Prohibited Use.
- 32.94.7. Public Nuisances.
- 32-94.8. Civil Remedies.
- 32-95 REGULATION OF TOBACCO RETAILERS, HOOKAH AND VAPOR LOUNGES.
ARTICLE IX
SIGNS AND OUTDOOR ADVERTISING*
Sections
- 32-98 SIGN CONTROL.
- Division 1 GENERAL
- Division 2 ADMINISTRATION AND PROCEDURES
- 32-98.4 Administration.
- 32-98.5 Owner's Consent.
- 32-98.6 Permits Required.
- 32-98.7 Exceptions.
- 32-98.8 Exemptions.
- 32-98.9 Prohibited Signs.
- 32-98.10 Applications.
- 32-98.11 Fee.
- 32-98.12 Criteria for Review.
- 32-98.13 Master Sign Program Permit.
- 32-98.14 Sign Standards.
- 32-98.15 Temporary/Promotional Signs.
- 32-98.16 Real Estate Signs.
- 32-98.17 Construction Signs.
- 32-98.18 Subdivision Reader Boards.
- 32-98.19 Sign Illumination.
- 32-98.20 Approval.
- 32-98.21 Denial.
- 32-98.22 Appeal.
- 32-98.23 Limitations.
- 32-98.24 Revocation.
- 32-98.25 Records.
- Division 3 ENFORCEMENT REGULATIONS
ARTICLE X
TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FEE DIVISION THREE REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION FEES
Sections
- Division 1 NONRESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION*
- 32-102 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FEE FOR NON-RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION.
- 32-103 RESIDENTIAL TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FEE.
- 32-104 TRI-VALLEY TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT FEES.
ARTICLE XII
* ADULT ENTERTAINMENT BUSINESSES
Sections
- 32-106 GENERAL REGULATION OF ADULT BUSINESSES.
ARTICLE XIII
AGRICULTURAL LAND CONSERVATION
Sections
- 32-109 AGRICULTURAL PRESERVES.
- 32-112 LAND CONSERVATION CONTRACTS.
ARTICLE XV
FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION
Sections
- 32.117.5 - 32.117.10 Reserved.
- Division 2 APPLICATIONS
- Division 3 ADMINISTRATION
- Division 4 PROVISIONS FOR FLOOD HAZARD REDUCTION
- 32-117.31 Applications.
- 32-117.32 Anchoring.
- 32-117.33 Construction Materials and Methods.
- 32-117.34 Elevation and Floodproofing.
- 32-117.35 Standards for Storage of Materials and Equipment.
- 32-117.36 Standards for Utilities.
- 32-117.37 Standards for Subdivisions.
- 32-117.38 Standards for Manufactured Homes.
- 32-117.39 Floodways.
- Division 5 FLOOD HAZARD VARIANCE PROCEDURES
ARTICLE XVI
REGULATIONS INVOLVING SPECIFIC USES
Sections
- 32-122 GASOLINE SERVICE STATIONS.
- 32-126 CHILD CARE FACILITIES.
- 32-130 SATELLITE ANTENNAS AND MICROWAVE EQUIPMENT.
ARTICLE XVII
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
Sections
- 32-140 NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM FEE.
- 32-141 - 32-145 RESERVED*
ARTICLE XIX
HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
Sections
- 32-150 COMPLIANCE WITH HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN.
- Exhibit A (Section 32-98)