Etna City Zoning Code

Exterior boundary lines, dimensions, and size of the property.

North arrow and scale.

Name of property owner, property address, and assessor parcel number(s).

Label all adjacent streets or rights-of-way.

All existing and proposed buildings and structures, including their location, size (approximate square footage), height, and proposed or existing use (e.g., home, garage, fence, etc.).

Location and name of adjacent and on-site streets/alleys.

Location and dimensions of all existing/proposed easements, points of access, driveways and parking areas, and pavement type.

All areas proposed for grading or landscaping.

Distances from all structures to property lines, easements, and other structures on the property.

Any nearby buildings relevant to the application and their use.

Any existing significant natural features, such as watercourses.

Maximum Length of Occupancy. No more than 30 days in one continuous stay, and no more than 90 days in any consecutive 365-day period.

Permitted Vehicles. Occupancy of an RV space is limited to one RV and one additional motor vehicle. Permanent buildings are prohibited within RV spaces.

Tag of Certification. An RV which stays for more than 30 continuous days in a RV park shall have a tag of certification documenting compliance with state and federal RV manufacturing requirements. A tag of certification may be issued by:

Registration Required.

City Verification. The city has the authority to allow a designated city staff member to visit an RV park, record vehicle identification numbers, vehicle license numbers and vehicle model types in spaces.

Park Size and Dimensions.

RV Space Size and Dimensions.

RV Park Roadways.

Setbacks.

Permanent Buildings.

Amenities. RV parks shall provide amenities in proportion to the area of each park as follows:

Landscaping.

Sewer. Each RV space shall be connected to a sewer lateral meeting city standards which is connected to the RV park master sewer system. The RV park master sewer system shall be connected to the city sewer system. Septic tank connections are prohibited.

Water. Each vehicle space shall be connected to a water lateral meeting city standards which is connected to the RV park master water system, providing potable, safe and sanitary water. The RV park master water system shall be connected to the city water system.

Accessory Buildings and Awnings. An RV space may contain temporary accessory building as follows:

Signs. RV parks may have identification, directory, and directional signs pursuant to Chapter 17.64 (Signs).

No fence, wall, hedge, or equivalent screening that exceeds four feet in height shall be located within five feet of the front property line;

Lattice, decorative wrought iron, or other material that is at least 50% open to the passage of light and air when viewed horizontally, excluding framing, may be added to the top of a fence or wall provided the lattice, decorative wrought iron, or other material is determined by the city clerk, or their designee, to be compatible with the design and materials of the fence or wall;

The proposed height increase shall not create a hazard to vehicular or pedestrian traffic;

Review of the proposed height increase shall include consultation with fire, law enforcement, and public works, and notification to all owners of property that border the proposed fence or wall; and

Permits for fences and walls that exceed the height limits in subsection B of this section shall not be issued until 10 days have elapsed from the approval thereof and, in the event an appeal is filed, shall not be issued until a decision has been made by the appropriate decision-making body.

Promote a safe, glare-free, and pleasant nighttime environment for residents and visitors;

Protect and improve safe travel for all modes of transportation;

Prevent nuisances caused by unnecessary light intensity, glare, and light trespass;

Protect the ability to view the night sky by restricting unnecessary upward projection of light;

Better ensure land use compatibility; and

Promote lighting practices and systems that conserve energy.

New Outdoor Lighting. All outdoor lighting fixtures installed after the effective date of this section, when located on a property used for a public, quasi-public, multifamily, commercial, industrial, or institutional use, shall conform to the requirements established by this section.

Existing Outdoor Lighting. All existing outdoor lighting fixtures installed prior to the effective date of this section, when not in conformance with this section and located on a property used for a public, quasi-public, multifamily, commercial, industrial, or institutional use, shall be brought into conformance within one year of the effective date of this section.

The following are exempt from the provisions of this section:

The city clerk or their designee may authorize additional property specific exemptions when proposed outdoor lighting does not conflict with the purposes of this section. An application for such an exemption must be made in writing and include an outdoor lighting plan pursuant to subsection E of this section.

All outdoor lighting fixtures shall be designed, located, and installed aimed downward or toward structures located on the same premises, retrofitted if necessary, and maintained in order to prevent glare, light trespass, and light pollution.

Fixtures and lighting systems shall be in good working order and maintained in a manner that serves the original design intent of the system.

Outdoor lighting shall be designed to avoid harsh contrasts in light levels between the property on which it is located and adjacent properties.

Fixture Types. All new outdoor lighting shall use full cut-off luminaries with the light source downcast and fully shielded with no light emitted above the horizontal plane, with the following exceptions:

Accent Lighting. Architectural features may be illuminated by uplighting, provided that the light is effectively contained by the structure, the lamps are low intensity to produce a subtle lighting effect, and no glare or light trespass is produced. For national flags, statues, public art, or other objects of interest that cannot be illuminated with down-lighting, upward lighting may only be used in the form of one narrow-cone spotlight that confines the illumination to the object of interest.

The provisions of this section are not intended to prevent the use of any design, material, or method of installation or operation not specifically prescribed herein, provided that the city clerk or their designee has approved any such alternative. A proposed alternative may be approved if it provides at least approximate equivalence to the applicable specific requirements of this section, or if it is otherwise satisfactory and complies with the intent of this section.

An outdoor lighting plan shall be submitted in conjunction with an application for a building permit for new multifamily, commercial, or industrial structures 5,000 square feet and larger. The building official or their designee may request outdoor lighting plans from applicants for other types of projects due to project location, size, or proposed use, as necessary. An outdoor lighting plan shall include at least the following:

If needed to review the proposed outdoor lighting fixture installation, the building official or their designee may require additional information following the initial outdoor lighting plan submittal, including but not limited to a written narrative to demonstrate the objectives of the lighting, photometric data, Color Rendering Index (CRI) of all lamps and other descriptive information on the fixtures, computer generated photometric grid showing foot-candle readings every 10 feet within the property or site and 10 feet beyond the property lines (an iso-foot-candle contour line style plan may be acceptable), and/or landscaping information to describe potential screening.

The building official, or their designee, may approve, deny, or require modifications to any outdoor lighting plan in order to meet the purpose of this section.

That the proposed outdoor dining and seating are in compliance with all applicable provisions of this section;

That the proposed outdoor dining and seating are so arranged as to ensure the protection of public health, safety, and general welfare, and prevent interference with users of the right-of-way and holders of other permits; and

That the proposed outdoor dining and seating and associated business will properly comply with the provisions and development standards prescribed in this title, or as prescribed by the city council.

A minimum of four feet of clear space on the sidewalk is required for the safe passage of pedestrians.

All umbrellas used in outdoor dining and seating areas shall be a minimum height of seven feet.

The outdoor dining and seating area shall be operated and maintained in accordance with the approved outdoor seating plan.

When located within 20 feet of a fire hydrant or standpipe fixture, the placement of outdoor dining and seating furniture, apparatus, decoration, or appurtenance used in connection therewith shall be reviewed and approved by the fire chief.

Heating and cooling devices may be provided, such as gas heaters and misters. Descriptions of the proposed devices and their locations must be included in the outdoor dining and seating permit application.

Any use of portable heating devices shall require the prior written approval of the fire department.

There shall be no smoking by patrons or employees within the sidewalk dining area.

No furniture, apparatus, decoration, or appurtenance used in connection with the operation of the outdoor dining and seating shall be:

Any table service provided shall be provided by persons engaged or employed for that purpose and shall be furnished to seated patrons only. Table service is not required, and retail food establishments that do not provide table service may provide outdoor dining and seating for their patrons.

As a condition of the issuance of the outdoor seating permit, the permit holder shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless the city and shall present, along with each application or renewal application for an annual permit, evidence of liability insurance in a form acceptable to the city clerk.

Strengthen the health and social fabric of the community by encouraging and supporting community gardens.

Encourage sustainable food production and distribution.

Increase community access to fresh local produce.

The growing, production, or sale of agricultural products may not involve hazardous materials or processes or create offensive or objectionable noise, vibration, odors, heat, dust, or electrical disturbance perceptible by a person beyond the lot line of the subject lot.

The cultivation of cannabis is prohibited in community gardens.

When located within a mixed-use or commercial zoning district, the sale of agricultural products grown and produced on-site is permitted.

The donation of agricultural products grown and produced on-site is permitted in all zoning districts where community gardens are allowed.

If selling or donating products to the public, the use shall comply with all applicable food safety laws, including the California Health and Safety Code.

Garbage and compost receptacles must be screened from the street and adjacent properties by utilizing landscaping, fencing, or storage structures and all garbage shall be removed from the site weekly.

Compost piles and containers must be set back at least 10 feet from residential buildings when a community garden abuts a residential use or mixed-use development.

Heavy equipment may be used initially to prepare the land for agricultural use.

Landscaping equipment designed for household use is permitted.

Equipment when not in use must be enclosed or otherwise screened from sight.

Name and address of person proposing to conduct garage sale.

Location of proposed sale.

Date(s) during which the proposed sale is to be conducted.

A use permit is required for temporary use of storage containers pursuant to Section 17.76.140 (Temporary structures).

Temporary use of cargo containers may be approved for up to six months. A one-time extension of up to 12 months may be granted in the case of unforeseeable property damage or natural disaster.

Storage containers may only be used for the storage of merchandise, inventory, shelving displays, or other incidental items related to the operation of the business.

Business or sale of merchandise shall not be conducted from the storage container, nor shall the storage container be used as a habitable space, office, or meeting area, and shall be kept closed and secured at all times other than when items are being moved to or from the storage container.

Storage containers must be oriented to minimize the view from the public right-of-way. In no case shall storage containers be placed so as to cover, block, or otherwise impact required parking, or impact circulation and emergency access.

Storage containers shall be painted in a color matching or similar to the field color of the primary structure and/or properly screened with screening walls and/or landscaping. Graffiti shall be removed within 24 hours from any storage container or screening.

The placement of any signs, advertising copy, banners, or similar item is prohibited on storage containers.

No more than two storage containers with a combined floor area of 640 square feet shall be allowed on parcels one acre or less.

Storage containers shall not exceed a height of 10 feet.

Storage container location: Setbacks shall be the same as those for the underlying zone.

Construction sites.

This section shall not apply to a location with a permitted business actively engaged in transporting cargo containers or truck trailers provided such container or trailer is only on the property temporarily and is not utilized for outside storage purposes.

General.

Exception. Enclosures that have been approved in conjunction with a discretionary permit or approval may be located within a required side yard or rear yard setback, provided no part of the enclosure is less than three feet from any property line.

There shall be the prompt removal of visible signs of overflow of garbage, recycling, smells emanating from the enclosure, graffiti, pests, and vermin.

Trash enclosure covers shall be closed when not in use.

Trash enclosures shall be easily accessible for garbage and recyclables collection.

Trash enclosures shall be regularly emptied of garbage and recycling.

Each trash and recycling enclosure shall be of a material and colors that complement the architecture of the buildings they serve or shall have exterior landscape planting that screens the walls.

The trash and recyclables enclosure shall provide convenient and secure access to the containers to prevent access by unauthorized persons and minimize scavenging, while allowing authorized persons access for disposal and collection of materials.

An opening shall be provided so that pedestrians can access the enclosure without opening large gates.

Lighting shall be provided at enclosures for residential and mixed-use developments for nighttime security and use.

All outdoor trash and recycling enclosures shall be a minimum of five feet tall to screen unsightly views. The design of the structure and the materials used shall be compatible with the on-site architecture.

Designs, materials, or methods of installation not specifically prescribed by this section may be approved by city. In approving such a request, the reviewing authority shall find that the proposed design, materials, or method provides approximate equivalence to the specific requirements of this section or is otherwise satisfactory and complies with the intent of these provisions.

Connected Services. It offers services to connect people to permanent housing through a services plan that identifies services staffing.

Coordinated Entry System. It is linked to a coordinated entry system, so that staff in the interim facility or staff who co-locate in the facility may conduct assessments and provide services to connect people to permanent housing.

Code Compliant. It complies with Chapter 6.5 (commencing with Section 8255) of Division 8 of the Welfare and Institutions Code.

Homeless Management Information System. It has a system for entering information regarding client stays, client demographics, client income, and exit destination through the local Homeless Management Information System, as defined by Section 578.3 of Title 24 of the Code of Federal Regulations.