Huntington Park City Zoning Code

CHAPTER 4

ZONING DISTRICTS

§ 9-4.101 Purpose.

The purpose of this article is to achieve the following:

Reserve planned neighborhood areas for residential living with a broad range of dwelling unit densities (i.e., low, medium, and high density detached/attached, multi-family and housing for special needs), consistent with the General Plan and appropriate standards of public health, safety, welfare and aesthetics;

Ensure adequate light, air, privacy and open space for each dwelling;

Minimize traffic congestion and avoid the overloading of public services and utilities;

Protect residential neighborhoods from excessive illumination, noise, odor, smoke, unsightliness and other objectionable influences;

Facilitate the provision/enhancement of public improvements commensurate with anticipated increase in population, dwelling unit densities and service requirements;

Designate land to accommodate housing units which meet the diverse economic needs of the City's residents (i.e., very low, low and moderate income, senior citizen, etc.) situating development in a manner that will retain the scale and character of existing residential neighborhoods; and

Promote enhanced urban design in residential projects to ensure that new development is architecturally and functionally compatible and results in uniquely identifiable neighborhoods.

The purpose of the individual residential zoning districts is as follows:

R-L (Low-Density Residential) Zone. This zone is intended to provide for low density detached single-family dwellings with private yards at a density range of 0 to 8.712 units per gross acre. Manufactured homes on permanent foundations are also permitted. Additional land uses (i.e., day care, schools, churches, etc.) may be allowed when compatible to and in harmony with, and serving the needs of, a low density residential neighborhood.

R-M (Medium-Density Residential) Zone. This zone is intended to provide for medium density detached and attached residential dwellings (i.e., townhomes, small-lot single-family dwellings, two and three family structures, low-rise apartments, etc.) at a density range of 8.713 to 17.424 units per gross acre. Additional land uses (i.e., convalescent homes, child-care facilities, churches, etc.) may be allowed when compatible to and in harmony with, and serving the needs of, a medium density residential neighborhood.

R-H (High-Density Residential) Zone. This zone is intended to provide for high density attached multi-family dwellings (i.e., apartments, condominiums, etc.) with common open space at a density range of 17.425 to 20 units per gross acre. Senior citizen housing developments at a maximum density of 225 units per gross acre and single room occupancy (SRO) facilities at a maximum density of 225 units per gross acre are conditionally permitted uses in this zoning district. Additional land uses (i.e., convalescent homes, child-care facilities, churches, etc.) may be allowed when compatible to and in harmony with, and serving the needs of, a high density residential neighborhood.

(§ 1, Ord. 666-NS, eff. September 15, 2001)

§ 9-4.102 Allowed uses.

Any structure/use designated as "Permitted" (P) by the following list shall comply with the provisions of this Code. Any permitted use which will occupy an existing structure with no structural alteration/enlargement) shall comply with the operational standards contained in this chapter as well as Article III (General Property Development Standards). Additionally, any permitted use which will occupy an existing structure that is to be altered, enlarged, or requires construction or installation (i.e., manufactured housing) of a structure(s) shall require the approval of a Development Permit (D) in compliance with Chapter 2, Article 10.

The following list (Table IV-1) represents those uses in the residential zoning districts that are Permitted (P), subject to a Development Permit (D), subject to a Large Family Child Care Home Permit (LCC) or a Conditional Use Permit (C):

Table IV-1 ALLOWED LAND USES
LAND ACTIVITY			R-L	R-M	R-H
1.	Residential Uses
	A.	Condominiums	D	D	D
	B.	Convalescent Homes	-	C	C
	C.	Child Day Care Facility
		Small Family Child Day Care Home	P	P	P
		Large Family Child Day Care Home	LCC	LCC	LCC
	D.	Density Bonus/Affordable Housing	P	P	P
	E.	Manufactured Housing	D	D	D
	F.	Multi-Family Dwellings	-	D	D
	G.	Second Dwelling Unit/"Granny" Housing/Guest House	P	-	-
	H.	Senior Citizen/Congregate Care Housing	-	-	C
	I.	Single-Family Dwellings	P	P	P
	J.	Single Room Occupancy Facilities	-	-	D
	K.	Group Homes
		Small Group Homes (licensed and unlicensed)	P	P	P
		Large Group Homes (unlicensed)	P	P	P
		Large Group Homes (licensed)	C	C	C
	L.	Transitional Housing	P	P	P
	M.	Supportive Housing	P	P	P
	N.	Zero Lot Line/Small Lot Residential Developments	-	D	D
	O.	Employee and Farmworker Housing
		Providing accommodations for 6 or fewer employees	P	P	P
		Providing accommodations for more than 6 employees	C	C	C
	P.	Low-Barrier Navigation Centers	D	D	D
2.	Recreational Accessory Uses
	A.	Swimming Pool, Private	P	P	P
	B.	Tennis Court, Private	D	D	D
	C.	Tree "Play" House	P	P	P
3.	Accessory Uses
	A.	Fences and Walls	P	P	P
	B.	Garage	P	P	P
	C.	Keeping of Domestic Animals/Household Pets	P	P	P
	D.	Laundry Facilities (Washer and Dryer)	P¹	P¹	P¹
	E.	Outdoor Play/Athletic Equipment	P	P	P
	F.	Patio (with or without cover)/Gazebo	P	P	P
	G.	Satellite Dish Antenna	D	D	D
	H.	Storage	D	D	D
	I.	Vehicle Repair (Property owner/tenant vehicle only and only within enclosed garage/yard)	P	P	P
	J.	Vertical Antenna
		12 feet or less in height	P	P	P
		12+ feet in height	D	D	D
4.	Other
	A.	Churches	-	C	C
	B.	Educational Institutions, Low-Intensity	C	C	C
	C.	Public Utilities/Facilities	D	D	D
5.	Home Enterprises		Subject to Home Enterprise Permit
6.	Temporary Uses		Subject to Temporary Use Permit

Laundry facilities shall be located within the footprint of a dwelling unit. For multi-family properties, common laundry facilities shall be located in a detached or attached enclosed room specifically designated as a laundry facility and shall consist of not less than one automatic washer and dryer for every four units.

(§ 3, Ord. 771-NS, eff. March 21, 2006, § 2, Ord. 845-NS, eff. January 7, 2010, § 3, Ord. 846-NS, eff. January 21, 2010, § 1, Ord. 847-NS, eff. January 21, 2010, § 2, Ord. 849-NS, eff. January 21, 2010, § 7, Ord. 2019-978, eff. September 5, 2019, § 7, Ord. 2023-02, eff. December 7, 2023; Ord. 2025-02, eff. September 3, 2025)

§ 9-4.103 Zoning District Development Standards.

General Standards. The development standards contained in Table IV-2 (Zoning District Development Standards) relating to density, lot area and configuration, structure setbacks, structural lot coverage and height, accessory structure height, distance between structures, private outdoor useable space, and common useable open space apply to all residential zoning districts, and shall be determined to be minimum requirements, unless stated as maximum by this Code or otherwise excepted (e.g., zero lot line development or density bonus development). All setbacks shall be measured from the applicable property line.

Table IV-2 ZONING DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
STANDARD	R-L	R-M	R-H
Maximum Units/Acre	8.712	17.424	20.0
Lot Area (square feet)	5,000^*	5,000^*	15,000^*
Lot Width (feet)	45^*	45^*	100^*
Lot Depth (feet)	80^*	100^*	100^*
Front Setback (feet)	20¹	15¹	10¹
Rear Setback (feet)	10	10	10
Side Setback (each)	4 feet plus 1 foot for each story over 1 story
Side Setback (street side)	10 feet plus 1 foot for each story over 1 story
Lot Coverage (Building Footprint) (percent, maximum)	45%	55%	65%
Distance Between Structures (feet)	6	10²	10²
Structure Height (feet, maximum)	35, 2 stories	35	45
Private Outdoor Useable Space (square feet per unit)³	450	250/200	200/150
Common Useable Open Space (square feet per unit)⁴	0	200	200
Main Structure Height (maximum)	35 feet, 2 stories	35 feet	45 feet
Accessory Structure Height (maximum)	20 feet or 1 story whichever is less	20 feet or 1 story whichever is less	20 feet or 1 story whichever is less
Antennae, Vertical	(Refer to Chapter 3 Article 1 Property Development Standards)
Fences, Walls, and Hedges	(Refer to Chapter 3 Article 1 Property Development Standards)
Satellite Dish Antennae	(Refer to Chapter 3 Article 1 Property Development Standards)

Notes:
^*	Lots created before January 1, 2019 containing no more than one dwelling unit are exempt from the minimum lot size standards.
1	Garage door setback for single-family uses shall be a minimum of 20 feet from the front property line.
2	When two walls face each other and neither has a window opening they shall be separated by at least six feet. If one or more of the walls has a window opening, they shall be separated by at least 10 feet.
3	Each ground floor dwelling unit shall be provided with 250/200 (R-M/R-H) square feet of private outdoor useable space while each upper story unit shall be provided with 200/150 (R-M/R-H) square feet of private outdoor area. Private outdoor space for condominium developments/conversions shall be in compliance with Section 9-3.1507 of the Huntington Park Municipal Code. The Director shall have the authority to adjust/average these minimum standards when doing so would result in an improved design and an enhanced overall provision of private outdoor space.
4	All multi-family residential developments shall provide common useable open space in compliance with Subsection 9-4.103(2)(C), below. Common open space for condominium developments/conversions shall be in compliance with Section 9-3.1507 of the Huntington Park Municipal Code.

Zone Specific Standards. In addition to the general development requirements contained in Chapter 3, Article 1 (Property Development Standards), the following identifies specific standards that apply to the identified uses:

Accessory Structures. Accessory structures in residential zoning districts shall be compatible with the materials and architecture of the main dwelling(s) on the property. Accessory structures may only be constructed on a parcel containing a main dwelling unit.

Table IV-3 ACCESSORY STRUCTURES—SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES
Structure/Construction/Equipment	Property Line	Required Setback (In Feet)
Detached Garage, detached carport	Rear	3 (no windows/doors)^* 5 (windows/doors)^*
	Side	3 (no windows/doors)^* 5 (windows/doors)^*
	Side (street)	Main building setback
Swimming pool, spa, storage shed, fish pond	Rear	3
	Side	3
	Side (street)	Main building setback
Stationary barbecue, fire pit, attached patio cover, attached carport, gazebo	Rear	3
	Side	3
	Side (street)	Main building setback
Unenclosed/detached patio cover (within rear 1/3 of parcel)	Rear	1
	Side	1
	Side (street)	Main building setback
Air conditioning equipment, pool and spa equipment, and ground-based antennae	Rear	3
	Side	3 located in rear yard; Main building setback located in side yard.
	Side (street)	3 located in rear yard; Main building setback located in side yard.
Tennis court	Front, side, rear	Main building setback
Balcony, exterior stairs in excess of 30 inches	Front, side, rear	Main building setback

^*	If in the rear 33% of the lot, otherwise main building setback requirements apply. In no case shall a structure, construction, projection, or equipment be placed or occur beyond the property lines of the subject parcel.

Table IV-4 ACCESSORY STRUCTURES—MULTI-FAMILY HOMES
Structure/Construction/Equipment	Property Line	Required Setback (In Feet)
Detached Garage, detached carport	Rear	3 (no windows/doors)* 5 (windows/doors)*
	Side	3 (no windows/doors)* 5 (windows/doors)*
	Side (street)	Main building setback
Spa, spa equipment, storage shed, fish pond, ground-based antennae	Side	3
	Rear	3
Stationary barbecue, fire pit, attached patio cover, attached carport, gazebo	Side	3
	Rear	3
Unenclosed/detached patio cover (within rear 1/3 of parcel)	Side	1
Unenclosed/detached patio cover (within rear 1/3 of parcel)	Rear	1

Where a building site is situated so that the front, side, and rear property lines are not readily determinable, required setbacks shall be determined by the Director. Required setbacks determined by the Director shall not permit the placement of structures in a manner that would constitute a grant of special privileges inconsistent with the limitations placed on other properties in the vicinity and that are incompatible with surrounding uses.

Additional Height Allowances. When meeting standard setback requirements in the R-H zoning district, the maximum structure height is 45 feet. This standard may be increased by the Commission as part of a Development Permit application up to a maximum of 100 feet, subject to the following:

(1)

A visual analysis relating structural proportions, massing, height and setback shall be conducted to preserve and enhance the scenic viewshed and minimize the structure's impact on adjacent residents and their privacy;

(2)

The need and appropriateness of additional stories shall be demonstrated; and

(3)

Architectural compatibility and harmony with surrounding development, land use designations and zoning shall be demonstrated.

As a condition of approval, the Commission may require setbacks greater than the minimum setbacks required with-in the R-H zoning district.

Common Useable Open Space. All multi-family residential developments with 10 or more dwelling units in the R-M and R-H zoning districts shall incorporate common useable open space for passive and active recreational purposes within the project's design. The minimum area dedicated for this purpose shall be 30% of the net parcel area or 200 square feet for each unit, whichever is greater. Useable open space shall not include rights-of-way, vehicle parking areas, areas between any structures less than 20 feet apart, setbacks*, private outdoor useable space, or slope areas greater than 8%.

(* Setback areas may be credited as useable open space up to a maximum of 50% of the total when the setback is a minimum of 15 feet wide and contiguous for a minimum distance of 10 running feet.)

Additionally, all multi-family developments shall provide indoor/outdoor recreational amenities within the common open space which may include, but are not limited to, the following:

(1)

Barbecue/picnic area;

(2)

Recreation building;

(3)

Swimming pool; and/or

(4)

Tot lot with play equipment.

The specific type/size/location of the amenities shall be subject to the approval of the Director. Additionally, the Director shall have the authority to adjust/average the minimum standards for private/common open space when doing so would result in an improved design and an enhanced overall provision of private/common useable open space.

Child Day Care Facility Development Standards. Small family child day care homes are considered a residential use of property and shall be a permitted use in all zones in which residential uses are permitted. Large family child day care homes are subject to the approval of a Large Family Child Day Care Home Permit (LCC) as described below. Day care centers are subject to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit in compliance with Section 9-2.1101 of this Code.

Large family child day care homes (large facility) shall be developed/operated in the following manner:

(1)

The large facility shall conform to all property development standards of the zoning district in which it is located;

(2)

A large facility shall not be located within 300 feet of another large facility unless it can be demonstrated that the existing facility is filled to capacity, offers different services, or there is a high need in the area;

(3)

All on-site signs shall comply with the provisions of Section 9-3.1201 (Sign Standards);

(4)

The city may require the construction of a six foot high solid decorative fence or wall if affected person or persons have noise complaints and those complaints are substantiated as set forth in subsection 15(a). The fence or wall shall be constructed on all property lines, except in the front yard or within a traffic safety-sight area.

In the front yard, the fence shall be a maximum of 60 inches in height and shall be constructed so as to have 80% visibility through the fence, when viewed from a point in the center of the adjoining street which is perpendicular to the center of such a fence. A solid fence or wall within the front yard shall be a maximum of 36 inches in height. Materials, textures, colors, and design of the fence or wall shall be compatible with on-site development and adjacent properties, and shall be subject to the approval of the Director. All fences or walls shall provide for safety with controlled points of entry;

(5)

In addition, to mitigate for noise complaints, the city may require on-site landscaping which shall be consistent with that prevailing in the neighborhood and shall be installed and maintained, in compliance with Section 9-3.401 (Landscaping Standards);

(6)

All large facilities shall be State-licensed and shall be operated in compliance with all applicable State Health and Safety regulations;

(7)

There will be a fee of $100 for the application and processing of a Large Family Child Care Home Permit (LCC). This fee does not include the required fees for obtaining a city Business License or the Home Occupancy Inspection process;

(8)

Approval/Denial of the Large Child Day Care Facility. The Director shall have 30 days to determine whether an application for a Large Family Child Care Home Permit is complete and shall notify the applicant within that time period if the application is not complete. A notice that an application is not complete shall be in writing and specify the matters needed to complete the application;

(9)

The Director shall have 30 days after determining the application is complete in which to determine whether to grant or deny the application;

(10)

Not less than 10 days prior to the date on which the Director intends to issue a decision granting an application for a Large Family Day Care Home permit, the Director shall give notice to all affected person, using the last known name and address of these owners as shown upon the current tax assessor's records of the County of Los Angeles. These notices shall be distributed via United States Postal Mail Services. The list shall be prepared and certified by the applicant, or a title insurance company, civil engineer, surveyor licensed to practice in California or mapping company;

(11)

The decision shall be sent to the applicant by first class mail, shall specify the grounds for any denial of an application and shall inform the applicant of the right to appeal the decision to the Planning Commission and that any such appeal must be filed within 15 days of the date on which written notice of the denial was placed in the mail to the applicant;

(12)

Any appeal to the Planning Commission from a decision of the Director, including a request for a hearing filed by an affected person, shall be set for hearing before the Planning Commission within 45 days of the filing of the appeal. In considering the appeal, the Planning Commission shall be limited to determining whether the applicant has met the conditions for granting a permit pursuant to the child day care facility development standards. An application that meets those standards shall be granted. The decision of the Planning Commission shall be set forth in a written resolution adopted by the Commission and the resolution shall contain findings of fact explaining the ground(s) for the Commission's decision;

(13)

The applicant may appeal the decision of the Planning Commission to the City Council. Any such appeal must be filed within 10 days of the date on which the Planning Commission's resolution making its decision is adopted. The appeal shall be set for hearing before the City Council within 45 days of the date on which it is filed. Notice of the hearing shall be limited to affected persons and the applicant. In considering the appeal, the City Council shall be limited to determining whether the application meets the child day care facility development standards. If those standards have been met, the permit shall be granted. The decision of the City Council shall be set forth in a written resolution that sets forth the findings of fact explaining the decision, and the resolution shall be sent to the applicant by first class mail together with a certificate of mailing showing the date on which it was placed in the mail to the applicant;

(14)

Revocation. The Director, or his or her designee, may hold a hearing to revoke or modify a Large Family Child Day Care Home Permit upon giving notice no less than 10 days prior to the hearing. The notice shall be in writing and mailed to the permittee and/or owner of the property as shown on the current tax rolls of the County of Los Angeles and/or the project applicant as shown on the Large Family Child Day Care Home Permit application. The City shall also provide written notice of the hearing to affected persons as defined in Section 9-1.203;

(15)

A Large Family Child Care Home Permit may be revoked or modified by the imposition of conditions or operating restrictions by the Director if any one of the following findings can be made:

(i)

If the City has given the large family child day care home 14 days written notice of specific complaints, which the Director, or his or her designee, has found to have reasonable basis, and the permittee and/or property owner has been unable or unwilling to modify its operations to reduce or eliminate the nature of the complaints,

(ii)

That circumstances have changed so that one or more of the findings outlined in the LCC application can no longer be made, including any violation where the operator has been found to be in noncompliance with the ordinance codified in this section, during the time period of any approved permit or during the 12 months preceding the date of application of any Large Family Child Day Care Home Permit,

(iii)

That the Large Family Child Day Care Home Permit was obtained by misrepresentation or fraud,

(iv)

That one or more of the conditions of approval of the Large Family Child Day Care Home Permit in this chapter have not been met,

(v)

That the use is in violation of any statute, ordinance, law or regulation.

Density Bonus/Affordable Housing. Development standards governing density bonuses are outlined in Chapter 3, Article 22 (Density Bonus/Affordable Housing Incentives). Development standards governing affordable housing are outlined in Chapter 3, Article 21 (Affordable Housing).

Garage/Yard Sales. Garage/yard sales are permitted in all Residential zoning districts subject to the following operational standards:

(1)

No single garage/yard sales event shall operate more than two consecutive days;

(2)

Garage/yard sales shall be limited to four times in each calendar year and permitted only on weekends;

(3)

Items offered for sale shall be limited to personal property, not acquired for resale, owned by the resident(s) of the dwelling where the sale is to be conducted;

(4)

One on-site sign advertising the sale, not exceeding four square feet in area, is permitted only during the sale;

(5)

No off-site sign(s) shall be permitted, unless located on a neighbor's residential parcel with their permission; and

(6)

Subject to obtaining a garage sale permit from Licensing Division.

Keeping of Domestic Animals/Household Pets. The keeping of domestic animals/household pets is permitted in all residential zoning districts subject to the following standards:

(1)

The following figure shows the number of animals allowable, when properly licensed and maintained, per dwelling unit according to the number of units per parcel.

Number of Units Per Parcel	Maximum Animals Per Unit
One (single-family)	3 dogs and 3 cats
Two (duplex)	2 dogs and 2 cats
Three or more	1 dog and 1 cat

(2)

Other domestic animals/household pets (i.e., birds, fish, rodents, etc.) may be permitted only if properly maintained within a dwelling;

(3)

A young animal(s) born to a permitted animal kept within/outside of the dwelling may be kept until the young animal is weaned from its mother (10 weeks for dogs or cats); and

(4)

No person may operate/maintain a private or commercial kennel or aviary within any residential zoning district.

Minimum Dwelling Size Standards. The following minimum dwelling areas are computed by calculating the living area as measured on the outside of walls and excludes garages, carports, porches, basements and exterior courtyards/patios:

The minimum area requirements for single-family homes in the R-L zoning district:	1000 square feet
The minimum area requirements for dwelling units in the R-M zoning district:	850 square feet

The minimum area requirements for dwelling units in the R-H zoning district are as follows:

Livable Area in Square Feet	Type of Dwelling Unit
500	Efficiency
600	1 Bedroom
750	2 Bedroom
900	3 Bedroom
150	(Additional) For each bedroom over 3

Minimum Room Size Standards. Minimum room size standards are as follows:

Room	Minimum Area in Square Feet
Garage (2-car)	400
Bedroom	100
Full bath (tub, toilet, and lavatory)	50
Three-quarter bath (stall shower, toilet, and lavatory)	35
Half bath (toilet and lavatory)	25

Common living areas of a dwelling unit, such as living rooms, dining areas, kitchen, family room, etc., need to be in proportion to the number of bedrooms provided to properly accommodate the occupants. The area occupied by the common living areas shall be equal to or larger than the area occupied by the bedrooms.

Mobile Home and Manufactured Housing Development Standards. Mobile or manufactured homes shall be installed/operated in the following manner:

(1)

Mobile or manufactured homes may be used as single-family dwellings if the home is certified under the National Mobile Home Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974, or as amended;

(2)

Mobile or manufactured homes which are used as single-family residences shall be installed on/secured to an approved permanent foundation in compliance with this Code.

Perimeter Walls. Any structure/use, other than a single-family dwelling, in a residential zoning district shall require the installation of a perimeter wall, which shall be constructed in the following manner:

(1)

The wall shall be six feet in height, measured from the finished grade of the parcel;

(2)

The wall shall be installed along the perimeter of the parcel except for those portions fronting a public right(s)-of-way. Walls located within the front yard setback shall not exceed a height of five feet with 80% see-through visibility or three feet if solid or over the 80% visibility;

(3)

The wall shall be architecturally treated on both sides; and

(4)

The design and construction materials of the wall shall be subject to the approval of the Director.

Private Tennis Court Development Standards. Private tennis courts are subject to the approval of a Development Permit and shall be developed/operated in the following manner:

(1)

Tennis courts shall not encroach into the front and side setback or within 10 feet of the rear property line;

(2)

The minimum parcel size shall be 10,000 square feet;

(3)

There shall be no more than one tennis court for each residential parcel of land;

(4)

Private tennis courts shall not be used for commercial purposes, and shall be used only by the residents and their invited guests;

(5)

Private tennis courts shall be completely screened from public view;

(6)

No tennis court fencing shall exceed 10 feet in height as measured from the court surface;

(7)

Overhead court lighting shall be subject to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit;

(8)

Light standards shall not exceed the following heights as measured from the court surface:

Eighteen feet with four poles on each side; and

Twenty feet with three poles on each side.

(9)

All illumination fixtures shall be directed downward and away from adjoining properties and public rights-of-way; and

(10)

Permitted hours of lighting shall be determined during permit review; in no instance shall lighting be used after ten p.m..

Rear Unit Access. Every developed residential parcel containing two or more residential units shall include a 10 foot-wide improved pedestrian passageway from the street to the rear unit(s). The passageway shall contain a paved walkway with a minimum width of four feet and shall be properly landscaped and maintained.

Second Dwelling Unit/"Granny" Housing/Guest Housing Development Standards. One additional dwelling unit may be sited on a single-family parcel in the R-L zoning district, subject to the approval of the Director, and shall be developed/operated in the following manner:

(1)

No more than one additional dwelling unit shall be permitted on any single-family parcel.

(2)

An additional dwelling unit may only be permitted on a residential parcel on which there is already built one owner-occupied single-family detached dwelling unit (main unit), and the additional unit may be within, attached, or detached to/from the existing main dwelling unit.

(3)

An additional dwelling unit may not be permitted on a single-family parcel already having two or more dwelling units.

(4)

The parcel upon which the additional dwelling unit is to be established shall conform to all standards of the R-L zoning district.

(5)

The minimum size of the parcel upon which the additional dwelling unit may be built shall be 6,250 square feet. The parcel shall have a minimum width of 50 feet and a minimum depth of 80 feet.

(6)

The additional dwelling unit may only be located within the rear half of the parcel.

(7)

The size of the additional dwelling unit, whether attached or detached, shall not be less than 500 square feet and shall not exceed 650 square feet.

(8)

The additional dwelling unit shall be architecturally compatible with the main dwelling unit.

(9)

The property shall be provided with at least two off-street parking spaces, in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 8 (Off-Street Parking Standards), for the main unit, and one off-street parking space per bedroom for the second unit. Off-street parking for the second unit may be uncovered. Off-street parking for either unit may only be located within the rear half of the parcel, and shall be served by a level driveway.

(10)

The additional dwelling unit shall not be metered separately from the main dwelling unit for gas, electricity, and water/sewer services.

(11)

Prior to the issuance of a building permit for the additional dwelling unit, a covenant of restriction to run with the land, shall be recorded which specifies that the use of the additional unit as an independent dwelling may continue only as long as the property is owner-occupied. The additional dwelling unit may not be sold independently of the main dwelling and parent parcel.

(12)

The applicant for the permit shall be the owner of the subject property as well as the resident of the main dwelling unit.

(13)

This section shall not validate any existing illegal "additional" dwelling unit. An application for a permit may be made in compliance with all applicable sections of this Code to convert an illegal "additional" unit to a conforming legal "additional" unit. The standards and requirements for the conversion shall be the same as for a newly proposed "additional" dwelling unit.

(14)

The following findings shall be made in order to approve a permit for an additional dwelling unit:

The additional dwelling unit is compatible with the design of the main dwelling unit and the surrounding neighborhood in terms of scale, height, length, width, bulk, lot coverage, exterior treatment and landscaping and will not cause excessive noise, traffic, or other disturbances to the existing neighborhood or result in significantly adverse impacts on public services and resources; and

The additional dwelling unit will not tend to cause a high concentration of these units sufficient to change the character of the surrounding R-L residential neighborhood.

Senior Citizen/Congregate Care Housing Development Standards. Development standards governing Senior Citizen/Congregate Care Housing facilities are outlined in Chapter 3, Article 11.

Single Room Occupancy (SRO) Facilities Development Standards. Development standards governing Single Room Occupancy (SROs) facilities are outlined in Chapter 3, Article 13.

Trash Enclosures. Development standards governing trash enclosures are outlined in Section 9-3.103.

Zero Lot Line/Small Lot Residential Development Standards. Zero lot line/small lot developments are allowable in the R-H and R-M zoning districts, subject to the approval of a Development Permit, and shall be developed in the following manner:

(1)

The parent parcel shall be a minimum of 6,100 square feet (two lots of 3,050 square feet each);

(2)

The development shall comply with all of the applicable property development standards of the respective zoning district that the property is located in;

(3)

Alleys may be permitted in order to provide vehicular access to individual units as well as to provide for trash collection and other public/private services. Alleys shall not be used for storage or parking;

(4)

A parcel abutting a public alley shall be designed to gain vehicular access from the alley;

(5)

Each lot shall front on a public street and shall have a minimum width of 30 feet. However, each lot fronting on both a public street and a public alley shall be permitted to have a minimum width of 20 feet on the public street and a minimum of 20 feet on the public alley, provided that the access for all required off-street parking is to be only from the public alley;

(6)

All detached structures (i.e., dwellings, garages, etc.) shall be set back a minimum of five feet from the rear alley (public right-of-way) property line and five feet from the side/street right-of-way property line;

(7)

Tandem parking may be permitted in required garage structures on parcels without alley access;

(8)

The zero lot line development provides for the placement of a single-family dwelling on one interior side yard with a zero-foot required setback, while maintaining a five foot setback on the other interior side yard. To accomplish this, the parcel adjacent to the zero side yard shall be held under the same ownership at the time of initial development and shall provide for either a zero-foot setback if the units share a common building wall or a minimum of five feet of separation if the units are not attached. The opposite side yard on the adjacent second parcel shall be a minimum of four feet and shall be perpetually maintained free of any obstructions, other than a required solid decorative masonry garden wall, which shall be architecturally treated on both sides and be subject to the approval of the Director. The masonry wall shall intersect with the rear property lines;

(9)

The zero side yard shall not be located adjacent to any private or public right-of-way;

(10)

No portion of any structure or architectural element shall be permitted to project over any property line;

(11)

Exposure protection between adjoining structures shall be in compliance with the requirements/specifications of the County Fire Department and the City Building Codes;

(12)

The walls of the structure located at the zero lot line shall be constructed with low maintenance decorative masonry or masonry veneer;

(13)

The walls of the structure located on the zero lot line shall have no windows, doors, air conditioning units, or any other type of openings. Atriums/courts may be permitted on zero lot line when they are enclosed by three walls of the dwelling and a solid wall, a minimum of eight feet in height, is provided on the zero lot line. The eight foot wall shall be constructed of the same material(s) as the exterior walls of the structure and be subject to the approval of the Director (see figure below);

(14)

In order to provide for maintenance and repair of any structures located on the zero lot line, a perpetual four foot-wide wall/maintenance easement shall be provided on the lot adjacent to the zero lot property line which, with the exception of walls and/or fences, shall be kept clear of structures. This easement shall be shown on the parcel/tract map and incorporated into each deed transferring title to the subject property. The roof(s) of the structure(s) shall be designed to ensure that water runoff from the dwelling located on the common lot line is limited to the easement area;

(15)

Parking shall be provided and maintained in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 8 (Off-Street Parking Standards);

(16)

Landscaping shall be installed and maintained in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 4 (Landscaping Standards);

(17)

Each dwelling shall have a minimum of 400 square feet of private useable outdoor open space, with no dimension less than 10 feet; and

(18)

The development of any flag lot shall require the approval of a Conditional Use Permit in compliance with Chapter 2, Article 11. A flag lot may share an access driveway easement with one other flag lot while maintaining a minimum paved width of 12 feet.

Employee Housing. Standards for employee housing are as follows:

(1)

Employee housing is permitted in residential zones.

(2)

Employee housing shall comply with all applicable State laws including, when applicable, the California Mobilehome Parks Act.

Group Homes. Standards for group homes are as follows:

(1)

Unlicensed group homes are permitted in all residential use zones, subject only to the generally applicable, nondiscriminatory health, safety, and zoning laws that apply to all residential uses in that zone.

(2)

Licensed small group homes (serving six or fewer residents) are permitted in all residential use zones, subject only to the generally applicable, nondiscriminatory health, safety, and zoning laws that apply to all residential uses in that zone.

(3)

No group homes may be located in an accessory dwelling unit, unless the primary dwelling unit is used for the same purpose.

(4)

Licensed large group homes (serving seven or more residents) are subject to a Conditional Use Permit in R-L, R-M, and R-H Zones.

(5)

Findings for Conditional Use Permit. In conditionally approving a large licensed group home, the following findings shall be made:

The use applied for at the location set forth in the application is one for which a conditional use permit is authorized by this chapter.

The proposed project meets the development standards of this section including setbacks, fences, parking, and other required features.

The proposed project provides services that require licensing by the State of California and will comply with all licensing requirements thereof.

The proposed project would not cause direct threats to public health and safety.

(§ 1, Ord. 666-NS, eff. September 15, 2001, § 5, Ord. 771-NS, eff. March 21, 2006, § 2, Ord. 794-NS, eff. December 6, 2006, § 1, Ord. 798-NS, eff. January 18, 2007, § 1, Ord. 832-NS, eff. January 1, 2009, § 4, Ord. 846-NS, eff. January 21, 2010, § 3, Ord. 849-NS, eff. January 21, 2010, § 8, Ord. 2019-978, eff. September 5, 2019, § 7, Ord. 2023-02, eff. December 7, 2023; Ord. 2025-02, eff. September 3, 2025)

§ 9-4.104 Applicable regulations.

All uses shall be subject to the applicable regulations of this Code, including provisions located in the following chapters and article:

1.	Article 11 of Chapter 2	Conditional Use Permits
2.	Article 3 of Chapter 2	Home Enterprise Permits
3.	Article 4 of Chapter 3	Landscaping Standards
4.	Article 8 of Chapter 2	Minor Conditional Use Permits
5.	Article 7 of Chapter 2	Minor Variances
6.	Article 7 of Chapter 3	Off-Street Loading Standards
7.	Article 8 of Chapter 3	Off-Street Parking Standards
8.	Article 10 of Chapter 2	Development Permits
9.	Article 12 of Chapter 3	Sign Standards
10.	Article 9 of Chapter 2	Variances
11.	Chapter 3	General Regulations

(§ 1, Ord. 666-NS, eff. September 15, 2001)

§ 9-4.201 Purpose.

The purpose of this article is to achieve the following:

Provide appropriate commercial areas for retail and service establishments, neighborhood convenience, and office uses required by residents of the City in a manner consistent with the General Plan;

Provide adequate space to meet the needs of commercial development, including off-street parking and loading;

Minimize traffic congestion and avoid the overloading of utilities;

Protect commercial areas from excessive illumination, noise, odor, smoke, unsightliness, and other objectionable influences;

Promote high standards of site planning, architecture, and landscape design for commercial/office/mixed use developments within the City;

Provide employment opportunities for existing and future residents of the City and those of adjacent communities;

Provide for commercial land uses which serve the needs of and attract a regional/community-wide population, in addition to local residents;

Provide for the development of senior citizen housing and single room occupancy facilities; and

Ensure compatibility with adjacent land uses.

The purpose of the individual commercial zoning districts is as follows:

C-P (Office-Professional) Zone. This zoning district is intended to provide for business and professional office activities that generally serve a community-wide need. The maximum permitted FAR is 1:1.

C-N (Neighborhood-Commercial) Zone. This zoning district is intended to provide for residential, mixed-use residential/commercial, neighborhood retail, professional office, and service-oriented business uses serving a localized need under design standards that ensure compatibility and harmony with adjoining residential neighborhoods. The maximum permitted FAR is 1:1.

C-G (General-Commercial) Zone. This zoning district is intended to provide for general retail, professional office, and service-oriented business activities serving a community-wide need under design standards that ensure compatibility and harmony with adjoining land uses. The maximum permitted FAR is 2:1.

DTSP (Huntington Park Downtown Specific Plan). The purpose of the Downtown Huntington Park Specific Plan is to create a unique and identifiable Downtown for Huntington Park that is an economically vibrant, pedestrian-oriented destination. The DTSP focuses on the Downtown area in more detail, organizing land use and zoning regulations by districts. The intent is to generate a regulating document that promotes more amenities, enhanced architecture/aesthetics, more compatible/complementary uses, guidelines for display of merchandise, and an overall improved identity for Downtown Huntington Park.

(§ 1, Ord. 666-NS, eff. September 15, 2001, as amended by § 1, Ord. 828-NS, eff. September 4, 2008)

§ 9-4.202 Allowed uses.

Any use designated as "Permitted" by the following list shall comply with the provisions of this Code. Any permitted use which will occupy an existing structure (with no structural alteration/enlargement) shall comply with the operational standards contained in this article as well as Chapter 3 (General Regulations). Additionally, any permitted use which will occupy an existing structure that is to be altered, enlarged, or requires construction of a new structure(s) shall require the approval of a Development Permit in compliance with Chapter 2, Article 10.

The following list of Allowed Land Uses, Table IV-5, establishes the primary land uses in the C-P, C-N and C-G zoning district which are Permitted (P) or subject to a Development Permit (D) or a Conditional Use Permit (C). In accordance with Section 9-1.106, uses that are not listed shall be expressly prohibited, unless the Director determines the use to be similar in nature and class to other uses listed.

Table IV-5 ALLOWED LAND USES
Land Use Activity		C-P	C-N	C-G
Administrative and Professional Offices:
1.	Administrative, Business, Service, and Public Utilities	P	P	P
2.	Accounting, Consulting, Counseling, Design, and Legal	P	P	P
3.	Headquarters (Business, Corporate, and Government)	P	P	P
4.	Medical/Dental Uses	P	P	P
General Commercial Uses:
1.	Auditoriums/Concert/Convention Halls	-	-	C
2.	Alcoholic Beverage Sales/Serving Establishments [see regulations in Section 9-4.203(2)(A) and Table IV-7]
3.	Amusement/Video Arcades	-	-	C
4.	Antique Shops	-	P	P
5.	Apparel/Shoe Stores	-	P	P
6.	Appliance Stores	-	P	P
7.	Art/Photography Shops, Studios, Galleries	P	P	P
8.	Auction Sales	-	-	D
9.	Automobile, Motorcycle, and Truck Dealerships	-	-	C
10.	Automobile Parts Supply (retail only, no auto repair or installation)	-	-	P
11.	Automobile Rental Agencies	-	-	D
12.	Automobile Repair Specialty Shops	-	-	C
13.	Automobile Service Centers	-	-	C
14.	Bakeries (retail only)	-	P	P
15.	Banks/Financial Offices	P	P	P
16.	Banquet Halls, Lodges, and Conference Halls	-	-	C
17.	Barber/Beauty/Nail Shops	P	P	P
18.	Bars, Cocktail Lounges, Taverns	-	-	C
19.	Bicycle Shops (sales/service, non-motorized)	-	P	P
20.	Billiard/Pool Centers	-	-	C
21.	Book Stores (new/used)	-	P	P
22.	Book Stores/Adult Business [see regulations in Chapter 5-20]	-	-	P
23.	Bowling Alley	-	-	C
24.	Camera Film Drop Off/Express Developing	P	P	P
25.	Camera Shop (new/used)	-	P	P
26.	Candy, Confectionery/Ice Cream Stores	-	P	P
27.	Car Washes	-	-	C
28.	Catering Establishments	-	-	P
29.	Check Cashing	-	C	C
30.	Churches	C	C	C
31.	Communication Equipment Buildings	P	P	P
32.	Commuter Bus Stations	-	-	C
33.	Convenience Stores, Mini-Markets	-	D	D
34.	Cultural/Community Facilities	P	P	P
35.	Currency Exchanges	-	-	C
36.	Dance Hall/Club	-	-	C
37.	Dance School/Studios	-	C	P
38.	Delicatessens, Sandwich Shops, Donut Shop, Coffee Houses, Juice Bars
	under 2,000 square feet	C	P	P
	over 2,000 square feet	-	C	C
39.	Department Stores	-	P	P
40.	Discount/Club Membership Stores	-	-	P
41.	Drug Stores	-	P	P
42.	Dry Cleaning/Dyeing (retail only)	-	P	P
43.	Electronic/Computer Stores	-	P	P
44.	Escort Bureau/Introductory Service	C	-	C
45.	Figure Model Studio (non-nude)	-	-	C
46.	Floor Covering/Drapery Store	-	-	P
47.	Florist Shops	P	P	P
48.	Furniture Stores	-	-	P
49.	Gift/Stationery Stores	-	P	P
50.	Glass Shop (sales/service)	-	-	P
51.	Grocery Stores (including supermarkets)	-	P	P
52.	Gun Shops	-	-	C
53	Hardware Stores (up to 10,000 square feet)	-	P	P
54.	Health/Athletic Clubs (excluding massage parlors)	P	P	P
55.	Hobby Shops	-	P	P
56.	Home Improvement Centers (over 10,000 square feet)	-	-	C
57.	Hospitals	C	C	C
58.	Hotels/Motels	-	-	C
59.	Ice Cream Parlors	-	P	P
60.	Interior Decorating Shop	-	P	P
61.	Jewelry Sales/Repair Stores	-	P	P
62.	Laboratories (including film, medical, and dental)	-	P	P
63.	Laundromat (retail only)	-	P	P
64.	Lighting Fixture Stores	-	-	P
65.	Locksmith Shops	-	P	C
66.	Marine Sales/Service	-	-	P
67.	Massage Parlors (acupressure)	-	-	-
68.	Mini-Malls	-	D	D
69.	Money Advance	-	C	C
70.	Money Transfer	-	C	C
71.	Mortuaries	-	C	C
72.	Multiple Tenant Merchandise Mart	-	-	C
73.	Museums	P	P	P
74.	Music Stores	-	P	P
75.	Newspaper/Magazine Stores	-	P	P
76.	Nightclubs (with entertainment/dancing)	-	-	C
77.	Nurseries/Garden Supply Store	-	P	P
78.	Office Supplies/Equipment (retail only)	P	-	P
79.	Optical Shop	P	P	P
80.	Paint/Wallpaper Stores (retail only)	-	P	P
81.	Parcel Shipping/Copy/Fax Centers	P	P	P
82.	Parking Structures	C	C	C
83.	Pawn Shop/Brokers	-	-	C
84.	Pet Shops	-	P	P
85.	Plumbing Fixture Stores	-	P	P
86.	Pool Supply (retail only)	-	P	P
87.	Post Office Substation	P	P	P
88.	Printing/Blueprinting Shops	P	P	P
89.	Radio/Television Broadcasting Studios (no transmitting)	P	-	C
90.	Recording Studios	P	C	P
91.	Recycling Facilities	-	C	C
92.	Restaurants (less than 4,000 square feet, excluding drive-thrus)	-	D	D
93.	Restaurants (greater than 4,000 square feet, excluding drive-thrus)	-	C	C
94.	Restaurants (with drive-thru facilities)	-	-	C
95.	Restaurants (where outdoor eating facilities are larger than 400 square feet)	-	C	C
96.	Saving and Loans	P	P	P
97.	Secondhand Stores	-	-	P
98.	Service Stations (including gas stations)	-	C	C
99.	Shoe Repair	-	P	P
100.	Shuttle Stations	-	-	C
101.	Sign/Lettering Shops (with retail sales area)	P	P	P²
102.	Skating Rinks	-	C	C
103.	Sporting Goods Stores	-	P	P
104.	Stamp/Coin Shops	P	P	P
105.	Tailor Shops	P	P	P
106.	Tattoo or Body Piercing Parlor	-	-	C
107.	Tennis Court, Commercial	D	D	D
108.	Theaters, Movie (excluding drive-ins)	-	-	C
109.	Ticket Sales	P	P	P
110.	Tobacco/Smoke Shops [see regulations in Section 4-19.03]	-	P	P
111.	Toy Stores	-	P	P
112.	Travel Agencies	P	P	P
113.	Variety Stores	-	P	P
114.	Vending Machines (outside, accessory use only)	C	C	C
115.	Veterinary Offices/Animal Hospitals	C	C	C
116.	Video Machines (up to 5)	P	P	P
117.	Video Stores (up to a maximum net display area of 25% of total video displays devoted to adult videos)	-	P	P
118.	Wedding Chapels	C	C	C
Other Uses:
1.	Antennae (accessory only)	C	C	C
2.	Condominiums	-	-	-
3.	Convalescent Homes	C	C	C
4.	Drive-Thru Establishments (accessory only)	-	-	C
5.	Emergency Shelters	D	D	-
6.	Residential Developments (20 du/acre)¹	D	D	-
7.	Outdoor Storage (accessory only)	-	C	C
8.	Wireless Communications Facilities	C	C	C
9.	Senior Citizen Housing (only in Senior Citizen Housing Overlay District)	-	-	-
10.	Single Room Occupancy	-	-	-
11.	Low-Barrier Navigation Centers	P	P	-

Note:
1	Exceptions for mixed use if within 0.5 miles of a Transit Center, or 0.25 miles of a Transit Node or a Transit Corridor, as defined by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority Congestion Management Plan, or if other transit improvement measures are provided as determined by the review authority.

(§ 1, Ord. 666-NS, eff. September 15, 2001, as amended by §§ 1 and 2, Ord. 725-NS, eff. May 19, 2004, § 1 Ord. 788-NS, eff. August 17, 2006, § 2, Ord. 808-NS, eff. September 5, 2007, § 2, Ord. 817-NS, eff. November 1, 2007, § 1, Ord. 828-NS, eff. September 4, 2008, § 2, Ord. 847-NS, eff. January 21, 2010, § 4, Ord. 931-NS, eff. August 20, 2014, § 1, Ord. 2017-958, eff. August 17, 2017, § 9, Ord. 2019-978, eff. September 5, 201, and § 8, Ord. 2023-02, eff. December 7, 2023)

§ 9-4.203 Zoning district development standards.

General Standards.

The following standards are minimum unless stated as maximum by this Code. All setbacks shall be measured from the property line.

Table IV-6 GENERAL STANDARDS
STANDARD	C-P	C-N	C-G
Floor Area Ratio¹ (maximum)	1:1	1:1	2:1
Lot Area (square feet)	5000	5000	5000
Front Setback (feet)	5⁵	5⁵	5⁵
Rear Setback² (feet)	0	0	0
Side Setback³ (each)	0	0	0
Side Setback⁴ (street side)	5	5	5
Structure Height (feet, maximum)	40	30	40
Lot Frontage/Width	50	50	50

Notes:
1	Shall not apply to residential developments in mixed use projects or to public uses or public parking structures.
2	Where the rear yard abuts a "R" zoning district and there is no public alley, a minimum rear yard of 15 feet shall be maintained.
3	Where the side yard abuts a "R" zoning district, a minimum side yard of 5 feet, plus 2 feet for each additional story, shall be maintained.
4	Where the street side yard fronts on a "R" zoning district, a minimum side yard of 10 feet, plus 2 feet for each additional story, shall be maintained.
5	Where this is average setback and where there is a minimum average of 3 feet width landscaped area.

Commercial Zone Standards. The following general standards shall apply to all commercial/office/mixed-use activities except as otherwise provided in this Code:

(1)

All uses shall be conducted within a completely enclosed structure. Limited outside uses (i.e., patio dining areas, garden sales, and other uses deemed acceptable) may be approved with a Development Permit;

(2)

There shall be no visible storage, from adjacent public view, of motor vehicles, trailers, airplanes, boats or their composite parts; loose rubbish, garbage, junk or their receptacles; tents; equipment or building materials in any portion of a parcel. No storage shall occur on any vacant parcel. Building materials for use on the same premises may be stored on the parcel only during the time that a valid building permit is in effect for construction;

(3)

All setbacks, parkways, open areas, and nonwork areas that are visible from a public street or from a parking lot available to the general public shall be landscaped;

(4)

Every parcel with a structure shall have trash receptacle(s) on the premises in compliance with Section 9-3.103. The Director may require locks and/or roofs on the trash enclosures located in commercial zoning districts;

(5)

For any ground floor use that is prohibited within the front 60 feet of Pacific Boulevard between Florence Avenue and Randolph Street, public entrances shall be separate entrances located a minimum of 70 feet from Pacific Boulevard, and shall not be through any other enclosed leasable space fronting on Pacific Boulevard;

(6)

All residential development (i.e., multi-family units, senior citizen housing and single room occupancy facilities) located in commercial zoning districts shall comply with the general, specific and property development standards outlined in Article 1 of this chapter (Residential Zones);

(7)

All roof-mounted air conditioning or heating equipment, vents or ducts shall not be visible from ground level from any abutting parcel, or any public street or right-of-way. This shall be accomplished through the extension of the main structure or roof or screened in a manner which is architecturally integrated with the main structure;

(8)

All elevations of all structures shall be architecturally treated to ensure compatibility with all neighboring structures and the established character of the City in compliance with the design guidelines contained in the General Plan; and

(9)

Storefront opening widths shall be limited to a maximum of eight feet or 50% of the width of the storefront, whichever is less, in the Huntington Park Downtown Specific Plan (HTSP).

Land Use District Specific Standards. In addition to the general development requirements contained in Chapter 3, Article 1 (Property Development Standards), the following standards shall apply to specific commercial land use activities:

Establishments Serving Alcoholic Beverages. Due to the special impacts which result from the proliferation and over-concentration of businesses which sell alcoholic beverages, including, but not limited to, promotion of deleterious health effects from excessive consumption, litter, loitering, drunk driving, interference with children on the way to and from schools and parks, discouragement of more desirable and beneficial businesses, encouragement of crime and the defacement of buildings, among other potentially blighting influences, the following provisions are to ensure that the occurrence of alcoholic beverage outlets does not adversely impact the public health, safety, comfort, convenience and general welfare of the City.

The following provisions shall apply to any commercial establishment where alcoholic beverages are to be sold or served, as applicable, and are in addition to the provisions set forth in Chapter 2, Article 11 (Conditional Use Permits).

(1)

Definitions. For the purposes of this section, unless otherwise apparent from the context, certain words and phrases used in this section are defined as follows:

"Alcoholic beverage"

means alcohol, distilled spirits, liquor, wine, beer and every other liquid or solid containing alcohol, distilled spirits, wine or beer, and which contains 0.5 percent or more of alcohol by volume and which is fit for beverage purposes, either alone or when diluted, mixed or combined with other substances.

"Banquet/conference hall"

means an establishment that is rented primarily for special temporary legal activities/occasions (e.g., business meetings, banquets or entertainment), and where there are areas usable or temporarily convertible for dancing, dining, entertainment, meetings and public audio/visual presentation, and where the on-sale or serving of general alcoholic beverages, including beer or wine, if served at a function, is incidental and accessory to the primary hall functions.

"Bar/cocktail lounge/tavern"

means an establishment used primarily for the on-sale of general alcoholic beverages, including beer or wine, where food and/or entertainment are incidental to the sale of alcohol.

"Bona fide public eating place"

means a place which is regularly and in a bona fide manner used and kept open for the serving of meals on the premises for compensation and which has suitable kitchen facilities connected therewith containing conveniences for cooking an assortment of foods which may be required for ordinary meals, the kitchen of which shall be kept in a sanitary condition with the proper amount of refrigeration for keeping food on the premises and complying with all health laws and regulations.

"Convenience store"

means a store with less than 5,000 square feet of gross floor area primarily engaged in the retail sale of a limited range of household products including, but not limited to, dry goods, canned goods, dairy and other food products, and may include the off-sale of beer or wine.

"Gas station with mini-mart"

means an establishment that sells gasoline for motor vehicles in conjunction with a "convenience store."

"Grocery store"

means a store primarily engaged in the retail sale of a wide range of household products including, but not limited to, dry goods, canned goods, dairy products, fresh fruits and vegetables, fresh and prepared meats, fish and poultry and where the off-sale of alcohol, including beer or wine, by the establishment must be accessory to and incidental in proportion to the primary use of grocery sales. Grocery store includes a market and supermarket as long as fresh produce and meats are sold.

"Incidental sale or use"

means sale or use that is a minority portion or nonrequired ancillary aspect of a business either based on annual gross sales revenue or other factors (e.g., percentage of floor area devoted, nature, purpose and intention of the primary permitted use).

"Liquor store"

means a store primarily engaged in the off-sale of general alcohol, including beer, wine and distilled spirits, and where other items (e.g., dry goods and food products) may also be sold.

"Meal"

means the usual assortment of foods commonly ordered at various hours of the day; the service of food and victuals, (e.g., sandwiches and/or salads only), shall not be deemed in compliance with this requirement.

"Nightclub/discotheque"

means an establishment used primarily for dancing and entertainment purposes, where there is a 200 square foot minimum dance area and where the on-sale of general alcoholic beverages, including beer or wine, is conducted.

"Off-sale"

means a commercial establishment selling alcoholic beverages, including beer or wine, for consumption off the premises.

"On-sale"

means a commercial establishment serving alcoholic beverages, including beer or wine, for consumption on the premises.

"Premises"

means property, land, buildings, or separate leasable space, or any combination thereof, as determined by the Director.

(2)

Prohibited Establishments.

All alcohol sale establishments shall be expressly prohibited in the R-L Low-Density Residential Zone, the R-H Medium-Density Residential Zone, the R-H High-Density Residential Zone and the C-N Commercial-Neighborhood Zone.

Gas stations with mini-marts shall be expressly prohibited from the general off-sale of alcoholic beverages other than beer or wine.

(3)

Off-Sale Conditional Use Permits. In addition to those findings set forth in Chapter 2 Article 11 (Conditional Use Permits), the Commission may approve an application for an off-sale Conditional Use Permit only if it finds that applicant has met its burden of proof by clear and convincing evidence that the application complies with all of the following provisions:

Grocery Store. Bona fide grocery stores may be located in compliance with Table IV-5 (Allowed Land Uses), provided a Conditional Use Permit has been obtained according to the procedures and requirements of Chapter 2, Article 11 (Conditional Use Permits).

Convenience Store.

Convenience stores may be located in compliance with Table IV-5 (Allowed Land Uses), provided a Conditional Use Permit has been obtained in compliance with Chapter 2, Article 11 (Conditional Use Permits).

Convenience stores shall be at least 1,000 feet from any other convenience store, at least 600 feet from any school, park, religious organization or nightclub/discotheque, and at least 100 feet from any property located in the RL, RM, RH, or CN zoning districts as measured from one property line to the other.

Gas Station with Mini-Mart.

Gas stations with mini-marts may be located in compliance with Table IV-5 (Allowed Land Uses), provided a Conditional Use Permit has been obtained in compliance with Chapter 2, Article 11 (Conditional Use Permits).

The premises, including parking lots or parking areas, shall be at least 600 feet from any school, park, religious organization, other gas stations with mini-marts selling alcoholic beverages.

The expansion of existing gas stations with mini-marts shall be exempt from minimum distance requirements.

Liquor Store.

Liquor stores may be located in compliance with Figure IV-5 (Allowed Land Uses), provided a Conditional Use Permit has been obtained in compliance with Chapter 2, Article 11 (Conditional Use Permits).

The premises, including parking lots or parking areas, shall be at least 600 feet from the property line of any school, park, religious organization, nightclub/discotheque or other liquor store, and at least 100 feet from the nearest point of any property located in the RL, RM, RH, or CN zoning districts.

The total number of liquor stores allowed within the City at any one time shall be limited to one for each 3,000, or fraction thereof, inhabitants of the City. The total population of the City shall be determined by the most current published total available from the U.S. Census Bureau or the California State Department of Finance, whichever has been more recently updated.

(4)

On-Sale Conditional Use Permits.

Banquet/Conference Hall.

Banquet halls may be located in compliance with Table IV-5 (Allowed Land Uses), provided a Conditional Use Permit has been obtained in compliance with Chapter 2, Article 11 (Conditional Use Permits).

The premises, including parking lots or parking areas, shall be at least 200 feet from any school, park, religious organization, other banquet halls and the nearest point of any property located in the RL, RM, RH or CN zoning districts.

Bar/Cocktail Lounge/Tavern.

Bars/cocktail-lounges/taverns may be located in compliance with Table IV-5 (Allowed Land Uses), provided a Conditional Use Permit has been obtained in compliance with Chapter 2, Article 11 (Conditional Use Permits).

The premises, including parking lots or parking areas, shall be at least 300 feet from any school, park, religious organization, other bar/cocktail lounge/tavern and the nearest point of any property located in the RL, RM, RH, or CN zoning districts.

Bona Fide Public Eating Place. Bona fide public eating places may be located in compliance with Table IV-5 (Allowed Land Uses), provided a Conditional Use Permit has been obtained in compliance with Chapter 2, Article 11 (Conditional Use Permits).

Nightclub/Discotheque.

Nightclubs/discotheques may be located in compliance with Figure IV-5 (Allowed Land Uses), provided a Conditional Use Permit has been obtained according to the procedures and requirements of Chapter 2, Article 11 (Conditional Use Permits).

The premises, including parking lots or parking areas, shall be at least 300 feet from any school, park, religious organization, convenience store, liquor store and at least 200 feet from the nearest point of any property located in the RL, RM, RH or CN zoning districts.

(5)

Huntington Park Downtown Specific Plan (DTSP) Zone Exceptions. Within District A (Gateway) and District B (Festival) of the DTSP zoning district, there shall be no minimum distance requirements, between uses or other zones for the following uses: bona fide eating establishments, nightclubs/discotheques or banquet/conference halls; except as deemed necessary by the Commission in the granting of a Conditional Use Permit or by the Council in the event of an appeal.

(6)

Standard Control Measures. In addition to those conditions that the Commission or Council may otherwise impose as part of a Conditional Use Permit, all establishments that sell or serve alcoholic beverages shall be subject to the following conditions:

Establishments shall have notices posted on the premises to warn of deleterious effects of alcohol use or abuse. The notice standards shall be as follows:

All signs shall state, in both English and Spanish, the following: "NOTICE: ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION MAY BE HARMFUL TO HEALTH";

All signs shall be in clear view to any patrons or customers, as follows: signs shall be located within 40 feet of any seating area with a minimum of two square feet of sign area, or located within 20 feet of any seating area with a minimum of one square foot of sign area, and located within 10 feet of any point of purchase/pickup/service with a minimum of one square foot of sign area;

Letters shall be a minimum of two inches in height for signs two square feet or larger and a minimum of one inch in height for signs less than two square feet. Colors used shall promote easy visibility. All lettering shall be neatly, clearly and professionally printed and formatted;

A masonry wall shall be constructed around the parking area of any establishment at a height of not less than five feet nor more than six feet on the lot line abutting any residential zone or residential dwelling. The masonry wall shall be constructed and maintained in a manner to separate, buffer and protect the adjoining property from the establishment.

The exterior walls of any establishment shall be soundproofed sufficiently so that noise from the establishment shall not annoy or disturb surrounding residents or businesses adjacent to the premises. The Commission is hereby authorized to establish more specific noise standards in the event it determines that precise standards are necessary in the public interest and to avoid the creation of public or private nuisance.

Interior lighting of any establishment shall be provided so as to produce a minimum uniform intensity of three foot-candle power at a height of 36 inches above the floor.

Public telephones that permit incoming calls shall not be located on the premises of any establishment.

Electronic games, including video games, shall not be located on the premises of any off-sale establishment, except bona fide grocery stores with a minimum gross floor area of 10,000 square feet.

Exterior lighting of the parking area shall be installed to provide adequate lighting for patrons while not disturbing surrounding residential or commercial areas.

Litter and trash receptacles shall be located at convenient locations both inside and outside any establishment, and trash and debris shall be removed on a daily basis.

All graffiti shall be removed from the premises of any establishment within 24 hours of its discovery.

For Conditional Use Permit applications which are approved for any establishment based in part upon the fact that alcohol sales in the premises are incidental to the sale of other products, the owner or operator of the establishment shall, upon request of the Director, provide satisfactory evidence that the sale of alcohol has remained incidental to the sale of other products. The Director may request evidence at any time, but not more than once in a one-year period.

Within 30 days of approval of the Conditional Use Permit or upon a transfer of ownership of an existing establishment with an existing valid Conditional Use Permit, the applicant shall certify their acceptance of the conditions placed on the approval by signing a statement that they accept and shall be bound by all of the conditions.

Violation of, or noncompliance with, any of the conditions imposed in the granting of a Conditional Use Permit shall constitute grounds for revocation of the Conditional Use Permit for any establishment.

Expansion or enlargement of any establishment involving the sale or serving of alcoholic beverages shall be subject to the Conditional Use Permit approval process as a new application according to the procedures and requirements of Chapter 2, Article 11 (Conditional Use Permits).

Should any structure associated with alcohol sales or serving establishments be destroyed by any means to an extent of more than 50% of its replacement cost immediately prior to destruction, the establishment shall not be reconstructed except in compliance with the provisions of Chapter 3, Article 6 (Nonconforming Structures and Uses).

Alcoholic beverage stock or sales display areas shall be located within the establishment at the furthest point of travel from the store entrance, unless the display is located behind a staff controlled counter/cash register area.

Minimum off-sale container and package sale requirements for all establishments shall be as follows:

The sale of beer, malt liquor, stout, ale or similar alcoholic beverages shall not be permitted in single containers smaller than five gallons except in packages containing six or more individual cans or bottles of at least 10 ounces each;

The sale of wine, wine coolers, mixed spirits or other similar alcoholic beverages shall not be permitted in containers of less than 750 milliliters except in packages specifically designed and manufactured for multiple container sales and which packages shall in no case contain less than four individual bottles or cans of at least 10 ounces each;

The sale of wine or beer which exceeds 14% alcohol content by volume shall be expressly prohibited; and

The sale of alcoholic beverages containing more than 35% of alcohol by volume including, but not limited to, gin, vodka, whiskey, and other similar distilled spirits, shall not be permitted in containers of less than 16 ounces.

Video recordings shall be made of all alcohol sales transactions occurring at off-sale establishments, except bona fide grocery stores, and retained for not less than 30 days.

Any temporary window signs or other advertisements that relate to alcoholic beverage sales that are within four feet of the interior of a window or entrance and/or are visible from the exterior shall be in compliance with the following criteria:

There shall not be more than three poster-type signs and three neon-gas/lighted signs;

Window coverage/display area shall not exceed 25%;

Signs shall not exceed 25% of the total permitted sign area on the premises; and

Each individual sign/display shall not exceed six square feet in size.

The Commission may impose additional conditions upon any establishment as may be reasonable to avoid the creation of a public or private nuisance or the annoying or disturbing of surrounding residents or business in compliance with procedures and requirements of Chapter 2, Article 11 (Conditional Use Permits).

(7)

Optional Control Measures. In addition to standard control measure requirements or those that the Commission may otherwise impose, all off-sale and on-sale establishments may be subject to any of the conditions included within the standard conditions of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board.

(8)

Conditional Use Permit Administration and Nonconforming Abatement.

Revocation. In addition to the conditions justifying revocation under Chapter 2, Article 11 (Conditional Use Permits), any off-sale or on-sale Conditional Use Permit may be revoked upon violation of any law, upon violation of any conditions of approval, upon the revocation of the alcoholic license by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, or upon two suspensions of the alcoholic license by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control in any 12 month period.

Nonconforming Abatement. In addition to the provisions of Chapter 3 Article 6 (Nonconforming Structures and Uses), all nonconforming off-sale and on-sale establishments shall be required to conform with this section in compliance with the following:

Mailed notice shall be given to the owners of all nonconforming establishments within two years of the date of approval of this section;

Compliance with all applicable codes shall be completed within two years of the date of the mailed notice; and

There shall be no revocation or denial of a Conditional Use Permit of any existing legal nonconforming establishment based upon the inability of any legal nonconforming establishment to meet the minimum distance requirements nor due to its location in a zoning district where these uses are not currently allowed.

Table IV-7 ALCOHOL SALES ESTABLISHMENT STANDARDS
	District A (Gateway)	District B (Festival)	C-P	C-N	C-G	R-L	R-M	R-H	MPD	Minimum Distance Requirements
OFF-SALE¹
Grocery Store	x	x	x	x	x				x
Convenience Store	x	x	x		x				x	1,000′ from other convenience stores; 600′ from school, park, religious organization, discotheque/nightclub; 100′ from R-L, R-M, R-H, C-N
Gas Station with Mini-Mart³			x	x	x				x	600′ from school, park, religious organization, gas station with mini-mart
Liquor Store	x	x	x		x				x	600′ from school, park, religious organization, discotheque/nightclub, liquor store; 100′ from R-L, R-M, R-H, C-N
ON-SALE¹
Banquet/ Conference Hall	x²	x²	x		x				x	200′ from school, park, religious organization, banquet/conference hall; 200′ from R-L, R-M, R-H, C-N
Bar/Cocktail Lounge/Tavern	x	x	x		x				x	300′ from school, park, religious organization, bar/cocktail lounge/tavern; 300′ from R-L, R-M, R-H, C-N
Restaurant	x	x	x	x	x				x
Nightclub/ Discotheque	x²	x²	x		x				x	300′ from school, park, religious organization, liquor store; 200′ from R-L, R-M, R-H, C-N

Notes:
x	Zone where use is allowed.
1.	All alcohol sales establishments require a Conditional Use Permit in all allowable zones.
2.	Nightclub/discotheque, and banquet/conference hall facilities shall be exempt from minimum distance requirements in the District A (Gateway) and District B (Festival) of the DTSP.
3.	Expansion of existing gas stations with mini-marts shall be exempt from minimum distance requirements.

Amusement/Video Arcades.

(1)

Intent and Purpose.

The intent of this regulation is to provide a minimum standard of development for amusement centers in commercial areas to insure that the public welfare, morals, and conduct are maintained. Also, this regulation is designed to insure that amusement centers will be functionally related and compatible with adjacent commercial uses and that amusement centers will not be a detriment to noncommercial developments.

(2)

Definitions.

In addition to the definitions set forth in Article 1 of this chapter, for the purposes of this article, unless otherwise apparent from the context, certain words and phrases used in this article are defined as follows:

"Aisle"

means an area of passage to gain access to any video machine or similar device. Aisles shall be free to pedestrian flow and unobstructed.

"Mechanical amusement device"

means any machine, device or contrivance which is permitted to function by the insertion of a coin, slug, token, plate or disk. "Mechanical amusement device" shall not include or apply to coin-operated billiard tables, vending machines, shooting galleries, weighing machines, pony rides or any children's coin-operated rides, automatic or coin-operated music boxes, radios, televisions sets, jukeboxes, photograph and motion picture machines or similar device or operation.

(3)

Requirements for the Operation of Amusement Centers.

The Commission shall not grant any Conditional Use Permit for an amusement center unless the Commission shall find that:

The Commission is able to make the findings set forth in Section 9-3.2013 of this chapter.

The lot upon which such business is proposed to be located is classified in the CBD or C-G Zone.

Where machines are located along one side of an aisle, such aisle shall be a minimum sixty-six (66″) inches in width and shall be unobstructed. Where machines are located on both sides of any aisle, the aisle shall be not less than ninety (90″) inches in width and shall be unobstructed.

No amusement center shall be maintained or operated unless all positions of the interior of such amusement center, except the rest rooms thereof, are plainly visible from the outside of the building through unobstructed windows or glass doors. All windows and glass doors, which provide a view of the interior of the premises, shall remain unobstructed at all times. All entrances and interior areas shall be adequately lighted, and the lighting plan shall be approved by the Building Division prior to the commencement of such business.

Each amusement center having more than 19 machines shall provide a minimum of one toilet and lavatory facilities of each sex, which facilities shall be accessible to customers, employees, and business invitees.

No amusement center shall be open for business except between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. on Sunday through Thursday and between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 midnight on Friday and Saturday.

Amusement centers shall have at least one attendant during the hours of operation. Security guards and attendants shall first be subject to approval by the Police Chief and to a background check as required by the Police Chief. No such security guard or attendant shall be approved unless the Police Chief determines that such proposed security guard or attendant has not been convicted of any offense involving gambling or any offense against minors or against the public peace during the preceding five years.

The noise control conditions shall be as follows:

Wall Separations. The amusement center shall be separated from adjacent occupiable areas by a wall assembly extending from the floor to the roof, with a sound transmission class (STC) of at least 56 per American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) designations E-90 or E-336 and E-413.

Intrusive Noise. The operation of the amusement center shall be conducted in a manner so that the intrusive sound level in adjacent occupiable areas shall not exceed the following noise standards for the cumulative periods:

Noise Standard Which Shall Not Be Exceeded
Nature or Character of Intrusive Noise	Commercial Areas	Residential Areas
Cumulative period of 30 minutes in any hour	45dB(A)	40dB(A)
Cumulative period of 15 minutes in any hour	50	50
Cumulative period of 5 minutes in any hour	55	50
Cumulative period of 1 minute in any hour	60	55
Any time	65	60

Ambient Sound Levels. If the ambient sound level within the adjacent area exceeds the applicable standards for the cumulative period specified in subsection (2) of this subsection, the applicable standards for that period shall be the ambient sound level.

Pure or Impulsive Noise. If the source of noise emits a pure or impulsive noise, the noise standards for the applicable period shall be reduced by five decibels.

Measurement Period and Sound Level Meter. For the purposes of the enforcement of the provisions of this subsection, the sound level meter that satisfies the requirements of American National Standards Institute (ANSI) S1.4-1971 (or the most recent revision thereof), Type S2A meter, shall be any one hour period during the hours of operation of the amusement center.

Bicycle racks shall not be located in any required landscaped area, entrance, exit, walkway to a building driveway, within any legally required parking space, public way or in such a fashion as to obstruct any entrance to or exit from the premises.

No person shall enter, be or remain in any part of an amusement center while in the possession of, consuming, using or under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug. No licensee, manager or supervisory employee shall permit any such person to enter or remain upon such premises. Smoking and the sale of tobacco products on the premises shall be prohibited. A sign shall be posted inside the amusement center stating in letters at least two (2″) inches high: "NO SMOKING. NO CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES."

No amusement center may be located closer than 300 feet from a school, church or house of worship except in the CBD Zone, where there shall be no minimum distance requirement.

No conditional use permit for an amusement center shall be granted for a period longer than two years. No filing fee shall be required for a request for the renewal or continuation of the Conditional Use Permit.

The Commission, upon a showing a good cause, at the time it grants any Conditional Use Permit for an amusement center may modify or delete any condition otherwise required by this section if the Commission finds that such conditions imposes an undue hardship upon the applicant, and such requirement, as applied to his proposed business location, is unnecessary for the protection of the health, safety or welfare of the public, the patrons of the establishment, or surrounding residences or businesses. The commission may impose any additional conditions upon the granting of any such Conditional Use Permit which the Commission determines are necessary or desirable to effectuate the purposes set forth in this section.

After the commencement of business, amusement centers shall be subject to other conditions deemed necessary by the Planning Commission, Community Development Director and/or the Chief of Police.

Automobile Sales. Automobile sales dealerships, new and/or used, may be permitted in the C-G and MPD zoning districts, shall conform with the intent of this Code, and shall enhance and promote the image of the City. A Development Permit shall be required, and all dealerships shall be developed/operated in the following manner:

(1)

The minimum site area for a new dealership shall be 15,000 square feet;

(2)

All parts, accessories, etc., shall be stored within a fully enclosed structure;

(3)

Service and associated car storage areas shall be completely screened from public view;

(4)

All on-site lighting shall be energy efficient, stationary, and directed away from adjoining properties and public rights-of-way;

(5)

All landscaping shall be installed and permanently maintained in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 4 (Landscaping Standards);

(6)

All on-site signs shall be in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 12 (Sign Standards);

(7)

All loading and unloading of vehicles shall occur on-site and not in adjoining streets or alleys;

(8)

All vehicles associated with the business shall be parked or stored on-site and not in adjoining streets or alleys;

(9)

An adequate on-site queuing area for service customers shall be provided. Required parking spaces may not be counted as queuing spaces;

(10)

All vehicle service/repair work shall occur within a fully enclosed structure. Service bays with individual access from the exterior of the structure shall not directly face or front on a public right-of-way if located across the street from or within 100 feet of a residential zoning district/use;

(11)

Off-street parking requirements shall be established during project review to adequately accommodate all onsite uses including showroom, office, parts and service areas, as well as employee and customer parking; and

(12)

Every parcel with a structure shall have trash receptacle(s) on the premises in compliance with Section 9-3.103.

Automobile Service Centers/Automobile Repair Specialty Shops. Automobile service and repair centers may only be permitted in the C-G zoning district, are subject to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit, and shall be developed/operated in the following manner:

(1)

The minimum site area for a new service and/or repair center shall be 15,000 square feet;

(2)

The site shall be entirely paved, except for structures and landscaping, so that vehicles are not parked in a dirt or otherwise not fully improved area;

(3)

On-site lighting shall be energy efficient, stationary, and directed away from adjoining properties and public rights-of-way;

(4)

Landscaping shall be installed and permanently maintained in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 4 (Landscaping Standards);

(5)

On-site signs shall be in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 12 (Sign Standards);

(6)

Vehicles stored for more than five consecutive days shall be completely screened with a six (6′) foot-high solid masonry wall so as not to be visible from adjoining properties or public rights-of-way;

(7)

Service access shall be located at the rear or side of structure(s) and as far as possible from adjoining residential uses;

(8)

Repair/service activities and vehicle loading and unloading shall occur on-site and not in adjoining streets or alleys;

(9)

Service bays with individual access from the exterior of the structure shall not directly face or front on a public right-of-way if located across the street from or within 100 feet of a residential zoning district/use;

(10)

Every parcel with a structure shall have trash receptacle(s) on the premises in compliance with Section 9-3.103;

(11)

All vehicle service/repair work shall occur within a fully enclosed structure. Outdoor hoists shall be prohibited;

(12)

All repair facilities shall maintain closed windows when performing body and fender work, hammering, sanding, or other noise-generating activity. Exterior noise shall not exceed 65 dBA at the property line in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 5 (Noise Standards);

(13)

All on-site parking shall be in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 8 (Off-Street Parking Standards). A specific parking plan shall be developed as part of the permit review process;

(14)

No work shall be performed on vehicles between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday, and no work shall be performed on Sundays, if located within 300 feet of a residential zoning district/use, hospital or convalescent facility;

(15)

The premises shall be kept in a neat, clean and orderly condition at all times;

(16)

Service/repair centers shall receive used motor oil for subsequent recycling and removal, subject to the approval of the County Fire Department;

(17)

All discarded automotive parts or equipment or permanently disabled, junked or dismantled vehicles shall be removed from the premises in a timely manner; and

(18)

All hazardous materials resulting from the repair operation shall be properly stored and removed from the premises in a timely manner. Storage, use and removal of toxic substances, solid waste pollution, and flammable liquids, particularly gasoline, paints, solvents and thinners, shall be in compliance with all applicable local, State and Federal regulations.

Huntington Park Downtown Specific Plan (DTSP) Zoning District Standards. All development within the District A (Gateway) and District B (Festival) of the DTSP shall comply with the following specific development standards, in addition to those listed elsewhere in this article and those outlined in Chapter 3, Article 1 (Property Development Standards):

(1)

General/specialty retail sales activities are the only allowable uses permitted on the first/ground level. Specific characteristics of general/specialty retail uses may include, but are not limited to, the following:

The use is "unique";

The use utilizes window display(s);

The use is desired/needed by other businesses in the immediate neighborhood;

The use is a convenience to shoppers;

The use generates sales tax;

The use generates pedestrian activity;

The use has visual elements or activities that serve as an anchor to draw pedestrians to it or beyond;

The hours of operation are similar to those of neighboring retail uses; and

The use maintains the continuity of the commercial retail district.

(2)

General retail sales and professional office activities as well as multi-family residential development are permitted on all floors other than the ground level. Each of these uses may be situated as a single use or they may be combined into an appropriately designed mixed-use development;

(3)

Senior citizen housing (at a maximum density of 225 units per acre), single room occupancy permits and multi-family residential development (i.e., apartments and condominiums at a maximum density of 70 units per acre) are allowable uses provided they are located above the first/ground level;

(4)

Only new merchandise may be offered for sale within District A (Gateway) and District B (Festival) of the DTSP;

(5)

No parking facilities are permitted to be located along properties fronting Pacific Boulevard from the north side of Florence Avenue to the south side of Randolph Street;

(6)

All required parking shall be in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 8 (Off-Street Parking Standards). All residential developments within the DTSP shall be provided with private, secured parking;

(7)

All on-site signs shall be in compliance with the sign standards within the DTSP; and

(8)

Every parcel with a structure shall have trash receptacle(s) on the premises in compliance with Section 9-3.103.

Convenience Stores. The retail sales of groceries, staples, sundry items and/or alcoholic beverages within structures of less than 5,000 square feet of gross floor area are subject to the approval of a Development Permit and shall be developed/operated in the following manner:

(1)

The minimum site area for a new convenience store shall be 10,000 square feet;

(2)

The site shall have direct frontage along a major or secondary street;

(3)

One access drive may be permitted for each street frontage. The design and location of the access drive(s) shall be subject to the approval of the Director;

(4)

No convenience store shall be located less than 1,000 feet from an existing or previously approved convenience store, as measured from one property line to another;

(5)

All on-site lighting shall be energy efficient, stationary, and directed away from adjoining properties and public rights-of-way;

(6)

All landscaping shall be installed and permanently maintained in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 8 (Landscaping Standards);

(7)

All on-site signs shall be in compliance with Chapter 3 Article 12 (Sign Standards);

(8)

All on-site parking shall be in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 8 (Off-Street Parking Standards). A specific parking plan shall be developed as part of the permit review process;

(9)

The premises shall be kept in a neat, clean and orderly condition at all times;

(10)

Every parcel with a structure shall have trash receptacle(s) on the premises in compliance with Section 9-3.103;

(11)

If on-site dispensing of automotive fuels is provided, the design, location, and operation of these facilities shall be consistent with the provisions of subsection 9-4.203.N (Service Station Standards). Additionally, the cashier location shall provide direct visual access to the pump islands and the vehicles parked adjacent to the islands;

(12)

Each convenience store shall provide a minimum of one public, disabled-accessible restroom located within the store;

(13)

Public pay telephones provided on-site shall not be set up for incoming calls. Public telephones shall be featured with "call out" service only;

(14)

Up to four video games may be installed and operated on the premises;

(15)

The design of the convenience store and its construction materials shall be in compliance with the design guidelines contained in the General Plan; and

(16)

A convenience store adjacent to any residential zoning district/use shall have a six foot-high decorative masonry wall along all property lines adjacent to the district(s). The design of the wall and its construction materials shall be subject to the approval of the Director.

Drive-Thru Establishments. New drive-thru establishments are subject to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit, and shall be developed/operated in the following manner:

(1)

Pedestrian walkways should not intersect the drive-thru drive aisles, but where they do, they shall have clear visibility, and they shall be emphasized by enriched paving or striping;

(2)

Drive-thru aisles shall have a minimum 10 foot interior radius at curves and a minimum 12 foot width. Also, each entrance to an aisle and the direction of flow shall be clearly designated by signs/pavement marking(s) or raised curbs;

(3)

No driveway or drive-thru entrance/exit may be located closer than 50 feet to the end of a curb corner/return or closer than 20 feet to a common property line;

(4)

Each drive-thru aisle shall provide sufficient stacking/queuing area behind the ATM(s), menu board(s), service window, etc. to accommodate a minimum of six vehicles or 120 feet, whichever is greater, and shall also provide stacking/queuing area behind the order speaker to accommodate a minimum of one vehicle or 20 feet, whichever is greater;

(5)

Access to drive-thru aisle(s) shall be separated by at least 25 feet from any other driveways (i.e., access driveways to parking lots, alleys, etc.);

(6)

The provision of drive-thru service facilities shall not justify a reduction in the number of required off-street parking spaces;

(7)

Drive-thru aisles shall be constructed with (PCC) concrete, or other approved decorative material;

(8)

All service areas, rest rooms and ground-mounted and roof-mounted mechanical equipment shall be screened from public view;

(9)

Landscaping shall screen drive-thru or drive-in aisles from any public rights-of-way or residential zoning district or use, and shall be used to minimize the visual impact of menu boards and/or directional signs;

(10)

Menu boards shall not exceed 24 square feet in area, with a maximum height of six feet, and shall face away from public rights-of-way. Outdoor speakers shall be located at least 50 feet from any residential zoning district/use; this distance may be reduced if the Director of Community Development determines that sufficient noise and light impact mitigation measures are employed;

(11)

Pick-up windows, order areas, drive-thru aisles, and any outdoor seating areas shall be oriented so as to minimize potential noise impacts to adjacent residential zoning districts/uses;

(12)

Drive-thru facilities within an integrated shopping center shall have an architectural style consistent with the theme established in the center. The architecture of any drive-thru facility shall provide compatibility with surrounding uses in terms of form, materials, color, scale, etc. Structure plans shall have variation in depth and angle to create variety and interest in its basic form and silhouette. Articulation of structure surface shall be encouraged through the use of openings and recesses that create texture and shadow patterns. Structure entrances shall be well articulated and project a formal entrance through variation of architectural plane, pavement surface treatment, and landscape plaza(s);

(13)

The premises shall be kept in a neat, clean and orderly condition at all times;

(14)

Every parcel with a structure shall have trash receptacle(s) on the premises in compliance with Section 9-3.103;

(15)

A six foot-high solid decorative masonry wall shall be constructed on each property line that is adjacent to a residential zoning district/use. The design of the wall and the proposed construction materials shall be subject to the approval of the Director. The Commission may require walls that are greater than six feet in height and/or designed for improved sound buffering;

(16)

Prior to initiating business operations, the volume (noise level) of the order speaker(s) shall be certified by an acoustical engineer not to exceed 60 decibels at the property lines when abutting a residentially zoned property; and

(17)

Drive-thru establishments must be operated in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 5 (Noise Standards).

Strip Centers. Strip Centers (small scale, up to 15,000 square feet, multi-tenant shopping centers) are subject to the approval of a Development Permit and shall be developed/operated in the following manner:

(1)

All development and operational standards outlined in Section 9-4.203(F) (Convenience Stores), (except for item numbers 4 and 13) shall apply to mini-malls;

(2)

The development shall provide internal continuity, uniformity, and compatibility relating to architectural design, vehicular and pedestrian access, and on-site provisions for landscaping, loading, parking, and signs;

(3)

To the extent feasible, the on-site vehicular circulation system shall provide continuity with adjacent and similar commercial developments;

(4)

No outdoor displays or sale of merchandise shall be permitted. However, limited outdoor sales may be allowed subject to the approval of a Special Event Permit in compliance with Chapter 2, Article 5; and

(5)

Every parcel with a structure shall have trash receptacle(s) on the premises in compliance with Section 9-3.103.

Mixed Use Projects. The development of mixed use projects can present unique design issues not encountered in more conventional single use (i.e., all commercial) projects. The primary design issue related to mixed use projects is the need to successfully balance the requirements of residential uses (i.e., the need for privacy, security, amenities, natural lighting, etc.) with the needs of commercial uses for access visibility, parking, loading and possibly extended hours of operation.

Mixed use projects may be eligible for increased height or density (FAR) under the provisions of Chapter 3, Article 2 (Bonus Development).

Mixed use projects are subject to approval of a Conditional Use Permit and shall be developed/operated in the following manner:

(1)

Mixed use projects that provide commercial space on the ground floor with residential units above (vertical mix) are encouraged;

(2)

The maximum number of dwelling units shall be based on the following densities:

Senior citizen housing: 225 units per gross acre; and

Multi-family, condominiums and single room occupancy projects: 70 units per gross acre;

(3)

Access to residential units shall be from a central lobby which may be located on the first/ground level or one story above. Lobby access shall be restricted to residents only;

(4)

All roof-mounted equipment shall be screened in compliance with the requirements of Section 9-3.103, Subsection 17 (Screening). Special consideration shall be given to the location and screening of noise generating equipment (i.e., refrigeration units, air conditioning and exhaust fans). Noise reducing screens and insulation may be required if any equipment has the potential to create a negative impact on residential uses;

(5)

Separate access drives and parking facilities shall be provided for residential uses and commercial uses except that residential visitor parking and commercial parking may be shared subject to the approval of the Director;

(6)

Resident parking areas shall be provided with security gates;

(7)

Commercial loading areas and trash/recyclable material storage facilities shall be located as far as possible from residential units and should be completely screened from view from the residential portion of the project; and

(8)

Lighting for the commercial uses shall be appropriately shielded so as not to spill over into the residential area or impact the residential units in any way.

Multi-Tenant Merchandise Mart. Multiple tenant merchandise marts are subject to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit in the C-G and MPD zoning districts and shall be constructed and operated in the following manner:

(1)

The minimum floor area of a building utilized for a multiple tenant merchandise mart shall be 10,000 square feet;

(2)

The minimum average size of a tenant stall shall be 200 square feet. A maximum of the lesser of either 25 stalls or 10% of the total stall spaces may be allowed to have a floor area of not less than 100 square feet. The minimum dimension of any stall shall not be less than 10 feet measured along any side;

(3)

The lot upon which the mart is to be located shall have frontage on at least one of the following major arterials/streets/highways: Slauson Avenue, Florence Avenue, Santa Fe Avenue, Soto Street (north of Slauson Avenue), Alameda Street, Wilmington Avenue or Gage Avenue (west of Alameda Street);

(4)

Tenant spaces shall be maintained as designated on a floor plan, approved as part of the Conditional Use Permit, which specifically identifies the dimensions and locations of all walls, partitions, counters, cabinets, aisles and other physical features of the mart's interior;

(5)

All permanent stall spaces shall have permanently oriented fixtures and furniture, similar to those found in large fashion malls. There shall be no folding tables or residential lawn furniture used in any stall space operation;

(6)

Each tenant space shall be partitioned on at least three sides (at least two sides for corner stalls) using wood or metal stud walls, taped drywall, textured and painted. The Commission may approve other materials if the applicant can demonstrate that they are of equal durability and permanence and will present a quality appearance;

(7)

Partition walls shall be a minimum of six feet in height and secured permanently to the floor;

(8)

Roll-up metal security grilles of anodized aluminum shall be provided for each tenant stall. The same security grille system shall be used throughout the mart. Scissor-type security gates shall not be allowed;

(9)

Each tenant space shall be provided with at least two electrical outlets;

(10)

Aisles providing access to tenant stalls and other public areas shall be a minimum of eight feet wide or as required by the Planning and/or Building Department. Aisles shall provide for continuous circulation with no dead-ends and shall be laid out in a straightforward manner so as not to be confusing;

(11)

A minimum of two public, handicapped accessible restrooms (one for males, one for females) shall be provided;

(12)

City business licenses and State Board of Equalization seller permits shall be obtained by each tenant operating a stall space;

(13)

No loudspeaker or other sound equipment shall be used on the premises that can be heard from any areas outside the building;

(14)

No merchandise or obstruction shall be located outside permanent stall spaces or outside the building;

(15)

The floor areas of all tenant spaces, except for food spaces, shall be covered with a single color and type of high-grade tile or carpeting, or other durable floor covering, subject to approval by the Director;

(16)

Trash enclosure(s) shall be provided. The receptacle(s) shall be screened from view on at least three sides by a solid wall 6 feet in height and on the fourth side by a solid metal gate not less than five feet in height. The gate shall be maintained in good working order and shall remain closed except when in use. Appropriate size commercial trash bins shall be used and shall be kept within the enclosure except during trash pick-up. The design of the wall and gate shall be architecturally compatible with the surrounding structures and subject to the approval of the Director;

(17)

No adult business, as defined by Section 9-1.203, shall be permitted;

(18)

All sales shall be retail (no wholesale) and conducted only within permanent stall spaces located within the building;

(19)

Additional conditions or minor modifications to the conditions herein may be imposed by the Commission as necessary in order to implement the general intent of this section; and

(20)

Security personnel shall be provided during the hours of operation.

Multiple Tenants Within a Single Retail Establishment.

(1)

A multiple tenant retail establishment. Multiple tenant retail establishments with a maximum of three businesses within one tenant space or suite shall comply with the following standards:

There shall not be more than three business licenses issued within one retail tenant space or suite, based upon one additional license for every 1,500 square feet of retailing floor area.

A tenant space with up to 1,500 square feet of retail space shall be allowed one business license.

A tenant space between 1,501 square feet and 3,000 square feet of retail space shall be allowed a maximum of two business licenses.

A tenant space with greater than 3,000 square feet of retail space shall be allowed a maximum of three business licenses.

Non-retail areas (e.g., storage, restrooms, offices, etc.) shall not be counted in the ratio.

Any secondary tenant shall offer complimentary or compatible products as determined by the Director of Community Development and the decision shall be appealable to the Planning Commission.

Each tenant shall provide clear access from an entrance adjacent to a public right-of-way.

Each tenant must occupy a minimum of 400 square feet of floor space. Non-retail areas (e.g., storage, restrooms, offices, etc.) shall not be counted as part of the 400 square feet.

All signage requirements as prescribed in the Zoning Code Chapter 3, Article 12 (Sign Standards) shall apply regardless of the number of tenant businesses at any location.

A Development Permit shall be approved by the Community Development Department prior to zoning use approval and license issuance.

(2)

A multiple tenant office establishment. A multiple tenant office establishment with a maximum of three businesses within one tenant space or suite shall comply with the following standards:

There shall not be more than three business licenses issued within one office tenant space or suite, based upon one additional license for every 400 square feet of office floor area.

A tenant space with up to 400 square feet of office space shall be allowed one business license.

A tenant space between 401 square feet and 800 square feet of office space shall be allowed a maximum of two business licenses.

A tenant space with greater than 800 square feet of retail space shall be allowed a maximum of three business licenses.

Common areas (e.g., storage, restrooms, lobby, etc.) shall not be counted in the ratio.

Any secondary tenant shall offer complimentary or compatible products or services as determined by the Director of Community Development and the decision shall be appealable to the Planning Commission.

Each tenant shall provide clear access from an entrance adjacent to a public right-of-way.

Each tenant must occupy a minimum of 200 square feet of floor space. Common areas (e.g., storage, restrooms, lobby, etc.) shall not be counted as part of the 200 square feet.

All signage requirements as prescribed in the Zoning Code Chapter 3, Article 12 (Sign Standards) shall apply regardless of the number of tenant businesses at any location.

A Development Permit shall be approved by the Community Development Department prior to zoning use approval and license issuance.

Recycling Facilities. Development standards governing recycling facilities are outlined in Chapter 3, Article 10.

Senior Citizen Housing Standards. Development standards governing senior citizen/congregate care housing facilities are outlined in Chapter 3, Article 11.

Service Station Standards. Service stations are subject to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit and shall be located/developed/operated in the following manner:

(1)

New service stations shall be permitted only at the intersections of major and secondary arterials. A maximum of two service stations shall be permitted at each intersection. The use shall not adjoin a residential zoning district/use;

(2)

The minimum site area for new service stations shall be 15,000 square feet, with a minimum street frontage of 100 feet;

(3)

All activities and operations shall be conducted entirely within an enclosed structure, except as follows:

The dispensing of petroleum products, water and air from pump islands;

The provision of emergency service of a minor nature; and

The sale of items via vending machines which shall be placed next to the main structure in a designated area not to exceed 32 square feet, and which shall be screened from public view;

(4)

Pump islands shall be located a minimum of 20 feet from a street property line, however, a canopy or roof structure over a pump island may encroach up to 10 feet within this distance. Additionally, the cashier location shall provide direct visual access to the pump islands and the vehicles parked adjacent to the islands;

(5)

There shall not be more than two vehicular access points to any one street;

(6)

There shall be a minimum distance of 30 feet between curb cuts along a street frontage;

(7)

No driveway may be located closer than 50 feet to the end of a curb corner/return nor closer than 20 feet to a common property line;

(8)

The width of a driveway may not exceed 30 feet, measured at the sidewalk;

(9)

Outside storage of motor vehicles is prohibited within public view and/or within on-site parking areas;

(10)

No vehicles may be parked on sidewalks, parkways, driveways or alleys;

(11)

No vehicle may be parked on the premises for the purpose of offering same for sale;

(12)

All light sources, including canopy, perimeter and flood shall be energy efficient, stationary and shielded or recessed within the roof canopy so that the service station shall be indirectly visible and all light is directed away from adjacent properties and public rights-of-way. Lighting shall not be of a high intensity as to cause a traffic hazard or adversely affect adjoining properties. No luminaire shall be higher than 15 feet above finished grade;

(13)

Landscaping shall comprise a minimum of 10% of the service station site area, exclusive of required setbacks, and shall be provided and permanently maintained in compliance with the following regulations, as well as those outlined in Chapter 3, Article 4 (Landscaping Standards):

A minimum five foot wide (inside dimension) and six inch high curbed planter area shall be provided along interior property lines, except for openings to facilitate vehicular circulation to adjacent properties. Where adjacent to a periphery wall, 24 inch box trees planted not more than 16 feet apart shall be included in the planter areas;

An on-site planter area of not less than 200 square feet shall be provided at the corner of two intersecting streets. Landscaping shall not exceed a height of 36 inches at this location, with the exception of trees provided that sight visibility is unobstructed;

A minimum of 50 square feet of planter area shall be located along each portion of the main structure fronting on a public right-of-way; and

Additional landscaping may be required by the Review Authority to provide screening for adjacent properties;

(14)

All on-site signs shall be in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 12 (Sign Standards);

(15)

(16)

No used or discarded automotive parts or equipment, or disabled, junked, or wrecked vehicles may be located in any open area outside the main structure;

(17)

The premises shall be kept in a neat, clean, and orderly condition at all times;

(18)

Every parcel with a structure shall have trash receptacle(s) on the premises in compliance with Section 9-3.103;

(19)

Where an existing service station adjoins property in a residential zoning district/use, a six foot-high decorative masonry wall shall be constructed at the time the station requires a permit for the on-site improvement/modification. Materials, textures, colors and design of the wall shall be compatible with on-site development and adjoining properties and shall be subject to the approval of the Director. When the wall reaches the established front-yard setback line of a residentially zoned parcel abutting or directly across an alley from the service station, it shall decrease to a height of 30 inches. Height exceptions shall only be approved by the Director for special or unusual security reasons and the additional height shall be of a decorative, "see-through" type, as approved by the Director;

(20)

Restroom entrances otherwise viewable from adjacent properties or public rights-of-way shall be concealed from view by planters or decorative screening;

(21)

Noise from bells or loudspeakers shall not exceed 65 dBA at the property line at any time and/or shall not be audible from a residentially zoned/occupied parcel between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. on weekdays and Saturdays, and before 10:00 a.m. and after 7:00 p.m. on Sundays, in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 5 (Noise Standards);

(22)

All parking, loading, circulation aisles and pump island areas shall be constructed with (PCC) concrete; and

(23)

Service stations shall receive used motor oil for subsequent recycling and removal, subject to the approval of the County Fire Department.

Service Station Conversions. A structure originally constructed as a service station and which is proposed for conversion to another allowable use shall require approval of a Development Permit, and shall include upgrading and remodeling which may include, but is not limited to, the removal of all gasoline appurtenances (i.e., canopies, overhead doors, pump islands, underground tanks, etc.), additional landscaping standards as required by Chapter 3, Article 4 (Landscaping Standards), additional street improvements or modification of existing improvements to conform to access regulations and exterior remodeling.

Single Room Occupancy (SROs). Development standards governing single room occupancy (SROs) facilities are outlined in Chapter 3, Article 13.

Tattoo Parlors. Tattoo parlors, including body piercing establishments, are allowed subject to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit and subject to the following standards:

(1)

Patrons shall be a minimum of 18 years of age.

(2)

Business operating hours shall be limited to between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 midnight.

(3)

The consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages on the premises is prohibited.

(4)

Restrooms shall be provided within the business location for customer use.

(5)

A customer waiting area shall be provided separate from other areas of the facility.

(6)

Signs shall be limited to the name of the business only and no signs or displays depicting services or products offered shall be displayed within three feet of any window.

(7)

Operators shall comply with all State and local health regulations pertaining to the operation of tattoo parlors.

Vending Machines. Unattended/automatic vending machines are allowed subject to the approval of a Minor Conditional Use Permit subject to the following standards:

(1)

Vending machines are allowed as an accessory use to any primary use except single-family residential.

(2)

The preferred location for vending machines is within an enclosed building. If located on the exterior of a building, vending machines shall be located adjacent to the main building and in locations that do not block windows or doors, restrict vehicle or pedestrian movement, restrict existing parking or loading spaces or restrict lines of sight.

(3)

Vending machines may be internally or externally illuminated. For security purposes, the area within 10 feet of a vending machine shall be illuminated with a minimum of two footcandles of illumination measured at the finished grade. Lighting sources shall be shielded and located in a manner that does not impact adjacent properties.

(4)

Vending machines shall comply with Sections 114200 through 114245 of the State Health and Safety Code.

Cyber Cafés.

(1)

Definition. "Cyber cafés," also known as "personal computer arcades," "cyber arcades," "internet cafés," and "cyber centers," are defined as network gaming centers with six or more stations that provide the space, equipment and technology to provide multi-player personal computer or similar games and services available to customers/patrons for a fee. These centers also provide computer or other similar game systems on a rental basis for internet access, computer and other games and word processing.

(2)

Intent and Purpose. The intent of this regulation is to provide minimum standards for the development and/or the establishment of cyber cafés in commercial areas, and to ensure that the public health, safety and welfare are maintained. These regulations are also designed to ensure that cyber cafés will be functionally related and compatible with surrounding commercial uses, and that cyber cafés will not be a detriment to surrounding uses.

(3)

Requirements for the Operation of Cyber Cafés. A Development Permit is required to establish/operate a cyber café in accordance with Chapter 2, Article 10 of Title 9 of this Code. The Planning Commission shall not approve a Development Permit for a cyber café unless all of the following standards are met:

The Commission is able to make the findings set forth in Section 9-2.1007 of this Code.

The lot upon which such business is proposed to be located is classified in District A (Gateway) or District B (Festival) of the DTSP.

Hours of operation shall be from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Sundays through Thursdays and 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. (midnight) on Fridays and Saturdays. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian after 10:00 p.m. Additionally, minors may not enter the establishment before 3:00 p.m. on school days, unless documentation is provided by the minor, which proves that the minor's school is currently not in session. Notice of the above-stated prohibitions relating to the presence of minors shall be posted by the owner/operator at the entrance in lettering of at least two inches in size.

If criminal activity occurs, including, but not limited to, assaults, gang-related activity, weapons offenses, disturbances, and/or juvenile related crime including truancy, at any cyber café establishment, then the owner may be required to provide a California licensed uniformed security guard(s) to be on the premises at all times the establishment is open for business if required by the Police Chief. Security guards shall first be subject to approval by the Police Chief and to a background check as required by the Police Chief. No such security guard shall be approved unless the Police Chief determines that such proposed security guard or attendant has not been convicted of any offense involving gambling or any offense against minors or against the public peace during the preceding five years. Additionally, should a criminal incident occur, the owner may be required to provide a security plan to address any public safety concerns arising from the business. Such security plan shall be approved by the Police Department.

The parking requirement for cyber cafés shall be one parking space for every 300 square feet of gross floor area.

There shall be a 25% maximum window sign coverage area for each individual window. Such window signs shall require sign design review approval by the Planning Division.

A public restroom shall be made available for customer use within the establishment at all times during hours of operation.

All computer work stations shall be open, without physical partitions or dividers between stations. There shall be no stations within any type of enclosed or semi-enclosed booth type of arrangement.

No unlawful gambling shall be permitted within the establishment at any time.

All entrances and interior areas shall be adequately illuminated, and the lighting plan shall be approved by the Building Division prior to the commencement of such business.

Any bicycle racks proposed in association with a cyber café shall require location and design approval by the Planning Division prior to installation.

No person shall enter, be or remain in any part of a cyber café while in the possession of, consuming, using or under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or illegal substance. No licensee, manager or supervisory employee shall permit any such person to enter or remain in the establishment. Smoking and the sale of tobacco products on the premises shall be prohibited. A sign shall be posted inside the cyber café stating in letters at least two inches high: "NO SMOKING. NO CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES."

"No loitering" signs shall be posted at the front and rear of the business as approved by the Community Development Director.

Occupancy shall not exceed the standards of the Uniform Building Code and the Los Angeles County Fire Code, and the maximum occupancy load shall be posted at the main entrance.

The owner shall submit and receive approval of a fire exit plan from the City's Building Division and the Los Angeles County Fire Department. The plan shall address all exiting requirements of the Uniform Building Code and Los Angeles County Fire Code. This includes, but is not limited to, providing an existing plan showing equipment location, aisle locations and dimension widths, and having approved exit doors and panic hardware.

The operation of the cyber café shall be conducted in a manner so that any noise-generating device producing or reproducing of sound between 10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m., which exceeds the noise limit of 65 dBA established by the General Plan at the property line, shall be a violation of this section.

Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of the ordinance codified in subsection 9-4.203(S) is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of the subsection. The city council hereby declares that it would have adopted the ordinance codified in subsection 9-4.203(S) and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, phrases or portions be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

Check Cashing/Currency Exchange/Money Advance/Money Transfer Uses.

(1)

Definitions.

"Check cashing"

is defined as a person or entity that, for compensation, engages in whole or in part in the business of cashing checks, warrants, drafts, money orders, or other commercial paper serving the same purpose. "Check cashing" also includes the business of deferred deposits whereby the check casher refrains from depositing a personal check written by a customer until a specific date. "Check cashing" does not include a state or federally chartered bank, savings association, credit union, industrial loan company or a retail seller engaged primarily in the business of selling consumer goods, such as consumables to retail buyers, which also incidentally cashes checks or issues money orders for a minimum flat fee as an added service to customers.

"Conspicuously post"

means placed in plain public view in such a location and in such a way and of such form and size and typeface that any person seeking the services of a licensee could clearly and easily see and read the contents of the posted notices.

"Currency exchange"

is defined as the trading of one currency for another.

"Money advance,"

also known as "payday advance," "paycheck advance," "deferred deposit," and "cash advance," are defined as short-term (less than 11 months) loans of less than $2,000.

"Money transfer," also known as "wire transfer,"

is defined as a transfer of funds from one entity to another through a bank account transfer or by a transfer of cash at a cash office.

(2)

Intent and Purpose.

The intent of this regulation is to provide minimum standards for the development and/or the establishment of check cashing, currency exchange, money advance, and money transfer uses in the General Commercial (C-G), Neighborhood Commercial (C-N) and DTSP Zones, and to ensure that the public health, safety and welfare are maintained. These regulations are also designed to ensure that these uses are functionally related and compatible with surrounding commercial uses without being detrimental to surrounding uses.

(3)

Operational Requirements.

Check cashing, currency exchange, money advance and money transfer uses are subject to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit in accordance with Chapter 2, Article 11 of Title 9 of the Huntington Park Municipal Code and shall be located, developed and operated in the following manner:

New check cashing, currency exchange, money advance and money transfer uses shall be located not less than 1,000 feet from another check cashing, currency exchange, money advance and money transfer use, as measured from one property line to another.

New check cashing, currency exchange, money advance and money transfer uses shall be a minimum of 500 feet, as measured from one property line to another, from the following legally established and operating uses:

Schools;

Parks;

Religious organizations;

State or Federally chartered banks, savings associations, credit unions, or other financial institutions;

Commercial establishments serving alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises, excluding full service restaurants; and

Commercial establishments selling alcoholic beverages for consumption off the premises.

(4)

Check cashing, currency exchange, money advance and money transfer uses shall comply with the following performance standards:

A lighting plan shall be submitted for the review and approval of the Planning Division and shall be installed prior to issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy. Exterior lighting shall be provided on all frontages. Such lighting shall be designed to illuminate persons standing outside such that they can be identified from a distance of 50 feet. Exterior lighting shall be designed so as not to cast glare off-site.

Storefronts shall have glass or transparent glazing in the windows and doors. No more than 10% of any window or door area shall be covered by signs, banners, or opaque coverings of any kind so that law enforcement personnel is provided with a clear view of the entire public area in the premises from the public sidewalk.

The days and hours of operation shall be no earlier than 7:00 a.m. or later than 7:00 p.m., unless the provisions of subsection (4)(d) are met. Patrons shall be discouraged from loitering prior to, during and/or after the hours of operation.

Check cashing, currency exchange, money advance and money transfer uses that wish to stay open beyond 7:00 p.m., as provided in subsection (4)(c), have in operation video cameras covering all internal and external locations of the business.

The operator shall continuously and conspicuously post the following:

A complete, detailed, and unambiguous schedule of fees charged for services;

A list of acceptable identification; and

The business license.

"No loitering" signs shall be installed and maintained where they will be most visible to pedestrians on each side of the building in which the use is located, including, but not limited to, street frontages and parking lots. The number, design, location, size and text of the signs shall be subject to Planning Division and Huntington Park Police Department review and approval. The signs shall be installed prior to issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy.

No exterior pay telephones shall be permitted.

(§ 1, Ord. 666-NS, eff. September 15, 2001, as amended by § 1 Ord. 713-NS, eff. November 20, 2003, § 1, Ord. 731-NS, eff. July 21, 2004, § 3, Ord. 808-NS, eff. September 5, 2007, § 3, Ord. 817-NS, eff. November 1, 2007, § 1, Ord. 828-NS, eff. September 4, 2008, § 2, Ord. 830-NS, eff. November 6, 2008, §§ 2, 3, Ord. 853-NS, eff. June 17, 2010, § 2, Ord. 873-NS, eff. October 19, 2011, §§ 2—4, Ord. 884-NS, eff. May 2, 2012, §§ 1—3, Ord. 931-NS, eff. August 20, 2014, § 3, Ord. 2017-958, eff. August 17, 2017, and § 10, Ord. 2019-978, eff. September 5, 2019)

§ 9-4.204 Applicable regulations.

All uses shall be subject to the applicable regulations of this Code, including provisions located in the following Chapters and Article:

1.	Article 11 of Chapter 2	Conditional Use Permits
2.	Article 4 of Chapter 3	Landscaping Standards
3.	Article 8 of Chapter 2	Minor Conditional Use Permits
4.	Article 7 of Chapter 2	Minor Variances
5.	Article 8 of Chapter 3	Off-Street Loading Standards
6.	Article 8 of Chapter 3	Off-Street Parking Standards
7.	Article 10 of Chapter 2	Development Permits
8.	Article 12 of Chapter 3	Sign Standards
9.	Article 14 of Chapter 2	Special Event Permits
10.	Article 9 of Chapter 2	Variances
11.	Chapter 3	General Regulations

(§ 1, Ord. 666-NS, eff. September 15, 2001)

§ 9-4.301 Purpose.

The purpose of the MPD zoning district is to provide for service commercial, business and industrial uses, while achieving the following:

Provide a major economic base with employment concentrations generally served by arterial streets/roadways and freeways, in a manner consistent with the General Plan;

Provide adequate space to meet the needs of industrial development, including off-street parking and loading;

Minimize traffic congestion and avoid the overloading of utilities;

Protect adjacent areas from excessive illumination, noise, odor, smoke, unsightliness and other objectionable influences; and

Promote high standards of site planning, architecture and landscape design for industrial developments within the City in compliance with the design guidelines contained within the General Plan.

(§ 1, Ord. 898-NS, eff. July 18, 2012)

§ 9-4.302 Allowed uses.

Any use designated as "Permitted" by the following list shall comply with the provisions of this Code. Any permitted use which will occupy an existing structure (with no structural alteration/enlargement) shall comply with the operational standards contained in this article as well as Article III (General Regulations). Additionally, any permitted use which will occupy an existing structure that is to be altered, enlarged, or requires construction of a new structure(s) shall require the approval of a Development Permit in compliance with Chapter 2, Article 10.

The following list of Allowed Land Uses, Table IV-8, establishes the primary land uses in the MPD zoning district which are Permitted (P) or subject to a Development Permit (D) or a Conditional Use Permit (C). In accordance with Section 9-1.106, uses that are not listed shall be expressly prohibited, unless the Director determines the use to be similar in nature and class to other uses listed.

For the purpose of this article, the following definitions shall apply:

"Heavy industrial/manufacturing"

means activities which, by virtue of size, intensity, number of employees or the nature of the operation, have the potential to create significant impacts by reason of dust, glare, heat, noise, noxious gases, odor, smoke, traffic, vibration or other impacts, or hazardous by way of materials, process, product or wastes and when conducted within/outside of an enclosed structure(s) (with active/passive out-door screened storage areas allowed).

"Light industrial/manufacturing"

means activities which, by virtue of size, intensity, number of employees or the nature of the operation, would not likely create significant impacts by reason of dust, glare, heat, noise, noxious gases, odor, smoke, traffic, vibration or other impacts, or hazardous by way of materials, process, product or wastes and only when conducted within an enclosed structure(s) (with only passive outdoor screened storage areas allowed).

Table IV-8 ALLOWED LAND USES
P = Permitted D = Development Permit C = Conditional Use Permit
LAND USE ACTIVITY	MPD	NOTES
Manufacturing:
Light manufacturing and assembly	P	Includes "light industrial/manufacturing uses" not otherwise listed in this table such as jewelry, toys, clocks, musical instruments, optical goods (non-hazardous items)
Heavy manufacturing and assembly	C*	Includes "heavy industrial/manufacturing uses" not otherwise listed in this table such as uses involving potentially toxic, hazardous and flammable items
Aluminum, sheet metal, steel, iron	C*	Includes foundries
Appliances and electronics (assembly only)	P	Includes electrical and related parts, appliances, devices, engines, motors, televisions, radios, computers
Appliances and electronics (manufacturing only)	C*	Includes electrical and related parts, appliances, devices, engines, motors, televisions, radios, computers
Clothing, shoes, textiles, leather	P	Includes garments, drapery, bedding, awnings, rope, baskets, linens and similar products
Ceramics and stone	C	Includes pottery, statuary, granite, tile, marble-cutting, edging and finishing
Concrete	C*	Includes blocks, brick, gravel, rock, cement products
Cosmetics and pharmaceutical	C
Furniture (manufacturing only)	C*	Includes home furnishing, cabinetry and furniture restoration
Glass	P	Includes cutting, blowing, beveling, edging and silvering
Ink and paint	C	Includes polish, putty, enamel lacquer, polyurethane, ethylene glycol
Instruments	P	Includes electronic, musical, medical and dental tools, precision, measuring and scientific equipment
Machinery	C*
Pallet manufacturing and storage	C*	No outdoor storage or stacking of pallets or associated materials
Petroleum	C*	Includes petroleum based cleaning products, tar, asphalt. Oil refining not allowed
Plastic	C*	Includes fiberglass, cellophane and cellulose
Rubber processing	P*	Raw rubber melting not allowed
Signs	P	Includes neon signs
Food and Beverage Processing:
Bakery (manufacturing and distributing)	P
Brewery	C
Candy, confectioneries, ice cream manufacturing and distributing	P
Dairy products manufacturing and distribution	C
Fruit and vegetable juices and soft drink manufacturing and distributing	P
Fruit and vegetable cleaning, canning, packing, processing and distributing	P
Meat processing and distributing	C*	Includes meat, poultry and seafood. Slaughtering not allowed
All other food processing and distributing	P
Sales, Services and Repairs:
Appliance and electronic repairs and service	P	Includes jewelry, clocks and other household goods repairs
Animal/pet sales	P	Includes grooming, feed and supplies
Animal hospitals	C	Includes veterinary clinics
Animal kennels	C*	For domestic animals only
Auction sales	C*
Carpet and rug cleaning	P*
Catering services	C	Includes commercial kitchens and commissaries
Convenience stores	D	Alcohol sales require a Conditional Use Permit in compliance with Table IV-7
Dyeing	C*
Laundry and dry cleaning plants	P*	Includes linen, towels, uniforms cleaning
Linen and towel supply	P*	Includes wholesale and mobile service
Machine shops	P*	Includes tool repairs
Multiple tenant merchandise marts	C*	Includes indoor or outdoor swap meets
Packaging and parcel service	P*	Includes delivery service
Pest control operators and service	P*	Includes fumigation services
Pool maintenance services	C*	Includes on-site storage of tanks containing pool chemicals
Printing and publishing	P	Includes photographic and reproduction activities; book binding, engraving, and lithographing
Refrigeration repairs and services	P
Restaurants and cafés (less than 4,000 square feet)	P	Drive-thrus not allowed. Alcohol sales require a Conditional Use Permit in compliance with Table IV-7
Restaurants and cafés (greater than 4,000 square feet)	D	Drive-thrus not allowed. Alcohol sales require a Conditional Use Permit in compliance with Table IV-7
Retail sales and service	P	Only as incidental activity to a principally permitted use. Subject to the regulations set forth in HPMC Section 9-4.303(A)
Upholstery shops	P
Wholesale outlets and businesses	P
Vehicle-Related:
Sale or rental of automobiles, boats, motorcycles, recreation vehicles, trucks, trailers and other mechanical equipment or any combination thereof and repairs when the repairs are incidental to the sales and/or rentals	C
Sale of new and used vehicle parts and other mechanical parts	P
Car wash, self serve or full service including detailing	C
Parking lots and parking structures	D*
Vehicle audio and alarm sales and installation	P	Installations must be conducted within an enclosed structure
Vehicle muffler, radiator and other similar repairs	C
Vehicle painting and body repair	C
Vehicle service stations	C	Includes fuel stations and repair centers
Vehicle testing and diagnostics only	P
Vehicle tow/impound yards	C*
Vehicle upholstery	C
Vehicle wheel and tire sales and installation	C
Warehouse, Storage and Distribution:
Cold storage facilities	C*
Freight/truck terminals	C*
Self-storage, mini-storage	C*	Includes recreational vehicle storage. Subject to the regulations set forth in HPMC Section 9-4.303(D)
Storage yards	C*	Includes building materials, contractor's storage yards, fleet storage, lumber yards, machinery rental, trucking yards, transit storage, road equipment, and portable restrooms
Warehousing	P*	General warehousing. Flammable, chemical, or other hazardous material storage requires Fire Department approval
Other Uses:
Ambulance station	C*
Adult businesses	C	Only permitted in the Special Use Overlay Zone and subject to the regulations set forth in HPMC Sections 5-20 and 9-4.303(C)
Audio and video recording studios	P
Bus/commuter/rail facilities	D*
Communication equipment buildings	P
Educational institution, high-intensity	C*	Subject to the regulations set forth in HPMC Section 9-3.2403
Emergency shelters (up to 30 beds)	P*	Subject to the regulations set forth in HPMC Section 9-3.2002
Emergency shelters (more than 30 beds)	C*	Subject to the regulations set forth in HPMC Section 9-3.2002
Gymnasiums and health clubs	P
Hospitals	C	Includes industrial medical facilities
Industrial business parks	D	Subject to the regulations set forth in HPMC Section 9-4.303(E)
Laboratories	P	Includes medical, research and product testing
Medical marijuana businesses (dispensaries and/or cultivation)	P	Subject to the regulations set forth in Article 19 of Title 4, Chapter 7; Article 24 of Title 3, Chapter 1 and Article 23 of Title 9, Chapter 3 of the HPMC
Medical offices	C	Includes offices for medical doctors, dentists, and optometrists
Membership organization facilities	P	Includes facilities for business associations; professional membership organizations; political organizations, labor unions and similar organizations
Mortuaries	C*
Office, business and professional	P	Only in conjunction with the primary industrial use
Plant nurseries	P*
Public utility facilities	P*
Recycling facilities (reverse vending machines)	D*	Up to 5 reverse vending machines. Subject to the regulations set forth in HPMC Section 9-3.1002(2)(A)
Recycling facilities (small collection)	D*	Subject to the regulations set forth in HPMC Section 9-3.1002(2)(B)
Recycling facilities (large collection)	C*	Subject to the regulations set forth in HPMC Section 9-3.1002(2)(C)
Recycling facilities (light processing)	C*	Subject to the regulations set forth in HPMC Section 9-3.1002(2)(D)
Recycling facilities (heavy processing)	C*	Subject to the regulations set forth in HPMC Section 9-3.1002(2)(D)
Sports and recreational facilities	C
Wireless communications facilities	C	Includes sites, antennas and monopoles. Subject to the regulations set forth in HPMC Section 9-3.103(2)(D)

*	Land use activity not allowed on properties fronting the westerly side of Alameda Street between Slauson Avenue and Gage Avenue.

(§ 1, Ord. 898-NS, eff. July 18, 2012, as amended by § 1, Ord. 942-NS, eff. November 6, 2015, § 4, Ord. 2016-945, eff. April 15, 2016, § 1, Ord. 2016-947, eff. May 5, 2016, and § 11, Ord. 2019-978, eff. September 5, 2019)

§ 9-4.303 General standards.

The following development standards are minimum unless stated as maximum by this Code. All setbacks shall be measured from the property line.

Table IV-9 General Standards
Standard	MPD
Gross lot area (square feet)	5,000
Floor area ratio maximum (FAR)	2:1
Front setback (feet)	5
Rear setback (feet)	0
Side setback (each) (feet)	0
Side setback (street side) (feet)	0
Distance between structures (feet)	0
Structure height (maximum) (feet)	none

The following additional standards shall apply to all development within the MPD zoning district:

Retail Sales and Service Uses. Retail sales and service uses accessory to a principally permitted use are allowable provided that the following standards are met:

(1)

Retail sales activities do not occupy more than 25% of the gross floor area of the principally permitted use;

(2)

All products offered for retail sale are assembled, manufactured or warehoused on the premises; and

(3)

No impacts shall result from the availability of off-street parking. Parking shall be provided as required for proportionate share of uses (e.g., retail, warehouse, etc.).

Outside Storage. Outside storage shall be confined to the rear of the principal structure(s) or the rear one-half of the site, whichever is the more restrictive, and screened from public view from any adjoining properties and public rights-of-way by appropriate walls, fencing and landscaping, subject to the approval of the Director.

Adult-Oriented Businesses. Subject to the provisions set forth herein, adult-oriented businesses are only permitted in the Special Use Overlay Zone within the MPD zoning district. For the purpose of this section, the following definitions shall apply. Additional requirements for adult-oriented businesses are provided in Title 5, Chapter 5 of the Huntington Park Municipal Code.

(1)

Establishment of an Adult-Oriented Business. To "establish" an adult-oriented business shall mean and include any of the following:

(a)

The opening or commencement of any adult-oriented business as a new business;

(b)

The conversion of an existing business, whether or not an adult-oriented business, to any adult-oriented business defined herein;

(c)

The addition of any of the adult-oriented businesses defined herein to any other existing adult-oriented business; or

(d)

The relocation of any adult-oriented business.

(2)

Specified Anatomical Areas. "Specified anatomical areas" shall mean and include any of the following:

(a)

Less than completely and opaquely covered human: (i) genitals or pubic region, (ii) buttocks, and (iii) female breast below a point immediately above the top of the areola;

(b)

Human male genitals in a discernibly turgid state, even if completely and opaquely covered;

(c)

Any device, costume or covering that simulates any of the body parts included in subdivisions (2)(a) or (b).

(3)

Specified Sexual Activities. "Specified sexual activities" shall mean and include any of the following, whether performed directly or indirectly through clothing or other covering:

(a)

The fondling or other erotic touching of human genitals, pubic region, buttocks, anus or female breast;

(b)

Sex acts, actual or simulated, including intercourse, oral copulation or sodomy;

(c)

Masturbation, actual or simulated;

(d)

Excretory functions as part of or in connection with any of the other activities described in subdivision (3)(a) through (c) of this subsection.

(4)

Adult-Oriented Business. "Adult-oriented business" means any one of the following:

(a)

Adult Arcade. An establishment where, for any form of consideration, one or more still or motion picture projectors, or similar machines, for viewing by five or fewer persons each, are used to show films, computer generated images, motion pictures, video cassettes, slides or other photographic reproductions 25% or more of the number of which are distinguished or characterized by an emphasis upon the depiction or description of specified sexual activities or specified anatomical areas.

(b)

Adult Bookstore. An establishment that has 25% or more of its stock in books, magazines, periodicals or other printed matter, or of photographs, films, motion pictures, video cassettes, slides, tapes, records or other form of visual or audio representations which are distinguished or characterized by an emphasis upon the depiction or description of specified sexual activities and/or specified anatomical areas.

(c)

Adult Cabaret. A nightclub, restaurant, or similar business establishment which: (i) regularly features live performances which are distinguished or characterized by an emphasis upon the display of specified anatomical areas or specified sexual activities; and/or (ii) which regularly features persons who appear semi-nude; and/or (iii) shows films, computer generated images, motion pictures, video cassettes, slides or other photographic reproductions 25% or more of the number of which are distinguished or characterized by an emphasis upon the depiction or description of specified sexual activities or specified anatomical areas.

(d)

Adult Hotel/Motel. A hotel or motel or similar business establishment offering public accommodations for any form of consideration which: (i) provides patrons with closed-circuit television transmissions, films, computer generated images, motion pictures, video cassettes, slides or other photographic reproductions 25% or more of the number of which are distinguished or characterized by an emphasis upon the depiction or description of specified sexual activities or specified anatomical areas; and (ii) rents, leases, or lets any room for less than a six hour period, or rents, leases, or lets any single room more than twice in a 24 hour period.

(e)

Adult Motion Picture Theater. A business establishment where, for any form of consideration, films, computer generated images, motion pictures, videocassettes, slides or similar photographic reproductions are shown, and 25% or more of the number of which are distinguished or characterized by an emphasis upon the depiction or description of specified sexual activities or specified anatomical areas.

(f)

Adult Theater. A theater, concert hall, auditorium or similar establishment which, for any form of consideration regularly features live performances which are distinguished or characterized by an emphasis on the display of specified anatomical areas or specified sexual activities.

(g)

Massage Parlor. An establishment where, for any form of consideration, massage, alcohol rub, fomentation, electric or magnetic treatment or similar treatment or manipulation of the human body is administered unless the treatment or manipulation is administered by a medical practitioner, chiropractor, acupuncturist, physical therapist or similar professional person licensed by the State. This definition does not include an athletic club, health club, school, gymnasium, reducing salon, spa or similar establishment where massage or similar manipulation of the human body is offered as an incidental or accessory service.

(h)

Modeling Studio. A business which provides, for pecuniary compensation, monetary or other consideration, hire or reward, figure models who, for the purposes of sexual stimulation of patrons, display "specified anatomical areas" to be observed, sketched, photographed, painted, sculpted or otherwise depicted by persons paying such consideration. "Modeling studio" does not include schools maintained pursuant to standards set by the State Board of Education. "Modeling studio" further does not include a studio or similar facility owned, operated or maintained by an individual artist or group of artists, and which does not provide, permit, or make available "specified sexual activities."

(i)

Sexual Encounter Establishment. An establishment, other than a hotel, motel or similar establishment, offering public accommodations, which, for any form of consideration, provides a place where two or more persons may congregate, associate or consort in connection with "specified sexual activities" or the exposure of "specific anatomical areas." This definition does not include an establishment where a medical practitioner, psychologist, psychiatrist or similar professional person licensed by the State engages in sexual therapy.

(5)

Church. A structure that is used primarily for religious worship and related religious activities.

(6)

Distinguished or Characterized by an Emphasis Upon. As used herein, the term "distinguished or characterized by an emphasis upon" shall mean and refer to the dominant or essential theme of the object described by such phrase. For instance, when the phrase refers to films "which are distinguished or characterized by an emphasis upon" the depiction or description of specified sexual activities or specified anatomical areas, the films so described are those whose dominant or predominant character and theme are the depiction of the enumerated sexual activities or anatomical areas. See Pringle v. City of Covina, 115 Cal.App.3d 151 (1981).

(7)

Regulatory Features. As used herein, the term "regularly features" with respect to an adult theater or adult cabaret means a regular and substantial course of conduct. The fact that live performances which are distinguished or characterized by an emphasis upon the display of specified anatomical areas or specified sexual activities occurs on two or more occasions within a 30 day period; three or more occasions within a 60 day period; or four or more occasions with-in a 180-day period, shall to the extent permitted by law be deemed to be a regular and substantial course of conduct.

(8)

School. Any child or day care facility, or an institution of learning for minors, whether public or private, offering instruction in those courses of study required by the California Education Code and maintained pursuant to standards set by the State Board of Education. This definition includes a nursery school, kindergarten, elementary school, middle or junior high school, senior high school, or any special institution of education, but it does not include a vocational or professional institution of higher education, including a community or junior college, college or university.

(9)

Semi-Nude. Means a state of dress in which clothing covers no more than the genitals, pubic region, buttocks, areola of the female breast, as well as portions of the body covered by supporting straps or devices.

(10)

Adult-oriented businesses shall only be permitted in the MPD zoning district, provided that:

(a)

Each adult-oriented business shall comply with all location standards set forth in Section 5-20.03 of the Municipal Code.

(b)

Each adult-oriented business, prior to commencing operation, shall first apply for and receive an adult-oriented business permit pursuant to Section 5-20.04 of the Municipal Code.

(c)

Each adult-oriented business shall comply with all applicable development and performance standards set forth in Section 5-20.09 of the Municipal Code.

Mini-Storage. Self-serve mini-storage facilities are permitted, subject to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit, only in the MPD zoning district and shall be developed/operated in the following manner:

(1)

The minimum site area for a new mini-storage facility shall be 20,000 square feet;

(2)

The site shall have a minimum front yard of five feet, which shall be landscaped and permanently maintained in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 4 (Landscaping Standards);

(3)

Any site adjacent to a residential zoning district/use shall maintain a 25 foot deep landscaped yard along that portion of the site adjacent to the residential zoning district/use. A 20 foot deep landscaped yard shall be maintained along that portion of the site across the street or within 100 feet of a residential zoning district/use. All landscaping shall be installed and permanently maintained in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 12 (Landscaping Standards);

(4)

Vehicular ingress/egress shall be limited to one drive-way for each portion of the site fronting on a public right-of-way;

(5)

The site shall be entirely paved, except for structures and landscaped areas. The paving shall consist of concrete, asphalt or asphaltic concrete. Continuous concrete curbing and perimeter walls shall serve to prevent any vehicle from extending beyond the property lines;

(6)

All on-site lighting shall be energy efficient, stationary, and directed away form adjoining properties and public rights-of-way;

(7)

All on-site signs shall be in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 12 (Sign Standards);

(8)

All exterior structure walls within 10 feet of a property line adjacent to a public right-of-way shall be stucco or decorative masonry block and shall be subject to the approval of the Director;

(9)

Any portion of the storage structure(s) providing access doorways to individual storage spaces, facing and generally parallel to the adjacent property line, shall be set back a minimum of 35 feet from the adjacent property line;

(10)

The site shall be completely enclosed with a six foot high solid decorative masonry wall, except for points of ingress and egress (including emergency fire access) which shall be properly gated. The gate(s) shall be maintained in good working order and shall remain closed except when in use. The design of the wall and gate(s) shall be subject to the approval of the Director;

(11)

No business activity shall be conducted other than the rental of storage spaces for inactive storage use. Additionally, no miscellaneous/garage sales or repair of motor/recreational vehicles, machines or equipment shall be permitted to occur on the premises;

(12)

All storage shall be located within a fully enclosed structure(s). Motor vehicles (i.e., autos, recreational vehicles, trucks, etc.) may be stored on the premises when properly situated in one location, fenced and screened to the satisfaction of the Director;

(13)

No flammable or otherwise hazardous materials shall be stored on-site;

(14)

One manager's dwelling unit may be provided within the development. No more than two adults (without children) shall be permitted to occupy the manager's unit. The occupancy of the manager's unit shall be contingent upon the continual operation of the storage facility; its use shall immediately cease if the storage facility ceases its operation. No person may occupy the manager's unit who has been convicted of a burglary or theft.

A clearance from the Police Department shall be obtained for any individual who occupies the manager's unit;

(15)

The owner/manager shall be responsible for the removal of graffiti within 48 hours of its application;

(16)

The entire site shall be permanently maintained in a clean manner free of trash and debris or materials stored out-of-doors;

(17)

Every parcel with a structure shall have trash receptacle(s) on the premises in compliance with Section 9-3.103; and

(18)

Storage facilities located adjacent to residential zoning district(s)/use shall have their hours of operation limited to 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Sunday.

Industrial Planned Unit Development. An industrial planned unit development (PUD) is an industrial development intended to provide greater design flexibility and creativity by allowing deviations from the typical zoning development standards required by the zoning district in order to encourage better-designed projects which would ordinarily comply with all development requirements, in exchange for providing greater benefits to the community. Examples of the types of zoning deviations which can be allowed through the PUD process include, but are not limited to, modifying lot dimension requirements, reducing building setbacks from property lines, and altering parking and landscaping requirements by allowing common areas to satisfy the standard requirements.

(1)

The Planning Commission may approve a Development Permit for an industrial PUD when all of the following requirements are met:

(a)

The Industrial PUD shall be within the Manufacturing Planned Development (MPD) zoning district.

(b)

The proposed industrial PUD is consistent with the Huntington Park General Plan.

(c)

All development standards shall substantially meet those prescribed under Title 9, Chapter 4, Article 3 of the Huntington Park Municipal Code (HPMC), "MPD (Industrial/Manufacturing Planned Development) Zones," unless otherwise stated in this section. These standards shall include allowable uses, intensity (floor area ratio), and general standards.

(2)

Development Permit Approval. The industrial PUD section includes the following requirements:

(a)

A Development Permit is required for the conversion of existing industrial/manufacturing facilities into a PUD, or for any new construction of an industrial PUD. Before a building or grading permit is issued for any new or converted structure, the property owner/applicant shall obtain a Development Permit approval in accordance with Title 9, Chapter 4, Article 10 of the HPMC.

(b)

In addition to any requirements under Title 9, Chapter 4, Article 10 of the HPMC, the Development Permit approval for an industrial PUD may include development conditions not limited to site design and arrangement, architectural design, storage facilities, phasing of improvements, public improvements, circulation, access, lighting, fencing, landscaping, buffering, hours of operation, incidental outdoor uses (storage) and screening, regulations of noise, vibration and odors, and property maintenance.

(3)

General Requirements for an Industrial PUD. In order to justify variation from conventional zoning, a proposed industrial PUD is required to provide additional design features, sufficient to justify any variations from more conventional zoning regulations.

(a)

For each variation from the conventional Manufacturing Planned Development (MPD) zone standards, the applicant shall describe a design feature or amenity which is in proportion to the degree of variation, and shall explain why the variation is appropriate. The City shall consider only those design features or amenities which exceed what is otherwise legally required by the City's Code. The following are examples of the types of additional design features which may be considered: Increased landscaping and/or landscape setbacks, pedestrian amenities such as outdoor benches and fountains, extraordinary architecture, and on-site day care.

(b)

The minimum aggregate land area for a proposed industrial PUD shall be 125,000 square feet.

(c)

If the development is divided into parcels/lots, the minimum lot size shall be 5,000 square feet; however, there shall be no lot dimension requirements. Where no individual lots are proposed, the minimum individual tenant/ownership unit shall be 5,000 square feet.

(d)

There shall be no outdoor uses permitted, including exterior storage, unless it is decoratively screened with architecturally compatible fences/walls, etc., as approved by the Director of Community Development. Such outdoor use shall not encroach into any required landscaping or parking areas.

(e)

Parking shall be calculated on a cumulative basis for the entire PUD based on a ratio of one parking space for every 800 square feet of use. Higher (parking) intensity uses shall not be permitted unless additional parking is provided to meet the respective requirement.

(f)

Common parking and landscaping areas are encouraged as a means of creating a more efficient and creative design. However, the total number of parking spaces required for any individual tenant/ownership unit shall not be more than a 200-foot straight-line distance to the main entrance of the building.

(g)

Sidewalks are required to be provided from parking areas to the entrances of each individual tenant/ownership unit. Sidewalks shall also be required to arrive at any common open space/amenity areas from any given unit.

(h)

Subdivision of the property shall follow the procedures prescribed in Title 9, Chapter 5 of the HPMC, "Subdivisions."

(i)

A minimum of one off-street loading space (truck well) shall be required for each individual tenant/ownership unit up to 15,000 square feet; one additional loading space is required for individual tenant/ownership units up to 25,000 square feet; and two additional spaces are required for individual tenant/ownership spaces over 25,000 square feet or as required by the Director of Community Development. No loading spaces (truck wells) shall be allowed ingress/egress from a public street unless practical difficulties exist that would make this requirement infeasible, as determined by the Director of Community Development. All other loading facilities standards shall meet the requirements prescribed in Title 9, Chapter 3, Article 7 of the HPMC, "Off-Street Loading Standards."

(j)

Every parcel with a structure shall have trash bin(s) and enclosure(s) on the premises in compliance with Section 9-3.103; however, common area bins/enclosures may be considered subject to Planning Division design review and approval.

(4)

Architecture and Design Requirements for an Industrial PUD. Buildings should use exterior wall materials that contain integral color and texture. Colors should meet the City's Color Ordinance, and highly reflective wall surfaces are discouraged.

(a)

Pedestrian entrances should be located along street and private drive frontages whenever possible. Different internal operational function areas, such as offices and warehousing/manufacturing, should vary building heights and setbacks to better define the different areas. Distinct and accentuated architectural treatment can include additional building height, visual relief, commercial style glass storefront, more decorative exterior material/finish, etc.

(b)

When walls over 30 feet in length are necessary and are visible from public and private streets/drives, visual relief through pilasters, reveals, color and material change, or other small offsets should be provided.

(c)

Careful attention should be given to the appearance of large flat roof surfaces from public view.

(5)

Landscaping Requirements for an Industrial PUD. Industrial PUDs should be carefully landscaped with particular concern for views from public streets, public places and neighboring commercial and residential districts.

(a)

Landscaping. A minimum of 5% of the aggregate PUD site area shall be dedicated to landscaping for projects under five acres in size. For projects between five and 10 acres in size, a minimum of 4% of the aggregate PUD site area shall be dedicated to landscaping, and projects over 10 acres in size shall dedicate a minimum of 3% of the aggregate PUD site area for landscaping. Such landscaping is encouraged to be located at the most conspicuous locations of the site(s), such as along public street and private driveway frontages. Landscaping which is screened from view or hidden behind buildings shall not be counted as contributing towards the minimum landscaping requirement.

(b)

A landscaped edge planted with a combination of trees and shrubs should be provided along all public or private street-facing property lines. Parking, storage, loading spaces (truck wells), trash and service areas should be set back from the street or driveway and screened with adequate landscaping to minimize their visual impact.

(c)

A landscape plan, designed by a registered landscape architect, shall be required for the entire property, showing planter design, schedule of plant material, planter location and method of automatic permanent irrigation. Such approved landscaping shall be installed/planted, prior to any certificate of occupancies being issued, and shall thereafter be continuously and permanently maintained.

(6)

Establishment of an Association.

(a)

Any approved industrial PUD requires the formation of an "association," which means the organization of persons who own a lot, parcel area, condominium or right of exclusive occupancy in an industrial PUD. Such association shall utilize organizational documents to serve as by-laws for the PUD.

(b)

"Organizational documents," sometimes referred to as "covenants, conditions and restrictions (CC&Rs)," means the declaration of restrictions, articles of incorporation, by-laws, and any contracts for the maintenance, management, or operation of all or any part of a project.

(c)

The organizational documents shall be submitted to and approved by the State Department of Real Estate for compliance with State law, as well as to the City for a determination that such documents comply with the requirements of subsection E prior to issuance of any certificate of occupancy.

(d)

Organizational documents shall provide that the association is responsible for the maintenance and landscaping of all exterior areas of the project.

(e)

The developer is responsible for performing management and/or maintenance duties until a majority of the units are sold. Thereafter, the association may assume control. The organizational documents shall allow the association to terminate the developer's management and maintenance responsibilities three months after the association assumes the control of the industrial PUD project or at any time thereafter.

(f)

A Parking Management Plan shall be incorporated into the organizational documents, indicating that all off-street parking spaces shall be held within the common area to be administered and maintained by the association. Common area parking spaces shall be held for use by all owners within the project and shall not be assigned to a particular unit. The organizational documents shall have a provision precluding the sale of required common area parking by the Parking Management Plan.

(7)

Additional Development Standards.

(a)

All new or converted industrial PUDs shall be designed and maintained as individual entities, unless approvals for subdivisions are granted by the City in accordance with subsection E.

(b)

That all private streets/driveways within the PUD comply with all the standards and requirements set forth for public streets within the City, as required by the City Engineering Division.

(c)

The consumption of gas, electricity and water for each individual tenant/ownership unit shall be separately metered so that the unit owner can be separately billed for each utility. Additionally, a water shut-off valve shall be provided for each unit. A separate electricity meter and water meter shall also be provided to supply needed utilities for the parking, driveway, landscaping and other common areas within the PUD, which shall be the responsibility of the association.

(d)

No application for an industrial PUD project or conversion project of less than six units shall be approved.

(e)

The association shall be responsible for the maintenance of the exterior of all the buildings, parking area lighting, irrigation for landscaping, parking/driveway areas, and any other common areas within the PUD.

(f)

All new, existing or modified structures shall conform to the development standards set forth in this chapter, except as may otherwise be permitted by variance in accordance with the procedures and findings as prescribed therefor.

(g)

All new, existing or modified structures shall be in compliance with all the applicable provisions of the Uniform Building, Plumbing, Electrical, and Mechanical Codes as adopted by the City.

(h)

The developer shall request and receive an inspection of individual units from the Building Division of the Community Development Department prior to the sale or re-occupancy of each unit. Such units shall be required to meet all the applicable requirements of subsection E and of the building regulations which were in effect at the time of the approval of the Development Permit for the industrial PUD, prior to the sale, re-occupancy, closing of any escrow or issuance of an occupancy permit.

Multiple Tenants Within a Single Establishment. A multiple manufacturing or warehousing tenant space or suite shall comply with the following standards.

(1)

There shall not be more than three business licenses issued within one tenant space or suite, based upon one additional license for every 1,000 square feet of floor area.

(a)

A tenant space with up to 1,000 square feet of space shall be allowed one business license.

(b)

A tenant space between 1,001 square feet and 2,000 square feet of space shall be allowed a maximum of two business licenses.

(c)

A tenant space with greater than 2,000 square feet of space shall be allowed a maximum of three business licenses.

(d)

Common areas (e.g., storage, restrooms, offices, etc.) shall not be counted in the ratio.

(2)

Any secondary tenant shall be compatible with other businesses within the same space as determined by the Director of Community Development and the decision shall be appealable to the Planning Commission.

(3)

Each tenant shall provide clear access from an entrance adjacent to a public right-of-way.

(4)

Each tenant must occupy a minimum of 400 square feet of floor space. Common areas (e.g., storage, restrooms, offices, etc.) shall not be counted as part of the 400 square feet.

(5)

All signage requirements as prescribed in the Zoning Code Chapter 3, Article 12 (Sign Standards) shall apply regardless of the number of tenant businesses at any location.

(6)

A Development Permit shall be approved by the Community Development Department prior to zoning use approval and license issuance.

(§ 1, Ord. 898-NS, eff. July 18, 2012, as amended by § 2, Ord. 2016-948, eff. June 3, 2016, and § 12, Ord. 2019-978, eff. September 5, 2019)

§ 9-4.304 Applicable regulations.

All uses shall be subject to the applicable regulations of this Code, including provisions located in the following Article:

1.	Article 11 of Chapter 2	Conditional Use Permits
2.	Article 10 of Chapter 2	Development Permits
3.	Article 7 of Chapter 2	Minor Variances
4.	Article 8 of Chapter 2	Minor Conditional Use Permits
5.	Article 9 of Chapter 2	Variances
6.	Article 4 of Chapter 3	Landscaping Standards
7.	Article 7 of Chapter 3	Off-Street Loading Standards
8.	Article 8 of Chapter 3	Off-Street Parking Standards
9.	Article 12 of Chapter 3	Sign Standards
10.	Article 14 of Chapter 2	Special Event Permits
11.	Chapter 3	General Regulations

(§ 1, Ord. 898-NS, eff. July 18, 2012)

§ 9-4.401 Purpose.

The purpose of this article is to achieve the following:

Protection, preservation and management of natural resources;

Protection of public/private recreation resources;

Protection of public health and safety; and

Provide for the continuation and expansion of existing public facilities.

The purpose and allowable uses for each of the individual special purpose zoning districts are as follows:

OS (Open Space) Zone.

(1)

The purpose of this zoning district is to provide for public and private recreational land use activities necessary to meet both active and passive recreational needs of City residents.

(2)

The following uses may be permitted subject to the approval of a Development Permit:

(a)

Active recreational land use activities, including:

(i)

Golf courses/driving ranges;

(ii)

Indoor/outdoor sports/athletic facilities (including skateboard parks, roller hockey rinks, etc.).

(b)

Passive recreational land use activities, including:

(i)

Nature preserves;

(ii)

Open space areas;

(iii)

Outdoor theaters (without structures).

(3)

The following uses may be permitted subject to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit:

(a)

Wireless Communication Facilities (subject to the regulations set forth in HPMC Section 9-3.103(2)(D)).

PF (Public Facilities) Zone.

(1)

The purpose of this zoning district is to provide for a wide range of public and quasi-public land use activities serving the residents of the City.

(2)

The following uses may be permitted subject to the approval of a Development Permit:

(a)

Art galleries/museums;

(b)

Community gardens;

(c)

Community hospitals;

(d)

Cultural/recreational activities;

(e)

Governmental offices/facilities;

Plant nurseries;

Libraries;

Public schools;

Public utilities;

Vehicle parking when in conjunction with an abutting commercial use.

T (Transportation) Zone.

(1)

The purpose of this zoning district is to provide for the construction and maintenance of well-designed and landscaped off-street parking facilities for the following rail corridors:

(a)

Southern Pacific Railroad (Alameda Street);

(b)

Southern Pacific Railroad (Randolph Street); and

(c)

Union Pacific Railroad (Salt Lake Avenue).

(2)

Off-street parking facilities are the only allowable use for this zoning district in addition to the existing rail line facilities. The development/operation of the parking facilities requires the approval of a Conditional Use Permit and compliance with Chapter 3, Article 8 (Off-Street Parking Standards) and Chapter 3, Article 4 (Landscaping Standards) as well any special standards imposed by the Review Authority.

(3)

The parking and landscaping improvements shall be permanently maintained by the lessee in a clean and orderly manner.

(4)

If and when the corridor(s) are ever abandoned, they may continue to be used as a parking facility or the parking may be removed and the property shall be improved and maintained as public open space.

(§ 1, Ord. 666-NS, eff. September 15, 2001, as amended by § 1, Ord. 737-NS, eff. December 1, 2004, and § 1, Ord. 2018-972, eff. February 14, 2019)

§ 9-4.402 General standards.

Any structure located in the OS zoning district shall be:

Clearly incidental to the primary use;

Sited in a manner that is sensitive to the existing natural resources and physical constraints of the land;

Subject to demonstrating need and appropriateness;

Landscaped in a manner which compliments both the immediate setting and surrounding areas;

Subject to demonstrating the need for exterior lighting, and if justified shall be energy efficient, appropriately located, directed, and shielded from surrounding properties and public rights-of-way;

Subject to a visual analysis relating structural proportions, massing, height, and setbacks to preserve and enhance the scenic character of the area;

Compatible to and in harmony with surrounding development and zoning designation;

Designed to ensure that all elevations are architecturally treated to provide compatibility with all neighboring structures and the established character of the City in compliance with the design guidelines contained in the General Plan;

Designed to ensure that all required roof-mounted air conditioning or heating equipment, including vents and ducts, shall not be visible from any abutting parcel, or any public street or right-of-way. This shall be accomplished through the extension of the main structure or roof or screened in a manner which is architecturally integrated with the main structure(s) subject to the approval of the Director; and

10.

Every parcel with a structure shall have trash receptacle(s) on the premises in compliance with Section 9-3.103.

(§ 1, Ord. 666-NS, eff. September 15, 2001)

§ 9-4.403 Applicable regulations.

All uses shall be subject to the applicable regulations of this Code, including provisions located in the following Articles:

1.	Article 11 of Chapter 2	Conditional Use Permits
2.	Article 3 of Chapter 4	Landscaping Standards
3.	Article 8 of Chapter 2	Minor Conditional Use Permits
4.	Article 7 of Chapter 2	Minor Variances
5.	Article 1 of Chapter 3	Off-Street Loading Standards
6.	Article 8 of Chapter 3	Off-Street Parking Standards
7.	Article 10 of Chapter 4	Development Permits
8.	Article 12 of Chapter 3	Sign Standards
9.	Article 5 of Chapter 2	Special Event Permits
10.	Article 9 of Chapter 4	Variances
11.	Chapter 3	General Regulations

(§ 1, Ord. 666-NS, eff. September 15, 2001)

§ 9-4.501 Purpose.

The purpose of this article is to provide for overlay zones that encompass specific uses or standards in addition to or in place of the underlying zoning district.

(§ 1, Ord. 666-NS, eff. September 15, 2001)

§ 9-4.502 Overlay zones.

Medium Density Overlay Zone.

The purpose of this overlay zoning district is to provide for multi-family residential units up to 17.424 units per acre within the underlying commercial zoning district.

The Medium Density Overlay zoning district identifies parcels that are suitable for the development of medium density housing, either as the primary use on the parcel or in conjunction with other uses allowable by the underlying zoning district. All new projects shall require approval of a Conditional Use Permit in compliance with Chapter 2, Article 11 (Conditional Use Permits).

All medium density residential uses allowable under this overlay zoning district shall be developed in compliance with the provisions/standards contained in Article 1 of this chapter (Residential Zones).

Parking Overlay Zone.

The purpose of this overlay zoning district is to provide for the identification of areas where private owners and/or the City are encouraged to acquire property for off-street parking facilities in order to alleviate parking shortages, as well as to further implement the goals, objectives, and policies of the General Plan.

The Parking Overlay Zone identifies parcels which are suitable for the development/operation of off-street parking facilities, either as the primary use of the parcel or in conjunction with other uses allowable by the underlying zoning district (i.e., C-G). A Conditional Use Permit shall be approved prior to the development of the parking facility. Where more than one use is planned for a particular parcel, the first/ground level should be used for off-street parking purposes.

All off-street parking facilities allowable under this overlay zoning district shall be developed/operated in compliance with the provisions/standards contained in Chapter 3, Article 8 (Off-Street Parking Standards). Additionally, all commercial land use activities allowable by the underlying zoning district(s) shall be developed/operated in compliance with the provisions/standards outlined in the applicable zoning district(s).

Senior Citizen Housing Overlay Zone.

The purpose of this overlay zoning district is to provide for senior citizen housing at up to 225 dwelling units per acre, generally located in high-rise developments with shared open space, meeting facilities and reduced parking requirements. Single Room Occupancy (SRO) facilities are also allowed at up to 400 units per acre.

All uses allowed under this overlay zoning district shall be developed/operated in compliance with the provisions/standards contained in Chapter 3, Article 11 (Senior Citizen/Congregate Care Housing), Chapter 3, Article 13 (Single Room Occupancy Facilities) or Chapter 4, Article 1 (Residential Zones), as applicable.

Single Room Occupancy Overlay Zone.

The purpose of this overlay zoning district is to provide for alternative types of residential living opportunities to help meet the needs of the community.

All Single Room Occupancy (SRO) facilities allowed under this overlay zoning district shall be developed/operated in compliance with the provisions/standards contained in Chapter 3, Article 1 (Single Room Occupancy Facilities).

Special Use Overlay Zone.

The purpose of this overlay zoning district is to accommodate adult-oriented businesses in certain areas of the City while minimizing the negative secondary effects, to the extent feasible, on surrounding areas.

All uses allowed under this overlay zoning district shall be developed/operated in compliance with the provisions/standards contained in Chapter 20 of Article 5.

The special use overlay zone shall be limited to those areas set forth in the Special Use Overlay Zone Map.

Affordable Housing Overlay Zone.

The purpose of this zoning district is to facilitate the development of affordable family housing at densities up to 70 dwelling units per acre. Senior citizen housing at a density of 225 units per acre, and single room occupancy (SRO) facilities at a density of 400 units per acre, are also permitted.

All uses allowed under this overlay zoning district shall be developed/operated in compliance with the provisions/standards contained in Chapter 3, Article 21 (Affordable Housing), Chapter 3, Article 11 (Senior Citizen/Congregate Care Housing), Chapter 3, Article 13 (Single Room Occupancy Facilities), or Chapter 4, Article 1 (Residential Zones), as applicable.

(§ 1, Ord. 666-NS, eff. September 15, 2001, as amended by § 6, Ord. 710-NS, eff. September 2, 2003, § 6, Ord. 709-NS, eff. October 16, 2003, § 2, Ord. 848-NS, eff. January 21, 2010)

§ 9-4.502.7 Historic District overlay zones.

The purposes of this overlay zoning district is to promote the conservation, preservation, protection, and enhancement of each Historic District and encourage development tailored to the character and significance of each District.

All uses allowed under this overlay shall be the same as those allowed in the underlying zone in compliance with all applicable codes pertaining to that zone.

(§ 2, Ord. 860-NS, eff. October 7, 2010)

§ 9-4.502.8 Transit oriented development overlay zone.

Purpose and Intent. The transit-oriented development (TOD) overlay zone serves to implement Housing Element programs and address housing needs by allowing a mix of uses, including commercial and high-density residential uses. The TOD overlay zone implements Housing Element programs by providing development regulations to support and facilitate housing affordable to lower-income households as well as retail, service, and office uses near high-frequency public transit.

Applicability.

The TOD overlay zone may be applied to any underlying zone district within a Transit Priority Area, as defined by California Public Resource Code, Section 21099, through a zone text and zone map amendment. Zone amendments must be approved in accordance with Section 9-2.2002 of the Huntington Park Municipal Code.

For any project developed in accordance with this section, these standards shall apply instead of those in the underlying base zone district. A property owner may, however, elect to continue to use the site consistent with the underlying district, in which case the applicable underlying district standards will apply.

Projects developed in accordance with this section (allowed as permitted uses or with a Development Permit per Tables IV-10 and IV-11) shall be reviewed as Director-approved projects as defined by Section 9-2.1007.

(1)

No building, grading or other construction permit shall be issued by the responsible department until the approval has been conducted by the Director of Community Development (Director).

(2)

Compliance with the requirements of this chapter shall not waive any additional requirements for compliance such as an application for a lot line adjustment, merger of parcels, or subdivision in conjunction with approval of an application. A separate application for the lot line adjustment, merger of parcels, or appropriate subdivision map shall proceed in accordance with the Huntington Park Municipal Code, Title 10, Subdivisions.

Review Authority. The Director shall approve any administrative approval if the application complies with all requirements of this section.

(1)

Residential development that has at least 20% of units reserved for lower-income households shall be allowed by-right.

Expiration. Within two years of the date of approval by the Director, commencement of construction shall have occurred or the approval shall become null and void. A one-year extension can be granted by the Director if the project is compliant with the original approval.

Appeals. Appeals are allowed in accordance with Section 9-2.2311, Appeals and calls for review.

Allowed Uses.

Any structure/use designated as "Permitted" (P) by the following list shall comply with the provisions of this Code. Any permitted use which will occupy an existing structure (with no structural alteration/enlargement) shall comply with the operational standards contained in this chapter as well as Chapter 3, Article 1 (Property Development Standards). Additionally, any permitted use which will occupy an existing structure that is to be altered, enlarged, or requires construction or installation (i.e., manufactured housing) of a structure(s) shall require the approval of a Development Permit (D) in compliance with Chapter 2, Article 10.

Residential Uses. The following list (Table IV-10) represents those uses in the TOD Overlay Zone that are Permitted (P), subject to a Development Permit (D), subject to a Large Family Child Care Home Permit (LCC) or a Conditional Use Permit (C), or not allowed (-).

Table IV-10 Residential Uses
Land Use Activity		TOD Overlay Zone
Residential Uses
1.	Condominiums	D
2.	Convalescent Homes	C
3.	Child Day Care Facility
	Small Family Child Day Care Home	P
	Large Family Child Day Care Home	LCC
4.	Density Bonus/Affordable Housing	P
5.	Emergency Shelters	D
6.	Manufactured Housing	D
7.	Mixed-Use Developments in accordance with Section 9-4.502.8(4)(b)	P
8.	Multi-Family Dwellings	D
9.	Accessory Dwelling Units in accordance with Government Code Section 65852.2	P
10.	Senior Citizen/Congregate Care Housing	D
11.	Single Room Occupancy Facilities	D
12.	Group Homes	P
13.	Transitional Housing	P
14.	Supportive Housing	P
15.	Zero Lot Line/Small Lot Residential Developments	D
Recreational Accessory Uses
1.	Swimming Pool, Private	P
2.	Tennis Court, Private	D
3.	Tree "Play" House	P
Accessory Uses
1.	Fences and Walls	P
2.	Garage	P
3.	Keeping of Domestic Animals/Household Pets	P
4.	Laundry Facilities (Washer and Dryer)	P1
5.	Outdoor Play/Athletic Equipment	P
6.	Patio (with or without cover)/Gazebo	P
7.	Satellite Dish Antenna	D
8.	Storage	D
9.	Vehicle Repair (property owner/tenant vehicle only and only within enclosed garage/yard)	P
10.	Vertical Antenna (12 feet or less in height)	P
11.	Vertical Antenna (greater than 12 feet in height)	D
Other
1.	Churches	C
2.	Educational Institutions, Low-Intensity	C
3.	Public Utilities/Facilities	D
4.	Home Enterprises	Subject to Home Enterprise Permit
5.	Temporary Uses	Subject to Temporary Use Permit

Note:
1	Laundry facilities shall be located within the footprint of a dwelling unit. For multi-family properties, common laundry facilities shall be located in a detached or attached enclosed room specifically designated as a laundry facility and shall consist of not less than one automatic washer and dryer for every four units.

Mixed Uses. Projects incorporating non-residential uses are permitted if non-residential uses comprise no more than 50% of the total usable floor space of the project. Commercial and retail uses in mixed-use projects are permitted in accordance with Table IV-11. The following list (Table IV-11) represents those uses in the TOD Overlay Zone that are Permitted (P), subject to a Development Permit (D), subject to a Large Family Child Care Home Permit (LCC) or a Conditional Use Permit (C), or not allowed (-).

Table IV-11 Commercial and Retail Uses Permitted in Mixed-Use Development
Land Use Activity		TOD Overlay District
1.	Assembly, Major	C
2.	Assembly, Minor	C
3.	Alcoholic Beverage Sales/Serving Establishments	See regulations in Section 9-4.203(2)(A) and Table IV-7
4.	Auto-Related Uses	-
5.	Commercial Storage	-
6.	Communication Equipment Buildings	P
7.	Cultural/Community Facilities	P
8.	Food and Beverage Sales, Major	C
9.	Food and Beverage Sales, Minor	P
10.	Hospitals	C
11.	Hotels/Motels	C
12.	Parking Structures (commercial non-accessory)	C
13.	Professional/Administrative Office	P
14.	Public Transit Facilities	C
15.	Recreation, Commercial	C
16.	Recycling Facilities	C
17.	Restaurant, Major	C
18.	Restaurant, Minor	P
19.	Retail, Major	C
20.	Retail, Minor	P
21.	Service stations	C
22.	Services, Major	C
23.	Services, Minor	P
24.	Sidewalk Vendor Stand	C
Accessory Uses
1.	Antennae	C
2.	Drive-Thru	C
3.	Vending Machines (Outside)	C
4.	Wireless Communications Facilities	C

Definitions. The following section defines land uses outlined in Table IV-11.

(1)

Assembly, Major. Includes the following:

(I)

Group Assembly: An establishment offering entertainment, social exchange, religious services, educational training, or other instructional services to groups of more than 49 people in a single room. Examples include performance venues, movie theaters, religious institutions, community centers, college or university extension programs, group addiction services, social clubs, community centers, or similar uses.

(2)

Assembly, Minor. Includes the following:

(I)

Group Assembly: An establishment offering entertainment, social exchange, religious services, educational training, or other instructional services to groups of 49 people or less in a single room. Examples include performance venues, movie theaters, religious institutions, community centers, college or university extension programs, group addiction services, social clubs, community centers, or similar uses.

(II)

Instructional Service: An establishment offering classes or educational training to groups of 29 students or fewer in a single classroom or studio environment. Examples include musical instruction, academic tutoring, and similar uses.

(3)

Auto Related Uses: Establishment offering sales, rental, or repair of vehicles or vehicle accessories or parts including, auto dealerships, auto rental, auto repair, parts supply, car washes, and marine sales and service.

(4)

Commercial Storage: A facility exclusively used for the storage of motor vehicles or personal goods, with or without a fee. Includes self-storage and similar facilities.

(5)

Communication Equipment Building: A building not accessible to the public containing utility equipment necessary for the provision of telecommunications services.

(6)

Cultural and Community Uses: Establishments that provide services or facilities for the general public and include uses such as government offices, civic centers, libraries, and museums.

(7)

Food and Beverage Sales, Major: An establishment that contains more than 5,000 square feet of gross floor area and sells food, beverages primarily for consumption off of the premises and other retail items.

(8)

Food and Beverage Sales, Minor: An establishment that contains 5,000 square feet or less of gross floor area and sells food and beverages primarily for consumption off premises.

(9)

Hospital: A licensed institution designed within an integrated campus setting for the diagnosis, care, and treatment of human illness, including surgery and primary treatment.

(10)

Hotel/Motel: An establishment offering lodging to transient patrons. These establishments may provide additional services, such as conference and meeting rooms, restaurants, bars, or recreation facilities available to guests or to the general public. This classification includes, auto courts motor lodges, motels, hostels, extended-stay hotels, and tourist courts, but does not include rooming hotels, boarding houses, or residential hotels designed or intended to be used for sleeping for a period of 30 consecutive days or longer. This classification also excludes bed and breakfast facilities and similar accommodations that an occupant of single-family housing provides on the same premises incidental to the primary residential use of the property.

(11)

Parking Structure, Commercial: An area or structure, other than a street or other public way, used for the parking of automobiles and available to the public for a fee or free of charge.

(12)

Professional/Administrative Office: An establishment where the managerial, administrative, and clerical functions of a business or industry are conducted, or where members of a profession (e.g., doctors or attorneys) conduct their practice. This includes architectural or engineering firms, computer software consulting, data management, financial services, interior design, graphic design, real estate, insurance, legal offices, medical/dental offices, veterinary clinics, medical clinics, on-site medical or dental testing, travel services, recording studios, and title offices.

(13)

Public Transit Facilities: Physical infrastructure buildings that provide services for public transportation systems, including buses, trains, light rail, and subways. These facilities include transit stations, terminals, stops, shelters, platforms, parking areas for transit vehicles, and related amenities intended to facilitate public transportation services within a community.

(14)

Recreation Facility, Commercial: Establishments providing indoor or outdoor amusement and entertainment services for a fee or admission charge, including bowling alleys, amusement and electronic game arcades, tennis courts, ice skating and roller-skating rinks, pool and billiard rooms as a primary use.

(15)

Recycling Facilities: as defined in Chapter 3, Article 10 of the Huntington Park Municipal Code.

(16)

Restaurant, Major. Includes the following:

(I)

Restaurant, Major: An establishment greater than 4,000 square feet that sells food and non-alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises.

(II)

Any restaurant, bar, night club or social club of any size which serves alcohol as regulated by Section 9-4.203(2)(A) of the Huntington Park Municipal Code.

(17)

Restaurant, Minor. Includes the following:

(I)

Convenience Restaurant: A restaurant or similar establishment offering food and/or beverages for sale for consumption on or off the premises in disposable containers and from a counter.

(II)

Restaurant: An establishment that sells food and non-alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises.

(18)

Retail, Major: Includes the following:

(I)

Adult Businesses: As defined and regulated in the Municipal Code Section 9-4.303.

(II)

Animal Sales and Adoption Services: Retail sales and adoption of small animals typically considered pets. Excludes sale of live fish for personal aquariums.

(III)

Discount/club membership stores (over 10,000 square feet).

(IV)

Floor covering/drapery store (over 10,000 square feet).

(V)

Glass shop (sales/service).

(VI)

Gun shops.

(VII)

Home improvement centers (over 10,000 square feet).

(VIII)

Multiple Tenant Merchandise Mart: An enclosed commercial-sales structure containing multiple permanent tenant spaces/stalls/booths where new merchandise is sold or service is rendered by five or more separate vendors.

(IX)

Office supplies/equipment (over 10,000 square feet).

(19)

Retail, Minor: An establishment that primarily offers new or used goods for purchase by the consumer of such goods, excluding other such establishments more specifically described herein. This use category includes vehicle sales if such a use is conducted completely within an enclosed building and does not include outdoor display of vehicles.

(20)

Services, Major. Includes the following:

(I)

Fuel Sales: An establishment offering the sale of motor fuel for any motor vehicle. Includes gas stations.

(II)

Dry cleaning/dyeing (retail only).

(III)

Mortuaries.

(IV)

Service, Minor: Includes the following:

(V)

Animal Service: An establishment offering the provision of boarding associated with veterinary services, grooming, or veterinary services for small common household animals.

(VI)

Bank, Retail: Financial institutions that provide retail banking services to individuals and businesses. This classification includes only those institutions engaged in the on-site circulation of cash money and includes on-or off-site automatic teller machines. Freestanding automatic teller machines (ATMs) kiosks are not permitted.

(VII)

General Service: An establishment offering the direct provision to the customer of personal services including barber and beauty shops, seamstresses, tailors, shoe repair shops, massage establishments, tattoo parlors, photocopying, mail and packing service centers, self-service laundries, locksmiths, and appliance repair.

(VIII)

Fitness and Health Establishment: Commercial or nonprofit facilities, such as fitness centers and health and athletic clubs, oriented toward promoting physical health. Such facilities can include any of the following: gymnasium, swimming pool, exercise equipment, indoor sauna, spa or hot tub facilities; indoor tennis, handball, racquetball, and other indoor sports activities.

(21)

Sidewalk Vendor Stand: Any pushcart, stand, display, pedal-driven cart, wagon, showcase, rack, or other nonmotorized conveyance or from one's person, upon a public sidewalk or other pedestrian path for the purposes of vending food, beverages, or other merchandise.

Development Standards. Projects seeking approval pursuant to this chapter shall be subject to the following development standards:

Residential density. New development shall meet a minimum residential density of 30 dwelling units per acre. Maximum density shall be 70 dwelling units per acre. If only a portion of a legal parcel is redeveloped, the density of the project shall be calculated based on the area of the newly developed portion.

Floor space devoted to each use in mixed-use projects. New mixed-use projects which include a non-residential use component are permitted on the condition that at least 50% of the proposed project's total floor area is devoted to residential uses. Floor area of existing commercial uses on the parcel which will remain after construction of the proposed project is not counted towards the total floor area of the project.

Building height. Maximum building height shall be 65 feet.

Additional stepbacks adjacent to residential zone. At locations adjacent to RL or RM zones new projects shall maintain a lower profile on façades adjacent to these zones to provide a transition between higher intensity developments and residential uses.

(1)

Where adjacent to an RL or RM zoned property, an additional five foot stepback from the shared property line is required for each floor above the second story.

Setbacks.

(1)

Front Yard.

(I)

Minimum front yard setback shall be 10 feet from the front property line for projects where 100 percent of floor space is devoted to residential uses. Entry features such as stoops, porches, and walled garden spaces may encroach into the required setback up to six feet.

(II)

For projects with commercial uses on the ground floor, the minimum front yard setback shall be five feet.

(2)

Side Yard. Minimum side yard setback shall be five feet or equal to the required front yard setback, whichever is larger.

(3)

Rear Yard. Minimum rear yard setback shall be five feet or equal to the required front yard setback, whichever is larger.

Open Space.

(1)

Private Outdoor Space. For units not directly facing the RL zone, a minimum of 50 square feet of private outdoor space (as defined in Section 9-3.1502 of the Huntington Park Municipal Code) shall be provided for at least 50% of residential units. No dimension of the required private open space may be smaller than five feet. No private open space is required for units facing the RL zone.

(2)

Common Open Space. Common open space (as defined in Section 9-3.1502 of the Huntington Park Municipal Code) shall be provided at a rate of 50 square feet per residential unit. Common open space shall average at least 25 feet in width and at no time may be less than 10 feet in width.

(3)

Driveways, vehicular circulation areas, and parking areas may not be counted towards the required open space.

Parking. Projects permitted under this chapter shall be required to provide on-site parking in accordance with Table IV-12 and all applicable State laws. Parking for proposed projects with deed-restricted units affordable to low-and/or very low-income households shall be required in accordance with Government Code Section 65915(p).

Table IV-12 Parking Standards
Bedroom Count	Parking Standards for TOD Overlay Developments
Studio	0.5 spaces/dwelling unit
1 bedroom	1 space/dwelling unit
2-3 bedroom	1.5 spaces/dwelling unit
Senior housing	0.5 spaces/dwelling unit
Guest spaces1	0.2 spaces/dwelling unit1
Non-Residential Component of Mixed-Use Projects
Non-residential uses	1 space for each 400 square feet of floor area of non-residential uses

Note:
1	Guest parking is only required when the number of required guest spaces is greater than one.

Design Standards.

Building Orientation and Articulation.

(1)

Vertical Hierarchy. Buildings that are three stories or more in height shall be designed to differentiate between a defined base, a middle or body, and a top, cornice, or parapet cap. Buildings two stories or less shall include a defined base and a top, cornice, or parapet cap. All buildings shall achieve this effect through at least two of the following:

(I)

Color, texture, or material changes;

(II)

Variations, projections, or reveals in the wall plane;

(III)

Variations in fenestration size or pattern; or

(IV)

Decorative architectural details, such as cornices and columns.

(2)

Building Articulation. The wall plane on all façades visible from a public street or other publicly accessible spaces shall include at least two of the following massing changes or architectural elements to break up monolithic building façades:

(I)

Architectural projections such as balconies covered porches, dormers, or bay windows.

(II)

A combination of two or more volumes differing in height by at least eight feet for a width of at least 20 feet between one and five (5) stories as allowed by applicable development standards.

(III)

Upper story windows inset at least two inches or include headers sills, awnings, or decorative grills with a minimum width of three inches.

(IV)

Wall plane offsets of at least 18 inches.

(V)

Other features that serve the purpose of façade articulation at the discretion of the Director.

Corner Lots. Buildings located on corner lots shall include one or more of the following features on both street-facing facades, located within 25 feet of the corner of the building closest to the intersection:

(1)

An entrance to a ground-floor use or a primary building entrance. A single, corner-facing entrance is permitted.

(2)

A different material application, color, or pattern of windows and doors from the rest of the façade.

(3)

A change in height of at least 18 inches from the height of the abutting façade.

Building and Dwelling Unit Entrances.

(1)

Primary Pedestrian Access. Primary pedestrian access to building lobbies shall be provided along the sidewalk or publicly accessible open spaces.

(2)

Architectural Treatment of Entries. A terrace, forecourt, corner entry, change in the roof line or wall plane, tower element, or architectural projection (three feet minimum depth) or similar treatment are required for all shared residential entrances. Individual entrances to street facing ground floor residential units, if proposed, must incorporate a porch, stoop, terrace, walled patio (42 inch maximum height), or combination thereof.

Ground Floor Commercial Height. The floor to ceiling height of commercial uses located on the ground floor shall be a minimum of 12 feet.

Windows and Transparency Requirements.

(1)

Upper story windows visible from the public right-of-way shall be inset from the wall surface by a minimum of two inches or shall have a header, sills, awnings, or decorative grills with a minimum width of three inches.

(2)

If a proposed project includes a ground floor commercial component, ground floor windows and openings of the commercial component facing the street shall constitute a minimum of 65% of the street-level building façade.

Parking Facilities.

(1)

Surface parking lots and garages shall be located to the side or rear of buildings and not adjacent to public roadways. Access to subterranean parking or to structure parking is acceptable provided that surface parking spaces are set back at least 40 feet from the front property line.

(2)

Structured parking shall be screened from the primary frontage with landscaping with vegetation that will grow to a minimum height equivalent to 75% of the height of the parking structure or residential or commercial floorspace in a wrap-or podium-style unit configuration.

(3)

To reduce the quantity of curb cuts onto major thoroughfares, primary vehicular access to parking facilities shall be provided via existing alleys or secondary streets where possible.

Mechanical and Utility Equipment. Mechanical and utility equipment (e.g., heating, cooling, antennas, satellite dishes, air conditioners, transformers, electric and gas meters, junction boxes, or similar equipment) shall be concealed from public view with landscaping, walls, fencing or, if roof mounted, with roof wells or other architectural features, to the maximum extent feasible and as allowed by the utility service provider.

Privacy.

(1)

Projects within 15 feet of existing buildings along the interior property lines shall reduce direct views into the adjacent building by offsetting or staggering windows and upper story balconies and decks by a minimum of one foot so there is no direct line of sight into the existing building's windows, balconies, or decks.

(2)

Balconies are not permitted on elevations adjacent to RL zones. Roof decks are permitted adjacent to RL zones provided they are set back a minimum of 10 feet from the building façade.

Landscaping Standards. Landscaping shall be used for all outdoor areas that are not specifically used for parking, driveways, walkways, or open space. Landscaping must comply with Chapter 9-3.4, Landscaping Standards.

Permitted Lower-Income Housing.

(1)

Residential development that includes at least 20% of the units as housing affordable to lower-income house-holds shall be permitted by right on lots that meet the requirements of California Government Code Section 65583.2(c) or 65583.2(h).

(2)

Pursuant to Government Code Section 65583.2 (i), for purposes of this section, the phrase "by right" shall mean that the review of the project may not require a conditional use permit, planned unit development permit, or other discretionary local government review or approval that would constitute a "project" for purposes of Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code. Use by right for all rental multifamily residential housing shall be provided in accordance with subdivision (f) of Section 65589.5.

(§ 10, Ord. 2023-02, eff. December 7, 2023)

§ 9-4.503 Applicable regulations.

All uses shall be subject to the applicable regulations of this Code, including provisions located in the following Articles:

1.	Article 11 of Chapter 2	Conditional Use Permits
2.	Article 3 of Chapter 4	Landscaping Standards
3.	Article 8 of Chapter 2	Minor Conditional Use Permits
4.	Article 7 of Chapter 2	Minor Variances
5.	Article 1 of Chapter 3	Off-Street Loading Standards
6.	Article 8 of Chapter 3	Off-Street Parking Standards
7.	Article 10 of Chapter 4	Development Permits
8.	Article 12 of Chapter 3	Sign Standards
9.	Article 12 of Chapter 2	Special Event Permits
10.	Article 9 of Chapter 4	Variances
11.	Chapter 3	General Regulations

(§ 1, Ord. 666-NS, eff. September 15, 2001)

§ 9-4.601 Purpose.

The purpose of this article is to provide for specific plans that provide a policy and regulatory bridge between the City of Huntington Park General Plan and individual project-level development. Specific plans provide area-specific land use regulations and development guidelines.

(§ 3, Ord. 828-NS, eff. September 4, 2008)

§ 9-4.602 Specific plan zones.

Specific plans are adopted together with their real property designations. The specific plans are not codified as part of this title, but, rather, they are separately bound. The specific plans govern the land use and development standards for property identified on the Zoning Map with the designations established by this article.

(§ 3, Ord. 828-NS, eff. September 4, 2008)

§ 9-4.603 Downtown Huntington Park Specific Plan (DTSP).

To provide for the development of local and regionally serving commercial uses and to improve the economic vitality and livability of the downtown area through the implementation of a comprehensive strategy attracting and expanding economic activity and commerce, as well as establishing a more pedestrian-friendly mixed use environment. The DTSP provides a comprehensive set of plans, guidelines and regulatory standards in addition to administrative and implementation programs designed to provide high-quality development within its land use subdistricts that include commercial, residential and mixed uses.

Findings. The City Council hereby finds, determines and declares that:

The establishment of the DTSP is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights for those certain parcels of real property located within the DTSP and is not detrimental to the public welfare nor injurious to the property of other persons located in the vicinity.

The DTSP is consistent with and accomplishes the objectives, policies, general land uses and programs of the City. The provisions of the proposed specific plan are consistent with the direction and intent of the General Plan and furthers important objectives relative to parking and development standards. The DTSP facilitates uses consistent with the revitalization of the downtown area.

The DTSP is not detrimental to the public interest, health, safety convenience or welfare; to wit: The said specific plan is a logical continuation of the General Plan and Master Plan and is consistent and furthers the objectives designated for the type of development in the downtown area and district.

The DTSP is necessary for the preservation and enjoyment of substantial property rights and not detrimental to the general public welfare nor injurious to the property of other persons located in the vicinity of said area and is not inconsistent with the purpose of the Zoning Code, General Plan and or applicable Municipal Codes.

Contents of Specific Plan. The DTSP has been prepared and adopted in accordance with California Government Code Section 65450, et seq., a copy of which plan is on file with the City of Huntington Park Community Development Department.

(§ 3, Ord. 828-NS, eff. September 4, 2008, as amended by § 2, Ord. 2017-958, eff. August 17, 2017)

Huntington Park City Zoning Code

CHAPTER 4

ZONING DISTRICTS

§ 9-4.101 Purpose.

The purpose of this article is to achieve the following:

Ensure adequate light, air, privacy and open space for each dwelling;

Minimize traffic congestion and avoid the overloading of public services and utilities;

Protect residential neighborhoods from excessive illumination, noise, odor, smoke, unsightliness and other objectionable influences;

Facilitate the provision/enhancement of public improvements commensurate with anticipated increase in population, dwelling unit densities and service requirements;

Promote enhanced urban design in residential projects to ensure that new development is architecturally and functionally compatible and results in uniquely identifiable neighborhoods.

The purpose of the individual residential zoning districts is as follows:

(§ 1, Ord. 666-NS, eff. September 15, 2001)

§ 9-4.102 Allowed uses.

Table IV-1 ALLOWED LAND USES
LAND ACTIVITY			R-L	R-M	R-H
1.	Residential Uses
	A.	Condominiums	D	D	D
	B.	Convalescent Homes	-	C	C
	C.	Child Day Care Facility
		Small Family Child Day Care Home	P	P	P
		Large Family Child Day Care Home	LCC	LCC	LCC
	D.	Density Bonus/Affordable Housing	P	P	P
	E.	Manufactured Housing	D	D	D
	F.	Multi-Family Dwellings	-	D	D
	G.	Second Dwelling Unit/"Granny" Housing/Guest House	P	-	-
	H.	Senior Citizen/Congregate Care Housing	-	-	C
	I.	Single-Family Dwellings	P	P	P
	J.	Single Room Occupancy Facilities	-	-	D
	K.	Group Homes
		Small Group Homes (licensed and unlicensed)	P	P	P
		Large Group Homes (unlicensed)	P	P	P
		Large Group Homes (licensed)	C	C	C
	L.	Transitional Housing	P	P	P
	M.	Supportive Housing	P	P	P
	N.	Zero Lot Line/Small Lot Residential Developments	-	D	D
	O.	Employee and Farmworker Housing
		Providing accommodations for 6 or fewer employees	P	P	P
		Providing accommodations for more than 6 employees	C	C	C
	P.	Low-Barrier Navigation Centers	D	D	D
2.	Recreational Accessory Uses
	A.	Swimming Pool, Private	P	P	P
	B.	Tennis Court, Private	D	D	D
	C.	Tree "Play" House	P	P	P
3.	Accessory Uses
	A.	Fences and Walls	P	P	P
	B.	Garage	P	P	P
	C.	Keeping of Domestic Animals/Household Pets	P	P	P
	D.	Laundry Facilities (Washer and Dryer)	P¹	P¹	P¹
	E.	Outdoor Play/Athletic Equipment	P	P	P
	F.	Patio (with or without cover)/Gazebo	P	P	P
	G.	Satellite Dish Antenna	D	D	D
	H.	Storage	D	D	D
	I.	Vehicle Repair (Property owner/tenant vehicle only and only within enclosed garage/yard)	P	P	P
	J.	Vertical Antenna
		12 feet or less in height	P	P	P
		12+ feet in height	D	D	D
4.	Other
	A.	Churches	-	C	C
	B.	Educational Institutions, Low-Intensity	C	C	C
	C.	Public Utilities/Facilities	D	D	D
5.	Home Enterprises		Subject to Home Enterprise Permit
6.	Temporary Uses		Subject to Temporary Use Permit

§ 9-4.103 Zoning District Development Standards.

Table IV-2 ZONING DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
STANDARD	R-L	R-M	R-H
Maximum Units/Acre	8.712	17.424	20.0
Lot Area (square feet)	5,000^*	5,000^*	15,000^*
Lot Width (feet)	45^*	45^*	100^*
Lot Depth (feet)	80^*	100^*	100^*
Front Setback (feet)	20¹	15¹	10¹
Rear Setback (feet)	10	10	10
Side Setback (each)	4 feet plus 1 foot for each story over 1 story
Side Setback (street side)	10 feet plus 1 foot for each story over 1 story
Lot Coverage (Building Footprint) (percent, maximum)	45%	55%	65%
Distance Between Structures (feet)	6	10²	10²
Structure Height (feet, maximum)	35, 2 stories	35	45
Private Outdoor Useable Space (square feet per unit)³	450	250/200	200/150
Common Useable Open Space (square feet per unit)⁴	0	200	200
Main Structure Height (maximum)	35 feet, 2 stories	35 feet	45 feet
Accessory Structure Height (maximum)	20 feet or 1 story whichever is less	20 feet or 1 story whichever is less	20 feet or 1 story whichever is less
Antennae, Vertical	(Refer to Chapter 3 Article 1 Property Development Standards)
Fences, Walls, and Hedges	(Refer to Chapter 3 Article 1 Property Development Standards)
Satellite Dish Antennae	(Refer to Chapter 3 Article 1 Property Development Standards)

Notes:
^*	Lots created before January 1, 2019 containing no more than one dwelling unit are exempt from the minimum lot size standards.
1	Garage door setback for single-family uses shall be a minimum of 20 feet from the front property line.
2	When two walls face each other and neither has a window opening they shall be separated by at least six feet. If one or more of the walls has a window opening, they shall be separated by at least 10 feet.
3	Each ground floor dwelling unit shall be provided with 250/200 (R-M/R-H) square feet of private outdoor useable space while each upper story unit shall be provided with 200/150 (R-M/R-H) square feet of private outdoor area. Private outdoor space for condominium developments/conversions shall be in compliance with Section 9-3.1507 of the Huntington Park Municipal Code. The Director shall have the authority to adjust/average these minimum standards when doing so would result in an improved design and an enhanced overall provision of private outdoor space.
4	All multi-family residential developments shall provide common useable open space in compliance with Subsection 9-4.103(2)(C), below. Common open space for condominium developments/conversions shall be in compliance with Section 9-3.1507 of the Huntington Park Municipal Code.

Table IV-3 ACCESSORY STRUCTURES—SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES
Structure/Construction/Equipment	Property Line	Required Setback (In Feet)
Detached Garage, detached carport	Rear	3 (no windows/doors)^* 5 (windows/doors)^*
	Side	3 (no windows/doors)^* 5 (windows/doors)^*
	Side (street)	Main building setback
Swimming pool, spa, storage shed, fish pond	Rear	3
	Side	3
	Side (street)	Main building setback
Stationary barbecue, fire pit, attached patio cover, attached carport, gazebo	Rear	3
	Side	3
	Side (street)	Main building setback
Unenclosed/detached patio cover (within rear 1/3 of parcel)	Rear	1
	Side	1
	Side (street)	Main building setback
Air conditioning equipment, pool and spa equipment, and ground-based antennae	Rear	3
	Side	3 located in rear yard; Main building setback located in side yard.
	Side (street)	3 located in rear yard; Main building setback located in side yard.
Tennis court	Front, side, rear	Main building setback
Balcony, exterior stairs in excess of 30 inches	Front, side, rear	Main building setback

^*	If in the rear 33% of the lot, otherwise main building setback requirements apply. In no case shall a structure, construction, projection, or equipment be placed or occur beyond the property lines of the subject parcel.

Table IV-4 ACCESSORY STRUCTURES—MULTI-FAMILY HOMES
Structure/Construction/Equipment	Property Line	Required Setback (In Feet)
Detached Garage, detached carport	Rear	3 (no windows/doors)* 5 (windows/doors)*
	Side	3 (no windows/doors)* 5 (windows/doors)*
	Side (street)	Main building setback
Spa, spa equipment, storage shed, fish pond, ground-based antennae	Side	3
	Rear	3
Stationary barbecue, fire pit, attached patio cover, attached carport, gazebo	Side	3
	Rear	3
Unenclosed/detached patio cover (within rear 1/3 of parcel)	Side	1
Unenclosed/detached patio cover (within rear 1/3 of parcel)	Rear	1

(1)

(2)

The need and appropriateness of additional stories shall be demonstrated; and

(3)

Architectural compatibility and harmony with surrounding development, land use designations and zoning shall be demonstrated.

As a condition of approval, the Commission may require setbacks greater than the minimum setbacks required with-in the R-H zoning district.

(* Setback areas may be credited as useable open space up to a maximum of 50% of the total when the setback is a minimum of 15 feet wide and contiguous for a minimum distance of 10 running feet.)

Additionally, all multi-family developments shall provide indoor/outdoor recreational amenities within the common open space which may include, but are not limited to, the following:

(1)

Barbecue/picnic area;

(2)

Recreation building;

(3)

Swimming pool; and/or

(4)

Tot lot with play equipment.

Large family child day care homes (large facility) shall be developed/operated in the following manner:

(1)

The large facility shall conform to all property development standards of the zoning district in which it is located;

(2)

(3)

All on-site signs shall comply with the provisions of Section 9-3.1201 (Sign Standards);

(4)

(5)

(6)

All large facilities shall be State-licensed and shall be operated in compliance with all applicable State Health and Safety regulations;

(7)

(8)

(9)

The Director shall have 30 days after determining the application is complete in which to determine whether to grant or deny the application;

A Large Family Child Care Home Permit may be revoked or modified by the imposition of conditions or operating restrictions by the Director if any one of the following findings can be made:

(i)

(ii)

(iii)

That the Large Family Child Day Care Home Permit was obtained by misrepresentation or fraud,

(iv)

That one or more of the conditions of approval of the Large Family Child Day Care Home Permit in this chapter have not been met,

(v)

That the use is in violation of any statute, ordinance, law or regulation.

Garage/Yard Sales. Garage/yard sales are permitted in all Residential zoning districts subject to the following operational standards:

(1)

No single garage/yard sales event shall operate more than two consecutive days;

(2)

Garage/yard sales shall be limited to four times in each calendar year and permitted only on weekends;

(3)

Items offered for sale shall be limited to personal property, not acquired for resale, owned by the resident(s) of the dwelling where the sale is to be conducted;

(4)

One on-site sign advertising the sale, not exceeding four square feet in area, is permitted only during the sale;

(5)

No off-site sign(s) shall be permitted, unless located on a neighbor's residential parcel with their permission; and

(6)

Subject to obtaining a garage sale permit from Licensing Division.

Keeping of Domestic Animals/Household Pets. The keeping of domestic animals/household pets is permitted in all residential zoning districts subject to the following standards:

(1)

The following figure shows the number of animals allowable, when properly licensed and maintained, per dwelling unit according to the number of units per parcel.

Number of Units Per Parcel	Maximum Animals Per Unit
One (single-family)	3 dogs and 3 cats
Two (duplex)	2 dogs and 2 cats
Three or more	1 dog and 1 cat

(2)

Other domestic animals/household pets (i.e., birds, fish, rodents, etc.) may be permitted only if properly maintained within a dwelling;

(3)

A young animal(s) born to a permitted animal kept within/outside of the dwelling may be kept until the young animal is weaned from its mother (10 weeks for dogs or cats); and

(4)

No person may operate/maintain a private or commercial kennel or aviary within any residential zoning district.

The minimum area requirements for single-family homes in the R-L zoning district:	1000 square feet
The minimum area requirements for dwelling units in the R-M zoning district:	850 square feet

The minimum area requirements for dwelling units in the R-H zoning district are as follows:

Livable Area in Square Feet	Type of Dwelling Unit
500	Efficiency
600	1 Bedroom
750	2 Bedroom
900	3 Bedroom
150	(Additional) For each bedroom over 3

Minimum Room Size Standards. Minimum room size standards are as follows:

Room	Minimum Area in Square Feet
Garage (2-car)	400
Bedroom	100
Full bath (tub, toilet, and lavatory)	50
Three-quarter bath (stall shower, toilet, and lavatory)	35
Half bath (toilet and lavatory)	25

Mobile Home and Manufactured Housing Development Standards. Mobile or manufactured homes shall be installed/operated in the following manner:

(1)

Mobile or manufactured homes may be used as single-family dwellings if the home is certified under the National Mobile Home Construction and Safety Standards Act of 1974, or as amended;

(2)

Mobile or manufactured homes which are used as single-family residences shall be installed on/secured to an approved permanent foundation in compliance with this Code.

(1)

The wall shall be six feet in height, measured from the finished grade of the parcel;

(2)

(3)

The wall shall be architecturally treated on both sides; and

(4)

The design and construction materials of the wall shall be subject to the approval of the Director.

Private Tennis Court Development Standards. Private tennis courts are subject to the approval of a Development Permit and shall be developed/operated in the following manner:

(1)

Tennis courts shall not encroach into the front and side setback or within 10 feet of the rear property line;

(2)

The minimum parcel size shall be 10,000 square feet;

(3)

There shall be no more than one tennis court for each residential parcel of land;

(4)

Private tennis courts shall not be used for commercial purposes, and shall be used only by the residents and their invited guests;

(5)

Private tennis courts shall be completely screened from public view;

(6)

No tennis court fencing shall exceed 10 feet in height as measured from the court surface;

(7)

Overhead court lighting shall be subject to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit;

(8)

Light standards shall not exceed the following heights as measured from the court surface:

Eighteen feet with four poles on each side; and

Twenty feet with three poles on each side.

(9)

All illumination fixtures shall be directed downward and away from adjoining properties and public rights-of-way; and

(10)

Permitted hours of lighting shall be determined during permit review; in no instance shall lighting be used after ten p.m..

(1)

No more than one additional dwelling unit shall be permitted on any single-family parcel.

(2)

(3)

An additional dwelling unit may not be permitted on a single-family parcel already having two or more dwelling units.

(4)

The parcel upon which the additional dwelling unit is to be established shall conform to all standards of the R-L zoning district.

(5)

The minimum size of the parcel upon which the additional dwelling unit may be built shall be 6,250 square feet. The parcel shall have a minimum width of 50 feet and a minimum depth of 80 feet.

(6)

The additional dwelling unit may only be located within the rear half of the parcel.

(7)

The size of the additional dwelling unit, whether attached or detached, shall not be less than 500 square feet and shall not exceed 650 square feet.

(8)

The additional dwelling unit shall be architecturally compatible with the main dwelling unit.

(9)

(10)

The additional dwelling unit shall not be metered separately from the main dwelling unit for gas, electricity, and water/sewer services.

(11)

(12)

The applicant for the permit shall be the owner of the subject property as well as the resident of the main dwelling unit.

(13)

(14)

The following findings shall be made in order to approve a permit for an additional dwelling unit:

The additional dwelling unit will not tend to cause a high concentration of these units sufficient to change the character of the surrounding R-L residential neighborhood.

Senior Citizen/Congregate Care Housing Development Standards. Development standards governing Senior Citizen/Congregate Care Housing facilities are outlined in Chapter 3, Article 11.

Single Room Occupancy (SRO) Facilities Development Standards. Development standards governing Single Room Occupancy (SROs) facilities are outlined in Chapter 3, Article 13.

Trash Enclosures. Development standards governing trash enclosures are outlined in Section 9-3.103.

(1)

The parent parcel shall be a minimum of 6,100 square feet (two lots of 3,050 square feet each);

(2)

The development shall comply with all of the applicable property development standards of the respective zoning district that the property is located in;

(3)

(4)

A parcel abutting a public alley shall be designed to gain vehicular access from the alley;

(5)

(6)

(7)

Tandem parking may be permitted in required garage structures on parcels without alley access;

(8)

(9)

The zero side yard shall not be located adjacent to any private or public right-of-way;

(10)

No portion of any structure or architectural element shall be permitted to project over any property line;

(11)

Exposure protection between adjoining structures shall be in compliance with the requirements/specifications of the County Fire Department and the City Building Codes;

(12)

The walls of the structure located at the zero lot line shall be constructed with low maintenance decorative masonry or masonry veneer;

(13)

(14)

(15)

Parking shall be provided and maintained in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 8 (Off-Street Parking Standards);

(16)

Landscaping shall be installed and maintained in compliance with Chapter 3, Article 4 (Landscaping Standards);

(17)

Each dwelling shall have a minimum of 400 square feet of private useable outdoor open space, with no dimension less than 10 feet; and

(18)

Employee Housing. Standards for employee housing are as follows:

(1)

Employee housing is permitted in residential zones.

(2)

Employee housing shall comply with all applicable State laws including, when applicable, the California Mobilehome Parks Act.

Group Homes. Standards for group homes are as follows:

(1)

(2)

(3)

No group homes may be located in an accessory dwelling unit, unless the primary dwelling unit is used for the same purpose.

(4)

Licensed large group homes (serving seven or more residents) are subject to a Conditional Use Permit in R-L, R-M, and R-H Zones.

(5)

Findings for Conditional Use Permit. In conditionally approving a large licensed group home, the following findings shall be made:

The use applied for at the location set forth in the application is one for which a conditional use permit is authorized by this chapter.

The proposed project meets the development standards of this section including setbacks, fences, parking, and other required features.

The proposed project provides services that require licensing by the State of California and will comply with all licensing requirements thereof.

The proposed project would not cause direct threats to public health and safety.

§ 9-4.104 Applicable regulations.

All uses shall be subject to the applicable regulations of this Code, including provisions located in the following chapters and article:

1.	Article 11 of Chapter 2	Conditional Use Permits
2.	Article 3 of Chapter 2	Home Enterprise Permits
3.	Article 4 of Chapter 3	Landscaping Standards
4.	Article 8 of Chapter 2	Minor Conditional Use Permits
5.	Article 7 of Chapter 2	Minor Variances
6.	Article 7 of Chapter 3	Off-Street Loading Standards
7.	Article 8 of Chapter 3	Off-Street Parking Standards
8.	Article 10 of Chapter 2	Development Permits
9.	Article 12 of Chapter 3	Sign Standards
10.	Article 9 of Chapter 2	Variances
11.	Chapter 3	General Regulations