For multifamily residential uses, the minimum density should be 25 dwelling units per acre and the maximum density shall be 30 dwelling units per acre.

The maximum floor area ratio shall be 0.5:1 for development that includes only commercial uses, and 1.5:1 for mixed-use development or development that includes only residential uses. Underground parking shall be excluded from the calculation of FAR.

Residential uses are permitted on the ground floor of buildings.

Main entrances to ground floor, nonresidential uses shall be located on primary streets.

The setbacks in the MU zone shall be as follows:

If front setbacks are provided, they shall only be used for landscaping, outdoor merchandise display, outdoor dining, or active pedestrian uses such as plazas, entries or seating.

No wall or architectural feature shall project beyond ground floor setbacks except balconies and bay windows.

Open air setbacks may be permitted for ground floor, nonresidential uses to allow for outdoor use such as outdoor dining, merchandise display, or entry forecourts. Projects incorporating open air setbacks shall include elements defining the wall plane at the edge of the front property line.

A ground floor porch, uncovered or covered and open on three sides, may encroach into the front, side, and corner side setbacks by up to three feet.

Any project abutting an R-1 zone shall comply with R-1 building bulk limits along the common boundary.

With the exception of architectural extensions allowed per subsection (G)(2), no building shall exceed three stories or 35 feet, measured as defined in subsection (G)(4).

Architectural extensions of up to 50 feet in height are allowed for an area of up to ten percent of a building's floor area, provided that the horizontal dimension of each individual extension does not exceed 20% of the corresponding building dimension.

No accessory structure shall exceed 15 feet to the highest point on the structure.

Measurement. For any building or building segment located within 50 feet of a street right-of-way, building height shall not exceed three stories and 35 feet maximum roof height, measured from the curb elevation adjacent the building or building segment to the highest point of the building or building segment. Where a lot has frontage on two or more streets, height shall be measured in relation to the lowest curb elevation adjacent to the building or building segment. For any building or building segment located in excess of 50 feet from a street right-of-way, no portion of a building or building segment shall exceed three stories and 35 feet maximum roof height by more than 20%. For purposes of this requirement, height shall be measured from the existing grade or adjacent finished grade, whichever is lower, to the highest point of the building or building segment. To determine compliance with this section, the community development director may require applicants to submit a topographic survey of the project site, and, if necessary, portions of adjacent sites, prepared by a licensed surveyor or licensed civil engineer, depicting existing contours and the contours of finished grade, if different from existing grade, at elevation change intervals no greater than five feet. Survey measurements also shall indicate the elevations of adjoining curbs or street pavements if no curb exists. Appurtenances may exceed the height limit up to 15 feet for up to 20% of total roof area. For the purposes of this chapter, appurtenances are defined as: a tower, spire, cupola, dome, chimney, mechanical equipment, elevator tower, stairwell, pool equipment, fire equipment, ventilating fans, water tanks, cooling towers, solar panels or the structure to support solar equipment in compliance with state law, guard rails required by the building code for rooftop decks or terraces, permanent trellises and shade structures on rooftop decks or terraces, or other features determined by the director of community development to be similar.

Residential Uses. The standards for parking for residential uses are as follows:

Restaurants. The minimum parking required for restaurants shall be one space for the first 250 square feet of gross floor area, and 15 spaces for each additional 1,000 square feet of gross floor area.

Offices. The minimum parking required for offices shall be three spaces for each 1,000 square feet of gross floor area.

All Other Uses. Unless otherwise specified in Chapter 11.38, the minimum parking required for all other uses shall be one space for the first 1,000 square feet of gross floor area and three spaces for each additional 1,000 square feet of gross floor area.

Shared Parking. Shared parking shall be allowed if sufficient parking is provided during the peak parking demand period as demonstrated by meeting all the following requirements:

Reductions in Minimum Parking. The minimum number of parking spaces provided may be reduced for affordable housing units in accordance with Chapter 11.19 (Affordable Housing Density Bonus) and as otherwise provided for in California Density Bonus Law (Government Code Section 65915, et seq.) or as otherwise provided for by Government Code, under other appropriate circumstances in accordance with state law, or when written evidence justifying the reduction is provided and approved by the decisionmaker.

Location. Vehicle parking shall be located behind buildings.

Off-Street Loading. A minimum of one off-street loading space shall be provided to ensure adequate space to accommodate loading and unloading for moving trucks, delivery vehicles, ride-sharing vehicle pick up and drop off, and other similar uses, consistent with the size of the development, to the satisfaction of the director of community development. Such space(s), whether provided inside or outside a building, shall be in addition to the minimum number of parking spaces required in this section, and shall be designed so as not to impede normal vehicular and pedestrian circulation.

Bicycle Parking. A minimum of one bicycle parking space shall be provided per dwelling unit.

Minimum Landscaping. A minimum of ten percent of the total lot shall be landscaped unless otherwise specified during review of the proposed project by the planning commission or design review commission.

Water Efficiency. All landscaped areas shall be designed and maintained in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 4.23, Water Efficient Landscaping.

Trees. Street trees shall be selected and located in accordance with the city's standards for street trees, and continuously maintained by the property owner. Any removal or pruning of existing trees shall conform to the requirements of the city's tree preservation ordinance (adopted by Ordinance No. 178 and any successor thereto).

Maintenance. Landscaped areas shall be permanently maintained with proper care, weeding, pruning and irrigation. Plants shall be replaced as necessary to maintain conformance with approved landscaping plans.

Parking Area Landscaping.

Tree Preservation. If removal of protected tree(s), as identified within Chapter 11.40, is required to accommodate development of an affordable housing project that must be approved ministerially, the tree(s) shall be replaced onsite, unless a certified arborist determines planting of replacement tree(s) is unfeasible. The size of replacement tree(s) shall be based on the size of the protected tree removed, as follows:

Exterior lighting devices for parking areas and pedestrian walkways shall be provided at adequate levels for safety and security.

Lighting shall be designed to conform to city standards and prevent spillover onto adjacent properties.

Accent lighting of buildings and landscaping is encouraged.

High-intensity lighting, such as neon perimeter strips, is not allowed.

Building service equipment shall not be visible from the public right-of-way and shall be screened to minimize noise and visual impacts to neighboring properties.

Utility service lines shall comply with the underground utilities ordinance.

No wall within a required street-facing setback shall exceed three and one-half feet in height. Walls of less than two feet in height, allowing for seating, are encouraged.

Where a project abuts a residential zone, a six-foot high screening wall, of solid concrete, brick or stone, is required. The wall shall be of finished appearance on both sides. Any length exceeding 25 feet shall be broken up through landscaping, substantial reveals or pilasters, and/or other means. The wall shall be stepped down to a height not to exceed 42 inches when it is located within the extension of the residential front or side street yard setback area(s).

The planning commission may modify or waive wall requirements after notification and an opportunity to be heard has been given to property owners affected by the proposed modification or waiver.

All refuse storage areas must be accessible for pickup, and shall be situated at the rear or side of the building, out of public view.

Each storage area and the access to it shall be smooth, level concrete, and provided with a water line, drain, and self-closing gate.

Each refuse storage area shall be screened by plantings and a minimum six-foot high wall constructed of decorative block or other nonflammable material complementary to the project.

The requirement for the refuse area or its placement may be modified or waived by the design review board or planning commission if it is determined that site conditions present an undue hardship.

Displays shall be less than 20 square feet in area per business, except that larger displays may be permitted for nursery goods, including Christmas tree sales;

Any adjacent sidewalk shall retain at least six feet in width;

Displays should be removed when businesses are closed;

No packaged goods should be displayed.

Common open space shall be provided at a rate of 150 square feet per dwelling unit.

All common open space must be outdoor area on the ground which is open to the elements and which is designed and used for outdoor living and/or recreation, whether such area is paved or not, except that up to 50% of required common open space may be provided as common indoor recreational amenities such as exercise rooms, indoor theaters, or activity rooms. Common open space shall not include parking or vehicle circulation areas.

A minimum of 100 cubic feet of secure storage per dwelling unit shall be provided in addition to all storage areas located within dwelling units.

Mixed use projects shall be designed to minimize noise and vibration from commercial uses located below residential uses.

Buildings should be oriented towards the street, with direct pedestrian entrances off adjacent sidewalks.

Mid-block pass-throughs, either within structures or exterior, are encouraged to provide ease of access to parking areas and add interest to the pedestrian experience.

Direct pedestrian connections should be created throughout the project between residential and nonresidential uses and parking areas.

Compatibility. Architectural features should be internally consistent, complement the character of the surrounding uses, and be compatible with the design, quality, and scale of buildings in the area, with an emphasis on pedestrian-scale features.

Façade Elements.

Entry Articulation. Entries should be the focus of the architecture of their respective elevations. Landscaping, hardscaping and architecture should be integrated to feature entries as dominant elements of the design.

Balconies. Balconies are encouraged as amenities to the units and enhancing elements within the building facades. Where balconies at or above the second floor overlook yards of abutting residential properties or parking areas, effective landscaping screening should be provided. Trellises or canopy structures are recommended for privacy where higher units overlook private open space.

Color. Light reflectance value should not exceed 80% for walls or 50% for visible roofs.