Attached accessory structures shall be made structurally a part of and have a common roof with the primary structure, such as the same roof material or similar pitch.

An accessory structure attached to the primary structure shall comply with the development standards of the applicable zone.

Accessory structures shall be attached to the primary structure that it is designed to serve, and not to any other structure.

A detached accessory structure shall comply with the development standards of the applicable zone unless other standards are provided in this Section.

No detached accessory structure shall be located within a required front or street side setback.

A detached accessory structure shall be located on the rear half of a lot, and a minimum of five feet shall be maintained between a primary structure and a detached accessory structure and between accessory structures on the same lot (see Figure 17.304.020.1 (Accessory Structures)). Carports are not subject to this requirement.

Non-Residential Zones. In non-residential zones, a detached accessory structure may extend into the interior side and rear setbacks. The design of the accessory structures shall adhere to the Architectural Guidelines.

Residential Zones. In residential zones, a detached accessory structure may extend into the interior side and rear setbacks provided no portion of the accessory structure exceeds nine feet in height at the property line, increasing progressively to the maximum height of 20 feet at a point five feet from the property line (increasing at a rate of 2.2 feet or 26.4 inches in height per each additional foot of distance from the property line), and the accessory structure complies with California Building Code (see Figure 17.304.020.2).

Between primary structures. A minimum of 10 feet of space shall be maintained between every primary structure on the same lot, including, but not limited to, a hotel, multi-family residential building, or single-family dwelling.

Wildland fire risk areas.

In single-family residential zones, when any lot line between legal lots runs through a legal nonconforming dwelling, other than an accessory structure, the parcels may be divided as to create a new parcel of not less than 6,000 square feet.

The following exception applies within the portion of the City establishing urban blocks 1 through 136 consecutively; blocks 139, 140, 201, 202, 203, 239, 246, 247, 248, 264, and 265; and including, from the same blocks, those blocks or portions of blocks subsequently reverted to acre-age or redivided such that the original 25-foot lots compromising the blocks or portions of the block are no longer described by the latest equalized County assessment roll. The width of any lot may be 50 feet, provided the following:

No development shall occur, no use shall be established, and no building or Grading Permit shall be issued for any development in areas with a slope greater than 20% until approval of Architectural Design and Site Development Review in compliance with Chapter 17.512 (Architectural Design and Site Development Review).

Prior to Architectural Design and Site Development Review, the review authority shall require geotechnical reports, grading plans, and drainage plans for any development on slopes greater than 20%.

The minimum requirement for lot area width and depth for a residential lot shall comply with Table 17.304.060.A (Slope Lot Standards), unless otherwise provided by this Code.

All proposed residential lots with a slope greater than 25% shall be considered concurrently or after approval of an Architectural Design and Site Development Review of the same site.

Lot slope is calculated as an average slope of the ground area within the required setback lines for primary structures on a lot.

Lot slope is based on natural or existing grade.

The elevations of the points where required setback lines intersect are used to determine the average elevation of each setback line. Specifically, the average elevation of each setback line is calculated by adding the elevations at the line's intersection points and dividing by two. The average lot slope is then calculated by subtracting the average elevation of the most uphill setback line and the average elevation of the most downhill setback line and dividing the sum by the average distance between these two setback lines. See Figure 17.304.060.1 (Lot Slope).

Where required setback lines do not intersect to form a four-sided polygon, average lot slope shall be calculated by dividing the difference between the elevations of the highest and lowest points within the buildable area by the horizontal distance between those two points.

General.

Grading. Grading shall respect the natural contour of the existing terrain whenever possible. The following grading standards shall apply to all land subject to this Subsection, in addition to the grading requirements of LMC Chapter 15.72 (Grading).

Drainage. All proposed drainage facilities shall respect the natural terrain, preserve major drainage channels in their natural state, and be designed in such a manner as to minimize soil erosion and to otherwise preserve the public health, safety, and welfare. The following standards shall apply to all lands subject to this Subsection in addition to the requirements of the City of Lompoc Storm Water Management Ordinance and the adopted Post-Construction Hydro-modification Development Guidelines.

Structures and roads shall be designed to fit the topography of the site with minimal cutting, grading, or filling for construction. Pitched, rather than flat roofs, which are surfaced with nonreflective materials except for solar energy systems, shall be encouraged.

Structures shall be located on-site so as to not intrude or project above the ridgeline skyline as seen from designated scenic road corridors.

Groupings of trees shall be preserved wherever possible consistent with Section 17.304.100 (Tree Protection). Where trees must be removed for building purposes, reforestation with native or naturalized species shall be provided as part of new development in order to maintain forested appearance of the hillside.

Structures shall be concentrated into clusters to preserve larger areas of open space.

The padding and terracing of building sites shall be prohibited, unless it is determined that there is no feasible and reasonable alternative.

Roof structures for the housing or screening of elevators, stairways, or mechanical equipment;

Skylights;

Chimneys;

Solar roof panels and appurtenant equipment;

Public safety communication facilities, such as radio towers and antennas used for emergency service dispatch, that are no taller than necessary to be effective;

Steeples, towers, and other unoccupied architectural features; and

Other similar features as approved by the Director.

Measurement of visibility area. The traffic safety visibility area is a triangle extending five feet from the intersection of two streets and/or alley right-of-way along both streets and connecting the lines across the property.

Height limit. No structure, sign, or landscaping shall exceed three feet in height within the traffic safety visibility area (i.e., sight triangle), unless approved the City Engineer.

Pedestrian safety. Within a driveway sight triangle, no plant material, tree trunks, signage, walls, fences or any other obstructions shall interfere with the driver's view of pedestrians on a public sidewalk.

Height limit. Within the driveway sight triangle, signage, walls, fences, etc., shall not exceed three feet in height. Within the driveway sight triangle, plant material shall not exceed three feet in height at maturity; trees shall be trimmed so that branches are at least seven feet above top of curb level.

Swimming pools shall be completely enclosed by a fence or structure of not less than six feet in height and consistent with screening height limits in Section 17.312.040 (Screening), as practical.

All gates, doors, etc., shall be self-closing and self-latching.

The construction, maintenance, or continued existence of a swimming pool without its complete enclosure by a fence or structure, as specific in this Section constitutes a public nuisance consistent with Chapter 17.628 (Property Nuisances).

No construction noise shall emanate from any site within the City limits after 6:00 p.m. or before 7:00 a.m. Monday through Friday.

There shall be no construction noise from any site before 8:00 a.m. nor after 5:00 p.m. on any Saturday.

No construction shall occur on any site within the City limits on Sunday.

Property owners working on the property at which they reside are exempt from the standards of this Subsection.

Fixture height.

Light and glare.

Temporary lighting. Outdoor lighting for temporary uses may be exempt from this Subsection consistent with Section 17.404.210 (Temporary Uses), Chapter 17.544 (Temporary Use Permit), and subject to Review Authority approval.

No land use shall generate noise exceeding the maximum levels permitted in Table 17.304.090.A (Interior and Exterior Noise Standards).

Mixed-use.

Location, number, and diameter of trees;

Identification of trees for removal; and

Reason for removal.

For every tree over six inches DBH removed, at least one tree shall be planted on-site.

Groups of trees shall be preserved to the extent possible. Where groupings of trees are removed, replanted trees shall replace the total canopy area, in full, upon reaching expected maturity.

Replanting trees as part of this Section shall consist of species identified by the Urban Forestry Division.

The review authority may approve an adjustment to site development standards for the purposes of preserving a tree or group of trees consistent with Chapter 17.528 (Minor Modification).

On-site replacement requirements for significant trees or groups of significant trees may be modified to ensure compatibility with defensible space or fire safety requirements per the City of Lompoc Fire Department.

Except as provided in this Chapter, all required off-street parking spaces shall be located upon the same site as the use for which parking is provided.

Parking lots with more than four spaces must be designed so that vehicles will not back onto public streets.

Parking spaces shall not be located within required setback areas except as otherwise allowed in this Code. The review authority may allow parking spaces in side and rear setback areas in multifamily residential zones if necessary based on lot configuration.

The number and size of handicapped spaces shall be provided in compliance with State and Federal laws.

Parking spaces required for the disabled shall count toward compliance with the number of parking spaces required by this Chapter.

A site shall not be considered to have nonconforming parking if the number of off-street spaces provided is reduced to less than required by this Chapter solely because the lot is re-striped to comply with handicapped parking requirements.

Tandem parking is limited to not more than two vehicles in depth, provided that both spaces are for the same occupancy; and

Tandem parking is not allowed in required front setback area.

Commercial. The OTC Zone is exempt from all parking requirements for commercial uses.

Residential. No parking required for residential uses in the OTC Zone if:

Two bicycle parking spaces, or five percent of required off-street parking spaces, whichever is greater, are required for all uses other than single-family residential. For multi-family residential projects with four or fewer units, no bicycle parking is required if a fully enclosed garage (with a garage door, not a carport) is provided for each unit.

Bicycle parking shall be placed in a convenient, highly-visible, and well-lit location not more than 50 feet walking distance from the main entrance and shall not interfere with pedestrian movements.

Bicycle stalls shall be provided in compliance with the following requirements:

Any lighting used to illuminate a parking lot shall be directed and shielded as to not illuminate surrounding properties (e.g., hooded lights, focused beam lamps).

Light standards shall be in scale with the project setting; however, in no case shall light standards exceed 20 feet in height measured from top of finished grade to the highest point of equipment. Where additional height is required for health and safety reasons, an additional five feet in height is allowed subject to review and approval by the Director.

Screening of the lot from public view shall be provided consistent with Chapter 17.312 (Landscape and Screening Standards).

Lot drainage details and proposed surface treatment shall be subject to the approval of the Building Official, to assure the lot will drain properly and be dust free (i.e., dust inhibitor, gravel, etc.).

Temporary parking areas shall not be used to satisfy any requirement for parking, whether as a condition of approval or as required by this Code.

The review authority may limit the temporary parking use to a certain period of time to achieve compliance with the purpose and intent of this Code.

The cumulative parking reduction does not exceed 50% of the required number of spaces; and

Multi-family residential projects provide a minimum of one parking space per residential unit.

An analysis of the expected travel behavior of employees and visitors to the site.

A description of the existing transportation/circulation system in the project vicinity.

A description of all feasible strategies that would be incorporated into the project to support onsite trip reduction efforts. Feasible trip reduction strategies may include:

Accommodating local shuttle and regional transit systems.

Providing transit shelters.

Providing secure storage lockers for bicycles.

Establishing a park-and-ride lot consisting of no less than 20 spaces to serve the project.

Requirements of multi-modal transportation improvements. Local transportation infrastructure to improve multi-modal transportation and encourage "feet-first" travel (i.e., pedestrian bicycle, transit, etc.) may be provided on or off site.

Employee trip reduction package. Employers may make the following information available to each employee upon their date of hire:

Conceptual Landscape Design Plan. A Conceptual Landscape Design Plan shall be submitted for projects requiring a planning permit or approval consistent with Chapter 17.504 (Application Processing Procedures). As applicable the Conceptual Landscape Design Plan requirement may be combined with the Landscape Documentation Package as required in LMC Chapter 15.52 (Water Efficient Landscape and Irrigation Standards). If no planning permit or approval is required, a final landscape design plan shall be submitted in compliance with Subsection A.2, below.

Final Landscape Design Plan. A final landscape design plan shall be submitted in a Landscape Documentation Package, in compliance with LMC Chapter 15.52 (Water Efficient Landscape and Irrigation Standards), as part of the Building Permit application. The review authority shall approve the final landscape design plan if it is in substantial compliance with this Chapter.

Vegetation Management Plan. Projects that include common areas that are, or are proposed to be, landscaped or open space areas shall submit a vegetation management plan subject to the review and approval of the review authority.

Exceptions. The minimum landscape coverage requirements may be reduced by the review authority as follows:

To limit the amount of hardscape paving in residential areas, paving, both impervious and pervious, shall be limited to a maximum 50% of the front setback.

The review authority may allow up to a 20% increase of the paving area allowed for irregularly shaped parcels that lack sufficient area for adequate driveway and pedestrian access due to topography or other site conditions.

All trees planted along a street frontage shall be of a minimum 15-gallon size or six feet tall and have a one-inch caliper size at chest height, whichever is greater.

All other trees planted in required landscaped areas shall be a minimum of five-gallon size or three feet tall and have a one-inch caliper size at chest height, whichever is greater, unless otherwise approved by the review authority on the basis that the alternate size will achieve the desired immediate and/or long-term effect.

Along any non-residential interior or rear property line abutting residential uses, trees shall be planted a minimum of every 10 feet.

Trees planted under power lines shall not exceed a 24-foot maximum height at maturity.

Screening height. Screening, except for plant material and trees, shall comply with the height limits established in Table 17.312.040.C (Screening Heights).

Height at planting. Where a specific height of planting is required for screening, such landscaping shall comply with Table 17.312.040.D (Height at Planting).

Height measurement.

The relationship of the proposed uses makes the required screening unnecessary;

The intent of this Section can be successfully met by means of alternative screening methods;

Physical constraints on the site make the required screening infeasible; or

The physical characteristics of the site or adjoining lots make the required screening unnecessary.

Industrial. In the industrial zones, a minimum of 10 feet of landscaping of 75% opacity, shall be planted and maintained when new industrial construction adjoins a residential zone.

Commercial. In commercial zones, a minimum of five feet of landscaping of 75% opacity, shall be planted and maintained adjacent to residential zones.

Agriculture. For residential uses, a minimum of five feet of landscaping of 75% opacity, shall be planted and maintained adjacent to areas designated for agriculture.

Residential. For new residential projects, a minimum of five feet of landscaping of 75% opacity, shall be planted and maintained along all property lines adjacent to commercial and industrial uses, except where mixed-use is a component of the residential project.

Open space. Non-invasive local native plants shall be included in landscaping areas and screening areas to protect designated open space and wildlife habitat.

Hazardous materials routes. Where feasible, open space buffers (e.g., landscape strips, masonry walls, etc.) shall be provided between hazardous materials routes and residential neighborhoods.

Fuel breaks. Fuel breaks shall be required around projects in wildland fire hazard areas, in compliance with the Wildland Fire Hazard Areas map in the General Plan. Compliance with the requirements of this Subsection may result in reduced densities on the property.

Roof mounted equipment shall be screened from public view and residential uses consistent with Figure 17.312.040.2 (Screening for Roof Mounted Equipment). This equipment includes, but is not limited to air conditioning, heating, and ventilation ducts; exhaust vents; and utility services.

Ground level mechanical equipment and utility services shall be screened from public view as determined by the Director.

The colors, material, landscaping, and architectural style of screening shall be compatible with other on-site development (e.g., uses the same materials and colors as other structures).

All planting and trees used in screening equipment shall be designed and maintained in compliance with this Chapter.

Barbed type or razor wire is allowed in the I Zone and may be allowed in the BP Zone when not visible from the street or from residential zones subject to Director or Review Authority approval.

All parts of a fence shall be built with a uniform screen or with an open work design that has a minimum of four inches between vertical and horizontal members.

Every parcel of land used for the parking or loading of motor vehicle or motor vehicle sales shall be improved and maintained with landscaping as required in this Section.

Landscaping design plans for commercial parking areas shall be submitted for review and approval by the review authority prior to installation in compliance with Section 17.312.030.A (Landscape Plan Requirement).

Landscaping shall be designed and maintained to screen parking areas from public streets. Screening materials may include a combination of plant materials, earth berms, fences/walls, raised planters, or other screening at a minimum height of four feet, in compliance with Section 17.312.040 (Screening).

Landscaping for the screening of parking areas shall be a minimum of five feet, measured from the back of the sidewalk, and shall be planted with sufficient vegetation to effectively screen the parking area. If no sidewalk exists, distance shall be measured from the edge of right-of-way.

Screening within a traffic safety visibility area shall comply with Section 17.304.070.D (Height Limit at Street Corners).

Amount of landscaping. The minimum landscaped area within a parking area shall comply with Table 17.312.050.A (Required Interior Parking Lot Landscaping).

Location of Landscaping. Landscaping shall be dispersed throughout the parking area and include interior landscaped areas and perimeter landscaping.

Size and time of planting. Plant materials shall be sized and spaced to achieve immediate effect and shall not be less than a five-gallon container for trees with height consistent to Section 17.312.030.E (Trees), one-gallon container for shrubs, and one gallon or less for perennials, vines, and mass planting, unless otherwise approved by the review authority on the basis that the alternate size will achieve the desired immediate and/or long-term effect equally well.

Trees. The minimum number of trees to be provided in any parking area shall be one for every eight parking stalls.

Ground cover and shrubs. The majority of areas required for landscaping shall be covered with ground cover, shrubs, or other types of plants.

Post-Construction Hydromodification Requirements. Post-Construction Hydromodification Storm Water Control Measures (including, but not limited to, rain gardens or bio-retention ponds, permeable pavement, underground cisterns or infiltration chambers) are required by the City's adopted Post-Construction Hydromodification requirements. These requirements may apply to the design of parking and loading areas, and their design shall be submitted with grading plans and landscape plans.

Groundwater recharge. The design of parking lot landscaped areas may be required to include on-site infiltration of storm water run-off, in compliance with the City's adopted Post-Construction Hydromodification requirements, or other applicable Municipal Code requirements.

This Chapter applies to all signs within the City unless specifically exempted.

Nothing in this Chapter shall be construed to prohibit a person from holding a sign while picketing or protesting on City property that is open to the public, so long as the person holding the sign does not block ingress and egress from buildings, create a safety hazard by impending travel on sidewalks, in bike or vehicle lanes, or on trails, or violate any other reasonable time, place, and manner restrictions adopted by the City.

The provisions of this Chapter shall not require alteration of the display of any registered mark, or any trademark, service mark, trade name, or corporate name that may be associated with or incorporated into a registered mark, where such alteration would require the registered mark to be displayed in a manner differing from the mark as exhibited in the certificate of registration issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office. It is the responsibility of the applicant to establish that a proposed sign includes a registered mark.

This Chapter is not intended to, and does not, restrict speech on the basis of its content, viewpoint, or message. No part of this Chapter shall be constructed to favor commercial speech over non-commercial speech. A non-commercial message may be substituted for any commercial message displayed on a sign, or the content of any non-commercial message displayed on a sign that may be changed to a different non-commercial message, without the need for any approval or permit, provided that the size of the sign is not altered. To the extent that any provision of the Chapter is ambiguous, the term shall be interpreted not to regulate on the basis of the content of the message.

Where a particular type of sign is proposed in a permit application, and the type is not expressly allowed, restricted, or prohibited by this Chapter, the review authority shall approve, conditionally approve, or deny the application based on the most similar sign type that is expressly regulated by this Chapter.

Interior building signs.

Any sign, posting, notice or similar signs placed, installed or required by law by the City, County, or a Federal or State governmental agency in carrying out its responsibility to protect the public health, safety, and welfare, including, but not limited, to the following:

Business information signs. Non-illuminated signs which provide business information including, but not limited to, credit card acceptance, business hours, open/closed, or menus provided signs do not exceed an aggregate six square feet in sign area.

Community information bulletin boards approved by the City and signs posted on such boards in compliance with any applicable City posting protocol.

Signs neatly and permanently affixed to a vehicle. Refer also to Section 17.316.040.A.3. Such signage shall not be a banner, board, paper, or any temporary sign and shall not substantially project or deviate above or from the vehicle profile.

Signs that constitute an integral part of a permitted vending machine or similar facilities located outside of a business.

Murals.

Barber poles no more than two and one-half feet in height.

Sign area. Allowable sign area may be increased incrementally by up to 10% if a sign and business frontage identified by the sign are located at certain distances or more from the property line along a street; provided however, that the incremental increase shall only be applied to the sign located at the given distance or more from the property line along the street the sign faces. Table 17.316.030.A identifies the incremental increases allowed (also illustrated by Figure 17.316.030.1).

Sign dimensions. Architectural features or embellishments may exceed the maximum allowable sign height or dimensions by 10% or 12 inches, whichever is greater (Figure 17.316.030.2).

Monument sign base width. The required monumental sign base width may be reduced by 10% when warranted by unique parcel conditions, including elevation changes, irregularly shaped parcel, or natural obstructions, or when an improvement in overall sign design is achieved as determined by the review authority (Figure 17.316.030.2). For example, a sign base required to be four feet wide could be reduced to 3.6 feet.

Corporate sign standards. Adopted corporate sign standards that require signs to be a certain size or dimension may be allowed if the dimensions deviate no more than 10% from the applicable standards established in the chapter. If the deviation exceeds 10%, Sign Program approval would be required. It is the responsibility of the applicant to establish that a proposed sign is compliant with corporate sign standards.

Sign design elements. Increases in the allowable area and/or the height of permanent monument and building mounted signs in non-residential zones may be approved to encourage preferred sign design features that are identified in this Subsection. The preferred design features detailed below are in addition to the base maximum area and height limitations described in Table 17.316.060.A. and in addition to minor modifications allowed by Subsection A. The increases allowed in this Subsection will be allowed as a minor modification consistent with Subsection A. Nothing in this Subsection allows deviations from standards for signs subject to an approved Sign Program unless the Sign Program allows for such deviation. This Subsection is not applicable to temporary signs.

Cumulative adjustments. Where more than one feature listed in Subsection B.1 is proposed, the adjustment allowed for each individual feature is cumulative. Such sign area and/or height adjustment is measured and based upon the base maximum sign area and height for the applicable site as determined in Table 17.316.060.A. The cumulative maximum increase allowed for permanent monument and building mounted signs is 20% for sign area and 15% for sign height.

Signs placed in City right-of-way, except for governmental signs and signs specifically allowed by this Chapter (e.g., bus bench sign, portable signs in the OTC Zone, etc.);

Signs tacked, painted, cut, pasted, or otherwise affixed to trees, light and utility poles, posts, fences, ladders, or similar supports that are visible from the public right-of-way;

No person engaging in the business of automobile repair or selling, renting, or parking vehicles shall park or stand any such vehicle on any street or City public parking lot for display, advertising or storage purposes;

Signs constructed or placed in such a manner as to prevent or interfere with free ingress to or egress from any door, window, or any exit way required by the California Building Code or Fire Department standards;

Signs that obstruct the view of any authorized traffic sign, signal, or other traffic control device; and

Signs constructed or placed in such a way as to be confused with any authorized traffic signal or device.

Abandoned signs;

Illegal signs;

Inflatable or tethered signs or devices, including air-activated graphics;

Pole signs;

Feather signs;

Roof signs;

People signs; and

Off-premises signs, except those permitted by an approved Sign Program pursuant to Section 17.540.020.B.

Lighting devices with intermittent, flashing, blinking, or varying intensity of light or color, including animation or motion picture, or any lighting effects creating the illusion of motion, as well as laser or hologram lights unless explicitly allowed by this Chapter (e.g., electromagnetic messages).

Sound, odor, or smoke.

Rotating or moving sign body or any other portions of the sign whether mechanically or by other means unless explicitly allowed by this Chapter.

Removal of mobile billboard advertising displays authorized. Pursuant to Section 22651(v) and (w) of the California Vehicle Code, a peace officer, or any regularly employed and salaried employee of the City, who is authorized to engage in directing traffic or enforcing parking laws and regulations may remove, or cause to be removed, the mobile billboard, or anything the mobile billboard is attached to including a motor vehicle, located within the territorial limits of the City when the mobile billboard is found upon any public street or any public lands, if all of the following requirements are satisfied:

Permanent advertising signs excepted. Pursuant to Section 21100(p)(2) and (p)(3) of the California Vehicle Code, this Section does not apply to advertising signs that are permanently affixed in a manner that is painted directly upon the body of a motor vehicle, applied to a decal on the body of a motor vehicle, or placed in a location on the body of a motor vehicle that was specifically designed by vehicle manufacturer for the express purpose of containing an advertising sign, such that they are an integral part of, or fixture of a motor vehicle for permanent decoration, identification, or display and that do not extend beyond the overall length, width, or height of the vehicle.

Post storage impound hearing. Section 22852 of the California Vehicle Code applies to this Section with respect to the removal of any mobile billboard advertising display vehicle. Section 22852 is incorporated by reference as if set forth in full herein and provides, in summary, that whenever an authorized employee of the City shall direct the storage operator to provide the vehicle's registered and legal owner(s) of record, or their agent(s), with the opportunity to for a post-storage hearing to determine the validity of the storage. Notice of the storage shall be mailed or personally delivered to the registered and legal owner(s) of record, or their agent(s), with the opportunity for a post-storage hearing to determine the validity of the storage. Notice of the storage shall be mailed or personally delivered to the registered and legal owner(s) within 48 hours, excluding weekends, as specifically provided by for under Section 22852 of the California Vehicle Code. To receive a post-storage hearing, the owner(s) of record, or their agent(s), must request a hearing in person, in writing, or by telephone within 10 days of the date appearing on the notice. The City may authorize its own officer or employee to conduct the hearing as long as the hearing officer is not the same person who directed the storage of the vehicle.

Violation—Penalties. A violation of this Section is a misdemeanor, punishable upon conviction by a fine of not less than $250.00, no more than $1,000.00, or by imprisonment in the County Jail for not more than six months, or by both fine and imprisonment. At the discretion of any person duly authorized by the Chief of Police to issue a citation for any violation of this Section, or the Lompoc City Attorney's Office, a violation of this Section may be an infraction enforced through the parking penalty process set forth in Section 40200 et seq., of the California Vehicle Code.

Any allowed sign may contain, in lieu of any other message or copy, any lawful non-commercial message, provided that the sign complies with the size, height, area, location, and other requirements of this Chapter.

A sign's message should be clearly legible for the intended audience (e.g., vehicular traffic, pedestrians, etc.).

Surface area. The surface area of a sign is calculated by enclosing the extreme limits of all framing, emblem, logo, representation, writing, or other display within a single continuous perimeter composed of squares or rectangles with no more than eight lines. See Figures 17.316.050.1 and 17.316.050.2.

Sign structure. Supporting sign frame and support structures that are clearly incidental to the display itself is not computed as a sign area, except for portable signs.

Double-sided signs. The area of a double-sided sign that has no more than 24 inches separating the outer surfaces of the sign's two parallel planes is computed by multiplying the total height by the total length of only one side of the sign area.

Three-dimensional objects. Where a sign consists of one or more three-dimensional objects (e.g., balls, cubes, clusters of objects, sculpture, or statue-like trademarks), the sign area is measured at their maximum projection upon a vertical plane.

Multiple objects. When signs are composed of individual elements, the area of all sign elements, which together convey a single complete message, are considered a single sign. See Figure 17.316.050.3.

Height. Sign height is measured as the vertical distance from the highest elevation of the finished grade below or surrounding the base of the sign to the top of the highest element of the sign. In cases where substantial fill is proposed, "finished grade" shall be established by the Director consistent with properties in the immediate vicinity, and shall not be artificially raised to gain additional sign height. If highest finished grade surrounding the sign is lower than the grade of an adjacent road, the height of the sign shall be measured from the top of the curb elevation nearest the sign. See Figure 17.316.050.4.

General.

Electronic message signs.

Design and construction.

Materials.

Each sign and supporting hardware shall be maintained in good repair so that it is able to function properly at all times. This includes the replacement of burned out or broken light bulbs and repair or replacement of faded, peeled, cracked, or otherwise damaged parts of a sign.

Signs that have structural or electrical components that may be compromised by weather should be inspected as necessary by a competent engineer or qualifies building inspector, contractor, or sign professional.

Any repair to a sign shall be of materials and design of equal or better quality to as the original sign.

Signs that have been physically damaged by weather or physical impact shall be reviewed by a competent engineer or qualified building inspector, contractor, or sign professional within 24 hours after the damage occurs.

Signs that are not properly maintained and are dilapidated will be deemed a public nuisance and shall be abated in compliance with Section 17.316.110 (Enforcement).

When an existing sign is replaced, all brackets, poles, and other supports that are no longer required shall be removed.

Property owners are responsible for the structural and electrical integrity of signs located on their property and for obtaining all necessary permits in compliance with Chapter 17.540 (Sign Permit and Sign Program).

Landscaping required by this Chapter shall be maintained in a neat, clean, and healthy condition, which includes pruning, mowing of lawns, weeding, removal of litter, fertilizing, replacement of plants when necessary, and the regular watering of all plantings.

Permanent signs in residential zones are allowed in compliance with the standards established in Table 17.316.060.A. The signs listed in Table 17.316.060.A are allowed in any number or combination, unless otherwise noted in the Section.

Multi-family residential subdivisions that have vehicle access off two or more streets shall provide directional signage (e.g., a site map with building locations and addresses) if necessary to facilitate emergency response activities as determined by the Fire Chief.

Awning or canopy signs. An awning or canopy sign is any sign that is painted or applied to the face, valance, or side panel or a projecting structure consisting of a frame and a material covering, attached to and wholly supported by a building wall and installed over and partially in front of doors, windows, and other openings in a building (as defined in Chapter 17.712).

Directory signs. A directory sign is a pedestrian oriented sign used to provide a directory of tenant locations within a multi-tenant building(s) (as defined in Chapter 17.712).

The following standards apply to directory signs (see Figures 17.316.060.2 and 17.316.060.3):

Flags. A flag is a fabric sheet of square, rectangular or triangular shape that is mounted on a pole. This sign type includes official flags of national, state, or local governments. This sign type does not include feather signs (as defined in Chapter 17.712).

The following standards apply to flags (see Figure 17.316.060.4):

Monument signs. A monument sign is an independent, freestanding sign supported on the ground having a solid base (as defined in Chapter 17.712).

The following standards apply to monument signs (see Figure 17.316.060.5):

Parking lot signs. A parking lot sign is a sign placed or displayed in parking lots to supply information to people using such lots, including information with respect to liability as well as entry, exit, and directional information, handicapped parking requirements, and other information to facilitate the safe movement of vehicles served by the parking area (as defined in Chapter 17.712).

The following standards apply to parking lot signs (see Figure 17.316.060.6):

Projecting signs. A projecting sign is a sign projecting from and supported by a wall or building with the display surface of the sign perpendicular to the wall or building (as defined in Chapter 17.712).

The following standards apply to projecting signs (see Figure 17.316.060.7):

Suspended signs. A suspended sign is a sign that is suspended from the underside of an eave, canopy, awning, arcade, or other covered walkway (as defined in Chapter 17.712).

The following standards apply to suspended signs (see Figure 17.316.060.8):

Wall signs. A wall sign is a sign attached to or painted to the exterior wall of a building or structure with the display surface of the sign approximately parallel to the building or structure wall (as defined in Chapter 17.712).

The following standards apply to wall signs (See Figure 17.316.060.9):

Window signs, permanent. A permanent window sign is a sign placed on or behind a window facing a public way. Window signs do not include common wall windows on the inside of a building not visible by the general public from any public right-of-way or any public area (as defined in Chapter 17.712).

The following standards apply to permanent window signs (see Figure 17.316.060.10):

Temporary sign types not listed in Table 17.316.070.A are not allowed (see Section 17.316.020.B Interpretations).

Temporary signs shall be well-maintained consistent with Section 17.316.050.D (Sign Design and Materials).

Temporary signs shall not include attachments, including, but not limited to, balloons, pennant flags, ribbons, loudspeakers, etc.

Temporary signs are not counted toward the total (permanent) allowable sign area or number.

Banner signs. A banner sign is a temporary sign composed of cloth, canvas, plastic, fabric, or similar lightweight, non-rigid material that can be mounted to a structure with cord, rope, cable, or similar method (as defined in Chapter 17.712).

The following standards apply to banner signs (See Figure 17.316.070.1):

Bus bench signs. A bus bench sign is a temporary message located on the backrest of a City bus bench (as defined in Chapter 17.712).

The following standards apply to bus bench signs (see Figure 17.316.070.2):

Portable signs. A portable sign is a sign that rests on the ground and is not designed to be permanently attached to a building or permanently anchored to the ground, including, but not limited to, A-frame and H-frame signs. Portable signs do not include pole or wooden post signs (as defined in Chapter 17.712).

The following standards apply to portable signs (See Figure 17.316.070.3):

Window signs, temporary. A temporary window sign is a sign placed on or behind a window facing a public way. Window signs do not include common wall windows or the inside of a building not visible by the general public from any public right-of-way or any public area (as defined in Chapter 17.712). See Figure 17.316.060.10.

The following standards apply to temporary window signs:

Yard signs. A yard sign is any temporary sign placed in the ground or attached to a supporting structure, posts, or poles, that is not attached to any building, not including banners (as defined in Chapter 17.712).

The following standards apply to yard signs (see Figures 17.316.070.4, 17.316.070.5, and 17.316.070.6):

These standards apply to the OTC Zone.

The standards provided in this Section shall be applied in addition to the standards and requirements otherwise established in this Chapter. If conflicts occur between this Section and other Sections of this Chapter, this Section (17.316.080) shall control.

Signs are representative of, or complementary to, the character of the surrounding district and adjacent architecture, as well as of the structure on which they appear, when considered in terms of scale, color, materials, lighting levels, and adjoining uses;

Signs are in proper scale to the business frontage on which they are displayed and clearly identify the business;

Sign elements on suspended signs, wall signs, and projecting signs not made of flexible material have relief or three-dimensional form (i.e., varied physical depth, projections, relief, or recesses); and

Signs are made of high quality and durable materials appropriate for an urban setting.

Portable signs. The following standards apply to portable signs (Figure 17.316.070.3), in addition to the standards in Table 17.316.070.A. and Section 17.316.070.D.3.

Projecting signs. The following standards apply to projecting signs (Figure 17.316.080.1), in addition to the standards in Table 17.316.060.B. and Subsection 17.316.060.C.6. If conflicts occur between requirements of this Paragraph and other standards in this Chapter, this Paragraph shall control.

Window signs. Window signs, including both permanent and temporary window signs, in the OTC Zone shall not exceed 25% of the total area of the window in which they are displayed.

A nonconforming sign may be continued and shall be maintained in good condition as required by this Chapter, unless provided otherwise in this Section.

Sign copy and face changes, non-structural modifications, and non-structural maintenance (e.g., paining and rust removal) are allowed so long as there is no alteration to the physical structure of support elements of the sign. Changes to sign copy and the sign face require a Sign Permit in compliance with Chapter 17.540 (Sign Permit and Sign Program).

A nonconforming sign may be restored to its original condition if 50% or less of the sign is damaged, provided that the restoration is started within 90 days of the damage occurring and is diligently pursued to completion. A nonconforming sign is deemed to be more than 50% damaged if the estimated cost of reconstruction or repair exceeds 50% of the replacement cost as determined by the Director. Destruction may be voluntary or as required by law.

Changed to another nonconforming sign;

Structurally altered to extend its useful life;

Altered unless required by law or unless the alteration results in the elimination of the nonconformity;

Enlarged;

Moved or replaced; or

Re-established after damage or destruction to 50% or more of the sign (i.e., if the estimated cost of reconstruction or repair exceeds 50% of the replacement cost as determined by the Director).

Any modifications prohibited by Section 17.316.100.C are made to the sign;

The sign is temporary;

The sign is or may become a danger to the public or is unsafe; or

The sign constitutes a traffic hazard not created by the relocation of streets or by acts of the City.

The review authority may grant an exception to the requirements of this Section only after finding that the new proposal sign or alteration to the existing nonconforming sign is significantly more conforming to the provisions of this chapter than the existing nonconforming sign.

The City shall not require the removal of any nonconforming sign on the basis of its height or size by requiring conformance with this Chapter if special topographic circumstances would result in a material impairment of visibility of the sign or the applicant's or user's ability to adequately and effectively continue to communicate with the public through the use of the sign. Special topographic circumstances include, but are not limited to, terrain, contours, off-site structures, streets, and other off-site impediments as determined by the Director. In compliance with these circumstances, the applicant or user may maintain the sign, including change of copy, at the business premises and at a location necessary for continued public visibility at the height or size at which the sign was previously erected consistent with Business and Professions Code § 5499.

Landmark signs are not subject to the requirements of this Section.

At least 10% of the units are designated for low-income households, as defined in § 50079.5 of the Health and Safety Code;

At least five percent of the units are designated for very low-income households, as defined in Section 50105 of the Health and Safety Code;

100% of the units are designated for senior citizens as defined in Sections 51.3 and 51.12 of the Civil Code, or mobile home park that limits residency based on age requirements for housing for older persons in compliance with § 798.76 or 799.5 of the Civil Code;

At least 10% of the total dwelling units are in a common interest development as defined in Section 4100 of the Civil Code for persons and families of moderate income, as defined in Section 50093 of the Health and Safety Code, provided that all units in the development are offered to the public for purchase;

At least 10% of the total units of a housing development for transitional foster youth, as defined in Section 66025.9 of the California Education Code, disabled veterans, as defined in Government Code § 18541, or homeless persons, as defined in the Federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C § 11301 et seq.). These units shall be provided at the same affordability level as very low-income units; or

At least 20% of the total units of a student housing development for lower income students, as defined in Section 65915(b)(1)(F)(II) of the California Government Code.

Setback.

Building height. Up to a 10-foot increase in height.

Floor area ratio. Up to a 20% increase in allowable floor area ratio.

Other incentives. A qualified development may also request incentives not listed above in compliance with Government Code § 65915(d), (k), and (l).

The total number of base units.

The number of proposed affordable housing units and the percent density bonus proposed.

The affordability category and level(s) of the proposed affordable housing units as identified in Table 17.320.030.A.

The unit types (one-bedroom, two-bedroom, etc.) and sizes proposed for both market rate and affordable units.

Description of whether the units will be restricted by age, and if so, the proposed age restriction (e.g., 62 years of age or older).

Location of affordable units within the projects.

Construction schedule and phasing plan.

The specific incentive(s) sought, as described in Section 17.320.070 (Allowed Incentives), if any. The applicant may provide documentation regarding the necessity of the incentive(s) in order to provide affordable housing costs or rents.

Proposed number of parking spaces for both the market rate and affordable units.

If requesting a density bonus based on land donation in compliance with State Government Code § 65915(g), information sufficient to permit the City to determine that the proposed donation conforms with the requirements of Section 65915 and this Code.

If requesting a density bonus or incentive based on the provision of a child care facility in compliance with State Government Code § 65915(h), information sufficient to permit the City to determine that the proposed child care facility conforms with the requirements of Government Code § 65915 and this Code.

Any other information identified by the City's official application form.

A pre-application for a project that includes a density bonus request consistent with this Chapter shall include the following information as a minimum:

Within 90 days after receipt of the pre-application, the City shall provide to the developer a letter which identifies project issues of concern and the procedures for compliance with this Chapter.

Following approval of the agreement, and execution of the agreement by all parties, the City shall record the completed agreement on the parcels designated for the construction of designated dwelling units, at the County Recorder's office.

The approval and recordation shall take place at the same time as the final map or, where a map is not being processed, before the issuance of a Building Permit for the designated dwelling units.

The agreement shall be binding on all future owners, developers, and/or successors-in-interest for the specified term.

Residential developments outside the Old Town Redevelopment Project, Amendment No. 2 Area. Residential developments of 10 units or more that are not exempt pursuant to Subsection B, and that are outside of the Old Town Redevelopment Project, Amendment No. 2 Area, shall be required to comply with inclusionary housing requirements in compliance with Section 17.324.030.A unless an alternative method of compliance, per Section 17.324.040 (Alternative Methods of Compliance), is approved by the review authority.

Residential developments within the Old Town Redevelopment Project, Amendment No. 2 Area. Within the Old Town Redevelopment Project, Amendment No. 2 Area, residential developments shall be required to comply with inclusionary housing requirements in compliance with Section 17.324.030.B, unless an alternative method of compliance, per Section 17.324.040 (Alternative Methods of Compliance), is approved by the review authority.

Live/work units.

Accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units.

Mobile homes.

Emergency shelters and any development operated by a non-profit or social services organization to provide food storage, meal service, and/or temporary shelter to the homeless.

Residential care homes.

Transitional housing.

Supportive housing.

A minimum of 10% of the total units shall be affordable units restricted for occupancy by target income groups, in compliance with Section 17.324.080 (Eligibility, Continued Affordability).

The on-site unit(s) required to satisfy the inclusionary housing requirement shall meet or exceed the housing quality standards described in Section 17.324.070.B (Design Quality) unless a waiver or modification to those standards has been approved by the review authority.

Housing in-lieu fee. Residential developments may choose to satisfy the inclusionary requirement by payment of a housing in-lieu fee. The housing in-lieu fee may be used to satisfy the entire inclusionary requirement or a portion of the inclusionary requirement.

Off-site construction. Off-site affordable housing units may be proposed within the City limits to satisfy the inclusionary requirement for the development. Off-site housing units may include any combination of new units, new units created in existing structures, or acquisition and conversion of existing market-rate units to units that are affordable to target income groups. Off-site units shall meet the same requirements as if they were inclusionary (on-site) units (e.g., number, unit type and size, etc.).

Conveyance of land.

Combination. The review authority may approve any combination of on-site construction, off-site construction, housing in-lieu fees, and land dedication that is at least equal to the inclusionary requirement if it makes the finding in Subsection B.

Affordable units constructed as part of a larger project, shall be comparable in exterior appearance and overall quality of construction to market rate units.

The size and interior features of affordable units may vary from market rate units; however, they shall have the same number of bedrooms and bathrooms.

Affordable units shall be dispersed throughout the project and not concentrated in a single location, to the maximum extent feasible.

No household shall be permitted to occupy or purchase an affordable housing unit required by this Chapter, unless the City or City-authorized entity has approved the household's eligibility. If the City maintains a list of eligible households, households selected to occupy such units shall be first selected from that list in compliance with any applicable rules, agreements, or restrictions.

Any household which occupies or purchases an affordable housing unit required by this Chapter shall occupy that unit as its principal residence and shall not lease or sublease to a different party, unless allowed in special circumstances as documented in the deed restriction.

A standard to provide the City or its qualified designee the continuing right-of-first-refusal to purchase or lease any or all of the designated dwelling units at the appraised value of the units or the value based on the target income levels, whichever is less, subject to the resale restriction;

A covenant stating that the developer or successor-in-interest shall not assign, lease, rent, sell, sublet, or other otherwise transfer any interests for the designated units without the written approval of the City;

That in any action taken to enforce compliance with the deed restrictions, the City Attorney shall, if compliance is ordered by a court of competent jurisdiction, take all action that may be allowed by law to recover all of the City's costs of action including legal services; and

That compliance with the agreement will be monitored and enforced in compliance with the measures included in the agreement.

Initial sales price. The initial sales price of a for-sale inclusionary housing unit shall be based on the developer's estimate of homeowner's associate dues, if any, the City's assumptions for interest rates and other factors, and the methodology or formula for calculating sales prices contained in the Council resolution. The City shall provide the developer with an estimate of the initial sales price for the inclusionary units at an earlier date if so requested by the developer in writing. After the Building Permit is issued, the initial sales price may be adjusted by the City due to changes in market factors upon written request by the developer no less than 90 days prior to marketing of the inclusionary units.

Resale restrictions. Documents to assure continued affordability shall be recorded against the property in compliance with the provisions of Subsections A and B, and the following concerning resale restrictions:

Initial rents for below market rate units. The initial rent of inclusionary units shall be set by the City at least 30 days prior to the marketing of the inclusionary unit, so that the eligible households will pay an affordable rent in compliance with the established affordability level. The initial rent shall be based on the City's assumptions of utility costs and the methodology or formula for calculating rents contained in the Council resolution.

Rent regulatory agreement. A rent regulatory agreement acceptable to the City shall be recorded against the residential development prior to issuance of certificate of occupancy. Such an agreement shall reflect the limitations on rents required by this Chapter, the provisions of Subsection D.1, and the minimum requirements outlined below:

There is no reasonable relationship or nexus between the impact of the development and the amount of the inclusionary requirement;

Special circumstances, unique to the development justify the grant of the waiver or reduction;

The development would not be feasible without the waiver or reduction;

A specific and substantial financial hardship would occur if the waiver or reduction was not granted; or

Another finding deemed reasonable and appropriate by the Commission and City Attorney based on the requirements in this Chapter and the Housing Element.