The following regulations shall be applicable to all properties and uses in the M-1 and M-2 zones.

(Prior code § 9243.1)

The property development standards set forth here shall apply to all land in the M-zones.

(Prior code § 9243.2 (part))

"Security opening" means security openings in any fencing or landscaping required hereunder, not exceeding four feet in width, at locations shown on an approved site development plan. Security openings shall be protected with an approved ornamental iron or galvanized cyclone fencing.

"View-obscuring fence" means:

A.

A solid masonry wall; or

B.

An approved ornamental iron fence maintained together with view-obscuring landscaping or chain link fence with landscaping on the outside of the chain link fence; or

C.

Any other type of fencing, constructed of noncombustible material, with view-obscuring landscaping on the street side thereof, or, if not visible from the public right-of-way, then landscaping is not required. Such fencing shall be uniformly painted and maintained in such condition on all sides of such fencing visible from any abutting street; or

D.

Any combination of the preceding, if first approved by a site development plan.

(Prior code § 9243.2(J))

Determined on a case-by-case basis, a development site plan is required for the creation of any new lot. Any existing lot which is legal at the time this section is adopted can be developed in accordance with other provisions herein.

(Prior code § 9243.2 (A))

Each lot or parcel of land shall have and maintain off-street parking and loading as prescribed in Chapter 17.52 of this code, off-street parking and loading regulations.

(Prior code § 9243.2 (B))

Each lot or parcel of land shall be provided with facilities for the temporary storage and collection of trash and rubbish (hereafter "facilities"), in accordance with the following:

A.

Such facilities may be located within a building, or, if in the open, shall be enclosed by a view-obscuring wall or fence.

B.

All thrash, rubbish, garbage receptacles and surrounding areas shall be regularly cleaned and maintained in a safe and sanitary condition. All containers shall be of substantial construction and provided with tight-fitting lids.

C.

All trash storage areas shall be located for convenient vehicular access for pickup and disposal.

(Prior code § 9243.2 (C))

Mechanical equipment or utilities or similar machinery located outside of the exterior walls of any building (except window-mounted devices), including roof-mounted equipment, shall be:

A.

Completely screened (M-1 zone), and completely screened from any public right-of-way (M-2 zone) by use of either:

1.

View-obscuring landscaping; or

2.

Architectural features compatible with the main structure(s).

B.

Maintained in a clean and proper condition to prevent collection of litter and to avoid unnecessary noise.

(Prior code § 9243.2 (D))

Each lot or parcel may have signs and sign structures, provided the same are constructed and maintained in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 17.52 of this code, sign regulations.

(Prior code § 9243.2 (E))

A.

Minimum setbacks are shown on Exhibit 17.32.090, Setback Requirements for Industrial Zones.

B.

For any lot or parcel developed after the effective date of this section (11/22/89), the area between the principal building (including an imaginary line extending from the front facade of that building to the side lot lines) and the public street shall be used only for accessory buildings, recreational areas, landscaping, driveways, an improved parking lot or pedestrian access.

C.

A solid masonry wall a minimum of six feet in height shall be constructed along all property lines abutting commercially or residentially zoned property (except that in the required front yard setback a three-foot masonry wall shall be constructed and additional nonview-obscuring wrought iron fencing at least three feet in height may be placed on top of the three-foot wall).

(Prior code § 9243.2 (F))

EXHIBIT 17.32.090

SETBACK REQUIREMENTS FOR INDUSTRIAL ZONES

ILLUSTRATION
FRONT OR STREET SIDEYARD SETBACK— VEHICLE ACCESS DIRECTLY INTO BUILDING

A.

Landscaping is required throughout required setbacks and other open areas which are visible from the public right-of-way and which are not used for parking, access or loading.

B.

Landscaping shall consist of a combination of trees, groundcover and shrubbery to adequately cover all designated landscaped areas when installed.

C.

All landscaping shall be maintained in a neat, clean and healthful manner. Each landscaped area shall be provided with a permanent, underground, automated irrigation system.

D.

Nonliving material shall not be substituted for required landscaping, except that decorative rocks or stones may be substituted for groundcover where trees and shrubbery are sufficiently dense.

E.

If a parking lot or loading area is visible from and is located within fifty feet of the street, it shall be separated from the right-of-way by a landscaped strip that is a minimum of five feet wide and located adjacent to the right-of-way.

F.

If a parking lot has more than ten spaces, five percent of the parking lot area must be landscaped in addition to the requirements of subsection E of this section. If the parking lot is enclosed or is not visible from the public right-of-way, this landscaping may be transferred to any visible location on the site.

G.

A landscape plan (including plans for a permanent underground automated irrigation system) shall be submitted with site plan for all development. All landscaping and trees shall be approved by the city planning division, and installed prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy.

H.

One tree shall be provided for each twenty lineal feet of landscaping. The trees shall be at least six feet in height from the ground to the lowest limb at the time of planting and shall attain an overall height at maturity of at least fifteen feet.

(Prior code § 9243.2 (G))

The height of buildings shall be unlimited except if the lot abuts a residential zone, then the maximum height shall be thirty-five feet, or twenty-five feet if the building is within fifteen feet of the residential property line.

(Prior code § 9243.2 (H))

The ratio of floor area to lot size shall be a maximum of three-to-one in the M-1 zone and a maximum of two-to-one in the M-2 zone.

(Prior code § 9243.2 (I))

A.

A building facade or wall over six feet in height shall be considered decorative if it incorporates architectural variation on its surface. That is, for every six feet in height, an additional surface material or color shall be used.

B.

No buildings may have exterior metal walls which are not covered by decorative siding or veneer (e.g., masonry block or wood or stucco) unless such walls are not visible from the public right-of-way or commercially or residentially zoned property. Exterior metal building walls which are not visible per the above preceding must conform to Exhibit 17.32.130 (B). However, buildings used for emergency equipment and supply storage are exempted from this provision.

C.

In no event shall chain link or any other sheet metal or sheet fiber glass/plastic fencing be used parallel to and visible from abutting streets unless completely screened by landscaping.

(Prior code § 9243.2 (K))

EXHIBIT 17.32.130 (B)
GENERAL STANDARDS FOR METAL PANELS AND COATINGS

A.

All metal wall panels shall be 6 - 90 hot-dipped galvanized steel, and shall not be less than 24 gauge in thickness. All panels and exposed fasteners shall be coated at the factory with products meeting the following specifications:

1.

Colors shall not change more than 5E (hunter) units (per ASTM D-224) for a period of 20 years.

2.

Colors shall not chalk more than a 7 rating (per ASTM D-659) for a period of 20 years.

3.

Coatings shall not peel, crack, check or chip for a period of 20 years.

B.

The following panels illustrated are the only type panels permitted to be used as replacement for existing metal panels:

1.

Embossed architectural panels with concealed fasteners.

2.

Flat 12-inch panels with grooves and concealed fasteners.

3.

Flat 12-inch panels with concealed fasteners.

4.

Type "A" panels.

5.

Vee-rib architectural panels with semiconcealed fasteners.

6.

Shadow-line panels.

7.

Box-rib panels.

8.

Bold-line panels.

C.

No wall may be constructed or reconstructed using any metal other than those listed and illustrated in subsection B of this exhibit. The S-type galvanized corrugated metal panels illustrated below are specifically prohibited.

D.

Any metal building which is granted an exception under the provisions of Exhibit 6, above, must comply with the following:

1.

Planning and community development department would survey building to determine if and to what extent repairs to existing panels are necessary;

2.

Owner must do work in accordance with written specifications of the city and must use a licensed contractor and approved paint;

3.

Must obtain a building permit.

A.

The purposes of this section are to establish exterior color standards for structures in the manufacturing zone to ensure that such structures (except those structures used solely for residential purposes) remain compatible and consistent with surrounding development and the desired character of the community, to promote a positive and attractive industrial or manufacturing environment in the city and to implement the goals and policies of the city's design guidelines. Providing for exterior color standards will create a sense of aesthetic harmony and encourage higher quality development, therefore improving the quality of life and overall image of the city. For purpose of this section, the term "structures" shall refer solely to the following: buildings, accessory buildings, and fences.

B.

Consistent with the city of Montebello's design guidelines for industrial development, the primary body color of the exterior of a structure in the manufacturing zone shall be painted or colored in earth tones and neutral colors. Examples of earth tone or neutral colors include off-whites, siennas, light greys, beiges, tans, browns or other similarly subdued tones, shades, or colors. When choosing exterior colors, consideration shall be given to the color of other structures nearby, with the objective being that the exterior colors of adjacent structures complement one another.

C.

While earth tones and neutral colors shall serve as the dominant overall primary body color of the exterior of a structure in the manufacturing zone, brighter colors may be used to accent other structural elements, such as doors, window frames and other architectural features. Neon colored paint shall not be allowed on any structure. Such brighter colors shall complement the primary body color of the structure as well as highlight decorative details, such as ornaments, trims, fascias, inlays, tile, ironworks, awnings and other architectural features of the structure.

D.

These color standards shall apply to the color of new structures in the manufacturing zone as well as the re-painting and color of existing structures in the manufacturing zone. For purposes of this section, "existing structures" shall mean any structure located in the manufacturing zone which is built and in existence prior to the effective date of this section of the zoning code.

E.

Any property owner or designated representative of the owner of any, existing structure in the manufacturing zone whose existing exterior color(s) do not comply with the color standards set forth herein at the time this section becomes effective shall have eighteen months from the effective date of this section to comply with the provisions herein. Moreover, if an existing structure in the manufacturing zone is re-painted after this section becomes effective and the color(s) used do not conform to these color standards, it shall be subject to code enforcement for compliance.

F.

Exterior Colors—New Structures.

1.

Permits shall be required to re-paint the exterior of any existing structure in the manufacturing zone, provided that no fee shall be charged by the city of Montebello for processing or obtaining the permit. In order to obtain the permit to re-paint the existing structure, the property owner or designated representative of the owner of any existing structure in the manufacturing zone shall submit the proposed exterior color plan to the city's planning division in order to determine if the color plan complies with the color standards set forth herein. For purpose of this section, the terms "exterior color plan," "color plan" or "color plans" shall all refer to any document or rendering describing or depicting the exterior colors to be used on the structure, including but not limited to, a color and materials board or exterior paint color samples. A good faith effort in achieving color compatibility and harmony with adjacent structures is required by all applicants. The planning division shall review and make a determination regarding the proposed color plan. If the color plan is approved by the planning division, a permit shall thereafter be issued to the property owner or designated representative of the owner of the existing structure. If the color plan is not approved by the planning division, the matter may be appealed to the design review board with no fee assessed upon the applicant for purpose of the appeal. As part of the appeal, the applicant may provide a written explanation describing why the proposed color plan is required or that no other alternative color scheme can be employed. The design review board shall review appeals and approve, approve with conditions, or deny the proposed color plans. The decision of the planning commission is final.

2.

With respect to administrative projects other than re-painting of existing structures in the manufacturing zone, the exterior color plans shall be reviewed by the planning division for compliance with the color standards herein. Any property owner or designated agent of the owner of an existing structure in the manufacturing zone objecting to a determination or disapproval of the exterior color plans by the planning division may appeal the matter to the design review board. No fee shall be assessed upon the applicant for purpose of the appeal. As part of the appeal, the applicant may provide a written explanation describing why the proposed color plan is required or that no other alternative color scheme can be employed. The planning commission shall review appeals and approve, approve with conditions, or deny the proposed color plans of the existing structure in the manufacturing zone. The decision of the design review board shall be final.

3.

With respect to discretionary projects (or projects requiring planning commission or city council review) involving existing structures in the manufacturing zone, the exterior color plans shall be reviewed by the design review board for compliance with the color standards herein. Any property owner or designated agent of the owner of an existing structure in the manufacturing zone objecting to a determination or disapproval of the exterior color plan by the design review board may appeal the matter to the city council and pay the requisite fee for the appeal. As part of the appeal, the applicant may provide a written explanation describing why the proposed color plan is required or that no other alternative color scheme can be employed. The city council shall review appeals and approve, approve with conditions, or deny the proposed color plans of the existing structure in the manufacturing zone. The decision of the city council shall be final.

G.

Exterior Colors—Existing Structures.

1.

Exterior colors to be used on new structures in the manufacturing zone shall be reviewed either by the planning division or the design review board as part of its general review process for administrative or discretionary projects. Exterior color review shall be required upon request for any permit or other type of building or land use entitlement required by this code with respect to the construction or development of any new structure in the manufacturing zone. Proposed color plans shall be provided by the applicant as required by the planning division or the design review board. A good faith effort in achieving color compatibility and harmony with adjacent structures is required of all applicants.

2.

With respect to administrative projects, the planning division shall review the proposed color plans. Any applicant objecting to a determination or disapproval of the exterior color plans by the planning division may appeal the matter to design review board with no fee assessed upon the applicant for purpose of the appeal. For purpose of appeal, the applicant may provide a written explanation describing why the proposed color plan is required or that no other alternative color scheme can be employed. With respect to discretionary projects, the planning division shall present the exterior color plans to the design review board. The design review board shall review the proposed color plans and determine compliance with the color standards herein. In reviewing the proposed color plans, the design review board can approve, approve with conditions, or deny the proposed color plans. If the proposed color plans are not approved by the design review board, the applicant can modify the proposed color plans and resubmit them to the design review board, or appeal the matter to the city council within fourteen days of the design review board's action, or the next city council meeting, whichever is sooner. The decision of the city council regarding the appeal of the design review board's determination shall be final.

(Ord. 2246 § 2, 2002)

All uses shall be conducted within a completely enclosed building, or within an enclosed outdoor area which is entirely screened by view-obscuring fence.

(Prior code § 9243.3 (part))

A.

For new development, outdoor storage shall be prohibited between the front of the principal building(s) and the public street which abuts the principal building(s).

B.

Outdoor storage areas shall be completely screened by walls, fences, or landscaping so that they are not visible from the public right-of-way (M-1 and M-2 zones) or from abutting and adjacent properties (M-1 zone).

C.

All outdoor uses areas shall be surfaced with not less than three inches of asphalt or concrete in compliance with the requirements of Chapter 17.52 of this code.

D.

No materials or wastes shall be stored in such a manner that they may be transferred off the lot by natural causes.

E.

Materials which might cause fumes or dust, which constitute a fire hazard, or which are edible by or attractive to rodents or insects shall be stored only in tightly-closed containers in required enclosures or buildings.

F.

All permitted outdoor sales and/or display areas visible from the public right-of-way shall be separated from the public right-of-way by a minimum of a ten-foot wide landscape planter located adjacent to the street facing property lines. In addition a minimum of five percent of such lot area used for outdoor sales or display shall be landscaped in accordance with Section 17.32.100 of this code.

G.

The following outdoor uses are exempted from subsections A and B of this section:

1.

Drive-in uses;

2.

Restaurants;

3.

Service stations;

4.

Electrical distribution substations;

5.

Horticultural nurseries;

6.

Vehicular parking and sales;

7.

Loading docks; and

8.

Other similar uses where outdoor activity is provided for.

(Ord. 2120 §§ 6, 7, 1995; prior code § 9243.3 (A))

A.

Every use shall be so operated that the noise inherently and recurrently generated does not exceed the following levels at the lot line of the lot on which the use is located:

B.

It is unlawful for any person on any property within the city to create any noise, or to allow the creation of any noise on property owned, leased, occupied or otherwise controlled by such person, which causes the noise level when measured on any other property to exceed:

1.

The noise standard for cumulative period of more than thirty minutes in any hour; or

2.

The noise standard plus five dBA for a cumulative period of more than fifteen minutes in any hour; or

3.

The noise standard plus ten dBA for a cumulative period of more than five minutes in any hour; or

4.

The noise standard plus fifteen dBA for a cumulative period of more than one minute in any hour; or

5.

The noise standard plus twenty dBA for any period of time.

C.

For the purpose hereof, the peak decibel reading for a noise with a fluctuating noise level (such as live or recorded music) shall be considered as the noise level for the entire cumulative period of the noise. Likewise, the time between repetitive intermittent noises (such as banging, pounding or hammering) shall be included in the cumulative period of the noise.

(Prior code § 9243.3 (B))

Every use shall be so operated that the ground vibration generated at any time and measured at any point along the lot line on which the use is located shall not be perceptible and shall not exceed the following:

(Prior code § 9243.3 (C))

A.

The use of radioactive materials shall be limited to measuring, gauging and calibration devices, as tracer elements in X-ray and like apparatus, and in connection with the processing and preservation of foods. In no event shall radioactivity, when measured at each lot line, be in excess of 2.7 by ten to the eleventh power microcuries per milliliter of air at any moment of time. Transportation of radioactive materials shall be only along routes approved by the city council.

B.

Radio and television transmitters shall be operated at the regularly assigned wave lengths (or within the authorized tolerances therefor) as assigned thereto by the appropriate governmental agency. All electrical and electronic devices and equipment shall be suitably wired, shielded, and controlled so that in operation they shall not, beyond the lot lines, emit any electrical impulse or wave which will adversely affect the operation and control of any other electrical or electronic devices and equipment.

(Prior code § 9243.3 (D))

A.

All storage, use and disposal of potentially toxic, flammable, or explosive materials shall utilize safety and fire suppression devices as specified by the fire department.

B.

Prior to obtaining an occupancy permit or business license for any industrial use, a fire department clearance must be obtained. A "risk management plan" must be submitted to and approved by the fire department for any use including the use, storage or creation of any actually hazardous material as defined by Section 6.95 of the California Health and Safety Code (in any amount.)

(Prior code § 9243.3 (E))

Heat, humidity, or other climatic influence from any source, shall not be produced beyond the lot lines of the use.

(Prior code § 9243.3 (F))

No operation, activity or lighting fixture shall create illumination which exceeds .5 footcandles at any point on the lot lines of the use, except as necessary to meet the requirements of Section 15.08.110, security provisions.

(Prior code § 9243.3 (G))

No building permit shall be issued for the construction, reconstruction or relocation of any building or structure to be located on any lot in this zone, abutting upon a street having a lesser width than that established by resolution of the city council unless the following requirements are complied with:

A.

Dedication of Street Right-of-way. When the building permit valuation is fifteen thousand dollars or more, the owner of such lot shall make a formal offer of dedication to the city for public street purposes, and all appurtenant uses, of a depth equal to one-half of the width of the street as described in the city council resolution.

B.

Setbacks. The required setback shall be maintained in this zone for all buildings, structures and appurtenant improvements including off-street parking as measured from the right-of-way width established by resolution of the city council.

C.

Off-Site Improvements. When the building permit valuation is seven thousand five hundred dollars, any building permit shall be subject to provide improvements for curb, gutter and sidewalk in compliance with Chapter 15.04 of this code.

(Prior code § 9243.4)