Norwalk City Zoning Code
CHAPTER 17
05 RESIDENTIAL ZONES
§ 17.05.010 Permitted uses.
In an R-1 zone, no building shall be erected, constructed, reconstructed, or structurally altered, nor shall any building or land be used except as is herein after specifically provided and allowed by this article; except, that all residential development in new subdivisions of five or more lots and any single-family dwelling on a substandard size lot or parcel shall be subject to provisions of Section 17.02.205, governing precise development plans.
In an R-1 zone, the following uses are permitted:
One single-family dwelling, except as provided in Section 17.02.230 (Plot plans), of a permanent character placed in a permanent location.
The renting of not more than two rooms without kitchens to not more than four roomers, or the providing of table board to not more than four boarders, or both, but not to exceed four roomers and boarders in any combination thereof, for a period greater than 30 consecutive calendar days.
Such animals as are permitted under the provisions of Section 17.04.200, and other regulatory provisions of this code, subject to the conditions provided in such sections.
One trailer used as the residence of the owner and his or her family during construction by such owner of a permanent residence upon the premises, but only while a building permit for the construction of such residence is in full force and effect and in no event for longer than one six-month period.
One temporary real estate tract office.
The following, subject to the issuance, existence and validity of a conditional use permit as provided for in Section 17.02.210, and full compliance with each and every condition thereof:
Schools;
Publicly owned parks and playgrounds;
Public utilities and public service uses or structures;
Churches;
Such other uses as are set forth in Chapter 17.04, Article XVIII, upon the conditions therein provided;
Building utilization of side and rear yards for specifically designed properties and developments where permanent control of both sides of an existing or proposed lot line is provided;
Occasional commercial events as determined by the Planning Commission and set forth in the permit at privately owned properties designated as historically significant, subject to the requirements of subsection N of this section.
Home occupations, when conducted in accordance with the requirements of Section 17.02.150, and when a permit therefor, containing any conditions deemed necessary to insure compliance with the requirements of this title, and with its purposes and intents, has been issued by the Planning Division; provided, however, that any occupation may be excluded from certain or all districts, or portions thereof, if determined by the Planning Commission to be incompatible with neighboring residential uses.
Occasional commercial events at privately owned properties designated as historically significant subject to compliance with all of the following requirements:
The subject property must be listed on the National Register of Historical Places or the State Registry of Historical Sites and must be privately owned.
The conditional use permit shall be reviewed at the end of the first year. The Planning Commission may revoke the permit at any time if it finds that the conduct of the commercial events violates any conditions of approval or the performance standards of this chapter.
Parking requirements for the residential and commercial uses shall be met on-site in the rear or side yards. Parking spaces will not be permitted in the front yards or street side of a corner lot. Other parking arrangements utilizing shuttle service or reciprocal parking agreements are encouraged.
Exterior lighting, where used, shall be visually screened and shall not spill over onto adjacent properties or the public right-of-way.
The hours of operation shall be from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Event set-up may commence at 6:00 a.m. but no activity shall occur past 10:00 p.m.
The commercial uses shall be a minimum traffic generator and uses that generate significant volumes of service deliveries will be prohibited.
The noise levels generated by the operation of such activities shall not exceed 45 dBA on adjoining properties zoned or used for residential purposes.
Litter and trash receptacles shall be located at convenient locations and emptied frequently.
Signage shall be compatible with the existing structure in material and form. Such signage shall be removed during the period between the occasional commercial events. Signage shall be restricted to identification and instructional signs; no advertising or signage for other uses shall be permitted. All signage requires a sign permit and must meet sign regulations per Chapter 17.03, Article III of the Norwalk Municipal Code.
All modifications to the architectural integrity and character of the subject property must conform to the Secretary of the Interior Standards for Rehabilitating Historic Buildings.
Prior to each commercial event, the applicant shall submit to the department a site plan for approval showing parking, anticipated traffic generation, lighting, event set-up areas and such other information as the Director deems appropriate.
Occasional commercial events shall not be for more than three consecutive days. Extensions may be granted by the Director upon written request.
Should increased law enforcement be required in the opinion of the Public Safety Coordinator for any commercial event it shall be provided by the applicant at the applicant's expense.
Any use which engages in the provision of alcoholic beverages, including beer and/or wine, for on premises consumption shall comply with the appropriate State Alcoholic Beverage Control licensing requirements. No off-premises consumption is allowed. The use of alcoholic beverages shall be incidental to the commercial event.
A business license shall be required for the commercial events.
Employee housing.
Supportive housing.
Transitional housing.
(Prior code § 27-5.1; Ord. 1452 § 1; Ord. 1540 §§ 2, 7, 2003; Ord. 09-1617 § 2; Ord. 09-1618 § 3; Ord. 14-1657 § 2; Ord. 18-1701 §§ 5, 7, 8; Ord. 21-1722 § 2; Ord. 23-1746, 12/5/2023; Ord. 25-1762, 12/2/2025; Ord. 25-1764, 12/16/2025; Ord. 25-1764, 12/16/2025)
§ 17.05.020 Building height.
No primary building or structure in an R-1 zone shall exceed two stories or 30 feet in height, whichever is the lesser, except that non-dwelling structures which require greater height for functional purposes, such as structures for the housing of tanks, ventilating fans, church spires or similar features may exceed such height, as provided by Section 17.03.230.
The maximum allowable top plate height shall be 14 feet for the first story and 24 feet for the second story.
§ 17.05.030 Front yard.
Every lot and every parcel in an R-1 zone shall have a front yard of not less than 20% of the lot depth, but such front yard need not exceed 20 feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.
§ 17.05.040 Side yards.
Every lot and every parcel in an R-1 zone shall have side yards as follows:
Interior lots or parcels and corner lots or parcels shall have a side yard on each side of the lot or parcel of not less than five feet in width for the first story and 10 feet in width for the second story.
Reversed corner lots or parcels shall have the following side yards:
On the interior side of a reversed corner lot or parcel, the side lot line of which adjoins another lot or parcel, there shall be a side yard of not less than five feet in width for the first story and 10 feet for the second story.
On the street side of a reversed corner lot or parcel, there shall be a first story side yard with a width of not less than 50% of the front yard required on the lot abutting the rear of such reversed corner lot or parcel, and no detached building on such reversed corner lot or parcel shall project closer to the street line than the rear line of the required front yard of the lot abutting the rear of such reversed corner lot or parcel. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.
§ 17.05.050 Rear yard.
Every lot and every parcel in an R-1 zone shall have a rear yard with a depth not less than 20% of the depth of such parcel or lot, provided that such rear yard depth need not exceed 20 feet.
An accessory building or structure constructed in the required rear yard, provided that an open space, equal in area to 50% of the area of the required rear yard or 500 square feet, whichever is less, and meeting the requirements herein specified, is maintained in the rear one-half of the lot (measured along the side property lines), and in any portion of the lot more than 50 feet distant from the front lot line. Such open space shall:
Be contiguous, i.e., not separated;
Have no linear dimension at any point of less than 10 feet; and
Be located on the same lot.
Swimming pools, outdoor recreational ramps, patios, pergolas, and similar type structures not enclosed on more than two sides with permanent construction and materials may be located within the open space area.
Building utilization of required rear yards is permitted, if approved by conditional use permit, for specifically designed properties and developments where permanent control of both sides of an existing or proposed lot line is provided.
§ 17.05.052 Distance between buildings.
The minimum distance between all buildings and structures shall be five feet measured from eave-to-eave.
(Ord. 25-1762, 12/2/2025)
§ 17.05.054 Lot coverage.
The maximum allowable lot coverage shall not exceed 40% of the lot size.
(Ord. 25-1762, 12/2/2025)
§ 17.05.056 Floor area ratio.
The maximum allowable floor area ratio shall not exceed 40% of the lot size.
(Ord. 25-1762, 12/2/2025)
§ 17.05.060 Area. [1]
The following area requirements shall apply to every lot and every parcel in an R-1 zone:
The required minimum area of a lot or parcel in an R-1 zone shall be 5,000 square feet; provided, however, that greater required minimum areas may be established for any lots or parcels by the adoption of official plans. In this zone all lots less than 5,000 square feet in area shall be considered substandard.
The required minimum area of a lot or parcel in an R-1-(4500) - 5000 zone shall be 4,500 square feet. The R-1- (4500) - 5000 zone classification may be established for any lot or parcel by the adoption of official plans. In this zone all lots less than 4,500 square feet in area shall be considered substandard.
No development shall be permitted on any lot which does not meet the requirements of subsection A or B of this section unless one or both of the following are applicable:
Such lot was legally created and is held and recorded under separate and different ownership from all abutting lots at all times on and after June 12, 1991.
Such lot is the result of a combination and reparcelization of two or more substandard lots in which case the minimum lot area shall be 3,700 square feet.
(Prior code § 27-5.6; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
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Editor's Note: Section 2 of Ordinance 1367R, not codified herein, provides for additional provisions for substandard lots.
§ 17.05.070 Lot width.
Except as otherwise provided in this article, every lot and every parcel created after July 22, 1959, and in the R-1 zone, shall have and maintain a width of not less than 50 feet. In this zone, lots less than 50 feet in width shall be considered substandard.
A minimum width greater than 50 feet may be established for any lot or parcel by the adoption of official plans requiring greater width.
In R-1 (4500) - 5000 zone the minimum lot width is 40 feet. Lots having a width of less than 40 feet shall be considered substandard.
No development shall be permitted on any lot that does not meet the requirements of this chapter unless:
(Prior code § 27-5.7; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
§ 17.05.090 Development standards for single-family dwelling units.
Single-family dwellings shall be subject to the following standards:
Every single-family dwelling shall have an eave projection of at least one and one-half feet on all sides of the building(s).
Second stories shall not overhang from the first story from the front, side, and street side of the single-family dwelling.
Every single-family dwelling shall have a roof constructed of wood, shakes, shingle, asphalt composition, crushed rock or other similar roofing material. Reflective, glossy, polished and/or roll-formed type metal roofing is prohibited unless modified by the procedure below.
Additions to single-family dwellings shall be architecturally consistent and have a roof pitch that matches the existing single-family dwelling.
Two-story buildings shall be provided with windows that are recessed a minimum of two inches.
Every single-family dwelling shall have an exterior wall covering of brick, wood, stucco, metal, concrete or similar material. Reflective, vinyl, glossy, polished and/or roll-formed type metal siding is prohibited unless modified by the procedure below.
Every single-family dwelling shall not be less than 20 feet in width and shall have a floor area of not less than 800 square feet, exclusive of garages, porches and patios.
All exterior walls shall have a continuous concrete foundation and comply with all standards of the building code; any exposed foundation shall be architecturally compatible to the exterior design.
Offset of the building facade, or the front of the building, shall be provided.
Every single-family dwelling shall have laundry facilities that are internally accessible to the dwelling it serves.
To provide for the normal functions of family living, floor plans shall be designed to include adequate size and arrangement of rooms, sufficient cupboard space, closet space and storage space, and also include the following:
At least one bathroom shall have access directly from a hallway and not from another room.
A bedroom shall not have its only means of access through another bedroom or solely from the outside.
Secondary access to the outside shall be provided from the kitchen or from the kitchen via a utility area that does not require passage through the living room or a bedroom.
The Director may, without public hearing, approve a modification to the above standards if any of the following findings can be made:
That such modification will enhance architectural compatibility between the proposed structure and existing structures in the surrounding area; or
That a proposed alteration or addition to an existing residence will be a continuation of the existing architectural style; or
That such modification is needed for safety reasons, or to comply with other applicable codes, laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.
Such determination may be by means of elevations, photographs, renderings and/or site plans, as the Director deems necessary. |
The decision of the Director shall be final, unless appealed to the Planning Commission.
Surrender of Registration. Prior to final approval and the connection of utilities for a mobilehome, the fee required by the State Department of Housing and Community Development shall be paid to the Building Department and any vehicle license plate, certificate of ownership, and certificate of registration issued by a State agency shall be surrendered to the Building Department or Planning Division. Where the mobilehome is new and never has been registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles, a written, notarized statement to that effect, from the dealer selling the mobile home, shall be submitted.
§ 17.05.100 Permitted uses.
In an R-2 zone, no building shall be erected, constructed, reconstructed or structurally altered, nor shall any building or land be used except as is hereinafter specifically provided and allowed by this article and Section 17.02.205, governing precise development plans.
In the R-2 zone, the following uses are permitted.
Any use permitted in the R-1 zone, subject to all conditions applicable thereto in such zone.
Two or more single-family dwellings.
Multiple dwellings.
The following, subject to the issuance, existence and validity of a conditional use permit as provided for in Chapter 17.36, and full compliance with each and every condition thereof:
Public playground and parks;
Churches, synagogues, temples and other buildings, including related accessory uses, primarily devoted to religious worship;
Educational institutions;
Public utilities and public service uses or structures;
Building heights exceeding 10 feet for garages and carports in side yards;
Parking, as provided by Chapter 17.03, Article II; and parking at greater ratios may be established by the adoption of an official zoning plan.
Employee housing.
Supportive housing.
Transitional housing.
(Prior code § 27-6.1; Ord. 14-1657 § 3; Ord. 21-1722 § 2; Ord. 23-1746, 12/5/2023; Ord. 25-1762, 12/2/2025)
§ 17.05.110 Building height.
No primary building or structure shall exceed two stories or 30 feet in height, whichever is the lesser, except as provided by Section 17.03.230 for certain roof and similar structures.
The maximum allowable top plate height shall be 14 feet for the first story and 24 feet for the second story.
§ 17.05.120 Front yard.
Every lot and every parcel in an R-2 zone shall have a front yard of not less than 15% of the lot depth, provided that such front yard depth need not exceed 15 feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.
§ 17.05.130 Side yards.
Interior Lot Lines.
Every property less than 50 feet in width shall have a side yard on each side of the property of not less than 10% of the lot width, but in no case less than five feet for the first story and 10 feet for the second story.
Every property 50 feet or more in width shall have a side yard on each side of the property of not less than five feet for the first story and 10 feet for the second story.
Where the interior side lot line of a multiple dwelling of three or more dwelling units abuts an R-1 zone there shall be a side yard of not less than 10 feet on the first story and an additional five feet for the second story.
Abutting Streets.
Every property less than 50 feet in width shall have a side yard abutting the street of not less than five feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.
Every property 50 feet or more in width shall have a side yard abutting the street of not less than 10 feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.
On the street side of a reversed corner lot or parcel, there shall be a side yard for the first story with a width of not less than 50% of the front yard required on the lot or parcel abutting the rear of such reversed corner lot or parcel, and no detached accessory building on such reversed corner lot or parcel shall project beyond the rear line of the required front yard of the lot abutting the rear of such reversed corner lot or parcel. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.
Permitted Uses of Side Yards. Structures shall be prohibited within interior side yards, subject to the following exceptions:
Common outdoor living areas but such areas shall be screened from adjacent streets and properties. These areas may include swimming pools, barbecues, putting greens, court game facilities and any other recreational-leisure facilities necessary to meet the requirements of residents and their guests.
Private patios or yards.
§ 17.05.140 Rear yard.
Every lot and parcel in an R-2 zone shall have a rear yard of not less than 20% of the lot depth but need not exceed 20 feet subject to the following exceptions:
Open parking areas when such areas are permitted upon Planning Commission approval.
Common outdoor living areas but such areas shall be screened from adjacent streets and properties. These areas may include swimming pools, putting greens, barbecues, court game facilities, and any other recreational leisure facilities necessary to meet the requirements of residents and their guests.
Private patios or yards.
§ 17.05.142 Distance between buildings.
The minimum distance between all buildings and structures shall be 10 feet measured from eave to eave.
(Ord. 25-1762, 12/2/2025)
§ 17.05.144 Lot coverage.
The maximum allowable lot coverage shall not exceed 45% of the lot size.
(Ord. 25-1762, 12/2/2025)
§ 17.05.146 Floor area ratio.
The maximum allowable floor area ratio shall not exceed 45% of the lot size.
(Ord. 25-1762, 12/2/2025)
§ 17.05.150 Area.
The minimum required area of a lot or parcel in an R-2 zone shall be 5,000 square feet; provided, however, that greater minimum required areas may be established for any lots or parcels by the adoption of an official zoning plan, and provided, further, that the requirements of this section shall be deemed to be complied with as to any lot or parcel, having less area than herein required, which was held and recorded under separate and different ownership from any adjacent property on July 22, 1959.
(Prior code § 27-6.6; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
§ 17.05.160 Lot width.
Every lot or parcel created after July 22, 1959, shall have and maintain a width of not less than 50 feet; provided, however, that minimum widths greater than 50 feet may be established by the adoption of an official zoning plan requiring greater widths.
(Prior code § 27-6.7; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
§ 17.05.170 Density.
For every lot or parcel containing not less than 5,000 square feet of area, the number of units permitted is two.
For every lot or parcel containing not less than 7,000 square feet of area, the number of units permitted is three.
For every lot or parcel containing not less than 9,000 square feet of area the maximum allowable density shall not exceed 16 dwelling units per acre (one dwelling unit for each 2722 square feet) of net area.
Lesser densities may be established by adoption of an official zoning plan.
(Prior code § 27-6.8; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
§ 17.05.180 Open space.
Every lot in the R-2 zone which is used for multiple dwelling uses shall contain a minimum of 500 square feet of usable open space or shall conform to the standards and requirements herein after specified, whichever is greater.
Minimum Open Space Required.
Standards.
Open space shall be exclusive of parking areas, driveways, turnaround areas, front and side yards; except that side yards a minimum of 10 feet in width may be counted as open space.
Open space shall have no dimension less than 10 feet, and may contain sidewalks, landscaping, pergolas, and swimming pools, but shall otherwise be unoccupied and unobstructed, from the ground upward, except for the following.
One hundred percent of unenclosed areas under balconies and patio covers can be counted as open space;
Fifty percent of the area of decks and balconies can be counted toward open space, to a maximum of 25% of the total open space required;
Fifty percent to 100% of recreation rooms may be included as open space, when considered by the Planning Commission and/or Planning Commission to be an integral part of the open space layout.
(Prior code § 27-6.9; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
§ 17.05.190 Landscaping, architectural and building design standards.
Every development in the R-2 zone shall conform to the following provisions which are considered desirable development standards reflecting the spirit and intent of the multiple-family residential zone. Developments shall incorporate these standards using quality building materials to the maximum extent possible.
Full Site Development. To the maximum extent possible all new construction shall encompass the entire site and partial development incorporating existing structures is discouraged.
Architectural Elements. Developments shall incorporate the following architectural elements using quality building materials to the maximum extent possible:
Multi-level roof lines;
Private entries for each unit;
Covered entries for each unit.
Additionally, a plan shall be submitted for all proposed development which shall demonstrate how, to the maximum extent feasible, the following architectural elements have been incorporated in the development. Such plan shall be subject to the review and approval of the Planning Commission; |
Exterior trim, including but not limited to wood siding, brick, stone, slumpstone, or other decorative treatments;
Varied exterior building materials;
Architectural quality roofing material, siding material, entry doors, windows, and garage doors. Asphalt composition shingles do not constitute architectural quality roofing material. Such materials shall be subject to the approval of the Director;
All concrete areas shall, incorporate a stamped or stained pattern within the parking and circulation areas;
All developments of five or more units shall incorporate an entry kiosk for pedestrian access into the project.
Windows recessed a minimum of three inches.
Amenities. Developments shall incorporate a minimum of four of the following amenities, to be made available to all residents of the development. Amenities shall be maintained in good working order for the life of the development. Provision of a greater number of these amenities shall be dependent on the size and nature of the proposed development, and shall be encouraged for larger developments. All developments shall provide at least 50 square feet of private usable open space for each unit in addition to four of the following amenities:
Children's play area, including play equipment;
Barbecues;
Spa or Jacuzzi;
Pool;
Covered common patio or patios;
Community rooms;
Tennis court;
Weight or exercise rooms;
Fireplaces in units, wood burning or gas;
Security systems;
Water elements;
Laundry facilities that are internally accessible to the unit it serves.
Waste, Garbage and Trash Regulations.
All developments must have trash storage areas which shall be located for the convenience of the residents and for efficiency of collection. One six-foot by eight-foot enclosure is required for projects of five or more units at the ratio of one for every five units for the purpose of storing garbage, waste, refuse and trash. Such enclosure shall have on each side thereof a solid reinforced masonry wall of not less than five feet in height except for openings. All openings shall be equipped with solid, view obscuring gates or doors which meet the height requirement of this section and the fence requirements for durability. Such gates or doors shall be equipped at all times with a fully operating, self-closing device. At least one opening or gate or door shall be of sufficient width to provide reasonable and necessary access to, the storage area and such opening door or gate shall at all times be located and maintained at such a place and in such a fashion that access to the storage area for the deposit and removal of waste, trash, refuse and garbage is reasonably afforded. A roof shall be provided for the trash enclosure.
The finish and color of the enclosure, gate and roof shall be decorative and shall incorporate primary elements from the site building style. Chain link and or vinyl fencing shall not be permitted.
Waste, refuse and trash, other than garbage shall be placed, maintained, and stored in a container of substantial design and construction that will retain therein such trash, refuse and waste and may be readily emptied by trash collectors and which, further, do not readily disintegrate, fall apart, blow, or scatter about the premises.
Garbage, waste, refuse and trash may also be stored in metal bins equipped with wheels of a design approved by the Director. All garbage, waste and refuse and trash contained in such bins shall be maintained within the interior of the metal bins and shall be equipped with a lid which shall be completely closed at all times except when being filled or emptied.
All of the aforementioned containers shall be kept and maintained within the walls of the enclosure except when being emptied by a collector.
There shall be provided and maintained within the storage area trash containers, as aforementioned, of not less than 50 gallon capacity.
No person shall deposit, maintain, accumulate, dispose of, or allow the deposit, accumulation, maintenance or any disposal of any garbage, waste, refuse or trash outside of a building.
§ 17.05.200 Permitted uses.
In an R-3 zone, no building shall be erected, constructed, reconstructed or structurally altered, nor shall any building or land be used except as is herein after specifically provided and allowed by this article and Section 17.02.205, governing precise development plans.
In the R-3 zone, the following uses are permitted:
Any use permitted in the R-1 zone, subject to all conditions applicable thereto in such zone;
Multiple dwellings, including group houses, boarding and lodging houses;
The following, subject to the issuance, existence and validity of a conditional use permit as provided for in Section 17.02.210, and full compliance with each and every condition thereof:
Public playgrounds and parks,
Churches, synagogues, temples and other buildings, including related accessory uses, primarily devoted to religious worship,
Educational institutions,
Public utilities and public service uses or structures,
Such other uses as are set forth in Chapter 17.04, Article XVIII, upon the conditions therein provided,
Multiple dwellings equipped with elevator(s) and other permitted buildings exceeding the height limit, if additional and compatible setbacks are provided so that adjacent buildings and properties are not dwarfed nor significantly affected,
Mortuaries or undertaking establishments, provided that the following minimum conditions and standards are met:
The location shall abut or have direct access to a major or secondary City street or highway,
The architecture shall be of a residential character,
The building site shall be not less than 150 feet in depth and not less than 100 feet in width, and shall comprise an area of at least 20,000 square feet,
No ambulance services or related uses are operated at or from the premises,
Parking, as provided by Chapter 17.03, Article II; and parking at greater ratios may be established by the adoption of an official zoning plan;
Employee housing;
Supportive housing;
Transitional housing;
The following, subject to the issuance, existence and validity of a conditional use permit as provided for in Section 17.02.210; and full compliance with each and every condition thereof:
(Prior code § 27-7.1; Ord. 14-1657 § 4; Ord. 16-1675 § 2; Ord. 21-1722 § 2; Ord. 23-1746, 12/5/2023; Ord. 25-1762, 12/2/2025)
§ 17.05.210 Building height.
No primary building or structure shall exceed two stories or 30 feet in height, whichever is the lesser; except multiple dwellings equipped with elevators and other permitted buildings if either is approved by conditional use permit; and except as provided by Section 17.03.230 for certain roof and similar structures.
The maximum allowable top plate height shall be 14 feet for the first story and 24 feet for the second story.
§ 17.05.220 Front yard.
Every lot and every parcel in an R-3 zone shall have a front yard of not less than 15% of the lot depth, provided that such front yard depth need not exceed 15 feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.
§ 17.05.230 Side yards.
Interior Lot Lines.
The side yard on each side of the property shall not be less than five feet for the first story and 10 feet for the second story.
Where abutting an R-1 zone, the side yard setback shall not be less than 20 feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.
Abutting Streets.
Every property less than 50 feet in width shall have a side yard abutting the street of not less than five feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.
Every property 50 feet or more in width shall have a side yard abutting the street of not less than 10 feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.
Permitted Uses of Side Yards. Structures shall be prohibited within interior side yards, subject to the following exceptions:
Common outdoor living areas but such areas shall be screened from adjacent streets and properties. These areas may include swimming pools, barbecues, putting greens, court game facilities and any other recreational-leisure facilities necessary to meet the requirements of residents and their guests.
Private patios or yards.
§ 17.05.240 Rear yard.
Every lot and parcel in the R-3 zone shall have a rear yard of not less than 20% of the lot depth but need not exceed 20 feet subject to the following exceptions:
Open parking areas when such areas are permitted upon Planning Commission approval.
Common outdoor living areas but such areas shall be screened from adjacent streets and properties. These areas may include swimming pools, putting greens, barbecues, court game facilities, and any other recreational leisure facilities necessary to meet the requirements of residents and their guests.
Private patios or yards.
§ 17.05.242 Distance between buildings.
The minimum distance between all buildings and structures shall be 10 feet measured from eave to eave.
(Ord. 25-1762, 12/2/2025)
§ 17.05.244 Lot coverage.
The maximum allowable lot coverage shall not exceed 50% of the lot size.
(Ord. 25-1762, 12/2/2025)
§ 17.05.246 Floor area ratio.
The maximum allowable floor area ratio shall not exceed 50% of the lot size.
(Ord. 25-1762, 12/2/2025)
§ 17.05.250 Area.
The minimum required area of a lot or parcel in an R-3 zone shall be 5,000 square feet; provided, however, that greater minimum required areas may be established for any lots or parcels by the adoption of an official zoning plan, and provided, further, that the requirements of this section shall be deemed to be complied with as to any lot or parcel, having less area than herein required, which was held and recorded under separate and different ownership from any adjacent property on July 22, 1959.
(Prior code § 27-7.6; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
§ 17.05.260 Lot width.
Every lot or parcel created after July 22, 1959, shall have and maintain a width of not less than 50 feet; provided, however, that minimum widths greater than 50 feet may be established by the adoption of an official zoning plan requiring greater widths.
(Prior code § 27-7.7; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
§ 17.05.270 Density.
For every lot or parcel containing not less than 5,000 square feet of area the number of units permitted is three.
For every lot or parcel containing not less than 7,000 square feet of area the number of units permitted is four.
For every lot or parcel containing not less than 9,000 square feet of area the maximum allowable density shall not exceed 22 dwelling units per acre (one dwelling unit for each 1,980 square feet) of net area.
Lesser densities may be established by adoption of an official zoning plan.
(Prior code § 27-7.8; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
§ 17.05.280 Open space.
Every lot in the R-3 zone which is used for multiple dwelling uses shall contain a minimum of 500 square feet of usable open space or shall conform to the standards and requirements herein after specified, whichever is greater.
Minimum Open Space Required.
Standards.
Open space shall be exclusive of parking areas, driveways, turnaround areas, front and side yards; except that side yards a minimum of 10 feet in width may be counted as open space.
Open space shall have no dimension less than 10 feet, and may contain pedestrian walkways, landscaping, pergolas, and swimming pools, but shall otherwise be unoccupied and unobstructed from the ground upward, except for the following:
One hundred percent of unenclosed areas under balconies and patio covers can be counted as open space;
Fifty percent of the area of decks and balconies can be counted toward open space, to a maximum of 25% of the total open space required; and
Fifty percent to 100% of recreation rooms may be included as open space, when considered by the Planning Commission to be an integral part of the open space layout.
§ 17.05.290 Landscaping, architectural and building design standards.
Every development in the R-3 zone shall conform to the following provisions which are considered desirable development standards reflecting the spirit and intent of the multiple-family residential zone. Developments shall incorporate these standards using quality building materials to the maximum extent possible.
Full Site Development. To the maximum extent possible all new construction shall encompass the entire site and partial development incorporating existing structures is discouraged.
Architectural Elements. Developments shall incorporate the following architectural elements using quality building materials to the maximum extent possible:
Multi-level roof lines.
Private entries for each unit.
Covered entries for each unit.
Additionally, a plan shall be submitted for all proposed development which shall demonstrate how, to the maximum extent feasible, the following architectural elements have been incorporated in the development. Such plan shall be subject to the review and approval of the Planning Commission. |
Exterior trim, including but not limited to wood siding, brick, stone, slumpstone, or other decorative treatments.
Varied exterior building materials.
Architectural quality roofing material, siding material, entry doors, windows, and garage doors. Asphalt composition shingles do not constitute architectural quality roofing material. The materials shall be subject to the approval of the Director.
All concrete areas shall incorporate a stamped or stained pattern within the parking and circulation areas.
All developments of five or more units shall incorporate an entry kiosk for pedestrian access into the project.
Windows recessed a minimum of three inches.
Amenities. Developments shall incorporate a minimum of four of the following amenities, to be made available to all residents of the development. Amenities shall be maintained in good working order for the life of the development. Provision of a greater number of these amenities shall be dependent on the size and nature of the proposed development, and shall be encouraged for larger developments. All developments shall provide at least 50 square feet of private usable open space for each unit in addition to four of the following amenities:
Children's play area, including play equipment;
Barbecues;
Spa or Jacuzzi;
Pool;
Covered common patio or patios;
Community rooms;
Tennis court;
Weight or exercise rooms;
Fireplaces in units, wood burning or gas;
Security systems;
Water elements;
Laundry facilities that are internally accessible to the unit it serves.
Waste, Garbage and Trash Regulations.
All developments must have trash storage areas which shall be located for the convenience of the residents and for efficiency of collection. One six-foot by eight-foot enclosure is required for projects of five or more units at the ratio of one for every five units for the purpose of storing garbage, waste, refuse and trash. Such enclosure shall have on each side thereof a solid reinforced masonry wall of not less than five feet in height except for openings. All openings shall be equipped with solid, view obscuring gates or doors which meet the height requirement of this section and the fence requirements for durability. Such gates or doors shall be equipped at all times with a fully operating, self-closing device. At least one opening or gate or door shall be of sufficient width to provide reasonable and necessary access to the storage area and such opening door or gate shall at all times be located and maintained at such a place and in such a fashion that access to the storage area for the deposit and removal of waste, trash, refuse and garbage is reasonably afforded. A roof shall be provided for the trash enclosure.
The finish and color of the enclosure, gate and roof shall be decorative and shall incorporate primary elements from the site building style. Chain link and or vinyl fencing shall not be permitted.
All garbage stored within such enclosure shall be placed and maintained in a metal or plastic container which has an overlapping fly-tight lid. The lid shall be secured in place at all times when the container is not being filled or emptied.
Waste, refuse and trash, other than garbage shall be placed, maintained, and stored in a container of substantial design and construction that will retain therein such trash, refuse and waste and may be readily emptied by trash collectors and which, further, do not readily disintegrate, fall apart, blow, or scatter about the premises.
Garbage, waste, refuse and trash may also be stored in metal bins equipped with wheels of a design approved by the Director. All garbage, waste and refuse and trash contained in such bins shall be maintained within the interior of the metal bins and shall be equipped with a lid which shall be completely closed at all times except when being filled or emptied.
All of the aforementioned containers shall be kept and maintained within the walls of such enclosure except when being emptied by a collector.
There shall be provided and maintained within such storage area trash containers, as aforementioned, of not less than 50 gallon capacity.
No person shall deposit, maintain, accumulate, dispose of or allow the deposit, accumulation, maintenance or any disposal of any garbage, waste, refuse or trash outside of a building.
§ 17.05.300 Purpose.
The intent and purpose of the R-H zone is to establish a residential zone that recognizes a particular area where the keeping or maintaining of horses and other equine for the personal use of members of the family residing on the property has become or is intended to become an integral part of the character of the area. The keeping of horses and other equine is accessory to residential use and subject to standards and conditions intended to insure compatibility with surrounding areas and within the zone itself.
(Prior code § 27-8.1; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
§ 17.05.310 Permitted uses.
In an R-H zone, no building shall be erected, constructed, or structurally altered, nor shall any building or land be used for any purpose except as is by this article specifically provided and allowed; and subject to provisions of Section 17.02.205, governing precise development plans for new subdivisions of five or more lots, and any single-family dwelling proposed upon a substandard size lot or parcel.
In an R-H zone, the following uses are permitted:
One single-family dwelling subject to all conditions and requirements of the R-1 zone; and customary accessory buildings and structures, including, in addition to those permitted in the R-1 zone, stables, corrals and barns.
Such animals as are permitted under the provisions of Section 17.04.200, and other regulatory provisions of this code, subject to the conditions provided in such sections.
The following, subject to the issuance, existence and validity of a conditional use permit as provided for in Section 17.02.210 of this title, and full compliance with each and every condition thereof:
Schools;
Publicly owned parks and playgrounds;
Public utilities, and public services, uses, or structures;
Churches;
Other such uses as are provided for in Chapter 17.04, Article III, of this title upon the conditions therein set forth;
Building utilization of side and rear yards for specifically designed properties and developments where permanent control of both sides of an existing or proposed lot line is provided.
Employee housing.
Supportive housing.
Transitional housing.
(Prior code § 27-8.2; Ord. 1540 §§ 3, 7, 2003; Ord. 08-1603 §§ 5, 6; Ord. 09-1617 § 3; Ord. 14-1657 § 5; Ord. 18-1701 § 9; Ord. 21-1722 § 2; Ord. 23-1746, 12/5/2023; Ord. 25-1762, 12/2/2025)
§ 17.05.320 Building height.
No primary building or structure in an R-H zone shall exceed two stories or 30 feet in height, whichever is the lesser.
The maximum allowable top plate height shall be 14 feet for the first story and 24 feet for the second story.
§ 17.05.330 Front yard.
Every lot and every parcel in an R-H zone shall have a front yard of not less than 20% of the lot depth, but such front yard need not exceed 20 feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.
§ 17.05.340 Side yards.
Every lot and every parcel in an R-H zone shall have side yards as follows:
Interior lots or parcels and corner lots or parcels shall have a side yard on each side of the lot or parcel of not less than 10% of the width of the lot or parcel, provided that such side yard shall be not less than five feet in width for the first story and 10 feet in width for the second story.
Reversed corner lots or parcels shall have the following side yards:
On the side of a reversed corner lot or parcel, the side lot line of which adjoins another lot or parcel, there shall be a side yard of not less than 10% of the width of the lot or parcel, provided that such side yard shall be not less than five feet in width for the first story and 10 feet in width for the second story.
On the street side of a reversed corner lot or parcel, there shall be a side yard with a width of not less than 50% of the front yard required on the lot abutting the rear of such reversed corner lot or parcel, and no detached building on such reversed corner lot or parcel shall project closer to the street line than the rear line of the required front yard of the lot abutting the rear of such reversed corner lot or parcel.
Building utilization of required side yards is permitted, if approved by conditional use permit, for specifically designed properties and developments where permanent control of both sides of an existing or proposed lot line is provided.
§ 17.05.350 Rear yard.
Every lot and every parcel in excess of 150 feet in depth shall have a rear yard with a depth of 90 feet, measured from the easterly edge of the Los Angeles Flood Control Channel; and lots and parcels less than 150 feet in depth shall have a rear yard with a depth not less than 20% of the depth of such lot or parcel, but such rear yard depth need not exceed 20 feet.
An accessory building or structure may be erected or constructed in the required rear yard, except as provided by subsection E of this section, provided that an open space, equal in area to 50% of the area of the required rear yard or 500 square feet, whichever is less, and meeting the requirements herein specified, is maintained in the rear one-half of the lot (measured along the side property lines), and in any portion of the lot more than 50 feet distant from the front lot line. Such open space shall:
Building utilization of required rear yards is permitted; except as provided by subsection E of this section, if approved by conditional use permit, for specifically designed properties and developments where permanent control of both sides of an existing or proposed lot line is provided.
No habitable building may be erected or constructed, on lots or parcels in excess of 150 feet in depth, within 90 feet of the easterly edge of the Los Angeles Flood Control Channel; nor within 20 feet of the easterly edge of such channel on lots less than 150 feet in depth.
§ 17.05.360 Area.
The following area requirements shall apply to every lot and every parcel in an R-H zone:
The minimum required area of a lot or parcel in an R-H zone shall be 9,000 square feet; provided, however, that greater minimum required areas may be established for any lots or parcels by the adoption of official plans; and provided further, that the requirements of this section shall not apply to any lot or parcel having less area than herein required which was held and recorded under separate and different ownership from any adjacent property since July 22, 1959, the effective date of Ordinance No. 114, if such lot or parcel conformed to the minimum required area for the zone in which such lot or parcel was located immediately prior to such effective date.
(Prior code § 27-8.7; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
§ 17.05.370 Lot width.
Every lot and every parcel created after July 22, 1959, the effective date of Ordinance No. 114, shall have and maintain a lot width of not less than 50 feet; provided, however, that minimum widths greater than 50 feet may be established as to any lots or parcels by the adoption of official plans requiring greater widths.
(Prior code § 27-8.8; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
§ 17.05.380 Building coverage.
For the purposes of this section, swimming pools, patios, pergolas, and similar type structures not enclosed on more than two sides with permanent construction and materials shall not be counted as structures.
(Prior code § 27-8.9; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
§ 17.05.382 Distance between buildings.
The minimum distance between all buildings and structures shall be five feet measured from eave to eave.
(Ord. 25-1762, 12/2/2025)
§ 17.05.384 Lot coverage.
The maximum allowable lot coverage shall not exceed 40% of the lot size.
(Ord. 25-1762, 12/2/2025)
§ 17.05.386 Floor area ratio.
The maximum allowable floor area ratio shall not exceed 40% of the lot size."
(Ord. 25-1762, 12/2/2025)
§ 17.05.390 Development standards for single-family dwelling units.
Development standards shall be governed by Section 17.05.090.
(Prior code § 27-8.10; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
§ 17.05.400 Permitted uses.
In an R-4 zone, no building shall be erected, constructed, reconstructed or structurally altered or undergo substantial exterior remodel or parking modifications without the issuance and approval of a precise development plan, pursuant to Section 17.02.240. Additions and structural alterations which do not require the provision of additional parking spaces, are architecturally compatible, and are consistent with Chapter 17.01, Article IV, may be approved by the Director. The use of any building or land shall be used as specifically provided and allowed by this article and Section 17.02.240.
In the R-4 zone, the following uses are permitted:
Any use permitted in the R-3 zone under the same specified conditions, except that the following uses are not permitted:
Single room occupancy housing.
Multiple dwellings, including group houses, and boarding houses.
The following, subject to the issuance, existence and validity of a conditional use permit as provided for in Section 17.02.210, and full compliance with each and every condition thereof:
Public playgrounds and parks;
Churches, synagogues, temples and other buildings, including related accessory uses, primarily devoted to religious worship;
Educational institutions;
Public utilities and public service uses or structures;
Multiple dwellings and other permitted buildings exceeding the height limit, if additional and compatible setbacks are provided so that adjacent buildings and properties are not dwarfed nor significantly affected;
Heights exceeding 15 feet in height for buildings and structures which encroach into the required side or rear setbacks.
Parking, as provided by Chapter 17.03, Article II; and parking at different ratios may be established by the adoption of an official zoning plan.
Employee housing.
Supportive housing.
Transitional housing.
§ 17.05.410 Building height.
No primary building or structure shall exceed two stories or 30 feet in height, whichever is the lesser; except multiple dwellings equipped with elevators and other permitted buildings if either is approved by conditional use permit; and except as provided by Section 17.03.230 for certain roof and similar structures.
The maximum allowable top plate height shall be 14 feet for the first story and 24 feet for the second story.
§ 17.05.420 Front setback.
Every lot and every parcel in an R-4 zone shall have a front setback from the front property line of not less than 15% of the lot depth, provided that such front setback depth need not exceed 15 feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.
Greater front setbacks may be required by the Planning Commission.
Front setbacks shall be kept clear of any structures, except as specifically allowed in this title, and landscaped, as required by Section 17.03.010 and shall be equipped with an automatic irrigation system and landscaped and maintained in accordance with adopted City standards.
No structures, open storage, equipment, other than approved amenities or landscape feature, shall be maintained in unenclosed or open yard areas visible from abutting street(s), except as specifically allowed in this title.
§ 17.05.430 Side setback.
Interior Lot Lines.
Every property shall have a side setback from the side property line on each side of the property of not less than five feet for the first story and 10 feet for the second story. Where abutting an R-1 zone, not less than 10 feet for the first story and the second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.
Side setbacks shall be kept clear of any structures, except the following may be located within a side setback from an interior lot line:
Abutting Streets.
Every property shall have a side setback from the side property line abutting the street of not less than 10 feet for the first story. The second story shall be setback an additional five feet from the first story.
Side setbacks abutting a street shall be kept clear of any structures, except as specifically allowed in this title, and landscaped, as required by Section 17.03.010.
No structures, open storage, equipment, or amenities shall be maintained in unenclosed or open yard areas visible from abutting street(s), except as specifically allowed in this title.
Side setbacks shall be kept clear of any structures, except the following may be located within a side setback abutting a street:
§ 17.05.440 Rear setback.
Every lot and parcel in the R-4 zone shall have a rear setback from the rear property line of not less than 20% of the lot depth but need not exceed 20 feet.
Greater rear setbacks may be required by the Planning Commission.
Rear setbacks shall be kept clear of any structures, except the following may be located within a rear setback:
Approved residential driveways leading to a legal parking space.
Amenities, as listed in Section 17.05.490(D), shall be screened from adjacent streets and properties, except that these amenities shall be screened from adjacent streets and properties.
Open automobile parking spaces when permitted upon Planning Commission approval.
§ 17.05.442 Distance Between Buildings.
The minimum distance between all buildings and structures shall be 10 feet measured from eave to eave.
(Ord. 25-1762, 12/2/2025)
§ 17.05.444 Lot Coverage.
The maximum allowable lot coverage shall not exceed 60% of the lot size.
(Ord. 25-1762, 12/2/2025)
§ 17.05.446 Floor Area Ratio.
The maximum allowable floor area ratio shall not exceed 60% of the lot size.
(Ord. 25-1762, 12/2/2025)
§ 17.05.450 Area.
The minimum required area of a lot or parcel in the R-4 zone shall be 25,000 square feet. Greater minimum required areas may be established for any lots or parcels by the adoption of an official zoning plan. No development shall be permitted on any lot which does not meet the minimum required area and does not meet the access requirements pursuant to Section 17.03.220.
(Ord. 13-1644 § 1; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
§ 17.05.460 Lot width.
The minimum required width for any lot or parcel in the R-4 zone shall be 100 feet. Greater minimum lot widths may be established for any lots or parcels by the adoption of an official zoning plan. No development shall be permitted on any lot which does not meet the minimum lot width and does not meet the access requirements pursuant to Section 17.03.220.
(Ord. 13-1644 § 1; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
§ 17.05.470 Density.
The allowable density for every lot or parcel in the R-4 zone shall be between 23 and 30 dwelling units per acre.
(Ord. 13-1644 § 1; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
§ 17.05.480 Open space.
Every lot in the R-4 zone which is used for multiple dwelling uses shall contain a minimum of 500 square feet of usable open space or shall conform to the requirements herein after specified, whichever is greater.
Minimum Open Space Required.
Units with one bedroom or less: 200 square feet per unit, with at least 50 square feet of this open space must be private usable open space for each unit.
Units with two bedrooms: 300 square feet per unit, with at least 50 square feet of this open space must be private usable open space for each unit.
Units with three bedrooms or more: 400 square feet per unit, with at least 50 square feet of this open space must be private usable open space for each unit.
Townhouses and Condominiums. Additional open area may be required upon precise development plan review.
Standards.
Open space shall be exclusive of automobile parking spaces, residential driveways, turnaround areas, front, side and rear setbacks; except that rear and side setbacks with a minimum of 10 feet in width may be counted as open space.
Open space shall have no dimension less than 10 feet, and may contain sidewalks, landscaping, pergolas, and swimming pools, but shall otherwise be unoccupied and unobstructed from the ground upward, except for the following:
One hundred percent of unenclosed areas under balconies and patio covers;
Fifty percent of the area of decks and balconies can be counted toward open space, to a maximum of 25% of the total open space required;
Fifty percent to 100% of recreation rooms may be included as open space, when considered by the Planning Commission to be an integral part of the open space layout.
(Ord. 13-1644 § 1; Ord. 21-1722 § 2)
§ 17.05.490 Landscaping, architectural and building design standards.
Every development in the R-4 zone shall conform to the following provisions which are considered desirable development standards reflecting the spirit and intent of the multiple-family residential zone. Developments shall incorporate these standards using quality building materials to the maximum extent possible.
Full Site Development. To the maximum extent possible all new construction shall encompass the entire site and partial development incorporating existing structures is discouraged.
Architectural Elements. Developments shall incorporate the following architectural elements using quality building materials to the maximum extent possible:
Multi-level roof lines.
Private entries for each unit.
Covered entries for each unit.
Exterior trim, including, but not limited to, wood siding, brick, stone, slumpstone, or other decorative treatments.
Varied exterior building materials.
Architectural quality roofing material, siding material, entry doors, windows, and garage doors. Asphalt composition shingles do not constitute architectural quality roofing material. The materials shall be subject to the approval of the Director.
Concrete areas shall incorporate a stamped or stained pattern within the parking and circulation areas.
All developments of five or more units shall incorporate an entry kiosk for pedestrian access into the project.
Building elevations visible from public view shall be enhanced through the incorporation of reveals, recesses, trim elements, and other architectural design features to provide articulation and visual interest to the streetscape.
Additionally, a plan shall be submitted for all proposed development which shall demonstrate how, to the maximum extent feasible, the following architectural elements have been incorporated in the development. Such plan shall be subject to the review and approval of the Planning Commission. |
Windows recessed a minimum of three inches.
Amenities. Developments shall incorporate a minimum of four of the following amenities, to be made available to all residents of the development. Amenities shall be maintained in good working order for the life of the development. Provision of a greater number of these amenities shall be dependent on the size and nature of the proposed development, and shall be encouraged for larger developments. All developments shall provide four of the following amenities:
Children's play area, including play equipment;
Barbecues;
Spa or Jacuzzi;
Pool;
Covered common patio or patios;
Community rooms;
Tennis court;
Weight or exercise rooms;
Fireplaces in units, wood burning or gas;
Security systems;
Water elements;
Laundry rooms facilities that are internally accessible to the unit it serves.
Waste, Garbage and Trash Regulations.
All developments must have trash storage areas which shall be located for the convenience of the residents and for efficiency of collection. One six-foot by eight-foot enclosure is required at the ratio of one for every five units for the purpose of storing garbage, waste, refuse and trash. Such enclosure shall have on each side thereof a solid reinforced masonry wall of not less than five feet in height except for openings. All openings shall be equipped with solid, view-obscuring gates or doors which meet the height requirement of this section and the fence requirements for durability. Such gates or doors shall be equipped at all times with a fully operating, self-closing device. At least one opening or gate or door shall be of sufficient width to provide reasonable and necessary access to the storage area and such opening door or gate shall at all times be located and maintained at such a place and in such a fashion that access to the storage area for the deposit and removal of waste, trash, refuse and garbage is reasonably afforded. A roof shall be provided for the trash enclosure.
The finish and color of the enclosure, gate and roof shall be decorative and shall incorporate primary elements from the site building style. Chain link and or vinyl fencing shall not be permitted.
Waste, refuse and trash, other than garbage shall be placed, maintained, and stored in a container of substantial design and construction that will retain therein such trash, refuse and waste and may be readily emptied by trash collectors and which, further, do not readily disintegrate, fall apart, blow, or scatter about the premises.
Garbage, waste, refuse and trash may also be stored in metal bins equipped with wheels of a design approved by the Director. All garbage, waste and refuse and trash contained in such bins shall be maintained within the interior of the metal bins and shall be equipped with a lid which shall be completely closed at all times except when being filled or emptied.
All of the aforementioned containers shall be kept and maintained within the walls of such enclosure except when being emptied by a collector.
There shall be provided and maintained within such storage area trash containers, as aforementioned, of not less than 50 gallon capacity.
No person shall deposit, maintain, accumulate, dispose of or allow the deposit, accumulation, maintenance or any disposal of any garbage, waste, refuse or trash outside of a building.