The purposes of regulations for residential districts are as follows:

A.

To control the density and distribution of population in conformance with the general plan;

B.

To provide for residential areas that will permit development of rural, single-family, and multi-family living accommodations;

C.

To regulate the development and use of residential areas in a manner that will minimize disturbance of the natural terrain and will preserve the inherent visual amenities and minimize problems of drainage, erosion, and earth movement;

D.

To provide for grouping or clustering of residential structures where appropriate in order to preserve the natural amenities and open space qualities of Portola Valley;

E.

To provide areas for multi-family and mixed-use development that supports a mix of multi-family residential, local retail, consumer service businesses, and professional services;

F.

To provide standards that preserve the rural character of Portola Valley and promote public health, safety and welfare;

G.

To permit public and private facilities needed to serve residential areas; and

H.

To permit and regulate uses and institutions requiring a location in a residential area.

(Ord. 2024-451 § 1 (Att. A), 2024; Ord. 2024-450 § 1 (Att. A), 2024; Ord. 1967-80 § 1 (6500), 1967)