This chapter establishes the residential minimum density overlay zone (the "RMDO Zone"). The creation of this overlay zone provides a mechanism to establish minimum development densities on a given site as a means to help the city achieve its Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) obligations.

(Ord. No. 1183, § 4(Exh. A), 1-14-2025)

The purpose and intent of the RMDO Zone is to designate certain properties as suitable for higher density residential uses. It is intended to facilitate the development of affordable multi-family housing for low- and moderate-income households, enable the city to meet its housing goals, and ensure that affordable housing developments will be compatible with surrounding land uses by establishing appropriate development standards.

Although there are some exceptions, zoning typically establishes the maximum density which is allowed on a given site within the density range established by the applicable general plan land use designation. The creation of this overlay zone provides for a mechanism to establish a minimum density on a site-by-site basis that is greater than the applicable General Plan minimum density without having to amend the underlying zoning. Properties included within the RMDO Zone shall be specified on the approved zoning map to indicate both inclusion in the overlay zone and the minimum development density required.

(Ord. No. 1183, § 4(Exh. A), 1-14-2025)

A.

The provisions of this chapter 17.53 shall apply to all those parcels indicated on the approved zoning map depicting the RMDO Zone area, and in a manner consistent with the identification of boundaries for other zones set forth in title 17 and prior decisions of the city regarding the actual boundaries of properties within city land use zones.

B.

Should a provision of this chapter 17.53 conflict with any other provisions of title 17 of the Rocklin Municipal Code, or any other city resolutions, ordinances, or regulations of the city, this chapter shall control.

(Ord. No. 1183, § 4(Exh. A), 1-14-2025)

A.

Residential Minimum Density Overlay—Residential, 24+ (RMDO-R24+)

1.

Allowed uses shall be as regulated by chapter 17.40 (R-3 Zone).

B.

Residential Minimum Density Overlay—Mixed Use, 24+ (RMDO-MU24+)

1.

Allowed residential uses shall be as regulated by chapter 17.40 (R-3 Zone).

2.

Allowed nonresidential uses shall be as regulated by the underlying zoning district.

C.

Residential Minimum Density Overlay—Mixed Use, 10+ (RMDO-MU10+)

1.

Allowed residential uses shall be as regulated by chapter 17.40 (R-3 Zone).

2.

Allowed nonresidential uses shall be as regulated by the underlying zoning district.

(Ord. No. 1183, § 4(Exh. A), 1-14-2025)

A.

The density of a parcel within the RMDO Zone shall be annotated and defined as follows:

1.

Residential Minimum Density Overlay—Residential, 24+ (RMDO-R24+) - minimum density of twenty-four dwelling units per acre.

2.

Residential Minimum Density Overlay—Mixed Use, 24+ (RMDO-MU24+) - if developed as residential, minimum density of twenty-four dwelling units per acre. If developed as nonresidential, allowed uses and requirements would default to the underlying zoning district, as specified below.

3.

Residential Minimum Density Overlay—Mixed Use, 10+ (RMDO-MU10+) - if developed as residential, minimum density of ten dwelling units per acre. If developed as nonresidential, allowed uses and requirements would default to the underlying zoning district, as specified below.

(Ord. No. 1183, § 4(Exh. A), 1-14-2025)

A.

The development standards for the RMDO-R24+ overlay zone designation shall be as follows:

B.

The development standards for non-residential development in the RMDO-MU24+ overlay zone shall be consistent with the uses and standards of the underlying zoning district.

C.

The development standards for residential development in the RMDO-MU24+ overlay zone shall be as follows:

D.

The development standards for non-residential development in the RMDO-MU10+ overlay zone designation shall be consistent with the uses and standards of the underlying zoning district.

E.

The development standards for residential development in the RMDO-MU10+ overlay zone shall be as follows:

(Ord. No. 1183, § 4(Exh. A), 1-14-2025)