San Dimas City Zoning Code
CHAPTER 18
520 SPECIFIC PLAN NO. 12
§ 18.520.010 Purpose and intent.
A.
The purpose of Specific Plan No. 12 is to provide for the classification and development of parcels of land as coordinated, comprehensive projects so as to take advantage of the superior environment which will result from large scale community planning. The regulations established by Specific Plan No. 12 are intended to allow a diversity of uses. Development standards are created specifically for the project area while ensuring substantial compliance with the intent of this code. Alternative development standards have been incorporated in this specific plan in return for development sensitivity and increased amenities to serve the inhabitants of this and surrounding community areas.
B.
Development standards are proposed to achieve the following objectives:
1.
To provide for the development of safe, comfortable residential areas where residents can enjoy views and a natural setting;
2.
To create a development which blends with the natural setting when viewed from neighboring areas and other parts of the city;
3.
To minimize the alteration of significant natural landforms;
4.
To provide an enriched residential environment with aesthetic cohesiveness, harmonious massing of structures, and interfacing of open space through the utilization of superior land planning and architectural design;
5.
To utilize current practices of good design, architecture, landscape architecture, civil engineering and hillside land planning to preserve, enhance and promote the existing and future appearance and resources of hillside areas.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983)
§ 18.520.020 Authority and scope.
§ 18.520.030 Location.
Specific Plan No. 12 applies to the 234± acre area located north of the San Bernardino Freeway and west of Old San Dimas Road in the Via Verde area.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983)
§ 18.520.040 General notes and conditions.
A.
Unless otherwise specified, all development within Specific Plan No. 12 shall comply with this code. Terms used in this chapter shall have the same meanings as defined elsewhere in this code.
B.
Any details or issues not specifically covered by this specific plan shall be subject to the regulations of this code.
C.
The approval of development within the specific plan area shall be governed by Section 65450 et seq., of the Government Code.
D.
All construction within the boundaries of the specific plan shall comply with all provisions of the Uniform Code and the various mechanical, electrical, and plumbing codes adopted by the city.
E.
Minor modifications to the specific plan which do not give rise to a conflict with the intent of the specific plan as approved, may be approved by the director of community development at his or her discretion.
F.
An environmental impact report which analyses the "worst case" situation for the accumulative impacts for the physical and economic development proposed by the specific plan, has been certified by the city council and is referenced by this subsection.
G.
The area of each planning area is calculated in gross acres exclusive of major perimeter roadways.
H.
Any land use designation not specifically covered by Specific Plan No. 12 shall not be permitted.
I.
If any regulation, condition, program or portion thereof of the specific plan is for any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such portion shall be deemed a separate, distinct and independent provision and the invalidity of such provisions shall not affect the validity of the remaining provisions of this chapter.
J.
The maximum number of allowable dwelling units and their approximate location is established for each residential planning area as specified in the land use development plan, Exhibit
1.
Such development shall be subject to the development standards stated in this chapter. If not specifically stated in the ordinance codified in this chapter, the most restrictive provision of any other ordinance of the city shall apply.
K.
The maximum number of buildable lots and residential units are established on the tentative tract map at the time of approval by the planning commission and the city council based on the topographic conditions, minimization of grading, street and lot layout, orientation of structures and the need for open space. The approval shall also establish the general grading conditions and approximate lot dimensions.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983)
§ 18.520.050 Location.
The general location of all principal land uses is shown on Exhibit 1. All development within the specific plan area shall conform to Exhibit 1 and the development standards established in Article III of this chapter.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983)
§ 18.520.060 Maximum allowable units.
The total number of allowable dwelling units is two hundred seventy as established for the specific plan area and for each planning unit in the land use development plan, Exhibit 1. The number of dwelling units for each planning area is as follows:
A.
Planning area A permits a maximum of fifteen single-family detached units;
B.
Planning area B permits a maximum of fifty-four single-family detached units;
C.
Planning area C permits a maximum of eighty single-family detached units;
D.
Planning area D permits a maximum of one hundred twenty-one single-family attached units.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983)
§ 18.520.070 Open space.
Open space areas are contained in all planning areas and are included in the gross acreage figures for each planning area. The total open space area on site including public, owned in common and large contiguous private open space is 163.6± acres.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983)
§ 18.520.080 Primary uses.
§ 18.520.090 Incidental uses.
Incidental uses permitted in Specific Plan No. 12 are as follows:
B.
Public utility facilities as approved by the directors of community development and public works.
§ 18.520.100 Accessory uses.
Accessory uses permitted in Specific Plan No. 12 are the following uses when they are accessory to the primary permitted uses.
A.
Detached garages;
B.
Fences and walls subject to the provisions of Article III of this chapter;
C.
Community recreation buildings and facilities in attached housing areas;
D.
Other accessory uses of a similar nature which the director of community development or their designee finds consistent with the spirit and intent of this specific plan.
§ 18.520.110 Temporary uses.
Temporary uses permitted in Specific Plan No. 12 are as follows:
A.
Model homes, real estate offices and parking compounds associated with the sale of residential homes, subject to approval by the planning division;
B.
Temporary storage compounds for contractor's trailer and construction equipment during actual construction only;
C.
Real estate and model complex signs relating to the sale, or other disposition of the real property on which the sign is located and which is temporary in nature subject to the regulations of Chapter 18.152 of this title;
D.
Such other uses as are permitted pursuant to Section 18.196.050 of this title.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983; Ord. 1324, 6/10/2025)
§ 18.520.120 Accessory structures.
§ 18.520.130 General.
This article is intended to provide standards for development of all land uses on the property.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983)
§ 18.520.140 Density and land use.
The overall gross density is 1.2 dwelling units per acre for a total of two hundred seventy units.
A.
Planning Area I—Single-family Detached Custom Lots and Open Space. The total number of single-family detached units permitted is fifteen at a density of eight units per acre.
B.
Planning Area II—Single-family Detached and Open Space. The total number of single-family detached units permitted is fifty-four at a density of 1.2 units per acre.
C.
Planning Area III—Single-family Detached and Open Space. The total number of single-family detached units permitted is eighty at a density of 1.1 units per acre.
D.
Planning Area IV—Single-family Attached, Open Space, Passive Recreation and Recreation Vehicle Parking. The total number of single-family attached units permitted is one hundred twenty-one at a density of 1.3 units per acre.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983)
§ 18.520.150 Residential hillside development.
A.
It is the objective of Specific Plan No. 12 to meet the intent and objectives of the city relative to residential hillside development; therefore, all development within planning area I and the open space area shall conform to the provisions of Chapter 18.32 of this title except that uses and densities established in this chapter shall prevail.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983)
§ 18.520.160 Lot size, dimensions and unit size.
Lot sizes, dimensions and setbacks for all residential planning areas shall be as established and approved on the site plan and tentative tract map.
A.
Planning Area I. Lot sizes, dimensions and unit size shall be as follows:
1.
Minimum Lot Size. Lot size may be reduced to no less than fifteen thousand square feet. The exact square footage shall be shown on the final recorded map and shall be determined in accordance with the following procedures:
a.
The developer shall submit a precise plan for development of each lot. The precise plan shall show the most logical location of the custom homes based on the standards as set forth in this chapter,
c.
After the precise plan is approved by the planning commission, the property line shall be determined, based on the location of the precise fence line and shall be shown and recorded on the final map,
d.
The home builder, not the master developer, as a condition of approval, shall construct a decorative open fence or solid masonry fence as approved by the review authority pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title along the property line.
e.
All property outside of the property line shall be shown as open space and maintained by the homeowner's association in accordance with the provisions of Section 18.520.290 of this chapter;
2.
Lot Width. Lot width may be reduced to no less than one hundred feet;
3.
Residential Unit Size. Each residential unit size shall have a minimum of two thousand square feet of living area.
B.
Planning Area II. Lot sizes, dimensions and unit size shall be consistent with the following:
1.
Minimum Lot Size. The minimum lot size shall be nine thousand five hundred square feet;
2.
Lot Width. The standard lot width shall be seventy-five feet. Under no conditions on odd shaped lots shall the width be less than thirty feet at the street;
3.
Residential Unit Size. Each residential unit shall have a minimum of one thousand six hundred square feet of living area.
C.
Planning Area III. Lot sizes, dimensions and unit sizes shall be consistent with the following:
1.
Minimum Lot Size. The minimum lot size shall be seven thousand square feet;
2.
Lot Width. The standard lot width shall be sixty feet. Under no conditions on odd shaped lots shall the width be less than thirty feet at the street;
3.
Residential Unit Size. Each residential unit shall have a minimum of one thousand six hundred square feet of living area.
D.
Planning Area IV. Lot sizes, dimensions and unit size shall be consistent with the following:
1.
Minimum Lot Size. The minimum lot size shall be three thousand eight hundred square feet;
2.
Lot Width. The standard lot width shall be forty feet. Under no conditions on odd shaped lots shall the width be less than thirty feet at the street;
3.
Residential Unit Size. Each residential unit shall have a minimum of one thousand four hundred square feet of living area.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983; Ord. 1324, 6/10/2025)
§ 18.520.170 Open space.
The open space area of the site in which development and landscape transition does not occur will be controlled and protected by the overlay of a scenic easement. The intent of this easement is to preserve the natural character of the open space by restricting the introduction of man-made structures, preserving and enhancing the natural aesthetics while also maintaining the health, safety and general welfare of residents and protection of property. Restrictions in the scenic easement area, as identified on the scenic easement plan, Exhibit 3, are as follows:
A.
Grading and removal of existing plant material is permitted for slope stability and control, fire hazard modification, access and for the promotion of health, safety and protection of property only;
B.
No visible structures, appurtenances, or walls may be constructed in this easement area except for those conditions listed in subsection A of this section;
C.
Introduction of plant material is restricted to native species and those plant types presently existing on-site;
D.
The scenic easement shall be located as depicted on Exhibit 3.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983)
§ 18.520.180 Grading design.
Grading of the site shall conform to the standards set forth in this section. Construction grading permits shall not be issued unless the grading plans have first been approved by the director of community development and the city engineer. Exhibit 4 portrays the grading techniques incorporated into Specific Plan No. 12 to provide contouring and harmony with natural slopes.
The site is divisible into distinct areas and appropriate grading standards have been outlined in this section for each area on an individual basis. These areas are delineated on Exhibit 1.
A.
Planning Area I—Single-family Detached Custom Lots and Open Space.
1.
Grading for the single-family detached custom lots is permitted under the following guidelines:
a.
All permitted slopes are to be contoured and blended to harmonize with natural slopes;
b.
Significant landform features as determined by the planning division, such as prominent trees and areas of special natural beauty shall be preserved;
c.
Maximum vertical height of cuts and fills exposed or retained by walls from toe to top should not exceed twelve feet whenever possible;
d.
The maximum steepness of exposed cuts and fills shall not exceed 2:1, and preferably 3:1 for fills;
e.
No grading of building pads shall be permitted prior to precise plan approval;
f.
No curb cuts shall be permitted prior to precise plan approval.
2.
Maximum vertical heights of cuts and fills as described in A(1)(c) of this section may be exceeded on difficult lots when authorized by a director's review pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title.
3.
Grading is not permitted in the open space area except for the following uses:
a.
Fuel modification and access for fire control and emergency vehicle access,
b.
Recreational access for hiking or other open space uses,
c.
Protection of property from the effects of storm runoff, erosion or unstable soils or geologic conditions,
d.
Road access for surrounding circulation,
e.
Construction of underground utilities,
f.
Landscaping;
4.
Where grading is warranted as specified in this subsection, the following techniques shall be employed:
a.
Contour grading technique shall be used where the graded areas are visible from off-site areas of development,
b.
Grading shall be kept to a minimum and improvements shall be designed to conform to the terrain wherever possible. Graded slopes shall be concealed where possible and transitions between the graded slopes and natural terrain shall be gradually adjusted and blended.
B.
Planning Areas II and III—Single-family Detached and Open Space.
1.
Grading for the single-family detached area is permitted under the following guidelines:
a.
All graded slopes are to be contoured and blended to harmonize with natural slopes,
b.
The maximum steepness of exposed cuts and fills shall not exceed 2:1; and preferably 3:1 for fills,
c.
Graded slopes in excess of twelve feet in vertical height shall be contoured and blended to harmonize with natural slopes where possible,
d.
Housing shall be sited to create variety in grading design, especially in edge areas of high visibility,
e.
Transitions to adjacent areas shall be gradual and blended as much as possible;
2.
Grading is not permitted in the open space area except for the following uses:
3.
Where grading is warranted as in subdivisions (1) and (2) of this subsection, the following techniques shall be employed:
a.
A contour grading technique shall be used where the grading areas are visible from offsite areas of development,
b.
Grading shall be kept to a minimum and improvements shall be designed to conform to the terrain wherever possible. Graded slope shall be concealed where possible and transitions between the graded slopes and natural terrain shall be gradually adjusted and blended.
C.
Planning Area IV—Single-family Attached and Open Space.
1.
Grading of the entire single-family attached lot area is permitted provided the following criteria are met:
a.
Graded slopes in excess of twelve feet in vertical height shall be contoured and blended to harmonize with natural slopes where possible,
b.
Housing shall be sited to create variety in grading design, especially in edge areas of high visibility,
c.
Transitions to adjacent areas shall be gradual and blended as much as possible;
2.
Grading is not permitted in the open space area except for the following uses:
3.
Where grading is warranted as in subdivisions (1) and (2) of this subsection, the following techniques shall be employed:
a.
A contour grading technique shall be used where the grading areas are visible from off-site areas of development,
b.
Grading shall be kept to a minimum and improvements shall be designed to conform to the terrain wherever possible. Graded slopes shall be concealed where possible and transitions between the graded slopes and natural terrain shall be gradually adjusted and blended;
4.
A recreational vehicle parking area as shown on Exhibit 1 will hold a minimum of twenty vehicles;
5.
A 1.3 acre recreational use area is shown on Exhibit 1.
D.
Erosion Control. All manufactured slopes shall be planted or otherwise protected from the effects of storm runoff erosion and shall be benched or terraced as required to provide for adequate stability. Planting shall be designed to blend the slopes with the surrounding terrain and development. Irrigation facilities shall be required where necessary to provide the proper maintenance of the planted areas.
E.
Slope Maintenance. All slopes shall be maintained in accordance with the provisions outlined in the declaration of covenants, conditions and restrictions (CC&Rs) reviewed and approved by the city and recorded as defined by Section 18.520.290.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983; Ord. 1324, 6/10/2025)
§ 18.520.190 Building height.
A.
In planning area I, the maximum building height shall be as follows:
1.
Two stories or thirty-five feet; whichever is less;
2.
Building height shall be measured from the average of the lowest point and highest point of contact with the ground to the highest portion of the structure;
3.
On sloping terrain, three stories or forty-two feet are permitted on downhill lots as measured in subdivision (2) of this subsection, providing they do not exceed two stories above street grade.
B.
In planning areas II through IV, the maximum building height shall be as follows: no building or structure shall exceed two stories, as defined by the Uniform Building Code, or thirty-five feet, whichever is less.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983)
§ 18.520.200 Setbacks.
A.
Front Yard Setbacks.
1.
Planning Area I. Front yard setbacks for all residential land uses shall vary according to topographic conditions and shall be reviewed by a director's review pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title and disposition procedure described in Article V.
2.
Planning Areas II through IV. Minimum front yard setback shall be eighteen feet from back of sidewalk or it no sidewalk exists it shall be measured from property line. The average front yard setback shall be twenty feet. In those areas where physical hardship exists, a lesser minimum setback may be by a director's review pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title.
B.
Side Yard Setbacks—Planning Areas I, II and III. The minimum required side yards for detached single-family residential development shall be five and twelve feet, with the twelve foot side yard being provided on the driveway side of the lot. On corner lots the side yard adjacent to the street shall be a minimum of twelve feet.
C.
Side Yard Setbacks—Planning Area IV. Side yard setbacks for planning area IV shall be zero feet at the attached wall and five feet from the other property line.
D.
Rear Yard Setback—Planning areas I through IV. Minimum rear yard setback shall be five feet measured from the rear property line.
E.
Setbacks for Accessory Structures. Setbacks for accessory structures shall be five feet to the side or rear yard property line.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983; Ord. 1324, 6/10/2025)
§ 18.520.210 Parking and driveways.
In addition to the standards established by Chapter 18.156, the following standards shall apply.
A.
General. Driveways and drives shall be designed to a grade and alignment that will provide the maximum of safety and convenience for vehicular, emergency and pedestrian use and in a manner which will not interfere with drainage or public use of the sidewalks and/or street area. Driveways shall be located and designed to minimize disturbance to natural terrain.
B.
Single-family Detached—Planning Areas I, II and III.
1.
A minimum of two off-street parking spaces within a fully enclosed garage shall be provided for each dwelling unit. In addition, two parking spaces for guests shall be provided for each dwelling unit;
2.
Driveways shall have a minimum width of sixteen feet, unless modified to preserve natural terrain pursuant to the plan disposition procedure;
3.
The occasional use of common driveways serving two or more residences can drastically reduce the potentially monotonous repetition of driveways as well as reduce grading and on-site costs of development. This arrangement shall be encouraged.
C.
Single-family Attached—Planning Area IV.
1.
A minimum of two covered parking spaces shall be provided for each dwelling unit and a minimum of one uncovered space per guest shall be provided for every four dwelling units. The guest parking spaces may be provided on-street. In addition, the following city standards for off-street parking, paved or turf block shall apply:
2.
Storage Facilities. There shall be a common area for parking of trailers, boats, campers, camper shells, motor homes and similar vehicles equal to one ten-foot by twenty-foot storage space for each three dwelling units or fraction thereof. Adequate access and maneuverability shall be provided. The area shall be enclosed with a six-foot high, or greater decorative masonry wall with perimeter screening landscaping.
Landscaping shall include trees and shrubs and shall be sprinkled by an electric remote control sprinkler system. Gates shall be constructed of wood. The area shall be adequately lighted, provided with yard drains for adequate drainage and shall have electrical outlets and hose bibbs.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983)
§ 18.520.220 Street geometrics.
Street designs shall be in accordance with the geometrics shown on Exhibits E through G and/or an approved alternate by the city engineer.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983)
§ 18.520.230 Storm drainage.
The design of storm drainage facilities shall ensure the acceptance and disposal of storm runoff without damage to streets or to adjacent properties. The use of special structures to accept design storm runoff shall be incorporated into the street design where appropriate. All storm drainage facilities shall be subject to the approval of the city engineer.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983)
§ 18.520.240 Landscaping.
A.
Landscape Design Concepts. The general design concept is to maintain the scenic amenity represented by existing natural landforms and vegetation with introduced plant materials designed to harmonize with the natural character of the site. The prominent ridge within the project running east and west shall be retained in the visual areas in its natural state and additional landscaping shall be incorporated with specific perimeter areas to eliminate negative visual impacts on the site through selective screening as shown on Section F of Exhibit 7. A key entry screening and design shall be required as part of the conceptual landscape plan. In addition, a map shall be completed concurrently which designates maintenance responsibilities for the community's homeowner association, as well as the individual homeowners.
B.
Landscape Plan and Plant Materials List. Prior to the issuance of building permits, a conceptual landscaping plan for all developer-installed landscape areas shall be submitted to the planning division for review and approval. The landscape plan shall include design features sensitive to maintaining solar access for each dwelling unit where possible, subject to the final review and approval if necessary by the planning division.
C.
Fire Prevention. In order to reduce potential fire hazards, existing fire prone plant materials shall be eliminated along main roads. Landscape material used shall be selected for its fire retardant characteristics. All plant material shall meet with the requirements of the Los Angeles County fire department.
D.
Installation and Maintenance Responsibility.
1.
All cut and fill slopes in excess of five feet in vertical height shall be planted and irrigated with an automatic irrigation system to promote growth of plants and ground cover to prevent erosion. In developing a site, the developer shall plant and maintain all slopes until the property is occupied by reason of purchase. Developer shall provide suitable guarantees satisfactory to the director of community development for planting and maintenance as required in this chapter.
2.
Maintenance. To ensure continued maintenance of plant materials, an automatic irrigation system shall be provided by the developer. Sprinkler systems shall be designed to provide uniform water coverage. In no event shall the rate of precipitation or duration of sprinklering be permitted to create an oversaturated condition or cause an erosion problem. A functional test of the sprinkler or drip irrigation system shall be performed by the installer in the presence of a building inspector.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983; Ord. 1324, 6/10/2025)
§ 18.520.250 Signs.
§ 18.520.260 Lighting.
All public streets shall be provided with a level of street lighting designed to protect the health, safety and welfare of those living within the development. Street lights shall be mounted on ornamental electroliers. Prior to the installation of any lighting other than street lighting, a general lighting plan shall be approved by the planning division.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983; Ord. 1324, 6/10/2025)
§ 18.520.270 Fencing.
A.
Prior to the issuance of any building permits, a community fencing plan for the entire development described in this chapter shall be approved by the planning division. For each phase a corresponding final fencing plan shall be approved by planning division. The community fencing plan shall clearly indicate the location, height, type of materials and color selections to be utilized for fencing. Areas prohibited from fencing shall be indicated on the community fencing plan. Homeowner installed fencing shall be reviewed and approved by the director of community development.
B.
The fencing or wall proposed as an acoustical barrier between the freeway and residential development shall be clearly shown on the community fencing plan together with pertinent specifications.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983; Ord. 1324, 6/10/2025)
§ 18.520.280 Patio or deck areas.
All development plans shall show a patio or deck area on each hillside lot where appropriate. Unless required as a condition of approval, a developer shall not be required, pursuant to this section, to install a patio or deck area. However, any person wishing to install a patio or deck area shall do so in accordance with a development plan approved by the director of community development. The development plan shall provide for the installation of the patio or deck area by one or more of the following methods:
A.
Cut/fill;
B.
Retaining wall(s);
C.
Cantilevered deck(s).
The planning commission shall by resolution adopt standards and findings governing the designation and installation of patio or deck areas. |
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983; Ord. 1324, 6/10/2025)
§ 18.520.290 Covenants, conditions and restrictions.
A.
A declaration of covenants, conditions and restrictions (CC&Rs) shall be prepared by the developer and submitted to the director of community development and city attorney for review prior to the issuance of building permits. The covenants, conditions and restrictions shall be signed and acknowledged by all parties having record title interest in the property to be developed, shall make the city a party thereto, and shall be enforceable by the city. The covenants, conditions and restrictions shall be approved by the city and recorded by the developer prior to occupancy of units or buildings proposed for this project. The covenants, conditions and restrictions shall be subject to the following conditions:
1.
The covenants, conditions and restrictions shall be prepared and reviewed at the developer's sole cost and expense;
2.
The covenants, conditions and restrictions shall be in the form and content approved by the director of community development and city attorney, and shall include such provisions as are required by this approval and as the officials deem necessary to protect the interest of the city and its residents;
3.
The covenants, conditions and restrictions shall provide for the effective establishment, operation, management, use, repair and maintenance of all common areas and facilities, including but not limited to all open space and scenic easement areas as set forth in Exhibits 1 and 3;
4.
The covenants, conditions and restrictions shall provide that the property shall be developed, operated and maintained so as not to create a public nuisance;
5.
The covenants, conditions and restrictions shall provide that if the property is not maintained in the conditions required by the covenants, conditions and restrictions, then the city, after making due demand and giving reasonable notice, may enter the property and perform, at the owners sole expense, any maintenance required thereon by the covenants, conditions and restrictions or the city's ordinances. The property shall be subject to a lien in favor of the city to secure any such expense not promptly reimbursed;
6.
In addition, the covenants, conditions and restrictions shall contain the following special conditions:
a.
All improvements located within the slope areas, such as landscaping and sprinklers, shall be maintained in safe conditions and a state of good repair,
b.
Failure to maintain such improvements located on slope areas shall be unlawful and a public nuisance endangering the health, safety and general welfare of the public and a detriment to the surrounding community.
(Ord. 791 § 1, 1983)
§ 18.520.300 Purpose.
The purpose of this article is threefold:
A.
To provide the city the necessary assurance at the time of adoption of Specific Plan No. 12 that the community will develop in accordance with the quality and character proposed in this article;
B.
To provide policy guidelines to builders, home residents, engineers, architects, landscape architects and other design professionals in order to maintain design continuity throughout the development and within the home area;
(Ord. 791 § 1 (D), 1983; Ord. 1324, 6/10/2025)
§ 18.520.310 Building design.
Architectural statements should convey a feeling or impression rather than standing out as any particular style. Each residential area should convey its own blend of building forms, textures and site relationships. There is not one particular style but rather an atmosphere which should be the result of building designs, sensitively integrated with the site, the topography and character of the property. Desirable building design goals include, but are not limited to, the following:
A.
The creation of a human scale of buildings such that the structures do not appear to be monumental in size of visual scale;
B.
The promotion of controlled variety by the use of such techniques as breaking up long wall surfaces and roof lines into staggered masses, employing natural or highly textured materials on buildings or walls and employing balconies to provide usable outdoor space as well as visual relief;
C.
Variation in roof forms by the mixing of single with two-story elements, occasional turning on end, the addition of architectural details, or the use of differing heights of roof peaks;
D.
Avoidance of conflicting or "hodge-podge" effects in style or materials within planning areas.
(Ord. 791 § 1 (D), 1983)
§ 18.520.320 Relation to site.
Buildings and other improvements should be appropriate in mass and scale to the site on which they are placed. The site and its relationship to other structures, scenic values, climatic orientation, access and topography should be dominant factors in the design and orientation of structures on each site.
(Ord. 791 § 1 (D), 1983)
§ 18.520.330 Landscape design.
Landscape design and proper use of plant materials can dominate the total image presented by the buildings and building clusters. Landscape materials should include native materials.
Landscape design should respect solar access rights and should be utilized for micro-climatic control around structures and outdoor use areas. The design of fencing and exterior lighting is an integral part of the landscape design process.
(Ord. 791 § 1 (D), 1983)
§ 18.520.340 Selection of materials.
The building and its elements should be unified in textures, colors and materials to provide an order and coherence, not only with themselves, but with the surrounding environment of natural settings. Nature provides a strong coherent order without monotony including symmetrical, asymmetrical, linear and curvilinear forms, and rough and smooth textures. The design of improvements should complement this natural site order and present a visual imagery of area identity and at the same time natural appearance of randomness in form, texture and color.
(Ord. 791 § 1 (D), 1983)
§ 18.520.350 Review requirements-Development plans.
Before any grading or construction for residential development is undertaken on any lot or parcel within the Specific Plan No. 12 area, development plans shall be reviewed and approved pursuant to Chapter 18.12 of this title.
§ 18.520.360 (Reserved)
Prior History: Ord. 791 § 1 (E), 1983; repealed byOrd. 1324, 6/10/2025.
