Open Space District (OS). The purpose of the open space zoning district is to provide for public open space areas which are set aside for low intensity, passive recreational purposes and related uses. The primary uses within the open space zoning district are passive recreational activities, such as trails, picnic areas, bicycle paths, and other nonintensive recreational activities. Only facilities designed to complement the outdoor enjoyment may be considered as an accessory use to the park. No profit-making activities are intended for this zoning district on more than a temporary basis.

Parks and Recreation District (PR). The parks and recreation zoning district is intended to promote a wide range of public and private recreational uses in the community. These uses include community facilities, golf courses, health clubs, public parks and recreation areas, sports parks, or other outdoor athletic facilities and similar outdoor commercial recreational uses.

Conservation District (OS-C). The conservation zoning district is intended for those lands that should remain in a natural state as much as feasible without intrusions from active recreational uses. Improvements may be made to these areas to allow for passive recreational uses or for control of erosion, geologic stability, or other public safety purposes. The construction of buildings or other habitable structures is not permitted. No profit-generating activities are intended for this zoning district on more than a temporary basis.

Conservation-Santa Margarita District (OS-C-SM). The conservation zoning district is intended for those lands within the Santa Margarita area annexation boundaries that are in public or quasi-public ownership for open space purposes that should remain in a natural state as much as feasible without intrusions from active uses. Improvements may be made to these areas to allow for safe limited public access or for control of erosion, geologic stability, or other public safety or utility purposes. The construction of buildings or other structures is not permitted except for flood control structures or public utility facilities, which may be permitted with the approval of a conditional use permit.

Fences, Walls and Hedges.

Minimum Open Space and Landscaping. Open space and landscaping for the PR, OS, and OS-C zoning districts shall be as indicated on Table 17.14.040. In addition, development plans for projects within open space, recreation and conservation zoning districts shall include landscape and irrigation plans. All landscape areas shall be consistent with the city's adopted Water Efficient Landscape Design Ordinance as established in Chapter 17.32 of the Temecula Municipal Code.