Maintain and further enhance a prominent pedestrian oriented environment throughout all the regulation districts of the downtown;

Promote and encourage economic investment in the downtown area;

Protect and preserve the City's historic architectural character of the downtown core and immediately surrounding areas;

Acknowledge the distinct opportunities that exist in the downtown; and

Ensure the economic vitality of the downtown as the "heart" of Turlock for years to come.

Minimum lot size and dimensions. Minimum lot size and dimensions shall be determined using the base zoning district that corresponds to the proposed use. For residential uses, the minimum lot size and dimension for the R-H zoning district shall apply. For commercial and mixed uses, the following minimum lot size and dimensions apply:

Accommodation for disabled access. Deviations from the setback and height requirements to accommodation for disabled access to an existing structure may be permitted upon approval of a minor administrative approval pursuant to Article 3 of Chapter 9-5 TMC (Minor Administrative and Minor Discretionary Permits).

Security devices. Razor wire, electrified fencing, and similar security devices are prohibited. Barbed wire may be used on a limited basis for nonresidential uses located in the IR overlay district for security or safety purposes with a minor administrative approval issued in accordance with Article 3 of Chapter 9-5 TMC (Minor Administrative and Minor Discretionary Permits); provided, that the barbed wire is not visible from the public right-of-way and is not abutting a residence or residential district.

Once an application has been accepted as complete, the Development Services Director or designee shall take action within thirty (30) days.

Once an application has been accepted as complete, the Development Services Director or designee shall refer the permit application to City departments and any other agencies deemed appropriate by the Development Services Director.

In considering an application for a permit pursuant to this section, the application shall meet all of the following standards:

The permit shall not be deemed to be a discretionary act within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of the Public Resources Code).

The maximum number of beds on a property shall not exceed the following levels:

The development of the property shall be consistent with the General Plan; the Turlock Municipal Code including, but not limited to, this title; the Turlock Standard Specifications and Drawings; the City of Turlock design guidelines; and all other State and Federal codes, laws, and regulations. Design review required pursuant to Article 10 of Chapter 9-5 TMC shall apply and shall be performed in conjunction with review of this permit.

If located within one hundred fifty (150') feet of a residential zoning district, outdoor activity and intake areas shall be screened from public view and from the view of adjacent properties.

Adequate lighting shall be provided in all parking, pedestrian paths, and entry areas. Lights shall be shielded and reflected away from adjacent uses.

Off-street parking shall be provided at a rate of one (1) vehicle parking space per employee (by shift) plus one (1) vehicle parking space for every ten (10) beds. Bicycle parking shall be provided at a rate of one (1) space for every three (3) beds and shall meet the California Building Code requirements. Off-street parking within five hundred (500') feet devoted to the shelter during its operating hours by formal contractual agreement between the shelter operator and the property owner may be approved by Planning Division as satisfying the off-street parking requirement. Parking available on street along the street frontage of the property on which the shelter is located may also be counted toward satisfying the off-street parking requirement.

Adequate management, support staff, and security must be present during the hours of operation of the facility. A minimum of one (1) supervisory level staff member must be present on the site during hours of operation. Operator(s) must ensure that loitering does not occur on the property during off-hours and must ensure that clients are not loitering, littering, or otherwise creating a nuisance to the neighborhood. A security plan shall be submitted to the Turlock Police Department for approval and must be approved before the facility begins operation and annually thereafter. If a client is socially disruptive or is responsible for creating any type of nuisance to the neighborhood or facility, the operator must discharge the client and notify the Turlock Police Department.

The security plan prepared under subsection (f) of this section must include the hours of operation and intake period and must provide at least one (1) employee or volunteer of the same sex as clients. Alcohol, weapons, and illegal substances shall not be allowed on the site at any time. The operator must comply with all laws and shall notify the Police Department of all crimes in accordance with the security plan.

If twenty-six (26) or more beds are included in the permit, a security guard or security officer must be provided during the intake period. If fifty-one (51) or more beds, a second security guard or security officer must be provided during the intake period. Security guards must be licensed through the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs Bureau of Security and Investigative Services.

The maximum length of stay shall be no longer than that established by the California Health and Safety Code for emergency shelters.

The shelter shall have set hours of operation and the hours shall be posted in a publicly visible and accessible location on a sign that is no larger than one (1) square foot.

Outdoor activity shall be allowed only during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. The shelter shall comply with Chapter 5-28 TMC (Noise Standards) at all times.

Pets may be allowed on site. For purposes of this section, "pets" means dogs and cats only. All pets must be kept within an enclosed crate that shall be maintained and cleaned by the operator of the emergency shelter. All pets shall be housed within the emergency shelter and shall be leashed at all times when not housed in the crate. No limit shall be placed on the number of pets that can be maintained. All dogs shall be properly licensed and vaccinated for parvo, distemper, bordetella, and any other applicable diseases. No unaltered pets or puppies/kittens under the age of four (4) months shall be permitted. No sick or aggressive animals shall be permitted. Pet owners and emergency shelter operators are required to dispose of animal feces as outlined in TMC 6-1-116. Each pet owner shall provide the shelter operator with the name of an emergency contact person to house the pet in the event that the owner is unable to care for the pet. All animal storage facilities will be properly cleaned daily. The shelter shall be subject to obtaining an initial permit that shall be reviewed and renewed annually. A fee shall be set by City Council resolution for the initial permit and annual compliance inspections, and may be amended from time to time.