Union City City Zoning Code
CHAPTER 18
102 DECOTO INDUSTRIAL PARK STUDY AREA DIPSA
§ 18.102.010 Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to ensure quality development and to provide specific standards for the zoning districts included in Table 18.102.040.
(Ord. 672-06 § 2, 2006; Ord. 903-22 § 4, 2022)
§ 18.102.020 Residential policies and standards.
A.
Residential development standards are set out in Table 18.102.040.
B.
Direct access to Mission Boulevard from individual residential parcels shall be prohibited.
C.
See Section 18.32.110(A), special building setbacks, for required setback from Mission Boulevard.
D.
A minimum of a 100 foot buffer shall be provided between the nearest dwelling and the nearest edge of powerlines.
(Ord. 672-06 § 2, 2006; Ord. 903-22 § 4, 2022)
§ 18.102.030 Design guidelines.
A.
New residential neighborhoods shall have unique qualities and characteristics that make them distinctly identifiable from other existing (both old and new) neighborhoods in adjacent areas.
B.
All new residential development shall be constructed of high-quality materials and include features and amenities typically associated with higher end residential development, including, but not limited to:
1.
Tile or similar Class A fire rated roofs;
2.
Varied roof lines and building forms;
3.
High quality exterior materials and finishes, including stucco, solid wood tongue and groove siding, and masonry fireplaces and chimneys;
4.
High quality windows and skylights;
5.
Consistent architectural styling and details (i.e., architectural details from different styles should not be mixed on one house, but styles could be mixed in a larger project);
6.
Spacious interiors that include design elements emphasizing light and openness;
7.
High quality interior finishes, cabinets, appliances, etc.; and
8.
Multiple car garages in the lower density single-family areas.
(Ord. 672-06 § 2, 2006; Ord. 903-22 § 4, 2022)
§ 18.102.040 Development standards table.
DIPSA RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS1, 4 | ||||
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STANDARD | RS(s) 3000 (Small Lot SF) | RS(s) 3000 (Duplex) | RS(s) (Small Lot SF) | RS6000-D (Large Lot SF) |
Allowed Uses | ||||
Minimum Lot Area | 3,000 sq. ft. | 2,660 sq. ft. | 3,465 sq. ft. | 4,500 sq. ft. |
Minimum Area per Unit | NA | NA | NA | NA |
Maximum Lot Coverage | 50% | 50% | 50% | 50% |
Minimum Lot Width (interior/corner) | 44 ft./49 ft. Corner lots adjacent to the Paseo are permitted to be 44 ft. | 38 ft./43 ft Corner lots adjacent to the Paseo are required to be 44 ft. | 45 ft./55 ft. | 45 ft./55 ft. |
Minimum Lot Depth | 70 ft. | 70 ft. | 77 ft. | 90 ft. |
Minimum Front Yard Setback to Garage to Building | 20 ft. (w/roll up doors) 10 ft. | 20 ft. (w/roll up doors) 10 ft. | 20 ft. (w/roll up doors) 10 ft. | 20 ft. 20 ft. |
Minimum Rear Yard Setback | Minimum 10 ft.; 12 ft. average | Minimum 10 ft.; 12 ft. average | 15 ft. | 15 ft. |
Minimum Side Yard Setback (interior/corner) | 5 ft./10 ft. | 5 ft./10 ft. | 5 ft./10 ft. | 5 ft./10 ft. |
Maximum Height | 30 ft. | 30 ft. | 30 ft. | 30 ft. |
Minimum Building Separation | 10 ft. | 0 ft. | 10 ft. | 10 ft.–one story 15 ft.–two story3 |
Density | Must be consistent with General Plan Land Use Diagram densities | |||
Parking Space per Unit | 1 space open 2 spaces enclosed | 1 space open 2 spaces enclosed | 1 space open 2 spaces enclosed | 1 space open 2 spaces enclosed |
Building Setback from Mission Boulevard | NA | NA | 45 ft. | 45 ft. |
Bedroom Count | 2, 3 and 4 | 2, 3 and 4 | 2, 3 and 4 | 2, 3, 4 and 5 |
Minimum Open Space per Unit | NA | NA | NA | NA |
Notes: | |
|---|---|
1 | All standards of Chapter 18.32 shall apply except as modified by this chapter. |
2 | Rear of house to edge of curb. |
3 | May be reduced to 10 feet if allowed by development agreement. |
4 | In connection with any project that is subject to an owner participation agreement between the project applicant and the Community Redevelopment Agency, standards may be varied as provided in the vesting tentative map provided the project density does not exceed the General Plan standards and such modifications are found to better achieve the objective of the Plan. |
(Ord. 672-06 § 2, 2006; Ord. 903-22 § 4, 2022)
§ 18.102.050 Required findings.
A.
The Zoning Administrator, Planning Commission, or the City Council on review, shall make the following findings in addition to any other required findings required by this title before approving any development application in the DIPSA:
1.
The proposed project is consistent with the DIPSA Specific Plan;
2.
The proposed development and/or construction standards of the proposed project are consistent with the development and construction standards of the DIPSA Specific Plan, as well as all other applicable City standards and codes;
3.
The uses and structures will constitute an orderly, attractive and harmonious development; foster stability of land values and investments; and promote the general welfare, by preventing the establishment of uses or the erection or maintenance of structures having unsightly, undesirable or obnoxious characteristics or which are not properly related to their sites, surroundings or traffic circulation in the vicinity, or which would not meet the specific intent clauses or performance standard requirement of the zoning ordinance of Union City.
B.
If the Zoning Administrator, Planning Commission or Council makes the necessary findings, it shall approve the application. If the Zoning Administrator, Planning Commission or Council finds to the contrary, it shall disapprove the application or approve subject to such specified conditions, changes or additions as will assure the development will comply with the provisions of the Specific Plan and this district.
(Ord. 672-06 § 2, 2006)