Emergency Transitional Housing is permitted in the Industrial zoning district by right.

Supportive housing that is provided in single family dwellings, multi-family dwelling units, residential care facilities, or boarding house uses, shall be permitted, conditionally permitted, or prohibited in the same manner as the other single-family dwelling, multi-family dwelling units, residential care facilities, or boarding house uses under this code.

Supportive housing that is provided in all zoning districts that allow multi-family dwelling units or mixed-use development shall be allowed by right if the proposed housing development satisfies the requirements of Government Code Section 65651 et seq.

A Low Barrier Navigation Center development is a use by right in areas zoned for mixed use and nonresidential zones permitting multifamily uses, provided that it meets the requirements specified in this section.

Single Room Occupancy Units are permitted in the Industrial, General Commercial, Mixed Use Commercial, and Neighborhood Commercial zoning districts subject to a Conditional Use Permit.

In the event of a conflict between the provisions of this section and the provisions of a land use zoning district, the provisions of this section shall prevail and control.

(Ord. 254, 12-16-2014; amd. Ord. 296, - - ; Ord. 320, 11-5-2024)

   A.   This section establishes standards for Emergency Transitional Housing as defined in subdivision (e) of Section 50801 of the Health and Safety Code, which are in compliance with state law, including the limitations on the Town’s authority to regulate these facilities in zones without a discretionary approval.

   B.   These standards apply in addition to all other applicable provisions of this Chapter and any requirements imposed by the State Department of Housing and Community Development through its oversight.

      1.   The maximum number of beds or persons to be served nightly shall be fifty (50), and shall not exceed one per one hundred twenty five (125) square feet of floor area.

      2.   The maximum length of stay for any one individual shall not exceed one hundred eighty (180) days in a three hundred sixty five (365) day period.

      3.   Off street parking shall be provided at a rate of one parking space for every four (4) beds and one parking space for each employee on shift.

      4.   Exterior and interior waiting and client intake areas shall be provided on site to accommodate waiting clients and to prevent queuing into any public rights of way. An exterior waiting area shall be physically separated and visually screened from the public right of way.

      5.   An on-site manager shall be present at all times, twenty four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week. The onsite manager shall not be an individual or individuals who utilize the homeless beds or services and shall maintain their own residence off site.

      6.   Lighting shall be provided for all entrances, parking lots, pathways and public areas.

      7.   Stays at the Emergency Shelter facility shall be limited to between the hours of five o'clock (5:00) P.M. and eight o'clock (8:00) A.M.

      8.   The shelter operator shall regularly patrol the area surrounding the shelter site during hours that the shelter is in operation to ensure that homeless persons who have been denied access are not congregating in the neighborhood.

      9.   Each shelter shall be operated by a responsible agency or organization, with experience in managing and/or providing social services.

      10.   Staff and services shall be provided to assist residents to obtain permanent shelter and provide referral information and/or services for health or mental health services, educational opportunities, job training/employment and life skills training.

      11.   There shall be at least one on-site supervisor per twenty five (25) persons during the hours of operation.

      12.   Operators shall maintain a log of occupants which may be reviewed by the Town at any time to assure compliance with these regulations and standards.

      13.   Security systems shall be installed prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy. Security systems shall include an alarm system to detect unrecorded or unauthorized entry or exiting of a facility, and a camera surveillance system which shall be installed in locations to the satisfaction of the Chief of Police.

      14.   The outdoor areas and yards of shelters and surrounding areas shall be kept clean and free of debris, litter, and storage of personal effects shall not be allowed.

   C.   Transitional Housing is a development with buildings configured as rental housing developments, but operated under program requirements that call for the termination of assistance and recirculation of the assisted unit to another eligible program recipient at some predetermined future point in time, which shall be no less than six months. Transitional housing that is provided in single family dwelling, multi-family dwelling units, residential care facilities or boarding house uses, shall be permitted, conditionally permitted or prohibited in the same manner as the other single family dwelling, multi-family dwelling units, residential care facilities, or boarding house uses under this code.

   D.   Supporting housing is housing with no limit on length of stay, that is occupied by the target population, and that is linked to onsite or offsite services that assist the supportive housing resident in retaining the housing, improving his or her health status, and maximizing his or her ability to live and, when possible, work in the community. Supportive housing that is provided in single-family dwellings, multi-family dwelling units, residential care facilities, or boarding house uses, shall be permitted, conditionally permitted, or prohibited in the same manner as the other single family dwelling, multi-family dwelling units, residential care facilities, or boarding house uses under this code. Supportive housing that is provided in all zoning districts that allow multi-family dwelling units or mixed-use development shall be allowed by right if the proposed housing development satisfies the requirements of Government Code Section 65651 et seq.

   E.   This section establishes standards for Low Barrier Navigation Centers as defined in Government Code Section 65660 et seq.

 

 

(Ord. 254, 12-16-2014; amd. Ord. 296, - - ; Ord. 320, 11-5-2024)

   A.   Single Room Occupancy Purpose and Intent: It is the purpose and intent of this section to regulate the development and operation of Single Room Occupancy land uses. Single Room Occupancy units provide housing opportunities for lower-income individuals, persons with disabilities, the elderly and formerly homeless individuals.

   B.   Single Room Occupancy shall mean a facility providing dwelling units where each unit has a minimum floor area of 150 square feet and a maximum floor area of 350 square feet. These dwellings units may have kitchen or bathroom facilities and shall be offered on a monthly basis or longer.

   C.   Single Room Occupancy Units shall be located exclusively in the Industrial (I), General Commercial (C-G), Mixed Use Commercial (C-MU), and Neighborhood Commercial (C-N) land use districts with the approval of a Conditional Use Permit. An application pursuant to this section shall be processed concurrently with any other application(s) required for housing development.

   D.   The following development standards shall be used in conjunction with the applicable zoning district standards for any Single Room Occupancy development.

      1.   Unit Size: The minimum size of a unit shall be one hundred fifty (150) square feet and the maximum size shall be three hundred fifty (350) square feet which may include bathroom and/or kitchen facilities.

      2.   Occupancy: An SRO unit shall accommodate a maximum of two (2) persons.

      3.   Common Areas: A minimum of ten (10) square feet for each unit shall be provided for common area. All common areas shall be within the structure. Dining rooms, meeting rooms, recreational rooms or other similar areas may be considered common areas. Shared bathrooms, kitchens, janitorial storage, laundry facilities and common hallways shall not be considered as common areas.

      4.   Kitchen Facilities: An SRO is not required to but may contain partial or full kitchen facilities. A full kitchen includes a sink, a refrigerator and a stove, range top or oven. If a full kitchen is not provided, common kitchen facilities shall be provided with at least one kitchen per floor.

      5.   Bathroom Facilities: For each unit a private toilet and sink in an enclosed compartment with a door shall be provided. This compartment shall be a minimum of fifteen (15) square feet. If private bathing facilities are not provided for each unit, shared shower or bathtub facilities shall be provided in accordance with the most recent edition of the California Building Codes for congregate residences with at least one full bathroom per every three (3) units on a floor. The shared shower or bathtub facility shall be accessible from a common area or hallway. Each shared shower or bathtub facility shall be provided with an interior lockable door.

      6.   Closet: Each SRO shall have a separate closet.

      7.   Laundry Facilities: Laundry facilities shall be provided in a separate room at the ratio of one washer and dryer for every ten (10) units, with at least one washer and dryer per floor.

      8.   Cleaning Supply Room: A cleaning supply room or utility closet with a wash tub with hot and cold running water shall be provided on each floor.

      9.   Management: A management plan shall be submitted with the development application for an SROP facility and shall be approved by the Director and the Chief of Police. The management plan must address management and operation of the facility, rental procedures, safety and security of the residents and building maintenance.

(Ord. 254, 12-16-2014; amd. Ord. 296, - - ; Ord. 320, 11-5-2024)