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Section 18.45. KENNELS AND CATTERIES.

a. INTENT. The Board of Supervisors has enacted new provisions for the implementation of County Ordinance No. 630 (Regulating the Keeping and Control of Dogs and Cats and Providing for the Control and Suppression of Rabies). County Ordinance No. 630 provides development standards for kennels and catteries proposed within the unincorporated areas of Riverside County. In adopting this Section the Board of Supervisors has enacted provisions which permit, or conditionally permit, kennels and catteries in various agricultural, industrial, residential, rural and open space zone classifications. The kennels and catteries are subject to development standards and requirements, based on the requirements of County Ordinance No. 630 and protection of the public health, safety and welfare.

b. PERMITTED ZONING. Kennels and catteries shall be permitted in the following zones:

(1) A Class I Kennel (5 to 10 dogs) is permitted in the following zones provided a plot plan has been approved under the provisions of Section 18.30 of this ordinance: R-1, R-1A, R-2, R-2A, R-3, R-3A, R-R, R-R-O, R-A, R-T-R, A-1, A-P, A-2, A-D, C/V, W-2, R-D, N-A, and W-2-M.

(2) A Class II Kennel (11 to 25 dogs) or a cattery (10 to 25 cats) is permitted in the following zones provided a plot plan has been approved under the provisions of Section 18.30 of this ordinance: R-R, R-R-O, R-A, R-T-R, A-1, A-P, A-2, A-D, W-2, R-D, N-A, and W-2-M.

(3) A Class I (5 to 10 dogs) or Class II Kennel (11 to 25 dogs) or a cattery (10 to 25 cats) is permitted in the following zones provided a plot plan has been approved under the provisions of Section 18.30 of this ordinance: M-SC, M-M, and M-H.

(4) A Class III Kennel (26 to 40 dogs) or a cattery (26 to 40 cats) is permitted in the following zones provided a plot plan has been approved under the provisions of Section 18.30 of this ordinance: R-R, R-R-O, M-SC, M-M, M-H, A-1, and A-2..

(5) A Class IV Kennel (41 or more dogs) or a sentry dog kennel or a cattery (41 or more cats) is permitted in the following zones provided a conditional use permit has been approved under the provisions of Section 18.28 of this ordinance: R-R, R-R-O, M-SC, M-M, M-H, A-1, and A-2..

Amended Effective:
11-08-94 (Ord. 348.3629)
02-12-99 (Ord. 348.3857)
04-14-00 (Ord. 348.3928)

c. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS.

(1) RESIDENCY: In those zones permitting Class I Kennels, such kennels may be placed upon parcels containing detached single family dwelling units. All Class II Kennels and all catteries shall include a single family dwelling to be used by a live-in caretaker, as required by the Riverside County standards for kennels and catteries. Notwithstanding any provision within this ordinance to the contrary, no parcel with a kennel or cattery shall contain more than the maximum number of detached single family dwelling units permitted by the existing zoning on the property. Multi-family dwelling units and attached single family dwelling units shall not be permitted in conjunction with kennels or catteries, provided, however, that a guest dwelling or second unit shall be permitted in accordance with current County ordinances.

(2) MINIMUM LOT SIZE: The minimum lot size for a kennel or cattery in an agricultural, residential, rural or open space zone is one acre (gross). There is no minimum lot size for a kennel or cattery in an industrial zone other than what is required by the existing zoning on the property.

(3) LICENSE: The applicant shall obtain and continuously maintain all necessary licenses from the Riverside County Health Department.

(4) COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 630: All kennels and catteries are subject to the provisions of County Ordinance No. 630.

d. APPLICATIONS: Every application for a kennel or cattery shall be made in writing to the Planning Director on forms provided by the Planning Department and shall be accompanied by the filing fee set forth in County Ordinance No. 671. The permit application shall include the following information:

(1) Name and address of the applicant and all persons that own any part of the subject property, including evidence that all owners agree to the application.

(2) Location or address and legal description of subject property.

(3) A plot plan, drawn to scale, that shows the following:

a) Boundary and dimensions of property.

b) Topography for the property.

c) Location and distance to adjacent streets, drainage structures, utilities, buildings, signs, and other features that may affect the use of the property. Features mapped shall include, but not be limited to, such improvements as patios, swimming pools, and corrals.

d) Location and setbacks showing the proposed and existing development on the property. Features such as kennels, exercise runs, areas open to the general public and noise control measures shall be shown.

(4) Such additional information as shall be required by the Planning Director.

e. PROCESSING OF APPLICATION. Upon acceptance of an application as complete, the Planning Director shall transmit a copy of the application to the members of the land development committee, the Animal Control Services Section of the County Health Department, and such additional public and private agencies as the Planning Director deems appropriate.

f. HEARING AND NOTICE OF DECISION.

(1) Not less than 30 days after an application is received as complete, the Planning Director shall schedule the time and date on which the Director's decision on the application is to be made. Not less than ten days prior to the date on which the decision is to be made, the Planning Director shall give notice of the proposed use by mail or delivery to all owners shown on the last equalized assessment roll and any updates as owning real property within a 300 foot radius of the exterior boundaries of the proposed project. Notice of the proposed use shall also be given by publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the County. The notice shall include the statement that no public hearing will be held unless a hearing is requested in writing before the date scheduled for the decision to be made. No public hearing on the application shall be held before a decision is made unless a hearing is requested in writing by the applicant or other affected person, or unless the Planing Director determines that a public hearing should be required. The Planning Director shall give notice of the decision to the applicant and to any other person who requests notice of the decision. The decision of the Planning Director shall be considered final unless within ten days of the date of mailing of the notice of decision to the applicant an appeal therefrom is filed.

(2) If a public hearing is required under the provisions of this subsection , notice of the time, date, and place of the hearing before the Planning Director, and a general description of the location of the real property, shall be given at least ten days prior to the hearing as follows:

a) Mailing or delivering to the owner of the subject real property or the owner's duly authorized agent.

b) Mailing or delivering to all owners of real property which is located within a 300 foot radius of the exterior boundaries of the subject property, as such owners are shown on the last equalized assessment roll and any updates.

c) The Planning Director may require additional notice be given in any other matter the Director deems necessary or desirable.

(3) If a public hearing is required, the Director shall hear relevant testimony from interested persons and make a decision within a reasonable time after the close of the public hearing. The Planning Director shall give notice of the decision to the applicant, and the decision of the Planning Director shall be considered final unless within ten days of the date of mailing of the notice of decision to the applicant an appeal therefrom is filed.

g. APPEAL. The applicant or any interested person may appeal from the decision of the Planning Director by the same procedures provided for appeal under Section 18.30 of this ordinance.

Amended Effective:
04-04-87 (Ord. 348.2669)
02-12-99 (Ord. 348.3857)
04-14-00 (Ord. 348.3928)

Section 18.46. MINI-WAREHOUSES.

a. Intent. The Board of Supervisors has enacted the following provisions to provide minimum development standards for mini-warehouses in the incorporated areas of Riverside County. These standards are designed to provide for the appropriate development of mini-warehouses and to protect the health, safety and welfare of County residents using such facilities or who live or conduct business adjacent to such facilities.

b. Permitted Zoning. Mini-warehouses shall be allowed in the following zones:

(1) C-1/C-P Zone with an approved conditional use permit.

(2) I-P, M-SC, M-M, and M-H Zones with an approved plot plan.

c. Permitted Uses. Mini-warehouse facilities shall be designed and operated for the storage of goods in individual compartments or rooms, which are available for use by the general public on a rental or lease basis. In no case shall storage spaces be used for manufacturing, retail or wholesale selling, compounding, office functions, other business or service uses, or human habitation.

d. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS

(1) Individual storage spaces within a mini-warehouse shall have a maximum gross floor area of 500 square feet.

(2) Walls. A six foot high decorative masonry wall combined with an earthen berm or landscaping to provide an eight foot high screen shall be provided around the entire mini-warehouse land use, unless otherwise approved by the hearing body. The rear and sides of mini-warehouse buildings may be used in place of portions of the required wall where no individual storage units are accessible from the building sides. The exterior side of all perimeter masonry walls and building sides (if used in place of portions of the walls), shall be coated with a protective coating that will facilitate the removal of graffiti.

(3) Surface Covering. All surfaces shall be color coated in coordinating colors as approved by the hearing body.

(4) Roofing. Roofing materials shall be compatible with area development.

(5) Lighting.

a) All lighting shall be indirect, hooded, and positioned so as not to reflect onto adjoining property or public streets.

b) All mini-warehouse complexes in the Mt. Palomar Special Lighting Area shall comply with the lighting policies established for that are.

c) Lighting fixtures may be installed in each individual storage space, provided that the fixtures shall not include or be adaptable to provide electrical service outlets.

(6) Gates. All gates shall be decorative wrought iron, chain link, other metal type, or wood. All metal type or wood gates must be painted in a color which coordinates with the rest of the mini-warehouse development. All gates shall be subject to review and approval by the County Fire Department and Sheriff's Department to assure adequate emergency access.

(7) Parking. Parking shall be provided in accordance with the requirements set forth in Section 18.12 of this ordinance.

(8) Landscaping. All street setbacks and walls serving as buffers between the mini-warehouse use and residentially zoned property shall be landscaped. This landscaping shall include shrubs, trees, vines, or a combination thereof which act to soften the visual effect of the walls. This landscaping shall be in addition to and coordinated with the landscaping required for parking areas under Section 18.12 of this ordinance.

(9) Setbacks.

a) No building, structure or wall shall be located closer than 20 feet from any street right-of-way.

b) No building shall be located closer than 20 feet from any residential zoned property. Walls shall be located so as to provide a buffer between the residential zone and the mini-warehouse zone.

c) All open areas, including interior setbacks, may be used for driveways, parking, outdoor storage or landscaping.

(10) Caretaker's Residence. One caretaker's residence may be included within the site plan for a mini-warehouse land use. Where a caretaker's residence is proposed, a minimum of two parking spaces shall be provided for the caretaker's residence in addition to those required for the mini-warehouse land use by Section 18.12 of this ordinance.

(11) Prohibited Materials. The following materials shall not be stored in mini-warehouses:

a) Flammable or explosive matter or material.

b) Matter or material which creates obnoxious dust, odor, or fumes.

c) Hazardous or extremely hazardous waste, as defined by applicable provisions of the Hazardous Waste Control Law (Health and Safety Code Section 25100, et seq.)

(12) Prohibited Facilities.

a) No water, sanitary facilities, or electricity, with the exception of lighting fixtures, shall be provided in individual storage spaces.

b) Prefabricated shipping containers shall not be used as mini-warehouse facilities.

(13) Additional Development Requirements.

Additional development standards may be required as conditions of approval.

Added Effective:
05-31-88 (Ord. 348.2856)

Section 18.47 RECYCLING FACILITIES.

a. INTENT. The Board of Supervisors has enacted the following provisions to provide minimum development standards for recycling facilities in the unincorporated areas of Riverside County. These standards are designed to provide appropriate development of recycling facilities pursuant to the 1986 California Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act (Public Resources Code Section 14500 et.seq.).

b. PERMITTED ZONING

(1) State certified reverse vending machines and mobile recycling units shall be permitted in any in any commercial or industrial zone, provided that the use is located within a convenience zone designated by the State of California Department of Conservation.

(2) Recycling collection facilities shall be permitted in the following zones:

a) C-1/C-P and C-P-S Zones with an approved plot plan pursuant to Section 18.30 of this ordinance, and provided the facility operates within an enclosed building with not more than 200 square feet of outside storage.

b) I-P Zone with an approved plot plan pursuant to Section 18.30 of this ordinance provided the facility operates totally within an enclosed building with no outside storage.

c) C-R, M-SC, M-M and M-H Zones with an approved plot plan pursuant to Section 18.30 of this ordinance.

(3) Recycling processing facilities shall be permitted in the following zones:

a) M-SC, M-M, and M-H Zones with an approved conditional use permit pursuant to Section 18.28 of this ordinance.

b. I-P Zone with an approved conditional use permit pursuant to Section 18.28 of this ordinance, provided the facility operates totally within an enclosed building with no outside storage.

c. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS

(1) Reverse Vending Machines

a) Location. Reverse vending machines shall be established in conjunction with supermarkets or other commercial or industrial uses which are subject to approved plot plans or conditional use permits, and shall be located within 30 feet of the entrance to the commercial or industrial structure, without obstructing pedestrian or vehicular traffic, or occupying parking spaces required by the primary use.

b) Parking. No additional parking spaces for access or use shall be required.

c) Size. Reverse vending machines shall occupy no more than 50 square feet of floor area per machine, and shall be no more than eight feet in height.

d) Design. Reverse vending machines shall be constructed and maintained with durable waterproof and rustproof material, and shall be clearly marked to identify material to be deposited, operating instructions, and the identity and the telephone number of the operator or responsible person to contact in the event of machine malfunction or if the machine is inoperative.

e) Signs. Signs shall have maximum surface area of four square feet.

f) Maintenance. Units shall be maintained in a clean litter free condition, and shall be sufficiently illuminated to ensure safe operations at all times.

g) Operating Hours. Such facilities shall have operating hours at least the same as the primary use.

(2) Mobile Recycling Units

a) Mobile recycling units shall be established in conjunction with supermarkets or other commercial or industrial uses which are subject to approved plot plans or conditional use permits.

b) Mobile recycling units shall be no larger than 500 square feet and occupy no more than five parking spaces not including space needed for material removal or transfer.

c) Such facilities shall accept only glass, metals, plastics, papers and such other non-hazardous materials suitable for recycling.

d) Parking. No additional parking spaces for customer use at facilities located at established parking lots of a primary use, shall be required. Mobile recycling units shall have an area which is clearly marked to prohibit other vehicular parking during times when the mobile unit is scheduled to be present.

e) Setbacks.

(1). Units shall be set back at least ten feet from any street line and shall not obstruct pedestrian or vehicular traffic.

(2). The storage, operation, and concealment of materials shall conform to the setback and development standards of the zone in which the project is located.

(3). Containers for 24-hour material donation shall be at least 30 feet from any residentially zoned property unless superseded by an acoustic barrier approved by the Planning Director.

f) Storage.

(1). Storage containers shall be securable and constructed of waterproof and rustproof materials.

(2). Storage of recyclable materials outside of containers or mobile unit when an attendant is not present is prohibited.

(3). Containers shall be clearly marked to indicate the type of material for acceptable for collection. The facility shall identify the operator and hours of operation.

g) Maintenance facilities shall be maintained in a safe and litter free condition.

h) Hours of Operation. Attended facilities located within 100 feet of any residentially zoned property shall operate only between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

i) Signs.

(1). All on-site signs shall comply with the provisions of Section 19.4 of this ordinance.

(2). Directional signs may be installed, as approved, if necessary to facilitate traffic circulation.

(3). A sign shall be affixed to the facility prohibiting the deposit of hazardous or toxic materials after hours or at any time an attendant is not present.

j) Noise. The facility shall not exceed noise levels of 60 dBA as measured at the exterior property line of residentially zoned property. In no event shall the noise level exceed 70 dBA.

k) Landscaping. Facilities shall be located so as not to affect the landscaping required for any concurrent land use.

l) Additional Development Requirements. Additional development standards may be required as conditions of approval.

(3) Recycling Collection Facilities

a) In the I-P Zone collection facilities shall operate totally within an enclosed building. Outside storage shall not be permitted.

b) Landscaping and Setbacks.

(1). In the C-1/C-P and C-P-S Zones, the collection facility area shall at least be enclosed by an opaque block wall or solid wood fence at least six feet in height and landscaped on all street frontages.

(2). Collection facilities shall be setback at least 150 feet from property zoned or designated for residential use pursuant to the Riverside County General Plan.

(3). In the I-P, M-SC, M-M, and M-H Zones, collection facilities shall comply with the setback, landscape, and structural requirements of the zone in which the project is located.

(4). Containers provided for after hours donation shall be set back at least 50 feet from any property zoned or occupied for residential use, and shall be constructed of sturdy and durable containers that have the capacity to accommodate donated materials.

c) Storage of Materials.

(1). All exterior storage of materials shall be in sturdy weather and rustproof containers which are covered, baled, or palletized; and which are secured and maintained in good condition.

(2). Storage for flammable materials shall be in nonflammable containers.

(3). Storage for the recycling of oil shall be in containers approved by the County Health Department.

d) Parking. Parking shall be provided for six vehicles or the anticipated peak customer demand load, whichever is greater. One additional parking space for each commercial vehicle operated by the facility shall be provided.

e) Noise. The facility shall not exceed noise levels of 60 dBA as measured at the exterior property line of residentially zoned property. In no event shall the noise level exceed 70 dBA.

f) Hours of Operation. If the facility is located within 500 feet of property zoned or designated for residential use subsequent to the Riverside County General Plan, it shall not operate between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.

g) Signs. All on-site signs shall be in conformance with the standards set forth in Section 19.4 of this ordinance, and shall clearly identify the responsible operating parties and their telephone numbers.

h) Power-driven Machinery. The use of power-driven machinery shall be limited to State approved reverse ending machines. In addition:

(1). Machinery which is necessary for the temporary storage, efficient transfer, or securing of recyclable materials may be permitted with the approval of a plot plan.

(2). In the I-P, M-SC, M-M, and M-H Zones power-driven machinery which is used to briquette, shred, transform, and otherwise process recyclable materials may be approved with a conditional use permit.

i) Additional Development Requirements. Additional development standards may be required as conditions of approval.

(4) Recycling Processing Facilities

a) In the I-P Zone, the processing facility shall operate totally within in an enclosed building with no outside storage, and shall be located at least 150 feet from property zoned or designated for residential use pursuant to the Riverside County General Plan. Outside storage shall not be permitted.

b) In the M-SC, M-M, and M-H Zones, setbacks, landscaping and structural requirements shall comply with the development standards of the underlying zone.

c) Storage of Materials.

1). All outside storage of materials shall be in sturdy weather and rustproof containers which are covered, baled, or palletized; and which are secured and maintained in good condition.

2). Storage for flammable materials shall be in nonflammable containers.

3). Storage for the recycling of oil shall be in containers approved by the County Health Department.

4). Storage of recyclable materials outside of containers or mobile/recycling unit when attendant is not present is prohibited.

5). Containers shall be clearly marked to indicate the type of material accepted for collection.

d) Parking. Parking shall be provided on site for the peak load circulation and parking of customers. If the facility is to service the public, parking spaces shall be provided for a minimum of ten customers, or the peak customer demand load whichever is greater.

e) Noise. The facility shall not exceed noise levels of 60 dBA as measured at the exterior property line of residentially zoned property. In no event shall the noise level exceed 70 dBA.

f) Hours of Operation. The facility shall identify the operator and the hours of operation. If the facility is located within 500 feet of property zoned or planned for residential use pursuant to the Riverside County General Plan, it shall not operate between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.

g) Signs. All on-site signs shall be in conformance with the standards set forth in Section 19.4 of this ordinance, and shall clearly identify the responsible operating parties and their telephone numbers.

h) The site shall be maintained in a safe and litter free condition on a daily basis.

i) Additional Development Requirements. Additional development standards may be required as conditions of approval.

Added Effective:
07-11-89 (Ord. 348.3047)

Section 18.48. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE SALES.

a. INTENT. The Board of Supervisors has enacted the following provisions to provide minimum development standards for alcoholic beverage sales in the unincorporated areas of Riverside County. These standards are designed to provide for the appropriate development of alcoholic beverage sales and to protect the health, safety and welfare of County residents by furthering awareness of laws relative to drinking.

b. PERMITTED ZONING.

(1) The sale of alcoholic beverages for off-premises consumption shall only be allowed in the following zones provided a conditional use permit has been approved pursuant to Section 18.28 of this ordinance: R-R, C-1/C-P, C-P-S and C-R.

Amended Effective:
11-08-94 (Ord. 348.3629)

(2) The sale of alcoholic beverages for off-premises consumption shall only be allowed in the following zone provided a plot plan has been approved pursuant to Section 18.30 of this ordinance: A-1 and C/V.

Added Effective:
11-08-94 (Ord. 348.3629)
07-23-99 (Ord. 348.3881)

c. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS.

(1) A conditional use permit shall be required for the concurrent sale of motor vehicle fuels and beer and wine for off-premises consumption.

(2) A conditional use permit shall be required for the sale of alcoholic beverages for off-premises consumption in all zoning classifications, excluding C/V, where such zoning would permit the sale with plot plan approval or conditional use permit approval, however, that the provisions of subsection b.1. shall not apply to a retail commercial establishment which (1) contains at least 20,000 square feet of interior floor space and is primarily engaged in the sale of groceries and (2) does not sell motor vehicle fuels.

Amended Effective:
11-08-94 (Ord. 348.3629)

(3) Such facilities shall not be situated in such a manner that vehicle traffic from the facility may reasonably be believed to be a potential hazard to a school, church, public park or playground.

Amended Effective:
03-03-98 (Ord. 348.3808)

(4) Notice of hearing shall be given to all owners of property within 1,000 feet of the subject facility, to any elementary school or secondary school district within whose boundaries the facility is located and to any public entity operating a public park or playground within 1,000 feet of the subject facility. The Planning Director may require that additional notice be given, in a manner the Director deems necessary or desirable, to other persons or public entities.

(5) The following additional development standards shall apply to the concurrent sale of motor vehicle fuels and beer and wine for off-premises consumption:

a) Only beer and wine may be sold.

b) The owner of each location and the management at each location shall educate the public regarding driving under the influence of intoxicating beverages, minimum age for purchase and consumption of alcoholic beverages, driving with open containers and the penalty associated with violation of these laws. In addition, the owner and management shall provide health warnings about the consumption of alcoholic beverages. This educational requirement may be met by posting prominent signs, decals or brochures at points of purchase. In addition, the owner and management shall provide adequate training for all employees at the location as to these matters.

c) No displays of beer, wine or other alcoholic beverages shall be located within five feet of any building entrance or checkout counter.

d) Cold beer or wine shall be sold from, or displayed in, the main, permanently affixed electrical coolers only.

e) No beer, wine or other alcoholic beverages advertising shall be located on gasoline islands; and no lighted advertising for beer, wine, or other alcoholic beverages shall be located on the exterior of buildings or within window areas.

f) Employees selling beer and wine between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m. shall be at least 21 years of age.

g) No sale of alcoholic beverages shall be made from a drive-in window.

d. ADDITIONAL DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS.

Additional development standards may be required as conditions of approval.

Amended Effective:
11-13-90 (Ord. 348.3217)
10-01-91 (Ord. 348.3380)
01-19-93 (Ord. 348.3489)
04-13-93 (Ord. 348.3503)
11-08-94 (Ord. 348.3629)
07-04-96 (Ord. 348.3773)
07-18-96 (Ord. 348.3775)
03-03-98 (Ord. 348.3808)
02-12-99 (Ord. 348.3857)

Section 18.49 FENCES.

a. INTENT. The Board of Supervisors has enacted the following provision to provide minimum development standards for the construction of fences within the unincorporated areas of Riverside County. These standards are designed to enhance the aesthetic appearance of the community, preserve property values and protect the health, safety and welfare of County residents.

b. PROHIBITED FENCES. Fences shall not be constructed of garage doors, tires, pallets or other materials not typically used for the construction of fences.

Amended Effective:
11-24-00 (Ord. 348.3961)

Section 18.50 METAL SHIPPING CONTAINERS.

a. INTENT. The Board of Supervisors has enacted the following provisions to establish minimum development standards for the placement of metal shipping containers within the unincorporated areas of Riverside County. These standards are designed to enhance the aesthetic appearance of the community, preserve property values and protect the public health, safety and welfare.

b. PERMITTED ZONING AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS. Placement of metal shipping containers shall be subject to the following limitations:

(1) Metal shipping containers shall not be allowed as a principal use in any zone.

(2) Metal shipping containers shall be allowed in all zones on a temporary basis when utilized during construction or grading operations for the site where located and when utilized solely for the storage of supplies and equipment that are used for construction or grading on that site.

(3) In commercial and industrial zones, placement of metal shipping containers as an accessory use is permitted provided a plot plan has been approved pursuant to the provisions of Section 18.30 of this ordinance or the placement has been approved as part of an approved plot plan, conditional use permit or public use permit.

(4) In all zones, other than commercial and industrial zones, placement of metal shipping containers is allowed as an accessory use subject to the following development standards:

A. The minimum lot size shall be five acres.

B. No more than one metal shipping container shall be permitted on any parcel.

C. The setback from all property lines shall be a minimum of fifty feet.

D. Placement shall be to the rear of the main building on the rear half of the property.

E. The metal shipping container shall be fully screened by an opaque fence or fast-growing landscaping. Fencing may not be provided by any type of chain link fencing.

F. The metal shipping container shall be painted a neutral color.

c. EXCEPTION. The provisions of this section shall not apply in the A-P, A-2, or A-D zones and the placement of metal shipping containers shall be permitted in those zones.

Added Effective:
03-27-2008 (Ord. 348.4481)

ARTICLE XIX

ADVERTISING REGULATIONS

Section 19.1. PURPOSE AND INTENT. Because Riverside County is a large, diverse and rapidly expanding jurisdiction, the Board of Supervisors finds that proper sign control is necessary for aesthetic and safety reasons. More specifically, proper sign control is necessary to provide for the preservation and protection of open space and scenic areas, the many natural and man-made resources, and the established rural communities within Riverside County. Proper sign control also safeguards the life, health, property and public welfare of Riverside County residents by providing the means to adequately identify businesses and other sign users, by prohibiting, regulating and controlling the design, location and maintenance of signs, and by providing for the removal and limitation of sign use. It is the intent of this ordinance to provide for such control. All displays and signs described herein shall conform to the applicable provisions of this article. If any specific zoning classification within this ordinance shall impose more stringent requirements than are set forth within this article, the more stringent provisions shall prevail.

Section 19.2. DEFINITIONS. For purposes of this ordinance, the following words or phrases shall have the following definitions.

a. "ABANDONED" means either:

(1) Any outdoor advertising display that is allowed to continue for more than one year without a poster, bill, printing, painting, or other form of advertisement or message; or

(2) Any outdoor advertising display that does not appear on the inventory required by Section 19.3.b.12.; or

(3) Any on-site advertising structure or sign that is allowed to continue for more than 90 days without a poster, bill, printing, painting, or other form of advertising or message for the purposes set forth in Section 19.2.m. hereof.

b. "DISPLAY FACE" means the surface area of an outdoor advertising display available for the purpose of displaying an advertising message. Display Face does not include the structural supports or lighting.

c. "EDGE OF A RIGHT-OF-WAY" means a measurement from the edge of a right-of-way horizontally along a line normal or perpendicular to the centerline of the freeway or highway.

d. "FREE STANDING SIGN" means any sign which is supported by one or more columns or uprights imbedded in the ground, and which is not attached to any building or structure.

e. "FREEWAY" means a divided arterial highway for through traffic with full control of access and with grade separations at intersection s.

f. "HIGHWAY" means roads, streets, boulevards, lanes, courts, places, commons, trails, ways or other rights-of-way or easements used for or laid out and intended for the public passage of vehicles or persons.

g. "ILLEGAL OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAY" means any of the following:

(1) An outdoor advertising structure or outdoor advertising sign erected without first complying with all applicable county ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of its construction, erection or use.

(2) An outdoor advertising structure or outdoor advertising sign that was legally erected but whose use has ceased, or the structure upon which the advertising display is placed has been abandoned by its owner, and not maintained or used for a period of not less than one year.

(3) An outdoor advertising structure or outdoor advertising sign that was legally erected which later became nonconforming as a result of the adoption of an ordinance; the amortization period for the display provided by the ordinance rendering the display nonconforming has expired; and conformance has not been accomplished.

(4) An outdoor advertising structure or outdoor advertising sign which does not comply with this Article, the Outdoor Advertising Display Permit referenced in Section 19.3.a. hereof, the State Outdoor Advertising Permit referenced in Section 19.3.b.(4) hereof or any related building permit.

(5) An outdoor advertising structure or outdoor advertising sign which is a danger to the public or is unsafe.

h. "ILLEGAL ON-SITE ADVERTISING STRUCTURE OR SIGN" means any of the following.

(1) An on-site advertising structure or sign erected without first complying with all applicable County ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of its construction, erection or use.

(2) An on-site advertising structure or sign that was legally erected, but whose use has ceased, or the structure upon which the advertising display is placed has been abandoned by its owner, and not maintained or used to identify or advertise an ongoing business for a period of not less than 90 days.

(3) An on-site advertising structure or sign that was legally erected which later became nonconforming as a result of the adoption of an ordinance; the amortization period for the display provided by the ordinance rendering the display nonconforming has expired; and conformance has not been accomplished.

i. "MAXIMUM HEIGHT" means the highest point of the structure or sign measured from the average natural ground level at the base of the supporting structure. Provided, however, within the boundaries of the R-VC Zone (Rubidoux-Village Commercial), maximum height shall mean the height measured from the average adjacent finish grade (excluding artificial berms and raised planters) to the uppermost portion of the border of the surface area of the sign, except that:

(1) Structural supports and non-sign architectural features may project above the maximum height limit to the limits prescribed in the applicable zoning ordinances and

(2) Signs affixed to the building may be placed at any height as long as the sign conforms to the other regulations of this ordinance.

j. "NOISE ATTENUATION BARRIER" means a sound wall or other structure built by the California Department of Transportation to reduce noise impacts.

k. "NON-COMMERCIAL STRUCTURE OR SIGN" means any structure, housing, sign, device, figure, statuary, painting, display, message, placard or other contrivance, which is designed, constructed, created, engineered, intended or used to provide data or information that does not do any of the following:

(1) Advertise a product or service for profit or for a business purpose;

(2) Propose a commercial transaction; or

(3) Relate solely to economic interests.

l. "ON-SITE ADVERTISING STRUCTURE OR SIGN" means any structure, housing, sign, device, figure, statuary, painting, display, message placard, or other contrivance, or any part thereof, which is designed, constructed, created, engineered, intended, or used to advertise, or to provide data or information that does either of the following:

(1) Designates, identifies, or indicates the name of the business of the owner or occupant of the premises upon which the structure or sign is located.

(2) Advertises the business conducted, services available or rendered, or the goods produced, sold, or available for sale, upon the premises where the structure or sign is located.

m. "OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAY" means an outdoor advertising structure or outdoor advertising sign used for outdoor advertising purposes, not including on-site advertising signs as herein defined and directional sign structures as provided in Riverside County Ordinance No. 679. An outdoor advertising display may be commonly known or referred to as an "off-site" or an Aoff-premises" billboard.

n. "OUTDOOR ADVERTISING SIGN" means any card, cloth, paper, metal, painted, plastic or wooden sign of any character placed for outdoor advertising purposes and affixed to an outdoor advertising display or structure.

o. "OUTDOOR ADVERTISING STRUCTURE" means a structure of any kind or character erected, used or maintained for outdoor advertising purposes, upon which any poster, bill, printing, painting or other advertisement of any kind whatsoever may be placed, including statuary, for outdoor advertising purposes. Such structure shall be constructed or erected upon a permanent foundation or shall be attached to a structure having a permanent foundation.

p. "SCENIC HIGHWAY" means any officially designated state or county scenic highway as defined in Streets and Highway Code Section s 154 and 261 et seq.

q. "SHOPPING CENTER" means a parcel of land not less than three acres in size, on which there exists four or more separate business uses that have mutual parking facilities.

r. Repealed.

s. "SIGNIFICANT RESOURCES" means any County, State or Federal site which has significant or potentially significant social, cultural, historical, archaeological, recreational or scenic resources, or which plays or potentially could play a significant role in promoting tourism. For the purposes of this article, the term significant resources shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

(1) Riverside National Cemetery. A strip, 660 feet in width, measured from the edge of the right-of-way line on both sides of I-215 from the intersection of Van Buren Boulevard southerly to Nance Road, and on both sides of Van Buren Boulevard from the intersection of I-215 westerly to Wood Road.

(2) Scenic Highways.

(3) A corridor 500 feet in width adjacent to both sides of all highways within three-tenths (3/10) of a mile of any Regional, State or Federal park or recreation area.

(4) A corridor 500 feet in width adjacent to both sides of State Highway 74 (State Route 74) extending from its intersection with Interstate 15 to its intersection with Winchester Road (State Route 79), and from there easterly to the city limits of the City of Hemet, on both sides of the road.

(5) A corridor 500 feet in width adjacent to both sides of I-15 from the Riverside/ San Diego County line northerly to the city limits of the City of Temecula.

(6) A corridor 500 feet in width adjacent to both sides of Grand Avenue from the city limits of the City of Lake Elsinore, just northerly of Bonnie Lea Drive, to Clinton Keith Road, and adjacent to both sides of Clinton Keith Road from Interstate 15 to the city limits of the City of Murrieta.

(7) A corridor 550 feet in width, measured from the edge of the right-of-way line adjacent to both sides of Interstate 15, extending from its intersection with state Highway 60 southerly to the city limits of the City of Norco.

t. Repealed.

Amended Effective:
07-23-99 (Ord. 348.3881)
11-31-00 (Ord. 348.3964)
02-23-04 (Ord. 348.4110)
08-13-09 (Ord. 348.4641)

Section 19.3. OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAYS. No person shall erect, use or maintain an outdoor advertising display in the unincorporated area of the County, except in accordance with the following provisions. The changing of an advertising message or customary maintenance of a legally existing outdoor advertising display shall not require a permit pursuant to this Section .

a. PERMIT PROCEDURE.

(1) Application. In addition to all other applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations and ordinances, no outdoor advertising display shall be placed, erected, used or maintained until an Outdoor Advertising Display Permit therefor has been issued by the County Planning Director, on the form provided by the County Planning Department accompanied by the filing fee set forth in Ordinance No. 671. The application shall consist of ten copies of a plot plan drawn to scale, containing the name, address or telephone number of the applicant, a copy of the current valid State Outdoor Advertising Permit referenced in Section 19.3.b.(4) hereof and a general description of the property upon which the outdoor advertising display is proposed to be placed. The plot plan shall show the precise location, type, and size of the proposed outdoor advertising display, all property lines, zoning, and the dimensions, location of and distance to the nearest advertising displays, building, business districts, significant resources as defined by Section 19.2.s. of this ordinance, public and private roads, and other rights-of-way, building setback lines, and specifically planned future road right-of-way lines, and any and all other information required by the Planning Director such that the proposed display may be readily ascertained, identified, and evaluated.

(2) Issuance/Denial. The Planning Director shall, within forty-five (45) days of the filing of a complete permit application, approve and issue the Outdoor Advertising Display permit if the standards and requirements of this ordinance have been met; otherwise, the permit shall be denied. Judicial review of a decision denying the permit shall be made by a petition for writ of administrative mandamus filed in the Riverside County Superior Court, in accordance with the procedure set forth in California Code of Civil Procedure, Section 1094.8..

(3) Assuming the Planning Director issues an Outdoor Advertising Display Permit, no person shall place, erect, use, maintain, alter, repair or relocate an outdoor advertising display or connect an outdoor advertising display to a power supply without first obtaining a building permit from the Department of Building and Safety.

(4) Revocation. Any Outdoor Advertising Display Permit which has been issued as a result of a material misrepresentation of fact by the applicant or his agent, whether or not a criminal prosecution is initiated therefor, or which does not comply with this Article, the State Outdoor Advertising Permit referenced in Section 19.3.b.(4) hereof or any related building permit may be revoked by the Planning Director. The Planning Director shall forthwith give written notice of revocation to the applicant. Unless the permittee files with the Planning Department a written request for a hearing within 10 days of the date the notice was mailed, the Planning Director's decision to revoke will be considered final. Failure to timely file a written request for a hearing constitutes a waiver of the right to a hearing. Notice of the hearing shall be given by mail to the permittee. The timely filing of a written notice to appeal shall stay the revocation until such time as the Planning Director issues their decision to grant or deny the appeal. Within 30 days after notice is given, or if a hearing is requested, within 30 days from the date of mailing the Planning Director's decision to deny the appeal, any outdoor advertising display authorized by the Outdoor Advertising Display Permit shall be removed at the permittee's expense. Failure to remove the display within 30 days shall be deemed a separate violation of this ordinance.

b. PERMIT STANDARDS.

(1) General Plan. Outdoor advertising displays shall be consistent with the Riverside County Comprehensive General Plan.

(2) Zoning. Outdoor advertising displays are permitted only in the C-1/C-P, M-SC, M-M and M-H Zones provided that the display meets all of the other requirements of the zoning classification and this Article. Outdoor advertising displays are expressly prohibited in all other zones.

(3) Height. The maximum height of an outdoor advertising display shall not exceed a height of 25 feet from the roadbed of the adjacent freeway or highway to which the display is oriented, or a maximum height of 25 feet from the grade on which it is constructed, whichever is greater.

(4) Setbacks. No outdoor advertising display shall be erected within an established setback or building line, or within road right-of-way lines or future road right-of-way lines as shown on any Specific Plan of Highways. A minimum setback from the property line of one foot shall be required. No person shall place, erect, use or maintain any outdoor advertising display located within 660 feet from the edge of the right of way of, and the copy which is visible from, any primary highway without first obtaining a valid State Outdoor Advertising Permit.

(5) Poles. A maximum of two steel poles are allowed for support of an outdoor advertising display.

(6) Roof Mounts. No outdoor advertising display shall be affixed on or over the roof of any building and no display shall be affixed to the wall of a building so that it projects above the parapet of the building. For the purposes of this Section , a mansard style roof shall be considered a parapet.

(7) Number of Displays. No more than one proposed outdoor advertising display per application shall be permitted.

(8) Number of Display Faces. No more than two display faces per outdoor advertising display shall be permitted. Only single face, back-to-back and V-type displays shall be allowed provided that they are on the same outdoor advertising structure and provided that the V-type displays have a separation between display faces of not more than 25 feet.

(9) Display Face Size. No outdoor advertising display shall have a total surface area of more than 300 square feet.

(10) Display Movement. No outdoor advertising display shall move or rotate, to display any moving and/or rotating parts. No propellers, flags, or other noise creating devices, and no architectural embellishments which utilize mechanical or natural forces for motion, shall be permitted. Use of daylight reflective materials or electronic message boards using flashing, intermittent or moving light or lights is prohibited, provided, however, that electronic message boards displaying only time and/or temperature for periods of not less than 30 seconds is permitted.

(11) Mobile Displays. No person shall place, use, maintain, or otherwise allow a mobile vehicle, trailer, or other advertising display not permanently affixed to the ground, as defined in Section 19.2.m. of this ordinance, to be used as an outdoor advertising display.

(12) Display Inventory. In order to evaluate and assess outdoor advertising displays within the unincorporated area of Riverside County, within 180 days of the effective date of this ordinance and on each fifth anniversary after the effective date of this ordinance, and upon notice, each display company with outdoor advertising displays within the unincorporated area of the County shall submit to the County Department of Building and Safety, a current Inventory of the outdoor advertising displays they currently own and/or maintain within the unincorporated area of the County. Failure to submit a current or accurate inventory shall be deemed to be a separate violation of this ordinance.

(13) Lighting and Illumination of Displays. An outdoor advertising display may be illuminated, unless otherwise specified, provided that the displays are so constructed that no light bulb, tube, filament, or similar source of illumination is visible beyond the display face. Displays making use of lights to convey the effect of movement or flashing, intermittent, or variable intensity shall not be permitted. Displays shall use the most advanced methods to insure the most energy efficient methods of display illumination. Within the Palomar Observatory Special Lighting Area, all displays shall comply with the requirements of County Ordinance No. 655.

(14) Spacing. No outdoor advertising display shall be located within 500 feet in any direction from any other outdoor advertising display on the same side of the highway; provided, however, that if in a particular zone a different interval shall be stated, the spacing interval of the particular zone shall prevail. No outdoor advertising display shall be erected within the boundary of any significant resource as defined in Section 19.2.s. of this ordinance. No outdoor advertising display shall be located within 150 feet of property for which the zoning does not allow advertising displays; provided, however, that an outdoor advertising display may be placed within 150 feet of property for which zoning does not allow displays, if at the time an application for an Outdoor Advertising Display Permit is applied for, there is no existing residential structure or an approved building permit for a residential structure within 150 feet of the location of the proposed outdoor advertising display.

(15) Identification. No person shall place, erect, use or maintain an outdoor advertising display and no outdoor advertising display shall be placed, erected, used or maintained anywhere within the unincorporated area of the County unless there is securely fastened thereto and on the front display face thereof, the name of the outdoor advertising display owner in such a manner that the name is visible from the highway. Any display placed, erected, or maintained without this identification shall be deemed to be placed, erected, and maintained in violation of this Section.

c. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENTS. The owner of an existing outdoor advertising display that complied with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations in effect at the time it was erected may apply for a height adjustment on the form provided by the Planning Department accompanied by the filing fee set forth in Ordinance No. 671. The Planning Director shall, within forty-five (45) days of the filing of a complete height adjustment application, approve the height adjustment if the height adjustment standards set forth in subsection d. are met; otherwise, the height adjustment shall be denied.

d. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT STANDARDS. A height adjustment in excess of the maximum height authorized under this ordinance shall be approved if all of the following height adjustment standards are met:

(1) The outdoor advertising display is not an illegal outdoor advertising display;

(2) The outdoor advertising display is oriented towards a freeway;

(3) The outdoor advertising display is within one hundred (100) feet of the nearest edge of a freeway right of way line;

(4) A noise attenuation barrier was fully constructed between the outdoor advertising display and the edge of the freeway after the outdoor advertising display was fully constructed;

(5) A line of sight study shows that the noise attenuation barrier prevents the display face of the outdoor advertising display from being completely visible to vehicles in one or more approaching freeway traffic lanes at a point six hundred and sixty (660) feet from the outdoor advertising display. The six hundred and sixty (660) feet shall be measured from the middle of the display face to the middle of each approaching freeway traffic lane. The line of sight study shall be prepared at the owner’s expense in accordance with the Planning Department’s line of sight study protocol;

(6) The maximum height adjustment shall be no more than what is required to make the display face of the outdoor advertising display completely visible to vehicles in all approaching freeway traffic lanes at a point six hundred and sixty (660) feet from the display as shown by the line of sight study. In no event, however, shall the maximum height of an outdoor advertising display adjusted under this section exceed a height of forty (40) feet from the roadbed of the adjacent freeway towards which the outdoor advertising display is oriented, or a maximum height of forty (40) feet from the grade on which it is constructed, whichever is greater;

(7) The owner of any outdoor advertising display that obtains a height adjustment pursuant to this section shall also obtain a building permit from the Department of Building & Safety before increasing the height of the outdoor advertising display;

(8) Other than the increase in height, nothing in this section shall be deemed to allow the relocation or enlargement of an existing outdoor advertising display. Nor shall this section be deemed to allow the angle of orientation of the outdoor advertising display to be altered or to allow an increase in the number of display faces on the existing outdoor advertising display.

e. ENFORCEMENT. Wherever the officials responsible for the enforcement of administration of the County Land Use Ordinance No. 348 or their designated agents, have cause to suspect a violation of this article, or whenever necessary to investigate either an application for the granting, modification, or any action to suspend or revoke an outdoor advertising display permit, or whenever necessary to investigate a possible violation, such persons may lawfully gain access to the appropriate parcel of land upon which a violation is believed to exist. The following provisions shall apply to the violations of this article:

(1) All violations of this article committed by any person, whether as agent, employee, officer, principal, or otherwise, shall be a misdemeanor.

(2) Every person who knowingly provides false information on an outdoor advertising display permit application shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

(3) Every person who fails to stop work on an outdoor advertising display, when so ordered by the Director of the Building and Safety Department or the Planning Director, or their designees shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

(4) Every person who, having received notice to appear in court to answer a related charge, willfully fails to appear, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

(5) A misdemeanor may be prosecuted by the County in the name of the People of the State of California, or may be redressed by civil action. Each violation is punishable by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars (1,000.00), or by imprisonment in the County jail for a term of not more than six months, or by both fine and imprisonment.

(6) Every person found guilty of a violation shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for every day during a portion of which the violation is committed, continued, or permitted by such person.

(7) Every illegal outdoor advertising display and every abandoned outdoor advertising display is hereby declared to be a public nuisance and shall be subject to abatement by repair, rehabilitation, or removal in accordance with the procedures contained in Section 3. of County Ordinance No. 457.

f. NONCONFORMING OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAYS. Every outdoor advertising display which does not conform to this ordinance shall be deemed to be a nonconforming sign and shall be removed or altered in accordance with this ordinance as follows:

(1) Any outdoor advertising display which was lawfully in existence prior to the effective date of the enactment of County Ordinance No. 348.2496 (July 16, 1985) shall be abated or brought into conformance with these provisions by July 17, 1990.

(2) Any outdoor advertising display which was lawfully in existence prior to the effective date of the enactment of County Ordinance No. 348.2856 (June 30, 1988) but after the effective date of the enactment of County Ordinance No. 348.2496 (July 16, 1985) shall be abated or brought into conformance with these provisions by July 1, 1993.

(3) Any outdoor advertising display which was lawfully in existence prior to the effective date of Ordinance No. 348.2989 but after the effective date of the enactment of County Ordinance No. 348.2856 (June 30, 1988) shall be abated or brought into conformance with these provisions within eleven years of the effective date of County Ordinance No. 348.2989 (June 20, 1989).

(4) If Federal or State law requires the County to pay just compensation for the removal of any such lawfully erected but nonconforming outdoor advertising display, it may remain in place until just compensation as defined in the Eminent Domain Law (Title 7, of Part 3 of the Code of Civil Procedure) is paid.

g. ILLEGAL AND ABANDONED OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAYS. All illegal outdoor advertising displays and all abandoned outdoor advertising displays shall be removed or brought into conformance with this ordinance immediately. County Ordinance No. 725 applies to all illegal outdoor advertising displays and abandoned outdoor advertising displays. In enforcing Ordinance No. 725 as it relates to illegal outdoor advertising displays and abandoned outdoor advertising displays the Notice required to be given to owner of the property shall also be given to (h) the owner of the sign, if the identification plate required by Business and Professions Code Section s 5362 and 5363 is affixed and (ii) the advertiser, if any, identified on the sign provided the address of the advertiser can reasonably be determined.

h. RELOCATED OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAYS. Nothing in this Article shall prevent the County from entering into an outdoor advertising display relocation agreement when: (1) the original location of the outdoor advertising display is within a contemplated public right-of-way and (2) the outdoor advertising display complied with all applicable County ordinances and regulations in effect at the time it was erected. An outdoor advertising display located on a parcel that is zoned to prohibit outdoor advertising displays may, pursuant to such an agreement, be relocated to another place on that same parcel. An outdoor advertising display located in an area defined in this Article as a significant resource may also, pursuant to such an agreement, be relocated to an area defined as a significant resource whether the area is on the same parcel or a different parcel. Except as provided in this subsection, a relocated outdoor advertising display shall be subject to all the permit procedures and standards described in this Article.

Amended:
07-23-99 (Ord. 348.3881)
11-24-00 (Ord. 348.3961)
10-18-07(Ord. 348.4529)
08-13-09 (Ord. 348.4641)

Section 19.4. ON-SITE ADVERTISING STRUCTURES AND SIGNS.

No person shall erect an on-site advertising structure or sign in the unincorporated area of the County that is in violation of the provisions contained within any specific zoning classification in this ordinance or that is in violation of the following provisions.

a. FREE-STANDING SIGNS.

(1) Located within 660 feet of the nearest edge of a freeway right of way line.

a) The maximum height of a sign shall not exceed 45 feet.

b) The maximum surface area of a sign shall not exceed 150 square feet.

(2) Shopping Centers - All Locations.
Notwithstanding the provisions of sub-paragraphs 1 and 2, an alternate standard for free standing on-site advertising signs for shopping centers is established as follows:

a) The maximum surface area of a sign shall not exceed 50 square feet or .25 percent (1/4 of 1 percent) of the total existing building floor area in a shopping center, whichever is greater, except that in any event, no sign shall exceed 200 square feet in surface area.

b) The maximum height of a sign shall not exceed 20 feet.

(3) All Other Locations.

a) The maximum height of a sign shall not exceed 20 feet.

b) The maximum surface area of a sign shall not exceed 50 square feet.

(4) Number of Free-standing Signs - All Locations. Not more than one free-standing sign shall be permitted on a parcel of land, except that if a shopping center has frontage on two or more streets, the shopping center shall be permitted two free-standing signs, provided that the two signs are not located on the same street; are at least 100 feet apart and the second sign does not exceed 100 square feet in surface area and 20 feet in height.

b. SIGNS AFFIXED TO BUILDINGS - ALL AREAS.

(1) No on-site advertising sign shall be affixed on, above or over the roof of any building, and no on-site advertising sign shall be affixed to the wall of a building so that it projects above the parapet of the building. For the purposes of this Section , a mansard style roof shall be considered a parapet.

(2) The maximum surface area of signs affixed to a building shall be as follows:

a) Front wall of building - The surface area of the sign shall not exceed ten percent of the surface area of the front face of the building.

b) Side walls of a building - The surface area of the sign shall not exceed ten percent of the surface area of the side face of the building.

c) Rear wall of a building - The surface area of the sign shall not exceed five percent of the surface area of the rear face of the building.

c. ON-SITE SUBDIVISION SIGNS shall be subject to the following minimum standards:

(1) No sign shall exceed 100 feet in surface area.

(2) No sign shall be within 100 feet of any existing residence that is outside of the subdivision boundaries.

(3) No more than two such signs shall be permitted for each subdivision.

(4) No sign shall be artificially lighted.

d. ON-SITE IDENTIFICATION SIGNS. On-site identification signs affixed to the surface of walls, windows, and doors of permanent structures, which do not exceed four inches in letter height and do not exceed four square feet in area are permitted in addition to any other sign permitted in this ordinance.

e. ON-SITE SIGNAGE ALONG SCENIC CORRIDORS DESIGNATED WITHIN THE EASTERN COACHELLA VALLEY AND WESTERN COACHELLA VALLEY COMMUNITY PLANS.

(1) The provisions of subsection s a, b, c, and d of Section 19.4 of this ordinance shall apply to areas within the boundaries of the adopted Eastern Coachella Valley Plan (ECVP) and Western Coachella Valley Plan (WCVP), with the following exceptions:

a) In areas adjacent to scenic corridors as designated by the ECVP or WCVP, if a business chooses to advertise with a sign affixed to its primary building in lieu of a free-standing sign, then the maximum surface area of the sign affixed to the building shall not exceed the following:

1. Front wall of building - ten percent of the surface area of the front face of the building.

2. Side walls of building - ten percent of the surface area of the side face of the building.

3. Rear wall of building - ten percent of the surface area of the rear face of the building.

b) MONUMENT SIGNS - For monument signs as defined within the policies of the ECVP or WCVP, along highway or freeway scenic corridors:

1. For a single business or tenant advertised, maximum surface area shall not exceed 150 square feet, and overall height shall not exceed 10 feet.

2. For multiple businesses or tenants advertised, maximum surface area shall not exceed 200 square feet, and overall height shall not exceed 12 feet.

c) SHEATHED-SUPPORT SIGNS - For sheathed-support signs as defined within the policies of the ECVP or WCVP, along freeway scenic corridors:

(1) For locations within 330 feet of the nearest edge of a freeway right-of-way line:

a. For a single business or tenant advertised, maximum surface area shall not exceed 150 square feet, and overall height shall be equal to that of the use advertised, up to a maximum of 25 feet.

b. For multiple businesses or tenants advertised, maximum surface area shall not exceed 200 square feet, and overall height shall be equal to that of the use advertised, up to a maximum of 25 feet.

(2) For locations within 660 feet of the terminus of a freeway exit or the origination of a freeway entrance:

a. For a single business or tenant advertised, maximum surface area shall not exceed 150 square feet, and overall height shall not exceed 35 feet.

b. For multiple businesses or tenants advertised, maximum surface area shall not exceed 200 square feet, and overall height shall not exceed 35 feet.

c. Neither a single-business sheathed-support sign nor a multiple-business sheathed-support sign shall be erected along a highway scenic corridor.

d) The minimum spacing between free-standing signs located within 330 feet of the nearest edge of a freeway right-of-way line shall be that distance necessary so as not to adversely obscure the visibility of adjacent free-standing on-site advertising signs.

e) For the purposes of Article XIX, any sign which would otherwise meet the definition of "ON-SITE ADVERTISING STRUCTURE AND SIGNS" in Section 19.2.e of this ordinance shall also be deemed to meet this definition if the sign advertises the business conducted, services available or rendered, or the goods produced, sold or available for sale on an adjacent parcel cooperatively on a joint sign, provided that the business on that adjacent parcel utilizes no other freestanding on-site advertising sign located on its parcel, and that a plot plan is submitted and approved for the parcel containing the sign.

Added Effective:
05-06-99 (Ord. 348.3868)

Section 19.5. Repealed.

Amended Effective:
07-23-99 (Ord. 348.3881)

Section 19.6 Repealed.

Amended Effective:
10-15-98 (Ord. 348.3842)

Amended Effective:
07-23-99 (Ord. 348.3881)

Section 19.7. NON-COMMERCIAL STRUCTURES OR SIGNS. Anywhere a display, structure or sign is permitted by this ordinance, a non-commercial message may be placed on such display, structure or sign.

Amended Effective:
07-23-99 (Ord. 348.3881)

Section 19.8 RUBIDOUX VILLAGE POLICY AREA SIGNS.

General provisions for advertising signs within the Rubidoux Village Policy Area of the Jurupa Community Plan. No person shall erect an on-site advertising structure or sign in the Designated Rubidoux Village Policy Area of the Jurupa Community Plan zoned as Rubidoux Village-Commercial (R-VC) that is in violation of the provisions contained within any specific zone classification in this ordinance or that is in violation of the following provisions.

a. COMMERCIAL SIGNS.

(1) All signs must be mounted on freestanding ground-mounted supports, supported from elements in the landscape such as arbors and arcades, or anchored to the building either with surface mounts, or suspended from walls or ceilings. No roof mounted structures are permitted. Standard pole mounted signs are not permitted.

(2) Illuminated signs may be used within the Rubidoux-Village Commercial Zone of the Rubidoux Village Policy Area boundaries of the Jurupa Community Plan. Illuminated signs are permitted under the following criteria:

a) Internal illumination for text, background or both.

b) External illumination that does not spill over onto adjacent property or over public rights of way so as to cause a nuisance or a hazard.

c) Neon type signs in which the sign text and/or graphic design is made up on fluorescent tubes.

d) All conduits and raceways must be concealed unless appropriate to the architectural design of the sign and its support structure.

(3) Murals and Artwork as Signage. Murals and other works of art intended to serve as signage to identify, locate or list the goods and/or services provided must comply with the standards of this ordinance.

(4) Projecting signs, cantilevered or supported from a building wall or other structural support may be double sided; however, only one side will be counted in calculating allowable sign area.

(5) Landmark Identification. These identifying elements of building architecture or of the landscape are unique features in the urbanscape of the public street. Landmarks are significant only in relation to their unique identity and limited use:

a) Landmark identification is intended to announce a special place and may not be used for product or service advertising.

b) Where architectural or landscape landmarks are created on private property, signage may be affixed or suspended.

c) When permitted signage is affixed to a landmark structure, the sign must remain below the eave, cornice, or parapet cap of the structure and in no case may it project over or above the roof plane. In this circumstance, the height limit is determined by the approved height of the landmark structure. Exception: When the landmark structure is higher than an adjoining roof, a permitted sign may project over the lower roof.

d) A landmark architectural element may be used as a double or triple sided sign support and will count only as a single sign.

(6) It is required that primary and secondary identification signs, whether free-standing or attached to the building, be designed as a thematically appropriate and compatible component of the building design or of the landscape architecture. Materials, details and colors must be compatible with and appropriate in terms of the overall design of the building's architecture.

(7) Copy is limited to the name of the business, a logo or logotype, and standard subtext associated with the name of the business of the logo/logotype and limited to a simple recitation of the general goods or services is not permitted.

(8) Posters and other temporary signage may not be permanently affixed to any exterior portion of the buildings or the landscape.

(9) Notwithstanding the requirements of the underlying zoning ordinances for the zone classifications, free-standing signs may be placed in setback areas.

(10) Commercial buildings shall display at least one street address sign visible from the adjoining streets with numerals/letters a minimum of our inches high.

(11) No standard signs such as franchise, major brand or corporate signs, which have not been modified or specifically designed to meet the requirements of this ordinance shall be permitted.

b. SHOPPING CENTER SIGNS. A shopping center is defined as a minimum six acre development under single ownership or development control having as anchor tenant(s) a major retail user(s).

(1) Primary Identification Signs. These are used as the primary identification of the entire shopping center. These signs must be located so as to be read from either Mission Boulevard, Rubidoux Boulevard and/or Riverview Drive. The total number of signs is limited to one per site.

a) Free-standing: Limited in area to 120 square feet or a maximum of .25 percent (1/4 of 1 percent) of the approved building area not to exceed 200 square feet and not to exceed 20 feet in height.

b) Building mounted: Limited to 120 square feet in area.

(2) Secondary Identification Signs: These signs serve the same purpose as the primary signs except that they may be located along local streets and alleys. The total number of signs per site is limited to one per street frontage for each local street faced by the building.

a) Free-standing: Limited to 40 square feet in area and may not exceed 12 feet in height.

b) Building mounted: Limited to 40 square feet in area.

c. LARGE PROJECT IDENTIFICATION SIGNS. To be regarded as a large project, a project must meet the following criteria: The parcel or combination of parcels must be a minimum of 20,000 square feet; gross tenant space must be a minimum of 12,000 square feet and there must be a minimum of five lease/tenant spaces.

(1) Primary Identification. These are used as the primary identification of an entire project or complex of buildings. These signs must be located so as to be read from either Mission Boulevard, Rubidoux Boulevard and/or Riverview Drive. The total number of signs per site is limited to one per street frontage.

a) Free-standing: Limited to 120 square feet in area and may not exceed 16 feet in height.

b) Building mounted: Limited to 80 square feet in area.

(2) Secondary Identification: The regulations for shopping center secondary identification signage apply.

d. SMALL PROJECT IDENTIFICATION SIGNS.

(1) Primary Identification. These area used as the primary identification of an entire project or complex of buildings. These signs must be located so as to be read from either Mission Boulevard, Rubidoux Boulevard and/or Riverview Drive. The total number of signs per site is limited to one per street frontage.

a) Free-standing: Limited to 80 square feet in area and may not exceed 16 feet in height.

b) Building mounted. Limited to 80 square feet in area.

(2) Secondary Identification. The regulations for shopping center secondary identification signage apply.

e. SINGLE TENANT BUILDINGS AND MAJOR TENANT IDENTIFICATION SIGNS. Copy is limited to the name of the business, the business owners, the logo or logotype, and a standard subtext associated with the name of the business or the logo/logotype. The total number of signs per site is limited to one per frontage for each local street or alley faced by the building or project. However, one additional sign is permitted per frontage facing an enclosed court not visible from a public street.

(1) Free-standing: Limited to 40 square feet in area and may not exceed 12 feet in height.

(2) Building mounted: Limited to 40 square feet in area.

f. MINOR TENANTS IDENTIFICATION SIGNS. Copy is limited to the name of the business, the business owners, the logo or logotype, and a standard subtext associated with the name of the business or the logo/logotype.

(1) Free-standing or building mounted: Limited to ten square feet in area.

(2) Number of signs: Limited to one. Except: corner suites and spaces may have one additional sign to be displayed on the alternate frontage, and one additional sign is permitted per frontage facing an enclosed court not visible from a public street.

(3) Tenant spaces set back under loggias or similar architectural features that serve as pedestrian ways may use one additional sing either on the exterior face of the building (or suspended perpendicular to the building) or under the loggia either building mounted or suspended.

g. DOOR AND WINDOW TENANT IDENTIFICATION SIGNS. For individual office and small shape identification: These signs are permitted in addition to all other permitted sign under this Section and are mounted or installed on windows and doors visible to passers by.

(1) Business name identification: Limited to two square feet in area.

(2) Addresses and suite numbers: Limited to one square foot in area.

(3) If installed immediately adjacent to the primary entry, this sign may be mounted on the building.

h. SPECIAL PURPOSE SIGNS.

(1) Locator Boards and Tenant Directories. Kiosks and free-standing slab type directories are considered architectural features and must comply with the provisions of this Section and the development standards of the zone classification for the property. Building mounted sign boxes or slab type directories need only meet the provisions of this Section .

a) Signs are limited to 12 square feet per face.

b) Signs shall be designed as a component part of the building design or of the landscape architecture. Materials, details and colors must be compatible with an appropriate in terms of the overall design of the complex.

(2) Flagpoles, Banners and Flags. Banners and flags are permitted as follows:

a) The manner of suspension or support must be compatible with the architectural character of the buildings or the landscape theme.

b) No single flag or banner shall exceed 64 square feet nor shall the length exceed 15 feet.

c) Flag poles are not permitted to exceed 70 feet in height.

d) The copy or message on the flag/banner may be any permitted under the provisions of subsection g: Door and Window Tenant Identification Signs.

e) Banners suspended between buildings must be secured per State Uniform Building Code requirements and adequately secured against wind and gravity loads.

f) Flags and banners are to be permanent features of the project. No temporary flags or banners are permitted.

(3) Special Event and Sale Signage: Special event and sale signage is intended to be temporary, mobile and of short duration.

a) The signs may be window mounted or painted for no more than three weeks prior to and during the event; thereafter, the sign must be removed within three working days.

b) These signs may be mounted on kiosks, slabs or wall-mounted announcement boards.

c) Temporary free-standing signs created specifically to announce an event or a sale are limited to eight square feet in area and may be double sided.

(4) Public Facilities Identification and Directional Signs: Special signs for bathrooms. wheelchair access, elevators, telephones, etc. are limited to two square feet; providing, however, that nothing in this ordinance is to be construed to contravene the dictates of Federal or State legislation with regard to signage for the handicapped.

(5) Directional Signs for Access and Loading. These directional and instructional signs are limited to four square feet per sign and must be located so that those requiring the directions can easily find them.

(6) Court Name Signs:

a) Limited to 20 square feet per sign.

b) Limited to one sign for each point of access from public right-of-ways.

i. FUTURE FACILITIES SIGNS. These signs are intended to announce the impending development of a facility. They may be free-standing or building mounted.

(1) Maximum Size: 32 square feet in a four foot by eight foot panel.

(2) Refer to the "Rubidoux Village Design Workbook" for the design, color and font specifications for the header and footer bands.

a) Copy is limited to the name of the future facility, logo/logotype, the subtext description of the project, the developer(s), lender, architect, landscape architect and/or engineer and major tenants, the proposed time of opening and a contact name and telephone number to pre-leasing information.

b) Maximum Height: ten feet.

c) When smaller signs are utilized, the required header and footer bands must be proportionately sized and incorporated.

j. PROJECT CONSTRUCTION SIGNS.

(1) Maximum Size: 32 square feet in a four foot by eight foot panel.

(2) Refer to the "Rubidoux Village Design Workbook" for the design, color and font specifications for the header and footer bands.

a) Copy is limited to the name of the future facility, logo/logotype, the subtext description of the project, the developer(s), the general contractor, the lender, the architect, landscape and/or engineer and major tenants, the proposed time of opening and a contact name and telephone number to pre-leasing information.

b) Maximum Height: ten feet.

c) When smaller signs are utilized, the required header and footer bands must be proportionately sized and incorporated.

k. SIGN MATERIALS. Signs may be constructed of the following materials:

(1). Neon. Neon tube lighting, particularly that of an artistic nature, reflecting the new technology and shaping methods of the medium.. Restricted to the Rubidoux-Village Commercial area only.

(2). Wood. Laser carved, sand blasted and built-up wooden signs, particularly those hanging from wall or ceiling brackets and receiving spotlight illumination.

(3). Metal, Brass, Copper, Gold Plate and Brushed Metal Signs. Either plaques or individual letters.

(4). Wood Letters. Wood letters and numbers may be used in locations that are sheltered from the weather.

(5). Painting Signs. Hand painted signs on walls, wood or other backing material, mounted or free-standing.

(6). Plastic, Acrylic and Other Synthetic Materials. Plastic sign bands used in connection with a larger sign board or glazed sign box.

(7). Concrete. Concrete may be used as a primary sign material and may be either natural or tinted in color. Any surface treatment consistent with the design of the project and the "Rubidoux Village Design Workbook" may be used. When used as a base or structural support material, the design and finish treatment must be consistent with the overall design statement of the project's architecture.

(8). Banner and Flag Material. Banners and flags must be of all-weather fabric treated to withstand both water and solar exposure. Treated canvas, sail cloth and woven nylon are acceptable examples. Samples of the materials must accompany the sign permit application.

l. PROCESSING PROCEDURE

(1) For applications within the Rubidoux Village Policy Area of the Jurupa Community Plan, approval of the design and location of said sign shall be obtained from the County Economic Development Agency before the application will be accepted for processing by the County Planning Department.

(2) No outdoor advertising sign(s) and/or structure(s) shall be placed or erected until an application has been approved by the County Economic Development Agency, and a permit issued by the County Planning Director on the form provided by the County Planning Department accompanied by the filing fee set forth in Ordinance No. 671 and meeting the requirements of Section 18.30 of this ordinance.

(3) Said application shall consist of five copies of a plot plan drawn to scale, containing the name, address or telephone number of he applicant, and a general description of the property and/or structure upon which the outdoor advertising sign(s) and/or structure(s) are proposed to be placed.

(4) The plot plan shall show the precise location, type, and size of the proposed outdoor advertising sign(s) and/or structure(s), all property lines, zoning, and the dimension, location of and distance to the nearest building, public and private roads, and other rights-of-way, building setback lines, and specifically planned future road right-of-way lines, and any and all other information required in such a manner that the proposed sign(s) and/or structure(s) may be readily ascertained, identified, and evaluated.

m. APPROVALS AND MODIFICATIONS. The design of all signs for specific projects must accompany the application for plot plan review, conditional use permit or building permit, depending on the nature and size of the proposed project.

(1) Modification. Where a modification is requested that does not exceed a ten percent deviation from the standards contained in this Section , the Planning Director with the consent of the Executive Director of the Redevelopment Agency shall review and approve the request with or without conditions. There shall be a ten day appeal period from the Planning Director's decision which shall then be heard before the Planning Commission within 45 days of the date of appeal.

(2) Amendment to the Rubidoux Village Policy Area Sign Program. Any amendment to the "Rubidoux Village Design Workbook" requiring the sign program shall be reflected in Section 19.8 of this ordinance.

(3) A specific plan or large project that seeks to adopt its own sign program may do so. The proposed specific plan project must be compatible with an clearly related to the regulations of this ordinance and specific findings must be so made.

Added Effective:
11-28-97 (Ord. 348.3804)

Amended Effective:
10-15-98 (Ord. 348.3842)
05-06-99 (Ord. 348.3857)

Section 19.9 Repealed.

Amended Effective:
08-28-03 (Ord. 348.4110)

Repealed Effective:
10-18-07(Ord. 348.4529)

ARTICLE XIXa

TEMPORARY EVENTS

Section 19.51. INTENT. The Board of Supervisors has enacted the following provisions to regulate and control, in a content neutral manner, temporary events that are conducted in the unincorporated area of the County of Riverside.

Section 19.52. DEFINITIONS. The following terms shall have the following meanings for the purposes of this article:

a. "TEMPORARY EVENT". An event held, either indoors or outdoors, on no more than four consecutive days, to which the public is invited, with or without charge. Temporary events include, but are not limited to, music festivals, stage or theatrical shows, sports events, fairs, carnivals, rodeos, automobile sales, shows or races, off-road vehicle sales, shows or races, animal sales, shows or races, heavy equipment auctions and tent revival meetings. Temporary events are classified as follows:

(1) "MAJOR EVENT". A temporary event which 2,000 or more people are expected to attend.

(2) "MINOR EVENT". A temporary event which less than 2,000, but more than 200 people are expected to attend.

b. "ESTABLISHED FACILITY". An existing, legally permitted facility that is designed and constructed to accommodate 2,000 or more people.

Section 19.53. APPROPRIATE VENUE. Notwithstanding any other provision of this ordinance to the contrary, major and minor events are permitted as a matter of right in any established facility, but may not occur during the hours of 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. A major event may not be held at any location other than an established facility. A minor event may be held at a location other than an established facility, but only if a minor event permit has first been obtained in accordance herewith.

a. PERMIT APPLICATION. An application for a minor event permit shall be made to the Planning Director in accordance with Section 18.30 of this ordinance at least 60 days before the event. All the procedural provisions of Section 18.30 shall apply to the application, except subsection c. thereof relating to requirements for approval, subsection e. thereof relating to appeals and subsection f. thereof relating to use of the permit after the application is approved.

b. APPLICATION LIMITATIONS. An application for a minor event permit shall not be processed and shall be summarily denied if ten minor events have already occurred at the location in question.

c. REQUIREMENTS FOR APPROVAL. The Planning Director shall approve an application for a minor event permit if:

(1) The application limitation discussed in subsection b. hereof has not been exceeded.

(2)There is no pending code enforcement action on the property underlying the proposed event location.

(3)An access and parking plan has been approved by the County Transportation Director.

(4) A fire protection plan has been approved by the County Fire Chief.

(5) A security operations plan has been approved by the County Sheriff.

(6) An emergency medical services plan has been approved by the County Health Services Agency Director.

(7) A sewage disposal, potable water and food service operation plan has been approved by the County Health Services Agency Director.

(8) A noise, dust and lighting mitigation plan has been approved by the County Planning Department.

d. HOURS OF OPERATION. Any activity for which a minor event permit is issued shall not be allowed to operate between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.

e. APPEALS. An applicant or any interested person may appeal the decision of the Planning Director to the Board of Supervisors within ten days of the date of the decision. The appeal shall be made on the forms provided by the County Planning Department and shall be accompanied by the filing fee set forth in Ordinance No. 671. Upon receipt of a completed appeal form, the Clerk of the Board shall set the matter for hearing before the Board of Supervisors not less than five nor more than 30 days thereafter and shall give written notice of the hearing to the appellant and the Planning Director. The Board of Supervisors shall render its decision within 30 days following the close of the appeal hearing.

Section 19.54. BOND AND INSURANCE. The Planning Director may require an applicant for a minor event permit to post a bond or to otherwise financially secure that the event location is restored to its original condition and that the County is fully reimbursed for any unanticipated law enforcement or emergency medical expenses. The Planning Director shall determine the amount of the bond or other security and the applicant shall post it with the County Building and Safety Director. The Planning Director may also require an applicant for a minor event permit to obtain indemnity or liability insurance naming the County as the insured.

Section 19.55. ADVERTISING/TICKET SALES. No person shall advertise, sell or furnish tickets for a minor event until a permit has been obtained for the event in accordance herewith.

Section 19.56. REVOCATION. A minor event permit may be revoked pursuant to and in accordance with Section 18.31 of this ordinance.

Adopted:
03-05-81 (Ord. 348.1926)

Amended Effective:
06-30-88 (Ord. 348.2856)
04-20-01 (Ord. 348.3982)

ARTICLE XIXb

MOBILEHOMES

Section 19.75. INTENT. The California Legislature has enacted Section 65852.3 of the Government Code (effective July 1, 1981) which provides that counties shall not prohibit the installation of qualified mobilehomes on approved foundation systems on lots that are zoned for single-family dwellings. For the purposes of this ordinance, the term "mobilehome" shall be synonymous with the term "manufactured housing." County Ordinance No. 348 permits the installation of mobilehomes, not on foundations, in several of its existing zone classifications, subject to certain requirements and standards; it further permits for the installation of mobilehomes in the R-T and R-T-R Zones. It is the intent of the Board of Supervisors, in adopting this article, to enact provisions that will allow mobilehomes to be installed on foundations in compliance with Government Code Section 65852.3; to continue to allow the installation of mobilehomes not on foundations in certain zone classifications, and to continue to permit the installation of mobilehomes in the R-T and R-T-R Zones. This article is intended to supplement the provisions of this ordinance relating to mobilehomes, but shall take precedence over any portion of this ordinance that is inconsistent herewith.

Amended Effective:
01-05-84 (Ord. 348.2244)

Section 19.76. FINDINGS. Pursuant to Section 65852.3 of the Government Code, the Board of Supervisors determines that all lots zoned to permit the construction of conventional single family dwellings are compatible for the installation of a mobilehome on a foundation system.

Section 19.77. MOBILEHOMES ON FOUNDATIONS. A mobilehome may be installed on a foundation on any lot in the unincorporated area of the County of Riverside, that is zoned to permit the construction of a conventional single family dwelling, subject to development standards of that zone, provided that when the subject lot is adjacent to property containing a place, building, structure, or other object listed on the National Register of Historic Places, a mobilehome shall be permitted provided approval of a plot plan shall first have been obtained at a public hearing pursuant to the provisions of Section 18.30 of this ordinance.

Section 19.78. (Deleted by Ordinance 348.3053 - 10-05-89)

Section 19.79. MOBILEHOMES NOT ON FOUNDATIONS. The provisions in the various zone classifications that allow mobilehomes, subject to conditions and requirements contained therein, shall remain in effect unless amended or repealed. All specific mobilehome provisions in the various zone classifications in County Ordinance No. 348 refer to mobilehomes not on a foundation system and shall continue in effect irrespective of the fact that certain zones may then provide for mobilehomes both on and not on a foundation system. For purposes, of permit issuance, the mobilehome on a foundation is allowed whenever a conventional single-family dwelling is allowed, subject to the requirements of this article. The mobilehome not on a foundation is allowed whenever it is specifically so provided in the various zone classifications in County Ordinance No. 348, subject to any requirements set forth therein. When a mobilehome is not in conformance with the development standards of the zone classification in which it is located, that mobilehome constitutes a nonconforming use, and as such cannot be altered except to comply with the requirements of this article, and as allowed in subsection g. of Section 18.8 of this ordinance. However, there is no specific time period in which the mobilehome must be removed.

Amended Effective:
03-10-83 (Ord. 348.2160)

Section 19.80. The Section s in the R-T, R-T-R, R-R, R-R-0 and W-2-M Zones which provide for mobilehomes shall remain in effect; however, a person shall be permitted to install a mobilehome in said zones either on or not on a foundation system.

Adopted:
06-02-81 (Ord. 348.1965)

Amended Effective:
02-08-83 (Ord. 348.2160)
01-05-84 (Ord. 348.2244)
07-31-84 (Ord. 348.2358)
09-05-89 (Ord. 348.3053)

MOBILEHOME PARKS IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES

Section 19.91. INTENT: The California Legislature has declared that there is a need to eliminate the distinction between mobilehome development and conventional forms of residential land use, and has enacted Section 65852.7 of the Government Code and amended Section 18300 of the Health and Safety Code to allow for mobilehome parks in residential zones. Section 65852.7 of the Government Code requires that the County permit mobilehome parks in all residential zones subject to the issuance of a conditional use permit. Section 18300 of the Health and Safety Code provides that the County shall not require clubhouses, and recreational facilities unless such facilities are required for other similar residential developments. It is the intent of the Board of Supervisors in adopting this article to enact provisions which will permit mobilehome parks in residential zones in compliance with Government Code Section 65852.7 and Health and Safety Code Section 18300.

Section 19.92. STANDARDS. A mobilehome park that is permitted with a conditional use permit in a residential zone, not including the R-R, W-2, R-D, W-2-M, and R-T Zone, shall comply with the following requirements:

a. UNIT SIZE. The mobilehome unit shall have a floor living area of 750 square feet excluding patios, porches, garages, and similar structures.

b. OPAQUE SKIRT. The area between the ground level and floor level and the unit shall be screened by an opaque skirt.

c. DENSITY. The average density of the mobilehome park shall be in conformance with the density of the underlying zone classifications, provided that a density bonus of 25 percent of the density permitted by the underlying zoning may be allowed if it is determined that the higher density is compatible with the area in which the development is proposed to be located.

d. MINIMUM SIZE OF SPACE. Notwithstanding subsection c. above, the minimum size of each space shall be 3600 square feet, provided that a minimum space size of 2500 square feet may be permitted when deemed compatible with the surrounding development. Each space shall have a minimum width of 30 feet.

e. WALL. A masonry wall six feet in height shall be erected along the perimeter of the mobilehome park.

f. AUTOMOBILE STORAGE. Automobile storage shall be provided as required by Section 18.12 of this ordinance.

Added Effective:
11-23-82 (Ord. 348.2140)

Section 19.93. STANDARDS FOR MOBILEHOME PARKS IN THE R-R, W-2, R-D, AND W-2-M ZONES. A mobilehome park permitted in the R-R, W-2, R-D or W-2-M Zones shall comply with the following requirements:

a. UNIT SIZE. The mobilehome unit shall have a floor living area of 450 square feet excluding patios, porches, garages, and similar structures.

b. OPAQUE SKIRT. The area between the ground level and floor level of the unit shall be screened by an opaque skirt.

c. DENSITY. The overall density of the mobilehome park shall be determined by the physical and service constraints of the parcel being considered, and the compatibility of the proposed mobilehome park with the surrounding development.

d. MINIMUM SIZE OF SPACE. Notwithstanding subsection c. above, the minimum size of each space shall be 2500 square feet. Each space shall have a minimum width of 30 feet.

e. WALL. A masonry wall six feet in height shall be erected along the perimeter of the mobilehome park.

f. AUTOMOBILE STORAGE. Automobile storage shall be provided as required by Section 18.12 of this ordinance.

Added Effective:
11-23-82 (Ord. 348.2140)

Section 19.94. RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE. Open space or recreation facilities are not required for mobilehome parks approved in residential zones.

Added Effective:
11-23-82 (Ord. 348.2140)

ARTICLE XIXd

RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARKS

Section 19.95. INTENT.

Recreational vehicle parks or resorts are intended to provide for the accommodation of visitors to the unincorporated areas of Riverside County who travel to or within the County by recreational vehicle and reside in a recreational vehicle park. The provisions of this article are intended to create a safe, healthful, and beneficial environment for occupants of the recreation vehicle parks and to protect the character and integrity of surrounding uses.

Section 19.96. INCIDENTAL USES.

a. A recreational vehicle park may include incidental uses operated for the convenience of recreational vehicle park occupants only. No incidental use shall be permitted unless approved as part of the approval of the recreational vehicle park. There shall be no separate sign advertising any such incidental use visible from any street and any such use shall be located no less than one 100 feet from any street. Incidental uses permitted may include the following:

(1) Dwellings for owner and/or managers and staff.

(2) Food markets.

(3) Office.

(4) Laundry.

(5) Personal services including showers and rest rooms.

(6) Indoor and outdoor recreational facilities.

(7) Restaurants, including dancing and alcoholic beverage sales.

(8) Sales of items related to maintenance and operation of recreational vehicles.

(9) Barber and beauty shops.

(10) Golf courses and tennis courts.

(11) Refreshment stands.

(12) Membership sales offices

(13) Assembly rooms.

(14) Boat storage and launching

(15) Horse stables.

(16) Storage for recreational vehicles. An area may be provided where recreational vehicles can be stored when not in use. The storage area shall be fully screened on all sides by a six foot high masonry wall or a six foot high fence, and a six-foot high landscape buffer shall be provided around the wall or fence.

b. The County Planning Commission or East Planning Counsel may, by resolution of record, permit any other incidental use which it determines to be similar to those listed above, operated exclusively for the convenience of recreational vehicle park residents, and not more obnoxious or detrimental to the public health, safety and welfare, or to other uses permitted in the park. All such uses shall be subject to the property development standards contained herein.

Section 19.97. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR ALL RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARKS. Development of Recreational Vehicle Parks shall comply with all requirements of this Ordinance, Title 25 of the California Administrative Code, and all other applicable statutes and ordinances. The following development standards shall apply to all recreational vehicle parks:

a. PARK SITE AND STANDARDS.

(1) Density.

a) Where areas are designated or determined for Category I and II land uses in the Riverside County General Plan, an overall density of not more than 20 spaces per acre may be allowed. However, the maximum permitted density may be reduced if it is determined to be necessary to achieve compatibility with the area in which the park is located. In areas where an adopted community plan sets forth recreational park densities, the provided densities in the community plan shall apply.

b) Where areas are designated or determined for Category III, IV, or open space land uses in the Riverside County General Plan, an overall density of not more than eight spaces per acre shall be allowed for vacation recreational vehicle parks and extended occupancy parks. However, the maximum permitted density may be reduced if it is determined to be necessary to achieve compatibility with the area in which the park is located. In areas where an adopted community plan sets forth recreational vehicle park densities, the densities provided in the community plan shall prevail.

c) Where areas are designated or determined for Category III land uses in the Riverside County General Plan, the overall density for permanent occupancy parks shall be not more than that permitted for residential development by the General Plan. In areas where an adopted community plan exists, the residential density provided for the project site in the community plan shall apply.

(2) General Plan Land Use Categories.

a) Vacation recreational vehicle parks and extended occupancy parks shall be allowed in all land use category areas.

b) Extended occupancy parks may be allowed in all land use category areas.

c) Permanent occupancy parks may be allowed only in areas designated for Category I, II or III land use in the Riverside County General Plan.

(3) Size of Recreational Vehicle Park: No parcel of land containing less than five acres may be used for the development and operation of a recreational vehicle park.

(4) Open Space. Each recreational vehicle park shall have a minimum of 25 percent of its net area in open space. The net area of a park shall be determined by excluding all streets, drives, and visitor parking areas.

b. SIGNS. All signs shall comply with the provisions of Article XIX of County Ordinance No. 348.

c. OUTSIDE ACCESS.

(1) Principal access shall be from a County maintained road.

(2) Emergency access shall be a minimum of 15 feet in width and shall be gated. It shall be posted and otherwise remain unobstructed. Use of emergency access shall be limited to emergency use only. Emergency access may be permitted from any street.

d. TRASH REMOVAL. A trash removal plan for the recreational vehicle park shall be submitted at the time of application. This plan must include the type of trash removal system; location, size, and number of trash receptacles; and frequency of removal. Trash bins shall be fully screened and inaccessible to wildlife. Removal of garbage and rubbish shall comply with the requirements of County Ordinance No. 513.

e. LIGHTING.

(1) Lighting shall be indirect, hooded and positioned so as to reflect onto the access roads and away from the recreational vehicle spaces and adjoining property unless otherwise approved by the approving body.

(2) Lighting standards for roads and recreational vehicle sites shall be a maximum of ten feet in height. The height of all light standards shall be measured from the elevation of the adjoining pavement of the access roads. Lighting standards in recreational areas may be taller than ten feet.

(3) All recreational vehicle parks in the Mt. Palomar Street Lighting Area shall comply with the lighting policies set forth in County Ordinance No. 655.

f. DRAINAGE. The park shall be so graded that there will be no depressions in which surface water will accumulate or as approved by the County Flood Control District.

g. DISTANCE BETWEEN RECREATIONAL VEHICLES AND BUILDINGS.

(1) Recreational vehicle spaces shall be designed so as to provide the maximum distance between recreational vehicles, taking into account minimum recreational vehicle space size requirements as established within this ordinance.

(2) In vacation recreational vehicle parks, recreational vehicle utility connections may be arranged so as to allow grouping of recreational vehicles, up to four vehicles per utility connection, if this is desired by the recreational vehicle owners. However, recreational vehicle owners shall not be required to group more than two to a utility connection unless they so request.

(3) Where recreational vehicle spaces are located near any permitted building, the minimum distance between the recreational vehicle and said building shall be 15 feet.

h. SETBACKS AND YARD REQUIREMENTS.

(1) Yard Requirement. Each recreational vehicle park shall have a 20 foot wide landscaped front yard extending along the full width of the parcel devoted to said use and along any side or rear property line abutting a street unless this requirement is modified by the approving body. The yard(s) shall be free of all walls, fences, and accessory structures.

(2) Setbacks. All structures and recreational vehicle pads shall be set back from all side and rear property lines not less than three feet, except where a side or rear property line abuts a street, the setback shall be not less than 20 feet. Where the recreational vehicle park is adjacent to an existing single family development, a 100 foot setback shall be provided for structures exceeding one story.

i. OFF-STREET PARKING. Parking for recreational vehicle parks shall comply with Section 18.12 of this ordinance. No parking or interior access roads shall be allowed. Visitor parking shall be provided in separate off street parking areas.

j. BUILDING HEIGHT. Maximum building heights shall be as permitted in the zoning classification in which the recreational vehicle park is located.

k. MANAGEMENT.

(1) A caretaker responsible for the management of the park shall be present on the premises of the park at all times when the park is occupied.

(2) Maintenance and Storage Yard. All storage of supplies, maintenance materials and equipment outside of buildings shall be provided within a storage area. Any storage shall be located outside any required yard and completely screened from adjoining properties with a decorative masonry wall or fencing six feet in height and further buffered with landscaping materials eight feet in height.

l. SANITARY FACILITIES:

(1) Based on standards set forth in Title 25 of the California Administrative Code, toilets, lavatories and showers shall be provided in the following numbers for each sex:

a) In parks constructed and operated exclusively for dependent recreational vehicles: one toilet, one shower, and one lavatory for each sex for each 15 dependent recreational vehicle spaces.

b) In parks constructed and operated exclusively for independent recreational vehicles, or for a combination of independent and dependent recreational vehicles, the following ratio of toilets, showers and lavatories for each sex:

No. of Spaces	Toilets	Lavatories	Showers
1-25	1	1	1
26-70	2	2	2

For each additional 100 spaces or fraction thereof one additional toilet, lavatory and shower shall be provided for each sex.

c) In parks where no water and sewer connections are provided at individual recreational vehicle spaces, one toilet, lavatory, and shower shall be provided for each sex for every 15 recreational spaces.

(2) Toilets shall be of a water flushing type.

(3) Hot and cold running water shall be provided for lavatories and showers.

(4) Toilet, lavatory and shower facilities shall be located not more than 400 feet from any dependent recreational vehicle space. Toilet, lavatory, and shower facilities shall be located not more than 1,000 feet from any independent recreational vehicle space.

(6) One washing machine and dryer shall be provided for every 50 recreational vehicle spaces or fraction thereof.

(7) Recreational vehicle parks which do not provide each recreational vehicle space with a connection to an approved sanitary sewer system shall provide sanitation stations designed to receive the discharge from the sewage holding tanks of recreational vehicles.

a) The sanitary station shall be constructed in accordance with specifications set forth in Title 25 of the California Administrative Code.

b) If a sanitation station is provided, it shall be located within the park in such a manner so as not to be obnoxious to the tenants of the park and shall be set back 100 feet from adjoining residential development, unless approved by the approving body.

m. INTERIOR ACCESS ROADS. Interior access roads within the recreational park shall not be less than 24 feet wide and be paved with a minimum thickness of three inches of asphalt concrete or six inches of Portland Cement Concrete, or with such alternate surfacing as recommended by a soils engineer.

n. ONE WAY INTERIOR ACCESS ROADS. The approving body may reduce the minimum width of interior access roads to 20 feet where one way interior access roads are utilized.

o. FRONTAGE. Each recreational vehicle space shall front on or be served by an interior access road.

p. HAZARDOUS FIRE AREAS. In areas designated as hazardous fire areas, the following standards shall apply pursuant to County Ordinance No. 546:

(1) Roads must be a minimum 24 feet in width.

(2) Dead end roads shall be no longer than 600 feet in length and shall end in a 90 foot diameter turnaround.

q. ELECTRICAL SERVICES. In accordance with Title 25 of the California Administrative Code, the following standards shall be met.

(1) Only one power supply connection shall be made to a recreational vehicle.

(2) Electric power supply equipment shall be located on the rear half of the recreational vehicle space within four feet of the location or proposed location of the recreational vehicle on the space.

r. All structures shall comply with the requirements of Title 25 of the California Administrative Code, except where this ordinance is more restrictive, the restrictive standards shall apply.

Section 19.98. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR VACATION RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARKS.

a. SIZE OF SPACE. The minimum area of each recreational vehicle space shall be 1,250 square feet.

b. INDIVIDUAL SPACE IMPROVEMENTS.

(1) Recreational vehicle sites and driveways shall be of crushed stone, decomposed granite, grass or similar material so as to provide a level surface for recreational vehicle parking and to minimize dust.

(2) A parking space shall be provided for each recreational vehicle site not less than nine feet by 25 feet in size. The parking space may be part of the driveway into or through the site. The parking space may be part of the driveway into or through the site. The parking space shall be of rock, decomposed granite, grass or similar material so as to provide a level surface for car parking and to minimize dust.

(3) All areas not in hard surface shall be landscaped pursuant to Section 18.12 of this ordinance unless otherwise approved by the approving body.

c. WATER SERVICES. Each recreational vehicle space shall be provided with a water service outlet delivering safe, potable water.

d. UTILITY SERVICES. All utility services within the recreational vehicle park including, but not limited to, electrical, telephone, and television services, shall be underground.

e. MOVEMENT OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES. Wheels shall not be removed from recreational vehicles, nor shall any fixture be added which will prevent the recreational vehicle from being moved under its own power or by a passenger vehicle.

f. ACCESSORY STRUCTURES.

(1) No accessory structures including, but not limited to, ramadas, cabanas, and storage structures, shall be constructed on individual recreational vehicle spaces except patio covers may be constructed provided the following criteria are met and maintained..

a. The patio covers are located or constructed and maintained by the park owner.

b. The covers are of uniform size, style, and building materials.

c. The patio covers are self-supporting and in no way permanently attached to a recreational vehicle.

d. The patio covers are approved as part of the approval of the recreational vehicle park.

(2) All awnings shall be supported off the individual recreational vehicle, shall remain attached to the recreational vehicle at all times, and shall not be connected in any way to a permanent structure. Free standing awnings shall not be permitted.

(3) Structures to assist the handicapped shall be allowed.

(4) The occupied area of the recreational vehicle lot shall not exceed 75 percent of the lot area.

g. RECREATIONAL AREA. Recreation areas may be provided. Open space, pool areas, game courts, and similar areas, shall be considered recreation areas.

h. WALL AND FENCES. Each recreational vehicle park shall be screened or fenced as follows:

(1) For vacation recreational vehicle parks in Category H or II land use areas, decorative masonry walls or fencing six feet in height, shall be erected on all property lines that do not abut a road. Where the park abuts a road, a six foot high wall or fence shall be combined with an earthen berm and landscaping to provide an eight foot high screen. In all cases walls and fences shall be buffered with appropriate landscape materials as provided by Section 18.12 of this ordinance.

(2) For vacation recreational vehicle parks located in Category III or IV, or open space land use areas a decorative masonry wall, earthen berm and block wall, fencing, landscaping screen, or combination thereof shall be provided on all property lines as specified by the approving body. Where walls and fences are utilized, landscape buffer shall be provided as set forth in Section 18.12 of this ordinance.

(3) For vacation recreational vehicle parks visible from a scenic vista or a designated State or County Scenic Highway, decorative masonry wall, or fence six feet in height shall be erected on all property lines that do not abut a road. Where the park abuts a road, the six foot high fence shall be combined with an earthen berm and landscaping to provide an eight foot high screen. In all cases walls and fences shall be buffered with appropriate landscape materials as provided by Section 18.12 of this ordinance.

(4) The exterior side of all block walls shall be coated with a protective coating that will facilitate the removal of graffiti.

Section 19.98a. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS WITHIN EXTENDED OCCUPANCY PARKS.

a. SIZE AND SPACE. Each recreational vehicle space shall be 1,750 square feet or more in area with a minimum width of 30 feet and contain 40 percent of open space area. The open space area shall not include patio area, vehicle parking area, and recreational vehicle parking area.

b. INDIVIDUAL SPACE IMPROVEMENTS:

(1) Each site shall contain a level, stabilized recreational vehicle parking pad of crushed stone, decomposed granite, paving or other suitable material.

(2) Each recreational vehicle space may be provided with a ten foot by 25 foot parking area of asphalt concrete, Portland Cement Concrete, rock, decomposed granite/or similar material.

(3) All areas not in hard surface shall be landscaped pursuant to Section 18.12 of this ordinance, unless otherwise approved by the approving body.

c. ELECTRICAL SERVICES.

(1) Each recreational vehicle space shall be provided with an electrical service outlet.

(2) Each recreational vehicle space may be provided with connection to telephone service.

d. WATER SERVICES. Each recreational vehicle space shall be provided with a fresh water service outlet delivering safe and potable water.

e. SEWER SERVICE. Each recreational vehicle space shall be provided with a connection to an approved sanitary sewer system.

f. NUMBER OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES PER SITE. Only one recreational vehicle connected to utilities shall be allowed per site. No other vehicle parked at the recreational vehicle site, except for the primary recreational vehicle, shall be used for human habitation on a temporary or permanent basis. In addition to the primary recreational vehicle, two cars, vans or trucks may be parked at the recreational vehicle space. One recreational vehicle may be substituted for these other vehicles provided it is the only available source of transportation to and from the recreational vehicle park.

g. MOVEMENT OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES. Wheels shall not be removed from recreational vehicles.

h. ACCESSORY STRUCTURE.

(1) Ramadas and patio covers are allowed.

(2) Accessory storage structures may be allowed at individual vehicle spaces with the following restrictions:

a) The structures are approved as part of the recreational vehicle park approval.

b) Storage structures are no larger than 100 square feet in area and a maximum of eight feet in height.

c) Only one storage structure is allowed at each recreational vehicle site.

(3) All structures shall comply with the requirements of Title 25 of the California Administrative Code, except where this ordinance is more restrictive, the more restrictive standards shall apply.

(4) No more than 60 percent of the area of each individual recreational vehicle site may be covered by the recreational vehicle and accessory structures.

(5) Structures to assist the handicapped shall be allowed.

(6) Awnings are permitted in accordance with the provisions of Title 25 of the California Administrative Code.

i. RECREATIONAL AREA. A community recreational area or areas having a minimum area of 150 square feet for each recreational vehicle space shall be provided. Any such area shall be of sufficient size to be usable for recreational purposes. Open space, pool areas, game courts, clubhouses, and similar areas shall be considered recreation areas.

j. WALLS AND FENCES. Each recreational vehicle park shall be screened or fenced as follows:

(1) For extended occupancy parks in Category H or II land use areas decorative masonry walls or fencing six feet in height, shall be erected on all property lines that do not abut a road. Where the park abuts a road the six foot high wall or fence shall be combined with an earthen berm and landscaping to provide an eight foot high screen. In all cases walls or fences shall be buffered with appropriate landscape materials as provided by Section 18.12 of this ordinance.

(2) For extended occupancy parks in Category III, IV, or open space land use areas a decorative masonry wall, earthen berm and block wall, fencing, or landscaping screen, or combination thereof shall be on all property lines as specified by the approving body. Where walls and fences are utilized an additional landscape buffer shall be provided as set forth in Section 18.12 of this ordinance.

(3) For extended occupancy parks visible from a scenic vista or a designated State or County Scenic Highway, decorative walls or fencing six feet in height shall be erected on all property lines that do not abut a road. Where the park abuts a road, a six foot wall or fence shall be combined with an earthen berm and landscaping to provide an eight foot high screen. In all cases walls or fences shall be buffered with appropriate landscape materials as provided by Section 18.12 of this ordinance.

(4) The exterior side of all block walls shall be coated with a protective coating that will facilitate the removal of graffiti.

k. HUMAN HABITABILITY. Only recreational vehicles which can connect to sewer and water service at the recreational vehicle space shall be allowed to stay for longer than 30 consecutive days or 120 days in any one year.

l. VEHICLE REGISTRATION. All recreational vehicles which are sited within a recreational vehicle park on a long term or permanent basis shall be registered with the California Department of Motor Vehicles.

Section 19.98b. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR PERMANENT OCCUPANCY PARKS.

a. SIZE OF SPACE. Each recreational vehicle space shall be 1,750 square feet or more in area with a minimum width of 30 feet and contain 40 percent of open space area. The open space area shall not include patio area, vehicle parking area, and recreational vehicle parking area.

b. INDIVIDUAL SPACE IMPROVEMENTS.

(1) Each site shall contain a level, stabilized recreational vehicle parking pad of crushed stone, decomposed granite, paving or other suitable material.

(2) Each recreational vehicle space shall be provided with a ten foot by 25 foot parking area of asphalt concrete, Portland Cement Concrete, rock, decomposed granite, or similar material.

(3) Each recreational vehicle space may be provided with a patio up to 120 square feet in area.

(4) All areas not in hard surface shall be landscaped pursuant to Section 18.12 of this ordinance, unless otherwise approved by the approving body.

(5) A five gallon tree shall be planted at each recreational vehicle site by the park owner and maintained by an automatic water system.

(6) Each permanent recreational vehicle shall be skirted in order to screen the area under the vehicle from view, unless waived by the approving body.

c. UTILITY SERVICES.

(1) Each recreational vehicle space shall be provided with an electrical service outlet.

(2) Each recreational vehicle space may be provided with a connection to telephone service.

(3) All electrical, telephone and television services within the recreational vehicle park shall be underground.

d. WATER SERVICES. Each recreational vehicle space shall be provided with a water service outlet delivering safe and potable water.

e. SEWER SERVICE. Each recreational vehicle space shall be provided with a connection to an approved sanitary sewer service.

f. TELEVISION SERVICE. A central antenna system may be provided by the park owner. If this system is provided, all wiring shall be underground, and service shall be provided to each recreational vehicle site. Dish antennas shall be located in an unobtrusive location and screened.

g. NUMBER OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES PER SITE. Only one recreational vehicle connected to utilities shall be allowed per site. No other vehicle parked at the recreational vehicle site, except for the primary vehicle, shall be used for human habitation on a temporary or permanent basis. In addition to the primary recreational vehicle, two cars, vans, or trucks may be parked at the recreational vehicle space. One recreational vehicle may be substituted for these vehicles provided it is the only available source of transportation to and from the recreational vehicle park.

h. ACCESSORY STRUCTURE.

(1) Ramadas and patio covers are allowed.

(2) Accessory storage structures are allowed at individual vehicle spaces with the following restrictions:

a) The structures are approved as part of the approval of the recreational vehicle park.

b) Storage structures are no larger than 100 square feet in area and a maximum of eight feet in height.

c) Only one storage structure is allowed at each recreational vehicle site.

(3) No more than 60 percent of the area of each individual recreational vehicle site may be covered by the recreational vehicle and accessory structures.

(4) Structures to assist the handicapped shall be allowed.

(5) Awnings shall be permitted in accordance with the provisions of Title 25 of the California Administrative Code.

i. RECREATIONAL AREA. A community recreation area shall be provided within the recreational vehicle park, exclusive of any dwelling lot or required yards, which is equal to 200 square feet per recreational vehicle site. If a clubhouse is provided, it shall have a minimum floor area of 1,200 square feet, or 20 square feet per recreational vehicle site, whichever is greater. The final design and location of recreational facilities shall be subject to the approval of the approving body.

j. WALLS. A decorative masonry wall, earthen berm and block wall, opaque fence, landscape screen, or combination thereof, six feet in height, shall be erected on all property lines that do not abut a road. Where the park abuts a road, a six foot high wall or opaque fence shall be combined with an earthen berm or landscaping to provide an eight foot high screen. The type of wall, berm, fence, or combination thereof, shall be subject to the approval of the approving body. The exterior side of all block walls shall be coated with a protective coating that will facilitate the removal of graffiti.

k. CURBS AND GUTTERS. Gutters may be installed where required to control drainage.

l. HUMAN HABITABILITY. Only recreational vehicles which have toilet and kitchen facilities and can connect to sewer and water service at the recreational vehicle space are allowed.

m. SPACE OWNERSHIP. A permanent park may have a membership organization that provides for the use of spaces in a park by members; however, members shall not be granted title to any lot within a park.

n. SEWER SYSTEM. All permanent parks shall be connected to a sewer system as approval by the County Health Department.

o. VEHICLE REGISTRATION. All recreational vehicles which are sited with a recreational vehicle park on a long-term or permanent basis shall be registered with the State of California Department of Motor Vehicles.

p. FAULT HAZARD ZONES. For the purpose of this ordinance, recreational vehicles located in a permanent recreational vehicle park shall be considered a project as defined in County Ordinance No. 547 implementing the Alquist-Priolo Special Studies Zone Act.

q. RECREATIONAL VEHICLE STORAGE AREA. All permanent occupancy parks shall provide a recreational vehicle storage area for the use of park residents. This storage area shall contain storage space for a minimum of one recreational vehicle for every five recreational vehicle sites in the park, unless otherwise approved by the approving body. The storage area shall be screened from all streets and from surrounding properties by an eight foot high wall or opaque fence, or by a combination earthen berm and wall or fence which provide an eight foot high screen.

Section 19.99. EXTENDED OCCUPANCY PERMIT. An existing recreational vehicle park which is operating under a permit approved by Riverside County prior to January 1, 1987, may apply for a permit to allow extended occupancy, which shall be granted if the following requirements are met:

a. SIGNS. The provisions of Article XIX of County Ordinance No. 348 shall apply.

b. TRASH REMOVAL. A trash removal plan for the recreational vehicle park shall be submitted at the time of application. This plan must include the type of trash removal system; location, size, and number of trash receptacles; and frequency of removal. Trash bins shall be fully screened and inaccessible to wildlife. Removal of garbage and rubbish shall comply with the requirements of Riverside County Ordinance No. 513.

c. LIGHTING. All recreational vehicle parks in the Mt. Palomar Special Lighting Area shall comply with lighting policies set forth in Ordinance No. 655.

d. OFF-STREET PARKING. Parking for recreational vehicle parks shall comply with Section 18.12 of this ordinance. No parking on access roads shall be allowed.

e. NUMBER OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES PER SITE. Only one recreational vehicle per site connected to utilities shall be allowed. No other vehicle parked at the recreational vehicle site, except for the primary vehicle, shall be used for human habitation on a temporary or permanent basis. In addition to the primary recreational vehicle, two cars, vans, or trucks may be parked at the recreational vehicle space. One recreational vehicle may be substituted for these vehicles provided it is the only available source of transportation to and from the recreational vehicle park.

f. MANAGEMENT. A caretaker responsible for the management of the park shall be present on the premises of the park at all times when the park is occupied.

g. HUMAN HABITABILITY. Only recreational vehicles which can connect to sewer and water service at the recreational vehicle space shall be allowed to stay for longer than 30 consecutive days or 120 days in any one calendar year, and such recreational vehicles must be located on sites where water and sewer connection are provided as approved by the County Health Department.

h. WATER SERVICE. Each recreational vehicle space shall be provided with a water service outlet delivering safe, pure, and potable water.

i. VEHICLE REGISTRATION. All recreational vehicles which are sited within a recreational vehicle park on a long term or permanent basis shall be registered with the State of California Department of Motor Vehicles.

j. ELECTRICAL SERVICE. Each recreational vehicle space shall be provided with an electric service outlet which complies with applicable requirement of Title 25 of the California Administrative Code.

Section 19.99a. PERMANENT OCCUPANCY PERMIT. An existing recreational vehicle park which is operating under a permit approved by Riverside County prior to January 1, 1987, may apply for a permit to allow permanent occupancy, which shall be granted if the following requirements are met:

a. GENERAL PLAN LAND USE CATEGORY. The recreational vehicle park must be located in an area designated for Category H, II or III land uses in the Riverside County General Plan.

b. OUTSIDE ACCESS. Principal access shall be from a County maintained road.

c. SIGNS. The provisions of Article XIX of County Ordinance No. 348 shall apply.

d. TRASH REMOVAL. A trash removal plan for the recreational vehicle park shall be submitted at the time of application. This plan must include the type of trash removal system; location, size, and number of trash receptacles; and frequency of removal. Trash bins shall be fully screened and inaccessible to wildlife. Removal of garbage and rubbish shall comply with the requirements of County Ordinance No. 513.

e. LIGHTING. All recreational vehicle parks in the Mt. Palomar Special Lighting Area shall comply with lighting policies set forth in County Ordinance No. 655.

f. OFF-STREET PARKING. Parking for recreational vehicle parks shall comply with Section 18.12 of this ordinance. No parking on access roads shall be allowed.

g. NUMBER OF RECREATIONAL VEHICLES PER SITE. Only one recreational vehicle per site connected to utilities shall be allowed. No other vehicle parked at the recreational vehicle site, except for the primary vehicle, shall be used for human habitation on a temporary or permanent basis. In addition to the primary recreational vehicle, two cars, vans or trucks may be parked at the recreational vehicle space. One recreational vehicle may be substituted for these vehicles provided it is the only available source of transportation to and from the recreational vehicle park.

h. MANAGEMENT. A caretaker responsible for the management of the park shall be present on the premises of the park at all times when the park is occupied.

i. HUMAN HABITABILITY. Only recreational vehicles which can connect to sewer and water service at the recreational vehicle space shall be allowed to stay for longer than 30 consecutive days or 120 days in any one calendar year, and these recreational vehicles must be located on sites where water and sewer connection are provided as approved by the County Health Department.

j. WATER SERVICE. Each recreational vehicle space shall be provided with a water service outlet delivering safe, pure, and potable water.

k. VEHICLE REGISTRATION. All recreational vehicles which are sited within a recreational vehicle park on a long term or permanent basis shall be registered with the State of California Department of Motor Vehicles.

l. ELECTRICAL SERVICE. Each recreational vehicle space shall be provided with an electric service outlet which complies with applicable requirement of Title 25 of the California Administrative Code.

m. Awnings, cabanas, and storage shed shall be permitted pursuant to the provisions of this article.

Section 19.100. APPLICATIONS. An applications for an extended occupancy permit or a permanent occupancy for an existing recreational vehicle park which is operating under a permit approved by Riverside County prior to January 1, 1987, shall be made to the Planning Director pursuant to Section 18.30 of this ordinance. Such application shall be made on the form provided by the Planning Department, accompanied by the filing fee set forth in County Ordinance No. 671, and shall include such information and documentation as may be required by the Planning Director, including the following:

a. Name and address of the applicant and all owners of the subject property.

b. Evidence that the owners or their representatives agree to the application.

c. Location and address, legal description and zoning of the property on which the recreational vehicle park is to be located.

d. A site plan of the entire property showing the location of each recreational vehicle space, accessory buildings and their uses, all interior roads, landscaping, and all utility services and hookups.

Added Effective:
02-16-89 (Ord. 348.2986)
11-30-95 (Ord. 348.3752)

ARTICLE XIXe

CONGREGATE CARE RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES

Section 19.101. INTENT. It is the intent of the Board of Supervisors in adopting this article to provide alternative housing opportunities for those persons capable of independent living who do not need the level of care provided at convalescent facilities. The Board finds that this article will provide needed housing for those persons who have been identified as impacted groups by the Housing Element of the Riverside General Plan. The Board also finds that this article will provide a standard for distinguishing between congregate care residential facilities and other multi-family uses.

Section 19.102. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS. The following standards of development shall apply for congregate care residential facilities.

a. DENSITY. The allowable density for a project shall not exceed the density permitted by the underlying zoning classification or the applicable General Plan land use category, whichever is less.

b. LOCATION. The project shall be located in accordance with all applicable developmental and locational guidelines under the General Plan and shall be located in those areas which offer appropriate services for the residents of these facilities, including necessary medical, transportation, shopping, recreational and nutritional programs.

c. ELEVATORS. No building shall be constructed that exceeds one story in height unless it contains elevators for the use of the occupants. Elevators shall be spaced in a manner which will minimize the walking distance from the elevators to the residential units.

d. DWELLING UNITS.

(1) The net livable area for each unit shall not be less than 400 square feet for an efficiency unit, 550 square feet for a one-bedroom unit, and 700 square feet for a two-bedroom unit.

(2) Not less than four percent of the residential units shall be accessible for the handicapped, and all other units shall be adaptable for the handicapped. The handicap units shall be distributed equally throughout the project. All handicap units shall meet the standards set forth in Title 24, Part II of the California Administrative Code.

(3) Kitchenettes may be permitted provided that they are sized to meet the immediate needs of the occupants of the unit.

(4) No more than thirty percent of the units shall be efficiency units.

e. HALLWAYS AND WALKWAYS. Hallways should be kept to a minimum length to avoid the appearance of an oversized home or an institution. Five-foot wide paved pedestrian walkways shall be installed between the dwelling units and the recreational areas of the project. All hallways and pedestrian walkways shall be maintained with a minimum of five feet of unobstructed width and adequate vertical clearance to provide unobstructed walking capability. Not less than one accessible route for the handicapped to all on-site facilities shall be provided. Hallways shall be designed to accommodate the use of walkers, canes or other mechanical assistance.

f. OPEN SPACE AND RECREATION FACILITIES. Not less than forty percent of the net area of the project shall be used for open space, recreational facilities, or a combination thereof. Not less than twenty-five percent of the required open space area shall be used for active recreational facilities, such as pool, spa, tennis, and gardening by residents. Recreational, public assembly and similar buildings may be permitted within the project if they are intended for the primary use of persons residing within the project and are located so as not to be detrimental to adjacent properties.

g. YARD SETBACKS. Building setbacks from a project's exterior streets and boundary lines shall be the same as those prescribed by the zone in which the project is located; however, in no case shall such building setbacks for any project be less than those prescribed in the R-3 Zone. The minimum building setback for interior drives and parking areas shall be ten feet.

h. BUILDING HEIGHT. The height of buildings shall not exceed that which is permitted in the zone in which the project is located. The maximum permitted height limits must be reduced if it is determined to be necessary for a planned development to achieve compatibility with the area in which the development is located.

i. TRASH AREAS. Adequate enclosed trash pickup areas, convenient to the residents which they are intended to serve, shall be provided in the project. Trash areas will be screened by a six foot high decorative block wall.

j. SCREENING. A six foot high decorative block wall shall be constructed on all project boundary lines to provide adequate security and privacy. The exterior side of all block walls shall be coated with a protective coating that will facilitate the removal of graffiti.

k. PARKING. The number of required automobile storage spaces shall be determined in accordance with Section 18.12 of this ordinance at the time of the approval of the project; however, notwithstanding any provision of this ordinance to the contrary, a twenty percent reduction in the total number of required vehicle parking spaces for residential purposes may be allowed if appropriate, and an additional five percent reduction may be allowed if the applicant proposes alternative senior citizen transportation programs; however, in no case shall the reduction of parking spaces exceed twenty-five percent of the total spaces required by Section 18.12 of this ordinance. Public street parking and tandem parking shall not be counted in this requirement. All required parking spaces shall be located entirely within the development, accessible to the units which they serve, and no parking space shall be located more than 150 feet from the unit it is designed to serve. Parking requirements for other facilities within the development shall be subject to the provisions of Section 18.12 of this ordinance and may not be reduced. Not less than ten percent of the required parking spaces shall be designed and designated for use by the handicapped; provided, however, that there shall be at least one designed and designated handicapped parking space provided for each handicapped resident. Handicapped parking spaces shall be distributed evenly throughout the parking areas.

l. ACCESS. The number and location of vehicular access openings into a project shall be as specified by the Road Commissioner. Projects must be located on a street with a minimum 66-foot right-of-way.

m. SUPPORTIVE SERVICES. Services that support the residents shall be provided. At a minimum the following services shall be provided.

(1) Laundry Facilities. One washing machine and dryer shall be provided for every 20 rooms.

(2) Housekeeping and Linen Service. At a minimum, weekly service shall be provided.

(3) Communications. A "panic button," intercom or other similar device shall be provided in each room so communication with the central office/security desk is available.

(4) Central Dining. A central dining room shall be provided. The size of the room shall be sufficient to accommodate all of the residents. The minimum room size shall be the product of the proposed maximum number of residents in the facility multiplied by five square feet per resident; however, in no instance shall the central dining room be less than 350 square feet.

(5) Miscellaneous Facilities. The following services are permitted within a congregate care residential facility provided they do not exceed five percent of the total building of the facility.

a) Barber and beauty shops.

b) Religious facilities.

c) Commercial uses that are compatible with the proposed use and provide a service to the residents. Such uses may be open to the general public.

n. PUBLIC TRANSIT ACCESS. A public transit turnout shall be included within the project's design.

Section 19.103. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS - INCREASED DENSITY.

a. DENSITY. A density increase of 50 percent over that permitted in Section 19.102 a. above, unless otherwise limited by a community plan, may be permitted if the project meets the following additional guidelines.

(1) AREA SERVICES. The following services must be located within the following prescribed distances:

a) Neighborhood shopping center: 2 mile.

b) Recreation facilities with amenities designed for the elderly: one mile.

c) Hospital facility: 20 minutes by public or private transportation.

d) Medical services (doctor/dentist): two miles. Medical services shall mean the provision of health care by licensed practitioners at fixed locations during standard office hours.

e) Emergency services (fire/paramedic): five minutes by emergency vehicle.

f) Community services (social, educational, etc.): two miles.

g) Mass transit facility:

1. If a reduction in the required parking spaces is requested then the facility must be located within 150 feet of the project.

2. If a reduction in the required parking spaces is not requested, then the facility must be within 2 mile of the project unless transportation is provided by the facility.

(2) PROJECT DESIGN. Projects proposed under this Section shall meet the following requirements, in addition to all requirements of Section 19.102 c. through n.

a) OPEN SPACE.

1. Private open space. Each unit shall be provided with private useable open space. Patios shall be at least 100 square feet in area. Balconies shall be at least 80 square feet in area.

2. Common open space.

a. Not less than forty-five percent of the net area of a project shall be used for common open space. Not less than twenty-five percent of the required common open space area shall be used for active recreational facilities, such as pool, spa, tennis, and gardening by residents.

b. Indoor recreational/leisure space shall be provided in the form of a multipurpose or recreational room. The size of the room shall be based on the ratio of 15 square feet of floor area per unit provided. In no instance shall the room be less than 1,000 square feet.

b) ACCESS. The number and location of vehicular access openings into a project shall be as specified by the Road Commissioner. Projects must be located on a street with a minimum 66 foot right-of-way, within 150 feet of a mass transit facility, or must provide appropriate transportation for residents.

b. DENSITY. A density increase of 100 percent over that permitted in Section 19.102 a. above, unless otherwise limited by a community plan, may be permitted if the project meets the following additional guidelines.

(1) AREA SERVICES. The following services must be located within the following prescribed distances:

a) Neighborhood shopping center: 1/4 mile.

b) Recreation facilities with amenities designed for the elderly: one mile.

c) Hospital facility: 20 minutes by public or private transportation.

d) Medical services (doctor/dentist): one mile. Medical services shall mean the provision of health care by licensed practitioners at fixed locations during standard office hours.

e) Emergency services (fire/paramedic): five minutes by emergency vehicles.

f) Community services (social, educational, etc.): one mile.

g) Mass transit facility:

1. If a reduction in the required parking spaces is requested then the facility must be located within 150 feet of the project.

2. If a reduction in the required parking spaces is not requested, then the facility must be within 1/4 mile of the project unless transportation is provided by the facility.

(2) PROJECT DESIGN. Projects proposed under this Section shall meet the following requirements, in addition to all requirements of Section 19.102 c. through n.

a) OPEN SPACE.

1. Private open space. Each unit shall be provided with private useable open space. Patios shall be at least 100 square feet in area. Balconies shall be at least 80 square feet in area.

2. Common open space.

a. Not less than fifty percent of the net area of a project shall be used for common open space. No less than twenty-five percent of the required common open space will be used for active recreational facilities, such as pool, spa, tennis, or gardening by residents.

b. Indoor recreational/leisure space shall be provided in the form of a multipurpose or recreational room. The size of the room shall be based on the ratio of 15 square feet of floor area per unit provided. In no instance shall the room be less than 1,000 square feet.

b) ACCESS. The number and location of vehicular access openings into a project shall be as specified by the Road Commissioner. Projects must be located on a street with a minimum 66 foot right-of-way, within 150 feet of a mass transit facility, or must provide appropriate transportation for residents.

c) An increased density project must be located a minimum distance from any other increased density project equal to the product of the number of units of the larger project multiplied by 50 feet; provided, however, that in no event shall the minimum distance between any two increased density projects be less than 1,320 feet.

Section 19.104. RESTRICTIONS.

a. The development shall be open to those residents who are capable of demonstrating the mental competence and physical ability to leave a building without assistance of any other person.

b. The project management shall not provide any service which would require a license to be issued by the State of California. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

(1) Assistance in dressing, grooming, bathing and other personal hygiene;

(2) Assistance with taking medication;

(3) Central storing and distribution of medications;

(4) Arrangement of and assistance with medical and dental care; and

(5) Maintenance and supervision of resident monies or property.

Added Effective:
12-16-86 (Ord. 348.2643)

Article XIXf Deleted in entirety:
12-26-07 (Ord. 348.4548)

Article XIXg

WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES

Section 19.400. INTENT. The intent of this article is to do each of the following:

a. Enhance the ability of telecommunication service providers to effectively and efficiently provide new wireless communication services in the unincorporated area of Riverside County;

b. Encourage the design and placement of wireless communication facilities in a way that minimizes their impact to the visual character, health, economic vitality and biological resources of Riverside County;

c. Encourage and maximize the use of existing and approved wireless communication facilities, buildings and other structures while taking into account the use of concealment technology in order to reduce the number of facilities needed to serve businesses and residents in Riverside County;

d. Ensure continuous maintenance of new and existing wireless communication facilities; and

e. Ensure the timely removal of any unused or outdated wireless communication facilities.

Section 19.401. EXCLUSIONS. This article shall not apply to any tower or antenna that is less than one hundred and five (105) feet in total height and that is owned and operated by a federally-licensed amateur radio station operator. This article shall also not apply to any tower or antenna used for commercial radio or television purposes.

Section 19.402. DEFINITIONS. The following terms shall have the following meanings for purposes of this article:

a. 'Antenna'. A device used for the purpose of transmitting and/or receiving wireless communication signals.

b. 'ANTENNA STRUCTURE'. An antenna and its associated support structure, such as a monopole or tower.

c. 'EQUIPMENT ENCLOSURE'. Any freestanding or mounted structure, shelter, cabinet, or vault used to house and protect the electronic and supporting equipment necessary for processing wireless communication signals. Supporting equipment includes, but is not limited to, air conditioners, emergency generators, and other back-up power suppliers.

d. 'MONOPOLE'. A vertical, unguyed structure erected on the ground to support an antenna.

e. 'PLANNING DIRECTOR'. The Planning Director of Riverside County.

f. 'TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICE PROVIDER'. The private sector entity that is responsible for providing wireless communication to the general public or the private sector entity that owns or operates a wireless communication facility.

g. 'TOWER'. A structure that supports, holds or contains equipment that sends and/or receives wireless communication signals, including, but not limited to, antennas.

h. 'WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES'. Facilities that send and/or receive personal wireless communication signals, including, but not limited, to antennas, microwave dishes or horns, antenna structures, towers, equipment enclosures and the land upon which they are all situated. Wireless communication facilities are classified as follows:

(1) 'CONCEALED WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES'. Facilities blended into the environment so as not to be seen at all or, if seen, not to be recognized as wireless communication facilities. Concealed wireless communication facilities include, but are not limited to, architecturally screened roof-mounted facilities, facade-mounted design feature facilities, clock tower facilities and entry statement signage facilities. The Planning Director shall make the final determination as to whether a facility under review constitutes a concealed wireless communication facility.

(2) 'DISGUISED WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES'. Facilities designed and sited so as to be minimally visually intrusive. Disguised wireless communication facilities include, but are not limited to, disguised palm trees (monopalms), disguised pine trees (monopines), disguised ball field light poles, disguised water towers, disguised street lights, disguised electric utility poles, suspended wire antennas and painted poles located within a grove of live trees. The Planning Director shall make the final determination as to whether a facility under review constitutes a disguised wireless communication facility.

(3) 'Co-located WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES'. Facilities owned by one telecommunication service provider that are attached to facilities owned by a different telecommunication service provider. The Planning Director shall make the final determination as to whether a facility under review constitutes a co-located wireless communication facility.

(4) 'OTHER WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES'. Facilities that are not concealed, disguised or co-located.

Section 19.403. CONCEALED WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES.

a. APPROPRIATE LOCATION. Concealed wireless communication facilities may be located in any zone classification.

b. PERMIT APPLICATION. An application for a plot plan shall be made to the Planning Director in accordance with Section 18.30 of this ordinance. The application shall be classified as a plot plan that is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act and that is not transmitted to any governmental agency other than the County Planning Department for review and comment. A public hearing on the application shall not be required. All the procedural provisions of Section 18.30 shall apply to the application, except as provided herein.

c. REQUIREMENTS FOR APPROVAL. No plot plan application for a concealed wireless communication facility shall be approved unless:

(1) The facility is designed so that it is not visible at all or, if visible, it is not recognizable as a wireless communication facility.

(2) Supporting equipment is located entirely within an equipment enclosure that is architecturally compatible with the surrounding area or is screened from view.

(3) The application has met the processing requirements set forth in this article.

(4) The application has met the location and development standards set forth in this article.

(5) The application has met the requirements for approval set forth in Section 18.30 of this ordinance.

Section 19.404. DISGUISED WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES.

a. APPROPRIATE LOCATION. Disguised wireless communication facilities may be located in the following zone classifications: R-D, I-P, M-SC, M-M, M-H, M-R, M-R-A, N-A, A-1 (lots larger than two and one-half (2 and 1/2) acres), A-P, A-2, A-D, W-2, W-2-M, W-1, W-E, R-VC, C-1/C-P, C-T, C-P-S, C-O, C-C/V (hereinafter referred to as "non-residential zone classifications"). Disguised wireless communication facilities may also be located in the following zone classifications: A-1 (lots two and one-half (2 and 1/2) acres and smaller), R-T-R, C-R, C/V, R-3, R-3-A, R-5, R-R, R-R-O, R-A, R-1, R-1-A, R-2, R-2-A, R-4, R-6, R-T (hereinafter referred to as "residential zone classifications").

b. PERMIT APPLICATION.

(1) NON-RESIDENTIAL ZONE CLASSIFICATIONS. An application for a plot plan shall be made to the Planning Director in accordance with Section 18.30 of this ordinance. The application shall be classified as a plot plan that is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act and that is transmitted to one or more governmental agencies other than the County Planning Department. A notice shall be sent to all property owners within six hundred (600) feet of the parcel on which the disguised wireless communication facility would be located. If no property owner requests a public hearing on the application, then such a hearing shall not be required. If a property owner requests a public hearing on the application, the application shall be reclassified as a plot plan that is subject to the California Environmental Quality Act and shall be processed in the same manner as such a plot plan is ordinarily processed. All the procedural provisions of Section 18.30 shall apply to the application, except as provided herein.

(2) RESIDENTIAL ZONE CLASSIFICATIONS. An application for a plot plan shall be made to the Planning Director in accordance with Section 18.30 of this ordinance. The application shall be classified as a plot plan that is subject to the California Environmental Quality Act and shall be processed in the same manner as such a plot plan is ordinarily processed, except that the hearing notice shall be sent to all property owners within six hundred (600) feet of the parcel on which the disguised wireless communication facility would be located. All the procedural provisions of Section 18.30 shall apply to the application, except as provided herein.

c. REQUIREMENTS FOR APPROVAL. No plot plan application for a disguised wireless communication facility shall be approved unless:

(1) The facility is designed and sited so that it is minimally visually intrusive.

(2) Supporting equipment is located entirely within an equipment enclosure that is architecturally compatible with the surrounding area or is screened from view.

(3) The application has met the processing requirements set forth in this article.

(4) The application has met the location and development standards set forth in this article.

(5) The application has met the requirements for approval set forth in Section 18.30 of this ordinance.

Section 19.405. CO-LOCATED WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES.

a. APPROPRIATE LOCATION. Co-located wireless communication facilities may be located in any zone classification.

b. PERMIT APPLICATION.

(1) NON-RESIDENTIAL ZONE CLASSIFICATIONS. An application for substantial conformance shall be made to the Planning Director in accordance with Section 18.43 of this ordinance. If the Planning Director determines that the criteria for substantial conformance are not met or if the Planning Director determines that area densities and/or land uses have substantially changed since the original facility was constructed, an application for a plot plan shall be made to the Planning Director in accordance with Section 18.30 of this ordinance. The application shall be classified as a plot plan that is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act and that is not transmitted to any governmental agency other than the County Planning Department for review and comment. A public hearing on the application shall not be required. All the procedural provisions of Section 18.30 shall apply to the application, except as provided herein.

(2) RESIDENTIAL ZONE CLASSIFICATIONS. An application for a plot plan shall be made to the Planning Director in accordance with Section 18.30 of this ordinance. The application shall be classified as a plot plan that is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act and that is transmitted to one or more governmental agencies other than the County Planning Department. A notice shall be sent to all property owners within six hundred (600) feet of the parcel on which the co-located wireless communication facility would be located. If no property owner requests a public hearing on the application, a public hearing shall not be required. If a property owner requests a public hearing on the application, the application shall be re-classified as a plot plan that is subject to the California Environmental Quality Act and shall be processed in the same manner as such a plot plan is ordinarily processed. All the procedural provisions of Section 18.30 shall apply to the application, except as provided herein.

c. REQUIREMENTS FOR APPROVAL. No plot plan application for a co-located wireless communication facility shall be approved unless:

(1) The facility is owned by one telecommunication service provider and is attached to a facility owned by a different telecommunication service provider or tower owner or operator.

(2) The height of the existing facility is not increased by more than ten (10) feet.

(3) Supporting equipment is located entirely within an equipment enclosure that is architecturally compatible with the surrounding area or is screened from view.

(4) The application has met the processing requirements set forth in this article.

(5) The application has met the location and development standards set forth in this article.

(6) The application has met the requirements for approval set forth in Section 18.30 of this ordinance.

Section 19.406. OTHER WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES.

a. APPROPRIATE LOCATION. Other wireless communication facilities may be located in the following zone classifications: R-D, I-P, M-S-C, M-M, M-H, M-R, M-R-A, N-A, A-1 (lots larger than two and one-half (2 and 1/2) acres), A-P, A-Z, A-D, W-2, W-2-M, W-1, W-E.

b. PERMIT APPLICATION. An application for a conditional use permit shall be made to the Planning Director in accordance with Section 18.28 of this ordinance. A public hearing on the application shall be required. All the procedural provisions of Section 18.28 shall apply to the application.

c. REQUIREMENTS FOR APPROVAL. No conditional use permit for an other wireless communication facility shall be approved unless:

(1) The facility is not located within a sensitive viewshed.

(2) Supporting equipment is located entirely within an equipment enclosure that is architecturally compatible with the surrounding area or is screened from view.

(3) The application has met the processing requirements set forth in this article.

(4) The application has met the location and development standards set forth in this article.

(5) The application has met the requirements for approval set forth in Section 18.28 of this ordinance.

Section 19.407. EFFECT OF LOCATION ON PUBLIC PROPERTY. Whether located on public or private property, wireless communication facilities cannot be constructed unless a permit has first been obtained in accordance with this article.

Section 19.408. EFFECT OF ENCROACHMENT PERMIT ISSUANCE. An encroachment permit does not, under any circumstances, authorize the construction of wireless communication facilities.

Section 19.409. PROCESSING REQUIREMENTS.

a. In addition to the application requirements of the appropriate permit, all of the following shall be submitted with a wireless communication facility application:

(1) All items required by the Department of Information Technology, Communications Bureau (IT).

(2) A site plan drawn to scale by a California licensed land surveyor or civil engineer showing property lines; the location of the proposed facility; the distance of the proposed facility from property lines; adjacent roadways and rights-of-way; contours; the height of the proposed facility and the facility type; guy wires and anchors; facility dimensions; setbacks; existing structures on the underlying property; elevation drawings depicting the typical design of the proposed facility; parking; access easements; and fencing.

(3) A conceptual landscape plan indicating all existing vegetation, identifying landscaping that is to be retained on the site and identifying any additional vegetation that is needed to satisfactorily control erosion and screen the facility from adjacent land uses and public vistas. All existing trees larger than four (4) inches in diameter at a height of four and one-half (4 and 1/2) feet shall be identified in the landscape plan by species type and the plan shall indicate whether the trees are to be retained or removed. Landscape plans are not required for concealed wireless communication facilities.

(4) Propagation diagrams showing the existing network coverage within one (1) mile of the site and the proposed coverage based upon the proposed facility at the proposed height.

(5) Photo simulations showing the proposed facility from all public roads and all residential developments within a 1/2 mile radius of the site.

(6) A letter stating whether or not Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) clearance is required. If FAA clearance is required, a letter stating the type of lighting necessary and the tower color.

(7) A fully executed copy of the lease or other agreement entered into with the owner of the underlying property. The lease or other agreement shall include a provision indicating that the telecommunication service provider, or its successors and assigns, shall remove the wireless communication facility completely upon its abandonment. The lease or other agreement shall also include a provision notifying the property owner that if the telecommunication service provider does not completely remove a facility upon its abandonment, the County may remove the facility at the property owner's expense and lien the property for the cost of such removal. Propriety information in the lease may be redacted.

(8) A list of all towers owned by the applicant located within Riverside County. The list shall include:

a) Zoning permit numbers.

b) Assessor's Parcel Number(s).

c) GPS coordinates.

d) Street Addresses.

e) Thomas Brothers map page and coordinates (identify edition used).

f) Type of facility (concealed, disguised, co-located, other).

g) Number of antennas on each facility.

(9) If required by the County Geologist, a geotechnical report that shall include the following:

a) Soils and geologic characteristics of the site based upon site- specific sampling and testing;

b) Foundation design criteria for the proposed facility;

c) A slope stability analysis;

d) Grading criteria for ground preparation, cuts and fills and soil compaction;

e) A geologic hazards evaluation to include regional seismicity, potential for strong ground shaking, all appropriate primary and secondary seismic hazards, and recommended mitigation measures;

f) A detailed fault hazard evaluation prepared by a California registered geologist or certified engineering geologist for any wireless communication facility located within an Alquist-Priolo Special Studies Zone, County Fault Zone, or within one hundred fifty (150) feet of any other active or potentially active fault; and

g) A detailed liquefaction hazard evaluation prepared by a California registered geologist or certified engineering geologist for wireless communication towers located within a County Liquefaction Zone.

(10) If required by the County Biologist, a biological assessment that shall include the following:

a) A proposed facility description including location, height of tower as measured from the ground, description of associated equipment, width and length of access roads and driveways, and length and right-of-way width of power and communication lines;

b) Existing biological resources onsite including quantification of vegetation and habitat types, color photo documentation of onsite and surrounding vegetation, a description of water resources, potential habitat for Federal and State-listed species, and sensitive species habitats;

c) The results of any focused surveys for federally listed species (if required); and

d) Impacts to biological resources including quantification of the habitat to be removed as a result of the proposed facility.

(11) A variance application pursuant to Section 18.27 if the wireless communication facility exceeds the maximum height allowed or the applicant desires not to comply with any other development standard.

b. The proposed facility height shall be stated in all hearing notices.

c. A wireless communication facility shall have an initial approval period (life) of ten (10) years that may be extended if appropriate application is made to the Planning Director or the Planning Commission, whichever was the original approving officer or body. Such extensions, if approved, shall be in increments of ten (10) years. The determination as to the appropriateness of such extensions shall be made, in part, on adherence to the original conditions of approval and the number of complaints, if any, received by the County. In the case of co-located facilities, the permits of all co-locaters shall automatically be extended until the last co-locater's permit expires.

d. When a proposed wireless communication facility would be located within the sphere of influence of any city within the County and/or within one mile of city limits, Planning staff shall transmit the application to the affected city for review and comment if a public hearing is required by this article. When a proposed wireless communication facility has the potential to impact federal or state lands, Planning staff shall transmit the application to the appropriate federal or state agency for review and comment if a public hearing is required by this article.

Section 19.410. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS. All wireless communication facilities shall comply with the following development standards:

a. Area Disturbance. Disturbance to the natural landscape shall be minimized. Disturbed areas shall be remediated immediately after construction. Remediation techniques may vary depending on the site.

b. Fencing and Walls. All wireless communication facilities shall be enclosed with a decorative block wall, wrought iron fence, or other screening option at a maximum height of six (6) feet as deemed appropriate by the Planning Director. Such fencing/walls shall conform to the Countywide Design Standards and Guidelines.

c. HEIGHT LIMITATIONS. Concealed wireless communication facilities are subject to the height limitations of the zone classification in which they are located Disguised wireless communication facilities in non-residential zone classifications shall not exceed seventy (70) feet. Disguised wireless communication facilities in residential zone classifications shall not exceed fifty (50) feet. Co-located wireless communication facilities in the following non-residential zone classifications shall not exceed one hundred and five (105) feet: R-D, I-P, M-SC, M-M, M-H, M-R, M-R-A, N-A, A-1, A-P, A-2, A- D, W-2, W-2-M, W-1, W-E. Co-located wireless communication facilities in the following non-residential zone classifications shall not exceed seventy (70) feet: R-VC, C-1/C-P, C-T, C-P-S, C-O, C-C/V. Co-located facilities in residential zone classifications shall not exceed fifty (50) feet. Other wireless communication facilities shall not exceed one hundred and five (105) feet.

d. Impacts. All wireless communication facilities shall be sited so as to minimize adverse impacts to the surrounding community and biological resources.

e. Landscaping. All wireless communication facilities shall have landscaping around the perimeter of the leased area and shall match and/or augment the natural landscaping in the area. Wireless communication facilities constructed to look like trees shall have other similar tree species planted adjacent to and/or around the facility to enhance the concealing effect. If landscaping is deemed necessary in native habitats, only native plant species shall be used in order to avoid introduction of exotic invasive species. All landscaping shall be irrigated unless a water source is unavailable within the parcel on which the facility is located. If a water source is not available, indigenous plants shall be used and manually watered until established.

f. Lighting. Outside lighting is prohibited unless required by the FAA or the California Building Code, including the appendix and standards adopted by the California Building Standards Commission. All towers that require awarning light to comply with FAA regulations shall use the minimum amount possible.Any security lighting shall meet the requirements of Ordinance No. 655. Any lighting system installed shall also be shielded to the greatest extent possible so as to minimize the negative impact of such lighting on adjacent properties and so as not to create a nuisance for surrounding property owners or a wildlife attractant.

g. Noise. All noise produced by wireless communication facilities shall be minimized and in no case shall noise produced exceed 45db inside the nearest dwelling and 60 db at the property line.

h. Parking. Temporary parking for service vehicles may be permitted on site. No off-site parking shall be allowed for any service vehicle. Paving for the parking shall be required, where appropriate, and may not be removed without proper mitigation. No vehicles may remain parked overnight, with the exception of technicians working at the site during the night. If a new wireless communication facility is placed on existing parking spaces required by the use currently on site, the parking spaces shall be replaced so that the current use has the necessary parking required by Ordinance No. 348. If such replacement of spaces is not feasible, a variance may be requested.

i. Paved Access. All wireless communication facilities located within residential developments containing lots 18,000 square feet or smaller shall be accessed via a paved road. All wireless communication facilities within residential developments containing lots larger than 18,000 square feet shall be accessed via an all-weather surface.

j. Power and Communication Lines. No above-ground power or communication lines shall be extended to the site, unless an applicant demonstrates that undergrounding such lines would result in substantial environmental impacts or a letter is received from the power company indicating it is unable to underground the wires. All underground utilities shall be installed in a manner to minimize disturbance of existing vegetation and wildlife habitats during construction. Removal of underground equipment upon the abandonment of a facility is not recommended unless leaving the equipment underground would pose a threat to health, safety or sensitive resources.

k. ROOF- MOUNTED FACILITIES. Wireless communication facilities mounted on a roof shall be less than ten (10) feet above the roofline.

l. Sensitive Viewshed. Wireless communication facilities proposed on ridgelines and other sensitive viewsheds, as defined in Ordinance No. 348, shall be concealed and sited so that the top of the facility is below the ridgeline as viewed from any direction.

m. Setbacks. Concealed wireless communication facilities shall meet the setback requirements of the zone classification in which they are located. Disguised wireless communication facilities in or adjacent to non-residential zone classifications shall be setback from habitable dwellings a distance equal to one hundred and twenty-five (125) percent of the facility height. Disguised wireless communication facilities in or adjacent to residential zone classifications shall be setback from habitable dwellings a distance equal to two hundred (200) percent of the facility height or shall be setback from residential property lines a distance equal to one hundred (100) percent of the facility height, whichever is greater. Co-located wireless communication facilities shall meet the setback requirements of the zone classification in which they are located. Other wireless communication facilities shall be setback from habitable dwellings a distance equal to one thousand (1,000) feet.

n. Support Facilities. Freestanding equipment enclosures shall be constructed to look like adjacent structures or facilities typically found in the area and shall adhere to the Countywide Design Standards and Guidelines where appropriate. Where there are no structures in the immediate vicinity, equipment closures shall blend with existing naturally occurring elements of the viewing background shall be screened from view by landscaping, fencing/walls or other methods. Equipment enclosures shall not exceed thirteen (13) feet in height.

o. Treatment. Wireless communication facilities shall be given a surface treatment similar to surrounding architecture. All finishes shall be dark in color with a matte finish and have a reflective rating of 38 percent.

Section 19.411. ABANDONED SITES.

a. Any wireless communication facility that is not continuously operated for a period of sixty (60) days shall be conclusively deemed abandoned.

b. The telecommunications service provider shall have sixty (60) days after a notice of abandonment is mailed by the County to either make the facility operable, replace the facility with an operable facility, or remove the facility.

c. Within ninety (90) days of the date the notice of abandonment is mailed, the County may remove the wireless communication facility at the underlying property owner's expense and shall place a lien on the property for the cost of such removal.

d. The owner of the property shall, within one hundred and twenty (120) days of the County's removal, return the site to its approximate natural condition. If the owner fails to do so, the County can restore and revegetate the site at the property owner's expense.

e. If there are two (2) or more users of a single facility, the facility shall not be deemed abandoned until all users abandon it."

Table 1

Location, Permit Application and Development Standards Summary

Zone	Concealed	Disguised	Co-located	Other
R-D, I-P, M-SC, M-M, M-H, M-R, M-R-A, N-A, A-1 (lots larger than 2 1/2 acres), A-P, A-2, A-D, W-2, W-2-M, W-1, W-E	Non-transmitted plot plan No public hearing required Approved by Planning Director Height limitation of zone Setback requirements of zone	Transmitted plot plan or CEQA plot plan and public hearing required if hearing requested by resident Approved by Planning Director Maximum height 70' Setback from a habitable dwelling 125% of facility height	Substantial conformance or non-transmitted plot plan No public hearing required Approved by Planning Director Maximum height 105' Setback requirements of zone	Conditional Use Permit, Public hearing required Approved by Planning Commission Maximum height 105' Setback from a habitable dwelling 1,000 feet
R-VC, C-1/C-P, C-T,C-P-S, C-O, C-C/V	Non-transmitted plot plan No public hearing required Approved by Planning Director Height limitation of zone Setback requirements of zone	Transmitted plot plan or CEQA plot plan and public hearing required if hearing requested by resident Approved by Planning Director Maximum height 70' Setback from a habitable dwelling 125% of facility height	Substantial conformance or non-transmitted plot plan No public hearing required Approved by Planning Director Maximum height 70' Setback requirements of zone	Not allowed
A-1 (lots 2 1/2 acres and smaller), R-T-R, C-R, C/V, R-3, R-3-A, R-5, R-R, R-R-O, R-A, R-1, R-1-A, R-2, R-2-A, R-4, R-6, R-T	Non-transmitted plot plan No public hearing required Approved by Planning Director Height limitation of zone Setback requirements of zone	CEQA plot plan Public hearing required Approved by Planning Director Maximum height 50' Setback from a habitable dwelling 200% of facility height or setback from a property line 100% of facility height, whichever is greater	Transmitted plot plan or CEQA plot plan and public hearing required if hearing requested by resident Approved by Planning Director Maximum height 50' Setback requirements of zone	Not allowed

Amended Effective:
05-18-04 (Ord. 348.4090)

Article XIXh

EASTVALE NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE

Section 19.500. INTENT. The Eastvale Neighborhood Preservation Overlay Zone is intended to provide standards that address unique neighborhood concerns regarding quality of life in the community of Eastvale by:

a. Supplementing general maintenance requirements on public properties within the neighborhood;

b. Restricting uses on private properties beyond the general requirements of the underlying zone as identified in Riverside County Ordinance 348, and

c. Providing regulatory framework for effective code enforcement efforts.

Section 19.501. APPLICABILITY.

a. The Eastvale Neighborhood Preservation Overlay Zone will be adopted and may be amended by the Board of Supervisors, as necessary to include any issue that is not addressed in this section, and adversely affects the public health, welfare and safety.

b. An overlay zone shall be placed on all the areas within the Eastvale Area Plan boundary and shall be identified as Eastvale Neighborhood Preservation Overlay (ENPO) zone on the County's official zoning map. The provisions of the ENPO zone shall apply to all the foundation components and land use designations of the General Plan within the Eastvale Area Plan boundary. The provisions of the ENPO zone shall further apply to all currently approved, and future residential developments for individual parcels, tracts and parcel maps, as well as specific plans within the Eastvale Area Plan boundary unless it is otherwise specified in Section 4 of this ordinance.

Section 19.502. DEFINITIONS. For the purpose of this ordinance, certain terms shall be defined as follows:

a. 'ACCESSORY STRUCTURES'. Buildings or structures that are separate from the main dwelling unit, such as carports, storage sheds, and pool houses.

b. 'ATTRACTIVE NUISANCES'. Any condition that is potentially dangerous to children, or likely to shelter vagrants or criminal activities, including but not limited to; any abandoned or substandard structure, building or fence; abandoned, broken, or neglected equipment, appliances and machinery; and hazardous swimming pools, ponds or other excavations including abandoned shafts or basements.

c. 'BUSINESS SIGN'. Any structure, sign, banner, flag, device, figure, painting, display, message placard, or other contrivance, or any part thereof, which has been designated to advertise a business, or to provide data or information regarding services that are provided by that business.

d. 'COMMERCIAL VEHICLE'. Any motor vehicle, truck, or trailer used for the transportation of passengers, goods, wares, or merchandise having a manufacturer's gross vehicle unladen weight rating greater than ten thousand (10,000) pounds.

e. 'COVENANTS, CONDITIONS, AND RESTRICTIONS (CC&Rs)'. A document used to describe restrictive limitations placed on real property and its uses, and which usually are made a condition of holding legal title to, or leasehold interest in, the real property in question.

f. 'DECORATIVE FENCE'. A fence installed for decorative purposes, such as split rail, picket, wrought iron, or low brick or stucco walls, constructed alternately of brick or masonry, and sections of wrought iron, aluminum, or material similar in appearance.

g. 'FENCE'. A man-made continuous barrier of any material, or combination of materials, erected to prohibit entry to real property.

h. 'FRONT YARD'. A yard extending across the full width of the lot between the side lot lines, and between the front lot line and either the nearest line of the main building or the nearest line of any enclosed or covered porch.

i. 'HOLIDAY DISPLAY'. Any display that is commonly associated with any local, or religious holiday, and erected on a temporary basis, including but not limited to: Christmas lights and other decorations, Halloween decorations, or similar items etc. Any patriotic display such as a flag or ribbon is not considered a holiday display.

j. 'HOME OCCUPATION SIGN'. Any sign placed in, on or outside of, a private residence that is used to identify any small enterprise that operates within a residential dwelling unit, and meets the definition for home occupation as established in ordinance 348.

k. 'OUTDOOR LIGHTING'. Outside illuminating devices that are electrically powered and used to light yards, building façades, patios, balconies, building overhangs, open canopies, parking sheds, landscaping, walkways, and driveways.

l. 'OUTDOOR STORAGE'. Any outside storage of material, including but not limited to: lumber, auto parts, appliances, pipe, drums, machinery, furniture, building materials, work tools, or other items or substances. Items stored under a carport, awning or patio shall be considered outside storage.

m. 'OVERLAY ZONE'. A set of zoning requirements that are superimposed upon an underlying zone. Overlay zones are generally used when a particular area requires special protection or has a special neighborhood concern. Development of land subject to overlay zoning requires compliance with the regulations of both the underlying zone and overlay zone.

n. 'PARKING AREA'. Any area for the parking of a motor vehicle, plus those additional areas required to provide ingress and egress, to and from the parking area.

o. 'REAR YARD'. A yard extending across the full width of the lot between the side lot lines, and measured between the rear lot line and the nearest rear line of the main building or the nearest line of any enclosed or covered porch.

p. 'RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT'. Any equipment used for sports, exercise, leisure, and recreation, including but not limited to: basketball hoops, slides, swings, jungle gyms, volleyball nets, grills, portable barbeques, fire pits, and outdoor heaters.

q. 'RECREATIONAL VEHICLES'. Vehicles with or without motive power, designed for human habitation or recreation, including but not limited to: boats, snowmobiles, watercraft, racing vehicles, off-road vehicles, utility trailers, motor homes, travel trailers, truck campers or camping trailers.

r. 'SIDEWALK'. Any right of way designed for the use by pedestrians and not intended for use by motor vehicles of any kind. A sidewalk may be located within or without a street right-of-way, at grade, or grade separated from vehicular traffic.

s. 'SIDE YARD'. A yard extending from the front yard to the rear yard between the side lot line and the nearest line of the main building, or of any accessory building attached thereto.

t. 'STREET'. A public or an approved private thoroughfare or road easement which affords the principal means of legal vehicular access to abutting property.

u. 'TEMPORARY EXTERIOR DISPLAY'. Any display that is commonly associated with any significant event for the household, and erected on a temporary basis, including but not limited to birthday, wedding, or any other party decoration.

v. 'YARD'. An open and unoccupied space which is unobstructed from the ground to the sky, on a lot upon which a building is situated.

Section 19.503. NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATION STANDARDS. In order to maintain a safe, clean, orderly, sanitary, and aesthetically pleasing neighborhood character, the following standards of physical environment shall apply within the Eastvale Neighborhood Preservation Overlay (ENPO) zone boundary.

a. Street Environment

(1) Public streets and sidewalks shall be kept free from any type of obstructions such as planters, landscaping, fences, temporary signs, or similar structures.

(2) All landscaped areas in a public street, sidewalk, or right-of-way that is abutting a residential property shall be maintained by the adjoining property owner, unless it is maintained through another mechanism such as Community Facilities District or Landscape Maintenance District.

(3) Trash, garbage, recycling or green waste containers (cans, bins, boxes or other such containers) shall not be kept in any front yard, driveway, walkway, sidewalk, street or right-of-way for more than twenty-four (24) sequential hours in any seven day period, including trash and recycling pick-up day. Trash containers used for construction or remodeling of the property shall be exempt provided that they are removed within forty-five (45) days following issuance of building permits, unless additional time is granted or approved by the Department of Building and Safety.

(4) For single-family residential developments, the trash or recycling containers shall be stored in garage, side yard, or rear yard, in a manner that they are not visible from any public street.

(5) For multi-family residential developments, the trash enclosures shall be constructed of sturdy and opaque materials (with trash receptacles screened from public view) that are in harmony with the architecture and materials of the main buildings.

(6) Any transportable or movable recreational equipment shall be permitted in a front yard or driveway of a property, but shall not be used in, or shall not encroach upon, any street, sidewalk or right-of-way.

(7) Any recreational equipment shall not be permanently installed in front yard, driveway, sidewalk, street or right-of-way. Concealment of the recreational equipment with a cover or other camouflage material is not an acceptable alternative to this provision.

b. Parking

(1) No vehicle shall be parked upon a public street, sidewalk or right-of-way for more than seventy-two (72) consecutive hours within a radius of five-hundred (500) yards and shall be subject to citation and/or removal by the law enforcement agency as provided for in Sections 22651, et. seq. of the California Vehicle Code.

(2) No person shall construct, repair, grease, lubricate, or dismantle any vehicle, or any part thereof, upon a public street, sidewalk or right-of-way, except for temporary emergency purposes.

(3) No vehicle, such as a car, truck or motorized bike, shall be parked in any landscaped area, but may be parked in a garage or carport, or upon driveway or other improved parking area.

(4) The improved parking area, and driveway, shall be constructed of concrete cement and shall not cover more than fifty percent (50%) of the required front and/or side yard area. The improved parking area, and driveway that are pre-existing on, or approved prior to, the effective date of this ordinance shall be exempt from this provision.

(5) No commercial vehicle(s), or any part thereof, shall be parked upon a public street, sidewalk, right-of-way, private yard or private driveway, except when it is actively used for loading or unloading purposes, or while the owner of such commercial vehicle is working at the property where such vehicle is parked. No overnight parking of commercial vehicles is permitted.

(6) No recreational vehicle(s) shall be parked in any front yard area of a property. No recreational vehicle, or any part thereof, shall encroach upon a public street, sidewalk, or right-of-way. Recreational vehicles shall be allowed, if they are screened behind a fence or wall of at least five (5) feet height and parked in a garage, side yard or rear yard. A recreational vehicle may be parked in a public right-of-way or approved parking area for a period of not more than forty eight (48) hours twice a month for the purposes of loading or unloading said vehicle.

(7) Parking upon a public street, or right-of-way shall be restricted for a designated day during the week in order to clear the curb-side for street sweeping. This parking restriction shall be applicable only after a street sweeping schedule for the ENPO zone is established and legal notification of such restriction has been properly provided.

c. Yard Maintenance

(1) Any front yard, and side yard that is visible from any public street or area, shall be landscaped and maintained in an aesthetically consistent manner with rest of the neighborhood.

(2) All landscaping shall be maintained in a manner that does not cause a potential fire-hazard or cause threat to public health, welfare and safety.

(3) An attractive nuisance shall not be harbored in a public street, sidewalk, right-of-way, or a private property.

(4) Outdoor storage shall not be permitted in a front yard, or side yard that is visible from any street, and shall not impede vehicular or pedestrian traffic in a public street, sidewalk, or right-of-way.

(5) Landscaping within a yard shall not obstruct a public street, intersection, sidewalk, or right-of-way either physically or visually.

(6) Dying, decayed, untrimmed or hazardous trees, shrubbery, or other landscaping in any front yard, or side yard that is visible from any public area, shall be addressed and remediated within seven (7) days of issuance of a Code Enforcement Notice of Violation, or as specified therein.

(7) No accessory structure shall be permitted in a front yard. However, an accessory structure may be constructed in a side yard or rear yard, if it is constructed according to the requirements of Ordinance 348 and screened from the public view. An accessory structure, which is determined by the Building and Safety Department to be substandard, unstable, dilapidated, constitutes a fire-hazard or is otherwise potentially dangerous to public health, welfare and safety, shall be removed from the property within thirty (30) days of issuance of a Code Enforcement Notice of Violation, or as specified therein.

d. Fences and Walls

(1) All fences and walls shall be properly maintained in order to preserve their structural integrity and to provide a neat appearance. All fences and walls shall be kept free from graffiti, undergrowth, weeds or other similar conditions at all times. All fences and walls shall be of materials and colors that are compatible with the architectural design of the buildings in the neighborhood. No fence, wall or a portion thereof, shall be constructed or altered to add razor wire, barbed wire, metal spikes, broken glass, readily flammable material, or other similar material.

(2) Chain link fences shall not be erected or constructed in any front yard, or side yard that is visible from any public area for lots less than ½ acre net in area. Chain link fences that are pre-existing on, or approved prior to, the effective date of this ordinance shall be exempt from this provision.

(3) Any fence or wall, including decorative fence, shall not obstruct a public street, intersection, sidewalk, or right-of-way either physically or visually.

(4) Any fence or wall, including decorative fence, located in the front yard or within thirty feet (30') of an intersection, shall not be higher than four feet (4'). Fences and walls that are pre-existing on, or approved prior to, the effective date of this ordinance shall be exempt from this provision. Vertical calculation of the height of the fence or wall shall be made by vertical measurement along the length of the outside face when measured from final finished grade.

(5) The height of a gate, the gate posts, or columns, located in a front yard or side yard that is visible from any street shall not exceed one-hundred twenty percent (120%) of the maximum height of the fence or wall.

(6) Any approved fence or gate for a temporary use and swimming pool shall be exempt from the provisions of this section.

e. Façade Treatment

(1) Any part of a building façade, such as siding, shingles, roof covering, railings, fences, walls, ceilings, porches, doors, windows, screens, and other exterior parts shall be maintained in weather-tight, sound condition and good repair.

(2) Any compromising building conditions, including, but not limited to; peeling exterior paint, broken windows or doors, or partially constructed/demolished structure(s), shall be repaired within thirty (30) days of issuance of a Code Enforcement Notice of Violation, or as specified therein.

(3) Any ground mounted mechanical equipment, including but not limited to; air conditioning unit or heating pump, shall be visually screened from public view.

(4) Plywood, plastic sheeting, tarp, aluminum foil, or similar materials shall not be used to cover windows and other openings unless otherwise approved by the Department of Building and Safety.

f. Outdoor Lighting

(1) Lighting fixtures shall be located such that no light or reflected glare is directed off-site. Lighting fixtures shall provide that no light is directed above a horizontal plane passing through the bottom of the fixture.

(2) All on-site lighting shall be stationery, directed away from adjacent properties, and public rights-of-way. Incandescent lighting fixtures, greater than 100 watts, shall require proper shielding to minimize their impact on neighboring properties.

(3) To minimize the impact on neighboring properties, any outdoor security lighting shall require proper shielding and should utilize motion sensitive as well as time sensitive fixtures.

g. Signage

(1) All signs shall be of materials and colors that are compatible with the architectural design of the buildings in the neighborhood.

(2) One (1) home occupation sign may be allowed per dwelling unit if the sign is in accordance with other provisions of Ordinance 348.

(3) Any business signs, pennants, reflective, flashing, or movable signs shall not be allowed and shall be removed within seven (7) days of issuance of a Code Enforcement Notice of Violation, or as specified therein.

(4) Any home-occupation or other sign that relates to an abandoned or discontinued use shall be removed within seven (7) days of issuance of a Code Enforcement Notice of Violation, or as specified therein.

(5) The provisions of other county ordinances shall be applicable to signs that are not identified in this section, including but not limited to, Ordinance 679 for directional signs, Ordinance 806 for temporary signs, and Ordinance 463 for address identification signs.

h. Temporary Exterior Display and Holiday Display

(1) Any temporary exterior display or holiday display shall not impede vehicular or pedestrian traffic on any street, sidewalk, or right-of-way either visually or physically.

(2) Any temporary exterior display or holiday display shall be allowed for a period not to exceed forty-five (45) consecutive days.

(3) Any and all applicable county, state or other permits shall be obtained prior to the installing such temporary display.

(4) Any temporary outdoor event e.g. community fair, music festival, or yard sale may be exempted by the Planning Department from the provisions of this section. However, any such event shall be subject to other provisions of Ordinance 348.

Section 19.504. ENFORCEMENT.

a. All property owners within the ENPO zone boundary shall be responsible for complying with the provisions of this ordinance. The Riverside County Department of Building and Safety - Code Enforcement Division, shall be the lead agency enforcing the provisions of the ENPO zone according to the protocols established in Ordinance 725. The Code Enforcement Division needs to be notified about any violation of a provision of the ENPO zone, and the violation needs to be corrected within twenty (20) days after receiving a Code Enforcement Notice of Violation, unless it is otherwise specified in Section 5 of this ordinance

b. The Sheriff, District Attorney, County Counsel, County Clerk, Director and all County Officials charged with the issuance of land use permits, plot plans, subdivisions, parcel maps, and other discretionary and administrative permits, shall enforce the provisions of this ordinance.

Section 19.505. CONFLICT BETWEEN ORDINANCE REQUIREMENTS.

a. If there is any conflict in the requirements of this ordinance or between the requirements of this and any other ordinance, the more stringent requirements shall apply.

b. This ordinance shall neither replace the requirements of the zoning ordinance or any other ordinances, nor overwrite the terms of any private Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs). However, when there is a conflict in the requirements of this and any other ordinance, the more stringent requirements shall apply. The County of Riverside generally does not enforce private CC&Rs.

Section 19.506. SEVERABILITY.

If any provision of this ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the remainder of the ordinance and application of such provision(s) to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected.

Section 19.507. SAVINGS CLAUSE.

Neither the adoption of this ordinance nor the repeal of any other ordinance in which violations were committed prior to the effective date hereof, shall be construed as a waiver of any license or penalty or the penal provisions application to any violation thereof. The provisions of the ordinance, insofar as they are substantially the same as ordinance provisions previously adopted by the County relating to the same subject matter, shall be construed as restatements and continuations, and shall not be construed as a new enactment unless substantial revisions or provisions are required by the ordinance.

Section 19.508. SECTION HEADINGS.

The section headings herein are for convenience only, and shall not be deemed to govern, limit, modify or in any manner affect the scope, meaning or intent of the provisions or language of this ordinance.

Section 19.509. EFFECTIVE DATE.

This ordinance shall take effect 30 days after the date of adoption.

Amended Effective:
11-24-2005 (Ord. 348.4318)

Article XIXi

BERMUDA DUNES NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATION OVERLAY ZONE

Section 19.600.

a. INTENT. The Bermuda Dunes Neighborhood Preservation Overlay Zone is intended to provide standards that address unique neighborhood concerns regarding quality of life in the Community of Bermuda Dunes by:

(1) Supplementing general maintenance requirements on public properties within the neighborhood;

(2) Restricting uses on private properties beyond the general requirements of the underlying zone as identified in this section, and

(3) Providing regulatory framework for effective code enforcement efforts.

b. APPLICABILITY.

(1) The Bermuda Dunes Neighborhood Preservation Overlay Zone will be adopted and may be amended by the Board of Supervisors, as necessary to include any issue that is not addressed in this section, and adversely affects the public health, welfare and safety.

(2) An overlay zone shall be placed on all the areas within the Bermuda Dunes Community Council boundary and shall be identified as the Bermuda Dunes Neighborhood Preservation Overlay (BDNPO) zone on the County's official zoning map. The provisions of the BDNPO zone shall apply to all foundation components and land use designations of the General Plan within the Bermuda Dunes Community Council boundary. The provisions of the BDNPO zone shall further apply to all currently approved, and future residential developments for individual parcels, tracts and parcel maps, as well as specific plans within the Bermuda Dunes Community Council boundary unless it is otherwise specified in this section.

c. DEFINITIONS. As used in this section, the following terms shall have the following meanings:

(1) Attractive Nuisances. Any condition that is potentially dangerous to children, or likely to shelter vagrants or criminal activities, including but not limited to; any abandoned or substandard structure, building or fence; abandoned, broken, or neglected equipment, appliances and machinery; and hazardous swimming pools, ponds or other excavations including abandoned shafts or basements.

(2) Commercial Vehicle. Any motor vehicle, truck, or trailer used for the transportation of passengers, goods, wares, or merchandise having a manufacturer's gross vehicle unladen weight rating greater than ten thousand (10,000) pounds.

(3) Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC &Rs). A document used to describe restrictive limitations placed on real property and its uses, and which usually are made a condition of holding legal title to, or leasehold interest in, the real property in question.

(4) Decorative Fence. A fence installed for decorative purposes, such as split rail, picket, wrought iron, or low brick or stucco walls, constructed alternately of brick or masonry, and sections of wrought iron, aluminum, or material similar in appearance.

(5) Fence. A man-made continuous barrier of any material, or combination of materials, erected to prohibit entry to real property.

(6) Hard Surface Materials: A surface constructed of concrete, polymer blocks or other surface materials recognized by the industry as providing pavement or driveway like surface.

(7) Holiday Display. Any display that is commonly associated with any local, or religious holiday, and erected on a temporary basis, including but not limited to: Christmas lights and other decorations, Halloween decorations, or similar items. Any patriotic display such as a flag or ribbon is not considered a holiday display.

(8) Overlay Zone. A set of zoning requirements that are superimposed upon an underlying zone. Overlay zones are generally used when a particular area requires special protection or has a special neighborhood concern. Development of land subject to overlay zoning requires compliance with the regulations of both the underlying zone and overlay zone.

(9) Recreational Equipment. Any equipment used for sports, exercise, leisure, and recreation, including but not limited to: basketball hoops, slides, swings, jungle gyms, volleyball nets, grills, portable barbeques, fire pits, trampolines, skateboard ramps, and outdoor heaters.

(10) Recreational Vehicles. Vehicles with or without motive power, designed for human habitation or recreation, including but not limited to: boats, snowmobiles, watercraft, racing vehicles, off-road vehicles, utility trailers, motor homes, travel trailers, truck campers or camping trailers.

(11) Sidewalk. Any right of way designed for the use by pedestrians and not intended for use by motor vehicles of any kind. A sidewalk may be located within or without a street right-of-way, at grade, or grade separated from vehicular traffic.

(12) Temporary Exterior Display. Any display that is commonly associated with any significant event for the household, and erected on a temporary basis, including but not limited to birthday, wedding, or any other party decoration.

d. NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATION STANDARDS. In order to maintain a safe, clean, orderly, sanitary, and aesthetically pleasing neighborhood character, the following standards of physical environment shall apply within the BDNPO zone boundary.

(1) Street Environment.

(i) All landscaped areas in a public street, sidewalk, or right-of-way that abuts a residential or commercial property shall be maintained by the adjoining property owner, unless it is maintained through another mechanism such as Community Facilities District or Landscape Maintenance District.

(ii) All trash, solid waste, garbage, recycling and green waste shall be kept in leak proof cans, bins, boxes or other such containers. All cans, bins, boxes or other such containers shall be covered if any garbage is placed therein.

(iii) Trash, solid waste, garbage, recycling and green waste containers shall not be placed in any front yard for more than thirty-six (36) sequential hours in any seven day period, including trash and recycling collection day.

(iv) Trash, solid waste, garbage, recycling and green waste containers shall not be placed in any public right of way for more than twelve (12) sequential hours prior to the collection time, and shall be removed within twelve (12) hours after the collection time.

(v) For single-family residential developments, the trash and recycling containers shall be stored in a garage, front yard, side yard, or rear yard, in a manner so that they are not visible from any public street, except during the collection time .

(vi) For multi-family residential developments, the trash enclosures shall be constructed of block walls (with trash receptacles screened from public view) that are in harmony with the architecture and materials of the main buildings. Multi-family units shall be required to install trash enclosures and establish an appropriate contract with a duly franchised solid waste hauler. The maximum size for the trash enclosures shall be four cubic yards (capacity for 760 gallons).

(vii) Transportable or movable recreational equipment shall be permitted in a front yard or driveway of a property, but shall not be used in, or shall not encroach upon, any street, sidewalk or right-of-way.

(viii) No recreational equipment shall be permanently installed in a front yard, driveway, sidewalk, street or right-of-way and shall be removed when not in use. Concealment of the recreational equipment with a cover or other camouflage material is not an acceptable alternative to this provision.

(ix) The provisions of other County ordinances shall be applicable to all street environments that are not identified in this section, including but not limited to, Ordinance 657 for Regulating Collection and Removal of Solid Waste.

(2) Parking.

(i) No vehicle shall be parked upon a public street, sidewalk or right-of-way for more than seventy-two (72) consecutive hours within a radius of five-hundred (500) yards and shall be subject to citation and/or removal by the law enforcement agency as provided for in Sections 22651, et. seq. of the California Vehicle Code.

(ii) No person shall construct, repair, grease, lubricate, or dismantle any vehicle, or any part thereof, upon a public street, sidewalk or right-of-way, except for temporary emergency purposes.

(iii) No vehicle, such as a car, truck or motorized bike, shall be parked in any landscaped area, but may be parked in a garage or carport, or upon driveway or other improved parking area.

(iv) The improved parking area, and driveway, shall be constructed of hard surface materials or other similar materials, excluding asphalt, which are treated and maintained to disallow accumulation of weed, mud, and water. The improved parking area shall not cover more than forty percent (40%) of the required front and/or side yard area. The improved parking area, and driveway that are pre-existing on, or approved prior to, the effective date of this section shall be exempt from this provision.

(v) No recreational vehicle shall be parked or left standing in any front yard of a property except on a driveway or other improved parking areas. No recreational vehicle, or any part thereof, shall encroach upon a public street, sidewalk, or right-of-way. A recreational vehicle may be parked in a public right-of-way or approved parking area for a period of not more than forty eight (48) hours twice a month for the purposes of loading or unloading of said vehicle.

(vi) Parking upon a public street, or right-of-way shall be restricted for a designated day during the week in order to clear the curb-side for street sweeping. This parking restriction shall be applicable only after a street sweeping schedule for the BDNPO zone is established and legal notification of such restriction has been properly provided.

(3) Yard Maintenance.

(i) Any front yard, and or side yard that is visible from any public street or public area, shall be maintained in an aesthetically pleasing manner with the surrounding neighborhood.

(ii) All landscaping shall be maintained in a manner that does not cause a potential fire-hazard or cause threat to public health, welfare and safety.

(iii) An attractive nuisance shall not be harbored in a public street, sidewalk, right-of-way, or a private property.

(iv) Outside storage shall not be permitted in a front yard, or side yard that is visible from any street, and shall not impede vehicular or pedestrian traffic in a public street, sidewalk, or right-of-way.

(v) Landscaping within a yard shall not obstruct a public street, intersection, sidewalk, or right-of-way either physically or visually.

(vi) Dying, decayed, untrimmed or hazardous trees, shrubbery, or other landscaping in any front yard, or side yard that is visible from any public area, shall be addressed and remediated within seven (7) days of issuance of a Code Enforcement Notice of Violation, or as specified in the Code Enforcement Notice of Violation.

(vii) No accessory structure shall be permitted in a front yard. However, an accessory structure may be constructed in a side yard or rear yard, if it is constructed according to the requirements of this ordinance. An accessory structure, which is determined by the Department of Building and Safety or the Code Enforcement Department to be substandard, unstable, dilapidated, constitutes a fire-hazard or is otherwise potentially dangerous to public health, welfare and safety, shall be removed from the property within thirty (30) days of issuance of a Code Enforcement Notice of Violation, or as specified therein.

(viii) All alleys located in the BDNPO shall be free and clear of trash, garbage, weeds, litter, and other hazardous materials from obstructing the access of the alley. The responsible party shall be the person owning, occupying or having control of the property bordering/adjoining the alley unless otherwise stated in the CC&Rs of the property.

(ix) Nothing in this section is intended to limit the applicability of all other county ordinances regarding landscaping, including but not limited to, Ordinance No. 695.3 for abatement of hazardous vegetation and Ordinance No. 593 regulating yard sales.

(4) Façade Treatment.

(i) All ground mounted mechanical equipment, including but not limited to; air conditioning units or heating pumps, shall be visually screened from public view.

(ii) Plywood, plastic sheeting, tarp, aluminum foil, or similar materials shall not be used to cover windows and other openings unless otherwise approved by the Department of Building and Safety on a temporary basis.

(5) Fences and Walls.

(i) All fences and walls shall be properly maintained in order to preserve their structural integrity and to provide an aesthetically pleasing appearance. All fences and walls shall be kept free from graffiti, undergrowth, weeds or other similar conditions at all times. All fences and walls shall be of materials and colors that are compatible with the architectural design of the buildings in the neighborhood.

(ii) No fence, wall or a portion thereof, shall be constructed or altered to add razor wire, barbed wire, metal spikes, broken glass, readily flammable material, or other similar material.

(iii) Chain link fences shall not be erected or constructed in any front yard or side yard that is visible from any public area for residentially zoned lots less than ½ acre net in area.

(iv) No fence or wall, including decorative fence, shall obstruct a public street, intersection, sidewalk, or right-of-way either physically or visually.

(v) Any approved fence for a temporary use or for a swimming pool shall be exempt from the provisions of this section.

(iv) All fences and walls, including chain link fences, that are pre-existing on, or approved prior to, the effective date of this section shall be exempt from this provision.

(v) The provisions of other county ordinances shall be applicable to fences and walls that are not identified in this section.

(6) Temporary Exterior Display and Holiday Display.

(i) Any temporary exterior display or holiday display shall not impede vehicular or pedestrian traffic on any street, sidewalk, or right-of-way either visually or physically.

(ii) Any temporary exterior display or holiday display shall be allowed for a period not to exceed sixty (60) consecutive days.

(iii) Any and all applicable county, state or other permits as required shall be obtained prior to the installing such temporary exterior display or holiday display.

(iv) Any temporary outdoor event e.g. community fair, music festival, or yard sale may be exempted by the Planning Department from the provisions of this Section. However, any such temporary outdoor event shall be subject to all other provisions of this ordinance.

e. ENFORCEMENT.

(1) All property owners within the BDNPO zone boundary shall be responsible for complying with the provisions of this section. The Code Enforcement Department shall be the lead agency enforcing the provisions of the BDNPO zone according to the protocols established in Ordinance No. 725. The Code Enforcement Department needs to be notified about any violation of a provision of the BDNPO zone, and the violation needs to be corrected within twenty (20) days after receiving a Code Enforcement Notice of Violation, unless it is otherwise specified in subsection f. of this section.

(2) The Sheriff, District Attorney, County Counsel, County Clerk, Planning Director and all County Officials charged with the issuance of land use permits, plot plans, subdivisions, parcel maps, and other discretionary and administrative permits, shall enforce the provisions of this section.

f. CONFLICT BETWEEN ORDINANCE REQUIREMENTS.

(1) If there is any conflict in the requirements of this section or between the requirements of this and any other ordinance, the more stringent requirements shall apply.

(2) This section shall neither replace the requirements of, nor overwrite the terms of any private CC&Rs. The County of Riverside generally does not enforce private CC&Rs.”

EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall take effect 30 days after the date of adoption.

Amended Effective:
5-28-2009 (Ord. 348.4636)

AMENDMENTS AND CHANGE OF ZONE

Section 20.1. Amendments to this ordinance shall be made in accordance with the procedure set forth in Chapter 4 of the Planning and Zoning Law, (California Government Code, Section 65800, et seq) as now enacted or hereafter amended, and with the requirements of this article. An amendment to the ordinance may be initiated by either the Planning Commission or the Board of Supervisors.

Section 20.2.

a. The owner of real property, or a person authorized by the owner, shall have the right to request that the County consider a change in the zoning classification that has been applied to his property. The right to request consideration of zone change does not imply that the change will be approved.

b. Applications shall be made to the Planning Commission on forms provided by the Planning Department, shall supply all required information, and shall be accompanied by the filing fee set forth in County Ordinance No. 671.

c. An application of the change of zone shall not be set for a public hearing unless:

(1) All procedures required by the Riverside County Rules Implementing the California Environmental Quality Act to hear a matter have been completed.

(2) The requested change of zone is consistent with the Riverside County General Plan.

d. If the Planning Director determines that a requested change of zone is inconsistent with the Riverside County General Plan, the application will not be processed until the General Plan is amended and request is consistent with the General Plan. The Planning Director's determination shall be made within ten days after a completed zone change application has been filed with the Planning Department. A determination that a requested zone change is inconsistent with the General Plan may be appealed within ten days after the Planning Director has mailed or delivered notice of his determination to the applicant, in writing, to the Planning Commission, which shall be accompanied by the filing fee set forth in County Ordinance No. 671. If an appeal is filed, the matter shall be set for a hearing before the Planning Commission not less than 15 nor more than 45 days thereafter and notice of the date of hearing shall be mailed to the appellant. The determination by the Planning Commission as to consistency with the General Plan shall be final; however, it shall not constitute a final decision as to consistency of the proposed zone change with the General Plan.

Section 20.3. Amendments to this ordinance may be adopted by the Board of Supervisors in the same manner as any other ordinance, except that whenever an amendment proposes to change property from one zone to another, or to impose, remove or modify any of the following regulations, the amendment shall be adopted in the manner set forth in Section 20.3a. of this ordinance:

a. Regulate the use of buildings, structures and land as between industry, business, residents, open space, including agriculture, recreation, enjoyment or scenic beauty and use of natural resources, and other purposes.

b. Regulate signs and billboards.

c. Regulate location, height, bulk, number of stories and size of buildings and structures; the size and use of lots, yards, courts and other open spaces; the percentage of a lot which may be occupied by a building or structure; the intensity of land use.

d. Establish requirements for off-street parking and loading.

e. Establish and maintain building setback lines.

f. Create civic districts around civic centers, public parks, public buildings or public grounds and establish regulations.

Section 20.3a. Amendments to this ordinance which propose to change property from one zone to another, or to impose, remove or modify any of the regulations set forth in Section 20.3 of this ordinance, shall be adopted in the following manner:

a. The Planning Commission shall hold a public hearing on the proposed amendment. Public notice of the hearing shall be given including all the following information:

(1) The time, date and place of the hearing.

(2) A general explanation of the matter to be considered.

(3) A general description of the area affected.

(4) Specification of the type and magnitude of the changes proposed.

(5) The place where copies of the proposed changes may be obtained.

(6) The right to appear and be heard.

b. Public notice of the hearing shall be given at least ten days prior to the hearing by all the following procedures:

(1) Publication once in a newspaper of general circulation in the County.

(2) Mailing or delivering to the owner of the subject real property or the owner's duly authorized agent, and to the project applicant.

(3) Mailing or delivering to each local agency expected to provide water, sewage, streets, roads, schools, or other essential facilities or services to the project whose ability to provide those facilities and services may be significantly affected.

(4) Mailing or delivering to all owners of real property which is located within 300 feet of the exterior boundaries of the subject property, as such owners are shown on the last equalized assessment roll and any update.

(5) Mailing by first class mail to any person who has filed a written request with the Planning Department and has provided that department with a self-addressed stamped envelope for that purpose.

(6) If the number of owners to whom notice would be mailed or delivered pursuant to paragraphs 2 - 4 herein is greater than 1,000, in lieu of mailed or delivered notice, notice may be provided by placing a display advertisement of at least one-eighth page in at least one newspaper of general circulation in the County at least ten days prior to the hearing.

(7) The Planning Director may require that additional notice of the hearing be given in any other manner he deems necessary or desirable.

c. After closing the public hearing the Planning Commission shall render its decision within a reasonable time and transmit it to the Board of Supervisors in the form of a written recommendation, which shall contain the reasons for the recommendation and, if the recommendation is to change a zone classification on property, the relationship of the proposed amendment to applicable general and specific plans. A copy of the recommendation shall be mailed to the applicant and proof thereof shall be shown on the original transmitted to the Board of Supervisors. If the Planning Commission does not reach a decision due to a tie vote, that fact shall be reported to the Board of Supervisors and the failure to reach a decision shall be deemed a recommendation against the proposed amendment.

d. Upon receipt of the recommendation of the Planning Commission, the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors shall take the following action:

(1) If the Planning Commission has recommended the approval of an amendment to change property from one zone to another, or the approval of an amendment to impose, remove or modify one of the above-listed regulations, the Clerk shall set the matter of public hearing before the Board of Supervisors at the earliest convenient day, and shall give notice of the time and place of the hearing in the same manner as notice was given of the hearing before the Planning Commission.

(2) If the Planning Commission has recommended denial of an amendment to change property from one zone to another, or denial of an amendment to impose, remove or modify one of the above-listed regulations, the Planning Commission's recommendation shall be filed with the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, who shall place the decision on the next agenda of the Board held five or more days after the Clerk receives the decision. The decision of the Planning Commission is considered final and no action by the Board is required unless the applicant files an appeal, accompanied by the fee set forth in County Ordinance No. 671, within ten days after the decision of the Planning Commission appears on the Board's agenda, or the Board orders the matter set for public hearing. If the Board of Supervisors so orders, or if the applicant appeals, the Clerk of the Board shall set the matter for public hearing before the Board of Supervisors at the earliest convenient day and shall give notice of the time and place of the hearing in the same manner as is provided for giving notice of the hearing before the Planning Commission.

e. After closing the public hearing the Board of Supervisors shall render its decision within a reasonable time and may approve, modify or disapprove the recommendation of the Planning Commission; provided, however, that any proposed modification of the Planning Commission's recommendation not previously considered by the Planning Commission shall first be referred back to the Planning Commission for a report and recommendation. The Planning Commission shall not be required to hold a public hearing thereon, and failure of the Planning Commission to report within 40 days after the reference, or such longer period of time as may be specified by the Board of Supervisors, shall be deemed to be an approval of the proposed modification.

f. Any hearing of the Planning Commission or Board of Supervisors may be continued from time to time.

Amended Effective:
06-30-83 (Ord. 348.2156)
03-05-85 (Ord. 348.2444)
03-12-87 (Ord. 348.2670)

Section 20.4. INTERIM ZONING.

a. Without following the procedures otherwise required prior to the adoption of a zoning ordinance, the Board of Supervisors, to protect the public safety, health and welfare, may adopt as an urgency measure an interim ordinance prohibiting any uses which may be in conflict with a contemplated general plan, specific plan, or zoning proposal which the Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission or the Planning Department is considering or studying or intends to study within a reasonable time. Such urgency measure shall require a four-fifths vote of the Board of Supervisors for adoption. Such interim ordinance shall be of no further force and effect 45 days from the date of adoption thereof; provided, however, that after notice pursuant to California Government Code Section 65090 and public hearing, the Board of Supervisors may extend such interim ordinance for ten months and fifteen days subsequently extend such interim ordinance for one year. Any such extension shall also require a four-fifths vote for adoption. Not more than the two such extensions may be adopted.

b. Alternatively, an interim ordinance adopted may by a four-fifths vote following notice pursuant to said Section 65090 and public hearing, in which case it shall be of no further force and effect 45 days from its date of adoption; provided, however, that after notice pursuant to Section 65090 and public hearing, the Board of Supervisors may by a four-fifths vote extend such interim ordinance for 22 months and 15 days.

c. When any interim ordinance has been adopted, every subsequent ordinance adopted pursuant to this Section , covering the whole or a part of the same property shall automatically terminate and be of no further force or effect upon the termination of the first such ordinance or any extension thereof as herein provided.

d. Adoption of an intern ordinance shall be deemed an order of the Board of Supervisors to the Planning Commission to initiate a zoning study of the land and that has been placed in the interim zone, which may include the study of other land in the vicinity thereof.

e. The clerk shall schedule a public hearing before the Board to consider an extension of an interim ordinance which shall normally be at its second regular meeting before expiration of the initial 45 day period and any extension. The Clerk shall publish notice ten days before the hearing. This subsection shall not be applied if the effective date of a subsequent permanent zoning ordinance applicable to the same land will have passed before such expiration, or if the interim ordinance, has been repealed, or if the Board shall otherwise order.

f. At of before the public hearing on the proposed extension, and at least ten days prior to the expiration of the interim ordinance or any extension, the Planning Director shall make a written report to the Board of Supervisors on the status of the zoning study. The report shall describe the measures taken to alleviate the condition which lead to the adoption of the ordinance.

g. The prohibition of uses by interim ordinance may in whole or part be imposed by applying on an interim basis one or more of the zoning designations provided for by this County Ordinance No. 348 by reference to the applicable zoning symbols preceded by "I-" or to the title of a zoning classification preceded by "Interim".

h. Whenever any area is placed in an interim zone, that area is subject to all of the provisions of County Ordinance No. 348, including its penalty provisions, applicable to the zone in which it has been placed. For the period of time that the interim zoning ordinance is in effect the permanent zoning is deemed superseded, but upon expiration thereof, the permanent zoning shall again be in full force and effect unless it has been previously repealed or superseded by new permanent zoning.

Adopted:
09-22-60

Amended Effective:
05-31-67 (Ord. 348.506)
11-15-67 (Ord. 348.531)
09-30-70 (Ord. 348.783)
05-04-72 (Ord. 348.1023)
04-05-73 (Ord. 348.1173)
02-21-74 (Ord. 348.1283)
01-20-77 (Ord. 348.1540)
06-27-78 (Ord. 348.1658)
05-08-80 (Ord. 348.1785)
09-25-80 (Ord. 348.1855)
01-22-81 (Ord. 348.1908)
07-22-82 (Ord. 348.2088)
06-30-83 (Ord. 348.2156)
03-05-85 (Ord. 348.2444)

ARTICLE XXI

DEFINITIONS

For the purpose of this ordinance, certain words and terms used herein are herewith defined.

When not inconsistent with the context, words used in the present tense include the future tense; words in the singular number include the plural number and words in the plural number include the singular number. The masculine gender includes the feminine and neuter gender. The word "shall" is always mandatory and not merely directory. The word "may" is permissive.

Section 21.1. ACCESSORY BUILDING.

A subordinate building on the same lot or building site, the use of which is incidental to that of the main building. No accessory building shall be erected unless a main building exists. A mobilehome shall constitute a main building where installed as provided in Section 19.77 or Section 19.79 of this ordinance. A second unit, as defined by state law and this ordinance, shall not constitute an accessory building.

Amended Effective:
07-31-1984 (Ord. 348.2358)
04-13-2004 (Ord. 348.4179)
03-27-2008 (Ord. 348.4481)

Section 21.2. ACCESSORY USE.

A use customarily incidental and accessory to the principal use of a lot or a building located upon the same lot or building site. The provisions of this Section do not apply in the A-1, A-P, A-2 and A-D Zones.

Amended Effective:
07-31-1984 (Ord. 348.2358)

Section 21.3. AGRICULTURAL ZONE.

Zones A-1, A-P, A-2, A-D, and C/V.

Amended Effective:
07-31-84 (Ord. 348.2358)
11-08-94 (Ord. 348.3629)

Section 21.4. ALLEY.

A public or private thoroughfare or way, permanently reserved and having a width of not more than 20 feet, which affords only a secondary means of access to abutting property.

Section 21.4a. ALTERNATE ACCESS.

A public road or driveway constructed pursuant to appropriate County standards with no restrictions.

Amended Effective:
06-06-89 (Ord. 348.3032)

Section 21.5. APARTMENT.

A room or suite of two or more rooms in a multiple dwelling, occupied or suitable for occupancy as a residence for one family.

Section 21.6. APARTMENT HOUSE.

A building or portion thereof designed for or occupied by two or more families living independently of each other.

Section 21.6a. ASSEMBLY AREA, NET.

The area of a structure which does not include foyers, corridors, restrooms, kitchens, storage and other areas not used for the assembly of people.

Added Effective:
07-04-96 (Ord. 348.3773)

Section 21.7. AUCTION.

The sale of new and used merchandise offered to bidders by an auctioneer for money or other consideration.

Section 21.7a AUTOMATIC CONTROL TIMER.

A mechanical or solid state timer, capable of operating valve stations to set the days and length of time of a water application.

Amended Effective:
07-21-92 (Ord. 348.3446)

Section 21.8. AUTOMOBILE STORAGE SPACE.

A permanently maintained space on the same lot or building site as the use it is designed to serve, having an area of not less than 160 square feet with a minimum width of eight feet for each stall and so located and arranged as to permit the storage of, and be readily accessible to, a passenger automobile under its own power.

Section 21.9. AUTOMOBILE WRECKING.

The dismantling or wrecking of motor vehicles or trailers, or the storage, sale or dumping of dismantled, partially dismantled, obsolete or wrecked vehicles or their parts, outside of an enclosed building, but not including the incidental storage of vehicles in connection with the operation of a repair garage, providing the repair period of any one vehicle does not exceed 60 days, and not including the active noncommercial repair of one personal motor vehicle within a 120 day period.

Section 21.10. BASEMENT.

A story partly underground and having at least one-half its height measured from its floor to its finished ceiling, below the average adjoining grade. A basement shall be counted as a story if the vertical distance from the average adjoining grade to its finished ceiling is over five feet.

Section 21.11. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS.

The Board of Supervisors of the County of Riverside.

Section 21.12. BOARDING, ROOMING OR LODGING HOUSE.

A building where lodging and meals are provided for compensation for six but not more than 15 persons, not including rest homes.

Section 21.13. (Deleted).

Section 21.14. BUILDING.

A structure having a roof supported by columns or walls. (See "Structure").

Section 21.15. BUILDING HEIGHT.

The vertical distance measured from the average level of the highest and lowest points of that portion of the lot covered by the building to the uppermost portion of the building.

Section 21.16. BUILDING SITE.

The ground area of a building or buildings together with all open spaces adjacent thereto, as required by this ordinance.

Section 21.17. BUNGALOW COURT.

Two or more dwelling units detached or connected.

Section 21.18. BUILDING SETBACK LINE.

The distance between the proposed building line and the highway line or permanent access easement located on the same lot.

Section 21.19. BUILDING, MAIN.

A building in which is conducted the principal use of the lot on which it is situated. In any residential district, any dwelling shall be deemed to be the main building on the lot on which the same is situated.

Section 21.19a. CAR POOL.

Two or more people traveling together on a continuing and prearranged basis in a motor vehicle over routes tailored to accommodate rider needs.

Section 21.19b. CAMPS.

Any parcel or parcels of land used wholly or in part for recreational, educational, or religious purposes, accommodating five or more children or adults, that is operated as a day camp and/or a resident camp.

Amended Effective:
11-12-85 (Ord. 348.2533)
09-05-89 (Ord. 348.3053)

Section 21.20. CATTERIES.

Any building, structure, enclosure or premises whereupon, or within which, ten or more cats, four months of age or older, are kept or maintained. (See County Ordinance No. 630 and Section 18.45 of this ordinance.)

a. CATTERIES, COMMERCIAL. Any building, structure, enclosure or premises whereupon, or within which five or more cats are kept or maintained primarily for financial profit for the purpose of boarding, breeding, training, marketing, hire or any other similar purpose. (See County Ordinance No. 455 regarding catteries.)

b. CATTERIES, NONCOMMERCIAL. Any building, structure, enclosure, or premises whereupon, or within which, 5 or more cats are kept or maintained, but not primarily for financial profit. (See Ordinance County No. 455 regarding catteries.)

Section 21.20a. CERTIFIED RECYCLING FACILITY.

A facility approved by the State of California to collect and redeem recyclable materials for a value not less than that which has been established by the State.

Added Effective:
07-11-89 (Ord. 348.3047)

Section 21.21. CLINIC.

A place used for the care, diagnosis and treatment of sick, ailing, infirm and injured persons and those who are in need of medical or surgical attention, but who are not provided with board or room, nor kept overnight on the premises.

Section 21.22 CLUB.

A nonprofit association of persons who are bona fide members, paying regular dues, and are organized for some common purpose, but not including a group organized solely or primarily to render a service customarily carried on as a commercial enterprise.

Section 21.22a. COMMERCIAL POULTRY OPERATION.

The raising for profit of chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese or other fowls, but not including flocks of less than 200 birds, pigeons or smaller fowls, pets or hatcheries.

Section 21.23. COMMISSION.

The Riverside County Planning Commission.

Section 21.23a CONGREGATE CARE RESIDENTIAL FACILITY.

A housing arrangement developed pursuant to Article XIX of this ordinance, where nonmedical care and supervision are provided, including meals and social, recreational, homemaking and security services.

Section 21.23b. CONVENIENCE ZONE.

A geographical area designated by the State of California Department of Conservation which comprises a one-half mile radius around an established supermarket or grocery store with gross annual sales of $2,000,000.00 or more in underserved areas with no supermarket.

Added Effective:
07-11-89 (Ord. 348.3047)

Section 21.24. COMPENSATION.

The word "compensation" means anything of value.

Section 21.24a. COTTAGE COMMERCIAL.

A dwelling wherein limited commercial uses are allowed provided that the commercial use is conducted entirely within the dwelling, that the use is secondary to the principal use of the dwelling as a residence, that the commercial use does not require substantial parking and circulation facilities, that the residential character of the exterior and interior of the dwelling is not changed, and that the combination of residential and commercial uses in one dwelling does not violate state and county sanitation requirements. The cottage commercial use must be compatible with the established neighborhood, and must be subject to plot plan or conditional use permit approval. No more than two persons may be employed on the premises in addition to the family residing in the dwelling.

Amended Effective:
12-26-85 (Ord. 348.2535)
12-16-86 (Ord. 348.2643)

Section 21.24b. COOL SEASON TURF GRASS.

Turf grass which withstands winter cold and grows best during the cooler months of the year. Most types languish in hot, dry summers and are best adapted to cool regions or regions where marine influence tempers summer heat. Examples are bluegrasses, bents, fescues and ryegrasses.

Amended Effective:
07-21-92 (Ord. 348.3446)

Section 21.25. COUNTY.

The County of Riverside.

Section 21.25a CROP COEFFICIENCY.

Is a correction factor, expressed as a decimal fraction, comparing the water consumption by a given plant species to the reference evapotranspiration or ETo. Reference evapotranspiration means a standard of measurement of environmental parameters which affect the water use of plants. Reference evapotranspiration is given in inches per day, month or year and is an estimate of the evapotranspiration of a large field of four-to-seven inch tall, cool-season grass that is well watered. Reference evapotranspiration is used as the basis of determining the maximum water allowances so that regional differences in climate can be accommodated.

Amended Effective:
07-21-92 (Ord. 348.3446)

Section 21.25b. DAY CARE CENTER.

A day care facility other than a family day care home, including infant centers, preschools, and extended day care facilities. Such a facility must provide care to children or adults in need of personal services, supervision or assistance essential for sustaining the activities of daily living or for the protection of the individual on less than a 24-hour basis.

Amended Effective:
05-05-92 (Ord. 348.3420)

Section 21.25c. DRAYING, FREIGHTING AND TRUCKING OPERATIONS.

Business whose sole purpose is to move goods by truck as opposed to businesses which produce, store and then distribute goods such as manufacturers with warehouses and distribution centers (See Section 21.74d. WAREHOUSING AND DISTRIBUTION.)

Added Effective:
05-06-99 (Ord. 348.3857)

Section 21.25d. CROWING FOWL.

As used in this Ordinance, "crowing fowl" includes chickens, peafowl and guinea fowl.

Added Effective:
09-15-00 (Ord. 348.3954)

Section 21.26. DUNE BUGGY PARK.

An open area used by dune buggies or other all-terrain vehicles, for purposes such as, but not limited to hill climbing, trail riding, scrambling, racing and riding exhibitions.

Section 21.26a. (Deleted - DOG KENNELS)

Section 21.26b. DAIRY FARM.

A parcel or contiguous parcels of land used primarily to maintain cattle for the production of milk, including a building or buildings for milking, processing of milk produced on the premises, retail or wholesale sales and deliveries of such milk, and other buildings and structures incidental to the operation.

Section 21.26c. DISPOSAL SERVICE OPERATIONS.

Areas for the storage and maintenance of vehicles and equipment used in the collection, transportation, and removal of garbage and rubbish not including storage or dumping of garbage or rubbish.

Amended Effective:
04-04-87 (Ord. 348.2669)

Section 21.27. DWELLING.

A building or portion thereof designed for or occupied exclusively for residential purposes including one family and multiple dwellings but not including hotels, auto courts, boarding or lodging houses.

Section 21.27a. DWELLING, BED AND BREAKFAST.

A one family dwelling where lodging and breakfast is provided for compensation and in which there are no more than five guest rooms. The use must be managed and operated solely by the owner of the property. Meals are not restricted to breakfast only, but no cooking facilities shall be allowed in the guest rooms. A guest may not stay in the dwelling for more than 14 days in any calendar year.

Added Effective:
11-26-85 (Ord. 348.2535)

Section 21.28. DWELLING UNITS.

A building or portion thereof used by one family and containing but one kitchen.

Section 21.28a. DWELLING UNIT, FACTORY BUILT.

A factory built dwelling unit means a dwelling unit constructed in accordance with the Uniform Building Code and manufactured in such a manner that all concealed parts or processes of manufacture cannot be inspected before installation at the building site without disassembly, damage or destruction of the part. A factory built dwelling unit does not include a mobilehome, a mobile accessory building or structure, a recreational vehicle or a commercial coach.

Amended Effective:
01-05-84 (Ord. 348.2244)

Section 21.28b. DWELLING UNIT, MANUFACTURED.

A manufactured dwelling unit means a residential structure, transportable in one or more Section s, which is built on a permanent chassis and designed to be used as a dwelling with or without a permanent foundation when connected to the required utilities. A manufactured dwelling unit does not include a factory built dwelling unit, a mobile accessory building or structure, a recreational vehicle or a commercial coach.

Amended Effective:
01-05-84 (Ord. 348.2244)

Section 21.29. DWELLING, ONE FAMILY.

A building or structure, including a mobilehome or manufactured home, containing one kitchen and used to house not more than one family, including domestic employees.

Amended Effective:
11-26-82 (Ord. 348.2140)

Section 21.30. DWELLING, MULTIPLE FAMILY.

A building or portion thereof used to house two or more families, including domestic employees or each such family, living independently of each other, and doing their own cooking.

Section 21.31. DWELLING, GUEST.

A building which contains no cooking facilities and which is used exclusively for housing members of a single family and their nonpaying guests. A guest dwelling shall be subject to the provisions of Section 18.18 of this ordinance. No reduction of the general side or rear yard setbacks shall be allowed for any guest dwelling despite Section 18.33 or any other provisions of this ordinance.

Amended Effective:
03-27-2008 (Ord. 348.4481)

Section 21.31a. DWELLING, RESORT.

A building used exclusively for residential purposes, containing not more than two kitchens, with permanent interior means of access between all parts of the building, and located on a lot in a recorded subdivision with an average lot area of 10,000 square feet or more. No such dwelling shall be erected unless as a part of the purchase price of the property the purchaser receives the privilege of use of recreational facilities such as golf courses, or polo fields, which facilities are adjacent to and a part of the residential development. No reduction of yard setbacks shall be permitted despite any other provisions of this ordinance.

Section 21.32. EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS.

Schools, colleges, or universities, supported wholly or in part by public funds, and other schools, colleges and universities giving general instructions, as determined by the California State Board of Education.

Section 21.32a. EMERGENCY ACCESS.

A private drive or roadway constructed according to Section 18.12.b.1.a. or b. of this ordinance, providing access to one or more buildings. The access may be gated and locked at one or both ends restricting traffic to emergency vehicles only.

Amended Effective:
06-06-89 (Ord. 348.3032)

Section 21.33. ERECTED.

The word "erected" includes built, built upon, added to, altered, constructed, reconstructed, moved upon, or any physical operations on the land, required for a building.

Section 21.33a. EVAPOTRANSPIRATION.

The quantity of water evaporated from adjacent soil surfaces, transpired by plants, and retained in plant tissue during a specific time.

Amended Effective:
07-21-92 (Ord. 348.3446)

Section 21.34. FAMILY.

An individual or two or more persons related by blood or marriage, or a group of not more than five persons, excluding servants, who are not related by blood or marriage, living together as a single housekeeping unit in a dwelling unit.

Section 21.34a. Repealed.

Amended Effective:
12-21-00 (Ord. 348.3966)

Section 21.34b. FARM.

A parcel of land devoted to agricultural uses where the principal use is the propagation, care, and maintenance of viable plant and animal products for commercial purposes.

Section 21.34c. FAMILY DAY CARE HOME.

A home which regularly provides care, protection, and supervision of 14 or fewer children, in the provider's own home, for periods of less than 24 hours per day, while the parents or guardians are away, and includes the following:

a. Large family day care home - a home that provides family day care to 7 to 14 children, inclusive, including children under the age of ten years who reside at the home.

b. Small family day care home - a home that provides family day care to eight or fewer children, including children under the age of ten years who reside at the home.

Amended Effective:
05-05-92 (Ord. 348.3420)
09-29-00 (Ord. 348.3955)

SECTION 21.34d. FAST TRACK PROJECT. A development project designated as a fast track project by majority vote of the Board of Supervisors or by the Assistant County Executive Officer/Economic Development Agency (the EDA Director) in accordance with the provisions of Board of Supervisors Policy A-32, as now adopted or hereafter amended. A fast track project may consist of one or more permits or approvals pursuant to this ordinance and County Ordinance No. 460 which are necessary or convenient to facilitate development of the project. The permits or approvals which comprise the fast track project may include one or more of each of the following:

a. General plan amendment pursuant to Article 2 of this ordinance.

b. Specific plan or specific plan amendment pursuant to Article 2 of this ordinance.

c. Determination of project conformance with an adopted specific plan pursuant to Section 2.11 of this ordinance.

d. Zone change or other zoning ordinance amendment pursuant to Article 20 of this ordinance.

e. Conditional use permit pursuant to Section 18.28 of this ordinance.

f. Public use permit pursuant to Section 18.29 of this ordinance.

g. Variance pursuant to Section 18.27 of this ordinance.

h. Plot plan pursuant to Section 18.30 of this ordinance.

i. Modification to an approved permit, including a substantial conformance modification or a revised permit, pursuant to Section 18.43 of this ordinance.

j. Tentative land division, including a vesting tentative map, pursuant to County Ordinance No. 460.

Added Effective:
09-08-1995 (Ord. 348.3727)

Amended Effective:
04-19-1996 (Ord. 348.3770)
06-03-2010 (Ord. 348.4680)

Section 21.34e FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA AND 4-H PROJECT.

Not more than five (5) cattle, horses, sheep, llamas, ostriches, emus and like animals on parcels not less than 1-acre (net) in area being raised in connection with the education of a person as a member of Future Farmers of America (FFA) or 4-H. This does not include crowing fowl (see Section 18.28b.).

Added Effective:
03-01-04 (Ord. 348.4150)

Section 21.35. GARAGE, PRIVATE.

An accessory building or a main building or portion thereof, used for the shelter or storage of self-propelled vehicles, owned or operated by the occupants of a main building and wherein there is no service or storage for compensation.

Section 21.36. HOME OCCUPATIONS.

Home occupations means those uses that are customarily conducted in a residence, provided such uses must be incidental and secondary to the principal use of a dwelling as a residence. The following criteria shall apply to any home occupation:

a. Except for large family day care homes which may require two assistants and small family day care homes which may require one assistant to be present in addition to the licensee or provider, no person other than a resident of the dwelling shall be employed on the premises in the conduct of a home occupation.

b. A home occupation shall be conducted entirely within the dwelling and shall be incidental and secondary to the use of the dwelling as a residence.

c. A home occupation shall not be conducted in an accessory structure and there shall be no storage of equipment or supplies in an accessory structure or outside building.

d. The residential character of the exterior and interior of the dwelling shall not be changed.

e. No vehicles or trailers except those normally incidental to residential use shall be kept on the site.

f. No signs other than one unlighted identification sign, not more than two square feet in area, shall be erected on the premises.

Section 21.37. HALF WAY HOUSE.

A rehabilitation center for the treatment, counseling, rooming and boarding of persons released from jail, prisons, hospitals and sanitariums.

Section 21.38. HOTEL.

A building designed for or occupied as the more or less temporary abiding place of individuals who are lodged with or without meals, in which there are six or more guest rooms, and in which no provision is made for cooking in any individual room or suite; jails, hospitals, asylums, sanitariums, orphanages, prisons, detention homes or similar buildings where human beings are housed and detained under legal restraint, are specifically not included.

Section 21.39. HOTEL, RESORT.

A hotel, including all accessory buildings as defined in Section 21.38 of this ordinance and having a building site or hotel grounds containing not less than 50,000 square feet. Such hotel may have accessory commercial uses operated primarily for the convenience of the guests thereof, provided there is no street entrance directly to such commercial uses, and further provided such commercial uses shall not occupy more than 20 percent of the ground floor area of such hotel building.

Section 21.40. JUNK, WRECKING, DISMANTLING AND SALVAGE YARDS.

The use of any lot or parcel of land for outside storage, wrecking, dismantling or salvage of any used or secondhand materials, including but not limited to lumber, auto parts, household appliances, pipe, drums, machinery or furniture. A proposed or intended use by the owner of the used or secondhand materials does not constitute an exception to this definition.

Amended Effective:
03/25/03 (Ord. 348.4087)

Section 21.40a. KENNEL.

Any building, structure, enclosure or premises whereupon, or within which, five or more dogs, four months of age or older, are kept or maintained. (See County Ordinance No. 630 and Section 18.45 of this ordinance.

a. CLASS I KENNEL. Any building, structure, enclosure, or premises whereupon, or within which, five to ten dogs, four months or older of age, are kept or maintained. A Class I Kennel shall not include a sentry dog kennel or an animal rescue operation that meets the definition and requirements set forth in Ordinance No. 630.

Amended Effective: 04-13-01 (Ord. 348.3986)

b. CLASS II KENNEL. Any building, structure, enclosure, or premise, whereupon, or within which, 11 or more dogs, four months of age or older, are kept or maintained. A Class II Kennel shall not include a sentry dog kennel.

c. SENTRY DOG KENNEL. Any building, structure, enclosure, or premises whereupon, or within which, five or more guard or sentry dogs are kept or maintained. A sentry dog is any dog trained to work without supervision in a fenced facility and to deter or detain unauthorized persons found within the facility. The term "guard dog" shall also mean "sentry dog".

Amended Effective: 04-04-87 (Ord. 348.2669)

Section 21.41. KITCHEN.

Any room in a building or dwelling unit which is used for cooking or preparation of food.

Section 21.42. LABOR CAMP.

Any building or group of buildings where five or more farm employees are housed.

Amended Effective:
05-19-83 (Ord. 348.2162)

Section 21.43. LAKE, RECREATIONAL.

A confined body of standing fresh water containing more than 500,000 gallons of water and covering more than one acre of surface area, not including reservoirs, duck clubs, bodies of water contained within golf courses, and water storage used only for agricultural or domestic purposes.

Section 21.43a. LEASABLE FLOOR AREA, NET.

This area includes sales areas and integral stock areas, but excludes corridors, enclosed malls, lobbies, stairwells, elevators, equipment rooms and restrooms.

Added Effective:
07-04-96 (Ord. 348.3773)

Section 21.44. LOT.

(1) A parcel of real property as shown as a delineated parcel of land with a separate and distinct number or other designation of a plot recorded in the Office of the County Recorder of Riverside County; or

(2) a parcel of real property not so delineated and containing not less than 7,200 square feet and abutting on a street or alley and held under separate ownership from adjacent property prior to the effective date of this ordinance; or,

(3) a parcel of real property not so delineated containing not less than 7,200 square feet abutting on a street or alley, if the same was a portion of a larger piece of real property held under the same ownership prior to the effective date of this ordinance. A lot shall not come into existence solely because it is described as a parcel of real property securing, or in part securing, a promise to pay money or other thing of value whether its title is held by a trustee for such purpose or not.

Section 21.45. LOT AREA.

The total horizontal area within the lot lines of a lot.

Section 21.46. LOT, CORNER.

A lot located at the junction of two or more intersecting streets having an angle of intersection of not more than one hundred 135 degrees, with a boundary line thereof bordering on two of the streets.

Section 21.47. LOT LINES.

The boundary lines of lots are: front lot line, the line dividing a lot from the street, or form a permanent access easement located on the same lot. On a corner lot only one street line shall be considered as a front lot line, and such front lot line shall be determined by the Commission. Rear lot line: The line opposite the front lot line. Side lot lines: Any lot lines other than the front lot line or the rear lot line.

Section 21.48. LOT, REVERSED CORNER.

A corner lot, the side street line of which is substantially a continuation of the front lot line of the lot upon which it rears.

Section 21.49. LOT, INTERIOR.

A lot other than a corner lot.

Section 21.50. LOT, KEY.

The first lot to the rear of a reversed corner lot and not separated by an alley.

Section 21.51. LOT, THROUGH.

An interior lot having frontage of two parallel or approximately parallel streets.

Section 21.51a. MOBILEHOME PARK.

Mobilehome park is any area or tract of land where one or more mobilehome lots are rented or leased or held out for rent or lease to accommodate mobilehome used for human habitation. The rental paid for any such mobilehome shall be deemed to included rental for the lot it occupies.

Notwithstanding the foregoing definition, any person, not including a mobilehome park operator, who owns a mobilehome and owns, rents or leases the land upon which the mobilehome is located, is permitted to rent, lease, sublease, let out, or hire out for occupancy the mobilehome and the land upon which the mobilehome is located, without obtaining a permit to construct or operate or mobilehome park.

Section 21.51b. MENAGERIE.

a. Any lot or premises on which one or more wild animals of the following types are kept:

(1) Venomous reptiles.

(2) Non-venomous reptiles that weigh more than ten pounds, not including turtles or tortoises.

(3) Birds or members of the Aves class that weigh more than 20 pounds, not including poultry.

(4) Mammals that weigh more than 20 pounds.

b. Any lot or premises on which wild animals of the following types are kept, regardless of weight, unless such animals are listed in a zone classification as a permitted use:

(1) Ten or more non-venomous reptiles.

(2) 25 or more mammals.

c. A wild animal that has been tamed or trained shall be considered a wild animal.

d. As used in this section, "wild animal" means any animal of the class Aves (birds), class Mammalia (mammals), class Amphibia (frogs, toads, salamanders), class Osteichtyes (bony fishes), class Crustaccea (crayfish) or class Gastropoda (slugs, snails) which is not normally domesticated in this state as determined by the State Fish and Game Commission.

Amended Effective:
12-02-04 (Ord. 348.4220)

Section 21.51c. MIGRANT AGRICULTURAL WORKER MOBILEHOME PARK.

A mobilehome or travel trailer park for agricultural workers the rental of which is restricted as follows:

a. Not less than 80 percent of the trailer sites are restricted to rental by migrant agricultural workers for a period of time not to exceed nine months in any 12 month period.

b. The remainder of the sites are restricted to rental by permanent agricultural workers, and occupancy by the owner or operator of the trailer park.

Section 21.51d. MIGRANT AGRICULTURAL WORKER.

Migrant agricultural worker is defined as an itinerant agricultural worker that travels from place to place for employment in the planting, growing and harvesting to seasonal crops.

Section 21.51e. MINING OPERATION.

The term mining operation shall mean any process by which one or more substances which are classified geologically as minerals are extracted from the earth or stockpiled including the reworking of mineral dumps which have been artificially created by mining operations.

Section 21.51f. MASS TRANSIT.

Publicly provided transportation, usually either by bus or rail, to users at a fixed cost per ride.

Amended Effective:
11-12-85 (Ord. 348.2533)

Section 21.51g. MOBILE RECYCLING UNIT.

A licensed vehicle used for the collection of recyclable materials. A mobile unit may also include trailers, bins, boxes, or other storage containers which are transported by vehicles; and does not occupy more than five parking spaces or 500 square feet of floor area.

Amended Effective:
07-11-89 (Ord. 348.3047)

Section 21.51h. MULCH.

A material such as leaves bark or straw left loose and applied to the soils surface to prevent evaporation of water.

Amended Effective:
07-21-92 (Ord. 348.3446)

Section 21.51i. MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARY.

Any facility or location, whether fixed or mobile, where medical marijuana is made available to, distributed to, or distributed by, one or more of the following: a primary caregiver, a qualified patient, or a patient with an identification card as those terms are defined in Health and Safety Code section 11362.5 et seq. A “medical marijuana dispensary” shall not include the following uses, provided that such uses comply with this ordinance and all other applicable laws, including, but not limited to, Health and Safety Code section 11362.5 et seq.: a clinic licensed pursuant to Chapter 1 of Division 2 of the Health and Safety Code, a health facility licensed pursuant to Chapter 2 of Division 2 of the Health and Safety Code, a residential care facility for persons with chronic life threatening illness licensed pursuant to Chapter 3.01 of Division 2 of the Health and Safety Code, a residential care facility for the elderly licensed pursuant to Chapter 3.2 of Division 2 of the Health and Safety Code, a residential hospice or a home health agency licensed pursuant to Chapter 8 of Division 2 of the Health and Safety Code.

Added Effective:
11-02-06 (Ord. 348.4423)

Section 21.52. NONCONFORMING BUILDING.

A building which was legal when established, but which because of the adoption or amendment of this ordinance conflicts with the provisions of this ordinance applicable to the district in which such building is situated.

Section 21.53. NONCONFORMING USE.

The use of a building or land which was legal when established, but which because of the adoption or amendment of this ordinance conflicts with the provisions of this ordinance applicable to the district in which such use is located.

Section 21.54. OCCUPANCY, CHANGE OF.

The term "change of occupancy" shall mean a discontinuance of an existing use and substitution thereof of a use of a different kind or class.

Section 21.55. OCCUPIED.

The word "occupied" includes: used, arranged, converted to, rented, leased, or intended to be occupied.

Section 21.56. OUTDOOR FILM STUDIOS.

A facility utilizing on-site indoor and outdoor locations for the filming of motion pictures, television programs and music videos. Outdoor film studios may provide limited housing for temporary use during such filming operations. No permanent production facilities such as would be used for film processing or editing and sound recording or dubbing shall be allowed.

Amended Effective:
07-20-89 (Ord. 348.3043)

Section 21.56a. OUTSIDE STORAGE.

The outside storage of material not defined as rubbish under Ordinance No. 541, including but not limited to: lumber, auto parts, appliances, pipe, drums, machinery, furniture, building materials, work tools, or other substance requiring reconditioning or rebuilding in order to be used for its original purpose shall be allowed provided it is authorized in the particular zone, located only on the rear half of an improved lot or parcel or seventy-five (75) feet from the front property line of the improved lot or parcel, whichever is less, not visible from the street or other public or private property and limited to an area as set forth in the particular zone not to exceed two hundred square feet with a maximum height of three feet. If a screening device is used, it must be consistent with Ordinance No. 348 Section 18.40 (R.C.C. Title 17.172.205). Items stored under a carport, awning or patio shall be considered outside storage. The storage of unpermitted commercial coaches, mobilehomes or manufactured homes is not allowed. A proposed or intended use by the owner does not constitute an exception to this definition. Items enclosed within a building in a lawful manner or allowed pursuant to a plot plan or conditional use permit may constitute an exception to this definition.

Added Effective:
02-24-04 (Ord. 348.4087)

Section 21.56b. PARKING AREA.

The area for the parking of a motor vehicle plus those additional areas required to provide site ingress and egress to and from said area. The area set aside to meet those provisions must be usable and shall have permanent access for off-street parking.

Added Effective:
07-04-96 (Ord. 348.3773)

Amended Effective:
03-25-04 ( Ord.348.4087)

Section 21.57. PEN FED BEEF CATTLE OPERATIONS.

Six or more beef cattle per acre being fed or fattened for marketing purposes whether the owner or operator performs the feeding service for himself or others. (Dairy herd replacements are not considered beef cattle).

Section 21.58. PERSON.

The word "person" includes association, company, firm, corporation, partnership, copartnership or joint venture.

Section 21.59. PLACE OF PUBLIC ASSEMBLY.

Any place designed for or used for congregation or gather of 20 or more persons in one room where such gathering is of a public nature, assembly hall, church, auditorium, recreational hall, pavilion, place of amusement, dance hall, opera house, motion picture theater, outdoor theater or theater, are included within this term.

Section 21.59a. PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT.

A residential development including, but not limited to, statutory and nonstatutory condominiums, cluster housing, townhouses, community apartment projects and mobilehome developments, that is permitted reduced lot area, width and depth requirements and building setback requirements by integrating into the overall development open space and outdoor recreational facilities, which may include recreational and public buildings intended primarily for the use of the residents of the project, within the development.

Amended Effective:
11-23-82 (Ord. 348.2140)

Section 21.59b. PLANNED COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT.

Planned commercial development means a development that may be permitted to have reduced width, depth and building setback requirements, and have common access and common parking, provided a planned development land division is approved pursuant to the provisions of the Riverside County Land Division Ordinance.

Section 21.59c. PLANNED INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT.

Planned industrial development means a development that may be permitted to have reduced lot area, width, depth and building setback requirements, and have common access and common parking, provided a planned development land division is approved pursuant to the provisions of the Riverside County Land Division Ordinance.

Section 21.59d. RAIN SHUT OFF DEVICE.

Senses rainfall and automatically shuts off the irrigation system.

Amended Effective:
07-21-92 (Ord. 348.3446)

Section 21.59e. POULTRY.

Domestic birds including turkeys, ducks, geese, pheasants and other fowl specialized for meat projects, egg laying or ornamental show, but not including 'crowing fowl' as defined in this ordinance.

Added Effective:
09-15-00 (Ord. 348.3954)
12-21-00 (Ord. 348.3966)

Section 21.60. RANCH, GUEST.

Any property containing five acres or more operated as a ranch which offers guest rooms for rent and which has outdoor recreational facilities such as horseback riding, swimming or hiking.

Section 21.62. RECREATIONAL TRAILER.

A motor home, travel trailer, truck camper or camping trailer, with or without motive power, designed for human habitation for recreational, emergency, or other occupancy. The term "dependent recreational vehicle" shall mean a recreational vehicle not equipped with a toilet for sewage disposal. The term "independent recreational vehicle" shall mean a recreational vehicle equipped with a toilet for sewage disposal.

Amended Effective:
02-16-89 (Ord. 348.2986)

Section 21.62a. RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARK.

Any area or tract of land, or a separately designated Section within a mobilehome park, where one or more spaces are rented or leased or held out for rent or lease to owners or users of recreational vehicles. A recreational vehicle park may have a membership organization that provides for the use of spaces within a park. The following types of parks may be permitted in Riverside County:

a. Vacation Recreational Vehicle Parks. A park which is designed for transient use, such as overnight or short-term occupancy. No occupancy shall exceed 30 consecutive days or 120 days in one calendar year. Tent camping may be permitted in areas designed and designated for such usage. Generally, only limited services and amenities are provided.

b. Extended Occupancy Parks. A recreational vehicle park which is designed for extended occupancy. No such occupancy shall exceed nine months in any one calendar year. Full urban services are available, and recreational amenities are required. Tent camping may be permitted in areas designed and designated for such usage. Recreational Vehicles may be permitted to remain on-site during periods of non-occupancy.

c. Permanent Occupancy Parks. A recreational vehicle park which is designed for permanent occupancy. There is no limit on the duration of occupancy. Full urban services and recreational amenities are provided.

Added Effective:
02-16-89 (Ord. 348.2986)

Section 21.62b. RECYCLABLE MATERIALS.

Any reusable material which is acceptable for reprocessing and redemption including, but not limited to, glass, metal, paper, and plastic. Recyclable material does not include hazardous waste or other refuse.

Section 21.62c. RECYCLING COLLECTION FACILITY.

A facility which accepts recyclable material by donation, redemption, or purchase; and which the use of power driven machinery is limited to that which is necessary for the temporary storage, efficient transfer, and securing of materials as set forth in Section 18.47.c.3. of this ordinance.

Section 21.62d. RECYCLING FACILITY.

A facility which is equipped to accept and/or process recyclable materials. Recycling facilities include, but are not limited to, the following facility types; reverse vending machines, collection facilities, and processing facilities.

Added Effective:
07-11-89 (Ord. 348.3047)

Section 21.62e. RECYCLING PROCESSING FACILITY.

A facility which collects and processes acceptable recyclable materials by donation, redemption, or purchase. Processing means the preparation or transformation of recyclable materials for efficient shipment to an end user by, but not limited to, such means as baling, compacting, crushing, shredding, and sorting.

Added Effective:
07-11-89 (Ord. 348.3047)

Section 21.62f. REVERSE VENDING MACHINE.

An automated and mechanical recycling facility, not more than 50 square feet in floor area, which accepts one or more types of beverage containers made typically of glass, metal, or plastic; and which issues, in return, a cash refund or redeemable credit receipt with a value not less than the redemption worth of the container as determined by the State of California.

Section 21.62g. SOIL MOISTURE SENSING DEVICE.

A device that measures the amount of water in the soil.

Amended Effective:
07-11-89 (Ord. 348.3047)
07-21-92 (Ord. 348.3446

Section 21.62h. SEX ORIENTED BUSINESS.

A business that requires a sex-oriented business permit pursuant to County Ordinance No. 743.

This ordinance shall apply to any application for a land use permit not finally approved on or before the date this ordinance takes effect.

Amended Effective:
03-01-94 (Ord. 348.3584)

Section 21.63. STABLE, COMMERCIAL.

A stable for horses which are let, hired, used or boarded on a commercial basis and for compensation.

Section 21.65. STORY.

The portion of a building included between the surface of any floor and the finished ceiling next above it or the finished under surface of the roof directly over that particular floor.

Section 21.66. STREET.

A public or an approved private thoroughfare or road easement which affords the principal means of access to abutting property, but not including an alley.

Section 21.67. STREET LINE.

The boundary line between a street and abutting property.

Section 21.68. SPECIFIC PLAN, HIGHWAY.

A plan adopted by the County of Riverside, pursuant to the authority contained in the California Planning and Zoning Law (Government Code, Section 65000 et seq.) establishing specifically planned future right of way lines for a highway. Upon the adoption of a specific plan for a highway, all requirements of this ordinance relating to highway right of way lines shall be calculated from the adopted planned future right of way line, except as shall be otherwise specifically permitted in this ordinance.

Section 21.69. STRUCTURE.

Anything constructed or erected and the use of which requires more or less permanent location on the ground or attachment to something having a permanent location on the ground, such as awnings and patio covers, but not including walls and fences six feet or less in height.

Amended Effective:
01-02-86 (Ord. 348.2540)

Section 21.70. STRUCTURAL ALTERATIONS.

Any change in the supporting members of a building or structure, such as bearing walls, columns, beams, girders, floor joists or roof joists.

Section 21.70a. SWAP MEETS.

The use, rental, or lease of stalls or areas outside of an enclosed building by vendors offering goods or materials for sale or exchange, not including public fairs, or art exhibits.

Section 21.71. TRAIL BIKE PARK.

An open area used by trail bikes, or motorcycles, for purposes such as but not limited to, hill climbing, trail riding, scrambling, racing and riding exhibitions.

Section 21.71. (Deleted Effective 02-16-89 by Ord. 348.2986)

Section 21.73. USE.

The purpose for which land or a building is arranged, designed, or intended, or for which either is or may be occupied or maintained.

Section 21.74. USED.

The word "used" includes occupied, arranged, designed for or intended to be used.

Section 21.74a. WIND ENERGY CONVERSION SYSTEM. (WECS).

A machine that converts the kinetic energy of the wind into a usable form of electrical or mechanical energy. The WECS include all parts of the system except the tower and electrical transmission equipment.

a. ACCESSORY WIND ENERGY CONVERSION SYSTEM (ACCESSORY WECS). A WECS which has a rated output of 20 kilowatts or less and is an accessory use to the principal use of a lot in that at least 50 percent of the average annual power production is used on the lot.

b. COMMERCIAL WIND ENERGY CONVERSION SYSTEM (COMMERCIAL WECS). Any WECS which is not an accessory WECS as defined herein.

Section 21.74b. VANPOOL.

Seven or more people traveling together on a continuing and prearranged basis in a motor vehicle designed for the transportation of persons over routes tailored to accommodate rider needs.

Amended Effective:
08-22-85 (Ord. 348.2500)
11-12-85 (Ord. 348.2533)

Section 21.74c. WARM SEASON TURF GRASS.

Turfgrass which begins growing in early spring and continues to grow vigorously throughout the summer and early fall. It may become brown and dormant in cool or cold winters. It's green color may be maintained throughout the year by overseeding during winter months. Examples are bermudas, zoysias, dichondra and kikuyu grasses.

Amended Effective:
07-21-92 (Ord. 348.3446)

Section 21.74d. WAREHOUSING AND DISTRIBUTION.

Businesses whose sole purpose is to store and then distribute goods for sale as opposed to businesses whose sole purpose is to move goods by truck (See Section 21.25c. DRAYING, FREIGHTING AND TRUCKING OPERATIONS).

Added Effective:
05-06-99 (Ord. 348.3857)

Section 21.75. YARD.

An open and unoccupied space on a lot on which a building is situated and, except where otherwise provided in this ordinance, open and unobstructed from the ground to the sky.

Section 21.76. YARD, FRONT.

A yard extending across the full width of the lot between the side lot lines and between the front lot line and either the nearest line of the main building or the nearest line of any enclosed or covered porch. The front lot line shall be deemed to be the existing nearest right of way line of the abutting street, road or highway, unless a different right of way line for future use shall have been precisely fixed by law or ordinance, or by formal action of the Board of Supervisors pursuant to law or ordinance, in which event the front lot line shall be deemed to be such different right of way line.

Section 21.77. YARD, REAR.

A yard extending across the full width of the lot between the side lot lines and measured between the rear lot line and the nearest rear line of the main building or the nearest line of any enclosed or covered porch. Where a rear yard abuts a street it shall meet front yard requirements of the district.

Section 21.78. YARD, SIDE.

A yard extending from the front yard to the rear yard between the side lot line and the nearest line of the main building, or of any accessory building attached thereto.

Amended Effective:
09-22-60
09-04-62
03-10-64 (Ord. 348.261)
12-18-63 (Ord. 348.242)
01-15-64 (Ord. 348.251)
04-15-64 (Ord. 348.265)

Amended Effective:
05-06-64 (Ord. 348.275) 05-04-72 (Ord. 348.1023)
03-30-65 (Ord. 348.356) 01-25-73 (Ord. 348.1125)
06-16-65 (Ord. 348.371) 04-05-74 (Ord. 348.1173)
09-15-65 (Ord. 348.391) 06-21-73 (Ord. 348.1180)
11-10-65 (Ord. 348.401) 10-02-75 (Ord. 348.1469)
12-22-65 (Ord. 348.414) 10-23-75 (Ord. 348.1468)
01-19-66 (Ord. 348.422) 11-13-75 (Ord. 348.1476)
03-23-66 (Ord. 348.427) 12-10-75 (Ord. 348.1481)
06-16-66 (Ord. 348.446) 01-13-76 (Ord. 348.1489)
07-06-66 (Ord. 348.455) 04-15-76 (Ord. 348.1497)
07-27-66 (Ord. 348.459) 11-11-76 (Ord. 348.1536)
05-31-67 (Ord. 348.506) 01-20-77 (Ord. 348.1540)
06-07-67 (Ord. 348.507) 02-03-77 (Ord. 348.1545)
06-19-67 (Ord. 348.517) 04-21-77 (Ord. 348.1564)
08-02-67 (Ord. 348.518) 09-08-77 (Ord. 348.1588)
09-27-67 (Ord. 348.528) 02-14-78 (Ord. 348.1626)
10-16-67 (Ord. 348.531) 05-30-78 (Ord. 348.1647)
11-15-67 (Ord. 348.532) 06-20-78 (Ord. 348.1654)
12-06-67 (Ord. 348.533) 06-27-78 (Ord. 348.1658)
02-21-68 (Ord. 348.545) 08-29-78 (Ord. 348.1664)
04-17-68 (Ord. 348.556) 09-19-78 (Ord. 348.1667)
01-27-69 (Ord. 348.609) 12-19-78 (Ord. 348.1668)
03-12-69 (Ord. 348.612) 01-18-79 (Ord. 348.1674)
05-14-69 (Ord. 348.628) 04-12-79 (Ord. 348.1688)
06-16-69 (Ord. 348.600) 07-05-79 (Ord. 348.1697)
07-09-69 (Ord. 348.635) 08-21-79 (Ord. 348.1717)
07-16-69 (Ord. 348.638) 09-20-79 (Ord. 348.1702)
09-16-69 (Ord. 348.636) 11-29-79 (Ord. 348.1729-
04-15-70 (348. 348.709) Operative 1-1-80)
04-29-70 (Ord. 348.718) 05-08-80 (Ord. 348.1785)
06-10-70 (Ord. 348.737) 09-25-80 (Ord. 348.1855)
07-22-70 (Ord. 348.753) 01-29-85 (Ord. 348.2443)
09-16-70 (Ord. 348.773) 03-05-85 (Ord. 348.2444)
09-23-70 (Ord. 348.777) 07-16-85 (Ord. 348.2496)
09-30-70 (Ord. 348.783) 08-29-85 (Ord. 348.2510)
03-11-71 (Ord. 348.859) 10-17-85 (Ord. 348.2516)
03-24-71 (Ord. 348.861) 11-12-85 (Ord. 348.2533)
05-26-71 (Ord. 348.884) 11-26-85 (Ord. 348.2535)
07-11-71 (Ord. 348.905) 01-02-86 (Ord. 348.2540)
08-25-71 (Ord. 348.910) 06-05-86 (Ord. 348.2580)
09-16-71 (Ord. 348.920) 06-06-86 (Ord. 348.2592)
11-04-71 (Ord. 348.941) 06-06-86 (Ord. 348.2566)
11-25-71 (Ord. 348.953) 08-07-88 (Ord. 348.2591)
12-02-71 (Ord. 348.952) 08-14-86 (Ord. 348.2613)

Amended Effective:
08-18-86 (Ord. 348.2623)
06-06-95 (Ord. 348.3677)
08-28-86 (Ord. 348.2612)
09-08-95 (Ord. 348.3727)
09-18-86 (Ord. 348.2452)
11-30-95 (Ord. 348.3752)
12-16-86 (Ord. 348.2643)
11-30-95 (Ord. 348.3753)
01-15-87 (Ord. 348.2543)
04-19-96 (Ord. 348.3770)
02-03-87 (Ord. 348.2669)
07-04-96 (Ord. 348.3773)
03-12-87 (Ord. 348.2670)
07-18-96 (Ord. 348.3775)
06-04-87 (Ord. 348.2684)
11-29-96 (Ord. 348.3780)
07-23-87 (Ord. 348.2686)
01-03-97 (Ord. 348.3781)
07-23-87 (Ord. 348.2687)
06-27-97 (Ord. 348.3793)
04-29-88 (Ord. 348.2848)
08-29-97 (Ord. 348.3795)
06-30-88 (Ord. 348.2856)
10-23-97 (Ord. 348.3800)
06-31-88 (Ord. 348.2957)
02-13-98 (Ord. 348.3811)
02-16-89 (Ord. 348.2986) 03-03-98 (Ord. 348.3208)
03-07-89 (Ord. 348.2992) 07-16-98 (Ord. 348.3828)
03-14-89 (Ord. 348.3010) 10-15-98 (Ord. 348.3842)
04-04-89 (Ord. 348.3023) 11-28-98 (Ord. 348.3804)
04-24-89 (Ord. 348.3029) 02-12-99 (Ord. 348.3857)
04-27-89 (Ord. 348.3018) 05-06-99 (Ord. 348.3867)
04-27-89 (Ord. 348.3030) 05-06-99 (Ord. 348.3868)
06-06-89 (Ord. 348.3032) 06-18-99 (Ord. 348.3877)
06-20-89 (Ord. 348.2989) 07-23-99 (Ord. 348.3881)
07-11-89 (Ord. 348.3047) 9-10-99 (Ord. 348.3883)
07-20-89 (Ord. 348.3043) 9-24-99 (Ord. 348.3884)
09-05-89 (Ord. 348.3078) 10-21-99 (Ord. 348.3888)
09-05-89 (Ord. 348.3053) 04-14-00 (Ord. 348.3928)
09-26-89 (Ord. 348.2937) 09-15-00 (Ord. 348.3954)
11-13-90 (Ord. 348.3217) 09-29-00 (Ord. 348.3955)
08-13-91 (Ord. 348.3305) 11-24-00 (Ord. 348.3961)
08-13-91 (Ord. 348.3341) 11-26-00 (Ord. 348.3962)
10-01-91 (Ord. 348.3380) 11-31-00 (Ord. 348. 3964)
12-17-91 (Ord. 348.3407) 12-21-00 (Ord. 348. 3966)
05-05-92 (Ord. 348.3420) 4-13-01 (Ord. 348.3986)
06-23-92 (Ord. 348.3444) 4-20-01 (Ord. 348.3982)
07-21-92 (Ord. 348.3446) 5-24-01 (Ord. 348.3990)
10-06-92 (Ord. 348.3447)
01-19-93 (Ord. 348.3489)
03-30-93 (Ord. 348.3481)
04-13-93 (Ord. 348.3503)
10-05-93 (Ord. 348.3567)
03-01-94 (Ord. 348.3584)
05-03-94 (Ord. 348.3571)
05-29-94 (Ord. 348.2342)
10-18-94 (Ord. 348.3613)
11-08-94 (Ord. 348.3629)

ARTICLE XXII

ENFORCEMENT, LEGAL PROCEDURE AND PENALTIES

Section 22.1. ENFORCEMENT. The Sheriff, District Attorney, County Surveyor, Building Inspector, County Clerk, Planning Director and all County Officials charged with the issuance of licenses and permits shall enforce the provisions of this ordinance.

Section 22.2. The procedures, remedies and penalties for violation of this ordinance and for recovery of costs related to enforcement are provided for in Ordinance No. 725, which is incorporated herein by this reference.

Section 22.3. (Deleted)

Section 22.4. (Deleted)

Section 22.5. (Deleted)

Amended Effective:
09-22-60 (Adopted)
03-07-89 (Ord. 348.2992)
03-30-93 (Ord. 348.3481)
10-05-93 (Ord. 348.3567)
03-30-93 (Ord. 348.3481)

ARTICLE XXIII

VALIDITY

This ordinance and the various parts, Section s and clauses thereof are hereby declared to be severable. If any part, sentence, paragraph, Section or clause is adjudged unconstitutional or invalid, the remainder of this ordinance shall not be affected thereby. The County Board of Supervisors hereby declares that it would have passed this ordinance and each part thereof, regardless of the fact that one or more parts thereof be declared unconstitutional or invalid.

Adopted: 09-22-60

ARTICLE XXIV

AUTHENTICATION

It is hereby expressly provided and declared that this ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days from and after its passage, and prior to the expiration of fifteen (15) days from the passage thereof shall be published once in the Riverside Enterprise, a newspaper of general circulation, printed and published in the County of Riverside, together with the names of the members of the Board of Supervisors voting for and against the same.

Adopted: 09-22-60

Revised 03-01-04