HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - September 21, 1983 (53)DCN ING CIRD. The Planning Camri ss i ons recamienda t i on that the Zoning
AMENUM TO PM1IT Ordinance ( Section 27, Lodi Mm i c i pa 1 Code) be amended to
UEM SPHCIFIC permit, under specific conditions construction of second
OCPUITIGNS living units in areas zoned R-1 and R-2, Single Family
C1ti1VSIRULT I CN OF Residential.
SDCOND LIVING \�
1.NITS IN AREAS The matter was iin roduced by Camunity Development Director
R-1, R-2, Schroeder who responded to questions regarding the subject
AND R -L -D as were Ixised by Counc i 1.
there were no persons in we audience wishing to speak on
the m-etter, and the public portion of the hearing was
closed.
Council discussion followed with at�;endments being proposed
for the proposed Ordinance whi would provide for the
inclusion in the Ordinance of R -L -D (Low Density
Multiple -Family Residential) and the 'inclusion of the
requirement of an outside entrance.
CIRD. NO. 1299 Following additional discussion, Council Member Reid moved
IMIRDUiCED for introduction o. Ordinance No. 1299 amending the Zoning
Ordinance (Section 27, Lodi Municipal Code) to permit, under
specific conditions, construction of second iiving units in
areas zoned R-1 and R-2, Single -Family Residential and
R -L -D, Low Density Multiple -Family Residential with the
amendments heretofore stat, -d. The rrr-- t i on was seconded by
Mayor Pro Tempore Snider and carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members - Pinkerton, Snider, PLeid and
01 son (Mayor)
Y Noes: Council Mcx.bers - None
Absent: Council Members - Murphy
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TO CONSIDER THE PLP.NNING COMMISSIONS
RECOMMENDATION THAT THE ZONING ORDINANCE
(SECTION 27, LODI MUNICIPAL CODE),
BE AMENDED TO PERMIT, UNDER SPECIFIC CONDITIONS,
CONSTRUCTION OF SECOND LIVING UNITS IN AREAS
ZONED R-1 AND R-2, SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVFN that on Wednesday, September
7, 1983 at the hours of 8:"Jo p.m. or as soon thereafter as
the matter may be heard, the Lodi City Council will
conduct a public hearing in the Council Chambers, City
Hall, 221 West Pine Street, Lodi, California, to consider
the Planning Commission's recormendaticn that the Zoning
Ordinance (Section 27, Lodi Municipal Code), be amended to
permit, under specific conditions, construction of second
living units in areas zoned R-1 and R-2, Single -Family
Residential.
Information regarding this item may be obtained in
the office of the Conununity Development Director at 221
K(st Pine Street, Lodi, California. All interested
persons are invited to present their views either for or
against the above proposal. Written statements may be
filed with the City Clerk at any time prior to the hearing
scheduled herein and oral statements may be made at said
hearing.
Dated: August 17, 1983
By Order of the City Council
Alice M. Rei the
City Clerk
RESIDENTIAL SECOND UNITS
DEFINITION - Residential Second Unit
A residential second unit is an additional living unit on a lot within a
single family zone. A second unit is a self-contained unit with separate
kitch_n, living and sleeping facilities. A second unit can be created by
a) altering a single family dwelling to establish a separate unit or b)
adding a separate unit onto an existing dwelling.
BACKGROUND
SB 1534, Mello, adopted by the State in 1482, authorizes cities and
counties to provide, by ordinance, for the creation of second units, as
defined in single-family residential zones. The general intent of the
legislation is to increase the available housing stock in the State,
particularly for low and moderate income families.
The Legislature found that there were many underutilized parcels of land in
the State and that second units would benefit the public by;
1. Providing cost effective development through the use of
existing infrastructures, as contrasted to requiring the
construction of new infrastructures in undeveloped areas.
2. K,ovide relatively affordable housing without public subsidy.
3. Provide a means for purchasers of new or existing homes to meet
payments on high interest loans.
4. Provide security for homeowners who fear both criminal
intrusion and personal accidents while alone.
Additionally, this has become popular as a hay in which families can
provide housing for an elderly parent while still allowing independent
living. This is why this type of housing is sometimes referred to as
"Granny Housing,"
LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENT
The Legislation requires that cities and counties do one of the following;
1. Adopt State Legislaiion by reference. This alternative would mean
that the jurisdiction would accept the state mandate and allow,
' with a conditional use permit, second units in single-family
residential zones.
2. Adopt a local ordinance permitting second units. This would
allow jurisdictions to adopt specific conditions and restrictions
for secind units as long as they were not totally prohibited,
3. Adopt a local ordinance prohibiting second units. Jurisdictions
can prohibit second units by adopting an ordinance that has
findings that acknowledge that such action may limit housing
opportunities of the region. Additionally, findings that have
specific adverse impacts of public health, safety and welfare
would result from allowing second units.
PROPOSED CITY ORDINANCE
The Legislation allows local jurisdictions to adopt ordinances that set
standards for parking, height, setback, lot coverage, architecture and size
of unit. There can also be restrictions on the age of tenants, who can
apply and whether a use permit is required. Other conditions can also be
included if desired by the local jurisdiction.
The attached draft ordinance is what the Community Development Department
is proposing for the City of Lodi. The ordinance would be an amendment to
the Zoning Ordinance and would be added to the Sections on R-1 and R-2
zoning.
The proposed amendment would allow second units to be constructed on
single-family lots that have an existing residence. The second unit must
obtain a use permit and the applicant must be the owner occupant of the
main residence on the property. The second unit must also meet minimum lot
size, setback and architectural requirements, must be attached to the maid
residence and must provide additional parking.
tither conditions are possible, however, staff feels that the proposed
ordinance is a workable compromise. It protects the neighboring properties
while, at the sane time, alloras people who can meet the conditions to build
a second unit. We feel that the proposed ordinance meets the intent of the
legislation to provide additional affordable housing.
Based on the experience of other citie< that have allowed second unit
residences, we do not expect a significant number of people to apply for
these units.
The following use is added to the R -A' and R-2 Districts:
Second -Unit Dwellings
A second residential unit may be added to an existing
residence on a single-family lot provided that the
following conditions apply:
1. Use Permit
The applicant for a second unit must secure
a Use Permit from the Planning Commission.
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b. The applicant for the Use Permit must be
the owner/occupant of the property on which
the second unit will be constructed.
2. Height and Area
a. A lot proposed for a second unit must meet the
following minimum lot size requirements:
R-1 - 6,500 square feet minimum lot size.
R-2 - 6,000 square feet minimum lot size.
b. All setback, height and lot coverage
requirements of the zone must be met.
3. Design Standards
a. The second unit must be made architecturally
compatible with the existing residence.
b. No new entrances will be permitted on the front
of the existing residence.
C. The floor area of the second unit cannot exceed
400 square feet.
4. Parking
One legal off-street parking space must be provided
for the new unit. The parking space must be in
addition to the parking required for the main
residence and must meet all setback requirements.
5. General Standards
In all cases the City shall determine that the
proposed unit is compatible with the design of the
surrounding residences and does not adversely affect
public facilities or the neighborhood.
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