These requirements apply to residential care facilities for more than six persons as defined by this Code. Residential facilities for six or fewer residents shall be treated as a residential use and subject only to the same requirements as any other permitted residential use of the same housing type that are in the same district.
(A) The minimum distance from any other residential facility shall be 300 feet as specified by Cal. Health and Safety Code § 1267.9(b).
(B) At least 20 square feet of usable open space shall be provided for each person who resides in the facility. Open space shall be designed and screened in compliance with the requirements applicable to multi-family residential development located in the same district.
(C) At least one parking space shall be provided for every two persons who reside in the facility. Parking facilities shall be designed, landscaped, and screened in compliance with the requirements applicable to multi-family residential development located in the same district.
(D) Smoking and the possession or consumption of alcohol shall be prohibited in all indoor common areas and in all outdoor common areas.
(E) Residential care facilities shall provide smoke-free living quarters for non-smoking residents.
(F) Residential care facilities shall be licensed and certified by the State of California and shall be operated according to all applicable state and local regulations.
(Ord. 2089-C-S, passed 6-24-14)