(A) It is the purpose of this section, to allow the placement of mobilehomes on R-1 zoned lots only. The mobilehome would have to conform to minimum lot size and setbacks for the R-1 zone in which it is located and in addition, meet the criterion set forth in this section.
(B) This section reflects the concern over the increased costs of housing and the need to provide new opportunities for affordable housing.
1. General requirements. A mobilehome, under certain conditions, may be placed on a foundation system on a private lot in the city’s areas zoned for single-family dwellings (R-1 District).
2. Design review requirements. The following requirements for a mobilehome to be placed upon a permanent foundation on a single-family residential lot must be met.
(a) Eligibility.
(1) The mobilehome is five years old or newer on the day of application, and bears the insignia of approval by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and has not been altered in violation of applicable codes.
(2) The application is determined compatible with the residential area in which the mobilehome is proposed to be located.
(3) Occupancy is only a residential type use.
(4) Subject to all provisions of the zoning ordinance applicable to residential structures.
(5) Be attached to a permanent foundation that complies with all building regulations.
(6) Have a minimum width of 24 feet.
(7) The exterior covering material shall extend to the ground, except that where a solid concrete or masonry perimeter foundation is used, the exterior covering material must extend at least to the top of the foundation. Exterior wall materials shall be limited to stucco, wood, brick, stone, decorative concrete block or other materials commonly used in the area. No shiny or reflective materials shall be permitted which are more reflective than semigloss paint.
(8) Have a roof with a pitch of not less than two inch vertical use for every 12 inch of horizontal seen and consisting of composition shingles, shake shingles, rock or concrete or adobe tile, or similar other materials commonly used in the area. No shiny or reflective materials shall be permitted which are more reflective than semigloss paint.
(9) Have a minimum of 12-inch eave overhang on all four sides.
(10) All windows, doors and gable ends shall be architecturally treated with a trim, with materials no more reflective than semigloss paint.
(11) Fascia boards shall be used on all sides of the structure to screen exposed rafters, vents and the like to give the roof a finished edge.
(13) Two enclosed or covered off-street parking spaces of compatible wall materials and roofing materials of dwelling unit.
(14) Screening shall be provided for all mechanical and electrical equipment so that they are not visible from the public right-of-way.
3. Building permit. Prior to the installation of a mobilehome on a permanent foundation system, the mobilehome owner or a licensed contractor shall obtain a building permit from the Building Department in accordance with the requirements of Cal. Health and Safety Code § 18551.
4. Appeal. Within ten days following the date of a decision of the city staff, the decision may be appealed to the Planning Commission by the applicant, or any other interested party. An appeal shall be filed with the Planning Commission Secretary. The appeal shall state the basis of appealing.
5. Declaration of emergency. It is hereby found and declared that an emergency affecting the public health, peace or safety exists necessitating the passage of this section as an emergency measure in that without said passage, mobilehomes could be allowed in the city without minimal development standards.
(Ord. 533, passed 8-16-2005)