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Gated residential communities shall be developed and maintained in accordance with this section.
A. Required Access. Gated developments shall install and maintain in good working order emergency public safety access consistent with fire and police requirements.
(Ord. 536-18 § 2 (part), 2018; Ord. 332 § 2, 2005)
A. Design Issues. Hotels and motels are quasi-residential uses and should be designed and sited to minimize the effect of noise from Murrieta's two freeways. Although they are quasi-residential, the scale of, and activities associated with hotels and motels often make them problematic neighbors for adjacent residential properties. If a residential interface cannot be avoided, it should be carefully designed to mitigate any potential adverse impacts on existing or future adjacent residents. Because hotel and motel architecture is often thematic, presenting a strong temptation to over design the building's front and to neglect the other sides, it is important to remember that all sides of a building require consistent architectural treatment.
B. Site Planning.
1. The primary presence along the major street frontage shall be the building and driveway approach, not the parking lot.
2. Only a few (no more than five) short term parking spaces shall be provided near the office for check-ins.
3. Exterior corridors on multi-level buildings are strongly discouraged and shall not be located adjacent to residential uses.
4. Delivery and loading areas shall not be located where visible from residential uses.
5. Mechanical equipment of all types, including swimming pool equipment, shall be located to assure that it cannot be heard at any residential property line.
6. Recreational facilities (e.g.. as swimming pools) shall be located where guests can use them in some privacy; they shall not be exposed to public streets to function as advertising.
7. Avoid locating driveway, garage ramps or loading and service areas where they interfere with the flow of pedestrian movement or impact the privacy of guest rooms.
8. Utilize parking lots and other open spaces on the site to help buffer the hotel/motel from any adjacent in-compatible uses.
C. Building Design.
1. Noise attenuation techniques shall be included in the design of buildings near major noise generators, (e.g., major streets, freeway). Techniques may include: double paned glass, earthberms, thick tree groves over thirty (30) feet in depth or lowering the grade of the subject building below the roadway elevation. Solid masonry walls over five feet high are not desirable in Murrieta.
2. The scale of buildings shall be related to the surrounding development patterns.
3. Walkway. stairway, and balcony railings and other similar details shall be visually substantial (handrails with a thickness exceeding two and one-half (2½) inches and balusters over two inches thick) and stylistically consistent with the basic building design.
4. Air conditioning units shall not be visible from public streets. Structures over three stories shall avoid exterior exposed air-conditioning units for each room.
5. Guest rooms shall be accessible from hallways within the hotel, not exterior balconies. Avoid room en-trances directly adjacent to parking lots or exterior walkways.
FIGURE 3-15
(Ord. 182 § 2 (part), 1997)
A. Design Issues. For the purpose of this section multiple or mixed use projects are defined as developments that combine both commercial/office and residential uses or structures on a single lot, or as components of a single development. The uses may be combined either vertically within the same structure, or spread horizon-tally on the site in different areas and structures.
The primary design issue related to mixed use projects is the need to successfully balance the requirements of residential uses. (e.g., the need for privacy and security) with the needs of commercial uses for access, visibility, parking, loading, and possibly extended hours of operation.
B. Site Planning.
1. Mixed use projects that provide commercial space on the ground floor with residential units above are encouraged over projects that provide commercial structures on the front portion of the lot with residential uses placed at the rear of the lot. This latter configuration does not meet the intent of a true mixed use project which incorporates vertical integration of uses.
However, a horizontal separation (commercial to the front, residential to the rear) of uses may be appropriate depending on the size of the site and available access.
2. Separate site access drive and parking facilities shall be provided for residential uses and commercial uses in compliance with Chapter 16.34 (Off-street Parking and Loading).
3. If enclosed parking is provided for the entire complex, separate levels shall be provided for residential and commercial uses with separate building entrances.
4. Site access drives shall incorporate distinctive architectural elements and landscape features which help to differentiate access to commercial parking areas from residential areas. Security gates shall be considered for access to residential uses and residential parking areas, as well as to securing commercial parking areas when businesses are closed.
5. When a mixed use project is designed as separate structures on a lot with the commercial uses along the street and residential uses at the rear, a decorative masonry wall with security gates shall separate the uses.
6. Loading areas and refuse storage facilities shall be located as far as possible from residential units and shall be completely screened from view from adjacent residential portions of the project. The location and design of trash enclosures shall account for potential nuisances from odors.
7. Parking lot lighting and security lighting for the commercial uses shall be appropriately shielded so as not to spill over into the residential area. Residential units shall also be shielded from illuminated commercial signing.
8. Open space intended for use by `"residents only"" may not be accessible from commercial areas. Open space and courtyards in commercial areas may be accessible to residential occupants and visitors.
9. When residential and commercial uses are provided in the same structure, separate entrances shall be provided for each use.
C. Building Design.
1. The architectural style and use of materials shall be consistent throughout the entire project. Differences in materials and/or architectural details should only occur on a structure where the intent is to differentiate between the residential scale and character of the structure and the commercial scale and character.
2. The design of storefronts shall be consistent with the design guidelines for commercial development. The residential portion of a mixed use structure shall be consistent with the design guidelines for multi-family residential development.
3. Projects three stories or less in height shall incorporate full roofs on at least fifty (50) percent of the roof area.
4. Structures with heights greater than three stories shall set back upper portions of the structure a minimum of ten feet for each additioual two stories.
5 . All roof mounted equipment shall be screened in compliance with Section 16.18.120 (Screening and Buffering). Special consideration should be given to the location and screening of noise generating equipment (e.g., refrigeration units, air conditioning, and exhaust fans). Noise reducing screens and insulation may be required where equipment has the potential to impact residential uses.
(Ord. 182 § 2 (part), 1997)
A. Design Issues. While office buildings are found on every kind of commercial street, they have functional characteristics that result in physical forms different from other commercial development: intensity of use is lower; buildings are typically 'live' on all four sides; office activities are not limited to the first floor; building perimeters have fewer entries and no display windows and thus have more opportunity for landscaping. Because their use patterns differ significantly from retail commercial, there is more opportunity to site office buildings up toward the street with parking behind. This arrangement is strongly encouraged even where the pattern is not an established one.
B. Site Planning.
1 . Buildings shall be placed at the minimum required front setback. Alternate solutions may be considered that are determined to provide a superior solution to protecting neighboring sensitive land uses or orienting the building toward a freeway frontage to enhance the community image.
2. Multi-story building shall not be placed adjacent to the private open space areas of residential uses. First floor may be adjacent to setback; second and third floors shall be setback an additional foot for each additional foot in height.
3. Office buildings should have the primary entry from the public street with secondary entries from any onsite pedestrian paths or parking areas.
C. Building Design.
1 . Large or long unadorned wall planes shall be avoided. As a general standard, building surfaces over two stories high or fifty (50) feet in length will need to be relieved with a change of vertical and horizontal wall plane that provides strong shadow and visual interest.
2. Clear glass shall be used for ground floor windows where pedestrian traffic is high and there is any potential for retail, food service of other service occupancy.
3. Building entries shall be protected from inclement weather and should afford a 'sense of entry' for the structure.
(Ord. 337 § 2, 2005; Ord. 182 § 2 (part). 1997)
A. Definitions.
1. Electric Vehicle (EV). An automotive-type of vehicle for on-road use, such as passenger automobiles, buses, trucks, vans, neighborhood electric vehicles, electric motorcycles and the like, primarily powered by an electric motor that draws from a rechargeable storage battery, fuel cell, photovoltaic array or other source of electric current.
2. EV Capable Space. A vehicle space with electrical panel space and load capacity to support a branch circuit and necessary raceways, both underground and/or surface mounted, to support EV charging.
3. EV Ready Space. A vehicle space which is provided with a branch circuit; any necessary raceways, both underground and/or surface mounted; to accommodate EV charging, terminating in a receptacle or a charger.
4. Level 2 EV Supply Equipment (EVSE). The 208/240 Volt 40-ampere branch circuit, and the electric vehicle charging connectors, attachment plugs, and all other fittings, devices, power outlets, or apparatus installed specifically for the purpose of transferring energy between the premises and the electric vehicle.
B. Standards.
1. A parking space served by EVSE shall count as at least one standard automobile parking space for the purpose of complying with any applicable minimum parking space requirements as established by the City.
2. An accessible parking space with an access aisle served by EVSE shall count as at least two standard automobile parking spaces for the purpose of complying with any applicable minimum parking space requirements as established by the City.
3. EV Ready and EVSE spaces must be identified by signage or pavement markings that comply with Caltrans requirements.
4. The number of EV Capable spaces and EV Ready spaces will comply with California Green Building Standards Code.
C. Requirements per Development Type.
TABLE 16.44.115-1 ELECTRIC VEHICLE PARKING REQUIREMENTS AT A LOCATION | |
Occupancy Type | EVSE Parking Requirement (round up to nearest parking space) |
One- and Two-Family Homes, Multi-Family Dwellings with Private Garages | Installation of one Level 2 or greater EVSE per enclosed garage |
Multi-Family Dwellings without Private Garages, Hotels and Motels | Install Level 2 EVSE for 6% of total parking spaces required |
Non-Residential Development | Install Level 2 EVSE for 4% of total parking spaces less than 200 parking spaces. Install Level 2 EVSE for 5% of total parking spaces for 200 or greater parking spaces. |
(Ord. 598-23 § 2, 2023; Ord. 566 § 15, 2020)
This section provides development and operational standards for outdoor uses. including temporary outdoor display and sales (subsection A below), permanent outdoor display and sales (subsection B below) and outdoor dining and seating areas (subsection C below).
A. Temporary Outdoor Displays and Sales. Temporary outdoor displays and sales may be allowed subject to the approval of a temporary use permit, (I 6.70) in compliance with, but not limited to, the following standards:
1. Fixed Period of Time. Provision for a fixed period of time as specified by the permit, or where not specified, not to exceed one hundred eighty (180) days for a temporary event;
2. Nuisance Factors. Regulation of nuisance factors including, but not limited to, prevention of glare or direct illumination on adjacent parcels, dirt, dust, gases, heat, noise. odors, smoke, waste and vibration;
3. Operating Hours. Regulation of operating hours and days, including limitation of the duration of the temporary event, as identified in subsection (A)(1) above;
4. Parking. Provision for adequate temporary parking facilities, pedestrian and vehicular circulation, including vehicular ingress and egress and public transportation. if applicable, in compliance with Chapter 16.34 (Off-street Parking and Loading Standards);
5. Performance Bond. Submission of a performance bond or other surety measures, satisfactory to the di-rector. to ensure that any temporary facilities or structures used will be removed from the site within a reasonable time following the event, the property will be cleaned of debris, litter or any other evidence of the temporary event upon completion or removal of the event, restored to the former condition and shall continue to be used in compliance with this development code;
6. Sanitary and Medical Facilities. Provision for sanitary and medical facilities, as appropriate:
7. Security. Provision for security and safety measures, if applicable;
8. Setbacks. Appropriate setbacks shall be maintained to ensure adequate separation from adjacent land uses and a safe environment for pedestrians and vehicles;
9. Signs. Regulation of signs. in compliance with Chapter 16.38 (Signs):
10. Temporary Structures. Regulation of temporary structures and facilities, including placement, height and size, location of equipment and open spaces. including buffer areas and other yards;
11. Waste Collection and Disposal. Provision for solid, hazardous and toxic waste collection, recycling and/or disposal;
12. Other Conditions. Any other conditions which will ensure the operation of the proposed temporary event in an orderly and efficient manner and in full compliance with the purpose/intent of this section.
B. Permanent Outdoor Displays and Sales. The permanent outdoor display/sale of merchandise shall comply with the following standards and shall be subject to the approval of a minor conditional use permit in compliance with Chapter 16.52.
1. Height of Displayed Materials. The outdoor display of merchandise shall not exceed a height of twelve (12) feet above finish grade. Heights greater than twelve (12) feet may be allowed subject to the approval of the director.
2. Location. Outdoor sales areas shall be located entirely on private property. Outdoor sales areas shall not encroach into required setback areas. In zoning districts where no setback area is required. the outdoor sales area shall be set back a minimum of ten feet from adjacent property line(s) unless otherwise allowed by the director.
3. Location of Merchandise. Displayed merchandise shall occupy a fixed, specifically approved and de-fined location that does not disrupt the normal function of the site or its circulation, and does not encroach upon driveways, landscaped areas, parking spaces or pedestrian walkways. Displays shall not obstruct traffic safety sight areas or otherwise create hazards for vehicle or pedestrian traffic:
4. Relationship to Main Use. The outdoor display and sales area shall be directly related to a business occupying a permanent structure on the subject parcel; and
5. Signs. Additional signs, beyond those normally allowed for the subject use. shall not be provided as a result of the outdoor display and sales area.
C. Outdoor Dining and Seating Areas. Outdoor dining and seating areas are allowed subject to the Outdoor Seating Design Guidelines on file in the Planning Department offices at City Hall. The application review processes shall be as shown in the table below:
Review Process | Circumstances |
Staff Approved Development Plan | No more than 8 seats; complies with the Development Code and the Outdoor Seating Design Guidelines |
Director Approved Development Plan per Chapter 16.56 | More than 8 seats and/or will share seating with multiple businesses; complies with the Development Code and the Outdoor Seating Design Guidelines |
Minor Conditional Use Permit per Chapter 16.52 | More than 8 seats and/or will share seating with multiple businesses; and 1. Does not comply with the Outdoor Seating Design Guidelines; 2. Significantly intensifies a use; or 3. Changes the exterior of the building |
1. Public Property. Outdoor seating is prohibited on public property.
2. Physical Separation Required. When outdoor restaurant seating is directly abutting public property or right-of-way, a physical separation shall be in place along the boundary. The separation shall be in the form of an approved fence and/or landscaped planter(s) with a minimum height of three (3) feet, but no higher than four (4) feet.
3. Alcoholic Beverage Service. Areas in which alcoholic beverages will be served shall comply with the standards established by the State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. In addition, any perimeter fence and/or landscaped planter(s) shall be designed to clearly restrict alcohol from being taken outside the restaurant seating area.
4. Perimeter Barrier Design Compatibility. The physical design of the fence and/or landscaped planter(s) shall be compatible with the design of the building housing the dining use.
5. Pedestrian and Handicapped Accessibility. Outdoor seating shall comply with standards for pedestrian circulation and handicapped access.
6. Parking Requirements. Outdoor dining and seating areas with eight (8) or fewer seats shall not be required to provide additional off-street parking. Outdoor seating areas with more than eight (8) seats shall comply with the requirements for off-street parking in Chapter 16.34 of the Development Code. The Director may adjust the parking requirements for outdoor seating areas with twenty (20) or fewer seats when the seating is operated on a seasonal basis.
7. Common Outdoor Seating Areas. Outdoor seating areas that are used in common with several restaurants or tenants within a commercial center shall not be required to provide additional off-street parking for these common outdoor areas unless they exceed four (4) seats per restaurant.
8. Design Compatibility. To ensure compatibility with surrounding uses and a high standard of design quality, the following standards shall apply:
a. Compatible Elements. Outdoor dining and seating areas and associated structural elements, awnings, covers, furniture, umbrellas or other physical elements which are visible from the public rights-of-way, shall be compatible with the overall design of the primary structure(s) on the premises. No advertising or business identification signs shall be part of an outdoor seating area;
b. Entertainment. Outdoor dining and seating areas that provide dancing, amplified music or entertainment shall require the preparation of a noise analysis and will be required to comply with noise mitigation measures;
c. Sensitive Receptors. Outdoor dining and seating areas and their relation to churches, hospitals, public schools, and residential uses shall be considered by the review authority. Mitigation measures shall be applied to eliminate potential impacts related to glare, light, loitering and noise;
d. Obstructions. Outdoor dining and seating areas shall not obstruct vehicular or pedestrian traffic flow or necessitate the removal of existing pedestrian or vehicular movement areas;
e. Separation Requirements. Outdoor dining and seating areas shall be separated from residential uses, at a minimum distance of two hundred (200) feet, except in mixed-use projects; or when the Director determines that an adequate physical barrier (e.g., street or building) is present to mitigate potentially adverse effects;
f. Setbacks. Outdoor dining and seating areas shall be setback a minimum of five (5) feet from property lines and parking lots; and
g. Waste Receptacles. Waste receptacles shall be provided in outdoor seating areas.
9. Maintenance. All outdoor seating areas shall be kept in good condition, both aesthetically and structurally.
(Ord. 412 § 4, 2008; Ord. 182 § 2 (part), 1997)
This section establishes standards for the location. screening, and operation of outdoor storage areas.
A. Outdoor Storage Areas. Where allowed by Article 1I (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses), outdoor storage areas shall be entirely enclosed and screened by a solid fence or wall a minimum of six feet in height in conjunction with landscape screening.
B. Review and Approval Required. Any use proposing outdoor storage or other outdoor business activities shall require a minor conditional use permit pursuant to Chapter 16.52 (Conditional Use Permits) of this title.
(Ord. 430-10 § 5, 2010; Ord. 182 §2 (part), 1997)
This section establishes standards and procedures for the siting and operation of various types and sizes of commercial recycling facilities.
A. Permit Requirements. Recycling facilities are subject to permit review/approval in compliance with Article II (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) provided the following standards are met.
B. Development and Operating Standards. Recycling facilities shall comply with the following standards:
1. Reverse vending Machines. Reverse vending machine(s) shall be allowed in all commercial and manufacturing zoning districts, subject to compliance with the following standards:
a. Machines shall be installed as an accessory use in compliance with the applicable provisions of this development code, and shall not require additional parking;
b. If located inside of a structure, shall be within thirty (30) feet of the entrance and shall not obstruct pedestrian circulation;
c. If located outside of a structure, shall not occupy required parking spaces, and shall be constructed of durable waterproof and rustproof material(s);
d. Shall not exceed fifty (50) square feet for each installation, including ally protective enclosure, nor eight feet in height;
e. Shall have a maximum sign area of four square feet for each machine, exclusive of operating instructions;
f. Shall have operating hours which are consistent with the operating hours of the main use; and
g. Shall be illuminated to ensure comfortable and safe operation if operating hours are between dusk and dawn, in compliance with Section 16.18.100 (Lighting).
2. Small Collection Facilities. Small collection facilities are allowed only in compliance with Article II (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) provided the following standards are met.
a. Shall not exceed an area of five hundred (500) square feet nor five parking spaces, not including space that will be periodically needed for the removal of materials or exchange of containers;
b. Shall be set back at least fifteen feet from any public right-of-way, and not obstruct pedestrian or vehicular circulation;
c. Shall accept only glass, metal or plastic containers, paper, and reusable items;
d. Shall not use power-driven processing equipment except for reverse vending machines;
e. Shall use containers that are constructed with durable waterproof and rustproof material(s), secured from unauthorized removal of material, and shall be of a capacity sufficient to accommodate materials collected and the collection schedule;
f. Shall not be located within fifty (50) feet of any parcel zoned or occupied for residential use;
g. Collection containers and site fencing shall be of a color and design to be compatible and harmonious with the surrounding uses and neighborhood;
h. Signs may be provided as follows:
1) Recycling facilities may have identification signs with a maximum area of fifteen (15) percent for each side of the structure or twelve (12) square feet, whichever is greater. In the case of a wheeled facility, the side shall be measured from the ground to the top of the container;
2) Signs shall be both compatible and harmonious with the character of their location; and
3) Directional signs, consistent with Chapter 16.38 (Signs) and without advertising message, may be installed with the approval of the director if found necessary to facilitate traffic circulation or if the facility is not visible from the public right-of-way.
i. The facility shall not impair the landscaping required by Chapter 16.28 (Landscaping) for any concurrent use allowed by this development code;
j. Additional parking spaces shall not be required for customers of a small collection facility located in the established parking lot of the main use. One space shall be provided for the attendant, if needed;
k. Mobile recycling units shall have an area clearly marked to prohibit other vehicular parking during hours when the mobile unit is scheduled to be present;
1. Use of parking spaces by the facility and by the attendant shall not reduce available parking spaces below the minimum number required for the main use unless a parking study shows that existing capacity is not fully utilized during the time the recycling facility will be on the site; and
m. Shall be subject to landscaping and/or screening as determined through development review.
3. Large Collection Facilities. A collection facility that is larger than five hundred (500) square feet, or on a separate parcel not accessory to a main use, is allowed in the industrial zoning districts in compliance with Article II (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) provided the following standards are met.
a. The facility shall not abut a parcel zoned or occupied for residential use;
b. The facility shall be screened from public rights-of-way, by solid masonry walls or located within an enclosed structure;
c. Structure setbacks and landscaping shall be provided as required for the zoning district;
d. Exterior storage of material shall be in sturdy containers that are secured and maintained in good condition. Storage, excluding truck trailers, shall not be visible above the height of the required screen walls;
e. The site shall be maintained clean, sanitary and free of litter and any other undesirable materials, and will be cleaned of loose debris on a daily basis;
f. Containers provided for "after hours" donation of recyclable materials shall be permanently located at least one hundred (100) feet from any residential zoning district, constructed of sturdy, rustproof material(s), have sufficient capacity to accommodate materials collected, and be secured from unauthorized entry or removal of materials; and
g. Dust, fumes, odor, smoke or vibration, above ambient levels, shall not be detectable on adjoining parcels.
4. Processing Facilities. Processing facilities are allowed in the industrial zoning district subject to a conditional use permit and compliance with the following standards:
a. The facility shall not abut a parcel zoned or occupied for residential use;
b. Light processing facilities are limited to baling, briquetting, compacting, crushing, grinding, shred-ding, and sorting of source-separated recyclable materials and repairing of reusable materials;
c. A light processing facility shall not exceed forty-five thousand (45,000) square feet, may have up to an average of two outbound truck shipments of material each day, and shall not bale, compact, or shred ferrous metals other than beverage and food containers.
A heavy processor may exceed forty-five thousand (45,000) square feet and two outbound truck shipments each day, and may perform those functions not allowed at light processing facilities;
d. Exterior storage of material shall be in sturdy containers or enclosures that are maintained and se-cured in good condition. Outdoor storage shall be from public rights-of-way by solid masonry walls. Storage, excluding truck trailers, shall not be visible above the height of the required screen or walls;
e. Containers provided for "after hours" donation of recyclable materials shall be permanently located at least one hundred (100) feet from any residential zoning district, constructed of sturdy, rustproof material(s), have sufficient capacity to accommodate materials collected, and be secured from unauthorized entry or removal of the materials; and
f. Dust, fumes, odor, smoke or vibration, above ambient levels, shall not be detectable on adjoining parcels.
5. Time Limits. Uses approved in compliance with this section shall have a maximum term established by the permit approval process. Before permit renewal, the director shall consider the permittee' s history of compliance with the established conditions of approval, as well as all applicable provisions of this development code.
C. General Standards. Recycling facilities shall comply with the following standards:
1. Signs. Facilities shall be provided with identification and informational signs that meet the standards of the applicable zoning district:
a. Collection containers and reverse vending machines shall be clearly marked to identify the type of material which may be deposited, and display a notice stating that discarded material shall not be left outside of the recycling enclosure or machine; and
b. The facility shall be clearly marked to identify the name and telephone number of the operator and the hours of operation.
c. Additional identification and directional signs without an advertising message may be installed with the approval of the director, if necessary to facilitate traffic circulation.
2. Refuse Disposal. The facility shall maintain adequate on-site refuse containers for the disposal of nonrecyclable and nonhazardous waste materials.
(Ord. 538, Exhibit A (part), 2018; Ord. 392 § 3, 2007; Ord. 182 § 2 (part), 1997)
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