(A) Purpose. These mixed-use provisions are established to provide for the compatible and beneficial mixture of commercial, office, and residential uses in a single structure or on a single site. Mixed-use development is designed to achieve a convenient business/residential environment in areas where multiple activities are considered to be desirable. Mixed-use development also serves as a transition or buffer between residential uses and commercial uses. In addition, mixed-use development can add to the city’s supply of affordable housing; reduce commutes between home and work; and promote strong, stable, and desirable pedestrian-oriented business environments.
(B) Permitted uses. Multi-family residential uses are only permitted on the second and third floors above ground floor commercial or office uses permitted in the C-1 and C-3 Zone. Ground floor multi-family residential uses are only permitted in mixed-use developments in excess of three acres.
(C) Development standards. All mixed-use developments shall comply with the provisions established for the C-1 and C-3 Zone, except as modified in this subchapter. The following standards shall apply to all mixed-use developments.
(1) Parking. The number of off-street parking spaces required for specific uses shall be in compliance with the provisions set forth in § 153.220 herein, except as modified in this subchapter. All multi-family residential uses shall be provided with one parking space per bedroom which shall be located in a garage or carport. However, units designated for senior citizens (62 years of age or older) shall be provided at a rate of 0.75 spaces per unit (covered or uncovered). Guest parking for the multi-family residential uses shall be provided at a rate of one space for every three multi-family residential units. Tandem parking may be used only for the spaces which are assigned and designated for a single residential unit. Additionally, parking for residential units shall be separate and secured.
(2) Multi-family density. For mixed-use development projects which abut R-1 or R-2 zoned property or equivalently zoned properties in unincorporated Los Angeles County, the minimum site area shall be 3,960 square feet of net lot area for each multi-family dwelling unit. If the mixed-use development projects abuts any other zone, the minimum site area shall be 1,452 square feet of net lot area for each family dwelling unit. Density bonuses shall be allowed in accordance with the provisions established in the California Government Code § 65915.
(3) Floor area ratio. The maximum floor area ratio (F.A.R.) for the entire development shall not exceed one time the total net lot area. Multi-family residential uses shall be a minimum of 25% of the total net lot area, but shall not exceed 50% of the total net lot area.
(4) Lot coverage. Buildings and all accessory buildings shall not occupy more than 55% of the total net lot area which abuts an R-1 or R-2 Zone or equivalently zoned properties in unincorporated Los Angeles County, or 60% of the total net lot area which abut any other zone.
(5) Height limit. For mixed-use development projects which abut R-1 or R-2 zoned properties or equivalently-zoned properties in unincorporated Los Angeles County, the maximum building height is two stories or 35 feet. For mixed-use development projects which abut any other zone, the maximum height is three stories or 45 feet.
(6) Front yards. The following front yard setback areas shall be provided for mixed-use development projects:
(a) No front yard setback shall be required for commercial use floors, however, a front setback may be required through the Precise Plan of Design review or Conditional Use Permit process.
(b) Residential use floors shall maintain a minimum five foot setback beyond the commercial floors.
(7) Side yard. For mixed-use development projects which abut a residential zone, there shall be a minimum ten foot setback. There shall not be a required side yard for mixed-use development projects which abut any other zone. However, on corner lots, the side yard on the street side shall be not less that ten feet.
(8) Rear yards. The rear yard for a mixed-use development project shall be not less than 15 feet.
(9) Storage. A minimum of one 90-cubic-foot lockable, enclosed storage space per residential unit must be provided.
(10) Trash enclosures. Separate trash facilities shall be provided for the residential and non- residential components of the development.
(11) Open space areas.
(a) Each multi-family residential use shall have an adjoining open space area totaling a minimum of 100 square feet. Open space areas located on the ground level shall have minimum dimension of ten feet. Open space areas located above the ground level shall have a minimum dimension of six feet.
(b) For mixed-use developments in excess of three acres, a pedestrian plaza, community garden, or other open space area shall be proved as an aesthetic and usable passive recreation amenity. The area of the open space shall be determined through the conditional use permit review process. All open areas shall be unobstructed from the ground upward, unless covered by a roof or balcony supported entirely by the building. All open space areas not landscaped must be developed with either reflection pools, fountains, pedestrian walkways, rest areas, or other similar improvements.
(12) (Reserved)
(13) Maximum uninterrupted building facade length. One public entrance shall be provided per 100 feet of building facade at street level.
(‘65 Code, § 9-3.856) (Ord. 455-C.S., passed 11-21-95; Am. Ord. 495-C.S., passed 2-16-99; Am. Ord. 535-C.S., passed 1-20-04; Am. Ord. 601-C.S., passed 3-4-14; Am. Ord. 608-C.S., passed 5-20-14; Am. Ord. 695, passed 12-5-23)