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Land Use
A description of the existing or proposed occupancy or utilization of land that include the
and
.
Landscape Materials
Any materials used for the purpose of landscape improvement that may include, but are not limited to, the following: trees, shrubs, cacti, vegetative ground covers,
, vines, walkways, berms, stone or inert ground cover materials, sculptures, fountains, irrigation equipment,
furniture, outdoor lighting, fences, or walls.
Landscape Plan
A graphic representation of the
indicating the location of all existing and proposed landscape
to be present on the
at the completion of the construction of the
.
Landscaping
An exterior improvement of a
in accordance with an approved
and approved landscape methods, materials, and maintenance.
Land Split
split has the same meaning as “land split” as defined in A.R.S. §9-463(3), that is, the division of improved or unimproved land for the purpose of sale or lease, which is not defined as a
, whose area is two and one-half
or less in size, into two or
if previously platted, or, three or
of land or less if not previously platted.
Ldn (Day-Night Average Sound Level)]
Ldn values are expressed in decibels and represent the average noise level over a 24-hour period for an average day of the year. For Tucson International
, the Ldn values are calculated based on an FAA integrated noise model, which averages noise over a 365-day year. For Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ldn values are calculated based on the Department of Defense Noise Map model that averages noise over the total flying
of the year.
Level of EVSE Charging
There are three levels of EV charging: Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3. The higher the level of charging, more power is delivered to the vehicle.
Level 1 chargers plug directly into a standard 120 volt AC outlet supplying an average power output of 1.3 kW to 2.4 kW. This power output is equivalent to 3-5 miles of EV range per hour. An overnight charge will add 30-50 miles of range.
Level 2 charging requires a dedicated 240 V circuit and output ranges from 3 kW to 19 kW of AC power. This power output translates to 18-28 miles of range per hour. An average EV can be fully charged in 8 hours or less on Level 2 charging.
Level 3 charging has a maximum output of 350 kW. Level 3 uses direct current (DC) and can recharge an EV at a rate of 3 to 20 miles of range per minute. Level 3 charging is designed to fill an EV battery to 80% in 20-40 minutes, and 100% in 60-90 minutes.
Loading Area
An
space or berth for temporary parking of a vehicle while loading or unloading merchandise, cargo, or materials.
Local Street
A
that primarily serves as access to a residence or other
property.
Logo (7A)
A graphic symbol or insignia that serves to identify a business, building or complex.
Long-Term
Parking Facility
A temporary storage facility that provides a secure place for employees, students, residents, commuters, and others to park their bicycles for several hours or more.
Lot
A of land bounded on all sides by
, of sufficient size to meet minimum zoning standards, with legal access to a public
.
Lot Coverage
The area of a
covered by
, storage areas, and
. For specific application standards, refer to Section 6.4.3.
Lot Lines
The
bounding a
.
Lot Size
The area contained within a
, including all easements on private property.
Low Enrollment
A school having registered enrollment at 65% or less than the school’s capacity, not including any portable classroom
. For the purposes of this definition, magnet schools are considered low enrollment schools.
Low-Income Area
An area determined to have 51% or more of its residents in the low to moderate income levels as established by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) based on the most recent United States decennial census. A map identifying the low income areas is available in the Housing and Community Development Department (HCDD) and Planning and Development Services Department (PDSD). The map is updated administratively by HCDD to reflect poverty and low income data from the most recent United States decennial census.
Low Income Housing
Housing that is affordable (no more than 30% of a household's total income) for households that make 80% or less of the median income in the local area (Area Median Income, or AMI).
(Am. Ord. 11508, 12/5/2017; Am. Ord. 11922, 7/12/2022; Am. Ord. 11953, 8/23/2022)
Major Employment Center
A grouping of commercial, institutional, office, or industrial uses or any combination of such uses that are of such scale and in such proximity to each other that enables and encourages employees to use alternate modes of travel both to and from work and during daily activities (e.g., shopping, lunch, banking). Examples: Tucson Medical Center (TMC), Park Mall, El Con Mall, Pima Community College, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Tucson Mall, and the Downtown Business District.
Major Streets and Routes
Those freeways, arterials, and
identified in the
.
Major Streets and Routes (MS&R) Plan
The plan adopted by the Mayor and Council to implement the circulation element of the
that identifies the general location and size of existing and proposed freeways, arterial and
,
, typical intersections, and
and
.
Major Streets and Routes (MS&R) Right-of-Way Area
That area between the
of a major
or route designated as such by the
. The
width existing for the major
or route may or may not be equal to the MS&R
area and in certain situations includes privately-owned property.
Major Streets and Routes (MS&R) Right-of-Way Lines
A line establishing the projected width for that major
or route located parallel or approximately parallel to the center line of the
a distance equal to one-half the
width shown for that
or route in the
.
Master Developer
The Master Developer is the
or entity that has sole control of the property within the Planned Community Development (PCD) District at the time of application and for the implementation of the PCD District after approval.
Master Development Plan (MDP)
An MDP is a multi-faceted
plan, including a
plan, resource and
plan,
agreement, and phasing plan that controls the overall implementation of the Planned Community Development District.
Meal
For the purposes of applying Section 4.9.4.V, a “meal” means the usual assortment of foods commonly ordered at a restaurant at various hours of the day.
Mechanical Greenhouse
See Greenhouse, Mechanical.
Miniature Goat
See Goat, Miniature.
Minor Subdivision
A
that complies with the criteria established for minor in Section 8.4.3, Minor . A Minor
may be accomplished with less documentation than other .
Mitigation
Methods used to alleviate or compensate for the negative impact of
on healthy
.
Mixed Use
A single
or single
of more than one
that includes residential and non-residential uses. In a
the different types of
are in close proximity, planned as a unified complementary whole, and functionally integrated to the use of shared vehicular and pedestrian access and
.
Mobile Home Space
An area of a mobile home park with a pad and utility pedestal that is rented or sold for the placement of a mobile home and for the exclusive use of the occupants of the mobile home.
More Restrictive Zoning
Motor Vehicle Parking Space
An area permanently reserved and maintained for the parking of one motor vehicle.
Multiple Use
A
on a
with two or more separate principal
, designed, developed, and owned or managed as a single coordinated entity utilizing legally established common elements or shared facilities. Such common elements shall comply with the following standards.
• Shared motor vehicle and pedestrian access is provided to the
from a
. The number of
is limited to two or fewer, unless a greater number is approved by the Tucson Department of Transportation City Engineer or designee.
• Shared pedestrian and motor vehicle circulation is provided.
• The motor vehicle
are common to all
on the
.
• All common or shared facilities are legally documented for use by all
on
for the life of the
as a
.
Mural (7A)
A piece of artwork painted on, or applied directly to the exterior walls.
(Am. Ord. 11328, 12/8/2015; Am. Ord. 11508, 12/5/2017)
Native Plant Preservation Plan
A graphic representation of a
that includes, but is not limited to, an aerial photograph, at a minimum scale of one inch equals 100 feet, indicating the
boundaries and individual native plants or native plant preservation areas to be assessed and utilized to satisfy preservation standards. Based on the Native Plant Preservation methodology selected by the applicant, additional Plan elements will be required.
Native Vegetation
Plants indigenous to the
and to areas
to the
.
Natural Grade
The topographic configuration of land, graphically represented by contour lines, prior to any
or other human disturbance.
Natural Open Space
Any area of land, essentially unimproved and not occupied by
or man-made impervious surfaces, except as permitted herein, that is set aside,
, or reserved in perpetuity for public or private enjoyment as a preservation or conservation area. A pedestrian or
may be located in a natural
.
(including alleys) and
are allowed to cross when the impact of the crossing on the natural
is minimized.
Natural Undisturbed Open Space
An area of land that is unimproved and not occupied by
or man-made impervious surfaces and includes environmentally significant features (as identified in the Environmental Resource
; Hillside Development
; and, Watercourse Amenities, Safety and Habitat
), culturally significant features (features eligible for National Register status as identified during the cultural resource assessment process), or designated floodplains (except where channelized).
Neighborhood Association
A neighborhood association registered with the
.
Neighborhood Character
The combination of various defining characteristics of
and existing
within a
that creates and conveys the historic significance and visual character of a neighborhood. These characteristics include scale and
, architectural style and detail,
, spatial relationships, and
.
Net Acreage
The remaining ground area after deleting all portions for proposed and existing public
within a
,
, or
.
Networked Electric Vehicle (EV) Station
An EV charging unit that is part of an EVSE network, connected via the internet, and that can provide functions such as billing, access control and real time updates while charging. Information can be accessed remotely, such as through a smart phone app.
Noise Control District-A (NCD-A)
A specifically designated noise exposure area at the Davis Monthan Air Force Base where the existing and predicted average noise levels are 65 to 70
.
Noise Control District-B (NCD-B)
A specifically designated noise exposure area at the Davis Monthan Air Force Base where the existing and predicted average noise levels are 70
or higher.
Noise Control District-65 (NCD-65)
As applied in Section 5.6,
Environs
(AEZ), a specifically designated noise exposure area at Tucson International
where the existing and predicted average noise levels are 65 to 70
.
Noise Control District-70 (NCD-70)
As applied in Section 5.6,
Environs
(AEZ), a specifically designated noise exposure area at Tucson International where the existing and predicted average noise levels are 70 or higher.
Nominal Cost
A cost that is very small, or negligible, bearing no relation to the real value at the time of transaction. Such cost should not exceed $500 or the minimal cost of transferring ownership, whichever is less.
Non-Chartered Financial Institution
A use, other than
or federally chartered bank, credit union, mortgage lender or savings and loan association, that offers deferred presentment services as defined in A.R.S. § 6-1251(3) or check cashing services and loans for payment of a percentage fee. Specifically included are check cashing businesses that charge a percentage fee for cashing a check or negotiable instrument, payday loan businesses that make loans upon assignment of wages received and auto title lenders who offer a short-term loan with a car title as a means to secure the loan.
Nonconforming Sign (7A)
A sign lawfully erected or altered in conformance with applicable regulations, including a sign lawfully existing in the county at the time of annexation, that no longer complies with the sign standards due to amendments to this sign code adopted subsequent to the approved permit for the sign or the annexation.
Nonconforming Structure or
A or portion thereof that was lawfully erected or altered or a
that was legally established that no longer complies with the specific
standards of the
applicable to the zoning category in which the
or or
is located.
Nonconforming Use
An existing
activity lawfully established and maintained which no longer complies with
standards of the
applicable to the zoning category in which the
activity is located.
Noncontributing Property
A
, object,
, or that does not add to a historic
’s sense of time, place, or historic
. A Noncontributing Property may be a nonhistoric incompatible property, a historic architecturally compromised property, or an
.
Non-motorized Recreational Trail
A publicly accessible, improved or natural path designed for pedestrians, equestrians, bicycles - including electric bicycles, if local regulations permit - and manual and electric wheelchairs.
Non-networked Electric Vehicle (EV) Station
A stand-alone EV charging unit that is not part of an EVSE network.
Nuisance
A condition or use on the property that endangers life or health, gives offense to the senses, or obstructs the reasonable and comfortable use of other property, or any combination of these effects.
(Am. Ord. 11508, 12/5/2017; Am. Ord. 11953, 8/23/2022)
Oasis Allowance
A certain percentage of the land area on a
in which plants not listed on the Arizona Department of Water Resource’s Low Water Use/Drought Tolerant Plant List may be used and that is located where the oasis will return maximum benefit in terms of cooling, aesthetic pleasure, and exposure to people.
Obsolete Sign Copy (7A)
Any sign copy, excluding heritage landmark signs (HLS), that no longer correctly identifies or directs attention to an existing use or product available on the premises.
Occupancy (7A)
The purpose for which a building or part thereof is used or intended to be used.
Off-Site Sign (7A)
A sign not located on the premises of the use identified or advertised by the sign.
Off-Street
To be within property boundaries and not within a
, such as a
or
.
Off-Street Parking
Any space provided for vehicular parking not within the
.
On-Site Sign (7A)
A sign located on the same premises as the use identified or advertised by the sign.
On-Street Parking
The storage space for an automobile or other motorized vehicle that is located within the
.
Opaque
Opaque means that the material shall not transmit visible light.
Open Space
Open space is the aggregate of “
(NUOS),” “
” and “
.”
Open Structure
Any that is open on the three sides nearest the
and that does not obscure lines of sight above 30 inches or below six feet, measured from
of pavement.
Outdoor Recreation Facility
An area designed for active recreation, whether publicly or privately owned, including, but not limited to baseball, soccer, football, golf, tennis, swimming pools, and race tracks of any sort.
(Am. Ord. 11508, 12/5/2017; Am. Ord. 11803, 12/8/2020)
Parapet (7A)
The portion of a wall that extends above the roofline.
Parcel
The same as “
.” The term “parcel” is generally listed to describe a piece of property recorded as a division of land by a metes and bounds description and may or may not be a part of a
. In a
where a division of land is proposed, each proposed division is considered a
for the purpose of applying the requirements of the zoning ordinance.
Parking Area
Same as
.
Parking Area
(s) (PAAL)
The area within a
serving as a or
, other than those in a
, that provides direct
from individual parking spaces. Typical examples include shopping center
, apartment
using common parking, and other places in which the primary or sole purpose is to provide access to a
, as opposed to providing access directly to property.
Parking Lane
An area set aside at the edge of a paved
for purposes of parking vehicles.
Parking Lot
Same as
.
Parking Lot Sign (7A)
A wall or freestanding sign used to identify a parking facility.
Parking Structure
A used for the parking of vehicles where parking is accommodated on one or more levels.
Party
As applicable to a public review process, means any of the following:
• Applicant;
• All owners of record of property within the property owners notification area specified by the applicable
process and any tenants residing on such property;
• The
, including applicable Ward offices; or,
• Any
, organization, group, or
entity which demonstrates to the hearing body a substantial interest in the matter before it or receives a particular and direct impact which is distinguishable from the effects or impacts upon the general public.
Party of Record
The applicant, all
who received notice of the application during a review process, all
who provided a written statement of an interest in the
prior to the issuance of a decision, and all
who gave testimony at a public hearing.
Passive Greenhouse
See Greenhouse, Passive.
Peak
A point of maximum elevation.
Peak Use Times
The period(s) during which activity at any given use is highest. Peak use times are determined on a daily, weekly, or seasonal basis depending on the type of use.
Pedestrian Circulation Path
An exterior way of passage that is designed for pedestrian use and which may include general pedestrian areas, such as
, plazas, and courts.
Pedestrian Distance
A measurable distance between supportive
(such as between residential uses and schools or residential uses and commercial uses) that encourage walking as part of a multi-modal strategy within a
.
Perimeter Yard
A
area to separate
from
property or
.
Permanent Sign (7A)
A sign that is not a portable or temporary sign.
Person
Any individual as well as any firm, corporation, partnership, company, or any other form of multiple organization for the carrying on of business.
Phased Development
For purposes of consideration and approval of
Plans, a Phased Development is a
that (a) consists of at least 40
depicted on a single master
for a residential
or (b) consists of at least 20
depicted on a single master
or
for a nonresidential
or (c) is the subject of a newly adopted Planned Area Development (PAD)
or (d) the Mayor and Council have identified as a phased
for purposes of
.
Phased Grading
For
purposes requires separate/additional
permits where the
is more than 35
. Phased
may be required for any size of
where the
determines, or the applicant proposes, that phasing is required due to design or safety-related issues for the
that may be related to public access or construction activity.
Pictograph (7A)
A graphic, symbolic representation of a commonly recognized idea or item, excluding words or phrases. Example: a picture of a camera used to identify a photographic supply store.
Plan Amendment
A proposed change(s) to a plan previously adopted by Mayor and Council.
Plans Review Subcommittee
The same as the Tucson-Pima County Historical Commission Plans Review Subcommittee.
Plant Community
A biological grouping of vegetation frequently found under natural conditions due to their common soils, moisture, climate, and orientation requirements.
Plant Inventory
A numerical listing and assessment of the plants on a
that includes plant genus and species, size, health, age, form or , and locational situation, such as soils and topography.
Plat
A map of a
. The term “plat” includes:
A. Block Plat
A map of a
that consists of ten or fewer
the size of which are in
with the applicable zoning requirements for
.
B. Tentative Plat
A graphic representation of a proposed
, including supporting data, designed and prepared in accordance with the
provisions of this Article, any other local applicable regulation, and
statute. A tentative plat is the same as a preliminary plat as defined in
statute.
C. Final Plat
A survey document suitable for recordation of all or part of a
substantially conforming to an approved tentative plat, if a tentative plat is required, prepared in accordance with the
provisions of this Article, any other local applicable regulation, and
statute.
D. Recorded Plat
A fully executed final plat, bearing all required signatures and certificates of approval, that has been recorded in the Pima County Recorder’s Office.
Pole Cover (7A)
A cover that encloses or decorates a pole or other structural sign support.
Political Election Sign (7A)
A sign not permanently installed in the ground or attached to a building relating to the election of a person to a public office, or to a political party, or to a matter to be voted upon at an election called by a public body. Does not include political headquarters signage.
Population Ratio
Population ratio is a formula used to derive a relationship between a population or
count within a
and the square footage, acreage or number of facilities such as parks, fire stations, and related facilities required in the
.
Portable Sign (7A)
A sign that is capable of being moved and not designed to be permanently attached to a building or permanently anchored to the ground that is constructed of paper, cloth, canvas, light fabric, cardboard, plywood, light plastic or other non-permanent similar materials.
Premise (7A)
A premise is all contiguous land used and occupied by a use or business. All buildings, parking, storage and service areas, and private roads or driveways that are an integral part of the use or business are considered part of the premise. Commercial shopping centers, office complexes, commercial or industrial subdivisions, or similar developments are a premise to the extent such lands are identified as a single site that may contain one or multiple development plans or packages.
Preservation-in-Place
No disturbance of one or more plants;
planning and design that retains existing plant genus and species in their current location, grade, and configuration and allows for their future health and growth.
Prevailing Setback
The most frequently occurring distances between
and
and interior
in a
.
Principal Use
The primary use to which the premises is devoted and the primary purpose for which the premises exist.
Private Road
A
not
to the public.
Private Street Access
to a
provided by an
private
in which the owner of the
has a legal interest to assure perpetual use for access.
Professional Inspection
The inspection required by this code to be performed by the civil engineer, soils engineer or engineering geologist. Such inspections include those performed by a
supervised by such engineers or geologists and shall be sufficient to form an opinion relating to the conduct of the work.
Project
A
, consisting of one or more
, planned and constructed to function as a single entity, utilizing common or shared facilities,
, parking, and vehicular and pedestrian access.
Project Completion Documentation
Documents associated with the completion of a
, and may include as-builts, substantial completion letters.
Project Site
In general application, the area of the
. A
may be any number of
, separated by no more than 600 feet, or it may be one
. As applicable in Section 5.6,
Environs
(AEZ), the land area designated for and managed as a single entity, exclusive of any public . The utilizes common facilities such as parking, , and vehicular and pedestrian access. Noncontiguous shall, at a minimum, be connected by pedestrian facilities.
Projecting Sign (7A)
A sign, other than a wall sign, attached to a building or other structure and extending in whole or in part more than twelve inches beyond the surface of the portion of the building to which it is attached, beyond the building, or over the public right-of-way.
Property Line
The
that defines the legal exterior limits of a
.
Property Owner’s Association
A legal entity established for the purpose of owning and maintaining commonly held private real property.
Proportion
The relationship between the width and height of a
’s front facade, windows, and doors.
Protected Development Right
As provided in A.R.S. §9-1201, a protected
right is the right to undertake and complete the
and use of property under the terms and conditions of a protected
right plan, without compliance with subsequent changes in zoning regulations and
standards, except as provided by A.R.S. §9-1204.
Protected Native Plants
Plant genus and species of a minimum size with special status per the Protected Native Plant List in Section 5-02.0.0 of the Technical Standards Manual.
Protected Peak
A peak identified by the Mayor and Council to be visually significant and important to the image and economy of the
. These
are shown on the Hillside Development
(HDZ) Maps.
Protected Peak Setback Area
The 300 foot distance, measured horizontally in all directions from a
.
Protected Ridge
A
identified to be visually significant and important to the image and economy of the
. These ridges are shown on the Hillside Development
(HDZ) Maps.
Protected Ridge Setback Area
The 300 foot distance, measured horizontally in all directions from the line of a
.
Protected Riparian Area
Restricted area as defined in Section X and includes overlapping floodplain and
areas.
Provider
Public Accommodation
All public places of entertainment, amusement, or recreation; all public places at which food or beverages are sold for consumption on the premises; all public places that are conducted for the lodging of transients or for the benefit, use, or accommodation of those seeking health or recreation; and all establishments that cater or offer their services, facilities, or goods to, or solicit patronage from, the members of the general public. Any residential house or residence in which less than five rooms are rented is not a place of public accommodation.
Public Area
The area within a publicly-owned property, such as, but not limited to,
or
, or the area within a
set aside for use by the general public, such as, but not limited to, the dining, waiting, or rest room areas in a restaurant.
Public Assembly
Any that is intended, designed, or used in whole or in part by the general public, for such purposes as, but not limited to, deliberation, worship, entertainment, education, amusement, drinking, or dining. For the purposes of this definition, the term general public does not include those
who are employed full or part time at the
; those
who, on a temporary basis, provide or deliver goods or services to the
; or any other
engaged in similar activities at the
.
Public Entrance
An entryway into a
intended for direct public access from a vehicle use area or
.
Public Open Space
owned by a public agency, such as the City of Tucson Department of Parks and Recreation, and maintained by it for the use and enjoyment of the general public.
Public Preserve
Saguaro National Park (Rincon Mountain District and Tucson Mountain District); Tucson Mountain Park; and Coronado National Forest.
Public Street Access
to a
provided by an
public
in which the owner of the
has a legal interest to assure perpetual use for access.
(Am. Ord. 11328, 12/8/2015; Am. Ord. 11508, 12/5/2017)
Radioactive Material
Any material (solid, liquid, or gas) that emits radiation spontaneously. For the purpose of this definition, radiation means ionizing radiation, i.e., gamma rays and X-rays, alpha and beta particles, high-speed electrons, neutrons, protons, and other nuclear particles.
Recreational Vehicle (R.V.)
A unit designed to provide travelers’ accommodations built into, as an integral part of, or attached to a self-propelled motor vehicle chassis or drawn by a motor vehicle. The unit contains permanently installed independent support systems that provide at least four of the following facilities: cooking, refrigerator or ice box, self-contained toilet, heating, air conditioning, a portable water supply system including a faucet and sink, a separate 110-125 volt electrical power supply, or an LP gas supply.
Recreational Vehicle (R.V.) Space
An area within an R.V. park for the placement of an R.V. unit, in addition to any exclusive use area
to the unit set aside for the occupants of the R.V., such as a patio or vehicular space.
Regional Park System
Park land and associated recreational facilities and
to
-owned land used for active and passive recreational purposes for public use.
Regional Park (System) Improvements
Capital
that result in a net expansion of the park land or recreational facilities in regional parks that are available to the public. Remodeling, replacement or maintenance of existing equipment or facilities shall not constitute a regional park system improvement.
Rental Unit
One or more rooms in a Travelers’ Accommodation, Lodging, facility designed for occupancy by one or more
for compensation.
Repair (7A)
To mend, renovate, or restore a sign structure to its original existing condition.
Resource Corridor
An area running approximately parallel to the sides and banks of designated washes defined and characterized by the location of
associated with the wash, plus an area of 150 feet from the edge of the
on each side of the wash.
Revegetation
Establishment of plants at a
similar to what exists under similar topographic and soil conditions.
Rezone
To change the zoning classification of land.
Rhythm
The ordered recurrent alternation of solids to voids in the facade and streetscape.
Ridge
When used in relation to natural terrain, a relatively narrow elevation that is prominent on account of the steep angle at which it rises; an elongated crest or series of crests, with or without
, significantly higher than the
ground.
Ridge Line
A ground line located at the highest elevation of the
running parallel to the long axis of the
.
Right-of-Way
An area reserved for a public or private use, such as, but not limited to,
or
and utility easements.
Riparian
Land
to or within washes and drainageways that is occupied by biotic communities differing in species composition and/or
from surrounding upland due to an increase in moisture and different soil conditions.
Roadway
The paved portion of a
, excluding curbs. On an unpaved
, the
is the area set aside for motor vehicle traffic.
Roof Signs (7A)
Signs that are erected upon, against, or directly above a roof, or on top of or directly above the parapet of a building.
(Am. Ord. 11508, 12/5/2017)
Salvageable/Transplantable Plant
A plant rated as viable that also has a good likelihood of surviving and adapting to a new location if dug up and replanted.
Scenic Route
Any route designated as a Scenic Route in the
.
Screen
An
barrier designed and constructed to
areas used for storage, refuse, mechanical equipment, parking, or delivery service loading
from
and public view or to buffer
.
Search Area
As applied to wireless communication standards, the limited area within a
where an
can be placed that will provide satisfactory communications service within that
.
Seriously Mentally Ill
One as defined in A.R.S. § 36-550. The determination is to be made by an individual qualified in the State of Arizona to make such evaluation.
Service Area
As applied to wireless communication standards, the geographical area where satisfactory communications service can be provided by the placement of a specific
.
Service Bay
A specific location on a
reserved for servicing a motor vehicle. Such location can be within an
or can be a designated area located outside a
.
Service Radius Distance
Service radius distance is a measurable distance that is measured from a public facility (such as a park, fire station, police station, school, and related facilities) outward toward
that fall within the facility’s
.
Service Units
Vehicle-miles of travel and equivalent
.
Setback
The distance from a set point and is frequently used interchangeably with the term “
.” Setbacks may also pertain to drainage-related or other setbacks.
Short-Term Bicycle Parking Facility
A facility which provides a stationary object to which the operator can lock the frame and both wheels with a user provided U-shaped lock or a cable and lock.
Sidewalk
A constructed
meeting, at a minimum, the specifications for construction listed in this code or the Technical Manual.
Sidewalk Area
That portion of a
between the curb line or the lateral line of a
and the
, whether identified on the ground as a pedestrian walkway or not.
Sign (7A)
Every advertising message, announcement, declaration, display, illustration, insignia, surface or space erected or maintained in a location outside any building and visible to the public for identification, advertising or promotion of the interest of any person, entity, product or service.
Sign Copy (7A)
Any words, letters, numbers, figures, designs, or other symbolic representations incorporated onto the face of a sign.
Site
The land area consisting of a portion of a
, an entire
, or
, not including
public property, designated for
as a single entity.
Site Area
The land area of a
.
Site Coverage
The area of an overall
, inclusive of individual
, covered by such
as
, storage areas, and
. See Section 6.4.3,
and
Coverage, for the types of included and not included in the coverage calculation.
coverage, instead of , is used when calculating coverage limits for Flexible Lot Developments.
Site Plan
A drawing of a
that provides detailed information that shows how a proposed
will be developed in compliance with
regulations and other applicable regulations as required by outside review agencies involved in
review.
Site Utilization
The spacing between the sides of
.
Slope
An inclined ground surface the inclination of which is expressed as a ratio of horizontal distance to vertical distance.
Slope Plan
A plan that demonstrates the feasibility of complying with the
standards and
and
standards, and further depicts the location, extent, and treatment of all
and
.
Solar Access
Access to sunlight to protect active or passive
from shadows blocking exposure to the sun during hours of high insolation, from 9:20 a.m. to 3:20 p.m. local time.
Solar Energy System
Either or some combination of (1) a design using natural and architectural features to cool or heat a or (2) a mechanical assembly that may include a solar collector, storage facility, and any other components needed to cool or heat a .
Specific Plan
A detailed policy plan or regulation that implements the
or any of the elements of that Plan.
include subregional, area, and neighborhood plans; the
; the
; and any other similar plan.
Specified Anatomical Areas
Either the less than completely and opaquely covered human genitals, pubic region, buttock, anus, or female breasts below a point immediately above the top of the areola; or human male genitals in a discernibly turgid state, even if completely and opaquely covered.
Specified Sexual Activities
Include the following:
• Human genitals in a state of sexual stimulation or arousal;
• Acts of human masturbation, sexual intercourse, or sodomy; or,
• Fondling or other erotic touching of human genitals, pubic region, buttocks, anus, or female breasts.
Square Foot
The area of a square with sides of one foot in length.
Stacking Space
An area designed to accommodate vehicles waiting in line to receive a service.
Standards
Design principles, criteria, and specifications that describe the manner in which
and related
are accomplished in order to obtain
approval.
State
Same as the State of Arizona.
Status Offender
A youth of juvenile court age who is under the jurisdiction of a court for offenses that are unlawful for children but not unlawful for adults. It is the status of childhood that allows children to be status offenders.
Street
Any permanent public or private
, other than an
,
, or
, set aside to accommodate vehicular ,
, bike lanes, pedestrian facilities, utility areas, and other such design features, whether designated as a
, drive, highway, thoroughfare, road, boulevard, avenue, lane, or place.
Street Landscape Border
An area along the
of a
containing
, screening, and
, the purpose of which is to enhance the visual appearance of the streetscape.
Street Lot Line
The
bounding a
.
Street Perimeter Line
Same as
.
Street Yard
The yard between a
and a
.
Strip Easement
A utility easement running parallel with, and
, a
.
Structure
A physical element constructed or erected with a fixed location on the ground or attached to another physical element having a fixed location at, below, or above grade. Structures include such elements as, but are not limited to,
, paved areas, walls, fences, posts, and patios.
Structure Height
The vertical dimension of a measured from a specified point on the ground. For information on applying a height standards, refer to Section 6.4.4, Height.
Stub Streets
Dead-end
that are planned to be continued along the same alignment in a future
.
Subdivider
A
or other legal entity that files an application and initiates proceedings for the
of land in accordance with the provisions of this Article or any other local applicable ordinance or
statute, except that an individual serving as agent for such a
or other legal entity is not a subdivider. When applicable, the developer may be required to assume responsibility of the subdivider.
Subdivision
Any division of land, improved or unimproved, for the purpose of financing, sales, or lease, whether immediate or future, in one of four ways:
A. Any property whose boundaries are not fixed by a recorded which is divided into four or more
, , or
of land;
B. Any property that requires the
of a new
, which is divided into two or more
, , or
of land;
C. Any property whose boundaries are fixed by a recorded , which is divided into more than two parts; or
D. Any
, cooperative, community apartment, townhouse, or similar
containing four or more
, in which an undivided interest in the land is coupled with the right of exclusive occupancy of any unit located thereon, but
of such
need not show the
or the manner in which the
or airspace above the property shown on the
are to be divided.
Subdivision Improvements
include all
for the specific
, common areas, and
and other
needed for the individual
created by the .
also include the recording of full legal entitlements necessary for the functioning of the
such as easements, dedications or other binding legal documents.
on newly platted
are generally not considered part of the assurable
, unless determined by special conditions of the
.
(Am. Ord. 11200, 9/23/2014; Am. Ord. 11508, 12/5/2017; Am. Ord. 11803, 12/8/2020)
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