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Section 18.45. KENNELS AND CATTERIES.

a. INTENT. The Board of Supervisors has enacted new provisions for the implementation of County Ordinance No. 630 (Regulating the Keeping and Control of Dogs and Cats and Providing for the Control and Suppression of Rabies). County Ordinance No. 630 provides development standards for kennels and catteries proposed within the unincorporated areas of Riverside County. In adopting this Section the Board of Supervisors has enacted provisions which permit, or conditionally permit, kennels and catteries in various agricultural, industrial, residential, rural and open space zone classifications. The kennels and catteries are subject to development standards and requirements, based on the requirements of County Ordinance No. 630 and protection of the public health, safety and welfare.

b. PERMITTED ZONING. Kennels and catteries shall be permitted in the following zones:

(1) A Class I Kennel (5 to 10 dogs) is permitted in the following zones provided a plot plan has been approved under the provisions of Section 18.30 of this ordinance: R-1, R-1A, R-2, R-2A, R-3, R-3A, R-R, R-R-O, R-A, R-T-R, A-1, A-P, A-2, A-D, C/V, W-2, R-D, N-A, and W-2-M.

(2) A Class II Kennel (11 to 25 dogs) or a cattery (10 to 25 cats) is permitted in the following zones provided a plot plan has been approved under the provisions of Section 18.30 of this ordinance: R-R, R-R-O, R-A, R-T-R, A-1, A-P, A-2, A-D, W-2, R-D, N-A, and W-2-M.

(3) A Class I (5 to 10 dogs) or Class II Kennel (11 to 25 dogs) or a cattery (10 to 25 cats) is permitted in the following zones provided a plot plan has been approved under the provisions of Section 18.30 of this ordinance: M-SC, M-M, and M-H.

(4) A Class III Kennel (26 to 40 dogs) or a cattery (26 to 40 cats) is permitted in the following zones provided a plot plan has been approved under the provisions of Section 18.30 of this ordinance: R-R, R-R-O, M-SC, M-M, M-H, A-1, and A-2..

(5) A Class IV Kennel (41 or more dogs) or a sentry dog kennel or a cattery (41 or more cats) is permitted in the following zones provided a conditional use permit has been approved under the provisions of Section 18.28 of this ordinance: R-R, R-R-O, M-SC, M-M, M-H, A-1, and A-2..

Amended Effective:
11-08-94 (Ord. 348.3629)
02-12-99 (Ord. 348.3857)
04-14-00 (Ord. 348.3928)

c. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS.

(1) RESIDENCY: In those zones permitting Class I Kennels, such kennels may be placed upon parcels containing detached single family dwelling units. All Class II Kennels and all catteries shall include a single family dwelling to be used by a live-in caretaker, as required by the Riverside County standards for kennels and catteries. Notwithstanding any provision within this ordinance to the contrary, no parcel with a kennel or cattery shall contain more than the maximum number of detached single family dwelling units permitted by the existing zoning on the property. Multi-family dwelling units and attached single family dwelling units shall not be permitted in conjunction with kennels or catteries, provided, however, that a guest dwelling or second unit shall be permitted in accordance with current County ordinances.

(2) MINIMUM LOT SIZE: The minimum lot size for a kennel or cattery in an agricultural, residential, rural or open space zone is one acre (gross). There is no minimum lot size for a kennel or cattery in an industrial zone other than what is required by the existing zoning on the property.

(3) LICENSE: The applicant shall obtain and continuously maintain all necessary licenses from the Riverside County Health Department.

(4) COUNTY ORDINANCE NO. 630: All kennels and catteries are subject to the provisions of County Ordinance No. 630.

d. APPLICATIONS: Every application for a kennel or cattery shall be made in writing to the Planning Director on forms provided by the Planning Department and shall be accompanied by the filing fee set forth in County Ordinance No. 671. The permit application shall include the following information:

(1) Name and address of the applicant and all persons that own any part of the subject property, including evidence that all owners agree to the application.

(2) Location or address and legal description of subject property.

(3) A plot plan, drawn to scale, that shows the following:

a) Boundary and dimensions of property.

b) Topography for the property.

c) Location and distance to adjacent streets, drainage structures, utilities, buildings, signs, and other features that may affect the use of the property. Features mapped shall include, but not be limited to, such improvements as patios, swimming pools, and corrals.

d) Location and setbacks showing the proposed and existing development on the property. Features such as kennels, exercise runs, areas open to the general public and noise control measures shall be shown.

(4) Such additional information as shall be required by the Planning Director.

e. PROCESSING OF APPLICATION. Upon acceptance of an application as complete, the Planning Director shall transmit a copy of the application to the members of the land development committee, the Animal Control Services Section of the County Health Department, and such additional public and private agencies as the Planning Director deems appropriate.

f. HEARING AND NOTICE OF DECISION.

(1) Not less than 30 days after an application is received as complete, the Planning Director shall schedule the time and date on which the Director's decision on the application is to be made. Not less than ten days prior to the date on which the decision is to be made, the Planning Director shall give notice of the proposed use by mail or delivery to all owners shown on the last equalized assessment roll and any updates as owning real property within a 300 foot radius of the exterior boundaries of the proposed project. Notice of the proposed use shall also be given by publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the County. The notice shall include the statement that no public hearing will be held unless a hearing is requested in writing before the date scheduled for the decision to be made. No public hearing on the application shall be held before a decision is made unless a hearing is requested in writing by the applicant or other affected person, or unless the Planing Director determines that a public hearing should be required. The Planning Director shall give notice of the decision to the applicant and to any other person who requests notice of the decision. The decision of the Planning Director shall be considered final unless within ten days of the date of mailing of the notice of decision to the applicant an appeal therefrom is filed.

(2) If a public hearing is required under the provisions of this subsection , notice of the time, date, and place of the hearing before the Planning Director, and a general description of the location of the real property, shall be given at least ten days prior to the hearing as follows:

a) Mailing or delivering to the owner of the subject real property or the owner's duly authorized agent.

b) Mailing or delivering to all owners of real property which is located within a 300 foot radius of the exterior boundaries of the subject property, as such owners are shown on the last equalized assessment roll and any updates.

c) The Planning Director may require additional notice be given in any other matter the Director deems necessary or desirable.

(3) If a public hearing is required, the Director shall hear relevant testimony from interested persons and make a decision within a reasonable time after the close of the public hearing. The Planning Director shall give notice of the decision to the applicant, and the decision of the Planning Director shall be considered final unless within ten days of the date of mailing of the notice of decision to the applicant an appeal therefrom is filed.

g. APPEAL. The applicant or any interested person may appeal from the decision of the Planning Director by the same procedures provided for appeal under Section 18.30 of this ordinance.

Amended Effective:
04-04-87 (Ord. 348.2669)
02-12-99 (Ord. 348.3857)
04-14-00 (Ord. 348.3928)

Section 18.46. MINI-WAREHOUSES.

a. Intent. The Board of Supervisors has enacted the following provisions to provide minimum development standards for mini-warehouses in the incorporated areas of Riverside County. These standards are designed to provide for the appropriate development of mini-warehouses and to protect the health, safety and welfare of County residents using such facilities or who live or conduct business adjacent to such facilities.

b. Permitted Zoning. Mini-warehouses shall be allowed in the following zones:

(1) C-1/C-P Zone with an approved conditional use permit.

(2) I-P, M-SC, M-M, and M-H Zones with an approved plot plan.

c. Permitted Uses. Mini-warehouse facilities shall be designed and operated for the storage of goods in individual compartments or rooms, which are available for use by the general public on a rental or lease basis. In no case shall storage spaces be used for manufacturing, retail or wholesale selling, compounding, office functions, other business or service uses, or human habitation.

d. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS

(1) Individual storage spaces within a mini-warehouse shall have a maximum gross floor area of 500 square feet.

(2) Walls. A six foot high decorative masonry wall combined with an earthen berm or landscaping to provide an eight foot high screen shall be provided around the entire mini-warehouse land use, unless otherwise approved by the hearing body. The rear and sides of mini-warehouse buildings may be used in place of portions of the required wall where no individual storage units are accessible from the building sides. The exterior side of all perimeter masonry walls and building sides (if used in place of portions of the walls), shall be coated with a protective coating that will facilitate the removal of graffiti.

(3) Surface Covering. All surfaces shall be color coated in coordinating colors as approved by the hearing body.

(4) Roofing. Roofing materials shall be compatible with area development.

(5) Lighting.

a) All lighting shall be indirect, hooded, and positioned so as not to reflect onto adjoining property or public streets.

b) All mini-warehouse complexes in the Mt. Palomar Special Lighting Area shall comply with the lighting policies established for that are.

c) Lighting fixtures may be installed in each individual storage space, provided that the fixtures shall not include or be adaptable to provide electrical service outlets.

(6) Gates. All gates shall be decorative wrought iron, chain link, other metal type, or wood. All metal type or wood gates must be painted in a color which coordinates with the rest of the mini-warehouse development. All gates shall be subject to review and approval by the County Fire Department and Sheriff's Department to assure adequate emergency access.

(7) Parking. Parking shall be provided in accordance with the requirements set forth in Section 18.12 of this ordinance.

(8) Landscaping. All street setbacks and walls serving as buffers between the mini-warehouse use and residentially zoned property shall be landscaped. This landscaping shall include shrubs, trees, vines, or a combination thereof which act to soften the visual effect of the walls. This landscaping shall be in addition to and coordinated with the landscaping required for parking areas under Section 18.12 of this ordinance.

(9) Setbacks.

a) No building, structure or wall shall be located closer than 20 feet from any street right-of-way.

b) No building shall be located closer than 20 feet from any residential zoned property. Walls shall be located so as to provide a buffer between the residential zone and the mini-warehouse zone.

c) All open areas, including interior setbacks, may be used for driveways, parking, outdoor storage or landscaping.

(10) Caretaker's Residence. One caretaker's residence may be included within the site plan for a mini-warehouse land use. Where a caretaker's residence is proposed, a minimum of two parking spaces shall be provided for the caretaker's residence in addition to those required for the mini-warehouse land use by Section 18.12 of this ordinance.

(11) Prohibited Materials. The following materials shall not be stored in mini-warehouses:

a) Flammable or explosive matter or material.

b) Matter or material which creates obnoxious dust, odor, or fumes.

c) Hazardous or extremely hazardous waste, as defined by applicable provisions of the Hazardous Waste Control Law (Health and Safety Code Section 25100, et seq.)

(12) Prohibited Facilities.

a) No water, sanitary facilities, or electricity, with the exception of lighting fixtures, shall be provided in individual storage spaces.

b) Prefabricated shipping containers shall not be used as mini-warehouse facilities.

(13) Additional Development Requirements.

Additional development standards may be required as conditions of approval.

Added Effective:
05-31-88 (Ord. 348.2856)

Section 18.47 RECYCLING FACILITIES.

a. INTENT. The Board of Supervisors has enacted the following provisions to provide minimum development standards for recycling facilities in the unincorporated areas of Riverside County. These standards are designed to provide appropriate development of recycling facilities pursuant to the 1986 California Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act (Public Resources Code Section 14500 et.seq.).

b. PERMITTED ZONING

(1) State certified reverse vending machines and mobile recycling units shall be permitted in any in any commercial or industrial zone, provided that the use is located within a convenience zone designated by the State of California Department of Conservation.

(2) Recycling collection facilities shall be permitted in the following zones:

a) C-1/C-P and C-P-S Zones with an approved plot plan pursuant to Section 18.30 of this ordinance, and provided the facility operates within an enclosed building with not more than 200 square feet of outside storage.

b) I-P Zone with an approved plot plan pursuant to Section 18.30 of this ordinance provided the facility operates totally within an enclosed building with no outside storage.

c) C-R, M-SC, M-M and M-H Zones with an approved plot plan pursuant to Section 18.30 of this ordinance.

(3) Recycling processing facilities shall be permitted in the following zones:

a) M-SC, M-M, and M-H Zones with an approved conditional use permit pursuant to Section 18.28 of this ordinance.

b. I-P Zone with an approved conditional use permit pursuant to Section 18.28 of this ordinance, provided the facility operates totally within an enclosed building with no outside storage.

c. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS

(1) Reverse Vending Machines

a) Location. Reverse vending machines shall be established in conjunction with supermarkets or other commercial or industrial uses which are subject to approved plot plans or conditional use permits, and shall be located within 30 feet of the entrance to the commercial or industrial structure, without obstructing pedestrian or vehicular traffic, or occupying parking spaces required by the primary use.

b) Parking. No additional parking spaces for access or use shall be required.

c) Size. Reverse vending machines shall occupy no more than 50 square feet of floor area per machine, and shall be no more than eight feet in height.

d) Design. Reverse vending machines shall be constructed and maintained with durable waterproof and rustproof material, and shall be clearly marked to identify material to be deposited, operating instructions, and the identity and the telephone number of the operator or responsible person to contact in the event of machine malfunction or if the machine is inoperative.

e) Signs. Signs shall have maximum surface area of four square feet.

f) Maintenance. Units shall be maintained in a clean litter free condition, and shall be sufficiently illuminated to ensure safe operations at all times.

g) Operating Hours. Such facilities shall have operating hours at least the same as the primary use.

(2) Mobile Recycling Units

a) Mobile recycling units shall be established in conjunction with supermarkets or other commercial or industrial uses which are subject to approved plot plans or conditional use permits.

b) Mobile recycling units shall be no larger than 500 square feet and occupy no more than five parking spaces not including space needed for material removal or transfer.

c) Such facilities shall accept only glass, metals, plastics, papers and such other non-hazardous materials suitable for recycling.

d) Parking. No additional parking spaces for customer use at facilities located at established parking lots of a primary use, shall be required. Mobile recycling units shall have an area which is clearly marked to prohibit other vehicular parking during times when the mobile unit is scheduled to be present.

e) Setbacks.

(1). Units shall be set back at least ten feet from any street line and shall not obstruct pedestrian or vehicular traffic.

(2). The storage, operation, and concealment of materials shall conform to the setback and development standards of the zone in which the project is located.

(3). Containers for 24-hour material donation shall be at least 30 feet from any residentially zoned property unless superseded by an acoustic barrier approved by the Planning Director.

f) Storage.

(1). Storage containers shall be securable and constructed of waterproof and rustproof materials.

(2). Storage of recyclable materials outside of containers or mobile unit when an attendant is not present is prohibited.

(3). Containers shall be clearly marked to indicate the type of material for acceptable for collection. The facility shall identify the operator and hours of operation.

g) Maintenance facilities shall be maintained in a safe and litter free condition.

h) Hours of Operation. Attended facilities located within 100 feet of any residentially zoned property shall operate only between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

i) Signs.

(1). All on-site signs shall comply with the provisions of Section 19.4 of this ordinance.

(2). Directional signs may be installed, as approved, if necessary to facilitate traffic circulation.

(3). A sign shall be affixed to the facility prohibiting the deposit of hazardous or toxic materials after hours or at any time an attendant is not present.

j) Noise. The facility shall not exceed noise levels of 60 dBA as measured at the exterior property line of residentially zoned property. In no event shall the noise level exceed 70 dBA.

k) Landscaping. Facilities shall be located so as not to affect the landscaping required for any concurrent land use.

l) Additional Development Requirements. Additional development standards may be required as conditions of approval.

(3) Recycling Collection Facilities

a) In the I-P Zone collection facilities shall operate totally within an enclosed building. Outside storage shall not be permitted.

b) Landscaping and Setbacks.

(1). In the C-1/C-P and C-P-S Zones, the collection facility area shall at least be enclosed by an opaque block wall or solid wood fence at least six feet in height and landscaped on all street frontages.

(2). Collection facilities shall be setback at least 150 feet from property zoned or designated for residential use pursuant to the Riverside County General Plan.

(3). In the I-P, M-SC, M-M, and M-H Zones, collection facilities shall comply with the setback, landscape, and structural requirements of the zone in which the project is located.

(4). Containers provided for after hours donation shall be set back at least 50 feet from any property zoned or occupied for residential use, and shall be constructed of sturdy and durable containers that have the capacity to accommodate donated materials.

c) Storage of Materials.

(1). All exterior storage of materials shall be in sturdy weather and rustproof containers which are covered, baled, or palletized; and which are secured and maintained in good condition.

(2). Storage for flammable materials shall be in nonflammable containers.

(3). Storage for the recycling of oil shall be in containers approved by the County Health Department.

d) Parking. Parking shall be provided for six vehicles or the anticipated peak customer demand load, whichever is greater. One additional parking space for each commercial vehicle operated by the facility shall be provided.

e) Noise. The facility shall not exceed noise levels of 60 dBA as measured at the exterior property line of residentially zoned property. In no event shall the noise level exceed 70 dBA.

f) Hours of Operation. If the facility is located within 500 feet of property zoned or designated for residential use subsequent to the Riverside County General Plan, it shall not operate between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.

g) Signs. All on-site signs shall be in conformance with the standards set forth in Section 19.4 of this ordinance, and shall clearly identify the responsible operating parties and their telephone numbers.

h) Power-driven Machinery. The use of power-driven machinery shall be limited to State approved reverse ending machines. In addition:

(1). Machinery which is necessary for the temporary storage, efficient transfer, or securing of recyclable materials may be permitted with the approval of a plot plan.

(2). In the I-P, M-SC, M-M, and M-H Zones power-driven machinery which is used to briquette, shred, transform, and otherwise process recyclable materials may be approved with a conditional use permit.

i) Additional Development Requirements. Additional development standards may be required as conditions of approval.

(4) Recycling Processing Facilities

a) In the I-P Zone, the processing facility shall operate totally within in an enclosed building with no outside storage, and shall be located at least 150 feet from property zoned or designated for residential use pursuant to the Riverside County General Plan. Outside storage shall not be permitted.

b) In the M-SC, M-M, and M-H Zones, setbacks, landscaping and structural requirements shall comply with the development standards of the underlying zone.

c) Storage of Materials.

1). All outside storage of materials shall be in sturdy weather and rustproof containers which are covered, baled, or palletized; and which are secured and maintained in good condition.

2). Storage for flammable materials shall be in nonflammable containers.

3). Storage for the recycling of oil shall be in containers approved by the County Health Department.

4). Storage of recyclable materials outside of containers or mobile/recycling unit when attendant is not present is prohibited.

5). Containers shall be clearly marked to indicate the type of material accepted for collection.

d) Parking. Parking shall be provided on site for the peak load circulation and parking of customers. If the facility is to service the public, parking spaces shall be provided for a minimum of ten customers, or the peak customer demand load whichever is greater.

e) Noise. The facility shall not exceed noise levels of 60 dBA as measured at the exterior property line of residentially zoned property. In no event shall the noise level exceed 70 dBA.

f) Hours of Operation. The facility shall identify the operator and the hours of operation. If the facility is located within 500 feet of property zoned or planned for residential use pursuant to the Riverside County General Plan, it shall not operate between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.

g) Signs. All on-site signs shall be in conformance with the standards set forth in Section 19.4 of this ordinance, and shall clearly identify the responsible operating parties and their telephone numbers.

h) The site shall be maintained in a safe and litter free condition on a daily basis.

i) Additional Development Requirements. Additional development standards may be required as conditions of approval.

Added Effective:
07-11-89 (Ord. 348.3047)

Section 18.48. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE SALES.

a. INTENT. The Board of Supervisors has enacted the following provisions to provide minimum development standards for alcoholic beverage sales in the unincorporated areas of Riverside County. These standards are designed to provide for the appropriate development of alcoholic beverage sales and to protect the health, safety and welfare of County residents by furthering awareness of laws relative to drinking.

b. PERMITTED ZONING.

(1) The sale of alcoholic beverages for off-premises consumption shall only be allowed in the following zones provided a conditional use permit has been approved pursuant to Section 18.28 of this ordinance: R-R, C-1/C-P, C-P-S and C-R.

Amended Effective:
11-08-94 (Ord. 348.3629)

(2) The sale of alcoholic beverages for off-premises consumption shall only be allowed in the following zone provided a plot plan has been approved pursuant to Section 18.30 of this ordinance: A-1 and C/V.

Added Effective:
11-08-94 (Ord. 348.3629)
07-23-99 (Ord. 348.3881)

c. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS.

(1) A conditional use permit shall be required for the concurrent sale of motor vehicle fuels and beer and wine for off-premises consumption.

(2) A conditional use permit shall be required for the sale of alcoholic beverages for off-premises consumption in all zoning classifications, excluding C/V, where such zoning would permit the sale with plot plan approval or conditional use permit approval, however, that the provisions of subsection b.1. shall not apply to a retail commercial establishment which (1) contains at least 20,000 square feet of interior floor space and is primarily engaged in the sale of groceries and (2) does not sell motor vehicle fuels.

Amended Effective:
11-08-94 (Ord. 348.3629)

(3) Such facilities shall not be situated in such a manner that vehicle traffic from the facility may reasonably be believed to be a potential hazard to a school, church, public park or playground.

Amended Effective:
03-03-98 (Ord. 348.3808)

(4) Notice of hearing shall be given to all owners of property within 1,000 feet of the subject facility, to any elementary school or secondary school district within whose boundaries the facility is located and to any public entity operating a public park or playground within 1,000 feet of the subject facility. The Planning Director may require that additional notice be given, in a manner the Director deems necessary or desirable, to other persons or public entities.

(5) The following additional development standards shall apply to the concurrent sale of motor vehicle fuels and beer and wine for off-premises consumption:

a) Only beer and wine may be sold.

b) The owner of each location and the management at each location shall educate the public regarding driving under the influence of intoxicating beverages, minimum age for purchase and consumption of alcoholic beverages, driving with open containers and the penalty associated with violation of these laws. In addition, the owner and management shall provide health warnings about the consumption of alcoholic beverages. This educational requirement may be met by posting prominent signs, decals or brochures at points of purchase. In addition, the owner and management shall provide adequate training for all employees at the location as to these matters.

c) No displays of beer, wine or other alcoholic beverages shall be located within five feet of any building entrance or checkout counter.

d) Cold beer or wine shall be sold from, or displayed in, the main, permanently affixed electrical coolers only.

e) No beer, wine or other alcoholic beverages advertising shall be located on gasoline islands; and no lighted advertising for beer, wine, or other alcoholic beverages shall be located on the exterior of buildings or within window areas.

f) Employees selling beer and wine between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m. shall be at least 21 years of age.

g) No sale of alcoholic beverages shall be made from a drive-in window.

d. ADDITIONAL DEVELOPMENT REQUIREMENTS.

Additional development standards may be required as conditions of approval.

Amended Effective:
11-13-90 (Ord. 348.3217)
10-01-91 (Ord. 348.3380)
01-19-93 (Ord. 348.3489)
04-13-93 (Ord. 348.3503)
11-08-94 (Ord. 348.3629)
07-04-96 (Ord. 348.3773)
07-18-96 (Ord. 348.3775)
03-03-98 (Ord. 348.3808)
02-12-99 (Ord. 348.3857)

Section 18.49 FENCES.

a. INTENT. The Board of Supervisors has enacted the following provision to provide minimum development standards for the construction of fences within the unincorporated areas of Riverside County. These standards are designed to enhance the aesthetic appearance of the community, preserve property values and protect the health, safety and welfare of County residents.

b. PROHIBITED FENCES. Fences shall not be constructed of garage doors, tires, pallets or other materials not typically used for the construction of fences.

Amended Effective:
11-24-00 (Ord. 348.3961)

Section 18.50 METAL SHIPPING CONTAINERS.

a. INTENT. The Board of Supervisors has enacted the following provisions to establish minimum development standards for the placement of metal shipping containers within the unincorporated areas of Riverside County. These standards are designed to enhance the aesthetic appearance of the community, preserve property values and protect the public health, safety and welfare.

b. PERMITTED ZONING AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS. Placement of metal shipping containers shall be subject to the following limitations:

(1) Metal shipping containers shall not be allowed as a principal use in any zone.

(2) Metal shipping containers shall be allowed in all zones on a temporary basis when utilized during construction or grading operations for the site where located and when utilized solely for the storage of supplies and equipment that are used for construction or grading on that site.

(3) In commercial and industrial zones, placement of metal shipping containers as an accessory use is permitted provided a plot plan has been approved pursuant to the provisions of Section 18.30 of this ordinance or the placement has been approved as part of an approved plot plan, conditional use permit or public use permit.

(4) In all zones, other than commercial and industrial zones, placement of metal shipping containers is allowed as an accessory use subject to the following development standards:

A. The minimum lot size shall be five acres.

B. No more than one metal shipping container shall be permitted on any parcel.

C. The setback from all property lines shall be a minimum of fifty feet.

D. Placement shall be to the rear of the main building on the rear half of the property.

E. The metal shipping container shall be fully screened by an opaque fence or fast-growing landscaping. Fencing may not be provided by any type of chain link fencing.

F. The metal shipping container shall be painted a neutral color.

c. EXCEPTION. The provisions of this section shall not apply in the A-P, A-2, or A-D zones and the placement of metal shipping containers shall be permitted in those zones.

Added Effective:
03-27-2008 (Ord. 348.4481)

ARTICLE XIX

ADVERTISING REGULATIONS

Section 19.1. PURPOSE AND INTENT. Because Riverside County is a large, diverse and rapidly expanding jurisdiction, the Board of Supervisors finds that proper sign control is necessary for aesthetic and safety reasons. More specifically, proper sign control is necessary to provide for the preservation and protection of open space and scenic areas, the many natural and man-made resources, and the established rural communities within Riverside County. Proper sign control also safeguards the life, health, property and public welfare of Riverside County residents by providing the means to adequately identify businesses and other sign users, by prohibiting, regulating and controlling the design, location and maintenance of signs, and by providing for the removal and limitation of sign use. It is the intent of this ordinance to provide for such control. All displays and signs described herein shall conform to the applicable provisions of this article. If any specific zoning classification within this ordinance shall impose more stringent requirements than are set forth within this article, the more stringent provisions shall prevail.

Section 19.2. DEFINITIONS. For purposes of this ordinance, the following words or phrases shall have the following definitions.

a. "ABANDONED" means either:

(1) Any outdoor advertising display that is allowed to continue for more than one year without a poster, bill, printing, painting, or other form of advertisement or message; or

(2) Any outdoor advertising display that does not appear on the inventory required by Section 19.3.b.12.; or

(3) Any on-site advertising structure or sign that is allowed to continue for more than 90 days without a poster, bill, printing, painting, or other form of advertising or message for the purposes set forth in Section 19.2.m. hereof.

b. Repealed.

Amended Effective:
07-23-99 (Ord. 348.3881)

c. "EDGE OF A RIGHT-OF-WAY" means a measurement from the edge of a right-of-way horizontally along a line normal or perpendicular to the centerline of the freeway or highway.

d. Repealed.

Amended Effective:
07-23-99 (Ord. 348.3881)

e. "FREE STANDING SIGN" means any sign which is supported by one or more columns or uprights imbedded in the ground, and which is not attached to any building or structure.

f. "FREEWAY" means a divided arterial highway for through traffic with full control of access and with grade separations at intersection s.

g. "HIGHWAY" means roads, streets, boulevards, lanes, courts, places, commons, trails, ways or other rights-of-way or easements used for or laid out and intended for the public passage of vehicles or persons.

h. "ILLEGAL OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAY" means any of the following:

(1) An outdoor advertising structure or outdoor advertising sign erected without first complying with all applicable county ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of its construction, erection or use.

(2) An outdoor advertising structure or outdoor advertising sign that was legally erected but whose use has ceased, or the structure upon which the advertising display is placed has been abandoned by its owner, and not maintained or used for a period of not less than one year.

(3) An outdoor advertising structure or outdoor advertising sign that was legally erected which later became nonconforming as a result of the adoption of an ordinance; the amortization period for the display provided by the ordinance rendering the display nonconforming has expired; and conformance has not been accomplished.

(4) An outdoor advertising structure or outdoor advertising sign which does not comply with this Article, the Outdoor Advertising Display Permit referenced in Section 19.3.a. hereof, the State Outdoor Advertising Permit referenced in Section 19.3.b.(4) hereof or any related building permit.

(5) An outdoor advertising structure or outdoor advertising sign which is a danger to the public or is unsafe.

i. "ILLEGAL ON-SITE ADVERTISING STRUCTURE OR SIGN" means any of the following.

(1) An on-site advertising structure or sign erected without first complying with all applicable County ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of its construction, erection or use.

(2) An on-site advertising structure or sign that was legally erected, but whose use has ceased, or the structure upon which the advertising display is placed has been abandoned by its owner, and not maintained or used to identify or advertise an ongoing business for a period of not less than 90 days.

(3) An on-site advertising structure or sign that was legally erected which later became nonconforming as a result of the adoption of an ordinance; the amortization period for the display provided by the ordinance rendering the display nonconforming has expired; and conformance has not been accomplished.

j. "MAXIMUM HEIGHT" means the highest point of the structure or sign measured from the average natural ground level at the base of the supporting structure. Provided, however, within the boundaries of the R-VC Zone (Rubidoux-Village Commercial), maximum height shall mean the height measured from the average adjacent finish grade (excluding artificial berms and raised planters) to the uppermost portion of the border of the surface area of the sign, except that:

(1) Structural supports and non-sign architectural features may project above the maximum height limit to the limits prescribed in the applicable zoning ordinances and

(2) Signs affixed to the building may be placed at any height as long as the sign conforms to the other regulations of this ordinance.

k. "NON-COMMERCIAL STRUCTURE OR SIGN" means any structure, housing, sign, device, figure, statuary, painting, display, message, placard or other contrivance, which is designed, constructed, created, engineered, intended or used to provide data or information that does not do any of the following:

(1) Advertise a product or service for profit or for a business purpose;

(2) Propose a commercial transaction; or

(3) Relate solely to economic interests.

l. "ON-SITE ADVERTISING STRUCTURE OR SIGN" means any structure, housing, sign, device, figure, statuary, painting, display, message placard, or other contrivance, or any part thereof, which is designed, constructed, created, engineered, intended, or used to advertise, or to provide data or information that does either of the following:

(1) Designates, identifies, or indicates the name of the business of the owner or occupant of the premises upon which the structure or sign is located.

(2) Advertises the business conducted, services available or rendered, or the goods produced, sold, or available for sale, upon the premises where the structure or sign is located.

m. "OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAY" means an outdoor advertising structure or outdoor advertising sign used for outdoor advertising purposes, not including on-site advertising signs as herein defined and directional sign structures as provided in Riverside County Ordinance No. 679. An outdoor advertising display may be commonly known or referred to as an "off-site" or an Aoff-premises" billboard.

Amended:
07-23-99 (Ord. 348.3881)

n. "OUTDOOR ADVERTISING SIGN" means any card, cloth, paper, metal, painted, plastic or wooden sign of any character placed for outdoor advertising purposes and affixed to an outdoor advertising display or structure.

Amended:
07-23-99 (Ord. 348.3881)

o. "OUTDOOR ADVERTISING STRUCTURE" means a structure of any kind or character erected, used or maintained for outdoor advertising purposes, upon which any poster, bill, printing, painting or other advertisement of any kind whatsoever may be placed, including statuary, for outdoor advertising purposes. Such structure shall be constructed or erected upon a permanent foundation or shall be attached to a structure having a permanent foundation.

p. "SCENIC HIGHWAY" means any officially designated state or county scenic highway as defined in Streets and Highway Code Section s 154 and 261 et seq.

q. "SHOPPING CENTER" means a parcel of land not less than three acres in size, on which there exists four or more separate business uses that have mutual parking facilities.

r. Repealed.

Amended Effective:
07-23-99 (Ord. 348.3881)

s. "SIGNIFICANT RESOURCES" means any County, State or Federal site which has significant or potentially significant social, cultural, historical, archaeological, recreational or scenic resources, or which plays or potentially could play a significant role in promoting tourism. For the purposes of this article, the term significant resources shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

(1) Riverside National Cemetery. A strip, 660 feet in width, measured from the edge of the right-of-way line on both sides of I-215 from the intersection of Van Buren Boulevard southerly to Nance Road, and on both sides of Van Buren Boulevard from the intersection of I-215 westerly to Wood Road.

(2) Scenic Highways.

(3) A corridor 500 feet in width adjacent to both sides of all highways within three-tenths (3/10) of a mile of any Regional, State or Federal park or recreation area.

(4) A corridor 500 feet in width adjacent to both sides of State Highway 74 (State Route 74) extending from its intersection with Interstate 15 to its intersection with Winchester Road (State Route 79), and from there easterly to the city limits of the City of Hemet, on both sides of the road.

(5) A corridor 500 feet in width adjacent to both sides of I-15 from the Riverside/ San Diego County line northerly to the city limits of the City of Temecula.

(6) A corridor 500 feet in width adjacent to both sides of Grand Avenue from the city limits of the City of Lake Elsinore, just northerly of Bonnie Lea Drive, to Clinton Keith Road, and adjacent to both sides of Clinton Keith Road from Interstate 15 to the city limits of the City of Murrieta.

(7) A corridor 550 feet in width, measured from the edge of the right-of-way line adjacent to both sides of Interstate 15, extending from its intersection with state Highway 60 southerly to the city limits of the City of Norco.

Amended Effective:
07-23-99 (Ord. 348.3881)
11-31-00 (Ord. 348.3964)
02-23-04 (Ord. 348.4110)

t. Repealed.

Amended Effective:
07-23-99 (Ord. 348.3881)

Section 19.3. OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAYS. No person shall erect, use or maintain an outdoor advertising display in the unincorporated area of the County, except in accordance with the following provisions. The changing of an advertising message or customary maintenance of a legally existing outdoor advertising display shall not require a permit pursuant to this Section .

a. PERMIT PROCEDURE.

(1) Application. In addition to all other applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations and ordinances, no outdoor advertising display shall be placed, erected, used or maintained until an Outdoor Advertising Display Permit therefor has been issued by the County Planning Director, on the form provided by the County Planning Department accompanied by the filing fee set forth in Ordinance No. 671. The application shall consist of ten copies of a plot plan drawn to scale, containing the name, address or telephone number of the applicant, a copy of the current valid State Outdoor Advertising Permit referenced in Section 19.3.b.(4) hereof and a general description of the property upon which the outdoor advertising display is proposed to be placed. The plot plan shall show the precise location, type, and size of the proposed outdoor advertising display, all property lines, zoning, and the dimensions, location of and distance to the nearest advertising displays, building, business districts, significant resources as defined by Section 19.2.s. of this ordinance, public and private roads, and other rights-of-way, building setback lines, and specifically planned future road right-of-way lines, and any and all other information required by the Planning Director such that the proposed display may be readily ascertained, identified, and evaluated.

(2) Issuance/Denial. The Planning Director shall, within forty-five (45) days of the filing of a complete permit application, approve and issue the Outdoor Advertising Display permit if the standards and requirements of this ordinance have been met; otherwise, the permit shall be denied. Judicial review of a decision denying the permit shall be made by a petition for writ of administrative mandamus filed in the Riverside County Superior Court, in accordance with the procedure set forth in California Code of Civil Procedure, Section 1094.8..

Amended:
07-23-99 (Ord. 348.3881)
11-24-00 (Ord. 348.3961)

(3) Assuming the Planning Director issues an Outdoor Advertising Display Permit, no person shall place, erect, use, maintain, alter, repair or relocate an outdoor advertising display or connect an outdoor advertising display to a power supply without first obtaining a building permit from the Department of Building and Safety.

(4) Revocation. Any Outdoor Advertising Display Permit which has been issued as a result of a material misrepresentation of fact by the applicant or his agent, whether or not a criminal prosecution is initiated therefor, or which does not comply with this Article, the State Outdoor Advertising Permit referenced in Section 19.3.b.(4) hereof or any related building permit may be revoked by the Planning Director. The Planning Director shall forthwith give written notice of revocation to the applicant. Unless the permittee files with the Planning Department a written request for a hearing within 10 days of the date the notice was mailed, the Planning Director's decision to revoke will be considered final. Failure to timely file a written request for a hearing constitutes a waiver of the right to a hearing. Notice of the hearing shall be given by mail to the permittee. The timely filing of a written notice to appeal shall stay the revocation until such time as the Planning Director issues their decision to grant or deny the appeal. Within 30 days after notice is given, or if a hearing is requested, within 30 days from the date of mailing the Planning Director's decision to deny the appeal, any outdoor advertising display authorized by the Outdoor Advertising Display Permit shall be removed at the permittee's expense. Failure to remove the display within 30 days shall be deemed a separate violation of this ordinance.

b. STANDARDS.

(1) General Plan. Outdoor advertising displays shall be consistent with the Riverside County Comprehensive General Plan.

(2) Zoning. Outdoor advertising displays are permitted only in the C-1/C-P, M-SC, M-M and M-H Zones provided that the display meets all of the other requirements of the zoning classification and this Article. Outdoor advertising displays are expressly prohibited in all other zones.

(3) Height. The maximum height of an outdoor advertising display shall not exceed a height of 25 feet from the roadbed of the adjacent freeway or highway to which the display is oriented, or a maximum height of 25 feet from the grade on which it is constructed, whichever is greater.

(4) Setbacks. No outdoor advertising display shall be erected within an established setback or building line, or within road right-of-way lines or future road right-of-way lines as shown on any Specific Plan of Highways. A minimum setback from the property line of one foot shall be required. No person shall place, erect, use or maintain any outdoor advertising display located within 660 feet from the edge of the right of way of, and the copy which is visible from, any primary highway without first obtaining a valid State Outdoor Advertising Permit.

(5) Poles. A maximum of two steel poles are allowed for support of an outdoor advertising display.

(6) Roof Mounts. No outdoor advertising display shall be affixed on or over the roof of any building and no display shall be affixed to the wall of a building so that it projects above the parapet of the building. For the purposes of this Section , a mansard style roof shall be considered a parapet.

(7) Number of Displays. No more than one proposed outdoor advertising display per application shall be permitted.

(8) Number of Display Faces. No more than two display faces per outdoor advertising display shall be permitted. Only single face, back-to-back and V-type displays shall be allowed provided that they are on the same outdoor advertising structure and provided that the V-type displays have a separation between display faces of not more than 25 feet.

Amended Effective:
11-24-00 (Ord. 348.3961)

(9) Display Face Size. No outdoor advertising display shall have a total surface area of more than 300 square feet.

(10) Display Movement. No outdoor advertising display shall move or rotate, to display any moving and/or rotating parts. No propellers, flags, or other noise creating devices, and no architectural embellishments which utilize mechanical or natural forces for motion, shall be permitted. Use of daylight reflective materials or electronic message boards using flashing, intermittent or moving light or lights is prohibited, provided, however, that electronic message boards displaying only time and/or temperature for periods of not less than 30 seconds is permitted.

(11) Mobile Displays. No person shall place, use, maintain, or otherwise allow a mobile vehicle, trailer, or other advertising display not permanently affixed to the ground, as defined in Section 19.2.m. of this ordinance, to be used as an outdoor advertising display.

Amended Effective:
11-24-00 (Ord. 348.3961)

(12) Display Inventory. In order to evaluate and assess outdoor advertising displays within the unincorporated area of Riverside County, within 180 days of the effective date of this ordinance and on each fifth anniversary after the effective date of this ordinance, and upon notice, each display company with outdoor advertising displays within the unincorporated area of the County shall submit to the County Department of Building and Safety, a current Inventory of the outdoor advertising displays they currently own and/or maintain within the unincorporated area of the County. Failure to submit a current or accurate inventory shall be deemed to be a separate violation of this ordinance.

(13) Lighting and Illumination of Displays. An outdoor advertising display may be illuminated, unless otherwise specified, provided that the displays are so constructed that no light bulb, tube, filament, or similar source of illumination is visible beyond the display face. Displays making use of lights to convey the effect of movement or flashing, intermittent, or variable intensity shall not be permitted. Displays shall use the most advanced methods to insure the most energy efficient methods of display illumination. Within the Palomar Observatory Special Lighting Area, all displays shall comply with the requirements of County Ordinance No. 655.

(14) Spacing. No outdoor advertising display shall be located within 500 feet in any direction from any other outdoor advertising display on the same side of the highway; provided, however, that if in a particular zone a different interval shall be stated, the spacing interval of the particular zone shall prevail. No outdoor advertising display shall be erected within the boundary of any significant resource as defined in Section 19.2.s. of this ordinance. No outdoor advertising display shall be located within 150 feet of property for which the zoning does not allow advertising displays; provided, however, that an outdoor advertising display may be placed within 150 feet of property for which zoning does not allow displays, if at the time an application for an Outdoor Advertising Display Permit is applied for, there is no existing residential structure or an approved building permit for a residential structure within 150 feet of the location of the proposed outdoor advertising display.

(15) Identification. No person shall place, erect, use or maintain an outdoor advertising display and no outdoor advertising display shall be placed, erected, used or maintained anywhere within the unincorporated area of the County unless there is securely fastened thereto and on the front display face thereof, the name of the outdoor advertising display owner in such a manner that the name is visible from the highway. Any display placed, erected, or maintained without this identification shall be deemed to be placed, erected, and maintained in violation of this Section .

c. ENFORCEMENT. Wherever the officials responsible for the enforcement of administration of the County Land Use Ordinance No. 348 or their designated agents, have cause to suspect a violation of this article, or whenever necessary to investigate either an application for the granting, modification, or any action to suspend or revoke an outdoor advertising display permit, or whenever necessary to investigate a possible violation, such persons may lawfully gain access to the appropriate parcel of land upon which a violation is believed to exist. The following provisions shall apply to the violations of this article:

(1) All violations of this article committed by any person, whether as agent, employee, officer, principal, or otherwise, shall be a misdemeanor.

(2) Every person who knowingly provides false information on an outdoor advertising display permit application shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

(3) Every person who fails to stop work on an outdoor advertising display, when so ordered by the Director of the Building and Safety Department or the Planning Director, or their designees shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

(4) Every person who, having received notice to appear in court to answer a related charge, willfully fails to appear, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

(5) A misdemeanor may be prosecuted by the County in the name of the People of the State of California, or may be redressed by civil action. Each violation is punishable by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars (1,000.00), or by imprisonment in the County jail for a term of not more than six months, or by both fine and imprisonment.

(6) Every person found guilty of a violation shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for every day during a portion of which the violation is committed, continued, or permitted by such person.

(7) Every illegal outdoor advertising display and every abandoned outdoor advertising display is hereby declared to be a public nuisance and shall be subject to abatement by repair, rehabilitation, or removal in accordance with the procedures contained in Section 3. of County Ordinance No. 457.

d. NONCONFORMING SIGNS. Every outdoor advertising display which does not conform to this ordinance shall be deemed to be a nonconforming sign and shall be removed or altered in accordance with this ordinance as follows:

(1) Any outdoor advertising display which was lawfully in existence prior to the effective date of the enactment of County Ordinance No. 348.2496 (July 16, 1985) shall be abated or brought into conformance with these provisions by July 17, 1990.

(2) Any outdoor advertising display which was lawfully in existence prior to the effective date of the enactment of County Ordinance No. 348.2856 (June 30, 1988) but after the effective date of the enactment of County Ordinance No. 348.2496 (July 16, 1985) shall be abated or brought into conformance with these provisions by July 1, 1993.

(3) Any outdoor advertising display which was lawfully in existence prior to the effective date of Ordinance No. 348.2989 but after the effective date of the enactment of County Ordinance No. 348.2856 (June 30, 1988) shall be abated or brought into conformance with these provisions within eleven years of the effective date of County Ordinance No. 348.2989 (June 20, 1989).

(4) If Federal or State law requires the County to pay just compensation for the removal of any such lawfully erected but nonconforming outdoor advertising display, it may remain in place until just compensation as defined in the Eminent Domain Law (Title 7, of Part 3 of the Code of Civil Procedure) is paid.

e. ILLEGAL AND ABANDONED SIGNS. All illegal outdoor advertising displays and all abandoned outdoor advertising displays shall be removed or brought into conformance with this ordinance immediately. County Ordinance No. 725 applies to all illegal outdoor advertising displays and abandoned outdoor advertising displays. In enforcing Ordinance No. 725 as it relates to illegal outdoor advertising displays and abandoned outdoor advertising displays the Notice required to be given to owner of the property shall also be given to (h) the owner of the sign, if the identification plate required by Business and Professions Code Section s 5362 and 5363 is affixed and (ii) the advertiser, if any, identified on the sign provided the address of the advertiser can reasonably be determined.

Section 19.4. ON-SITE ADVERTISING STRUCTURES AND SIGNS.

No person shall erect an on-site advertising structure or sign in the unincorporated area of the County that is in violation of the provisions contained within any specific zoning classification in this ordinance or that is in violation of the following provisions.

a. FREE-STANDING SIGNS.

(1) Located within 660 feet of the nearest edge of a freeway right of way line.

a) The maximum height of a sign shall not exceed 45 feet.

b) The maximum surface area of a sign shall not exceed 150 square feet.

(2) Shopping Centers - All Locations.
Notwithstanding the provisions of sub-paragraphs 1 and 2, an alternate standard for free standing on-site advertising signs for shopping centers is established as follows:

a) The maximum surface area of a sign shall not exceed 50 square feet or .25 percent (1/4 of 1 percent) of the total existing building floor area in a shopping center, whichever is greater, except that in any event, no sign shall exceed 200 square feet in surface area.

b) The maximum height of a sign shall not exceed 20 feet.

(3) All Other Locations.

a) The maximum height of a sign shall not exceed 20 feet.

b) The maximum surface area of a sign shall not exceed 50 square feet.

(4) Number of Free-standing Signs - All Locations. Not more than one free-standing sign shall be permitted on a parcel of land, except that if a shopping center has frontage on two or more streets, the shopping center shall be permitted two free-standing signs, provided that the two signs are not located on the same street; are at least 100 feet apart and the second sign does not exceed 100 square feet in surface area and 20 feet in height.

b. SIGNS AFFIXED TO BUILDINGS - ALL AREAS.

(1) No on-site advertising sign shall be affixed on, above or over the roof of any building, and no on-site advertising sign shall be affixed to the wall of a building so that it projects above the parapet of the building. For the purposes of this Section , a mansard style roof shall be considered a parapet.

(2) The maximum surface area of signs affixed to a building shall be as follows:

a) Front wall of building - The surface area of the sign shall not exceed ten percent of the surface area of the front face of the building.

b) Side walls of a building - The surface area of the sign shall not exceed ten percent of the surface area of the side face of the building.

c) Rear wall of a building - The surface area of the sign shall not exceed five percent of the surface area of the rear face of the building.

c. ON-SITE SUBDIVISION SIGNS shall be subject to the following minimum standards:

(1) No sign shall exceed 100 feet in surface area.

(2) No sign shall be within 100 feet of any existing residence that is outside of the subdivision boundaries.

(3) No more than two such signs shall be permitted for each subdivision.

(4) No sign shall be artificially lighted.

d. ON-SITE IDENTIFICATION SIGNS. On-site identification signs affixed to the surface of walls, windows, and doors of permanent structures, which do not exceed four inches in letter height and do not exceed four square feet in area are permitted in addition to any other sign permitted in this ordinance.

e. ON-SITE SIGNAGE ALONG SCENIC CORRIDORS DESIGNATED WITHIN THE EASTERN COACHELLA VALLEY AND WESTERN COACHELLA VALLEY COMMUNITY PLANS.

(1) The provisions of subsection s a, b, c, and d of Section 19.4 of this ordinance shall apply to areas within the boundaries of the adopted Eastern Coachella Valley Plan (ECVP) and Western Coachella Valley Plan (WCVP), with the following exceptions:

a) In areas adjacent to scenic corridors as designated by the ECVP or WCVP, if a business chooses to advertise with a sign affixed to its primary building in lieu of a free-standing sign, then the maximum surface area of the sign affixed to the building shall not exceed the following:

1. Front wall of building - ten percent of the surface area of the front face of the building.

2. Side walls of building - ten percent of the surface area of the side face of the building.

3. Rear wall of building - ten percent of the surface area of the rear face of the building.

b) MONUMENT SIGNS - For monument signs as defined within the policies of the ECVP or WCVP, along highway or freeway scenic corridors:

1. For a single business or tenant advertised, maximum surface area shall not exceed 150 square feet, and overall height shall not exceed 10 feet.

2. For multiple businesses or tenants advertised, maximum surface area shall not exceed 200 square feet, and overall height shall not exceed 12 feet.

c) SHEATHED-SUPPORT SIGNS - For sheathed-support signs as defined within the policies of the ECVP or WCVP, along freeway scenic corridors:

(1) For locations within 330 feet of the nearest edge of a freeway right-of-way line:

a. For a single business or tenant advertised, maximum surface area shall not exceed 150 square feet, and overall height shall be equal to that of the use advertised, up to a maximum of 25 feet.

b. For multiple businesses or tenants advertised, maximum surface area shall not exceed 200 square feet, and overall height shall be equal to that of the use advertised, up to a maximum of 25 feet.

(2) For locations within 660 feet of the terminus of a freeway exit or the origination of a freeway entrance:

a. For a single business or tenant advertised, maximum surface area shall not exceed 150 square feet, and overall height shall not exceed 35 feet.

b. For multiple businesses or tenants advertised, maximum surface area shall not exceed 200 square feet, and overall height shall not exceed 35 feet.

c. Neither a single-business sheathed-support sign nor a multiple-business sheathed-support sign shall be erected along a highway scenic corridor.

d) The minimum spacing between free-standing signs located within 330 feet of the nearest edge of a freeway right-of-way line shall be that distance necessary so as not to adversely obscure the visibility of adjacent free-standing on-site advertising signs.

e) For the purposes of Article XIX, any sign which would otherwise meet the definition of "ON-SITE ADVERTISING STRUCTURE AND SIGNS" in Section 19.2.e of this ordinance shall also be deemed to meet this definition if the sign advertises the business conducted, services available or rendered, or the goods produced, sold or available for sale on an adjacent parcel cooperatively on a joint sign, provided that the business on that adjacent parcel utilizes no other freestanding on-site advertising sign located on its parcel, and that a plot plan is submitted and approved for the parcel containing the sign.

Added Effective:
05-06-99 (Ord. 348.3868)

Section 19.5. Repealed.

Amended Effective:
07-23-99 (Ord. 348.3881)

Section 19.6 Repealed.

Amended Effective:
10-15-98 (Ord. 348.3842)

Amended Effective:
07-23-99 (Ord. 348.3881)

Section 19.7. NON-COMMERCIAL STRUCTURES OR SIGNS. Anywhere a display, structure or sign is permitted by this ordinance, a non-commercial message may be placed on such display, structure or sign.

Amended Effective:
07-23-99 (Ord. 348.3881)

Section 19.8 RUBIDOUX VILLAGE POLICY AREA SIGNS.

General provisions for advertising signs within the Rubidoux Village Policy Area of the Jurupa Community Plan. No person shall erect an on-site advertising structure or sign in the Designated Rubidoux Village Policy Area of the Jurupa Community Plan zoned as Rubidoux Village-Commercial (R-VC) that is in violation of the provisions contained within any specific zone classification in this ordinance or that is in violation of the following provisions.

a. COMMERCIAL SIGNS.

(1) All signs must be mounted on freestanding ground-mounted supports, supported from elements in the landscape such as arbors and arcades, or anchored to the building either with surface mounts, or suspended from walls or ceilings. No roof mounted structures are permitted. Standard pole mounted signs are not permitted.

(2) Illuminated signs may be used within the Rubidoux-Village Commercial Zone of the Rubidoux Village Policy Area boundaries of the Jurupa Community Plan. Illuminated signs are permitted under the following criteria:

a) Internal illumination for text, background or both.

b) External illumination that does not spill over onto adjacent property or over public rights of way so as to cause a nuisance or a hazard.

c) Neon type signs in which the sign text and/or graphic design is made up on fluorescent tubes.

d) All conduits and raceways must be concealed unless appropriate to the architectural design of the sign and its support structure.

(3) Murals and Artwork as Signage. Murals and other works of art intended to serve as signage to identify, locate or list the goods and/or services provided must comply with the standards of this ordinance.

(4) Projecting signs, cantilevered or supported from a building wall or other structural support may be double sided; however, only one side will be counted in calculating allowable sign area.

(5) Landmark Identification. These identifying elements of building architecture or of the landscape are unique features in the urbanscape of the public street. Landmarks are significant only in relation to their unique identity and limited use:

a) Landmark identification is intended to announce a special place and may not be used for product or service advertising.

b) Where architectural or landscape landmarks are created on private property, signage may be affixed or suspended.

c) When permitted signage is affixed to a landmark structure, the sign must remain below the eave, cornice, or parapet cap of the structure and in no case may it project over or above the roof plane. In this circumstance, the height limit is determined by the approved height of the landmark structure. Exception: When the landmark structure is higher than an adjoining roof, a permitted sign may project over the lower roof.

d) A landmark architectural element may be used as a double or triple sided sign support and will count only as a single sign.

(6) It is required that primary and secondary identification signs, whether free-standing or attached to the building, be designed as a thematically appropriate and compatible component of the building design or of the landscape architecture. Materials, details and colors must be compatible with and appropriate in terms of the overall design of the building's architecture.

(7) Copy is limited to the name of the business, a logo or logotype, and standard subtext associated with the name of the business of the logo/logotype and limited to a simple recitation of the general goods or services is not permitted.

(8) Posters and other temporary signage may not be permanently affixed to any exterior portion of the buildings or the landscape.

(9) Notwithstanding the requirements of the underlying zoning ordinances for the zone classifications, free-standing signs may be placed in setback areas.

(10) Commercial buildings shall display at least one street address sign visible from the adjoining streets with numerals/letters a minimum of our inches high.

(11) No standard signs such as franchise, major brand or corporate signs, which have not been modified or specifically designed to meet the requirements of this ordinance shall be permitted.

b. SHOPPING CENTER SIGNS. A shopping center is defined as a minimum six acre development under single ownership or development control having as anchor tenant(s) a major retail user(s).

(1) Primary Identification Signs. These are used as the primary identification of the entire shopping center. These signs must be located so as to be read from either Mission Boulevard, Rubidoux Boulevard and/or Riverview Drive. The total number of signs is limited to one per site.

a) Free-standing: Limited in area to 120 square feet or a maximum of .25 percent (1/4 of 1 percent) of the approved building area not to exceed 200 square feet and not to exceed 20 feet in height.

b) Building mounted: Limited to 120 square feet in area.

(2) Secondary Identification Signs: These signs serve the same purpose as the primary signs except that they may be located along local streets and alleys. The total number of signs per site is limited to one per street frontage for each local street faced by the building.

a) Free-standing: Limited to 40 square feet in area and may not exceed 12 feet in height.

b) Building mounted: Limited to 40 square feet in area.

c. LARGE PROJECT IDENTIFICATION SIGNS. To be regarded as a large project, a project must meet the following criteria: The parcel or combination of parcels must be a minimum of 20,000 square feet; gross tenant space must be a minimum of 12,000 square feet and there must be a minimum of five lease/tenant spaces.

(1) Primary Identification. These are used as the primary identification of an entire project or complex of buildings. These signs must be located so as to be read from either Mission Boulevard, Rubidoux Boulevard and/or Riverview Drive. The total number of signs per site is limited to one per street frontage.

a) Free-standing: Limited to 120 square feet in area and may not exceed 16 feet in height.

b) Building mounted: Limited to 80 square feet in area.

(2) Secondary Identification: The regulations for shopping center secondary identification signage apply.

d. SMALL PROJECT IDENTIFICATION SIGNS.

(1) Primary Identification. These area used as the primary identification of an entire project or complex of buildings. These signs must be located so as to be read from either Mission Boulevard, Rubidoux Boulevard and/or Riverview Drive. The total number of signs per site is limited to one per street frontage.

a) Free-standing: Limited to 80 square feet in area and may not exceed 16 feet in height.

b) Building mounted. Limited to 80 square feet in area.

(2) Secondary Identification. The regulations for shopping center secondary identification signage apply.

e. SINGLE TENANT BUILDINGS AND MAJOR TENANT IDENTIFICATION SIGNS. Copy is limited to the name of the business, the business owners, the logo or logotype, and a standard subtext associated with the name of the business or the logo/logotype. The total number of signs per site is limited to one per frontage for each local street or alley faced by the building or project. However, one additional sign is permitted per frontage facing an enclosed court not visible from a public street.

(1) Free-standing: Limited to 40 square feet in area and may not exceed 12 feet in height.

(2) Building mounted: Limited to 40 square feet in area.

f. MINOR TENANTS IDENTIFICATION SIGNS. Copy is limited to the name of the business, the business owners, the logo or logotype, and a standard subtext associated with the name of the business or the logo/logotype.

(1) Free-standing or building mounted: Limited to ten square feet in area.

(2) Number of signs: Limited to one. Except: corner suites and spaces may have one additional sign to be displayed on the alternate frontage, and one additional sign is permitted per frontage facing an enclosed court not visible from a public street.

(3) Tenant spaces set back under loggias or similar architectural features that serve as pedestrian ways may use one additional sing either on the exterior face of the building (or suspended perpendicular to the building) or under the loggia either building mounted or suspended.

g. DOOR AND WINDOW TENANT IDENTIFICATION SIGNS. For individual office and small shape identification: These signs are permitted in addition to all other permitted sign under this Section and are mounted or installed on windows and doors visible to passers by.

(1) Business name identification: Limited to two square feet in area.

(2) Addresses and suite numbers: Limited to one square foot in area.

(3) If installed immediately adjacent to the primary entry, this sign may be mounted on the building.

h. SPECIAL PURPOSE SIGNS.

(1) Locator Boards and Tenant Directories. Kiosks and free-standing slab type directories are considered architectural features and must comply with the provisions of this Section and the development standards of the zone classification for the property. Building mounted sign boxes or slab type directories need only meet the provisions of this Section .

a) Signs are limited to 12 square feet per face.

b) Signs shall be designed as a component part of the building design or of the landscape architecture. Materials, details and colors must be compatible with an appropriate in terms of the overall design of the complex.

(2) Flagpoles, Banners and Flags. Banners and flags are permitted as follows:

a) The manner of suspension or support must be compatible with the architectural character of the buildings or the landscape theme.

b) No single flag or banner shall exceed 64 square feet nor shall the length exceed 15 feet.

c) Flag poles are not permitted to exceed 70 feet in height.

d) The copy or message on the flag/banner may be any permitted under the provisions of subsection g: Door and Window Tenant Identification Signs.

e) Banners suspended between buildings must be secured per State Uniform Building Code requirements and adequately secured against wind and gravity loads.

f) Flags and banners are to be permanent features of the project. No temporary flags or banners are permitted.

(3) Special Event and Sale Signage: Special event and sale signage is intended to be temporary, mobile and of short duration.

a) The signs may be window mounted or painted for no more than three weeks prior to and during the event; thereafter, the sign must be removed within three working days.

b) These signs may be mounted on kiosks, slabs or wall-mounted announcement boards.

c) Temporary free-standing signs created specifically to announce an event or a sale are limited to eight square feet in area and may be double sided.

(4) Public Facilities Identification and Directional Signs: Special signs for bathrooms. wheelchair access, elevators, telephones, etc. are limited to two square feet; providing, however, that nothing in this ordinance is to be construed to contravene the dictates of Federal or State legislation with regard to signage for the handicapped.

(5) Directional Signs for Access and Loading. These directional and instructional signs are limited to four square feet per sign and must be located so that those requiring the directions can easily find them.

(6) Court Name Signs:

a) Limited to 20 square feet per sign.

b) Limited to one sign for each point of access from public right-of-ways.

i. FUTURE FACILITIES SIGNS. These signs are intended to announce the impending development of a facility. They may be free-standing or building mounted.

(1) Maximum Size: 32 square feet in a four foot by eight foot panel.

(2) Refer to the "Rubidoux Village Design Workbook" for the design, color and font specifications for the header and footer bands.

a) Copy is limited to the name of the future facility, logo/logotype, the subtext description of the project, the developer(s), lender, architect, landscape architect and/or engineer and major tenants, the proposed time of opening and a contact name and telephone number to pre-leasing information.

b) Maximum Height: ten feet.

c) When smaller signs are utilized, the required header and footer bands must be proportionately sized and incorporated.

j. PROJECT CONSTRUCTION SIGNS.

(1) Maximum Size: 32 square feet in a four foot by eight foot panel.

(2) Refer to the "Rubidoux Village Design Workbook" for the design, color and font specifications for the header and footer bands.

a) Copy is limited to the name of the future facility, logo/logotype, the subtext description of the project, the developer(s), the general contractor, the lender, the architect, landscape and/or engineer and major tenants, the proposed time of opening and a contact name and telephone number to pre-leasing information.

b) Maximum Height: ten feet.

c) When smaller signs are utilized, the required header and footer bands must be proportionately sized and incorporated.

k. SIGN MATERIALS. Signs may be constructed of the following materials:

(1). Neon. Neon tube lighting, particularly that of an artistic nature, reflecting the new technology and shaping methods of the medium.. Restricted to the Rubidoux-Village Commercial area only.

(2). Wood. Laser carved, sand blasted and built-up wooden signs, particularly those hanging from wall or ceiling brackets and receiving spotlight illumination.

(3). Metal, Brass, Copper, Gold Plate and Brushed Metal Signs. Either plaques or individual letters.

(4). Wood Letters. Wood letters and numbers may be used in locations that are sheltered from the weather.

(5). Painting Signs. Hand painted signs on walls, wood or other backing material, mounted or free-standing.

(6). Plastic, Acrylic and Other Synthetic Materials. Plastic sign bands used in connection with a larger sign board or glazed sign box.

(7). Concrete. Concrete may be used as a primary sign material and may be either natural or tinted in color. Any surface treatment consistent with the design of the project and the "Rubidoux Village Design Workbook" may be used. When used as a base or structural support material, the design and finish treatment must be consistent with the overall design statement of the project's architecture.

(8). Banner and Flag Material. Banners and flags must be of all-weather fabric treated to withstand both water and solar exposure. Treated canvas, sail cloth and woven nylon are acceptable examples. Samples of the materials must accompany the sign permit application.

l. PROCESSING PROCEDURE

(1) For applications within the Rubidoux Village Policy Area of the Jurupa Community Plan, approval of the design and location of said sign shall be obtained from the County Economic Development Agency before the application will be accepted for processing by the County Planning Department.

(2) No outdoor advertising sign(s) and/or structure(s) shall be placed or erected until an application has been approved by the County Economic Development Agency, and a permit issued by the County Planning Director on the form provided by the County Planning Department accompanied by the filing fee set forth in Ordinance No. 671 and meeting the requirements of Section 18.30 of this ordinance.

(3) Said application shall consist of five copies of a plot plan drawn to scale, containing the name, address or telephone number of he applicant, and a general description of the property and/or structure upon which the outdoor advertising sign(s) and/or structure(s) are proposed to be placed.

(4) The plot plan shall show the precise location, type, and size of the proposed outdoor advertising sign(s) and/or structure(s), all property lines, zoning, and the dimension, location of and distance to the nearest building, public and private roads, and other rights-of-way, building setback lines, and specifically planned future road right-of-way lines, and any and all other information required in such a manner that the proposed sign(s) and/or structure(s) may be readily ascertained, identified, and evaluated.

m. APPROVALS AND MODIFICATIONS. The design of all signs for specific projects must accompany the application for plot plan review, conditional use permit or building permit, depending on the nature and size of the proposed project.

(1) Modification. Where a modification is requested that does not exceed a ten percent deviation from the standards contained in this Section , the Planning Director with the consent of the Executive Director of the Redevelopment Agency shall review and approve the request with or without conditions. There shall be a ten day appeal period from the Planning Director's decision which shall then be heard before the Planning Commission within 45 days of the date of appeal.

(2) Amendment to the Rubidoux Village Policy Area Sign Program. Any amendment to the "Rubidoux Village Design Workbook" requiring the sign program shall be reflected in Section 19.8 of this ordinance.

(3) A specific plan or large project that seeks to adopt its own sign program may do so. The proposed specific plan project must be compatible with an clearly related to the regulations of this ordinance and specific findings must be so made.

Added Effective:
11-28-97 (Ord. 348.3804)

Amended Effective:
10-15-98 (Ord. 348.3842)
05-06-99 (Ord. 348.3857)

Section 19.9 RELOCATED OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAYS.

Nothing in this Article shall prevent Riverside County from entering into a billboard relocation agreement under the following circumstances with an outdoor advertising display owner and/or with the owner of the land on which that display is constructed or erected.

a. The billboard relocation agreement concerns an already-existing outdoor advertising display that is being relocated on the same underlying parcel of land because the original location of the display is within an existing or contemplated public right-of-way. A display may be relocated to a portion of the underlying parcel that is zoned so as to prohibit outdoor advertising displays if the already-existing display is located in a zone that prohibits such displays. A display may also be relocated to a portion of the underlying parcel that is within the boundaries of a significant resource as defined in this Article if the already-existing display is located within the boundaries of a significant resource.

b. The already-existing outdoor advertising display either complies with all applicable Riverside County ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of the relocation, or is a legal nonconforming outdoor advertising display in the sense that it complied with all the applicable Riverside County ordinances and regulations in effect at the time of its construction or erection.

c. Except as explicitly provided otherwise in this Section 19.9, the relocated outdoor advertising display shall be subject to the permit procedures and standards described in this Article.

Amended Effective:
08-28-03 (Ord. 348.4110)

ARTICLE XIXa

TEMPORARY EVENTS

Section 19.51. INTENT. The Board of Supervisors has enacted the following provisions to regulate and control, in a content neutral manner, temporary events that are conducted in the unincorporated area of the County of Riverside.

Section 19.52. DEFINITIONS. The following terms shall have the following meanings for the purposes of this article:

a. "TEMPORARY EVENT". An event held, either indoors or outdoors, on no more than four consecutive days, to which the public is invited, with or without charge. Temporary events include, but are not limited to, music festivals, stage or theatrical shows, sports events, fairs, carnivals, rodeos, automobile sales, shows or races, off-road vehicle sales, shows or races, animal sales, shows or races, heavy equipment auctions and tent revival meetings. Temporary events are classified as follows:

(1) "MAJOR EVENT". A temporary event which 2,000 or more people are expected to attend.

(2) "MINOR EVENT". A temporary event which less than 2,000, but more than 200 people are expected to attend.

b. "ESTABLISHED FACILITY". An existing, legally permitted facility that is designed and constructed to accommodate 2,000 or more people.

Section 19.53. APPROPRIATE VENUE. Notwithstanding any other provision of this ordinance to the contrary, major and minor events are permitted as a matter of right in any established facility, but may not occur during the hours of 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. A major event may not be held at any location other than an established facility. A minor event may be held at a location other than an established facility, but only if a minor event permit has first been obtained in accordance herewith.

a. PERMIT APPLICATION. An application for a minor event permit shall be made to the Planning Director in accordance with Section 18.30 of this ordinance at least 60 days before the event. All the procedural provisions of Section 18.30 shall apply to the application, except subsection c. thereof relating to requirements for approval, subsection e. thereof relating to appeals and subsection f. thereof relating to use of the permit after the application is approved.

b. APPLICATION LIMITATIONS. An application for a minor event permit shall not be processed and shall be summarily denied if ten minor events have already occurred at the location in question.

c. REQUIREMENTS FOR APPROVAL. The Planning Director shall approve an application for a minor event permit if:

(1) The application limitation discussed in subsection b. hereof has not been exceeded.

(2)There is no pending code enforcement action on the property underlying the proposed event location.

(3)An access and parking plan has been approved by the County Transportation Director.

(4) A fire protection plan has been approved by the County Fire Chief.

(5) A security operations plan has been approved by the County Sheriff.

(6) An emergency medical services plan has been approved by the County Health Services Agency Director.

(7) A sewage disposal, potable water and food service operation plan has been approved by the County Health Services Agency Director.

(8) A noise, dust and lighting mitigation plan has been approved by the County Planning Department.

d. HOURS OF OPERATION. Any activity for which a minor event permit is issued shall not be allowed to operate between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.

e. APPEALS. An applicant or any interested person may appeal the decision of the Planning Director to the Board of Supervisors within ten days of the date of the decision. The appeal shall be made on the forms provided by the County Planning Department and shall be accompanied by the filing fee set forth in Ordinance No. 671. Upon receipt of a completed appeal form, the Clerk of the Board shall set the matter for hearing before the Board of Supervisors not less than five nor more than 30 days thereafter and shall give written notice of the hearing to the appellant and the Planning Director. The Board of Supervisors shall render its decision within 30 days following the close of the appeal hearing.

Section 19.54. BOND AND INSURANCE. The Planning Director may require an applicant for a minor event permit to post a bond or to otherwise financially secure that the event location is restored to its original condition and that the County is fully reimbursed for any unanticipated law enforcement or emergency medical expenses. The Planning Director shall determine the amount of the bond or other security and the applicant shall post it with the County Building and Safety Director. The Planning Director may also require an applicant for a minor event permit to obtain indemnity or liability insurance naming the County as the insured.

Section 19.55. ADVERTISING/TICKET SALES. No person shall advertise, sell or furnish tickets for a minor event until a permit has been obtained for the event in accordance herewith.

Section 19.56. REVOCATION. A minor event permit may be revoked pursuant to and in accordance with Section 18.31 of this ordinance.

Adopted:
03-05-81 (Ord. 348.1926)

Amended Effective:
06-30-88 (Ord. 348.2856)
04-20-01 (Ord. 348.3982)

ARTICLE XIXb

MOBILEHOMES

Section 19.75. INTENT. The California Legislature has enacted Section 65852.3 of the Government Code (effective July 1, 1981) which provides that counties shall not prohibit the installation of qualified mobilehomes on approved foundation systems on lots that are zoned for single-family dwellings. For the purposes of this ordinance, the term "mobilehome" shall be synonymous with the term "manufactured housing." County Ordinance No. 348 permits the installation of mobilehomes, not on foundations, in several of its existing zone classifications, subject to certain requirements and standards; it further permits for the installation of mobilehomes in the R-T and R-T-R Zones. It is the intent of the Board of Supervisors, in adopting this article, to enact provisions that will allow mobilehomes to be installed on foundations in compliance with Government Code Section 65852.3; to continue to allow the installation of mobilehomes not on foundations in certain zone classifications, and to continue to permit the installation of mobilehomes in the R-T and R-T-R Zones. This article is intended to supplement the provisions of this ordinance relating to mobilehomes, but shall take precedence over any portion of this ordinance that is inconsistent herewith.

Amended Effective:
01-05-84 (Ord. 348.2244)

Section 19.76. FINDINGS. Pursuant to Section 65852.3 of the Government Code, the Board of Supervisors determines that all lots zoned to permit the construction of conventional single family dwellings are compatible for the installation of a mobilehome on a foundation system.

Section 19.77. MOBILEHOMES ON FOUNDATIONS. A mobilehome may be installed on a foundation on any lot in the unincorporated area of the County of Riverside, that is zoned to permit the construction of a conventional single family dwelling, subject to development standards of that zone, provided that when the subject lot is adjacent to property containing a place, building, structure, or other object listed on the National Register of Historic Places, a mobilehome shall be permitted provided approval of a plot plan shall first have been obtained at a public hearing pursuant to the provisions of Section 18.30 of this ordinance.

Section 19.78. (Deleted by Ordinance 348.3053 - 10-05-89)

Section 19.79. MOBILEHOMES NOT ON FOUNDATIONS. The provisions in the various zone classifications that allow mobilehomes, subject to conditions and requirements contained therein, shall remain in effect unless amended or repealed. All specific mobilehome provisions in the various zone classifications in County Ordinance No. 348 refer to mobilehomes not on a foundation system and shall continue in effect irrespective of the fact that certain zones may then provide for mobilehomes both on and not on a foundation system. For purposes, of permit issuance, the mobilehome on a foundation is allowed whenever a conventional single-family dwelling is allowed, subject to the requirements of this article. The mobilehome not on a foundation is allowed whenever it is specifically so provided in the various zone classifications in County Ordinance No. 348, subject to any requirements set forth therein. When a mobilehome is not in conformance with the development standards of the zone classification in which it is located, that mobilehome constitutes a nonconforming use, and as such cannot be altered except to comply with the requirements of this article, and as allowed in subsection g. of Section 18.8 of this ordinance. However, there is no specific time period in which the mobilehome must be removed.

Amended Effective:
03-10-83 (Ord. 348.2160)

Section 19.80. The Section s in the R-T, R-T-R, R-R, R-R-0 and W-2-M Zones which provide for mobilehomes shall remain in effect; however, a person shall be permitted to install a mobilehome in said zones either on or not on a foundation system.

Adopted:
06-02-81 (Ord. 348.1965)

Amended Effective:
02-08-83 (Ord. 348.2160)
01-05-84 (Ord. 348.2244)
07-31-84 (Ord. 348.2358)
09-05-89 (Ord. 348.3053)

MOBILEHOME PARKS IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES

Section 19.91. INTENT: The California Legislature has declared that there is a need to eliminate the distinction between mobilehome development and conventional forms of residential land use, and has enacted Section 65852.7 of the Government Code and amended Section 18300 of the Health and Safety Code to allow for mobilehome parks in residential zones. Section 65852.7 of the Government Code requires that the County permit mobilehome parks in all residential zones subject to the issuance of a conditional use permit. Section 18300 of the Health and Safety Code provides that the County shall not require clubhouses, and recreational facilities unless such facilities are required for other similar residential developments. It is the intent of the Board of Supervisors in adopting this article to enact provisions which will permit mobilehome parks in residential zones in compliance with Government Code Section 65852.7 and Health and Safety Code Section 18300.

Section 19.92. STANDARDS. A mobilehome park that is permitted with a conditional use permit in a residential zone, not including the R-R, W-2, R-D, W-2-M, and R-T Zone, shall comply with the following requirements:

a. UNIT SIZE. The mobilehome unit shall have a floor living area of 750 square feet excluding patios, porches, garages, and similar structures.

b. OPAQUE SKIRT. The area between the ground level and floor level and the unit shall be screened by an opaque skirt.

c. DENSITY. The average density of the mobilehome park shall be in conformance with the density of the underlying zone classifications, provided that a density bonus of 25 percent of the density permitted by the underlying zoning may be allowed if it is determined that the higher density is compatible with the area in which the development is proposed to be located.

d. MINIMUM SIZE OF SPACE. Notwithstanding subsection c. above, the minimum size of each space shall be 3600 square feet, provided that a minimum space size of 2500 square feet may be permitted when deemed compatible with the surrounding development. Each space shall have a minimum width of 30 feet.

e. WALL. A masonry wall six feet in height shall be erected along the perimeter of the mobilehome park.

f. AUTOMOBILE STORAGE. Automobile storage shall be provided as required by Section 18.12 of this ordinance.

Added Effective:
11-23-82 (Ord. 348.2140)

Section 19.93. STANDARDS FOR MOBILEHOME PARKS IN THE R-R, W-2, R-D, AND W-2-M ZONES. A mobilehome park permitted in the R-R, W-2, R-D or W-2-M Zones shall comply with the following requirements:

a. UNIT SIZE. The mobilehome unit shall have a floor living area of 450 square feet excluding patios, porches, garages, and similar structures.

b. OPAQUE SKIRT. The area between the ground level and floor level of the unit shall be screened by an opaque skirt.

c. DENSITY. The overall density of the mobilehome park shall be determined by the physical and service constraints of the parcel being considered, and the compatibility of the proposed mobilehome park with the surrounding development.

d. MINIMUM SIZE OF SPACE. Notwithstanding subsection c. above, the minimum size of each space shall be 2500 square feet. Each space shall have a minimum width of 30 feet.

e. WALL. A masonry wall six feet in height shall be erected along the perimeter of the mobilehome park.

f. AUTOMOBILE STORAGE. Automobile storage shall be provided as required by Section 18.12 of this ordinance.

Added Effective:
11-23-82 (Ord. 348.2140)

Section 19.94. RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE. Open space or recreation facilities are not required for mobilehome parks approved in residential zones.

Added Effective:
11-23-82 (Ord. 348.2140)

ARTICLE XIXd

RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARKS

Section 19.95. INTENT.

Recreational vehicle parks or resorts are intended to provide for the accommodation of visitors to the unincorporated areas of Riverside County who travel to or within the County by recreational vehicle and reside in a recreational vehicle park. The provisions of this article are intended to create a safe, healthful, and beneficial environment for occupants of the recreation vehicle parks and to protect the character and integrity of surrounding uses.

Section 19.96. INCIDENTAL USES.

a. A recreational vehicle park may include incidental uses operated for the convenience of recreational vehicle park occupants only. No incidental use shall be permitted unless approved as part of the approval of the recreational vehicle park. There shall be no separate sign advertising any such incidental use visible from any street and any such use shall be located no less than one 100 feet from any street. Incidental uses permitted may include the following:

(1) Dwellings for owner and/or managers and staff.

(2) Food markets.

(3) Office.

(4) Laundry.

(5) Personal services including showers and rest rooms.

(6) Indoor and outdoor recreational facilities.

(7) Restaurants, including dancing and alcoholic beverage sales.

(8) Sales of items related to maintenance and operation of recreational vehicles.

(9) Barber and beauty shops.

(10) Golf courses and tennis courts.

(11) Refreshment stands.

(12) Membership sales offices

(13) Assembly rooms.

(14) Boat storage and launching

(