Chapter 30.72



"CPD" COMMERCIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT ZONE

30.72.010 Description and purpose.
30.72.020 Permitted primary uses and structures.
30.72.030 Permitted accessory uses and structures.
30.72.040 Permitted temporary uses and structures.
30.72.050 Limitations and exceptions to permitted uses and structures.
30.72.060 Site plan approval.
30.72.070 Coverage.
30.72.080 Height.
30.72.090 Setback requirements.
30.72.100 Landscaping and screening.
30.72.110 Parking.
30.72.120 Lighting.
30.72.130 Street improvements and street furnishings.
30.72.140 Public services.
30.72.150 Rooftop equipment.
30.72.160 Trash collection areas.


30.72.010 Description and purpose.


The purpose of the CPD commercial planned development zone is to establish permitted uses and regulations for developing the highest and best use of certain land areas in the city; to promote a desirable type of low profile commercial office building in an open space setting; to protect and enhance the quality of the residential living environment when adjacent to such properties and to promote the public health, safety and general welfare of the affected properties and the community at large in conformance with the goals of the comprehensive general plan. (Prior code º 30-2000)

30.72.020 Permitted primary uses and structures.


a. No building, structure, or land shall be used and no building, structure or use in the CPD zone shall be erected, structurally altered, enlarged or established except the following permitted office uses and structures.

0. Ambulance services.

1. Answering services.

2. Civic and social organization offices.

3. Contractors offices.

4. Data processing firms.

5. Day care centers.

6. Detective agencies.

7. Escrow services.

8. Financial offices, excluding banks, savings and loans and commodity brokerages.

9. Institutions, philanthropic.

10. Insurance offices.

11. Jewelry stores (including incidental fabrication).

12. Labor union offices.

13. Lighting stores.

14. Parking lots or structures in compliance with the provisions of chapter 30.124 of this title.

15. Professional offices.

16. Real estate offices.

17. Sales representative offices, excluding on-site sales.

18. Other uses which the zoning administrator determines to be similar in nature, function and operation to listed permitted primary uses within this zone. (Prior code º 30-2001)

30.72.030 Permitted accessory uses and structures.


The following accessory uses, buildings and structures shall be permitted in the CPD zone.

a. Antennas (pole type) and flagpoles.

b. Dish antennas in compliance with the conditions and criteria of chapter 30.16, article X of this title.

c. Signs, in compliance with chapter 15.08 of this Code. (Prior code º 30-2002)

30.72.040 Permitted temporary uses and structures.


The following temporary uses and structures shall be permitted subject to the provisions of this zone.

a. Contractors Office and/or Storage. Temporary structures for the storage of tools and equipment or containing supervisory offices of the minimum necessary in connection with a project on site may be established and maintained only during the progress of active construction under an effective grading, building, utility, street or other development permit. Such temporary structure(s) shall be immediately removed upon expiration of the applicable permits. (Prior code º 30-2003)

30.72.050 Limitations and exceptions to permitted uses and structures.


Notwithstanding any other provisions of this chapter, the following limitations shall apply to the conduct of any use permitted in the CPD zone:

a. All uses except parking shall be conducted entirely within a completely enclosed building which is attached to a permanent foundation. There shall be no outside storage of tools, equipment, inventory, supplies or material.

b. No manufacture or sale of any goods or products shall be conducted on the premises.

c. All uses shall be conducted in a manner so as not to be objectionable to a person of normal sensitivity by reason of noise, odor, dust, fumes, smoke, vibrations or other similar causes. (Prior code º 30-2004)

30.72.060 Site plan approval.


As part of the building permit plan check process, the permit services administrator shall forward complete site plans to the director of planning. No building permit shall be issued nor shall any construction commence unless and until such time as said site plans have been approved by the director of planning. The decision of the director of planning is appealable to the city council pursuant to the provisions of chapter 2.88 of this Code relating to the uniform appeal procedure. The following standards shall be utilized by the director of planning for site plan review:

a. All proposed buildings or structures and uses thereof shall be compatible with the adjacent residential neighborhood. Consideration of scale, bulk, height, materials, cohesiveness, community, maintenance of open space and privacy are deemed to be the primary criteria for consideration of compatibility.

b. All proposed developments shall be in conformity with the standards of this section and other applicable sections of the Glendale Municipal Code insofar as the location and appearance of the buildings, structures and parking areas are involved.

c. The design of all exterior surfaces of buildings and structures shall create an aesthetically pleasing appearance. Variety in textures and materials is encouraged to maintain a harmonious use of stucco, wood, and brick. Exterior colors shall be of natural earth tones harmonious with adjacent residential developments.

d. The location and orientation of all buildings and structures shall, whenever feasible and desirable, be designed and arranged to preserve the physical environment. Natural features such as trees shall be delineated in the development plan and shall be considered when planning the location and orientation of buildings, structures, open spaces, underground services, walks, paved areas, parking areas, and finished grade elevations. (Prior code º 30-2005)

30.72.070 Coverage.


The maximum lot coverage by all buildings and structures shall not exceed forty (40) percent of the total lot area for the ground floor and an additional five (5) percent coverage shall be permitted for the second floor. Areas occupied by cornices, roof eaves and carports shall not be computed in determining the total building coverage of the lot. (Prior code º 30-2006)

30.72.080 Height.


No building or structure in the CPD zone shall exceed a height of two (2) stories or thirty-five (35) feet above grade, whichever is less. No mezzanines or interior balconies of any kind shall be permitted regardless of floor area size. Where mansards are utilized, a minimum forty (40) degree pitch shall be maintained and mansard materials shall compliment the materials and colors of the structural exterior. (Prior code º 30-2007)

30.72.090 Setback requirements.


a. Street Front Setback. No building, structure or parking area in the CPD zone shall be closer than an average setback of ten (10) feet to the front property line for the ground floor, and an average setback of five (5) feet from the front property line for the second floor.

1. No person shall construct within the space between a street and a setback line established by ordinance or by this title, any building, wall, fence or structure except:

(a) Driveways and walks, provided that a driveway shall be limited to that area reasonably necessary to provide safe and efficient ingress to and egress from off-street parking spaces or loading spaces located behind a setback area;

(b) Eaves may project into a required setback area for a distance not to exceed thirty (30) inches;

(c) Flagpoles limited to one (1) per site, not to exceed the height limit for buildings for this zone.

(d) Footings and public utility vaults if fully subterranean.

(e) Landscape accent lighting not to exceed eighteen (18) inches in height;

(f) Necessary railings adjacent to stairways.

(g) Retaining walls, planters or curbs which are not more than eighteen (18) inches in height above the ground surface existing at the time of construction;

(h) Uncovered steps or landings not over four (4) feet high as measured parallel to the natural or finish ground level at the location of the construction may project into the required setback area for a length of fourteen (14) feet measured parallel to the building.

2. No person shall store material or equipment within the space between a street and setback line established by ordinance or this chapter except temporarily during construction on the same premises.

b. Interior and Street Side Setback. No building or structure in the CPD zone shall be closer than five (5) feet to any side property line abutting a street or to any interior property line. For commercial property that abuts a residential zone boundary line, the setback from the residential zone boundary line shall be an average of thirty (30) feet.

1. Notwithstanding the above provision, the following are exceptions to the minimum interior and street side setback:

(a) Boundary line walls may be located along the interior property lines or within interior setback areas but may not encroach into the street setback area;

(b) Driveways and walks, provided that a driveway shall be limited to that area reasonably necessary to provide safe and efficient ingress to and egress from off-street parking spaces or loading spaces located behind a street setback area;

(c) Eaves may project into a required setback area for a distance not to exceed thirty (30) inches;

(d) Flagpoles limited to one (1) per site, not to exceed the height limit for buildings for this zone.

(e) Footings and public utility vaults if fully subterranean.

(f) Landscape accent lighting not to exceed a height of eighteen (18) inches shall be permitted in the street side setback area;

(g) Railings adjacent to stairways;

(h) Retaining walls, planters or curbs which are not more than eighteen (18) inches in height above the ground surface existing at the time of construction;

(i) Subterranean and semi-subterranean parking garages may extend to the interior property line except that such garages shall maintain a minimum ten (10) foot setback from any residential zone boundary line;

(j) Surface parking areas, including lighting pursuant to the provisions of section 30.72.120, shall be permitted in the interior setback area;

(k) Uncovered steps or landings not over four (4) four feet high as measured parallel to the natural or finish ground level at the location of the construction may project into the required setback area four (4) feet for a length of fourteen (14) feet measured parallel to the building.

2. No person shall store material or equipment within the space between a street and setback line established by ordinance or this chapter except temporarily during construction on the same premises. (Prior code º 30-2008)

30.72.100 Landscaping and screening.


a. All street setback areas and other areas not occupied by buildings, parking or other incidental commercial activities shall be fully and permanently landscaped with live plant materials and shall be permanently maintained in a neat and orderly manner. At least ten (10) percent of the total lot area shall be permanently landscaped. For the purposes of this section, permanent landscaping shall consist of landscaping at the ground level, in planters or in potted containers having a minimum length, width, diameter or depth of twenty-four (24) inches. Useable open space in the form of landscaped setbacks, walkways, patios and landscaped areas within parking lots may be considered in the computation of required landscaping. Required pedestrian walks and vehicular accessways shall be permitted in such landscaped areas. The street setback area shall not be completely paved or covered with gravel. Permanent and automatic irrigation facilities shall be provided in all permanent landscaped areas except potted containers. Landscape and irrigation plans shall be prepared by those licensed in the state of California to prepare such plans and submitted in connection with a building permit prior to its issuance. All landscaping and irrigation facilities shall be installed prior to the final approval of the building permit in accordance with the approved plans or a cash bond deposited with the superintendent of building in an amount equal to the estimated cost of installing the landscaping and irrigation. If the estimated cost of installing the landscaping and irrigation exceeds ten thousand dollars ($10,000), an instrument of credit may be deposited in lieu of a cash bond. Prior to the issuance of a use and occupancy certificate or release of the cash bond or instrument of credit, an individual licensed in the state of California to prepare landscape and irrigation plans shall file a certificate of compliance with the superintendent of building that all landscaping and irrigation improvements have been installed in substanti

al conformance with approved plans. If the developer fails to install the landscaping and irrigation within a reasonable time, the superintendent of building may cause all landscaping and irrigation equipment to be installed as provided in the approved plan and to use the cash bond or instrument of credit for payment of the cost of such installation. Landscaping shall be permanently maintained in substantial conformance with the approved plan.

b. Trees shall be planted along any interior property line abutting a residential zone boundary to provide an effective screen. An average of one (1) tree shall be planted for each twenty (20) feet of such interior property line, exclusive of trees required pursuant to the provisions of chapter 30.124. Such trees shall be provided with sufficient tree well area for the tree type and surrounding area and shall be of a minimum size of twenty-four (24) inches boxed.

c. A minimum five and one-half (51/2) foot high decorative masonry wall shall be provided along the property line abutting any residential zone boundary line. The height of such wall shall be measured from the ground level of the property immediately adjacent to the site and wall. (Prior code º 30-2009)

30.72.110 Parking.


All parking and loading areas and vehicle accessways shall be in compliance with the provisions of chapter 30.124 of this title. Off-street parking shall be contained within the rear fifty (50) percent of all development sites in the CPD zone except where off-street parking is provided in a subterranean or semi-subterranean garage as provided in this chapter. Surface parking shall not exceed thirty (30) inches above the natural ground level of any adjacent residentially zoned property. (Prior code º 30-2010)

30.72.120 Lighting.


Lighting for uncovered parking areas, vehicle accessways and walkways shall not exceed a height of sixteen (16) feet, except that the maximum height on the rooftop of any parking structure located in a lot adjacent to any residential zone shall not exceed a height of eight (8) feet. Such overall height shall be measured from the paved parking area surface to the uppermost part of the light standard, including the light globe. Lighting shall be directed onto the driveways, walkways and parking areas within the development and away from adjacent properties and public rights-of-way. (Prior code º 30-2011)

30.72.130 Street improvements and street furnishings.


The developer shall improve or post a cash bond in lieu of improvement prior to final approval of the building permit equal to the cost of improvements with the city guaranteeing the installation of the improvements to city standards of substandard or deficient street improvements fronting the property within the public right-of-way. If the estimated cost of installing such improvements exceeds ten thousand dollars ($10,000), an instrument of credit may be deposited in lieu of the cash bond. These improvements may include, but shall not be limited to, curbs, gutters, sidewalk, wheelchair ramps, pavement, driveways, drainage devices, and other related facilities. Street improvements and street furnishings, including but not limited to curb, gutter, sidewalk, pavement, decorative lighting, irrigation, bollards, and hydrants shall not be removed or relocated with- out the prior written consent of the director of public works. Street improvements and street furnishings that are damaged by project implementation shall be reconstructed or replaced to city standards and to the satisfaction of the director of public works. Street trees shall not be removed without the written permission of the director of public works. If sufficient reason exists to remove any existing street tree, the applicant may apply to the director of public works for permission to remove said tree prior to conceptual development plans being finalized. New trees shall be planted to replace any removed, and additional trees may be required. Said planting shall be at the applicant's expense with the species, size, quantity and manner of planting and spacing, including applicable tree wells, to be specified by the director of public works. (Prior code º 30-2012)

30.72.140 Public services.


The developer shall provide underground electric service, domestic and fire fighting water service, vaults, street lights and other related facilities pursuant to the requirements of the public service and fire divisions. (Prior code º 30-2013)

30.72.150 Rooftop equipment.


Rooftop equipment shall be completely enclosed on all sides or screened from view of public rights-of-way. (Prior code º 30-2014)

30.72.160 Trash collection areas.


Trash collection areas shall be enclosed within a building or screened with masonry walls having a minimum height of five and one-half (51/2) feet and with an evenly distributed semi-enclosed roof covering at least forty (40) percent of the trash collection area. Access gates or doors shall be of opaque material. If a trash collection area is to be within fifty (50) feet of a street right-of-way line or within the front fifty (50) percent of the lot, the access gates or doors shall not directly face the public street. Trash collection areas shall be designed, located or screened so as not to be readily identifiable from adjacent streets or highways. (Prior code º 30-2015)