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ZONING CODE UPDATE PLANNING COMMISSION WORKSHOP APRIL 15, 2021 RESIDENTIAL PARKING Parking Scenarios Parking Scenarios Single-Family Residential Parking Location on Property Parking vs. Storage Parking Scenarios Size & Type of Vehicles Addresses permitted parking area and width, placement on property, and approved surfaces. Defines what is ‘parking’ and what is ‘storage’. Addresses parking and storage of RVs, trucks, equipment, and trailers. Graphically addresses a variety of parking scenarios to improve usability of code. Location on Property Smaller Lots (< 12,000 square feet) −50% of Front Yard −Max continuous width of 30 feet −Improved dustproof surface only −Surface must lead to garage, carport, or required parking spaces −9’x20’ min parking space size Larger Lots (> 12,000 square feet) −40% of Front Yard −Max Contiguous Width of 40 feet −Improved dustproof surface only −Surface must lead to garage, carport, or required parking spaces −9’x20’ min parking space size Parking vs. Storage Parking: A dustproof surface used for the placement of vehicles for limited periods of time. Storage: For the purposes of this ordinance, references to vehicle storage shall not be determined based on duration, but rather on the negative effects commonly associated with prolonged parking and/or abandonment. A vehicle shall be deemed stored if any of the following effects exist: accumulation of spiderwebs, dirt and debris, flat tires, damaged or missing body parts, or broken or unusable windows. Vehicles placed on blocks or similar devices where all or part of the vehicle is not touching the ground shall be considered inoperable. S S S Size, Type & Storage of Vehicle Context-Sensitive Parking −Parking or Storing of personal vehicles exceeding 14,000 lb. GVWR is prohibited −Commercial Vehicle Parking (limit 1) is okay, but limited to 14,000 lb. GVWR −Commercial vehicle Storage is prohibited −Stored vehicles must be screened −Storage of utility trailers are permitted, also with strict locational and performance criteria. −Storage of personal RVs are permitted, but with size and weight, screening, and locational requirements −Restrictions on use of RVs as temporary / short-term dwellings −Additional requirements for inoperable vehicles and service of vehicles Parking Scenarios Parking Scenarios Parking Scenarios SIGNS Industry & Stakeholder Feedback Sought and received feedback from key stakeholders and industry representatives on draft sign code • Feedback received from: • WeSERV (West and SouthEast Realtors of the Valley) • Arizona Chapter of the International Sign Association • Arizona Sign Association • City Council Business Committee • Staff Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) • Comments received and draft code is being updated Adequate, Visible & Legible Modern & Aligns with Industry Standards User-Friendly & Enforceable Signage Code Update – Approach Non-Conforming Signs Sign Measurement Sign Allocation Sign Type by Use Stronger language for corrective action for non-compliant and abandoned signs. Clarifies how to measure signs – accounts for new sign types, adds graphics. Added new table that IDs sign types, the zoning districts where they’re permitted, use restrictions, and reference to specific standards. Calculation for aggregate sign area for building signs. Sign Standards Specific size, height, appearance, and permitting requirements “Reed” Compliant Reed vs Town of Gilbert Supreme Court Ruling. Content Neutral. Sign Types & Details Establish ‘PERMANENT’ and ‘TEMPORARY’ sign categories • Review and update current specific sign regulations (type, size and placement) • New ‘Sign Types by Use’ table • Introduce new sign types • Introduce new aggregate sign allowance for Building Signage Update Criteria For: − Building Signs – projecting signs (i.e. “blade” signs) − Site Signs – location, number of signs, size and spacing − Temporary Signs – banners, flags, A-frame signs, inflatables, garage sale and real estate signs − Miscellaneous or New Signs – awning signs, murals Site Signs Building Signs Temporary Signs Table –Sign Type by Use (sample) Site Signs For the purposes of this code, a Site Sign shall refer to any permanent sign that is not affixed to a building and is commonly used to advertise a business or service. Permitted Zoning Districts Type of Use Special Requirements & Section References Billboard M-1 and M-2 All permitted uses See Section 4.5.xx for specific sign standards. Loop 101, 303 Digital Billboard M-1 and M-2 All permitted uses See Section 4.5.xx for specific sign standards. Loop 101, 303 Directional R-3, R-4, R-5, R-O; and C-O, G-O PR, SC, C-1, NSC, C-2, CSC, C-3, B-P, M-1, M-2 Multiple Residence uses; All permitted non-residential uses See Section 4.5.xx for specific sign standards. Excludes single-family residential parcels. Directory All districts All permitted uses See Section 4.5.xx for specific sign standards. Excludes single-family residential development option. Drive-Up / Drive- Through C-O, G-O, PR, C-1, NSC, C-2, CSC, C-3 All permitted drive-up / drive through uses only See Section 4.5.xx for specific sign standards. Electronic Reader Panel R-3, R-4, R-5, R-O; and C-O, G-O PR, SC, C-1, NSC, C-2, CSC, C-3, B-P, M-1, M-2 Multiple Residence uses; All permitted non-residential uses See Section 4.5.xx for specific sign standards. Excludes single-family residential development and parcels. Excludes individual users / tenants in all Multiple Residence development. Entry Wall Monument All districts All permitted uses See Section 4.5.xx for specific sign standards. Excludes individual single-family parcels. Permitted in single-family residential communities / subdivisions Freestanding Monument All districts All permiitted uses See Section 4.5.xx for specific sign standards. Excludes individual single-family parcels. Permitted in single-family residential communities / subdivisions Pylon R-5; and C-O, G-O, SC, C-1, NSC, C-2, CSC, C-3, B-P, M-1, M-3 Multiple Residence uses; All permitted non-residential uses See Section 4.5.xx for specific sign standards. Proximity to Loop 101, Loop 303, Northern Parkway, or Grand Avenue Table –Aggregate Sign Area (Building Signs) Use Square Feet of Signage Single Residence n/a Multiple Residence 1.25 square feet per 1 linear foot of leasing office building frontage Non-Residential Office 1.5 square feet per 1 linear foot of building frontage General Commercial 2 square feet per 1 linear foot of building frontage Maximum square feet based on building square footage 150 sf maximum signage for buildings <20,000 sf; 250 sf maximum signage for buildings 20,000 sf to 40,000 sf; 450 sf maximum signage for buildings >40,000 sf Industrial 1.75 square feet per 1 linear foot of building frontage Maximum square feet based on building square footage 200 sf maximum signage for buildings <40,000 sf; 350 sf maximum signage for buildings 40,000 sf to 80,000 sf; 500 sf maximum signage for buildings >80,000 sf