Chapter 19.46 — TOWNHOME (TH) COMBINING DISTRICT
Cupertino Zoning Code · 2026-06 edition · updated 2026-07-26 · Cupertino
19.46.010: Purpose ¶
The townhome (TH) combining district is intended to modify the regulations of the multiplefamily residential (R-3 and R-4) zoning districts to permit townhome development in those districts, primarily in conjunction with multiple-family development, and to establish specific townhome development standards, upon rezoning to the townhome combining district.
(Ord. 24-2261, § 1 (part), 2024)
19.46.020: Applicability of Regulations ¶
The townhome combining district may only be combined with the R-3 or R-4 zoning district, in accordance with Chapters 19.36 and 19.38 of the Zoning Ordinance. The townhome combining district shall apply to properties designated on the zoning map with “TH” following the multiple-family residential (R-3 or R-4) zoning district designation (e.g., R-3/TH or R-4/TH. The site development regulations (Section 19.46.060) and building development regulations (Section 19.46.070) established by this chapter shall apply to townhomes in lieu of the comparable provisions established by the underlying R-3 or R-4 zoning districts. No townhome(s) shall be erected, structurally altered, or enlarged in a TH combining district other than in conformance with the provisions of this chapter and other applicable provisions of this title. Reasonable Accommodation: Notwithstanding 19.46.020(B) above, a request for reasonable accommodation may be made by any person with a disability, when the strict application of the provisions in this chapter, acts as a barrier to fair housing opportunities, pursuant to Chapter 19.52.
- (Ord. 24-2261, § 1 (part), 2024)
19.46.030: Permitted, Conditional, and Excluded Uses ¶
Permitted, Conditional, and Excluded Uses on property zoned R-3/TH or R-4/TH are identified in Section 19.20.020.
(Ord. 24-2261, § 1 (part), 2024)
19.46.040: Development Plan Required ¶
Development in the townhome combining district shall adhere to the requirements and procedures of the Municipal Code in Chapter 19.12 and those established by the underlying multiple-family zoning district in Sections 19.36.040 and 19.38.040.
(Ord. 24-2261, § 1 (part), 2024)
19.46.050: Permit Required for Development ¶
Permitting in the townhome combining district shall adhere to the requirements and procedures established by the underlying multiple-family zoning district.
(Ord. 24-2261, § 1 (part), 2024)
19.46.060: Site Development Regulations ¶
Table 19.46.060 sets forth the rules and regulations pertaining to the Development Regulations for townhome development of property zoned R-3/TH or R-4/TH.
| Table 19.46.060 Site Development Regulatons | |
|---|---|
| A. Density | 1. Maximum as designated in the General Plan. 2. Development on sites with a required minimum density shall meet the minimum density established on the General Plan Land Use map. |
| B. Maximum Lot or Air Parcel Width for each townhome (measured at front building setback line) |
25 feet |
(Ord. 24-2261, § 1 (part), 2024)
19.46.070: Building Development Regulations ¶
Table 19.46.070 sets forth the rules and regulations pertaining to the development of townhome residential structures on property zoned R-3/TH or R-4/TH.
| Table 19.36.070: Townhome Building Development Regulatons | ||
|---|---|---|
| A. Maximum Lot Coverage |
55% of net lot area prior to development | |
| B. Maximum Floor Area Rato |
85% of net lot area prior to development | |
| C. Maximum Height |
Limited to three stories (not to exceed 30 feet) | |
| D. Setbacks and Stepbacks (Measured from property lines prior to development) |
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| First and Second Floor | Third Floor | |
| 1. Front-yard | Per underlying multple-family zoning district | |
2. Side-yard
| 2. Side-yard | ||
|---|---|---|
| a. Interior side | 6 feet | 6 feet and Additonal 10 feet if more than one story higher than any adjacent primary residental structure. |
| b. Street side | 12 feet | |
| 3. Rear-yard | 15 feet | |
| E. Private Outdoor Space (e.g., Balcony, Pato, Deck) |
See underlying multple-family zoning district. | |
| F. Design Requirements |
1. Townhome design visible from or frontng the public right of way shall include at least two of the following features: Front Architectural Feature (e.g., stoop, front porch). Stairway with at least three stairs leading to the front entrance. Pitched roof with a slope of at least 3:12. 2. Vehicular parking shall not be located along primary frontage. |
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| G. Corner Triangle and Sidewalk Sight Triangle |
Shall remain free and clear of all buildings or portons thereof. |
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| H. Fences | See underlying multple-family zoning district. | |
| I. Parking | Must comply with townhome parking regulatons per Chapter 19.124. |
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| J. Access | No more than two vehicular entries/exits per street frontage between the residental development and the public right-of-way |
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| K. Improvements and Covenants for Common Area |
Per underlying R-3 or R-4 zoning district. |
(Ord. 24-2261, § 1 (part), 2024)
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Overview- Chapter 19.04 — GENERAL PROVISIONS
- Chapter 19.08 — DEFINITIONS
- Chapter 19.12 — ADMINISTRATION
- Chapter 19.16 — DESIGNATIONS AND ESTABLISHMENT OF DISTRICTS
- Chapter 19.20 — PERMITTED, CONDITIONAL AND EXCLUDED USES IN AG…
- Chapter 19.24 — AGRICULTURAL (A) AND AGRICULTURALRESIDENTIAL (…
- Chapter 19.28 — SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (R-1) ZONES
- Chapter 19.36 — MULTIPLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (R-3) ZONES
- Chapter 19.38 — MULTIPLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (R-4) ZONES
- Chapter 19.40 — RESIDENTIAL HILLSIDE (RHS) ZONES
- Chapter 19.44 — RESIDENTIAL SINGLE-FAMILY CLUSTER (R1C) ZONES
- Chapter 19.46 — TOWNHOME (TH) COMBINING DISTRICT
- Chapter 19.48 — FENCES
- Chapter 19.50 — EMERGENCY SHELTERS
- Chapter 19.52 — REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
- Chapter 19.56 — DENSITY BONUS
- Chapter 19.60 — GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONES
- Chapter 19.68 — ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROFESSIONAL OFFICE (OA & O…
- Chapter 19.72 — LIGHT INDUSTRIAL (ML) AND INDUSTRIAL PARK (MP)…
- Chapter 19.76 — PUBLIC BUILDING (BA), QUASI-PUBLIC BUILDING (B…
- Chapter 19.80 — PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (P) ZONES
- Chapter 19.84 — PERMITTED, CONDITIONAL AND EXCLUDED USES IN OP…
- Chapter 19.92 — PARK AND RECREATION (PR) ZONES
- Chapter 19.96 — PRIVATE RECREATION (FP) ZONE
- Chapter 19.98 — MARIJUANA
- Chapter 19.100 — ACCESSORY BUILDINGS/STRUCTURES
- Chapter 19.102 — GLASS AND LIGHTING STANDARDS
- Chapter 19.104 — SIGNS
- Chapter 19.108 — BEVERAGE CONTAINER REDEMPTION AND RECYCLING C…
- Chapter 19.112 — ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS
- Chapter 19.116 — CONVERSIONS OF APARTMENT PROJECTS TO COMMON I…
- Chapter 19.124 — PARKING REGULATIONS
- Chapter 19.128 — ADULT-ORIENTED COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES
- Chapter 19.132 — CONCURRENT SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AND GA…
- Chapter 19.136 — WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES
- Chapter 19.140 — NONCONFORMING USES AND NONCONFORMING FACILITIES
- Chapter 19.144 — DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS
- Chapter 19.148 — REQUIRED ARTWORK IN PUBLIC AND PRIVATE DEVELO…
- Chapter 19.152 — AMENDMENTS TO THE ZONING MAPS AND ZONING REGU…
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- Chapter 19.160 — TEMPORARY USES
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- Chapter 19.168 — ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE REVIEW
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