Article 13 — DS: Development Standard Overlay District

The Development Standard (DS) district is an overlay district that allows modification of the specified. development standards in general zone districts within the Central Lathrop Specific Plan. This district is designed to allow variations to development standards to accommodate the variety of product types anticipated, and to encourage innovative design solutions. (Ord. 04-245 § 3)

• A. The Development Standard (DS) district may be combined with any zone district in the Central Lathrop Specific Plan to establish, or modify, any or all of the following development standards:

  1. Minimum lot size.

  2. Minimum lot width.

  3. Minimum lot depth.

  4. Maximum lot coverage.

  5. Minimum yard setbacks.

  6. Minimum garage setbacks.

  7. Minimum frontage.

  8. MUPYS allowable square footage.

  9. Maximum building height.

  10. Principal building types.

  11. Minimum landscaping setbacks.

  12. Minimum parking ratios.

• B. The Central Lathrop design review board may approve the establishment of, or modification to, the above development standards. Such action shall occur concurrent with approval of the corresponding development proposal as provided for in the Central Lathrop Specific Plan. If a standard is not specifically addressed, it shall be governed by the requirements contained in the underlying zone district.

• (Ord. 04-245 § 3)

The Central Lathrop design review board, in acting upon requests to establish or modify development standards, shall consider the following criteria. The criteria are intended to encourage variety and flexibility in product types and design, while at the same time assuring that neighborhood uses and development are compatible.

• A. Development standards may be modified if determined that the modifications:

  1. Allow for variety and innovative product types.

  2. Are consistent with the intensity of development provided for by the underlying land use designation and zone district.

  3. Do not result in increased environmental impacts.

• B. All modifications to development standards shall ensure:

  1. Size, scale and intensity of development that does not conflict with the character of adjacent uses.

  2. Adequate space; light, and air along with visual and acoustical privacy.

  3. Balance between buildings and useable open space areas, including private yards, common areas and public spaces.

  4. Internal and external vehicular and pedestrian linkages that are functional and minimize barriers.

  5. Streetscapes that are varied, create visual interest and are pedestrian friendly.

  6. Accessibility for public safety and services.

  7. Adequate off street parking.

• (Ord. 04-245 § 3)

A Development Standard district shall be designated on the Zoning Map following the underlying zoning district by the symbol "/DS" proceeding the required "-CL" reference (example: VR/DS-CL). (Ord. 04-245 § 3)