Chapter 17.23 — BED AND BREAKFASTS

This chapter is intended to ensure that the location, concentration, and design of bed and breakfast establishments are consistent with or do not negatively affect the character or function of the neighborhood and surroundings in the zone in which they are located, by establishing standards for the design and development of such establishments.

• A. This chapter shall apply to all bed and breakfast establishments as defined in Part 7 (Definitions). A bed and breakfast establishment is either a bed and breakfast homestay or a bed and breakfast inn, depending on the number of guest rooms.

  1. "Bed and breakfast homestay" means a private, owner-occupied residence providing between one and five guest rooms.

  2. "Bed and breakfast inn" means an owner-or manager-occupied residence that provides more than five guest rooms.

• B. In the event of any inconsistency between regulations in this chapter and those outside of this chapter, the provisions of this chapter shall govern.

• (Ord. 1945 § 4, 2020)

Bed and breakfast establishments, require a Conditional Use Permit, which is a discretionary action approved by the Planning Commission. Refer to Part 5 (Land Use and Development Approval Procedures) of the Zoning Ordinance for permit application procedures. (Ord. 1945 § 5, 2020)

• A. Health Permit. Bed and breakfast establishments and restaurants in conjunction with such establishments shall be required to comply with the San Bernardino County Health Department provisions and secure any necessary permits prior to the conditional use permit becoming effective.

• B. Fire and Life Safety. Guest rooms shall be provided with a smoke detector, hand-held fire extinguisher, and evacuation plan subject to the review of the Upland Fire Department. The City may require the installation of a sprinkler system, fire alarm system, or other appropriate safety

measures based on the provisions of the Uniform Fire Code and to the satisfaction of the Fire Department.

• C. Compatibility. The establishment of a bed and breakfast shall be compatible with and beneficial to the character of the neighborhood and surrounding land uses.

Bed and breakfast establishments shall comply with the following design and performance standards in addition to any findings required by the conditional use permit:

• A. Parking. Off-street parking shall be provided at the rate of two improved spaces for the owner/resident manager plus one additional space for each guest room. Guest parking shall be screened from view and situated behind the required front yard setback of the applicable zone. Such parking spaces shall not detract from the residential character of the neighborhood. Onstreet parking shall not be included in the required parking calculation.

• B. Signs. Bed and breakfast establishments shall be limited to one single-sided, externally illuminated sign not exceeding 4 square feet in area and 4 feet in height. The sign shall be reviewed as part of the CUP process. The materials and design of signage shall be compatible with the architectural style of the principal structure. Signs shall be located within 5 feet of the residence and shall not be situated within the required setbacks of the zoning district in which the establishment is located.

• C. Significant Site Features. On designated historic sites, preservation and maintenance of significant site features may be required by the Planning Commission as a condition of approval, including landscaping, historic architectural, and/or cultural features of the structure or property. Preservation of significant site features is also subject to the provisions of Chapter 17.26 (Historic Preservation).

• D. Boarding Accommodations. Guest rooms shall not include kitchens or similar food preparation facilities. Establishments may provide boarding for guests only. However, if the zoning district in which the establishment is located allows restaurant uses, such uses may be permitted in conjunction with the bed and breakfast conditional use permit.

• E. Additional Activities. Weddings, receptions, and similar commercial activities shall only be permitted in non-residential zones subject to the approval of a conditional use permit by the Planning Commission.

• F. Distance Requirements. No bed and breakfast establishment shall be located closer than 200 feet to another such establishment unless each has been approved by the Planning Commission.