§ 22.104.090. Templeton Community Standards.  


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  • The following standards apply within the Templeton Urban Reserve Line, in the land use categories or areas listed, in addition to the requirements of Section 22.94.080.

    A.

    Communitywide. The following standards apply to all land use categories inside the Templeton Urban Reserve Line.

    1.

    Compliance with the Templeton Community Design Plan. All Minor Use Permit, Conditional Use Permit and subdivision applications shall be in conformity and compliance with the Templeton Community Design Plan, dated January 11, 1991 and subsequent amendments, which was duly adopted by the Board in Resolution No. 90-688 and is on file in the Office of the Clerk of the Board, and which is hereby incorporated by reference herein as though set forth in full.

    Applicants and the general public are encouraged to read the Templeton Community Design Plan. The guidelines in the Templeton Community Design Plan are intended to provide for interpretation and flexibility in designing a project.

    2.

    Permit requirements.

    a.

    Minor Use Permit approval is required for all new construction or exterior alteration of existing structures where a land use permit is otherwise required by this Title, except for the following:

    (1)

    Agricultural and residential accessory structures;

    (2)

    Minor exterior alterations, as well as expansions not to exceed 100 square feet, that are in conformance with the Templeton Community Design Plan may be exempted from this requirement by the Director. These projects are still subject to other applicable permit requirements;

    (3)

    Multi-family residences and their accessory buildings that are required by this Title to have Zoning Clearance approval;

    (4)

    Public parks;

    (5)

    Single-family dwellings, additions to single family dwellings that are not adjacent to riparian habitats associated with blue line streams such as Toad Creek; or

    (6)

    Secondary dwellings; or

    (7)

    Where Conditional Use Permit approval is otherwise required by this Title.

    Site Plan Review or Zoning Clearances are classified as "ministerial" projects that by law are required to conform only to clearly defined criteria. The criteria in the following standards are based on the guidelines included in the Templeton Community Design Plan.

    b.

    New uses that are proposed to occupy existing development are not subject to the above permit requirement but are subject to land use permit approvals as required by this Title.

    c.

    Compliance with all authorized land use permits and proof of adequate water availability from the Templeton Community Services District shall be determined before issuance of a business license, in compliance with Chapter 22.02.

    3.

    Preservation of natural features. New development and proposed subdivisions shall be designed to retain significant features such as oak trees, riparian habitats, and prominent hills.

    4.

    Allowable use. The existing cattle auction yard located on 1991 Assessors Parcel Number 040-211-015 shown in Figure 104-21 is an allowable conforming use in its present location.

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    Figure 104-21

    B.

    Combining Designations - Flood Hazard (FH) - Toad Creek Restoration. In new development and subdivision applications on properties within the Toad Creek flood hazard area identified in the official maps, riparian plants, such as native trees and willows, shall be used for habitat restoration and enhancement without sacrificing flood protection, in addition to the creek preservation requirements on pages III-6 and 7 of the Templeton Community Design Plan.

    C.

    Commercial Retail (CR). The following standards apply within the Commercial Retail category.

    1.

    Fence and wall requirement. This standard applies to solid fences and walls that are proposed along public roads and will be visible from the public road. Fences and walls shall be constructed of durable and high quality materials including but not limited to: masonry, river cobblestone, stucco or a combination of wood with stone or stucco columns. Solid wood fences are not allowed unless they are continuously screened with landscaping and maintained. Refer to the Templeton Community Design Plan, page V-16 through V-18, for criteria on fence and wall materials and detailing.

    2.

    Las Tablas Road and Vineyard Drive areas.

    a.

    Streetside improvements. Curbs, gutters, sidewalks and street paving are required with all projects.

    b.

    Multi-Family dwellings outside the Central Business District. Multi-family dwellings are allowable as an incidental use outside the central business district and may be authorized through Minor Use Permit approval, unless this Title would otherwise require a Conditional Use Permit. Multi-family dwellings that would be affordable to employees of proposed projects should be encouraged in all discretionary land use permits for commercial projects.

    c.

    Limitation on use.

    (1)

    The following applies only to the land located on Las Tablas Road, west of Highway 101. All uses identified by Section 22.06.030 (Allowable Land Uses and Permit Requirements) as being allowable, permitted, or conditional uses may be authorized in compliance with the land use permit requirements of that Section, except the following: commercial retail uses that have a floor area on any one floor of 90,000 square feet or more.

    (2)

    The following applies only to the land located on Vineyard Drive. All uses identified by Section 22.06.030 (Allowable Land Uses and Permit Requirements) as being allowable, permitted, or conditional uses may be authorized in compliance with the land use permit requirements of that Section, except the following: recycling collection stations, small scale manufacturing, mobile home parks, auto, mobilehome and vehicle dealers and supplies, recreational vehicle parks, and vehicle storage.

    3.

    Ramada Drive area - Conditional Use Permit requirement. A Conditional Use Permit is required for each property ownership within the areas shown in Figure 104-22, prior to approval of subdivision or land use permit applications. The Templeton Community Design Plan shall guide the Conditional Use Permit.

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    Figure 104-22: CR - Ramada Drive Properties - Templeton

    4.

    Main from Eighth to Tenth Streets - Multi-family dwellings. Multi-family dwellings as a principal use may be authorized through Conditional Use Permit approval on Blocks 27 and 30 of the Town of Templeton, shown in Figure 104-23.

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    Figure 104-23: CR - Main from Eighth to Tenth Street Templeton

    5.

    Highway 101/North Main Street Interchange. The following standards apply to the area located south of and adjacent to the Highway 101/North Main Street interchange on the east side of Highway 101 corresponding to Figure 104-24.

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    Figure 104-24: CR - Highway 101/North Main Street - Templeton

    a.

    Limitation on use. Land uses shall be limited to: bars and nightclubs, restaurants; gas stations; offices; hotels and motels, in compliance with the land use permit requirements of Section 22.06.030.

    b.

    Site planning. Proposed development shall provide a minimum of 25-foot landscaped setback from the Highway 101 right-of-way and any adjacent residential category for buffering and screening foreground views from the Highway 101 corridor and residential areas, while retaining background views. Other provisions for minimizing the visual impacts of grading and development as seen from Highway 101 and North Main Street shall integrate site development with the public facilities category and the grade elevation of North Main Street.

    D.

    Commercial Service (CS). The following standards apply within the Commercial Service category.

    1.

    Limitation on use within special setbacks. All land uses identified by Section 22.06.030 (Allowable Land Uses and Permit Requirements) as being allowable, permitted, or conditional uses may be authorized in compliance with the land use permit requirements of that Section, except the following, which are prohibited within 200 feet of collector and arterial streets, and residential categories: concrete, gypsum and plaster products; metal industries, fabricated; recycling and scrap; fuel dealers; storage yards and sales lots that are primary uses; and vehicle storage.

    2.

    Fence and wall requirement. This standard applies to solid fences and walls that are proposed along public roads and will be visible from the public road. Fences and walls shall be constructed of durable and high quality materials including but not limited to: masonry, river cobblestone, stucco or a combination of wood with stone or stucco columns. Solid wood fences are not allowed unless they are continuously screened with landscaping and maintained. Refer to the Templeton Community Design Plan, page V-16 through V-18, for criteria on fence and wall materials and detailing.

    3.

    Theater Drive/Highway 101 interchange. The following standards apply to a property on the west side of the Theater Drive/Highway 101 interchange, as shown in Figure 104-25.

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    Figure 104-25: CS - West side of Theater Dr. at Highway 101 and Main Street Interchange

    a.

    Limitation on use. Allowable land uses shall be limited to Building Materials and Hardware and incidental outdoor storage, Nursery Specialties, Cannabis Distribution Facilities, Cannabis Transport Facilities, and Vehicle and Freight Terminals.

    b.

    Height limitation. The height of structures shall not exceed 25 feet, except that an additional five feet may be utilized for architectural features such as cupolas or gabled vents on no more than one-third the length of any building. This 25-foot height limitation may be increased subject to an adjustment in compliance with Section 22.70.030 subject to a visual study that supports a finding that buildings will have appropriate forms to minimize their visual impact on surrounding properties and Highway 101. On 2006 Assessor's Parcel Number 040-201-024, no buildings or structures exceeding six feet in height shall be permitted within 150 feet of the east property line.

    c.

    Building coverage limitation. Building ground floor coverage is limited to 20 percent of the site.

    d.

    Landscaping/screening. Upon application for a land use permit or construction permit, a landscaping plan shall be submitted and shall meet the requirements of Chapter 22.16 of the County Land Use Ordinance. The landscaping plan shall include a buffer on the west, south and east sides that is deep enough for staggered in-depth plantings of shrubs and trees (evergreen with incidental deciduous species) with a minimum 15-foot height at plant maturity, to achieve a solid, natural-appearing screen from most angles of viewing. A minimum six-foot tall solid fence or screening wall (consistent with the Templeton Community Design Plan) shall be constructed at the interior boundary of the buffer area, and landscaping shall be installed in between the property lines and the fence or wall.

    e.

    Noise. Upon application for a land use or construction permit, a noise mitigation plan shall be submitted. The plan shall include measures such as buffers, solid fencing, vegetated earthen berms, and site design that would ensure that generation of noise would not significantly affect existing or future residential uses. Orientation of buildings shall be away from Residential Rural properties.

    f.

    Exterior Lighting. Exterior lighting shall be located and designed to direct light downward and to the interior of the site and to avoid the light source being visible from other properties, streets and Highway 101, by such means as shielding and full-cut off lights. A photometric analysis shall be provided with the submittal of any land use permit or change in lighting to determine the extent of off-site lighting and glare.

    g.

    Hours of operation. With any land use permit application, hours of operation shall be addressed to minimize night-time hours of operation including truck deliveries and unloading, to avoid noise impacts onto adjacent residential properties.

    h.

    Permit Requirement. A Conditional Use Permit application shall be submitted within 60 days of June 14, 2007, the effective date of the ordinance.

    4.

    Theater Drive. The following standards apply to a property on the west side of the Theater Drive/Highway 101 interchange, as shown in Figure 104-26.

    a.

    Limitation on use. Land uses shall be limited to agricultural processing, agricultural accessory structures, caretaker residence, crop production and grazing, energy-generating facilities (limited to renewable energy facilities), incidental offices, accessory storage, outdoor storage yards, cannabis distribution facilities, cannabis transport facilities, and vehicle and freight terminals.

    b.

    Screening. Any structures, parking areas and access roads visible from Highway 101, Main Street or Theater Drive shall be screened with landscaping capable of providing 80 percent screening within five years of installation.

    c.

    Noise. A noise mitigation plan shall be submitted with application for land use permit or land division. The plan shall include measures such as buffers, solid feeding, vegetated earthen berms and site design that would ensure that generation of noise would not significantly affect future residential uses on adjacent sites.

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    Figure 104-26: CS - Theatre Drive

    E.

    Office and Professional (OP). The following standards apply within the Office and Professional category.

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    Figure 104-27: OP - Las Tablas Road - Templeton

    1.

    Fence and wall requirement. This standard applies to solid fences and walls that are proposed along public roads and will be visible from the public road. Fences and walls shall be constructed of durable and high quality materials including but not limited to: masonry, river cobblestone, stucco or a combination of wood with stone or stucco columns. Solid wood fences are not allowed unless they are continuously screened with landscaping and maintained. Refer to the Templeton Community Design Plan, page V-16 through V-18, for criteria on fence and wall materials and detailing.

    2.

    Las Tablas Road - Residential uses. Multi-family dwellings are encouraged in the Office and Professional land use category on Las Tablas Road west of Highway 101, as shown in Figure 104-27, as part of mixed use projects and may be allowed as an incidental use, or as a principal use on no more than 50 percent of a site, through Conditional Use Permit approval. Residential units on property "A" as shown in Figure 104-27, may only be located in the crosshatched area and may be structurally detached from the commercial or office use on the site. Multi-family dwellings that would be affordable to employees of proposed projects should be encouraged in all discretionary land use permits for office and professional projects.

    F.

    Industrial (IND). The following standards apply within the Industrial category.

    1.

    Permit requirement. Minor Use Permit approval is required for new industrial construction or subdivision unless a Conditional Use Permit is otherwise required by this Title. Plan proposals shall include design provisions for internal orientation and circulation; substantial fencing and landscape screening to buffer adjoining residential areas; provide an amenable view from fronting streets; and provisions for mitigating noxious effects, appropriate services and adequate circulation.

    2.

    Buffer requirement. Storage yards and other Industrial outdoor use areas shall be set back 100 feet from adjacent residential uses and land use categories.

    3.

    Limitation on use - Railroad property. Allowable land uses are limited to: offices; accessory storage; storage yards; vehicle and freight terminals; and warehousing.

    G.

    Public Facilities (PF). The following standards apply within the Public Facilities land use category.

    1.

    North County Regional Center site. The following standards apply only to the County property at the No. Main Street and Highway 101 interchange as shown in Figure 104-28.

    a.

    Setback requirement. A 25-foot landscaped setback is required from the Highway 101 right-of-way for buffering and screening views from Highway 101.

    b.

    Architecture. Buildings should exemplify the historic character of Templeton

    2.

    West side of the railroad between Gibson and Phillips Roads. The following standards apply only to the property west of the railroad between Gibson and Phillips Roads shown in Figure 104-29, in addition to Subsection G.1.

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    Figure 104-28: PF - North County Regional Center - Templeton

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    Figure 104-29: PF - West Side of Railroad - Templeton

    a.

    Limitation on use. Land uses shall be limited to libraries and museums, outdoor sports and recreation, and public assembly and entertainment, in compliance with the land use permit requirements of Section 22.06.030.

    b.

    Access limitations. To minimize impacts to the existing residences on Gibson Road until a "through connection" is established, land uses shall be limited to libraries and museums, and outdoor sports and recreation. The project shall be limited to the capacity for traffic on Gibson Street at level-of-service (LOS) C, reserving capacity for other development affecting the street at build-out.

    c.

    Operational standards. To minimize the impacts of noise, water use, and night time illumination, proposed development shall comply with the requirements of the Noise Element of the General Plan, and the water-efficient landscape standards in Chapter 22.16.

    d.

    Hours of operation. All loud outdoor activity shall be limited to the hours between 7:00 a.m., and 10:00 p.m.

    3.

    South Main Street and Templeton Road site. The following standards apply only to the property located at the corner of South Main Street and Templeton Road as shown in Figure 104-30.

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    Figure 104-30: PF South Main St. and Templeton Rd

    a.

    Trail Corridor. New development shall be accompanied by development of a 20-foot wide recreational trail corridor in the vicinity of either South Main Street or the Southern Pacific Railroad right-of-way. The location and development of the trail corridor shall be at the discretion of County General Services-Parks Division.

    b.

    Limitation on access. Direct access onto Templeton Road shall be prohibited

    c.

    Limitation on use. Land uses shall be limited to indoor amusement and recreation facilities, libraries and museums, outdoor athletic facilities, public parks and play-grounds, schools, sports assembly, temporary events, health care services, social service organizations, caretaker quarters, offices, public assembly and entertainment facilities, and transit stations and terminals, in compliance with the land use permit requirements of Section 22.06.030.

    d.

    Design Standards. Development shall be in conformance with Templeton Community Design Plan. Prohibited exterior building materials include metal siding, unfinished or painted concrete block, and highly reflective surfaces.

    4.

    South Main Street site. The following standards apply only to the property located between South Main Street and Highway 101 as shown in Figure 104-31.

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    Figure 104-31: PF South Main Street

    a.

    Setback requirement. A minimum 25-foot landscaped setback is required from Highway 101 right-of-way for buffering and screening views from Highway 101.

    b.

    Limitation on use. Land uses shall be limited to indoor amusement and recreation facilities, libraries and museums, outdoor athletic facilities, public parks and playgrounds, schools, sports assembly, temporary events, health care services, social service organizations, caretaker quarters, offices, public assembly and entertainment facilities and transit stations and terminals, in compliance with the land use permit requirements of Section 22.06.030.

    c.

    Design Standards. Development shall be in conformance with Templeton Community Design Plan. Prohibited exterior building materials include metal siding, unfinished or painted concrete block, and highly reflective surfaces.

    H.

    Residential Rural (RR) - Theatre Drive and North Main Street. The following Residential Rural standards apply only to the properties shown in Figure 104-32.

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    Figure 104-32: RR - Theatre Drive and North Main Street

    1.

    Density limitation. The maximum residential density shall be as allowed by the Agriculture land use category. The maximum residential density may be increased to that allowed by the Residential Rural category by purchase of all additional development credits as part of a transfer of development credits program.

    2.

    Cluster subdivision requirement. New land divisions proposing more than two parcels shall be clustered in compliance with Section 22.22.140, or utilize other techniques that achieve the same result as clustering. Open space parcels shall be located on the visible portions of sites as viewed from Highway 101 and where agricultural operations can be continued, as well as other applicable locations. Refer to the cluster development guidelines on page V-10 in the Templeton Community Design Plan.

    I.

    Residential Suburban (RS). The following standards apply within the Residential Suburban land use category.

    1.

    Fence and wall requirement. This standard applies to solid fences and walls that are proposed along public roads and will be visible from the public road. Fences and walls shall be constructed of durable and high quality materials including but not limited to: masonry, river cobblestone, stucco or a combination of wood with stone or stucco columns. Solid wood fences are not allowed unless they are continuously screened with landscaping and maintained. Refer to the Templeton Community Design Plan, page V-16 through V-18, for criteria on fence and wall materials and detailing.

    2.

    Mobile home parks and mobile home subdivisions - Density limitation. Mobile home parks and subdivisions are limited to a density no greater than one unit and residential parcel per acre.

    3.

    Limitation on siting. Development on APN 39-381-047 and 048, and 39-411-021, 028 and 029, shown in Figure 104-33, shall be set back a minimum of 100 feet northerly of the 800-foot contour elevation traversing the site. Development shall be designed to maximize visual rural separation between Templeton and Atascadero.

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    Figure 104-33: RS - Limitation on Siting - Templeton

    4.

    South of Vineyard Drive. The following standard applies only to land south of Vineyard Drive, as shown in Figure 104-34.

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    Figure 104-34: RS - South of Vineyard Drive - Templeton

    a.

    Land division requirement. Land divisions shall be clustered in compliance with the cluster division requirements of Section 22.22.140. Part of the required open space shall be offered to the County for a park and multi-use paths for walking and bicycling.

    b.

    Density Limitation. The maximum residential density shall be as allowed by the Agriculture land use category. The maximum residential density may be increased to that allowed by the Residential Suburban category by purchase of all additional development credits as part of a transfer of development credits program.

    c.

    Lot 99 of Tract 2324. The following standards apply to the southwest corner of Vineyard Drive and Bethel Road, site No. 1 as shown in figure 104-34 instead of Subsection D.4.a and b:

    i.

    The site shall be designated as a Transfer of Development Credits receiver site.

    ii.

    Density shall be limited to a maximum of four parcels unless a larger parcel size is otherwise required by the Land Use Ordinance (for base and bonus density under the Transfer of Development Credit Program). Density for subdivision of this parcel may also be based on the overall allowable density over the entire acreage of Tract 2324. The purchase of development credits is required for each parcel created.

    iii.

    Residential development shall be similar and compatible with Tract 2324 including setbacks, architectural design and colors.

    iv.

    CC&Rs shall be established that are similar and compatible with the CC&Rs for Tract 2324 or the site shall be incorporated into the existing Homeowners Association for Tract 2324.

    5.

    Casper Road - Noise standards. To minimize freeway noise impacts, new development within the RS category along Casper Road (Figure 104-35) shall comply with the Noise Element of the General Plan and Section 22.10.120. When an acoustical report is required the report shall, at a minimum, contain existing and build-out noise levels. The report shall also identify mitigation measures to reduce noise to acceptable interior and exterior levels in compliance with the Noise Element and the least noise-sensitive areas of the property for habitable development.

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    Figure 104-35: RS - Casper Road - Templeton

    J.

    Residential Single-Family (RSF). The following standards apply within the Residential Single-Family category.

    1.

    Land division limitation. Single family lots created through new land divisions shall be at least 7,500 square feet. Affordable housing projects may have smaller parcels in compliance with Chapter 22.22. See the Templeton Community Design Plan for other guidelines on subdivisions.

    2.

    Design standards - Zoning Clearances for single-family residences. New single-family residential development shall comply with the following standards unless modified through a Minor Use Permit or Conditional Use Permit:

    a.

    Driveway frontage. Driveway width is limited to a maximum 16 feet, except for flag lots, cul-de-sac lots and lots with less than 40 feet frontage, or where a wider driveway is needed for County Fire Department requirements.

    b.

    Garage location. Garages and carports shall be located five feet further back from the street than the front of residences, except where limited site area, width and/or access make the required setback infeasible, an adjustment may be approved in compliance with Section 22.70.030.

    Refer to the Templeton Community Design Plan, pages V-5 and 6, for more guidance on driveways and garage location.

    c.

    Fence and wall requirement. This standard applies to solid fences and walls that are proposed along public roads and will be visible from the public road. Fences and walls shall be constructed of durable and high quality materials including but not limited to: masonry, river cobblestone, stucco or a combination of wood with stone or stucco columns. Solid wood fences are not allowed unless they are continuously screened with landscaping and maintained. Refer to the Templeton Community Design Plan, page V-16 through V-18, for criteria on fence and wall materials and detailing.

    3.

    Golden Meadow Drive. The maximum number of parcels allowed in the Residential Single-Family land use category located north and south of Golden Meadow Drive (Lots 1-5 and 29-33 of Rosemead Farms No. 1) as shown in Figure 104-36, shall be calculated on the basis of one lot per 20,000 square feet of gross site area.

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    Figure 104-36: RSF - Golden Meadow Drive - Templeton

    K.

    Residential Multi-Family (RMF). The following standards apply within the Residential Multi-Family category.

    1.

    Density limitation. Allowable density is limited to a maximum of 26 dwelling units per acre, with maximum floor area and minimum open area to be in compliance with the medium density criteria in Chapter 22.22. An exception is provided that the area shown in Figure 104-37 is limited to a maximum of 12 dwellings per acre, with maximum floor area and minimum open area to be in compliance with the low density criteria in Chapter 22.22.

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    Figure 104-37: RMF - Low Density Multi-Family Area - Templeton

    2.

    Design standards - Zoning Clearances for four or fewer multi-family residential and accessory buildings. Multi-family residential structures and accessory buildings that are required by Section 22.06.030 (Allowable Land Uses and Permit Requirements) to have Zoning Clearance approval shall comply with the following design standards. Applicants who wish to design a project differently than allowed by these standards may apply for a Minor Use Permit to be reviewed for conformance with the Templeton Community Design Plan. An exception or modification to these standards may be granted through approval of a Minor Use Permit.

    a.

    Driveway width. Driveway width is limited to a maximum 16 feet, except for flag lots and cul-de-sac lots, or where a wider driveway is needed for County Fire Department requirements. Refer to the Templeton Community Design Plan, pages V-5 and 6, for more guidance on driveways.

    b.

    Garage location. Garages and carports shall be located further back from the street than the front of residences, except where limited site area, width and/or access make the required setback infeasible, an adjustment may be approved as authorized in Chapter 22.70.030. Refer to the Templeton Community Design Plan, pages V-5 and 6, for more guidance on garage location.

    c.

    Street tree requirement. One street tree is required at least every 50 feet adjacent to a street, within 15 feet of the street right-of-way. Street trees shall be from the street tree list in the Templeton Community Design Plan, page V-9.

    d.

    Fence and wall requirement. This standard applies to solid fences and walls that are proposed along public roads and will be visible from the public road. Fences and walls shall be constructed of durable and high quality materials including but not limited to: masonry, river cobblestone, stucco or a combination of wood with stone or stucco columns. Solid wood fences are not allowed unless they are continuously screened with landscaping and maintained. Refer to the Templeton Community Design Plan, page V-16 through V-18, for criteria on fence and wall materials and detailing.

    e.

    Wall, roof and balcony articulation. Building walls and balconies shall be inset or notched at least once for every 30 linear feet. Insets shall be at least one foot and shall be extended to the roof cornice or penetrate the roof plane. Roofs shall be pitched and shall not be mansard style. Refer to the Templeton Community Design Plan, page V-14, for guidance on massing of buildings.

    Exterior stairs, balconies and porches shall be covered by the roof plane and form part of the building articulation. Refer to the residential architectural guidelines starting on page VI-18 in the Templeton Community Design Plan.

    f.

    Private patios and balconies within multi-family projects. Private outdoor use areas shall be provided for individual dwelling units. Private balconies shall be provided with a depth of at least six feet and a width of at least 10 feet. Private ground level patios shall be provided with an area of at least 150 square feet. Refer to pages VI-20 and 24 of the Templeton Community Design Plan.

    g.

    Building materials. Wall surface materials shall be wood or wood-appearing materials, stucco, brick, or rock. Prohibited wall materials include metal siding, unfinished or painted concrete block or brick, metal window awnings, and reflective glass. Refer to page VI-21 of the Templeton Community Design Plan for more discussion concerning materials.

    h.

    Building trim and color. Cornices and moldings at building corners, eaves, baseboard lines, and window borders shall be provided except for windows that are not flush with a wall surface. Refer to the residential architectural guidelines starting on page VI-18 in the Templeton Community Design Plan.

    Building color shall be equal to or greater than 4 in value and no brighter than 6 in chroma on the Munsell color scale, on file at the Department. Trim colors shall be complementary to wall colors. Refer to pages VI-16 of the Templeton Community Design Plan for more information.

    i.

    Garage doors. Garage doors shall be inset into the wall plane and not be flush with it. See page VI-25 of the Templeton Community Design Plan.

    j.

    Chimneys. Where used in exterior walls, chimneys shall be projected at least 8 inches from the wall plane. See page VI-25 of the Templeton Community Design Plan for more information.

[Amended 1996, Ord. 2776; 1999, Ord. 2865; 2003, Ord. 3010; Added 2006, Ord. 3096; Amended 2006, Ord. 3097; 2007, Ord. 3116; 2007, Ord. 3125; 2010, Ord. 3207; 2014, Ord. 3256; 2017, Ord. 3358; 2018, Ord. 3377]