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STAFF REPORT
Development Services Department
DATE: August 7, 2012
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Jason Kruckeberg, Assistant City Manager /Development Services Director2)L
Jim Kasama, Community Development Administrator
Prepared By: Thomas Li, Associate Planner-tZ
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF TEXT AMENDMENT NO. TA 12 -02; AND
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2300 AMENDING VARIOUS
SECTIONS OF ARTICLE IX (DIVISION AND USE OF LAND), CHAPTER
2 (ZONING REGULATIONS) OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE
REGARDING THE PARKING AND STORAGE REGULATIONS IN THE
SINGLE - FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ZONES FOR MOTOR VEHICLES,
INCLUDING RECREATIONAL VEHICLES (RVS), TRUCKS,
COMMERCIAL VEHICLES, MOTORCYCLES, MOTORBIKES, BUSES,
MOTORHOMES, TRAILERS, BOATS, AND HOUSECARS.
Recommendation: Approve Text Amendment No. TA 12 -02 and
Introduce Ordinance No. 2300
SUMMARY
At the March 6, 2012, meeting, the City Council directed staff to develop a proposal for
amending the parking regulations for recreational vehicles (RVs) in the single - family
residential zones. The proposed Text Amendment No. TA 12 -02 and Ordinance No.
2300 would amend the parking and storage regulations for RVs to avoid the visual
impacts that these vehicles can impose on residential neighborhoods when
parked /stored for indefinite periods in areas visible from public rights -of -way. The
Planning Commission reviewed and commented on the proposed Text Amendment;
and the Commission's recommendations have been incorporated into the proposed
regulations. It is recommended that the City Council approve Text Amendment No. TA
12 -02, and introduce Ordinance No. 2300, which is attached as Exhibit `A'.
BACKGROUND
At the January 17, 2012, City Council Meeting, Mr. John Murphy addressed the City
Council on the subject of vehicles parked /stored in front yards in his neighborhood, and
presented the attached photographs (Exhibit `B'). He called the City Council's attention
Text Amendment No. TA 12 -02
Ordinance No. 2300 — RV Regulations
August 7, 2012 — Page 2 of 7
to the following Arcadia Municipal Code provisions, which he said need to be amended;
in particular, the second paragraph, which excludes RVs and other "out -of- the - ordinary"
vehicles from the limitations on parking in areas visible from public rights -of -way:
MOTOR VEHICLE LIMITATIONS— REQUIREMENTS.
No more than four (4) motor vehicles shall be parked in the open, that
is in a manner whereby the vehicles are visible from the adjacent public
rights -of -way, on any single- family residential lot for more than five (5)
consecutive days.
The term "motor vehicles" as used in these Sections shall not include
the following vehicles: trucks one (1) ton or larger, registered commercial
vehicles, motorcycles, motorbikes, buses, motorhomes, recreational
vehicles, trailers, boats and housecars.
The City Council directed staff to present a report on the current regulations for
discussion at a future meeting. The discussion was held at the March 6, 2012, City
Council meeting.
The aforementioned regulations exclude from the four (4) vehicle and five (5)
consecutive -day parking limitations, all manner of recreational vehicles, motorcycles,
and large, commercial vehicles. The first paragraph applies to standard, passenger
vehicles, and in enforcing these regulations, the five (5) consecutive -day limit is applied
so that not more than four (4) standard, passenger vehicles are to be parked in the
open and visible from an adjacent, public, right -of -way. Violations of these limits are
rare because it is inconvenient to park that many vehicles in a driveway, and because
overnight, on- street parking permits are readily available.
Because of the availability of on- street parking permits, and the exception of
recreational vehicles from the parking limits, there are many single - family properties
where the driveways are used to store recreational vehicles in full -view from public
rights -of -way. Also, because the City of Arcadia's regulations do not require that the
vehicles that are parked or stored at a property be registered to the occupants of that
property, it has been reported that there are situations where the recreational vehicle
being stored at a property belongs to someone other than a resident of that property.
The photographs that Mr. Murphy presented (Exhibit `B') include passenger vehicles
that may be inoperable, recreational vehicles being stored in the open, and a vehicle
parked on an unpaved surface. Storage of inoperable vehicles and parking on unpaved
surfaces are violations that are covered by other provisions of the Arcadia Municipal
Code, and are readily addressed by Code Services.
There is no limit on the number of registered commerciaa vehicles and /or recreational
vehicles, including boats and other recreational equipment on trailers that may be
Text Amendment No. TA 12 -02
Ordinance No. 2300 — RV Regulations
August 7, 2012 — Page 3 of 7
parked and /or stored at a single - family zoned property, so long as the vehicles are
operable and parked on a paved surface, including in the front yard.
The attached summary (Exhibit 'C') of the recreational vehicle (RV) parking restrictions
of neighboring cities was reviewed. The term "RV" as used by these cities includes
boats and trailers, but does not include commercial vehicles. At the conclusion of the
discussion, the City Council directed staff to prepare draft regulations for Planning
Commission review and City Council consideration.
The Planning Commission held two discussions and two public hearings on the draft
regulations. A first draft of potential regulations was presented to the Planning
Commission at their March 27, 2012, meeting, and a second discussion was held at
their April 24, 2012, meeting. These discussions were followed by a noticed public
hearing that was held at their May 22, 2012, and June 26, 2012, meetings. The
Planning Commission reviewed the regulations of other cities (Exhibit 'C') and
discussed several different regulatory aspects, such as:
■ Requirements that RVs be parked on paved surfaces, and are operable — these
requirements are already covered by the property maintenance provisions of the
Arcadia Municipal Code. However, these requirements should be included in the
new regulations because it is important that they be clearly stated so that
property owners are readily aware of them. The Planning Commission felt that
the current five (5) consecutive -day limit is appropriate and should be retained.
■ Many types of vehicles are considered RVs, and the City's current regulations
exempt other types of vehicles, including trucks one (1) ton or larger, registered
commercial vehicles, and buses. It was suggested that the Planning Commission
may wish to consider a detailed list of RVs, such as the one included in the City
of Glendora's regulations (attached as Exhibit 'D') or utilize the simpler term,
"RV," and specify a maximum size to be allowed to be stored at a single - family
property. One Commissioner indicated that he was not in favor of stringent
restrictions because he does not perceive RVs to be a significant nuisance.
■ If strict regulations are adopted for the parking of RVs at single - family properties,
residents that own such vehicles and equipment may have to rely on commercial
storage facilities for their vehicles. There are currently no such facilities in the
City of Arcadia, but four RV storage facilities were identified within five -miles of
the City, and the prices to store RVs at these facilities ranges from $70 to $182
per month for storage spaces of 10'x18' to 12'x45', respectively. A
Commissioner stated that he was not in favor of regulations that would
necessitate the storing of RVs at a storage facility, because the resident would
be burdened with monthly storage fees.
■ Should there be exceptions for visitors with RVs; especially during the holidays,
and maybe summertime? And, could those visitors park their RVs on the
driveways of their host's property and stay in the vehicles on a temporary basis?
Text Amendment No. TA 12 -02
Ordinance No. 2300 — RV Regulations
August 7, 2012 — Page 4 of 7
The Planning Commission decided that the regulations should include provisions
that would allow this.
■ Would a grace period for enforcement of any new regulations be appropriate to
allow time for RV owners to make storage arrangements? The Planning
Commission discussed various time periods, and decided on a 60 -day grace
period.
Two residents addressed the Planning Commission at the May 22, 2012, meeting: Mr.
John Murphy and Ms. Mary Dougherty. They both expressed support for the proposed
regulations, but said they are concerned about the exception to allow an RV to be
parked in the front or street side yard areas if there is no access to an interior side or
rear yard area. In addition, the attached correspondence and photographs (Exhibit 'E')
were submitted by Mr. and Mrs. Lindgren, and Mr. DeWayne Lupton of La Ramada
Avenue regarding a property on their block that has a large RV parked in the front yard.
The Planning Commission agreed with the speakers' issues, but expressed concern
about the limited public participation. The Commission continued the public hearing to
their June 26, 2012, meeting, and directed staff to expand the public outreach for this
item.
Per the Commission's direction, announcements that the Planning Commission was to
consider proposed RV regulations were posted on the Arcadia City website, broadcast
on the City's cable channel, posted on the Arcadia's Best and Arcadia Chamber of
Commerce websites, and an announcement was made at the June 19, 2012, City
Council meeting.
At the Planning Commission meeting on June 26, 2012, four residents addressed the
Planning Commission. Ms. Mary Dougherty, and Mr. John Murphy restated their
support for the proposed regulations, with the proviso that the exception to allow RVs to
park in public view if a property does not have vehicular access to a side or rear yard
area be eliminated. Ms. Mary Lindgren and Mr. DeWayne Lupton of La Ramada
Avenue also addressed the Planning Commission in support of the proposed
regulations, and also said that the exception should not be included.
The Planning Commission stated that they concurred with the speakers' concerns and
voted 4 -0 with one Commissioner absent to recommend approval to the City Council of
the proposed regulations with the deletion of the exception, and the addition of a 60 -day
grace period for the enforcement of the new regulations.
Excerpts of the Minutes of the four (4) Planning Commission meetings are attached as
Exhibits F, G, H and I.
DISCUSSION
Text Amendment No. TA 12 -02, proposes to amend the vehicle parking regulations of
the R -M, R -0, and R -1 single - family zones in accordance with the recommendations of
Text Amendment No. TA 12 -02
Ordinance No. 2300 — RV Regulations
August 7, 2012 — Page 5 of 7
the Planning Commission. The exception to allow RVs to park in public view if a
property does not have vehicular access to a side or rear yard area has been removed,
and a 60 -day grace period is included in Ordinance No. 2300 (Exhibit `A').
This draft of proposed regulations is based on a compilation of the existing regulations
in the three (3) single - family zones, and the comments by the Planning Commission
from their two discussions and the public hearing:
MOTOR VEHICLE LIMITATIONS — REQUIREMENTS.
A. No more than four (4) motor vehicles shall be parked in the open, that is,
in a manner whereby the vehicles are visible from the adjacent public
rights -of -way, on any single- family residential lot for more than five (5)
consecutive days.
The term "motor vehicles" as used in these Sections shall not include
registered commercial vehicles which exceed three (3) tons in unladen
gross weight.
B. Notwithstanding the above limitations, recreational vehicles (RVs) are
subject to the following restrictions:
1. The term "recreational vehicle" or "RV" as used in these Sections
shall include motorhomes, buses, campervans, truck campers, popup
campers, travel trailers, fifth -wheel trailers, motorcycles, watercraft
such as boats and water scooters, and other similar types of
vehicles.
2. The parking and storage of recreational vehicles shall be limited to
the rear and interior side yard areas, and shall be screened from view
from adjacent streets and properties.
3. Recreational vehicles shall not block the use of the driveway and
garage, or be located within any required back -out areas.
4. Recreational vehicles shall be owned by and registered to the
residents of the property and the registrations must be current; shall
not be used for storage, living, or sleeping while parked on the
property; and shall not be connected to utilities for more than 72
hours.
EXCEPTION: A Temporary Recreational Vehicle Occupancy Permit
may be obtained for guests or family members to occupy a
recreational vehicle on the property for a period of not more than one
(1) week. An application shall be submitted in writing to the
Community Development Division, and requires approval by the
Development Services Director or designee. The application shall be
Text Amendment No. TA 12 -02
Ordinance No. 2300 — RV Regulations
August 7, 2012 — Page 6 of 7
submitted with a filing fee in an amount established by resolution of
the City Council. Up to two (2) applications may be approved in a
calendar year.
5. Recreational vehicles shall not encroach into any public right -of -way.
6. Recreational vehicles shall be parked on an approved paved surface.
7. Motorized recreational vehicles shall be operable.
MOTOR VEHICLE LIMITATIONS — REQUIREMENTS. COMMERCIAL
VEHICLES.
No commercial vehicles as defined by the California Vehicle Code which
exceed three (3) tons in unladen gross weight shall be parked or left standing
from the hour of seven (7) p.m. of any day to seven (7) a.m. of the following
day on any part of any property zoned or used for residential purposes.
The R -M zoning regulations included a Section on the Purpose and Legislative Findings
for motor vehicle limitations. This language was not part of the regulations of the R -0
and R -1 zones, but it is proposed to be included with the new regulations for all three (3)
single - family zones. The language is presented in Section 1 of the attached Ordinance
No. 2300 (Exhibit `A') and provides a background for the regulations that follow it. The
Purpose and Legislative Findings is consistent with the rationale that generated this
Text Amendment No. TA 12 -02, which is intended to address the concerns raised in
regards to the parking and storage of recreational vehicles and other types of non -
passenger vehicles in the single - family residential zones.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
The proposed Text Amendment is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA). There is no possibility that the Text Amendment will have a significant effect
on the environment per Section 15305 of the CEQA Guidelines as a minor alteration in
land use limitations. A Preliminary Exemption Assessment is attached as Exhibit 'J'.
PUBLIC NOTICE AND COMMENTS
A public hearing notice of the City Council's consideration of Text Amendment No. TA
12 -02 and Ordinance No. 2300 was published in the July 26, 2012, edition of the
Arcadia Weekly.
In addition to the correspondence and photos (Exhibit `E') received by the Planning
Commission, the attached three (3) emails (Exhibit `K') were sent to the City Council.
Text Amendment No. TA 12 -02
Ordinance No. 2300 — RV Regulations
August 7, 2012 — Page 7 of 7
FISCAL IMPACT
The proposed Ordinance No. 2300 should not have a significant fiscal impact. There
will be costs for administering the new Temporary Recreational Vehicle Occupancy
Permit, for which a process and fee will be developed at a late time, and there will be
added costs for the enforcement of the new regulations. But, the permit cost and permit
fee should offset each other, and with a 60 -day grace period, a significant amount of
time should not need to be expended on enforcement.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council approve Text Amendment No. TA 12 -02, and
introduce the attached Ordinance No. 2300 (Exhibit `A'):
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ARTICLE IX (DIVISION AND USE OF LAND)
CHAPTER 2 (ZONING REGULATIONS) OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL
CODE REGARDING THE PARKING AND STORAGE REGULATIONS IN
THE SINGLE - FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ZONES FOR MOTOR VEHICLES,
INCLUDING RECREATIONAL VEHICLES (RVS), TRUCKS, COMMERCIAL
VEHICLES, MOTORCYCLES, MOTORBIKES, BUSES, MOTORHOMES,
TRAILERS, BOATS, AND HOUSECARS.
Approved:
Dominic Lazzare
City Manager
Attarrhmantc
Exhibit A — Ordinance No. 2300
Exhibit B — Photos from Mr. Murphy
Exhibit C — Summary of RV Regulations from Neighboring Cities
Exhibit D — Glendora RV Regulations
Exhibit E — Correspondence and Photos from Residents of La Ramada Avenue
Exhibit F — Minutes Excerpt of the March 27, 2012 Planning Commission Meeting
Exhibit G — Minutes Excerpt of the April 24, 2012 Planning Commission Meeting
Exhibit H — Minutes Excerpt of the May 22, 2012 Planning Commission Meeting
Exhibit I — Minutes Excerpt of the June 26, 2012 Planning Commission Meeting
Exhibit J — Preliminary Exemption Assessment
Exhibit K — Emails in Opposition to Ordinance No. 2300
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ORDINANCE NO. 2300
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS
OF ARTICLE IX (DIVISION AND USE OF LAND) CHAPTER 2
(ZONING REGULATIONS) OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL
CODE REGARDING THE PARKING AND STORAGE
REGULATIONS IN THE SINGLE - FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
ZONES FOR MOTOR VEHICLES, INCLUDING
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES (RVS), TRUCKS, COMMERCIAL
VEHICLES, MOTORCYCLES, MOTORBIKES, BUSES,
MOTORHOMES, TRAILERS, BOATS, AND HOUSECARS
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DOES
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Sections 9250.3.10 and 9250.3.11 of Title 3, Division 0, Part 5,
Chapter 2 of Article IX of the Arcadia Municipal Code are hereby amended to read in
their entirety as follows:
"9250.3.10. MOTOR VEHICLE LIMITATIONS — PURPOSE AND LEGISLATIVE
FINDINGS.
The purpose of Arcadia Municipal Code Section 9250.3.11 is to help maintain
appropriate residential appearance and minimize blight in the community. It has been
determined that an increasing number of complaints exist with regard to the outdoor
storage of large numbers of motor vehicles on single - family residentially zoned property.
The City's single - family residential zones are intended to serve primarily as areas in
which residential dwellings may be constructed, families housed and activities which are
incidental to and typical to residential living may be enjoyed. It is recognized that there
is a point at which the existence of numerous motor vehicles on property may constitute
a use inconsistent with zoning and more consistent with maintenance of a public
nuisance and eyesore in the particular neighborhood. The purpose of the ordinance
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Exhibit `A'
Ordinance No. 2300
from which this section derives is to address these and related concerns and is
consistent with the following findings:
A. The City Council of the City of Arcadia ( "Council ") has determined that the
City has an extensive and widely recognized history and reputation for well -kept
properties and that the general welfare of the City is founded, in part, upon the
appearance and maintenance of properties.
B. The Council has determined that the keeping or maintaining of properties
at variance with the level of maintenance of surrounding properties will result in
substantial diminution in the enjoyment, use, and aesthetic and property values of such
surrounding properties.
C. The Council has determined that it is desirous to enhance and promote
the maintenance of property and the enhancement of the livability, community
appearance, and the social and economic conditions of the community.
D. The Council has further determined that the uses and abuses of property
as described in this Section reasonably relate to the proper exercise of police power to
protect the health, safety and general welfare of the public.
E. The Council has determined that the provisions described in this Section
will enhance the appearance and value of such properties rather than be a burden on
the owners thereof.
F. The strong role of aesthetic concerns as justification for exercise of the
police power has been reemphasized by the United States Supreme Court in recent
cases.
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Exhibit `A'
Ordinance No. 2300
G. The maintenance of the numerous motor vehicles on residential property
can constitute or contribute to conditions inconsistent with the aforementioned purpose
and findings. Enforcement shall be consistent with the purpose and findings set out in
this Section."
"9250.3.11. MOTOR VEHICLE LIMITATIONS —REQUIREMENTS.
A. No more than four (4) motor vehicles shall be parked in the open, that is,
in a manner whereby the vehicles are visible from the adjacent public rights -of -way, on
any single - family residential lot for more than five (5) consecutive days.
The term "motor vehicles" as used in these Sections shall not include registered
commercial vehicles which exceed three (3) tons in unladen gross weight.
B. Notwithstanding the above limitations, recreational vehicles (RVs) are
subject to the following restrictions:
1. The term "recreational vehicle" or "RV" as used in these Sections shall
include motorhomes, buses, campervans, truck campers, popup campers, travel
trailers, fifth -wheel trailers, motorcycles, watercraft such as boats and water scooters,
and other similar types of vehicles.
2. The parking and storage of recreational vehicles shall be limited to the
rear and interior side yard areas, and shall be screened from view from adjacent streets
and properties.
3. Recreational vehicles shall not block the use of the driveway and garage,
or be located within any required back -out areas.
K,
Exhibit `A'
Ordinance No. 2300
4. Recreational vehicles shall be owned by and registered to the residents of
the property and the registrations must be current; shall not be used for storage, living,
or sleeping while parked on the property, and shall not be connected to utilities for more
than 72 hours.
EXCEPTION: A Temporary Recreational Vehicle Occupancy Permit may be
obtained for guests or family members to occupy a recreational vehicle on the property
for a period of not more than one (1) week. An application shall be submitted in writing
to the Community Development Division, and requires approval by the Development
Services Director or designee. The application shall be submitted with a filing fee in an
amount established by resolution of the City Council. Up to two (2) applications may be
approved in a calendar year.
5. Recreational vehicles shall not encroach into any public right -of -way.
6. Recreational vehicles shall be parked on an approved paved surface.
7. Motorized recreational vehicles shall be operable."
SECTION 2. Section 9250.3.11.1 is hereby added to Title 3, Division 0, Part 5,
Chapter 2 of Article IX of the Arcadia Municipal Code to read in its entirety as follows:
"9250.3.11.1. MOTOR VEHICLE LIMITATIONS — REQUIREMENTS.
COMMERCIAL VEHICLES.
"No commercial vehicles as defined by the California Vehicle Code which exceed
three (3) tons in unladen gross weight shall be parked or left standing from the hour of
seven (7) p.m. of any day to seven (7) a.m. of the following day on any part of any
property zoned or used for residential purposes."
Id
Exhibit `A'
Ordinance No. 2300
SECTION 3. Section 9251.2.14.1 is hereby added to Title 2, Division 1, Part 5,
Chapter 2 of Article IX of the Arcadia Municipal Code to read in its entirety as follows:
"9251.2.14.1. MOTOR VEHICLE LIMITATIONS — PURPOSE AND
LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS.
The purpose of Arcadia Municipal Code Section 9251.2.14.2 is to help maintain
appropriate residential appearance and minimize blight in the community. It has been
determined that an increasing number of complaints exist with regard to the outdoor
storage of large numbers of motor vehicles on single - family residentially zoned property.
The City's single - family residential zones are intended to serve primarily as areas in
which residential dwellings may be constructed, families housed and activities which are
incidental to and typical to residential living may be enjoyed. It is recognized that there
is a point at which the existence of numerous motor vehicles on property may constitute
a use inconsistent with zoning and more consistent with maintenance of a public
nuisance and eyesore in the particular neighborhood. The purpose of the ordinance
from which this section derives is to address these and related concerns and is
consistent with the following findings:
A. The City Council of the City of Arcadia ( "Council ") has determined that the
City has an extensive and widely recognized history and reputation for well -kept
properties and that the general welfare of the City is founded, in part, upon the
appearance and maintenance of properties.
B. The Council has determined that the keeping or maintaining of properties
at variance with the level of maintenance of surrounding properties will result in
substantial diminution in the enjoyment, use, and aesthetic and property values of such
surrounding properties.
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Exhibit `A'
Ordinance No. 2300
C. The Council has determined that it is desirous to enhance and promote
the maintenance of property and the enhancement of the livability, community
appearance, and the social and economic conditions of the community.
D. The Council has further determined that the uses and abuses of property
as described in this Section reasonably relate to the proper exercise of police power to
protect the health, safety and general welfare of the public.
E. The Council has determined that the provisions described in this Section
will enhance the appearance and value of such properties rather than be a burden on
the owners thereof.
F. The strong role of aesthetic concerns as justification for exercise of the
police power has been reemphasized by the United States Supreme Court in recent
cases.
G. The maintenance of the numerous motor vehicles on residential property
can constitute or contribute to conditions inconsistent with the aforementioned purpose
and findings. Enforcement shall be consistent with the purpose and findings set out in
this Section."
SECTION 4. Section 9251.2.14.2 of Title 2, Division 1, Part 5, Chapter 2 of
Article IX of the Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as
follows:
"9251.2.14.2. MOTOR VEHICLE LIMITATIONS — REQUIREMENTS.
A. No more than four (4) motor vehicles shall be parked in the open, that is in
a manner whereby the vehicles are visible from the adjacent public rights -of -way, on
any single - family residential lot for more than five (5) consecutive days.
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Exhibit `A'
Ordinance No. 2300
The term "motor vehicles" as used in these Sections shall not include registered
commercial vehicles which exceed three (3) tons in unladen gross weight.
B. Notwithstanding the above limitations, recreational vehicles (RVs) are
subject to the following restrictions:
1. The term "recreational vehicle" or "RV" as used in these Sections shall
include motorhomes, buses, campervans, truck campers, popup campers, travel
trailers, fifth -wheel trailers, motorcycles, watercraft such as boats and water scooters,
and other similar types of vehicles.
2. The parking and storage of recreational vehicles shall be limited to the
rear and interior side yard areas, and shall be screened from view from adjacent streets
and properties.
3. Recreational vehicles shall not block the use of the driveway and garage,
or be located within any required back -out areas.
4. Recreational vehicles shall be owned by and registered to the residents of
the property and the registrations must be current; shall not be used for storage, living,
or sleeping while parked on the property; and shall not be connected to utilities for more
than 72 hours.
EXCEPTION: A Temporary Recreational Vehicle Occupancy Permit may be
obtained for guests or family members to occupy a recreational vehicle on the property
for a period of not more than one (1) week. An application shall be submitted in writing
to the Community Development Division, and requires approval by the Development
Services Director or designee. The application shall be submitted with a filing fee in an
amount established by resolution of the City Council. Up to two (2) applications may be
approved in a calendar year.
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Exhibit `A'
Ordinance No. 2300
5. Recreational vehicles shall not encroach into any public right -of -way.
6. Recreational vehicles shall be parked on an approved paved surface.
7. Motorized recreational vehicles shall be operable."
SECTION 5. Title 2, Division 1, Part 5, Chapter 2 of Article IX of the Arcadia
Municipal Code is hereby amended by renumbering Section 9251.2.14.2 to
9251.2.14.3.
SECTION 6. Section 9252.2.13.1 is hereby added to Title 2, Division 2, Part
5, Chapter 2 of Article IX of the Arcadia Municipal Code to read in its entirety as follows:
"9252.2.13.1. MOTOR VEHICLE LIMITATIONS — PURPOSE AND
LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS.
The purpose of Arcadia Municipal Code Section 9252.2.13.2 is to help maintain
appropriate residential appearance and minimize blight in the community. It has been
determined that an increasing number of complaints exist with regard to the outdoor
storage of large numbers of motor vehicles on single - family residentially zoned property.
The City's single - family residential zones are intended to serve primarily as areas in
which residential dwellings may be constructed, families housed and activities which are
incidental to and typical to residential living may be enjoyed. It is recognized that there
is a point at which the existence of numerous motor vehicles on property may constitute
a use inconsistent with zoning and more consistent with maintenance of a public
nuisance and eyesore in the particular neighborhood. The purpose of the ordinance
from which this section derives is to address these and related concerns and is
consistent with the following findings:
Exhibit `A'
Ordinance No. 2300
A. The City Council of the City of Arcadia ( "Council ") has determined that the
City has an extensive and widely recognized history and reputation for well -kept
properties and that the general welfare of the City is founded, in part, upon the
appearance and maintenance of properties.
B. The Council has determined that the keeping or maintaining of properties
at variance with the level of maintenance of surrounding properties will result in
substantial diminution in the enjoyment, use, and aesthetic and property values of such
surrounding properties.
C. The Council has determined that it is desirous to enhance and promote
the maintenance of property and the enhancement of the livability, community
appearance, and the social and economic conditions of the community.
D. The Council has further determined that the uses and abuses of property
as described in this Section reasonably relate to the proper exercise of police power to
protect the health, safety and general welfare of the public.
E. The Council has determined that the provisions described in this Section
will enhance the appearance and value of such properties rather than be a burden on
the owners thereof.
F. The strong role of aesthetic concerns as justification for exercise of the
police power has been reemphasized by the United States Supreme Court in recent
cases.
G. The maintenance of the numerous motor vehicles on residential property
can constitute or contribute to conditions inconsistent with the aforementioned purpose
and findings. Enforcement shall be consistent with the purpose and findings set out in
this Section."
0
Exhibit `A'
Ordinance No. 2300
SECTION 7. Section 9252.2.13.2 of Title 2, Division 2, Part 5, Chapter 2 of
Article IX of the Arcadia Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as
follows:
"9252.2.13.2. MOTOR VEHICLE LIMITATIONS — REQUIREMENTS.
A. No more than four (4) motor vehicles shall be parked in the open, that is in
a manner whereby the vehicles are visible from the adjacent public rights -of -way, on
any single - family residential lot for more than five (5) consecutive days.
The term "motor vehicles" as used in these Sections shall not include registered
commercial vehicles which exceed three (3) tons in unladen gross weight.
B. Notwithstanding the above limitations, recreational vehicles (RVs) are
subject to the following restrictions:
1. The term "recreational vehicle" or "RV" as used in these Sections shall
include motorhomes, buses, campervans, truck campers, popup campers, travel
trailers, fifth -wheel trailers, motorcycles, watercraft such as boats and water scooters,
and other similar types of vehicles.
2. The parking and storage of recreational vehicles shall be limited to the
rear and interior side yard areas, and shall be screened from view from adjacent streets
and properties.
3. Recreational vehicles shall not block the use of the driveway and garage,
or be located within any required back -out areas.
4. Recreational vehicles shall be owned by and registered to the residents of
the property and the registrations must be current; shall not be used for storage, living,
or sleeping while parked on the property; and shall not be connected to utilities for more
than 72 hours.
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Exhibit `A'
Ordinance No. 2300
EXCEPTION: A Temporary Recreational Vehicle Occupancy Permit may be
obtained for guests or family members to occupy a recreational vehicle on the property
for a period of not more than one (1) week. An application shall be submitted in writing
to the Community Development Division, and requires approval by the Development
Services Director or designee. The application shall be submitted with a filing fee in an
amount established by resolution of the City Council. Up to two (2) applications may be
approved in a calendar year.
5. Recreational vehicles shall not encroach into any public right -of -way.
6. Recreational vehicles shall be parked on an approved paved surface.
7. Motorized recreational vehicles shall be operable."
SECTION 8. Title 2, Division 2, Part 5, Chapter 2 of Article IX of the Arcadia
Municipal Code is hereby amended by renumbering Section 9252.2.13.2 to
9252.2.13.3.
2012.
SECTION 9. The provisions of this Ordinance shall take effect October 19,
SECTION 10. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and
shall cause a copy of same to be published at least once in the official newspaper of
said City within fifteen (15) days after its adoption. This Ordinance shall take effect on
the thirty -first (31 s`) day after its adoption.
[SIGNATURES ON THE NEXT PAGE]
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Exhibit `A'
Ordinance No. 2300
Passed, approved and adopted this day of , 2012.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
M, ,►,
Ir
Stephen P. Deitsch
City Attorney
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Mayor of City of Arcadia
Exhibit `A'
Ordinance No. 2300
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ILEGALLY STORED AUTOS and LEGALLY STORED RV'S (EXAMPLE)
JANUARY, 2012
1
Photos from Mr. Murphy
Exhibit `B'
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Single - Family Residential Front Yard Passenger Vehicle and RV Parking Limitations
City
RVs allowed
RV Parking Restrictions
Parking Restrictions for
in front
Front Yards of Single -
yard?
Family Lots
Pasadena
Yes, but only
1. Set back 5 feet from curb or sidewalk
No limit on the number of
if there is no
2. Cannot obstruct vehicular visibility
vehicles parked on permitted
vehicular
3. Cannot obstruct access to garage
paved areas
access to the
rear yard
4. Shall be on a driveway leading to covered
parking
5. Shall be operable
6. Shall be moved at least once every 30 days to
allow cleaning of the driveway
7. Shall not be on a landscaped area
8. Must be owned by the residents of the property,
and registration must be current
9. Shall not be used for storage, living or sleeping
while parked on the property, and shall not be
connected to utilities for more than 72 hours
10. May be parked for up to 72 hours for loading
and unloading supplies in preparation for or
after a trip
Monrovia
No
Allowed in an enclosed building, or in the rear or
No limit on the number of
side yards if screened from the street and adjacent
vehicles parked on permitted
properties
paved areas
El Monte
Yes, but only
1. Maximum of 1 RV may be parked on the
No limit on the number of
if there is no
property
vehicles parked on permitted
vehicular
2. Shall be on a paved driveway
paved areas
access to the
rear yard
3. Shall be registered to the location where stored
4. Shall be operable
5. Shall not encroach into any public right -of -way
6. Shall not obstruct vehicular access to the garage
7. Shall not be used for dwelling purposes
8. Shall not be connected to any utilities, except for
temporary maintenance
West
Yes, by
1. Maximum of 2 RV's may be parked on the
No limit on the number of
Covina
administrative
property
passenger vehicles parked
permit
2. Shall be parked on allowed paved areas
on permitted paved areas
3. Shall not block the use of the driveway or
access to the garage or carport
Summary of RV Regulations from Neighboring Cities Exhibit `C'
Page 1 of 2
Single - Family Residential Front Yard Passenger Vehicle and RV Parking Limitations
RV Parking Restrictions
Parking Restrictions for
City
RVs allowed
in front
Front Yards of Single -
yard?
Family Lots
San
No
Only in the rear yard if not visible from the street
No limit on the number of
Marino
passenger vehicles, but
there is a 48_ hour parking
limit
Sierra
No
Not in R -1 — Allowed in the Canyon Zone if at
No limit on the number of
Madre
least 15 feet from the street
passenger vehicles parked
on permitted paved areas
Temple
Yes
1. Parked on a driveway or paved surface
No limit on the number of
City
2. Is operable & not dismantled in any way or in
passenger vehicles parked
need of any repair
on permitted paved areas
3. Is not used for temporary or permanent living
space
4. Does not continuously block access to the
garage
Glendora
Yes, by
Criteria for administrative permit:
in or
No limit on the number of
passenger vehicles parked
administrative
1. The subject property is unique size
on permitted paved areas
permit
configuration
2. There is no available space in a garage, side
yard or rear yard area which can accommodate
the RV in conformance with this title
3. The property can accommodate screening from
view from the public right -of -way and
surrounding properties with a six -foot high
wall /fence and gate constructed with view
obscuring material. The six -foot high wall /fence
and gate screening does not encroach into the
front yard setback area or twenty- five -foot back -
out distance from a required garage
4. The RV can be parked parallel to the side
property line and as near the property line as
possible
5. Only one RV can qualify for an administrative
review permit for RV front yard storage on the
subject property
6. The RV storage space shall not encroach or
block the required twenty- five -foot back -out
distance from an approved garage
7. The director may impose additional conditions
as needed to ensure compliance with
regulations and to reduce adverse impacts to
surrounding neighborhood properties
March 2012
Summary of RV Regulations from Neighboring Cities Exhibit `C'
Page 2 of 2
City of Glendora — RV Regulations
21.03.020 Off- street parking and loading.
I. Recreational Vehicles.
1. Purpose. The purpose of the recreational vehicle (RV) code is to clearly define
what is considered a recreational vehicle and to identify locations and standards for
storage of recreational vehicles in residential zones and to identify requirements for
temporary parking of recreational vehicles in order to protect the integrity, value and
character of residential neighborhoods along with public health and safety.
2. Definitions.
Recreational vehicles or RV's are defined to cover both recreational vehicles that
are motorized and non - motorized.
"Motorized recreational vehicle" means a motor home built on a truck or bus
chassis or a van chassis which usually has a section overhanging the cab. All these
vehicles are powered by internal combustion engines that run on gasoline, diesel,
batteries or other fuel. Van campers and pickup truck campers are excluded from
the recreational vehicle definition. Inoperative vehicles pursuant to Section
9.36.010(8) of the Glendora Municipal Code are prohibited.
"Non- motorized recreational vehicle" means a conventional travel trailer or a fifth
wheel trailer utilized for recreational purposes and designed to be towed by a
vehicle. Boats, horse trailers, utility trailers for storing recreational equipment or
other equipment and all- terrain vehicles stored on trailers utilized for recreational
purposes are considered non - motorized recreational vehicles. Pickup truck camper
shells which have been removed from the vehicle and stored are considered non -
motorized recreational vehicles and shall conform to the provisions of this title.
The following diagrams represent examples of recreational vehicles as defined by
this subsection and are not meant to be a complete list of examples:
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE EXAMPLES
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Travel Trailer
Glendora RV Regulations — page 1 of 10
Exhibit `D'
Tent Trailer
Sea -doo (or other equipment such as a boat or motor cycles) on trailer
Horse Trailer
Utility Trailer - enclosed example
Utility Trailer - open example
The following examples are exempt from the recreational vehicle definition:
Van Camper is excluded
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Pickup Truck Camper is excluded
"Recreational vehicle storage" means on -site residential parking of a recreational
vehicle on a parking space approved for a recreational vehicle by this section that is
separate from the required off - street parking for a single - family residence.
Glendora RV Regulations — page 2 of 10
Exhibit `D'
"Temporary recreational vehicle parking" means short term parking for the purposes of
cleaning and prepping which can occur on a public street with a valid city permit issued
by the city pursuant to Section 10.12.021 of the Glendora Municipal Code or on private
property within the front setback on an approved driveway leading to a garage for a
time period not to exceed seventy -two hours at any one time.
"RV yard area" means those areas on a residential zoned parcel where an RV may or
may not be stored relative to the main residential building and orientation to the street.
"RV front yard" for the purposes of RV storage means a space extending the width of a
parcel between the front property line and the front of the residence and not less than
the required front setback for the zone. If the front of the residence varies relative to the
front property line, the RV front yard shall follow the front of the residence, not an
imaginary straight line taken from the nearest wall of the residence to the street.
"RV side yard" for the purposes of RV storage means a space extending from the RV
front yard area to the RV rear yard area between the side property line and the side wall
of the main residence.
"Short RV side yard" for the purposes of RV storage means a space between the side
property line and the shortest side wall of the main residence and extending from the
RV rear yard area up to three feet into the RV front yard area provided it does not
extend beyond the main residence building line nearest the street, does not encroach
into the front setback or into the required twenty- five -foot backout distance from the
garage.
"RV rear yard" for the purposes of RV storage means a space extending the width of a
parcel between the rear property line and a line parallel with the rear wall of the main
residence.
"Corner lot RV front yard" for the purposes of RV storage means the street frontage
with the property address.
"RV street side yard" for the purposes of RV storage means the RV yard area adjacent
to a street on a corner lot between the RV front yard as determined by the corner lot RV
front yard definition and the RV rear yard.
"Irregular non - conforming RV lot" for the purposes of RV storage. means a lot where
one side is twenty -five percent or less of the other side, resulting in a lot depth of less
than one hundred feet. Lot depth is measured from the mid -point of the front lot line to
the mid -point of the rear lot line.
"Irregular non - conforming RV lot side yard" means the side yard for the narrowest side
beginning at the side of the driveway farthest from the residence to the side property
line of the narrowest side and extending from the front property line to the RV rear yard.
Glendora RV Regulations — page 3 of 10
Exhibit `D'
RV Yard Area Diagrams Examples (no scale):
Square residential layout
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to Garage
123 Main Street
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Glendora RV Regulations —page 4 of 10
Exhibit `D'
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Glendora RV Regulations — page 5 of 10
Exhibit `D'
Non - conforming lot yard areas
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3. Zones which allow RV Parking. Other than as permitted under Title 21 Use Table C
and Route 66 Specific Plan Use Table 6 -1, recreational vehicles may only be
stored on single - family zoned lots or lots in which a single - family structure is
occupying the parcel even though the lot may be zoned for multifamily structures.
The ability to maintain storage of recreational vehicles on multiple - family zoned
parcels shall only be permitted as long as there remains a sole single - family
structure on the parcel. No commercial RV storage shall be permitted in any
residential zone. Commercial RV storage facilities shall refer to Table C of Title 21
and Table 6 -1 of the Route 66 Specific Plan in Title 21. In all cases, storage must
maintain compliance with all other sections of this code.
4. Registered Owner. The registered owner of an RV stored on the property must
either be the owner of the property or use the property as their primary residency.
This subsection does not apply to a single RV stored on the property as a result of
visiting guest(s) as long as the storage does not exceed seventy -two hours.
5. RV Storage Standards.
a. Front Yard RV Storage. No storage of recreational vehicles may occur in the
front yard area or in front of the main residence of the property unless an
administrative review permit has been granted, with the exception of a slight
encroachment extending from the side yard into the front yard not to exceed
three feet and does not encroach into the twenty- five -foot back -out distance
from a garage and is screened with a six -foot wall or solid fence. The only other
exception to this subsection shall be the temporary parking of the RV on a
driveway leading to a garage for the purpose of prepping the vehicle for use or
cleaning the vehicle after its usage. In no case shall that period of time exceed
seventy -two hours. Recreational vehicle temporary parking within the front
setback and /or in front of the main residence on driveways leading to a garage
shall not encroach onto the sidewalk area or public right -of way. This
subsection shall pertain to RV parking on private residential property.
Temporary RV parking on public streets for any period of time is administered
through Chapter 10.12 of the Glendora Municipal Code.
b. Rear Yard RV Storage. Storage of recreation vehicles in the rear yard area is
permissible as long as there is a six -foot wall or solid fence to screen the
vehicle from view. The RV shall not encroach closer to than two feet to any wall
Glendora RV Regulations — page 6 of 10
Exhibit `D'
or fence. Screening walls, gates and fences shall be required to obtain any
necessary review, approvals and permits.
c. Side Yard RV Storage. Recreational vehicle storage is permitted in the RV side
yard area behind the front setback and behind the RV front yard provided it is
screened to a height of six feet as required by this title.
RV side yard storage examples:
Side yard RV storage — Square residential building layout
RV Side Yard �KV Brat Patti
RV Silo Yard
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Glendora RV Regulations — page 7 of 10
Exhibit 'D'
Side yard corner lot RV storage, address and front door on narrowest frontage
6 toot
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Side yard corner lot RV storage — Address /front door on longest street frontage
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RV Side Yard Storage
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Glendora RV Regulations — page 8 of 10
Exhibit `D'
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Glendora RV Regulations — page 8 of 10
Exhibit `D'
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6. Parking Surface for RV Storage. RV storage may be on any surface. If the surface
is vegetation, it must be maintained pursuant to GMC Section 9.36.020(4).
7. Access to Side or Rear Yard Storage Area. Generally access to side or rear yard
storage areas shall be from the existing driveway. However in some cases, the
access may require the recreational vehicle to access over a curb and sidewalk. In
those cases, the property owner shall be responsible for the maintenance and if
determined by the public works director the replacement of curb and sidewalk
damaged by such use.
8. Screening. Acceptable screening is considered a wall or solid fence structure that
has obtained all required approvals and permits from the city. Materials for screen
fencing shall be masonry, wood or wrought iron with view - obscuring material.
Materials for screening gates shall be wood or wrought iron with view - obscuring
material. In no case shall an RV screening wall or fence along the side yard or rear
yard be higher or lower than six feet as measured to the highest finish grade.
Recreational vehicle storage in a side yard area shall be screened from view from
the public right of way as provided by this section. A gate is not required.
9. Temporary Coverings. No temporary coverings such as tarps or cloth screens are
permitted. Fitted covers and permanent canopies are permitted and may be used
as long as they are specifically designed for a recreational vehicle. All fitted covers
and permanent canopies shall be maintained in good condition. Permanent
canopies are structures which are permanently fixed to the ground and shall
comply with all required building codes and Glendora Municipal Code Section
21.04.010(D)(2) Accessory Buildings.
10. Living Quarters. Recreational vehicles shall not be used as living quarters when
stored on residential or commercial property within the city except as provided in
Section 19.20.140 of the Glendora Municipal Code.
11. Temporary On- Street Parking. Temporary on- street RV parking shall be permitted
for a maximum of seventy -two hours at any one time with an approved temporary
RV street parking permit issued by the city as provided by Section 10.12.021, Early
Morning Parking- Temporary Permits, of the Glendora Municipal Code.
Glendora RV Regulations — page 9 of 10
Exhibit `D'
12. Grandfathering of 1993 RV Parking Exemptions. The recreation vehicles granted
an exemption through the 1993 ordinance and recorded with the community
preservation division shall continue to be recognized as valid until the specific
vehicle referenced in the exemption is no longer located on the property.
13. Enforcement. The effective date of the ordinance codified in this section shall be six
months from the date of adoption by the city council.
14. Administrative Review Permit for RV Storage in RV Front Yard.
a. Storage of an RV in an RV front yard area of a single - family residential zone or
a multiple - family residential zone developed with only one residence is
prohibited unless an administrative review permit is approved by the director of
planning and redevelopment.
b. The application for an administrative review permit for RV storage in a RV front
yard area shall be denied unless all of the following five findings for approval
can be made:
(A) The subject property is unique in size or configuration;
(B) There is no available space in a garage, side yard or rear yard area which
can accommodate the RV in conformance with this title;
(C) The property can accommodate screening from view from the public right -
of -way and surrounding properties with a six -foot high wall /fence and gate
constructed with view obscuring material. The six -foot high wall /fence and
gate screening does not encroach into the front yard setback area or
twenty- five -foot back -out distance from a required garage;
(D) The RV can be parked parallel to the side property line and as near the
property line as possible;
(E) Only one RV can qualify for an administrative review permit for RV front
yard storage on the subject property.
c. The following development standards shall be incorporated into conditions of
approval for the administrative review permit:
(A) The RV storage space shall not encroach or block the required twenty -
five -foot back -out distance from an approved garage;
(B) The director may impose additional conditions as needed to ensure
compliance with regulations and to reduce adverse impacts to
surrounding neighborhood properties.
d. The administrative permit shall be approved or denied by the director of
planning and redevelopment with appeal to the planning commission. The
action of the planning commission, shall be based on findings (A) through (E)
and supported by factual findings in order to grant the appeal. The action of the
planning commission shall be final with no further administrative appeal
possible.
Glendora RV Regulations — page 10 of 10 Exhibit `D'
Dear Planning Commission Members,
Attached is the view of our neighborhood from our home, 1625 La Ramada Avenue, which is
located at the end of the cul de sac. While we love our neighborhood and our neighbors, we do
wish we didn't have to look at this RV day in and day out. The RV is parked here at least 300
days out of the year. Over the last 28 years that we have lived in our home, the RV at this
neighbor's house has been traded in periodically for successively larger and larger vehicles.
We would appreciate if the commission could address this situation by possibly limiting the
length of time an RV may be parked on a residential lot, or any reasonable mitigation you could
find for us. We don't want to be unreasonable, but it is a bit of an eyesore.
Thank you for your consideration,
Ken and Mary Lindgren
1625 La Ramada Ave.
Arcadia
626- 355 -5566
Correspondence & Photos from Residents of La Ramada Ave. Exhibit `E'
1 of 2
Thomas Li 5/22/12
Arcadia Planning Commission
Dear Mr. Li;
Pursuant to your conversation with Mr. Ken Lindgren enclosed are pictures of bus
& truck parking in a single -family driveway on La Ramada Ave. This is pretty
much the way it appears 24/7. Not particularly appropriate for Arcadia, City of
Homes.
Thank you for your interest.
Sine
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DeWayne Lup %n
1631 La Ramada Ave.
Arcadia
Coyespa,derm & Puns from Residents of La Ramada Ave. Exhibit `E'
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• ARCADIA PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday, March 27, 2012, 7:00 P.M.
Arcadia City Council Chambers
DISCUSSION ITEM
4. RV PARKING
Discussion regarding parking regulations and exceptions for recreational vehicles in single -
family residential zones.
RECOMMENDATION: Recommend approval to City Council
Mr.Kasama presented the staff report.
Chairman Baerg asked if the Commissioners had any questions or comments.
Commissioner Parrille asked about visitors parking RVs in driveways and noted that would
be preferable to parking them in the street. He pointed out that Item 2 requires that the RVs
are screened from view yet they are permitted to park in the driveway for 72 hours. Mr.
Kasama explained that in the case of temporary, 72 hour parking, the screening requirement
would not apply.
Commissioner Parrille asked for clarification on Item 7 requiring parking on an approved
paved surface only. Mr. Kasama explained that only a certain percentage of front yard can
be paved and that no parking would be allowed on the lawn.
Chairman Baerg pointed out that RV owners would need to make new arrangements for
storage of their vehicles. He added that Items 6, 7 and 8 are acceptable but that the rest of
the requirements could be covered under nuisance regulations.
Commissioner Chiao stated that he favors the regulations adopted by the City of Glendora
as well as the City of Pasadena Ordinance requiring that the vehicle is moved every thirty
days. However, he also expressed concern about the requirement for owners to rent
storage space.
Commissioner Baderian noted that Item 4 requires that the vehicle is registered to the home
owner and he asked if a guest's RV could be accommodated. Mr. Kasama explained that
regulations would allow for visitors but that Item 4 prohibits the homeowner from allowing
storage of an RV because it is not permitted in the owner's home city or of renting driveway
space for RV storage.
Commissioner Baderian asked if these regulations would fall under the responsibility of
Code Enforcement. Mr. Kasama explained that Code Enforcement Officers v✓ould respond
to complaints with an official notice followed by a citation if the issue is not resolved within a
specific time frame.
Commissioner Parrille said that he spoke to Mr. Murphy, the resident who originally brought
this issue to the attention of the City Council. He said that Mr. Murphy is concerned that
Arcadia Planning Commission – Minutes Excerpt– March 27, 2012 Exhibit 'F'
Page 1 of 2
people may be living in RVs that are parked in driveways. Mr. Murphy did not express any
concern with occasional visitors traveling in RVs.
Chairman Baerg agreed that people shouldn't be allowed to live in RVs parked in driveways,
but felt allowance should be made for visitors. He suggested permits might be granted for
extended stays during the holidays. Chairman Baerg noted that he is in agreement with the
items requiring RVs to be operable and prohibiting them from encroaching on the public
right -of -way as these are safety issues. He said the items requiring RV owners to arrange
for alternate storage requiring payment of monthly fees seem somewhat severe. Chairman
Baerg said that regulation should be limited to quality of life issues and that RV ownership
should not be made onerous.
Commissioner Beranek said that he saw Mr. Murphy's presentation to the City Council and
that Mr. Murphy seems to be concerned with vehicles that are not moved for months at a
time.
Commissioner Baderian asked if staff could revise their report incorporating the
Commissioners' comments and concerns. Mr. Kasama agreed that the item could be
redrafted and added to a future agenda as a discussion item.
Commissioner Chiao noted that during the holidays, overnight parking restrictions are not
enforced by the City. He asked if that practice could be applied to RV parking as well.
Chairman Baerg said that he would be in favor of that too.
Mr. Kasama agreed that regulations on RV parking and street parking are suspended during
the holiday season, but living in an RV on the street would still be prohibited at all times.
Commissioner Beranek suggested a permit for visitor parking on the street on a temporary
basis.
Commissioner Baderian suggested reviewing the issue at the April 24 meeting after staff
has had time to revise their report with the Commissioners' comments in mind.
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Parrille, seconded by Commissioner Chiao to continue this
item to the April 24, 2012 meeting. Without objection, the motion was approved.
Exhibit'F
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ARCADIA PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday, April 24, 2012, 7:00 P.M.
Arcadia City Council Chambers
DISCUSSION ITEM
5. RV PARKING
Discussion regarding parking regulations and exceptions for recreational vehicles in single -
family residential zones.
RECOMMENDATION: Recommend approval to City Council
Mr. Li presented the staff report.
Chairman Baerg asked if the Commissioners had any questions or comments.
Chairman Baerg noted that Item A restricts the number of cars that could be parked in the
open to no more than four. He also noted that item B6 limited the number of hours an RV
could remain parked in a driveway to 72 and asked if a homeowner could obtain a permit to
extend that time limit. Mr. Li said that the Commission could consider that option.
Commissioner Baerg asked what defines an "approved paved surface" as in item 8. Mr. Li
said that means a surface that complies with the Municipal Code.
Mr. Dietsch explained that the Commission's objective is to provide staff with direction to
develop regulations to be reviewed at a public hearing. Once the Commissioners are
satisfied, their recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for review.
Chairman Baerg said he would like to see some provision for a permit to extend the time
allowed for RV parking.
Commissioner Baderian asked how the residents of the City would be notified of this
change. Mr. Dietsch explained that a notice would be published in the newspaper at least
10 days in advance of the public hearing.
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Parrille, seconded by Commissioner Beranek to direct staff
to incorporate the comments of the Commission and to return at a future meeting, to hold a
public hearing to consider a recommendation to the City Council
ROLL CALL
AYES: Commissioners Baderian, Beranek, Chiao, Parrille and Baerg
NOES: None
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ARCADIA PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday, May 22, 2012, 7:00 P.M.
Arcadia City Council Chambers
PUBLIC HEARINGS
8. TEXT AMENDMENT NO. TA 12 -02
Citywide
The Development Services Department is initiating Text Amendments to the Single -
Family Residential Zoning Regulations (Divisions 0, 1 and 2 of Part 5 of Chapter 2 of
Article IX) of the Arcadia Municipal Code to amend the parking and storage
regulations for motor vehicles, including recreational vehicles, trucks, commercial
vehicles, motorcycles, motorbikes, buses, motorhomes, trailers, boats and
housecars.
RECOMMENDATION: Recommend approval to City Council
Mr. Li presented the staff report.
Chairman Baerg asked if anyone would like to speak in favor of this project.
Mr. John Murphy offered his compliments to staff on the quality of the staff report
and said that he is in favor of all recommendations with the exception of Item B2
which allows parking of one RV in the front yard. He said he is concerned that this
could encourage parking in a circular drive indefinitely or people might add a
concrete slab in the setback area of the front yard for RV parking. He suggested
that this item should be rewritten before the Text Amendment is sent to the City
Council for review. He also suggested adding a grace period for compliance.
Chairman Baerg asked if anyone would like to speak in opposition to this project.
Ms. Mary Dougherty agreed with Mr. Murphy's comments about Item B2 allowing
parking in the front yard. She noted that many other cities don't allow RVs to be
parked where they are visible from the street. She suggested that if there is no
access to the rear yard, the homeowner should find an alternate location appropriate
for RV parking.
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Baderian, seconded by Commissioner Parrille to
close the Public Hearing. Without objection the motion was approved.
Commissioner Parrille said that Mr. Murphy makes a valid point on Item B2, i.e., in a
circular driveway an RV could be parked indefinitely.
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Chairman Baerg expressed concern that owners of RVs would have to find storage
and have an additional expense imposed on them. He asked if an exception could
made in the case of existing RV owners.
Commissioner Baderian agreed that the exception in Item B2 should be eliminated.
He asked if the Commission approves some type of grandfathering exception for
present RV owners who have no rear area to use for parking, how would it be
enforced. Would enforcement be based on complaint only, or what process would
be used.
Mr. Murphy suggested that there is no need for immediate action and that this Text
Amendment is intended to provide the tools needed by Code Enforcement if
necessary.
Commissioner Baderian asked how the public will be notified of these new
regulations.
Mr. Kasama noted that there were no calls as a result of the public notice. He also
said that the Text Amendment would be presented to the City Council for approval in
a televised meeting and that notification would be included in city publications. He
added that, if necessary, Code Services Officers could canvass neighborhoods.
Commissioner Parrille added that the information could be included in the weekly
issue of Arcadia's Best as well.
Commissioner Baderian asked if one week of exemption from regulations is enough
for holiday visitors. Chairman Baerg noted that two applications for up to two weeks
each are allowed in a calendar year. Commissioner Beranek said he noticed that
Code Enforcement and Parking Control relax their enforcement of regulations during
the holidays.
Commissioner Baderian said he would like to know exactly how the public would be
notified of these new regulations and he would like to know how the holiday
exemption would work. He also suggested adding an exemption for one week
during the summer.
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Parrille, seconded by Commissioner Baderian to
continue Text Amendment No. TA 12 -02 to the June 26, 2012 meeting.
ROLL CALL
AYES: Commissioners Baderian, Beranek, Parrille and Baerg
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Chiao
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ARCADIA PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday, June 26, 2012, 7:00 P.M.
Arcadia City Council Chambers
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2. TEXT AMENDMENT 12 -02
Citywide - Continued from May 22, 2012
The Development Services Department is initiating Text Amendments to the Single - Family
Residential Zoning Regulations (Divisions 0, 1 and 2 of Part 5 of Chapter 2 of Article IX) of
the Arcadia Municipal Code to amend the parking and storage regulations for motor
vehicles, including recreational vehicles, trucks, commercial vehicles, motorcycles,
motorbikes, buses, motorhomes, trailers, boats and housecars.
RECOMMENDATION: Recommend approval to City Council
Mr. Li presented the staff report.
Chairman Baerg asked if anyone would like to speak in favor of this project.
Ms. Mary Dougherty represented the Santa Anita Oaks Homeowners Association. She said
that the HOA members are concerned about item 2B of the Text Amendment which allows
an exception for parking or storage of a recreational vehicle in the front or street side yard
without screening when there is no vehicular access to the side or rear yard areas. She
said her group felt this exception should be eliminated. They are also in favor of allowing a
60 day grace period for enforcing this new regulation to allow residents time to make
alternate arrangements. Ms. Dougherty said with these two changes, her organization
would support this Text Amendment.
Ms. Mary Lindgren said that she favors the Text Amendment except for the Exception in
Item 132. She explained that for many years her neighbor has continuously stored a
recreational vehicle in his driveway and the Exception would allow him to continue to do so
since he has no vehicular access to the rear yard. Ms. Lindgren said that some of her
neighbors have enlarged their driveways to allow RV parking along with several cars and
she felt that Exception B2 would allow this to continue.
Mr. John Murphy said that the current version of the Text Amendment is a huge
improvement over the current Code except for the Exception in Item B2. He said that he
believes this exception will negate the objective of the proposed regulation. Mr. Murphy
pointed out that the objective is to remove recreational vehicles from being seen from the
public right -of -way and that RV owners should use special facilities or commercial property
designed for storage of large vehicles. He agreed that Exception B2 should be removed
from the Text Amendment.
Mr. Duane Lupton, said that parking trucks, large vehicles and RVs on the street devalues
the property. He pointed out that these areas are neighborhoods of homes not parking lots
and that anyone who can afford to buy these large vehicles and keep them supplied with
gasoline can afford to rent storage space.
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Chairman Baerg asked if anyone would like to speak in opposition to this project.
There were none.
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Baderian, seconded by Commissioner Parrille to close the
Public Hearing. Without objection the motion was approved.
Commissioner Baderian said that after a review of the staff report and the lengthy
discussion at the last meeting, he agrees that Exception B2 would defeat the purpose of the
proposed regulations. He recommended deleting the exception. Commissioner Baderian
also recommended a grace period of 60 days to allow RV owners to make alternate
arrangements for storage of their vehicles.
Commissioner Beranek agreed that the exception should be removed and a phase in period
of 60 days should be allowed.
Commissioner Parrille also agreed and said that to be consistent, storage of RVs and other
large vehicles should be in the rear or side only and screened from view, not in the front or
in the driveway.
Chairman Baerg noted that the consensus is that Exception B2 should be removed and a
60 -day grace period should be allowed.
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Beranek, seconded by Commissioner Baderian to
recommend approval of Text Amendment No. 12 -02 to the City Council with the elimination
of the Exception in B2 and the addition of a 60 -day grace period.
ROLL CALL
AYES: Commissioners Baderian, Beranek, Parrille and Baerg
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Chiao
The Planning Commission's recommendation and comments will be forwarded to the City
Council.
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CITY OF ARCADIA
240 W. HUNTINGTON DRIVE
ARCADIA, CA 91007
PRELIMINARY EXEMPTION ASSESSMENT
(Certificate of Determination
When Attached to Notice of Exemption)
1. Name or description of project:
Text Amendment No. TA 12 -02
2. Project Location — Identify street
address and cross streets or attach
a map showing project site
(preferably a USGS 15' or 7 1/2'
topographical map identified by
quadrangle name):
All R -M, R -O, and R -1 single - family zoned properties
3. Entity or person undertaking
project:
A. City of Arcadia - Development Services Department,
240 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007
B. Other (Private)
(1) Name
(2) Address
4. Staff Determination:
The Lead Agency's Staff, having undertaken and completed a preliminary review of this project in
accordance with the Lead Agency's "Local Guidelines for Implementing the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA)" has concluded that this project does not require further environmental assessment
because:
a. ❑
The proposed action does not constitute a project under CEQA.
b. ❑
The project is a Ministerial Project.
C. ❑
The project is an Emergency Project.
d. ❑
The project constitutes a feasibility or planning study.
e. ®
The project is categorically exempt.
Applicable Exemption Class: 05 - minor alterations in land use limitations
f. ❑
The project is statutorily exempt.
Applicable Exemption:
g. ❑
The project is otherwise exempt
on the following basis:
h. ❑
The project involves another public agency which constitutes the Lead Agency.
Name of Lead Agency: i
D ate: May 10, 2012
Preliminary Exemption Assessment\2011
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Staff: Thomas Li, Associate Planner
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Public Comments in Regards to Ordinance No. 2300
From: mike Jones [ mai Ito: iones1166 @ road run ner.com]
Sent: Monday, July 30, 2012 10:56 AM
To: City Council Email
Subject: RV REGULATIONS
In regards to the up coming city council meeting in which there will be on the agenda about RV
vehicles parked in home owners driveways, I am opposed to any change to the existing ordnance if
they are kept clean.
Mike Jones
1542 S Tenth Ave
From: Ken Petty [ma ilto: fish petty @ hotmai1.com]
Sent: Monday, July 30, 2012 11:39 AM
To: City Council Email
Cc: Ken Petty
Subject: RV PARKING
I am sending you this email in regards to the up coming council meeting on August 7 2012 which
there will be a public hearing on changing the existing RV parking. I am opposed to any change to
the existing ordnance.
Ken Petty
1636 La Ramada
From: Terri Butler jmailto :Terrib@rogerspoultry.com]
Sent: Wednesday, August 01, 2012 5:24 PM
To: Tom Li
Subject: [BULK] ry parking restriction meeting
Importance: Low
Honorable Robert Harbicht and Arcadia City Council Members
Mayor Harbicht and Arcadia City Members,
Dear Sirs,
It has come to my attention that at the upcoming City meeting on August 7th, 2012 you
will be addressing a restriction on RV parking for single family residences. I decided to do a
little homework on this matter. It appears that this whole issue has come about because
one gentleman showed concern that someone might be living in an RV parked in a private
homeowners driveway. This is a completely separate issue from any other type of RV
parking regulation. I have lived in Arcadia since 1971. My parents owned and parked an RV
on our property for 40 years until they moved out of state. I grew up camping, and could not
wait to get married, buy a home (in Arcadia) and take my young family camping in our own
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RV. What is the point of having a lot big enough to park all your vehicles if you're not
allowed to park them? I have a motorhome, a motorcycle trailer, a jeep, jet skis, a couple of
hot rods and 4 children who all have their own cars. EVERYTHING fits in my backyard but
the motorhome! (due to roofline height issue- otherwise it would fit too!) We use our RV on
a monthly (sometimes more) basis. To pay for storage when we have the room on our
property is ridiculous. To follow suit just because Glendora or Pasadena has decided to
regulate their RV parking; or because one man has concerns over someone living on
someone's property- just seems like throwing the baby out with the bathwater! Why not
instead investigate the concern (maybe in this economy a family member has lost their
home and had to move back with parents...) and rule on an individual basis- instead of
penalizing all who own an RV. Or perhaps, if you must regulate just to regulate- maybe
base your restrictions upon lot size or house /lot ratio. Heaven knows the city codes have
been revamped over the past few years to accommodate builders wishing to push houses to
the limits. How about accommodating the homeowner? The family that wants to play
together? The couple getting ready to retire? I grew up in the city, and the truth is- I barely
recognize it anymore. If this ordinance passes- it will be just one more straw on the
camel's back of old- time Arcadians. Hopefully, common sense will prevail in this matter.
Sincerely,
Terri Butler
2416 Florence Ave.
Arcadia
Resident since 1971
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