Development Standards for the NC (Neighborhood Commercial) District in Concord
In the NC (Neighborhood Commercial) zoning district, the maximum allowed Floor Area Ratio (FAR) is 0.35, and the maximum lot coverage is 50 percent for nonresidential development. Residential uses are permitted on the second floor at densities up to 24 dwelling units per net acre, but are not allowed on the ground floor.
Land Use and Density
The NC (Neighborhood Commercial) district is designed for neighborhood shopping centers, including uses such as retail and personal services, that operate with a maximum intensity of 0.35 FAR [Section 18.40.010]. Residential uses are permitted in the NC (Neighborhood Commercial) district on the second floor, with a permitted density of 11 to 24 dwelling units per net acre [Section 18.15.020, Table 18.15.020].
Development Standards for NC District
The following table outlines the key development standards for the NC (Neighborhood Commercial) district in Concord:
| Standard | NC (Neighborhood Commercial) Requirement |
|---|---|
| Density (du/net acre) | 24 units/acre (max) |
| Floor Area Ratio (FAR) | 0.35 (max) |
| Minimum Lot Area | 10,000 square feet |
| Minimum Lot Width | 100 feet |
| Minimum Lot Depth | 100 feet |
| Building Height | 40 feet (nonresidential), 45 feet (mixed-use) |
| Front Setback | 10 feet |
| Corner Side Setback | 10 feet |
Note: Residential uses are not permitted on the ground floor in the NC district [Section 18.40.030, Table 18.40.030].
Setbacks and Additional Requirements
Development within the NC (Neighborhood Commercial) district must comply with specific setback requirements to ensure compatibility with surrounding uses. Minimum setbacks for the NC (Neighborhood Commercial) district are 10 feet for both the front and corner side [Section 18.40.030, Table 18.40.030].
For nonresidential buildings, the planning division or zoning administrator may approve reduced setbacks if a use permit is obtained. Furthermore, buildings in the NC (Neighborhood Commercial) district that abut a residential district may be subject to additional transitional requirements as outlined in the development code [Section 18.40.030, Table 18.40.030; Section 18.150.180].
Sections Cited
- Section 18.15.020 (Zoning map and districts)
- Section 18.40.010 (Purpose)
- Section 18.40.030 (Table 18.40.030 – Office and commercial districts – Development standards)
- Section 18.150.180 (Transitional requirements)