Land Use and Permit Requirements for the DMX: Downtown Mixed-Use District in Concord
In the DMX: Downtown Mixed-Use District in the City of Concord, land uses identified with a "UP" designation require the approval of a use permit from the planning commission. Development projects in the DMX: Downtown Mixed-Use District are also subject to specific density, floor area ratio (FAR), and setback standards designed to foster a cohesive mix of high-density residential, commercial, and office uses.
Use Permit Requirements in the DMX District
According to the land use classification tables for the DMX: Downtown Mixed-Use District, the following land uses require the approval of a "UP" (Use Permit) by the planning commission:
| Land Use Classification | Permit Requirement |
|---|---|
| Group Housing | UP |
| Mobile Home Park | UP |
| Hospital, Medical Center | UP |
| Cultural Institution | UP |
| Nursing Facility/Extended Care | UP |
| Golf Course, Country Club | UP |
| Residential Recreation Facility | UP |
| Sports and Entertainment, Assembly | UP |
| Large Collection Facility | UP |
| Processing Facility | UP |
| Religious Facility | UP |
| Elementary, Middle, Secondary Schools | UP |
| Theater, Auditorium | UP |
| Adult Day Care Center | UP |
| Hotel, Motel | UP |
| Retail Sales with Drive-Through | UP |
| Fleet-Based Service | UP |
| Self-Storage Facility, Mini-Storage | UP |
| Vehicle | UP |
| Towing Services | UP |
Note: This list is derived from the "DMX" column in the land use tables within Chapter 18.45 of the Concord Development Code [Section 18.45.020].
DMX District Development Standards
The DMX: Downtown Mixed-Use District is intended to support high-density development. The following table summarizes key development standards for the DMX district:
| Standard | DMX District Requirement |
|---|---|
| Density (du/net acre) | 33 – 100 du/net acre |
| Floor Area Ratio (FAR) (minimum) | 1.00 |
| Floor Area Ratio (FAR) (maximum) | 6.0 |
| Lot Area (minimum) | 10,000 square feet |
| Lot Width (minimum) | 100 feet (interior), 110 feet (corner) |
| Lot Depth (minimum) | 100 feet |
| Building Height (minimum) | 30 feet |
| Building Height (maximum) | 200 feet |
| Front Setback | 10 feet |
| Interior Side Setback | 0 feet |
| Corner Side Setback | 10 feet |
| Rear Setback | 0 feet |
| Open Space/Unit (minimum) | 175 square feet |
Additional Provisions for DMX District Projects
- Mixed-Use Floor Area: For mixed-use projects, the residential component must comply with the density requirements of the district [Section 18.45.030].
- In-Lieu Parking Fees: Development projects in the DMX: Downtown Mixed-Use District may be eligible to satisfy parking requirements through the payment of in-lieu fees, subject to approval of a use permit [Section 18.160.060].
- Performance Standards: All uses in the DMX district must adhere to the performance standards established in Chapter 18.150, which address environmental impacts such as noise, lighting, and vibrations [Section 18.150.130].
Sections Cited
- Section 18.45.020 – Downtown districts – Allowed uses and permit requirements
- Section 18.45.030 – Downtown districts – Development standards
- Section 18.150.130 – Performance standards
- Section 18.160.060 – Parking requirements for the DP and DMX districts