Land Use and Permit Requirements for the RS-12 Single-Family Residential District in Concord
The RS-12 Single-Family Residential district in the City of Concord primarily accommodates single-family detached dwellings with a minimum lot size of 12,000 square feet. Certain uses within the RS-12 district may require a Use Permit (UP) or Minor Use Permit (MP) to ensure compatibility with the surrounding residential neighborhood, as identified in the City of Concord’s Development Code land use tables.
Permit Requirements for RS-12 District
The Concord Development Code classifies uses in the RS-12 district as permitted by right (Zoning Clearance, ZC), subject to an Administrative Permit (AP), requiring a Minor Use Permit (MP), or requiring a Use Permit (UP). The following table outlines the uses requiring a discretionary Use Permit or Minor Use Permit within the RS-12 district.
| Land Use Classification | Permit Required |
|---|---|
| Bed and Breakfast Inn | UP |
| Single-Family, Detached – Small Lot Subdivision | UP |
| Home-Based Business (with non-resident) | AP (in conjunction with ZC) |
| Residential Care Facility, Large | UP |
| Residential Facility for Seniors, Assisted Living | UP |
| Meeting Facility, Public/Private | UP |
| Golf Course, Country Club | UP |
| Religious Facility | UP |
| Elementary, Middle, Secondary Schools | UP |
Note: For the RS-12 district, "UP" indicates a Use Permit approved by the planning commission, while "MP" indicates a Minor Use Permit approved by the zoning administrator [Section 18.25.030].
General Development Standards for RS-12
Development within the RS-12 district must adhere to specific standards regarding lot size, dimensions, and building height to maintain the character of the neighborhood.
| Standard | Requirement for RS-12 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Lot Area | 12,000 square feet |
| Minimum Lot Width | 100 feet |
| Minimum Lot Depth | 85 feet |
| Maximum Building Height | 30 feet |
Development in the RS-12 district is also subject to specific setback requirements and lot coverage limitations as detailed in the Concord Development Code [Section 18.30.030].
Procedures and Discretionary Approvals
When a Use Permit or Minor Use Permit is required, the applicant must follow the procedures established in the Concord Development Code.
- Use Permits (UP): These are reviewed and approved or disapproved by the planning commission at a public hearing [Section 18.435.030].
- Minor Use Permits (MP): These are reviewed and approved or disapproved by the zoning administrator at a public hearing [Section 18.435.030].
The review authority may impose additional conditions on the placement, height, nature, and extent of the use, or performance guarantees to ensure that the use remains compatible with the surrounding residential properties [Section 18.435.060].
Sections Cited
- [Section 18.25.030] Allowable land uses and permit requirements.
- [Section 18.30.010] Purpose (Residential Districts).
- [Section 18.30.020] Table 18.30.020 – Residential districts – Allowed uses and permit requirements.
- [Section 18.30.030] Table 18.30.030 – RR and RS districts – Development standards.
- [Section 18.435.030] Review authority (Minor Use Permits and Use Permits).
- [Section 18.435.060] Findings and decision (Minor Use Permits and Use Permits).