Maximum Building Height in the West Concord Mixed-Use (WMX) District

In the West Concord Mixed-Use (WMX) district of the City of Concord, the maximum building height is 140 feet. This height limit is subject to increase upon the approval of a use permit, as outlined in the development standards for Downtown Districts.

Maximum Building Height Standard

The maximum building height in the West Concord Mixed-Use (WMX) district is established in the development standards for the Downtown Districts.

Standard	WMX District	Additional Standards
Building Height (feet) - Maximum	140 feet	In DMX, increased height may be allowed with a use permit.

Note: While the table [Section 18.45.030] explicitly lists the maximum height for the WMX district as 140 feet, the corresponding "Additional Standards" column note regarding the use permit applies to the DMX district. Applicants should consult the Planning Division for specific procedures regarding height limit exceptions in the WMX district.

Regulatory Context for Downtown Districts

The West Concord Mixed-Use (WMX) district is defined as an area west of downtown, along Concord Avenue and the Walnut Creek Channel, intended for a mix of schools, commercial, office, retail, multi-tenant office/warehouses, and institutional development at an intensity of up to 4.0 Floor Area Ratio (FAR) [Section 18.45.010]. Development proposals must adhere to the height limits and design standards established for Downtown Districts to ensure consistency with the general plan and the character of the West Concord area [Section 18.45.010, Section 18.45.030].

Sections Cited

• Section 18.45.010 (Purpose)
• Section 18.45.030 (Table 18.45.030 – Downtown districts – Development standards)