North Todos Santos District (NTS) Zoning Regulations
The North Todos Santos District (NTS) is a specialized zoning district in the City of Concord designed to encourage the preservation of existing buildings that possess unique architectural or historical significance. Development standards in the North Todos Santos District are dictated by specific floor area ratio (FAR) requirements based on parcel size, while lot coverage is capped at 50 percent for both residential and nonresidential uses.
Floor Area Ratio (FAR) in the North Todos Santos District
The floor area ratio (FAR) in the North Todos Santos District is determined by the size of the parcel in square feet. Note that these FAR requirements do not apply to residential uses [Section 18.35.030].
| Maximum FAR | Parcel Size (square feet) |
|---|---|
| 0.30 | 5,000 or less |
| 0.32 | 5,001 – 6,000 |
| 0.34 | 6,001 – 7,000 |
| 0.36 | 7,001 – 8,000 |
| 0.38 | 8,001 – 9,000 |
| 0.40 | 9,001 – 10,000 |
| 0.41 | 10,001 – 11,000 |
| 0.42 | 11,001 – 12,000 |
| 0.43 | 12,001 – 13,000 |
| 0.44 | 13,001 – 14,000 |
| 0.45 | 14,001 – 15,000 |
| 0.46 | 15,001 – 16,000 |
| 0.47 | 16,001 – 17,000 |
| 0.48 | 17,001 – 18,000 |
| 0.49 | 18,001 – 19,000 |
| 0.50 | 19,001 – 20,000 |
Lot Coverage Standards
In the North Todos Santos District, the maximum permitted lot coverage is standardized for both residential and nonresidential property types [Section 18.35.030].
| Property Type | Maximum Lot Coverage |
|---|---|
| Residential | 50 percent |
| Nonresidential | 50 percent |
Additional Development Standards
Beyond FAR and lot coverage, the North Todos Santos District is subject to the following development standards [Section 18.35.030]:
- Minimum Lot Area: 5,000 square feet for both residential and nonresidential uses.
- Minimum Lot Width: 50 feet for both residential and nonresidential uses.
- Minimum Lot Depth: 80 feet for both residential and nonresidential uses.
- Maximum Building Height: 30 feet or three stories, whichever is less, for residential uses.
Sections Cited
- Section 18.35.030 (Tables 18.35.030(A) and (B) – North Todos Santos district – Floor area ratio and development standards)