North Todos Santos District (NTS) Zoning Regulations
The North Todos Santos (NTS) District in the City of Concord is established to facilitate flexible land use, reuse, and building expansions that maintain the scale and historical character of the existing neighborhood [Section 18.35.010]. Development within the NTS District requires compliance with specific standards for lot size, width, and depth, as well as density and height limits, as detailed in the North Todos Santos district standards [Section 18.35.030].
Minimum Lot Sizes and Dimensions
The North Todos Santos District (NTS) applies specific minimum standards for lot area, width, and depth to maintain the neighborhood's character. These standards are delineated by land use type, distinguishing between residential and nonresidential development.
Table 1: North Todos Santos (NTS) District Development Standards
| Standard | Residential (SFR) | Residential (MF) | Office | Nonresidential |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum Lot Area | 5,000 sq. ft. | 5,000 sq. ft. | 5,000 sq. ft. | 5,000 sq. ft. |
| Minimum Lot Width | 50 feet | 50 feet | 50 feet | 50 feet |
| Minimum Lot Depth | 80 feet | 80 feet | 80 feet | 80 feet |
Note: For Multifamily (MF) residential in the NTS District, standards refer to the RR, RS, RL, RM, or RH districts as appropriate [Section 18.35.030(B)].
Residential Density
The North Todos Santos District (NTS) permits residential density at a minimum of 2.5 dwelling units per net acre and a maximum of 32 dwelling units per net acre [Section 18.35.030(B)].
Building Height Limits
The North Todos Santos District (NTS) restricts the maximum building height for residential structures to 30 feet or three stories, whichever is less. Nonresidential building heights in the NTS District are established in compliance with the permit conditions; if a permit is not required, the regulations of the abutting district apply to each adjacent portion of the property [Section 18.35.030(B)].
General Requirements
All subdivisions, new uses, structures, and alterations to existing uses and structures in the NTS District must be designed and constructed in compliance with these specified requirements [Section 18.35.030]. Furthermore, all projects requiring design and site review must comply with the North Todos Santos design guidelines [Section 18.35.060].
Sections Cited
- Section 18.35.010 (Purpose)
- Section 18.35.030 (Tables 18.35.030(A) and (B) – North Todos Santos district – Floor area ratio and development standards)
- Section 18.35.060 (North Todos Santos design guidelines)