Office Business Park (OBP) Zoning District Overview for Concord
The Office Business Park (OBP) district in Concord is intended for campus-style office complexes and business parks with a maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) of 0.8. This district allows ancillary retail and service uses serving employees, while specifically prohibiting uses that require outdoor storage or facilities.
Purpose and Character
The OBP district is designated for campus-like office complexes and business parks [Section 18.50.010]. Its primary purpose is to provide an intensity of development suitable for professional environments, while allowing ancillary restaurant, retail, and service activities that support employees [Section 18.50.010].
Land Use Permissions
Uses allowed in the OBP district are subject to the specific permit requirements detailed in the Concord Development Code.
| Land Use Classification | Permit Required in OBP |
|---|---|
| Administrative/Processing Offices | ZC |
| Professional Offices | ZC |
| Medical/Dental Offices | ZC |
| Business Support Services | ZC |
| Restaurant, Full Service | AP |
| Nursery, Preschool, Childcare | UP |
| Wireless Communications Facility | AP, MP or 6409 |
| Parking Facility | AP |
Note: ZC = Zoning Clearance; AP = Administrative Permit; MP = Minor Use Permit; UP = Use Permit [Section 18.25.030, 18.30.020, 18.40.020, 18.50.020].
Development Standards
Development in the OBP district must adhere to the following standards to ensure compatibility and quality [Section 18.50.030].
| Standard | OBP Requirement |
|---|---|
| Maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) | 0.80 |
| Minimum Lot Area | 40,000 square feet |
| Minimum Lot Width (Interior Lot) | 100 feet |
| Minimum Lot Width (Corner Lot) | 100 feet |
| Minimum Lot Depth | 100 feet |
| Maximum Building Height | 50 feet |
| Minimum Front Setback | 20 feet |
| Minimum Interior Side Setback | 10 feet |
Key Restrictions and Requirements
- Outdoor Activities: The OBP district does not allow uses that require outdoor facilities, storage, or activities [Section 18.50.010].
- Landscaping: New nonresidential projects must provide landscaping in compliance with Chapter 18.165, and parking lot landscaping must comply with Section 18.165.060.
- Maintenance: Property owners are responsible for the ongoing maintenance and repair of all exterior improvements, including parking areas, landscaping, and building exteriors [Section 18.150.130].
- Transitional Requirements: When abutting a residential district, OBP development must comply with the transitional requirements in Section 18.150.180, including specific setbacks and fence/wall requirements [Section 18.50.030].
Sections Cited
- 18.25.030 Allowable land uses and permit requirements
- 18.30.020 Residential districts – Allowed uses and permit requirements
- 18.40.020 Office and commercial districts – Allowed uses and permit requirements
- 18.50.010 Purpose (Business Park and Industrial Districts)
- 18.50.020 Business park and industrial districts – Allowed uses and permit requirements
- 18.50.030 Business park and industrial districts – Development standards
- 18.150.130 Performance standards
- 18.150.180 Transitional requirements
- 18.165.060 Parking lot landscaping