Permitted Land Uses and Development Standards for the RS-8 District in Concord
The RS-8 Single-Family Residential District in Concord is intended for low-density residential development with a minimum lot size of 8,000 square feet. This district allows for a variety of residential uses, including detached single-family dwellings, small lot subdivisions, and attached single-family units, subject to specific development and zoning clearance requirements.
Allowed Land Uses and Permit Requirements in the RS-8 District
The following table summarizes the primary land uses permitted within the RS-8 district and the associated permit requirements.
| Land Use Classification | Permit Requirement | Additional Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Bed and Breakfast Inn | UP (Use Permit) | |
| Single-Family, Detached | ZC (Zoning Clearance) | |
| Single-Family, Detached – Small Lot Subdivision | UP (Use Permit) | |
| Single-Family, Attached | UP (Use Permit) | Chapter 18.152, Objective Design Standards |
| Duplex | AP (Administrative Permit) | Chapter 18.152, Objective Design Standards |
| Family Day Care Home (14 or fewer children) | ZC (Zoning Clearance) | |
| Home-Based Business | ZC, AP | CDC 18.200.100 |
| Residential Care Facility, Small | ZC (Zoning Clearance) | |
| Residential Care Facility, Large | UP (Use Permit) | |
| Residential Facility for Seniors, Assisted Living | UP (Use Permit) | |
| Transitional Housing, Single-Family | ZC (Zoning Clearance) |
Note: "–" indicates the use is not allowed.
Development Standards for the RS-8 District
Development within the RS-8 district must comply with the following dimensional and density standards established for the RS residential district category.
| Standard | RS-8 Requirement |
|---|---|
| Density (du/net acre) | 0 – 10 du/net acre |
| Minimum Lot Area (square feet) | 8,000 |
| Minimum Lot Width (feet) | 80 |
| Minimum Lot Depth (feet) | 85 |
| Maximum Lot Coverage (percent) | 35% |
| Maximum Building Height (feet) | 30 |
Minimum Setback Requirements
The following minimum setback requirements apply to structures within the RS-8 district:
| Setback Location | Minimum Setback (feet) |
|---|---|
| Front | 20 |
| Interior Side | 5, 10 |
| Aggregate Side | 15 |
| Corner Side | 10 |
| Rear | 20 |
Performance and Design Standards
- Open Space: Residential developments with three or more units must provide at least 200 square feet of private and/or common open space per dwelling unit [Section 18.150.100].
- Parking: Single-family homes in the RS-8 district must provide 2 parking spaces, at least one of which must be covered and not located within the required front yard setback, except as provided in Section 18.160.050(F) [Table 18.160.040].
- Fences and Walls: In residential districts, fences and walls generally may not exceed six feet in height, except for specific exceptions provided in Section 18.150.040.
Sections Cited
- Section 18.15.020 (Zoning map and districts)
- Section 18.30.010 (Purpose)
- 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 18.150.040 (Fences and walls)
- Section 18.150.100 (Open space and recreational facilities for residential development)
- Section 18.160.040 (Parking requirements)
- Section 18.160.050 (Adjustments to parking requirements)
- Section 18.200.100 (Home-based businesses)