Permitted Land Uses and Development Standards for the RR-15 Rural Residential District in Concord
The RR-15 Rural Residential District in the City of Concord is designated for low-density rural housing with a minimum lot size of 15,000 square feet and a density limit of up to 2.5 dwelling units per net acre. Development within the RR-15 district must comply with specific standards for lot dimensions, setbacks, and building height, with additional requirements provided in the Concord Development Code for specific land uses.
Allowed Land Uses in the RR-15 District
The RR-15 district is a sub-designation of the Rural Residential (RR) district. According to the development standards, the RR-15 district is appropriate for rural single-family residential development or clustered development. The following table summarizes the permit requirements for specific land use types within the RR district, which includes the RR-15 designation [Section 18.15.020, Table 18.15.020].
| Land Use Classification | Permit Required (RR) |
|---|---|
| Bed and Breakfast Inn | UP |
| Single-Family, Detached | ZC |
| Community Garden | AP |
| Companion Animal, Horses, Fowl | AP |
| Crop Production, Orchard, Vineyard | ZC |
| Livestock, Grazing | ZC |
| Boarding Kennel | MP |
| Dog Day Care, Training | AP |
| Grooming | AP |
| Religious Facility | UP |
| Wireless Communications Facility | AP, MP or 6409 |
Notes: ZC = Zoning Clearance; AP = Administrative Permit; MP = Minor Use Permit; UP = Use Permit.
RR-15 Development Standards
Development on lots within the RR-15 district must adhere to the minimum requirements for lot size, width, depth, and building height established for RR districts [Section 18.30.030].
| Standard | RR-15 Requirement |
|---|---|
| Density (minimum/maximum) | 0 – 2.5 du/net acre |
| Minimum Lot Area (Single-Family) | 15,000 square feet |
| Minimum Lot Width (Single-Family) | 100 feet |
| Minimum Lot Depth (Single-Family) | 85 feet |
| Maximum Building Height (Single-Family) | 30 feet |
Setback Requirements
The minimum setback requirements for single-family residences in the RR-15 district are as follows [Section 18.30.030, Table 18.30.030]:
| Setback Type | RR-15 Requirement |
|---|---|
| Front | 20 feet |
| Interior Side | 10 feet |
| Aggregate Side | 25 feet |
| Corner Side | 15 feet |
| Rear | 30 feet |
General Provisions and Exceptions
- Lot Coverage: The maximum lot coverage for single-family residential structures in the RR-15 district is 25 percent [Section 18.30.030, Table 18.30.030].
- Nonresidential Use: For nonresidential uses in the RR-15 district, the minimum lot area is 15,000 square feet, the minimum lot width is 100 feet, and the minimum lot depth is 85 feet [Section 18.30.030, Table 18.30.030].
- Averaging: In cases where four or more lots in a block on the same side of the street have been improved with buildings, the minimum front yard setback may be adjusted based on the average of the improved lots, subject to specific code constraints [Section 18.30.030].
Sections Cited
- Section 18.15.020 (Zoning map and districts)
- Section 18.30.010 (Purpose)
- Section 18.30.030 (Table 18.30.030 – RR and RS districts – Development standards)