RS-6 Single-Family Residential District Overview
The RS-6 Residential Single-Family District in the City of Concord is designed to accommodate single-family homes at a density of 2.5 to 10 units per net acre, with a specific minimum lot size requirement of 6,000 square feet. Permitted uses focus primarily on single-family residential development, and development standards are strictly regulated to maintain neighborhood character, with detailed setback, lot coverage, and building height requirements.
Purpose and Applicability
The RS Residential Single-Family (RS) district is established to provide for single-family residential uses in neighborhoods within the City of Concord [Section 18.30.010]. The "RS-6" designation specifically indicates a single-family residential district with a minimum lot size of 6,000 square feet [Section 18.15.020, Table 18.15.020]. This district implements the Low Density Residential (LDR) land use designation of the general plan [Section 18.30.010].
Allowed Uses and Permit Requirements
Within the RS-6 district, several residential and accessory uses are permitted. Uses are categorized by the type of permit required: Zoning Clearance (ZC), Administrative Permit (AP), Minor Use Permit (MP), or Use Permit (UP) [Section 18.30.020, Table 18.30.020].
| Land Use Classification | Permit Required (RS-6) | Additional Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Bed and Breakfast Inn | UP | |
| Single-Family, Detached | ZC | |
| Single-Family, Detached – Small Lot Subdivision | UP | |
| Single-Family, Attached | UP | Chapter 18.152 CDC, Objective Design Standards |
| Family Day Care Home (14 or fewer children) | ZC | |
| Home-Based Business | ZC, AP | CDC 18.200.100 |
| Residential Care Facility, Small | ZC | |
| Residential Care Facility, Large | UP | |
| Residential Facility for Seniors, Assisted Living | UP |
Development Standards
Development in the RS-6 district must comply with specific standards related to lot dimensions, coverage, and setbacks [Section 18.30.030, Table 18.30.030].
| Standard | RS-6 Requirement |
|---|---|
| Density (du/net acre) | 0 – 10 (minimum/maximum) |
| Minimum Lot Area | 6,000 square feet (residential) |
| Minimum Lot Width | 60 feet (single-family) |
| Minimum Lot Depth | 85 feet (single-family) |
| Maximum Lot Coverage | 35% (single-family) |
| Maximum Building Height | 30 feet |
Setback Requirements
Minimum setback requirements in the RS-6 district are as follows [Section 18.30.030, Table 18.30.030]:
| Setback Type | RS-6 Minimum |
|---|---|
| Front | 20 feet |
| Interior Side | 5, 10 feet |
| Aggregate | 15 feet |
| Corner Side | 10 feet |
| Rear | 15 feet |
Key Restrictions and Provisions
- Lot Coverage: For nonresidential development, lot coverage is established by the applicable permit or, if not regulated by a permit, by the standards of the abutting district [Section 18.30.030].
- Setbacks: Setbacks are generally measured from the property line or back of sidewalk (whichever is less) to the face of the building or structure [Section 18.30.030].
- Design Compatibility: Residential projects in the RS-6 district that do not utilize objective design standards may be subject to additional design and site review processes [Section 18.415.020].
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 18.415.020 (Applicability)