Setback Requirements for the Parks and Recreation (PR) District in Concord

The Parks and Recreation (PR) district is classified as a Community Land District in the city of Concord, where development standards are determined based on specific site characteristics and the primary use of the land. Because PR districts are generally intended for open space and recreational uses, they do not have universal setback measurements; instead, setbacks and development standards are typically established or modified at the discretion of the review authority to ensure compatibility with surrounding uses and protection of natural resources.

Setback Standards in the PR District

In the city of Concord, the Parks and Recreation (PR) zoning district is included under the Community Land Districts. Unlike residential or commercial districts that have fixed setback requirements in a table, development within a PR district is subject to review by the city’s review authority.

Determining Setbacks and Development Requirements

The development standards for the PR district, including setback requirements, are not fixed by a specific numerical table in the Concord Development Code. Instead, they are determined on a case-by-case basis:

• Review Authority Discretion: Requirements for landscaping, setbacks, and other site improvements in the PR district are determined at the discretion of the review authority [Section 18.165.050].
• Consistency with Standards: When new development or alterations occur within the PR district, the city will apply general development standards as appropriate to the site to ensure compatibility and protection of resources, such as those found in the General Development Standards [Chapter 18.150].
• Abutting Districts: For development occurring on land that may abut other zoning districts, the review authority may apply transitional requirements to ensure an appropriate transition between the PR district and the adjoining property [Section 18.150.180].

General Requirements for Community Land Districts

Development in the PR district must comply with the general purpose of the Community Land Districts, which includes the preservation of land for parks, open space, and resource conservation [Section 18.60.010]. Any proposed construction or significant site alteration within the PR district typically requires a planning permit or design review, which provides the city the opportunity to establish site-specific setback requirements that satisfy the project's functional needs while maintaining the integrity of the park or recreation area [Section 18.165.020].

Sections Cited

• Section 18.60.010: Purpose (Community Land Districts)
• Section 18.150.180: Transitional requirements
• Section 18.165.020: Applicability (Landscaping)
• Section 18.165.050: Landscape requirements (Table 18.165.050)