Zoning Regulations for the RR-15 Rural Residential District in Concord
The RR-15 Rural Residential district in Concord is designated for low-density residential development with a minimum lot area of 15,000 square feet. Within the RR-15 district, the maximum lot coverage is 25 percent, while floor area ratio (FAR) is not explicitly capped by a single number for all structures in the same manner as residential density; rather, it is guided by the general development standards and the specific permit conditions for the site.
Development Standards for RR-15 Rural Residential
The RR-15 district is a subset of the Rural Residential (RR) land use category, which supports rural single-family development at densities of up to 2.5 dwelling units per net acre [Section 18.30.010].
Lot and Structure Standards
The following table outlines the foundational development standards for the RR-15 district, as specified in the residential development regulations [Section 18.30.030].
| Standard | RR-15 Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Lot Area | 15,000 square feet |
| Minimum Lot Width | 100 feet |
| Minimum Lot Depth | 85 feet |
| Maximum Lot Coverage | 25 percent |
Floor Area and Height Limits
While the maximum lot coverage for single-family homes in the RR-15 district is set at 25 percent, nonresidential lot coverage in the RR-15 district is established through the specific permit process [Section 18.30.030]. The maximum building height for single-family structures in the RR-15 district is 30 feet [Section 18.30.030]. For nonresidential development, building height is also determined by the specific permit issued for the project [Section 18.30.030].
General Applicability and Interpretation
The RR-15 district is intended to implement the Rural Residential (RR) land use designation of the Concord General Plan [Section 18.30.010]. All development in the RR-15 district must comply with the general development standards and any conditions of approval imposed by a discretionary permit [Section 18.25.020]. If a conflict arises between the development code and a specific plan or development agreement, the standards of the specific plan or agreement shall apply [Section 18.10.030].
Sections Cited
- Section 18.10.030: Relation to Other Regulations
- Section 18.25.020: General requirements for development and land use
- Section 18.30.010: Purpose
- Section 18.30.030: Table 18.30.030 – RR and RS districts – Development standards