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RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO ADOPTING AND
APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 91-20 TO THE GENERAL PLAN OF
THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SAN BERNARDINO AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Recitals
(a)
The General Plan for the City of San Bernardino was
adopted by the Mayor and Common Council by Resolution No. 89-159
on June 2, 1989.
(b) General Plan Amendment No. 91-20 to the General Plan of
the City of
San Bernardino was
considered by the
planning
commission on January 17, 1992, after a noticed public hearing, and
the Planning commission I s recommendation of approval has been
considered by the Mayor and Common Council.
(c)
The Planning commission determined that General Plan
Amendment No. 91-20 was exempt from CEQA in accordance with section
15061 (b) (3) of the CEQA Guidelines which states that CEQA only
applies to projects that have the potential to cause a significant
effect on the environment.
(d) The Mayor and Common Council held a noticed public
hearing and fully reviewed and considered proposed General Plan
Amendment No. 91-20 and the Planning commission Staff Report on
February 17, 1992.
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The adoption of General Plan Amendment No. 91-20 is
deemed in the interest of the orderly development of the city and
is consistent with the goals, objectives and policies of the
existing General Plan.
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1 SECTION 2. Findinqs
2 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Mayor and Common Council of the
3 ity of San Bernardino that:
4 The proposed amendment to change the text of the RE,
5 Residential Estate, RL, Residential Low, RS, Residential
6 Suburban, RU, Residential Urban, RM, Residential Medium, RMH,
7 Residential Medium High, RH, Residential High, CR, Commercial
8 Regional, CCS, Central City South, CG, Commercial General, CN,
commercial Neighborhood, CO, Commercial Office, CH, Commercial
Heavy, OIP, Office Industrial Park, IL, Industrial Light, IH,
Industrial Heavy, IE, Industrial Extractive, PCR,
PubliclCommercial Recreation, PP, Public Parks, PF, Public
Facilities and PFC, Public Flood Control land use designations
to establish legally existing single family dwelling units as
conforming and permitted uses is internally consistent with
the goals established in the General Plan.
All elements of the text amendment would not be detrimental
to the public interest, health, safety, convenience, or
welfare of the city.
The elements of the proposed text amendment would not affect
the appropriate balance of land uses within the City.
SECTION 3. Amendment
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by the Mayor and Common Council that:
The text of the General Plan of the city of San Bernardino is
amended by adding Policy 1.9.11 to the RESIDENTIAL section a.
Residential Estate, Permitted Use. Densitv. and Heiqht
policies located on page 1-57; Policy 1.10.12 to Section b.
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Residential Low, Permitted Use. Densitv. and Heiqht policies
located on page 1-58; Policy 1.11.11 to section c. Residential
Suburban, Permitted Use. Densitv. and Heiqht policies located
on page 1-59; Policy 1.12.13 to Section d. Residential Urban,
Permitted Use. Densitv. and Heiqht policies located on page
1-60; Policy 1.13.15 to section e. Residential Multi-Familv,
Permitted Use. Densitv. and Heiqht policies located on page
1-62; Policy 1.15.11 to the COMMERCIAL section a. Commercial
and Reqion-Servinq Retail Uses, Permitted Uses policies
located on page 1-68; Policy 1.16.18 to section b. Reqion-
Servinq Commercial Downtown, Permitted Uses policies located
on page 1-73; Policy 1.17.13 to section c. Reqion-Servinq
Commercial: Tri-citv/Commercenter and Club Area, Permitted
Uses policies located on page 1-75; Policy 1.18.11 to Section
d. Reqion-Servinq Community Commercial: Auto Plaza, Permitted
Uses policies located on page 1-77; Policy 1.19.12 to Section
e. communitv-Servinq Commercial Uses, Permitted Uses policies
located on page 1-78; Policy 1.20.11 to Section f. Community
Commercial: Hiqhland "Core", Permitted Uses policies located
on page 1-80; Policy 1.21.13 to Section g. Community
Commercial: "E" Street Corridor, Permitted Uses policies
located on page 1-81; Policy 1.22.17 to section h. Community
Commercial: Mixed Residential, Permitted Uses located on page
1-83; Policy 1.23.12 to Section i. Community Commercial:
University Villaqe, Permitted Uses policies located on page
1-85; Policies 1.24.16 and 1.25.12 to Section j. Community
Commercial: specialty/Theme Centers, Permitted Uses policies
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located on pages 1-86 and 1-88, respectively; Policy 1.26.12to
section k. Neiahborhood-Servina Commercial, Permitted Uses
policies located on page 1-91; Policy 1.27.11 to section 1.
Neiahborhood-Servina commercial: Verdemont, permi tted Uses
policies located on page 1-92; Policies 1.28.13 and 1.29.12
to section m. Commercial office, Permitted Uses policies
located on pages 1-93 and 1-94, respectively; Policy 1.30.11
to section n. commercial Heavv, Permitted Uses located on page
1-95; Policy 1.31.11 to the OFFICE INDUSTRIAL PARK section,
Permitted Uses located on page 1-96; policy 1.32.13 to
INDUSTRIAL Section a. Liaht Industrial, Permitted Uses
policies located on page 1-98; Policy 1.33.12 to section b.
Heavv Industrial, Permitted Uses policies located on page 1-
99; Policy 1.34.12 to Section c. Extractive Industrial,
Permitted Uses policies located on page 1-100; policies
1.35.11 and 1.36.12 to the PUBLIC section a. Public Commercial
Recreational, Permitted Uses policies located on pages 1-101
and 1-102, respectively; Policy 1.37.14 to section b. Public
Uses, Permitted Uses policies located on page 1-103; Policy
1.38.12 to section c. Public Flood Control, Permitted Uses
policies located on page 1-104; Policy 1.39.12 to the ISSUE
FOUR: WHAT SHOULD BE THE FUTURE ROLE AND CHARACTER OF NORTON
AIR FORCE BASE? Section, Permitted Uses located on page 1-
105 of the Land Use Element, entitled Attachment 2 (A-l
through A-35). This amendment is designated General Plan
Amendment No. 91-20, a copy of which is attached and
incorporated herein by reference. [Attachment 2 (A-1 through
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2 B. General Plan Amendment No. 91-20 shall be effective
3 immediately upon adoption of this resolution.
4 SECTION 4. Text Notation
5 This resolution and the amendment affected by it shall be
6 noted on the appropriate General Plan pages that have been
7 previously adopted and approved by the Mayor and Common Council and
8 which are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
SECTION 5. Notice of Exemption
The Planning Division is hereby directed to file a Notice of
Exemption with the County Clerk of the Board of the County of San
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13 determining the exemption status of General Plan Amendment No.
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RESOLUTION...ADOPTING AND APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 91-
20 TO THE GENERAL PLAN OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO.
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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing resolution was duly
2 adopted by the Mayor and Common Council of the City of San
3 Bernardino at a regular meeting therefore, held on the
4 17th day of February , 1992, by the following vote, to wit:
5 Council Members: AYES NAYS ABSTAIN ABSENT
6 ESTRADA X
7 REILLY -X-
8 HERNANDEZ X
9 MAUDSLEY X
10 MINOR X
11 POPE-LUDLAM X
12 MILLER ----X-
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The foregoing resolution is hereby approved this
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Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permitted Use, Density and Height
1.9.10 Permit the development or resid~nlial units at a density of a minimu~, oi
one gross acre per unit and height of three stories or 45 feet in areas
designated as "Residential Estate" (RE) (II.1 and 1:2).
1.9.11 See Page 1-62A
Design and Development Guidelines
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Require that the residential site ar.d unit ce cesign2J '0 rerlect the r~l:ll
setting and the physical characteristics or the site and establish a hi;;;h
quality, "upscale" char.lCtu including:
a. maintaining the site in its natural topographic ch"racter to the e~:tent
practical and feasible;
c. use of fire-retardant building !11."teri.1Js. which complement the setting;
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d. use of architectural design styles which complement and do nol
"dominate" the setting;
e. siting of structures to "fit" with topugraphy and vegetation;
f. linkages to equestrian trails when the site is adjacent to a !1,.\ster
planned trail (11.1, !l.ts. and 119).
1.9.31
Encouragt2 the devdl)prncnl tif "high qUJ,1it;/' e~~Jtc subJiT:i~iol1s;
incorporating consistent fencing and signage, brid.d and pedestri~ln tLlib,
interconnecting greenbelts, and community am2nities (such as clubhouse,
health club, ter.nis courts, swimming pools, etc.) (11.1, 11.2, I1.4, 11.6, and
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Establish and enforce sL1ndarJs for property maintenance (debris and
weed removal, storage of automobiles, recreational vehicles, and lx,at",
etc.) (II.!, I1.2, and 11.15).
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b. Residential Low
Objective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.10 Promote the development of low-density, large lot, high quality single-
family detached residential units.
Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
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Permitted Use, Density, and Height
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1.10.10 Permit the development of single-family detached residential units at a
density of up to 3.1 units per gross acre and height of 2.5 stories (35 feet)
in areas designated as "Residential Low" (RL) (11.1 and II.2).
1.10.11 Permit the development of single-family'detached residential units at a
density of up to 3.5 units per gross acre and height of 2.5 stories (35 feet)
in Tract 12756 and 13172.
1.10.12 See Page 1-62A
Design and Development Standards (
1.10.30
Require a minimum of 10,800 square feet per lot (II.l and I1.2).
1.10.31
Require that residential units and sites be designed to convey a "high
quality" image, including:
a. use of architectural design idioms which complement and do not
"dominate" the setting;
b. use of building materials, colors, and forms which contribute to a
. "neighborhood" character;
c. use of extensive site landscape; and
d. linkages to equestrian and/or pedestrian trails when the site is adja-
cent to a master planned trail (11.1 and 11.9).
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Encourage the development of "high quality" large lot residential
subdivisions; incorporating interconnecting pedestrian paths and
greenbelts, consistent and well designed street signage, entry signage or
monument, community amenities (such as clubhouse, meeting rooms,
swimming pools, tennis courts, health club, etc.), and similar uses (11.1,
I1.2, I1.4, and I1.6).
c. Residential Suburban
Obiective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.11 Promote the development of single-family detached units in a high quality
suburban setting.
Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San BernarJino to:
Permitted Use, Densitv, and Height
1.11.10 Permit the development of single-family detached residential units at a
density of up to 4.5 units per gross acre and height of two and one-half
stories including a loft (33 feet) in areas designated as - "Residential
Suburban" (RS) (11.1 and I1.2).
1.11.11 See Page 1-62A
Desi'in and Development Guidelines
1.11.30
1.11.31
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Require that the residential lots be developed at a minimum of 7,200
square feer (11.1, 11.2, and 11.6).
Encourage the incorporation of greenbelts, pedestrian paths, and
community amenities in a resider. rial subdivision (ILl, 11.2, II A, and 11.6).
Require residential subdivisions to be oriented away from arterials and
other major highways; locating .~xtensive landscape setbacks containing
trees and shrubs and decorative walls along this frontage (11.1 and 11.2).
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d. Residential Urban
Obiective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.12 Promote the development of single-family detached and attached, duplex,
mobile home parks, and small lot subdivisions where the intent is to
consolidate lots to achieve more open space.
Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permitted Use, Density, and Height
1.12.10
Permit the development of single-family detached units, mobile home
parks... small lot single-family unit subdivisions, and multi-family units at
a density of up to 9 units per gross acre and height of two stories and loft
(35 feet) in areas designated as "Residential Urban" (RU-l and RU-2) (11.1
and 11.2).
1.12.11 Permit the development of senior cItIzen and senior congregate care
housing to a maximum density of 14 units per net acre and height of two (. i
stories provided that a marketing and financing analysis is conducted
which determines long-term feasibility; a plan is prepared for the
conversion of seniors units to standard units, with a corresponding
reduction in the number of units, if the project is not occupied by qualified
seniors; and all Code requirements are met (n.1).
1.12.12/1.12.13 See Page 1-62A
u2:1sitv "-no Development Guidelines
1.12.30
Require the following minimum lot sizes:
a. two single-family units or a duplex: 7,200 square feet in areas
designated as RU-l;
b. two single-family units or duplexes on existing lots of record, recorded
as of the date of the adoption of this Plan, having 6,200 square feet or
greater in areas designated as RU-2;
c. small lot subdivisions: 5,000 square feet, as a part of a Planned
Residential Development;
d. clustering of permitted units (ILl and n.2).
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Policies
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It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permitted Use. Density and Height
1.13.10
1.13.11
1.13.12
Permit the development of multi-family townhomes and apartments at a
density of 9.1 to 14 units per net acre and height of three stories (42 feet) in
areas designated as "Residential Medium" (&\.1) (I1.1 and 11.2).
Permit the development of multi-family condominiums and apartments at
a density of 14.1 to 24 units per net acre and height of three stories (42 feet)
in areas designated as "Residential :\1edium High" (R.\.1H) (I1.1 and 11.2).
Permit the development of multi-family condominiums and apartments at
a density of 24.1 to 36 units per net acre and height of four stories (56 feet)
in areas designated as "Residential High" (RH) (II.l and 11.2).
1.13.13 Permit the development of senior citizen and senior congregate care
housing at a density oi 50 percent greater than that allowed in the
residential zone in accordance with the conditions of Policy 1.12.11 (ILl).
1.13.14/1.13.15 See Page 1-62A
Design and Development Guidelines
1.13.30
1.13.31
1.13.32
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Require a minimum lot size of 14,400 square feet for the development of
multi-family units at the RM density; lots of smaller size shall be
developed at the RU-1 and RU-2 density in accordance with Policies
1.12.10 through 1.12.35 (I1.1 and 11.2).
Require a minimum lot size of 20,000 square feet for the development of
multi-iamily units at the R.\1H and RH densities; lots of 14,400 to 20,000
square feet may be developed at the RM density and lots of less than
14,400 square feet may be developed at the RU-1 and RU-2 density in
accordance with Policies 1.12.10 through 1.12.35 (I1.1 and 11.2).
Require that multi-family residential developments convey a high quality
and distinctive neighborhood character, including:
a. use of materials, colors, and forms that are typical of lower density
residential areas;
b. differentiation of facades and elevations by the use of offset planes and
cubic volumes, articulation of building details (columns, beams, etc.),
inclusion of balconies, arcades, or recessed or projecting windows to
convey a three-dimensional sense, and other techniques which avoid
"box" -like structures; \
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1.9.11
1.10.12
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"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Residential Estate' (RE) (ILl)."
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Residential Low' (RL) (ILl)."
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Residential Suburban' (RS) (ILl)."
Allow existing mUlti-family units to remain as a
conforming, permitted use in areas designated as
"Residential Urban" (RU-1 and RU-2) (ILl and I1.2).
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Residential Urban' (RU-1 and RU-2) (ILl)."
Allow existing multi-family units to remain as a
conforming, permitted use in areas designated
"Residential Medium" (RM), "Residential Medium High"
(RMH) and "Residential High" (RH) (ILl and I1.2).
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Residential Medium' (RM), 'Residential Medium High
(RMH) and 'Residential High' (RH) (ILl)."
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Policies
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It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permitted Uses
1.15.10 Permit and encourage the intensification of the Central City and Inland
Center Malls and adjacent properties designated as Commercial Regional
Retail (CR-1) for region-serving commercial, entertainment, restaurant,
supporting retail, professional offices and similar uses (11.1, 11.4, 11.5,
11.11, and 11.12).
11.15.11 See Page 1-88A
Densitv /Intensitv, and Height
1.15.20
Permit a maximum floor area ratio' of 1.5 and height of four stories (52
feet) (11.1).
Desi~n and Development Guidelines
1.15.30
1.15.31
1.15.32
Require that new development in the region-serving malls be designed to
visuaily and physically "open onto" peripheral parking areas, rather than
oriented exclusively to interior pedestrian areas; which may incorporate
exterior store fronts, restaurants, major entries, and other similar design
elements (II.1, 11.6, and 11.9).
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Require that new development be designed to convey the physical and
visual "sense" of multiple store fronts, rather than large "warehouse"'or
"box-like" cubic volumes (11.1,11.6, and 11.9).
Require that all buildings be visually integrated by the use of unifying
architectural design elements, signage, lighting, and pedestrian areas (1Ll,
11.6, and 11.9).
Floor Area Ratio (FAR) is the numerical value obtained by dividing the above-ground gross floor
area of a building or buildings located 0r , ,~' ~r parcel of land bv the total area of <l1r" k.t or parcel
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1.16.17 Establish a "high-activity" sub-area (generally between "0", "E", 2nd, and
5th Streets), where it is the intent to achieve a high level of evening
activity, and limit the uses which can be accommodated in the ground
elevation of structures to those open in the evening (e.g., restaurants,
theaters, and specialty stores (11.1 and 11.4).
1.16.18 See Page 1-88A
Intensit.,' /Density and Hei~ht
1.16.20
1.16.21
1.16.22
1.16.23
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Permit a maximum floor area ratio of 3.0 and no defined limit on height;
encouraging variation of building heights to create a visually distinctive
skyline, reduced bulk, and increased ground floor open space (11.1).
Permit a maximum floor area ratio of 4.0 and no defined height limit for
the incorporation of residential units above the commercial and/or office,
provided that a minimum FAR of 1.0 is developed for residential (11.1).
Permit a maximum density of 54 units per gross acre and no defined limit
on height for sites developed exclusively for residential (11.1).
Permit a maximum density of 150 units per gross acre and no defined
height limit for sites developed exclusively for senior citizens or senioc
congregate care housing in accordance with the requirements of Policy
1.12.11 (11.1).
Desi~n and Development Guidelines
1.16.30
1.16.31
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Require that buildings be designed, sited, and massed to convey an
"urban-like" character; locating structures in proximity to sidewalks,
using architectural design styles and materials which visually convey a
sense of "mass" and "permanency" (such as granite and marble, defined
piers and columns, etc.), incorporating multiple stories, and similar
techniques (11.1, 11.6, and II.9).
Encourage that buildings be located within twenty-five feet of the
sidewalk, except for setbacks to allow outdoor dining, pedestrian-oriented
plazas, courtyards and landscaped areas provided that:
a. the setback is not separated from the abutting sidewalks by walls,
continuous planters, or other barriers;
b. the setback is at or approximate to the elevation of the abutting
sidewalks, except where a distinctive and usable open space can be
created which transitions "smoothly" from the abutting sidewalk;
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Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permitted Uses
1.17.10
1.17.11
Permit a diversity of region-serving uses including corporate and
professional offices, retail commercialLentertainment (theaters, nightclubs,
etc.), financial establishments, restaurants (excluding drive-thrus in the
Tri-City/Commercenter area only), hotels/motels, ware-
house/promotional retail, supporting retail and services, and similar uses
in areas designated as "Commercial Regional-Tri-City/Commercenter
and Club area (CR-3) (11.1).
Permit research and development, high technology, and other business
park uses, adjacent to and integrated with existing similar uses (II.l).
1.17.12 Allow for the development of outdoor dining (11.1).
1.17.13 See Page I-BBA
Densitv!Intensity and Hei~ht
1.17.20
Permit a maximum floor area ratio of 3.0 for office and overnight
accommodations, 1.5 for research and development and similar uses, and
0.7 for commercial uses and a maximum of four stories (52 feet) for all
uses. Structures higher than four stories shall require a Conditional Use
Permit (n.l).
Desi~n and Development Guidelines
1.17.30
1.17.31
1.17.32
Require that development be designed to convey the physical and visual
appearance of an integrated urban center; utilizing consistent and
complementary architectural design styles and building materials,
building massing and bulk, and siting of structures (II.l and 11.6).
Require that buildings be designed to convey a high quality "corporate
park" character in accordance with Policy 1.31.30 (11.1 and 11.6).
Require that a comprehensive plan be established which provides for the
interrelationship of individual building sites, and visual and physical
connections to the peripheral sidewalks and abutting parcels, by:
a. locating the structure in proximity to the sidewalk/street;
b. incorporating a trellis, arcade, or other architectural element between
site structures and streets;
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Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permitted Uses
1.18.10 Allow for the development of new and used automobile and truck sales
and related retail and service uses in the Auto Plaza area, designated as
"Region-serving Commercial Auto Plaza" (CR-4) (11.1).
1.18.11 See Page 1-88A
Densitv /Intensity and Hei~ht
1.18.20
Permit a maximum floor area ratio of 0.7 and height of two (2) stories (30
feet) (ILl).
Development and Desi~ Guidelines
1.18.30
Require that new development be designed to complement existing uses;
incorporating aesthetic auto and truck sales showrooms, extensive
landscape, and attractive signage (11.1, 11.6, and 11.9).
1.18.31
Require that signage be integrated into the overall site and building
design (1Ll, 11.6, and Il.9).
e. Community-Serving Commercial Uses
Objective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.19 Provide for the continued use, enhancement, and new development of
retail, personal service, entertainment, office and related commercial uses
along major transportation corridors and intersections to serve the needs
of the residents; reinforcing existing commercial corridors and centers and
establishing new locations as new residential growth occurs.
Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permitted Uses
Ll9.10
Permit a diversity of community-serving retail and service uses (grocery
stores, apparel and accessories, furniture and home furnishings, garden
supplies, restaurants, bookstores, cleaning establishments, shoe repair,
beauty salons/hair styling, and similar), entertainment uses, and
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professional and financial offices in areas designed as "Commercial
General" (CG-1) (11.1).
1.19.11 Permit the development of new and used car dealerships and auto-related
retail and service uses (excluding auto body and paint) with a Conditional
Use Permit to ensure compatibility with adjacent uses (11.1 and 11.6).
1.19.12 See Page I-SSA
Density jlntensity and Height
1.19.20
Permit a maximum floor area ratio of 0.7 and height of two stories (30 feet)
except on parcels immediately abutting a freeway where the height may
be increased by Conditional Use Permit (11.1).
1.19.21
Allow for modifications of the height to preserve significant viewsheds
from adjacent prope.rties and open space (11.1).
Design and Development Guidelines
1.19.30
Require that new commercial developments be designed to convey a low-
rise, pedestrian-scaled, community-oriented environment including:
a. avoidance of large undifferentiated, flat facade, "box" or "warehouse"
like structures;
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b. incorporation of architectural elements which differentiate the facade
(articulated columns, beams, and spandrels, offset planes, recessed.or
projecting windows, etc.);
c. siting of buildings around common pedestrian walkways, plazas,
courtyards, and open spaces;
d. incorporation of pedestrian sidewalks, arcades, or trellises linking the
site to peripheral sidewalks and uses;
e. inclusion of extensive site landscape (including shrubs and trees);
f. provision of art and other visual amenities;
g. incorporation of non-reflective glass and doors along the majority of
the ground elevation of the facade to provide visual and physical
penetration;
h. location of percentage of the ground elevation of the building abutting
peripheral sidewalks and pedestrian spaces within two vertical feet of
these; and .
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f. Community Commercial: Highland "Core"
Objective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.20 Facilitate the continuing development of Highland Avenue between
Waterman Avenue and "E" Street as a focal point of community-serving
commercial uses; providing opportunities for infill and intensification, in-
creased parking, improvement of its visual quality, enhanced
compatibility with adjacent residential, and preservation of its overall
scale and character.
Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permitted Uses
~.20.10 Pe~mit a diversity of community-serving comr:'ercial uses in acco~dance
with Policy Ll9.10 (ILl).
1.20.11 See Page 1-88A
Density!Intensity and Height
1.20.20
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Permit a maximum floor area ratio of 1.0 and height of two stories (30 feet)
(11.1).
Design and Development Guidelines
1.20.30
1.20.31
1.20.32
1.20.33
Require that commercial buildings be designed to enhance pedestrian
activity at their street elevation in accordance with Policy 1.15.34 (ILl,
Il.6, and Il.9).
Encourage that buildings be located within fifteen feet of the sidewalk,
except for setbacks to allow outdoor dining, pedestrian-oriented plazas,
landscaped areas, and courtyards, in accordance with Policy 1.16.31 (11.1
and Il.6).
Require that all code-required parking be located to the rear, above, or
below the ground floor of commercial buildings unless infeasible due to
site configuration or access limitations (ILl).
Require that the rear elevations of buildings facing public alleys and
parking lots be architecturally treated in the same design style and
character as the street elevation, and incorporate an entry and site
landscape (ILl, 11.6, and 11.9).
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1.20.34
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Develop and implement a program of public streetscape improvements
which uniquely identify the Highland Avenue corridor and provide
linkages among individual building sites (in accordance with Urban
Design for Public Spaces Policies 5.3.2,5.4.2,5.4.3,5.4.7-5.4.10, and 5.4.14);
including public signage, landscape, street furniture, lighting, and other
amenities (I1.6).
g. Community Commercial: "E" Street Corridor
Objective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.21 Promote the upgrage of the "E" Street corridor, between downtown and
Base Line Street.
Policies
It shall be the ?olicy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permitted Uses
1.21.10
1.21.11
Permit the development of community-serving commercial uses in
accordance with Policies 1.19.10 and 1.19.11 (Il.l).
Allow for the continuation of existing automobile related uses, requiring a
Certificate of Occupancy on change of their ownership or use (Il. O.
Provide financial incentives for the renovation and upgrade of existing
buildings and sites; which may include low interest loans or grants, use of
assessment districts, tax increment financing, or other technique (11.11 and
11.14).
1.21.13 See Page 1-88A
Densitv /Intensity and Height
1.21.12
1.21.20
Permit a maximum floor area ratio of 0.7 and height of two stories (11.1).
Design and Development Guidelines
1.21.30
1.21.31
Require that commercial uses be developed in accordance with Policies
1.19.30 through 1.19.35 (11.1,11.6, and 11.9).
Require that auto-related and other commercial uses be designed and
sited to ensure compatibility with adjacent residential uses; incorporating
as appropriate, decorative walks, landscaped setbacks, enclosure of park-
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1.22.14
1.22.15
a. a minimum contiguous area of one acre is committed to residential
use;
b. walls, landscape, horizontal and vertical setbacks, and other elements
are used to buffer the use from adjacent commercial uses;
c. noise, traffic, and lighting impacts of adjacent commercial uses, are
mitigated;
d. passive recreation open space is provided on-site;
e. the project is adequately secured;
f. its location will not impact the integrity and continuity of other
commercial uses; and
g. a development plan is approved by the Mayor and Common Council
(ILl, II.4, 11.6, and II.?).
Permit senior citizen and senior congregate care housing in locations
between the commercial centers, provided that they are adequately
buffered from these uses (sound walls, landscape, security, controlled
access, etc.) and in accordance with the provisions of Policy Ll2.ll (ILl
and II.6).
Pursue aggressive programs to stimulate the economic revitalization of
the Mount Vernon Avenue and Base Line Street areas, which shall include
marketing of development opportunities, attractions management,
Redevelopment authorities, and other appropriate actions (II.ll, 11.12,
II.14).
1.22.16 Promote the development of specific plans for the Mount Vernon
Corridor, including all parcels flanking Mount Vernon Avenue designated
as CG-2 between Base Line Street and Highland Avenue, which allow for
the collaborative input of residents and business owners in the formula-
tion of a comprehensive and phased plan which meets the business, resi-
dential, and cultural needs of the adjacent community (ILl, II.4).
1.22.17 See Page 1-88A
Densitv /lntensity and Height
1.22.20
1.22.21
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Permit a maximum floor area ratio of 0.7 and height of two stories (30 feet)
for commercial uses (IU).
Permit a residential density of 4.6 to 14 units per net acre and height of
two stories (30 feet) for residential uses along Mount Vernon Avenue and
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i. Community Commercial: University Village
Obiective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.23 Develop properties adjacent to California State University at San
Bernardino along North Park Boulevard, Kendall Drive, and State
University Parkway for commercial and personal service uses to meet the
needs of students, faculty, and visitors.
Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Perrr.itted Uses
1.23.10
I
Permit commercial, personal service, entertainment, eating
establishments, food stores and other uses which serve the needs of
students, faculty, and visitors (e.g., bookstores, art stores, grocery stores,
restaurants, theaters, cleaning eStablishments, shoe repair, hair
styling/ cutting, banks and savings and loans, and similar uses) and
university-related professional offices and research and development
facilities in areas designated as "General Commercial-University" (CG-3)
(11.1).
1.23.11 Allow for the nighttime use of university-related commercial uses,
provided that they do not adversely impact adjacent residential uses (I1.1,
n.6, n.?, and n.8). .
1.23.12 See Page 1-88A
Density /Intensity and Height
1.23.20
Permit a maximum floor area ratio of 0.7 and height of two stories (30 feet)
for commercial, office, and research and development uses (ILl).
Design and Development Guidelines
1.23.30
1.23.31
,
,
Require that commercial, personal service, entertainment, dining, office,
and research and development uses be designed to convey a "village-like"
environment in accordance with Policy 1.19.30 (ILl, n.6, and n.9).
Require that commercial and office buildings be designed to enhance
pedestrian activity at their street elevarion in accordance with Policy
1.15.34 (11.1, 11.6, and 11.9).
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1.23.32
1.23.33
Encourage that a minimum of 30 percent of the property frontage be
developed for slnlc(Url'S (within 2,'i fed) for p.lrn']s I,'iO kd wid,' and
greater (11.1).
Require that structures sited along Kendall Drive northwest of State
University Parkway be no higher than the elevation of the adjacent slope
(11.1).
j. Community Commercial: SpecialtyfTheme Centers
Objective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.24 Achieve the upgrading and enhancement of Mount Vernon Avenue,
between 4th and 8th Streets, by establishment of an ethnic-themed
specialty commercial center, including retail, restaurants, entertainment,
gift shops, and similar uses.
Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permitted Uses
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1.24.10
1.24.11
1.24.12
1.24.13
1.24.14
1.24.15
'1.24.16
Permit a diversity of ethnic-themed and specialty uses, including
restaurants, food sales, clothing, gift shops, entertainment, professional
services, and similar uses in areas along Mount Vernon Avenue
designated as "Commercial General-Specialty" (CG-4) (II.l).
Permit the development of open-air or semi-enclosed public markets
(mercados) (11.1 and n.6).
Encourage and allow for the development of outdoor dining (ILl).
Permit the development of cultural, social, educational, and other
community-serving facilities and organizations (n.l).
Encourage that a minimum of 50 percent of the permitted uses are open
for public use during evening hours (Il.l).
Permit the development of additional parking by allowing increased
commercial property depths, at specified locations, and construction of
municipal lots or structures m.l).
See Page I-88A
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Objective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.25 Facilitate the reuse of the railroad depot and adjacent properties for
retail/specialty commercial and similar uses.
Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permitted Uses
1.25.10
Permit the adaptive reuse of the railroad station building and
development of adjacent properties between 2nd Street and Viaduct
Boulevard [designated as "Commercial General-Specialty" (CG-4)] for a
commuter rail and parking facility and specialty or community-serving
com:nercial center; including restaurants, gift shops, art galleries,
boutiques, theaters, entertainment facilities, food markets, and other
similar uses (11.1 and 11.11).
1.25.11 Encourage and provide a mechanism for the development of the
preceding uses as a unified mixed-use center (11.1, 11.4, 11.5, 11.11, and
11.12). (
1.25.12 See Page 1-88A
Density /Intensity and Height
1.25.20
Permit the development of commercial and entertainment uses at a
maximum floor area ratio of 1.0 and height of three stories (42 feet) (11.1).
Design and Development Guidelines
1.25.30
1.25.31
Formulate a specific plan for the reuse of the railroad depot and
revitalization of adjacent sites; defining development and design
requirements for all uses (siting of structures, architectural treatment,
landscape, signage, etc.) (11.4).
Require that the area be developed as a unified center including:
a. siting of structures in proximity to streets and pedestrian areas;
b. locating parking to the rear, sides, or below buildings to minimize its
view from public and pedestrian spaces
c. use of common architectural vocabulary;
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1.15.11
1.16.18
1. 17. 13
1. 18 . 11
1. 19.12
1.20.11
1. 21.13
1.22.17
1.23.12
1.24.16
1.25.12
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Commercial Regional' (CR-1) (11.1)."
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Commercial Regional' (CR-2) (11.1)."
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Commercial Regional' (CR-3) (11.1)."
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Commercial Regional' (CR-4) (11.1)."
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Commercial General' (CG-1) (11. 1) . "
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Commercial General' (CG-1) (11.1) "
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Commercial General' (CG-1) (11.1)"
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Commercial General (CG-2) (11.1)."
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Commercial General' (CG-3) (11.1)."
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Commercial General' (CG-4) (11.1)."
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Commercial General' (CG-4) (11.1)."
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Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permitted Uses
1.26.10
Permit neighborhood-serving commercial uses [grocery stores (smaller
than supermarkets), shoe repair, cleaning establishments, drugstores,
florists and similar uses] in areas of the City designated as "Commercial
Neighborhood:" (CN) (11.1).
1.26.11 Permit the sales of gasoline and oil related products as secondary uses to
convenience markets, with a Conditional Use Permit to ensure
compatibility with adjacent uses (ILL and II.6).
1.26.12 See Pqqe 1-96A.
Densitv!Intensity and Height
1.26.20
Permit a maximum floor area ratio of 0.35 and height of one story (25 feet)
(Il.l).
Design and Development Guidelines
1.26.30
1.25.31
1.26.32
1.26.33
1.26.34
Require that neighborhood commercial uses be designed to reflect and be
compatible with a low-density residential neighborhood character, in
accordance with Policy 1.I9.30 (I1.I, 11.6, and II.9).
Encourage that a minimum of 30 percent of the property frontage be
occupied by structures (within 25 feet of the sidewalk) for parcels of at
least 150 feet in width (I1.I).
Encourage incorporation of an extensive landscape bufier (incorporating
ground cover, flowering shrubs, and trees) along the street frontage,
unless it is the objective to create a continuous pedestrian-oriented
corridor along the sidewalk (I1.I).
Require that adequate vehicular and service flows be provided between
individually developed parcels (I1.1 and II.6).
Require that all commercial development provides buffers with adjacent
residential land uses; including decorative walls, landscape setbacks,
restricted vehicular access, enclosure of parking structures to prevent
sound transmission, control of lighting and ambient illumination, and
limitation of hours of operation (I1.1 and II.6).
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1. Neighborhood-Serving Commercial: Verdemont
Obiective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.27 Provide for the development of a iow-intensity, low-rise commercial
center in the Verdemont area which offers retail and personal service uses
for local residents, is integrated and linked to adjacent residences, and
designed as a "village-like" complex of small stores reflecting its rural and
mountain-valley environment.
Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permitted Uses
1.27.10 Permit neighborhood-serving commercial uses, in accordance with Policy
1.26.10 (I1.1).
1.27.11 See Page 1-96A
Density /Intensity and Height
1.27.20
Permit a maximum floor area ratio of 0.35 and height of one story (25 feet)
(n.l).
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Desi~n and Development Guidelines
1.27.30
1.27.31
1.27.32
1.27.33
Require that development be designed to convey a rural "village-like"
environment, using building materials and colors which reflect and
complement the setting, account for local fire and wind hazards, and are
consistent with the requirements of the Foothill Communities Protective
Greenbelt Plan and designed in accordance with Policy 1.19.30 (Il.l, 11.6,
and 11.9).
Require that commercial buildings be designed to enhance pedestrian
activity in accordance with Policy 115.34 (n.l, 11.6, and 11.9).
Encourage that the structures on a site be located within 25 feet of the
sidewalk along 30 percent of the property frontage for parcels 150 feet
wide and greater (I1.l).
Require that an extensive landscape strip be located along .111 property
street frontages; incorporating ground cover, trees, flowering shrubs, and
other visual amenities (I1ol).
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m. Commercial Office
Obiective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.28 Provide for the continued use, expansion, and new development of
administrative and professional offices and supporting retail uses in
proximity to major transportation corridors and ensure their compatibility
with adjacent residential and commercial uses.
Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permitted Uses
1.28.10
1.28.11
Permit a diversity of administrative and professional offices, supporting
retail commercial uses, and medical facilities in areas designated as
"Commercial Office" (CO-I) (ILl).
Limit supporting retail uses to a percentage of the ground floor of any
project (1Ll).
1.28.12 Permit the development of senior citizen and senior congregate care
housing by Conditional Use Permit (11.1).
1.28.13 See Page 1-96A
Densitv!Intensity and Height
1.28.20
1.28.21
Permit a maximum floor area ratio of 1.0 and height of four stories (52
feet) except within 75 feet of Residential Suburban (RS) where the height
shall be limited two (2) stories (30 feet). This shall not apply to hospitals
(ILl).
Permit a maximum density of 54 units per acre for senior citizen and
senior congregate care housing in accordance with the conditions of Policy
Ll2.11 (ILl).
Design and Development Guidelines
1.28.30
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Require that new office buildings be designed to be architecturally
distinctive and enhance pedestrian activity at their ground elevation, in
accordance with Policy 1.15.34 (11.1., 11.6, and 11.9).
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L2831
L28.32
L28.33
1.28.34
1.2835
Objective
'.
Encourage that a minImUm of 30 percent of the property frontage be
occupied by structures (within 25 feet of the sidewalk) for parcels of at
least 150 feet in width (ILl).
Require an extensive landscape buffer (incorporating ground cover,
flowering shrubs, and trees) along the street frontage, unless it is the
objective to create a continuous pedestrian-oriented corridor along the
sidewalk (11.1).
Require that adequate vehicular and service flows be provided between
all individually developed parcels (11.1 and 11.6).
Require that all office development provides buffers with adjacent
residential land uses; including decorative walls, landscape setbacks,
restricted vehicular access, enclosure of parking structures to prevent
sound transmission; and control of lighting and ambient illumination (11.1
and 1L6).
Require that senior CItIzen and senior congregate care housing be
designed in accordance with Policies 1.16-13 (11.1, 1L6, and 11.9).
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
(
L29 Allow for the conversion of existing residential structures in designated
areas for administrative professional offices (11.1). .
Pol ides
It ,hall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Pe~mitted Lses
L29.10
Permit the conversion of residential structures for low-intensity use
administrative and professional offices in areas designated as
"Commercial Office-Residential" (CO-2) (11.1).
L29.11 Allow new construction of administrative and professional offices,
provided that it exhibits the visual appearance of a residence consistent
with existing adjacent residential structures (11.1 and 11.9).
1.29.12 See Page 1-96A
Densitv /Intensity and Height
1.29.20
Permit a maximum floor area ratio of 0.35 and height of two (2) stories (30
feet) (11.1).
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Design and Development Guidelines
1.29.30
Require that residential conversions for an office use adhere to all building
code standards and other City conditions (1Ll and Il.6).
1.29.31
Require that residential conversions for an office use provide adequate on-
site parking (ILl and Il.6).
1.29.32
Require that new construction be in an architectural idiom consistent with
the existing residential units and incorporate buffers (walls, landscape,
etc.) to adequately mitigate traffic, noise, and other impacts on adjacent
residential uses (11.1, II.6, and II.9).
n. Commercial Heavy
Objective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.30 Provide for the development of limited commercial and industrial uses
characterized by an extensive use of outdoor or indoor space for their
sales, service, and/ or storage and ensure their compatibility with adjacent
uses.
Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Per::1itted Cses
1.30.10 Accommodate new and used automobile and truck sales and repair facili-
ties, lumberyards and related building materials and hardware sales, plant
nurseries, light industrial manufacturing and storage facilities and similar
uses which require extensive outdoor or indoor space for their sales,
service, and/or storage, excluding typical neighborhood commercial uses
in areas designated as "Commercial Heavy" (CH) (ILl).
1.30.11 See Page 1-96A
Densitv /Intensity and Height
1.30.20
Permit a maximum floor area ratio of 0.7 and height of 45 feet (11.1).
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Desi~n Jnd Develor>ment Guidelines
1.30.30
Require that the street frontages of heavy commercial sites incorporate an
extensive setback in which landscape (ground cover, shrubs, and trees)
and decorative screening walls are provided (II.l).
1.30.31
Require that buildings and sites be maintained free of debris and at a high
level of visual quality; ensuring that sites are periodically monitored and
codes are enforced (ILl and ILl5).
OFFICE INDUSTRIAL PARK
Objective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.31 Establish the Waterman Avenue corridor and other appropriate areas as
distinctive office industrial parks and corporate centers serving the San
Bernardino community and region.
Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
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Permitted t:ses
1.31.10 Permit a diversity of corporate office, light manufacturing, research and
development, and supporting retail service uses in areas designated as
"Office Industrial Park" (OIP) (ILl).
1.31.11 See Page 1-96A
iJer1sitv/lnrensitv and Height
1.31.20
Permit a maximum t100r area ratio of 1.0 and height of three stories (42
feet) (ILl).
Desis;n "nd Development Guidelines
1.31.30
Require that the sites be developed as a corporate/business park setting,
including:
a. siting of structures in proximity to streets and pedestrian areas;
b. location of parking to minimize its view from public and pedestrian
areas;
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1.26.12
1. 27 . 11
1.28.13
1.29.12
1.30.11
1. 31.11
,
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Commercial Neighborhood' (CN) (11.1)."
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Commercial Neighborhood' (CN) (11.1)."
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Commercial Office' (CO-1) (11.1)."
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Commercial Office' (CO-2) (11.1)."
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Commercial Heavy' (CH) (11.1)."
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Office Industrial Park' (OIP) (11.1)."
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planning guidelines, signage standards, infrastructure and street
improvements, landscape requirements, and other pertinent development
standards (11.3).
I:-';DUSTRIAL
a. Li&ht Industrial
Obiective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.32 Retain, enhance, and intensify existing and provide for the :1ew
development of light industrial uses along major vehicular, rail, and air
transportation routes serving the City of San Bernardino.
Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.32.10
Permitted Uses
Permit manufacturing, warehousing, research and development, mml
storage, outdoor display and storage, and similar uses characterized by (
the location of their predominant activities in enclosed buildings in areas
designated as "Industrial Light" (IL) (IJ .1).
1.32.11
Permit supporting retail and personal service commercial uses
(restaurants, newsstands, florists, tobacco shops, etc.); provided that these
uses constitnte no more than 15 percent of total building square footage
(ILl).
1.32.12 Permit retail sales of products manufactured on-site m.l).
1.32.13 See Page 1-100A
Densitv / Intensitv and Height
1.32.20
Permit a maximum floor area ratio of 0.75 for "employee-intensive" uses
and 1.0 for warehousing and "hardware-intensive" uses and height of two
stories (50 feet) (ILl).
Desi~n J.nd De\'eloDment Guidelines
1.32.30
Require that buildings be designed to convey visual interest anLi charzlcter,
in accordance with Policy 1.31.31 (ILl, 11.6, and 11.9).
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1.32.31
1.32.32
Require that development projects incorporate an extensive landscape
setback along principal street frontages, including ground cover, shrubs,
trees, and decorative walls (11.l).
Encourage the development of "master planned" industrial parks in
accordance with Policy 1.31.30 (Il.l, 11.4, 11.6, and 11.6).
b. Heavy Industrial
Objective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.33 Provide for the continuation and development of heavy manufacturing
industries in locations where they will be compatible with and not
adversely impact adjacent land uses.
Policies
It shall be ~he ;:,olicj' vf the Cry of San B€:"nard;;\o ~o:
Permitted Uses
1.33.10
Accommodate a diversity of heavy manufacturing uses. which are
characterized by their large land utilization and physical facility
requirements, and low employee intensity (steel fabrication, aircraft
assembly, food processing, etc.), junk yards, and similar uses in areas
designated as "Industrial Heavy" (IH) (II.l).
1.33.11 Prohibit the development of uses w.lich contribute significant toxic wastes
and pollution (II.1 and 11.6).
1.33.12 See Page 1-100A
Densitv /Intensi,v and Height
1.33.20
Permit a maximum development floor area ratio of 0.75 and no defined
height limit (11.1).
Design and Development Guidelines
1.33.30
1.33.31
Require that all development be compatible with adjacent land uses;
incorporating landscape setbacks, screening walls, and other appropriate
elements (Il.l and II.6).
Require that properties be maintained free of debris and at an appropriate
level of visual quality; ensuring that sites are periodically monitored and
codes are enforced (Il.l and 11.15).
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c. Extractive Industrial
Objective
It shall be the objective oHhe City of San Bernardino to:
1.34 Develop uses which mine and process the City's rnineral resources in the
Cajon Creek, Lytle Creek, and Santa Ana River areas and ensure their
compatibility with adjacent uses.
Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permitted Uses
1.34.10
Accommodate sand and gravel and other mineraI resource production
operations in areas designated as "Industrial Extractive" (IE) (ILl).
1.34.11 Permit the developm~nt of interim uses wn:ch do no: impair the lLmg-
term ability to extract and process the mineral resources; including
outdoor storage, lumber yards, nurseries, recreation, and similar uses (ILl
and 11.6). ( ". . ..
1.34.12 See Page 1-100A
Design and Development Guidelines
1.34.30
Require the submittal and approval of a Mineral Reclamation Plan in
accordance with the California Surface Mining and Reclamation Act (11.1).
1.34.31
Ensure that mineral resources production activities are compatible with
adjacent uses by reviewing and applying appropriate conditions which:
a. preclude truck-hauling trips through residential neighborhoods, un~ess
there are no feasible alternatives,
b. mitigate noise, odor, and dust impacts,
c. provide for visual integration with adjacent uses (e.g., incorporation of
landscape buffer or decorative walls),
d. provide for the restoration and reuse of the site on completion of the
production activities in a rnanner which does not adversely disrupt the
character and integrity of adjacent uses (ILl and 11.6).
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1.32.13
1.33.12
1.34.12
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Industrial Light' (IL) (Il.l)."
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as I Industrial Heavy' (IH) (II. 1) . "
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Industrial Extractive' (IE) (11.1)."
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1.34.32
Require conformance with Mineral Resource Protection Policies 10.8.1
through 10.9.5 (11.1, and n.6).
PUBLIC
a. Public Commercial Recreation
Objective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.35 Provide for the continuation of existing and development of new public
and private commercial recreation facilities in the City and ensure their
compatibility with adjacent uses.
Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permitted Uses
1.35.10 Permit the development of public and private golf courses, sports
facilities, ballparks, fairgrounds, open spaces, and similar uses in areas
designated as "Public/Commercial Recreation" (PCR) (11.1 and 11.18).
1.35.11 See Page 1-105A
Densitv /Intensity and Height
1.35.20
Determine the appropriate intensity of commercial recreation
development by public review and input (n.l and I1.6).
Design ar.d Development Guidelines
1.35.30
Require that commercial recreation uses be compatible with their
surrounding land uses, including
a. limitation on type of use, attendance, and/or hours of operation to
control traffic, noise, ard lighting impacts;
b. location of site access points away from residential uses; and
c. inclusion of landscape setbacks, walls, and other elements to buffer
adjacent land uses (11.1 and 11.18).
1.35.31
Require that commercial recreation facilities be subject to public review
and Planning Commission approval (Il.l and I1.6).
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Objective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.36 Provide for the continued use and expansion of the National Orange Show
to attract local and regional visitors for entertainment, recreation, festival,
and similar uses.
Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permitted Uses
1.36.10
Promote the improvement and expansion of the National Orange Show
facilities, including the formulation and :::.plementation of short- and
long-term master plans which provide for exhibition, festival, commercial
recreation, entertainment, and convention facilities and supporting uses
(hotels, restaurants, gift stores, etc.) (ILl and Il.18).
1.36.11 Work with the State, to consider the possible inclusion of permanent
specialty commercial, restaurant, hotel, and similar uses on a portion of
the site which provide for its continuing daily use and encourage the full-
year scheduling of events and activities (fairs, festivals, entertainment, ( . .
athletics and sports, fiestas, farmers markets, community picnics,
conventions, etc.) (ILlS).
1.36.12 See Page 1-105A
Densitv!Intensity and Height
1.36.20
Permit a maximum flow area ratio of 3.0 and no defined limit on height
for non-public commercial uses.
Development and Design Guidelines
1.36.30
Work with the :--iational Orange Show to improve the compatibility of the
site with adjacent uses, including the:
a. location of pedestrian, automobile, and \'ehicle access to minir:1ize
conflicts with adjacent land uses and improve traffic flows;
b. installation of landscape, dc'corative walls, and other aesllwtk
elements on the site's periphery to improve its visual character;
c. installation of consistent and well designed signage to identify the site
and control traffic;
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d. siting of buildings and activities to prevent noise, light, and other
adverse impacts on adjacent uses;
e. location of any permanent year-long uses (restaurants, hotels, specialty
shops, etc.) in proximity to "E" Street, to the extent feasible; and
f. development of pedestrian linkages to "E" Street, Waterman Avenue,
and Mill Street (11.18).
b. Public Uses
Obiective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.37 Provide for the continuation of existing and development of ne..... parks,
schools, government administrative, police, fire, social service, and other
public facilities and open spaces in proximity to and compatible wita
residential uses.
Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permitted Uses
1.37.IO
1.37.11
1.37.12
1.37.13
1.37.14
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Permit the continuation and enhancement of existing public parks in areas
designated as "Public Parks" (PP) and new development in any land use
zone (in accordance with Parks and Recreation Policies 9.1.1 through
9.1.13) (ILl and ILl8).
Permit the continuation of existing and expansion of existing schools in
areas designated as "Public Facilities" (PF) and new development in any
residential zone (in accordance with Public Service Policies 8.7.1 through
8.7.3) (ILl and ILl8).
Coordinate with the State University the development of educational,
cultural, recreational, student housing, and other related uses at the Cal
State campus, designated as "Public Facilities" (PF) (ILl8).
Permit the continuation and expansion of existing public fadities (police,
fire, social service, cemeteries, governmental administrative, and other) in
areas designated as "Public Facilities" (PF) and new development in any
land use zone (ILl and 11.18).
See Page 1-10SA
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Densitv /Intensity and Height
1.37.20
Determine the intensity of use fur public properties by public input and
review (11.6).
Design and Development Guidelines
1.37.30
1.37.31
Coordinate with public agencies to ensure that public buildings are
designed to be compatible in scale, mass, character, and architecture with
the adjacent buildings in which they are located and in accordance with
the standards for design and development stipulated for the location or
zone in this Plan (11.18).
Require that public sites be designed to incorporate landscape setbacks,
walls, and other appropriate elements to buffer their use, as required,
from adjacent uses (traffic, noise, etc.) (11.18).
c. Public Flood Control
Obiective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.38
Policies
Continue, maintain, and expand public flood control facilities.
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It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permittea Uses
1.38.10
1.38.11
1.38.12
Permit the continuation, maintenance, and improvement of public flood
control facilities in areas designated as "Public Flood Control" (PFC) (Il.l
and 11.2).
Permit the development of new public flood control facilities in any zone
in which improvements are required to protect public health and safety,
siting and developing facilities to maintain environmental habitats and
account for environmental hazards (ILl, 11.2, and 11.18).
See Page 1-105A
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ISSUE FOUR: WHAT SHOULD BE THE FUTURE ROLE AND CHARACTER OF
NORTON AIR FORCE BASE?
.GJNl
It shall be the goal of the City of San Bernardino to:
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Ensure the orderly and economic transition of Norton Air Force Base to
private or joint public-private commercial uses which are compatible with
and enhance adjacent uses. .
Objective
It shall be the objective of the City of San Bernardino to:
1.39 Promote the public or joint public-private use of Norton Air Force Base
and adjacent properties for aviation-related industrial and/or commercial
purposes.
Policies
It shall be the policy of the City of San Bernardino to:
Permitted Uses
1.39.10
Coordinate with the U.s. Air Force the planned phasing out of military
facilities and operations at Norton Air Force Base area~ jesignated as
"Public Facility" (PF) (11.18).
1.39.11 Formulate a specific plan in collaboration with other appropriate
jurisdictions for the reuse of Norton Air Force Base and adjacent
properties which may be impacted by its redevelopment, which may
provide for aviation-related warehousing, manufacturing, research and
development, high technology, residential, and ancillary uses (11.18).
1.39.12 See Page 1-105A
Density /Intensity and Hei~ht
1.39.20
Determine appropriate development intensities and heights for industrial,
commercial, and/or residential uses, for the reuse of the Air Force Base
(n.l0).
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1.35.11
1.36.12
1.37.14
1.38.12
1.39.12
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~ (i
.
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Public/Commercial Recreation' (PCR) (11.1)."
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Public/Commercial Recreation' (PCR) (11.1)."
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Public Parks' (PP) and 'Public Facilities' (PF)
(11.1). "
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Public Flood Control' (PFC) (11.1)."
"Allow legally existing single family dwelling units to
remain as a conforming, permitted use in areas designated
as 'Public Facilities' (PF) (11.1)."
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