Zoning Code Implementation Plan Update City of Pismo

Zoning Code/ Implementation Plan Update City of Pismo Beach February 25, 2021

Agenda 1 Introduction 2 Purpose and Objectives 3 Overview of Zoning Regulations 4 Schedule 5 Discussion City of Pismo Beach Zoning Code/Implementation Plan Update

1 Introduction City of Pismo Beach Zoning Code/Implementation Plan Update

Zoning Code / Implementation Plan Update While the General Plan / Local Coastal Plan sets the community’s long-term vision, the zoning code / implementation plan dictates how land can be used to achieve that vision The zoning code / implementation plan implements the General Plan / Local Coastal Plan’s policies and programs General Plan / Local Coastal Plan Zoning Code / Implementation Plan City of Pismo Beach Zoning Code/Implementation Plan Update

Existing Zoning Code / Implementation Plan Two codes apply in Pismo Beach: • 1983 Code applies in Coastal Zone (2/3 of city) • 1998 Code applies in inland areas (1/3 of city) City of Pismo Beach Zoning Code/Implementation Plan Update

2 Purpose and Objectives City of Pismo Beach Zoning Code/Implementation Plan Update

Purpose and Objectives Create an updated zoning code / implementation plan that: • Is consistent with and implements the General Plan / Local Coastal Plan update • Consolidates the two existing codes (1983 & 1998 codes) • Reflects planning and zoning best practices • Complies with State and Federal laws • Is clear and easy-to-use and understand City of Pismo Beach Zoning Code/Implementation Plan Update

3 Overview of Zoning Regulations City of Pismo Beach Zoning Code/Implementation Plan Update

Base Zones Each base zone establishes allowed uses and development standards • Residential • Commercial Manufacturing • Public / Government • Open Space Excerpt from 1983 Zoning Map South City of Pismo Beach Zoning Code/Implementation Plan Update

Overlay Zones Overlay zones are intended to provide supplemental or unique standards for certain areas • Floodplain Overlay • Hazards and Protection Overlay • Height Limitations Overlay • View Considerations Overlay • Coastal Access Overlay • Very High Residential Overlay • And many more… City of Pismo Beach Zoning Code/Implementation Plan Update

Additional Standards and Regulations The zoning code / implementation plan includes additional standards and regulations • Parking • Landscaping • Signs • Nonconforming Uses and Structures • Permit Procedures • Administration City of Pismo Beach Zoning Code/Implementation Plan Update

4 Schedule City of Pismo Beach Zoning Code/Implementation Plan Update

Overall Project Schedule January: Joint scoping and Land Use Element workshop (1/28) (complete) February: Zoning Code/IP public workshop (2/25) (We are here!) March: Facilities and Park Elements public workshop (date TBD) April: Joint PC/CC General Plan and Zoning Code/IP study session April 13 th (tentative) May: Draft EIR complete and 45 -day public comment period to begin (date TBD) June: Draft General Plan Elements/EIR for Planning Commission consideration (date TBD) August: Draft General Plan Elements and EIR for City Council consideration(date TBD) Draft Zoning Code/IP to Planning Commission for consideration (date TBD) September: Draft Zoning Code/IP to City Council for consideration (date TBD) City of Pismo Beach Zoning Code/Implementation Plan Update

5 Discussion City of Pismo Beach Zoning Code/Implementation Plan Update

Discussion – Comments & Questions • What is your experience with using Pismo Beach’s zoning code? • Do you have any suggestions for improvement? • What is working in the existing code? • Any other questions or comments? City of Pismo Beach Zoning Code/Implementation Plan Update

Stay Informed and Involved! General Plan / Local Coastal Plan Update Webpage: https: //pismobeach. org/901/General-Plan. Local-Coastal-Plan-Update City Project Contact: Jeff Winklepleck Senior Management Analyst JWinklepleck@pismobeach. org City of Pismo Beach Zoning Code/Implementation Plan Update

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