Novato

the R1-7.5 zoning district allows a minimum lot area of 7,500 square feet for new subdivisions. Therefore, a parcel of 21,000 square feet could be subdivided into a maximum of two parcels, if approved by the Review Authority (21,000 / 7,500 = 2.8, rounded down to 2).

In the event of any conflict between the provisions of this Zoning Ordinance, the most restrictive requirement shall control, except in case of any conflict between the zoning district regulations of Article 2 (Zoning Districts, Allowable Land Uses, and Zone-Specific Standards) and the provisions of Article 3 (Site Planning and General Development Standards), the provisions of Article 3 shall control.

A use that is not allowed in a given zoning district shall not be established as an accessory use to an allowed use in that district unless expressly permitted by this Zoning Ordinance or an official interpretation of this Zoning Ordinance adopted pursuant to Division 19.02.

Land uses that are not listed in Tables 2-2, 2-4, 2-6, 2-7, or 2-9, or are not shown in a particular zoning district are not allowed, except as otherwise provided by Section 19.02.020.F (Rules of Interpretation - Allowable Uses of Land), or Section 19.06.040 (Exemptions from Land Use Permit Requirements).

A use that is not allowed in a given zoning district shall not be established as an accessory use to an allowed use in that district unless expressly permitted by this Zoning Ordinance or an official interpretation of this Zoning Ordinance adopted pursuant to Division 19.02.

The land use permit requirements of this Zoning Ordinance do not apply to the activities, uses of land and/or structures identified by this Section. However, nothing in this Section shall eliminate the requirements of the Municipal Code for obtaining grading, building, and/or other construction permits prior to starting any work, or eliminate the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

Where a site is divided by one or more zoning district boundaries, the site shall be developed in compliance with the requirements of each district, as applicable.

The A zoning district is intended to be applied to lands that are to be protected and maintained in agricultural use, with allowable non-agricultural uses being related to and supportive of the continuing primary agricultural use.

The OS zoning district is intended to preserve natural resources and provide for flood control, to protect the public health and safety on public land.

The ROS district is intended to recognize lands that have been acquired or dedicated for Open Space purposes and that are restricted in their use.

The C zoning district is intended to maintain privately-owned, unimproved land to conserve natural resources.

The RR zoning district is intended for areas appropriate for rural, low density residential living. The maximum allowable residential density is one dwelling unit per two acres.

The RR zoning district is intended for areas appropriate for rural, low density residential living. The maximum allowable residential density is one dwelling unit per two acres.

The RVL zoning district is intended for areas appropriate for the development of single family homes. The maximum allowable residential density ranges from 0.5 to one dwelling unit per acre.

The R1 zoning districts are intended for areas appropriate for the development of single family homes. The maximum allowable residential density ranges from 1.1 to five dwelling units per acre.

The R4 zoning district is intended for areas appropriate for the development of single family homes. The maximum allowable residential density ranges from 4.1 to seven dwelling units per acre.

The R5 zoning district is intended for areas appropriate for a mix of housing types on smaller lots. Typical residential land uses include single- and two-family dwelling units, either attached or detached. The maximum allowable residential density ranges from 5.1 to 10 dwelling units per acre.

The R10 zoning district is intended for areas appropriate for a variety of medium density dwelling units, including multi-family, two-family and single family residences, either attached or detached. The maximum allowable residential density ranges from 10.1 to 20 dwelling units per acre.

The R20 zoning district is intended for areas appropriate for high density multi-family dwelling units. The maximum allowable residential density ranges from 20.1 to 30 units per acre.

The residential Zoning Map symbols shall include a suffix denoting the maximum allowable density and/or the minimum lot area. Maximum density is expressed as the minimum site area per dwelling unit, consistent with the density range provided for the subject residential area by the General Plan. For example, R1-20 requires a minimum lot area of 20,000 square feet, and R1-7.5 requires a minimum lot area of 7,500 square feet.