HomeMy WebLinkAbout; ; CARLSBAD VILLAGE REDEVELOPMENT MASTER PLAN AND DESIGN MANUAL; 1995-09-01CARLSBAD. VILLAGE
REDEVELOPMENT MASTER PLAN
AND
DESIGN MANUAL
CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA
SEPTEMBER,· 1995
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MASTER PLAN AND DESIGN MANUAL
COMMISSION AND CITY COUNCIL
Claude A. Lewis, Chainnan and Mayor
Julianne Nygaard, Vice-Chainnan and.
Mayor Pro Tem
Ann Kutchin
Ramona Finnila
Matt Hall
COMMISSION AND CITY STAFF
Raymond R. Patchett, Executive Director
and City Manager
Martin Orenyak, Community Development
Director
James F. Elliott. Financial Management
Director
Ronald R. Ball, City Attorney
Evan E. Becker. Housing and
Redevelopment Director
Michael Holzmiller, Planning Director
. Lloyd Hubbs, City Engineer
• Vlll.AGE MASTER PLAN ADVISORY
COMMITIEE
Tom Betz
Tom Blake
Tom Erwin
Ofelia Escobedo
Steve Fehlhaber
Belynn Gonzales
Matt Hall
Mario Monroy
Jim Nelson
Mark Rifkin
Jerry Rombotis
Witt Rowlett
Sandy Whitmer
MASTER. PLAN CONSULTANTS
Cannon Design Group, Planning and
Urban Design
Keyser Marston Associates, Land
Development Economics
John B. Dykstra & Associates,
Implementation Planning
. JHK & Associates, Transportation and •
Parking
prepared by ,
HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMEN",r
DEPARTMENT
CITY OF CARLSBAD
MASTER PLAN STAFF SUPPORT
Debbie Fountain, Senior Management
Analyst/Project Manager
Gary Wayne, Assistant Planning Director
Rich Rudolf, Assistant City Attorney
Dave Hauser, Assistant City Engineer
Bob Johnson, Traffic Engineer
Pat Kelley, Principal Building Inspector
Adrienne Landers, Senior Planner
Anne Hysong, Assistant Planner
Mike Grim, Assistant Planner
Eric Munoz, Associate Planner
Bob Wojcik, Principal Civil Engineer
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Preface
This document has been prepared to serve a variety of purposes. First, the Village Master Plan and Design Manual is the City of Carlsbad's Official
Statement of design, land use and redevelopment strategy policy for the Village Redevelopment Area; it ~mplements the Carlsbad Village Area
Redevelopment Plan which is the legal document that establishes the boundaries of the redevelopment area and sets forth the framework for redevelopment
activities. Second, the Village Redevelopment Master Plan and Design Manual, the Carlsbad Village Area Redevelopment Plan, together with the
implementing ordinances and Manual of Policies and Procedures serve as the Local Coastal Program for the area pursuant to requirements of the California
Coastal Act. •
For the purposes of this document, the term "Master Plan" shall mean a "plan which gives overall guidance for redevelopment activities within the Village
Redevelopment Area". The Village Redevelopment Plan is basically a specific plan which implements the General Plan for the City of Carlsbad within the
Village Redevelopment Area. The Village Master Plan and Design Manual document is an implementing document which further specifies the land use
policy and redevelopment strategy for the Village.
The document establishes a "Vision" for the ideal future character and development of the Village Redevelopment Area and then sets forth an
implementation strategy or "roadmap" for obtaining the goals identified for the area by: •
1B Providing guidance to propeny owners, merchants, and others interested in development or property improvements within the Village;
1B Providing guidance to City staff members in interpreting planning and zoning requirements for properties within the Village;
1B Providing the Design Review Board with principles, standards and design guidelines which_ may be applied to proposed improvements within the
Village; and,
1B Providing a strategy for implementing various programs/projects to assist in eliminating blight and revitalizing the Village Redevelopment Area.
Upon approval by the Housing and Redevelopment Commission of the City of Carlsbad, this entire document shaU replace the Village Design Manual
adopted in 1982 and amended and cenified by the Coastal Commission in 1988. For portions of the Village which are within the Coastal Zone, the land
uses, standards and guidelines contained within this document shall not become effective until this _amended document has been approved and certified by the
State Coastal Commission or by its Executive Director pursuant to Coastal Commission regulations.
This docwnent is divided into three (3) sections. Section 1 contains a brief history of the redevelopment area, a vision for the Village, goals and objectives
and instructions for using the Manual. Section 2 consists of Chapters 2 through 8 which make up the Village Design Manual for the Village Redevelopment
Area. This document is referenced in the Carlsbad Village Redevelopment Plan and serves as the official statement of design and land use policy for the
Village. Section 3 contains the Implementation Program, or Strategy, for the redevelopment area for the next approximately ten (10) years of the Village
Redevelopment Plan. The Village Design Manual (Section 2) primarily focuses on private development and public improvements related to development
within the area. The Implementation Program addresses such issues as cultural activities, historic preservation, business attraction/retention and other
activities which assist in the revitalization of the redevelopment area.
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TABLE OF·CONTENTS
This document is divided into
three (3) general sections:
Section I -Introduction:
Chapter 1
Section 2 -Village Design
Manual:
Chapters 2 through 8
Section 3 -Implementation
Strategy
Chapter 9
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INTRODUCTION -VILLAGE
DESIGN MANUAL
History .............................................. 1-1
How to Use Manual.. ....................... 1-3
Vision, Goals & Objectives ............. 1-4
2
LAND USES
Organizational Concept .................... 2.;. 1
Functional Components .................... 2-2
Districts/Parcel Numbers .................. 2-9
Land Use Key ................................ 2-23
Land Use Chans by District. ......... 2-25
Provisional Land Uses .................... 2-33
Non-Conforming Uses ................... 2-65
Special Opportunities ..... _ ............... 2-66
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DEVELOPMENT
STANDARDS
Regulatory Framework ..................... 3-1
Boundaries ........................................ 3-2
Universal Standards .......................... 3-3
District 1 Standards .......................... 3-6
District 2 Standards .......................... 3-8
District 3 Standards ....................... .3-10
District 4 Standards ........................ 3-12
District 5 Standards ........................ 3-14
District 6 Standards ........................ 3-16
District 7 Standards ........................ 3-18
District 8 Standards ........................ 3-20
District 9 Standards ........................ 3-22:
4
DESIGN GUIDELINES
Basic Design Principles ................... .4-1
Site Planning ..................................... 4-2
Parking & Access ............................. 4-4
Building Forms ................................. 4-7
Roof Forms ....................................... 4-9
Building Facades ............................ 4-11
Commercial Storefronts ................. .4-15
Residential.. .................................... 4-18
Interim Conditions ......................... .4-21
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SIGNAGE
Regulations/Applicability ................. 5-1
Maximum Signage ........................... 5-3
Wall Sign Standards ......................... 5-4
Projecting Sign Standards ................ 5-6
Awning Sign Standards .................... 5-8
Banner Sign Standards ..................... 5-9
Neon Sign Standards ...................... 5-10
Marquee Sign Standards ... -............ 5-11
Hanging Sign Standards ................. 5-12
Window Sign Standards ................. 5-13
Plaque Sign Standards .................... 5-14
Menu Sign Statnadards ...... -........... 5-15
Address Sign Standards ................. 5-16
Tenant Directory Standards ............ 5-17
Monument/Ground Signs ... ·--····· ... .5-18
Sign Demonstration ........................ 5-21
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 6
PARKING PROGRAM
Parking Plan ..................................... 6-1
Requirements .................................... 6-2
Parking Options .............................. 6-5
Parking In-Lieu Fee Program .......... 6-6
Public Parking Management. ........... 6-8
In-Lieu Fee ....................................... 6-8
Parking Management Plan ............. 6-11
Parking Improvements ................... 6-11
Time Restricted Parking ................ 6-12
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DESIGN REVIEW AND
DEVELOPMENT
APPROVAL PROCESS
Redevelopment Permits .................... 7-1
Permit Types Chart ........................... 7-2
Authority Approvals ........................ 7-3
Proccesing Permits ........................... 7-4
Process Chart .................................... 1.:.5
8
CIRCULATION PLANS
Vehicle Circulation .......................... 8-1
Pedestrian Circulation ...................... 8-2
9
IMPLEMENTATION
STRATEGY
Introduction ............................. 9-1
Financing ................................. 9-2
Circulation Improvements ....... 9-3
Public Improvements ............... 9-3
Transporation ........................... 9-3
Cultural Facilities .................... 9-4
Historic Preservation ............... 9-5
Economic Restructuring .......... 9-6
Building Improvements ........... 9-6
Roles & Responsibi liti.es ......... 9-7
TABLE OF CONTENTS LIST OF FIGURES:
I.Carlsbad Village Area ............. 1-1 18. 2 Hour Parking Zon~ ......... 6-12
2. Village Planning Framework. ..... 2-1 19. Village Circulation Plan ........ 8-1
3.Land Use Districts .................. 2-9 20. Pedestrian Framework .......... 8-2
4.Special Develop. Opportunties .. 2-66
5. Coastal Zone Boundari~ .......... 3-2
6. District 1 Boundaries ............. 3-6
7. District 2 Boundaries .............. 3-8
8. District 3 Boundaries ............ 3-10
9. District 4 Boundaries ............ 3-12
IO.District 5 Boundaries ............ 3-14
11. District 6 Boundaries ............ 3-16
12. District 7 Boundaries ............ 3-18
13.District 8 Boundaries ............ 3-20
14.District 9 Boundaries ............ 3-22
15.Typical Facade Signs ............ 5-2_1
16.Parking Zones. ..................... 6-9
17. Public Parking Locations ....... 6-10
SECTION I
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INTRODUCTION
Carlsbad Village has a colorful history
reaching at least back to the I 880's when the rail
line linking San Diego and Los Angeles was
constructed. In the mid-I 880's an underground
mineral water stream was tapped by John A.
Frazier and the City was later named after the
European spa city of Karlsbad, Bohemia in an
effort to promote the fledgling City. The Village
Area experienced early days of glory with the
construction of large hotels and spas, but one
hundred years later, by the 1980's, was beset by
problems common to many older downtowns.
Buildings were in many cases seriously dilapidated,
competition from modem shopping centers had
sucked away much of the area's commercial
vitality and the small lot sizes and patterns made
new construction to current City development
standards difficult and in some ·cases impossible.
In response to these problems, the Carlsbad
Housing and Redevelopment Commission
established the Village Arca as. a Redevelopment
Project Arca under California Redevelopment Law
in 1981 (Figure I). Using the powers granted by
that law, the City proceeded to address blighted
conditions within the Village. Codes were
enforced, some properties were acquired, public
parking lots were established, overhead utilities
were undergroW1dcd, public improvements were
constructed and a host of other actions were taken
with highly visible results. The Redevelopment
Plan and accompanying Village Design Manual
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CurM1ad Village Area
History
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INTRODUCfION
1-1
History
INTRODUCTION
were used as the basis for the City's Local Coastal Plan under the California Coastal Act and
a separate chapter of the City's Zoning Ordinance was prepared for the Village Redevelopment
Area.
In 1986, a Carlsbad Redevelopment Area Economic, Circulation and Design Study was undertaken
by a private consulting team to asses the progress which had been accomplished since 1981 and
to set planning, design and implementation priorities for the immediate future. Those studiea
and the resulting public imprqvements served to reinforce the visions of the Village aa
outlined in the original Village Design Manual which was updated in 1988.
After ten (10) years of effort in redeveloping the Village Area, the Carlsbad Redevelopment
Agency decided it was time again to step back and look at the actions that had been taken to
date to eliminate blight and economically enhance the downtown area. In 1992, the Agency
initiated a comprehensive review/planning process to refine the vision for the downtown area,
establish more appropriate land use requirements, define a supportive development scale and
character, and develop a new strategy to further guide and coordinate public and private
investment within the Village Redevelopment Area. The primary purpose of the comprehensive
review was to establish a "vision" for what the Village would look like when the term of the
Redevelopment Plan expires and then develop the "roadmap• for getting to the vision of the
future downtown. It was very important for the Redevelopment Agency to take a look at "where
it had been" and "where it was going."
Extensive interviews with Carlsbad residents, business people, property owners, and community
leaders were conducted and public workshops were held to assist in defining problems and the
future role of the Village within the City of Carlsbad. Technical studies addressing land
use, circulation, parking and future economic potentials were completed by the consultant
team, led by the Cannon Design Group. To assist in providing further insight into the history
and future vision for the Village Area and to provide community feedback, the City Council
appointed an eleven member (with 2 alternates) Master Plan Citizens Advisory Committee. The
Committee ·consisted of: one Planning Commissioner; one Traffic Safety Commissioner, two
Housing and Redevelopment Advisory Committee Members; one representative of the Village
Business Association; one Village Business owner; one citizen-at-large; and, one
representative from each of the four quadrants of the City. There were also two alternates
assigned to the Committee which generally served as full voting members related to the
various actions taken by the Committee.
The Master Plan Advisory Committee held extensive public meetings to review and comment on
the consultant team•e evaluation of current problems, recommended strategies and proposed
land use, parking and design regulations. The Committee provided an excellent representation
of interested parties throughout the City and was quite effective in indentifying a "vision"
for the Village Redevelopment Area and developing appropriate goala and objectives for future
activities.
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Project Idea i)
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Review Village Vision and Goals for Area
Chapter 1
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Identify Land Use District in which site is located
Chapter 2
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Review Land Uses for Identified District
Chapter 2
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Review Special Development Criteria, if appropriate
Chapter 2
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Review Development Standards
Chapter 3 •
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Review Design Guidelines
Chapter 4
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Review Signage Guidelines/Standards
Chapter 5
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Review Parking Requirements & Options
Chapter 6
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Design Review and Development Approval Process
Chapter 7
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Meet with Housing and Redevelopment Staff
HOW TO USE THE VILLAGE DESIGN MANUAL
This flow chart is intended to assist persons in understanding
the organization of this Village Design Manual.
In developing the Manual. the intent was to provide an easy
to read document which progresses in a rational approach
based on the order in which project applicants will need to
resolve questions and issues as related to a proposed project
or activity to be developed within the Village Redevelopment
Area.
The Manual can be used for the purposes of determining the
acceptability of a project and the regulations governing
development in the Village. It is organized in a manner
which allows a project applicant to move from the basic
question regarding permitted/desired land uses to the more
complex issues related to project design and the process to
gain approval of the project by the City/Redevelopment
Agency.
If at any time. a project applicant is in doubt about a project
or is confused by the information provided within this
Manual. he/she is encouraged to contact the City of
Calsbad's Housing and Redevelopment Depanment directly
for clarification purposes. It is also always recommended
that a project applicant meet directly with staff of the
Housing and Redevelopment Department before proceeding
with the final subm~ttal of a project application.
VILLAGE VISION
The VISION for the Village
Redevelopment Area of Carlsbad is:
X The Village has a distinct visual
identity that makes it unique and
a memorable place with
identifiable landmarks.
X The Village strives for excellance
through high quality, well-
designed private development
· and public improvements.
X The Village accommodates a
wide range of land uses and
also serves as a specialty retail
center for the entire City of
Carlsbad.
The Village has a strong civic
character and provides a place
for people to come to be a part
of important community events.
The Village is a comfortable and
safe place to work, shop, visit
and live.
The Village demonstrates a
welcoming attitude and a spirit
of cooperation to new
businesses and developers who
are interested in becoming a
part of the downtown.
VILLAGE GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The goals and objectives outlined
within this section have been
established to guide and direct
redevelopment activities to help make
the 11vision11 a reality.
GOAL 1: Establish Carlsbad Village
as a Quality Shopping, Working and
Living Environment
Objectives: •
1.1
Remove blighting conditions from the
Village.
1.2
Retain and increase uses serving
Carlsbad residents.
1.3
Attract additional tourist-serving uses.
1.4
Encourage uses which are
complementary to the new rail station.
1.5
Reinforce pedestrian retail continuity
within the Village commercial areas.
1.6
Limit commercial development in and
adjacent to residential neighborhoods.
1.7
Improve the condition and appearance
of the current Village housing stock.
1.8
Increase the number, quality, diversity
and affordability of housing units withir
the Village.
GOAL 2: Improve the Pedestrian anc
Vehicular Circulation in the Village
Area .
Objectives:
2.1
Minimize pedestrian/vehicular conflict~
along major pedestrian walkways.
2.2
Provide a stronger pedestrian linkage
between Carlsbad Boulevard and Stati
Street.
2.3
Establish a quality pedestrian
environment along North State Street
2.4
I mp rove access to North State Street.
2.5
Establish sidewalks throughout the
Village area.
2.6,
Promote use of rail transit and other
modes of public transportation to
improve vehicular and pedestrian
circulation throughout the Village.
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GOAL 3: Stimulate Property
Improvements and New Development
In the Village
Objectives:
3.1
Establish development standard's which
recognize the unique small lot
conditions within the Village.
3.2
Establish a parking program which
allows off-site parking in public lots with
payment of a fee.
3.3
Increase the intensity of development
within the Village.
3.4
Encourage mixed use development
projects in the Village.
3.5
Provide greater certainty as to
acceptable land uses and development
intensities.
3.6
Simplify the project application and
review process. • •
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GOAL 4: Improve the Physical
Appearance of the Village Area.
Objectives:
4.1
Reinforce the Village character with
appropriate site planning, architectural
design and signage guidelines and
standards.
4.2
Establish commercial buildings whose
scale and character are compatible
with Village residential neighborhoods.
4.3
Minimize the ~and area required to
accommodate additional parking in the
Village, anticipating the need for
structured parking.
4.4
Create a sense of design unity and
character while encouraging design
diversity.
4.5 I
Require design sensitivity to
surrounding development within the
area.
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Goals and Objectives
INTRODUCTI(>1
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Goals and Objectives
INTRODUCTION
Goal S
Provide signage which is supportive of
commerdal vitality and a unique Village
image.
Objectives:
5.1
Reinforce the positive image of Carlsbad \illage
with appropriately designed and scaled signagc.
5.2
Use signage to establish a unique visual image for
the Village.
5.3
EnCOW"age pedestrian-oriented signs.
5.4
Insure that signage is compatible with the
architecture of each struct~ and its unique
location.
5.5
Encourage signs which reflect the special type or
personality of each business.
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SECTION II
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LAND USES
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Village Planning Framework
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ORGANIZATIONAL CONCEPT
Carlsbad Village shall provide a unique
mixed use set of districts combining
shopping, and living facilities within
a compact, pedestrian-oriented
environment. Toe heart of the Village,
"Carlsbad Village Center", contains a
vital mix of shopping, dining and visitor
services. It is surrounded by seven (7)
support areas, each of which emphasizes
a specialized land use function while
containing a mix of uses • appropriate to
the urban village environment.
The functional components are: Carlsbad
Village Center, Office Support, Residential
Support, Hispanic Mixed Use, Freeway
Commercial, Service Commercial and Tourism
Support.
Figure 2 reflects the boundaries of the
seven {7) functional components of the
Village.
On the pages to follow, a description
of each functional component of the
Village is provided.
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FUNCTIONAL
COMPONENTS
Carlsbad Village Center ...
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Carlsbad Village Center A a t1ve1y 't
mix of shops, restaurants, l,~~f~.c~~~~""""'d~,.....,
entertainment uses, visitors
accommodations, and commercial
services contained in an environment
which. emphasizes pedestrian
convenience and a high degree of
architectural, landscape and urban
design quality. It is the heart of the
Village and a major focus of
community and regional activity.
The City's unique history is
celebrated here al its early nucleus
and the visual environment is
e11riched ·with works of art, flowers
and a unique architectural character.
Commercial Support Uses
Convenience service shops and other
businesses.
Visitor Accommodations
Hotels, condominiums, bed and
breakfast inns and shops to serve
travelers along the coastal highway .
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Public Transit Hub
A commuter rail station and public transit
transfer area.
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Retail Shops
A diversity of shops to serve Carlsbad residents, tourists
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Carlsbad Village Drive Terminus
Visual improvements and new development north
of Carlsbad Village Drive to link the Village
more strongly wilh the cily's ocean fronlage.
Joint Use Parking
Public parking lots and structures to allow small
lot development and support a strong pedestrian
environment.
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Courtyards
Landscaped areas in the middle of blocks for
outdoor dining and entrances to small shops.
Heritage Buildings
Prescrvatimi and renovation of structures reflecting
Carlsbad's unique history plus a new Carlsbad
History Museum.
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FUNCTIONAL
COMPONENTS
Carlsbad Village Center
Village Cliarader
Strong emphasis upon pedestrion
amenities, \l,1w,.,escale buildings.
unique signs and colorful
landscaping.
Public Art
Sculpture, murals, mosaics and
special pa1•ing.
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FUNCTIONAL
COMPONENTS
Office Support Area
A mix of uses extends the Village
Center vitality eastward between
Carlsbad Village Drive and Gra11d
Avenue with an emphasis upon
small office structures de.signed to
reinforce a Village scale and
character. Individual buildings set
back from the street and surrounded
by landscaping provide a quality
office environment within easy and
pleasant walking distance of shops
and reslaurants.
. LAND USES
Alley-Oriented Parking
Parking access from alleys to minimize curb culs,
reduce pedestrian/ve~icle conflicts and limit views
of parking areas from the street.
Below Grade Parking
Parking located below buildings where feasible to
allow more development and landscaped area.
~educed Street Widths
Landscaped medians or landscaped parkways
where traffic volumes permit.
Street Trees
Special landscaping to visually link the area with
the Carlsbad Village Center.
Shops and Services
Retail shops and other service commercial uses.
Financial Institutions
Banks and other financial institutions serving
downtown businesses and the city as a whole.
Infill Development
Conversion over time of older bank drive up
window facilities to more intensive commercial
uses.
Landscaped Setbacks
Lawn and ground cover between sidewalks and
buildings and between adjacent buildings .
Village Scale Offices
Small office buildings designed to be compatible
with adjacent retail and residential buildings.
North ~+c:.Street Mixed Use
Conversion over time of automotive and industrial
areas to residential and supportive commercial
uses with a strong pedestrian orientation to North
~-\e Street.
Residential Neighborhood
Preservation, enhancement and expansion of the
existing residential area to create a highly livable
neighborhood.
Railroad Right-of-Way Reuse
Removal of blighted uses and conversion to
residential, recreation and open space uses.
Enhanced Pedestrian Linkages
New through-block pedestrian paths to allow
easier pedestrian access from residences to North
~cStreet.
Housing Diversity
A wide variety of housing types and sizes to
encourage use of the commuter rail station.
Housing units above commercial uses along North
State Street.
Cottage Scale
Houses, townhouses and apartments which are
compatible with a village character and the
existing small houses in the neighborhood.
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COMPONENTS
Residential Support Area
Small homes. condominiums. and
apartments are located in close
proximity to shops. restaurants and
the commuter rail station serving
Downtown San Diego. The area
provides a rich mix of housing types
and emphasizes a sense of
neighborhood through a close
relationship to Village residential
streets.
North State Street will. over time.
redevelop imo a mix of supportive
uses with a strong emphasis upon
new residential development
including smaller, affordable units
near public transit.
Day Care Facilities
Child care centers to serve the
Village residents and enhance the use
of the commuter rail station.
Neighborhood Amenities
Seating areas, mini-parks, tot lots and
other small scale improvements to
enhance the livability and social
intercourse of ~ oeighbo_rhood.
LAND USES
FUNCTIONAL
COMPONENTS
Tourism Support Area
Hotels. time share condominiums,
restaurants and shops to serve
visitors lo Carlsbad's ocean front
and travelers along the coastal
highway serve as lower intensity
extensions of the Village Center's
uses along Carlsbad Boulevard.
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Visitor Accommodations
Hotels, bed and breakfast inns and other facilities
serving tourists and travelers along the coastal
highway.
Tourist Retail
Shops serving the special needs of travelers.
Restaurants
A diversity of restaurants serving residents and
visitors.
Multi-Family Residential
Condominiums and apartments within easy walking
distance of the rail station.
Landscaped Setb.acks
Lawn areas and infonnal landscaping to reinforce the
existing character of the area.
Army and Navy Academy
Continued presence of the Academy but
recognition of the property's resort development
potential if the Academy ever relocates.
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Tourism Uses
Shops and restaurants with a unique I lispanic
flavor to enrich visitors' experience in the
Village.
Local Serving Commercial Uses
Shops, offices and commercial services to
meet the needs of the local neighborhood and
city population.
Residential Preservation
Retention of existing houses along the east
side of Roosevelt Street
SHOPKEEPER UNITS
Encouragement of mixed use
Involving a live/work arrangement. In
a shopkeeper unit, the owner of a
retail business could live above the
shop. Hispanic Character
Emphasis upon stucco, clay tiles and other
elements common to a I lispanic architectural
theme.
Building Setbacks
Paved and landscaped setbacks to allow outdoor
dining and the display of retail merchandise.
Colorful Landscaping
Plazas. stairs, walls and balconies enJ1anced by
flowering plants.
FUNCTIONAL
COMPONENTS
Hispanic Mixed Use Area
Tourist and local serving commercial
uses are emphasized within a
colorful, ethnic~oriented e11vironment
featuring flowers and a special
architectural character celebrating
the adjacent Barrio's Hispanic
heritage.
Outdoor Di11i11g
Street frontage and courtyards.
LAND USES
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FUNCTIONAL
COMPONENTS
Freeway Commercial Area
Commercial services and other
convenient uses serving Carlsbad
residents and travelers along
Interstate Highway 5 are
conveniently located adjacent to
freeway ramps.
Service Commercial Area
Commercial services and continued
employment opportunities support
both the Village Center and adjacent
Hispanic Mixed Use area while
allowing gradual change to include
both supportive commercial and
residential development.
LAND USES
Traveler Services
Service stations, motels, restaurants and
convenience stores to serve Carlsbad residents and
travelers.
Improved Village Character
Future development more oriented to Carlsbad
Village Drive with parking located behind
buildings.
Light Industrial Uses
Continuation of current and similar uses including
the possible relocation of some North .¥t-<:Jf"~ Street
automotive businesses.
Landscape Buffering
Additional landscaping along the Tyler Street
frontage to improve the area's appearance and
sere.en industrial uses from view of Roosevelt
Street development.
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Land Use Districts F'1C:vRE.3
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La11d Use Districts
Figure 3 provides a map which reflects the
·boundaries of the nine (9) land use districts within
the Village Redevelopment Area which represent
the various functional components described in the
previous section.
The following pages provide a listing of parcel
numbers and street addresses which are included in
each identified land use district. A project applicant
can locate his/her address or parcel number within
the following pages and identify the land use
district which applies to any given property. Parcels
which straddle district boundaries are noted with an
asterik and
listed in both districts. Each portion of these sites
must conform to the standards of their respective
land use districts.
Following the assessor parcel information, land use
charts-are provided which indicate the types of uses
which are permitted, provisionally permitted, and
not permitted within any given land use district. A
project applicant will first identify the land use
district in which his/her property is located and
then will move forward to the land use charts
which will identify the types of uses permitted on
the subject property.
ASSESSOR PARCELS
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Land Use District 1 Parcel No. Address Parcel No. Address
203-054-01 2763 State St. 203-173-01 2802 Carlsbad Blvd.
03 2725 State St. 02 Christiansen Way
04 State St. 03 381 Christiansen Way
24 2739 State St. 04 390 Grand Ave.
28 • State St. (District 4) OS Grand Ave.
06 Grand Ave.
203-101-11 2730 State St. 08 Grand Ave.
12 2747 Roosevelt St. 09 2858 Carlsbad Blvd.
16 2700 State St. 12 370 Grand Ave.
34 2727 Roosevelt St. 13 . Grand Ave.
203-102-16 2737 Madison St. 203-174-01 2906 Carlsbad Blvd.
04 2924 Carlsbad Blvd.
203-172-02 351 Beech Ave. 06 2978 Carlsbad Blvd.
03 367 Beech Ave. 07 300 Carlsbad Village Dr.
. 04 385 Beech Ave .
OS 2733 Washington St. 203-175-01 3016 Carlsbad Blvd.
06 2747 Washington St. 02 3040 Carlsbad Blvd.
07 Washington St. 03 325 Carlsbad Village Dr.
08 382 Christiansen Way 04 3SS Carlsbad Village Dr.
10 370 Christiansen Way OS 363 Carlsbad Village Dr.
12 352 Christiansen Way 06 3TI Carlsbad Village Dr.
14 2780 Carlsbad Blvd. 07 395 Carlsbad Village Dr.
IS 2796 Carlsbad Blvd. 08 3031 Washington St.
16 380 Christiansen Way
Parcels marud with an asterisk (')
are also partially located within 203-172-20 333 Beech Ave.
another land use district. 21 327 Beech Ave.
23 Carlsbad Blvd.
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Parcel No. Address Parcel No. Address Land Use District 1
203-181-03 2780 State St. 203-292-01 2998 State St.
04 2802 State St. 02 2978 State St.
05 2808 State St. 03 2960 State St.
07 280 I Roosevelt St. 04 2956 State St.
08 2785 Roosevelt St. 05 2946 State St.
09 2777 Roosevelt St. 06 2940 State St.
10 2775 Roosevelt St. 07 2916 State St.
12 2805 Roosevelt St. 08 507 Grand Ave.
13 • 2832 State St. 09 555 Grand Ave.
16 Roosevelt St. JO 2921 Roosevelt St.
19 2742 State St. 11 2933 Roosevelt St.
15 Carlsbad Village Dr.
203-182-04 2808 Roosevelt St. 16 Roosevelt St
08 2772 Roosevelt St. 17 560 Carlsbad Village Dr.
18 570 Carlsbad Village Dr.
203-232-03 2935 Carlsbad Blvd. 19 562 Carlsbad Village Dr.
04 2939 Carlsbad Blvd. 21 2965 Roosevelt St.
05 2968 Garfield St.
08 2975 Carlsbad Blvd. 203-293-01 2907 State St.
09 276 Carlsbad Village Dr. 04 2947 State St.
13 Garfield St. 05 2967 State St.
15 20 I Grand Ave. 06 2995 State St.
08 2943 State St.
203-261-03 354 Oak Ave. 09 State St.
07 390 Oak Ave. 10 2917 State St.
203-294-01 2825 State St. Parcels marked with' an asterisk C-)
203-291-01 570 Grand Ave. 02 2829 State St.. are also partially located within
02 558 Grand Ave. 03 2833 State St. another land use district.
03 510 Grand Ave. 04 State St.
05 State St. ASSE~,~R 06 2897 State St. PAR S.
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Land Use District 1 Parcel No. Address Parcel No. Address
203-295-01 2787 State St. 203-304-01 645 Grand Ave.
02 2922 Roosevelt St.
203-296-03 3077 State St. 03 Roosevelt St.
04 3087 State St. 04 Roosevelt St.
05 3095 State St. OS 2936 Roosevelt St.
06 3045 State St. 09 2992 Roosevelt St.
07 417 Carlsbad Village Dr. 15 Madison St.
08 457 Carlsbad Village Dr. 16 2945 Madison St.
09 2787 State St. 17 2937 Madison St.
10 State St. 18 Madison St.
19 699 Grand Ave.
203-297-01 539 Carlsbad Village Dr. 20 2970 Roosevelt St.
02 525 Carlsbad Village Dr. 24 2975 Roosevelt St.
03 505 Carlsbad Village Dr. 26 660 Carlsbad Village Dr.
04 3044 State St. 27 2956 Roosevelt St.
05 3060 State St. 28 Madison St.
06 3068 State St. 29 690 Carlsbad Village Dr.
07 3080 State St.
08 3080 State St. 203-305-09 3096 Roosevelt St.
09 542 Oak Ave. 10 3095 Madison St.
11 3081 Madison St.
203-301-05 640 Grand Ave. 12 30S5 Madison St.
13 675 Carlsbad Village Dr.
203-302-01 710 Grand Ave. 14 Madison St.
02 752 Grand Ave. 15 645 Carlsbad Village Dr.
Parcels marked with an asterisk (•) 16 3060 Roosevelt St.
are also partially located within 203-303-21 725 Grand Ave.
another land use dislricl. 24 2958 Madison St.
26 710 Carlsbad Village Dr.
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Parcel No.
203-306-01
02
06
07
08
09
10
II
12
203-351-03
04
05
06
07
18
204-010-05
06
16
Address
561 Carlsbad Village Dr.
563 Carlsbad Village Dr.
3045 Roosevelt St.
Roosevelt St.
3055 Roosevelt St.
3067 Roosevelt St.
3085 Roosevelt St.
3091 Roosevelt St.
3025 Roosevelt St.
3050 Madison St.
3062 Madison St.
3070 Madison St.
3080 Madison St.
740 Oak Ave.
745 Carlsbad Village Dr.
Oak Ave.
Oak Ave.
505 Oak Ave.
Land Use District 1
Parcels marked with an asterisk (*)
are also partially located within
another land use district.
ASSESSOR PARCELS
Land Use District 2 Parcel No. ~c!~~~s _r_im:el No. Ad~r~~~
203-202-07 2892 Jefferson St. 203-353-04 3042 Harding St.
13 2879 Hope St. 05 Harding St.
IS 800 Grand Ave. 06 3096 Harding St.
07 Harding St.
203-302-03 756 Grand Ave. 09 90 I Carlsbad Village Dr.
04 786 Grand Ave.
203-354-01 802 Carlsbad Village Dr. 203-303-16 2971 Jefferson St. OS 2928 Jefferson St. 17 2959 Jefferson St. 07 861 Grand Ave. 18 2943 Jefferson St. 08 2921 Harding St.
27 770 Carlsbad Village Dr. 12 880 Carlsbad Village Dr. 28 785 Grand Ave. 13 2910 Jefferson St.
14 2945 Harding St. 203-351-08 3091 Jefferson St. IS 840 Carlsbad Village Dr. 11 3071 Jefferson St. 16 Carlsbad Village Dr. 12 Jefferson St.
13 3039 Jefferson St. 203-355-01 921 Grand Ave. 14 3037 Jefferson St. 02 2928 Harding St. 15 302 l Jefferson St. 03 2941 Hope Ave. 16 755 Carlsbad Village Dr. 04 2952 Harding St. 17 3081 Jefferson St. OS 920 Carlsbad Village Dr.
203-352-02 Jefferson St..
03 Jefferson St.
04 3048 Jefferson St.
. 11 3095 Harding St.
Parcels marked 'Nith an asterisk r) )2 3075 Harding St.
are also partially located within 13 3055 Harding St.
another land me district. )4 3043 Harding St.
15 3035 Harding St.
~11tmR 18 825 Carlsbad Village Dr.
19 3090 Jefferson St.
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Parcel No.
203-130-18
20
203-320-02
03
04
12
20
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
35
39
40
41
43
44
Address
955 Grand Ave.
Grand Ave.
I 006 Carlsbad Village Dr.
Carlsbad Village Dr.
945 Grand Ave.
Carlsbad Village Dr.
955 Carlsbad Village Dr.
I 025 Carlsbad Village Dr.
I 089 Carlsbad Village Dr.
I 048 Carlsbad Village Dr.
1044 Carlsbad Village Dr.
Carlsbad Village Dr.
1048 Carlsbad Village Dr.
950 Carlsbad Village Dr.
2944 Hope Ave.
Grand Ave.
Grand Ave.
Land Use District 3
Parcels marked with an asterisk <-J
are also partially located within
another land use district.
ASSESSOR PARCELS
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Land Use Distrid 4
Parcels marud with an asterisk (')
are also partially located within
another land use district.
Assc5soR PAR ELS
Parcel No.
155-200-04
07
08
10
ISS-221-11
12
203-054-07
10
u
14
16
11·
18
19
20
21
22
24
25
26
27
28 •
Address
2333 State St.
2531 State St.
State St.
250 I State St.
550 Laguna Dr.
570 Laguna Dr.
2685 State St.
2663 State St.
2647 State St.
2639 State St.
2633 State St.
2627 State St.
2615 State St.
2589 State St.
2577 State St.
2551 State St.
2541 State St.
2739 State St.
2677 State St.
26S9 State St.
2691 State St.
State St.
Parcel No. Address
203-101-01 . 2676 State St.
03 2680 State St.
04 269S State St.
IS 2698 State St.
19 2656 State St.
20 2646 State St
22 • 2631 Roosevelt St. (District 8)
24 2608 State St.
25 2586 State St.
28 2568 State St
29 • 2564 State St. (District 8)
30 539 Laguna Dr.
31 2548 State St.
32 State St.
33 2528 State St.
(District I)
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Parcel No. Address
204-081-01 507 Pine Ave.
02 3213 Roosevelt St.
03 3235 Roosevelt St.
06 3255 Roosevelt St.
07 3258 Tyler St.
08 Roosevelt St.
09 3279 Roosevelt St.
10 Roosevelt St.
11 3293 Roosevelt St.
12 3293 Roosevelt St.
)3 3290 Tyler St.
14 3243 Roosevelt St.
IS 3293 Roosevelt St.
2()4..082-0 I 635 Pine Ave.
02 3222 Roosevelt St.
03 3234 Roosevelt St.
06 3256 Roosevelt St.
09 3280 Roosevelt St.
10 3286 Roosevelt St.
20 3250 Roosevelt St.
21 3274 Roosevelt St.
Parcel No.
204-084-09
IO
II
12
13
14
IS
16
204-085-01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
Address
3190 Roosevelt St.
3170 Roosevelt St.
3160 Roosevelt St.
3150 Roosevelt St.
3138 Roosevelt St.
Roose\'Clt St
Roosevelt St.
3110 Roosevelt St.
3115 Roosevelt St.
3135 Roosevelt St.
3147 Roosevelt St.
3 I 55 Roosevelt St.
3163 Roosevelt St.
3177 Roosevelt St.
3176 Tyler St.
3 I 79 Roosevelt St.
Land Use District 5
Parcels marked with an asterisk rJ
are also partially located within
another land ILre district.
ASSESSOR
PARCELS
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Land Use District 6
Parcels marked with an asterisk (•)
are also partially located within
another land use district.
AsspsoR PAR ~ELS
Parcel No.
204-010-03
04
07
08.
09
10
11
12
204-070-01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
Address
3135 Tyler St.
Tyler St.
3135 Tyler St.
3195 Tyler St.
3215 Tyler St.
Tyler St.
3235 Tyler St.
3265 Tyler St.
Tyler St.
Tyler St.
3281 Tyler St.
Tyler St.
3261 Tyler St.
3259 Tyler St.
3253 Tyler St.
3305 Tyler St.
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Parcel No. Address
203-110-02 2737 Jefferson St.
09 • 2755 Jefferson St. (District 8)
13 752 Arbuckle Pl.
14 2753 Jefferson St.
I 5 7 50 Arbuckle Pl.
25 2785 Jefferson St.
28 280 I Jefferson St.
29 2815 Jefferson St.
32 2865 Jefferson St.
33 2879 Jefferson St.
44 2745 Jefferson St.
45 2725 Jefferson St.
47 27TI Jefferson St.
203-202-19 2848 Jefferson St.
Land Use District 7
Parcels marked with an asterisk r-J
are also partially located within
another land use district.
ASSESSOR PARCELS
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Land Use District 8
Parcels marked with an asterisk (*)
are also partially located within
another land use district.
Parcel No.
203-l01-02
OS
14
18
21
22 •
23
26
27
29.
Address
2685 Roosevelt St.
2715 Roosevelt St.
580 Beech Ave.
2667 Roosevelt St.
2653 Roosevelt St.
2631 Roosevelt St. (District 4)
2621 'Roosevelt St.
2571 Roosevelt St.
2569 Roosevelt St.
2564 State St. (District 4)
Parcel No. Address
34 2727 Roosevelt St.
203-102-05 2740 Roosevelt St.
IO 2733 Madison St.
11 2725 Madison St.
12 2715 Madison St.
14 2687 Madison St.
15 2690 Roosevelt St.
16 • 2737 Madison St.
18 2705 Madison St.
19 2718 Roosevelt St.
20 2720 Roosevelt St.
24 Roosevelt St.
25 2650 Roosevelt St.
26 Roosevelt St.
21 2669 Madison St.
28 2620 Roosevelt St.
29 2645 Madison St.
30 2635 Madison St.
31 2615 Madison St.
32 2605 Madison St.
33 2578 Roosevelt St.
34 655 Laguna Dr.
35 2558 Roosevelt St.
36 605 Lagwia Dr.
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Parcel No.
203-110-01
04
05
08
09 •
12
20
21
26
27
30
31
34
38
39
40
41
42
43
46
Address
Madison St.
2710 Madison St.
2712 Madison St. •
2714 Madison St.
2755 Jefferson St. (District 7)
722 Arbuckle Pl.
725 Arbuckle PJ.
715 Arbuckle Pl.
2770 Madison St.
2790 Madison St.
2810 Madison St.
2820 Madison St.
2840 Madison St.
2646 Madison St.
2644 Madison St.
2642 Madison St.
755 Laglllla Dr.
735 Laguna Dr.
Laguna Dr.
2738 Madison St.
Land Use District 8
Parcels marked with an asterisk r)
are also partially located within
another land use district.
ASSESSOR
PARCELS
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Land Use District 9
Parcels marked with an asterisk (*)
are also pardally located within
another land u.se district.
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Parcel No.
203-041-01
203-051-01
02
03
04
203-052-01
02
203-053-01
203-142-02
03
04
06
203-143-01
02
06
. 07
Address
2585 Carlsbad Blvd.
2560 Carlsbad Blvd.
2564 Carlsbad Blvd.
2500 Carlsbad Blvd.
2550 Carlsbad Blvd.
Carlsbad Blvd.
Carlsbad Blvd.
Carlsbad Blvd.
2645 Carlsbad Blvd.
2655 Carlsbad Blvd.
258 Beech A vc.
Cypress A vc.
2715 Carlsbad Blvd.
2729 Carlsbad Blvd.
2747 Carlsbad Blvd .
2775 Carlsbad Blvd.
Parcel No. Address
203-231-01 2855 Carlsbad Blvd.
203-250-06 201 Oak Ave.
15 Carlsbad Blvd.
16 3179 Carlsbad Blvd.
17 3145 Carlsbad Blvd.
21 31S0 Ocean St.
22 3100 Ocean St.
26 3136 Carlsbad Blvd.
29 30S6 Carlsbad Blvd.
203-252-04 Carlsbad Blvd.
05 Carlsbad Village Dr.
06 Carlsbad Blvd.
204-124-01 Carlsbad Blvd.
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The Village Redevelopment Area is divided into nine (9) land use districts
which represent the various functional components described in the
previous sections. The districts are identified below and shown on the map
to the right as well as on Figure 3 (page 2-9).
District 1: Carlsbad Village Center
District 2: Office Support
District 3: Freeway Commercial Support
District 4: Residential Support
District 5: Hispanic Mixed Use Support
District 6: Service Commercial Support
District 7: Office Support
District 8: Residential Support
• District 9: Tourism Support
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The charts which follow this page list the various types of land uses and identify whether or not a use is "permitted", "provisional", "accessory", or "not
permitted" within the noted land use district.
<•) Permitted Uses are those which are permitted by right because they are considered to be consistent with the vision and goals established for each district
within the Village boundaries. Although these land uses may be permitted by right, satisfactory completion of the Design Review process and compliance
with all other requirements of the Redevelopment Permit process is still required for the permitted use.
(0) Provisional Uses are those which are permitted subject to discretionary approval (by either the Housing and Redevelopment Director or the appropriate
decision making authority). They are approved based upon findings that the use is consistent with the Village vision and goals under specific conditions
imposed by the permit. Uses in this category require special scrutiny concerning location, size, and anticipated impact on adjacent uses. For the purposes of
land use policy within the Village, the term "provisional use" replaces the term "conditional use" which is used within the Carlsbad Municipal Code.
(A) Accessory Uses are those which are incidental and subordinate to the primary permitted or approved use.-
00 Not Permitted means that a land use is not consistent with the permitted or provisional uses of a district or does not achieve the long range goals of the
Village Redevelopment Area. Therefore, these uses will be prohibited within the specified land use district.
Non-Confonniog Uses:
A property owner should refer to page 2~5 for information on "non-conforming" land uses. In general, if an existing use is noted as "not permitted" in the
following land use charts, the use will be allowed to remain until 1) it ceases to exist; 2) the property is abandoned for a period of 6 months or longer; or 3)
their is a proposed change in use. Non-conforming uses, however, will not be allowed to expand or intensify.
Enforcement of Permits:
The enforcement of all approved permits shall be governed by Chapters 21.35 and 21.58 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, which includes the process for
revocation of permits. Revocation of permit proceedings shall be conducted by the original approving body.
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ALLOWABLE LAND USES
On the following pages, land use charts are provided which list the various types of land uses which are permitted, provisional, accessory or not
pennitted as a result of adoption of this land use plan within the Village Master Plan and Design Manual. The uses are listed alphabetically by
category of land use and according to land use district. For example, for infonnation on where a motel could be located within the Village
Redevelopment Area, an applicant/developer would find "motel" (use) under the "commercial services" (category) within the land use chart and learn
that motels are permitted by right in land use district 9, provisionally permitted in districts 1 and 3, and not permitted in districts 2, 4 through 8.
There are eight (8) land use categories listed within the following land use charts. The categories are identified and defined below:
1. Commercial Services. These are uses where there is generally an ex~hange or buying and selling of a service commodity. This relates
specifically to services which a person, or persons, may provide to another person, or persons. As examples, these uses include automotive
repair services, beauty salons, health clubs, hotels, travel agents and music schools.
2. Entertainment and Recreation. These are uses which generally provide an activity which is diverting or engaging, usually an activity which is
sought for relaxation and amusement. As examples, these uses include: an art gallery, swim club, cinema, and a park.
3. Food Services. These are uses which generally allow for the purchase of food and/or beverage items which have been prepared and served, or
made availabe for purchase, by another person and intended to be consumed either on or off the premises. As examples, these uses include fast
food restaurants, quick stop food stores, restaurants and sidewalk cafes.
4. Light Industrial. These are uses which generally provide for small scale manufacturing of products through the use of specialized tools and
machines. In some cases, these are also uses which result in larger scale commercial operations which are primarily designed to provide
services to manufacturers in either the transportation of goods or other types of services. As examples, these uses include cabinet shops,
research laboratories, machine shops, parcel delivery services, and wholesale businesses.
5. Offices. These are uses which generally provide for place where a particular kind of business is transacted or a service is supplied. As
• examples, these are places where a professional person such as an attorney, contractor, investment officer, or a doctor conducts business.
6. Residential. '.fhese are uses which generally provide for a dwelling place. As an example, these are places such as single-family homes or an
apartment where a person lives, or persons live, on a permanent or continuous basis.
7. Retail Businesses. These are uses which generally provide for the sell of small quantities of commodities or goods directly to the ultimate
consumer. As examples, these uses include businesses which sell appliances, crafts, clothing, florists, hardware, pets or pet supplies, videos,
and/or musical recordings.
8. Miscellaneous. The miscellaneous category has been established to encompass the various land uses which do not clearly fit into one of the
above categories. •
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The land uses noted below arc listed in alphabetical order by category and according to land use district. The chart provides infonnation on the type of land uses which arc
permitted, provisionally permitted or not permitted within a given land use district. Definitions for these categories can be found on page 2-24. Following the land use charts arc
•Provisiooal LIDd Use Standanls• which are listed by either category or specific use; these standards arc provided for selected provisional land uses to identify special
considerations, findings and conditions which will be used to determine whether or not the identified use will be permitted within the subject land use district.
The key for the chart is: • = Permitted Use o = Provisional Use
LAND USE DISTRICTS
LAND USES 1 2 3 4 5 8
COIIIIEIICW. IEIVICES
AER08ICS STUOIO (st) 0 0 0 0 0 0
AUTO PAINTINGIOETAIUNG X X 0 X X •
AUTO AEPAIIWERIIICES X X 0 X 'X •
AUTO TOWING X ~, X 0 X X •
AUTOW.TIC TEU£R MACHINE <I-Tl4 (S) 0 0 0 0 0 0
8AA8ERSHOPS • • • • • 0
flEAIJTYPNILORS • • • • • 0
BED NIO IAEAICFAST ING "") 0 o· X 0 0 0
8LUEPAINT,'00PV'IDUPUCATING SERVICES Cs) 0 • • 0 0 0
ElJSINESS ANO PA0FESS10NAL SCH00lS ~ 0 0 0 0 0 0
CAAWASH X " ,. X X A
CHILD CNiE CENTER 7SJ 0 0 0 0 0 0
MNCE STUDIOIMMTW. ARTS SruDIO CU) 0 0 0 0 0 0
DAAW.SCHOOL {U1 0 0 0 0 0 0
DRY ClENERS • • • • • 0
GAS STATION w,e,.vs X 0 0 X lC X
GAS STATION W/MINI MMTS X 0 0 X X X
HEAL TH CWBSISPAS (:St) 0 0 0 0 0 0
HOTELS 6) (Ji, 4'~ 5hc!.rC~ J 0 0 0 0 X X
i.-uNOAO~T ~ lC )( • 0 0 0
UBMAIES • • • • • 0
MORTUAAIES 0 0 0 0 0 0
MOTELS (!I) 0 X 0 X lC X
MJSIC SCH00l ~J 0 0 0 0 0 0
(1) Office Uses pennitted on Roosevelt Street Only.
(2) The ground floor of all approved mixed use projects shall be devoted to commercial
uses.
(3) No drive-thrus.
(S) See specific land use under Provisional Use Standards.
(SI) See Self-Improvement Services category under Provisional Use Standards.
(SE) See Spon Entertainment category under Provisional Use Standards.
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• Outdoor seating in R-0-W is pennitted in Districts 1, .2, 5 & 9
only with a provisional use pennit approved by the Housin1 and
Redevelopment Dire<:tor.
■ For all Village propenies which are also located within the
Coastal Zone, the primary pennined land uses for all ground floor
space shall be those which arc visitor-ter1ing commercial.
Visitor-serving commercial uses include but arc not limited to:
hotels, motels, restaurants, recreational or tourist infonnation
facililies, souvenir, gift or novelty shops and/or services which
will aid in the comfort/enjoyment of a tourist or regional guest's
visit to the area. All other land uses, which are not expressly
prohibited as noted herein, shall be provisional or accessory uses;
these uses must be approved, or conditionally approved, via the
redevelopment permit process .
Ill No Adult Entertainment Uses penniued within any land use
• district within the Village.
All existing uses which are noted as •not pemuaed• within a land
use district noted on this land use chan shall be allowed to remain
pursuant to the non-conforming regulations set fonh within
this chapter. No expansion or intensification of non-confonning
uses will be permitted.
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ALLOW ABLE LAND USPS
The land uses noted below are listed in alphabetical order by category and according to land use district. The chart provides information on the type of land uses which are
permitted, provisionally permitted or not permitted within a given land use district. Definitions for these categories can be found on page 2-24. Following the land use chans are
•Proviaional Lind Uae Standanls• which are listed by either category or specific use; these standards are provided for selected provisional land uses to identify special
considerations, findings and conditions which will be used to determine whether or not the identified use will be permitted within the subject land use district.
The key for the chart is: • = Penniued Use o = Provisional Use
LAND USE DISTRICTS
LAND USES , 2 3 4 5 6
COIIIIEIICIAL IEIMCaS
NAil.SALONS • • • • • 0.
OFFICE EOUPMENTRENTAUSALES 0 • • 0 0 0
PAAIONG LOT,STRUCTUAES • • • • • •
PRIVATE SECONDARY SCH00l.S X X X X X X
PROFESSIONAL CARE FACIUTY X X X X X X
SHOl:JQNWENT REPAIR • • • • • 0
TMVELAGENT • • • • • 0
WORD PAOCESSING Sl!ifMCES (S) 0 • • 0 0 0
ENTERTAINMENT ANO AKlleATION
AAt.cw:1ERY • • • • • 0
BAAICOCl(TAll. LOUNGS-. (S) A X A A X X
BOWUNO AU.EYS. CIC) 0 X 0 0 X X
CINEIIM (THEATER) Z55 0 X X 0 X X
FORTUNE TEU.ER (M dellned Int 5.50 OtO(c) cl 0 X )( X X X
... CMC)
ICEJAOU.ER SKA TING RINKS c,!) X X 0 0 X 0
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,-USBJMS • • • • • X
.. ,GHTCUJB c-,> 0 0 0 X X X
f'ERF"b~ ARTS (CUllURAI. FACIUT't) (5) -x -• --0 0 0 0 X
,iNBAIJ. ~INE AACA0E (~) 0 X 0 X X X
fOOL HAWBIWAAOS PARLOR ('!>) 0 0 • 0 0 X
l'fWATE CW8SA.OOGES 0 0 0 X X 0
SWIMO..USS c.,e) X X 0 0 X 0
11:NNIS a.uas (51!) X X 0 0 X 0
VIOEO~NICADE. (5) 0 X 0 X X X
Foop:,lq;
(l) Offacc Uses permined on Roosevelt Street Only.
(2) The ground floor of all approved mixed use projects shall be devoted lo commercial
uses.
(3) No drive-thrus.
(S) See specific land use under Provisional Use Siandards.
(SI) See Self-Improvement Services category under Provisional Use Siandards.
(SE) Sec Spon Entertainment category under Provisional Use Siandards.
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J I
1111 Outdoor sealing in R-0-W is permitted in DistriclS 1, 2, S & 9
only with a provisional use permit approved by the Housing and
Redevelopment Director.
1111 For all Village propenies which arc also located within the
1111
Coastal Zone, the primary permitted land uses for all ground floor
space shall be those which are viailor-scrviag commercial.
Visitor-serving commercial uses include but arc not limited to:
hotels, motels, restauranu, recreational or tourist information
facilities, souvenir, gift or novelty shops and/or services which
will aid in the comfon/enjoyment of a tourist or recional cuest's
visit to the area. All other land uses, which are not expressly
prohibited as noted herein, shail be provisional or accessory uses;
these uses must be approved, or conditionally approved, via the
redevelopment permit process.
No Adult Entertainment Uses permitted within any land use
district within the Village.
All existing uses which are noted as "not permitted" within a land
use district noted on this land use chan shall be allowed to remain
pursuant to the non-conforming regulations set forth within
this chapter. No expansion or intensification of non-conforming
uses will be permitted.
I . I I l
ALLOWABLE LAND USBS
1
The land uses noted below arc listed in alphabetical order by category and according to land use district. The chart provides infonnation on the type of land uses which are
permitted, provisionally permilted or not permitted.within a given land use district. Definitions for these categories can be found on page 2-24. Following the land use charts are
•Pmvisioaal Land Use Standards• which are listed by either category or specific use; these standards are provided for selected provisional land uses to identify special
considerations, findings and conditions which will be used to determine whether or not the identified use will be permitted within the subject land use district.
The key for the chart is: • = Permitted Use o = Provisional Use
LAND USE DISTRICTS
LAND uses. 1 2 3 4 5
fOOD SERVICES
f'>',ST FOOO AESTAUMNT (la,Ve) CS) o c,; • • X X
""5T F000 RESTAUMNT jSmal) oPI • • X •
Q,UICI( STOP FOOD STORE ~'5) X X • X )(
IIESTAIJAN« W/ENTERTAINMENT ""1 0 0 • 0 0
AESTAUfWIT' • • • • •
SIOEWAU<C'N'E Cs) 0 0 X (> 0
LIGHT INDUSTRIAL
NJCTION HOUSES/STORES X X X X X
BOAT IIUllDINO (Umffod lo --■ croft which • X X X X
-,,11■nnepo,toc1-•atal0Nghwaywllhout
pormlll
CABINET SHOPS X X X X X
CERAMIC PRODUCTS MANUFACTVAER X X X X X
ELECTRONICS ASSEMIILY X X X X X
AESENICH LA80RATOAIES X X X X X
FROZEN F000 LOCKERS X X X X X
WSS S1\JDIOS (Edging. bovollnQ and .a11wring X
In --'on with .... ol mim:n end~ ID, 0 0 0 • ~pulpGNO)
I.MH)flES X X X X X
-..-CHINE SHOPS X X X X X
IIW«.JFACTUAING FUNTS (Smell Saalol x· X X X X
MOTION PICl\JRE LA80RATOAIES X X X X X
AU;ICM. INSTAUMENT hWIAJFACTIJREA X X X X X
PAACa OELIYEAV SERI/ICE X X X X X
PlUMBING St-lOP X X X X X
FoocpoCes;
(I) Office Uses pennitted on Roosevelt Street Only.
(2) The ground floor of all approved mixed use projects shall be devoted to commercial
uses.
(3) No drive-tbrus.
(S) See specific land use under Provisional Use Standards.
(SI) See Self-Improvement Services category under Provisional Use Standards.
(SE) See Spon Entertainment category under Provisional Use Standards.
8 7
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Ill
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•
Outdoor seating in R-O-W is pennitted in Districts 1, 2, S & 9
only with a provisional use permit approved by the Housing and
Redevelopment Director.
For all Village propenies which arc also localed within the
Coastal Zone, the primary permitted land uses for all ground floor
space shall be those which are visitor-serving commercial.
Visitor-serving commercial uses include but are not limited to:
holels. motels, restaurants. recreational or tourist information
facilities, souvenir, gift or novelty shops and/or services which
will aid in the comfort/enjoyment of a tourist or regional guest's
visit to the area. All other land uses, which arc not expressly
prohibited as noted herein, shall be provisional or accessory uses;
these uses must be approved, or conditionally approved, via the
redevelopment permit process.
No Adult Entertainment Uses permitted within any land use
district within the Village.
All existing uses which are noted as "not permitted" within a land
use district noted on this land use chan shall be allowed to remain
pursuant to the non-conforming regulations set fonh within
this chapler. No expansion or intensification of non-conforming
uses will be permitted.
2-27
The land uses noted below are listed in alphabetical order by category and according to land use district. The chart provides infonnation on the type of land uses which are
permitted, provisionally permitted or not permitted within a given land use district. Definitions for these categories can be found on page 2-24. Following the land use charts are
•Provisional Land Um: Standards• which are listed by either category or specific use; these standards are provided for selected provisional land uses to identify special
considerations, findings and conditions which will be used to determine whether or not the identified use will be permitted within the subject land use district.
The key for the chart is: • = Pennittcd Use o = Provisional Use
LAND USE DISTRICTS
LAND USES 1 2 3 4 5
PLUMBING SHOP SUPPLY VAAOS X X X X X
l'U8l.lCSCAI..ES X X X X X
SHEET METAL SHOPS X X X X X
STAINED GLASS ST\JOIOS o. 0 0 0 O·
STORAGE BUILDINGSIWAAEHOUSES X X X X X
TESTING LA80AATOAIES X X X X X
TIRE AEBUILOING X X X X X
TIAE RECN'PING X X X X X
TIAE AETAEA0INB X X X X X
WHOLESALE BUSINESSES X X X X X
Of'PICIS \"3}
ACCOUNTANTS 0 • • 0 0
AOMINSTRATIYE 0 • • 0 0
AOIIERTISING AGENCIES 0 • • . 0 0
APPIWSERS 0 • • 0 0
AACHTECTSIPI.ANNEAS 0 • • 0 0
ATTOANEVS 0 • • 0 0
CONSULTANTS 0 • • 0 0
CONTAACTOAS OFFICES 0 • • 0 0
EMPLO'YMENT AGENCIES 0 • • 0 0
ENGINEERS 0 • • 0 0
£SCfllOWOF1'1CES 0 • • 0 0
FINANCIAL. INSTITUTION (FUU) ~5) 0 • • X X
FINANCIAL INSTITUTION (UMITEDJ (I) • • • X •
GOYEANMENTOFFICES 0 • • 0 0
INSUMNCEAGENCIES 0 • • 0 0
Foomotes;
(1) Office Uses permitted on Roosevelt Street Only.
(2) The ground floor of all approved mixed use projects shall be devoted to commercial
uses.
(3) No drive-thrus.
(S) See specific land use under Provisional Use Standards.
(SI) See Self-Improvement Services category under Provisional Use Standards.
(SE) See Spon Entertainment category under Provisional Use Standards.
6 7
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II Outdoor seating in R-0-W is permitted in Districts 1, 2, S & 9
only with a provisional use permit approved by the Housing and
Redevelopment Director.
ID For all Village propcnies which are also localed within the
Coastal Zone, the primary permitted land 1:ses for all ground floor
space shall be those which are visifor-servmg commercial.
Visitor-serving commercial uses include but are not limired to:
hotels, motels, restaurants, recreational or tourist information
facilities, souvenir, gift or novelty shops and/or services which
will aid in the comfort/enjoyment of a tourist or regional guest's
visit to the area. All other land uses, which are not expressly
prohibired as noted herein, shall be provisional or accessory uses;
these uses must be approved, or conditionally approved, via lhe
redevelopment pennit process.
II No Adult Entertainment Uses permitted within any land use
district within the Village .
aa All existing uses which are noted as •not permitted" within a land
use district nored on this land use cban shall be allowed to remain
pursuant to the non-conforming regulations set forth within
this chapter. No expansion or intensification of non-conforming
uses will be permitted.
2-2E
ALLOWABLE LAND OSES
The land uses noted below are listed in alphabetical order by category and according to land use district. The chart provides infonnation on the type of land uses which are
permitted. provisionally permitted or not permitted within a given land use district. Definitions for these categories can be found on page 2-24. Following the land use charts arc
•Provisional LIDd Use Standanls• which are listed by either category or specific use; these standards arc provided for selected provisional land uses to identify special
considerations, findings and conditions which will be used to determine whether or not the identified use will be permitted within the subject land use district.
The key for the chart is: • = Permitted Use o == Provisional Use
LAND USE DISTRICTS
lANDUSES 1 2 3 4 5 6
INVESTMENT SEl'MCES 0 • • 0 0 0
LA80A UNION OFFICES 0 • • 0 0 0
~ THEMPV OFFICE <.S1 0 • • • • 0
"'4EOICM. TREATMENT OFFICE CS.) 0 0 • 0 0 0
MEDICAL UIE.'TMENT OFl'ICES {,o,/lnc:ld9nlal 0 0 • 0 0 0 ~ and medical labe)
Al:AI. ESTATE 8AOKEAS Q • • 0 0 0
Tin.£ COMPANIES 0 • • Q Q 0
111!..,ENTIAL
I.Jlll:IM)AI( S'NOIO (S~ 0 X X 0 Q 0
M\NAGEOlMNGUNTS (S} X X X 0 0 o.
MXEOUSE (Aeelder,W MCf ColnlNldei U..) .":6', .OJ X .~ .::'' o·
MJl,Tl.f'Nwll.Y DWEWHQ cs) .... 0 • 0 • 0 X
SEC:0,,0 DWEUINO UNITS JC JC X 0 ... X
SINQli.,.AML V 0WEWNO )(. X )( • • 0
lleTAIL.,_Ul!S
ACCESSOAIES • • • • .. 0
IWTl0UES • • • • • 0
APl'UAHCES • • • X • 0
AATs.,aw:TS • • • • •' 0
fWW'ft/CNf(/'(/Cl'Ul,/Elf( • • • • .. 0
e00K'S • • • • •. 0
CLOCKS • • • • • 0
CLOlHINQtSHOES • • • • • 0
COFF& HOUS.£SlfF.A A00MS • • • • • 0
OAUGSltlN: • • • X • 0
i:ootggt,es:
(1) otrace Uses permitted on Roosevelt Street Only.
(2) The ground floor of all approved mixed use projects shall be devoted to commercial
uses.
(3) No drivc-lhrus.
(S) See specific land use under Provisional Use Standards.
(SJ) See Self-Improvement Services category under Provisional Use Standards.
(SE) See Sport Entertainment category under Provisional Use Standards.
7
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Outdoor seating in R-0-W is permitted in Dislricts 1, 2, S &. 9
only wilh a provisional use pennit approved by the Housing and
Redevelopmenl Director.
■ For all Village properties which are also located within lhe
Coastal Zone, lhe primary permitted land uses for all ground floor
space shall be lhose which are visifor-serviDg commercial.
Visiror-servin1 commercial uses include but are not limited to:
hotels, motels, restaurants, rccreali0nal or tourist information
facilities, souvenir, gift or noveliy shops and/or services which
will aid in lhe comfort/enjoyment of a tourist or regional guest's
visit 10 the area. AU olher land uses, which arc noc expressly
prohibited as noted herein, shall be provisional or accessory uses;
lhese uses must be approved, or conditionally approved, via lhe
redevelopment permit process.
■ No Adult Entertainment Uses permitted within any land use
district within the Village.
• All existing uses which are noted as •not permiucd• within a land
use district noted on this land use chart shall be allowed to remain
pursuant lo lhe non-conforming regulations set forth within
this chapter. No expansion or intensification of non-conforming
uses will be pennitted.
l 1 I •
ALLOWABLE LAND OSF.5
The land uses noted below are listed in alphabetical order by category and according to land use district. The chart provides information on Ille type of land uses which are
permitted, provisionally permitted or not permitted within a given land use district. Definitions for these categories can be ·round on page 2-24. Following the land use charts are
•Provilioml Lllld Uae Staodanls• which are listed by either category or specific use; these standards are provided for selected provisional land uses to identify special
considerations, fmdings and conditions which will be used to determine whether or not the identified use will be permitted within the subject land use district. --
The key for the chan is: • = Pennitted Use o == Provisional Use
LAND USE DISTRICTS
LAND USES 1 2 3 4 s
OR'fGOOOS • • • .x •
ELECTAONICEQWIMENT • • • X •
IAAMERS~ 0 X X X X
ILOAIST • • • • •
/!IJANllUAfJf'\.00A COVERINGS • • • X •
G1FTS • • • • •
GROCEA\' SlOA&IDEL.ICATESSDNl:AT • • • • • NIAMEY
lfAAOWME • • • X •
~BBV IT8o15/f0'WS • • • • •
ICECfll:MNFAOZEN'WOGUAT • • • • •
MEM>A DECOMTOA WJG000S • • • • •
J£WElRW' • • • • •
LINENS • • • • •
1.10UORf1'08110CO • • • X •
WGCWaE • • • X •
• I MUSIC INSTFIJMENTSISVPPl y • • • X •
NEWSSTAND • • • • •
Ol'FlCE SUPPLY/STATlONER\'ICAADS • • • X •
OPTICALGOOOSJSEJMCES • • • • •
PAINT/WAU,PAPEA • • • X •
PliTS • • • X •
PH010 SUPP\.V""'10TO PMCESSINO • • • • •
PICYUAE RW,INQ,'ART GAU.ERV • • • • •
fll0ffflWT ST\J0IOSMtOTOGMPHeR5 • • • • •
fl0ST OFFlC(IPNICa. SERI/ICE • • • X •
Fc-r1M'P: (1) Offac:c Uses permitted on Roosevelt Street Only.
('2) The ground floor of all approved mixed use projects shall be devoted to commercial
uses.
(3) No drive-cbrus.
(S) See specific land use under Provisional Use Standards.
(SI) See Self-Improvement Services category under Provisional Use Standards.
(SE) See Sport Enten.ainment category under Provisional Use Standards.
8 7
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ID Outdoor seating in R-0-W is permitted in Disuic:ts I, 2, 5 & 9
only wilh a provisional use permit approved by lhe Housina and
Redevelopment Director.
ID For all Village properties which are also located wilhin Ille
Coastal Zone, lhe primary permitted land uses for all ground floor
space shall be lhose which are visifor-ecning commercial.
Visitor-serving commercial uses include but are not limited to:
hotels, motels, restaurants, recreational or tourist. infonnation
facilities, souvenir, gift or novelty shops and/or services wbich
will aid in the comfort/enjoyment of a r.ourist or regional guest's
visit to lhe area. All other land uses, which are not ellpressly
prohibited as noted herein, shall be provisional or accessory uses;
lhese uses must be approved, or conditionally approved, via lhe
redevelopment permit process .
ID No Adult Entertainment Uses permitted wilhin any land use
district within the Villa&e.
• All existing uses which are noted as •not permitted• wilhin a land
use dislrict nOICd on this land use chan shall be allowed to remain
pursuant to lhe non-conforming regulations set forth within
Ibis chapter. No expansion or intensification of non-conforming
uses will be permitted.
l I l •
Al..U)WABLE LAND USF.s
The land uses noted below are listed in alphabetical order by category and according to land use district. The chan provides information on the type of land uses which are
permitted, provisionally permitted or not permitted within a given land use district. Definitions for these categories can be found on page 2-24. Following the land use charts are
•Provisional lad Uae Staadanls• which are listed by either category or specific use; these standards are provided for selected provisional land uses to identify special .
considerations, findings and conditions which will be used to determine whether or not the identified use will be permitted within the subject land use district.
The key for the chart is: • = Permitted Use o = Provisional Use .
LAND USE DISTRICTS
LAND USES 1 2 3 4 5
AEQ0IONGS (TAP£$. CO'S. AEC0NlS) • • • • •
~ 'IIEN00f. U) 0 0 X X 0
5'IORTINQ ~ • • • • •
STAM"Sl00INSICOU • • • • •
WlEO SIILEMIENTM. • • • • •
MISCELLANEOUS
Churches (or ''"'·,1.t.--wc::1\i-l:ic•) 0 0 0 0 0
Youth Facilities X 0 0 0 0
.IRAl l..GR PARt< X .X X X X
f,oo!pofes;
. (1) Office Uses pennined on Roosevelt Sareet Only.
(2) The ground floor of all approved mixed use projects shall be devoted to commercial
uses.
(3) No drive-thrus.
(S) See specific land use under Provisional Use Scandards.
(SI) See Self-Improvement Services caaegory under Provisional Use Scandards.
(SE) See Spon Enrer1ainment categoay under Provisional Use Srandards.
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0 X
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0 X
0 X
0 X
0 0
0 0
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8 8
X 0
X 0
X 0
X 0
X 0
0 0
0 X
X 0
A = Accessory Use X = Not Permitted Use
• Outdoor seating in R-0-W is permitted in Districts 1, 2, 5 & 9
only with a provisional 11se permit approved by the Housin& and
Redevelopment Director.
• For all Villa&e properties which are also located within the
Coascal Zone, the primacy permined land uses for all around floor
space shall be those which are visilor-ecnilltc commercial.
Visitor-servina commercial uses include but are not limired ro:
hotels, morel~. resraurants, recreational or tourist information
facilities, souvenir, &ift or novelty shops and/or services which
will aid in the comfon/enjoyment of a tourist or reaional auest's
visit fO the area. All other land uses, which are not expressly
prohibited as noted herein, shall be provisional or acc:essoay uses;
these uses muse be approved, or conditionally approved. via the
redevelopment permit process.
• No Adult Enrercainmenr Uses permitted within any land use
district within the Village.
• All existing uses which are noted as •not permitted• within a land
use dislricc noted on this land use chart shall be allowed to remain
pursuant to the non-conforming regulations set forth within
this chapter. No expansion or intensification of non-confonnin&
uses will be permiued.
2-3J
TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR
Portions of Land Use Districts 1, 4, and 6 which are located within the Village Redevelopment Area are also located
within the Transportation Corridor. The shaded area on the map below indicates the areas within Districts 1, 4 and 6
which are located within the Transportation Corridor.
Notwithstanding the previous land use charts and the Carlsbad Municipal Code, for those properties which are located
both within the Village Redevelopment Area !!JS! the Transportation Corridor, the following land uses are the only uses
which will be permitted:
Field and Seed Crops
Truck Crops
Horticultural Crops
Orchards and Vineyards
Tree Farms
Fallow Lands
Light-Rail Transmission Facilities
Light-Rail Maintenance/Repair Facilities
Light-Rail Stations
Passive Open Space
Bicycle Paths
Pedestrian Trails
Private or Public Parking Lots
Railroad Tracks
The following uses may be provisionally permitted:
Commercial and Retail Businesses
Mixed Use Projects
Residential Projects
All provisional uses will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
J
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TRANSPORTATION CORRIDOR
(Boundaries shown with dotted line)
2-32
Provisional Use Standards Contents
• Amusement Games Arcades • Medical Therapy Offices
• Automatic Teller Machines (A TMs) • Medical Treatment Offices
• Bars/Cocktail Lounges • Motels
• Bed and Breakfast Inns • Multi-Family Dwellings
• Business/Professional Offices • Night Clubs
• Business/Professional Services • Pool Halls/Billiard Parlors
• Child Care Centers • Professional Care Facilities
• Cinemas • Quick Stop Food Stores
• Cultural Facilities • Managed Living Units
• Fast Food Restaurants (large) • Restaurants with Entertainment
• Financial Institutions (Full) • Self-Improvement Senices
• Institutional Uses • Sidewalk Cafes
• Hotels • Sidewalk Vendors
• unodromats • Sports Entertainment Uses
• Live/Work Studios
PROVISIONAL LAND USES
Considerations
I . Arcades can provide entertainment. and a social
focus for young adults in the community.
However, they can also create a foci of
behavior which can be disruptive to other
commercial activities and to nearby residential
development.
2. Since arcade games can be relatively
expensive to play over extended time periods,
the activity in arcades often involves numbers
of youth periodically participating as
spectators. This pattern can result in a
relatively high number of occupants compared
to the number of machines and in a potential
loitering problem on adjacent public sidewalks.
3. Younger users may arrive at the arcade on
bicycles which often arc allowed to litter
sidewalks in and adjacent to the business,
resulting in obstacles to pedestrian movements.
4. Arcades in primary shopping area generally
interrupt retail continuity.
5. Other on-premise uses and the number of
machines are relevant issues. Arcade
machines which are subsidiary to other major
uses such as a cinema are generally not a
major problem since their primary function is
to provide entertainment while patrons are
engaging in or waiting for other events. In
contrast. large numbers of machines which
serve as the major draw of the business are
likely to have a different user profile.
l
Location and Development Criteria
I. Arcades should not be placed on sidewalks
adjacent to primary pedestrian streets.
2. Arcades should not be located in areas where
they would interrupt existing or anticipated
retail continuity.
3. Arcades which are intended as primary
destinations should be located near public
parking lots.
4. Arcades in Land Use District 3 should
generally be limited to tenancies within larger
shopping complexes with adequate parking and
facilities for bicycle parking.
S. Unless an adequate supply of public bicycle
racks are located nearby, arcades should
provide on-premise racb or install public
racks in a location and manner acceptable to
the City.
6. Locations and/or hours of operation should be
such as to minimi1.e any conflicts between the
use and Village residences.
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Amusement Game
Arcades
Definition
A retail use which provides five or
more 11111use111ent g11111e dnica such
IIS ritleo gaes, pinball •adli•a or
other similar 111«h11nia,J anti
electronic amus•tnt tlnica.
PROVISIONAL USE -STANDARDS
Amusement Game
Arcades
PROVISIONr USE STANDARD
Findings
In order for this use to receive a Rede,•elopment
Permit. it should be consistent with the following
findings:
I . The Arcade will not interrupt retail continuity
or pedestrian movement:
2. Adequate parking for vehicles and bicycles
exist either on-site ot in nearby public
resources.
3. Adequate planning has been conducted to
minimize loitering activities which could
negatively impact adjacent uses.
4. The location and/or hours of operation are
such that activity and noise impacts on Village
residents are likely to be minimal.
Considerations
1. ATM's have become an accepted and valued
convenience for most bank customers. 11,ey
allow relatively rapid transactions that save
customers time and are often available in
locations other than parent financial
institutions. They serve to support adjacent
commercial uses by providing a ready source
of cash for shoppers including tourists.
2. Parking is often an issue. Because most
transactions are rapid and generally take
less than a minute of actual machine time,
users are often tempted to park illegally while
using the machines. This can cause cireulation
difficulties as well as create hazards for both
motorists and pedestrians.
3. In some commercial locations. the demand for
usage can create queues which conflict with
pedestrian movements on the adjacent sidewalk
and block display windows or entries to
adjacent businesses.
4. Each bank's A TM has a standard design and
appearance which can have a visual impact on
the general character of a storefront.
S. Security concerns related to ATM's result in a
generally high level of illumination at and
surrounding the machine location.
Location and Development Criteria
I . Machines should be located within I 00 feet of
at least two short term parking spaces which
are available to the user.
2. ATM's should not be located immediately
adjacent to primary pedestrian sidewalks.
Locations should be on sidewalks or within
recesses where adequate use and queuing space
exists.
Findings
In order for this use to receive a Redevelopment
Permit, it should be consistent with the following
findings:
I. The proposed location of the A TM will not
adversely affect pedestrian traffic movements
and will not result in negative impacts to
adjacent uses.
2. The A TM is not expected to create additional
parking and traffic problems in the area.
3. The appearance of the A TM and its related
lighting and signage is appropriate to its
location and the Village.
4. Adequate lighting and visibility provisions
have been made for user safety.
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Automatic Teller Machines (ATM's)
Definition
Machines for the a11toatllic
processing of balrking transactio,u
including the dispensillg of casl,
without assistance fro• on-lite
employees. Ma~hines are generally
mounted on b"ilding Mills anti •111
k installed adjaeent to f111acilll
institutions or ill off-pronise
locations.
PROVISIONAL USE STANDARDS
Bars and Cocktail
Lounges
Definition
A retail use which provides on-site
alcoholic bnaag, sales for drinking
on the pra,isa, including ban
serving b«r, wine 1111dlor liquor to
the customer where no person under
21 ~111'1 of age is 11d111itted and
drinking establishments serving liquor
in conjllllction with other u:sa which
ad111it millon such 11$ restaurants and
enttrtai11ment uses.
PROVISIONAL USE STANDARDS
I .
Considerations
1. Bars arc often sources of late night noise near
premise exits, around parking areas and on
vehicular and pedestrian paths leading away
from the premises.
2. Front facades arc often largely devoid of
windows or covered with signs and other
obstructions resulting in a gap in an otherwise
interesting street facades.
Location and Development Criteria
J. Bars/Cocktail Lounges should not be located
along frontages where they would disrupt retail
continuity unless their frontage is limited to 25
feet or less.
2. Bars/Cocktail Lounges should not be located
where they arc likely to adversely impact
residential uses.
3. An adequate supply of parking should be
located conveniently nearby.
4. Facades should be treated in manner similar ro
other storefronts and should be designed with a
Village character.
Findings
In order for this use to receive a Redevelopment
Permit, it should be consistent with the J oil owing
findings:
1. The Bar/Cocktail Lounge will not likely have
a negative impact on Village residents.
2. Adequate parking is conveniently located near
the premises.
J. The exterior design of the facility and signage
arc appropriate to the Village and compatible
with adjacent uses.
5. Bars/Cocktail Lounges should not be located so as to create
a concentration of this use in one area. In addition to the
location and development criteria outlined herein, this use
must also comply with the Carlsbad Municipal Code as
related to bars/cocktail lounges.
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Considentions
I . Provisions for on-site parking can become
visuaUy unattractive on small sites or on sites
where existing residential structures have been
converted to Bed and Breakfast uses. Parking
which spills out onto residential street can be a
particuiar nuisance lo adjacent residents.
2. The noise and activity of late evening arrivals
and early morning departures can be disruptive
to residents living near the site.
Location ·and Development Criteria
I . Parking areas should not be located adjacent to
existing residences.
ft'indings
In order for this use to receive a· Redevelopment
Permit, it should be consistent with the following
findings:
1. The Bed and Breakfast Inn can accommodate
its parking requirement without disrupting the
visual and landscape character of its Village
sWTOundings.
2. The Bed and Breakfast Inn will not result in
an llllacceptablc levels of noise which would
disrupt adjacent or nearby residents.
3. The proposed site is large enough to
accommodate the proposed development while
still providing adequate landscaping to be
compatible with the surrounding neighborhood.
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Bed and Breakfast Inns
Definition
An historkol or ardit«t,,n,/ly
significant building wl,icl, ii /oated
in II scenic or other e11,iro,unent witli
11 distinct d,11rt1c:ter tt•hicl, has no ,~.,
than thr« an4 no •or, than eight
11ttrt1ctivtly decort1~d lolging ,_,,s,
1111d one coamon rooa ffflilablt for
·soda/ intertldion ,mer, sl,ort-t.,,,
lodging anti primarily btmlfat m«ils
are provided for co•pensation. Bed
and Breall/tat Inns do 11ot indutle
rest homa, COIIMtscenl htMta,
hotels, •Olds, /Joartling ho11Sas or
lodging housa
PROVISIONAL USE STANDARDS
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Business/
Professional Offices
Definition
A commercial facility used for
business inNmng information
processing, derical work, consulting
and r«ord lwping rather thaA the
sale or •aufaa11re of goods.
PROVISIONAL USE STANDARDS
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Considentions
1. Many types of offices can be disruptive to
retail continuity when located in commercial
shopping areas because of their non-retail
nature and generally inward-oriented character.
2. A significant portion of the parking spaces
needed to serve office uses arc occupied by
employees who are on-premises all or most of
the work day.
3. Some office uses, such as real estate offices,
arc more consumer-oriented and can be
beneficial to a lively mix of uses if small
enough in scale to avoid disrupting retail
continuity.
4. Some developers may wish lo conslmcl typical
speculative office buildings with large floor
plates and extensive quantities of window area
for maximum tenant subdivision flexibility.
Such facilities arc likely to be out of scale and
character in all areu of the Village.
5. Office uses will generally provide for their
parking requirements on-site. Some sites with
alley access can accommodate on-site parking
without undue visual impact o_n the Village
streetscape. Others may have more difficulty.
6. Office structures adjacent to residential uses
can result in a loss of privacy for residents.
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Location and Development Criteria
I. Ground floor office uses should not be located
along commercial shopping streets where they
would disrupt retail cmtinuity. An exception to
this criterion would be real estate offices or other
"walk-in" uses which arc strongly public
consumer-oriented with a frontage of 50 feet or
less.
2. Office uses arc generally appropriate on the upper
floors where they do not impact retail continuity.
3. Offices should be allowed on lots which back up
to or are adjacent to residential properties only
where development plans demonstrate that only
minimal impacts will result.
f,'indings
/11 order for this Ilse to recefre a R,:,lt•,·elopme111
Permit. it should he consistent with the following
findings:
I. The office development will be compatible in
scale and character to the surrounding Village
development.
2. The development is not likely to negatively
impact existing or planned retail continuity in
significant concentrations of commercial shops.
3. Sufficient on-site parking will be available to
serve employee parking needs.
4. The office development will not result in an
undue reduction of livability for adjacent
residents.
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Considentions
1. Some Business/Professional Services uses can
be disruptive to retail continuity when located
in commercial shopping areas because of their
non-retail nature and generally inward-oriented
character. Others are more drop-in customer.
oriented and appropriate to retail areas except
where they might occupy critical locations or
occupy large street frontages.
2. A si1,rnificant portion of the parking spaces
needed to serve office uses arc occupied by
employees who are on-premises all or most of
the work day.
Location and Development Criteria
1. Growid floor usage in heavily retail-oriented
areas should be limited to Business/
Professional Service tenants who provide drop-
in services to the general public such as quick
copying and desktop publishing.
2. Business/Professional Service uses are
generally appropriate on upper floors, in
courtyards or along commercial alleys where
they do not impact retail continuity.
Findings
In order for this use to receive a Redevelop,,,ent
Permit. it should be consistent ·with the following
fi11dings:
I . The Business/Professional Service use is not
likely to negatively impact existing or planned
retail continu~ty in significant conccntraticms of
commercial shops.
2. Sufficient on-site parking will be available to
serve employee parking needs.
3. Adequate short term parking exists in
reasonable proximity to the use to
accommodate drop-in customers.
Business/
Professional Services
Definition
A retail use which provides dnical,
duplicating and other senices to
businesses 1111d the general public.
PROVISIONAL USE . STANDARDS
Child Care Centers
Definition
A day cart facility of any capacity,
other than a family day care home
as defutd in S«tion 2l.0I.U6 of
the Carlsbllll Municipal Code, in
which Im than twenty-four-hour per
day non•tdiclll c11re and supervision
is provided for children in a group
setting indadiag nunay schools but
not elementary schools.
PROVISIONAL USE
STANDARDS
Considerations
I . Child care facilities require outdoor play areas.
In some locations, these exterior areas could
be subjected to physical or environmental
conditions which might be injurious to the
health of the children.
2. Drop off and pick up of children can create
additional traffic in the immediate vicinity of
the center as well as require short-term
parking. Impacts on residents and potential
traffic conflicts should be considered for
specific locations.
3. Children playing in the outdoor areas around
the center can produce noise levels which
might negatively impact some residential uses.
4. Convenient child care centers could encourage
increased utilization of the Village's commuter
rail station.
Location and Development Criteria
I. Sites should enjoy case of vehicular access.
2. Parcels should be sufficiently large to
accommodate on-site parking and waiting
zones or should be able to accommodate these
functions within the public right-of-way
without negatively impacting traffic flows· or
creating nuisances for occupants and/or.
customers of adjacent businesses or residences.
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Findings
In order for this use to receive a Redevelopment
Permit. it should be consistent with the following
findings:
I . The Child Care Center meets relevant State of
California locational criteria.
2. The Center will not cause undue traffic
impacts on adjacent uses.
3. Adequate provisions have been made for
parking and the drop-off and pick up of
children.
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Considentions
I . Cinemas require substantial parking in
reasonably close proximity to the facility.
However, peak usage of cinema parking often
occurs when other downtown uses .are closed
or in need of fewer parking spaces to satisfy
customer and employee needs.
2. Substantial traffic can be generated by a
cinema facility when hit movies arc shown or
on peak weekend evenings. Patrons aniving
for the next f eaturc showing arc seeking
parking spaces prior to and while other patrons
are leaving the facility.
3. The final film of an evening often lets out
around midnight or later. Cinema exits and
parking lots can become a source of noise
which would be unwelcome near residential
development.
Location •~d Development Criteria
I. Lots should provide or be located near parking
areas with adequate spaces to meet the
cinema's parking peak demand.
2. Sites adjacent to residential development would
generally not be a~ceptable unless noise, traffic
and other potential impacts can be adequately
mitigated.
3. Locations which have or can accommodate
supponive nighttime activities (e.g., restaurants,
book stores, etc.) arc preferable to isolated
sites where movie-goers are less likely to
patroniz.c other downtown businesses.
Findings
In order for this use to receive a Redevelopment
Permit, it should be consistent with the following
findings:
I . Adequate and available parking resources exist
on-site • in nearby public resources or in
nearby private parking lots for which a binding
use agreement has been executed to meet the
cinema needs.
2. Traffic generated by the facility will not
unduly impact residents or other businesses in
the Village.
3. The facility is not likely to create noise,
security or other adverse impacts on adjacent
residential development.
4. The facility's location is supportive of a lively
Village environment and has a high potential
for stimulating support for other Village uses.
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Cinemas
Definitions
A commercial enterprise containing
fixed seating and dedimtd to the
showing of •otion pidllra on one c
more scra,u.
PROVISIONAL USE STANDARDS
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Cultural Facilities
Definition
•A public or quasi-p11blic facility
devoted to w,111e11m displays,
interactive 4isploy, and education
devoted to history or cultural
heril•, or live thtatrical, music
and/or dance JJU.fora,Qnca.
PTROVISIONAL USE S J\NDARDS
Considerations
l. Live perfonnancc theatres are open to public
use for only a very few hours each week and
are devoid of apparent activity for the
remainder of the time. If located in areas of
intense retail activity, they can disrupt retail
continuity.
2. If intensively programmed, live perfonnance
theacrcs have the potential of creating
incrraed patronage of nearby restaurants and
other nighttime use facilities.
3. Live perfonnance theatres generally are
designed as large windowless boxes to .
accommodate the facility's functional
requirements and could be out of scale with
nearby commercial and residential
developments. Facilities with "fly lofts' to
store scenery vertically above the stage can
have windowless building components over 60
feet in height.
4. Live performance facilities, like cinemas,
require substantial amounts of parking nearby.
However, unlike cinemas, there is usually only
one performance in an afternoon or evening.
Therefore, potential traffic congestion is
generally only related to the period
immediately following a performance.
5. Like cinema<., live performance theatres often
close late in the evening and have the
potential of creating undesirable noise impacts
if sited near residential development.
6. Musewn's often require substantial floor area to
accommodate exhibits and artifacts. While
"storefronts" can contribute to the liveliness of the
street environment with visible display items and
museum sales shops, the overall facility might
occupy space more appropriately devoted to retail
activities.
Location· and Development Criteria
I. Cultural Facilities should be located near parking
resources adequate to meet public attendance and
employee needs.
2. Locations and frontages should be sensitive to any
adjacent retail needs in regard to use compatibility
and critical mass of rcuul uses.
Findings
In order for this use to receive a Redevelopment Permit.
it should be consistent with the following findi11gs:
I. Adequate parking resources exist on-site or in nearby
public resources to accommodate the cultural
facility's needs.
2. Traffic generated by the facility will not unduly
impact residents or other businesses in the Village.
3. The facility is not likely to create noise, security or
other adverse impacts on adjacent residential
development.
4. The facility's· contribution to Village vitality and
community identity outweighs any potential negative
impacts on retail intensity and continuity.
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Considerations
I. Although fast food restaurants in some urban
locations arc pedestrian-oriented, most arc
auto-oriented, require substantial amounts of
parking and generate considerable traffic by
virtue of their rapid tum-over and take-out
food policies. These characteristics can be
detrimental to retail continuity and pedestrian
safety.
2. Food for take out service is generally
package.d in throw away containers. These
along with straws, napkins and wrappers can
create special trash problems at and for some
distance from fast food restaurants.
3. Most fast food chains desire to utilize their
recognii.able corporate building and signage
styles. While some have made special efforts
in modifying their designs to fit special
community circumstances, there may be
. problems in integrating the facility into the
desired Village design character.
4. Fast food restaurants often extensively utilize
paper or painted window signs as part of their
promotional effort. These can detract from the
quality of the Village visual environment.
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Location and Development Criteria
I. Fast Food Restaurants with on-site parking
should not be located in areas where retail or
visual continuity ate important nor in areas
where vehicular traffic related to their use will
disrupt significant pedestrian movement
patterns.
2. The site should be large enough to
accommodate on-site parking away from street
frontages.
3. The developer/f'ranchisee should be willing to
design specifically and uniquely for the
Carlsbad Village visual environment as well as
agree to restrictions on temporary advertising
signs.
Findings
In order for this use to receive a Redevelopment
Permit, it should be consistent with the following
findings:
I . The use is not likely to create pedestrian and
traffic haz.ards.
2. .The use is consistent with and supportive of
adjacent commercial uses.
3. Parking locations and visual treatments are
consistent with Village goals. •
4. The design of the facility and signage is
compatible with the desired Village character.
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Fast Food Restaurants (Large)
Definition
A retail eating or eating and drinking
use designed to attract and
accommodate high customer w,/11111es
or turnoven and which provides
ready-to-eat food for cons11111ption on
or off the premises and ,nttts the
following criteria:
• A gross floor area of 1000 square
feet or more. -r rnorc. +~ SO :11:..+3
• A limited menu of ready-to-a,t
food prepared in advance of
customer orden, or food whidl
may be quickly prepared. 1
• Food served in disposable wrappers·
or containers.
• Food is ordered at a customer
service counter.
• Food is paid for prior to
consumption.
PROVISIONAL USE STANDARDS
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Financial
Institutions (F ul/)
Definition
Financial IMS providing banking
services and productJ to the puhlic
and which occupy more than 25 feet
of linmr frontage or 1000 square feet
of gros1 floor area induding banks,
saving, and loans, and credit union1.
PROVISIONAL USE STANDARDS
Considerations
1. Large financial institutions can utilize large
street frontages which can interrupt retail
continuity.
2. Financial institutions often seek locations in
downtown areas in order to compete with
others with regard to identity and name
recognition. This tendency along with their
ability to pay relatively high rents frequently
resulted in substantial concentrations of these
uses with the resultant loss of space for other
retail and service uses.
3. Aggressive promotional campaigns for
financial products and services often leads to
the extensive use of temporary signs placed in
window areas facing the street. This can lead
to an appearance of visual chaos.
4. Most financial institutions also provide on-site
Automatic Teller machines for quick
transactions. This can increase traffic
congestion and lead to parking problems as
outlined in the provisional use standards
outlined for ATM's.
5. Some financial institutions wish to incorporate
drive-in banking facilities. These take up
large areas of land, contribute to air quality
problems by virtue of idling engines and can
result in traffic circulation problems.
Location and Development Criteria
• I . Sites should not contain on-site parking unless
such parlcing can be accessed from streets or
alleys without conflict with pedestrians along
primary pedestrian paths.
2. Drive-in banking windows should not be
allowed.
3. Street frontages should be appropriate to the
location n:lative to n:tail continuity ;md should
generally not exceed SO feet.
• Findings
In order for this use to receive a Redevelopment
Permit, ii should be consistent with the following
findings:
I . The scale and character of the development
are in keeping with adjacent Village
development.
2. The use will not adversely affect retail
continuity or pedestrian movements.
3. The use will not unduly affect the orderly flow
of vehicuJar traffic in the area.
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Considerations
l. The development of additional Institutional
Uses within the Village Redevelopment
Area will generally be discouraged because
these type of projects most often consume
large street frontages which interrupt retail
continuity.
2. Institutional Uses generally do not assist in
the effon to economically enhance an area
or serve to meet the revitalization goals the
Village Redevelopment Area.
3. Since existing Institutional Uses within the
Village have been "good neighbors" for a
number of years and have developed
strong relationships within the community
which give additional identity to the
Village Redevelopment Area, existing
Institutional Uses will be ailowed to
remain with legislative approval of a long
term Master Plan for all related propeny.
4. Permission may be granted by the
Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency to allow
the expansion or intensification of an
existing institutional use only if the
expansion or intensification provides public
benefits, such as street improvements, and
it is determined that the project will have
no adverse impacts on the surrounding
propenies.
Location and Devclopmcot/Redevelopmmt Criteria:
Although new institutional uses will be discouraged
within the Village Redevelopment Area, it is
possible that a new institutional use may be
proposed for the Village. In this case, the following
location and development criteria shall apply:
Institutional Use frontages should be
limited in m:as of intense retail activity
unless substantial ponions of the frontages
are utili:zed for retail uses which are easily
accessible from the sidewalk.
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2. Institutional Uses, except for schools,
should be located away from residential
areas where noise and/or traffic could be a
problems.
3. Access to loading or parking facilities
should be located away from primary
pedestrian areas wherever possible to
prevent conflicts and assist with traffic
circulation.
For existing Institutional Uses, the location is
already fixed. However,_ if redevelopment of a site
is proposed, the above criteria shall remain
applicable.
FINDINGS:
For a new institutional use to receive a Redevelop-
ment Permit, the following findings must be made:
I . The scale and character of the Institutional
Use is appropriate to its location and the
desired Village character.
2.
3.
4.
The use is consistent with the goals and
objectives of the Village.
Street frontage uses are appropriate to the
site and location and adjacent uses.
Loading facilities and access to parking
will not lt(lversely effect pedestrian
movement and safety.
In addition to the above findings, the following
findings must also be made for all existing
institutional uses:
S. A Master Plan has been submitted and
approved by the appropriate legislative
body.
6. Expansion or intensification of the use will
not have an adverse impact on future
development within the area or on
revitalization activities.
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INSTITUTIONAL USES
Definitions:
Institutional Uses are those which are generally
characteriud as being established by a non-profit
organization or coi:poration of a public character
with a public purpose being served (ie., education.
religious services, elderly care, etc~>-
Privatc Secondaty School is an educational facility
which is established, conducted and primarily
supported by a nongovernmental agency and offen
general. technical, vocational or college-preparator
courses at a level and to an age group which is
intermediate between elementary school and
college.
Professional Care Facility is a facility in which·
food, shelter and some form of professional servict
is provided such as nursing, medical, dietary.
exercising or other medically recommended
programs. Not included in this deftnition are
hospitals and mental hospitals.
<lwn:h is generally considered to be a worship
facility for a body or organization of religious
believers.
Considerations
I. Hotels arc generally acceptable in all of the
designated land use districts. However, issues
of scale and potential conflicts must be
addressed in each individual circwnstance.
2. Hotel street frontages can negatively impact
retail continuity unless uses are placed along
those frontages which complement the adjacent
retail uses.
3. Visitor loading areas can disrupt traffic flows
and remove on-street parking resources for
retail uses.
4. Functional areas of hotels (e.g., kitchen and
trash areas) can be sources of noise which
could affect any adjacent residential uses.
Location and De,·elopment Criteria
1. Hotel frontage dimensions should be limited in
areas of intense retail activity unless
substantial portions of the f rontagcs are
utilized for retail uses which arc easily
accessible from the sidewalk.
2. Hotel service areas should be located away
from any adjacent residential uses where noise
could be a problem.·
3. Access to any loading or parking facilities
should be located away from primary
pedestrian areas wherever possible.
Findings
In order for this use to receive a Redevelopment
Permit, it should be consistent with the following
findings:
I . The scale and character of the hotel is
appropriate to its location and the desired
Village character.
2. Street frontage uses are appropriate to the site
location and adjacent uses.
3 . Loading facilities and access to parking will
not adversely affect pedestrian movement and
safety.
HOTELS
Definition
A building in which there are five o
more guest rooms where lodging c
a nightly basis, with or without mei
la provided for compensation, and
where no provision Is made for
cooking In any individual room or
suite and shall not include building
where persons are housed under
legal restraint.
PROVISIONAL USE STANDARDS
La11ndromats
Definition
A commtreial business wherein coin-
11cti,attd washm, tlryen and similar
dtaning «JUiJJllltnl are self-operated
by indwi4uols not ptnnllntntly living
or tonporarily rtsiding on tht
prtllfists.
PROVISIONAL USE STANDARDS
Considerations
I. Laundromats provide important services for
Village and nearby residents without their own
on-premises equipment and for travellers
staying in the area at facilities which do not
·have laundry facilities.
2. Recent development prototypes in many urban
areas have included coffee houses, cocktail
lounges or other entertainment uses along with
the laundromat · functions. These mixes· of use
must be evaluated with respect to their relative
sil.C and ability to attract patronage separately
from on-site laundromat users.
3. Typical laW1dromat frontages are often lacking
in visual _interest and exhibit high levels of
fluorescent lighting which could be at odds
with adjacent uses.
4. Convenient parking is generally needed.
Location and Development Criteria
l . Laundromats should not be placed in areas
where there is a high degree of retail
continuity.
Findings
In order for this use to receive a Redevelopment
Permit, it should be consistent with the following
findings:
I. The use or combination of uses is compatible
with adjacent uses and will not unduly
intenupt important areas of retail continuity.
2. The scale and character of the facility is
compatible with a Village character.
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Considentions
I. The issues of Live/Work Studios deal both
with the impact of business uses on adjacent
residential uses as well as the impact of
adjacent non-residential uses on the livability
of the -residential units in cases where the
studios are located in commercial or industrial
areas.
2. Some on-site business activities such as the
creation of metal or wood sculpture could
introduce a noise clement into the residential
neighborhood.
3. On-premise display and/or sales activities
could generate traffic and parking concerns in
residential areas.
4. In commercial areas, the residential units could
be substandard in tcnns of access, light, air
and open space unless specifically designed to
address those issues.
S. In industrial areas, residents could be subjected
to adjacent noise or other environmental
impacts.
Location and Development Criteria
I . On-site display and sales functions should be
limited to sites where vehicular access and
. parking will not negatively impact other
residential units.
2. Live/Work Studios in residential environments
should be limited to activities which will not
adversely impact adjacent aidcnts.
Findings
In order for this use to receive a Redeve/opm,nt
Permit, it should be consistent with the following
findings:
I. The Live/Work Studio use is compatible with
adjacent development.
2. Adequate parking is available for tenants and
anticipated visitors. •
3. Dwelling units will enjoy a residential
environment of comparable quality to other
standard units in the Village. .
Live/Work Studios
Definition
A raidentilll stn,dllr~ gtinerally in
/oft-type unit, in which oae or ,nor~
of the raidena •tilizl II portion of
the dweUing unit for btainm
p•rposes involvillg the creation or
membly of 11rt, craft, graphic design,
pl,otogr11phy or ••ii• Aad-(!,v/W
prod•ttJ for di1pl111 11nd/o, 1111& On-
lite businm 11diwtia •111 indu4e in
IOIIII but not "'' a,,a the tlispl111 .
11nd sole of tho~ l,11nkraftd goods.
PROVISIONAL USE
STANDARDS
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Medical Therapy
Offices
Definition
I
Medical or allied health service
offices which generally meet the
following criteria:
-Fewer than J professionals in the
off,ce
-Treatment sasions lasting 45
millutes or •ore
-Treatment limited to l individual
or l family at II time.
-Includes that and similar uses:
• Chiroprador
• Family Therapy
• Psychologist
• Psychotherapy (Individual)
PROVISIONAL USE STANDARDS
Considerations
1. Medical therapy offices, if located in growld
floor storefront space, could interrupt retail
continuity given their generally inward-oriented
character.
Location and ·oevelopment Criteria
1. These uses should be limited to locations on
levels above the ground floor or in off-street
locations where they will not adversely impact
retail continuity.
Findings
In order for this use to receive a Redevelopment
Permit, it should be consistent with the following
findings:
I. On-premise activities and related parking
requirements are compatible with the land use
district and adjacent development.
2. Adverse impacts on retail intensity or retail
continuity are not likely.
Considentions
1. This type of medical use has the .potential of
generating higher parking demands than other
commercial uses which could impact the visual
quality of the Village for on-site parking and
the availability of parking for retail uses within
the parking district.
2. Medical offices are generally inward-oriented
in character and could negatively impact retail
continuity if placed in areas with a high retail
potential.
Location and De1elopment Criteria
I. Medical Treatment Offices should be placed
on levels above the groWld floor or in off-
street locations in areas of retail activity.
2. Sites should be large enough to accommodate
on-site parking.
Findings
In order for this use to receive a Redel'e/opment.
Permit, it should be consistent with the following
findings:
I . The use is compatible with the land use
district a,nd adjacent development.
2. The use will not adversely affect retail
intensity or retail continuity in the Village.
3. Adequate parking exists to serve the needs of
this use.
Medical Treatment
Offices
Definition
Medical or allied hmlth snce
offica which •• one or •Ott of
the /ollowiag crillrill:
-J or more pro/mio,,als i,, the
off,ce
-Treal1llent ~riotb o/ Im t/,1111 4S
111inuta
-Waiting rooms acc011U11odatillg
•ore than S people
-Tret11111ent sessions inNIPing J or
more patients Ill the sae lunt!..
-lnclutla thae and silllil• IISG:
• Dentll/ Cli11k I
• Medic,,/. Oinic
• Medical 0ff,ce
• hycholheropy (Gro11p)
PROVISIONAL USE STANDARDS
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Motels
Definition
A group of "nachtd or detflched
buildings contflining individulll
sleeping or living units where "
n11,jority of slldt unit, open
individulllly 11114 directly to the
outside, ""' where II g11rflge is
flttached or II Jlfl'king spt1ce is
con,eniendy IOctUtd to each unit, all
for the tempor,uy use by automobile
tourists or tr1111Sients, and includes
motor lodga. An establishmt11t is
considered II motel ,a•hen iJ is
required by die Heald, 1111d Safety
Code of the State of California lo
obtain the name and address of the
guots, the make, year and license
n11111ber of the vdtide and tl,e state
in which it was issual.
PROVISIONAL USE
STANDARDS
Considerations
1. Motels are traveller-oriented, therefore should
be conveniently located on travel corridors and
near other visitor-serving facilities.
2. Motels by their nature have a very strong
automobile-to-room relationship which could
limit building activity which may be oriented
towards Village streets.
3. Because many motels survive on drop-in
business, their signagc is often aggressive in
size and appearance.
Location and Development Criteria
I . Parking areas should be located away from
street frontages and buffered from public view.
Findings
In order for this use to receive a Redevelopment
Permit, it should be consistent with the following
findings:
1. The use is appropriate to the land use district
and adjacent development.
2. The site is adequate in size to provide the
necessary parking as well as adequate space
for landscaping to integrate the project into the
Village character.
3. The project enhances the Carlsbad Village
image and _character.
Considerations
1. Multi-family housing is appropriate near the
Land Use District I rail station but
could displace important ground floor retail
uses in some locations.
2. Multi-family residential uses generally require
on-site dedicated parking which could be
difficult to provide in retail-oriented districts
unless located below grade.
3. In Land use District 6, large parcels lend
themselves to multi-family residential
development. However, the impact of adjacent
industrial uses on the qua1ity of the residential
environment may be of concern.
Location and Development Criteria
1. Residential units and parking should not be
placed on ground floor levels where they
would displace desired retail uses or other-
wise lessen active street frontage.
2. Sites should be large enough to accommodate
parking requirements on-site or below grade.
3. Residential units should not be placed in
4.
close proximity to uses which would adversely
affect the health and welfare of the
residents.
For locations adjacent to the A.T.&S.F. Railroad
Right-of-Way, adequate provisions should be made
to buffer residents from train noise.
Findings
In order for this use to receive a Redevelopment
Permit, ii should be consistent with the following
findings:
1. The Multi-family Residential use is appropriate
to the site and adjacent development.
2. The site is of adequate size and shape to
accommodate its required on-site parking
without adversely affecting the visual
environment of the Village.
Multi-Family Dwellings
Definition
A building, or portion dtereof,
designed for occupancy by three or
more families lil'ing inde~n4ently of
each other and containing three or
more dWt:1/ing units.
5.
PROVISIONAL USE
Where feasible and possible, multi-family housing ___________________ _. ..... s.T. )J\NililliiD■~-RD-·S·
near the rail station should be constructed as
part of a mixed use development project. 2-52..
Night Clubs
Dt!Jinition
A plact! of t!ntl!rtainmm4 mosdy
opm at nigh4 suving food and
liquor or otha refreshmmts, and
ha,ing II floor show or providing
musk 11114 11 spau for dancing.
PROVISIONAL USE STANDARDS
l .
Considerations
l. Nightclubs, as nighttime activities, have the
potential of creating noise problems for nearby
residential areas.
2. Nightclubs, because of their floor show and/or
dance floor requirements, often require large
blocks of floor area which could displace other
desired uses.
3. Nightclubs are generally inactive during
normal business hoW'S and can create a gap in
interesting activity if located along retail
frontages.
4. The intensity of use of nightclubs is generally
very high since many patrons may be standing
or dancing rather than seated at tables. This
intensity can create the need for substantial
nearby parking.
5. Sidewalk crowds waiting to enter the nightclub
and during intermissions or music breaks are
not uncommon and can be a hindrance to
normal pedestrian movement if located near
other nighttime uses such as restaurants.
Locatio~ and Development Criteria
I. Nightclubs or parking serving nightclub uses
should not generally be located adjacent to
residential development.
2. Nightclubs should contain adequate on-site
parking or be located near public parking
resources with sufficient capacity to serve their
parking requirements.
3. The location should be such that conflicts with
other nighttime uses are minimiz.ed or design
steps should be taken to accomplish that goal.
Findings
In order for this use to receive a Redevelopment
Permit, it should be consistent with the following
findings:
I. The site is suitable for a nightclub use and
will have a minimal impact upon Village
traffic, parking, residents and other adjacent
uses.
6. The total number of night clubs within the Village
at any given time shall be limited. An overconcentration
of night clubs could be detrimental to the Village.
Special consideration shall be given to the potential for
proliferation of night clubs by assessing the number and
type within the Village at any given time and the impact
an additional club might have on the environment or
atmosphere within the Village.
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Considerations
1. Pool Halls and Billiard Parlors have become a
popular fonn of both participatory and
spectator activity in recent years and cater to a
wide range of social, economic and age
groups. The issues related to this use are .
primarily related to those of displacement of
desired retail activity in important shopping
areas and the disruption of retail continuity.
Location and Development Criteria
I. Pool Halls/Billiard Parlors should not be
located along prime retail frontages.
Findings
In order for this use to receive a Redevelopment
Permit, it should be consistent with the following
findings: •
I. The Pool Hall/Billiard Parlor use is appropriate
to the site and is not likely to adversely affect
the Village's retail potential.
Pool Halls/
Billiard Parlors
Definition
Any place of business where billiards
or pool is played, and 11 /tt is
charged to those playillg for the use
of the equipmarL 11,e billiard room
shall not be connected with any other
. business, nor shall any other business
be permitted to bt carried on, exupt
that the billiard room may have
tl,erein ordinary merchandise ~ndini
machines and no more than four
coin-operated games of skill,
including pinball machines. A bar
or cocktail lounge, having IK'O or leu
pool or billiard tables, shall not be
considered to bt a pool hall or
billiard parlor.
Professional Care
Facilities
Dtjinition
A facility in which food, shelter, and
some form of professional servict is
provided such as nuning, medical,
dittary, exercising or olhtr mtdically
recommtndtd progn,,ns. Not
indudtd in this dtfinition art
hospital, ond mtntal hospitals.
PROVISIONAL USE
STANDARDS
Consideratiqns
1. The Village should not generally be thought of
as a location for new facilities of this type
given the Village's emphasis upon retail
shopping, small scale offices, visitor services
and residential development in close proximity
to the commuter rail station.
Location and Development Criteria
1. The use should only be considered in Land
Use District 1 on the site currently occupied
by a similar use (Carlsbad Boulevard and
Grand Avenue). Should significant changes to
that property or use occur in the future, strong
encouragement should be given for conversion
of the site to commercial and visitor-serving
uses.
2. No new development of this type should be
allowed in Land Use District 9 aside from the
redevelopment or rebuilding of similar uses
currently occupying sites within the district.
3. Historic portions of existing buildings should
be retained and enhanced.
4. New development on existing sites should
reinforce the visual interest of adjacent streets
and contain substantial landscaping.
Findings
In order for this use lo receive a Redevelopment Permit.
ii should be consis1en1 with lhe following findings:
I. The use is a rebuilding or redevelopment of existing
or similar uses.
2. . The development is consistent with the goals of the
Village Design Manual with regard to pedestrian
movement and visual character.
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Considentions
I. Quick stop food stops are likely to be
automobile•orientcd with rapid parking space
turnover and with little spill-0ver commercial
benefit to other Village uses.
2. These uses are often chain franchise operations
with a standard appearance that would not
comfortably fit into the desired Village visual
character without significant architectural and
signage modifications.
Location and Development Criteria
1. Parking Jots should not dominate the site
development.
2. Parking lots should be buffered from public
view by screening and substantial landscaping.
3. The character of structures and signagc must
be compatible with a Village character.
Findings
In order for rl,i.,; use to receive a Redevelopment
Permit. it should be c:onsistent with the following
findings:
I. The use is appropriate to the Village and the
site.
2. The project has been designed to be
compatible with the Village environment.
Quick Stop Food Store!
Definition
A retail facility stlli11g take-out Joo
liquor or other co11vmience goods
and containing fewer than 20 sats
where the majority of sales 11tt
removed and co111U1Ned outside the
prtmises.
PROVISIONAL USE
STANDARDS
Managed Living Units
Definition
Managed Living Units within the
Village shall be defined in the same
manner as those allowed, if allowed,
within the remainder of the City. The
definition shall be established by
ordinance approved by the City
Council.
PROVISIONAL USE
STANDARDS
All Managed Living Units produced
within the Village shall comply with
the standards and conditions set forth
within applicable regulations set forth
within the Carlsbad Municipal Code.
If a Managed Living Unit Ordinance
is not adopted for the remainder of
the City, these type of units will also
not be permitted within the Village
Redevelopment Area.
Development of all Managed Living
Units shall be consistent with the
Carlsbad Municipal Code.
I .
Considentions
1. The activity often results in many customers
leaving the facility late at night with the
potential for noise impacts on nearby
residences from patrons and vehicles.
2. Restaurants with entertainment often have a
use intensity with a significant number of
patrons in the premises at one time. Parking
conveniently located to the facility is
important.
Location and Development Criteria
I . Restaurants with Entertainment should not be
located where they are likely to adversely
impact residential uses.
2. An adequate supply of parking should be
located conveniently nearby.
3. Consideration must be given to ensure that there
will not be an overconcentration of restaurants with
entenainment at any given time prior to approving
a new restaurant with entertainment.
Findings
In order for this use to receive a Redevelopment
Permit, it should be consistent with the following
findings:
I . The Restaurant with Entertainment is not
likely to have a negative impact on Village
residents.
2. Adequate parking is conveniently located near
the premises.
Restaurants with
Entertainment
Definition
A restaurant whose bar area t!Uttds
SO seats 1111d which prtmllo li,e
music, recorded music for i1111dag,
comedy or other entertainment on a
regular basis.
PROVISIONAL USE STANDARDS
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SELF-IMPROVEMENT
SERVICES
Definition
A commercial facllity offering group
instruction or training and containing
large open exercise, work or
instructionQ/ space with an Occupant
Load Factor of SO square feet or less
as def111ed in the Uniform Building
Code.. 1ht def111ition indudes heQ/th
clubs, martial arts mulios, business
and profmionQ/ schools 11nd aerobic
studios but does not include child
care centm, private schools or
similar private facilities.
Considerations
1. These facilities often seek storefront locations
among retail facilities and can, because of
their inward-oriented nature, create gaps in
visual storefront interest and retail continuity.
2. The uses arc generally group-oriented and
require sufficient parking to serve those on-site
at the same time.
Location and Development Criteria
I. Self-Improvement Service uses should not be
located in storefront locations where retail
continuity is important.
Findings
In order for this use to receive a Redevelopment Permit.
it should be consistent with the fol/oM•ing findings: .
l. Retail continuity will not be adversely affected by
this use.
2. Adequate parking is available nearby.
•
Considentions
l. Since all or a portion of Sidewalk Cafes
occupy public property, tables, chairs and
waste receptacles can interfere. with nonnal
pedestrian movements.
2. Tables, chairs, waste receptacles and other
items, if located near street curbs, can interfere
with car doors and pedestrian access to
parking spaces.
3. Too many tables and chairs can block access
to the business's entty.
4. Since tables, chairs, u.'1\brellas, waste
receptacles, planters and other items are
prominently located within the public right of
way, they can have a substantial impact on the
immediate visual environment.
Location and Development Criteria
I. Sidewalk tables should be limited to eating
and drinking establishments.
2. Tables and chairs should not unduly disrupt
pedestrian and vehicular movement.
3. Tables should be placed a minimum of two
feet from the curb to allow adequate space for
the opening of vehicle doors.
4. A clear area of at least five feet in width
should be maintained for pedestrian use over
the entire length of the sidewalk in front of
the business.
5. Tables are encouraged to be placed in line
with tree wells, street lights and other street
furnishings elements in order to maximize a \ ;near--
unobstructed area.
6. Where tables are placed next to the building
facade, a clear area of at least five feet in
width should be maintained to building entries.
7. Tables should not block access to fire
emergency facilities (e.g., fire hydrants).
8. Tables, chairs and umbrellas should be
restricted to the frontage of the business, and
should not encroach on the frontage of any
adjacent business.
9. All sidewalk obstruction including trash
receptacles should be removed completely
from the sidewalk area daily prior to the close
of business.
10. Furniture should be of a uniform
color and design and of substantial
construction to withstand outdoor
use. Umbrellas should be made of a
wood or metal framework and should
be covered with fabric. No vinyl
umbrellas shall be permitted. The
Housing and Redevelopment Director
shall develop guidelines for examples
. of acceP,table sidewalk cafe furniture.
11. Trash receptacles should be provided
and the area kept free of litter.
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Sidewalk Cafes
Definition
An outdoor extension of a restaurant,
delicatessen, ice cream parlor or
similar food service use with the
majority of its sealing capacity
located indoors and where exterior
seating occurs partially or wholly on
public property.
PROVISIONAL USE STANDARDS
Sidewalk Ca/es
' A sidewalk table permit must be
approved by the Housing and
Redevelopment Director prior to the
use of sidewalk tables. A fee to be
set by the City Council shall be
required for processing 1he subject
pennit. This fee must be paid before
the permit will be processed.
\. The approved sidewalk table permit
shall remain in effect for as long as
sidewalk tables are pennitted within
the Village Area and the permittee
remains in compliance with the
subject approved pennit. No new
permit shall be required unless the
applicant ceases to use the sidewalk
tables for a period of 6 months or
longer; in this case, a new permit
with appropriate fee would be
required. The approved permit which
remains in effect may be amended
without additional fees as approved
by the Housing and Redevelopment
Director.
PROVISIONAL USE STANDARDS
14. All other necessary City and/or
Agency permits must be also be
obtained prior to the use of sidewalk
tables. These permits may include a
business license and/or a redevelop-
ment permit if required for the
primary eating/drinking establish-
ment.
lS. The State Departm~nt of Alcohol
Beverage Control (ABC) shall
regulate the sale of alcoholic
beverages within the Village. The
applicant must obtain the appropriate
permits and/or approvals from ABC
prior to selling or serving alcoholic
beverages to customers using the
sidewalk tables.
16. The ~ousing and Redevelopment
Director may approve temporary or
permanent enclosures for the
sidewalk cafe area as pan of the
sidewalk table pennit if the Director
finds that the enclosure will not
impede pedestrian traffic and is
desired for other safety or aesthetic
reasons.
17. Applicant/Pennittee must sign an
Indemnification Statement holding
the City of Carlsbad and the
Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency
harmless from any legal action
resulting from sidewalk cafe
operations and/or any approved
enclosures for the sidewalk cafe.
18. The applicant must submit a
Certificate of Insurance to the City
of Carlsbad in an amount to be •
established by the Risk Manager of
the City of Carlsbad. The City and
the Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency
shall be listed as an "additional
insured" on the Certificate. The
Certificate must remain in effect for
as long as the tables and chairs are
placed within the public right-of-way
(on the sidewalk).
19. In accordance with Chapters 21.35
and 21.58 of the Carlsbad Municipal
Code, the sidewalk cafe permit may
be revoked by the Housing and
Redevelopment Director following
due process procedures, if 1) the
conditions of the approved permit are
not being met; 2) conditions at or
around the sidewalk cafe change;
and/or 3) if operation of the sidewalk
cafe interferes with adequate or safe •
public use of the sidewalk.
FINDINGS
In order for the sidewalk table use to
receive a permit, it shall be consistent
with the following findings:
1. The Applicant has complied with all
of the criteria established relative to
Sidewalk Cafes.
2. The use is not likely to result in
health or safety problems nor is it
likely to adversely impact adjacent
uses.
I ,
Considerations 2.
L Uses conducted partially or wholly on public
property can interfere with safe pedestrian
movement and in some cases compete directly
and wtfairly with existing retail and food 3.
service uses by virtue of lower tenant costs.
2. Uses conducted on private property adjacent to
public thoroughfares may be acceptable but
should be consistent with Village retail and
market image goals. 4.
3. Street musicians can add a pleasant ambiance
and interest to the Village. However, a high
potential exists for annoyance and conflict in
cases where the quality is inadequate or 5.
presentations are repetitious.
4. Street artists and crafts people also can add
creative and valuable interest to the Village if 6.
• the products sold are unique, hand-made and
not otherwise available in adjacent shops. The
sale of manufactured or mass produced items, 7. however, often detracts from the image of the
Village shopping environment.
Location and Development Criteria
I. Kiosks and carts shall be limited to specific 8.
locations as determined by the Housing and
Redevelopment Commission.
Flowers, food or merchandise sold from the
kiosks or carts should not be directly
competitive with any other business within S00
feet of the specified location.
Merchandise must be limited to art and craft
items produced _personally by the vendor. All
such items shall be verified and approved by
the Director of Housing and Redevelopment or
an appointed representative.
Carts must be removed daily and the operator
shall maintain regular business hours as may
be specified by the Director of Housing and
Redevelopment.
The kiosks or cart must be professionally
constructed and its design shall be approved
by the Design Review Board.
Applicant must pay all applicable fees and
obtain any otJ1er necessary permits required for
the specific use from the City of Carlsbad.
Applicant must sign an Indemnificatioo
Statement holding the City of Carlsbad
harmless from legal action resulting from
operation or transportation of the kiosk or cart.
The Redevelopment Permit will be valid for a
12-month period. Applicants may reapply for
reissuance but will not be guaranteed a
renewal.
Sidewalk Vendors
Definition -
A retail use operating out of 11
permanent or moveable structure
partially or wholly located on public
property or on private property
adjacent to a public vehicular or
pedestrian way. The def111ition
includes street artists, street
musicians, food vendon and flower
vendors.
PROVISIONAL USE
STANDARDS
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Sidewalk Vendors
PROVISIONtL USE STANDARD
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Findings
In order for thi.,; use to receive a Redevelopment
Permit, ii should be consistent with the following
findings:
I. The applicant has compiled with all of the
criteria established relative to Sidewalk
Vendors.
2. The use is not likely to result in health or
safety problems nor is it likely to adversely
impact adjacent uses.
Considentions
I. These uses generally require relatively large
sites to accommodate facilities ·and parking.
2. The uses generally offer relative little visual
interest or street facades.
3. Some facilities have peak usage of an even!ng
hour which could impact adjacent residential
uses.
Location and Development Uses
I . Uses should not occupy State Street frontage
in Land Use District 4.
2. . Sites should be large enough for on-site
parking which can be adequately screened and
landscaped.
Jtindings
In order for this use to receive a Redevelopment
Permit, it should be consistent with the following
findings:
I. The Sports Entertainment use is compatible
with adjacent development, consistent with a
Village character and provides sufficient land
on which to accommodate building, parking
and landscaping.
$ports Entertainment
Uses
Definition
A tOlllmerdal facility dlt1rtlderiud
by p11tron JNM1kiplllion in sporti11g
activitia Md rdflliNly ltl,re buHding
vol11111e 11111/or 1it& Tiu! de/111ilion
indudn bowling alleys, itdroller
rinks, JWi111 d11bs 11114 tennis d11bs
but doa not ind•e any ue rd111H
to pbling or ,-a of dlac&
PROVISIONAL USE STANDARDS
Uses not consistent with the allowable or provisional uses of a district or which do
not follow the long range goals of the Village Redevelopment Area are considered to
be non-coofmning ~ for land use review purposes under this Manual. Non-
confonning land uses in the Village Redevelopment Arca can preclude revitalization or
redevelopment activities in two primary ways. First, they occupy a site that could be
used for redevelopment according to the goals of the underlying district and the
Village area as a whole. Second, some non-confonning wes can actually have adverse
impacts that reach beyond the confines of the site and actually preclude the
redevelopment of neighboring properties.
Non-conforming uses in the Village Redevelopment Zone are specifically defined as
those within a specific land use district which are: 1) not permitted by right; 2) have
not been provisionally approved by the City or the Redevelopment Agency; or, 3)
prohibited. Although the City and the Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency will take no
action to initiate immediate, or time-specific, abatement of non-conforming uses within
the Village Redevelopment Area, propeny owners are encouraged to bring their
propenies into conformance with the regulations of this Manual as soon as possible to
~ist with the revitalization and redevelopment of the Area. All existing non-
conforming uses within the Village Redevelopment Area will be allowed to remain
until l) they simply cease to exist for economic or other reasons; 2) the property is
abandoned for a period of 6 months or longer (which means that a building has not
been used); or 3) their is a proposed change in use. If any of these conditions exist, the
property owner will be required to hring the property into compliance with current
land use policies and building codes/regulations.
Expansion or intensification of non-conforming uses will !!Q! be allowed by the
Agency. However, property owners and/or building tenants will be permitted to
complete building facade improvements, add perimeter fencing as appropriate and
provide additional landscaping for beautification purposes. Any proposed structural
alteration, incidental reconstruction, repair, site alteration, or other propeny
improvements shall conform to the current development standards and design
guidelines permitted by the Village Design Manual section of this docwnent.
Often difficult situations are created when a property owner wishes to return to the
"original u,;e" (from a non-conforming or conforming use) of a building which may
have been approved prior to formation of the Village Redevelopment Area (1981) but
may have become non-conforming per the approved Land Use Plan for the Village
Redevelopment Area. In the past, the public policy has not been clear regarding the
property owner's right to return to an "original use". The following is provided in an
attempt to clarify the Agency's position and outline the policy which results from
adoption of this Manual.
Uses within existing buildings located in the Village Redevelopment Area as of
Novcmhcr I, 1991, pcr the ~jlrlsh:ul Vill:igr R(·dcvclopnwnt Agency's 1~111d lls('
Survey, will be considered to be tl1C "original lL';e" of a building llx the purposes of
l 1 1 i 1 1 i \ l mis secaon. No land use wblch may bave existed prior to November 1, 1991 will be
considered as the "original use" of the property for purposes of determining
confonnance with the Land Use Plan implemented by this Manual. If a property ow11t
does not agree with the "original use" identified by the Survey, the p:operty owner
shall bear the "burden of proof" r~ponsibility for providing documentation to the
Carlsbad Housing and Redevelopment Director that proves an alternate land use, as
identified by the property owner, existed as of November l, 1991.
If the "original use", conforms to the Land Use Plan identified within this Manual, the:
use may continue without any further requirement to obtain a redevelopment permit
regardless of whether or not it meets all current development standards set forth for th
Area by this Manual. Expansion or intensification of the "original use", however, may
still generate a need for redevelopment and/or coastal development permits. Tbe
property owner may also be required to obtain appropriate building permit(s) for
improvements to the property which are necessary or required to ensure conformance'.
to applicable building codes for the type of use existing within any given building a-;
of November I, 1991.
If the "original use" does.!!!?! conform to the Land Use Plan identified within this
Manual, the use may cootinue until one or more of the previously identified cooditions
exist, then the propeny must be brought into conformance with existing regulations. A
change to another non-conforming use will not be permitted. If a propeny owner
changed from an "original use" to another use (conforming or non-conforming) after
November 1, 1991 but did not obtain appropriate redevelopment permits, the property
owner will be required to comply with existing regulations and obtain the appropriate
redevelopment and/or building permits. If the Design Review Board determines that
the property owner is unable to meet the existing regulations and has exhau,;ted alJ
avenues to legalize the non-conforming use and obtain the appropriate redevelopment
and/or building permits to convert an "original use" to a new, conforming use, per the
Land Use Plan within this Manual, the property owner will be allowed , with approval
of the Design Review Board via issuance of a minor redevelopment permit, to return
the use of the property to the •original use" regardless of whether or not the .,original
use" itself conforms to the Land Use Plan~ this is the only situation whereby a property
owner will be able to convert to a non-conforming use. No expansion or intensification
of the "original use", however, will be permitted for a non-conforming use. With
approval of the subject minor redevelopment permit, the Design Review Board will
identifity an amortization period for the non-conforming use. This means that at the
end of the amortization period set forth by the Design Review Board, the "original
use" (non-confonning) must be brought into conformance with the existing land use
plan and development standards applicable to the area .
Special Opportunities
\s a part of the planning studies leading to the
✓illagc Master Plan and Design Manual, a number
>f specific sites were studied to provide the basis
or establishing appropriate development intensities,
Jacking requirements and design guidelines to
1chieve a Village scale and character. Figure 4
provides a map which identifies the location of the
sites studied. as special opportunity areas.
Each site identified in Figure 4 represents a special
development opportunity which is consistent with
the Village's market potential. However, there is
no intention to require the development of these
specific sites in the manner shown. Rather, the
material contained in the following pages should be
considered by property owners and potential
developers as reflective of the type and scale of
development desired in the Village.
On the following pages, a description of the special
opportunity project identified for the site shown in
Figure 4 is provided for review and consideration.
The conceptual project design provides an example
of the type of design which has been detennined to
be desirable for the Village.
SPBCIAL OPPORTUIIZTIBS
Railroa~ right-of-
way mixed use
Multi-family
bo~ing
D Residential
mixed use
Rail station/ C
Specialty center ----,;-e-t-tttt~~~:i,r,ii~H:9
Tourist hotel
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mixed use
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Special Opportu11ities
Tourist Hotel
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Ground Floor Retail and
Restaurants
• Visual Terminus to Carlsbad
Village Drive Entry.
• Special Carlsbad Village Drive
Activity and Pedestrian Edge .
• Pedestrian link lo the Ocean
• Below Grade Parking
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Special Opportunities
Museum Center
B
• New Carlsbad History Muscwn
with Grand Avenue Entry
• Alt Karlsbad Retention
Bed and Breakfast Inn
• Grom1d Floor Retail and
Restaurants
• Paiking SCIUCCW'C with Ground
Floor Retail uses
• Pedoslrian Amenities along Grand
Avenue
• Museum/Inn Garden
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Rail Station Specialty
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• Retail Shops and Restaurants
• Professional Offices
• Commercial Service Shops
• Passageway Between State Strr.ct
and Rail Station
• Fountains and Plazas
• Future Expansion along Grand
Avenue
SPBCXAL OPPORTOJT.[TXBS
Special Opportunities
Residential Mixed Use
D
• Multi-Family Residential Units
• Ground Floor Retail
• Restaurant
• Views of Buena Vista Lagoon
• Below Grade Parking
Commercial Intensification
E
• Development Additions near Alley
• Interior Block Courtyards
• Outdoor Dining
• Retail and Service Shops
•
Pedeslrian Passageways from
State Street
Parking Relocated to Public Lots
• Alley Service Access
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Special Opportunities
Commercial Mixed Use
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• Ground Floor Commercial
• Upper Level Residential Units
• Residential Courtyards
• Easy Access to Commuter Rail
Station
• North State Street Residential
Entry
• Garage Parking on Alley
SPBC:UU. OPPORTOJn:TXBS
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Special Opportunities
• Office Infill
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• Small Buildings near Street
• Parking near Alley
• Entry porches
• Pitched Roofs
• Partial Parking in Public Lots
• Potential Below Grade Parking
SPBCIAL OPPOll'l'OIIX'l'IBS
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Residential Protect Of'I
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Highly Danable
Shared City/Rd hiking
Structi.re Opllon of
Daycant Center
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Rail Road Right of Way
Mixed Use
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• Multi-Family Residential Units
• Outdoor Recreation Space
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Shared VilJage and Commuter
Rail Parking Facilities
Potential Child Care Center
SPBCXAL OPPORTDJIXTXBS
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Special Opportunities
Residential Infill
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• Cottage-type units
• Garage Parking
• Garden Units
• Porches Facing the Street
SPBCXAL OPPORTIJJIXT:tBS
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Ground Floor Commercial Potential
Below Structure Parking
Easy Access to Commuter Rail Station
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Single or Multi-screen Cinema
Theatre Rehabilitation or New Facility
Strong Support for Village Nighttime Uses
Perfonning Arts Theatre Potential
Joint Utili:z.ation of Public Parking
Special Opportu11ities
Other Opportunities
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DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Regulatory Framework
Village Redevelopment Zone {VR)
All properties within the Carlsbad Village Redevelopment Area are zoned V-R
Village Redevelopment Zone (per Chapter 21.35 of the City of Carlsbad Zoning
Ordinance). The boundaries of the Village Redevelopment Area are shown on
Figure 5 (page 3-2). Land uses and development standards are hereby
established by this Village Design Manual upon approval of the Housing and
Redevelopment Commission. •
For development standards and other regulations which are not specifically
identified within this Village Master Plan and Design Manual, the appropriate
reference document shall be the current Carlsbad Municipal Code.
Village Area Redevelopment Plan
All development within the Village Redevelopment Area is regulated by the
Carlsbad Village Area Redevelopment Plan. This Ma&ter Plan and Design
Manual implements the fundamental Land Use Plan set forth in that Plan.
Uniform Building Code
1ne Uniform Building Code shall be the appropriate reference document for
identifying the appropriate building standards for all buildings to be constructed,
renovated or rehabilitated within the Village Redevelopment Arca. Applicants
should consult with the City's Building Depanment to identify the sections of
the building codes which shall be applicable to any project within the Village
Redevelopment Area. See Title 18 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code for Building
Codes and Regulations.
Local Coastal Program
Non-exempt Development on properties located within the Coastal Zone
requires a Coastal Development Permit issued by the Carlsbad Redevelopment
Agency/City of Carlsbad (depending on whether the project is located within the
Coastal Zone but not in the Redevelopment Area, or within both the
Redevelopment Area and the Coastal Zone). The boundaries of the Coastal
Zone within the Village Redevelopment Area are shown on· Figure 5 (page 3-2).
'The Village Master Plan and Design Manual, the Carlsbad Village Area
Redevelopment Plan, together with their implementing ordinances and the
Manual of Policies and Procedures constitute the Local Coastal Program for the
Village Redevelopment Area. 'These documents shall establish the standards for
all development within the Village Area of the Coastal Zone.
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Policies and Procedures Manual
From time to time, the Carlsbad Housing and Redevelopment Commission may
also establish policies and procedures which must be adhered to for
development and/or other activities within the Village Redevelopment Area.
These policies and procedures shall be adopted by the Com~ion and included
within a "Housing and Redevelopment Commission Policies and Procedures
Manual." When these policies and procedures impact any development and/or
activities located on properties within the Coastal Zone, the policies and
procedures must be approved by the Coastal Commission or its executive
director prior to becoming effective within the Coastal Zone.
Development Standards
This Development Standards section is divided into two (2) parts. The first pa.rt
outlines "Universal Standards" which are applicable to all projects within the
Village Redevelopment Area, regardless of district location. 'The second pa.rt
outlines the "Individual Standards" for each Land Use District; these standards
will differ from district to district and will be applied according to the location
of the proposed development and/or activity.
Variances
Variances to development standards set forth within this Village Master Plan
and Design Manual document shall be processed according to regulations
established within Section 21.35.130 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code.
Non-Confom1ing Uses
The provisions set forth for non-confom1ing uses within this Village Master
Plan and Design Manual document shall supersede regulations set forth within
the Carlsbad Municipal Code. See Chapter 2 (page 2-65) of this document for
information related to regulations for non-confom1ing uses in the Village
Redevelopment Area. Chapter 2 provides regulations regarding 1) the continued
operation of a non-conforming use; and 2) the conditions upon which a property
owner can return to an "original use" of the propeny, even if it determined to be
non-conforming under the Land Use Plan set forth within·this Manual.
Code Enforcement
For the purposes of code enforcement as related to the regulations set forth by
this Village Master Plan and Design Manual, Tide 21 of the Carlsbad
Municipal Code shall serve as the applicable regulations in terms of procedures
and due process.
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F. I l \ h" h : l d' th / igure 5 provides two maps w 1c m icate e
coastal zone boundaries for the Village
Redevelopment Area. The shaded area indicates the
coastal zone. All non-exempt development on -
properties within the Coastal Zone will require
approval of a coastal development permit.
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Fipre 5. Village Redevelopment Area Boundaries and Coastal Zone
Boundaries
Figure S. Village Redevelopment Area Boundaries, Land Use
District Boundaries and Coastal Zone Boundaries (shaded area).
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UNIVERSAL STANDARDS
These standards are
applicable to all
development in the
Village.
GENERAL PLAN:
All redevelopment projects
must be consistent with
all General Plan policies,
goals, and action
programs.
RESIDENTIAL DENSITY:
The applicable General
Plan residential density
designation shall be
determined for each
project based upon
compatibility findings
with surrounding area.
Maximum project density
may not exceed the Growth
Management Control Point
for the applicable density
designation unless a
density increase or bonus
is granted in accordance
with Chapters 21.53 and
21.86 of the Carlsbad
Municipal Code.
The Village Redevelopment
Area is exempt from
Council Policy No. 43
which regulates and/or
prioritizes the use of
excess dwelling units
throughout the City.
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT:
Residential units proposed
for separate ownership
shall comply with the
development standards and
design criteria set forth
by Planned Development
Ordinance, Chapter 21.45
of the Carlsbad Municipal
Code.
INCLUSIONARY HOUSING
REQUIREMENTS:
All residential projects
including the conversion
of apartments to airspace
condominiums are subject
to the City's Inclusionary
Housing Ordinance, Chapter
21.85 of the Carlsbad
Municipal Code,and those
requirements imposed by
Redevelopment Law.
Per Redevelopment Law, 15%
of the private housing
units constructed must be
affordable to low and
moderate income persons,
of which not less than .40%
(or 6% of the total units)
must be affordable to very
low income households.
Per City Ordinance, 15% of
the total housing units
constructed must be
affordable to low income
households. Projects
consisting of 6 or fewer
market rate units may pay
an in-lieu fee rather than
constructing a unit.
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UNIVERSAL STANDARDS
(Continued)
PARKING
New development and additions to existing
buildings within the Village Redevelopment •
Area will be required to provide parking per
the standards contained within Chapter 5 of
this Village Master Plan and Design Manual.
Changes of use within an existing structure or
building may require additional parking if the
new use creates a parking demand greater
than the structure or building's previous use
or existing on-site parking spaces.
The Parking In-Lieu Fee Program described
in Chapter 6 may be available as an option
for property owners/tenants who are unable
to meet their on-site parking requirements.
Requests for variances from the on-site
parking requirements shall be processed as
set forth in Chapter 6 of this document.
BUILDING COVERAGE, BUILDING HEIGHT
AND BUILDING SETBACKS
The standards for building coverage, height
and setbacks are established individually
according to the applicable Land Use District
within the Village Redevelopment Area. See
the appropriate development standards
section for the applicable Land Use District to
identify the standards which apply to projects
within the area ..
Where a range is established for the subject
standard, the individual project standard may
be set anywhere within the range based on
findings that the project design or site
constraints justify the standard and subject to
the findings/criteria outlined below for each
type of standard noted.
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BUILDING COVERAGE:
In all cases where a range has been
established as the appropriate building
coverage standard within a given district, the
bottom of the range shall be considered the
desired standard. However, an increase in
the standard to the maximum, or anywhere
within the range, may be allowed if the
project warrants such an increase and
appropriate findings are made by the
authorized approving body/official.
The authorized approving body/official must
find that:
1. The increased standard will not have
an adverse impact on surrounding
properties.
2. The increased standard will assist in
developing a project which meets the
goals of the Village Redevelopment
Area and is consistent with the
objectives for the land use district in
which the project is to be located.
3. The reduced standard will assist in
creating a project design which is
interesting and visually appealing and
reinforces the Village character of the
area.
For approval of a building coverage standard
which is above the maximum for the subject
land use district, a variance must be
approved by the authorized approving
body/official. Variances shall be granted
according to the regulations set forth in
Section 21.35.130 of the Carlsbad Municipal
Code.
A variance for a building coverage standard
which exceeds the top of the range, or the
individual standard set forth, will be granted
only if the project meets one or more of the
following criteria:
1. The project is a mixed use project
which provides for residential living
units located in close proximity
(reasonable walking distance) to the
Village Commuter Rail Station.
2. The project is a hotel facility whose
scale, design and auxiliary facilities
are judged to be appropriate to the
Village.
3. The project is a residential project
providing a quality living environment
and where increased density would
not negatively impact adjacent
residential development.
4. The project provides for exceptional
public amenities in terms of site
design or facilities.
BUILDING HEIGHT:
The height standard for a building, or
buildings, within the Village Redevelopment
Area, is noted as a maximum within the
individual land use district development
standards. The height of a proposed
building may not exceed the standard set
forth for the given land use district, but it may
be set lower if deemed desirable for the
project. As a note, additional building height
• is permitted for all projects in all land use
districts for architectural features which are
designed as part of the project. For
information on architectural features which
are exempt from the height limit calculation,
see Section 21.46.20 of the Carlsbad
Municipal Code.
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UNIVERSAL STANDARDS
(Continued)
BUILDING HEIGHT (CONT.)
To exceed the maximum height standard set
forth within the development standards for a
given land use district, a variance must be
. granted by the appropriate approving
body/official for the project.
A variance for a height standard which
exceeds the standard set forth for a given
land use may be granted only if the project
meets one or more of the following criteria:
1. The increased height will be visually
compatible with surrounding
buildings.
2. The increased height will not unduly
impact nearby residential areas.
3. The taller project will not adversely
impact views.
4.
5.
The project will maintain a scale and
character compatible with the Village
and the guidelines contained within
this Village Master Plan and Design
Manual.
The project provides for'exceptional
design quality and is consistent with
the goals and objectives of the Village
Redevelopment Area,
SETBACKS:
In all cases where a range has been
established as the appropriate setback
standard within a given district, the top of the
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range shall be considered Jhe desired
standard. However, a reduction in the
standard to the minimum, or anywhere within
the range, may be allowed if the project
warrants such a reduction and appropriate
findings are made by the authorized
approving body/official.
The authorized approving body/official must
find that:
1. The reduced standard will not have an
adverse impact on surrounding
properties.
2.
3.
The reduced standard will assist in
developing a project which meets the
goals of the Village Redevelopment
Area and is consistent with the
objectives for the land use district in
which the project is to be located.
The reduced standard will assist in
creating a project design which is
interesting and visually appealing and
reinforces the Village character of the
area.
For approval of a setback standard which is
above the maximum or below the minimum·
for the subject land use district, a variance
must be approved by the authorized
approving body/official. Variances shall be
granted according to the regulations set forth
in Section 21.35.130 of the Carlsbad
Municipal Code.
A variance for a setback standard which
exceeds the top of the range, or the
individual standard set forth, will be granted
only if the project meets one or more of the
following criteria:
1. The project is in a location where
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3.
adjacent buildings are set back further
than the permitted standard (range),
adjacent buildings are likely to remain,
and setting the structure_ back to the
desired standard will maintain and
reinforce the Village character of the
area.
The project is in a location which is in
a transition area to residential
development and where increased
setbacks would soften the visual
transition between commercial and
residential development or would
protect the liveability of the residential
development.
Restaurant uses where a larger front
setback will be utilized for outdoor
dining space subject to approval by
the Design Review Board and/or
Housing and Redevelopment
Commission, whichever is the
appropriate approving body.
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District 1
The boundaries for District I are shown on the map
provided in Figure 6. This District has traditionally
been the Central Business District of Carlsbad.
Although shopping centers and other development
outside of the Village have drawn some uses away
from the area, the District I Village Center
continues to function as a strong retailing and
financial services core serving city residents as well
as tourists and regional visitors. The intent of land
use standards for this district is to reinforce the
pedestrian shopping environ-ment, encourage
mutually supportive uses and provide a major
activity focus for Carlsbad Village and the City as a •
whole. Retail shopping continuity, local serving
commercial shops, stores and restaurants as well as
facilities and services for travellers in the coastal
zone are emphasiz.ed.
DEVELOPMENT
STANDARDS
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CARLSBAD VILLAGE CENTER
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DISTRICT 1 -CARLSBAD VILLAGE
CENTER
Following are the individual development
standards which have been set forth for
all projects to developed within District 1
of the Village Redevelopment Area ..
Please see the "Universal Standards"
section of this Chapter for information on
variances and criteria to be used in setting
the standards for individual projects when
a range is set forth for the subject
standard.
SETBACKS:
Front: 0 to 10 feet maximum
Side: No minimum or maximum
setback requirement
Rear: No minimum or maximum
setback requirement
Exception: Parking lots must be set back
·a minimum of 5 feet from any property
line for landscaping purposes.
OPEN SPACE:
A minimum of 20% of property must be
maintained as open space. The open space
must be devoted to landscaped pedestrian
amenities in accordance with the City of
Carlsbad's Landscape Manual. Open
Space may be dedicated to landscaped
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planters, open space pockets and/or
connections. roof gardens. balconies.
patios and/or outdoor eating areas. No
parking spaces or aisles are pennitted in
the open space.
BUILDING COVERAGE:
Commercial:
Mixed Use:
Residential:
80% to 100%
60% to 80%
60% to 80%
BUILDING HEIGHT:
35' maximum with minimum 5: 12 roof
pitch.
45' for non-residential projects greater
than 1.5 acres and providing a minimum
7: 12 roof pitch.
PARKING REQUIREMENTS:
See Chapter 6 of the Village Design
Manual for list of parking requirements
by land use.
District is located within Zone 1 of the
In-Lieu Fee Parking Program which
means that properties within the District
may be allowed to meet a portion of their
on-site parking requirement by paying a
fee.
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The details of the In-Lieu Fee Parking
• Program option for meeting on-site
parking requirements are outlined in
Chapter 6 of this Manual.
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District 2
The boundaries of District 2 are shown on the map
provided in Figure 7. District 2 contains a mixture
of commercial uses and is strongly pedestrian-
oriented as a continuation of the Village Center
(District 1) in terms of building scale and
character. Existing residential uses will be phased
out of the district over time. Buildings will be set
back from the sidewalk in a landscaped lawn setting
and any on-site parking will be located adjacent to
alleys and away from street frontages.
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DISTRICT 2 -OFFICE SUPPORT
AREA
Following are the individual development
standards which have been set forth for
all projects to developed within District 2
of the Village Redevelopment Area ..
Please see the "Universal Standards"
section of this Chapter for infonnation on
variances and criteria to be used in setting
the standards for individual projects when
a range is set forth for the subject
standard.
SETBACKS:
Front: 5 -15 feet
Side; S -10 feet
10 feet minimum, street side
Rear: 5 -10 feet
OPEN SPACE:
A minimum of 20% of property must be
maintained as open space. The open space
must be devoted to landscaped pedestrian
amenities in accordance with the City of
Carlsbad's Landscape Manual. Open
Space may be dedicated to landscaped
planters, open space pockets and/or
connections, roof gardens, balconies,
patios and/or outdoor eating areas. No
parking spaces or aisles are permitted in
the open space.
BUILDING COVERAGE:
All projects: 60 to 80%
BUILDING HEIGHT:
35' with minimum 5: 12 roof pitch.
45' for non-residential projects greater
than 1.5 acres and providing a minimum
7:12 roof pitch.
PARKING REQUIREMENTS:
See Chapter 6 of the Village Design
Manual for list of parking requirements
by land use.
District is located within Zone 2 of the
In-Lieu Fee Parking Program which
means that properties within the District
may be allowed to meet a portion of their
on-site parking requirement by paying a
fee.
The details of the In-Lieu Fee Parking
Program option for meeting on-site
parking requirements are outlined in
Chapter 6 of this Manual.
OTHER MISCELLANEOUS
REQUIREMENTS:
No outdoor storage is permitted within
this District Display of products outdoors
must be consistent with standards set
forth within this Design Manual or
policies established by the Housing and
Redevelopment Commission.
Existing residential structures converted to
commercial purposes must be brought
into conformance with Title 18 of the
Carlsbad Municipal Code.
Any lot proposed for non-residential
development which adjoins an existing
residential lot shall have a solid masonry
wall installed along common lot lines.
Also any non-residential development
constructed on Oak A venue shall be
designed in a manner which respects the
area's residential character.
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The boundaries for District 3 are shown on the map
provided in Figure 8. District 3 comprises the
easterly entry to Carlsbad Village from Interstate
Highway S. The district is, and will continue to be,
the location of traveler services normally associated
with urban freeway interchanges. In addition, land
uses will include other convenience services to
meet the needs of the broader Carlsbad community ..
DEVELOPMENT
STANDARDS
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FREEWAY COMMERCIAL SUPPORT
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DISTRICT 3 -FREEWAY
COMMERCIAL SUPPORT AREA
Following are the individual development
standards which have been set forth for
all projects to developed within District 3
of the Village Redevelopment Area ..
Please see the ''Uni versa I Standards"
section of this Chapter for information on
variances and criteria to be used in setting
the standards for individual projects when
a range is set forth for the subject
standard.
SETBACKS:
Front: 5 -20 feet.
Side: . 5 feet minimum , Commercial
10 feet minimum, if adjacent to
existing residential use.
Rear: 5 -10 feet
No parking in front or rear set-backs;
these areas must be maintained for
landscaping only.
OPEN SPACE:
A minimum of 20% of property must be
maintained as open space. The open space
must be devoted to landscaped pedestrian
amenities in accordance with the City of
Carlsbad's Landscape Manual. Open
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Space may be dedicated to landscaped
planters, open space pockets and/or
connections, roof gardens, balconies,
patios and/or outdoor eating areas. No
parking spaces or aisles are pennitted in
the open space.
BUILDING COVERAGE:
All projects: 60 -80%
BUILDING HEIGHT:
35' with minimum 5: 12 roof pitch.
45' for non-residential projects greater
than 1.5 acres and providing a minimum
7: 12 roof pitch.
PARKING REQUIREMENTS:
See Chapter 6 of the Village Design
Manual for list of parking requirements
by land use.
District is located within Zone 2 of the
In-Lieu Fee Parking Program which
means that properties within the District
may be allowed to meet a portion of their
on-site parking requirement by paying a
fee.
The details of the In-Lieu Fee Parking
Program option for meeting on-site
parking requirements are outlined in
Chapter 6 of this Manual.
OTHER MISCELLANEOUS
REQUIREMENTS:
No outdoor storage is pennitted within
this District. Display of products outdoors
• must be consistent with standards set
forth within this Design Manual or
policies established by the Housing and
Redevelopment Commi~on.
Existing residential structures convened to
commercial purposes must be brought
into conformance with Title 18 of the
Carlsbad Municipal Code.
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District 4
The boundaries for District 4 arc shown on the map
provided in Figure 9. District 4 has in the past been
a commercial service and light industrial area
featuring automotive repair, building services and
other uses characterized by low levels of investment
in buildings, large exterior service and storage
areas and a significant amount of visual
deterioration. The intent of current land use policy
is to provide for a gradual transition in this district
to a mix of higher quality commercial and
residential uses which will provide positive suppon
for the District I Village Center and reinforce the
Village area nonh of Beech Street as a quality
residential neighborhood.
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RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT
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DISTRICT 4 -RESIDENTIAL
SUPPORT AREA
Following are the individual development
standards which have been set forth for
all projects to developed within District 4
of the Village Redevelopment Area ..
Please see the "Universal Standards"
section of this Chapter for infonnatioh on
variances and criteria to be used in setting
the standards for individual projects when
a range is set forth for the subject
standard.
SETBACKS:
Front: 0-10 feet
Side: 5 -l O feet
Rear: 5 -10 fee
No parking in rear setback, except for
properties on the west side of State Street;
this area is primarily to be used for
landscaping purposes only.
OPEN SPACE:
A minimum of 20% of property must be
maintained as open space. The open space
must be devoted to landscaped pedestrian
amenities in accordance with the City of
Carlsbad's Landscape Manual. Open
Space may be dedicated to landscaped
planters, open space pockets and/or
connections, roof gardens. balconies,
patios and/or outdoor eating areas. No
parking spaces or aisles are permitted in
the open space.
BUILDING COVERAGE:
All projects:
Residential:
Mixed Use:
80 to 90%
60 to 80%
60 to 80%
BUILDING HEIGHT:
35' with minimum 5: 12 roof pitch.
45' for non-residential projects greater
than 1.S acres and providing a minimum
7:12 roof pitch.
PARKING REQUIREMENTS:
See Olapter 6 of the Village Design
Manual for list of parking requirements
by land use.
District is located within Zone 2 of the
In-Lieu Fee Parking Program which
means that properties within the District
may be allowed to meet a portion of their
on-site parking requirement by paying a
fee.
The details of the In-Lieu Fee Parking
Program option for meeting on-site
parking requirements are outlined in
Olapter 6 of this Manual.
OTHER MISCELLANEOUS
REQUIREMENTS:
No outdoor storage is permitted within
this District. Display of products outdoors
must be consistent with standards set
forth within this Design Manual or
policies established by the Housing and
Redevelopment Commission.
Existing residential structures convened to
commercial purposes must be brought
into conformance with Title 18 of the
Carlsbad Municipal Code.
Any lot proposed for non-residential
development which adjoins an existing
residential lot shall have a solid masonry
wall installed along common lot lines.
Also any non-residential development
constructed shall be designed in a manner
which respects the area's residential
character.
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District 5
The boundaries of District 5 are shown in the map
provide in Figure IO. District 5 will continue as a
mixed use area related to the District 1 Village
Center while also serving the special needs of the
adjacent Barrio neighborhood.
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
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HISPANIC MIXED USE SUPPORT
DISTRICT 5 -HISPANIC MIXED USE ,
SUPPORT AREA
Following are the individual development
standards which have been set fonh for
all projects to developed within District 5
of the Village Redevelopment Area.
Please see the "Universal Standards"
section of this Otapter for information on
variances and criteria to be used in setting
the standards for individual projects when
a range is set fonh for the subject
standard.
SETBACKS:
Front: 5 -20 feet , residential
S -10 feet, commercial
Side: 5 -10 feet
Rear: 5 -10 feet
No parking in front or rear setback; this
area is to be used primarily for
landscaping purposes only.
OPEN SPACE:
A minimum of 20% of property must be
maintained as open space. The open space
must be devoted to land.sea ped pedestrian
amenities in accordance with the City of
Carlsbad's Landscape Manual. Open
Space may be dedicated to landscaped
planters, open space pockets and/or
connections, roof gardens, balconies,
patios and/or outdoor eating areas. No
parking spaces or aisles are permitted in
the open space.
BUILDING COVERAGE:
All projects: 60 to 80%
BUI~DING HEIGHT:
30' feet maximum with a minimum 4:12
roof pitch.
Due to the fact that this District is located
in the Barrio Carlsbad neighborhood,
special scrutiny will be given to any
requests for exceptions to the height
restrictions. In most cases, additional
height will be granted only if there are no
objections from the barrio community,
business and/or residential.
PARKING REQUIREMENTS:
See Chapter 6 of the Village Design
Manual for list of parking requirements
by land use.
District is located within Zone 2 of the
In-Lieu Fee Parking Program which
means that properties within the District
• may be allowed to meet a portion of their
on-site parking requirement by paying a
fee.
The details of the In-Lieu Fee Parking
Program option for meeting on-site
parking requirements are outlined in
Chapter 6 of this Manual.
OTHER MISCELLANEOUS
REQUIREMENTS:
Access to parking will not be allowed
from Roosevelt Street unless no other
access is available.
No outdoor storage is permitted within
this District. Display of products outdoors
must be consistent with standards set
forth within this Design Manual or
policies established by the Housing and
Redevelopment Commission.
Existing residential structures converted to
commercial purposes must be brought
into confonnance with Title 18 of the
Carlsbad Municipal Code.
Any lot proposed for non-residential
development which adjoins an existing
residential lot shall have a solid masonry
wall installed along common lot lines.
Also any non-residential development
constructed shall be designed in a manner
which respects the area's transitional or
residential character. •
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Distrid 6
The boundaries of District 6 are shown in the map
provided in Figure 11. District 6 bas traditionally
functioned as a light industrial area with an
emphasis upon automotive towing, repair and
detailing uses. Other !Juilding services and light
industrial activities have also occupied large parcels
in the area. Land uses of this type will be allowed
to continue in the area with some limitations to
better integrate them into the surrounding Village
environment. However, as economics begins to
plays its role in the area, this area may begin to
transition into a mon: commercial retail and
business area much different from the industrial
land uses. The land use plan within this document
allows for the gradual transition of the area into
uses which wiil be more compatible with the
residential character of the Barrio neighborhood.
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
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SERVICE COMMERCIAL SUPPORT
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DISTRICT 6 -SERVICE
COMMERCIAL SUPPORT AREA
Following are the individual development
standards which have been set forth for
all projects to developed within District 6
of the Village Redevelopment Area.
Please see the "Universal Standards"
se~tion of this Chapter for information on
variances and criteria to be used in setting
the standards for individual projects when
a range is set forth for the subject
standard.
SETBACKS:
Front: 5 -20 feet
Side: 5 -10 feet
Rear: 5 -10 feet'
No parking in front setbacks; this area is
to be used primarily for landscaping
purposes ..
OPEN SPACE:
A minimum of 20% of property must be
maintained as open space. The open space
must be devoted to landscaped pedestrian
amenities in accordance with the City of
Carlsbad's Landscape Manual. Open
Space may be dedicated to landscaped
planters, open space pockets and/or
coMections, roof gardens, balconies,
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patios and/or outdoor eating areas. No
parking spaces or aisles are permitted in
the open space.
BUILDING COVERAGE:
All Projects: 50 to 80%
BUILDING HEIGHT:
35' feet with a minimum 5: 12 roof pitch.
PARKING REQUIREMENTS:
See Chapter 6 of the Village Design
Manual for list of parking requirements
by land use.
District is located within Zone 2 of the
In-Lieu Fee Parking Program which
· means that properties within the District
may be allowed to meet a portion of their
on-site parking requirement by paying a
fee.
The details of the In-Lieu Fee Parking
Program option for meeting on-site
parking requirements are outlined in
Otapter 6 of this Manual.
OTHER MISCELLANEOUS
REQUIREMENTS:
Existing residential structures converted to
commercial purposes must be brought
into conformance with Title 18 of the
• Carlsbad Mwiicipal Code.
Use of railroad right-of-way for structures
or parking will only be allowed subject to
provisions for future public acce~ along
the right-of-way, conditions of approval
related to future use or a determination by
the City that provisions for future public
use are not needed.
Existing automotive and light industrial
uses in District 6 will be allowed to
remain. If a land use change is proposed,
the new land use must conform with this
Village Master Plan and Design Manual.
All city ordinances related to health and
safety will be strictly enforced.
Owners of existing uses on Tyler Street
will be encouraged to relocate parking
areas away from street frontages where
possible and to improve the appearance of
their properties through landscaping and
exterior building improvements.
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District 7
The boundaries of District 7 are shown in the map
provided as Figure 12. District 7 accommodates
professional and medical offices contained in new
structures and convened residences.
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
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OFFICE SUPPORT
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DISTRICT 7-OFFICE SUPPORT AREA
Following are the individual development
standards which have been set forth for
all projects to developed within District 7
of the Village Redevelopment Area.
Please see the "Universal Standards"
section of this Chapter for information on
variances and criteria to be used in setting
the standards for individual projects when
a range is set forth for .the subject
standard.
SETBACKS:
Front: 5 to 20 feet
Side: 5 to 10 feet
Rear: S to 10 feet
No parking in rear setback; this area is
for landscaped purposes only. No parking
in front setback.
OPEN SPACE:
A minimum of 20% of property must be
maintained as open space. The open space
must be devoted to landscaped pedestrian
amenities in accordance with the City of
Carlsbad's Landscape Manual. Open
Space may be dedicated to landscaped
planters, open space pockets and/or
connections. roof gardens, balconies,
patios and/or outdoor eating areas. No
parking spaces or aisles are pennitted in
the open space.
MAXIMUM BUILDING COVERAGE:
All projects: 60 to 80%
MAXIMUM BUILDII~G HEIGHT:
35' feet with a minimum 5:12 roof pitch.
PARKING REQUIREMENTS:
See Otapter 6 of the Village Design
Manual for list of parking requirements
by land use ..
District is located within Zone 2 of the
In-Lieu Fee Parking Program which
means that properties within the District
may be allowed to meet a portion of their·
on-site parking requirement by paying a
fee.
The details of the In-Lieu Fee Parking
Program option for meeting on-site
parking requirements are outlined in
Chapter 6 of this Manual.
OTHER MISCELLANEOUS
REQUIREMENTS:
No outdoor storage is pennitted within
this District Display of products outdoors
must be consistent with standards set
forth within this Design Manual or
policies established by the Housing and
Redevelopment Commission.
Existing residential structures converted to
commercial purposes must be brought
into conformance with Title 18 of the
Carlsbad Municipal Code.
Any lot proposed for non-residential
development which adjoins an existing
residential lot shall have a solid masonry
wall installed along common l~t lines.
Also, any non-residential development
constructed shall be designed in a mamer
which respects the area's residential
character.
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District 8
The boundaries of District 8 are shown in the map
provided as Figure 13. District 8 contains
predominantly residential uses with some existing
professional and medical offices. The area is
intended to be a relatively dense urban residential
neighborhood with a village scale and character.
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
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RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT
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DISTRICT 8 -RESIDENTIAL
SUPPORT AREA
Following are the individual development
standards which have been set forth for
all projects to developed within District 8
of the Village Redevelopment Area.
Please see the #Universal Standards"
section of this Olapter for information on
variances and criteria to be used in setting
the standards for individual projects when
a range is set forth for the subject
standard.
SETBACKS:
Front: 5 to 15 feet
Side: IO% of lot width
5 to IO feet, street side
Rear: 5 to 10 feet
Open entry porches may extend into the
front setback. Parking is not allowed in
front ya rd setback.
OPEN SPACE:
A minimum of 20% of property must be
maintained as open space. The open space
must be devoted to landscaped pedestrian
amenities in accordance with the City of
Carlsbad's Landscape Manual. Open
Space may be dedicated to landscaped
planters, open space pockets and/or
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connections, roof gardens, balconies,
patios and/or outdoor eating areas. No
parking spaces or aisles are permitted in
the open space.
BUILDING COVERAGE:
All Projects: 60 to 80%
BUILDING HEIGHT:
35' feet with a minimum 5: 12 roof pitch.
PARKING REQUIREMENTS:
See Chapter 6 of the Village Design
Manual for list of parking requirements
by land use.
District is located within Zone 2 of the
In-Lieu Fee Parking Program which
means that properties within the District
may be allowed to meet a portion of their
on-site parking requirement by paying a
fee.
The details of the In-Lieu Fee Parking
Program option for meeting on-site
parking requirements are outlined in
Olapter 6 of this Manual.
OTHER MISCELLANEOUS
REQUIREMENTS:
No outdoor storage is permitted within
this District. Display of products outdoors
must be consistent with standards set
forth within this Design Manual or
policies established by the Housing and
Redevelopment Commission.
Existing residential structures converted to
commercial purposes must be brought
into conformance with Title 18 of the
Carlsbad Municipal Code.
Any lot proposed for non-residential
development which adjoins an existing
residential lot shall have a solid masonry
wall installed along common lot lines.
Also, any non-residential development
constructed shall be designed in a manner
which respects the area's residential
character.
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District 9
The boundaries of District 9 are shown in the map
provided in Figure 14. District 9 will continue to
provide a wide mix of uses with an emphasis upon
facilities, goods and services to tourists and
regional visitors traveling along the coast. High
quality hotels, time share residential condominiums,
restaurants and retail shops will be emphasized.
Additional institutional uses such as schools,
professional care facilities and churches will be
discouraged within this area. Those institutional
uses which currently exist will be allowed to
remain with legislative approval of a Master Plan
for the use and related site(s).
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
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TOURISM SUPPORT
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DISTRICT 9 -TOURISM SUPPORT
AREA
Following are the individual development
standards which have been set forth for
all projects to developed within District 9
of the Village Redevelopment Area.
Please see the "Universal Standards"
section of this Chapter for information on
variances and criteria to be used in setting
the standards for individual projects when
a range is set forth for the subject
standard.
SETBACKS:
Front: 5 to 20 feet
Side: 5 to 10 feet
Rear: 5 to i 5 feet
No parking will be allowed in the front
setback; this area is to primarily be lL'iCd
for lan<:hicaping purposes ..
OPEN SPACE:
A minimum of 20% of property must be
maintained as open space. The open space
must be devoted to landscaped pedestrian
amenities in accordance with the City of
Carlsbad's Landscape Manual. Open
Space may be dedicated to landscaped
planters, open space pockets and/or
connections, roof gardens, balconies,
patios and/or outdoor eating areas. No
parking spaces or aisles are pennined in .
the open space.
BUILDING COVERAGE:
Commercial:
Mixed Use:
80 to 100%
60 to 80%
BUILDING HEIGHT:
35' feet with a minimum 5: 12 roof pitch.
45' for projects greater than 1.5 acres in
area providing a minimum of 7:12 roof
pitch.
PARKING REQUIREMENTS:
See Chapter 6 of the Village Design
Manual for list of parking requirements
by land use.
Di~1rict is located within Zone 2 of the
In-Lieu Fee Parking Program which
means that properties within the District
may be allowed to meet a portion of their
on-site parking requirement by paying a
fee.
The details of the In-Lieu Fee Parking
Program option for meeting on-site
parking requirements are outlined in
Chapter 6 of this Manual.
OTHER MISCELLANEOUS
REQUIREMENTS:
No outdoor storage is permitted within
this District. Display of products outdoors
will be permitted within this District if it
is consistent with standards set forth
within this Design Manual or policies
established by the Housing and
Redevelopment Commi~on.
Existing residential structures converted to
commercial purposes must be brought
into conformance with Title 18 of the
Carlsbad Municipal Code.
Any lot proposed for non-residential
development which adjoins an existing
residential lot shall have a solid masonry
wall installed along common lot lines.
For Army/Navy Academy and Carlsbad
by the Sea Retirement Home, a tong
range master plan must be approve4i prior
to the issuance of any permits for
improvements and additions to existing
facilities. All future changes must
conform to this approved Master Plan, or
as amended by the original approving
body.
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DESIGN GUIDELINES
Basic Design Principles
A Vi/loge scale and character will be empha.tized
for all future d_evelopment and property impro,•e-·
ments to reinforce Carl-,had Village's uniquene.f..f,
enhance its image as a shopping and entertain•
me11t de.ttination and impro,•e its livability u.,; a
mixed use residential e.m·ironment.
Ten basic design principles will be utilized in the
· design review process for property imprcJ11ements
and new construction in the Village. The Design
Review Board must be satisfied that the applicant
. has made an honest effort to conform to each of
the.ft principles.
I. DEVELOPMENT SHALL HA VE AN OVER·
ALL INFORMAL CHARACTER.
2. ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SHALL
EMPHASIZE VARIETY AND DIVERSITY.
3. DEVEWPMENT SHALL BE SMALL IN
SCALE.
4. INTENSITY OF DEVELOPMENT SHALL BE
ENCOURAGED.
5 . ALL DEVELOPMENT SHALL HAVE A
STRONG RELATIONSHIP TO THE STREET.
6. A STRONG EMPHASIS SHALL BE PLACED
ON THE DESIGN OF GROUf'ID FLOOR
FACADES.
7. BUILDINGS SHALL BE ENRICHED WITH
ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES AND
DETAIU.
8. LANDSCAPING SHALL BE AN IMPORTANT
COMPONENT OF THE ARCHITECTURAL
DESIGN.
9. . PARKING SHALL BE VISUALLY SUBORDI-
NATED.
10. SIGNAGE SHALL BE APPROPRIATE TO A
VILLAGE CHARACTER.
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Provide a Variety of Setbacks along any single
commercial block front
Varied setbacks wiil provide a desired informality
and diversity of appeara11ce and will allow for
special landscaping. The range of setbacks along
a frontage need not be great and need not be
applied along any single parcel frontage.
2
Pro,·ide benches and low walls along public
pedestrian frontages.
Places for people to rest briefly or wait for friends
can both encourage longer shopping trip to the
Village and express the feeli11g that Village
merchants care about tl,e comfort and convenience
nf their cu.ttomer.r.
3
Maintain Retail Continuity along Pedestrian-
oriented frontages
The pedestrian shopping experience should not be
imerrupted by parking lots, blank walls or no11-
contrihuting uses.
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Site Planning
4
Avoid Drive-Through Service Uses
Drive-through windows for banks. fast
food restaurants and similar uses take
up valuable Village land area and
create potential pedestrian/vehicular
conflicts.
DESIGN GUIDELINES
Site Pla11ni11g
COMMERCIAL ➔!--<--RES-ID_ENI1AL __
MOCEDUSE I
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Minimize Privacy Loss for Adja-
cent Residential Uses
Placement of windows a11d trash
areas should be sensitive to any
adjacent residential units, outdoor
dining areas or pedestrian areas.
DESIGN GUIDELINES
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Encourage off-street courtyards accessible from
major pedestrian walkways
Courtyards can enrich the Village etll'iro11me111
providing more businesses (e.g., art galleries a11d
restaurants) and personal services (e.g .. beauty u11d
nail salom;) conveniently located 11ear the greatest
inte11sity of pedestrian shopping activity.
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Emphasize an abundance of landscaping planted
to create an informal character .
Like its architecture, the Village landscaping should
be informal in character with a great deal of variety
a11d diversity. Lt,ndscaping wilhill each parcel should
he personalized to the :,pecifics of the building and
site. Colorfuljlowers in plamer boxes and pots, in
planting beds, on trellises and on flowering trees will
add to the richness of the visual environment a11d to
the unique living and marketing image sought fur the
Village. All landscapi11g includingrequired irrigation
systems must conform to the City's adopted Landc;cape
Ma11ual.
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Treat structures as individual buildings set within
a landscaped green space.
Exceplions: Buildings fronting on:
• Carlsbad Village Dri,1e
• Slate Street
• Grand Avenue
• Carlsbad Blvd. between Carlsbad Village D,fre
and Grand A,•enue
• Roosevelt Street (West Side)
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PrHide landscaping within surf ace parking
lots.
Trees in additio11 to perimeter landscaping should
be provided within parking lots at a ratio of one
for every four parking stalls. Trees may be
clustered in concentrated planting areas to break
up large parking lot surfaces.
2
Provide access 10 parking areas from alleys
wherever possible.
Access from adjacent alleys will allow more of the
.'tile to be devoted It> /a11Jscaping and will minimize
conflicts betwee11 pedestrians and vehicles.
3
Locate parking at the rear of lots.
Parking area.f behind buildings will have the least
visual impact and likelihood of affecting retail
continuity.
Parki11g and Access
4
Devote all parking lot areas not
specifically required for parking
spaces or circulation to landscap-
ing.
Paving within parking areas should
be minimized and landscaped areas
maximized to provide the visual and
environmental quality needed to
support the desired Village character.
DESIGN GUIDELINES
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Parking and Access 5
Avoid parking in front setback areas.
All commercial and residential buildi11gs should
have a strong relationship to the street a11d setback
areas should be devoted to landscaping.
6
Avoid curb cuts along major pedestrian areas.
• State Street
• Grand Avenue (between Roosevelt Street and
Carlsbad Blvd.)
• Carlsbad Boulevard (between Grand Ave11ue
and Carlsbad Village Drive)
• Roosevelt Street (between Beech and Walnut)
Pedestrian retail continuity ~lies on a minimum of
conflicts between vehicles and pedestrians.
Exceptions to the cw'b cut prohibition may be
considered where no other access to parking is
possible or whe~ conflicts B likely to be
minimal.
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Avoid parking in block corner locations.
Corners within the Village are visually important
and should be occupied by interesting buildings.
However, owing to limited /ocatio11 opportunities,
public parking/acilitiu may be exempted so lo11g
as substantial setbacks and landscaping are
provided.
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Provide setbacks and landscaping behveen any
parking lot and adjacent sidewalks, alleys or
other paved pedestrian areas.
Tl,e ,,isual in,,.u.c;ion of automobile parking within
the Village need:; to be minimized. Par!ing lot.c;
.c;hould be integrated with adjacent buildings l,y
loM• walls and landc;caping to the maximum dtgree
possible.
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Avoid buildings which devote significant
portions of their. ground Door space to parking
uses.
The 11/acement of bui!dings o,oer ground Je,,e/
11arki11g limits tlie acetm.in1t1Jatio11 of s11pportive
grou11d floor use.c; and detracts from the appear-
u11ce <>f the l,uildi11g.
10
Place parking r or commercial or larger residen•
tial projects below grade wherever feasible.
The ,,ertical stacking of uses will allow greater
developme11t intensity in the Village and the provi-
sion of more surf ace area for landscaping.
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• Enhance parking lot surfaces.
The use of m"dular concrete pavers. and the use of
brick or co11crete bonds to dMde parking lot
paving into small, i11terrelated segments should be
u.c;ed where,-e,· possible.
Parking and Access
DESIGN GUIDELINES
Building Forms
DESIGN GUIDELINES
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Provide for variety and divenity.
An informal character and a sense of individuality
are desired. Each building should express it~·
uniqueness of structure, location or tenant and
should be designed especially for their sites and
not mere copies of generic building types which
might be found anywhere.
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Step taller buildings back at upper levels.
Building structures should not overwhelm adjacent
pedestrian areas. Stepbaclcs on taller buildings
allow the maintenance of a small scale cnaracter
near street level. In cases where taller buildings do
1101 negatively affect the visual appeara11ce of a
block area, the use of balconies a11d richer details
may be considered in lieu of stepbaclcs.
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Break large buildings into smaller units.
Separations behl'een structures or recessed facade
area:r should be used to break large building
masse.'i into units similar in .'iize to adjacent a,id
nearby smaller lot de,•elopment.
4
Maintain a relatively consistent building height
along block faces.
Village-scale streetscapes generally maintain an
appearance of one and hl'O story buildings which
unifies the commercial areas and integrates the
appearance of adjacent commercial and re.'iiden-
tfol Ql'l'U.'i.
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Utili:ze simple building forms.
Simple building forms related to classic residential
building shapes can establish a sense of timeless-
11ess and comfortably relate buildings to one
another. Trendy and "look at me" design solu-
tions are strongly discouraged.
Building Forms
DESIGN GUIDELINES
Roof Forms
DESIGN GUIDELINES
I
Emphasize the use of gable roofs with slopes of
7 in 12 or greater.
Roof forms sh~uld be prominent, simply treated
and used to integrate commercial and residential
structures into a unified visual environment. Gable
ends or elements which face the street are encour-
'aged
2
Encourage the use of dormers in gable roofs.
Dormers can add scale and interest to larger roof
forms as well as provide additional occupied space
within the roof form.
3
Emphasize wood and composition shingle roofs.
Roofr within tl,e Village need some sense of material
and color continuity because of their visual promi-
nence and the de.rire to integrate wmmercial and
re.,;idential development.:. into a visually unified
mixed use neighborliood. Textured roofs of similar
material,; and a medium to dork color range should
he used to accomplish this goal.
Exceptions:
• Clay tile roofs are acceptable in Land Use
District 5 and north along Roosevelt Street to
Carlsbad Village Drive in order to promote an
Hispanic character.
• Metal roofs are occeptahle in land Use District 6.
4
A,·oid Oat roofs
Flat roofs s/1ould be limited to minor areas which
cannot be easily seen.
5
Screen mechanical equipment from public view.
Roa/mounted ,nechanical equipment should be
integrated into the roof form or screened from view
with elements appropriate to the building •s form
and appearance. Ground mounted equipment
should be screened with walls and land.reaping.
Roof Forms
6
Avoid mansard roof forms.
Facade elements made to appear as
roofs are not appropriate to the
desired Yi/loge character.
Building Facades
DESIGN GUIDELINES
I
Emphasize an informal architectural character.
Buildingfacades should be visually friendly and
larger buildings should be non-symmetrical in
composition.
2
Design visual interest into all sides of buildings
Front and side facades facing streets or public
access ways should receive special design allen-
tion. Other facades which are visible should also
be visually pleasant.
3
Utilize small individual windows except on
commercial storef roots.
Smaller punched window openings are appropriate
to the village character and will assist in emphasiz-
ing the larger commercial storefront windows.
Proportions of windows should generally be
vertical. Strip ribbon windows as found on
commercial office buildings are not appropriate.
Provide facade projections and recesses.
Facade projections such as bay windows. planter
boxes and roof overhangs as well as entry way
recesses are elements which-add rich11ess to village
facades through the creation of shadows and the
cont,:ast between sunny and shady su,faces. Roof
overhangs should be large enough to be a strong
element of the design and supporting brackets.
exte11ded roof rafters or beams, a11d rich architec-
tural detail are strongly encouraged.
5
Give special design attention to upper levels of
commercial structures.
Special window lri m, awnings. flower boxes and
other details shoultl be r1.red to increase tire ,•isual
attractiveness of upper levels and relate·tJre
busi11esses or residences more strongly to the street
and public walkways.
6
Provide special treatment to entries for upper
level uses.
Rece.r.rts, paneled door.r. side lights. awning.r,
carriage lights, pla,rters. special signing and
similar features slio11/d be used to make entries lo
upper level busine.tses or residences distinctive.
7
Utili1.e applied surface ornamentation and
other detail elements for visual interest and
scale.
Tile. wo"d and metal ornament should be consid~
ered wl1ere appropriate to add richness and small
scale detail to building facades. Examples include
street 11umbers. acce11t spots or bands and art
elements. Spedal treatment of gal,/e ends such as
:.Iring/es should be considered. Interesting project-
ing .dg,1. planter box aml flag di.rplay bracket.'i may
also be appropriate.
Buildi11g Facades
DESIGN GUIDELINES
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Building Facades
DESIGN GUIDELINES
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Respect the materials and character of adjacent
development.
Building materials and colors of new con.'itroction
should be sensitive to adjacent buildings a11d
should promote a sense of visual continuity along
the street rather than seeking lo befocal points.
9
Emphasize the use of the following wall materi-
als:
• Wood siding
• Wood shingles
• Wood board and batlen siding
• Stucco
Exception:
10
Metal siding is acceptable in the District 6 for
automotive and light industrial uses.
Avoid the use of the following materials:
• Simulated materials such as imitation brick or
stone, marble, wood, etc.
• Indoor/outdoor carpeting.
• Any material that would constit11te a fire and/
or public hazard.
• Distressed wood of any type (i.e .. pecky cedar).
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A void tinted or reflective window glass.
Clear window glass allows views into storefronts
and other spaces as well as allows those in.fide to
be connected with the environment and activity
outside. Tinted and reflective glass establish an
appearance of isolation and should not be used in
the Village. Where glare and heat gain are
problems, other means of shielding openings such
as awnings should be utilized.
12
Utilize wood, dark anodized aluminum or vinyl
coated metal door and window frames.
Shiny. mill fini.'ihed aluminium materials typical of
:,·tore fronts of the I 9 50 's and 60 ·s are inappropri-
ate to the Village.
13
A void metal awnings and canopies.
Fabric awnings should be used to add color and
interest lo the Village. They should be con.'ilructed
<l fire treated or mm-flammable materials.
14
Encourage architectural facades emphasizing
an Hispanic character in Land Use District 5.
Stucco walls. clay tile roofs, glazed tile trim and
tile paving are encouraged. Planters and pot
brackets should be generously used to provide for
an abunda11ce of flowering plants.
15
Utili1.e light and neutnl base colors.
Generally muted color schemes will promote visual
unity and allow awnings, window displays, signs
and flower landscaping to be given proper empha-
sis. White, dark and brighter trim colors are all
generally acceptable.
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Limit the materials and color palette on any
single building.
Variety and diversity are encouraged in the Yillage
but too much on any single building can be
visually disruptive. The utilization of more than
three surface materials or colors should only
rarely be COIL'iiJered.
Building Facades
Commercial Storefro11ts.
BESIGN .UIDELJNES
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Provide significant storefront glazing.
A minimum of 600" of ground floor storefronts
should be devoted to display windows and entries.
2
Avoid large blank walls.
Blank wa/& are disruptive lo retail continuity.
~here areas of bionic walls adjacent to pedestrian
areas are unavoidable, they should be treated with
lattice worlc and landscaping or other elements
such as art work lo soften their impact.
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Encounge large window openings for restau•
nots.
Sliding or fold back windows which provide large
openings can do much lo add interest 10 adjacent
pedestrian areas while creating an outdoor dining
feeling while seated inside.
4
Encounge the use of fabric
awnings over storefront
windows and entries.
Awnings add color, pedestrian
weather protection and special
signing opportunities and should 1)1,
be provided wherever possible to 'lJi
establish a sense of continuity ~
along the street frontage. Baclc
lit awnings where the awning is
treated as a large sign should
not be used.
5
Emphasize display windows with special
lighting.
Special display lighting should be provided and the
u.re of small pin lights should be strongly
considered to frame display windows and pr01•ide
a nighttime sparkle .. Use of pin lights should also
be con.videreJ to highlight interesting facade
profiles or special elements .vuch as balconies,
cornices and similar features.
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Encourage the use of dutch doors.
Wood dutch doors where the upper paneis may be
.reparately opened in good weather serve to create
a friendly shopping en,•ironmtnl and strong
connection between the shops and passing
pedestrians.
Commercial Storefronts •
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Utiliu small paned windows.
Divided pane windows used in
storefront display windows, entry
doors and transoms lend a traditional
feel to shops and reinforce a village
character. Not all windows need to
be treated in this way but enough
along a bloclc front .rhould be to
become a noticeable feature of the
Village's storefronts.
8
Develop a total design concept.
Facade designs should unify all
design elements including upper level
treatments and building signage.
DESIGN GUIDELINES
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Commercial Storefronts
DESIGN GUIDELINES
9
Provide frequent entries.
long storefronts should have multiple entries to
preserve the small scale and character of the
Village.
10
Limit the extent of entry openings.
Entry openings should be limited to about JO'¼ of
the storefront width or about 8 feet whicl,ever is
larger to preserve display windows. Exceptions
may be made for uses which open up all or most of
the facade (e.g., bookstalls, produce markets).
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Avoid exterior pull down shutten and sliding
or fixed security grilles over windows along
street frontages.
The presence of such security devices is inappro-
priate to the image and character of 1he Village.
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Emphasize storefront entries.
Entries should be recessed and desig11ed lo
uniquely express the special quality of the store,
n1ercl,andis~ or ow11er. Pla11ters. small Ji.,;p/ay .
wi11dows, special lightingfixtures, textured paving,
creative signing and similar fealures should be
used.
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lntegnte fences and walls into the building
design.
Fmce.'i and woll.f .. \'lie/, as tlw.'i(' .'i11rro1111tli11g tra.'il,
areas a11d mecha11ical equipment, should appear tu
be u part of lhe buil,ling 011J not merely toe Iced 011
utilitarian elements.
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Encourage front entry gardens.
E,-en small sctbuclcs can be enhanced with shrubs
and flowers tn botl, bring vi:;ual pleasure to the
occupa,rts a,rd co11tribu1e '" tl,e m•erall visual
quality of tl,e 11eigl,/,or/wod.
2
Locate residential units near front property
lines and orient entries to the street.
Residential units and entries oriented to the street
c,m increase the se11.'ie of 11eigl1borhood and
pmviJe more private outdoor space at 11,e rear of
parcels.
3
Provide front entry porches.
Covered entry areas from small porches over entry
doors to larger porches stretching across the width
of the facade are 011e of the features which distin-
guish older, traditional residential areas in our
cities. Porches provide a welcome se11se of entry
and give depth and richness to street front facades.
4
Provide windows looking out to the street.
Windows related to tlie street can increase the
feeling of neighborhood and enhance a sense of
security. Unfriendly blank facades and high walls
should be avoided.
Residential
5
Utiliu simple color schemes.
.A neutral base color with white or a
light color trim accented with the
limited use of brighter colors would
be appropriate to the scale and
character of the neighborhood. The
trim color should be used to link
porches, windows, gable trim and
other building delails into a unified
composition. /11 some cases, brighter
base colors may be acceptable hut
only on very small reside11ces or in
limited areas.
DESIGN GUIDELINES
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Residential
DESIGN GUIDELINES
6
Provide decorative details to enrich facades
including the following:
• Decorative balustrades and column capitals or
brackets 011 entry porches.
• Decorative trim and brackets at gable e11ds and
other roof overhangs.
• . Decorative infill materials such as shingles at
gable ends.
• Bay windows.
• . Divided window panes.
• Projecting decorative window trim.
• Below window planter box.es.
• Attached lattice work to accommodate flower-
ing plants and vines.
Elements of this type will add shade a11J shadow
to facades to increase their interest while also
providing the means to eslabli:;h a subtle but rich
uniqueness for each residence.
7
Emphasiie "Cottage" form, scale and chanc-
ter.
The use of gable roofs, varied roof heigl,ts.
dormers to provide additional usable space in a/lie
areas, interesting details and an informal composi-
tio11 even on larger sites, will enhance the area 's
Village character and pro,•ide a l'i.vual relaticm.vliip
between rel·idential cmd udjace111 c:on11m:rdul
buildings.
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Emph1si1.e an abundance of landscaping.
Informal landscaping with trees, shn,bs, ground
cover, O\lerhead trellises and especially flowering
plant.ti will enhance the overall d,aracter of the
neighborhood. provide additional privacy between
residences and allow each fmnily to project their
unique identity. Large areas of paving especially
when ,uible from adjacent sidewalks are
discouraged and front or side yard paved areas for
,·ehide parking are not appropriate.
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Limit access drives to ganges or surface
parking areas.
The minimization of paving along street frontages
will allow the Je11elopment of a richer landscaped
enl'ironment. Drive ways should be limited 10 a
maximum of JO.feet in width except along alleys
where 20 feet is acceptable.
10
Encounge detached ganges which are
subordinate in visual importance to the house
itself.
Garages and their entries should not be allowed to
dominate the architectural character of a home or
residential complex. They should be placed toward
the rear of a parcel wherever possible.
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Provide quality designed fences and walls.
Open picket fences are encouraged along itrell
frontages and perpendicular to street, in front
yard areas. Other fences and walls should provide
a positive visudl appearance and depth of surface
treatment provided by vertical posts, board and
batten.r, lallice work or similar constructions.
Chain link fences and solid concrete block wol/s
are strongly discouraged.
Residential
12
Visually sepante multi-family
developments into smaller
components.
Multi1amily complue.s should be
divided into elements wl,icl, are
compatible with nearby single family
units by offsets in the buildingf acade
and other building elements. An
overall appearance of vertical
elements is desired over a horizontal
character. and multiple entries
oriented to the street are encouraged.
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/11terim Co11ditions
In District 4 along North State Street
and District 6 along Tyler Street,
existing automotive and industrial
uses will remain for some time
before being replaced by new
construction conforming to the
requirements of this Village Design
Manual. Property owners are
encouraged to improve the
appearance of their properties during
that interim period to reduce
negative visual impacts which might
discourage nearby property
investments to improve the Village.
Property owners and tenants may
seek assistance from the Director of
Housing and Redevelopment in
planning and carrying out physic11I
building improvements. perimeter
fence changes and general landscape
beautification. •
1
Add fabric awnings and planter boxes at
windows and near entries.
The shadow lines and color from these elements
will soften the appearance of tlie utilitarian
buildings while adding em~hasis to main office
entries.
2
Add lattice work and landscaping to blank
walls.
Large blank wa_lls which can be seen from the
street should have simple la,ttice work attached to
the wall to support flowering ,•ines growing out of
planters placed at their base. . ·
3
Paint faded building facades.
New paint in muted colors will give the buildings a
fresh loolc while blendi11g into the surrounding
environment more successfully.
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Plant fast growing and flowering vines along
r ences and walls.
Vines supplemented by trees and other landscaping
will soften the appearance of the fencing and
screen views to functional on-site work and storage
areas.
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Sepance parking areas from sidewalks with
low walls and landscaping.
This separation will a.ui.fl in creating a positive
edge to the street and sidewallc.
6
Upgnde exterior lighting fixtures.
Older i11dustrial-type fixtr,res sho11ld be replaced
with newer 011es whicla are attractive in appear-·
a11ce and allow direct light for security purposes _
without glare. •
7
Minimi1.e the visual impact or trash collection
areas.
Any trash areas and dumpsters which can be seen
from tl,e street should be relocated and screened.
8
Reduce U1c amount of paving adjacent to or
near the front property line.
The use of lund:rcaping or. if paving is absolutely
11ece.-..-.ary1• ""Hlular concrete paver.-. will .-.often the
appeara11ce ,,f building fronts and eliminate the
sense of a broad expanse of JHll•ing across streets.
sidewallcs and building parcels. Parlcing or lots in
front ,,fbuilding.-. sl,ould be relocated or elimi-
nated.
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Improve business signagc.
The proliferation of secondary signs should be
reduced and remaining signs reorganized or
replaced to reduce overa/1,,;sual clutter. Interior
illuminated signs should be replaced with exterior
illuminated 011es appropriate to the desired Yi/loge
c:lraracter_.
Interim Conditions
DESIGN GUIDELINES
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SIGNAGE
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The standards set forth in this section of the
Village Master Plan and Design Manual apply
to all properties within the Village Redevelop-
ment Area. All new signs, replacement signs
or modifications to existing signs must conform
to these standards.
Every applicant shall apply for and obtain a
sign permit according to the procedures set
forth in Chapter 7 of this Village Master
Plan and Design Manual before any sign
may be modified, replaced or newly installed.
The standards contained in this section take
precedence over the requirements of
Chapter 21.41 of the Carlsbad Municipal
Code for all matters directly addre&'iiCd by
this section. For all other matters and all
other types of signs which are not specifically
excluded from the Village Redevelopment
Area, Chapter 21.41 of the Carlsbad
MW1icipal Code shall be referenced for
regulation purposes.
Many non-conforming signs exist within
the Village Redevelopment Area and these
signs can have an adverse impact on
revitalization efforts within the area. There-
fore, every effort will be made to encourage
volWltary compliance with the standards
set forth within this Manual.
Mandatory conformance with the standards
set forth herein for signs within the Village
Redevelopment Area shall be required
whenever 1) a business ceases to exist
for any reason ; 2) the propeny/business
is abandoned for a period of six (6) months
or longer;_or 3) their is a ·change in use or
busine&-;.
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Reg11/atio11s
Village Signs
• SigllS are expected to support tht
Village's image as a high qua/1!)
specialty shopping district and
business location.
• Sign sizes, shapes and colors
will be reflective of the lower
traffic speeds and pedestrian
orientation of the Yillage.
• Public sector signs will also be
unique to the Village location
and visual character.
• Creative and interesting signs
will be encouraged.
• Businesses will be given a
variety of op(iollS in meeting
their signage needs.
SIGNAGE
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REGULATIONS
The following signs shall be permitted within the Village
Redevelopment Area:
• Wall Signs
• Projecting Signs
• Fabric Awning Signs
• Banner Signs
• Neon Signs
• Marquee Signs
• Hanging Signs
• Window Signs
• Plaque Signs
• Restaurant Menu Signs
• Ad~ Signs
• Tenant Directory Signs
• Monument or Ground Signs (Limited)
• Sidewalk Signs (public property)
• Freestanding Signs (private property)
The following signs shall be prohibited within the Village
Redevelopment Area:
• Interior Illuminated Boxed Display Signs (which are designed to
be mounted on the exterior of a building).
• Changeable Letter Signs, except for marquee signs for cinemas
or performing arts theaters. •
• Pole signs.
• Off-Premises signage (including billboard signs and signs which
are not located directly in front of a related busincs.).
• Roof signs (which are signs placed on the top of any
building).
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REGULATIONS
SIGNAGE
Each building/project in the Village
Redevelopment Area is allowed a total of
1.0 square foot of signage·for each lineal
foot of building frontage.
All tiuildings will be allowed window
signs. restaurant menu signs and address
signs which meet the standards set fonh
herein. These types of signs will not be
calculated in the total amount of signage
pennitted for each building. These signs
may be provided in addition to the signs
which are included within the J .0 square
foot/lineal foot of street frontage
calculation.
All signs shall be designed and installed
in a manner which does not obscure or
interfere with any official notice or public
safety sign or device. Signs shall not
simulate in color or design a traffic sign
or signal, or make use of words, symbols
or characters in such a manner as to
confuse pedestrian or vehicular traffic. In
addition, all signs shall be located in a
manner which does not cause an
obstruction for pedestrians and/or cause
sight distance problems for vehicles.
For the purposes of calculating the
amount of signage pennitted for a
building, "building ffontage" shall mean
the tQtal width of the elevation of a
building structure which fronts on one or
more public streets or in which the main
entrance exists; an alley shall not be a
public street within this dcfinit~on for
sign calculations.
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Sig11 Guidelines
·Wall Signs
Wall sigM are generally the most
used type of business identification
signing. Located on the face of
buildings 11,q are usually larger
than other typu of sig11age. Tht
location of sigM with respect to the
character and detail of a building
are extremely important.
AlloNwble Area
Wall signs .Shatt· not acted 1.0
square feet of sign area for each I tM.al
front foot of building elevation.
SIGNAGE
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Use wall signs to identify specific buildings or
major tenants.
• Signs arc limited lo the building's name (e.g.,
Hancock Building) or the major tenant's name
(e.g., Crate and Barrel).
• 111e dale of building conslruclion is also
permitted bul should be smaller in size than
the main wall sign.
• Additional commcn:ial sign information such
as goods and services offered is not
appropriate-or ~rm it\-ed .•
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Limit wall signs to the following types:
• Individual solid metal letters
• Individual internally illwninated leucr.
(Malle translucent plexiglass faces and
opaque dark metal sides)
• Plaque signs mounred to the wall surface.
• Exposed neon directly attached to the building
face.
• Individual letters painted directly onto the
building face.
{Not appropriate on frontages facing a public
.\'treet)
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Place wall signs within a clear Siguble Area.
Signable Areas should have the following
characteristics:
• An architectwally continuous wall surface
uninterrupted by doors, windows or
architectural detail.
• Area docs not exceed IS% of the building
facade.
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Limit the sir.e or signs within the Signable
Area.
• Maximum Area: 40'/4
• Maximwn Length: 213
• Maximum Height: 213
The letter height should generally be 18 inches
or less.
• Maximwn Projection: 12 inches from wall face
5
Discounge signs on walls not directly fnnting
on a public street.
• Commercial signs seeking distant visibility
from major streets are not appropriate to die
desired Village character.
• Signs at business entries serving the public and
facing alleys or parking lots are appropriate
but should be limited in si1.e to IO square feet.
Sig11_ Guidelines
Wall Signs
Signable Area Example SIGNAGE·
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Sign Guidelines
Projecting Signs
Projecting signs featuring simple
• information or uniquely designed
ones with colors and icons can do a
great deal to enhance the visual
appearance of the Yillage and set it
apart from other commercial areas
in the Qty and region. They are •
strongly encou;ag,d and should be
carefully designed to ref/eel the
character of each building and
business as well as fit comfortably
with other adjacent or nearby
signage.
11rtse signs ar, affixed to the fact of a
building structure and project perpendicular
to the structur,.
Allowable Ana
Six (6) square fttl each, excluding supponing
brackets.
SIGNAGE
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Relate the location or signs to the building on
which they are attached.
• Projecting signs should not generally be
mounted above the second floor window sill in •
multi-storied buildings. In some cases, a
higher moW1ting height is appropriate but the
sign top, bottom and mow,ting should bear
some relationship to the second floor windows.
• Projecting signs should be oriented to
pedestrians passing on the sidewalk in front of
the building.
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Relate the design of projecting sign to the
individual business and building.
• Square or recrangular shapes with painted or
applied letters and shapes are generally
appropriate for any business.
• Painted or applied logos or other shapes (e.g.,
a hanger for dry cleaners) can add special
interest to otherwise flat surfaced projecting
signs.
• Projecting signs with irregular outlines and/or
internal cut-outs should be considered.
• Two or three dimensional icon signs related to
specific businesses can add interest and a
touch of hwnor to the shopping and business
environment. The following are examples:
• Unicycle for a bicycle shop
• Tooth for a dentist
• E yeglasscs for an optometry shop.
• Wok for a Chinese reslauranl
• Booe for a shoe repair business
• Film projector for a video store
3
Provide well designed mounting brackets.
Simple roW1d pipe brackets with plugged ends or
added decorative end clements arc generally
appropriate for any signs. However, metal
brackets of a more decorative and complex shape
arc encouraged where appropriate to the character
of the sign and the buildings. In addition to
adding to the uniqueness and visual character of
the sign, they cast interesting shadows on wall
surfaces and convey an impression of special
concern for the appearance of the business.
4
Limit sign projections and ·mounting heights
from the face of the buildings~
• Projections of 36 inches are appropriate at a
sidewalk.
• Projections of 24 inches arc appropriate at
alleys and other locations.
• Provide a minimum clearance of 12 inches
between the building face and sign.
• Vertical clearance of 8 feet should be provided
along pedestrian areas.
• Vertical clearance of 14 feet is needed at
alleys, parking lots or other areas subject to
vehicular traffic.
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Maintain a unity to the general siu of
projecting signs.
Projecting signs, excluding supporting brackets,
should fit within an imaginary rectangle with a
maximum area of 6 square feet. Exceptions to this
limitation may be considered for special signs
utilizing shapes, symbols or icons uniquely suited
to the business.
Sig11 G11idelines
Projecting Signs
SIGNAGE
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Awning signs add color to the Village shopping
enviromnent and are often more visible to
passing automobiles and by pedestrians from the
opposite side of the street, especially in circumstances
where street trees partially obstruct wall sigm. In
additioo they offer the potential for unique design
applications to enrich the shopping environment in
the Village.
Awning signs are those signs which are printed oo,
painted oo or attached to an awning or canopy above a
business do<r or window. Also, in some cases, as
determined by the Housing and Redevelopment
Director pursuant to applicable sign regulatims, an
awning sign may be defined as an awning without any
business information printed oo, painted an or
attached to it, if the awning serves as an attention-
getting device on its own due to coloring, design,
lighting or other architectural features.
Allowable Area
• Awning Valences
0.5 square feet for every lineal foot of
valence length
• Awning Faces
10~ of awning face area
• Awning Sides
40'1 of awning side area
For any awning which serves as a sign in itself, the entire
awning will represent the sign for ~culation purposes.
In this case, the awning size may not exceed l square foot
in size for each lineal foot of street frontage.
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Limit the size of lettering on awnings.
• Awning valen~ (i.e .• vertical faces) should
not exceed 12 inches in height.
• Letter height on valences should not exceed 8
inches
• Letters applied to the sloping awning face
should be appropriate in the context of other·
building signs but should not generally exceed
18 inches in height.
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Keep loge\ and graphics on awning faces and
sides modest in size .
• Logos or symbols depicting d1c unique natw
of a business arc permitted.
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Minimize signing on upper level awnings.
• Awning signs at windows above the growid
floor arc permitted.
• Upper level awning signs· are limited to the
name of the business or generic description 1
products or services (e.g., tailor}.
• Awning valence and lener heights should be
small~ •~ those on ground Ooor awnings
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Awning Materials/Lighting
• All awnings or canopies should be made of
fabric. No vinyl or metal awnings will be
permitted.
• No back lit awnings or canopies shall be
permitted where the awning is treated as a
large sign. Exterior lighting of awnings/
canopies is pennitted.
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Use banner siins sparinily.
• ~-•iP:5 an: allowed as a type of
proJectmg ago II the discm,ion of the
Housins and Redevelopment Director -
• Applications for banner signs must be.
accompanied by a Replacement Plan consistent •
with the fabric manufactwa-'s and sign
installation company's R:ClOJIIJIICJldions.
• Banners are treated • Signablc Area for the
purposes of calculating the allowable size copy
to be applied. •
• Umitations of sign copy including logos
and other symbols within the banner area
should comply with the wall sign
pidelines.
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Relate banner signs to the building face to
which they are attached.
• Bannm should be mounted perpendicular to
the fate of the facade.
• Banners should be hung from projecting melal
brackets of a size and design appropriate to
the banner and the architectural character of
the building.
• Banner size, proportions and number should be
appropriate to the building facade to which
they are attached.
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Limit banner projections from the face of
buildings.
• Projections of 36 inches arc appropriate at a
sidewalk.
• Projections of 24 inches are appropriate at
alleys and other locations.
• Vertical clearance of 10 feet should be
provided along pedestrian areas.
• Vertical clearance of 14 feet is needed at
alleys, parking lots, or other areas subject to
vehicular traffic.
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Sig11 Guidelines
Banner Signs
Ban11er signs can add liveliness to
the shopping environment with their
color and.motion. They are
generally of 4 types:
• Advertising of the businu.s name
• Advertising for the brand names
(e.g., Sony) or generic products •
(e.g., records, antiques) sold
within the shop
• Information on c""enl special
events (e.g .. an art gallery·
exhibition of California Pltin Air
Paintint,1)
• Color fabric banners with or
without designs but with no
advertising text
Allowable Area
O.S square feet of banner area per
foot of building frontage. .
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Sign Guidelines
Neon Signs
Th& use o~ neon S1~n3 t'e.11
out o/ faw,r and for a wNle they
were felt to be loo gaudy to be
acceptable. However, in recent
years, neon has come back into faw,r
as communities have recognized its
ties to the downtown's historic past
and the liveliness which n'tan can
add to the commercial environment.
llowable Area
he maximmn allowable sign area shall be
i.sed upon the sign size limits set forth
ithio this Village Master Plan and Design
lanual for the particular type of sign to be
.ed with dac De<lll (i.e., wall or projecting sign).
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Use neon signs sparingly.
• Neon signs are allowed at the discretion of the
Houar~ -r Redevelop~ Oircc+or.
• Neon signs should be limited to retail and
restaurant uses on \Id •
• Neon signs are allowed at the discretion of the
AE0&'1EI..CFM&...,,. ,.. : for the following
applications: DIRec.~
• Wall Signs
• Projecting Signs
( on flat panels)
• Window Signs
• Marquee Signs
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Neon used as window signs should minimi1.e
the appearance of support materials.
• Signs should be suspended from above.
• Signs should be set back a minimwn of 3
inches from die storefront glazing.
• All ballasts, supporting mechanisms and other
non-illuminated elements of the sign should be
concealed from public view.
• Neon window signs may be mounted on a
transparent panel.
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Limit marquee signs to special uses.
• Marquee signs are allowed at tlie disc~tion or
the . W.ualN(,, + Rc0trvC\dNII.,., o.MCIWL.·
• Marquee signs should generally be used only
for cinemu and perf onning arts facilities.
2
Provide a minimum clearance of 10 feet above
sidewalks and 14 feet above a vehicular right
of way parking lot.
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Limit the amount of sign copy.
• Sign copy should include only the facility's
name and changeable copy related lo current
and future attractions. .
• The changeable copy portions of tbc sign
should not exceed 80% of the total sign area.
• The facility name portion of the sign should
not exceed 40% of lhe total sign area.
Sign G11idelines
Marquee Signs
Marquee signs are generally not in
keeping with a 11illage scale and
character. HoM,ever, certain types of
uses ha11e traditionally relied on
marquee signs and marques are an
integral part of those facilities. It is
important, howtwr, to keep the
marquees small and in scale with the
overall character of the village.
AlloH'tlble Area .
TM size of the approved Marquu Sign shall
serve as the maxi""'1n signable area.
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Sign Guidelines
Hanging Signs
Hanging Signs are similar to
Projecting Signs except that they are
suspended below a marquee or under
an awning. As wit/a Projecting
Signs, they can be simple (e.g., store
name on a single color background)
or fanciful with irregular outlines
and multiple colors. In general,
Hanging Signs will be smaller than
Projecting Signs by virtue of their
normally lower mounting height.
Allowable Area
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Use hanging signs only at ground floor
locations.
• Exceptions
• Upper floor covered entry porches and
balconies.
• Upper level private balconies.
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Treat hanging signs similar to but smaller than
projecting signs.
• Hanging signs, excluding supporting rods,
chains or similar hangers, should fit within an
imaginary rectangle witb a maximwn area of 4
-square feel
• Larger signs may be considered
for special hanging signs
utilizing shapes, symbols or icons uniquely
suited to the business. •
• A variety of shapes and styles are acceptable.
• Vertical clearances for pedestrian and vehicular
traffic should be maintained.
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Limit the type and amount or information
placed on business windows.
• Window sign copy should include only
business name, address, hours of business,
emergency telephone nwnbcrs, business tenant .
logos, generic products and brand names
ofTered by the business.
• Window sign area should 11ol exceed 25% of
any single window area.
• Sign copy should not exceed 8 inches in
height.
• Sign copy under 2 inches in height should be
counted in calculating percent of window
coverage but need not be included in the
maximum sign area allowance.
• Window sign copy should be applied directly
to glazed area.
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Use temporary window signs with care.
• Temporary window signs arc subject to
approval by the Director of Housing and
Redevelopment.
• Temporary signs include:
• Coming events posters
• Video sales/rental advertisements
• Special sales and promotion information
• Temporary signs should not exceed a total of
2S¾ of any single glazed area or be placed on
an entry door to a business tenant space.
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Use special window graphics to express the
unique personality of a busine§.
• Special window graphics are pcnnitted al the
discretion of the Design Review Board based
upon the following criteria:
• Signs effectively express the type of
business located on the premise.
• Signs relate positively to the character,
scale and color of the building structure,
awnings and other signage.
• Signs contribute a special liveliness and
interest to the Village without conflict
with other adjacent businesses.
• Business tenant logos and special graphics arc
counted in the calculation for maximum
window coverage and total sign area. .
• Exposed neon is permitted at the discretion
of the Housing and Redevelopment
Director.
Sig11 Guidelines
Window Signs
Window signs offer a variety of
information to passing pedestrians.
This type of signage generally
contains only text but in special
circumstances can express a special
business personality through graphic
-logos or images combined with color.
.AlloK'llble .Area
I 0% of aggregate ground floor
wi11dow area.
Window signs are not included in the total
calculation for the maximum amount of
signage permitted on a building. This type of
signage is allowed in addition to the
maximum amount of signage permitted herein
as long as ii is consistent with the standards
set fonh within this section.
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Sign Guidelines
Plaque Signs
Plaque signs are small versions of
wall signs which are attached lo
surfaces adjacent to shop/rOIII
entries. Generally they include the
businm name and often contain
major products or services offertd
and hours of operation. They may
include designs or other decoration
and may be irregular in outline
shape.
Allowable Area
2 square feet.
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Place plaque signs only on wall surfaces
adjacent to tenant entries.
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Design plaque signs to fit within an imaginary
rectangle with a maximum area of 2 square
feel
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Linlit plaque sign projections from wall
surfaces to a maximum of 2 inches.
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Provide menu signs for all restaurants with sit-
down dining.
• Restaurant menu signs are not included in the
calculation of maximum sign area.
• Restaurant menu signs should incorporate an
actual menu or reasonable facsimile thereof
containing food served, prices for each item
and other relevant infonnation pertaining to
service and pricing.
• Signs should be prominently located near the
restaurant entry or near the public sidewalk
where entries arc more than I O feet from the
sidewalk.
• Restaurant menu signs should be appropriate in
size, location and design to the character and
architectural detail of the building as well as
to the character of the restaurant.
Sig11 Guidelines
Restaurant Menu Signs
Small commercial areas like the
Village can flourish as restaurant
centers. If a sufficient numbtr of
restaurants uist with a wide enough
variety of food styles or ethnic
identity, people will go to the Yi/loge
with the idea that they will decide
wlrich restaurant to patronize after
they get there. Prominently
displayed menus with prices and
other important information (e.g.,
credit cards accepted) can help to
reinforce this patlern. While
restaurant menus are often placed
inside of a window adjacent to the
entry, special menu display boxes
offer the opportunity to create a
more inviting atmosphere.
Allowable Ano
6 square feet (including
menu sign case)
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Sig,, Guidelines
Address Signs
Easy to see and read address signs
can assist shoppers in locating
businesses prior IO parking.
Likewise, legible residential addresses
will help visitors locate the proper
home.
Allowable Arta
The maximum allowable sign
area shall be at the discretion
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Provide address signs on all commercial and
residential buildings.
• Address signs should be prominently displayed
facing the public street.
• Sign.~ should include the street address number
and may also include the street name.
• Signs may be placed on awnings, doors,
windows, transoms or on wall surfaces
adjacent to business or residential entries.
• Size, location, type style and the design of
address signs should be appropriate to the
character of the building.
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Use Tenint Directory Signs only where they
are rnlly needed.
• Tenant directory signs are allowrid at the
discretion of the 11~1Nc. ANO Red~•-nww
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• Signs may be used for the following:
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• Buildings with business tenants located in
courtyards separated from sidewalks
adjacent to public stn:.cts.
• Buildings with business tenants located
above the ground floor level.
Minimize the size of Tenant Directory Signs.
• Signs should be mounted flat against a solid
wall or incorporated into a free standing kiosk
or sign located wholly on the propaty •
which the tenants are locatrid.
• Sign copy may include lhe following:
• Building or Project Name
• • Project Logo
• Addras
• Business Tenant Names
• Suite Nwnbers or Letters
• Building name, project name ·or projccl logo
should not exceed 4 inches.
• All other sign copy should not exceed 2 inches
in height.
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Provide signs with a strong visual quality.
• Interesting frames and sign types are
encouraged. •
• Changeable sign panels may be used so Jong
as the changeable part consists of the entire
name of a business and olher related
information such as suite nwnber. Individual
lettc~ changeable signs should not be used.
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Minimize visual confticts
• Sips shall ,;iot be placed in such a way as
to interfere with pedestrian or vehicular
sight Jines as specified by the City.
• Sign shall not be placed in such a way as
10 obst111ct access to a public street,
driveway, fin: escape, handicapped access
or obstructs free .passage over any public
right-of-way.
Sign Guidelines
Tenant Directory Signs
Some building may have multiple
tenants who do not have dir«t
frontage on a public street.
Buildings wills upper floors and thos,·
with businusu located in off-stnet
courtyards are two uamples. Tenant
directory signs which are intended to
be read from passing automobiles
are not appropriate in the Yillage
contut. However, p,destrian-
ori,nted signs can be ~t/ul in
locating a desired destination
business.
Allowblt Area
/ j square feet.
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MONUMENT OR GROUND SIGNS
Monwnent or Ground signs are used where building
complexes are separated from adjacent streets by
substantial setbacks. They are generally of four (4)
types.
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Identification Sign
Identification of the project name and
occasionally major tenants.
Identification Yard Sign
Identification of business in a residential
structure convened to commercial purposes
and ocher uses setback from the sidewalk.
Vehicular Direction Sign
Display of information relative to service
entries and to parking lot entries and exits.
Service Statioo Price Sign
Display of information relative to prices for
gasoline or other services at the service
station.
Monwnent or ground signs should be used on a
very limited basis. They are to be used only for
propenies which have constraints due to sub-stantial
setbaclcs from· adjacent streets. No more than one
(1) monument sign shall be permitted per property.
One (l) additional ground sign may be permitted, at
the discretion of the Housing and Redevelopment
Director, for pedestrian or vehicular directional
purp<l'iCS only.
Allowable Area
Identification Sign: 24 square feet.
Identification Yard Sign: 6 square feet.
Vehicular Direction Sign: 4 square feet.
Service Statioo Sign: See standards noted herein.
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n .vtonumit:ui or uWUild Sign aoes not overhang
public property. It is a sign,which is supported by
one or more columns, uprights, or braces in or upon
the growid. The supports are all located outside of a
building.
I -Identification Signs -Vehicle Oriented
Ground signs should be used primarily to identify
uses which may be in the rear of a property, such
as a parking lot, or to identify other facilities or
major tenants which may be located behind the
building which fronts on the street. The signs may
also be used for uses which have substantial front-
yard setbaclcs and have a need to direct traffic to
the building location. These type of signs should be
used for buildings where other allowed types of
sigoage would not provide adequate identification.
It is anticipated that this type of signage would only
rarely be appropriate.
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surrounding frame materials.
The maximum sign height should not exceed sixty
(60) inches including any sign hue.
Letter heights should not exceed 12 inches which
provides for adequate letter recognition frcm a
distance of 400 feet.
Sign Text should be limited to the building or
project name and the business address. Sipagc for
the identificatioo of multiple tenants would not
generally be appropriate.
All signs should be exterior illuminated by fixtures
designed to complement the appearance of the sign.
Sign materials shall be consistent with the structure
and use.
2 -Identification Yard Signs
Identification signs will he allowed at the discreti(•ll
of the Housing and Redevelopment Director for
residential structures converted to commercial uses
and for uses setback from the sidewalk at least 15
feet.
Signs may be ground mounted on double supports.
Sign, excluding supports, may not exceed 6 square
feet in size.
Signs should not exceed 6 feet in height, including
supports.
Letter height should not exceed 4 inches.
Exterior illuminated fixtures must be designed to
compliment the appearance of the sign.
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d I I SI N GUIDELINES
MONUMENT OR GROUND SIGNS (CONn
3 -Vehicular Directional Sigm
Vehicular Directional Signs will be allowed at the
discretioo of the Housing and Redevelopment
Director following consultation with the City's
Traffic Engineer.
Signs should not exceed 30 inches in height, and
the signable area should be limited to a total area,
excluding supports, of 4 square feet.
Only letter type and directiooal arrow inf onnation
should be provided on the sign. Other information,
such as a bminess name, should occur only in cases
where driver oonfusion would result without such
information.
Vehicular Directional Signs should be limited to a
single letter and arrow colOI' on a single backgrOWld
color. Generally, letter colors should be light and
backgrOWld colors dark unless specific on-site
conditions would compromise the readability of the
information
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4 -Service Station Price Signs
The sign shall display only the minimum
information required by Olapter 8.49 of the
Carlsbad Municipal Code and by Article 12 of
Olapter 14 of Division 5 of the State Business and
Professions Code commending with Section 13530.
The sign may be double faced and monument in
style or attached to an existing pole sign located on
the site.
The sign shall be placed ten (10) feet from the face
of the curb of the street. For corner lots, no sign
over 30 inches in height shall be permitted in the
triangular area aeated by the intersection of the two
property lines along the street and 2 points twenty-
five (25) feet behind each back of the curb return.
Monument signs shall be located so as not to
impede vehicular site distance to the satisfaction of
the City's Traffic Engineer.
See Sign Ordinance 21.44.074(b) of the Carlsbad
Mwucipal Code, Zoning Ordinance for additional
standards related to these signs.
On an existing sign pole, the sign area, excluding
the supports, may not exceed 12 square feet. For a
monument sign (price only), the sign area,
excluding supports, shall not exceed 16 square feet.
If a combination identification and price sign is
used for a single service station and no other free-
standing sign is located on the property, the
maximum sign area for the combined sign,
excluding supports, shall oot exceed 48 square feet
with a maximum height of 6 feet.
Service Station Price Signs shall be permitted to use
changeable letters and numbers fOI' the purposes of
advertising service station gas prices. 11le size of
the letters and nwnbers, color and font shall be
consistent with the balance of the sign design.
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SIGN GUIDELINES
SIDEWALK OR FREESTANDING SIGNS
'These signs are designed to stand on there own
either on public or private propeny. Freestanding
signs will be allowed ao public sidewalks as long as
they meet the standards outlined herein and the
appropriate permit is obtained from the Homing and
Redevelopment Director ..
The Sidewalk or A-Frame sign may be an ff-Frame,
a Vertical Cut-Out or a standard A-Frame sign with
a sturdy, secure outdoor base, or a similar vertical,
free-standing sign with an outdoor base. The cut-
outs may be any shape (incl. square or rectangular).
Each business within the Village Redevelopment
Area shall be permitted to have of ooe (1) sidewalk
or free-standing sign.
Total square footage of the sidewalk sign shall be
included in the total calculation of maximum
signage permitted for an individual
business/building based oo the standards set forth
for the Village Redevelopment Area.
Allowable Area
Maximum Size: 3 feet wide by 5 feet high.
A maximwn of two (2) faces per sign. Sign faces
shal I be back to back.
Changeable Text Areas should occupy no more than
50% of the sign face.
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No paper or non-rigid changeable arw are
acceptable.
The sign shall be made of durable material
such as medium de~ity overlay plywood
or similar wood-like material which can
withstand the weather. No glass, breakable
materials or illumination shall be allowed
Every sign and all parts, portions, and
materials shall be manufactured, assembled
and erected in compliance with all
applicable state, federal and city
regulations and the Uniform Building
Code.
The sign shall be produced in a manner
which is professional in quality such as
that demonstrated by an experienced
bminess sign maker.
The sign shall be displayed during business
hours only. Signs shall not remain on the
sidewalk during non-business hours.
The sign must be self-supporting, stable
and weighted or constructed to withstand
overturning by wind or contact'. The sign
shall not be permanently affixed to any
object, structure or the ground including
utility poles, light poles, trees, or any
merchandise or produc rs displayed outside
permanent buildings.
Every sign and all parts, portions and
materials ·shall be kept in good repair. The
signs shall be stable. The display surface
shall be kept clean, neatly painted, and free
from rust and corr~ioo. Any cracked,
broken surf aces, missing sign copy or ocher
wunaintained or damaged portion of a sign
shall be repaired or replaced or removed
within thlrty (30) calendar days following
notification by the city.
Every sign shall have a smooth surface,
free of protruding tacks, nails and/or wires.
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The following standards apply specifically to sigm
placed on the public right-of-way:
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No sign shall be placed in such a way as to
interfere with pedestrian or vehicular sight
lines or comer clear zone requirements as
specified by the City.
No sign shall be placed in such a way as to
obstruct access to a public sidewalk, public
street, driveway, parking space, fire door,
fire escape, handicapped acces., or in such
a way that it obsttucts free passage over
any public right-of-way.
A clear area of at least five feet in width
should be maintained for pedestrian use
over the entire length of the sidewalk in
front of the business.
Signs shall not obscure or interfere with
the effectiveness of any official notice or
public safety device. Sigm shall not
simulate in color or design a traffic sign or
signal, or make use of words, symbols or
characters in such a manner as may
confuse pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
Signs shall be located directly in front of
the buildings/business to which they relate.
Applicant for a Sidewalk Sign pennit must
sign an Indemnification Statement holding
the City of Carlsbad and the Carlsbad
Redevelopment Agency harmless from any
legal action resulting from placement of the
sign on the public sidewalk.
lnsmance shall be re.quired naming the City
of Carlsbad and Carlsbad Redevelopment
Agency as additionally insured 1be
amomit of the insurance re.quired shall be
establmd by the Risk Manager for the
City. A Certificate of Insurance must be
submitted to the City/Agency and remain
in effect for as long as the Sidewalk Sign
remains in the public right-of-way.
Sign Demonstrati.on
Figure 15 provides an illustration of signage
alternatives applied to a commercial facade.
Utilization of all of the signage would probably be
inappropriate and exceed the sign area permitted.
However. Figure 15 provides examples of the types
of sign and locations pennitted for placement. Sign
types and sizes should be chosen to enhance the
image of the business. the scale of the facade and
the character of the Village.
SIGNAGE
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Awning Valence Sign -::i, ,e 7 sq. rt.
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Typical Facade Signs
Banner Sign ---+ 20 sq. r,.
.-Projecting Sign
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PARKING PROGRAM
VILLAGE PARKING PLAN
Parking within the Village Redevelopment Area has long been a
constraint in the revitalization of Carlsbad Village because of the
difficulties in accommodating parking requirements •On the small parcels
throughout the area. This condition substantially inhibits creative and
desirable building use changes, expansion of succe~ul businesses and
the redevelopment of properties to more appropriate uses. Given the
relatively high land costs, small properties have just. not been able to
generate enough revenue producing space and still accommodate the
required parking. In general, the basic parking requirements are
reasonable based on parking demand for various land uses. However, the
Redevelopment Agency has determined that options need to be available
to develope~property owners for meeting the on-site parking
requirements.
The primary purpose of this parking plan is to use parking policies and
standards as tools to achieve Village revitalization. The objectives of the
parking plan are as follows:
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To establish appropriate parking requirements and options to
providing parking that"an incentive for new investment in the
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Increase the utility of existing parking resources and the overall
supply of parking as needed to accommodate relocated and
newly-recruited businesses and new customers.
3. Control the design and configuration of parking facilities to
promote a storefront shopping environment.
Un)es,<; otherwise specified within this Village Master Plan and Design
Manual. the parking standards set forth within this Olapter shall apply to
all properties within the Village Redevelopment Area for the applicable
land use. Chapter 21.44 (parking) of the Carlsbad Municipal Code shall
be referenced for regulation purposes only on matters which are not
specifically addressed within this Chapter of the Village Master Plan and
Design Manual.
MINIMUM PARKING REQUIREMENTS
The parking standards for on-site parking for the properties located
within the Village Redevelopment Area are set forth in the charts which
follow this page. The requirements set forth within the following charts
reflect the shared trip and high turnover characteristics of parking in a
neighborhood-oriented commercial district, such as the Village
Redevelopment Area. 1be applicant for a project or a land use change
shall be. required to satisfy the on-site parking requirements as set forth
within this Chapter. The applicant may satisfy the parking obligation by
providing the parking on-site or by receiving approval to implement one
of the options noted in the "Parking Options" section of this Olapter.
CONVERTING USES
Space may be converted from one approved use to another approved use
without additional parking providing both uses have the same parking
requirements according to the parking requirements set forth within this
Chapter of the Village Master Plan and Design Manual.
The applicant for a change in use must refer to Chapter 7 (page 7-12) of
this Village Master Plan and Design Manual to determine of a
redevelopment permit· is required for the subject use conversions. The
project may either be exempt from a redevelopment permit or require
an administrative redevelopment permit.
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VILLAGE PARKING REQUIREMENTS
TABLE
Recail Business; 1 space per 300 square feet (sf) of gross floor space
Commercial (General): . 1 space per 300 sf of gross floor space
Includes A TMs, copying/duplicating services, word
processing services, dry cleaners, laundromat, beauty
and barber shops, cosmetic services, nail salons,
shoe/garment repair, travel agent, etc.
Automotive Services: 4 spaces per work bay through 3 bays and 2 spaces
Includes painting/detailing, service/repair, towing, per bay in excess of 3. Work bays do not count 11
pa/service station with bays, gas/service stations parking spaces. If no work bays, I space per 300 sf
with mini-man, car wash, etc. of gross floor space, excluding gas pumps.
Child Care Center: I space per employee plus a minimum of 1 space per . 10 children.
Professional Care Facility: .45 parking spaces per every bed.
Self-Improvement Services: 1 space per 35 sf of gross floor space.
Includes aerobic/exercise studio, business and
professional schools, dance and music studio/school,
health spa, and martial arts studio.
Fast Food Restaurant (large and small) with seating I space per 200 sf of gross floor space.
inside or outside.
Quick Stop Food: 1 space per 200 sf of gross floor space.
Includes coffee house, tea rooms, convenience store,
self-service restaurant, take-out food establishment.
Sidewalk Cafe (on public property): No additional parking required.
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. Restaurant (with or without entenainment): 1 space per 100 sf of gross floor space for facilities
less than 4000 sf; for facilities larger than 4000 sf,
40 spaces plus I space per SO sf of gross floor space
in excess of 4000 sf.
Outdoor Cafe (on private propeny): No additional parking required if outdoor seating is
equal ro or less than amount of indoor seating; 1
space per 100 sf of gross floor space for outdoor
seating area which exceeds amount of indoor seating.
Microbrewery: If incidental to a resraurant use, 1 space per 300 sf
of gross floor space. If sole use, 1 space per 50 sf of
gross floor space.
Amusement Games Arcade: I space per 100 sf of gross floor space.
Includes video games, pinball machine$, other
mechanical and electronic amusement devices.
Bar/Cocktail Lounge: I space per 50 sf of gross floor space.
Cinema: I space per each 5 seats.
Cultural Facilities: Museums: I space per 500 sf of gross floor space.
Performing Arts: I space per 's seats or 1 space per
100 sf of assembly area, whichever is greater.
Night Club: 1 space per 50 sf of gross floor space.
Pool Hall/Billiard Parlor: 1 space per table.
Spons Entertainment Uses: Bowling Alley: I space per 6 lanes.
Ice/Roller Rink: 1 space per 200 sf of gross floor
space.
Swim Clubs: I space per 35 sf of pool area.
Tennis Clubs: 3 spaces per court.
Professional office: 1 space per 300 sf of gross floor space.
Includes business and medical offices.
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Financial Institutions: 1 space per 250 sf of gross floor space.
Including banks, savings and loans, and credit
unions.
Bed and Breakfast Inns: 2 spaces (including 1 covered) for owner's unit plus
1 space per guest room.
Hotel/Motel: 1.2 spaces per room.
Managed Living Unit: See Carlsbad Municipal Code.
Single Family Dwellings: 2 car garage.
Multi-Family Dwellings: Condominiums: 2 standard spaces per unit with· 1
being covered (exception 1.5 spaces per unit for
studios with 1 being covered). Guest Parking: .5
spaces per unit up to 10 and .3 spaces per unit in
excess of 10.
Apartments: l .S spaces per unit for studio and 1
bedroom; 2 spaces per unit for 2 bedroom or more.
Guest Parking: .S spaces for each unit up to IO and
.25 spaces per unit in excess of 10.
APPLICATION OF PARKING REQUIREMENTS
1be above parking requirements shall apply to all projects within the Village Redevelopment Area. When the parking requirement is not specified herein, it
shall be determined as provided in Chapter 21.44, based upon requirements for the most comparable use specified herein or in Chapter 21.44 of the Carlsbad
Municipal Code. If Chapter 21.44 allows the Planning Director to make the detennination, the Housing and Redevelopment Director shall be authorized to
make the detennination for projects within the Village Redevelopment Area.
Mixed Use Parking Ratios may be used for calculating the on-site parking requirements for a project within the Village Redevelopment Area if, and when,
there are clearly identifiable service or business areas within a building which justify the mixed parking ratio. No administrative or regular redevelopment
pennit may be granted, however, wile~ the decision maker finds that use of the mixed parking ratio will not have an adverse parking impact on surrounding
land uses.
A maximum of forty percent (40%) of the total number of parking spaces provided on-site may be constructed to meet the requirements of a small or
compact vehicle, as defined in the Carlsbad Municipal Code.
PARKING OPTIONS
Providing required parking on-site is not the only option available for
meeting the parking requirements set forth in this Oiapter of the Village
Mamer Plan and Design Manual. The following options are also
available:
1. Lease arrangements for providing joint or shared parking in
existing or new parking lots for one or more developments
may be permitted on a case by case basis.
Cliapter 21.44 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code outlines the
conditions Wlder which a joint/shared parking arrangement may
be pennitted by the Redevelopment Agency for two or more
development projects, or busine8'S, within the Village
Redevelopment Aiea. In the Village Redevelopment Arca,
however, shared parking arrangements may be permitted with
distances of 300 feet between the parking and the subject
developments/busines9es requiring the parking. This is an
exception to the regulations outlined in Otapter 21.44 of the
Municipal Code for projects located within the Village
Redevelopment Area only ..
The Housing and Redevelopment Director must evaluate the
feasibility of a joint/shared parking arrangement between private
parties and then make i aecommendation to the Design Review
Board for consideration of approval.. If the Design Review
Board does not have final approving authority,·the Board must
then make a recommendation to the Housing and
Redevelopment Commission as to whether or not the parking
arrangement should ultimately be approved to assis in the
subject development
Banks are an example of a type of business that has an on-site
parking lot which may be underutili7.ed during the evenings and·
weekends. A restaurant which in only open evenings and
weekends may be able to receive approval for a joint/shared
parking arrangement with the bank.
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2.
3.
Provision or parking for a specific development or business
on another private lot within at least 300 feet of the subject
development or business. •
Under this option, a developer or business owner may purchase
additional property, or enter into a long term lease for additional
property, within 300 feet of the property for the subject new
development or business and meet the required on-site parking
on this separate property. This option may be used by several
businesses or developers to meet individual parking
requirements. One or more developers/business owners could
arrange to provide parking for their individual developments or
businesses in a central location within 300 feet of each
development or business. All of the developen;/businesses would
be responsible for on-going maintenance of the joint/shared
parking lot.
The Housing and Redevelopment Director must evaluate the
feasibility of this type of a joint/shared parking arrangement
between private parties and then make a recommendation to the
Design Review Board for consideration of approval.. If the
Design Review Board does not have final approving authority,
the Board must then make a recommendation to the Housing
and Redevelopment Commission as to whether or not the
parking arrangement should ultimately be approved to assist in
the subject development.
This option would be similar to a parking district which use.es
property owners for the provision of parking for customers or
patrons to the aiea.
In-Lieu Fee may be paid toward maintenance of existing, or
development of future, public parking facilities (See Page 6-6 for
full description of the Agency's parking ln-Ueu Fee .Program
for the Village Redevelopment Area).
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PARKING IN-LIEU FEE PROGRAM
The in-lieu (impact) fee program pools fees for all districts within the Village to support the development
and maintenance of public parking. Fees are based upon a determination of the estimated cost of providing an
above ground structured parking apace, including land, construction, soft costs and maintenance. The in-lieu
fee payment will always be made for a whole parking space.
Fees collected will be deposited into an earmarked, interest-bearing fund to be used for construction of
new, or maintenance of existing, public parking facilities within the Village Redevelopment Area. The funda
are pooled because all of the land use districts within the Village share a coanon trade area and all are
part of a coordinated revitalization atrategy. A public parking facility which may have direct benefit for
one district will have indirect benefits for other districts and for the Village as a whole.
Two aspects of the in-lieu fee program are essential to understand:
1. ft• fund■ are put toward developaent, or aaintenaace, of ■hared Village public parking facili.tie■.
They do not result in a reserved parking apace or spaces for those who pay the feea. Reserved parking
conflicts with the objective of maximizing the utility of all parking resources.
2. In-Lieu fee■ alone are not likely to equal the entire cost of new parking facilitie■ on a per space
ba■i■. They will need to be matched or leveraged with other funding sources. Because they are intended
to function as an incentive, in-lieu fees are not expected to cover the cost of remedying existing
parking deficits. In-Lieu feea will alao reflect the fact that public parking will be shared resulting
in better utilization and relatively lower costs in compariaion to the coat of exclusive on-site
private parking.
For the purposes of detennining participation in the Village Parking In-Lieu Fee Program, the Village is hereby divided into two (2) parking zones as shown
on Figure 16 {page 6-9). Developers/property owners will be eligible to participate in the program according to the parking zone in which they are located.
No redevelopment permit will be issued unless the appropriate decision-maker finds that:
I. The project is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Village Master Plan and Design Manual; and
2. The use is ~onsistent with the land use district in which the property is located; and,
3. Adequate public parking is available within the Village to accommodate the project's parking demand; and
4. The In-Lieu Fee Program has not been suspended or terminated by the Housing and Redevelopment Commission.
PARKING ZONES
Figure 16 identifies the zones for the In-Lieu Fee Parking Program. The participation restrictions outlined
below correspond to the appropriate zone number.
IONB #1:
Developers/property owners within this zone may be allowed to make an In-Lieu Fee payment for up to one
hundred percent (100\) of the on-site parking requirement for the proposed new development, conversion
and/or intensification of u ■e if the property is located within 600 feet of an existing public parking
facility. (See Figure 17 for existing public parking facility locations.)
If the property is not located within 600 feet of an existing public parking facility but a new facility is proposed to be constructed and available for use within
a period not to exceed two (2) years, a developer/property owners will be elig_ible to make an in-lieu fee payment for up to 100% of the on-site parking
~uirement
If the property is not, and will not soon be, located within 600 feet of an existing or proposed public
parking facility, a developer/property owner will be eligible to make an in-lieu fee payment for a maximum
of SO\ of the on-site parking requirement.
IOD #2:
Developers/property owners within this zone may be allowed to make an In-Lieu Fee payment for up to fifty
percent (SO\) of the on-site parking requirement for the proposed new development, conversion and/or
intensification of use if the property is located within 600 feet of an existing public parking facility.
(See Figure 17 for existing public parking facility locations.)
If the property is not located within 600 feet of an existing public parking facility but a new facility is proposed to be constructed and available for use within
a period not to exceed two (2) years, a developer/property owners will be eligible to make an in-lieu fee payment for up to 50% of the on-site parking
~uirement • •
If the property is not, and will not soon be, located within 600 feet of an existing or proposed public
parking facility, a developer/property owner will be eligible to make an in-lieu fee payment for a maximum
of 25\ of the on-site parking requirement.
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PUBLIC PARKING RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
In order to manage the existing public parking resources for the In-Lieu
Fee Program and insure timely construction of new public parking
facilities, the Housing and Redevelopment Department shall conduct a
Village Parking Utilii.ation Survey. The Housing and Redevelopment
Department may conduct the survey at any time when deemed
appropriate and/or necessary to insure the timely construction of new
public parking facilities and continuation of the In-Lieu Fee Program;
this may be on an aMual basis or several times a year. Upon reviewing
the survey results, if the Department finds that there are insufficient
public parking resources during peak hours/days to accommodate
additional requests from developers/property owners to make an In-Lieu
Fee payment for on-site parking in either zone, the Department shall
recommend to the Housing and Redevelopment Commi~ion that this
policy be temporarily suspended until additional parking capacity has
been provided or is sufficiently committed to insure the timely
development of additional public parking facilities.
By aMually reviewing the status of the In-Lieu Fee Program and plans
for constructing new public parking facilities as appropriate, the Housing
and Redevelopment Commission will ensure that implementation of this
parking program/option will not have a significant adverse impact on
public parking resources within the Village Redevelopment Area.
The Housing and Redevelopment Commi~on shall aMually determine
the appropriate public parking utilization ratio to be considered in
determining whether or not there are adequate public parking resources
available to continue the program.
SETTING THE PARKING IN-LIEU FEE
The methodology for determining the In-Lieu Fee Parking Fee and the
respective amount of the fee shall be fixed by a schedule adopted, from
time to time, by resolution of the Housing and Redevelopment
Comm~on in accordance with the Housing and Redevelopment
Commi~on Policies and Procedwes Manual..
The fee shall be set at a given percentage of the total cost of providing a
single above growid structured public parking space; the percentage shall
be set by the Housing and Redevelopment Commission as pan of the
"method" for determining the fee. This percentage shall recogniz.e the
fact that the in-lieu fees will need to be matched or leveraged in order to
produce public parking for the Village and that public parking will be
jointly used by developers paying the In-Lieu fee. The fee is not
expected to cover the entire cost of providing a single space of public
parking. The fees will be pooled and matched/leveraged to produce
additional parking facilities.
For more details on the methodology to be used for establishing the fee
for the program, reference should be made to the Housing and
Redevelopment Commisgon Policies and Procedures Manual.
PARKING ZONES FOR IN-LIEU FEE PROGRAM
Figure 16 (page 6-9) provides a map which sets forth the boWldaries for
the two (2) zones for the In-Lieu Fee Parking Program. 1hc participation
restrictions oudined in the previous pages correspond to the zone number
indicated on the following map shown in Figure 16. Figure 17 (page 6-
10) provides a map of the various public parking lots which are located
within the Village Redevelopment Area .. As oudined in the previous
pages on the In-Lieu Fee program, the location of the public parking lots
is used to detennine the percentage of the on-site parking requirement
which can be satisfied through payment of a parking in-lieu fee.
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CARI.SBAD VILLAGE
REDEVELOPMENT
PARKING PLAN
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PARKING MANAGEMENT PLAN
A common problem within downtown areas is that of merchant and
employee utili7.ation of prime customer parking. In the Village
Redevelopment Area, the Redevelopment Agency will implement two
(2) programs for parking management purposes.
First, in the core downtown area (see Figure 18 for the boundaries), all
on-street parking will be limited to two (2) hours maximum (no less),
unless a street or a portion of the street has already been posted as a "no
parking area" such as Carlsbad Village Drive or has a more restrictive
time constraint. If not already posted, the Redevelopment Agency will
work with the City Council to obtain ordinance changes authorizing,
with the recommendation of the Traffic Commission and City Traffic
Engineer, to approve the two (2) hour parking restrictions and posting
of the appropriate signs in accordance with the policy of so restricting
traffic in the areas indicated on Figure 18. The Agency will work with
the City's Police Department for enforcement of the two (2) hour
parking restriction.
All public parking lots within the core downtown area shall remain with
unlimited parking -no time restrictions. The lots will be available for
• merchants/employees in the Village who need all day parking and/or
customers who will be in the area for longer than two (2) hours.
Second, in all areas of the Village, t,ie Redevelopment Agency will
work with the Village Business Association to establish a program
designed to encourage merchants and their employees to use non-prime
parking in an effort to make the prime parking available to customers of
all businesses in a given area. If efforts to gain voluntary compliance are
unsuccessful, the Agency will work with the Village Business
Association to establish a Parking Management Plan which may be
much more aggressive and tailored to specific downtown problems. The
compliance measures for the Plan could range from employee parking
stickers, to license plate checks and fines.
PARKING IMPROVEMENTS
Parking improvements within the Village Redevelopment Area shall
reflect the following policies:
1. Improvements should enhance both real and perceived supply of
parking.
2.
3.
4.
Shared lot arrangements should be established or facilitated
wherever possible. Most areas within the Village do not have a
supply problem as much as a utility and distribution problem.
To minimize visual impacts and disruption of commercial
frontages, new lots should be constructed off the main
thoroughfares. They should be distributed throughout the
Village, rather than concentrated in a single location. They
should incorporate attractive design features and landscaping that
complements the image of the Village.
Parking structures should be used when parking opportunities
are constrained by land availability or negative impacts on
adjacent commercial or residential fabric. If located on a
thoroughfare, they should always include first floor commercial
uses.
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The map provided in Figure 18 indicates the
boundaries of the area for two (2) hour
parking restrictions with the Village
Redevelopment Area. As shown on the map,
the two (2) hour parking restrictions
shall be limited to the core downtown area.
All on-street parking within the area
identified in Figure 18 will be restricted
to two (2) hour parking, with approval
of the appropriate ordinance by the City
Council as recommended by the Traffic
Commission. The two (2) hour parking
restriction will not apply to public
parking lots within the boundaries of
the time-restricted parking area.
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DESIGN REVIEW AND
DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL PROCESS
REDEVELOPMENT PERMITS
Administrative Responsibilities
The Housing and Redevelopment Director
shall have the responsibility for the
administration of the Redevelopment
Permit Process. The Director's duties
include, but are not limited to, the
following: 1) reviewing applications and
making a determination of completeness
for processing purposes; 2) making project
exempt determinations as related to permit
requirements or identifying the type of
redevelopment/coastal development permit
required, if project is not exempt;
3) maintaining records of project exempt
determinations as related to requirements
for redevelopment or coastal development
permits; 4) approval or denial of admini-
trative permits; 5) referral of non-
administrative permits to the Design
Review Board and Housing and
Redevelopment Commission, as
appropriate; and 6) physical preparation
and delivery of the approving documents
and permits related to the subject project.
Staff of the Housing and Redevelopment
Department, acting under the supervision
of the Housing and Redevelopment
Director, shall be responsible for
coordinating all activities leading to
approval, or denial of a Redevelopment
Permit. Such activities may include, but are
not limited to, document processing, report
writing, scheduling of Design Review Board
and Housing and Redevelopment
Commission public meetings and hearings,
and preparation of recommendations,
meeting minutes and resolutions.
General Policy
Due to the complexity of overlapping areas
of authority, the permit process for the
Village Redevelopment Area has been
designed to address 1) the goals and
objectives for the Village Redevelopment
Area as a whole and 2) the goals and
objectives of the Coastal Commission for
the portion of the Village Redevelopment
Area which lies within the Coastal Zone
Boundaries.
The permit structure which is summarized
on the following page (7-2) combines the
permit requirements for the redevelopment
area and the coastal zone.
Unless a project is exempt from the permit
requirements noted herein and set forth in
Chapter 21.35 of the Carlsbad Municipal
Code, a redevelopment permit is required.
If the property for the subject project is
also located in the Coastal Zone, a coastal
development permit is required in addition
to the redevelopment permit, unless the
project is exempt as noted herein and set
forth in Chapter 21.81 of the Carlsbad
Municipal Code.
Exempt projects: Projects in the Village
Redevelopment Area which are exempt
from Coastal Development Permits, per the
Coastal Commission Act, are also exempt
from Redevelopment Permit requirements.
Administrative projects. Projects which are
eligible for an administrative redevelopment
permit are also eligible for an admini-
strative coastal development permit.
Revised, 10/4/95
Minor or Major Redevelopment projects.
For projects within the coastal zone, a
coastal development permit will be
processed concurrently with the minor or
major redevelopment permit. As a note,
variances can only be approved by the
Design Review Board or Housing and
Redevelopment Commission. A minor or
major redevelopment permit, therefore, will
be required for any project application
which includes a request for a variance,
even if that project would have otherwise
been exempt from the permit requirements
or eligible for an administrative permit.
The various types of permits required
within the Village Redevelopment Area are
further defined within Chapters 21.35 and
21.81 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code. The
policies and procedures for processing
redevelopment and coastal development
permits are further defined within the
Housing and Redevelopment Commission
Policies and Procedures Manual.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Revised, 10/4/95
EXEMPT ADMINISTRATIVE MINOR MAJOR
REDEVELOPMENT REDEVELOPMENT REDEVELOPMENT
Interior or Exterior Improve-1. New construction of building(s) or 1. New construction of building(s) 1. New construction of building{s)
ments to existing structures addition(s) to the building footprint or addition(s) to the building or addition(s) to the building
which do not result in the which have a building permit footprint which have a building footprint which have a building
intensity of use of a structure 1; valuation which is equal to or less permit valuation which is greater permit valuation which is greater
and/or than $99111: and/or than $§QiQQQ but less than than $150,000.
$150,000.
Additions to existing structures 2. Interior or Exterior Improvements to
which result in a cumulative existing structures which result in
increase of less than 10% of the an intensity of use; and/or
internal floor area; and/or
Changes in permitted land uses 3. Provisional Land Uses, where a
which do not require site minor or major redevelopment
changes, result in increased permit is not required.
ADT, result in increased parking
requirements, or result in
compatibility issues or 4. Changes jn permitted land uses
problems; and/or which result in site changes,
increased ADT, increased parking
Landscaping on the lot unless it requirements, or result in
will result in erosion or damage compatibility issues/problems;
to sensitive habitat; and/or and/or
Repair or Maintenance 5. Signs for existing businesses or
Activities2; and/or facilities; and/or
Activities of public utilities; and 6. Repair or Maintenance Activities
which are not exempt; and
1 See Section 21.81.030 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code for exceptions to when a project is exempt from permit requirements for
redevelopment and/or coastal development purposes.
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2See Section 21.81.035 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code for exceptions to when a project is exempt from permit requirements for
redevelopment or coastal development purposes.
Revised 10/4/95
REDEVELOPMENT PERMITS
Authority for Approval
Exempt projects: The Housing and
Redevelopment Director shall be responsible
for determining whether or not a project is
exempt from the permit requirements and
maintaining the record of exemption.
Administrative permits: The Housing and
Redevelopment Director shall have the
authority to approve, approve with conditions,
or deny an administrative permit for an
eligible administrative project. No action is
needed by the Design Review Board or the
Housing and Redevelopment Commission.
Minor Redevelopment permits: The Design
Review Board shall have the authority to
approve, approve with conditions, or deny
Minor Redevelopment Permits. The Design
Review Board shall also act upon appeals
from decisions made by the Housing and
Redevelopment Director.
Major Redevelopment permits: The Housing
and Redevelopment Commission shall have
the authority to approve, approve with
conditions, or deny Major Redevelopment
Permits following receipt of a
recommendation from the Design Review
Board. The Commission shall also act upon
appeals from decisions made by the Design
Review Board.
Consolidation of Permits
Whenever several different types of permits
or approvals are required for a project, the
decision-making body on all of the permits
shall be the body with the highest level
authority on any of the individual permits.
This means that the Director, or the Design
Review Board or the Housing and
Redevelopment Commission will be the
decision-making body on all actions,
including the highest and lowest level
permits.
Appeal Process
Exempt projects: For projects within the
Coastal Zone, the Executive Director of the
Coastal Commission, or the Coastal
Commission, shall have the authority to
resolve disputes regarding determinations of
exemptions. For projects located within the
Redevelopment Area but not in the Coastal
Zone, the determination of exemption made
by the Housing and Redevelopment Director
shall be final.
. Administrative permits: An appeal of a
decision made by the Housing and
Redevelopment Director on administrative
permits may be made to the Design Review
Board. All appeals must be made in writing
within ten (1 0) calendar days of the decision
made by the Housing and Redevelopment
Director. The decision of the Design Review
Board on appeals is final.
Minor Redevelopment permits: An appeal of
a decision made by the Design Review Board
on minor redevelopment permits may be
made to the Housing and Redevelopment
Commission. All appeals must be made in
writing within ten (1 0) calendar days of the
decision made by the Design Review Board.
The decision of the Housing and
Redevelopment Commission on appeals is
final.
Major Redevelopment permiM;. There is no
appeal from a decision made by the Housing
and Redevelopment Commission on major
redevelopment permits.
Coastal Development permits: If a project is
located within the Coastal Zone of the Village
Redevelopment Area and the local action is
appealable to the Coastal Commission, an
appeal must be submitted directly to the
Coastal Commission. Any person who wishes
to appeal a local action which is appealable
to the Coastal Commission should contact
the Housing and Redevelopment Department
or the local Coastal Commission office for
more information.
Coastal Development Permits
Unless found to be exempt, all development
within the Coastal Zone segment of the
Village Redevelopment Area shall be subject
to prior issuance of a Coastal Development
Permit. This permit may be administratively
approved by the Housing and Redevelop-
ment Director or subject to discretionary
approval by the Design Review Board or
Housing and Redevelopment Commission.
The permit summary chart on page 7-2
outlines the types of permits to be issued for
redevelopment projects. These permit types
apply to coastal development projects as
well. For example, if a redevelopment project
is located in the coastal zone and is eligible
for an administrative redevelopment permit,
then an administrative coastal development
permit will also be processed for the project.
The administrative responsibilities identified
for the Housing and Redevelopment Director
as well as staff of the Housing and Rede-
velopment Department shall also apply to the
processing of coastal development permits.
The appeal process is also the same for
coastal development permits, with the
exception that some permits issued within the
Coastal Zone are appealable to the Coastal
Commission.
PROCESSING PERMITS
The chart which follows this page is
provided to assist the applicant in
understanding the steps which will
generally be taken by staff and the
appropriate approving bodies to process
an application for a redevelopment
project.
It should be noted that approval of a
redevelopment or coastal development
permit is the first step for completing a
project within the Village Redevelopment
Area. Other permits, such as building
permits or business licenses, may arso be
required prior to initiation of a project or a
business. If a redevelopment or coastal
development permit is required, the
applicant will not be able to obtain
approval of any other required permits
until the redevelopment and/or coastal
development permit has been approved
by the appropriate body.
The Housing and Redevelopment
Commission Policies and Procedures
Manual should also be referenced for
information on the processing of
redevelopment and coastal development
permits within the Village Redevelopment
Area.
Revised 10/ 4/95
•
Exempt Projects
Staff completes exempt documentation.
Copy of exempt documentation is provided to applicant
and placed in the appropriate file.
Applicant applies for other permits or licenses, including
appropriate building permits and business license.
Process Ends.
PERMIT PROCESSING PROCEDURES
Administrative Coastal and
Redevelopment Permits
Applicant meets with Redevelopment, Staff for conceptual
review.
Applicant submits permit application and appropriate
exhibits to Com. Dev. Dept.
Application is reviewed for completeness and
identification of issues.
H application is complete, processing begins. Application
is then reviewed by all appropriate departments &
comments are provided to the H & A Director. If not
complete, application is returned to applicant for
resubmission at later date.
CEQA review is performed by Planning Department.
(once application is complete). 30 day review period is
provided for comments on environmental documentation,
if applicable.
Based upon comments from reviewing departments, a
preliminary decision is made by the H &A Director to
approve, approve wqh conditions or deny the requested
project permit. •
Appropriate persons are notified of pending decision and
invited to provide comments on the decision, either
verbally or in writing. to the H&R Director during a jq day
public revi-period. (Note: if the project is locatecf;;.,ithin
the appealable area of the Coastal Zone, an
administrative public hearing will be held and properly
noticed prior to the rendering of a final decision).
If project is denied, applicant may appeal to DAB; no
further notice to interested parties is provided unless
project is appealed by applicant.
If project is approved by the Director, appropriate
persons will be notified of the final decision and given 10
calendar days to appeal the decision to the DAB.
Following expiration of the 1 O day appeal period and if no
appeal is filed, applicant applies for other appropriate
permits and licenses. (Note: if the project is located
within the appealable area of the Coastal Zone, an
additional 1 o day appeal period is provided to interested
parties.)
Process Ends.
Minor Coastal and
Redevelopment Permits
Applicant meets with Redevelopment Staff for
conceptual review.
Applicant submits permit application and exhibits to
Com. Dev. Dept.
Application is reviewed for completeness and
identification of issues.
If application is complete, processing begins.
Application is then reviewed by all appropriate
departments & comments are provided to the H & A
Director. If not complete, application is returned to
applicant for resubmission.
CEQA review is performed by Planning Department.
(once application is complete). 30 day review period, or
longer, is provided for comments on environmental
documentation, if applicable.
Based upon comments, staff prepares a report with
recommendations for ORB action.
Staff sets agenda for DRB public hearing. Appropriate
notification is provided for the public hearing on the
permit. ORB holds a public hearing, considers
comments and then approves, approves with conditions
or denies the permit.
If project is denied, applicant may appeal to the Housing
and Redevelopment Commission. No further notice is
provided to interested parties unless project is appealed
by applicant.
If project is approved by the DAB, the decision is
appealable to the Housing and Redevelopment
Commission for 10 calendar days. Following expiration
of the 10 day appeal period and if no appeal is filed,
applicant applies for other appropriate permits and
licenses. (Note: if the project is located within the
appealable area of the Coastal Zone, an additional 10
day appeal period is provided to interested parties.)
..
Process Ends.
Revised. 10/4/95
Major Coastal and
Redevelopment Permits
Applicant meets with Redevelopment Staff for
conceptual review.
Applicant submits permit application and exhibits to
Com. Dev. Dept.
Application is reviewed for completeness and
identification of issues.
If application is complete, processing begins.
Application is then reviewed by all appropriate
departments & comments are provided to the H & A
Director. If not complete, application is returned to
applicant for resubmission.
CEQA review is performed by Planning Department.
(once application is complete). 30 day review
period or longer is provided for comments on
environ. documentation, if applicable.
Based upon comments, staff prepares a report with
recommendations for DRB's recommended action
to the Housing and Redevelopment Commission.
Staff sets agenda for DAB public hearing.
Appropriate no@cation is provided for the public
hearing on the permit. DAB holds a public hearing,
considers comments and then takes action to
approve a recommendation for the Housing and
Redevelopment Commission to approve or deny
the permit.
tt DAB takes action to recommend approval of the
permit, staff forwards the appropriate report to the
Housing and Redevelopment Commission for
consideration following a public hearing. The
Commission's action on the permit is final.
(Note: if the project is located within the appealable
area of the Coastal Zone, a 1 O day appeal period
is provided to interested parties.)
Proceea Ends.
7-5
REDEVELOPMENT PERMITS
Administrative Responsibilities
e Housing and Redevelopment Director
sti have the responsibility for the
admin ion of the Redevelopment
Permit P~IMLct, The Director's duties
include, but are fWl!imited to, the
following: 1) reviewing--.~plications and
making a determination ~ompleteness
for processing purposes; 2) king project
exempt determinations as relate rmit
requirements QI identifying the type o
redevelopment/coastal development perm
required, if project is not exempt;
3) maintaining records of project exempt
determinations as related to requirements
for redevelopment or coastal development
permits; 4) approval or denial of admini-
trative permits; 5) referral of non-
administrative permits to the Design
Review Board and t,iousing and
Redevelopment Commission, as
appropriate; and 6) physical preparation
and delivery of the approving documents
and permits related to the subject project.
Staff of the Housing and Redevelopment
Department, acting under the supervision
of the Housing and Redevelopment
Director, shall be responsible for
coordinating all activities leading to
approval, or denial of a Redevelopment
Permit. Such activities may include, but are
not limited to, document processing, report
writing, scheduling of Design Review Board
and Housing and Redevelopment
Commission public meetings and hearings,
and preparation of recommendations,
meeting minutes and resolutions.
General Policy
Due to the complexity of overlapping artHlS
of authority, the permit process for the
Village Redevelopment Area has been
designed to address 1) the goals and
objectives for the Village Redevelopment
Area as a whole and 2) the goals and
objectives of the Coastal Commission for·
the portion of the Village Redevelopment
Area which lies within the Coastal Zone
Boundaries.
The permit structure which is summarized
the following page (7-2) combines the
per • requirements for the redevelopment
area ancN4_e coastal zone.
strative coastal development permit.
Minor or Major Redevelopment projects.
For projects within the coastal zone, a
coastal development permit will be
processed concurrently with the minor or
major redevelopment permit. As a note,
variances can only be approved by the
Design Review Board or Housing and
Redevelopment Commission. A minor or
major redevelopment permit, therefore, will
be required for any project application
which includes a request for a variance,
even if that project would have otherwise
been exempt from the permit requirements
or eligible for an administrative permit.
~ The various types of permits required
Unless a project'is exempt from the permit within the Village Redevelopment Area are
requirements noted ~~n and set forth in further defined within Chapters 21.35 and
Chapter 21.35 of the CarlsQ_ad Municipal 21.81 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code. The
Code, a redevelopment permlt--~ required. policies and procedures for processing
If the property for the subject project is redevelopment and coastal development
also located in the Coastal Zone, a c~tal permits are further defined within the
development permit is required in additi°""-. Housing and Redevelopment Commission
to the redevelopment permit, unless the ~-, Policies and Procedures Manual.
project is exempt as noted herein and set '·,,
forth in Chapter 21.81 of the Carlsbad
Municipal Code. •
Exempt projects: Projects in the Village
Redevelopment Area which are exempt
from Coastal Development Permits, per the
Coastal Commission Act, are also exempt
from Redevelopment Permit requirements.
Administrative projects. Projects which are
eligible for an administrative redevelopment
permit are also eligible for an admini-
EXEMPT
1. Interior or Exterior lmprove-
me'Rts to existing structures
which'<Clo not result in the
intensity-Qf use of a structure 1;
and/or "-,,
2. Additions to existin
which result in a cumu ve
increase of less than 10%
internal floor area: and/or
3. Changes in permitted land uses
which do not require site
changes, result in increased
ADT, result in increased parking
requirements, or result in
compatibility issues or
problems: and/or
4. Landscaping on the lot unless it
will result in erosion or damage
to sensitive habitat; and/or
5. Repair or Maintenance
Activities2; and/or
6. Activities of public utilities; and
7. Project does not require a
variance of any type.
ADMINISTRATIVE
REDEVELOPMENT
1. New construction of building(s) or
addition(s) to the building footprint
• which have a building permit
valuation which is equal to or less
than $50,000; and/or
2. Interior or Exterior Improvements to
existing structures which result in
an intensity of use; and/or
3. visional Land Uses, where a
min or major redevelopment
permit is ot required.
4. Changes in permittecfs nd uses
which result in site chan ,
increased ADT, increased pa ng
requirements, or result in
compatibility issues/problems;
and/or
5. Signs for existing businesses or
facilities: and/or
6. Repair or Maintenance Activities
which are not exempt; and
7. Project does not require a variance
of any type.
MINOR
REDEVELOPMENT
1. New construction of building(s)
or addition(s) to the building
footprint which have a building
permit valuation which is greater
than $50,000 butless than
$150,000.
2. Variances for projects within this
category and those which would
otherwise be exempt or be
eligible for an administrative
permit as indicated within this
chart.
MAJOR
REDEVELOPMENT
1. New construction of building(s)
or addition(s) to the building
footprint which have a building
permit valuation which is greater
than $150,000.
2. Variances for projects within this
category.
~-. "' 1See Section 21.81.030 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code for exceptions to when a project is exempt from permit requirementsfor
redevelopment and/or coastal development purposes.
2See Section 21.81.035 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code for exceptions to when a project is exempt from permit requirements for
redevelopment or coastal development purposes.
ll C • l= I I ,E _ JLO .... -N1 . -RM .. -I.. L I I . l l. v0as1aI Deve10pmem permits: If a projeCt IS
Authority for Approval Appeal Proceaa
Exempt projects: The Housing and Exempt projects: For projects within the
Redevelopment Director shall be responsible Coastal Zone, the Executive Director of the
located within the Coastal Zone of the Village
Redevelopment Area and the local action is
appealable to the Coastal Commission, an
appeal must be submitted directly to the
Coastal Commission. Any person who wishes
to appeal a local action which is appealable
to the Coastal Commission should contact
the Housing and Redevelopment Department
or the local Coastal Commission office for
more information.
for detenniniog whether or not a project is Coastal Commission, or the Coastal
exempt from the permit requirements and Commission, shall have the authority to
maintaining the reco,rd of exemption. resolve disputes regarding determinations of
.,, . exemptions. For projects located within the
Administrative permits: The .. Housing and Redevelopment Area but not in the Coastal
Redevelopment Director shalri-14lve the Zone, the determination of exemption made
authority to approve, approve with-CQ,nditions, by the Housing and Redevelopment Director
or deny an admlnistrative permit for an",_ shall be final.
Coaatal Development Permits
eligible administrative project. No action i~ • . Unless found to be exempt, all development
needed by the Design Review Board or the ~ Administrative permits: An appeal of a within the Coastal Zone segment of the
Housing and Redevek>pment Commission. ·sion made by the Housing and Village Redevelopment Area shall be subject
Rede ment Director on administrative to prior issuance of a Coastal Development
Minor Redevelopment permits: The Design
Review Board shall have the authority to
approve, approve with conditions, or deny
Minor Redevelopment Permits. The Design
Review Board shall also act upon appeals
from decisions made by the Housing and
Redevelopment Director.
Major Redeyelopment permits: The Housing
and Redevelopment Commission shall have
the authority to approve, approve with
conditions, or deny Major Redevelopment
Permits following receipt of a
recommendation from the Design Review
Board. The Commission shall also act upon
appeals from decisions made by the Design
Review Board. •
permits made to the Design Review Permit. This permit may be administratively
Board. All appe must be made in writing approved by the Housing and Redevelop-.
within ten (10) calen days of the decision ment Director or subject to discretionary
made by the Housing an 8edevelopment approval by the Design Review Board or
Director. The decision of the '8e~ign Review Housing and Redevelopment Commission.
Board on appeals is final. ,....______ The permit summary chart on page 7-2
"-...._,_ outlines the types of permits to be issued for
Minor Redevelopment permits: An appe~~ redevelopment projects. These permit types
a decision made by the Design Review Board "-apply to coastal development projects as
on minor redevelopment permits may be '--,,, well. For example, if a redevelopment project
made to the Housing and Redevelopment ls-l~cated in the coastal zone and is eligible
Commission. All appeals must be made in for an. •dministrative redevelopment permit,
writing within ten (10) calendar days of the then an'ac:lministrative coastal development
decision made by the Design Review Board. permit will iitso be processed for the project.
The decision of the Housing and • •
Redevelopment Commission on appeals is The administrative responsibilities identified
final. for the Housing and Redevelopment Director
Major Redeveiopment permits. There is no.
appeal from a decision made by the Housing
and Redevelopment Commission on major
redevelopment permits.
as well as staff of the Housing and Rede-
velopment Department shall also apply to the
processing of coastal development permits.
The appeal process is also the same for
coastal development permits, with the
exception that some permits issued within the
Coastal Zone are appealable to the Coastal
Commission.
7-3
The chart which follows this page is
provided to assist the applicant in
understanding the steps which will
generally be taken by staff and the
aiiRropriate approving bodies to process·
an a~lication for a redevelopment
project."'-
lt should be n
redevelopment or stal development
permit is the first step , completing a
project within the Village evelopment
Area. Other permits, such as b • ing
permits or business licenses, may be
required prior to initiation of a project o
business. If a redevelopment or coastal
development permit is required, the
applicant will not be able to obtain
approval of any other required permits
until the redevelopment and/or coastal
development permit has been approved
by the appropriate body.
The Housing and Redevelopment
Commission Policies and Procedures
Manual should also be referenced for
information on the processing of
redevelopment and coastal development
permits within the Village Redevelopment
Area.
7-Y
Copv of .-npt ~ i1 provided to applicant
and plac8d In 1he approprill~•-
'"--Applicn appllee for other parmit1 «iiQen .... inducing
approp,Mlle bulldog permit9 lfld ~-
Pr-.. l!ndll. ~ .... __
PERMIT PROCESSING PROCEDURES
Admlnlalrallw COMUII and
Aeclewlopment Permlta
AppliCSll meet1 with Aedavalopma,t, Staff for conoeptual
rewiew.
Applicant 1Ubmill permit applicalion and appropriate
uhibita to Com. Dev. Dept.
Application i1 r811i-.d for complet-and
identification of I--.
If application i1 complete, proce88ing begins. Application
• a then revklwed by all appropriate departmenla &
Nii'!_,......, ,re provided to the H & A Director. II not
ccrnpeg;, ication ii re\\Jrned \o applican\ tor
reaJbmilllion dale.
CE~ reviaW i1 performed
(once application i1 complete).
provided IOI' C0l1YTMlf1II on em,irnnrir1'111llli-..dnr•..,,.,..,.;,
if applicable.
Baaed upon commentl from r811iewing departl'nenl9, a
prelimine,y decilion ia made by the H &A Director to
apprOIHI, apprOY8 with conditions or deny the requeated
project permit.
Appropriate perfl0nl •e notified of pending decilion and
invited to provide comnents on the decilion, either
verbally or in writing. to the H&R Director cuing a 7 day
public relli-period. (Note: if the project is located within
the appealable sea of the Coaatal Zone, .-.
adminillralive public helWing will be held and property
noticed prior to the rendering of a final decilion).
II project ia denied, applic.-.t may appeal to DAB; no
further notic:41 to lnteretlled pwties 11 prOllided uni-
project 11 appealed by appllcanl.
If project is apprOV'ed by the Director, appropriate
peraona will be notified of the final decilion and given 1 O
calendar c1aya to appeal the dec:illion to the DAB.
Following e,cpir81ion ol the 10 day appeal period and ii no
appeal is filed, applicant applies for other appropriate
permitl and Ii~. (NOie: ii the project is located
within the appealable area of the Coastal Zone, .-.
additional 10 day appeal period is prOllided to interested
pwtiea.)
Pr-Enda.
M1,-COM11111and
RedWllopmenl Permlla
Applicant meeta with AedeYelopment Stan for
oonceptual r--.
Applicant aubmts permit application and eichibita to
Com. Dev. Dept.
Applicelion is relli-i for oomplet-and
idenlificalion of i--.
If application 11 complete, prOC8111ing ~
Application is then r811i-.d by all appropriale
depstmenta & commenta •e provided to the H & A
Director. II oot complete, applicallon Is retuned to
appliCIWll for r81Ubmi98ion.
CE~ relli-Is performed by Ph1ming Department.
(once application is oomplete). 30 day r41111-period. or
longer, i1 provided for cormien11 on enwonmental
docunentation, ii applicable.
Based upon comments, staff prepares a report with
ommendalion1 for DAB revi-/action.
··~
"--,
Staff eels agenda RB public heiring. Appropriate
notification is provided
permit. DAB holdl a public
comments and then approves,
or denies the permit.
""--..... ', ,, ........
II project is denied, applic.-.t mey appeal to the HOUlirlg
Mid Redevelopment Commillllon. No further nocioe is '
provided to Interested pm-Ilea uni .. project ii appealed
by applicant.
11 project is epproNd by the DAB, the decilion is
appealable to the HOUling and Redewlopment
Comnillllon for 10 calencw dsyl. Following eocpration
ol the 10 day appeal period and if no appeal i1 filed.
applicalt appliel for other appropriate permil9 a'IC1
licensN. (Note: if the project i1 located wi1tin the
appealable ,rea d the Coastal Zone, ., adc:itional 10
day appeal period Is prOllided to irlterNt«I ~)
Applicant meets with Redewloprnanl Stlft for
conceptual r~.
Applic.-.t aibmill permt applielllion encl ..tibits to
Com. Dev. Dept. •
Application i1 r41111~ for oomplet.,... encl
Identification of 1--.
If applielllion i1 complete, prOCNlinQ begin■.
Applicelion ii then rewi~ by all approprilll•
departments & oon1118nt1 •• provided to the H & A
Director. If not complete, appliclllion ia reuned to
applic.-.t tor reabnllion.
CE~ relli-is performed by Plannng Oepertmtl 11
(once application is complete). 30 day r~
period or longer i1 provided tor OOlffllllllfa on
.-wiron. documentation, ii applicable.
Sued upon oommen11, stall prepar• a report with
recommendationa for DAB actK>n.
Staff NII agenda for DAB public heiring.
Appropriate notification i1 pro\'ided for the putllic
'-Ing on the permit. DAB holdl a public "-ing,
conlidera COIT'f'llWll8 and then tak• action to
appr<Mt a recorrmendetion tor the Houling encl
Redevslopment Comnllllon to COfllider « deny
the parmit.
If the project i1 denied by the ORB, the decilion is
~ uni-appealed by the applicant. No 1ur1tw
nclllca Is provided to inter81led Plftiel un1 ..
project is appealed.
If ORB takea action to reo011■11e11d apprOYII of lhe
permit, staff forwwda the appropriale report to the
HCIUling Mid ~opmn Comnlllicn for
001'11ideralion following a public ~-The
Commilllion'a action on Iha penm 11 final.
(Nate: if the project ii IOCaled wi1tin the appe■lable
•• of the Coastal Zone. a 10 day appeal period
i1 provided to lnter811ed pa-ti411.)
Applicant appliel for other pemill & Ii~.
~End,.
7-5
8
CIRCULATION
i ;
Village Circulation Plan
Primary Streets [!]
(!l Traffic Signal l······I
0 Proposed Traffic Signal I··· ·I
Figure 1q
Transit Center
Bicycle Routes
Future Potential
Bicycle Route
Figure 19 summarizes lhe circulation plan for the
Village Redevelopment Area. The map provided in
Figure 19 identifies the location of primary streets
in the Village, bicycle routes and the transit
center.
Vehicular Circulation
The existing village street network is adequate to
accommodate foreseeable future development
without major changes. Carlsbad Village Drive and
Carlsbad Boulevard are significant roadways in the
Village and carry the majority of traffic to and
through the area. Grand Avenue, Jefferson Street,
Roosevelt Street, State Street and short segment of
Oak A venue are significant feeder streets to the
Village. Other streets are largely local serving.
Bicycle Cin:ulation
Routes are as designated on the map in Figure 19
and as provided for in the Carlsbad General Plan.
The potential may exist in the future for a bicycle
path along the railroad right-of-way which would
add to the bicycle circulation element of this plan.
Tr.msit Cader
A commuter rail station and major bus transfer
node is located north of Grand Avenue between
State Street and Washington Street.
CIRCULATION PLAN
8-1
Future Pedestrian Walks will have:
• lnfonnal landscaping
•
•
•
Special lighting for visual interest and
safety.
Other uses (e.g .• residences) which
enhance the interest and safety of the
walkways.
Seating, mini•parks and childrm's play
areas.
Major Pedestri1n Streets will have:
• A high degree of retail continuity to acid
interest to the walking experience and
provide a strong focus of mail activity.
• Few curb cuts to minimia: pedestrian
conflicts with vebides.
Enhanced sidewalk paving and
landscaping.
A concentration of public and private
pedestrian amenities including benches,
flowers and special lighting.
Special storefront designs and signs.
Minor Pedestrian Streets will have:
. Continuous sidewalks
Street trees
Pcdcstrian•scale lighting
lnfonnal private landscaping
Landscaped setbacks
l
J
I
Pedestrian Framew"rk
I .
Figure20
1---1 Major Pedestrian Streets
I · • • • • • I Minor Pedestrian Streets
1-•••--l Future Pedestrian Walb
Pedestrian FrameHJork
Major, Minor and Future Pedestrian routes are
identified on the map of the Village provided within
Figure 20. Walking within the Village will be
encouraged and enhanced by sidewalb with
substantial pedestrian amenities and by building and
uses which enhance the pleasure of walkina.
CIRCULAnGN PLAN
8-2..
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SECTION III
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9
IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY
I j
VILLAGE IIIPLBIIBRTATIOII SDATBGY
In 1992, the Carlsbad Redevelopment
Agency initiated a comprehensive
review/evaluation of the Redevelop-
ment Area. The purpose of the
evaluation was to review what had
been accomplished to date in the
Village Redevelopment Area and what
was still needed or desired. The
goal was to create a "Master Plan"
for the Village Area which addressed
the following:
□ Identification of ■pacific
areas within the Village which
are, or will be, strong
candidate■ for rede•elopaeat
within the next 10 to 15
years;
□ Pro•i■ioa of an o•erall
de•elopaent strategy that
evaluate■ the ecoaoaic
potential of ••rioua
developaent aarketa aa they
relate to ■pacific ■itea
within the carlabad Village
Red••elopaea~ Ar-;
□ Batabli■haeat of specific
de•elopaent ataDdarda for
project■ within the Area;
□ The shift of eapba■i• froa
publicly-funded to pri•ately-
funded revitalisation effort■;
and,
□ Developaent of a strategy for
creating a strong ideati-
ficatioa or iaage for the
Village Redevelopaeat Area.
The first and second sections of
this document, the •Introduction•
and "Village Design Manual•, address
all of the above issues through the
establishment of l) a vision, goals
and objectives;.2) special develop-
ment opportunities; 3) design
guidelines; and, 4) universal and
specific development standards. The
l.
"vision• for the Village
Redevelopment Area helps to create
the identification or image for the
Area. The purpose of this third, and
final, section, entitled
"Implementation Strategy•, is to
outline additional actions which can
be taken, or programs which can be
implemented, to further assist in
the ongoing effort to revitalize the
Redevelopment Area and create the
·desired stronger image for the
Village.
Thia "Implementation Strategy" sets
forth an action framework for
various activities to be pursued
within the Village Redevelopment Area over the next 10 to 15 years
(until the Carlsbad Village
Redevelopment Plan expires). Thia
aecti~n provides guidance to the
Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency as to
the types of programs and activities
which will be pursued as part of the
revitalization/redevelopment
program.
To make the Village vision a
reality, a broad range of different
activities/actions are required that
will extend over many years. The
total effort will include some
direct public investment, joint
public/private effort and some
purely private actions, all
consistent with the goals and
overall program.
The public actions will include some
"carrots", such as direct public
investment, design assistance, and
assistance in finding or retaining
businesses that help meet program
goals. There will also be "sticks"
or rules to assure that standards
are adhered to and that activities
or projects which are inconsistent
with the program goals do not occur.
These rules are important because
private investment may not occur
unless businesses and property
owners know that others will be
required to meet the same standards
and quality levels. Th~ "Village
Design Manual" section of this
Master Plan document sets forth
these required rules for
development.
This third section of the document
sets forth guidance for the
"carrots" and the other activities
which are planned, or will be
pursued, to assist in revitalizing
the Area. The timetable for
implementing the activities within
this Master Plan document for the
Village is not date~specific.
Precise dates for various imple-
mentation activities of the program
are primarily a function of the
budgeting process as resources are
made available to support them.
There are two (2) basic documents
which will be used to set the
priorities for implementation of the
various programs outlined within
this Implementation Strategy. The
first is the Redevelopment Agency
Annual Budget which is adopted by
the first of each fiscal year. (July
1). Also, aa required by California
Redevelopment Law, the R~development
Agency must prepare a Five Year
Implementation Plan which includes
an outline of how the Agency will
expend ita funds on redevelopment
activities, including affordable
housing. This Implementation Plan
can be reviewed on an annual basis
and modified as necessary according
to applicable procedures set forth
within California Redevelopment Law.
The alloctaion of redevelopment fund
resources will be provideed within
these two (2) described documents.
Financing ·for redevelopment
activities is further described
below.
Cf-I
FIRAHCIJfG REDBVBLOPMBN'.r PROGRAMS
The Village Redevelopment Program ia
anchored by a concept of public/
private joint participation. Thia
public/private concept also includes
the mechanisms whereby the
Revitalization Program is financed.
U■e of Public Funds:
The primary source of funding for
projects in the Village Redevelop-
ment Area is "tax increment". These
funds are used to finance projects
which eliminate blight and have a
public benefit. Unfortunately, these
funds are fairly limited. Therefore,
in the years ahead, the Redevelop-
ment Agency will explore alternate
funding sources such as grants,
assessment districts, development of
a "Business Improvement District",
state and federal funding programs,
and any other eligible funding
mechanism which may be made
available to the Agency for
redevelopment activities.
As required by AB 1290 which was
effective January 1, 1994 and made
major changes to Redevelopment Law,
the Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency is
required to prepare a five year
implementation plan as indicated
above. The Agency approved its first
5 year plan in January, 1995. The
Plan highlights the expenditure plan
for the Village Redevelopment
Agency. As stated previously, this
Plan can be reviewed on an annual
basis, or more often if necessary,
and modified as appropriate to
reflect changes .in funding/project
priorities within the Village
Redevelopment Area and related to
expenditure of "tax increment" or
houisng set-aside funds. All
expenditures of redevelopment funds
must be consistent with this
required implementation plan in
order to comply with applicable
California Redevelopment Law.
As available and feasible, the
Agency will pursue other sources of
public funding which may be
available for funding redevelopment
or revitalization activities within
the Village Redevelopment Area.
U■e of Private Funds:
On the private side, the Village
Redevelopment Program is financed
through new development in the
Village and by individuals investing
in the improvement and upgrading of
the existing buildings in the area.
It is expected that the public
sector contribution will encourage
and stimulate an even greater
private sector investment in the
program. The proposed "Business
Retention Program" is also intended
to encourage private investment in
the Village by attracting viable
businesses to the area and identi-
fying needed services and amenities
conducive to retaining existing
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clusters in the Village.
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through private non-profit (or for
profit) interest groups, such aa the
Historical or Arts Society, will
also be used as appropriate to fund
various activities within the
Village Redevelopment Area.
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CIRCULATION IMPROVEMENTS
Generally, it has been determined
that the circulation system within
the Village Redevelopment Area is
adequate to support existing and
future development. However, a
number of areas within the Village
still need sidewalks and other
street improvements. As funds become
available and as private properties
are developed, the Carlsbad
Redevelopment Agency will continue
its efforts to provide sidewalks and
appropriate street improvements
throughout the Village to improve/
enhance vehicular and pedestrian
circulation.
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS
With completion of the five (S)
phases of the Streetscape Project,
much of the public improvement
program within the Village has been
accomplished. However, the
Redevelopment Agency will continue
ef.forts to complete public improve-
ments as appropriate over the next
ten (10) years. The following public
improvement projects will be
pursued: 1) street enhancements
(including decorative crosswalks,
landscaping and street furniture) to
Roosevelt Street from Carlsbad
Village Drive to Walnut Street; 2)
the conatruction of a boardwalk and
ocean scenic overlook at the end of
Carlsbad Village Drive; 3) Addition
of street trees and hanging flower
baskets at various locations in the
Village; 4) pedestrian scale
lighting throughout the Village; 5)
pedestrian connections between
Madison and Roosevelt Streets; 6)
enhanced public signage for such
facilities as public parking lots,
parks, etc.; 7) pursue development
of additional public restrooms
within the Village; 8) work with
SDG&E and private property
owners/developers to underground
utilities throughout the Village;
TRANSPORTATION
The Redevelopment Agency will
continue to support projects which
will enhance public transportation
opportunities for persons living,
working, shopping or visiting within
the Village Redevelopment Area.
The Commuter Rail and Bue Transfer
Station within the Village
Redevelopment Area will provide
opportunities for persons who live
in or around the Village to access
job sites in downtown San Diego or
in oth,er cities north/south of
Carlsbad. Eventually, the San Diego
Commuter Rail System will also
connect with the Commuter Rail
System (Metrolink) currently
operating in orange/Los Angeles
County; this will offer enhanced
public transportation opportunities
to pereons living in Carlsbad,
specifically the Village, and
commuting to jobs in other areas.
The Agency will pursue transit-
oriented developments which will
enchance this transportation center
within the Village.
As feasible and possible, the
Redevelopment Agency will also
encourage North County Transit
District to improve bus
transportation services both in and
around the Village Redevelopment
Area.
The Redevelopment Agency will also
research and pursue alternate forms·
of public transportation systems to
be used within the boundaries of the
Village and/or to selected locations
outside the Village suah as the City
Library, Parks, Recreation Centers,
etc. These alternate forms of
transportation to be pursued may
include, but are not limited to: 1)
a horse and carriage service; 2)
mini-trolley (motorized) syste~;
and/or, 3) a dial-a-ride van or cab
service.
To encourage the greater use of
bicycles and mopeds, the Agency will
pursue funding to install bike racks
in the various public parking lot■
within the Village and at various
locations on the public sidewalks
throughout the Village. Private
developers of new projects within
the Village will also be encouraged
to add bicycle racks on private
property to develop this "bicycle
friendly" environment. Additionally,
the Agency will work with the City••
Engineering Department to ensure
that there are adequate and safe
bicycle lanes within the Village to
enhance circulation opportunities
and reduce conflicts with vehicle■
and/or pedestrians.
CULTURAL FACILITIES
Toe development of cultural facilities in the Village
will add greatly to the attractiveness of the Village
as a destination for tourists and Carlsbad residents.
The Redevelopment Agency will work closely with
the Carlsbad Ans Commission and City's Ans
Manager to identify possible sites for additional
cultural facilities within the Village and/or for .
increasing cultural activity opportunities. Since the
Redevelopment Agency bas very limited resoun:es,
efforts will need to be made to explore and pursue
other funding sources, such as bonds or
state/federal grants, to assist in the effort to
develop these facilities and/or activity opportunities.
Strong support haa been expressed
for reopening the c•rlabad Theater
as a first run cinema and perhaps
other community uses, such as
dramatic preeentations, dance/music
recitals and more. Since the Theater
is currently privately owned, the
Agency has limited.authority to
implement this program. However, the
Agency will continue to encourage
the renovation of the Theater by
other private or public entitiea and
attempt to facilitate city approvals
to reopen the building according to
applicable development standards/
building codes. If it is not
possible to renovate and reopen the
Carlsbad Theater, the Agency will
pursue other opportunities which may
be preaented by other private or
public parties for providing new
cultural arts facilities, including
a theater, within the Village.
The Redevelopment Agency will work
with and support the City's Arts
Office efforts to sponsor a series
of on-going, ■mall-scale arts
activities within the Village to
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attract local residents to the area
in greater numbers.
Live/work accoamodations for local
artists will be encouraged by the
Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency. The
Village Land Use Plan has been
revised to allow these type of uses
in several of the land use districts
within the area. The Agency will
explore and consider the feasibility
of developing artist housing under
its affordable housing program.
Although the Agency does not develop
housing on its own, a private
developer (for project or non
profit) may be willing to work with
the Agency to develop affordable
housing and work space opportu-
nities in the Village. If the Agency
is able to identify a private
developer who is willing to own and
operate artist housing which
provides work space, the Agency will
work with the developer to
facilitate completion of the
project. In providing these live/
work opportunities for artists, the
Agency will encourage the adaptive •
reuse of existing commercial
buildings in the Village which may
also have local historical
significance.
The Redevelopment Agency will
research and consider the
feasibility of creating a cultural
district within the Village
Redevelopment Area. The Agency will
also encourage and attempt to
facilitate formation or development
of an "Artist Park" or "Artist
Plaza" to provide local artists with
a place to create and display their
art. These areas could be provided
in the open or in storefront
galleries/studios.
The Agency will also continue to
work with the City•a·Arts Department
to create opportunities for short-
term work, exhibit and public spaces for artists in the Village. The
revieed Land Uee Plan for the
Village Redevelopment Area allow•
sidewalk vendors as a provisional
use in several districts within the
Village. The definition of sidewalk
vendor includes street artists and
atreet muaioiana. Thia will create
one type of public space which can
be uaed by artists in the Village.
To assist in financing public art,
the Redevelopment Agency shall
require that 1, of the total
construction cost of any publicly-
funded project built within the
Village be made available for a
public art element within the given
project or at a later date at an
alternate location within the
Village. The public art element will
be approved by the process aet forth
by the Carlsbad City Council.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
The Redevelopment Agency shall work with the
Historic Preservation Commission and/or Historical
Society to facilitate the development of a walking
tour of historic sites in the downtown area. The
Agency will work with the Commission/Society to
identify sources of funding which may be available
for financing the costs of "identifier" or "historical
landmark" signs as part of this program. The
Agency will also consider incorporating a signage
program related to cultural resources as part of the
walking tour/signage program.
Every effort will be made by the Redevelopment
Agency to work with private property owners to
preserve buildings and/or other historical landmarks
within the Village Redevelopment Area as part of
the downtown revitaliz.ation program. The Agency
will encourage and facilitate the development of a
proposed museum in the Village which will provide
for the preservation of local historical artifacts.
The Carlsbad Redevelopment Agency
will research and consider the
feasibility of creating a historic
district within the Village
Redevelopment Area to assist in the
effort to preserve the history of
Carlsbad and, more specifically, the
Village. At a minimum, the Agency
will prepare a "key" or "overlay
map" which clearly identifies the
historic buildings and other
structures within the Village to
increase the awareness of the
historical significance of the area
and various buildings and to
coordinate efforts to redevelop
sites or construct new projects in a
"history sensitive" manner.
The Agency will also encourage the
preservation of the hispanic culture
and history within the Barrio
Carlsbad community of the Village
Redevelopment Area. A Hispanic
Culture Development Theme has been
established for the area on
Roosevelt Street between Carlsbad
Village Drive and Walnut Avenue.
Efforts will be made by the
Redevelopment Agency to encourage
land uses within the area which
respect and enhance the hispanic
culture and history within the area.
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ECONOMIC RBSTllUCTURING
One purpose of the Village Master
Plan and Deaign Manual is to
restructure the mix of uses in the
Village over the long term to be
more mutually supportive and to
increase the area's economic
vitality. The materials in this
section of the Implementatin
Strategy deal not with controls and
programs but rather general
strategies for change of a period of
years.
A "Business Retention and
Recruitment Program" will be
developed for the downtown area. The
program will include 1) an
indentification of special problems
faced by small downtown businesses
for discussion and possible
resolution by the Redevelopment
Agency and/or the Village Business
Association; 2) identification of
new businesses desired within the
Village; 3) preparation of Village
promotional materials; and, 4)
establishment of outreach efforts to
attract specific-businesses to
occupy available spaces in the
downtown. As appropriate and
consistent with applicable policies,
the Agency may provide financial
assistance and/or incentive funding
to desirable businesses and/or
redevelopment projects to be
constructed within the area.
The Agency will research and pursue,
if appropriate, establishment of a
Buain••• Iaprov-•nt Diatrict (BID)
to fund special projects within the
Village Area. The funds provided
through the BID could be used for l)
promotion and marketing of the
Village; 2) increased security and
parking enforcement; 3) maintenance
and enhancement of landscaping; 4)
additional lighting and parking; 5)
small business counseling services
aa well as other projects/activities
which may address the problem• of
small downtown businesses.
In addition to the above programs,
with assistance from the Village
Business Association, the Agency
will pursue development of a
"Business Directory and Community
Building Identification Program".
This program may include, but is not
limited to:
,¢, ~ kiosk or business directory
sign program which would be
accessed by the customer to
identify the location of
businesses and/or community
buildings within the Village
Redevelopment Area. These
kiosks could be placed at
various locations, such as
public parking lots, through-
out the Village for
directional purposes. This
program could be similar to
the business directory
provided within a shopping
mall or it could simply
provide an opportunity for
businesses to display
information related to their
business.
A "Business Directo~y" which
could be published for
distribution to visitors
and/or local residents for
business identification and
directional purposes.
A Street Signage Program which
would enchance existing
signage to identify key
landmarks within the Village
and/or various community
facilities.
BUILDING IMPRQYEMENTS
AD i■prov-■-D1; of tbe overall
Village environ■ental and viaual
i■age i• an i■portant part of tbe
co■prehen■ive Na■ter Plan for
revitalisation of the dOWDtown
redevelopaent area.
'rhe Agency will develop, iapl-ent
and fund a "Building Facade
Iaprov-ent and Signage De■ign
A••i■tance Prograa• to provide an
incentive for bu■ine••••/propertr
owner■ to co■plete ■oae facade
iaproveaent■ for area beautification
purpo■ea. Also, funding for de■ip
a■■i■tance for new ■ignage will
hopefully encourage bu■ine■••• to
revi•• and update outdated ■ipage
and to co■ply witb tbe new ■ign
■tandard■ for tbe Village Area.
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ROLES AlfD USPONSIBILITIBS
The Carlsbad Redevelopaeat
Agency, with direction,
support and guidance from the
Housing and Redevelopnent
Commission (City Council)
and/or Design Review Board
(Planning C0111111ission for the
Village Redevelopment Area),
will have the overall
responsibility for initiating
and coordinating implementa-
tion activitiea. Fund•
invested in the downtown area
will be for the purpose of
carrying out the Agency's
rasponaibilities for planning
and land uae regulation•, and
for stimulating greater
private investment which will
provide benefit■ to the city
aa a whole. The Agency will
aleo be re■pon■ible for the
deeign, award of construction
contracts and supervision of
con■truction of any public
improvement• planned for the
Village. Thi■ ■hall also mean
that the Agency will serve in
a liaiaon role between the
City and other public agencies
which may seek to complete
improvement■ and/or projects
within the boundaries of the
Village Redevelopment Area.
The primary role of the Agency
shall be to serve as a
catalyst to get activities
■tarted. Thi■ action muat be
matched by private commit-
ment■ to warrant the continued
allocation of public staff
reeourcea and funding.
The Village Buaiaess
Aaaociat:ion will be
responsible for organizing its
. membership in ■upport of
downtown revitalization and
promotional efforts for the
downtown area. Such activities
will include advertiaing and
special event• as well as the
diaaemination of important
information and the represen-
tation of downtown business
interests before the Agency,
City Boards and Commissions.
The Village Property Ot#ners
and Business owners shall be
responsible for funding their
fair share of physical
improvements and/or projects
which affect the value of
their downtown prope~ties. In
addition, they will be asked
to carry out improvements to
their property to enhance the
downtown shopping environment
and improve the area•• compe-
titiveness relative to other
regional shopping areas.
The Village Residents will be
responsible for supporting the
implementation of downtown
improvements and/or projects
which have benefit to the area
as a whole. The resident■
should also communicate with
the community leaders to
ensure that problems within
the area are being adequately
addresaed and to aid in the
effort to create a Village
t·hat is "a comfortable place
·to be" and offers a variety of
opportunities.
COIICLUSION
To be successful, this entire
Village Master Plan and Design
Manual builds upon the· govern-
mental leader•• commitment to
the downtown,.the momentum for
improvement established by the
businesses, residents and
property owners and the spirit
of cooperation among all the
various parties acting within
the Village Redevelopment
Area. Implementation of the
Village Master Plan and Design
Manual will be a shared
private/public partnership
with many contributing to its
succe■■ and All benefitting
from the redevelopnent and
revitalization efforts.
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