HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinances_2961ORDINANCE NO. 2961
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS
AMENDING TITLE 18 (ZONING REGULATIONS) OF THE REDLANDS
MUNICIPAL CODE TO PERMIT AGRICULTURAL TOURISM AND
RELATED LAND USES, AND ADOPTING NEW ZONING REGULATIONS
AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR AGRITOURISM AND RELATED
USES IN THE A-1, AGRICULTURAL ZONE.
WHEREAS, Two Canyons Farmers Guild ("Applicant"), has submitted an
application for Ordinance Text Amendment No. 366 to amend RMC Title 18 (Zoning
Regulations), Chapter 18.20, to permit agricultural tourism and related ancillary land uses
as permitted or conditionally permitted uses within the A-1, Agricultural District; and,
WHEREAS, on February 27, 2024, the Planning Commission held a public hearing
and considered the staff report, oral report, the testimony and written evidence submitted
by City staff; and,
WHEREAS, on February 27, 2024, the Planning Commission held a public hearing
and considered the testimony and written evidence submitted by the Applicant and the
general public; and,
WHEREAS, on February 27, 2024, the Planning Commission unanimously
recommended that the City Council approve Ordinance Text Amendment No. 366; and,
WHEREAS, on or about March 22, 2024, the City Clerk gave notice by publication
in a newspaper of general circulation of the holding of a public hearing at which Ordinance
No. 2961 would be considered by City Council; and
WHEREAS, on April 2, 2024, the City Council held a public hearing and considered
the staff report, oral report, the testimony and written evidence submitted by City staff, the
Applicant, and the public; and,
WHEREAS, adoption of the proposed ordinance qualifies for exemption from
environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in
accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3); and,
WHEREAS, after closing the public hearing and deliberating upon the matter, the
City Council finds that the proposed amendment to Title 18 (Zoning Regulations) of the
Redlands Municipal Code will be consistent with the public health, safety, and general
welfare; and,
WHEREAS, Action 4-A.40 in the 2035 General Plan states, "Permit commercial
functions related to agricultural uses to encourage the sustainability of farming in
Redlands and the Planning Area. Such functions can include: roadside stands, packing
and processing operations, agri-tourism events, and bed -and -breakfast inns. Amend the
Zoning Ordinance to permit such uses."
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NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDLANDS DOES
ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. General Plan Consistency. The proposed Ordinance Text
Amendment is consistent with the City of Redlands General Plan 2035, including Principle
4-P.23, Action 4-A.37, and Action 4-A.40.
SECTION 2. Approval of Ordinance Text Amendment No. 366 to RMC Section
18.20.030. The proposed amendment to Title 18 of the Redlands Municipal Code,
Chapter 18.20 (A-1 Agricultural District), Section 18.20.030, entitled "Permitted Uses," is
hereby amended to read as follows:
"Principal permitted uses in the A-1 zone include:
A. Accessory public parking areas which serve existing public facilities such as parks,
trails or linear parks, or similar public uses, pursuant to the review procedures set
forth in section 18.12.190 of this title for lots containing ten thousand (10,000) square
feet or less or twenty (20) spaces or fewer. In this instance, "accessory" shall mean
that the parking area is accessory to the existing land use of either park, trail or linear
park, or similar public use.
B. Apiaries, provided that no hives or boxes housing bees are kept closer than three
hundred feet (300') from any dwelling other than that occupied by the owner of the
apiary.
C. Farms or ranches for the grazing, breeding or raising of not more than two (2) horses,
cattle, pigs, goats or sheep per acre. Except for the keeping of up to three (3) horses,
as provided for in sections 18.44.020 through 18.44.050 of this title of the R-1 zone,
no animal(s) shall be housed or corralled closer than five hundred feet (500') from
any existing residence in the R-1, R-1-D, R-2, R-2-2000 or R-3 zone, or one hundred
feet (100') from any property line.
D. Farms or ranches with non-commercial or incidental keeping of poultry. No more
than one hundred (100) chickens or poultry for each contiguous one acre of lot area;
provided, however, that such fowl are housed or corralled at least five hundred feet
(500') from any residential zone, church, school, park or hospital, or one hundred feet
(100') from any property line.
E. Horse boarding.
F. Orchards, groves, nurseries, the raising of field crops, tree crops, berry crops, bush
crops, truck gardening and commercial flower growing.
G. Single-family residences; provided, however, that there shall be not more than two (2)
dwellings on each parcel of five (5) acres or more. Where parcels of land are already
subdivided into parcels less than five (5) acres in area, there shall be permitted one
dwelling for each lot, provided the lot contains dimensions and an area equivalent to
the closest single-family residential zone.
H. The sale of fruit, vegetables, produce, flowers, eggs/meats, and other similar products
grown on the property; provided, however, that roadside stands located on private
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property used for such sales shall not exceed one thousand two
hundred (1,200) square feet. Roadside or other interior stands shall include
architectural treatment that blends the structure into the rural open space character
of the area. Exterior treatment materials consisting of primarily natural materials
such as wood, stone, brick, or stucco are permitted. Roof materials shall be fire-
resistant and may include metal roofing. Structures with predominantly metal siding,
or other structures or objects not originally designed as occupiable structures (such as
shipping containers or otherwise utilizing corrugated metal), are prohibited. Roadside
stands for serving customers shall comply with all applicable provisions of the
California Building Code (including ADA accessibility), Redlands Municipal Code
Title 15 (Buildings and Construction), and California Fire Code.
I. Compost production and processing, not to exceed a total of nine hundred (900) tons
per year for on -site use, which may include incidental sale of compost for off -site use
(not to exceed 25% of the total cubic yards produced), and no piling or storage of
compost higher than fifteen feet above ground level.
J. Related ancillary activities including agritourism activities that are secondary and
supplemental (not to exceed 25% of the land area in active agriculture/ranching) to the
primary agricultural uses of the land, including the following:
1. Preparation of farm -to -table meals (for on -site or off -site consumption).
2. Retail sale of ancillary farm grown products, prepackaged food items,
gardening tools, and other small food- or farm -related sundry items to
individual consumers.
3. Retail self -pick or u-pick by customers of produce grown on -site (not to
exceed 150 persons daily).
4. Temporary holiday sales facilities, including but not limited to pumpkin lots
and tree lots, subject to approval of a permit in accordance with Chapter
18.194 of this title.
5. Walking tours, day classes, farm experience excursions, living history farms,
processing demonstrations (not to exceed 150 persons daily)."
SECTION 3. Approval of Ordinance Text Amendment No. 366 to RMC Section
18.20.050. The proposed amendment to Title 18 of the Redlands Municipal Code,
Chapter 18.20 (A-1 Agricultural District), Section 18.20.050, entitled "Conditional Uses,"
is hereby amended to read as follows:
"Uses permitted by conditional use permit in the A-1 zone include:
A. Accessory public parking areas which serve existing public facilities such as parks,
trails or linear parks, or similar public uses, containing more than ten thousand
(10,000) square feet or twenty (20) spaces. In this instance, "accessory" shall mean
that the parking area is accessory to the existing land use of either park, trail or linear
park, or similar public use.
B. Aviaries and hatcheries.
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C. Dairies, including the processing of milk.
D. Farms or ranches for commercial raising of poultry or rabbits. No more than five
hundred (500) poultry or rabbits for each twenty thousand (20,000) square feet of lot
area; provided, however, that such rabbits or fowl are kept at least fifty feet (50') from
any property line, and five hundred feet (500') from any residential zone, church,
school, park or hospital.
E. Grange halls and similar uses incidental to the promotion and development of sound
agriculture.
F. Related ancillary activities to agricultural or ranching operations, including
agritourism activities, that are secondary and supplemental to the primary agricultural
uses of the land (not to exceed 25% of the land area in active agriculture/ranching),
including but not limited to the following:
1. Bed and breakfast, resort hotel, farm -stay, or general tent camping/glamping
facilities (no motor vehicles or trailers).
2. Food processing operations, wholesale or retail (including canning, food
packaging, with or without ancillary on -site retail food sales).
3. Compost production and processing that exceeds a total of nine hundred (900)
tons per year for on -site use, with or without incidental sale of compost for off -
site use.
4. Educational farm camp (day camp and/or overnight camp).
5. Harvest festivals, seasonal or special events, or other periodic assembly uses.
6. Retail self -pick or u-pick by customers of produce grown on -site (with more than
150 persons daily).
7. Tours, day classes, and farm experience excursions (with more than 150 persons
daily).
8. Sales of other food or beverage products, with a portion of the ingredients sourced
on -site.
9. Wineries, including the following related ancillary activities:
a. Wine tasting room;
b. Retail sale of vintner products, which must include some products that are
produced on -site; and,
c. Hospitality activities limited to the education of growing vineyards or the
production of wine, provided that not more than forty percent (40%) of the
interior floor area is utilized for such activity.
G. Riding stables or academies; provided, that the minimum lot size for such use shall be
not less than five (5) acres, and that all such buildings for the housing, feeding or
rental of such animals shall be at least one hundred feet (100') from any property line,
and five hundred feet (500') from any R-S or R-1 zone, church, school, park or
hospital.
H. Wedding venue, indoors or outdoors, on non -prime agricultural land or soils.
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I. Water harvesting, no bottling on site."
SECTION 4. Approval of Ordinance Text Amendment No. 366 to add new RMC
Section 18.20.200. The proposed amendment to Title 18 of the Redlands Municipal Code,
Chapter 18.20 (A-1 Agricultural District), is hereby amended to add Section 18.20.200,
entitled "Development Standards for Agritourism Facilities," as follows:
"18.20.200: AGRITOURISM FACILITIES AND ACTIVITIES:
A. Definition of Agritourism. Agritourism is the act of visiting a working farm/ranch or
agricultural operation for the purpose of enjoyment, education, or active involvement in
the activities of the farm/ranch or agricultural operation that adds to the economic
viability of the agricultural operation. Agritourism activities are secondary and
supplemental to the agricultural uses of the land, and do not create conflicts with
agricultural activities on said lands and/or adjacent lands.
B. Purpose. Agritourism allows for enhanced economic viability of working farms while
maintaining the rural character of agricultural districts for the continued operation and
preservation of farming and ranching land uses. All activities shall be consistent with The
Right to Farm Act (Calif. Civil Code §3482.5).
C. Definition of Non -Prime Agricultural Land. Land that is not "prime agricultural
land" as defined by the California Department of Conservation is the preferred location
for agritourism activities and any structures or improvements appurtenant thereto. Land
that is defined as "prime agricultural land" means those lands and soils as defined as
prime agricultural lands by the California Department of Conservation.
D. Compatibility with Agriculture. Agritourism rides and attractions shall be limited to
the following (as a permitted use or a conditionally permitted use):
1. One (1) farm animal petting zoo on non -prime soils.
2. One (1) pony ride area located on non -prime soils.
3. One (1) food vendor, mobile or on -site (with County environmental health
permit if applicable) located on non -prime soils.
4. One (1) pre -packaged food/snack bar on non -prime soils.
5. One (1) haunted house/barn on non -prime soils.
6. One (1) hay maze on non -prime soils.
7. One (1) train and tracks located on non -prime soils.
8. Inflatable devices on non -prime soils, subject to case -by -case review.
9. One (1) hayride on all soils.
10. Train rides on rubberized wheels throughout all soils, subject to case -by -case
review.
11. One (1) produce stand on all soils.
12. Other recreational/educational activities, subject to review and approval of the
Development Services Director or Planning Commission.
13. Days and hours of operation as per determination by the Development
Services Director or Planning Commission.
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E. Development and Performance Standards for Agritourism. Agritourism uses shall be
consistent with the following operating and development standards, including but not
limited to:
1. Adequate on -site parking to accommodate the uses must be provided on non -
prime soils and designated on the site plan for review by Development Services
staff. The parking requirement shall be determined by the Development Services
Director (for permitted agritourism uses) or the Planning Commission (for
conditionally permitted uses). All required parking and motor vehicle
maneuvering areas shall be located on the same or contiguous parcel(s) of land
under the same ownership or leasehold as the use the parking is intended to serve.
Parking areas shall be provided in accordance with Chapter 18.164, Article III
(Property Development Standards), except Section 18.164.310 may be waived or
modified by the Development Services Director or Planning Commission.
2. Signs related to agritourism uses shall be subject to the applicable provisions of
the Redlands Sign Regulations (RMC Chapter 15.36, Section 15.36.390).
3. On parcels with a minimum of ten (10) contiguous acres or more in size, all
agritourism elements should be clustered and shall consume no more than one (1)
gross acre in aggregate per every ten contiguous acres of site area (excludes
hayrides or trains with rubberized wheels). Parking is excluded from the acreage
calculation.
4. On parcels less than ten (10) contiguous acres in size, all agritourism elements
should be clustered and shall consume no more than ten percent (10%) in
aggregate of the gross site acreage (excludes hayrides or trains with rubberized
wheels). Parking is excluded from the acreage calculation.
5. All agritourism facilities, structures, uses and activities shall be located and
conducted at least three hundred feet (300') from any residential zone, church,
school, park or hospital, as measured to the nearest property line of the adjacent
use. Parking is excluded from the separation requirement.
6. If non-agricultural development is to occur, it shall minimize its impacts on
natural areas and on nearby farming and agricultural operations. Natural land
forms shall be preserved as much as practicable, and any grading or cut/fill
activity shall be minimized for roads, driveways, and site grading.
7. Development and new structures shall include high quality of architectural
design and site planning utilizing design themes that blend structures into the rural
open space character of the area. Natural exterior treatment materials such as
wood, stone, brick, and stucco are permitted. Roof materials shall be fire-resistant
and may include metal roofing. Structures with predominantly metal siding, or
other structures or objects not originally designed as occupiable structures (such
as utilizing corrugated metal or shipping containers), are prohibited. These design
standards shall not be applicable to any structures utilized solely and exclusively
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for farm operations, maintenance, farm -related equipment or vehicles.
8. Development and structures shall comply with all applicable provisions of the
California Building Code (including ADA accessibility by the public), Redlands
Municipal Code Title 15 (Buildings and Construction), California Fire Code, City
of Redlands Local Agency Management Program for Onsite Wastewater
Treatment Systems, and any applicable development regulations of other agencies
(e.g., Regional Water Quality Control Board).
9. Outdoor lighting standards for agritourism uses.
a. Lighting and glare overspill shall be contained on -site and shall not exceed
one-half (0.5) foot-candle as measured at the property line.
b. All outdoor fixtures shall be fully shielded, installed, and maintained in such
a manner that shielding does not permit excessive light trespass.
c. All outdoor lighting shall be extinguished by eleven p.m. (11:00 p.m.), close
of business, or when people are no longer present in exterior areas, whichever
is later, except for the following:
i. Lighting used for entry or exit points of a structure, parking areas,
driveways, and driveway ingress/egress points; or,
ii. Lighting activated by motion sensor that extinguishes no later than
five minutes after activation.
d. Blinking, flashing, or high -intensity lighting that causes light trespass are
prohibited.
10. Noise control shall be subject to the Noise Ordinance (Redlands Municipal
Code Chapter 8.06) and the exterior noise standards for residential uses.
11. Property owners and operators shall comply with all applicable regulations
and permitting requirements of other agencies (e.g., San Bernardino County
Health Department, South Coast Air Quality Management District, California
Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, Department of Agriculture, etc.).
12. Additional conditions of approval that may be attached to a land use approval
to protect the public health, safety, and general welfare."
SECTION 5. Approval of Ordinance Text Amendment No. 366 to add new RMC
Section 15.36.390. The proposed amendment to Title 15 of the Redlands Municipal Code,
Chapter 15.36 (Sign Regulations), is hereby amended to add Section 15.36.390, entitled
"A-1 Zoning District," as follows:
"15.36.390: A-1 ZONING DISTRICT:
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Commercial signs for agritourism uses in the A-1 zoning district shall be subject to the
following requirements:
A. The sign provisions for the Administrative and Professional Office (A-P) zoning
district (Section 15.36.260 of this title) shall apply to approved nonresidential uses within
the A-1, Agricultural District subject to a building permit and/or applicable sign pen -nit.
B. A temporary sign or banner shall be permitted for approved nonresidential uses that
include seasonal sales of agricultural products or approved seasonal or periodic activities,
subject to the applicable development standards and design criteria contained in Sections
15.36.520 and 15.36.530 of this title.
C. One (1) portable or A -frame sign shall be permitted per property for the seasonal sales
of agricultural products or approved seasonal or periodic activities, subject to the
applicable development standards and design criteria contained in Section 15.36.240
(subsections B through F) of this title."
SECTION 6. California Environmental Quality Act. The proposed Ordinance Text
Amendment does not require environmental review in accordance with Section
15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines, as this proposal is exempt because there is no
possibility that the zoning code amendment may have a significant effect on the
environment.
SECTION 7. The Mayor shall sign this ordinance and the City Clerk shall certify
to the adoption of this ordinance and shall cause it, or a summary of it, to be published
once in a newspaper of general circulation within the City, and thereafter, this ordinance
shall take effect as provided by law.
Eddie Tejeda, May
ATTEST:
ne Donaldson, City Clerk
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I, Jeanne Donaldson, City Clerk, City of Redlands, hereby certify that the foregoing
Ordinance was duly adopted by the City Council at the regular meeting thereof, held on
the 16th day of April, 2024, by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Barich, Guzman -Lowery, Saucedo; Mayor Tejeda
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Davis
ABSTAINED: None
e Donaldson, City Clerk
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