TO: Public Health, Safety and Resources Standing Committee
FROM: Planning and Building Services
MEETING DATE: April 10, 2017
DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Michael Lockett
PHONE:
234-6650
DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Nash Gonzalez
PHONE:
234-6650
ITEM TYPE: Regular Agenda
TIME ALLOCATED FOR ITEM: 30 Mins
AGENDA TITLE:
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Discussion and Presentation Regarding Mendocino County Code Governing Limited Density Rural Dwellings Commonly Referred to as the "Class K" Ordinance
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RECOMMENDED ACTION/MOTION:
recommendation
Receive the presentation from staff and provide further direction.
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PREVIOUS BOARD/BOARD COMMITTEE ACTIONS:
Ordinance No. 3343 was adopted by the Board of Supervisors in 1981, establishing Chapter 18.23 of the Mendocino County Code, Regulations for Limited Density Rural Dwelling, commonly known as the Class K Ordinance. On January 24, 2017, the Board of Supervisors referred this ordinance to committee for review. On March 13, 2017 the Standing Committee received a presentation and gave direction to staff regarding Limited Density Rural Regulation permits, inspections, fire safe standards and building code standards.
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
Many jurisdictions allow for Limited Density Rural Regulations and with the number of Class K permits that are issued in Mendocino County and the abundant wildland areas, there is a need to update the ordinance to protect the safety, health and welfare of the public. At a minimum, staff suggests that 3 inspections be required; foundation, rough frame, and a final, to ensure compliance with the building code. Further, to legalize an existing single family residence there should be a third party inspector, i.e. Electrical Contractor or Electrical Engineer, to verify the project was done correctly, prior to the final inspection by the County. In addition, it would be prudent to adopt the Fire Safe Standards, Chapter 7A, regarding defensible space.
Overall, the department issues approximately 1...
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