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The City of Concord adopted a reorganized and republished municipal code effective August 22, 2002. A printed version of the Municipal Code is available at the Concord Library, 2900 Salvio Street.

Chapters (some chapter numbers are reserved for future use)
1, 2, 6, 10, 14, 18, 22, 26, 30, 34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62, 66, 70, 74, 78, 82, 86, 90, 94, 98, 102, 106, 110, 114, 118, 122

Table of Ordinance Effective Dates
Code Comparative Table 1965 Code
Code Comparative Table Ordinances

Chapter 1 GENERAL PROVISIONS top

• Sec. 1-1. Short title; reference to Code.
• Sec. 1-2. Authority.
• Sec. 1-3. Effective date of Code.
• Sec. 1-4. Effect of recodification on past actions and obligations.
• Sec. 1-5. Reference to specific ordinances.
• Sec. 1-6. Validity of Code; severability.
• Sec. 1-7. Repeal of conflicting ordinances.
• Sec. 1-8. Maintenance of Code.
• Sec. 1-9. Construction of provisions generally.
• Sec. 1-10. Definitions and rules of construction.
• Sec. 1-11. Effect of headings.
• Sec. 1-12. Territorial applicability of Code.
• Sec. 1-13. Causing, permitting or concealing violation.
• Sec. 1-14. Acts by deputy.
• Sec. 1-15. Written materials.
• Sec. 1-16. References to Code and ordinances apply to amendments.
• Sec. 1-17. Service of notices.
• Sec. 1-18. Proof of notice.
• Sec. 1-19. Failure to receive notice.
• Sec. 1-20. Violation of Code.
• Sec. 1-21. Enforcement remedies; continuing violations.
• Sec. 1-22. Penalty for infractions.
• Sec. 1-23. Penalty for misdemeanors.
• Sec. 1-24. Adoption of county animal control ordinance.
• Sec. 1-25. Adoption of county approved water supply systems ordinance.

Chapter 2 ADMINISTRATION top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. CITY COUNCIL

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

• Sec. 2-31. Time and place of regular meetings.
• Sec. 2-32. Notice of special meetings.

DIVISION 2. APPEALS TO CITY COUNCIL

• Sec. 2-51. General.
• Sec. 2-52. Appeal where public notice required.
• Sec. 2-53. Appeal where public notice not required.
• Sec. 2-54. Form of notice.
• Sec. 2-55. Procedure.
• Sec. 2-56. Prejudicial error.
• Sec. 2-57. Right of Councilmembers and City Manager to request review.

ARTICLE III. OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

• Sec. 2-81. Collecting money.

DIVISION 2. COMPENSATION

• Sec. 2-101. City Clerk.
• Sec. 2-102. City Treasurer.
• Sec. 2-103. Councilmembers.
• Sec. 2-104. Appointive officers.
• Sec. 2-105. Manner of payment.

DIVISION 3. BONDS

• Sec. 2-121. City Clerk.
• Sec. 2-122. Treasurer.
• Sec. 2-123. City Manager.
• Sec. 2-124. Chief of Police.
• Sec. 2-125. Bonds to be filed with Clerk.
• Sec. 2-126. Council may provide for additional bonds.

DIVISION 4. CITY MANAGER

• Sec. 2-141. Appointment; qualifications; removal.
• Sec. 2-142. General authority.
• Sec. 2-143. Duties.

DIVISION 5. CITY ENGINEER

• Sec. 2-161. City Engineer to act as Superintendent of Streets..Sec. 2-162. Delegation of duties.

DIVISION 6. CITY CLERK

• Sec. 2-180. Appointment of City Clerk.

ARTICLE IV. DEPARTMENTS

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

DIVISION 2. DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE

• Sec. 2-221. Established.
• Sec. 2-222. Duties and responsibilities.
• Sec. 2-223. Departmental reports.
• Sec. 2-224. Additional duties.
• Sec. 2-225. Director of Finance.
• Sec. 2-226. Financial and accounting duties of City Clerk transferred.
• Sec. 2-227. Deputy Directors of Finance.

ARTICLE V. BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

• Sec. 2-271. Appointment of alternates.

DIVISION 2. BOARD OF APPEALS

• Sec. 2-291. Established; membership; compensation of members.
• Sec. 2-292. Purpose and intent.
• Sec. 2-293. Terms of members; absence from meetings.
• Sec. 2-294. Rules of procedure; designation of committees and task forces.
• Sec. 2-295. Vacancies.
• Sec. 2-296. Powers and responsibilities.
• Sec. 2-297. Limitation on responsibilities.

DIVISION 3. COMMISSION ON AGING

• Sec. 2-321. Established; membership; compensation of members.
• Sec. 2-322. Purpose and intent.
• Sec. 2-323. Terms of members; absence from meetings.
• Sec. 2-324. Rules of procedure; designation of committees and task forces.
• Sec. 2-325. Vacancies.
• Sec. 2-326. Powers and responsibilities.

DIVISION 4. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION

• Sec. 2-351. Established; membership; compensation of members.
• Sec. 2-352. Purpose and intent.
• Sec. 2-353. Terms of members; absence from meetings.
• Sec. 2-354. Rules of procedure; designation of committees and task forces.
• Sec. 2-355. Vacancies.
• Sec. 2-356. Powers and responsibilities.

DIVISION 5. DESIGN REVIEW BOARD

• Sec. 2-381. Established; membership.
• Sec. 2-382. Terms of members; absence from meetings.
• Sec. 2-383. Purpose and intent.
• Sec. 2-385. Rules of procedure; designation of committees and task forces.

DIVISION 6. PARKS, RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE COMMISSION

• Sec. 2-411. Established; membership; compensation of members.
• Sec. 2-412. Terms of members; absence from meetings.
• Sec. 2-413. Rules of procedure; designation of committees and task forces.
• Sec. 2-414. Vacancies.
• Sec. 2-415. Powers and responsibilities.

DIVISION 7. PERSONNEL BOARD

• Sec. 2-441. Established.
• Sec. 2-442. Membership; vacancies; absence from meetings.
• Sec. 2-443. Qualifications of members; compensation of members.
• Sec. 2-444. Duties and powers.

DIVISION 8. PLANNING COMMISSION

• Sec. 2-471. Membership; compensation of members.
• Sec. 2-472. Terms of members.
• Sec. 2-473. Rules of procedure; designation of committees and task forces.
• Sec. 2-474. Vacancies.
• Sec. 2-475. Powers and responsibilities.

ARTICLE VI. REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

• Sec. 2-571. Findings.
• Sec. 2-572. Designation of Council.
• Sec. 2-573. Name.

ARTICLE VII. FINANCE

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

• Sec. 2-591. Special gas tax street improvement fund.
• Sec. 2-592. State motor vehicle license fee fund.

DIVISION 2. DEMANDS AGAINST CITY TREASURY

• Sec. 2-611. Authority.
• Sec. 2-612. Claimes Required.
• Sec. 2-613. Form of Claims.
• Sec. 2-614. Claim prerequisite to suit.
• Sec. 2-615. Suit.

ARTICLE VIII. PURCHASING

• Sec. 2-641. Purpose of article.
• Sec. 2-642. Definitions.
• Sec. 2-643. Purchasing authority; public projects.
• Sec. 2-644. Purchasing authority; services, supplies and equipment.
• Sec. 2-645. General policy; emergency purchases.
• Sec. 2-646. Bidding regulations for purchases requiring bids that are not public projects.
• Sec. 2-647. Formal competitive bids; bidding regulations for purchases over threshold established by City Council Resolution.
• Sec. 2-648. Waiver of bidding regulations.
• Sec. 2-649. Bid splitting not permitted.

Chapters 3--5 RESERVED

Chapter 6 AMUSEMENTS AND ENTERTAINMENTS top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. BILLIARD ROOMS

• Sec. 6-31. Closing time.

ARTICLE III. BINGO GAMES

• Sec. 6-51. Definition.
• Sec. 6-52. Organizations eligible to conduct bingo games.
• Sec. 6-53. Filing of certificate.
• Sec. 6-54. License fee; issuance of license.
• Sec. 6-55. Penalties.
• Sec. 6-56. Minors.
• Sec. 6-57. Location of bingo games.
• Sec. 6-58. Games to be open to public.
• Sec. 6-59. Staffing.
• Sec. 6-60. Financial interest.
• Sec. 6-61. Use of profits.
• Sec. 6-62. Participants to be personally present at game.
• Sec. 6-63. Prizes.
• Sec. 6-64. Posting of license; right of entry of police officers.

ARTICLE IV. BLOCK PARTIES

• Sec. 6-91. Findings.
• Sec. 6-92. Permit required for closing street.
• Sec. 6-93. Filing and contents of application for permit.
• Sec. 6-94. Action on application for permit.
• Sec. 6-95. Denial or revocation of permit.
• Sec. 6-96. Contents of permit; posting of permit.
• Sec. 6-97. Officials to be notified.
• Sec. 6-98. Costs incurred by applicant.
• Sec. 6-99. Exemption from prohibitions regarding obstructions in streets.
• Sec. 6-100. Appeal.
• Sec. 6-101. Severability.

ARTICLE V. CARD ROOMS

• Sec. 6-121. Licensing.
• Sec. 6-122. Regulations.
• Sec. 6-123. Employee work permits.

ARTICLE VI. CARNIVALS, CIRCUSES, FAIRS, AND AMUSEMENT PLACES

• Sec. 6-151. Definition.
• Sec. 6-152. Permit required.
• Sec. 6-153. Investigation by Chief of Police; issuance; permit nontransferable.
• Sec. 6-154. Location requirements.
• Sec. 6-155. Hours of operation.
• Sec. 6-156. Operation on public streets prohibited.
• Sec. 6-157. Lighting to be directed away from adjacent residences.
• Sec. 6-158. Adequate lighting required; emergency lighting.
• Sec. 6-159. Sound amplifying equipment.
• Sec. 6-160. Ground cover.
• Sec. 6-161. Off-street parking.
• Sec. 6-162. Fencing and pedestrian control.
• Sec. 6-163. Health and sanitation.
• Sec. 6-164. Compliance with building and fire codes and other regulations.
• Sec. 6-165. Bond required.
• Sec. 6-166. Liability insurance.
• Sec. 6-167. Revocation or suspension of permit.
• Sec. 6-168. Appeal.
• Sec. 6-169. Business license.
• Sec. 6-170. Exemptions.

ARTICLE VII. ENTERTAINMENT PERMITS

• Sec. 6-191. Definitions.
• Sec. 6-192. Entertainment permit required; compliance with other laws.
• Sec. 6-193. Exemption from the permit requirement.
• Sec. 6-194. Hours of operation.
• Sec. 6-195. Disturbing the peace; disorderly conduct.
• Sec. 6-196. Orderly dispersal required.
• Sec. 6-197. Chief of Police authority; immediate threat to public safety.
• Sec. 6-198. Application for permit.
• Sec. 6-199. Extended operating hours.
• Sec. 6-200. Investigation of application and issuance of permit.
• Sec. 6-201. Conditions imposed by Chief of Police.
• Sec. 6-202. Police attendance at a special event.
• Sec. 6-203. Display of permits.
• Sec. 6-204. Duration of permit.
• Sec. 6-205. Permits not transferable.
• Sec. 6-206. Suspension or revocation of permit.
• Sec. 6-207. Renewal of permits.
• Sec. 6-208. Appeals.
• Sec. 6-209. Permits issued prior to the effective date of this section.
• Sec. 6-210. Enforcement.
• Sec. 6-211. Severability.
• Secs. 6-212--6-230. Reserved.

ARTICLE VIII. MECHANICAL AND ELECTRONIC GAMES

• Sec. 6-231. Purpose and intent.
• Sec. 6-232. Definitions.
• Sec. 6-233. Exemptions.
• Sec. 6-234. Use permit.
• Sec. 6-235. Duties of operators installing games.
• Sec. 6-236. Licensing of managers.
• Sec. 6-237. Hours of operation for minors under 18 years of age.
• Sec. 6-238. Violations and penalties.

ARTICLE IX. PUBLIC DANCES

• Sec. 6-261. Permit required; expiration.
• Sec. 6-262. Definition.
• Sec. 6-263. Permit fees.
• Sec. 6-264. Application for permit.
• Sec. 6-265. Investigation by Chief of Police.
• Sec. 6-266. Denial of permit.
• Sec. 6-267. Issuance of permit.
• Sec. 6-268. Revocation of permit.
• Sec. 6-269. Dance hours.
• Sec. 6-270. Adoption of additional rules and regulations.
• Sec. 6-271. Permits nontransferable.
• Sec. 6-272. Enforcement; right of entry of police officers.
• Sec. 6-273. Exemptions.
• Sec. 6-274. Posting of permit and regulations.
• Sec. 6-275. Appeal.

Chapters 7--9 RESERVED

Chapter 10 ANIMALS top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

• Sec. 10-1. Livestock on streets.

ARTICLE II. STANDARDS FOR KEEPING NONCOMMERCIAL LIVESTOCK, ANIMALS, AND FOWL

• Sec. 10-31. Intent and purpose.
• Sec. 10-32. Definitions.
• Sec. 10-33. General conditions for keeping livestock, companion animals and fowl.
• Sec. 10-34. Permitted locations for keeping livestock, companion animals and fowl; required lot area; permitted uses.
• Sec. 10-35. Permit required for keeping livestock or companion animals.
• Sec. 10-36. Suspension or revocation of permit.
• Sec. 10-37. Permit requirements for pre-existing uses.
• Sec. 10-38. Disposal of manure.
• Sec. 10-39. Exemption from permit requirement for animals temporarily in city.
• Sec. 10-40. Keeping of wild animals and reptiles restricted.
• Sec. 10-41. Exceptions to section 10-40.
• Sec. 10-42. Escape of wild animal or reptile.
• Sec. 10-43. Cleanliness of premises where livestock, animals, or fowl are kept.
• Sec. 10-44. Animals not incidental to single-family use prohibited; standards for keeping fowl.
• Sec. 10-45. Dangerous or vicious animals.
• Sec. 10-46. Transporting animals in motor vehicles.
• Sec. 10-47. Riding or leading livestock or companion animal on sidewalk.
• Sec. 10-48. Article does not affect existing covenants, conditions and restrictions.
• Sec. 10-49. Accumulation of manure and animal excreta.

ARTICLE III. BEES

• Sec. 10-71. Definitions.
• Sec. 10-72. Keeping of bees.
• Sec. 10-73. Identification of hives.

Chapters 11--13 RESERVED

Chapter 14 BUILDINGS AND BUILDING REGULATIONS top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. CODE ENFORCEMENT

• Sec. 14-31. Reinspection fees.
• Sec. 14-32. Code enforcement.

ARTICLE III. UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE CODE

• Sec. 14-61. International Building Code Division II adopted.
• Sec. 14-62. Purpose.
• Sec. 14-63. Fees.
• Sec. 14-64. Violations; penalties.

ARTICLE IV. BUILDING CODE

• Sec. 14-91. Building Code adopted.
• Sec. 14-92. Administrative changes to adopted building code.
• Sec. 14-93. Findings.
• Sec. 14-94. Amendments; Building Code Section 1613.8; Equation 12.8-16.
• Sec. 14-95. Amendments; Building Code Section 1908.1.8 ACI, Section 22.10
• Sec. 14-96. Findings.
• Sec. 14-97. Special Inspection (Building Code Sections 1704.4, Exception 1).
• Sec. 14-98. Findings.
• Sec. 14-99. Bracing (Building Code Sections 2306.4.5, 2308.6, 2308.9.3, Table 2308.12.4 and 2505.1)

ARTICLE V. HOUSING CODE

• Sec. 14-121. Uniform Housing Code adopted.
• Sec. 14-122. Administrative changes to adopted housing code.

ARTICLE VI. FIRE CODE

• Sec. 14-151. Fire Code adopted.
• Sec. 14-152. Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Ordinance adopted.
• Sec. 14-153. Delegation of Enforcement to Fire Chief.

ARTICLE VII. ELECTRICAL CODE

• Sec. 14-181. Electrical Code adopted.

ARTICLE VIII. PLUMBING CODE

• Sec. 14-211. Plumbing Code adopted.
• Sec. 14-212. Violations; penalties.

ARTICLE IX. MECHANICAL CODE

• Sec. 14-241. Mechanical Code adopted.

ARTICLE X. ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS BUILDINGS CODE

• Sec. 14-271. Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings adopted.
• Sec. 14-272. Final action of City Council regarding dangerous building.

ARTICLE XI. SWIMMING POOL, SPA, AND HOT TUB CODE

• Sec. 14-301. Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa, and Hot Tub Code adopted.
• Sec. 14-302. Permissive exemption from fencing requirement.

ARTICLE XII. ADDRESSING

• Sec. 14-331. Purpose.
• Sec. 14-332. System and basis for numbering.
• Sec. 14-333. Posting of addresses on buildings.
• Sec. 14-334. Assignment of addresses.
• Sec. 14-335. Changes of existing addresses.
• Sec. 14-336. Multi-unit buildings and complexes.
• Sec. 14-337. Penalty.

ARTICLE XIII. CABLE TELEVISION FACILITIES IN NEW DEVELOPMENT

• Sec. 14-361. New development undergrounding.

ARTICLE XIV. MULTIPLE-FAMILY RENTAL DWELLING UNIT INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE CODE

• Sec. 14-391. Title.
• Sec. 14-392. Purpose.
• Sec. 14-393. Scope.
• Sec. 14-394. Compliance with applicable codes and standards.
• Sec. 14-395. Exterior maintenance standards.
• Sec. 14-395.5. Interior maintenance standards.
• Sec. 14-396. Site maintenance standards.
• Sec. 14-397. Notification of inspection; inspection procedure.
• Sec. 14-398. Annual service fee.
• Sec. 14-399. Reinspection fee.
• Sec. 14-400. Delinquent fees; penalty for late payment.
• Sec. 14-401. Exemption.
• Sec. 14-402. Violations.
• Sec. 14-403. Enforcement.
• Sec. 14-404. Relocation of tenants.
• Sec. 14-405. Appeal.
• Sec. 14-406. Retaliatory eviction.
• Sec. 14-407. Administrative eviction

ARTICLE XV. DESIGN STANDARDS FOR EXISTING UNREINFORCED MASONRY BUILDINGS

• Sec. 14-431. Purpose and intent.
• Sec. 14-432. Design standards adopted.
• Sec. 14-433. Permit required.
• Sec. 14-434. Reconstruction required.

ARTICLE XVI. BUILDING SECURITY

• Sec. 14-461. Purpose.
• Sec. 14-462. Scope.
• Sec. 14-463. Enforcement.
• Sec. 14-464. Responsibility for security.
• Sec. 14-465. Right of entry of inspectors.
• Sec. 14-466. Violations.
• Sec. 14-467. Appeal.
• Sec. 14-468. Exceptions.
• Sec. 14-469. Definitions.
• Sec. 14-470. Commercial building security provisions.
• Sec. 14-471. Residential security provisions.

ARTICLE XVII. GAS SHUT-OFF DEVICES

• Sec. 14-500. Gas shut-off definitions.
• Sec. 14-501. Scope.
• Sec. 14-502. Exceptions.
• Sec. 14-503. General requirements.
• Sec. 14-504. List of approved valves and devices.

ARTICLE XVIII. VACANT BUILDINGS

• Sec. 14-635. Purpose.
• Sec. 14-636. Definitions.
• Sec. 14-637. Owner's responsibility.
• Sec. 14-638. Inspection program.
• Sec. 14-639. Boarding permits required.
• Sec. 14-640. Standards for securing building.
• Sec. 14-641. Enforcement; penalty.

ARTICLE XIX. RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CODE

• Sec. 14-700. Residential Building Code adopted.
• Sec. 14-701. Administrative changes to the Residential Building Code.
• Sec. 14-702. Findings.
• Sec. 14-703. Amendments. (Residential Building Code Section R403.1.3).

ARTICLE XX. GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE

• Sec. 14-800. Green Building Standards Code adopted.

Chapters 15--17 RESERVED

Chapter 18 BUSINESSES AND BUSINESS REGULATIONS top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. BUSINESS LICENSES

• Sec. 18-31. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-32. Article intended as revenue measure.
• Sec. 18-33. Effect of article on other Code sections and ordinances.
• Sec. 18-34. License required.
• Sec. 18-35. License tax imposed.
• Sec. 18-36. Branch establishments.
• Sec. 18-37. Evidence of doing business.
• Sec. 18-38. Constitutional apportionment of tax.
• Sec. 18-39. Exemptions.
• Sec. 18-40. Charitable and nonprofit organizations.
• Sec. 18-41. Contents of license.
• Sec. 18-42. Application for first license.
• Sec. 18-43. Application for renewal license.
• Sec. 18-44. Verification of statements and records.
• Sec. 18-45. Confidentiality of information.
• Sec. 18-46. Failure to file statement or corrected statement.
• Sec. 18-47. Appeal.
• Sec. 18-48. Authority of collector to extend time for filing.
• Sec. 18-49. Transfer of license: change of location or ownership of business.
• Sec. 18-50. Duplicate license.
• Sec. 18-51. Posting and keeping licenses.
• Sec. 18-52. Due date for payment of tax.
• Sec. 18-53. Delinquent taxes; penalty for late payment.
• Sec. 18-54. License tax a debt.
• Sec. 18-55. Refunds of overpayment of tax.
• Sec. 18-56. Gross receipts tax schedule.
• Sec. 18-57. Flat rate tax schedule.
• Sec. 18-58. Reduction of tax for carnivals and similar shows; tax on craft fairs and flea markets.
• Sec. 18-59. Annual tax rate escalation.
• Sec. 18-60. Authority to make additional rules and regulations.
• Sec. 18-61. Enforcement.
• Sec. 18-62. Remedies cumulative.
• Sec. 18-63. Penalty for violations.
• Sec. 18-64. Severability.
• Sec. 18-65. Effective date of tax.

ARTICLE III. ALARMS, ALARM COMPANIES, AND ALARM SYSTEMS

• Sec. 18-91. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-92. Alarm company requirements.
• Sec. 18-93. Alarm use permit required; issuance.
• Sec. 18-94. Revocation and reissuance of alarm use permit.
• Sec. 18-95. False alarm service charges.
• Sec. 18-96. Backup power supply for alarm systems.
• Sec. 18-97. Prohibited systems and uses.
• Sec. 18-98. Appeal.
• Sec. 18-99. Liability limitation.
• Sec. 18-100. Penalties.

ARTICLE IV. ESCORT BUREAUS AND INTRODUCTORY SERVICES

• Sec. 18-121. Purpose.
• Sec. 18-122. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-123. Escort bureau or introductory service permit.
• Sec. 18-124. Age requirement for escorts.
• Sec. 18-125. Escort permit.
• Sec. 18-126. Providing services to person under 18 years of age.
• Sec. 18-127. Suspension or revocation of permit.
• Sec. 18-128. Violations declared nuisance.
• Sec. 18-129. Penalty.
• Sec. 18-130. Applicability of regulations to existing businesses.

ARTICLE V. FILM PERMITS

• Sec. 18-151. Purpose and scope.
• Sec. 18-152. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-153. Designation and duties of city representative to film industry.
• Sec. 18-154. Time period for granting permit; period of validity.
• Sec. 18-155. Fees.
• Sec. 18-156. Application/permit form.
• Sec. 18-157. Notification of property owners and residents.
• Sec. 18-158. Distribution of regulations.

ARTICLE VI. FORTUNETELLING

• Sec. 18-181. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-182. Posting of information and fees; regulation of fees.
• Sec. 18-183. Accepting money other than lawful fees.
• Sec. 18-184. Exceptions.
• Sec. 18-185. Compliance with planning and zoning requirements.

ARTICLE VII. GOING OUT OF BUSINESS SALES, REMOVAL OF BUSINESS SALES, AND FIRE AND OTHER ALTERED G

• Sec. 18-211. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-212. License required.
• Sec. 18-213. Applicability of article; eligibility for license.
• Sec. 18-214. Application for license; license fee.
• Sec. 18-215. Effect of license; conditions; renewal.
• Sec. 18-216. Duties of licensee.

ARTICLE VIII. HOTELS, MOTELS, AND ROOMINGHOUSES

• Sec. 18-241. Register of guests required; use of rooms for immoral or illegal purpose.
• Sec. 18-242. Inspection of register and premises by police.

ARTICLE IX. MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENTS, OUT-CALL MASSAGE THERAPY, AND MASSAGE THERAPY TECHNICIANS

• Sec. 18-271. Findings and purpose.
• Sec. 18-272. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-273. Permit requirement.
• Sec. 18-274. Permit exemptions.
• Sec. 18-275. Educational, certification, and association requirements.
• Sec. 18-276. Massage Therapy Technician examination.
• Sec. 18-277. Massage establishment permit application fee.
• Sec. 18-278. Massage Therapy Technician permit application and fee.
• Sec. 18-279. Application review.
• Sec. 18-280. Permit issuance or denial.
• Sec. 18-281. Disqualifying conduct.
• Sec. 18-282. Hearing on denial of permit.
• Sec. 18-283. Appeal of denial of permit.
• Sec. 18-284. Grounds for suspension or revocation of permit.
• Sec. 18-285. Hearing on suspension or revocation of permit.
• Sec. 18-286. Burden of proof.
• Sec. 18-287. Appeal of suspension or revocation of permit.
• Sec. 18-288. Minimum age requirement.
• Sec. 18-289. Permits non-assignable.
• Sec. 18-290. Change of name or location, expansion of building.
• Sec. 18-291. Display of permit.
• Sec. 18-292. Facilities and operating requirements.
• Sec. 18-293. Responsibility of employer.
• Sec. 18-294. Out-call massage therapy permit.
• Sec. 18-295. Permit duration and renewal.
• Sec. 18-296. Applicability to existing businesses.
• Sec. 18-297. Cease of business.
• Sec. 18-298. Inspection.
• Sec. 18-299. Enforcement.
• Sec. 18-300. Severability.

ARTICLE X. SECONDHAND DEALERS

• Sec. 18-321. Purpose.
• Sec. 18-322. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-323. Reporting requirements.
• Sec. 18-324. Identification requirements.
• Sec. 18-325. Evidence of authority to sell property.
• Sec. 18-326. Retention and inspection of secondhand property.
• Sec. 18-327. Receiving secondhand property from certain persons prohibited.
• Sec. 18-328. Violations; penalties.

ARTICLE XI. MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARIES

• Sec. 18-330. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-331. Medical Marijuana Dispensary as a Prohibited Use.

ARTICLE XII. SOLICITORS AND PEDDLERS

• Sec. 18-441. Definitions.
• Sec. 18-442. Permit requirements and exemptions.
• Sec. 18-443. Permit for sponsoring juvenile peddlers.
• Sec. 18-444. Permit application.
• Sec. 18-445. Fees.
• Sec. 18-446. Application review and permit issuance.
• Sec. 18-447. Denial of permit.
• Sec. 18-448. Permit expiration.
• Sec. 18-449. Permit exhibition.
• Sec. 18-450. Transfer prohibited.
• Sec. 18-451. Entry upon signed premises unlawful.
• Sec. 18-452. Hours of solicitation.
• Sec. 18-453. Permit revocation and temporary suspension.
• Sec. 18-454. Notice and hearing.
• Sec. 18-455. Appeals.
• Sec. 18-456. Claims of exemption.
• Sec. 18-457. Violations and penalty.
• Sec. 18-458. Conflicting ordinances repealed.
• Sec. 18-459. Severability.

Chapters 19--21 RESERVED

Chapter 22 CIVIL EMERGENCIES top

• Sec. 22-1. Purpose.
• Sec. 22-2. "Emergency" defined.
• Sec. 22-3. Disaster Council established; membership.
• Sec. 22-4. Powers and duties of Disaster Council.
• Sec. 22-5. Office of Director and Assistant Director of Emergency Services established.
• Sec. 22-6. Powers and duties of Director and Assistant Director of Emergency Services.
• Sec. 22-7. Emergency organization.
• Sec. 22-8. Emergency plan.
• Sec. 22-9. Expenditures in connection with emergency activities.
• Sec. 22-10. Violations.
• Sec. 22-11. Severability.

Chapters 23--25 RESERVED

Chapter 26 ELECTIONS top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

• Sec. 26-1. Municipal election dates.

ARTICLE II. CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS AND EXPENDITURES; FAIR CAMPAIGN PRACTICES

• Sec. 26-31. Definitions.
• Sec. 26-32. Contribution limitations.
• Sec. 26-33. Applicability of campaign disclosure requirements to committee or individual filing recall petition, initiative p
• Sec. 26-34. Contributions for legal defense.
• Sec. 26-35. Additional campaign statements required.
• Sec. 26-36. Required disclosure of contributions and expenditures.
• Sec. 26-37. Review of campaign statements by City Clerk and City Attorney.
• Sec. 26-38. Informational meeting.
• Sec. 26-39. Candidates' voluntary fair campaign pledge.
• Sec. 26-40. Criminal enforcement; civil action; injunctive relief; payment of cost of litigation.

Chapters 27--29 RESERVED.

Chapter 30 FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION top

• Sec. 30-1. Fire protection district.
• Sec. 30-2. Fireworks.
• Sec. 30-3. Gunpowder.

Chapters 31--33 RESERVED

Chapter 34 FLOOD MANAGEMENT top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM

• Sec. 34-31. Introduction.
• Sec. 34-32. Adoption of study and map delineating special hazard areas and base flood elevation data.
• Sec. 34-33. Development permit.
• Sec. 34-34. Standards of construction.
• Sec. 34-35. Other measures.
• Sec. 34-36. Appeals and requests for map amendments.
• Sec. 34-37. Pine and Galindo Creek floodway regulations.
• Sec. 34-38. Violations; penalties.

Chapters 35--37 RESERVED

Chapter 38 HEALTH AND SANITATION top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

• Sec. 38-1. Offensive occupations.
• Sec. 38-2. Drainage into streets prohibited.
• Sec. 38-3. Nauseous odors, accumulations of waste and similar nuisances.
• Sec. 38-4. Ratproofing.
• Sec. 38-5. Depositing dead animals, garbage or refuse.
• Sec. 38-6. Rat control at slaughterhouses and butcher shops.
• Sec. 38-7. General sanitary condition required.

ARTICLE II. SMOKING IN PUBLIC PLACES AND WORKPLACES

• Sec. 38-31. Findings; purpose.
• Sec. 38-32. Definitions.
• Sec. 38-33. Prohibition of smoking in city-owned facilities.
• Sec. 38-34. Prohibition of smoking in downtown Concord
• Sec. 38-35. Regulation of smoking in enclosed places.
• Sec. 38-36. Regulation of smoking in places of employment.
• Sec. 38-37. Optional smoking areas.
• Sec. 38-38. Posting requirements.
• Sec. 38-39. Vending machines.
• Sec. 38-40. Distribution of free samples and coupons; out-of-package sales.
• Sec. 38-41. Enforcement; penalties.
• Secs. 38-42--38-60. Reserved.

ARTICLE III. TOBACCO RETAILERS LICENSE PROGRAM

• Sec. 38-61. Definitions.
• Sec. 38-62. Self-service displays prohibited.
• Sec. 38-63. Vendor assistance.
• Sec. 38-64. Tobacco retailer license required.
• Sec. 38-65. Limits on tobacco retailer licenses.
• Sec. 38-66. Application procedure.
• Sec. 38-67. Issuance of license.
• Sec. 38-68. License renewal and expiration.
• Sec. 38-69. Licenses nontransferable.
• Sec. 38-70. Fees for license.
• Sec. 38-71. Other requirements and prohibitions.
• Sec. 38-72. Compliance monitoring.
• Sec. 38-73. Revocation of license.
• Sec. 38-74. License suspension.
• Sec. 38-75. Tobacco retailing without a license or with a suspended license.
• Sec. 38-76. Enforcement.
• Sec. 38-77. Enforcement of State law regarding sales to minors.
• Sec. 38-78. Intent as to additional legal restrictions and remedies.
• Sec. 38-79. Service.
• Sec. 38-80. Severability.

ARTICLE IV. FOOD

• Sec. 38-101. Unwholesome meat.
• Sec. 38-102. Unwholesome vegetables and food.
• Sec. 38-103. Regulation and control of sale of milk.
• Sec. 38-104. Definitions.
• Sec. 38-105. Food establishment permit required.
• Sec. 38-106. Permit fees for food establishments.
• Sec. 38-107. Individual health permits for employees and operations.
• Sec. 38-108. Sanitation requirements.
• Sec. 38-109. Temperature requirements.
• Sec. 38-110. Violations; enforcement.
• Sec. 38-111. Severability.

Chapters 39--41 RESERVED

Chapter 42 HISTORICAL PRESERVATION top

• Sec. 42-1. Declaration of public policy and purpose.
• Sec. 42-2. Definitions.
• Sec. 42-3. Responsibility of Planning Commission for implementation of chapter.
• Sec. 42-4. Designation of historical landmarks.
• Sec. 42-5. Regulation of changes to landmark property; certificate of appropriateness.
• Sec. 42-6. Limitation on power of Planning Commission.
• Sec. 42-7. Exemptions from building code.
• Sec. 42-8. Termination of landmark designation.
• Sec. 42-9. Severability.
• Sec. 42-10. Application fees.

Chapters 43--45 RESERVED

Chapter 46 HUMAN RELATIONS top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. HUMAN RIGHTS

• Sec. 46-31. Policy.
• Sec. 46-32. Education.
• Sec. 46-33. Scope of article.
• Sec. 46-34. Definitions.
• Sec. 46-35. Defenses, exceptions and exemptions.
• Sec. 46-36. Discrimination in employment.
• Sec. 46-37. Discrimination in housing.
• Sec. 46-38. Discrimination by business establishments.
• Sec. 46-39. Discrimination in provision of city facilities and services.
• Sec. 46-40. Harassment.
• Sec. 46-41. Complaints, resolution of disputes, and enforcement.
• Sec. 46-42. Rules of procedure of Human Relations Commission.
• Sec. 46-43. Confidentiality of proceedings.
• Sec. 46-44. Retaliation prohibited.
• Sec. 46-45. Other remedies.
• Sec. 46-46. Time limit for filing civil actions.
• Sec. 46-47. Criminal liability for violations.
• Sec. 46-48. Posting of notices.
• Sec. 46-49. Severability; conformance with state and federal laws.

Chapters 47--49 RESERVED

Chapter 50 HUMAN RESOURCES top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. RETIREMENT SYSTEM

• Sec. 50-31. Title.
• Sec. 50-32. Frozen Plan.
• Sec. 50-33. Definitions.
• Sec. 50-34. Restatement of retirement system.
• Sec. 50-35. Retirement Board.
• Sec. 50-36. Membership in retirement system.
• Sec. 50-37. Retirement contributions.
• Sec. 50-38. Eligibility for membership.
• Sec. 50-39. Retirement allowance.
• Sec. 50-40. Annual limitation on benefits paid.
• Sec. 50-41. Optional modifications of retirement allowance.
• Sec. 50-42. Cost of living adjustment.
• Sec. 50-43. Withdrawal benefits.
• Sec. 50-44. Buy-back provision.
• Sec. 50-45. Death benefit.
• Sec. 50-46. Disability benefits.
• Sec. 50-47. Calculating service.
• Sec. 50-48. Funding agent.
• Sec. 50-49. General provisions.
• Sec. 50-50. Acceptance of reciprocal system.
• Sec. 50-51. Retirement allowance factors.
• Sec. 50-52. Lump sum table.
• Sec. 50-53. Disability retirement for police employees.
• Sec. 50-54. Actuarial assumptions.
• Sec. 50-55. List of members.
• Sec. 50-56. Minimum distribution requirements.

ARTICLE III. PERSONNEL MERIT SYSTEM

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

• Sec. 50-91. Purpose.
• Sec. 50-92. Contents.

DIVISION 2. ADMINISTRATION

• Sec. 50-111. General.
• Sec. 50-112. Personnel Board.
• Sec. 50-113. Personnel Director.
• Sec. 50-114. Right to contract for special services.
• Sec. 50-115. Adoption of rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

DIVISION 3. EMPLOYMENT PROCEDURES AND CONDITIONS

• Sec. 50-141. "Employee" defined.
• Sec. 50-142. Discrimination.
• Sec. 50-143. Creation and abolishment of positions.
• Sec. 50-144. Exempt service.
• Sec. 50-145. Limited service.
• Sec. 50-146. Competitive service.
• Sec. 50-147. Appointments.
• Sec. 50-148. Examinations.
• Sec. 50-149. Probationary period.
• Sec. 50-150. Conditions of employment.
• Sec. 50-151. Political activity.
• Sec. 50-152. Grievance procedure.
• Sec. 50-153. Appeal process.
• Sec. 50-154. Hearing and decision on grievance or appeal.

Chapters 51--53 RESERVED

Chapter 54 LAW ENFORCEMENT top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. STATE AID FOR PEACE OFFICERS

• Sec. 54-31. Intent.
• Sec. 54-32. Adherence to state standards for peace officer recruitment and training.
• Sec. 54-33. Adherence to state standards for selection and training of police dispatchers.

ARTICLE III. LOST, STOLEN, OR UNCLAIMED PROPERTY IN POSSESSION OF POLICE DEPARTMENT

• Sec. 54-61. Property subject to article; delivery to Chief of Police; record.
• Sec. 54-62. Release of property to owner.
• Sec. 54-63. Auction sale of unclaimed property.
• Sec. 54-64. Disposition of unclaimed property.
• Sec. 54-65. Disposition of unclaimed firearms.

ARTICLE IV. REWARDS

• Sec. 54-91. Purpose.
• Sec. 54-92. Offer of reward by resolution.
• Sec. 54-93. Filing of claim.
• Sec. 54-94. Time of payment.
• Sec. 54-95. Anonymity of informant.
• Sec. 54-96. Decision by City Manager regarding qualification to receive reward.

ARTICLE V. POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENT SERVICES AT SPECIAL EVENTS

• Sec. 54-121. General.
• Sec. 54-122. Charge for police officers at event conducted by public agency.

ARTICLE VI. POLICE TOWING SERVICES

• Sec. 54-151. Declaration of purpose.
• Sec. 54-152. Unlawful solicitation.
• Sec. 54-153. Adoption of rules and regulations.
• Sec. 54-154. Indemnification of city.
• Sec. 54-155. Administrative fees; establishment of maximum rates.

ARTICLE VII. PRIVATE PATROL SERVICES

• Sec. 54-181. Definitions.
• Sec. 54-182. Registration required.
• Sec. 54-183. Revocation or suspension of registration.
• Sec. 54-184. Appeal.
• Sec. 54-185. Uniforms and equipment.
• Sec. 54-186. Reporting of unusual occurrences required.
• Sec. 54-187. Scope of authority.
• Sec. 54-188. Business license required.
• Sec. 54-189. Violations; penalties.
• Sec. 54-190. Complaints by Chief of Police.

Chapters 55--57 RESERVED

Chapter 58 MANUFACTURED HOMES, MOBILE HOMES, AND TRAILERS top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. MOBILE HOME PARKS

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

DIVISION 2. PARK CONVERSION, DISCONTINUANCE, OR CLOSURE

• Sec. 58-51. Purpose.
• Sec. 58-52. Definitions.
• Sec. 58-53. Application for permit.
• Sec. 58-54. Impact study.
• Sec. 58-55. Public hearing.
• Sec. 58-56. Findings and determination by approving body.
• Sec. 58-57. Conditions.
• Sec. 58-58. Term and extension of permit.
• Sec. 58-59. Notice to new residents.
• Sec. 58-60. Temporary use of vacated areas.
• Sec. 58-61. Bankruptcy exemption.
• Sec. 58-62. Nonbankruptcy exemption.
• Sec. 58-63. Copies of division to be provided to residents.
• Sec. 58-64. Remedies.

DIVISION 3. RENT STABILIZATION

• Sec. 58-91. Purpose and findings.
• Sec. 58-92. Definitions.
• Sec. 58-93. Applicability of division; exceptions.
• Sec. 58-94. General annual adjustment of rent authorized; amount.
• Sec. 58-95. Same--Vacancy decontrol space rent increase.
• Sec. 58-96. Limit on frequency of rent increases.
• Sec. 58-97. Notice of proposed special rent increase.
• Sec. 58-98. Petition by tenants for review of special rent increase--Procedure.
• Sec. 58-99. Same--Form and contents of petition.
• Sec. 58-100. Same--Filing requirements for notices and petitions.
• Sec. 58-101. Same--Information to be provided to tenants.
• Sec. 58-102. Same--Effective date of rent increases.
• Sec. 58-103. Same--Selection of Hearing Officer.
• Sec. 58-104. Same--Notice of hearing.
• Sec. 58-105. Same--Hearing fee.
• Sec. 58-106. Same--Conduct of hearing.
• Sec. 58-107. Same--Grounds for determination.
• Sec. 58-108. Same--Notification of determination.
• Sec. 58-109. Same--Refund or credit to tenants when increase determined not reasonable.
• Sec. 58-110. Same--Appeal of determination.
• Sec. 58-111. Same--Applicability of determination.
• Sec. 58-112. Increased amounts to be specified in demands for rent.
• Sec. 58-113. Right of park owner to request special rent increase.
• Sec. 58-114. Presumption of fair base year net operating income.
• Sec. 58-115. Base year established.
• Sec. 58-116. Determination of base year net operating income.
• Sec. 58-117. Rebuttal of fair net operating income presumption.
• Sec. 58-118. Determination of current net operating income.
• Sec. 58-119. Calculation of gross income.
• Sec. 58-120. Calculation of operating expenses.
• Sec. 58-121. Calculation of fair and reasonable return for special rent increase.
• Sec. 58-122. Determination of allowable special rent increase.
• Sec. 58-123. Violations; penalty; waiver of rights.
• Sec. 58-124. Right of tenant to refuse to pay rent in excess of maximum rent.
• Sec. 58-125. Mandatory mediation of nonrental disputes.
• Sec. 58-126. Duty of park owner to provide copy of division to tenants.
• Sec. 58-127. Duty of mobile home owner to provide copy of appendix E to prospective buyers.
• Sec. 58-128. Administrative fee.

Chapters 59--61 RESERVED

Chapter 62 NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATION top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL.ARTICLE II. PUBLIC NUISANCES

• Sec. 62-31. Purpose.
• Sec. 62-32. Nuisances defined.
• Sec. 62-33. Additional Code sections relating to public nuisances.
• Sec. 62-34. Animal noise.
• Sec. 62-35. Owner's responsibility to keep premises free of nuisances.
• Sec. 62-36. Violations; penalty.
• Sec. 62-37. Administrative citations and fines.
• Sec. 62-38. Abatement by city.
• Sec. 62-39. Treble damages for subsequent abatement judgments.
• Sec. 62-40. Recovery of attorneys' fees.
• Sec. 62-41. Provisions of article supplemental; conflicting provisions.
• Sec. 62-42. Severability.

ARTICLE III. WEEDS AND OTHER VEGETATION

• Sec. 62-71. Intent and purpose.
• Sec. 62-72. Overgrown grass and weeds, accumulations of cut brush, and dead or diseased trees declared nuisance.
• Sec. 62-73. Duty of landowners to cut and remove nuisances; depositing nuisance materials.
• Sec. 62-74. Abatement procedure.

ARTICLE IV. GRAFFITI

• Sec. 62-101. Findings.
• Sec. 62-102. Definitions.
• Sec. 62-103. Removal required.
• Sec. 62-104. Abatement procedure.
• Sec. 62-105. Payment of cost of abatement.
• Sec. 62-106. Sale or aerosol spray paint or marker pens to minors.

ARTICLE V. SHOPPING CART ABANDONMENT

• Sec. 62-131. Definitions.
• Sec. 62-132. Cart identification required.
• Sec. 62-133. Posting of notice by owners of retail establishments.
• Sec. 62-134. Removal of carts from premises of business prohibited.
• Sec. 62-135. Abandonment of carts prohibited.
• Sec. 62-136. Possession of carts without written consent prohibited.
• Sec. 62-137. Plan for prevention of cart removal required.
• Sec. 62-138. Approval of prevention plan and evaluation report; failure to comply with plan.
• Sec. 62-139. Retrieval of abandoned carts.
• Sec. 62-140. Violations.

ARTICLE VI. ABANDONED, WRECKED, DISMANTLED, AND INOPERATIVE VEHICLES

• Sec. 62-161. Purpose.
• Sec. 62-162. Definitions.
• Sec. 62-163. Exemptions.
• Sec. 62-164. Provisions of article supplemental.
• Sec. 62-165. Enforcement.
• Sec. 62-166. Abandonment prohibited.
• Sec. 62-167. Failure to remove vehicle.
• Sec. 62-168. Right of entry of agents of city.
• Sec. 62-169. Determination of administrative costs.
• Sec. 62-170. Authority of city to abate.
• Sec. 62-171. Notice of intention to abate.
• Sec. 62-172. Request for hearing.
• Sec. 62-173. Conduct of hearing.
• Sec. 62-174. Removal of vehicle; reconstruction of removed vehicle.
• Sec. 62-175. Notice to Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Sec. 62-176. Collection of administrative costs and costs of removal.

ARTICLE VII. REPAIR OF VEHICLES IN PUBLIC VIEW

• Sec. 62-201. Restrictions; prohibited repairs.

Chapters 63--65 RESERVED

Chapter 66 OFFENSES AND MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

• Sec. 66-1. Teasing or interfering with police dogs.
• Sec. 66-2. Sale and display of narcotics and other paraphernalia.
• Sec. 66-3. Prohibited acts in publicly owned parking structures and lots.
• Sec. 66-4. Sleeping in vehicle.
• Sec. 66-5. Camping.
• Sec. 66-6. Loitering in or near tunnels, bridges, and other areas.
• Sec. 66-7. Urinating or defecating in public view.
• Sec. 66-8. Hang gliders.
• Sec. 66-9. Skateboard ramps.
• Sec. 66-10. Skateboarding, roller skating, and inline skating prohibited in certain places.
• Sec. 66-11. Discharge of weapons.
• Sec. 66-12. Trespass upon private property.

ARTICLE II. JUVENILE ALCOHOL OFFENSES AND POLICE SERVICES AT GATHERINGS ON PRIVATE PROPERTY

• Sec. 66-41. Findings; purpose.
• Sec. 66-42. Definitions.
• Sec. 66-43. Unlawful juvenile gatherings on private property.
• Sec. 66-44. Police services at parties, gatherings, or events requiring a second response.
• Sec. 66-45. Police services fee.
• Sec. 66-46. Severability.

ARTICLE III. CURFEW FOR MINORS

• Sec. 66-71. Purpose and Intent.
• Sec. 66-72. Definitions.
• Sec. 66-73. Daytime and nighttime curfew regulations.
• Sec. 66-74. Exceptions.
• Sec. 66-75. Enforcement.
• Sec. 66-76. Severability.

ARTICLE IV. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN PUBLIC PLACES AND PLACES OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

• Sec. 66-101. Possession and consumption prohibited in certain places.
• Sec. 66-102. Exemptions.
• Sec. 66-103. Definitions.
• Sec. 66-104. Severability.

ARTICLE V. EXPOSURE BY WAITERS, WAITRESSES AND ENTERTAINERS IN ESTABLISHMENTS SERVING ALCOHOL

• Sec. 66-131. Prohibited acts.
• Sec. 66-132. Causing or assisting violation.
• Sec. 66-133. Applicability to persons not employed or paid by management.
• Sec. 66-134. Exemptions.

ARTICLE VI. LASER POINTERS

• Sec. 66-161. Definitions.
• Sec. 66-162. Directing laser beam at entertainment event.
• Sec. 66-163. Violations; penalty.

ARTICLE VII. AUTOMATIC COMMUNICATION DEVICES DIALING CITY OFFICES OR POLICE DEPARTMENT

• Sec. 66-191. "Automatic communication device" defined.
• Sec. 66-192. Prohibited acts.
• Sec. 66-193. Withdrawal of consent by city.
• Sec. 66-194. "Telephone number" defined.

ARTICLE VIII. CANALS

• Sec. 66-221. Definition.
• Sec. 66-222. Prohibited uses; depositing dirt, rubbish or other material.
• Sec. 66-223. Trespass on lands appurtenant to canal.
• Sec. 66-224. Exemptions.

Chapters 67--69 RESERVED

Chapter 70 OIL AND GAS WELLS top

• Sec. 70-1. Definitions.
• Sec. 70-2. Construction standards for derricks; enclosure of derricks.
• Sec. 70-3. Permit required.
• Sec. 70-4. Application for permit.
• Sec. 70-5. Permit and investigation fee.
• Sec. 70-6. Annexation of developed wells.
• Sec. 70-7. Investigation of permit application and premises.
• Sec. 70-8. Issuance and conditions of permit.
• Sec. 70-9. Exceptions.
• Sec. 70-10. Appeal of denial of permit; form of permit.
• Sec. 70-11. Bond requirements.
• Sec. 70-12. Maintenance of bonds.
• Sec. 70-13. Suspension or revocation of permit.
• Sec. 70-14. Service of notices.
• Sec. 70-15. Property rights of city.

Chapters 71--73 RESERVED

Chapter 74 PARKS AND RECREATION top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. CONDUCT IN PARK AND RECREATION AREAS

• Sec. 74-31. Definitions.
• Sec. 74-32. Rules and regulations.
• Sec. 74-33. Posting of regulations.
• Sec. 74-34. Permits for use of parks.
• Sec. 74-35. Enforcement.
• Sec. 74-36. Supplemental rules and regulations.
• Sec. 74-37. Curfew established.
• Sec. 74-38. Exemption from curfew.
• Sec. 74-39. Penalty for violation of curfew.

ARTICLE III. PATRON RESPONSIBILITY AT AMUSEMENT PARKS

• Sec. 74-61. Definitions.
• Sec. 74-62. Duties of patrons; safety rules.
• Sec. 74-63. Violations; penalty.

ARTICLE IV. CONCORD SKATEPARK

• Sec. 74-74. Definitions
• Sec. 74-75. Hours of operation.
• Sec. 74-76. Use regulations/prohibited activities.
• Sec. 74-77. Penalties for engaging in prohibited activities or violating use regulations.

Chapters 75--77 RESERVED

Chapter 78 PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION FEES

• Sec. 78-31. Fees for subdivision of land, surveying, reversion to acreage, and inspection of construction.
• Sec. 78-32. Service charges for assessment apportionments under Improvement Bond Act of 1915.
• Sec. 78-33. Charges for engineering analysis.
• Sec. 78-34. "Cost of improvements" defined.
• Sec. 78-35. Time of payment.

ARTICLE III. CHILD CARE PROGRAM

• Sec. 78-61. Established.
• Sec. 78-62. Definitions.
• Sec. 78-63. Fee to be paid by developers.
• Sec. 78-64. Administration.

ARTICLE IV. PARK LAND REQUIREMENTS

• Sec. 78-91. Applicability; authority; consistency with General Plan.
• Sec. 78-92. Dedication of land or payment of fee required.
• Sec. 78-93. Standard.
• Sec. 78-94. Calculation.
• Sec. 78-95. Payment of in-lieu fees.
• Sec. 78-96. Determination of dedication or fee requirements.
• Sec. 78-97. In-lieu fees for developments with 50 lots or less.
• Sec. 78-98. Credit for private park land.
• Sec. 78-99. Appeals.

ARTICLE V. PARK LAND DEDICATION

• Sec. 78-121. Findings.
• Sec. 78-122. Requirements for subdivisions.
• Sec. 78-123. Exemptions and special provisions.
• Sec. 78-124. Credits.
• Sec. 78-125. Time of commencement of development of park or recreation facilities must be designated by city.
• Sec. 78-126. Use of fees.
• Sec. 78-127. Review and adjustment of fees.

ARTICLE VI. OFF-SITE STREET IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM

• Sec. 78-151. Purpose.
• Sec. 78-152. Program established.
• Sec. 78-153. Administration.
• Sec. 78-154. Fees.
• Sec. 78-155. Consistency with General Plan.
• Sec. 78-156. Approving body.

ARTICLE VII. RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN LAND DEVELOPMENT AND TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTS

• Sec. 78-181. Purpose.
• Sec. 78-182. Administration.

ARTICLE VIII. TRANSPORTATION DEMAND MANAGEMENT PROGRAM

• Sec. 78-211. Purpose.
• Sec. 78-212. Findings.
• Sec. 78-213. Goals and objectives.

Chapters 79--81 RESERVED

Chapter 82 SOLID WASTE top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL

• Sec. 82-31. Definitions.
• Sec. 82-32. Keeping and deposit of refuse.
• Sec. 82-33. Accumulation of refuse.
• Sec. 82-34. Placing refuse on street, sidewalk, alley, or public place.
• Sec. 82-35. Unlawful collection.
• Sec. 82-36. Receptacles required.
• Sec. 82-37. Refuse service required.
• Sec. 82-38. Authorized collectors.
• Sec. 82-39. Inspection of sanitary conditions; disputes or complaints regarding collection service.
• Sec. 82-40. Interference with collection.
• Sec. 82-41. Burning of refuse in public places prohibited.
• Sec. 82-42. Burning of refuse on private property.
• Sec. 82-43. Identification of receptacles of persons occupying multiple dwellings.
• Sec. 82-44. Council to set collection regulations.
• Sec. 82-45. Equipment for collecting refuse.
• Sec. 82-46. Collectors not to spill refuse.
• Sec. 82-47. Care of garbage trucks.
• Sec. 82-48. Contracts for refuse collection.
• Sec. 82-49. Disposition of garbage.
• Sec. 82-50. Duties of contractors.
• Sec. 82-51. Charges for collection.
• Sec. 82-52. Disposal of refuse on property of another.
• Sec. 82-53. Abatement procedure.

ARTICLE III. SOURCE REDUCTION AND RECYCLING

• Sec. 82-81. Purpose.
• Sec. 82-82. Definitions.
• Sec. 82-83. Source reduction/recycling plans required.
• Sec. 82-84. Exemptions from plan requirement.
• Sec. 82-85. Plan review fee.
• Sec. 82-86. Contracts for collection of recyclable materials.
• Sec. 82-87. Violations.
• Sec. 82-88. Appeals.
• Sec. 82-89. Severability.

ARTICLE IV. RECYCLING FACILITIES

• Sec. 82-111. Purpose.
• Sec. 82-112. Definitions.
• Sec. 82-113. Permit.

ARTICLE V. CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (C&D) WASTE RECYCLING

• Sec. 82-114. Intent and purpose.
• Sec. 82-115. Definitions.
• Sec. 82-116. Covered projects.
• Sec. 82-117. Diversion requirement.
• Sec. 82-118. Performance security.
• Sec. 82-119. Requirements of the applicant for a covered project.
• Sec. 82-120. Program fee.
• Sec. 82-121. Solid waste including C&D material handling.
• Sec. 82-122. Reporting.
• Sec. 82-123. Compliance.
• Sec. 82-124. Appeal.
• Sec. 82-125. Enforcement.
• Sec. 82-126. False information.

Chapters 83--85 RESERVED

Chapter 86 STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AND GRADING AND EROSION CONTROL top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AND DISCHARGE CONTROL

• Sec. 86-31. Intent and purpose.
• Sec. 86-32. Definitions.
• Sec. 86-33. Responsibility for administration.
• Sec. 86-34. Construction and applicability.
• Sec. 86-35. Stormwater Control Plan required.
• Sec. 86-36. Prohibited discharges.
• Sec. 86-37. Discharge in violation of NPDES permit.
• Sec. 86-38. Unlawful discharge and unlawful connections.
• Sec. 86-39. Best management practices and standards.
• Sec. 86-40. Compliance certificates for stormwater management facilities; financing mechanisms.
• Sec. 86-41. Authority to Inspect.
• Sec. 86-42. Violations consituting misdemeanors.
• Sec. 86-43. Penalty for violation.
• Sec. 86-44. Continuing violation.
• Sec. 86-45. Concealment.
• Sec. 86-46. Acts potentially resulting in violation of the Federal Clean Water Act or Porter-Cologne Act.
• Sec. 86-47. Violations deemed a nuisance.
• Sec. 86-48. Civil actions.
• Sec. 86-49. Remedies not exclusive.
• Sec. 86-50. Notice of violation.
• Sec. 86-51. Judicial review

ARTICLE III. GRADING, EROSION, AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL

• Sec. 86-71. Intent and purpose; general provisions.
• Sec. 86-72. Definitions.
• Sec. 86-73. Grading permit; reports; surety bond; erosion control measures.
• Sec. 86-74. Control of work; standards for work.
• Sec. 86-75. Prosecution of violations as infraction.
• Sec. 86-76. Penalties.
• Sec. 86-77. Continuing violations.
• Sec. 86-78. Violations declared nuisance.
• Sec. 86-79. Civil actions.
• Sec. 86-80. Remedies not exclusive.
• Sec. 86-81. Judicial review.
• Sec. 86-82. Severability.

Chapters 87--89 RESERVED

Chapter 90 STREETS, SIDEWALKS, AND OTHER PUBLIC PLACES top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

• Sec. 90-1. Specifications for construction of public improvements.

ARTICLE II. SIDEWALK AND STREET OBSTRUCTIONS

• Sec. 90-31. Removal of obstructions.
• Sec. 90-32. Boxes, barrels, etc., on sidewalks.
• Sec. 90-33. Building materials or machinery on streets and sidewalks--Permit.
• Sec. 90-34. Same--Rules governing placement.
• Sec. 90-35. Wooden awnings.
• Sec. 90-36. Height of awnings and other projections.
• Sec. 90-37. Red lights on sewer trenches.

ARTICLE III. PARADES

• Sec. 90-61. Definition.
• Sec. 90-62. Exceptions.
• Sec. 90-63. Filing and contents of application for permit.
• Sec. 90-64. Late permit applications.
• Sec. 90-65. Action on permit applications.
• Sec. 90-66. Denial or revocation of permit.
• Sec. 90-67. Alternative times, routes, and sites.
• Sec. 90-68. Contents of permit; possession of permit.
• Sec. 90-69. Parking regulations.
• Sec. 90-70. Building permits for grandstands or other structures.
• Sec. 90-71. Officials to be notified of actions on permit.
• Sec. 90-72. Conducting or participating in parade without permit.
• Sec. 90-73. Violation of permit; interference with parade.
• Sec. 90-74. Appeal.
• Sec. 90-75. Severability.

ARTICLE IV. VENDORS

• Sec. 90-101. Findings; intent.
• Sec. 90-102. Definitions.
• Sec. 90-103. Vending locations; permits and business licenses; vendor operations.
• Sec. 90-104. Exemptions.

ARTICLE V. NEWSRACKS

• Sec. 90-131. Definitions.
• Sec. 90-132. Encroachment permit.
• Sec. 90-133. Permissible types of newsracks; size and arrangement.
• Sec. 90-134. Standards for placement.
• Sec. 90-135. Maintenance; advertising; identification of owner.
• Sec. 90-136. Removal.
• Sec. 90-137. Liability insurance.
• Sec. 90-138. Indemnification of city.

ARTICLE VI. SIDEWALK CAFES

• Sec. 90-161. Purpose; findings.
• Sec. 90-162. Definition.
• Sec. 90-163. Conditional encroachment permit required.
• Sec. 90-164. Permissible locations.
• Sec. 90-165. Allowable configurations.
• Sec. 90-166. Sidewalk clearances and furniture location requirements.
• Sec. 90-167. Signs.
• Sec. 90-168. Service of food and beverages; alcoholic beverages.
• Sec. 90-169. Outdoor preparation of food; restrooms; cleanliness and removal of litter.
• Sec. 90-170. Days and hours of operation.
• Sec. 90-171. Term and renewal of permit; temporary suspension of operation.
• Sec. 90-172. Application for permit.
• Sec. 90-173. Revocation of permit; appeal.
• Sec. 90-174. Liability; indemnification of city; insurance.

ARTICLE VII. STREET ENCROACHMENTS

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

• Sec. 90-201. Definitions.
• Sec. 90-202. Exemptions.
• Sec. 90-203. Restriction of use.
• Sec. 90-204. Permit required.
• Sec. 90-205. Prohibited encroachments.
• Sec. 90-206. Emergency work.
• Sec. 90-207. Painting of paved surfaces.
• Sec. 90-208. Appeal.

DIVISION 2. PERMITS AND FEES

• Sec. 90-231. Authority to issue permits.
• Sec. 90-232. Application for permit; issuance.
• Sec. 90-233. Form of permit; term; display; transfer; changes in permit or work.
• Sec. 90-234. Fees.
• Sec. 90-235. Bonds; insurance.

DIVISION 3. STANDARDS FOR WORK

• Sec. 90-251. Liability; indemnification of city.
• Sec. 90-252. Public safety requirements.
• Sec. 90-253. Facilitation of traffic flow.
• Sec. 90-254. Notices.
• Sec. 90-255. Care of drainage.
• Sec. 90-256. Specific standards.

ARTICLE VIII. BUILDING LINE SETBACKS

• Sec. 90-281. Declaration of policy.
• Sec. 90-282. Locations of proposed streets to be provided to City Clerk.
• Sec. 90-283. Building permit for structures and improvements within boundaries of proposed streets.
• Sec. 90-284. Appeal.
• Sec. 90-285. Effect of planning and zoning regulations.

ARTICLE IX. MOVING OF BUILDINGS

• Sec. 90-311. Permit required; definitions.
• Sec. 90-312. Application requirements.
• Sec. 90-313. Processing of applications; bond and insurance.
• Sec. 90-314. Appeal.
• Sec. 90-315. Time limit for completing alterations and improvements.
• Sec. 90-316. Street improvements at new site.
• Sec. 90-317. Requirements for movers; standards for moving.
• Sec. 90-318. Clearing of old site.
• Sec. 90-319. Legal lot required.

ARTICLE X. DRIVEWAYS, CURBS, AND SIDEWALKS

• Sec. 90-341. "Driveway" defined; width and separation of driveways.
• Sec. 90-342. Replacement of curb and sidewalk at abandoned driveways.
• Sec. 90-343. Maintenance and repair of sidewalks.
• Sec. 90-344. Liability for personal injury and property damage.

ARTICLE XI. PRIVATE PARKING LOTS

• Sec. 90-371. Purpose and intent.
• Sec. 90-372. Definitions.
• Sec. 90-373. Compliance with article.
• Sec. 90-374. Restrictions on charging mail-in parking fees.
• Sec. 90-375. Maximum amount of mail-in parking fees.
• Sec. 90-376. Posting of signs specifying parking restrictions and charges.
• Sec. 90-377. Form and contents of parking charge notices.
• Sec. 90-378. Dispute resolution procedure for contested parking charges.
• Sec. 90-379. Registration.
• Sec. 90-380. Prohibited business practices.
• Sec. 90-381. Areas of applicability.
• Sec. 90-382. Violations; penalty.

Chapters 91--93 RESERVED

Chapter 94 SUBDIVISIONS top

ARTICLE I. GENERAL PROVISIONS

DIVISION 1. INTRODUCTORY PROVISIONS

• Sec. 94-1. Citation and authority.
• Sec. 94-2. Purpose.
• Sec. 94-3. Application.
• Sec. 94-4. Exceptions.
• Sec. 94-5. Interpretation.
• Sec. 94-6. Severability.

DIVISION 2. ADMINISTRATION AND COMMON PROCEDURES

• Sec. 94-31. Responsibilities.
• Sec. 94-32. Notification procedures for public hearings.
• Sec. 94-33. Appeals.
• Sec. 94-34. Fees and deposits.

DIVISION 3. MAPS REQUIRED

• Sec. 94-61. General.
• Sec. 94-62. Major subdivisions.
• Sec. 94-63. Minor subdivisions.

ARTICLE II. MAJOR SUBDIVISIONS

DIVISION 1. TENTATIVE MAPS

• Sec. 94-91. General.
• Sec. 94-92. Form and contents.
• Sec. 94-93. Accompanying data and reports.
• Sec. 94-94. Department review and referral.
• Sec. 94-95. Public hearing.
• Sec. 94-96. Planning Commission action.
• Sec. 94-97. Expiration and extensions.
• Sec. 94-98. Amendments to approved tentative map.
• Sec. 94-99. Appeals.

DIVISION 2. FINAL MAPS

• Sec. 94-121. General.
• Sec. 94-122. Submittal by units.
• Sec. 94-123. Survey required.
• Sec. 94-124. Monuments required.
• Sec. 94-125. Form and contents.
• Sec. 94-126. Submittal for city approval.
• Sec. 94-127. Action by City Council.
• Sec. 94-128. Filing with the County Recorder.

ARTICLE III. MINOR SUBDIVISIONS

DIVISION 1. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAPS

• Sec. 94-151. General.
• Sec. 94-152. Form and contents.
• Sec. 94-153. Zoning Administrator review and referral.
• Sec. 94-154. Public notice.
• Sec. 94-155. Action on the tentative parcel map.
• Sec. 94-156. Expiration and extensions.
• Sec. 94-157. Modifications to the approved tentative parcel map.
• Sec. 94-158. Appeals.

DIVISION 2. PARCEL MAPS

• Sec. 94-181. General.
• Sec. 94-182. Survey required.
• Sec. 94-183. Form and contents.
• Sec. 94-184. Preliminary submittal.
• Sec. 94-185. Review by City Engineer and Zoning Administrator.
• Sec. 94-186. Approval by City Engineer.
• Sec. 94-187. Filing with County Recorder.

ARTICLE IV.VESTING TENTATIVE MAPS

DIVISION 1. VESTING TENTATIVE MAPS

• Sec. 94-111. Vesting tentative maps.
• Sec. 94-112. Procedures.
• Sec. 94-113. Vesting of development rights.

ARTICLE V. DEDICATIONS AND RESERVATIONS

DIVISION 1. DEDICATIONS AND RESERVATIONS

• Sec. 94-241. Purpose.
• Sec. 94-242. Streets, alleys and other public rights-of-way or easements.
• Sec. 94-243. Bicycle paths.
• Sec. 94-244. Transit facilities.
• Sec. 94-245. Solar access easements.
• Sec. 94-246. Parkland.
• Sec. 94-247. School sites.
• Sec. 94-248. Watercourses and drainage facilities.
• Sec. 94-249. Acceptance of dedications.
• Sec. 94-250. Recording dedications.
• Sec. 94-251. Reservations.

ARTICLE VI. IMPROVEMENTS AND DESIGN STANDARDS

DIVISION 1. IMPROVEMENTS

• Sec. 94-281. General.
• Sec. 94-282. Improvements required.
• Sec. 94-283. Improvement plans.
• Sec. 94-284. Design of improvements.
• Sec. 94-285. Improvement agreements.
• Sec. 94-286. Deferred improvement agreements.
• Sec. 94-287. Improvement security.
• Sec. 94-288. Construction inspection.
• Sec. 94-289. Completion of improvements.
• Sec. 94-290. Acceptance of improvements.

DIVISION 2. RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM CONVERSIONS

• Sec. 94-321. Purpose and applicability.
• Sec. 94-322. Subdivision design.
• Sec. 94-323. Access.
• Sec. 94-324. Cable television/video service/internet/telecommunications facilities.
• Sec. 94-325. Energy conservation and solar access.
• Sec. 94-326. Grading and erosion control.
• Sec. 94-327. Protection of natural features and trees.
• Sec. 94-328. Standards.
• Sec. 94-329. Streets.
• Sec. 94-330. Walls and fences.
• Sec. 94-331. Water and sewer connection.

ARTICLE VII. COMMON INTEREST DEVELOPMENTS (CONDOMINIUMS)

DIVISION 1. STANDARDS FOR NEW RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUMS

• Sec. 94-361. Purpose.
• Sec. 94-362. Development standards.
• Sec. 98-363. Contents of the covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs)

DIVISION 2. STANDARDS FOR RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM CONVERSIONS

• Sec. 98-391. Purpose.
• Sec. 98-392. Use permit and maps required.
• Sec. 98-393. Application requirements.
• Sec. 98-394. Procedures.
• Sec. 98-395. Development standards.
• Sec. 98-396. Building standards.
• Sec. 98-397. Evaluation of effect of proposed apartment conversions on city's housing stock.
• Sec. 98-398. Required findings for approval of conversions.
• Sec. 98-399. Special conditions of approval.
• Sec. 98-400. Content of the covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs).
• Sec. 98-401. Approval of tentative or final map.
• Sec. 98-402. Annual limitation on condominium conversions.
• Sec. 94-403. Appeal.

ARTICLE VIII. REVERSIONS, MERGERS, AND LOT LINE ADJUSTMENTS

DIVISION 1. REVERSION TO ACREAGE

• Sec. 94-511. Purpose.
• Sec. 94-512. Initiation of proceedings.
• Sec. 94-513. Contents of petition.
• Sec. 94-514. Submittal of petition to Zoning Administrator.
• Sec. 94-515. City Council approval.
• Sec. 94-516. Required findings.
• Sec. 94-517. Conditions.
• Sec. 94-518. Filing with County Recorder.

DIVISION 2. PARCEL MERGERS

• Sec. 94-541. Purpose.
• Sec. 94-542. Required mergers.
• Sec. 94-543. Mergers initiated by the city.
• Sec. 94-544. Mergers initiated by property owner.
• Sec. 94-545. Unmerged parcels.

DIVISION 3. LOT LINE ADJUSTMENTS

• Sec. 94-571. Purpose.
• Sec. 94-572. Permitted lot line adjustments.
• Sec. 94-573. Procedures.
• Sec. 94-574. Appeals.
• Sec. 94-575. Recording with County Recorder.

ARTICLE IX. AMENDMENTS AND ENFORCEMENT

DIVISION 1. CORRECTION AND AMENDMENT OF MAPS

• Sec. 94-601. Purpose.
• Sec. 94-602. Tentative maps.
• Sec. 94-603. Final and parcel maps; allowed corrections and amendments.
• Sec. 94-604. Final and parcel maps; form and contents.
• Sec. 94-605. Final and parcel maps; review and approval of corrections.
• Sec. 94-606. Final and parcel maps; filing with the County Recorder.

DIVISION 2. ENFORCEMENT AND JUDICIAL REVIEW

• Sec. 94-631. Purpose.
• Sec. 94-632. Prohibition.
• Sec. 94-633. Penalty for violation.
• Sec. 94-634. Remedies.
• Sec. 94-635. Certificate of compliance.
• Sec. 94-636. Notice of violation.
• Sec. 94-637. Judicial review.

ARTICLE X. DEFINITIONS

DIVISION 1. DEFINITIONS

• Sec. 94-661. Purpose and applicability.
• Sec. 94-662. Definitions.

Chapter 98 TAXATION top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. SALES AND USE TAX.Sec. 98-31. Title.

• Sec. 98-32. Purpose.
• Sec. 98-33. Operative date; contract with state.
• Sec. 98-34. Sales tax.
• Sec. 98-35. Use tax.
• Sec. 98-36. Incorporation of amendments to state law.
• Sec. 98-37. Enjoining collection forbidden.
• Sec. 98-38. Severability.
• Sec. 98-39. Applicability of provisions relating to exclusions and exemptions.

ARTICLE III. PROPERTY TAXES

• Sec. 98-61. Assessing and tax collecting duties of City Clerk.

ARTICLE IV. REAL PROPERTY TRANSFER TAX

• Sec. 98-91. Title; authority.
• Sec. 98-92. Imposition and rate of tax.
• Sec. 98-93. Liability for tax.
• Sec. 98-94. Debt security exempted.
• Sec. 98-95. Governmental immunity.
• Sec. 98-96. Bankruptcy, receivership, and reorganization.
• Sec. 98-97. Securities and Exchange Commission order exemption.
• Sec. 98-98. Partnership transfer limitations.
• Sec. 98-99. Administration.
• Sec. 98-100. Claims for refund.

ARTICLE V. HOTEL TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX

• Sec. 98-121. Title.
• Sec. 98-122. Definitions.
• Sec. 98-123. Tax levied; payment of tax by transient.
• Sec. 98-124. Exceptions.
• Sec. 98-125. Collection by operator; advertisement that tax not to be collected prohibited.
• Sec. 98-126. Registration of hotels.
• Sec. 98-127. Reporting and remitting of collections.
• Sec. 98-128. Remitting and reporting requirements upon cessation of business.
• Sec. 98-129. Penalties and interest.
• Sec. 98-130. Failure to collect and report tax; determination of tax by Director.
• Sec. 98-131. Appeal.
• Sec. 98-132. Records to be kept.
• Sec. 98-133. Refunds.
• Sec. 98-134. Collection by court action.
• Sec. 98-135. Violations.

Article VI. Transaction and Use Tax.

• Sec. 98-161. Title.
• Sec. 98-162. Operative date.
• Sec. 98-163. Purpose.
• Sec. 98-164. Contract with State.
• Sec. 98-165. Transactions tax rate.
• Sec. 98-166. Place of sale.
• Sec. 98-167. Use tax rate.
• Sec. 98-168. Adoption of provisions of State law.
• Sec. 98-169. Limitations on adoption of State law and collection of use taxes.
• Sec. 98-170. Permit not required.
• Sec. 98-171. Exemptions and exclusions.
• Sec. 98-172. Amendments.
• Sec. 98-173. Enjoining collection forbidden.
• Sec. 98-174. Annual audit; citizens' oversight.
• Sec. 98-175. Termination date.

Chapters 99--101 RESERVED

Chapter 102 TELECOMMUNICATIONS top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. CABLE COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS

DIVISION 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS

• Sec. 102-31. Purpose.
• Sec. 102-32. Definitions.

DIVISION 2. CABLE TELEVISION

• Sec. 102-33. Franchise required.
• Sec. 102-34. Granting.
• Sec. 102-35. Term of franchise.
• Sec. 102-36. Franchise characteristics.
• Sec. 102-37. Franchise applications.
• Sec. 102-38. Application fee.
• Sec. 102-39. New franchise procedure.
• Sec. 102-40. Franchise renewal procedure.
• Sec. 102-41. Assignment and transfer.
• Sec. 102-42. Transfer of ownership.
• Sec. 102-43. Unauthorized operation of cable system.
• Sec. 102-44. Acts at cable operator's expense.
• Sec. 102-45. Eminent domain.
• Sec. 102-46. Annexations.
• Sec. 102-47. Joint exercise of powers agreement.
• Sec. 102-48. Cable operator subject to other laws; police power.
• Sec. 102-49. Interpretation of franchise terms.
• Sec. 102-50. Administration.
• Sec. 102-51. Basic service.
• Sec. 102-52. Performance evaluation sessions.
• Sec. 102-53. Cable service to public buildings occupied by public agencies.
• Sec. 102-54. PEG channels.
• Sec. 102-55. PEG facilities.
• Sec. 102-56. Institutional network.
• Sec. 102-57. Public access usage management.
• Sec. 102-58. Leased access.
• Sec. 102-59. Interconnection.
• Sec. 102-60. Emergency override.
• Sec. 102-61. Tree trimming.
• Sec. 102-62. Removal and abandonment of cable system
• Sec. 102-63. Acquisition of cable system.
• Sec. 102-64. Continuity of service.

DIVISION 3. CUSTOMER SERVICE

• Sec. 102-65. Non-discriminatory services.
• Sec. 102-66. Local office.
• Sec. 102-67. Line extensions.
• Sec. 102-68. New service requests.
• Sec. 102-69. System or individual outage complaints.
• Sec. 102-70. Scheduling appointments.
• Sec. 102-71. Notification of service interruptions.
• Sec. 102-72. Notification of service or channel changes.
• Sec. 102-73. Telephone communication services.
• Sec. 102-74. Complaint log.
• Sec. 102-75. Subscriber test requests.
• Sec. 102-76. Conditions of service; subscriber information.
• Sec. 102-77. Complaints; subscriber information.
• Sec. 102-78. Investigation of complaints.
• Sec. 102-79. Non-compliance with standards.
• Sec. 102-80. Billing, late fees, disconnection of service and notification of rate changes.
• Sec. 102-81. Credits for outages.
• Sec. 102-82. Refund of deposits.
• Sec. 102-83. Parental control lock.
• Sec. 102-84. Privacy.
• Sec. 102-85. Unauthorized Connections and Tampering.
• Sec. 102-85.5. Customer service penalties under state video franchises.

DIVISION 4. CONSTRUCTION AND TECHNICAL STANDARDS

• Sec. 102-86. Construction Requirements.
• Sec. 102-87. Standards.
• Sec. 102-88. Permits.
• Sec. 102-89. Placement of facilities.
• Sec. 102-90. Marking of facilities.
• Sec. 102-91. Existing poles and conduits.
• Sec. 102-92. Notice of work.
• Sec. 102-93. Use of public and private property.
• Sec. 102-94. Interference with public projects; relocation of facilities.
• Sec. 102-95. Other permits.

DIVISION 5. ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT

• Sec. 102-96. Franchise fees.
• Sec. 102-97. Fees on non-cable operator revenues.
• Sec. 102-98. Audit.
• Sec. 102-99. Late payments.
• Sec. 102-100. No accord or satisfaction.
• Sec. 102-101. Records and reports.
• Sec. 102-102. Location of cable operator's properties.
• Sec. 102-103. Insurance.
• Sec. 102-104. Indemnification.
• Sec. 102-105. Performance bond.
• Sec. 102-106. Possessory interest.
• Sec. 102-107. Violations.

DIVISION 6. RATE REGULATION

• Sec. 102-108. Authority.
• Sec. 102-109. Notice of rate increases.
• Sec. 102-110. State video franchise and PEG fees.
• Sec. 102-111. Audit authority.
• Sec. 102-112. City response to state video franchise application.

Chapters 103--105 RESERVED

Chapter 106 TRAFFIC AND VEHICLES top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL.Sec. 106-1. Definitions.

• Sec. 106-2. Trains not to block crossings.
• Sec. 106-3. Shrubbery or foliage obstructing visibility at intersections.
• Sec. 106-4. Shrubbery or foliage obstructing visibility of traffic control devices.
• Sec. 106-5. Unauthorized signs on street or right-of-way.

ARTICLE II. ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT

• Sec. 106-31. Traffic duties of Police Department.
• Sec. 106-32. Traffic accident studies.
• Sec. 106-33. Traffic accident reports.
• Sec. 106-34. Annual traffic safety report.
• Sec. 106-35. General powers and duties of Traffic Engineer.
• Sec. 106-36. Specific duties of Traffic Engineer.
• Sec. 106-37. Emergency and experimental regulations.
• Sec. 106-38. Authority of Police and Fire Department officials to direct traffic.
• Sec. 106-39. Persons other than authorized officials not to direct traffic.
• Sec. 106-40. Applicability of traffic regulations to persons riding bicycles or animals.
• Sec. 106-41. Obstruction of or interference with enforcement officers.
• Sec. 106-42. Applicability of traffic regulations to government vehicles.
• Sec. 106-43. Exemption of certain vehicles.
• Sec. 106-44. Report of damage to public property or utility property.
• Sec. 106-45. Removal of vehicles from streets--Vehicles subject to removal.
• Sec. 106-46. Same--Procedure for recovery of removed vehicles.

ARTICLE III. TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES

• Sec. 106-71. Validity of existing traffic control devices.
• Sec. 106-72. Authority to install traffic control devices.
• Sec. 106-73. Traffic control signs required for enforcement purposes.
• Sec. 106-74. Bypassing official traffic control devices prohibited.
• Sec. 106-75. Installation and timing of traffic signals.
• Sec. 106-76. Lane marking.
• Sec. 106-77. Roadway markings designating special driving restrictions.
• Sec. 106-78. Authority to remove or relocate traffic control devices.
• Sec. 106-79. Hours of operation.
• Sec. 106-80. Unauthorized painting of curbs.

ARTICLE IV. OPERATION OF VEHICLES

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

DIVISION 2. TURNING MOVEMENTS

• Sec. 106-121. Authority to place turning markers and designate turn lanes.
• Sec. 106-122. Authority to place restricted turn signs.

DIVISION 3. ONE-WAY STREETS AND ALLEYS

• Sec. 106-141. Installation of signs.

DIVISION 4. STOP AND YIELD INTERSECTIONS; SPECIAL STOPS

• Sec. 106-161. Installation of stop signs.
• Sec. 106-162. Stop at through street or stop sign.
• Sec. 106-163. Stop when emerging from alley, driveway or building.
• Sec. 106-164. Designation of through streets, stop intersections and yield intersections; erection of yield signs.

DIVISION 5. SPECIAL SPEED ZONES

• Sec. 106-181. Speed limits established.

DIVISION 6. MISCELLANEOUS DRIVING RULES

• Sec. 106-201. Driving through funeral procession.
• Sec. 106-202. Cruising.
• Sec. 106-203. Use of private driveways by commercial vehicles.
• Sec. 106-204. Riding or driving on sidewalks.
• Sec. 106-205. Riding or driving across new pavement or markings.
• Sec. 106-206. Obedience to barriers and signs.
• Sec. 106-207. Obstructing traffic at intersection or crosswalk.
• Sec. 106-208. Excessive acceleration of vehicle.

ARTICLE V. RESTRICTED USE OF CERTAIN STREETS

• Sec. 106-251. Truck routes.
• Sec. 106-252. Commercial vehicles prohibited from using certain streets.
• Sec. 106-253. Restrictions on use of Pine Hollow Road.

ARTICLE VI. INTERSTATE TRUCK TERMINALS

• Sec. 106-281. Definitions.
• Sec. 106-282. Purpose.
• Sec. 106-283. Procedure for designation of terminal and access route.
• Sec. 106-284. Application fee; payment of costs of signs.
• Sec. 106-285. Retrofitting of deficient access routes.
• Sec. 106-286. Revocation of approval or terminal or access route.
• Sec. 106-287. Appeal.
• Sec. 106-288. Severability.

ARTICLE VII. STOPPING, STANDING, AND PARKING

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

• Sec. 106-311. Applicability of regulations.
• Sec. 106-312. Stopping or standing in parkways prohibited.
• Sec. 106-313. Installation of signs and curb markings.
• Sec. 106-314. Stopping, standing or parking prohibited in certain places.
• Sec. 106-315. Use of streets for storage of vehicles.
• Sec. 106-316. Repairing or greasing vehicles on street.
• Sec. 106-317. Washing or polishing vehicles on street.
• Sec. 106-318. Parking in vicinity of schools.
• Sec. 106-319. Parking on narrow streets.
• Sec. 106-320. Parking on grade.
• Sec. 106-321. Parking in taxicab stand.
• Sec. 106-322. Emergency parking prohibitions.
• Sec. 106-323. Parking on city property.
• Sec. 106-324. Fifteen- or thirty-minute parking zones (green curb marking).
• Sec. 106-324.1. Ninety-minute parking.
• Sec. 106-324.2. Four-hour parking.
• Sec. 106-324.3. One-hour parking.
• Sec. 106-325. One-hour parking zones.
• Sec. 106-326. Two-hour parking zones.
• Sec. 106-327. Continued parking after expiration of time limit.
• Sec. 106-328. Diagonal parking.
• Sec. 106-329. Parking space markings.
• Sec. 106-330. Parking of commercial vehicles.

DIVISION 2. STOPPING FOR LOADING OR UNLOADING

• Sec. 106-351. Authority to establish loading zones.
• Sec. 106-352. Curb markings.
• Sec. 106-353. Effect of permission to load or unload; parking time limits.
• Sec. 106-354. Stopping, standing, or parking in loading zone.
• Sec. 106-355. Stopping, standing, or parking in passenger loading zone.
• Sec. 106-356. Stopping, standing, or parking in alley.
• Sec. 106-357. Bus zones.

DIVISION 3. PARKING ON PRIVATE PROPERTY

• Sec. 106-381. Posting of notices prohibiting parking.

DIVISION 4. PARKING FOR PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED PERSONS

• Sec. 106-401. Designation of spaces; removal of vehicles from off-street parking facilities.
• Sec. 106-402. Violations.

DIVISION 5. VISION SAFETY PARKING ZONES

• Sec. 106-421. Authority to establish.
• Sec. 106-422. Installation of signs.
• Sec. 106-423. Violations.

DIVISION 6. PERMIT PARKING AREAS

• Sec. 106-441. Purpose.
• Sec. 106-442. Definitions.
• Sec. 106-443. Areas eligible for designation.
• Sec. 106-444. Designation criteria.
• Sec. 106-445. Designation process and recommendations.
• Sec. 106-446. Issuance of resident parking permits.
• Sec. 106-447. Revocation of resident parking permits.
• Sec. 106-448. Guest parking permits.
• Sec. 106-449. Appeal.
• Sec. 106-450. Exemptions.
• Sec. 106-451. Installation of signs; warning period.
• Sec. 106-452. Violations.

ARTICLE VIII. BICYCLES

• Sec. 106-481. License required.
• Sec. 106-482. Issuance of license and identification symbol.
• Sec. 106-483. Form of license; record of licenses; attachment of license to bicycle.
• Sec. 106-484. Dealer's report of purchases.
• Sec. 106-485. Dealer's report of sales..Sec. 106-486. Report of change of ownership; transfer of license.
• Sec. 106-487. Removal of identification number or symbol.
• Sec. 106-488. Removing or altering license.
• Sec. 106-489. License fees.
• Sec. 106-490. Equipment.
• Sec. 106-491. Rights and duties of riders.
• Sec. 106-492. Riding in group.
• Sec. 106-493. Clinging to moving vehicle.
• Sec. 106-494. Passengers.
• Sec. 106-495. Towing person or other vehicle.
• Sec. 106-496. Carrying articles.
• Sec. 106-497. Racing.
• Sec. 106-498. Trick riding.
• Sec. 106-499. Parking.
• Sec. 106-500. Speed.
• Sec. 106-501. Operation at parks, playgrounds, and schools.
• Sec. 106-502. Duties of bicycle operator involved in accident.
• Sec. 106-503. Compensation to dealers performing licensing services.
• Sec. 106-504. Riding on sidewalks.

ARTICLE IX. PEDESTRIANS

• Sec. 106-531. Establishment of marked crosswalks.
• Sec. 106-532. Use of crosswalks required in business districts.
• Sec. 106-533. Crowds obstructing passage on street or sidewalk.

ARTICLE X. SOLICITATION ON STREET OR RIGHT-OF-WAY OR WITHIN COMMERCIAL PARKING AREA

• Sec. 106-561. Findings.
• Sec. 106-562. Definitions.
• Sec. 106-563. Solicitation on street or right-of-way.
• Sec. 106-564. Solicitation within commercial parking areas.
• Sec. 106-565. Violations.
• Sec. 106-566. Severability.

Chapters 107--109 RESERVED

Chapter 110 UTILITIES top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. SEWER SYSTEM

• Sec. 110-31. Definitions.
• Sec. 110-32. Rates and charges established.
• Sec. 110-33. Surcharge for connection to Clayton Valley Stage II sewer trunkline.
• Sec. 110-34. Billing; payment of bills; delinquency.
• Sec. 110-35. Person responsible for payment of charges.
• Sec. 110-36. Notices.
• Sec. 110-37. Enforcement; collection of charges; lien for unpaid charges.
• Sec. 110-38. Effective date of charges.
• Sec. 110-39. Connection to sewer system required; permit for discharge of industrial waste.
• Sec. 110-40. Connections generally; connection permit; maintenance of connections and equipment; reimbursement for costs of extension.
• Sec. 110-41. Service to premises outside city.
• Sec. 110-42. Screening, pretreatment, and measurement of industrial waste; prohibited and restricted discharges.
• Sec. 110-43. Duties of Director of Public Works and Director of Finance.
• Sec. 110-44. Disposition of revenue.
• Sec. 110-45. Appeal.
• Sec. 110-46. Severability.
• Sec. 110-47. Effective date.

ARTICLE III. UNDERGROUND UTILITIES

• Sec. 110-81. Definitions.
• Sec. 110-82. Public hearing regarding creation of district.
• Sec. 110-83. Adoption of resolution establishing district.
• Sec. 110-84. Unlawful acts in established district.
• Sec. 110-85. Authority to grant exceptions in emergency or unusual circumstances.
• Sec. 110-86. Exempted types of facilities.
• Sec. 110-87. Notice to property owners and utility companies of creation of district.
• Sec. 110-88. Responsibilities of utility companies.
• Sec. 110-89. Responsibilities of property owners.
• Sec. 110-90. Lien procedure.
• Sec. 110-91. Responsibilities of city.
• Sec. 110-92. Extension of time for compliance.
• Sec. 110-93. Requirements in areas not in underground district.

ARTICLE IV. DRAINAGE FEES

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

DIVISION 2. COUNTY DRAINAGE DISTRICTS NO. 1 AND NO. 22

• Sec. 110-141. Purpose; adoption of drainage plans.
• Sec. 110-142. Construction of facilities; benefits conferred.
• Sec. 110-143. New facilities to be supplemental to existing facilities.
• Sec. 110-144. Uniformity of fees.
• Sec. 110-145. Payment of fee prior to issuance of building permit.
• Sec. 110-146. Payment of fees for subdivisions.
• Sec. 110-147. Disposition of fees; restriction on use of funds.
• Sec. 110-148. Amount of fee.
• Sec. 110-149. Portion of parcel subject to fee.
• Sec. 110-150. Apportionment of fees for partially developed subdivisions.

DIVISION 3. LOCAL DRAINAGE AREAS

• Sec. 110-171. Purpose.
• Sec. 110-172. Local drainage areas established.
• Sec. 110-173. Construction of facilities; benefits conferred.
• Sec. 110-174. Uniformity of fees.
• Sec. 110-175. New facilities to be supplemental to existing facilities.
• Sec. 110-176. Payment of fees prior to issuance of building permit.
• Sec. 110-177. Payment of fees for subdivisions.
• Sec. 110-178. Disposition of fees; restriction on use of funds.
• Sec. 110-179. Amount of fee; determination of fee.
• Sec. 110-180. Portion of parcel subject to fee.
• Sec. 110-181. Apportionment of fee for partially developed subdivisions.

ARTICLE V. ENERGY PROGRAMS

• Sec. 110-211. Purpose.
• Sec. 110-212. Municipal solar utility.
• Sec. 110-213. Time-of-sale residential weatherization disclosure.

Chapters 111--113 RESERVED

Chapter 114 VEGETATION top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. TREES AND SHRUBS

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

• Sec. 114-31. Intent and purpose.
• Sec. 114-32. Definitions.
• Sec. 114-33. Authority of City Manager.
• Sec. 114-34. Approval of action or treatment affecting trees or shrubs on public property.
• Sec. 114-35. Maintenance of city-owned trees, shrubs, hedges, and heritage trees.
• Sec. 114-36. Duties of owners of trees and shrubs growing on or near right-of-way or public place.
• Sec. 114-37. Public nuisances.
• Sec. 114-38. Order to correct condition.

DIVISION 2. HERITAGE TREES

• Sec. 114-61. Purpose and intent.
• Sec. 114-62. Criteria; designation by Planning Commission.
• Sec. 114-63. Nomination for heritage status.
• Sec. 114-64. Identification; property rights; duties of property owner.
• Sec. 114-65. Applicability to proposed subdivisions and site development.
• Sec. 114-66. Permit required for removal; exceptions.
• Sec. 114-67. Issuance of permit for removal; possession of permit.
• Sec. 114-68. Protection during construction.
• Sec. 114-69. Appeal.

ARTICLE III. WATER CONSERVATION REGULATIONS FOR LANDSCAPED PROJECTS

• Sec. 114-101. Purpose and applicability.
• Sec. 114-102. Definitions.
• Sec. 114-103. Plant selection.
• Sec. 114-104. Maximum area of turf coverage and water features.
• Sec. 114-105. Determination of size of landscaped areas.
• Sec. 114-106. Soil testing and enhancement.
• Sec. 114-107. Irrigation system standards.
• Sec. 114-108. Landscape plan and water usage program.
• Sec. 114-109. Demonstration landscaping at model home sites.
• Sec. 114-110. Developer's agreement for installation and maintenance of landscaping.
• Sec. 114-111. Violations; penalties.

Chapters 115--117 RESERVED.

Chapter 118 VEHICLES FOR HIRE top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

ARTICLE II. TAXICABS

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

• Sec. 118-31. Definitions.
• Sec. 118-32. Exceptions.
• Sec. 118-33. Safety features and equipment.
• Sec. 118-34. Reports of lost property.
• Sec. 118-35. Smoking in taxicabs prohibited.
• Sec. 118-36. Violations.
• Sec. 118-37. Administrative citations, fines, and appeals.
• Sec. 118-38. Appeals.
• Secs. 118-39--118-45. Reserved.

DIVISION 2. DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING

• Sec. 118-46. Controlled substance and alcohol testing program.
• Secs. 118-47 - 118-53. Reserved.

DIVISION 3. OWNER'S PERMIT

• Sec. 118-54. Owner's permit required; number of taxicabs authorized.
• Sec. 118-55. Application for owner's permit.
• Sec. 118-56. Granting or denial of owner's permit.
• Sec. 118-57. Contents of owner's permit.
• Sec. 118-58. Fee for owner's permit.
• Sec. 118-59. Business license.
• Sec. 118-60. Term of owner's permit; posting; renewal; transfer.
• Sec. 118-61. Suspension or revocation of owner's permit.
• Secs. 118-62--118-68. Reserved.

DIVISION 4. DRIVER'S PERMITS

• Sec. 118-69. Driver's permit required.
• Sec. 118-70. Qualifications of applicant for driver's permit.
• Sec. 118-71. Application for driver's permit; renewal of permits.
• Sec. 118-72. Fee for driver's permit.
• Sec. 118-73. Granting or denial of driver's permit.
• Sec. 118-74. Posting of driver's permit.
• Sec. 118-75. Transfer of driver's permit.
• Sec. 118-76. Notification of change of address of person holding driver's permit.
• Sec. 118-77. Notification of change of driver's employment.
• Sec. 118-78. Conditions of driver's permit.
• Sec. 118-79. Suspension or revocation of driver's permit.
• Sec. 118-80. Surrender of driver's permit on leaving employment.
• Secs. 118-81 - 118-87. Reserved.

DIVISION 5. MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION OF TAXICABS

• Sec. 118-88. Taximeter; fares; dispatch system; minimum number of vehicles in operation.
• Sec. 118-89. Identification on vehicles.
• Sec. 118-90. Maintenance and operating regulations.
• Sec. 118-91. Liability insurance required.
• Sec. 118-92. Provisions of liability insurance policy.
• Sec. 118-93. Liability insurance certificate.
• Sec. 118-94. Tripsheets.
• Sec. 118-95. Taxicabs from other municipalities not to accept passengers in city.
• Sec. 118-96. Taxicab stands.
• Sec. 118-97. Unattended vehicles in street stands prohibited.
• Sec. 118-98. Refusal to carry passenger.
• Secs. 118-99 - 118-100. Reserved.

ARTICLE III. AMBULANCE SERVICES

• Sec. 118-101. Definitions.
• Sec. 118-102. Permit required.
• Sec. 118-103. Certificate of need and necessity.
• Sec. 118-104. Application for permit.
• Sec. 118-105. Permit fee; issuance of permit.
• Sec. 118-106. Revocation of permit.
• Sec. 118-107. Filing and posting of rate schedule.
• Sec. 118-108. Operating rules and regulations.
• Sec. 118-109. Appeal.
• Sec. 118-110. Violations; penalties.

Chapters 119--121 RESERVED

Chapter 122 ZONING top

ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL

• Sec. 122-1. Purpose.
• Sec. 122-2. Effect of zoning or districting plan.
• Sec. 122-3. Compliance with chapter.
• Sec. 122-4. Definitions.
• Sec. 122-5. Interpretation of chapter; conflicting laws, regulations or covenants.
• Sec. 122-6. Enforcement.
• Sec. 122-7. Penalties.
• Sec. 122-8. Violations declared nuisance.
• Sec. 122-9. Remedies cumulative.
• Sec. 122-10. Repealer.

ARTICLE II. ADMINISTRATION

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

DIVISION 2. ZONING ADMINISTRATOR

• Sec. 122-51. Office established; general authority.
• Sec. 122-52. Administrative approvals.
• Sec. 122-53. Zoning Administrator's permits.
• Sec. 122-54. Approval of minor subdivisions.
• Sec. 122-55. Appeals.

DIVISION 3. USE PERMITS

• Sec. 122-71. General.
• Sec. 122-72. Application.
• Sec. 122-73. Amendments.
• Sec. 122-74. Term.
• Sec. 122-75. Public hearing.
• Sec. 122-76. Action by Planning Commission.
• Sec. 122-77. Appeal procedure.
• Sec. 122-78. Effect of appeal.
• Sec. 122-79. Limitation on subsequent applications after denial.

DIVISION 4. DESIGN REVIEW BOARD AND DESIGN REVIEW PROCEDURES

• Sec. 122-101. Design review procedure adopted.
• Sec. 122-102. Findings.
• Sec. 122-103. Purpose.
• Sec. 122-104. Design Review Board.
• Sec. 122-105. Improvements subject to design review.
• Sec. 122-106. Application for design review.
• Sec. 122-107. Evaluation of proposed development.
• Sec. 122-108. Submission of final plan.
• Sec. 122-109. Appeal.
• Sec. 122-110. Prohibitions; enforcement.
• Sec. 122-111. Noncomplying improvements declared nuisance.
• Sec. 122-112. Review of improvements to be constructed by school districts and governmental agencies.
• Sec. 122-113. Effect on other ordinances.
• Sec. 122-114. Severability.
• Sec. 122-115. Approval of building permit plans.
• Sec. 122-116. Resubmission of plans when modifications are required.
• Sec. 122-117. Plan checking fee.

DIVISION 5. DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS

• Sec. 122-141. Purpose.
• Sec. 122-142. Application forms and information.
• Sec. 122-143. Fees.
• Sec. 122-144. Parties to agreement.
• Sec. 122-145. Application to be accompanied by proposed terms of agreement.
• Sec. 122-146. Review of application.
• Sec. 122-147. Contents.
• Sec. 122-148. Notice of public hearing.
• Sec. 122-149. Conduct of public hearing.
• Sec. 122-150. Determination by Planning Commission.
• Sec. 122-151. Decision by City Council.
• Sec. 122-152. Amendment or cancellation by mutual consent.
• Sec. 122-153. Recording of development agreement, amendment or cancellation.
• Sec. 122-154. Periodic compliance review--Required; procedure.
• Sec. 122-155. Same--Effect of decision.
• Sec. 122-156. Modification or termination.
• Sec. 122-157. Enforcement.

DIVISION 6. APPEALS AND REVOCATIONS

• Sec. 122-181. Refiling and reconsideration of denied applications.
• Sec. 122-182. Appellate authority of Planning Commission.
• Sec. 122-183. Appeal from decision of Planning Commission.
• Sec. 122-184. Expiration of permit or variance; grounds for revocation of permit, variance or design approval.
• Sec. 122-185. Hearing on proposed revocation.
• Sec. 122-186. Appeal of staff interpretation.
• Sec. 122-187. Revocation of use permit for abandoned drive-in facilities.

DIVISION 7. VARIANCES

• Sec. 122-211. Authorized; procedure.
• Sec. 122-212. Appeals.
• Sec. 122-213. Purpose.
• Sec. 122-214. Definitions.
• Sec. 122-215. Requesting Reasonable Accommodation.
• Sec. 122-216. Jurisdiction.
• Sec. 122-217. Required Findings.
• Sec. 122-218. Written Decision on the Request for Reasonable Accommodation.
• Sec. 122-219. Appeals.
• Sec. 122-220. Rescission of Grant of Reasonable Accommodation.

DIVISION 8. AMENDMENTS

• Sec. 122-231. General.
• Sec. 122-232. Initiation.
• Sec. 122-233. Public hearing.
• Sec. 122-234. Action by Planning Commission.
• Sec. 122-235. Action by City Council.
• Sec. 122-236. Reapplication for reclassification of property or amendment to zoning map.

ARTICLE III. DISTRICTS AND DISTRICT REGULATIONS

DIVISION 1. GENERAL

• Sec. 122-281. Enumeration of districts.
• Sec. 122-282. Zoning map.
• Sec. 122-283. Occupancy of mobile homes, trailers and campers.

DIVISION 2. R-6, R-7, R-7.5, R-8, R-10, R-12, R-15, R-20, R-40 SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS

• Sec. 122-301. Description and purpose.
• Sec. 122-302. Uses permitted in all Single-Family Districts.
• Sec. 122-303. Conditional uses in all Single-Family Districts, subject to obtaining permit.
• Sec. 122-304. Home-based businesses.
• Sec. 122-305. Prohibited use.
• Sec. 122-306. Development standards.
• Sec. 122-307. Additions to existing residences.
• Sec. 122-308. Exemptions from required minimum setback, lot area or lot width requirements for legal nonconforming r
• Sec. 122-309. Two single-family dwelling units on one lot.
• Sec. 122-310. Secondary living units.
• Sec. 122-311. Sinclair/Alameda Neighborhood Overlay District.

DIVISION 3. RESIDENTIAL DENSITY BONUS

• Sec. 122-331. Density bonuses for affordable housing and childcare.

DIVISION 4. D-3 DUPLEX RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT

• Sec. 122-361. Description and purpose.
• Sec. 122-362. Permitted uses.
• Sec. 122-363. Child care facilities.
• Sec. 122-364. Conditional uses, subject to obtaining use permit.
• Sec. 122-365. Prohibited use.
• Sec. 122-366. Building height limit.
• Sec. 122-367. Building site area required.
• Sec. 122-368. Percentage of lot coverage permitted.
• Sec. 122-369. Yards required.

DIVISION 5. M-2.5, M-1.8, M-1 LOW, MEDIUM, AND HIGH DENSITY MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS

• Sec. 122-391. Description and purpose.
• Sec. 122-392. Uses.
• Sec. 122-393. Prohibited use.
• Sec. 122-394. Development standards.

DIVISION 6. MULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS (LOW TO MEDIUM DENSITY), FAR 0.2 AND FAR 0.2+ TO 0.4

• Sec. 122-411. Description and purpose.
• Sec. 122-412. Uses.
• Sec. 122-413. Prohibited use.
• Sec. 122-414. Development standards.
• Secs. 122-415--122-430. Reserved.

DIVISION 7. APO APARTMENT AND PROFESSIONAL OFFICE DISTRICT

• Sec. 122-431. Description and purpose.
• Sec. 122-432. Conditional uses, subject to obtaining a Zoning Administrator's permit.
• Sec. 122-433. Conditional uses, subject to obtaining use permit.
• Sec. 122-434. Child care facilities.
• Sec. 122-435. Prohibited uses.
• Sec. 122-436. Transitional treatment.
• Sec. 122-437. Building height limit.
• Sec. 122-438. Building site area required.
• Sec. 122-439. Percentage of lot coverage.
• Sec. 122-440. Yards required.
• Sec. 122-441. Development standards.
• Sec. 122-442. Concord Boulevard Overlay District.

DIVISION 8. NTS NORTH TODOS SANTOS DISTRICT

• Sec. 122-461. Description and purpose.
• Sec. 122-462. Permitted uses.
• Sec. 122-463. Uses permitted, subject to approval of Zoning Administrator.
• Sec. 122-464. Uses permitted, subject to approval by Design Review Board and a use permit from Planning Commission.
• Sec. 122-465. Prohibited use.
• Sec. 122-466. Development standards.
• Sec. 122-467. Design guidelines.
• Sec. 122-468. Exceptions from building code requirements.

DIVISION 9. NC NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL DISTRICT

• Sec. 122-491. Uses permitted.
• Sec. 122-492. Uses that may be allowed, subject to issuance of permit by Zoning Administrator.
• Sec. 122-493. Uses that may be permitted, subject to obtaining use permit.
• Sec. 122-494. Child care facilities.
• Sec. 122-495. Prohibited use.
• Sec. 122-496. General limitations.
• Sec. 122-497. Required setbacks.
• Sec. 122-498. Transitional design requirements.
• Sec. 122-499. Landscaping and site development standards.

DIVISION 10. SC SERVICE COMMERCIAL DISTRICT

• Sec. 122-521. Description and purpose.
• Sec. 122-522. Uses permitted.
• Sec. 122-523. Uses permitted, subject to obtaining use permit.
• Sec. 122-524. Child care facilities.
• Sec. 122-525. Prohibited use.
• Sec. 122-526. Required conditions.
• Sec. 122-527. Building height limit.
• Sec. 122-528. Building site area required.
• Sec. 122-529. Yards required.
• Sec. 122-530. Illumination.

DIVISION 11. SLI SPECIAL LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT

• Sec. 122-551. Description and purpose.
• Sec. 122-552. Uses permitted and prohibited.
• Sec. 122-553. Child care facilities.
• Sec. 122-554. Development standards.

DIVISION 12. DBD DOWNTOWN BUSINESS DISTRICT

• Sec. 122-571. Intent and purpose.
• Sec. 122-572. Conformity to redevelopment plan.
• Sec. 122-573. Uses permitted and approval procedures.
• Sec. 122-574. Child care facilities.
• Sec. 122-575. Prohibited use.
• Sec. 122-576. Development standards.

DIVISION 13. LI LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT

• Sec. 122-601. Purpose and intent.
• Sec. 122-602. Uses permitted.
• Sec. 122-603. Uses permitted, subject to securing use permit from Planning Commission.
• Sec. 122-604. Child care facilities.
• Sec. 122-605. Prohibited use.
• Sec. 122-606. Development standards.

DIVISION 14. PI PLANNED INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT

• Sec. 122-631. Purpose and intent.
• Sec. 122-632. Uses permitted.
• Sec. 122-633. Application for use permit.
• Sec. 122-634. Administrative approvals.
• Sec. 122-635. Uses permitted, subject to securing use permit.
• Sec. 122-636. Child care facilities.
• Sec. 122-637. Prohibited Use.
• Sec. 122-638. Building height limit.
• Sec. 122-639. Building site area required.
• Sec. 122-640. Yards required.
• Sec. 122-641. Setback and landscaping.
• Sec. 122-642. Truck loading facilities.
• Sec. 122-643. Manufacturing and storage areas.
• Sec. 122-644. Exterior building finish.
• Sec. 122-645. Illumination.

DIVISION 15. S STUDY DISTRICT

• Sec. 122-661. Purpose.
• Sec. 122-662. Conformance with General Plan.

DIVISION 16. PD PLANNED DISTRICT

• Sec. 122-681. Purpose.
• Sec. 122-682. Prohibited use.
• Sec. 122-683. General requirements.
• Sec. 122-684. Preliminary development plan.
• Sec. 122-685. Subsequent permits.
• Sec. 122-686. Fees.

DIVISION 17. OPEN SPACE DISTRICTS

• Sec. 122-701. Permanent Open Space (POS) District.
• Sec. 122-702. Child care facilities.
• Sec. 122-703. Open Space Reserve District.

ARTICLE IV. GENERAL PROVISIONS AND EXCEPTIONS

• Sec. 122-741. Applicability.
• Sec. 122-742. Restrictions for specified uses, operations, and permits.
• Sec. 122-743. Height limits to maintain sight distance and solar access.
• Sec. 122-744. Yards and setbacks.
• Sec. 122-745. Nonconforming uses.
• Sec. 122-746. Relocated uses.
• Sec. 122-747. Notification of public hearings.
• Sec. 122-748. Covenant of easement requirements.
• Sec. 122-749. Release of covenant for easement.

ARTICLE V. PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT

• Sec. 122-781. Purpose.
• Sec. 122-782. Application procedure.
• Sec. 122-783. Exhibits to be filed with application.
• Sec. 122-784. Density transfer.
• Sec. 122-785. Dedication of open space.
• Sec. 122-786. Maintenance of open space.
• Sec. 122-787. Variations from General Plan.

ARTICLE VI. HILLSIDE DEVELOPMENT

• Sec. 122-811. Purpose and intent.
• Sec. 122-812. Applicability.
• Sec. 122-813. Development standards.
• Sec. 122-814. Hillside development plan.
• Sec. 122-815. Design review.
• Sec. 122-816. Plan requirements for property zoned Planned District.
• Sec. 122-817. Erosion control plan.
• Sec. 122-818. Fences.
• Sec. 122-819. Amendment of approved plan.

ARTICLE VII. OFF-STREET PARKING FACILITIES

• Sec. 122-841. General provisions.
• Sec. 122-842. Definitions.
• Sec. 122-843. Development and maintenance of parking areas.
• Sec. 122-844. Location of required parking facilities.
• Sec. 122-845. Required number of parking spaces.
• Sec. 122-846. Bicycle and motorcycle parking facilities.
• Sec. 122-847. Parking area and stall dimensions.
• Sec. 122-848. Parking requirements in Downtown Business (DB) District.

ARTICLE VIII. FENCES

• Sec. 122-871. Purpose.
• Sec. 122-872. Height limitations.
• Sec. 122-873. Barbed wire, razor wire, ultra barrier, electrified, and other hazardous fences.
• Sec. 122-874. Fences in hillside areas.

ARTICLE IX. ADULT ENTERTAINMENT BUSINESSES

• Sec. 122-901. Purpose and intent.
• Sec. 122-902. Definitions.
• Sec. 122-903. Location restrictions.
• Sec. 122-904. Public display of sexually oriented material.
• Sec. 122-905. Discontinuance of nonconforming activities.
• Sec. 122-906. Use permit required.
• Sec. 122-907. Contents of permit application.
• Sec. 122-908. Permit application fee.
• Sec. 122-909. Procedure for action on permit.
• Sec. 122-910. Appeal of decision on permit.
• Sec. 122-911. Judicial review of decision on permit.
• Sec. 122-912. Expiration of permit.
• Sec. 122-913. Grounds for denial of permit.
• Sec. 122-914. Annual fee.
• Sec. 122-915. Inspection of premises.
• Sec. 122-916. Suspension of permit.
• Sec. 122-917. Revocation of permit.
• Sec. 122-918. Review of permit denial, suspension, or revocation.
• Sec. 122-919. Transfer of permit.
• Sec. 122-920. Prohibitions regarding minors.
• Sec. 122-921. Hours of operation.
• Sec. 122-922. Penalties.
• Sec. 122-923. Exemptions.

ARTICLE X. ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT OF 1970 PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES

• Sec. 122-951. Purpose.
• Sec. 122-952. Authority of Planning Commission.
• Sec. 122-953. Adoption of rules and regulations.
• Sec. 122-954. Monitoring and reporting program.
• Sec. 122-955. Enforcement.
• Sec. 122-956. Fees.

ARTICLE XI. ANTENNAS AND WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES

• Sec. 122-981. Purpose and intent; definitions; action on applications.
• Sec. 122-982. Exceptions and special regulations.
• Sec. 122-983. Review and approval.
• Sec. 122-984. Appeal.
• Sec. 122-985. Development requirements and standards.
• Sec. 122-986. Severability.

ARTICLE XII. SIGNS

• Sec. 122-1011. Purpose.
• Sec. 122-1012. Definitions.
• Sec. 122-1013. Prohibited signs and uses.
• Sec. 122-1014. General regulations.
• Sec. 122-1015. Permits.
• Sec. 122-1016. Construction and maintenance.
• Sec. 122-1017. Removal.
• Sec. 122-1018. Signs in Residential (R) Districts.
• Sec. 122-1019. Signs in Duplex (D), Multiple (M), and Land Use Intensity (LUI) Districts.
• Sec. 122-1020. Signs in Apartment Professional Office (APO) Districts.
• Sec. 122-1021. Signs in Downtown Business (DB) Districts.
• Sec. 122-1022. Signs in Neighborhood Commercial (NC) Districts.
• Sec. 122-1023. Signs in Service Commercial (SC) Districts.
• Sec. 122-1024. Signs in Planned Industrial (PI) Districts.
• Sec. 122-1025. Signs in Light Industrial (LI) and Special Light Industrial (SLI) Districts.
• Sec. 122-1026. Signs in Planned (P) Districts.
• Sec. 122-1027. Subdivision signs.
• Sec. 122-1028. Political signs.
• Sec. 122-1029. Miscellaneous signs.
• Sec. 122-1030. Appeal to Planning Commission.
• Sec. 122-1031. Appeal to City Council.
• Sec. 122-1032. Variances.
• Sec. 122-1033. Repealer.
• Sec. 122-1034. Violations; penalties.
• Sec. 122-1035. Severability.

Article XIII. Inclusionary Housing

• Sec. 122-1050. Purpose and Intent.
• Sec. 122-1051. Definitions.
• Sec. 122-1052. Requirement to Provide Inclusionary Units or Pay In-lieu Fee.
• Sec. 122-1053. Required Number of Inclusionary Units.
• Sec. 122-1054. In-lieu Fees.
• Sec. 122-1055. Duration of Restrictions.
• Sec. 122-1056. Inclusionary Housing Agreements
• Sec. 122-1057. Development Incentives.
• Sec. 122-1058. Compliance Monitoring Fees.
• Sec. 122-1059. Off-Site Alternatives
• Sec. 122-1060. Design Standards and Construction Timing.
• Sec. 122-1061. Waivers or Adjustments
• Sec. 122-1062. Allocation Priority.