1. (a) The occupied area of a lot, consisting of the unit, and all accessory buildings and structures including, but not limited to awnings, stairways, ramps and storage cabinets, shall not exceed seventy-five (75) percent of the lot area.
2. (b) For purposes of this chapter, patios and paved or concrete areas on grade, and the area of accessory buildings or structures located under another accessory structure, such as a storage cabinet or porch under an awning or carport, are not included in the measurement of the occupied area. The occupied area shall be determined as if viewed from overhead looking directly down on the lot.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 18865 and 18865.05, Health and Safety Code. Reference Sections 18872 and 18873.5, Health and Safety Code.

History

1. New section filed 7-6-2004; operative 7-6-2004 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4 (Register 2004, No. 28).

2. Amendment of subsection (b) filed 7-22-2005; operative 7-22-2005 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4 (Register 2005, No. 29).

3. Editorial correction of History 2 (Register 2005, No. 33).

4. Amendment of subsection (b) and Note filed 12-26-2006; operative 1-2-2007 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4 (Register 2006, No. 52).