San Fernando, Cal., Code of Ordinances ch. 106, art. IV, div. 17 § 106-728

Development standards

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San Fernando, Cal., Code of Ordinances ch. 106, art. IV, div. 17 § 106-728
(a) All units constructed prior to the effective date of the ordinance from which this chapter derives shall be in substantial accordance with development standards as set forth in this chapter, and all units constructed subsequent to effective date of the ordinance from which this chapter derives shall be in full compliance with the development standards.
(b) Off-street parking requirements shall be as specified in the applicable zoning district and division 3 of article III of this chapter.
(c) A single area having a minimum of 100 cubic feet of private and secure dead storage space shall be provided for each unit. The storage area may be located within the garage, provided it does not interfere with garage use for automobile parking. Customary closets and cupboards within the dwelling unit shall not count toward meeting this requirement.
(d) No living units shall be permitted over garages unless one of the following conditions exist: the garage serves the unit above, or the garage is an underground type parking garage.
(e) An adjoining private patio or deck shall be provided for each unit. No dimension shall be less than eight feet, or have a minimum area of less than 100 square feet.
(f) One hundred fifty square feet of developed common recreation space shall be provided per unit, but in no event less than 1,000 square feet for the condominium project.
(g) Separate laundry facilities of sufficient size to allow for the installation of a clothes washer and dryer shall be provided for each condominium unit. If provided for in the garage, the facility shall not encroach into the required parking space.
(h) The consumption of gas, water and electricity within each dwelling unit shall have a separate shutoff device to disconnect each unit's utilities, unless utilities are provided by the homeowner's association.
(i) All permanent mechanical equipment, including domestic appliances, which is determined by the building official to be a source or potential source of vibration or noise, shall be shock-mounted, isolated from the floor and ceiling, or otherwise installed in a manner approved by the building official to lessen the transmission of vibration and noise.
(j) The city shall require the developer to upgrade the project's water delivery system to comply with the city's current fire flow requirements.
(k) All structures and buildings included as a part of a condominium project shall conform to the building and zoning requirements applicable to the zone wherein the project is proposed to be located. Designation of individual condominium units shall not be deemed to reduce or eliminate any of the building and zoning requirements applicable to any such buildings or structures.
(l) Television and radio antennas. Individual television and radio antennas shall be prohibited outside of any owner's unit. The declaration shall provide either for a central antenna with connections to each unit via underground or internal wall wiring, or each unit shall be served by a cable antenna service provided by a company licensed to provide such service within the city.
(m) Approval shall not be granted for a residential condominium development unless the obligation for care, upkeep and management of the common element is imposed on a nonprofit corporation (the association).
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Plain English

San Fernando Code of Ordinances ch. 106, art. IV, div. 17 § 106-728 establishes a comprehensive set of physical and operational development standards for condominium projects in San Fernando. Units built before the ordinance's effective date must substantially meet these standards, while units built after must fully comply. The standards cover a wide range of requirements, including parking, private storage space, patios or decks, common recreation areas, laundry facilities, utility shutoffs, noise control, fire flow compliance, antenna restrictions, and the mandatory formation of a homeowners' association to manage common elements.

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For Property Managers

Developers and property owners operating under San Fernando Code of Ordinances ch. 106, art. IV, div. 17 § 106-728 generally ensure that each condominium unit is equipped with at least 100 cubic feet of private dead storage, a private patio or deck no smaller than 100 square feet with no dimension under eight feet, and separate laundry facilities. Compliant operators also verify that utility shutoff devices are installed per unit, that mechanical equipment is shock-mounted or otherwise noise-isolated to the building official's satisfaction, and that the project's water delivery system meets current fire flow requirements. A nonprofit homeowners' association must be established to take on responsibility for common-element care and management, and individual exterior antennas must be replaced with a central or cable antenna system.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Under San Fernando Code of Ordinances ch. 106, art. IV, div. 17 § 106-728, residents of condominium units are entitled to certain baseline physical amenities, including private secure storage, a private outdoor patio or deck, access to laundry facilities, and shared recreation space of at least 150 square feet per unit. Tenants or unit owners who believe these standards are not being met may consider raising the issue with the City of San Fernando's building or planning department, or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with local condominium regulations. The provision also guarantees that common-element upkeep obligations rest with a formally established nonprofit association, which can be a relevant point when addressing maintenance concerns.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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