Alley lot line-facing facade is defined as all portions of a building facade that are parallel to an alley lot line and meet the criteria outlined in Sec. 14.2.6.B. (Lot Line-Facing Facade).

For the purposes of Div. 13B.8. (Historic Preservation), alteration is defined as any exterior change or modification of a building, structure, landscaping, natural feature or lot within a Historic Preservation Overlay Zone including but not limited to changing exterior paint color, removal of significant trees or landscaping, installation or removal of fencing, and similar projects, and including street features, furniture or fixtures.

Alternative parking strategy is defined as an alternative method of meeting parking requirements that meet the standards outlined in Sec. 4C.4.2. (Alternative Parking Strategies).

American standard for nursery stock is defined as a publication by the American Horticulture Industry Association intended to provide buyers and sellers of nursery stock with a common terminology in order to facilitate commercial transactions involving nursery stock.

Area Median Income.

Amphitheater or stadium is defined as a use meeting the definition of either amphitheater or stadium: local or amphitheater or stadium: regional.

Pursuant to Sec. 5D.4.1. (Amphitheater or Stadium: Local), amphitheater or stadium: local is defined as any outdoor or semi-outdoor assembly facility intended to accommodate a large number of spectators for performances or sporting events and having an associated seating capacity of less than 3,000 seats. This use does not include facilities with seating capacity of 3,000 seats or more, for such uses see Sec. 5D.4.1.B. (Amphitheater or Stadium: Regional).

Pursuant to Sec. 5D.4.1. (Amphitheater or Stadium: Regional), amphitheater or stadium: regional is defined as any outdoor or semi-outdoor assembly facility intended to accommodate a large number of spectators for performances or sporting events and having an associated seating capacity of 3,000 seats or more. This use includes an amphitheater or stadium associated with a school. This use does not include facilities with seating capacity of less than 3,000 seats, for such uses see Sec. 5D.4.1.A. (Amphitheater or Stadium: Local).

Angle of elevation is defined as the angle of an elevation view, zero degrees (horizontal) being the angle of an elevation projection, and 90 degrees being vertical.

Pursuant to Sec. 5D.10.1. (Animal Keeping), animal keeping is defined as any agricultural use that includes the breeding, boarding, training, or raising of animals.

Pursuant to Sec. 5D.10.1. (Animal Keeping: Bees), animal keeping: bees is defined as any animal keeping use that includes the keeping of bees.

Pursuant to Sec. 5D.10.1. (Animal Keeping: Dairy), animal keeping: dairy is defined as an animal keeping use that includes the storage, processing, or distribution of milk or milk products.

Pursuant to Sec. 5D.10.1C. (Animal Keeping: Equine, Commercial), animal keeping: equine, commercial is defined as the keeping, breeding, raising, training, or boarding of more than two equines not owned by and registered to residents on the same lot as the equine use. Equine includes mules and donkeys.

Pursuant to Sec. 5D.10.1.D. (Animal Keeping: Equine, Non-Commercial), animal keeping: equine, non-commercial is defined as the keeping, breeding, raising, training, or boarding of equines owned by and registered to residents on the same lot as the equine use. No more than two equines owned by or registered to persons not residing on the same lot shall be allowed. Equine includes mules and donkeys.

Pursuant to Sec. 5D.10.1.E. (Animal Keeping: Livestock), animal keeping: livestock is defined as any animal keeping use that includes the breeding, raising, training, boarding, or keeping of animals such as alpacas, cattle, donkeys, goats, mules, sheep, swine, or similar livestock, typically for fiber, meat, milk, or other products. This use includes day-to-day care, selective breeding, raising, and selling of livestock.

Pursuant to Sec. 5D.10.1.F. (Animal Keeping: Pets), animal keeping: pets is defined as any animal keeping use that includes the keeping of domestic pets that are readily classifiable as being incidental to another use such as dogs, cats, rabbits, rodents, birds, poultry, fish, amphibians, and small reptiles. This use does not include those uses defined in Sec. 5D.10.1.G. (Animal Keeping: Small Animals). This use does not include those uses defined in Sec. 5D.6.1.B. (Animal Services: Kennel).

Pursuant to Sec. 5D.10.1.G. (Animal Keeping: Small Animals), animal keeping: small animals is defined as any animal keeping use licensed by the Department of Animal Services for the breeding, raising, training, or boarding of small domestic animals such as dogs, cats, rabbits, rodents, birds, poultry fish, amphibians, and reptiles. This use does not include the uses defined in Sec. 5D.10.1.G. (Animal Keeping: Wild Animals).

Pursuant to Sec. 5D.10.1.H. (Animal Keeping: Wild Animals), animal keeping: wild animals is defined as any animal keeping use licensed by the Department of Animal Services pursuant to Chapter V. (Public Safety and Protection), Sec. 53.38. (Wild Animals - Keeping - Permit) for the keeping of wild, exotic, dangerous, or non-domestic animals.

Pursuant to Sec. 5D.9.1. (Animal Products Processing), animal products processing is defined as a heavy industrial use involving one or more of the following: dressing or dyeing furs; preparing processed meat and meat byproducts; preparing, tanning, and finishing hides and skins; refining or rendering animal fat, bones, and meat scraps; and slaughtering animals.

Pursuant to Sec. 5D.6.1. (Animal Services), animal services is defined as a use involving the provision of services related primarily to domestic animal care and keeping.

Pursuant to Sec. 5D.6.1.A. (Animal Services: General), animal services: general is defined as animal services in which domestic dogs or cats are provided non-medical care, such as, grooming, training, supervision, or boarding. This does not include uses where the overnight boarding of dogs or cats exceeds 30 percent of the floor area of a facility, for such uses see Sec. 5D.6.1.B. (Animal Services: Kennel). This use does not include medical care of animals, for such uses see Sec. 5D.6.1.C. (Animal Services: Veterinary Care).

Pursuant to Sec. 5D.6.1.B. (Animal Services: Kennel), animal services: kennel is defined as animal services in which four or more dogs or cats, at least four months of age, are sheltered for periods beyond 24 hours per day. This definition does not include retail establishments dedicated to the commercial sale of animals, for such uses see Sec. 5D.6.12.H. (Retail: Pet Shop). This use does not include the breeding and raising of animals, for such uses see Sec. 5D. 10.1.G. (Animal Keeping: Small Animals).

Pursuant to Sec. 5D.6.1.C. (Animal Services: Veterinary Care), animal services: veterinary care is defined as animal services in which animals or pets are given medical or surgical treatment and care. This use does not include the non-medical treatment and care of dogs and cats, for such uses see Sec. 5D.6.1.A. (Animal Services: General).

Apartment is defined as a type of dwelling unit.

For the purposes of Sec. 13B.7.8. (Subdivision Appeal), the Appeal Board is the Area Planning Commission where the map is located for any parcel map or tentative tract map that: (a) creates or results in less than 50,000 gross square feet of non-residential floor area; or (b) creates or results in fewer than 50 dwelling units, guest rooms, or combination of dwelling units and guest rooms; or (c) involves a lot with fewer than 65,000 square feet of lot area; or (d) where specifically provided by this Zoning Code (Chapter 1A). In all other cases, the Appeal Board for Subdivision Appeals (Sec. 13B.7.8.) is the City Planning Commission.

For the purposes of Sec. 13B.9.2. (Coastal Development Permit (Post-Certification)), appealable area is defined as the area identified in Sec. 30603 of the Public Resources Code. the area that meets this criteria includes, but is not limited to, the area shown on the “Post-LCP certification Permit and Appeals Jurisdiction Map” certified by the Coastal Commission in accordance with the provisions of Sec. 13576 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations and attached as an exhibit in each certified coastal specific plan.

For the purposes of Sec. 13B.9.2. (Coastal Development Permit (Post-Certification)), appealable development is defined in accordance with Sec. 30603(a) of the Public Resources Code, as any development that constitutes a major public works project or a major energy facility, or any development located in the Appealable Area.

Pursuant to Sec. 3C1.1. (Applicable Stories), applicable stories is defined as the number of stories that are required to meet build-to standards.

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For the purposes of Sec. 13B.9.2. (Coastal Development Permit (Post-Certification)), applicant is defined as the person, partnership, corporation, or other entity or state or local government agency applying for the Coastal Development Permit. For the purposes of Sec. 15.4.3. (Affordable Housing Linkage Fee), applicant is defined as any individual, person, firm, partnership, association, joint venture, corporation, limited liability company, entity, combination of entities or authorized representative thereof, who undertakes, proposes or applies to the City for a planning or zoning entitlement approval or building permit related to a development project.

Application is defined as an application filed pursuant to Sec. 13A.2.3. (Applications) of this Zoning Code (Chapter 1A).

For the purposes of Sec. 13B.9.2. (Coastal Development Permit (Post-Certification)), approving authority is defined as the initial decision maker and appeal body, including the Director, City Engineer, Zoning Administrator, City Planning Commission, Area Planning Commission, Board of Public Works, City Council or other applicable decision-making person or body within the City, which has the authority to approve a Coastal Development Permit pursuant to this Section or by reason of jurisdiction over other permits and approvals sought in conjunction with an application for a Coastal Development Permit.

Pursuant to Sec. 14.2.5.A.1.a. (Architectural Details), architectural detail is defined as building elements attached to or integrated into the structure of a building, not intended for human occupation. Types of architectural details include, but are not limited to: cornices, belt courses, sills, lintels, pilasters, pediments, or chimneys.

Architectural element is defined as any building component, either decorative or structural, which is outside of or comprises the building envelope. Examples include windows, walls, cornices, and parapets. For the purposes of Sec. 14.2.5.B. (Vertical Encroachments), architectural elements is defined as building elements attached to or integrated onto the roof of a building, not intended for human occupation. Examples of architectural elements may include, but are not limited to: skylights, steeples, spires, belfries, cupolas, domes, flagpoles, or lighting.

Architectural feature is defined as a structure or assembly of architectural elements attached to or integrated with a facade. Often architectural features include occupiable space. Examples include: bay windows, balconies, and entry features.

Area median income is defined as the median income in Los Angeles County as determined annually by the California Department of Housing and Community Development, adjusted for household size.