Roof form is defined as the shape of the external upper covering of a building, including the frame for supporting the roofing. Intent The intent of the standards of this Section (Roof Design) is to ensure that building forms contribute to the established architectural…

Intent The intent of a Specific Plan is to provide additional regulatory controls or incentives beyond, or in-lieu of, those provided in this Zoning Code (Chapter 1A) for the systematic implementation of the General Plan. This Division (Specific Plans…

CEQA clearance is defined as any determination, finding or certification authorized or required under CEQA to approve a project in compliance with CEQA. CEQA Clearances include, but are not limited to, (i) a determination that an approval does not require…

For the purposes of Div. 11.5. (Condominiums, Community Apartments, & Stock Cooperatives) commercial/industrial conversion project is defined as an existing building used exclusively for commercial or industrial purposes, or both, proposed for conversion to a […

For the purposes of Div. 11.5. (Condominiums, Community Apartments, & Stock Cooperatives) commercial/industrial to residential conversion project is defined as an existing building used exclusively for commercial or industrial purposes, or both, proposed for…

For the purposes of Article 11. (Division of Land) , a conversion project is an existing building proposed for conversion to a condominium, stock cooperative, or community apartment through approval of a tract map or parcel…

Residential conversion project is defined as an existing apartment house, apartment hotel, hotel, or multiple dwellings used exclusively for residential purposes, proposed for conversion to a condominium, stock cooperative, or community…

Surcharge There shall be added to each fee imposed for any permit, license, or application provided for in this Article (Fees) , a surcharge in an amount equal to the greater of three percent of the fee or $1.00. BuildLA Increase The previous surcharge amount of two…

Building setback is defined as the area on a lot not intended for buildings and structures. Building setbacks include primary street setbacks, side street setbacks, side setbacks, rear setbacks, alley setbacks, and [glossary:…

Horizontal band articulation is a continuous band of material running horizontally across a facade. Intent The intent of the standards of this Section (Horizontal Band Articulation) is to separate and align windows on a building facade in a way that…