17.63.020 Permits.
A. Permit Required. A home occupation shall not be established, operated or maintained within the city without having a valid permit approved by the city according to the regulations of this chapter.
B. Permit Not Required. A home occupation permit shall not be required for the following:
1. Family day care, as defined in Section 17.04.160;
2. Residential care facility, as defined in Section 1502 of the California Health and Safety Code;
3. A business conducted in a residence within a commercial or industrial zone district where that business complies with the requirements of the commercial or industrial zone in which it is located.
C. Application. An application for a home occupation permit shall be on forms furnished by the planning director, shall be filed with the planning department before commencing the business activity, and shall be signed by the applicant. The application shall include the following information:
1. The name, mailing address, and telephone number of the owner(s) of the business;
2. The street address of the property where the business will be conducted; and
3. A description of the type of business proposed.
D. Permit Issuance. The planning director shall issue a permit if he or she finds:
1. That the application is complete;
2. That such business will be operated consistent with the regulations of this chapter and not interfere with the peace and quiet or be contrary to the residential character of the neighborhood; and
3. The building and the proposed business will be maintained and conducted according to all laws of the city and state, including, but not limited to, health, structural soundness, fire safety, and zoning.
E. Prohibited Activities. A home occupation permit shall not be issued for the following activities or activities deemed to be similar as determined by the planning director where such will be conducted on the premises the permit would apply:
1. Appliance repair on large items such as washers, refrigerators, dryers.
2. Bazaars (involving the sale of crafts or other merchandise open to the public).
3. Cabinet making.
4. Equipment or vehicle rentals.
5. Recycling centers.
6. Restaurants.
7. Stable or kennels.
8. Storage of household goods, equipment, or materials not owned by the resident.
9. Upholstering of vehicles or furniture.
10. Vehicle repair, including, but not limited to, engine tuneups, body and fender work, and painting.
11. Vehicle washing and detailing where power equipment is used.
12. Veterinary clinics or hospitals.
13. Welding services.
F. Permit Nontransferable. Any permits issued according to this chapter shall be nontransferable and shall be valid only as to the applicant and the property address provided on the application.
G. Fees. The applicant shall pay a fee not to exceed the cost of processing the permit application and inspecting such business as set forth in Chapter 3.70 of this code. (Ord. 5041 § 1, 2020; Ord. 3768 § 1, 1997)