§ 4.17.030. Definitions.

A.

"New residential development" means any of the following:

1.

New construction intended to be occupied, in whole or in part, as a residence, including but not limited to, subdivisions, single-family dwelling units, multi-family dwelling units, work/live units, and any other form of residence, regardless of the zoning designation for the property. This term shall exclude remodeling of any residence which does not create an entirely new living unit, regardless of whether the already existing residence existed as of the effective date of Ordinance No. 6252. This term shall only apply to the construction of new residences, including the addition of new residences to preexisting construction.

2.

The conversion of a commercial or industrial structure to residences.

B.

"Bedroom," for purposes of this chapter only, is defined as a room appropriate for sleeping, of at least 90 square feet (excluding closet space), with a fixed closet, and at least one window or exterior entry; and excluding all kitchens, hallways, bathrooms, closets, attics/basements, storage areas, laundry areas, living rooms, and dining rooms.

C.

"Workforce housing," for purposes of this chapter only, is defined as residences offered to persons or families who live or work in the city of Pasadena, and earn between 121—180 percent of the average median income for Los Angeles County ("AMI"); and which are restricted by a covenant recorded with the county of Los Angeles, to remain as workforce housing for a minimum of fifteen years; as may be further clarified in regulations which may be adopted by the city.

D.

"Skilled nursing unit," for purposes of this chapter only, is defined as a residence within a life/care facility which is reserved and equipped to provide 24-hour medical care to residents who cannot take care of themselves because of physical, emotional, or mental conditions. This care must be supervised by a doctor and regulated by the state of California Health Department. A skilled nursing unit differs from an independent living unit within a life/care facility that it has medical staff available on-site 24 hours per day.

E.

"Student housing," for purposes of this chapter only, are residences located on property owned by, and/or developed in conjunction with, accredited post-secondary educational institutions.

F.

"Residential care facility for the elderly" is defined as a facility reserved for and equipped to provide 24-hour care to residents who cannot take care of themselves because of physical, emotional, or mental conditions, wherein the care is provided pursuant to order of the resident's physician, with nursing staff available on-site, 24 hours per day, and is regulated by the state of California Department of Social Services. Excluded from this definition are any units within the facility which are independent living units.

(Ord. 7101 § 1, 2007; Ord. 7021 § 1, 2005: Ord. 6259 § 1, 1988: Ord. 6252 § 1 (part), 1988)