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CITY OF ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
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CITY OF ATASCADERO
CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
City Hall Council Chambers, Fourth Floor
6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, California
Pages
A.REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
B.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Peek
C.ROLL CALL
Mayor Bourbeau
Mayor Pro Tem Dariz
Council Member Funk
Council Member Newsom
Council Member Peek
D.CONSENT CALENDAR
(All items on the consent calendar are considered routine and non-controversial
by City staff and will be acted upon by a single action of the City Council unless
otherwise requested by an individual Council Member for separate
consideration. Public comment on Consent Calendar items will be invited prior
to action on the Calendar.)
1.City Council Draft Minutes - January 30 & 31, 2026 Special Meeting Goal
Setting Workshop
5
Recommendation: Council approve the January 30 & 31, 2026, City
Council Special Meeting, Goal Setting Workshop draft minutes. [City
Clerk]
2.City Council Draft Minutes - February 10, 2026 Regular Meeting 11
Recommendation: Council approve the February 10, 2026, City Council
Regular Meeting Minutes [City Clerk]
3.January 2026 Accounts Payable and Payroll 16
Fiscal Impact: Total expenditures for all funds is $3,040,084.93
Recommendation: Council approve certified City accounts payable,
payroll and payroll vendor checks for January 2026. [Administrative
Services]
4.Apple Valley Street and Storm Drain Maintenance District No. 01 Budget
Adjustment
25
Fiscal Impact: Authorizing staff’s recommendation will result in additional
fiscal year 2025/26 budget expenditures up to $19,200 from the Apple
Valley Street and Storm Drain Maintenance District No. 01 Fund balance,
which has ample fund balance available to cover the requested
allocation. Any remaining balance from the repair project will be returned
to the Apple Valley Fund balance.
Recommendation: Council authorize the Administrative Services Director
to allocate an additional $19,200 from the Apple Valley Street and Storm
Drain Maintenance District No. 01 (District) Fund balance to the District’s
fiscal year 2025/26 Budget to repair damaged street pavers on San
Ramon Road. [Public Works]
5.2025 Building and Fire Code Updates 27
Fiscal Impact: Costs associated with enforcement of the new code
requirements are covered through the collection of plan check and
inspection service fees. Staff expects minimal fiscal impact from the
adoption of the new building codes and proposed code text amendments
to property and business owners.
Recommendation: Council:
1. Adopt, on second reading, by title only, Draft Ordinance A repealing
and replacing in its entirety Title 4, Public Safety, of the Atascadero
Municipal Code for consistency with the 2025 California Fire Code and
adopting local amendments.
2. Adopt, on second reading, by title only, Draft Ordinance B, repealing
and replacing in its entirety Title 8, Building Code, of the Atascadero
Municipal Code for consistency with the 2025 California Building Code
and adopting local amendments. [Community Development]
6.Fiscal Years 2026-30 Animal Control Services Agreement 71
Fiscal Impact: The annual cost of the Agreement will start at $396,974 in
fiscal year 2025-26, with annual adjustments to this amount each
subsequent year. Fiscal years 2025-26 and 2026-27 include budgeted
General Funds for this Agreement.
Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to execute a five-year
agreement with the County of San Luis Obispo for the continued
provision of Animal Care and Control Services for the period of July 1,
2025, to June 30, 2030, in the amount of $396,974 for the first year, with
annual adjustments thereafter [Police]
E.UPDATES FROM THE CITY MANAGER
(The City Manager will give an oral report on any current issues of concern to
the City Council.)
F.COMMUNITY FORUM
(This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons wanting to address the
Council on any matter not on this agenda and over which the Council has
jurisdiction. Speakers are limited to three minutes. Please state your name for
the record before making your presentation. Comments made during
Community Forum will not be a subject of discussion. A maximum of 30 minutes
will be allowed for Community Forum, unless changed by the Council. Any
members of the public who have questions or need information may contact the
City Clerk’s Office, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. at (805) 470-
3400, or cityclerk@atascadero.org.)
G.PUBLIC HEARINGS
1.** CANCELLED ** Zoning Change and Conditional Use Permit USE25-
0069 Chick-Fil-A
86
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This item has been cancelled and has been rescheduled to the 3/24/26
Regular City Council Meeting
H.MANAGEMENT REPORTS
1.Short-Term Rental Discussion 87
Fiscal Impact: No significant fiscal impacts are expected.
Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council review options and
provide direction on whether or not the City should continue with the
adoption of a Municipal Code Amendment that incorporates regulations
on Short-Term Rentals and what such regulations might
include.[Community Development]
2.San Luis Obispo Council of Governments Final Transportation
Expenditure Plan for Potential Transportation Sales Tax Measure
96
Fiscal Impact: While there is no immediate fiscal impact associated with
this action, approving the staff recommendation has the potential for the
City to receive over $2 million annually for local transportation needs if a
potential ballot measure moves forward and is approved by voters.
Recommendation: Council adopt the Draft Resolution approving the San
Luis Obispo Council of Governments Final Transportation Expenditure
Plan for a potential transportation sales tax measure. [Public Works]
I.COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
(On their own initiative, Council Members may make a brief announcement or a
brief report on their own activities. The following represent standing committees.
Informative status reports will be given, as felt necessary):
Mayor Bourbeau
1. City Selection Committee
2. County Mayor’s Round Table
3. Integrated Waste Management Authority (IWMA)
4. Central Coast Community Energy (3CE)
Mayor Pro Tem Dariz
1. Air Pollution Control District
2. California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (CJPIA) Board
3. Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo (CAPSLO)
4. Visit SLO CAL Advisory Committee
Council Member Funk
1. Atascadero Basin Ground Water Sustainability Agency (GSA)
2. Design Review Committee
3. Homeless Services Oversight Council
4. REACH SLO Advisory Commission
Council Member Newsom
1. City of Atascadero Finance Committee
2. City / Schools Committee
3. League of California Cities – Council Liaison
4. SLO Council of Governments (SLOCOG)
5. SLO Regional Transit Authority (RTA)
Council Member Peek
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1. City of Atascadero Finance Committee
2. City/Schools Committee
3. Design Review Committee
4. SLO County Water Resources Advisory Committee (WRAC)
J.INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND / OR ACTION:
(Council Members may ask a question for clarification, make a referral to staff or
take action to have staff place a matter of business on a future agenda. The
Council may take action on items listed on the Agenda.)
1. City Council
2. City Clerk
3. City Treasurer
4. City Attorney
5. City Manager
K.ADJOURNMENT
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Atascadero City Council
January 30 & 31, 2026
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CITY OF ATASCADERO
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DRAFT MINUTES
January 30, 2026, 6:00 P.M.
January 31, 2026, 9:00 A.M.
City Hall Council Chambers, Fourth Floor
6500 Palma Avenue, Atascadero, California
_____________________________________________________________________
A. FRIDAY, JANUARY 30, 2026
Mayor Bourbeau called the meeting to order at 6:01 P.M.
1. Roll Call
Present: Mayor Bourbeau, Mayor Pro Tem Dariz, Council Member
Funk, Council Member Newsom, Council Member Peek
Absent: None
Staff
Present:
City Manager James R. Lewis, City Attorney Dave Fleishman,
City Treasurer/Administrative Services Director Jeri Rangel,
Public Works Director Nick DeBar, Community Development
Director Phil Dunsmore, Fire Chief Casey Bryson, Police Chief
Dan Suttles, Deputy City Manager - IT Luke Knight,
Community Services and Promotions Director Terrie Banish,
Economic Development Manager Loreli Cappel, Planning
Manager Kelly Gleason
2. Welcome and Opening Comments
3. Public Comment
Mayor Bourbeau opened the public comment period
The following persons spoke: Geoff Auslen
Mayor Bourbeau closed the public comment period
4. Review of Progress Thus Far
City Manager Lewis provided a progress update to Council.
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5. Focus in On Goals
a. Economic and Community Vibrancy
Key Focus Areas: Downtown Vibrancy, Activation of Underutilized Sites
and Nodes, Business Support and Jobs/Housing Balance,
Neighborhood Compatibility and Wellness
Overview on Major Private Development Projects
Planning Manager Gleason gave the presentation and answered
questions from the City Council.
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
The following persons spoke on this item: None
Mayor Bourbeau closed the Public Comment period.
Update on Development Review Process Improvements
Community Development Director Dunsmore gave the presentation
and answered questions from the City Council. Josh Cross from the
Atascadero Chamber of Commerce spoke on the Developer Round
Table Process
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
The following persons spoke on this item: None
Mayor Bourbeau closed the Public Comment period.
Business Loan Grant Program (Formerly Restaurant Loan
Program)
Economic Development Manager Cappel gave the presentation
and answered questions from the City Council.
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
The following persons spoke on this item: Geoff Auslen, Anna
Pecharich, Josh Cross
Mayor Bourbeau closed the Public Comment period.
El Camino Real Project Update (Phase 2)
Public Works Director DeBar gave the presentation and answered
questions from the City Council.
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
The following persons spoke on this item: Geoff Auslen
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Mayor Bourbeau closed the Public Comment period.
General Plan Process Update
Community Development Director Dunsmore gave the presentation
and answered questions from the City Council.
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
The following persons spoke on this item: None
Mayor Bourbeau closed the Public Comment period.
b. Fiscal and Infrastructure Efficiency and Sustainability
Key Focus Areas: Asset Management/Replacement/Modernization,
Smart and Responsible Financial Strategies, Transparency and
Accountability
Zoo Operations and Capital Update
Community Services and Promotions Director Banish gave the
presentation and answered questions from the City Council.
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
The following persons spoke on this item: None
Mayor Bourbeau closed the Public Comment period.
Update on Eden Replacement Project and Asset
Management Software (continued)
Deputy City Manager Knight gave the presentation and answered
questions from the City Council.
6. Adjournment – 9:03 P.M.
Mayor Bourbeau adjourned the meeting to Saturday, January 31, 2026,
9:00 A.M. to continue the Strategic Planning Workshop
B. SATURDAY, JANUARY 31, 2026
Mayor Bourbeau called the meeting to order at 9:01 A.M.
1. Roll Call
Present Mayor Bourbeau, Mayor Pro Tem Dariz, Council Member Funk,
Council Member Newsom, Council Member Peek
Absent: None
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Staff
Present:
City Manager James R. Lewis, City Attorney Dave Fleishman,
Assistant City Manager/City Clerk Lara Christensen, City
Treasurer/Administrative Services Director Jeri Rangel, Public
Works Director Nick DeBar, Community Development Director
Phil Dunsmore, Fire Chief Casey Bryson, Police Chief Dan
Suttles, Deputy City Manager - IT Luke Knight, Community
Services and Promotions Director Terrie Banish, Economic
Development Manager Loreli Cappel, Planning Manager Kelly
Gleason, Fire Marshal Dave Van Son, Battalion Chief Matt
Miranda. Deputy Director Public Works Ryan Hayes
2. Public Comment
Mayor Bourbeau noted that he would hold public comment on each
individual agenda item
3. Focus in on Goals, Continued
a. Fiscal and Infrastructure Efficiency and Sustainability (Continued)
Key Focus Areas: Asset Management/Replacement/Modernization,
Smart and Responsible Financial Strategies, Transparency and
Accountability
Update on Eden Replacement Project and Asset
Management Software (continued)
Deputy City Manager Knight resumed the presentation and
answered questions from the City Council.
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
The following persons spoke on this item: Geoff Auslen
Mayor Bourbeau closed the Public Comment period.
Citizen Engagement
Community Services and Promotion Director Banish and Assistant
City Manager Christensen gave the presentation and answered
questions from the City Council.
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
The following persons spoke on this item: Geoff Auslen
Mayor Bourbeau closed the Public Comment period.
Council provided direction to staff
b. Ensuring Public Safety and Providing Exceptional City Services
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Key Focus Areas: Staff and Facilities, Unhoused Population,
Flourishing Community
Public Safety Project Update
Assistant City Manager Christensen and Deputy Director Public
Works Hayes gave the presentation and answered questions from
the City Council.
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
The following persons spoke on this item: Vy Pierce
Mayor Bourbeau closed the Public Comment period.
Mayor Bourbeau recessed the Meeting at 10:47 A.M.
Mayor Bourbeau reconvened the Meeting with all present at 10:53 A.M.
Fire Department Standards of Cover
Battalion Chief Miranda gave the presentation and answered
questions from the City Council.
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
The following persons spoke on this item: None
Mayor Bourbeau closed the Public Comment period.
Emergency Planning Update
Fire Marshal Van Son gave the presentation and answered
questions from the City Council.
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
The following persons spoke on this item: None
Mayor Bourbeau closed the Public Comment period.
Mayor Bourbeau recessed the Meeting at 12:00 P.M.
Mayor Bourbeau reconvened the Meeting with all present at 12:02 P.M.
Homelessness Response Update
Chief Suttles gave the presentation and answered questions from
the City Council.
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
The following persons spoke on this item: Vy Pierce
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Mayor Bourbeau closed the Public Comment period.
Mayor Bourbeau recessed the Meeting at 12:28 P.M.
Mayor Bourbeau reconvened the Meeting with all present at 12:34 P.M.
Staffing: Recruitment, Retention, Morale
City Manager Lewis gave the presentation and answered questions
from the City Council.
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
The following persons spoke on this item: None
Mayor Bourbeau closed the Public Comment period.
4. Additional Updates
State and Federal Funding Updates
City Manager Lewis gave the presentation and answered questions
from the City Council.
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
The following persons spoke on this item: None
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
Timed Parking Zones Downtown
City Manager Lewis gave the presentation and answered questions
from the City Council.
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
The following persons spoke on this item: None
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
5. Adjournment
Mayor Bourbeau adjourned the meeting at 1:32 PM
MINUTES PREPARED BY:
______________________________________
Alyssa Slater
Deputy City Clerk
APPROVED:
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February 10, 2026
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CITY OF ATASCADERO
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
DRAFT MINUTES
February 10, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
City Hall, Room 104
6500 Palma Ave, Atascadero CA 93422
_____________________________________________________________________
A. REGULAR SESSION - CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Bourbeau called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Newsom led the Pledge of Allegiance.
C. ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Bourbeau, Mayor Pro Tem Dariz, Council Member Funk,
Council Member Newsom, Council Member Peek
Absent: None
Staff
Present:
Assistant City Manager/City Clerk Lara Christensen, City Attorney
Dave Fleishman, Director of Administrative Services/City
Treasurer Jeri Rangel, Public Works Director Nick DeBar,
Community Development Director Phil Dunsmore, Fire Chief
Casey Bryson, Police Chief Dan Suttles, Deputy City Manager - IT
Luke Knight, Public Works Analys Ryan Betz, Battalion Chief
Dave Van Son, Chief Building Inspector Bruce St John, Planning
Manager Kelly Gleason, Deputy City Clerk Alyssa Slater
D. PRESENTATIONS
1. Atascadero Police Department Recognition Awards
Chief Suttles presented a Meritorious Service Award to Code Enforcement
Officer Ayla Tomac and presented the Chief's Certificate of Commendation to
Sergeant Chris Hall, Corporal Seth Hughes, Detective Ron Overacker,
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Detective Warren Pittenger, Code Enforcement Officer Ayla Tomac and
Community Services Officer Lauren Purify (not present)
E. CONSENT CALENDAR
1. City Council/Public Financing Authority Draft Minutes - January 27,
2026 Regular Joint Meeting
Recommendation: Council approve the January 27, 2026, City
Council/Public Financing Authority Regular Joint Meeting Minutes [City
Clerk]
2. December 2025 Accounts Payable and Payroll
Fiscal Impact: Total expenditures for all funds is $5,467,324.56
Recommendation: Council approve certified City accounts payable, payroll
and payroll vendor checks for December 2025. [Administrative Services]
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
The following persons spoke on this item: None
Mayor Bourbeau closed the Public Comment period.
MOTION BY: Funk
SECOND BY: Newsom
1. Approve Consent Calendar
AYES (5): Bourbeau, Dariz, Funk, Newsom, and Peek
Passed (5 to 0)
F. UPDATES FROM THE CITY MANAGER
City Manager Lewis gave an update on projects and issues within the City.
G. COMMUNITY FORUM
The following persons spoke: Geoff Auslen, Chris Towers
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. 2026 Community Development Block Grant Funding
Recommendations
Fiscal Impact: Approval of Atascadero’s total 2026 CDBG allocation would
result in the estimated revenue and expenditure of $176,247 of CDBG
funds.
Recommendation: Council review and approve funding recommendations
for the 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program as
shown in the staff report and authorize staff to adjust final award amounts
proportionately upon receipt of the final funding amount. [Public Works]
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Public Works Analyst Betz presented this item and answered questions from
Council.
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
The following persons spoke on this item: Geoff Auslen
Mayor Bourbeau closed the Public Comment period.
MOTION BY: Funk
SECOND BY: Dariz
1. Approve funding recommendations for the 2026 Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) program as shown in the staff
report and authorize staff to adjust final award amounts
proportionately upon receipt of the final funding amount unless
the change is so large it is unworkable. Any increase in the
funding received in the Public Services category should be
adjusted to go to ECHO (proportionately).
AYES (5): Bourbeau, Dariz, Funk, Newsom, and Peek
Passed (5 to 0)
2. 2025 Building and Fire Code Updates
Fiscal Impact: Costs associated with enforcement of the new code
requirements are covered through the collection of plan check and
inspection service fees. Staff expects minimal fiscal impact from the
adoption of the new building codes and proposed code text amendments
to property and business owners.
Recommendation: Council:
1. Introduce, for first reading by title only, Draft Ordinance A repealing and
replacing in its entirety Title 4, Public Safety, of the Atascadero Municipal
Code for consistency with the 2025 California Fire Code and adopting
local amendments.
2. Introduce, for first reading by title only, Draft Ordinance B, repealing
and replacing in its entirety Title 8, Building Code, of the Atascadero
Municipal Code for consistency with the 2025 California Building Code
and adopting local amendments. [Community Development]
Fire Marshal Van Son and Chief Building Inspector St John presented this item
and answered questions from Council.
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
The following persons spoke on this item: Geoff Auslen
Mayor Bourbeau closed the Public Comment period.
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February 10, 2026
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MOTION BY: Funk
SECOND BY: Dariz
1. Introduce, for first reading by title only, Draft Ordinance A
repealing and replacing in its entirety Title 4, Public Safety, of the
Atascadero Municipal Code for consistency with the 2025
California Fire Code and adopting local amendments. (Ordinance
692) 2. Introduce, for first reading by title only, Draft Ordinance B,
repealing and replacing in its entirety Title 8, Building Code, of the
Atascadero Municipal Code for consistency with the 2025
California Building Code and adopting local amendments.
(Ordinance 693)
AYES (5): Bourbeau, Dariz, Funk, Newsom, and Peek
Passed (5 to 0)
Mayor Bourbeau recessed the meeting at 8:27 P.M.
Mayor Bourbeau reconvened the meeting at 8:35 P.M.
I. MANAGEMENT REPORTS
1. Zoning Code Update - Permits and Process Policy Discussion
Fiscal Impact: None
Recommendation: Council receive an update on the Zoning Code Update
project, provide direction to staff on policy questions, and receive
information about next steps. [Community Development]
Community Development Director Dunsmore and Planning Manager Gleason
presented this item and answered questions from Council.
Mayor Bourbeau opened the Public Comment period.
The following persons spoke on this item: Geoff Auslen
Mayor Bourbeau closed the Public Comment period.
Council received an update on the Zoning Code Update project.
J. COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS
The following Council Members gave brief update reports on their committees
since their last Council meeting:
Mayor Bourbeau
1. Integrated Waste Management Authority (IWMA)
2. Central Coast Community Energy (3CE)
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February 10, 2026
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Mayor Pro Tem Dariz
1. Air Pollution Control District
Council Member Funk
1. City Manager’s Wastewater Task Force
Council Member Newsom
1. City / Schools Committee
2. SLO Council of Governments (SLOCOG)
Council Member Peek
1. City/Schools Committee
K. INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION AND / OR ACTION:
None
L. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Bourbeau adjourned the meeting at 9:23 P.M.
MINUTES PREPARED BY:
______________________________________
Alyssa Slater
Deputy City Clerk
APPROVED:
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CITY OF ATASCADERO
CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT
Department:Administrative
Services
2/24/26
Consent
Date:
Placement:
TO:JAMES R.LEWIS,CITY MANAGER
FROM:CINDY CHAVEZ,DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
PREPARED BY:ADRIANA ANGUIS,ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST
SUBJECT:January 2026 Accounts Payable and Payroll
RECOMMENDATION:
Council approve certified City accounts payable,payroll and payroll vendor checks for January 2026.
DISCUSSION:
Attached for City Council review and approval are the following:
PAYROLL
Dated $1/15/26 Checks #36480-36481
Direct Deposits
Checks #36482-36487
Direct Deposits
369.26
511,868.16
2,821.72
429,963.03
1/29/26Dated
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
Dated 1/1/26-1/31/26 Checks #184208-184473
&EFTs5872-5894
TOTAL AMOUNT
2,095,062.76
$3,040,084.93
FISCAL IMPACT:
$3,040,084.93Totalexpendituresforallfundsis
CERTIFICATION:
The undersigned certifies that the attached demands have been released for
payment and that funds are available for these demands.
ConleyC%Cindy Chataz
Deputy Director of Administrative Services
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REVIEWED AND APPROVED FOR COUNCIL AGENDA
James R.Lewis,City Manager
ATTACHMENT:
$2,095,062.76January2026EdenWarrantRegisterintheamountof
02/24/26 | Item D3 | Staff Report
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Check
Number Check Date Vendor Descrip on Amount
City of Atascadero
Disbursement Lis ng
For the Month of January 2026
5872 01/02/2026 SEIU LOCAL 620 1,072.89Payroll Vendor Payment
5873 01/02/2026 STATE DISBURSEMENT UNIT 906.95Payroll Vendor Payment
184208 01/02/2026 ATASCADERO PROF. FIREFIGHTERS 1,557.51Payroll Vendor Payment
184209 01/02/2026 FRANCHISE TAX BOARD 89.80Payroll Vendor Payment
184210 01/02/2026 IAFF MERP TRUST OFFICE C/O BPA 1,900.00Payroll Vendor Payment
184211 01/02/2026 MISSIONSQUARE 14,512.47Payroll Vendor Payment
184212 01/02/2026 NATIONWIDE RETIREMENT SOLUTION 538.11Payroll Vendor Payment
5874 01/05/2026 ANTHEM BLUE CROSS HSA 10,746.82Payroll Vendor Payment
5875 01/06/2026 RABOBANK, N.A.83,812.11Payroll Vendor Payment
5876 01/06/2026 EMPLOYMENT DEV DEPARTMENT 26,793.67Payroll Vendor Payment
5877 01/06/2026 EMPLOYMENT DEV. DEPARTMENT 5,502.01Payroll Vendor Payment
5878 01/07/2026 CALIF PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM 17,330.84Payroll Vendor Payment
5879 01/07/2026 CALIF PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM 32,930.57Payroll Vendor Payment
5880 01/07/2026 CALIF PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM 2,971.62Payroll Vendor Payment
5881 01/07/2026 CALIF PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM 3,060.58Payroll Vendor Payment
5882 01/07/2026 CALIF PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM 12,910.45Payroll Vendor Payment
5883 01/07/2026 CALIF PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM 12,669.14Payroll Vendor Payment
5884 01/07/2026 CALIF PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM 24,027.69Payroll Vendor Payment
5885 01/07/2026 CALIF PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM 34,799.67Payroll Vendor Payment
184213 01/09/2026 A&F SOUVENIR 437.26Accounts Payable Check
184214 01/09/2026 ACCURATE MAILING SERVICE 308.28Accounts Payable Check
184215 01/09/2026 ADAMSKI,MOROSKI,MADDEN,629.00Accounts Payable Check
184216 01/09/2026 ALLIANT INSURANCE SERVICES INC 150.00Accounts Payable Check
184217 01/09/2026 ATASCADERO GIRLS SOFTBALL 82.50Accounts Payable Check
184218 01/09/2026 ATASCADERO HAY & FEED 767.69Accounts Payable Check
184219 01/09/2026 ATASCADERO LITTLE LEAGUE 262.50Accounts Payable Check
184221 01/09/2026 ATASCADERO MUTUAL WATER CO.8,949.05Accounts Payable Check
184222 01/09/2026 ATASCADERO YOUTH SOCCER 112.50Accounts Payable Check
184223 01/09/2026 TERRIE BANISH 300.00Accounts Payable Check
184224 01/09/2026 BAY AREA DRIVING SCHOOL, INC.34.99Accounts Payable Check
184225 01/09/2026 KEITH R. BERGHER 876.25Accounts Payable Check
184226 01/09/2026 BERRY MAN, INC.806.45Accounts Payable Check
184227 01/09/2026 TERRI RECCHIA BLEDSOE 150.00Accounts Payable Check
184228 01/09/2026 BOUND TREE MEDICAL, LLC 399.49Accounts Payable Check
184229 01/09/2026 BREZDEN PEST CONTROL, INC.193.00Accounts Payable Check
184230 01/09/2026 BURT INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY 223.80Accounts Payable Check
184231 01/09/2026 CARBON HEALTH MED GROUP OF CA 2,106.00Accounts Payable Check
184232 01/09/2026 CDF/STATE FIRE TRAINING 150.00Accounts Payable Check
184233 01/09/2026 CENTRAL COAST PRINT COMPANY 335.06Accounts Payable Check
184234 01/09/2026 CG VISUAL SOLUTIONS CORP.462.84Accounts Payable Check
02/24/26 | Item D3 | Attachment 1
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Check
Number Check Date Vendor Descrip on Amount
City of Atascadero
Disbursement Lis ng
For the Month of January 2026
184235 01/09/2026 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS 1,962.90Accounts Payable Check
184236 01/09/2026 CINTAS 340.51Accounts Payable Check
184237 01/09/2026 CITY OF ATASCADERO 1,062.00Accounts Payable Check
184238 01/09/2026 COLE FARMS, INC.696.65Accounts Payable Check
184239 01/09/2026 COLOR CRAFT PRINTING 1,482.40Accounts Payable Check
184240 01/09/2026 CULLIGAN SANTA MARIA 56.95Accounts Payable Check
184241 01/09/2026 NICHOLAS DEBAR 300.00Accounts Payable Check
184242 01/09/2026 DIVISION OF STATE ARCHITECT 645.20Accounts Payable Check
184243 01/09/2026 PHILIP DUNSMORE 300.00Accounts Payable Check
184244 01/09/2026 CINDI L. ENRIQUEZ 1,125.00Accounts Payable Check
184245 01/09/2026 FILIPPIN ENGINEERING, INC.22,305.00Accounts Payable Check
184246 01/09/2026 GSOLUTIONZ, INC.2,251.64Accounts Payable Check
184247 01/09/2026 ROBERT S HAMMER 317.00Accounts Payable Check
184248 01/09/2026 HARDY HOOD CLEANING SERVICE 750.00Accounts Payable Check
184249 01/09/2026 HART IMPRESSIONS PRINTING 2,054.76Accounts Payable Check
184250 01/09/2026 HINDERLITER, DE LLAMAS 3,176.89Accounts Payable Check
184251 01/09/2026 INGLIS PET HOTEL 211.69Accounts Payable Check
184252 01/09/2026 IRON MOUNTAIN RECORDS MGMNT 168.94Accounts Payable Check
184253 01/09/2026 J. CARROLL CORPORATION 7,273.09Accounts Payable Check
184254 01/09/2026 JAS PACIFIC 255.00Accounts Payable Check
184255 01/09/2026 JEFF & TONY'S DSD, LLC 316.66Accounts Payable Check
184256 01/09/2026 JK'S UNLIMITED, INC.418.00Accounts Payable Check
184257 01/09/2026 K&M INTERNATIONAL 353.57Accounts Payable Check
184258 01/09/2026 K. JONS JEWELRY COMPANY LLC 108.20Accounts Payable Check
184259 01/09/2026 KW CONSTRUCTION 6,739.26Accounts Payable Check
184260 01/09/2026 DANIEL W. LEAGE 50.00Accounts Payable Check
184261 01/09/2026 JAMES R. LEWIS 300.00Accounts Payable Check
184262 01/09/2026 JULIO LEYVA 317.00Accounts Payable Check
184263 01/09/2026 LIFE ASSIST, INC.328.08Accounts Payable Check
184264 01/09/2026 THOMAS LITTLE 744.00Accounts Payable Check
184265 01/09/2026 MADRONE LANDSCAPE 385.00Accounts Payable Check
184266 01/09/2026 MARBORG INDUSTRIES 1,397.58Accounts Payable Check
184267 01/09/2026 MCCI, LLC 1,948.20Accounts Payable Check
184268 01/09/2026 ADAM MEDINA 126.38Accounts Payable Check
184269 01/09/2026 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE 710.86Accounts Payable Check
184270 01/09/2026 MURPHY STRUCTURAL ENGINEERS 3,300.00Accounts Payable Check
184271 01/09/2026 MWI ANIMAL HEALTH 79.60Accounts Payable Check
184272 01/09/2026 NESTLED PINES WOODWORKING LLC 203.95Accounts Payable Check
184273 01/09/2026 HEATHER NEWSOM 89.25Accounts Payable Check
184274 01/09/2026 NORTH COAST ENGINEERING INC.12,378.84Accounts Payable Check
02/24/26 | Item D3 | Attachment 1
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Check
Number Check Date Vendor Descrip on Amount
City of Atascadero
Disbursement Lis ng
For the Month of January 2026
184275 01/09/2026 NORTHWEST ZOOPATH, P.C.261.62Accounts Payable Check
184276 01/09/2026 ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, LLC 825.17Accounts Payable Check
184277 01/09/2026 DANIEL OGLESBY 190.30Accounts Payable Check
184278 01/09/2026 PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC 15,727.09Accounts Payable Check
184279 01/09/2026 PASO BAMBOO NURSERY 2,794.50Accounts Payable Check
184280 01/09/2026 PASO ROBLES CHEVROLET 31,338.00Accounts Payable Check
184281 01/09/2026 TIMOTHY PERKINS 199.00Accounts Payable Check
184282 01/09/2026 PRECISION CONCRETE CUTTING 40,000.00Accounts Payable Check
184283 01/09/2026 PROCARE JANITORIAL SUPPLY,INC.221.26Accounts Payable Check
184284 01/09/2026 QUALITY TINTING & SIGNS 8,717.14Accounts Payable Check
184285 01/09/2026 RAINSCAPE, A LANDSCAPE SVC CO.2,187.50Accounts Payable Check
184286 01/09/2026 JOSHUA RAMIREZ 199.00Accounts Payable Check
184287 01/09/2026 JERI RANGEL 300.00Accounts Payable Check
184288 01/09/2026 ARIANA M. SALES 72.60Accounts Payable Check
184289 01/09/2026 SAN ANTONIO ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY 154.06Accounts Payable Check
184290 01/09/2026 VOID 0.00Accounts Payable Check
184291 01/09/2026 SLO CO AUDITOR CONTROLLER 37.50Accounts Payable Check
184292 01/09/2026 SLO CO AUDITOR CONTROLLER 36.00Accounts Payable Check
184293 01/09/2026 SLO COUNTY EMS AGENCY 68.00Accounts Payable Check
184294 01/09/2026 SLO COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE 150.00Accounts Payable Check
184295 01/09/2026 SOCAL GAS 1,702.85Accounts Payable Check
184296 01/09/2026 SOCAL GAS COMPANY 3,241.46Accounts Payable Check
184297 01/09/2026 SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT REPAIR 1,803.07Accounts Payable Check
184298 01/09/2026 STERICYCLE, INC.27.86Accounts Payable Check
184299 01/09/2026 KURT W. STONE 1,200.00Accounts Payable Check
184300 01/09/2026 SUNLIGHT JANITORIAL, INC.1,897.50Accounts Payable Check
184301 01/09/2026 SUPERION, LLC 70,305.89Accounts Payable Check
184302 01/09/2026 SWCA, INC.2,032.50Accounts Payable Check
184303 01/09/2026 MADELINE M. TAYLOR 278.10Accounts Payable Check
184304 01/09/2026 T-MOBILE 3,070.10Accounts Payable Check
184305 01/09/2026 T-MOBILE 34.89Accounts Payable Check
184306 01/09/2026 TOWNSEND PUBLIC AFFAIRS, INC.4,000.00Accounts Payable Check
184307 01/09/2026 TYLER TECHNOLOGIES INC 6,820.00Accounts Payable Check
184308 01/09/2026 WATER SYSTEMS CONSULTING, INC.29,273.64Accounts Payable Check
184309 01/09/2026 JODY WATTY 153.00Accounts Payable Check
184310 01/09/2026 WEST COAST AUTO & TOWING, INC.45.00Accounts Payable Check
184311 01/09/2026 WEX BANK - BUSINESS UNIVERSAL 10,441.62Accounts Payable Check
184312 01/09/2026 WEX BANK - WEX FLEET UNIVERSAL 9,427.23Accounts Payable Check
184313 01/09/2026 KAREN B. WYKE 608.40Accounts Payable Check
184314 01/09/2026 ZACHARY J YEAMAN-SANCHEZ 199.00Accounts Payable Check
02/24/26 | Item D3 | Attachment 1
Page 20 of 115
Check
Number Check Date Vendor Descrip on Amount
City of Atascadero
Disbursement Lis ng
For the Month of January 2026
184315 01/09/2026 YOUTH EVOLUTION SOCCER 529.20Accounts Payable Check
5886 01/16/2026 MCGRIFF INSURANCE SERVICE TRUIST INSURANCE HOLIDNGS LLC 748.32Payroll Vendor Payment
5887 01/16/2026 ATASCADERO POLICE OFFICERS 2,510.00Payroll Vendor Payment
5888 01/16/2026 SEIU LOCAL 620 1,072.61Payroll Vendor Payment
5889 01/16/2026 STATE DISBURSEMENT UNIT 823.84Payroll Vendor Payment
5890 01/16/2026 RABOBANK, N.A.105,569.93Payroll Vendor Payment
5891 01/16/2026 EMPLOYMENT DEV DEPARTMENT 35,622.35Payroll Vendor Payment
5892 01/16/2026 EMPLOYMENT DEV. DEPARTMENT 7,070.95Payroll Vendor Payment
184316 01/16/2026 ANTHEM BLUE CROSS HEALTH 261,826.60Payroll Vendor Payment
184319 01/20/2026 GIS BENEFITS 18,479.03Payroll Vendor Payment
184320 01/20/2026 ATASCADERO PROF. FIREFIGHTERS 1,557.51Payroll Vendor Payment
184321 01/20/2026 IAFF MERP TRUST OFFICE C/O BPA 1,900.00Payroll Vendor Payment
184322 01/20/2026 MISSIONSQUARE 19,912.10Payroll Vendor Payment
184323 01/20/2026 NATIONWIDE RETIREMENT SOLUTION 453.40Payroll Vendor Payment
5893 01/21/2026 ANTHEM BLUE CROSS HSA 13,221.45Payroll Vendor Payment
5894 01/21/2026 ANTHEM BLUE CROSS HSA 80.00Accounts Payable Check
184324 01/23/2026 2 MEXICANS, LLC 4,717.50Accounts Payable Check
184325 01/23/2026 A SUPERIOR CRANE, LLC 1,300.00Accounts Payable Check
184326 01/23/2026 A&T ARBORISTS & VEGETATION 2,000.00Accounts Payable Check
184327 01/23/2026 JAKE ABBOTT 182.50Accounts Payable Check
184328 01/23/2026 ADAMSKI,MOROSKI,MADDEN,407.00Accounts Payable Check
184329 01/23/2026 AGM CALIFORNIA, INC.2,780.00Accounts Payable Check
184330 01/23/2026 AIRGAS USA, LLC 62.82Accounts Payable Check
184331 01/23/2026 ALLTECH SERVICES, INC.1,170.00Accounts Payable Check
184332 01/23/2026 ALPHA ELECTRICAL SERVICE 920.00Accounts Payable Check
184333 01/23/2026 ALTHOUSE & MEADE, INC.640.45Accounts Payable Check
184334 01/23/2026 ANTECH DIAGNOSTICS 190.71Accounts Payable Check
184336 01/23/2026 AT&T 1,953.45Accounts Payable Check
184337 01/23/2026 AT&T 235.55Accounts Payable Check
184338 01/23/2026 AT&T 875.00Accounts Payable Check
184339 01/23/2026 ATASCADERO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 14,500.00Accounts Payable Check
184340 01/23/2026 ATASCADERO HAY & FEED 466.32Accounts Payable Check
184341 01/23/2026 AVALON STUDIOS 1,300.00Accounts Payable Check
184342 01/23/2026 AVILA TRAFFIC SAFETY 900.13Accounts Payable Check
184343 01/23/2026 BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON 2,250.00Accounts Payable Check
184344 01/23/2026 BATTERY SYSTEMS, INC.115.44Accounts Payable Check
184345 01/23/2026 KEITH R. BERGHER 528.75Accounts Payable Check
184346 01/23/2026 BERRY MAN, INC.752.35Accounts Payable Check
184347 01/23/2026 BOONE GRAPHICS & PRINTING INC 2,982.35Accounts Payable Check
184348 01/23/2026 BRENDLER JANITORIAL SERVICE 1,140.00Accounts Payable Check
02/24/26 | Item D3 | Attachment 1
Page 21 of 115
Check
Number Check Date Vendor Descrip on Amount
City of Atascadero
Disbursement Lis ng
For the Month of January 2026
184349 01/23/2026 BREZDEN PEST CONTROL, INC.108.00Accounts Payable Check
184350 01/23/2026 BURT INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY 3,086.41Accounts Payable Check
184351 01/23/2026 CA BUILDING STANDARDS COMM.214.20Accounts Payable Check
184352 01/23/2026 CA DEPT OF TAX AND FEE ADMIN.3,769.00Accounts Payable Check
184353 01/23/2026 BRETT CALLOWAY 60.00Accounts Payable Check
184354 01/23/2026 AIDEN J. CAPOZZOLI 100.00Accounts Payable Check
184355 01/23/2026 MARK R. CAPOZZOLI 120.00Accounts Payable Check
184356 01/23/2026 CARBON HEALTH MED GROUP OF CA 400.00Accounts Payable Check
184357 01/23/2026 CASEY PRINTING, INC.8,522.08Accounts Payable Check
184358 01/23/2026 CERTIFIED TRAVEL MEDIA LLC 352.78Accounts Payable Check
184359 01/23/2026 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS 4,485.19Accounts Payable Check
184360 01/23/2026 LARA CHRISTENSEN 18.48Accounts Payable Check
184361 01/23/2026 CINTAS 1,144.71Accounts Payable Check
184362 01/23/2026 CITY OF ATASCADERO 36.72Accounts Payable Check
184363 01/23/2026 COASTAL COPY, INC.289.19Accounts Payable Check
184364 01/23/2026 AUDREY S. COHEN 20.00Accounts Payable Check
184365 01/23/2026 COLOR CRAFT PRINTING 502.89Accounts Payable Check
184366 01/23/2026 CRYSTAL SPRINGS WATER 20.00Accounts Payable Check
184367 01/23/2026 CSG CONSULTANTS, INC.4,783.27Accounts Payable Check
184368 01/23/2026 CUESTA POLYGRAPH & INVEST. LLC 900.00Accounts Payable Check
184369 01/23/2026 CULLIGAN SANTA MARIA 388.00Accounts Payable Check
184370 01/23/2026 DEEP BLUE INTEGRATION, INC.540.00Accounts Payable Check
184371 01/23/2026 JULIANNE E. DELOS TRINO 20.00Accounts Payable Check
184372 01/23/2026 DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION 624.98Accounts Payable Check
184373 01/23/2026 EARTH SYSTEMS PACIFIC 5,000.00Accounts Payable Check
184374 01/23/2026 CAYDENCE C. ENNS 68.00Accounts Payable Check
184375 01/23/2026 F&H CONSTRUCTION 353,890.15Accounts Payable Check
184376 01/23/2026 FARM SUPPLY COMPANY 224.13Accounts Payable Check
184377 01/23/2026 FGL ENVIRONMENTAL 586.00Accounts Payable Check
184378 01/23/2026 FLEXTG LLC 76.07Accounts Payable Check
184379 01/23/2026 RILEY J.C. FOSTER 51.00Accounts Payable Check
184380 01/23/2026 TIMOTHY K. FOSTER 80.00Accounts Payable Check
184381 01/23/2026 KADEN GROSECLOSE 682.92Accounts Payable Check
184382 01/23/2026 HARDY HOOD CLEANING SERVICE 550.00Accounts Payable Check
184383 01/23/2026 HART IMPRESSIONS PRINTING 76.13Accounts Payable Check
184384 01/23/2026 DAVID J. HAZELWOOD 60.00Accounts Payable Check
184385 01/23/2026 HERC RENTALS, INC.462.19Accounts Payable Check
184386 01/23/2026 HIGH COUNTRY OUTDOOR, INC.1,050.00Accounts Payable Check
184387 01/23/2026 HILLTOP WELDING & FABRICATION 16,859.50Accounts Payable Check
184388 01/23/2026 DEAN J. HINRICHS 68.00Accounts Payable Check
02/24/26 | Item D3 | Attachment 1
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Check
Number Check Date Vendor Descrip on Amount
City of Atascadero
Disbursement Lis ng
For the Month of January 2026
184389 01/23/2026 RYAN HOFSTETTER 351.88Accounts Payable Check
184391 01/23/2026 HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES 3,269.31Accounts Payable Check
184392 01/23/2026 JAS PACIFIC 12,851.97Accounts Payable Check
184393 01/23/2026 JK'S UNLIMITED, INC.3,940.84Accounts Payable Check
184394 01/23/2026 JOE A. GONSALVES & SON 3,000.00Accounts Payable Check
184395 01/23/2026 JOEBELLA COFFEE ROASTERS 180.00Accounts Payable Check
184396 01/23/2026 KEY TERMITE & PEST CONTROL INC 80.00Accounts Payable Check
184397 01/23/2026 KPRL 1230 AM 1,320.00Accounts Payable Check
184398 01/23/2026 JESSICA KROUSE 25.48Accounts Payable Check
184399 01/23/2026 LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES 15,242.00Accounts Payable Check
184400 01/23/2026 LEE WILSON ELECTRIC CO. INC 4,995.81Accounts Payable Check
184401 01/23/2026 JAMES R. LEWIS 550.02Accounts Payable Check
184402 01/23/2026 LEXISNEXIS RISK SOLUTIONS FL 533.34Accounts Payable Check
184403 01/23/2026 LIFE ASSIST, INC.165.74Accounts Payable Check
184404 01/23/2026 MADRONE LANDSCAPE 50,000.00Accounts Payable Check
184405 01/23/2026 DAMIAN T.D. MARANO 34.00Accounts Payable Check
184406 01/23/2026 MARBORG INDUSTRIES 72.95Accounts Payable Check
184407 01/23/2026 MEDINA LIGHT SHOW DESIGNS 4,600.00Accounts Payable Check
184408 01/23/2026 ADAM MEDINA 199.50Accounts Payable Check
184409 01/23/2026 MID COAST MOWER & SAW, INC.170.13Accounts Payable Check
184410 01/23/2026 CADEN C. MIKALAUSKAS 51.00Accounts Payable Check
184411 01/23/2026 MINER'S ACE HARDWARE 606.42Accounts Payable Check
184412 01/23/2026 MOSS, LEVY, & HARTZHEIM LLP 5,000.00Accounts Payable Check
184413 01/23/2026 MWI ANIMAL HEALTH 253.32Accounts Payable Check
184414 01/23/2026 NATURE PLANET, INC.1,200.21Accounts Payable Check
184415 01/23/2026 NENA 62.00Accounts Payable Check
184416 01/23/2026 NEW TIMES 2,449.00Accounts Payable Check
184417 01/23/2026 NORTH CO SEPTIC SERVICE INC 1,012.50Accounts Payable Check
184418 01/23/2026 NORTH COAST ENGINEERING INC.1,155.00Accounts Payable Check
184419 01/23/2026 NORTH COUNTY BACKFLOW 1,105.00Accounts Payable Check
184420 01/23/2026 NUTRIEN AG SOLUTIONS, INC.1,982.50Accounts Payable Check
184421 01/23/2026 ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, LLC 54.36Accounts Payable Check
184422 01/23/2026 DANIEL OGLESBY 23.54Accounts Payable Check
184426 01/23/2026 PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC 56,594.85Accounts Payable Check
184427 01/23/2026 DRAKE P. PAGE 72.00Accounts Payable Check
184428 01/23/2026 PASO ROBLES SAFE & LOCK, INC.443.40Accounts Payable Check
184429 01/23/2026 PAYMENTUS GROUP INC 110.40Accounts Payable Check
184430 01/23/2026 PEAKWIFI, LLC 650.00Accounts Payable Check
184431 01/23/2026 PERRY'S PARCEL & GIFT 47.73Accounts Payable Check
184432 01/23/2026 PHILLIPS INTERNATIONAL, INC.1,931.40Accounts Payable Check
02/24/26 | Item D3 | Attachment 1
Page 23 of 115
Check
Number Check Date Vendor Descrip on Amount
City of Atascadero
Disbursement Lis ng
For the Month of January 2026
184433 01/23/2026 PIERRE RADEMAKER DESIGN 697.50Accounts Payable Check
184434 01/23/2026 POOR RICHARD'S PRESS 355.76Accounts Payable Check
184435 01/23/2026 BARRETT W. PORTER 72.00Accounts Payable Check
184436 01/23/2026 PROCARE JANITORIAL SUPPLY,INC.1,629.44Accounts Payable Check
184437 01/23/2026 KAILYN C. PULLEN 85.00Accounts Payable Check
184438 01/23/2026 QUALITY TINTING & SIGNS 1,306.25Accounts Payable Check
184439 01/23/2026 QUINCON, INC.181,910.29Accounts Payable Check
184440 01/23/2026 RAINSCAPE, A LANDSCAPE SVC CO.6,892.00Accounts Payable Check
184441 01/23/2026 RED'S PLUMBING INC 600.00Accounts Payable Check
184442 01/23/2026 RENEE RIFFEL 26.46Accounts Payable Check
184443 01/23/2026 MARCELES RODRIGUEZ 199.00Accounts Payable Check
184444 01/23/2026 JOHN ROSSETTI 1,021.54Accounts Payable Check
184445 01/23/2026 SCHINDLER ELEVATOR CORP 2,171.30Accounts Payable Check
184446 01/23/2026 SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY, LLC 419.99Accounts Payable Check
184447 01/23/2026 OWEN T. SMITH 80.00Accounts Payable Check
184448 01/23/2026 SOCAL GAS 3,057.84Accounts Payable Check
184449 01/23/2026 SOUZA CONSTRUCTION, INC.5,000.00Accounts Payable Check
184450 01/23/2026 SP MAINTENANCE SERVICES, INC.750.00Accounts Payable Check
184451 01/23/2026 SPEAKWRITE, LLC.312.17Accounts Payable Check
184452 01/23/2026 SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT REPAIR 3,149.42Accounts Payable Check
184453 01/23/2026 SWCA ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS 1,351.75Accounts Payable Check
184454 01/23/2026 THORN RUN PARTNERS LLC 3,000.00Accounts Payable Check
184461 01/23/2026 U.S. BANK 51,928.40Accounts Payable Check
184462 01/23/2026 U.S. POSTAL SERVICE 4,000.00Accounts Payable Check
184463 01/23/2026 U.S. POSTMASTER 3,549.50Accounts Payable Check
184464 01/23/2026 VANIR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT 15,995.66Accounts Payable Check
184465 01/23/2026 VASS 417.44Accounts Payable Check
184466 01/23/2026 VERDIN 14,275.54Accounts Payable Check
184467 01/23/2026 VINO VICE, INC.188.00Accounts Payable Check
184468 01/23/2026 WATER SYSTEMS CONSULTING, INC.45,846.25Accounts Payable Check
184469 01/23/2026 WEST COAST AUTO & TOWING, INC.1,490.00Accounts Payable Check
184470 01/23/2026 WESTERN JANITOR SUPPLY 416.10Accounts Payable Check
184471 01/23/2026 WHITLOCK & WEINBERGER TRANS.6,672.50Accounts Payable Check
184472 01/23/2026 ZACHARY J YEAMAN-SANCHEZ 70.00Accounts Payable Check
184473 01/23/2026 YEH AND ASSOCIATES, INC.2,760.00Accounts Payable Check
$2,095,062.76
02/24/26 | Item D3 | Attachment 1
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CITY OF ATASCADERO
CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT Item D4
Department: Public Works
Date: 02/24/26
Placement: Consent
TO: JAMES R. LEWIS, CITY MANAGER
FROM: NICK DE BAR, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER
PREPARED BY: RYAN BETZ, PUBLIC WORKS ANALYST
SUBJECT: Apple Valley Street and Storm Drain Maintenance District No. 01 Budget
Adjustment
RECOMMENDATION:
Council authorize the Administrative Services Director to allocate an additional $19,200 from the
Apple Valley Street and Storm Drain Maintenance District No. 01 (District) Fund balance to the
District’s fiscal year 2025/26 Budget to repair damaged street pavers on San Ramon Road.
DISCUSSION:
BACKGROUND
In 2005, the City Council formed the Atascadero Street and Storm Drain Maintenance District No.
01 (Apple Valley) to finance the ongoing operation, maintenance, and repair of public
infrastructure within the Apple Valley subdivision. Infrastructure under the purview of the
Assessment District includes streets, storm drainage systems, and pedestrian facilities. Specific
to the streets within the district, maintenance includes resurfacing and rehabilitation of the
asphalt pavement section, which is the typical surface. The district also includes approximately
4,900 square feet of interlocking concrete pavers. The pavers were specifically incorporated to
preserve existing oak trees located within the landscaped median on San Ramon Road.
Interlocking pavers are occasionally utilized as an alternative to conventional asphalt pavement
in proximity to street trees due to their ability to provide a structurally stable, vehicular-rated
surface while mitigating soil compaction, facilitating water and air infiltration, and
accommodating natural root growth patterns.
However, during a recent inspection of the District, staff identified several areas where these
street pavers had settled, resulting in uneven surfaces and potential safety concerns. To address
this issue, the City engaged a licensed Class A contractor to remove the affected pavers,
recompact the underlying soil, and reinstall the pavers to restore uniformity and eliminate the
safety concern. The City requires a Class A contractors license for any work within the public right-
of-way, including street repairs, to ensure compliance with engineering standards, adherence to
City specifications, and proper traffic control during construction activities. While this work was
completed last fall, at a cost of $9,800, additional settling occurred in a separate section following
the December storm events, necessitating further repairs. Although some degree of paver
settlement is expected over time, staff recommends removing a slightly larger area around the
newly affected section to investigate potential underlying drainage issues and implement any
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necessary corrective measures with subgrade issues. The combined cost of the paver repairs is
expected to be $19,200.
ALTERNATIVES TO THE STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
The Council may elect not to approve the funding allocation request for repairs to the street
pavers along San Ramon Road within the Apple Valley District. However, staff does not
recommend this course of action because some of the unbudgeted paver repair has been
completed while new paver area presents a safety hazard for both vehicular traffic and
pedestrians.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Authorizing staff’s recommendation will result in additional fiscal year 2025/26 budget
expenditures up to $19,200 from the Apple Valley Street and Storm Drain Maintenance District
No. 01 Fund balance, which has ample fund balance available to cover the requested allocation.
Any remaining balance from the repair project will be returned to the Apple Valley Fund balance.
REVIEWED BY OTHERS:
This item has been reviewed by the Administrative Services Director.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED FOR COUNCIL AGENDA
James R. Lewis, City Manager
ATTACHMENT(S):
None
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CITY OF ATASCADERO
CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT Item D5
TO: JIM LEWIS, CITY MANAGER
FROM: PHIL DUNSMORE, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
PREPARED BY: BRUCE ST JOHN, BUILDING OFFICIAL AND DAVE VAN SON,
COMMUNITY RISK REDUCTION BATTALION CHIEF & FIRE MARSHAL
SUBJECT: 2025 Building and Fire Code Updates
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Council:
1. Adopt, on second reading, by title only, Draft Ordinance A, amending Title 4, Public Safety,
for consistency with the 2022 California Fire Code; and
2. Adopt, on second reading, by title only, Draft Ordinance B, amending Title 8, Building
Code, for consistency with the 2022 California Building Code.
DISCUSSION:
The 2022 California Building Codes (CBC) were adopted by the State of California on July 1, 2025
and became effective throughout the State on January 1, 2026, regardless of adoption by local
jurisdictions. All permit applications for construction projects received on or after January 1, 2026
are subject to the new code requirements. New Fire Codes were also introduced by the State in
2025. The City utilizes the code update process to implement the new state codes into the
Municipal Code, by reference, while implementing local amendments that respond to local
conditions.
At the February 10, 2026 City Council meeting, the attached Draft Ordinances were introduced,
amending both Title 4, Public Safety, for consistency with the 2025 California Fire Code, and
amending Title 8, Building Code for consistency with the 2025 California Building Code.
The attached ordinances will enact State law with a number of provisions that are directly related
to unique characteristics of Atascadero and address the health, safety, and wellbeing of existing
and future residents. The proposed code will guide logical, sustainable development within the
City that is responsive to local conditions while respecting State policies.
Whether or not the City adopts the local Municipal Code updates, new development projects
Department: Community
Development
Date: 02/24/2026
Placement: Public Hearing
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must respond to the latest state code updates, effective January 1, 2026. Proposed local updates
are intended to reduce staff time and streamline the construction permit review process, thereby
potentially resulting in some small savings.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Minimal fiscal impact to the City is expected with the adoption of the new requirements.
However, new building and fire codes may result in cost increases to private development
projects while long term savings in insurance costs can also be anticipated.
REVIEWED BY OTHERS:
This item has been reviewed by the Community Development Director, City Fire Marshal, City
Building Official, and Building Code Council.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED FOR COUNCIL AGENDA
James R. Lewis, City Manager
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Draft Ordinance A – Title 4, Public Safety
2. Draft Ordinance B – Title 8, Building Code
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DRAFT ORDINANCE A
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA, REPEALING AND
REPLACING CHAPTER 7 (FIRE CODE)
OF TITLE 4 PUBLIC SAFETY CODE
OF THE ATASCADERO MUNICIPAL CODE
The City Council hereby finds and declares as follows:
WHEREAS, it is the desire and intent of the City Council to provide residents with
common sense reform to the City’s Municipal Code to reduce regulations; and
WHEREAS, the City Fire Marshal has reviewed applicable sections of Title 4 and has
determined sections that need to be modified for consistency with State Law; and
WHEREAS, provisions codified in this title are adopted to implement and supplement the
Health and Safety Code as it exists and as it may be amended from time to time; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire and intent of the City Council of the Atascadero to provide
citizens with the greatest degree of fire, life and structural safety in buildings, in the most cost
effective manner, by adopting the body of regulations referred to as the 2025 Edition of the
California Building Code, Chapter 7 and 2025 Edition of the California Wildland-Urban Interface
Code with amendments specific to the City of Atascadero; and
WHEREAS, the California Health and Safety Code, Section 17958.5 and Section 18941.5,
require the City Council, before making any modifications or changes to the California Building
Standards Code pursuant to Health and Safety Code Sections 18941.5 and 17958.5, to make an
express finding that each such modification or change is needed; and,
WHEREAS, such findings must be made available as a public record and a copy thereof
with each such modification or change shall be filed with the State of California Building
Standards Commission; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Atascadero, at a duly noticed Public Hearing
held on February 10, 2026, studied and considered the proposed municipal code text amendments
and changes; and,
WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Atascadero affirms the findings justifying previous
changes and modifications to the adopted construction and fire codes previously adopted.
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO HEREBY
ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
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SECTION 1. Recitals. The above recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein as
if set forth in full.
SECTION 2. Public Hearing. The City Council of the City of Atascadero, in a regular
session assembled on February 10, 2026, resolved to approve a Municipal Code Text Amendment
to update Title 4, Chapter 7, Fire Code, for consistency with State law and clarity relating to
development standards
SECTION 3. CEQA. This ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA), Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq., because it can be seen with certainty
that there is no possibility that the enactment of this Ordinance would have a significant effect on
the environment (Pub. Resources Code § 21065; CEQA Guidelines §§ 15378(b)(4), 15061(b)(3).
SECTION 4. Approval. The City Council of the City of Atascadero, in a regular session
assembled on February 10, 2026, resolved to introduce, for first reading by title only, an Ordinance
that would repeal and replace in its entirety, Title 4, Chapter 7 of the Atascadero Municipal Code
consistent with the following:
EXHIBIT A: Title 4, Chapter 7
SECTION 5. Interpretation. This Ordinance must be broadly construed in order to achieve
the purposes stated in this Ordinance. It is the City Council’s intent that the provisions of this
Ordinance be interpreted or implemented by the City and others in a manner that facilitates the
purposes set forth in this Ordinance.
SECTION 6. Preservation. Repealing of any provision of the Atascadero Municipal Code
or of any previous Code Sections, does not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability incurred
before, or preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any violation occurring before this
Ordinance’s effective date. Any such repealed part will remain in full force and effect for
sustaining action or prosecuting violations occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 7. Effect of Invalidation. If this entire Ordinance or its application is deemed
invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, any repeal or amendment of the Atascadero
Municipal Code or other City Ordinance by this Ordinance will be rendered void and cause such
previous Atascadero Municipal Code provision or other City Ordinance to remain in full force
and effect for all purposes.
SECTION 8. Severability. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is deemed
invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the City Council intends that such invalidity will not
affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or applications and, to this end, the provisions
of this Ordinance are severable.
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SECTION 9. Notice. The City Clerk is directed to certify the passage and adoption of
this Ordinance, cause it to be entered into the City of Atascadero’s book of original ordinances,
make a note of the passage and adoption in the records of this meeting and within fifteen (15)
days after the passage and adoption of this Ordinance, cause it to be published or posted in
accordance with California law.
SECTION 10. Effective Date. This Ordinance will take effect on the 30th day following
its final passage and adoption.
INTRODUCED at a regular meeting of the City Council held on February 10, 2026, and
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Atascadero, State of
California, on ______________ 2026.
CITY OF ATASCADERO:
______________________________
Charles Bourbeau, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Lara K. Christensen, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
______________________________
Dave Fleishman, City Attorney
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Exhibit A
Chapter 7
FIRE CODE
Sections:
4-7.101 Title.
4-7.102 Adoption of Fire Code and Wildland-Urban Interface Code.
4-7.103 Local Modifications to the California Fire Code.
4-7.104 Modifications to the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code.
4-7.101 Title.
This chapter shall be known as the City of Atascadero Fire Code.
4-7.102 Adoption of Fire Code and Wildland-Urban Interface Code.
(a) Two (2) documents, two (2) of which are on file in City offices, identified by the Seal of the City
of Atascadero, marked and designated as:
2025 Edition of the California Fire Code, including all appendices except Appendices A,J, L and
M
2025 Edition of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, excluding all appendices
published by the International Code Council are hereby adopted, including chapters and sections
not adopted by agencies of the State of California, and including appendices thereto, as the Fire
Prevention Regulations of the City of Atascadero. The provisions of such are hereby referred to,
adopted, and made a part hereof as if fully set out in this chapter except as modified hereinafter
(2025).
4-7.103 Local modifications to the California Fire Code.
(a) Amend Chapter I, Division II, Section 101.1 to read as follows:
101.1 Title. These regulations shall be known as the Fire Code of the City of Atascadero,
hereinafter referred to as "this code."
(b) Amend Chapter I, Division II, Section 112.1 to read as follows:
112.1 General. In order to hear and decide appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made
by the fire code official relative to the application and interpretation of this code, there shall be
and is hereby created a board of appeals consistent with Title 8, Chapter 2 ,§ 8-2.102(e) of the
Atascadero Municipal Code.. The board shall adopt rules of procedure for conducting its
business and shall render all decisions and findings in writing to the appellant with a duplicate
copy to the fire code official.
(c) Amend Section 311.2.2 Fire Protection by deletion of Exception 1.
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311.2.2 Fire Protection. Fire protection systems shall be maintained in an operable condition
at all times.
Exceptions:
1. Where approved by the fire code official, buildings that will not be heated and where fire
protection systems will be exposed to freezing temperatures, fire alarm and automatic
sprinkler systems are permitted to be placed out of service and standpipes are permitted to
be maintained as dry systems (without an automatic water supply), provided that the
building does not have contents or storage, and windows, doors and other openings are
secured to prohibit entry by unauthorized persons.
2. Where approved by the fire code official, fire alarm and automatic sprinkler systems are
permitted to be placed out of service in seasonally occupied buildings: that will not be
heated; where fire protection systems will be exposed to freezing temperatures; where fire
areas do not exceed 12,000 square feet (1115 m2); and that do not store motor vehicles or
hazardous materials.
(d) Amend Section 503.2.1 to read as follows:
503.2.1 Dimensions. Fire apparatus access roads shall have an unobstructed width of not less
than 20 feet (6096 mm), exclusive of shoulders, except for approved security gates in
accordance with Section 503.6, and an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13 feet
6 inches (4115 mm).
503.2.1.1 Driveways. All driveways shall comply with Atascadero Fire and Emergency
Services diagram F-4, Fire Access Driveways.
(e) Amend Section 505.1. to read as follows:
505.1 Address identification. New and existing buildings shall be provided
with approved address identification. The address identification shall be legible and placed in a
position that is visible from the street or road fronting the property. Address numbers shall be
Arabic numbers or alphabetical letters. Numbers shall not be spelled out. Type, color, and size
of address numbers shall be consistent with Chapter 5 § 4-5.105 of the Municipal Code. Where
required by the fire code official, address identification shall be provided in
additional approved locations to facilitate emergency response. Where access is by means of a
private road and the building cannot be viewed from the public way, a monument, pole or other
sign or means shall be used to identify the structure. Address identification shall be maintained.
(f) Amend Section 507.2.2 to read as follows:
507.2.2 Water Tanks. Water tanks for private fire protection shall not be permitted.
(g) Amend Section 606.2 to read as follows:
606.2 Where Required. A Type I hood shall be installed at or above all commercial cooking
appliances and domestic cooking appliances used for commercial purposes that produce grease
vapors. Hood systems shall be tied into existing fire alarm systems.
Exceptions:
1. Factory-built commercial exhaust hoods that are listed and labeled in accordance with UL
710, and installed in accordance with Section 304.1 of the California Mechanical Code,
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shall not be required to comply with Sections 507.1.5, 507.2.3, 507.2.5, 507.2.8, 507.3.1,
507.3.3, 507.1.6 and 507.2.10 of the California Mechanical Code.
2. Factory-built commercial cooking recirculating systems that are listed and labeled in
accordance with UL 710B, and installed in accordance with Section 304.1 of the
California Mechanical Code, shall not be required to comply with Sections 507.1.5,
507.2.3, 507.2.5, 507.2.8, 507.3.1, 507.3.3, 507.1.6 and 507.2.10 of the California
Mechanical Code. Spaces in which such systems are located shall be considered to be
kitchens and shall be ventilated in accordance with Table 403.3.1.1 of the California
Mechanical Code. For the purpose of determining the floor area required to be ventilated,
each individual appliance shall be considered as occupying not less than 100 square feet
(9.3 m2).
3. Where cooking appliances are equipped with integral down-draft exhaust systems and
such appliances and exhaust systems are listed and labeled for the application in
accordance with NFPA 96, a hood shall not be required at or above them.
4. A Type I hood shall not be required for an electric cooking appliance where an approved
testing agency provides documentation that the appliance effluent contains 5 mg/m3 or
less of grease when tested at an exhaust flow rate of 500 cfm (0.236 m3/s) in accordance
with UL 710B.
(h) Amend Section 901.7 to read as follows:
901.7 Systems Out of Service. Where a required fire protection system is out of service, the
fire department and the fire code official shall be notified immediately and, where required by
the fire code official, the building shall be either evacuated or an approved fire watch shall be
provided for all occupants left unprotected by the shutdown until the fire protection system has
been returned to service.
Where utilized, fire watches shall be provided with not less than one approved means for
notification of the fire department and their only duty shall be to perform constant patrols of the
protected premises and keep watch for fires. The person assigned to fire watch shall maintain a
written log of their activities during their assigned shift and the log shall be provided to the fire
code official upon request.
Exception: Facilities with an approved notification and impairment management program. The
notification and impairment program for water-based fire protection systems shall comply with
California NFPA 25.
(i) Amend 903.2 to read as follows:
903.2 Where Required. Approved automatic sprinkler systems in new buildings and
structures shall be provided in the locations described in Sections 903.2.1 through 903.2.12
and Sections 903.2.14 through 903.2.23.
Exception: Spaces or areas in telecommunications buildings used exclusively for
telecommunications equipment, associated electrical power distribution equipment, batteries
not required to have an automatic sprinkler system by Section 1207 for energy storage systems
and standby engines, provided that those spaces or areas are equipped throughout with an
automatic smoke detection system in accordance with Section 907.2 and are separated from
the remainder of the building by not less than 1-hour fire barriers constructed in accordance
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with Section 707 of the California Building Code or not less than 2-hour horizontal assemblies
constructed in accordance with Section 711 of the California Building Code, or both.
(j) Amend 903.2.2 to read as follows:
903.2.2 Group B. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided for Group B occupancies
as required in Sections 903.2.2.1 and 903.2.2.2.
903.2.2.1 Ambulatory Care Facilities: An automatic sprinkler system shall be installed
throughout the entire floor containing an ambulatory care facility where either of the
following conditions exist at any time:
1. Four or more care recipients are incapable of self-preservation.
2. One or more care recipients that are incapable of self-preservation are
located at other than the level of exit discharge serving such a facility.
In buildings where ambulatory care is provided on levels other than the level of exit
discharge, an automatic sprinkler system shall be installed throughout the entire floor as
well as all floors below where such care is provided, and all floors between the level of
ambulatory care and the nearest level of exit discharge, the level of exit discharge, and
all floors below the level of exit discharge.
Exception: Floors classified as an open parking garage are not required to be sprinklered.
903.2.2.2 Laboratories Involving Research and Development or Testing: An automatic
sprinkler system shall be installed throughout the fire areas utilized for the research and
development or testing of lithium-ion or lithium metal batteries.
903.2.2.3 Proximity and Size-Based Sprinkler Requirement: An automatic sprinkler
system shall be installed throughout any Group B occupancy that meets all of the
following conditions:
1. The building has a floor area greater than 500 square feet; and
2. The building is located 10 feet or less from another structure on the same
property; and
3. The building is located 5 feet or less from an adjacent property line.
903.2.2.4 Automatic Sprinkler Requirements for Additions to Group B Occupancies: An
automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in any Group B occupancy when
additions are made and any of the following conditions are met:
1. The total area of one or more additions exceeds 1,000 square feet (92.9 m²)
beyond the size of the structure as it existed on the effective date of this
regulation:
2. The total combined floor area of the structure exceeds 5,000 square feet (464.5
m²); or
3. A second story or additional stories are added.
(k) Amend 903.2.7 to read as follows:
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903.2.7 Group M. An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided throughout buildings
containing a Group M occupancy where one of the following conditions exists:
1. A Group M fire area exceeds 12,000 square feet (1115 m2).
2. A Group M fire area is located more than three stories above grade plane.
3. The combined area of all Group M fire areas on all floors, including any mezzanines,
exceeds 24,000 square feet (2230 m2).
4. [SFM] The structure exceeds 24,000 square feet (465 m2), contains more than one fire area
containing a Group M occupancy, and is separated into two or more buildings by fire
walls of not less than 4-hour fire-resistance rating without openings.
903.2.7.1 High-Piled Storage: An automatic sprinkler system shall be provided as
required in Chapter 32 in all buildings of Group M where storage of merchandise is in
high-piled or rack storage arrays.
903.2.7.2 Group M Upholstered Furniture or Mattresses: An automatic sprinkler
system shall be provided throughout a Group M fire area where the area used for the
display and sale of upholstered furniture or mattresses exceeds 5,000 square feet (464
m2).
903.2.7.3 Lithium-Ion or Lithium Metal Battery Storage: An automatic sprinkler
system shall be provided in a room or space within a Group M occupancy where
required for the storage of lithium-ion or lithium metal batteries by Section
320 or Chapter 32.
903.2.7.4 Proximity and Size-Based Sprinkler Requirement: An automatic sprinkler
system shall be installed throughout any Group M occupancy that meets all of the
following conditions:
1. The building has a floor area greater than 500 square feet; and
2. The building is located 10 feet or less from another structure on the same
property; and
3. The building is located 5 feet or less from an adjacent property line.
903.2.7.5 Automatic Sprinkler Requirements for Additions to Group M Occupancies: An
automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in any Group M occupancy when
additions are made and any of the following conditions are met:
1. The total area of one or more additions exceeds 1,000 square feet (92.9 m²)
beyond the size of the structure as it existed on the effective date of this
regulation:
2. The total combined floor area of the structure exceeds 5,000 square feet (464.5
m²); or
3. A second story or additional stories are added.
(l) Add section 903.2.8.4 to read as follows:
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903.2.8.4 Automatic Sprinkler Requirements for Additions to Group R-3 Occupancies.
An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in any existing Group R-3 occupancy
when an addition is made and either of the following conditions is met:
1. The addition increases the floor area by more than ten percent (10%) and the total
combined floor area of the structure exceeds 3,000 square feet (278.7 m²); or
2. The total combined floor area of the structure exceeds 5,000 square feet (464 m²),
regardless of the percentage increase.
(m) Amend 903.2.18 to read as follows:
903.2.18 Group U Private Garages and Carports Accessory to Group R-3 Occupancies.
Carports with habitable space above and attached garages, accessory to Group R-3
occupancies, shall be protected by residential fire sprinklers in accordance with this section.
Residential fire sprinklers shall be connected to, and installed in accordance with, an automatic
residential fire sprinkler system that complies with Section R313 of the California Residential
Code or with NFPA 13D. Fire sprinklers shall be residential sprinklers or quick-response
sprinklers, designed to provide a minimum density of 0.05 gpm/ft2 (2.04 mm/min) over the
area of the garage and/or carport, but not to exceed two sprinklers for hydraulic calculation
purposes. Garage doors shall not be considered obstructions with respect to sprinkler
placement.
903.2.18.1 Automatic Sprinkler Requirements for Additions to Group U Occupancies
Accessory to Group R-3. An automatic fire sprinkler system shall be installed in any
existing Group U occupancy that is accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy when an addition
is made and ONE of the following conditions is met:
1. The addition increases the floor area by more than ten percent (10%) and the total
combined floor area of the structure exceeds 3,000 square feet (278.7 m²); or
2. The total combined floor area of the structure exceeds 5,000 square feet (464 m²),
regardless of the percentage increase.
(n) Add section 903.2.22 to read as follows:
903.2.22 Automatic Sprinkler Requirements for Group U Occupancies. An automatic fire
sprinkler system shall be installed throughout any building classified as Group U when any of
the following conditions are met:
1. The building has a floor area of 1,000 square feet (92.9 m²) or more:
2. The building is located less than 10 feet from another structure on the same property:
3. The building is located 5 feet or less from an adjacent property line:
4. The building is not open on at least three sides and has a floor area of 3,000 square
feet (278.7 m²) or more.
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Exception:
Sprinklers are not required where the Group U occupancy is part of a mixed-occupancy
building that includes a Group R-3 occupancy.
(o) Add section 903.2.23 to read as follows:
903.2.23 Conversion of Commercial Occupancies to Residential Use. An automatic fire
sprinkler system shall be installed throughout any building where a commercial occupancy
(Group A, B, E, F, M, or S) is converted to a residential occupancy (Group R) and adjoins
other commercial uses.
(p) Amend Section 903.4.3 to read as follows:
903.4.3 Alarms. An approved audible and visual sprinkler waterflow alarm device, located on
the exterior of the building in an approved location, shall be connected to each automatic
sprinkler system. Such sprinkler waterflow alarm devices shall be activated by water flow
equivalent to the flow of a single sprinkler of the smallest orifice size installed in the system.
Where a waterflow switch is required by Section 903.4.1 to be electrically supervised, such
sprinkler waterflow alarm devices shall be powered by a fire alarm control unit or, where
provided, a fire alarm system. Where a fire alarm system is provided, actuation of the
automatic sprinkler system shall actuate the building fire alarm system.
(q) Amend section 903.6 to read as follows:
903.6 Where Required in Existing Buildings and Structures. An automatic sprinkler
system shall be provided in existing buildings and structures where required in Chapter 11 or
where one of the following conditions apply:
1. Group A, B, E, F, M, or S Occupancies – Modifications or Tenant Improvements
Sprinklers shall be provided in existing Group A, B, E, F, M, or S occupancies undergoing
modifications or tenant improvements when any of the following conditions are met:
1. The fire area exceeds 5,000 square feet (464 m²);
2. The fire area has an occupant load of 100 or more;
3. The fire area is located on a floor other than the level of exit discharge serving the
occupancy;
4. The building exceeds 5,000 square feet (464 m²), contains more than one fire area of the
listed occupancies, and is separated into two or more buildings by firewalls with less
than a four-hour fire-resistance rating and/or with openings.
2. Additions to Existing Buildings (Excluding Group R-3 and Accessory Group U to R-3)
Sprinklers shall be provided throughout the existing building when:
1. Additions exceed 10% of the existing floor area and the total combined floor area
exceeds 2,000 square feet (185.8 m²); or
2. A second story or additional stories are added.
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(r) Add section 903.7 to read as follows:
903.7 Flow switch. All sprinkler systems including NFPA 13, 13R and 13D shall require a
flow switch that is connected to a local bell and is highly encouraged to have an inspector test
valve at the most hydraulically remote location per Atascadero Fire Department standards.
(s) Add Sections 907.11 through 907.11.2 to read as follows:
907.11 False alarms. The Fire Code Official may recover costs for fire department
responses to alarm activations determined to be false due to system malfunction, misuse, or
other non-emergency causes.
907.11.1 Excessive False Alarms. Cost recovery fees shall apply to each false alarm
response after the third occurrence within a calendar year.
907.11.2 Fee Schedule. False alarm response fees shall be established in the City of
Atascadero User Fee Schedule. Additional charges may apply under extraordinary
circumstances.
(t) Amend Section 1205.2 to read as follows:
1205.2 Access and Pathways. Roof access, pathways and spacing requirements shall be
provided in accordance with Sections 1205.2.1 through 1205.3.3. Pathways shall be over areas
capable of supporting firefighters accessing the roof. No portion of a pathway shall be located
on a portion of a gable roof overhanging the gable rafter or truss. Pathways shall be located in
areas with minimal obstructions, such as vent pipes, conduit or mechanical equipment.
Exceptions:
1. Detached, nonhabitable Group U structures including, but not limited to, detached
garages serving Group R-3 buildings, parking shade structures, carports, solar trellises
and similar structures.
2. Roof access, pathways and spacing requirements need not be provided where the fire
code official has determined that rooftop operations will not be employed.
3. Building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) systems where the BIPV systems are
approved, integrated into the finished roof surface and are listed in accordance with
UL 3741. The removal or cutting away of portions of the BIPV system during
firefighting operations shall not expose a firefighter to electrical shock hazards.
(u) Delete Section 1205.2.1.3.
(v) Amend Section 1205.2.2 to read as follows:
1205.2.2 Emergency Escape and Rescue Openings. Panels and modules installed on Group
R-3 buildings shall not be placed on the portion of a roof that is below an emergency escape
and rescue opening. A pathway of not less than 36 inches (914 mm) wide shall be provided
from the emergency escape and rescue opening to the eave directly below and a 36 inch wide
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(914 mm) access space shall be provided directly in front of the full length of the wall line
containing the emergency escape and rescue opening(s).
(w) Amend Section 1205.3.2 to read as follows:
1205.3.2 Interior pathways. Interior pathways shall be provided between array sections to
meet the following requirements:
1. Pathways shall be provided at intervals not greater than 150 feet (45,720 mm)
throughout the length and width of the roof.
2. A pathway of not less than 4 feet (1,219 mm) wide in a straight line to roof standpipes
or ventilation hatches.
3. A pathway not less than 4 feet (1,219 mm) wide around roof access hatches, with not
fewer than one such pathway to a parapet or roof edge.
4. A pathway of not less than 4 feet (1,219 mm) wide to and around each piece of
powered mechanical equipment.
(x) Amend Section 1205.5 to read as follows:
1205.5 Ground-Mounted Photovoltaic Panel Systems. Ground-mounted photovoltaic panel
systems shall be installed in accordance with this section.
1. Arrays shall be located a minimum of 20 feet (6,096mm) from other structures and
shall not be located as to impeded access to and around a structure in any manner.
2. Arrays shall be located a minimum of 10 feet from the rear 5 feet from the sides and
25 feet from the front of the property lines.
3. Array mounts shall be non-combustible construction. No storage shall be permitted
under the panel arrays. Arrays shall not be located upon biological conservation
easements, riparian or vernal pool area.
(y) Amend Section 1205.5.1 to read as follows:
1205.5.1 Vegetation Control. A clear, brush-free area of 10 feet (3048 mm) shall be
required around the perimeter of the ground mounted photovoltaic arrays. A base of gravel, a
maintained vegetative surface, or other noncombustible base, approved by the fire code
official, shall be installed and maintained under the photovoltaic arrays and associated
electrical equipment installations.
(z) Amend Appendix C with the following addition:
C103.4 Dry Line. A dry line will be required for any driveway when:
1. A driveway exceeds 150 feet in length, and
2. The driving distance from the nearest fire hydrant to within 50 feet of the structure
exceeds 500 feet.
Exception: The driving distance may exceed 500 feet if the building is fully protected by
an approved automatic sprinkler system, and the Fire Code Official grants approval.
(aa) Amend Appendix D to exclude the following:
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1. D103.1
2. Figure D103.1
3. D103.2
4. Table D103.4.
4-7.104 Modifications to the California 2025 Wildland-Urban Interface Code.
(a) Amend [A] 101.5 to read as follows:
101.5 Additions or Alterations. Additions or alterations shall be permitted to be made to any
building or structure without requiring the existing building or structure to comply with all of
the requirements of this code, provided that the addition or alteration conforms to that
required for a new building or structure. When the proposed addition exceeds 50% of the
original building’s square footage, or if the alteration results in a project that is greater than
75% of the replacement cost of the structure, full compliance with all applicable sections of
this code shall be required for the entire building or structure.
Exception: Provisions of this code that specifically apply to existing conditions are
retroactive.
Additions or alterations shall not be made to an existing building or structure that will cause
the existing building or structure to be in violation of any of the provisions of this code nor
shall such additions or alterations cause the existing building or structure to become unsafe.
An unsafe condition shall be deemed to have been created if an addition or alteration will
cause the existing building or structure to become structurally unsafe or overloaded; will not
provide adequate access in compliance with the provisions of this code or will obstruct
existing exits or access; will create a fire hazard; will reduce required fire resistance or will
otherwise create conditions dangerous to human life.
(b) Amend 402.1.2.1 to read as follows:
402.1.2.1 Parcel map approval. Water supply requirements shall apply in the tentative and
parcel map process when new parcels are approved by the local jurisdiction.
As part of the application submittal, documentation from the Atascadero Mutual Water
Company confirming the availability and adequacy of water supply for fire protection
purposes must be included. This documentation shall demonstrate compliance with applicable
fire flow and infrastructure standards as required by the California Fire Code and local
ordinances.
(c) Amend 403.1.2 to read as follows
403.1.2 Width.
(a) All Roads shall be constructed to provide a minimum of two ten-foot traffic lanes, not
including shoulder and striping. These traffic lanes shall provide for two-way traffic flow
to support emergency vehicle and civilian egress, unless other standards are provided in
this article or additional requirements are mandated by local jurisdictions or local
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subdivision requirements. Vertical clearances shall conform to the requirements in
California Vehicle Code Section 35250.
(b) All one-way roads shall be constructed to provide a minimum of one twelve-foot traffic
lane, not including Shoulders. The Local Jurisdiction may approve One-way Roads.
1. All one-way roads shall, at both ends, connect to a road with two traffic lanes
providing for travel in different directions, and shall provide access to an area
currently zoned for not more than ten (10) Residential Units.
2. In no case shall a One-way Road exceed 2,640 feet in length. A turnout shall be
placed and constructed at approximately the midpoint of each One-way Road.
(c) All Driveways shall comply with Atascadero Fire and Emergency Services diagram F-4,
Fire Access Driveways.
[CCR, Title 14 §1273.01]
(d) Amend 403.1.6 to read as follows:
403.1.6 Turnarounds.
(a) Turnarounds are required on driveways exceeding 150 feet in length and dead-end roads.
(b) Turnarounds shall comply with Atascadero Fire and Emergency Engineering Standard F-1
for commercial and Engineering Standard F-2 for residential.
(c) Driveways exceeding 150 feet in length, but less than 800 feet in length, shall provide a
turnout near the midpoint of the driveway. Where the driveway exceeds 800 feet, turnouts
shall be provided not more than 400 feet apart.
(d) A turnaround shall be provided on driveways over 300 feet in length and shall be within
fifty (50) feet of the building.
(e) Each dead-end road shall have a turnaround constructed at its terminus. Where parcels are
zoned five (5) acres or larger, turnarounds shall be provided at a maximum of 1,320-foot
intervals.
(f) Figure A. Turnarounds on roads with two ten-foot traffic lanes.
[CCR, Title 14 §1273.05]A
FIGURE A—TURNAROUND WITH TWO 10-FOOT TRAFFIC LANES
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(e) Amend 403.2.4 to as follows:
403.2.4 Addresses for Buildings.
(a) All Buildings shall be issued an address by the Local Jurisdiction which conforms to that
jurisdiction's overall address system. Utility and miscellaneous Group U Buildings are not
required to have a separate address; however, each Residential Unit within a Building
shall be separately identified.
(b) Type, color, and size of address numbers shall be consistent with CH 5 § 4-5.105 of the
Municipal Code.
(c) Addresses for residential Buildings shall be reflectorized.
[CCR, Title 14 §1274.03]
(f) Amend 504.2 to read as follows:
504.2 Roof assembly. Roofs, to include those located in the Moderate FHSZ’s, shall have a
roof assembly that complies with a Class A fire classification when tested in accordance with
ASTM E108 or UL 790.
Exceptions: The following assemblies are exempt from testing and shall be considered as
equivalent to the Class A fire classification:
1. Roof assemblies with coverings of brick, masonry or an exposed concrete roof
deck.
2. Roof assemblies with ferrous or copper shingles or sheets, metal sheets and
shingles, clay or concrete roof tile or slate installed on noncombustible decks or
ferrous, copper or metal sheets installed without a roof deck on noncombustible
framing.
3. Roof assemblies with minimum 16 oz/sq ft (0.0416 kg/m2) copper sheets
installed over combustible roof decks.
4. Roof assemblies of slate roof covering installed over ASTM D226, Type II
underlayment over combustible decks.
(g) Amend 504.9.2 to read as follows:
504.9.2 Garage door perimeter gap, Exterior garage doors, to include those located in the
Moderate FHSZ shall resist the intrusion of embers by preventing gaps between doors and
door openings, at the bottom, sides and tops of doors, from exceeding 1/8 inch (3.2 mm).
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Gaps between doors and door openings shall be controlled by one or more of the following
methods:
1. Weather-stripping products constructed of materials that which comply with both of the
following:
1.1. The tensile strength of the material shall be tested in accordance with ASTM D638
before and after exposure to ASTM G155 for a period of 2,000 hours, and the
maximum allowable difference in tensile strength values between exposed and
nonexposed samples shall not exceed 10 percent.
1.2. When tested to UL 94, the materials shall have a flammability rating of V-2 or
better.
2. Door overlaps onto jambs and headers.
3. Garage door jambs and headers covered with metal flashing.
(h) Amend 504.10 to read as follows:
504.10 Vents. Where provided, ventilation openings for enclosed attics, gable ends, ridge
ends, under eaves and cornices, enclosed eave soffit spaces, enclosed rafter spaces formed
where ceilings are applied directly to the underside of roof rafters, underfloor ventilation,
foundations and crawl spaces, or any other opening intended to permit ventilation, either in a
horizontal or vertical surface, including those located in the Moderate FHSZ, shall be in
accordance with Section 504.10.1 or Section 504.10.2 to resist building ignition from the
intrusion of burning embers and flame through the ventilation openings.
(i) Amend 507.1 to read as follows:
507.1 General. The roof covering on buildings or structures in existence prior to the adoption
of this code that are replaced or have 50 percent or more replaced in a 12-month period,
including those located in the Moderate FHSZ, shall be replaced with a roof covering
required for new construction in accordance with Sections 504.2 and 504.2.1. All portions of
a roof covering applied during an addition, alteration or repair to an existing structure shall
meet at least a Class A fire classification.
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DRAFT ORDINANCE B
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA,
REPEALING TITLE 8 (BUILDING REGULATIONS) AND
REPLACING TITLE 8 TO ADOPT AND AMEND THE LATEST EDITIONS
OF THE CONSTRUCTION AND FIRE CODES,
AND ADOPT FINDINGS OF FACTS TO SUPPORT THE IMPOSITION OF
REQUIREMENTS GREATER THAN THE REQUIREMENTS ESTABLISHED
BY OR PURSUANT TO THE
CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
(City of Atascadero)
The City Council hereby finds and declares as follows:
WHEREAS, the State of California has adopted the 2025 Building Code, effective January 1,
2026, thereby requiring that each jurisdiction incorporate the new building codes; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire and intent of the City Council of the Atascadero to provide citizens
with the greatest degree of fire, life and structural safety in buildings in the most cost-effective manner
by adopting that body of regulations referred to as the California Building Standards Code with
amendments specific to the City of Atascadero; and
WHEREAS, the California Health and Safety Code, Section 17958.5 and Section 18941.5,
require the City Council, before making any modifications or changes to the California Building
Standards Code pursuant to Health and Safety Code Sections 18941.5 and 17958.5, to make an express
finding that each such modification or change is needed; and
WHEREAS, the California Health and Safety Code Section 17958.7 requires that such changes
must be determined to be reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological, or topographical
conditions; and
WHEREAS, such findings must be made available as a public record and a copy thereof with
each such modification or change shall be filed with the State of California Building Standards
Commission; and
WHEREAS, the proposed text amendments are exempt per section 15061(b)(3) in accordance
with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Atascadero, at a duly noticed Public Hearing held
on February 10, 2026, studied and considered the proposed municipal code text amendments and
changes; and
WHEREAS, the Council of the City of Atascadero affirms the findings justifying previous
changes and modifications to the adopted construction and fire codes previously adopted; and
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WHEREAS, the City Council hereby determines that the California Building Code, California
Plumbing Code, California Electrical Code, and California Fire Code are required to be modified due
to the findings contained herein to greater requirements than those set forth in the California State
Building Standards; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that each of the changes or modifications to measures
referred to therein are reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological, or topographical
conditions in the area encompassed by the boundaries of the City of Atascadero, and the City Council
further finds that the following findings support the local necessity for the changes or modifications:
1. That the City of Atascadero is situated at the base of a watershed of the Santa Lucia
Mountains and that flooding of Atascadero Creek, Graves Creek, and Salinas River results
in conditions rendering fire department vehicular traffic unduly burdensome or impossible
as witnessed in major floods that occurred in 1952, 1961, 1969, 1973, 1978, 1982, 1995,
and 2022. Furthermore, flood conditions described above create the potential for
overcoming the ability of the fire department to aid or assist in fire control, evacuations,
rescues and other emergency task demands inherent in such situations. The resulting
overburdening of Fire Department personnel may cause a substantial or total lack of
protection against fire for buildings and structures located in the City of Atascadero. The
afore-described conditions support the imposition of fire protection requirements greater
than those set forth in the California State Building Standards Code and, in particular,
support the imposition of greater requirements than set forth in the 2025 California Building
Code;
2. That the City of Atascadero is situated near three major faults capable of generating
earthquakes with a magnitude of 7.5: the San Andreas to the east of the City, the
Nacimiento-Rinconada that crosses Hwy 101 north of the City then parallels the City to the
east, and the Hosgri to the South West. Other faults of importance are the Huasna and West
Huasna to the Southeast of the City, and the San Simeon to the Northwest. In as much as
these faults are included as major California earthquake faults, which are subject to
becoming active at any time, the City Atascadero is particularly vulnerable to devastation
should such an earthquake occur. The potential effects include isolating the City of
Atascadero from the north and south due to the potential for collapsing of freeway
overpasses or a slide on both the Cuesta and Ontario Grades and the potential for horizontal
or vertical movement of the Edna fault rendering surface travel across the southern
extremities of the City unduly burdensome or impossible. Additional potential situations
inherent in such an occurrence include broken natural-gas mains causing structure and other
fires, leakage of hazardous materials, the need for rescues from collapsed structures, and the
rendering of first aid and other medical attention to large numbers of people. The protection
of human life and the preservation of property in the event of such an occurrence support
the imposition of fire protection requirements greater than those set forth in the California
State Building Standards Code and in particular support the imposition of greater
requirements than set forth in 2025 California Building Code;
3. That the central commercial area in the City of Atascadero consists of mixed conditions that
create the potential for possible conflagration, including congested streets during the
business day, numerous older buildings without adequate internal fire-resistance, and
contemporary low-rise buildings. The continued development of the Atascadero
commercial area and the current and potential development of high-rise buildings pose a
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substantial threat of fire to human life, public safety, and the preservation of property and
support the imposition of fire protection requirements greater than those set forth in the
California State Building Standards Code, and in particular, support the imposition of
greater requirements than set forth in 2025 California Building Code;
4. That the City of Atascadero is bisected by a major freeway (Hwy 101), traversing in the
north/south direction and a major highway (Hwy 41) traversing in an east/west direction.
The City is also transected by a mainline railroad that traverses in the north/south direction.
It is a frequent occurrence for the aforementioned highways and railway to support the
transportation of hazardous materials. The potential for release or threatened release of a
hazardous material along one of these routes is highly probable given the volume
transported daily. Incidents of this nature will normally require all available emergency
response personnel to prevent injury and loss of life, and to prevent as far as practicable,
property losses. Emergency personnel responding to said incidents may be unduly impeded
and delayed in accomplishing an emergency response as a result of this situation, with the
potential result of undue and unnecessary risk to the protection of life and public safety,
particularly in those buildings or structures without the protection of automatic fire
sprinklers. The above-described problems support the imposition of fire protection
requirements greater than those set forth in the California State Building Standards Code,
and in particular support the imposition of greater requirements than set forth in the 2025
California Building Code;
5. That seasonal climatic conditions during the late summer and fall create numerous serious
difficulties in the control and protection against fire situations in the City of Atascadero.
The hot dry weather in combination with Santa Ana winds frequently results in wildland
fires in the brush-covered slopes on the Santa Lucia Mountains and several areas
surrounding. The aforementioned areas completely surround the City. When a fire occurs
in said areas, such as occurred in 1994, the Highway 41 fire burned for several days and
entered the City, the entirety of local fire department personnel is required to control,
monitor, fight and protect against such fire situations in an effort to protect life and preserve
property and watershed land. The same climatic conditions may result in the concurrent
occurrence of one or more fires in the more populated areas of the City without adequate
fire department personnel to protect against and control such a situation. Therefore, the
above-described findings support the imposition of fire-protection requirements greater than
those set forth in the California State Building Standards Code, and in particular support the
imposition of greater requirements than set forth in the 2025 California Building Code;
6. That for the most part, the soils in the City of Atascadero are medium to highly expansive
in nature, and such soils may cause damage to foundations, structures and underground
utilities if not properly mitigated through known construction techniques. Furthermore, a
significant part of the City lies on hills and rolling topography subject to earth slides and
movements and present problems to developments constructed in such areas due to surface
water drainage and disposal. The above-described conditions support the imposition of
requirements greater than those set forth in the California State Building Standards Code
and, in particular, support the imposition of greater requirements than those set forth in the
2025 California Building Code.
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that the provisions of the State Building
Standards Code shall be modified, changed and amended, as provided for in this ordinance, based upon
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the foregoing findings and that said Council takes said action because of the public interest in protecting
life and preserving public safety and property; and
WHEREAS, the Building Official is hereby authorized and directed to transmit a copy of this
ordinance to the California Building Standards Commission as required by California Health and
Safety Code Section 17958.7.
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ATASCADERO HEREBY
ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Recitals. The above recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein as if set
forth in full.
SECTION 2. Public Hearing. The City Council of the City of Atascadero, in a regular session
assembled on February 10, 2026 resolved to approve a Municipal Code Text Amendment to update
Title 8 Building Code, for consistency with State law and clarity relating to development standards.
SECTION 3. CEQA. This ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA), Public resources Code Section 21000 et seq., because it can be seen with certainty that there
is no possibility that the enactment of this Ordinance would have a significant effect on the environment
(Pub. Resources Code § 21065; CEQA Guidelines §§ 15378(b)(4), 15061(b)(3).
SECTION 4. Approval. The City Council of the City of Atascadero, in a regular session
assembled on February 10, 2026, resolved to introduce, for first reading by title only, an Ordinance that
would repeal and replace in its entirety, Title 8 of the Atascadero Municipal Code consistent with the
following:
EXHIBIT A: Title 8
SECTION 5. Interpretation. This Ordinance must be broadly construed in order to achieve the
purposes stated in this Ordinance. It is the City Council’s intent that the provisions of this Ordinance
be interpreted or implemented by the City and others in a manner that facilitates the purposes set forth
in this Ordinance.
SECTION 6. Preservation. Repealing of any provision of the Atascadero Municipal Code or
of any previous Code Sections, does not affect any penalty, forfeiture, or liability incurred before, or
preclude prosecution and imposition of penalties for any violation occurring before this Ordinance’s
effective date. Any such repealed part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or
prosecuting violations occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 7. Effect of Invalidation. If this entire Ordinance or its application is deemed
invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, any repeal or amendment of the Atascadero Municipal
Code or other City Ordinance by this Ordinance will be rendered void and cause such previous
Atascadero Municipal Code provision or other City Ordinance to remain in full force and effect for
all purposes.
SECTION 8. Severability. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid
by a court of competent jurisdiction, the City Council intends that such invalidity will not affect the
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effectiveness of the remaining provisions or applications and, to this end, the provisions of this
Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 9. Notice. The City Clerk is directed to certify the passage and adoption of this
Ordinance, cause it to be entered into the City of Atascadero’s book of original ordinances, make a
note of the passage and adoption in the records of this meeting and within fifteen (15) days after the
passage and adoption of this Ordinance, cause it to be published or posted in accordance with
California law.
SECTION 10. Effective Date. This Ordinance will take effect on the 30th day following its
final passage and adoption.
INTRODUCED at a regular meeting of the City Council held on February 10, 2026, and
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Atascadero, State of
California, on ______________ 2026.
CITY OF ATASCADERO:
______________________________
Charles Bourbeau, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Lara K. Christensen, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
______________________________
Dave Fleishman, City Attorney
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ATASCADERO MUNICIPAL CODE, TITLE 8 – BUILDING CODE
Chapter 1 ADMINISTRATIVE
§ 8-1.101 Title.
§ 8-1.102 Scope and Intent
§ 8-1.103 Adoption of Codes.
§ 8-1.104 Applicability of the Adopted Codes.
§ 8-1.105 Chief Building Official Designation.
§ 8-1.106 Duties and Powers of the Building Official
§ 8-1.107 Placards and Descriptions
§ 8-1.101 Title.
This title shall be known as the City of Atascadero Building Construction Code, Title 8 of the
Atascadero Municipal Code.
§ 8-1.102 Scope and Intent
(a) Scope Title 8 shall serve as the administrative, organizational and enforcement rules and
regulations for the technical codes and other building and property health and safety
regulations within this title which regulate property maintenance and site preparation,
construction, alteration, relocation, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and
occupancy, location, maintenance, grading, removal and demolition of every building or
structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such buildings and structures
(b) Intent The purpose of this code adopted hereby is to provide minimum standards to
safeguard the public health, safety, and general welfare through structural strength, means of
egress facilities, stability, sanitation, adequate light and ventilation, energy conservation,
accessibility, sustainability, resiliency, and safety to life and property from fire and other
hazards attributed to the built environment and to provide safety to firefighters and
emergency responders during emergency operations.
Certain changes and modifications have been made in the adoption of this code because of
the requirements of specific local conditions. Consistent with this purpose, the provisions of
this code are intended and always have been intended to confer a benefit on the community
as a whole and are not intended to establish a duty of care toward any particular person.
§ 8-1.103 Adoption of Codes.
The California Building Standards Commission, Title 24, Parts 1,2,2.5,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12 of the
California Code of Regulations. Each of which are on file in City offices, identified by the Seal of the
City of Atascadero, marked and designated as:
2025 Edition of the California Administrative Code published by the International Code
Council, for reference only;
2025 Edition of the California Building Code (CBC) (Volumes 1 and 2) published by the
International Code Council;
2025 Edition of the California Residential Code (CRC) published by the International Code
Council;
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2025 Edition of the California Electrical Code (CEC) published by the National Fire Protection
Association;
2025 Edition of the California Mechanical Code (CMC) published by the International
Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials;
2025 Edition of the California Plumbing Code (CPC) published by the International
Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials;
2025 Edition of the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code (CWUIC) published by the
International Code Council;
2025 Edition of the California Fire Code (CFC) published by the International Code Council;
2025 Edition of the California Green Building Code (CALGreen) published by the
International Code Council;
2025 Edition of the California Energy Code published by the International Code Council;
2025 Edition of the California Historical Building Code published by the International Code
Council;
2025 Edition of the California Existing Building Code published by the International Code
Council;
2025 Edition of the California Referenced Code Standards published by the International
Code Council.
In addition to the referenced books above, the following have also been adopted:
2024 Edition of the International Property Maintenance Code published by the International
Code Council;
2021 Edition of the International Solar Energy Provisions and Commentary, for reference;
2021 Uniform Solar, Hydronics and Geothermal Code, for reference;
2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, for reference;
2018 Rainwater Harvesting Systems, for reference only.
These codes are hereby adopted in their entirety — including all chapters, sections, and appendices,
regardless of whether they have been adopted by agencies of the State of California — as the
Building Construction Regulations of the City of Atascadero. The provisions of said codes are hereby
referenced, adopted, and incorporated herein by this reference as if fully set forth in this chapter,
except as otherwise modified herein.
§ 8-1.104 Applicability of the Adopted Codes.
(a) Conflicts: Where there is a conflict between a general requirement and a specific
requirement, the specific requirement shall be applicable. Where, in any specific case,
different sections of this code specify different materials, methods of construction or other
requirements, the most restrictive shall govern. When conflicting provisions or requirements
occur within this code or between this code and other codes or laws, the most restrictive
provisions shall govern. Where conflicts occur between provisions of this code and
referenced codes and standards, the provisions of this code shall apply.
(b) Other Laws: The provisions of this code shall not be deemed to nullify any provisions of
local, state, or federal law.
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(c) Referenced Codes and Standards: The codes and standards referenced in this code shall
be considered part of the requirements of this code to the prescribed extent of each such
reference.
(d) Partial Invalidity: In the event that any part or provision of this code is held to be illegal
or void, this shall not have the effect of making void or illegal any of the other parts and
provisions.
(e) Existing Structures, Systems And Equipment: The legal occupancy of any structure
existing on the date of adoption of this code shall be permitted to continue without change,
except as otherwise specifically provided in this code or as is deemed necessary by the
building official for the general safety and welfare of the occupants and the public and
provided continued use is not dangerous to life, health and safety.
Additions, alterations, repairs and changes of use or occupancy in all buildings, structures,
and portions of building and structures, shall comply with the provisions for new buildings
and structures except as otherwise provided for in this code. Additions or alterations shall
not be made to an existing building or building service equipment which will cause the
existing building or building service equipment to be in violation of the provisions of the
technical codes nor shall such additions or alterations cause the existing building or building
service equipment to become unsafe.
Equipment lawfully in existence at the time of the adoption of this code may have their use,
maintenance, or repair continued if their use, maintenance, or repair is in accordance with
the original design and a hazard to life, health or property has not been created.
Buildings, structures, and equipment, existing and new, and parts thereof shall be
maintained in a safe and sanitary condition. Devices or safeguards which are required by this
code shall be maintained in conformance with the technical code under which installed. The
owner, owner's agent, and occupant shall be responsible for the maintenance of buildings,
structures, and their building service equipment. To determine compliance with this section,
the building official may cause a structure to be reinspected.
A change in the use or occupancy of any existing building or structure shall comply with the
provisions of this code and the existing building code.
§ 8-1.105 Chief Building Official Designation.
(a) Authority: Building Services Division of the Community Development Department: There
is hereby established in the City of Atascadero a Development Services Division ("Building
Services") which shall be under the administrative and operational control of the Chief
Building Official. When the term "authority having jurisdiction" or "code official" is used in
the adopted codes, it shall mean the Chief Building Official.
(b) Exception: Whenever the terms "building official" or similar designations are used in the
California Fire Code and the California Wildland-Urban Interface Code, they shall be
understood to refer to the City of Atascadero Fire Marshal.
§ 8-1.106 Duties and Powers of the Building Official
(a) Authority: The Chief Building Official (CBO) is hereby authorized and directed to enforce
all provisions of this code and to conduct inspections in accordance with each code adopted
and amended under Title 8 of the Atascadero Municipal Code. The CBO shall have the
authority to interpret this code and to adopt and enforce rules, supplemental regulations,
policies, and procedures to clarify its application. All such interpretations and regulations
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shall be consistent with the intent and purpose of this code. Policies and procedures shall not
waive any requirements explicitly stated in this code. The CBO is further authorized to
develop and enforce guidelines and policies, as necessary, to ensure the safety of life, limb,
health, and property, and to carry out the purpose of this code. The CBO shall classify every
building, or portion thereof, into one of the occupancies set forth in this code according to its
use or the character of its occupancy.
(b) Deputies: The CBO may appoint such number of technical officers, inspectors, plans
examiners, assistants, and other employees as shall be authorized from time to time. Such
employees shall have powers as delegated by the building official. The building official may
deputize such employees as may be necessary to carry out the functions of the building
department.
(1) Permit Technicians- under delegation by the Building Official, may exercise
independent judgment in evaluating various situations and making determinations at
the permit issuance counter. These determinations may include accepting, reviewing,
and processing completed building permit applications; ensuring all information is
accurate, complete, and in compliance with the California Building Codes and other
applicable regulations; advising applicants on necessary corrections for plan submittal
acceptance; addressing associated fees, licensing requirements, and application or
permit extensions and reinstatements; and determining occupancy classifications,
types of construction, CSLB classifications, and business license requirements. The
Permit Technician also coordinates with relevant agencies regarding permit
requirements and must possess knowledge of basic construction components and
practices. Additionally, the Permit Technician provides technical assistance in issuing
construction and development permits to ensure compliance with applicable state
and local development codes and regulations.
(c) Applications and Permits: The building official or its deputies shall receive applications,
review construction documents and issue permits for the erection, construction, alteration,
relocation, enlargement, replacement, repair, equipment, use and occupancy, location,
maintenance, grading, removal and demolition of every building or structure, inspect the
premises for which such permits have been issued and enforce compliance with the
provisions of this code.
(d) Notices and Orders: The building official or its deputies shall issue all necessary notices or
orders to ensure compliance with this code.
(e) Inspections: The building official or its deputies shall make all the required inspections, or
the building official shall have the authority to accept reports of inspection by approved
agencies or individuals. Reports of such inspections shall be in writing and be certified by a
responsible officer of such approved agency or by the responsible individual. The building
official is authorized to engage such expert opinion as deemed necessary to report upon
unusual technical issues that arise, subject to the approval of the appointing authority.
(1) Inspection requests: Inspection requests should only be made after the requester
has verified that the work to be inspected is complete and ready. Upon arrival, the
Inspector will assess whether the work is sufficiently complete to proceed with the
inspection. If the work is found to be incomplete or not ready, a correction notice will
be issued indicating not ready or incomplete.
(2) Reinspection: A reinspection fee may be assessed by the Building Official or
designee to control the practice of calling for inspections before the job is ready for
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such inspection or reinspection. In instances where reinspection fees have been
assessed, no additional inspection of the work will be performed until the required
fees have been paid.
(f) Identification: The building official or its deputies shall carry proper identification when
inspecting structures or premises in the performance of duties under this code.
(g) Right Of Entry: Where it is necessary to make an inspection to enforce any of the
provisions of, or perform any duty imposed by this code or other applicable law, or where the
building official or an authorized representative has reasonable cause to believe that there
exists, or may exist, in a structure or upon a premises a condition which is contrary to or in
violation of this code or other similar law, which makes the structure or premises
noncompliant, unsafe, dangerous or hazardous, the building official or an authorized
representative is authorized to enter the structure or premises at reasonable times to inspect
or to perform the duties imposed by this code or other applicable law, provided that if such
structure or premises be occupied, that credentials be presented to the occupant and entry
requested. If such a structure or premises is unoccupied, the building official shall first make
a reasonable effort to locate the owner or other person having charge or control of the
structure or premises and request entry.
(h) Unlawful Continuance. Any person who shall continue any work after having been served
with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a
violation or unsafe condition, shall be subject to a misdemeanor violation consistent with
Section 12-1.05.
(i) Authority to enforce Unsafe Building. Any person who occupies or enters a building or
structure after the structure has been posted with an "Unsafe to Occupy" notice, except
under the direction of the Building Official to evaluate or perform building repairs, shall be
subject to a misdemeanor violation consistent with Section 12-1.05.
(j) Authority to Enforce Restricted Use Buildings. Any person who occupies or enters a
building or structure after the structure has been posted with a "Restricted Use" notice,
except under the direction of the Building Official to remove personal items, shall be subject
to a misdemeanor violation consistent with Section 12-1.05.
(k) Emergency Power: Where the building official determines that an imminent life safety
hazard exists in a building or with regard to a structure or premises, that requires immediate
containment, correction or elimination, or other actions to protect public health and welfare,
the building official or his/her designee may exercise any or all of the following:
(1) Order the immediate evacuation of all persons and prohibit occupancy, reentry, or
use of the premises until the hazard has been fully eliminated and all repairs and
corrective actions, including all required permits and inspections, have been
completed.
(2) Post the premises as unsafe, substandard, or dangerous, and regulate or restrict
access by all persons until an order to vacate and/or a notice not to enter is rescinded
in writing.
(3) Cause any water, electrical, gas, mechanical, plumbing, or other system
connections or installations that are affected by or could contribute to the hazard to
be disconnected or otherwise rendered inoperative.
§ 8-1.107 Placards and Descriptions
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(a) The following official placards shall be used to designate the condition for occupancy of
buildings or structures:
(1) Green: "Inspected—Lawful Occupancy Permitted" is to be posted on any building
or structure wherein no apparent structural hazard has been found. This placard is
not intended to mean that there is no damage to the building or structure.
(2) Yellow: "Restricted Use" is to be posted on each building or structure that has
been damaged wherein the damage has resulted in some form of restriction to the
continued occupancy. The individual who posts this placard will note in general terms
the type of damage encountered and will clearly and concisely note the restriction on
continued occupancy.
(3) Red: "Unsafe—Do Not Enter or Occupy" is to be posted on each building or
structure that has been damaged such that continued occupancy poses a threat to life
safety. Buildings or structures posted with this placard shall not be entered under any
circumstances except as authorized in writing by the Chief Building Official or
authorized representative. Safety assessment teams shall be authorized to enter
these buildings at any time. This placard is not to be used or considered as a
demolition order. The individual who posts this placard will note in general terms the
type of damaged encountered.
(4) “Stop Work” placard or correct notice is issued under the following circumstances
(i) No Permit: Work is being performed without obtaining the appropriate
Building Permit.
(ii) Permit Violation: Work outside the scope of work is being performed.
(iii) Code Violation: Work/construction which is contrary to the Atascadero
Municipal Code.
(b) Once the placard has been attached to the building or structure, it shall not be removed,
altered or covered until authorized by the Chief Building Official. It is unlawful for any person,
firm or corporation to alter, remove, cover or deface a placard unless authorized pursuant to
this section.
Chapter 2 BUILDING CODE
§ 8-2.101 Modifications of the California Building Code.
(a) Delete Chapters 18A (as applicable), 27, 28, 29-30, 31A, and 31C.
(1) Modify 3101B Scope to remove Mobile Home Parks.
(b) Delete all appendices in their entirety, except for:
(1) Appendix B, - Board of Appeals, see AMC 8-2.101 (k) for modifications to the Board of
Appeals code.
(2) Appendix F – Rodent proofing in conjunction with 4.406.1 of the 2025 California Green
Building Standards.
(3) Appendix H – Signs.
(4) Appendix J discuss with PW for enforcement, see amendments below.
(5) Appendix P – Sleeping Lofts.
(6) Appendix Q – Emergency Housing: As declared by the City Manager, consistent with CA
Government Code Section 8698.
(c) Amend Section 105.1 to read as follows:
105.1 Required. Any owner or owner's authorized agent who intends to construct,
enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or
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structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any
electrical, gas, mechanical or plumbing system, or regrade, re-pave, re-surface, re-
stripe or otherwise alter a parking facility, the installation of which is regulated by this
code, or cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building
official and obtain the required permit.
(d) Add section 105.1.3 to read as follows:
105.1.3 Used Mobile Homes, Railroad Cars, and Similar Assemblies. Used mobile
homes, railroad cars, cabooses, and similar assemblies shall not be moved into or
relocated within the City limits for habitation, storage or any structural purpose
without approval of the Building Official. Said structures do not qualify as
conventional construction, and therefore compliance with all applicable codes shall
be substantiated by a California licensed architect or engineer.
(e) Amend Section 105.2 to read as follows:
105.2 Work exempt from permit. Exemptions from permit requirements of this code
shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in
violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this
jurisdiction. Permits shall not be required for the following:
Building:
(1) One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds,
playhouses and similar uses, provided the net floor use area is not greater
than 120 square feet (11 m2).
(2) Fences, other than swimming pool barriers, not over 6 feet (1,829 mm)
high.
(3) Oil derricks.
(4) Retaining walls and non-retaining walls, including masonry and concrete
free-standing walls, that are not over 4 feet (1,219 mm) in height measured
from the bottom of the footing to the top of the wall, unless supporting a
surcharge or impounding Class I, II or IIIA liquids.
(5) Water tanks supported directly on grade if the capacity is not greater than
5,000 gallons (18,925 L) and the ratio of height to diameter or width is not
greater than 2:1.
(6) Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches (762 mm) above
adjacent grade, and not over any basement or story below and are not part of
an accessible route.
(7) Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar
finish work.
(8) Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery.
(9) Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy that are
less than 24 inches (610 mm) deep, are not greater than 5,000 gallons (18,925
L) and are installed entirely above ground.
(10) Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agriculture purposes,
not including service systems.
(11) Swings and other playground equipment accessory to detached one- and
two-family dwellings.
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(12) Window awnings in Group R-3 and U Occupancies, supported by an
exterior wall that do not project more than 54 inches (1,372 mm) from the
exterior wall and do not require additional support.
(13) Non-fixed and movable fixtures, cases, racks, counters and partitions not
over 5 feet 9 inches in height.
(f) Add Section 105.2.3 to read as follows:
105.2.3 Height limitation: One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and
storage sheds, playhouses and similar uses, exempt from a building permit under
Section 105.2, shall not exceed 12 ft. in total height unless approved by the Chief
Building Official.
(g) Add Section 105.5.2 to read as follows:
105.5.2 Permit Expiration by Limitation. A building permit issued under the
provisions of this code and the adopted codes shall expire by limitation and become
null and void under the following circumstances:
(1) If the project, after the first passed inspection, has a period exceeding 180
days without a passed inspection.
(2) If two or more 180-day extensions have been granted without any passed
inspections to keep the permit active.
(3) If a new code cycle has been adopted after the issuance of two or more
180-day extensions, the Chief Building Official may determine—based on the
current stage of construction—that code updates must be submitted and
approved to proceed with the project.
Inspections applicable to keeping an issued permit active are listed in CBC section
110.3.
105.5.2.1 Expiration of Permit for Unlawful Construction: Notwithstanding any
provision of Section above, or any other provision of this chapter, if a building permit
was issued in order to bring an unpermitted structure or other unlawful, substandard,
or hazardous condition into compliance with any applicable law, or ordinance, such
permit shall expire by limitation and become null and void ninety (90) calendar days
after the date on which the permit was issued. The building official may extend the
validity of the permit for a period not exceeding ninety (90) calendar days beyond the
initial ninety (90) day limit upon written request by the applicant filed with the
building official prior to the expiration date of the original permit.
(h) Add section 105.5.3 to read as follows:
105.5.3 Expired Permits: Any permit that has exceeded more than 30 days past the
expiration date.
105.5.3.1 Reactivating an expired permit: An expired building permit may be
reactivated when all of the following conditions are met:
(1) A licensed design professional has conducted an observation of the
partially completed construction project and provided a written evaluation of
the current condition of the work completed to date.
(2) Trade-specific contractors have evaluated the previously installed
components to verify the condition and code compliance of materials and
workmanship.
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(3) Updated plans have been submitted to the City for review, incorporating
the licensed design professional’s detailed observations and reflecting
compliance with the current applicable code cycle.
(i) Amend Section 105.7 to read as follows:
105.7 Placement of permit. The building permit and approved set of plans shall be
kept on the site of the work until the completion of the project.
(j) Amend Section 109.4 to read as follows:
109.4 Work commencing before permit issuance. Any person who commences work
on a project regulated by this code before obtaining necessary permits shall be
subject to the following investigative fee:
(1) First offense: $100.00 investigative fee.
(2) Second offense: $250.00 investigative fee.
(3) Third and any consecutive offense: $500.00 investigative fee each offense.
(k) Amend Section 113 to read as follows:
Building Code Appeals Hearing Officer:
113.1 Appeal Board members. The City Manager of the City of Atascadero shall
appoint no less than three board members and no more than five members who must
be knowledgeable in building codes, regulations, and ordinances, including specialty
trades, including, but not limited to, structural engineering and combustible
materials, when necessary. In no instance shall an appeal board member be an
employee, appointed, or elected official of the City of Atascadero.
113.2. Limitations on authority. An application for appeal shall be based on a claim
that the true intent of this code or the rules legally adopted hereunder have been
incorrectly interpreted, the provisions of this code do not fully apply or an equally
good or better form or construction is proposed. The hearing officer shall have no
authority to waive requirements of this code.
113.3. Hearing procedure. Hearing procedure shall be consistent with
Title 12 Chapter 2 (12-2.09) of the Atascadero Municipal Code.
(l) Amend Appendix J as follows:
J103.3 Administration and Enforcement.
J103.3.1 Work Stoppage. Whenever the Chief Building Official / City Engineer
determines that the work does not comply with the terms of the permit or of this
Ordinance Section, they may order the immediate cessation of all work hereunder
until such corrective measures have been completed.
J103.3.2 Right of Entry. Whenever the Chief Building Official / City Engineer or
designated subordinate(s) have reasonable or probable cause to believe that there
exists accelerated erosion and/or a violation of this Ordinance Section, they may enter
such site at all reasonable times to inspect the same, to perform any duty imposed
upon them by this Ordinance Section; providing that if such premises are occupied,
they shall first present proper credentials and request entry, and if the premises are
found to be unoccupied, they shall first make a reasonable effort to locate the owner
or other person having charge or control of said premises and request entry. If such
entry is refused or the owner or person having charge or control cannot be located
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after reasonable effort, the Building Official shall have recourse to every remedy
provided by law to secure entry and abate the erosion or violation.
J103.3.3 Notification of Violation. Any person found to be in violation of the
provisions of this Ordinance Section shall be required to correct the problem upon
written notification from the Chief Building Official / City Engineer or designated
subordinate(s). Such written notification may require that certain conditions be
adhered to in the correction of the problem. These may include, but are not limited
to, the following:
(1) Use of specific erosion control techniques.
(2) Submittal of plans and specifications to be approved by the Community
Development Department, and any other department affected by such work,
prior to the commencement of corrective work.
(3) Completion of corrective work within a specified time period.
J110.3 Erosion Control. The applicant shall submit an Interim Erosion and Sediment
Control Plan. This can be incorporated on the Grading Plan and shall include the
following information:
(1) Maximum surface runoff from the site as calculated using the method
approved by the Public Works.
(2) A delineation and brief description of the surface runoff and erosion
control measures to be implemented, including, but not limited to, types and
methods of applying mulches to be used.
(3) A delineation and brief description of vegetative measures to be taken,
including but not limited to, seeding methods, the type, location and extent of
existing and undisturbed vegetation types, and a schedule for maintenance
and upkeep.
J110.4 Dust and Mud Control Measures. Contractors performing grading operations
within the City where dry conditions or wet conditions are encountered shall
adequately and effectively control dust or mud from spreading off site or onto existing
structures on site. Prior to commencement of grading operations, contractor shall
furnish details of proposed dust or mud control measures to the City Engineer for
approval. Failure to control dust or mud from grading operations shall result in
suspension of grading operations until adequate measures are in place to allow
continuance.
Chapter 3 RESIDENTIAL CODE
§ 8-3.101 Modifications to the California Residential Code.
§ 8-3.102 Applicability for remodel, renovation or repair to existing buildings
§ 8-3.103 Off-Grid applicability.
§ 8-3.104 Residential Pool Setbacks
§ 8-3.101 Modifications to the California Residential Code.
(a) Delete all appendices except for the following:
(1) Appendix AA - Board of Appeals, see AMC 8-3.101 (e)(f)(g) for modifications to
the Board of Appeals code.
(2) Appendix AB - Permit Fees, for reference only.
(3) Appendix BB - Tiny Houses, applicable to SFRs that are less than 400 sq ft.
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(i) Add section BB101.1.2 as follows:
The minimum size for a Tiny House is not to be less than 300 sq ft. It shall be
noted that a Tiny House is not an Efficiency Dwelling Unit as defined by the
California Building Code.
(ii) Add section BB101.1.3 as follows:
Use Appendix P from the 2025 California Building Code for allowances and
limitations on spaces intended for sleeping lofts.
(4) Appendix BF - Patio Covers.
(5) Appendix BH - Automatic vehicular gates.
(i) Amend Section BH101.1, General, to read as follows:
The provisions of this appendix shall govern the design and construction of
automatic vehicular gates installed on residential lots for single or two-family
dwellings. Permits are required.
(6) Appendix BJ - Strawbale Construction; for reference only.
(7) Appendix BO - Existing Buildings and Structures.
(8) Appendix CH - Private Sewage Disposal – for reference only.
(9) Appendix CI - Swimming Pool Safety Act.
(10) Add the following to Section R105.2 number (11) to read as follows:
(i) Replacement of roofing materials where the structural sheathing has not
been damaged in with a combined aggregate of 100 sq ft.
(b) Add Section R105.5.2 to read as follows:
R105.5.2 Permit Expiration by Limitation. A building permit issued under the provisions of
this code and the adopted codes shall expire by limitation and become null and void under
the following circumstances;
(1) If the project, after the first passed inspection, has a period exceeding 180 days
without a passed inspection.
(2) If two or more 180-day extensions have been granted without any passed
inspections to keep the permit active.
(3) If a new code cycle has been adopted after the issuance of two or more 180-day
extensions, the Chief Building Official may determine—based on the current stage of
construction—that code updates must be submitted and approved to proceed with
the project.
Inspections applicable to keeping an issued permit active are listed in section CRC
R109 as approved by the Chief Building Official.
R105.5.2.1 Expiration of Permit for Unlawful Construction. Notwithstanding any provision
of Section above, or any other provision of this chapter, if a building permit was issued in
order to bring an unpermitted structure or other unlawful, substandard, or hazardous
condition into compliance with any applicable law, or ordinance, such permit shall expire by
limitation and become null and void ninety (90) calendar days after the date on which the
permit was issued. The building official may extend the validity of the permit for a period not
exceeding ninety (90) calendar days beyond the initial ninety (90) day limit upon written
request by the applicant filed with the building official prior to the expiration date of the
original permit.
(c) Add Section R105.5.3 to read:
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(1) R105.5.3 Expired Permits. Any permit that has exceeded more than 30 days past
the expiration date.
(2) R105.5.3.1 Reactivating an expired permit. An expired building permit may be
reactivated when all the following conditions are met:
(i) A licensed design professional has conducted an observation of the partially
completed construction project and provided a written evaluation of the
current condition of the work completed to date.
(ii) Trade-specific contractors have evaluated the previously installed
components to verify the condition and code compliance of materials and
workmanship.
(iii) Updated plans have been submitted to the City for review, incorporating
the licensed design professional’s observations and reflecting compliance with
the current applicable code cycle.
(d) Amend Section R107.1 to include the following:
Exceptions.
(i) Extensions need not be applied for if the temporary permits were issued for
jobsite construction trailers and temporary housing during construction as
approved by the building official. This would include temporary power as
applicable.
(e) Amend Section R112.1 to read as follows: Building Code Appeals Hearing Officers.
R112.1 Building Code Appeals Hearing Officers. In order to hear and decide appeals
of orders, decisions, or determinations made by the building official relative to the
application and interpretation of the code, there shall be and is hereby created a
Building Code Appeals Hearing Officer. The Building Code Appeals Hearing Officer
shall be appointed consistent with Section 12-2.08(a) of the Atascadero Municipal
Code.
(f) Add section R112.1.1 Appeal Board members.
R112.2.2 Appeal Board members. The City Manager of the City of Atascadero shall
appoint no less than three board members and no more than five members who must
be knowledgeable in building codes, regulations, and ordinances, including specialty
trades, including, but not limited to, structural engineering and combustible
materials, when necessary. In no instance shall an appeal board member be an
employee, appointed, or elected official of the City of Atascadero.
(g) Amend Section R112.2 to read as follows: Limitations on authority.
R112.2 Limitations on authority: An application for appeal shall be based on a claim
that the true intent of this code or the rules legally adopted hereunder have been
incorrectly interpreted, the provisions of this code do not fully apply or an equally
good or better form or construction is proposed. The hearing officer shall have no
authority to waive requirements of this code.
(h) Remove section R112.3 and replace with Hearing procedure.
Hearing procedure shall be consistent with Title 12 Chapter 2 of the Atascadero
Municipal Code.
(i) R301.2 Table with Info.
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(j) Amend CRC Section R401.4.1.1.5 (Alternate Procedures) to read as follows:
(1) In lieu of obtaining a Preliminary Soils Report or Soils Investigation, the following
footing & foundation parameters can be considered.
(i) 121 SF – 450 SF = 18” depth footing/12” width
(ii) 451 SF – 750 SF = 21” depth footing/15” width
(iii) 751 SF – 1000 SF = 27” depth footing/15” width AND statement of site
suitability from a Licensed Design Professional.
(2) Over 1000 SF requires engineered footing & foundation design with an applicable
Soils Report.
(k) Add Section R401.4.1.1.5.1 to read as follows:
Detached Accessory Structures under 500 SF shall have a minimum of a 5” slab
foundation and #3 at 18” o/c OR #4 at 24” o/c. Requirements may vary depending on
whether the location is consistent with Section R403.1.7.1 & R403.1.7.2.
§ 8-3.102 Applicability for remodel, renovation or repair to existing buildings.
When the estimated value of proposed remodel, renovation or repair work to an existing
building exceeds 75% of the current valuation for a new building, all City of Atascadero
Building Construction Code (Title 8) requirements for new buildings, including, but not
limited to, an automatic fire suppression system, California Wildland Urban Interface
compliance, Title 24 energy analysis, etc., will apply.
Note: The Chief Building Official shall determine instances of natural disaster or
uncontrollable events (e.g. fire).
§ 8-3.103 Off-Grid Requirements.
(a) Electrical. See § 8-4.103.
§ 8-3.104 Residential Pool Setbacks from SFR & Property Line.
(a) Minimum Setback Requirements from dwelling unit or detached accessory structures.
(1) Surcharge conditions to be compliant with the applicable provisions from the CRC.
(2) Minimum setback shall be 5’. If additional surcharges exceed the limitations of the
adjacent structures’ foundation then additional details are required. The influence
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line is a 1:1 ratio at a 45-degree angle from the base of the structure’s footing. See
Figure R403.1.7.1.
(b) Minimum Setback Requirements from the Property Line. The minimum side setback is
12 feet unless the following conditions exist (may be reduced to no less than 5 feet):
(1) The sloping conditions of the pool cannot be permitted to create a surcharge to an
adjacent property/structure depending on descending & ascending slope setback.
(2) There are no concerns about excess drainage to adjacent properties and in no way
affects adjacent properties AND is routed to a City approved location.
(3) Setback to toe of ascending slope shall not be less than 1.5 feet and setback to top
of descending slope shall not be less than 2.5 feet.
Chapter 4 ELECTRICAL CODE
§ 8-4.101 Modifications of the California Electrical Code.
§ 8-4.102 Underground utility services.
§ 8-4.103 Installation of the electrical system for a new SFR
§ 8-4.104 SFR without a connection to the electrical utility provider
§ 8-4.101 Modifications of the California Electrical Code.
Adopt all informative annexes.
(a) Informative Annex J for informational purposes only.
(b) Amend article 100, the definition of Qualified Person, to include the information note as a
requirement to meet the intent of a Qualified Person.
§ 8-4.102 Underground utility services.
(a) All new electric, telephone, television, and other communication service connections for
all new, altered, or enlarged buildings shall be provided by underground wiring. Extension of
electric or communication distribution lines to serve such projects shall be underground
wiring.
Exceptions:
(1) Replacement or relocation of electric service equipment served by existing
overhead wiring.
(2) Where determined by the Chief Building Official to be impractical or infeasible
within the standards and practices of the utility or other companies providing such
services.
(3) Where the utility or other company's distribution system is underground, the
service lines shall terminate at a connection point designated by the utility company.
Where the utility or other company's distribution is overhead, the service lines shall
terminate as a pole riser on a pole designated by the utility company.
(b) Definitions
Impractical: Unreasonably difficult due to a utility cost that is disproportionate to permitted
construction valuation cost
Infeasible: Infeasible due to structural constraints and physical site limitations
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§ 8-4.103 Installation of a complete electrical system for a new single-family residence.
If a property owner intends to install the electrical system for a new single-family residence (SFR)
but is not a licensed C-10 electrical contractor, nor has completed the required number of on-the-
job hours to qualify for the Electrician Trainee (ET) program to take either the general or residential
electrician certification exam through the Division of Industrial Relations Department, then electrical
plans designed by a licensed electrical engineer will be required. The plans will need to be specific
enough to ensure that the person performing the work can ensure code compliance with the 2025
CEC.
§ 8-4.104 SFR without a connection to the electrical utility provider.
An SFR (Single-Family Residence) can be considered electrically off-grid when all of the following
conditions are met:
(a) Infrastructure is installed without conductors for interconnection to the utility grid.
(b) The electrical system is designed by a licensed electrical engineer, including all applicable
load and system calculations.
(c) A backup generator is installed, sized appropriately according to the requirements set by
the electrical engineer.
(d) A properly sized photovoltaic (PV) system and energy storage system (ESS) are installed
to meet the residence’s energy needs.
Chapter 5 PLUMBING CODE
§ 8-5.101 Modifications of the California Plumbing Code.
§ 8-5.101 Modifications of the California Plumbing Code.
(a) Delete all appendices except for the following:
(1) Appendix A: Recommended Rules for Sizing the Water Supply System.
(2) Appendix G: Sizing of Venting Systems.
(3) Appendix H: For reference
(4) Appendix K: Portable Rainwater Catchment Systems.
(5) Appendix R: Tiny Houses.
(6) The 2022 TCNA for the purpose of reference only.
(b) Add Section 712.3.1. to read as follows: Air Test Additional requirements.
712.3.1 Air Test Requirements. If piping, other than plastic noted in CPC section
712.1, is to be placed under an air test, the manufacturer listing installation
specification for the air test must be provided at the time of inspection.
(c) Amend Section 719.1 to read as follows:
719.1. A cleanout shall be placed in every building sewer within five feet of each
building, at all changes in alignment or grade in excess of 135 degrees, within five feet
of the junction with the public sewer, and at intervals not to exceed 100 feet in
straight runs. The cleanout shall be made by inserting a "Y" fitting in the line and
fitting the cleanout in the "Y" branch in an approved manner. In the case of a
cleanout near the junction of the public sewer, the "Y" branch riser shall be extended
to a depth of not more than one foot. All other cleanouts shall be extended to finish
grade.
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Chapter 6 MECHANICAL CODE
§ 8-6.101 Modifications to the California Mechanical Code.
§ 8-6.101 Modifications to the California Mechanical Code.
Delete all appendices except for Appendix A.
(a) Appendix A: Residential Plans Examiner Review Form for HVAC System Design.
Chapter 7 GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS
§ 8-7.101 Modifications to the Green Buildings Standard Code.
§ 8-7.101 Modifications to the Green Buildings Standard Code. Appendices used for reference only.
Chapter 8 ENERGY CODE
§ 8-8.101 Modifications to the California Energy Code.
§ 8-8.102 Definitions.
§ 8-8.103 Climate Zone Information.
§ 8-8.101 Modifications to the California Energy Code.
(a) Adopt Appendix 1-A Standards and Documents Referenced in the Energy Code.
(b) Appendix 1-B Energy Commission Documents Incorporated by Reference in their Entirety -
For Reference Only.
§ 8-8.102 Definitions. Amend the definitions below to read as follows:
(a) Unconditioned Space: Enclosed space within a building that is not directly conditioned or
indirectly conditioned and that can be considered an occupiable space.
(b) Context: As stated in Webster's Third New International Dictionary of the English
Language:
(1) The parts of a discourse that surround a word or passage and can throw light on its
meaning.
(2) The interrelated conditions in which something exists or occurs.
The purpose of this definition is to help explain the following:
Section 100.1 Definitions and Rules of Construction
Rule 1. Where the context requires, the singular includes the plural and the plural
includes the singular.
§ 8-8.103 Climate Zone Information
The City of Atascadero is located in California Building Climate Zone 4.
Chapter 9 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE
§ 8-9.101 Modifications to the International Property Maintenance Code.
§ 8-9.102 Definitions.
§ 8-9.101 Modifications to the International Property Maintenance Code.
(a) Delete all appendices.
(b) Change the following referenced codes to the updated applicable code referenced.
(1) International Building Code to 2025 California Building Code.
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(2) International Residential Code to 2025 California Residential Code.
(3) International Mechanical Code to 2025 California Mechanical Code.
(4) International Plumbing Code to 2025 California Plumbing Code.
(5) National Electrical Code to 2025 California Electrical Code.
(6) International Fire Code to 2025 California Fire Code.
(7) International Energy Conservation Code to 2025 California Energy Code.
(8) International Green Construction Code to 2025 California Green Building
Standards Code.
(9) International Zoning Code to Atascadero Municipal Code.
(10) International Fuel Gas Code to Applicable 2025 California Code.
(c) Amend Section 107.1 to read as follows:
107.1 Unlawful acts. It is hereby declared to be unlawful and a public nuisance for
any person, firm or corporation to erect, construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move,
improve, remove, convert or demolish, equip, use, occupy or maintain any premise,
building, structure or building service equipment, or cause or permit the same to be
done in violation of this code or the technical codes.
(d) Amend Section 109.1 to read as follows:
109.1 Unsafe Conditions: When a structure or equipment is found by the code official
to be unsafe, or when a structure is found unfit for human occupancy, or is found
unlawful, such structure shall be posted in accordance with this section and declared
to be a public nuisance and the violations shall be abated by repair, rehabilitation,
demolition or removal pursuant to the provisions of this code.
(e) Amend Section 302.3 to read as follows:
302.3 Sidewalks and Driveways: Sidewalks, walkways, stairs, driveways, parking
spaces and similar areas shall be kept in a proper state of repair and maintained free
from hazardous conditions. The owner of any building, lot or premises within the city
shall maintain the sidewalks and/or walkways located upon such premises that are
accessible to the general public and the public sidewalks between such premises and
any adjacent public street or alley in a clean, safe and sanitary condition.
Maintenance shall include the removal and proper disposal, by methods approved by
the City, of any dangerous, unsightly and unsanitary conditions such as accumulations
of garbage, refuse, rubbish, litter, dirt, gum or other substances or items, which have
been placed, dropped or spilled upon the sidewalks. Where said unsightly or
unsanitary conditions have been created or caused by the owner of such building, lot
or premises, whether upon the sidewalks and/or walkways located upon his premises
or the public sidewalks between such premises and any adjacent public street or alley,
or the sidewalks adjacent to buildings, lots or premises in the vicinity, the owner shall
immediately restore the sidewalks and/or walkways to a clean, safe and sanitary
condition.
(f) Amend Section 404.6 to read as follows:
404.6 Efficiency unit: When allowed within the Atascadero City limits, and a minimum
of 190 sq ft of habitable space is provided, efficiency dwelling shall also comply with
the following.
1. The unit shall be provided with a kitchen sink, cooking appliance and refrigeration
facilities, each having a minimum clear working space of 30 inches in front. Light and
ventilation conforming to this code shall be provided.
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2. The unit shall be provided with a separate bathroom containing a water closet,
lavatory and bathtub or shower.
3. The maximum number of occupants shall be three.
(g) Amend Section 704.6.2 to reads as follows:
Where more than one smoke alarm is required to be installed within an individual
dwelling unit or sleeping unit in Group R occupancies, the smoke alarms shall be
interconnected in such a manner that the activation of one alarm will activate all of
the alarms in the individual unit. Physical interconnection of smoke alarms shall not
be required where listed wireless alarms are installed and all alarms sound upon
activation of one alarm. The alarm shall be clearly audible in all bedrooms over
background noise levels with all intervening doors closed.
§ 8-9.102 Definitions.
The following definitions will be included with Chapter 2 of the International Property Maintenance
Code:
Safety Assessment.
A visual, nondestructive examination of a building or structure for the purpose of determining the
condition for continued use.
Chapter 10 WATER EFFICIENT LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION
§ 8-10.101 Purpose.
§ 8-10.102 Adoption of Code.
§ 8-10.103 Water Efficient Landscape and Irrigation requirements.
§ 8-10.101 Purpose.
Consistent with California State law, it is the purpose of this chapter to:
(a) Promote the values and benefits of landscapes that integrate and go beyond the
conservation and efficient use of water.
(b) Establish a structure for planning, designing, installing, maintaining, and managing water
efficient landscapes in new construction and rehabilitated projects by encouraging the use of
a watershed approach that required cross-sector collaboration of industry, government and
property owners to achieve the many benefits possible.
(c) Establish provisions for water management practices and water wise prevention for
existing landscapes.
(d) Use water efficiently without waste by setting a maximum applied water allowance as an
upper limit for water use and reduce water use to the lowest practical amount.
§ 8-10.102 Adoption of Code.
The administration and enforcement of this chapter shall be in accordance with Sections 490
through 495 of Title 23, Division 2, Chapter 2.7 of the California Code of Regulations.
§ 8-10.103 Water Efficient Landscape and Irrigation requirements.
This section is intended to comply with the State's Model Water Efficiency Landscape Ordinance, and
standards found in 23 CCR, Division 2, Chapter 2.7.
(a) Property owners or their building or landscape designers, including anyone requiring a
building or planning permit, plan check, or landscape design review from the City, who are
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constructing a new (single-family, multifamily, public, institutional, or commercial) project
with a landscape requirement area greater than 500 square feet, or rehabilitating an existing
landscape under City review jurisdiction with a total landscape area greater than 2,500
square feet, shall comply with Section 492.6(a)(3)(B), (C), (D), and (G) of the MWELO,
including sections related to use of compost and mulch as delineated in this chapter.
(b) Property owners or their building or landscape designers that meet the threshold for
MWELO compliance outlined in subsection (a) above shall:
(1) Comply with Section 492.6(a)(3)(B), (C), (D), and (G) of the MWELO, which requires
the submittal of a landscape design plan with a soil preparation, mulch, and
amendments section to include the following:
(i) For landscape installations, compost at a rate of a minimum of four cubic
yards per 1,000 square feet of permeable area shall be incorporated to a
depth of six inches into the soil. Soils with greater than 6% organic matter in
the top six inches of soil are exempt from adding compost and tilling.
(ii) For landscape installations, a minimum three inch layer of mulch shall be
applied on all exposed soil surfaces of planting areas except in turf areas,
creeping or rooting groundcovers, or direct seeding applications where mulch
is contraindicated. To provide habitat for beneficial insects and other wildlife
up to 5% of the landscape area may be left without mulch. Designated insect
habitat must be included in the landscape design plan as such.
(iii) Organic mulch materials made from recycled or post-consumer materials
shall take precedence over inorganic materials or virgin forest products unless
the recycled post-consumer organic products are not locally available. Organic
mulches are not required where prohibited by local fuel modification plan
guidelines or other applicable local ordinances.
(2) The MWELO compliance items listed in this section are not an inclusive list of
MWELO requirements; therefore, property owners or their building or landscape
designers that meet the threshold for MWELO compliance outlined in this chapter
shall consult the full MWELO for all requirements.
(c) If, after the adoption of this chapter, the California Department of Water Resources, or its
successor agency, amends 23 CCR, Division 2, Chapter 2.7, Section 492.6(a)(3)(B), (C), (D),
and (G) of the MWWELO September 15, 2015 requirements in a manner that requires City to
incorporate the requirements of an updated MWELO in a local ordinance, and the amended
requirements include provisions more stringent than those required in this section, the
revised requirements of 23 CCR, Division 2, Chapter 2.7 shall be enforced.
Chapter 11 EXISTING BUILDING CODE
§ 8-11.101 Intent and Applicability.
§ 8-11.102 Modifications to the California Existing Building Code.
8-11.101 Intent and Applicability.
Intent: This document, for reference, is intended to provide flexible and alternative
building regulations for the rehabilitation, preservation, restoration, or relocation of
designated historic buildings. It permits the use of alternative methods and approaches
to achieve compliance with minimum requirements while ensuring a reasonable level of
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safety, health, property protection, and general welfare. These considerations apply
specifically to the repair, alteration, change of occupancy, addition, and relocation of
existing buildings.
Applicability: If referenced design criteria are used in the preparation of construction
documents in accordance with the California Building Code (CBC) for the repair,
alteration, change of occupancy, addition, or relocation of an existing building, such
design criteria must be prepared or approved by a licensed design professional registered
in the State of California.
§ 8-11.102 Modifications to the California Existing Building Code.
(a) Omit chapters 3A, 4A, 5A, 12 and 13.
(b) Omit Appendix B, C, D.
(c) Appendix A Chapters A1-A5 for reference only.
(1) Appendix A1 - Seismic Strengthening Provisions for Unreinforced Masonry Bearing
Wall Buildings
(2) Appendix A2 - Earthquake Hazard Reduction in Existing Reinforced Concrete and
Reinforced Masonry Wall Buildings with Flexible Diaphragms
(3) Appendix A3 - Prescriptive Provisions for Seismic Strengthening of Cripple Walls
and Sill Plate Anchorage of Light, Wood-Frame Residential Buildings
(4) Appendix A4 - Earthquake Risk Reduction in Wood-Frame Residential Buildings
with Soft, Weak or Open Front Walls
(5) Appendix A5 - Referenced Standards
Chapter 12 POST-DISASTER REGULATIONS
§ 8-12.101 Intent.
§ 8-12.102 Application of provisions.
§ 8-12.103 Definitions.
§ 8-12.104 Repair Criteria
§ 8-12.105 Placards.
§ 8-12.101 Intent.
This chapter establishes standard placards to be used to indicate the condition of a structure for
continued occupancy following an earthquake or other destructive event. The chapter further
authorizes the Chief Building Official and representatives to post the appropriate placard at each
entry to a building or structure upon completion of a safety assessment.
§ 8-12.102 Application of provisions.
The provisions of this chapter are applicable to all buildings and structures of all occupancies
regulated by the City of Atascadero following each destructive event. The City Council may extend
the provisions as necessary.
8-12.103 Definitions.
For the purpose of this article and where else applicable:
ARCHITECT: An individual licensed by the state of California to practice architecture as
defined in the California Business and Professions Code.
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CIVIL ENGINEER: An individual registered by the state of California to practice civil
engineering as defined in the California Business and Professions Code.
CURRENT CODE: The City of Atascadero Building Code, as set forth in 8-1.103 of this title,
that is in effect at the time an application for a building permit to repair damage caused by a
disaster.
ENGINEERING EVALUATION: An evaluation of a damaged building or structure, or suspected
damaged building or structure, performed under the direction of a structural engineer, civil
engineer or architect retained by the owner of a building or structure. An engineering
evaluation shall, at the minimum, contain recommendations for repair with an appropriate
opinion of construction cost for repair.
EVENT: Any occurrence which results in the declaration of an emergency by City Council, and
shall include, but not be limited to, fires, windstorms, earthquakes, and floods
REPLACEMENT VALUE: The cost, as determined by the applicable licensed design
professional and the Building Official, of replacing the damaged structure with a new
structure of the same size, construction material, and occupancy on the same site.
STRUCTURAL ENGINEER: An individual registered by the state of California to practice civil
engineering and to use the title "structural engineer" as authorized in the California Business
and Professions Code.
VALUE OF REPAIR: The cost, as determined by the applicable licensed design professional
and the Building Official, of making necessary repairs to a damaged structure.
§ 8-12.104 Repair Criteria
Except as otherwise specifically provided in this article, buildings and structures of all occupancies
which have been damaged as a result of a disaster for which a local emergency has been declared
shall be repaired in accordance with the following criteria:
(a) Except as provided in subsection B of this section, if the estimated value of repair is less
than fifty percent (50%) of the replacement value of the building or structure, then the
damaged elements, as well as all critical ties, elements that support the damaged elements
and elements that are supported by the damaged elements, shall be repaired and/or brought
into conformance with the structural requirements of the current code.
(b) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection A of this section, if the estimated value of
repair does not exceed ten percent (10%) of the replacement value of the building or
structure, then the damaged elements may be repaired to their pre-disaster condition if the
Chief Building Official determines, after review of an engineering evaluation, that repair to
their pre-disaster condition will not create an unreasonable risk of injury to occupants of the
building or structure, adjacent properties, pedestrians or other members of the public.
(1) However, when the damaged elements include suspended ceiling systems, the
ceiling systems shall be repaired and all bracing required by the current code shall be
installed.
(c) If the estimated value of repair equals or exceeds fifty percent (50%) of the replacement
value of the building or structure, then the entire building or structure shall be brought into
conformance with the structural requirements of the current code.
§ 8-12.105 Placards.
Placards are those identified in Section 8-1.107 of this code.
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CITY OF ATASCADERO
CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT Item D6
TO: JAMES R. LEWIS, CITY MANAGER
FROM: DAN SUTTLES, POLICE CHIEF
PREPARED BY: DAN SUTTLES, POLICE CHIEF
SUBJECT: Fiscal Years 2026-30 Animal Control Services Agreement
RECOMMENDATION:
Authorize the City Manager to execute a five-year agreement with the County of San Luis Obispo
for the continued provision of Animal Care and Control Services for the period of July 1, 2025, to
June 30, 2030, in the amount of $396,974 for the first year, with annual adjustments thereafter.
DISCUSSION:
The City contracts with the County of San Luis Obispo for the provision of Animal Care and Control
Services for the following:
1. Shelter Services, including:
a. Maintaining an animal shelter where stray, owner-surrendered, confiscated,
quarantined or impounded pets are received and provided with appropriate care.
b. Providing services to allow sheltered animals to be returned, adopted or
humanely euthanized.
2. Field Services, including:
a. Receiving and responding to public calls for service related to animal
management.
b. Providing necessary medical treatment and emergency care of domestic animals
when necessary.
c. Investigating animal bite reports.
3. Provide reporting to the City on a bi-annual basis
4. Participate collaboratively with the City regarding matters impacting the provision of
animal care and control services.
The Police Department administers the contract on behalf of the City. Although the current
contract expired on June 30, 2025, the County agreed to continue providing services to each City
while further development and adoption of the new contract continued. Department staff
received the County’s final draft of the contract on June 16th, 2025. Additionally, the County
initiated a change to the term of the contract from three years to five years. The main reason for
this change was to reduce staff time related to contract renewals that contain consistent scope
and terms.
Department: Police
Department
Date: 02 /24/2026
Placement: Consent
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HOW COSTS ARE DETERMINED
The County uses a service-based methodology to determine contract costs for all cities. This
methodology is based on Field Service and Licensing. In general, contract costs are calculated by
determining the average percentage of service allocated to each city over the preceding three
years for each facet of operations and multiplying this percentage against the Animal Services
operational budgeted expenses. The average annual revenue generated from licensing fees or
fines by each city over the preceding three years is applied against a city’s total service cost. Based
on this methodology, costs may increase or decrease depending on the calculation. cost.
Each city (with the exception of Atascadero) experienced an increase in cost for FY 2025-26. Per
the County, in addition to using service-based methodology, the following factors also contributed
to the increases:
1. Overall inflationary pressures associated with County expenses, including:
a. Significant increases in liability insurance costs
b. Increased overhead expense assessments
c. Moderate cost increases for fleet services (vehicle maintenance and repair, fuel,
etc.)
d. Increased costs for animal feed and veterinary services. This derives in part from
significant increases in the actual cost of veterinary services generally coupled
with higher levels of animal intake and shelter populations which results in
increased need for those services.
2. New landscaping contract for grounds services at the animal shelter, this labor having
previously been performed by County Parks employees.
3. Hiring additional shelter personnel to perform duties previously performed by County
Jail inmates. As a result of some program changes at the jail, inmates were no longer able
to work in the shelter, which resulted in the need to hire personnel.
SCOPE OF SERVICES
The proposed contract provides for the delivery of Animal Care and Control services to the City
of Atascadero for five years, through June 30, 2030. Services include (as outlined in Exhibit A of
Attachment 1), but are not limited to:
1. Sheltering Services - Provide shelter services in accordance with state regulations, local
ordinances, and policies governing the humane treatment of animals.
2. Field Services - Receive and respond to public calls for service related to alleged
violations of local or state codes pertaining to the care, keeping, treatment, and
management of animals.
3. Reporting - Provide to the City bi-annual service activity and financial reports reflecting
field services, licensing and shelter operations.
4. Collaboration – Participate collaboratively with the City regarding matters impacting the
provision of animal care and control services.
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The County will also develop performance benchmarks and communicate those quarterly on
topics including cost of services per city, number of full-time equivalent positions within Animal
Services over time, GIS heat maps with calls for service over a period of time, average response
times, percentage of animals licensed per city, and other data points.
ALTERNATIVES TO STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
The Council could choose not to approve this new contract with County Animal Services. This
would restrict the City’s ability to provide these types of services to the community, many of
which are required by law and would likely necessitate the City creating and funding its own
animal control program.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The annual cost of the Agreement will start at $396,974 in fiscal year 2025-26, with annual
adjustments to this amount each subsequent year. Fiscal years 2025-26 and 2026-27 include
budgeted General Funds for this Agreement.
REVIEWED BY OTHERS:
This item has been reviewed by the City Attorney and the Director of Administrative Services.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED FOR COUNCIL AGENDA
James R. Lewis, City Manager
ATTACHMENT:
1. Fiscal Years 2026-30 Agreement with County of San Luis Obispo for Animal Care and
Control Services
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CONTRACT FOR
ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL SERVICES
THIS CONTRACT, entered into by and between the County of San Luis Obispo, a
public entity in the State of California, (“County”) and, the City of Atascadero, an
incorporated city in the State of California, (“City”).
RECITALS
WHEREAS, County has established the Division of Animal Services to provide animal
care and control functions including the enforcement of the ordinances of San Luis Obispo
County Code Title 9 and of California state codes pertaining to the care, keeping, and
management of animals; and
WHEREAS, County through Animal Services, maintains and operates an animal
shelter and a humane education program; and
WHEREAS, City is desirous of contracting with County for the provision of such
services;
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the covenants, conditions agreements and
stipulations set fourth herein, the parties hereby agree that to the following terms and
conditions.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. Exhibits. The contract consists of the terms and conditions as set forth in the
following exhibits:
a. Exhibit A – Scope of Services
b. Exhibit B – Compensation
c. Exhibit C – Duration of Contract
d. Exhibit D – General Conditions
2. Notices. Notices required in this contract shall be provided to:
COUNTY: CITY:
Eric Anderson, DVM Dan Suttles
Animal Services Manager Chief of Police
865 Oklahoma Ave. 5505 El Camino Real
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 Atascadero, CA 93422
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, County and Contractor have executed this Contract on the
day and year set forth below.
COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO CITY OF ATASCADERO
By: By:
Chairperson of the Board of
Supervisors
Jim Lewis / City Manager
Date: Date:
ATTEST:
MATT PONTES
Ex-Officio Clerk of the Board of
Supervisors
By: ________________________________________
Deputy Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGAL
EFFECT:
JON ANSOLABEHERE
County Counsel
Deputy County Counsel
Dated: February 18, 2026
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CONTRACT FOR
ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL SERVICES
EXHIBIT A – SCOPTE OF SERVICES
1) County Obligations. The County shall perform the following duties:
a) Shelter Services
i) Maintain, or cause to be maintained, an animal shelter whereat stray, owner
surrendered, confiscated, quarantined and custodially impounded household
pets are received and provided with appropriate care, housing, and shelter
services in accordance with state regulations, local ordinances, and policies
governing the humane treatment of such animals.
ii) Provide services allowing sheltered animals to be returned to their owners,
adopted into new homes, or to be humanely euthanized.
iii) Provide for the receipt and publication of lost and found animal reports.
iv) Provide services for the humane euthanasia of household pets and for the
disposal of their remains.
b) Field Services
i) Receive and respond to public calls for service related to alleged violations of
local or state codes pertaining to the care, keeping, treatment, and management
of animals.
ii) Provide for the response to any of the following circumstances 24 hours a day,
seven days a week:
(1) Domestic animals posing an active and present threat to public safety
(2) Domestic animals which are severely injured, sick, or in eminent risk and
whose owner is unknown or unavailable.
(3) Domestic or wild animals demonstrating signs of possible rabies infection.
(4) Calls for assistance from law enforcement or emergency response
personnel.
(5) Reported animal bites where the animal remains in the area unconfined and
whose owner is unknown or unavailable.
(6) Loose livestock roaming on roadways or other public areas.
iii) Provide for the response to any of the following during Animal Services' normal
business hours:
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(1) Pick-up and impoundment of unlimited numbers of stray confined domestic
animals.
(2) Pick-up and disposal of unlimited numbers of dead domestic animals from
roadways, parks, and other public areas.
(3) Pick up and transfer to shelter of owned animals for surrender or
euthanasia.
(4) Pick up of dead owned animals for disposal.
iv) Provide for the necessary medical treatment and emergency care for domestic
animals picked up by Animal Services personnel and for those domestic animals
presented directly to veterinarians by private citizens and emergency response
personnel.
v) Provide for the receipt, processing and investigation of animal bite reports as
well as the subsequent quarantine of animals in accordance with state codes
pertaining to rabies control.
vi) In the event that an animal responsible for causing serious bodily injury (as
defined by Penal Code 243(f)(4)) or death to a person dies in the custody of, or is
euthanized by, Animal Services, County shall preserve the bodily remains of that
animal until such time as City has been consulted and approves of their disposal.
Nothing in this requirement shall be interpreted to prevent Animal Services from
collecting and processing any tissue or body samples required to comply with
legally mandated rabies testing requirements or other public health needs.
vii) Request assistance from the San Luis Obispo County District Attorney's Office
Bureau of Investigations when an animal bite results in significant injury causing
death or likely to cause death or in any case Animal Services believes may
require significant criminal investigation beyond the experience of Animal
Services Officers.
viii) Receive and respond to reports of animals, domestic or wild, which are
suspected to be rabid or to have been exposed to rabies infection and attempt
to affect their capture. Captured animals will be processed in accordance with
state codes pertaining to rabies control.
ix) Receive and process all applications related to the keeping and sale of
household pets; inspect and regulate permitted operations in accordance with
local and state codes.
x) Provide for the recording, investigation, administrative hearings, and issuance of
findings and orders related to animal nuisances, animal seizures or
confiscations, and dangerous or vicious animals. Nuisances which remain
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unresolved following the issuance of an abatement order will be processed to
court through the District Attorney’s office.
xi) Assist in the preparation and filing of court documents related to the civil and/or
criminal prosecution of cases involving violation of municipal codes pertaining to
the care, treatment, and keeping of domestic animals.
xii) Provide for the preparation, filing and civil or criminal prosecution of cases
involving violations of California state codes pertaining to the care, treatment,
and keeping of domestic animals.
c) Reporting: Provide to the City bi-annual service activity and financial reports
reflecting field services, licensing, and shelter operations, programs. Reports will
detail this information for both the individual quarter and year-to-date.
d) Collaboration: Participate collaboratively with the City regarding matters impacting
the provision of animal care and control services. County shall not append or
modify the provisions of Title 9 of the San Luis Obispo County Code without having
first consulted with the City.
2) City Obligations. The City shall perform the following duties:
a) Ordinance Conformity: City shall adopt by reference Title 9 of the San Luis Obispo
County Code.
i) In the event that City does not desire to incorporate specific provisions of Title 9,
those provisions may be individually exempted from adoption.
ii) In the event that City desires to incorporate additional provisions related to the
care and keeping of animals which are not established by Title 9, those
provisions may be added and individually specified within City’s municipal code.
Animal Services will not be responsible for enforcing any added provisions which
are substantially outside of the Animal Service Division’s normal scope of
operations.
b) City shall immediately notify the County upon determining that any animal in the
custody of Animal Services is believed to have caused serious bodily injury (as
defined by Penal Code 243(f)(4)) or death to a person and request that the body of
that animal be preserved in the event that it dies or is euthanized while in custody.
c) Assistance: Provide such assistance and support to Animal Services personnel as
may be reasonably necessary to safely and effectively execute the operations
required by this contract within the City limits.
d) Collaboration: Participate collaboratively with the County regarding matters
impacting the provision of animal care and control services. City shall not append or
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modify the provisions of its municipal code related to animal care and control
without having first consulted with County.
3) Animal Care and Control Coordination Group: The County and City agree that Animal
Services is a shared interest of all parties and that all participating jurisdictions will
share in the cost and revenue generated based on actual costs and fees generated in
each jurisdiction. Further, policy-setting, procedural changes and ordinance
development will happen in a collaborative manner, with all participating jurisdictions
having input into the best way to conduct these services in San Luis Obispo County.
a) To coordinate efforts, the participating jurisdictions, including the City and County
agree to meet and confer periodically to discuss current issues as they relate to the
fiscal and practical application of this contract, along with other potential items
identified by the group. Such meetings shall be coordinated by the County Animal
Services Manager from time to time as necessary, but no less than twice yearly.
4) As part of this commitment, the County agrees to develop performance benchmarks and
communicate them quarterly to the group on the following:
a) Cost of Services/per Capita (by City) overtime.
b) Cost of services/per City over time.
c) Number of Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) positions within Animal Control over time.
d) Number of field FTE within Animal Control over time.
e) Geographical Information Service (GIS) heat maps of calls for service over time by
City (requested development from County IT Department, maps to be provided
when available).
f) Average response times for priority calls over time by City.
g) Percentage of animals licensed by the City over time.
h) Other data points charted out over time that were used to spread out the Animal
Shelter costs.
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CONTRACT FOR
ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL SERVICES
EXHIBIT B – COMPENSATION
1) First Year Service Fee: The City agrees to pay to the County the amount of $396,974 for
services provided under this Contract during the first year of service.
2) Subsequent Years’ Service Fee: The County shall compute on an annual basis a service
fee assessed to the City for services provided under this Contract.
3) Timing of Service Fee: The County shall calculate annual service fees and provide them to
the City prior to April 15th of each year, with service fees becoming effective on July 1st
of that year. No further action by either party is necessary to implement new fees in
subsequent years.
4) Service Fee Methodology: The County shall use a service-based methodology for
determining city service fees. The service-based methodology shall be based on three
key facets of Animal Services' operations:
• Field Service
• Shelter Services
• Licensing & Permits
a) Determination of Cost of Service - The cost of providing services to the City will be
calculated by determining the average percentage of service allocated to the City
over the preceding three years for each of the three facets of operations and
multiplying this percentage against Animal Services operational budgeted expense
for each facet. Combined, this then represents the City's total service cost in
proportion to the County and all other contracting parties.
b) Credit for Fees - The average annual revenue generated from fees or fines assessed
directly to residents of the City by Animal Services over the preceding three years
will be applied against the City's total service cost.
c) Determination of Service Fee - The fee assessed to the City for provision of services
outlined in this contract shall be determined by subtracting the average revenue as
determined by item 4b of this exhibit from the average cost of service as
determined by item 4a of this exhibit.
5) Billing: County shall bill City for contracted services in quarterly increments. City shall
remit payment to the County within thirty (30) days of receipt of billing.
6) Year End Variance – In the event that Animal Services’ net operational costs for any fiscal
year are less than projected in the calculation of the service fee methodology (Item 4 of
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this exhibit), the City’s proportionate share of that savings shall be applied as a credit
against the calculated service fee for the subsequent fiscal year.
In the event that Animal Services net operational costs for any fiscal year exceed
projections in the calculation of the service fee methodology (Item 4 of this exhibit), the
City’s proportionate share of the overage shall be added to the calculated service fee
for the subsequent fiscal year.
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CONTRACT FOR
ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL SERVICES
EXHIBIT C – DURATION
1) Effective Date: This contract shall be effective July 1, 2025, or fifteen (15) days following
of the date of the signature of the County, whichever is later. The County shall be the
last to sign this contract.
2) Service Date: City and County acknowledge that the services provided under this
contract are a continuation of those established during the preceding contract term
and that these services may have been provided continually and without interruption
between July 1, 2025, and the date of execution by the County in order to ensure the
interest of public service.
a) Both City and County expressly and retroactively authorize the provision of these
services.
b) For the purposes of billing and determination of the First Year Service Fee as
provided in Exhibit B, the first year of service will be presumed to have begun on
July 1, 2025.
3) Duration: The term of this Contract shall expire June 30, 2030, unless terminated sooner
as provided in Exhibit D.
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CONTRACT FOR
ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL SERVICES
EXHIBIT D – GENERAL CONDITIONS
1) Termination: Either party may terminate this contract at any time by giving the other
party thirty (30) days written notice of termination. Termination for convenience shall
have no effect upon the rights and obligations of the parties arising out of any services
provided occurring prior to the effective date of such termination. County shall be paid
for all work satisfactorily completed prior to the effective date of termination. In the
event that the contract is terminated prior to the conclusion of a quarterly billing cycle,
the City shall remit to the County a prorated amount based upon the number of days of
service relative to the total number of days in the billing cycle.
2) Indemnification: Nothing in the provisions of this Contract is intended to create duties or
obligations to, or rights in third parties not party to this contract or affect the legal
liability of either party to contract, by imposing any standard of care respecting the
regulation and enforcement of laws regarding animals different from the standard of
care imposed by law.
a) It is understood and agreed that neither City, nor any officer or employee thereof is
responsible for any damage or liability occurring by reason of anything done or
omitted to be done by the County under or in connection with any work, authority
or jurisdiction delegated to the County under this Contract. It is also understood and
agreed that pursuant to Government Code 895.4, County shall defend, indemnify
and save harmless the City, all officers, and employees from all claims, suits or
actions of every name, kind, and description brought forth or on account of injuries
or death of any person or damage to property resulting from anything done or
omitted to be done by the County under this Contract except as otherwise provided
by Statute.
b) It is understood and agreed that neither County nor any officer or employee
thereof, is responsible for any damage or liability occurring by reason of anything
done or omitted to be done by the City under or in connection with any work,
authority or jurisdiction delegated to the City under this Contract. It is also
understood and agreed that pursuant to Government Code Section 895.4, the City
shall defend, indemnify and save harmless the County, all officers and employees
from all claims, suits or actions of every name, kind and description brought forth
on account of injuries or death of any person or damage to property resulting from
anything done or omitted to be done by City under connection with any work,
authority or jurisdiction delegated to the City under this Agreement except as
otherwise provided by Statute.
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3) Notices: Any notice, payment, statement, or demand required or permitted to be given
hereunder by either party to the other shall be affected by personal delivery in writing
or by mail, postage prepaid. Mailed notices shall be addressed to the parties at the
addresses appearing below, but each party may change its address by written notice in
accordance with this section. Mailed notices shall be deemed communicated as of three
days after mailing.
COUNTY CITY
Eric Anderson, DVM Dan Suttles
Animal Services Manager Chief of Police
865 Oklahoma Ave. 5505 El Camino Real
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 Atascadero, CA 93422
4) Status of the Parties' Officers/Employees/Agents: Neither party’s officers, employees,
agents, partners, other contractors or subcontractors shall be deemed to be employees
of the other party at any time. Nothing in this contract shall be construed as creating a
civil service employer - employee relationship or a joint venture relationship. No officer,
employee, agent, partner, other contractor or subcontractor of the other party shall be
eligible for membership in or receive benefits from any plan for hospital, surgical, or
medical insurance, or be eligible for membership in any retirement program, paid
vacation, paid sick leave, other leave, with or without pay, collective bargaining rights,
grievance procedures, appeals to the Civil Service Commission or any other benefits
which inures to or accrues to an employee of the other party. The only performance
and rights due the other party are those specifically stated in this contract.
5) Governing Law and Venue: This Contract shall be governed by and construed in
accordance with the laws of the State of California. Additionally, this contract has been
formed and shall be performed in San Luis Obispo County; the venue for any legal
action on the contract shall be in San Luis Obispo County.
6) Entire Agreement: This Contract embodies the complete agreement of the parties
hereto, superseding all oral or written previous and contemporary agreements
between the parties relating to matters herein; and except as otherwise provided
herein, cannot be modified without the prior written agreement of the parties.
7) Severability: In case any one or more of the provisions contained in this Contract shall
for any reason be held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable in any respect, such
invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability shall not affect any other provision thereof and
this Contract shall be considered as if such invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision
had never been contained in this Contract.
8) Successors and Assigns: This Contract shall be binding upon and insure to the benefit of
the parties hereto and their respective heirs, executors, administrators, successors and,
except as otherwise provided in this Contract, their assigns.
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9) Captions: The captions to the various clauses of this Contract are for information
purposes only and shall not alter the substance of the terms and conditions of this
Contract.
10) Authorization: Each of the parties represents and warrants to the other that this
Contract has been duly authorized by all necessary corporate or governmental action
on the part of the representing party and that this Contract is fully binding on such
party.
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Date:
Subject of Meeting:
February 24, 2026
Zoning Change and Conditional Use Permit USE25-0069
Chick-Fil-A
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION – PUBLIC HEARING
ATASCADERO CITY COUNCIL
02/24/26 | Item G1 | Notice of Cancellation
The public hearing originally scheduled for February 24, 2026 has been cancelled
and has been rescheduled to the March 24, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting.
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CITY OF ATASCADERO
CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT Item H1
TO: JIM LEWIS, CITY MANAGER
FROM: PHIL DUNSMORE, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
PREPARED BY: ERICK GOMEZ, ASSOCIATE PLANNER
SUBJECT: Short-Term Rental Discussion
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the City Council review options and provide direction on whether or not the
City should continue with the adoption of a Municipal Code Amendment that incorporates
regulations on Short-Term Rentals and what such regulations might include.
REPORT IN BRIEF:
Short-term rentals are the rental of a residence or a room for less than 30 days. These types of
rentals are subject to the payment of transient occupancy taxes (TOT), just like hotels. During the
2024 strategic planning workshop, the Council directed staff to bring forward a discussion on the
potentfal development of a Short-Term Rental Ordinance. Currently, the City does not have
Municipal Code language that addresses short-term or “vacatfon” rentals other than a
requirement for a business license and payment of TOT. Short-term rental regulatfons could
include features to ensure neighborhood compatfbility, preservatfon of long-term rental units,
and adequate review and monitoring.
DISCUSSION:
BACKGROUND
The City Council actfon plan adopted in 2024 included a program to evaluate short-term rentals
(STRs) and the potentfal for new regulatfons. There are currently no Municipal Code standards
pertaining to STRs. The City requires a business license and registratfon to pay Transient
Occupancy Tax (TOT) in order to operate a short-term rental from a residentfal property.
At the October 22, 2024 meeting, Council directed staff to proceed with a draft ordinance focused
on promoting neighborhood accountability and safety through “good neighbor” standards. Staff
presented an initial ordinance to Planning Commission on August 19, 2025. Several STR operators
attended this meeting expressing concerns regarding public outreach and the standards
recommended, in particular an owner-occupancy requirement. Because of this response, the
process was paused to allow for additional community input and refined Council direction.
Department: Community
Development
Date: 02/24/2026
Placement: Public Hearing
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Additional outreach since that time was designed to ensure that short-term rental owners and
property managers, neighbors, and interested community members had a chance to share their
experiences and provide input on short-term rental operations and concerns.
ANALYSIS
Community Outreach Summary
City Staff held two community outreach events: a "Coffee with a Planner" session held on January
22, 2026, and Short-term Rental Workshop held on February 5th, 2026. Both events were well
attended and publicized on City social media sites and press releases, and postcards were sent to
all current STR operators and immediate neighbors. Several key themes emerged from resident
feedback, summarized as follows:
Noise. Noise is a major concern, partfcularly for rentals offering outdoor amenitfes like
pools and patfos. Many indicated that there needs to be more specific and enforceable
standards with a better compliance system. Some also requested a limitatfon on special
events or large gatherings, while others said they may be acceptable on larger propertfes,
possibly with a permit.
Parking. There are concerns about adequate parking. These concerns are especially true
when STRs are located on smaller propertfes and/or when rental partfes bring multfple
vehicles or invite their own guests.
Overconcentration. Concerns exist about the impact of STRs on neighborhood character
with many partfcipants indicatfng they like knowing their neighbor and don’t want to live
next to an empty house. Some residents suggested a potentfal cap on the number of units
or distance requirements between STRs to prevent overconcentratfon in individual
neighborhoods.
Local Contact. Residents requested that there be a local 24hr contact or City ombudsman
that can respond to any concerns or issues, and that their contact informatfon be shared
with neighbors. Some suggested this could be a reasonable alternatfve to owner-
occupancy. Others said requiring local or regional ownership could be helpful.
Interdepartmental Communication. Stakeholders also noted that communicatfon
between the Planning Department, Police Department, and compliance officers must be
improved to ensure rules are enforced with meaningful consequences for violatfons.
Limiting Regulation and Managing Costs. Many operators are already self-imposing
“common sense” standards for noise and providing a contact to neighbors. They
emphasized a desire to limit cost associated with new rules. They specifically expressed
concerns regarding a possible inspectfon process and any new fees that would trigger.
They requested that new or novel standards be based on real data.
SHORT-TERM RENTAL OPTIONS
Short-term rental uses are currently guided by department policy as no formal standards are
adopted in the Code. These policies are intended to work within the existfng framework of our
Code and provide minimal standards to maintain the residentfal nature of propertfes. If the
Council directs staff to move forward with a formal ordinance, Council can consider a menu of
optfons to address health and safety standards, operatfonal standards, and neighborhood
compatfbility.
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Code standards could include but are not limited to:
Developing a STR Permit process that includes objectfve standards
Setting a city-wide cap on the number of STRs
Establishing distance buffers between STRs
Adoptfng formal enforcement standards and Permit Revocatfon standards based on
verified complaints received
Requiring Inspectfons for new and/or existfng STRs
Prohibitfng or limitfng the number of STRs on multffamily propertfes
Requiring owner occupancy or an owner that lives in SLO County
Requiring a 24-hour local contact
Limitfng the number of guests per reservatfon based on bedrooms or a flat maximum
Limitfng the number of vehicles per reservatfon or requiring onsite parking
Establishing minimum TOT or annual stays to ensure the license is being used
Requiring a “Good Neighbor” brochure
Setting more stringent noise limitatfons specific to STRs
Limitfng events and/or large gatherings (requiring a special event permit for events)
Establishing different standards for hosted (rentfng a portfon of an occupied residence)
and non-hosted STRs (rentfng an unoccupied residence)
Creatfng an avenue for existfng licensees to keep their use privileges under any new rules
Utflizing a third-party consultant to help with TOT collectfon and enforcement
SENATE BILL 346
Senate Bill 346, known as the "Short-Term Rental Facilitator Act of 2025", allows jurisdictfons,
through adoptfon of an ordinance, to require online platiorms like Airbnb and Vrbo to share listfng
data. This data includes physical addresses, assessor parcel numbers, and listfng URLs to help
identffy non-permitted rentals and ensure accurate collectfon of Transient Occupancy Taxes (TOT).
If staff is directed to prepare an ordinance, language will be included to allow use of the provisions
of this new State law. Council would need to adopt an ordinance to enact the benefits of SB346.
That ordinance may be separate and not necessarily tfed to a short-term rental ordinance that
covers the standards listed above.
CURRENT RATES AND REVENUE
Vacatfon rentals are required to pay the City’s transient occupancy tax (TOT) which is currently
14%, 10% of which is allocated to the City’s General Fund, 2.5% is allocated to the Atascadero
Tourism Business Improvement District (ATBID), and 1.5% is allocated to the San Luis Obispo
County Tourism Marketfng District (Visit SLO Cal). In fiscal year 2025, Vacatfon Rentals contributed
$394,959 to the City’s General Funds and hotels contributed $1,599,332.
CONCLUSION
The adoptfon of an STR Ordinance may help set clear expectatfons for owners of STRs while
reducing potentfal neighborhood conflicts. A variety of standards can be adopted to tailor an
ordinance to Atascadero and provide clear expectatfons to short-term rental operators and the
community. Developing a permit process will provide accountability and allow for enforcement
of standards.
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NEXT STEPS
If Council directs staff to prepare an ordinance, a framework and draft code language will be
brought back to Council for preliminary review and additfonal directfon. Once the framework is
refined, Staff will proceed to Planning Commission for recommendatfon and City Council for final
consideratfon. The refinement process will include an analysis for cost recovery based on staff
tfme and third-party vendor services.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No significant fiscal impacts are expected.
REVIEWED BY OTHERS:
This item has been reviewed by the Community Development Director, Administratfve Services
Director, and City Attorney.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED FOR COUNCIL AGENDA
James R. Lewis, City Manager
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Summary of standards by community
2. Community Feedback Summary
3. Map of Short-Term Rentals
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ATTACHMENT 2: STANDARDS BY COMMUNITY
Annually Monthly Weekly
Atascadero No Cap/ Limit for vacation rentals No Cap/ Limit for Homestay/
Homeshare
Home Occupation Business
License/Zoning Clearance w
Site Plan
139 (Sept. 2024) -
Active Vacation Rental
Business Licenses
Permit Tracking System/TOT
collection No notification requirement
Maximum of 1 rental party per
rental period. No limitation on
the number of visitors.
No Minimum/
Maximum
No Minimum/
Maximum
No Minimum/
Maximum
On-site and street
parking is allowable
$184 (Business License/Tax
Certificate Fee and Zoning
Clearance fee)
Allowable in Mixed-Use projects in commercial zones
No Cap/Limit for Inland Areas No Cap/Limit for Inland Areas Commercial Zoning
Clearance/ Business License
155 (Dec. 2023) -
Vacation Rental/ 16
(Dec.2023) -
Homestay
Permit Tracking System/ GIS/
3rd Party Vendor
Must self-certify they notified
all neighbors within 200 ft
plus fire and sheriff with
property manager contact
info per sample letter
Maximum of 12 persons
overnight. Maximum of 30
persons daytime (excluding
children under age 5)
No Minimum/
Maximum stays per
year. *Maximum 4
stays per year if
property is under
Williamson Act
Contract.
Maximum 4 stays per
month
Maximum 1 stay
per seven
calendar days
On-site parking
required (no street
parking allowed)
$513 - $873 (Business license/ Tax
Certificate, Williamson Act Review
if applicable) Requires annual
renewal.
Agreement with Airbnb for automatic TOT and assessment
collectionfor vacation rental and Homestay/ Homeshares within
the County's jursidiction.
1500 foot Distance limitation for vacation rentals in
the Adelaida/Willow Creeks Areas* No Cap/Limit for Inland Areas Minor Use Permit/ Business
License Unknown Permit Tracking System/ GIS/
3rd Party Vendor
Require notification of
neighbors within 1500 ft, plus
fire and sheriff .
Maximum of 2 persons per
bedroom plus 2 additional
persons overnight. Maximum of
6 persons per bedroom or 18
persons daytime, whichever is
less.
No Minimum/
Maximum stays per
year. *Maximum 4
stays per year if
property is under
Williamson Act
Contract.
No Minumum/
Maximum
No Minimum/
Maximum
On-site parking
required (no street
parking allowed)
$6,850 (Business license/Tax
Certificate, Minor Use Permit and
other department reviews (Public
Works, Environmental Health,
County Fire, and/or Agriculture
Commission*)
Minor Use Permit process for all applications. Property
owner/rental manager contact information must be provided to
neighbors.
55 permit Cap/Limit for vacation rentals in Los Osos Unclear Minor Use Permit/ Business
License Unknown Permit Tracking System/ GIS/
3rd Party Vendor
Require notification of
neighbors within 200 ft, plus
notification to fire and sheriff.
Maximum of 2 persons per
bedroom plus 2 additional
persons
Maximum 48 stays
per year
Maximum 4 stays per
month
Maximum 1 stay
per seven
calendar days
On-site parking
required (no street
parking allowed)
$6,405 (Business License/ Tax
Certificate, Minor Use Permit and
other department reviews (Public
Works, Environmental Health, and
County Fire)
Minor Use Permit process for all applications. Property
owner/rental manager contact information must be provided to
neighbors.
SLO Vacation Rentals (unhosted rentals) are prohibited No Cap/Limit on Homestay/
Homeshare
Homestay Permit/ Business
License 196 (Dec. 2023)
3rd Party Vendor (Host
Compliance) - auditing to
identify illegal vacation rentals/
tracking complaints
No notification requirement Maximum of 4 adults No Minimum/
Maximum
No Minimum/
Maximum
No Minimum/
Maximum Not regulated $1,334.78 (Homestay permit
+Business License/Tax Certificate)
Proactive compliance enforcement. Homestay/Homeshare
permit may be transferred upon sale of the property.
Morro Bay
175 permit Cap on vacation rentals in Residential
zones. No vacation rentals in multifamily
developments with more than 8 units. 1 vacation
rental in multifamily with 7 or fewer units. No Cap on
vacation rentals in Mixed-use or commercial
zones. Limit on vacation rental density in all zones.
No Cap/Limit on Homestay/
Homeshare
Zoning Clearance (Short-Term
Vacation Rental Permit)/
Business License
168 (April 2021) -
Vacation Rental 60
(April 2021) -
Homestay/ Home
shares
3rd Party Vendor (Host
Compliance) - auditing to
identify illegal vacation rentals
No notification requirement
Maximum of 2 persons per
bedroom plus 2 additional
persons not to exceed 10
persons (excluding children
under age 3)
No Minimum/
Maximum
No Minimum/
Maximum
No Minimum/
Maximum
On site in legal parking
spaces as indicated for
the housing type. (no
street or offsite parking)
$1,081.95 (Short-Term Vacation
Rental Permit, Business
License/Tax Certificate,
Health/Safety Inspection,
Vacation Rental Monitoring and
Administrative Fee).
Originally had a 250 cap on Full House STRS; uses CUP process for
boats in harbor and recreational vehicles. Not allowed in mobile
home parks. Must contribute $500 TOT per year. Site inspection on
application and every 4 years thereafter.
Paso Robles
325 permit Cap on vacation rentals (based on 2.5%
of total housing units: SFR Zone - 75 permits/ All
Other Zones - 250 permits). Limit on vacation rental
density (100 feet from other STVC's property line in R-
1 zones only). No vacation rentals in multi-family
units.
No Cap/Limit on Homestay/
Homeshare. Not permitted in
multi-family units.
Zoning Clearance (Short-Term
Vacation Rental Permit)/
Business License
325 (March 2022) -
Vacation Rentals/ 68
(March 2022) -
Homeshare
3rd Party Vendor (Host
Compliance) - auditing to
identify illegal vacation
rentals/tracking complaints
Requires notifcation to
neighbors within 100 ft
radius, 15 days before permit
approval.
Maximum of 2 persons per
bedroom overnight, plus 4
daytime visitors(excluding
children under age 2)
No Minimum/
Maximum
No Minimum/
Maximum
No Minimum/
Maximum
On-site and street
parking is allowable
$620 (Business License/Tax
Certificate and Short-Term Rental
Permit). Requires renewal and
inspection every 3 years.
Maintains a waiting list with an average of 10 new vacation rental
permits issued annually. Allows transfer of a permit to new owner in T
zoning districts only. Uses a hotline to provide centralized contact
information for complaints.
Livermore No Cap/Limit on vacation rentals No Cap/Limit on Homestay/
Homeshare Short-Term Rental Permit
Unknown, vacation
rentals and Homestay
Homeshare not
tracked
Unknown - complaint hotline No notification requirement Not regulated No Minimum/
Maximum
No Minimum/
Maximum
No Minimum/
Maximum
On-site or street
parking is allowable
$265 (Business License/Tax
Certificate and Short-Term Rental
Permit). Subject to annual
review.
One rental permit per person city wide.
NotesNeighbors Notification Number of Visitors Number of Stays Parking Permitting Fees
County
Jurisdiction Cap on Vacation Rentals Cap on Homestays and
Homeshares Permit Type # of Permits Issued Tracking/Method
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ATTACHMENT 2: STANDARDS BY COMMUNITY
San Buenaventura
(Ventura)No Cap/Limit on vacation rentals Not allowed
Zoning Clearance (Short-Term
Vacation Rental
Permit)/Nuisance Response
Plan/ Business License
Unknown, vacation
rentals and Homestay
Homeshare not
tracked
Unknown
Requires notification of
neighbors within 300 ft and
posts to the City website
Maximum of 2 persons, plus 2
additional persons per bedroom.
Exception to tht maximum for
unusual size or layout of
residence/property.
Regulated via
maximum weekly
stays
Regulated via
maximum weekly
stays
Maximum 1 stay
per week.
Minimum 7
consecutive
days rental in
summer,
minimum 2
consecutive
days rest of the
year
Number of on site
parking spaces must be
stated at time of
application, and guests
instructed that "on-
street parking is
extremely limited in
some areas of the city."
$1,256 [Business License/Tax
Certificate, Initial Health/Safety
Inspection, Short-Term Rental
Permit, and Response Plan) +
Optional $1,500 (surety bond for
nusinance compliance)
Uses a Nuisance Response Plan to allow complaints to go directly to
designated responsible party/ies. Violation report may be filed online.
Requires posting a $1500 bond, unless excepted by 63455.125 (proof
of prohibition on loud social gatherings between 10 pm and 7 am)
Arroyo Grande 90 permit Cap/Limit on vacation rentals No Cap/Limit on Homestay/
Homeshare
Minor Use Permit - Plot Plan
Review
>90 with no more
being issued
3rd Party Vendor for
monitoring, compliance
services, licensing, and
enforcement
Host contact information
posted to City website
Maximum of 2 persons per
bedroom, plus 2 additional
persons.
No limit for vacation
rentlas. Regulation
for
Homestay/Homeshar
e based on frequency
of rentals.
No limit for vacation
rentlas. Regulation
for
Homestay/Homeshar
e based on frequency
of rentals.
No limit for
vacation rentlas.
Homeshare/
Homestay are
limited to a max
rental length of
14 days with 7
days between.
2 on-site parking
spaces
$854 (Business license and Minor
Use Permit - Plot Plan Review)
Homeshare/Homestays are limited to no more than 2 bedrooms per
property. Property owner/rental manager contact information must
be posted on City website.
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Parking is a concern, especially when rental parties bring multiple vehicles or
invite their own guests. Operators should specify available parking in their
listings.
We don’t want an overconcentration of Short-term rentals in a single
neighborhood.
There needs to be a local contact or ombudsman that can respond to any STR
concerns or issues, and that contact information needs to be shared with
neighbors. This could be reasonable alternative to owner-occupancy.
We should recognize the impact of STRs on the local housing inventory and
potentially consider a cap.
Noise is a major concern that needs to be addressed with enforceable
standards. Notably, STRs with outdoor amenities like pools and patios that
increase noise experienced by neighbors.
There needs to be clarification regarding insurance requirements and liability.
Special events should not be allowed.
SHORT-TERM RENTALSWHAT WE’VE HEARD
Additional Comments:
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The costs associated with creating regulation should be kept to a minimum. If
the barrier to entry is too high, then the City may accidentally incentivize illegal
STRs.
New regulations should focus on the City’s ability to gather information through
enforcement instead of creating unnecessarily strict standards where issues
may not exist.
We need to provide options for non-local property owners to participate
remotely, including providing a questionnaire or hosting virtual workshop.
Communication between compliance officers, the Police Department and the
Planning Department should be improved so that rules can be enforced with
consequences for bad operators.
City Licensing information should be posted with their listing.
Limit number of guests based on bedrooms or a fixed number
New rules should make sure that operators are responsible for keeping
property clean and taking out/bringing in waste containers every week.
Require local regional ownership or a local contact that lives within 30 minutes.
Something New?
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SHORT-TERM RENTALSWHAT WE’VE HEARD
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SHORT-TERM RENTALSMAP OF SHORT-TERM RENTALS
There are a total of 231 Short-Term Rental licenses in Atascadero identified
by orange dots on this map.
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CITY OF ATASCADERO
CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT Item H2
Department: Public Works
Date: 02/24/26
Placement: Management
Report
TO: JAMES R. LEWIS, CITY MANAGER
FROM: NICK DE BAR, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER
PREPARED BY: RYAN BETZ, PUBLIC WORKS ANALYST
SUBJECT: San Luis Obispo Council of Governments Final Transportatfon
Expenditure Plan for Potentfal Transportatfon Sales Tax Measure
RECOMMENDATION:
Council adopt the Draft Resolutfon approving the San Luis Obispo Council of Governments Final
Transportatfon Expenditure Plan for a potentfal transportatfon sales tax measure.
REPORT IN BRIEF:
This report discusses the final updates based upon input from by the City Council, other citfes and
the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors, to the Transportatfon Expenditure Plan for a
potentfal transportatfon sales tax measure.
DISCUSSION:
BACKGROUND
On January 13, 2026, the City Council reviewed and provided input on the San Luis Obispo Council
of Governments (SLOCOG) draft Transportatfon Expenditure Plan for a potentfal transportatfon
sales tax measure. SLOCOG is the regional transportatfon planning agency responsible for long-
range regional transportatfon planning, funding allocatfon, and coordinatfon among the County
and the seven incorporated citfes, including Atascadero. SLOCOG is evaluatfng a potentfal ½-cent
transportatfon sales tax measure for the November 2026 ballot to establish a long-term, locally
controlled revenue source for transportatfon improvements. The final Transportatfon
Expenditure Plan (Plan) is the result of regional engagement including presentatfons, focus
groups, workshops, online surveys, website engagement, and input from local jurisdictfons and
the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors. The draft Plan was amended and the final Plan
approved by the SLOCOG Board on February 4, 2026, and now must be presented and approved
by a majority of the seven citfes that represent a majority of the incorporated populatfon and San
Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors prior to the SLOCOG Board meetfng on April 1, 2026. At
that meetfng, the SLOCOG Board would consider adoptfon of an ordinance along with tax
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measure materials and then recommend the San Luis County Board of Supervisors place a
transportatfon sales tax measure on the November 2026 ballot. Since the proposed
transportatfon sales tax measure is considered a special tax, passage of the measure would
require a passage of two-thirds of the voters in the electfon.
The purpose of the Plan is to address a region-wide transportatfon funding shortiall, respond to
public feedback collected through regional engagement efforts and establish an equitable
distributfon of new transportatfon revenues should the ballot be placed on the November 2026
ballot and approved by voters. SLOCOG staff will provide an overview of the final Plan at tonight’s
meetfng and are seeking approval from the City Council.
The Plan is projected to generate approximately $35 million annually (2024 estfmate) and
expected to escalate each year over the proposed 30-year term. These revenues would be
distributed across four primary categories:
55% — Local Road Repairs, Safety, and Improvements (allocated to each
jurisdictfon based on populatfon)
40% — Regional Corridor Improvements (allocated to four subregions by
populatfon share)
4% — Senior/Disabled/Veterans’ Mobility Improvements
1% — Administratfve Costs (maximum)
Under the Plan, Atascadero would receive an estfmated $2,029,354 annually from the Local Road
Repair category (55% share) as shown in Table 1 below. Additfonal funds are guaranteed to fund
regional project improvements in the North County through the Regional Corridor Improvements
category. The SLOCOG Board of Directors, including an elected official representfng each of the
seven citfes and the five San Luis Obispo Board of Supervisors, will serve as the Authority Board
for the potentfal Transportatfon Measure and oversee the implementatfon of the Plan.
Table1: 1-Year Distribution of $35M
55% for Local Road Repairs, Safety and Improvements $ 19,250,000
Arroyo Grande $ 1,256,955
Atascadero $ 2,029,354
Grover Beach $ 865,712
Morro Bay $ 733,207
Paso Robles $ 2,146,387
Pismo Beach $ 550,195
San Luis Obispo $ 3,207,856
Unincorporated $ 8,460,335
40% for Regional Corridor Improvements $ 14,000,000
North County $ 4,923,893
South County $ 4,001,218
Central County $ 3,085,830
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North Coast $ 1,989,059
4% for Senior/Disabled/Veterans’ Mobility Improvements $ 1,400,000
1% Administration Costs (Maximum) $ 350,000
Total Estimate $ 35,000,000
ANALYSIS
Based upon the input of the seven City Councils, the Community Service Districts, and the Board
of Supervisors, the draft Plan was updated to reflect the following changes (summary) in the final
Plan. A vast majority of these updates suggested by Atascadero City Council and staff were
incorporated into the final Plan.
Final Expenditure Updates
III. Eligible Uses of Funds
Local Road Repairs and Improvements (55%)
Funds are distributed by populatfon to the citfes and the County. County funds shall
be distributed equally by Supervisorial District over the life of the measure as
monitored and reported by the Citizens Oversight Committee.
Regional Corridor Improvements (40%)
Regional project funds shall be distributed by population among subregions over
the life of the measure as monitored and reported by the Citfzens Oversight
Committee
IV. Governing Board of Organization Structure
Biannual Biennial Implementatfon Plan
V. Maintenance of Effort (MOE)
Each Agency receiving revenues for “Local Projects” shall annually maintain, at a
minimum, the same level of local fully discretfonary general fund revenues that
were expended on average for fiscal years 2021/22, 2022/23, 2023/24, 2024/25
and 2025/26
Revenue from general or special tax measures over and above the agency’s
baseline tax of 1 ½% will not be counted as part of general fund revenues for the
purposes of MOE
VI. Requirements for Eligible Jurisdictions
B. Circulation Element. Adopt and maintain comply with its Circulatfon Element as
part of the jurisdictfon’s General Plan.
D. Pavement Management Plan. Adopt and update a Pavement Management
Plan, and issue, using a common formal approved by the Authority, provide regular
reportfng on the status of road pavement conditfons and implementatfon of the
Pavement Management Plan.
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G. Time Limits for Use of Net Revenues for Regional Projects.
o 1. Agree that Net Revenues for Regional Projects shall be expended or
encumbered no later than the end of the fiscal year for which the Net
Revenues are programmed. A request for extension of the encumbrance
deadline for no more than twenty-four thirty-six months may be submitted
to the Authority no less than ninety days prior to the deadline. The
Authority may approve one or more requests for extension of the
encumbrance deadline.
o 2. In the event the tfme limits for use of Net Revenues for Regional Projects
are not satfsfied then any retained Net Revenues that were allocated to an
Eligible Jurisdictfon and interest earned thereon shall be returned to the
Authority and these Net Revenues and interest earned thereon shall be
available for allocatfon to any project within the same source program.
I. Public Notice of Use of Measure Funds. Member agencies will provide the public
with planned use of measure funding as part of its annual or biennial budget
process. This includes each City and Community Advisory Council will receive at a
minimum, twice yearly per programming year presentatfons from jurisdictfonal
staff to review proposed investments prior to annual allocatfons.
VII. Taxpayer Safeguards
A performance assessment shall be conducted at least once every three five years
to evaluate the efficiency, effectfveness, economy and program results of the
Authority in satfsfying the provisions and requirements of the Investment
Summary of the Plan, the Plan and the Ordinance. A copy of the performance
assessment shall be provided to the Committee.
Implementation Guidelines
Following voter approval of this Measure, the Authority shall adopt Implementation
Guidelines to administer and implement the Expenditure Plan in a manner consistent with
the voter-approved purposes of this Measure. The Implementation Guidelines shall
establish procedures for project programming and delivery, eligibility requirements, fund
distribution, accountability and reporting, audits, amendments, and other administrative
matters necessary to ensure effective and transparent use of Measure revenues. The
Implementation Guidelines shall not expand or alter the uses of funds authorized by this
Measure and shall be adopted by the governing board at a public meeting following a
noticed public process.
Implementatfon guidelines are the structured steps and key components countfes follow when
adoptfng and administering local self-help transportatfon sales tax measures to fund critfcal
infrastructure and mobility projects. These guidelines ensure local control of funding, strategic
alignment with community needs, and responsible stewardship of resources while enhancing
the county’s ability to compete for state and federal grants and deliver tfmely, locally driven
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transportatfon projects. In most Self-Help County measures, Implementatfon Guidelines are not
fully drafted at the tfme of the vote but are expressly identffied in the Measure materials as “to
be developed” following voter approval. These guidelines operatfonalize the potentfal measure
but may not alter the uses or promises approved by voters.
Schedule and Next Steps
February 24, 2026 – City Council considers the approval of the San Luis Obispo Council of
Governments Final Transportatfon Expenditure Plan for a potentfal transportatfon sales
tax measure.
February/March 2026: Other citfes and County also consider approval of final Plan.
April 1, 2026: SLOCOG Board Meetfng: Consider Adoptfon of Ordinance along with Tax
Measure Materials.
TBD, 2026: Board of Supervisors consider placement of a transportatfon sales tax measure
on the November 2026 ballot.
FISCAL IMPACT:
While there is no immediate fiscal impact associated with this actfon, approving the staff
recommendatfon has the potentfal for the City to receive over $2 million annually for local
transportatfon needs if a potentfal ballot measure moves forward and is approved by voters.
REVIEWED BY OTHERS:
This item has been reviewed by the Administratfve Services Director.
REVIEWED AND APPROVED FOR COUNCIL AGENDA
James R. Lewis, City Manager
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Draft Resolutfon
2. SLOCOG Final Transportatfon Expenditure Plan
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DRAFT RESOLUTION
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ATASCADERO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE SAN LUIS OBISPO
COUNTY TRANSPORTATION EXPENDITURE PLAN
WHEREAS, available revenues, including funding from Local, State, and Federal
governments, are not adequate to support needed maintenance, upgrading or safety improvements
to the existing infrastructure or the construction of the new infrastructure that the County and Cities
anticipate will be needed to meet the demands of the future; and
WHEREAS, the streets, roads, highways, transit systems, bicycle and pedestrian facilities
within the incorporated and unincorporated areas of San Luis Obispo County are of regional
concern and are essential to the safety, mobility, economic vitality, environmental sustainability,
and quality of life of residents, businesses, visitors, seniors, veterans, and persons with mobility
challenges; and
WHEREAS, the Legislature of the State of California has authorized counties to establish
voter-approved local transportation sales taxes pursuant to Public Utilities Code Division 19
(commencing with Section 180000) and Revenue and Taxation Code Part 1.6 (commencing with
Section 7251); and
WHEREAS, the San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG) has been
designated as the Local Transportation Authority for San Luis Obispo County; and
WHEREAS, keeping roads and highways in good condition and enhancing mobility helps
protect public safety by allowing police, firefighters, and ambulances to respond quickly to
emergencies and ensuring first responders are not stuck in traffic or slowed down by failing
infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, San Luis Obispo County’s transportation system is the backbone of our
regional economy, allowing local farmers and businesses to move produce and products to market,
creating jobs for local residents; and
WHEREAS, essential purchases like groceries are exempt from the ½ cent sales tax,
helping to ensure the cost is not a burden to those on fixed or limited incomes; and
WHEREAS, the ½ cent sales tax is paid by both residents and visitors shopping in San
Luis Obispo County, including visitors, to ensure all users of local roads and transportation
infrastructure contribute; and
WHEREAS, by law, all the money must stay in San Luis Obispo County for local
transportation improvements only and cannot be taken away by the State or used for other
purposes; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Public Utilities Code Section 180206, and through extensive
public engagement and coordination with all incorporated cities and the County of San Luis
Obispo, SLOCOG has prepared a countywide Transportation Expenditure Plan which guides the
investment of revenues, provides for locally controlled funding for transportation repairs and
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improvements, and requires strict fiscal accountability protections, including a Citizen's Oversight
Committee, annual independent audits, and public disclosure of all spending; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of
Atascadero:
SECTION 1. The above recitals are true and correct.
SECTION 2. The City Council hereby approves the San Luis Obispo County
Transportation Expenditure Plan that was approved by SLOCOG on February 4, 2026.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 24th day of
February 2026.
On motion by Council Member _________ and seconded by Council Member _______,
the foregoing Resolution is hereby adopted in its entirety on the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
CITY OF ATASCADERO
_____________________
Charles Bourbeau, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________
Lara K. Christensen, City Clerk
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February 5, 2026 SLO County Transportation Expenditure Plan 1
San Luis Obispo County Transportation
Expenditure Plan
I. Introduction
San Luis Obispo County’s transportation system is essential to the safety, mobility, and
economic vitality of its residents, businesses, and visitors. Yet existing state and federal
revenues are inadequate to maintain local streets and roads, operate reliable transit, and
deliver major regional improvements.
This Transportation Expenditure Plan establishes a dedicated local funding source — a
voter-approved ½-cent transactions and use tax — projected to generate approximately
$35 million per year. All revenues will remain in San Luis Obispo County and may only be
used for transportation purposes.
The Plan emphasizes geographic equitable distribution of funds, fairness, transparency,
and strong taxpayer safeguards while ensuring flexibility to leverage state and federal
funds.
II. Revenue Distribution
Revenues shall be allocated as follows:
A. 55% Local Road Repairs and
Improvements distributed by population
to each city and the County. (Reviewed
every ten years based on census data1).
B. 40% Regional Corridor
Improvements distributed by subregion
population within the areas defined as
shown.
C. 4% Mobility Services for Seniors,
Veterans and Mobility Challenged
D. 1% Administration
1 Should a new city become incorporated, the percentages would be adjusted to reflect the updated
population distribution.
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February 5, 2026 SLO County Transportation Expenditure Plan 2
III. Eligible Uses of Funds
Local Road Repairs and Improvements (55%)
Funds are distributed by population to the cities and the County. County funds shall be
distributed equally by Supervisorial District over the life of the measure as monitored and
reported by the Citizens Oversight Committee. Funds may be used for:
A. Local road maintenance, rehabilitation, and repair.
B. Safe Routes to School and Safe Routes to College programs.
C. Local intersections, operational and traffic safety improvements.
D. Bridge safety and seismic retrofits.
E. Bicycle and pedestrian improvements (sidewalks, crosswalks, multi-use paths).
F. Community enhancements tied to transportation
(streetscape, lighting, landscaping, wayfinding).
G. Traffic signal improvements and synchronization.
H. Piers, walkways and other pedestrian or bike paths in and around waterfront and
river areas.
I. Transit services including local trolley services may be funded if desired by a City.
Regional Corridor Improvements (40%)
Regional project funds shall be distributed by population among subregions over the life of
the measure as monitored and reported by the Citizens Oversight Committee and used for:
A. Highway and major corridor congestion relief such as van or carpool lanes or other
congestion relief measures.
B. Safety and interchange improvements.
C. Regional bicycle and pedestrian connectors between communities like the Bob
Jones Trail.
D. Interagency Transit Access.
E. Mitigation impacts for proposed improvements.
F. Other projects consistent with the adopted Regional Transportation Plan (RTP).
Mobility Services for Seniors, Veterans and Mobility Challenged (4%)
Funds shall support improvements to mobility programs that prioritize services for seniors,
veterans, and mobility challenged.
Administration (1%)
No more than 1% of annual revenues shall be allocated by the Authority for administration,
reporting, auditing, and program oversight.
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February 5, 2026 SLO County Transportation Expenditure Plan 3
IV. Governing Board and Organizational Structure
The San Luis Obispo Council of Governments (SLOCOG) serves as the designated Local
Transportation Authority for San Luis Obispo County and is responsible for administering
the Transportation Measure in compliance with Public Utilities Code (PUC) 180000 et
seq. Upon voter approval of the Transportation Measure, the Board of Directors of
SLOCOG will serve as the Authority Board, hereafter the Authority, and will oversee its
implementation in accordance with the plans and programs detailed in this and future
updates of the Expenditure Plan.
This Expenditure Plan provides for the creation of a Citizens’ Oversight Committee to
ensure transparency and accountability. Details regarding the Committee are contained
in this plan (Section XIV). The Biennial Implementation Plan will be prepared and updated
by SLOCOG staff and approved by the Authority Board as per the Ordinance Section 14.
Per PUC 180000, the Authority’s governing board will include representation as follows:
• Five (5) members of the San Luis Obispo County Board of Supervisors
• One (1) member representing each incorporated city within San Luis Obispo
County—Arroyo Grande, Atascadero, Grover Beach, Morro Bay, Paso Robles, Pismo
Beach, and San Luis Obispo—appointed by their respective city councils.
Alternates to the regular members may participate in accordance with SLOCOG bylaws.
Should another city become incorporated, it will have one seat on the Authority Board.
V. Maintenance of Effort (MOE)
The enabling legislation in Public Utilities Code PUC 180001(e) states:
It is the intent of the Legislature that funds generated pursuant to this division be
used to supplement and not replace existing local revenues used for transportation
purposes.
Each Agency receiving revenues for “Local Projects” shall annually maintain, at a
minimum, the same level of local fully discretionary general fund revenues that were
expended on average for fiscal years 2021/22, 2022/23, 2023/24, 2024/25 and 2025/26, for
transportation purposes. Dedicated funds for transportation such as gas tax revenues are
not counted as general fund revenues. Transfers into the general fund will not be counted
as general fund revenues. Grant awards and general fund revenues used as matching
funds for grant awards will not be counted as general fund revenues. Revenue from general
or special tax measures over and above the agency’s baseline tax of 1 ½% will not be
counted as part of general fund revenues for the purposes of MOE.
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Unusual one-time general fund allocations that have been expended for transportation
purposes may be exempted prior to determining the Agency’s average expenditure for the
five fiscal years noted above at the discretion of the Authority.
An agency petitioning for an exception under this provision must supply evidence of the
need for special consideration, and the petition must be approved by a majority vote of the
Authority Board.
The Authority shall not allocate any Net Revenues to any jurisdiction for any fiscal year until
that jurisdiction has certified to the Authority that it has included in its budget for that fiscal
year an amount of local discretionary funds for streets and roads purposes at least equal
to the level of its maintenance of effort requirement. An annual independent audit will be
conducted by the Authority to verify that the maintenance of effort requirements are being
met by the jurisdiction. Any Net Revenues not allocated pursuant to the maintenance of
effort requirement shall jurisdictions be allocated to the remaining eligible jurisdictions
according to the formula described in the Section III.
Exceptions
Subject to Authority approval, if any local jurisdiction had extraordinary local discretionary
fund expenditures during any fiscal year it may determine that year’s minimum expenditure
base level of local discretionary funds by:
(a) subtracting those extraordinary expenses funding, assessment district
contributions, development impact funds, redevelopment agency contributions, or
other non-recurring contributions) from its total expenditures; or
(b) petitioning the Authority for special consideration. It is possible that a local
jurisdiction may need to revise its minimum expenditure base beyond the
subtraction of extraordinary expenses. In this instance, the Authority may allow the
establishment of a new base for that jurisdiction's Maintenance of Effort
requirement.
A local jurisdiction petitioning the Authority under this provision must supply evidence of
the need for special consideration and the petition must be approved by a majority vote of
the Authority.
VI. Requirements for Eligible Jurisdictions
To be eligible to receive Net Revenues, a jurisdiction shall satisfy and continue to satisfy
the following requirements.
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February 5, 2026 SLO County Transportation Expenditure Plan 5
A. Mitigation Fee Program. Assess traffic impacts of new development and require
new development to pay a fair share of necessary transportation improvements
attributable to the new development.
B. Circulation Element. Adopt and comply with its Circulation Element as part of
the jurisdiction’s General Plan,
C. Capital Improvement Program. Adopt and update a minimum Five-Year Capital
Improvement Program (CIP). The CIP shall include all capital transportation
projects, including projects funded by Net Revenues, and shall include
transportation projects required to demonstrate compliance with pavement
management requirements.
D. Pavement Management Plan. Adopt and update a Pavement Management Plan
and provide regular reporting on the status of road pavement conditions and
implementation of the Pavement Management Plan.
E. Expenditure Report. Adopt an Expenditure Report to account for Net Revenues,
developer/traffic impact fees, and funds expended by the Eligible Jurisdiction which
satisfy the Maintenance of Effort requirements. The Expenditure Report shall be
submitted by the end of six (6) months following the end of the jurisdiction’s fiscal
year and include the following:
1. All Net Revenue fund balances and interest earned.
2. Expenditures identified by type (i.e., capital, operations, administration,
etc.), and program or project.
F. Project Final Report. Provide Authority with a Project Final Report for regional
projects within six months following completion of a project funded with Net
Revenues.
G. Time Limits for Use of Net Revenues for Regional Projects.
1. Agree that Net Revenues for Regional Projects shall be expended or
encumbered no later than the end of the fiscal year for which the Net
Revenues are programmed. A request for extension of the encumbrance
deadline for no more than thirty-six months may be submitted to the
Authority no less than ninety days prior to the deadline. The Authority may
approve one or more requests for extension of the encumbrance deadline.
2. In the event the time limits for use of Net Revenues for Regional Projects
are not satisfied then any retained Net Revenues that were allocated to an
Eligible Jurisdiction and interest earned thereon shall be returned to the
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Authority and these Net Revenues and interest earned thereon shall be
available for allocation to any project within the same source program.
H. No Supplanting of Funds. Agree that Net Revenues shall not be used to
supplant developer funding which has been or will likely be committed for any
transportation project.
I. Public Notice of Use of Measure Funds. Member agencies will provide the
public with planned use of measure funding as part of its annual or biennial budget
process. This includes each City and Community Advisory Council will receive at a
minimum, twice per programming year presentations from jurisdictional staff to
review proposed investments prior to annual allocations.
Determination of Non-Eligibility
A determination of non-eligibility of a jurisdiction shall be made only after a hearing has
been conducted and a determination has been made by the Authority that the jurisdiction
is not an Eligible Jurisdiction as provided hereinabove.
VII. Taxpayer Safeguards
A. A transportation special revenue fund (the “Local Transportation Authority
Special Revenue Fund”) shall be established to maintain all Revenues.
B. Accounting Receipt, maintenance and expenditure of Net Revenues shall be
distinguishable in each jurisdiction’s accounting records from other funding
sources, and expenditures of Net Revenues shall be distinguishable by program or
project. Interest earned on Net Revenues allocated pursuant to the Ordinance shall
be expended only for those purposes for which the Net Revenues were allocated.
C. No Net Revenues shall be used by a jurisdiction for other than transportation
purposes authorized by the Ordinance. Any jurisdiction which violates this provision
must fully reimburse the Authority for the Net Revenues misspent and shall be
deemed ineligible to receive Net Revenues for a period of five (5) years.
D. A Citizens Oversight Committee (“Committee”) shall be established to provide an
enhanced level of accountability for expenditure of Revenues under the Ordinance.
The Committee will help to ensure that all voter mandates are carried out as
required. The roles and responsibilities of the Committee, the selection process for
Committee members and related administrative procedures shall be carried out as
described in the Section XIII below and Ordinance Section 15.
E. A performance assessment shall be conducted at least once every five years to
evaluate the efficiency, effectiveness, economy and program results of the
Authority in satisfying the provisions and requirements of the Investment Summary
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of the Plan, the Plan and the Ordinance. A copy of the performance assessment
shall be provided to the Committee.
F. Annual status reports regarding the regional corridor projects and improvements
shall be brought before the Authority by local agencies and Authority staff at least
annually in public meetings.
G. Annual Report Annually the Authority shall publish a report on how all Revenues
have been spent and on progress in implementing projects in the Plan and shall
publicly report on the findings and posted on the agency website.
VIII. Ten-Year Comprehensive Program Review
At least every ten years the Authority shall conduct a comprehensive review of all projects
and programs implemented under the Plan to evaluate the performance of the overall
program and may revise the Plan to improve its performance. The review shall include
consideration of changes to local, state and federal transportation plans and policies;
changes in land use, travel and growth projections; changes in project cost estimates and
revenue projections; right-of-way constraints and other project constraints; level of public
support for the Plan; and the progress of the Authority and jurisdictions in implementing
the Plan. The Authority may amend the Plan based on its comprehensive review, subject to
the requirements of Section IX: Reporting, Implementation and Amendments.
IX. Reporting, Implementation and Amendments
Administration
In compliance with state and federal requirements, SLOCOG regularly prepares a Regional
Transportation Plan (RTP) that identifies priority projects across all transportation modes,
including highways, local roads, public transit, bikeways, and aviation.
All updates to the Expenditure Plan will undergo public review and hearings. Candidate
projects and priorities may evolve, but the county’s extensive transportation needs will
ensure robust use of all available funding, including sales tax revenues. During each
update, the Authority will review investments across multiple transportation modes to
ensure efficiency and equity in addressing mobility needs throughout San Luis Obispo
County.
Annual Report
Each year, the Citizens’ Oversight Committee (Section XIV) reviews expenditures and
communicates results to the public through an Annual Report.
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Amendment Process
As specified in PUC Section 180207:
(a) Once per calendar year, the Authority may review and propose amendments to
the county’s transportation expenditure plan to incorporate additional revenues,
account for unanticipated funds, or respond to unforeseen circumstances.
Amendments adopted late in the year will not preclude additional amendments in
the following year.
(b) The Authority must notify the County Board of Supervisors and each city council,
providing copies of proposed amendments for their review.
(c) Amendments become effective 45 days after notification.
Voter approval (2/3 majority) is required for changes to funding categories or overall
allocation formulas as per Ordinance Section 10.
Biennial Implementation Plan
At least once every two years, the Authority will prepare and adopt a Measure TBD
Implementation Plan. This plan will include a financial component consistent with both
the SLOCOG Regional Transportation Improvement Program (RTIP) and the STIP.
Process steps include:
A. SLOCOG staff, working with member agencies and stakeholders, will draft and
update the Implementation Plan biennially.
B. The Authority Board will review the Draft Implementation Plan, hold public hearings,
and incorporate feedback.
C. Following review, the Authority formally adopts the Implementation Plan.
Implementation Guidelines
Following voter approval of this Measure, the Authority shall adopt Implementation
Guidelines to administer and implement the Expenditure Plan in a manner consistent with
the voter-approved purposes of this Measure. The Implementation Guidelines shall
establish procedures for project programming and delivery, eligibility requirements, fund
distribution, accountability and reporting, audits, amendments, and other administrative
matters necessary to ensure effective and transparent use of Measure revenues. The
Implementation Guidelines shall not expand or alter the uses of funds authorized by this
Measure and shall be adopted by the governing board at a public meeting following a
noticed public process.
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X. Bonding Authority
To reduce overall costs by advancing construction timelines, the Authority shall have the
option to sell or issue, at any time, and from time to time, including on or before the
collection of the taxes authorized by the Ordinance Section 16, bonds, notes or other
evidences of indebtedness, including capital appreciation bonds, payable from and
secured by the proceeds from the sales taxes authorized by this Ordinance and from the
proceeds of the existing Measure TBD sales taxes, in order to finance and refinance the
transportation projects identified in the Transportation Expenditure Plan. Bonding
indebtedness shall be limited to 35% of net sales measured at the end of the 30-year
program. An additional bonds test (ABT) no lower than 1.5x Maximum Annual Debt Service
will be measured against projected revenues for any consecutive 12-month period in the
prior 18 months.
Should the tax be ended by voter action, the obligation to repay the bond debt remains with
the agency, in this case the Authority and its member agencies.
XI. Independent Financial Audits
If the Transportation Measure is approved by the voters, the Authority will
conduct independent financial audits of all revenues and expenditures associated with the
measure in accordance with Public Utilities Code 180000 et seq. These audits will ensure
full transparency and accountability in the use of voter-approved sales tax revenues.
The results of the audits will be presented annually to the Authority Board and made
available to the public, reinforcing confidence in the administration of the Transportation
Measure. Findings will also be shared with the Citizens’ Oversight Committee to support
their independent review of expenditures and compliance with the Expenditure Plan.
XII. Administration Program – 1% of Measure Revenues
To effectively manage and implement the Transportation Measure, the Authority will cap
administration costs at no more than 1% of annual sales tax revenues to administrative
activities. This allocation supports the necessary planning, oversight, and program
development functions required for successful execution of the measure.
Key administrative responsibilities of the Authority include:
A. Annual Work Program and Budget
Prepare and adopt an annual work program and budget outlining planned
expenditures, oversight activities, and administrative costs.
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B. Allocation Program Requirements and Focused Studies
Develop requirements for each funding program established by the Regional
Programs allowed in the Expenditure Plan and undertake specialized studies
needed to implement those programs effectively.
C. Biennial Implementation Plan
Prepare and update the Transportation Measure Implementation Plan every two
years, aligning it with the Regional Transportation Improvement Program
(RTIP) and State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP).
D. Regional Project Prioritization
Establish and update priority lists for regional projects and rehabilitation projects,
in coordination with member jurisdictions and consistent with Expenditure Plan
goals.
E. Independent Annual Audit
Conduct an independent audit of all Transportation Measure funds to ensure
compliance, fiscal integrity, and accountability to the public.
F. Public Outreach and Communication
Carry out ongoing outreach and public education efforts to keep residents informed
about project progress, financial performance, and planned updates.
G. Bond Issuance for Accelerated Delivery
Issue bonds when appropriate to expedite project delivery, reducing overall project
costs by leveraging future revenues for near-term improvements.
H. Revenue Allocation to Local Jurisdictions
Distribute Transportation Measure proceeds to incorporated cities and the county
in accordance with the formulas and criteria established in the Expenditure Plan.
I. Support for Oversight Committees and Related Technical Assistance
Provide staff support to advisory committees and furnish technical assistance to
member jurisdictions to ensure consistent, equitable, and effective program
implementation.
XIII. Citizens’ Oversight Committee
Committee Purpose
A. To provide fiscal oversight on the implementation of the Transportation Expenditure
Plan ensuring that funds are spent in accordance with the approved Plan.
B. To inform the public and confirm that revenues and expenditures from the
Transportation Measure are spent as promised to San Luis Obispo County voters.
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Committee Formation
A. The Committee will be formed within six (6) months following voter approval of the
Transportation Measure in San Luis Obispo County.
B. The Committee shall be a permanent component of the Expenditure Plan and
cannot be eliminated by amendment.
C. Meetings will begin when Transportation Measure revenues are recommended for
expenditure, including Implementation Plan updates.
Selection and Duties of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
A. The Committee will select a Chair and Vice Chair from among its members, each
serving a one-year term.
B. Chair Duties: Call meetings, set agendas, and preside over meetings.
C. Vice Chair Duties: Perform the Chair’s duties in the Chair’s absence.
Committee Meetings
A. The Committee will hold at least two formal meetings annually, with additional
meetings scheduled as needed.
B. All meetings will comply with the Brown Act (open meeting requirements).
C. Meetings will be conducted in accordance with Robert’s Rules of Order.
Subcommittee Requirements
A. The Committee may form subcommittees to address specific tasks or focus areas.
B. All subcommittees will consist of an odd number of members to ensure clear
decision-making.
The Committee will reflect the geographic and demographic diversity of San Luis Obispo
County and consist of 12 members. Each represented organization will nominate its
representative, with final appointments approved by the Authority Board.
Membership Composition:
A. One resident representative appointed by each incorporated city (Arroyo Grande,
Atascadero, Grover Beach, Morro Bay, Paso Robles, Pismo Beach, San Luis Obispo)
and one member from each of San Luis Obispo County’s Supervisorial District’s
within the unincorporated areas.
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B. The Authority Board will review and appoint these members. If any jurisdiction is
unable to appoint a representative, THE AUTHORITY may fill the position through an
open application process. Should a new City become incorporated, a
representative from that jurisdiction shall be appointed by the City.
Quorum
A. A quorum will consist of no fewer than seven (7) members.
B. Actions may be approved by a simple majority of members present, provided the
quorum is met.
Term of Membership
A. Members serve two-year terms, with a maximum of eight consecutive years of
service.
B. To establish staggered terms, the initial appointments will be divided so that half
serve one-year terms and half serve two-year terms, determined by random
selection.
C. Proxy voting is not permitted.
Eligibility
A. Must be a U.S. citizen, 18 years or older, and a resident of San Luis Obispo County.
B. Cannot be an elected official of San Luis Obispo County or its cities.
C. Cannot be an employee of state, county, or city government agencies within San
Luis Obispo County (except employees of educational institutions).
Staffing
A. SLOCOG staff will provide technical and administrative support, including
preparation of agendas, meeting materials, and public communications.
B. Administrative costs for staffing will be funded through the Transportation
Measure’s administrative allocation.
C. Expert staff and consultants may be invited to present information or analyses as
needed.
Responsibilities
A. Reviewing and commenting on independent financial and performance audits of
Measure funds.
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B. Reviewing periodic reports, studies, and plans related to Measure revenues and
expenditures.
C. Ensuring that expenditures are consistent with the Expenditure Plan.
D. Conducting an annual review of sales tax revenue use and publicly reporting
findings.
E. Presenting recommendations and findings in a formal annual report to the public
and Authority Board.
F. Accessing information from the Authority’s independent auditor and requesting
additional information as necessary to fulfill oversight responsibilities.
G. Remaining informed of advancements in transportation planning and finance to
ensure oversight remains relevant and effective through the duration of the
Measure.
XIV. Measure Duration
This Transportation Expenditure Plan shall remain in effect for 30 years as approved by San
Luis Obispo County voters.
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