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27.21.060 Limitations

For properties that develop a project pursuant to this overlay, the following limitations apply:

(a) A maximum of four units, with a maximum of two primary dwelling units (attached or detached), except as outlined in Article II below.

(b) Limitation on Rental.

(1) Short Term Rentals Prohibited. No dwelling unit created pursuant to this Chapter shall be rented for a period of less than 30 consecutive days as a short-term rental as set forth in Chapter 5.66. Rentals longer than 30 consecutive days are permitted.

(c) Limitation on Sale.

(1) If two or more primary units exist on a single parcel, they shall not be sold separately until an urban lot split application has been approved by the City and a final parcel map recorded.

(d) Limitation on Use.

(1) Lots created pursuant to Article II of this Chapter shall be limited to residential uses only.