6696 Mosquito Rd, Placerville, CA 95667

Open Space Zone

The OS Zone is applied to set aside for primarily open space purposes including, but not limited to, the protection of rare and endangered plant or animal habitat; wildlife habitat, such as critical winter deer range and migration corridors; sensitive riparian areas; oak woodlands; visual resources as a part of a development plan or along a designated scenic corridor; and watersheds and groundwater recharge areas. Intensive agriculture is not compatible, although low intensity agriculture such as seasonal grazing may be compatible. Recreational uses that have little impact and do not require substantial permanent structures or facilities are also compatible; The OS Zone can also designate land set aside to protect agricultural lands covered by an open space easement or as a part of a development plan in an Agricultural District, as identified on the General Plan land use maps, or on other identified agricultural lands.; Where the OS Zone is applied as part of a development plan, the uses allowed under the development plan permit are allowed, including a full range of recreational facilities.; Where the County determines it is necessary or in the public interest, limited infrastructure, including but not limited to, roads, water, wastewater, drainage facilities and other utilities are expressly allowed in the OS zone.