276 Goodan Ct, Springville, CA 93265

Mountain Residential Zone

The Mountain Residential Zone is intended primarily for the mountain areas of Tulare County where residential uses may be located in environmentally sensitive surroundings. This zone is also considered appropriate in those areas where residential uses are of a primarily second home or recreational character. These areas are generally identified in the General Plan as Mountain Residential, with various minimum lot area requirements. The purposes of this district are:To establish a minimum lot area and density which reflects prevailing conditions with regard to topography, soil, water and other environmental factors.; To allow residential uses in the mountain area in a manner which minimizes impacts on the natural habitat of native animal and plant species. ; To protect the unique characteristics of mountain communities.; To protect the developed areas against wildland fire, soil instability and other natural and man made hazards.; To promote growth which is harmonious with available public facilities and services.; To allow uses reflecting a rural character which involve the raising of limited numbers of domesticated farm or range animals.