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Commission hears limits on temporary shade structures; zoning update flagged for possible changes
Summary
Planning staff told the commission temporary shade structures are allowed only short-term and that accessory covered parking in the front yard is constrained by current setbacks; commissioners asked staff to explore zoning-update options to address equity and practicality.
Planning staff presented an overview of Cathedral City’s current rules for accessory and temporary structures on April 16 and told the Planning Commission that temporary shade structures are permitted only for short durations and that permanent covered parking remains constrained by front‑yard setback rules.
The staff slide deck summarized the R‑1 zoning district building envelope and accessory structure setback rules. Staff said accessory structures (for example, a detached carport or garage) may encroach into side or rear setbacks (commonly to five…
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