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Title 20

Part 1 — Riverfront Overlay Zone (-R)

Cudahy Zoning Code · 2026-07 edition · updated 2026-07-06 · Cudahy

20.32.010 Intent and purpose.

Regional planning efforts look to transform the 51-mile stretch of the Los Angeles River by restoring some of its natural functions for groundwater recharge and habitat. The city wishes to capitalize on its adjacency to the river and opportunities for riverfront development. If regional or subregional plans lead to the envisioned river transformation, the Riverfront Overlay Zone allows for high density residential and introduction of mixed-use commercial development along the river’s edge. Implementation of this overlay is contingent upon validation of a strong market need for those development types along the river. The creation of this overlay zone is intended as a

The Cudahy Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 764, passed November 4, 2025.

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holding zone dependent on pending plans for riverfront transformation. The intent is that the Riverfront Overlay Zone be applied in a comprehensive fashion. (Ord. 690 § 4 (Exh. A), 2018).

20.32.020 Applicability.

The Riverfront Overlay Zone shall be applied in the same manner as property is reclassified from one zone classification to another, as set forth in Chapter 20.84 CMC. When a Riverfront Overlay Zone is created, it shall be designated upon the zoning map of the city as an -R Zone. (Ord. 690 § 4 (Exh. A), 2018).

20.32.030 Development standards.

Development standards for the Riverfront Overlay Zone are intended to be flexible. Any application shall set forth the intended uses and development plan and shall demonstrate that the plans conform to the intent and purpose of the zone. Prior to implementation of the Riverfront Overlay Zone, the city will determine if increased development potential can be adequately served by the mobility system and supportive infrastructure. (Ord. 690 § 4 (Exh. A), 2018).

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  1. ▸ Title 20
    Overview
    1. Chapter 20.04 — G2016.GENERAL PROVISIONS
    2. Chapter 20.08 — ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT
    3. Chapter 20.12
    4. Chapter 20.16
    5. Chapter 20.20
    6. Chapter 20.24 — PARKS, SCHOOLS, AND LOS ANGELES RIVER
    7. Chapter 20.28 — MIXED-USE ZONES
    8. Chapter 20.30
    9. Chapter 20.32 — OVERLAY ZONES
    10. Part 1 — Riverfront Overlay Zone (-R)
    11. Part 2 — Urban Agriculture Overlay Zone
    12. Part 3 — Miscellaneous
    13. Part 1 — Adult-Oriented Businesses – Sexually Oriented Busines…
    14. Part 2 — Alcohol Sales
    15. Part 6 — Condominium Conversions
    16. Part 12 — Massage Establishments and Services
    17. Part 13 — Mobile Home Parks
    18. Part 14 — Service Stations
    19. Part 15 — Tobacco Shops and Smoking Lounges
    20. Part 16 — Transitional Uses
    21. Part 18 — Wireless Communications Facilities
    22. Part 1 — Adult-Oriented Businesses – Sexually Oriented Busines…
    23. Part 2 — Alcohol Sales
    24. Part 3 — Amusement Arcades or Cyber Cafes/Computer Labs
    25. Part 4 — Child Day Care Facilities and Large Family Day Care H…
    26. Part 5 — Condominiums
    27. Part 6 — Condominium Conversions
    28. Part 7 — Drive-Through Establishments
    29. Part 8 — Emergency Shelters and Low-Barrier Navigation Centers
    30. Part 9 — Hotels and Motels
    31. Part 10 — Housing Incentives
    32. Part 11 — Live/Work Units
    33. Part 12 — Massage Establishments and Services
    34. Part 13 — Mobile Home Parks
    35. Part 14 — Service Stations
    36. Part 15 — Tobacco Shops and Smoking Lounges
    37. Part 16 — Transitional Uses
    38. Part 17 — Urban Agriculture and Keeping of Animals
    39. Part 18 — Wireless Communications Facilities
    40. Part 19 — Replacement Housing
    41. Part 20 — Accessory Dwelling Units
    42. Part 8 — Amendments to the General Plan, Zoning Code Text, and…
    43. Part 9 — Development Agreements
    44. Part 10 — Reasonable Accommodation
    45. Part 11 — California Environmental Quality Act Implementation
    46. Part 12 — Accessory Dwelling Unit Design Variance
    47. Part 1 — General Provisions
    48. Part 2 — Development Review Permits
    49. Part 3 — Zoning Clearance
    50. Part 4 — Temporary Use Permits
    51. Part 5 — Minor Deviation – Minor Conditional Use Permits (Alco…
    52. Part 6 — Planned Development Permit
    53. Part 7 — Specific Plans
    54. Part 8 — Amendments to the General Plan, Zoning Code Text, and…
    55. Part 9 — Development Agreements
    56. Part 10 — Reasonable Accommodation
    57. Part 11 — California Environmental Quality Act Implementation
    58. Part 12 — Accessory Dwelling Unit Design Variance
    59. Part 13 — Off-Menu Density Bonus Concession Permit

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