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Title 17 — Zoning

Chapter 17.120 — MINOR MODIFICATIONS

Desert Hot Springs Zoning Code · 2026-06 edition · updated 2026-07-25 · Desert Hot Springs

§ 17.120.010. Purpose.

Modification procedures set forth in this chapter are intended to provide a method whereby minor changes may be made to existing, previously approved land use entitlements, without any additional impact or expansion of use or structure(s). (Prior code § 159.60.010)

§ 17.120.020. Application.

Minor modification of a previously approved entitlement requires the approval of the Director, who may establish additional conditions to further the intent of this chapter. Applications for the minor modification shall be on a form proscribed by the Director and shall be filed with Department, pursuant to Chapter 17.68 (Applications and Fees). Any modification request which exceeds the prescribed limitations outlined in this chapter shall require the refiling of the original application and a subsequent hearing by the appropriate review authority. (Prior code § 159.60.020)

§ 17.120.030. Applicability.

The Director may grant a minor modification to an approved permit up to a maximum of 10% governing only the following measurable design/site considerations, which in no case would result in a reduction from any minimum standard outlined in this Zoning Ordinance:

  • A. On-site circulation and parking, loading and landscaping;

  • B. Placement and/or height of walls, fences and structures;

  • C. Reconfiguration of architectural features, including colors, and/or modification of finished materials that do not alter or compromise the previously approved theme; and

  • D. A reduction in density or intensity of a development project. (Prior code § 159.60.030)

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Contents — Desert Hot Springs Zoning Code
Desert Hot Springs Zoning Code
  1. Title 17 — Zoning
    Overview
    1. Chapter 17.04 — GENERAL PROVISIONS
    2. Chapter 17.08 — RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS
    3. Chapter 17.12 — COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS
    4. Chapter 17.14 — MIXED-USE DISTRICTS
    5. Chapter 17.16 — INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS
    6. Chapter 17.18 — VISITOR-SERVING DISTRICTS
    7. Chapter 17.20 — OPEN SPACE
    8. Chapter 17.24 — PUBLIC USE DISTRICTS
    9. Chapter 17.28 — SPA-1-02 DISTRICT
    10. Chapter 17.30 — DESERT HOT SPRINGS RETAIL CENTER SPECIFIC PLAN
    11. Chapter 17.32 — OVERLAY DISTRICTS
    12. Chapter 17.36 — PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (PD) DISTRICT
    13. Chapter 17.40 — PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
    14. Chapter 17.44 — SIGN REGULATIONS
    15. Chapter 17.45 — OUTDOOR ADVERTISING DISPLAYS § 17.45.010. Defi…
    16. Chapter 17.48 — OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING STANDARDS
    17. Chapter 17.52 — OFF-STREET LOADING STANDARDS
    18. Chapter 17.56 — LANDSCAPING STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES
    19. Chapter 17.60 — ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PROGRAM
    20. Chapter 17.64 — ADMINISTRATION
    21. Chapter 17.68 — APPLICATIONS AND FEES
    22. Chapter 17.72 — CERTIFICATES OF OCCUPANCY
    23. Chapter 17.74 — ADMINISTRATIVE USE PERMITS
    24. Chapter 17.76 — CONDITIONAL USE PERMITS
    25. Chapter 17.80 — DESIGN REVIEW
    26. Chapter 17.84 — DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS
    27. Chapter 17.88 — ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS
    28. Chapter 17.92 — DEVELOPMENT PERMITS
    29. Chapter 17.96 — ENFORCEMENT OF PROVISIONS
    30. Chapter 17.100 — GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENTS
    31. Chapter 17.104 — HEARINGS AND APPEALS
    32. Chapter 17.108 — HOME OCCUPANCY PERMITS
    33. Chapter 17.112 — INTERPRETATION
    34. Chapter 17.116 — MINOR EXCEPTIONS
    35. Chapter 17.120 — MINOR MODIFICATIONS
    36. Chapter 17.124 — NONCONFORMING STRUCTURES AND USES
    37. Chapter 17.128 — SPECIFIC PLANS
    38. Chapter 17.132 — SURFACE MINING AND LAND RECLAMATION
    39. Chapter 17.136 — TEMPORARY USE PERMITS
    40. Chapter 17.140 — VARIANCES
    41. Chapter 17.144 — DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES
    42. Chapter 17.148 — SERVICE AND REGULATORY FEES
    43. Chapter 17.152 — CARD CLUBS
    44. Chapter 17.156 — SPECIAL USES
    45. Chapter 17.164 — MOTION PICTURE PRODUCTION
    46. Chapter 17.168 — SEXUALLY ORIENTED BUSINESSES
    47. Chapter 17.173 — GARAGE SALES
    48. Chapter 17.176 — PARADES
    49. Chapter 17.180 — MARIJUANA FACILITIES OPERATION AND LOCATION
    50. Chapter 17.190 — DESERT GATEWAY SPECIFIC PLAN
    51. Chapter 17.200 — COACHILLIN’ SPECIFIC PLAN
    52. Chapter 17.210 — DESERT LAND VENTURES SPECIFIC PLAN
    53. Chapter 17.220 — REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
    54. Chapter 17.230 — TWO BUNCH PALMS SPECIFIC PLAN
    55. Chapter 17.240 — RANCHO DESCANSO, AMD. NO. 1
    56. Chapter 17.250 — DESERT STORAGE SPECIFIC PLAN
    57. Chapter 17.260 — PIERSON COMMERCIAL SPECIFIC PLAN

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