Irvine Municipal Code Ch. 3-2 Land Use Regulations

The land use categories established in this division are for purposes of zoning. The analysis of traffic impacts related to the development of any project shall be evaluated in accordance with the adopted Irvine Transportation Analysis Model (ITAM) land use categories and trip rates. Under each land use category in the matrix contained in Section 3-3-1 is a list of permitted and conditionally permitted uses. When exceptions have been established, they are indicated by an endnote. If a proposed use is not listed, a use determination is required in accordance with Chapter 2-35 to determine if the proposed use is similar to a listed use. Unless the proposed use is determined to be similar to a listed use, it shall be considered a prohibited use. Conditionally permitted uses in this section require applications in accordance with Chapter 2-9. Hearing responsibility for conditional use permits is designated in Chapter 2-23. Home occupation permit regulations are contained in Chapter 2-14. Land use development standards are listed under each zoning category in Chapter 3-37. Special land use development requirements for each planning area are included in Division 9.

(Code 1976, § V.E-300.1; Ord. No. 92-3, 4-14-92; Ord. No. 94-7, § 3, 6-14-94)