Title 9 — Zoning and Subdivisions
Chapter 9-34 — OS-1 PARKS DISTRICT
Laguna Hills Zoning Code · 2026-06 edition · updated 2026-07-25 · Laguna Hills
§ 9-34.010. Purpose and intent. ¶
The purpose of this zone is to assure the provision and regulation of public and private parklands affording active and passive recreational opportunities to city residents.
(Prior code § 9-21.010; Ord. 98-8 § 2 (part))
§ 9-34.020. Permitted uses. ¶
Table 9-34.020 contains a listing of permitted uses, and accessory uses within the district. Uses in the table are permitted subject to the permit criteria referenced. Any use not included shall be considered prohibited.
| Table 9-34.020 PARK USES |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Uses | Permitted | Accessory | Reference |
| Administrative offce | P | ||
| Amphitheatre | C | ||
| Animals/pets | ♦ | See Chapter9-56 | |
| Athletic feld | S | ||
| Communication facility | ♦ | See Chapter9-58 | |
| Community center | S | ||
| Construction offce | T | ||
| Drainage facility | P | ||
| Equitation facilities/riding and hiking trails |
C | ||
| Fire/police station | C | ||
| Game courts | S | ||
| Golf course/driving range | S | ||
| Government facility | C | ||
| Gymnasium | S | ||
| Maintenance facility | P | ||
| Library, public | S | ||
| Outdoor event | T | ||
| Park, public/private | S | ||
| Riding and hiking trails | S | ||
| Riparian preserve | P | ||
| Senior center | C | ||
| Swim club | C | ||
| Tennis club | C |
Note: Use is permitted subject to issuance of:
C = Conditional use permit (CUP)
S = Site development permit (SDP)
T = Temporary use permit (TUP)
P = Permitted
♦ = Special requirements
(Prior code § 9-21.020; Ord. 98-8 § 2 (part))
§ 9-34.030. Evaluation of projects. ¶
The City Council has adopted a master plan of parks and recreation for the city. The plan assesses the recreation facility and program needs of the community and indicates the priorities of those needs and how they will be met. Any applications for recreation facilities will be reviewed for consistency with the master plan of parks and recreation. (Prior code § 9-21.030; Ord. 98-8 § 2 (part))
§ 9-34.040. Applicable areas. ¶
The regulations and standards contained in this section shall apply to all properties designated as parks on the city zoning map. (Prior code § 9-21.040; Ord. 98-8 § 2 (part))
§ 9-34.050. Standards. ¶
The standards in Table 9-34.050 shall apply to developments within the parks district.
In addition to the city’s site development, building and engineering standards and requirements, several federal and state laws and policies address parkland dedication, equipment safety and facility accessibility such as the Federal Consumer Product Safety Commission Handbook for Play Lot Safety and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
| Table 9-34.050 PARKS ZONING STANDARDS |
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| Item | Standard |
| Minimum lot size | Per parks master plan |
| Minimum lot width & minimum lot depth | 100 ft. |
| Linear facilities | 20 ft. |
| Maximum lot coverage (1) | 25% |
| Maximum density | N/A |
| Maximum height (2) | 35 ft. |
| Building setbacks: | |
| Right-of-way line | 25 ft. |
| Adjoining property lines: | |
| Side | 25 ft. |
| Rear | 25 ft. |
| Minimum open space | 75% |
| Minimum landscape coverage | 50% |
| Building separation | 10 ft. |
| Parking | See Chapter9-44 |
| Signage | See Chapter9-42 |
Notes:
(1) Permanent buildings or structure.
(2) Lighting towers for sports fields may exceed this limit based upon approved plans.
(Prior code § 9-21.050; Ord. 98-8 § 2 (part))
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▸ Title 9 — Zoning and Subdivisions
Overview- Chapter 9-02 — GENERAL PROVISIONS
- Chapter 9-04 — DEFINITIONS
- Chapter 9-06 — GENERAL PLAN
- Chapter 9-08 — SPECIFIC PLANS
- Chapter 9-10 — ZONING DISTRICTS ESTABLISHED
- Chapter 9-11 — OVERLAY DISTRICTS
- Chapter 9-12 — ER ESTATE RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
- Chapter 9-14 — LDR LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
- Chapter 9-16 — MLDR MEDIUM LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
- Chapter 9-18 — MDR MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
- Chapter 9-20 — HDR HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
- Chapter 9-21 — PCR PLANNED COMMUNITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT
- Chapter 9-22 — OP OFFICE PROFESSIONAL DISTRICT
- Chapter 9-24 — VC VILLAGE COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
- Chapter 9-26 — FC FREEWAY COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
- Chapter 9-28 — CC COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
- Chapter 9-29 — NMU NEIGHBORHOOD MIXED USE DISTRICT
- Chapter 9-30 — MXU MIXED USE DISTRICT
- Chapter 9-32 — C/PI COMMUNITY/PRIVATE INSTITUTION DISTRICT
- Chapter 9-34 — OS-1 PARKS DISTRICT
- Chapter 9-36 — OS-2 DRAINAGE FACILITIES DISTRICT
- Chapter 9-38 — OS-3 LANDSCAPE CORRIDORS DISTRICT
- Chapter 9-39 — PC PLANNED COMMUNITY DISTRICT
- Chapter 9-40 — DESIGN REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS
- Chapter 9-41 — OBJECTIVE DESIGN STANDARDS
- Chapter 9-42 — SIGNS AND ADVERTISING DEVICES
- Chapter 9-44 — ACCESS AND PARKING
- Chapter 9-46 — LANDSCAPING STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES
- Chapter 9-47 — LANDSCAPE WATER EFFICIENCY
- Chapter 9-48 — PARKS AND RECREATION DESIGN GUIDELINES
- Chapter 9-50 — HILLSIDE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES
- Chapter 9-52 — GRADING REGULATIONS
- Chapter 9-54 — ADULT ENTERTAINMENT ESTABLISHMENTS
- Chapter 9-56 — ANIMAL REGULATIONS
- Chapter 9-58 — COMMUNICATION FACILITIES
- Chapter 9-60 — HOME OCCUPATIONS
- Chapter 9-62 — TEMPORARY USES
- Chapter 9-64 — COMMUNITY CARE FACILITIES
- Chapter 9-66 — FLOOD MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS
- Chapter 9-68 — ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS
- Chapter 9-70 — ACCESSORY STRUCTURES
- Chapter 9-72 — HOUSING DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVES
- Chapter 9-74 — PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
- Chapter 9-76 — GROWTH MANAGEMENT
- Chapter 9-78 — CONGESTION MANAGEMENT
- Chapter 9-80 — PUBLIC WORKS/ENGINEERING STANDARDS
- Chapter 9-82 — WASTE MANAGEMENT/HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE
- Chapter 9-84 — DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS
- Chapter 9-86 — SUBDIVISIONS
- Chapter 9-87 — RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM CONVERSIONS
- Chapter 9-88 — NONCONFORMING USES AND STRUCTURES
- Chapter 9-90 — ZONING AMENDMENTS
- Chapter 9-92 — APPLICATION PROCESS AND SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
- Chapter 9-93 — REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISA…
- Chapter 9-94 — FEES AND DEPOSITS
- Chapter 9-96 — HEARINGS AND APPEALS
- Chapter 9-98 — CODE COMPLIANCE PROCESS
- Chapter 9-100 — VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES
- Chapter 9-102 — URBAN VILLAGE TRAFFIC IMPACT/MITIGATION FEE PR…
- Chapter 9-103 — MARIJUANA BUSINESSES