Chapter 92.00 — Zoning Regulations
§ 92.19
Palm Springs Zoning Code · 2026-06 edition · updated 2026-07-25 · Palm Springs
§ 92.19.00. "N" noise impact and nonsuit covenant combining zone. ¶
A. The purpose of the "N" noise impact and nonsuit covenant combining zone is to identify properties which may be affected by noise, vibration, odors, smoke, air quality changes or other results attendant to any airport in which area development may be allowed.
B. "N" zones may be established only in conjunction (by prefix symbol) with other zones and will be related to areas surrounding an airport which may be sensitive to noise, vibration, odors, smoke, air quality changes or other results attendant to such airport.
C. The following requirements shall apply in an "N" zone. No permit, approval or other entitlement shall be issued or given for construction of any new structure, unless the following conditions have been met or guaranteed:
A standard "avigation easement and nonsuit covenant," in form prescribed and approved by the city attorney, has been provided by and with reference to present and future owners of the parcel of land on which the structure is to be located.
Construction of any residential unit will meet minimum soundproofing requirements prescribed pursuant to Section 1092 (and related sections, if any) of Title 25, California Administrative Code.
D. The following noise-sensitive uses shall not be permitted and are expressly prohibited in the "N" zone.
Churches;
Elderly board and care facilities;
Hospitals/convalescent homes/assisted living facilities;
Libraries;
Mobilehomes/mobilehome parks;
Performing arts facilities;
Recreational vehicle parks;
Schools, all types;
TV and radio studios.
(Ord. 1294, 1988; Ord. 1347, 1990; Ord. 1551, 1998)
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