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Chapter 94.00 — Procedures

§ 94.01

Palm Springs Zoning Code · 2026-06 edition · updated 2026-07-25 · Palm Springs

§ 94.01.00. Similar uses permitted by commission determination.

Sections 94.01.01 and 94.01.02 contain the purpose and procedures for zoning uses permitted by commission determination.

(Ord. 1294, 1988; Editorially amended during codification)

§ 94.01.01. Purpose.

It is recognized that in the development of a comprehensive zoning ordinance:

  • A. Not all uses of land can be listed, nor can all future uses be anticipated; or

  • B. A "use" may have been omitted from the list of those specified as permissible in each of the various zones herein designated; or

  • C. Ambiguity may arise concerning the appropriate classification of a particular use within the meaning and intent of this Zoning Code.

Hence, the phrase "other uses which the commission may determine to be similar to those listed above and not more obnoxious or detrimental to other uses permitted in the zone or to the public health, safety and welfare" appears under "uses permitted" in each zone. (Ord. 1294, 1988)

§ 94.01.02. Procedure.

  • A. When an unlisted use is proposed for a particular zone or when classification of an unlisted use is requested, it shall be the duty of the commission to ascertain all pertinent facts concerning such use and by resolution of record set forth its findings and the reasons for designating a specific classification for such use. A newly-designated use, as approved by the planning commission, shall be considered as an addition to the zoning ordinance at an appropriate time following when other general amendments are also being considered.

  • B. Findings.

In permitting or classifying an unlisted use, the commission shall first make a finding that all of the following conditions exist:

  1. That the use is in keeping with the stated intent and purpose of the zone; and

  2. That field investigations have disclosed that the subject use and its operation are compatible with the uses permitted in the zone wherein it is proposed to be located; and

    1. That the subject use is similar to one or more uses permitted in the zone within which it is proposed to be located; and

    2. That the subject use will not cause substantial injury to the values of property in the zone within which it is proposed to be located.

  • C. Appeal.

The procedure for appeal of a commission determination shall be pursuant to Chapter 2.05 of the Palm Springs Municipal Code.

(Ord. 1294, 1988; Ord. 1553, 1998)

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▸ Contents — Palm Springs Zoning Code
Palm Springs Zoning Code
  1. Chapter 91.00 — Introduction and Definitions
  2. Chapter 92.00 — Zoning Regulations
  3. Chapter 93.00 — General Conditions
  4. ▸ Chapter 94.00 — Procedures
    Overview
    1. § 94.01
    2. § 94.02
    3. § 94.03
    4. § 94.04
    5. § 94.05
    6. § 94.06
    7. § 94.07
    8. § 94.08
    9. § 94.09
    10. § 94.10
    11. § 94.11
    12. § 94.12

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