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Title 17 — Zoning›Division III — Development and Operational Standards

Chapter 17.16 — PURPOSE AND APPLICABILITY

Rancho Mirage Zoning Code · 2026-06 edition · updated 2026-07-06 · Rancho Mirage

§ 17.16.010. Purpose.

This Division expands upon the standards of Division II (Zoning Districts) by addressing the details of site planning and project design. These standards are intended to ensure that all development:

  • A. Produces a resort/residential desert community with a high quality design;

  • B. Is compatible with existing and future development; and

  • C. Protects the use and enjoyment of neighboring properties, consistent with general plan. (Ord. 777 § 1 (Exh. A, 2002))

§ 17.16.020. Applicability.

The provisions of this Division apply to all proposed development and new land uses.

  • A. These standards shall be considered in combination with the standards for each zoning district in Division II (Zoning Districts). If there is a conflict, the standards specific to the applicable zoning district shall override these performance and general standards, except where these standards provide otherwise.

  • B. All new or modified uses and structures shall comply with all applicable provisions of this division.

  • (Ord. 777 § 1 (Exh. A, 2002))

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▸ Contents — Rancho Mirage Zoning Code
Rancho Mirage Zoning Code
  1. ▸ Title 17 — Zoning
    Overview
    1. Division I — General Provisions
    2. Division II — Zoning Districts
    3. ▸ Division III — Development and Operational Standards
      Overview
      1. Chapter 17.16 — PURPOSE AND APPLICABILITY
      2. Chapter 17.18 — GENERAL PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
      3. Chapter 17.20 — GENERAL PROPERTY AND USE STANDARDS
      4. Chapter 17.22 — AFFORDABLE HOUSING INCENTIVES/DENSITY BONUS PR…
      5. Chapter 17.24 — LANDSCAPING STANDARDS
      6. Chapter 17.26 — PARKING AND LOADING STANDARDS
      7. Chapter 17.28 — SIGNS
      8. Chapter 17.30 — STANDARDS FOR SPECIFIC LAND USES
      9. Chapter 17.32 — WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FACILITIES
      10. Chapter 17.33 — MARIJUANA
    4. Division IV — Permits and Review
    5. Division V — Administration
    6. Division VI — Zoning Definitions

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