Article 14 — AUTOMATIC REZONING OF SUBDIVIDED LAND
Torrance Zoning Code · 2026-06 edition · ingested 2026-07-07 · Torrance
92.14.1 TENTATIVE TRACT MAP; R-1 ZONE; EXCEPTION. ¶
At the time of a tentative tract map is filed with the Planning Commission as provided in Chapter 2 of Division 9 of this Code, the Planning Commission shall initiate proceedings to change the zone of the land embraced within such tentative tract map to R-1 (single-family residence), unless such land is already zoned R-1, or unless the subdivider files with the Planning Commission a statement in writing that he intends to use said land for other than single-family residences.
92.14.2 PETITION FOR OTHER THAN R-1 ZONING. ¶
In the event said statement of intention is filed, the Planning Commission shall consider the statement as a petition for a change of zone on said land and shall conduct proceedings therefor in accordance with the provisions of Article 1 of Chapter 6 of this Division.