American Canyon · Land use · Growing crops
Where is growing crops (agriculture) allowed in American Canyon?
In American Canyon, growing crops (agriculture) is allowed in 3 base zones (RE, OS-CRW and REC), needs a conditional use permit (approval by planning commission) in 1 (RRH) and not allowed in 9 (American Canyon use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Allowed: RE, OS-CRW and REC
- Needs a permit: RRH
- Not allowed: RR, RS, RM, RH, CN, CC, LI, GI and 1 more
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the American Canyon Municipal Code use tables (read October 2026). Base zones only. General information, not legal advice — check with the city before you apply.
Zones where growing crops (agriculture) can go
American Canyon's code calls this use “Crop production”. Each row links to the use table it comes from. A zone marked “see note” has a condition in the code, for example upper floors only or a larger lot.
| Zone | Status | Code |
|---|---|---|
| RE Residential Estate | Allowed | Division 2 — ZONING DISTRICT PERMITTED USES AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS |
| OS-CRW | Allowed | Division 2 — ZONING DISTRICT PERMITTED USES AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS |
| REC | Allowed | Division 2 — ZONING DISTRICT PERMITTED USES AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS |
| RRH | Needs a conditional use permit (approval by planning commission) | Division 2 — ZONING DISTRICT PERMITTED USES AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- Separate rows: 'Animal husbandry', 'Horticulture, limited' (accessory, residential P).
- Overlay zones and specific plans can change the answer for a lot.
Other uses in American Canyon
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have growing crops (agriculture) in the RRH zone in American Canyon?
Only with a conditional use permit (approval by planning commission). American Canyon's use table lists it that way in RRH (Division 2 — ZONING DISTRICT PERMITTED USES AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS).
Can I have growing crops (agriculture) in the RR zone in American Canyon?
No. American Canyon's use table does not allow it in RR (Rural Residential) (Division 2 — ZONING DISTRICT PERMITTED USES AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS).
Can I have growing crops (agriculture) in the RE zone in American Canyon?
Yes. American Canyon's use table lists it as allowed in RE (Residential Estate) (Division 2 — ZONING DISTRICT PERMITTED USES AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS).
General information, not legal advice.
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