Citrus Heights · Land use · Emergency shelter
Where is an emergency shelter allowed in Citrus Heights?
In Citrus Heights, an emergency shelter is needs a permit requirement set by specific use regulations (§ 106.42.090) in 1 (GC) and not allowed in 6 (Citrus Heights use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Needs a permit: GC
- Not allowed: BP, LC, SC, AC, CR and MP
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Citrus Heights Municipal Code use tables (read October 2026). Base zones only. General information, not legal advice — check with the city before you apply.
Zones where an emergency shelter can go
Citrus Heights's code calls this use “Emergency shelter”. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| GC General Commercial | Needs a permit requirement set by specific use regulations (§ 106.42.090) | § 106.26.030 |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- Standards for this use: § 106.42.090 Emergency shelters (section number from the table; not in the supplied text).
- State law: State law (Gov. Code § 65583, SB 2) requires every city to allow emergency shelters by right in at least one zone.
- Overlay zones and specific plans can change the answer for a lot.
Other uses in Citrus Heights
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have an emergency shelter in the GC zone in Citrus Heights?
Only with a permit requirement set by specific use regulations (§ 106.42.090). Citrus Heights's use table lists it that way in GC (General Commercial) (§ 106.26.030).
Can I have an emergency shelter in the BP zone in Citrus Heights?
No. Citrus Heights's use table does not allow it in BP (Business and Professional Office) (§ 106.26.030).
General information, not legal advice.
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