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Inyo County — Zoning

Zoning under the Inyo County local zoning and planning code, with the controlling citations.

Last reviewed: July 6, 2026

Overview

Inyo County’s zoning ordinance is Title 18 of the County Code and applies only in the unincorporated areas outside incorporated cities. It assigns each parcel a base zoning district and, where relevant, adds overlay districts that tailor what’s allowed and the dimensional rules that apply. The county’s official zoning map is maintained by the Planning Department and County Clerk; zoning districts and their boundaries on that map carry the force of the ordinance.

Plain-English rule of thumb: if a use isn’t listed as permitted or conditionally permitted in your mapped district (or an applicable overlay), it isn’t allowed. Any license or permit issued in conflict with the zoning rules is void.

Use this page together with the county’s zoning & planning overview, your parcel’s land-use designation in the Land Use layer, the county’s Development Standards, Parking, Design Review, Overlay Districts, and Signage pages.

How zoning is organized in unincorporated Inyo County

  • Title: Zoning Ordinance of the County of Inyo (Title 18).
  • Districts enumerated: OS, R-1, R-2, R-3, RR, RR-0.5 (Starlite), CB, C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4, C-5, M-1, M-2, PP, PUD, D, P, and the SAHO overlay; additional overlays include Airport Hazard (AH) and special-purpose overlays noted below.
  • Zoning map: “Zoning Map of the County of Inyo” on file with the County Clerk and Planning Department; boundary uncertainties are decided by the Board of Supervisors.

Quick-reference: core residential standards (unincorporated areas)

District Typical permitted uses Min. lot Setbacks (front/side/rear) Height Parking Code Reference
R-1 (One-Family) One single-family dwelling (incl. mobilehome); gardens; transitional/supportive/group homes 5,800 sf; 50 ft avg width 25 ft / 5 ft / 20 ft 2.5 stories or 35 ft 2 per dwelling § 18.30.030; § 18.30.060; § 18.30.070; § 18.30.080; § 18.30.110
R-2 (Duplex/Multiple) Single-family; two SFDs; duplex (incl. mobilehomes); gardens; transitional/supportive/group homes 6,500 sf; 50 ft width 25 ft / 5 ft / 20 ft 3 stories or 40 ft 2 per dwelling § 18.33.020; § 18.33.050–.060; § 18.33.080–.090
R-3 (Multiple) SFD; duplex; multifamily (units per General Plan); SRO; residential care; transitional/supportive/group homes 10,000 sf; 75 ft width 15 ft (25 ft if abutting R-1/R-2, with limited exception) / 5 ft per story / 15 ft 3 stories or 40 ft 2 per unit + 1 guest/4 units § 18.34.020; § 18.34.050(A–H)
RR (Rural Residential) One SFD; orchards, crops, nurseries, gardens; transitional/supportive/group homes 1 acre; 125 ft width 50 ft / 20 ft / 30 ft 2.5 stories or 30 ft 2 per dwelling § 18.21.020; § 18.21.050(B–H)
RR-0.5 (Starlite) One SFD; orchards, crops, nurseries, gardens; transitional/supportive/group homes 0.5 acre; 100 ft width 25 ft / 5 ft / 25 ft 2.5 stories or 30 ft 2 per dwelling § 18.22.020; § 18.22.050
OS (Open Space) SFD incl. mobilehome; farms/ranches; wildlife refuges; wilderness uses 40 acres; 500 ft width 50 ft / 50 ft / 50 ft 2.5 stories or 30 ft (farm/ranch bldgs up to 60 ft) 2 per dwelling § 18.12.010–.020; § 18.12.050

Notes:

  • In the RR district, the Darwin Townsite allows substitution of R-1 yard standards on certain historic, substandard parcels; parcel mergers there follow the Darwin Specific Plan process.
  • Objective residential rules are supplemented by countywide general regulations for accessory buildings, fences, and home occupations (see Chapter 18.78 cited in district provisions).

Commercial and industrial standards at a glance

  • Commercial districts are governed by their individual chapters and by general commercial rules in § 18.42.010.
District Purpose / typical uses Key site/height rules FAR / Res. density Parking (typical) Code Reference
CB (Central Business) Mixed small retail/service/office; multifamily and mixed-use allowed Min lot 10,000 sf; 50 ft width; yards 0/0/0; height 3 stories or 40 ft FAR 1.0; 7.6–24 du/ac 1/400 sf (director may adjust) § 18.44.010–.020; § 18.44.050; § 18.42.010
C-1 (General Commercial–Retail) Not found in retrieved materials (permitted use list) Min lot 10,000 sf; 75 ft width; yards none unless abutting R (then 20 ft); height 3 stories or 40 ft (20 ft within 50 ft of R) FAR 40–60% (RC GP); 7.6–24 du/ac 1/400 sf (director may adjust) § 18.45.050–.100
C-2 (Highway/Tourist) Enclosed retail, services, lodging, fuel; some outdoor sales by CUP Min lot 10,000 sf; 75 ft width; front 25 ft; sides 0; rear 0 (20 ft if abutting R); height 3 stories/40 ft (20 ft within 50 ft of R) FAR 40–60% (RC GP); 7.6–24 du/ac 1/300 sf (director may adjust) § 18.48.010–.020; § 18.48.050–.100
C-3 (Admin/Prof Offices) Offices; banks; clinics; SRO; supportive housing Min lot 7,500 sf; 60 ft width; no yards (match R yards if abutting R); height 3 stories or 40 ft 7.6–24 du/ac 1/200 sf (director may adjust) § 18.51.020; § 18.51.050
C-4 (Heavy Commercial) Warehousing, trade shops, yards; SRO Yards 0/0/0 (with R adjacency rules); height 3 stories or 40 ft FAR 0.4–1.0 (HC/CS GP); 0.5–1.2 (LI/GI GP); 7.6–24 du/ac Per use/employee (director may adjust) § 18.49.020; § 18.49.050
C-5 (Commercial Recreation) Hotels, lodges, resort services; agriculture and SRO Min lot 5 acres; 350 ft width; yards 25/20/20; height 2.5 stories or 30 ft Base 1 du/2.5 ac; clustered up to 24 du/ac 1/unit (lodging); 1/300 sf (public floor); 1/employee § 18.54.010–.020; § 18.54.050
M-1 (General Industrial & Extractive) Manufacturing; warehousing; rail; airports; caretaker units Min lot 20,000 sf; 100 ft width; yards 25/10/15; height ≤35 ft within 500 ft of R or C; >40 ft needs approval FAR 0.4–1.0 (HC/CS GP); 0.5–1.2 (LI/GI GP) 1 per full-time employee + guest/loading § 18.57.020–.030; § 18.57.090–.120
M-2 (Light Industrial) Light manufacturing; warehousing; terminals; labs Min lot 0.5 ac; 75 ft width; yards generally 0/0/0 (with R/mobilehome exceptions); height 3 stories or 40 ft FAR 0.4–1.0 (HC/CS GP); 0.5–1.2 (LI/GI GP) 1 per full-time employee + customer/loading § 18.56.010–.020; § 18.56.050

Tip: Where this table shows “per director” parking, also review countywide Parking guidance and any adopted policy updates. Many commercial and industrial uses also reference the county sign code (Chapter 18.75) — see Signage.

District-by-district details (unincorporated areas)

OS — Open Space

  • Purpose: Protect mountainous/desert landscapes and agriculture; allow compatible multiple use.
  • Typical permitted: SFD (incl. mobilehome), farms/ranches, wildlife refuges, wilderness areas; animal hospitals where not adjacent to residential.
  • Key standards: 40 acres min lot, 50 ft setbacks all sides, 30 ft max height (farm/ranch buildings up to 60 ft).
  • Where applied: Parcels mapped Open Space on the zoning map; often larger rural holdings.

R-1 — One-Family Residence

  • Purpose: Established and new single-family neighborhoods.
  • Typical permitted: One single-family dwelling (including mobilehome); gardens; transitional/supportive/group homes.
  • Key standards: Lot 5,800 sf min; setbacks 25/5/20 ft; height 2.5 stories or 35 ft; 2 parking spaces per dwelling.
  • Where applied: R-1 mapped neighborhoods in unincorporated towns and rural communities.

R-2 — Multiple Residential (medium density)

  • Purpose: Duplex and small multi-unit areas.
  • Typical permitted: SFD; two SFD on a lot; duplex; transitional/supportive/group homes.
  • Key standards: Lot 6,500 sf; setbacks 25/5/20 ft; height 3 stories or 40 ft; parking 2 per dwelling.
  • Where applied: Mapped R-2 areas close to services and mixed-use corridors.

R-3 — Multiple Residential (higher density)

  • Purpose: Apartments, townhouses, condos, mobilehome parks beyond R-2 densities. Units ultimately controlled by General Plan density.
  • Typical permitted: Multifamily dwellings; SRO; residential care; supportive/transitional/group homes.
  • Key standards: Lot 10,000 sf, 75 ft width; setbacks generally 15/5 per story/15 ft with R-1/R-2 frontage at 25 ft; height 3 stories or 40 ft; parking 2 per unit plus 1/4 units guest.
  • Where applied: Higher intensity residential nodes designated by the zoning map and General Plan.

RR — Rural Residential

  • Purpose: Estate-scale single-family with compatible small-scale agriculture and largely self-sustaining services.
  • Typical permitted: One SFD (incl. mobilehome); orchards/crops/nurseries/gardens; transitional/supportive/group homes.
  • Key standards: Lot 1 acre, 125 ft width; setbacks 50/20/30 ft; height 2.5 stories or 30 ft; parking 2 per dwelling. Darwin Townsite: may use R-1 yards on specified historic substandard lots.
  • Where applied: Rural neighborhoods at the edges of unincorporated communities; see map.

RR-0.5 — Starlite Estates (special RR)

  • Purpose: Low-density single-family with some agriculture in the Starlite Estates area.
  • Typical permitted: One SFD (incl. mobilehome); orchards/crops; transitional/supportive/group homes.
  • Key standards: Lot 0.5 acre; setbacks 25/5/25 ft; height 2.5 stories or 30 ft; 2 parking spaces.
  • Where applied: Only in Starlite Estates and adjoining mapped private lands.

CB — Central Business

  • Purpose: Mixed-use town centers with a range of commercial uses and multifamily.
  • Typical permitted: Broad retail/services, offices, lodging, mixed-use, multifamily; mobile food facilities allowed when meeting Chapter 18.61.
  • Key standards: Yards 0/0/0; height 3 stories or 40 ft; FAR 1.0; density 7.6–24 du/ac; parking typically 1/400 sf.
  • Where applied: Mapped central business districts in unincorporated towns.

C-1 — General Commercial–Retail

  • Purpose: Retail- and service-oriented commercial areas. Principal permitted uses: Not found in retrieved materials.
  • Key standards: Min lot 10,000 sf; yards none unless abutting R (20 ft); height 3 stories or 40 ft (or 20 ft within 50 ft of R); FAR 40–60% (RC GP); density 7.6–24 du/ac; parking 1/400 sf.
  • Where applied: Mapped general retail corridors. Verify permitted use lists with the Planning Department (not found in retrieved materials).

C-2 — Highway Services & Tourist Commercial

  • Purpose: Highway- and visitor-oriented retail/services; some outdoor uses by CUP.
  • Typical permitted: Enclosed retail/services, motels, gas stations, SRO, and mobile food facilities per Chapter 18.61.
  • Key standards: Front 25 ft; sides 0; rear 0 (or 20 ft next to R); height 3 stories or 40 ft (or 20 ft within 50 ft of R); FAR 40–60%; density 7.6–24 du/ac.
  • Where applied: Highway frontages and tourist nodes outside cities.

C-3 — Administrative & Professional Offices

  • Purpose: Office districts compatible with nearby uses; some residential forms.
  • Typical permitted: Offices; banks; clinics/labs; SRO; supportive/transitional/group homes.
  • Key standards: No required yards (match R yards if abutting R); height 3 stories or 40 ft; parking 1/200 sf; density 7.6–24 du/ac.
  • Where applied: Professional corridors or civic areas per map.

C-4 — Heavy Commercial

  • Purpose: Wholesale, storage, and trade shops; some residential forms (SRO).
  • Typical permitted: Warehouses; contractor’s yards; trade shops; animal hospitals/kennels; SRO.
  • Key standards: Urban-form yards 0/0/0 with adjacency exceptions; height 3 stories or 40 ft; FAR tied to GP (0.4–1.2 range).
  • Where applied: Heavier commercial/service areas buffered from residential.

C-5 — Commercial Recreation

  • Purpose: Resort/lodge, recreation, and traveler services (with agriculture).
  • Typical permitted: Hotels, lodges, restaurants, general store, riding stables, service stations; SRO.
  • Key standards: Lot 5 acres; setbacks 25/20/20 ft; height 2.5 stories or 30 ft; base density 1 du/2.5 ac (cluster up to 24 du/ac).
  • Where applied: Mapped resort nodes near recreation corridors.

M-1 — General Industrial & Extractive

  • Purpose: Manufacturing, warehousing, mining, and related uses.
  • Typical permitted: Agriculture; rail yards; airports; manufacturing; limited employee-serving retail; caretaker mobilehomes.
  • Key standards: Lot 20,000 sf; setbacks 25/10/15 ft; height limited to 35 ft within 500 ft of R/C (taller by approval); FAR per GP (0.4–1.2).
  • Where applied: Industrial parks/corridors and extractive areas per map.

M-2 — Light Industrial

  • Purpose: Smaller-scale, indoor-oriented manufacturing and storage.
  • Typical permitted: Light industrial; warehousing; trucking terminal; labs; public/quasi-public uses.
  • Key standards: Lot 0.5 ac; generally 0-setback urban form with R/mobilehome exceptions; height 3 stories or 40 ft; FAR per GP (0.4–1.2).
  • Where applied: Light industrial areas designated on the zoning map.

PP — Precise Plan (combined district)

  • Purpose: Combine with a base zone to require an approved “precise plan” before construction.
  • How it works: Uses follow the base zone; the approved precise plan controls yards, access, parking, landscaping, lighting, signs, and other site features. Modifications need Planning Commission approval.

PUD — Planned Unit Development (reclassifies property)

  • Purpose: Enable integrated, master-planned development with customized standards by ordinance adoption (generally min 4 acres).
  • Process: Pre-application conference; Commission hearing with findings; Board adoption (reclassifies the site); final development plan recorded and governs permits; notation added to zoning map.

D — Architectural Design Review Board District

  • What it does: Requires Architectural Board review of exterior design in mapped D districts; Planning Commission also reviews building/site/operational plans for certain uses. Board composition and criteria are set in § 18.69.
  • Submittals: Site plan, elevations/perspectives, and an operations statement are required for Commission plan review.
  • Use-by-right preserved: Review focuses on design, location, color, and operations — not whether the use itself is allowed. See Design Review.

P — Public District

  • Purpose: Lands owned/used by government for public or quasi-public purposes (parks, schools, utilities, public buildings).
  • Uses: Public agency facilities as permitted by law and consistent with the General Plan.

Overlay districts (unincorporated areas)

  • SAHO — Snow Avalanche Hazard Overlay: Alerts owners to mapped avalanche hazard; prohibits avalanche-control structures that would deflect danger onto others; notifications are mailed/recorded; removal requires expert evidence via rezoning petition. See Overlay Districts.

  • AH — Airport Hazard Overlay: Establishes FAA Part 77 surfaces and the runway protection zone; regulates heights and certain land uses near airports; many projects require FAA referral for comment prior to county action; most stringent rule prevails when conflicts arise.

  • DB — Density Bonus Overlay: Implements State Density Bonus Law; if zoning and General Plan densities conflict, the General Plan governs.

  • Nongroundwater-Neutral Agricultural Use Overlay: Requires CUP and water-use controls for agricultural uses in overdrafted basins; underlying uses and standards still apply.

  • SB 9 — Two-Unit Development (Bishop urbanized area only in single-family zones): Ministerial approval for up to two primary units on a parcel zoned single-family in mapped portions of the Bishop urbanized area (unincorporated only; excludes City of Bishop and Bishop Paiute Reservation). Objective zoning and design standards apply, but fronts can be reduced to 10 ft, sides/rears to 5 ft (or 4 ft if needed to fit 800 sf units). One off-street parking space per unit is required unless near transit or car share; deed restrictions limit short-term rentals.

Cross-cutting rules to know

  • Definitions (yards, uses, etc.) in Chapter 18.06 govern how to measure and apply standards.
  • “Minimum lot size—Generally” allows pairing a larger minimum than the base standard where established.
  • Signs and many conditional uses refer to Chapter 18.75; see Signage. Multiple districts also cite Chapter 18.78 for home occupations, accessory buildings, and fences.
  • ADUs are permitted in all residential and mixed-use zones; where local standards conflict with state law, state law controls. For statewide context, see California ADU law.
  • Variances/appeals are processed under Chapter 18.81 (hardship findings required). See also Design Review for submittal expectations.

Checklist

  • Confirm your parcel’s mapped zoning district(s) and any overlays on the official zoning map; resolve boundary questions early.
  • Identify whether your use is listed as permitted or conditional in your district; if not listed, Planning makes a “similar use” determination.
  • Check dimensional standards (lot size, setbacks, height) against the base district, and any overlay modifications; document compliance on your site plan.
  • Verify parking, signage, and any Development Standards that apply across districts.
  • If in a D district or a use that triggers plan review, prepare design submittals (site plan, elevations, operations statement) for Design Review.
  • If seeking SB 9 in the Bishop urbanized area, confirm you’re in a qualifying single-family zone and meet the objective standards (setbacks, utilities, deed restriction).
  • For ADUs, confirm that local standards don’t preclude state-mandated minimums; consult California ADU law.
  • If near airports or in avalanche-prone areas, check AH/SAHO overlay constraints and any FAA or hazard notifications.

Risks & Ambiguities

Issue Why it matters What to verify
Zoning map boundary uncertainty Controls which district standards apply File a clarification request; Board determines boundaries when uncertain.
C-1 permitted use list Not found in retrieved materials Contact Planning for the current § 18.45 permitted uses; don’t assume a retail/service use is allowed. Not found in retrieved materials
R-3 density “per General Plan” The zone defers to GP for unit count Cross-check your GP land-use designation before planning unit yield.
SB 9 applicability area Limited to the Bishop urbanized area and specific single-family zones Confirm SB 9 map boundary and underlying zone; apply SB 9’s reduced setbacks as allowed.
Overlay interactions (AH, SAHO, DB, water-use overlay) Overlays can add height, hazard, or permit conditions Pull all overlays for your parcel and integrate their rules into your plan.
Design Review triggers Adds design submittal and approval layers If you’re in a D district or a use flagged for plan review, coordinate early with staff.

Plain-English Summary

If your property is in unincorporated Inyo County, your allowed uses and the basic “box” you can build (lot size, setbacks, and height) come from your zoning district on the county zoning map. Some places also have overlays like airport hazard or avalanche zones that add extra rules. When in doubt, check your map, match your project to the district’s permitted uses, measure against the district’s setbacks/height, and coordinate with Planning for any design review, overlays, or special programs like SB 9 or ADUs.

Source References

  • Title 18 (Zoning Ordinance): § 18.03.010–.100; § 18.06 (Definitions)
  • Districts enumerated; zoning map rules: § 18.03.050–.090
  • Residential districts: R-1 (§ 18.30.010–.110), R-2 (§ 18.33.010–.090), R-3 (§ 18.34.010–.050), RR (§ 18.21.010–.070), RR-0.5 (§ 18.22.010–.050)
  • OS — Open Space: § 18.12.010–.050
  • Commercial general and specific: § 18.42.010; CB § 18.44.010–.050; C-1 § 18.45.050–.100; C-2 § 18.48.010–.100; C-3 § 18.51.020–.050; C-4 § 18.49.020–.050; C-5 § 18.54.010–.050
  • Industrial: M-1 § 18.57.010–.120; M-2 § 18.56.010–.050
  • Combined/overlay districts: PP § 18.63.010–.080; PUD § 18.66.010–.110; D § 18.69.030–.060; P § 18.72.010–.030; SAHO § 18.64.010–.060; AH § 18.62.020, .080–.090; DB § 18.65.010–.060; Nongroundwater overlay § 18.67.010–.050; SB 9 § 18.84.010–.040
  • ADUs (countywide statement): § 18.78.340; statewide background: California ADU law
  • Cross-references for signage and design review: Chapter 18.75 (referenced throughout); Design Review (informational)

Sources

Retrieved passages

  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) High relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) High relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (Chapter 18.81.) Medium relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 18.03.080.) Medium relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 2) Medium relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) Medium relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 18.57.070.) Medium relevance
  • CBC § 5020.1 (Chapter 12.75) Medium relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (chapter to) High relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) High relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) High relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 18.48.050.) High relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) High relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) Medium relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (Chapter 3) Medium relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) High relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (Chapter 18.66.) High relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 18.64.060.) High relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) High relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 18.64.040.) High relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 18.06.820.) High relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) High relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) High relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) High relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) High relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) High relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) Medium relevance
  • CBC § 66314 (§ 66314) Medium relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) Medium relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 18.51.020.) Medium relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) Medium relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (Title 18.) Medium relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) High relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) Medium relevance
  • Inyo County Zoning Code (§ 4) Medium relevance

Cited sections

Frequently asked questions

What can I build on an R-1 lot in Inyo County?

R-1 allows one single-family dwelling (including a single-family mobilehome), gardens, and transitional/supportive/group homes. Setbacks are generally 25 ft front, 5 ft sides, and 20 ft rear, with a 2.5-story or 35-ft height limit and two off-street parking spaces per dwelling.

What are the setbacks and lot size in the Rural Residential (RR) district?

RR requires a minimum 1-acre lot (125-ft width), with 50-ft front, 20-ft side, and 30-ft rear setbacks. Max height is 2.5 stories or 30 ft, and two parking spaces per dwelling are required. A special rule allows R-1 yards on certain historic substandard lots in the Darwin Townsite.

Do I need design review for my project?

If your property lies in a mapped D (Architectural Design Review Board) district or if your use triggers plan review, you’ll need to submit a site plan, elevations, and an operations statement for review. The board focuses on architectural compatibility; Planning Commission plan review addresses site layout and operations.

Where can I see my zoning and overlays?

The official “Zoning Map of the County of Inyo” is on file with the County Clerk and Planning Department. The Board of Supervisors resolves any boundary uncertainty upon application.

How does the Airport Hazard (AH) overlay affect height?

The AH overlay defines FAA Part 77 “surfaces” and the runway protection zone; objects that exceed those heights often require a conditional use review and FAA referral. The most stringent regulation governs if local, state, or federal standards conflict.

Can I build two primary homes under SB 9 in unincorporated Inyo County?

Possibly, if your parcel is in the Bishop urbanized area and zoned single-family (R-1, RR, or OS as defined by the chapter). SB 9 allows ministerial approval of up to two primary units with reduced setbacks (front 10 ft; sides/rear 5 ft, sometimes 4 ft) and one parking space per unit unless near transit or car share. Short-term rentals are prohibited.

Are ADUs allowed in Open Space (OS) or RR zones?

Yes. ADUs are permitted in all residential and mixed-use zones countywide; where local standards conflict with state law, state ADU law controls. Always verify parcel-specific constraints (e.g., minimum lot sizes or overlays).

What industrial setbacks apply in M-1?

In M-1, minimum yards are 25 ft front, 10 ft sides, and 15 ft rear, with additional height limits near R or C districts (≤35 ft within 500 ft). FAR limits depend on the General Plan designation (0.4–1.0 or 0.5–1.2).

What if my use isn’t listed in my district?

Planning can determine whether an unlisted use is similar in character to listed permitted or conditional uses and allow it accordingly. That determination is a public record.

Does the C-1 district allow typical retail uses?

Dimensional and intensity standards are published for C-1, but the principal permitted use list was not found in the retrieved materials. Verify current C-1 permitted uses with the Planning Department before proceeding. Not found in retrieved materials

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