La Palma · Land use · Emergency shelter
Where is an emergency shelter allowed in La Palma?
In La Palma, an emergency shelter is allowed in 1 base zone (GI), needs a temporary use permit in 3 (OP, B-1 and PI) and not allowed in 3 (La Palma use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Allowed: GI
- Needs a permit: OP, B-1 and PI
- Not allowed: NC, OS and PND
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the La Palma 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
La Palma's code calls this use “Emergency shelter (homeless)”. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| GI General Industrial | Allowed | § 44-139 |
| OP Office Professional | Needs a temporary use permit | § 44-139 |
| B-1 Mixed-Use Business | Needs a temporary use permit | § 44-139 |
| PI Public/Institutional | Needs a temporary use permit | § 44-139 |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- Low-barrier navigation center is a separate row (B-1 P, others X). Transitional shelters (temporary) are a temporary use row. Not listed in the residential table.
- 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 La Palma
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have an emergency shelter in the OP zone in La Palma?
Only with a temporary use permit. La Palma's use table lists it that way in OP (Office Professional) (§ 44-139).
Can I have an emergency shelter in the NC zone in La Palma?
No. La Palma's use table does not allow it in NC (Neighborhood Commercial) (§ 44-139).
Can I have an emergency shelter in the GI zone in La Palma?
Yes. La Palma's use table lists it as allowed in GI (General Industrial) (§ 44-139).
General information, not legal advice.
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