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Where is growing crops (agriculture) allowed in Lake Forest?

In Lake Forest, growing crops (agriculture) is allowed in 1 base zone (A1), needs a site development permit in 1 (OS) and not allowed in 9 (Lake Forest use tables, read October 2026).

Key points

  • Allowed: A1
  • Needs a permit: OS
  • Not allowed: C, I, PA, UA, CAN, MU 32, MU 43, UI 25 and 1 more

Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Lake Forest 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

Lake Forest's code calls this use “Agriculture”. 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.

ZoneStatusCode
A1 Agriculture
Allowed
§ 9.72.090
OS Open Space
Needs a site development permit
§ 9.72.090

Zones where it is not allowed

What else applies

  • Not covered here: PD Planned Development (no table); MUO (see zones). Overlay zones and specific plans can also change the answer.

Other uses in Lake Forest

Who this affects

HomeownersBuyersReal estate agentsSmall developers

Frequently asked questions

Can I have growing crops (agriculture) in the OS zone in Lake Forest?

Only with a site development permit. Lake Forest's use table lists it that way in OS (Open Space) (§ 9.72.090).

Can I have growing crops (agriculture) in the C zone in Lake Forest?

No. Lake Forest's use table does not allow it in C (Commercial) (§ 9.72.090).

Can I have growing crops (agriculture) in the A1 zone in Lake Forest?

Yes. Lake Forest's use table lists it as allowed in A1 (Agriculture) (§ 9.72.090).

General information, not legal advice.

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