Loma Linda · Land use · Private school
Where is a private school allowed in Loma Linda?
In Loma Linda, a private school is allowed in 1 base zone (I-HC), needs a conditional use permit in 3 (CO, C-2 and OS) and not allowed in 8 (Loma Linda use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Allowed: I-HC
- Needs a permit: CO, C-2 and OS
- Not allowed: R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, B-P, C-1, CM and PF
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Loma Linda Municipal Code use tables (read October 2026). Base zones only. General information, not legal advice — check with the city before you apply.
Zones where a private school can go
Loma Linda's code calls this use “Schools - Private”. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| I-HC Institutional-Health Care | Allowed | § 17.44.020 |
| CO Office Commercial | Needs a conditional use permit | § 17.40.020 |
| C-2 General Commercial | Needs a conditional use permit | § 17.40.020 |
| OS Open Space | Needs a conditional use permit | § 17.44.020 |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- Overlay zones and specific plans can change the answer for a lot.
Other uses in Loma Linda
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a private school in the CO zone in Loma Linda?
Only with a conditional use permit. Loma Linda's use table lists it that way in CO (Office Commercial) (§ 17.40.020).
Can I have a private school in the R-1 zone in Loma Linda?
No. Loma Linda's use table does not allow it in R-1 (Single-Family Residential) (§ 17.32.020).
Can I have a private school in the I-HC zone in Loma Linda?
Yes. Loma Linda's use table lists it as allowed in I-HC (Institutional-Health Care) (§ 17.44.020).
General information, not legal advice.
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