Porterville · Land use · Private school
Where is a private school allowed in Porterville?
In Porterville, a private school is allowed in 12 base zones (RS-1, RS-2, RM-1, RM-2, RM-3 and 7 more, 1 with a condition) and not allowed in 9 (Porterville use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Allowed: RS-1, RS-2, RM-1, RM-2, RM-3, DR-N, DR-S, DR-D and 4 more
- Not allowed: DRM-2, DRM-3, D-PO, D-GC, IP, IG, IA, REC and 1 more
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Porterville 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
Porterville's code calls this use “Schools, public or 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 |
|---|---|---|
| RS-1 | Allowed | § 201.02 |
| RS-2 | Allowed | § 201.02 |
| RM-1 | Allowed | § 201.02 |
| RM-2 | Allowed | § 201.02 |
| RM-3 | Allowed | § 201.02 |
| DR-N | Allowed — see note Note 4: Allowed only on upper floors and limited to 5,000 square feet in size. | § 202.02 |
| DR-S | Allowed | § 202.02 |
| DR-D | Allowed | § 202.02 |
| D-MX | Allowed | § 202.02 |
| D-PS | Allowed | § 202.02 |
| PO | Allowed | § 204.02 |
| PS Public and Open Space District | Allowed | § 205.02 |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- Row also covers public schools. 'Colleges and trade schools' and 'Instructional services' are separate rows, not used. DR-N P(4) is limited to upper floors and 5,000 sf.
- Not covered here: PD district (S7); Chapter 701 use-classification definitions (not in packet); Section 301.03/301.04 Animal Keeping, 301.15, 301.18 not in packet. Overlay zones and specific plans can also change the answer.
Other uses in Porterville
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a private school in the DRM-2 zone in Porterville?
No. Porterville's use table does not allow it in DRM-2 (§ 202.02).
Can I have a private school in the RS-1 zone in Porterville?
Yes. Porterville's use table lists it as allowed in RS-1 (§ 201.02).
General information, not legal advice.
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