The Zoning Ordinance provides the specific land use and construction limitations for each of the zones. The Zoning Map and Zoning Ordinance are both part of the City s Municipal Code and are enforceable by law. They are used together on a daily basis to evaluate requests for new construction, modifications to existing structures, and business license applications. In order to determine the Zoning and allowable uses for a given piece of property, one needs to have a copy of both the Zoning Map and the Zoning Ordinance. After using the Zoning Map to determine in which zone the subject property is located, one can use the Zoning Ordinance to determine the construction restrictions and allowable uses.
Some uses require a special review and a public hearing.
The Zoning Map and Zoning Ordinance are available for a nominal fee at the Development Services Department. Staff can also provide a limited amount of information over the telephone. Yes, but there are specific restrictions intended to prevent commercial activities from affecting residential neighborhoods. Essentially, home-based businesses are limited to office purposes only, i.e. telephone and mail. Signage is not allowed, and employees other than persons living at the residence are not allowed.