The zoning code provides the "nuts and bolts" regulations that are used to implement the policies of the city's
General Plan. Zoning laws are used to regulate the physical development of land and specify the areas in which residential, industrial, recreational or commercial activities may take place.
Zoning is also used to control other development regulations, such as signage, parking, and minimum yard requirements, more commonly referred to as setback requirements.
The zoning designation of a property is only one of many factors that can influence the development potential of a property. It is important that you contact Planning Division staff before you make a significant investment in your proposed project.
You may view a copy of the Citrus Heights Zoning Code on-line or at the public counter of City Hall. You may also purchase a printed and bound document for $25 or a CD version for $15. Contact the Planning Division at (916) 727-4740 for more information the code.
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ZONING INFORMATION REQUESTS |
To find out the zoning of a particular parcel, use our on-line zoning information request.
If you are a lender and need a Zoning Confirmation letter including information on past permits, zoning/fire/building violations please submit these requests in writing to the Planning Division. Requests should include the address and parcel numbers of the properties in question as well as the processing fee of $250.00. Allow 14 days for processing. For questions on Zoning Confirmation letters, contact the Planning Division.
The link below will open a .pdf file of the City's Zoning Map.
Citywide Zoning Map (updated October 2007)
Zoning Map Legend
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Residential |
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RD-1 through RD-4
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The RD-1 through RD-4 districts are applied to areas appropriate for large-lots and detached single dwellings, together with hobby farming and keeping of animals, public and quasi-public uses, and similar and compatible uses. The RD-1 through RD-4 zoning districts are consistent with and implement the Very Low Density Residential land use designation of the General Plan. |
| RD-5 through RD-7 |
The RD-5 and RD-7 districts are applied to areas appropriate for detached single dwellings, duplexes in specified circumstances, and related, compatible uses. The RD-5 and RD-7 zoning districts are consistent with and implement the Low Density Residential land use designation of the General Plan. |
| RD-10 through RD-20 |
The RD-10 through RD-20 districts are applied to areas appropriate for a variety of housing types, including small-lot single dwellings, and various types of multi-unit housing (for example, duplexes, triplexes, and apartments). The RD-10 through RD-20 zoning districts are consistent with and implement the Medium Density Residential land use designation of the General Plan. |
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RD-25 through RD-30 |
The RD-25 and RD-30 districts are applied to areas appropriate for various types of multi-unit housing, including duplexes, group houses, and apartments. The RD-25 and RD-30 zoning districts are consistent with and implement the High Density Residential land use designation of the General Plan |
| MH |
The MH district is applied to areas appropriate for mobile home parks and manufactured housing. The MH zoning district is consistent with and implements the Medium Density Residential land use designation of the General Plan |
| O |
The O zoning district is applied to open space and scenic areas, waterways, and other areas of recreational value to protect the physical, social, recreational, aesthetic, and economic resources of the City. Land uses allowed in the O zoning district will encourage and protect the City's tourist and recreation resources. The O zoning district is consistent with and implements the Open Space and Public land use designations of the General Plan. |
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Commercial |
| BP |
The BP zoning district is applied to areas appropriate for various types of office uses, together with similar and related compatible uses. The BP zoning district is consistent with and implements the Business Professional land use designation of the General Plan. |
| LC |
The LC zoning district is applied to areas appropriate for a mixture of land uses, with primarily small-scale retail and pedestrian-oriented office uses on the ground floors of commercial structures, and residential units allowed on upper floors. The LC zoning district is consistent with and implements the General Commercial land use designation of the General Plan. |
| SC |
The SC zoning district is applied to areas appropriate for a wide range of retail and service land uses, promoting the unified grouping of these uses with convenient off-street parking and loading. Residential uses may also be accommodated as part of mixed use projects. Projects within this zone are intended to be designed to be an integral part of the surrounding neighborhood, and the larger community. The SC zoning district is consistent with the General Commercial land use designation of the General Plan |
| GC |
The GC zoning district is applied to areas appropriate for the general commercial and heavier types of commercial uses that would not be appropriate in the more restrictive commercial zones. Multi-unit housing and mixed-use projects may be allowed. The GC zoning district is consistent with the General Commercial land use designation of the General Plan. |
| AC |
The AC zoning district is applied to areas appropriate for providing automotive sales and services, and compatible related uses. The zone is intended to promote the unified grouping of auto-oriented uses in locations where they will be convenient to the community. The AC zoning district is consistent with the General Commercial land use designation of the General Plan. |
| CR |
The CR zoning district is applied to areas for commercial uses normally considered to be recreation oriented and for commercial uses associated with major recreation areas. The CR zoning district is consistent with and implements the open space land use designation of the General Plan. |
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