§ 210.04. RL, RM, RMH, RH, and RMP Districts—Land Use Controls.
In the following schedules, letter designations are used as follows:
"P" designates use classifications permitted in residential districts. "L" designates use classifications subject to certain limitations prescribed by the "Additional Provisions" that follow.
"PC" designates use classifications permitted on approval of a conditional use permit by the Planning Commission.
"ZA" designates use classifications permitted on approval of a conditional use permit by the Zoning Administrator.
"TU" designates use classifications allowed upon approval of a temporary use permit by the Zoning Administrator.
"P/U" designates that accessory uses are permitted, however, accessory uses are subject to approval of a conditional use permit if the primary use requires a conditional use permit.
"Neighborhood Notification" refers to use classifications that require an Administrative Permit by the Director. Use classifications that are not listed are prohibited. Letters in parentheses in the "Additional Provisions" column refer to provisions following the schedule or located elsewhere in the zoning ordinance. Where letters in parentheses are opposite a use classification heading, referenced provisions shall apply to all use classifications under the heading.
RL, RM, RMH, RH, and RMP Districts: Land Use Controls
P = Permitted
L = Limited (see Additional Provisions)
PC = Conditional use permit approved by Planning Commission ZA = Conditional use permit approved by Zoning Administrator TU = Temporary use permit
P/U = Requires conditional use permit on site of conditional use - = Not Permitted
RL RM
RMH,
RH RMP
Additional
Provisions
Residential Uses (A)(M)(Q)
Day Care, Ltd. P P P P
Group Homes Incl. Sober Living
Homes
L-8 L-8 L-8 L-8
Group Residential - - PC -
Multifamily Residential
(B)(C)(D)(R)
2 - 4 units ZA P P -
City of Huntington Beach, CA
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P = Permitted
L = Limited (see Additional Provisions)
PC = Conditional use permit approved by Planning Commission ZA = Conditional use permit approved by Zoning Administrator TU = Temporary use permit
P/U = Requires conditional use permit on site of conditional use - = Not Permitted
RL RM
RMH,
RH RMP
Additional
Provisions
5 - 9 units ZA ZA ZA -
10 or more units PC PC PC -
Manufactured Home Parks ZA ZA - ZA (E)(F)
Referral Facility - L-9 L-9 L-9 L-9
Residential Care Facility P/PC P/PC P/PC P/PC (T)
Single-Family Residential P P P P (B)(D)(F)(P)(R)(S)
Supportive Housing L-7 L-7 L-7 L-7
Transitional Housing L-7 L-7 L-7 L-7
Public and Semipublic (A)(O)
Clubs & Lodges PC PC ZA ZA
Day Care, Large-family L-6 L-6 L-6 L-6
Day Care, General L-1 ZA ZA ZA
Park & Recreation Facilities L-2 L-2 L-2 L-2
Public Safety Facilities PC PC PC PC
Religious Assembly L-3 PC PC PC
Residential Care, General - PC PC PC
Schools, Public or Private PC PC PC PC
Utilities, Major PC PC PC PC
Utilities, Minor P P P P
Commercial
Communication Facilities L-5 L-5 L-5 L-5
Horticulture ZA ZA ZA ZA
Nurseries ZA ZA ZA ZA
Visitor Accommodations
Bed and Breakfast Inns - - L-4 -
Accessory Uses
P/U P/U P/U P/U (A)(G)(H)(I)(L)(M)
City of Huntington Beach, CA
§ 210.04 § 210.04
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P = Permitted
L = Limited (see Additional Provisions)
PC = Conditional use permit approved by Planning Commission ZA = Conditional use permit approved by Zoning Administrator TU = Temporary use permit
P/U = Requires conditional use permit on site of conditional use - = Not Permitted
RL RM
RMH,
RH RMP
Additional
Provisions
Temporary Uses (J)(M)
Commercial Filming, Limited P P P P
Real Estate Sales P P P P (N)
Personal Property Sales P P P P
Street Fairs TU TU TU TU
Nonconforming Uses (K)(L)
(Ord. 4308-5/21/2024)
City of Huntington Beach, CA
§ 210.04 § 210.04
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In the following schedules, letter designations are used as follows:
"P" designates use classifications permitted in commercial districts. "L" designates use classifications subject to certain limitations prescribed by the "Additional Provisions" that follow.
"PC" designates use classifications permitted on approval of a conditional use permit by the Planning Commission.
"ZA" designates use classifications permitted on approval of a conditional use permit by the Zoning Administrator.
"TU" designates use classifications allowed upon approval of a temporary use permit. "P/U" for an accessory use means that the use is permitted on the site of a permitted use, but requires a conditional use permit on the site of a conditional use. "Neighborhood Notification" designates use classifications that require an Administrative Permit by the Director. Use classifications that are not listed are prohibited. Letters in parentheses in the "Additional Provisions" column refer to provisions following the schedule or located elsewhere in the Zoning Ordinance. Where letters in parentheses are opposite a use classification heading, referenced provisions shall apply to all use classifications under the heading.
CO, CG, and CV Districts: Land Use Controls
P = Permitted
L = Limited (see Additional Provisions)
PC = Conditional use permit approved by Planning Commission ZA = Conditional use permit approved by Zoning Administrator TU = Temporary use permit
P/U = Requires conditional use permit on site of conditional use - = Not Permitted
CO CG CV
Additional
Provisions
Residential
(J)(Q)(R)(V)
Group Residential PC PC PC
Multifamily Residential - - PC
Public and Semipublic (J)(Q)(R)(V)
Clubs and Lodges P P -
Community and Human
Services
Drug Abuse Centers - PC -
Primary Health Care L-11 L-11 -
Emergency Kitchens - L-2 -
City of Huntington Beach, CA
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P = Permitted
L = Limited (see Additional Provisions)
PC = Conditional use permit approved by Planning Commission ZA = Conditional use permit approved by Zoning Administrator TU = Temporary use permit
P/U = Requires conditional use permit on site of conditional use - = Not Permitted
CO CG CV
Additional
Provisions
Emergency Shelters - L-2 -
Residential Alcohol
Recovery, General
- PC -
Residential Care, General ZA ZA -
Convalescent Facilities ZA ZA -
Cultural Institutions L-14 L-14 L-14
Day Care, General L-3 L-3 -
Day Care, Large-Family P P - (Y)
Emergency Health Care L-2 L-2 -
Government Offices P P ZA
Heliports PC PC PC (B)
Hospitals PC PC -
Park & Recreation Facilities L-9 L-9 L-9
Public Safety Facilities ZA ZA ZA
Religious Assembly ZA ZA PC
Schools, Public or Private PC PC -
Utilities, Major PC PC PC
Utilities, Minor P P P (L)
Commercial Uses
(J)(Q)(R)
Ambulance Services - ZA -
Animal Sales & Services L-16
Animal Boarding - ZA -
Animal Grooming - P -
Animal Hospitals - ZA -
Animal-Retail Sales - P -
Equestrian Centers (CG
Zone)
- PC - (S)
Pet Cemetery - PC -
Artists' Studios P P P
Banks and Savings & Loans P P P
City of Huntington Beach, CA
§ 211.04 § 211.04
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P = Permitted
L = Limited (see Additional Provisions)
PC = Conditional use permit approved by Planning Commission ZA = Conditional use permit approved by Zoning Administrator TU = Temporary use permit
P/U = Requires conditional use permit on site of conditional use - = Not Permitted
CO CG CV
Additional
Provisions
With Drive-Up Service P P P
Building Materials and
Services
- P -
Catering Services P P P
Commercial Filming P P P (F)
Commercial Recreation and
Entertainment
- PC PC (D)
Communication Facilities L-13 L-13 L-13
Eating and Drinking
Establishments
P P P
W/Alcohol ZA ZA ZA (N)
W/Drive Through - P P
W/Live Entertainment ZA ZA ZA (W)(Y)
W/Dancing PC PC PC (H)
W/Outdoor Dining ZA ZA ZA (X)
Food & Beverage Sales - P L-12
W/Alcoholic Beverage Sales - ZA ZA (N)
Funeral & Interment Services - ZA -
Laboratories L-1 L-1 -
Maintenance & Repair Services - P -
Marine Sales and Services - P P
Nurseries - ZA -
Offices, Business &
Professional
P P P
Offices, Medical & Dental P P P
Pawn Shops - ZA -
Personal Enrichment Services L-10 L-10 -
Personal Services P P P
Research & Development
Services
L-1 ZA -
Retail Sales - P P (U)(V)(DD)
City of Huntington Beach, CA
§ 211.04 § 211.04
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P = Permitted
L = Limited (see Additional Provisions)
PC = Conditional use permit approved by Planning Commission ZA = Conditional use permit approved by Zoning Administrator TU = Temporary use permit
P/U = Requires conditional use permit on site of conditional use - = Not Permitted
CO CG CV
Additional
Provisions
Secondhand Appliances/
Clothing
- P -
Swap Meets, Indoor/Flea
Markets
- PC - (T)
Swap Meets, Recurring - ZA -
Tattoo Establishments - ZA -
Travel Services P P P
Vehicle Equipment/Sales &
Services
Automobile Rentals - L-8 L-8 L-12
Automobile Washing - ZA -
Commercial Parking - ZA ZA (P)
Service Stations - PC PC (E)
Vehicle Equip. Repair - L-5 -
Vehicle Equip. Sales &
Rentals
ZA ZA - L-12
Vehicle Storage, Impound
Yards
- PC - (AA)
Vehicle Storage, Off-Site
Auto Dealers
- P/ZA - L-17 (BB)
Vehicle Storage, Recreational
Vehicles
- ZA - (CC)
Offices for Vehicle Equip.
Sales & Rentals
L-15 L-15 -
Visitor Accommodations
Bed & Breakfast Inns ZA ZA ZA (K)
Hotels, Motels - PC PC (I)
Condominium-Hotel - - PC (Z)
Fractional Ownership Hotel
Quasi Residential
Timeshares - PC - (I)(J)
Residential Hotel - PC - (J)
City of Huntington Beach, CA
§ 211.04 § 211.04
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P = Permitted
L = Limited (see Additional Provisions)
PC = Conditional use permit approved by Planning Commission ZA = Conditional use permit approved by Zoning Administrator TU = Temporary use permit
P/U = Requires conditional use permit on site of conditional use - = Not Permitted
CO CG CV
Additional
Provisions
Single Room Occupancy - PC -
Industrial
(J)(Q)(R)(V)
Industry, Custom - L-6 L-6
Accessory Uses (J)(V)
Accessory Uses & Structures P/U P/U P/U
Temporary Uses (F)(J)(V)
Animal Shows - TU -
Circus and Carnivals and
Festivals
- TU -
Commercial Filming, Limited - P P (M)
Real Estate Sales P P P
Retail Sales, Outdoor - TU TU (M)
Seasonal Sales TU TU TU (M)
Tent Event - P -
Trade Fairs - P -
Nonconforming Uses (G)(J)(V)
(4309-5/21/2024; 4334-4/15/2025)
City of Huntington Beach, CA
§ 211.04 § 211.04
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In the following schedules, letter designations are used as follows:
"P" designates use classifications permitted in commercial districts. "L" designates use classifications subject to certain limitations prescribed by the "Additional Provisions" that follow.
"PC" designates use classifications permitted on approval of a conditional use permit by the Planning Commission.
"ZA" designates use classifications permitted on approval of a conditional use permit by the Zoning Administrator.
"TU" designates use classifications allowed upon approval of a temporary use permit. "P/U" for an accessory use means that the use is permitted on the site of a permitted use, but requires a conditional use permit on the site of a conditional use. "Neighborhood Notification" designates use classifications that require an Administrative Permit by the Director. Use classifications that are not listed are prohibited. Letters in parentheses in the "Additional Provisions" column refer to provisions following the schedule or located elsewhere in the Zoning Ordinance. Where letters in parentheses are opposite a use classification heading, referenced provisions shall apply to all use classifications under the heading.
IG, IL, and RT Districts: Land Use Controls
P = Permitted
L = Limited (see Additional Provisions)
PC = Conditional use permit approved by Planning Commission ZA = Conditional use permit approved by Zoning Administrator TU = Temporary use permit
P/U = Requires conditional use permit on site of conditional use - = Not Permitted
IG IL RT
Additional
Provisions
Residential
Group Residential PC PC PC (I)
Public and Semipublic
(A)(L)
Community and Human Service
Facilities
P P P (K)
Day Care, General ZA ZA ZA
Heliports PC PC PC (N)
Maintenance and Service Facilities ZA ZA ZA
City of Huntington Beach, CA
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P = Permitted
L = Limited (see Additional Provisions)
PC = Conditional use permit approved by Planning Commission ZA = Conditional use permit approved by Zoning Administrator TU = Temporary use permit
P/U = Requires conditional use permit on site of conditional use - = Not Permitted
IG IL RT
Additional
Provisions
Public Safety Facilities P P P
Religious Assembly ZA ZA ZA
Schools, Public or Private L-6 L-6 L-6
Utilities, Major PC PC PC
Utilities, Minor L-7 L-7 L-7 (O)
Commercial Uses
(D)(L)
Ambulance Services ZA ZA ZA
Animal Sales and Services
Animal Boarding ZA ZA ZA
Animal Hospitals ZA ZA ZA
Artists' Studios P P P
Banks and Savings and Loans L-1 L-1 L-1
Building Materials and Services P P P
Catering Services - P P
Commercial Filming ZA ZA ZA
Commercial Recreation and
Entertainment
L-2 L-2 PC
Communication Facilities L-12 L-12 L-12
Eating and Drinking Establishments L-2 L-2 L-2
w/Live Entertainment ZA ZA ZA (R)
w/Alcohol ZA ZA ZA
Food and Beverage Sales ZA ZA ZA
Hospitals and Medical Clinics - PC PC
Laboratories P P P
Maintenance and Repair Services P P P
City of Huntington Beach, CA
§ 212.04 § 212.04
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P = Permitted
L = Limited (see Additional Provisions)
PC = Conditional use permit approved by Planning Commission ZA = Conditional use permit approved by Zoning Administrator TU = Temporary use permit
P/U = Requires conditional use permit on site of conditional use - = Not Permitted
IG IL RT
Additional
Provisions
Marine Sales and Services P P P
Nurseries P P P
Offices, Business and Professional L-10 L-10 L-10 (C)
Personal Enrichment L-9 L-9 L-9
Personal Services L-1 L-1 L-1
Quasi-Residential PC PC PC (J)
Research and Development Services P P P
Sex-Oriented Businesses (regulated by
Ch. 5.70)
L-11 L-11 L-11
Figure Model Studios (regulated by
Ch. 5.60)
PC PC PC (Q)
Swap Meets, Indoor/Flea Markets PC PC PC (P)
Vehicle/Equipment Sales and Services
Service Stations L-4 L-4 L-4
Vehicle/Equipment Repair P P P
Vehicle/Equipment Sales/Rentals L-5 L-5 L-5
Vehicle Storage, Impound Yards PC PC PC (T)
Vehicle Storage, Off-Site Auto
Dealers
P/ZA P/ZA P/ZA (H)(U)(W)
Vehicle Storage, Recreational
Vehicles
P/ZA P/ZA P/ZA (H)(V)
Visitor Accommodations ZA ZA ZA
Warehouse and Sales Outlets L-8 L-8 L-8
Industrial (See Chapter 204)
(B)(L)(M)
Industry, Custom P P P
City of Huntington Beach, CA
§ 212.04 § 212.04
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P = Permitted
L = Limited (see Additional Provisions)
PC = Conditional use permit approved by Planning Commission ZA = Conditional use permit approved by Zoning Administrator TU = Temporary use permit
P/U = Requires conditional use permit on site of conditional use - = Not Permitted
IG IL RT
Additional
Provisions
Industry, General P P P
Industry, Limited P P P
Industry, R & D P P P
Wholesaling, Distribution & Storage
150,000 square feet or less P P P
Greater than 150,000 square feet P P ZA
RT Flex Space - - P
Alcoholic Beverage Manufacturing P P P
(L-13)
Accessory Uses
Accessory Uses and Structures P/U P/U P/U (C)
Temporary Uses
Commercial Filming, Limited P P P (S)
Real Estate Sales P P P
Trade Fairs P P P (E)
Nonconforming Uses (F)
(4310-5/21/2024; 4333-4/15/2025)
City of Huntington Beach, CA
§ 212.04 § 212.04
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In the following schedule, letter designations are used as follows:
"P" designates use classifications permitted in the OS District. "L" designates use classifications subject to certain limitations prescribed by the "Additional Provisions" which follow.
"PC" designates use classifications permitted on approval of a conditional use permit by the Planning Commission.
"ZA" designates use classifications permitted on approval of a conditional use permit by the Zoning Administrator.
"TU" designates use classifications permitted on approval of a temporary use permit. "P/U" for an accessory use means that the use is permitted on the site of a permitted use, but requires a use permit on the site of a conditional use.
Use classifications that are not listed are prohibited. Letters in parentheses in the "Additional Provisions" column refer to provisions following the schedule or located elsewhere in the Zoning Ordinance. Where letters in parentheses are opposite a use classification heading, referenced provisions shall apply to all use classifications under the heading.
OS District Land Use Controls
P = Permitted
L = Limited (see Additional Provisions)
PC = Conditional use permit approved by Planning Commission ZA = Conditional use permit approved by Zoning Administrator TU = Temporary Use Permit
P/U = Requires conditional use permit on site of conditional use - = Not Permitted
OS-PR OS-S OS-WR
Additional
Provisions
Public and Semipublic (F)
Marinas - - PC
Park & Recreation Facilities PC PC -
Public Safety Facilities - PC -
Utilities, Major - - -
Utilities, Minor ZA - ZA
Commercial Uses (F)
Animal Sales and Services
Equestrian Centers PC - - (E)
City of Huntington Beach, CA
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P = Permitted
L = Limited (see Additional Provisions)
PC = Conditional use permit approved by Planning Commission ZA = Conditional use permit approved by Zoning Administrator TU = Temporary Use Permit
P/U = Requires conditional use permit on site of conditional use - = Not Permitted
OS-PR OS-S OS-WR
Additional
Provisions
Commercial Recreation and
Entertainment
PC - -
Communication Facilities L-4
Eating & Drinking Establishments L1 L1 -
With Alcohol ZA - - L-5
With Take-Out Service, Limited L1 L3 -
Vehicle/Equipment Sales and Services -
Commercial Parking Facility L2 L2 -
Accessory Uses (A)(D)
Accessory Uses and Structures P/U P/U P/U
Temporary Uses (B)
Animal Shows TU - -
Circuses and Carnivals TU - -
Commercial Filming TU TU TU
Nonconforming Uses (C)
City of Huntington Beach, CA
§ 213.06 § 213.06
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In the following schedule, letter designations are used as follows:
"P" designates use classifications permitted in PS districts. "L" designates use classifications subject to certain limitations prescribed by the "Additional Provisions" which follow.
"PC" designates use classifications permitted on approval of a conditional use permit by the Planning Commission.
"TU" designates use classifications allowed on approval of a temporary use permit. "P/U" for an accessory use means that the use is permitted on the site of a permitted use but requires a conditional use permit on the site of a conditional use.
Use classifications that are not listed are prohibited. Letters in parentheses in the "Additional Provisions" column refer to provisions following the schedule or located elsewhere in the zoning ordinance. Where letters in parentheses are opposite a use classification heading, referenced provisions shall apply to all use classifications under the heading.
PS District: Land Use Controls
P = Permitted
L = Limited (see Additional Provisions)
PC = Conditional use permit approved by Planning Commission TU = Temporary use permit
P/U = Requires conditional use permit on site of a conditional use PS Additional Provisions
Public and Semipublic
Cemetery PC
Convalescent Facilities PC
Cultural Institutions PC
Day Care, General PC
Government Offices L-1
Hospitals PC
Maintenance & Service Facilities L-1
Park & Recreation Facilities PC
Public Safety Facilities PC
Religious Assembly ZA
Residential Care, General PC
Schools, Public or Private PC
Utilities, Major PC
City of Huntington Beach, CA
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P = Permitted
L = Limited (see Additional Provisions)
PC = Conditional use permit approved by Planning Commission TU = Temporary use permit
P/U = Requires conditional use permit on site of a conditional use PS Additional Provisions
Utilities, Minor P
Commercial Uses
Commercial Parking Facility L-3
Communication Facilities L-4
Eating and Drinking Establishments L-2
Vehicle/Equipment Sales and Services L-1
Accessory Uses
Accessory Uses and Structures P/U
Temporary Uses
(A)
Animal Shows TU
Circuses and Carnivals TU
Commercial Filming, Limited TU
Trade Fairs P
Nonconforming Uses (B)
City of Huntington Beach, CA
§ 214.06 § 214.06
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