Rancho Cucamonga, California Zoning Map
Zoning, overlays and hazards on every parcel — and an answer to what the code actually lets you build. Compiled from current zoning data for all 40 districts.
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Zoning
- District code & full name
- Category & ordinance article
- Parcel boundary & APN
- All 40 districts mapped
Use classes, resolved
- Read per zoning district
Building controls
- Maximum building height
- Floor area ratio (FAR)
- Front setback
- Side setback
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Where uses are permitted in Rancho Cucamonga
Share of Rancho Cucamonga's zoned land where each use is permitted.
- Single-family
- 54.49%
- Multi-family
- 21.87%
- ADU
- 59.19%
- Two-family
- 51.94%
- Retail
- 44.95%
- Eating & drinking
- 22.67%
- Office
- 21.03%
- Hotel / motel
- 8.31%
- Industrial
- 10.77%
- Storage & warehouses
- 10.77%
- Short-term rental
- 64.08%
Rancho Cucamonga, California Zoning Districts: What Do They Mean?
Zoning districts are areas regulated by specific laws that determine land use, building types, and development rules. Each district below shows its zone type and which uses it permits.
| Zone Code | Category | Permitted Uses | Area | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CE1 Center 1 Zone | Mixed |
| 158.2 ac | Standards & uses → |
CE1-SC Center 1 Southwest Cucamonga | Mixed |
| 125 ac | Standards & uses → |
CE2 Center 2 Zone | Mixed |
| 368.6 ac | Standards & uses → |
CE2-L Center 2 Limited | Mixed |
| 94.1 ac | Standards & uses → |
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Where can I build multifamily in Rancho Cucamonga?
7 of 40 districts permit multifamily - by right, conditionally, or by variance.
Run it →Which sites allow a warehouse?
2 industrial districts (IE, IP) with height and access limits.
Run it →Are ADUs allowed in Rancho Cucamonga?
Allowed statewide under California law, subject to local development standards.
Run it →What does CE1 actually permit?
The full standards for one district, read straight from the source.
Run it →What should developers know about Rancho Cucamonga zoning?
Rancho Cucamonga's 40-district zoning map reflects a mature Inland Empire city with a strong employment base and a mix of planned residential communities. The Low Residential (L) designation is the single largest zone at 3,430 acres, anchoring the city's predominantly single-family character. The Neo Industrial (NI) designation at 1,930 acres and the Hillside Residential (HR) zone at 2,031 acres are the next largest, signaling both a significant industrial employment corridor and meaningful terrain constraints in the northern portions of the city near the San Gabriel Mountains.
Commercial activity is organized through Center and Corridor zones - CE2 (Center 2) at 369 acres is the dominant commercial node, followed by CO2 (Corridor 2) at 582 acres and CO1 (Corridor 1) at 314 acres. The Industrial Employment (IE) zone covers 960 acres, providing substantial capacity for logistics, light manufacturing, and office-industrial product. Multiple planned community overlays including the Etiwanda Specific Plan (L-ESP, LM-ESP, M-ESP) and Terra Vista community (H-TV, LM-TV, MH-TV, M-TV1) add complexity - developers in these areas must reference the applicable specific plan documents rather than base zoning standards alone. The full set of building controls covers FAR, lot, density, coverage, setbacks, and height.
This is pre-development intelligence, not legal advice - verify with the local planning department before acquisition.
Rancho Cucamonga zoning: frequently asked questions
What distinguishes Rancho Cucamonga's Neo Industrial zone and what can be built there?
The NI (Neo Industrial) zone covers 1,930 acres and is designed for a flexible mix of industrial, business park, and commercial uses in a campus-like environment. It is distinct from the IE (Industrial Employment) zone in that it typically allows a broader range of uses including office and ancillary retail. Developers targeting logistics, flex-industrial, or research and development facilities should evaluate NI parcels alongside the Industrial Employment (IE) zone, which adds 960 acres of more traditional industrial capacity.
How does the Etiwanda Specific Plan affect residential development in the northeast portions of the city?
The Etiwanda Specific Plan governs portions of Rancho Cucamonga's northeast quadrant with its own land use designations - L-ESP (Low Residential Etiwanda), LM-ESP (Low Medium), and M-ESP (Medium) - covering a combined 661 acres. Developers in these areas must work within Etiwanda-specific standards for architecture, landscape, and infrastructure that can differ from the base zoning code. The Etiwanda Heights Neighborhood and Conservation Plan (EHNCP) at 792 acres adds another layer, emphasizing conservation of natural features in the hillside transition area.
What multifamily and higher-density residential options exist in Rancho Cucamonga?
Medium Residential (M) covers 1,822 acres - the most substantial multifamily-capable base zone - with additional Medium designations within Terra Vista (M-TV1) and Etiwanda (M-ESP). High Residential (H) adds 100 acres in the base zone, with a smaller H-TV node in Terra Vista. Medium High Residential (MH-TV) in Terra Vista covers 152 acres. Together these designations support a range of attached and detached multifamily product, though each area's specific plan or community plan may set distinct density ceilings and design requirements.
How significant is the Hillside Residential zone for development constraints?
At 2,031 acres, the Hillside Residential (HR) zone is the second largest residential designation in the city. Hillside zoning in the Inland Empire typically involves stringent grading, slope analysis, and wildfire hazard review requirements beyond standard residential entitlement. Developers evaluating HR parcels should budget additional time and cost for geotechnical studies, fire protection plans, and design review - and should confirm whether any HR parcels fall within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones as designated by the state.
Does Rancho Cucamonga have a Flood Control corridor and what does it mean for adjacent parcels?
Yes - the FC/UC (Flood Control and Utility Corridor) zone covers 1,635 acres, making it one of the largest single designations in the city. This zone generally reflects land held by flood control districts or utility agencies and is not available for private development. However, parcels immediately adjacent to FC/UC corridors may face restrictions on grading, impervious coverage, and setbacks from drainage channels. Buyers should review FEMA flood maps and local floodplain regulations for any site near a FC/UC boundary.
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