Santa Paula, 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 23 districts.
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Where uses are permitted in Santa Paula
Share of Santa Paula's zoned land where each use is permitted.
- Single-family
- 58.71%
- Multi-family
- 25.27%
- ADU
- 31.11%
- Two-family
- 11.50%
- Retail
- 29.47%
- Eating & drinking
- 16.33%
- Office
- 20.58%
- Hotel / motel
- 12.46%
- Industrial
- 6.81%
- Storage & warehouses
- 20.46%
Santa Paula, 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 | Area | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
CBD Central Business Direct | - | 17.3 ac | Standards & uses → |
C-G Commercial General | - | 198.1 ac | Standards & uses → |
C-LI Commercial Light Industrial | - | 228.1 ac | Standards & uses → |
C-N Commercial Neighborhood | - | 4 ac | Standards & uses → |
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What should developers know about Santa Paula zoning?
Santa Paula is a historic agricultural city in Ventura County, long known as the "Citrus Capital of the World," and its zoning code reflects both that legacy and its transition toward more diversified development. Open Space Passive (O at 361 acres) and the Hillside Residential 2 Planned Development zone (HR2-PD at 314 acres) together capture the natural terrain constraints that define the city's northern and eastern edges where hillsides border the Santa Clara River valley. The largest residential designation is Residential Single Family (R-1 at 685 acres), consistent with the city's predominantly low-rise residential character.
Two specific plan areas stand out as the major growth drivers: SP-3 (Harvest at Limoneira, 500 acres) and SP-4 (East Gateway, 38 acres) represent planned master communities on former agricultural land being transitioned to residential and mixed-use development east of the city core. Commercial zoning is divided between Commercial General (C-G at 198 acres) and Commercial Light Industrial (C-LI at 228 acres) - the latter being particularly significant as it provides the primary transition zone between commercial and industrial uses along key corridors. Industrial land includes a 151-acre Industrial (I) zone and Light Industrial (LI) at 91 acres. The city lacks a formal building controls table in this dataset, which means development standards must be obtained directly from the municipal code or planning department.
This is pre-development intelligence, not legal advice - verify with the local planning department before acquisition.
Santa Paula zoning: frequently asked questions
What is the Harvest at Limoneira (SP-3) specific plan and what development does it entail?
SP-3 covers approximately 500 acres on former Limoneira agricultural land east of the existing city, representing the largest planned growth area in Santa Paula. The specific plan governs a master-planned mixed-use community incorporating residential, commercial, parks, and community facilities. Developers and investors evaluating parcels within SP-3 should obtain the adopted specific plan document, which sets parcel-level land use designations, infrastructure requirements, and development phasing - the standard municipal code does not control within an adopted specific plan area.
What does Hillside Residential 2 Planned Development (HR2-PD) mean for development?
HR2-PD at 314 acres governs development in the hillside areas north and east of the city core where slope, drainage, and access constraints limit intensity. The Planned Development component means individual projects require discretionary review against the adopted HR2 development standards rather than a straight by-right code approval. Grading limitations, visual impact analysis, and fire safety requirements are typically central to hillside development review in this type of zone.
How does the Commercial Light Industrial (C-LI) zone function as a transitional use area?
C-LI at 228 acres accommodates a mix of commercial retail, service commercial, and light industrial uses that would not be appropriate in standard commercial zones but do not require full industrial separation. It typically allows contractors, building materials suppliers, auto repair, and similar uses. Located along major corridors, C-LI parcels represent opportunities for users seeking flexibility between retail and light industrial operations - a common need in regional service cities like Santa Paula.
Is there a downtown commercial zone in Santa Paula?
Yes. The Central Business District (CBD at 17 acres) anchors the historic downtown commercial core along Main Street. The small acreage reflects the walkable, small-town scale of the downtown. Paired with Commercial Neighborhood (C-N at 4 acres) for neighborhood-serving retail, the downtown and its immediate commercial surrounds cover a modest but defined commercial district. The 42-acre Commercial Office (C-O) zone provides for professional services development near the commercial core.
What is the Airport Operational (KO) zone and how does it affect nearby parcels?
The KO (Airport Operational, 56 acres) designation governs Santa Paula Airport, a general aviation facility. Parcels within the KO zone and the SP-7 Airpark Specific Plan (12 acres) support aviation-related commercial uses. Adjacent land within the airport influence area may face height restrictions and noise compatibility requirements governed by the Ventura County Airport Land Use Plan. Developers near the airport should identify whether their target parcel falls within any Airport Influence Area compatibility zone before proceeding with design.
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