West Covina, 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 17 districts.
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Zoning
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- Category & ordinance article
- Parcel boundary & APN
- All 17 districts mapped
Use classes, resolved
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Building controls
- Maximum building height
- Floor area ratio (FAR)
- Front setback
- Side setback
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Where uses are permitted in West Covina
Share of West Covina's zoned land where each use is permitted.
- Single-family
- 65.32%
- Multi-family
- 9.89%
- ADU
- 74.64%
- Two-family
- 9.89%
- Retail
- 6.57%
- Eating & drinking
- 6.57%
- Office
- 6.57%
- Hotel / motel
- 3.55%
- Industrial
- 1.00%
- Storage & warehouses
- 6.04%
West Covina, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
C-2 Medium Commercial | Commercial |
| 3.5 ac | Standards & uses → |
M-1 Manufacturing | Industrial | - | 80.1 ac | Standards & uses → |
MF-15 Residential 15 Dwelling Units Per Acre | Residential |
| 90.5 ac | Standards & uses → |
MF-20 Residential 20 Dwelling Units Per Acre | Residential |
| 241.6 ac | Standards & uses → |
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Where can I build multifamily in West Covina?
4 of 17 districts permit multifamily - by right, conditionally, or by variance.
Run it →Are ADUs allowed in West Covina?
Allowed statewide under California law, subject to local development standards.
Run it →What does C-2 actually permit?
The full standards for one district, read straight from the source.
Run it →What should developers know about West Covina zoning?
West Covina is a mature San Gabriel Valley city whose zoning map is dominated by low-density single-family land while simultaneously carrying a meaningful multifamily and mixed-use framework shaped by recent housing element updates. The R-1 Residential Single Family zone at 4,775.08 acres is the single largest land-use designation by a wide margin, establishing the city's predominantly suburban residential character. Alongside it, R-A Residential Agriculture at 404.24 acres and the Planned Community Development (PCD-1) zone at 879.74 acres add further residential capacity, with PCD-1 covering master-planned residential neighborhoods.
For developers focused on multifamily, West Covina offers four MF-series density designations: MF-8 at 45.65 acres, MF-15 at 90.45 acres, MF-20 at 241.56 acres, and MF-45 at 11.09 acres. The MF-20 zone is the most prominent multifamily category by acreage. Mixed-use opportunities arise through three overlay designations: Neighborhood Mixed Use (NMU) at 119.09 acres, Service Mixed Use (SMU) at 202.84 acres, and Regional Mixed Use (RMU) at 77.63 acres. The Specific Plan (SP) zone at 713.16 acres accounts for master-planned commercial and mixed-use areas. Open Space (O-S) at 314.17 acres includes parks and open lands, while Manufacturing (M-1) at 80.08 acres provides limited industrial capacity. Building controls span FAR, lot, multi, density, coverage, pervious, all setback types, and height.
This is pre-development intelligence, not legal advice - verify with the local planning department before acquisition.
West Covina zoning: frequently asked questions
What multifamily zones are available in West Covina and how are they tiered?
West Covina uses four density-defined MF zones: MF-8 (8 du/ac, 45.65 acres), MF-15 (15 du/ac, 90.45 acres), MF-20 (20 du/ac, 241.56 acres), and MF-45 (45 du/ac, 11.09 acres). MF-20 is the largest multifamily designation by acreage and is well-positioned for mid-density apartment and condominium development. MF-45 at 11.09 acres provides the highest-density residential entitlement pathway for infill sites near commercial corridors or transit.
What does the mixed-use zoning structure look like in West Covina?
Three mixed-use overlay designations serve different scales of activity: Neighborhood Mixed Use (NMU) at 119.09 acres is oriented toward walkable, neighborhood-scale retail with residential above; Service Mixed Use (SMU) at 202.84 acres accommodates larger service commercial with residential components along arterials; and Regional Mixed Use (RMU) at 77.63 acres targets the highest-intensity mixed-use development near regional commercial centers. The Office Professional Mixed Use (OPMU) at 2.95 acres adds a small office-residential blend option.
How does the Planned Community Development (PCD-1) zone work in West Covina?
The PCD-1 designation at 879.74 acres covers large master-planned residential communities that operate under a specific set of recorded standards rather than the standard zoning code. Development within PCD-1 areas must conform to the applicable planned community documents. These parcels are generally built-out, but infill, lot splits, and ADU projects may still be feasible subject to both the planned community standards and California state law minimums.
What commercial and industrial capacity does West Covina offer?
Commercial activity is largely captured within the SP Specific Plan zone at 713.16 acres, which governs established retail corridors and commercial centers. Manufacturing (M-1) at 80.08 acres provides the city's industrial footprint, limited relative to the city's size. The Office Professional (O-P) zone at 39.44 acres accommodates professional and medical office uses. West Covina does not have a large standalone industrial or business park designation, making it primarily a residential and commercial suburban market.
How do ADUs and SB-9 interact with West Covina's dominant R-1 zone?
The R-1 zone at 4,775.08 acres represents a large inventory of single-family parcels where California ADU law and SB-9 apply. Qualifying parcels can add at least one ADU and one JADU by right, and SB-9 enables lot splits and duplexes on eligible urban parcels. Given the city's housing element obligations and the scale of its R-1 land base, ADU and SB-9 activity represents a meaningful housing production pathway in West Covina.
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