Bakersfield Zoning

C-1 Zone in Bakersfield, CA

C-1 zoning district rules in Bakersfield, CA. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.

Commercial DistrictNeighborhood Commercial

The C-1 zone in Bakersfield, CA is a commercial district (Neighborhood Commercial). Permits small-scale retail and service businesses serving immediate neighborhood needs. Scale and intensity are kept low to minimize impact on adjacent residential areas.

Common Permitted Uses

  • Convenience stores
  • Small restaurants
  • Personal services
  • Professional offices

Permits small-scale retail and service businesses serving immediate neighborhood needs. Scale and intensity are kept low to minimize impact on adjacent residential areas.

Parking Requirements

Varies by use — typically 1 space per 250-300 sqft for retail. Bakersfield's suburban commercial development pattern features large surface parking lots.

Source: Bakersfield Municipal Code Chapter 17.08 (Zoning); California Government Code §§66314–66333 (Stats. 2024 Ch. 7 §20). Last verified April 6, 2026. View source

Last updated: April 6, 2026
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