Los Angeles Zoning

C1 Zone in Los Angeles, CA

C1 zoning district rules in Los Angeles, CA. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.

Commercial District— Neighborhood Commercial

The C1 zone in Los Angeles, 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 sqft for retail, 1 per 300 sqft for office. Shared parking and transit reduction options available.

Source: LAMC Section 12.22 A.33 (Ordinance 186,481, eff 2019-12-19); California Government Code Chapter 13 §§66314–66333 (Stats. 2024 Ch. 7 §20). Last verified April 7, 2026. View source

Last updated: April 7, 2026
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