Zoning Districts in San Diego
Browse the zoning districts in San Diego, CA. Each zone type defines permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
San Diego divides its land into 21 primary zoning districts. Select a zone below to view its permitted uses, setback requirements, height limits, and lot coverage standards.
Zoning Districts
RS-1-2
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RS-1-4
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RS-1-7
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RS-1-14
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RM-1-1
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RM-2-4
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RM-3-7
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RX
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CC-1-3
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CC-4-9
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CN-1-2
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CO-1-2
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CP-1-2
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CV-1
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OC-1-3
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OP-1-3
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IL-2-1
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IL-3-1
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IH-1
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IS-1
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IP-1-1
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About San Diego Zoning
Zoning districts define what can be built, how large structures can be, and how close buildings can be to property lines and neighboring structures. Understanding the zoning district for your property is the first step in any building project in San Diego.
Source: San Diego Land Development Code Section 141.0302; California Government Code Chapter 13 §§66314–66333 (Stats. 2024 Ch. 7 §20). Last verified April 5, 2026. View source