C6 Zone in Santa Monica, CA
C6 zoning district rules in Santa Monica, CA. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The C6 zone in Santa Monica, 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
Reduced requirements near downtown and transit. Downtown Santa Monica (Third Street Promenade area) has no parking minimums in the BCD zone. Shared parking and in-lieu parking fees available.
Source: Santa Monica Municipal Code Chapter 9.31.290 — Accessory Dwelling Units; California Government Code §§66314–66333 (Stats. 2024 Ch. 7 §20). Last verified April 6, 2026. View source