REDWOOD CITY, CALIFORNIA#
ZONING CODE#
SUPPLEMENT HISTORY TABLE#
ARTICLE 1#
INTRODUCTORY PROVISIONS
ARTICLE 2#
DEFINITIONS
ARTICLE 3#
DESIGNATION OF DISTRICTS
ARTICLE 4#
USE REGULATIONS RESIDENTIAL ZONING DISTRICTS
ARTICLE 5#
RH RESIDENTIAL—HILLSIDE AND R-1 RESIDENTIAL—SINGLE-FAMILY DISTRICTS
ARTICLE 6#
R-2 RESIDENTIAL—DUPLEX DISTRICT
ARTICLE 8#
R-3 MULTI-FAMILY—LOW DENSITY DISTRICT
ARTICLE 9#
R-4 MULTI-FAMILY—MEDIUM DENSITY DISTRICT
ARTICLE 10#
R-5 MULTI-FAMILY—HIGH DENSITY DISTRICT
ARTICLE 11#
PO PROFESSIONAL OFFICE DISTRICT
ARTICLE 13#
CN NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
ARTICLE 14#
CB CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT
ARTICLE 15#
CG GENERAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
ARTICLE 16#
CP COMMERCIAL PARK DISTRICT
ARTICLE 17#
IR INDUSTRIAL—RESTRICTED DISTRICT
ARTICLE 17A#
LII LIGHT INDUSTRIAL INCUBATOR DISTRICT
ARTICLE 18#
IP INDUSTRIAL PARK DISTRICT
ARTICLE 19#
GI GENERAL INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT
ARTICLE 20#
TP TIDAL PLAIN DISTRICT
ARTICLE 22#
IS INTERIM STUDY DISTRICT
ARTICLE 23#
PF PUBLIC FACILITIES DISTRICT
ARTICLE 24#
MH MOBILE HOME DISTRICT
ARTICLE 25#
COMBINING DISTRICTS
ARTICLE 27#
SEXUALLY ORIENTED BUSINESSES
ARTICLE 28#
RSB REDWOOD SHORES BAYFRONT DISTRICT
ARTICLE 29#
REQUIREMENTS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING
ARTICLE 30#
OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING
ARTICLE 31#
SPECIAL USES
ARTICLE 32#
SUPPLEMENTARY PROVISIONS
ARTICLE 33#
NONCONFORMING LOTS, USES, STRUCTURES AND PARKING
ARTICLE 34#
PREZONING OF AREAS PRIOR TO ANNEXATION BY CITY
ARTICLE 35#
SERVICE STATIONS
ARTICLE 36#
EXTERIOR SITE IMPROVEMENTS
ARTICLE 37#
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS
ARTICLE 38#
WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES
ARTICLE 39#
CHILD CARE FACILITIES
ARTICLE 40#
POWERS AND DUTIES OF PLANNING BODIES
ARTICLE 41#
COMMON PROCEDURES
ARTICLE 42#
USE PERMITS
ARTICLE 43#
VARIANCES
ARTICLE 44#
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
ARTICLE 45#
ARCHITECTURAL PERMITS
ARTICLE 46#
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PERMITS
ARTICLE 47#
PLANNED COMMUNITY PERMITS
ARTICLE 48#
FLOOR AREA RATIO FOR SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES
ARTICLE 49#
AMENDMENTS
ARTICLE 50#
ENFORCEMENT
ARTICLE 52#
PLANNED COMMUNITY DISTRICT OR P DISTRICT
ARTICLE 53#
MIXED-USE CORRIDOR ZONING DISTRICT
ARTICLE 54#
MUN MIXED-USE NEIGHBORHOOD DISTRICT
ARTICLE 55#
MUT MIXED-USE TRANSITIONAL DISTRICT
ARTICLE 57#
MIXED-USE WATERFRONT MUW ZONING DISTRICT
ARTICLE 58#
FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION RETAIL SALE USE
ARTICLE 59#
CANNABIS CULTIVATION AND COMMERCIAL CANNABIS ACTIVITY
ARTICLE 60#
ZONING DISTRICT BOUNDARY MAP
ORDINANCE LIST AND DISPOSITION TABLE#
CODE COMPARATIVE TABLE AND DISPOSITION LIST#
Redwood City City Zoning Code#
REDWOOD CITY, CALIFORNIA ZONING CODE
A Codification of the Zoning Ordinances of Redwood City, California
Beginning with Supp. No. 7, Supplemented by Municipal Code Corporation
OFFICIALS#
of the CITY OF REDWOOD CITY CALIFORNIA
Elmer Martinez Saballos Mayor
Kaia Eakin Vice Mayor
Isabella Chu Jeff Gee Diane Howard Marcella Padilla Chris Sturken Council Members
Melissa Stevenson Diaz City Manager
Pamela Aguilar City Clerk
Veronica Ramirez City Attorney
PREFACE#
The Redwood City Zoning Code, originally published by Book Publishing Company, has been kept current by regular supplementation by Municipal Code Corporation, its successor in interest.
During original codification, the ordinances were compiled, edited and indexed by the editorial staff of Book Publishing Company under the direction of Tom Passanisi, principal planner.
The code is organized by subject matter under an expandable three-factor decimal numbering system which is designed to facilitate supplementation without disturbing the numbering of existing provisions. Each section number designates, in sequence, the numbers of the article and section. Thus, Section 10.12 is Section .12, located in Article 10. To accommodate future provisions, a decimal followed by the appropriate number is added to the prior section (Ex: 10.12 becomes 10.12.1).
In parentheses following each section is a legislative history identifying the specific sources for the provisions of that section. This legislative history is complemented by an ordinance disposition table, following the text of the code, listing by number all ordinances, their subjects, and where they appear in the codification; and beginning with Supplement No. 7, legislation can be tracked using the "Code Comparative Table and Disposition List."
A subject-matter index, with complete cross-referencing, locates specific code provisions by individual section numbers.
This supplement brings the Code up to date through Ordinance No. 1130-890, passed August 26, 2024.
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HOW TO USE YOUR CODE#
This code is organized to make the laws of the city as accessible as possible to city officials, city employees and private citizens. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with some of the important elements of this code.
Numbering System#
The numbering system is the backbone of a Code of Ordinances; Municipal Code Corporation uses a unique and versatile numbering structure that allows for easy expansion and amendment of this Code. The code is organized by subject matter under an expandable three-factor decimal numbering system which is designed to facilitate supplementation without disturbing the numbering of existing provisions. Each section number designates, in sequence, the numbers of the article and section. Thus, Section 10.12 is Section .12, located in Article 10. To accommodate future provisions, a decimal followed by the appropriate number is added to the prior section (Ex: 10.12 becomes 10.12.1).
Tables of Contents#
There are many tables of contents in this code to assist in locating specific information. At the beginning of the code is the main table of contents listing each title. In addition, each title and chapter has its own table of contents listing the chapters and sections, respectively.
Ordinance History Note#
At the end of each code section, you will find an "ordinance history note," which lists the underlying ordinances for that section. The ordinances are listed by number, section (if applicable) and adoption date. (Example: (Ord. 272 § 1, 3-1-1992).)
Beginning with Supplement No. 7, a secondary ordinance history note will be appended to affected sections. Ordinance history notes will be amended with the most recent ordinance added to the end. These history notes can be cross-referenced to the code comparative table and disposition list appearing at the back of the volume preceding the index.
Ordinance List and Disposition Table#
To find a specific ordinance in the code, turn to the Ordinance List and Disposition Table. This very useful table tells you the status of every ordinance reviewed for inclusion in the code. The table is organized by ordinance number and provides a brief description and the disposition of the ordinance. If the ordinance is codified, the chapter (or chapters) will be indicated. (Example: (2.04, 6.12, 9.04).) If the ordinance is of a temporary nature or deals with subjects not normally codified, such as budgets, taxes, annexations or rezones, the disposition will be "(Special)." If the ordinance is for some reason omitted from the code, usually at the direction of the municipality, the disposition will be "(Not codified)." Other dispositions sometimes used are "(Tabled)," "(Pending)," "(Number Not Used)" or "(Missing)."
Beginning with Supplement No. 7, this table will be replaced with the "Code Comparative Table and Disposition List."
Code Comparative Table and Disposition List#
Beginning with Supplement No. 7, a Code Comparative Table and Disposition List has been added for use in tracking legislative history. Located in the back of this volume, this table is a chronological listing of each ordinance considered for codification. The Code Comparative Table and Disposition List specifies the ordinance number, adoption date, description of the ordinance and the disposition within the code of each ordinance. By use of the Code Comparative Table and Disposition List, the reader can locate any section of the code as supplemented, and any subsequent ordinance included herein.
Index#
If you are not certain where to look for a particular subject in this code, start with the index. This is an alphabetical multi-tier subject index which uses section numbers as the reference, and cross-references where necessary. Look for the main heading of the subject you need, then the appropriate subheadings:
| BUSINESS LICENSE | |
|---|---|
| See also BUSINESS TAX | |
| Fee | 5.04.030 |
| Required when | 5.04.010 |
The index will be updated as necessary when the code text is amended.
Insertion Guide#
Each supplement to the new code will be accompanied by an Insertion Guide. This guide will tell the code user the date of the most recent supplement and the last ordinance contained in that supplement. It will then list the pages that must be pulled from the code and the new pages that must be inserted. Following these instructions carefully will assure that the code is kept accurate and current. Removed pages should be kept for future reference.
Electronic Submission#
In the interests of accuracy and speed, we encourage you to submit your ordinances electronically if at all possible. We can accept most any file format, including Word, WordPerfect or text files. If you have a choice, we prefer Word, any version. You can send files to us as an e-mail attachment, by FTP, on a diskette or CD-ROM. Electronic files enable us not only to get you your code more quickly but also ensure that it is error-free. Our e-mail address is: ords@municode.com.
For hard copy, send two copies of all ordinances passed to:
Municipal Code Corporation P.O. Box 2235 Tallahassee, FL 32316
Customer Service#
If you have any questions about this code or our services, please contact Municipal Code Corporation at 1-800-262-2633 or:
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