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City of South San Francisco, CA
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2024-06-12
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Code of Ordinances
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Title 20 Zoning
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Division V Citywide Standards
Code of Ordinances
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General Provisions
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Administration
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Personnel
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Revenue and Finance
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(Reserved)
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Business Regulations
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(Reserved)
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Health and Welfare
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Animals
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Public Peace, Morals and Safety
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Vehicles and Traffic
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(Reserved)
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Public Improvements
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Water and Sewage
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Buildings and Construction
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(Reserved)
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(Reserved)
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(Reserved)
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Subdivisions
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Zoning
Ttl 20 Div V
Citywide Standards
Ch 20.300
LOT AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
§ 20.300.001
Purpose and Applicability.
§ 20.300.002
Accessory Buildings and Structures.
§ 20.300.003
Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan Consistency.
§ 20.300.004
Development on Lots Divided by District Boundaries.
§ 20.300.005
Development on Substandard Lots.
§ 20.300.006
Fences, Walls, and Hedges.
§ 20.300.007
Heights and Height Exceptions.
§ 20.300.008
Landscaping.
§ 20.300.009
Lighting and Illumination.
§ 20.300.010
Performance Standards.
§ 20.300.011
Projections into Required Yards.
§ 20.300.012
Screening.
§ 20.300.013
Swimming Pools and Spas.
§ 20.300.014
Trash and Refuse Collection Areas.
§ 20.300.015
Underground Utilities.
§ 20.300.016
Visibility at Intersections and Driveways.
Ch 20.310
SITE AND BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS
§ 20.310.001
Purpose.
§ 20.310.002
General Site and Building Design.
§ 20.310.003
Single-Family and Duplex Residential Design.
§ 20.310.004
Multifamily Residential and Residential Mixed-Use Design.
Ch 20.320
NONCONFORMING USES, STRUCTURES, AND LOTS
§ 20.320.001
Purpose and Applicability.
§ 20.320.002
Establishment of Lawful Nonconforming Uses, Structures and Lots.
§ 20.320.003
Continuation and Maintenance of Nonconforming Structures.
§ 20.320.004
Alterations and Enlargements to Nonconforming Structures.
§ 20.320.005
Changes and Substitutions of Nonconforming Uses.
§ 20.320.006
Expansion of Nonconforming Uses.
§ 20.320.007
Repair and Replacement of Damaged or Destroyed Nonconforming Buildings.
§ 20.320.008
Abandonment of Nonconforming Uses.
Ch 20.330
ON-SITE PARKING AND LOADING
§ 20.330.001
Purpose.
§ 20.330.002
Applicability.
§ 20.330.003
General Provisions.
§ 20.330.004
Required Parking Spaces.
§ 20.330.005
Location of Required Parking.
§ 20.330.006
Parking Reductions.
§ 20.330.007
Bicycle Parking.
§ 20.330.008
Electric Vehicle Charging Station.
§ 20.330.009
On-Site Loading.
§ 20.330.010
Parking Area Design and Development Standards.
§ 20.330.011
Private Residential Handicap Parking.
Ch 20.340
TEMPORARY USES
§ 20.340.001
Purpose.
§ 20.340.002
Temporary Uses Not Requiring a Temporary Use Permit.
§ 20.340.003
Temporary Uses Requiring a Temporary Use Permit.
§ 20.340.004
Temporary Uses Requiring a Minor Use Permit.
Ch 20.350
STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR SPECIFIC USES AND ACTIVITIES
§ 20.350.001
Purpose.
§ 20.350.002
Applicability.
§ 20.350.003
Accessory Dwelling Units.
§ 20.350.004
Accessory Uses.
§ 20.350.005
Adult-Oriented Businesses.
§ 20.350.006
Animal Care, Sales, and Services.
§ 20.350.007
Animal Keeping.
§ 20.350.008
Automobile/Vehicle Sales and Leasing.
§ 20.350.009
Automobile/Vehicle Service and Repair, Major and Minor.
§ 20.350.010
Automobile/Vehicle Washing and Service Stations.
§ 20.350.011
Bed and Breakfast Lodging.
§ 20.350.012
Community Assembly, Small and Large.
§ 20.350.013
Convenience Markets.
§ 20.350.014
Day Care Centers.
§ 20.350.015
Domestic Violence Shelter.
§ 20.350.016
Drive-Through Facilities.
§ 20.350.017
Emergency Shelters.
§ 20.350.018
Family Day Care Homes.
§ 20.350.019
Fleet-Based Services.
§ 20.350.020
Freight/Truck Terminals and Warehouses, and Parcel Hubs.
§ 20.350.021
Gated Communities.
§ 20.350.022
Group Residential.
§ 20.350.023
Home Occupations.
§ 20.350.024
Hotels and Motels.
§ 20.350.025
Large Format Retail.
§ 20.350.026
Live-Work Units.
§ 20.350.027
Massage Businesses.
§ 20.350.028
Mobile Home Parks.
§ 20.350.029
Mobile Vendor Services.
§ 20.350.030
Other Financial Services.
§ 20.350.031
Outdoor Market.
§ 20.350.032
Outdoor Seating.
§ 20.350.033
Outdoor Storage.
§ 20.350.034
Personal Services.
§ 20.350.035
Personal Storage.
§ 20.350.036
Recycling Facilities.
§ 20.350.037
Short-Term Vacation Rentals.
§ 20.350.038
Social Service Facilities.
§ 20.350.039
Tattoo or Body Modification Parlor.
Ch 20.360
SIGNS
§ 20.360.001
Purpose.
§ 20.360.002
Applicability.
§ 20.360.003
Administration and Procedures.
§ 20.360.004
General Standards for All Signs.
§ 20.360.005
Sign Design Standards.
§ 20.360.006
Standards for Permanent Signs.
§ 20.360.007
Standards for Temporary Signs.
§ 20.360.008
Nonconforming Signs.
§ 20.360.009
Enforcement, Liability, and Penalty.
Ch 20.370
ANTENNAS AND WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES
§ 20.370.001
Purpose.
§ 20.370.002
Applicability.
§ 20.370.003
General Guidelines and Requirements.
§ 20.370.004
Application Requirements.
§ 20.370.005
Location, Design, and Operation Requirements.
§ 20.370.006
Review and Approval Procedures.
§ 20.370.007
Cessation of Operations.
§ 20.370.008
Definitions.
Ch 20.375
SMALL CELL WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES
§ 20.375.001
Purpose.
§ 20.375.002
Definitions.
§ 20.375.003
Permitted Facilities and License Areas.
§ 20.375.004
Standard Requirements.
§ 20.375.005
Permit Requirements.
§ 20.375.006
Permit Application Submittal Requirements.
§ 20.375.007
Permit Review, Renewal and Revocation Procedures.
§ 20.375.008
Cessation of Operations.
§ 20.375.009
Appeals.
§ 20.375.010
Violations and Penalties.
Ch 20.380
INCLUSIONARY HOUSING REGULATIONS
§ 20.380.001
Purpose and Intent.
§ 20.380.002
Definitions.
§ 20.380.003
Applicability of Inclusionary Housing Requirement.
§ 20.380.004
Inclusionary Housing Plans.
§ 20.380.005
Calculating the Required Number of Inclusionary Units.
§ 20.380.006
Affordable Housing Standards.
§ 20.380.007
Alternatives to Constructing New Inclusionary Units.
§ 20.380.008
Waiver of Requirements.
§ 20.380.009
Disposition of Excess Inclusionary Units.
§ 20.380.010
Offsets to the Cost of Affordable Housing Development.
§ 20.380.011
In-Lieu Fees.
§ 20.380.012
Collection of Fees.
§ 20.380.013
Preliminary Project Application and Review Process.
§ 20.380.014
Affordable Housing Agreement as a Condition of Development.
§ 20.380.015
Agreement Amendments.
§ 20.380.016
Period of Affordability.
§ 20.380.017
Pre-Existing Approvals.
§ 20.380.018
Enforcement.
§ 20.380.019
Savings Clause.
Ch 20.390
BONUS RESIDENTIAL DENSITY
§ 20.390.001
Purpose and Intent.
§ 20.390.002
Definitions.
§ 20.390.003
Regulations for New Residential Construction.
§ 20.390.004
Regulations for Conversions.
§ 20.390.005
Parking.
§ 20.390.006
Waiver and Reduction of Development Standards.
§ 20.390.007
Density Bonus Housing Standards.
§ 20.390.008
Expiration of Affordability Tenure.
§ 20.390.009
Density Bonus Application and Review Process.
§ 20.390.010
Inclusion of Density Bonus Housing Agreement as a Condition of Development.
§ 20.390.011
Density Bonus Resale Agreements.
§ 20.390.012
Eligibility Requirements.
§ 20.390.013
Management and Monitoring.
§ 20.390.014
Administrative Fee for Target Dwelling Units.
§ 20.390.015
Severability of Provisions.
Ch 20.395
COMMUNITY BENEFITS PROGRAM
§ 20.395.001
Purpose.
§ 20.395.002
Applicability.
§ 20.395.003
Review and Approval.
§ 20.395.004
Community Benefits Priorities.
Ch 20.400
TRANSPORTATION DEMAND MANAGEMENT
§ 20.400.001
Purpose.
§ 20.400.002
Applicability.
§ 20.400.003
Requirements by Tier.
§ 20.400.004
Trip Reduction Measures.
§ 20.400.005
Submittal Requirements and Approvals.
§ 20.400.006
Monitoring and Enforcement.
Ch 20.410
REGULATION ON CANNABIS ACTIVITIES
§ 20.410.001
Purpose and Intent.
§ 20.410.002
Definitions.
§ 20.410.003
Cannabis Retail Establishments, Microbusinesses, and Outdoor Cultivation Prohibited.
§ 20.410.004
Indoor Commercial Cannabis Cultivation.
§ 20.410.005
Commercial Cannabis Manufacturing.
§ 20.410.006
Cannabis Testing Operations.
§ 20.410.007
Cannabis Distribution Operations.
§ 20.410.008
Delivery-Only Operations.
§ 20.410.009
Operator Permit Requirements.
§ 20.410.010
Commercial Cannabis Operation Security Requirements.
§ 20.410.011
Nuisance, Violation and Enforcement.
§ 20.410.012
Administrative Procedures.
§ 20.410.013
Conflict of Laws.
Ch 20.420
PROHIBITION ON NEW SIGNIFICANT TOBACCO RETAILERS
§ 20.420.001
Purpose and Intent.
§ 20.420.002
Definitions.
§ 20.420.003
Significant Tobacco Retailers Prohibited.
§ 20.420.004
Violation and Enforcement.
Ch 20.430
PROHIBITION ON NEW SUPERSTORES
§ 20.430.001
Purpose and Intent.
§ 20.430.002
Superstores Prohibited.
§ 20.430.003
Violation and Enforcement.
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Division V
Citywide Standards
Chapter 20.300
LOT AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
chevron_right
§ 20.300.001
Purpose and Applicability.
chevron_right
§ 20.300.002
Accessory Buildings and Structures.
chevron_right
§ 20.300.003
Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan Consistency.
chevron_right
§ 20.300.004
Development on Lots Divided by District Boundaries.
chevron_right
§ 20.300.005
Development on Substandard Lots.
chevron_right
§ 20.300.006
Fences, Walls, and Hedges.
chevron_right
§ 20.300.007
Heights and Height Exceptions.
chevron_right
§ 20.300.008
Landscaping.
chevron_right
§ 20.300.009
Lighting and Illumination.
chevron_right
§ 20.300.010
Performance Standards.
chevron_right
§ 20.300.011
Projections into Required Yards.
chevron_right
§ 20.300.012
Screening.
chevron_right
§ 20.300.013
Swimming Pools and Spas.
chevron_right
§ 20.300.014
Trash and Refuse Collection Areas.
chevron_right
§ 20.300.015
Underground Utilities.
chevron_right
§ 20.300.016
Visibility at Intersections and Driveways.
chevron_right
Chapter 20.310
SITE AND BUILDING DESIGN STANDARDS
chevron_right
§ 20.310.001
Purpose.
chevron_right
§ 20.310.002
General Site and Building Design.
chevron_right
§ 20.310.003
Single-Family and Duplex Residential Design.
chevron_right
§ 20.310.004
Multifamily Residential and Residential Mixed-Use Design.
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Chapter 20.320
NONCONFORMING USES, STRUCTURES, AND LOTS
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§ 20.320.001
Purpose and Applicability.
chevron_right
§ 20.320.002
Establishment of Lawful Nonconforming Uses, Structures and Lots.
chevron_right
§ 20.320.003
Continuation and Maintenance of Nonconforming Structures.
chevron_right
§ 20.320.004
Alterations and Enlargements to Nonconforming Structures.
chevron_right
§ 20.320.005
Changes and Substitutions of Nonconforming Uses.
chevron_right
§ 20.320.006
Expansion of Nonconforming Uses.
chevron_right
§ 20.320.007
Repair and Replacement of Damaged or Destroyed Nonconforming Buildings.
chevron_right
§ 20.320.008
Abandonment of Nonconforming Uses.
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Chapter 20.330
ON-SITE PARKING AND LOADING
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§ 20.330.001
Purpose.
chevron_right
§ 20.330.002
Applicability.
chevron_right
§ 20.330.003
General Provisions.
chevron_right
§ 20.330.004
Required Parking Spaces.
chevron_right
§ 20.330.005
Location of Required Parking.
chevron_right
§ 20.330.006
Parking Reductions.
chevron_right
§ 20.330.007
Bicycle Parking.
chevron_right
§ 20.330.008
Electric Vehicle Charging Station.
chevron_right
§ 20.330.009
On-Site Loading.
chevron_right
§ 20.330.010
Parking Area Design and Development Standards.
chevron_right
§ 20.330.011
Private Residential Handicap Parking.
chevron_right
Chapter 20.340
TEMPORARY USES
chevron_right
§ 20.340.001
Purpose.
chevron_right
§ 20.340.002
Temporary Uses Not Requiring a Temporary Use Permit.
chevron_right
§ 20.340.003
Temporary Uses Requiring a Temporary Use Permit.
chevron_right
§ 20.340.004
Temporary Uses Requiring a Minor Use Permit.
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Chapter 20.350
STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR SPECIFIC USES AND ACTIVITIES
chevron_right
§ 20.350.001
Purpose.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.002
Applicability.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.003
Accessory Dwelling Units.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.004
Accessory Uses.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.005
Adult-Oriented Businesses.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.006
Animal Care, Sales, and Services.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.007
Animal Keeping.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.008
Automobile/Vehicle Sales and Leasing.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.009
Automobile/Vehicle Service and Repair, Major and Minor.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.010
Automobile/Vehicle Washing and Service Stations.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.011
Bed and Breakfast Lodging.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.012
Community Assembly, Small and Large.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.013
Convenience Markets.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.014
Day Care Centers.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.015
Domestic Violence Shelter.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.016
Drive-Through Facilities.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.017
Emergency Shelters.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.018
Family Day Care Homes.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.019
Fleet-Based Services.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.020
Freight/Truck Terminals and Warehouses, and Parcel Hubs.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.021
Gated Communities.
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§ 20.350.022
Group Residential.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.023
Home Occupations.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.024
Hotels and Motels.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.025
Large Format Retail.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.026
Live-Work Units.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.027
Massage Businesses.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.028
Mobile Home Parks.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.029
Mobile Vendor Services.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.030
Other Financial Services.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.031
Outdoor Market.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.032
Outdoor Seating.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.033
Outdoor Storage.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.034
Personal Services.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.035
Personal Storage.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.036
Recycling Facilities.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.037
Short-Term Vacation Rentals.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.038
Social Service Facilities.
chevron_right
§ 20.350.039
Tattoo or Body Modification Parlor.
chevron_right
Chapter 20.360
SIGNS
chevron_right
§ 20.360.001
Purpose.
chevron_right
§ 20.360.002
Applicability.
chevron_right
§ 20.360.003
Administration and Procedures.
chevron_right
§ 20.360.004
General Standards for All Signs.
chevron_right
§ 20.360.005
Sign Design Standards.
chevron_right
§ 20.360.006
Standards for Permanent Signs.
chevron_right
§ 20.360.007
Standards for Temporary Signs.
chevron_right
§ 20.360.008
Nonconforming Signs.
chevron_right
§ 20.360.009
Enforcement, Liability, and Penalty.
chevron_right
Chapter 20.370
ANTENNAS AND WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES
chevron_right
§ 20.370.001
Purpose.
chevron_right
§ 20.370.002
Applicability.
chevron_right
§ 20.370.003
General Guidelines and Requirements.
chevron_right
§ 20.370.004
Application Requirements.
chevron_right
§ 20.370.005
Location, Design, and Operation Requirements.
chevron_right
§ 20.370.006
Review and Approval Procedures.
chevron_right
§ 20.370.007
Cessation of Operations.
chevron_right
§ 20.370.008
Definitions.
chevron_right
Chapter 20.375
SMALL CELL WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES
chevron_right
§ 20.375.001
Purpose.
chevron_right
§ 20.375.002
Definitions.
chevron_right
§ 20.375.003
Permitted Facilities and License Areas.
chevron_right
§ 20.375.004
Standard Requirements.
chevron_right
§ 20.375.005
Permit Requirements.
chevron_right
§ 20.375.006
Permit Application Submittal Requirements.
chevron_right
§ 20.375.007
Permit Review, Renewal and Revocation Procedures.
chevron_right
§ 20.375.008
Cessation of Operations.
chevron_right
§ 20.375.009
Appeals.
chevron_right
§ 20.375.010
Violations and Penalties.
chevron_right
Chapter 20.380
INCLUSIONARY HOUSING REGULATIONS
chevron_right
§ 20.380.001
Purpose and Intent.
chevron_right
§ 20.380.002
Definitions.
chevron_right
§ 20.380.003
Applicability of Inclusionary Housing Requirement.
chevron_right
§ 20.380.004
Inclusionary Housing Plans.
chevron_right
§ 20.380.005
Calculating the Required Number of Inclusionary Units.
chevron_right
§ 20.380.006
Affordable Housing Standards.
chevron_right
§ 20.380.007
Alternatives to Constructing New Inclusionary Units.
chevron_right
§ 20.380.008
Waiver of Requirements.
chevron_right
§ 20.380.009
Disposition of Excess Inclusionary Units.
chevron_right
§ 20.380.010
Offsets to the Cost of Affordable Housing Development.
chevron_right
§ 20.380.011
In-Lieu Fees.
chevron_right
§ 20.380.012
Collection of Fees.
chevron_right
§ 20.380.013
Preliminary Project Application and Review Process.
chevron_right
§ 20.380.014
Affordable Housing Agreement as a Condition of Development.
chevron_right
§ 20.380.015
Agreement Amendments.
chevron_right
§ 20.380.016
Period of Affordability.
chevron_right
§ 20.380.017
Pre-Existing Approvals.
chevron_right
§ 20.380.018
Enforcement.
chevron_right
§ 20.380.019
Savings Clause.
chevron_right
Chapter 20.390
BONUS RESIDENTIAL DENSITY
chevron_right
§ 20.390.001
Purpose and Intent.
chevron_right
§ 20.390.002
Definitions.
chevron_right
§ 20.390.003
Regulations for New Residential Construction.
chevron_right
§ 20.390.004
Regulations for Conversions.
chevron_right
§ 20.390.005
Parking.
chevron_right
§ 20.390.006
Waiver and Reduction of Development Standards.
chevron_right
§ 20.390.007
Density Bonus Housing Standards.
chevron_right
§ 20.390.008
Expiration of Affordability Tenure.
chevron_right
§ 20.390.009
Density Bonus Application and Review Process.
chevron_right
§ 20.390.010
Inclusion of Density Bonus Housing Agreement as a Condition of Development.
chevron_right
§ 20.390.011
Density Bonus Resale Agreements.
chevron_right
§ 20.390.012
Eligibility Requirements.
chevron_right
§ 20.390.013
Management and Monitoring.
chevron_right
§ 20.390.014
Administrative Fee for Target Dwelling Units.
chevron_right
§ 20.390.015
Severability of Provisions.
chevron_right
Chapter 20.395
COMMUNITY BENEFITS PROGRAM
chevron_right
§ 20.395.001
Purpose.
chevron_right
§ 20.395.002
Applicability.
chevron_right
§ 20.395.003
Review and Approval.
chevron_right
§ 20.395.004
Community Benefits Priorities.
chevron_right
Chapter 20.400
TRANSPORTATION DEMAND MANAGEMENT
chevron_right
§ 20.400.001
Purpose.
chevron_right
§ 20.400.002
Applicability.
chevron_right
§ 20.400.003
Requirements by Tier.
chevron_right
§ 20.400.004
Trip Reduction Measures.
chevron_right
§ 20.400.005
Submittal Requirements and Approvals.
chevron_right
§ 20.400.006
Monitoring and Enforcement.
chevron_right
Chapter 20.410
REGULATION ON CANNABIS ACTIVITIES
chevron_right
§ 20.410.001
Purpose and Intent.
chevron_right
§ 20.410.002
Definitions.
chevron_right
§ 20.410.003
Cannabis Retail Establishments, Microbusinesses, and Outdoor Cultivation Prohibited.
chevron_right
§ 20.410.004
Indoor Commercial Cannabis Cultivation.
chevron_right
§ 20.410.005
Commercial Cannabis Manufacturing.
chevron_right
§ 20.410.006
Cannabis Testing Operations.
chevron_right
§ 20.410.007
Cannabis Distribution Operations.
chevron_right
§ 20.410.008
Delivery-Only Operations.
chevron_right
§ 20.410.009
Operator Permit Requirements.
chevron_right
§ 20.410.010
Commercial Cannabis Operation Security Requirements.
chevron_right
§ 20.410.011
Nuisance, Violation and Enforcement.
chevron_right
§ 20.410.012
Administrative Procedures.
chevron_right
§ 20.410.013
Conflict of Laws.
chevron_right
Chapter 20.420
PROHIBITION ON NEW SIGNIFICANT TOBACCO RETAILERS
chevron_right
§ 20.420.001
Purpose and Intent.
chevron_right
§ 20.420.002
Definitions.
chevron_right
§ 20.420.003
Significant Tobacco Retailers Prohibited.
chevron_right
§ 20.420.004
Violation and Enforcement.
chevron_right
Chapter 20.430
PROHIBITION ON NEW SUPERSTORES
chevron_right
§ 20.430.001
Purpose and Intent.
chevron_right
§ 20.430.002
Superstores Prohibited.
chevron_right
§ 20.430.003
Violation and Enforcement.
chevron_right