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What is a Use
Permit and why is it needed?
A
use permit is granted to allow a special activity, use or business subject
to special conditions designed to protect the public health, welfare and
safety of surrounding neighborhoods and the community.
The
County of Monterey Zoning Code has established special uses that are
permitted in zoning districts.
Conditional use permit applications must be reviewed individually
to determine that the proposed use will not cause harm or impacts to
residents, the neighborhood, and community or impact the character and
orderly growth of a particular area.
Which
types of activities require a Use Permit?
It depends the zoning district in which the proposed project is located.
However, some uses require a Use Permit no matter where they are
located. These include Development on Slopes over 30%, Ridgeline
Development, Hotels, and Service Stations.
To determine if your specific
project will require a Use Permit please complete the
Online
Questionnaire or call (831) 755-5025.
How
is a Use Permit Granted?
All Use Permit applications are decided at a public hearing by either the
Zoning Administrator or the Planning Commission. In order to grant the
Use Permit, these decision makers must adopt findings that the proposed
use will not adversely affect the health, safety, and welfare of the
community. Please view the brochure on the
Planning
Permit Process for information on the steps involved in obtaining a
Use Permit and view the Fee List for
the required application fees.
Ordinance
References for Use Permits
Chapter
21.74-Title 21 (Inland Area)
The requirements for Use Permits in the various
zoning districts are listed in
Title
21 (Inland Areas)
Note: Use Permit
requirements apply only to the inland areas of the County. In the
Coastal Zone, a Coastal Development Permit,
is the equivalent of a Use Permit.
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