What are zoning codes?

Zoning codes are regulations that govern and dictate how land is used and developed. Typically enacted by local governments such as cities and counties, zoning codes are designed to promote public health, safety, and welfare and to ensure that land is used in a way that is economically viable and compatible with the surrounding environment.

What is a zoning report?

A zoning report is a document that provides information about the zoning regulations and restrictions that apply to a specific property, typically including the zoning district, permitted uses, and building controls such as setback, height, and parking.

What different types of zoning reports are available?

Various zoning reports are commonly available and in some cases, legally required, including brief zoning reports, summary zoning reports, full zoning reports, and documentation such as certified zoning letters.

How to get a zoning report for Simi Valley, california?

By visiting an individual city page, individuals can purchase zoning reports by searching for a property or clicking on the interactive zoning map, confirming the purchase, and then receiving the zoning report as a PDF in their email.

What is the biggest zone in Simi Valley, california?

The largest and most common zone in Simi Valley, california, is RM/Residential Medium Density which is 4179.17.

What is the smallest zone in Simi Valley, california?

The smallest and least common zone in Simi Valley, california, is ASG-CPD(SP)/Arroyo Simi Greenway Commercial Planned Development Specific Plan which is 0.32.

How many different types of zones are in Simi Valley, california?

Simi Valley, california, has a total of 185 different types of zones.

What are the different types of zoning districts in Simi Valley, california?

Simi Valley, california, has multiple zoning districts that can be found above. [link to scroll up on the page to the zoning districts table]

Simi Valley, California

Last Reviewed

4th Apr 2025

Date Published

20th Nov 2024

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Zoning

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Largest Zones in Simi Valley, CA

Residential Medium Density - RM
Open Space Farm Animal Overlay - OS(A)
Residential Moderate Density - RMOD
Runkle Canyon Open Space Specific Plan - RC-OS(SP)
Whiteface Open Space Specific Plan - WF-OS(SP)

The Zoning Map for the City of Simi Valley in CA divides the city’s real estate into zones differentiated according to land use and building regulations.

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What is the Land Use Allocation in Simi Valley, CA?

The following table illustrates how land is allocated for various uses within Simi Valley, CA as defined by city ordinances.

Permitted Use Type	Permitted Use Sub Type	Percentage	Area(sq. m)
agriculture		93.57%	36297.09
	agricultural and hunting	93.57%	36297.09
community		93.49%	36265.27
	medical	43.75%	16969.91
	public, quasi-public, and government	94.08%	36493.69
	transportation facilities and infrastructure	40.29%	15627.74
	schools and universities	93.49%	36265.27
industrial		92.83%	36009.45
	general industrial	6.53%	2534.90
	mills, plants, and other processing facilities	8.65%	3353.96
	manufacturing	8.61%	3338.32
	storage and warehouses	10.17%	3943.54
	contractors office	10.44%	4049.29
	equipment rental and repair services (excluding automobiles)	7.76%	3010.07
	mining, excavation and resource extraction	92.83%	36009.45
residential		84.02%	32592.84
	multi family dwelling	17.41%	6752.80
	single family dwelling	76.78%	29784.24
	two family dwelling	76.27%	29584.18
	mobile and floating homes	57.51%	22309.82
	dwellings (unspecified)	0.24%	93.87
	communal housing	90.13%	34960.52
	accessory dwelling unit	84.02%	32592.84
lodging		9.10%	3529.42
	bed & breakfast	82.30%	31925.52
	hotel/motel	9.10%	3529.42
mechanical		93.24%	36169.92
	utility structures	93.74%	36362.26
	communication towers	93.24%	36169.92
commercial		6.10%	2366.95
	professional office	9.30%	3606.75
	general commercial	10.44%	4049.29
	entertainment	42.62%	16531.52
	non-retail sales	9.07%	3519.24
	automobile related uses	10.39%	4030.24
	research and laboratory facilities	6.10%	2366.95
other		25.93%	10057.66
	signage	2.40%	932.15
	accessory	93.49%	36265.96
	temporary uses	0.23%	89.73
	multiple	50.29%	19509.17
	uncategorized	25.93%	10057.66
retail		11.13%	4319.06
	eating and drinking establishments	16.21%	6289.18
	restricted retail	90.63%	35153.96
	professional services	10.58%	4102.09
	general retail	11.31%	4387.26
	personal services	11.13%	4319.06
parking		6.47%	2511.36
	parking garage or lot	6.47%	2511.36

Simi Valley, California Zoning Districts: What Do They Mean?

Zoning districts in the USA are defined as areas regulated by specific laws that determine land use, building types, and development rules. Planning and Zoning guides urban and suburban development in alignment with community needs for safety and growth. Districts allow for diverse development, such as residential, commercial, industrial, or mixed-use, each with unique regulations.

Zone Code	Area (Acres)	Description
ASG-CI(SP) Arroyo Simi Greenway Commercial Industrial Specific Plan	0.47	The CI zoning district is intended to provide an area combining light industrial uses with commercial activities that are frequently incompatible with conventional retail or office areas, The standards for any base zone may be modified by the addition of the Specific Plan (SP) designation. This designation indicates that the land is controlled by a formally adopted Specific Plan which may impose zoning or development standards that are more or less restrictive than those specified by the SVMC
ASG-CO(SP) Arroyo Simi Greenway Commercial Office Specific Plan	1.34	The CO zoning district is intended to provide areas for business and professional offices, related services, and other uses compatible with and especially sensitive to the surrounding land uses, The standards for any base zone may be modified by the addition of the Specific Plan (SP) designation. This designation indicates that the land is controlled by a formally adopted Specific Plan which may impose zoning or development standards that are more or less restrictive than those specified by the SVMC
ASG-CPD(LAAPO)(SP) Arroyo Simi Greenway Commercial Planned Development Los Angeles Avenue Planning Overlay Specific Plan	9.86	The CPD zoning district is intended to encourage the development of attractive, innovative, and efficient commercial sites containing a broad range of retail, office and service commercial uses, The standards for any base zone may be modified by the addition of the Specific Plan (SP) designation. This designation indicates that the land is controlled by a formally adopted Specific Plan which may impose zoning or development standards that are more or less restrictive than those specified by the SVMC, The purpose of the LAAPO zoning district is to encourage and facilitate the redevelopment of existing commercial structures along both sides of Los Angeles Avenue between approximately Erringer Road and Simi Village Drive. This zone is established to promote investment in the renovation of this aging business district. The overlay zone prescribes the boundaries of the area within which a specialized set of development standards shall apply. The goal is to achieve high quality, pedestrian oriented development through innovative application of the Citywide Design Guidelines. This zone in no way modifies the land uses permitted by the underlying zoning

What is Zoning Code?

Zoning codes have shaped major U.S. cities for over a century, serving as the backbone of urban development by defining the permissible land uses and activities within neighborhoods. Zoning regulations enable cities to exercise control over the use and development of land, establishing clear guidelines for commercial, industrial, residential, and agricultural purposes. Planning and Zoning determines the possibilities and limitations for construction on a property.

What is a Zoning Map?

A zoning map is a visual representation used by local governments to display and define zoning and permitted land uses within specific areas of a region. It is an important tool for planning and zoning, and development and clearly depicts zoning designations. In addition to hard-copy versions, some city offices provide PDF zoning map documents and in some rare cases, a digital map. Zoneomics collects planning and zoning data directly from the source to create standardized and searchable digital zoning maps.

What solutions does Zoneomics offer?

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How Does Planning and Zoning Impact Real Estate Values?

Planning and Zoning plays a pivotal role in the entire lifecycle of a home and significantly influences various stages. Extensive research conducted by Zillow has underscored the importance of zoning regulations, showing their impact on home values. According to Zillow Research, housing markets with stricter land use regulations experienced the highest growth in home values. The most restrictive metropolitan areas witnessed an average appreciation of 23.4%, more than double that of the least restrictive metros. It's worth noting that zoning regulations are determined locally, and different cities may have varying degrees of restrictiveness. Furthermore, even within a city's planning and zoning, individual zones can vary in their level of restrictions, including different types of single-family zones. Zoneomics offers the most detailed coverage of zoning data, providing valuable insights and zoning maps for you to integrate and grow your business. These insights encompass zone codes, permitted land uses, re-zonings, variances, density controls, built-form controls, envelopes, housing supply data, employment generation, underutilized parcels, short-term rental permissibility, and information on proponents and developers. With Zoneomics, you gain access to extensive planning and zoning information to enhance your understanding and decision-making.