Chula Vista City Zoning Code
19.36 C-C
Central Commercial Zone
19.36.010 Purpose.
The purpose of the C-C zone is to stabilize, improve and protect the commercial characteristics of the community’s business centers and commercial corridors, and integrate mixed use development (commercial with residential) to increase the urban vibrancy of these areas. The C-C zone designation shall only be applied in the general location of such business centers and commercial corridors, as well as in mixed use residential (MUR) areas as designated in the Chula Vista General Plan. (Ord. 3182 § 3(A), 2011; Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.509(A)).
19.36.020 Permitted uses.
Principal permitted uses in the C-C zone are as follows:
A. Stores, shops and offices supplying commodities or performing services for residents of the City as a whole or the surrounding community such as department stores, specialty shops, banks, business offices, and other financial institutions and personal service enterprises;
B. Restaurants, and sale of beer or other alcoholic beverages for consumption on the premises only where the sale is incidental with the sale of food;
C. Bona fide antique shops, but not including secondhand stores or junk stores;
D. Parking structures and off-street parking lots, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.230;
E. Electrical substations and gas regulator stations, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.140;
F. Massage parlors, subject to the provisions of Chapter 5.36 CVMC;
G. Any other retail business or service establishment which the Zoning Administrator finds to be consistent with the purpose of this title and which will not impair the present or potential use of adjacent properties;
H. Accessory uses and buildings customarily appurtenant to a permitted use and satellite dish antennas in accordance with the provisions in CVMC 19.22.030(F)(1) through (9);
I. Agricultural uses as provided in CVMC 19.16.030;
J. Mixed commercial-residential projects, if designated by the Chula Vista General Plan as MUR, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.205. (Ord. 3544 § 7, 2023; Ord. 3182 § 3(A), 2011; Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 2273 § 5, 1988; Ord. 2108 § 1, 1985; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.509(B)).
19.36.022 Accessory uses and buildings.
A. Private and backup and emergency electrical generating facilities, as defined in subsections (3) and (4) of the definition “electrical generating facilities” in CVMC 19.04.002, and subject to the following standards:
1. Private: the standards prescribed in CVMC 19.58.142(D).
2. Backup and emergency: the standards prescribed in CVMC 19.58.142(E).
B. A minimum of one accessory dwelling unit, or up to 25 percent of the existing multifamily units, is permitted within an existing multifamily dwelling subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.022.
C. A maximum of two detached accessory dwelling units on lots with an existing multifamily dwelling where such units are detached from that multifamily dwelling subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.022.
D. Multiple accessory dwelling units may be permitted within portions of existing multifamily dwelling buildings that are not used as living space including, but not limited to, storage rooms, boiler rooms, passageways, attics, basements, or garages subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.022. (Ord. 3503 § 7, 2021; Ord. 3279 § 3, 2013).
19.36.030 Conditional uses.
The following uses shall be permitted in the C-C zone; provided, a conditional use permit is issued in accordance with the provisions of CVMC 19.14.030(A) or 19.14.040, as may be applicable, and CVMC 19.14.050 through 19.14.090:
A. Car washes, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.060;
B. Automobile rental and towing services;
C. Social and fraternal organizations (nonprofit), subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.100;
D. Trailer rentals;
E. Veterinarian clinics, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.050;
F. Automobile service stations, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.280, and automobile maintenance and repair (minor);
G. Roof-mounted satellite dishes, subject to the standards set forth in CVMC 19.30.040;
H. Recycling collection centers, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.345;
I. Mixed commercial-residential projects, in those areas not designated MUR by the Chula Vista General Plan, subject to the applicable findings (CVMC 19.14.080) and subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.205.
The following uses shall be permitted in the C-C zone; provided, a conditional use permit is issued by the Planning Commission, or for unclassified uses as defined in CVMC 19.54.020:
J. Skating rinks, subject to the conditions of CVMC 19.58.040;
K. Billiard parlors subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.040;
L. Bowling alleys, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.040;
M. Cardrooms;
N. Bars, cocktail lounges and night clubs subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.075. Businesses with dance floors are also subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.115 and Chapter 5.26 CVMC.
O. Restaurants with dance floors or areas designated for live entertainment. Businesses with dance floors are also subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.115 and Chapter 5.26 CVMC. Businesses with areas set aside for live entertainment are also subject to the provisions of Chapter 9.13 CVMC.
P. Unclassified uses, see Chapter 19.54 CVMC. (Ord. 3544 § 2, 2023; Ord. 3182 § 3(A), 2011; Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 2633 § 4, 1995; Ord. 2295 § 1, 1989; Ord. 2252 § 5, 1988; Ord. 2233 § 5, 1987; Ord. 2160 § 1, 1986; Ord. 2152 § 2, 1986; Ord. 2108 § 1, 1985; Ord. 1757 § 1, 1977; Ord. 1746 § 1, 1977; Ord. 1571 § 1, 1974; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.509(C)).
19.36.040 Sign regulations.
Repealed by Ord. 2924 § 3, 2003. (Ord. 2309-A § 8, 1989; Ord. 1575 § 1, 1974; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1295 § 1; Ord. 1251 § 1, 1969; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.509(D)).
19.36.050 Height regulations.
None, except that no building shall exceed three and one-half stories or 45 feet in height when located adjacent to any C-O or residential zone. (Ord. 3182 § 3(A), 2011; Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.509(E)).
19.36.060 Area, lot coverage and yard requirements.
The following minimum area, lot coverage and yard requirements shall be observed in the C-C zone, except as provided in CVMC 19.16.020 and 19.16.060 through 19.16.080 and where increased for conditional uses:
Setbacks in Feet | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Lot Area* (sq. ft.) | Front and Exterior* Side Yards | Side | Rear |
5,000 | 10 feet | None, except when abutting an R zone, then not less than 15 feet | None, except when abutting an R zone, then not less than required for said R zone |
*Or not less than that specified on the building line map shall be provided and maintained. The setback requirements shown on the adopted building line map for Chula Vista shall take precedence over the setbacks required in the zoning district. | |||
(Ord. 3182 § 3(A), 2011; Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1251 § 1, 1969; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.509(F)).
19.36.070 Enclosures required for all uses – Exceptions.
All uses in the C-C zone shall be conducted wholly within a completely enclosed building, except for outdoor restaurants, service stations, off-street parking and loading facilities, and other open uses specified under conditional use permits as determined by the Planning Commission. Permanent and temporary outside sales and display shall be subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.370. (Ord. 3182 § 3(A), 2011; Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1436 § 1, 1972; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.509(G)(1)).
19.36.080 Setbacks from residential zone – Landscaping required.
In any C-C zone directly across a street or thoroughfare (excluding a freeway) from any R zone, the parking and loading facilities shall be distant at least 10 feet from said street, and the buildings and structures at least 20 feet from said street and said space permanently landscaped. (Ord. 3182 § 3(A), 2011; Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.509(G)(2)).
19.36.090 Landscaping.
The site shall be landscaped in conformance with the landscaping manual of the City and approved by the Director of Development Services or designee. (Ord. 3544 § 1, 2023; Ord. 3182 § 3(A), 2011; Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.509(G)(3)).
19.36.100 Employee activity restrictions.
19.36.110 Site plan and architectural approval required.
19.36.120 Off-street parking and loading facilities.
19.36.130 Trash storage areas.
19.36.140 Outdoor storage.
Outdoor storage of merchandise, material or equipment shall be permitted in the C-C zone only when incidental to a permitted or accessory use located on the premises; and provided, that:
A. Storage area shall be completely enclosed by walls, fences, or buildings, and shall be part of an approved site plan;
B. No outdoor storage of materials or equipment shall be permitted to exceed a height greater than that of any enclosing wall, fence or building. (Ord. 3182 § 3(A), 2011; Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.509(G)(8)).
19.36.150 Wall requirements.
Zoning walls shall be provided in the C-C zone subject to the conditions in CVMC 19.58.150 and 19.58.360. (Ord. 3182 § 3(A), 2011; Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.509(G)(9)).
19.36.160 Performance standards.
All uses in the C-C zone shall be subject to initial and continued compliance with the performance standards set forth in Chapters 19.66 and 19.68 CVMC. (Ord. 3182 § 3(A), 2011; Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.509(H)).