Limited Industrial Zone
The purpose of the I-L zone is to encourage sound limited industrial development by providing and protecting an environment free from nuisances created by some industrial uses and to ensure the purity of the total environment of Chula Vista and San Diego County and to protect nearby residential, commercial and industrial uses from any hazards or nuisances. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(A)).
Permitted uses in an I-L zone are as follows:
A. Manufacturing, printing, assembling, processing, repairing, bottling, or packaging of products from previously prepared materials, not including any prohibited use in this zone;
B. Manufacturing of electrical and electronic instruments, devices and components;
C. Wholesale businesses, storage and warehousing;
D. Laboratories; research, experimental, film, electronic and testing;
E. Truck, trailer, mobilehome, boat and farm implement sales establishments;
F. Public and private building material sales yards, service yards, storage yards, and equipment rental;
G. Minor auto repair;
H. Laundries, laundry services, and dyeing and cleaning plants, except large-scale operations;
I. Car washing establishments, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.060;
J. Electric vehicle (“EV”) service and sales;
K. Plumbing and heating shops;
L. Exterminating services;
M. Animal hospitals and veterinarians, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.050;
N. The manufacture of food products, drugs, pharmaceuticals and the like, excluding those in CVMC 19.44.050;
O. Electrical substations and gas regulator stations, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.140;
P. Temporary tract signs, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.320 and 19.60.600(E)(2);*
Q. Agricultural uses as provided in CVMC 19.16.030;
R. Emergency shelters, limited subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.143. (Ord. 3575 § 1, 2024; Ord. 3442 § 2(L), 2018; Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(B)).
* Code reviser’s note: This section amended to conform with provisions of Ord. 1575, 1974.
Accessory uses permitted in an I-L zone include:
A. Administrative, executive and financial offices and incidental services, such as restaurants to serve employees, when conducted on the premises;
B. Other accessory uses and buildings customarily appurtenant to a permitted use;
C. Retail sales of products produced and manufactured on the site;
D. Caretaker houses;
E. Satellite dish antennas are permitted in accordance with the provisions of CVMC 19.22.030(F)(1) through (9) and (11) through (13);
F. 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). (Ord. 3279 § 3, 2013; Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 2160 § 1, 1986; Ord. 2108 § 1, 1985; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(C)).
The following uses shall be permitted in the I-L 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. Service stations, subject to the conditions in CVMC 19.58.280;
B. Restaurants, delicatessens and similar uses;
C. Major auto repair, engine rebuilding and paint shops;
D. Commercial parking lots and garages;
E. Roof-mounted satellite dishes, subject to the standards set forth in CVMC 19.30.040;
F. Recycling collection centers, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.345;
G. Brewing or distilling of liquors requiring a Type 23 Alcoholic Beverage Control license.
The following uses shall be permitted in the I-L zone; provided, a conditional use permit is issued by the Planning Commission, or for unclassified uses as defined in CVMC 19.54.020:
H. Machine shops and sheet metal shops;
I. Steel fabrication;
J. Plastics and other synthetics manufacturing;
K. Drive-in theaters, subject to the conditions of CVMC 19.58.120;
L. Trucking yards, terminals and distributing operations;
M. The retail sale of such bulky items as furniture, carpets and other similar items;
N. Retail distribution centers and manufacturers’ outlets which require extensive floor areas for the storage and display of merchandise, and the high-volume, warehouse-type sale of goods and retail uses which are related to and supportive of existing, on-site retail distribution centers of manufacturers’ outlets;
O. Unclassified uses, as set forth in Chapter 19.54 CVMC;
P. Hazardous waste facilities, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.178. Conditional use permit applications for the establishment of hazardous waste facilities shall be considered by the City Council subsequent to its receipt of recommendations thereon from the Planning Commission in accordance with CVMC 19.14.070(B);
Q. Base load and peaking electrical generating facilities, as defined in subsections (1) and (2) only of the definition “electrical generating facilities” in CVMC 19.04.002, and subject to the standards set forth in CVMC 19.58.142. (Ord. 3544 § 2, 2023; Ord. 3279 § 3, 2013; Ord. 3268 § 3, 2013; Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 3031 § 1, 2006; Ord. 2542 § 4, 1993; Ord. 2252 § 10, 1988; Ord. 2233 § 10, 1987; Ord. 2160 § 1, 1986; Ord. 2108 § 1, 1985; Ord. 2031 § 1, 1983; Ord. 1927 § 1, 1980; Ord. 1698 § 1, 1976; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(D)).
Prohibited uses in an I-L zone include:
A. Manufacturing uses and processes involving the primary production of products from raw materials, including the following materials and uses:
1. Asphalt, cement, charcoal and fuel briquettes,
2. Rubber, chemical and allied products, and soap and detergents,
3. Coal, coke and tar products and the manufacturing of explosives, fertilizers, gelatin, animal glue and size,
4. Turpentine, matches, paint and other combustible materials,
5. Stockyards, slaughterhouses and rendering plants,
6. The storage of fireworks or explosives,
7. Industrial metal, waste rag, glass or paper salvage operations and slag piles,
8. Fish, sauerkraut, vinegar and similar uses,
9. Brewing or distilling of liquors except for businesses requiring Type 23 licenses from the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control or perfume manufacturing;
B. The following processes: nitrating of cotton or other materials; foundries; reduction, refining, smelting, alloying, rolling, drawing and extruding of metal or metal ores; refining of petroleum products; distillation of wood or bones; storage, curing or tanning of raw, green or salted hides or skins; and grain milling;
C. Any other use which is determined by the Commission to be of the same general character as the above uses. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 3031 § 2, 2006; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(E)).
Repealed by Ord. 2924 § 3, 2003. (Ord. 2309-A § 12, 1989; Ord. 1575 § 1, 1974; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(F)).
No building or structure shall exceed three and one-half stories or 45 feet; except, that any building or structure erected to such a height or less that would be detrimental, in the opinion of the Commission, to the light, air or privacy of any other structure or use, existing or reasonably to be anticipated, may be reduced. Exceptions are provided in CVMC 19.16.040. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(G)).
The following minimum requirements shall be observed, 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 | Exterior Side Yard | Side | Rear | |
10,000 | 50 | Buildings 20* | 15* | 0** | 0** |
*Or not less than that specified on the building line map which takes precedence shall be provided and maintained. (See CVMC 19.44.090 through 19.44.180 for other required setbacks.) **Except when adjoining an R or A zone, or areas designated for future residential or agricultural development on the Chula Vista General Plan, then not less than 50 feet. | |||||
(Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(H)).
All uses permitted by this title shall be subject to initial and continued compliance with the performance standards in Chapter 19.66 CVMC. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(I)(1)).
Manufacturing and industrial processes in an I-L zone shall use only gas or electricity as a fuel; provided, however, that oil burning equipment may be installed for standby purposes only. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513 (I)(2)).
In any I-L zone directly across the street from any R or A zone, or areas designated for future residential or agricultural development on the General Plan, the loading facilities and structures shall be a distance of at least 30 feet from said street. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(I)(3)).
The site shall be landscaped in conformance with the landscaping manual of the City, and approved by the Planning Department. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513 (I)(4)).
Outdoor storage and sales yards in an I-L zone shall be completely enclosed by solid walls, fences or buildings, or a combination thereof, not less than six feet in height. No merchandise, materials, equipment or other goods shall be stored or displayed higher than the enclosing fence. For other fencing requirements, see CVMC 19.58.150. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(I)(6)).
Zoning walls shall be provided in an I-L zone, subject to the conditions of CVMC 19.58.150 and 19.58.360. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(I)(10)).
Limited Industrial Zone
The purpose of the I-L zone is to encourage sound limited industrial development by providing and protecting an environment free from nuisances created by some industrial uses and to ensure the purity of the total environment of Chula Vista and San Diego County and to protect nearby residential, commercial and industrial uses from any hazards or nuisances. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(A)).
Permitted uses in an I-L zone are as follows:
A. Manufacturing, printing, assembling, processing, repairing, bottling, or packaging of products from previously prepared materials, not including any prohibited use in this zone;
B. Manufacturing of electrical and electronic instruments, devices and components;
C. Wholesale businesses, storage and warehousing;
D. Laboratories; research, experimental, film, electronic and testing;
E. Truck, trailer, mobilehome, boat and farm implement sales establishments;
F. Public and private building material sales yards, service yards, storage yards, and equipment rental;
G. Minor auto repair;
H. Laundries, laundry services, and dyeing and cleaning plants, except large-scale operations;
I. Car washing establishments, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.060;
J. Electric vehicle (“EV”) service and sales;
K. Plumbing and heating shops;
L. Exterminating services;
M. Animal hospitals and veterinarians, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.050;
N. The manufacture of food products, drugs, pharmaceuticals and the like, excluding those in CVMC 19.44.050;
O. Electrical substations and gas regulator stations, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.140;
P. Temporary tract signs, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.320 and 19.60.600(E)(2);*
Q. Agricultural uses as provided in CVMC 19.16.030;
R. Emergency shelters, limited subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.143. (Ord. 3575 § 1, 2024; Ord. 3442 § 2(L), 2018; Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(B)).
* Code reviser’s note: This section amended to conform with provisions of Ord. 1575, 1974.
Accessory uses permitted in an I-L zone include:
A. Administrative, executive and financial offices and incidental services, such as restaurants to serve employees, when conducted on the premises;
B. Other accessory uses and buildings customarily appurtenant to a permitted use;
C. Retail sales of products produced and manufactured on the site;
D. Caretaker houses;
E. Satellite dish antennas are permitted in accordance with the provisions of CVMC 19.22.030(F)(1) through (9) and (11) through (13);
F. 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). (Ord. 3279 § 3, 2013; Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 2160 § 1, 1986; Ord. 2108 § 1, 1985; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(C)).
The following uses shall be permitted in the I-L 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. Service stations, subject to the conditions in CVMC 19.58.280;
B. Restaurants, delicatessens and similar uses;
C. Major auto repair, engine rebuilding and paint shops;
D. Commercial parking lots and garages;
E. Roof-mounted satellite dishes, subject to the standards set forth in CVMC 19.30.040;
F. Recycling collection centers, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.345;
G. Brewing or distilling of liquors requiring a Type 23 Alcoholic Beverage Control license.
The following uses shall be permitted in the I-L zone; provided, a conditional use permit is issued by the Planning Commission, or for unclassified uses as defined in CVMC 19.54.020:
H. Machine shops and sheet metal shops;
I. Steel fabrication;
J. Plastics and other synthetics manufacturing;
K. Drive-in theaters, subject to the conditions of CVMC 19.58.120;
L. Trucking yards, terminals and distributing operations;
M. The retail sale of such bulky items as furniture, carpets and other similar items;
N. Retail distribution centers and manufacturers’ outlets which require extensive floor areas for the storage and display of merchandise, and the high-volume, warehouse-type sale of goods and retail uses which are related to and supportive of existing, on-site retail distribution centers of manufacturers’ outlets;
O. Unclassified uses, as set forth in Chapter 19.54 CVMC;
P. Hazardous waste facilities, subject to the provisions of CVMC 19.58.178. Conditional use permit applications for the establishment of hazardous waste facilities shall be considered by the City Council subsequent to its receipt of recommendations thereon from the Planning Commission in accordance with CVMC 19.14.070(B);
Q. Base load and peaking electrical generating facilities, as defined in subsections (1) and (2) only of the definition “electrical generating facilities” in CVMC 19.04.002, and subject to the standards set forth in CVMC 19.58.142. (Ord. 3544 § 2, 2023; Ord. 3279 § 3, 2013; Ord. 3268 § 3, 2013; Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 3031 § 1, 2006; Ord. 2542 § 4, 1993; Ord. 2252 § 10, 1988; Ord. 2233 § 10, 1987; Ord. 2160 § 1, 1986; Ord. 2108 § 1, 1985; Ord. 2031 § 1, 1983; Ord. 1927 § 1, 1980; Ord. 1698 § 1, 1976; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(D)).
Prohibited uses in an I-L zone include:
A. Manufacturing uses and processes involving the primary production of products from raw materials, including the following materials and uses:
1. Asphalt, cement, charcoal and fuel briquettes,
2. Rubber, chemical and allied products, and soap and detergents,
3. Coal, coke and tar products and the manufacturing of explosives, fertilizers, gelatin, animal glue and size,
4. Turpentine, matches, paint and other combustible materials,
5. Stockyards, slaughterhouses and rendering plants,
6. The storage of fireworks or explosives,
7. Industrial metal, waste rag, glass or paper salvage operations and slag piles,
8. Fish, sauerkraut, vinegar and similar uses,
9. Brewing or distilling of liquors except for businesses requiring Type 23 licenses from the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control or perfume manufacturing;
B. The following processes: nitrating of cotton or other materials; foundries; reduction, refining, smelting, alloying, rolling, drawing and extruding of metal or metal ores; refining of petroleum products; distillation of wood or bones; storage, curing or tanning of raw, green or salted hides or skins; and grain milling;
C. Any other use which is determined by the Commission to be of the same general character as the above uses. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 3031 § 2, 2006; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(E)).
Repealed by Ord. 2924 § 3, 2003. (Ord. 2309-A § 12, 1989; Ord. 1575 § 1, 1974; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(F)).
No building or structure shall exceed three and one-half stories or 45 feet; except, that any building or structure erected to such a height or less that would be detrimental, in the opinion of the Commission, to the light, air or privacy of any other structure or use, existing or reasonably to be anticipated, may be reduced. Exceptions are provided in CVMC 19.16.040. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(G)).
The following minimum requirements shall be observed, 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 | Exterior Side Yard | Side | Rear | |
10,000 | 50 | Buildings 20* | 15* | 0** | 0** |
*Or not less than that specified on the building line map which takes precedence shall be provided and maintained. (See CVMC 19.44.090 through 19.44.180 for other required setbacks.) **Except when adjoining an R or A zone, or areas designated for future residential or agricultural development on the Chula Vista General Plan, then not less than 50 feet. | |||||
(Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(H)).
All uses permitted by this title shall be subject to initial and continued compliance with the performance standards in Chapter 19.66 CVMC. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(I)(1)).
Manufacturing and industrial processes in an I-L zone shall use only gas or electricity as a fuel; provided, however, that oil burning equipment may be installed for standby purposes only. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513 (I)(2)).
In any I-L zone directly across the street from any R or A zone, or areas designated for future residential or agricultural development on the General Plan, the loading facilities and structures shall be a distance of at least 30 feet from said street. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(I)(3)).
The site shall be landscaped in conformance with the landscaping manual of the City, and approved by the Planning Department. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513 (I)(4)).
Outdoor storage and sales yards in an I-L zone shall be completely enclosed by solid walls, fences or buildings, or a combination thereof, not less than six feet in height. No merchandise, materials, equipment or other goods shall be stored or displayed higher than the enclosing fence. For other fencing requirements, see CVMC 19.58.150. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(I)(6)).
Zoning walls shall be provided in an I-L zone, subject to the conditions of CVMC 19.58.150 and 19.58.360. (Ord. 3153 § 2 (Exh. A), 2010; Ord. 1356 § 1, 1971; Ord. 1281 § 1, 1970; Ord. 1212 § 1, 1969; prior code § 33.513(I)(10)).