Additional use regulations for special land uses are listed in Article 4 (Regulations for Specific Uses).

Special Planning Areas include areas of the city with adopted planning documents for development within each respective project area (e.g., specific plans, planned developments, master plans). These Special Planning Area documents establish land use and/or development regulations that are unique to the particular project area. When a property is located within a Special Planning Area, the allowed use provisions of that Special Planning Area document shall govern. If a planning document refers back to, utilizes, or defers to one or more of the City's base zones, the allowed use provisions in those base zones shall apply. If a planning document (Specific Plan, Project Master Plan, Development Agreement) refers back to, utilizes, or defers to the zoning in effect at the time of its adoption, refer to Municode Chapter 159 - operative prior to October 22, 2022. If there are any conflicts between a base zone and a Special Planning Area document, the Special Planning Area document shall control.

When a property is located within an overlay zone, the allowed use provisions of that overlay zone shall control. When an overlay zone is silent on allowed use provisions, it defers to the allowed use provisions of the base zone. Only where there is a conflict between two regulations will the overlay zone provisions control.

The City of Indio does not directly regulate the Bermuda Dunes Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan, as this is the responsibility of the Riverside County Airport Land Use Commission and its Staff. However, for properties affected by this Plan, densities, intensities, and prohibited uses shall be consistent with criteria of the Bermuda Dunes Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan, including applicable County-wide criteria as may exist at the time of project review. If the project is located in the Bermuda Dunes Airport Compatibility zones, a project proponent is responsible for coordinating with Indio City Staff and Airport Land Use Commission Staff, as appropriate.

If a use is not specifically listed, or if the use is not substantially similar to a use classification provided in this Code, the use shall not be allowed. When a use is not specifically listed in this title, the use may be permitted if the Director determines that the use is substantially similar to other uses when all the following findings are made by the Director in writing:

When the Director makes the Subsection D findings in writing, the proposed use will be treated in the same regulatory manner as the zone listed use for allowable location(s), permits required, and all other applicable standards and requirements of this Code.

No use that is illegal under local, State, or Federal law shall be allowed in any zone within the city.

No operations conducted on any property shall create objectionable and/or obnoxious dust, light, matter, mud, noise, odor, refuse, smoke, steam, vibration, maintenance needs of grounds or buildings, or other nuisance(s). No land use shall be detrimental to the health and welfare of the Indio community. For the purposes of public health, safety, and general welfare, land uses listed in Table 2.01.02-1 are prohibited in any zone in the city, and are not subject to the Director's discretion. Full provision is made for all types of uses necessary for industrial development within the city, and thus the following uses, because of their nuisance and hazard characteristics if permitted within the developed area of Indio, would defeat the basic purposes of zoning.

The land use permissions, as established by zone per Tables 2.02.02-1, 2.03.02-1, 2.04.02-1, and 2.05.02-1 in this Chapter, shall be applicable to all new uses, structures, and activities within the identified zone. See Chapter 6.07 (Nonconforming Provisions) for regulations and standards for existing non-conforming uses.

Prior to the establishment of any land use identified in the land use permissions tables of this Chapter, the applicant shall obtain all necessary approvals and permits in compliance with all applicable requirements of this Code. Chapter 6.04 (Permits and Approvals) identifies the requirements of development proposals, and procedures and processing requirements for administrative and discretionary permit applications.

Land uses listed in the land use permissions tables and throughout this Code have been grouped into general categories based on common function, product, or compatibility characteristics. These use categories are called use classifications. The classifications are listed in alphabetical order in the use tables. Use classifications describe one or more uses having similar characteristics but do not list every use or activity that may be appropriate within the classification. For that reason, the City has established a similar use determination process as described in Section 2.01.04. Each land use is described in Article 7 (Definitions). For example, personal service use includes a wide range of individual personal service uses (beauty parlor, dry cleaning, tanning salons, tailors).

Any one or more land uses allowed per the land use permissions tables in this Chapter may be established on any lot within the zone, subject to the planning permit requirement listed in the tables, and in compliance with all applicable requirements of this Code. Accessory uses are allowed only in conjunction with a primary use to which the accessory use relates, or as specified in the tables.

Where a single parcel is proposed for development with two or more of the land uses listed in the table at the same time, the overall project will be subject to the permit type requiring the highest level of review required by the table for any individual use. However, all applicable fees shall be paid for one or more permit types.

In addition to the regulations and development standards of the applicable zone, all land uses are subject to the specific use standards identified in the "Additional Use Regulations" column of the allowed use tables. Refer to the referenced Sections for additional operational standards and regulations applicable to the use.

A land use shown with a "P" indicates that the land use is permitted by right in the designated zone, subject to compliance with all applicable provisions of this Code (e.g., development standards), as well as State and Federal law.

A land use shown with "A" indicates that the land use is permitted only as a secondary use in conjunction with a primary use, subject to compliance with all applicable provisions of this Code (e.g., development standards), as well as State and Federal law.

A land use shown with "AUP" indicates that the land use is permitted in the designated zone upon issuance of an administrative use permit from the designated approving authority, subject to compliance with all applicable provisions of this Code (e.g., development standards), as well as State and Federal law.

A land use shown with "CUP" indicates that the land use is permitted in the designated zone upon issuance of a conditional use permit from the designated approving authority, subject to compliance with all applicable provisions of this Code (e.g., development standards), as well as State and Federal law.

A land use shown with an "X" in the table is not allowed in the applicable zone.

On occasion, property will be used for an event, activity, or use on a short-term basis. Such use is considered a temporary use. A land use shown with "TUP" indicates that the land use is permitted as a temporary use in conjunction with the issuance of a temporary use permit in accordance with Section 6.04.05 (Temporary Use Permits). Chapter 4.27 (Temporary Uses) provides the regulations for these uses, including development standards and time limits.

Provide for a full range of housing types consistent with the General Plan;

Preserve, protect, and enhance the character of the City's different residential neighborhoods;

Enhance the quality of life for City residents;

Ensure that the scale and design of new development and alterations to existing development are compatible with surrounding residences and appropriate to the physical and aesthetic characteristics of proposed locations; and

Provide sites for public and semi-public land uses such as parks, schools, day care, and other community uses that will serve City residents and will complement surrounding residential development.

The Desert Estates - 1 (DE-1) zone applies to semi-rural areas of the city and is intended to conserve natural features while providing low-intensity residential neighborhood development for single-family, detached homes at a density of up to one dwelling unit per acre. This zone implements the Desert Estates General Plan land use designation.

The Desert Estates Transition - 3 (DE-3) zone applies to semi-rural areas of the city and is intended to conserve natural features while providing low-intensity residential neighborhood development for single-family, detached homes at a density of up to three dwelling units per acre. This zone implements the Desert Estates General Plan land use designation.

The Suburban Neighborhoods - 4 (SN-4) zone is intended to provide low-intensity neighborhood development for single-family, detached homes at a density of up to four dwelling units per acre. This zone implements the Suburban Neighborhoods General Plan land use designation.

The Suburban Neighborhoods - 8 (SN-8) zone is intended to provide low-intensity neighborhood development for single-family, detached homes at a density of up to eight dwelling units per acre. This zone implements the Suburban Neighborhoods General Plan land use designation.

The Mobile Home Park (MH) zone applies to areas of the city appropriate for the exclusive and orderly planned development of mobile home parks and subdivisions, travel trailer parks, and recreational vehicle parks. The purpose of the zone is to establish appropriate regulations and standards in accordance with Section 18000 et seq. of the Health and Safety Code of the State of California. This zone falls within the Connected Neighborhoods General Plan land use designation.

Provide opportunities for a mix of complementary uses that may combine residential and non-residential uses or combine a variety of non-residential uses on the same site;

Provide for the orderly, well-planned, and balanced development of mixed-use zones;

Provide for a range of multi-family housing types consistent with the General Plan;

Encourage missing middle housing types;

Provide appropriately located commercial areas and neighborhood centers that provide a variety of goods and services for residents, employees, and visitors;

Promote accessibility, business development, and a unified character; and

Promote pedestrian-oriented, mixed-use development at appropriate locations, including major corridors, thoroughfares, and districts in the city.

The Connected Neighborhoods — 14 (CN-14) zone provides a range of intensities and housing choices within a walkable neighborhood setting in close proximity to goods and services that meet daily needs. Appropriate housing types include single-family detached and attached dwellings of various sizes, courtyard apartments and condos, and small-sized multi-family buildings designed to promote neighborhood compatibility with densities up to 14 dwelling units per acre. Small-scale non-residential uses may be incorporated in the form of live-work units and corner shops, primarily along mixed-use corridors or at the edges of centers. This zone implements the Connected Neighborhoods General Plan land use designation.

The Connected Neighborhoods — 20 (CN-20) zone provides a range of intensities and housing choices within a walkable neighborhood setting in close proximity to goods and services that meet daily needs. Appropriate housing types include single-family attached dwellings of various sizes, courtyard apartments and condos, and medium-sized multi-family buildings designed to promote neighborhood compatibility with densities up to 20 dwelling units per acre. Small-scale non-residential uses may be incorporated in the form of live-work units and corner shops, primarily along mixed-use corridors or at the edges of centers. This zone implements the Connected Neighborhoods General Plan land use designation.

The Neighborhood Center (NC) zone provides for areas with a variety of neighborhood-serving retail and commercial uses, housing of various types, other neighborhood-serving amenities, and community-gathering spaces for residents. It is intended primarily to create mixed-use neighborhood centers at key locations throughout the city. It allows vertical and horizontal mixed-use development and stand-alone retail, general commercial, services, office, live/work, and entertainment uses, with multi-family residential as a secondary or supporting use. This zone implements the Neighborhood Center General Plan land use designation.

The Mixed-Use Neighborhood (MUN) zone provides moderate- to higher-intensity neighborhood development that features a variety of multifamily housing choices and limited neighborhood-serving commercial uses in a walkable environment. It allows commercial development along major streets and adjacent to a neighborhood center. Buildings may include a variety of housing types up to three stories, with mixed-use buildings up to three stories focused at key intersections, along main corridors, and/or adjacent to neighborhood centers and public open spaces. This zone is intended to accommodate uses that provide essential daily services and retail needs, as well as recreational amenities within walking distance of surrounding neighborhoods. Non-residential uses include live-work units, small-scale neighborhood-serving retail, general commercial, service, and office uses. This zone implements the Mixed-Use Neighborhood General Plan land use designation.

The Indio General Plan lays out a new future for the Highway 111 corridor centered on creating a walkable, mixed-use-district in the vicinity of Indio Grand Marketplace (former Indio Fashion Mall). Close to and connected to the historic Downtown and County Fairgrounds, this "Midtown District" will serve as both a center of commerce and a gateway to the City's festivals. The General Plan Midtown land use designation is implemented through the Midtown (MT) zone, which provides for an active, mixed-use center in the City's Midtown neighborhood by allowing multi-story, mixed-use buildings at higher intensities, community gathering spaces, and land uses to support residents and visitors. It provides for vertical and horizontal mixed-use development with residential densities up to 40 dwelling units per acre.

A small-lot detached single-family residential lot/development shall be defined as a detached single-family residential lot(s) of 4,000 square feet or less.

Maximum unit size for small-lot detached single-family residential lots/developments shall be 2,500 square feet.

The following detached single-family residential design standards are intended to ensure that single-family detached homes are well-designed while allowing for flexibility and creativity. A broad range of configurations are permitted, including cluster homes, cottages, auto courts, and other configurations that meet the permitted density requirements and development standards of the applicable zone.

This Section shall apply to all developments consisting of more than one detached single-family residential structure.