The purpose of the Zoning Code is to carry out the policies of the Westminster General Plan by classifying and regulating the uses of land and structures within the City. This Title is adopted to protect and promote the public health, safety, and general welfare of residents and businesses in the City of Westminster (hereafter referred to as the “City”). More specifically, it is the purpose of this Title to:

• Provide standards that will guide the orderly growth and development of the City;
• Preserve and protect the integrity and character of the City’s residential neighborhoods;
• Maintain vital areas for business activities that serve the community and protect the quality of life;
• Require thoughtful planning and design that enhances the visual character of the City and avoids conflicts between land uses;
• Create a comprehensive and stable pattern of land uses for which public services and infrastructure can be efficiently and adequately planned;
• Ensure that property within the City is well maintained by requiring each owner, occupant, or other person in charge of any property to keep it in good repair and in compliance with the provisions of this Title; and
• Develop new zoning standards and criteria where necessary to achieve consistency with the General Plan. (Ord. 2456 § 2, 2010)

Online Zoning Code

Zoning Map

Resources

• Residential Zoning Districts
• Commercial Zoning Districts
• Industrial Zoning Districts
• Standards for Specific Land Uses and Accessory Uses

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