Frequently Asked Questions

You can find the zoning for a property by using the Zoning Information and Map Access System (ZIMAS):  

1. Go to ZIMAS.
2. Enter the property address.
3. Select "Planning and Zoning" from the drop-down menu.
4. Check the "Zone" field.
5. Click on the zone to view the zoning information.

Understanding the Zoning Information

The zoning information will typically include a combination of letters and numbers that represent the specific zoning regulations that apply to the property. For example, a property might be zoned as [MB3-SH1-1][CX3-4][CPIO], where:  

• MB3 is the Form District in Article 2 of the New Zoning Code.
• SH1 is the Frontage District in Article 3 of the New Zoning Code.
• 1 is the Development Standards District in Article 4 of the New Zoning Code.  
• CX3 is the Use District in Article 5 of the New Zoning Code.
• 4 is the Density District in Article 6 of the New Zoning Code.
• CPIO is the Supplemental District in Article 8 of the New Zoning Code.

However, the zoning information may also be a shorter combination of letters and numbers as the zoning for the property. For example, a property might be zoned as [FWY][CPIO], where:  

• FWY is the Special Zone in Article 8 of the New Zoning Code.
• CPIO is the Supplemental District in Article 8 of the New Zoning Code.

Important Notes:

• If the zone is represented as a combination of letters and numbers in brackets (e.g., [MB3-SH1-1][CX3-4][CPIO]), then the property is in an area governed by the New Zoning Code.
• If the zone is represented as a combination of letters and numbers without brackets (e.g., [Q]C2-2D-CDO), then the property is in an area governed by the Original Zoning Code.
• The New Zoning Code is being implemented gradually through the Community Plan Update Program, starting with the Downtown Community Plan.
• During this transition period, both the New Zoning Code and the Original Zoning Code will be in effect in different parts of the City.
• For properties subject to the New Zoning Code, it is important to note that it introduces new concepts and terminology.