Permitted Uses and Use Regulations (Article 14-6)
A thriving community makes space for the variety of land uses and services needed to serve its residents, including housing, preschools, barber shops, car repair, retail, restaurants, and urban farms. The City’s Table of Permitted Uses 14-6.1-1 sets forth the uses that are allowed and those that are prohibited within each zoning district. Certain uses are permitted “by right” in their respective zoning district. Other uses are allowed only as accessory uses or through the approval of a special use permit. Prohibited uses are signified by a “blank” cell in the table of permitted uses.
Uses not explicitly listed in the table are considered prohibited unless the Land Use Director determines that the use can be included in an existing use category.
For certain uses, like Hospitals, Commercial Cannabis Establishments, and Accessory Dwelling Units, the city has established use-specific standards that apply to these types of development.
If you have questions about permitted uses, prohibited uses, use regulations, or special use permits, please reach out to City Staff at: zoningcounter@santafenm.gov