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Home Business in Monterey, CA (2026)

3 verified home business rules for Monterey, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Zoning Restrictions

Home occupations in the City of Monterey are permitted as an accessory use under zoning with a home-occupation permit/business license, subject to conditions keeping the business subordinate to the residence.

Home Business: Zoning

Some Restrictions

Signage Rules

Home-occupation signage in the City of Monterey is tightly limited by the zoning sign rules — typically no exterior commercial signage in residential zones.

Home Business: Signage

Some Restrictions

Customer Traffic Restrictions

Home occupations in the City of Monterey must not generate traffic, parking demand or deliveries beyond what is normal for a residence; significant customer visits can disqualify the use.

Home Business: Customer Traffic

Some Restrictions

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County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Monterey city rules.

Home Business in Monterey County