Zoning Restrictions: Ojai vs Thousand Oaks

Can I run a business from home in Ojai?

Yes, with a Home Occupation Permit. The business must be secondary to residential use, with no external signage, non-resident employees, or customer traffic beyond residential norms.

Can I have an art studio in my home?

Yes. Art studios are a common home occupation in Ojai. You need a permit, and the studio must not exceed 25% of the dwelling or generate off-site impacts.

Can clients come to my home?

Limited client visits by appointment may be allowed for certain professions. Businesses generating regular foot traffic are not permitted in residential zones.

Do I need a permit to work from home in Thousand Oaks?

If you are self-employed or running a business from home, you need a home occupation permit from the Community Development Department. Remote employees working for an outside employer typically do not need one.

Can I have customers come to my home business?

Customer visits must be limited and by appointment only. The business cannot generate traffic noticeably above normal residential levels. No walk-in retail is permitted.

What businesses are prohibited from home in Thousand Oaks?

Auto repair, welding, manufacturing, retail sales with walk-in customers, and any activity using hazardous materials are prohibited as home occupations.