Reedley vs Selma

Can clients visit my home office in Reedley?

Limited client visits may be permitted depending on your home occupation permit conditions. However, the traffic generated must not exceed what is normal for a residential neighborhood. Businesses with regular high-volume customer visits are generally not permitted as home occupations.

What if my neighbors complain about traffic from my home business?

Neighbor objections can trigger the conditional use permit process, which requires a public hearing and additional fees. The Community Development Director may impose conditions to reduce traffic impacts or may revoke the home occupation permit if the business is incompatible with the neighborhood.

Can customers come to my home business in Selma?

Only if you have a major home occupation classification. Minor home occupations may not receive any customer visits. Major home occupations allow limited visits subject to conditions.

What kind of home business cannot operate in a Selma residential zone?

Businesses that generate significant customer traffic, require multiple client visits daily, or involve on-site retail sales are not permitted as home occupations and must operate from a commercial zone.