4 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Butte County, California.
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Home occupations are permitted in residential zones of unincorporated Butte County under Section 24-162, but only as a use clearly incidental and subordinate to the dwelling. The business may not occupy more than 25 percent of the dwelling's gross floor area, employees other than residents are capped (none for Minor, up to two for Major), customer visits are capped (6 per day Minor, 12 per day Major), and outdoor storage of business goods is prohibited.
Butte County Zoning Ordinance Section 24-162 (Home Occupations)
Employees of a home office and a minor home occupation shall be limited to the persons residing in the dwelling unit. Major home occupations are allowed two (2) additional persons in addition to those residing in the dwelling unit. No clients are permitted to visit a home office. Not more than six (6) clients per day are permitted to visit a minor home occupation. Not more than twelve (12) clie...
Butte County Zoning Ordinance Section 24-162 allows a home occupation to display one single, non-illuminated, wall-mounted sign of not more than six (6) square feet. Free-standing signs, illuminated signs, and signs larger than 6 square feet are not permitted in connection with a home occupation.
Butte County Zoning Ordinance Section 24-162 (Home Occupations) - Signage Standard
Signage: One single, non-illuminated wall-mounted sign of not more than 6 square feet in area is permitted.
Home occupations in unincorporated Butte County must not generate traffic, parking demand or deliveries beyond what is normal for a residence; significant customer visits can disqualify the use.
Butte County's Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 24, Section 24-162) divides home businesses into three tiers: a Home Office (no permit), a Minor Home Occupation (Administrative Permit), and a Major Home Occupation (Minor Use Permit). The County does not issue a separate business license for unincorporated-area businesses, but state, professional, and incorporated-city licenses may still apply.
Butte County Zoning Ordinance Section 24-162 (Home Occupations); Planning Division FAQ
Under Butte County Zoning Code, three home business classifications exist: Home Office - Limited business use of standard office or kitchen equipment with no onsite customers or employees. Examples include online tutoring or baked goods for off-site sales. No permit required. Minor Home Occupation - Business with onsite customers (up to 6 daily), but no onsite employees. Examples include accoun...
1 cities in Butte County have their own home business rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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