6 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 8 cities in San Bernardino County, California.
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Unincorporated San Bernardino County allows home occupations as an accessory use in residential zones under Development Code Chapter 84.12, divided into Class I, II, and III. Class I is allowed countywide with no permit; Class II and III require a Special Use Permit. Certain uses like vehicle repair and kennels are prohibited.
San Bernardino County Development Code § 84.12.030 (Classes of Home Occupations Described)
Home occupations are commercial uses that are accessory and incidental to a residential land use and that clearly do not alter the character or the appearance of the residential environment. Home occupations shall be separated into the following three classes of operations.
Home occupations in unincorporated San Bernardino County generally may not use signs or alter the home's residential appearance. Only a Class III home occupation in the Desert Region may have a non-illuminated identification sign up to 12 square feet, and not in single-family or multi-family residential zones.
San Bernardino County Development Code § 84.12.100(f) (Class III Home Occupation Standards - Signs)
A non-illuminated identification sign, not to exceed 12 square feet in area and stating the business name and telephone number, shall be allowed. If not attached to the residence, a sign shall not exceed six feet in height and shall blend with the architectural style of the structure and the neighborhood. The sign shall only be allowed in a land use zoning district other than RS (Single-Family ...
San Bernardino County Development Code Chapter 84.07 limits customer, client, or student visits to a home occupation so that traffic and parking remain typical of a single-family residence in its zone.
Cottage food operations in unincorporated San Bernardino County must register or permit with County Environmental Health Services and first obtain a County Home Occupation approval. The food must be made in the operator's private home kitchen, operations are limited to one non-family employee, and operators must complete a food processor course.
Small and large family daycare homes are a residential use by right in unincorporated San Bernardino County under California's SB 234 (HSC 1597.45/1597.46). The County cannot require a conditional or use permit or business license; operators are licensed by the State and must meet State Fire Marshal fire-safety standards.
In unincorporated San Bernardino County, Class I home occupations need no permit, while Class II and III require a Special Use Permit renewable every 24 months. All classes must stay inside an enclosed structure, keep noise under 55 dB(A), provide off-street parking for employees, and avoid outdoor storage.
San Bernardino County Development Code § 84.12.040, Table 84-7 (Permit Requirements for Home Occupations)
Class I Home Occupation ... None required. Class II Home Occupation ... Special Use Permit renewable every 24 months. Class III Home Occupation ... Special Use Permit renewable every 24 months.
8 cities in San Bernardino County have their own home business rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
6 verified rules • Cottage Food Operations, Customer Traffic Restrictions
6 verified rules • Cottage Food Operations, Customer Traffic Restrictions
6 verified rules • Cottage Food Operations, Customer Traffic Restrictions
6 verified rules • Cottage Food Operations, Customer Traffic Restrictions
6 verified rules • Cottage Food Operations, Customer Traffic Restrictions
6 verified rules • Cottage Food Operations, Customer Traffic Restrictions
5 verified rules • Cottage Food Operations, Customer Traffic Restrictions
5 verified rules • Cottage Food Operations, Customer Traffic Restrictions
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