Home-based businesses in unincorporated El Paso County are permitted by right as accessory uses in residential zones under the Land Development Code, subject to limitations on size, employees, and the nature of the business.
The El Paso County Land Development Code (LDC) allows home occupations as a permitted accessory use in residential zones. A home occupation must be clearly subordinate to the residential use, conducted entirely indoors, and not change the residential character of the property. Prohibited activities typically include automotive repair, manufacturing, medical clinics, and retail sales from the premises. The business operator must reside at the address. No more than one non-resident employee is typically allowed at the home. A home occupation permit may be required — contact El Paso County Planning at 719-520-6300.
Operating a home business outside LDC use limitations: code enforcement citation; possible cease-and-desist order.
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