Home occupations in unincorporated San Joaquin County are regulated under Development Title 9. A zoning compliance review or administrative use permit may be required depending on the zoning district and nature of the business. Contact Community Development at (209) 468-2193.
SJC Development Title 9 uses a use classification table (P = Permitted; Z = Zoning Compliance Review; A = Administrative Use Permit; C = Conditional Use Permit) to determine how home occupations are treated in each zoning district. In residential zones, home occupations are generally permitted (P) or require a zoning compliance review (Z), provided the business activity is incidental to the residential use, produces no external evidence of commercial activity, and does not generate traffic or noise beyond residential norms. A County business license is required for any home-based business operating in unincorporated county areas. Contact Community Development at (209) 468-2193 for your specific zone and use classification.
Home occupation without required review or permit: code enforcement notice and required compliance. Violations of use conditions: permit revocation.
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