Oakland Zoning Map & Districts 2026

The official Oakland zoning map is maintained by the local planning department. You can access the interactive GIS map at https://www.oaklandca.gov/Planning-Building/Planning-Zoning/Zoning/View-the-City-Zoning-Map. ZoneWire also tracks rezoning activity discussed in council meetings.

Zoning districts in Oakland include OS (Open Space Zone), RH (Hillside Residential Zones), RD (Detached Unit Residential Zone), RM (Mixed Housing Type Residential Zones), RU (Urban Residential Zones), R-80 (High-Rise Apartment Residential Zone), CN (Neighborhood Center Commercial Zones), CC (Community Commercial Zones). Each district has specific permitted uses, setbacks, and density requirements set by the local code.

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Zoning in the City of Oakland is governed by the Planning Code, which is Title 17 of the Oakland Municipal Code. The Planning Code specifies land use and development standards and regulates the development and activity that can take place on private property. The full code is published on the City's website and in the Municode Library. Oakland is a city within Alameda County, so its zoning is administered by the City, not the county.

Oakland's Planning Code organizes property into residential, commercial, and industrial zones. Residential zones include RD Detached Unit Residential (Chapter 17.15), RH Hillside Residential (Chapter 17.13), RM Mixed Housing Type Residential (Chapter 17.17), and RU Urban Residential (Chapter 17.19). Commercial zones include CN Neighborhood Center Commercial (Chapter 17.33) and CC Community Commercial (Chapter 17.35), among others. Industrial land is covered by zones such as CIX, IG (General Industrial), and IO (Industrial Office).

The City of Oakland provides an online zoning map where you can enter an address to identify information for a specific property, including its zoning district, height area, historic significance, General Plan land use designation, and Impact Fee Zone. The map is available on the City's Planning & Zoning pages under 'View the City Zoning Map.'

Oakland's City Planning Commission typically meets on the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 6:00 p.m., generally in the City Council Chambers at Oakland City Hall, One Frank H. Ogawa Plaza. The Commission reviews development proposals, zoning matters, and long-range planning. Agendas and meeting details are posted on the City's Planning Commission and Meetings & Agendas pages; individuals should confirm dates and format for each meeting.

Yes. Under Oakland Planning Code Chapter 17.103, accessory dwelling units are permitted on lots in zoning districts that allow Permanent Residential Activities, in conjunction with an existing or proposed primary residential facility. An ADU application receives ministerial approval when it complies with all applicable zoning regulations, including Section 17.103.080 and Chapter 17.88. Rental of an ADU is limited to terms longer than 30 consecutive days.

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