Article 20 — H -Harbor District
Oceanside Zoning Code · 2026-06 edition · updated 2026-07-06 · Oceanside
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2010 Specific Purpose 2020 Land Use Regulations 2030 Harbor Precise Plan 2040 Development Standards 2050 Harbor Development Permit
2010 Specific Purpose
The Harbor District is a multi-use zoning district designation applicable to those land and water areas owned and governed by the Oceanside Small Craft Harbor District.
2020 Land Use Regulations
The following uses are allowed within the Harbor District:
Primary Uses
Boat slips, docks, moorings, launching ramps, hoists, dry storage and appurtenant facilities.
Commercial fishing and sportfishing operations.
Boat sales, rentals, and repairs.
Boating related supplies and equipment sales.
Diving, fishing, surfing and related water sports facilities, sales, and services.
Harbor Administration and Coast Guard Office and patrol facilities.
Public recreation and open space.
Other related harbor – and water-dependent uses.
Secondary Uses
Restaurants full service with full alcohol and live entertainment and fast food restaurants.
Gift specialty retail shops.
Delicatessens and convenience markets.
Hotel, motel, visitor-oriented residential uses, and accessory uses.
Commercial recreation sales and services.
Other Coastal-related uses subject to the issuance of a Conditional Use Permit.
2030 Harbor Precise Plan
Site specific land uses within the Harbor shall be established in the Harbor Precise Plan, adopted by resolution of the Oceanside Small Craft Harbor District.
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2040 Development Standards
Development standards for land and water areas within this classification shall be as established by the adopted Harbor Design Standards.
2050 Harbor Development Permit
All developments in the Harbor shall be reviewed by the Planning Commission and require a Harbor Development Permit from the Oceanside Small Craft Harbor Board of Directors. In granting a permit, priority shall be given to primary harbor uses.
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