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Where is growing crops (agriculture) allowed in Buellton?

In Buellton, growing crops (agriculture) is allowed in 2 base zones (RS and RM), needs a conditional use permit in 1 (OS) and not allowed in 4 (Buellton use tables, read October 2026).

Key points

  • Allowed: RS and RM
  • Needs a permit: OS
  • Not allowed: PRD, MHP, REC and PQP

Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Buellton Municipal Code use tables (read October 2026). Base zones only. General information, not legal advice — check with the city before you apply.

Zones where growing crops (agriculture) can go

Buellton's code calls this use “Crop production”. Each row links to the use table it comes from. A zone marked “see note” has a condition in the code, for example upper floors only or a larger lot.

ZoneStatusCode
RS Single-family residential
Allowed
Code row: “Crop production (non-commercial)”
§ 19.02.110
RM Residential multifamily
Allowed
Code row: “Crop production (non-commercial)”
§ 19.02.110
OS
Needs a conditional use permit
§ 19.02.310

Zones where it is not allowed

What else applies

  • Residential cells come from the row Crop production (non-commercial); OS cells from the row Crop production. Not listed in the commercial/industrial table.
  • Overlay zones and specific plans can change the answer for a lot.

Other uses in Buellton

Who this affects

HomeownersBuyersReal estate agentsSmall developers

Frequently asked questions

Can I have growing crops (agriculture) in the OS zone in Buellton?

Only with a conditional use permit. Buellton's use table lists it that way in OS (§ 19.02.310).

Can I have growing crops (agriculture) in the PRD zone in Buellton?

No. Buellton's use table does not allow it in PRD (Planned residential development) (§ 19.02.110).

Can I have growing crops (agriculture) in the RS zone in Buellton?

Yes. Buellton's use table lists it as allowed in RS (Single-family residential) (§ 19.02.110).

General information, not legal advice.

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