Buellton · Land use · Emergency shelter
Where is an emergency shelter allowed in Buellton?
In Buellton, an emergency shelter is allowed in 1 base zone (M), needs a conditional use permit in 1 (RM) and not allowed in 6 (Buellton use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Allowed: M
- Needs a permit: RM
- Not allowed: RS, PRD, MHP, CN, CR and CS
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 an emergency shelter can go
Buellton's code calls this use “Emergency shelters”. 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.
| Zone | Status | Code |
|---|---|---|
| M Manufacturing / industrial | Allowed | § 19.02.210 |
| RM Residential multifamily | Needs a conditional use permit | § 19.02.110 |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- Standards for this use: § 19.06.260 (See Section column, commercial table).
- Low barrier navigation center is a separate row (CN A, CR A, CS blank, M A).
- State law: State law (Gov. Code § 65583, SB 2) requires every city to allow emergency shelters by right in at least one zone.
- Overlay zones and specific plans can change the answer for a lot.
Other uses in Buellton
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have an emergency shelter in the RM zone in Buellton?
Only with a conditional use permit. Buellton's use table lists it that way in RM (Residential multifamily) (§ 19.02.110).
Can I have an emergency shelter in the RS zone in Buellton?
No. Buellton's use table does not allow it in RS (Single-family residential) (§ 19.02.110).
Can I have an emergency shelter in the M zone in Buellton?
Yes. Buellton's use table lists it as allowed in M (Manufacturing / industrial) (§ 19.02.210).
General information, not legal advice.
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