Burlingame · Land use · Community garden
Where is a community garden allowed in Burlingame?
In Burlingame, a community garden is allowed in 21 base zones (R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, C-1 and 16 more) (Burlingame use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Allowed: R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, C-1, BFC, I-I, CMU and 13 more
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Burlingame Municipal Code use tables (read October 2026). Base zones only. General information, not legal advice — check with the city before you apply.
Zones where a community garden can go
Burlingame's code calls this use “Urban Agriculture”. 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.
What else applies
- Standards for this use: See Section 25.48.290 (Urban Agriculture).
- Overlay zones and specific plans can change the answer for a lot.
Other uses in Burlingame
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a community garden in the R-1 zone in Burlingame?
Yes. Burlingame's use table lists it as allowed in R-1 (Low Density Residential) (Article 2 — Zoning Districts, Allowable uses, and Development Standards).
General information, not legal advice.
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