Corte Madera · Land use · Private school
Where is a private school allowed in Corte Madera?
In Corte Madera, a private school is allowed in 1 base zone (MX-1, it with a condition) and needs a conditional use permit (chapter 18.26) in 2 (O and P/SP) (Corte Madera use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Allowed: MX-1
- Needs a permit: O and P/SP
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Corte Madera 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 private school can go
Corte Madera's code calls this use “Private schools”. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| MX-1 Mixed Use 1 | Allowed — see note Note row: Schools — private for children (i.e. nursery, preschools, day or after school care, dance, language, art) | § 18.13.020 |
| O Professional and Administrative Office | Needs a conditional use permit (chapter 18.26) | § 18.10.030 |
| P/SP Public and Semipublic Facilities | Needs a conditional use permit (chapter 18.26) | § 18.16.310 |
What else applies
- Not covered here: Zones whose chapter is not in the packet. Overlay zones and specific plans can also change the answer.
Other uses in Corte Madera
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a private school in the O zone in Corte Madera?
Only with a conditional use permit (chapter 18.26). Corte Madera's use table lists it that way in O (Professional and Administrative Office) (§ 18.10.030).
Can I have a private school in the MX-1 zone in Corte Madera?
Yes, with a condition. Corte Madera's use table lists it as allowed in MX-1 (Mixed Use 1) (§ 18.13.020). The code adds a condition: “Schools — private for children (i.e. nursery, preschools, day or after school care, dance, language, art)”
General information, not legal advice.
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