Kerman · Land use · Growing crops
Where is growing crops (agriculture) allowed in Kerman?
In Kerman, growing crops (agriculture) is allowed in 2 base zones (O and UR), needs a conditional use permit in 1 (M-2) and not allowed in 1 (Kerman use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Allowed: O and UR
- Needs a permit: M-2
- Not allowed: M-1
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Kerman 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
Kerman's code calls this use “Agriculture, Horticulture”. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| O Open Space, Recreation, and Public Facilities | Allowed | Division II — ZONES, ALLOWABLE USES, AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS |
| UR Urban Reserve | Allowed | Division II — ZONES, ALLOWABLE USES, AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS |
| M-2 Heavy Manufacturing | Needs a conditional use permit | Division II — ZONES, ALLOWABLE USES, AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS |
Zones where it is not allowed
M-1.
What else applies
- "Agriculture, Animal Husbandry" (UR P) and "Agriculture, Dairies" (O, UR CUP) are livestock; not used.
- Not covered here: Combining zones PD, SD, IBA (can change allowed uses); Twenty-four-hour uses need a CUP in commercial zones (17.12.020.D). Overlay zones and specific plans can also change the answer.
Other uses in Kerman
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have growing crops (agriculture) in the M-2 zone in Kerman?
Only with a conditional use permit. Kerman's use table lists it that way in M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) (Division II — ZONES, ALLOWABLE USES, AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS).
Can I have growing crops (agriculture) in the M-1 zone in Kerman?
No. Kerman's use table does not allow it in M-1 (Light Manufacturing) (Division II — ZONES, ALLOWABLE USES, AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS).
Can I have growing crops (agriculture) in the O zone in Kerman?
Yes. Kerman's use table lists it as allowed in O (Open Space, Recreation, and Public Facilities) (Division II — ZONES, ALLOWABLE USES, AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS).
General information, not legal advice.
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