La Quinta · Land use · Growing crops
Where is growing crops (agriculture) allowed in La Quinta?
In La Quinta, growing crops (agriculture) is allowed in 1 base zone (RVL), needs a minor use permit in 1 (RL) and not allowed in 4 (La Quinta use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Allowed: RVL
- Needs a permit: RL
- Not allowed: RC, RM, RMH and RH
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the La Quinta 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
La Quinta's code calls this use “Field crop farming”. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| RVL Very Low Density Residential | Allowed | Chapter 9.40 — RESIDENTIAL PERMITTED USES |
| RL Low Density Residential | Needs a minor use permit | Chapter 9.40 — RESIDENTIAL PERMITTED USES |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- "Tree crop farming; greenhouses" is P in RVL and X in the other five residential districts; "Produce stands" is P in RVL and T in RL. No agricultural rows in the nonresidential table. The A/ER (Agricultural/Equestrian Residential) overlay says "as permitted in the underlying base district".
- Not covered here: Industrial districts (none in the packet); overlay districts EOD, AHO, A/ER, MU show "**" = as permitted in the underlying base district.. Overlay zones and specific plans can also change the answer.
Other uses in La Quinta
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have growing crops (agriculture) in the RL zone in La Quinta?
Only with a minor use permit. La Quinta's use table lists it that way in RL (Low Density Residential) (Chapter 9.40 — RESIDENTIAL PERMITTED USES).
Can I have growing crops (agriculture) in the RC zone in La Quinta?
No. La Quinta's use table does not allow it in RC (Cove Residential) (Chapter 9.40 — RESIDENTIAL PERMITTED USES).
Can I have growing crops (agriculture) in the RVL zone in La Quinta?
Yes. La Quinta's use table lists it as allowed in RVL (Very Low Density Residential) (Chapter 9.40 — RESIDENTIAL PERMITTED USES).
General information, not legal advice.
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