Lodi · Land use · Church or place of worship
Where is a church or other place of worship allowed in Lodi?
In Lodi, a church or other place of worship is allowed in 1 base zone (PF), needs an use permit in 5 (RLD, RMD, RHD, GC and MCO) and not allowed in 4 (Lodi use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Allowed: PF
- Needs a permit: RLD, RMD, RHD, GC and MCO
- Not allowed: CC, O, DMU and MCE
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Lodi 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 church or other place of worship can go
Lodi's code calls this use “Religious facilities”. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| PF | Allowed | § 17.26.030 |
| RLD | Needs an use permit | § 17.18.030 |
| RMD | Needs an use permit | § 17.18.030 |
| RHD | Needs an use permit | § 17.18.030 |
| GC | Needs an use permit | § 17.20.030 |
| MCO | Needs an use permit | § 17.22.030 |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- State law: Federal law (RLUIPA) bars zoning rules that treat religious assembly worse than other assembly uses.
- Not covered here: RLD, RMD, RHD, DMU, MCE, MCO, PF: no shelter row (unlisted = not allowed). Overlay zones and specific plans can also change the answer.
Other uses in Lodi
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a church or other place of worship in the RLD zone in Lodi?
Only with an use permit. Lodi's use table lists it that way in RLD (§ 17.18.030).
Can I have a church or other place of worship in the CC zone in Lodi?
No. Lodi's use table does not allow it in CC (§ 17.20.030).
Can I have a church or other place of worship in the PF zone in Lodi?
Yes. Lodi's use table lists it as allowed in PF (§ 17.26.030).
General information, not legal advice.
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