Patterson · Land use · Apartment building
Where is an apartment building (multifamily housing) allowed in Patterson?
In Patterson, an apartment building (multifamily housing) is allowed in 2 base zones (MR and HR), needs a conditional use permit in 3 (DR, NC and DC, 2 with a condition) and not allowed in 4 (Patterson use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Allowed: MR and HR
- Needs a permit: DR, NC and DC
- Not allowed: ER, HSC, GC and MPO
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Patterson Municipal Code use tables (read October 2026). Base zones only. General information, not legal advice — check with the city before you apply.
Zones where an apartment building (multifamily housing) can go
Patterson's code calls this use “Multiple-family units”. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| MR | Allowed | § 18.38.030 |
| HR | Allowed | § 18.38.030 |
| DR | Needs a conditional use permit | § 18.38.030 |
| NC | Needs a conditional use permit — see note Code row: “Multiple-family units (joint use)” Note 1: When combined as a joint use (i.e., shops below and units above). | § 18.42.030 |
| DC | Needs a conditional use permit — see note Code row: “Multiple-family units (joint use)” Note 1: When combined as a joint use (i.e., shops below and units above). | § 18.42.030 |
Zones where it is not allowed
What else applies
- State law: State laws such as AB 2011, SB 6 and the density bonus law can allow homes on some commercial sites, or more units than this table shows.
- Not covered here: Zone names are given in 18.38.020, 18.42.020, 18.46.020, 18.50.020, which are not in the packet; Meaning of the "(n,w)" marks on the LR column; Specific plan or planned development zones, if any. Overlay zones and specific plans can also change the answer.
Other uses in Patterson
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have an apartment building (multifamily housing) in the DR zone in Patterson?
Only with a conditional use permit. Patterson's use table lists it that way in DR (§ 18.38.030).
Can I have an apartment building (multifamily housing) in the ER zone in Patterson?
No. Patterson's use table does not allow it in ER (§ 18.38.030).
Can I have an apartment building (multifamily housing) in the MR zone in Patterson?
Yes. Patterson's use table lists it as allowed in MR (§ 18.38.030).
General information, not legal advice.
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