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Where is a community garden allowed in Solvang?

In Solvang, a community garden is allowed in 3 base zones (PI, P and OS) (Solvang use tables, read October 2026).

Key points

  • Allowed: PI, P and OS

Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Solvang 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 community garden can go

Solvang's code calls this use “Community Gardens”. 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.

ZoneStatusCode
PI Public/Institutional
Allowed
§ 11-8-2
P Parks
Allowed
§ 11-9-2
OS Open Space
Allowed
§ 11-9-2

What else applies

  • Zone "P" in S6 is the Parks zone (column header P), not the legend symbol.
  • Not covered here: Overlay zoning districts (Chapter 10) have no use table in the packet. Overlay zones and specific plans can also change the answer.

Other uses in Solvang

Who this affects

HomeownersBuyersReal estate agentsSmall developers

Frequently asked questions

Can I have a community garden in the PI zone in Solvang?

Yes. Solvang's use table lists it as allowed in PI (Public/Institutional) (§ 11-8-2).

General information, not legal advice.

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