Whittier · Land use · Live-work unit
Where is a live-work unit allowed in Whittier?
In Whittier, a live-work unit is allowed in 5 base zones (C-O, C-1, MU-1, MU-2 and MU-3) (Whittier use tables, read October 2026).
Key points
- Allowed: C-O, C-1, MU-1, MU-2 and MU-3
Find your lot's zone on the city zoning map, then read its row. Every status below was read from the Whittier 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 live-work unit can go
Whittier's code calls this use “Live-Work Units / Live/work development”. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| C-O Commercial-Office | Allowed | § 18.26.020 |
| C-1 Light Commercial | Allowed | § 18.28.020 |
| MU-1 | Allowed | § 18.35.020 |
| MU-2 | Allowed | § 18.35.020 |
| MU-3 | Allowed | § 18.35.020 |
What else applies
- Not covered here: Section 18.52.030 (conditional uses named by R-E, H-R, R-1 to R-5, C-O, C-1, C-2, C-3, M) is not in the packet; Section 18.34.060 (emergency shelter provisions) is not in the packet; Section 18.07 land use definitions are not in the packet. Overlay zones and specific plans can also change the answer.
Other uses in Whittier
Who this affects
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a live-work unit in the C-O zone in Whittier?
Yes. Whittier's use table lists it as allowed in C-O (Commercial-Office) (§ 18.26.020).
General information, not legal advice.
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