This page provides a comprehensive list of all land use and development regulations that may be applied to a project.

General Plan
California State law requires that each city adopt a comprehensive, long-term general plan for the physical development of the area under its jurisdiction. This general plan must include seven elements that together compose an integrated set of goals, policies, and action programs. These seven required elements are land use, circulation, housing, conservation, open space, safety, and noise. In addition, a city may adopt optional elements that relate to the physical development of the community.

The renowned scenic environment of Monterey and the Peninsula stems from its two dominant features: the coastline and the central ridge of wooded hills. The preservation of these two features is essential to maintain the scenic character of the Peninsula. Goals and policies focus on preserving and enhancing Monterey’s aesthetic environment, and were developed around two central concepts: Monterey’s special physical setting and its image as a town.

Monterey’s image is that of a small-scale residential community beside the bay, framed by a forested hill backdrop and drawing its charm from a rich historical background, certain commercial enterprises, and natural scenic beauty.

The documents are also available for review at the Monterey Public Library, 625 Pacific St, and the Planning Division, 580 Pacific St, at Colton Hall. These digital files are provided for informational purposes only and may differ in layout to the official printed document.

General Plan w/o Figures (125 pages)

General Plan Final EIR

Map 1- Planning Area Map 2- Special Places Map 3- Land Use Map 4- Mixed Use Neighborhoods Map 5- Street Classifications Map 6- Visitor Routes Map 7- Truck Routes Map 8- Special Species Map 9- Habitat Management Map 10- Parks, Recreation & Open Spaces Map 11- Seismic Hazards Map 12- Slopes Map 13- Flood Zones Map 14- Fire Hazard Severity Zones Map 15- Evacuation Routes Map 16- Noise Contours Map 17- Airport Noise Contours

General Plan Draft EIR Fig. 1- Regional Location Fig. 2- Project Vicinity Fig. 3- Planning Area Fig. 4- Land Use Plan Map Fig. 5- Mixed Use Commercial Neighborhoods Fig. 6- Major Habitat Types Fig. 7- Special Status Species Occurrences Fig. 8- Archeological Sensitivity Map Fig. 9- Local Faults Fig. 10- Slopes Greater than 25 Percent Fig. 11- Fire Hazard Zones Fig. 12- Emergency Evacuation Routes Fig. 13- Flood Hazard Zones Fig. 14- Airport Noise Contours Fig. 15- 2020 Projected Noise Levels Fig. 16- Parks, Recreation & Open Space

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land use plans

Commercial Plans Cannery Row Conservation District Downtown Specific Plan East Del Monte Avenue Area Plan Lighthouse Specific Plan Lower Presidio Master Plan North Fremont Specific Plan Ryan Ranch Area Plan Waterfront Master Plan	Neighborhood Plans Casanova/Oak Knoll Area Plan Del Monte Grove Area Plan Highway 68 Area Plan New Monterey Area Plan Oak Grove Area Plan Old Town Area Plan Villa del Monte Neighborhood Revitalization Plan
Coastal Plans Cannery Row Coastal Land Use Plan Del Monte Beach Coastal Land Use Plan Laguna Grande/Roberts Lake Land Use Plan Monterey Harbor Coastal Land Use Plan Skyline Coastal Land Use Plan	Implementing Plans Monterey on the Move Monterey Peninsula Recreation Trail- Policies/Standards for Adjacent Redevelopment

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historic preservation - see web page

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Design Standards and Guidelines, and Zoning

• Cannery Row Conservation District Design Program
• Citywide Sign Guidelines
• Del Monte Beach Shared View Design Guidelines
• Fence Height Standards
• Low Impact Development (LID)
• Parking Dimension Standards
• Single-Family Design Guidelines for D-1 Areas
• Story Pole Requirements
• Trash Enclosure Standards
• Water Efficient Landscaping Design Guidelines
• Zoning Map
• Zoning Ordinance - Chapter 28 of the City Code

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Vehicle Miles Traveled

• Vehicle Miles Traveled Policy