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Commercial General Palm Springs, Florida

CG (Commercial General) is the Village of Palm Springs' primary general-commercial zoning district, regulated under Code of Ordinances Chapter 34 'Land Development,' Article VI 'Land Use,' Division 6 (District Regulations) with use-specific standards in Division 7 (Supplemental District Regulations).

75 buildings zoned CG78 permitted business types

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Permitted uses

What you can operate in CG, Palm Springs

The businesses the CG district in Palm Springs allows. The ones on the left are permitted by right; the ones on the right need a special approval first. (Zoning codes are set by each municipality, so CG here means specifically Palm Springs's CG district.)

Allowed by right

Retail store / general merchandise shopClothing / apparel boutiqueShoe storeFurniture and home furnishings storeHardware / paint / decor storeGrocery store / supermarket / bodega / marketRetail bakery / panaderiaPharmacy / drug store (no drive-through)FloristGift shop / party supply storeBookstore / stationery storeElectronics and cell phone store / phone repair counterAuto parts store (retail only, no installation)Sporting goods storeRestaurant (full-service, indoor seating)Fast-casual / counter-service restaurant (no drive-through)Coffee shop / cafeIce cream, juice bar, boba / smoothie shopPizzeria / takeout with deliveryBarbershopHair salon / nail salonDay spa / licensed massage therapyEyebrow, lash and waxing studioDry cleaner drop-off / tailor / alterationsShoe repair / watch and jewelry repairAttorney, accountant, insurance, title or real estate officeMortgage / financial advisory officeTravel agencyPrint, copy, sign design and mail/pack shopPhotography studioMedical or dental officeUrgent care / walk-in clinicChiropractic, physical therapy or rehab clinicOptometrist / optical shopBank or credit union branch (no drive-through)

With special approval

Bank or pharmacy with drive-through laneRestaurant with drive-throughGas station / full service fuel stationConvenience store with fuel pumpsCar wash (tunnel or self-serve)Auto repair garage / mechanic shopTire shopQuick lube / oil changeAuto detailing / window tint / audio installationAuto body and paint shopNew or used car / truck dealershipCar rental agencyBar / lounge / tavernBrewery taproom / microbrewery / tasting roomPackage liquor storeNightclub / live entertainment venueBanquet hall / event and quinceanera venueFitness gym / health clubCrossFit / functional training boxJiu-jitsu, boxing, karate or martial arts studioYoga / pilates / barre studioDance studio / performing arts schoolIndoor arcade, trampoline park or family entertainment centerMovie theaterLaundromat (self-service)Tattoo / permanent makeup studioSmoke, vape or hookah shopPawn shop / gold buyerCheck cashing / money transfer / payday lendingPet groomingPet daycare / boarding kennelVeterinary clinic / animal hospitalCatering kitchen / commissary kitchenCoffee roaster with retail counterChild care center / preschool / VPKPrivate school, charter school or vocational/trade schoolChurch / place of worshipAssisted living facilityFuneral homeHotel or motelSelf-storage / mini-warehouse facilityContractor's office with enclosed equipment storageWireless communication tower / rooftop antenna

Build envelope

Development standards

Headline dimensional limits for this district. Confirm exact figures against the current code for your specific parcel.

StandardPrefabricated metal or corrugated-metal-sided buildings in commercial districts must be finished with stucco, siding, brick, masonry or comparable material (Sec. 34-1363)

StandardVillage building design guidelines apply to all commercial districts; facades visible from rights-of-way must be designed harmoniously (Sec. 34-1366)

StandardCommercial developments must meet site plan development standards in Sec. 34-1353 plus landscaping/buffering (34-1357), open space (34-1358), traffic circulation (34-1359) and outdoor lighting (34-1364)

StandardConvenience stores, full service fuel stations and other vehicle-oriented uses carry supplemental standards under Ch. 34, Art. VI, Div. 7, Subd. XV

StandardPhotometric/outdoor lighting plan required with site plan and building permit applications

StandardMax height, min lot size/width, FAR and setbacks for CG were NOT retrieved — pull Sec. 34, Art. VI, Div. 6 district table before underwriting

The fine print

In plain English

BY RIGHT No hearing needed

If your business is on the by-right list, you can occupy a space in this district and open — no zoning hearing. Building permits and licensing still apply, but the use itself is already allowed.

SPECIAL Approval first

Special-approval uses can work here too, but they go through a public review before opening. Plan for extra time and possible conditions — we'll tell you which path a space needs.

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