Comprehensive Zoning Code Update’s draft zoning map and code available for public review

The City of Santa Ana is pleased to announce a major milestone in the Comprehensive Zoning Code Update Process. The draft Zoning Map and Code are now available for public review and comment. This is a significant step forward in the City's efforts to modernize land use regulations, streamline development, address health and environmental justice issues, promote economic prosperity and housing production, and enhance quality of life.

View Draft Zoning Map and Code Here

Please submit comments in advance of the Planning Commission Public Hearing by 3:30 p.m. on August 24, 2026. Further comments will be received prior the City Council Public Hearing. After opening the link, you will be able to view the draft Zoning Map and Code in various languages and comment directly in the document. Public comments will be considered as City staff prepare the Public Hearing draft for consideration by the Planning Commission and City Council.

In addition to the public review and comment on the draft Zoning Map and Code, the final phase of the Comprehensive Zoning Code Update includes two Planning Commission Study Sessions, a City Council Study Session, a Planning Commission Public Hearing, and a City Council Public Hearing.

Please find details about the Planning Commission Study Sessions below:

• Part A: Outreach and Community Involvement
  • When: Monday July 27, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.
  • Where: City Council Chamber, 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
• Part B: Zoning Map and Code
  • When: Monday August 10, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.
  • Where: City Council Chamber, 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701

These sessions will provide an opportunity for staff to present an overview of the draft Zoning Map and Code and allow for thoughtful discussion.

We look forward to your participation and value your feedback as the City moves forward with the Comprehensive Zoning Code Update process. If you would like more information, you may visit santa-ana.org/zoning-code-update/ or contact Siri Champion, Principal Planner, via email at [email protected] or by phone at 714-667-2751.