Noise Compatibility
San Diego Municipal Code § 132.1510
in effect§132.1510 Noise Compatibility
Noise compatibility between airport operations and proposed development within Review Area 1 of this overlay zone shall be evaluated as follows:
(a) Aircraft noise exposure is identified on Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan community noise equivalent level (CNEL) noise contour maps prepared and adopted by the Airport Land Use Commission for each airport, and filed in the office of the City Clerk. Adopted noise contour maps identified in Table 132-15C and noise compatibility criteria identified in Table 132-15D for MCAS Miramar, Brown Field Municipal Airport, Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport, and NOLF Imperial Beach airport influence areas and in Table 132-15E for the San Diego International Airport influence area shall be used to determine land use compatibility in accordance with Section 132.1510(b).
Table 132-15C Adopted Noise Contour Maps
Airport Influence Area | Map Number
MCAS Miramar | C-929
Brown Field Municipal Airport | C-942
Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport | C-937
San Diego International Airport | C-951
NOLF Imperial Beach | C-988
(b) Development in an airport influence area shall be considered noise compatible if:
(1) The proposed development is consistent with the use regulations of the underlying base zone; and
(2) The proposed development is permitted within the applicable noise exposure range in Noise Compatibility Criteria Table 132-15D and Table 132-15E that corresponds to the identified aircraft noise exposure for the proposed location.
(c) Where noise attenuation is required for compatibility, the applicant shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the City Manager that all interior spaces exposed to exterior aircraft noise sources will achieve the indoor noise level indicated on Table 132-15D and Table 132-15E.
(d) Only aircraft-related noise sources shall be considered in determining compliance with Table 132-15D and Table 132-15E, except as otherwise required by the California Building Code for hotel/motel and multiple dwelling units.
(e) Applicability to parcels with multiple noise contours.
(1) For uses conducted indoors, noise compatibility shall be determined by the noise exposure range that applies to 50 percent or more of the structure by gross floor area.
(2) For uses conducted outdoors, noise compatibility shall be determined by the noise exposure range that applies to the proposed location of the use on the premises.
(f) Where an applicant disputes the City Manager’s determination of the use category for a proposed development, an applicant may request an interpretation by the Planning Commission in accordance with Section 131.0110(b).
Legend for Table 132-15D
Symbol In Table 132-15D | Description Of Symbol
P | Use or use category is compatible with the identified exterior noise exposure level, and is permitted subject to the regulations of the underlying base zone. Regulations pertaining to a specific use may be referenced.
- | Use or use category is incompatible with the identified exterior noise exposure level and is not permitted.
Table 132-15D Noise Compatibility Criteria for MCAS Miramar, Brown Field Municipal Airport, Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport, and NOLF Imperial Beach Airport Influence Areas
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Open Space
Active Recreation | P | P1 | - | -
Passive Recreation | P | - | - | -
Natural Resources Preservation | P | P | P | P
Park Maintenance Facilities | P | P | - | -
Agriculture
Agricultural Processing | P | P | P2 | -
Aquaculture Facilities | P | P | P | -
Dairies | P | P | P | -
Horticulture Nurseries & Greenhouses | P | P | P | -
Raising & Harvesting of Crops | P | P | P | -
Raising, Maintaining & Keeping of Animals | P | P | P | -
Separately Regulated Agriculture Uses
Agricultural Equipment Repair Shops | P | P | P2 | -
Commercial Stables | P | P | P | -
Community Gardens | P | P | P | -
Equestrian Show & Exhibition Facilities | P | P | - | -
Open Air Markets for the Sale of Agriculture-Related Products & Flowers | P | P | - | -
Residential
Mobilehome Parks | P3 | - | - | -
Multiple Dwelling Units | P3 | - | - | -
Rooming House [See Section 131.0112(a)(3)(A)] | P3 | - | - | -
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Shopkeeper Units | 3 P | - | - | -
Single Dwelling Units | P3 | - | - | -
Separately Regulated Residential Uses
Boarder and Lodger Accommodations | Classify with primary use
Accessory Dwelling Units | P3 | - | - | -
Continuing Care Retirement Communities | P3 | - | - | -
Emergency Shelters | P3 | P3 | - | -
Employee Housing:
6 or Fewer Employees | P3 | - | - | -
12 or Fewer Employees | P3 | - | - | -
Greater than 12 Employees | P3 | - | - | -
Fraternities and Sororities | P3 | - | - | -
Garage, Yard, & Estate Sales | Classify with primary use
Guest Quarters | P3 | - | - | -
Home Occupations | Classify with primary use
Interim Ground Floor Residential | P3 | - | - | -
Junior Accessory Dwelling Units | P3 | - | - | -
Live/Work Quarters | P3 | - | - | -
Low Barrier Navigation Center | P3 | P3 | - | -
Movable Tiny Houses | P2 | - | - | -
Permanent Supportive Housing | 3 P | - | - | -
Residential Care Facilities:
6 or Fewer Persons | Classify with primary use
7 or More Persons | P3 | - | - | -
Student Housing | P3 | - | - | -
Transitional Housing:
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
6 or Fewer Persons | Classify with primary use
7 or More Persons | P3 | - | - | -
Watchkeeper Quarters | Classify with primary use
Institutional
Separately Regulated Institutional Uses
Airports | P | P | P | P
Botanical Gardens & Arboretums | P | P | P | -
Cemeteries, Mausoleums, Crematories | P | P3 | P3 | -
Correctional Placement Centers | P2 | P3 | - | -
Educational Facilities:
Kindergarten through Grade 12 | P3 | - | - | -
Colleges / Universities | P3 | P3 | - | -
Vocational / Trade School | P3 | P3 | - | -
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations | P | P | P | P
Energy Generation & Distribution Facilities | P | P | P | P2
Exhibit Halls & Convention Facilities | P | P3 | - | -
Flood Control Facilities | P | P | P | P
Historical Buildings Used for Purposes Not Otherwise Allowed | Classify with primary use
Homeless Facilities:
Congregate Meal Facilities | P | P2 | 4 P2, | -
Homeless Day Centers | P | P2 | P2 | -
Hospitals | P3 | - | - | -
Hydrogen Vehicle Fueling Stations | P | P | P2 | -
Intermediate Care Facilities & Nursing Facilities | P3 | - | - | -
Interpretive Centers | P3 | - | - | -
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Museums | P3 | - | - | -
Major Transmission, Relay, or Communications Switching Stations | P | P | P | P
Placemaking on Private Property | P | P | P | P
Satellite Antennas | P | P | P | P
Social Service Institutions | P | P2 | P2 | -
Wireless communication Facilities: | See Section 141.0420
Retail Sales
Building Supplies & Equipment | P | P2 | 4 P2, | -
Food, Beverages and Groceries | P | P2 | 4 P2, | -
Consumer Goods, Furniture, Appliances, Equipment | P | P2 | 4 P2, | -
Pets & Pet Supplies | P | P2 | 4 P2, | -
Sundries, Pharmaceuticals, & Convenience Sales | P | P2 | P2, 4 | -
Wearing Apparel & Accessories | P | P2 | 4 P2, | -
Separately Regulated Sales Uses
Agriculture Related Supplies & Equipment | P | P2 | 4 P2, | -
Alcoholic Beverage Outlets | P | P2 | 4 P2, | -
Cannabis Outlets | P | P | 2, 4 P | -
Farmers’ Markets
Daily Farmers’ Markets Stands | P | P | - | -
Weekly Farmers’ Markets | P | P | - | -
Plant Nurseries | P | P2 | 4 P2, | -
Retail Farms | P | P | - | -
Retail Tasting Stores | P | 2 P | 2, 4 P | -
Swap Meets & Other Large Outdoor Retail Facilities | P | P | - | -
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Commercial Services
Building Services | P | P2 | P2 | -
Business Support | P | P2 | P2 | -
Eating & Drinking Establishments | P | P2 | 4 P2, | -
Financial Institutions | P | P2 | P2 | -
Funeral & Mortuary Services | P | P2 | 4 P2, | -
Instructional Studios | P2 | 4 P2, | - | -
Maintenance & Repair | P | P2 | P2 | -
Off-Site Services | P | P2 | P2 | -
Personal Services | P | P2 | 4 P2, | -
Radio & Television Studios | P | P2 | P2 | -
Visitor Accommodations | P3 | P3 | - | -
Separately Regulated Commercial Services Uses
Adult Entertainment Establishments:
Adult Book Store | P | P2 | P2 | -
Adult Cabaret | P | P2 | P2 | -
Adult Drive-In Theater | P | P2 | - | -
Adult Mini-Motion Picture Theater | P | P2 | P2 | -
Adult Model Studio | P | P2 | P2 | -
Adult Motel | P3 | P3 | P3 | -
Adult Motion Picture Theater | P | P2 | P2 | -
Adult Peep Show Theater | P | P2 | P2 | -
Adult Theater | P | P2 | P2 | -
Body Painting Studio | P | P2 | P2 | -
Massage Establishment | P | P2 | P2 | -
Sexual Encounter Establishment | P | P2 | P2 | -
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Assembly and Entertainment Uses, including Places of Religious Assembly | P3 | P1, 3 | - | -
Bed & Breakfast Establishments:
1-2 Guest Rooms | P3 | P3 | - | -
3-5 Guest Rooms | P3 | P3 | - | -
6+ Guest Rooms | P3 | P3 | - | -
Boarding Kennels / Pet Day Care | P | P2 | 4, 9 P2, | -
Camping Parks | P | - | - | -
Child Care Facilities:
Child Care Centers | P3 | - | - | -
Large Family Day Care Homes | P3 | - | - | -
Small Family Day Care Homes | P3 | - | - | -
Eating and Drinking Establishments with a Drive-In or Drive-Through Component | P | P2 | 4 P2, | -
Fairgrounds | P | P | - | -
Golf Courses, Driving Ranges, and Pitch & Putt Courses | P | P | - | -
Helicopter Landing Facilities | P | P | P | P
Massage Establishments, Specialized Practice | P | P2 | 4 P2, | -
Mobile Food Trucks | P | P | P | P
Nightclubs & Bars over 5,000 square feet in size | P | P2 | 4 P2, | -
Parking Facilities as a Primary Use:
Permanent Parking Facilities | P | P | P | P
Temporary Parking Facilities | P | P | P | P
Private Clubs, Lodges and Fraternal Organizations | P | P2 | P2 | -
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Privately Operated, Outdoor Recreation Facilities over 40,000 square feet in size(4) | P | P | - | -
Pushcarts on Private Property | P | P | P | -
Recycling Facilities:
Large Collection Facility | P | P | P | P
Small Collection Facility | P | P | P | P
Large Construction & Demolition Debris Recycling Facility | P | P | P | P
Small Construction & Demolition Debris Recycling Facility | P | P | P | P
Drop-off Facility | P | P | P | P
Green Materials Composting Facility | P | P | P | P
Mixed Organic Composting Facility | P | P | P | P
Large Processing Facility Accepting at Least 98% of Total Annual Weight of Recyclables from Commercial & Industrial Traffic | P | P | P | P
Large Processing Facility Accepting All Types of Traffic | P | P | P | P
Small Processing Facility Accepting at Least 98% of Total Annual Weight of Recyclables From Commercial & Industrial Traffic | P | P | P | P
Small Processing Facility Accepting All Types of Traffic | P | P | P | P
Reverse Vending Machines | P | P | P | P
Tire Processing Facility | P | P | P | P
Sidewalk Cafes | P | P | - | -
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Sports Arenas & Stadiums | P | P | - | -
Theaters that are outdoor or over 5,000 square feet in size | P | P2 | - | -
Urgent Care Facilities | P | P2 | P2 | -
Veterinary Clinics & Animal Hospitals | P | P2 | P2 | -
Zoological Parks | P | P | - | -
Offices
Business & Professional | P | P2 | P2 | -
Government | P | P2 | P2 | -
Medical, Dental, & Health Practitioner | P | P2 | P2 | -
Regional & Corporate Headquarters | P | P2 | P2 | -
Separately Regulated Office Uses
Real Estate Sales Offices & Model Homes | P | P2 | P2 | -
Sex Offender Treatment & Counseling | P | P2 | P2 | -
Vehicle & Vehicular Equipment Sales & Service
Commercial Vehicle Repair & Maintenance | P | P | P2 | P7
Commercial Vehicle Sales & Rentals | P | P | P2 | P7
Personal Vehicle Repair & Maintenance | P | P | P2 | P7
Personal Vehicle Sales & Rentals | P | P | P2 | P7
Vehicle Equipment & Supplies Sales & Rentals | P | P | P2 | P7
Separately Regulated Vehicle & Vehicular Equipment Sales & Service Uses
Automobile Service Stations | P | P | P2 | P7
Outdoor Storage & Display of New, Unregistered Motor Vehicles as a Primary Use | P | P | P2 | P7
Wholesale, Distribution, Storage
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Equipment & Materials Storage Yards | P | P | P | P
Moving & Storage Facilities | P | P | P2 | P2
Warehouses | P | P | P2 | P2
Wholesale Distribution | P | P | P2 | P2
Separately Regulated Wholesale, Distribution, and Storage Uses
Impound Storage Yards | P | P | P | P
Junk Yards | P | P | P | P
Temporary Construction Storage Yards Located off-site | P | P | P | P
Industrial
Heavy Manufacturing | P | P | P2 | P7
Light Manufacturing | P | P | P2 | P7
Marine Industry | P | P | P2 | P7
Research & Development | P | P | P2 | P7
Testing Labs | P | P | P2 | P7
Trucking & Transportation Terminals | P | P | P | P7
Separately Regulated Industrial Uses
Artisan Food and Beverage Producer | P | P | P2 | P7
Cannabis Production Facilities | P | P | P2 | P7
Hazardous Waste Research Facility | P | P | P2 | P7
Hazardous Waste Treatment Facility | P | P | P2 | P7
Marine Related Uses Within the Coastal Overlay Zone | P | P | P2 | P7
Mining and Extractive Industries | P | P | P | 8 P7,
Newspaper Publishing Plants | P | P | P2 | P7
Processing & Packaging of Plant Products & Animal By-products Grown Off-premises | P | P | P2 | P7
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Very Heavy Industrial Uses | P | P | P2 | P7
Wrecking & Dismantling of Motor Vehicles | P | P | P | P7
Signs
Allowable Signs | P | P | P | P
Separately Regulated Signs Uses
Community Entry Signs | P | P | P | P
Comprehensive Sign Program | P | P | P | P
Neighborhood Identification Signs | P | P | P | P
Revolving Projecting Signs | P | P | P | P
Signs with Automatic Changing Copy | P | P | P | P
Theater Marquees | P | P | P | P
Footnotes to Table 132-15D
1 Playgrounds are not allowed above the 65 dB CNEL aircraft noise exposure range.
2 Interior spaces exposed to exterior aircraft noise sources shall be attenuated to achieve an indoor noise level of 50 dB CNEL.
3 Interior spaces exposed to exterior aircraft noise sources shall be attenuated to achieve an indoor noise level of 45 dB CNEL.
4 This use classification is not permitted for primary use outdoor spaces exposed to aircraft noise greater than 70 dB CNEL.
5 Outdoor stadiums are not compatible in the 70-75dB CNEL aircraft noise exposure range.
6 Instructional studios for the assembly of children (age 0-18 years) are not allowed above the 65 dB CNEL aircraft noise exposure range.
7 This use classification is permitted in the 70-80 dB CNEL aircraft noise exposure range within the MCAS Miramar Airport influence area. Interior spaces exposed to exterior aircraft noise sources shall be attenuated to achieve an indoor noise level of 50 dB CNEL.
8 This use classification is permitted in the 70-80 dB CNEL aircraft noise exposure range within the Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport influence area. Interior spaces exposed to exterior aircraft noise sources shall be attenuated to achieve an indoor noise level of 50 dB CNEL.
9 This use classification is not permitted in the 70-80 db CNEL aircraft noise exposure range within the MCAS Miramar Airport influence area.
Legend for Table 132-15E
Symbol In Table 132-15E | Description of Symbol
P | Use or use category is compatible with the identified exterior noise exposure level, and is permitted subject to the regulations of the underlying base zone. Regulations pertaining to a specific use may be referenced.
- | Use or use category is incompatible with the identified exterior noise exposure level and is not permitted.
Table 132-15E Noise Compatibility Criteria for San Diego International Airport
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Open Space
Active Recreation | P | P | P | P
Passive Recreation | P | P | P | P
Natural Resources Preservation | P | P | P | P
Park Maintenance Facilities | P | P | P | P
Agriculture
Agricultural Processing | P | P | P1 | P1
Aquaculture Facilities | P | P | P | P
Dairies | P | P | P | P
Horticulture Nurseries & Greenhouses | P | P | P | P
Raising & Harvesting of Crops | P | P | P | P
Raising, Maintaining & Keeping of Animals | P | P | P | P
Separately Regulated Agriculture Uses
Agricultural Equipment Repair Shops | P | P | P1 | P1
Commercial Stables | P | P | P1 | P1
Community Gardens | P | P | P1 | P1
Equestrian Show & Exhibition Facilities | P | P | P1 | P1
Open Air Markets for the Sale of Agriculture-Related Products & Flowers | P | P | P | P
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Residential
Mobilehome Parks | P2 | P2,4 | P2,4,5 | P2,4,5
Multiple Dwelling Units | P2 | P2,4 | P2,4,5 | P2,4,5
Rooming House [See Section 131.0112(a)(3)(A)] | P2 | P2,4 | P2,4,5 | P2,4,5
Shopkeeper Units | P2 | P2,4 | P2,4,5 | P2,4,5
Single Dwelling Units | P2 | P2,4 | P2,4,5 | P2,4,5
Separately Regulated Residential Uses
Boarder & Lodger Accommodations | Classify with primary use
Accessory Dwelling Units | P2 | 2,4 P | P2,4,5 | P2,4,5
Continuing Care Retirement Communities | P2 | - | - | -
Emergency Shelters | P3 | P3 | P3 | P3
Employee Housing:
6 or Fewer Employees | P2 | P2,4 | 2,4,5 P | 2,4,5 P
12 or Fewer Employees | P2 | P2,4 | 2,4,5 P | 2,4,5 P
Greater than 12 Employees | P2 | P2,4 | 2,4,5 P | 2,4,5 P
Fraternities and Sororities | P2 | P2,4 | P2,4,5 | P2,4,5
Garage, Yard, & Estate Sales | Classify with primary use
Guest Quarters | P2 | P2,4 | P2,4,5 | P2,4,5
Home Occupations | Classify with primary use
Interim Ground Floor Residential | P2 | P2,4 | P2,4,5 | P2,4,5
Junior Accessory Dwelling Units | P2 | P2 | P2,5 | 2,5 P
Live/Work Quarters | P2 | P2,4 | P2,4,5 | P2,4,5
Low Barrier Navigation Center | P3 | P3 | P3 | P3
Permanent Supportive Housing | P2 | P2,4 | P2,4,5 | P2,4,5
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Residential Care Facilities:
6 or Fewer Persons | Classify with primary use
7 or More Persons | 2 P | 2,4 P | 2,4,5 P | 2,4,5 P
Student Housing | P2 | P2,4 | P2,4,5 | P2,4,5
Transitional Housing:
6 or Fewer Persons | Classify with primary use
7 or More Persons | 2 P | 2,4 P | 2,4,5 P | 2,4,5 P
Watchkeeper Quarters | Classify with primary use
Institutional
Separately Regulated Institutional Uses
Airports | P | P | P | P
Botanical Gardens & Arboretums | P | P | P | P
Cemeteries, Mausoleums, Crematories | P | P | P | P
Correctional Placement Centers | P | P3 | P3 | P3
Educational Facilities:
Kindergarten through Grade 12 | 2 P | - | - | -
Colleges / Universities | P2 | P2,4 | P2,4 | -
Vocational / Trade School | P2 | P2,4 | P2,4 | -
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations | P | P | P | P
Energy Generation & Distribution Facilities | P | P | P | P
Exhibit Halls & Convention Facilities | P | P2 | P2 | -
Flood Control Facilities | P | P | P | P
Historical Buildings Used for Purposes Not Otherwise Allowed | Classify with primary use
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Homeless Facilities:
Congregate Meal Facilities | P | P | P1 | P1
Homeless Day Centers | P3 | P3 | P3 | P3
Hospitals | P2 | - | - | -
Intermediate Care Facilities & Nursing Facilities | P2 | - | - | -
Interpretive Centers | P2 | P2 | P2 | P2
Museums | P | 2 P | P2 | P2
Major Transmission, Relay, or Communications Switching Stations | P | P | P | P
Placemaking on Private Property | P | P | P | P
Satellite Antennas | P | P | P | P
Social Service Institutions | P | P1 | P1 | P1
Wireless Communication Facilities: | See Section 141.0420
Retail Sales
Building Supplies & Equipment | P | P | P1 | P1
Food, Beverages and Groceries | P | P | P1 | P1
Consumer Goods, Furniture, Appliances, Equipment | P | P | P1 | P1
Pets & Pet Supplies | P | P | P1 | P1
Sundries, Pharmaceuticals, & Convenience Sales | P | P | P1 | P1
Wearing Apparel & Accessories | P | P | P1 | P1
Separately Regulated Sales Uses
Agriculture Related Supplies & Equipment | P | P | P1 | P1
Alcoholic Beverage Outlets | P | P | P1 | P1
Cannabis Outlets | P | P | P1 | P1
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Farmers’ Markets
Daily Farmers’ Markets Stands | P | P | P1 | P1
Weekly Farmers’ Market | P | P | P1 | P1
Plant Nurseries | P | P | P1 | P1
Retail Farms | P | P | P1 | P1
Retail Tasting Stores | P | P | P1 | P1
Swap Meets & Other Large Outdoor Retail Facilities | P | P | P1 | P1
Commercial Services | P1 P1
Building Services | P | P | P1 | P1
Business Support | P | P | P1 | P1
Eating & Drinking Establishments | P | P | P1 | P1
Financial Institutions | P | P | P1 | P1
Funeral & Mortuary Services | P | P | P1 | P1
Instructional Studios | P1 | P6 | P6 | -
Maintenance & Repair | P | P | P1 | P1
Off-Site Services | P | P | P1 | P1
Personal Services | P | P | P1 | P1
Radio & Television Studios | P | P | P1 | P1
Tasting Rooms | P | P | P1 | P1
Visitor Accommodations | P3 | P3 | P3 | P3
Separately Regulated Commercial Services Uses
Adult Entertainment Establishments:
Adult Book Store | P | P | P1 | P1
Adult Cabaret | P | P | P1 | P1
Adult Drive-In Theater | P | P | P | P
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Adult Mini-Motion Picture Theater | P | P | 1 P | P1
Adult Model Studio | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Adult Motel | 3 P | 3 P | 3 P | 3 P
Adult Motion Picture Theater | P | 1 P | 1 P | 1 P
Adult Peep Show Theater | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Adult Theater | P | 1 P | 1 P | 1 P
Body Painting Studio | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Massage Establishment | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Sexual Encounter Establishment | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Assembly and Entertainment Uses, including Places of Religious Assembly | 2 P | 2, 7, 8 P | 2,7, 8 P | 2,7, 8 P
Bed & Breakfast Establishments:
1-2 Guest Rooms | 3 P | 3, 4 P | 3, 4 P | 3, 4 P
3-5 Guest Rooms | 3 P | 3, 4 P | 3, 4 P | 3, 4 P
6+ Guest Rooms | 3 P | 3, 4 P | 3, 4 P | 3, 4 P
Boarding Kennels/ Pet Day Care | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Camping Parks | P | 6 P | 6 P | 6 P
Child Care Facilities:
Child Care Centers | 2 P | - | - | -
Large Family Day Care Homes | 2 P | 2, 4 P | 2, 4 P | 2, 4 P
Small Family Day Care Homes | 2 P | 2, 4 P | 2, 4 P | 2, 4 P
Eating and Drinking Establishments with a Drive-In or Drive-Through Component | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Fairgrounds | P | P | P | -
Golf Courses, Driving Ranges, and Pitch & Putt Courses | P | P | P | P
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Helicopter Landing Facilities | P | P | P | P
Massage Establishments, Specialized Practice | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Mobile Food Trucks | P | P | P | P
Nightclubs & Bars over 5,000 square feet in size | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Parking Facilities as a Primary Use:
Permanent Parking Facilities | P | P | P | P
Temporary Parking Facilities | P | P | P | P
Private Clubs, Lodges and Fraternal Organizations | 2 P | 2,4 P | 2,4 P | 2,4 P
Privately Operated, Outdoor Recreation Facilities over 40,000 square feet in size(4) | P | P | P | P
Pushcarts on Private Property | P | P | P | P
Recycling Facilities:
Large Collection Facility | P | P | P | P
Small Collection Facility | P | P | P | P
Large Construction & Demolition Debris Recycling Facility | P | P | P | P
Small Construction & Demolition Debris Recycling Facility | P | P | P | P
Drop-off Facility | P | P | P | P
Green Materials Composting Facility | P | P | P | P
Mixed Organic Composting Facility | P | P | P | P
Large Processing Facility Accepting at Least 98% of Total Annual Weight of Recyclables from Commercial & Industrial | P | P | P | P
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Traffic
Large Processing Facility Accepting All Types of Traffic | P | P | P | P
Small Processing Facility Accepting at Least 98% of Total Annual Weight of Recyclables From Commercial & Industrial Traffic | P | P | P | P
Small Processing Facility Accepting All Types of Traffic | P | P | P | P
Reverse Vending Machines | P | P | P | P
Tire Processing Facility | P | P | P | P
Sidewalk Cafes | P | P | P | P
Sports Arenas & Stadiums | P | P | P | -
Theaters that are Outdoor or Over 5,000 Square Feet in Size | P | 2 P | 2 P | 2 P
Urgent Care Facilities | 2 P | - | - | -
Veterinary Clinics & Animal Hospitals | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Zoological Parks | P | P | P | P
Offices
Business & Professional | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Government | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Medical, Dental, & Health Practitioner | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Regional & Corporate Headquarters | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Separately Regulated Office Uses
Real Estate Sales Offices & Model Homes | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Sex Offender Treatment & Counseling | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Vehicle & Vehicular Equipment Sales & Service
Commercial Vehicle Repair & Maintenance | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Commercial Vehicle Sales & Rentals | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Personal Vehicle Repair & Maintenance | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Personal Vehicle Sales & Rentals | P | P | 1 P | P1
Vehicle Equipment & Supplies Sales & Rentals | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Separately Regulated Vehicle & Vehicular Equipment Sales & Service Uses
Automobile Service Stations | P | P | 1 P | 1 P
Hydrogen Vehicle Fueling Stations | P | P | P1 | P1
Outdoor Storage & Display of New, Unregistered Motor Vehicles as a Primary Use | P | P | P | P
Distribution and Storage
Equipment & Materials Storage Yards | P | P | P | P
Moving & Storage Facilities | P | P | P | P
Distribution Facilities | P | P | P | P
Separately Regulated Distribution and Storage Uses
Impound Storage Yards | P | P | P | P
Junk Yards | P | P | P | P
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Temporary Construction Storage Yards Located Off-site | P | P | P | P
Industrial
Heavy Manufacturing | P | P | P | P
Light Manufacturing | P | P | P | P
Marine Industry | P | P | P | P
Research & Development | P | P | P | P
Testing Labs | P | P | P | P
Trucking & Transportation Terminals | P | P | P | P
Separately Regulated Industrial Uses
Artisan Food and Beverage Producer | P | P | P | P
Cannabis Production Facilities | P | P | P | P
Hazardous Waste Research Facility | P | P | P | P
Hazardous Waste Treatment Facility | P | P | P | P
Marine Related Uses Within the Coastal Overlay Zone | P | P | P | P
Mining and Extractive Industries | P | P | P | P
Newspaper Publishing Plants | P | P | P | P
Processing & Packaging of Plant Products & Animal By-products Grown Off-premises | P | P | P | P
Very Heavy Industrial Uses | P | P | P | P
Wrecking & Dismantling of Motor Vehicles | P | P | P | P
Signs
Allowable Signs | P | P | P | P
Separately Regulated Signs Uses
Use Categories/ Subcategories [See Section 131.0112 for an explanation and descriptions of the Use Categories, Subcategories, and Separately Regulated Uses] | Aircraft Noise Exposure (dB CNEL)
60-65 | 65-70 | 70-75 | 75-80
Community Entry Signs | P | P | P | P
Comprehensive Sign Program | P | P | P | P
Neighborhood Identification Signs | P | P | P | P
Revolving Projecting Signs | P | P | P | P
Signs with Automatic Changing Copy | P | P | P | P
Theater Marquees | P | P | P | P
Footnotes to Table 132-15E
1 Interior spaces exposed to exterior aircraft noise sources shall be attenuated to achieve an indoor noise level of 50 dB CNEL.
2 Interior spaces exposed to exterior aircraft noise sources shall be attenuated to achieve an indoor noise level of 45 dB CNEL.
3 Sleeping rooms must be attenuated to 45 dB CNEL and any other indoor areas must be attenuated to 50 dB CNEL.
4 Avigation easements must be dedicated to the Airport owner/operator.
5 Residential development is permitted above the 70 dB CNEL noise exposure range only if the land use plan designation in place allowed for residential use in May 2014.
6 Instructional studios for the assembly of children (age 0-18 years) are not allowed.
7 Facilities that primarily serve adults require recordation of an avigation easement in accordance with Section 132.1530. Minor-oriented facilities are not permitted.
8 Minor-oriented facilities are not permitted.
(“Noise Compatibility” added 10-25-2011 by O-20047 N.S.; effective 1-1-2012.) (Amended 9-15-2017 by O-20857 N.S.; effective 10-15-2017.) (Amended 10-17-2017 by O-20859 N.S.; effective 11-16-2017.) (Amended 1-8-2020 by O-21163 N.S.; effective 2-9-2020.) (Amended 8-12-2020 by O-21223 N.S.; effective 10-8-2020.) (Amended 4-14-2021 by O-21305 N.S.; effective 5-29-2021.) (Amended 12-17-2021 by O-21380 N.S.; effective 1-16-2022.) (Amended 5-23-2022 by O-21458 N.S.; effective 6-22-2022.) (Amended 7-22-2024 by O-21836 N.S.; effective 10-5-2024.) (Amended 6-15-2026 by O-22109 N.S.; effective 7-15-2026.)
[Editors Note: Amendments as adopted by O-22109 N.S. will not apply within the Coastal Overlay Zone until the California Coastal Commission certifies it as a Local Coastal Program Amendment. Click the link to view the Strikeout Ordinance highlighting changes to prior language http://docs.sandiego.gov/municode_strikeout_ord/O-22109-SO.pdf ]
Source: City of San Diego Office of the City Clerk, San Diego Municipal Code and City Charter (docs.sandiego.gov PDFs)URL: https://docs.sandiego.gov/municode/MuniCodeChapter13/Ch13Art02Division15.pdf#page=5Fetched: 10/28/2026