Conditional Use Permit Requirements in the NC Neighborhood Commercial District
Jurisdiction: Concord•Code Version: February 10, 2026
In the Concord Neighborhood Commercial (NC) district, land uses designated with a "UP" require the approval of a Use Permit, which entails review and decision by the planning commission. Additionally, uses designated as "MP" require a Minor Use Permit, which entails review and decision by the zoning administrator.
Use Permit Requirements for NC District
The following land uses and activities are identified as requiring a Use Permit (UP) or Minor Use Permit (MP) within the Concord Neighborhood Commercial (NC) zoning district, based on the Table 18.40.020 – Office and Commercial Districts – Allowed uses and permit requirements.
Residential and Specialized Uses
| Land Use Classification | Permit Required |
|---|---|
| Bed and Breakfast Inn | UP |
| Single-Family, Detached – Small Lot Subdivision | UP |
| Group Housing | UP |
| Mobile Home Park | UP |
| Residential Facility for Seniors, Assisted Living | UP |
| Transitional Housing, Multifamily | UP |
| Elementary, Middle, Secondary Schools | UP |
| Religious Facility | UP |
| Social Services Facility | UP |
Commercial and Service Uses
| Land Use Classification | Permit Required |
|---|---|
| Boarding, Kennel | UP |
| Hospital, Veterinary Clinic | MP |
| Dealership, New | UP |
| Rental | MP |
| Car Wash, Attended | UP |
| Minor Repair | UP |
| Bank with Drive-Through Service | UP |
| Bar, Night Club, Lounge | UP |
| Food Vendor Group Site | MP |
| Micro-Brewery/Distillery | MP |
| Restaurant, with Drive-Through | UP |
| Restaurant, with Live Entertainment | UP |
| Convenience Store, with Alcohol Sales | UP |
| Liquor Store | UP |
| Hotel, Motel | UP |
| Nursery, Preschool, Childcare | MP |
| Personal Services (Restricted) | MP |
| Repair Service, Appliance and Small Equipment | UP |
| Retail Sales (Restricted) | MP |
| Retail Sales with Drive-Through | UP |
Public, Industrial, and Miscellaneous Uses
| Land Use Classification | Permit Required |
|---|---|
| Government Office | MP |
| Cultural Institution | MP |
| Small Collection Facility | AP |
| Large Collection Facility | UP |
| Processing Facility | UP |
| Wireless Communications Facility | AP, MP |
| Community Gardens | AP |
| Mining and Quarrying | UP |
Additional Requirements and Notes
- General Requirements: All land uses in the NC district must comply with the general development standards established in Division IV and any specific standards for uses in Division V of the Concord Development Code.
- Review Authority: A "UP" designation indicates that the planning commission is the review authority for the Use Permit [Section 18.25.030(B)]. An "MP" designation indicates that the zoning administrator is the review authority for the Minor Use Permit [Section 18.25.030(B)].
- Similar Uses: The planning division may determine that a proposed use not explicitly listed is allowable as a "similar and compatible use" if it meets specific findings [Section 18.25.030(A)(3)].
Sections Cited
- Section 18.25.030: Allowable land uses and permit requirements
- Section 18.40.020: Table 18.40.020 – Office and commercial districts – Allowed uses and permit requirements