The Duarte Development Code (DDC) provides standards, regulations, and guidelines on a series of land use related topics. Some of the more frequently used DDC chapters address zoning districts, setbacks, lot coverage, allowable/conditional uses, parking, signs, landscaping, fences, architectural and design guidelines, and hillside standards. You are welcome to browse through the DDC yourself or contact the Planning Division to guide you in your search or to answer questions about Duarte's regulations. Here are some useful resources related to the Development Code and Zoning:

Duarte Development Code

Zoning Map

Duarte Municipal Code addresses a range of other, primarily non-land use related, regulations (e.g. animals, business licenses, health, taxation, etc.)

Temporary Sign and Banner Permit: A business may use banners, pennants, flags, streamers and balloons for advertising a grand opening, a future grand opening, special products, sales, or events. Please contact the Planning Division to obtain the various advertising opportunities and permit requirements for temporary signage. A Temporary Sign Permit must be submitted and approved by the Community Development Department prior to the installation of your signage.

Temporary Use Permit: A Temporary Use Permit is used for allowing temporary uses on private property subject to conditions of approval. Please contact the Planning Division to discuss submittal requirements for your proposal.

Special Event Permit: A Special Event Permit is used for allowing temporary uses in the public right-of-way as well as City and/or private property subject to conditions of approval. Please contact the Planning Division to discuss submittal requirements for your proposal. 

Find these items and supplementary information under Forms and Documents.