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City of San Mateo Municipal Code.

27.18.020 PERMITTED USES.

The following uses are permitted:

(a) One-family detached dwellings, including manufactured homes on permanent foundations subject to provisions of Chapter 27.17;

(b) Accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units subject to the provisions of Chapter 27.19;

(c) Accessory uses and structures;

(d) Detached accessory structures containing no more than two (2) plumbing fixtures or waste lines;

(e) Home occupations, subject to provisions of Section 27.16.040;

(f) Community care facilities licensed by the State of California for the following:

(1) Six (6) or fewer occupants, in addition to the caregiver's family, and

(2) Family day care for fourteen (14) or fewer occupants, in addition to the caregiver's family, when managed in the caregiver's residence and in accordance with State law; and

(g) Temporary buildings for construction purposes for a period not to exceed the duration of such construction.