Tiered Winery Rural Residential Expansion – Planning Commission Hearing

Dear Interested Community Members,

On October 16, 2026, the County of San Diego’s Planning Commission will consider proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance associated with the Tiered Winery – Rural Residential (RR) Expansion. These amendments expand eligibility for Wholesale Limited, Boutique, and Small Winery tiers within RR zones, expand allowable tasting and retail sales areas, and revise standards for outdoor amplified music at Boutique Wineries. The amendments also incorporate clarifications and operational refinements that support small agricultural operators and strengthen compatibility with rural communities.

This update to the Tiered Winery Zoning Ordinance (Section 6910) was in response to direction from the Board of Supervisors on February 28, 2024 with additional direction given on February 11, 2026.

Planning Commission Hearing Information

Date: October 16, 2026

Time: 9 a.m.

Location: County Operations Center Hearing Room, 5520 Overland Avenue, San Diego, CA 92123

Planning Commission Report

The full Planning Commission report will be published on the Planning Commission website prior to the hearing date. Scroll to the bottom of the page under “10/16/2026 - Supporting Documents” for links to the hearing documents.

The Planning Commission will be asked to make a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors for their consideration at an adoption hearing. The Board hearing is tentatively scheduled for December 9, 2026. Additional notification will be sent when the Board hearing date is confirmed.

For more information on the Project, visit the Engage page: https://engage.sandiegocounty.gov/tiered-winery-rural-expansion

Public Participation

Those wishing to participate in the meeting and/or comment should visit the Planning Commission website. If you have any questions, please contact the Planning Commission Secretary at PDS.PlanningCommission@sdcounty.ca.gov.

Assistance for Persons with Disabilities or Requesting Interpretation

Agendas and records are available in alternative formats upon request. Contact the Planning and Development Services office at (858) 694-3003 with questions or to request a disability-related accommodation. Individuals requiring sign language interpreters should contact the Countywide ADA Title II Coordinator at (619) 531-4908. To the extent reasonably possible, requests for accommodation or assistance should be submitted at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting so that arrangements may be made. An area in the front of the room can be designated for individuals requiring the use of a wheelchair or other accessible devices. Please visit the Planning Commission website for more details.

Staff Contact

For more information regarding the project, please reach out to the following contact:

· Ashley Rivero

· (858) 505-6677 (Long Range Planning phone line)

· Ashley.Rivero@sdcounty.ca.gov

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If you have any questions, please contact Ashley Rivero at (619) 629-4438 or PDS.LongRangePlanning@sdcounty.ca.gov.

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