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Council finds winery use permitted in industrial zones by similarity
Summary
The council adopted a resolution (Reso 028-2025) determining that a winery is a permitted use in Santee’s industrial districts on the basis of similarity to uses already listed, approved 5-0.
Santee City Council adopted Reso 028-2025 on March 12, 2025, determining that a winery is a permitted use in the city's industrial districts based on similarity to uses specifically listed in the zoning code. Planning and Building Director Sandi Sawa presented the resolution and City Attorney Shawn Hagerty provided legal guidance during council questions. Vice Mayor Rob McNelis moved to approve the staff recommendation; Councilmember Dustin Trotter seconded and the motion passed unanimously (5-0).
The resolution allows wineries to operate in industrial zones where their activities are similar to existing permitted uses; the staff report and resolution in the agenda packet provide the legal basis and findings for the determination.
