Maps
The City of San Mateo has published the following PDF maps. The following maps are available for purchase at City Hall (at rate of $5.00 per map) or you may also download and print the maps.
You may print detailed sections of the maps if you zoom in to a section at 100% scale.
Due to the map file size, you will need to have access to a large-scale (33 inch or greater) color plotter in order to print the map at its full size.
Should you have any questions about printing the maps, please call the Planning Division via email at planning@cityofsanmateo.org or call us at (650) 522-7216.
DISCLAIMER: The following maps are provided for planning and reference purposes only. Accuracy of boundary information contained is not guaranteed. The official records should be consulted for exact information.
PRINTING TIPS:
To print a detailed section of the PDF map:
You may print detailed sections of the maps if you zoom in to a section at 100% scale.
- Click on the "File" drop down menu and choose "Print".
- Select the correct printer, and under “Print Range” select “Current view”.
- Click "OK"
To print the full-size PDF map:
Due to the map file size, you will need to have access to a large-scale (33 inch or greater) color plotter in order to print the map at its full size.
Should you have any questions about printing the maps, please call the Planning Division via email at planning@cityofsanmateo.org or call us at (650) 522-7216.
DISCLAIMER: The following maps are provided for planning and reference purposes only. Accuracy of boundary information contained is not guaranteed. The official records should be consulted for exact information.
Zoning Map
This map identifies the zoning districts in the City of San Mateo.
Source: City of San Mateo Planning Division
Page Size: 36 in. by 34 in.
File Size: 3.3 MB
Date: October 2022
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Land Use Plan (General Plan Figure LU-3)
This map identifies the land use categories in the City of San Mateo.
Source: City of San Mateo Planning Division
Page Size: 36 in. by 34 in.
File Size: 2.8 MB
Date: September 2018
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Building Height Plan (General Plan Figure LU-4)
This map identifies the maximum permitted building heights in the City of San Mateo.
Source: City of San Mateo Planning Division
Page Size: 36 in. by 34 in.
File Size: 3.2 MB
Date: September 2018
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Building Intensity Plan (General Plan Figure LU-5)
This map identifies the permitted floor area ratio (FAR) in the City of San Mateo.
Source: City of San Mateo Planning Division
Page Size: 36 in. by 34 in.
File Size: 2.4 MB
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Accessory Dwelling Units/Junior Accessory Dwelling Units Half Mile Radius of Public Transit Stops
This map identifies properties located within 1/2 miles of a transit stop in relation to San Mateo Municipal Code Section 27.19 Accessory Dwelling Unit and Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit Code.
Source: City of San Mateo Planning Division
Page Size: 36 in. by 34 in.
File Size: 3 MB
Date: September 2021
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(NOTE: This map has not been updated or verified since 2021 and is not available in GIS or other similar format. It is only available as a printed map or as a downloadable PDF.)
Historic Resources Map
This map identifies historic resources in the City of San Mateo.
Source: City of San Mateo Planning Division
Page Size: 36 in. by 34 in.
File Size: 4.45 MB
Date: April 2022
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Neighborhood Associations & Homeowners Associations
This map identifies the majority of the Neighborhood and Homeowners Associations in the City.
Source: City of San Mateo Planning Division
Page Size: 25.75 in. by 32.25 in.
File Size: 1.7 MB
Date: June 2010
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(NOTE: This map has not been updated or verified since 2010 and is not available in GIS or other similar format. It is only available as a printed map or as a downloadable PDF.)
City of San Mateo Base Map
This map is a base map of the City. It includes street names, assessor parcel outlines, public facilities, points of interest, schools, and parks.
Source: City of San Mateo Information Technology Dept.
Page Size: 34 in. by 44 in.
File Size: 4.1 MB
Date: April 2005
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(NOTE: This map has not been updated or verified since 2005 and is not available in GIS or other similar format. It is only available as a printed map or as a downloadable PDF.)
GIS Shapefiles:
The Zoning, Land Use, Building Height and Building Intensity maps may be available in GIS format. If you are interested, please fill out a Geographic Information Data Request Form (PDF). Please send your inquiry and completed form to Linda Ly at LLy@cityofsanmateo.org.
The Zoning, Land Use, Building Height and Building Intensity maps may be available in GIS format. If you are interested, please fill out a Geographic Information Data Request Form (PDF). Please send your inquiry and completed form to Linda Ly at LLy@cityofsanmateo.org.