Hermosa Beach City Zoning Code

The purpose of a Zoning Clearance is to ensure that a proposed use, structure, or matter requiring ministerial review complies with the standards, limitations, and other applicable regulations of the Title.

(Ord. # 26-1500 §5 (Exh. E), adopted 06/23/2026, effective 07/23/2026)

Effective on: 7/23/2026

A Zoning Clearance is required for any proposed construction or the establishment of a use requiring a ministerial review as specified in this Title.

(Ord. # 26-1500 §5 (Exh. E), adopted 06/23/2026, effective 07/23/2026)

Effective on: 7/23/2026

The Community Development Department may grant a Zoning Clearance when required by this Title.

(Ord. # 26-1500 §5 (Exh. E), adopted 06/23/2026, effective 07/23/2026)

Effective on: 7/23/2026

1. A.
   Application. Applications for Zoning Clearance shall be filed with the Community Development Department on application forms prescribed by the Director. Zoning clearance applications for proposed uses or structures may be processed independent of or concurrently with other applications as determined by the Community Development Director.
2. B.
   Processing. Applications for Zoning Clearances shall be processed in a timely manner with a decision rendered no more than 15-days from receipt of a complete application.

   1. 1.
      Notwithstanding above, permits for accessory dwelling units and/or junior accessory dwelling units shall be decided within 60-day days of receipt of a complete application and subject to the provisions outlined in Chapter 17.21.
3. C.
   Report of Decision and Findings. Action by the Director shall be made pursuant to Section 17.03.070 (Findings and Notice of Action).

(Ord. # 26-1500 §5 (Exh. E), adopted 06/23/2026, effective 07/23/2026) 

Effective on: 7/23/2026

1. A.
   Appeals. Ministerial or non-discretionary Zoning Clearances are not eligible for appeal, except where required by State law and in such case shall be processed pursuant to Section 17.03.120 (Appeals and Calls for Review).
2. B.
   Expiration and Extension. An approved Zoning Clearance may expire or be extended pursuant to Section 17.03.090 (Effective Dates: Expiration and Extension).
3. C.
   Revocation and Expiration. Revocation and Expiration of any Zoning Clearance shall be processed pursuant to Section 17.03.110 (Revocation of Permits).

(Ord. # 26-1500 §5 (Exh. E), adopted 06/23/2026, effective 07/23/2026) 

Effective on: 7/23/2026