Long Beach City Zoning Code

The intent of the S1 Shoreline Single-Family Residential District is to provide for a low density, residential neighborhood in keeping with the historical beach village character and to provide for such community services and facilities to serve the area's population while subject to restrictions to protect, preserve and enhance the values of shoreline property. The S1 Shoreline Single-Family Residential District partially implements the single-family residential land use designation in the Long Beach comprehensive plan, and the rural residential environment of the shoreline master program. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

   A.   Principal uses:

Adult family home, six (6) or fewer beds.

Single-family dwellings.

   B.   Accessory uses and structures:

Family daycare home, six (6) or fewer children.

Home occupations.

Private accessory living quarters attached to a principal structure or in a detached accessory building for the sole use of the occupant or temporary guests.

Private garages and private recreational vehicle storage buildings.

Private (noncommercial) greenhouses, woodsheds, and toolsheds.

Private swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas, and tennis courts.

Small wind generation facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-22 of this title.

Solar energy facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-21 of this title. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

Bed and breakfast, not more than fifteen (15) guestrooms.

Churches.

Cooperative (State registered).

Daycare center, seven (7) or more children.

Governmental or Municipal structures, uses or facilities.

Parks, recreational areas and facilities.

Schools. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

   A.   Lots:

      1.   Lot Size: The minimum lot size is ten thousand (10,000) square feet. Construction on lots platted prior to the effective date hereof, with less than ten thousand (10,000) square feet, will be permitted where total lot coverage does not exceed sixty percent (60%) and where all setback requirements can be met.

      2.   Lot Coverage: No more than sixty percent (60%) of any lot shall be covered by structures and/or impermeable surfaces.

      3.   Setback Requirements:

         a.   Front yard: Ten feet (10') minimum.

         b.   Side yard: Five feet (5') minimum.

         c.   Rear yard: Ten feet (10') minimum.

         d.   Corner lots: Shall have a ten foot (10') minimum setback on each street side and a five foot (5') minimum setback at other property lines.

   B.   Building Height: The maximum height of a structure shall be thirty five feet (35'), except the maximum height of an accessory building with a gross floor area of less than two hundred (200) square feet shall be fifteen feet (15').

   C.   Signs: As provided in chapter 14, including article A, of this title.

   D.   Parking: As provided in chapter 12 of this title.

   E.   Design Review: All new construction, additions and exterior alterations in this district are subject to design review, as provided in chapter 10 of this title.

   F.   Landscaping: As provided in chapter 13 of this title.

   G.   Accessory Building Size: The total square footage of all accessory buildings shall not exceed eight hundred (800) square feet or ten percent (10%) of the total lot area, whichever is greater but in no case more than one thousand two hundred (1,200) square feet.

   H.   Dwelling Unit Minimum Size: Each dwelling unit must be at least one thousand two hundred (1,200) square feet. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

The intent of S2 Shoreline Multi-Family Residential District is to provide for a medium density, residential neighborhood character and to provide for community services and facilities that will serve the area's population. Development is subject to restrictions to protect, preserve, enhance, and contribute to both the values of significant environmental features and the historical beach village character. The S2 Shoreline Multi-Family Residential District partially implements the MDR medium density residential land use designation of the Long Beach comprehensive plan and the rural residential environment of the shoreline master program. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

   A.   Principal uses:

Adult family home, six (6) or fewer beds.

Multi-family dwellings, four (4) or fewer units.

Single-family dwellings.

Two-family dwellings.

   B.   Accessory uses and structures:

Family daycare home, six (6) or fewer children.

Home occupations.

Private accessory living quarters attached to a principal or in a detached accessory building for the sole use of the occupant or temporary guests.

Private garages and private recreational vehicle storage buildings.

Private (noncommercial) greenhouses, woodsheds, and toolsheds.

Private swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas, and tennis courts.

Small wind generation facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-22 of this title.

Solar energy facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-21 of this title. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

Bed and breakfast, not more than fifteen (15) guestrooms.

Churches.

Daycare center, seven (7) or more children.

Governmental or Municipal structures, uses or facilities.

Group dwellings.

Multi-family dwellings, five (5) or more units total on a single lot.

Nursing homes and convalescent centers, seven (7) or more beds.

Parks, recreational areas or facilities.

   A.   Lots:

      1.   Lot Size:

         a.   The minimum lot size for a single-family dwelling unit shall be ten thousand (10,000) square feet.

         b.   The minimum lot size for multi-family dwelling units shall be ten thousand (10,000) square feet for the first dwelling unit, plus two thousand (2,000) square feet for each additional dwelling unit. Where multiple principal buildings are constructed on a property, there shall be ten thousand (10,000) square feet of lot area for the first of each subsequent four (4) units, or fraction thereof.

         c.   Construction of detached, single-family homes on lots platted prior to the effective date hereof, with less than ten thousand (10,000) square feet, will be permitted where total lot coverage does not exceed sixty percent (60%) and where all setback requirements can be met.

      2.   Lot Coverage: No more than seventy five percent (75%) of any lot shall be covered by structures and/or impermeable surfaces.

      3.   Setback Requirements:

         a.   Front yard: Ten feet (10') minimum.

         b.   Side yard: Five feet (5') minimum.

         c.   Rear yard: Ten feet (10') minimum.

         d.   Corner lots: Shall have a ten foot (10') minimum setback on each street side, and a five foot (5') minimum setback at other property lines.

   B.   Building Height: The maximum height of a structure shall be thirty five feet (35'), except the maximum height of an accessory building with a gross floor area of less than two hundred (200) square feet shall be fifteen feet (15').

   C.   Signs: As provided in chapter 14, including article A, of this title.

   D.   Parking: As provided in chapter 12 of this title.

   E.   Design Review: All new construction, additions and exterior alterations shall be subject to design review as provided in chapter 10 of this title.

   F.   Landscaping: As provided in chapter 13 of this title.

   G.   Living Space: The minimum living space per multi-family residence is seven hundred twenty (720) square feet.

   H.   Density: The maximum number of dwelling units allowed per building is four (4). More than one (1) two-family and/or multi-family structure may be placed on a lot. Multiple single-family residences are only permitted as group dwellings.

   I.   Dwelling Unit Minimum Size: Single-family dwelling must be at least one thousand two hundred (1,200) square feet. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

The intent of the S3 shoreline resort district is to provide for tourist oriented commercial development, providing lodging and tourist serving businesses. The design character of the area is that of coastal resort, drawing on the natural setting of the dunes while protecting, preserving and enhancing significant environmental features. The S3 shoreline resort district partially implements the RES resort land use designation of the Long Beach comprehensive plan and the urban resort environment of the shoreline master program. (Ord. 849, 8-17-2009)

   A.   Principal uses:

Amusements conducted indoors.

Arts and crafts galleries.

Eating and/or drinking establishments, excluding drive- through facilities.

Itinerant lodging, i.e., hotels and motels, twenty five (25) or fewer lodging units.

Mixed use: Any combination of the permitted uses listed herein.

Personal services, including, but not limited to, barbershops, tailoring, laundry and dry cleaning, or other service establishments.

Restaurants, excluding drive-through facilities.

Retail trade establishments such as food stores, drugstores, gift shops, garden stores, variety stores, and appliance stores.

Special occasions and festivals may be allowed upon approval by the city council.

Theater, but not including drive-ins.

Vacation rentals.

   B.   Accessory uses and structures:

Laundry, maintenance shop, storage and other support functions associated with the principal use.

Outdoor merchandising, vending and dining, two hundred (200) square feet or less, when such use is associated with a business operating out of an adjacent building.

Parking and loading areas associated with the principal use of the property.

Small wind generation facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-22 of this title.

Solar energy facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-21 of this title.

Swimming pools, hot tubs, tennis courts and similar facilities for the use of guests. (Ord. 849, 8-17-2009; amd. Ord. 891, 4-13-2013; Ord. 1008, 11-21-2022)

Amusements.

Governmental or municipal buildings, uses, or facilities.

Itinerant lodging, i.e., hotels and motels, twenty six (26) or more lodging units.

Museums and interpretive facilities.

Outdoor merchandising, vending, and dining greater than two hundred (200) square feet may be allowed if such activity is associated with a business operating out of an adjacent building. No businesses shall operate solely in an open air environment.

Parks, recreation areas and facilities.

Performing arts center.

Public parking lots.

Resort/conference complexes. (Ord. 891, 4-13-2013)

   A.   Lots:

      1.   Lot Size: The minimum lot size is ten thousand (10,000) square feet. Construction on lots platted prior to the effective date hereof, with less than ten thousand (10,000) square feet, may be permitted where approved by the city council, upon the recommendation of the planning commission.

      2.   Lot Coverage: No more than seventy five percent (75%) of any lot shall be covered by structures and/or impermeable surfaces.

      3.   Setback Requirements: None, except as may be required through design review.

   B.   Building Height: The maximum height of a building shall be sixty feet (60').

   C.   Signs: As provided in chapter 14, including article A, of this title.

   D.   Parking: As provided in chapter 12 of this title.

   E.   Design Review: All new construction, additions and exterior alterations shall be subject to design review as provided in chapter 10 of this title.

   F.   Landscaping: As provided in chapter 13 of this title. (Ord. 849, 8-17-2009)

The intent of the S3R shoreline resort restricted district is to provide for tourist lodging oriented commercial development. Development may also include limited tourist oriented commercial establishments and resort amenities. The design character of the area is that of a coastal resort, drawing on the natural setting of the dunes while protecting, preserving and enhancing significant environmental features. The S3R shoreline resort restricted district partially implements the RES resort land use designation of the Long Beach comprehensive plan and the rural resort environment of the shoreline master program. (Ord. 849, 8-17-2009)

   A.   Principal uses:

Itinerant lodging, i.e., hotels and motels, twenty five (25) or fewer lodging units.

Vacation rentals. (Ord. 849, 8-17-2009)

   B.   Accessory uses and structures:

Clubhouses.

Eating and/or drinking establishments, excluding drive- through facilities, complementary to the principal use.

Laundry, maintenance shop, storage and other support functions associated with the principal use.

Outdoor merchandising, vending and dining, two hundred (200) square feet or less, when such use is associated with a business operating out of an adjacent building.

Parking and loading areas associated with the principal use of the property.

Personal services, such as beauty salons and day spas, complementary to the principal use.

Restaurants, excluding drive-through facilities, complementary to the principal use.

Small retail shops complementary to the principal use.

Small wind generation facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-22 of this title.

Solar energy facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-21 of this title.

Swimming pools, hot tubs, tennis courts and similar facilities for the use of guests. (Ord. 849, 8-17-2009; amd. Ord. 891, 4-13-2013)

Governmental or municipal structures, uses or facilities.

Itinerant lodging, i.e., hotels and motels, twenty six (26) or more lodging units.

Museums and interpretive facilities.

Outdoor merchandising, vending, and dining greater than two hundred (200) square feet may be allowed if such activity is associated with a business operating out of an adjacent building. No businesses shall operate solely in an open air environment.

Parks, recreational areas and facilities.

Resort/conference complexes. (Ord. 849, 8-17-2009)

   A.   Lots:

      1.   Lot Size: The minimum lot size is ten thousand (10,000) square feet. Construction on lots platted prior to the effective date hereof, with less than ten thousand (10,000) square feet, may be permitted where approved by the city council, upon the recommendation of the planning commission.

      2.   Lot Coverage: No more than seventy five percent (75%) of any lot shall be covered by structures and/or impermeable surfaces.

      3.   Setbacks: None, except as may be required through design review.

   B.   Building Height: The maximum height of a building shall be fifty five feet (55').

   C.   Signs: As provided in chapter 14, including article A, of this title.

   D.   Parking: As provided in chapter 12 of this title.

   E.   Design Review: All new construction, additions and exterior alterations shall be subject to design review as provided in chapter 10 of this title.

   F.   Landscaping: As provided in chapter 13 of this title. (Ord. 849, 8-17-2009)

The intent of the S3M Shoreline Resort Mixed Use Zone District is to provide a mixed use area for resort development that includes both short term lodging as well as residences at a more intensive density. Development may also include limited tourist oriented commercial establishments and resort amenities. The design character of the area is that of a coastal resort, drawing on the natural setting of the dunes while protecting, preserving and enhancing significant environmental features. The S3M District is primarily intended for properties in the north urban growth area that may be annexed into the City in the future. The S3M Shoreline Resort Mixed Use District partially implements the RES resort and rural resort land use designations of the Long Beach comprehensive plan and the rural resort environment of the shoreline master program. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

   A.   Principal uses:

Itinerant lodging, twenty five (25) or fewer lodging units.

Multi-family dwellings, including condominiums, twenty five (25) or fewer dwelling units.

Vacation rentals.

   B.   Accessory uses and structures:

Clubhouses.

Eating and/or drinking establishments, excluding drive- through facilities, complementary to the principal use.

Laundry, maintenance shop, storage and other support functions associated with the principal use.

Outdoor merchandising, vending and dining, two hundred (200) square feet or less, when such use is associated with a business operating out of an adjacent building.

Parking and loading areas associated with the principal use of the property.

Personal services, such as beauty salons and day spas, complementary to the principal use.

Property management offices.

Restaurants, excluding drive-through facilities, complementary to the principal use.

Small retail shops complementary to the principal use.

Small wind generation facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-22 of this title.

Solar energy facilities, subject to the provisions of section 12-11-21 of this title.

Swimming pools, hot tubs, tennis courts and similar facilities for the use of guests and residents. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

Governmental or Municipal structures, uses or facilities.

Itinerant lodging, twenty six (26) or more lodging units.

Multi-family dwellings, including condominiums, twenty six (26) or more dwelling units.

Museums and interpretive facilities.

Outdoor merchandising, vending, and dining greater than two hundred (200) square feet may be allowed if such activity is associated with a business operating out of an adjacent building. No businesses shall operate solely in an open air environment.

Parks, recreational areas and facilities.

Resort/conference complexes. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)

   A.   Lots:

      1.   Lot Size: The minimum lot size is ten thousand (10,000) square feet. Construction on lots platted prior to the effective date hereof, with less than ten thousand (10,000) square feet, may be permitted where approved by the City Council, upon the recommendation of the Planning Commission.

      2.   Lot Coverage: No more than seventy five percent (75%) of any lot shall be covered by structures and/or impermeable surfaces.

      3.   Setbacks: None, except as may be required through design review.

   B.   Building Height: The maximum height of a building shall be forty five feet (45'), with fifty five feet (55') allowable if parking is placed on the ground floor.

   C.   Signs: As provided in chapter 14, including article A, of this title.

   D.   Parking: As provided in chapter 12 of this title.

   E.   Design Review: All new construction, additions and exterior alterations shall be subject to design review as provided in chapter 10 of this title.

   F.   Landscaping: As provided in chapter 13 of this title.

   G.   Dwelling Unit Minimum Size: The sum of the dwelling units must be at least one thousand two hundred (1,200) square feet, but each individual unit cannot be less than four hundred ten (410) square feet. (Ord. 959, 10-15-2018)