Any building or structure erected or expanded shall be required to provide off-street parking facilities in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.

(`83 Code, § 17.24.010) (Ord. 94-03 § 6, 1994)

   (A)   Single-family residences. Where automobile parking spaces on the lot of a single-family residence do not meet the requirements imposed by this code, no structure may be enlarged in excess of 500 square feet or to a total dwelling size of 1,250 square feet, whichever is greater, unless additional parking spaces are provided in compliance with this title. The maximum increase in floor area shall be based on construction undertaken in any given 12-month period. Notwithstanding, no addition to a structure will be permitted if it is the only location on a lot where a garage may be located. A “future garage” location must be indicated on the submitted site plan that conforms to the standards set forth in this title.

   (B)   All uses other than single-family residential. Where parking on a lot does not meet the requirements for parking associated with the use located on said lot as required by this code on the effective date of this title, no structure thereon may be altered, enlarged or converted and no such use may be expanded unless automobile parking spaces are provided to meet the requirements imposed by this title for such alteration, conversion, enlargement or expansion.

   (C)   Where calculation of the number of spaces required results in a fractional number, the next higher whole number shall be used.

(`83 Code, § 17.24.020) (Ord. 94-03 § 6, 1994; Ord. 99-03 § 3, 1999)

 

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   Every required parking area and garage for residential uses shall be designed and maintained in accordance with the following requirements:

   (A)   Each enclosed garage shall not have an internal dimension of less than 18 feet in width and 20 feet in depth with no physical obstructions and shall be independently accessible with a minimum of 25 feet of unobstructed space provided for the maneuvering vehicle. The minimum required garage door width shall be 16 feet for a two-car garage and eight feet wide for a one-car garage.

   (B)   For residential purposes, each open parking space shall be not less than nine feet in width and 20 feet in depth, and shall be independently accessible with a minimum of 25 feet of unobstructed space provided for the maneuvering of vehicles.

   (C)   Every parking stall adjoined on one or both sides of its length by a curb, fence, wall, partition, column, post or similar obstruction, that is located less than four feet from an access aisle measured along the length of the stall or continues to form the end of an access aisle, shall add a minimum of two feet to the width of the end stall.

   (D)   Carports or unenclosed spaces shall be screened from all property lines, except those abutting an alley by a combination of landscaping and a minimum five-foot high permanent decorative barrier. Carports are allowed only after required parking is already provided or when specifically permitted per this chapter.

   (E)   Striping and car stops or bumpers shall be as required in this chapter.

   (F)   Pavement of driveways and parking spaces shall comply with the following standards:

      (1)   Single-family residential driveways and parking spaces shall be paved with concrete or an approved alternative.

      (2)   Multiple-family residential driveways and parking spaces shall be paved with portland cement concrete at a minimum thickness of three and a half inches, or an approved alternative.

      (3)   Asphalt driveways and parking spaces are prohibited.

      (4)   Paved parking spaces shall not be permitted in the front yard or a street facing side yard.

   (G)   Required parking for all residential uses shall be considered an inseparable part of a residential unit or development, and required parking shall not be rented or sold.

   (H)   Turning radii may be reduced by one foot for each additional foot that is added to the width of the garage space, provided that:

      (1)   The garage door width is widened by an equal amount; and

      (2)   The depth of each parking space is expanded by six inches for each foot of reduced turning radius.

   (I)   Tandem parking shall not be permitted to meet required parking for residential uses.

(`83 Code, § 17.24.050) (Ord. 94-03 § 6, 1994; Ord. 2004-11 § 10, 2004; Ord. 2016-08 § 33, 2016; Ord. 2024-01 § 14, 2024)

   The number of spaces required shall be as follows for the various types of buildings and uses. The requirement for a use not specifically mentioned shall be the same as for a use specified which has similar traffic generating characteristics.

 

(`83 Code, § 17.24.060) (Ord. 94-03 § 6, 1994; Ord. 95-02 § 3, 1995; Ord. 97-08 § 8, 1997; Ord. 2000-11 § 8, 2000; Ord. 2005-08 § 6, 2005 )

   Every required nonresidential parking area and garage shall be designed and maintained in accordance with the following regulations:

   (A)   Parking stall dimensions shall be in accordance with the following table:

 

 

   (B)   Each stall shall be located so that no automobile is required to back onto a public street.

   (C)   Compact parking stalls are permitted only after meeting the minimum parking requirements per this chapter using the universal parking stall size. The compact parking stall size is 7 feet, 6 inches x 15 feet.

   (D)   Each parking space shall be independently accessible with a minimum of 25 feet of unobstructed space for universal stalls.

   (E)   Handicapped stalls shall be provided as required by the State Code.

   (F)   Striping and car stops or bumpers shall be required per this chapter.

   (G)   Where such parking areas adjoin residential uses, they shall be separated therefrom by screening as specified in this chapter.

   (H)   Parking areas which adjoin landscaping, fences walls or similar barriers shall be provided with wheel stops approved by the Director, (a concrete curb not less than six inches high), installed and maintained as a safeguard to abutting property. The barrier shall be at least two feet from any property line, but in no case shall it be less than necessary to meet the intent of this chapter.

   (I)   Unless otherwise excepted, all driveways and parking areas shall be surfaced or paved with asphaltic concrete of at least 2½-inch thickness with one-inch thickness of aggregate underlayment, or concrete of at least 3½-inch thickness, and be maintained in good condition.

   (J)   All commercial and industrial buildings, hotels, hospitals and institutions hereafter erected, constructed, converted, established, or enlarged to increase their floor space, shall be provided with adequate loading space, as determined by the committee. Any loading space provided shall afford adequate ingress and egress for trucks from a public street or alley. In no case shall any part of a public street or alley be used for loading. Loading doors shall be screened from view of adjacent streets.

   (K)   Every required new non residential parking area shall be designed and maintained in accordance with the universal parking stall size and striping requirements.

   (L)   All existing parking lots of over 100 spaces when upgraded shall be designed and maintained in accordance with the universal parking stall size and striping requirements. A waiver from the universal parking and striping standards for existing parking lots can be approved by the Director if physical design features (i.e. concrete planters) make redesign impractical.

   (M)   Tandem parking shall not be permitted to meet required parking for non-residential uses unless directly permitted by this code.

(`83 Code, § 17.24.070) (Ord. 94-03 § 6, 1994)

   Parking for use by persons with physical disabilities, cited in this section as “accessible parking,” shall be provided for both residential and nonresidential uses as set forth in this section.

   (A)   Standards. The number of accessible parking spaces and their design and signage shall be as required by Cal. Code of Regulations Title 24, Part 2.

   (B)   Building construction. Accessible parking shall be provided at the time of the erection of any main building or when an existing building is altered or enlarged by the addition of dwelling units or guest rooms, residential condominium conversions, or where the use is intensified by the addition of floor space, seating capacity or seats.

   (C)   Existing parking areas—maintenance of accessible parking. Accessible parking shall be maintained in conformance with the code under which installed. All signage, striping and other identifying markings shall be maintained legible.

   (D)   Accessible parking added. A reduction in the number of required parking stalls is herein permitted in order to encourage the installation of accessible parking within existing parking areas. Whenever accessible parking is to be provided for an existing parking area, the number of spaces may be reduced below the number required by this chapter subject to the following limitations:

      (1)   The total number of accessible parking stalls to be provided shall not exceed the number of spaces required by Cal. Code of Regulations Title 24, Part 2;

      (2)   The design of the parking area shall comply with the provisions of this chapter;

      (3)   The reduction permitted herein is not applicable for projects addressed in division (B) of this section.

(`83 Code, § 17.24.080) (Ord. 94-03 § 6, 1994)

   (A)   Residential uses. Required parking spaces for residential buildings and uses shall be provided as follows:

      (1)   On the same lot as the main building;

      (2)   Located at least 20 feet from a property line adjacent to a public street.

   (B)   Nonresidential uses. Required parking spaces for other than residential buildings and uses shall be provided in one or more of the following locations:

      (1)   On the lot with the building served;

      (2)   On a contiguous lot, or a lot within 500 feet of the building or use served, if a legally acceptable covenant is executed and recorded to guarantee the maintenance of the required spaces and an attested copy is filed with the Department;

      (3)   By inclusion in a Municipal Parking District.

(`83 Code, § 17.24.090) (Ord. 81-14 § 1 (part), 1981; Ord. 82-35 § 1 (part), 1982; Ord. 94-03 § 6, 1994)

   Where an attested copy of a contract between the parties concerned and the city as a third party beneficiary is filed with the application for a building permit, which contract sets forth an agreement for joint use of parking spaces irrevocable for the life of the uses or buildings concerned, the number of spaces jointly required for a place of assembly, the use of which is principally exercised during non-business hours, and a business use or uses regularly closed at such time may be reduced so that the total number equals whichever is greater:

   (A)   All spaces required for the business use or uses, plus one-half of the spaces required for the place of assembly; or

   (B)   All the spaces required for the place of assembly, plus one-half of the spaces required for the business use or uses.

(`83 Code, § 17.24.100) (Ord. 94-03 § 6, 1994)

   There shall be paved vehicular access from a dedicated and improved street or alley to off-street parking facilities on the property requiring the off-street parking as follows:

   (A)   Single-family residences. Each driveway shall be at least ten feet wide and shall not be encumbered by any projections to a height under eight feet above grade.

   (B)   Common driveways. As defined in § 16.08.085, common driveways shall be 15 to 20 feet wide and shall not be encumbered by any projections to a height under eight feet above grade.

   (C)   Multiple-family residences. Each driveway shall be at least 12 feet wide and shall not be encumbered by any projection to a height under 13.5 feet above grade. If any driveway serves as access to more than ten parking spaces, such driveway shall be not less than 20 feet wide. Where there is more than one means of access, two 15-foot wide driveways may be provided in lieu of one 20-foot driveway. Wider driveways with greater clearance height shall be provided when required by the Fire Code.

   (D)   Commercial or industrial uses. One-way driveways shall be 15-feet wide; two-way driveways shall be 20 feet wide, and shall not be encumbered by any projection to a height under 13.5 feet above grade. Where there is more than one means of access, two 15-foot wide driveways may be provided in lieu of one 20-foot wide driveway. Exception: Where access is provided for drive-through service offered by a banking institution, fast food restaurant, or similar use, and access is a one-way driveway, the driveway may be ten feet wide.

   (E)   Child care centers. A circular driveway at least 20 feet in width shall be provided for the safe off-street loading and unloading of children.

   (F)   All zones.

      (1)   Where two driveways are provided, each shall be clearly marked as to the direction of ingress and egress.

      (2)   Maximum grade for driveways shall be 15%.

(`83 Code, § 17.24.110) (Ord. 94-03 § 6, 1994; Ord. 2004-11 § 11, 2004)

(`83 Code, § 17.24.120) (Ord. 94-03 § 6, 1994)

   All parking lots and garages shall be illuminated with lights directed and shielded to prevent light and glare from intruding onto adjacent sites. The light standards shall not exceed the height of the structure in which the principal use is located. All lights shall be illuminated for proper safety and visibility.

(`83 Code, § 17.24.130) (Ord. 94-03 § 6, 1994)

   (A)   All curb cut clearance shall be obtained from the Public Works Department. For all residential use the maximum number of curb cuts shall be as follows:

 

 

   (B)   Design requirements for circular driveways in residential zones.

      (1)   Rear garage. Circular driveways in any residential zone are allowed after the required parking has been provided and a minimum front yard setback of 25 feet is provided.

      (2)   Front garage. Circular driveways in any residential zone are allowed after the required parking has been provided and a minimum front yard setback of 45 feet is provided.

      (3)   Driveway. Maximum 12-foot width unless needed for turning radius to serve garage access.

      (4)   Adequate landscaping shall be provided in front of the driveway area.

      (5)   In order to provide a circular driveway for a multiple residential development, it shall be included as part of the initial design review and shall be of decorative materials and used for loading or drop-off only. No parking will be allowed.

(`83 Code, § 17.24.140) (Ord. 94-03 § 6, 1994)

   No motor vehicle, incapable of movement under its own power, camper shell, trailer, boat, recreational vehicle or similar vehicle shall be parked or stored in a residential or commercial zone unless contained in an entirely enclosed building, or unless the following criteria are met:

   (A)   It is stored in the rear or side yard and screened from view from the street and alley, or adjacent properties.

   (B)   The parking or storage pad is paved in conformance with this chapter.

   (C)   No trucks, delivery vans, or other commercial vehicles exceeding a one-ton rated carrying capacity and used primarily in a trade or business, or tractors or backhoes shall be parked or stored in a residential zone.

(`83 Code, § 17.24.150) (Ord. 94-03 § 6, 1994)

   (A)   Parking on lawns, landscaped areas or unpaved surfaces is prohibited.

   (B)   Repair, tune-up or changing of fluids in automobiles, trucks, motor cycles or motor homes is not permitted on residentially zoned properties unless the vehicle is registered to the occupant of the property.

   (C)   In addition, such vehicle repairs on residentially zoned properties that are visible to the public shall not extend in a state of disrepair for a time period that exceeds 48 hours.

(`83 Code, § 17.24.160) (Ord. 94-03 § 6, 1994)

   (A)   Purpose. The purpose of this section is to provide trip reduction and travel demand measures in conformance with the adopted congestion management program for Los Angeles County as required by the State of California.

   (B)   Definitions. The following words or phrases shall have the following meanings when used in this chapter:

      ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION. The use of modes of transportation other than the single- passenger motor vehicle, including but not limited to carpools, vanpools, buspools, public transit, walking and bicycling.

      APPLICABLE DEVELOPMENT. Any development project that is determined to meet or exceed any applicable project size threshold criteria.

      BUSPOOL. A vehicle carrying 16 or more passengers commuting on a regular basis to and from work with a fixed route, according to fixed schedule.

      CARPOOL. A vehicle carrying two to six persons commuting together to and from work on a regular basis.

      CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). A statute that requires all jurisdictions in the State of California to evaluate the extent of environmental degradation posed by proposed development.

      DEVELOPER. The builder who is responsible for the planning, design and construction of an applicable development project. A DEVELOPER may be responsible for implementing the provisions of this chapter as determined by the property owners.

      DEVELOPMENT. The construction or addition of new building square footage. Additions to buildings which existed prior to the adoption of this chapter and which exceeds applicable thresholds shall comply with the applicable requirements but shall not be added cumulatively with existing square footage; existing square footage will be exempt from these requirements. All circulations shall be based on gross square footage.

      EMPLOYEE PARKING AREA. That portion of total required parking at a development used by on-site employees. Unless specified in the City/County Zoning/Building Code, employee parking shall be calculated as follows:

 

 

      PREFERENTIAL PARKING. Parking spaces designated or assigned, through use of sign or painted space markings for carpool or vanpool vehicles carrying commute passengers on a regular basis that are provided in a location more convenient to a place of employment than parking spaces provided for single-occupant vehicles.

      PROPERTY OWNER. The legal owner of a development who serves as the lessor to a tenant. The property owner shall be responsible for complying with the provision of this chapter either directly or by delegating such responsibility as appropriate to a tenant and/or his agent.

      SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT (SCAQMD). The regional authority appointed by the California State Legislature to meet federal standards and otherwise improve air quality in the South Coast Air Basin (the non-desert portions of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties).

      TENANT. The lessee of any facility space at an applicable development project.

      TRANSPORTATION DEMAND MANAGEMENT (TDM). The alteration of travel behavior, usually on the part of commuters, through programs of incentives, services and policies. TDM addresses alternatives to single-occupant vehicles, such as carpooling and vanpooling, and changes in work schedules that move trips out of the peak period or eliminate them altogether (as is the case in telecommuting or compressed work weeks).

      TRIP REDUCTION. Reduction in the number of work-related trips made by single-occupant vehicles.

      VANPOOL. A vehicle carrying seven or more persons commuting together to and from work on a regular basis, usually in a vehicle with a seating arrangement designed to carry 7 to 15 adult passengers, and on a prepaid subscription basis.

      VEHICLE. Any motorized form of transportation, including but not limited to automobiles, vans, buses and motorcycles.

   (C)   Review of transit impacts. Prior to approval of any development project for which an environmental impact report (EIR) will be prepared pursuant to the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) or based on a local determination, regional and municipal fixed-route transit operators providing service to the project shall be identified and consulted with. Projects for which a notice of preparation (NOP) for a draft EIR has been circulated pursuant to the provisions of CEQA prior to the effective date of this chapter shall be exempted from its provisions. The “Transit Impact Review Worksheet,” contained in the Los Angeles County Congestion Management Program Manual, or similar worksheets, shall be used in assessing impacts. Pursuant to the provisions of CEQA, transit operators shall be sent an NOP for all contemplated EIRs and shall, as part of the NOP process, be given opportunity to comment on the impacts of the project to identify recommended transit service or capital improvements which may be required as a result of the project, and to recommend mitigation measures which minimize automobile trips on the CMP network. Impacts and recommended mitigation measures identified by the transit operator shall be evaluated in the draft environmental impact report prepared for the project. Related mitigation measures adopted shall be monitored through the mitigation monitoring requirements of CEQA. Phased development projects, development projects subject to a development agreement, or development projects requiring subsequent approvals, need not repeat this process as long as no significant changes are made to the project. It shall remain the discretion of the lead agency to determine when a project is substantially the same and therefore covered by a previously certified EIR.

   (D)   Transportation demand and trip reduction measures.

      (1)   Applicability of requirements.

         (a)   Prior to approval of any development project, the applicant shall make provision for, as minimum, all of the following applicable transportation demand management and trip reduction measures.

         (b)   This chapter shall not apply to projects for which a development application has been deemed “complete” by the city pursuant to Cal. Gov't Code § 65943, or for which a notice of preparation for a DEIR has been circulated or for which an application for a building permit has been received, prior to the effective date of this chapter.

         (c)   All facilities and improvements constructed or otherwise required shall be maintained in a state of good repair to the satisfaction of the city.

      (2)   Development standards. Nonresidential development of 25,000 square feet or more shall provide the following to the satisfaction of the city:

         (a)   A bulletin board, display case or kiosk displaying transportation information located where the greatest number of employees are likely to see it. Information in the area shall include, but not be limited to the following:

            1.   Current maps, routes and schedules for public transit routes serving the site;

            2.   Telephone numbers for referrals on transportation information including numbers for the regional ridesharing agency and local transit operators;

            3.   Ridesharing promotional material supplied by commuter-oriented organizations;

            4.   Bicycle route and facility information, including regional/local bicycle maps and bicycle safety information;

            5.   A listing of facilities available for carpoolers, vanpoolers, bicyclists, transit riders and pedestrians at the site.

         (b)   Nonresidential development of 50,000 square feet or more shall provide all of the following measures to the satisfaction of the city:

            1.   Not less than 10% of employee parking area shall be located as close as is practical to the employee entrance(s), and shall be reserved for use by carpool/vanpool vehicles, without displacing handicapped and customer parking needs. This preferential carpool/vanpool parking area shall be identified on the site plan upon application for building permit, to the satisfaction of the city. A statement that preferential carpool/vanpool spaces for employees are available and a description of the method for obtaining such spaces must be included on the required transportation information board. Spaces will be signed/striped as demand warrants; provided, that at all times at least one space for projects of 50,000 square feet to 100,000 square feet and two spaces for projects over 100,000 square feet will be signed/striped for carpool/vanpool vehicles.

            2.   Preferential parking spaces reserved for vanpools must be accessible to vanpool vehicles. When located within a parking structure, a minimum vertical interior clearance of seven feet two inches shall be provided for those spaces and accessways to be used by such vehicles. Adequate turning radii and parking space dimensions shall also be included in vanpool parking areas.

            3.   Bicycle racks or other secure bicycle parking shall be provided to accommodate four bicycles per the first 50,000 square feet of nonresidential development and one bicycle per each additional 50,000 square feet of nonresidential development. Calculations which result in a fraction of 0.5 or higher shall be rounded up to the nearest whole number. A bicycle parking facility may also be a fully enclosed space or locker accessible only to the owner or operator of the bicycle, which protects the bike from inclement weather. Specific facilities and location (e.g. provision of racks, lockers or locked room) shall be to the satisfaction of the city.

         (c)   Nonresidential development of 100,000 square feet or more shall provide all of the following measures to the satisfaction of the city:

            1.   A safe and convenient zone in which vanpool and carpool vehicles may deliver or board their passengers;

            2.   Sidewalks or other designated pathways following direct and safe routes from the external pedestrian circulation system to each building in the development;

            3.   If determined necessary by the city to mitigate the project impact, bus stop improvements must be provided. The city will consult with the local bus service providers in determining appropriate improvements. When locating bus stops and/or planning building entrances, entrances must be designed to provide safe and efficient access to nearby transit stations/stops;

            4.   Safe and convenient access from the external circulation system to bicycle parking facilities on-site.

(`83 Code, § 17.24.170) (Ord. 93-01 § 1 (part), 1993)

   (A)   In appropriate cases, the Development Review Committee shall have the power to grant variances to the minimum ordinance requirements for individual projects if:

      (1)   Required development standard(s) are not applicable due to special circumstances relating to the project, including but not limited to the location or configuration of the project, the availability of existing transportation demand management (TDM) strategies, or other specific factors which will make infeasible or reduce the effectiveness of a TDM strategy required by this chapter; and

      (2)   Alternative TDM strategies commensurate with the mature and trip generating characteristics of the proposed facility are feasible.

   (B)   Any variance from the requirements of this chapter must be conditioned upon the substitution of an alternative TDM strategy.

(`83 Code, § 17.24.180) (Ord. 94-03 § 6, 1994)

   (A)   To ensure that the required improvements are provided for each project an inspection will take place prior to issuance of a business license. In multi-tenant buildings inspections many be made prior to each business license application at the discretion of the Director of the Community Development, Services Department.

   (B)   Prior to the issuance of a new business license or annual business license renewal, the site may be inspected to determine compliance with the measures required.

(`83 Code, § 17.24.190) (Ord. 94-03 § 6, 1994)