Oversized Vehicle Parking Permit Program & Regulations

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Oversized vehicles can create safety hazards to pedestrians and other traffic by reducing visibility and travel lane width when parked on City's streets. A large number of City streets are already narrow and steep. Additionally, oversized vehicles can create a significant burden on the City's limited parking availability as they typically utilize more curb length than a standard vehicle parking space.

At the July 2, 2024, City Council Meeting, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 24-0006 which amends Manhattan Beach Municipal Code Chapter 14.46 and establishes that a permit is required to park oversized vehicles on City streets.

Beginning October 1, 2024, a resident or guest of a resident that desires to temporarily park an oversized vehicle on any street in the City of Manhattan Beach (with few exceptions listed below), will require a permit. If the oversized vehicle can be parked on the resident's property, a permit is not required.

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OVERSIZED VEHICLES AND TRAILERS

What is an oversized vehicle?

Detached Trailers - Prohibited on City Streets

Manhattan Beach Municipal Code Section 14.36.180 (Ordinance No. 2145) prohibits the parking of detached trailers or non-motorized vehicles on City streets (the trailer must be attached to a vehicle capable of moving it). This includes boat trailers, utility trailers, fifth-wheels, and camper trailers. The detached parking regulation is enforced Citywide and signs are posted around the perimeter of the City notifying the public of the regulation.

PERMIT INFORMATION

If a resident or their guest would like to park an oversized vehicle (that exceeds one or more of the listed measurements above) on any City street, they will need a permit. If the oversized vehicle can be parked on the resident's property, a permit is not required.

Two types of permits will be available:

Annual permit for a resident owned oversized vehicle
Temporary permit for a resident's guest oversized vehicles

Both permit types must be applied for by a resident.

Information regarding the two permit types and their differences can be found below.

Electronic Application Process

In order to obtain a permit, residents will fill out an electronic application through the City's Citizen Self Service Portal. In addition to filling out the Oversized Vehicle Permit application, residents should be prepared to submit copies of the following documentation:

Proof of Manhattan Beach residency:
1. A California driver’s license or California ID card; AND
2. Property tax bill, public utility bill, or current residential rental or lease agreement
Proof of oversized vehicle registration from the California Department of Motor Vehicles or equivalent agency in another state, if applicable.

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Permit Exceptions

Permit Exceptions
There are some exceptions to the permit program. The following oversized vehicles may park without an Oversized Vehicle Permit:

Oversized vehicles with temporary encroachment permits issued in accordance with MBMC Chapters 7.36 or 7.40.
Oversized vehicles experiencing a mechanical breakdown requiring emergency repairs (all repairs must be completed within 8 hours of the breakdown).
Oversized vehicles in the coastal zone.
Commercial vehicles making pickups or deliveries or while actively providing residential, commercial or construction services, subject to applicable regulations in MBMC 7.36 and 7.40.
Tow trucks or similar vehicles that are providing services.
Public or utility vehicles and trailers providing services as set forth in MBMC Section 14.08.080.
Any public emergency vehicle.
Oversized vehicles belonging to federal, state, or local authorities that are temporarily parked and the operator is conducting official business.
Any vehicle stopped to avoid immediate conflict with other traffic to comply with the directions of a police officer or official traffic control device.

Oversized Vehicle Permits are not applicable to residents in the Coastal Zone (PDF)

General Requirements

General Requirements
Oversized vehicles must comply with all federal, state, and city regulations, including but not limited to the following:

Per MBMC Section 14.36.060, no person shall park any vehicle in the same location for a period exceeding 72 hours.
Oversized vehicles shall not be parked in any location prohibited by signage, other markings, or areas presenting a traffic or safety concern to pedestrians or other drivers, as determined by the Police Department.
Operators of an oversized vehicle must pay any applicable parking meter charges if occupying a metered space.
No person shall park an oversized vehicle in more than one marked parking space.
Permit holders shall comply with any posted street sweeping restrictions.

The City has several areas where the parking of oversized vehicles is prohibited even if a permit is obtained. All signage must be adhered to.

Map - Locations where parking of oversized vehicles and trailers are prohibited at any time (PDF)

Prohibited areas are showcased by large orange lines.

Permit Types

RESIDENT OVERSIZED VEHICLE PARKING PERMIT
This permit will be selected if a resident owns an oversized vehicle that they would like to park on the street throughout the year (in 72 hour increments).

Permit duration: annual permit – valid October 1 to September 30
Price per permit: $65.00
Resident will pick up a physical permit (hang tag) from City Hall once the application is approved.
Allows a resident to park their oversized vehicle on the street for 72 hours at a time throughout the permit’s duration.
Limit: 1 permit per household
Resident must reapply annually for a new permit.

GUEST OVERSIZED VEHICLE PARKING PERMIT
This permit will be selected if a resident will be hosting an out-of-town visitor or if the resident is temporarily renting an oversized vehicle that they would like to park on the street for 72 hours.

Permit duration: valid for 72 hours
Price per permit: $ 45.00
Resident will print permit from home once the application is approved.
Allows the permit holder to park their oversized vehicle on the street for 72 hours.
Limit: 4 permits in any 12 month period
Resident has to apply for the permit for their guest.
Residents cannot have more than one guest permit issued for the same 72 hour date range.

Neither permit type allows the use of hook-ups (cords, hoses, cables, or other items) from any residential or commercial property to the oversized vehicle parked on the street.

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