Zoning / Development Regulations

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The links below provide most regulations, or references to regulations for using and developing property in Manhattan Beach.

Handouts for Development Regulations- Helpful handouts that explain development regulations for concepts like building height, basement and story conditions, fences and walls, open space, etc.
The Manhattan Beach Municipal Code contains all City codes including zoning, building, public works, fire, traffic, noise, and health regulations.
ADU/JADU Regulations- Rules for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs)
Coastal Zone Regulations – Coastal Program excerpts.
Driveway Slopes - Driveway slopes on private property.
Encroachment Standards - Code Section 7.36.150 (PDF) and Encroachment Booklet (PDF) handout.
Short Term Vacation Rentals
Sign Regulations - Located within Chapter 10.72 (Title 10, Part IV) of the MBMC.
Telecom Regulations
SB 9 and 10- Information on how Senate Bills 9 & 10 affect development in the City.
Tree Preservation and Restoration (Private Property)- Trees in front and corner-side yard setbacks in residential zones.
The Zoning Code is located within "Title 10 Planning and Zoning" of the MBMC. An intermediate index under Title 10 is organized as follows:

Part I - Definitions, Land Use Classifications
Part II - Primary residential, commercial, industrial, etc. district regulations
Part III - Special overlay district regulations
Part IV - General multi-district regulations (e.g, parking, landscaping, accessory structures)
Part V - Administrative regulations and zoning procedures

Zoning Map (PDF) - Area Districts, zoning districts, and coastal zone.
GIS Interactive Mapping page can provide "parcel reports" for Manhattan Beach properties containing zoning and other parcel data.
Area District Map (PDF)

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