Montebello requires covered off-street parking for homes, and in the R-A, R-1, and R-2 zones garages must have overhead doors. Carports as detached accessory covered parking must meet accessory-building setback and placement standards and cannot sit in front yards.
Under MMC 17.10.060, all garages must have overhead doors, and no detached garage may stand in front of the main building. Off-street parking standards are set in MMC Chapter 17.52, which specifies required covered spaces by use (for example, R-3 and R-4 dwellings require two enclosed spaces per unit). A carport is treated as detached accessory covered parking subject to the residential development standards in MMC 17.10, including setbacks, height, and the rule that accessory structures may not occupy required front yards. Parking areas may be located only where main or accessory buildings are permitted (MMC 17.52.190). Confirm carport dimensions, setbacks, and permit needs with the Planning and Building Division.
Erecting a carport in a required front yard, over an easement, or without required permits can result in code enforcement and removal.
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