Redlands, CA Accessory Structures: Carport Rules (2026)

Redlands' Municipal Code lists garages and carports among the accessory buildings permitted in residential districts. As accessory structures, carports are governed by the same dimensional standards as other accessory buildings in section 18.21.140 of the Redlands Municipal Code. That means a carport must be located at least 5 feet from side and rear property lines if it is up to 10 feet high, or 10 feet if it is more than 10 feet high, and it may not exceed 15 feet in height (measured from the foundation at ground level to the highest point of the roof). A carport must also keep at least 10 feet of separation from the main building, with a 20-foot separation required where more than 5 feet of the structure extends into the rear yard area. Front-yard placement of carports is constrained by the front setback that applies to the main dwelling in the relevant zoning district, so a carport generally cannot encroach into the required front yard. Because regulations differ by zoning district and because permit thresholds depend on the structure's size and attachment, homeowners should confirm specific carport requirements and permit needs with the Redlands Building and Safety Division before construction.