Huntington Beach regulates maximum lot coverage by zoning district under the HBZSO. All setbacks, lot coverage, and development requirements are calculated based on net lot area. Planned community areas may have different standards.
Under the HBZSO, lot coverage limits vary by zoning district and are calculated based on net lot area. All structures including primary buildings, accessory structures, carports, and pools count toward lot coverage. Corner lots, flag lots, and irregularly shaped parcels may have adjusted requirements. The Planning Commission may modify requirements where lot dimensions and topography justify deviations. In the Coastal Zone, additional restrictions may apply through the Local Coastal Program Implementation Plan. New construction must demonstrate compliance with lot coverage limits through site plans submitted with building permit applications.
Exceeding lot coverage limits is a zoning violation requiring plan modification or structure removal. Building permits will not be issued for non-compliant plans.
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