Livermore zoning Title 21 sets typical residential setbacks at 20 ft front, 5 ft side, 15-20 ft rear; ADU setbacks reduced to 4 ft under state law.
Livermore Development Code (LMC Title 21) establishes setbacks by zoning district. Standard low-density residential (RL, RS): 20 ft front, 5 ft interior side, 10 ft street side, 20 ft rear. Medium-density (RM): 15 ft front, 5 ft side, 15 ft rear. ADUs allow 4-foot rear and side setbacks per Gov Code §65852.2 regardless of local standard. Corner lots have vision triangle requirements. Architectural features (eaves, chimneys) may encroach up to 2-3 feet.
Setback violation: stop-work order plus correction. May require variance or demolition if unpermitted structure is non-conforming.
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Livermore Municipal Airport (LVK) has a voluntary noise abatement program with preferred runway/pattern procedures. No curfew but quiet hours 10 PM-7 AM disc...
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Livermore prohibits habitual dog barking that disturbs neighbors under LMC 6.08. Alameda County Animal Services handles enforcement with a complaint and warn...
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Livermore quiet hours run 10 PM to 7 AM weekdays and 10 PM to 8 AM weekends per LMC Chapter 9.32. Residential limit is 55 dB day, 45 dB night.
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Livermore construction hours are 7 AM to 7 PM Monday-Friday and 9 AM to 6 PM Saturdays. No construction Sundays or federal holidays without permit.
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Livermore allows leaf blowers within construction hours only. AB 1346 bans sale of new gas blowers statewide since Jan 1, 2024. Electric blowers still subjec...
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Vehicle noise in Livermore enforced primarily through CA Vehicle Code §27150-27207. Altered/loud exhausts prohibited. Engine braking restricted on some streets.
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