Shed Rules: Carson vs South Gate
How do shed rules rules compare between Carson, CA and South Gate, CA?
Carson and South Gate have similar restriction levels.
Carson, CA
Los Angeles County
Sheds and other detached accessory structures in Carson are regulated under the Zoning Code (Carson Municipal Code Article IX, Chapter 1) with permit thresholds set by the California Building Code (Title 24 CCR) adopted in CMC Building Code chapter.
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Los Angeles County
Sheds and detached accessory structures in South Gate are regulated under the Zoning Code (South Gate Municipal Code Title 11, Ch. 11.25 Residential Neighborhood Zones and Ch. 11.43 Accessory Dwelling Units and Accessory Structures), with permit thresholds set by the California Building Code (Title 24 CCR) adopted via SGMC Ch. 9.02.
View full South Gate rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Carson | South Gate |
|---|---|---|
| Permit-exempt size | One-story sheds ≤120 sq ft (CRC §R105.2 as adopted) | One-story sheds <=120 sq ft (CRC R105.2 as adopted by SGMC 9.02) |
| Code portal | ecode360.com/CA4377 (current through Jan 6, 2026) | codepublishing.com/CA/SouthGate (Title 11 Zoning) |
| Zoning chapter | CMC Article IX, Ch. 1 (Zoning) | - |
| Building code | CMC Building Code adopts Title 24 CCR (2022 CBSC) | SGMC Ch. 9.02 adopts Title 24 CCR (CA Building Standards Code) |
| Building & Safety | 701 E Carson St; (310) 830-7600 | - |
| Zoning chapters | - | SGMC Ch. 11.25 (Residential Zones); Ch. 11.43 (Accessory Structures/ADUs) |
| Permit office | - | Building & Safety, 8650 California Ave; (323) 563-9500 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Carson FAQ
Do I need a permit for a small backyard shed in Carson?
A one-story detached storage shed of 120 sq ft or less is exempt from a building permit under the California Residential Code §R105.2 (adopted by Carson). However, you still must comply with Carson Zoning Code setbacks and lot-coverage limits in CMC Article IX, Ch. 1.
Where is Carson's current municipal code?
The current Carson Municipal Code is hosted on eCode360 at ecode360.com/CA4377, current through January 6, 2026. The zoning chapter (Article IX, Ch. 1) covers accessory structures.
South Gate FAQ
Do I need a permit for a small backyard shed in South Gate?
A one-story detached storage shed of 120 sq ft or less is exempt from a building permit under California Residential Code R105.2, adopted by South Gate via SGMC Ch. 9.02. However, you still must comply with the zoning setbacks, height, and lot-coverage limits in SGMC Ch. 11.25 (Residential Neighborhood Zones) and Ch. 11.43 (Accessory Structures).
Where do I find South Gate's current zoning code online?
South Gate's Municipal Code is published by Code Publishing at codepublishing.com/CA/SouthGate. Title 11 contains the Zoning Code, including Ch. 11.25 (Residential Neighborhood Zones) and Ch. 11.43 (Accessory Dwelling Units and Accessory Structures, most recently amended via Ord. 2025-01-CC). A Municode mirror is also available at library.municode.com/ca/south_gate.
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