Driveway Rules: Clovis vs Selma

Driveways must be paved (concrete, asphalt, or approved pavers) and connect to an improved street via a standard curb cut. CMC §9.24 requires parking on an improved surface — parking on lawns or unpaved areas prohibited.

Selma establishes specific requirements for driveway construction, use, and parking through the City of Selma Parking Manual (adopted January 2013) and the municipal code. All driveway approaches to private property must be constructed in conformance with the Standard Specifications of the Public Works Department, referencing specific engineering drawings ST-4, ST-5, ST-6, and ST-13 for design and construction details. Backing a vehicle onto or from a public right-of-way is prohibited in all areas except residential zones on streets classified as local streets, with public alleys exempt from this restriction. This rule is designed to reduce traffic conflicts and improve pedestrian safety on busier collector and arterial streets. All vehicles parked on residential property must be on paved, improved surfaces. Parking on front lawns, bare dirt, gravel, or any unpaved area visible from the street is strictly prohibited and enforced through code enforcement. Driveways must not be blocked or obstructed in a manner that prevents normal vehicle ingress and egress, and vehicles may not extend beyond the driveway into the public sidewalk or right-of-way. The driveway width and curb cut dimensions must meet city engineering standards applicable to the zoning district of the property.