Home occupations in Long Beach must not generate traffic beyond what is normal for the residential district. No exterior display, storage, or advertising is permitted. The home occupation must be incidental to residential use.
Under LBMC 21.51.235, visitors, customers, or deliveries to the dwelling unit shall not exceed that which normally and reasonably occurs in a residential setting. The home occupation must be compatible with surrounding residential uses and not have characteristics that would reduce surrounding residents' enjoyment of their neighborhood. No person other than a resident may be employed at the home occupation, which inherently limits customer-facing interactions. The prohibition on beauty salons, auto repair, veterinary services, and other high-traffic uses further controls visitor volumes. No process may be used that is hazardous to public health, safety, or welfare, and no external storage or alterations are permitted that would indicate a business presence. Events exceeding normal residential traffic patterns may constitute a violation of the home occupation permit conditions.
Excessive customer traffic or deliveries beyond normal residential levels may result in complaints and code enforcement action. Repeated violations may lead to revocation of the home occupation permit. Contact Planning Bureau at (562) 570-6194.
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