Buena Park, CA Parking Rules: Driveway Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Front yard parking
- paved driveway only
- Min. driveway width (RS zone)
- 10 feet
- Max. driveway width
- 20 ft (30 ft if 5+ bedrooms)
- Rear-yard garage driveway
- max 12 ft in front setback
Summary
Buena Park bans parking anywhere in the front yard of a residential lot except on a paved driveway, and caps driveway width in RS zones so front yards don't turn into parking lots.
Vehicle parking in the front yard area of any residentially zoned lot is prohibited, with the exception of parking on a paved driveway.
D. Vehicle Storage in Single-Family Zones.
1. Vehicle Parking. Refer to Section 19.1108.050 (Motor Vehicle Parking) for additional requirements.
2. Recreational Vehicle, Boat, and Trailer Parking.
a. Purpose. The purpose of these regulations is to establish standards for the parking and storage of recreational vehicles, boats, truck camper, and trailers as an accessory use in residential zones in order to protect the integrity, value, and character of residential neighborhoods along with public health and safety.
3. Definitions.
a. Recreational vehicle or "RV" means both motorized and non-motorized vehicles that combine transportation and temporary living quarters for travel, recreation, or camping. Does not include mobile homes or off-road vehicles.
b. "Motorized recreational vehicle" means a motorhome built on a truck, bus, or van chassis.
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Full Breakdown
Buena Park Municipal Code § 19.336.030 prohibits parking any vehicle in the front yard of a residentially zoned lot unless it sits on a paved driveway. Driveways in RS zones must be at least 10 feet wide; the maximum is 20 feet, rising to 30 feet only where a home has more than four bedrooms. A garage set in the rear yard limits the driveway within the front setback to 12 feet. Fire Code access requirements override these standards when the two conflict.
Violations & Fines
Parking a vehicle in the front yard off a paved driveway is a citable municipal code violation, enforced by code enforcement and the Buena Park Police Department.
Frequently Asked Questions
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