Vehicles must not block sidewalks when parked in driveways. Driveway dimensions and materials are regulated through BMC zoning standards. Front yard parking on unpaved surfaces is prohibited.
Under BMC Title 10 Article 14, no vehicle may be parked in the front yard of a residential lot except for passenger vehicles (excluding house cars) on permanently constructed driveways. Vehicles must be currently licensed by the State DMV and capable of movement under their own power, or temporarily disabled for no more than 72 hours. The front yard is generally the first 25 feet between the public sidewalk and the house. Motor trucks may park on driveways only while on business calls. No vehicle may be parked on grass, dirt, or unimproved surfaces in the front yard.
Front yard parking violations are enforced by Code Enforcement at (818) 238-5225. Violations result in notices and fines.
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