Corona Municipal Code requires vehicles parked on residential property to be on improved, paved driveway surfaces. Parking on lawns, dirt, or unpaved areas is prohibited. Driveways must be constructed of concrete, asphalt, pavers, or other approved hard surfaces, and vehicles cannot block sidewalks or extend into the public right-of-way.
The City of Corona regulates residential driveway parking through Municipal Code Title 17 (Zoning) and Title 10 (Vehicles and Traffic). All vehicles parked on a residential lot must be located on an improved surface — typically concrete, asphalt, or interlocking pavers — that connects directly to the street via an approved driveway approach. Parking on landscaped areas, front yards, dirt, gravel, or grass is a code violation enforced by Code Enforcement and may result in citations. Driveways must comply with width and setback standards set by the Planning Division, and any new or expanded driveway requires an encroachment permit from Public Works for the curb cut. Vehicles parked in driveways cannot overhang or block the public sidewalk, which is a violation of CVC §22500(f) and Corona Municipal Code parking provisions. RVs, boats, and oversized vehicles have separate restrictions covered under the city's RV parking ordinance. Front-yard parking is one of the most commonly cited violations in Corona's residential neighborhoods, particularly in older Corona neighborhoods and the Sierra Del Oro area. Property owners are responsible for ensuring tenants and guests comply.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Corona code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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