Hanford, CA Parking Rules: Driveway Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Driveway width cap
- 40% of street frontage
- L/U-shaped driveway cap
- 50% of front setback area
- Zones covered
- R-L-5, R-L-8, R-L-12
- Enforced by
- Community Development Dept.
Summary
In Hanford's low-density residential zones (R-L-5, R-L-8, R-L-12), driveway and paved-area width cannot exceed 40% of the lot's street frontage, with L- or U-shaped driveways capped at 50% of the front setback area instead.
The width of a driveway and any paved area shall not cumulatively exceed 40% of the width of the lot's street frontage on which the driveway and any paved area faces. In the case of "L" or "U" shaped driveways or other configurations besides perpendicular driveways the paved area of these driveways shall not exceed 50% of the front building setback area.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: rev 4873707; v4 updated 2026-03-17).
Full Breakdown
Hanford Municipal Code § 17.10.110 caps driveway and paved-area width in the R-L-5, R-L-8, and R-L-12 zones at 40% of the lot's street frontage. "L" or "U" shaped and other non-perpendicular driveway configurations get more room but are limited instead to 50% of the front building setback area. On key lots, the driveway must sit on the side of the lot away from the adjacent reverse corner lot's rear line. The Community Development Department applies the cap through the building-permit and site-plan review process; identical language governs driveways in Hanford's medium- and high-density residential zones as well.
Violations & Fines
Paving beyond the 40%/50% cap is a Title 17 zoning violation. Code Enforcement can order correction and, if uncorrected, cite the owner for an infraction punishable by a fine set by City Council resolution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I pave my entire front yard for parking in Hanford?
Does the driveway rule differ on corner lots?
Sources & Official References
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