Long Beach Driveway Rules Rules (2026): What You Need to Know

LBMC Section 10.22.025 prohibits parking a vehicle in such a way as to block or obstruct a public or private driveway. This prohibition applies to all vehicles, including the property owner's own vehicles if they prevent entry or exit through the driveway opening. Enforcement of driveway-blocking violations is handled by Long Beach Parking Services officers, who may issue citations and authorize towing without additional notice.

Section 10.24.077 creates a limited exception through the Driveway Parking Permit program. Owners and lessees who reside in areas designated by the City as parking-impacted may apply for a permit that authorizes them to park in front of their own private driveway only. The permit does not apply to driveways used by multiple units or to shared/common driveways. Permit holders must display the permit in the vehicle. The permit is free, issued annually, and must be renewed each year. The permit holder's vehicle must not obstruct the sidewalk, extend into any travel lane, or block access for other residents or emergency vehicles.

Long Beach also enforces separate provisions against vehicles parked on unpaved surfaces in residential front yards. LBMC Section 10.22.040 limits vehicles parked on residential property to areas that are paved, surfaced with concrete, asphalt, or similar permeable paving material. Vehicles parked on dirt or grass in the front yard — including in the driveway apron area — may be cited by Code Enforcement.