Richmond, CA Parking Rules: Driveway Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Minimum width
- 12 feet
- Maximum width
- 20 feet
- Wider
- Public works director approval
- Code section
- RMC 12.36.100
Summary
Richmond defines a driveway as an approach passing over the curb, parking strip, or sidewalk, and requires driveway width at the curbline to be no less than 12 feet and no more than 20 feet, unless the public works director approves a greater width.
A "driveway" is defined as any approach leading to or from a street which passes over or upon the curbing, parking, or sidewalk area, for the purpose of a vehicular approach. Such driveway width shall not be less than twelve feet or more than twenty feet at the curbline except that with the approval of the director of public works, such driveway may be constructed to a greater width.
Full Breakdown
Richmond Municipal Code section 12.36.100 defines a driveway as any approach leading to or from a street that passes over the curbing, parking, or sidewalk area for vehicular access. Driveway width may not be less than twelve feet or more than twenty feet at the curbline, except that a greater width may be approved by the director of public works. Section 12.36.110 lets the director require restoration of an abandoned driveway.
Violations & Fines
Constructing a driveway outside the permitted width without approval violates RMC 12.36.100 and is enforced by the Department of Public Works.
Frequently Asked Questions
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