Driveways in Venice are regulated by Ch. 88 (Building) and the Land Development Code Ch. 86. New driveways require a permit, must match minimum/maximum widths by district, and must not direct stormwater onto adjoining lots.
Typical residential driveway width limits are 12-24 feet at the right-of-way, with circular drives requiring a minimum lot width. Driveway materials must be pavement, brick or stamped concrete; loose gravel may be limited to areas behind the front building line. New connections require a right-of-way permit from Public Works.
Building without a permit is a Code violation under Sec. 1-14 with fines up to $500/day plus required restoration or modification.
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