Most development in Long Beach's Coastal Zone, including the Peninsula, Belmont Shore, Naples, Alamitos Bay, and downtown shoreline, requires a Coastal Development Permit under Title 17 of the Municipal Code, implementing the California Coastal Act through the Local Coastal Program.
Title 17 of the Long Beach Municipal Code is the city's Local Coastal Program certified under the California Coastal Act. It defines the Coastal Zone boundary and requires Coastal Development Permits for new construction, demolition, additions, change of use, and many shoreline activities. Some permits stay local; appealable areas can be reviewed by the California Coastal Commission. Special protections cover wetlands, public access, view corridors, and coastal hazards. Single-family additions and routine maintenance may qualify for exemptions or categorical exclusions when conditions are met.
Unpermitted coastal development can trigger stop-work orders, restoration requirements, and substantial fines from both the city and the Coastal Commission, often far exceeding standard zoning penalties.
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