Off-Street Parking Requirements for the CCN District in Long Beach
In the Long Beach CCN (Community R-4-N Commercial) district, residential projects generally require between 1.00 and 2.00 parking spaces per unit depending on the number of bedrooms, plus 1 guest space for every 4 units. Commercial developments in the CCN District must provide parking based on the specific use, typically ranging from 4 spaces per 1,000 square feet for general retail and office uses to 10 spaces per 1,000 square feet for restaurants.
Overview of the CCN District
The CCN District, also known as the Community R-4-N Commercial District, is a community commercial zone in the City of Long Beach. It is designed to serve as a commercial hub while permitting residential development at R-4-N (Medium-density Multiple Residential) densities [Section 21.30.040]. Because the CCN District allows both commercial and residential uses, development projects must adhere to specific standards found in both the commercial and residential sections of the Long Beach Municipal Code [Section 21.32.020.C.4].
Residential Parking Ratios
For residential components of projects in the CCN District, parking requirements are determined by the number of units and bedrooms. These ratios are consistent with the standards for the R-4-N residential zone [Table 32-3].
| Unit Type/Bedrooms | Standard Area (Spaces per Unit) | Coastal Zone Only (Spaces per Unit) |
|---|---|---|
| Studio (0 Bedrooms, $\le$ 450 sq. ft.) | 1.00 | 1.00 |
| 1 Bedroom (or Studio > 451 sq. ft.) | 1.50 | 2.00 |
| 2 or More Bedrooms | 2.00 | 2.00 |
| Guest Parking | 1 space per 4 units | 1 space per 4 units |
Source: [Table 41-1A]
Commercial Parking Ratios
Commercial uses in the CCN District are required to provide off-street parking according to the specific nature of the business. For large-scale developments like shopping centers, the ratio may be adjusted based on the total square footage [Section 21.41.219].
| Type of Commercial Use | Required Number of Spaces |
|---|---|
| General Retail / Commercial Clusters | 4 per 1,000 sq. ft. GFA |
| Professional Office (up to 20,000 sq. ft. GFA) | 4 per 1,000 sq. ft. GFA |
| Medical or Dental Office | 4 per 1,000 sq. ft. GFA |
| Restaurant (Ready to Eat / Dinner) | 4 to 10 per 1,000 sq. ft. GFA |
| Banks, Savings and Loans | 5 per 1,000 sq. ft. GFA |
| Community, Regional, or Neighborhood Shopping Centers | 5 per 1,000 sq. ft. GFA |
Source: [Table 41-1C]
Parking Location and Setbacks
In the City of Long Beach, parking areas within the CCN District must be positioned to respect property lines and adjacent residential zones. These setbacks ensure that parking does not interfere with the aesthetic character of the neighborhood or public rights-of-way [Table 32-2].
| Boundary Type | Required Parking Setback |
|---|---|
| Front Street | 15 feet |
| Side Street | 10 feet |
| Alley | 14 feet (measured from centerline) |
| Adjacent to Residential District | 5 feet |
Source: [Table 32-2]
Screening and Landscaping
Any parking lot in the City of Long Beach CCN District that abuts a residential zone must be screened by a solid masonry wall between 3 feet and 6 feet 6 inches in height [Section 21.32.225]. Additionally, if a parking area abuts a property line adjacent to a street, a 5-foot-wide landscaped strip must be provided between the parking area and the property line [Section 21.33.145].
Special Provisions for the CCN District
- Tandem Parking: Tandem parking is generally prohibited for required residential parking except for valet parking approved through site plan review or for specific low-income housing projects [Section 21.41.233].
- Non-Residential Garages: Garages for commercial uses in the CCN District must conform to the development standards established for parking spaces as specified in the general commercial provisions [Table 32-3].
- Accessibility: All parking spaces, with the exception of approved tandem or valet spots, must be independently accessible to the user [Section 21.41.246].
Sections Cited
- Section 21.30.040 - District boundary determination.
- Section 21.32.020 - Districts established.
- Section 21.32.225 - Screening required.
- Section 21.33.145 - Parking areas abutting streets.
- Section 21.41.216 - Parking—Required number of spaces.
- Section 21.41.233 - Tandem parking—Residential uses.
- Section 21.41.246 - Parking—Access.
- Table 31-2A - Residential Development Standards
- Table 32-2 - Commercial Development Standards
- Table 32-3 - Residential Uses In Commercial Districts
- Table 41-1A - Required Number of Parking Spaces for Residential Uses
- Table 41-1C - Required Number of Parking Spaces for Commercial, Industrial/Manufacturing and All Other Uses