Parking Requirements for the R-4-M Moderate Density Subdivided Mobile Home Park Development District
In the City of Long Beach, the R-4-M: Moderate density subdivided mobile home park development district requires one guest parking space for every fifteen lots when an existing park is subdivided. Standard residential uses in the City of Long Beach must provide between 1.0 and 2.0 parking spaces per unit depending on the bedroom count, while nearly all commercial projects are prohibited within the R-4-M district.
Overview of the R-4-M District
The R-4-M: Moderate density subdivided mobile home park development district is established by the City of Long Beach to allow residents in rental mobile home parks the opportunity to own the space on which their mobile home is located [Section 21.31.020.S]. This district primarily permits mobile home parks and the subdivision of existing parks, while most other residential and commercial uses are restricted [Section 21.31.110].
Residential Off-Street Parking Requirements
Residential projects in the R-4-M: Moderate density subdivided mobile home park development district must adhere to the standard residential parking ratios of the City of Long Beach, which are determined by the number of bedrooms per unit.
City of Long Beach General Residential Parking Ratios
| Number of Units/Bedrooms | Number of Spaces Per Unit |
|---|---|
| 0 bedrooms (not more than 450 sq. ft.) | 1.00 |
| 1 or more bedrooms (or 0 bedrooms over 451 sq. ft.) | 1.50 (2.00 in Coastal Zone) |
| 2 or more bedrooms | 2.00 |
| Guest Parking | 1 space per 4 units |
[Section 21.41.216, Table 41-1A]
Specific Standards for Subdivided Mobile Home Parks
When an existing mobile home park is subdivided within the R-4-M district, the City of Long Beach enforces the following supplemental parking requirements:
- Guest Parking: The subdivided park must contain a minimum of one guest parking space for every fifteen (15) lots [Section 21.52.244.C].
- RV and Vehicle Storage: Recreational vehicle (RV) storage and general vehicle parking/storage must be specifically reserved for the exclusive use of the owners or tenants of the mobile home park [Section 21.52.244.F].
Commercial Project Parking and Use Restrictions
The R-4-M: Moderate density subdivided mobile home park development district is strictly residential in nature. According to the City of Long Beach Use Table for Residential Zones, almost all commercial activities—including retail, office, and automotive uses—are classified as "N" (Not Permitted) [Section 21.31.110, Table 31-1].
Because these commercial uses are prohibited, there are no specific commercial parking requirements for the R-4-M district. Any non-residential activity, such as a "Home Occupation," must be performed within a dwelling unit and must not displace or block required residential parking spaces [Section 21.51.235].
Technical Parking Specifications
All parking provided in the City of Long Beach R-4-M district must meet the following minimum dimensions for standard spaces:
| Use Type | Parking Space Size | Minimum Aisle Width |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 8 feet 6 inches by 18 feet | 24 feet |
| Compact | 8 feet by 15 feet | 21 feet |
| Handicapped | 14 feet by 18 feet | 24 feet |
[Section 21.41.231, Table 41-2]
Sections Cited
- 21.31.020 - Districts established.
- 21.31.110 - Permitted uses (Table 31-1).
- 21.41.216 - Parking—Required number of spaces (Table 41-1A).
- 21.41.231 - Parking—Size of spaces (Table 41-2).
- 21.51.235 - Home occupations.
- 21.52.244 - Subdivision of existing mobile home park.