Setback Requirements for the CCP District in Long Beach
In the City of Long Beach, the Community Commercial Pedestrian-Oriented (CCP) district allows for a 0-foot building setback from front and side streets, provided that a minimum distance of 10 feet from the curb face is maintained. When a property in the CCP district is adjacent to a residential zone, increased setbacks are required, specifically 10 feet for side yards and 20 feet for rear yards to provide a buffer between uses. Parking facilities within the Long Beach CCP district are subject to separate standards, requiring a 10-foot setback from front streets and a 6-foot setback from side streets [Table 32-2].
Primary Building Setbacks in the CCP District
The Long Beach Municipal Code establishes specific yard requirements for the Community Commercial Pedestrian-Oriented (CCP) district to promote a pedestrian-friendly environment where buildings are typically located near the street property line [Section 21.32.020]. The following table details the minimum required yard areas for buildings in this district.
CCP Building Setback Standards
| Boundary Location | CCP District Requirement |
|---|---|
| Front Street | 0 feet (a) |
| Side Street | 0 feet (a) |
| Adjacent to Side Yard of Residential District | 10 feet (b) |
| Adjacent to Rear Yard of Residential District | 20 feet (b)(d) |
| Adjacent to Nonresidential District | 5 feet (b)(c) |
Table Notes:
- (a) In all cases, a minimum setback of 10 feet from the curb face must be maintained [Table 32-2, Note a].
- (b) Distance is measured from the centerline of the alley [Table 32-2, Note b].
- (c) This setback may be reduced to 0 feet if the structure is attached to a building abutting the lot line, or if no building on the abutting lot is within 5 feet of the property line [Section 21.32.220, Note c].
- (d) For a single-story commercial building, this setback may be reduced to 10 feet through the site plan review process [Section 21.32.220, Note d].
Off-Street Parking Setbacks
The City of Long Beach requires that parking areas within the Community Commercial Pedestrian-Oriented (CCP) district be located to the side or rear of buildings to enhance the pedestrian character of the street [Section 21.32.020]. Parking facilities must adhere to the following setbacks from property lines.
CCP Parking Area Setback Standards
| Boundary Location | CCP District Requirement |
|---|---|
| Front Street | 10 feet |
| Side Street | 6 feet |
| Alley | 14 feet |
| Adjacent to Residential District | 5 feet |
| Adjacent to Nonresidential District | 5 feet |
| [Source: Table 32-2] |
Additional Yard and Clearance Standards
Beyond numerical setbacks, the Long Beach Municipal Code imposes several qualitative and safety-related requirements for yards in the CCP district:
Landscaping and Screening
All required yard areas in the CCP district must be clear of structures from the ground to the sky, unless otherwise permitted [Section 21.32.220]. These areas must be landscaped and maintained in a neat condition. Specifically, all required yard areas (excepting those abutting alleys or used for authorized outdoor dining) must contain a landscaped strip at least 5 feet in width [Section 21.32.225].
Corner Cutoffs
The City of Long Beach requires a corner cutoff at all intersections of streets, driveways, or alleys within the CCP district. This triangular area must be at least 6 feet by 6 feet. No structures or vegetation that might impede visibility or accessibility are permitted within the corner cutoff area up to a height of 8 feet [Section 21.32.240].
Permitted Projections
Certain structures are allowed to encroach into the required yards of the CCP district, including:
- Signs as permitted by the City's on-premises sign regulations.
- Awnings as allowed by the Uniform Building Code.
- Outdoor dining areas.
- Architectural elements allowed in residential districts, such as sills and chimneys [Section 21.32.240].
Sections Cited
- Section 21.30.010 - Districts designated
- Section 21.32.020 - Districts established
- Section 21.32.220 - Yards
- Section 21.32.225 - Required Landscaping
- Section 21.32.240 - Corner Cutoffs
- Table 32-2 - Commercial Development Standards