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What is a Zoning Violation?

A zoning violation is any land use maintained contrary to the provisions of Title 22. Common zoning violations include the following examples:

Garage Conversions

Every single family residence built after 1955 and located on a lot of less than one acre is required to maintain covered off-street parking facilities.

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Inoperable Vehicle Storage

Inoperable vehicles that are not part of a classical car collection are prohibited on private property.

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Storage of Vehicles in Front Yard

The parking or storage of vehicles in front yard areas is prohibited unless on a driveway.

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Commercial Vehicle Storage

Commercial vehicles exceeding 6,000 pounds cannot park on a public street in any residential or agricultural zone for more than two hours. They may not be stored on private property.

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Commercial Uses in Residential Zones

Businesses are prohibited in residential zones - unless a qualifying home based occupation.

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Junk and Salvage

Storing items classified as junk and salvage material on commercial, residential and agricultural properties is not permitted.

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Business Signs

There are many specific requirements regarding the placement of business signs in commercial zones. Temporary signage such as banners and portable signs are prohibited.

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Outside Display and/or Sales

Merchandise displayed and sold outside of an enclosed building is generally prohibited.

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This is a partial list of common violation types. If you have any specific inquiry regarding a possible zoning violation, please call the Zoning Enforcement Section at (213) 974-6453 or (213) 974-6483. If you require reasonable accommodations or materials in an alternative format, please contact the ADA Coordinator at (213) 974-6488 (Voice) or (213) 617-2292 (TDD), with at least three business days notice.

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