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Agoura Hills — Parking

Q: What is the baseline parking requirement for a single‑family home in Agoura Hills?

Baseline requirement for a single‑family dwelling is 2 covered parking spaces provided within a garage; this is set out in the parking allocation rules at § 9654.6 .

Q: How many spaces do I need for a 10‑unit apartment building?

Use § 9654.6 : count per unit depends on unit size (studios, 1‑BR, 2‑BR). For example, a two‑bedroom unit baseline is 2 covered + 0.5 uncovered per unit (confirm district adjustments). Multiply by unit counts and show assignment; see § 9654.6 .

Q: Do ADUs require their own parking in Agoura Hills?

Yes—generally one (1) off‑street parking space is required for an ADU in addition to primary residence parking, but several exemptions apply (within ½ mile of transit, within a historic district, ADU in existing accessory structure, on‑street permit areas, near a car‑share space). See the ADU parking rules at § 9283.5(7) .

Q: Can I count tandem parking toward required spaces?

Tandem parking is generally prohibited except where a specific provision allows it (ADU parking explicitly allows tandem on an existing driveway). See the tandem rule in the parking design subsections and ADU exceptions: § 9654.5(I) and § 9283.5(7) .

Q: What bicycle parking does the city require?

A stationary bike rack or secure facility is required at the ratio one bicycle space per 25 parking spaces ; lockers may be provided additionally but cannot replace required racks. See the bicycle parking standard in the 9654 design subsections. § 9654.5(L) .

Q: Where do loading bay sizes and counts come from?

Loading space counts and sizes are specified in the 9654 design rules: small office/retail (<30,000 sq ft) need a 12' × 25' × 14' off‑street bay; larger uses require 12' × 50' × 14' . See § 9654.5(M) .

Q: Can I use shared parking for a mixed‑use project?

Potentially: shared parking is allowed only where the district or overlay specifically authorizes it (the AH overlay and certain specific plans reference shared parking procedures and tables). Residential assigned parking is usually not eligible for shared credits. Check § 9526.1.F and § 9654.2.K.5 (and § 9654.6 ).

Q: Are there special landscaping requirements for parking lots?

Yes. The code requires landscaped planters (minimum 8‑ft wide finger planters every ten spaces, canopy/percent requirements), and overlay districts such as AH may impose higher canopy coverage (e.g., 40% ). See § 9526 and the parking design subsections.

Q: What are the accessible (ADA) parking rules in the zoning code?

The zoning code adopts a handicapped parking table by total lot spaces (1 for 1–25 spaces; more as totals increase) and details stall dimensions and proximity requirements; consult the handicapped subsection in the 9654 design rules for the required counts and stall dimensions. § 9654.5(B) .

Q: If my project proposes an underground or structured parking garage, is that allowed?

Yes — parking structures, subterranean/underground parking and similar facilities are permitted where identified, and many overlay/district texts specifically permit them by right for residential or mixed‑use projects; check the district text and § 9654 references that permit parking structures as part of a development. See the AH/PD/CS‑MU cross‑references (e.g., § 9525—9526 and the 9654 series).

Parking under the Agoura Hills local zoning and planning code, with the controlling citations.

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Last reviewed: July 3, 2026

Overview

This page summarizes how the City of Agoura Hills regulates parking (off‑street vehicle parking, loading, and bicycle parking) in the local zoning ordinance (Article IX). The primary rules that set parking amounts and design standards live in § 9654.6 and the 9654 series (design/installation standards); accessory dwelling unit (ADU) parking rules sit in the § 9283 ADU rules. See the city's zoning overview and maps for context on where rules apply.

Note: links below point to related Agoura Hills menu pages you will likely need when preparing plans: the city's zoning, development standards, design review, overlay districts, and the ADU page ADUs. Where building-code detail is relevant (electrical, accessibility), consult the California Building Standards Code.

Where the rules live (quick map)

Parking amounts (how many spaces per use): § 9654.6 (Parking allocation) — residential, commercial, and a line for ADUs that cross-references the ADU section.
Parking design, dimensions, compact stalls, handicapped stalls, slopes, lighting, wheel stops, bicycle parking, and loading standards: the 9654 series (see § 9654.5 and related subsections for design/installation standards).
ADU parking and exemptions: § 9283 (ADU standards), including the one‑space rule and transit/historic exemptions at § 9283.5(7).
Overlay/special districts (modify how parking landscaping, shared parking, or mixed‑use parking are handled): § 9525—9526 (AH overlay) and other district-specific parts (for example, § 9389.10 for POM).

District-by-district breakdown (how parking rules apply on common Agoura Hills zones)

Note: In all districts the baseline numeric parking requirements and most design rules are drawn from § 9654 (see § 9654.6 for allocation). If a district text points to chapter 6/9654, follow the chapter 6 rules unless the district says otherwise.

RH — Residential High Density

Purpose / typical uses: multiunit housing, townhouse/condominium developments consistent with density in the RH district.
Key dimensional standards: maximum height 35 ft / 2 stories, front/side/rear yards as listed (front 15 ft, rear 10 ft, side 7 ft, street side 10 ft) — see § 9273.5–9273.6.
Parking: Off‑street parking and loading “shall comply with the provisions of chapter 6” — i.e., the § 9654 series (so count per unit and design specs from § 9654.6 and 9654 design subsections). Verify required covered vs. uncovered split in the district text where it appears. § 9273.8 and § 9654.6.

RM / RS / RL / RV — Residential districts (Medium / Single‑family / Low / Very low)

Purpose / typical uses: single‑family dwellings (RS), small‑scale multi‑family (RM), and lower density residential types.
Key dimensional standards: each district lists yards and coverage in its section; parking is treated as a land‑use support function. For multi‑family the zoning tables normally require assigned covered spaces and guest parking rules (see § 9654.6 for per‑unit counts, and district-specific cross‑references such as the RM/RH provisions).
Where it applies: citywide according to the zoning map and the district code blocks in Chapter 2. Verify covered/assigned vs. guest parking allocations in the applicable district section (for example, condo assignments are discussed in conversion/condo rules).

CS‑MU (Commercial Service — Mixed Use) and PD in Agoura Village Specific Plan (mixed‑use)

Purpose / typical uses: mixed‑use developments combining retail/office and residential within a project.
Key dimensional standards: the AH overlay adds special FAR, setbacks and parking landscaping (see § 9526.1 and § 9525). For mixed‑use projects the ordinance requires simultaneous construction of residential and nonresidential parts and expressly relies on the § 9654.6 parking allocation for nonresidential uses in mixed developments, with shared‑parking allowed only where the district/overlay authorizes it (see § 9526.1.F and § 9526.2.H).

POM — Professional/Office/Medical (example special commercial district)

Purpose / typical uses: office, medical, professional services.
Parking expectations: district requires high urban design around parking, bike racks and pedestrian connections; parking still follows § 9654 except the district adds rules encouraging shared parking studies and landscaping islands and requires bicycle storage in convenient locations per § 9389.7–9389.10.

AH overlay — Agoura Hills overlay district

Purpose / typical uses: special rules for specific properties to steer mixed‑use and parking design.
Key standards affecting parking: the overlay cross‑references chapter 6 (9654) for off‑street parking but adds drainage, landscaping, and parking‑lot canopy coverage goals (tree canopy covering 40% of parking area, minimum 8‑ft finger planters every 10 stalls, etc.). Shared parking rules for mixed‑use are explicitly authorized under § 9526.1.F (table cross‑reference to § 9654.2.K.5) and overlay standards amend parking landscaping and siting expectations. § 9525—9526.

Most decision‑relevant standards (quick table)

Topic	Requirement / Rule (plain English)	Code Reference
Residential parking (single‑family)	2 covered spaces per single‑family dwelling, provided in a garage	§ 9654.6
Apartments (typical)	Studios: 1 covered + 0.5 uncovered; 1‑BR: 1.5 covered + 1.0 uncovered; 2+ BR: 2 covered + 0.5 uncovered (districts may adjust)	§ 9654.6; AH overlay modifies in § 9525.6
ADU parking	1 off‑street parking space for an ADU, in addition to primary unit; tandem allowed; several exemptions listed (transit/historic/within primary structure etc.)	§ 9283.5(7) (ADU rules) and § 9654.6 (cross‑ref).
Commercial/office	Example: 1 per 300 sq ft gross floor area for business & professional offices and many similar uses (other uses have their own rates in § 9654.6)	§ 9654.6
Bicycle parking	Provide a stationary bicycle rack at the ratio 1 bike space per 25 parking spaces; lockers allowed as additional facilities but not in lieu of required racks	§ 9654.5(L) (design standards)
Handicapped spaces	Required counts (1 for 1–25 spaces; 2 for 26–50; scaled up to 2% or specified table for very large lots); accessible stalls sized and striped per code	§ 9654.5(B) (handicapped requirements)
Loading spaces / sizes	Office & retail <30,000 sq ft: one 12' × 25' × 14' high off‑street bay; larger uses: 12' × 50' × 14' high	§ 9654.5(M) (loading) and related text.
Parking stall dimensions (compact/standard)	Compact stall dimensions by angle and min lengths (e.g., 90°: 8'6" curb × 15' stall depth; other angles in table); residential covered stalls 10' × 20' clear inside	§ 9654.5(A) (stall sizes & compact rules).
Parking lot landscaping	Minimum tree canopy / percent requirements and finger planters every 10 spaces; overlay AH increases canopy % to 40% for AH projects	§ 9526 / § 9654.5 (landscaping rules)
Tandem parking	Generally prohibited unless the specific section permits it (some exceptions for ADUs and driveway tandem for ADUs)	§ 9654.5(I) (tandem prohibition) and ADU rules § 9283.5(7) for allowed tandem ADU parking.

Plain‑English synthesis and practical guidance

Count required spaces using § 9654.6 as your baseline for the use(s) proposed; where a zoning district or overlay points to chapter 6, that chapter controls design and counts. If you propose mixed‑use, check the overlay (for example AH overlay § 9526.1.F) about shared‑parking rules and whether shared parking is allowed.
Design/layout requirements (stall sizes, handicap layout, bicycle racks, wheel stops, slopes, illumination, landscaping) are found in the 9654 design subsections — treat those as mandatory plan details; compact stalls and their labeling are allowed only where the code and Planning Commission allow.
ADUs: plan for one additional off‑street space unless you qualify for an exemption in the ADU section (transit proximity, historic district, built‑in accessory structure, car‑share space, or on‑street parking permit areas) — see § 9283.5(7). Tandem on an existing driveway is explicitly allowed for ADU parking.

Checklist (what an applicant must satisfy before approval)

Determine the primary land use(s) and compute required spaces per § 9654.6 (residential, commercial, ADU cross‑check).
If proposing shared parking or a mixed‑use reduction, prepare a shared‑parking study where required by the overlay or district and reference the applicable table in § 9654.2.K.5 / overlay rules.
Show stall layouts with dimensions (include compact stalls if requested and marked), ADA stalls per the handicapped table, wheel stops, ingress/egress, and slopes complying with the design subsections (see § 9654.5).
Provide bicycle parking per 1 per 25 car spaces and show rack/locker type and location on the plan.
Provide parking‑lot landscaping plan (finger planters every ten spaces, canopy targets, irrigation) per district or overlay (e.g., § 9526 for AH overlay).
For ADUs: indicate whether you claim any ADU parking exemption and show tandem space if used; reference § 9283.5(7).
Include loading bays sized per the rule (if your use triggers loading requirements) and show any screening/placement required by the district.

Risks & Ambiguities

Issue	Why it matters	What to verify
Shared‑parking applicability	Some overlays (AH) allow shared parking for mixed‑use but residential assigned parking is exempt from sharing — misapplying shared credits can underdeliver required resident spaces	Verify whether your site/district explicitly allows shared parking (see § 9526.1.F and § 9654.6).
Exact subsection letters in design rules	The 9654 design standards are broken into many labeled subsections (A, B, K, L, M); quoting the wrong subsection can lead to errors in stall dims or ADA counts	Use the text in § 9654.5 and attach the exact subsection citations on plans (e.g., 9654.5(A) for dimensions, 9654.5(L) for bicycle).
ADU exemption claims	ADU parking exemptions are fact‑specific (distance to transit, historic district status, on‑street permit rules)	Verify transit stops, historic‑district boundaries, and local on‑street permit programs before claiming an exemption under § 9283.5(7).
Tandem parking	Tandem parking is normally disallowed, but ADUs and some conditional approvals permit it — misuse may cause plan denial	Confirm the applicable allowance in § 9654.5(I) and ADU rule § 9283.5(7) if you intend tandem spaces.
Parking landscaping / canopy targets	Overlay districts (AH) may impose higher canopy/landscaping quotas like 40% of parking canopy in AH	If your parcel is in AH overlay check § 9526 for the development’s landscape/planting commitments.

Plain‑English Summary

Agoura Hills sets how many off‑street car, bicycle, and loading spaces you need mainly in § 9654.6 and enforces detailed layout/design requirements in the 9654 design subsections; ADUs get a special one‑space rule plus listed exemptions in the ADU chapter (see § 9283.5(7)). Consult the applicable zoning district or overlay text (for example AH overlay §§ 9525–9526) for district‑specific parking landscape or shared‑parking rules before finalizing plans.

Source References

Agoura Hills zoning code, Article IX (Zoning) — Parking allocation and design: § 9654.6 and related 9654 subsections (parking allocation, design, bicycle parking, loading, ADA).
Compact/standard stall sizes and handicapped layout language (parking stall tables and dimensions): referenced in the 9654 design text.
ADU parking and exemptions: ADU standards (ADU parking requirement and exemptions) — § 9283 / ADU section, including the parking exemption list.
AH overlay parking and landscaping specifics: § 9525—9526 (AH overlay development standards and shared parking cross‑references).
POM district parking/amenity requirements (bike racks, pedestrian connections): § 9389.7–9389.10.

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Cited sections

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Frequently asked questions

What is the baseline parking requirement for a single‑family home in Agoura Hills?

Baseline requirement for a single‑family dwelling is 2 covered parking spaces provided within a garage; this is set out in the parking allocation rules at § 9654.6.

How many spaces do I need for a 10‑unit apartment building?

Use § 9654.6: count per unit depends on unit size (studios, 1‑BR, 2‑BR). For example, a two‑bedroom unit baseline is 2 covered + 0.5 uncovered per unit (confirm district adjustments). Multiply by unit counts and show assignment; see § 9654.6.

Do ADUs require their own parking in Agoura Hills?

Yes—generally one (1) off‑street parking space is required for an ADU in addition to primary residence parking, but several exemptions apply (within ½ mile of transit, within a historic district, ADU in existing accessory structure, on‑street permit areas, near a car‑share space). See the ADU parking rules at § 9283.5(7).

Can I count tandem parking toward required spaces?

Tandem parking is generally prohibited except where a specific provision allows it (ADU parking explicitly allows tandem on an existing driveway). See the tandem rule in the parking design subsections and ADU exceptions: § 9654.5(I) and § 9283.5(7).

What bicycle parking does the city require?

A stationary bike rack or secure facility is required at the ratio one bicycle space per 25 parking spaces; lockers may be provided additionally but cannot replace required racks. See the bicycle parking standard in the 9654 design subsections. § 9654.5(L).

Where do loading bay sizes and counts come from?

Loading space counts and sizes are specified in the 9654 design rules: small office/retail (<30,000 sq ft) need a 12' × 25' × 14' off‑street bay; larger uses require 12' × 50' × 14'. See § 9654.5(M).

Can I use shared parking for a mixed‑use project?

Potentially: shared parking is allowed only where the district or overlay specifically authorizes it (the AH overlay and certain specific plans reference shared parking procedures and tables). Residential assigned parking is usually not eligible for shared credits. Check § 9526.1.F and § 9654.2.K.5 (and § 9654.6).

Are there special landscaping requirements for parking lots?

Yes. The code requires landscaped planters (minimum 8‑ft wide finger planters every ten spaces, canopy/percent requirements), and overlay districts such as AH may impose higher canopy coverage (e.g., 40%). See § 9526 and the parking design subsections.

What are the accessible (ADA) parking rules in the zoning code?

The zoning code adopts a handicapped parking table by total lot spaces (1 for 1–25 spaces; more as totals increase) and details stall dimensions and proximity requirements; consult the handicapped subsection in the 9654 design rules for the required counts and stall dimensions. § 9654.5(B).

If my project proposes an underground or structured parking garage, is that allowed?

Yes — parking structures, subterranean/underground parking and similar facilities are permitted where identified, and many overlay/district texts specifically permit them by right for residential or mixed‑use projects; check the district text and § 9654 references that permit parking structures as part of a development. See the AH/PD/CS‑MU cross‑references (e.g., § 9525—9526 and the 9654 series).

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