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Villa Park — Parking

Parking under the Villa Park local zoning and planning code, with the controlling citations.

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Last reviewed: July 3, 2026

Overview

This page summarizes what the Villa Park zoning/planning ordinance requires on parking (off-street vehicle parking, loading, driveway design, and the local ADU / SB 9 parking rules). It is drawn from Villa Park Municipal Code Title 23 (Zoning): the primary off-street parking rules live in Article 23-15 and complementary rules are in zone-specific articles (for example C‑N, C‑P, OS, and residential articles). See the Villa Park zoning & planning overview for larger context. Parking is also reviewed as part of site plan review and design procedures.

(First internal links: "Villa Park zoning & planning overview" and "parking" below.)

Controlling local ordinance and how it fits together (quick)

  • Base off-street rules: § 23-15.1 – § 23-15.7 (Article 23-15) — general location, paving, grades, stall layout, residential ratios, commercial use tables and educational-use ratios.
  • Site plan and design checks: § 23-23.2 (Site Plan Review) — drawings must show parking, circulation, and loading.
  • Zone-level development standards call back to Article 23-15 (e.g., C‑N § 23-7.5/7.6; C‑P § 23-7.12; OS § 23-10.2) and specify where parking may be placed (setbacks, landscaped front yards, etc.).
  • ADU parking rules: § 23-22.6(d) — local ADU parking specifics and state-law exceptions.
  • SB 9 two‑unit (urban lot split) parking: rules in Article 23-24 (two‑unit / SB 9 rules) require one (1) parking space (with defined driveway minimum) unless transit/car‑share exceptions apply.

Also see the Villa Park Development Standards and the City’s Design Review process for how parking appears on plans and gets evaluated.

District-by-district (how parking rules interact with each local zone)

Note: each subsection below summarizes the zone purpose, typical uses, where parking rules are enforced, and the most decision‑relevant dimensional/parking items pulled from the Villa Park code. All numeric requirements are quoted from the cited local sections.

R-1 (Single‑Family Residential) and E-4 (Single‑Family Estate)

  • Purpose / uses: single‑family dwellings and accessory uses (parks, home occupations subject to limits).
  • Parking rules: For each single‑family dwelling, two (2) usable automobile parking spaces in a garage are required on the site (measurement by exterior garage dimensions). Garage conversion or home occupations cannot eliminate required off‑street parking. § 23-15.3(a) and home‑occupation rules reference maintaining required residential off‑street parking.
  • Typical practical checks: ensure the garage remains usable (not converted without replacement), driveways meet width/grade rules where applicable, and any ADU/junior ADU parking exceptions are applied correctly (see ADU subsection).

C‑N (Commercial — Neighborhood Center)

  • Purpose / uses: neighborhood commercial services and retail; development standards intended to create a cohesive center. Parking is regulated by Article 23‑15 and C‑N performance standards shape how much of front setbacks may be used for parking. § 23-7.5 / § 23-7.6.
  • Key rules that affect design: required front and street side yards must be landscaped to 10 ft depth; remaining front/street side setback areas may be used for off‑street parking but landscaping percentages apply (an added 5% of parcel area and 25% of that landscaping must be in the parking area). Loading/unloading must be on‑site and screened. See Article 23‑15.6 for the use‑by‑use parking table.

C‑P (Commercial‑Professional)

  • Purpose / uses: professional and small‑scale commercial; property development standards refer to Article 23‑15 for of‑street parking. Front/street side yards landscape requirements mirror C‑N (10 ft landscape). § 23‑7.12.

OS (Open Space)

  • Purpose / uses: parks, trails, preservation and limited public facilities; public parking facilities are an explicitly permitted use (i.e., public parking lots can be established under OS where appropriate). § 23‑10.2(j) and site development standards reference Article 23‑15 for off‑street parking.

SB 9 / Two‑Unit (Urban lot split) developments (Article 23‑24)

  • Purpose / uses: local implementation of state SB 9 rules for urban lot splits / two‑unit projects. Parking for SB 9 two‑unit developments: one (1) parking space per parcel, accessed by a minimum 12‑ft by 20‑ft driveway, unless the parcel is within ½ mile of a high‑quality transit corridor / major transit stop or within one block of a car‑share vehicle. Covered parking preferred but not required. (Article 23‑24 / SB 9 rules in the code).

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) (Article 23‑22)

  • Parking: One (1) parking space is required for attached and single‑story detached ADUs; an additional one (1) parking space is required for detached two‑story ADUs. Existing parking may count; tandem driveway parking is allowed. However, the City will not impose ADU parking standards in specific circumstances (within ½ mile of public transit, ADU part of primary residence or accessory structure, on‑street permit situations, or within 1 block of car‑share). Demolition of a garage for an ADU does not automatically trigger replacement parking for removed uncovered spaces in some situations — see the ADU article for details. § 23‑22.6(d).

(First internal link to the ADU page:) Villa Park ADUs

Most decision‑relevant standards (quick reference table)

Topic / Use Requirement (Villa Park) Code reference
Off‑site parking allowed? Required parking must be located on the same building site (not in public ultimate ROW). § 23‑15.2(a)
Single‑family dwelling 2 garage spaces per dwelling (on‑site). § 23‑15.3(a)
Multi‑family dwelling (by bedroom) Studio 1.2; 1‑bed 1.5; 2‑bed 2; 3+ 2.4 spaces/unit; min 1 covered/garage per unit; guest parking 1 per 5 units. § 23‑15.3(b)
C‑N common retail rate General retail 1 / 250 sf; restaurant dine‑in 1 / 150 sf; bank 1 / 200 sf. (Use table for full list.) § 23‑15.6
Parking paving & slopes Paved with asphalt or concrete; retail stalls/aisles max 2% grade; other stalls max 5%; driveway grade limits vary by use (see § 23‑15.2(e)). § 23‑15.2(e), (f)
Aisle & access widths Access drives to aisles 28 ft; two‑way aisles 24 ft minimum; driveway min width 20 ft two‑way / 10 ft one‑way. § 23‑15.5(a–d)
ADU parking 1 space for attached/single‑story detached; +1 for detached two‑story; exemptions apply (transit/car‑share/part of primary structure). § 23‑22.6(d)
SB 9 two‑unit parking 1 parking space required; driveway min 12 ft × 20 ft unless transit/car‑share exceptions apply. Article 23‑24 (SB 9)
Loading All loading/unloading must be on‑site; show loading on site plan and screen loading areas. § 23‑7.6(f); Site Plan § 23‑23.2(8)
Disabled parking Conform to State Vehicle Code / building accessibility rules (Title 24) for required accessible stalls. § 23‑15.2(g) and California Building Standards Code (Title 24)

Practical guidance / interpretation notes

  • Design your site plan to show the exact number and layout of spaces, pedestrian routes and service/loading areas — Site Plan Review requires the location, dimensions, number of spaces, arrangement, and internal circulation to be drawn and dimensioned. § 23‑23.2(c)(5–8).
  • Where your project spans zoning rules (e.g., a mixed residential/commercial project) submit a parking plan and expect City Traffic Engineer review; mixed uses must demonstrate adequacy or propose shared‑parking approaches (Article 23‑15 allows alternative shared‑parking under approval). § 23‑15.6.
  • Driveway construction and grades are enforceable; if access requires ramps beyond limits or exceeds slope allowances you will need engineering transitions or a variance. See § 23‑15.2(e) and § 23‑15.5(c).
  • ADUs: city follows many state ADU rules but also lists local parking counts and transit exceptions — check § 23‑22.6(d) before assuming no parking will be required.

(First internal links used earlier: Development standards and Design Review)

Checklist

  • Include a site plan that shows the number of spaces, dimensions, stalls and internal circulation (turning aisles), and any loading areas — required by § 23‑23.2(c).
  • Confirm residential parking counts: 2 covered spaces for single‑family (§ 23‑15.3(a)); multi‑family by bedroom table (§ 23‑15.3(b)).
  • For commercial uses, apply the specific use‑based rates in § 23‑15.6 (C‑N table) and show calculations.
  • Pave parking and maneuvering areas with acceptable all‑weather surfacing and comply with slope limits. § 23‑15.2(f) and § 23‑15.5(c).
  • Show required landscaping and screening for parking areas (C‑N/C‑P front yard landscaping rules where applicable — § 23‑7.6, § 23‑7.13).
  • For ADUs, show ADU parking (or demonstrate applicable exemption such as transit proximity) per § 23‑22.6(d).
  • Provide accessible (handicapped) parking per State standards; identify them on plans (Title 24 / California Building Standards Code).
  • For SB 9 two‑unit proposals, show 12 ft × 20 ft driveway access or claim one of the SB 9 exceptions (transit/car‑share) — Article 23‑24.

Risks & Ambiguities

Issue Why it matters What to verify
Bicycle parking requirements Villa Park zoning text reviewed does not include local bicycle parking minimums (bike parking is handled by state green code/building rules in many places). Without local standards you may still face plan‑level requests during review. Verify with City planning whether bicycle parking is required for your use; the Villa Park code did not include a local bicycle parking table in retrieved materials. (Not found in retrieved materials)
On‑street parking credit / counting Some state rules and local incentives allow adjustments; Villa Park's off‑street rules assume on‑site parking. Mixing on‑street credit is not described in Article 23‑15. Confirm with Planning / Traffic Engineer whether on‑street parking can count toward required spaces. § 23‑15.2 prohibits using property in the ultimate right‑of‑way for required parking.
ADU replacement parking after garage demolition State law and local ADU section provide exceptions; local language includes some conditions and fee waivers tied to replaced covered parking. Verify whether your garage demolition to create an ADU will trigger replacement parking or fee waivers — see § 23‑22.6(d) and County/State ADU rules.
SB 9 driveway feasibility / shared driveways SB 9 requires a 12×20 driveway for 1 parking space; steep slopes, shared access or flag lots may make compliance difficult. Verify with City whether any local design exception, variance, or additional engineering will be needed (Article 23‑24).
Bicycle charging / EV readiness Villa Park code text reviewed does not set EV‑charging or EV‑capable parking minimums; statewide codes (Title 24 / Green Code) set EV readiness/charging requirements that may apply at building permit. Confirm with Building / Planning and reference the California Building Standards Code for EV/green parking measures. (Local code silent; Title 24 applies)

Plain-English Summary

Villa Park requires most required parking to be provided on the same lot, with residential parking set at 2 covered spaces for single‑family units and multi‑family rates governed by a bedroom‑based table; commercial uses use the Article 23‑15 use table. Driveways, paving, grades, landscape and loading must meet design and site‑plan rules. ADUs and SB 9 two‑unit projects have specific, narrower parking rules and transit/car‑share exceptions — always check the Site Plan Review and the ADU / SB 9 article that applies to your parcel.

Source References

  • Article 23‑15 (Off‑Street Parking Regulations) — Sec. 23‑15.1 – Sec. 23‑15.7 (general purpose, location, residential table, commercial table, design, paving and grades).
  • C‑N zone development & performance standards (landscaping, front yard parking allowances) — § 23‑7.5 / § 23‑7.6.
  • C‑P zone development standards (referencing Article 23‑15 for parking) — § 23‑7.12 / § 23‑7.13.
  • OS zone uses (explicitly permits public parking facilities) — § 23‑10.2(j) and site standards referencing Article 23‑15.
  • Site Plan Review requirements (information to show on plans: parking, loading, circulation) — § 23‑23.2(c)(5–8) and review § 23‑23.3.
  • ADU standards including parking and exemptions — Sec. 23‑22.6(d) (Accessory Dwelling Units).
  • SB 9 / Two‑unit (urban lot split) parking minimums and driveway dimensions — Article 23‑24 (two‑unit/SB 9 rules).
  • Accessible parking and building‑code standards: California Building Standards Code / Title 24 (accessibility; accessible parking). California Building Standards Code

Sources

Retrieved passages

  • Villa Park Zoning Code (section shall) High relevance
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  • Villa Park Zoning Code (§ 1) Medium relevance
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  • Villa Park Zoning Code (§ 2) Medium relevance
  • Villa Park Zoning Code (§ 1) Medium relevance
  • Villa Park Zoning Code (§ 2) Medium relevance
  • CBC § 800 (section of) Medium relevance
  • California Building Code Medium relevance
  • Villa Park Zoning Code (Chapter shall) Medium relevance
  • Villa Park Zoning Code (section and) Medium relevance
  • Villa Park Zoning Code (§ 9) Medium relevance
  • Villa Park Zoning Code (chapter need) Medium relevance
  • California Residential Code Medium relevance
  • California Residential Code Medium relevance
  • California Residential Code Medium relevance
  • Villa Park Zoning Code (section 23-26.11.) Medium relevance
  • Villa Park Zoning Code (Section 65852.2.) Medium relevance
  • Villa Park Zoning Code (§ 23) Medium relevance
  • Villa Park Zoning Code (Article 23-15.) Medium relevance
  • CBC § 1132A.1 (Section 1132A.1_) Medium relevance
  • Villa Park Zoning Code (§ 2) Medium relevance
  • Villa Park Zoning Code (§ 2) Medium relevance
  • Villa Park Zoning Code (§ 3) Medium relevance
  • Villa Park Zoning Code (§ 19300.5) Medium relevance

Cited sections

Frequently asked questions

What is the required parking for a new single‑family house in Villa Park?

A new single‑family dwelling must provide two (2) usable automobile parking spaces in a garage on the building site; measurements use the exterior dimensions of the garage. § 23‑15.3(a).

How many parking spaces does a 2‑bedroom apartment require?

Multi‑family parking is by bedroom: a 2‑bed unit requires 2 spaces per unit and at least one space per unit must be in a garage or covered carport; guest parking is required at a rate of 1 per 5 units. § 23‑15.3(b).

Where do I show parking and loading on my site plan?

The site plan must show the location, dimensions, number of spaces, arrangement, internal circulation and the location, dimensions and access of loading facilities as part of Site Plan Review under § 23‑23.2(c).

Does Villa Park require ADUs to provide parking?

Yes: the ADU rules require one (1) parking space for attached and single‑story detached ADUs, and one additional for detached two‑story ADUs — but the city lists specific exemptions (within ½ mile of transit, ADU part of the primary residence or accessory structure, on‑street permit limitations, or within 1 block of a car‑share). See § 23‑22.6(d).

Can I use front setback or street side yard for parking in commercial zones?

In C‑N and C‑P zones the required front and street side yards must be landscaped to a 10‑ft depth, and the ordinance allows remaining setback areas to be used for required off‑street parking subject to landscaping percentages and screening under § 23‑7.6 and § 23‑7.13. § 23‑7.5 / § 23‑7.6; parking design still must meet Article 23‑15 standards.

Do SB 9 two‑unit developments have different parking rules?

Yes. Villa Park’s SB 9 / two‑unit provisions require one (1) parking space for the two‑unit project, accessed by a 12‑ft by 20‑ft driveway, unless the parcel is within ½ mile of high‑quality transit, a major transit stop, or within one block of a car‑share vehicle. See Article 23‑24 (SB 9).

Are loading operations allowed in the public right‑of‑way?

No — loading and unloading operations must be performed on the site; site plans must indicate loading location and access and loading areas should be screened as required by the zone performance standards (e.g., C‑N). See § 23‑7.6(f) and site plan rules § 23‑23.2(8).

Does Villa Park list bicycle parking minimums?

Not in the Villa Park zoning articles retrieved: there is no explicit local bicycle‑parking table in the Villa Park Title 23 materials we reviewed. Bicycle parking is often governed by statewide green‑building or municipal parking policies — verify with City Planning. (Not found in retrieved materials)

What parcel‑specific checks trigger variances or alternative standards?

If site geometry, topography or design prevents meeting Article 23‑15 standards, a variance or an Alternative Development Standard (shared parking or other) can be requested, but variances require findings and are discretionary (see Article 23‑19). § 23‑19 and the alternative‑standard allowances in Article 23‑15 (shared parking) apply.

If I remove a garage to build an ADU, do I have to replace the parking?

Villa Park’s ADU rules address garage demolition: when a garage/carport is converted to an ADU and the applicant voluntarily provides replacement covered parking for the primary residence, processing fees may be waived; the ADU parking rules also state when replacement parking is not required. Read § 23‑22.6(d) closely and verify with Planning.

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