Coastal Zone (Green)
- Permitting Authority: City of Long Beach
- Appeals: Local jurisdiction in accordance with Zoning Regulations
If you plan any development in the City’s Coastal Zone, you need a:
- Local Coastal Development Permit (LCDP)
- Or Coastal Permit Categorical Exclusion (CPCE)
For Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), you must obtain an Administrative LCDP before submitting your plans. A hearing is not required, and you cannot appeal the decision locally.
Appealable Area (Yellow)
- Permitting Authority: City of Long Beach
- Appeals: Local jurisdiction and California Coastal Commission
If you plan any development in the Appealable Area, you need a:
- Local Coastal Development Permit (LCDP)
- Or Coastal Permit Categorical Exclusion (CPCE)
You can appeal coastal permits to both the City and the California Coastal Commission. If you appeal to the Commission, they will either grant or deny your application. For more details on their appeal process, check the California Coastal Commission website.
For Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in the Coastal Zone, you must obtain an Administrative LCDP before submitting your plans. No hearing is required. These approvals can only be appealed to the California Coastal Commission.
Coastal Commission Permit Jurisdiction (Red)
- Permitting Authority: California Coastal Commission
If your project is located within the California Coastal Commission’s Original Permit Jurisdiction, you must receive approval directly from the Commission. For questions about the permitting process, please directly contact the South Coast District Office.
Dock Harbor Permits
For dock or harbor structure projects, you must first obtain clearance from the City of Long Beach Marine Bureau and Planning Bureau before submitting an application to the California Coastal Commission. Visit the Dock Harbor Permitting Procedures webpage for more information.
