Los Angeles Zoning

C4 Zone in Los Angeles, CA

C4 zoning district rules in Los Angeles, CA. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.

Commercial DistrictHighway Commercial

The C4 zone in Los Angeles, CA is a commercial district (Highway Commercial). Permits automobile-oriented commercial uses along major arterials and highways. Designed to serve passing motorists and businesses requiring highway visibility.

Common Permitted Uses

  • Gas stations
  • Drive-through restaurants
  • Motels
  • Auto services
  • Truck stops

Permits automobile-oriented commercial uses along major arterials and highways. Designed to serve passing motorists and businesses requiring highway visibility.

Parking Requirements

Varies by use — typically 1 space per 250 sqft for retail, 1 per 300 sqft for office. Shared parking and transit reduction options available.

Source: LAMC Section 12.22 A.33 (Ordinance 186,481, eff 2019-12-19); California Government Code Chapter 13 §§66314–66333 (Stats. 2024 Ch. 7 §20). Last verified April 7, 2026. View source

Last updated: April 7, 2026
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