OP-2 Zone in Santa Monica, CA
OP-2 zoning district rules in Santa Monica, CA. Permitted uses, setbacks, height limits, and lot coverage requirements.
The OP-2 zone in Santa Monica, CA is a residential district.
Parking Requirements
Single-family: 2 covered spaces per single-family dwelling. Garage or carport required. Santa Monica's small lots sometimes make garage provision challenging — many properties have tandem garages. Multi-family: 1–2 spaces per unit. Significantly reduced or no minimum near Metro E Line stations (Downtown SM, 17th St/SMC, 26th St/Bergamot). Santa Monica has some of the lowest parking minimums in Southern California.
Source: Santa Monica Municipal Code Chapter 9.31.290 — Accessory Dwelling Units; California Government Code §§66314–66333 (Stats. 2024 Ch. 7 §20). Last verified April 6, 2026. View source