Manhattan Beach Zoning

The city of Manhattan Beach, California, has diverse zoning regulations for its different neighborhoods and commercial zones.

A helpful introduction to zoning considerations for those considering building in the area is provided by a local construction firm, White Sands, at this page (link goes offsite).

Vital City Zoning Pages/Links

A detailed zoning map published by the City of Manhattan Beach can be instantly downloaded from this link.

The city's broader zoning & development regulations page is here (link goes offsite).

Information on the "Residential Overlay District (ROD)" – areas now zoned for commercial development, where residential developments may be permissible – is provided on this city page.

A news report about a public forum about the ROD can be seen in this MB News story from April 2025 (both links go offsite).