New construction · Redondo Beach
Can I tear down and rebuild my house in Redondo Beach?
Tear-down and rebuild is allowed in Redondo Beach on most legally conforming parcels, but the path depends on the parcel's zoning, lot conformance, and any historic / hillside / coastal overlays. R-1 envelope set by FAR and 26/30-foot height limits; small-lot rules in R-2/R-3 govern much of North Redondo's infill housing.
What changes the answer in Redondo Beach.
Redondo Beach uses R-1, R-2, R-3, and RMD districts; R-2/R-3 small-lot detached and attached SFRs are widespread in North Redondo. Most R-1 SFRs ministerial; R-2/R-3 projects with shared walls and small-lot subdivisions trigger Planning Division review and (for Coastal Zone parcels) CDP.
- R-1 envelope set by FAR and 26/30-foot height limits; small-lot rules in R-2/R-3 govern much of North Redondo's infill housing.
- Most R-1 SFRs ministerial; R-2/R-3 projects with shared walls and small-lot subdivisions trigger Planning Division review and (for Coastal Zone parcels) CDP.
- Coastal Zone covers shoreline parcels — CDP required. Salt-air corrosion specs apply in beach-facing neighborhoods.
Source-backed note
Demolition + new construction are reviewed by City of Redondo Beach Community Development Department — Building & Safety Division alongside any required planning / coastal / hillside review.
Local authority: City of Redondo Beach Community Development Department — Building & Safety Division
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