Hollywood's Parking Rules: The Rules That Matter

Every city handles parking rules a little differently. In Hollywood, Florida, there are 7 distinct rules that residents and property owners should be aware of. Some are stricter than what neighboring cities enforce, and others are more relaxed. Here is what you need to know.

RV & Boat Parking

Boats and RVs must be parked on a hard, improved surface (concrete, asphalt, or pavers) in the side or rear yard where accessible, and screened from adjacent properties by fence or hedge. One boat, RV, or trailer per property. RV not exceeding 25 ft may park on front driveway if rear is not accessible.

Key details: Location: Side or rear yard; front driveway if ≤ 25 ft and rear inaccessible. Surface: Hard improved surface required (no lawn parking). Screening: Fence or hedge screening from adjacent properties. Limit: One boat, RV, or trailer per property.

Vehicles parked in violation may be cited by Code Enforcement. RVs are prohibited in Hollywood Beach street parking areas. Contact: Office of Parking (954) 921-3535.

Street Parking Limits

Hollywood prohibits dead storage of vehicles on public right-of-way for more than 24 hours. All vehicles must display current registration and be in moveable condition with inflated tires. FL §316.1945 governs street parking statewide.

Key details: ROW Storage: 24-hour limit on public right-of-way. Vehicle Condition: Must be operable, registered, tires inflated. State Law: FL §316.1945 (street parking rules). Enforcement: Hollywood Code Compliance / Police.

Parking violations result in citations. Vehicles ticketed under Section 72.009 are subject to towing if not removed within 24 hours. Contact: Office of Parking (954) 921-3535.

Commercial Vehicle Restrictions

Some commercial vehicles (vans, pickup trucks) may be stored on residential property but must be screened from view. Special-purpose vehicles (race cars, swamp buggies) must be stored in a wholly enclosed garage.

Key details: Commercial Vans/Trucks: Permitted if screened from view. Special Vehicles: Must be in wholly enclosed garage. Screening: Required for visible commercial vehicles. Enforcement: Hollywood Code Compliance: 954-921-3061.

Violations result in Code Enforcement citations. Vehicles parked in the right-of-way may be towed at owner's expense.

Abandoned Vehicles

Vehicles on public right-of-way limited to 24-hour storage. All vehicles on private property must be in moveable condition with current registration and inflated tires. Inoperable vehicles not meeting these standards are code violations.

Key details: ROW Limit: 24-hour maximum on public right-of-way. Private Property: Must be operable, registered, tires inflated. State Law: FL §715.07 (towing from private property). Enforcement: Code Compliance: 954-921-3061.

Ticketed vehicles towed after 24 hours at owner's expense. Contact Hollywood Police Department at 954-764-4357 for towed vehicle information. Citations may be appealed within 10 business days.

Overnight Parking

Vehicles may be parked on public right-of-way for a temporary period not exceeding 24 hours in Hollywood FL. Vehicles must display current registration and be movable. Boats and RVs must be parked in side or rear yard and screened from view. Only one boat, RV, or trailer per property is permitted.

Key details: ROW Parking: 24-hour maximum. RV/Boat Location: Side or rear yard, screened. Front Driveway RV: If <25 feet and rear not accessible. Max RV Height: 12 feet in residential areas. City Storage: RV/Boat facility available.

Vehicles exceeding the 24-hour limit may be ticketed and towed. RV/boat storage violations result in code enforcement citations.

Driveway Rules

All vehicles in Hollywood FL must be parked on hard, improved surfaces (concrete, asphalt, or pavers). Lawn parking is one of the most commonly cited code violations. Vehicles must be maintained in movable condition with all tires inflated. Jacks and blocks supporting vehicles are prohibited on residential property.

Key details: Surface Required: Concrete, asphalt, or pavers. Grass Parking: Prohibited — #1 violation. Vehicle Condition: Must be movable, tires inflated. Jacks/Blocks: Prohibited. Enforcement: Active patrol program.

Lawn parking is a common code violation. Citations are issued by the Special Magistrate process. Repeated violations result in escalating fines.

This is not one of those rules that cities tend to ignore. Hollywood actively enforces its driveway rules requirements.

EV Charging

Hollywood FL does not have a specific EV charging ordinance. Home EV charger installation requires an electrical permit. Florida Statute 163.04 prohibits HOAs from banning EV chargers and limits approval time to 60 days. Chapter 151.124 of Hollywood's code removes barriers for solar and renewable energy installations.

Key details: City EV Ordinance: None specific. Electrical Permit: Required for installation. HOA Restrictions: Prohibited by FL §163.04. Ch. 151.124: Removes barriers for renewable energy. HOA Approval: Must approve within 60 days.

Installing an EV charger without an electrical permit is a building code violation. Standard building code enforcement applies.

If you are coming from a city with tighter rules, you will find Hollywood gives residents more flexibility on ev charging.

The Bottom Line

Hollywood's parking rules rules are a mixed bag. Some areas are strict, others are relaxed, and the details matter. The best approach is to check the specific rule that applies to your situation rather than assuming Hollywood is broadly strict or permissive.

This guide is based on Hollywood's current municipal code. Local rules can and do change, so check the individual ordinance pages for the latest details, penalties, and FAQs.