Parking Rules: Camarillo vs Ventura
How do parking rules rules compare between Camarillo, CA and Ventura, CA?
Ventura has fewer restrictions than Camarillo.
Camarillo, CA
Ventura County
Camarillo has no STR-specific parking regulations since short-term rentals are not currently authorized in residential zones. General residential parking rules under CMC Title 11 and Title 19 zoning requirements apply to all properties. Many HOAs have strict guest parking provisions.
View full Camarillo rules →Ventura, CA
Ventura County
Ventura's STR ordinance does not impose a fixed minimum number of off-street parking spaces per bedroom or per occupant. Instead SBMC §6.455.060(F) and §6.455.125(G)(2)–(3) require the operator to disclose, in the nuisance response plan and the lease, how many off-street spaces are available and to warn that on-street parking 'is extremely limited in some areas of the city.' Parking is also one of the listed physical factors the permit administrator may consider for any increased-occupancy request (§6.455.100(B)).
View full Ventura rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Camarillo | Ventura |
|---|---|---|
| STR Parking Rules | None (STRs not permitted) | - |
| Residential Parking | 2 covered spaces per home typical | - |
| Street Parking Limit | 72 hours on public streets | - |
| HOA Guest Parking | Designated visitor spots only | - |
| Enforcement | Police (805) 388-5100 | - |
| Minimum off-street count | - | Not fixed by Ch. 6.455 — base residential zoning controls (typically 2 covered spaces for SFR) |
| Disclosure required | - | Number of off-street spaces must be in lease & posted (§6.455.125(G)(2)) |
| On-street warning | - | Lease must state on-street parking is extremely limited (§6.455.125(G)(3)) |
| Plan requirement | - | Nuisance response plan must list off-street space count and bedroom count (§6.455.060(F)) |
| Occupancy linkage | - | Parking is a factor the city weighs in approving more than 2 + 2/bedroom (§6.455.100(B)) |
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Camarillo FAQ
Are there guest parking rules for Camarillo rentals?
Camarillo does not have STR-specific parking rules. General parking regulations under CMC Title 11 apply. Most importantly, check your HOA's CC&Rs as nearly all Camarillo planned communities have strict guest parking provisions limiting visitors to designated spots.
How long can a car park on the street in Camarillo?
Under CMC Title 11, vehicles generally cannot remain parked on public streets for more than 72 consecutive hours. Some areas have additional time restrictions or permit parking requirements.
Can guests park in the driveway or on the lawn?
Driveway parking is generally fine if the vehicle fits without blocking the sidewalk. Parking on lawns or unpaved surfaces in residential zones typically violates zoning standards under CMC Title 19 and most HOA CC&Rs prohibit it.
Ventura FAQ
Does Ventura require a minimum number of parking spaces for my STR?
Chapter 6.455 does not set a fixed ratio. The base residential zoning standard in SBMC Division 13 applies — typically two covered off-street spaces for a single-family home. The ordinance does require you to disclose how many spaces you actually have (§6.455.125(G)(2)).
What do I have to tell my guests about parking?
Your lease must state both the number of off-street spaces provided and that on-street parking is extremely limited in parts of Ventura. Both disclosures must also be posted conspicuously inside the unit (SBMC §6.455.125(G)(2)–(3)).
Can parking affect my occupancy limit?
Yes. SBMC §6.455.100(B) lists parking among the physical factors the permit administrator may weigh when an owner applies for higher overnight occupancy than the default 2 + 2/bedroom cap. Inadequate parking can be a ground for denial.
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