Street Parking Limits: Fontana vs Ontario
How do street parking limits rules compare between Fontana, CA and Ontario, CA?
Fontana and Ontario have similar restriction levels.
Fontana, CA
San Bernardino County
Fontana regulates on-street parking under FMC Title 10 and CVC 22500 and 22651. Cars cannot park at colored curbs, block driveways, or exceed the state 72-hour rule under CVC 22651(k).
View full Fontana rules →Ontario, CA
San Bernardino County
Ontario enforces a 72-hour street parking limit under California Vehicle Code 22651(k) and OMC Title 10, and posted street-sweeping days vary by neighborhood with citations typically 55 to 85 dollars.
View full Ontario rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Fontana | Ontario |
|---|---|---|
| Governing Law | FMC Title 10 + CVC 22500 | - |
| 72-Hour Rule | CVC 22651(k) tow eligible | - |
| Hydrant Clearance | 15 ft minimum | - |
| Crosswalk Clearance | 20 ft minimum | - |
| Street Sweeping | Posted days enforced | - |
| 72-hour rule | - | CVC 22651(k) |
| Sweeping day | - | Posted by block |
| Hydrant clearance | - | 15 ft (CVC 22514) |
| Front yard | - | Paved surface only |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Fontana FAQ
How long can I park on a Fontana street?
Up to 72 consecutive hours under CVC 22651(k). After that, police may tag and tow the vehicle as abandoned.
Can I park overnight on my Fontana residential street?
Generally yes unless signs prohibit it. Check for posted permit-only signs or street-sweeping restrictions on your block.
Ontario FAQ
Can I park on the street overnight in Ontario?
Yes, unless signage indicates a permit district or posted overnight restriction. The 72-hour maximum still applies.
How do I get a residential parking permit?
Apply at Ontario City Hall if your block is inside an approved parking district; decals are issued per vehicle registered at the address.
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