Parking Rules: Los Angeles vs New York
How do parking rules rules compare between Los Angeles, CA and New York, NY?
Los Angeles has fewer restrictions than New York.
Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles County
The Home-Sharing Ordinance does not impose additional parking requirements beyond standard residential rules in LAMC 12.21. Hosts are encouraged to provide parking information to guests. Parking disputes are among the most common neighbor complaints leading to STR enforcement actions.
View full Los Angeles rules →New York, NY
New York County
New York City does not impose a short-term rental-specific parking requirement, but guests at a registered STR must comply with the NYC Traffic Rules (34 RCNY Chapter 4) and posted street-parking signs. Under Multiple Dwelling Law §4(8)(a) and Local Law 18 of 2022, a registered STR must be the host's primary residence and the host must be present, so any off-street spaces are tied to that dwelling unit and are subject to the building's existing approved parking allocation under Zoning Resolution Article I, Chapter 3. Commercial parking lots and garages charge the NYC Parking Tax (NYC Admin. Code §11-2002) at 18.375% in Manhattan and 10.375% in the other boroughs.
View full New York rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Los Angeles | New York |
|---|---|---|
| Additional Parking | Not required by HSO | - |
| Standard Rules | LAMC 12.21 residential parking applies | - |
| Host Duty | Provide parking info to guests | - |
| Enforcement | Neighbor complaints can trigger review | NYPD; NYC Department of Transportation; NYC Department of Finance |
| Governing Rules | - | 34 RCNY Chapter 4 (Traffic Rules); NYC Zoning Resolution Art. I, Ch. 3 |
| STR-Specific Parking Requirement | - | None |
| Minimum Parking (Citywide) | - | Eliminated by City of Yes (Dec. 5, 2024) |
| Residential Permit Parking | - | Not generally available in NYC |
| Parking Tax (Manhattan) | - | 18.375% (NYC Admin. Code §11-2002) |
| Parking Tax (Other Boroughs) | - | 10.375% |
| Common Ticket Fines | - | $35-$115+ depending on violation |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Los Angeles FAQ
What parking rules apply to short-term rental guests in los Angeles?
The Home-Sharing Ordinance does not impose additional parking requirements beyond standard residential rules in LAMC 12.21. Hosts are encouraged to provide parking information to guests. Parking disputes are among the most common neighbor complaints leading to STR enforcement actions.
How many parking spaces must my rental provide in los Angeles?
Additional Parking: Not required by HSO. Standard Rules: LAMC 12.21 residential parking applies. Host Duty: Provide parking info to guests. Enforcement: Neighbor complaints can trigger review.
New York FAQ
Do I need to provide off-street parking for short-term rental guests in NYC?
No. NYC does not impose a short-term rental-specific parking requirement. Because Local Law 18 only allows STRs in the host's primary residence with the host present, the unit's existing parking (if any) is shared as it would be for any household guest.
Where can guests park on the street?
Guests must follow posted signs governing alternate-side parking, metered zones, no-standing zones, and time limits under 34 RCNY Chapter 4. NYC has no general residential permit parking program, so any legal on-street space is open to anyone, subject to posted rules.
Is there a tax on commercial parking garages in NYC?
Yes. Under NYC Admin. Code §11-2002, commercial parking facilities charge a 10.375% parking tax citywide, increased to 18.375% in Manhattan. Manhattan residents may apply for an exemption from the additional 8% surcharge.
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