Commercial Vehicle Restrictions: San Jose vs Sunnyvale
How do commercial vehicle restrictions rules compare between San Jose, CA and Sunnyvale, CA?
San Jose, CA
Santa Clara County
No data available yet for San Jose.
Sunnyvale, CA
Santa Clara County
Commercial vehicles over 10,000 pounds GVWR generally cannot park overnight on Sunnyvale residential streets under SMC Title 10, with exceptions for active loading.
View full Sunnyvale rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | San Jose | Sunnyvale |
|---|---|---|
| Weight threshold | - | 10,000 lbs GVWR |
| Active loading | - | Allowed, typically under a few hours |
| Overnight residential | - | Prohibited |
| Pickup trucks | - | Treated as passenger vehicles |
| Enforcement | - | Sunnyvale DPS |
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San Jose FAQ
No FAQs available.
Sunnyvale FAQ
Can I park my work van in front of my house?
Yes, if the van is under 10,000 lbs GVWR and complies with the 72-hour rule and any posted restrictions.
Can a semi-truck park overnight on my street?
No. Tractor-trailers and other oversized commercial vehicles cannot be parked overnight in residential zones.
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