Pasadena restricts commercial vehicle parking in residential areas. Vehicles over one ton capacity or with commercial equipment may not park overnight in residential zones.
Pasadena's zoning code limits commercial vehicle parking in residential zones. Vehicles exceeding one ton rated capacity, vehicles with mounted commercial equipment, and heavy trucks are prohibited from overnight parking in residential areas. One commercial vehicle used by a resident for daily commuting may be parked in the driveway if it meets size restrictions. No commercial vehicle fleets may be stored at residential properties.
Violations result in citations with fines starting at $100. Repeat violations carry escalating penalties.
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