Santa Paula restricts parking of commercial vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVWR in residential zones. Commercial trucks, construction equipment, and vehicles with visible commercial markings may only be parked temporarily for active service. No overnight storage of heavy commercial vehicles in residential areas.
Under Santa Paula zoning code, commercial vehicles exceeding 10,000 lbs GVWR are prohibited from overnight parking in residential zones. Vehicles with visible commercial advertising, construction equipment, flatbed trucks, and semi-tractors must be stored at commercial or industrial properties. Lighter commercial vehicles (personal pickup trucks, vans under 10,000 lbs) used for daily commuting are generally allowed. Vehicles actively providing service to a residence (e.g., plumbing, electrical, moving) are exempt during active work hours. The agricultural context of Santa Paula means some farm vehicles may have different treatment on agricultural-zoned parcels.
Parking a prohibited commercial vehicle in a residential zone results in a warning notice with 48 hours to remove. Continued violations carry fines of $100–$500. Repeated violations may result in vehicle towing at the owner's expense.
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