Long Beach, CA Parking Rules: Overnight Parking (2026)
Key Facts
- 72-Hour Rule
- CA Vehicle Code §22651
- Permit Areas
- Some neighborhoods require permits
- Beach Areas
- Restricted overnight parking
- Code
- LBMC Title 10, Ch. 10.22
Summary
Long Beach has overnight parking restrictions in certain areas. Some neighborhoods require overnight parking permits. Street parking is limited to 72 hours per CA Vehicle Code §22651 (abandoned vehicle threshold).
22651. A peace officer, as defined in Chapter 4.5 (commencing with Section 830) of Title 3 of Part 2 of the Penal Code, or a regularly employed and salaried employee who is engaged in directing traffic or enforcing parking laws and regulations of a city, county, or jurisdiction of a state agency in which a vehicle is located may remove a vehicle located within the territorial limits in which the officer or employee may act, under the following circumstances: (a) If a vehicle is left unattended upon a bridge, viaduct, or causeway or in a tube or tunnel where the vehicle constitutes an obstruction to traffic. (b)
Full Breakdown
Some areas require overnight parking permits while others ban it entirely on certain streets. Restrictions help with street sweeping, snow removal, and crime prevention. Vehicles parked overnight without authorization may be ticketed or towed. Some neighborhoods have resident permit parking programs for overnight exceptions.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I get an overnight parking permit?
Sources & Official References
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