Ojai does not have a general overnight street parking ban. Vehicles parked on public streets must not exceed the 72-hour parking limit. No parking on streets during posted sweeping times. Abandoned or inoperable vehicles are subject to towing.
There is no citywide overnight street parking prohibition. However, vehicles may not remain parked in the same location on a public street for more than 72 consecutive hours per California Vehicle Code 22651(k). Street sweeping schedules are posted on signs along affected streets. Downtown Ojai has time-limited parking (typically 2 hours) during business hours. Residential streets have no time limits beyond the 72-hour rule. Oversized vehicles (over 22 feet) may not park on residential streets overnight.
Exceeding 72-hour limit: vehicle may be towed. Parking during street sweeping: citation and potential tow.
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Ojai enforces strict decibel limits to protect the peaceful valley environment. Residential noise standards are among the more restrictive in Ventura County.
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