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Ceres, CA Parking Rules: Street Parking Limits (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Driveway/sidewalk parking
Prohibited citywide
Direction required
Headed with traffic flow
Curb distance
Right wheels within 18 inches
Max continuous stay
72 consecutive hours

Summary

Ceres bars parking on sidewalks or in front of driveways, requires vehicles to park headed with the flow of traffic within 18 inches of the curb, and limits any single street stay to 72 consecutive hours.

In addition to the prohibitions contained in California Vehicle Code sections 22500 et seq., except as otherwise stated in this title, a person shall not stop, stand or park a vehicle:

A.In a bus stop zone, except a passenger bus;B.On any off-street public property unless a traffic control device indicates that such action is permitted, and then only in accordance with direction of such traffic control device;C.In any marked loading zone, except for the purpose of loading or unloading passengers or materials, within the proscribed limitations of this chapterD.In any alley except while in the process of actively loading or unloading persons or materials in the alley as long as such process does not exceed the posted time limits or any time limits specified by resolution;E.In any limited-time parking space in excess of the number of minutes legally permitted;F.In such a manner that any part thereof extends outside of or beyond the designated parking space;G.In any space where parking is restricted to certain kinds of vehicles, such as "official City vehicles only" or "police vehicles only";H.In any pedestrian crosswalk whether marked or unmarked;I.Into any traffic lane or which obstructs traffic;J.On any sidewalk, or in front of any driveway;

View official code

Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Municipal Code: Supplement 4).

Full Breakdown

Ceres Municipal Code Chapter 10.04 sets the core street-parking rules. Section 10.04.080 bans stopping or parking on any sidewalk or in front of a driveway, in crosswalks, or where it blocks a traffic lane. Section 10.04.040 prohibits parking against the flow of traffic, requiring vehicles to stand parallel to the curb, headed with traffic, right-hand wheels within 18 inches of the curb line. Section 10.04.130 caps continuous street parking at 72 hours; a vehicle not moved at least one mile in that window can be tagged and towed.

Violations & Fines

Vehicles blocking a driveway, parked facing oncoming traffic, or standing over 72 hours may be cited by police and towed after a warning notice is posted, per Ch. 10.04 and Ch. 10.22.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I park facing oncoming traffic in Ceres?
No. City Code § 10.04.040 requires vehicles to stand parallel to the curb, headed in the direction of traffic, with the right-hand wheels within 18 inches of the curb line.
How long can a car sit on a Ceres street?
No more than 72 consecutive hours under § 10.04.130. Police may post a warning notice and tow the vehicle once that window runs out.
Can I park in front of my own driveway?
No. § 10.04.080(J) bans stopping or parking on any sidewalk or in front of any driveway, with no owner exception stated.

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