Citrus Heights, CA Parking Rules: Street Parking Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- 72-Hour Limit
- CVC §22651(k) statewide
- Enforcement
- Citrus Heights PD
- Sidewalk Block
- CVC §22500(f) prohibited
- Oversized
- 2 AM-6 AM residential restriction
- Permit Parking
- Near schools in some zones
Summary
Citrus Heights enforces California Vehicle Code §22651(k) statewide 72-hour limit on consecutive parking in one location on public streets. Violations result in marking, citation, and potential tow. No overnight parking bans apply citywide.
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) If a vehicle is parked or left standing upon a highway in a position so as to obstruct the normal movement of traffic or in a condition so as to create a hazard to other traffic upon the highway. [...] (d) If a vehicle is illegally parked so as to block the entrance to a private driveway, and it is impractical to move the vehicle from in front of the driveway to another point on the highway. (e) If a vehicle is illegally parked so as to prevent access by firefighting equipment to a fire hydrant, and it is impracticable to move the vehicle from in front of the fire hydrant to another point on the highway.
Full Breakdown
The 72-hour rule is the primary street parking enforcement tool in Citrus Heights. Under CVC §22651(k), a vehicle parked on a public street for more than 72 consecutive hours can be marked (tire chalked or photographed), cited, and towed. Moving a vehicle slightly down the block does not reset the clock; the vehicle must be driven and used. Citrus Heights Police Department handles parking enforcement and responds to complaints through non-emergency reporting. Additional posted restrictions (red zones, street sweeping, permit areas near schools) apply where signed. CVC §22500(f) prohibits parking on or blocking sidewalks. CVC §22507.5 authorizes local oversized-vehicle (over 22 ft or over 7 ft high) parking restrictions between 2 AM and 6 AM. Citrus Heights has adopted such restrictions in residential areas per CHMC Title 62.
Violations & Fines
72-hour violation fines typically $50-$75 plus tow/storage fees. Blocking sidewalk: $65+. Street sweeping violations: $50+.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does moving my car down the block reset the 72 hours?
Is there overnight street parking in Citrus Heights?
Sources & Official References
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