Hayward permits on-street parking with a 72-hour maximum on public streets before a vehicle is deemed abandoned under CVC 22651(k). Many downtown blocks have metered or time-limited parking.
Street parking in Hayward is regulated under Hayward Municipal Code Chapter 10 Vehicles and Traffic, incorporating California Vehicle Code 22651. Vehicles parked on any public street for more than 72 consecutive hours may be cited and towed as abandoned under CVC 22651(k). Downtown Hayward has metered parking zones with posted time limits ranging from 30 minutes to 2 hours, and metered hours generally run Monday through Saturday 9am to 6pm. Residential Parking Permit districts exist in several neighborhoods near BART and downtown where visitor parking is limited to 2 hours without a permit. Street sweeping schedules require vehicles to be moved on posted days to avoid citations. Fire hydrants require a 15-foot clearance, and blocking driveways or parking within 3 feet of a driveway apron is prohibited.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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