Santa Ana enforces a 72-hour parking limit on all public streets under SAMC Sec. 36-136. Many residential areas are designated permit parking districts requiring $89 resident permits. Overnight street parking is generally prohibited without a permit.
Under SAMC Sec. 36-136, no person may park or store any vehicle on any street or alley for more than 72 consecutive hours. The Chief of Police is authorized to remove vehicles violating this provision. Many residential neighborhoods are within Permit Parking Districts established by City Council resolution, requiring a residential parking permit ($89 for up to 2 years). Guest permits must be filled in ink, placed on the left dashboard, and are valid until noon the next day — each can only be used once. Street sweeping enforcement is active, and vehicles must be moved on sweeping days. The Parking Enforcement Unit handles abandoned vehicle reports, expired meters, and district violations. To report issues, call Parking Control at (714) 245-8225.
72-hour violation: vehicle subject to towing. Parking in permit district without permit: citation. Street sweeping violation: parking citation. Fines vary by violation type.
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