Street parking in Sunnyvale is governed by SMC Title 10 and California Vehicle Code. The 72-hour rule (CVC 22651(k)) applies, and posted permit zones restrict certain neighborhoods.
Sunnyvale regulates on-street parking under SMC Title 10 (Vehicles and Traffic) and the California Vehicle Code. Vehicles may not be parked on the same public street spot for more than 72 consecutive hours without being moved, consistent with CVC 22651(k); Sunnyvale Public Safety issues warnings and tows repeat offenders. Several neighborhoods near Caltrain and downtown are designated Permit Parking Districts, where daytime or overnight parking is limited to residents with valid permits. Standard rules also prohibit parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant, 20 feet of a crosswalk, blocking driveways, or on red-painted curbs. Street sweeping posted hours are enforced, and parked vehicles must comply with wheel-to-curb distance requirements. Parking during declared snow or storm emergencies may also be restricted.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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