Anchorage STRs must provide off-street parking consistent with the underlying residential zoning under AMC Title 21. Guest parking may not block snow removal routes or violate winter parking bans.
Short-term rentals in Anchorage must meet the off-street parking requirements of their underlying residential zoning district under Anchorage Municipal Code Title 21. Single-family dwellings typically require two off-street spaces; additional spaces may be needed for accessory dwelling units used as STRs. Parking on unimproved surfaces, front lawns, or rights-of-way is prohibited. During the winter snow-removal season (typically October through April), guest vehicles must be moved to accommodate posted snow plow routes. The Municipality issues parking bans when major snowstorms are forecast, and unmoved vehicles can be ticketed or towed. STR hosts are expected to communicate parking rules, snow-plow bans, and any HOA restrictions to guests. Commercial vehicles, RVs used as STRs, and oversized rigs are subject to separate storage rules under AMC 9.28.
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