STRs in unincorporated Alameda County must provide on-site parking consistent with the residential zoning standard and should limit guest vehicles to the number of on-site spaces to avoid neighborhood impacts.
Unincorporated Alameda County does not have a separate STR-specific parking ordinance; instead, STR properties must comply with the general residential parking standards in Title 17 of the county code. Single-family residences typically require at least two on-site parking spaces, and guest vehicles should not exceed the number of lawful on-site spaces. Hosts are strongly encouraged to limit bookings to the number of bedrooms or the number of on-site parking spaces, whichever is lower, to avoid overflow onto neighborhood streets. Parking on unpaved areas, in front yard setbacks, blocking sidewalks, or in fire lanes is prohibited. Oversized vehicles, recreational vehicles, and commercial vehicles are subject to additional county rules and may not be parked at an STR for guest use unless allowed by zoning. House rules should state the maximum number of guest vehicles, the exact on-site parking locations, and note any permit parking restrictions on the surrounding streets. Violations can draw parking citations and neighbor complaints.
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