Fresno STR permits require one off-street parking space per bedroom, with a minimum of two spaces for whole-house rentals. Guest vehicles may not block driveways, sidewalks, or fire hydrants, and overnight parking on residential streets is generally allowed but subject to standard FMC parking rules.
Under FMC Chapter 9 Article 25 and the city's STR operational standards, each permitted STR must provide on-site parking equal to one space per bedroom, with a minimum of two for a whole-house rental. Driveways, garages, and approved paved areas count; street parking does not count toward the minimum. Hosts must include parking instructions in their listing and inside the unit. Guests must not block fire hydrants (15 feet clearance under CVC §22514), park on lawns or unpaved surfaces, or obstruct neighbor driveways. FMC §14-1708 and Fresno zoning code require all residential parking to be on paved impervious or approved pervious surfaces; parking on front lawns is cited. Overnight street parking is allowed but subject to the 72-hour rule against vehicle storage under FMC §14-302 and any posted restrictions. Violations by guests can be attributed to the operator and count toward permit revocation thresholds.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Fresno code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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