Long Beach, CA Short-Term Rentals: Short-Term Rental Parking Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Street Parking
- Subject to local restrictions
- 72-Hour Rule
- CVC §22651 applies
- Operator Duty
- Inform guests of parking rules
- Beach Areas
- Limited/metered parking
Summary
STR guests in Long Beach must comply with local parking regulations. Street parking is subject to posted restrictions and the 72-hour rule. Operators should provide parking information to guests.
22651. A peace officer, as defined in Chapter 4.5 (commencing with Section 830) of Title 3 of Part 2 of the Penal Code, or a regularly employed and salaried employee who is engaged in directing traffic or enforcing parking laws and regulations of a city, county, or jurisdiction of a state agency in which a vehicle is located may remove a vehicle located within the territorial limits in which the officer or employee may act, under the following circumstances: (a) If a vehicle is left unattended upon a bridge, viaduct, or causeway or in a tube or tunnel where the vehicle constitutes an obstruction to traffic. (b)
Full Breakdown
Under LBMC Chapter 5.77, all STR operators must post a notice within the unit containing parking information for guests. No exterior signs may be posted on the STR premises to advertise the rental unit. Guests must comply with all standard City parking regulations including the 72-hour street parking limit, preferential parking district restrictions (LBMC Chapter 10.32), and the oversized vehicle parking prohibition (LBMC 10.24.078). In parking impacted areas, additional time-restricted parking zones may apply. STR operators should provide guests with information about available on-site parking and any neighborhood parking restrictions to minimize impacts on surrounding residents.
Violations & Fines
Parking violations are enforced through standard City parking enforcement. Parking tickets for exceeding the 72-hour limit or violating posted restrictions are $69. Nuisance violations related to parking at STR properties count toward the three-strike system for registration renewal.
Frequently Asked Questions
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