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Pasadena, CA Short-Term Rentals: Short-Term Rental Parking Rules (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified April 2026

Key Facts

Permit Zones
Many neighborhoods have permit parking
Host Duty
Provide parking information
Citations
$53–$73+ per violation
Street Cleaning
Guests must observe schedules

Summary

STR operators in Pasadena must provide parking information to guests. Guest vehicles must comply with city parking rules including permit zones and overnight restrictions.

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. (d) If a vehicle is illegally parked so as to block the entrance to a private driveway.

Source: Pasadena Municipal Code Section 17.50.296 - Short-Term RentalsView official code

Full Breakdown

Pasadena has residential permit parking programs in many neighborhoods. STR hosts should provide guests with clear parking instructions including any permit requirements, street cleaning schedules, and nearby public parking options. Guests without valid parking permits may receive citations in restricted zones. Hosts should ensure guest parking does not create a burden on neighborhood parking availability.

Violations & Fines

Parking violations carry fines from $53 to $73 or more depending on the offense. Vehicles may be towed in no-parking zones.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can STR guests park on the street in Pasadena?
Many neighborhoods have permit parking. Hosts should provide parking instructions and any temporary permit information available.
What are parking fines in Pasadena?
Parking citations range from $53 to $73 or more depending on the violation type.

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