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

Because Ridgecrest has not adopted a stand-alone STR ordinance, vacation rentals are not subject to a city-specific minimum off-street parking requirement beyond the underlying single-family residential parking standard set by Chapter 106 (Zoning) of the Ridgecrest Municipal Code. Single-family homes in Ridgecrest are typically required to provide two off-street parking spaces, and that baseline carries over to STR use. On-street parking is generally available in residential neighborhoods, but vehicles must follow the citywide rules in Chapter 86 (Traffic and Vehicles) including the 72-hour limit on storing a vehicle on a public street, no parking on lawns or unpaved front yards in residential zones, and no blocking sidewalks, driveways, fire hydrants, or alley access. Hosts in HOA-governed neighborhoods may face stricter HOA-specific parking caps. RVs, boats, and oversize trailers brought by guests are subject to Ridgecrest's residential RV-storage rules and may not be parked on public streets longer than 72 hours. Verify exact off-street parking minimums for the specific zoning district and any HOA rules with the Ridgecrest Planning Division at 760-499-5061 before relying on a specific number.