San Mateo requires STR properties with 1–3 bedrooms to have at least 1 off-street parking space, and 4+ bedrooms at least 2 spaces. Oversized vehicles (RVs) are prohibited from on-street parking in residential areas overnight.
Under SMMC Ch. 5.66, STR properties must maintain minimum off-street parking: at least 1 space for properties with 1–3 bedrooms, at least 2 spaces for properties with 4 or more bedrooms. STR guests are subject to the city's oversized vehicle ordinance (SMMC §11.32.105), which bans RVs, oversized vehicles (7.5+ ft high/wide, 22+ ft long), and unattached trailers from residential streets. RVs may only park in front of an owner's residence for 24 consecutive hours twice per 7-day period.
Parking plan non-compliance may affect STR permit renewal. Street parking violations: standard city fines.
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