Topeka's short-term rental code sets a specific parking formula: one off-street space for the primary resident plus one space for every two guests. Unincorporated Shawnee County has no STR parking rule beyond general county zoning.
Unlike most Kansas jurisdictions, Topeka writes STR parking into its zoning code under Title 18. A host must provide one off-street space for the primary resident and one additional space for every two guests, with each space meeting minimum dimensions on asphalt or approved compacted gravel. Up to two on-street spaces may count toward the requirement where the property has at least 22 feet of frontage. Meeting the parking standard is part of qualifying for the special use permit. In the unincorporated county there is no STR-specific parking mandate; rural lots typically have ample private parking. Hosts should state parking clearly in listings.
Falling short of the required parking can block special use permit approval or renewal in Topeka. On-street violations bring standard municipal parking tickets and possible towing.
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