Winston-Salem requires off-street parking sufficient for guest vehicles. STR hosts must provide at least one off-street space per bedroom and may not direct guests to park on neighboring properties or block sidewalks. On-street parking is subject to citywide time limits and neighborhood permit zones.
Winston-Salem UDO parking standards require residential uses to provide off-street parking. For a home operating as an STR, the same standard applies and is typically interpreted as one space per bedroom rented. Parking in front yards on unimproved surfaces is prohibited under City Code nuisance provisions. On-street parking in historic districts like West End, Washington Park, and Ardmore may be restricted by permit or time-limit signage. Blocking sidewalks, fire hydrants, or driveways is an enforceable violation under NCGS Chapter 20 and city traffic code. Hosts should clearly disclose parking arrangements in listings.
Parking citations range from 15 to 50 dollars. Repeated front-yard parking violations can escalate to nuisance enforcement.
Winston-Salem, NC
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