Street Parking Rules for San Francisco, CA
San Francisco is notorious for aggressive enforcement. Street cleaning and residential permit violations are extremely common and carry heavy fines.
Ticket Fines
Minimum Fine
$65
Maximum Fine
$500
Average Fine
$283
Rules & Tips to Avoid Fines
- ✓ Always curb your tires (turn wheels toward the curb when parking on hills of 3% grade or more). Failing to do so carries a fine of over $60.
- ✓ Check street sweeping signs carefully. Street cleaning runs throughout the day, and cars are frequently ticketed or towed immediately.
- ✓ Do not park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant or block driveway access, even partially.