Archives: FAQs
Pole Banner Signs
Learn specifications and the application process for pole banners downtown.
Are these rules enforced on holidays?
No. The 24-hour limit & the 4-hour limit rules are not enforced on holidays. Refer to the list of City holidays here.
Street Light Signs
What is the cost of a citation for the 4-hour limit?
$35.00
Why does the City enforce the new time-limited rules on Sundays?
Research has shown that the parking congestion is as prevalent in ESR on Sundays as it is on any other day of the week.
How do I find out what the time-limited rules are on my street?
Signs will be posted on your street prior to enforcement. Please make sure to familiarize yourself with the time-limits in your area.
What is the cost of a citation for the 24-hour limit?
$75.00
What are the new time-limited rules in East San Rafael (ESR)?
Vehicles may not be parked in excess of 24 hours in the residential areas of ESR Vehicles may not be parked in excess of 4 hours in the commercial areas of ESR. The commercial area limit is enforced between 8am – 6pm only.
How do I report a broken parking meter?
Please take note of the parking meter number. It’s listed on the white label usually on the back side of the meter. Contact Parking Division and include the parking meter # and a brief description of how the meter malfunctioned. Thanks!