Archives: FAQs
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!
How is this program funded?
The program is jointly funded between the City and property owners. Public funding in the program is supported by funding made available through Senate Bill 1 – The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017. This Bill was signed into law on April 28, 2017. Senate Bill 1 generates $54 billion over the next decade … Continued
Will the City cover tree removal costs?
If your tree is removed as a part of the sidewalk repair… The City will fund the purchase and perform the planting of a replacement tree in the right of way (not on private property), from the list of City-approved street trees. It is important to note that tree replacement plantings performed by the City may occur … Continued
Can I remove the tree damaging the sidewalk to prevent future damage?
A City arborist needs to determine if tree removal is necessary. If a tree can survive a root trimming without uplifting the sidewalk again within 5 years, the tree will be kept. If a tree cannot survive a root trimming, the tree will be removed. If a tree can survive a root trimming, but will uplift … Continued