Can you park in your front yard in California?

It shall be unlawful for any person to park a vehicle in the front yard area of any residentially used lot or parcel of land, except in a paved driveway. (B) Vehicle. As used in this section, “vehicle” shall mean a vehicle as defined in the California Vehicle Code. (C) Front yard area.



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After 72 hours, the vehicle may be cited and/or towed. This law is on the books to help reduce the number of abandoned vehicles left on the roadway and to give police agencies the authority to remove them.

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However, sleeping in a car on private property, such as in a parking lot, would require the permission of the property owner.

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Even parking too close to a driveway is enough to get a ticket (but not a tow). In most places, you can't be within a few feet of one. And that includes parking too close to your own driveway, too! Contact your local government to learn about the specific rules in your area.

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