Parking Meters

City parking meters operate between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. During these hours, you must put money in the meter that controls the parking space where your vehicle is parked.

A parking meter may be either a single space meter or a parking pay station, which serves 8 - 10 parking spaces depending on the location. Each meter is marked to indicate the rate and maximum amount of time a vehicle may be parked at that location. If you are unsure how long you will be parked, consider putting in a little extra money to avoid receiving an expired meter citation. A vehicle may park for the maximum amount of time allowed, after which, the vehicle must be moved from the block or parking lot.

Santa Rosa City Code (CC 11-24.020) states that it is unlawful to park in a metered space during operating hours if the meter time has expired or is in violation.

Contractors performing work in the Downtown or Railroad Square area may request to reserve a meter or metered space by calling (707) 543-3325. You will need to provide the meter number(s) or location, the dates needed, and the scope of work being performed.

To report a broken or malfunctioning meter, call (707) 543-3346. The City regrets the inconvenience caused by a broken meter and will repair the meter as soon as possible.