Signs on the street will generally provide you guidance on whether you can park in on-street spots, what days or times you can park there, and how long you can stay for. Restrictions for on-street parking are set by the California Vehicle Code and by section 14 of the Berkeley Municipal Code. The most common restrictions are listed below.park 20 feet from the approaching side of an…

Many commercial areas of Berkeley, such as downtown and Solano Avenue, use parking meters as a way to free up spaces. Under the goBerkeley program, the City of Berkeley sets prices and time limits based on current and estimated future demand for parking in a given area. For example, on Shattuck Avenue, meter prices may vary from $1.50 to $4 per hour as you get closer to the downtown arts district…

Large trucks must drive on designated streetsHeavy-duty commercial vehicles weighing seven tons or more must drive on designated truck routes to get as close to their final destinations as possible. View the designated truck route map to plan your route. The…

You can request to close the street in front of your house to car traffic so that you can host a block party. Block parties must be hosted solely by the owners, residents, or tenants of properties fronting the street.Block parties can take place on weekends between the hours of 10:00 am to 8:00 pm.blackout datesBlock Parties will not be permitted on the following days:…

Large public events in Berkeley may require special permits. These permits apply when an event goes beyond typical park or neighborhood use.Events that require special permits include:

• Gatherings of 50 or more people on City streets, sidewalks, or parks
• Street closures on…

The City of Berkeley facilitates the peaceful expression of First Amendment Rights, including safe and legal protests, marches, demonstrations, rallies, or labor actions. The Police Department has an obligation to ensure public safety during such events, and has guidelines for event organizers, participants, and members of the media to ensure their safety.Protest organizers should obtain a permit…

Owners of group living accommodations (GLA), mini-dorms, and co-ops must register with the City of Berkeley during the month of September of each year. As part of the registration, you will need to provide current contact information for the owner, property manager, and a responsible resident. Additionally, if any contact information changes during…

The City of Berkeley generally regulates four types of noise according to Berkeley Municipal Code (BMC) standards:

• Amplified music, televisions, or speakers
• Construction,…

If you rent your Dwelling Unit, authorized Accessory Dwelling Unit, or Accessory Building for less than 14 consecutive days, you are considered a Short-Term Rental (STR). You are required to …

Smoking is not allowed in any multi-unit building with two or more units (i.e., apartments, co-ops, condominiums, common interest developments, etc.) in Berkeley, per Berkeley Municipal Code 12.70. This also includes common areas such as private decks, balconies, and porches of units.  …