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Street cleaning happens in Oakland rain or shine, and ticketing is rampant. Drivers would be wise to heed the rules of the road that pertain to street cleaning to avoid hefty fees and frustrations. Luckily, we’ve laid it all out for you here. Keep reading to find out how to avoid street cleaning tickets in this California city year-round.
How does Oakland street sweeping work?
The street sweepers come through commercial areas at night in order not to impede the normal flow of daily traffic. In residential areas, street cleaning occurs throughout the day.
Look for posted signage with restricted hours on each block. If you’re planning a trip, check out this Oakland street sweeping map, which allows you to search for restrictions on each block during whatever time you choose.
If you’re looking for more general parking information, check out our Oakland street parking guide to find out what curb colors mean, how to obtain a residential parking permit, and city-wide meter rates.
What kinds of signs should I look for?
Look for posted signage on your block. Each sign will show the hours when street sweeping occurs in Oakland as well as the days of the week. Keep in mind, street cleaning occurs during the day on residential streets.
Where can I find an Oakland Street Sweeping Map?
If you want to find out the street cleaning schedule for your particular block, simply click check out our interactive, free street cleaning map and type in your address. Or, type in the cross-street or the name of a business where you will be parked.
The easiest way to keep track of street cleaning times is to download the Spot Angels app, where your parking location is constantly monitored to alert you to upcoming street cleaning and soon-to-expire meters.
Is it legal to park after the street sweeper passes?
Technically, it is legal to park after the street sweeper passes. Just make sure that street cleaning is actually complete because the process takes more than you think. First, look for the broom support truck. A worker picks up larger items on the street, things like abandoned furniture or fallen branches.
Next, look for the street flusher, which is used mostly on commercial streets like Market and Mission. The flusher’s jets shoot water down the roadway, loosening grit and grime for the street sweeper round.
Third in line is the parking ticket officer, citing cars that haven’t moved.
Finally, the street sweeper comes along. This is the most commonly recognized vehicle for street cleaning. It has big brushes and a large tube with a vacuum that leaves the street squeaky clean.
After that final step, you can legally park.
Are there street sweeping holidays in Oakland?
Yes! On city-recognized national holidays, street sweeping is suspended and you are free to park, regardless of the posted signage.
Oakland Street Cleaning Holidays are listed at the bottom of this page.
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How much does an Oakland street cleaning ticket cost?
A street cleaning ticket in Oakland will cost you $66. If not paid promptly, that fine jumps to $119 and again to $196, so pay it off ASAP!
| Start Date | Parking Holiday | End Date |
| 2024-01-01 | New Year's Day | 2024-01-01 |
| 2024-01-15 | Martin Luther King, Jr. Day | 2024-01-15 |
| 2024-02-12 | Lincoln's Birthday | 2024-02-12 |
| 2024-02-19 | Washington's Birthday (Presidents' Day) | 2024-02-19 |
| 2024-05-27 | Memorial Day | 2024-05-27 |
| 2024-07-04 | Independence Day | 2024-07-04 |
| 2024-09-02 | Labor Day | 2024-09-02 |
| 2024-09-09 | California Admission Day | 2024-09-09 |
| 2024-11-11 | Veterans day | 2024-11-11 |
| 2024-11-28 | Thanksgiving Day | 2024-11-28 |
| 2024-11-29 | Day after Thanksgiving | 2024-11-29 |
| 2024-12-25 | Christmas Day | 2024-12-25 |