From California Post · · 50s
Neighbors Frustrated by SF Parking Tactic
San Francisco neighbors protest city permit tactic to reserve street parking.
In brief
San Francisco neighbors protest city permit tactic to reserve street parking. Residents in Presidio Heights are angry after learning about a $350 monthly permit to keep street parking spots free. Originally reported by California Post.
Residents Expose Parking Tactic
A San Francisco resident shared video of expired tow-away signs on his street.
“This is a system that’s easy to abuse”
Permit Cost Details
Residents can pay $350 monthly for a permit to reserve one street parking spot.
“It’s simple to pull a street permit, you need no documentation”
City Response
Public Works says they have no reason to believe the system is widely abused.
“we have no reason to believe it’s a rampant issue”
Neighbor Complaints
Residents report construction signs on 70% of blocks and parking difficulties.
“Becoming a huge issue in Presidio Heights. Trying to park during the day?… University High and construction sign on 70% of blocks… forget about it!!”
Elected Official Comment
City Supervisor Stephen Sherrill confirmed expired signs are common.
“A lot of people are sneaky”
Resident Call for Action
Greg Long urges neighbors to take down expired signs to avoid abuse.
“Part of what I’m doing is just showing people like, ‘Hey, let’s just try to be neighborly, if your sign’s done, take it down'”
What to remember
Residents in Presidio Heights are angry after learning about a $350 monthly permit to keep street parking spots free.
