Red Curb Parking Zones in San Diego

Posted in 2023 in Downtown San Diego

Red means stop. That’s Drivers’ Ed 101. But can you stop and park at a red painted curb in the city of San Diego?

Here are the rules and which zones you can and can’t park so you don’t get a parking ticket:

Red Curb

There is no parking/no stopping at any time in a red zone, whether the vehicle is attended or not. Red means no. No portion of the vehicle, including the bumper, may extend into the restricted area. If any part of your car or truck is in the red zone, you are at risk of being lawfully ticketed.

In 2023, the fine for parking downtown in a red curb zone space is $72.50.

San Diego Painted Curb Colors Quick Guide

When can I park next to a…

Red Curb in San Diego – No

Blue Curb in San Diego – Almost never

Green Curb in San Diego – Sometimes

White Curb in San Diego – Loading only

Yellow Curb in San Diego – It’s complicated

Read more in our guide to parking downtown near Petco Park. Here are some suggestions of the top things to do in San Diego. To report illegal parking in your neighborhood, call (619) 531-2000.

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