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Alternative Reservation Programs

Meter & Space Reservations

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What are meter & space reservations?

Meter & Space Reservations allow the reservation of parking spots. These spots are in City-approved parking zones or meters.

Sign postings must be up at least 72 hours before the event or project starts. The City of Sacramento will request enforcement. They will also ask for vehicle removal in areas with proper signs.

When are they required?

Approval of City permits for construction projects or special events that allow obstructions on the street will not include exclusive use of any parking spaces.

If exclusive use of parking spaces within the permit area are needed, then a separate reservation of those parking spaces through the Parking Services Division is required. This will ensure spaces are clear for use.  

What vehicles are allowed to park in reserved spaces?

Vehicles parked within the reserved spaces must display the provided permit placard. Trash bins or construction equipment require reserved spaces. Reservation of space cannot be secured for personal use.

Separate permits must obtained prior to submitting a Meter & Space Reservation application.

Step 1: Obtain City of Sacramento permits

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Construction permits

Street construction permits are required.

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Encroachment permits

Permits required to encroach on the city right-of-way

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Special event permit

Permits are required to hold special events on city streets.

Reserve parking spaces

Application must be submitted no less than 10 business days from the start date. Applications submitted less than 10 days before the start date will be automatically charged an Expedite Fee. 

Expedite Fees do not guarantee the spaces will be approved in time. Spaces may already be reserved or cannot be accommodated. 

Please allow up to two weeks for an application request response. Requests are processed in the order received.

Follow these next steps:

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Read rules & regulations

Read and print the Meter Reservation application.

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Identify parking spaces

Identifying street area for the request.

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Reservation fee schedule

View reservation permit fees and daily rates.

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Online application

Apply no less than 10 business days from event or project start date

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Reservation approval process

View the process from application to posting

Posting spaces

Once the application is approved. Customer can post required signs within required time frame.

If applicant requested the city include posting costs: No other action is needed.

It is the applicant's responsibility to post all spaces no less than 72 hours prior to the reservation start date.

Construction posting

Guidelines to post spaces in construction projects

Special event posting

Guidelines to post spaces in special event permit areas

Resources

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Parking map

GIS map of city parking. Use filter icon to view space types.

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Change order request form

Must be submitted 10 business days prior to reservation effective date

Sacramento City Code 10.36

Parking zones and permits for construction & special events

Sacramento City Code Title 17

City codes relating to planning and development

Sacramento City Code 12.48

City codes relating to special events

Bus parking space reservations

Charter buses for tours, events, or school field trips visiting the downtown Sacramento area do not need Meter & Space Reservations.

There are designated free bus parking zones throughout the city. Parking lots may require payment.

Bus drivers may drop passengers off safely near the venue, then park at one of the designated bus parking areas until passengers are ready for pick-up. If a reserved space is needed, please apply for a Meter & Space Reservation.

 

Bus parking locations

View locations for bus parking around Old Sacramento and State Capitol

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Meter & Space Reservation Approval Process

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