Automated speed enforcement is a proven way to reduce traffic injuries caused by speeding. Police can’t be everywhere at once to enforce against dangerous speeding. That's why the SFMTA joined...
The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA), which oversees all transportation in the city, including the Municipal Railway (Muni), unveils the Powell Street Safety & Sidewalk...
White zones provide safe and accessible curb space for passengers to get picked up or dropped off and to minimize double parking by those who are transporting them. Effective days and hours are posted...
Green zones provide curb space for short-term parking, generally 10, 15 or 30 minutes. Typical effective hours are 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday through Saturday, though some green zone hours may differ...
This is the first post in our “San Francisco Parking Tips” blog series explaining some of the lesser-known rules listed in the SFMTA’s new Streets of San Francisco Parking Guide (PDF). It’s part of...
Beginning December 1, 2015, victims of stolen cars that are recovered in San Francisco will be paying lower fees. This new policy will waive all fees for San Francisco residents, and allow for a 48...
A new roadway safety tool will make San Francisco's streets safer in 2025. Here’s everything you need to know about Automated Speed Enforcement cameras. What is an Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE)...
The SFMTA has been collecting and analyzing data about commuter shuttle behavior and we are pleased to share a Status Report from April – September 2016. Key findings indicate that despite a 15%...
Those traveling on the corridor are advised to stay alert and allow more travel time during construction. Polk Street, one block east of Van Ness Avenue, is a recommended alternative for people...
Those traveling on the corridor are advised to stay alert and allow more travel time during construction. Polk Street, one block east of Van Ness Avenue, is a recommended alternative for people...
Effective April 1, 2022 the SFMTA will transition annual Residential Parking Permit (RPP) permits from physical stickers to virtual permits. This will streamline the RPP application and administration...
SFMTA is excited to announce that Hayes Valley’s new Residential Parking Permit (RPP) Area, Area HV, will commence on November 7th, 2022. On-street regulations coming into effect on November 7th...
To make more parking available to neighborhood residents as more businesses open, enforcement of parking time limits in all Residential Parking Permit (RPP) areas is set to resume September 14, 2020...
Most drivers know that it is illegal to hold and use a cell phone to text, call, or use apps while driving – but many admit to doing it anyway. Distracted driving is deadly driving. Texting or using...
Graphic 1: Issue areas Issue areas, of approximately 290 response via emails, phone calls, and social media. Percentage of response per issue area: About fares, 28.2%; Against towing and fee increases...
The SFMTA has launched a Fare Share campaign to remind Muni riders to remember to pay their fares on buses and Muni Metro. This Fare Share campaign will remind the ridership and the public about...
Yesterday, we reached the midpoint of our Powered Scooter Share Pilot. At the beginning of the Pilot, the SFMTA committed to a robust evaluation at the midpoint and today we’d like to share the...
Circle less, live more SFMTA established SF park to use new technologies and policies to improve parking in San Francisco. Reducing traffic by helping drivers find parking benefits everyone. More...
Today, the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) released “Text Before Tow,” a first-of-its-kind program where customers can receive a text message notification prior to having their...
To Renew your Permit(s) – Apply for renewal online using the Account and PIN number provided on the renewal notice you received in the mail. Renewal notices are mailed 4 weeks before the area permit...
Remember, if you don't see a different speed limit posted, assume it's 25 mph — SF's default speed limit. Nearly 42,000 traffic citations were issued last year by the San Francisco Police Department...
In this week’s Director’s Report from the SFMTA Board of Directors meeting, Tom Maguire gave the following updates: Chase Center Opening Recap: Opening day Muni ridership numbers were strong with...
New bus zone for 38/38 Geary inbound stop at 6th Avenue. The sidewalk will be widened here during a later phase of project implementation. Week of October 23: Transit lane installation underway The...
An SFPD officer uses a LIDAR device to measure driver speeds on Folsom Street in SoMa. The next step in our city’s Safe Streets SF campaign starts in October with a new initiative to bring more...