Due to ongoing State and local Shelter in Place orders, the County of Santa Cruz is taking measures to limit vehicular traffic at local beach areas by restricting parking.
The Santa Cruz County Public Works Department is establishing the Live Oak Parking Program (LOPP) on Friday, April 17, 2020, which will remain in place through the duration of the orders. Any vehicle not displaying a valid residential or temporary LOPP permit will be cited, with enforcement in place seven days a week.
Residents in the LOPP zones and seasonal permit holders are encouraged to apply for their 2020 season permit immediately. To apply, visit http://dpw.co.santa-cruz.ca.us/Home/ParkingPrograms/LiveOakParkingProgram.aspx and follow the instructions. Day passes may be purchased from any of the four pay stations located in the Live Oak Parking Program zones.
In addition, parking will be further restricted at County-owned beach lots in order to encourage physical distancing. The Shelter in Place order limits non-essential travel and is being enforced, and visitors are advised that there is no essential travel that requires crossing county lines for recreational purposes.
Parking and vehicular access restrictions at local State Parks remain in effect. Some County-owned and city facilities may also remain closed to enforce physical distancing requirements, and additional closures may be considered as needed to encourage compliance with the Shelter in Place orders.