How Pembroke Pines Handles Parking Rules: A Practical Guide

Pembroke Pines maintains 116 local ordinances across all categories, and 7 of those deal specifically with parking rules. Here is a breakdown of what the city actually requires, what is prohibited, and where Pembroke Pines falls on the strict-to-permissive spectrum compared to other cities.

Street Parking Limits

Pembroke Pines regulates on-street parking through its traffic code. Many neighborhoods have HOA-enforced parking restrictions. Abandoned vehicles are subject to towing.

Key details: Fire Hydrant: 15-foot clearance required. HOA Rules: Common — often restrict street parking. Abandoned Vehicles: Subject to towing. Commercial Vehicles: May face overnight restrictions.

Parking violations result in citations. Abandoned or illegally parked vehicles are towed at the owner's expense. HOAs impose separate fines.

Driveway Rules

Pembroke Pines requires driveways to be maintained and vehicles parked only on approved surfaces. Parking on grass, dirt, or landscaped areas is a common code violation.

Key details: Approved Surfaces: Concrete, asphalt, or pavers. Grass/Dirt Parking: Prohibited — common violation. Sidewalk Blocking: Prohibited. Permits: Required for driveway modifications.

Parking on unpaved surfaces is a code violation. Citations are issued with compliance deadlines. Repeated violations result in escalating fines.

RV & Boat Parking

Pembroke Pines restricts RV and boat parking in residential areas. Many HOA communities prohibit RV and boat storage. The city enforces through code enforcement.

Key details: Street Storage: Generally prohibited. HOA Rules: Often ban RV/boat storage entirely. Visibility: Should not be visible from street in many areas. Enforcement: Code Enforcement and HOAs.

Non-compliant RV/boat storage results in code enforcement notices and HOA fines. Vehicles may be required to be removed within specified timeframes.

Compared to other cities, Pembroke Pines takes a harder line on rv & boat parking. The enforcement and penalty structure reflects that.

EV Charging

Pembroke Pines does not have a specific EV charging ordinance for residential properties. FL Statute 163.04 protects homeowners' rights to install EV charging stations and limits HOA restrictions. Commercial developments may be subject to EV-ready parking requirements under updated building codes. Electrical permits are required for charging station installation.

Key details: Residential: Permitted, electrical permit needed. State Protection: FL §163.04 limits HOA bans. Building Code: 2023 FBC + Broward. Dedicated Circuit: Typically required for Level 2. Permit Contact: Building Dept. 954-435-6502.

Installing EV charging without electrical permits is a building code violation. HOAs cannot unreasonably prohibit installations under FL §163.04.

Pembroke Pines is more permissive than most cities when it comes to ev charging. That said, there are still limits.

Overnight Parking

Pembroke Pines restricts overnight parking of recreational vehicles and boats on public streets. All vehicles must be maintained in movable condition with current registration and inflated tires. Vehicles cannot be parked on non-paved surfaces as of January 1, 2025. Garbage receptacles must be stored in side or rear yards when not out for collection.

Key details: Non-Paved Parking: Prohibited as of Jan 2025. Registration: Current required for all vehicles. RV Limit: 1 per property. RV Front Setback: 7 ft from property line. Enforcement: Code Compliance 954-431-4466.

Parking violations enforced by Code Compliance. Fines begin with a warning letter, then escalate under FL Statute 162.

Commercial Vehicle Restrictions

Pembroke Pines restricts commercial vehicle parking in residential zones. Large commercial vehicles, semi-trucks, and marked work vehicles are commonly prohibited by HOAs and city code.

Key details: Semi-Trucks: Prohibited in residential. Marked Vehicles: Often restricted by HOAs. Work Equipment: Not allowed in residential. Enforcement: Code Enforcement and HOAs.

Violations result in code enforcement notices, fines, and potential towing. HOAs impose separate penalties.

This is one of the stricter rules in Pembroke Pines's municipal code. If you are unsure whether your situation complies, it is worth checking with the city before proceeding.

Abandoned Vehicles

All vehicles on private property must be operable with inflated tires and current registration. Inoperable vehicles on jacks or blocks are code violations. FL §715.07 governs towing from private property.

Key details: Standard: Operable, registered, inflated tires required. Jacks/Blocks: Prohibited — vehicle must be in movable condition. State Law: FL §715.07 (towing from private property). Enforcement: Code Compliance: 954-435-6502.

Inoperable or unregistered vehicles on private property result in code citations. Vehicles may be towed at the owner's expense. Florida law provides for auction or disposal of unclaimed towed vehicles after 35 days.

The Bottom Line

Pembroke Pines is tougher than many cities when it comes to parking rules. Out of the 7 rules covered here, 2 are rated strict. If you are a homeowner, renter, or business owner in Pembroke Pines, take the time to understand these requirements before they become a problem. Most violations come with fines, and some repeat violations can escalate.

This guide is based on Pembroke Pines's current municipal code. Local rules can and do change, so check the individual ordinance pages for the latest details, penalties, and FAQs.