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Parking Rules in Decatur, GA (2026)

4 verified parking rules for Decatur, Georgia, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

RV & Boat Parking

Parking of recreational vehicles (RVs, boats, trailers) on residential streets or in front yards in Decatur is subject to regulations under the UDO (Article 2, Residential Use Standards) and Ch. 98. Long-term street storage of RVs is generally prohibited. Rear-yard storage is the preferred location.

Decatur RV & Boat Parking Rules

Some Restrictions

Driveway Rules

Driveways in Decatur must comply with UDO site development standards (Article 7). Curb cuts require permits. Vehicles parked in driveways must not block the public sidewalk. Impervious surface limits affect driveway expansion projects.

Decatur Driveway Parking Rules

Some Restrictions

Commercial Vehicle Restrictions

Commercial vehicles (including large trucks and vans with commercial markings) parked in residential areas of Decatur are subject to zoning and parking regulations. Heavy commercial vehicles are generally restricted from long-term residential street parking under GA state vehicle codes and Decatur's Ch. 98.

Decatur Commercial Vehicle Parking

Some Restrictions

Street Parking Limits

Street parking in Decatur is regulated under Ch. 98 of the Code of Ordinances (Traffic and Vehicles). Parking is prohibited within 15 feet of a fire hydrant, in no-parking zones, blocking driveways, or within intersections. Time-limited parking applies in parts of the commercial district.

Decatur Street Parking Rules

Some Restrictions

Looking for DeKalb County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Decatur city rules.

Parking Rules in DeKalb County