Commercial Vehicle Restrictions: Albany vs Colonie

Can I park my work truck overnight in my Albany neighborhood?

If the truck weighs more than 10,000 pounds (most pickups under 10k lbs are fine, but box trucks, dumps, and tractors typically exceed it), Chapter 359 caps street parking at 3 consecutive hours unless you are actively loading or unloading or have express APD permission. Storing it on a residential street overnight will draw a ticket.

Can a tractor-trailer park near my child's school?

No. Chapter 359 prohibits tractor-trailers and commercial vehicles in excess of 10,000 pounds from standing or parking in any school zone within Albany, regardless of time of day. Call APD non-emergency at (518) 438-4000 to report a violation.

How are commercial vehicle exclusion streets posted?

The Chief of Police, when authorized by the Common Council, may exclude 10,000+ pound commercial vehicles from a designated street. The city posts signage at one or more locations on the street; the restriction applies for the entire length of the street unless the sign provides otherwise.

What counts as actively loading or unloading?

The exception in Chapter 359 covers a vehicle that is in the process of delivering or picking up goods. Simply being parked while the driver is on break does not qualify, and the 3-hour clock continues to run.

Can I park a work truck at my Colonie home?

A vehicle with a carrying capacity of three tons or less may be stored in an enclosed building or in the area where an accessory garage would be permitted under Chapter 190. Anything with a carrying capacity over one ton or a gross weight over three tons is expressly prohibited in residential areas of Colonie.

Where can commercial trucks park on Colonie streets?

On streets that are not listed in Schedule IX (no parking at any time) or Schedule X (no parking during posted hours) of Chapter 181, vehicles must be parked parallel to the curb in the direction of lawful traffic and within any marked lines. Posted no-parking signs override the default.

Who enforces commercial vehicle parking rules in Colonie?

On private property, the Town of Colonie Building and Fire Services Department enforces the Chapter 190 zoning prohibition. On streets, the Town of Colonie Police Department enforces Chapter 181, with tow authority under Article IV (Removal and Storage of Vehicles).