Overnight Parking: Madison vs Middleton
How do overnight parking rules compare between Madison, WI and Middleton, WI?
Madison and Middleton have similar restriction levels.
Madison, WI
Dane County
Madison enforces citywide alternate-side parking November 15 through March 15 from 1 AM to 7 AM, the signature winter parking rule. Park on odd-numbered side on odd dates, even side on even dates. $60 ticket + possible tow.
View full Madison rules →Middleton, WI
Dane County
Madison enforces a citywide Alternate Side Parking rule (MGO §12.76) from March 15 to March 14 annually between 1:00 AM and 7:00 AM. Fitchburg, Middleton, Verona, Sun Prairie, and Stoughton each ban overnight street parking during snow/ice operations. Unincorporated Dane County generally defers to town road rules.
View full Middleton rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Madison | Middleton |
|---|---|---|
| Dates | Nov 15-Mar 15 | - |
| Hours | 1 AM-7 AM | - |
| Rule | Odd date = odd side | - |
| Fine | $60 | - |
| Snow Emergency | Tow possible | - |
| Madison ASP | - | 1 AM to 7 AM year-round MGO §12.76 |
| Fitchburg Winter | - | Dec 1 to Mar 15, 2 AM to 6 AM |
| Verona/Sun Prairie | - | Nov 15 to Apr 1 ban |
| Ticket Range | - | $20 to $40 |
| Snow Tow | - | $150+ per Wis. §349.13(3m) |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Madison FAQ
What if the date changes while I am parked?
The date that applies is the date during the 1-7 AM enforcement window. If you park before midnight and stay past 1 AM, the new date rule applies.
How do I know if a snow emergency is declared?
Sign up for Winter Parking Alerts (email/text) through the City of Madison website. Declarations are also announced on local media and the city alerts page.
Middleton FAQ
Is Madison alternate-side parking year-round or winter only?
Year-round. MGO §12.76 applies 365 days a year between 1 AM and 7 AM. Park on the odd side on odd dates and even side on even dates. This is unusual among Wisconsin cities.
Can I park overnight on a Dane County town road?
Usually yes outside snow events. Townships adopt parking rules under Wis. Stat. §349.13. Always check the local town ordinance; most ban parking during declared snow emergencies.
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