Parking Rules in Kent County, MI (2026)
2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in Kent County, Michigan.
Verified from official government sources
Abandoned Vehicles
Abandoned vehicles are governed statewide by the Michigan Vehicle Code. Under MCL 257.252a, a vehicle left on public property for at least 48 hours, or on private property without the owner's consent, is abandoned and may be tagged and towed by police. Abandoning a vehicle is a civil infraction.
Kent County Abandoned Vehicle Law
Some RestrictionsMCL 257.252a(1)-(2)
(1) A person shall not abandon a vehicle in this state. (2) As used in this section... "abandoned vehicle" means... (a) A vehicle that has remained on private property without the consent of the owner. (b) A vehicle that has remained on public property for a period of not less than 48 hours...
Loading Zones
Loading zones on local streets are designated by each city or township, not the county. Kent County does directly control loading and parking at Gerald R. Ford International Airport, where its ordinance defines a 'loading zone' and lets the Aeronautics Board set no-parking and load-only areas.
Kent County Loading Zones
Some RestrictionsKent County Airport Traffic & Parking Ordinance, Sec. 1(c)
The words, "Loading Zone," as used herein shall mean a space or section of a street or highway which has been set aside for the exclusive use of loading or unloading persons or property.
Parking Rules by City in Kent County
2 cities in Kent County have their own parking rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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