Maricopa County Ordinance P-5 prohibits parking vehicles with a gross vehicle weight exceeding 10,000 pounds, tractors, semi-trailers, and buses on local or collector streets in posted residential areas. On private property, commercial vehicle storage is governed by the zoning ordinance and depends on the zoning district.
Maricopa County Ordinance P-5 restricts parking of large commercial vehicles in residential areas of unincorporated Maricopa County. Vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) exceeding 10,000 pounds, tractors, semi-trailers, and buses are prohibited from parking on local or collector streets in posted residential areas. Signage indicates where the restrictions apply. On private property, commercial vehicle storage is regulated by the zoning ordinance; rural zones (RU-43, RU-190) generally allow equipment storage as an accessory use, while suburban residential zones are more restrictive. Violations of Ordinance P-5 may result in citation and towing. Contact MCSO at (602) 506-1000 to report violations of posted commercial vehicle parking restrictions.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Maricopa County code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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