Homestead restricts parking of large commercial vehicles in residential neighborhoods. Vehicles exceeding certain weight or size limits cannot be parked overnight on residential streets or properties. Standard work trucks and vans used for home businesses may be permitted with limitations on size and signage.
Homestead's zoning code restricts the parking and storage of commercial vehicles in residential zoning districts. Vehicles over 10,000 pounds gross vehicle weight, semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, dump trucks, and heavy construction equipment cannot be parked on residential properties or streets. Standard pickup trucks, vans, and SUVs used for business purposes are generally permitted if they do not exceed typical residential vehicle dimensions. Vehicles with commercial signage or markings are subject to home business regulations. Commercial vehicles may not be parked on residential streets overnight. Properties operating as illegal commercial yards by storing multiple commercial vehicles face zoning enforcement. The city's agricultural heritage means some flexibility exists for farm equipment on properties with agricultural zoning, but standard residential lots do not qualify.
Commercial vehicle violations carry fines of $100 to $500. Repeat violations or operating an illegal commercial yard can result in daily fines and potential vehicle towing. Contact Code Compliance at (305) 224-4800.
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