Houston bans commercial and large vehicles from parking on residential streets from 2 AM to 6 AM under Chapter 26. Large vehicles (over 8 ft tall or 22 ft long) have a 2-hour limit. Towing starts at $459 per hour.
Commercial vehicles (defined as trucks or vehicles displaying commercial signs, excluding taxis, limousines, and buses) are prohibited from parking on public streets between 2 AM and 6 AM. Large vehicles (over 8 feet in height or 22 feet in length) may not park on any residential street except for active loading and unloading, limited to 2 hours. Towing for large vehicle violations starts at $459 per hour with $35 per day storage. ParkHouston enforces commercial vehicle parking regulations. Short-term moving rental trucks are allowed for up to 72 hours while loading or unloading. Commercial vehicles parked on residential property must be on improved surfaces and comply with Chapter 28 residential parking rules.
Commercial vehicle 2 AM to 6 AM ban: citation (APK-40). Large vehicle in residential district: citation (APK-41). 2-hour limit exceeded: citation (APK-42). Towing starts at $459/hour.
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