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Henrico County, VA Parking Rules: Commercial & Oversized Vehicles (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified July 2026

Key Facts

Threshold
Over 10,000 lbs gross weight
Gross weight
Vehicle plus rated load (DMV)
Trailers/wreckers
Barred regardless of empty weight
Exception
Active loading/unloading only
Citation
Henrico Code Sec. 24-96

Summary

Henrico bans parking oversized commercial vehicles over 10,000 pounds gross weight, and any commercial trailer or wrecker, on residential or agricultural streets except while loading or unloading. Gross weight is the vehicle plus its rated load per DMV records.

These county ordinances apply to unincorporated areas of Henrico County. Incorporated cities within the county may have their own rules that take precedence over county-level regulations.

"Gross weight" shall be the aggregate weight of a vehicle and the load it is designed to carry, as recorded by the state division of motor vehicles. Parking of any commercial enclosed or flatbed trailer or any wrecker in a residential district regardless of their empty weight, is permitted only while loading or unloading.

Full Breakdown

Section 24-96 of the Zoning Ordinance sets the oversized-vehicle limit countywide. "Gross weight" is defined as the aggregate weight of a vehicle and the load it is designed to carry, as recorded by the state Division of Motor Vehicles. Any truck or commercial vehicle exceeding 10,000 pounds gross weight, along with any commercial enclosed or flatbed trailer or wrecker, may not be parked on a highway, street, or alley in an agricultural or residential zoning district except while actively loading or unloading. This keeps large box trucks, dump trucks, tractor units, and heavy work trailers out of residential neighborhoods, even if the trailer is empty at the time.

Violations & Fines

Community Maintenance issues a notice to remove the oversized vehicle; continued Section 24-96 violations bring civil penalties and possible misdemeanor prosecution.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is gross weight measured?
Gross weight is the aggregate weight of the vehicle and the load it is designed to carry, as recorded by the state Division of Motor Vehicles, per Section 24-96.
Can I park an empty flatbed trailer in my neighborhood?
No. Commercial enclosed or flatbed trailers and wreckers may be parked in a residential district only while loading or unloading, regardless of their empty weight.

Sources & Official References

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