Modesto restricts parking of commercial vehicles in residential zones. Vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVWR or with commercial equipment/signage exceeding certain dimensions are generally prohibited from overnight residential parking.
Commercial vehicles exceeding 10,000 lbs gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) are restricted from parking overnight in residential zones. Smaller commercial vehicles (pickups, vans) with commercial signage are generally permitted in residential driveways. Semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, and large commercial vehicles are prohibited from parking on residential streets. Commercial vehicles must be parked at the business location or in appropriately zoned areas. Modesto's industrial and warehouse districts along Highway 99 provide commercial vehicle storage options.
Commercial vehicle in residential zone: code enforcement citation. Repeated violations: escalating fines.
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