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North Richland Hills, TX Parking Rules: Commercial & Oversized Vehicles (2026)

Light Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified September 2026

Key Facts

Weight Trigger
Over one ton capacity
Overnight Ban
10 PM to 6 AM
Semi-Trucks
Banned in residential zones
Allowed Locations
Commercial or industrial zones
Towing Authority
Per TX Trans Code 684

Summary

NRH prohibits parking commercial vehicles over one ton rated capacity on residential streets or in residential driveways overnight. Semi-tractors, trailers, and equipment must be parked at commercial or industrial properties or approved storage yards.

Sec. 621.101. MAXIMUM WEIGHT OF VEHICLE OR COMBINATION. (a) A vehicle or combination of vehicles may not be operated over or on a public highway or at a port-of-entry between Texas and the United Mexican States if the vehicle or combination has:(1) a single axle weight heavier than 20,000 pounds, including all enforcement tolerances;(2) a tandem axle weight heavier than 34,000 pounds, including all enforcement tolerances;(3) an overall gross weight on a group of two or more consecutive axles heavier than the weight computed using the following formula and rounding the result to the nearest 500 pounds:W = 500((LN/(N - 1)) + 12N + 36)where:"W" is maximum overall gross weight on the group;"L" is distance in feet between the axles of the group that are the farthest apart; and"N" is

Source: NRH Code of OrdinancesView official code

Full Breakdown

NRH Code of Ordinances Chapter 54 and the Zoning Ordinance restrict commercial vehicle parking in residential areas. Vehicles with a manufacturer rated capacity exceeding one ton (roughly 6,000 pounds gross vehicle weight), semi-tractors, semi-trailers, box trucks over 20 feet long, dump trucks, flatbed trucks, cement mixers, wreckers, and construction equipment cannot be parked or stored on residential streets, driveways, or yards between 10 PM and 6 AM. Daytime parking of such vehicles in residential zones is also limited to active service calls or deliveries. Vehicles displaying commercial signage, ladders, tool racks, or similar work equipment are generally considered commercial regardless of weight rating.

Food trucks and catering trucks cannot be parked overnight in residential zones unless fully enclosed in a garage. Commercial districts, industrial districts, and approved truck yards are the proper long-term storage locations. Texas Transportation Code and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations also apply to commercial motor vehicle operations. Trailer storage (utility, cargo, equipment trailers) is subject to the RV and trailer storage rules and must be behind the front building line.

Violations & Fines

Each overnight violation is a Class C misdemeanor with fines up to 500 dollars per day. Vehicles may be towed at owner expense under Texas Transportation Code Chapter 684 after proper notice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I park my work pickup truck at my NRH home?
Yes, pickup trucks rated one ton or less with routine work equipment are generally allowed in residential driveways, subject to any HOA rules.
Can a contractor's box truck park in front of my house overnight?
No, commercial box trucks cannot be parked overnight on NRH residential streets. They should be parked at the contractor's business location.

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