Richardson does not recognize 'dibs' or reserved parking on public streets. Residents may not block public parking spaces with cones, chairs, or other items, and parking is strictly first-come, first-served on all public streets.
The Chicago-style 'dibs' tradition of claiming a public street parking space with cones, chairs, or household items after clearing snow has no basis in Richardson, TX. Snow events are rare in North Texas and the city does not have a parallel custom. Under Richardson's traffic code, all public street parking is first-come, first-served except where signs designate time limits, permits, or no-parking zones. Placing objects in a public right-of-way to reserve a parking space is treated as an unpermitted obstruction and can be removed by public works or police. Vandalizing another vehicle for parking in a 'saved' space exposes the offender to criminal mischief charges. Private driveways and surface lots allow owners to designate reserved spaces, and HOA communities may assign guest or tandem spaces under their rules. Metered and time-limited spaces require compliance with posted signs regardless of any informal claim.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Richardson code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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