Greensboro Section 16-159 prohibits parking on grass or unpaved areas in front yards. All residential parking must be on improved surfaces of gravel, concrete, or asphalt.
Greensboro Code of Ordinances Section 16-159, Domestic Parking, prohibits parking vehicles in front yards and side yards of corner lots unless the vehicles are on improved driveways or parking pads. An improved surface is defined as one with a gravel, concrete, or asphalt surface. This ordinance applies to single-family detached and duplex dwelling units throughout the city. The Land Development Ordinance Article 11 establishes additional off-street parking and loading requirements for residential properties, including minimum driveway widths and design standards. The Greensboro Driveway Manual provides construction specifications for driveway connections to public streets, covering width, slope, and material requirements. Violations of front-yard parking rules are enforced by Code Compliance and may result in citations. Residents can report suspected violations through Greensboro 311 at (336) 373-2489 or through the city's online service request portal.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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