Lakeville, MN Parking Rules: Driveway Rules (2026)

Lakeville's Zoning Ordinance (Title 11, Chapter 19, Section 11-19-7) governs residential driveways and where vehicles may park. For single-family, two-family, townhouse, and quad dwellings, parking is prohibited on any portion of the front, side, or rear yard except on a driveway leading directly into a garage, or one open surfaced space located on the side of a driveway away from the principal structure. All driveways and parking stalls must be surfaced with asphalt, concrete, cobblestone, or paving brick, except certain single-family uses in permanent rural or urban-reserve areas that may have gravel access. The driveway access to the public street may not exceed 24 feet in width, must be set back at least 5 feet from the side lot line, and 40 to 50 feet from an intersecting street or corner lot. Vehicles stored outside must be parked on a hard surface; motor vehicles may not be parked on the grass. On the street side, City Code 6-1-1-3 prohibits parking that blocks access to a driveway or mailbox, protecting driveway access for residents.