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Madison, AL Parking Rules: Loading Zones (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified July 2026

Key Facts

Code section
Sec. 32-129, 32-131, 32-184
Loading exemption
Active loading/unloading only
Main Street space
30-min, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fire/emergency lanes
No stopping or standing
Restricted-zone fine
$25 scheduled penalty

Summary

In Madison, parking excludes brief stops for loading or unloading in a prescribed zone. The code establishes specific loading spaces, such as a 30-minute loading/unloading space on Main Street, and bans stopping in fire connection and emergency lanes.

The term "parking" means the stopping or standing of a vehicle, whether attended or unattended, upon a roadway, otherwise than temporarily for the purpose of and while actually engaged in loading or unloading in a prescribed zone or in obedience to traffic regulations or traffic signs or signals.

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Full Breakdown

Sec. 32-129 defines parking to exclude temporary stops while actually engaged in loading or unloading in a prescribed zone. Sec. 32-131 designates specific loading spaces, including a '30 minute loading/unloading parking space' in front of 204 Main Street from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Emergency and fire-connection lanes prohibit any stopping, standing, or parking, though a vehicle may pause briefly to let passengers board or disembark (Sec. 32-184). Heavy delivery vehicles may enter residential zones only while actively loading or unloading for residents (Sec. 32-133).

Violations & Fines

Restricted-street/loading-zone violations carry the Sec. 32-131 $25 scheduled penalty; blocking a fire or emergency lane carries penalties under Sec. 32-187.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long can I stay in a loading zone in Madison?
Only long enough to load or unload. The designated Main Street space allows 30-minute loading/unloading from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; parking otherwise excludes anything beyond active loading.
Can I stop briefly in a fire lane to drop someone off?
Yes, temporarily. Sec. 32-184 lets a vehicle stop briefly in an emergency or fire connection lane only to let passengers board or disembark; otherwise no parking or standing is allowed.

Sources & Official References

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