Roswell, GA Parking Rules: Loading Zones (2026)

1.With the exception of areas specifically designated by the City, loading and unloading activities are not permitted in a public street, not including an alley.2.Loading and unloading activities may not encroach on or interfere with the use of sidewalks, drive aisles, stacking areas and parking areas by vehicles, bicycles or pedestrians.3.In NX-, CX- SH-, CC-, DX-, DS- and OP-, loading areas must be located to the rear of buildings. Loading areas may not be placed between a public street (not including an alley) and the associated building.4.No loading area is permitted within 50 feet of a ground floor residential use (measured from the residential lot line to the closest point of the loading area);C.Screening. If a loading area is provided or required, it must meet the following.1.Where a loading dock designed for tractor-trailers is placed between a public street (not including an alley) or a shared lot line and the associated building, the entire length of the loading area must be screened. 10.1.16.C

2.Screening must consist of either:a.An 8-foot high wall compatible with the principal building in terms of texture, quality, material and color; orb.Evergreen plant material that can be expected to reach a height of 8 feet with a spread of 4 feet within 3 years of planting.