Lakewood, OH Parking Rules: Overnight Parking (2026)
Key Facts
- Max in one spot
- 24 hours (CO 351.18)
- State abandonment threshold
- 48 hours on public property (ORC 4513.63)
- Permit streets
- Arlington, Baxterly, Belle, Blossom Park, Concord, French, Manor Park, Norton, Robinwood, Warren (posted blocks)
- Permit cost
- $5/year, expires June 30; proof of residency required
Summary
Lakewood has no blanket overnight ban, but no vehicle may remain parked in one location for more than 24 hours (CO 351.18), and select residential streets require a posted permit during restricted hours; Ohio law (ORC 4513.63) treats a vehicle left over 48 hours as abandoned.
Under Lakewood Codified Ordinance 351.18, vehicles cannot remain parked in a disabled condition or without using the vehicle in a normal manner, in excess of 24 hours.
Full Breakdown
18 is the City's principal overnight/long-term parking control. It prohibits a vehicle from remaining parked in a disabled condition, or without being used in a normal manner, in excess of 24 hours. The Police Department enforces this rule on complaint and especially during winter to keep streets clear for snow removal: an officer checks the vehicle, and if it has not moved 24 hours later issues a citation and tow notice, with towing occurring 24 hours after the citation. While most Lakewood streets permit overnight parking within the 24-hour limit, certain residential blocks are signed for permit-only parking during restricted hours; permitted streets include Arlington, Baxterly, Belle (Detroit to Clifton), Blossom Park, Concord, French, Manor Park (Detroit to Merl), Norton, Robinwood, and Warren (Detroit to Clifton).
Residents of those blocks may buy a one-year permit ($5, expiring June 30) to park during the posted restricted hours. 63, a vehicle left on a public street or other public property for 48 hours or more is presumed abandoned and may be removed.
Violations & Fines
A vehicle exceeding 24 hours under CO 351.18 receives a citation and tow notice and is towed 24 hours later if unmoved. Parking on a permit-restricted street without a valid permit during posted hours results in a parking citation. Report a vehicle that has not moved by calling the non-emergency line at (216) 521-6773.
Frequently Asked Questions
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