Louisville Metro generally allows overnight on-street parking in residential neighborhoods unless a street is marked with time limits, residential permit parking, or temporary restrictions. Snow emergency routes, Derby-week tow zones, and posted no-parking signs override the general allowance, and vehicles parked more than 72 hours without moving may be cited as abandoned.
Louisville does not have a blanket ban on overnight street parking, unlike some smaller Kentucky cities. Residents and guests can park on most residential streets overnight as long as the vehicle is legally registered, not blocking a driveway or hydrant, and not parked within posted time limits. Certain neighborhoods — parts of Old Louisville, the UofL area, and portions of the Highlands — have residential permit parking zones where overnight parking requires a permit hang tag. Snow emergency routes are marked with signs and must be cleared when a snow emergency is declared. Churchill Downs neighborhoods post temporary tow zones during Kentucky Derby week, Thurby, Oaks Day, and the Breeders Cup. Vehicles sitting more than 72 hours without movement can be tagged and towed as abandoned under LMCO Chapter 72. Commercial vehicles over a certain weight, RVs, trailers, and inoperable vehicles have additional restrictions and generally cannot be parked on residential streets overnight for extended periods.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Louisville code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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