Indianapolis, IN Parking Rules: Snow Removal Parking Rules (2026)
Key Facts
- Penalty
- $25 civil fine
- Trigger
- Mayor or designee declares
- First priority
- Full parking ban
- Enforcement
- Police/DPW may tow
- Citation
- Sec. 621-306
Summary
When the mayor declares a snow emergency, parking is banned on all first priority streets in Indianapolis and Marion County until the ban is lifted, with towing and a $25 civil fine for violators.
Whenever the mayor or his designee finds...that weather conditions will or could make it necessary that motor vehicle traffic be expedited and that parking on designated streets shall be restricted...the mayor or his designee shall put into effect a parking prohibition on first priority streets...Upon declaration of a parking prohibition, parking of any kind and in any manner shall be prohibited on all first priority streets until further indicated by the mayor or his designee.
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 47 Update 2).
Full Breakdown
Under the Priority Snow Clearance Ordinance (Sec. 621-301 to 621-309), the mayor or a designee may declare a parking prohibition on first priority streets, thoroughfares, collectors, and streets near hospitals and fire stations, whenever falling snow, ice or a weather forecast makes plowing necessary. Once declared, parking of any kind is banned on those streets until the mayor announces termination. Vehicles left in violation may be towed by police or the Department of Public Works to the nearest garage or storage lot, with owners billed for removal and storage. Second and third priority streets face similar odd/even-day parking restrictions once declared.
Violations & Fines
$25 civil penalty per the Code's fee schedule for Sec. 621-306, plus towing and storage costs; police or DPW may relocate any vehicle left on a declared priority street.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know a snow emergency is declared?
What happens if I don't move my car?
Sources & Official References
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