Charlotte Code Ch. 14 governs street parking. Time limits apply in commercial areas (typically 2-hour). Residential permit parking zones established near NoDa, Plaza Midwood, and other high-demand neighborhoods. Parking enforcement by CMPD.
Street parking in Charlotte is regulated by local ordinance under N.C.G.S. §160A-301. N.C.G.S. §20-161 governs parking on state-maintained roads. Common local rules include: no parking within 15 ft of fire hydrants, no blocking intersections, time limits in commercial districts, and overnight parking restrictions in some neighborhoods. Abandoned vehicles may be towed after notice. Residential permit parking zones exist in some NC cities near universities and commercial districts.
Parking ticket: $25 to $75. Fire hydrant: $100+. Towing fees: $150 to $300 plus storage.
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