Trucks, RVs, buses, and commercial vehicles prohibited on residential streets at any time per MCC Β§9-64-170. Winter overnight parking ban Dec 1βMar 31. 2-hour parking limits common in neighborhood zones.
MCC Β§9-64-170 prohibits trucks, trailers, buses, RVs over 22 feet, semi-trailers, and commercial vehicles on residential streets at all times except for active loading/unloading. Winter overnight ban (Dec 1βMar 31) on major streets with 2+ inches of snow; $60 ticket + $150 tow fee + $20/day storage. Non-commercial pickup trucks under 8,000 lbs with city sticker may park on residential streets. 2-hour zones enforced in many neighborhoods.
$60 citation for winter parking violations + $150 tow + $20/day storage.
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