Dallas regulates street parking through Chapter 28 (Motor Vehicles and Traffic). General restrictions include no parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant, 20 feet of a crosswalk, or 30 feet of a stop sign. Some residential areas have posted time limits or permit parking.
Dallas Code Chapter 28 governs street parking. Standard restrictions prohibit parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant, 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection, 30 feet of a traffic signal or stop sign, and in marked no-parking zones. Double parking is prohibited. Some residential neighborhoods have posted time limits (typically 24-72 hours) or residential permit parking zones. The Transportation Department posts signage for restricted areas. Vehicles must be parked in the direction of traffic flow. Parking on sidewalks or blocking driveways is prohibited.
Parking violations may result in citations and fines. Vehicles in violation may be towed at the owner's expense. Unpaid parking tickets may result in vehicle registration holds.
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