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Fairfax County, VA Parking Rules: Street Parking Limits (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified August 2026

Key Facts

Driveway buffer
10 feet either side
Intersection buffer
20 feet
Fire hydrant buffer
15 feet
Enforcement
Fairfax County Police Department

Summary

Fairfax County bans parking on sidewalks, within 10 feet of driveways, 20 feet of intersections and crosswalks, and 15 feet of fire hydrants under Section 82-5-1, with exceptions only for police direction or unavoidable traffic conflicts.

These county ordinances apply to unincorporated areas of Fairfax County. Incorporated cities within the county may have their own rules that take precedence over county-level regulations.

No person shall park a vehicle, except when necessary to avoid a conflict with other traffic or in compliance with the directions of a police officer or traffic-control device, in any of the following places: (1) On a sidewalk; (2) In front of, or within ten feet to either side of, a public or private driveway; (3) In or within 20 feet of an intersection; (4) Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant located on private or public property or within a fire lane...

Source: Fairfax County Code Chapter 82 - Motor Vehicles and TrafficView official code

Full Breakdown

Section 82-5-1 lists 16 specific no-parking places on county streets: sidewalks, within 10 feet either side of a driveway, within 20 feet of an intersection or crosswalk, within 15 feet of a fire hydrant or fire lane, within 30 feet of a stop sign or signal, within 50 feet of a railroad crossing, and near fire stations, safety zones, bridges and curb ramps. Fairfax County Police enforce these bans, and blocking a driveway or hydrant draws a citation even without a posted sign.

Violations & Fines

Parking in a prohibited zone is a citable offense enforced by Fairfax County Police; violators face fines under Section 82-1-32's general parking penalty schedule, and vehicles blocking hydrants or fire lanes can be towed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I park in front of my neighbor's driveway in Fairfax County?
No. Section 82-5-1 bars parking in front of, or within 10 feet to either side of, any public or private driveway, including a neighbor's, regardless of who owns the curb space.
How close to an intersection can I park on a Fairfax County street?
At least 20 feet away. Section 82-5-1 prohibits parking in or within 20 feet of any intersection or marked crosswalk.

Sources & Official References

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