Evanston, IL Parking Rules: Street Parking Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- Driveway buffer
- 8 feet, where posted
- Hydrant buffer
- 15 feet
- Bike lane blocking fine
- $75, tow possible
- Driveway/hydrant fine
- $60
Summary
Evanston bars stopping or parking on the roadway side of a curbed vehicle, in a bike lane, or within 8 feet of a driveway or 15 feet of a fire hydrant, with fines from $55 to $75.
(A)Stop, stand or park a vehicle:1.On the roadway side of any vehicle stopped or parked at the edge or curb of a street. A violation of Section 10-4-1(A)(1) shall result in a mandatory fine of fifty-five dollars ($55.00)....(B)Stand or park a vehicle, whether occupied or not, except momentarily to pick up or discharge passengers:1.In front of a public or private driveway or alley, and within eight (8) feet of a public or private driveway or alley where signposted. A violation of Section 10-4-1(B)(1) shall result in a mandatory fine of sixty dollars ($60.00).
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 21).
Full Breakdown
Evanston City Code § 10-4-1 lists places where stopping, standing, or parking is prohibited citywide, including double-parking on the roadway side of a curbed vehicle ($55 fine), blocking a bike lane ($75 fine, plus possible towing), and parking on railroad tracks ($500 fine or 50 hours of community service). It separately bars standing in front of or within 8 feet of a signposted driveway or alley ($60 fine) and within 15 feet of a fire hydrant ($60 fine), among other locations like intersections, crosswalks, and bridges.
Violations & Fines
Double-parking on the roadway side of a curbed vehicle: $55, plus $55 more if unpaid after 21 days. Blocking a driveway or fire hydrant: $60, plus $55 late penalty. Blocking a bike lane: $75, plus towing and a $25 late penalty.
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