Federal Way allows on-street parking on most residential streets with a 72-hour maximum per RCW 46.55.010. Posted no-parking zones, school zones, and time-limit blocks override the general rule.
Under FWRC Title 8 and state law RCW 46.55.010, a vehicle may not remain parked on any Federal Way street for more than 72 continuous hours. Federal Way Police can tag and then tow vehicles that exceed this limit even if they are legally registered. Several downtown blocks near the Federal Way Transit Center, South 320th Street, and the Performing Arts and Event Center are signed for 2 or 3-hour limits during business hours, with enforcement by chalk or license-plate recognition. Residential streets near Federal Way High School, Todd Beamer High School, and Thomas Jefferson High School have additional no-parking zones during school drop-off and pickup periods. Parking within 5 feet of a driveway, 15 feet of a fire hydrant, or 30 feet of a stop sign is prohibited statewide under RCW 46.61.570. Oversize vehicles over 80 inches wide are separately restricted on residential streets under FWRC 8.30.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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