Irving, TX Parking Rules: Street Parking Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- Position
- Parallel, within 18 inches of curb
- Direction
- Must face direction of traffic
- Fire Hydrants
- No parking within 15 feet
- Commercial Vehicles
- Restricted on residential streets
- Report
- Irving PD (972) 273-1010
Summary
Irving requires vehicles to park parallel to the curb with right-hand wheels within 18 inches. Oversized and commercial vehicles on residential streets are enforced by Irving PD.
Sec. 545.302. STOPPING, STANDING, OR PARKING PROHIBITED IN CERTAIN PLACES. (a) An operator may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle:(1) on the roadway side of a vehicle stopped or parked at the edge or curb of a street;(2) on a sidewalk;(3) in an intersection;(4) on a crosswalk;(5) between a safety zone and the adjacent curb or within 30 feet of a place on the curb immediately opposite the ends of a safety zone, unless the governing body of a municipality designates a different length by signs or markings;(6) alongside or opposite a street excavation or obstruction if stopping, standing, or parking the vehicle would obstruct traffic;(7) on a bridge or other elevated structure on a highway or in a highway tunnel;(8) on a railroad track; or(9) where an official sign prohibits stop
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: the cited page had not changed since it was quoted.
Full Breakdown
Irving Code of Ordinances requires that vehicles be parked parallel with the edge of the roadway, headed in the direction of lawful traffic movement, with right-hand wheels within 18 inches of the curb or edge of the roadway. Parking restrictions apply at all times or as indicated on official signs. Oversized vehicles and commercial vehicles on residential streets are violations enforced by the Irving Police Department. Vehicles must not block fire hydrants, driveways, intersections, or crosswalks. Parking in marked fire lanes is prohibited. Report street parking violations to Irving PD at (972) 273-1010.
Violations & Fines
Parking violations enforced by Irving PD. Fines vary by offense. Vehicles may be towed for fire lane violations.
Frequently Asked Questions
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