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Lee's Summit, MO Parking Rules: Street Parking Limits (2026)

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

Key Facts

Curb distance
Within 12 inches
Fire hydrant
Keep 15 feet clear
Driveway
Keep 4 feet clear
Roadway clearance
Leave 10 feet for traffic
Signed zones
2-hour or no-parking limits

Summary

Lee's Summit allows on-street parking but requires vehicles to sit within 12 inches of the curb, off the unpaved shoulder, and clear of hydrants, driveways, and crosswalks. Signed zones can impose two-hour limits or full no-parking.

No person shall park any vehicle upon a street, other than an alley, in such a manner or under such conditions as to leave available less than ten (10) feet of the width of the roadway for free movement of vehicular traffic.

Source: Lee's Summit Code of OrdinancesView official code

Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 55 | Unified Development Ordinance: Supplement 15).

Full Breakdown

Under Chapter 29, Article V, vehicles must park parallel and within 12 inches of the right-hand curb (Sec. 29-357) and cannot stop within 15 feet of a fire hydrant, within 4 feet of a driveway or alley, within 20 feet of a crosswalk, or within 30 feet of a stop sign or signal (Sec. 29-354). Parking must leave at least 10 feet of roadway clear for traffic (Sec. 29-363). The City Traffic Engineer posts two-hour and no-parking zones; those restrictions apply only where signs are erected. Parking a vehicle on the street to display it for sale or to make repairs is prohibited (Sec. 29-362).

Violations & Fines

Illegal street parking is a non-moving violation, and the vehicle owner is liable. Fines are set by the municipal court, and obstructing vehicles may be towed under Sec. 29-60.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is street parking allowed in Lee's Summit?
Yes, on most residential streets, as long as you park within 12 inches of the curb and clear of hydrants, driveways, and crosswalks. Watch for posted restrictions.
Can I sell my car by parking it on the street?
No. Parking a vehicle on any roadway mainly to display it for sale or to make non-emergency repairs is prohibited under Sec. 29-362.

Sources & Official References

Other rules in Lee's Summit

Overnight ParkingFew RestrictionsFence Regulations: Height LimitsSome RestrictionsRV & Boat ParkingSome RestrictionsLoading ZonesSome RestrictionsCurb Color RulesSome RestrictionsCommercial & Oversized VehiclesSome RestrictionsDriveway RulesSome RestrictionsAbandoned VehiclesSome RestrictionsFence Regulations: Retaining WallsSome RestrictionsFence Regulations: Fence Permit RequirementsSome RestrictionsFence Regulations: Material RestrictionsSome RestrictionsAnimal Ordinances: Veterinary Clinic ZoningSome RestrictionsFire Regulations: Brush ClearanceSome Restrictions

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