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McKinney, TX Parking Rules: Street Parking Limits (2026)

Light Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified April 2026

Key Facts

Curb Distance
18 inches maximum
Hydrant
15 ft clearance
Downtown
2-hr limit 8 AM-6 PM
Citation
30 dollars standard
Boot
After 3 unpaid

Summary

McKinney generally allows on-street parking on public streets unless posted. Vehicles must park within 18 inches of the curb, not block driveways, fire hydrants (15 ft), or crosswalks (20 ft). Historic Downtown has 2-hour time-limited zones.

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; ... (b) An operator may not, except momentarily to pick up or discharge a passenger, stand or park an occupied or unoccupied vehicle: (1) in front of a public or private driveway; (2) within 15 feet of a fire hydrant; (3) within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection; (4) within 30 feet on the approach to a flashing signal, stop sign, yield sign, or traffic-control signal located at the side of a roadway

Source: McKinney Code ComplianceView official code

Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: the cited page had not changed since it was quoted.

Full Breakdown

Chapter 106 Traffic of the McKinney Code regulates street parking. Downtown Historic District enforces 2-hour limits Monday-Saturday 8 AM to 6 PM on designated blocks around the Square. Parking against the flow of traffic is prohibited. Narrow residential streets may be signed for one-side-only parking.

Violations & Fines

Parking citation 30 dollars. Blocking hydrant or fire lane: 75-100 dollars. Downtown overtime: 25 dollars. Unpaid citations may result in vehicle boot after 3 outstanding tickets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I park on the street in McKinney?
Generally yes, unless posted signs, HOA rules, or city ordinances restrict it. Vehicles must be registered and operable. Blocking sidewalks and fire hydrants is prohibited.
How do I report a junk vehicle on the street in McKinney?
Contact McKinney Code Compliance at 972-547-7445 or file a report through the city's website.

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