Modesto enforces street parking regulations including 72-hour limits for vehicles on public streets, posted time zones in downtown and commercial areas, and street sweeping schedules. Vehicles must be currently registered and operable.
Modesto Municipal Code regulates on-street parking throughout the city. Vehicles may not remain parked on any public street for more than 72 consecutive hours. Downtown Modesto has metered and time-limited parking zones (typically 2-hour limits). Street sweeping schedules require vehicles to be moved on designated days. All vehicles parked on public streets must be currently registered with the DMV and in operable condition. Abandoned vehicles are subject to towing after 72 hours. The Modesto Police Department handles parking enforcement.
Overtime parking: citation. 72-hour violation: citation and towing. Unregistered vehicle: citation and tow.
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