Parking on county-maintained roads in unincorporated Multnomah County is governed by Oregon state traffic laws and county road rules. Abandoned vehicles may be reported to Multnomah County Sheriff. Each city within the county (Portland, Gresham, Troutdale) has its own separate parking code.
Multnomah County maintains roads in unincorporated areas; Oregon state traffic laws (ORS Title 59) govern parking on these county roads. Vehicles parked on county roads must follow standard state traffic rules. Abandoned vehicles on county roads can be reported to the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office: 503-988-0560. Vehicles on private property in unincorporated areas must park on stable surfaces (not blocking drainage ditches or county road access). Each incorporated city in the county has its own parking ordinances — see Portland, Gresham, and Troutdale entries for city-specific rules.
Parking citations per posted restrictions. Expired registration: citation. Abandoned vehicle: tow per ORS 819.110.
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