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Portland, OR Parking Rules: Street Parking Limits (2026)

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

Key Facts

Governing code
Portland City Code Ch. 16.20
Direction rule
Must park facing traffic flow
Driveway buffer
No parking in front of driveway
Hydrant buffer
10 feet from any fire hydrant
Enforcer
Bureau of Transportation

Summary

Portland requires vehicles to park facing the direction of traffic and bans stopping in front of any driveway, fire hydrant, or crosswalk. The Bureau of Transportation enforces Chapter 16.20 with citations and towing.

Except when specifically directed by authority of this Title or when necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic, it is unlawful to park or stop a vehicle in any of the following places: ... V. In front of any portion of a driveway ingress/egress to the public right-of-way.

Source: Portland City Code Title 16 (Vehicles and Traffic)View official code

Full Breakdown

Portland City Code Chapter 16.20 sets the baseline for on-street parking. Section 16.20.110 requires parking in the direction of traffic and within official space markings, or with tires no more than one foot from the curb where no markings exist. Section 16.20.130 lists blanket no-parking zones, including in front of any driveway ingress/egress, within 10 feet of a fire hydrant, within 50 feet of an intersection with a sight-obstructing vehicle, and on sidewalks, crosswalks, or bike lanes. The Bureau of Transportation enforces these rules and may cite or tow noncompliant vehicles.

Violations & Fines

Violations are subject to parking citation and towing under Section 16.20.130 and related enforcement provisions; a vehicle left in a cited spot within 500 feet of the same block face can draw a separate citation for each successive violation under Section 16.20.190.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I park facing the wrong way on my street in Portland?
No. Section 16.20.110(B) says no person may park or stop a vehicle other than in the direction of traffic.
Can I park in front of someone else's driveway in Portland?
No. Section 16.20.130(V) bans parking in front of any portion of a driveway ingress/egress to the public right-of-way, even briefly.

Sources & Official References

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