Street parking in unincorporated DeKalb County follows Georgia vehicle code and county ordinances. No parking within 15 feet of fire hydrants, no blocking driveways or intersections. Inoperable vehicles are regulated under the county nuisance code (Ch. 18). Code Enforcement: 404-371-2181.
DeKalb County Code (including Ch. 18 Nuisances) and Georgia state vehicle code govern street parking in unincorporated areas. Vehicles may not block fire hydrants (15-foot clearance), driveways, sidewalks, or intersections. Inoperable vehicles on public streets are subject to towing. Residential streets generally allow parking unless posted. Code Enforcement (404-371-2181) handles complaints.
Parking ticket: $25 to $75. Fire hydrant: $100+. Towing fees: $150 to $300 plus storage.
DeKalb County, GA
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