Richardson, TX Parking Rules: Street Parking Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- Curb Distance
- Within 18 inches
- Lane Clearance
- Minimum 10 ft
- RV Street Permit
- Max 14 days
- Traffic Code
- Chapter 22
Summary
Richardson regulates on-street parking under Chapter 22 (Traffic). Vehicles must be parked parallel to the curb with right wheels within 18 inches. A minimum 10 feet of roadway width must remain clear for traffic.
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;(5) between a safety zone and the adjacent curb or within 30 feet of a place on the curb immediately opposite the ends of a safety zone, unless the governing body of a municipality designates a different length by signs or markings;(6) alongside or opposite a street excavation or obstruction if stopping, standing, or parking the vehicle would obstruct traffic;(7) on a bridge or other elevated structure on a highway or in a highway tunnel;(8) on a railroad tr
Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: the cited page had not changed since it was quoted.
Full Breakdown
Under Sec. 13-1(g), on-street parking requires the right-hand wheels to be parallel to and within 18 inches of the right-hand curb, with a minimum of 10 feet of roadway width left clear for free movement of vehicular traffic. RVs on the street require a temporary permit (max 14 days). Chapter 22 (Traffic) contains additional street parking regulations. Parking is prohibited where posted by no-parking signs. The city may restrict parking on specific streets for traffic safety or during special events.
Violations & Fines
Street parking violations result in citations and potential towing. Fines vary based on the specific violation.
Frequently Asked Questions
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