Salem regulates on-street parking through its traffic code. Vehicles may not park on public streets for more than 72 hours. Downtown and Capitol area have metered parking and time limits.
Salem's traffic code limits on-street parking to 72 hours without moving the vehicle. Downtown Salem and the Capitol area have metered parking with posted time limits. Parking is prohibited within 15 feet of fire hydrants, at crosswalks, and in posted no-parking zones. Vehicles must park in the direction of traffic flow. The city operates parking enforcement in downtown and residential permit zones. Some residential areas near the Capitol have permit-only parking programs.
Parking violations result in citations with fines. Vehicles parked over 72 hours may be tagged and towed at the owner's expense.
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