San Antonio, TX Parking Rules: Street Parking Limits (2026)
Key Facts
- Code Section
- Ch. 19, §19-194
- Surface Required
- Concrete/asphalt/brick/gravel
- Grass Parking
- Prohibited in front yard
- Fine Range
- $100–$2,000
Summary
San Antonio Code Chapter 19, Article VI regulates parking. Front yard parking on residential properties requires wheels on permanently maintained surfaces (concrete, asphalt, brick, or curbed gravel). Code Compliance and SAPD enforce parking violations with fines of $100–$2,000.
(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 track; or(9) where an official sign pr
Full Breakdown
San Antonio Code Chapter 19, Article VI, Division 2 (§19-194) regulates parking in residential areas. It is unlawful to park motor vehicles, watercraft, campers, or trailers in the front yard or side yard setback unless all wheels are on permanently maintained parking surfaces made of gravel (with barriers/curbing), concrete, brick, or asphalt. Parking on grass, dirt, or unpaved surfaces in front yards is prohibited. Vehicles must have current registration and inspection. The Police Department and Code Compliance Department share enforcement authority. Street parking must not obstruct traffic or fire hydrant access.
Violations & Fines
First violation: $100 minimum fine. Second: $200 minimum. Third+: $300 minimum. Maximum $2,000 for all violations.
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