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Montgomery County, OH Parking Rules: Street Parking Limits (2026)

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

Key Facts

Governing law
ORC 4511.68 statewide
County roads
Engineer controls right-of-way
Hydrant clearance
Within 10 feet prohibited
Driveways
No parking in front
City streets
Local code plus signs

Summary

Most streets are city or township streets governed by local codes. On county and state roads, Ohio Revised Code 4511.68 sets where you may not park, and it applies uniformly across Montgomery County.

City-specific rules exist: Dayton has its own street parking limits rules that differ from Montgomery County's county-level regulations. If you live in Dayton, check the city-specific page instead.

No person shall stand or park a trackless trolley or vehicle, except when necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic... in front of a public or private driveway; within an intersection; within ten feet of a fire hydrant.

Full Breakdown

Ohio Revised Code 4511.68 lists prohibited standing and parking places statewide. On unincorporated county roads, the Montgomery County Engineer controls the right-of-way, and the sheriff enforces state parking law. Inside cities and villages, the local traffic code and posted signs govern. The statute forbids parking on sidewalks, in front of driveways, within intersections, within ten feet of fire hydrants, on crosswalks, and in many other listed locations.

Violations & Fines

Violating ORC 4511.68 is a minor misdemeanor parking infraction; local jurisdictions may enforce it through civil parking-fine systems under ORC Chapter 4521.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I not park under Ohio law?
ORC 4511.68 prohibits parking on sidewalks, in front of driveways, within intersections, within ten feet of hydrants, on crosswalks, and near stop signs, among other listed places.
Who enforces street parking on county roads?
The Montgomery County Sheriff enforces state parking law on unincorporated county roads; cities and villages enforce their own traffic codes.

Sources & Official References

Other rules in Montgomery County

All Montgomery County rules

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