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Tulsa, OK Parking Rules: Street Parking Limits (2026)

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

Key Facts

Curb distance
within 12 inches, headed with traffic
Driveway blocking
prohibited to any degree
Fire hydrant clearance
10 feet minimum
Unattended limit
24 continuous hours
General penalty
up to $100 fine

Summary

Tulsa bans parking across driveways, at hydrants and crosswalks, and requires cars to park headed with traffic within 12 inches of the curb.

No person shall at any time stop, stand or park a vehicle except in compliance with the direction of a police officer or traffic-control device in any of the following places: A. On a sidewalk; ... D. Within ten (10) feet of a fire hydrant; ... N. In an alley except as provided in Section 517; O. Across a driveway to any degree; ...

Source: https://library.municode.com/ok/tulsa/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TUCOOR_TIT37TURETRCO_CH5STSTPAREView official code

Full Breakdown

Tulsa Revised Ordinances Title 37, § 511 requires a parked vehicle to be headed in the direction of traffic with its curb-side wheels within 12 inches of the curb: parking against traffic flow (wrong-way parking) violates this section. Section 522 separately bans stopping or parking across a driveway to any degree, on a sidewalk, within an intersection, within 10 feet of a fire hydrant, on or over a crosswalk, within 15 feet of a railroad, or in a fire lane, unless directed otherwise by a police officer or traffic-control device. Section 519 adds a 24-hour limit: any vehicle left on a public street, alley or public way for more than 24 continuous hours is declared a public nuisance and may be tagged and impounded.

Violations & Fines

Fine up to $100 under § 527's general parking penalty; a vehicle over 24 hours gets a red-sticker notice and may be booted or towed if not moved.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I park facing against traffic in Tulsa?
No. Section 511.C requires vehicles to be headed in the direction of traffic with curb-side wheels within 12 inches of the curb.
Is it illegal to block a driveway in Tulsa?
Yes. Section 522.O bans stopping or parking across a driveway to any degree, anywhere in the city.

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