7-607 - Parking Violations

Policy

1. Under normal conditions, all existing parking regulations will be enforced with reasonableness and impartiality.
2. Supervisors shall be responsible for parking enforcement in their precincts, and Watch Commanders will ensure citywide compliance.
3. Towing shall be done in accordance with P&P 7-700 Vehicle Impounding and Towing.
4. Winter Parking and Snow Emergencies

1. Snow emergencies are declared by the City Engineer and the Chief of Police and last 72 hours. Streets posted as snow emergency routes shall have enforcement action taken to ensure proper plowing.
2. When the Winter Parking Restrictions are in place, as declared by the City, all vehicles parked in violation of the Restrictions shall be tagged.
3. Vehicles parked in violation of Snow Emergencies or Winter Parking Restrictions shall be towed using an “Immediate Red Tag Tow,” in accordance with P&P 7-703 Towing Procedure- General.