Facts. Not Fiction: Does the Overnight Parking Restriction Only Apply When It Snows?

It's a clear night. No snow in the forecast. The roads are dry. So, parking on the street overnight should be fine, right?

No. Whitby Does Not allow overnight parking.

The Town's overnight parking restriction is in effect every night from November 1 to April 15, between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. It doesn't matter whether snow is falling, expected or nowhere in sight.

The restriction helps ensure winter maintenance crews have room to complete maintenance tasks, clear roads safely and efficiently and prepare for snow events,

When does the restriction apply?

From November 1 through April 15:

• No parking on Town roads between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m.
• The restriction applies even when there is no snow in the forecast.
• Vehicles parked on the road during a snow event can interfere with snow-clearing operations and may be towed, or receive a parking ticket

What if you have visitors staying overnight?

The Town offers eligible Whitby residents a free Short-Term On-Street Parking Permit for guests, contractors and other infrequent visitors.

There are a few steps:

1. Create an account through the Town's registration system.
2. Provide proof of residency and vehicle information.
3. Wait for your account to be approved.
4. Apply for the dates your visitor needs parking.

Allow up to five days for initial account approval, so don't leave it until the last minute.

There are also some important limitations:

• Permits are not available to residents of apartment buildings or housing complexes.
• They cannot be used for parking on private roads, Regional roads or Provincial roads.
• They do not override other parking restrictions.
• During a winter weather event requiring Town-wide plowing or salting, all parking exemptions are cancelled. Vehicles must be moved off the road.

👉 Apply for a Short-Term On-Street Parking Permit

Why does the Town have this restriction?

Maintenance crews need room to operate. Vehicles left on the road can make it difficult for plows and other equipment to clear snow and ice effectively.

Keeping streets clear overnight helps crews do their work and makes roads safer for everyone.

Vehicles are never to overhang sidewalks or the bottom of the driveway, but this is especially important in the winter when sidewalk plows may need access.

You can also help by moving vehicles off the road during snow events, keeping sidewalks clear and avoiding placing snow from your driveway onto the street.

Where can you find more information?

For parking rules, restrictions and permit information, visit the Town's Parking page.

To learn how roads, sidewalks and trails are cleared during winter, visit Snow Clearing.

The takeaway? The overnight parking restriction is not weather-dependent. Even if the forecast is clear, your vehicle needs to be off the road from November 1 to April 15 between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m.

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