Parking on public streets is available to everyone. However, these
are a few of the areas taken from RCW 46.61.570 where parking is
prohibited:
on a sidewalk or street planting strip
within an intersection
on a crosswalk
on any railroad track
anyplace where official signs prohibit parking
in front of or within 5 feet of a driveway
within 15 feet of a fire hydrant
within 20 feet of a crosswalk
within 30 feet of a stop sign, yield sign, traffic signal, or flashing
signal
Parking in a bike lane is also illegal in the City of Redmond.
For information about State codes and regulations, check the Revised
Code of Washington (RCW) and the Washington Administrative Code (WAC) on
the Municipal Research and Services Center of Washington web site. Chapter 10.52 of the Redmond Municipal Code (RMC) more fully answers
the following questions about stopping, standing, and parking in
Redmond. View the
Redmond Municipal Code.
How long can I park on a public street?
RMC 10.52.110 states that a vehicle can park on a public street for no
longer than 24 hours, after which time it could be considered a traffic
safety hazard or reported as abandoned.
Who should I call to have an abandoned vehicle removed from a public
street?
Contact Code Enforcement at the City of Redmond. You can reach them by
email at
codeenforcement@redmond.gov or by calling 425-556-2412.
How can we get No Parking signs in our neighborhood?
Parking can be a problem in residential areas, particularly in those
neighborhoods near schools, public parks, or athletic fields. Residents
need to keep in mind that if parking is prohibited in a neighborhood,
restrictions apply to both residents and visitors to the area. If you have a parking problem in your neighborhood, enroll in the
Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program so the City can work with you
towards a solution.
See RMC 10.52.200 for more information about parking signs.
Can residents paint curbs or install signs to prohibit parking?
No. It is illegal for private residents to paint curbs or install signs
that prohibit parking. Requests for the City to consider parking
restrictions on public streets can be addressed to Public Works/Traffic
Operations at pwtrans@redmond.gov.
How close to the curb should I park?
RMC 10.52.030 states that a vehicle should be parked within 12 inches of
the curb.
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