Parking

Parking is a complicated issue in our neighborhood. Below are some tips, frequently asked questions and other information that can be handy for residents.

Frequently Asked Parking Questions

  • The City of Grand Rapids does have a program for that with certain qualifications, you can learn more about what it takes to qualify and how to apply: https://www.grandrapidsmi.gov/Government/Departments/Mobile-GR/Apply-for-Accessible-Parking-on-a-Residential-Street

  • Nothing. On neighborhood streets anyone can park anywhere on the street, regardless if it is in front of your home.

    The only time parking is not allowed is if there is no parking, even/odd parking during the winter or a designated handicap space (There will be signs).

  • You can report a disabled vehicle parked on the street by dialing 311 (Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM) or you can report it online at: Report It

    Please note that a vehicle must not have moved for 3 days.

    If the vehicle is tagged and the vehicle is moved by the owner the complaint will be closed.

  • If you would like to know more about Even/Odd Parking, go to our page on Winter Preparedness

  • The answer is 3 feet. Per the City of Grand Rapids Ordinance:

    Sec. 10.45. - Prohibited Parking.

    1. In front of a public or private driveway or alley within three (3) feet of where the course of the curbline has been changed to start the driveway or alley approach;

    Link: https://library.municode.com/mi/grand_rapids/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TITX--TRAFFIC_CH181GETRRE_ART4PARE_S10.45PRPA

  • No. Per the City of Grand Rapids Ordinance:

    Sec. 9.502. - Parking in Front Yards.

    Parking or storage of motor vehicles in a front yard within a residential district is prohibited.

    See the full section of the ordinance at: https://library.municode.com/mi/grand_rapids/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIOLRE_CH164PASTMOVEFRYAWIREDI