January 22, 2024
The City of Edmonton has declared a citywide parking ban, beginning with Phase 1 (Major roads), on Tuesday, January 23, at 7 a.m. Phase 1 is expected to last for approximately 48 hours. The City will provide an update as crews finalize work.
“The continued accumulation of snow combined with the warmer temperatures and lingering snowpack necessitate a Phase 1 parking ban to ensure the major roadways are cleared and safe for all vehicles,” said Val Dacyk, General Supervisor of Infrastructure Field Operations, Parks and Roads Services. “We appreciate everyone keeping these major roadways cleared of parked vehicles so crews can provide clearer roads that are easier and safer to navigate. We anticipate the parking ban to remain in effect for 3 to 5 days.”
During Phase 1, crews clear arterial roads, collector roads, bus routes (roads marked with seasonal no parking signage) and roads within business improvement areas. Parking will be prohibited in these areas, however, people may continue to park on their residential streets. Edmontonians are reminded that parking is also allowed on roads as soon as they have been cleared, as long as parking is allowed there normally. Residents should refer to the
Roadways Snow Clearing Map for current clearing status of roadways.
Please note, EPark zones are not active during Phase 1 of the parking ban while these areas are cleared.
Vehicles parked on Phase 1 parking ban routes after 7 a.m. on January 23 may be ticketed and towed at the owner's expense. Crews and equipment will be working 24 hours a day until Phase 1 roads are clear. If a vehicle has been towed, the owner should contact 311 for details.
Once the Phase 1 parking ban is complete, a separate announcement may be made if the City determines a Phase 2 (Residential & Industrial) parking ban is necessary.
Motorists are advised to drive to conditions and maintain a safe following distance between vehicles. Give snow and ice clearing crews room to work as they work to get the roads cleared.
Learn about how we prioritize roads and sign up for the new parking ban notification tool, that gives 24 hour advance notice of when crews will be in your area at:
www.edmonton.ca/SafeTravels.
