Residential Parking Rules

Driveways

Parking on grass and dirt is unsightly and causes ruts, uneven grading of yards that can result in structural damage, creates depressions for stagnant water and mosquitoes. The following rules guide residential parking and driveways, but are not exhaustive. For more information, contact Property Standards at 630-256-3770.

Acceptable Surfaces

All vehicles must be parked on cement, asphalt, or pre-existing gravel surfaces. Gravel surfaces established before 1971 at residential properties occupied by the owner are considered grandfathered and may be continued as long as they are adequately maintained. Rental properties are not included under this grandfather clause and must be a hard (cement, asphalt, or permeable pavement) surface.

New Construction

All newly-established parking spaces and driveways require a paving permit from the Division of Building and Permits and must be constructed of hard surfaces such as cement, asphalt, or permeable pavement. For more information contact Building and Permits at: 630-256-3130.

Parking on Grass

Parking on grass or dirt is prohibited at all properties. City fines for parking on grass or dirt range from $50 to $500 per day.

Commercial Vehicles in Residential Neighborhoods

Trucks with Illinois license classification of up to a "B" weight standard may be parked at residential properties unless they are panel trucks or tow trucks.

Vehicles exceeding a "B" license classification are prohibited unless they are electrical, mechanical, or plumbing contractor vehicles used for emergency, 24-hour call service.

Violators may be ticketed. Additionally, City fines for large commercial vehicles parked in residential neighborhoods range from $50 to $200 per day.

Reporting Violations

Violations may be reported to the City of Aurora's Customer Service Division online or by calling 630-256-INFO (4636).