WINTER PARKING RULES

Alternate Side Street Parking

Alternate Side Street Parking rules are in effect 24 hours a day from December 1st through March 31st.

Even Days: Park on the EVEN side until 5:00 PM. After 5:00PM, park on the ODD side.
Odd Day: Park on the ODD side until 5:00 PM. After 5:00 PM, park on the EVEN side.
Exception: On consecutive odd days: [Dec 31 & Jan 1 / Jan 31 & Feb 1] - park on the odd side both days, changing to the even side after 5:00 PM on the second day.

Streets Exempt from Alternate Side Parking:

Alternate side parking rules apply to all streets Village-wide except Red-Line streets.

Red-Line streets are exempt from alternate side parking but are regulated under Snow Emergency Route rules. These streets typically have permitted parking on only one side, with the opposite side posted as No Parking, No Standing, or No Stopping.

On Red-Line streets, motorists may park on the permitted side every day, unless there is 2" or more of snowfall. During snow events, Snow Emergency Route rules take effect, and parking restrictions must be followed.

A complete list of Red-Line streets can be found in the Village Code, § 264-100:
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Enforcement:

WARNING Tickets will be issued for Alternate-Side Parking violations for the first full week of December. After the warning period, Alternate Side Parking violation fines are $40. A $20 discount is applied if paid in within 7 days.

Red Line Street Listing

Snow Emergency Routes

Snow Emergency Routes prohibit on-street parking whenever 2 inches or more of snow has fallen until the snow event has ended and plowing operations are complete. During such snow events, all vehicles must be removed from these streets to allow crews to clear them safely and efficiently. Failure to move your vehicle may result in a ticket and/or tow.

These routes are marked with posted signs on applicable blocks, and Snow Emergency Route rules can be enforced at any time, not just during the December 1 to March 31 alternate side parking period.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is there Alternate Side Parking?

Alternate Side Parking rules allow one side of the street to remain clear so the DPW can effectively remove snow. The following day, the opposite side is cleared. This system keeps streets safe and accessible during the winter.

Why are these rules in effect 24/7?

These rules are in place around the clock to ensure the Department of Public Works (DPW) can efficiently clear streets of snow at any time, including during normal working hours following a snow event.

Enforcing the rules 24/7 also:

Maintains consistency: Residents are always aware of which side to park on, preventing confusion and blocked streets.
Ensures traffic flow: Even when it’s not actively snowing, snow banks from previous snow events can narrow streets, making it difficult for large vehicles like fire trucks and school buses to pass.

How do I know what side to park on, and when do I switch sides?

Even-numbered days: Park on the even side (house numbers ending in 0, 2, 4, etc.) until 4:59 p.m.
Odd-numbered days: Park on the odd side (house numbers ending in 1, 3, 5, etc.) until 4:59 p.m.

After 5:00 p.m., park on the side needed for the next day.

In other words: “After 5 PM, park for tomorrow.”

What if I can’t move my vehicle at 5 PM? Will I get a ticket?

The JCPD understands that moving vehicles precisely at 5 PM isn’t always possible. Officers exercise discretion, and enforcement is reasonable. Our goal is not to issue tickets at the exact minute—just to ensure residents comply in a timely manner.

Why is Alternate Side Parking enforced even when it’s not snowing?

These Rules are in place 24/7 for several important reasons.

Consistency Helps Avoid Complacency: Enforcing the rules every day helps residents develop a routine, so they always know which side of the street to park on. If enforcement only occurred during snow events, many people would forget or misjudge which side is allowed, resulting in more violations. Consistent rules reduce the need for officials to spend extra time tracking down vehicles that are blocking plowing operations. A predictable system also helps visitors know where it’s safe to park, keeping traffic flowing smoothly.
Snow and street conditions linger: Even when it’s not actively snowing, snow banks from previous snow events can narrow streets, making it difficult for large vehicles—like fire trucks, school buses, and garbage trucks—to pass safely.
Efficiency matters: Keeping one side consistently clear allows DPW to plow, salt, and maintain streets more effectively, reducing cleanup time and ensuring safer travel.

By following these rules 24/7, streets stay safe, clear, and accessible for everyone, even on sunny winter days.