Contact: Rawls Howard
Phone: (336) 373-2748

 New Parking Ordinance Requires Residents to Upgrade Parking

GREENSBORO, NC -- (November 24, 2008) – The City of Greensboro will implement a new parking ordinance in July 2009 that will require major changes in parking at single-family homes and duplexes.

The ordinance, which was adopted by Greensboro City Council this past July, requires owners of single-family homes and duplexes to upgrade their parking spaces and driveways. Under the new law, parking on front lawns is prohibited and property owners must abide by the following rules:

• Parking spaces and driveways must be built with a hard, all-weather surface such as asphalt, concrete, brick, gravel or other approved materials.
• Grass and dirt areas are not acceptable for parking spaces and driveways.
• The edge of parking areas must be clearly defined with a physical edge that is maintained.
• No more than 40 percent of the front yard may be designated for parking.

The ordinance applies to all existing and future parking areas and driveways. For more information call (336) 373-2144.

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