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Overnight Parking & Winter Bans in Burnaby

Know when to move your vehicle, which streets require permits, and how towing is enforced during winter bans.

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Burnaby overnight parking is generally allowed on unsigned residential streets. Note the citywide 3-hour limit for non-residents between 08:00–18:00 in front of homes or businesses you don’t own/work at, and a 24-hour maximum at one spot under the Street & Traffic Bylaw. Review the City’s rules on Burnaby parking. There is no fixed Burnaby winter parking ban, but during snow events the City asks drivers to keep streets clear so plows can operate; temporary restrictions may be posted. Tip: in snow, park off-street overnight and watch for temporary signs to avoid tickets or towing.

Overnight parking

Allowed when no bans active

Typical overnight window: Allowed unless posted; respect 3-hour daytime and 24-hour storage limits.

Permit requirement

No permit required

Winter parking ban

Not listed

No seasonal ban recorded, but snow emergencies may trigger restrictions.

Towing enforced

Yes, towing enforced

Typical fines and enforcement

Penalties set by Street & Traffic Bylaw 4299 (varies by violation).

Specific ticket amounts vary; refer to Street & Traffic Bylaw No. 4299 penalty schedule for details.

Always confirm the latest posted signage before leaving a vehicle overnight.

During snow emergencies the municipality advises: No fixed winter ban; the City asks residents to avoid on-street parking during snowfall so plows can clear roads. Temporary restrictions may be signed..

Parking details

Overnight window: Allowed unless posted; respect 3-hour daytime and 24-hour storage limits.

Winter ban months: Not listed

Snow emergency: No fixed winter ban; the City asks residents to avoid on-street parking during snowfall so plows can clear roads. Temporary restrictions may be signed.

Typical ticket amounts: Specific ticket amounts vary; refer to Street & Traffic Bylaw No. 4299 penalty schedule for details.

Official resources

Source: Parking | City of Burnaby

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Snow emergency template

Message to landlord or HOA

Hello property manager, The city has a winter parking ban from Not listed and restricts overnight parking No seasonal ban hours published. During snow emergencies, the city instructs drivers: No fixed winter ban; the City asks residents to avoid on-street parking during snowfall so plows can clear roads. Temporary restrictions may be signed.. Could you share a reminder with residents so we can avoid towing or tickets? Reference: https://www.cityrules.info/parking-rules/canada/british-columbia/burnaby

Frequently asked questions

Answers are summarized from the city bylaw for quick reference. For the full context, follow the official links below.

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