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Overnight Parking & Winter Bans in Halifax

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

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Halifax winter parking ban runs annually Dec 15–Mar 31 and is enforced only during declared weather events and clearing operations, typically 01:00–06:00. Check ban status and zones on the official overnight winter parking ban page. When enforced, on-street parking is prohibited; violations can result in a $100 ticket and vehicles may be towed (see towing info). Outside ban hours/dates, overnight street parking is generally allowed unless posted. Tip: during storms, move off-street and verify your zone on the parking ban map to avoid ticketing and towing.

Overnight parking

Allowed when no bans active

Typical overnight window: Generally allowed unless posted; winter ban enforced 01:00-06:00 when declared.

Permit requirement

No permit required

Winter parking ban

Active

Ban months: Dec 15-Mar 31. Hours: 01:00-06:00 when the winter ban is declared.

Towing enforced

Yes, towing enforced

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Typical fines and enforcement

$25-$150 depending on violation; winter ban/obstruction $100.

$100 ticket for winter parking ban or obstructing snow removal; other categories often $25; accessible zone $100.

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

During snow emergencies the municipality advises: Ban is enforced 1 a.m.–6 a.m. during declared weather events and snow clearing; vehicles may be ticketed and/or towed..

Parking details

Overnight window: Generally allowed unless posted; winter ban enforced 01:00-06:00 when declared.

Winter ban months: Dec 15-Mar 31

Snow emergency: Ban is enforced 1 a.m.–6 a.m. during declared weather events and snow clearing; vehicles may be ticketed and/or towed.

Typical ticket amounts: $100 ticket for winter parking ban or obstructing snow removal; other categories often $25; accessible zone $100.

Official resources

Source: Overnight winter parking ban | Halifax

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Snow emergency template

Message to landlord or HOA

Hello property manager, The city has a winter parking ban from Dec 15-Mar 31 and restricts overnight parking 01:00-06:00 when the winter ban is declared. During snow emergencies, the city instructs drivers: Ban is enforced 1 a.m.–6 a.m. during declared weather events and snow clearing; vehicles may be ticketed and/or towed.. Could you share a reminder with residents so we can avoid towing or tickets? Reference: https://www.cityrules.info/parking-rules/canada/nova-scotia/halifax

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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