Street Parking - City of Kamloops

Why are there parking
restrictions in this
neighbourhood?
The purpose of two-hour time restricted
parking is to limit the number of non-residents
who park in residential areas.
Residential parking permits provide the City of
Kamloops with a record of residents who rely
on being able to park on the street where they
reside.
Permit holders cannot park their vehicles for
more than 48 hours continuously without
moving their vehicles.
While residential parking permits allow vehicles
to remain parked on a street for up to 48 hours
without moving, the vehicle, operators, and
owners must comply with Motor Vehicle Act
regulations and Traffic Control By-law No. 23-30.
Parking Etiquette
Residents should remain mindful that parking
on City streets is obtained upon availability of
space. Out of courtesy for neighbours, residents
are encouraged to park in front of their own
residence when space is available.
Contact us.
By-law Enforcement Section
6 Seymour Street West
Kamloops BC V2C 1E1
General Inquiries
250-828-3407
http://www.kamloops.ca/bylaws
Street Parking
Residential Parking in
Two-hour Time Zones
www.kamloops.ca

Two Types of
Residential
Parking Permits
Residential - Licence Plate Specific for Address
Only
• Permits must have a valid licence plate
attached.
• Permits are non-transferable to other
vehicles.
• Permits are valid within approximately one
block of residence.
Residential Visitor Permit and Residential Visitor
Permit Card - Address Specific
• Visitor(s) must be visiting the property
address.
• Hang the visitor permit on rear‐view mirror
and place residential visitor permit card on
the dash.
• Permits allow visitor(s) to park up to a
maximum of five consecutive days.
• In order to obtain a new booklet of visitor
permits, return a completed booklet to Bylaw
Enforcement at 6 Seymour Street West.
• Permits are valid within approximately one
block of residence.
FAQs
What is the cost of a permit?
Residential parking permits are free.
How do I obtain a permit?
The property owner is responsible for applying
for parking permits.
Permits are valid for one year, from January 1 to
December 31. Permit holders should apply at
City Hall in mid-December to obtain a permit for
the following year.
Property owners must supply the City of
Kamloops with names, vehicle licence plate
numbers, and proof of residency with their
applications.
Proof of residency can be made with a utility
bill, phone bill, rent receipt, or a driver’s licence
that associates the applicant’s identity with the
property address.
What happens if I move or I acquire a
different vehicle?
Residential parking permits are issued to
specific vehicles and are associated with specific
addresses. If a vehicle changes, your permit
will not be valid and you must apply for a new
permit in accordance with Traffic Control By-law
No. 23-30.
How many permits can I have?
Two permits may be issued for each single
family residence and one additional permit may
be issued for every 8 m of frontage for property
that exceeds 16 m in frontage.
Street frontage refers to the property line
adjacent to the street in the area normally
considered the front of the home and/or lot, but
does not include a secondary or side yard lot
line.
What happens if I do not have a permit?
By-law Officers regularly patrol two-hour time
restricted areas. Vehicles that are parked for
more than two hours without a permit may
receive a fine or may be towed at the vehicle
owner’s expense.
How long can I park my vehicle for?
Permit holders cannot park their vehicles for
more than 48 hours continuously without
moving the vehicle.
Where should I display my parking permit?
Attach your permit to the rear-view mirror
or place it face up on the dashboard of your
vehicle. Officers must be able to clearly see
your permit, and it must not be obstructed
in any way. Failure to propertly dislplay your
permit may result in a fine.