Residents reminded to remove street-parked cars during winter storms
As winter storms begin to move into Eagle Mountain, City officials are reminding residents to keep vehicles off public streets to ensure road crews can safely and effectively plow neighborhoods.
Under City Code 10.10.050, parking is prohibited on Eagle Mountain streets from Nov. 1 to March 15 whenever snow accumulates. The rule is in place to keep roads passable during storms and prevent unsafe conditions created by parked vehicles.
Neighborhood Improvement Officer Dave Draper says the biggest reason for the policy is simple: access.
“In past years, we’ve seen instances where we could only make one pass on a residential street because of the number of cars parked along the roadway,” Draper said. “It slows down snow removal for the entire neighborhood.”
Blocked plows can create lingering icy patches, narrow driving lanes, and delays in clearing school routes and major connectors. Draper also noted the added safety risks during storms.
“Slick roads can lead to additional accidents when vehicles slide into cars parked on the street,” he said.
While some residents wonder whether the City actively enforces winter parking, Draper says enforcement is not only happening but has become more efficient.
When a complaint is received, Neighborhood Improvement staff respond by tagging the vehicle and beginning documentation.
“Just because it’s tagged doesn’t mean it’s towed right away,” Draper explained. “We now have the capability to run plates at the City level to identify the owner, so residents may receive a notice or a parking ticket.”
Parking fines increase with repeat offenses:
- $25 for the first violation
- $50 for the second
- $75 for the third
Towing remains a last resort and is used only when public safety requires it, such as when snow has accumulated and plows cannot navigate around a parked vehicle.
“If it’s a situation where we have enough accumulation for cars to be towed, we really encourage residents to find a place to park off the street,” Draper said.
City officials emphasize that the winter parking rule is not punitive, but it’s a practical step to keep roads safe and plowable.
“Removing vehicles from the street helps everyone,” Draper said. “It allows plows to do their job quickly, reduces the chance of accidents, and keeps neighborhoods accessible during storms.”
Residents can report winter parking concerns through the City’s official channels, including the Resident Portal.
With several months of potential snowfall ahead, Eagle Mountain City is asking residents to plan ahead, move vehicles early during storm forecasts and help keep roads open for crews and neighbors throughout the winter season.