Blaine Police Remind Residents: Winter Parking Restrictions Now Enforced to Keep Streets Safe and Clear

BLAINE, Minn. (Nov. 4, 2025) — As temperatures drop and winter approaches, the Blaine Police Department is reminding residents that the city’s winter parking regulations are officially in effect. The seasonal rules, which aim to keep streets safe and accessible for snowplows and emergency vehicles, run annually from November 1 through April 1, according to the City of Blaine.

While major snowfall has yet to arrive, police officials are urging residents to plan ahead and adhere to the city’s winter parking rules to avoid citations, towing, and potential delays in snow removal.

“Keeping streets clear of vehicles allows plows to move as quickly and safely as possible,” the department stated in a public reminder this week.

Key Winter Parking Rules in Blaine

The Blaine Police Department outlined two major restrictions for all city streets:

• Overnight Parking Ban: No parking is allowed on any city street between 2:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. during the winter months. However, the department may grant temporary overnight parking permits in emergency situations.
• Snowfall Parking Restriction: After a snowfall of two inches or more, no street parking is permitted until the roadway has been fully plowed curb-to-curb.

These regulations are part of City Code Section 82-181, which authorizes parking restrictions to ensure public safety and efficient snow-clearing operations. Violators may be ticketed or towed at the owner’s expense.

Public Safety and Community Cooperation

City officials emphasize that timely snow removal not only improves driving conditions but also helps ensure access for emergency vehicles, school buses, and city services throughout Blaine’s neighborhoods.

Residents are encouraged to stay informed about snow emergencies, parking updates, and other city alerts through BlaineMN.gov/Parking, where full details about parking permits, enforcement, and exemptions are available.

For residents facing an urgent or exceptional need for overnight parking, the Blaine Police Department may issue a short-term permit upon request.

Learn More:
For complete details about Blaine’s winter parking regulations, visit the City’s official website at BlaineMN.gov/Parking.

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