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 If you own a truck or oversized vehicle, this information is for you.
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What is a truck?
City of Calgary bylaws define a truck as a vehicle used for transporting goods and materials of any kind.
Parking your truck
The Calgary Parking Authority (CPA) enforces all non-moving violations of trucks and other vehicles on public streets in Calgary.
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I use my truck for work. Can I bring it home at night? |
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You may park on the street at any time if the registered maximum weight of your vehicle is less than 4,000 kg. If the maximum weight of your vehicle is more than 4,000 kg but less than 5,450 kg, you can park without a permit* during the day from 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
*If a Residential Parking Permit (RPP) is required for the area in which the vehicle is parked, then a valid RPP must be displayed in the vehicle.
If your truck weighs more than 4,000 kg and is parked after 8:00 p.m. and before 8:00 a.m., you may be fined under Calgary Traffic Bylaw 26M96 Section 18(1)(b).
Trucks with a maximum weight in excess of 5,450 kg may park at a residence only to make a delivery (e.g. furniture) or supply a service (e.g. landscaping).
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I make deliveries with my truck in the downtown area. Where can I load or unload? |
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Downtown is an unrestricted truck zone. Most areas have loading docks or loading zones but don't forget to note the maximum time limits for loading and unloading.
If your vehicle is registered commercially and you use the alleys, try to make your deliveries before or after the rush hours.
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When can I park off the truck route? |
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A person may be off the truck route to obtain fuel, to obtain repairs, accommodation or food at a commercial premise. In these situations, the truck must have no more than three axles, including the front axle.
Otherwise, trucks may leave a designated truck route only to collect or deliver cargo or supply a service, and must take the most direct, accessible connection between the nearest truck route and their destination.
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Can I lodge a complaint against a neighbour who has parked a large truck in his/her driveway or backyard? |
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To voice a complaint regarding a truck parked in your neighbour's driveway or yard, contact Land Use and Mobility, Development Inspection Services at 268-5415. |
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Can I park my truck in a vacant lot? |
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Yes, with prior permission from the property owner. Be aware that restrictions may apply, such as a maximum 4,000 kg gross vehicle weight in residential areas. |
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What if someone parks a truck in my driveway or on my vacant property without my permission? |
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A person cannot park any vehicle (including a truck) on private property without permission of the property owner. Under the Calgary Land Use Bylaw 2P80, Section 20(10), trucks with a maximum gross weight of over 4,000 kg cannot be parked on private property in residential areas without a valid development permit from the City of Calgary Land Use and Mobility. For more information on applying for a development permit, contact Land Use and Mobility at 268-5353.
If you are a property owner and someone has parked on your property without your permission, you may call CPA to have the vehicle in question removed. CPA is not entitled to act upon requests to remove trucks and other vehicles from anyone other than private property owners, or a person(s) designated by the owner.
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Legislation
For information on the Calgary Traffic Bylaw (CTB) and Calgary Truck Route Bylaw (CTRB) visit:
City of Calgary Bylaws
Calgary Truck and Dangerous Goods Routes Information:
Calgary Truck and Dangerous Goods Routes Map
CTB Section 18(1)(b)
Trucks heavier than 4,000 kg Parked in Residential area 8:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m.
Penalty: $150 ($120 early payment incentive program)
CTB Section 18(3)
Trucks Heavier than 5,450 kg Parked off truck route on Public Streets or Alleys
Penalty: $150 ($120 early payment incentive program)
CTB Section 28(2)
Truck Heavier than 4,000 kg Unauthorized on Private Property
Penalty: $200 ($160 early payment incentive program)
Who to call
Calgary Parking Authority
Parking Enforcement Division
(403) 537-7100
Requests for a parking tag administrative review can be filed at the CPA website by following the 'Parking Offences' link and then the 'Review' link from the main page; by email to cpaenforcement@calgaryparking.com; by fax to (403) 537-7104; by mail to Calgary Parking Authority, Parking Enforcement Services, 620-9th Avenue SW, Calgary AB, T2P 1L5; or in person.
The City of Calgary
Calgary Roads department
'311', or (403) 268-2489 if calling from outside Calgary (Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
- Street Use Permits; Truck Route Maps; Bylaws Inquiries
Calgary Police Service
266-1234 (24 hours)
- Moving Violations (Trucks driving off truck routes; lack of tarps, loose loads)
Development Land Use Complaints
268-5415
- Trucks parked on private property and front driveways
Created under City bylaw in 1968, the Calgary Parking Authority encourages compliance with parking regulations through public education and information. |
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