Tips on Parking During a Snow Emergency

When Phase II or Phase III of the city's snow emergency plan is in effect, you can't park on snow emergency routes. These routes are marked with black and white signs. If you park on one of these routes, you could get a $52 ticket and your car might be towed to a safe location.

What You Need to Know

  • When a snow emergency is declared, don’t park on Snow Emergency Routes.
  • Snow emergency route signs are black and white, and they are usually higher up on the pole than other signs. Make sure to check the top of the pole to park legally.
  • Parking is not allowed on these routes so that snowplows and salt trucks can work without obstacles.
  • If your car was towed during a snow emergency, call 311 or 410-396-9958 for help.

Towing Locations

  • Pulaski Highway Impound Facility: 6700 Pulaski Highway, Baltimore, MD 21237. Call 410-396-9958 or 410-545-3417.
  • Fallsway Facility: 410 Fallsway, Baltimore, MD 21202.

Paying for the Ticket

  • If you get a ticket, follow the instructions on the ticket to pay. If you have any questions, contact Parking and Fines.
  • If your car was towed, any tickets you have to pay will be added to the fee to get your car back.

Frequently Asked Questions

Did the City issue a ticket before towing my car? 

In most cases, if your car is parked where it's not allowed, you'll get a ticket before it's towed. However, a ticket isn't always required to tow a vehicle.

What if I return to my car while it's being towed? 

Once your car is being lifted, it must be impounded and can't be given back to you.