Street Occupancy
On-Street Moving and Storage Containers
Whenever possible, moving and storage containers—including pods and moving trailers (referred to here as containers)—should be placed off-street in private driveways, private parking lots, or on other private property.
If off-street placement is not possible, you must apply for a Street Occupancy Permit to place a container on the street.
Placement Rules & Restrictions
Containers may only be placed in front of the residence of the container user. If no legal parking space is available in front of your residence, you may place it at an adjacent space. An acknowledgment letter, signed by a resident, is required for placement in front of an alternate address.
Placement is permitted in metered and non-metered legal street stalls
If requesting use of a metered space, standard meter fees apply, for each space used, in addition to the permit fee.
Temporary No Parking signs can be purchased to help reserve the non-metered space you request
- The cost for each sign is $2
- Placement is required at least 48 hours before date of occupancy
- In some cases, temporary No Parking signs will be required for a location
Containers may not be placed:
- In a traffic lane, peak-hour lane, bike lane, or loading zone
- In parking restriction areas or at bus stops
- In any street area designated for a specific use
- Containers are not allowed on the terrace, the location between the street curb and sidewalk.
Permit Fees & Duration
There is a flat $50 fee for all permit applications.
- Containers may remain on the street for no more than 5 consecutive calendar days
- Confirm container availability before applying and paying; refunds are not provided
all fees are subject to change
If you are unsure about proper container placement or have additional questions, call 608-266-4761 or email the Parking Division for assistance.