Know Before the Snow: Winter Parking Rules
Winter Parking: What Residents Need to Know
Winter parking regulations help ensure roads can be plowed, salted, sanded, and maintained safely throughout the season.
Why Is Street Parking Prohibited During the Winter?
Winter parking restrictions allow snow clearing crews to safely and efficiently maintain roads and sidewalks. Parked vehicles can delay snow removal operations and prevent streets from receiving the appropriate level of service.
Winter maintenance activities include:
- Snow plowing
- Salting
- Sanding
- Snow removal
Many of these operations are completed overnight to ensure roads are safe and accessible the following day.
What Are the Parking Restrictions?
Overnight Parking
12:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.
Overnight parking restrictions apply to all roads within the Town of Shelburne, not just residential streets. Vehicles parked on any roadway during prohibited hours may receive a $40 ticket.
Daytime Parking During Snow Events
During significant snowfall or before roads have been plowed, residents are encouraged to avoid parking on the street whenever possible. Keeping roads clear helps crews complete snow clearing operations more efficiently.
Winter Parking Restrictions
From November 15, 2026, to April 15, 2027, parking is prohibited on all Town roadways between 12:00 a.m. (midnight) and 8:00 a.m., seven days a week.
These restrictions are in effect regardless of weather conditions and are not dependent on snowfall. As outlined in By-law 8-1983, vehicles are not permitted to park on Town roadways during these hours.
Vehicles parked on the roadway during winter operations, overhanging a curb, or blocking a sidewalk may receive a $40 parking ticket.
Parking on Your Driveway Apron
Parking on the apron portion of your driveway is permitted; however, vehicles must remain within the allowable parking area and must not obstruct sidewalks, roadways, or neighbouring properties.
For shared driveways, your vehicle must not impede access for your neighbour.
Please refer to the graphics below for examples of permitted and prohibited parking locations.
Where Can I Park Overnight?
Overnight winter parking is available with a permit at the Wellington Street Parking Lot, located between the north side of Wellington Street and the south side of Red Front Store Lane.
To obtain a permit, visit the Parking Permits webpage.
Reporting Snow and Ice Concerns
To report a snow-related concern on residential roads or sidewalks, complete the online Report a Concern Form or contact the Operations, Parks and Facilities Clerk at 519-925-2600 ext. 261.
For concerns regarding Main Street or Owen Sound Street (Connecting Link), please call 1-888-222-2640.
For after-hours emergencies, contact 519-939-1342. Public Works staff are available 24 hours a day.
Paying a Parking Ticket
If you receive a parking ticket for violating the Parking and Traffic By-law, payment must be made within 15 days of the alleged infraction.
Tickets can be paid online, in person, or by mail.
Visit the Paying a Parking Ticket webpage for payment options.
Contact By-law Services
Shelburne Town Hall
203 Main Street East
Shelburne, ON L9V 3K7
Phone: 519-925-2600 ext. 229
Email: bylaw@shelburne.ca
Frequently Asked Questions
For additional information about winter maintenance, parking regulations, and other Town services, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions webpage.
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