Parking Ban Announced In West Hartford

WEST HARTFORD, CT — Due to the impending snow/ice storm in the forecast, a parking ban will be in effect in West Hartford starting at 5 p.m. on Saturday until further notice, police announced on Friday.

“Please use caution during the storm this weekend and stay safe,” police said.

During a parking ban no on-street parking is allowed so that Public Works crews can remove snow from curb-to-curb. Cars left on the road create a safety hazard for all concerned. The owner will receive a fine and the car may be towed.

Officials say to take parking bans seriously and make safe plans for your vehicle. Read more from Town Hall below:

Off-Street Parking

Off-street neighborhood municipal lots are open for your convenience. Pay-to-park fees will apply at municipal center parking lots and parking garages.

If you use a free municipal or school lot, your vehicle must be removed by 5 AM on Monday, January 21, 2019, so crews can safely and effectively clear those parking lots.

We ask that cars park close together, meaning do not leave parking spaces between cars. This helps DPW clear snow efficiently.

All residents using an off-street municipal lot must remove their vehicles by 5:00 AM on Monday, January 21, 2019 or the vehicle will be towed.

Enforcement

The West Hartford Police Department will be proactively assisting the Department of Public Works to ensure that the roads are clear of illegally parked vehicles. Cars in violation of the snow ban will be ticketed and towed.

Overnight Parking Omit disabled

The on-line overnight parking omit system will be disabled beginning at 8:00 AM on Saturday, January 19, 2019 until the parking ban is over.

Sidewalks

Per Town ordinance, West Hartford property owners are responsible for removing snow and ice from the sidewalk along their property line within 12 hours after the storm or sunrise, whichever is later, and keeping them clear of snow and ice.

Heavily used sidewalks near schools and public buildings, and the commercial areas are particularly important. To report a snow clearing violation, please call the West Hartford Police Department at (860) 523-5203.