Are semi-truck drivers allowed to park their trucks on a residential street if they live there?
As long as their truck is of legal weight & size, they are allowed access for the purposes of loading, unloading, food, fuel, rest and repairs. The driver still has to abide by all Village of Palatine parking ordinances such as overnight parking, fire lanes, blocking sidewalks, too close to driveways, etc. There are also certain zoning restrictions in regards to garaging commercial vehicles in a residential district. Please contact the Truck Enforcement Officer if you have a complaint about this.

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1. My street has “No Truck” signs on it. Why are trucks still driving on my street?
2. Do trucks really damage the roads?
3. Why do trucks use engine brakes and aren’t they illegal?
4. Are semi-truck drivers allowed to park their trucks on a residential street if they live there?
5. What can I do to safely share the road with large trucks?
6. Are big trucks allowed to drive on residential roads?
7. If I have a complaint about a truck, what should I do?
8. If my vehicle exceeds 10,000 pounds, do I need an overweight permit on local "No Truck" routes?