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Parking Enforcement

Parking meters are enforced from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Payment can be made using coins (no pennies) or by using the ParkMobile app. 

Section 351 of the Lakewood Codified Ordinances outlines the rules concerning parking in Lakewood. Here a few commonly-asked questions about parking:

  • Street Parking Duration: Vehicles may park for 24 hours on the street in Lakewood unless signage indicates otherwise. Per LCO 351.18, vehicles cannot remained parked in a disabled condition or without using the vehicle in a normal manner longer than 24 hours.
  • To report a vehicle that has not moved for a long period of time, call the LPD non-emergency number at (216) 521-6773 and tell the dispatcher the location, vehicle description, and license plate number.
  • If a vehicle is parked on the street longer than 24 hours and a complaint is made, an officer will go to check on the vehicle. If the vehicle is not moved within 24 hours of the check, the officer will issue a citation and a notice about being towed, and attempt to notify the listed owner. 24 hours after the citation, the vehicle will be towed and removed from the street.

ParkMobile

The ParkMobile contactless payment system is being added to all public metered parking spaces.  ParkMobile is already used in many of the municipal parking lots.

This service adds the option to pay by text, website, or mobile app to the existing coin system.

There is no change in the fee to park and the first 15 minutes will remain free.

For more information on the ParkMobile system and to download the app to your mobile device, please visit the ParkMobile website.

Pay or Appeal a Parking Ticket

To pay a parking ticket, please visit the Citation Processing Center. If you have questions about using the site to pay your ticket, call 1-800-989-2058.

If you have received a violation notice and would like to contest or provide an explanation, the process is outlined below.

Request A Review

To request a review by the hearing officers, visit the Citation Processing Center or email parking@lakewoodoh.gov to request a review. Payment must be provided for those requesting a review.

Request A Hearing

Cited persons may request a hearing after a review is completed, or they can skip the review and request a hearing directly. To request a hearing, visit the Citation Processing Center or email parking@lakewoodoh.gov.

Parking Permits

All parking permits (new and renewals) are handled in the Police Department during normal business hours of 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM, excluding weekends and holidays. For a new permit, an application may be completed at the front counter of the Police Department during these hours. To renew a permit, you may report to the Police Department during these hours before the expiration date listed on your permit.

  • Payment may be made by cash, check, or credit card and a new application is needed only if information has changed since your last renewal.
  • Permit must be hung from rearview mirror of vehicle while parked in permitted area. Failure to do so could result in a parking citation.
  • Any permit used after its’ expiration date is invalid and will also subject you to a parking citation.
  • No refunds will be issued for any permit, under any circumstance.

Residential Parking Permits

Residential permitted streets include Arlington, Baxterly, Belle (Detroit to Clifton only), Blossom Park, Concord, French, Manor Park (Detroit to Merl only), Norton, Robinwood, and Warren (Detroit to Clifton only). Residents of that street may obtain a permit to park during the restricted hours posted on the signs. Proof of residency in permitted section of street is required to obtain a residential permit, no exceptions. Residential permits are issued on a 1 year basis, always expiring June 30, and are $5 per permit.

Municipal Lot and Meter Parking Permits

Municipal lot and business meter permits are issued on a 6 month basis, always expiring June 30 or December 31, with the fees ranging from $100 to $250 per permit.  Municipal lot permits are on a first come first serve basis and availability is very limited. Please call Valerie Michos of the Police Department at (216) 529-6749 to check availability and be placed on a waiting list should none be available at that time.  Failure to renew your permit within a week of its expiration will result in the forfeiture of said permit, and the permit will then become available for reissuance.

Further questions?  Please feel free to contact Valerie Michos at (216) 529-6749 or the Records Room at (216) 529-6785.