As of December 1, 2022, parking will be restricted to one side of the street only during winter months to ensure that snow plows and emergency vehicles can access the designated streets. Signage will indicate parking restrictions between December 1 and March 1.
To improve safety this winter, parking will only be allowed on one side of the street where indicated to provide access to snow plows and emergency vehicles.
What were the issues that arose in 2021/2022?
Last winter saw challenges from on-street parking that impacted the District’s ability to effectively clear snow on some streets. This left residents vulnerable to safety-related issues, including concerns that emergency vehicles were unable to access homes. This was extremely concerning to us.
The issues arose from on-street parking on both sides of the street, preventing plows from being able to access the street and clear the snow. During operational reviews following last year’s snow events, policy and bylaw changes were recommended by staff and approved by Council this fall. View the report to Council here.
How can residents help?
We are hopeful that residents (both homeowners and tenants) can make efforts to utilize garages and driveways as much as possible to alleviate street congestion to help solve this problem. That may not be possible for every vehicle, but we’re asking residents to make every effort to be part of the solution. Not being able to get a plow down a street is a problem we must work together to solve.
Where can I park?
Parking will still be available on one side of the street or on adjacent streets as indicated. We are encouraging residents to park in their garages and driveways where possible to create additional spaces.
General inquiries: publicworks@squamish.ca, 604-815-6868
Report a bylaw infraction: bylaw@squamish.ca, 604-815-5067
After-hours emergency: 604-815-4040
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Eric Dec 6, 2022, 5:54 PM (2 days ago)
While I understand the difficulty with snow removal due to street parking, downtown is already struggling with parking as many houses don't have driveways or garages and are split between four or more adults with cars due to the cost of living. This policy is effectively removing half the parking downtown, and those cars which are being displaced don't have anywhere to go. It also seems unnecessary to remove parking for the entire winter, when there may only be a handful of significant snowfalls.
Dan Dec 3, 2022, 4:33 PM (5 days ago)
Restricting parking this severely all winter just in case it snows is serious overkill. You've removed 20+ spots on 5th in a zone that's already struggling to sustain the demand. You've also put the signs on both sides of the road, sometimes on the side that would have left more parking available.
Angus Dec 2, 2022, 9:57 AM (6 days ago)
Good work! This has been needed for a long time.
George Dec 1, 2022, 3:51 PM (7 days ago)
Almost no communication except for an envolope left on our door step 2 days ago. You have now removed a significant number of residential parking spots. Not everyone has driveways, some have kids and groceries to bring inside and now no where to park close to their house. Where are all of these cars even supposed to park? When was the public review of of this? Will you be introducing resident parking stickers on side streets with 2hr parking so we can park overnight? So thoughtless
Lee O'Callaghan Dec 1, 2022, 1:50 PM (7 days ago)
I see you're unfairly targeting Valleycliffe again. Do we need to have another petition and a thousand emails sent your way?
Dave Nov 29, 2022, 4:54 PM (9 days ago)
This is a stupid idea. Leaving a letter the day before it is in effect is stupid as well. And poor leadership. Bad communication. Bad idea. Nice work city hall. New mayor is killing it so far.
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