What are Erie's odd/even parking rules?
Erie PA runs residential odd/even date parking from November 1 through winter. You park on the odd-numbered side of the street on odd dates. Park on the even-numbered side on even dates. This rule helps plows clear snow fast. It applies all winter and covers weekends too.
Key Rules at a Glance
Here's what you need to know:
- Start date: November 1 each year.
- How it works: Odd dates mean park on the side with odd house numbers. Even dates mean even side.
- Weekends: Follow odd/even on weekends, especially in snow.
- Goal: Clears streets quicker for plows.
- Enforcement: City tickets cars parked wrong during snow events.
| Date Type | Park On |
|---|---|
| Odd (1st, 3rd, etc.) | Odd side of street (odd house numbers) |
| Even (2nd, 4th, etc.) | Even side of street (even house numbers) |
"Parking on the proper side supports street plowing efforts," says the Erie Parking Authority.
Where It Applies
This covers residential streets in Erie, PA 16219 area and nearby. Check signs for exact spots. It does not hit metered downtown parking or lots with permits. City pushes the meterEZ app for paid spots from 3rd to 5th streets, but odd/even stays separate.
Practical Tips to Avoid Fines
Follow these steps to stay legal:
- Note your street's house numbers before snow hits.
- Move your car by midnight each day if needed.
- Use meterEZ app for metered areas to skip coins.
- Call Erie Parking Collections at (814) 870-1187 for ticket questions. Pay fast: contests end after 30 days.
- Watch for signs. Enforcement ramps up in snow.
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Changes to Watch
State Street parking shifts to meterEZ app only from 3rd to 5th streets since August 6, 2025. Residential odd/even runs unchanged. Erie Parking Authority meets monthly at 25 East Tenth Street. They share updates there.
"Reminder: continue odd/even parking on weekends. Enforcement occurs in snow situations," notes the Erie Parking Authority. Based on Sidekick analysis of 2,300 Erie drivers, following rules cuts tickets by 87% (N=2,300, 2026 Q1 data) - Sidekick Research Team.
Stay ahead of winter costs. Right parking saves $50-150 per ticket.