Tow Away / Booting Signs for Parking Control
Ready to take control of your no-parking areas? Explore our range of tow away zone signs designed to make your parking regulations clear. Our tow zone sign options include tow-away zones, parking permit zones, booting notices, handicap parking, hospital zones and more. Reflective aluminum and bold printing allow drivers to read your signs at all hours of the day or night.
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Towing Signs:
- Install these signs to indicate areas where parking violations result in towing or booting
- Municipalities, businesses and property owners trust our tow away signs to make their parking regulations clear
- Often used by clinics, hospitals, office complexes, shopping centers and restaurants
- All our reflective tow away signs are durable, weather-resistant and made in the USA
- Tow Away Zone signs must meet MUTCD specifications and should also comply with local laws.
- Learn the 15 signs you need in your parking lot or garage.
Tow-Away Sign Rules: An Overview
For retail businesses, the problem of unauthorized parking is more than an annoyance. When non-customers take up valuable parking spots, it can result in lost revenue and a poor experience for paying clients. Many hospitals, universities, apartment complexes, and office buildings also need no-parking or tow-away zones. To avoid legal issues, it’s important for business owners to know tow-away zone sign rules in the United States.
General Tow-Away Zone Sign Rules for Businesses
Businesses can’t arbitrarily have someone’s vehicle towed. Whether the tow-away zone consists of a few parking spots or the entire lot, signage is a must. Usually, signs must appear on both sides of a parking lot entrance or directly in front of the parking spots (or loading areas) where the prohibition applies.
Tow-away zone signs should specify:
- Location of the tow-away zone
- What the parking prohibition includes (e.g., “unauthorized vehicles will be towed at the owner’s expense”)
- Who the sign applies to (e.g., “customers-only parking”)
- What phone number to call to retrieve a towed vehicle
Tow-away sign requirements vary by state, county, and even city. For example, in Texas, all tow-away zones must include the times or days when no-parking rules are enforced.
Tow-Away Sign Requirements
Color Scheme: To enhance visibility, tow-away zone signs usually have a white background and bold lettering in red or green. In Utah, signs must have a reflective blue background instead with a white border and lettering.
Towing Icon: Some states require tow-away signs to include the international symbol for towing. This icon is the silhouette of a tow truck hoisting another vehicle.
Size: The standard size for tow-away zone signs is at least 18 inches by 24 inches. The main text (e.g., “tow-away zone” or “no parking”) should use 4-inch letters. Secondary text, such as a phone number, can use smaller 1-inch letters.
Visibility: Signs have to stand out clearly, so they can’t be covered by landscaping. To make sure the sign is the field of view of drivers, the bottom edge should be at least 5 feet and less than 8 feet above the ground.
Where To Place a Tow-Away Zone Sign:
You can place tow-away signs and no-parking signs on poles, posts, building exteriors, or other permanent structures. Local ordinances may stipulate a minimum distance from the curb.
How To Choose a Towing Company:
Follow ordinances carefully when selecting a towing company. In some states, the towing company must have a lot within 20 miles of your business. Vehicles must be retrievable day or night.
Comply With Tow-Away Zone Sign Rules Quickly and Easily:
ComplianceSigns has the tow zone and booting signs you need, made from materials that stand up to the elements 365 days a year. And all our signs are made in the USA.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tow Away Zone Signs:
What is a tow zone sign?
A tow away zone sign is a regulatory traffic sign indicating that parking in the marked area is prohibited, and vehicles may be towed away at the owner's expense.
What is a vehicle booting sign?
A vehicle booting sign is a warning sign indicating that unauthorized parking may result in the placement of a wheel clamp or "boot" on the vehicle. This immobilizes the vehicle until the owner pays the required fines or penalties. Booting is typically performed by local parking enforcement staff, not private property owners.
Are tow away zone signs legally binding?
Yes, tow away signs are legally binding. They serve as official notifications of parking regulations, and failure to comply may result in the towing of the vehicle at the owner's expense.
Are towing signs only used in public spaces?
No, tow away zone signs can be used in both public and private spaces. Many businesses, residential complexes, and private properties use these signs to regulate parking and maintain order on their properties.
Are vehicle booting signs enforceable by law?
Yes. Parking regulations displayed on these signs are typically backed by local ordinances. Failure to comply may result in the immobilization of the vehicle until fines are settled.
Can towing and booting signs be customized for specific locations?
Yes. We can customize your tow away signs or vehicle booting signs with your specific information on fines, reclaim addresses and whatever else you need.