Michigan § 257.942 - Local ordinances.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 257.942 — Local ordinances., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 257.942. Local ordinances.
The governing body of a city or village, or the board of a township, may, upon the request of either the owner or the person in charge of the general operation and control of the parking area, by local ordinance:
Order stop signs, yield signs, or other traffic control devices erected at specified entrance or exit locations to a parking area or at an intersection in the parking area.
Regulate traffic in the parking area, including regulation by means of traffic control signals.
Prohibit or regulate the turning of vehicles or specified types of vehicles at intersections or other designated locations in the parking area.
Regulate the crossing of a roadway in the parking area by pedestrians.
Designate a separate roadway, drive, or lane in the parking area for 1-way traffic.
Prohibit, regulate, restrict, or limit the stopping, standing, or parking of vehicles in specified areas of the parking area.
Designate safety zones, loading zones, and other restricted area in the parking area.
Provide for the removal and storage of vehicles parked or abandoned in the parking area during snowstorms, floods, fires, or other public emergencies, or found unattended in the parking area, if the vehicles constitute an obstruction to traffic or if stopping, standing, or parking is prohibited, and for the payment of reasonable charges for the removal and storage by the owner or operator of the vehicle.
Adopt additional reasonable rules with respect to traffic and parking in a parking area as local conditions may require for the safety and convenience of the public or of the users of the parking area.
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 257.942
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 257.942 cover?
Section 257.942 ("Local ordinances.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Michigan § 257.942?
A common citation format is "Michigan Compiled Laws § 257.942" (Michigan). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Michigan law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Michigan official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Michigan attorney.
How does Michigan § 257.942 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Michigan can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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