As part of our Ask 2 series, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things Houston. Question: Is parking on the street in front of your own home allowed and for how long? Answer: According to the Texas Transportation Code, vehicles are allowed to be parked on the street unless prohibited in certain places such as within a specific distance of a crosswalk, fire hydrant, stop sign, etc. 545.303, vehicles parked on the street must be parallel to and within 18 inches of a curb. The code does not mention a time restriction for personal vehicles; however, does state that commercial vehicles may not be parked on residential streets after 10 p.m. and before 6 a.m.