No-stopping zone signs in Dortmund

When the signs must be in place

Signs must be in place 3 Tage in advance. That is 3 full days before the no-stopping zone. So allow at least 1 Week’s lead time.

Who is allowed to put up signs

Private individuals are not allowed to submit the application themselves. Only removal companies or service providers are allowed to do so. Putting up your own signs without authorisation is illegal.

What to do about illegally parked vehicles

You need an Aufstellprotokoll as evidence. Contact the Ordnungsamt or the police. Without a log, towing is difficult to enforce.

Important rules for signs

You must observe these rules:

• Put up signs 3 full days in advance (72-hour deadline)
• Only service providers are allowed to submit applications
• Prepare an Aufstellprotokoll for illegally parked vehicles
• A traffic-law order must be in place

All information without guarantee. Only the Tiefbauamt – Straßenverkehrsbehörde Dortmund can provide binding information.

Frequently asked questions

When must no-stopping signs in Dortmund be in place?

Signs must be in place 3 full days in advance. Allow at least 1 Week’s lead time.

Am I allowed to put up no-stopping signs myself?

No, private individuals are not allowed to do so. Only removal companies or service providers are permitted.