If you drive or park on Cliff Street in Saint John you need to pay attention to new street signs. The City of Saint John implemented new parking regulations to support a newly opened daycare facility.

Common Council approved these amendments to the City traffic bylaw in April 2026. The changes improve neighborhood safety and manage the flow of traffic during daycare drop off and pick up times.

New Parking Rules Explained

The city removed alternate side parking from the entire length of Cliff Street. You can no longer park on the west side of Cliff Street between Waterloo Street and Coburg Street. This affects the side of the street with even numbered civic addresses.

On the east side of Cliff Street which has odd numbered addresses you face a maximum two hour parking limit between Waterloo Street and Coburg Street. You bypass this limit if you display a valid residential parking permit.

Daycare Drop Off and Pick Up Zones

The city created a designated short term parking area for parents using the daycare. For the first 42 metres of Cliff Street starting from Waterloo Street you can only park for 15 minutes between 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Outside of these specific times you can park in this zone for up to two hours.

The very next parking space beyond the daycare zone has a strict 15 minute limit between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. Beyond that single space the standard two hour limit applies unless you hold a residential permit.

City crews installed new signage along the street to reflect these updates. You should review the posted signs carefully to avoid tickets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I still park on the west side of Cliff Street?

No. The city banned parking on the west side of Cliff Street between Waterloo Street and Coburg Street.

How long can I park on the east side of the street?

You can park for up to two hours on the east side. Residents with a valid parking permit are exempt from this limit.

When do the short term daycare parking limits apply?

The 15 minute limit applies between 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. within the first 42 metres of Cliff Street from Waterloo Street.