Sending a Notice to Stop People from Parking in Your Driveway

Have problems with people who park in your driveway? There are a few approaches you can take. You could notify the owner in person, call the police, or you could put up a sign, for starters. But if you know who they are and can identify them, you can also send them a letter to put the car’s owner on notice. We’ve put together a sample below. When you send a letter like this, make sure to send it certified mail and to notify law enforcement, if appropriate.

500 Main Street
Anytown, USA 00000

January 1, 2010

John Appleseed
1234 High Street
Anytown, USA 00000

Dear Mr. Appleseed:

We have noticed your vehicle parked in our driveway multiple times in the last two weeks, including on December 25th through 30th. This letter is formal notice that you are forbidden from blocking the driveway of the Acme Co. property located at 999 Blackacre Road, Anytown, USA 00000. If you continue to block access to our property, you may be subject to legal action, including the ticketing and towing of your vehicle.

This notice is effective immediately, and will remain in effect [permanently / until a particular date]. A copy of this letter has been provided to law enforcement.

Sincerely,

Richard Roe
CEO, Acme Co.

Cc: Anytown Police Department