Parking

Sacramento to Enforce Tighter Parking Laws Near Sidewalks and Crosswalks to Boost Pedestrian Safety

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Sacramento, Calif. — In an effort to enhance pedestrian safety, Sacramento is preparing to enforce stricter parking regulations around crosswalks citywide. Starting in January 2025, fines will be issued to drivers who park their vehicles illegally near sidewalks and crosswalks, as part of a state law known as “daylighting.” This law, which aims to clear the areas near crosswalks from parked cars to provide drivers a clearer view of pedestrians, prohibits parking within 20 feet of crosswalks throughout California. Although initially implemented last year, cities have so far only issued warnings. However, with pedestrian fatalities … Read more

Marina Set to Enhance Pedestrian Safety with New Parking Regulations Starting 2025

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MARINA, Calif. — Authorities in Marina have announced an upcoming adjustment to the city’s traffic regulations, designed to enhance pedestrian safety at intersections. Starting January 1, 2025, a revised provision under California’s Vehicle Code will mandate a no-parking zone extending 20 feet from the approach side of all crosswalks in the city, whether these are distinctly marked or not. This legislative change, initiated by California Assembly Bill 413, aims to increase visibility and safety for both pedestrians and drivers by keeping the areas near crosswalks clear. This measure is expected to significantly reduce the risk … Read more

Kuala Lumpur Church Faces Order to Dismantle Parking Lot Over Land Dispute

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KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — A notable church in Petaling Jaya, the St Ignatius Church, has been instructed to dismantle a car park it constructed on land owned by the Selangor Department of Irrigation and Drainage. The local authorities have claimed that the parking lot is unlawful, sparking potential disruptions for the church’s congregation. The Petaling District Office released a notice on October 29 demanding the removal of the car park, alleging it was built without proper authorization. This claim contradicts the permissions the church believed it had, based on a 2012 written approval from the … Read more

Eureka’s Measure F: A Head-On Collision Between Local Parking Preservation and State Housing Laws

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Eureka, Calif. — Tensions are rising in Eureka where a local measure intended to preserve parking spaces throughout the city is facing challenges from state laws designed to expedite housing development and improve public transit infrastructure. At the heart of the controversy is Measure F, a proposal aimed at maintaining parking spaces in 21 city-owned lots, potentially interfering with several planned affordable housing projects and a new transit hub. City Manager Miles Slattery has expressed concerns over the measure, suggesting that its objectives may ultimately be unachievable due to overarching state regulations. Despite local support … Read more