What are the dimensions for parallel parking garages?
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According to the relevant regulations in the "Specifications for Setting up Motor Vehicle Driver Examination Sites and Their Facilities (GA1029-2012)", the standard dimensions for parallel parking spaces are as follows: For large vehicles, the parking space width is 4 meters, with a length ranging from 7 to 10 meters depending on the vehicle type. For small vehicles, the parking space width ranges from 2.2 to 2.5 meters, with a length of 5 meters. Below are some parking precautions: 1. No parking in areas with no-parking signs: No-parking signs indicate that within the specified range, all vehicles are prohibited from parking temporarily or for an extended period. 2. No parking within yellow grid lines: Yellow grid lines indicate that parking is prohibited in this area for any reason. These are commonly found at intersections, entrances, and exits. 3. Yellow solid lines: Parking is prohibited on roadways with yellow solid lines. The length of the yellow solid line indicates the extent of the no-parking zone. 4. No parking near bus stops: Parking is prohibited in areas such as bus stops, gas stations, emergency stations, fire hydrants, etc.
The dimensions of parallel parking spaces are actually quite particular. The national standard requires a length of 5 meters and a width of 2.5 meters, but in reality, many places don't fully meet this requirement. I've seen some parking spaces in shopping malls that are only 4.8 meters long, which can be quite challenging for beginners. Ideally, it's best to choose a parking space that's 6 meters long, allowing for a half-meter buffer space at both ends. As for width, it shouldn't be narrower than 2.3 meters, otherwise, opening the car door might easily scratch the neighboring car. Here's the key point: when you see roadside parking spaces, pay attention to the wear of the parking lines. In some old residential areas, the parking lines are completely worn out. In such cases, it's best to use your phone to measure the distance between the front and rear of the parking space. Be even more careful when parking on rainy days, as the ground reflection can make the parking space appear larger.
