What are the size specifications for large vehicle parking spaces?
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Large parking spaces are 15.6 meters long and 3.25 meters wide, suitable for medium and large vehicles. Here is relevant information: 1. Determined by vehicle size: Generally, the standard size of parking spaces is determined by the size of the vehicle. Small parking spaces use dimensions of 2.5~2.7×5~6 meters, single-lane turning lanes should be no less than 3.5 meters wide, double lanes no less than 5 meters, and turning sections should allow a vehicle to complete a turn in one go. For safety or to accommodate medium and large vehicles, they are often set to 6 meters or more. 2. Mechanical parking spaces: Generally, the area of a parking space is about 16 square meters. According to building technical regulations, the legal standard size for indoor parking spaces is 6x2.5m, and small parking spaces can also be set at 5.5x2.5m. The size of mechanical parking spaces should not be less than 5.5 meters in length, 2.2 meters in width, and 1.8 meters in height (the standard size of mechanical parking spaces is based on the outer edge), so the width of the mechanical equipment should be deducted, resulting in relatively smaller dimensions, but the height should not be less than 1.8 meters.
I've been driving buses for over a decade and am particularly sensitive to parking space dimensions. National standards specify that the minimum length for a bus parking space should be 13 meters with a width of 3.5 meters. In actual bus depots, it's common to see 15-meter-long spaces to account for turning radius and passenger boarding space. Truck parking spaces require even more room, with a minimum length of 15 meters because trailers need extra space to maneuver. Some logistics parks designate extra-long spaces over 20 meters for semi-trailers. When parking, I always check the space dimensions beforehand - if I see an obviously narrow space, I'll just drive past it. Large vehicles have many blind spots, and forcing into tight spaces often leads to scrapes. I recommend novice drivers physically pace out the space before reversing to get a proper sense of the dimensions.
When planning and designing parking lots, the dimensions of large parking spaces are strictly in accordance with the 'Code for Design of Parking Garages.' The standard parking space for large buses is 13 meters long and 3.5 meters wide, while truck spaces require a length of 15 meters. This does not include the aisle space, where a turning radius of at least 10 meters must be reserved for vehicle access. For logistics center parking spaces, the dimensions are often larger, frequently allocated up to 18 meters in length for container trucks. During actual construction, additional details such as ground load-bearing capacity and drainage slope must be considered, given that large vehicles often weigh over ten tons. When marking the lines, we intentionally thicken the parking space markings to ensure visibility at night. In cases of parking lot renovations, if existing parking spaces are found to be non-compliant with size standards, re-marking is required.
The traffic management department enforces strict regulations on large vehicle parking spaces in commercial areas. According to the rules, parking spaces for large buses must not be smaller than 13 meters × 3.5 meters, while truck parking spaces must meet the standard of 15 meters × 3.5 meters. During inspections, we carry tape measures for random checks and immediately require rectification if dimensions are found insufficient. Some shopping mall parking lots compress space sizes to fit more parking spots, leading to accidents where large vehicles scrape against pillars. Special attention should be paid to the distance between parking spaces and walls; anything less than 0.5 meters is considered hazardous. We recommend that businesses submit detailed blueprints when applying for parking lot approvals, as we will focus on reviewing the large vehicle parking areas. Fines are not the goal; the key is to prevent disputes caused by overly narrow parking spaces.
