No Parking: What It Means & What To Do
What Does the No Parking Mean?
Parking is not permitted in this area.
About This Sign
The No Parking sign prohibits vehicles from being parked in the designated area.
Where you will see it
The No Parking sign is posted along curbs and in lots where vehicles may not be parked. It marks the area in which the restriction applies.
What to do
- Do not leave your vehicle parked in the marked area.
- Look for another legal place to park nearby.
- Check whether any other signs add times or limits.
A common mistake
Drivers think they will only be gone a few minutes. The sign still says parking is not permitted in this area, so find another legal place; the driver's handbook explains what brief stops are allowed.
What to remember for the test
The sign says parking is not permitted in this area. Compare it with the time-specific version, which limits the ban to certain hours.
Commonly Confused With
Other Regulatory Signs
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the No Parking mean?
Parking is not permitted in this area.
What shape and color is the No Parking?
The No Parking uses the Rectangle (vertical) shape and White with black/red coloring.
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