Starting January 1, California drivers will face enforcement of a new parking restriction under the “Daylighting Law” (AB 413). Designed to enhance pedestrian safety, the law prohibits stopping or parking:
- Within 20 feet before any crosswalk (marked or unmarked)
- Within 15 feet of crosswalks with curb extensions, which are features that reduce the crossing distance for pedestrians
The regulation applies to both sides of one-way streets, a departure from the rules for two-way streets, where only the approach on the right side is restricted.
This measure aims to keep areas near crosswalks free of parked cars, improving visibility for both drivers and pedestrians. Daylighting, already mandated in over 40 states, has been shown to reduce crashes at intersections by up to 30%.
For more information, visit the full bill text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov.
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