Where parking is banned — New York Permit Test
Where parking is banned on the New York permit test — 6 rules, each with the reason behind it and a question on it while it is fresh.
The rules
Parking or standing is not allowed in front of a driveway.
A blocked driveway traps whoever is behind it. It is the most common complaint there is.
In front of a driveway.
Parking or standing is not allowed within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection.
A car at the corner hides the person stepping off the curb until it is too late.
Within 20 feet (6 m) of a crosswalk at an intersection.
Parking or standing is not allowed within 30 feet of a traffic light, stop sign or yield sign.
A parked car in front of a sign hides it. Drivers arrive at the corner with no warning.
Within 30 feet (10 m) of a traffic light, STOP sign or YIELD sign.
Parking or standing is not allowed within 20 feet of a fire station driveway, or within 75 feet of one on the opposite side of the road.
A fire truck needs a wide swing out of the bay. Both sides of the road have to be clear.
Within 20 feet (6 m) of a fire station driveway or within 75 feet (23 m) on the opposite side of the road.
Parking or standing is not allowed along a curb that is cut, lowered or made for access to the sidewalk.
A lowered curb is a ramp somebody uses in a wheelchair. Parking on it closes the route.
Along a curb that is cut, lowered or made for access to the sidewalk.
A driver cannot park their vehicle within 50 feet of a railroad crossing.
A train needs a clear view of the crossing and a driver needs a clear view of the train.
You cannot park your vehicle within 50 feet (15 m) of a railroad crossing.
On the test
Where is parking or standing banned on a residential street?
In front of a driveway. A blocked driveway traps whoever is behind it. It is the most common complaint there is. New York State Driver's Manual, p.43: “In front of a driveway.”
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Where these come from
Every rule here is checked against New York State Driver's Manual, published by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, and against the state code itself. Last checked 2026-09-15.