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Illinois Parking Laws: Understanding the Basics
Drivers know they need to be safe and obey the law when they are on the roads of Illinois. However, this responsibility extends to where and how they park their car. There are a number of laws and regulations that govern where you can park your car. Failure to comply with these laws will in many cases result in fines and it may even mean that your vehicle will be towed and confiscated. Nobody likes the idea of paying fines or paying to keep their car or truck from being impounded, so make sure you understand parking laws.
What are the laws?
It is important to keep in mind that many Illinois cities have their own fines for various types of violations, and there may be some rules that apply only to certain municipalities. It is always important to know the laws in your area so that you can follow them. Local laws and regulations are usually posted on signs, especially if they differ from the generally accepted ones. You will want to follow the published rules.
However, there are a number of laws that apply throughout the state and it is equally important to know them. In Illinois, it is illegal to stop, stand, or park in certain areas. You cannot park together. Double parking is when you park on the side of the roadway of another car that is already parked. This will disrupt traffic and can be dangerous.
It is forbidden to park on the sidewalk, pedestrian crossing or within the intersection. You also cannot park between the security zone and the adjacent curb. If there is earthwork or an obstruction in the street, you are not allowed to park in such a way as to block traffic.
Drivers in Illinois are not allowed to park on a bridge, overpass, on a railroad track, or in a highway tunnel. You may not park on controlled access roadways, between roadways on divided highways such as junctions. You should not park on a paved road outside of a business or residential area if it is possible and practical to stop on the road instead. In an emergency, you should only stop and park if you have a good 200-foot view in all directions. In an emergency, you also need to turn on your flashers and make sure there is enough room for other vehicles to pass.
Do not park or stand in front of public or private driveways. You may not park within 15 feet of a fire hydrant, within 20 feet of a crosswalk at an intersection, or a fire station driveway. You also cannot park within 30 feet of a stop, yield, or traffic light.
As you can see, there are a number of different rules and laws that you need to be aware of when parking in Illinois. Also, make sure you pay attention to posted signs that can tell you the parking rules for certain areas.
