Many park there without asking any questions, convinced that it is no problem. But it is prohibited and the fine can increase up to 150 euros if it is increased.
When it comes to park their vehicle, everyone has their little habits. There are those who opt for places well in good standing, away from risky or very frequented areas. And then, those who take some liberties, even if it means park where it is prohibited. Some do so for convenience, others by habit, or even without realizing it, especially when they are close to their home. On the outskirts of their home, motorists often believe that they can do as they see fit. They often forget that rules also apply to their gate or their garage aisle.
Indeed, even if you do not see evil, park in front of home on public roads is strictly prohibited. And this, even if it is in front of your garage. This rule is specified in the highway code by article R417-10: “is considered to be embarrassing public traffic, parking of a vehicle in front of the carriage entries of the local buildings.” Through “carriage entries”, the authorities intend to set up access to allow the passage of a vehicle between the public highway and a private land, such as a house with garage or a courtyard. In general, the sidewalk border is lowered at this level to facilitate the crossing of vehicles.
Thus, if a motorist pits in front of a carriage entrance, he blocks access to other vehicles, which is prohibited, even if it is his own entry. The rule also applies if you park on the sidewalk in front of your garage, even partially. Such parking can be sanctioned … especially if you bothered the passage of pedestrians.
Drivers who brave the prohibition expose themselves to a second class ticket if a police officer or a public road surveillance (ASVP) is going through. In many cases, it is the police that decide at the time. In the event of verbalization, the motorist risks a fixed fine of 35 euros, which can be increased up to 150 euros.
