Best Advice: Read the Sign, Avoid the Fine!

Do not ignore parking regulation signs. take just a few seconds of your busy day to read and understand the regulation where you are parked.

Ignore a parking regulation sign, you do so at your own peril. Even for a second or a minute. The fallacy of “I will be right back” is a golden invitation for a summons. I’ve witnessed it myself plenty of times, and it is a spectacle to watch.

Although this guide is primarily about parking, any book concerning vehicular traffic in New York City would be remiss if it failed to mention the significant issues of distracted driving and traffic-related fatalities. As someone who has long driven and parked in the Big Apple, I feel qualified to express some educated opinions about these alarming topics.

 
One of the worst feelings as a motorist is going back to where you know you parked your vehicle and finding another vehicle in that spot.

The most common reasons that would result in a vehicle being towed:

 
As New York City dwellers we face unique transportation challenges in our daily lives. It’s true we have many travel options. But if you choose to drive, parking becomes a real challenge. Traffic congestion, road construction, and faulty meters and parking signs add up to a frustrating experience. Moreover, parking violations may not always be reasonable. Broken meters, missing street signs, and confusing rules result in unwarranted tickets. So what’s a driver to do?

Answer: Sign up for Parking Pal Secrets. Your membership allows you access to insider tips and information about parking in New York City. Educate yourself about how to deal with a parking ticket. Learn about signs and towing, street cleaning regulations and alternate parking dates. This information is not available to most of the driving public.