The number of cars on Russian roads is growing year by year, but this means there are no more parking spaces. Residents of older buildings, where parking was not architecturally designed, suffer especially. Therefore, parking rules in the courtyards of residential buildings are of particular importance, the proper application of which makes life easier not only for car owners, but also for all residents of the house.

Why are parking rules necessary?

The need for legislative regulation of parking rules in the courtyards of residential buildings is due to a number of factors. Among them are several:

1. Obstruction to passage. Trying to park the car closer to the entrance, motorists break all possible rules. Cars park crookedly, climbing onto the roadway. These protruding cars interfere with the normal passage of large special equipment: garbage trucks, snow graders, ambulances, fire trucks. The consequences of such actions can be sad.
2. Reduced functionality of the local area. All vacant areas outside of multi-family residential buildings are designated for specific purposes. Some areas are flower beds, sidewalks or lawns. Others are reserved for children's or sports grounds. If these territories are occupied by cars, the rights of other residents of the house are violated, dirt is spread throughout the yard, its aesthetic appearance is spoiled, which sooner or later will lead to conflict.
3. Disputes and fights over parking spaces. Wanting to park the car conveniently for himself, modern man throws away civilization and is ready to defend the parking spot with his fists and shouts. There are often cases when car owners started fights, swore obscenely, damaged each other’s property, etc. The result of such antics can be a report to the police, administrative or criminal punishment.

Parking laws

The role of the main regulation of parking rules in the courtyards of residential buildings is played by several legislative and regulatory acts:

1. Resolution of the Chief State Sanitary Doctor of the Russian Federation dated September 25, 2007 No. 74. Determines the standards for the location of parking lots away from the windows of a residential building. The distance varies from 10 to 50 m depending on the number of parking spaces.
2. Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation dated October 23, 1993 No. 1090 “On Traffic Rules.” Determines which driver actions are prohibited in a residential area. These include through traffic, training driving, parking with the engine running, as well as trucks with a permissible maximum weight of more than 3.5 tons.

In addition, legislative initiatives related to improving the parking situation are constantly being submitted to the State Duma. For example, a bill from one of the parties provides:

• provision of a certain number of parking spaces depending on the size of the total area of ​​the apartment;
• construction of a special guest parking, the number of spaces of which will be determined based on the total number of residents in the apartment building.

Important! Similar initiatives concern new buildings and housing under construction. For residents of old buildings, it is possible to use paid parking, which will be free for local residents at night.

Administrative punishment

In addition to the fact that an incorrectly parked car can become a victim of angry neighbors, the car owner may be issued an administrative fine for parking near the house:

1. Closing passage to other vehicles (Article 12.19, Part 4 of the Code of Administrative Offenses) – 2,000 rubles.
2. A car parked on the sidewalk in an area where there are no special permit signs or signs (Clause 3, Article 12.19 of the Administrative Code) – 1000 rubles.
3. Installation of a parking space barrier – 5,000 rubles.
4. Parking a car at a distance of less than 5 m from garbage cans located in the courtyard of a residential building - 5,000 rubles.

Healthy! Regional legislation, unlike the Code of Administrative Offences, provides for fines for parking on lawns. In federal cities, the amount of punishment can vary from 3,000 to 5,000 rubles.

How to deal with offenders

Automobile drivers who park their cars in the wrong places seriously ruin the lives of other residents of apartment buildings. Neighbors fight such individuals in different ways:

1. Dousing the car with various liquids (paint, kefir, adhesives, etc.).
2. Placing special stickers on the windshield or other parts of the car.
3. Obstructing the exit route in various ways (chaining, parking other cars, preventing exit, etc.).
4. Physical impact on the car owner.

It is important to understand that such methods of struggle are illegal and threaten the fighters for justice themselves with administrative or criminal liability. Therefore, it is necessary to apply legal options for punishing violators:

1. Record the offense using available video or photographic means (mobile phones, cameras, video cameras).
2. Transfer of materials to the nearest traffic police department.

Recently, many websites from human rights activists have appeared, where concerned citizens can post evidence of violations of the rules for parking a car near their house. The main thing is that the photo or video clearly shows:

• vehicle registration number;
• date of shooting;
• the offense itself.

In addition to the traffic police, materials on which an offense is recorded can be transferred to the following authorities:

• fire inspection;
• environmental service of the populated city;
• district/city engineering service.

The lack of parking spaces is gradually becoming a serious social problem. To solve it, it is not enough just to comply with parking rules. It is necessary to use legislative resources to expand the automobile infrastructure, as well as resolve issues with paid parking near residential buildings.

Parking a car is required in accordance with the established list of rules and regulations. Any violations in this area may result in liability and penalties. There are several legislative acts that regulate all the main issues related to parking spaces in the courtyard of a residential building. Additionally, on January 1, 2020, a new order of the Ministry of Transport comes into force, tightening the requirements for commercial transport. The rules must be followed by all persons, since violations lead to a large number of negative consequences.

Norms and rules for parking cars in courtyards

The placement of vehicles in yards is regulated by several acts and laws. Among them:

• Resolution No. 74 from the Chief Sanitary Doctor of the Russian Federation, which indicates the need to comply with a number of norms and rules of a sanitary and epidemiological nature;
• SanPiN 2.2.1/2.1.1.1200-03 on sanitary protection zones and similar facilities;
• Article 12.28 of the Code of Administrative Offences;
• Federal Law No. 218-FZ, which establishes the procedure for the privatization of a parking space and other issues related to it;
• RF PP N 1090, in particular paragraph 17.

All rules and regulations are established at the federal level using the specified regulatory framework. But it is also worth considering regional acts, which can supplement basic federal laws with recommendations and regulations.

Sanitary standards define all the main points related to the placement of vehicles and the behavior of car owners. List of rules:

• parking for 10 vehicles must be at least 10 meters away from the parking bay;
• when placing 50 vehicles, full compliance with all regulations and the arrangement of a special site, which will be located 15 meters from the residential property, is required;
• if there are from 51 to 100 vehicles, then the interval is increased to 25 meters;
• if there are 101-300 cars, the distance cannot be less than 35 meters from a residential building.

If the space exceeds 300 units, the object should not be located closer than 50 meters.

Important! To arrange a parking lot, it is necessary to privatize the adjacent territory to homeowners. At the same time, the consent of at least 75% of the residents is required, as well as the collection of all necessary documentation. If these requirements are not taken into account, the arrangement of the parking lot will be illegal.

If some owners in the form of residents are against the formation of parking spaces, then you can file a properly filed complaint with one of the government agencies:

• environmental service;
• sanitary or fire inspection;
• regional engineering service.

When constructing a facility and forming a local area, developers are recommended to immediately determine a location for parking spaces. This point needs to be considered at the stage of creating the plan.

For owners who purchase real estate, it is recommended, if necessary, to first verify the availability of parking spaces before purchasing the living space.

Fines for illegal parking in the yard

Incorrect parking is a violation, since the regulations also include traffic rules, and leads to a fine. Basic moments

• The vehicle, if the engine is running, can stand for no more than 5 minutes. This time is considered sufficient for disembarking a passenger or unloading a car. A similar option would be to warm up the engine. Depending on the locality, the fine can vary between 1500-3000 rubles. But only a traffic police officer can issue it;
• a heavy vehicle weighing more than 3.5 tons cannot be parked in the yard, since there are special areas and parking lots for such vehicles. A fine is issued in the amount of 1500-3000 rubles;
• Parking a car on the sidewalk is prohibited. Such an offense can lead to a fine of 2,000 rubles and the towing of the car. At the same time, you will have to pay for a tow truck in the future. This is established in a number of acts, including paragraph 3 of Article 12.19 of the Code of Administrative Offences;
• if passage is obstructed, including for special vehicles, the fine varies from 2,000 to 3,000 rubles. It is installed by the inspector depending on the danger that has arisen;
• Parking closer than 5 meters to garbage cans is prohibited, as this prevents utility services from carrying out work. The sanction will be imposed depending on the specific situation. The fine amount is 2-5 thousand rubles.

It is worth considering that if there is a lack of space and parking on the local lawn, owners can contact the relevant authorities to bring the driver to justice.

On a note! Fines may vary depending on the region, as well as the category of owner. For example, an official, like a legal entity, has a large fine.

If an official does not allow special transport in the form of a fire truck or ambulance to pass, then he will have to pay up to 10,000, and to a legal entity up to 150,000 rubles.

You also need to remember that in cities of federal significance, in particular St. Petersburg and Moscow, fines are higher.

In order for a fine to be issued, it is not necessary for a traffic police officer to appear, since violations are often recorded using video and photographs. In practice this happens as follows:

A witness to the violation records it and reports it to the traffic police. Next, the sent files or special clamps are viewed, if they are available in that yard. The violator receives a fine. If there is a danger to others, then immediately after the message a patrol is sent to the place, which is already sorted out on the spot and, if necessary, evacuates the car.

Where to complain about parking violations in courtyards

Where to complain depends on the type of violation. If sanitary standards are not met, you can contact:

• fire or sanitary inspection;
• engineering or environmental services;
• house management, if available.

In case of violation of traffic rules, the application is made to the traffic police. This can be done by calling, coming in person, or uploading materials recording the crime to a special portal.

Illegal parking must be recorded. For this reason, a standard procedure has been established:

• the violation is recorded using photos or videos;
• the traffic police inspector is called;
• All materials are transferred, as well as, if possible, the details of the offender and the license plate number of the vehicle.

If there are several violators, then materials will be required for each car separately.

You need to remember that if fire safety rules are violated, a fire inspector can also issue a fine. Such cases are common if it is not possible to get to the source of the fire due to improperly positioned vehicles.

Important! The management company that deals with public utilities can independently report violations to the authorities. In particular, when vehicles are close to containers and it is impossible to carry out waste collection activities.

What to do if your car is blocked/locked in the yard

Closing a passage or blocking a car is a violation provided for in part 4 of Article 12.19 of the Code of Administrative Offences. The fine in ordinary regions can reach 2 thousand, and in federal cities - 3,000 rubles.

If there is no driver’s license plate number and he himself is missing, then you need to take a photo of the violation and then report it to the traffic police. An inspector will come to the scene, issue a fine for the owner and, if necessary, call a tow truck.

How to organize parking in the local area

The organization of parking spaces begins with a meeting of residents and approval of the corresponding decision with the consent of at least 75% of the owners.

• Further procedure:
• appointment of an initiative group that will deal with the process;
• collection of documents;
• if necessary, contact the HOA. An example would be two houses next to a common yard;

transfer of documents to local authorities.

After the process is completed, you need to wait for a decision. If it is positive, then the parking lot is equipped according to the required criteria.

Attention! There must be a suitable area in the local area. If it is not there, parking will not be approved. For example, instead of a playground, the authorities will not allow parking areas for cars.

Where to get permission

First of all, you will need to contact the district department that deals with land resources and land management. In a municipality this could be a committee or a department. If permission has been received from the department, then you should submit the documents to the traffic police and the architecture committee.

It is worth considering that all appeals have a written form in the form of an application indicating data on the HOA, the applicant and the local area. Additionally, upon the first application, a request for the allocation of a plot of land is indicated.

Places for disabled people have their own characteristics, in particular, they are marked with a special sign, as well as a platform width of at least 3.5 meters. This requirement must be complied with to ensure that there is no interference for a person with disabilities or reduced maneuverability.

Preparation of necessary documentation

The collection of documents begins with the minutes of the general meeting. All residents who were present and agree with the decision must sign it. Additionally, consent will need to be obtained from persons who were absent.

After this, you need to obtain a certificate about the composition of the local area. It is issued at the inventory department or at the local municipality.

In the future, the bearer will need to have with him personal documents and the data specified in the general application.

According to the law, the placement of vehicles in the courtyard of a residential building must fully comply with traffic rules and sanitary standards. If there are violations, a fine is issued to the owner. Additionally, it is necessary to take into account that for permanent parking of cars, a parking lot is required, which has been registered in accordance with all the rules.

Guest parking can be arranged in the courtyard of an apartment building, but it cannot be used in any other way, including for permanent parking of residents’ cars. This was pointed out by the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation when considering the question of whether it is, in principle, possible to arrange such a parking lot under the windows of a residential building ().

The fact is that sanitary legislation allows this. According to this, guest parking in courtyards is allowed, but any other parking than guest parking is not.

The citizen tried to challenge these provisions of SanPin because:

• in fact, in the adjacent areas, the most ordinary parking lots are organized under the guise of “guest parking”, and using this “cover”, of course, no one observes the prescribed sanitary gaps from parking lots to the facades of the house, children's, sports and playgrounds. And since these gaps are not met, then - logically - the hygienic requirements for the quality of atmospheric air and the noise level in the residential area are not met;
• and therefore, the presence of a parking lot in the courtyard of the house - even with the status of "guest" - violates the rights of the inhabitants of nearby houses to a favorable living environment (Article 8 of the Federal Law of March 30, 1999 No. 52-FZ ""), the factors of which do not have a harmful effect on humans;
• and also violates the right to a favorable environment and its protection from negative impacts caused by economic and other activities (clause 1 of Article 11 of the Federal Law of January 10, 2002 No. 7-FZ " ");
• finally, it reduces the anti-terrorism protection of residential apartment buildings and citizens living in them, and therefore the controversial provisions of SanPin conflict with the requirements of Federal Law No. 35-FZ of March 6, 2006 "".

The Supreme Court of the Russian Federation, considering the case in the first instance, rejected the administrative claimant (). In concise and brief formulations, the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation explained that the disputed provisions of SanPin do not contradict acts that have higher legal force, were adopted by the Chief State Sanitary Doctor of the Russian Federation within the limits of their competence, the rules for the preparation and state registration of the controversial act were observed. And he didn’t add anything about how to establish a balance between the thirst for silence and clean air, on the one hand, and the need to park citizens’ cars, on the other.

The administrative plaintiff was not satisfied with this decision, and he filed an appeal.

This time, the three judges of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation again rejected the plaintiff, for the same reasons: guest parking in the local area of ​​​​the apartment building is permitted by sanitary legislation, and there is no contradiction with other federal acts.

However, this time the argument was also considered that, in fact, the status of “guest” is given to the most banal “own” parking lot, where residents of the house park from evening to evening.

So, the practice of permanent parking of residents' cars - the RF Armed Forces directly stated - is in itself a violation of the provisions of the Sanitary Rules.

Thus, the proponents of the idea of ​​a “yard without cars” have a wonderful trump card in their hands: with persistence and persistence, relying on the legal position of the RF Armed Forces, they can prove that the so-called “guest” parking lot is constantly used not by guests, but by residents of the city itself. Houses. This fact, in turn, is the basis for holding residents (and, possibly, the management company of the apartment building) liable for or. And although this threatens to increase social tension and the risk of local “parking” wars, the tactic of “clearing” yards of cars helps improve urban policy in general.

Today, many owners of residential and non-residential premises in multi-storey buildings, especially residential areas of large cities, seek to save on buying their own garage or paying for private parking services, so they leave their cars right in the local area. Not everyone thinks that they should follow the parking rules in the courtyards of residential buildings in 2019.

The Housing Code of the Russian Federation provides that the owners of premises in an apartment building (apartment building) also own common property, including the land plot on which the building is located and some area around it (Article 36). The same regulatory legal act contains a mention that this is the land in the immediate vicinity of the building, which belongs to all residents in accordance with their shares in the common property.

Government Decree No. 491 dated August 13, 2006 (as amended on September 13, 2018) states that the boundaries of such a site, including landscaped and green elements, are determined on the basis of information from the Unified State Register of Real Estate, if cadastral registration of the land was carried out. If it is not formed, then the territory belongs to the municipality. In each specific case, the size and boundaries of the land plot are individual.

In 2019, there is no law prohibiting parking in the local area in the courtyard of an apartment building. On the contrary, citizens, according to the Civil Code, have the right to freely stay on land plots that are not closed to public access (Article 262) and use common property.

Dimensions of parking space according to GOST

Order of the Ministry of Economic Development No. 792 dated December 7, 2016 established the parameters of a standard parking space:

• minimum – 5.3x2.5 m;
• maximum – 6.2x3.6 m.

There are no regulations as such regarding parking spaces in the courtyards of apartment buildings. Sanitary rules and regulations 2.2.1/2.1.1.1200-03 must be observed. In accordance with them, there must be at least 10 meters from the building to the parking lot. Open areas for up to 50 cars are allowed only if there are elements of landscaping and landscaping.

Type of building	Minimum permissible distance depending on the number of vehicles
	less than 10	10–50	50–100	100–300	more than 300
Residential building	10	15	15	25	50
Public facility	10	10	15	25	25
Medical, recreational place	25	50	Determined by sanitary inspection authorities
Establishment of the educational system	15	25	25	50	approved by the federal executive authority

Most often, rules regarding distance from home are violated. Although, this provision is most important for the comfortable living of citizens.

Who is responsible for off-street parking?

In accordance with the general principles of organizing local self-government, provided for by Federal Law No. 131 of October 6, 2003, citizens can independently decide some issues regarding their property. Parking in the courtyards of multi-storey buildings is organized and landscaped after the approval of the vast majority of apartment owners.

To consider the issue, a general meeting of owners of premises in the apartment building is convened (Article 44 of the Housing Code). The decision is considered adopted if 2/3 votes are received in favor (Article 46 of the Code). Tenants cannot take part in voting and determine the fate of the local area, since they do not have ownership rights to the rented property.

Residents' rights

So, the procedure for using the courtyard plot is established by the general meeting of owners. They can use parking spaces for their intended purpose at any time. However, you cannot assign a specific property to a site.

Parking rules

SanPiN prohibits parking a car at a distance of less than 10 meters from the house. If we are talking about a truck, then at least 50 m is required. In general, the traffic rules do not say much about parking in the courtyards of residential buildings. Prohibited:

• for the vehicle to stand for more than five minutes with the engine running;
• stop in a landscaped area;
• park on the lawn, flower beds, playground;
• leave the car in the driveway or near trash cans.

All this complicates movement in the yard and worsens the appearance of the area, negatively affecting the environmental situation.

What is the difference between a parking lot and a parking lot?

To understand this, you should be guided by the norms of the Town Planning Code and the Traffic Rules. In the first case, the car is placed into storage “automatically”, and in the second, the owner of the place is not responsible for it. Let's figure out what else the law says about parking and parking.

Parking is a place (usually along roads, in various spaces of the road network, in areas near buildings) for placing a vehicle in a disabled state for a short period of time (clause 21, article 1 of the Town Planning Code and clause 1.2 of the Traffic Regulations). In courtyards it is free.

Parking is a territory or premises for long-term storage of a car on a paid basis (clause 2 of the Rules for the provision of parking services, approved by Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation No. 795 of November 17, 2001). Often these are covered garages and structures. Responsibility for this lies with the site employee.

When parked, the vehicle and property in the cabin are always under surveillance. But it costs much more than even paid parking. Parking is only possible in specially designated areas, and violation of the rules may result in a fine. A garage and a covered area are also considered parking. Here the car is protected from precipitation, and its appearance is maintained in good condition. Often parking is organized in the courtyards of administrative buildings or apartment buildings. They are necessary for citizens to leave their car during the working day or at night, make purchases or visit a guest.

How to organize parking in the local area

After a corresponding decision has been made at the general meeting of residents, which is reflected in the minutes, the site should be allocated to common shared ownership. In order for the organization of parking in the local area to be successful, it is better to appoint an initiative group in advance, which will go through the authorities.

HOA is an element of self-government that allows you to agree on what will be carried out. After agreement with the residents, interaction with local authorities begins.

Attention! There must be a suitable area in the local area. If it is not there, parking will not be approved. For example, instead of a playground, the authorities will not allow parking areas for cars.

With the minutes of the meeting, you should contact the district land resources and land management authority (committee or department) with a request to allocate a plot for a parking lot. The application must reflect general information about the HOA, the applicant and the surrounding area. When permission is received, an application should be made to the traffic police and the architectural committee (department) of the municipality.

Procedure for drafting

To develop it you will have to hire a specialist. He will develop a project, draw a plan on how to arrange a parking lot near the house for a car. After agreement with the owners, you can begin to develop the territory. It can be limited by a barrier and equipped with an alarm. Security guards are often hired.

Design features for disabled people

Seats for persons with disabilities are marked in a special way and marked with a sign. The width of the platform is at least 3.5 m. This is explained by the reduced maneuverability of people with disabilities and the need to open the doors without interference when exiting the cabin.

Preparation of necessary documentation

The application should be accompanied by the minutes of the general meeting at which the decision to create a parking lot was made, and a certificate of the composition of the local area obtained from the Department of Inventory and Real Estate Valuation.

Parking arrangement

The developed project should not contradict traffic rules, safety criteria, SanPiN and other requirements. It is necessary to take into account the norms of parking spaces for residential buildings in terms of their number, size and distance from the building. Violation of parking or stopping rules can lead to liability in the form of vehicle detention or a fine - from 500 to 5,000 rubles(Part 1 of Article 27.13, Article 12.19, Part 4 and Part 5 of Article 12.16, Part 1 of Article 12.10 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation). But, if it is agreed upon by the municipality and the traffic police, it will not cause problems.

Installation of a video surveillance system

Parking lots can be equipped with cameras, usually around the perimeter. The situation is monitored using a computer or mobile device. The registers are kept by the responsible owner or concierge. If problems arise, residents can request records, including for transfer to government agencies.

Paid or free

Use of parking may be free of charge. The amount of fees for security, maintenance of the territory and other needs can also be agreed upon at a meeting of owners. It is illegal to charge fees without the prior consent of the majority of residents.

What is a spontaneous parking

Some citizens neglect the established rules and arrange parking spaces for themselves without permission. Some install posts, chains, blockers, etc. Others park the car on the sidewalk, on the lawn, or in the sandbox. Those who abandon cars in the courtyards of high-rise buildings, in green areas or on the roadway will face proceedings and fines.

Drawing up and filing a complaint

Which officials will consider the owners’ applications depends on the nature of the problem. More often than not, the case does not go to court. If illegal parking occurs in the yard, it is up to the residents themselves to decide where to complain:

• district police officer;
• to the local administration;
• to the police.

An application is drawn up in free form. The consideration takes place according to the general rules established by the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation. A specific owner or an authorized person on behalf of the HOA can apply.

Summing up

Since parking areas in the courtyards of apartment buildings are objects of common shared ownership, therefore, their ownership, use and disposal is carried out by agreement of all participants (Articles 246-247 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation). To work out a compromise solution on this issue, you should not conflict with your neighbors. How the parking spaces will be allocated should depend on the area of ​​the apartment of each individual owner.

Arguments over parking spaces are getting louder and louder. People go to various lengths to secure this or that place in the yard, park their car as close to their entrance as possible, drive onto a lawn or even a playground in order to provide themselves with a minimum distance to move their body in space. I really don’t like all this either, so I decided to prepare material on how to force motorists to park their cars as they should, and not like Neanderthals.

For my region, the problem became relevant around 2010. Since those distant times, there have been more and more cars, and the development of automobile infrastructure in fact lags significantly behind the rate of motorization of the population. Most courtyards in today's Russia will not physically be able to accommodate the cars of all the residents of the surrounding houses. Real parking wars are breaking out. I have repeatedly seen how people are ready to fight like gladiators, just to avoid walking the extra 50 meters.

Why should parking in courtyards be organized according to the rules?

Firstly, crookedly positioned cars impede the passage of large vehicles. Garbage trucks that take out garbage in the morning (by the way), trucks, owners of large vehicles - they all suffer inconvenience. But the worst thing is that closely parked cars often do not allow ambulances and firefighters to pass.

Secondly, parking on lawns and playgrounds causes residents a lot of inconvenience. Children, while playing, bump into a car and can damage it, and those who like to park on lawns spoil the aesthetic appearance of the yard and spread dirt throughout the area.

What are the regulations for off-street parking?

Traffic rules and sanitary standards. The requirements for motorists in this case are different, but their implementation will ensure not only a comfortable existence, but will also resolve most parking conflicts. There are also various regional regulations that regulate parking issues

Sanitary standards and rules for parking in courtyards

There is a Resolution of the Chief State Sanitary Doctor of the Russian Federation dated September 25, 2007 N 74 (as amended on April 25, 2014) “On the introduction into force of a new edition of sanitary and epidemiological rules and regulations SanPiN 2.2.1/2.1.1.1200-03 “Sanitary protection zones and sanitary classification of enterprises, structures and other objects” (Registered with the Ministry of Justice of Russia on January 25, 2008 N 109), in which in table 7.1.1. the rules for parking cars in the courtyards of residential buildings are described. According to them, car parking is located at a certain distance from the windows of a residential building. Specific data depend on the number of parking spaces. If there are less than 10 of them, then the distance to the windows should be at least 10 meters. If the parking lot accommodates from 11 to 50 cars, then at least 15 meters. 51-100 parking spaces - at least 25 meters, 101-300 cars - at least 35 meters. Parking lots that can accommodate more than 300 cars are located no closer than 50 meters from the windows of residential buildings.

Traffic rules and parking in yards. Fines for illegal parking in yards

Let's start with the most common one - parking on lawns. The Code of Administrative Offenses does not provide for fines for parking on lawns, but regional legislation does. For example, in St. Petersburg, a motorist will pay from 3,000 to 5,000 rubles for parking on a lawn. To find out the “tariffs” for lawn parking in your city, contact the city administration. You can also send a photo of the “parking king” there at the time the violation was committed, or better yet, call. Then he will be held accountable. Just don’t forget to record on video (or photograph) the violation itself, because administration employees cannot always immediately move to the scene of the incident, and the violator may go completely unpunished.

A whole bunch of violations - Article 12.28 of the Administrative Code. These are violations of traffic rules established in a residential area. Where are they registered? We look at Chapter 17 of the Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation of October 23, 1993 N 1090 “On the Rules of the Road” (the same traffic rules): through traffic, practice driving, parking with the engine running, as well as parking of trucks with a permissible maximum weight of more than 3 are prohibited. 5 tons. But these are residential areas!!! But in paragraph 17.4 of the same resolution it is written that all these measures are also relevant for courtyard areas. In such a situation, record the violations on video/photo and call the traffic police department on duty.

What to do if your car is blocked/locked in the yard?

A driver who blocks the passage of other vehicles violates the rules for stopping or parking vehicles (Article 12.19, Part 4 of the Administrative Code), and this is a fine of up to 2,000 rubles (for Moscow and St. Petersburg - 3,000 rubles). To hold you accountable for such things, take a photo of the violation and call the traffic police duty department. But first I would recommend contacting the owner yourself. Often people block other cars, but leave their phone number. There is no need to attack from the shoulder, show tolerance.

Parking on the sidewalk in the yard. How to hold people accountable?

A sidewalk is a part of the street intended for pedestrians. Car drivers have the right to park on the sidewalk only in cases where this is permitted by the requirements of the relevant signs. In all other cases, the driver falls under clause 3 of Art. 12.19 of the Administrative Code, and this is a fine of 1,000 rubles (3,000 rubles for Moscow and St. Petersburg). To bring them to justice, take a photo and call the traffic police.

Where can I complain about off-street parking violations?

If the matter concerns violation of sanitary standards, then:

• fire inspection;
• district engineering service;
• sanitary inspection;
• environmental service.

If traffic rules were violated, then to the traffic police. In addition, at the moment it is possible to send a photograph of a recorded violation through special portals. There is also information that a special phone application will soon be created, with which you can directly send motorist violations recorded on video or photos to the traffic police.

The problem of off-street parking is becoming more and more pressing

Our authorities are trying to minimize the use of transport by residents of the country. Import duties, taxes, excise taxes on gasoline are raised, and paid parking is introduced. People are openly suppressing attempts to reach into their pockets, especially in relation to paid parking, and are clogging nearby yards with their cars, so the problem of parking in yards will become more and more pressing. In addition, not long ago there was an initiative to create a bill regulating the number of parking spaces in courtyards depending on the size of the building and the square footage of apartments. It's still being finalized, but we'll keep you posted.