🚗✨ Did you know there’s a parking line you can ignore without facing fines? Many of us worry about parking restrictions and the notorious yellow and red lines, but there’s a little-known rule that might make parking a bit easier!
You’ve probably seen them: single, solid white lines on the side of the road with perpendicular lines at each end, also known as H bar markings. These lines are often used to suggest that an access point or driveway needs keeping clear, but here’s the twist—they have no legal standing. That’s right, councils might charge up to £300 to paint them, but you won’t get a ticket for parking on these lines if there’s no dropped kerb.
While it’s true that parking over a dropped kerb is a no-go and could result in action from the council or police, the H bar marking itself can’t prohibit you from parking there legally. Some councils set certain conditions or extra rules like parking a specific distance from a dropped kerb, but there’s no national law supporting these.
Curious about your local regulations? It’s always a good idea to check with your local council, as practices can vary from one area to another. But next time you spot that lone white line without a dropped kerb, know you’re in the clear! 🚙💨 Happy parking!