I try hard to park within 6" of the curb. If it's a tight squeeze it's not always possible. I do hate rubbing my tires against the curb, or parking with more than a foot of space between wheels and curb.
18 inches according to transportation code 545.303
Less than 12 inches.
1 ft. (30cm.)
the maxium is 6 inches but it has been debated by many if it is more
it is 6-18 inches from the curb
18 inches from the curb.
7 inches from curb
I would say about 2-3 inches away from the curb.Another VIew: Although this distance may vary from place to place, most requirements state no more than 12 inches from the curb.
In Texas, the test requires the wheels to be 6-12 inches away from the curb. It might be different in your state though!
No more then 18 inches from the curb (in California)Added: It totally depends on the regulations of your individual jurisdiction. In many states it is no more than 12 inches from the curb.
Most states recommend that you keep your wheels about 6 inches away from the curb, but do not penalize you if your vehicle is within 18 inches from the curb. Anything further than that, and you fail the maneuver. The statute governing this distance is different from state to state, and maybe even city-to-city.
In Texas, the test requires the wheels to be 6-12 inches away from the curb. It might be different in your state though!