the maxium is 6 inches but it has been debated by many if it is more
You should park your car less than six inches away from the curb.
18 inches from the curb.
Within 18 inches.
Here in California it's 18 inches.
From the Calfornia DMV web page on parking: When you park alongside a curb on a level street, the front and back wheels must be parallel and within 18 inches of the curb. Park parallel to the street if there is no curb.
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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.
In Texas, you must park at least 18 inches away from the curb when parallel parking. This distance ensures that vehicles do not obstruct pedestrian pathways or interfere with traffic flow. Always check for any specific local regulations that might apply, as they can vary by municipality.
Parking more than 12 inches from the curb canresult in a ticket in Washington state(RCW 46.61.575)
A. six inches. When parking on a public road, you must not park more than six inches away from the curb in order to ensure that the flow of traffic is not obstructed and for safety reasons.
In New York City, you must park your vehicle within 12 inches of the curb. Parking too far from the curb can result in a ticket, as it is considered a violation of parking regulations. Always ensure your vehicle is parallel to the curb and does not obstruct traffic.