The closest distance your vehicle may be parked to a vehicle entrance is 1 metre (about 3 feet) when no other markings or signs apply.

Core rule

  • Standard learner-driver guidance states you must not park closer than 1 metre to a vehicle entrance or driveway.
  • Parking closer than this can obstruct turning movements and make it harder for a driver exiting the entrance to see approaching traffic, increasing collision risk.

Why this distance matters

  • Being within 1 metre can force exiting vehicles to “nose out” into the traffic lane before they can see clearly, which is especially dangerous on busy or narrow roads.
  • Long vehicles (like vans or trucks) may need extra swing to enter or leave; a car parked too close to the entrance can block the maneuver entirely and may be towed or ticketed.

Important note on local laws

  • This 1‑metre rule comes from road‑code style guidance used in some English‑speaking countries’ licensing material and practice tests.
  • Actual enforceable distances can vary by country, state, or city , so local traffic regulations or the official driver handbook where you live are the final authority even if they are similar to this 1‑metre guideline.

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