No parking vs no standing vs no stopping
A no-parking sign may allow brief loading or passenger activity depending on the rule, no-standing is stricter, and no-stopping is the strictest. The actual posted sign controls.
ASP broom signs
ASP signs show the street-cleaning days and times when parking is not allowed on that side. NYC 311 says the rule applies for the entire posted time.
Meters and arrows
Meter signs define allowed time, days, and direction. If the sign arrow does not cover your space, look for the next controlling sign.
Temporary signs
Construction, film, utility, emergency, and event signs can temporarily override normal parking behavior. Check poles, trees, fences, and barricades before leaving.
Fast checks before you walk away
Find your space first
Stand where your car is and read the signs that point to that curb.
Check every condition
Day, time, vehicle type, arrow, meter zone, and special exceptions all matter.
When confused, move
If a sign stack is unclear, the safest parking decision may be a different block.
NYC rule sources used for this page
The page uses official NYC/DOT/311/Open Data sources where possible, then translates the rules into practical parking decisions for aSpot users.