Parking on nature strips or footpaths

We have a legal obligation to enforce the Australian Road Rules and under the NSW ROAD RULE 197 Stopping on a path, dividing strip, nature strip, painted island or traffic island is an offence.

We understand that people sometimes use the nature strip because they feel it is safer than parking on the road, especially in streets that are narrow. However the reality is that parking fully or partially on nature strips and footpaths, regardless of the intention, is illegal.

Vehicles parked on the nature strip or footpath:

• Forcing pedestrians on to the road is dangerous
• Cause major damage to public infrastructure, both above and below the ground
• May prevent emergency personnel from accessing key infrastructure such as water, sewage, gas, telecommunications and drainage pipes
• Can pose increased safety risks for pedestrians as they are less visible to oncoming cars
• Restrict access for wheelchair and pram users
• You can be issued with a parking Infringement from Police or Council Officers if you park on nature strips or footpaths.