18 inches from the curb is:
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The correct distance you should stay away when parking next to a fire hydrant.
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The correct distance to park when parallel parking next to a curb.
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The minimum distance to park when parallel parking next to a curb.
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The correct distance to park when parallel parking next to a red-painted curb.
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Explanation
When parallel parking next to a curb, you must position your vehicle no more than 18 inches away from the curb. Parking farther out can obstruct traffic and may result in a parking violation. This rule ensures that your vehicle is safely out of the lane of travel, while still close enough to the curb to avoid creating a hazard for passing vehicles. Adjust your position if you're too far from the curb after parking.
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