Protected Parking
Protected parking consists of parking spaces and centerline striping used to narrow the perceived roadway width from curb to curb.
Application:
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Areas where vertical traffic-calming measures would be unacceptable because of noise considerations.
Advantages:
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Perceived narrow driving width reduces speeds.
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Creates protected on-street parking bays.
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Inexpensive to install.
Disadvantages:
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Effectiveness is limited by the absence of physical obstacles.
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Inclement weather (i.e. snow, rain, etc) may block the visibility of pavement markings.
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May encourage school-related parking.
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Requires continual maintenance to maintain visibility of markings.
Cost Estimate:
$1,000