Parking — Blocking a Driveway

No vehicle shall stop, stand, or park in front of a public or private driveway. This applies even when the driveway serves the property of the vehicle's own registered owner if the vehicle blocks the public right-of-way.

• vehicle parked across a curb cut or visible driveway apron
• car blocking the entrance to a garage or private driveway
• commercial driveway or loading entrance obstructed by a parked vehicle

1. Photograph the vehicle, plate, and violation context (signs, hydrant, crosswalk).
2. Note the address and time; parking complaints are location- and time-sensitive.
3. File at portal.311.nyc.gov under Parking, or call 311.
4. Attach your photo; include plate, color, and make if the plate is obscured.
5. Save your Service Request Number to track NYPD Traffic or DOT response.

Official channel: portal.311.nyc.gov or dial 311. Agency: NYC DOT / NYPD.

Parking summons fines typically range from $35–$515 depending on violation type (2026 NYC Traffic Rules schedule). Towing may apply for blocking hydrants, driveways, or bus stops.

311 routes parking complaints to NYPD Traffic Enforcement or DOT. If the vehicle is still present, an agent may issue a summons. If gone, the complaint is logged to the location history.

• NYC parking violations
• What 311 does after you file