Washington: Parking Rules & Technique Questions
4 real, verified Washington driving-test questions on parking rules & technique, each with the correct answer and a full explanation below. Want to practice these interactively instead? Start a Parking Rules & Technique practice round.
1. How close to the curb must a parked vehicle be in Washington?
Why: Washington requires a parked vehicle to be within 12 inches of the curb — a tighter clearance than the 18-inch rule used in many other states.
2. How far from a fire station driveway must you avoid parking on the opposite side of the street in Washington?
Why: Washington prohibits parking within 75 feet of a fire station driveway on the opposite side of the street — a notably longer distance than the 15-foot fire-hydrant clearance used for most other no-parking zones.
3. How close to a pedestrian safety zone can you park in Washington?
Why: Washington prohibits parking within 20 feet of a pedestrian safety zone.
4. Under Washington law, when can you park in an electric vehicle charging station space?
Why: It's illegal in Washington to park in an electric vehicle charging station space unless your vehicle is connected to the charging equipment.
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