Washington State
House of Representatives
Office of Program Research
BILL
ANALYSIS
Transportation Committee
HB 1061
Brief Description: Providing additional parking flexibility in residential neighborhoods.
Sponsors: Representatives Low and Jacobsen.
Brief Summary of Bill
  • Authorizes cities and counties to allow residential property owners to park, or allow another to park, across the point of ingress or egress of the owner's driveway, subject to certain restrictions.
Hearing Date: 1/23/25
Staff: Jennifer Harris (786-7143).
Background:

It is unlawful to stop, stand, or park a vehicle in front of a public or private driveway, or within 5 feet of the end of the curb radius leading to a public or private driveway, unless necessary to avoid conflict with other traffic, or if doing so is in compliance with law or the directions of a police officer or official traffic control device.
Summary of Bill:

A city or county may, by ordinance or resolution, allow residential property owners to park, or allow another to park, across the point of ingress or egress of the owner's driveway, as long as the vehicle does not obstruct a sidewalk, another driveway, or the roadway.
Appropriation: None.
Fiscal Note: Requested on January 21, 2025.
Effective Date: The bill takes effect 90 days after adjournment of the session in which the bill is passed.