Austin |
Code of Ordinances |
Title 12. TRAFFIC REGULATIONS. |
Chapter 12-5. STOPPING, STANDING, AND PARKING. |
Article 2. PARKING RESTRICTED IN CERTAIN PLACES. |
§ 12-5-35. PARKING AREAS DESIGNATED FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.
(A)
Except as provided in Subsection (B), a person may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle in a parking space or area on public or private property that is designated for use by a person with a disability in accordance with applicable law.
(B)
This prohibition does not apply if the vehicle is operated by or for a person with a temporary or permanent disability, and the vehicle displays:
(1)
a license plate for a vehicle used by or for a person with a disability; or
(2)
a windshield identification card for a person with a disability issued in accordance with Chapter 681 ( Privileged Parking ) of the Texas Transportation Code.
(C)
A person may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle on public or private property in a manner that blocks an access or curb ramp, accessible pedestrian space between or adjacent to a parking space, or other architectural feature designed to aid a person with a disability.
Source: 1992 Code Section 16-5-15; Ord. 031204-13; Ord. 031211-11.