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3 days ago
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San Francisco residents say someone is now reporting them for parking in their own driveways — costing them hundreds
A news camera in San Francisco captured the moment Larry Reed found his latest parking ticket. 'One-hundred-and-eight dollars for parking in my driveway,' the senior noted to NBC Bay Area in a story published July 14. Reed and several of his Mission District neighbors are speaking out after receiving hundreds of dollars in fines for allegedly parking in a manner that obstructs the sidewalk. But the residents insist they're parking on their property and aren't causing any problems. Don't miss Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don't have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here's how I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 6 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) You don't have to be a millionaire to gain access to this $1B private real estate fund. In fact, you can get started with as little as $10 — here's how Meanwhile, the city's parking authority told NBC Bay Area that officers are simply responding to complaints submitted to the 3-1-1 system. "The thing is, it's never happened until this year,' Reed said. 'So, it seems to be somebody who's newly moved in.' Documenting the unusual details Some neighbors suspect there's somebody out there gaming the system and costing them money. 'We don't know what the deal is. It's just, when we park on the driveway, we get a notice,' Yolanda Francisco told NBC Bay Area. 'It's been reported to 3-1-1 multiple times, but one picture multiple times.' Complaints, plus accompanying photos, can be tracked online. Francisco's son-in-law, David Chen, says he noticed a pattern after receiving a citation of his own. 'So, I don't know when these photos were taken, but somebody obviously has a collection of these and is just re-posting them,' he told NBC Bay Area. Chen was walking by when Reed found his latest parking ticket. The length of the vehicle appears to partly cover the sidewalk, but he says it's not enough to be problematic. "There's, like, 10 feet of open space,' Chen said. 'It's not causing a problem for anyone with accessibility issues. It's literally somebody making themselves feel good by submitting it, trolling us, getting us tickets." Read more: Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? Dave Ramsey says — and that 'anyone' can do it Turning off the flood of tickets Reed has attempted to appeal to the neighborhood parking complainer by posting letters on lightposts in the area, asking the person to simply call him instead if and when his car is bothering them so that he can move it. While this hadn't yet yielded results, there are some other steps that Reed and his neighbors can take to avoid parking these parking fines. The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency allows citizens to protest parking violation citations within 21 days of the date the ticket was issued, either by mail or online. They ask that if you plan to protest your citation, you should refrain from paying your ticket. As part of the submission, Reed and his neighbors can upload their own photos of their parking, and any other evidence that supports their claim. The parking citation is then placed on hold and reviewed within 90 days. If this first protest is denied, they have the option to request an administrative hearing within 25 days of the decision. There are also programs in place to help the city's low-income residents pay for citations via payment plans or reduced fees. If parking in your neighborhood is similarly tight, you can avoid tickets by staying on top of the local parking bylaws, so that if anything changes, you're aware. Also, take into account the road allowance and ensure your vehicle isn't blocking the sidewalk, even partially. If you live in a neighborhood where driveways are short, you may even consider measuring how much space you have before you buy a new car. Finally, getting to know your neighbors may be a safeguard against any complaints. If you're on friendly terms, a neighbor may feel more comfortable reaching out to you directly if they have an issue, rather than going through official channels. What to read next Robert Kiyosaki warns of a 'Greater Depression' coming to the US — with millions of Americans going poor. But he says these 2 'easy-money' assets will bring in 'great wealth'. How to get in now Accredited investors can now buy into this $22 trillion asset class once reserved for elites – and become the landlord of Walmart, Whole Foods or Kroger without lifting a finger. 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3 days ago
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San Francisco residents say someone is now reporting them for parking in their own driveways — costing them hundreds
A news camera in San Francisco captured the moment Larry Reed found his latest parking ticket. 'One-hundred-and-eight dollars for parking in my driveway,' the senior noted to NBC Bay Area in a story published July 14. Reed and several of his Mission District neighbors are speaking out after receiving hundreds of dollars in fines for allegedly parking in a manner that obstructs the sidewalk. But the residents insist they're parking on their property and aren't causing any problems. Don't miss Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don't have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here's how I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 6 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) You don't have to be a millionaire to gain access to this $1B private real estate fund. In fact, you can get started with as little as $10 — here's how Meanwhile, the city's parking authority told NBC Bay Area that officers are simply responding to complaints submitted to the 3-1-1 system. "The thing is, it's never happened until this year,' Reed said. 'So, it seems to be somebody who's newly moved in.' Documenting the unusual details Some neighbors suspect there's somebody out there gaming the system and costing them money. 'We don't know what the deal is. It's just, when we park on the driveway, we get a notice,' Yolanda Francisco told NBC Bay Area. 'It's been reported to 3-1-1 multiple times, but one picture multiple times.' Complaints, plus accompanying photos, can be tracked online. Francisco's son-in-law, David Chen, says he noticed a pattern after receiving a citation of his own. 'So, I don't know when these photos were taken, but somebody obviously has a collection of these and is just re-posting them,' he told NBC Bay Area. Chen was walking by when Reed found his latest parking ticket. The length of the vehicle appears to partly cover the sidewalk, but he says it's not enough to be problematic. "There's, like, 10 feet of open space,' Chen said. 'It's not causing a problem for anyone with accessibility issues. It's literally somebody making themselves feel good by submitting it, trolling us, getting us tickets." Read more: Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? Dave Ramsey says — and that 'anyone' can do it Turning off the flood of tickets Reed has attempted to appeal to the neighborhood parking complainer by posting letters on lightposts in the area, asking the person to simply call him instead if and when his car is bothering them so that he can move it. While this hadn't yet yielded results, there are some other steps that Reed and his neighbors can take to avoid parking these parking fines. The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency allows citizens to protest parking violation citations within 21 days of the date the ticket was issued, either by mail or online. They ask that if you plan to protest your citation, you should refrain from paying your ticket. As part of the submission, Reed and his neighbors can upload their own photos of their parking, and any other evidence that supports their claim. The parking citation is then placed on hold and reviewed within 90 days. If this first protest is denied, they have the option to request an administrative hearing within 25 days of the decision. There are also programs in place to help the city's low-income residents pay for citations via payment plans or reduced fees. If parking in your neighborhood is similarly tight, you can avoid tickets by staying on top of the local parking bylaws, so that if anything changes, you're aware. Also, take into account the road allowance and ensure your vehicle isn't blocking the sidewalk, even partially. If you live in a neighborhood where driveways are short, you may even consider measuring how much space you have before you buy a new car. Finally, getting to know your neighbors may be a safeguard against any complaints. If you're on friendly terms, a neighbor may feel more comfortable reaching out to you directly if they have an issue, rather than going through official channels. What to read next Robert Kiyosaki warns of a 'Greater Depression' coming to the US — with millions of Americans going poor. But he says these 2 'easy-money' assets will bring in 'great wealth'. How to get in now Accredited investors can now buy into this $22 trillion asset class once reserved for elites – and become the landlord of Walmart, Whole Foods or Kroger without lifting a finger. Here's how Rich, young Americans are ditching the stormy stock market — here are the alternative assets they're banking on instead Here are 5 'must have' items that Americans (almost) always overpay for — and very quickly regret. How many are hurting you? Stay in the know. Join 200,000+ readers and get the best of Moneywise sent straight to your inbox every week for free. This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind.
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16-07-2025
- Automotive
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San Francisco drivers ticketed while parking in own driveways
A group of frustrated San Francisco residents is sick of receiving tickets despite being parked in their own driveways. Some of the residents in the California city say they are convinced that someone is using old photos to file citations against them over and over again. Larry Reed told NBC Bay Area that he found a $108 ticket on his car on Monday. 'One hundred and eight dollars for parking on my driveway,' he told the broadcaster. A complaint had been filed against his car for parking on the sidewalk, part of a flood of complaints that have been made against him and his neighbors, which have resulted in hefty parking fines. "We don't know what the deal is. It's just, when we park on the driveway, we get a notice,' Yolanda Francisco told the broadcaster. 'It's been reported to 311 multiple times. But one picture, multiple times." Residents in San Francisco neighborhoods have been receiving numerous fines for cars parked in their driveways that are slightly sticking out over the sidewalk (Getty) The citations have been happening for about two months in Mission District neighborhoods. According to parking officers who spoke to the broadcaster, they're responding to complaints filed on the city's 311 system. Francisco's son-in-law, David Chen, noted that the photos of the alleged infractions are repeats, showing the same alleged parking violations over and over again. Chen was there when Reed received his citation on Monday. He said Reed's car — while slightly on the sidewalk — left plenty of space for anyone, including people with mobility issues, to get past. "There's like 10 feet of open space. It's not causing a problem for anyone with accessibility issues,' he told the broadcaster. 'It's literally somebody making themselves feel good by submitting it, trolling us, getting us tickets." Reed has gone so far as to post a sign near his front steps offering to move his vehicle for anyone who has an issue with its location — they need only call him. Sharon Gillenwater, another resident living in the Noe Valley neighborhood, said she was fined a total of $324 because her son's car and her SUV slightly cross their driveway line onto the sidewalk when they're parked, according to the U.S. Sun. She called the fines "overzealous punishment" and agrees with the idea that someone is intentionally targeting people in the neighborhoods with their reports. 'We're not fighting the law, we all agree that strollers and disabled people need to pass," she told the publication. 'But can we just be in the spirit of the law? In our case, there is plenty of room for two wheelchairs to go in tandem down the street.' The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency said it is not targeting the residents, but is just responding to 311 reports as they are received. Reed and his neighbors are frustrated with the sudden flood of complaints, and they want to know why, all of a sudden, someone has raised a stink about their parking.
The Independent
15-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Independent
San Francisco drivers ticketed while parking in own driveways
A group of frustrated San Francisco residents is sick of receiving tickets despite being parked in their own driveways. Some of the residents in the California city say they are convinced that someone is using old photos to file citations against them over and over again. Larry Reed told NBC Bay Area that he found a $108 ticket on his car on Monday. 'One hundred and eight dollars for parking on my driveway,' he told the broadcaster. A complaint had been filed against his car for parking on the sidewalk, part of a flood of complaints that have been made against him and his neighbors, which have resulted in hefty parking fines. "We don't know what the deal is. It's just, when we park on the driveway, we get a notice,' Yolanda Francisco told the broadcaster. 'It's been reported to 311 multiple times. But one picture, multiple times." The citations have been happening for about two months in Mission District neighborhoods. According to parking officers who spoke to the broadcaster, they're responding to complaints filed on the city's 311 system. Francisco's son-in-law, David Chen, noted that the photos of the alleged infractions are repeats, showing the same alleged parking violations over and over again. Chen was there when Reed received his citation on Monday. He said Reed's car — while slightly on the sidewalk — left plenty of space for anyone, including people with mobility issues, to get past. "There's like 10 feet of open space. It's not causing a problem for anyone with accessibility issues,' he told the broadcaster. 'It's literally somebody making themselves feel good by submitting it, trolling us, getting us tickets." Reed has gone so far as to post a sign near his front steps offering to move his vehicle for anyone who has an issue with its location — they need only call him. Sharon Gillenwater, another resident living in the Noe Valley neighborhood, said she was fined a total of $324 because her son's car and her SUV slightly cross their driveway line onto the sidewalk when they're parked, according to the U.S. Sun. She called the fines "overzealous punishment" and agrees with the idea that someone is intentionally targeting people in the neighborhoods with their reports. 'We're not fighting the law, we all agree that strollers and disabled people need to pass," she told the publication. 'But can we just be in the spirit of the law? In our case, there is plenty of room for two wheelchairs to go in tandem down the street.' The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency said it is not targeting the residents, but is just responding to 311 reports as they are received. Reed and his neighbors are frustrated with the sudden flood of complaints, and they want to know why, all of a sudden, someone has raised a stink about their parking.
