ICC Permit Technician Practice Exam

What is the minimum required width of a parallel parking stall?

1. 8 feet

2. 9 feet

3. 10 feet

4. 20 feet

The correct answer is: 8 feet

The minimum required width of a parallel parking stall is typically 8 feet. This standard is established to provide adequate space for a vehicle to park without encroaching on adjacent parking areas or sidewalks. The 8-foot width allows for most passenger vehicles to fit comfortably while ensuring that drivers and passengers have enough room to enter and exit their vehicles. In contrast, widths greater than 8 feet, such as 9 or 10 feet, might provide more comfort but are usually not necessary in terms of meeting the basic functional requirements for parallel parking. A width of 20 feet, on the other hand, is excessively wide for a standard parking stall and does not reflect typical design standards for public or private parking facilities. Such a configuration would likely reduce the overall number of parking spaces available without any practical benefit. Thus, the correct answer reflects the standard width for functional parallel parking.