Cal. Civ. Code § 5:10-24.1
Design requirements
Operative Text
(a) Driveways shall have two traffic lanes for their entire length, in addition to any parking space, except that a single lane may be used for short straight service driveways where two-way traffic is not anticipated. (b) Buildings, walls, fences, planting and other sight obstructions shall be so located and designed that a driver backing out of a garage, carport or parking space can see approaching traffic speed and volume.
Under N.J.A.C. § 5:10-24.1, driveways serving residential properties are generally required to accommodate two lanes of traffic along their full length, separate from any parking areas, though a single lane is permitted for short, straight service driveways where two-way traffic is not expected. Additionally, structures, vegetation, fencing, and other potential obstructions must be positioned and designed so that a driver exiting a garage, carport, or parking space has adequate sightlines to observe oncoming traffic. The rule is aimed at reducing collision risks by ensuring both adequate lane width and unobstructed visibility at points where vehicles enter or exit parking areas.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers subject to N.J.A.C. § 5:10-24.1 generally ensure that driveways are laid out with two distinct traffic lanes for their full extent, keeping parking spaces separate from the travel lanes. Compliant operators also review the placement of buildings, walls, fences, and landscaping to confirm that none of these features block the sightlines of drivers backing out of garages, carports, or parking spaces. Routine site inspections that assess both lane configuration and vegetation growth near parking exits are a common part of maintaining compliance with this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
N.J.A.C. § 5:10-24.1 establishes design standards for driveways and parking-area sightlines that are intended to protect the safety of residents and visitors at a property. If a tenant observes conditions that appear to conflict with these requirements—such as a driveway that seems too narrow for two-way traffic or obstructions that block visibility when backing out—they may consider documenting the concern and raising it with the property owner or manager in writing. Tenants can also contact the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs, which oversees the Hotel and Multiple Dwelling Law regulations under N.J.A.C. § 5:10, or reach out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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