AB 413 FAQ
What is AB 413, and how does it affect me?
AB 413 is a new state law that prohibits parking within 20 feet of the approach to a crosswalk and within 15 feet of the approach to a crosswalk with curb extensions (bulbouts). It was passed in 2023 and went into effect on January 1, 2025. This law means that you can now receive a ticket if you park too close to an intersection or midblock crosswalk.
Why did the state do this? What is “daylighting?”
Parking restrictions near intersections such as those instituted by AB 413 are often called “daylighting.” This nickname refers to the fact that these restrictions increase visibility of the intersections for both drivers and pedestrians. Parked cars can create blind spots in front of pedestrian ramps at intersections, making it hard for drivers to see pedestrians entering the crosswalk and for pedestrians to see oncoming vehicles. While many cities already restrict parking near intersections, lawmakers passed this law to codify this pedestrian safety benefit statewide. Many states, such as New Jersey and Pennsylvania, have long had similar restrictions in their vehicle codes.
Isn’t parking at intersections already prohibited in Burbank?
Burbank has had its own daylighting ordinance since 1979. Where marked with red curb, parking is prohibited within 15 feet of all corners of an intersection, within 25 feet of the approach to any traffic control device, and in any location where the Public Works Director deems that stopping constitutes a hazard. Parking will remain prohibited in these locations. However, not all intersections in Burbank are marked with red curb. In locations without red curb markings, the default state law restrictions now apply.
So, what is changing?
Existing parking restrictions will continue to apply, and it remains prohibited to park in red curb areas. At intersections where there is no red curb paint, it is now prohibited under state law to park within 20 feet of the approach, or the area in front of the crosswalk as you are driving toward it.
How will these parking restrictions be enforced?
Parking in red curb zones remains prohibited. Parking Enforcement will continue to ticket violators parked in red curb zones. Additionally, parking within 20 feet of a marked or unmarked crosswalk (any corner with a curb ramp) is now prohibited and subject to ticketing even if there is no red curb at the intersection. At intersections with red curb, you can assume the red curb marks the extent of the parking restriction.
How can I know if I’m parked 20 feet away from a crosswalk?
According to state law, a crosswalk is any location where the path of the sidewalk extends across the street, so the approach to any corner with a curb ramp is subject to AB 413. Stop signs and stop bars are considered crosswalks. Striped crosswalks are considered crosswalks.
Twenty feet is roughly the length of a vehicle, so aim to park at least one vehicle length back from any curb ramp, striped crosswalk, or stop sign even when the location is not marked with red curb.
Who can I contact if I have questions?
For more information about parking enforcement in Burbank, visit the City’s Parking web page, or contact Parking at [email protected] or (818) 238-5290. For additional questions about state transportation policy in Burbank, contact [email protected].
