Double-yellow line
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A double-yellow line is a common road marking meaning different things in many parts of the world.
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Double yellow lines mean no waiting at any time, unless there are signs that specifically indicate seasonal restrictions.
They were first introduced in the UK by section 51 of the Road Traffic Act 1960.
are likely to retain a modified version of the British laws including the basic principles regarding road safety.
is one of the regions using double yellow lines on the side of carriageways outside the UK.
, an ex-crown colony of the UK, also uses double-yellow lines to indicate no parking at the sides.
was once a British colony, and today still applies double yellow lines to mark restricted parking areas at all hours on the sides of carriageways.
In the state of Rhode Island
, two municipalities replace the double yellow line with strippings of red, white and blue; Bristol
(longest continuous running Fourth of July parade)http://www.gonomad.com/beourguest/uploaded_images/DSCN4096-754677.JPG and Warwick
(host of Gaspee Days
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In some states, it is not against the law to overtake vehicles in the presence of solid yellow lines if it is safe to do so. For example, Vermont
State Law also allows passing across the double yellow line when no traffic is on the opposing side, however, one must pass quickly and return to the proper side. However this is unusual as most states have a ban on crossing a double yellow line except when turning, or when pedestrians, bicycles, or other obstructions in the road make it necessary. Overtaking another vehicle across a solid yellow line is usually considered a serious traffic violation in most states.
United Kingdom
Double yellow lines along the edge of the carriageway indicate that parking restrictions apply to the road (which includes the carriageway, pavement and verge). A driver may stop for passengers to board or alight and to load or unload (unless there are also 'loading restrictions' as described below). The regulation applies to all vehicles other than those with disabled parking permits - see below. The restriction applies from the centre of the carriageway to the back of the footway.History
Double yellow lines were first used in Yorkshire by a farmer (George Bamber) 1822-1903 of Masham, North Yorkshire they were originally used as 'boundary markers' to protect his land. The design of the two yellow lines came from the markings used by George Bamber to identify his sheep. George also used the 'two yellow lines' to identify the access routes to his farm on the road, which on market days were sometimes clogged up with carts from surrounding villagers who were attending the regular markets. The Mayor of Masham (Mr Nesbit) realised the potential and implemented this idea to restrict access to Masham market square on Market days, offenders who left any obstructions where the double yellow lines were painted were fined 4d of which George Bamber received 10%. This idea was then adopted by surrounding villages, the shrewd George Bamber ensured that the 10% received from the Masham fines was also applicable to other villages.http://society.ezinemark.com/history-of-world-s-first-double-yellow-lines-england-1958-17263984ff5.html
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Double yellow lines mean no waiting at any time, unless there are signs that specifically indicate seasonal restrictions.
They were first introduced in the UK by section 51 of the Road Traffic Act 1960.
Loading restrictions
Loading is allowed on double-yellow lines unless there are also yellow marks on the kerb or at the edge of the carriageway.British influence
Countries that were once part of the British EmpireBritish Empire
The British Empire comprised the dominions, colonies, protectorates, mandates and other territories ruled or administered by the United Kingdom. It originated with the overseas colonies and trading posts established by England in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. At its height, it was the...
are likely to retain a modified version of the British laws including the basic principles regarding road safety.
Hong Kong
Hong KongHong Kong
Hong Kong is one of two Special Administrative Regions of the People's Republic of China , the other being Macau. A city-state situated on China's south coast and enclosed by the Pearl River Delta and South China Sea, it is renowned for its expansive skyline and deep natural harbour...
is one of the regions using double yellow lines on the side of carriageways outside the UK.
India
A double-yellow line is a painted marking between a two-way road. It consists of two, parallel, solid yellow lines located between the two directions of traffic flow and its presence usually indicates a no-passing restriction.Singapore
SingaporeSingapore
Singapore , officially the Republic of Singapore, is a Southeast Asian city-state off the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula, north of the equator. An island country made up of 63 islands, it is separated from Malaysia by the Straits of Johor to its north and from Indonesia's Riau Islands by the...
, an ex-crown colony of the UK, also uses double-yellow lines to indicate no parking at the sides.
Mauritius
MauritiusMauritius
Mauritius , officially the Republic of Mauritius is an island nation off the southeast coast of the African continent in the southwest Indian Ocean, about east of Madagascar...
was once a British colony, and today still applies double yellow lines to mark restricted parking areas at all hours on the sides of carriageways.
Canada
In Canada, a double-yellow line in the center of the road means that it is unsafe for traffic traveling in either direction to pass. It is usually found on rolling hills or through corners where visibility is limited.United States
A double-yellow line is a painted marking between opposing sides of a highway. It consists of two, parallel, solid yellow lines located between the two directions of traffic flow and its presence usually indicates a no-passing restriction or no passing zone. Obvious exceptions to this no-passing restriction include emergency maneuvers or temporary traffic flow changes due to road work. Often the double-yellow line has sections where one of the lines becomes dashed (in which case it is no longer a "double-yellow") indicating to the drivers traveling on the side closest to the dashed line that they may pass when it's safe.In the state of Rhode Island
Rhode Island
The state of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations, more commonly referred to as Rhode Island , is a state in the New England region of the United States. It is the smallest U.S. state by area...
, two municipalities replace the double yellow line with strippings of red, white and blue; Bristol
Bristol, Rhode Island
Bristol is a town in and the historic county seat of Bristol County, Rhode Island, United States. The population was 22,954 at the 2010 census. Bristol, a deepwater seaport, is named after Bristol, England....
(longest continuous running Fourth of July parade)http://www.gonomad.com/beourguest/uploaded_images/DSCN4096-754677.JPG and Warwick
Warwick, Rhode Island
Warwick is a city in Kent County, Rhode Island, United States. It is the second largest city in the state, with a population of 82,672 at the 2010 census. Its mayor has been Scott Avedisian since 2000...
(host of Gaspee Days
Gaspée Affair
The Gaspée Affair was a significant event in the lead-up to the American Revolution. The HMS Gaspée, a British customs schooner that had been enforcing unpopular trade regulations, ran aground in shallow water on June 9, 1772, near what is now known as Gaspee Point in the city of Warwick, Rhode...
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In some states, it is not against the law to overtake vehicles in the presence of solid yellow lines if it is safe to do so. For example, Vermont
Vermont
Vermont is a state in the New England region of the northeastern United States of America. The state ranks 43rd in land area, , and 45th in total area. Its population according to the 2010 census, 630,337, is the second smallest in the country, larger only than Wyoming. It is the only New England...
State Law also allows passing across the double yellow line when no traffic is on the opposing side, however, one must pass quickly and return to the proper side. However this is unusual as most states have a ban on crossing a double yellow line except when turning, or when pedestrians, bicycles, or other obstructions in the road make it necessary. Overtaking another vehicle across a solid yellow line is usually considered a serious traffic violation in most states.