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1. Do I have to yield the right of way at a pedestrian crosswalk?

Yes, at any crosswalk, marked or not, drivers must yield the right of way to pedestrians in the crosswalk. Crosswalks are used mainly to encourage pedestrians to use a particular crossing area at the intersection.

2. Is it illegal to park in a handicap access parking space without a valid handicap tag?

Yes, even for just a minute to run into a business and can result in a substantial fine to the violator. Also, it is so inconsiderate to take the space from someone who has legitimate right to it.

3. What causes the most accidents at pedestrian crosswalks?

Research suggests that a crosswalk gives a pedestrian a false sense of security. They often step off of the curb expecting the vehicle to stop and the driver fails to stop, resulting in an accident. At any crosswalk, marked or unmarked, the pedestrian is responsible to be cautious and alert before crossing the street.

4. What pavement markings is the city responsible for?

The city is responsible for all roadway markings such as double yellow centerlines, roadway edge markings, intersection markings, crosswalks, stop lines, and arrows on city streets and in its rights of way.

5. Where are crosswalks normally marked?

At intersections where there is a substantial conflict between vehicle and pedestrian traffic, such as school crossings and signalized intersections.

6. Who is responsible for marking the handicap access parking places in parking lots?

On city property we would maintain or mark a new handicap access spot. On private property or in a parking lot the lot owner would have that responsibility.

7. Who is responsible for pavement markings in shopping centers and other parking lots?

The owner of the shopping center or private parking lot is responsible for those markings.

8. Whom should I call to request pavement marking for a road or intersection?

Call the 3-1-1 Customer Call Center. If you are calling from the City of Hampton, simply dial 3-1-1 on your touch tone or rotary dial phone. From outside the City of Hampton, please dial (757) 727-8311. The call center is available from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., seven days a week to assist you.