Establishes a residential parking system in the city of Rochester

Title of bill

An act to amend the vehicle and traffic law, in relation to establishing a residential parking system in the city of Rochester

Purpose or general idea of bill

Provides for the city of Rochester to adopt a residential parking permit system.

Summary of specific provisions

Section 1 amends the vehicle and traffic law by adding a new Section 1640-p, which would allow the city of Rochester, by adoption of local law or ordinance, to provide for a residential parking permit system within the areas designated by the city of Rochester.

Section 2 provides the effective date.

Justification

Parking in neighborhoods that adjoin entertainment districts in Rochester have becoming increasingly prohibitive for residents and has adversely impacted the quality of life in these neighborhoods. This legislation authorizes the Rochester City Council to adopt a residential parking permit system for the city of Rochester. A residential parking permit system would alleviate the many parking and environmental issues increased by nonresidents using the district as a personal and free parking space for hours each day. These entertainment venue patrons augment an already congested area and generate needless traffic accidents and hazards, pedestrian fatalities, air and noise pollution. Not only are residents displaced, area landlords have a more difficult time attracting and retaining tenants, and the owner occupancy rate has decreased because of the problems associated with overcrowded parking.

Prior legislative history

New Bill.

Fiscal implications

None to the state.

Effective date

This act shall take effect 60 days after it becomes law.