Parking in front of a garage: What is the legal status?

Finding a parking space in large urban centers is a daily puzzle. Tensions and misunderstandings often arise regarding parking in front of a garage. 💡 Let’s look at what the law and POMIDA (Panhellenic Federation of Property Owners) define, so you know exactly your rights and obligations.

When is parking in front of a garage prohibited for third parties?

The parking prohibition applies exclusively if the private garage operates normally for the entry and exit of vehicles on a real and continuous basis. If the space has been converted into a storage room and the garage door remains permanently closed, the owner has no legal right to park there or block the public road.

Can the owner have an exclusive parking space on the public road?

No. The owner can park in front of their own private garage only as a regular citizen, without obstructing traffic or neighboring properties. The law does not recognize “reserved” spaces on the roadway for anyone, unless there is a special municipal permit. 🏡

What is the KOK (Highway Code) fine for violators?

If someone blocks access to an active private garage, the prescribed administrative fine amounts to 80 euros. 💰 The confirmation of the violation and potential towing require that the space is legally used and features the approved vertical signage (P-40 sign) from the local Municipality.