Hello, I’m Heebong Ha from Lawpid Legal Services. Today, I’d like to take a closer look at the issue of refusing parking to electric vehicles, which has gotten a lot of attention recently, from a legal perspective.
๐ Introduction
With the recent increase in the popularity of electric vehicles, there have been an increasing number of cases of parking lots refusing to park electric vehicles. Have you ever seen a sign that saysโPlease do not park electric vehiclesโ? Let’s take a look at whether this is legal and what the parking lot law says about it.
๐ข Legal definition and types of parking lots
The Parking Lot Law divides parking lots into three main types
- On-street parking lots.
- A parking lot installed on a street or square
- A typical example is a parking zone on the side of the road
- Off-street parking lots
- These are freestanding parking lots off the street
- Examples include public or private parking lots that you might see in your neighborhood
- Attached parking lot
- A parking lot attached to a building or facility.
- Examples include apartment parking lots, supermarket parking lots, etc.
๐ซ Legal regulations on refusal to use parking lots
The Parking Lot Act attaches great importance to the public nature of parking lots. Therefore, parking lot managers are strictly prohibited from refusing to use off-street parking lots or parking lots that charge parking fees without a valid reason.
Penalties for refusing parking
- Suspension of business within 6 months or a fine of up to KRW 10 million
- An additional fine of not more than KRW 1 million may be imposed
โ๏ธ Legal issues of refusing to park an EV
Refusing to park an electric vehicle solely because it is an electric vehicle does not qualify as a โjustifiable reasonโ under the Parking Lot Act. Since electric vehicles are registered under the Automobile Act, they have the same parking rights as regular vehicles.
Examples of legitimate refusal reasons
- The parking lot is full
- The vehicle is likely to damage parking lot facilities
- There is an obvious safety hazard
โ What parking lot operators need to know
- Prohibit discrimination based on vehicle type
- Must provide equal parking opportunities for all types of vehicles
- Transparency of fees
- You can charge for off-street parking, but this must be clearly advertised
- Duty of facility management
- Responsible for providing a safe and convenient parking environment
๐ Wrapping Up
If you have a legal issue with a parking lot, you may want to consult an attorney. At Lawfeed Law Firm, we provide expert advice on parking lot legal issues.
We hope this article has helped you understand the legal issues related to parking lots. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. We will be happy to work with you to find a solution.