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There are prototype meters in some locations (mostly near the Embarcadero) that use central fareboxes instead of individual meters. They get around the printed
by enf 17y ago
There are prototype meters in some locations (mostly near the Embarcadero) that use central fareboxes instead of individual meters. They get around the printed receipt problem by having you specify the parking space number when you pay and keeping track of which numbered spaces are paid for instead of issuing a receipt to put in the vehicle.
- pak 17y agoThis isn't a bad way to do it, but then a two wheeled vehicle is in the unpleasant situation of taking up an entire space, or not knowing which spot to pay for if between spaces.
- whatusername 17y agoHow do you fix this with normal meters though? Here in Aus I've seen all 3 types - the specify a parking spot ones seem the smartest though.
- pak 17y agoWith individual meters you can usually find a spot between two meters, or on the border of a fire hydrant zone, where other cars cover all the meters and you get a free spot. The nebulous sphere of influence of the per-block meters compels you to pay no matter where on the block you park (even if it isn't clear what spot you're in).