“Explain your plans or reason for parking here,” read a bizarrenote left on a car windshieldof a content creator, who then shared the story on aviral clipon TikTok.
“When I was 18, did I get notes on my car?” said the TikToker, feeling that he was being compared to a younger, more irresponsible person.
“Yeah, because I parked in silly places. Of course, I did. I’m 40, nearly 40, late 30s, if you want to.”
“And I’ve got a note on my car for parking in a sensible place,” he continued.
Lawrence then went on to confront the neighbor responsible for the note and found out, to his surprise, that it was an old lady who thought he might’ve been a car dealer.
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Iparkedin a nice part of town because my car is my pride and joy. I worked really, really hard to get back on my feet and to try and get myself a car,” the TikTokerexplained, noting that he takes special care not to have his vehicle involved in misdemeanors.
“But it’s just a normal road. It’s a little, just a normal road, not even a cul-de-sac.”
He then proceeded to show the note to his viewers, and it read:
“We are concerned about cars left outside our house for so long. Please call at number two to explain your plans or reason forparking. If we know you, we can help. Thank you.”
“I’ve just popped off to Scotland and certainly I don’t need to let you know my plans,” he replied.
Feeling treated like a suspicious person and being asked to disclose his intentions for being in a public place, Lawrence decided to go and confront the nosy neighbor himself.
“Here’s some advice,” he continued. “Don’t put notes on cars, especially if you’ve got your own driveway that holds about four cars.”
“I’m not obstructing anyone. I’ve paid my road tax.”
A second video uploaded shortly after sees Lawrence approach the house of the person who left the note
“When there’s a car out there, we tend to take concern if it’s right outside our door.”
“Usually, when people do that they might be my visitor or they come and tell me what they’re doing,” she said.
“Obviously, I didn’t think I would have to knock on someone’s door. I pay my taxes. I canparkin any public place I want,” Lawrence replied.
“Well, there was a man who had been putting a fiesta out there, so I thought you might’ve been a car dealer,” the woman revealed.
“I was thinking of checking if the vehicle was registered or insured. I might’ve even called the police.”
“It’s alright, but keep in mind that not everyone thatparksoutside your door is going to be a car dealer,” the TikToker told her, trying to reassure her of his intentions.
“I’m really glad you came, thank you,” the woman said before closing the door.
In the UK, as long as vehicles are properly taxed and authorized for the road, drivers can park without issues in public spaces
However, in cases of businesses or carsleft on the streetfor repair purposes,legal actioncan be pursued.
A car business, in British legal terms, occurs when an individual “leaves two or more cars for sale on the road within 500 meters of each other.”
The country has also determined different parking zones withspecific rulesthat drivers must follow:
Controlled Parking Zones (CPZ) restrict waiting and loading during certain times, while Restricted Parking Zones (RPZ) enforce restrictions without visible road markings, requiring drivers to check signs for details. There are also Permit Parking Areas (PPA) that require authorization beforehand.
As a rule of thumb, as long as a street is open to the public, clear of any yellow, white, or red lines, and without specific signs limiting their access, users should be able to park without issues.
Lawrence’s viewers empathized with his annoyance, sharing similar experiences they’ve had in the past and agreeing with his views on the matter
“I laugh at people who think they own the roads outside their houses,” said one user.
“That’s the nicest passive aggressive note ever,” wrote another.
“Unless they own the space that you parked in, then they should mind their own flaming business,” agreed one of his fans.
“I mean that’s the nicest note I’ve ever seen. I got my car keyed 3 times for parking in a street legally so think yourself lucky,” shared one woman.
“I thought she sounded genuinely concerned and polite, at least now she knows it’s yours,” said one viewer.
“Aww she sounded lovely,” expressed another.
“I suppose maybe she was worried about it and it make her nervous so she just likes to know the person,” argued one user.
“What she did was harmless, and she was so polite, bless her. She said she was concerned, which is understandable,” explained another.
Regardless of the neighbor’sage, the TikToker remained firm in his beliefs.
“If you pay your car tax, park where you want as long as you’re not obstructing a driveway. Don’t worry about what other people think.”
“I don’t know why people take it upon themselves to decide that they own part of the road,” he said after returning to his car.
“That’s the nicest note ever” Viewers shared their own parking troubles, with many stating they’ve had worse happen to them
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