Clampdown on Parking: Pattaya Enforces Strict Odd-Even Rule

[webfact]

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Pattaya officials are stepping up their efforts to curb traffic congestion and reclaim pedestrian walkways by strictly enforcing the odd-even parking rule on South Pattaya Road. From 3rd February onwards, parking on this busy 850-metre stretch—spanning from Pattaya Third Road's Communications Intersection to the Wat Chaimongkol Intersection—is restricted on alternating odd and even dates, between 11:00 AM and 11:00 PM.

 

To ensure compliance with these regulations, the city has stationed 12 officers per shift to oversee this bustling area. Drivers caught flouting the rules will face immediate consequences, including fines and wheel clamping.

 

Despite these rules, some tourists and locals seem unaware of the system, primarily due to insufficient English signage. A foreign visitor expressed frustration, remarking, "I don't see English signs!" The lack of clearly visible or multilingual signs has led to misunderstandings, with many drivers parking illegally, unaware of the regulations.

Authorities have been employing wheel clamps and issuing fines in their efforts to deter unauthorised parking. The fines are set to help encourage a more structured order on the roads and lessen congestion. Offenders must remember that getting your car unclamped can be a costly affair, with fines reaching up to 2,000 Thai Baht.

 

To tackle this issue, authorities are advising visitors and residents to consider alternative parking solutions. Options include public car parks, designated beachside zones, and park-and-ride services, which are all initiatives aimed at easing the traffic woes while helping preserve the walkways for pedestrian use.

 

City officials stress the importance of abiding by local traffic laws and parking regulations, not only to avoid penalties but more importantly, to contribute to the collective well-being of the community. They urge both residents and tourists to cooperate by parking responsibly and adhering to the odd-even rule.

 

For those sceptical of the system’s efficacy, it’s worth noting that organised parking not only prevents gridlocks but also makes for a safer and more pleasant experience on Pattaya’s roads.

 

The city hopes that through collective obedience and understanding, it can pave the way toward a smoother, more efficient flow of traffic, benefitting all road users and maintaining easy access for pedestrians, reported Pattaya Mail.

 

-- 2025-02-24

 

 

[JoePai]

remarking, "I don't see English signs!" 

 

555 what a muppet

[pattjock]

The police should also enforce the white-yellow/white-red curbs no parking and no stopping areas in the rest of the city.

[edwardflory]

I would think, because of the international status / nature of Pattaya, signage ( words ) should be in at least 3 languages.  Thai, English, Chinese - at least on Beach Road - time numbers are almost universally understood.  Add a no parking graphic between the wording and the numbers.

[spidermike007]

I certainly don't see anything wrong with this it sounds like the RTP are actually doing their jobs. 

 

Reading signposts on a street when you're parking is just part of thriving and surviving in contemporary society, those that don't do it are subject to penalties. I like the tire boot a lot more than the fine because it results in a lot more hassle for the ignorant person who did the parking. 

[bkk6060]

4 minutes ago, edwardflory said:

I would think, because of the international status / nature of Pattaya, signage ( words ) should be in at least 3 languages.  Thai, English, Chinese - at least on Beach Road - time numbers are almost universally understood.  Add a no parking graphic between the wording and the numbers.

No money in that.

[richard_smith237]

10 minutes ago, spidermike007 said:

I certainly don't see anything wrong with this it sounds like the RTP are actually doing their jobs. 

 

Reading signposts on a street when you're parking is just part of thriving and surviving in contemporary society, those that don't do it are subject to penalties. I like the tire boot a lot more than the fine because it results in a lot more hassle for the ignorant person who did the parking. 

 

I agree....  

 

But none of this will matter when in two weeks all of this is forgotten and the Police go back to their AC booths and office.....   after all, this is hard work !!!...

...  Then everyone will go back to the usually state of ingnoring all rules and doing what they want and the BiB thinking they've tried hard enough already... 

 

None of these initiatives every work without consistent all year round enforcement....  rather than these 'weeklong' crackdowns... 

[CallumWK]

I noticed in the past few weeks they also added a lot more red/white curbs, thereby limiting available parking spaces even more. Add to that the parking spaces occupied by rental bikes and cars, and it is very difficult to find a parking space.

 

3 hours ago, webfact said:

authorities are advising visitors and residents to consider alternative parking solutions. Options include public car parks

 

Maybe build them first?

[Nickcage49]

Another great article.

 

Something is missing, what is the "odd even rule"???