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4. Zone résidentielle

Une zone résidentielle est une rue ou un ensemble de rues où l’habitat et l’accès aux propriétés locales constituent les fonctions principales. Les conducteurs doivent s’attendre à rencontrer des piétons, cyclistes, enfants, véhicules stationnés et véhicules entrant ou sortant d’accès privés.

Certains pays signalent des zones résidentielles particulières et y appliquent des règles spéciales de faible vitesse ou d’espace partagé. La limitation de vitesse, les droits des piétons, les règles de stationnement et les usagers autorisés dépendent donc de la signalisation et de la réglementation locales.

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How can you recognise a residential area?

A residential area commonly contains homes, driveways, parked vehicles and local streets. It may also have special entrance signs, traffic-calming measures or shared road space, but its appearance and legal status differ between countries.

Is a residential area the same as a built-up area?

Not necessarily. A built-up area may include residential, commercial and industrial streets. A residential area is primarily associated with housing and local access and may form only one part of a larger built-up area.

Is every residential neighbourhood a legally designated residential zone?

No. In many countries, special residential-zone rules apply only where an official entrance sign is displayed. An ordinary neighbourhood may remain subject to the normal rules for the surrounding road or built-up area.

What is the speed limit in a residential area?

There is no universal residential-area speed limit. Some countries apply a very low limit in signposted residential or shared-space zones, while ordinary residential streets may follow the general built-up-area limit or a posted zone limit.

Do pedestrians have priority in a residential area?

The rights of pedestrians depend on the country and the type of residential area. In some signposted shared-space zones, pedestrians may use the whole road and drivers must give them special consideration. On ordinary residential streets, the normal pedestrian and crossing rules may apply.

May children play in a residential area?

Playing may be expressly permitted in certain legally designated residential or shared-space zones. This is not automatically allowed on every residential street. Drivers should nevertheless remain especially alert for children, who may enter the road unexpectedly.

Which road users may enter a residential area?

Residential areas are normally accessible to local motor traffic, cyclists and pedestrians, but additional signs may restrict certain vehicles or through traffic. A residential area is therefore not necessarily a pedestrian-only zone.

How should you drive in a residential area?

Drive at a speed that allows you to stop safely, watch both sides of the road and expect pedestrians, cyclists, children, pets and vehicles emerging from entrances. Leave enough space and avoid unnecessary acceleration, noise or aggressive overtaking.

May you overtake in a residential area?

Overtaking is not universally prohibited, but it may be restricted by local law, signs or road design. Even where it is permitted, drivers should not overtake when the limited space or presence of vulnerable road users makes it unsafe.

Where may you park in a residential area?

Follow the local parking signs, markings and general parking rules. Do not block entrances, pavements, crossings, sight lines or the passage of other road users. Special residential zones may permit parking only in designated spaces.

What is the difference between a residential area and a pedestrian zone?

Motor vehicles are normally still permitted in a residential area, although they may be subject to strict speed and parking rules. In a pedestrian zone, vehicle access is generally prohibited or limited to specific users, purposes or times.

1 Chine 2 Autoroute 3 Voie rapide 4 Zone résidentielle 5 Limitation de vitesse 6 Chemin piéton 7 Piste cyclable 8 Tunnel 9 Route à péage 10 Pente 11 Voie de bus 12 Arrêt de bus 13 Panneau Stop 14 Cédez le passage 15 Rond-point 16 Rétrécissement de chaussée 17 Passage pour piétons 18 Passage à niveau 19 Direction obligatoire 20 Interdiction de tourner 21 Zone scolaire 22 Chutes de pierres 23 Virage 24 Chevron 25 Circulation à contresens 26 Travaux routiers 27 Vent latéral 28 Limitation de hauteur 29 Limitation de poids 30 Panneau de contrôle radar 31 Priorité au prochain carrefour 32 Feux de circulation 33 Avertissement de feux de circulation 34 Feux pour piétons 35 Permis de conduire 36 Repère de localisation 37 Miroir routier 38 Stationnement 39 Stationnement interdit 40 Arrêt interdit 41 Stationnement pour personnes handicapées 42 Marche arrière 43 Demi-tour 44 Carrefour non réglementé 45 Permis provisoire 46 Issue de secours 47 Voie de détresse 48 Klaxon 49 Limite de charge par essieu 50 Station de recharge 51 Piéton 52 Moto 53 Voiture 54 Camion 55 Autobus 56 Police 57 Ambulance 58 Taxi 59 Signaux de police 60 Nid-de-poule 61 Chemin 62 Particules 63 Pollution de l’air 64 Heure de pointe 65 Code de la route 66 Caniveau 67 Vélo cargo 68 Véhicule forestier 69 Véhicule de chantier 70 Ensemble semi-remorque 71 Trolleybus 72 Speed pedelec 73 Véhicule de livraison 74 Moteur au ralenti 75 Dépanneuse 76 Quatre roues motrices 77 Vélo 78 Équipement de moto 79 Voie ferrée 80 Caravane 81 Remorque 82 Attelage 83 Camion de pompiers 84 Sirène 85 Convoi 86 Feux des véhicules d’urgence 87 Machines agricoles 88 Vélo électrique 89 Véhicule électrique 90 Pedelec 91 Quadricycle 92 Voiturette 93 Véhicule tout-terrain 94 Fourgonnette 95 Véhicule de loisirs 96 Scooter 97 Trikke 98 Engin de déplacement personnel 99 Skateboard 100 Segway ...