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3. 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.

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1 Espagne 2 Autoroute 3 Zone résidentielle 4 Zone 5 Limitation de vitesse 6 Piste cyclable 7 Avertissement piétons 8 Tunnel 9 Route à péage 10 Quai 11 Pente 12 Impasse 13 Panneau Stop 14 Cédez le passage 15 Rond-point 16 Rétrécissement de chaussée 17 Passage pour piétons 18 Passage à niveau 19 Zone scolaire 20 Dépassement 21 Traversée d’animaux 22 Chaussée glissante 23 Chutes de pierres 24 Virage 25 Travaux routiers 26 Limitation de hauteur 27 Barrières sélectives 28 Feux de circulation 29 Avertissement de feux de circulation 30 Feux pour piétons 31 Permis de conduire 32 Repère de localisation 33 Balises de compte à rebours 34 Miroir routier 35 Frontière internationale 36 Passage souterrain pour piétons 37 Itinéraire cyclable 38 Stationnement 39 Stationnement interdit 40 Stationnement pour personnes handicapées 41 Marche arrière 42 Permis provisoire 43 Limite d’agglomération 44 Plaque d’immatriculation 45 Station de recharge 46 Dangers 47 Piéton 48 Cycliste 49 Autobus 50 Police 51 Ambulance 52 Norme européenne d’émissions 53 Nid-de-poule 54 Chemin 55 Particules 56 Pollution de l’air 57 Heure de pointe 58 Code de la route 59 Caniveau 60 Débris sur la route 61 Vélo cargo 62 Véhicule forestier 63 Véhicule de chantier 64 Ensemble semi-remorque 65 Trolleybus 66 Speed pedelec 67 Véhicule de livraison 68 Moteur au ralenti 69 Dépanneuse 70 Quatre roues motrices 71 Accès interdit à tous les véhicules 72 Vélo 73 Équipement de moto 74 Tram 75 Voie ferrée 76 Caravane 77 Remorque 78 Attelage 79 Camion de pompiers 80 Sirène 81 Convoi 82 Feux des véhicules d’urgence 83 Machines agricoles 84 Vélo électrique 85 Véhicule électrique 86 Pedelec 87 Quadricycle 88 Voiturette 89 Véhicule tout-terrain 90 Fourgonnette 91 Véhicule de loisirs 92 Scooter 93 Trikke 94 Engin de déplacement personnel 95 Skateboard 96 Segway 97 Trottinette 98 Patins à roulettes 99 Facteur 100 Auto-stoppeur ...