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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 Russie 2 Autoroute 3 Zone résidentielle 4 Zone 5 Limitation de vitesse 6 Chemin piéton 7 Piste cyclable 8 Pont 9 Ralentisseur 10 Circulation à sens unique 11 Voie de bus 12 Arrêt de bus 13 Panneau Stop 14 Cédez le passage 15 Rond-point 16 Route prioritaire 17 Priorité sur la circulation venant en sens inverse 18 Cédez le passage à la circulation venant en sens inverse 19 Passage pour piétons 20 Passage à niveau 21 Direction obligatoire 22 Zone scolaire 23 Dépassement 24 Traversée d’animaux 25 Chaussée glissante 26 Virage 27 Circulation à contresens 28 Travaux routiers 29 Limitation de hauteur 30 Feux de circulation 31 Feux pour piétons 32 Marquages routiers 33 Permis de conduire 34 Repère de localisation 35 Balises de compte à rebours 36 Téléphone d’urgence 37 Stationnement 38 Arrêt interdit 39 Stationnement pour personnes handicapées 40 Marche arrière 41 État de la chaussée 42 Permis provisoire 43 Issue de secours 44 Limite d’agglomération 45 Attraction touristique 46 Klaxon 47 Plaque d’immatriculation 48 Station de recharge 49 Cycliste 50 Cyclomoteur 51 Moto 52 Autobus 53 Police 54 Ambulance 55 Taxi 56 Nid-de-poule 57 Chemin 58 Particules 59 Pollution de l’air 60 Intersection 61 Heure de pointe 62 Code de la route 63 Caniveau 64 Vélo cargo 65 Véhicule forestier 66 Véhicule de chantier 67 Ensemble semi-remorque 68 Trolleybus 69 Speed pedelec 70 Véhicule de livraison 71 Moteur au ralenti 72 Dépanneuse 73 Quatre roues motrices 74 Vélo 75 Équipement de moto 76 Tram 77 Train 78 Voie ferrée 79 Caravane 80 Remorque 81 Attelage 82 Camion de pompiers 83 Sirène 84 Convoi 85 Feux des véhicules d’urgence 86 Machines agricoles 87 Vélo électrique 88 Véhicule électrique 89 Pedelec 90 Quadricycle 91 Voiturette 92 Véhicule tout-terrain 93 Fourgonnette 94 Véhicule de loisirs 95 Scooter 96 Trikke 97 Engin de déplacement personnel 98 Skateboard 99 Segway 100 Trottinette ...