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No stopping
NOH STOP-ing
Local meaning
The most restrictive common curb rule, prohibiting waiting, passenger pickup or drop-off, and loading or unloading property during the posted time.
A no-stopping sign means the vehicle should not stop in the regulated area except when traffic conditions, police direction, or an emergency legally requires it. It is stricter than both no standing and no parking.
Example in context
- “The driver continued to the next block because the curb was marked no stopping.”
How it is used
Official New York City traffic-rule language.
neutral, legal, practical
driving, curb signs, traffic enforcement, pickup planning
Official New York City traffic-rule language.
Check sign arrows, hours, days, and nearby rules. A momentary convenience stop can still violate a no-stopping restriction.
Spelling and scope
Official New York City traffic-rule language.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you pick up a passenger at a no-stopping sign?
No. Passenger pickup and drop-off are not allowed during the posted restriction.
Which NYC curb restriction is strictest?
No stopping is stricter than no standing and no parking.
Read next
All words →Evidence and further reading
These sources support the regional association, dictionary sense, or broader spread. The entry remains open to correction from New York speakers and qualified reviewers.
- Parking RegulationsNew York City Department of Transportation
Official table distinguishing no stopping, no standing, and no parking restrictions in New York City.