Securing the 'Prime Spot' at the Shared Entrance...
Using Unregistered Motorcycles to Park Vehicles
"Can't Even Report It, Feeling Frustrated"
A resident who parked a motorcycle without a license plate to reserve a 'kkul jari (prime spot)' near the main entrance of a shared building has become the subject of public criticism.
A motorcycle parked in place of a car to secure the 'prime spot' at the apartment's main entrance. [Photo by Online Community]
On the 8th, a post titled "Reserving a Parking Spot with a Motorcycle Without a Plate" was uploaded to an online community. The author, Mr. A, who lives in the villa in question, began by saying, "What I had only seen on social media actually happened."
Mr. A explained the situation, saying, "I'm having a hard time because a resident blocks parking spots during the day with a motorcycle without a plate to keep a convenient parking spot for their own car," and added, "Since the motorcycle is not in use, I can't report it, and it’s really frustrating to see."
In the photos shared by Mr. A, a black motorcycle occupies one parking space. Normally, motorcycles, like passenger cars, must have license plates, but the motorcycle in the photo does not have one. The parking spot where the motorcycle is parked leads directly to the main entrance, making the route convenient, and since there is only one parking space, it is a 'kkul jari' with less risk of damage such as door dings when neighboring vehicles park.
Mr. A said, "I'm even considering getting a motorcycle to park next to it," and asked for opinions, saying, "Since two-wheelers are subject to a reporting system, if they are not operated, it is said that they cannot be reported even without a license plate. I'm very angry and want to know if there is any way to punish this."
Netizens who read the story responded with comments such as, "I can't believe I live in the same place as someone like that," "A selfish person only looking out for themselves," "If it were me, I would buy a motorcycle and park it next to that person," "Just push it away when parking and add compensation," and "Just reading this makes me furious."
There are no penalties or fines for 'reserving a parking spot.' However, in the case of common areas, it is impossible for someone to monopolize usage. If someone monopolizes the parking lot and causes damage to other vehicle owners, legal action can be taken under the Act on the Ownership and Management of Buildings.
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