Traffic & Transit

Nonprofit Creates Tool To Report Obstructions Directly To Philadelphia Parking Authority

From a smartphone, people can take a photo, follow the prompts and then submit the violation.

(CBS Philadelphia)

July 16, 2025

It's getting even easier to report cars blocking crosswalks, loading zones and bike lanes in Philadelphia with a new tool from nonprofit Philly Bike Action.

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The nonprofit created a new tool called Laser Vision where people can report sidewalk, crosswalk and bike lane parking obstructions directly to the Philadelphia Parking Authority's Mobility Access Violation form, the website said.

Philly Bike Action said the tool will help make the streets and sidewalks safer and more accessible.

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