I live in a condo community and they had 3 speed bumps in the beginning of the lot, in which the first (if your coming) or the last speed bump (if your leaving) is placed on a hill so it is hard for my car to make it over with out the car studdering over the bump or I have a hard time getting over the bump slowly although if I give it too much gas my car bottoms out on it. . that was the first issue. . the second issue is now they added 3 more that are "violent" in the best words thats how i'll describe the new speed bumps . . Now is there any laws that state how far away each speed bump can be placed and is there a law that permits the height of the bump? Also you should know I live in Worcester, Massachusetts . .I would really like to address this issue with the condo association promptly so any laws or advice about this would be greatly appreciated. .I'm starting to be concerned with my car!! thanks
2007-05-10 02:11:05 · 3 answers · asked by tluckie313 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
Talk to your insurance company, and ask them if who would be responsible if your car was damaged by a speed bump that is too high. I already know the answer. Bring that up at the next condo meeting.
Keep in mind that the damage was caused at a crawl speed.
2007-05-10 07:12:09 · answer #1 · answered by CGIV76 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Speed bumps (also known as speed humps or pavement undulations) are often requested because they are perceived as a quick and effective solution to speeding.
They are intended to be uncomfortable to drive over if they are crossed over at higher speeds. However, speed bumps may present a potential hazard to all vehicles and an immediate danger to motorcyclists and emergency vehicles.
But, as you mention in your question, you live in a condominium community which is private property therefore the speed bumps are there by the owners decision to reduce the chances of a pedestrian being struck by a speeding vehicle.
My suggestion is either slow down to avoid "if I give it too much gas my car bottoms out on it" or ask the condominium manager to consider slightly shorter speed bumps.
Best wishes!
2007-05-10 09:24:18 · answer #2 · answered by KC V ™ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You are right to be concerned - you can do serious damage to a car like that.
Personally, I would either buy or borrow a large sledgehammer from someone, and go 'modify' their speed bumps to take care of the problem.
If you aren't physically capable of doing this - then ask around and see if you can find someone.
2007-05-10 09:15:36 · answer #3 · answered by Joe M 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋