Parking lot layout advice from the pros

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by CirrusCentral, Jul 22, 2026.

  1. CirrusCentral

    CirrusCentral Bobtail Member

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    I’m in the design phase of a new truck parking yard in California and would really appreciate some feedback from drivers who park every day.

    The yard is intended primarily for local monthly parking, not overnight or daily truck stop parking. The goal is to build a clean, premium facility that’s easy to get in and out of. The layout is a simple rectangle with one center drive aisle and 90° parking on both sides.

    Current dimensions are:
    • 14 ft wide stalls
    • 73 ft from the drive aisle to the rear curb
    • Approximately 9 ft from the rear curb to the fence (for trailer overhang)
    • 70 ft center drive aisle

    Questions:

    1. Based on these dimensions, would this feel like a standard truck parking lot or one that’s easier to maneuver?
    1. Would you consider a 70 ft drive aisle comfortable for backing into 90° spaces?
    1. If you were paying for a parking space, what design features make a yard feel “premium” and worth paying more for?
    1. Looking at these dimensions, is there anything you’d change?

    I’m trying to build something drivers actually enjoy using, so I’d really appreciate honest feedback from people with real-world experience. Thanks!
     
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  3. Mr Uturn

    Mr Uturn Light Load Member

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    If I could have my way.
    I would have straight back in's, or pull thru's.
    Each spot would have a fence on both side and over head.
    With a gate in front, if it was a back in spot. A gate in front and back if it was a pull in spot.
    24 hour access, with security.
    OR cameras covering all sides of the parking area.

    Where I park at home now, is set up l
    sorta like that.
    It doesnt have fenced in stalls.
    It has cement blocks defing each spot. With stacked cement blocks to back up against.
    The trailer back doors cant be opened, with out pulling the trailer forward.
     
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