There must always be a regulation for road markings (with a few exceptions). The markings on public roads are applied by the Service Unit Road Administration - Ground markings authorityService Unit Road traffic and road law) in accordance with the ordinance, if applicable.
Can I suggest or have removed a protective path or additional markings?
If you have any questions or concerns about existing road markings or would like road markings on the public road, please contact Service Unit Road traffic and road law
Please note that the authority is bound by rules and guidelines when ordering markings. New safety paths ("crosswalks"), for example, require minimum numbers of pedestrians and vehicles as well as standard-compliant lighting and spaces for people to stand on both sides of the road. In the case of heavy traffic or wide carriageways, traffic signals (traffic lights) or the installation of traffic islands (central islands) are also required.
Am I allowed to install road markings on my private property?
Ground markings within the meaning of the Road Traffic Act (e.g. protective path, restricted area, etc.) may only be placed on private (generally accessible) areas if there is an order from the authorities, unless the areas cannot even be used by pedestrians. As soon as pedestrian traffic is at least possible and permitted, a traffic area is subject to the Road Traffic Act (Stvo). The unauthorized installation of road markings is punishable by law.
So if you would like to install a ground marking, e.g. a yellow line, in your driveway, please contact the Road Traffic and Road Law Department for permission.
Am I allowed to apply floor markings myself?
The unauthorized installation of road markings is punishable by law. If, for example, you want to mark a private parking space at the side of the road, use a rectangular sign with a no parking symbol and an addition such as "private" or "action for disturbance of property" instead of a white hatched "restricted area".
For approval of a ground marking, please contact the Service Unit Road traffic and road law
When are road markings refreshed?
Road markings on public roads are refreshed annually by the Road Administration Department. This can only be done when the temperature is above zero. If you would like to report that road markings need to be refreshed, please contact Service Unit Road Administration
Who are my contacts?
- Approval of floor markings: Service Unit Road traffic and road law
- Refreshing of ground markings: Service Unit Road Administration - Ground markings..