Keep helmets away from heat and sunlight when not in use. In order to maintain a safe and orderly cycling environment, all local and state laws pertaining to bicyclists are strictly enforced in Davis. Both the City and University employ bike officers and other personnel who enforce ordinances regulating bicycle operation, parking and equipment. Parking Bicycle parking is strictly regulated in Davis, especially at the University. The best rule of thumb whenever you're unsure of what is a legal bike parking area is to lock your bike at a bike rack or other specific bike parking device.
State law prohibits parking bikes on side-walks where they obstruct pedestrian traffic.
Bikes may only be locked to bike parking devices. These do not include trees, poles, railings, fences, signs, etc. Bikes may not be parked in buildings, except for assigned residence hall rooms or assigned, departmentally approved workplaces such as offices or labs. Illegally parked bikes may be impounded or cited and their owners subjected to fines and any required storage or licensing fees. It is prohibited by ordinance in the downtown Davis central traffic district and on the University except in those few areas where no parallel roadway or bike path exists.