New parking rules taking effect in San Francisco this week: Here's what to know

SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- New rules about parking are coming to San Francisco, and pretty soon, drivers could start getting tickets.

It's because of a change to the state's "daylighting" law, which prohibits parking within 20 feet of any crosswalk.

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Starting Monday, drivers parked too close to an intersection will receive warnings.

Then, beginning in January, $40 fines will be handed out.

While the new rule will eliminate thousands of parking spaces in the city, officials say the goal is to improve pedestrian safety.