In a city like Mexico City, parking on the street can be problematic. It might be tempting to park in front of the access to the garage of a house or apartment building. Some residents will place a barrier... an old tire, a tree stump or a bucket filled with cement... on the street in front of the garage door. Yes, it is inconvenient to move the barrier every time you want to leave or enter your garage, but it will keep others from blocking your access. More often, a sign saying "No estacionarse" (No parking) or an "E" with a slash through it will be placed on the garage door. More threatening signs that I have seen many times are... "Respeta mi entrada y yo respeta su auto" (Respect my entrance and I will respect your car) and "Se ponchan llantas gratis" (Tires flattened for free). A few days ago on one of my walks, I saw this emphatic sign...
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