I've lived in the building for seven years and never witnessed this type of ticket. Care is always taken not to block the circular driveway, as handicapped people require close access to the doorway. Additionally, delivery men need to be able to pull in. For these reasons, we are very aware of vehicle placement. There are no lines on our side of the street which would indicate the apparently new restrictions. This 'extra' required space will cut down on the number of cars that fit in front of the building!
I have seen a cute little Smart Car owned by the New Westminster Engineering Department's Parking Services. It appears as if in order to pay for it, the Engineering Department is enforcing rules that are both silly and impractical. In fact to try to fit in the parallel spaces, drivers are going to be blocking the street for much more time while squeezing into the downsized area.
Lastly, if the $40 tickets aren't contested or paid within about five weeks then they're increased to $70! What type of business is allowed to function with such obvious bullying tactics? I dare say it'd be illegal. Shame on New Westminster's Parking Services.