22 May 2012Whilst it may not be popular, parking enforcement and the associated parking penalties are an important part of managing the roads and car parks within the District.
Good on-street parking controls and restrictions can improve safety and reduce congestion. Effective management of car parks and on-street Pay & Display spaces can increase turnover in local businesses and help support the economic viability of the commercial and retail areas of the District.
New Parking Contraventions
At the beginning of December 2011, new parking rules came into force to deter drivers from blocking dropped kerbs and double parking.
The Council is taking the action as parking across dropped kerbs causes obstruction to pedestrians, especially those with mobility problems, and double parking often results in delays for other road users.
Dropped kerb enforcement applies to pavement crossings where the kerbstone has been lowered to make a gentle ramp for pedestrians, pushchairs or wheelchairs. It will not apply to dropped kerbs across driveways and access to property as this remains the responsibility of the police.
Double parking is when one vehicle is parked alongside another but it can also be where a vehicle is parked more than 50cm from the pavement, kerb or edge of the road.
The new rules will apply to all drivers, including Blue Badge holders, and the penalty for both offences will be £70, or £35 if paid within 14 days.
Leaflet Explaining New Parking Contraventions (
PDF File 249KB file details)
Annual Parking Report 2009-10
Local authorities undertaking parking enforcement are required to produce an annual report about their parking enforcement activities to provide relevant statistical and financial data. The report is intended to improve public understanding and acceptance of civil parking enforcement through greater transparency.
Annual Parking Report 2009-10 ( PDF File 506KB file details)
