Frequently Asked Questions: Parking
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Parking FAQs
Q: Parking Enforcement - How do I know if I have parked illegally?
Q: Parking Enforcement - If I do get a Parking Ticket what do I do?
Q: Parking Enforcement - Who benefits from the changes?
Q: Vehicular Crossings - What is a vehicle crossing?
The Council's Policy since 1997 is that a minimum area is required within the boundaries of a dwelling to enable an average car to be parked clear of the highway. In some cases, for reasons of safety, additional space may be required within the property boundaries to enable the vehicle to be manoeuvred so as to leave and rejoin the highway in a forward gear.
Q: Vehicular Crossings - What is the maximum size of a crossing that I can have constructed?
Q: Vehicular Crossings - How do I apply for planning approval?
Q: Vehicular Crossings - What information is required on an Application form?
Q: Vehicular Crossings - What is the approximate cost of a new crossing?
Q: Vehicular Crossings - Are any other costs involved?
Q: Vehicular Crossings - How can I pay?
Q: Vehicular Crossings - Can I pay for the quotation by instalments?
Q: Vehicular Crossings - What do I do if my premises is a Council property?
Q: Vehicular Crossings - What do I do if I am not the freehold owner of the property?
Q: Vehicular Crossings - What happens once I accept the quotation and forward the payment in full?
Q: Vehicular Crossings - What else must I do?
Q: Vehicular Crossings - How long will it take for the crossing to be provided?
Q: Vehicular Crossings - What if I do not comply with the Conditions?
Q: Vehicular Crossings - Is construction work completed in one day?
Q: Vehicular Crossings - What if I decide to cancel my application?