Permit terms and conditions

Seafront permit

These terms and conditions apply to Seafront Permits issued by Southend-on-Sea City Council and are designed to ensure the scheme is protected for those entitled.

Eligibility criteria

The following table sets out who can apply for a Seafront Permit, and in what circumstances it is valid for use.

Eligibility Criteria Acceptable Evidence
Own or lease either a beach hut or a business along the seafront. Only one permit per property. Proof of ownership or lease of a beach hut or business on the seafront e.g deeds, a lease or contract.
Member, employee or volunteer of an approved organisation operating at the seafront, where vehicle is required for emergency purposes or functions of the agreed organisation. Letter on business headed paper of the approved organisation, setting out why the permit is required, and confirming the applicant is eligible.
Member of a recognised club or association based at the seafront. Letter on business headed paper of a recognised club or association confirming the membership status of the applicant, A licence issued by Southend-on-Sea City Council.

Application

  • proof of eligibility - acceptable documents include:
    • proof of ownership or lease - a document confirming ownership or lease of a beach hut or business on the seafront, such as deeds, a lease agreement, or contract
    • approved organisation letter - a letter on the business's headed paper from an approved organisation, explaining why the permit is required and confirming the applicant's eligibility (dated within the last 12 months)
    • club or association membership - a letter on the official headed paper of a recognised club or association confirming the applicant's membership status, along with a licence issued by Southend-on-Sea City Council (dated within the last 12 months)
  • the appropriate permit fee must be paid, as per the Council’s Fees and Charges
  • it is the permit holder’s responsibility to renew their permit before it expires. Renewal reminders may be sent as a courtesy but are not guaranteed

Vehicle type

  • The permit must only be used for:
    • passenger vehicle (maximum 8 passengers, excluding driver)
    • road legal motorcycle, tricycle or quad bike
    • light goods vehicle
    • built-in camper van (not detachable caravan)
  • overall vehicle height must not exceed 2.3 metres, and length must not exceed 5.5 metres
  • must fit entirely within a marked bay (if present) without overhanging

Use

  • a permit is valid only in listed locations, no concessions are made for any other location.

Seafront Permit (Zone 1)

  • Eastern Esplanade Car Park (formerly Gas Works)
  • Fairheads Green Car Park
  • Seaway Car Park
  • Shorefield Road Car Park
  • Thorpe Esplanade Car Park
  • Western Esplanade (on-street)

Seafront Permit (Zone 3)

  • Belton Gardens North Car Park
  • Belton Gardens South Car Park
  • Leigh Foundry Car Park
  • Leigh Marshes Car Park
  • Shoebury Common North Car Park
  • Shoebury Common South Car Park
  • Shoebury East Beach Car Park
  • Victoria Wharf High Street Car Park
  • having a permit does not guarantee a parking space. Parking spaces are available on a first come, first served basis, and some parking locations may be at full capacity at the desired time of use
  • the following are prohibited when parked in the permit zone:
    • selling or offering vehicles for sale
    • buying or selling goods or services
    • using the vehicle for accommodation, including sleeping, camping, or cooking
    • carrying out commercial activities in or around the vehicle
  • vehicle must be in roadworthy condition, fully on its wheels with tyres properly inflated. Vehicles that are jacked up or have deflated tyres will be considered non-compliant
  • permit holders may request cancellation at any time. Refunds are issued on a pro-rata basis for each full remaining calendar month, minus an administration fee. No refunds will be offered if less than one full calendar month remains

Validity

  • any person using the Permit fraudulently, incorrectly or contravening any other parking contravention will be liable to a Penalty Charge Notice
  • permits are vehicle specific. A new application must be made if the registered vehicle changes
  • permits will be cancelled if the permit holder no longer owns the vehicle
  • no refunds will be issued for permits cancelled due to misuse or breach of terms
  • permits are issued at the Council’s discretion and remain its property. They may be withdrawn at any time
  • if an application is unsuccessful or a permit is cancelled, the vehicle may be subject to enforcement

Declaration

  • by submitting an application, the applicant agrees to all terms and conditions of use
  • knowingly providing false or forged information is a criminal offence. The Council may prosecute if fraud is identified

Data Protection

  • the Council will use personal data in line with the policy for General Data Protection Regulations, pursuant to administration of this scheme

Review

  • the Council reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions after giving notice to the permit holder of not less than 28 days
  • the Council reserves the right to revise, withdraw, cease or introduce any parking permit type at any time
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