From 5th November 2007 Stroud District Council took over responsibility for the enforcement of parking regulations from Gloucestershire Police on behalf of Gloucestershire County Council.
The changes were brought about by the need to help traffic to flow more freely, public transport to keep to timetables and deliveries to get to where they are meant to be on time. School children, pedestrians and cyclists will feel safer and have improved access with fewer vehicles parked on the pavement or blocking cycle routes.
The Council is putting a greater effort into keeping the streets clear of illegally parked vehicles. Civil Enforcement Officers have the responsibility of issuing penalty charge notices to people who ignore parking restrictions and park illegally.
If you have identified a problem which you feel could benefit from changes to existing parking rules (e.g. new yellow lines or parking bays) or you are aware of a fault with existing signs or lines please contact Gloucestershire Highways on: 08000 514514
parking@gloucestershire.gov.uk
Gloucestershire Police will retain the responsibility for enforcement of endorsable parking offences including vehicles causing an obstruction, parking on a footpath where there are no yellow lines in place, blocking access to driveways or businesses and dangerous parking on zebra/pelican crossings.
Please contact Gloucestershire Police on 0845 090 1234
The following guidance represents a basis for applying fairness and discretion in the enforcement and cancellation of Penalty Charge Notices.
The guidelines cover:
Each case is considered on its own merits. These guidelines are continually reviewed and revised if necessary.
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Discretion Guidance (PDF 216KB) - 25/08/2009
Annual report on parking enforcement in Gloucestershire County Council
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Parking Enforcement in Gloucestershire - Annual Report - April 2008 to March 2009 (PDF 1295KB) - 01/09/2009
If you would like further information about parking, or have a specific enquiry please contact:
Website: www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/parking
Email: parking@stroud.gov.uk
Telephone: 01453 76632
