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Parking Restrictions in LBH&F

Is it my imagination or are Parking Restriction Notices being put up too close to the date of the restriction coming into force?  I do not use my car on a regular basis, so do not always check once parked. I have received a ticket and I am sure the notice was not displayed with the statutory period beforehand.  I would be interested to hear of other residents' experiences.

C.Mowat ● 2918d2 Comments

I have been told that a minimum of 8 days' notice should be given, but cannot find confirmation of this.  It would be helpful to know, for future reference.I tried asking around, but no one could give a precise date as to when the notices were put up.  I am now on the alert for any more.

C.Mowat ● 2908d

Presumably you're referring to notices that warn of Suspensions of residents' parking bays?  You say that you're sure that the notice was not displayed "with the statutory period beforehand", but I don't think there is any statutory period for announcing bay suspensions.I'm not sure what LBHF's normal notice periods are, but Richmond for example say they normally give 3 full days' notice.  Most councils warn their residents to check for suspension signs frequently.I suggest that you ask other residents nearby if they remember when this particular suspension sign was put up.  If it appears that less than 5 days' notice was given, you should challenge the PCN.  You can do this online via the LBHF website.I don't normally visit the Hammersmith forum very often, but you can contact me at parking10@rjen.me.uk if you need further advice.

Richard Jennings ● 2917d