Decision details

The proposal is to extend the existing controlled parking zone (Zone G) to include roads in the Folkestone Harbour area as shown in appendix 1. This report explains the findings of the recent public consultation for the proposed extension, and makes recommendations that reflect the responses received. 

DECISION:

1.        To receive and note Report C/20/29.

2.        That subject to statutory consultations on a proposed traffic regulation order (TRO), parking controls are progressed in the roads shown in appendix 1.

3.        That the draft TRO includes restrictions for the rest of Tram Road, Dover Road (between Martello Road and Southern Way), Grove Road, Abbott Road, Morrison Road, Ormond Road, Folly Road, Rossendale Gardens and Rossendale Road, in light of the recent petition received for the inclusion of these roads.

4.        That the proposed TRO include ‘permit holders only’ parking in all but Dover Road in order to maximise parking for residents.

5.        That shared use parking and 1 hour free limited waiting spaces are proposed for Dover Road to enable parking for customers visiting local shops.

6.        That the hours of operation for the permit restrictions replicate Zone G, Monday to Sunday (including bank holidays), 8am -8pm.

7.        That each household or business be restricted to a maximum of two resident or business permits.

8.        That the number of residents’ visitors’ permits per household be limited to 50 in any year, but this limit be extended in exceptional circumstances.

9.        That residents and businesses with more than one car be entitled to buy a shared permit for the number of vehicles registered to them.

10.     That the fees for permits and eligibility criteria replicate current arrangements for existing scheme as follows:

Residents’ Permit                                          £30 per year

Additional resident permit                          £30 per year

Shared Resident permit                              £30 per year

Resident Visitor permit                                £5.20 per 5 sessions

Business permit                                            £60 per year

Replacement lost or stolen permit           £5.20

Special permit (Health & care workers)   Free

Eligibility criteria:

I. Resident permit

a) The applicant’s usual place of residence should be in the CPZ

b) The vehicle is either a passenger vehicle or a goods vehicle of a height less than 3.2 metres (10ft 6ins) and length less than 6.5 metres (21ft 4ins) a gross weight not exceeding 5 tonnes.

II.     Resident visitor permits

             Applicant’s usual place of residence should be in the CPZ

III. Business permit

a) The business operates from an address within the CPZ

b) The vehicle is essential for the efficient operation of the business

11.     That a proposed amendment traffic regulation order be advertised as soon as possible for the implementation of the recommended parking controls, and that the Transportation Specialist reports back to the Cabinet Member, if there are any objections.

12.     That a full review of the extended area be carried out 12 months after implementation.

Reasons for decision:

The Cabinet Member for Housing, Transport and special projects is asked to agree the recommendations set out below because:

a)           The area has been affected by long-term commuter parking problems and an extension of the CPZ (Zone G) to include further roads will help address the issues residents are experiencing.

b)           The responses received indicate a majority of respondents are in favour of parking controls to be introduced.