Parking in front of access to property

Updates

• Thank you for raising your concerns I can confirm that we have passed on your feedback to our contractor who will endeavour to factor in the location into their patrols when possible and enforce where necessary. It must be noted that our Civil Enforcement Officers (CEOs) may only issue a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) if a vehicle is parked in contravention of restrictions in place covered by a valid traffic regulation order. If a vehicle is parked dangerously but not parked in contravention of a restriction, then regrettably our CEO’s would be unable to assist and dangerous parking must be reported to Northamptonshire Police who would be able to assist with dangerously parked vehicles. I would however explain that when a vehicle is observed parked on a double yellow lines restriction the CEOs must allow a 5-minute observation period before issuing a PCN. We often find that the motorist returns during this short period and a PCN cannot be issued. Due to the geographical area our enforcement officers cover it is not possible to remain in one location for a prolonged periods and there will always be occasions where vehicles will park in contravention of the restrictions in place without receiving a PCN. It is however hoped that their increased presence makes a noticeable difference in the future as whilst issuing a PCN does not immediately resolve the parking issues described as we cannot remove vehicles, it is hoped that drivers will refrain from parking in contravention on future visits.

  State changed to: Closed

  Posted by West Northamptonshire Council at 14:48, Friday 5 December 2025