Disabled people - parking bays

Traffic Engineering

Development and implementation of policies relating to the supply of parking places for people with disabilities.

Many disabled people living and working in the Borough rely on the private car as a main mode of transport. The ease with which they can reach their intended destination is largely dependent upon the ability to park close to that destination. The availability of conveniently located designated disabled parking at key destinations is therefore essential.

Parking pressure in some residential roads is high, largely due to an increase in car ownership. This in turn causes parking difficulties for blue badge holders who are unable to park close to their homes. The Council will consider applications for disabled bays in residential roads from blue badge holders who satisfy certain qualification criteria. This service is provided free of charge to the applicant. The Council receives a high demand for this service and the qualification criteria have been introduced to ensure that only the most needy are considered.

Eligibility
To qualify for a disabled parking bay, you must first hold a valid Blue Badge and:

• Demonstrate a genuine need for the bay requested.
• Not have access to private parking within or near the premises.

Required Customer Information
To qualify for a dedicated badge holder's parking bay, you must hold a valid blue badge and:

• Receive the higher rate mobility component of the disability living allowance.
• Drive your own car or nominate a carer who drives you and resides at your address.
• Have no access to private parking.
• Provide copies of your driving licence and vehicle registration documents showing your name and address (showing you are a local resident).

If you do not receive a qualifying allowance because you are of retirement age, your mobility impairment will need to be assessed by an occupational therapist appointed by the Council.

Service Level Agreement and Turnaround
An application will take a minimum of 3 months to process.

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Traffic and Transportation Services
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Enfield
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