Objective 2: Policies D to F

The council will investigate and utilise smart parking technologies, including the provision of information to drivers regarding car park space availability.

Key points (Policy D):

• Designed to improve the parking experience by using smart technology to help to reduce the time spent searching for a parking space.
• Should help to reduce congestion, air pollution and carbon emissions.

The council will review the priority uses for kerbside space in locations where there are competing needs. At certain locations this will need flexible use across the day which could include:

• Private vehicle parking (to include varying user groups at different times)
• Drop off/pick up
• Loading/unloading/ deliveries to businesses

Key points (Policy E):

• There are multiple demands for kerbside space
• Greater consideration of changing requirements could improve efficiency and ease at key locations

The council will prioritise on-street parking in residential areas for local needs, and will keep permit arrangements, including the size and type of vehicle, the cost of permits, the size of the parking zone, and the number of permits allowed per household, under regular review.

Key points (Policy F)

• The limited parking availability in many residential areas of the city can be a pressing concern to residents
• The council will continue to consider residential parking zones where required
• Permit arrangements will be kept under review.