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Last chance to have your say on parking issues in Lewisham

Last chance to have your say on parking issues in Lewisham

Yahoo10-06-2025
Residents and businesses have until next week to share their views on parking and pavement safety issues in a new consultation.
The survey is part of phase three of Lewisham Council's Sustainable Streets programme and covers around 60 per cent of the borough.
The survey asks people what they think about parking issues in some or all of the following wards: Bellingham, Catford South, Crofton Park, Deptford, Downham, Forest Hill, Grove Park, Hither Green, Ladywell, New Cross Gate, Perry Vale, and Sydenham.
Local people have until Monday, June 16 to share their perspective via an online survey.
The survey will help shape changes that aim to enhance Lewisham's streets.
Controlled parking zones (CPZs) are a key feature of the Sustainable Streets programme.
The consultation will take place in two stages.
In the first stage, people can identify parking issues in their neighbourhood and propose ideas for improvement.
If the feedback indicates significant local parking pressures, the council will develop proposals for Controlled Parking Zones (CPZs) and other measures such as cycle storage and parking, electric vehicle charging points, or more street trees, and consult residents on the proposed plans before any final decisions are made.
To improve safety and visibility at junctions, double yellow lines and junction protection markings will be introduced.
However, if no wider parking concerns are raised, these are likely to be the only changes made.
All money generated from parking permits is reinvested back into the local area, funding transport and highways improvements.
These improvements include subsidised Freedom Passes for older and disabled people.
Residents and businesses in the consultation areas are encouraged to participate in the online survey by June 16, 2024.
Depending on the type of vehicle, residential parking permits in the borough will range from £85 to £158 per year.
This facelift is aimed at decreasing unnecessary car use and is part of the borough's response to the climate emergency.
It also contributes towards improving air quality and quality of life for residents.
For the first year after the introduction of new CPZs, a 15 per cent discount will be given to residents and businesses.
This means most drivers would pay between £7.08 and £13.17 per month.
Lewisham Council, in its bid to promote a more inclusive parking policy, also allows eligible residents to apply for a visitor parking permit or a disabled parking permit.
Visitor permits allow guests to park in resident bays within CPZs.
Disabled resident permits are free, valid for 12 months, and allow parking in any resident, dual, or triple use bay across the borough.
It is noteworthy that housing estate residents get lower parking costs, with a 75 per cent discount in the first year and 50 per cent in subsequent years.
Councillor Krupski, Deputy Mayor and Cabinet Member for Environment, Transport and Climate Action emphasised the importance of involving residents in this programme.
He said: "It's vital that we work closely with residents and listen to their experiences - whether they're finding it hard to park near their home, are concerned about pavement safety, or want greener, more accessible streets.
"This programme is all about listening to local people.
"By working together, we can shape changes that really meet the needs of each area.
"We're committed to cutting down on car journeys in Lewisham and encouraging more walking, cycling and public transport.
"That means better air quality, safer roads and healthier, more welcoming streets for everyone."
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