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Annual Parking Report2009/2010

1 April 2009 to 31 March 2010

This is the first Annual Report produced by Impact Partnership inaccordance with Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council, to besubmitted for consideration to the Economy, Environment and TransportScrutiny Commission; in accordance with the Department of TransportsCivil Enforcement Operational Guidance to local Authorities.

Impact Partnership Mouchel, Agilisys and Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council working together to improvelife for local people by delivering excellent public services, physical regeneration and creating new jobs.

www.impactpartnership.com


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Contents

Introduction Page 3

The Rochdale Borough Page 4

Civil Parking Enforcement

The Background Page 5

Why Civil Parking Enforcement is necessary Page 6

How we enforce Page 6

Frequently asked questions Page 8

Appeals process Page 10

Summary of Penalty Charge Notices Page 10

The Blue Badge Scheme Page 12

Dispensations and Suspensions Page 12

Resident Parking Page 13

Parking Facilities Page 15

Contract Parking Page 16

Park Mark Page 17

Income and expenditure Page 17

Staff Page 18


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Introduction

I am pleased to present Rochdale Councils Parking Annual Report for 2009/2010.

The Borough is promoting a platform for change via the Rochdale Borough RenaissanceMasterplan which sets out a 15 years vision to become nationally recognised for the qualityof life offered to residents, visitors and employees so people will choose to come and live inRochdale. The Masterplan aspires to take full advantage of the Boroughs strategic location

and environmental assets to attract commercial and leisure investment. We aim to offer highquality living environments and excellent work opportunities and wide range leisure activities.Also to raise expectations in the quality of design of our buildings, town centers and openspaces for which the provision of parking forms an integral part.

Improving the local environment is the concept that lies at the heart of our vision. The scaleof the investment already coming on-stream, plus funding opportunities during the period ofthe Masterplan mean important regeneration catalysts can be developed and conditionscreated for increasing levels of private sector investment.

The Masterplan and Rochdale Transport Strategy aim to deliver radical improvements to thepublic transport network and connections within the Borough and with Greater Manchester

with park and ride provision at transport hubs a main priority. Good access and connectivityis crucial if the vision for the Borough is to be achieved. Improving access to the towncentres, employment sites and local services is vital as the Borough develops and redefinesits image.

The purpose of this report is to provide interesting information about the Rochdale Borough,along with why Civil Parking Enforcement is necessary and how we enforce the parkingrestrictions that are in place. The report also includes helpful information regarding how theappeals process works, along with providing statistical information on our parkingenforcement operations. Information relating to our Pay and Display Car Parks, Permits,Dispensations/Suspensions, the Blue Badge Scheme, Residents Parking and our back officestaff is also included.

One of the priorities of the Department of Transport is to ensure that the enforcement ofparking restrictions is transparent, consistent and fair. Rochdale Metropolitan BoroughCouncil works hard to ensure the Civil Parking Enforcement meets those criteria. Bypublishing our parking report annually, we aim to increase transparency and ensure that ourcustomers are aware of our dedication to improve the parking regime for the residents,businesses and visitors, of the Rochdale Borough.

I thank you for taking the time to read our first Parking Annual Report and hope that you findthe contents of the report both interesting and informative.

Councillor Liz Thirsk

Portfolio Holder - Highways and EngineeringSeptember 2010


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The Rochdale Borough

Rochdale Borough is the second largest, in area, of the 10 metropolitan boroughs that makeup Greater Manchester. It covers an area of 62 square miles, stretching from the north-eastern side of Manchester, to the Pennines and the borders of South Yorkshire. TheBorough was originally formed out of six independent local authorities in 1974 - Heywood,Littleborough, Middleton, Milnrow, Rochdale and Wardle.

Many years ago Rochdale was a major weaving district and the upper floors of cottages intowns like Wardle, Littleborough and Milnrow, still bear evidence of Weaver's windows,where cotton, and earlier wool, was woven. By Tudor times it had become an important areafor the manufacture of woolen cloth and by the eighteenth century, as steam power tookover in the new textile mills, the fast-flowing streams which ran down from the neighbouringPennine Hills made Rochdale, and its six towns, strategically placed to develop textileproduction into a fully mechanised and productive industry.

Although most of the mills have gone, remains of the era can still be seen with the existingmillponds, water channels and converted mill buildings. The River Roch which was pavedover to allow trams to be routed into the town, still runs beneath the town centre itself.

The Rochdale Borough today is a diverse and multi-cultural community with a population of206,500, which is expected to grow to 217,000 by 2021. There are four townships,Rochdale, Heywood, Pennines and Middleton, with Rochdale being the main town and theadministrative and commercial centre of the borough. There are a number of major premiseswithin the borough including one of the largest distribution centers in the North West, achemical processing plant, a football league ground and a prison. There are also 6,582 non-domestic rateable properties and 92 schools.

The borough has one of the busiest motorway networks in the UK. No point in the Boroughis more than three miles from a junction of the M66, M62, M627 or the Manchester OrbitalM60, giving access to the extensive system of motorways in the region and to the national

road network.The borough is also due to receive an extension of the Metrolink Light RailSystem with works already having commenced.

Rochdale is well known for being the birthplace of the singer (Gracie Fields) along with beingthe birthplace of the Co-operative Movement. The Pioneers Museum in Toad Lane stillwelcomes regional, national and international visitors of all ages.

One of Rochdales most recognisable buildings is the Town Hall which was completed inSeptember 1871. With its grand, imposing and elegant nature, along with how it dominatesthe approach to the town, it is considered to be one of the finest examples of its kind inEngland.

Rochdale Town Hall Hollingworth Lake

Another well known attraction within the borough is Hollingworth Lake. With its VisitorCentre, boating facilities, nature reserve, trails, events, guided walks, community arts,environmental exhibitions, play/picnic areas, it is very popular with residents and touristsalike.


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The Background

In 2003 Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council applied to the Secretary of State for powersto carry out Decriminalised Parking Enforcement (DPE), as of 4th July 2004. The applicationwas successful and the powers were awarded for enforcement in the Rochdale Borough.This meant that Rochdale MBC took over the responsibility for the enforcement of on streetand off street parking areas from the police.

The excluded highway is:i) The M60, M62 and M66 motorways for their entire length in Rochdale MBC, including

slip roads and roundabouts which are subject to motorway regulations.ii) The A627(M) for its entire length in Rochdale MBC, including slip roads and

roundabouts which are subject to motorway regulations.

The notices issued are no longer breaches of the criminal law enforceable through thecriminal justice system, but instead Penalty Charge Notices which are a civil debt owned by

the Authority. The transfer of powers also allows the Authority to be more responsive to thepublics needs and tackle the known problem areas.

On 31st March 2008, the parking related sections of Part 6 of the Traffic Management Act2004 were introduced and became effective. This changed the way in which parkingenforcement was managed. Under the new act, Decriminalised Parking Enforcement (DPE)became Civil Parking Enforcement (CPE) and Parking Attendants (PAs), became CivilEnforcement Officers (CEOs). In addition, all existing Permitted Parking Areas (PPAs),along with Special Parking Areas (SPAs), automatically became Civil Enforcement Areas(CEA).

One of the key changes of the act was the introduction of differential penalty charges to

reflect the severity of the contravention. Previously, a Penalty Charge Notice was 60.00,discounted to 30.00 if paid within 14 days. The Traffic Management Act 2004 allows thecharges of 70, discounted to 35 for the higher value contraventions e.g. yellow line waitingrestriction, and 50, discounted to 25 for the lower value contraventions e.g. parked withdisplaying a valid Pay and Display ticket.

The Traffic Management Act 2004 also enables Councils to carry out bus lane enforcementas well as issue Regulation 10 Penalty Charge Notices. This means that a Penalty ChargeNotice can be served through the post if a Civil Enforcement Officer is prevented fromissuing the notice either, through violence, threats, or from the vehicle being driven awayafter the Civil Enforcement Officer has commenced issue. Rochdale Council will beexercising Regulation 10 powers as from 1st September 2010.


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Why Civil Parking Enforcement is necessary

Whilst parking restrictions are rarely popular with motorists, without them there would besignificantly higher levels of congestion (even gridlock), frustration, stress and potentially anincrease in the number of accidents. Thoughtless drivers who leave vehicles parked onpavements or double yellow lines, block streets and cause danger to pedestrians and otherroad users who have to try and get around them.

Civil Parking Enforcement is therefore necessary to: Improve road safety generally to reduce the potential for accidents.

Keep areas outside of schools free of traffic to help with the safety of our children. Reduce congestion from inconsiderate or, dangerous parking.

Prevent emergency and other public service vehicles such as bin wagons, havingtheir route blocked, especially in narrow streets.

Meet the needs of customers with special requirements such as disabled badgeholders.

Improve the flow of traffic and journey times throughout the area. Improve the quality and accessibility of public transport. Ensure buses can stop and pick up/collect passengers.

Ensure effective loading/unloading for local business. Provide a turnover of available parking spaces for areas of high demand.

Manage kerb space to ensure access to facilities. Improve the environment by reducing damage to pavements and verges and, as a

result, the cost of repairing them.

Residents, businesses, commuters, people with disabilities, shoppers, students and visitorsare just some of the groups who have differing needs for parking and travel. Byadministering effective Parking Management, the council ensures that available parkingareas and road space are able to be shared in a fair and transparent way.

How we enforce

Before enforcement is able to commence, a Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) must be inplace. A TRO is the legal instrument by which traffic authorities implement most trafficmanagement controls on their roads. Under the provisions of the Road Traffic Regulation Act1984, local authorities can implement Traffic Regulation Orders to regulate, restrict orprohibit the use of a road or any part of the width of a road by vehicular traffic or pedestrians.There are many different types of TROs which are implemented for various reasons and cantake effect at all times or during specified periods. The process for implementing a TRO is asfollows:

Our network management duties identify where a TRO is required.

Consultation. The emergency services and GMPTE are consulted and their approval

obtained. Public consultation. Notices are advertised in the local press and copies sent to

organisations representing road users. Copies of the notice and plans showing theproposals are deposited at various local authority offices for the public to view.

Consultation period. This lasts for 28 days from when the notices are posted. Duringthis period the general public may make comments on the proposals by writing intothe Borough Solicitor.

Objections. All comments are considered by committee and the objectors informed ofthe outcome. This may result in the proposals not being introduced or amended.

Validation. The Orders are then re-advertised in the press when the public have sixweeks when they may question the validity of the Orders in the High Court on thegrounds that the correct procedure had not been followed.


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Sealing of the Order. The Order is then sealed and becomes operative. A TROremains operative until legally revoked following the same procedure as that requiredfor its introduction.

The relevant road markings, lines and signs are then put in place.

Once a Traffic Regulation Order is in place, Civil Enforcement Officers, employed by ourcontractor, NSL Services Ltd, are able to issue Penalty Charge Notices to vehicles parked incontravention of the Traffic Management Act 2004. Therefore if your vehicle is parked:

In an area where waiting and loading restrictions are in force at the time, In a reserved bay (i.e. disabled, residents) without displaying a valid permit, In a suspended bay or space, Outside of the bay markings (where applicable),

At a bus stop or in a bus lane during prohibited times, On mandatory zig-zag lines outside a school,

On a pedestrian crossing or crossings marked by zigzags, In a Pay and Display area without displaying a valid ticket,

For longer than permitted or returning to the same parking area within the timerestriction,

Parked wholly or partly on a cycle track or lane,

Parked with one or more wheels on or over a footpath or any part of a road otherthan a carriageway,

On the pavement or on grass verges behind waiting restrictions in force at the time. Stopped on a clearway.

You will be liable for a Penalty Charge Notice. Below are examples of some of thecontraventions we enforce:

The onus is on the motorist to ensure they are aware of the restrictions in place before theypark their vehicle. To help us with our Civil Parking Enforcement we ask that all road usersare aware of the meaning of the various signs, lines and road markings by checking with thelatest version of the Highway Code. This is available from bookshops. It is also possible todownload details of Signs Giving Orders and Information Signs & Road Markings from theDirect Gov website using the linkhttp://www.direct.gov.uk/en/TravelAndTransport/Highwaycode/Signsandmarkings/index.htm

The enforcement does not affect drivers who park their vehicle correctly, pay thecorrect parking tariffs or display valid permits/badges where applicable.

Bus Stop Cycle Lane Reserved BayRestricted Waiting Zig-Zags outside a school

ClearwayOut of Bay Pay & Display Pedestrian Crossing


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I was only just parked over the bay markings. Do I still have to pay?Bay markings are in place to ensure safety and prevent inconvenience to other users of thecar park. When vehicles are parked over the bay markings valuable parking space is lostand also access could be restricted for emergency vehicles.

I am new to the area and did not know about the restriction.It is the motorists own responsibility to ensure they are aware of the prevailing parkingrestrictions in place before they park their vehicle.

My disability badge fell to the floor when I closed the car door.When Blue Badges are not on display and forwarded at a later date, it leaves the schemeopen to abuse. We therefore ask that all badge holders ensure their badges are displayedcorrectly. In striving to reduce potential Blue Badge abuse it is unlikely that a notice issuedfor this reason will be cancelled.

I was not the driver, am I still liable?Under the Traffic Management Act 2004, the registered owner/keeper of the vehicle is liablefor any Penalty Charge Notices which are issued, unless there is a signed hire agreement inplace or, the vehicle has been taken without consent, in which case a police crime referencenumber is required.

I sold the vehicle but do not know the name and address of who I sold it to.When you sell/dispose of a vehicle you have a legal obligation to inform DVLA. In order forthe notice to be redirected we require written confirmation from DVLA that you were not theregistered owner/keeper of the vehicle at the time the contravention occurred. Failure toobtain and provide this information could result in you being liable for the charge.

What happens if I ignore the Penalty Charge Notice?

Please do not ignore. The notice is a civil debt and could result in bailiff action being taken ifthe notice progresses and is successfully registered as a debt at County Court.

Where does the money from Civil Parking Enforcement go?The law states that Civil Parking Enforcement must be self-financing. Any surplus incomeafter the costs of administration and enforcement are deducted goes back into the revenuebudget to be used for improving local transport. This includes parking, traffic management,better public transport and facilities for pedestrians or cyclists.

Where can I get copies of the legislation?The procedures for issuing Penalty Charge Notices are contained in the Traffic ManagementAct 2004 (TMA 2004). Copies of which are obtained from Her Majestys Stationery Office(HMSO). Information can also be found on the Rochdale MBC website.

How do I appeal a Penalty Charge Notice?

All appeals must be made in writing either by: Post.

o Parking Services, Rochdale MBC, PO Box 50, Rochdale, OL16 1FL.

Email.o [email protected] [email protected]

Appeals form, available from:o Customer Services, Floor 2, Municipal Offices Smith Street, Rochdale.o www.Rochdale.gov.

How do I report a problematic parking area where restrictions apply?Enquiries should be directed to 0845 4586630 and information such as location, what theproblem appears to be and the times the problem occurs should be given.


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Appeals process

There are 3 stages to the appeal process:

Challenge (1st stage)An informal challenge can be made against a Penalty Charge Notice. If the challenge isrejected, we will send a Notice of Rejection of Challenge, explaining why the notice wasissued to the vehicle and also why the challenge has been rejected. If the challenge was

received within 14 days from the date the notice was issued, the discount rate will still apply.If the challenge is accepted, the case will be closed and we will respond in writing explainingwhy.

Representation (2nd stage)Once a Notice to Owner has been served there is a period of 28 days whereby a formalrepresentation can be made. If the representation is rejected the full charge of either 50.00or 70.00 will be applicable. A Notice of Rejection of Representation will be sent including aform, which will allow an appeal to be submitted to the Traffic Penalty Tribunal. If therepresentation is accepted, a Notice of Acceptance of Representation will be sent.

Appeal (3rd stage)Following a Notice of Rejection of Representation there is a 28 day period whereby anappeal can be made to an adjudicator of the Traffic Penalty Tribunal. The adjudicators havea judicial position and are appointed by the Lord Chancellor. They are independent of theCouncil and their decision is final. The appellant has the choice of a postal decision or theymay participate in a personal or telephone hearing. If the appeal is refused by theadjudicator, the full charge of either 50.00 or 70.00 is applicable. Further information aboutthe Traffic Penalty Tribunal can be found on their website www.trafficpenaltytribunal.gov.uk

General information on associated rules and regulations regarding challenges,representations and appeals, can be found on the PATROL (Parking and Traffic Regulationsoutside London) website www.patrol-uk.info

When dealing with appeals we ensure that each case is viewed on its own merits in a fairand equitable manner and any mitigating circumstances are taken in to account. We haveguidelines and procedures in place to ensure we are consistent in our approach and all ofour back office staff are fully trained in parking enforcement. To ensure we deliver a servicethat is both effective and efficient, we continually assess staff training requirements andregularly improve skills and knowledge.

Summary of Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs)

Statistical information for parking PCNs 2009/2010 Total PCNs

Total number of PCNs issued. 16196

Number of PCNs issued On Street 12012

Number of PCNs issued Off Street 4184

Number of higher level PCNs issued 9168

Number of lower level PCNs issued 7028

Number of PCNs paid 12050


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Number of PCNs paid at discount rate 10215

Percentage of PCNs paid at discount rate 63.07%

Percentage of PCNs paid at full charge 7.12%

Percentage of PCNs paid at Charge Certificate 2.75%

Number of PCNs against which an informal or formalrepresentation was made

4906

Number of PCNs cancelled as a result of an informalor a formal representation

1879

Percentage of PCNs written off for other reasons (e.g.CEO error or driver untraceable)

3.78%

Number of NTOs served 4511

Percentage of appeals to adjudicator 0.32%

Percentage of appeals allowed 32.92%

Percentage of appeals dismissed 45.23%

Percentage of appeals non contested 21.85%

Number of Charge Certificates served 2814

Percentage of PCNs registered at County Court 12.02%

The number of Penalty Charge Notices issued each year since Rochdale Council beganDecriminalised Parking Enforcement in 2004, has reduced significantly. In the first twelvemonths there were 25,000 notices issued compared to 16,196 in 2009/2010. This is mainlyattributed to a high level of compliance from motorists.

The above table shows that 1879 PCNs were cancelled as a result of an informal or aformal representation, this is approximately 38%. There are a number of reasons whynotices may be cancelled such as, disabled badges not being displayed correctly, Pay andDisplay vouchers displayed face down so the expiry time is unable to be seen or, no

evidence of loading and unloading seen by the Civil Enforcement Officer, but anauthenticated delivery note is forwarded at a later date.

Each year the Traffic Penalty Tribunal publishes their annual report on the PATROL website.This allows members of the public to view information regarding the enforcement of parkingtickets and also to compare statistical information against other Local Authorities. The2008/2009 annual report shows that the average percentage of appeals for Local Authoritieswithin Greater Manchester is 34.22%. The average percentage of appeals that are allowedis 34.77%. Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council is therefore in line with other neighboringauthorities regarding appeals to the adjudicator. To access the report, click on Downloadsfrom the home page of the PATROL website (as detailed above).


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The Blue Badge Scheme

This is a national arrangement of parking concessions for people with severe mobilityproblems who have difficulty using public transport. The Scheme is designed to helpseverely disabled people travel independently, either as a driver or passenger, by allowingthem to park close to their destination.

Each Blue Badge that has been issued should have been accompanied by The Blue Badge

Scheme booklet which outlines in detail, the full concessions of the badge. Copies of thebooklet can be found in The Blue Badge Scheme section of the Department of Transportswebsite www.dtf.gov.uk . Alternatively, you may contact the issuing office, Social Services,Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council.

The concessions of the scheme apply to on-street parking only and it is important that allbadge holders, carefully read the contents of the booklet before attempting to use theirbadge. Off Street parking concessions vary from town to town and it is up to the car parkowner as to whether concessions of the Blue Badge are available. Blue Badge holders aretherefore advised to always check the prevailing parking conditions of the area to which theyare visiting.

Rochdale Council has designated disabled parking bays both on and off street and theconcessions of the Blue Badge apply in all their Pay and Display car parks providing a validDisability Badge is clearly displayed. The Bus Station multi story car park is also availablefree of charge. We do however ask that badge holders, upon returning to the car park taketheir valid Blue Badge to the Bus Station office on level 2, where they will be given a passthat will allow their vehicle to exit the car park.

To help eliminate the potential misuse of Blue Badges, The Traffic Management Act 2004introduced the power to inspect. This means that should a Civil Enforcement Officer ask tosee your badge, you must show it to them. If you do not, you will be breaking the law andcould be fined up to 1,000.

MISUSE OF A DESIGNATED BLUE BADGE IS A CRIMINAL OFFENCE. YOUR BADGECAN BE WITHDRAWN IF YOU LET OTHERS USE IT.

Dispensations and Suspensions

A Parking Dispensation is a notice issued by the Council allowing a vehicle to park on awaiting restriction (yellow line) for a specified period of time. A 24 hour notice period isusually required.

A Parking Suspension allows a motorist to park in a reserved parking bay such as pay anddisplay (beyond the restricted maximum stay), residents or, disabled bay during the

restricted hours. A 7 day notice period is required so we are able to display signs givingadvance notice that the bay is going to be suspended. On the day of the suspension, thebay will be coned off specifically for your vehicle. Should another vehicle park in thatparticular area, they will be liable for a Penalty Charge Notice. The notice period does notapply for bays needing to be suspended for emergency works such as a gas leak or waterburst.

A Dispensation/Suspension is approved only for vehiclescarrying out works that require thedriver to park close to a building, or site, where continuous access is required to load orunload goods or materials, for example, Glaziers, Shop Fitters etc. Applications will notnormally be considered where there is reasonable alternative off-street parking nearby (forexample a Pay & Display Car Park) or, if the reason the application is being made, is

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intended for those who do not require constant access to their vehicle, such as a Labourerwho once they have unloaded their tools, do not require their vehicle to be in close proximityto the area of which they are working. In this instance we advise the motorist to unload theirtools and then park their vehicle legally.

Each Dispensation/Suspension applies to one specific vehicle, in the exact location stated,and within the dates on the document itself. If more than one vehicle is required, a separateDispensation/Suspension should be obtained. Anyone found to be parked in contravention

of the rules and regulations could be issued with a Penalty Charge Notice.

When applying for a Dispensation/Suspension the following details are required: Name. Contact details. Vehicle registration. Reason the Dispensation/Suspension is required. Start date and length of time the Dispensation/Suspension is to operate for. Location, i.e. road name.

The minimum charge for a Dispensation/Suspension is 35.00. The total cost will depend on

where the vehicle is going to be parked and for how long. The total cost will be given at thetime of application. Please note that once a Dispensation/Suspension has been issued,monies that have been paid are non refundable.

We will also issue a suspension for the placing of a skip (provided that a licence has beenobtained).

Rochdale Council does not charge for a Dispensation issued in relation to a funeral. In thesecircumstances, permission to park must be requested at least 48 hours in advance and willbe subject to assessment to ensure that a parked vehicle will not cause anobstruction/hazard.

Resident Parking

Resident Parking Schemes are approved by elected members and introduced in areaswhere there is a proven parking problem. The purpose of the scheme is to ensure thatresidents who do not have access to off street parking facilities are able to park theirvehicles in close proximity to their residences. The scheme discourages non residents andcommuters, from parking all day in areas where parking is limited. The possession of apermit however does not guarantee a parking place.

Currently there are 5 Resident Parking Schemes in operation within the Rochdale Borough:

1. Middleton, split into two zones:o Beech Street Zone.

Silk Street. Michael Street. Beech Street.

o Burton Street Zone. Whittaker Street. Burton Street.

2. Heap Bridge: Gore Close - All addresses. Lord Street - All addresses. Waterfold Lane - Odd numbers 1 to 91 inclusive


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Bury New Road - Odd numbers 87 to 91 inclusive

3. Rochdale Railway Station: Ann Street - Even Nos 62 and 64. Margaret Clitherow Ct, Ann Street - Even Nos 36 to 46 inclusive. Margaret Clitherow Ct, Dowling Street- Odd Nos 1 to 7 inclusive. Margaret Clitherow Ct, Milk Street - Even Nos 2 to 16 inclusive. Milk Street - Odd No 5. Hampden Street - Even Nos 2 and 4. Henry Street - Odd Nos 3 to 9 inclusive. Maclure Road - Odd No 1. Maclure Road - Odd Nos 15 to 25 inclusive. Richard Street - Even Nos 20 to 42 inclusive. Richard Street - Even Nos 44 to 54 inclusive.

4. Church Stile: Chancel Place - Nos 1 to 12 inclusive Church Stile - Odd Nos 13 to 21 inclusive Church Stile - Nos 28 to 31 inclusive Moore Street - Odd Nos 37 and 39 Oak Street - Odd Nos 1 to 9 inclusive Oak Street - Even No 30 St Chads Close - Nos 1 to 25 inclusive St Chads Close - Odd No 27

Each eligible household is entitled up to two permits (one resident and one visitors permit).If a tradesperson or contractor is working at a specific property, they could borrow thevisitors permit from the household where they are working. Alternatively, atradesperson/contractor could contact the Policy and Strategy Team to apply for aDispensation/Suspension.

For more information on applying, renewing or amending a Residents Parking Permit pleasecontact 0845 4586630.

5. College Bank: All areas.

College Bank Resident Parking Permits are processed by Rochdale Borough Housing. Eachhousehold is entitled to one resident permit on production of evidence that they are aresident on College Bank. Each flat can also have one visitors permit. Day permits areissued on request to one off callers, such as delivery drivers and tradesmen. Visitor permitsare also issued to agencies such as, Social Services, Home Care and GP surgeries etcwhere regular visits are necessary. Permits are renewed each year in March.

All the above schemes are enforced by our Civil Enforcement Officers and are in operation24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

There are currently no charges applicable for Residential Parking Schemes within theRochdale Borough. Each Council will however have its own rules and regulations therefore,it is advisable to check with the individual issuing authority, on how to apply, renew, orwithdraw from a Residents Parking Scheme and also what their charges may be.


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Parking facilities

We provide public parking facilities to assist with traffic management, environmentalimprovements, and to support our community by ensuring we have sufficient availability tomeet the demands of residents, shoppers and local businesses.

All of our Pay and Display machines are supplied by Parkeon and are solar powered so theydo not require an electrical source. The machines are serviced regularly and checked on a

daily basis to ensure they are in full working order. Should any problems occur, faults can bereported to a member of the Parking Services Team 0845 4586630. Payment is by coinsonly and unfortunately change is not able to be given.

On Street Number ofSpaces

Maximum Stay Tariff Range

Esplanade 84 3 hours 1 hr 70p - 3 hrs 1.30Packer Street 13 3 hours 1 hr 70p - 3 hrs 1.30Oldham Road 15 3 hours 1 hr 70p - 3 hrs 1.30Drake Street 14 3 hours 1 hr 70p - 3 hrs 1.30St Marys Gate 11 3 hours 1 hr 70p - 3 hrs 1.30

Smith Street 10 1 hr 1 hr 70pFleece Street 10 1 hr 1 hr 70pNelson Street 14 1 hr 1 hr 70pKing Street 8 1 hr 1 hr 70pChurch Lane (inner) 16 1 hr 1 hr 70pSouth Lane 6 1 hr 1 hr 70pHunters Lane 22 1 hr 1 hr 70pCheetham Street 13 1 hr 1 hr 70pYorkshire Street 27 1 hr 1 hr 70pNewgate 24 1 hr 1 hr 70pChurch Lane (Outer) 28 10 hrs 2 hrs 90p over 6 hrs 2.60Water Street 25 10 hrs 2 hrs 90p over 6 hrs 2.60TOTAL SPACES 340

Off Street Littleborough Number ofSpaces


Lake Bank 90 10 hrs 2 hrs 70p over 4 hrs 2.00Hollingworth Road 250 10 hrs 2 hrs 70p over 4 hrs 2.00Hollingworth Country Park 250 10 hrs 2 hrs 70p over 4 hrs 2.00TOTAL SPACES 590

Off Street Middleton Number ofSpaces


Middleton Archer 61 10 hrs 1 hr 40p over 3 hrs 2.00Limetrees 36 10 hrs 1 hr 40p over 3 hrs 2.00Chapel Street 19 3hrs 1 hr 40p 3 hrs 90pEast View 49 3hrs Mon Wed

Thur only1 hr 40p 3 hrs 90p

Market Place 43 3 hrs 1 hr 40p 3 hrs 90pTOTAL SPACES 208

Off Street Rochdale Number ofSpaces


Back Oldham Road 36 10 hrs 1 hr 30p over 6 hrs 2.60

High Street 84 10 hrs 2 hrs 90p over 6 hrs 2.60Whitworth Road 250 10 hrs 2 hrs 90p over 6 hrs 2.60


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Wet Rake Gardens 9 10 hrs 2 hrs 90p over 6 hrs 2.60Church Lane 19 3 hrs 1 hr 70p 3 hrs 1.30Eastgate 30 3 hrs 1 hr 70p 3 hrs 1.30Reed Hill 45 3 hrs 1 hr 70p 3 hrs 1.30Broadfield Upper/Lower 62 3 hrs 1 hr 70p 3 hrs 1.30Town Hall Square 152 4 hrs 1 hr 70p 4 hrs 2.30Cheetham Street 20 3 hrs 1 hr 70p 3 hrs 1.30Union Street 61 3 hrs 1 hr 70p 3 hrs 1.30Upper Yorkshire St 19 3 hrs 1 hr 70p 3 hrs 1.30Greenwood Street 19 3 hrs 1 hr 70p 3 hrs 1.30Bus Station 413 Open 7am to

7pm1 hr 70p over 6 hrs 6.50

Drake Street East 250 All day 1.50The Holme 251 No limit Contract parking onlyTOTAL SPACES 1720

The Bus Station Car Park is Pay on Foot which means that you take a ticket on entering thecar park and pay for the amount of parking time that you have used when you return. Thisallows flexibility in how long you park for. Payment can be made with either notes or coins.

The pricing tariffs and restrictions are structured to ensure the inner town centre car parksare short stay only, thus allowing a high turnover of spaces which allows more customers tostop and shop. The long stay car parks are situated on the outskirts of the town centre andmeet the requirements of different motorists such as town centre workers who require alengthy period of parking time.

To boost trade and support local retailers, the Free after 3pm parking scheme wasimplemented on 1st June 2009. The scheme was introduced to encourage shoppers into thetown and thus purchase goods from the local retailers. An extension of the scheme, FreeSaturday all day parking has also been introduced for a six month trial period and came intoeffect 7th August 2010. Naturally both of these initiatives have significantly reduced income

from Parking Charges and also reduced the number of Penalty Charge Notices that areissued.

Contract parking

Contract parking permits are currently available for: The Bus Station. Rochdale Others. Middleton. Premium (includes any of the surface car parks within the Borough).

The Permits are issued during a 12 month period commencing 1st April to 31st March. Theminimum purchase is 3 months with the permit price starting from 93.00 up to 1000.00.The permit price differs depending on the parking area, whether the permit is for 5 or 6 daysand also on what the class of vehicle is. At a time when everyone is being encouraged toreduce their carbon footprint, Rochdale Council has introduced a price banding system inline with DVLAs road tax prices to allow those vehicles with less CO2 emissions to pay acheaper permit price.

Each permit can have up to three vehicle registrations on but only one vehicle can be onpark at any one time. The permit must be clearly displayed in the vehicle and any lostpermits will be charged for at a rate of 10.00 per duplicate.


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Park Mark

Park Mark, the safer parking award is aninitiative of the Association of Chief PoliceOfficers (ACPO) designed to reducecriminal behaviour within the parkingenvironment. The scheme is managed bythe British Parking Association and is

supported by the Home Office and all thePolice Forces in England, Scotland, Walesand Ireland.

To obtain the award an investigation is carried out by the police to assess the facilities inplace and to ensure the parking area is of a high standard in relation to cleanliness, signage,surveillance and lighting. Once the police are satisfied that the parking area sufficientlymeets the appropriate standards and that it is correctly managed and maintained, the saferpark mark status will be awarded.

Currently 5 of our Pay and Display Car Parks along with our Multi Storey pay on foot carpark have been awarded the Park Map status. We aim to achieve the award for more of our

car parks in the future.

Income and expenditure

Total income and expenditure for 2009/2010 on the parking account kept under Section 55of the Road Traffic Act 1984 as amended:

On StreetIncomePay and display 240,191.15

ExpenditureMaintenance 11,401.72

Off StreetIncome

Pay and Display 648,936.10Contract Parking 277,641.72Contract Parking Recharged 132,584.66

Expenditure

Maintenance 45,606.88

Civil Parking EnforcementIncome

Penalty Charge Notices (On & Off Street) 496,537.47Dispensation/Suspension 4,100.13

ExpenditureEnforcement Contract 591,740.42(TPT/TEC/Subscriptions) 25,411.75


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Staff

Following a restructure of Highways and Engineering in January 2010, Parking Servicesamalgamated with Network Improvement and Development to form the Policy and StrategyTeam.

Network Improvement and Development are responsible for looking after the policies andstrategies which guide the management and improvement of our highway network, forexample our Local Transport Plan. They also assess and advise on the highway impact of

development proposals and manage the Councils register of adopted highways.

Parking Services are responsible for managing the Councils on and off street Civil ParkingEnforcement along with the short and long stay parking facilities.

Management of parking has become an important means of influencing overall levels oftraffic demand, as well as controlling the type of journeys possible. Working together as oneteam will enable innovation and increased efficiency in delivering, and sustaining, improvednetwork developments. We will also be able to promote a good balance between the use ofpublic and private transport, while still maintaining a high level of performance, and excellentcustomer care.

If you have any questions that have not been answered in this report, please do not hesitateto contact us.

Tel: 0845 4586630Fax: 01706 924640Email: [email protected]

[email protected]

Tim WoodPolicy and Strategy Manager

Policy and Strategy

Manager

Network ImprovementTeam Leader

DevelopmentTeam Leader

ParkingTeam Leader

4x Engineers

Trainee EngineerClerk of Works

Enforcement OfficerPolicy AssistantRegistry Officer

Parking

Administrator

3.5x ParkingAssistants

rochdale annual parking report 0910

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