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Inner city residents parking problems addressed

Monday 21 September 2009, 10:43AM

By Gisborne District Council

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GISBORNE

People who live in the central business district can now apply to the Gisborne District Council for a permit which allows them to park in the inner city. With the permit residents can park their vehicle in 60 or 120 minute time restricted parks at any time of the day or night.

The permit does not cover parking in pay and display parks, metered areas or any 5, 10 and 30 minute time restricted parking areas. It applies to the area bounded by the Taruheru River, Turanganui River, Carnarvon Street and the Waikanae Stream.

Residents can apply for an annual permit for one vehicle. The permit will be issued against the registration number of that vehicle and must be displayed at all times.

Council Parking Team Leader Paul Stuart said this initiative is the result of a request from some inner city residents. “Where inner city residents can park has been a growing problem. We want to ensure there are adequate parking spaces for city businesses and their customers. Residents’ permits are common in other cities. The scheme, which was developed in consultation with Heart of Gisborne, will mean that residents have options of where they can park without fear of getting a ticket. It also directs them away from the prime parking spaces favoured by retail customers”.

To apply for a parking permit residents must complete an application form and provide proof they live in the central business district. This could be a power bill, phone bill or bank statement with their name and address on. It must be less than two months old. The permit fee is $150.00 per year.