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I take your point DVD and would not knowingly obstruct such a right of way. My vehicle did protrude into the space adjacent to the dimpled paving slabs, but access was still available. Surely if obstruction is likely, which it is at this spot because it is not obviously an access point to cross the road, then it should be made clear to motorists.
It is virtually impossible to see the dimpled slabs that indicate a footway access to the road, when approaching in a vehicle. Had the spot been marked in some clear manner to indicate no parking, then obviously I would not have parked there.
However, my point is, any parking restriction should be made clear to anyone who may park there. If it is vital that these access points for crossing should be kept clear surely it is not unreasonable to expect either yellow lines or prominent signage to indicate such. Where a dropped kerb runs the entire length of footway its significance is lost as to where to access the road. If a certain point is designated for access then it should be clearly marked.
Clause 2.12 states: "the restictions need to be made clear to motorists through appropriate and legal traffic signs and road markings"
I have also noticed that the PCN does not contain my tax disc number as required by Clause 8.41 therefore the PCN is rendered unenforceable.
I have sent a letter of appeal to the LA with references to the relevant points of the statutory guidance and the fact the tax disc number is omitted. In view of this I requested they rescind the PCN and take no further action. I rest my case.
Watch this space for updates.
Cheers, Concrete
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