New parking rules

Scotland wide parking legislation means it is illegal to:

• double park
• park on pavements
• park at dropped kerbs
• park at pedestrian, or cycle, crossing points
• park on road verge which lies between road and pavement

North Ayrshire Council enforces these rules.

The legislation applies to all pavements, regardless of ownership. This includes both public and private roads where pavements exist. Pavements are only for pedestrian use. Vehicles should not be driven onto or parked on pavements, regardless of location.

Parking rules make it safer for pedestrians and other road users by:

• reducing potential danger to people crossing roads
• removing hazards for those using wheelchairs or other mobility devices
• removing hazards for parents with prams and young children
• reducing damage to surfaces which could result in trip hazards and expensive repairs

Parking Enforcement Officers have powers to issue Penalty Charge Notices to vehicles breaking the rules.

Police Scotland remains responsible for reportable traffic offences, such as:

• dangerous parking
• parking obstructions
• all other moving traffic offences

For further information, refer to Transport Scotland's guidance on pavement parking.