Suspensions and dispensations
How do I apply for a suspension?
What information do I need to apply for a suspension?
How far in advance do I have to apply for a suspension?
Is there a charge for suspensions?
Why are parking areas sometimes temporarily suspended?
When do I need a dispensation?
How do I apply for a dispensation?
Is there a charge for dispensations?
A suspension is a temporary
order suspending parking or short-term loading regulations
in a residents’, disabled, diplomatic, loading, pay and display bay, bridal
or doctors’ bay.
Suspensions are usually for:
· building works
· furniture removals
· funerals
· filming
· work in or near parking bays
You need
a suspension when you are working near a parking bay for a prolonged time
and the use of the bay is essential to completing your task.
How do I apply for a suspension?
Phone Central Parking System on 0131 228 4888 or fax 0131 228 3388 or email
edinburghsuspensions@centralparkingsystem.com
What information do I need to apply for a suspension?
The application form will ask you for:
1 times and dates of the suspension
2 reason for the suspension
3 the exact location of the bays to be suspended
4 full company details with a contact name and phone number
5 vehicle registration numbers of all vehicles which will use the suspension
6 agreement to pay charges
How far in advance do I have to apply for a suspension?
Usually,
three working days, but there are exceptions for emergency suspensions for
gas leaks, etc.
Is there a charge for suspensions?
Yes, in most cases. Only public utility companies are not charged.
Why are parking areas sometimes temporarily suspended?
Parking
spaces and other areas may be temporarily suspended for a number of reasons,
including road construction or special events such as parades, concerts or
sporting events.
A dispensation allows a motorist to wait, load or unload on
a stretch of a single yellow line
for over the permitted 30 minutes.
Dispensations are usually for:
· deliveries of heavy goods
· furniture removals
· vehicles using heavy equipment, such as generators
When do I need a dispensation?
You need
a dispensation if you will be parked on a single yellow line for more than
30 minutes,
or will be away from your vehicle for more than five minutes while loading
or unloading.
How do I apply for a dispensation?
Phone Central Parking System on 0131 228 4888 or fax 0131 228 3388 or email
edinburghdispensations@centralparkingsystem.com
You should apply 24 hours before the
dispensation is needed.
Is there a charge for dispensations?
No, there is no charge.