April 2019 Version 1.8
These regulations apply for all parking permits purchased or renewed BEFORE 6 Jan 2022
Our updated Terms and Conditions apply to all on-street parking permit purchases and renewals after this date
1. Introduction
This booklet is designed to inform customers of the terms and conditions of the
operation of parking permit schemes in Bath and North East Somerset. Should
customers need further information the staff in the Parking Services Team will be
pleased to help. Contact details can be found on the back page of this booklet.
2. Terms and Conditions
Below are the general terms and conditions that apply to all of our permit types.
Further detail about each individual permit can be found in sections 4 to 12 in this
document.
With the exception of reserved car park bays the parking permit does not guarantee
a parking space.
Parking is only permitted in a Permit Holders Bay or a Dual Use Bay in the zone or
car park for which the permit has been issued.
Where applicable paper permits must be completed in ink or the relevant information
scratched off the correct panels; alterations to the details on a paper permit or
incorrect usage will automatically render it invalid.
The permit is only valid for the vehicle registration given. If you change your vehicle
registration it is your responsibility to update your account details. Alternative parking
should be sought until the vehicle registration is changed.
If a Zero Emissions Vehicle Discount is offered and accepted, the vehicle registration
recorded against that permit cannot be changed.
Vehicles must be parked wholly within the bay markings.
Responsibility for renewal of the permit lies with the permit holder. Parking without a
valid permit may result in a Penalty Charge Notice being issued.
The Council or Police may temporarily suspend the whole or part of a parking place
which will be marked accordingly. Vehicles should not be parked in a suspended
parking place without signed authorisation from a Council Official or Police Officer.
The maximum laden weight of a vehicle permitted to park in a parking bay is 2.0
tonnes and the maximum length is 6 meters, with a maximum of 12 passenger seats.
Permits can only be used with:
- Passenger vehicles;
- Car derived vans;
- Goods vehicles with a taxation class of PLG.
Consideration will be given on a case by case basis for vehicles that have a laden
weight between 2.0 and 3.5 tonnes being used in conjunction with a Trade Permit.
The charge for the following permit types covers the membership and administration
of the scheme, maintenance and enforcement of the area. Unfortunately we are not
able to offer a refund on these permit types if the permit is no longer required:
- Residents on street permits;
- Business on street permits;
- Visitor permits
We will refund any full remaining months on other permit types if the permit is no
longer required and is cancelled, subject to the removal of an administration charge.
Failure to comply with any of the above conditions may result in a Penalty Charge
Notice being issued.
The details provided when applying for a permit are subject to verification. Parking
Services can request evidence to verify the details provided and will complete
regular checks throughout the year. Failure to provide the requested information
within 21 days or any evidence of falsified information will lead to cancellation of all
parking permits, with no recourse to a refund.
Where a dispute arises as to the eligibility of any applicant for a permit, the decision
made by the Head of Parking Service in relation to the issue or subsequent
cancelation of that permit, having taken into account all of the evidence available, will
be final.
Under Section 115 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as defined by the Road
Traffic (Permitted Parking Area and Special Parking Area) (District of Bath and North
East Somerset) Order 2003, anyone who with the intent to deceive misuses a
parking permit in anyway shall be guilty of a Criminal Offence. It shall also be an
offence to knowingly make a false statement to obtain a Parking Permit. A Parking
Permit does not obviate the requirement to tax and insure a motor vehicle for use on
the public highway.
The Council reserves the right to make changes to these Terms and Conditions.
Data Protection Information
The Council will process any personal information in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018. This authority is under a
duty to protect the public funds it administers, and to this end may use the information provided when applying for or
administering a permit for the prevention and detection of fraud. It may also share this information with other bodies responsible
for auditing or administering public funds for these purposes.
Personal data may be used to enforce the parking terms and conditions and where Bath & North East Somerset believes a
contravention has occurred we are processing your information in order fulfil our legal obligations under the Traffic
Management Act (2004). Your personal data may be collected and retained in order to carry out the performance of a legal
obligation and information may be shared with third parties for reasons permitted by law.
If you would like more information about how we use your data, please see http://www.bathnes.gov.uk/council-privacy-notice
3. Permit Schemes -what types of permits are available?
3.1 On street parking permits:
- Residents Permit
- Visitor Permit
- Trade Permit (including Landlords)
- Business Permit
- Hotel/Guest House Permit
- Medical Permit
- General Practitioner Permit
- Holiday Let
The above permits enable you to park in a designated residents’ parking bay, within
the zone for which your permit is applicable, without time restriction, provided where
applicable that the permit has been correctly activated/validated.
3.2 Off Street parking permits:
- Car park permit
- Residents/business only car park permit
Please note: the Council may cancel, withdraw or refuse to issue a permit if it
appears that any of the particulars or evidence supplied by the applicant is falsified
or untrue.
Further detail about each permit type can be found in sections 4 to 12 below.
4. Residents On Street Permits
4.1 General Information
Any person who regularly lives and sleeps more than four nights a week at premises
within a residents' parking zone may apply for a permit. The council will require
applicants to provide evidence to verify any information provided during the
application process and this information can be requested at any time. This also
applies to applications for visitor parking permits.
Residents' parking schemes are aimed at tackling problems caused by commuter
and shopper parking; the schemes are not intended to solve parking problems
outside of the times of operation of the scheme.
Permits are available to residents living within residents parking zones for use with
their own vehicle. They are linked to the property, so when you apply you will need to
provide proof of your residence within the zone – this must be your Council Tax
number for automatic validation. If unavailable, a copy of your current Council Tax
demand or a current tenancy/lease agreement showing your name and address can
be provided.
The vehicle used with the permit must be registered to your address, the vehicle
registration document must be provided to Parking Services on request. A letter of
authority from the supplier is sufficient evidence in the case of a lease car or a letter
from an employer is suitable in the case of a company car; however this information
must be provided if requested by Parking Services. Failure to provide this
information could lead to cancellation of your parking permit with no recourse to a
refund.
Permits will be valid for one year from the date of issue; in Bath there is also an
option to purchase a 6 month permit. It is the permit holder’s responsibility to renew
their permits as no period of grace is allowed.
In Bath, three residents' parking schemes are in operation:
a) Central Zone -permit holders can park in all on street resident parking
bays and all on street pay and display bays within the central parking
zone if they hold a valid permit. Visitor permits are also available as
part of a trial (digital only).
The hours of operation for this zone are 8am to 7pm Monday to
Saturday. Central resident permit holders are also permitted to park
within Charlotte Street Car Park between the hours 5.30pm to 10am
free of charge.
b) Outer Zones (Zones 1-16) -permit holders can park in all on street
resident parking bays the zone which their permit is valid. Visitor
permits are also available (either digital or paper). The hours of
operation for zone 1 are 8am to 7pm Monday to Saturday. The hours of
operation for zones 2-14 are 8am to 6pm Monday to Saturday. The
hours of operation for zones 15-16 are 8am to 7pm 7 days a week.
Zone 6 resident permit holders are also permitted to park within
Charlotte Street Car Park between the hours 5.30pm to 10am free of
charge.
c) Outer Zone (Zone 18) -permit holders can park in all on street
resident parking bays in the zone which their permit is valid. Visitor
permits are also available (digital only). The hours of operation for zone
18 are 8am to 6pm Monday to Saturday.
The eligibility of properties for parking permits within zone 18 is offset
by the availability of off street parking in accordance with the Traffic
Regulation Order. For example, a property with access to one of street
parking space will have its eligibility for parking permits reduced by one
permit.
An off street parking space is defined as private parking within the
curtilage of the property or within 200m walking distance by way of
garages or other private off street space such as a driveway.
a. A “garage” for the purposes of off street parking spaces is
defined as a building designed to accommodate a parked motor
vehicle, with a minimum internal dimension of 5.0m long and
2.5m wide wall to wall and multiples thereof. Any garage that
measures smaller than the minimum dimensions will not be
classed as an off street parking space.
b. A “driveway” is defined as an area of and designed to
accommodate a parked motor vehicle, with a minimum
dimension of 5.0m long and 2.5m wide and multiples thereof.
Any driveway that measures smaller than the minimum
dimensions will not be classed as an off street parking space.
In Keynsham, a residents’ parking scheme is in operation on the following streets:
- Mayfields,
- Rock Road
- Labbotts
Permit holders can park in the on street residents parking bays in the street that their
permit is valid for. The hours of operation are 8am to 6pm Monday to Saturday.
In Peasedown-St-John, a residents’ parking scheme is on operation on the following
street;
- Bath Road
Residents of a household at 6, 7 & 8 Bath Road may apply to the Council for the
issue of;
a) One single vehicle permit for the parking in respect of one passenger vehicle or
one car derived van or other vehicle deemed acceptable at the discretion of the
Council within that household, or
b) One second vehicle permit for the parking in respect of a maximum of one
additional passenger vehicle or car derived van or other vehicle deemed
acceptable at the discretion of the Council within that household.
The Council reserves the right not to issue;
c) Any permit where an off street parking place is available for use, or could be
made available for use by the applicant, or
d) A second permit where the Council identifies that there is insufficient space
available for the issue of a second permit.
The hours of operation are 8am to 6pm Monday to Sunday (inclusive).
A permit does not allow you to park illegally. Permit holders must park in accordance
with the terms and conditions of the permits as well as complying at all times with
any other parking restrictions that may be present. Failure to do so may result in the
issuing of a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN).
Permits are only valid for the vehicle registration given. If you change your vehicle,
you must update your permit. Failure to do so may result in a PCN being issued.
Parking permits have been introduced as a benefit to residents, giving them priority
to park their vehicles within a reasonable distance of their homes during the hours
that residents' parking zones are in operation. Abuse of parking permits by lending or
selling permits to friends or commuters or by contravening the regulations of the
scheme will result in the cancellation of all parking permits issued to an address.
4.2 Restrictions
Due to the lack of on street parking space, residents' parking permits are restricted
as follows:
- To vehicles under 2 tonne unladen weight and/or 6 metres in length or with a maximum of 12 passenger seats
- To a maximum of 2 permits per residence in the outer zones and 1 permit in the Central Zone
4.3 Cost of Permits
- Bath Central Resident Permit: £100
- Bath Outer zones (1-16) Resident Permit: 1st £100; 2nd £160
- Keynsham Residents Permit: 1st £60; 2nd “90
- Peasedown-St-John Resident Permit: £30.
A limited number of Bath resident permits are available at a reduced cost of £10, on
a first come first served basis, for customers with a zero emissions vehicle. This
discount is offered until March 2022 as part of a trial. If the vehicle is eligible and a
Zero Emissions Vehicle Discount is available, customers will be given the option to
select the discounted permit or accept the standard charge. If the discount is
accepted, customers are not permitted to change the vehicle registered against the
permit.
4.4 Declaration
By purchasing a residents permit, you make the following declaration:
- I certify that my usual place of abode is at the address given and I do not hold a resident permit for any other zone.
- The vehicle assigned to the permit is registered to the address given or an authorised lease / company car assigned to me.
- I agree to surrender the permit if I cease to reside within the zone specified and accept that my permit will be cancelled automatically if the Council receives evidence that I no longer live at the registered address.
- I accept that the Council will cross reference the information I have provided with other records including Council Tax records.
- I accept that my permit(s) will be cancelled without warning if the information provided during this application is found to be untrue.
4.5 Restrictions for New Developments and New Builds
New developments and new builds within existing zones are not normally entitled to
permits. This includes properties which may have been subject to a change in use
e.g. from business use to residential use and/or where planning permission may
have been required.
Prospective purchasers/tenants or residents/developers considering building
alterations or new builds are strongly advised to contact Parking Services for advice
regarding eligibility or implications for a Resident Parking Permit.
The policy regarding the eligibility to permits is available on the Council’s website (or
by contacting Parking Services directly) and is implemented by a Single Member
Decision. The Executive forward plan reference is E2911 and is available on the
Council website should anyone wish to view the complete document.
5. Visitor Permits
5.1 General Information
Visitors’ permits are available to all residents that reside in Bath Zones 1-18 and
Keynsham Zones, irrespective of whether or not they own a car. Eligible residents
are entitled to a maximum of 1000 visitor hours per property per annum or 100 1 day
paper permits (or a combination of both). Paper permits are not available in Bath
Zone 18 and visitor permits are not available at all within the Peasedown-St-John
scheme.
Digital visitors’ permits are available to all residents that reside in Bath Central Zone
as part of a trial, up to a maximum of 100 hours per year; paper permits are not
available as part of this trial.
Digital or paper visitor permits should be used by residents when a visitor to their
home needs to park a vehicle within their residents' parking zone.
When applying for this type of permit you will need to provide proof of your residence
within the zone (for automatic validation this must be you Council tax number,
alternately either a copy of your current Council Tax demand, a current utilities bill or
a current tenancy/lease agreement showing your name and address can be
provided).
Visitor Permits are not available to businesses
5.2 Paper Visitor Permits
Paper visitor permits are valid for one calendar date and expire one year from the
date of purchase if not used.
The date (day, month and year) must be correctly scratched off from the relevant
boxes and the visitor’s vehicle registration entered into the applicable space, the
permit must then be clearly displayed in the windscreen immediately upon arrival.
Permits which have been altered or tampered with are invalid and could result in a
PCN being issued. Permits are only valid for use in the zone indicated on the permit.
5.3 Digital Visitor Permits
The digital visitor allowance can be used in hours with a minimum stay of 1 hour and
the allowance will expire one year from the date of purchase if not used.
Upon arrival, a stay must be activated online, by text, mobile app or telephone for the
required duration. The stay can be activated as hours or days. If the stay is not
activated immediately upon arrival, this may result in a PCN being issued. The stay
is automatically deactivated once the time requested expires.
It is the permit holder’s responsibility to ensure a further stay is activated if the guest wishes to stay longer. Failure to do so may result in a PCN being issued.
Once activated, the stay cannot be cancelled; if the stay is booked online in the
future, the stay can be cancelled before it begins and you will not lose your
allowance.
Permits can be activated:
1. Using the MiPermit app, available for both Android or iOS
2. Online via your account at www.wanttopark.com/bathnes
3. By texting VISITOR <Vehicle Registration> <Duration> to 60300 e.g. Visitor
ABC123 4hours
The system will confirm that you are parked and that the stay is activated. If you
require any assistance, please call 0333 123 8008 during office hours and we will be
happy to help you.
5.4 Cost of Visitor Stays
Paper permits: £10 for 10 days (maximum 100 days per year)
Digital permits: £10 for 100 hours (maximum 1000 hours per year)
Bath Central Zone Trial (digital only): £10 for 100 hours (maximum 100 hours per
year).
5.5 Declaration
By purchasing visitor permits, you make the following declaration:
•
I certify that my usual place of abode is at the address given.
•
I agree to surrender the permit(s) if I cease to reside within the zone specified.
•
I accept that the Council will cross reference the information I have provided
with other records including Council Tax records.
•
I accept that my permit(s) will be cancelled without warning if the information
provided during this application is found to be untrue.
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6. Trade Permits
6.1 General Information
Tradespersons or Landlords can apply for these permits; they do not have to reside
within the geographical area of Bath & North East Somerset Council. The Council
will require applicants to provide evidence to verify proof of business and evidence
that the vehicle is essential as an onsite base for materials. Landlords may be
required to provide evidence of property ownership.
Examples of Trades who may be entitled to a Trades’ parking permit are;
- Aerial installation
- Bathroom fitting
- Building
- Carpentry
- Carpet fitting
- Decorating
- Electrical installation and maintenance
- Insulation installation
- Joinery
- Kitchen fitting
- Landlord with a property within a zone
- Masonry Painting
- Plumbing Roofing
- Tiling
- Window fitting/cleaning
All applications are considered on a case by case basis.
Tradespersons working in residents' parking zones or car parks within Bath can
obtain a Trade Permit which will enable them to park for as long as required within a
residents permit holder bay or paid for parking space without having purchase a
ticket at a pay and display machine. Activation of a parking stay is via smartphone
app, online, text message or via telephone.
To obtain a Trade Permit you must be able to prove that you work in a qualifying
trade and that the vehicle is required as an onsite base for materials where you are
working.
There is no limit to the number of vehicles that can be linked to each account. All
parking charges accumulated on the account are taken from the card registered to
the account on a daily basis.
For the purpose of on street trade stays, Bath has been separated into 2 zones with
two different zone codes.
Central Zone and Zone 1: Code 755999, £3 per hour
All other zones: Code 755998, £6.60 per day
Trade stays can also be activated within all Bath car parks and charges apply as per
the car park tariff; use of this service in the car parks will incur a 10p service charge.
Location numbers will be displayed within the car parks and on the pay and display
machines. If you wish to stay within a short stay car park for longer than the time
limit please contact Parking Services for authorisation before commencing your stay.
As soon as the vehicle is parked, the user must activate a stay for the zone or car
park they are parked in.
Permits can be activated:
- Online via your account at www.wanttopark.com/bathnes
- By texting the word TRADE followed by the location code you wish to park in and the duration you require to 60300
Example text -TRADE 755013 2hours
TRADE 755998 1day - To use your account with an alternative vehicle, text the word TRADE followed by the location code you wish to park in and the duration you require and vehicle registration to 60300
Example text -TRADE 755013 2hours ABC123
TRADE 755998 1day ABC123
The system will confirm that you are parked and that the stay is activated. The stay will expire once the time requested has passed; there is no need to deactivate the stay. If you require any assistance, please call 0333 123 8008 during office hours and we will be happy to help you.
6.2 Declaration
By purchasing a trade permit and activating a stay, you make the following
declaration:
•
The permit will only be used when vehicle is essential for the daily operation
of the business/essential as an on-site base for materials or equipment where
work is taking place.
•
The permit will not be used for staff commuting.
•
For landlords, you rent out at least 1 property in within a residents parking
zone.
•
I accept that the permit will be cancelled without warning if the information
provided during this application is found to be untrue.
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7. Business Permits
7.1 General Information
The proprietor of any registered business located within a residents' parking zone
may apply for a permit (not applicable in the Central Zone). The Council will require
applicants to provide evidence to verify any information that is provided with the
application, this information can be requested for inspection at any time.
Businesses may apply for a parking permit for:
a) Use by visitors when visiting the business.
This permit can be used by any visitor to the business when using a
passenger vehicle, car derived van, or goods vehicle.
A vehicle registration number is not required for this permit.
b) Use by vehicles operated by the business in order to undertake services.
This permit is to be used by a business to allow parking of a vehicle that is
used in the day to day activity of that business, for example undertaking
deliveries to customers.
This permit is registration number specific and can be used for a passenger
vehicle, car derived van or goods vehicle registered to the business for
insurance purposes. It cannot be used by a vehicle other than the one whose
registration number it shows.
A Business permit must not be used to provide staff parking.
A maximum of two business permits, in any combination of the above variations,
may be issued where no off-street parking facilities are available.
To apply for a Business permit a copy of a current business rates bill is required. In
addition, if you are applying for a vehicle specific permit a copy of the original vehicle
registration document naming the business as the registered keeper of the vehicle is
required.
If the Business is not recorded as the registered keeper of the vehicle, then a copy of
the vehicle’s insurance documentation is also required to verify that the vehicle is
registered for business use.
Permits will be valid for one year from the date of purchase.
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7.2 Cost of Permits
Zones 1-16: First permit -£110
Second permit -£165
A limited number of vehicle specific business permits are available at a reduced cost
of £10, on a first come first served basis, for business that use a zero emission
vehicle. This discount is offered until March 2022 as part of a trial. If the vehicle is
eligible and a Zero Emissions Vehicle Discount is available, businesses will be given
the option to select the discounted permit or accept the standard charge. If the
discount is accepted, businesses are not permitted to change the vehicle registered
against the permit.
7.3 Declaration
•
The permit will only be used by visitors to the business or by an authorised
vehicle which has been allocated a vehicle specific permit.
•
The permit(s) will not be used for staff/commuter parking when the usual
place of work is the business address.
•
The permit(s) will be surrendered if the business ceases to operate within the
zone specified.
•
I accept that the permit(s) will be cancelled without warning if the information
provided during the application process is found to be untrue.
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8. Hotel/Guest House Permits
8.1 General Information
The proprietor of any registered Hotel/Guest House located within a residents'
parking zone may apply for a permit. The council will require applicants to provide
evidence to verify the particulars supplied on the application form.
This type of permit is intended for the sole use of guests/patrons/customers and not
members of staff or owners.
The business must not charge guests/patrons/customers for the permit a charge
which is more than a daily pro rata rate equivalent to the purchase cost of the permit
from the Council
The permit allocation will depend on the number of letting rooms and off street
parking places available to the premises, up to a maximum of 15 permits per
property.
A copy of a current national non-domestic council tax demand must accompany the
application.
8.2 Cost of Permits
1 to 5 = £80 each
5 to 10 = £105 each
11to 15 = £160 each
8.3 Declaration
By purchasing a Hotel/Guest House permit, you make the following declaration:
•
The permit will only be used for the parking of a Vehicle for the guests of the
Permit Holder (but not the owner or staff of the Permit Holder) in a designated
on-street parking place for permit holders within the zone stated on the permit.
•
I declare that I will only recharge customers for the use of this permit at a
charge that is no more than the daily pro rata rate equivalent to the charge
paid to the Council. Any other charges must be in agreement with and
following written permission of the Council.
•
I accept that the permit(s) will be cancelled without warning if the information
provided during this application is found to be untrue.
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9. Medical Permits
9.1 General Information
Applications will be accepted from Practice Managers/Directors of Service etc.
Applicants do not have to reside in the geographical area of Bath & North East
Somerset Council. The council will require applicants to provide evidence to verify
the particulars supplied on the application form.
Medical Permits are not vehicle specific and are intended solely for the use of
medical/carer staff making home visits or attending emergency calls. Individual
applicants must have a supporting letter from their Practice/Surgery/Health Trust.
Permits are available to:
•
Doctors
•
District Nurses
•
Community Health Nurses
•
Midwives
•
Home Care Assistants
•
Health Visitors
Medical Permits will only allow parking in permit holders only bays in the outer zones
or in shared use permit holder/pay and display bays in the central zone. They are not
valid for use in any of the Council car parks.
It is also not permitted to park in the following locations:
•
In contravention of a loading ban
•
On a clearway/bus stop/taxi rank etc.
•
In a marked cycle lane
•
On any marking associated with a pedestrian crossing
•
Where obstruction or danger will be caused
•
In a ‘Blue Badge Holders Only Bay’
If attending an emergency and no other legal parking space can be found, the permit
holder may park on a waiting restriction such as a yellow line, however if by doing so
the vehicle attracts a penalty charge notice, it will be the responsibility of the vehicle
owner to challenge the PCN through the correct channels and provide adequate
evidence of the nature of the emergency to enable Parking Services to consider the
case.
The permit must not be used for staff parking and cannot be used when attending to
patients at the surgery/practice or when returning to the surgery/practice following a
visit. Vehicles observed parked in close proximity to the surgery/practice to which the
permit has been issued may be liable to a PCN.
9.2 Cost of permit
£60.00 per permit
A limited number of medical permits are available at a reduced cost of £10, on a first
come first served basis, for use with a zero emissions vehicle. This discount is
offered until March 2022 as part of a trial. If the vehicle is eligible and a Zero
Emissions Vehicle Discount is available, applicants will be given the option to select
the discounted permit or accept the standard charge. If the discount is accepted,
you are not permitted to change the vehicle registered against the permit.
9.3 Declaration
By purchasing a medical permit, you make the following declaration:
•
The permit will only be used when visiting patients/persons under care at their
homes.
•
The permit will not be used for staff commuting.
•
I accept that the permit will be cancelled without warning if the information
provided during this application is found to be untrue or if the permit is
misused.
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10.General Practitioner Permits
10.1 General Information
Applications will be accepted from Practice Managers/Directors of Service etc.
Applicants do not have to reside in the geographical area of Bath & North East
Somerset Council. The Council will require applicants to provide evidence to verify
any information that is provided with the application, this information can be
requested for inspection at any time.
General Practitioner Permits are vehicle specific and are intended solely for the use
of the General Practitioner named in the application for working at a surgery and who
will be required to attend emergency calls. Individual applicants must have a
supporting letter from their Practice/Surgery/Health Trust.
Each General Practitioner Permit may have up to two vehicles registration numbers
associated to it; however, the permit is only valid for use by the individual named on
the application form. The vehicle/s covered by the General Practitioner Permit must
have the appropriate level of business insurance cover and evidence of this must be
provided with the application.
Permits are available to:
•
General Practitioners only.
Each application must be accompanied the following documentation;
•
Evidence that the applicant is a qualified General Practitioner
•
Evidence that the applicant has the appropriate level of business cover for the
requested vehicles
General Practitioner Permits will allow parking in all on street Council permit holder
bays; pay and display bays and limited waiting within Bath & North East Somerset
Council subject to the exclusions below. This permit also entitles the holder to park
within a marked ‘Doctors only’ bay.
It is not permitted to park in the following locations:
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In contravention of a loading ban
•
Council managed car parks
•
On a clearway/bus stop/taxi rank etc.
•
In a marked cycle lane
•
On any marking associated with a pedestrian crossing
•
Where obstruction or danger will be caused
•
In a ‘Blue Badge Holders Only Bay’
If attending an emergency and no other legal parking space can be found, the permit
holder may park on a waiting restriction such as a yellow line, however if by doing so
the vehicle attracts a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN), it will be the responsibility of the
vehicle owner to challenge the PCN through the correct channels and provide
adequate evidence of the nature of the emergency to enable Parking Services to
consider the case.
10.2 Cost of permit
£100.00 per permit
A limited number of General Practitioner permits are available at a reduced cost of
£10, on a first come first served basis, for use with a zero emissions vehicle. This
discount is offered until March 2022 as part of a trial. If the vehicle is eligible and a
Zero Emissions Vehicle Discount is available, applicants will be given the option to
select the discounted permit or accept the standard charge. If the discount is
accepted, you are not permitted to change the vehicle registered against the permit.
10.3 Declaration
By purchasing a General Practitioner Permit you make the following declaration:
•
The permit will only be used by General Practitioners when required to be on
emergency call.
•
I am a qualified General Practitioner, evidence of which has been supplied
with the application.
•
The permit will not be used for staff commuting.
•
I have appropriate insurance cover to allow me to use the registered vehicle
for business purposes, evidence of which has been supplied with the
application.
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I accept that the permit will be cancelled at any time and without warning if the
information provided during this application is found to be untrue or if the
permit is misused.
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11. Car Park Permits
11.1 General Information
Entitlement depends on the type of car park permit which is required. If the permit is
for a pay and display or permit holders only car park anyone can apply for a permit
irrespective of where they reside. If the permit is for a residential car park the
applicant must reside within close proximity to the car park or in the case of business
permit applications the business premises must be in close proximity to the car park.
The council will require applicants to provide evidence to verify the particulars
supplied on the application form.
Anyone can apply for a car park permit, costs vary depending on the car park and
type of permit. With the exception of reserved permits, the permit does not guarantee
a parking space.
You can apply for car park permits online at www.wanttopark.com/bathnes
You also apply over the telephone by contracting Parking Services on 01225 477133
or in person at the One Stop Shop in Manvers Street, Bath.
11.2 Cost of Permits
Bath and Keynsham Pay and Display Car Parks
| Car Park | 1 month | 3 months | 6 months | 12 months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avon Street (Monday to Friday) | £222.30 | £666.90 | £1333.80 | £2667.60 |
| Manvers Street (Monday to Friday) | £222.30 | £666.90 | £1333.80 | £2667.60 |
| Charlotte Street (Monday to Friday) | £222.30 | £666.90 | £1333.80 | £2667.60 |
| Charlotte Street (7 days) | £338.08 | £1014.24 | £2028.49 | £4056.98 |
| Keynsham long stay (7 days) | £39.00 | £117.00 | £234.00 | £468.00 |
Keynsham long stay permits are valid in The Labbots South, Fox & Hounds, Bath Hill
East and Station Road Car Park.
A limited number of car park permits are available at a 50% cost, on a first come first
served basis, for customers with a zero emissions vehicle. This discount is only
available on annual permits and offered until March 2022 as part of a trial. If the
vehicle is eligible and a Zero Emissions Vehicle Discount is available, applicants can
select the discounted permit or accept the standard charge. If the discount is
accepted, you are not permitted to change the vehicle registered against the permit.
This discount is not available for Keynsham car park permits.
Residents permits
| Car Park | 6 months | 12 months |
|---|---|---|
| Bedford Street | £273.75 | £547.50 |
| Brougham Hayes | £273.75 | £547.50 |
| James Street West | £273.75 | £547.50 |
| London Street | £273.75 | £547.50 |
| Southview Road | £273.75 | £547.50 |
Business permits
| Car Park | 6 months | 12 months |
|---|---|---|
| Bedford Street | £365.00 | £730.00 |
| James Street West | £365.00 | £730.00 |
| London Street | £365.00 | £730.00 |
A limited number of residential/business car park permits are available at a 50%
cost, on a first come first served basis, for customers with a zero emissions vehicle.
This discount is only available on annual permits and offered until March 2022 as
part of a trial. If the vehicle is eligible and a Zero Emissions Vehicle Discount is
available, applicants can select the discounted permit or accept the standard charge.
If the discount is accepted, you are not permitted to change the vehicle registered
against the permit.
11.3 Declaration
Purchasing a permit for a pay and display or permit holders only car park does not
require an individual declaration, applicants will however be required to accept the
terms and conditions of the permit.
By purchasing a residents or business only car park permit, you make the following
declaration:
Residents:
•
I certify that my usual place of abode is at the address given.
•
The vehicle assigned to the permit is registered to the address given or an
authorised lease / company car assigned to me.
•
I agree to surrender the permit if cease to reside within the zone specified.
•
If I do not renew my permit before it expires I will lose my space.
•
I accept that my permit(s) will be cancelled without warning if the information
provided during this application is found to be untrue.
Businesses:
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I certify that my usual place of business is at the address given.
•
The permit will only be used by visitors to the business.
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The permit will not be used by staff whose usual place of work is the address
given.
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The permit will be surrendered if the business ceases to operate within the
zone specified.
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If the permit is not renewed before it expires I will lose the space.
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I accept that the permit(s) will be cancelled without warning if the information
provided during this application is found to be untrue.
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12 Holiday Let Permits
12.1 General Information
The proprietor of any Holiday Let located within a residents’ parking zone may apply
for a permit. The Council will require applicants to provide evidence to verify the
particulars supplied on the application form.
The proprietor must pay Business Rates on the property and the property must be
available for let for over 140 days of the year.
This type of permit is intended for the sole use of guests/patrons/customers and not
members of staff or property owners.
An individual property is entitled to one Holiday Let permit. Holiday Let proprietors
with multiple properties may apply for one permit for each individual property.
Permits are valid in on street permit holder only or duel use bays in the zone for
which the permit is valid.
12.2 Cost of Permit
£100 per permit.
12.3 Declaration
By purchasing a Holiday Let permit, you make the following declaration:
•
The permit will not be used by members of staff or property owners.
•
I accept that the permit will be cancelled without warning is the information
provided during this application is found to be untrue.
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13. Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I not have a physical permit to display in my vehicle?
Our permits are digital which means there is no physical permit and nothing needs to
be displayed in the vehicle. The permit information is linked electronically to your
vehicle registration. The digital permit provides much greater protection against fraud
and should eliminate misuse. As there is no physical permit, your permit cannot be
lost or stolen.
How do I know what residents parking zone I am in?
The city has been divided into a number of different residents parking zones. A
number on the road signs within the zone identifies the zone you are in. Your permit
will only allow you to park in residents parking bays in streets within your zone.
What happens if I change my vehicle?
If you change your vehicle you must login to your account and update the vehicle
registration linked to your permit; the change will be activated immediately.
Alternatively you can telephone Parking Services or visit the One Stop Shop in
Manvers Street. Your permit will not be valid with your new vehicle until the change
has been made. You must be able to provide proof of vehicle ownership (or a letter
of authority from your supplier in the case of a lease car or an employer in the case
of a company car) if requested by Parking Services at any time.
What happens if I change my address?
If you change your address you must update your permit account and if you move
out of the zone to which the permit relates, you must cancel your resident permit;
these changes can be completed by logging into your MiPermit account. If you are
moving to a different zone, please contact Parking Services, who will advise you how
to proceed. It is a contravention to allow any type of permit to be used by an
unauthorised person.
How many permits can I have?
Bath Central Zone residents are allowed one permit per residence. Properties in the
Outer Zones in Bath or any zone in Keynsham are entitled to a maximum allocation
of two permits (both residential and business). Visitor’s permits are available to
residents in the Bath Outer Zones and are restricted to 100 paper day permits or
1000 hours if using digital stays. Visitor’s permits are available to residents in the
Bath Central Zone as part of a trial and are restricted to 100 digital hours per year.
How is a residence defined?
A residence is defined as a property being individually rated for the purpose of
Council Tax. Houses that have multiple occupants but the Council Tax is for the
whole building will be entitled to the same allocation as a single residence.
If the property is a new build, part of a University campus or the property has been
subject to a change of use (i.e. from business to residential or from house to flats)
you may not be entitled to a permit.
Will everyone need a permit?
Resident, visitor and other vehicles do not need a permit if they wish to park in an
area that is not covered by a residents parking zone, in limited waiting bays that
have a number of hours free parking as specified by the sign, off-street parking such
as a private driveway or garage or on street outside of the hours of operation of the
Residents Parking Scheme.
Blue badge holders are allowed to park in any residents or pay and display bay on
street free of charge for however long is required provided the Badge is correctly and
clearly displayed in the windscreen of the vehicle. Parking charges may apply within
car parks.
Does having a parking permit guarantee me a parking space?
A parking permit does not guarantee that you will be able to find a parking space.
Similarly having a parking permit does not give you any right to park outside your
property.
I no longer need my permit, can I get a refund?
We do not offer refunds on business on street, residents on street or visitor
allowances. We may offer a refund on any full remaining months on other permit
types, subject to the removal of a permit administration fee.
How do I know where to park?
Parking bays are marked on the road with white lines. Only park within designated
parking bays, do not park overlapping the white lines. The bays have been marked
out to allow the maximum use of the space available without vehicles causing an
obstruction. Failure to park within the bay markings may result in a PCN being
issued.
How will the Council control the scheme?
The Council is responsible for enforcement of parking restrictions throughout the
area. During patrols by Civil Enforcement Officers, vehicles will be checked to
ensure a valid permit is activated for each vehicle.
The Police remain responsible for the enforcement of obstruction offences. The
Police may issue a Fixed Penalty Notice and/or remove your vehicle if you cause an
obstruction when parking.
Unless road markings show otherwise, parking on the pavement remains a criminal
offence. Offences will be reported to the Police to undertake enforcement.
What are the rules on loading and unloading?
Single and double yellow lines mean that although you cannot park, you may be
permitted to load and unload goods or persons. Each instance will be judged on its
merits. You must not cause an obstruction and there must be evidence to the Civil
Enforcement Officer that continuous loading or unloading is taking place. If there is
no evidence of this, a PCN will be issued. For example, the terms loading and
unloading could not be applied to an able bodied person leaving their vehicle whilst
delivering or collecting a small parcel or item of shopping. Equally, do not leave your
vehicle unattended in between loads otherwise a PCN may been issued. Think
whether it is absolutely necessary for the vehicle to be parked in order to load and
unload. The goods must be either too heavy, numerous, cumbersome or bulky to
carry from a legitimate parking place. If in doubt, find a legitimate parking place.
Please check for special waiting restrictions such as bus stop clearways (indicated
by a thick solid yellow line) or loading restrictions (indicated by either one or two
yellow lines on the kerb at frequent intervals) which prohibit loading/unloading.
Can I have permits for my new development / new house?
New developments and new builds within existing zones are not normally entitled to
permits. This includes properties which may have been subject to a change in use
e.g. from business use to residential use and/or where planning permission may
have been required.
Prospective purchasers/tenants or residents/developers considering building
alterations or new builds are strongly advised to contact Parking Services for advice
regarding eligibility or implications for a Resident Parking Permit.
The policy regarding the eligibility to permits is available on the Council’s website (or
by contacting Parking Services directly) and is implemented by a Single Member
Decision. The Executive forward plan reference is E2911 and is available on the
Council website should anyone wish to view the complete document.
Can I have more permits for my property as I have converted it to
flats/bedsits?
Permits are not available to properties which are converted from their original use.
However we will always consider cases where the request for permits would not put
additional pressure on the parking currently available within a zone, provided that the
conversion of the property resulted in a lesser number of permits being required for
that property. For example a building contain 4 flats (all with a permit allowance) is
reverted to a single dwelling thus the entitlement would revert to a possible
maximum of 2 residents permits from the possible maximum of 8 residents permits.
14. Residents’ Parking Saver
14.1 General Information
Bath and North East Somerset residents get a 10% discount on daily parking
charges in Bath with the Residents’ Parking Saver. The discount is available for pay
and stay cashless purchases in Council operated car parks and on street.
To obtain the discount, residents must register at www.wanttopark.com/bathnes.
Once registered, discounted parking can only be obtained when paying for parking
through use the MiPermit cashless parking system.
The MiPermit app for Apple or Android devices can be downloaded and used to
arrange parking. Parking can also be arranged by SMS from the mobile registered
to the MiPermit account, online using the MiPermit portal or by telephone.
More details of the scheme are available at
www.bathnes.gov.uk/residentsparkingsaver
14.2 Scheme Details
Any person who regularly lives and sleeps more than four nights a week at eligible
residential premises within Bath and North East Somerset can apply for the
Residents’ Parking Saver.
Applicants must verify that they are a resident of Bath and North East Somerset
though the entry of their current unique Council tax number from their Council tax
invoice during the application process.
The vehicles used with the Residents’ Parking Saver must be registered to the
address of the MiPermit account; the vehicle registration document must be provided
to Parking Services on request. A letter of authority from the supplier is sufficient
evidence in the case of a lease car or a letter from an employer is suitable in the
case of a company car; this information must be provided if requested by Parking
Services. Failure to provide this information could lead to cancellation of access to
the Residents’ Parking Saver.
The Residents’ Parking Saver has been introduced as a benefit to residents. Abuse
of this system by allowing non-residents use of the discount may result in the
cancellation of access to the scheme for all accounts at the address registered within
MiPermit.
A Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) of up to £70 reduced by 50% if paid within 14 days,
may be issued for reasons including:
A: Failure to pay for parking
B: Overstaying the purchased parking expiry time
C: Parking in a reserved or Disabled Badge holders bay
D: Parking otherwise than wholly within a marked bay
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The purchase of parking after the issue of a PCN will not be considered as grounds
for cancelling the notice.
Customers using this service will incur a 10 pence service charge. Please note that
this will not increase the cost of the parking above the non-discounted rate.
The Residents’ Parking Saver must be renewed annually and is automatically
applied to your account if you purchase a Residents’ Permit.
The Council will require applicants to provide evidence to verify any information
provided during the application process and the Council reserve the right to request
this information at any time. Access to the Residents’ Parking Saver scheme may
be withdrawn if the terms and conditions of use, as detailed above, are breached.
14.3 Declaration
By using the Residents’ Parking Saver, you make the following declaration:
• I certify that my usual place of abode is the address given.
• I will only use the Residents’ Parking Saver for vehicles that are registered at
the address given or an authorised lease / company car assigned to me.
• I agree to surrender access to the scheme if I cease to reside within Bath and
North East Council and accept that my access to the scheme may be
cancelled automatically if the Council receives evidence that I no long live at
the registered address.
• I accept that the Council will cross reference the information I have provided
with other records including Council Tax records for the purposes of detecting
and preventing fraud.
• I accept that my access to the scheme may be withdrawn without warning if
the information provided during this application is found to be untrue or if I am
found to be abusing the system by providing non-residents access to the
Residents’ Parking Saver discount.
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