The council made it a priority to work with the community to ensure the new Parking Strategy reflects the needs of everyone across the borough.
As a result of this, one of the key decisions following a consultation was to keep the daily visitor permits as residents overwhelmingly stated abolishing them would be unfair to those living in Controlled Parking Zones (CPZ) with longer hours.
There were also concerns it would negatively impact those supporting individuals with specific needs and the significant cost increase.
A number of other changes will be rolled out to efficiently manage road space and prioritise parking for those in need following this collaborative consultation exercise.
These include a free permit for Blue Badge holders who work in Haringey but live outside the borough, similar to the existing Resident Virtual Blue Badge Permit. Business visitor permits will also be available, offering short-stay options to support local businesses.
Cllr Seema Chandwani, Cabinet Member for Resident Services & Tackling Inequality, said:
This decision is a testament to the power of community engagement. By listening to our residents and businesses about their personal experiences, I know we have made the best decisions for our borough.
Conducting this consultation and acting on the feedback has been crucial in developing a parking system that aligns with the community’s needs.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the consultation. Some responses proposed alternative ideas, and we will explore these further. This collaborative approach allows us to see what works best before finalising decisions about your services.
We remain committed to working with our community to tailor our decisions to their needs and enhance their wellbeing.
The Parking Strategy which was co-designed with the community to manage road space effectively in Haringey launched in July 2024. A total of 10 policy changes were proposed to support the new strategy, aimed at accommodating the borough's growth and providing support for local businesses and residents, particularly those with disabilities.
More information on the new Parking Strategy and detailed decisions on each proposal, can be found here.
