Pay and Display Machine Rationalisation

Overview

We want to know your views on our plans to improve our streets and save money by reducing the number of pay and display machines.  The aim of this survey is to find out whether and how these proposals could work.

Camden has over 800 pay and display machines.  As well as taking up space they are costly to maintain and are prone to vandalism and theft.

As part of a trial for this proposal some pay and display machines will be out of service from Monday 9 September until Friday 4 October 2013.

Cashless parking allows motorists to pay for parking over the telephone or via a smartphone application.  It also allows them to top up their original payment to stay for longer (up to the maximum stay) without returning to their vehicle. Motorists can also choose to receive a text reminder when a session is ending. Allowing topping up has resulted in fewer Penalty Charge Notices being issued, and we want to encourage all motorists to benefit from this added flexibility.

The proposal is part of our commitment to finding better ways to provide the best value services across the borough. As part of the Camden plan we want to create a more sustainable environment and one that is attractive and clear of street clutter.

Since the introduction of cashless parking in 2011 we have seen a high take up of the service and therefore believe we can reduce the number of machines on street without impacting on businesses or visitors to the area.

Maps showing the trial locations are available at the Trial Location Maps link below.

Why your views matter

The purpose of the consultation is to ensure that we are aware of your views and concerns and how you believe these will affect you.  We can then work to find effective solutions to mitigate your concerns and take what you say into acccount as part of the decision making process.