How to organise parking permits for your moving company.

London, the capital city of the United Kingdom, is the busiest metropolis in the country, and driving in the city centre may be a hard experience for anybody, as well as moving company. If you want to drive in or near London, you should be aware of the city’s parking laws and limitations, and often parking permits is needed.

Closely inspect the signs.

It is always vital to closely research the signs to determine whether or not any restrictions are imposed. 

In congested city locations, some parking bays limit the length of time a vehicle may park in order to reduce traffic congestion. Sometimes there are parking spots available where you may park whenever you want with no time limit, but usually its quite rare, that moving van can fit there.

Loading bays.

The best option for parking in busy city for moving companies are Loading bays. They are marked with special signs and usually have some time restrictions applied. Moving whole flat or house, loading bays wont be the option, was usually they have time restrictions up to 1h or less. So, if your move will take more than 1h to load and unload, then definitely you need look for different parking solutions, what are described below.

Parking meters.

Parking meters are second most popular parking options, if you need a parking in London. You can find all the parking information on the parking meters, located next to parking space.

In most areas in London, parking meters can be used free after a particular time in the evening and certain times on weekends. Also, you are able to pay the parking charge using your mobile application, if such a sign is marked.

Parking restrictions – double yellow or red line.

There are many places in London, which are marked with double yellow or red lines, it means no parking is allowed at anytime. Exceptions are, if special sign is showing time, when parking is allowed. Not following these rules, you will get a parking ticket, what can be between 60£ – 120£.

So it is important to get a parking permit, if you need one for your moving van. Usually you can get on from your local council, contacting them and providing vehicle registration number. To save money and get a stress free moving, it is suggest to find professional and reliable moving company, what will guide you through the all the process.

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