REPRESENTATIONS RECEIVED

I am writing to formally object to the proposed re-definition of the R30 Layerthorpe Residents’ Priority Parking Area which seeks to exclude Glen House from the said zone.  This objection is lodged in accordance with the guidelines provided in the Notice of Proposals and the Road Traffic Regulation Act, 1984.

I wish to draw your attention to the fact that I was granted a one-year parking permit by York Council for the R30 Layerthorpe area.  This permit significantly influenced my decision to rent my current Property, as the availability of parking was a primary concern and a deciding factor.  Had I been aware that the permit would be rendered invalid due to the exclusion of Glen House from the priority parking Area, I would have reconsidered my rental decision.

The removal of Glen House from the R30 zone not only undermines the conditions under which I agreed to rent my property but also adversely affects my daily life.  My only alternative would be to park my vehicle in the area of Tanghall.  This would not only invalidate my car insurance due to parking outside the permitted zone but also increase the risk to my personal safety.  As a young woman, I do not feel comfortable walking alone from my car to my residence, especially during the nighttime.  This presents a significant concern for my well-being and contradicts the council’s duty to ensure the safety and security of its residents.

The proposed changes will significantly reduce my access to parking amenities, The potential loss of parking amenities would force me to consider relocating, which is a daunting prospect given the current economic and rental market conditions.  Such a move would not only be inconvenient but also a source of considerable stress and financial strain.

Furthermore, the re-definition of the parking area boundary appears to be an afterthought to comply with a previously unenforced planning condition.  This oversight should not be rectified at the expense of current residents who have made decisions based on the existing terms.

It is important to note that there is an abundance of parking spaces available within the permitted area, indicating that the current residents are not in contention for parking spots.  The proposed exclusion of Glen House seems unnecessary and unjustified.

I urge you to consider the impact this re-definition will have on me, and to find a solution that does not negatively affect my rights and amenities.  The parking amenity within the local area for qualifying permit holders should not be improved by disadvantaging others, particularly when they have made significant life choices based on the assurances provided by the council.

Should you require further discussion on this matter, I am available for a meeting or a call.  I trust that you will take my concerns into consideration and look forward to a resolution that upholds the interests of all affected parties.

I’ve left you a voicemail as well. 

I’ve received a letter in the mailbox about a redefinition of the resident’s priority parking area for 1-7 Glen House. 

I’ve moved into this building not even a month ago and have been approved a parking permit for a year, which I’ve also paid for. 

I do not work in the city and need my car for my work, without the ability to park, I will either be out of a job, which has far reaching impacts  such as finding a new place to live. 

I am a loval resident and believe I have the same rights as other local residents. I pay and use all the same services. 

Please let me know what is required for the permit to remain valid. So far, there has always been plenty of parking in the area, never a moment when it’s full or taking space away from other permit holders, therefore the reasons stated in this letter are moot. 

Hope you’ve been well. 

I believe today was the last day to get any further objections to you.  

To add to my objection to remove all permits to this building, I’d like to add:

I’ve taken photos over the last couple of weeks (some of which are below) at different times of day, covering weekdays evenings when one would assume most cars to be abound, along with weekends and there is always plenty of space for additional cars around our block on a number of streets. Perhaps a further survey could be conducted to understand the resident parking behaviour in this area anew, rather than rely on historic information. 

I never have an issue parking around the building. 

Walking around the immediate area many homes have designated parking bays, garages and drives. 

If there was an over population issue when the planning for this building was approved, could it be reviewed now? 

Or is there a halfway point, where vehicle permits are allowed but they have to meet certain low emission zone standards for example? 

Let me know when the date is for the decision to be made. 

I have just moved into Glen House. I have just reviewed your letter dated 26th July 2024 regarding redefining the Residents' Priority Parking Area to exclude the property. I wanted to clarify what this means in the future with regards to parking my vehicle in the area? I am a doctor, and my work necessitates a car.

I'd like to object to the proposed amendment to the Traffic Regulation Order as detailed in your previous email.

Firstly, my profession as a doctor necessitates having a car as I could be made to work in any of the regions covered by the Yorkshire and Humber deanery. I thoroughly enjoy living in York and working with and for its residents, and have just relocated back here after 2 years away, moving 300 miles away from my partner to do so. As far as I can tell from the council website, my only alternative would end up costing £1600 per year for a season ticket, a charge which I am unable to afford and would greatly affect my ability to serve the people of York, and my personal life.

Secondly, it is my understanding the reason the development is being excluded is because it is a larger development per your guidelines, and the main reason is to prevent the parking areas from becoming too congested. I have attached photographs that I have taken of the road immediately behind the flat at various times of day since my initial email. Despite this building and its occupants currently being eligible for permits, there are ample spaces, and the available spaces are largely underutilised. I do not believe this development or its residents are causing the road to be congested. In addition, this photo does not include other regularly free spaces in the immediate vicinity.

I would be grateful to hear more regarding this proposal as it continues.

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