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49Moderate

Parked wholly or partly on a cycle track or lane

Typical fine levels

This contravention is typically enforced at Band A (higher level). Amounts are shown as reduced (paid promptly) / full.

Standard parking contravention fine amounts by band and region
BandOutside LondonLondon
Band A (higher)Typical for this code£50 / £100£65 / £130
Band B (lower)£25 / £50£50 / £100

Fine amounts vary by council. The amounts shown are the standard levels set under the Civil Enforcement of Parking Contraventions regulations. Always check the exact amount on your Penalty Charge Notice.

Fine amounts are set by your issuing council and may differ. Always check the amount stated on your actual PCN.

Overview

Parked with any part of the vehicle on a designated cycle track or mandatory cycle lane.

From the warden's perspective

Warden's note

Cycle lanes must be marked with a solid or broken white line and appropriate signs. Mandatory cycle lanes (solid white line) cannot be entered by other vehicles. Advisory lanes (broken line) are advisory only and may not be enforceable in the same way.

Common mistakes

Grounds councils sometimes get wrong — worth checking against your PCN and evidence pack.

  • Advisory cycle lane mistaken for mandatory
  • Lane markings unclear or faded
  • Temporary suspension of restriction not enforced

Your rights

Check whether the cycle lane is mandatory (solid line) or advisory (broken line). Advisory lanes may not support this code.

Tags

  • cycle lane
  • cycle track
  • bicycle lane

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