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70Moderate

Parked in a loading place or bay during restricted hours without loading (off-street)

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 in a loading bay within a council-operated car park or off-street location during restricted hours without loading.

From the warden's perspective

Warden's note

Same principles as on-street loading bays. Observation time applies. Car park loading bays are often poorly signed — check whether hours are clearly posted.

Common mistakes

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

  • Insufficient CEO observation time
  • Hours not clearly signed within car park
  • Genuine loading activity taking place

Your rights

Request CEO observation log. If observation was insufficient or hours not signed, challenge.

Tags

  • car park
  • loading bay
  • off-street

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