12 April 2001

Bus-Stop Parking Under Scrutiny

From Monday 23 April Christchurch City Council parking officers will be increasing the level of surveillance of bus stops along Colombo Street.
Drivers found parking on these bus stops can expect to receive offence notices.

Council parking officers will be rigorously enforcing the “no parking on bus stops” law, especially at platforms D and E of the Bus Exchange.

Drivers who park on bus stops not only disrupt buses, passengers and traffic flow, but interfere with Real Time Information, as the buses must pass a trigger point on the stops for RTI to recognise the bus arrival.

Even if parking officers do not spot offences, infringement notices are still likely to be issued to offenders, as the Council’s Parking Unit will take action on complaints from bus drivers.

The fine for parking on a bus stop is $40, however, offenders can also be fined for inconsiderate parking which carries a fine of $60, says the Parking Unit Manger, Maurice Smith.

Short-term drop-off and pick-up facilities are adjacent to the stops on Colombo Street. The Crossing Car Park, with its entrance off Lichfield Street, is also available.

Further information:

Maurice Smith: 03 941 8738.

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