Foreshore Area Parking Proposals

Overview

South Tyneside Council’s Traffic and Road Safety Team is seeking feedback from residents regarding a proposal to introduce permit parking in the streets surrounding the Foreshore area in South Shields.

During the summer months, this area becomes particularly busy, and parking demand often exceeds availability. This can result in visitors occupying spaces that would otherwise be used by residents. To help address this issue, we are considering the introduction of a permit parking scheme and pay and display parking.

Please see the below plans showing the proposed parking arrangements in detail.

These include:

• Permit Holders Only areas (8am–8pm)
• Permit Holders or Pay & Display bays (8am–8pm)

Plan A

Plan B

Plan C

Plan D

Permit Costs and Seasonal Operation

If the scheme is introduced, residents will be able to apply for a parking permit:

• First resident permit: Free of charge first year then £20 per year to renew. An additional permit will cost £20 per vehicle (up to a maximum of 2 resident permits per property) with consideration given to properties if additional permits are required.
• Visitor permits: £10 per book/sessions of 25 daily permits (maximum of 4 books or 100 visitor sessions) per year.
• Free permits are available for residents over 65 or those with a disabled badge

Please note: Areas not currently highlighted on the plans will still be subject to parking restrictions (such as yellow lines). These will be reviewed and addressed at a later stage once support for the proposals has been determined, and the overall scheme has been finalised.

We recognise that the proposed changes may affect some residents more than others and we encourage all residents to share their views during this consultation period.

If you would like a physical copy of the drawings, please call Parking Services on 0191 424 7900. Please note that this number is for requesting drawings only - staff will not be able to discuss the scheme. All comments must be submitted via the online survey or in writing.

Why your views matter

All views will be noted, considered and commented on come the close of this consultation.