Wood Terrace, South Shields

Overview

We are proposing to introduce a series of new parking and loading controls to better manage how vehicles use the street. The proposals include:

• Permit parking bays – to prioritise parking for residents and other authorised permit holders.
• Unrestricted parking bays – to provide limited general‑use parking where appropriate.
• A new loading restriction – to prevent loading and unloading at specific times where this activity causes obstruction or safety concerns.
• Retention of the existing ‘No Waiting’ restriction – which will continue to prevent parking in areas where stopping a vehicle would create safety or access issues.

These changes are intended to ensure that parking only takes place in clearly marked and suitable locations. By defining where parking and loading are permitted, the scheme aims to reduce obstructive parking, maintain traffic flow, support access for residents and businesses, and improve overall road safety.

We are now seeking your views on the proposed Traffic Regulation Order (TRO). Your feedback will help us understand how the changes may affect you and will be considered before a final decision is made.

Why your views matter

We want to understand how the proposed parking and loading changes may affect residents, businesses, and people who use the area. Your feedback helps us identify any issues we may not be aware of and ensures that the final Traffic Regulation Order reflects local needs as far as possible.

By taking part, you can:

• Share any concerns about how the proposals might impact you.
• Highlight local knowledge that could improve the design.
• Support the changes if you feel they will benefit the area.
• Suggest alternatives or adjustments the Council should consider.

All responses will be reviewed before a final decision is made, and your views will help shape the outcome of the scheme.