Where a bay is dedicated for electric vehicles (EVs) only, parking is free, but a vehicle must be actively charging when occupied.
Any vehicle, including an EV, not actively charging is liable for a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN).
Some bays are shared with non-EVs. The restriction that applies in most of these cases is for a Resident parking permit to be displayed or paid parking is required.
There are also time limited bays, at rapid chargepoints and some of our fast chargepoints. An EV in an EV only bay that is plugged in is liable for a PCN if they overstay the time limit.
Make sure to check the signage on the street. Fast chargepoints have a 3-hour time limit to encourage a quicker turn around for other residents and visitors of the city to charge whilst they are out. These restrictions are currently under review to allow residents to use these bays unrestricted between 8pm and 8am.
The rapid chargepoints have a time limit of 1 hour due to the speed of the charging.
Make sure that you observe the time limits and restrictions and be aware that displaying a blue badge will not supersede the limitations. If a vehicle has exceeded the permitted times a PCN may be issued.
| Types of EV Bays | Requirements to park |
|---|---|
| EV only bay | Parking is free. Pay for EV charging. |
| Permit Holder & EV only Bay | Resident Parking Permit for zone you are parked in to be on display. Pay for EV charging. |
| Shared EV Bay | Paid parking or Resident Parking Permit for zone you are parked in to be on display. Pay for EV charging. |
Below are examples of signage for each type of bay. These are example signs only. Please make sure to read the signs fully before parking in a bay.
Text on sign: Electric vehicle recharging point only.
Text on sign: Electric vehicle recharging point only. Permit holders only. Max stay 24 hours. No return within 12 hours.
Text on sign: 9am to 8pm. Permit holders or pay by phone 01273 458458 or text 655565 quoting location 85979. Max stay 4 hours. No return within 4 hours.
Text on sign: Electric vehicle charging point online. Max stay 3 hours. No return within 4 hours.