Manchester Council execute new parking scheme for Moss Side community

• Manchester City Council implement new parking scheme in Moss Side
• Residents, business owners and carers are eligible for a permit
• The scheme aims to improve road safety and parking within the community

The council have implemented an improved parking scheme for residents in Moss Side to solve problems with traffic.

The scheme means that residents in the area can apply for a permit to park on specific streets between arranged hours, free of charge. It covers over 4,600 households.

The project prevents non-permit holders from parking outside homes, shops and care homes between 10am and 6pm.

The scheme also puts a stop to parking on footpaths and improves safety of pedestrians while emending the flow of traffic and road security.

Pre-parking scheme

In 2021, the council contacted residents with a proposal for a parking scheme to gauge interest.

Councillor Angeliki Stogia, said: “Through this scheme, we aim to help residents park more conveniently in their neighbourhood, while also making sure that essential access to the area’s many businesses is maintained”

The council held online sessions welcoming people to ask questions and to discuss their concerns about the scheme, resulting in the success of the current project.

Councillor Mahadi Mahamed

Mahadi, who is a councillor for Moss Side, told NQ: “There have been problems with parking in areas of Moss Side for some time. Residents have asked us to tackle this issue”.

He said residents “can change the visiting vehicles regeneration number online unlimited times”.

Parking bays have also been provided, meaning residents with permits can park for an unlimited amount of time, but rules are specific to the area and can be found on nearby signs.

Permits are identified via car registration numbers and supporting evidence is required during the application process. People can apply here.