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ParkingParking offencesParking in Auckland City is in high demand, especially during peak times. Auckland City Council parking officer's use education and enforcement to help turn over parking spaces, road safety and keeping main thoroughfares free from blockages. The following is a list of infringements that parking officer's commonly issue. Under each infringement is a list of frequently asked questions. The answers will provide you with information explaining why a parking officer has issued a particular infringement notice.
No evidence of vehicle inspection - not being a heavy motor vehicle or vehicle used in a transport serviceThe offence relates to a vehicle that does not have a current evidence of vehicle inspection sticker more commonly referred to as a warrant of fitness or WOF. Auckland City Council issues these notices to vehicles that are parked on public roads and Auckland City Council owned properties. FAQWhy have I received this notice?
I have a current warrant of fitness
The vehicle was parked outside my own home and I do not have off street parking.
My vehicle has an exemption from Land Transport New Zealand in order for me to repair my vehicle.
My vehicle failed its warrant of fitness test, but I have 28 days to complete the repairs
I displayed the check sheet on the dashboard.
My vehicle is roadworthy and only failed on a minor point.
I didn't realise my warrant of fitness was expired and was a genuine oversight but have now obtained one.
I did not receive a reminder as I have moved address.
I needed to use my vehicle to go to work on that day.
Failing to display a licence labelUnder the Transport (Vehicle and Driver Registration and Licensing) Act 1986, all vehicles must display a current licence label - more commonly called a registration label. FAQMy licence label is current why did I receive an infringement notice?
My warrant of fitness is expired and I cannot get a new licence label.
The vehicle was parked outside my own home and I do not have off street parking.
I did not receive a reminder as I have moved address.
I have a new licence label for my vehicle.
I have back paid for the period that the licence label was expired.
Parked in Pay and Display in excess of max time allowedPay and display machines assist in rationing parking in areas of high demand and these machines have proven their effectiveness. Should individuals require longer parking, numerous off-street car park facilities are designed to meet those needs, such as car parking buildings. Auckland City Council Consolidated Bylaw 1998 Transport 2006 part 25.15.5(e) states that the vehicle must be removed from a pay and display restricted area immediately on or at some time before the end of the maximum time declared for the pay and display area. The purchase of additional pay and display receipts is not permitted. When vehicles overstay the maximum parking time, other motorists can be disadvantaged. FAQI parked in a P60 pay and display area but needed to park longer so I purchased another receipt.
After my receipt expired, I moved forward three spaces and purchased another receipt.
My appointment was running overtime and I could not return to my vehicle on time.
I was only 8 minutes over the maximum time allowed not thirty minutes. I still had a valid parking receipt the officer made an error.
In a Pay and Display not displaying a receipt in manner requiredPay and display machines assist in rationing parking in areas of high demand and these machines have proven their effectiveness. It is the driver's responsibility, when electing to park in a pay and display restricted area, to obtain a parking receipt and display this on the dashboard of their vehicle, writing side up, so as to be clearly visible and conspicuous to the enforcement officer on patrol. FAQI purchased a receipt so why was an infringement notice issued?
The pay and display machine would not print a receipt. I left a note on my vehicle to let the parking officer know.
The machine would not accept my coins and I was running late for a meeting.
The shop would not exchange my $5 note for coins so I had to find somewhere else to get change.
I returned 10 minutes later with my change to buy a pay and display receipt.
I only had to pop into the shop to pick up a book.
I am not from Auckland and did not realise you had to pay and display.
Parking on Sundays has always been free, why did I receive an infringement?
The pole has two signs on it with P60 on one side and P120 on the other.
I had a valid pay and display receipt why did I receive an infringement notice?
Parked over time on pay and display receiptPay and display machines assist in rationing parking in areas of high demand and these machines have proven their effectiveness. Should individuals require longer parking, numerous off-street car park facilities are designed to meet those needs, such as car parking buildings. FAQMy appointment was running overtime and I could not return to my vehicle on time.
I put two dollars in the machine, but then I realised I needed more time so I purchased another receipt 2 minutes later.
Restricted to authorised vehicles onlyOn-street parking within Auckland City is under pressure. To assist the numerous motoring groups with their parking needs. Parking areas set aside for authorised vehicles only usually apply when a special event is being held or to specify what type of vehicle is permitted to park there. FAQI am a taxi driver and I pulled into this zone to wait for a customer to arrive.
I was a volunteer for the round the bays fun run and parked in this area, why was I towed. Obstructing a vehicle entranceA vehicle parked alongside any part of a kerb crossing provided for a driveway or within 1 m of the prolongation of the side of a driveway must be regarded as obstructing entry or exit. FAQThe owner gave me permission to park there.
The vehicle entrance is wide enough and therefore my vehicle was not causing an obstruction.
The vehicle in front was parked inconsiderately and only a small part of my vehicle was within the vehicle entrance.
The vehicle entrance looks like it was not in use that is why I parked there.
Parked on a FootpathFootpaths are designed for the safe movement of people around the streets and are not designed for vehicles. The Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004 part 6.14 states that a driver or person in charge of a vehicle must not stop, stand or park the vehicle on a footpath. FAQI only had two wheels on the footpath because the street is narrow
I was parked outside my garage why did I get this infringement?
It is a wide footpath and there is plenty of room for pedestrians to walk past Parked on a pedestrian MallThe purpose of a pedestrian mall is to provide a place where people can relax and enjoy the surroundings at all times. Moving or parked vehicles disrupt the mall's environment and increase the possibility of pedestrian accidents. People expect to move freely around the mall without having to check for vehicles. FAQI did not know I was not allowed to park there. Parked within 500mm of a fire hydrantA fire hydrant must be kept clear at all times so that access to the water supply is immediately available in case of an emergency. The handle required to operate the stop valve on a fire hydrant is one metre in length. Parking a vehicle within 500 millimetres prevents the handle from turning and may result in damage to the vehicle. The New Zealand Fire Service will use force if necessary to remove vehicles in emergencies. FAQI was not aware that there was a fire hydrant there.
Sign prohibiting parking between certain hours (Clearways)Clearways are designed for safe and smooth traffic flow on busy road during peak hours. These areas must be kept free of stationary vehicles so that other motorists are not inconvenienced. Motorists expect to use roads without unnecessary delays during peak periods. The vehicle should be removed prior to the commencement of the clearway as every minute the vehicle remains parked disadvantages other road users. FAQI was parked in a pay and display area and I paid $4.00, which gave me an hours parking
I thought the clearway restriction was further ahead as the sign was facing towards me.
I just stopped temporarily to pick up my friend.
Why did the parking officer issue an infringement notice after I was advised to move?
Parked in a GSV loading zone not being a GSVAuckland City Council endeavours to provide a comprehensive range of parking services to meet the needs of the various user groups. It aims to manage the available parking in a manner that enables as many motorists as possible the opportunity to enjoy all the facilities of our city. Auckland City Council sets aside parking areas specifically reserved for goods service vehicles. FAQI was dropping off goods why did I receive an infringement notice?
I have a station wagon why did I receive an infringement notice?
My goods service vehicle is being repaired, I displayed my business card on the dashboard of my loan vehicle yet I still received an infringement notice.
I was collecting a heavy parcel from a store; this is why I parked here.
Parked in a loading zone when not loading or unloadingTo be fair on other motorists, you must be actively loading and unloading your vehicle when parked in these zones. If you have unloaded or loaded your vehicle and are required to stay on site for a period, you must park your vehicle in a regular parking area. FAQI had to deliver a parcel to the tenth floor of the building
Failed to park as close as practical to the left / rightVehicles parked with an unacceptable amount of roadway between the vehicle and the kerb, are not deemed to be parked in the manner required by law. Road safety is compromised in such circumstances and infringement notices will be issued accordingly. FAQThe rear of my vehicle was only a bit further away from the kerb
I parked my vehicle on the traffic island to make a delivery it does not say that I cannot park there
I was parked on a one-way street
Angle parked a vehicleAngle parking is not permitted unless the controlling authority has indicated this by marking lines on the road surface. FAQOther vehicles angle park because more vehicles are able to park
Parked facing the wrong direction on a two way roadDriving across the road to park facing the wrong direction, against the traffic flow, creates a safety hazard not only to yourself but also to on-coming traffic and pedestrians. When exiting the park there is a greater risk of an accident occurring, as your span of vision is reduced. The more lanes there are, the greater the risk. FAQI am in New Zealand on holiday and it is ok to park the opposite direction in the UK
I parked in the opposite direction so that I could safely unload goods from my vehicle
Parked facing the wrong direction on a one way roadIn a one-way road, the vehicle must face in the same direction as the vehicles proceeding along the road and as close as practicable to either side of the road. One way roads are indicated by an arrow on the roadway. FAQI accessed the road from the other direction and just parked close to the intersection
Parked on a pedestrian crossingA vehicle parked on or close to, a pedestrian crossing increases the risk of accidents. The span of vision of other motorists and pedestrians is reduced. FAQThere are no signs that state I cannot park close or on a pedestrian crossing
Parked a vehicle on a grass vergeAuckland City Council Consolidated Bylaw 1998 Transport 2006 Part 25.8.2(b) does not permit vehicles to park on grass verges. The definition of a grass verge is the side of the road not occupied by the carriageway. The verge may be unformed, kerbed, grass or other. It is also illegal to park on the kerb itself. The term verge means the edge of the roadway. Vehicles parked on grass verges can cause obstruction to pedestrians who are forced to walk around the vehicle into the road, which compromises their safety. A grass berm is not equipped to carry the weight of a vehicle, whilst still protecting the underground services. Continual parking of a vehicle on a grass berm over time cause severe damage to the underground services (water pipes or phone cables). Oil leakages can also kill the grass. FAQCouncil does not maintain the grass verge so I am entitled to park on the grass verge
I was not aware of the grass verge bylaw
Parked on a broken yellow lineAuckland City Council as well as the New Zealand Police and Land Transport New Zealand considers this type of offence to be of serious concern from a road safety perspective. Broken yellow lines are placed on a road where deemed necessary as a permanent and visible warning to drivers that parking on this portion of the road is not permitted, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. One vehicle parked on, or partially on, broken yellow lines causes a physical and visual obstruction, thereby compromising the safety of other road users and pedestrians. This includes when:
FAQMy vehicle was only partly parked on broken yellow lines
It was late at night and I could not see the broken yellow lines
It was raining and I could not see the broken yellow lines
I parked where a vehicle had exited
The broken yellow lines were faded or covered with debris
Parked beside a stopped vehicle (double parked)Double parking disrupts the flow of traffic, causing a visual and physical obstruction to other motorists and pedestrians. The Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004 Part 6.11 states that a driver or person in charge of a vehicle must not stop, stand, or park the vehicle so that any other stopped motor vehicle is located between his or her vehicle and the nearest edge of the roadway. This includes when: (a) A person remains in the vehicle. FAQA vehicle was indicating that they were vacating the space
Parked in an area reserved for disabled personsAuckland City Council sets aside designated parking areas to make it easier for people with disabilities to park as close as possible to where they are going. Only mobility parking permit holders are entitled to park in these spaces, with their parking permit displayed prominently. If no permit is on display, the vehicle will be issued with an infringement notice and may be towed away. FAQI have broken my leg and cannot walk far so parked in the mobility parking space
I have a mobility-parking permit but I forgot to display it
I parked late at night and it is not likely that a mobility permit holder would use the parking space
Parked in an area for resident permit holders onlySome areas of Auckland city have limited or no residential off-street parking, particularly in the central business district. Auckland City Council operates a residential parking scheme in certain streets, providing inner city residents with limited parking spaces. These areas can be multi-purpose, providing resident permit holder parking in the evenings and regular on street parking during the day. It is always important to read all parking signs carefully. These restrictions can also be temporary in nature when a large event is being held for example a rugby game in Eden Park. FAQI am a resident in the street and I am allowed to park outside my house
I was visiting my friend who has a residential parking permit and parked in their space
I park in this street regularly and today I received an infringement
I did not see the signs when I parked early in the morning.
I am a resident in the street who does not have a permit but I was not aware that temporary resident signs had been erected
I left my vehicle parked on the street without a permit while I was away on holiday
Kept a vehicle stationary on a roadParking officers will issue infringement notices to vehicles that are kept stationary on a road other than for the bona fide purposes of travel. If a vehicle is not regularly in use it should be kept stored off the road on private property. FAQMy vehicle was parked outside of my house
How do you know the vehicle has not been used? Parked in an area restricted to two-wheeled vehiclesAuckland City Council endeavours to provide a comprehensive range of parking services to meet the needs of the various user groups. It aims to manage the available parking in a manner that enables as many motorists as possible the opportunity to enjoy all the facilities of our city. Auckland City Council sets aside areas restricted to two-wheeled vehicles only, so that motorcycles, bicycles and the like have an area to legally park. Vehicles not of this class who park in these areas further restrict the already limited space set aside for them. FAQThis area was free of bikes when I parked
Parked on Auckland City Council reserveAuckland City Council prides itself on the many reserves provided within Auckland City. These Reserves are used daily by people enjoying the features they provide. Vehicles that are parked within the reserves restrict the safe access and movement of people within these areas, and cause damage to the grass. The on-going maintenance and development of reserves by the Council's Parks department is also hindered. FAQI was attending the teddy bears picnic at the domain and everyone else parked their vehicles on the grass
Parked in excess of maximum authorised timeAs with any large city, traffic flow and on-street parking is under pressure. I acknowledge that not everyone will be able to park when and where they require it. Time restricted parking creates the opportunity for a fair turnover of available on-street parking. By overstaying the maximum authorised time, other motorists wishing to park can be disadvantaged. FAQI moved three spaces ahead of where I had parked
The meeting was running late and I could not leave to move the vehicle
I was only 8 minutes over the maximum time allowed not thirty minutes
I had a valid pay and display receipt why did I receive an infringement notice?
Parked contrary to a sign no parking at all timesNo stopping restrictions are installed in areas where vehicles are not permitted to park, the area is required to be free of vehicles. These restrictions can be fixed to apply at certain times on specific days or can be temporary in nature when road resealing is undertaken by Auckland City Council maintenance contractors. Parking a vehicle in these zones can cause obstruction to the traffic flow and inconvenience other motorists. FAQI was not aware that the road was going to be resealed
Parked in an area restricted to police vehiclesAuckland City Council sets aside parking areas for authorised police vehicles and they must be kept clear of other vehicles. FAQI parked on Kingdon Street at 11pm outside the District Court, the police don't need to park there after court hours
I had to go to the police station to make a statement
Parked a vehicle not being a taxi in a taxi standAreas within the city set aside for taxis. Taxi stands must be kept clear at all times to allow these vehicles to provide a service to the public. This ensures passengers are able to enter or exit a taxi safely without disrupting the flow of traffic. Taxi stands apply 24 hours a day, seven days a week, unless otherwise stated on the sign. FAQThere were no taxi vehicles parked there and I was just picking up my friend
My vehicle is a taxi, why did I receive an infringement notice?
Parked in a bus parking areaAuckland City Council endeavours to provide a comprehensive range of parking services to meet the needs of the various user groups. Due to the size of buses, parking areas do not readily accommodate them and therefore, these areas are placed throughout the city. Parking in a bus parking area reduces the number of available bus parking areas. These areas can be multi-purpose, providing bus parking in the evenings and regular on street parking during the day. It is always important to read all parking signs carefully. FAQI was parked at the front of the bus parking area and there was plenty of room behind me
Parked in an area restricted to licensed street stallsStall Holders pay a fee in order to place their stalls on street. These stalls provide goods and services to the public, for example, hot food in areas of high demand during the evening like Shortland Street and Fort Street. People who park their vehicles in these zones can prevent the stallholder from conducting their business. These areas can be multi-purpose, providing licensed street stallholder parking in the evenings and regular on street parking during the day. It is always important to read all parking signs carefully. FAQI did not realise it was a restricted area as I have parked here before without being towed
Parked in an area prohibited between certain hours/daysNo Stopping zones are designed for the safe and smooth traffic flows and must be kept free of stationary vehicles so that other motorists are not inconvenienced. FAQI was parked on a suburban street and did not realise that here was a no stopping restriction
Parked in a bus stopBus stops must be kept clear at all times to allow buses (large passenger vehicles) to park close to the kerb. This ensures passengers are able to enter or exit a bus safely and that traffic flow is not disrupted. One vehicle parked on a bus stop can hinder a bus from safely manoeuvring into and out of the area. Parking on a bus stop is not permitted, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, unless otherwise stated on the sign. These areas can be multi-purpose, providing bus stops during peak hours and other restriction applicable at other times. It is always important to read all parking signs carefully. FAQThere was plenty of space for the bus to park
Parked close to bend obstructing trafficA vehicle parked close to a bend or an intersection increases the risk of accidents. The span of vision of other motorists and pedestrians is reduced. In addition, motorists turning can be forced into another lane or on-coming traffic to get around a parked vehicle. FAQI have always parked this way outside my house
One registration plate affixedAll vehicles on the road are required, by law, to have both a front and rear registration plate affixed and displayed on the vehicle at all times. Both plates are required to be affixed in an upright position, and displayed so that every letter, figure, and distinguishing mark on the plate is easily visible. FAQI have a sticker plate that I had specially made for my vehicle
My vehicle was involved in an accident and I had to wait for the bumper to be repaired
I did display the registration plate it was on the dashboard of my vehicle
Registration plate obscuredAll vehicles on the road are required, by law, to have both front and rear registration plates displayed in a manner so that they are not obscured. FAQI have both registration plates attached to my vehicle
Last updated May 2008
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