New Parking Limits Proposed For Car Parks in Rothwell & Desborough

Drivers could face new time limits at free car parks in Desborough and Rothwell.

North Northamptonshire Council is considering introducing a maximum three-hour stay at Market Hill in Rothwell, and at the car parks on New Street and Masefield Close in Desborough.

North Northamptonshire Council is considering introducing a maximum three-hour stay at the free car parks

The proposed restrictions would limit stays to three hours, with no return to the same car park within two hours.

The council says the measures are aimed at improving the availability and turnover of parking spaces.

They form part of a new parking strategy, which the council plans to consult residents on before any final decisions are made.

Cllr Chris McGiffen, Executive Member for Highways and Travel at North Northamptonshire Council, said: “A clear and consistent approach to parking is essential for our growing towns and communities. This draft strategy is designed to help ensure that all North Northamptonshire Council owned car parks are fair, accessible and easy to use, while also supporting local businesses by improving the availability and turnover of spaces at some sites which have been mis-used over the years.

“It is hoped that proposals to modernise our systems and harmonise tariffs could resolve the disparity of the current system, whilst improving the service and ensure that parking services remain self-sustaining for the future.”