A parking suspension is similar to a dispensation however it temporarily removes the parking regulations in place (or in a designated part of it) and prevents parking of unauthorised vehicles.

Signs explaining the dates and reason for the suspension will be displayed on site before and during the suspension making other road users aware of the temporary arrangements in place.    

A suspension therefore reserves a specific parking space, e.g. for removal vehicles, essential building works, etc. Parking for all other motorists is prohibited but allows parking for authorised vehicle(s) or a safe working zone for the applicant.  

When will a suspension be granted?

When it would be appropriate for a suspension to be granted.

Parking suspensions will generally be granted for:  

• Essential building/maintenance/repair works  
• Shop fitters  
• Removal companies  
• Filming  
• Special events  
• A safe working zone where traffic movement and safety are a concern for the applicant  

Suspension fees and charges

Suspension administration fee and charges cover the cost of investigation, site review, suspension signage, reservation of location, administration and issue of the suspension and any subsequent inspections. 

Parking suspensions prohibit the use of the parking place by any other user and therefore it is our intention to keep suspensions to a minimum.  For this reason a tiered charging structure is applied, whereby the longer the suspension the higher the cost incurred each day.  

On-street - a unit of suspension is up to a maximum of 2 longitudinal parking bays or up to 12 metres in length.  

Charges for periods of longer than 28 days are available on application (as a formal licence agreement with conditions may be required)     

On-street - A unit of suspension is up to a maximum of 2 longitudinal parking bays or up to 12 metres in length.  

£25	Administration fee per Suspension application (non- refundable)
£5	Cost per bay suspension per day (Day 1 to 7)
£10	Cost per bay suspension per day (Day 8 to 14)
£15	Cost per bay suspension per day (Day 15 to 21)
£20	Cost per bay suspension per day (Day 22 to 28)
£25	Over 28 Days - Cost per bay suspension unit per day

  

On- Street - A unit of suspension for non-longitudinal bays - cost per bay per day  

£25	Administration fee per Suspension application (non- refundable)
£2.50	Cost per bay suspension per day (Day 1 to 7)
£5	Cost per bay suspension per day (Day 8 to 14)
£7.50	Cost per bay suspension per day (Day 15 to 21)
£10	Cost per bay suspension per day (Day 22 to 28)
£12.50	Over 28 Days - Cost per bay suspension unit per day

  

 Off Street- Flat rate per bay per day 

£25	Administration fee per Suspension application (non- refundable)
£2.50	Cost per bay suspension per day (Day 1 to 7)
£5	Cost per bay suspension per day (Day 8 to 14)
£7.50	Cost per bay suspension per day (Day 15 to 21)
£10	Cost per bay suspension per day (Day 22 to 28)
£12.50	Over 28 Days - Cost per bay suspension unit per day

   Where parking charges apply the day rate per parking bay will be applied. 

* Price On Application - a formal licence agreement with conditions may be required  

Charges for the use of off-street car parks are available on application (as a formal licence agreement with conditions may be required)    

Cancellations may be subject to charges depending on the notice provided.

Suspension exemptions

Emergency utilities works are exempt from the notice period and charges. 

Some special events may be exempt for example Royal visits, Armed Forces days and Remembrance parades.  

Apply for a suspension

To apply for a suspension, please email parkingdispensations@northumberland.gov.uk 10 working days before the date of the suspension commencement (except in emergencies). When applying for a suspension, you must provide:

• The location where you require the suspension, include full details. 
• The restriction you would like to be suspended.   
• Reasons and details about the suspension request. 
• If applicable vehicle(s) type, make and registration.  
• The length of suspension (Start & End date). 
• Business/Traders name  
• Mobile phone number  
• Email address  
• You agree to the terms and conditions that apply.

Depending on your request a site visit may be required.   

We will calculate the cost of the suspension including a £25 administration fee and site visit fee (where applicable), payable within 28 days of receiving the invoice.

You will not be able to park in contravention of any parking restrictions unless your application has been approved.

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