22 February: Elmbridge to introduce parking discounts focussed on those who need it most and in support of our high streets
Our Elmbridge owned car parks represent a vital aspect of a thriving borough, supporting our high streets and villages. They are important for a sustainable Elmbridge through the electric vehicle charging points that contribute to our net zero ambitions, as well as supporting our financial sustainability; car park net income is invested in environmental services such as recycling, street cleaning, and recreational open space, and this is to the benefit of all.
While we are increasing charges in our car parks, from April 2024 we are introducing parking discounts focussed on those who need it most and in support of our high streets.
- A discounted car parking permit scheme for people on lower income and key workers who work in Elmbridge, acknowledges the importance of their contribution to our community and helps local businesses to recruit and retain staff. If parking in one of our town centre car parks. This discount could save eligible residents over £1,200 per year.
- Discounted car parking permit scheme for small businesses which will save the business owner over £1,200 per year if parking in one of our town centre car parks.
- Discounted parking permits for residents have been extended to more car parks and prices are frozen for 2024/25. For several years we been supporting residents who do not have off-street parking and live near our car parks with discounted car parking permits. This scheme is especially popular with those residents living in flats above our high streets, and we have also added more car parks to this scheme.
- Continuation of 30-minute free parking trial in Walton-on-Thames encouraging more visitors to experience the retail and leisure offering in Walton, until March 2025.
Our aim is to provide and manage a range of safe, secure, well-maintained and affordable off-street car parking that meets the needs of residents, shoppers, businesses, visitors and commuters in a way to ensure the long term economic, social and environmental wellbeing of the borough.
Cllr Robin Stephen
Portfolio Holder, Planning, Enterprise and Local Economy