West Northamptonshire Council has confirmed that off-street parking charges will resume on Friday, May 1. The decision follows a temporary suspension of fees after a technical error disrupted the implementation of new parking arrangements earlier this month.
Motorists will see tariffs revert to the original pricing structure that was in effect prior to April 1. Drivers using council-run car parks and on-street bays are urged to verify local signage and payment machines before completing transactions to ensure they are paying the correct rate, while also staying updated on digital connectivity support available at local libraries.
📌 Key Parking Details
- Restart Date: Friday, May 1
- Bank Holiday: Free parking on Monday, May 4
- Weekends: Two hours of free parking remains on Saturdays and Sundays
- Tariff Level: Reversion to pre-April 1 rates
Refund process for April overcharges
Officials are currently developing a mechanism to facilitate refunds for individuals who were subject to incorrect charges throughout April. This system is expected to be finalized shortly, with specific instructions to be issued via official municipal digital channels.
Weekend and holiday concessions
Despite the return of standard fees, existing concessions remain in place to support local high street footfall. This includes the standard two-hour free parking window during weekends and the full suspension of charges for the upcoming Bank Holiday on Monday, May 4.
Motorists are advised that enforcement officers will resume monitoring all zones from the May 1 restart date to ensure compliance with the reinstated Parking charges. Further technical updates regarding the payment apps and physical meters are being finalized to prevent a recurrence of the April billing issues.
Source: West Northamptonshire Council
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