THE City of Whittlesea has responded to questions from the Whittlesea Review following last week’s story about a local resident who was fined while his car was parked in his son’s driveway.
A Council spokesperson said the City of Whittlesea does not comment on individual infringement matters but emphasised that parking restrictions are enforced in accordance with the Road Safety Road Rules 2017 (Vic) and Council’s Local Laws.
“Council officers enforce parking restrictions in accordance with the Road Safety Road Rules 2017 (Vic) and Council’s Local Laws to ensure safety, accessibility and fair use of public spaces,” the spokesperson said.
“Under Victorian road rules, a vehicle must not be parked in a way that obstructs a footpath, nature strip, or access to a property. Even when parking in a private driveway, any part of a vehicle that extends over a footpath or nature strip creates a safety hazard, particularly for people with a disability, parents with prams and others using the footpath.”
The spokesperson added that anyone who believes a fine has been issued in error, or who has special circumstances, can request a review.
Details on how to seek a review are available on the Council’s website at www.whittlesea.vic.gov.au/fines or by calling 9217 2170.
