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Ealing, Code 28, Parked in a special enforcement area on part of
the carriageway raised to meet the level of a footway
By: SkinSoSoft Date: March 14, 2026, 7:14 am
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The alleged contravention occurred at Stanhope Park Road,
Greenford, UB6 9LT
Code 28, Parked in a special enforcement area on part of the
carriageway raised to meet the level of a footway, cycle track
or verge.
Hi, thank you for any help you can offer. There were no
signposts or road markings to say that you couldn't park there,
there was no CPZ and it is a residential road. I attach photos
of the ticket and my car.
It happened on 12 March at 1248. He didn't even wait anytime and
issued it as soon as he saw it. Could you help me find grounds
for appeal please?
What's strange is that on Google Maps there appears to be a red
road patch, that is raised, but that is not in my photos. The
bollards are there on Google Maps...but the red tarmac is not in
my images
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Back of ticket
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Have uploaded cleaner pics of ticket
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Re: Ealing, Code 28, Parked in a special enforcement area on par
t of the carriageway raised to meet the level of a footw
By: John U.K. Date: March 14, 2026, 10:13 am
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The Council will probably argue that the road has been raised to
assist pedestrians/wheelchairs crossing the road.
Looking at Google, cars have been parking there (on both sides
of the road) since at least 2008, so you may have an argument of
'legitimate expectation'.
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Re: Ealing, Code 28, Parked in a special enforcement area on par
t of the carriageway raised to meet the level of a footw
By: SkinSoSoft Date: March 14, 2026, 10:21 am
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Hi, thank you for your response. The Google image shows a red
tarmac raised area but it is no longer there it seems. It's very
strange.
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Re: Ealing, Code 28, Parked in a special enforcement area on par
t of the carriageway raised to meet the level of a footw
By: stamfordman Date: March 14, 2026, 11:02 am
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What are the PCN number and car VRM.
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Re: Ealing, Code 28, Parked in a special enforcement area on par
t of the carriageway raised to meet the level of a footw
By: SkinSoSoft Date: March 14, 2026, 1:13 pm
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PCN Number: AO08943920
Vehicle Registration Mark: EU22OHC
I've uploaded clearer images of the ticket now. Hope that helps.
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Re: Ealing, Code 28, Parked in a special enforcement area on par
t of the carriageway raised to meet the level of a footw
By: stamfordman Date: March 14, 2026, 1:28 pm
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We've seen such cases where councils think an entire raised road
table at a junction is an enforcement area for a pedestrian
crossing but this is not on in my view. The kerbside where you
would normally find a crossing at the corners yes and they are
sometimes marked with tactile paving, and here the corners have
posts that I reckon demarcate crossing points.
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Re: Ealing, Code 28, Parked in a special enforcement area on par
t of the carriageway raised to meet the level of a footw
By: stamfordman Date: March 14, 2026, 1:35 pm
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OK so we had another case here and prospects were deemed poor
but no conclusion. Plus one adjudicated case refused.
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Re: Ealing, Code 28, Parked in a special enforcement area on par
t of the carriageway raised to meet the level of a footw
By: SkinSoSoft Date: March 16, 2026, 8:56 am
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Hi, thank you for your responses. Apologies for delay getting
back to you. I had a surprise visit yesterday and couldn't check
the messages. I am amazed to see you have pictures of my actual
car with a ticket on. I daren't ask how you did that! I've just
had a look at what an AI said about a code 28 and it said that
some cases maybe allowed in some circumstances but went on to
say: "Even in these cases, a 1.5-metre pedestrian gap must be
maintained on the footway, and the vehicle must not block
dropped kerbs or crossings."
Do you think I could argue that there is 1.5 metre's between the
nearest bollard and my car and stress the road is very wide road
and therefore was not an obstruction? Should I also mention that
the pavement is no longer red as it is in Google images so it's
not easy to see it's a special case? You are allowed to park on
speed bumps I think?
I'm not quite sure how to even start this letter to them, but it
seems I was parked as exactly the same place as the
[member=2811]AshNaz87[/member] post you shared, just facing the
opposite direction. It looks 1.5 metres roughly from the
bollard.
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If I were to add the 'legitimate expectation' argument that
@JohnU.K
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mentioned, how
would I know that if I hadn't googled it? Not quite sure how to
frame that.
Finally, I am a mobile podiatrist and am seeing a very elderly
patient who is also being seen by a district nurse as they have
specific and severe problems due to bilateral wounds. I am their
private practitioner but am an important part of their urgent
healthcare: An AI said I could appeal on those grounds too,
namely:
AI said
Yes, podiatrists can appeal a parking ticket (Penalty Charge
Notice or PCN) received during home visits, but success depends
on the specific circumstances and evidence provided.
While there is no automatic exemption under Code 28 for
podiatrists, councils may accept appeals based on mitigating
circumstances, especially if the stop was for a legitimate
medical home visit.
Key Points for Appeal:
Medical Purpose: Clearly state that the stop was for an NHS or
private home visit providing essential foot care, particularly
for vulnerable patients (e.g., diabetic, elderly, or immobile).
Supporting Evidence: Include documentation such as:
A letter from the patient confirming the appointment
Patient notes (with confidentiality respected)
NHS referral form or care plan
Proof of HCPC registration and professional ID
Emergency or Urgency: If applicable, highlight urgent clinical
need (e.g., infected wound, risk of amputation), though this is
not equivalent to a life-threatening emergency.
Appeal Process:
Informal Challenge: Submit within 14–28 days of the PCN. Many
councils cancel tickets if reasonable justification is given.
Formal Representation: If the first appeal is rejected.
Independent Appeal (POPLA or London Tribunals): Final stage,
free to use and often favorable to healthcare professionals with
strong evidence.
Some councils have shown leniency for healthcare providers
making home visits, even without formal exemptions.
Grateful for any further advice. TY
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Re: Ealing, Code 28, Parked in a special enforcement area on par
t of the carriageway raised to meet the level of a footw
By: stamfordman Date: March 16, 2026, 2:32 pm
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It's an informal challenge and needs to be brief and don't use
AI.
I'll suggest something later.
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Re: Ealing, Code 28, Parked in a special enforcement area on par
t of the carriageway raised to meet the level of a footw
By: SkinSoSoft Date: March 17, 2026, 4:33 am
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Ok [member=2249]stamfordman[/member] Just getting worried that
if I need to gather evidence I have to start doing that soon. I
wouldn't have used AI to write the actual letter, I just wanted
to get some ideas. Very much the appreciate and prefer expert
advice here. TIA have a good day.
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