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#Post#: 107260--------------------------------------------------
Re: Parked in a "special enforcement" area adjacent to
the footway: Code 27
DIR By: stamfordman
Date: January 24, 2026, 1:11 pm
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Draft a challenge and we'll tweak it.
A picture at a right angle to the area of contention would be
best.
#Post#: 107266--------------------------------------------------
Re: Parked in a "special enforcement" area adjacent to
the footway: Code 27
DIR By: Mana
Date: January 24, 2026, 3:02 pm
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--- Quote from: stamfordman link ---
>
> Draft a challenge and we'll tweak it.
>
> A picture at a right angle to the area of contention would be
best.
>
--- End Quote ---
I'll start working on it now.
#Post#: 107614--------------------------------------------------
Re: Parked in a "special enforcement" area adjacent to
the footway: Code 27
DIR By: Mana
Date: January 27, 2026, 8:08 pm
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Here it is:
--- Quote ---
> PCN Number:
> Vehicle Registration:
> Date of Issue: 20 January 2026
> Location: Seacourt Road, Abbey Wood
>
>
> Subject: Formal Challenge against PCN [no].
>
> I am writing to challenge the above-mentioned Penalty Charge
Notice (PCN) issued for the alleged contravention: "Parked in a
special enforcement area adjacent to a footway, cycle track or
verge lowered to meet the level of the carriageway."
>
> I believe the PCN was issued incorrectly for the following
reasons:
>
>
> 1. No Obstruction to Pedestrian or Vehicle Access
>
> The dropped kerb in question appears to serve a small
pedestrian gate. My vehicle was positioned in a way that left
"more than enough space" for pedestrians, including wheelchair
users, to enter or exit the gate unimpeded. Furthermore, the
vehicle was not parked in front of the primary large gates
nearby, which are used for vehicle access.
>
>
> 2. Lack of Clarity and De Minimis
>
> There are no road markings (such as a white "H-bar") or
signage indicating that this specific area is a restricted
"special enforcement area". Given that the overhang is entirely
trivial and does not interfere with the purpose of the lowered
kerb (pedestrian crossing or vehicle access), I request that
this PCN be cancelled on the grounds of de minimis.
>
>
> The vehicle was only stationary for approximately 6-7 minutes
while I collected an item from a nearby property. In light of
the evidence showing no actual obstruction and the wheels
remaining on the standard kerb line, I trust you will find it
appropriate to cancel this notice.
--- End Quote ---
Is this a good start?
#Post#: 107638--------------------------------------------------
Re: Parked in a "special enforcement" area adjacent to
the footway: Code 27
DIR By: stamfordman
Date: January 28, 2026, 4:46 am
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This isn't quite right. I'll tweak it later.
#Post#: 108305--------------------------------------------------
Re: Parked in a "special enforcement" area adjacent to
the footway: Code 27
DIR By: Mana
Date: February 1, 2026, 1:40 pm
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How is it not quite right, if I may ask?
#Post#: 108311--------------------------------------------------
Re: Parked in a "special enforcement" area adjacent to
the footway: Code 27
DIR By: stamfordman
Date: February 1, 2026, 3:26 pm
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I did this which is better. They'll probably reject at this
stage though.
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I am challenging the PCN as the contravention did not occur. No
part of my vehicle was adjacent to a part of the footway lowered
for the purposes set out in the legislation.
As you can see from your CEO’s pictures, only a trivial portion
of my car extends beyond the sloping kerb to the fully lowered
part, and I enclose my own picture showing that this sloping
kerb is adjacent to a pedestrian gate and is at the opposite end
of the lowered portion of the footway.
At the other end is a vehicle access gate but my car was not in
any way adjacent to this. It is clear that the lowered area
extends beyond where it should be.
I only parked there briefly while I collected an iPad from a
friend and I was careful to ensure I was well away from the
vehicle gate.
I trust that given no contravention occurred you will cancel the
PCN and look forward to your early confirmation.
#Post#: 113171--------------------------------------------------
Re: Parked in a "special enforcement" area adjacent to
the footway: Code 27
DIR By: Mana
Date: March 13, 2026, 12:56 pm
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--- Quote from: stamfordman link ---
>
> I did this which is better. They'll probably reject at this
stage though.
>
--- End Quote ---
Thanks. Unfortunately, that is the case...
--- Quote ---
> Thank you for your recent communication in connection with the
above Penalty Charge Notice (PCN).
> The PCN was issued as your vehicle was parked in front of a
section of footway, cycle track or verge lowered to meet the
level of the carriageway.
>
> Having reviewed the case, we have decided not to cancel the
PCN. The reasons for our decision and the options available to
you at this stage are set out below.
>
> your correspondence indicates that you do not believe that
your vehicle was causing an obstruction.
>
> Our Civil Enforcement Officers (CEOs) act on behalf of the
Council and as such are trained to issue PCNs only when they
witness a violation of either, the council's parking policy or
the rules of the Highway Code.
>
> Having now reviewed all the photos and evidence relating to
your case that I have available to me, I can see that your
vehicle was indeed parked in contravention of the rules and that
the PCN was correctly issued.
>
> when parking it remains the motorist's responsibility to
adhere to the Highway Code, as well as any signs and lines that
may be present to ensure that their vehicle is parked legally,
before leaving it unattended.
>
> The Highway Code states: You MUST NOT stop or park where the
kerb has been lowered to help wheelchair users and powered
mobility vehicles". Doing so can also obstruct access to vehicle
driveways and pedestrian crossings.
>
> As your vehicle was parked in contravention of the rules in
this instance, I am not willing to accept your appeal.
>
> If you would like to view the evidence we have in relation to
this penalty charge, then please logon to:
www.bexley.gov.uk/parking and follow links to pay/appeal your
PCN. When prompted, enter your PCN number and vehicle
registration details, the available evidence can then be
accessed using the 'View Evidence' button towards the bottom of
the screen.
>
> Going forward
>
> • You have 28 days from the date of this Notice being served,
to pay £140.00.
> • Alternatively, you can appeal to the Parking Adjudicator.
Details on how to do so are contained in the attached appeal
form. To appeal online you will need the verification code which
can be found at the top of this Notice and in the appeal form.
>
> Act now
>
> If, after 28 days, you have taken no action, we may send you a
Charge Certificate increasing the charge to £210.00. You will
then have 14 days to pay the increased charge. If, after the 14
days, you have not paid the increased charge, we may apply to
the County Court to recover the penalty charge plus court costs
from you.
--- End Quote ---
I didn't even get the discount back. They want me to pay £140.
They also printed out a London Tribunals Right to appeal letter.
What do I do?
#Post#: 113183--------------------------------------------------
Re: Parked in a "special enforcement" area adjacent to
the footway: Code 27
DIR By: fraser.mitchell
Date: March 13, 2026, 3:02 pm
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No reoffer of the discount means it is now a total no-brainer to
take them to London Tribunals, because the penalty remains the
same, and there are no additional costs. If you win, you pay
nothing, if you lose, you pay the £140 they've already asked you
to pay.
#Post#: 113461--------------------------------------------------
Re: Parked in a "special enforcement" area adjacent to
the footway: Code 27
DIR By: stamfordman
Date: March 16, 2026, 3:32 pm
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Register an appeal and ask for a telephone or Teams hearing.
They quote the Highway Code and not the law - what's this about
wheelchair users and powered mobility vehicles?
The trivial bit where you were in not a crossing, and the
sloping stone extends across the pedestrian gate.
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