Loading Bays

Loading bays are provided where there is little or no alternative parking to allow loading and unloading to and from local businesses. The provision of a loading bay reserves space for deliveries or for customers collecting goods, where it might otherwise be taken up by parked vehicles.

Blue badge holders may use loading bays, but only for as long as necessary for the purpose of loading and unloading.

If any vehicle other than a vehicle being used for the purpose of loading and unloading parks in a loading bay during the hours indicated on the sign, they may be issued with a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) if parked within Durham district or a Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN) if parked elsewhere in County Durham.

If you have received a Fixed Penalty Notice you should contact Durham Constabulary on 0845 6060365.