Parking night patrols to stay
Published on 26 January 2021
Parking wardens carrying out night patrols have been permanently added to Palmerston North City Council's services.
A trial of night patrols began in August last year after Councillors asked that the feasibility of an after-hours service be investigated.
Head of Environmental Protection Services Kerry-Lee Probert says the wardens will be enforcing all parking rules to ensure the community has both accessible parking available and safe roadsides.
Examples that could draw the attention of our wardens include parking in a mobility park without a visible permit, parking on yellow lines, parking in a cycle or bus lane, or a vehicle not having a current warrant or registration displayed.
"It is important that as a community we are respectful of others, parking appropriately and safely – this means after usual business hours too," Probert says.
| Parking infringement |
Potential fine (dollars) |
| Parked in a mobility park without the correct permit |
150 |
| Parked on broken yellow lines |
60 |
| Parked on a footpath |
40 |
| Parked over a vehicle entrance |
40 |
| Double parked |
40 |
| Parked in bus stops and taxi stands |
60 |