Transport for LondonDispensations
In some cases we can allow exemptions to the existing parking controls as we know it's sometimes difficult to comply with the regulations - for example if you are moving house, making a bulky delivery or undertaking building works. These are known as dispensations.
When you need a dispensation
We can allow exemptions, for example if you are moving house or undertaking building works
You will need to apply for a dispensation to either use the parking or loading bays for longer than the time limit allowed or to park on the red lines along the route.
When you don't need a dispensation
You don't need a dispensation if you are:
- Required by law to stop
- Obliged to stop to avoid an accident
- Giving or receiving help following an accident or emergency, or taking action for public safety
- Opening or closing a gate or barrier to allow the vehicle to enter or leave premises, and it is not reasonably practical to stop elsewhere
- Using the vehicle for fire brigade, ambulance or police purposes
- Using the vehicles in connection with the removal of any obstruction
- Using the vehicle in connection with maintenance, improvement or reconstruction of the carriageway
- Using a vehicle bearing the Royal Mail livery to collect or deliver mail
- Carrying out duties on the highway as a statutory undertaker
Further information
For further information about parking dispensations, please call us on 0845 603 4545
