Christchurch parking fees return - with an increase on the cards
"Kick 'em while they're down"? or a move to help business?
It looks a little like "kick 'em while they're down", but Christchurch City Council has this afternoon said paid parking will recommence on July 4 at the following locations:
- All Pay & Display parking meters outside the Red Zone.
- Public Hospital on site Pay & Display meters
- Public Hospital car park building (this building is currently closed for repairs. Fees will recommence once the building has re-opened.)
- Rolleston Ave Pay & Display car park and permanent monthly parks
Paul Burden, Road Corridor Operations Manager explains why paid parking in the central city is vital to the success of local businesses trying to re-establish themselves. "The decision to recommence metered parking across Christchurch has been made to ensure fair use of short term parking following requests from local businesses who have been struggling with parking issues.
"These businesses are trying to get back up and running again and they're finding it difficult to do so with vehicles occupying short term parking spaces all day long. Ensuring customers can find available parking in close proximity is vital for their success."
The council's draft Annual Plan proposes an increase in parking charges from 1 July 2011. If adopted, on-street/metered fees will increase from $3.00 to $3.10 per hour and off-street/buildings fees will increase from $1.25 to $1.30 per hour. The council will vote on the plan on Thursday.
* All Pay & Display parking meters outside the Red Zone.
NBR staff
Mon, 27 Jun 2011
Mon, 27 Jun 2011
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Christchurch parking fees return - with an increase on the cards
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