Controlled Parking Zones
What is a Controlled Parking Zone?
A Controlled Parking Zone (CPZ) is an area where parking is not allowed during specified times unless you park in the specially provided bays. The times of the zone will be displayed on the zone entry signs, which will be present on all routes into the zone.
If you live, work or visit an area which is within a Controlled Parking Zone, then you need to be aware of the parking restrictions and that you will need to use the specially provided parking spaces (for example: metered, pay and display, or Permit Holder) unless parking on private land.
Single yellow lines within the Controlled Parking Zone will be enforced during the hours of zone operation, with additional restrictions being detailed on signs next to the lines.
Double-yellow lines will apply at all times unless otherwise signposted.
Footway parking (parking on the pavement) is not allowed anywhere within London, unless specifically marked on the road and with signs.
The types of parking bays available within the borough can be found on the Parking Bays page, and the hours of operation of zones, the bays available and maps can be found on the Controlled Parking Zone times and maps page.
Emissions based parking charges
The amount you pay for parking in pay and display bays is based on your vehicle's cylinder capacity if registered before 28 February 2001, or engine CO2 emissions otherwise. The table below shows which ranges correspond to which tariff levels:
| Charge Tier | Vehicles registered before 28/02/2001 | Vehicles registered after 01/03/2001 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Cylinder capacities of 2001cc and above | CO2 emissions of 186g/Km or above |
| Medium | Cylinder capacities between 1301cc and 2000cc | CO2 emissions between 121g/Km and 185g/Km |
| Low | Cylinder capacities of 1300cc or less | CO2 emissions of 120g/Km or less |
To take advantage of the Medium or Low charge tiers you will need to use a RichmondCard to pay. This is a 'smart' card pre-programmed with your vehicle details and on which you can store funds for parking. More information can be found on the RichmondCard page. If you don't have a RichmondCard then you will be charged at the Standard charge tier.
Parking permits are also charged based on cylinder capacity or CO2 emissions. More information can be found in the Car parking permits area.
Changes to controlled parking zones
For information on current and recent changes to controlled parking zones, see the Controlled Parking Zone changes page.