Howlands North

A consultation for parking in Howlands North began in February 2024.

The area will only cover the northern section of the Ward including:

  • Blackthorn Road
  • Linces Way
  • Wheatley Road

As part of the process consideration is given to double yellow lines on junctions to improve junction vision underpinning the Highway Code, as well as verge and footway prohibition to improve the streetscene and access for pedestrians.

A Traffic Regulation Order was advertised on Wednesday 12 March 2025. It was advertised as sealed on Wednesday 5 November 2025.

 

Parking restrictions will start on Monday 1 December 2025.

Details on how to apply for a parking permit, and relevant prices can be seen at: Parking permits

 

Restrictions

Double Yellow Lines 

Double yellow lines at junctions and in areas where this may be required due to safety or access issues. These apply equally to all drivers. 

 

Verge and Footway Prohibition Order (VFPO)

We are also prohibiting parking on public verges and footways throughout the area, where the carriageway is more than 4.5m wide. A VFPO also covers vehicle crossovers which form part of the public highway and where it is not owned by a property. It is a parking restriction giving enforcement officers powers to issue fines rather than a physical measure such as bollards.

The public documents can be seen on the following page.

 

Decision making

As written objections were received, a report was presented at the CPPP meeting on Thursday 18th September 2025, 7.30 pm in the Council Chamber, Council Offices, Welwyn Garden City in relation to objections received. 

CPPP unanimously decided to approve the proposals

 

Next Steps

Signs and lines are being installed ready for start of restrictions on Monday 1 December 2025. 3 months after the start, a review period form will appear on this webpage for residents to submit views on how the parking restrictions are performing. The feedback received will be assessed to see if any further adjustments can be made to the parking restrictions, and could require further consultation.