Street parking - pavements
Why can't I park on the pavement?
Pavements are constructed and provided for pedestrian use.
Parking on footways and verges causes additional maintenance costs, environmental damage, risk of damage and is obstructive to pedestrians, people with visual or mobility difficulties and to people with pushchairs.
Parking is therefore only allowed where there is a signed exception. There are very few such locations in Harrow.
Alternatives to footway and verge parking, such as limiting parking to one side of the road only (either voluntarily or by restriction) or one-way systems are considered before allowing footway or verge parking.
To ensure you park legally, check the signage before you leave your car.
Parking on footways and verges
London Councils has a good guide to motorists that provides advice about footway parking.
