There are two types of residential disabled parking bay provided in Lewisham:
1 Formal (statutory) bay
This bay is legally enforceable and in addition to the marking on the carriageway includes a post and sign. It requires the making of a traffic order and therefore involves significant administration and much greater cost to install.
2 Informal disabled bay
This has no legal force but comprises a marking on the carriageway and the word 'disabled'. It acts as a reminder to neighbours and visitors to respect the needs of the disabled resident.
However, since these bays are unenforceable they cannot be used in a controlled parking zone, because it is likely that they would be regarded as free space.
Suspension of disabled parking bays
If you are moving house, and would like your disabled parking bay suspended, please contact Parking Services on the number below.