On certain main roads yellow lines indicating a parking ban have been replaced by red lines. Unlike yellow lines, single and double red lines ban all stopping, parking and loading. Double red lines apply at all times and single red lines usually apply during the working day.
The red routes are the responsibility of Transport for London, rather than of the Council.
There are limited exceptions to this general rule and these are indicated by signs where they apply.
Red route controls are rigorously enforced by the Metropolitan Police Traffic Warden Service. They are not enforced by the Council's parking attendants.
Examples of red route signage and markings can be found on the Highway Code website.
FAQs
Where can I park on a red route?
You may park in designated parking boxes on a red route, for the length of time specified. You may park on a single red line outside its hours of operation.
Does the Council enforce the red routes?
No, the red routes are enforced by the Metropolitan Police Traffic Warden Service. Follow the link on the right to find out more about enforcement on red routes.
I live on a red route. Can I get a dispensation from the parking restrictions on the red route for a delivery, or for a removal vehicle?
Any dispensation must be arranged with the Metropolitan Police Traffic Warden Service. Follow the link on the right to find out more about parking restrictions on red routes.