Paul Roberts 2004-07-02 20:05:05 UTC. 2 years ago. Yellow zig zag lines outside schools that have signs listing hours of operation will be enforced legally by the local council, which will use of camera cars, CCTV or parking wardens to issue a penalty charge notice. Bungling workmen painted yellow zig zag lines outside a former school without realising that it had closed and been demolished four years ago. We issue penalty charge notices to people who illegally stop on zig-zag lines outside schools. We issue penalty charge notices to people who illegally stop on zig-zag lines outside schools. There are some exceptions though including if you are a blue badge holder. Luckily the ,local publican has allowed us to start form his car park down the road. 11,647 posts. 2 0. koons . Can such "officials", connected with picking up and putting down children, park/wait on these zig-zag lines? We've a classic in our village. Whilst it is not normally an offence in itself to park on the zigzag lines, drivers who do park there could commit an offence of causing an obstruction. Next question → Get PRO Now. Are the yellow zig zag lines painted outside a school in force at all times, even at weekends and the evening? Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Read More Related Articles. A: You may park on the lines when dropping off schoolchildren. We have painted yellow ‘zig-zags’ road markings outside many schools in Hammersmith and Fulham for a very good reason: the safety of pupils. a pedestrian crossing, including the area marked by the zig-zag lines (see Rule 191) a clearway (see ‘Traffic signs’ ) taxi bays as indicated by upright signs and markings D: You must stay with your vehicle explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. That's what we're trying to encourage is parking further away from school & walking together from a given point. All disabled bays and white zig zag lines are faded and worn. Its right opposite the police house and quite often there will be a bobby lurking helpfully. We've just started a walking bus as we have a long narrow road past oour school & all the parenst park right outside & all down the road it's a nightmare (and the PARKING is abysmal!!!) And simply pulling over on the side of the road to quickly drop them off could no longer be an option as parents could find themselves facing a fine for idling in their car outside a school in South Gloucestershire. Also, the Highway Code says: You MUST NOT park on a crossing or in the area covered by the zig-zag lines. White lines, on the other hand, are enforced by local authorities and the police, and they do not require a sign to be enforceable. So, in doing so, you are risking both a fine and penalty points. This obstructs the view for children crossing the road - a health and safety risk. The road outside this school is marked with yellow zigzag lines. You can approach any of them and ask them to move. Print lots of them on bright pink paper and get like-minded mums and staff to stick them under wiperblades of offenders. Should be right up their street (sorry, its late). We are concerned about the safety of school children at the beginning and end of the school day, given the large number of cars stopped on the zig-zags outside the borough's schools. When can you park on zig-zag lines? We are concerned about the safety of school children at the beginning and end of the school day, given the large number of cars stopped on the zig-zags outside the borough's schools. John Hodges. The white Zig Zag lines you see outside of schools are there for a purpose, the law states that no vehicles (except emergency services) are permitted to park on the lines and a fine can be given for any person who doesn’t abide by this rule. This is page 1 of 1 (This thread has 17 messages.). Unlike yellow zig zag lines, there are no exceptions to stopping on white zig zag lines (other than to wait for pedestrians). Menu. What do they look like? In some circumstances, you may be offered a driver retraining course. Parking restrictions near schools What are the yellow zig-zag lines on the road outside schools for? School can do their bit to publicise it though by mentioning it in newsletters. I want to wring their necks, I honestly do. Here's what you need to know about parking outside schools as children head back to class this week, THE BIGGEST STORIES ACROSS BRISTOL IN YOUR INBOX. By the 1980s, they had been introduced to Pelican crossings. We have painted yellow ‘zig-zags’ road markings outside many schools in Hammersmith and Fulham for a very good reason: the safety of pupils. We have spot checks by the police outside our school and anyone parked dangerously where they shouldn't be gets a ticket. 4) Double zig-zag yellow lines along the side of the road or single white zig-zag line - No parking or stopping at all times on this side of the road. White zig zag lines were first painted on Britain’s roads either side of zebra crossings in 1971. In the UK, road markings with yellow zig-zag lines are found outside schools. CCTV installed outside Southampton schools to deter illegal parking on the Keep Clear zig zag lines Southampton City Council is helping six primary schools in Southampton deter people from illegally stopping and parking outside the school, and putting children’s lives at risk, with the installation of CCTV enforcement cameras. Guest. If you refuse, you could take the matter to court. School parents complaining that inconsiderate drivers are parking in Disabled bays and on white Zig Zag lines close to the zebra crossing outside Our lady's School, occupation road . It has always been an offence to stop or park on zig zag lines. And a lollipop man which again is a good thing but doesn't exactly ease the flow. 0 0. www.highwaycode.gov.uk/18.htm Church House ... used for ballet classes and stuff like that. Yellow zig-zag road lines outside schools, which indicate to keep the area clear of parked cars, are to be legally enforced across North Lanarkshire. A regular sight outside schools, yellow zig zag lines mean parking is strictly prohibited at any time unless signs nearby state otherwise. Enforcing zig-zag lines outside schools Making the streets safer to cross. White zig zag lines are in operation 24 hours a day, 365 days per year. Yellow zig-zag lines need a sign to be legally enforceable - but white zig-zags are enforced by councils and the local police. B: You may park on the lines when picking up schoolchildren. The added bonus is parents can drop off at 8.30 for the bus to leave at 8.40 so some early starters like it if they're flying off to work. 1 decade ago. More on white zig zag lines. However this will be limited to certain times which will be outlined on a sign nearby. 6 You should never park on white zig-zag lines Credit: Alamy Q617: Is it illegal to park on the yellow zig zag lines outside schools? Guest. 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Parking outside someone’s house And I think you should. And with the return of schools comes the return of the school rush and no doubt an increase in traffic as children are dropped off at school. Perhaps one of the most well known parking restrictions, double-yellow lines prevent drivers from parking or waiting at any time. J2OBABY Wed 26-Sep-07 09:19:58. not me personally but just wondering what others views on it are. OFFICERS are reminding parents that zig zag lines outside of schools means parking is strictly prohibited. Quite right, Eric. We're hoping it'll will get more popular as the kids talk to each other. Talk widget showing discussions of the day & trending threads, Subscribe to Mumsnet emails direct to your inbox. For further information on the types of zig zag lines found outside of schools and other government … The general rule is no, you cannot. So, in doing so, you are risking both a fine and penalty points. If not sign is present the zig-zags cannot be legally enforced. School zones School zones apply 24 hours a day, 7 days a week throughout the year. as of this week we have been told by the police that we are now not allowed to park there, there has been no change to the yellow lines ie kerb dashes. Zig zags outside Dry Sandford Primary School and the white "keep clear" next to the zig zags are in desperate need off repainting. Orange we have much the same set-up at our school.It's a small village school but very popular so many drive here. The children with the most points at the end of the month get a certificate. C. You mustn't wait or park your vehicle here at all. hi there i was parked on a white zig zag line (at traffic. Huge rise in school-run parents fined over parking: Number of tickets for stopping on zig-zag safety lines doubles in two years. Yellow zig-zag lines. yes they are enforcable, but by traffic wardens/police not teachers. The zigzag lines outside our village school are rarely parked on. Parking on zig-zag lines, especially white zig-zags, if difficult to dispute if a given penalty and few exceptions are given. J. The Highway Code states that you should keep these areas clear of stationary vehicles, even if picking up or setting down children. police. Any cars stopped or parked in the restricted area can hide small children who are about to cross the road. Police and local councils are taking extra steps to combat anti-social parking outside school gates, with letters being sent out to parents to raise awareness, and even resorting to installing CCTV cameras to catch offenders. Zig-zag lines are found in several different locations, although the term "zig-zags" usually refers to the marking at pedestrian crossings, whether they are Pelican, Puffin, Toucan or Zebra. Yellow zig-zag lines need a sign to be legally enforceable - but white zig-zags are enforced by councils and the local police. The parking restrictions in Bristol are broken down on Bristol City Council's website which states the restrictions 'are mostly on main roads and bus routes to keep traffic moving at busy times, as well as near local shopping areas to provide parking for shops. Permalink . Are the yellow zig zag lines painted outside a school in force at all times, even at weekends and the evening? The zigzag lines outside our village school are rarely parked on. However my car was parked on a saturday in the yellow zig zag zones outside of a school, so those particular r … read more. There are a number of parking restrictions outside schools, When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. CoolHands. Do not park or stop even for a short moment on these markings. Favourite answer. It's way beyond time that councils close these loopholes by getting the relevant RTO required to change all lines outside schools from Yellow to White. Does anyone park there? Lv 7. The Fixed Penalty Notice issued by the police is £100 with 3 penalty points. The driver was caught unloading his van while parked on white zig-zag lines in Lockleaze Road outside Filton Avenue Primary School around 3.15pm on Tuesday. There were also several cars badly parked outside Belmont Primary School, Belmont Street in Swadlincote. Q617: Is it illegal to park on the yellow zig zag lines outside schools? Number of fines soared from 14,564 in 2011 to 28,169 in 2013 White zigzag lines are marked on the road, showing you are approaching a school zone. Ideal job for a community officer. D. You must stay with your vehicle if you park here . They were originally consisting of broken white lines that formed a box containing the words ‘School Entrance’. Sign up to our daily newsletter using the box at the top of this article, or by clicking here to see all of our newsletters. School Keep Clear road markings were initially introduced in the 1964 Traffic Signs Regulations. Also parents park on the corner of the Green/London Lane - often obstructing other vehicles from passing safely. Unfortunately... instead there is line of queuing traffic because the rest of the road has out-of-village parents parked all down it and theres not room for two cars to pass. Yellow zig-zags are usually found outside places such as school gates, police and ambulance stations and hospitals. After months of home schooling, this week sees many children around Bristol go back to school for the first time. 11,647 posts. But they certainly serve that purpose, given that white zig-zag lines seem to be used alongside pedestrian crosswalks. Yellow zig-zag lines outside schools, hospitals, or fire, police or ambulance stations indicate the length of road where stopping or waiting is strictly prohibited. Suggest you ask headteacher to mention this in a newsletter. Pedestrian crossings - the white zig zag restrictions are provided for safety reasons to prohibit waiting or parking and to ensure clear sight lines for both motorists and pedestrians.The Police can issue a fixed charge notice for an infringement, which also carries penalty points as well as a fine, and Civil Enforcement Officers (parking attendants) can issue a Penalty Charge Notice. taxi drivers for parking/waiting on the zig-zag lines outside a school because, according to him, they are allowed to wait there. CoolHands. Similar to yellow zig zag lines, white ones are often spotted near pedestrian crossings - a likely sight near schools. To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. April 21, 2017, 6:00 am. Stopping on a zig-zag adjacent to a pedestrian crossing is an endorsable offence (Contravention of pedestrian crossing regulations) - mandatory 3 points and a maximum fine of £1000. Spotted Parking on Yellow Zig Zag Lines Outside Schools. 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