Thank you for your correspondence regarding the above mentioned Penalty Charge Notice. After consideration of the circumstances expressed in your letter I am unable to waive the charge. Loading restrictions are indicated by yellow markings on the kerb and a time plate that shows when the loading restriction applies. No parking or loading/unloading is allowed during these times to ensure the smooth flow of traffic. A double kerb marking means that the restrictions apply 24 hours a day. A single kerb marking means the restrictions are in force during the times shown on the time plate. Where there are no days shown on the time plate, the restrictions are in force 7 days a week. Parking within a loading ban area not only contravenes parking regulations but also restricts visibility for both drivers and pedestrians, increasing the risk of accidents and compromising road safety. Please be advised there is no signage required for a loading restriction with a double kerb marking as the restriction is active 24/7. Directorate of Place You must now decide whether to PAY the penalty charge or whether to APPEAL: The discounted charge of £35.00 can be paid if we receive your payment within 14 days of the date of this letter. The full charge of £70.00 can be paid within 28 days of the date your PCN was issued. You can formally challenge your PCN once the Notice to Owner has been issued. The vehicle's owner will automatically receive the form to appeal if the PCN has not been paid within 28 days of being issued. The Notice to Owner offers you the chance to formally challenge your PCN or pay the full £70.00. If you decide to formally challenge your PCN, please do not write to us again until the Notice to Owner arrives. If your formal challenge is declined, you will have the right to appeal to The Traffic Penalty Tribunal, who are an independent adjudicator.
PCN No. B091********
Vehicle: R*******
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing to formally challenge the above Penalty Charge Notice issued on 22/12/2025 at Woods Court, Bolton.
I have been parking in this location for many years under the genuine belief that it was part of the NatWest customer car park, as I was informed this was permitted for bank customers. I have always parked there for that reason and have never been previously informed of any restrictions applying to this area.
If any new parking rules or restrictions have recently come into force, I did not see any clear or visible signage indicating this. I parked there in good faith and had no intention of committing any contravention.
Given the genuine misunderstanding, my long-standing use of this area, and the unclear signage, I kindly request that this PCN be cancelled as a gesture of goodwill.
Thank you for your time and understanding.
Yours faithfully,
