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Hi all,

I’ve received a PCN from Islington Council and would really appreciate some guidance before I do anything further.

PCN details:

PCN number: IZ38803752

Contravention code: 62 – Parked with one or more wheels on or over a footpath or any part of a road other than a carriageway

Location: Liverpool Road [Zone B]

Date of issue: 16/02/2026

I was parked on what I understand to be a private road. The allegation is that one or more wheels were on or over the footpath.

I want to understand whether a contravention can even occur in these circumstances. As far as I am aware, both the road and the footpath are private land.

I have parked here many times before without any issue. This is the first time I’ve received a PCN at this location. I don’t know whether the allegation is that one of my wheels was slightly over the edge, but even if that were the case, I am unsure how this applies if the land is private.

Motorcycles and cars park here constantly in a similar manner.

How can I establish whether the road and footway are adopted highway or genuinely private land? What evidence would I need to prove this?

Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.

Pictures can be seen here:https://imgpile.com/p/SzresxW

thanks!