Controlled parking zones (CPZs)

Areas with controlled parking zones

Controlled parking zones (CPZs) are streets in the borough that prioritise parking for residents, businesses and their visitors at certain times and days of the week.  The times and days when the CPZ is operating should be clearly shown by signs in the area. If you don’t show a valid permit for the CPZ you are liable to receive a penalty charge notice (PCN).

Permit Holders Only Past This Point 

Some streets have signs that indicate parking is for permit holders only ‘past this point’ these streets are known as permit parking areas (PPAs). PPA signs don't restrict access onto the street, for example to make deliveries or reach private parking areas or driveways.

Roads within a PPA may not have any additional signs or bay markings – however any vehicle parked without a valid permit can still be issued with a penalty charge notice (PCN), the entry signs are all that is needed.

See the parking permits page for information on the different types of parking permits and how to apply.

Changes to the ME Zone

The old ME zone has been broken up into five new CPZ areas. The five new CPZ areas are detailed below and were introduced in March 2020. 

The five new CPZ areas are as follows:

•  Walthamstow Central (WSC)
• High Street (HST)
• Village Area (VA)
• Hilltop (HT)
• Markhouse (MH) 

FAQs

Do I have to apply for a new permit?
No. All existing permit holders who have virtual permits for the ME CPZ will have their permits converted to the new zone your property is located within. This will be completed at no cost to permit holders and there is no action required of permit holders for this change. 

Can I park in the other new CPZs?
No, the new permits cannot be used to park in other zones so please ensure you check on street signage which shows which zone you are in.     

Can I still apply for an ME CPZ permit?
No, the ME zone no longer exists.  

When will my current permit expire? 
The existing expiry date of your permit will remain the same.

Can I use my old visitor permits be used in the new CPZ zones? 
Yes – if you have old visitor permit scratch cards which have ‘ME’ stamped as the zone, these the old ME zone these may be used in all the new off-shoot zones - WSC, HST, HT, MH, and VA.