Description
The growing complexity of car parking issues, driven by increased vehicle ownership, larger cars, legal uncertainties, and the rise of EVs, demands thorough legal due diligence and strategic planning by property professionals.
- Rising Pressure on Space:
Car ownership is increasing, average vehicle sizes have grown, and many UK households lack off-street parking, especially in urban areas. - Legal Risks and Parking Rights:
Parking on public or private roads is subject to strict legal conditions; informal arrangements risk creating prescriptive easements or trespass claims. - Property Transactions and Leases:
Conveyancers must investigate highway status and easement risks; leases should clearly define parking rights to avoid disputes over access or service charges. - EV Charging and Local Schemes:
Local authorities are implementing EV infrastructure, but it can create tension between public access, service charge responsibilities, and tenant rights.
Learning Objectives
- Understand key legal frameworks affecting parking on highways and private roads.
- Identify risks posed by prescriptive easements and informal parking arrangements.
- Learn best practices for managing parking provisions in leases and property transactions.
- Evaluate the impact of EV infrastructure and local authority schemes on parking rights.
