Harrow View parking banned for seven days for utility works
Residents and visitors must not wait or load on the road between Fenton Road and Pinner Park Avenue
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Barnet Council has prohibited parking on Harrow View for seven days to facilitate essential utility works. The restriction covers both sides of the carriageway between Fenton Road and Pinner Park Avenue and began on 7 August. It will remain in force until 13 August or until the works are completed.
The council said no vehicle may wait or load on the affected stretch while signs are displayed. Exemptions apply to emergency vehicles, those directly involved in the works, and vehicles following instructions from police or civil enforcement officers. The ban is enforceable only when traffic signs are in place, as required by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.
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Why the restriction was imposed
The council issued the order under Section 14(1)(a) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended by the Road Traffic (Temporary Restrictions) Act 1991. This provision allows local authorities to impose temporary restrictions to support essential works. The council confirmed the measure is necessary to ensure utility crews can access the site safely and efficiently.
A council spokesperson told *This Is Local London* that the restriction would remain in place until the works are finished or 13 August, whichever comes first. The spokesperson said the order would only be enforced while appropriate signage is displayed. Residents who park on the road while signs are up risk a penalty charge notice.
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How residents can stay informed
Barnet Council publishes details of temporary road restrictions, planning applications and alcohol licensing decisions on the Public Notice Portal. The portal, operated by the News Media Association, aggregates statutory notices from local newspapers across the UK. Residents can search for updates by postcode or street name.
The portal is supported by the Google News Initiative and includes notices from nearly 900 local and regional news titles. The council said the portal is the fastest way for residents to find verified information about changes affecting their neighbourhoods. The Public Notice Portal is available at www.publicnoticeportal.uk.
What happens next
The parking restriction on Harrow View will remain in force until the utility works are completed or 13 August. The council has not specified what time the works will finish on the final day. Residents who need to park on the road should check for signs before leaving their vehicles. The council has not announced any further restrictions on Harrow View after 13 August.
Questions this report answers
+How long will the parking ban on Harrow View last?
The parking restriction on Harrow View is in place from 7 to 13 August, or until the utility works are completed. The council said the ban will end when the works finish, even if that happens before 13 August. Signs must be displayed for the restriction to be enforceable.
+Can I park on Harrow View if I live on the street?
No. Barnet Council has banned all parking on Harrow View between Fenton Road and Pinner Park Avenue while the restriction is in force. The ban applies to residents, visitors and delivery vehicles, with exemptions only for emergency vehicles and those involved in the works.
+What happens if I park on Harrow View while the signs are up?
Vehicles parked on Harrow View while the restriction is in force risk a penalty charge notice. The council said the ban is enforceable only when traffic signs are displayed. Exemptions apply to emergency vehicles and those following police or civil enforcement instructions.
+Where can I find updates on local road closures and planning applications?
Barnet Council publishes updates on the Public Notice Portal, a website aggregating statutory notices from local newspapers. Residents can search for road closures, planning applications and licensing decisions by postcode or street name at www.publicnoticeportal.uk.
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