Road users in Plymouth, Devon might well be advised to stay clear of one of this residential road in the city. The reason, its long parking bays drawn by council on both said of the road leaving just a few feet for the ‘vehicles’ to pass, though in reality, it means allowing a cyclist or pedestrian to pass in between cars.
Plymouth City Council said the zones on both sides of the road were introduced more than ten years ago but had been re-painted over the years following fading or resurfacing. One resident said ‘Now cars can park both sides, but how the hell are you meant to drive in the centre? It’s funny yes, but once again the council is wasting our cash and taxes.’
The parking scheme on Cross Park Avenue means the roads are literally impassable if all parts of the bays are full. Ian Bowyer from Plymouth City Council said “Permit holders are able to park anywhere within the marked areas, while using common sense to allow space for other drivers to get past.”
