Parkeerverordening gemeente Loon op Zand 2023 – Parking Permit Regulations
The Parkeerverordening gemeente Loon op Zand 2023 is a municipal ordinance established by the local council of Loon op Zand. Issued under the authority of Artikel 149 van de Gemeentewet and Artikel 2a van de Wegenverkeerswet 1994, this regulation governs the management and allocation of parking space within the municipality. It specifically replaces the previous 2002 ordinance and is scheduled to take effect simultaneously with the implementation of the national Omgevingswet (Environment Act).
The regulatory framework focuses on the designation of belanghebbendenplaatsen (permit holder parking spaces) identified by bord E9 from the RVV 1990. It defines legal categories for permit eligibility, including residents, businesses, and legal entities. The document outlines the administrative procedures for the college van burgemeester en wethouders to assign specific street sections for permit-only parking, establish time-based restrictions, and set maximum permit quotas per area to manage parking pressure.
This ordinance provides the technical and legal requirements for application, validity periods, and the grounds for revocation of permits. It also establishes the enforcement mechanisms and penalties for unauthorized parking in restricted zones.
Permit Categories and Eligibility
Permits for parking in designated areas are categorized based on the applicant's relationship to the high-pressure parking zone. The college grants these permits under three primary categories:
- Category I: Residents who are owners or holders of a motor vehicle and reside in a zone where permit holder spaces are present.
- Category II: Individuals or businesses performing a profession or trade within the zone who can demonstrate that parking a vehicle is necessary for their professional activities.
- Category III: Legal entities established within a designated permit zone.
Application Procedures and Decision Timelines
The process for requesting and granting permits is governed by specific administrative deadlines to ensure transparency for residents and businesses.
- Decision Period: The college must reach a decision within eight weeks of receiving a completed application.
- Extension: The decision period may be extended once by a maximum of eight additional weeks, with written notice provided to the applicant.
- Fictitious Refusal: If no decision is rendered within the established legal timeframe, the permit is legally deemed to have been refused.
Validity and Grounds for Revocation
Permits are issued for a temporary duration and are subject to specific conditions regarding vehicle identification and regional validity.
- Maximum Duration: A permit is granted for a maximum period of three years.
- Permit Details: Each permit must specify the validity period, the specific area for which it is valid, and the name of the holder or the vehicle registration number (kenteken).
- Revocation Grounds: Permits may be withdrawn if the holder moves out of the area, terminates their business activity, provides false information during application, or violates the conditions attached to the permit.
Prohibitions and Penalties
The ordinance establishes clear prohibitions to ensure that designated parking spaces remain available for authorized users.
- Unauthorized Objects: It is prohibited to place or leave any object other than a motor vehicle on a belanghebbendenplaats (Artikel H).
- Display Requirements: Vehicles parked in permit zones must have the permit clearly visible, or the vehicle must be registered in the digital enforcement system.
- Sanctions: Violations of the prohibitions listed in Afdeling III are punishable by a maximum of two months of detention or a fine of the second category.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is considered a vehicle holder under this regulation?
A holder is defined as the person in whose name the vehicle's license plate is registered in the national vehicle register, or the person who is otherwise deemed the holder based on circumstances, such as a lease agreement.
What is the maximum duration for a parking permit in Loon op Zand?
According to Artikel F, a parking permit is granted for a maximum period of three years.
How long does the municipality have to decide on a permit application?
The college must decide within eight weeks, though they may extend this period by another eight weeks if they inform the applicant in writing.
Can a business apply for a parking permit?
Yes, businesses or professionals (Category II) can apply if they can demonstrate that parking in the designated area is necessary for their professional or business operations.
Is it possible to get an exemption (ontheffing) for permit-only zones?
The college may grant an ontheffing allowing someone to park in a permit holder space for a short period, for example, to perform urgent maintenance or work.
What happens to my permit if I move to a different municipality?
Under Artikel G, the permit may be revoked or modified if the holder leaves the area for which the permit was originally issued.
What sign identifies a permit-only parking space?
Permit-only spaces are identified by bord E9 (from the RVV 1990) or are located within a zone marked with the bord E9 sign and the text 'zone'.
Can I park my trailer on a permit holder space?
No, Artikel H prohibits placing objects other than motor vehicles on these designated spaces.
