Parkeerverordening 2012 – Municipal Parking Regulations for Enkhuizen
The Parkeerverordening 2012 is the official regulatory framework established by the Municipal Council of Enkhuizen, Netherlands. Enacted under Article 149 of the Gemeentewet and Article 2a of the Wegenverkeerswet 1994, this ordinance governs the use of designated parking spaces and the administration of parking permits within the municipality. It became effective on February 1, 2012, superseding previous regulations to manage parking pressure and ensure equitable access to public space.
The scope of the document primarily focuses on the binnenstad (city center), defined by geographical boundaries including the vestinggracht, the municipal cemetery, the sea wall (Groene Wierdijk, Noorder Wierdijk, Wierdijk), the IJsselmeer, and the railway line to Hoorn. The regulation defines key legal terms such as belanghebbendenparkeerplaats (stakeholder parking space), parkeerplaats op eigen terrein (private parking space), and the specific criteria for vehicle holders, including lease constructions and company-provided vehicles.
This ordinance details the specific categories of permits available, the procedural requirements for applications, the priority ranking for issuance, and the conditions under which permits may be modified or revoked by the college van burgemeester en wethouders.
Parking Permit Categories
Article 3 identifies six distinct types of parking permits that the municipal executive may grant for use in stakeholder parking zones:
- Bewonersparkeervergunning: For residents registered in the city center.
- Bezoekersparkeervergunning: Valid for specific day segments for visitors of residents or businesses.
- Bedrijfsparkeervergunning: For companies located in the city center that require a vehicle for business operations.
- Dienstenparkeervergunning: Temporary permits for executing service tasks such as construction, maintenance, or client contact.
- Zorgparkeervergunning: For healthcare professionals and registered informal caregivers (mantelzorgers).
- Tijdelijke parkeervergunning: Issued for specific limited durations and purposes, including wedding ceremonies at designated locations.
Resident Permit Regulations
Article 4 stipulates the conditions for resident permits. A maximum of one first permit and one second permit may be issued per address. The right to a first resident permit expires if the applicant already possesses a bedrijfsparkeervergunning or has access to a parkeerplaats op eigen terrein as defined in Article 1f.
- Article 1f Definition: Private parking includes owned, rented, or leased spaces, as well as designated spots for doctors or the disabled, and specific spaces within identified apartment complexes such as Cromhoutstraat, Denenburg, and Noorderpoort.
- Permit Display: Under Article 11, the physical permit must be placed in the lower-left corner of the windshield, clearly readable from the outside, unless electronic 'license plate parking' systems are implemented.
Prohibitions and Enforcement
The ordinance establishes strict prohibitions regarding the use of stakeholder parking spaces and blue zones (parkeerschijfzone):
- Article 14: It is prohibited to place objects other than motor vehicles or brommobielen on stakeholder parking spots or within blue zones.
- Article 15: Parking in stakeholder zones without a valid permit is prohibited, except for holders of a valid Europese gehandicaptenparkeerkaart (GPK) who display it correctly.
- Article 16: In blue zones, parking longer than the established maximum period is prohibited without a specific exemption.
Enforcement is carried out by officials designated under Articles 141 and 142 of the Wetboek van Strafvordering.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the geographical boundaries of the Enkhuizen city center for parking?
The city center is bounded by the vestinggracht, the municipal cemetery, the sea wall (Groene Wierdijk, Noorder Wierdijk, Wierdijk), the IJsselmeer, and the Hoorn railway line.
How long is a visitor parking permit valid for in Enkhuizen?
A visitor permit is valid for one day segment, which is defined as a continuous period of 5 hours.
Does a private driveway affect the eligibility for a resident parking permit?
Yes, under Article 4.4, if an applicant has a private parking space (parkeerplaats op eigen terrein), the right to a first resident permit expires.
What is the maximum number of resident permits allowed per address?
A maximum of one first resident permit and one second resident permit can be issued per address, provided established quotas are not exceeded.
Are there parking permits available for caregivers in Enkhuizen?
Yes, a Zorgparkeervergunning is available for professionals or registered informal caregivers providing care at least four times per week.
Can a parking permit be revoked for non-payment?
Yes, Article 13.3e allows the municipality to withdraw a permit if the holder fails to meet payment obligations on time.
Where must a physical parking permit be placed in the vehicle?
According to Article 11.2b, it must be placed in the lower-left corner behind the windshield so it is clearly legible from the outside.
Which apartment complexes in Enkhuizen are considered to have their own parking facilities?
Complexes include Cromhoutstraat (Fruittuinen), Denenburg, Noorderpoort, Paludanushof, Ridderstraat, Vette Knol, and Waaigat.
