Parkeerverordening Venray 2016 – Municipal Parking Ordinance
The Parkeerverordening Venray 2016 is a municipal ordinance established by the council of the Gemeente Venray in the Netherlands. Adopted on September 27, 2016, and effective as of October 14, 2016, this document provides the legal framework for the regulation of parking spaces and the issuance of parking permits within the municipality. It operates under the authority granted by Article 149 of the Gemeentewet and Article 2a of the Wegenverkeerswet 1994.
The ordinance governs the management of belanghebbendenplaatsen (stakeholder parking spaces) and parkeerapparatuurplaatsen (parking equipment spaces). It defines the criteria for permit eligibility, the obligations of permit holders, and the procedures for the withdrawal or modification of parking rights. The document includes specific definitions for terminology such as motorvoertuig (motor vehicle), parkeren (parking), and parkeerapparatuur (parking meters and automated machines), ensuring consistency with the national Reglement verkeersregels en verkeerstekens 1990 (RVV 1990).
This regulatory text serves as the primary reference for the allocation of limited parking space in Venray, detailing the administrative powers of the municipal executive (college) to designate parking zones, set maximum permit quotas, and enforce compliance through penalties.
Definitions and Terminology
Section I establishes the legal definitions used throughout the ordinance to ensure alignment with national traffic laws.
- Parkeren: The continuous standing of a motor vehicle, excluding the time required for immediate boarding/alighting of persons or loading/unloading of goods.
- Houder: The person in whose name the vehicle's registration number is listed in the national registry at the time of parking.
- Parkeerapparatuurplaats: A parking space where parking tax is collected via parking meters or automated machines.
- Belanghebbendenplaats: A parking spot designated by sign E9 (or zone sign E9) as per RVV 1990, reserved for specific permit holders.
Permit Allocation and Validity
The municipal executive determines which road sections are reserved for permit holders and sets the specific times during which these restrictions apply.
- Eligibility: Permits are primarily issued to owners or holders of motor vehicles who reside in an area designated with stakeholder parking spaces.
- Maximum Term: A parking permit is granted for a maximum duration of one year.
- Display Requirements: The permit evidence, such as a parking card, must be placed clearly visible and fully legible behind the vehicle's windshield.
- Quota: The municipality may establish a maximum number of permits issued per area or category.
Prohibitions and Enforcement
Section III outlines prohibited activities to maintain order and accessibility within regulated parking zones.
- Unauthorized Parking: It is prohibited to park in a stakeholder zone without a valid permit or without correctly displaying the permit.
- Misuse of Equipment: Using parking equipment in a manner other than prescribed or with unauthorized currency/payment methods is forbidden.
- Obstruction: Placing objects other than motor vehicles on parking spaces, or placing bicycles and mopeds in a way that hinders normal use of parking equipment, is prohibited.
Penalties and Final Provisions
Violations of the prohibitions listed in the ordinance carry specific legal consequences under Section IV.
- Sanctions: Infringements can be punished with a maximum of one month of detention or a fine of the first category.
- Repeal of Previous Rules: This 2016 ordinance officially replaced the Parkeerverordening Venray 2010.
- Supervision: Compliance is monitored by persons designated by the municipal executive.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is a parking permit valid in Venray?
According to Article 4, a parking permit is issued for a maximum period of one year.
Where must the parking permit be placed in the car?
The permit must be placed clearly visible and fully legible behind the windshield of the motor vehicle.
Can residents who do not live in a permit zone still get a permit?
Article 3 states that in special cases, the executive may grant a permit to an owner or holder who does not meet the standard residency requirements.
What is the penalty for violating the Venray parking ordinance?
Violations can lead to detention for up to one month or a fine of the first category as specified in Article 9.
Can a parking permit be withdrawn if I move?
Yes, Article 5 specifies that the executive can withdraw a permit if the holder is no longer a resident of the area or street for which the permit was granted.
Are brommobielen (microcars) covered under this ordinance?
Yes, the definition of a motor vehicle in Article 1 specifically includes brommobielen as referred to in the RVV 1990.
