Dorset Council is inviting residents, businesses, workers and visitors to take part in a new parking survey that will help shape the future of parking across the Dorset Council area.
The survey is part of a comprehensive parking review, which is assessing how well the current parking arrangements are working and exploring opportunities to improve access, fairness and sustainability.
The review covers all 117 council-operated car parks and on-street parking areas, including resident zones, coastal destinations and town centres.
The council is particularly keen to hear about:
· How and when people use Dorset Council car parks
· The current 3-tier parking pricing structure
· Awareness and use of parking permits (including short stay, flexi stay, and resident permits)
· Experiences with resident-only, evening and overnight parking
· Suggestions for improvements, including EV charging, permit flexibility and signage
Cllr Jon Andrews, Dorset Council’s Cabinet Member for Place Services, said:
“Parking is something that affects everyone, whether you live, work, run a business or visit Dorset. This review is about making sure our parking services are fair, accessible and fit for the future. We want to hear from as many people as possible to help us understand what’s working well and where we can do better.
“Your feedback will directly influence how we manage parking across the Dorset Council area, so please take a few minutes to complete the survey.”
The review also supports Dorset Council’s wider goals, including reducing carbon emissions, supporting the local economy and improving road safety and accessibility.
The survey is open until Thursday 4 September, and can be completed online at: consultation.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/c-e/parking-survey
Printed copies are available on request by contacting Dorset Council on 01305 221000.
