Peartree (all roads except Broadwater Crescent)
Update January 2026
Following consideration of the Peartree parking proposals, and after reviewing all written objections received, the Cabinet Planning and Parking Panel met on 16 October 2025 to make a decision on the matter. Details of the meeting can be found online.
At the meeting, the Panel took into account the objections and the Parking Services report and agreed to proceed with the parking restrictions as advertised. These include:
- introduction of permit parking zones,
- installation of yellow line junction protections,
- implementation of a verge and footway parking prohibition.
The Traffic Regulation Order is being sealed. Following this, letters will be sent to all residents in the affected area providing formal notification of the start date and any further details they may need.
A public notice will also be published in the Welwyn Hatfield Times on Wednesday, 28 January 2026.
The new parking restrictions will come into effect on Monday, 16 March 2026.
Restrictions
Double Yellow Lines
Double yellow lines is being introduced mainly at any junctions not already yellow lined, or in areas where this may be required due to safety or access issues. These apply equally to all drivers.
Verge and Footway Prohibition Order (VFPO)
Prohibiting parking on public verges and footways throughout the Peartree area, where the carriageway is more than 4.5m wide. A VFPO also covers vehicle crossovers which form part of the public highway and where it is not owned by a property. It is a parking restriction giving enforcement officers powers to issue fines rather than a physical measure such as bollards.
Permit Zones
Resident permit schemes will operate Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm in two zones:
- A20 zone covers the section of Peartree Lane around Ludwick Way including Ravenfield Road and the spur of Peartree Lane.
- A21 zone covers the southeast section of Peartree Lane from Bedwell Close junction to Holwell Road including Pondcroft, The Spinney, Well Garth and Bedwell Close.
The prices of permits can be seen at: parking permit prices