The Stockport roads where drivers could soon be fined under new waiting restrictions
manchestereveningnews.co.ukDrivers in Stockport could face new waiting restrictions on some roads next year under plans to improve safety. A number of roads around the borough are being looked at by the council's area committees this week with a view to introduce new Traffic Regulation Orders (TRO).
The roads in focus are in areas where there are concerns over parked vehicles hindering visibility and access for other road users.
The proposed changes include no waiting at any time restrictions and - if approved - could be enforced from early 2024. It would mean drivers who continue parking in the areas affected could be fined. READ MORE: Residents hit out at Greater Manchester street which is 'constantly flooded' every time it rains Roads being considered include sections of: The plan for Wellington Road is to introduce waiting restrictions which had previously been planned as part of a scheme to encourage cycling and walking, but these were not sealed within the legally required two year time frame.
This has resulted in the waiting restrictions not being enforced and roads becoming "liable to abuse which could cause access and road safety issues compromising the scheme", according to a report.
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