Parking on the footpath was once commonplace throughout Wellington, however it causes safety risks to footpath users.
In February 2022, the Council revoked guidelines from 2005 which had allowed parking on streets outside of the central and suburban centres if there was “reasonable space” for footpath users.
Since the guidelines have been revoked, parking on a footpath anywhere in the city is an offence and you may be issued a parking ticket.
You may receive a ticket
Any vehicle parked illegally on a footpath may be ticketed.
If you receive a ticket
You can pay your parking ticket online using internet banking or by credit card (Visa or MasterCard only). You have 56 days to pay the fee.
If you wish to appeal your ticket, you will need to provide an explanation and any supporting evidence. You can also view the photographs taken when the ticket was issued.
Pay or appeal a parking ticket
Where to park safely
Please help to keep footpaths accessible by finding a safer place to park. This may mean parking on an alternative street or using off-street carparks.
Places where you can park safely: