Furthermore, pavement parking is becoming frequent, creating
hazards for pedestrians and those with limited mobility.
3. Resident Hardship: Many residents, including the elderly and
those with young children, are frequently unable to park within a
reasonable distance of their own homes, leading to significant
personal inconvenience and safety concerns.
4. Road Safety and Visibility: We are seeing a dangerous increase
in "junction parking" and parking on corners, particularly at the
intersections of Underhill Road and Woolmore Avenue. This has
severely restricted sight lines for both drivers and pedestrians.
Residents exiting Shadowbrook Close, Woolmore Avenue, Downhill
Close, and Hansby Close have reported several "near misses" because
they cannot see oncoming traffic past illegally or inconsiderately
parked vehicles. This is a significant accident risk that a formal
permit scheme and its associated road markings would help
mitigate
Initial informal discussions with neighbours across these seven
roads indicate a high level of support for a Controlled Parking
Zone (CPZ). We understand that the implementation of such a scheme
requires a formal consultation process and a majority consensus
from the affected households.
We would welcome the opportunity to meet with a representative from
the Traffic Management department or a Civil Enforcement Officer to
walk the area and discuss the specific pressure points.
We look forward to your response regarding the next steps in the
application process and any specific criteria Oldham Council
requires for this petition to move forward.
Yours faithfully,
Paul Giesberts
10 Underhill Road
Oldham
OL1 2JP
This ePetition runs from 12/05/2026 to 23/08/2026.
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