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Policy on Enforcement Re Parking obstructing private driveways

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From: Jeff

Dear Wellington City Council,

Pursuant to Section 10 of the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987, please provide a copy of:

- Wellington City Council’s policy regarding the enforcement of vehicles obstructing private driveways, including the circumstances under which a vehicle may be towed.

In the Council’s reply, could you please also advise:

- What constitutes a driveway obstruction under current bylaws or policy.
- What evidence is required for a parking enforcement officer to authorise towing.
- Who may lawfully request or initiate the towing of a vehicle obstructing a driveway.
- Whether the presence of signage or road markings is necessary for enforcement.

Yours faithfully,

Jeff

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Wellington City Council

Kia ora Jeff

Thank you for your email dated 30 April requesting information.

Our team will manage your request under the Local Government Official Information and Meetings Act 1987 which requires us to provide a decision as soon as possible, but no later than 28 May, being 20 working days of receipt.

The reference number for your request is IRC-8389

Please contact us if you have any further questions.

Kind regards

Official Information & Privacy Team
Email: [email address]
Wellington City Council | W Wellington.govt.nz | |

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