Parking is one of those subjects that are guaranteed to start an argument. One of the biggest headaches is controlled parking zones or CPZ’s. They attempt to solve a problem but usually end up simply moving the problem elsewhere. The residents of Puller, Sebright & Calvert roads in High Barnet have known this for some time. They are on the edge of the High Barnet CPZ, they do not have enough space for residents to park let alone anyone else, but as they are outside the CPZ, if you can find a space you can park for free. Should they move into the CPZ?

At present the majority in all three roads do not want to, but Puller Road suffers more than the others as due to the one way system it is more prone to non-resident parking. A vigorous campaign led by permits4puller (see link in blogroll) thinks they should be in the CPZ. The local residents association SPACES which also covers neighbouring Alston Road has tended to be against an expanded CPZ.

In the middle of all this is Cllr Perry who lives in the area. One disadvantage for her is that she has a conflict of interest that is personal, prejudicial and potentially financial. Councillors are usually asked for their opinions ahead of any residents consultations. I would suggest that in this case Cllr Perry should ensure that she does not take sides but makes her views know privately as a resident when and if a public consultation happens.