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Issue #32: In this week's edition, we're bringing you details on how you can have your say on Traffic Areas, parking permits and penalty changes, inviting you to our waste and recycling Q&A sessions, and connecting you with tips to create a more sustainable backyard this Biodiversity Month.

Have your say about our Traffic Areas, parking permits and penalty changes

You’re invited to share your feedback on the proposed Regulated Parking (Amendment) Subordinate Local Law (No. 1) 2021.

The proposed changes relate to the Traffic Area and Parking Permit Scheme (TAPPS). TAPPS is aimed at managing overflow parking in residential areas close to commercial and special use precincts and focuses on freeing up on-street parking spaces for residents and short to medium term visitors. There are also proposed amendments to the off-street regulated car parking schedules and the City’s penalty unit amounts.

Proposed changes include:

• expansion of some existing Traffic Area boundaries
• amendment of the existing resident and visitor parking permit criteria
• amendment of the off-street regulated car parking schedules
• changes to penalty units for traffic offences

To have your say about the proposed amendments or for more information visit GC Have Your Say. Community engagement runs until 5pm Monday 20 September 2021.

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