The council want to introduce CPZ (Controlled Parking Zones) in Portobello. 

Portobello is predominantly residential with lots of retail and hospitality, and is a popular and busy beach. There are already existing car parks and are all free to use. Parking on all streets is free for residents and visitors. 

The CPZ will have a huge impact on residents, who will either have to pay for a permit (in limited numbers), pay and display (with heavy restrictions), or risk a fine. Visitors will have to pay and display. The time restrictions on P&D will impact local businesses and remove Portobello as an accessible place to go. 

These measures are not required - they are being implemented simply to make money for the council. It is a tax on Portobello residents, business owners, workers and visitors. 

Please help us to make the council understand that we do not want this.