Enforcing parking rules
Parking is one of the most frustrating aspects of modern life. It can cause a huge amount of problems for people, urban areas, tourist spots, and more. In addition, it can result in safety concerns and environmental damage. Sometimes it is necessary to take steps to go about enforcing parking rules. A good option here can be bollards. We want to have a closer look at how they can help today. Then, if you want to order some, you can speak to us.
Changing behaviours
The great thing about installing a bollard or a series of them is you can block people from parking where they shouldn't. This can ensure they actually use the spaces you designate for vehicles. It can help keep the site orderly.
Another benefit is they can improve safety massively by ensuring that people aren't leaving vehicles where they could be obstructions. Plus, it alleviates the potential of hazards as people get in and out of vehicles or move around them.
A crucial thing here is to look at where you can use bollards effectively to have a positive impact on parking behaviours. There will always be a temptation with some drivers to find a place where they can park for free instead of paying for parking. In some cases this can even save them the price of admission to attractions like parks. However, it can lead to huge problems including damage to the environment. Using things such as a bollard to restrict where people can park can work wonders.
A great example
Clumber Park in Worksop, Nottinghamshire is a really good example of how useful bollards can be. It is a very popular National Trust park with a Grade I Listing. There is a lot on offer for visitors, including routes for walks, cycling, and dog walking, play areas for children, a discovery centre, and much more. It is fantastic for family days out.
There are designated accessible car parks at Clumber Park, with the price of parking included in the admission charge. However, for a while people attempted to avoid it. They chose to park beside various entrances instead. However, this was causing problems, especially at the Grade II* Normanton Gate. It was actually damaging it, exposing the foundations.
The National Trust chose to take action to stop people parking near Normanton Gate. They installed bollards to ensure visitors can't park on grassy space beside the gate or use it to turn around. It will help to preserve the historical significance of the site. In time they also plan to do landscaping and planting to improve the area.
Nottinghamshire County Council also took action to tackle the parking problem. They did new double yellow road markings at two other entrances so people can't park there.
The hope is the new measures will make all visitors use the proper car parks. This will ensure safety. It will also stop people avoiding the entrance fee. The National Trust uses the money from fees and memberships to continue their work to manage and conserve the park.
Do you want to order bollards?
Barrier Mart knows how useful different measures can be to prevent people from parking where they shouldn't. We offer a few of them, including different styles of bollard. You should choose ones that will be visible and an effective deterrent. Plus, consider installation and maintenance requirements.
So, if you need bollards, browse our website. You can learn more about the different styles we offer. Or, you can contact us if you want details and a recommendation.