Newcastle City Council is set to introduce strict new measures to tackle illegal and inconsiderate parking near Newcastle International Airport.
Drivers who regularly park on roads and grass verges while waiting to pick up passengers will face tougher restrictions as the council transforms the B6918 and Callerton Lane into red routes, banning all stopping and parking.
The move comes after complaints from residents about congestion and safety concerns caused by drivers ignoring existing double yellow lines.
While the airport offers a 15-minute free parking option at Short Stay 2 car park, many drivers opt to avoid charges by parking illegally nearby.
After the council first announced its initial proposals for the red route earlier this year, 14 objections were made against the scheme – including claims that the airport should “take more responsibility by providing free parking and extending taxi provisions”.
But the council has dismissed objections to the new restrictions, emphasising the need to improve traffic flow and reduce the risk of traffic disruptions.
Northumberland Council was consulted but did not raise any concerns regarding the scheme or displacement onto roads within Northumberland.
The Airport is currently looking at the feasibility of providing extra parking and facilities at Callerton Lane for taxis and a short stay waiting area, although this is not within the control of the council.
A spokesperson for Newcastle International Airport said it was “fully supportive” of the council’s red route, but could not offer any further details on what extra parking facilities it has in the works.
The exact date for the introduction of the red routes has yet to be confirmed.
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