New bike hangars, electric vehicle charging points, and parking controls will come into operation in Woolwich from Monday 30 November 2026, as part of our Woolwich Sustainable Streets scheme, with various other measures including tree planting and footway repairs following, over the forthcoming months.
The wider Sustainable Streets programme is intended to reduce unnecessary traffic, improve conditions for walking, wheeling and cycling, support public transport, increase opportunities for electric vehicle charging and make it easier for residents to access their homes, local businesses and essential services.
The new controls will help manage parking demand and protect parking for residents and businesses. The full programme will support the wider aims of the Sustainable Streets programme to create safer, greener and more accessible streets.
Residents and businesses in roads where new parking controls are being introduced will need a valid permit or visitor voucher to park on street during the controlled hours.
Vehicles parked without a valid permit or other entitlement may receive a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN).
Find out more about the Woolwich Sustainable Streets scheme
Councillor Calum O'Byrne Mulligan, Cabinet Member for Transport, Climate Change, Waste and Streets, said:
"We are making sure local residents can park by their homes with resident permits, managing parking demand and creating safer, greener and more accessible streets through the wider Sustainable Streets scheme with EV charging points, bike hangars, increased planting and more.
“All residents and businesses who are eligible for a permit should apply apply before 30 November to make sure they have the appropriate arrangements in place before the new parking controls come into effect.
"We will continue to keep residents and businesses informed as the scheme is introduced and provide information to help people understand the new parking arrangements in their area."
The Woolwich Sustainable Streets scheme has been developed following extensive engagement with residents, businesses and stakeholders, followed by a statutory consultation on the proposed measures.
Apply for a parking permit
Eligible residents and businesses can apply for permits in advance of the scheme becoming operational. When applying before Monday 30 November, applicants should make sure that the permit start date is set to Monday 30 November 2026.
Information about parking permits, including eligibility, required documentation and current charges, is available on the council website.
Find out more about parking permits
Further information about the Woolwich Sustainable Streets scheme, including the parking controls being introduced in each area, is also available on the council website.
The council considered the responses received before making its decision to proceed with the scheme. The final proposals and the council's response to the statutory consultation can be found in the decision report.
Residents and businesses affected by the new parking controls will receive a letter with further information about the changes and how to apply for a permit.
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