Saltburn seafront motorhome rules brought in under trial order

The restrictions will take effect on Marine Parade from Saturday (July 6) under an Experimental Traffic Regulation Order (ETRO) introduced by Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council.

They aim to address concerns about long-term motorhome parking while balancing the needs of residents and visitors.

Carl Quartermain, cabinet member for highways and transport at Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council, said: “We have listened to feedback from both householders in Saltburn and motorhome owners who wish to spend time visiting the town.

“The new restrictions will provide an area for motorhomes to park while introducing a time limit on how long they can stay, helping to ensure parking spaces remain available for residents and visitors alike.

“We recognise that people hold strong views on this issue and that is precisely why we are introducing the measures through an Experimental Traffic Regulation Order.

“We will continue listening to residents, businesses and visitors throughout the trial period, carefully considering any comments, concerns and evidence before deciding on the long-term future of the scheme.”

Under the new rules, motorhomes will only be allowed to park in marked bays on the north side of Marine Parade.

These bays will be limited to a four-hour stay, with no return permitted within the following four hours.

The restrictions will apply from Monday to Saturday between 9am and 5pm.

Outside these hours and on Sundays, no time restrictions will apply to the designated bays.

Motorhomes will be banned at all times from parking on unmarked sections of Marine Parade, both north and south.

These areas will be marked with single yellow lines and signage. Other vehicles will still be able to use these sections without restriction.

The restrictions stop short of an outright ban on overnight parking. However, they do limit where motorhomes can park and for how long.

No new parking charges are being introduced as part of the scheme.

The ETRO will remain in place for a maximum of 18 months.

During this time, the council will gather feedback and monitor the scheme before deciding whether to make it permanent.

Formal objections can be submitted within the first six months of the order coming into effect.

In addition to the motorhome restrictions, a residents’ parking permit scheme is being introduced.

Eligible properties on Marine Parade, between Garnet Street and Saltburn Road, can apply for a permit.

Permit holders will be allowed to park in marked bays without a time limit. Eligible residents will be contacted by letter with details on how to apply.

Applications must be made within four weeks of receiving the letter.

They can be submitted by post or in person at any Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council library.

Each residential property can apply for one permit per registered vehicle and up to two visitor permits.

Businesses can apply for one business permit.

Enforcement officers from the council will monitor compliance with the new parking rules. The council has confirmed that no disabled parking bays will be removed as part of the scheme.

Disabled badge holders can continue to park for free in council car parks.

On Marine Parade, badge holders who are not in motorhomes can also use the areas marked with single yellow lines.

Full details of the scheme, including maps and frequently asked questions, are available on the Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council website under the Saltburn ETRO section.