Visitor parking permits qualifier terms and conditions

London Borough of Merton

Terms and Conditions for the application of a Visitor Parking Permits Qualifier.

1. Permit Information

Definition of a visitor permits qualifier

A visitor parking permit qualifier is intended for use only by a person living within a controlled parking zone in Merton who requires visitor permits but does not have a resident permit.

Who can apply?

• residents who can supply evidence that they permanently reside within a controlled parking zone (CPZ) as set out in section 2 below.
• landlords/letting agents, who can supply evidence that they own a property within a CPZ within Merton and require periodical access to their property for visits or for works to be undertaken at the property.

2. Proof of residency

As part of your application you are required to supply the documents as set out in section A and or B below.

Section A (a copy of 1 of the documents below, which needs to include your name and address of the property within the relevant CPZ for which you are applying).

• A current signed tenancy agreement (by all relevant parties to the agreement), current lease agreement, solicitor's letter confirming purchase of property, or current mortgage agreement/statement valid within the last 12 months.
• If you have not yet moved in – please provide a letter from your solicitor confirming completion date.

If you are unable to provide an example from Section A, we require two documents from Section B below:

Section B (photocopies or upload 2 documents from the list below that include your name and address of the property within the relevant CPZ for which you are applying)

• Bank/building society statement, gas bill, electricity bill, water bill, home insurance, building insurance, Inland Revenue statements, all dated within the last 3 months.
• recent council tax bill, TV licence with your name and address matching your application details

We will ask all applicants to resubmit proof of residency every 5^th renewal, if a qualifier is needed to support the purchase, this is to ensure are records are up to date. However, random eligibility checks may be undertaken, and you may be requested to present proof of residency before this time.

Please note that after your supporting documentation (for proof of residency) has been validated for the purposes of your permit application; it will be deleted in accordance with Merton's policies and data protection legislation.

3. Change of details, including refunds and important information

• If your circumstances change you are required to update your details on line.

4. Prevention of fraud

Please note the following:

• It is a criminal offence if, with intent to deceive, you knowingly make a false statement, supply false documentation or forge documents to get a residential parking permit for yourself or others. Merton Council may prosecute if this is believed to be the case.
• Scratch cards may not be sold to other parties or used to allow visitors or others to park for the purpose of commuting.

In order to ensure the integrity of the permit scheme, Merton Council may undertake sample checks to verify an applicant's details, including requesting supporting documents as appropriate.

Your information may be shared with third parties for the purpose of preventing of fraud. If you would like more information about how we use your data, please read our Privacy Policy at https://www.merton.gov.uk/legal/privacy-and-cookies/parking-privacy-policy

5. Conditions of use

Merton Council reserves the right to withhold or withdraw a permit if the permit holder:

• fails to comply with these terms and conditions
• fails to update information pertinent to your permit prior to its expiry, such as a change of address or vehicle etc.
• verbally or physically threatens or attacks any Civil Enforcement Officer or any other authorised Merton Council employee

Failure to have a valid permit or inform us of a change of vehicle or address may result in a Penalty Charge Notice being issued.

6. Declaration

By applying for a permit within Merton Council, you are as part of your application, accepting the terms and conditions set out in sections 1 – 5 of this document regarding your permit.

7. Data Protection

Please note that the London Borough of Merton is under a duty to protect the public funds under its administration and may therefore use information you have provided for the purpose of the prevention or detection of fraud. Merton Council may also disclose any such information to appropriate agencies for this purpose.

Please note that after your supporting documentation (for proof of residency) has been validated for the purposes of your permit application; it will be deleted in accordance with Merton's policies and data protection legislation.