Parking restrictions require a Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) and are installed to improve road safety and reduce congestion
What is a TRO?
A TRO is a legal document that creates a local traffic rule. This requires road users to obey certain conditions. These could include:
- One-way systems.
- Speed limits.
- Weight limits.
- Movement and waiting restrictions and prohibitions.
Why are they needed?
- To control or direct traffic.
- To reduce and manage congestion
- To reduce danger to all road users
- To prevent damage to roads, bridges etc.
- To preserve the character, or amenity, of an area.
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