How our red routes work
Enforcement
Our red routes are enforced using Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras to identify motorists who illegally park or stop.
There is currently a 6 month warning period so road users have time to get used to the new system.
The first time a driver stops or illegally parks on a red route without an exemption, they will get a warning notice. If drivers continue to stop or park illegally, they will receive a Penalty Charge Notice (PCN).
Once the warning period is over, motorists who do not follow the road rules will be issued with a PCN.
Any funds from PCNs issued to motorists will be used to improve our roads.
Parking
Motorists cannot stop, load, or park along red routes at any time.
Formal parking or loading bays already on red routes are not affected. We've added 5 more loading bays to the red routes to benefit local businesses.
When traveling on a red route, motorists must only park or stop their vehicles in designated parking bays showing the P (parking) symbol.
Exemptions
Red routes do not apply to emergency services vehicles, which are free to stop wherever needed.
Drivers can stop on double red lines to pick up or drop off a Blue Badge holder. To do this, you must be displaying the Blue Badge, and the vehicle must move off as soon as possible.
Always check the signs to see what is and is not permitted, as this varies across the red route network.
Temporary specific exemptions
We'll allow temporary location specific exemptions for special circumstances, such as when a resident is moving house. These exemptions will be approved on a case-by-case basis.
If you'd like to request a temporary exemption, email permits@medway.gov.uk to discuss what you need and why.